Today has been one of the crazy errand days. I actually hate running errand so I try to do it all in one day, but when I left I didn't plan on where just one place would take me.A few weeks ago I realized my driver's license has been expired since my birthday. I'm fearful it will cause problems at the airport or when getting my passport so I set out today to take care of it. I figured since I was out I would go get a copy of my birth certificate since I can't find it, plus I never did get a copy of Megan's. Anyway, I wasn't really happy about any of this and for sure was not keen on taking Tess and Megan with me. Long lines are never fun with kids. So per Adam's suggestion I took our portable DVD player for the kids to watch while we waited. Can I just say it worked like a charm. They had a set of head phones to share so they weren't disturbing anyone in the least. It went smooth, except the fact that I traded in my cute DL photo for a much worse one. Bummer.
While I was there the woman told me my SSN doesn't match my name. I guess I never took care of changing it when I got married 10 years ago. Fearing that will also be a problem when trying to get my passport I figured I should just do that today too. UGH!
So when I was done at the DL office I headed to get my birth certificate. I couldn't find the place, but other than that it was just another thing to cross off my list. Thank goodness it was empty and took no time at all.
Next to the SSN office. During my travels I ended up getting pulled over by a police officer who informed me he had been following me for quite a while. Nice. I bet I looked like a fool. Then he tells me his records show that I don't have car insurance, which is simply not true. He did eventually believe me I mean come on I did have proof (it's too long of a story to get into). Man I am grateful I just got my license renewed as I'm sure that would have become an issue too.
I did eventually make it to the SSN office, but when I walked in there was literally like 50 people waiting in line or in the provided seating. I took one look at the place and just turned around and walked out. It wasn't a necessity so figured why go through the hassle of waiting so long when all I wanted to do was go home.
As I was leaving I realized how close I was to Costco and I should just get my passport photos taken. I mean I was out and thought I was looking pretty good. What is it about photos? I could look in the mirror and think I look great and then they show me the photo and I can't believe my eyes. It's a shame these are the photos that are attached to our personal documents we are forced to carry around. Oh well.
It was crazy to see how one thing led to another (like the post jill did about the book "when you give a mouse a cookie") and although I am never keen on doing those types of things I am so glad to be home and have it done. And I'm not even irritated about the ticket. It's a good day...just busy.
FYI...I heard from Crystalyn today and her little Thomas is in the hospital ICU with rsv (hope she's ok with me sharing). It sounds like a crazy sleepless night. Just thought I would let you know so you can keep them in your prayers.
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I am going to agree with you big time on this one!! What a day you had..and with little ones trailing behind, too. I bet it was a nice feeling to drive onto your own street, pull into your driveway, and think.."I'm home." *exhale* :D
What a great idea to bring a DVD for those long lines. Are you going out of the country soon? I need to renew my passport also. Got to get going on that!
We had one of those mornings this morning too (lets run to the bank, oh the dry cleaners is right here, the car wash is just around the corner....) So, are you headed out of the country soon?
wow, that is a day!
thanks for the crystalyn update...prayers for sure.
Wow, I love being home too, and I really don't enjoy when the errand list keeps getting longer and longer and they end up taking all day. So did you actually get a ticket even though you have insurance? Bummer.
Thanks for sharing about baby Thomas, that is so scary with little ones. He will be in our prayers.
I'm with Tiffanie...are you leaving the country? Fun trip? Did you get a ticket because he "thought" you didn't have insurance? ...and did he explain why he had been following you? Strange! - you are brave to do all that in one day! Smart thinking about the DVD player!
Thanks for the heads up on the new babe! Please keep us posted!
What a day you had! I was getting frustrated for you as I read each errand you had to run.
Poor Crystalyn. I will certainly keep her family in my prayers. Thanks for the info.
You know I thought I had mentioned it before...yes I am going out of the country. Adam booked us on a cruise in the Mediterranean in June. :)
Sorry I wasn't more clear, I got pulled over for speeding which was why the whole fiasco with my insurance, and yes I got a ticket. Such a bummer, and the worst part was he looked like he was 12. :(
Sounds like you were really busy. I think that is way too many government offices for any person in one day!
If you really don't like your passport picture, you can always use one you take yourself. I did this and it worked out great! I just stood against a white wall and had my hubby take the picture. I then put it in photoshop, cut it to the right size and sent it in. It worked like a charm!
I've never thought of the dvd player idea! I am amazed you got that many things done with your kiddos in tow! Walking in the door must have felt so nice!
Suck, I just hate days like this...especially when you get all spiffed up because you KNOW you will have that photo for like ten years and then you get it back and want to cry (like my passport photo--YUCK). Hope yours look better than mine!
Thanks for letting us know about Crystalyn, we went through this same thing with Miss Emmaree about the same age, so frightening!
I dread dragging my kids with me for even one stop, let alone that many. I love getting home after days like that too.
And a cruise to the Mediterranean? Every annoying picture and line today will totally be worth it by the time June rolls around!
I despise those kinds of errands...busy, busy, but not really fun.. although it definitely sounds like the fun is coming for you. What a dream! Mediterranean cruise alone with the hubs. I'm not sure life gets much better than that, Amy M.!
My favorite DL photo was my Utah one. I was beyond sad with LA comfiscated it. I haven't had a decent one since.
I am glad the lines were on your side. Those places are the worse and seriously I have found the meanest individuals working there.
I will be keeping Crystalyn's family in my prayers.
wednesday's are good days for errands.
Wow what a day! I hate running errands to, so try to do as you did. It never fails that I just can't get it all crammed into one trip. That stinks about the ticket...I was just having a chat with a friend last night about her horrible ticket issues! My passport photo absolutely stinks! I do like my drivers license photo though.
Thanks for the telling us about Crystalyn's little guy. I hope he is better soon!
Wow, I can't believe you never changed your SSN, I'm surprised that wasn't a problem when you were at BYU. Hmmm. You'd better fix that before you apply for your passport. What a hassle. Good going on the DVD player for the girls, I bet the people at the dmv loved you!
Oh no, how in the world did Thomas get RSV? I hope he's better soon.
That's a lot of errands to run, you're a trooper. Getting pulled over by the police must have been icing on the cake. The only time i've been pulled over was at the most inconvient time (taking Joshy to the ear doctor.. it took 2 months to get the appointment I was so scared we weren't going to make it in time)
Your trip to the mediterain sounds fun you're not taking the kids are you?
I hope Thomas gets better, I'll keep him in my prayers.
What?! How could Thomas have RSV already?! Poor Crystalyn.
I'll bet it felt good to get all of those little nagging things taken care of. Bummer about the ticket, though! You should see MY passport photo -- unbelievably bad. I won't be sharing that one.
Oh, I'll bet you were relieved to have a new driver's licence! What a serendipitous occurence. That is a bunch of really not fun errands--especially with kids. The DVD idea is fabulous. I don't have a portable DVD player, but I do have a video iPod. It's loaded with Playhouse Disney and Nick Jr. shows. I need to remember to have some headphones iwth me more often. Kaitlin would be the best behaved kid around!
Poor Thomas. So scary. I'm glad you posted this. I considered posting it, but decided against it. But really, people should have him in their prayers. He's doing such much better now, but still it will be a few days before he'll be able to come home.
What a fun cruise. I hope you have a blast.
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