HAPPY
NEW
YEAR
PEEPS!!!
NEW
YEAR
PEEPS!!!
Thanks for all the great friendships and support!!
May you all be blessed in 2007!
May you all be blessed in 2007!
Sunday, December 31, 2006
Thursday, December 28, 2006
So many things
So many things I have inherited,
So many half finished projects,
So many memories,
So few times with us together.
I want to complete these,
I want to honor her,
I want to finish the starts.
I want to do it for her.
I have no idea where to begin.
Which quilt?
Which x stitch?
Which scrapbook?
Do I finish her scrapbook?
I do not know.
I know I want to do something.
But where do I start?
I am so overwhelmed.
So many half finished projects,
So many memories,
So few times with us together.
I want to complete these,
I want to honor her,
I want to finish the starts.
I want to do it for her.
I have no idea where to begin.
Which quilt?
Which x stitch?
Which scrapbook?
Do I finish her scrapbook?
I do not know.
I know I want to do something.
But where do I start?
I am so overwhelmed.
Got Bangs?
The little lady and I went out the day after Christmas to have some girl time. After lunch and sale shopping she mentioned she wanted to get her hair cut. Specifically, bangs. Isn't she cute? I can't believe that I almost didn't let her. I think they frame her face beautifully! She is in love with the mirror now, and is worried that her teacher won't remember her. LOL.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
The Day After
Merry Day After Christmas Peeps!
I thought I'd drop by and share some new pics with you. We had a great Christmas this year. Santa picked out some super presents and we even managed to cook up a great ham! Here are the high lights of the gift giving.
First is Hubby and his new lap 'ghan. I was teasing him about the look on his face. He says it was just to early in the morning.
The huge hit this year was Santa's gift to the Boy. Geo Trax trains are pretty awesome! The family has been in a train trance since yesterday!
The little Lady was singing Santa's praises after she opened her Dora Cash Register. I do not have a picture to show you, but it's a hit too!
Here's the big hit for me. My very own Kitchen Aid Mixer. YAY!! Thank you baby!
I thought I'd drop by and share some new pics with you. We had a great Christmas this year. Santa picked out some super presents and we even managed to cook up a great ham! Here are the high lights of the gift giving.
First is Hubby and his new lap 'ghan. I was teasing him about the look on his face. He says it was just to early in the morning.
The huge hit this year was Santa's gift to the Boy. Geo Trax trains are pretty awesome! The family has been in a train trance since yesterday!
The little Lady was singing Santa's praises after she opened her Dora Cash Register. I do not have a picture to show you, but it's a hit too!
Here's the big hit for me. My very own Kitchen Aid Mixer. YAY!! Thank you baby!
Saturday, December 23, 2006
Friday, December 22, 2006
Pictures, Finally!
I am finally able to share these pictures with you. Whew! We never did find that darn cord, but we did go by a card reader. That will do I guess. So without further ado here are the pictures.
Above is the tree that I made last week. I am so glad it is done, and I can say that I really stepped out of the box when I decided to give it a try. It is the first thing that was not a easy or beginner level project. I am pretty proud of myself, and I even got an unsolicited comment from the Hubby about it!
This is our humble tree this year. It was taken a few weeks ago. If you'd like to imagine what it looks like now add about 25 more gifts under or around the tree. Talk about Christmas over load!
Speaking of gifts. Here is one I made for Hubby. He knows it is his as I am horrible at keeping secrets. Here you go Baby~
So there you have it. I am caught up! Watch me find that dumb cord tomorrow! Argh! :)
Above is the tree that I made last week. I am so glad it is done, and I can say that I really stepped out of the box when I decided to give it a try. It is the first thing that was not a easy or beginner level project. I am pretty proud of myself, and I even got an unsolicited comment from the Hubby about it!
This is our humble tree this year. It was taken a few weeks ago. If you'd like to imagine what it looks like now add about 25 more gifts under or around the tree. Talk about Christmas over load!
Speaking of gifts. Here is one I made for Hubby. He knows it is his as I am horrible at keeping secrets. Here you go Baby~
So there you have it. I am caught up! Watch me find that dumb cord tomorrow! Argh! :)
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
101 Things in 1001 Days
The Mission:
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as new year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
** I'm not even close to 101 things. I'll update as I think of more.**
Things to Learn
-Take Beginning Spanish class.
-Take an algebra class, and stick with it.
-Learn to knit.
-Take a piano lesson.
-100 Baby ASL signs.
Things I'd Like to Do
-Scrapbooking vacation with Sis.
-Own a home
-Paint walls in my own home.
-Volunteer for a horse rescue with daughter.
-Scrapbook one page a day for 1 month or until caught up.
-Get Butterfly tattoo with kids names in the wings.
-Foster a Mom cat and kittens.
-Milk a cow.
-Keep fresh flowers in house for 2 months straight.
-Follow the issues and candidates in the 2008 Presidential election.
-Be in the Ellen Degeneres Show audience.
-Leave a 100% Tip.
-Send Flowers to Rick for helping Mom.
Things I Should Do
-Eat Healthier/ No fast food
-Wake up before the kids for some Mommy time.
- Remember all Birthdays and Anniversaries, send cards.
-Get piano tuned and refinished.
-Upload all photos onto CDs to preserve.
-Attend dog obedience with Jackson.
-Get home office organized.
-Get the boy potty trained.
Being Social
-Become an Ombudsman.
- Join a church/ be involved.
- Join a Mommy and me with my son.
Activities
-Play softball with Rob. (after getting back in shape)
Places to Visit.
-Winter vacation to cabin in Leavenworth WA.
-Vegas Baby!
-Take kids to Disneyland (2008)
Around the House
-Clear out all clutter.
-Have a huge yard sale.
-Put hair and make up crap away after each use.
-Keep a clean and empty kitchen sink.
-Eat all left overs before they go bad. Or one left over dinner night a week.
Work/School/Money
-Create and stick to firm budget, down to the penny (or nickel)
-Volunteer in daughters class.
-Reduce spending to 80% of monthly income.
-Save 20% of income per month. After paying down/off debt.
-Create college funds for kids, deposit monthly.
-Create plan to pay off old Debt in 1 year. No more than 18 months.
- Open Credit card account. Pay off every month.
Food, Cooking
-Make a revolving menu.
-Create a computer grocery list.
-Try a new recipe twice a month.
-Buy organic when possible.
Changing Habits
-Make list of 5 good things I did each day.
-Stick to my commitments.
-Say yes to the kids more often.
-Wake up in a good mood.
-Take a deep breath instead of raising my voice as a first reaction.
Taking Care of Myself
-Work out at the gym at least 4 times per week.
-Stretch each day.
-Learn/Do/Attempt Yoga
-Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
-Create a daily/monthly chore schedule. Stick to it.
-Organize Mommy binder.
Marriage/Family
-Start a family movie night.
-Eat dinner at table, always!
-Have a weekly lunch date with Hubby.
-Camp at least once next summer with kids.
-Go on a Summer day hike.
-Beat Rob at cribbage without needing help.
-Watch Lord Of the Rings series with Rob, stay awake.
-Get family portraits taken.
-Take daughter to get her chicken pox vaccine. Poor thing.
-Find a way to earn extra income while staying at home.
-Renew wedding vows, have an actual ceremony. (June 2009, 10 years.)
Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria:
Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on your part).
Why 1001 Days?
Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as new year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organizing and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
** I'm not even close to 101 things. I'll update as I think of more.**
Things to Learn
-Take Beginning Spanish class.
-Take an algebra class, and stick with it.
-Learn to knit.
-Take a piano lesson.
-100 Baby ASL signs.
Things I'd Like to Do
-Scrapbooking vacation with Sis.
-Own a home
-Paint walls in my own home.
-Volunteer for a horse rescue with daughter.
-Scrapbook one page a day for 1 month or until caught up.
-Get Butterfly tattoo with kids names in the wings.
-Foster a Mom cat and kittens.
-Milk a cow.
-Keep fresh flowers in house for 2 months straight.
-Follow the issues and candidates in the 2008 Presidential election.
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-Send Flowers to Rick for helping Mom.
Things I Should Do
-Eat Healthier/ No fast food
-Wake up before the kids for some Mommy time.
- Remember all Birthdays and Anniversaries, send cards.
-Get piano tuned and refinished.
-Upload all photos onto CDs to preserve.
-Attend dog obedience with Jackson.
-Get home office organized.
-Get the boy potty trained.
Being Social
-Become an Ombudsman.
- Join a church/ be involved.
- Join a Mommy and me with my son.
Activities
-Play softball with Rob. (after getting back in shape)
Places to Visit.
-Winter vacation to cabin in Leavenworth WA.
-Vegas Baby!
-Take kids to Disneyland (2008)
Around the House
-Clear out all clutter.
-Have a huge yard sale.
-Put hair and make up crap away after each use.
-Keep a clean and empty kitchen sink.
-Eat all left overs before they go bad. Or one left over dinner night a week.
Work/School/Money
-Create and stick to firm budget, down to the penny (or nickel)
-Volunteer in daughters class.
-Reduce spending to 80% of monthly income.
-Save 20% of income per month. After paying down/off debt.
-Create college funds for kids, deposit monthly.
-Create plan to pay off old Debt in 1 year. No more than 18 months.
- Open Credit card account. Pay off every month.
Food, Cooking
-Make a revolving menu.
-Create a computer grocery list.
-Try a new recipe twice a month.
-Buy organic when possible.
Changing Habits
-Make list of 5 good things I did each day.
-Stick to my commitments.
-Say yes to the kids more often.
-Wake up in a good mood.
-Take a deep breath instead of raising my voice as a first reaction.
Taking Care of Myself
-Work out at the gym at least 4 times per week.
-Stretch each day.
-Learn/Do/Attempt Yoga
-Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
-Create a daily/monthly chore schedule. Stick to it.
-Organize Mommy binder.
Marriage/Family
-Start a family movie night.
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-Have a weekly lunch date with Hubby.
-Camp at least once next summer with kids.
-Go on a Summer day hike.
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-Watch Lord Of the Rings series with Rob, stay awake.
-Get family portraits taken.
-Take daughter to get her chicken pox vaccine. Poor thing.
-Find a way to earn extra income while staying at home.
-Renew wedding vows, have an actual ceremony. (June 2009, 10 years.)
Happy Birthday Grammy!
First order of business today is wishing my Grammy a Very Happy 79th Birthday!
We love you Grammy!!
**This is the only photo of her I could find in a timely manner this morning**
Next on the list for the day is a series of photos I came across in my old albums. Here I am preparing to play Mary in our church play.
And as you can see in the picture below I am not happy about it at all! I wonder what was going on?
Well, I guess you can't really see me that well. I am sitting there with my arms crossed and a incredibly grouchy look on my face. Can you see it?
On a side note-Jerr if you look close Theresa is an angel.Third on the list is the fact that I am working on typing up my Life List to share with you. It's huge, so it will take me a few days. Some people call it a Life List, others are posting a variation such as
"101 Things to do in 1001 Days" (I have not read this persons list, it's just an example)
I'm not sure which I will create yet. Do you want to join me? It could be fun to watch each other cross things off our lists!
"101 Things to do in 1001 Days" (I have not read this persons list, it's just an example)
I'm not sure which I will create yet. Do you want to join me? It could be fun to watch each other cross things off our lists!
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Procrastination
I have stuff to do, but instead I sit here thinking I am bored. I think that the problem is that I have so much to do that I feel overwhelmed by it all. Therefore, I sit here typing to you.
I thought I'd share this with you this am. We have a new printer/scanner/copier thing that is suppose to do it all. Regrettably, it doesn't have a spot for a memory card. Still can't get to those darn photos on the camera.
Anyway- Aren't I cute!
Monday, December 18, 2006
No Florida!
Peeps! It's official!!! I can barely type the good news. We are not moving to Florida after all, I repeat NOT moving to Florida! Isn't that great!!! I'm thrilled!
Then where are we going you ask? Oh, about 50 miles away, still in the Pacific Northwest. Bremerton, WA to be exact. This is super news because I hate hot weather, and I was not looking forward to driving across country again. More importantly though, the little lady is excelling in school here. She has a great teacher and lots of friends. The boy is just getting his feet wet in his speech therapy, and it would be difficult to reestablish that in a new state. (It's a state program.) Also the DIL could keep the same job. It would be a drive, but that is an option.
If you have been a reader for a bit, you know that originally Hub had received orders to the John F. Kennedy, an Aircraft Carrier stationed in Mayport Florida. Recently the Navy decided she'd seen better days and decided to decommission (retire) her. This left my Hubby in limbo, with no place to go.
He got the official call this am, saying that his orders were canceled. He asked what happened from that point as far as moving. After some conversation the detailer (In the Navy, a detailer is the person responsible for rotating people through Sea and Shore duty, and finding them job openings) said that he could stay in WA, specifically the USS John C.Stennis
If you'd like some info on the man behind the name, you can click here
Basically peeps, this is super news! What a great Christmas Surprise!
Then where are we going you ask? Oh, about 50 miles away, still in the Pacific Northwest. Bremerton, WA to be exact. This is super news because I hate hot weather, and I was not looking forward to driving across country again. More importantly though, the little lady is excelling in school here. She has a great teacher and lots of friends. The boy is just getting his feet wet in his speech therapy, and it would be difficult to reestablish that in a new state. (It's a state program.) Also the DIL could keep the same job. It would be a drive, but that is an option.
If you have been a reader for a bit, you know that originally Hub had received orders to the John F. Kennedy, an Aircraft Carrier stationed in Mayport Florida. Recently the Navy decided she'd seen better days and decided to decommission (retire) her. This left my Hubby in limbo, with no place to go.
He got the official call this am, saying that his orders were canceled. He asked what happened from that point as far as moving. After some conversation the detailer (In the Navy, a detailer is the person responsible for rotating people through Sea and Shore duty, and finding them job openings) said that he could stay in WA, specifically the USS John C.Stennis
If you'd like some info on the man behind the name, you can click here
Basically peeps, this is super news! What a great Christmas Surprise!
Sunday, December 17, 2006
I'm still here
I am, I promise.
I'm still a bit miffed about not being able to find the USB cord thing for my camera. I have some cool pics to show you of my recent crochet creations. I am also in the late stages of crocheting this tree. It was going smoothly until I hit the last row, and all of a sudden it is going terribly s...l...o...w. I am so excited to get it done, it is the first thing that I have attempted that is not an easy or beginner pattern. Way to go Me!
In other news. There are 8 days til Christmas, and I am so excited. I love to watch my kiddos get the "best" gifts, and I love watching the Hubs eyes light up too. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't looking forward to my gifts either, but Christmas to me is not about the gifts.
My Mom will be here, weather and buses on schedule permitting. I sent my Dad a late invite but he's not able to come. As far as I am concerned the more the better. I love to cook up a nice big holiday dinner, and if I know you, you are invited.
As a great gift, and a huge surprise for me, my Dad has called me twice in 2 days. That never happens! He sounded lonely on one of the phone calls, so I invited him over for Christmas. He already has plans though. Oh well. Dad and I aren't close, and we go through phases of being in contact and not. I love the feeling that I get when he calls. But I also put up some walls as to not get hurt again when he doesn't. I am glad that as an adult I can see his ways as just being him, and not think that it's my fault that he's not around more often.
So- Happy Sunday to you all!! The JETS are playing right now so the Hubby is screaming at the TV like they can hear him. If you listen carefully, you might be able to hear me cheering for them too!
I'm still a bit miffed about not being able to find the USB cord thing for my camera. I have some cool pics to show you of my recent crochet creations. I am also in the late stages of crocheting this tree. It was going smoothly until I hit the last row, and all of a sudden it is going terribly s...l...o...w. I am so excited to get it done, it is the first thing that I have attempted that is not an easy or beginner pattern. Way to go Me!
In other news. There are 8 days til Christmas, and I am so excited. I love to watch my kiddos get the "best" gifts, and I love watching the Hubs eyes light up too. I'd be lying if I said I wasn't looking forward to my gifts either, but Christmas to me is not about the gifts.
My Mom will be here, weather and buses on schedule permitting. I sent my Dad a late invite but he's not able to come. As far as I am concerned the more the better. I love to cook up a nice big holiday dinner, and if I know you, you are invited.
As a great gift, and a huge surprise for me, my Dad has called me twice in 2 days. That never happens! He sounded lonely on one of the phone calls, so I invited him over for Christmas. He already has plans though. Oh well. Dad and I aren't close, and we go through phases of being in contact and not. I love the feeling that I get when he calls. But I also put up some walls as to not get hurt again when he doesn't. I am glad that as an adult I can see his ways as just being him, and not think that it's my fault that he's not around more often.
So- Happy Sunday to you all!! The JETS are playing right now so the Hubby is screaming at the TV like they can hear him. If you listen carefully, you might be able to hear me cheering for them too!
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Christmas Meme
This looks fun, even though I can't share a pic with you right now since my cord is still MIA. Oh well. Still a fun meme!
Imagine a great pic of our tree here.
Attach a photo of one of your current holiday displays: See above.
1. Egg Nog, Mulled Cider, or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate, or maybe even coffee.
2. Does Santa wrap presents or just set them under the tree? That depends on the gift. He's wrapping this year!
3. Do you decorate the outside of your home with lights? Any other displays? The stairs out front are decorated, and I have a snowman that I made hanging on the front door.
4. Poinsettias, Holly or Mistletoe? None.
5. When do you put up your decorations? The day after Thanksgiving! This year I could barely stand to wait that long!
6. Do you prefer to give or receive? Giving is great!
7. Cut tree, live tree, artificial tree, or Festivus pole? Artificial; I would LOVE a real tree again. I miss that smell throught the house!
8. Have you ever made a gingerbread house? Yes, and won't be doing that again til the kids are teens. What a mess! We usually make gingerbread cookies, but haven't yet this year.
9.Do you display a nativity scene? Yes, I found a great heavy set at Goodwill 2 years ago. It was cheap and I love to look at it up on the mantle!
10.When did you learn the truth about Santa? I don't remember exactly when. I do remember when I found out Sesame street was all puppets though. I cried and cried. I felt so betrayed!
11. Snow! Love it or dread it? Love it Love it LOVE it. I can't stand the thought of being in Florida around Christmas. It'll be 80 there, that's horrible!
12. Can you ice skate? Yes, providing I use a hockey stick to create a tripod. Don't laugh.
13. Do you open your gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Morning? Christmas Morning, of course! We have to wait for Santa! Actually, I think that is how I found out the truth. I think I remember Santa coming while we were at Church on Christmas Eve one year. All the adults had a hard time explaining that one.
14. What is the most important thing about the holidays for you? I love seeing my kids faces light up when they get the perfect gift! But, it is still a holiday about a birthday. That's important to me too.
15. What is your favorite holiday cookie? I like making gingerbread men, but I don't like to eat them. I guess sugar cookies!
16. What tops your tree? I have two toppers: One is St Nick, it's his turn this year. We also have a handmade doll from Hubs Grandma. We rotate.
17. What is your favorite Christmas song? Anything on Anne Murray's Christmas album but if I had to choose, I'd say her version of Winter Wonderland. I am SOOO Glad to hear of someone who likes her other than Mom and I!!!! (You have good taste Sue!) I also enjoy the Mormon Tabernacle. (sp?)
18. What is your favorite Christmas movie or story? It's a Wonderful Life
19. Candy Canes! Yuck or Yum? Yuck
20. Do you send Christmas cards? If yes, do you enclose a letter or picture? Yes, and we usually include a letter. Not this year though. Cards, and a personal hand written letter this time around.
21. What kind of lights do you decorate your Christmas tree with? Multi colored small lights. Hub and I debate each year whether to have them blink or be solid. This year they are solid. (I WIN!)
22. Favorite Christmas memory as a child? A few. I remember when my Gramps gave Grammy a nice winter coat one year, he made a big deal of her trying it on even though she didn't want to. Then he said "How do the pockets fit?" She put her hands in and came out with a pearl necklace. I also remember getting letters from Santa on the tree. I thought that was really cool!
23. Best present that you have received? Hum, I'm not sure. There are a lot I really enjoyed at the time, but can't remember now. I remember one year I got everything I asked Santa for. That was a major miracle in my house!!!
24.Turkey, Ham, Seafood, or Soup for your holiday dinner? Turkey Usually, this year Hub requested Ham. Who eats Seafood for Christmas???
25.Describe your favorite Christmas ornament. We have a picture ornament that we got our first Christmas together, we put it on first every year!
Whew, that was long~~
It's bedtime!
Imagine a great pic of our tree here.
Attach a photo of one of your current holiday displays: See above.
1. Egg Nog, Mulled Cider, or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate, or maybe even coffee.
2. Does Santa wrap presents or just set them under the tree? That depends on the gift. He's wrapping this year!
3. Do you decorate the outside of your home with lights? Any other displays? The stairs out front are decorated, and I have a snowman that I made hanging on the front door.
4. Poinsettias, Holly or Mistletoe? None.
5. When do you put up your decorations? The day after Thanksgiving! This year I could barely stand to wait that long!
6. Do you prefer to give or receive? Giving is great!
7. Cut tree, live tree, artificial tree, or Festivus pole? Artificial; I would LOVE a real tree again. I miss that smell throught the house!
8. Have you ever made a gingerbread house? Yes, and won't be doing that again til the kids are teens. What a mess! We usually make gingerbread cookies, but haven't yet this year.
9.Do you display a nativity scene? Yes, I found a great heavy set at Goodwill 2 years ago. It was cheap and I love to look at it up on the mantle!
10.When did you learn the truth about Santa? I don't remember exactly when. I do remember when I found out Sesame street was all puppets though. I cried and cried. I felt so betrayed!
11. Snow! Love it or dread it? Love it Love it LOVE it. I can't stand the thought of being in Florida around Christmas. It'll be 80 there, that's horrible!
12. Can you ice skate? Yes, providing I use a hockey stick to create a tripod. Don't laugh.
13. Do you open your gifts on Christmas Eve or Christmas Morning? Christmas Morning, of course! We have to wait for Santa! Actually, I think that is how I found out the truth. I think I remember Santa coming while we were at Church on Christmas Eve one year. All the adults had a hard time explaining that one.
14. What is the most important thing about the holidays for you? I love seeing my kids faces light up when they get the perfect gift! But, it is still a holiday about a birthday. That's important to me too.
15. What is your favorite holiday cookie? I like making gingerbread men, but I don't like to eat them. I guess sugar cookies!
16. What tops your tree? I have two toppers: One is St Nick, it's his turn this year. We also have a handmade doll from Hubs Grandma. We rotate.
17. What is your favorite Christmas song? Anything on Anne Murray's Christmas album but if I had to choose, I'd say her version of Winter Wonderland. I am SOOO Glad to hear of someone who likes her other than Mom and I!!!! (You have good taste Sue!) I also enjoy the Mormon Tabernacle. (sp?)
18. What is your favorite Christmas movie or story? It's a Wonderful Life
19. Candy Canes! Yuck or Yum? Yuck
20. Do you send Christmas cards? If yes, do you enclose a letter or picture? Yes, and we usually include a letter. Not this year though. Cards, and a personal hand written letter this time around.
21. What kind of lights do you decorate your Christmas tree with? Multi colored small lights. Hub and I debate each year whether to have them blink or be solid. This year they are solid. (I WIN!)
22. Favorite Christmas memory as a child? A few. I remember when my Gramps gave Grammy a nice winter coat one year, he made a big deal of her trying it on even though she didn't want to. Then he said "How do the pockets fit?" She put her hands in and came out with a pearl necklace. I also remember getting letters from Santa on the tree. I thought that was really cool!
23. Best present that you have received? Hum, I'm not sure. There are a lot I really enjoyed at the time, but can't remember now. I remember one year I got everything I asked Santa for. That was a major miracle in my house!!!
24.Turkey, Ham, Seafood, or Soup for your holiday dinner? Turkey Usually, this year Hub requested Ham. Who eats Seafood for Christmas???
25.Describe your favorite Christmas ornament. We have a picture ornament that we got our first Christmas together, we put it on first every year!
Whew, that was long~~
It's bedtime!
Monday, December 11, 2006
Hide and Seek
Alright. Which one of you took (stole) my USB cord for my camera?? Hum? Cat got your tongue?
Fess up! I have many super cool pics to show you, but no way to upload. Therefore you see nothing
See right up there? There should be a picture there of Hubs lap 'ghan that is finished. But no.......
Right here there would be a picture of all the dishcloths I'm whipin out for Grammy for her gift.
A whole lot of nothin is what you get to see til I find my cord. humm.....If I were a cord, where would I be hiding?
Fess up! I have many super cool pics to show you, but no way to upload. Therefore you see nothing
See right up there? There should be a picture there of Hubs lap 'ghan that is finished. But no.......
Right here there would be a picture of all the dishcloths I'm whipin out for Grammy for her gift.
A whole lot of nothin is what you get to see til I find my cord. humm.....If I were a cord, where would I be hiding?
Sunday, December 10, 2006
4's, a Meme
I got tagged again, and thank goodness cause I have nothin nice to say right now. Don't ask.
Four jobs I have had in my life:
1. Medic USAF
2. Chiropractic Assistant
3. Wife
4. Mom
Four movies I would and or do watch over and over again:
1. Erin Brockovich (sp?)
2. In her Shoes
3. Elmo/Cookie Monster
4. Band of Brothers
Four places I have lived:
1. East Wenatchee, WA
2. San Antonio, TX
3. Jacksonville, AR
4. Virginia Beach , VA
Four t.v. shows I love to watch:
1. Amazing Race
2. LOST
3. Prison Break
4. The Unit
Four places I have been on vacation:
1. Disney Land
2. Cocoa Beach, FL
3. Burbank, CA
4. Camping in Leavenworth, WA
Four of my favorite foods (meals):
1. Chinese noodles from Safeway
2. Burger King
3. Thanksgiving meal
4. Mexican (anywhere)
Four of my favorite books:
1. Wynonnas book
2. Anything written by Debbie MacComber
3. Hmm...
4. Does a Sudoku book count?
Four people to tag:
1. You
2. Them
3. Those guys
4. All lurkers! ( I see you!!)
Four jobs I have had in my life:
1. Medic USAF
2. Chiropractic Assistant
3. Wife
4. Mom
Four movies I would and or do watch over and over again:
1. Erin Brockovich (sp?)
2. In her Shoes
3. Elmo/Cookie Monster
4. Band of Brothers
Four places I have lived:
1. East Wenatchee, WA
2. San Antonio, TX
3. Jacksonville, AR
4. Virginia Beach , VA
Four t.v. shows I love to watch:
1. Amazing Race
2. LOST
3. Prison Break
4. The Unit
Four places I have been on vacation:
1. Disney Land
2. Cocoa Beach, FL
3. Burbank, CA
4. Camping in Leavenworth, WA
Four of my favorite foods (meals):
1. Chinese noodles from Safeway
2. Burger King
3. Thanksgiving meal
4. Mexican (anywhere)
Four of my favorite books:
1. Wynonnas book
2. Anything written by Debbie MacComber
3. Hmm...
4. Does a Sudoku book count?
Four people to tag:
1. You
2. Them
3. Those guys
4. All lurkers! ( I see you!!)
Friday, December 08, 2006
Moving On
Yep, I'm back! Most of you read the tale of my adventure over at Good Yarns For those of you who did not, go check it out. I could blog about it, but that seems silly when Sue did such a great job describing it herself.
I will say that the trip and the experience was everything I was hoping for and more! I had such a fantastic time with Sue, and being part of the Ellen Degeneres Show was priceless too. It was a much needed, once in a life time experience that I will not soon forget. My Feet, back, knees and ears will not forget either!! HA. All the pain was definitely worth the gain!
During this trip I was able to cross off a couple things from my Life List. First was the reason for the trip, to be in the Ellen audience. I also was able to cross off leaving a 100% tip at a restraunt, and meeting an internet friend. I had tried to fly first class on one leg of the trip, but that didn't pan out. Apparently I didn't dress the part, as the man at the ticket counter laughed at me when I asked about upgrading. Oh well.
Most astonishing to me was the fact that although we got little sleep and we were sore as all h**l, I came home rejuvenated. It was definitely 2 days well spent!
Arriving home early Wednesday morning, I got 4 hours of sleep before full Mommy Duty kicked in again. My son had a scheduled home visit from a speech therapist in the afternoon, so I spent the day preparing myself for the news that I knew was coming.
For some reason, and I'm not sure why, "official" news changes the way you think about something. Even if you knew it "unofficially" it still makes it feel permanent. I knew what his diagnosis would be and I thought I was prepared. It really is the strangest thing, I know that my sons speech delay is not my fault but the feelings of guilt quickly consumed me. I'm over it now and I am looking forward to the adventures ahead with group speech therapy and individualized therapy which will also be a family learning experience. Bring it on.
I knew this before, but I know it for sure now. When you are a parent you love your children unconditionally. You love them no matter what. You love them when you are scrubbing crayon off the wall, and you love them when in order to get their attention you have to scream louder then they are screaming. At times you fear the outcomes of life, but the tough times make your love grow. I know that it's all gonna be alright. It will be alright because he's my son, and I've got his back through it all.
Now I must excuse myself to find a tissue.
I will say that the trip and the experience was everything I was hoping for and more! I had such a fantastic time with Sue, and being part of the Ellen Degeneres Show was priceless too. It was a much needed, once in a life time experience that I will not soon forget. My Feet, back, knees and ears will not forget either!! HA. All the pain was definitely worth the gain!
During this trip I was able to cross off a couple things from my Life List. First was the reason for the trip, to be in the Ellen audience. I also was able to cross off leaving a 100% tip at a restraunt, and meeting an internet friend. I had tried to fly first class on one leg of the trip, but that didn't pan out. Apparently I didn't dress the part, as the man at the ticket counter laughed at me when I asked about upgrading. Oh well.
Most astonishing to me was the fact that although we got little sleep and we were sore as all h**l, I came home rejuvenated. It was definitely 2 days well spent!
Arriving home early Wednesday morning, I got 4 hours of sleep before full Mommy Duty kicked in again. My son had a scheduled home visit from a speech therapist in the afternoon, so I spent the day preparing myself for the news that I knew was coming.
For some reason, and I'm not sure why, "official" news changes the way you think about something. Even if you knew it "unofficially" it still makes it feel permanent. I knew what his diagnosis would be and I thought I was prepared. It really is the strangest thing, I know that my sons speech delay is not my fault but the feelings of guilt quickly consumed me. I'm over it now and I am looking forward to the adventures ahead with group speech therapy and individualized therapy which will also be a family learning experience. Bring it on.
I knew this before, but I know it for sure now. When you are a parent you love your children unconditionally. You love them no matter what. You love them when you are scrubbing crayon off the wall, and you love them when in order to get their attention you have to scream louder then they are screaming. At times you fear the outcomes of life, but the tough times make your love grow. I know that it's all gonna be alright. It will be alright because he's my son, and I've got his back through it all.
Now I must excuse myself to find a tissue.
Sunday, December 03, 2006
Out of Town
OUT OF TOWN!!!
Something spectacular is happening tomorrow! I'll provide a full recap for all of you on Wednesday. Til then, do a little happy dance for me!
If you'd like a clue, go see Sue.
Hummm.....
If you'd like a clue, go see Sue.
Hummm.....
Friday, December 01, 2006
Flickr Friday #2
Round two! Whoooo Hoooo!
Okay, I cheated. This one is not in my Fickr Badge yet. I still have quite a few photos to upload. Quite a few means way to many, as in 50ish.. maybe closer to 75. Who knows? I don't. I'm scared to know how far I am behind. The more pictures I take the farther behind I get in scrapbooking, and that is another post for another day. I have so many things to do.
I'm rambling, sorry.
Flickr Friday.
Clearly it's to small. I had to steal it from the actual online ordering over at Clark Color. (They do good work by the way- you should check em out) This picture is my current favorite of my son. As I have said before he is always on the go, and most of the pictures that I snap come out with a big blur instead of a cute pose like this one.
On this day it was abnormally warm outside, perfect for a sneak trip to the park. Sneak trip because even though his Sis was in school, we are not allowed to do anything that she is not included in. (Stand by for the One eyed Green monster post) So- Where was I?
Ah yes, at the park on a sunny day with camera in hand. Perfect. This boy LOVES the park! He has no fears of anything park related. He interacts with all the children there, which is amazing. Lets just say that he HATES strangers. He has a super stranger scream too, thats a good thing. I've referred to this problem before when I've tried to get his photos professionally taken. It's a mess.
Good golly, stay on the subject Christy.
Lets just leave it at the fact that this was a great day at the park, and I have a great picture to show for it. Now that it's too cold, it will have to tide me over til Spring and the park thaws back out!
Okay, I cheated. This one is not in my Fickr Badge yet. I still have quite a few photos to upload. Quite a few means way to many, as in 50ish.. maybe closer to 75. Who knows? I don't. I'm scared to know how far I am behind. The more pictures I take the farther behind I get in scrapbooking, and that is another post for another day. I have so many things to do.
I'm rambling, sorry.
Flickr Friday.
Clearly it's to small. I had to steal it from the actual online ordering over at Clark Color. (They do good work by the way- you should check em out) This picture is my current favorite of my son. As I have said before he is always on the go, and most of the pictures that I snap come out with a big blur instead of a cute pose like this one.
On this day it was abnormally warm outside, perfect for a sneak trip to the park. Sneak trip because even though his Sis was in school, we are not allowed to do anything that she is not included in. (Stand by for the One eyed Green monster post) So- Where was I?
Ah yes, at the park on a sunny day with camera in hand. Perfect. This boy LOVES the park! He has no fears of anything park related. He interacts with all the children there, which is amazing. Lets just say that he HATES strangers. He has a super stranger scream too, thats a good thing. I've referred to this problem before when I've tried to get his photos professionally taken. It's a mess.
Good golly, stay on the subject Christy.
Lets just leave it at the fact that this was a great day at the park, and I have a great picture to show for it. Now that it's too cold, it will have to tide me over til Spring and the park thaws back out!
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