Homecoming

After my last blog entry, I proceeded to get sick twice. I don't know if it is the emotional turmoil, my physical health or what, but my body is really trying to tell me something of late. But, I couldn't let getting sick interfere with my plans for today, which was to celebrate homecoming with a high school friend of mine. So, here is a breakdown of the day:

I got ready and headed off to my friend Kris' work place to drop off a container of hers, after which I stopped by my Aunt Sugar's work to chat with her for a bit. I met up at 11am with my friend Sue, who I was spending the day with. We grabbed a bite to eat at Monk's, with her husband Roger, and then it was off to the high school for the Pep Rally. While at the rally, I saw a lot of teachers that I had and was surprised so many are still working there. My favorite teacher from high school saw me and ran up to me and gave me a hug. It was great to see her and to be remembered. As for the Rally itself, wow does the students ever have school spirit. It was a blast to watch them play their games and get all excited for the homecoming game that was only a few hours away.

After the Rally, we noticed we had a parking ticket and so I immediately told Sue to take pictures of the car the street sign and the curb as we were going to the Police Station to contest the ticket. It worked; and that is one thing that is great about living in a small town. In Chicago we would have to wait for a court date to do anything like this. Now, we still had a few hours before the parade was to begin, so we took Roger home and then Sue and I drove around Baraboo look for For Rent signs as they have to move in the near future. We found some potential places and also a fantastic new apartment complex that has every amenity you could ask for. I was shocked at all that you got with this place and how inexpensive it is, compared to what I have been used to paying.

We needed to make a run back up to the high school, as Sue's son needed something from home but he was unable to get there before the parade. So we ran to the house, picked it up and then drove around the high school where the floats were lining up to try and find him. Two things happened at this point. The first is that as we passed the cheerleaders float one of them bent over and showed off more than maybe she expected. I'm thinking she isn't used to wearing something so short. I was shocked at how much of her lady bits I saw! The second thing that happened is as we pulled into a parking lot I saw a friend of mine who lives in Florida. I jumped out of the car, called his name and we chatted briefly. He is only here for a few days and it was so weird to me that our paths would cross and at this location. He offered for me to live with him in Florida if I should decide to stay in the US and find a job there, as he has plenty of room and would love the company.

Okay, now we are off to the parade. It was fun to be an observer of this parade. I was always in the parade but never got to see it. I also ran into a lot of people I went to high school with. I am assuming they live in the area and didn't just come here for the parade, but who knows really. It was nice to see them. After the parade I went back home for a couple hours to relax before the football game. Plus I needed to grab a warmer coat. I left my winter coat and stuff in Germany, so I needed to borrow something of Chris'.

The football game was a lot of fun. I really enjoyed my time with Sue and I think her husband Roger is a doll. The game was interesting. Baraboo lost 47-12 against Mt. Horeb, but from what I have heard Baraboo always loses. The atmosphere was fun though and of course the people watching at a small town football game is top notch.

After the game I came home and tried to warm up. I was so cold from sitting outside, well that isn't exactly true. My feet and hands were cold but everything else was fine. So I relaxed and watched some Scooby Doo while curled up under a warm blanket. And now I am off to bed as I am exhausted from sleeping so little last night and then having such a busy day today.

But before I go, three interesting things happened today regarding the country of Germany. First, during lunch the woman sitting behind me was talking about her recent trip to Germany and how much she loved the country. Enter pang in my stomach. At the pep rally I saw a German flag hanging in the school for the German foreign exchange student they have. That kind of made me a little sad. Lastly, while watching Scooby Doo they had a German family in one of the episodes I watched, as evident by the fact that they spoke German at times in the show. I have been missing my home and life there more and more and these things only added to it. Anyway, just thought I would share.