Happy Anniversary!

Today I celebrate 12 years with my husband, Jim. And I have to admit this year I feel that our marriage has grown and gotten stronger this year than any other year. And I am sure that going into our 12th year together we will have rough days or weeks, but I know that with everything we have been through we can make it to the other side.

We went to church this morning and it was very emotional. My dear friend, Grandma Wanda wasn't there, but her whole family was. I could only imagine the huge smile that is on Grandma Wanda's face, knowing how proud she would have been seeing everyone there. As some of y'all know that Grandma Wanda was not my grandmother, but my friends Ashley's G-ma. I have always just called her Grandma Wanda. I have so many wonderful memories, words of encouragement from her and laughter. I remember the first time we went to church with Bailee and how she held her. And told me what a great mom I was and how beautiful my family is. We would always sit and talk before church, telling me about her past, the cute things Hunter and Graysen said that week or we just sat there looking at the alter. She has a very special place in my heart. She will be truly missed.

A Lift to my Day

I have not lost a ton of weight, but I have lost 15lbs. Which you would think I would be in a smaller size? Right?

I was at work and I was thinking about my trip to Texas and how I am in need of some shorts for running and capri pants. So they had some really cute capri pants, so I tried some on. Thinking that I should not have to get anything with a 'W' behind the number, I confidently got the size that I thought I should be. I thought the size I got wasn't unrealistic, I have gotten things in this size before. So I go to the dressing room and to my horror they didn't fit. I could have cried! And I mean the ugly cry! I am still upset about it. I didn't get the capri pants because I couldn't go up in another size, not because I am vain because they don't make them that high in the misses section. I did get some short for running and some shirts. (yes they have a 'W' on the tag)

For those who can walk into any store and pick things off the rack, I am very jealous. I hate the fact that I can't go into Macy's and find things that are stylish and cute in my size. No I have to go to the next floor up! Yes there is a 3rd floor. Have you ever been up there? It is laughable! Really. Next time you go to the mall go to the plus section and try to fine a cute outfit! I dare you!

So I get home, still in a crappy mood and what is in my mail box? A card from Bethany! She sent me 2 CD's so that I have some music to listen to while I run in Texas, since I won't have my running buddy with me! The front of the card says, "Live inspired, Live on your own terms, Live in the moment" I cried when I read those words. Because I feel that I am living all of those things. And a stupid label with numbers is not going to hold me back.

Thank you Bethany! You have no idea how much that card means to me.

My Tuesday Morning.

Last night, Jim and I kicked Jake(our dog) out of our room last night, because Jake is a bed hog and I wanted to have a good night sleep.

So this morning Jim got in the shower first, because he had to go in early, no big deal it is Tuesday! A little different routine won't hurt? So I finally get in the shower and realized that Jake was in bed with us last night! I know I didn't let him in the room last night so I asked Jim? Nope he didn't either! I yelled at Jim, "Go check on Bailee" I was thinking someone came into our house and kidnapped Bailee ! No, she was in here room sleeping. RELIEVED! Still not sure how Jake got in the room, but whatever?

Tuesday is trash day, so got the trash ready and saw that the neighborhood hoodlum dogs got the neighbors trash strung out everywhere! I was mad! I knew that the neighbors weren't home so they aren't going to pick it up, so I decided that before I leave for work I would at least kick it together as best as I could for the trash men. I finished getting me and Bailee ready. I kept reminding myself don't forget your wallet that is in the computer room. (Had to buy my airplane tickets for my Texas trip because my wallet is ALWAYS in my car!)

So Bailee and I are headed out the door!

phone-check in hand

wallet-check in hand

Coat for Bailee-check on her

Keys-check put in pocket

pen-check put in pocket

money-check put in pocket

Went and put Bailee in the car seat. Oh yeah, be a good neighbor and kick there garbage together for the nice trash men! DONE!

Get the keys from my pocket and off to the babysitters (she lives in Valley View, and for those you don't live here that is about 5 miles from my house)

On the way to the babysitter I look down to find my phone and my wallet, crap! Where did I leave it last? Did I put it on the trunk of the car? No if I did I would have seen it before getting in right? Did I put it on the washer and dryer when putting Bailee's coat on? That is it! That is where it should be, so after dropping Bailee off go back home!

So I go back home and open the door and no wallet or cell phone! Oh shit!!! Yes I said it and own it! I did leave them on the back of my car! Okay no big deal! It is early in the morning and it is rainy and cold so no one is really out and about. I drove up and down our street 10 times before I saw my phone in 3 peices. No problem I need a new phone! Put it back together and it works for the most part. So my wallet must be close. My wallet is a clutch and the clasp is broken so it doesn't shut so all of my coupon and gift cards will probably be tossed out and a little easier to spot. I parked the car and walked up and down Sidney no wallet. I did see a gentleman walking so I got back into the car and asked him if he saw a blue wallet. Nope!

What to do? Go ahead and drive back to the babysitter and see if the wallet stayed on the car when I turned onto 68! Because a wallet can't stay on the car that long. No wallet. Kept driving through town and over the railroad tracks, it couldn't stay on after going over the railroad tracks? No wallet! At this point, I was like I might as well go all the way to the babysitters house I am so close. I turned on DD, which has a 'S' curve and there it was MY WALLET! I couldn't believe it! The only thing that was out of it was the gift cards. And I was able to find them. I was overjoyed!

I just hope that when I was driving through town with my wallet on the back of my car, someone had a really good laugh!

Pump Me Up!

Okay so I am in need of some suggestions. I need to know what Pumps you up, music that is. I am trying to get some up beat songs to listen to while I run when I am in Texas. I love all types of music, old or new stuff!

I would appreciate any suggestions, so don't be shy!

Texas here we come!

I have been unusually busy the past couple of weeks. And I really don't remember what I have been busy doing? Oh well, that is life I guess.

I have been going back and forth on my mode of travel to Texas. I was going to fly, but now I am driving. Jim and I have things going on that I really need to be more flexible if I need to return home. However, there are a lot of people out there who aren't happy with my decision. They prefer that I fly. I understand why they feel this way, less likely to get into an accident. But I really enjoy driving. I love listening to the radio and turning it up on my favorite songs and singing at the top of my lungs.

Yes I am taking Bailee with me. We have done a 16 hour car ride with her and she did fine and I am sure that the 13 hour car ride will be the same. I plan on leaving at 3 in the morning that should get me to Oklahoma by the time she would normally get up. And it will be a great time to take a break. And the rest of the trip I am going to wing it.

So the other concern I have is my running. Chrissy and I are officially over the 2 mile mark! And I am worried that when I get to Texas that I won't be as discipline at running like I am now. We are still running 5-6 days a week. So please text me, call me, email me to see if I am getting out there. I am so excited for Chrissy, this weekend she is doing a 5K in Springfield! I know that she is going to do a great job. (You go girl!)

That is about all that I can think of now. I hope that everyone has a great week and enjoy this beautiful weather in Missouri.

Men in Uniforms/Running

So the elementary school had a benefit at McD's tonight, so Jim called and said he would pick up dinner, even though I had dinner made. (Sorry Chrissy, I only had half of my burger) We try to help out good causes when we can. So Jim goes inside to get our dinner and was approached by a certain someone, I was told by Jim I can't use names, and asked if he was there to arrest someone or make a scene. He said, "No, just coming to get dinner and help out your school" The person was very serious.

Okay this is why I am mad. Just because my husband wears a uniform doesn't mean he is there to make a "scene". He wears a uniform to serve, protect and support our community. The police are not the bad guys! And when it is my husband that puts his neck out for others and then gets treated unkindly it makes me furious. I was thinking that when Bailee is older and Jim isn't able to come home and change his clothes what will people say. And how is this going to effect her. Will she be embarrassed when her father shows up in uniform, because others think he is there to make an arrest. I hope she never feels that way.

I also wanted to update everyone on my progress! Chrissy and I were able to run a 1.5 miles with out stopping. She has a wonderful blog about our accomplishment, please visit it for the details. As many of you know I am not the picture of perfect health, but I am getting out there and doing it. I must admit that running is not really my favorite thing to do at 6 am in 10 degree weather, but the feeling that I get after I am done is so worth it. If you are on the fence about getting out there and exercising please jump over the fence and do it. You might not get the warm fuzzy good for you feeling at first, but give it about 2 weeks and your body and mind will change.

Wishing everyone a great and safe weekend.