This weekend was pretty laid back and relaxing, in which we needed. Even just with the everyday stresses of both our jobs, that can wear a person out. Well, I say our jobs, but really it's my Lovey that is having a hard time right now. Please pray for him.
Friday night consisted us staying home and watching "The Mighty Ducks". A favorite of the Hubs. I cooked Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Broccoli and even a salad was put together. It was scrumptious. Mike had to get up early for work the next morning, so we both hit the sack a tad bit early compared to the norm.
Saturday was a good day. My BFF, Jaclyne and I, headed to the Lebanon Flea Market. Quite different I might add. I knew it was smaller that the favorite of mine (the Nashville Flea Market), but nothing compared to this. I think Jaclyne and I were only part of a handful consisting of white people. The rest were Hispanics. The majority of the booths were plain out junk, but I did leave there with a rose bush. I was planning on coming back with more flowers, but I just could not make up my mind on what. I'm excited about getting it planted. Saturday night, we stayed around the house and watched a favorite show of ours, "Wife Swap" and ate pizza.
Sunday was another good day. We slept in, which was a first for me in awhile, considering Kaci wakes me up bright and early either with her kisses, to play, or to potty. That cute face I never can resist. But thankfully, she woke me up about 8:30 to potty. Thinking we were up for the day, she scratched on the bedroom door, and went right to sleep once we both laid back down. I ended up doing some shopping with Jaclyne buying myself some new running shoes, and Mike a pair of jeans. Last night, Jaclyne and I did 2 miles worth of running and walking. It felt like I was walking on air. The ones I had been wearing was causing my back some serious aches due to them not having any support. I was excited. Jaclyne and I are doing this full force.
Anyways. Enough of me rambling. Hope everyone has an awesome day. Weather's beautiful! :)
Monday, May 18, 2009
Thursday, May 14, 2009
Couldn't Say it Better...
So I saw this framed picture in the Home Interiors Book, and the quote was something that I just smiled about.
The man who said it can't be done...should not interrupt the woman doing it.
The man who said it can't be done...should not interrupt the woman doing it.
Embarrassed.
As I mentioned in my last posting, I chose Subway as my pick of the day for lunch. I hurriedly make my way to the Subway 5 minutes up the road. Subway in my neck of the woods seems to be the hot spot for the local water company. I, for various reasons, wanted to make sure I was in and out before seeing any of those Water Boys.
My stomach's growling, my mouth is watering for the absolute freshest, most delicious vegetables I could get my hands on. I say politely say "6 inch Veggie on Honey Oats" to the young looking "Patel" girl behind the counter. I get it piled high to the max with everything minus jalapenos and pickles with a dab of mayo, mustard, oil & vinegar plus a sprinkle of salt and pepper. NOTE: For some reason they no longer have my whole wheat wraps. They must have brought along the Flat breads to take their place. Thumbs down.
I get up to the cash register who has such a nice little "Patel" man working behind it. "Card not working" in his foreign accent. "What? I know the funds are in there". So we tried a different card. "Card not working". At this point, I'm more embarrassed because I'm not only holding up the line, but I'm holding up the line filled with the water boys I used to take care of at the bank. You see, I try to avoid any past relationships of any kind considering that these guys used to have "words" with me. Call it what you like, but more like "hitting on me" is what I'd say. I would simply say, "Um, I'm in a relationship" and be done with it. But seeing these people now sort of is like a part of the past I really don't wanna see. Thanks to the nice little "Patel" man, he simply said, "You pay me later". I was thankful, but shocked that he would let me come back and give him money. Guess he saw how I was salivating over my Veggie Delight.
I hurriedly rushed to my bank thinking, "My husband works for you people, and my card gets denied?". Come to find out, due to the idiots trying to scam out the Retail systems throughout the community, my card got flagged. :(
Oh and by the way, I was a good girl, and took my nice little "Patel" man his money back. :)
My stomach's growling, my mouth is watering for the absolute freshest, most delicious vegetables I could get my hands on. I say politely say "6 inch Veggie on Honey Oats" to the young looking "Patel" girl behind the counter. I get it piled high to the max with everything minus jalapenos and pickles with a dab of mayo, mustard, oil & vinegar plus a sprinkle of salt and pepper. NOTE: For some reason they no longer have my whole wheat wraps. They must have brought along the Flat breads to take their place. Thumbs down.
I get up to the cash register who has such a nice little "Patel" man working behind it. "Card not working" in his foreign accent. "What? I know the funds are in there". So we tried a different card. "Card not working". At this point, I'm more embarrassed because I'm not only holding up the line, but I'm holding up the line filled with the water boys I used to take care of at the bank. You see, I try to avoid any past relationships of any kind considering that these guys used to have "words" with me. Call it what you like, but more like "hitting on me" is what I'd say. I would simply say, "Um, I'm in a relationship" and be done with it. But seeing these people now sort of is like a part of the past I really don't wanna see. Thanks to the nice little "Patel" man, he simply said, "You pay me later". I was thankful, but shocked that he would let me come back and give him money. Guess he saw how I was salivating over my Veggie Delight.
I hurriedly rushed to my bank thinking, "My husband works for you people, and my card gets denied?". Come to find out, due to the idiots trying to scam out the Retail systems throughout the community, my card got flagged. :(
Oh and by the way, I was a good girl, and took my nice little "Patel" man his money back. :)
Instead of....
Instead of this (which I love and I mean LOOOOVE) for lunch today...
I am investing in a better choice of.....
Minus the hardcore bread substituted by a whole wheat wrap.
I can do this, right? I have to.
Changes. Must. Occur.
**UPDATE: It was very easily consumed by my mouth. I enjoyed every bite! :) Hehe.**
I am investing in a better choice of.....
Minus the hardcore bread substituted by a whole wheat wrap.
I can do this, right? I have to.
Changes. Must. Occur.
**UPDATE: It was very easily consumed by my mouth. I enjoyed every bite! :) Hehe.**
Prayer in Writing.
Lord...
Thank you so much for being the God you are. The faithful friend that I always seem to abandon and come running back to in times of need. I thank you so much for loving me unconditionally no matter how many times I deny you. Thank you.
Lord, you have blessed me with a loving husband, a home, family and friends and I thank you for them. Lord, I pray for my husband. I pray that you give him the strength to continue doing such a great job at work. I pray that no matter how frustrating it gets, that he's sees the appreciation each customer has for him. I pray that you help me be the wife he needs when he gets home after a long, stressful day at work. I pray that I can be compassionate, understanding, and loving.
Lord, I pray for my "friend". Lord, you have a plan for her and her special friend. Lord, I know what they are dealing with is hard, and probably the most trying time throughout their relationship, but I know that if they seek you through this, then everything will work out.
Dear God, I pray for my younger brother, Josh. I pray that you keep him in the spirits he is today. He is such a wonderful person who has so much going for him, and ahead of him. I know that he will continue to look to you, Lord through all of this, and that you are in control.
I pray for my sister, Amber and her husband David as they are expecting their first baby. I pray that as Olivia continues to grow, that they both stay healthy. This is such an exciting time for them, and the family.
Lord, I thank you again for everything I have.
Amen! :)
Thank you so much for being the God you are. The faithful friend that I always seem to abandon and come running back to in times of need. I thank you so much for loving me unconditionally no matter how many times I deny you. Thank you.
Lord, you have blessed me with a loving husband, a home, family and friends and I thank you for them. Lord, I pray for my husband. I pray that you give him the strength to continue doing such a great job at work. I pray that no matter how frustrating it gets, that he's sees the appreciation each customer has for him. I pray that you help me be the wife he needs when he gets home after a long, stressful day at work. I pray that I can be compassionate, understanding, and loving.
Lord, I pray for my "friend". Lord, you have a plan for her and her special friend. Lord, I know what they are dealing with is hard, and probably the most trying time throughout their relationship, but I know that if they seek you through this, then everything will work out.
Dear God, I pray for my younger brother, Josh. I pray that you keep him in the spirits he is today. He is such a wonderful person who has so much going for him, and ahead of him. I know that he will continue to look to you, Lord through all of this, and that you are in control.
I pray for my sister, Amber and her husband David as they are expecting their first baby. I pray that as Olivia continues to grow, that they both stay healthy. This is such an exciting time for them, and the family.
Lord, I thank you again for everything I have.
Amen! :)
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
For the Month of May...
Mike and I have it pretty easy right now. Meaning...it's just him and I, and Kaci (if she truly counts!). Which leads to the fact we have no children to make sure they get to the endless activities that they will be apart of. So, I am calling this month, My Mellow Month. I have a pretty good list in my head that I would love to get accomplished/started before the month of May is over. Realistically, will all of them happen? Probably not, but hey...it's worth a shot!!
1. I would love to put Kaci in obedience classes. I think we have done quite well getting her used to things. People, places...everyday things. That Lil' girl is not afraid of anything!! However, she does need to learn a few of the basic commands. Sit, Lay, No Bark..that would be nice.
2. I would love to get our carpets cleaned. Whether professionally, or even renting a little thingamajigger from a store, I would love to get those cleaned!
3. Catch up on my reading. I still have yet to finish my last 2 books from the Twilight Series. I know, I am way behind!!
4. The endless talk of my running. I know this one wouldn't stop before the month is over..but good grief, get my butt out there and have a good running base down!
5. Clean all of the base boards in our house. During my first "Spring Cleaning"...I sort of forgot to do that part.
6. Plan a vacation. Have it down on the calendar and planned out for a weekend, or even something shy of a week. Take a get-a-way trip soon!
Now, let's see what of those get accomplished! :)
1. I would love to put Kaci in obedience classes. I think we have done quite well getting her used to things. People, places...everyday things. That Lil' girl is not afraid of anything!! However, she does need to learn a few of the basic commands. Sit, Lay, No Bark..that would be nice.
2. I would love to get our carpets cleaned. Whether professionally, or even renting a little thingamajigger from a store, I would love to get those cleaned!
3. Catch up on my reading. I still have yet to finish my last 2 books from the Twilight Series. I know, I am way behind!!
4. The endless talk of my running. I know this one wouldn't stop before the month is over..but good grief, get my butt out there and have a good running base down!
5. Clean all of the base boards in our house. During my first "Spring Cleaning"...I sort of forgot to do that part.
6. Plan a vacation. Have it down on the calendar and planned out for a weekend, or even something shy of a week. Take a get-a-way trip soon!
Now, let's see what of those get accomplished! :)
It Was So Good to Hear...
It's been at least 11 yrs since I have seen or spoke to my family who lives in Florida. My mom's side of the family including my Aunts, my Uncles, my cousins, any of them. I didn't even know my grandma had passed away until 3 yrs after it happened. And I guess, that is why I have always had a part of me that I felt was missing, and that was them (I know that sounds sappy, but I can't explain it any other way). Due to family disagreements, we lost touched. I was young, and really didn't have the ability or methods to keep in touch, so all of these years, things just fell apart...until last night.
My sister, Angela is heading to Winter Haven the 4th of June. I am so excited for her. I know she will have a great time. Wishing I could go, and even coming up with a plan of action, my husband and I decided that it probably wouldn't be best that I go considering just the situation with my job.
So, with that...I was able to get my Aunt Brenda's number from my sister. With lots of encouragement from my sister and my Lovey...I called. And it was just like old times when I would talk to her while she cut my hair. The memories I had of going fishing in the back yard with my Uncle Larry, seems so refreshing. It was almost like talking to my mom. The same voice, the same sense of humor. To hear about what all was going on with everyone was so nice. (I guess if that's the right word). Come to find out, the first Saturday of every April, is the Poole's family reunion. What I would do to be able to attend. My hubby has already promised that at some point in our lifetime, we will make a trip and see everyone. I would love for Mike to see a part of me that hasn't been seen in so long. I would love to show him where I grew up and went to Elementary School. I long for the day that we can do that.
Along with that, I will be definitely keeping in touch with my Aunt Brenda and Uncle Larry. They are even going to try and figure out Facebook!! :) Yayyyy!
Like I said, bottom line is, family is family, and that's all there is to it. :)
My sister, Angela is heading to Winter Haven the 4th of June. I am so excited for her. I know she will have a great time. Wishing I could go, and even coming up with a plan of action, my husband and I decided that it probably wouldn't be best that I go considering just the situation with my job.
So, with that...I was able to get my Aunt Brenda's number from my sister. With lots of encouragement from my sister and my Lovey...I called. And it was just like old times when I would talk to her while she cut my hair. The memories I had of going fishing in the back yard with my Uncle Larry, seems so refreshing. It was almost like talking to my mom. The same voice, the same sense of humor. To hear about what all was going on with everyone was so nice. (I guess if that's the right word). Come to find out, the first Saturday of every April, is the Poole's family reunion. What I would do to be able to attend. My hubby has already promised that at some point in our lifetime, we will make a trip and see everyone. I would love for Mike to see a part of me that hasn't been seen in so long. I would love to show him where I grew up and went to Elementary School. I long for the day that we can do that.
Along with that, I will be definitely keeping in touch with my Aunt Brenda and Uncle Larry. They are even going to try and figure out Facebook!! :) Yayyyy!
Like I said, bottom line is, family is family, and that's all there is to it. :)
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