The older I get the more I notice how much STUFF we have and...how much more STUFF we want, as a society. We have tons more that we did 20 or so years ago, but....we still want more. Kids have more toys, adults have more toys! We have bigger houses, more cars and take vacations on planes instead of in a trailer. And yet...we are not content.
The Internet has added a whole other arena of creating wants. Kids no longer have to wait for parents to go shopping, they can do it from home. Creating lusts for all the world has to offer. Every year at this time, we are bombarded with ads, coupons and specials. All, so we can go out and buy more but, is more...the answer?
I've had less in my life and I have had more, but neither one is what has brought me true joy, contentment. Some of my most creative days, were when I was poorer. On the other hand, having more money was really nice. I enjoyed not worrying about paying bills. But I was both happy and sad, tired and stressed, etc. Spiders make webs in mansions as well as shacks.
Wanting not only includes material things, but relationships, fame and even substances. All which we crave to fill ourselves...to make us happy.
Look around you, at wealthy people, at the famous at people who used substances to bring peace and contentment to their hearts. Does it work? Ha...of course not.
Define contentment: "Contentment" seems realistically defined as "enjoyment of whatever may be desired." That definition is realistic because the more contented an individual or community becomes the less extreme so more acceptable their desires will be.
Contentment is not about what you HAVE but what your WANT.
Are you content? If not, then your desires are wrong. Ha, bold statement I know, but...it's not mine. I'm just repeating it. Psalms 37:4 says: Delight thyself also in the LORD: and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.
When I was a new Christian I believed that God would give me all that I desired if I delighted in him. I soon realized that was not what this verse meant. Let me say it simply...If we find our delight in God...our desires will change. We will no longer desire with lust new material things, relationships or substances to fulfill us. God will fulfill us. It's not that we can't have what we desire...we just desire the wrong things.
I wrote a drama once that depicted a young girl. She was lonely and thought a relationship would make her happy. She got a boyfriend, but... that didn't fulfill her. So she got married and then of course...she was not content. So she had a baby. Ugh...well we all know married people and parents that are still lonely, still wanting, still not content. We all see rich people who are miserable. So, we know that what this world has to offer...does not fill us up. These are the desires that leave us empty!
This is a great time of year to ask yourself...What do you desire? Are you content? The things of this world can be wonderful, exciting and fulfilling, but they can never feed the eternal soul that God created.
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Ugh!
My truck has a trunk door that closes with a push of a button.
However, I chose to close it manually. Right on my head!
After going through my usual pain language of ouchshhhhhes, I received
a text message from my husband proclaiming his love and wishing me a
wonderful day.
I returned his text with a very thankful response because of the
traumatic occurrence I had just suffered through. To which he
replied...
Should have used the blonde's close button.
:O
However, I chose to close it manually. Right on my head!
After going through my usual pain language of ouchshhhhhes, I received
a text message from my husband proclaiming his love and wishing me a
wonderful day.
I returned his text with a very thankful response because of the
traumatic occurrence I had just suffered through. To which he
replied...
Should have used the blonde's close button.
:O
Tuesday, September 27, 2011
If you give a blonde a Neti Pot...
I have had a cold for over a week and still have the headache, congestion etc. Don't believe I have an infection, but thought that I would try the Neti Pot thing that everyone brags about.
First mistake...thinking that I could do it myself without buying a Neti Pot or solution. I filled up a squirt bottle with lukewarm water and a pinch of salt. Leaned over the sink and began what I thought would be a simple task.
As I squirted the salt water through one nostril, the first thing that I felt was stinging! I jumped around doing the "o" dance. You know, where you hold the ailing body part and dance around saying "oh, oh, oh!" After composing myself I began again. This time it shot down my throat. I had read not to swallow, but to blow it back out my nose. Blowing back out my nose caused more stinging, more dancing and consequently choking from the solution running down my throat. Not to mention running down the front of me and on to the floor. The choking then caused me to get asthma. So, I'm blowing, sucking, swallowing, coughing and wheezing...along with the dance.
Wiped my nose, used my inhaler and went to work...with a headache, leaky nose and the "Original Neti Pot" on my grocery list.
First mistake...thinking that I could do it myself without buying a Neti Pot or solution. I filled up a squirt bottle with lukewarm water and a pinch of salt. Leaned over the sink and began what I thought would be a simple task.
As I squirted the salt water through one nostril, the first thing that I felt was stinging! I jumped around doing the "o" dance. You know, where you hold the ailing body part and dance around saying "oh, oh, oh!" After composing myself I began again. This time it shot down my throat. I had read not to swallow, but to blow it back out my nose. Blowing back out my nose caused more stinging, more dancing and consequently choking from the solution running down my throat. Not to mention running down the front of me and on to the floor. The choking then caused me to get asthma. So, I'm blowing, sucking, swallowing, coughing and wheezing...along with the dance.
Wiped my nose, used my inhaler and went to work...with a headache, leaky nose and the "Original Neti Pot" on my grocery list.
Saturday, September 24, 2011
No Cold Medicine Required
So you got my back
My father lent me a hand
A cat got my tongue
Someone is pulling my leg
Someone else is twisting my arm
My Mom has her eye on me
But I do have a good head on my shoulders
Even though it might be half way up a gift horse's mouth
But here are my concerns
If I get a leg up and everyone is pulling the other one, then I land on my non existent back, cuz you got it.
Although I have eyes for Richie...I have 3 now, thanks to Mom
Not to mention that with 3 hands, I have lots of choices which one to give a "hand out".
The other two will be on the keyboard trying to communicate since
The cat got my tongue
Oh wait, one arm is being twisted o nooooooos!
This isn't a very attractive look on my good head sitting on my shoulders
Moral: Next time someone says they got your back....retrieve it and run!
Oh I know...this will all go in one ear... and out the other
Dedicated to my Mom's cliches and my Dad's kookie way of taking things literal. Love you!
My father lent me a hand
A cat got my tongue
Someone is pulling my leg
Someone else is twisting my arm
My Mom has her eye on me
But I do have a good head on my shoulders
Even though it might be half way up a gift horse's mouth
But here are my concerns
If I get a leg up and everyone is pulling the other one, then I land on my non existent back, cuz you got it.
Although I have eyes for Richie...I have 3 now, thanks to Mom
Not to mention that with 3 hands, I have lots of choices which one to give a "hand out".
The other two will be on the keyboard trying to communicate since
The cat got my tongue
Oh wait, one arm is being twisted o nooooooos!
This isn't a very attractive look on my good head sitting on my shoulders
Moral: Next time someone says they got your back....retrieve it and run!
Oh I know...this will all go in one ear... and out the other
Dedicated to my Mom's cliches and my Dad's kookie way of taking things literal. Love you!
Friday, September 23, 2011
Mommy Moments
OK, I am not and never have been a "perfect" Mom. I am however an experienced Mom. What this means is that I have had, and still do have many children, ages 13 through 28 years of age. I have made, and will still make many mistakes. Plus, I have children that span a large age range, so...I have experience with different ages also. This Experience does not make me so much smarter than everyone else, but this is experience that I would love to share with others.
I am a big proponent of women teaching other women. I have always watched and listened to other women for advice and answers to problems. Most of what I could share with you would be advice that I also learned from older more experienced Moms. That being said, I would like to share, from time to time, some really practical advice about being a Mommy. Hopefully, what I share will be helpful. I was also thinking that I wish I had done this years ago with my first child; so that, any time after, I could just tell the offending child to "go read my blog." :) ha ha ha
So today, I want to talk about something very practical that will help with a lot of unnecessary arguments between the kids: My older kids used to call "shotgun!", as they went to the car. Most of you know, this meant that they got the front seat. The problem with this system was that Shane was always quicker, so I had to tell Shane that is was Sean's turn and then I was the policeman of the front seat situation.
Any time that you can eliminate yourself from being a referee between your kids the better. So, my husband (not a older wiser woman/mommy, but...very wise), had a great idea: Our two younger kids have birth dates that are odd and even. So, on odd days, Josh gets the front seat and on even days, Ashlee does. This is awesome for these two espescially, because we share custody and we can't always be around to referee their arguments. They have adapted to this very well and we never have an argument about who rides in front. We also use this system to keep track of who's turn it is to do dishes and who's turn it is to empty the trash.
So, that's my Mommy Moment for today. Tons more coming soon!
Please tell us all if you have a great system also. Would love to hear from you!
I am a big proponent of women teaching other women. I have always watched and listened to other women for advice and answers to problems. Most of what I could share with you would be advice that I also learned from older more experienced Moms. That being said, I would like to share, from time to time, some really practical advice about being a Mommy. Hopefully, what I share will be helpful. I was also thinking that I wish I had done this years ago with my first child; so that, any time after, I could just tell the offending child to "go read my blog." :) ha ha ha
So today, I want to talk about something very practical that will help with a lot of unnecessary arguments between the kids: My older kids used to call "shotgun!", as they went to the car. Most of you know, this meant that they got the front seat. The problem with this system was that Shane was always quicker, so I had to tell Shane that is was Sean's turn and then I was the policeman of the front seat situation.
Any time that you can eliminate yourself from being a referee between your kids the better. So, my husband (not a older wiser woman/mommy, but...very wise), had a great idea: Our two younger kids have birth dates that are odd and even. So, on odd days, Josh gets the front seat and on even days, Ashlee does. This is awesome for these two espescially, because we share custody and we can't always be around to referee their arguments. They have adapted to this very well and we never have an argument about who rides in front. We also use this system to keep track of who's turn it is to do dishes and who's turn it is to empty the trash.
So, that's my Mommy Moment for today. Tons more coming soon!
Please tell us all if you have a great system also. Would love to hear from you!
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Duh
I'm taking cold medicine and well...it makes me a little scattered. So, needless to say, haven't thought of a thing to write a post about.
Some of the the things that have been going through my head are...Who has two heads? If two heads are better than one. I guess conjoined twins might, but...pretty sure they don't think that it's better. One head has to want to get away from the other head, at least once in awhile. And, if the early bird gets the worm, there are still a lot of worms left, not to worry. If all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, then I am Jack's wasted life. he he he
OK, so enough of my profound thoughts.
I'm so glad we had this time together
Just to have a laugh or sing a song
seems we just get started
then before you know it
comes the time we have to say
So long
Goodnight everybody!
Some of the the things that have been going through my head are...Who has two heads? If two heads are better than one. I guess conjoined twins might, but...pretty sure they don't think that it's better. One head has to want to get away from the other head, at least once in awhile. And, if the early bird gets the worm, there are still a lot of worms left, not to worry. If all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, then I am Jack's wasted life. he he he
OK, so enough of my profound thoughts.
I'm so glad we had this time together
Just to have a laugh or sing a song
seems we just get started
then before you know it
comes the time we have to say
So long
Goodnight everybody!
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Happy Birthday Avery!
Until I had a child, I had no idea how much I would love this baby, nor what it felt like to be a Mom. Likewise, with being a Grandma. Yesterday was Avery's 1st Birthday. I wanted to put it words what it means to be a grandma, since no one could give me a really precise idea of it, when I was looking forward to Avery's birth. Well, now I know. Now I know why no one could really put it in words. There aren't any.
There are somethings in life that only experience can teach you. I don't believe you can ever know how it feels to be a grandparent, until you are one. Just as you can never know a parent's love until you are a parent. I know, I know that there might be some of you out there that might be offended by my comments. I have wonderful friends that do not have children. I can't imagine how you have dealt with this. But, I stand by my opinion that just as you cannot know what it's like to have a child, I don't know what it would be like if I hadn't had any. Does this make sense?
Some knowledge can only be attained by experience. Little side note: Be careful when you feel critical of someone, if you have not walked in their shoes. You never know how you're going to handle something unless you are faced with it. Then and only then can you give good counsel and/or criticism.
OK...back to being a Grandma. I was talking with a Grandpa the other day. He was talking about his grandchildren and I was talking about mine. I paused and he said "I know...he has your heart." THAT, is the best that I can do, at describing how it feels. Avery has my heart. I get tears in my eyes just typing that.
Yesterday I went to see him on his Birthday. I love the way he smiles when he sees me. I got on my hands and knees and chased him around the house. He laughed, screamed with excitement, gave me slobbery kisses and hugs. This has to be what Heaven is like. he he he
Happy Birthday Avery, my heart, my grandson. I love you!
There are somethings in life that only experience can teach you. I don't believe you can ever know how it feels to be a grandparent, until you are one. Just as you can never know a parent's love until you are a parent. I know, I know that there might be some of you out there that might be offended by my comments. I have wonderful friends that do not have children. I can't imagine how you have dealt with this. But, I stand by my opinion that just as you cannot know what it's like to have a child, I don't know what it would be like if I hadn't had any. Does this make sense?
Some knowledge can only be attained by experience. Little side note: Be careful when you feel critical of someone, if you have not walked in their shoes. You never know how you're going to handle something unless you are faced with it. Then and only then can you give good counsel and/or criticism.
OK...back to being a Grandma. I was talking with a Grandpa the other day. He was talking about his grandchildren and I was talking about mine. I paused and he said "I know...he has your heart." THAT, is the best that I can do, at describing how it feels. Avery has my heart. I get tears in my eyes just typing that.
Yesterday I went to see him on his Birthday. I love the way he smiles when he sees me. I got on my hands and knees and chased him around the house. He laughed, screamed with excitement, gave me slobbery kisses and hugs. This has to be what Heaven is like. he he he
Happy Birthday Avery, my heart, my grandson. I love you!
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Favorite Things Part II Makeup
One of my daughters requested that I talk about makeup. I love makeup! I'm kind of an artsy creative kind of person, so for me makeup is just another medium and my face is the canvas. Needless to say, when I first started creating on my face...I made some horrible mistakes. :0
I never really asked my Mom permission to start doing things. I just started when my older sister Jeanie did. lol I know she hated that, but...we were loyal to each other. Mom was pretty busy with life and really didn't seem to notice that I looked like a common prostitute. Ha...just kidding. I never looked common. :)
So...Jeanie worked on Mom for a couple of years for permission to wear makeup and I just started when she did. My first attempt was eye shadow. I picked a light gray that washed my eyes out completely. But I thought...I was pretty. Then one day at church camp, I watched an older girl put on mascara. It was called something magic and I really thought it was. As soon as I got home, I got some of that magic stuff that makes your eyelashes longer.
There was an older girl in my church who I thought was the most beautiful girl I'd ever seen and I wanted to be just like her! Her name was Mikelle B. So, the moment came for me to sport my new magic mascara and Mikelle, noticed me. I didn't think she even knew I excited. She stopped dead in her tracks and said "You have pretty eyes.) I thought I was going to faint. I swore that moment that I would never be caught dead without mascara. If I were stranded on a desert Island and I could only have one thing...It would be mascara.
From there it was looking at magazines or other girls, copying their looks until I found mine. At least until a few years past and I realized that you had to keep finding your look because styles change. But...it's still fun. It still feels like art and I love experimenting.
So, here are the makeup products that I love. Realize, I'm not that picky. What works for me, works for me and there might be something totally different that works for you. We are all unique. Keep in mind that I have dry to normal skin, I'm 50, medium complexion and light eyes.
Foundation: I've tried the age defying stuff, but most of the time, it feels greasy and sweats off quickly. The foundation that I use the most is...
It has the coverage that I like, a little spf, and just seems to do what I want, which is even my skin tone.
Next I use cover up. I have one red scar in between my eyebrows that makes me look Indian, which I don't mind, but...it's really not dark enough to look authentic, so...must be covered. I also have circles under my eyes because I'm old and have 5 kids. :)
I like two different cover ups for different reasons, but they are both from Benifit cosmetics. The first one covers the touch stuff better, but will accentuate any lines.
Love, love, love this stuff. The light seems to be too light for me and the medium, too dark. So..I buy both and mix. They last forever, so...don't worry about the price.
The second one is called Erase Paste Really does what it says and is much creamier. Well worth the money and again, will last forever!
While I'm on the subject of Benefit cosmetics, want to mention a few more amazing products. I love their
Powderflage I never put powder around my eyes, cuz..I think it dries your skin out, but this stuff is amazing. It diffuses the light and takes years off of your appearance. I suppose young women have no need for this product, but...for us oldies...isn't awesome!
Another wonderful product that Benefit has is That Gal, face primer. Really holds your makeup on longer and makes it look smoother.
Benefit has a bunch of fun products and everything if packaged...just like a girl would love. Very pretty. You can find them online or at Sephora. Check them out and have a blast with their cute little names for everything.
Ok...where were we. Blush. Ugh...I still have not found a blush that I swear by. Always buying something new when my old one is finished. If you have any hints... please share. They are usually too dark, too light or too iridescent. And...I have never been able to use a cream...seems to come right off. :(
Face Powder: Here again, no all time favorite. I prefer a loose powder, but carry a compact for those touch up moments.
Lipstick: love the long time wear ones. My favorite one is:
Covergirl Outlast Double lip Shine. I love being able to kiss my kids and grandson, without leaving lipstick on them. This one also has a shine to it, so, it appears smoother, creamier. Also like this...
You can find this brand at Target. I love everything I have tried from this brand. They have fun stuff and great fragrances. This lip gloss actually makes your lips tingle and suppose to make them look larger. Not sure about the larger claim, but...still love it!
Eye shadow: It use to be that you could not get a good pigment from over the counter, but...they have improved enormously. And, buying eye shadow at Target or Walmart
Eye liner: Anything that is soft. I don't like the pencils that pull on my eyes. Make sure the color you choose it not too dark for you or you might look kind of cheap. Waahaha! I also use eye shadow for liner with a damp eye liner brush.
Mascara: used the magic stuff for years, but switched a couple of years ago to
Well, can't think of anything else, but...if I do, I'll write about it later. Please let me know about your favorite products and ask me any questions if you have them.
Happy painting!
I never really asked my Mom permission to start doing things. I just started when my older sister Jeanie did. lol I know she hated that, but...we were loyal to each other. Mom was pretty busy with life and really didn't seem to notice that I looked like a common prostitute. Ha...just kidding. I never looked common. :)
So...Jeanie worked on Mom for a couple of years for permission to wear makeup and I just started when she did. My first attempt was eye shadow. I picked a light gray that washed my eyes out completely. But I thought...I was pretty. Then one day at church camp, I watched an older girl put on mascara. It was called something magic and I really thought it was. As soon as I got home, I got some of that magic stuff that makes your eyelashes longer.
There was an older girl in my church who I thought was the most beautiful girl I'd ever seen and I wanted to be just like her! Her name was Mikelle B. So, the moment came for me to sport my new magic mascara and Mikelle, noticed me. I didn't think she even knew I excited. She stopped dead in her tracks and said "You have pretty eyes.) I thought I was going to faint. I swore that moment that I would never be caught dead without mascara. If I were stranded on a desert Island and I could only have one thing...It would be mascara.
From there it was looking at magazines or other girls, copying their looks until I found mine. At least until a few years past and I realized that you had to keep finding your look because styles change. But...it's still fun. It still feels like art and I love experimenting.
So, here are the makeup products that I love. Realize, I'm not that picky. What works for me, works for me and there might be something totally different that works for you. We are all unique. Keep in mind that I have dry to normal skin, I'm 50, medium complexion and light eyes.
Foundation: I've tried the age defying stuff, but most of the time, it feels greasy and sweats off quickly. The foundation that I use the most is...
It has the coverage that I like, a little spf, and just seems to do what I want, which is even my skin tone. Next I use cover up. I have one red scar in between my eyebrows that makes me look Indian, which I don't mind, but...it's really not dark enough to look authentic, so...must be covered. I also have circles under my eyes because I'm old and have 5 kids. :)
I like two different cover ups for different reasons, but they are both from Benifit cosmetics. The first one covers the touch stuff better, but will accentuate any lines.
Love, love, love this stuff. The light seems to be too light for me and the medium, too dark. So..I buy both and mix. They last forever, so...don't worry about the price.The second one is called Erase Paste Really does what it says and is much creamier. Well worth the money and again, will last forever!
While I'm on the subject of Benefit cosmetics, want to mention a few more amazing products. I love their
Powderflage I never put powder around my eyes, cuz..I think it dries your skin out, but this stuff is amazing. It diffuses the light and takes years off of your appearance. I suppose young women have no need for this product, but...for us oldies...isn't awesome!
Another wonderful product that Benefit has is That Gal, face primer. Really holds your makeup on longer and makes it look smoother.
Benefit has a bunch of fun products and everything if packaged...just like a girl would love. Very pretty. You can find them online or at Sephora. Check them out and have a blast with their cute little names for everything.
Ok...where were we. Blush. Ugh...I still have not found a blush that I swear by. Always buying something new when my old one is finished. If you have any hints... please share. They are usually too dark, too light or too iridescent. And...I have never been able to use a cream...seems to come right off. :(
Face Powder: Here again, no all time favorite. I prefer a loose powder, but carry a compact for those touch up moments.
Lipstick: love the long time wear ones. My favorite one is:
Covergirl Outlast Double lip Shine. I love being able to kiss my kids and grandson, without leaving lipstick on them. This one also has a shine to it, so, it appears smoother, creamier. Also like this...You can find this brand at Target. I love everything I have tried from this brand. They have fun stuff and great fragrances. This lip gloss actually makes your lips tingle and suppose to make them look larger. Not sure about the larger claim, but...still love it!
Eye shadow: It use to be that you could not get a good pigment from over the counter, but...they have improved enormously. And, buying eye shadow at Target or Walmart
Eye liner: Anything that is soft. I don't like the pencils that pull on my eyes. Make sure the color you choose it not too dark for you or you might look kind of cheap. Waahaha! I also use eye shadow for liner with a damp eye liner brush.
Mascara: used the magic stuff for years, but switched a couple of years ago to
Cover Girl Lash Exact Mascara, Very Black
It goes on thicker, so I don't have to spend as much time putting on layers. I also use water proof, because I cry a lot. Ha!Well, can't think of anything else, but...if I do, I'll write about it later. Please let me know about your favorite products and ask me any questions if you have them.
Happy painting!
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Cheaters
I always follow the rules. Well, most of the time.
I went to McDonalds to get a good nutritious breakfast. ;) When I arrived, there was a little line. I pulled into the line. (following the rules) The lady behind me decided that her time was much more valuable then the rest of ours, so...she pulled around me and went to the second line. She did not take into consideration that the rest of us would do the same, when the line moved up. There is a reason there is a solid white line. (rules) Anyway, I didn't have time to get out of my car, knock on her window and challenge her to a dance off, so...I took the high road and blew it off.
Just so happend that God rewarded me and I got the speaker before her. I spouted my order off promptly. One, because I knew exactly what I wanted. One sausage mcmuffin and Lg diet coke. An order well thought out because a sausage mcmuffin will stay with me for aproximately 6 hours which will allow me to clean 2 houses without needing to be refueled. And number two reason for ordering quickly....I wanted to beat the CHEATER!!!! Which I did.
But...the cheater decided to advance in front of me to pay and pick up her food, even though I was done ordering first. Ugh...she beat me again! So, I did the Christian thing and once again refrained from a throw down.
The score was now 2 to 1. She was in the lead. After paying and picking up my well planned out breakfast, I drove off. A bit down the road I opened my bag to find that there were two hash browns enclosed! O my...I got the other ladies breakfast! Because I had ordered first, but she went to pick up first, they got our breakfasts mixed up. She got my well planned out treat and I got her hash browns.
It took me a minute, but then the elation began to come over me. This skinny female dog, cheater who probably can't eat meat...got what was coming to her! I started singing praise songs and giggling at the thought of the inconvenience it was causing her and how she deserved it. etc. (oh stop....I know you feel like that sometimes, too) I was so wrapped up in my triumph that it took a second to realize that I was going to have to eat her hash browns. My well planned breakfast had turned into a carb fest with little or no nutritional value.
Oh well...it was worth it!
Moral to the story: Cheaters are also carb eaters and that's probably what makes them act like female dogs.
Whaa ha ha ha ha!
I went to McDonalds to get a good nutritious breakfast. ;) When I arrived, there was a little line. I pulled into the line. (following the rules) The lady behind me decided that her time was much more valuable then the rest of ours, so...she pulled around me and went to the second line. She did not take into consideration that the rest of us would do the same, when the line moved up. There is a reason there is a solid white line. (rules) Anyway, I didn't have time to get out of my car, knock on her window and challenge her to a dance off, so...I took the high road and blew it off.
Just so happend that God rewarded me and I got the speaker before her. I spouted my order off promptly. One, because I knew exactly what I wanted. One sausage mcmuffin and Lg diet coke. An order well thought out because a sausage mcmuffin will stay with me for aproximately 6 hours which will allow me to clean 2 houses without needing to be refueled. And number two reason for ordering quickly....I wanted to beat the CHEATER!!!! Which I did.
But...the cheater decided to advance in front of me to pay and pick up her food, even though I was done ordering first. Ugh...she beat me again! So, I did the Christian thing and once again refrained from a throw down.
The score was now 2 to 1. She was in the lead. After paying and picking up my well planned out breakfast, I drove off. A bit down the road I opened my bag to find that there were two hash browns enclosed! O my...I got the other ladies breakfast! Because I had ordered first, but she went to pick up first, they got our breakfasts mixed up. She got my well planned out treat and I got her hash browns.
It took me a minute, but then the elation began to come over me. This skinny female dog, cheater who probably can't eat meat...got what was coming to her! I started singing praise songs and giggling at the thought of the inconvenience it was causing her and how she deserved it. etc. (oh stop....I know you feel like that sometimes, too) I was so wrapped up in my triumph that it took a second to realize that I was going to have to eat her hash browns. My well planned breakfast had turned into a carb fest with little or no nutritional value.
Oh well...it was worth it!
Moral to the story: Cheaters are also carb eaters and that's probably what makes them act like female dogs.
Whaa ha ha ha ha!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Happy Days
OK, here's 13-30
Happy, happy, happy etc.
he he he
So...I'm bored with this subject. Not that I'm not happy, but...it's seems that I'm a pretty boring person. The same things make me happy, over and over and over! Maybe that makes me simple. ugh...let's not think about that. :)
My Mom and Dad are opposites, complete...nothing alike kind of people. Well...they gave me that! I'm a sort of yin yang. I'm artsy and fun...like my Mom and responsible and structured like my Dad! This, for the most part has me arguing with myself on a regular basis. You can have when your chores are done...kind of thing.
The creative side got bored with the happy posts, because she felt like she was being told what to do. She wanted the freedom to write whatever came to her mind. Now the "I must follow the orders" side of me said "no way, you can't stop. You said you were going to do 30 days." The fun side then argued that she wasn't the one that said that in the first place. The arguing went on for a while. ;)
The Artsy Fartsy side won! So...the happy posts are over and now "we" can move on. Woo Hoo!
So, here's a random happening: I laid down to take a nap. (I know, awesome cushy life that I have) My dog jumped on the bed and I thought...no big deal. I was almost asleep when she crept up and licked me on the lips! ewwwww! Now this was no little thing! How was I ever supposed to sleep knowing that at any moment...my dog might be licking my lips! And...what if I'm sleeping with my mouth open!?!?!?!?
My naps will never be the same. All this time, I thought Richie was a very affectionate husband!
Happy, happy, happy etc.
he he he
So...I'm bored with this subject. Not that I'm not happy, but...it's seems that I'm a pretty boring person. The same things make me happy, over and over and over! Maybe that makes me simple. ugh...let's not think about that. :)
My Mom and Dad are opposites, complete...nothing alike kind of people. Well...they gave me that! I'm a sort of yin yang. I'm artsy and fun...like my Mom and responsible and structured like my Dad! This, for the most part has me arguing with myself on a regular basis. You can have when your chores are done...kind of thing.
The creative side got bored with the happy posts, because she felt like she was being told what to do. She wanted the freedom to write whatever came to her mind. Now the "I must follow the orders" side of me said "no way, you can't stop. You said you were going to do 30 days." The fun side then argued that she wasn't the one that said that in the first place. The arguing went on for a while. ;)
The Artsy Fartsy side won! So...the happy posts are over and now "we" can move on. Woo Hoo!
So, here's a random happening: I laid down to take a nap. (I know, awesome cushy life that I have) My dog jumped on the bed and I thought...no big deal. I was almost asleep when she crept up and licked me on the lips! ewwwww! Now this was no little thing! How was I ever supposed to sleep knowing that at any moment...my dog might be licking my lips! And...what if I'm sleeping with my mouth open!?!?!?!?
My naps will never be the same. All this time, I thought Richie was a very affectionate husband!
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Happy Day #12
Was thinking today about how we generally never appreciate things until we lose them. Oh we remember to say I love you to the ones that we adore, we remember to appreciate life and love, but...it's the little things we sometimes ignore. Our health, our jobs, the sunshine, flowers, quiet time, etc.
When you have a flu or cold...remember how full of life you feel when you get well! It's amazing. But, right before you got sick...you were complaining of not having enough energy. Ha! See what I mean? Sometimes, it takes worse things to happen, before you appreciate the life you have at the moment.
So...do we walk around not seeing the good things, only destined to be hit with tougher times?
Yeah, maybe. he he he
Of course not. We try to see beyond our circumstances everyday. We strive to remember the past when we weren't as well, when we were stuck in a snow storm or hurricane. Remembering the this too shall pass. Leaning on truth that is bigger than us.
Living outside of right now. Looking at the good, learning from the sad, bad or horrible.
When you have a flu or cold...remember how full of life you feel when you get well! It's amazing. But, right before you got sick...you were complaining of not having enough energy. Ha! See what I mean? Sometimes, it takes worse things to happen, before you appreciate the life you have at the moment.
So...do we walk around not seeing the good things, only destined to be hit with tougher times?
Yeah, maybe. he he he
Of course not. We try to see beyond our circumstances everyday. We strive to remember the past when we weren't as well, when we were stuck in a snow storm or hurricane. Remembering the this too shall pass. Leaning on truth that is bigger than us.
Living outside of right now. Looking at the good, learning from the sad, bad or horrible.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Happy Day #11
Today was a busy day, full of work and errands, but I did smile.
I smiled about the sunshine.
Air-conditioning in my truck
No horrible surprises
Time alone with Ashlee
Taking with Jeanie and knowing she is feeling better!
The sound of crickets outside and
The thought of the trees turning colors soon.
Now, going to sleep will make me happy.
Goodnight everyone!
--
Sheryl
sherylbriggs@gmail.com
I smiled about the sunshine.
Air-conditioning in my truck
No horrible surprises
Time alone with Ashlee
Taking with Jeanie and knowing she is feeling better!
The sound of crickets outside and
The thought of the trees turning colors soon.
Now, going to sleep will make me happy.
Goodnight everyone!
--
Sheryl
sherylbriggs@gmail.com
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Happy Day #10
My attention span is very short and I'm already getting a little tire of this subject. Let me know if you are as bored as I am.
Today was a very average day. Get kids off to school, go to work, come home, dinner, dishes, laundry etc.
What make me happy about an average day?
Having kids
Having a job
Having my husband cook dinner! Yay!
Kids that help with dishes and trash
And, well...I guess having clothes to wear.
But, most of all...having a day that is maybe normal, somewhat boring, but...has no drama! I'm happy I have a home that is peaceful and where people love me and think I'm funny. I love not walking on egg shells...sort of speak. I have a good home and hope I never take that for granted. :)
Today was a very average day. Get kids off to school, go to work, come home, dinner, dishes, laundry etc.
What make me happy about an average day?
Having kids
Having a job
Having my husband cook dinner! Yay!
Kids that help with dishes and trash
And, well...I guess having clothes to wear.
But, most of all...having a day that is maybe normal, somewhat boring, but...has no drama! I'm happy I have a home that is peaceful and where people love me and think I'm funny. I love not walking on egg shells...sort of speak. I have a good home and hope I never take that for granted. :)
Monday, August 22, 2011
Happy Day #9
OK...Thought I would try posting from email. If it works, then I will be able to blog from my phone.
Sheryl
Today was Monday! I'm assuming most people dislike Mondays, but I love them. It's a clean slate with the possibility of wonderful moments and lot of things accomplished. It's the possibility of being a more perfect person, of laughing and loving more. Of course at the end of the week, there might be memories of crying or tragedy, but on Monday...you have a new chance for amazing things to happen!
My Monday was not necessarily amazing, but...I had some smile moments. Here's my list of Happy:
1. sleeping as late as I wanted to, 8am
2. waking up to two dogs who crack me up, because they are so mentally challenged
3. having no unexpected problems at work
4. laughing with/at a friend of mine, who we'll call Charlie Brown. He was all mumbly and grumbly and well...that makes me laugh.
5. getting some yard work done before total exhaustion. :)
6. now, quiet evening to start a new book
PS. Hope you like your paint, Ash! ;)
Sheryl
Happy Day # 6,7 & 8
Ha...got a little behind. :( One of my daughters text me last night and asked if I have nothing to be happy about anymore. lol Truth is...I was having such a wonderful weekend that I didn't take the time to get on the computer. What a shame, right?! he he he
So, quickly before I'm off to work...here's the run down:
Friday: Happiness is...
Having the day off.
Spending hours with Avery...making him laugh so hard! He's such a cutie!
Looking at paint chips. (I know, it sounds lame, but...I like colors and paint and creating something new)
Saturday:
Sleeping in!
Going to the most fabulous restaurant I've ever been to. The food was amazing! We tried the chefs tasting menu which was small portions of 5 different dishes. Here's what we had:
My husband:
bacon wrapped quail with forbidden rice caramelized oyster mushrooms and cherries
heirloom tomato salad with basil pesto, olive puree' and feta *(tie: My favorite of the night)
sauteed sea scallops with cauliflower couscous Chanterelle escabeche
pan roasted eye of rib-eye with sweet corn souffle and corn succotash and huitlacoche mole'
chocolate torte with blue berry sauce and chocolate lemon ice cream *(tie My favorite of the night)
Me:
house made potato gnocchi with Shitake mushrooms, leek and shaved parmesan
king crab salad with hearts of palm, watercress in palm sugar lime vinaigrette
grilled mahi-mahi with jasmine rice, shrimp, squash blossoms and black garlic *(Sheryl's favorite of the night)
8 hour pork roast with green onion risotto, jaliscan pico de gallo and natural pan sauce
berries and fruit tart with lemon curd and blackberry sorbet
I love surprises and every time they brought out a dish, it was like getting a present!
I can't wait to go again, but...have to save our money. :)
We went for our 9th Anniversary and that is something big to smile about! I can't believe how fast it has went.
Sunday: Sunday's are always wonderful, but...add in that I got to play some poker and well...that's a big smile. :)
I'm also a big fan of quality time and this weekend was so fulfilling. I desperately needed some alone time with my hubby and that gave me the emotional strength to start this week off with a bang!
Got to go!
So, quickly before I'm off to work...here's the run down:
Friday: Happiness is...
Having the day off.
Spending hours with Avery...making him laugh so hard! He's such a cutie!
Looking at paint chips. (I know, it sounds lame, but...I like colors and paint and creating something new)
Saturday:
Sleeping in!
Going to the most fabulous restaurant I've ever been to. The food was amazing! We tried the chefs tasting menu which was small portions of 5 different dishes. Here's what we had:
My husband:
bacon wrapped quail with forbidden rice caramelized oyster mushrooms and cherries
heirloom tomato salad with basil pesto, olive puree' and feta *(tie: My favorite of the night)
sauteed sea scallops with cauliflower couscous Chanterelle escabeche
pan roasted eye of rib-eye with sweet corn souffle and corn succotash and huitlacoche mole'
chocolate torte with blue berry sauce and chocolate lemon ice cream *(tie My favorite of the night)
Me:
house made potato gnocchi with Shitake mushrooms, leek and shaved parmesan
king crab salad with hearts of palm, watercress in palm sugar lime vinaigrette
grilled mahi-mahi with jasmine rice, shrimp, squash blossoms and black garlic *(Sheryl's favorite of the night)
8 hour pork roast with green onion risotto, jaliscan pico de gallo and natural pan sauce
berries and fruit tart with lemon curd and blackberry sorbet
I love surprises and every time they brought out a dish, it was like getting a present!
I can't wait to go again, but...have to save our money. :)
We went for our 9th Anniversary and that is something big to smile about! I can't believe how fast it has went.
Sunday: Sunday's are always wonderful, but...add in that I got to play some poker and well...that's a big smile. :)
I'm also a big fan of quality time and this weekend was so fulfilling. I desperately needed some alone time with my hubby and that gave me the emotional strength to start this week off with a bang!
Got to go!
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Happy Day Snag
When I started this, I wanted to just post those random things that make me smile. I didn't want to list the all the things that have brought me joy in my life. I mean, we can always think of things to be thankful for, but I wanted to concentrate on the little things that we often over look.
Today was a tough. I had a difficult time seeing the little things because I had so much on my mind. I started praying that God would help me see things to be happy about and then God, well...lets just say that God would not let me by with that. He wanted to re-teach something He has taught me a million times.
Don't let the cares of this world consume you, take you away from the important. Cast all your cares on me!
I guess I have a thick head, because I can't tell you how many times I have had to come back to this truth, but not until I get stress out.
No matter what goes on in my life...God is in control. He can work it out. I just have to lay it down at His feet. He wants me to see the little things and enjoy life. He is bigger than any problem I will have.
Lets see how long I remember this time. Ha!
Today was a tough. I had a difficult time seeing the little things because I had so much on my mind. I started praying that God would help me see things to be happy about and then God, well...lets just say that God would not let me by with that. He wanted to re-teach something He has taught me a million times.
Don't let the cares of this world consume you, take you away from the important. Cast all your cares on me!
I guess I have a thick head, because I can't tell you how many times I have had to come back to this truth, but not until I get stress out.
No matter what goes on in my life...God is in control. He can work it out. I just have to lay it down at His feet. He wants me to see the little things and enjoy life. He is bigger than any problem I will have.
Lets see how long I remember this time. Ha!
Happy Day #5
Missed posting yesterday, things got crazy, but I did write some things down during the day.
1. Happiness is...kids getting themselves up for school, on their own.
2. Love sitting on the porch with Lady (dog), watching the kids while they wait on their buses.
3. Smiled and laughed a lot with Ashley.
4. Jim Lee gave us cookies! Yum
Funny thing about a stressful day...there are still moments that make you smile. :)
1. Happiness is...kids getting themselves up for school, on their own.
2. Love sitting on the porch with Lady (dog), watching the kids while they wait on their buses.
3. Smiled and laughed a lot with Ashley.
4. Jim Lee gave us cookies! Yum
Funny thing about a stressful day...there are still moments that make you smile. :)
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Happy Day #4
It's my 9th Wedding Anniversary today and that's something to be happy about. I also have never lived in one place for nine years in my whole adult life and THAT is awesome!
Had a great talk with Susan and we solved the worlds problems.
Had some time alone to do some Yoga.
And...my husband said some really nice things on Google +, which brings me backing to singing, Bubbly!
Monday, August 15, 2011
Happy Day #3
Happy today came in the way of structure. Loved that the kids went back to school. Now we can have bed times and wake up the same time each morning. Yay!
Saw Ashley today!
Visited with Diana, while cuddling Avery.
Happy that I still have all my sisters and my parents.
Thank you Lord!
Saw Ashley today!
Visited with Diana, while cuddling Avery.
Happy that I still have all my sisters and my parents.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Happy Day #2
Things that make me smile:
Smell of Roast in oven when I awake
Coffee
Dog snoring like a hibernating bear
Hiring my house painted (looks so pretty)
Praising God with music
Getting a great big hug from Avery
Seeing Sarah
Making husband smile
Watching Sunday afternoon movies
Taking Sunday afternoon nap
School starts tomorrow
:)
Smell of Roast in oven when I awake
Coffee
Dog snoring like a hibernating bear
Hiring my house painted (looks so pretty)
Praising God with music
Getting a great big hug from Avery
Seeing Sarah
Making husband smile
Watching Sunday afternoon movies
Taking Sunday afternoon nap
School starts tomorrow
:)
Saturday, August 13, 2011
Happy Day 1
OK... I was listening to the song Happy, by one of my favorite poetic bands. It's a song about contentment. Well at least that is my interpretation. So, I got this idea. I go through my day and think of many things that make me happy, but rarely share my thoughts. So I came up with an awesome idea. For the next 30 days, I'm going to share my happy moments. Hopefully this will cause any readers that I have to also think of their life more positive and have more contentment. With every bad or difficult thing in life, there is always something to be grateful for.
Today, day #1:
I was happy to accomplish some house cleaning and organizing.
Happy to see my kids when they first woke up.
Happy to take a nap.
Happy that the day is almost over and I can relax and have a fun evening with my family.
Sunshine!
Today, day #1:
I was happy to accomplish some house cleaning and organizing.
Happy to see my kids when they first woke up.
Happy to take a nap.
Happy that the day is almost over and I can relax and have a fun evening with my family.
Sunshine!
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Few of my Favorite Things...
I love products! Cleaning products, health and beauty...all of it. When I find a good product, it takes a lot to persuade me that there is something better. Like Cascade, for instance. There have been times that I have tried something cheaper, only to be very disappointed. I also hate spending money on something that disappoints me. That is why I thought that Id share some of my favorite products from time to time, so...I might be able to save someone some money. And...was hoping that you would share also.
I'm going to start with the non gender stuff, so I don't bore my male readers to death. When I get to the girly stuff, they can leave the page, or at least say they did. ;)
Cleaning Products:
I clean houses for my job, so...I've tried a lot of cleaning products. Here's my take on them.
Yes, you can clean most anything with water, vinegar and baking soda. But...It takes more time and more elbow grease. So, if your time is worth more than your money, here's the stuff you'll enjoy.
Kitchens: If you have a white sink, nothing works better than Commit cleanser to get the scratches out, de-grease and disinfect. You can use anything on your stainless, but I like to finish with a swipe of
It makes the sink shine and look brand new. You can also use the spray and paper towel, but don't buy a cheaper brand! I also use this on stainless steel appliances and buff with an old diaper or T-shirt.
If your stove is really dirty, spray with Windex and let it sit for a while. The ammonia will loosen the yuck. I also use Windex on windows and mirrors, of course. I've heard that you can make your own Windex, but...if the ratios are not just right...it will streak and frustrate you to death! There are some cheaper brands that work also, but a lot that don't.
Counter tops. Basically you want to clean and disinfect. So, really depends on the type of counter that you have. Best to use what the manufacturer recommends. Here are some things I like: Granite, I clean with water and then spray with Windex to make it shine. After a few cleanings, I will use furniture polish. The polish doesn't stay on very long with all the use in the kitchen, but...it's pretty. Laminate, I would use something like 409, Mr. Clean (diluted) or Clorox Clean up (for stains). There is also a fabulous counter top cleaner from Mrs. Meyers. I love the Basil scent. It makes the whole kitchen smell wonderful and looks good on granite or any solid surface. Just a little luxury item to brighten your day. :)
Bathrooms:
I use Mr. Clean at home because it's a good all around cleaning. Cuts through soap scum and doesn't cost too much. On the other hand, you have to dilute it and put it in a spray bottle and is a little more work. There are plenty good bathroom cleaners, but...look for the ones that cut soap scum and DON'T include bleach! Don't get me wrong, bleach has its purpose. It just doesn't need to be sprayed all over the bathroom while you're breathing in all the air in a small little space. I keep Clorox Clean up on hand for that occasional mildew issue. I don't mind that bleach in toilet bowl cleaners, but toilet bowel cleaners are pretty much
uni-taskers and I prefer using multi-taskers. Mr. Clean or any other cleaner does a fine job on your toilets. If you want a product that smells awesome, try this one.
Dusting: I use an ostrich feather duster on nick knacks, pictures, furniture and objects. You can find a great one at Target. They have natural oils in them and they get into nooks and crannies. I will then use furniture polish on wood furniture, but...only when it looks dry.
OK...if I missed something, just ask. Now on to health and Beauty. Don't leave yet Dad...I got some foot stuff for you!
1. Heeltastic
I have very dry skin and this stuff is fantastic! Makes my feet feel like a baby's bottom. It doesn't have the greatest smell, but I suppose that is so men will use it too. It runs around $10 and well worth the price.
2. I get corns occasionally from wearing shoes that rub my pinky toe into the toe next to it, that has no name. Very sad for him. If he were a finger, he would be a "ring" finger! But, no...he's a toe, without a name, unless you want to say the toe that had no roast beef. I'm getting sidetracked. Back to the subject. This product is awesome for any hurting toes. They make these in several different brands and prices. This price is not bad since you can cut the tubes and make several. Also, you can wear them several times, depending on how stinky your feet get. So...they are much more economical than buying those stick on pads. I would not suggest wearing them with open toed shoes, tough. Kind of tacky.
3. For those times you want powder, but don't want to smell like a baby...
This stuff does the job and doesn't smell too strong. I think Walmart also has a generic that compares to this and is just as great.
4. Lotions. I usually switch around a bunch, but...the name brand ones also work so much better. Usually I find plenty on the clearance isles at Target or CVS. I scoop them all up, so..I always have plenty.
5. A while back my hair started falling out and I started using Pantene's Beautiful Lengths. I noticed less hair falling out, after just two weeks.
I also started taking GNC's
Love this stuff also! I noticed a big difference in my skin also. I've heard it helps acne, but...don't know about that. I just notice that my hair, skin and nails look healthier.
OK...attention span is spent. Got to let this end. I'm sure I will think of more things in the future. Let me know your favorite products. I would love to try them!
I'm going to start with the non gender stuff, so I don't bore my male readers to death. When I get to the girly stuff, they can leave the page, or at least say they did. ;)
Cleaning Products:
I clean houses for my job, so...I've tried a lot of cleaning products. Here's my take on them.
Yes, you can clean most anything with water, vinegar and baking soda. But...It takes more time and more elbow grease. So, if your time is worth more than your money, here's the stuff you'll enjoy.
Kitchens: If you have a white sink, nothing works better than Commit cleanser to get the scratches out, de-grease and disinfect. You can use anything on your stainless, but I like to finish with a swipe of
It makes the sink shine and look brand new. You can also use the spray and paper towel, but don't buy a cheaper brand! I also use this on stainless steel appliances and buff with an old diaper or T-shirt.If your stove is really dirty, spray with Windex and let it sit for a while. The ammonia will loosen the yuck. I also use Windex on windows and mirrors, of course. I've heard that you can make your own Windex, but...if the ratios are not just right...it will streak and frustrate you to death! There are some cheaper brands that work also, but a lot that don't.
Counter tops. Basically you want to clean and disinfect. So, really depends on the type of counter that you have. Best to use what the manufacturer recommends. Here are some things I like: Granite, I clean with water and then spray with Windex to make it shine. After a few cleanings, I will use furniture polish. The polish doesn't stay on very long with all the use in the kitchen, but...it's pretty. Laminate, I would use something like 409, Mr. Clean (diluted) or Clorox Clean up (for stains). There is also a fabulous counter top cleaner from Mrs. Meyers. I love the Basil scent. It makes the whole kitchen smell wonderful and looks good on granite or any solid surface. Just a little luxury item to brighten your day. :)
Bathrooms:
I use Mr. Clean at home because it's a good all around cleaning. Cuts through soap scum and doesn't cost too much. On the other hand, you have to dilute it and put it in a spray bottle and is a little more work. There are plenty good bathroom cleaners, but...look for the ones that cut soap scum and DON'T include bleach! Don't get me wrong, bleach has its purpose. It just doesn't need to be sprayed all over the bathroom while you're breathing in all the air in a small little space. I keep Clorox Clean up on hand for that occasional mildew issue. I don't mind that bleach in toilet bowl cleaners, but toilet bowel cleaners are pretty much
uni-taskers and I prefer using multi-taskers. Mr. Clean or any other cleaner does a fine job on your toilets. If you want a product that smells awesome, try this one.
Dusting: I use an ostrich feather duster on nick knacks, pictures, furniture and objects. You can find a great one at Target. They have natural oils in them and they get into nooks and crannies. I will then use furniture polish on wood furniture, but...only when it looks dry.
OK...if I missed something, just ask. Now on to health and Beauty. Don't leave yet Dad...I got some foot stuff for you!
1. Heeltastic
I have very dry skin and this stuff is fantastic! Makes my feet feel like a baby's bottom. It doesn't have the greatest smell, but I suppose that is so men will use it too. It runs around $10 and well worth the price.
2. I get corns occasionally from wearing shoes that rub my pinky toe into the toe next to it, that has no name. Very sad for him. If he were a finger, he would be a "ring" finger! But, no...he's a toe, without a name, unless you want to say the toe that had no roast beef. I'm getting sidetracked. Back to the subject. This product is awesome for any hurting toes. They make these in several different brands and prices. This price is not bad since you can cut the tubes and make several. Also, you can wear them several times, depending on how stinky your feet get. So...they are much more economical than buying those stick on pads. I would not suggest wearing them with open toed shoes, tough. Kind of tacky.
3. For those times you want powder, but don't want to smell like a baby...
This stuff does the job and doesn't smell too strong. I think Walmart also has a generic that compares to this and is just as great.4. Lotions. I usually switch around a bunch, but...the name brand ones also work so much better. Usually I find plenty on the clearance isles at Target or CVS. I scoop them all up, so..I always have plenty.
5. A while back my hair started falling out and I started using Pantene's Beautiful Lengths. I noticed less hair falling out, after just two weeks.
I also started taking GNC's
Love this stuff also! I noticed a big difference in my skin also. I've heard it helps acne, but...don't know about that. I just notice that my hair, skin and nails look healthier.OK...attention span is spent. Got to let this end. I'm sure I will think of more things in the future. Let me know your favorite products. I would love to try them!
Monday, August 8, 2011
Yesterday/Today/Tomorrow
Yesterday, I took my daughter, to Kindergarten. I took my video camera to of course record this special moment and hopefully never forget. My eyes swelled up with tears, because my baby was growing up.
Today...she moved out. And I was right, my baby grew up overnight! My eyes swell up all over again. How can time go so fast? Where does it go?
Of course it wasn't actually yesterday, but years. But, that doesn't make it feel any longer. What is 20 years, compared to eternity? Is there ever enough time?
Do I make time count? What is my life worth?
I wonder if my Mom asked these questions...or her Mom.
Was it just yesterday that I went to went to Kindergarten?
Time is such an enigma. Our days sometimes seem like eternity, but our years fly by.
The little things of life seem to rob of us the important things.
When tomorrow comes, will I be content with my life? Will I have used my time wisely?
Am I happy today, about yesterday?
Are you?
Monday, August 1, 2011
A visit from Grandma
The following is an reenactment of what goes through Avery's head, the day that Grandma comes to visit.
Ah, morning
Hungry
Don't change me!
Eat
That's funny!
Eat more
That's funny!
Mommy's funny!
Don't clean me!
Play
Play
That's funny!
That's really funny!
Play
laugh, laugh, laugh
Don't make me nap!
Second morning
Grandma!
Don't change me!
She's funny
Hug, hug, hug
Food!
She's funny
Bananas!
She's really funny!
She loves me!
More food, please
Let me down!
No, don't clean me!
Grandma
Dancing
Cruising
Don't get me!
Get me!
That's funny
She's funny
Grandma loves me!
I love her!
Bye Bye
Ah, morning
Hungry
Don't change me!
Eat
That's funny!
Eat more
That's funny!
Mommy's funny!
Don't clean me!
Play
Play
That's funny!
That's really funny!
Play
laugh, laugh, laugh
Don't make me nap!
Second morning
Grandma!
Don't change me!
She's funny
Hug, hug, hug
Food!
She's funny
Bananas!
She's really funny!
She loves me!
More food, please
Let me down!
No, don't clean me!
Grandma
Dancing
Cruising
Don't get me!
Get me!
That's funny
She's funny
Grandma loves me!
I love her!
Bye Bye
Thursday, July 21, 2011
My Hands
My hands show my age.
My hands show all the dishes that I've washed, all the bathrooms I've cleaned.
My hands have planted flowers and dug vegetable gardens.
My hands have built bedrooms and bathrooms. Dry walled and tiled, plumbing and electrical.
My hand held my Mom's hand, while sitting in church.
Holding my Dad's while praying.
My hands held the hand of my miscarried baby and the hand of my grandma who was soon to die.
They've sewn wedding dresses and baby clothes.
My hands have held the hands of my newborn babies.
Wiped their noses, faces, chins and butts; all the while trying to hold on to them, forever.
My hands have played the piano and turned the pages for my kids.
My hands have held little hands as we crossed a street together.
My hands have wiped away tears and soothed a child who was hurt or ill.
They have comforted a husband who was under stress.
My hands have touched the face of my first Grandson.
And the face of my husband who is now a Grandpa.
My hands show all these and many more.
Age, time, work, love and joy.
All in my life, all on my hands.
My hands show all the dishes that I've washed, all the bathrooms I've cleaned.
My hands have planted flowers and dug vegetable gardens.
My hands have built bedrooms and bathrooms. Dry walled and tiled, plumbing and electrical.
My hand held my Mom's hand, while sitting in church.
Holding my Dad's while praying.
My hands held the hand of my miscarried baby and the hand of my grandma who was soon to die.
They've sewn wedding dresses and baby clothes.
My hands have held the hands of my newborn babies.
Wiped their noses, faces, chins and butts; all the while trying to hold on to them, forever.
My hands have played the piano and turned the pages for my kids.
My hands have held little hands as we crossed a street together.
My hands have wiped away tears and soothed a child who was hurt or ill.
They have comforted a husband who was under stress.
My hands have touched the face of my first Grandson.
And the face of my husband who is now a Grandpa.
My hands show all these and many more.
Age, time, work, love and joy.
All in my life, all on my hands.
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Scars
Pain that doesn't dictate your participation, but summons you.
You decide whether to feel the pain or abstain.
A story you tell, another person's life...if you want it to be.
We are not captive to our emotional scars. In contrast, they are captive to us.
We use them to learn, teach and remind ourselves.
They are one of many experiences in life that make us the person we are.
We either use them for good, or let them destroy us.
You decide whether to feel the pain or abstain.
A story you tell, another person's life...if you want it to be.
We are not captive to our emotional scars. In contrast, they are captive to us.
We use them to learn, teach and remind ourselves.
They are one of many experiences in life that make us the person we are.
We either use them for good, or let them destroy us.
Saturday, July 16, 2011
How to leave a comment
Several of my readers have mentioned that they are having trouble leaving a comment on my blog. Part of the problem might be because they do not have a Google account like I do. I'm such a big fan of Google, that I never thought about someone not having an account. Ha! So, I changed my settings to include anonymous accounts. Which means that you can click on that, if you want anonymity or just don't want to go through another account. I also am including a little YouTube video that goes through the steps of leaving a comment on Blogger. Hope this helps! Enjoy!
Tell me how to do it!!!
PS: you must click on the green "tell me how to do it", to go to the video.
Also: You don't have to go to the blog that they mention in the beginning, you can try it out on this blog. :)
Tell me how to do it!!!
PS: you must click on the green "tell me how to do it", to go to the video.
Also: You don't have to go to the blog that they mention in the beginning, you can try it out on this blog. :)
Friday, July 15, 2011
Much Afraid
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Saturday, June 18, 2011
Daddy's Little Girl
I have an awesome Dad! Most girls believe their Dad is wonderful, but I truly had the best! Was I Daddy's little girl? Who knows. I'm not even sure if the women population of the this world, have figured out what that phrase really means. We all seem to have different definitions. We're so complex! :-)
I know this...
I always felt loved, I knew my Dad would die for me if the occasion presented itself and it did sometimes in my dreams. Ha! So, if that makes me Daddy's little girl, then so be it.
One of my fondest memories is sitting outside on a summer evening and watching Dad work on one of our used vehicles. The cicadas would be making their horrible sounds, mosquitoes would be hovering all over me and Dad would be under the car. Sometimes I would lay on my back and get under there with him. He had a light that he would hook on to some random car part and we had our own little hideout. My Dad, generally was a quiet man, however, he loved cars and would somehow find a million words to throw out of his mouth. Listening to my Dad talk about engines and such, sounded like a foreign language to me. He might as well been talking to the cicadas. I really couldn't care less about how to fix a carburetor, but...I listened and asked questions. Why? Because I knew that someday I would want this information? Nah...I just liked spending time with my Dad.
Clearly, I can't tell you anything about a car's engine, but...my Dad was even more productive than that. He taught me about life, love and most importantly, about God. Through his faithfulness to God, he gave me a guide, an example to follow. He taught me how to fish, instead of just feeding me fish. (I'm pretty sure that is a cliche, but...if not, you get what I'm trying to say)
My Dad gave me the greatest gift...he introduced me to a greater Dad, my heavenly Father.
My earthly Father loved me, protected me, guided me, disciplined me and was always there for me. My heavenly Father did the same, only better.
My earthly Father was faithful, humble, kind, giving and wise. My heavenly Father was also...only...only more.
My earthly Father was like an introduction in a book. An earthly example of my heavenly Father. A Father who loves me...I always feel loved and I know that He died for me.
Doesn't that make me Daddy's little girl? You bet!
Saturday, June 11, 2011
What you see, is what you get?
So, most of my Facebook friends know that my husband surprised me with a new car this week! A..mazing! I don't know too many husbands that would ever do that. Maybe on Real Housewives or something and that's only because they are on TV. Or, maybe they're not so real... after all. Nah. ;)
My experience with men has been that he gets the new car and I get his old one, or he gets the new phone, I get his old one, etc. But, Richie is different and in a good way, not the "weird, trying to be nice by saying different," kind of way. Ha...I crack me up!
Anyway, it was a wonderful surprise and I have enjoyed the comforts of it all week. Thank you baby!
It got me to thinking though. (I know...watch out!)
For a while now I've been feeling unappreciated, unnoticed etc. All those emotions that we get when we are focusing on ourselves too much. All the while, Richie was planning to give me a wonderful surprise. So, while he was loving me enormously, I was wallowing in my self pity. How deceived I was. Deceived by what, you might ask?
By what I saw with my eyes.
Our eyes can deceive us, if we only believe what we see. Real truth is bigger than that. Beyond what we see, or any of our senses. Truth is beyond what we think or feel, beyond our intellect and comprehension. Truth is something only God knows entirely.
Corrie Ten Boom is an amazing woman who went through enormous difficulties in life. After her Holocaust experience, she wrote books and spoke about her experiences. While she was telling of the atrocities she lived through, she worked on needlework. At the end of her speech she would hold up the backside, which was just a jumble of colors and threads with no discernible pattern and she'd say, "That's how we see our lives. Sometimes it makes no sense." Then she would turn the needlepoint over to reveal the finished side and would conclude by saying, "This is how God views your life, and someday we will have the privilege of seeing it from his point of view."
I'll leave you with one of my favorite verses, 1 Corinthians 13:12
For now we see through a glass, darkly; but then face to face: now I know in part; but then shall I know even as also I am known.
Friday, June 3, 2011
New Room
Ashlee's room was lime green with hot pink accents. It was her awesome room when she was eight years old. At almost 15, it was kind of childlike. So, I set out to give her a more grown up look, but something that went with her, her style. I chose a color scheme of salmon and cream and aqua, then added lots of bling! Here are some of the details that I think made the room really cool.
Because I had some stick on flowers, I had to do a light border at the top, so the flowers would show up with the correct colors. I did a semi gloss first and then painted a pearl metallic over it. I tried to blend the colors, so it was not a complete opaque line between the salmon and cream. Then I sprayed glue and blew glitter on the border. That was a learning lesson. I learned that when you blow glitter from a container...most of it comes back on your face. :0 I had so much glitter on my face...it was hysterical. Missed the photo moment though. I just wanted to get it out of my nose. Ashley Lorraine was the only one that saw me, but later told me that she thought she was dreaming, since I woke her up to look at my glitterness. So...I guess in her dreams, I'm a fairy. :)
Speaking of Ashley and glitter...When she was oh, about 4, she got very mad at one of her brothers. When I inquired as to the source of her anger, she said "Sean's a glitter bug!" Of course she was trying to say litter bug. Only Ashley can make even littering, sound beautiful!
OK...back to the room. After the glitter, I added the bling. Mostly round glass pieces, but there are some sticker mirror rhinestones, also.
I wish the glitter was showing up better, but...use your imagination.
I spelled Ashlee's name with the salmon colored glass baubles. She loved that part!
This is the frame of her mirror. I painted it with the same cream semi gloss and then sprinkled glitter on it while it was still wet.
I bought an inexpensive drawer divider. They were cheaper than the ones that you purchase for makeup and just the same function. I then glued the glass baubles to it.
This is her dry erase board. We glued the baubles to magnets.
We also glued them to the tips of her peg board and to the screw that I hung her picture from.
So, that's it. Took me several months of planning and dreaming and a weekend to paint. Ashlee loves it! And THAT, makes it worth all the work! :)
Hope this inspires you to create something!
Speaking of Ashley and glitter...When she was oh, about 4, she got very mad at one of her brothers. When I inquired as to the source of her anger, she said "Sean's a glitter bug!" Of course she was trying to say litter bug. Only Ashley can make even littering, sound beautiful!
OK...back to the room. After the glitter, I added the bling. Mostly round glass pieces, but there are some sticker mirror rhinestones, also.
This is her dry erase board. We glued the baubles to magnets.
Hope this inspires you to create something!
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