And I Just Can't Hide It...

I have come to the reality that lately, as in the last month, I have been vacation minded. I have been so bad about jumping on the bandwagon in the blogging world, that I have seemed like I have abandoned it.

This past weekend was a great one, but busy I might add. I had to work late Friday night, and the hubster and I hit up the local movie theatre to see Saw VI. Gory, bloody, and scary = just what I like. Don't get me wrong, I love comedies and love stories, but there's nothin' like a movie to put you on the edge of your seat, and in your lover's arms. Needless to say, it was a good movie.

Saturday we had Mike's work over at the house for some yummy burgers and fixin's. I wish I would have gotten some pictures. I was so busy being "Good Wife and Hostess", that I forgot to bring the camera out. We laughed, and laughed, and I must say he is blessed to work with a great bunch that is our age. My hubby did a fabulous job grilling, and thankfully...he ended up being ok after synging the hair of his arms, and face. Yes, I said synging. If only I had a picture to go with this story. I look out the back door, and see my husband and the grill in gulfed in flames, with my husband turnin' burgers like nothin' was going on. Over sized flames on a small grill sitting on a wooden deck + a human being = no good. His hairless arm was the talk of the evening.

After the yummy burgers, we all headed to Death Valley Haunted Woods. I hate places like those, which you would think I would love them considering I love scary movies. No. I hate them. I hate Michael Myers. I hate the chainsaw guys. I hate Freddie Kruger. I hate them all. Luckily, I survived.

Afterwards, the hubby and I decided to head to Buffalo Wild Wings to catch the main event of the UFC fight. I think I was the only one in that place half asleep. I was tired....although I did find a new favorite beverage. It was mighty tasty, but not worth 7 bucks.

Now, the week is here, and it's almost Hump Day. I honestly don't think Sunday can get here fast enough. We are packing the truck and heading to Destin for the week. Mike and I have not been on a vacation since our honeymoon. And even our honeymoon was in Tennessee, which don't get me wrong, I loveddddddddddddddddddd our honeymoon. But I am now ready to get away. Far away. I am excited about seeing his sweet grandparents, and cousins. But I must admit with the excitement of vacation, I have had a mixture of sadness mixed it with it. I won't be spending Thanksgiving with my family this year (our family Thanksgiving is the weekend of the 8th). I promise you this, I will be thinking of everyone while I am away.

Randoms

~ I have a sore on the back of my tongue that I believe is making my throat feel like it is hurting. I pray oh so hard that I am not getting sick.

~ I took a pregnancy test due to some certain signs, and praise the Lord, I am not pregnant. I believe truly, that Mike and I both will know when the right time is to have children. And with me praising God I'm not, if it were to happen, well then we would be thrilled, but as of right now we are trying our best to prevent the happening! :)

~ I am on the search for some new black boots. Perferrably dress and casual. I have been blessed with vulumptious calves, so unfortunately knee high boots do not look all that great on me. I would love to be able to wear them, but I can never get them to zip all the way up!

~ We leave November 1st for Destin. I absolutely cannot wait to go! Mike and I have not taken a vacation somewhere longer than a weekend since our honeymoon that wasn't to Georgia or Kentucky. I am stoked. From what I am researching, the weather during this time is nice during the day but a tad cooler in the evening. Either way, I'm excited.

~ Lastnight when I got home from shopping with the BFF, I put Kaci in these adorable spiderweb pajama's and noticed that she has pulled a chunk out of her tail. It is raw and red. Anyone know why they do this? I have heard 2 things so far...allergies and boredom. I hate seeing that happen, and I hope it doesn't continue.

~ Saturday night, Mike's gang from work is coming over for some burgers, and then for a fun Haunted House outing! Oh joy!

~ Well, as of right now the house is cleaned, lunches are made, and my blog posting is done! I think I'm ready for bed! Hope everyone has a marvelous weekend!!!

Back to Life

Yes, oh yes...I am back, and this here ol' blog of mine has been brought back to life. You see, I got myself a new Blackberry, in which I love, love, love! I thought I was a basic kind of girl, but after getting my hands on one, I was hooked. So, the hubs bought myself and him one. We are look like two peas in a pod. Well, after having my phone go off a million times the first day with email notifications of just JUNK mail, I decided I cwanted to start fresh and create a new email. I never realized what all that would do to a girls life. I had so much I had to notify to get changed on some accounts I needed to still hold on to. So after doing so, I figured how to get my blog up and running. I was pretty upset when I thought my blog had died.

Anyway. Life around here today has been pretty low key. Mike had to work this morning, so I just chilled around the house until he got home, which consisted on Kaci and I heading with him to Lowes to get an air filter for the house.

I'm guessing the whole point to this post is to let you know, that I have slacked for a bit, but I am back in the game! Happy Saturday to all!

'Round Here Randoms

* The most exciting news I have to share is Mike and I have a new niece...Olivia Kate! She is beautiful!! To see pictures, check out my sister's blog, Moments with Mabrey!

* Right now, I have the neighbors little white fluff ball over here! He's precious, and loves to play with Kaci. Needless to say, it's my way of getting Kaci worn out for the evening!

* I honestly have not had much to blog about until Olivia arrived. Nothing as been too exciting in the Thomas household.

* You know you're growing up when you get excited about things like a new wreath for the front door and seasonal decor for the front yard.

* I am so glad to be off tomorrow! Of course I have to work Saturday, but we have Monday off for Columbus day. Ahhh, the life of Bankers. And it's nice, because since my Lovey is a banker..he's off too.

* Have I mentioned I have a new beautiful niece??

* One of my BFFS, is getting married this coming weekend. I'm so happy for her! They are honeymooning in Miami, Fl....ahhh, how wonderful.

* Speaking of Florida...I am counting down the days till our Destin Vacation. I hate that we won't be at our early Family Thanksgiving...but this is few and far between for Mike and I. I'm so stoked...we are so stoked, more like it.

* The Titans....what's their deal?? Jax Jaguars are killing us!!!

* Friday night, we headed to Maggiano's down town with some great friends of ours. It was so delicious, and I have to say...it is now my all time favorite resturant. Hands Down.

* I love lazy Sundays with my Husband. I love him, and although he can drive me absolutely nuts, I don't know what I would do without him.

* With that...I'm gonna go find him. :)

Paw Prints.

The past few days have been pretty wild, and different. I would say I am I pretty straight-laced kind of person. I'm not spontaneous by no means...I have to have a plan of action or it drives me crazy, and you get a regular ol' freak out session. Yesterday I did something totally out of my realm. Something that looking back, was pretty stupid. But, I was blessed in more ways that one. If anyone knows me, they could very easily see that I am a dog lover. I "ooh and awwww" at just about any breed. Lately, I have brought up to the husband of how bad I wanted a playmate for Kaci. A second dog that could keep her company when she's here during the day and what not. Browsing through Craigslist, I decide to check out the lost and found. There I find a listing for "Small Lap Dog Found". I contact the lady and converse back and forth throughout the day on details of what had happened. She stated that she had found this small dog on the side of the road, took him in, but unfortunately had to leave to go out of town and could not keep him. She didn't want to take him to the shelter because they would put him down. She said she had taken him to the vet, and every thing looked to be fine other than being malnourished. So, from then on, a soft spot formed for this little puppy. I meet her after work at the Chic-Fa-Let in Rivergate and pick up the pitiful little puppy. He was skin and bones, and pretty much looking like he could die any second. Very lethargic, and zoned out. I immediately take him to a local vet, and there they say that he is approximately 8 yrs old (determining my looking at his teeth), he has a faint heart murmur, he's malnourished, still intact (not neutered), and on top of that, needing to be vaccinated. There I am in tears sitting in the vets office. My heart was crushed thinkin' what this poor little guy had been through. The whole evening, my head is spinning. None of the shelters were open considering it was after hours. The animal control would not take him in because I pretty much took him in my own care, so now he was considered my own pet. I never thought before picking this little guy up, what I would do with having Kaci. I couldn't have him near her, just in case he had some strange things going on. Instead, I called my FIL, and he gave us a wire cage to put on the back deck. The whole night, all I heard was it crying...was he crying because he was starving? Probably. Was he crying because he wanted some love and attention? No doubt. This morning I woke up with a headache from hell, pretty much. I called every no-kill shelter known to man in this area. Unfortunately, since there are only very few around here, there were atleast 3 mth waiting lists. Praise God, Mike got off work early and was able to come home and do some research. Praise God, he found a shelter in Franklin. They told him to bring the little guy in, and they would see what they could do. They welcomed him with loving arms, and placed "Buddy" in a foster home they use. I now know that this little guy came in my life for a reason. He was taken off the streets, where God only knows what could happen and placed in a home where all he would receive was love and care. This little guy made me realize just how lucky I am to have a sweet, healthy puppy waiting for me to play. I know animals are animals...but they have souls too. Let's just say, Buddy left paw prints on not only my heart, but my husbands heart too.



This was taken right before Mike gave him away. :(

Random Kind of Sunday

+ As of right now...I'm feeling pretty yucky. Not sick or anything of that nature, just kind of blah. I hate when the weekends consist of really doing nothing except a few things here and there. Yes, sometimes those are nice, but when it consists of watching football, being on the computer 90% of the time and then eating...I start to feel insanely guilty of not getting out and doing something active.

+ I love my husband with all my heart, but sometimes he just plain out gets on my nerves! ((Like at the moment when he is repeating his favorite sentence, "Feed it"...as in reference to my addiction of blogging.

+ I went to Wal-Mart to grab a few things, and when I got home...I opened the car door, and the gallon of milk I bought slammed to the driveway. Talking about wanting to cry over spilled milk!

+ Am I ready for another work week??

+ We found out today that Mike's cousin, Matt...him and his wife are expecting a new baby! This is their first, so please pray! :)

+ Kaci's new hair-do has grown on me...some.

+ We had Taco's tonight...I don't know why we don't have those more often! It's so easy. The longest part is cookin' the meat!

+ Today I froze my account at Sun Tan City. :( Although I quit months and months ago in the tanning beds, I really enjoyed their spray tans (the Versa). Now, I'm officially a whitey.

+ I have officially decided I LOVVVVVVVEEEEEEE Eric Church. I do believe more than Kenny baby Chesney. Now that has to say somethin'!! winks.

Hope everyone has a wonderful week!!

Chili and Garlic Chex Mix

Tonight, we are having a few friends, and Mike's brother, Nick over for the Ohio State game! Of course we have to have some snacks for game time! I made the famous Buffalo Chicken Dip and this new recipe I found last minute (my chocolate for Puppy Chow mix didn't turn out, and this was on the side of the box! :))! I hope it's a hit...seemed yummy when I tried it!




1 bag (3 oz) fat-free butter-flavor microwave popcorn, popped
1/4 cup dry-roasted peanuts
3 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons chili powder

1. Heat oven to 300°F. In very large bowl, mix cereal, popcorn and peanuts. Drizzle with oil; toss until evenly coated.
2. In small bowl, mix remaining ingredients; sprinkle over cereal mixture. Toss until evenly coated. Spread cereal mixture in ungreased large roasting pan.
3. Bake uncovered 15 minutes, stirring once. Spread on waxed paper to cool, about 10 minutes. Store in airtight container.
**I must say though, I did not add the peanuts and popcorn in it.**

B is for Butchered

Thursday afternoon, I decided to make Kaci a appointment with the groomers. Besides having a puppy cut when she was younger, she had never had a full blown grooming experience. I loved when Petsmart did her Puppycut. She did well, and looked nice, and it only took 2 hours if that. Unfortunately, there isn't a Petsmart (that I know of) that is around Hendersonville or Gallatin that was convenient to take her to while I was at work. So, I took her to a groomer in Hendersonville that I had found online, and had 5 star reviews, and a plus was..it was located 2 blocks up from where I work. So, Friday morning I hauled her to the groomers...got there at approximately 7:30. ((Oh, and I will keep the place nameless due to several unmentionable reasons)) Explaining to them several thoughts and facts such as 1. Kaci has allergies (she's on meds) so any sort of fancy shampoo they may have planned on using they might want to rethink it 2. Behind her ears, she had a matted clump that needed to be cut out 3. This was pretty much her first "real" grooming experience and 4. Keep her look the same, just trim up some of her thick areas. And I made sure to emphasize trim quite a few times. Thinking she would be ready around 1:00 considering that's what time I told her I would like to pick her up since we live 20 mins away, I didn't recieve a phonecall till around 5:30ish stating she would be ready by 6. WHAT THE HEC!!??!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know I should have called and asked what was going on to begin with, but knowing that she said she would call when she was ready, I didn't want to rush the lady and get her to do a crappy job on her. When I pick her up, Kaci's still standing on the table being chopped away at. She still looks cute, but like a totally different dog...so not what I explained to her I wanted. I know it's hair, and it will grow back, but seriously?? She butchered her hair!! She might as well have shaved her!

For those who have seen her know what she looked like...but I will post a picture anyway...
Before:

After:


See how choppy she looks?? And where her matted areas were behind her ears, are now holes of shaved hair? Let's just say she will not be going back again!

OH...And just so everyone knows...we have decided that sweet Kaci was never a MaltiPom to begin with...she looks to much like an American Eskimo. :)

Back with Randoms

-To all my many peeps that read my blog (yeah right), I do apologize for being MIA with my postings. For awhile there, I was blogging everyday, sometimes twice a day...but lately, I have been in a blogging rut. But I am back!
-Thank God for fights. Yes, I said the "f" word. Mike and I had a fight the other night...and it was probably the worst one ever. I'm not one to air our dirty laundry out for the world to see (or read), so the details will remain private...but ever since then...things have been great. It's like sometimes I believe a good fight can bring you back to reality. Thank goodness for the man I married, and for what he makes me want to be.
-This week @ work has seriously been draining. You ask "why are you up blogging away at 11:30 at night??" I haven't a clue. I can't go to sleep. If I lay down, I just toss and turn.
-Mike and I are looking for a playmate for Kaci. Well, actually it's me looking for a playmate for Kaci, but eventually when I find the right one, I believe I will finally be able to say "we".
-Why is it when driving home, I had a whole list of things to blog about, and now when it comes time to type away, I am having the hardest time?
-I need some major work done to this head of hair. It's bad. I need to get a good cut, and color...that will last.
-I have come to realize that the community of Hendersonville, loves McDonald's. Why that is?? I haven't a clue. But as I sit at work in the drive-thru...it is always busy. Crazy that that one location is considered a million dollar store. (I have my ways of knowing this).
-I have some crazy coughs tonight. Aweful.
-As of right now, we are counting down the days to our precious Olivia Kate! If we are anxious, I know the proud parents (Amber and David) are excited!! :)
-There is this girl who sits out in her driveway pretty much in the middle of the yard, and stares at the passing cars. Her sitting there has become such a normal thing to see everyday, that to my Hubs and I...she is known as "my friend". If I go without seeing her for a couple of days, I begin to get concerned...which leads to my Hubs asking about her. Strange that she has no clue she comes up in our family's evening conversations.
-I know tomorrow I will be regretting this late night blogging.
-Ugh.
-Time for bed.
-Good night! :)

Sat.

The Hubster came to me Thursday night with an idea. He said,"Why don't we have an us night tomorrow night?" My reply..."Isn't everynight usually an us night?" ((((I think that response wasn't the one he was hoping for.))) It was really sweet. Unfortunately, our us night got moved to today. Last night, we met up with his new co-workers at a Bowling Alley in Nashville. It was a blast. I really think he's gonna fit in just fine with everyone. Luckily, everyone is pretty much our age. I'm so excited for him!

So, the plan for "Us Day"....?? Well, I looked in to getting a couple's massage, but we both decided to wait for another time with that one. Instead, we are heading to Anchor High Marina (One of my fav-O-rites!), and to see a movie. I'm thinkin' about that Time Traveler's Wife one...but I don't know yet. I may see what's playing. I have heard a few negatives about that. I may decide just to rent it. And, I think we may head to S&K Men's Store to get the Hubster some new dress clothes! At this branch, he's gonna have to wear an actual suit...jacket and all!

Anyways! Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend! Till then...

Crock Pot and Testing

I have never been so impressed in my entire life! Well, maybe that's a tad be dramatized (I do have that family characteristic!), but I am indeed impressed. It's crazy how something you have grown up seeing is so intriguing when it's your own, and your actually using it. Enough with the rambling. I am talking about my beloved Crock Pot I recieved from my parents 8 mths ago as a wedding present. I'm sad that I am just now getting around to using it. Tonights meal was Banquet's Crock Pot Classics Beef PotRoast. I prepared this morning before I left...cooked it on low for about 10 hours, and came home to a house filled with a delicious aroma. I will definitely be preparing this again...and I look forward to trying some new recipes in my beloved crock pot!

On to a much less happier topic...I took my Teller 2 Mastery Test, and the results were just...ugh. Yes, I failed it. I don't know if hearing that everyone I have spoke to has said they failed it the first time makes me feel any better, or if I am just frustrated that I plain out did not pass it. No raise this time, and no check in my hand (when passing, you get a raise, and a $75 check). There is next month, so maybe then...I will be a certified Teller 2! :)

Sunday.

Hi...hi...hi!! Hope everyone has had a great weekend so far! I feel like I haven't posted in a while, so what better way to reconnect than do some randoms??

- This weekend has been pretty "un" productive. Although, I did get some laundry done.

- I really, really, really would love to have the rest of our fence done. The weather like this weekend made me wish that Kaci could play outside on her own. Instead, she had be cooped up with her parents. No fun.

- I accidentally paid off my credit card. Yes, accidentally. You ask "isn't it a good thing?" It is, and praise God funds were available, but $1800 unplanned coming out of your checking account is quite a surprise. Apparently, I clicked the wrong button when making a payment. Um yea....the husband wasn't upset surprisingly. I'm just thankful we're ok, and the money was there.

- I am counting down the days till our vacation. Seriously, everyday I realize more and more how much we need to get away.

- I'm excited about December 12th. We are gonna try and go to the UFC show in Memphis...possibly even with my sister and brother-in-law...(Angel and Bob). Bob is into the fights as much as Mike. Fun times.

- I love Toby Keith's song, "God Love Her". I'm listening to it right now, and it's one of those I could hit replay on it every time.

- Tomorrow's Monday. Ahhhh. Seriously, the weekend flys by every time.

- This year has seriously flown by. My BFF, Jaclyne and I were talking earlier today about already Black Friday this year, and hittin' up the sales again.

- Tonight I gave Kaci a bath since her procedure. She seriously doesn't know how to act!

- I seriously, am having withdrawls from my Spray Tan. Yes, I am an avid fan of SunTan City's Spray Tan. It's THE best. Well, I haven't sprayed in quite a while, and I am seeing that alot today. I feel better tan. That's all there is to it.

- I seriously think we have the cutest puppy ever.

- I made a recipe I snatched off my sister's Blog (Moments with the Mabreys) called Buffalo Chicken Pizza...and it was quite delicious. My husband had seconds...and the portions were quite large to begin with. That's a great sign!

- Is it Friday yet??

Whatcha Think??

I was feelin' a bit crafty lastnight while in cleaning mode. We have had this what used to be a picture frame with hooks. For the longest time, I had it by our back door with nothing in it...no glass nothing. You could see the wall that it hung on. Make sense??

So....I took some paper (scrapbook paper) and this is what it turned out to look like. I hung it over our sink in the kitchen, and I am still kind of up in the air about it. I need some opinions. :)


This is what it looks like all together....


This is what is on each side frame...


And finally the center...

My New Favorite

You know, it really doesn't hurt having a mother who sells Avon products. A couple weeks ago my mom gave us girls some products that had just come out. It was the Skin So Soft Soft and Sensual Lotion & Body Wash. I absolutely LOVE it!! Forget buying those over priced body washes at Kroger or where ever (like I do)...I'm about to stock up!!

Reunion Recap

We had a great time Saturday at the Hall's Family Reunion (My hubby's side of the family). It was a little overwhelming though considering just how many people I had never met due to them living all over that place like Michigan, Minnesota, and several other places. I must have hugged a million and one different people. Everyone was so welcoming, friendly, and full of laughter.

I thought one thing that they do was really cool. Everyone brings a non-parrishable item (can good, cleaning item, etc) and they put it in a big box. Who ever's name gets drawn takes home this huge grocery-give-away prize! I can't remember who it was that won it, I just know it was alot of stuff! Mike won $50 and I won a golfer's prize pack (Mike of course got that!).


The "In Loving Memory" Table full of sweet family members who have passed on.


Such a great job they did on singing and playing the instruments. There were a few people who danced!


Sweet Baby Tobi....This made me want to get another puppy for Kaci!


Mike and his sweet Aunt, Louann...I just love her!


The kiddos in line for the Pinata!!


Papa Ronnie (My FIL) trying to beat Mike at Ping Pong. I have never laughed so much!


Kathy and Cameron....he's so precious!



Matt (Mike's cousin), Amy (his wife), Mike and myself. (I hate this picture of me!) And I promise you...we did not coordinate matching colors!!

Let's just say Mike and I left there full and tired!! What a great time!

Summer Love.

This is my new Summer treat...also known as my new Summer Love. It's definitely worth indulging in during these hot August days. I'd definitely say is better than the Hubby's Chocolate Moose Tracks!! :)

Seem's Like Forever

For some strange reason, I feel like I haven't blogged in a while, when in all actuality, it was Saturday when I posted last. I'm agreeing with the Sister on the whole blogging issues. It's little things that's happening with my blog as well. Maybe the blogging bandwagon is about to collapse. Who knows.

Update on my precious Kaci. She is back to her old self...thank goodness. For those who don't know...Tuesday, we took her to the vet and got her spayed. She hit her 6 mth mark Monday so we wanted to go ahead and get some things taken care of. My heart breaks at how pitiful she was, but I tried to realize that alot of it were the drugs. She's sore, I'm sure, but is playing again like my sweet puppy was.


She didn't know what was going on!


Knocked out from this world. At this point, my arm was about to fall off!

This week has been a good week so far. Long, but good. An exciting happenin' at my work is the Virgin Health Miles. Basically, for $2.50 a paycheck, we wear a pedometer, which records how many steps you take. The higher the steps, the more health points you earn. The more health points you earn, the higher the level you go. By the end of one year, you can earn up to $525 bucks if you are on the highest level. Right now, I am currently working toward a goal of 7000 steps a day (Pretty much that's every one's goal right now). Sounds crazy and far fetched, but the whole point behind it is being active, and motivating yourself to get as many health points as you can. It's exciting and I am totally stoked about doing this. Tonight I went running for about 30 minutes and then walked for 30 minutes. I'm planning on doing it tomorrow again.



This weekend is Mike's Family Reunion. I'm excited to see alot of people I haven't seen in ages, and to meet some people as well. Some are flying in from Michigan and Mississippi. I'm sure I will have plenty of pictures to post!

I Love....

I love when Saturday's are like this. There's no place to be, my hair's a hot mess...and it's just My lovey, My Kaci and myself hanging around. Life is good. :)


**Excuse the skull on the shirt...it's my hubby's old fraternity shirt!**












Can you tell she's spoiled??

Childhood Memories

Something triggered the other day, and it was like all I was thinkin' about for the longest time was sweet memories I had growing up. Some examples are:

* Walking with my mom around the Winter Haven Sr. High School's track with my egg mcmuffin and stuffed dog. I must have been only 4 or 5.

* Laying with my older brother in the corner watching cartoons by the heater in the family room. Why the heater was going in Florida type weather...I have no clue.

* I remember layering on the clothes when ever I knew my dad was gonna spank me...I figured it wouldn't hurt as bad.

* Staying at my Grandma's house. She lived on an old, dirt road that would create so much dust when anyone would fly by driving so fast.

* I remember staying at my Nana and PopPop's, and I loved going in to PopPop's art studio. I loved smooching the paint samples through the plastic wrap.

There are so many more that make my heart smile! :) What are some sweet memories YOU have??

Friday's Thoughts

:: I was so worried about telling my parents that Mike and I did not know if we were going to be at the Family Thanksgiving for sure come the weekend of November 8th. We want to be there because of everyone being there, but it's not every month Mike and I are able to go away on a vacation other than close locations (Georgia, Kentucky). It's gonna be our one year Dec. 5th and with Holiday's being right around the corner, it'd be impossible to take off any that month (December) being new at our offices. I work with people whose been here anywhere from 5 yrs to 8 yrs...to 30 years! I'm at the bottom of the totem pole here. I have to take what I can get. Yes, it'd be just a day early coming home, but we would more than likely want to come home that Sunday. We'll see though.

:: Thank goodness the weekend is here. I think this week has been one of the longest, drag-by weeks I have had in a long time.

:: Tax free weekend is here. Mike's wanting to go to S&K Mens Wear tomorrow. Oh, how I love the crowds....and traffic.

:: Yesterday morning, when I was heading to work this young girl driving this white camaro in the lane next to me almost hit me....literally. The guy that was behind her that pulled up beside me signaled to me like "what the hec was she doing?". Ended up this morning, when I was heading to work...she rear ended somebody. Same girl. Same exact car. Learn how to drive lady.

:: Tonight, I am going to Famous Daves to celebrate a dear friend of mine's birthday. Her name is Joy and I seriously don't know if she realizes what an impact she has on people. She is one of the sweetest, unselfish people I know.

:: I wish the radio station we played at work (Mix 92.9) would find some more songs to play. I think I have heard Tina Turner's "What's Love Have to Do With Us" and Billy Joel's "Piano Man" a trillion times this morning.

:: I slept soooo good last night.

:: On that note, I hate when you're sleeping so good, and the only thing that wakes you up is your bladder. Yes, I said bladder. I hate when I have to go pee!! hehe.

:: I finally got myself a camera charger. Kmart had the one I needed 30 Bucks cheaper than Best Buy. I was a happy picture taker. :)

Woot Woot!!

Im sooooo very excited! My hubby got off the week I have vacation, and he has brought to my attention that we should go to Destin!!!!!!!!! I am sooooo excited! I pray it works out! I'm one happy girl!

Prayers Please.

Yesterday, I had to head to Franklin to take my Teller 2 Training. Long day of listening, and learning...and writing. Overall, the experience was great. I had a great teacher, and a class full of people who I definitely could see being friends with. With this particular bank, you go to different levels. With each level, you get more duties, and more responsibilites. There's not just one person ( known as head teller) who takes care of one job...for example the Vault. We each take a 6 month term in doing various jobs and roles.

I'm excited because with his level you recieve a $75 check for completion of a level along with a pay raise. Who wouldn't want that? The kicker though is you have to pass a Mastery Test. This test is the hardest one you take out of all the Teller training courses. The teacher yesterday (we were her first class since she took over due to the lady retiring, BUT she has had 8 yrs experience in teller, head teller and management!) took the test while we were doing our activity and she failed it. THE TEACHER FAILED IT! I'm not good at any type of test. I never have been. I can study my butt off, and then come test time, my mind goes blank from my nerves.

I have 3 weeks to pretty much cram for this test with the options of August 26, 27, and 28th to take the test. I want to say I'll take it on the 28th to give me more time, but then again, I'd rather get it over with.

My co-worker today told me he failed it the first time. That made me feel better. Not. The more I realize that alot of people failed this test, makes me realize that the chances are slim to none to passing this. I want to say I believe in myself, and that I can do it...but seriously. I don't think people realize how hard being a teller is. It's not just taking deposits and cashing checks. We're the first people, people see when they come to the bank. We're the people who take risks everyday in taking fraudulent items and breaking possible regulations. We are the people who either make or break the first impression. And that is what this tests is made up of. Decision Making. Fraudent Items. Regulations and Laws. All of that bundled up in a 50 question test.

Oh my nerves.

A Box or Two

The other day I had the joys of getting off work and my car battery being dead. Nothing. Dead. It got me thinkin' what would have happened if I was out at night, and that happened. Or to add to that, my cell was dead and wasn't able to call my Lovey to rescue me. Scary thought, but anything is possible. Then some more wheels started turning. Cold weather will be here before we know it, and living in Tennessee you tend to get the best of both worlds. You never know when or how strong Winter will be.

With that, I have decided that it would be smart to make up an "emergency box" for my Lovey and I to keep in our vehicles. Now, if anyone has ever seen my car, you're probabley thinkin' surely there is something you could find to eat, drink, and stay warm. But honestly, lately I have tried really hard to keep my car clean, and stay clean. :)

The emergency box will be filled with bottled waters, blankets, an out and about emergency case (band-aides, etc.), and maybe some granola bars or something of that nature. It's never too late to be prepared!

Annoyance

I so totally forgot to blog about this annoyance I have. I felt so strongly about this, that I told myself during the situation..."that's a blogging post for me"!

Saturday, my Lovey and I went and saw "Funny People" at the movies. Honestly, I don't know how to rate this movie. I'm confused with my thoughts on it. It is definitley misleading in more ways that one. The language was aweful (what movie now these days isn't?) and there were TONS of vulgar comments (like I say again, what movie isn't in today's world). The whole plot of the movie is a bout a comedian who finds out he is dying from a form of luekemia, and no matter what, he isn't truly happy until.....and that's in the ending of the movie. I don't want to give that part away. I honestly think I would wait and rent it if you think you want to see it. Going at 4:20 in the afternoon cost the Lovey and I 20 bucks...craziness.

Now I have never had children, so therefore I don't know yet what it is like to want to get out and go to a movie or where ever, and not be able to due to having no one watch the kiddos. I do, however, know that it is rude and annoying when you bring a baby (yes, not even a 2 yr old) to an adult movie. This baby was crying, whining and making all sorts of noises. The poor thing was probably trying to make it be known he was hungry or needed to be changed, and the parents (who by the way looked older than Mike and I and should have known better) just sat there and held him. Not to mention the other adult kept having their phone go off. Seriously people...get a clue. I feel bad in a way posting this because I know parents want to get away and have a fun evening like watching a movie...but other people do too, and when the cost is 20 Bucks to see a movie, I wanna watch it in peace.

Full Blown Ouchie

So, I'm searching for my shoe that flopped off up under my counter at work. While I have my butt in the air, and my head down below, I finally find my beloved shoe.

WHAM!!! Full force hit the back of my head on the counter. I thought I was going to die. Please pray I didn't juggle some important stuff up there in my head. My whole neck is now hurting. :(

I ADORE This Picture!

I took this with my camera on my phone, so the quality is a little off. I tried PhotoScaping it, and fixing the colors but it was so tricky, I had no luck! I still love it! It's my sweet husband and our "baby", Kaci. I just love these two!

My New Favorite!

I have a new favorite show. It's comes on weeknights at 8PM on HGTV....which is one of my favorite channels. Last night, one of my BFF's came over to hang out with the intentions of doing some crafts and what not. Nope, instead we watched 2 hours worth of House Hunters. This show, I could seriously become addicted to.

It was crazy how, for example the house we live in right now would be $250,000 on up if it was planted on California's soil. And people would seriously pay that!!!! I couldn't get over it! There was one lady, my age, who bought a house for $269,000 with 100% financing, and her mtg a month was just below 2 grand. Now, I know that everything is different out there, meaning what they are paid, and what things are worth. But goodness...makes me happy what we are paying for ours and we are just renting right now.

Just know, that Mr. DVR will be recording this one! :)

True Confessions of a Shopaholic

I think you can already detect what this post is about just by looking at the title. I have an addiction. I laugh about it to myself because it's amazing to see just how different I feel when I have bought something. I love the high I get when finding a great deal on a particular item or items. My husband jokingly calls me "the Swiper" because supposedly I love swiping my Debit Card. But honestly, I don't care what kind of money it is...cash, card or check...I love it.

My newest addiction is going to the Goodwill or any type of thrift store. I think it's because I look at all of these blogs and websites that consist of re-doing things, and creating new things. I love finding old frames that I can make into something, I love finding old knick-knacks that I can easily transform into something beautiful.

Since I bought a new Coach purse a couple weeks ago, along with new running shoes, and new clothes before that (yes, I needed the clothes for work), I made a promise to my sweet Lovey, that I would for 1 month not buy anything. That includes eating out everyday, pretty much anything other than groceries and stuff we need. We are really trying to save money. And thank goodness, I would say Mike is more of a saver than a spender. At the time that I made this promise, I was thinkin' "Sure, I can handle this...no problem". But honestly, it's been hard. And it's my fault for putting myself in situations that tempt me. It's like an alcoholic going to a bar...they will be tempted if they are trying to stay sober. Why do I even go to stores (Goodwill), if I am going to be tempted?

Tonight, Denise is coming over to our house for "Craft night". I think she's going to work on Scrapbooking, and I on the other hand, have a few ideas to use some old frames and create something with ribbon and paint. Lastnight, I decided to venture in the Gallatin Goodwill where I was so tempted, it made me antsy. I found a beautiful Bronze framed cross picture that had to be from Home Interiors for $4.99. I found several plates that I thought would be lovely to get creative with for like .99 each, and a kitchen cart that I would have died to of painted for $9.99. BUT....since I made a promise to my Lovey, I put it all back AFTER calling and texting him. But really, why couldn't I have just realized that a promise is a promise and not begged him? It just shows that when you're addicted to something, you're willing to put reality to the side. Although, all of that stuff equaled out to be less than 20 Bucks...20 Bucks could have gone towards his new truck, or the house payment, or just something we really needed.

One of these days, I will be able to kick this habit....or maybe I'm just destined to be this way. After all, I am a woman. :)

Wednesday's Junk

- I must admit, I am in a blogging rut. I think it's where I blog 2-3 times, sometimes, a day, and I'm losing the desire to do so. And when you don't have pictures to add to it, sometimes that can make it alittle boring.

- I could have easily stayed in bed this morning. I was so sleepy.

- My Lovey is at his new bank branch today. I am praying everything goes great for him!

- The past two days, things have been different between Mike and I....in a good way! It's like when we were dating, and there weren't everyday stresses of life. It's so easy to get caught up in the daily bumps, that sometimes you can put those stresses on each other. Make sense?

- I am so lovin' the way my feet feel and look. Doing this pedicure is really helping!

- My stomach hurts.

- Tonight, one of my close friends, Denise is coming over for craft night. I'm excited! I have idea's I wanna attempt at.

- Hopefully, 6 Pm will get here fassssttttt!

Busy Bees!

This past weekend my husband, Mike...along with my older sister, Angela and her husband, Bob piled up in the ol' Ram, and headed about an hour South of Atlanta. We left Friday night about 8:30ish and arrived about 2 in the morning at the Best Western in Griffin, Georgia. I must say, after swimming for about 10 minutes with my sister, that hotel bed sure felt compfy. There's nothing like having the hotel's air conditioner on full blast with those hotel blankets.

Saturday, we woke up and got ready to be picked up by Amber and our mom to head to Aubry's house (Amber's cousin) for a celebration for Olivia Kate! It was literally like a sea of pink! We had the best time ooing and awhing over every piece of clothing, and baby necessities Amber recieved. Let's just say that lil' girl is gonna be one little stylish baby! Oh I just cannot wait till she gets here! And I know I'm not the only one! Amber is about 8 mths pregnant. When I asked what she felt like now these days...she replied, "Uncomfortable". I've never been pregnant, so I can only imagine what all it feels like.

((I once again did not have my charger, so I'm gonna have to snag some pics from Amber's page which I think came from my dad's facebook! :)))

While us gal's attended the baby shower, our guys headed to a local golf course for what was supposed to be a game of 9 holes...became a game of 18. Supposedly, they weren't able to finish, and got to hole 12. Saturday evening, we headed to a local resturant called, "Buffalos". I had never been there, nor heard of it, but it was mighty delicious. Come to find out, Mom said they are putting one in Hermitage, which is about 25 mins from where Mike and I live. Woohoo! At that point, I was feeling the tiredness. It was fun eating, and laughing talking about everything under the sun. After dinner, we all pretty much went our separate ways. The 4 of us headed back to our hotel, and Amber and the rest went back to her house.

Once we got back to the hotel, Angela and I decided to take a dip in the pool. Turns out there was snake in the pool wrapped around the ladder. It was like out of a movie. Once I saw a man walking toward his car that looked like he could do the job, he came over kicked the snake off the ladder. At that point, Angela and I were just in amazement that he himself wasn't scared like our fellas. Once the snake got to the other side, he reached in with one hand, yanked the snake out of the pool, and smooched it with his shoe....ending in, "You ladies have a good night!" We laughed about that the rest of the night.

Sunday morning, we all woke up and met David (Amber's hubby) at the Waffle House where he manages, well one of his stores. We call him the "Waffle King". Of course, I over ate like every other time I go there. The trip wasn't long enough. I would have loved to of stayed longer, like everyone else, but we had to get back to the swing of things. Kaci stayed at a kennel, and Bob & Angela's kiddo's stayed with a baby sitter as well.

Like I said above, I wish I had pictures...maybe I can eventually snag a few! :)

GiGi's CupCakes

This is a big thing here at the bank. GiGi's Cupcake's located in Hendersonville is one of the best Bakery's around town....so I have heard NUMEROUS times! Let's just say I am one happy girl today!





I think I'm leaning towards the Chocolate Oreo....Ahhhh, the temptation!!!

RIP

Rest in Peace little girl....we will miss you, Gidget! :)

Wtf.

So I found this off of FoxNews.com and just copied/pasted it. I know this sounds bad, but now I really, really never wanna eat at McDonalds. ((Gag))

Calif. — A 40-year-old woman has been found dead in a machine at a Southern California food processing plant that is a major supplier for McDonald's restaurants.

Los Angeles County sheriff's detectives say the woman's body was found early Tuesday at Golden State Foods in the City of Industry, an east Los Angeles suburb. Investigators believe her death was accidental.

No other details were given about her death or about the woman except that she was an employee.

The Irvine-based company has distribution centers across the nation. Its Web site says the company supplies McDonald's and developed the sauce for the restaurant's Big Mac in the 1960s.

And on a side note.....what in the world is this I read about a couple letting rats chew off their baby's toes???!!!!! What human(s) in this world could let this happen? It sickens me to know that people are like that out there. It's on FoxNews.com as well. One word. Pathedic.

Baby, It's Rainy Outside

It is one nasty day outside here in the sweet land of Tennessee! I woke up by Kaci licking me, wanting to go outside. I looked through the front glass door and said to myself (and Kaci), "Forget fixing my hair today!" You see, I am a few far and between of the girls who can wake up and magically have perfect hair. I am a girl who has to provide extra love and attention to get my hair to lay right. Yup, it takes work. So today, my loving pony-tail holder got put to great use today.

Now as of yesterday, that was one eventful, full of surprises, type day. I must brag on my hubby right now! :) He got promoted to Asst. Branch Manager at one of the branches downtown near Centennial Park! I am so happy for him! He seriously is one of the hardest working people I know. We have been praying for a door to open, and God provided that after many interviews. He checked out the branch yesterday, and said he really feels like it is going to be a good group to work with. His manager is close to his age, so he can obviously relate to him better. Yes, the commute is longer, but sometimes you have to take whatever goes with. I know he's excited! :)

Another crazy and totally unexpected thing that happened yesterday, is the Hubster got a new truck! Basically without providing the long story, is we got screwed when he purchased the last truck. The guys that sold him the truck from the dealership pretty much lied about the warranty we thought we were under. When some pretty expensive stuff started messing up, we weren't covered. With some strings pulled, and alot of discussing (AND LOTS OF STUFF PUT IN WRITING!!), we decided the best thing would be was to trade in his last truck and purchase a new one. In the long run we would be saving alot of money. It's lovely. It's a white 2009 Dodge Ram Crew Cab. I already warned the hubby that I will be getting a picture sometime soon of him and his new "baby".

(( Not the exact picture I wanted to use, but it will have to do for now! I'll get a better pic soon!))

Tuesday Thanks

* Thank goodness we found a hotel last night and got our room booked for the weekend. My thoughts were if we waited any longer with it being Summer and July...alot of places would be booked up. But yes, we got a room for this weekend.

* Thank goodness, I have a husband who accepts me and my crazy ways. I have temper tantrums. I have an attitude. I have pity parties. That's a side of me, I hate and despise, but that's me. That's something I have realized I am going to work extra hard considering I have seen it first hand what it can do to relationships. Thank you, babe. I love you more than anything in this world. Thank you.

* Thank goodness I'm having a fabulous hair day today. These days seem to come far and few between, so when it does happen...I'm a happy girl! :)

* Thank goodness there was fresh coffee this morning here at work. I was struggling this morning as far as waking up. Thankfully, I'm feeling "wide-eyed and bushy-tailed".

* Thank goodness I made a promise to the hubby I would not eat out during the week (work days) for one whole mth. So far, (even though this is the second day!) I have felt better.

* Thank you, "Jewel" for finally picking up the story line. I was really getting bored.

* And thank goodness, I have had another chance at living!!! Thank you, Jesus! :)

Bright Lights

I have decided that law-makers should make it illegal for people to put those outrageously bright lights on their vehicles. How in the world do they think it is possible for oncoming traffic to see? I know it sounds lame me saying all of this, but seriously...it gives me a headache.

Today has been a good day. Last night, when we got back home from the movie, I took 3 Benedryl so I could sleep seriously good. I konked out. If Kaci tried waking me up to go potty, I didn't feel it (usually she does this by giving me kisses). So, Mike and I slept till about noon. Talking about sleeping, I have had some crazy dreams. Dreams involving people of my past that I had forgot about, and hadn't seen in ages. And when I say crazy, I mean pointless more like it.

Speaking of today, I bought my first Coach purse, and I am in love. I could seriously see myself becoming addicted to these bags. But I did really good. This purse I got, regular $320...got for $79!!!!! Yeah! I was shocked. I was surprised the Hubby went for it. I can't go in to the deal I had to make with him since he let me have this, but I will mention a portion of it, I have to take my lunch to work for a whole month. Not too bad, eh?

I'm excited about this week ahead. Tuesday, we are heading for a cook-out/Movie night over at Jaclyne and Matt's house. Fun Fun. This week is a 4 day work week. I have Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday off! Yayyy! Friday night we are heading to Atlanta to stay in a hotel with my sister, and her Hubs. Then Saturday is my other sister, Amber's baby shower for Olivia Kate. I cannot wait to see everyone! It will be good times. Picture time I might add! :)

Well. Enough for the ramblings. I think I may go read my book. I know this blog was pretty much pointless! :)

Saturday Night Review

As of right now, if I hear the words, "Harry Potter" one more time, I think I might just scream. Seeing the same people over and over again in the past 24 hours, I think has sent my brain in to overkill. The sad thing about it, is it was my own idea. It was my own idea to watch all of the movies to catch up, so I would know exactly what was going on. For starters, it's just not my cup of tea. I never was able to get in to them. It was all.out.of.love. That is it.



Yup...all of them up minus the one in theatre. That one we went and saw tonight. Let me just tell you again, I did all for the love for a man. I felt antsy the entire time. The man in front of me couldn't quite come to terms with his cup being empty, because he kept bouncing his cup full of ice, kind of wishing there would be some sort of liquid that would appear. Very annoying. I was just glad my Lovey got to see it. He loved it.

On the other hand, Mike and I met some of our great friends, Matt and Jaclyne for a belated Birthday dinner for myself and Matt at Cheddars. Of course we had a great time full of laughter, and food. Mike and I gave Matt money for a bike he is wanting to eventually get. They gave me something I was totally shocked to get! And I am so excited!!





First was an adorable "Friends" frame with a picture of Jaclyne and I in it. It was a picture taken at the Court House when Mike and I got hitched. I love it!! The second part was a gift certificate to Coach! Yes, COACH!! I cannot wait to go, and put it towards getting a new purse. Tomorrow could be the day I lose my virginity in
the Coach Dept!! ((Did I really just say that??!!)) I have always wanted one, but never ever dreamed I would get one. Now, since I have a portion to put towards one, maybe the Hubster might give in. :) We'll see. That may be a post to come!!

**And the more I look at these pictures on here, the more it aggravates me! Arrghhh, Camera Phone!**

My Bucket List

What a fabulous idea for a post! I totally grabbed the idea from an old friend/blogger~ Katie from The Burts Bizz! I am sure everyone has some sort of list that they would hope to achieve before the day they die, right?? Of course, once reading Katie's blog, my wheel's started turning. What would I want to achieve??

1. Find a church home where both Mike and I feel welcome. Church has always been a part of my life. Yes, the past year, Mike and I have gotten out of routine of going (different story), but we have both discussed and agreed that we want to get back in to going especially before the kiddos come.

2. Visit a country full of poverty. I have the worst habit of feeling like I don't have enough, or constantly saying "I want". I think traveling to a country that is in deperate need of food, clothing, and shelter would be a wake up call, and a realization that I have everything I need.

3. Run a marathon. I have always loved running. The feeling I get when it's just me pushing myself to reach the stopping point. Nothing could feel better.

4. Go back to school. In this day and age, education definitely helps. I have seen this first hand.

5. Fly in an airplane some where. I have never flown. Yea, I know. No comments. :)

6. Visit my brother and sister-n-law in California. This will happen. It will.

7. See my family in Florida that I have not seen in ages (alittle over 11 yrs to be exact).

8. See New York City. I have heard from numerous people, there is nothing like it.

9. Have atleast one baby. (Hopefully more, but if God only provides us one, I'll be happy)

10. And if we are only able to have one child, adopt a child!

11. Become a better wife, friend, daughter, and sister!

Zucchini Bake

Tonight, I tried another yummy recipe! I found it off Cooks.com and honestly...I made up the name because for some reason, it didn't print it on the actual recipe. So, I'm calling it Zucchini Bake.

This is what their recipe called for...

2 cups chopped Zucchini
1 cup chopped tomato
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup grated parmesean cheese
3/4 cup of bisuit baking mix (I used Bisquick)
1/2 cup of milk
3 eggs
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp of ground black pepper.


I on the other hand dazzled it up a bit (I just love that word!). I added yellow squash, and actual shredded cheese at the last minute, and a 1/2 of a tube of Mild Sausage crumbled (use your own judgement has to how much)
And PS...I cheated and used Frozen chopped onions, and canned diced tomatoes!
~ Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease 10 inch pie pan. (I used a reg 9x9 Baking Dish).
~ Combine Zucchini, (Squash if you'd like), tomato, onion and Parmesean Cheese in prepared pie pan (baking dish). In a small bowl, combine Bisuit mix, milk, eggs, and salt & pepper. Beat until smooth, and then pour over vegetable mixture.

~Bake in Preheated oven for 30-35 mins, or until knife inserted in to center comes out clean.
**Note: Since I used a bigger baking dish...I upped the ingredients to:**
1 1/2 cups of Bisquick
1 cup of milk
4 eggs


Right out of the oven!


And finally...on my plate! :)


Please realize that these pics were taken with my phone, so the colors do not do it justice!!

Book Sale

Since I have gotten older, I have begun to have the desire to read. It's funny how when I was in Highschool, and even after...pretty much during my single days, reading was the farthest from my interests. I was always out and about with friends, and dating one guy after another. But now since I have become more of a homebody, I have wanted to get in to reading. The funny thing is, is I have a couple more books of Twilight, but honestly I don't really care to finish them up right now. Eventually, maybe yes...but right now, no.

So, today during my lunch, I headed to the Hendersonville Library. It's a big, beautiful, two-story brick building sitting out in a patch of trees. I already knew there was a chance they wouldn't let me get a card since I wasn't a resident of Sumner County, but thankfully since I had a card with a Wilson County Library, I was able to get what is known as a TLI card which basically I can only get a maximum of 2 items...2 books, 2 audios, anything. So that's not bad at all. The best thing that happened during my experience at the library, was that they were having a book sale!! :) I am so excited about what I bought. And not to mention, they were all 1/2 off. So I got 4 books for 5 Bucks.


This is one that I am most anxious to read. Taken place in the backwoods of Mississippi in 1943, Jewel and her husband give birth to their last child. Jewell learns to understand the lesson of learning to love what she feels is a burden, and seeing that this is God's way of smiling down on her.

It seems like it could be a tear jerker. I will definitely let you know my review on it when I am done!


This is a book I was kind of hesitant about getting, but crazy enough..I kept finding myself going back to it. My reason why I was hesitant about it was for one it's about a woman whose marriage is falling apart. After finding a note from her husband, humiliated and shocked...Mary Bliss finds herself telling a little white lie after another, until all of her white lies snowballs in to one. I thought for $1.50 it was worth a try.


About this pick, I honestly have no clue, but for the most part ever since seeing her on Regis & Kathy Lee way back, I have been interested in her, and her life.


What an awesome lady. Her determination and strength would be only a few reason's as to why I snatched this. When I feel like I can't do something, or can't achieve a goal, I should always remember what Helen Keller went through. I am so happy to have this book waiting on my bookshelf to read!

**Reviews to come later!**

Thursday's Thoughts

* Today's a dreary day outside. Make's me wanna lounge on the couch and watch a Lifetime movie with my Hubby (yeah right, he wouldn't watch those!) and Kaci.

* My hair's growing! Yayy! I want to grow it out long this year, and it's looks like it's on it's way!

* I am in love with Olivia Kate's nursery! It is sooo pretty!

* Speaking of Olivia Kate...I am so excited about going to the shower next weekend!! Yayyy!

* I told the Hubster I would cook dinner tonight, and do I know what I am cooking?? Nope. Guess I'll figure it out at some point! :)

* I cannot wait till my charger comes in for my camera! I can actually start getting updated pictures to post on here!

* This weekend, I promised my Lovey I would go and see "Harry Potter". I must be out of the loop, because I have only seen the first one. I won't have a clue to what is going on. Maybe Friday night, Mike and I can have a Harry Potter night so I can catch up.

* I am in desperate need of a manicure and pedicure. :(

* I am already wishing for 4PM to get here. Looks like 6 hrs to go!

Pickiness

I have one picky eater on my hands. And no, it's not my Lovey....it's Kaci. I never thought I would see the day when she would actually be picking out only one color of her dog food. It was the funniest thing.

Mike and I were in the kitchen cooking dinner last night, when I fed Kaci. She loves the Benefield Chicken and Noodle. I mix just a little up with her normal, crunchy dog food. I look over to see what she was doing (making sure she wasn't stuck to the vent), and all of the green pieces were scattered in front of her bowl as I looked closer.

Oh I how I wish I could have gotten a picture of that crazy pup!

I Could See It...

I could see myself skirtin' around town in this. It's the Harley Davidson Stallion. Includes features such as air conditioning, heat, radio...and possibly airbags (We were joking around about that at work).

But then again, for the price of one....I might as well buy a new vehicle.

Saturday

Today is the first Saturday I have had to work since being with the bank. So far, so good. I haven't felt like I have had to pull my hair out with a line of customers (knock on wood). The weather outside looks alittle dreary. I'm hoping in doesn't rain. My Lovey's out on the boat fishing with Papa Ronnie, and I'm in hopes of going swimming at my in-laws when I get off work...by myself. Truly, I'm stoked about it. I can relax on the float with all my trash magazines, and maybe even a start of a new book. That's my kind of Saturday.

Lastnight, the hubby and I went to LongHorns to eat dinner. Papa Ronnie even came to join us. It was a nice dinner full of laughter and good food. I don't think I had been to a LongHorn's since after Mike and I got engaged. It's always Logans that we go to.

Tonight is UFC 100. I haven't decided if I want to go with the Hubster yet. I have decided that I am alot like my dad. I would rather get to bed before midnight (much before midnight...more like 10ish at the latest). So no more laughter towards you, Dad! I'm the same way! :) I just feel better if I'm not up late.

This morning I saw the funniest thing. I know the Hendersonville people have to be used to seeing this, because going through town, there is a bridge you have to cross at Drakes Creek Park. Traffic was at a complete standstill for approximately 4 or 5 geese. These geese, you could tell, had the attitude of sassiness. Walking at their own complete pace not caring that people had places to go, people to see. I wish I could have gotten a picture.



**Closest thing to what I saw**

For the Frill of It

This is what I want...and in this pattern. I may have to go splurge. :)

It's Vera Bradley's more traditional tote with pleat detailing, a wide patent band and bold, metal hardware. Inside the hidden magnetic closure top there's a gusseted pocket plus a one zip and one slip. Perfect for this season.

Wednesday Randoms

~ Thank goodness, I'm off tomorrow! I'm so happy. I'm looking forward to being able to sleep in alittle. Plus, there's a few things I need to get done around the house.

~ I am absolutely craving Chinese today. There's an amazing Chinese restaurant across the street from my work. Easy access. :)

~ I got my first counterfeit bill today. Sad face. Stinks that somebodys dishonesty effects me and my job. No, I'm not in trouble...it just goes against my teller number. It was a pretty good one though, so I didn't feel too, too bad. If it was an obvious one, then I would have been more upset. The life of a banker.

~ The weather today isn't as hot as yesterday. When I get in my car, I won't roast like normally.

~ I would love to get my nails done sometime this weekend.

~ My lovey last night while at dinner, looked at me and said, "I didn't know you could put this on cooked food" (pointing to the Lea & Perrins Steak Sauce). I just shook my head and smiled.

~ I could take a nap right now. (Yawn) I think it's because I'm hungryyyyyyyy, and we have been dead!

~ I love this scripture. I have in here in my teller window.

"When God leads you to the edge of the cliff, trust Him fully and let go. Only 1 of 2 things can happen, either He'll catch you when you fall, or He'll teach you how to fly." Revelations 3:8

~ This is all the randoms I have for right now...have a wonderful day!!

Movie Review

In 1958, as part of the dedication ceremony for a new elementary school, a group of students is asked to draw pictures to be stored in a time capsule. But one mysterious girl fills her sheet of paper with rows of apparently random numbers instead.

Fifty years later, a new generation of students examines the capsule’s contents and the girl’s cryptic message ends up in the hands of young CALEB KOESTLER. But it is Caleb’s father, professor JOHN KOESTLER (Nicolas Cage), who makes the startling discovery that the encoded message predicts with pinpoint accuracy the dates, death tolls and coordinates of every major disaster of the past 50 years. As John further unravels the document’s chilling secrets, he realizes the document foretells three additional events—the last of which hints at destruction on a global scale and seems to somehow involve John and his son. When John’s attempts to alert the authorities fall on deaf ears, he takes it upon himself to try to prevent more destruction from taking place.

With the reluctant help of DIANA WAYLAND (Rose Byrne) and ABBY WAYLAND, the daughter and grand daughter of the now-deceased author of the prophecies, John’s increasingly desperate efforts take him on a heart-pounding race against time until he finds himself facing the ultimate disaster—and the ultimate sacrifice.~ Rotten Tomatoes


After eating a delicious dinner at Cherokee Steakhouse and Marina (Steak, Shrimp, Baked Potato, Salad and Rolls), we came home to watch our newest movie the hubs had bought, "Knowing".

I wasn't impressed. Hubby loved it though. Maybe it was because I am not much in to Sci-Fi movies (if this would even be considered one). It started our extremely slow, and by the time it did get somewhat interesting, I had lost interest. The scene effects were great though, I will give them that. If you're gonna watch it, I'd say wait till it comes on a movie channel.