The end of this cold is just kicking my butt! Over the past day or so, I've developed a bit of a cough and feel absolutely drained. I think this is just the end of my cold and hopefully not the beginning of a new one or something worse. I think, too, that these past few weeks of Ella's late naps and late nights are catching up to me. Last night at 11 p.m. (after having put Ella to bed not long ago), I told Accalia I was heading to bed (she followed less than 30 minutes later). I did wake up feeling much more rested this morning but am now back to feeling drained.

Unfortunately there are dishes to be washed, laundry to be done, floors to be vacuumed, books and toys to be picked up. First order of business, though, will be taking Accalia to the art studio. She's excited about finishing her basket weaving.