1. Forever - Chris Brown
2. Rockin' the Beer Gut - Trailer Choir
3. Copacabana - Barry Manilow
4. Single Ladies - Beyonce
5. Here Comes Goodbye - Rascal Flatts
Just stuff that I noticed I listen to. A lot. What's in your top five right now?
Friday, October 30
Thursday, October 29
On a lighter note...
Since that last post was somewhat "dark."
I want to show you some irony.
I bought this at the grocery store today to keep in my purse. I brought it inside to remove the "protective" foil. Because when it's go-time, and I need to take some Tylenol, I want to be ready. I don't want to have to mess with seals and cotton. I just want to pop my meds. Know what I mean?
I cut my freaking finger on the foil. I whimpered a little and then contemplated taking two of them. Stupid paper cuts. They really hurt you know.
I want to show you some irony.
I bought this at the grocery store today to keep in my purse. I brought it inside to remove the "protective" foil. Because when it's go-time, and I need to take some Tylenol, I want to be ready. I don't want to have to mess with seals and cotton. I just want to pop my meds. Know what I mean?
I cut my freaking finger on the foil. I whimpered a little and then contemplated taking two of them. Stupid paper cuts. They really hurt you know.
Lingering Sadness
I was privileged enough to have known all four of my grandparents. I didn't lose a single one of them until after I graduated from college. I even remember a few of my great-grandparents. Let's see - - I remember four of them.
My last grandparent to pass away, GrandDaddy, was something else. My Grandmother passed away a few years before him. He swore he'd never get married again. I remember, fondly, the day he called to tell me that he and Anna were getting married. He told me before he told my dad. He wanted to know what Dad would think. We'd all met Anna and just adored her. What we loved more was that she brought happiness back into my grandfather's life. A different kind of happiness. She let him embrace his silly side. I loved "Silly GrandDaddy." That was when my relationship with him blossomed. Don't get me wrong - - I loved my grandmother. But to say that she was uptight is a bit of an understatement. My dad used to say that she borrowed things to worry about. He said that her mother did it as well. I see some of those same traits in Dad and me, too.
Anyway - - About GrandDaddy and Anna. They got married. I didn't like calling her Anna. It just didn't seem right. I called her one day to talk and asked if she minded if I called her Granna. I could feel her smile over the phone. She became Granna that day.
GrandDaddy passed away in June of 2007. I remember the day vividly. I was holding his hand as he left this life and walked into the arms of Jesus. It was the most beautiful moment of my life. We all cried. Not heavy sobs. Gentle tears. Very similar to what I'm doing now. My heart broke for my Dad and Granna. I can't explain how much it hurt. I can't believe how real that pain still is today. I miss him so much.
When I picked up the mail today, there was a birthday card for Justin. It was from Granna. I read it to him. He asked me who Granna was. My eyes stung as I held back the tears. I told him that Granna was married to GrandDaddy. He then asked me who GrandDaddy was. That was all it took. I want Justin to remember him. I know Cameron won't. Justin might though.
I guess my point is this: If your grandparents are still around - - give them an extra hug the next time you see them. Give them one for me, too. I'd give anything for one more hug, one more joke, one more conversation, one more "I love you."
My last grandparent to pass away, GrandDaddy, was something else. My Grandmother passed away a few years before him. He swore he'd never get married again. I remember, fondly, the day he called to tell me that he and Anna were getting married. He told me before he told my dad. He wanted to know what Dad would think. We'd all met Anna and just adored her. What we loved more was that she brought happiness back into my grandfather's life. A different kind of happiness. She let him embrace his silly side. I loved "Silly GrandDaddy." That was when my relationship with him blossomed. Don't get me wrong - - I loved my grandmother. But to say that she was uptight is a bit of an understatement. My dad used to say that she borrowed things to worry about. He said that her mother did it as well. I see some of those same traits in Dad and me, too.
Anyway - - About GrandDaddy and Anna. They got married. I didn't like calling her Anna. It just didn't seem right. I called her one day to talk and asked if she minded if I called her Granna. I could feel her smile over the phone. She became Granna that day.
GrandDaddy passed away in June of 2007. I remember the day vividly. I was holding his hand as he left this life and walked into the arms of Jesus. It was the most beautiful moment of my life. We all cried. Not heavy sobs. Gentle tears. Very similar to what I'm doing now. My heart broke for my Dad and Granna. I can't explain how much it hurt. I can't believe how real that pain still is today. I miss him so much.
When I picked up the mail today, there was a birthday card for Justin. It was from Granna. I read it to him. He asked me who Granna was. My eyes stung as I held back the tears. I told him that Granna was married to GrandDaddy. He then asked me who GrandDaddy was. That was all it took. I want Justin to remember him. I know Cameron won't. Justin might though.
I guess my point is this: If your grandparents are still around - - give them an extra hug the next time you see them. Give them one for me, too. I'd give anything for one more hug, one more joke, one more conversation, one more "I love you."
They won.
I just thought I'd point that out. The Spurs opened up their season the right way. Great work from the bench. I really think they are contenders this year.
Tonight - - they play The Bulls. Bring it Chicago!!!
Tonight - - they play The Bulls. Bring it Chicago!!!
The Blind Side
I really want to see this. Would it be inappropriate to take a box of tissues in the theater with me? I'm looking forward to this one coming out.
Wednesday, October 28
Tuesday, October 27
Guess what Wednesday is...
That's right, baby!!! The season opener. And it's on ESPN.
Go Spurs Go!!!
The Week of Stupid Busy
Here is how busy I've been/will be this week:
Monday: Volunteered at Justin's school. I helped with the Vision/Hearing screenings. Then I stayed and sat with Justin during lunch.
Tuesday: Went with Justin's class on their field trip to the Pumpkin Patch. Then, to Unidad Park for playing and a picnic. Justin got to ride the school bus for the very first time. Believe me, I have plenty of pictures.
Wednesday: It's Justin's teacher's birthday. Her boyfriend is going to be in the class to help carve the class pumpkin. I volunteered to go and take pictures.
Thursday: Cameron has his appointment with the pediatric GI specialist from Scott & White. This one is kind of tentative. I understand the doctor is changing practices. I want to make sure our insurance will cover him. I am also taking cupcakes to Justin's school for his birthday (which is on Saturday.)
Friday: Cameron has trunk or treat at his school.
Saturday: Justin's birthday party is at noon at the bowling alley. He opted for all boys this year. And just a few boys that are his age. He's growing up way too fast. Then Saturday night, my parents are coming over to celebrate Justin's birthday. We are cooking burgers and then going to do a little trick or treating.
Sunday: We will go to church and then C.H.I.L.L.
So -- my presence this week will likely be limited. I promise to get back at it soon. Right now, I have a few loads of laundry to fold, a kitchen to clean and kids to get in bed. We are watching "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown!" I freakin' love Snoopy. He's so funny.
I'm going to update the family website with a few albums. I'll let you know when it's updated. That way, I don't have to do it here and there.
*smooches to all*
Monday: Volunteered at Justin's school. I helped with the Vision/Hearing screenings. Then I stayed and sat with Justin during lunch.
Tuesday: Went with Justin's class on their field trip to the Pumpkin Patch. Then, to Unidad Park for playing and a picnic. Justin got to ride the school bus for the very first time. Believe me, I have plenty of pictures.
Wednesday: It's Justin's teacher's birthday. Her boyfriend is going to be in the class to help carve the class pumpkin. I volunteered to go and take pictures.
Thursday: Cameron has his appointment with the pediatric GI specialist from Scott & White. This one is kind of tentative. I understand the doctor is changing practices. I want to make sure our insurance will cover him. I am also taking cupcakes to Justin's school for his birthday (which is on Saturday.)
Friday: Cameron has trunk or treat at his school.
Saturday: Justin's birthday party is at noon at the bowling alley. He opted for all boys this year. And just a few boys that are his age. He's growing up way too fast. Then Saturday night, my parents are coming over to celebrate Justin's birthday. We are cooking burgers and then going to do a little trick or treating.
Sunday: We will go to church and then C.H.I.L.L.
So -- my presence this week will likely be limited. I promise to get back at it soon. Right now, I have a few loads of laundry to fold, a kitchen to clean and kids to get in bed. We are watching "It's the Great Pumpkin Charlie Brown!" I freakin' love Snoopy. He's so funny.
I'm going to update the family website with a few albums. I'll let you know when it's updated. That way, I don't have to do it here and there.
*smooches to all*
Monday, October 26
No way.
Justin received his first "friend" call on the home phone this afternoon. I put it on speaker for a couple of reasons. One, I had no idea who it was. And two, I knew Justin wouldn't really have much to say and he'd need some prompting. (Something about that "Y" chromosome and telephones...)
It was his buddy Brice. And just as I expected - - Justin had nothing to say. A few yeses, nos and "I'm playing Bakugan." That's it. Then he said bye. I'm so excited that the school directory came out. (That was written in my sarcasm font.) Brice is okay, but I'm scared to death some other kids are going to start bugging us. Why do these parents let their kids have these directories? Kindies?
Oh - - I goofed up recently. Their is a particular person I've avoided (like the plague) giving my cell phone number to. I gave my number, to be put on a list yesterday, and she had access to it. Ugh. I've been so careful. And in a moment - - it's out there. Thank goodness for caller ID.
Well, Cameron has temporarily lost his DS and is looking for it. I hear him walking around the house saying, "Nintendo DS????" I guess he thinks the DS will answer. I better be a nice mommy and help out.
It was his buddy Brice. And just as I expected - - Justin had nothing to say. A few yeses, nos and "I'm playing Bakugan." That's it. Then he said bye. I'm so excited that the school directory came out. (That was written in my sarcasm font.) Brice is okay, but I'm scared to death some other kids are going to start bugging us. Why do these parents let their kids have these directories? Kindies?
Oh - - I goofed up recently. Their is a particular person I've avoided (like the plague) giving my cell phone number to. I gave my number, to be put on a list yesterday, and she had access to it. Ugh. I've been so careful. And in a moment - - it's out there. Thank goodness for caller ID.
Well, Cameron has temporarily lost his DS and is looking for it. I hear him walking around the house saying, "Nintendo DS????" I guess he thinks the DS will answer. I better be a nice mommy and help out.
Sunday, October 25
:drool:
I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED him on Brothers & Sisters tonight.
Some of you might remember "my list." Well, the list has changed. And guess who ballroom danced himself straight to the top of the list?
Have mercy - - those eyes, that accent, that incredible body...
Whew.
That's all I'm coherent enough to say right now. The rest would just make me sound like a hormonal teenager.
Mmmmmm,mmmmm,mmmmm,mmmmmm.
Friday, October 23
I am rotten.
We went to dinner with my parents tonight to celebrate my mom's birthday. It's nice going without the children every once in a while. Just more relaxing. And dinner was yummo.
As we were wrapping the conversation up, Mr. B asked if I wanted to go by Best Buy and look at laptops.
Uh - - yeah.
So we did. We found one I liked and he agreed upon. That's when he opened up his phone and started the price match thing. My luck usually isn't this good, but, Best Buy actually had the best price. They had like five or six of the one I'd chosen. He told me to pick one. That way, if it was a lemon, I'd be to blame. No way. I made him grab one. At the checkout, I said something to him about how happy I was that he was getting it and that he must really love me. He told me that he just wanted me off of his computer.
*smile*
He doesn't fool me one bit. He loves me.
As we were wrapping the conversation up, Mr. B asked if I wanted to go by Best Buy and look at laptops.
Uh - - yeah.
So we did. We found one I liked and he agreed upon. That's when he opened up his phone and started the price match thing. My luck usually isn't this good, but, Best Buy actually had the best price. They had like five or six of the one I'd chosen. He told me to pick one. That way, if it was a lemon, I'd be to blame. No way. I made him grab one. At the checkout, I said something to him about how happy I was that he was getting it and that he must really love me. He told me that he just wanted me off of his computer.
*smile*
He doesn't fool me one bit. He loves me.
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