What ever your plans today, take a minute to remember our members of the US military...past, present, and future, those who have served or will make the choice to serve.
We applaud you, we appreciate you, and most certainly, we thank you!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Remember...
What ever your plans today, take a minute to remember our members of the US military...past, present, and future, those who have served or will make the choice to serve.
We applaud you, we appreciate you, and most certainly, we thank you!
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Making Up For Lost Time
My husband literally worked his life away during his 20's, 30's, and 40's. He was a business owner and everybody knows that no one works harder than the owner himself...at least that's what my husband always says. So when my husband and his brother decided to close up their business 2 years ago, I had mixed emotions, although I was more happy for him than anything else. I was happy that he finally would have some time for himself.
My husband never had the time to develop friendships of his own. Yes, he had longtime childhood friends but he didn't have the time it took to nurture the relationships to keep them going. He'd come home on Friday night from being out of town and ask what we had planned for the weekend. My friends were his friends. Our kids friends parents were his friends. We were his social network.
Well times have changed and I'm happy to say he certainly is making up for lost time!
I'm now married to a social butterfly!
He went to a fun lobster dinner and get together with friends yesterday...I was at work!
He went walking with his group of walking buddies this morning. Yes, my husband who tells me no every time I ask him to go walking with me, now has his "own" walking buddies. While they walked, I slept in, then cleaned. I needed to straighten things up because after their 1 1/2 hour walk, they come in the house to chat some more and drink ice water!
Tomorrow we were invited to brunch with his walking buddies. He's going and bringing the orange juice and ice. I'll be working!
He has developed such strong relationships with the men in our camping club group that he goes camping with them even if I can't. They are like brothers. These guys call each other, they text each other, they email each other, and most importantly, they're always there for each other!
My how times have changed!
My husband never had the time to develop friendships of his own. Yes, he had longtime childhood friends but he didn't have the time it took to nurture the relationships to keep them going. He'd come home on Friday night from being out of town and ask what we had planned for the weekend. My friends were his friends. Our kids friends parents were his friends. We were his social network.
Well times have changed and I'm happy to say he certainly is making up for lost time!
I'm now married to a social butterfly!
He went to a fun lobster dinner and get together with friends yesterday...I was at work!
He went walking with his group of walking buddies this morning. Yes, my husband who tells me no every time I ask him to go walking with me, now has his "own" walking buddies. While they walked, I slept in, then cleaned. I needed to straighten things up because after their 1 1/2 hour walk, they come in the house to chat some more and drink ice water!
Tomorrow we were invited to brunch with his walking buddies. He's going and bringing the orange juice and ice. I'll be working!
He has developed such strong relationships with the men in our camping club group that he goes camping with them even if I can't. They are like brothers. These guys call each other, they text each other, they email each other, and most importantly, they're always there for each other!
My how times have changed!
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
You Gotta Hear This...
Then tell me what you think...
Remember I mentioned that we met Jennifer and her adorable family that Courtney babysits for? Well Courtney had to work today and Jennifer did something that shocked and shook Courtney up so much that she called me crying tonight. I felt so bad that it made me cry too.
When Jennifer got home this afternoon she told Courtney that she had to talk to her about something. She was so serious that Courtney told her "you're scaring me" as usually everything is so lighthearted. Jennifer proceeded to tell Courtney that she had noticed something under Courtney's nose and wanted to drug test her, insinuating the use of Cocaine! With tears in her eyes, Courtney told her she had just gotten over a cold (the cause of the runny, crusty nose) but that she would take to the test. Courtney told her through her tears, that she had never ever done any drugs and that no one had ever thought that about her before. She told her how upsetting it was at the thought of someone thinking that about her. Courtney told me she was humiliated and very hurt that Jennifer could ever think such a thing. Of course Courtney passed the impromptu drug test that Jennifer pulled out of her purse, but the damage had been done. Courtney was devastated.
Courtney called me crying, upset, and in disbelief that Jennifer, who she cares so much about, could imagine such a thing. Jennifer explained after the test that she didn't think it would be positive but felt she had to do it for two reasons 1) because she is first and foremost a mother and 2) because if it were positive, she would want to help Courtney deal with the situation. Courtney said she truly believed Jennifer was doing it for the right reasons but it didn't make her feel any better about it.
We discussed it in detail and I suggested that Courtney call her and let her know how hurt and betrayed she felt. Not to have a long and drawn out discussion but to just plainly tell Jennifer how hurt she was. I'm so proud of Courtney because she did call her and let her feelings be known. They talked it out, Jennifer apologized, and it's behind them.
Of course a part of me understands Jennifer's intentions but another part of me is upset that she put Courtney through the humiliation. Courtney said she certainly could understand a drug test when she first was interviewed for the job but why now, didn't they know her and trust her after 10 months?
Well, what's done is done and it's water under the bridge as they say. No doubt life can be difficult sometimes! Courtney definitely is learning some life lessons and seeing firsthand what life is like as an adult. The good, the bad, and the ugly!
So what do you think about this situation? I'm interested in hearing your thoughts.
Remember I mentioned that we met Jennifer and her adorable family that Courtney babysits for? Well Courtney had to work today and Jennifer did something that shocked and shook Courtney up so much that she called me crying tonight. I felt so bad that it made me cry too.
When Jennifer got home this afternoon she told Courtney that she had to talk to her about something. She was so serious that Courtney told her "you're scaring me" as usually everything is so lighthearted. Jennifer proceeded to tell Courtney that she had noticed something under Courtney's nose and wanted to drug test her, insinuating the use of Cocaine! With tears in her eyes, Courtney told her she had just gotten over a cold (the cause of the runny, crusty nose) but that she would take to the test. Courtney told her through her tears, that she had never ever done any drugs and that no one had ever thought that about her before. She told her how upsetting it was at the thought of someone thinking that about her. Courtney told me she was humiliated and very hurt that Jennifer could ever think such a thing. Of course Courtney passed the impromptu drug test that Jennifer pulled out of her purse, but the damage had been done. Courtney was devastated.
Courtney called me crying, upset, and in disbelief that Jennifer, who she cares so much about, could imagine such a thing. Jennifer explained after the test that she didn't think it would be positive but felt she had to do it for two reasons 1) because she is first and foremost a mother and 2) because if it were positive, she would want to help Courtney deal with the situation. Courtney said she truly believed Jennifer was doing it for the right reasons but it didn't make her feel any better about it.
We discussed it in detail and I suggested that Courtney call her and let her know how hurt and betrayed she felt. Not to have a long and drawn out discussion but to just plainly tell Jennifer how hurt she was. I'm so proud of Courtney because she did call her and let her feelings be known. They talked it out, Jennifer apologized, and it's behind them.
Of course a part of me understands Jennifer's intentions but another part of me is upset that she put Courtney through the humiliation. Courtney said she certainly could understand a drug test when she first was interviewed for the job but why now, didn't they know her and trust her after 10 months?
Well, what's done is done and it's water under the bridge as they say. No doubt life can be difficult sometimes! Courtney definitely is learning some life lessons and seeing firsthand what life is like as an adult. The good, the bad, and the ugly!
So what do you think about this situation? I'm interested in hearing your thoughts.
Pretty Or Not So Pretty?
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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. So, what do you think, pretty or not so pretty?
This post is linked to:
Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer
Wordless Wednesday at Embrace the Chaos
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. So, what do you think, pretty or not so pretty?
This post is linked to:
Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer
Wordless Wednesday at Embrace the Chaos
Monday, May 24, 2010
A Couple Of Firsts
I think I've eaten my way through Arizona this trip and have even experienced a couple of firsts this time around. Needless to say, I'll be dieting big time when I get home tomorrow.
Saturday we started the day off great with our first ever meal here...
I was so excited. I've read about the good food and the cute little store at Cracker Barrel so I was anxious to experience it for myself. It did not disappoint. I had scrambled eggs, bacon, and biscuits. I don't think I've ever had a better biscuit, anywhere! It was melt in your mouth delicious! I enjoyed the store too and bought a few cute gifts. I bet they have fun, unique items during the holidays!
Courtney is a nanny a few days a week for a professor at ASU and she and her husband invited us over for brunch on Sunday, and again, the food was great. Courtney has told us so much about them that I couldn't wait to finally meet them. They were absolutely darling and such warm, hospitable hosts. Being with them warmed my heart because you could tell that they truly love my daughter. They could not say enough nice things about her and the kids gravitated to her like a magnet. I made sure to express to them how thankful I am that they are looking out for Courtney and taking such good care of her and they let us know how thankful they are to have her in their lives as well. They said that having Courtney around has been the perfect fit and knew she was the one right off the bat. It's turned out to be a win win situation for everyone and I know Courtney will be in contact with them for the rest of her life. Luckily, they feel like family to me now too!
For dinner last night we went to one of our favorite rib places and the girls talked us into an appetizer that I had never thought of eating before...
Fried pickles! I was a sport and gave them a try but once was enough for me. Not a fan of eating warm pickles. Have you ever tried fried pickles before?
Today we hit the mall and lets just say Courtney and I can do some serious damage when we're together...but hey, it's not like we have the opportunity all the time right! Ann Taylor's Loft and Nordstrom were having great sales so we found some seriously cute stuff at some seriously reasonable prices. Again, a win win situation!
We had dinner tonight at a place the girls suggested, The Big Fat Greek Restaurant, and yes, with an appetizer that I hadn't ever had before...
Flaming cheese and pita bread! It was a first but this I liked!
We've had such an enjoyable, relaxing time and these 2 beautiful, sweet girls have been a pleasure to be around...
Courtney and her close friend Janell. This trip was the first time we were able to meet Janell and guess what, she feels like family now too!
Janell just graduated and is now looking for and applying for different teaching positions. Can you believe that adorable thing wants to teach high school math! I say good for you and God bless you Janell! It won't be easy but she's got spunk. I just know she's gonna be accused of being a student more times than she can count!
Saturday we started the day off great with our first ever meal here...
I was so excited. I've read about the good food and the cute little store at Cracker Barrel so I was anxious to experience it for myself. It did not disappoint. I had scrambled eggs, bacon, and biscuits. I don't think I've ever had a better biscuit, anywhere! It was melt in your mouth delicious! I enjoyed the store too and bought a few cute gifts. I bet they have fun, unique items during the holidays!
Courtney is a nanny a few days a week for a professor at ASU and she and her husband invited us over for brunch on Sunday, and again, the food was great. Courtney has told us so much about them that I couldn't wait to finally meet them. They were absolutely darling and such warm, hospitable hosts. Being with them warmed my heart because you could tell that they truly love my daughter. They could not say enough nice things about her and the kids gravitated to her like a magnet. I made sure to express to them how thankful I am that they are looking out for Courtney and taking such good care of her and they let us know how thankful they are to have her in their lives as well. They said that having Courtney around has been the perfect fit and knew she was the one right off the bat. It's turned out to be a win win situation for everyone and I know Courtney will be in contact with them for the rest of her life. Luckily, they feel like family to me now too!
For dinner last night we went to one of our favorite rib places and the girls talked us into an appetizer that I had never thought of eating before...
Fried pickles! I was a sport and gave them a try but once was enough for me. Not a fan of eating warm pickles. Have you ever tried fried pickles before?
Today we hit the mall and lets just say Courtney and I can do some serious damage when we're together...but hey, it's not like we have the opportunity all the time right! Ann Taylor's Loft and Nordstrom were having great sales so we found some seriously cute stuff at some seriously reasonable prices. Again, a win win situation!
We had dinner tonight at a place the girls suggested, The Big Fat Greek Restaurant, and yes, with an appetizer that I hadn't ever had before...
Flaming cheese and pita bread! It was a first but this I liked!
We've had such an enjoyable, relaxing time and these 2 beautiful, sweet girls have been a pleasure to be around...
Courtney and her close friend Janell. This trip was the first time we were able to meet Janell and guess what, she feels like family now too!
Janell just graduated and is now looking for and applying for different teaching positions. Can you believe that adorable thing wants to teach high school math! I say good for you and God bless you Janell! It won't be easy but she's got spunk. I just know she's gonna be accused of being a student more times than she can count!
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Arizona Bound
We headed to Arizona yesterday and arrived in Phoenix about 9:00ish last night. Our drive was leisurely and unhurried which is the best kind I say. Our daughter and 2 of her roommates are moving into another apartment in July and she wanted mom and dad to check everything out before hand. I'm so glad she values our opinion on so many things. Sure, we're the one's footing the bill while she's in college but still I'm thankful that she includes us and looks to us for advice and guidance.
Arizona is beautiful this time of year. Not scorching hot (like when we've moved her into her dorm and apartment in August) but not cold either. It's perfect.
Although Arizona isn't a state I would want to live in permanently because of the extreme heat, there are things that I enjoy each time I visit. Here are just a few...
Desert scenery...
One of my favorite stores (we don't have these in CA, and maybe that's a good thing!)...
Temperatures like these...
QT gas stations. Drinks are only .69 cents and QT has the biggest variety of soft drinks of any gas station ever. I always feel like a kid in a candy store...
But the best thing in Arizona is this beauty...
Sitting in an Arizona State rocker at Cracker Barrel this morning. ASU's mascot is Sparky the Sundevil. She's showing us Sparky's pitchfork.
It's hard to believe, but my little girl is now officially a college senior!
Arizona is beautiful this time of year. Not scorching hot (like when we've moved her into her dorm and apartment in August) but not cold either. It's perfect.
Although Arizona isn't a state I would want to live in permanently because of the extreme heat, there are things that I enjoy each time I visit. Here are just a few...
Desert scenery...
One of my favorite stores (we don't have these in CA, and maybe that's a good thing!)...
Temperatures like these...
QT gas stations. Drinks are only .69 cents and QT has the biggest variety of soft drinks of any gas station ever. I always feel like a kid in a candy store...
But the best thing in Arizona is this beauty...
Sitting in an Arizona State rocker at Cracker Barrel this morning. ASU's mascot is Sparky the Sundevil. She's showing us Sparky's pitchfork.
It's hard to believe, but my little girl is now officially a college senior!
Friday, May 21, 2010
It's Friday
And I'm nosy...
So here's the question: Do you or your husband balance your checkbook every month?
We have 2 checking accounts and I hadn't balanced any of the statements since November. The last time I balanced the checkbooks was on the way home from Hawaii. For the first time in my life, we flew first class and I balanced the statements sitting there in my nice, comfy seat, while eating a wonderful hot fudge sundae they made for us. Yep, it's the truth!
Yesterday I spent hours and hours getting all caught up on paperwork. I balanced 10 statements, paid bills, filed, and went through a pile of paperwork and mail the size of a small mountain. It's a job I detest yet it always feels so good to be organized and on top of things again. I feel quite accomplished! Well at least until the mailman comes again later today!
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Photo Resolution 2010 and Wordless Wednesday
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This post is linked to:
Wordless Wednesday at Embrace the Chaos
Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer
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This post is linked to:
Wordless Wednesday at Embrace the Chaos
Outdoor Wednesday at A Southern Daydreamer
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
I'm Still Layin' Low
I've got one or two pictures packed away somewhere of Fabio back in the day that I'll try and get to soon. I have to do it on the sly if you know what I mean! I don't have a scanner but I know I've got a booklet that Fabio was modeling in and I'll take a picture of the pictures.
Fabio's family was in the retail business and I specifically remember them sending out a "mailer" to their loyal customers and Fabio was one of the main models. So handsome and sexy in his Angel Flight slacks, 3-piece suits, and with a head full of hair!
At that time Fabio was playing racquetball 4 nights a week. Now I can't even get him to walk around the block! I take that back, much to my amazement, he's recently started walking. Tomorrow will be day #3! Keep up the good work Fabio!
In case you haven't noticed, hubby will now be affectionately known as Fabio. Great idea Joyce!
OMG, it's a darn good thing Fabio doesn't read this blog! I'm counting on all of you (and especially you my beautiful daughter and dear sister) to keep Fabio in the dark...otherwise I'm dead meat!
Fabio's family was in the retail business and I specifically remember them sending out a "mailer" to their loyal customers and Fabio was one of the main models. So handsome and sexy in his Angel Flight slacks, 3-piece suits, and with a head full of hair!
At that time Fabio was playing racquetball 4 nights a week. Now I can't even get him to walk around the block! I take that back, much to my amazement, he's recently started walking. Tomorrow will be day #3! Keep up the good work Fabio!
In case you haven't noticed, hubby will now be affectionately known as Fabio. Great idea Joyce!
OMG, it's a darn good thing Fabio doesn't read this blog! I'm counting on all of you (and especially you my beautiful daughter and dear sister) to keep Fabio in the dark...otherwise I'm dead meat!
Monday, May 17, 2010
Is It Monday Already!?
Boy did the weekend fly by. It always seems to do that when you're having fun! This past weekend was camping club weekend and we had the best time. We laughed until it hurt and as usual, we ate way to much! I hated to come home but unfortunately work was calling my name today.
I got up early yesterday morning and headed outside to have coffee with the early risers and ended up getting myself in trouble. For some reason during our conversation I mentioned that my husband used to model in his younger days. Oh man did they get a good laugh out of that one, well all except my husband that is! They teased him non-stop and have now nicknamed him Fabio. Nothings sacred around them I tell ya!
I think I need to lay low for awhile, hubby's now giving me the evil eye!
Happy Monday and have a great week!
I got up early yesterday morning and headed outside to have coffee with the early risers and ended up getting myself in trouble. For some reason during our conversation I mentioned that my husband used to model in his younger days. Oh man did they get a good laugh out of that one, well all except my husband that is! They teased him non-stop and have now nicknamed him Fabio. Nothings sacred around them I tell ya!
I think I need to lay low for awhile, hubby's now giving me the evil eye!
Happy Monday and have a great week!
Friday, May 14, 2010
It's Friday
And I'm nosy...
So here's the question: Have you ever made homemade bread?
In all my years, I've never made bread, or homemade jam either. I'm not a very good homemaker am I!
With all of the wonderful recipes out here in blogland, I think I need to give bread making a try. I tell you what, I'll make it and photograph the whole thing.
I'm not making any promises on the homemade jam!
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Nurse Week
This week has been National Nurses Week, with yesterday being International Nurse Day, in honor of Florence Nightingale's birthday on May 12th.
"Inspired by what she took as a call from God in February 1837, Florence announced her decision to enter nursing in 1844, despite the intense anger and distress of her mother and sister. In this, she rebelled against the expected role for a woman of her status, which was to become a wife and mother. Nightingale worked hard to educate herself in the art and science of nursing, in spite of opposition from her family and the restrictive societal code for affluent young English women."
Florence did indeed become a nurse and gained the nickname "The Lady with the Lamp", derived from a phrase in a report in The Times:
"She is a ‘ministering angel’ without any exaggeration in these hospitals, and as her slender form glides quietly along each corridor, every poor fellow's face softens with gratitude at the sight of her. When all the medical officers have retired for the night and silence and darkness have settled down upon those miles of prostrate sick, she may be observed alone, with a little lamp in her hand, making her solitary rounds."
The first official nurses’ training program, the Nightingale School for Nurses, opened in 1860. The mission of the school was to train nurses to work in hospitals, work with the poor, and to teach.
In the 1870s, Nightingale mentored Linda Richards, "America's first trained nurse", and enabled her to return to the USA with adequate training and knowledge to establish high-quality nursing schools. Linda Richards went on to become a great nursing pioneer in the USA and Japan.
Florence Nightingale's lasting contribution has been her role in founding the modern nursing profession. She set an example of compassion, commitment to patient care, and diligent and thoughtful hospital administration.
The work of her School of Nursing continues today as the Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and Midwifery at King's College London. The Nightingale Building in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Southampton is also named after her. International Nurses Day is celebrated on her birthday each year.
As you know, I have been a nurse for many years and have always been very proud of my profession. The job requires long, hard hours but at the end of the day, exhausted as I am, I always feel that I did my best in helping others, and truly, that is a great feeling.
So today, in honor of Florence Nightingale and all of the hardworking, loyal nurses out there, thank a nurse and tell them you appreciate their dedication to their profession. Guaranteed, you will make their day!
"Inspired by what she took as a call from God in February 1837, Florence announced her decision to enter nursing in 1844, despite the intense anger and distress of her mother and sister. In this, she rebelled against the expected role for a woman of her status, which was to become a wife and mother. Nightingale worked hard to educate herself in the art and science of nursing, in spite of opposition from her family and the restrictive societal code for affluent young English women."
Florence did indeed become a nurse and gained the nickname "The Lady with the Lamp", derived from a phrase in a report in The Times:
"She is a ‘ministering angel’ without any exaggeration in these hospitals, and as her slender form glides quietly along each corridor, every poor fellow's face softens with gratitude at the sight of her. When all the medical officers have retired for the night and silence and darkness have settled down upon those miles of prostrate sick, she may be observed alone, with a little lamp in her hand, making her solitary rounds."
The first official nurses’ training program, the Nightingale School for Nurses, opened in 1860. The mission of the school was to train nurses to work in hospitals, work with the poor, and to teach.
In the 1870s, Nightingale mentored Linda Richards, "America's first trained nurse", and enabled her to return to the USA with adequate training and knowledge to establish high-quality nursing schools. Linda Richards went on to become a great nursing pioneer in the USA and Japan.
Florence Nightingale's lasting contribution has been her role in founding the modern nursing profession. She set an example of compassion, commitment to patient care, and diligent and thoughtful hospital administration.
The work of her School of Nursing continues today as the Florence Nightingale School of Nursing and Midwifery at King's College London. The Nightingale Building in the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Southampton is also named after her. International Nurses Day is celebrated on her birthday each year.
As you know, I have been a nurse for many years and have always been very proud of my profession. The job requires long, hard hours but at the end of the day, exhausted as I am, I always feel that I did my best in helping others, and truly, that is a great feeling.
So today, in honor of Florence Nightingale and all of the hardworking, loyal nurses out there, thank a nurse and tell them you appreciate their dedication to their profession. Guaranteed, you will make their day!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Stool Makeover
We have an area in one of our bathrooms where I used to have a 3-tiered wrought iron stand that housed bath and pool towels. This was our kids bathroom and it has a door leading out to the pool so it made perfect sense to have the towels ready and available for the kids. It worked great for years and years but with the kids grown and out of the house now, I thought it was time for a change. I gave the stand to my sister and decided I'd like a stool or chair there instead. I found a nice stool months ago at the Goodwill for $8 and thought I'd give it a makeover.
The stool itself is in great shape, very nice and sturdy, but in desperate need of reupholstering. I was so conscientious...before I started, I made sure to take pictures but yesterday I accidentally deleted the first picture I took where it was stripped down to it's bare bones. So here is the second picture, with foam and batting...
I had already purchased the supplies but had postponed the project because I wasn't sure if I was going to do any restaining so I was waiting for warmer weather. In the end, I just cleaned it up and went for it. I like the look of it with some scratches and worn marks. It gives it character.
My original thought was to staple on the fabric and then use upholstery tacks to hide the staples. Here is the stool with it's new fabric stapled on, waiting for the finishing touch...
I ended up not using the upholstery tacks at all. I wanted to soften it up so I used trim instead. I just hot glued the trim right onto the fabric, working my way around the stool. It hid the staples perfectly...
I'm so happy with my $8 find. I think it's the perfect little addition to the bathroom.
The stool itself is in great shape, very nice and sturdy, but in desperate need of reupholstering. I was so conscientious...before I started, I made sure to take pictures but yesterday I accidentally deleted the first picture I took where it was stripped down to it's bare bones. So here is the second picture, with foam and batting...
I had already purchased the supplies but had postponed the project because I wasn't sure if I was going to do any restaining so I was waiting for warmer weather. In the end, I just cleaned it up and went for it. I like the look of it with some scratches and worn marks. It gives it character.
My original thought was to staple on the fabric and then use upholstery tacks to hide the staples. Here is the stool with it's new fabric stapled on, waiting for the finishing touch...
I ended up not using the upholstery tacks at all. I wanted to soften it up so I used trim instead. I just hot glued the trim right onto the fabric, working my way around the stool. It hid the staples perfectly...
I'm so happy with my $8 find. I think it's the perfect little addition to the bathroom.
Saturday, May 8, 2010
Friday, May 7, 2010
It's Friday
And I'm nosy...
So here's the question: What was the one thing you forgot to take with you the last time you went out of town?
As usual, I was being rushed out of the house on Wednesday morning so I forgot not only one thing, but three!
*I left behind my lipstick case (because my husband took it out of my car!)
*I left behind my casual shoes so I've been wearing heels since Wednesday!
*I left behind a coat...and I've been cold ever since!
We've been out of town attending the funeral services for our dear friend Carol. Everything turned out beautiful and her family did such a wonderful job honoring her life. She would be so proud of her husband, sons, and her beloved sister. As hard as it was, they held it together. Her husband Paul even gave the eulogy. There wasn't a dry eye in the church, especially mine!
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Getting To Know YOU
Today, I'm linking up again with Keely over at Mannland5 for her Getting to Know YOU Sunday. Feel free to join in!
The rules are simple. To play, just copy the questions, answer them, post them on your blog, then come back to Mannland5 and link up.
So here we go:
1. Are you superstitious? No, although I don't think I'd walk under a ladder intentionally.
2. If you were an animal..what kind would you be? I'd want to be a spoiled house dog like my little Jake. The Jakester is one loved dog!
3. You would never catch me wearing.........? Spandex!!!
4. If someone posts a VLOG..do you watch it? Yes, it's always fun to put real voices and faces to the friends we've made in blogland.
5. Have you ever waxed your girlie/manly parts..or any other part of your body? Haven't waxed any girlie parts, OUCH, but I have had my upper lip waxed. Again, OUCH!
6. Are you a spender or a saver? A little of both but more of a saver.
7. If you were starring in a movie..who would you want to play your leading man/woman? I have to think about this one. No one in particular comes to mind. It would be a handsome, distinguished, middle aged man though. Definitely not a COUGAR here!
8. Smoker..never smoked..social smoker..or smoked back in the day? Never smoked! Not even a puff and I'm proud of it!
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