Mac Attack

Our old trusty computer passed away a few months ago, so we found ourselves in need of a new computer. We thought it was a great time to get that laptop we had been really wanting! We were limited in our choices though, due to budget, but we got a great computer. We didn't get a Mac like everyone always seems to ask. If we could have afforded it, it would have been what we purchased. We are always hearing about Mac memory & all the amazing gadgets that come along with a Mac. I guess our next computer will be a Mac, if money allows. :)

Stamping in the holidays

I had been planing our Christmas card since last Christmas, well not really planning, just coming up with ideas. I had gotten a pack of Christmas stamps on clearance that I wanted to use on the envelope. It was super cute & I loved the one I used. Now I am thinking, once again about next year. I would really love to order a custom rubber stamp just for the occasion. I love unique things that not just everyone has & this would be perfect! Here is a collection of some. I think my favorite one is "Hugs and kisses and holiday wishes."

Good Christmas

Christmas was absolutely wonderful! It was the best I have ever had I think. I am so blessed! God is good, that is all I can say!

I'm not completely shure what my plans are going to be for New Years. I have never gone to a huge party or anything, so it's not like I am missing out some super celebration. And thankfully I just found out Daniel will be able to be home. He had thought he was working that night. More than likely I will cook something yummy & we will play the games we got for Christmas! We got 5!!! And probably watch a movie & of course the ball drop!

Granny's Trips

When I was little I had never been much of anywhere, expect the beach. But my Granny had traveled all over the US. She was a bowler & went different places to bowl in tournaments. She never flew anywhere either, always drove. I hated it when she was away, but when she returned she was full of a wealth of long detailed stories of her adventures to Vegas, Reno, Mount Saint Helens, Niagra Falls & many more. She loved her bowling trips & she let you know all about it too! It was a time for her to get away with the girlfriends. I think about it now & wonder what it must have been like to travel with her across the country. She was such a clown & know that there was probably more laughter then they knew what to do with. Oh man...I am having a major miss her moment just typing this.

A New Look

I think it was time to decorate for Christmas around here!

Wagon Train

Kids wagons used to be the one toys that every kid seemed to have. But nowadays that are not the norm, by any means. I just think they are adorable & would want my kids to have one. I think that the imagination that can come from playing with a little red wagon is endless. I didn't have one when I as a kid, but I sure did want one. Thankfully my friend next door had one & we used to load that thing down with whatever "story" we were playing out for the day. It could have been anything from a baby dolls, to a load of rocks! You never knew, but it sure was fun!

Got The Time?

I haven't wore a watch in ages, but I do still admire them. I like the pieces that look more like a bracelet, rather than a normal watch. The last watch I wore was an all silver bracelet type & that's exactly what I found again, when I was looking at Movado watches.

I fell in love with the face on this watch. It big, but yet feminine. Plus it's not fussy & can go with just about everything. That's always important to me, because if I am going to invest in something I want it to be versatile.

Insurance Is Good Stuff

It was a long time ago now, but I remember when I first began driving, seeing my Mom call all around for insurance quotes. I was anxious, because I wouldn't be able to drive without insurance. And I wanted to drive! My parents wouldn't even let me sit behind the wheel of the car in the drive-way without insurance. Haha! Once I got it, I was a happy camper. Then when I moved to LA, I called around for insurance quotes, for an insurance that would be out there. Thankfully I got it all switched before I moved. I had a wreck a month after moving there.

Hormone Hell

When I was younger & becoming a woman, I had absolutely no clue, as to just how complex female hormones are & how they would effect my life. Because my body does not produce enough progesterone, I have been unable to become pregnant & stay that way. And it has dramatically changed the landscape of the way I thought my life would look. Just because of hormones! It's absolutely crazy when I think of it that way. But hormones play such a huge role in our everyday lives.

Insane Homes

Annually there is an open house event that takes places throughout the area. There is also a huge book full of house plans. I love to grab this book & just browse these magnificent homes. One year Daniel & I even went on a tour of some of them. One had a home theater. It was already furnished with home theater seating! It was awesome. We walked around & dreamed of what it would be like to actually call a beautiful place like that ours. I can't quite imagine it. But I'm hopeful!

Thanksgiving

It was a bit different this year. I did no cooking, which made me sad. I love to cook, but since I was sick...Cooking was out. We spent lunch with just my parents, then came home & chilled for the rest of the day. We had to skip out on going to another family function. I ended up in bed super early. I wanted to be extra rested for Black Friday. Plus we were leaving the house at 3am! So, sleeping was a must.

A Little Sparkly On My Finger

When Daniel & I got engaged he used a ring Mom sent to him. It is one she has wore, that my Granny had made for her with the diamonds that were Granny's & her Mom's. So I am the fourth generation to wear this ring. It is super special. I cherish it, but am always worried something is going to happen to it. Not that I wouldn't anyway, but just knowing the sentimental value makes me extra nervous. So we never even looked at engagement rings. One day, I would love for Daniel to get me my very own, just for me, new ring. And I want a pink sapphire. I'm not a huge jewelry person & the idea of thousands of dollars around my finger, is just not my thing. But to have a pink sapphire, along with a few diamonds, set in white gold would make me very happy.

Thanksgiving Oh My!

I am still having a hard time wrapping my brain around the fact that it is the week of Thanksgiving! It just does not seem possible. Where did this past year go? Really! Where did it go?

This year on Thanksgiving day we will be going over to Mom's for lunch & then over to my sis-n-laws families house for supper. We have spent the last 3 Thanksgivings with them. It seems to be becoming a tradition.

I feel sad when I think about the fact that I don't have an "in-law" family to spend time with on the holidays. And I feel sad for Daniel as well, since his family lives far away. I wonder what it would be like having to juggle the day with quality time with 2 families. But I am grateful that our day is pretty stress free.

Company Gifts

One thing I always find interesting is what employers give to the employees as Christmas gifts. When I worked one place gave me a small bonus, which was always appreciated. Most of the places did nothing. But then there are some companies that go all out presenting their employees with gift cards to restaurants & stores, wine of the month club memberships, electronics & large baskets of goodies. I wonder just how many companies are going to be giving as this year with the economy the way it is. I've heard of alot of places canceling Christmas parties.

Shopping This Week

I got the Sunday paper & searched the sale ads, to see what the best deals are this week. I don't have too much to buy this year, but I don't want to miss out on any amazing prices on stuff that I may need. Plus it is just fun all the way around when it comes to shopping for Christmas. Some people stress out about the crowds & such, but I enjoy it all. Now when I worked retail, I may have had a different opinion. It could get a bit insane. One thing that I did always love was when the mall was all decked out in Christmas decorations, there was just a different feel in the air.

Need A Building Fast

My Dad is self employed & rents a commercial building in a small town abut 30 minutes from here. He recently found out that he is going to have to find a new place, because the person he shares the building with is moving or something. I'm not quite sure of the whole story, but he needed to look into some commercial real estate. He is wanting to rent something closer to home, but there was nothing that was reasonable. So, he has now decided to put up a building next to the house. Now he won't have to worry about rent. :)

Bridezilla

I am over at Mom's since the power cord on my laptop has a short in it & I needed to use the computer. I'm getting to watch Bridezillas! I love this show, but I don't get it on cable anymore. And since Mom has a dish she does. I miss getting to see these crazy brides. And I always enjoyed it when they did Bridezilla marathons.

New or Used

Cisco is an electonics company that I have never heard of. So, I asked Daniel, if knew anything about about it & he said that some of the sister companies to the one he works for uses Cisco products. I bet they would be interested in knowing about a place that takes used cisco products. Whether it be for a trade ins or refurbished, they take most of them. That would be a great for a company that may need to replace some equipment.

Staying Warm

Living down in the South, the need for heated mattress pads is sorta rare. We do have some cold weather, but it doesn't last too long. Now when I was a kid I would beg to differ. My Dad didn't seem to know that we actually had central heating in our home, so it wasn't ever turned on. Haha. And the nights were freezing. Oh my goodness I can still remember wearing layers of clothes & sleeping under several blankets & comforters. Man, one of those heated mattress pads would have come in handy!

Past Weight Lose

Back in my single days, I could loose weight much easier than now that I am married. One time I got down to my smallest size I was working 3 jobs. I was a daycare teacher, a sales associate at Lane Bryant & also worked at a tanning salon & believe me it was no Sunset Tan! Hahaha! While I wasn't at work, I spent my free time at church or doing ministry downtown. During all of this I was taking Hydroxycut & was dropping the pounds. But I wonder just how much more I could have lost if Hydroxycut Hardcore was out on the market at the time.