Have you ever noticed how certain words or phrases can take you back in time. They will remind you of a memory that you may have not thought about in many years.
"Prince" is one for me. When I was a teenager I would listen to "Prince" on my "walkman" while skiing. I only listen to one cassette, because that is all I had, but for some reason I only listened while I skied. Whenever I hear that name I just immediately go back in time and picture myself skiing at Swain Ski Resort.
Outer Banks vacations makes me think of my Dad. Several years ago, when he still traveled a little, he went to the Outer Banks and every time I see him he talks about how much I would love to go there. My Dad and I have had our struggles through out the years, we butt heads quite often. He can be a grumpy old man with a mouth that needs to be washed out with soap but I love him.
Monday, November 30, 2009
Christmas Books
For the past month I have been reading Christmas books. It is what I do. The moment the leaves start changing I switch from Christian Historical Fiction to Christmas. It is amazing that in years past I would read just about anything Christmas. The authors really didn't concern me as long as Christmas was the theme.
This year I started off reading a book that was not written by a Christian author. Oh my word, it was horrible. I want to raise my child with morals and values and reading some of these books make me feel like I am not setting a good example.
I am very thankful that our local library has a rather large Christian section, with many Christmas books. I have no need to venture elsewhere.
This year I started off reading a book that was not written by a Christian author. Oh my word, it was horrible. I want to raise my child with morals and values and reading some of these books make me feel like I am not setting a good example.
I am very thankful that our local library has a rather large Christian section, with many Christmas books. I have no need to venture elsewhere.
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Hate Laptops
I have come to the conclusion that I just HATE laptop computers. The one that the husband has, has done nothing but give us trouble since day one.
My laptop bit the bust several months ago and I went back to a desktop. Since going back to the desktop I don't think I would ever willingly return to a laptop.
I was really hoping that I had the funds for Black Friday in order to get both the hubby and I new desktop computers, but I guess it was not God's will.
Honestly, I didn't see any real bargains on them anyway. In the next few months we will not have a choice. The hubby's computer, which is the main business computer, is acting goofy'er everyday.
My laptop bit the bust several months ago and I went back to a desktop. Since going back to the desktop I don't think I would ever willingly return to a laptop.
I was really hoping that I had the funds for Black Friday in order to get both the hubby and I new desktop computers, but I guess it was not God's will.
Honestly, I didn't see any real bargains on them anyway. In the next few months we will not have a choice. The hubby's computer, which is the main business computer, is acting goofy'er everyday.
Earthquake Research
We are off to spend several hours at the library where CAL needs to do research on earthquakes for his science fair project.
I love his new school, but honestly, I hate projects. Most of the time the parents put just as much time into as the child does.
His first project, that he spent a month researching, was shot down by his teacher last week. She called me in for a conference and said she didn't really understand his project. I said, well that makes two of us. I am glad she finally said it but I only wish she would have said it earlier. I had tried to talk him out of the project weeks ago but he just would not listen. He has to listen to his teacher.
I love his new school, but honestly, I hate projects. Most of the time the parents put just as much time into as the child does.
His first project, that he spent a month researching, was shot down by his teacher last week. She called me in for a conference and said she didn't really understand his project. I said, well that makes two of us. I am glad she finally said it but I only wish she would have said it earlier. I had tried to talk him out of the project weeks ago but he just would not listen. He has to listen to his teacher.
First real cold day
Today is the first real cold day that we have had this season. The temp is not that bad but the wind is making it 10 to 20 degrees cooler and of course, it chills you to the bone.
It is days like these that have me dreaming of orlando vacations. We could actually take a vacation to Orlando for cheaper than most. We have family in that area, family that works at Disney and hopefully, if we begged, could get us a discount on our tickets.
But a vacation is just a dream. Today we have to run out for necessities. Believe me if they were not necessary, I would be curling up in front of the TV with my hot chocolate.
It is days like these that have me dreaming of orlando vacations. We could actually take a vacation to Orlando for cheaper than most. We have family in that area, family that works at Disney and hopefully, if we begged, could get us a discount on our tickets.
But a vacation is just a dream. Today we have to run out for necessities. Believe me if they were not necessary, I would be curling up in front of the TV with my hot chocolate.
Fantastic Black Friday
Yesterday was fantastic but it had little to do with Black Friday. After CAL and I arrived home ,with our newly purchased tree, we had an awesome day. It felt like Christmas. We decorated until we just could not stand up any longer.
CAL found a very nice jackknife at Home Depot and I allowed him to get it with the understanding that it would be a large part of his birthday gift. CAL's birthday is next Friday and honestly I have not purchased a thing.
He loves the knife and spent some time in his room tearing apart and OLD laptop that we had. The knife is one of those multi=purpose knifes that comes with everything except the kitchen sink.
The hubby loves the tree and we had Christmas music blaring most of the day. I know that today could not be better so we have decided to run a few errands.
If yesterday would have been Christmas I would have ranked it up at the very top for the best Christmas.
CAL found a very nice jackknife at Home Depot and I allowed him to get it with the understanding that it would be a large part of his birthday gift. CAL's birthday is next Friday and honestly I have not purchased a thing.
He loves the knife and spent some time in his room tearing apart and OLD laptop that we had. The knife is one of those multi=purpose knifes that comes with everything except the kitchen sink.
The hubby loves the tree and we had Christmas music blaring most of the day. I know that today could not be better so we have decided to run a few errands.
If yesterday would have been Christmas I would have ranked it up at the very top for the best Christmas.
Friday, November 27, 2009
The Search is Over
I love my job. I have officially called off the Seattle Job Search and all other job searches. I have been overwhelmed this week because I felt like I had to accomplish all the tasks that my gave me before the holidays. It wasn't until I allowed myself to believe that there was no way under heaven that I could get everything done, that I started to relax, have fun, and got as much accomplished as I possibly could.
This is the best work environment that I have ever experienced. My boss gives me a task and then gives me space and time to complete it.
Have I mentioned that I love my job.
This is the best work environment that I have ever experienced. My boss gives me a task and then gives me space and time to complete it.
Have I mentioned that I love my job.
I don't know what got into me.......
I am not the best housekeeper in the world. Actually if I am being totally honest, I probably rank at the other end of the spectrum. It is not that I hate housework I just can never seem to care or get motivated enough to do it. It is just not rewarding. The house might look and smell a little better for a few hours but then you just cannot seem to tell that I spent hours cleaning it.
Yesterday I decided to tackle the laundry room. I had several boxes that needed to go to the attic and I thought that while we were getting the Christmas decorations down it would be a good time to put the boxes up there. I was like a mad woman. I sorted though several boxes and was able to throw so much stuff out.
I still have a little more to go but it doubled the size of the room so I was able to actually see an improvement. That kind of cleaning I enjoy. I just hope I can motivate myself like that again real soon to finish the job.
Yesterday I decided to tackle the laundry room. I had several boxes that needed to go to the attic and I thought that while we were getting the Christmas decorations down it would be a good time to put the boxes up there. I was like a mad woman. I sorted though several boxes and was able to throw so much stuff out.
I still have a little more to go but it doubled the size of the room so I was able to actually see an improvement. That kind of cleaning I enjoy. I just hope I can motivate myself like that again real soon to finish the job.
Success
My first Black Friday experience was a complete and total success. Several weeks ago the hubby and I were in Home Depot and were admiring their artificial trees. We found out just before Christmas last year that CAL was allergic to any/all pine trees, so we used a small table top because we just didn't have enough set aside to pay $100+ for a tree. At Home Depot we saw one that both of us really liked but it was $130.00. We just could not justify the expense.
A couple days ago a teacher at school said that they bought theirs on Black Friday and I should check out the specials. I logged onto the Black Friday web site, looked under Home Depot and sure enough there was our tree. It was $49.00. I was so excited.
That significant of a savings justifies me getting up at 5:30 a.m. and heading to the stores. I refused to wait in any entry line so we arrived shortly after 6:00 a.m. The store was not that bad and right in front was the tree I wanted. As a matter of fact there were seven of them. I ran to the back of the store to look at the display to make 100% sure it was the correct tree. All the boxes in the back were damaged, CAL and I quickly walked back up front, I told CAL that if anyone got in our way they might need some whole life insurance. I selected a tree and started for the other end of the store for a few small things I wanted to look at. That tree was so heavy, CAL grabbed a cart and we continued shopping.
I purchased a few small stocking stuffers and we were back in the car with 30 minutes. No one was harmed in the purchasing of my tree.
It is a beautiful tree that was in true (our last name) fashion was put up on the day after Thanksgiving.
A couple days ago a teacher at school said that they bought theirs on Black Friday and I should check out the specials. I logged onto the Black Friday web site, looked under Home Depot and sure enough there was our tree. It was $49.00. I was so excited.
That significant of a savings justifies me getting up at 5:30 a.m. and heading to the stores. I refused to wait in any entry line so we arrived shortly after 6:00 a.m. The store was not that bad and right in front was the tree I wanted. As a matter of fact there were seven of them. I ran to the back of the store to look at the display to make 100% sure it was the correct tree. All the boxes in the back were damaged, CAL and I quickly walked back up front, I told CAL that if anyone got in our way they might need some whole life insurance. I selected a tree and started for the other end of the store for a few small things I wanted to look at. That tree was so heavy, CAL grabbed a cart and we continued shopping.
I purchased a few small stocking stuffers and we were back in the car with 30 minutes. No one was harmed in the purchasing of my tree.
It is a beautiful tree that was in true (our last name) fashion was put up on the day after Thanksgiving.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Hess Truck
You might remember my obsession with the Hess Trucks. Just in case you don't. CAL told me that he thinks we should skip this year because he is getting too old. Is there any such thing as too old the Hess Truck? I thought he was going to tear my heart out next.
In years past I have tried to get the truck for the Hubby's Son and Son-in-law but unfortunately it won't happen again this year. Sorry guys but if you want to send the money I can pick it up for you.
In years past I have tried to get the truck for the Hubby's Son and Son-in-law but unfortunately it won't happen again this year. Sorry guys but if you want to send the money I can pick it up for you.
Gifts for the Fam!
I have not purchased gifts for family members in years. It makes me sad because I love to buy things. That is probably why we are in the situation we are in.
Since getting the new job I have decided that God created me to be a buyer. I am most happy when I am researching things and then buying them.
I have great ideas for gifts for almost everyone in my family, the spirit is willing but the pocket-book is weak.
My nephew (who was saved in 2009) would love some of the Christian music that is out right now. Have any of you heard the WOW 2010 CD. It is fantastic.
My sister and niece were into horses a while back, but I am sure they would love horse supplies.
Oh and this is a topic for another post but....... The Hess Truck is Back and It's Better Than EVER!
Since getting the new job I have decided that God created me to be a buyer. I am most happy when I am researching things and then buying them.
I have great ideas for gifts for almost everyone in my family, the spirit is willing but the pocket-book is weak.
My nephew (who was saved in 2009) would love some of the Christian music that is out right now. Have any of you heard the WOW 2010 CD. It is fantastic.
My sister and niece were into horses a while back, but I am sure they would love horse supplies.
Oh and this is a topic for another post but....... The Hess Truck is Back and It's Better Than EVER!
Black Friday
Are you stitting down?
I might go shopping on Black Friday. There is something that I want to get the family and the price is just too good to pass up. I have NEVER gone shopping on BF before. I WILL NOT even go the malls on the weekend because I cannot stand to have people that close to me.
I should live in a bubble!
I hope that I don't make a habit out of this. Really I cannot stand to have any stranger closer than arms length. I have even been known to show people with my arms exactly where that barrier is located.
I might go shopping on Black Friday. There is something that I want to get the family and the price is just too good to pass up. I have NEVER gone shopping on BF before. I WILL NOT even go the malls on the weekend because I cannot stand to have people that close to me.
I should live in a bubble!
I hope that I don't make a habit out of this. Really I cannot stand to have any stranger closer than arms length. I have even been known to show people with my arms exactly where that barrier is located.
Monday, November 23, 2009
He made the team......
Kinda!
He is the manager who is responsible for all the equipment and things of that nature.
He will not get a uniform or be allowed to play in the games but he is allowed to practice with the team.
This was really the best we could hope for. CAL is vertically challenged and not very fast so basketball will never be his sport.
His sport is baseball but the school does not have a team.
I am not sure if he gets to travel with the team or not. I think he can only participate with the home games. I was prepared to purchase some Samsonite luggage if he made the travel team.
I am just thrilled with his current position. He longs to be a part of a team sport and this will also give him a chance to make the team next year should he have a 7 to 12 inch growth spurt.
He is the manager who is responsible for all the equipment and things of that nature.
He will not get a uniform or be allowed to play in the games but he is allowed to practice with the team.
This was really the best we could hope for. CAL is vertically challenged and not very fast so basketball will never be his sport.
His sport is baseball but the school does not have a team.
I am not sure if he gets to travel with the team or not. I think he can only participate with the home games. I was prepared to purchase some Samsonite luggage if he made the travel team.
I am just thrilled with his current position. He longs to be a part of a team sport and this will also give him a chance to make the team next year should he have a 7 to 12 inch growth spurt.
Are you Serious
No! We are no longer Sirius. I have found the service to be way to unreliable. The only time it really works well is when it is factory installed in your car. We have a couple of the home receivers and found that we spend most of our time "trying to find a signal".
We even purchased one of the special outdoor antennas, and still it will play for a few minutes and then keep cutting in and out.
Instead we have been listening to AOL Radio. So far I really like it and it helps that they have a Christmas category. The Christian Christmas is awesome, you don't have to listen to all those ridiculous "holiday" songs like Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer.
We even purchased one of the special outdoor antennas, and still it will play for a few minutes and then keep cutting in and out.
Instead we have been listening to AOL Radio. So far I really like it and it helps that they have a Christmas category. The Christian Christmas is awesome, you don't have to listen to all those ridiculous "holiday" songs like Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer.
Side Effects
Just when we all seem to be getting healthy again, it seems that there is a side effect of taking every over-the-counter drug available for close to a month.
I think we all need to sign into drug rehab, but that is not the side effect.
We are broke..... I think I spent $50 to $75 on cold, allergy, flu, and general aches and pain medicine. We have nothing left in the house should someone need a simple Tylenol.
As a matter of fact the Hubby came down with a horrible toothache this weekend and we noticed that the double pack of Tylenol that we purchased just a few weeks ago was gone. We both searched for the "missing" bottle, because surely we didn't go through that much in that short of time period.
We found the bottle it had three pills left.
I think we all need to sign into drug rehab, but that is not the side effect.
We are broke..... I think I spent $50 to $75 on cold, allergy, flu, and general aches and pain medicine. We have nothing left in the house should someone need a simple Tylenol.
As a matter of fact the Hubby came down with a horrible toothache this weekend and we noticed that the double pack of Tylenol that we purchased just a few weeks ago was gone. We both searched for the "missing" bottle, because surely we didn't go through that much in that short of time period.
We found the bottle it had three pills left.
Saturday, November 21, 2009
Almost thirteen
My little boy will turn thirteen in just a few weeks. I am very excited for him. This is a big step and the first thing he wants to do is start a facebook page.
My son has changed so much in the past year. He is turning into a wonderful Christian young man that I am so proud of. I think back to the past and often wonder how we ever made it through those times.
He has friends for the first time in his life. Real friends. Friends that encourage him and push him to be a better Christian and, in turn, a better person.
A sign of his change..... He has no idea what he wants for his birthday or Christmas. He said that he has all that he really wants. Now he would like the new iPod touch but he understands that that is not even a possibility and he is OK with that.
This is driving my Mom crazy however, she wants a list and she needs it right now, and cannot wait. I think she has called me ten times looking for a list. Today she called and said "fine I will just buy you motorhome insurance". Well I guess that would be ok, if we owned a motorhome. I am sure that would be very handy.
Hey Mom how about making a mortgage or car payment. That would be wonderful.
My son has changed so much in the past year. He is turning into a wonderful Christian young man that I am so proud of. I think back to the past and often wonder how we ever made it through those times.
He has friends for the first time in his life. Real friends. Friends that encourage him and push him to be a better Christian and, in turn, a better person.
A sign of his change..... He has no idea what he wants for his birthday or Christmas. He said that he has all that he really wants. Now he would like the new iPod touch but he understands that that is not even a possibility and he is OK with that.
This is driving my Mom crazy however, she wants a list and she needs it right now, and cannot wait. I think she has called me ten times looking for a list. Today she called and said "fine I will just buy you motorhome insurance". Well I guess that would be ok, if we owned a motorhome. I am sure that would be very handy.
Hey Mom how about making a mortgage or car payment. That would be wonderful.
8 out of 9
Eight out of nine is not too bad.
Eight is the number of A's that CAL received on his report card. I am so thankful that he received his brains from his father. The other grade was a B+ and we are very thankful for that. He really struggled with Science.
I know that his curriculum is much more difficult than in the public school. It is good to know that he is indeed a smart boy.
Eight is the number of A's that CAL received on his report card. I am so thankful that he received his brains from his father. The other grade was a B+ and we are very thankful for that. He really struggled with Science.
I know that his curriculum is much more difficult than in the public school. It is good to know that he is indeed a smart boy.
Dress Code
I have a dress code at work and the term is literal. We must wear dresses or skirts. They have to be well below the knee and we joke that they are floor length.
On Thursday, because I had to make the Sam's run, I was allowed to wear jeans. I felt so out of place and could not wait for the day to end. I never in my life thought that I would enjoy wearing skirts but I love it. I have been employed for three weeks now. I have found myself wearing my skirts to Sunday (both services) and Wednesday.
The only problem is that it is almost impossible to find the appropriate length skirt. I found two different styles at Khols but have not found anything since. I obviously need more than two skirts if I am going to be wearing them six days a week.
I did go back and buy all the colors they had in the one style. Because I am horizontally challenged it is hard to find nice clothes in my size. It is much harder than shopping for truck accessories, but I guess it is somewhat the same because there are days that I feel like I am the size of a truck.
On Thursday, because I had to make the Sam's run, I was allowed to wear jeans. I felt so out of place and could not wait for the day to end. I never in my life thought that I would enjoy wearing skirts but I love it. I have been employed for three weeks now. I have found myself wearing my skirts to Sunday (both services) and Wednesday.
The only problem is that it is almost impossible to find the appropriate length skirt. I found two different styles at Khols but have not found anything since. I obviously need more than two skirts if I am going to be wearing them six days a week.
I did go back and buy all the colors they had in the one style. Because I am horizontally challenged it is hard to find nice clothes in my size. It is much harder than shopping for truck accessories, but I guess it is somewhat the same because there are days that I feel like I am the size of a truck.
Your Opinion
Ok I have never asked this before but I want your opinion.
There is a new Anti-Obama slogan out there. It is simply Psalm 109:8.
The controversy comes in Psalm 109:9 but that is not the verse that is being quoted.
I am going to make you do your homework, and you have to look it up.
I know that I have a few regular readers and some of you comment and some don't but please on this one take the plunge and give me your opinion.
Now I run the risk of no one commenting and then looking silly but I guess that is a chance I have to take.
The controversy is that it is "trawling for assassins". What do you think?
There is a new Anti-Obama slogan out there. It is simply Psalm 109:8.
The controversy comes in Psalm 109:9 but that is not the verse that is being quoted.
I am going to make you do your homework, and you have to look it up.
I know that I have a few regular readers and some of you comment and some don't but please on this one take the plunge and give me your opinion.
Now I run the risk of no one commenting and then looking silly but I guess that is a chance I have to take.
The controversy is that it is "trawling for assassins". What do you think?
Duties
One of my duties at my new job is purchasing. Honestly that is the job that God created me for. I love to buy things. That is probably one of the reasons we are in the mess that we are in, but that is a whole other story.
Thursday was my day to make the Sam's trip. I was very nervous because I had to drive the huge 15 passenger van. Everything went pretty smoothly until I had to try to stop that van at one of the 15 red lights that I have to pass through. I thought I was slowing down pretty good until everything on the four rows of seats came flying off.
I had a huge 32 can of Mountain Dew come crashing forward and hit my right elbow and then land on a bag of apples. Applesauce anyone?
I arrived back at work safely and no pedestrians were injured. I thought I saw this one guy looking at life insurance rates on his laptop while driving, but that might have been my imagination.
Did I mention that I love my new job. God certainly knew what he was doing. I fought against the Hubby when he asked me to apply. I was worried. I still worry but then I remember that God gave me the job and he most certainly will give me the skills to handle the tasks.
Thursday was my day to make the Sam's trip. I was very nervous because I had to drive the huge 15 passenger van. Everything went pretty smoothly until I had to try to stop that van at one of the 15 red lights that I have to pass through. I thought I was slowing down pretty good until everything on the four rows of seats came flying off.
I had a huge 32 can of Mountain Dew come crashing forward and hit my right elbow and then land on a bag of apples. Applesauce anyone?
I arrived back at work safely and no pedestrians were injured. I thought I saw this one guy looking at life insurance rates on his laptop while driving, but that might have been my imagination.
Did I mention that I love my new job. God certainly knew what he was doing. I fought against the Hubby when he asked me to apply. I was worried. I still worry but then I remember that God gave me the job and he most certainly will give me the skills to handle the tasks.
Sleeping Beauty
CAL had an event at the church last night. It is 1:41 pm and he is still sleeping.
Of course the event was call Insomnia and went from 7 pm to 7am with NO SLEEPING. They went blowing, lazer tag, back to the church for pizza at 1:00 am, and then on to more events. Never stopping or slowing down.
The hubby and I had some shopping to do this morning and when CAL arrived home he insisted that he was not tired. I said fine I don't mind if you don't sleep but....... if you are not tired you can vacuum the house while we are gone.
After picking up a few groceries we stopped home before continuing our other errands. My little man was sound asleep in his bed with Adventures in Odyssey playing. He must have worked hard to get to sleep just he didn't have to work hard vacuuming the house.
Of course the event was call Insomnia and went from 7 pm to 7am with NO SLEEPING. They went blowing, lazer tag, back to the church for pizza at 1:00 am, and then on to more events. Never stopping or slowing down.
The hubby and I had some shopping to do this morning and when CAL arrived home he insisted that he was not tired. I said fine I don't mind if you don't sleep but....... if you are not tired you can vacuum the house while we are gone.
After picking up a few groceries we stopped home before continuing our other errands. My little man was sound asleep in his bed with Adventures in Odyssey playing. He must have worked hard to get to sleep just he didn't have to work hard vacuuming the house.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
I almost forgot
At some point during our four week flu ordeal I received a free sample of Complete Health Respiratory Guard. This lozenger is suppose to be to effective in boosting immune defenses in order to prevent the flu and to fight off flu symptoms.
I was very excited to try this product especially because I was willing to try just about anything at that point to feel better.
The Elderberry flavored lozengers had a very unique taste that I didn't dislike but I wouldn't go as far as to say that I "enjoyed" them. They dissolved quickly and didn't leave a medicine or aftertaste.
I am not sure if these helped me or not. I know that is not the best review but in all honesty I think I might have been too far gone by the time I started taking them. I didn't notice an improvement, but on the positive side I don't think they made me feel any worse.
I don't believe in taking the flu vaccines, so I am sure that I will have a chance to try this product again in the future. I would love to give it another chance under better circumstances. That last flu was a little unfair to judge the product by.
This review is a result of a feedback campaign by Respiratory Guard. The recipients were asked to give their honest opinion about the product they received. Good reviews were not incentivized and poor reviews will not be censored for their opinion of the product. **
I was very excited to try this product especially because I was willing to try just about anything at that point to feel better.
The Elderberry flavored lozengers had a very unique taste that I didn't dislike but I wouldn't go as far as to say that I "enjoyed" them. They dissolved quickly and didn't leave a medicine or aftertaste.
I am not sure if these helped me or not. I know that is not the best review but in all honesty I think I might have been too far gone by the time I started taking them. I didn't notice an improvement, but on the positive side I don't think they made me feel any worse.
I don't believe in taking the flu vaccines, so I am sure that I will have a chance to try this product again in the future. I would love to give it another chance under better circumstances. That last flu was a little unfair to judge the product by.
This review is a result of a feedback campaign by Respiratory Guard. The recipients were asked to give their honest opinion about the product they received. Good reviews were not incentivized and poor reviews will not be censored for their opinion of the product. **
Birth Defect
I was born with a birth defect. It is quite serious at times and more often than not it has long lasting side effects.
I have no filter between my brain and my mouth. If a thought or comment pops into my head more often than not it escapes out of my mouth before I have had time to even consider the consequences.
This birth defect is the reason that I have been so stressed about my new job. I just know that I am going to make some comment or statement that is going to get me into hot water.
I have often consider filing a claim for Social Security Benefits. This condition definitely hinders my ability to earn a living.
I was talking about this situation with a lady last night and she looked at me and said "are you serious?" Yes I am serious. I do have the condition but I am not serious about applying for SS benefits.
I have no filter between my brain and my mouth. If a thought or comment pops into my head more often than not it escapes out of my mouth before I have had time to even consider the consequences.
This birth defect is the reason that I have been so stressed about my new job. I just know that I am going to make some comment or statement that is going to get me into hot water.
I have often consider filing a claim for Social Security Benefits. This condition definitely hinders my ability to earn a living.
I was talking about this situation with a lady last night and she looked at me and said "are you serious?" Yes I am serious. I do have the condition but I am not serious about applying for SS benefits.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Life is Good
Life is getting back to normal in the Lukie Household. The boys still have their coughs but my sore throat and foggy feeling are gone. I can actually function like a normal human being again.
The new job is going great and I will not be talking about that much on here. Too many nosy neighbors.
CAL is going to try out for the basketball team today, he doesn't really have much hope of getting on the team but God can perform miracles (see past posts).
Please say a prayer for him.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I feel like life is moving way too fast lately. I am not used to this pace. I think I need a vacation already. Maybe I will start praying for a vacation at a honolulu hotel. If God can provide me with a job, he surely could provide me with an awesome vacation, right? OK I understand it doesn't quite work that way but...... it is always fun to dream.
The new job is going great and I will not be talking about that much on here. Too many nosy neighbors.
CAL is going to try out for the basketball team today, he doesn't really have much hope of getting on the team but God can perform miracles (see past posts).
Please say a prayer for him.
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I feel like life is moving way too fast lately. I am not used to this pace. I think I need a vacation already. Maybe I will start praying for a vacation at a honolulu hotel. If God can provide me with a job, he surely could provide me with an awesome vacation, right? OK I understand it doesn't quite work that way but...... it is always fun to dream.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Sick and Tired
OK folks just in case you are playing along at home, we are on week number four of the Lukie Household being ill.
It all started several weeks ago with The Hubby running a fever and having flu symptoms. We have been told that if you have the flu this time of the year it is swine and the doctors are not even running the tests. Insurance will not cover it and the cost was $300+. So we have concluded that The Hubby had swine.
He then infected CAL and he missed four days of school.
Please note that while the hubby didn't have the fever on week two he still was not feeling good and had a horrible cough.
Week three both CAL and Hubby still don't feel "good" and they still have the horrible cough. CAL also had moments of throwing up for no particular reason. He has come home early from school twice during this time period.
Week number four, I finally decide to join the fun. I feel like I have been run over by a Mack truck. I put on a happy face to go to work for the four hours and then come home put on pajamas and collapse. My throat is so sore and it has been that way for well over a week. For the past two weekends I have slept, and when I say slept I mean it. Saturday I was awake and out of bed for only four hours. Sunday I was awake for longer but didn't leave the house.
Today when I arrived home I sat and cried for a few minutes. I just don't feel good. I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. My throat is so sore I cannot eat, drink, or even swallow.
I started doing some research. I have taken all the medicine that my body can handle. I need some home remedies for the sore throat.
I don't want to jinx myself but....... I gargled with Peroxide.... It was quite the experience. I gargled and spit out the Peroxide and started to leave the bathroom. I was walking down the hall when I felt this foaming in my mouth, and it was gagging me. I ran to the other bathroom and it looked like I had rabies. It was horrible. I could not get the foam out. When it was all over I assumed that it must have been a good thing and so I gargled again.
An hour later (now), my throat feels better than it has in over a week. I can swallow without a struggle. I am still not 100%, but I feel like dancing.
I am going to gargle several more times tonight and I just might make that Bible Study after all.
Now if I can just get rid of this foggy feeling in my head (so that I can talk on the phone) life will be grand.
It all started several weeks ago with The Hubby running a fever and having flu symptoms. We have been told that if you have the flu this time of the year it is swine and the doctors are not even running the tests. Insurance will not cover it and the cost was $300+. So we have concluded that The Hubby had swine.
He then infected CAL and he missed four days of school.
Please note that while the hubby didn't have the fever on week two he still was not feeling good and had a horrible cough.
Week three both CAL and Hubby still don't feel "good" and they still have the horrible cough. CAL also had moments of throwing up for no particular reason. He has come home early from school twice during this time period.
Week number four, I finally decide to join the fun. I feel like I have been run over by a Mack truck. I put on a happy face to go to work for the four hours and then come home put on pajamas and collapse. My throat is so sore and it has been that way for well over a week. For the past two weekends I have slept, and when I say slept I mean it. Saturday I was awake and out of bed for only four hours. Sunday I was awake for longer but didn't leave the house.
Today when I arrived home I sat and cried for a few minutes. I just don't feel good. I am sick and tired of being sick and tired. My throat is so sore I cannot eat, drink, or even swallow.
I started doing some research. I have taken all the medicine that my body can handle. I need some home remedies for the sore throat.
I don't want to jinx myself but....... I gargled with Peroxide.... It was quite the experience. I gargled and spit out the Peroxide and started to leave the bathroom. I was walking down the hall when I felt this foaming in my mouth, and it was gagging me. I ran to the other bathroom and it looked like I had rabies. It was horrible. I could not get the foam out. When it was all over I assumed that it must have been a good thing and so I gargled again.
An hour later (now), my throat feels better than it has in over a week. I can swallow without a struggle. I am still not 100%, but I feel like dancing.
I am going to gargle several more times tonight and I just might make that Bible Study after all.
Now if I can just get rid of this foggy feeling in my head (so that I can talk on the phone) life will be grand.
Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Daily Prayer
Well I will try........
You have no idea how much this prayer spoke directly to me. I beg God to change me into the person that he wants and needs me to be. I know that this is going to take some time and it begins with a change of heart.
Dear Heavenly Father, I am thankful that when we come to You, we can be set free of any character traits that are not like You. Lord, fill me with the Holy Spirit so that I do not allow any angry words to come out of my mouth. Lord, help me not to yield to a contentious attitude nor have an argumentative spirit. May I be a kind and loving person that is a peacemaker. Help me to speak gracious things and to be a good witness in all that I say and do. May I always love and do good to my husband all the days of my life. I ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen. -- Bible.com
You have no idea how much this prayer spoke directly to me. I beg God to change me into the person that he wants and needs me to be. I know that this is going to take some time and it begins with a change of heart.
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Once Again
Once again God has provided for my family.
I am officially part-time employed.
I am not qualified and there is no reasonable explanation as to why they would hire a 40 year-old overweight woman who has not been employed outside the home business in over 20 years.
They were very impressed with my resume, so I must send many thank you's out to WB for her help. I never could have come up with a resume like that without her suggestions and template.
Today was my first day, and I work part-time for now but there will be the chance for more hours as time goes on.
I do have a dress code and spent a ton of money on new clothes last week. I will have to pick up a few more things.
I was so nervous that I emailed most of my work home so that I could work on it at my leisure. The only problem with that is, I have found myself working for over an hour already at home (not being paid).
I am in an office with many cubicles and it was so quite today. I dread the day that I actually have to start making phone calls. Everyone will be able to hear (and dissect) everything that I say.
Keep me in your prayers, I was sure that when I arrived today they were going to tell me there was a terrible mistake and I am not the person they wanted. I am also afraid that I am highly unqualified for the job.
I am officially part-time employed.
I am not qualified and there is no reasonable explanation as to why they would hire a 40 year-old overweight woman who has not been employed outside the home business in over 20 years.
They were very impressed with my resume, so I must send many thank you's out to WB for her help. I never could have come up with a resume like that without her suggestions and template.
Today was my first day, and I work part-time for now but there will be the chance for more hours as time goes on.
I do have a dress code and spent a ton of money on new clothes last week. I will have to pick up a few more things.
I was so nervous that I emailed most of my work home so that I could work on it at my leisure. The only problem with that is, I have found myself working for over an hour already at home (not being paid).
I am in an office with many cubicles and it was so quite today. I dread the day that I actually have to start making phone calls. Everyone will be able to hear (and dissect) everything that I say.
Keep me in your prayers, I was sure that when I arrived today they were going to tell me there was a terrible mistake and I am not the person they wanted. I am also afraid that I am highly unqualified for the job.
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