Three Things I Am Not Loving This Week:
Friday, October 7, 2011
Three Things - 10/07/2011
Three Things I Am Loving This Week: (Once again - it's four!)
1. This guy. We have been together for 21 years (October 6, 1990). I love the fact that he remembers this day. He still loves me as much (or maybe more) than he did at the beginning.
2. Pampered Chef Fluted Stoneware Pan. I had a Pampered Chef Show this past weekend. My sister Maggie is my Pampered Chef consultant and she did an amazing job demonstrating the wonderful products. One of the items I got (at 60% off) was this Fluted Stoneware Pan. She made the most delicious Apple Cake in this pan - IN THE MICROWAVE! Then as a great consultant always does, she sent me like 50 recipes to use this pan for. Now I will anxiously await the arrival of this so I can use it!
3. Making homemade applesauce. We are going to attempt to make our own applesauce this year. I have stumbled across a few recipes (and even a few to make in the crockpot!). I am going to try and replicate my Gramma Myers' recipe. She made the best applesauce. I loved that it had little small, tender chunks of apples still in the sauce.
4. Air conditioner out of the window. With the threat of a major heat wave out of the picture, I am absolutely thrilled to be able to see out of the east facing window in our living room. I was able to put my sweet light-up pumpkin in his place of honor, greeting all who pass and plug him in. This is a big deal to me. Now to get the one out of our bedroom window!
Three Things I Am Not Loving This Week:
1. Politics. He said, she said. He's running, he's not running. I only have to listen to this for ummm...A WHOLE YEAR?!?!? I feel like I am not smart enough to understand what everyone is talking about and I would just rather not hear it.
2. Saying goodbye. I hate saying goodbye. My sister, brother-in-law and two sweet red-headed nephews were here this past weekend. We had so much fun visiting with them. Charlie and Eli aren't "strange" with us, but still it is hard not being able to see them on a weekly basis. They are so much fun!
3. Bi-weekly paychecks. I am having such a hard time with this. It seems by the beginning of the second week, we are scraping by. I guess after 19 years of the weekly thing, it will take a little getting used to.
Three Things I Am Not Loving This Week:
Thursday, October 6, 2011
IT"S OK Thursday
It's Thursday! And today - for the first time - I am linking up with Neely from A Complete Waste of Makeup for IT'S OK Thursday. I so enjoy being able to post randomness!
IT'S OK...
That I decided to move my Three Things Day to Friday
I feel like a Bible moron when I go to Bible Study
I love to make lists
I love Fall - the temperatures - the cuisine - the coziness - the colors
I miss my family
I wish I had a best friend
I like being at home by myself - sometimes
I fantasize about winning the lottery and what I would do with the money
I am a "Self-Help" freak
I like paperwork - OK maybe I like to organize paperwork
I am not a good listener
There are many days when I don't think am a good parent
I get disappointed when blogs I follow don't update daily (even though I didn't update mine for like 9 months!)
I have HUGE self-confidence issues
I LOVE Pizza Pringles
I try to eat healthy - but OH those Pizza Pringles!
Okay that's it. Tomorrow I will be back with Three Things.
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
What to do, what to do
Aidan got off the bus yesterday almost in tears.
"What's wrong?" I asked.
"Nothing.?" was his reply.
I pressed again. As did his father.
"What's wrong dude?"
"My lunchbox,""It's somewhere on the bus," "and Dave (the wing nut bus driver) wouldn't let me look for it." . Truly award winning I tell you.
He said that other children on the bus said he got on with it, but he looked for it and could not find it.
We have had our share of problems with Dave. One day last school year, he decided to do the afternoon bus route BACKWARDS. You know, drop the last kids off the bus first and the first kids off last.
There were a lot of complaints to the transportation office about that. Shocking. I know.
This year, Aidan got off the bus with his binder an absolute wreck - and wet. The contents were not securely fastened inside. After asking him what happened, he said that the emergency hatch on the roof of the bus leaks (it was raining that day) and Dave jammed on the brakes causing his book bag to fly off the seat, the binder flew out of the bag and opened up.
Now, if he would have had his book bag zippered shut, the binder would not have come out, but still - a leaking bus roof? Jamming on the brakes?
We didn't call transportation that day because I don't think I want to be "that" parent.
Then one who calls and complains over every. little. thing.
But today was different. I think.
Jerry called the transportation office immediately to tell them about the most recent incident.
The kind woman that answers the phone said she would personally go out and check the bus when the driver got back and would call back.
Well after about 45 minutes she called and said the lunch box was not on the bus and she had spoken to the bus driver who told her that he had instructed Aidan that he wasn't to look for his lunch box and he proceeded to do it anyway.
As a parent I struggle with "believing my son and knowing my son" all the time. Did he turn on the water works in order to draw sympathy and not the wrath of Mom?
I am sure Dave told him to not look for his lunch box. But what preceded that conversation? Was the bus moving? I bet it was. I am positive we will never get a straight answer. He doesn't want to get in trouble. And really. What 11 year-old boy does?
Aidan knows what I freak I am about his lunch box. I have lectured him numerous times about taking care of it.
He may very well have left it at school. I mean how observant are a bunch of elementary school kids? Did they really see him get on the bus with it?
The consequence is that today he will have to buy lunch at school - Jerry & I will look like "smacked-asses" because we called to complain - again.
We will see if he gets off the bus this afternoon with a lunch box or not.
"What's wrong?" I asked.
"Nothing.?" was his reply.
I pressed again. As did his father.
"What's wrong dude?"
"My lunchbox,"
He said that other children on the bus said he got on with it, but he looked for it and could not find it.
We have had our share of problems with Dave. One day last school year, he decided to do the afternoon bus route BACKWARDS. You know, drop the last kids off the bus first and the first kids off last.
There were a lot of complaints to the transportation office about that. Shocking. I know.
This year, Aidan got off the bus with his binder an absolute wreck - and wet. The contents were not securely fastened inside. After asking him what happened, he said that the emergency hatch on the roof of the bus leaks (it was raining that day) and Dave jammed on the brakes causing his book bag to fly off the seat, the binder flew out of the bag and opened up.
Now, if he would have had his book bag zippered shut, the binder would not have come out, but still - a leaking bus roof? Jamming on the brakes?
We didn't call transportation that day because I don't think I want to be "that" parent.
Then one who calls and complains over every. little. thing.
But today was different. I think.
Jerry called the transportation office immediately to tell them about the most recent incident.
The kind woman that answers the phone said she would personally go out and check the bus when the driver got back and would call back.
Well after about 45 minutes she called and said the lunch box was not on the bus and she had spoken to the bus driver who told her that he had instructed Aidan that he wasn't to look for his lunch box and he proceeded to do it anyway.
As a parent I struggle with "believing my son and knowing my son" all the time. Did he turn on the water works in order to draw sympathy and not the wrath of Mom?
I am sure Dave told him to not look for his lunch box. But what preceded that conversation? Was the bus moving? I bet it was. I am positive we will never get a straight answer. He doesn't want to get in trouble. And really. What 11 year-old boy does?
Aidan knows what I freak I am about his lunch box. I have lectured him numerous times about taking care of it.
He may very well have left it at school. I mean how observant are a bunch of elementary school kids? Did they really see him get on the bus with it?
The consequence is that today he will have to buy lunch at school - Jerry & I will look like "smacked-asses" because we called to complain - again.
We will see if he gets off the bus this afternoon with a lunch box or not.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Why Do I Care?
This past weekend I had a Pampered Chef Show.
I love having these kinds of things, but I hate inviting people. It's not because I don't like having people come over to my house, it's because well...I don't want people to get an invitation and then feel the need to make something up so they can't come.
This is what I have a tendency to do.
Okay I never do that. I will go to the party out of guilt. And I will spend money that we don't have.
I don't ever want to make people feel like I do over a Pampered Chef Show.
I don't know that I have ever not gone to a home party show that I have been invited to. I have definitely NEVER gone and not bought something.
So I think it is better to not invite people so they don't have the uncomfortable position (that's how I feel) of saying no.
Then the vicious cycle begins.
I posted a Status Update on my Facebook saying thanks to my sister for coming and doing a show for me and I get comments from people like "I wasn't invited" and I'm sure these friends are not commenting to make me feel bad, but it makes me feel horrible - like the worst friend ever.
I would never post a comment like that. I am afraid that everyone reads in to stuff like I do.
The fact of the matter is, probably NO ONE reads in to stuff like I do.
I will throw around every possible scenario in my head of how someone could take how I comment on their Facebook Status.
Which is why I don't comment a lot. I usually just "Like" statuses.
I don't want someone to be mad at me over a Status Update or comment.
Let me just clarify. I am not mad at anyone. I feel like people get mad at me.I deleted the post because I don't want any more comments that I can read WAY TOO MUCH in to and then feel bad about for days.
Part of my brain says "If you would have invited them, you could have had a show over $400 and then you could have gotten another $20 in credit AND another half price item. Way to go."
Another part tries to justify not inviting them. "Where would you have put another 10 people? Your house it not big enough for that!".
So back to the title. Why DO I care? The little voices in my head are out of control some times.
I love having these kinds of things, but I hate inviting people. It's not because I don't like having people come over to my house, it's because well...I don't want people to get an invitation and then feel the need to make something up so they can't come.
This is what I have a tendency to do.
Okay I never do that. I will go to the party out of guilt. And I will spend money that we don't have.
I don't ever want to make people feel like I do over a Pampered Chef Show.
I don't know that I have ever not gone to a home party show that I have been invited to. I have definitely NEVER gone and not bought something.
So I think it is better to not invite people so they don't have the uncomfortable position (that's how I feel) of saying no.
Then the vicious cycle begins.
I posted a Status Update on my Facebook saying thanks to my sister for coming and doing a show for me and I get comments from people like "I wasn't invited" and I'm sure these friends are not commenting to make me feel bad, but it makes me feel horrible - like the worst friend ever.
I would never post a comment like that. I am afraid that everyone reads in to stuff like I do.
The fact of the matter is, probably NO ONE reads in to stuff like I do.
I will throw around every possible scenario in my head of how someone could take how I comment on their Facebook Status.
Which is why I don't comment a lot. I usually just "Like" statuses.
I don't want someone to be mad at me over a Status Update or comment.
Let me just clarify. I am not mad at anyone. I feel like people get mad at me.I deleted the post because I don't want any more comments that I can read WAY TOO MUCH in to and then feel bad about for days.
Part of my brain says "If you would have invited them, you could have had a show over $400 and then you could have gotten another $20 in credit AND another half price item. Way to go."
Another part tries to justify not inviting them. "Where would you have put another 10 people? Your house it not big enough for that!".
So back to the title. Why DO I care? The little voices in my head are out of control some times.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Weekend Recap
This weekend was spent enjoying time with the Peters family.
Maggie came & did a Pampered Chef show for me (which was awesome!) and Steve, Charlie & Eli came along to hang out, go to the drags & just have fun!
The following is a camera dump of the highlights from our weekend.
Maggie came & did a Pampered Chef show for me (which was awesome!) and Steve, Charlie & Eli came along to hang out, go to the drags & just have fun!
The following is a camera dump of the highlights from our weekend.
Charlie enjoying Friday afternoon qualifying.
I think he really liked it. But what boy (big or little) doesn't enjoy loud noise & flames?
Aidan & Charlie with the John Force Racing 9/11 Tribute car
ACE has loved the drags since he was an infant.
Charlie taking a ride on the Harley.
Aidan & Joe Amato.
Aidan & Charlie with the Lucas Oil tow vehicle. Pretty cool!
I want this sign in my yard.
Maggie & Eli (wearing his mothe's famous scowl).
Charlie wearing the cheese popcorn from the Kettlecorn stand.
Funny Car flames.
Eli had his tootie - and...dropped it underneath the grandstands. Austin & Aidan went down and rescued it.
Beautiful small sunset over Maple Grove Raceway.
The Jet Car was impressive!
After a long day at the track, Aidan was exhausted.
This is the Sunday traffic back-up. We live one-mile from Gate 1!
My sweet husband back at the track on Sunday. Thanks Zach for the great picture!
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Three Things - 09/29/2011
Three Things I'm Loving this Week: (Okay maybe four)
1. Cooler weather and enjoyable cups of coffee. I love my morning coffee every day, but it just seem cozier when the weather dips in the fall. I can also justify another 1/2 cup to myself - (it's chilly!).
2. Pastor Keith McGarvey's sermons available to download on Sermon.net. Now I have something worthwhile to listen to in the car. I hope his previous sermon's will be available in the future!
3. NHRA Drag Racing at Maple Grove Raceway. Before I moved here, I had no idea what the phenomenon was. Nineteen years later I am hooked. It is amazing to watch cars hurdle down the track at speeds of over 300 mph. Night qualifying is by far my favorite. Sniff a little nitro? Yes please (even though it makes you cry like a baby).
It is this weekend by the way.
4. Wednesday morning Bible Study. It feels like home. A wonderful group of women who have "been there, done that" or maybe just have a different perspective on what's going on in the world. One of the few places where my heart is at peace.
Three Things I'm Not Loving this Week:
1. Before school wardrobe fights with Aidan. "I wish I could wear what I wanted!" is a phrase I hear frequently these days. Yes sweetheart I understand, but you will look ridiculous if you wear that ensemble to school.
2. Getting paid every other week. Yes I am thankful that Jerry and I both get regular paychecks. But the fact that we both get paid the same week makes the off week a little tricky. I hope that I will get used to this sometime soon.
3. It's that time of year... when rodents start making their pilgrimage indoors. When you live in a farmhouse that is over 200 years old and have a significant phobia of them - it's terrifying.
Friday, September 23, 2011
I'm baaacccckkkk!
How about a whole bunch of randomness? Sounds good. I could go on & on about what I/we have been up to since I last blogged, but that be be the longest blog post evah.
So my brain is telling me just post some things to clear them out of my conscious thoughts to make room for more important things!
1. Gratitude Journal - I have been keeping a gratitude journal (thanks Oprah) since Thursday, May 26, 2011. I write at least five things everyday that I am grateful for. I also try to find a quote that means something to me or I would like to apply to my life. The blurb Oprah comments on about the journal says that it will change your life in just a few days. It has made me think about appreciating the little things, but life changing? I don't know about that.
2. Rain - It is raining in Bullfrog Hollow yet again. Like torrential downpour. If the water runs in our back door again, I maybe checking in to a mental hospital.
3. Ulcer -Yep - I have another one. Thank goodness the wiser (yeah right) me got to the hospital when it first started hurting rather than waiting until it was a major problem. I am now on Protonix two times a day to try and heal it. I will go for another EGD in October to see if the medicine is working. The doctors are also puzzled as to why I keep getting them. Join the crowd!!
4. Lin Good buyout - My husband's company was sold in July. So far things have been going well. As my wise mother told me "This will be a great opportunity for Jerry". We shall see. We are still on the honeymoon.
5. Bible Study - Wednesday Bible Study has started up again. I have been going for three years. I wasn't sure if I was going back or not, but after attending this past Wednesday, I knew my heart needs this time with God. The ladies that are there make me feel at peace.
6. Class Ring for Austin - What a tug on my heart! My sweet (almost 16 year old son) came home with the paperwork & we subsequently ordered his class ring. How time has flown.
7. 40 Looming - In just a few short months I will be 40. I think about it almost everyday. I didn't think I would feel so weird about it. I said to Jerry while we were on vacation "I'm going to be 40! I haven't accomplished anything meaningful!". That's my goal before I turn 40 in February. Accomplish something meaningful.
8. Coupons - I love the idea of couponing. You must be super dedicated. I don't think I can make that strong of a commitment.
9. Ebersole Boys - Our sons are hilarious - most of the time. At other times, they are downright annoying. I guess it's a good thing that there is balance.
That's it for now. I need to find something I am passionate about - that's not cleaning.
So my brain is telling me just post some things to clear them out of my conscious thoughts to make room for more important things!
1. Gratitude Journal - I have been keeping a gratitude journal (thanks Oprah) since Thursday, May 26, 2011. I write at least five things everyday that I am grateful for. I also try to find a quote that means something to me or I would like to apply to my life. The blurb Oprah comments on about the journal says that it will change your life in just a few days. It has made me think about appreciating the little things, but life changing? I don't know about that.
2. Rain - It is raining in Bullfrog Hollow yet again. Like torrential downpour. If the water runs in our back door again, I maybe checking in to a mental hospital.
3. Ulcer -Yep - I have another one. Thank goodness the wiser (yeah right) me got to the hospital when it first started hurting rather than waiting until it was a major problem. I am now on Protonix two times a day to try and heal it. I will go for another EGD in October to see if the medicine is working. The doctors are also puzzled as to why I keep getting them. Join the crowd!!
4. Lin Good buyout - My husband's company was sold in July. So far things have been going well. As my wise mother told me "This will be a great opportunity for Jerry". We shall see. We are still on the honeymoon.
5. Bible Study - Wednesday Bible Study has started up again. I have been going for three years. I wasn't sure if I was going back or not, but after attending this past Wednesday, I knew my heart needs this time with God. The ladies that are there make me feel at peace.
6. Class Ring for Austin - What a tug on my heart! My sweet (almost 16 year old son) came home with the paperwork & we subsequently ordered his class ring. How time has flown.
7. 40 Looming - In just a few short months I will be 40. I think about it almost everyday. I didn't think I would feel so weird about it. I said to Jerry while we were on vacation "I'm going to be 40! I haven't accomplished anything meaningful!". That's my goal before I turn 40 in February. Accomplish something meaningful.
8. Coupons - I love the idea of couponing. You must be super dedicated. I don't think I can make that strong of a commitment.
9. Ebersole Boys - Our sons are hilarious - most of the time. At other times, they are downright annoying. I guess it's a good thing that there is balance.
That's it for now. I need to find something I am passionate about - that's not cleaning.
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