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blog give.a.way
August 1, 2008 – 1:05 pm
The other day one of my creative friends sent me a package. Fun. She is starting up an etsy shop to showcase her designs. More Fun. She sent two rings for me and one for my special girl. I love the rings. They are every bit vintage, hip, interesting as she is. I am guessing that you will love them too.
To shout out the good news about her new etsy store, Vintage Momma, I want to host a blog give away. I will be doing two drawings. One for each ring. Simple. Right? Oh, did I mention that 5% of all her sales are going to the Haiti Rescue Center where our son is living??
All you have to do is register in a comment. Tell me your name, e-mail (so I can notify you if you win, I promise to not sell your email address), and something about yourself. Once you register here provide a link back on your site (if you have one) so everyone can get a chance. OOH. Let’s step this up. If you come and visit here from someone else’s link. Leave their name as well (in the comment) and I will sign them up again. Your name could go in many times depending on how many people your refer. Fun.
Questions? Just ask.
Take a look at these pretties.
I will close this give away on Friday, August 8th.
and today she mowed.
July 30, 2008 – 6:01 pm
Today, I mowed the yard, front and back. And yes, I want a medal or something. Mowing should be outlawed in Houston for the fact that it is just too hot. My dad has a landscaping business. He has for many years. How in the world does he do this every day?
I wanted to surprise Ernest with my good deed. There was a cramp in the plan. I had no clue how to turn on the weed eater. I had to call. Then the weed eater had no string. I had to call. Then the weed eater that had fresh green string kept turning off. No gas. I had to call. Then I could not figure out how to attach the hose to our “special” weed eater gas can. I had to call.
Surprise, Honey.
I did the nastier than nasty sweat.
Oh, and I almost forgot. I have a show off neighbor. Yes, I do. While I was doing the whole trying to figure out the weed eater thing. He and his lawn crew (I think he is a landscaper) came in and within 15 minutes completed their whole yard. They mowed, weeded, and even took the blower for a spin. I looked at him and in my sweetest voice said “Show Off”. I am most certain he heard me over all of the lawn equipment that was being used. Wait. Was he even looking in my direction? No.
I think I also served as comic relief for him and his crew.
Maybe comic relief could be known as one of my spiritual gifts.
At least I provided some laughter for his morning.
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In other news.
While I was glistening the nasty sweat. Carly and Colt found a dead newborn something. I think it is a baby squirrel. It was so sad. They were so sad. They had a funeral for it and then buried it in our front flower bed. Do you have any clue what it is?
summer book club.
July 29, 2008 – 3:09 pm
Ha. Summer book club. I am in my own summer book club. Yes, me, myself, and, oh yes, me again. I go on my own time schedule. Which means sometimes I read VERY quickly and others VERY slowly. The following is true. I love books. I love to look at them, the smell of them, the nice simple covers, let’s not even mention dust jackets. I am trying to start a love affair with the library instead of the fabulous store pictured above. Here is the plan I have formulated. I peruse my favorite aisles at the famous bookstore. I find the most intriguing books & book covers. I write down the names/authors. I visit the library. This seemed like a great plan. I requested all the books my little heart desired to read (or look at). I was happy until I saw the wait. It seems like all the books I want to read are on a massive wait. Ugh. I am being taught patience once again.
Because I think this wait list is so funny I will share it with you. My hold number is as of today not as of the day I requested them (one month ago).
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My Hold list.
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Audition by Barbara Walters. #67
Get Out of that Pit By Beth Moore #1 (WooHoo. I get this one very soon. I had it on hold for a month.)
Loose Girl by Kerri Cohen #4
Nest Home design #1 (This one is not ready yet)
Same kind of different as me by Ron Hall #15
Stolen Innocence by Elissa Wall #48
Stori Telling by Tori Spelling #129 (I know. You don’t even have to say it.)
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Book that the library does not have that I want to read.
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So what are you reading? What is your summer book club system? Do you share with friends, Library, or buy? Do you have any book suggestions for me?
I am finishing The Shack today. Yes, Today.
flowers make me happy.
July 22, 2008 – 3:47 pm
It seems that stress is creeping up into my thoughts A LOT. I find myself thinking through all the dollars I don’t have for this adoption journey. To be transparent, I worry about money often. I think this has been a factor throughout my entire life. Even if I were rather wealthy I would still “worry” about how my wealth was being spent. I am also one to take forever in making decisions. Once I make a decision I am not hesitant to use my rather large mouth and let someone know.
Today we mailed off two documents. Two things to cross off of my list. It feels good. Tomorrow we get fingerprinted and photographed for our criminal check. I am feeling pretty confident for that one.
About the flowers.
I went into Kroger today to pick up some dish soap when I passed a whole bucket of flowers on sale. My eyes gravitated to one certain pink set of roses. I was so happy when I read they were on sale for 1.99. This little bunch of flowers have brought me some smiles. My God is so good. He created such beauty for my eyes to behold. On days when I am stressed about financial”ness” he brings me the most beautiful bouquet in the clearance bin. He cares. Oh yes.
Leave me a comment and tell me what made you smile today. Or tell me if you haven’t smiled and I will try to think of a really clever joke to tell you.
laundry.
July 21, 2008 – 5:26 pm
As you can tell, I have been doing laundry today. 6 loads to be exact. Last quilt (from beach) is in the dryer. Mission accomplished.
Does your place look like this on laundry day? Do you put away after every load or do you throw it all back into a laundry basket? I am curious. Tell me.
I have to go now. Lots of laundry to put away. My LEAST favorite part.
bullet points.
July 21, 2008 – 12:04 am
- pictures from Camp Cherry Mountain have finally left my SD card and landed here.
- I am still sitting in the middle of The Shack. I have been too busy to read. A good busy.
- Monday the kids and I met up with Ang at Pump it up and I have a nice burn on my arm to prove it. Who knew how dangerous it was.
- Tuesday I finally started the laundry from our trip to Missouri. I am not sure if I am done yet. I know gross. If I have been too busy to read you better believe that I have been too busy to do laundry. HA.
- Wednesday I met up with THREE of my high school girlfriends. We all use to dance together. Conversation was easy and our kids played it up (at the pool) for many hours. We enjoyed sharing old stories and learning new ones. It is a great weird to be back in my home town.
- Wednesday my friend Reagan (and baby) from San Antonio drove in for fun and adventure.
- Thursday we drove out to the Children’s Museum. We paid for metered parking and still came away with a ticket. I think it was worth it. After the museum we made our way to Herman Park to picnic and ride the train. What should have taken maybe 5 minutes took about 25. That is what happens when I am in control of directions.
- Attended Kam’s 18th birthday dinner. Happy Birthday Kameron!
- Friday we hung at the community pool with the kiddos and then went to pick up Caleb from Hobby Airport. No problems with directions this day. Wait. I think that is not true. Oh well.
- Made Mexican Chicken for dinner…Or is it called King Ranch Chicken. (ingredients- chicken, cream of chicken, rotel, wheat tortillas, and stuff to taste.)
- Saturday I drove us out to Galveston Beach. Do you hear a bit of pride in that? You should. Do you remember my lack of direction skills. I made it to Galveston with NO PROBLEM. That is a true statement. Dinner at Fudruckers on The Strand with our staycation crew.
- Church at Ecclesia. Still loving this place. Casa Ole’ for lunch and naps all around.
Week ahead.
ADOPTION PAPERWORK!
A Valeria Boss Salon.
July 13, 2008 – 1:09 am
A slice of Heaven on Earth. That is what this experience is. If you live in Springfield, MO. you need to treat yourself to a day with Valerie and her staff. Everyone is equally engaging and fun to be around. Talent flows from their hands just as an artist paints on a canvas. Serious. It is just that good. I will try and detail my 2 1/2 hour experience.
- I walk in and am greeted by the hostess who already calls me by name. After filling out some quick paperwork, I am escorted around the building for a tour. During the tour I choose from a selection of lemon water, cucumber water, orange water, or some form of lemonade. It is served in a pretty stem glass at the station where my hair will be cut.
- After the tour I am directed to the room where I trade my shirt for an official robe. (Why is this so relaxing? I have no clue, I just know that it is.)
- Sitting in a warm chair with my lemon water in hand, Valerie discusses styles and options with me. A plan is made and comfort is setting in.
- Valerie’s assistant (I am so sorry I forgot your name) takes me to the “lather lounge” for a LONG shampoo and head massage. This is seriously the best part of the whole experience. I was completely lost in the moment. Relaxing is an understatement. This girl deserves some sort of award for her amazing skills.
- Feeling like I just lost 10 pounds of stress, I find myself sitting in the chair ready for cut and style. Conversation is good and flows with ease. I am sure that this is a mastered skill. Laughter is always good. Always.
- The cut is amazing.
- I nearly felt like a princess when two women stood next to me with blow dryers in hand. I felt honored to be their project. They had a hard job. Lord bless them.
- Valerie came back to smooth out my hair with the flat iron. She has an amazing way of teaching as she is doing. It only makes sense that she would show you how to style your hair so that your hair looks the best. A walking business card of sorts. Product was applied and all was done.
- I felt amazing. Yes, I did. I just may look at my calendar and plan my next journey to Springfield, MO.
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In Pictures.
before.
The Amazing Valerie and a beautiful client.
the goofy smile that screams “I feel GREAT”.
weekend plans.
July 4, 2008 – 8:40 am
- Love a 12 hour car ride to Springfield, MO. The home of Aaron Burgee (former Bachelor), Brad Pitt, & Cashew Chicken
- Get pumped and ready for this.
- Get my haircut at the absolute best salon in the WORLD (formerly known as The Groove).
- Meet up with some friends I don’t get to see often.
- Nakato’s Japanese Steakhouse.
- Finish reading this and then start this.
- Watch lots of fireworks from the passenger side window.
- Who knows we may even throw in a hot date. I am going to have great hair so I need to have a hot date. Don’t they go together? Yes.
- Visit the first church we ever served with. I can’t wait to see lots of familiar faces. We were here when Colt was born.