The Daily Dose: Mother's Day Disaster, Readers' Choice and Some Other Fun Stuff

Good morning and happy Monday, Waukee!

Moms, did you have a Happy Mother's Day? You may remember what . Well, I didn't get that. On Sunday morning, my oldest developed some kind of nasty stomach bug and was sick pretty much all day. Not exactly how I was hoping to unwind. Maybe next year.

Still, the weekend wasn't a total loss. On Saturday, I took the kids to the e where they were elated to to see all the inner workings of the . I will admit, it was pretty cool getting to sit inside a fire truck. I'm kind of geeky like that.

Off the subject but did you catch the results of our ? claimed the title by just two votes. Crazy stuff. Remember to cast a vote for your favorite dentist in the next round of Patch's Raeders' Choice contest.

Speaking of contests, do you want a unique way to honor a loved one who's passed away? Enter your loved one in our and get in the running to win $500 for the charity of your choice.

If you're not busy tonight, you might consider attending the Waukee Board of Education's last meeting before the end of the 2011-12 school year. The meeting is at 7 p.m. at the . The agenda can be found here.

Seriously, have you seen the forecast for the next couple days? I think I might be, um, *cough, cough*, out "sick" this week. Don't tell the bosses.

In case you missed it, here's the forecast for today and tomorrow. It's gorgeous, I tell 'ya. Gorgeous!

Monday: Sunny, with a high near 80. West southwest wind between 6 and 8 mph.

Monday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 53. Southwest wind around 7 mph.

Tuesday: Sunny, with a high near 84. West southwest wind between 6 and 9 mph.

Tuesday Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 56. Southwest wind around 7 mph.

Whatever you do, Waukee, make this Monday a great start to your week! Happy Monday!