Saturday, October 24, 2009
Friday, October 23, 2009
Lord Byron/ She Walks in Beauty
She walks in beauty, like the night
Of cloudless climes and starry skies;
And all that's best of dark and bright
Meet in her aspect and her eyes:
Thus mellow'd to that tender light
Which heaven to gaudy day denies.
One shade the more, one ray the less,
Had half impair'd the nameless grace
Which waves in every raven tress,
Or softly lightens o'er her face;
Where thoughts serenely sweet express
How pure, how dear their dwelling-place.
And on that cheek, and o'er that brow,
So soft, so calm, yet eloquent,
The smiles that win, the tints that glow,
But tell of days in goodness spent,
A mind at peace with all below,
A heart whose love is innocent!
Of cloudless climes and starry skies;
And all that's best of dark and bright
Meet in her aspect and her eyes:
Thus mellow'd to that tender light
Which heaven to gaudy day denies.
One shade the more, one ray the less,
Had half impair'd the nameless grace
Which waves in every raven tress,
Or softly lightens o'er her face;
Where thoughts serenely sweet express
How pure, how dear their dwelling-place.
And on that cheek, and o'er that brow,
So soft, so calm, yet eloquent,
The smiles that win, the tints that glow,
But tell of days in goodness spent,
A mind at peace with all below,
A heart whose love is innocent!
Friday, October 16, 2009
Wake Up!
Since becoming a full-time stay at home mom, I find myself, or should I say new self, wondering what happened to the old me. Not the bad me that got into trouble or the crazy one that lived like there was no tomorrow, but just me. I am running here, cleaning this, washing, folding and putting away clothes. I mean I love my life, but I feel it is time to get back to something for me... I really enjoy making these shadow boxes for keepsakes, and the feather boa wreaths for baby showers, as well as diaper cakes, and tons of other baby stuff. I loved the hand painted letters I did for Kenzie's room. I really, really, really, want to do more of that stuff and try to sell it. But where do you start, and what do you do with all the laundry when it piles up while you work on orders. I have decided to take some pics of all my things I have made over the last few years and make business card which several resale store said I could put in their windows, and I could always advertise on Craig's list, or EBay and Etsy, but it just seems so hard to get started. I am such a procrastinator, I guess I always have been. Anyway I did sell our old king size mattress today, and hopefully a pair or 2 of shoes on Craig's list. I just really need to find a little bit of time to do some thing for myself, I just feel guilty every time, I am away from my kids. I know I have a huge fear of being away from them because of the way Mary died, and I am trying to work through that, but I guess it will just take time...Maybe her dying also took a lot of myself with her and it has been hard to get it back, I feel so scared all the time about silly stuff, that in the past I would have never thought twice about. I still miss her everyday, and I was so grateful I got to spend time with Mom, Bill, and Budd this past weekend we had a blast & it was the first time he really didn't want to leave, he wanted to stay here and it was very hard to watch them leave.
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Life Lessons!!!!!!
Being an adult can be fun when you are acting like a child.
Love has nothing to do with looks, but everything to do with time, trust, and interest.
Laughing, crying, joy and anger… All are vital. All make us human.
The greatest truths in life are uncovered with simple, steady awareness.
Greed will bury even the lucky eventually.
Bad things do happen to good people.
Paving your own road is intelligent only if nobody has gone exactly where you are going.
Uncertainty is caused by a lack of knowledge. Hesitation is the product of fear.
Time heals all wounds… regardless of how you feel right now.
Most of the time what you are looking for is right in front of you.
Your health is your life.
Chance is a gift, so act on chance when given the opportunity.
Kindness and hard work will take you further than intelligence.
People deserve a second chance, but not a third.
Take lots of pictures. Someday you’ll be really glad you did.
Money makes life easier only when the money is yours free and clear.
Carelessness is the root of failure.
Your actions now create memories you will reminisce and talk about in your elder years.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone will put things into perspective from an angle you can’t grasp now.
Motivation comes in short bursts. Act while it’s hot.
Purposely ignoring the obvious is like walking backwards toward the enemy.
Taking ownership of failure builds the foundation for success.
First impressions are completely worthless 50% of the time.
Personal glory lasts forever.
If you never act, you will never know for sure.
Written by Angela G. one of my great friends!
Love has nothing to do with looks, but everything to do with time, trust, and interest.
Laughing, crying, joy and anger… All are vital. All make us human.
The greatest truths in life are uncovered with simple, steady awareness.
Greed will bury even the lucky eventually.
Bad things do happen to good people.
Paving your own road is intelligent only if nobody has gone exactly where you are going.
Uncertainty is caused by a lack of knowledge. Hesitation is the product of fear.
Time heals all wounds… regardless of how you feel right now.
Most of the time what you are looking for is right in front of you.
Your health is your life.
Chance is a gift, so act on chance when given the opportunity.
Kindness and hard work will take you further than intelligence.
People deserve a second chance, but not a third.
Take lots of pictures. Someday you’ll be really glad you did.
Money makes life easier only when the money is yours free and clear.
Carelessness is the root of failure.
Your actions now create memories you will reminisce and talk about in your elder years.
Stepping outside of your comfort zone will put things into perspective from an angle you can’t grasp now.
Motivation comes in short bursts. Act while it’s hot.
Purposely ignoring the obvious is like walking backwards toward the enemy.
Taking ownership of failure builds the foundation for success.
First impressions are completely worthless 50% of the time.
Personal glory lasts forever.
If you never act, you will never know for sure.
Written by Angela G. one of my great friends!
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
10 Ways to Really Annoy an Army Wife!!!
Stole this from a friends page, because it is so funny!!, but true!!!!
1) As soon as you find out her husband is deployed take it upon yourself to tell her exactly how you feel about the war and how WE shouldn’t be over there.
WE? Are YOU over there, too?
2) Follow that up by asking how she feels about the President.
Oh...don't get me started....
3) Look surprised and say, “I don’t know how you do it, I could never LET my husband do that.”
That's funny, now that you mention it, I don't recall Uncle Sam calling me up and asking my permission...
4) If she’s pregnant be sure and ask if the military is going to send her husband home for the birth.
I don't even know what to say to this one...
5) Tell her she should really consider getting additional life insurance since her husband has a good chance of getting killed.
Oh, don't worry, you as the tax-payer have already generously provided me with an excellent life insurance policy....
6) Remind her how lucky she is that her husband gets all that extra tax free money when he’s at war.
Hmmm...yeah. It does help to pay for all the babysitters and daycare that I have to get while I go to therapy....
7) Try to relate to her by saying you know just how she feels because your husband was out of town on business for a week last month.
Ahh...my favorite one. One question: did your husband miss Christmas and/or your kids' birthdays while he was on his horribly long business trip? No? Then Shut Up.
8 ) Ask her how she can be faithful for a whole year and if she worries about her husband cheating on her.
Faithful for a whole year? I'm trying to be faithful for my whole marriage. Am I worried about him cheating on me? Not really, I'm more worried about him, you know, getting killed.
9) Inquire on whether or not her husband has killed anyone.
Actually, yes. He's killed quite a few people. That's what he does, he's a highly trained, government contracted killer. Still want to come over for a BBQ?
10) Be sure to ask her when her husband comes home, if he’s done with the military or if he has to go back.He comes home a year or more from when he left. No, he's not done with the military, it's kind of his job. Does he have to go back? I don't know, are they still killing each other in the Middle East? Yeah? Then probably....Besides, I wouldn't want to miss out on all that extra, tax-free money we're so lucky to get.
1) As soon as you find out her husband is deployed take it upon yourself to tell her exactly how you feel about the war and how WE shouldn’t be over there.
WE? Are YOU over there, too?
2) Follow that up by asking how she feels about the President.
Oh...don't get me started....
3) Look surprised and say, “I don’t know how you do it, I could never LET my husband do that.”
That's funny, now that you mention it, I don't recall Uncle Sam calling me up and asking my permission...
4) If she’s pregnant be sure and ask if the military is going to send her husband home for the birth.
I don't even know what to say to this one...
5) Tell her she should really consider getting additional life insurance since her husband has a good chance of getting killed.
Oh, don't worry, you as the tax-payer have already generously provided me with an excellent life insurance policy....
6) Remind her how lucky she is that her husband gets all that extra tax free money when he’s at war.
Hmmm...yeah. It does help to pay for all the babysitters and daycare that I have to get while I go to therapy....
7) Try to relate to her by saying you know just how she feels because your husband was out of town on business for a week last month.
Ahh...my favorite one. One question: did your husband miss Christmas and/or your kids' birthdays while he was on his horribly long business trip? No? Then Shut Up.
8 ) Ask her how she can be faithful for a whole year and if she worries about her husband cheating on her.
Faithful for a whole year? I'm trying to be faithful for my whole marriage. Am I worried about him cheating on me? Not really, I'm more worried about him, you know, getting killed.
9) Inquire on whether or not her husband has killed anyone.
Actually, yes. He's killed quite a few people. That's what he does, he's a highly trained, government contracted killer. Still want to come over for a BBQ?
10) Be sure to ask her when her husband comes home, if he’s done with the military or if he has to go back.He comes home a year or more from when he left. No, he's not done with the military, it's kind of his job. Does he have to go back? I don't know, are they still killing each other in the Middle East? Yeah? Then probably....Besides, I wouldn't want to miss out on all that extra, tax-free money we're so lucky to get.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
So happy The Gosselins have called a Media Truce!
I know everyone is so tried of their drama, but I still love the show. I love Kate, I guess because she reminds me alot of myself. I am very over dramatic, controlling, and at times just plain irritating. (bitchy) I know I only have 2 kids and I probably scream at my husband at least once a day and he understands that at the end of the day I love him, and I just need to let off the stream or should I say volcanic eruption for the day!!! I hope that Kate let Jon know they were on the same team two, I guess we will never know and it really doesn't matter now. I am just thankful that I have a man that understands the hardships of being a stay-at-home mom. Although it has taken him 3 years to figure out how hard it is on me, I would say that was a pretty quick learning curve. I love you Skeet!!!!!!
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Well it is about time!!!
I have been so busy, I guess I forgot about this wonderful outlet called Crazy in Alabama!! I have been reading Jenn's blog again and thought I better jump back on the band wagon!!!! Well where did we leave off, who knows?? Bodie is completely potty trained and Kiki iswell on her way. I just really want her to wait til after our trip to Texas the end of October. We are traveling there for Bodie to be a ring bearer in my cousins wedding. I am not sure what they are getting into with him but I promise he will be on his best behavior(whatever that is)!! I can't wait to see all my family again, especially since this will be the last time before it is time for us to PCS the coming Spring. Yet another thing I am quite concerned about, ie. sell house , rent house, or have a complete nervous breakdown about either. I am thinking we want to go to Carson, so we can finally experience a real winter again, either there or some where far far way like Hawaii,Italy or Germany again. Anywhoo, who knows with Skeet he can never make a decision until the last minute. I am excited to say I am finally going to go back to school sometime the in the spring, with a still yet undecided course plan. I guess neither Skeet nor I are good at long term plans, just call us the Fly by the seats of your pants kinda family!!! Promise to keep better updates on her I have laid out a schedule of when to get back on and start venting hope everyone is ready!!!!!!!!
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