last week's lessons

So I enjoyed doing this one so much last week, that I've decided to make it a weekly column, if you will. Here are some lessons learned:

• A third-grade squid dissection is not "gross;" it is "interesting" and clearly I don't have a very "scientific attitude."
• It will rain all day Sunday, except for the time you spend at church.
• Strawberries always taste better with angel food cake and whipped cream.
• Making a beard like President Lincoln's is not as easy as it looks.
• Playing baseball with my family is really, really fun.
• I should always check to make sure the shower head is actually pointing INSIDE the tub, and not at my face, before turning on the hot water.
• When your husband asks you out on a date and you assume he's asking your four-year-old daughter - it has been WAY too long since you've been out.
• Babysitters are worth their weight in gold.
• When cleaning out the garage, do not be surprised that you will throw out more than you thought you had to begin with.
• Getting takeout is always better than cooking.
• Favorite stores of the week: Costco and Banana Republic.

Anything you've learned that you'd like to share?