Awwwwww.......that just makes my heart melt. These are the things that matter most in your life.
I love you too Hayden! (Sorry the picture is sideways......but it does work the kinks out of your neck looking at it)
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Things that make you go awww......
There is absolutely nothing that makes you smile more than a 4 year old looking across the table and tells you "I love you".
Awwwwww.......that just makes my heart melt. These are the things that matter most in your life.
I love you too Hayden! (Sorry the picture is sideways......but it does work the kinks out of your neck looking at it)
Awwwwww.......that just makes my heart melt. These are the things that matter most in your life.
I love you too Hayden! (Sorry the picture is sideways......but it does work the kinks out of your neck looking at it)
Monday, November 28, 2011
Uh Oh.....I got the fever
the Christmas FEVER!
The last few years have just really been ho hum. Part of it is because the people that I lived with didn't really care if the house was decorated or if there was anything resembling Christmas spririt anywhere's near them. Or then again, maybe they just said that.
Anyways.........I'm excited for it and I think this year I am going to make it BIG!
I have bought a couple of Christmas presents and I really am excited to decorate the house this year. In fact, I talked to the eldest son tonight and told him I need him to get all the stuff down so I can decorate. My husband is closing 5 nights this week.......so since I have a lot of time by myself -- guess I'll decorate!
We'll be having our next Family Dinner around the 15th of the month -- so I want to have the house decorated and I have some other "secrets" planned for that party. I really miss having little kids around and all the excitement that resembles Christmas.
So watch out family......we are having a BIG Christmas at this house this year whether you like it or not. No bah humbugs here!
Ha ha.....I'll keep you posted!
The last few years have just really been ho hum. Part of it is because the people that I lived with didn't really care if the house was decorated or if there was anything resembling Christmas spririt anywhere's near them. Or then again, maybe they just said that.
Anyways.........I'm excited for it and I think this year I am going to make it BIG!
I have bought a couple of Christmas presents and I really am excited to decorate the house this year. In fact, I talked to the eldest son tonight and told him I need him to get all the stuff down so I can decorate. My husband is closing 5 nights this week.......so since I have a lot of time by myself -- guess I'll decorate!
We'll be having our next Family Dinner around the 15th of the month -- so I want to have the house decorated and I have some other "secrets" planned for that party. I really miss having little kids around and all the excitement that resembles Christmas.
So watch out family......we are having a BIG Christmas at this house this year whether you like it or not. No bah humbugs here!
Ha ha.....I'll keep you posted!
Saturday, November 26, 2011
Family Dinner Night: Operation Lasagna
Another fun night of frivolity at our family dinner night. I really wish that we had thought of doing this long before now. It's really fun trying to outdo the previous event. I hope I'm not stressing myself out too much each month trying to plan these things.
This month's events brought out a demonstration of a heavily tattooed guest:
Another notable importance at this event was the addition of 4 new members to our dinner.
It was a little crowded fitting 13 people around a table in the living room, but it's much more fun to have everyone eating together. The menu included Lasagna, Garlic Bread, and Salad. Jessica brought homemade Cherry and Apple pies, which were very yummy!
The evening ended with the ceremonial group picture and the decision of who would bring next month's dessert and what the main course meal would be.
Wait until December's party -- I have all sorts of things planned for a great night!
This month's events brought out a demonstration of a heavily tattooed guest:
Another notable importance at this event was the addition of 4 new members to our dinner.
It was a little crowded fitting 13 people around a table in the living room, but it's much more fun to have everyone eating together. The menu included Lasagna, Garlic Bread, and Salad. Jessica brought homemade Cherry and Apple pies, which were very yummy!
The evening ended with the ceremonial group picture and the decision of who would bring next month's dessert and what the main course meal would be.
Wait until December's party -- I have all sorts of things planned for a great night!
Friday, November 25, 2011
It's the night before Thanksgiving......
and all through the house......
I'm preparing the dinner ..... but first I need soused
After a freshly poured beer and a crappy TV show.....
I'm ready to go after it -- I'm ready to go.....
The veggies need cutting
The bird needs a wash
The dips need a mixing
I need help...oh my gosh!
But I quickly exclaimed as I crammed food out of sight.....
"Happy Thanksgiving to all and I've had a great night!
*P.S. The use of the word "souse" above was used for rhyming purposes only and did not accurately describe the condition of the author.
I'm preparing the dinner ..... but first I need soused
After a freshly poured beer and a crappy TV show.....
I'm ready to go after it -- I'm ready to go.....
The veggies need cutting
The bird needs a wash
The dips need a mixing
I need help...oh my gosh!
But I quickly exclaimed as I crammed food out of sight.....
"Happy Thanksgiving to all and I've had a great night!
*P.S. The use of the word "souse" above was used for rhyming purposes only and did not accurately describe the condition of the author.
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Blessings galore
This is the time of the year when we should reflect on our life and be thankful for all that we have. I have to tell you that I do that all year long. I feel so blessed.
#1 - I am so blessed to have a husband who works so hard for us. This allows me the wonderful freedom of working from the house. I can't tell you how wonderful it is really is to have your own business. Yeah....it's stressful, but there are also so many freedoms that come with it. Added blessing here is my brother coming out to helpfully take some of the workload off my husband and hopefully grow our business and eventually give us more money and freedom to really enjoy some of the things that we really enjoy (like traveling). Meeting Paul was one of best things that ever happened to me and my boys......huge huGE HUGE blessing!
#2 - I am so blessed for my kids. They are so grown up and I just can't believe it. They still are the little boys that I see when I look at them. I am thankful for all that they have accomplished and will enjoy watching them work towards their next goals in life.
#3 - I am blessed to still have my parents. We don't get to see them much -- but always have a fun time when we do get the opportunity to get back to our "hometown". I am also blessed to have a crazy sister and brother-in-law -- who always show us a good time when we come. I seriously enjoy spending time with my mom and sister -- we laugh the entire time and it's great to sit around and talk about the "good old days".
There is of course many, many, many more things that I am blessed with -- but to me these are the 3 most important things.
I am so blessed in a million ways.
#1 - I am so blessed to have a husband who works so hard for us. This allows me the wonderful freedom of working from the house. I can't tell you how wonderful it is really is to have your own business. Yeah....it's stressful, but there are also so many freedoms that come with it. Added blessing here is my brother coming out to helpfully take some of the workload off my husband and hopefully grow our business and eventually give us more money and freedom to really enjoy some of the things that we really enjoy (like traveling). Meeting Paul was one of best things that ever happened to me and my boys......huge huGE HUGE blessing!
#2 - I am so blessed for my kids. They are so grown up and I just can't believe it. They still are the little boys that I see when I look at them. I am thankful for all that they have accomplished and will enjoy watching them work towards their next goals in life.
#3 - I am blessed to still have my parents. We don't get to see them much -- but always have a fun time when we do get the opportunity to get back to our "hometown". I am also blessed to have a crazy sister and brother-in-law -- who always show us a good time when we come. I seriously enjoy spending time with my mom and sister -- we laugh the entire time and it's great to sit around and talk about the "good old days".
There is of course many, many, many more things that I am blessed with -- but to me these are the 3 most important things.
I am so blessed in a million ways.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Highway Mile Markers
As I was sitting here working and entering these boring old numbers, I was letting my mind wander off again.
I was thinking about road trips and when driving down the highway you see the signs for the upcoming cities with their "miles to go". As you approach that city -- it's so familiar in your mind because you've been counting down the miles until you would reach it.
Then as you pass that city, it's time to see what the next highway destination city will be. As you travel on, the last city you went through begins to fade from your mind as you focus on the next one to come. All the little city and town names become so familiar as you continue on that journey. But once you get home, they soon become a distant memory and eventually you can't even remember their names --
It's kind of like that in life. You jump from one major event to another. Always focusing so much on the first one and then once it's past you look ahead to the next one. Whether it's planning a trip, having a family gathering, or even a work deadline that needs to be accomplished -- it still works the same as traveling down that highway.
Interesting.......wonder what it all means? Maybe I need to go on a road trip and do some more research!
I was thinking about road trips and when driving down the highway you see the signs for the upcoming cities with their "miles to go". As you approach that city -- it's so familiar in your mind because you've been counting down the miles until you would reach it.
Then as you pass that city, it's time to see what the next highway destination city will be. As you travel on, the last city you went through begins to fade from your mind as you focus on the next one to come. All the little city and town names become so familiar as you continue on that journey. But once you get home, they soon become a distant memory and eventually you can't even remember their names --
It's kind of like that in life. You jump from one major event to another. Always focusing so much on the first one and then once it's past you look ahead to the next one. Whether it's planning a trip, having a family gathering, or even a work deadline that needs to be accomplished -- it still works the same as traveling down that highway.
Interesting.......wonder what it all means? Maybe I need to go on a road trip and do some more research!
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Being Paul's Wife
The last blog I wrote centered around all the changes that come from getting older and the kids moving out.
One sentance that I included was "changing from a Mom into Paul's wife".
After talking with my own mom today, I really thought more about that statement.
What a huge transition it was from being a mom to changing into somebody's wife.
Being a mom means sacrificing everything:
*Making sure that you take little portions on your plate so that there is enough for everyone else.
*Always being available for every single phone call and handling every emergency that they can throw at you.
*Making sure that everyone always has an ample supply of underwear, socks, and clean clothes.
*And so many other things that it would take me an hour to write them down.
But changing into someone's wife is a whole different level.
*Enjoying the quiet moments with each other when it's just the two of you in the house.
*Skipping out and doing something totally spontaneous when one of you is bored and just can't make themselves do necessary work.
*Finding things that you can enjoy together
*Having the ability to devote 100% of your attention to your spouse, because after all -- it's just the two of you now
*Being there to listen to each other, try and help each other when one of you is stressed out, lending a hand and helping out when one is really busy.
I like being a wife -- and the new found fun that we are having.
But I also like being a mother. There is nothing more special than being the FIRST person your child calls when they have exciting news to share or when they have sad news to share (I don't really like that part).
But I do have to say -- it's much more fun to be a wife without all the other obligations that you have when the kids are still around.
Does this make sense?
One sentance that I included was "changing from a Mom into Paul's wife".
After talking with my own mom today, I really thought more about that statement.
What a huge transition it was from being a mom to changing into somebody's wife.
Being a mom means sacrificing everything:
*Making sure that you take little portions on your plate so that there is enough for everyone else.
*Always being available for every single phone call and handling every emergency that they can throw at you.
*Making sure that everyone always has an ample supply of underwear, socks, and clean clothes.
*And so many other things that it would take me an hour to write them down.
But changing into someone's wife is a whole different level.
*Enjoying the quiet moments with each other when it's just the two of you in the house.
*Skipping out and doing something totally spontaneous when one of you is bored and just can't make themselves do necessary work.
*Finding things that you can enjoy together
*Having the ability to devote 100% of your attention to your spouse, because after all -- it's just the two of you now
*Being there to listen to each other, try and help each other when one of you is stressed out, lending a hand and helping out when one is really busy.
I like being a wife -- and the new found fun that we are having.
But I also like being a mother. There is nothing more special than being the FIRST person your child calls when they have exciting news to share or when they have sad news to share (I don't really like that part).
But I do have to say -- it's much more fun to be a wife without all the other obligations that you have when the kids are still around.
Does this make sense?
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Reflecting on changing
I was just thinking about how much things have changed recently. It's been just about a year now that the boys have moved out and we are in the process of changing.
Changing rooms that once belonged to kids into a guest room and an office.
Changing a game room where boys used to gather and play pool, video games, or watch movies into an excercise room.
Changing a house that once held a noisy, busy family into a quiet home with just middle-aged adults.
Changing myself from being a mom to solely committed to being Paul's wife.
Change is good........
Changing rooms that once belonged to kids into a guest room and an office.
Changing a game room where boys used to gather and play pool, video games, or watch movies into an excercise room.
Changing a house that once held a noisy, busy family into a quiet home with just middle-aged adults.
Changing myself from being a mom to solely committed to being Paul's wife.
Change is good........
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
No whining or crying here.....
If you see even a glimpse of me whining and crying about how I didn't get much work done today.......it's because I couldn't help myself.
The storm came rolling through. It got dark. It got loud with the sound of thunder. It was the perfect moment to just stop everything and lay in my bed and read.
I am reading one of the BEST James Patterson books I have ever read. I can't put it down. I'll probably finish it tonight. But.........first we'll be attending trivia tonight.
Wow.....it really is great to be self-employed sometimes.
Here's the book I'm reading......it's awesome!
Saturday, November 12, 2011
**WARNING**.....busy weekend ahead!
Well this is the busy pizza time of the year.....and this year is proving itself to be no different!
Not only are we short-handed due to a shift runner's having a baby, another one got another job and is leaving soon, and all other sorts of oddities that make people not show up as scheduled -- but it's just the busy, busy time of the year. We love it!
But for now I must focus on the task at hand -- which is my weekend. Last weekend was spent mostly on painting some more of the outside of the house. We'll be working on that again next weekend -- just a tiny bit more on the sides and then we don't have to do anything for awhile again (because it's the back of the house and the HOA can't see it).
This weekend my mission is to get Cris' old bedroom cleaned out and maybe starting to look a little like the guest room I want. The "kids" have been gone now for a year and yet we still don't have that one bedroom cleaned out yet. Most of it is going to go in the garbage. A lot of it is going to be boxed up because it's stuff that belongs to them -- I'm just gonna box it up and stick it in storage. I have a entertainment center in that room that I bought at a yard sale a long time ago that I want to paint black. It's permanent home will be in my guest room when I'm finished. I need to shampoo the upstairs carpets. I will also need to paint the new guest room -- but that ain't happening this weekend. Also need to clean up my bedroom and bathroom.
But my avid readers......I also have to get the bank deposits done for PZ. Start getting the rest of the house all spruced up for Thanksgiving and our family dinner (which will be taking place on Nov. 21). Also our new employee is supposed to be here on Nov. 15 and he's probably going to start cracking the whip and getting us in shape. So I'm sure there is going to be some extra workload there. Whew.......I'm tired just writing all these things that need to get done.
So.......as much as writing this blog has been therapeutic and fun -- I have to get busy!
P.S. Oh one other thing I'm looking forward to getting to. Now that the outside of the house is looking beautiful -- I need to do some major landscaping....as in, pulling up shrubs and replanting new ones, buying new front porch furniture (I would love a porch swing...*hint *hint), and weeding, raking, and winter flower planting. **sigh.......wow there is always too much to do.
Not only are we short-handed due to a shift runner's having a baby, another one got another job and is leaving soon, and all other sorts of oddities that make people not show up as scheduled -- but it's just the busy, busy time of the year. We love it!
But for now I must focus on the task at hand -- which is my weekend. Last weekend was spent mostly on painting some more of the outside of the house. We'll be working on that again next weekend -- just a tiny bit more on the sides and then we don't have to do anything for awhile again (because it's the back of the house and the HOA can't see it).
This weekend my mission is to get Cris' old bedroom cleaned out and maybe starting to look a little like the guest room I want. The "kids" have been gone now for a year and yet we still don't have that one bedroom cleaned out yet. Most of it is going to go in the garbage. A lot of it is going to be boxed up because it's stuff that belongs to them -- I'm just gonna box it up and stick it in storage. I have a entertainment center in that room that I bought at a yard sale a long time ago that I want to paint black. It's permanent home will be in my guest room when I'm finished. I need to shampoo the upstairs carpets. I will also need to paint the new guest room -- but that ain't happening this weekend. Also need to clean up my bedroom and bathroom.
But my avid readers......I also have to get the bank deposits done for PZ. Start getting the rest of the house all spruced up for Thanksgiving and our family dinner (which will be taking place on Nov. 21). Also our new employee is supposed to be here on Nov. 15 and he's probably going to start cracking the whip and getting us in shape. So I'm sure there is going to be some extra workload there. Whew.......I'm tired just writing all these things that need to get done.
So.......as much as writing this blog has been therapeutic and fun -- I have to get busy!
P.S. Oh one other thing I'm looking forward to getting to. Now that the outside of the house is looking beautiful -- I need to do some major landscaping....as in, pulling up shrubs and replanting new ones, buying new front porch furniture (I would love a porch swing...*hint *hint), and weeding, raking, and winter flower planting. **sigh.......wow there is always too much to do.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
Personal Confession
My husband has a problem.
He's probably not going to like it that I am discussing it here, but I think it needs to be brought out in the open and that he face up to it.
We've discussed this problem for so long now and it's hard to let him out of my sight (He'll indulge if I'm not around to stop him).
He's addicted to this:
He's probably not going to like it that I am discussing it here, but I think it needs to be brought out in the open and that he face up to it.
We've discussed this problem for so long now and it's hard to let him out of my sight (He'll indulge if I'm not around to stop him).
He's addicted to this:
Yes......the yard sale sign.
Because it leads to this:
The yard sale. He can't pass up the chance to see what other people are getting rid of. If he goes by and doesn't stop at just one yard sale, he might miss some valuable treasure.
In fact, I wasn't even going to take the time to blog today.....but he just called me telling me about some great books that he was looking at in a yard sale on his way to work.
So honey, it's time to admit your problem and your yard sale addiction.
And by the way Paul, you know you are totally laughing about this.....cause you know I'm right!
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Today I don't feel like I conquered the world....
....however, I do feel like I conquered part of my long "has to get done" list (a small part of it)
I managed to get accomplished this weekend: painting 1 1/2 sides of the house, laundry, mopping floors, sweeping, clean up here and there, working on paperwork, and watching the Amazing Race.
I will not list all the things I didn't get accomplished
This week is going to be a busy one: dropping Paul's car off, getting my car inspected, auction, trivia, working at least 2 nights, catching up everything to do payroll, doing payroll, plus all the other unexpected things that will get thrown my way before the week is complete.
Life is busy.....would be nice to slow down just a little.
I managed to get accomplished this weekend: painting 1 1/2 sides of the house, laundry, mopping floors, sweeping, clean up here and there, working on paperwork, and watching the Amazing Race.
I will not list all the things I didn't get accomplished
This week is going to be a busy one: dropping Paul's car off, getting my car inspected, auction, trivia, working at least 2 nights, catching up everything to do payroll, doing payroll, plus all the other unexpected things that will get thrown my way before the week is complete.
Life is busy.....would be nice to slow down just a little.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Long Day = Tired Night
8 hours of painting today.
My old bones are really feeling it tonight, but I have managed to get the kitchen cleaned and get the laundry sorted and started.
I did even manage to make dinner: pot pies and Paul is bringing home a salad. I know it's not gourmet, but it's really all I can manage after all the work we did today.
Got almost 3 sides of the house painted now -- still have to put in a few hours tomorrow to get the 3rd side finished.
Now it's a nice hot shower and some nice comfy jammies. Just waiting for the husband to get home with the salad and then we can eat.
Then I'm laying in bed and just relaxing.
I earned it......I deserve it.
My old bones are really feeling it tonight, but I have managed to get the kitchen cleaned and get the laundry sorted and started.
I did even manage to make dinner: pot pies and Paul is bringing home a salad. I know it's not gourmet, but it's really all I can manage after all the work we did today.
Got almost 3 sides of the house painted now -- still have to put in a few hours tomorrow to get the 3rd side finished.
Now it's a nice hot shower and some nice comfy jammies. Just waiting for the husband to get home with the salad and then we can eat.
Then I'm laying in bed and just relaxing.
I earned it......I deserve it.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Call 911
I need to blog
I need to blog
I need to blog
I can't blog
I can't blog
I can't blog
There's no time to blog
There's no time to blog
There's no time to blog
I seriously think I need some therapy.
But I do feel better.
I need to blog
I need to blog
I can't blog
I can't blog
I can't blog
There's no time to blog
There's no time to blog
There's no time to blog
I seriously think I need some therapy.
But I do feel better.
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