highlights from Monday

Monday was unofficially a snack and run sort of day. Several youth stopped in, grabbed a snack and then headed to the library or home or just away. By 4 or so, we were down to about 8 youth.

A group of them gathered in the couch area and created a new Oprah-ish talk show. They discussed problems and solutions. I was half paying attention to them as I colored at the tall table with two other youth. Coloring, for the record, is so calming. I think it's the less creative alternative to drawing bunny rabbits. You'll recall that drawing bunny rabbits helps lose a bad temper like that. *insert snap*

I'm not sure how many days and weeks it takes to get into a groove. While I don't feel the Underground is there yet for the school year, I think we're making progress. I'm incredibly thankful for the leadership skills coming from a few of the 8th and 9th graders. Don't tell them, but I never thought the Underground would still be a fun hang out spot for junior high and high school. It's awesome to see them stick around.

Anyway, I need to update the work calendar and get to some other things. Today the adventure is going to be making popcorn from actual non-microwave popcorn. It's cheaper. Hopefully I can figure out a way to make it taste okay still.

later,
Sara