Well, the kids are super stoked about their new XBOX 360 w/Kinect:) We ended up going to GameStop Monday and bought 10 games (!), but they are having an awesome sale-buy 2 get 1 free; we also had a $100 gift card that came with purchase.
That stop was after we hit WM and Sam's. BUSY morning:) After that, we went home and the kids got started super-cleaning their bedrooms-yay! My darling husband installed a new bathroom light/fan--THANK YOU!!!
Overall, a great holiday filled with some great people and gifts...now on to "real" life--with a little room to breathe.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Friday, December 16, 2011
Holiday Cheer--or not!
I know Christmas isn't here yet....but I'm ready for it to be over. Rude people at the store, pressure to BUY, the ever-present list-making (list-checking, list-rechecking). In addition, there are obligations that are fun but time-consuming like the school and work parties and other holiday shindigs. I really enjoy those, but you still have to shop for Dirty Santa and get a babysitter.
I'm ready for some quiet time! A weekend without multiple functions to attend sounds so nice. Maybe we can get a household project done or actually clean my house:)
I'm ready for some quiet time! A weekend without multiple functions to attend sounds so nice. Maybe we can get a household project done or actually clean my house:)
Thursday, December 1, 2011
All about Ivy (or at least a little) . . .
As I sit here beside my biggest blog fan (aka Ivy, my sister-who funnily enough hasn't signed up as a follower!), I listen to shrieks from the bathroom and I think, "THESE KIDS ARE CRAZY!!!" Poor little heathens...they just can't help themselves. I believe this set of cousins bring out the worst in each other. But they sure do have fun:)
My wonderful sister invited us down for my favorite dinner-Potato Soup. YUMMY!! Thanks Ivy:) Then she let me use the computer since mine's still sick...Thanks Ivy, again:)
I will be very glad for this weekend to come, although it won't be particularly relaxing. Christmas Party for Adams & Garth in Charlottesville Sat. night, and we're walking in the parade with the Maddox Air & Electrical float *very excited* on Sun. night. I will need to grocery shop, paint my toenails, and do laundry somewhere in there as well...not fun. But I WON'T have to call 22 people by lunch to tell them that they do in fact have to work today.
My wonderful sister invited us down for my favorite dinner-Potato Soup. YUMMY!! Thanks Ivy:) Then she let me use the computer since mine's still sick...Thanks Ivy, again:)
I will be very glad for this weekend to come, although it won't be particularly relaxing. Christmas Party for Adams & Garth in Charlottesville Sat. night, and we're walking in the parade with the Maddox Air & Electrical float *very excited* on Sun. night. I will need to grocery shop, paint my toenails, and do laundry somewhere in there as well...not fun. But I WON'T have to call 22 people by lunch to tell them that they do in fact have to work today.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas!
So far, all the kids on my Christmas list are taken care of. I've had to set deadlines for myself...so sad:)
My next deadline is Saturday-that's when I have to turn in all my scarves that I make for this wonderful project that sends scarves on mission trips:
www.facebook.com/pages/Knit-Together-in-Love/112283612162300
This project has really been a blessing to me over the past few years. Every time someone sees me knitting or crocheting, I have been able to tell them about it:)
My next deadline is a secretive affair because it has to do with more Christmas presents!!
Confession time: I had said I was going to post some crafty items for sale...well, I've been working more than I thought I would, AND as you know, my October was not agreeable. I do have a few things to sell and I'll try to remember to post them soon! Problem is, my home computer has a virus and doesn't perform any functions, and I obviously shouldn't be using my work time to post on FB...................or blog;)!!!!!
My next deadline is Saturday-that's when I have to turn in all my scarves that I make for this wonderful project that sends scarves on mission trips:
www.facebook.com/pages/Knit-Together-in-Love/112283612162300
This project has really been a blessing to me over the past few years. Every time someone sees me knitting or crocheting, I have been able to tell them about it:)
My next deadline is a secretive affair because it has to do with more Christmas presents!!
Confession time: I had said I was going to post some crafty items for sale...well, I've been working more than I thought I would, AND as you know, my October was not agreeable. I do have a few things to sell and I'll try to remember to post them soon! Problem is, my home computer has a virus and doesn't perform any functions, and I obviously shouldn't be using my work time to post on FB...................or blog;)!!!!!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Feeling Normal Again
I am feeling like life is beginning to return to normal. That feels so good...yet so wrong!
We have thoroughly enjoyed our inherited Yorkie, Abby.
She is so very sweet, and the kids are wild about her:) At this particular moment, I am craning my neck to see over two dogs that have settled down for a nap on my chest and tummy. Nice.
After a full weekend (with a little rest), we're back in the swing of things. The kids are off from school today-which also happens to be Nadia's birthday-and we plan to head out for some shopping!! Wish me luck...
Yeah, normalcy is good:)
Sunday, October 16, 2011
Broken By Death
My heart just hurts. Yesterday morning I got the worst kind of phone call you can get. My stepbrother, 25 years old, had died. He was senselessly killed by a hit and run driver. We can only cling to the knowledge that he died instantly...there was no pain, no knowledge of impending death. That doesn't make it easier, but does give a little comfort.
My stepfather has his unconsolable moments. Moments where the tragedy of it all comes flooding back, moments where you can't help but wonder, "What if?" We are a family wracked with grief. This young man had a heart of gold...made some mistakes, but was on the road to cleaving with our Lord. I'm told that in the two weeks prior to his death, he was hardly ever seen not reading his bible. He was a saved soul, and for that I will be eternally grateful.
My husband is down in NC dealing with the aftermath of his sister's death, and our little family had just started to feel like things had calmed down a bit from that and our dog's death. But God shook it up again. Don't get me wrong, I don't blame Him. I just can't fathom having the strength to deal with all this. I was exhausted before...I don't even know what to call what I'm feeling now.
I believe death is not the end, so I can rest my hope peacefully in the knowledge that I will one day again see my beloveds...but I'm still a heart-broken wreck.
Please hold your loved ones tight, and tell everyone just how much you love them-because you never know when you won't have that opportunity again.
My stepfather has his unconsolable moments. Moments where the tragedy of it all comes flooding back, moments where you can't help but wonder, "What if?" We are a family wracked with grief. This young man had a heart of gold...made some mistakes, but was on the road to cleaving with our Lord. I'm told that in the two weeks prior to his death, he was hardly ever seen not reading his bible. He was a saved soul, and for that I will be eternally grateful.
My husband is down in NC dealing with the aftermath of his sister's death, and our little family had just started to feel like things had calmed down a bit from that and our dog's death. But God shook it up again. Don't get me wrong, I don't blame Him. I just can't fathom having the strength to deal with all this. I was exhausted before...I don't even know what to call what I'm feeling now.
I believe death is not the end, so I can rest my hope peacefully in the knowledge that I will one day again see my beloveds...but I'm still a heart-broken wreck.
Please hold your loved ones tight, and tell everyone just how much you love them-because you never know when you won't have that opportunity again.
Friday, October 7, 2011
One day, Two deaths
Where do I begin? The death of my 44-year-old sister-in-law has rocked our family to the core. She was my husband's only living sibling. She was bipolar and an alcoholic, so she was not always easy to deal with. But when she was sober she was a wonderful woman. She was always bringing the kids all kinds of things they would enjoy. And man, what a cook! The memories of the good times will live forever in my mind:)
His parents have both passed away as well as his grandparents and uncle. He keeps losing family members...gonna have to talk to God about this.
This happened the same day our dog died. He was old (almost 10) and had a tumor on his leg-we assumed he probably had one inside as well. We feel grateful that he did not suffer and was not in pain in the days before his death. He was the greatest dog anyone could ever ask for. I remember when my son was a toddler and would yank on his ears and lips (he was a Boxer), and Tiger would just calmly let him. When he got fed up, he just walked away. Never growled or snapped. In fact, he would wrap his lips around his teeth when he would "bite" while play fighting. Great dog.
One bright spot of my week: I got a job! I am now the communications controller--aka receptionist--at Adams & Garth. Staffing Solutions is what we do. The phone is constantly ringing, people are always in and out filling out paperwork and doing interviews. I have to make appts and call new applicants. It is so busy that I have to make sure I watch the clock for 3:00 so I don't end up there till 5:00!
I'm so grateful for the distraction work has provided from all this grief. I am just praying for uneventful days..and I'll try to remember to be grateful for boring days in the future.
His parents have both passed away as well as his grandparents and uncle. He keeps losing family members...gonna have to talk to God about this.
This happened the same day our dog died. He was old (almost 10) and had a tumor on his leg-we assumed he probably had one inside as well. We feel grateful that he did not suffer and was not in pain in the days before his death. He was the greatest dog anyone could ever ask for. I remember when my son was a toddler and would yank on his ears and lips (he was a Boxer), and Tiger would just calmly let him. When he got fed up, he just walked away. Never growled or snapped. In fact, he would wrap his lips around his teeth when he would "bite" while play fighting. Great dog.
One bright spot of my week: I got a job! I am now the communications controller--aka receptionist--at Adams & Garth. Staffing Solutions is what we do. The phone is constantly ringing, people are always in and out filling out paperwork and doing interviews. I have to make appts and call new applicants. It is so busy that I have to make sure I watch the clock for 3:00 so I don't end up there till 5:00!
I'm so grateful for the distraction work has provided from all this grief. I am just praying for uneventful days..and I'll try to remember to be grateful for boring days in the future.
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