I didn't realize how long it had been since I last posted? Anyways, it has been pretty uneventful here in Andersonville.
I am excited for some friends of ours. They had a rough couple of months but things are looking up for them. It amazes me how things work out. I am also excited that some of our other friends are going to be in town next month. We haven't seen each other in over a year! I love it when we get together.
My exercising has been on the back burner. I have not been running in over a week. I just can't get myself out of bed. I hope to find my enthusiasm for running again very soon. I know a lot of it has to do with it being so hot. So come on cooler weather! I wanted to go back to WW in July, well it doesn't look like I will be back until the end of Sept. I am just having a hard time justifying the money for a weigh in right now. I really wish there was a gym in town. I would love to join the Centre, but I am not 100% confident that I will go enough every week to get my money out of it. I keep looking for some inspiration, so if anyone has any let me know!
Bailee is doing great! She is talking more and more. She loves Mickey Mouse Playhouse. We have to watch at least two episodes a day if not more. The babysitter is starting to work with the 3-4 year olds on letters, numbers, and shapes. And she has Bailee sit with them and draw and listen. She brought home her paperwork from the week and it made me a little sad, my baby isn't a baby. She loves being called a 'big girl'. I wish we could have another child? But if it doesn't happen we are blessed to have Bailee.
Well that is all I got! I hope that everyone has a great weekend!
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Update 8-8
All I have to say WOW what a week.
I had a rollercoaster of emotions this week. I had such an emotional day Tuesday, I just started talking to someone and started crying my eyes out. Then Wednesday I was fine, nothing bothered me. Then Thursday, was the bus accident. And I cried all day. And today I have been crying off and on all day for various reasons. Poor Jim, he is really tired of the unstable wife thing.
On Saturday, I started cooking breakfast eggs and bacon. And I had had enough! Of my frying pan. Lets just say if you want 2 eggs I have to make 3 because some much sticks to my non-stick pan you end up with 1.5 eggs. So I did research on frying pans and decided that I have to get one today.
So I went to Washington. When I was driving there I started to think of the Band members going down the road and having a great time on the buses, not having a care in the world. I thought about my own experiences with bus trips. I started getting nervous and scared and I started to cry. Those trips for the kids will never be the same.
After 2 hours of deciding which pan I wanted and how much I was willing to pay I finally got one and I love it!
I am sorry that this post is a little all over the place but that is how I am feeling at the moment.
I had a rollercoaster of emotions this week. I had such an emotional day Tuesday, I just started talking to someone and started crying my eyes out. Then Wednesday I was fine, nothing bothered me. Then Thursday, was the bus accident. And I cried all day. And today I have been crying off and on all day for various reasons. Poor Jim, he is really tired of the unstable wife thing.
On Saturday, I started cooking breakfast eggs and bacon. And I had had enough! Of my frying pan. Lets just say if you want 2 eggs I have to make 3 because some much sticks to my non-stick pan you end up with 1.5 eggs. So I did research on frying pans and decided that I have to get one today.
So I went to Washington. When I was driving there I started to think of the Band members going down the road and having a great time on the buses, not having a care in the world. I thought about my own experiences with bus trips. I started getting nervous and scared and I started to cry. Those trips for the kids will never be the same.
After 2 hours of deciding which pan I wanted and how much I was willing to pay I finally got one and I love it!
I am sorry that this post is a little all over the place but that is how I am feeling at the moment.
Friday, July 30, 2010
Update 7-30-2010
I had a great week! Well, anything would be great compared to last week.
Well like I had mention in my last update post, my life change took a huge leap! I got my transcripts back and I have well over the required 60 hours, so I don’t have to take any college courses. I am not exactly sure if I am going to like being in a school for 7-8 hours a day, so I am going to sub to see if the school thing is for me. I have decided that I am going to keep my job that I have now, due to the fact that it covers Bailee and I’s insurance, and it is still a steady income. I am applying for sub jobs in St James and maybe Cuba? We will see.
Jim and I had a date night Tuesday! I really wanted some BBQ, but we ended up at Applebee’s instead. I just really like the steak with the shrimp and cheese on top. I also had an alcoholic beverage, Jim just laughed at me because I was light headed after one drink. We took the back roads home and just talked it exactly what I needed. Husband and wife time!
So I guess the last thing I need to talk about is my running or the lack of. I did run twice this week. I set my alarm for 5:10 every morning but I can’t get out of bed, which is very unusual for me. I am a morning person! Anyways, Sunday is August 1st the beginning of a new month and a new start for me. I found this great idea from another blog. I got a calendar page with a scene of the beach on it and for everyday I exercise I put a sticker on that day. I love this idea, even though it might be a little corny. One because the beach theme calendar page reminds me that the next time I go on a cruise I want to be skinnier than I am now. Two, it is a great way to visualize what I have accomplished for the month. I also found a motivational calendar too that I printed out. I plan on putting one up in the bathroom and kitchen. I also hope to talk to a trainer in the next few weeks? We will have to see how the money situation is on that one.
I hope that everyone has a great weekend! Talk to you soon.
Well like I had mention in my last update post, my life change took a huge leap! I got my transcripts back and I have well over the required 60 hours, so I don’t have to take any college courses. I am not exactly sure if I am going to like being in a school for 7-8 hours a day, so I am going to sub to see if the school thing is for me. I have decided that I am going to keep my job that I have now, due to the fact that it covers Bailee and I’s insurance, and it is still a steady income. I am applying for sub jobs in St James and maybe Cuba? We will see.
Jim and I had a date night Tuesday! I really wanted some BBQ, but we ended up at Applebee’s instead. I just really like the steak with the shrimp and cheese on top. I also had an alcoholic beverage, Jim just laughed at me because I was light headed after one drink. We took the back roads home and just talked it exactly what I needed. Husband and wife time!
So I guess the last thing I need to talk about is my running or the lack of. I did run twice this week. I set my alarm for 5:10 every morning but I can’t get out of bed, which is very unusual for me. I am a morning person! Anyways, Sunday is August 1st the beginning of a new month and a new start for me. I found this great idea from another blog. I got a calendar page with a scene of the beach on it and for everyday I exercise I put a sticker on that day. I love this idea, even though it might be a little corny. One because the beach theme calendar page reminds me that the next time I go on a cruise I want to be skinnier than I am now. Two, it is a great way to visualize what I have accomplished for the month. I also found a motivational calendar too that I printed out. I plan on putting one up in the bathroom and kitchen. I also hope to talk to a trainer in the next few weeks? We will have to see how the money situation is on that one.
I hope that everyone has a great weekend! Talk to you soon.
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Playing the "Do you know Who I am?" card
Living in a small town I have noticed several things. One of the major ones is that certain last names have weight in a town. How they got that way I have no idea, I am sure it was all established many, many years ago before I got here. I know that some get it for what they have done for the town, what jobs they might have in the town and others what trouble they have caused.
Being that my husband is now the Chief of Police, this has become a sore subject with me. If I would get pulled over for speeding,which I have and have gotten a ticket recently and let's face it I do have a lead foot at times, I would totally be fine if a police officer pulled me over. They are doing there job. When they pull me over and realize that my husband is there boss, do I expect to get out of the ticket? NO! In fact, my husband has told them if they see me speeding to pull me over and give me a ticket. I would NEVER say, "Do you know who I am?" Police officers are trained to not to profile people, but to stop people for there actions if being unlawful.
Recently, there are new officers in town. They also have no idea who is who in this town and I think that is great! They will and have pulled people over not because who they are, but because they were breaking the law. I applaud them! When certain people get pulled over and use the line,"Do you know who I am?" I think it is great when the officer says, "Nope" and continue on with there job letting them know why they were pulled over. It amazes me that these people think they are above the law. That they can speed through town and then complain about the speeding down main street! Really, I don't get it.
If you think that you are so great that you have to flaunt who you are, shouldn't you be the one to show a good example to other citizens in this town?
Being that my husband is now the Chief of Police, this has become a sore subject with me. If I would get pulled over for speeding,which I have and have gotten a ticket recently and let's face it I do have a lead foot at times, I would totally be fine if a police officer pulled me over. They are doing there job. When they pull me over and realize that my husband is there boss, do I expect to get out of the ticket? NO! In fact, my husband has told them if they see me speeding to pull me over and give me a ticket. I would NEVER say, "Do you know who I am?" Police officers are trained to not to profile people, but to stop people for there actions if being unlawful.
Recently, there are new officers in town. They also have no idea who is who in this town and I think that is great! They will and have pulled people over not because who they are, but because they were breaking the law. I applaud them! When certain people get pulled over and use the line,"Do you know who I am?" I think it is great when the officer says, "Nope" and continue on with there job letting them know why they were pulled over. It amazes me that these people think they are above the law. That they can speed through town and then complain about the speeding down main street! Really, I don't get it.
If you think that you are so great that you have to flaunt who you are, shouldn't you be the one to show a good example to other citizens in this town?
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Update 7-20-2010
So not much to report. I did buy me something with the $50 I bought some Scentsy at Chrissy party. I really can't wait to get it.
I have decided to make another life change. I have decided to get out of the retail game and become a Teachers Aide. I have a few hurdles to jump but nothing I can't handle. I don't have the 60 hours so I have to go back to college and get the rest of my hours. I have always had a soft spot for special need kids. So I would love to be an Aide in those classes. I got the ball rolling this week on getting to my goal.
This is a special week of remembrance for me. My dad died 9 years ago. I won't bore you with all the details. I just wish I could have seen his face when he saw Bailee for the first time.
Anyways, on the exercising and healthy front not a great week. I did run last week 4 days and it looks like this week will be 4 days. I skipped this morning. Bailee woke up at 11 and had a 101 temp. By the morning it was normal, but really worried Jim and me.
So that is it!
I have decided to make another life change. I have decided to get out of the retail game and become a Teachers Aide. I have a few hurdles to jump but nothing I can't handle. I don't have the 60 hours so I have to go back to college and get the rest of my hours. I have always had a soft spot for special need kids. So I would love to be an Aide in those classes. I got the ball rolling this week on getting to my goal.
This is a special week of remembrance for me. My dad died 9 years ago. I won't bore you with all the details. I just wish I could have seen his face when he saw Bailee for the first time.
Anyways, on the exercising and healthy front not a great week. I did run last week 4 days and it looks like this week will be 4 days. I skipped this morning. Bailee woke up at 11 and had a 101 temp. By the morning it was normal, but really worried Jim and me.
So that is it!
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
What would you buy?
I got some birthday money! And I am not sure what to get? I got $50, I am thinking about getting something just for me, like a outfit or perfume, but then I really could use a new frying pan. So I am taking suggestions? Practical or not?
Friday, July 9, 2010
July 9, 2010
So another birthday has come and gone. But this year was different for a couple of reasons.
I gave myself a Birthday Party. I asked a couple of friends to go with me to the Blue Beagle in Rolla and for pie afterwards. I haven't been out with friends in a very long time. We had a great time. For those who don't know the Blue Beagle is a paint your own ceramics store. They had some really great pieces, I paints 3 small plates. I wanted to start out small, because I am not an artist. But now I wish I would have done another piece, oh well guess I will be going back. After, we left the BB we went to Slice of Pie. Now for those that aren't in the area, I am sorry. Because you are missing the best pie ever! Thank goodness they didn't run out of French Silk. I really had a great time, sitting there chatting about everything under the sun. And enjoying the company of friends. I really hope that we can do this on a more regular basis.
This year I weigh less than I did last year. This has never ever happen to me. It is a good feeling, however I am still not satisfied and lets face it I never will be. I did run twice this week and I feel pretty good about it. I realized that as much as I hate the act of doing it I so enjoy the after effect it has on me. And the fact the cool shower afterwards is so relaxing. I was going to run this morning but it is raining so I guess I will be back at it Monday. I am excited to say the my husband is starting to run again. I think I finally got to him! About time I was starting to give up. Having him on board keeps me going, because I am not ever going to be the bigger one in this marriage.
Well, I hope that everyone had a great week and has a terrific weekend! By the way, for those who live in town, go to the farmers market and get some Amish sourdough bread. OMG! Jim went last week and got some, he will be going back this week and every week. And you are helping out local people! It is a good thing. (Had a Martha Stewart moment)
I gave myself a Birthday Party. I asked a couple of friends to go with me to the Blue Beagle in Rolla and for pie afterwards. I haven't been out with friends in a very long time. We had a great time. For those who don't know the Blue Beagle is a paint your own ceramics store. They had some really great pieces, I paints 3 small plates. I wanted to start out small, because I am not an artist. But now I wish I would have done another piece, oh well guess I will be going back. After, we left the BB we went to Slice of Pie. Now for those that aren't in the area, I am sorry. Because you are missing the best pie ever! Thank goodness they didn't run out of French Silk. I really had a great time, sitting there chatting about everything under the sun. And enjoying the company of friends. I really hope that we can do this on a more regular basis.
This year I weigh less than I did last year. This has never ever happen to me. It is a good feeling, however I am still not satisfied and lets face it I never will be. I did run twice this week and I feel pretty good about it. I realized that as much as I hate the act of doing it I so enjoy the after effect it has on me. And the fact the cool shower afterwards is so relaxing. I was going to run this morning but it is raining so I guess I will be back at it Monday. I am excited to say the my husband is starting to run again. I think I finally got to him! About time I was starting to give up. Having him on board keeps me going, because I am not ever going to be the bigger one in this marriage.
Well, I hope that everyone had a great week and has a terrific weekend! By the way, for those who live in town, go to the farmers market and get some Amish sourdough bread. OMG! Jim went last week and got some, he will be going back this week and every week. And you are helping out local people! It is a good thing. (Had a Martha Stewart moment)
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