The world continues to turn and I can't find the stop button or the get off button. The weekend was busy and rest time was at a premium. Bowling was OK but I have had better days. It was probably a result of being distracted and not focused on what I was doing. Maybe I need something to beat on so I can clear the cobwebs .... oh, here Booger! One thing nice about right now is that I have both the Baseball Playoffs and Football to distract me.
On the work scene not much has changed. People get cold when it is 70 degrees and blow circuit breakers with their personal space heaters. What will they do when it really gets cold like down to 60 degrees? Once again fixing stupid reigns supreme. Hurry up and move the web site and not take any consideration as to what else gets broken. Oh, lets not forget that if you don't want to work, pass it off to others and then blame them when it breaks.
Part of my day Saturday was spent with four elementary age kids. A new youth group started up at church and I couldn't say no when asked to help out. I best be exercising so I can keep up with them. Also, I love pizza, cookies, and chocolate milk dinners.
Wild Mom is breaking the motor home in as she camps a lot waiting for my brother to show up. At least she isn't adding on to the sonny-do list. I need to get busy and book a flight down there to see her.
Lady is working hard getting caught up and freeing up time to spend with #1.
#1 has been here almost a week now. He was able to see all his bowling buddies. Of course, he tried to impress us with his smack but we know better. He leaves tomorrow to head home and start the work grind. We have enjoyed the visit but are ready for him to go but to also hurry back when he gets some more vacation time.
#2 has been busy working or hanging out with carrot-top this past week. It is funny sometimes listening to his stories from work. Gee, haven't I heard those similar words before? Hmmmm.
Princess is her usual self. Bowling with her was fun as usual and something to look forward too. Though she has been listening to #1 too much and thinks she can beat me. School, work and friends seem to be the main push of her life right now. Except when she grills me about a new Ford Truck. Booger is a big brown pain in the butt and I don't mean skid mark like. Hmmm, I wonder were that mark on her neck come from? Big Mosquito?
Lew and Lil Princess were once again a thrill. Lew even acted grownup on Sunday and things were really fun. I guess I will have to start carrying the camera around so I can get pics of Lil Princess. This Sunday I had her grinning and smiling for a long time as we played on the floor. I think a few people were amazed at how much she was responding.
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Friday, October 12, 2007
Extra High Soap Box
I have been asked several times lately why my mood on MySpace is listed as "pissed." Well, I am. I am disappointed in the shallowness of some people who are allowing themselves to once again be used. I am pissed because it effects my family. I have heard countless times on the back deck how, "I hate how I was used ... all they wanted was to get me to do or give up something." Now I am watching those same ones walk right down that road. "Duh, haven't we learned anything?" To ask for help and support and then turn right around and do the same thing is a clear sign that perhaps your motivation the first time wasn't there and perhaps it was just a chance to use someone else to gain something. To me the bond of a family is special and right along side is the bond of a friend. Right now I am seeing that to some that means diddly squat and I am pissed that it has happened.
I know everyone makes choices and for the most part they are good or bad. But along with any choice comes consequences both good and bad. I am at the point that I am not looking away any more, I am tired on waiting for someone to make the right choice on their own, to me it is time to be proactive and make some choices of my own regardless of the consequences.
If you are confused and want to know specifics, then call me, don't text or message or email me ... talk to my face.
If you are pissed off about this then please delete the URL for this link and delete me from your friends list. Because, obviously your view of friendship or family is nothing like mine. But don't expect me to look away anymore.
I know everyone makes choices and for the most part they are good or bad. But along with any choice comes consequences both good and bad. I am at the point that I am not looking away any more, I am tired on waiting for someone to make the right choice on their own, to me it is time to be proactive and make some choices of my own regardless of the consequences.
If you are confused and want to know specifics, then call me, don't text or message or email me ... talk to my face.
If you are pissed off about this then please delete the URL for this link and delete me from your friends list. Because, obviously your view of friendship or family is nothing like mine. But don't expect me to look away anymore.
Nuts!!
 I taste like Peanut Butter.I am one of the most blendable flavours; I go with sweet, I go with sour, I go with bland, I go with anything. I am practical and good company, but have something of a tendency to hang around when I'm not wanted, unaware that my presence is not welcome. What Flavour Are You? |
Thursday, October 11, 2007
Quickie Update
Let me see, where do I start. Work is the same and despite my best efforts to "fix stupid" the people keep finding ways to evade the fix. These are the same ones now bringing their home laptops to work so they can do some work. It is only a matter of time till someone launches a virus and ruins a few days of my life. If you don't know how to connect a ethernet cable in order to get internet and email ... who is to say you know how to update your virus protection. Other than that the new server is almost done and that will eat up a Saturday.
Bowling is fine. The kid's split (2-2) with Michaela setting a 58 average. The Adult league team went 7-0 against a team we always struggle with but there are 27 weeks to go and a lot can happen.
Wild Mom is camping in the Motorhome. She loves being in the woods and releasing her wild side. All I can do is wait for the Sheriff's phone call. Everything is set for the cruise and all we have to do is wait.
Lady is happy since #1 is home for a week. Work is the same, too much to do with too little time. Also keeping her smiling is her new curtains for the living room arrived.
#1 is home and visiting all his friends. It is fun having him here. I would have expected maybe the Colorado air to help improve his looks but I was proved wrong. He is now a Broncos/Rockies lover.
#2 is working a fairly irregular schedule, so we never know when he will be home or gone. He is turning into a regular game junkie who knows everything about every game. I still don't understand his trade of a Wii for a 360. Maybe he subscribed to his brothers theory of the "game cheats" when he lost and traded for an honest game box.
Princess is working several nights a week and going to school. Her grades seem to be OK though it is a few more weeks until the final ones. She finally chose her excursions for the cruise. Jet Boat acrobatics for someone who gets car-sick is hard for me to grasp. Booger is the same. Too stupid to learn.
Lew and Serenity spent the weekend and kept us busy. we celebrated Lew's 4th birthday and had some fun. The Leapster kept him busy and the DVD's got a rest.
Bowling is fine. The kid's split (2-2) with Michaela setting a 58 average. The Adult league team went 7-0 against a team we always struggle with but there are 27 weeks to go and a lot can happen.
Wild Mom is camping in the Motorhome. She loves being in the woods and releasing her wild side. All I can do is wait for the Sheriff's phone call. Everything is set for the cruise and all we have to do is wait.
Lady is happy since #1 is home for a week. Work is the same, too much to do with too little time. Also keeping her smiling is her new curtains for the living room arrived.
#1 is home and visiting all his friends. It is fun having him here. I would have expected maybe the Colorado air to help improve his looks but I was proved wrong. He is now a Broncos/Rockies lover.
#2 is working a fairly irregular schedule, so we never know when he will be home or gone. He is turning into a regular game junkie who knows everything about every game. I still don't understand his trade of a Wii for a 360. Maybe he subscribed to his brothers theory of the "game cheats" when he lost and traded for an honest game box.
Princess is working several nights a week and going to school. Her grades seem to be OK though it is a few more weeks until the final ones. She finally chose her excursions for the cruise. Jet Boat acrobatics for someone who gets car-sick is hard for me to grasp. Booger is the same. Too stupid to learn.
Lew and Serenity spent the weekend and kept us busy. we celebrated Lew's 4th birthday and had some fun. The Leapster kept him busy and the DVD's got a rest.
Monday, October 01, 2007
Brrrr
The weekend is over and I am back at work. Talk about a downer! The highlight of the weekend was spending it with two great grand kids ... Punk and Lil Princess. It was tiring but a lot of fun. Of course, I had a lot of time to hold Lil Princess. That was nice, as Princess has grown up and doesn't care for that anymore. Like usual, the naps were a great part of it too. After several weeks of missing our Mexican food at El Agave, we made it this weekend. Sunday was filled with Bowling and the newest addition to our team bowled and managed to average 31 for the three games. We should get some nice handicap from her like perhaps 155 pins. 9 Days till #1 shows up. I know we are all looking forward to seeing him since it has been about 5 months since his last visit. #2 learned the joys of working and being the new kid on the job. he was called in on Sunday to help with inventory. I even had a friend who observed him when he came to their house and commented on how much he has grown up. We got into a fight since they obviously weren't talking about #2 and I didn't want them to ruin his reputation. I didn't see too much of Princess between work, fire stations and my schedule. We did spend time on Sunday bowling and I really enjoyed it. On the downside, I miss our Saturday dates, sniff, sniff. Shoot, she even thought she would beat me in bowling. Now, that is a kid with high expectations! I best help her come back down to earth and face reality. Even #1 tried to climb that mountain and only manage to slide back down a little muddier and wiser for the attempt. Booger hasn't changed and spent most of the weekend in trouble. Lady about barbecued him after he stole some meat from the counter. "If that dog eats it then I will still get to cook it even in him." There will be a day when enough is enough.
Well, NY Mets really showed us how great they were. Someone needs to stamp a big "L" on their forehead.
Best thing about the Redskins bye week is that they didn't blow the lead and lose again. Maybe if they hired Parcells he could bring us a winning team?
I hope Atlanta Braves go home now and figure out if they will play next year like they are capable of or will they just settle for some .500 ball.
Baseball without Juicer Bonds. How nice that sounds. I hope some other baseball owners keep their integrity and let him sit on the sidelines forever!
I still maintain there is no rehabbing a convicted sex offender ... when will we learn?
##### ##### #####
Well, NY Mets really showed us how great they were. Someone needs to stamp a big "L" on their forehead.
Best thing about the Redskins bye week is that they didn't blow the lead and lose again. Maybe if they hired Parcells he could bring us a winning team?
I hope Atlanta Braves go home now and figure out if they will play next year like they are capable of or will they just settle for some .500 ball.
Baseball without Juicer Bonds. How nice that sounds. I hope some other baseball owners keep their integrity and let him sit on the sidelines forever!
I still maintain there is no rehabbing a convicted sex offender ... when will we learn?
Friday, September 28, 2007
2007 Renn Faire
Some pictures from the Renn Faire. There would have been more but my batteries were almost dead and I didn't have any spares. :)
A little MayPole action ...
Scene from "Fight School"
Learning about "QuarterStaffs"
Elephants to Ride ... Maybe they were used to haul in some of those ladies who were busting out of their costumes. :)
Looking down one of the many lanes ...
Another direction ...
Celtic, Irish, Scottish music ... By Molly.
the dancer on the left danced the Irish jigs.
This young Lass was good as she danced to the Scottish music. I was impressed how fast she went and the floor of the stage was painted and unfinished two X fours. No indoor dance stage for her. If memory serves me, she could beat out 170 steps a minute.
My Favorite ... The O'Danny Girls ...
A little closer ... but far enough away to keep it PG.
All in all it was a grand time to be had by all. Till next time or next year ...
A little MayPole action ...
Scene from "Fight School"
Learning about "QuarterStaffs"
Elephants to Ride ... Maybe they were used to haul in some of those ladies who were busting out of their costumes. :)
Looking down one of the many lanes ...
Another direction ...
Celtic, Irish, Scottish music ... By Molly.
the dancer on the left danced the Irish jigs.
This young Lass was good as she danced to the Scottish music. I was impressed how fast she went and the floor of the stage was painted and unfinished two X fours. No indoor dance stage for her. If memory serves me, she could beat out 170 steps a minute.
My Favorite ... The O'Danny Girls ...
A little closer ... but far enough away to keep it PG.
All in all it was a grand time to be had by all. Till next time or next year ...
Fall is near.
Well, another weekend is upon us. I survived the week with minimal damage. The weather is so nice I find myself wishing I had a good reason to go back to the Renn Faire. It is mid-70's, low humidity and lots of sun. Not sure what is on the weekend agenda. I think tonight is Logan's Road House. Beer and beef ... God's staple for the real man.
Two months until the December cruise.
Six months until Nationals in Albuquerque NM.
Eight months till a Graduation Cruise to somewhere.
Work is the same. Several hardware changes are in the process of getting setup and should provide me a chance for some unpaid overtime. What a country! Tom has been in Charlotte NC. all week goofing off, actually he is supposed to be attending a convention but he will never tell.
Wild Mom is fine and preparing for her #2 son to come home from England for a few weeks.
Lady is fine. She is enduring the audit and staff meetings. I wonder if I could convince her to quit and runaway with me?
#1 will be here in two weeks. What can we do to entertain him? Hmmmm.
#2 continues to work a schedule that bounces all over the clock and days. But it is work. And he gets to deal with all the new games, could we say perpetual childhood?
Princess is still in school. She has missed a few days due to personal stuff. I haven't heard much on how school is going or her personal life lately. Who knows, maybe one day I will. Booger is still the same crap-colored pain in the tush.
Sure hope I can see Lil Princess and Lew this weekend. It is a bummer when mom works all the time. I miss those evening visits.
Not much from Kritty this week. She is driving that new car all the time and she hasn't figured a way to get Internet in the car yet. Maybe by December the newness will wear off and she will drop by again.
Ashley is working hard at her new job so that is why she hasn't been by.
My friend Blue is recovering from a medical problem in Terra Haute Indiana. Get well, dude and hurry back to Virginia.
Two months until the December cruise.
Six months until Nationals in Albuquerque NM.
Eight months till a Graduation Cruise to somewhere.
Work is the same. Several hardware changes are in the process of getting setup and should provide me a chance for some unpaid overtime. What a country! Tom has been in Charlotte NC. all week goofing off, actually he is supposed to be attending a convention but he will never tell.
Wild Mom is fine and preparing for her #2 son to come home from England for a few weeks.
Lady is fine. She is enduring the audit and staff meetings. I wonder if I could convince her to quit and runaway with me?
#1 will be here in two weeks. What can we do to entertain him? Hmmmm.
#2 continues to work a schedule that bounces all over the clock and days. But it is work. And he gets to deal with all the new games, could we say perpetual childhood?
Princess is still in school. She has missed a few days due to personal stuff. I haven't heard much on how school is going or her personal life lately. Who knows, maybe one day I will. Booger is still the same crap-colored pain in the tush.
Sure hope I can see Lil Princess and Lew this weekend. It is a bummer when mom works all the time. I miss those evening visits.
Not much from Kritty this week. She is driving that new car all the time and she hasn't figured a way to get Internet in the car yet. Maybe by December the newness will wear off and she will drop by again.
Ashley is working hard at her new job so that is why she hasn't been by.
My friend Blue is recovering from a medical problem in Terra Haute Indiana. Get well, dude and hurry back to Virginia.
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Monday, September 24, 2007
Arrrrrgh
Well, the Renaissance Faire was a blast. Where else can you see great scenery and entertainment? The theme this weekend was Pirates. We went to several shows featuring Celtic, Irish, Scottish and gypsy music. The crowd was larger this year but we managed to see all we wanted too. The O'Danny Girls are still my favorite followed closely by Fight School. Lady liked the men in tights, it appeared that there were more of them this year. I still believe some of the women walking around the faire have no business wearing a corset that small. One old woman had them squeezed in so much the blood veins were popping out. My theory on being so tight is that if you squeeze them enough even the wrinkles will disappear.
Wild Mom is all ready to go but a small cloud dampened the fun as Bubbles passed on. We will miss the dog. Therefore, Wild Mom now has a green light to travel. I wonder if she can wear the motor home out before my brother gets there. Hmmm.
Lady enjoyed the weekend and I still could not get her to buy that women's breastplate to wear. She is a special woman and one I am proud to be around and a part of her life.
#1 is barely two weeks away from coming home. Work is busy as they apparently are consolidating inventories.
#2 continues to work and refine his plans to spend money.
Princess is near to finishing the move. Let me see, how long has it been? School is her favorite time and she is constantly trying to find new assignments to complete. Booger is his normal obnoxious self. Princess now wants to go to the renn faire one weekend before they close in October. We will start a lottery to see if you can guess how many times she will fall off or get bucked off her horse when we do the beach ride at Cozumel.
Kritty has a new car but we will not hold it against her that it is a FORD. She did well!
Good old Washington Redskins ... bragged all week on how they would be 3-0 against the hapless NY Giants. Guess what ... 24-17 says they LOST.
Too little ... too late for the Atlanta Braves. Maybe next year they will realize that you have to play baseball to win not get a free pass and back into the playoffs.
OJ ... put his butt in jail where he belongs. Let him and Vick share a cell and perhaps one of them will grow up and realize what they threw away.
Wild Mom is all ready to go but a small cloud dampened the fun as Bubbles passed on. We will miss the dog. Therefore, Wild Mom now has a green light to travel. I wonder if she can wear the motor home out before my brother gets there. Hmmm.
Lady enjoyed the weekend and I still could not get her to buy that women's breastplate to wear. She is a special woman and one I am proud to be around and a part of her life.
#1 is barely two weeks away from coming home. Work is busy as they apparently are consolidating inventories.
#2 continues to work and refine his plans to spend money.
Princess is near to finishing the move. Let me see, how long has it been? School is her favorite time and she is constantly trying to find new assignments to complete. Booger is his normal obnoxious self. Princess now wants to go to the renn faire one weekend before they close in October. We will start a lottery to see if you can guess how many times she will fall off or get bucked off her horse when we do the beach ride at Cozumel.
Kritty has a new car but we will not hold it against her that it is a FORD. She did well!
##### ##### #####
Good old Washington Redskins ... bragged all week on how they would be 3-0 against the hapless NY Giants. Guess what ... 24-17 says they LOST.
Too little ... too late for the Atlanta Braves. Maybe next year they will realize that you have to play baseball to win not get a free pass and back into the playoffs.
OJ ... put his butt in jail where he belongs. Let him and Vick share a cell and perhaps one of them will grow up and realize what they threw away.
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
55 and Moving On
Well, it is official now. I can go to Denney's and get the Senior Coffee and Breakfast. It took me a while to get here but I have arrived. The weekend was quiet but busy. I spent my last non-senior day with nine kids at the church. We did many water balloon activities, which included getting wet. While it was a blast, I did get tired later that night. Sunday was the usual of bowling and bowling. The youth team is hanging on to first place as we improved our record to 7-1. The young woman I coach rolled a 203-187-209 for a 599 series. Not bad. The evening shift was fun but we finished the day even better. We had snacks and then cooled off in a hot tub at our friend’s house in Lake Ridge.
Looks like we may go to the Renaissance Faire this weekend if the plans work out.
No changes on the work scene. I got older but they did not get smarter.
Wild Mom is ready to go to the Caribbean. All reservations are set except for the excursions and that will be down this weekend. Bubbles is sick and not doing to well. Prayers are what will do the most. Mom is also occupied with Deszeree. It is hard having to hold her all the time and not break into baby talk.
Lady is tired but slowly catching up at work. She really enjoyed the hot tub.
#1 is coming home 10-17 October.
#2 is just working and trying to figure out bowling on the wii.
Princess slowly expands her working hours and is up to 3 days now. I guess I cannot keep her occupied enough. She is having fun with school and the time should fly by. Booger is the same. If you do not know, she is not ticklish.
Peanut has gone north to live with her family. I did not get a chance to give her the birthday card but I hope she enjoyed her 20th. I know I missed her.
Looks like we may go to the Renaissance Faire this weekend if the plans work out.
No changes on the work scene. I got older but they did not get smarter.
Wild Mom is ready to go to the Caribbean. All reservations are set except for the excursions and that will be down this weekend. Bubbles is sick and not doing to well. Prayers are what will do the most. Mom is also occupied with Deszeree. It is hard having to hold her all the time and not break into baby talk.
Lady is tired but slowly catching up at work. She really enjoyed the hot tub.
#1 is coming home 10-17 October.
#2 is just working and trying to figure out bowling on the wii.
Princess slowly expands her working hours and is up to 3 days now. I guess I cannot keep her occupied enough. She is having fun with school and the time should fly by. Booger is the same. If you do not know, she is not ticklish.
Peanut has gone north to live with her family. I did not get a chance to give her the birthday card but I hope she enjoyed her 20th. I know I missed her.
Friday, September 14, 2007
Lottery - Winner or Loser
Is the Lottery good or bad ... You decide.
http://www.wtopnews.com/?nid=104&sid=1247168
http://www.wtopnews.com/?nid=104&sid=1247168
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
Snickers
Many things are happening around the house. The new cabinets are being delivered today. Painting is next on the horizon. Perhaps we can paint that crap colored big dog something more exciting.
Wild Mom is basking in dreams about the new motorhome she has. her and Bubbles sat out there and dreamed of some wild adventures.
Lady is working and maintaining her sanity. Time never seems to stretch far enough to get all the jobs done. Her bowling has improved though.
#1 is working and planning his trip here later this month. Who knows, maybe I will drap him over to the lanes and give him another bowling lesson.
#2 got in some extra work when someone didn't show up on time. Now we must find a way to keep him from misplacing his car keys. Nails and glue?
Princess is doing ok. She is fighting off a cold and sinus stuff. So the move downstairs is equally slowed down. Booger is the same in many ways. With the printer hooked up, I wonder how long before her writing assignments show up in printed form. Oh, I increased the budget item for printer paper to $75.00.
Peanut is rejoing us and will be doing her best to keep us entertained. It is good when one of the kids comes back because we missed her a lot.
Lew loves this coming over every night but hates the going home part. Of course we don't get quite as much stuff down. But it is fun.
Lil Princess is perfect ... what more can I say?
Wild Mom is basking in dreams about the new motorhome she has. her and Bubbles sat out there and dreamed of some wild adventures.
Lady is working and maintaining her sanity. Time never seems to stretch far enough to get all the jobs done. Her bowling has improved though.
#1 is working and planning his trip here later this month. Who knows, maybe I will drap him over to the lanes and give him another bowling lesson.
#2 got in some extra work when someone didn't show up on time. Now we must find a way to keep him from misplacing his car keys. Nails and glue?
Princess is doing ok. She is fighting off a cold and sinus stuff. So the move downstairs is equally slowed down. Booger is the same in many ways. With the printer hooked up, I wonder how long before her writing assignments show up in printed form. Oh, I increased the budget item for printer paper to $75.00.
Peanut is rejoing us and will be doing her best to keep us entertained. It is good when one of the kids comes back because we missed her a lot.
Lew loves this coming over every night but hates the going home part. Of course we don't get quite as much stuff down. But it is fun.
Lil Princess is perfect ... what more can I say?
Monday, September 10, 2007
The Grind Begins
Well, I survived another weekend. Everything is back in swing and the word is go-go-go. No planned getaways until December. That is as long as I do not win the lottery and then all bets are off.
Lady barely was rested and primed for going back to work today. I think the retirement fever is closing in fast for her. She loved going to El Agave, as we have not been there in several weeks. Something about Mexican food, that soothes your spirit. On the other hand, is that the tequila?
#1 is off today and perhaps will get things booked for a visit home the end of the month. He has to be careful because soon the snows will keep him confined to snowbunny land.
#2 was paid this weekend. I wonder how much is left. Now the fun comes in stretching that paycheck for XM radio, new car speakers, laptops and many other toys.
Princess found out that Booger has not lost all his parts in the surgery last week. Yes, she screamed bloody murder as the monster came alive. It was fun bowling with her Sunday. She joined my team and we had a great time. These will be some of the special times to be remembered long after we all grow up. See ... I did not mention you slide down the lane any. Booger still has not figured out the obedience stuff ... thick skull.
Lew was fun. Actually, he really surprised us by acting as if he was a lot older. His favorite phrase was "Oh my God!" replacing last weeks "Awesome."
Lil Princess had a rough weekend and was restless for the most part. I was only able to hold her 5-10 minutes at a time before she wanted Momma.
Still on our hearts: Jessi and Traci
Lady barely was rested and primed for going back to work today. I think the retirement fever is closing in fast for her. She loved going to El Agave, as we have not been there in several weeks. Something about Mexican food, that soothes your spirit. On the other hand, is that the tequila?
#1 is off today and perhaps will get things booked for a visit home the end of the month. He has to be careful because soon the snows will keep him confined to snowbunny land.
#2 was paid this weekend. I wonder how much is left. Now the fun comes in stretching that paycheck for XM radio, new car speakers, laptops and many other toys.
Princess found out that Booger has not lost all his parts in the surgery last week. Yes, she screamed bloody murder as the monster came alive. It was fun bowling with her Sunday. She joined my team and we had a great time. These will be some of the special times to be remembered long after we all grow up. See ... I did not mention you slide down the lane any. Booger still has not figured out the obedience stuff ... thick skull.
Lew was fun. Actually, he really surprised us by acting as if he was a lot older. His favorite phrase was "Oh my God!" replacing last weeks "Awesome."
Lil Princess had a rough weekend and was restless for the most part. I was only able to hold her 5-10 minutes at a time before she wanted Momma.
Still on our hearts: Jessi and Traci
Wednesday, September 05, 2007
Holiday is Over
Well, the summer vacation is over and hopefully we will be able to stay home a bit more. I have a lot of honey-do's piled up and this Saturday could be the first day I have to get started.
The trip to Conway, SC was a lot of fun. We sat around talking a lot but managed to do some sightseeing. The food at the old mansion in Mullins, SC was great. The house lent some atmosphere to the buffet but the food was good. Of course driving around the countryside was harder since our stomachs were so full. I think we checked out the eyelids more than the countryside. The trip home was long but nice. We drove all the way home on US 17. It was very scenic and peaceful and the traffic was not that bad until we got near I-95 in Fredericksburg.
Sadly, work still sucks. I remember a day when people wanted to work here just for the atmosphere. Now, you cannot wait to move on. Cannot fix Stupid still rules.
Complaint: My email and Internet do not work (as she drinks a warm cup of tea.) While standing there other people around the area chimed in that their computers were acting funny.
Fix: Unplug the cup warmer and replugged the network switch power for that set of cubicles.
This weekend bowling gets into high gear for both the Youth league and the Sunday Night league. May 2008 looks so far away.
Lady is slowly catching up and maybe by time of the cruise she will be done. She loved the lazy weekend we spent and was able to chat a lot with Ann and Lynne.
#1 is working. Not sure what the final decision for the apartment is but it must be made by Sept 17. Who knows, maybe he will find a snow bunnie to share with him.
#2 is working also. He also terrorizes the roadway as he drives to work. Now the problem becomes in stretching the paycheck to cover all the stuff he wants to buy. It never seems to go far enough.
Princess is BACK IN SCHOOL. Of course, her health takes a downturn every night in an attempt to stay home the next day. The move continues. At this pace, she will be done about the time Lil Princess starts school. Booger is getting the family jewels chopped off today. Of course, I had to take him and it took 2 hours to get there during morning rush. Another five minutes in the car with him and I would have cut those suckers off without any cost involved.
Lew and Lil Princess are growing up. Hope to see them soon. It has been 5 days since we saw them.
Mormonville is moving to Clarksville TN. Hope they are ready to live in the real world once again.
The trip to Conway, SC was a lot of fun. We sat around talking a lot but managed to do some sightseeing. The food at the old mansion in Mullins, SC was great. The house lent some atmosphere to the buffet but the food was good. Of course driving around the countryside was harder since our stomachs were so full. I think we checked out the eyelids more than the countryside. The trip home was long but nice. We drove all the way home on US 17. It was very scenic and peaceful and the traffic was not that bad until we got near I-95 in Fredericksburg.
Sadly, work still sucks. I remember a day when people wanted to work here just for the atmosphere. Now, you cannot wait to move on. Cannot fix Stupid still rules.
Complaint: My email and Internet do not work (as she drinks a warm cup of tea.) While standing there other people around the area chimed in that their computers were acting funny.
Fix: Unplug the cup warmer and replugged the network switch power for that set of cubicles.
This weekend bowling gets into high gear for both the Youth league and the Sunday Night league. May 2008 looks so far away.
Lady is slowly catching up and maybe by time of the cruise she will be done. She loved the lazy weekend we spent and was able to chat a lot with Ann and Lynne.
#1 is working. Not sure what the final decision for the apartment is but it must be made by Sept 17. Who knows, maybe he will find a snow bunnie to share with him.
#2 is working also. He also terrorizes the roadway as he drives to work. Now the problem becomes in stretching the paycheck to cover all the stuff he wants to buy. It never seems to go far enough.
Princess is BACK IN SCHOOL. Of course, her health takes a downturn every night in an attempt to stay home the next day. The move continues. At this pace, she will be done about the time Lil Princess starts school. Booger is getting the family jewels chopped off today. Of course, I had to take him and it took 2 hours to get there during morning rush. Another five minutes in the car with him and I would have cut those suckers off without any cost involved.
Lew and Lil Princess are growing up. Hope to see them soon. It has been 5 days since we saw them.
Mormonville is moving to Clarksville TN. Hope they are ready to live in the real world once again.
Friday, August 31, 2007
On The Road Again
Well, we are off to Conway SC for a couple of days. I hope everyone has a great holiday and gets what you want. Life is starting to settle down to a dull roar after this crazy wild summer.
Wild Mom is starting to dream of the Cruise in December.
Lady is enjoying the weekends we are spending all over the place.
#1 is working and planning on a trip home.
#2 is learning about being employed and having to drive through the traffic to get to work.
Princess is slowly learning her lessons as Booger takes her to obedience school. She is still moving stuff downstairs ... that stuff of hers grows the longer you leave it on the floor.
Lew is learning the fun of using Lady's computer for all the neat computer games.
Serenity is perfect though a little cranky a couple of times this week. Therefore, it must be because her mom is pinching her just before she is given to me to hold.
Another young woman we have not seen in a long time popped in a couple of nights this week. That was great and we look forward to seeing more of her now that she has remembered where we live.
Wild Mom is starting to dream of the Cruise in December.
Lady is enjoying the weekends we are spending all over the place.
#1 is working and planning on a trip home.
#2 is learning about being employed and having to drive through the traffic to get to work.
Princess is slowly learning her lessons as Booger takes her to obedience school. She is still moving stuff downstairs ... that stuff of hers grows the longer you leave it on the floor.
Lew is learning the fun of using Lady's computer for all the neat computer games.
Serenity is perfect though a little cranky a couple of times this week. Therefore, it must be because her mom is pinching her just before she is given to me to hold.
Another young woman we have not seen in a long time popped in a couple of nights this week. That was great and we look forward to seeing more of her now that she has remembered where we live.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Ocean Breeze
The weekend just had to end. We spent it on Chincoteague Island. We swam, went sightseeing and generally goofed off for two days. The seafood was great and the room nice. The drive over there was very scenic and would be worth it anytime. Of course, we had a big contest of who was the whitest and Princess won. Yes, returning to the hustle and bustle of everyday life was very hard. This is definitely a trip we will do again, now we just have to figure out when.
Sunday was the first night of the Sunday Night Bowling league. After a few aches and pains, we managed to split our games. My average was lower than normal but I have 35 weeks to pull it up. No since getting in a hurry. The kid’s league will start on Sept. 9th.
Lady got some rest and had fun especially when it came to shopping in the island stores.
#1 is ok and just trying to decide what to do with his apartment by Sept. 17th. He loved his cookies.
#2 enjoyed himself and Princess thought he was so special. He was able to dodge the jellyfish when he swam in the ocean. He also learned I pick good wine to drink. Another thing he learned was that there is more to eating than fast food. The "Seafood Dream" was great!
Princess also had a great time. She managed to wear out the shutter on the camera. I think most of them were about her. She is now primed for the cruise and eager to go. Her room was worked on all weekend, is minus a few holes in the wall, and painted a shade of blue. Now the bets are on as to how long will it take her to move everything downstairs and empty her old room. Booger had his first obedience lesson and he did not learn a thing. Does that surprise me? No.
If you ever go, only book two nights, they will offer you the third or more for half-price.
Michael Vick belongs in jail ... let us not turn this into a black vs. white issue. He gambled and fought dogs, it is just that simple.
I will be glad when the elections come around. This Congress and White House is so political driven that they believe this is all about them and their party. It is time for America to speak and run half of the politicians out of town.
I agree with the miner's families. Give them closure and find the men. Do not leave them hanging and wondering if they were alive when the mountain was sealed.
Sunday was the first night of the Sunday Night Bowling league. After a few aches and pains, we managed to split our games. My average was lower than normal but I have 35 weeks to pull it up. No since getting in a hurry. The kid’s league will start on Sept. 9th.
Lady got some rest and had fun especially when it came to shopping in the island stores.
#1 is ok and just trying to decide what to do with his apartment by Sept. 17th. He loved his cookies.
#2 enjoyed himself and Princess thought he was so special. He was able to dodge the jellyfish when he swam in the ocean. He also learned I pick good wine to drink. Another thing he learned was that there is more to eating than fast food. The "Seafood Dream" was great!
Princess also had a great time. She managed to wear out the shutter on the camera. I think most of them were about her. She is now primed for the cruise and eager to go. Her room was worked on all weekend, is minus a few holes in the wall, and painted a shade of blue. Now the bets are on as to how long will it take her to move everything downstairs and empty her old room. Booger had his first obedience lesson and he did not learn a thing. Does that surprise me? No.
If you ever go, only book two nights, they will offer you the third or more for half-price.
##### ##### #####
Michael Vick belongs in jail ... let us not turn this into a black vs. white issue. He gambled and fought dogs, it is just that simple.
I will be glad when the elections come around. This Congress and White House is so political driven that they believe this is all about them and their party. It is time for America to speak and run half of the politicians out of town.
I agree with the miner's families. Give them closure and find the men. Do not leave them hanging and wondering if they were alive when the mountain was sealed.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Update 101
Ok, quickie update:
Wild Mom is doing ok and is for the most part topless … trees that is. She might even cruise with us in December.
Lady is working hard clearing up a mess at work.
#1 doing ok and should be home soon.
#2 is adjusting to work. He had to put his car into the shop already, bad radiator and thermostat.
Princess moved downstairs and got her tongue pierced. “No Comment”
Kritty is chomping at the bit for the December Cruise to hurry and get here.
Lew is growing up and has his good and bad days. I must teach him that pool is not golf.
Lil Princess is PERFECT.
Still waiting for our three other doors to be replaced at home.
Still waiting for the new refrigerator.
Still waiting for the new cabinets that were order
Wild Mom is doing ok and is for the most part topless … trees that is. She might even cruise with us in December.
Lady is working hard clearing up a mess at work.
#1 doing ok and should be home soon.
#2 is adjusting to work. He had to put his car into the shop already, bad radiator and thermostat.
Princess moved downstairs and got her tongue pierced. “No Comment”
Kritty is chomping at the bit for the December Cruise to hurry and get here.
Lew is growing up and has his good and bad days. I must teach him that pool is not golf.
Lil Princess is PERFECT.
Still waiting for our three other doors to be replaced at home.
Still waiting for the new refrigerator.
Still waiting for the new cabinets that were order
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Honor the American Heroes ... Not Islam
It is mind boggling what they are doing to the Flight 93 Memorial. Check it out and see if it bothers you too.
The website is:
http://crescentofbetrayal.com/
Another great site with pictures of the memorial:
http://errortheory.blogspot.com/2007/08/tom-burnett-sr-denounces-flight-93.html
I listened to an interview with Rawls and Burnett yesterday and could not believe my ears were hearing this. The Fight 93 Memorial Committee and National Park Service have really dropped the puck on this one. Every member of Congress should demand a deeper investigation before this Crescent is built. The Virginia and DC Delegation should press for a fitting memorial since what happened in Shanksville saved some target in our area from devastation.
Why are we allowing the hijackers to be memorialized along with the heroes that gave up their lives to stop them? Another great case were the victims have no rights and honor and the perpetrator gets all the breaks and honor.
I vote to throw this travesty of a memorial out in the trash can where it belongs and start fresh and focus on the AMERICAN HEROES on Flight 93.
The website is:
http://crescentofbetrayal.com/
Another great site with pictures of the memorial:
http://errortheory.blogspot.com/2007/08/tom-burnett-sr-denounces-flight-93.html
I listened to an interview with Rawls and Burnett yesterday and could not believe my ears were hearing this. The Fight 93 Memorial Committee and National Park Service have really dropped the puck on this one. Every member of Congress should demand a deeper investigation before this Crescent is built. The Virginia and DC Delegation should press for a fitting memorial since what happened in Shanksville saved some target in our area from devastation.
Why are we allowing the hijackers to be memorialized along with the heroes that gave up their lives to stop them? Another great case were the victims have no rights and honor and the perpetrator gets all the breaks and honor.
I vote to throw this travesty of a memorial out in the trash can where it belongs and start fresh and focus on the AMERICAN HEROES on Flight 93.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Summer Draws to a close.
Well another week ends. It was like a roller coaster with the emotions running very high and very low. This is life and it doesn’t stop for a moment, even if you want a break or rest. This weekend was very hard with Peanut packing up to move, Princess birthday party, Lew’s acting up, and having to put our youngest cat (14 years), Scaredy to sleep. That was hard. Ask me that last week and I would have said it wouldn’t matter but it did more than I care to admit.
Schedule:
Visit to the Atlantic and Chicoteague Island.
The Youth League ended. The though the team had was loaded with talent, it never really jelled and finished well off the pace. Individually everyone did well, but in a team sport that is a recipe for disaster. The Sunday Night League starts this Sunday and the real bowling begins.
Wild Mom tried to get a tan in her new bikini and the trees blocked her sun. So, the trees are getting removed or topped out. It isn’t nice to mess with Mother. Her free time is spent getting everything tied down in case hurricane Dean changes direction.
Lady is tired after this busy weekend. She is really looking forward to next weekend and some rest.
#1 is doing fine and starting to get ready to come home for a visit.
#2 has his drivers license and a job. After we picked our selves up off the floor at that announcement, we drew a big sigh of relief.
Peanut is moving to Winchester to help out with her Uncle. We will miss her. That feeling started on Sunday when she was packing and taking stuff there.
Princess had her 18th Birthday party. Barring the water balloons, super soakers, water hoses, cake smearing in the face, and other acts of competition, the bottom line it was a success. The turn out was pretty good and the party went well into the early morning.
Lew was a pistol this weekend. We finally had to give in and take him home. I guess old age makes you less tolerant or it brings back memories of younger years and certain kids.
Lil Princess was perfect. Her and I sat and slept most of the time. She loves (and exclusively demands) to sleep curled up on my chest. Of course I protest and then give in.
Schedule:
Visit to the Atlantic and Chicoteague Island.
The Youth League ended. The though the team had was loaded with talent, it never really jelled and finished well off the pace. Individually everyone did well, but in a team sport that is a recipe for disaster. The Sunday Night League starts this Sunday and the real bowling begins.
Wild Mom tried to get a tan in her new bikini and the trees blocked her sun. So, the trees are getting removed or topped out. It isn’t nice to mess with Mother. Her free time is spent getting everything tied down in case hurricane Dean changes direction.
Lady is tired after this busy weekend. She is really looking forward to next weekend and some rest.
#1 is doing fine and starting to get ready to come home for a visit.
#2 has his drivers license and a job. After we picked our selves up off the floor at that announcement, we drew a big sigh of relief.
Peanut is moving to Winchester to help out with her Uncle. We will miss her. That feeling started on Sunday when she was packing and taking stuff there.
Princess had her 18th Birthday party. Barring the water balloons, super soakers, water hoses, cake smearing in the face, and other acts of competition, the bottom line it was a success. The turn out was pretty good and the party went well into the early morning.
Lew was a pistol this weekend. We finally had to give in and take him home. I guess old age makes you less tolerant or it brings back memories of younger years and certain kids.
Lil Princess was perfect. Her and I sat and slept most of the time. She loves (and exclusively demands) to sleep curled up on my chest. Of course I protest and then give in.
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Hot Times in Virginia
I guess I should get caught up and be a little more diligent in posting here.
Our Schedule:
August – Beach trip
August – Bowling Starts (Last Weekend)
September –
December -- Cruise
#2 is plodding along and those jobs keep avoiding him. ((tick tick tick))
Peanut is working and saving up money for December. We cannot wait to see her with her new glasses. We must get a picture posted up here.
Princess turned 18. So now, she is grown and independent. We celebrated last night with a dinner, ice cream cake, and presents. She applied for her name change and we should know in a few weeks. I hope I bribed the judge enough. Hmmm! For all my joking, she has a special place in my heart and I would not trade this time for anything.
Punk did very well on the trip. For an almost 4 year old, he was surprisingly cooperative. Of course, the backseat of the car was filled with toys. Oh, 17 hours of “Ice Age” and “Shrek 2” will drive you bonkers … believe me. “Are we there yet?”
Lil Princess slept the time away. The only time we knew she was there was during diaper changes. Of course, in
########### ###########
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
