Monday, October 31, 2005
Happy Halloween!
Happy Spook Day to everyone! Did some celebrating of the holiday this weekend. Took Simon to a pet costume contest yesterday...lots of good competition...I'll try and post some of those pictures later this evening. A horse won the Grand Champ prize, and well deserved, I suppose. :)
Last night we had a Harvest Carnival at church for the kiddos. My niece was an angel and my two nephews were a puppy dog and a chili pepper. They were adorable.
Mike, Simon, and I are probably going to do a little Trick-or-Treating with my other niece, who will be Tinker Bell...she's going to be the cutest Tinker Bell ever. Simon will, of course, be Superdog. I think he's getting tired of being Superdog...after a long day of being a Superhero, he went home and crashed on the couch. Slept through the night too. Hope his energy is renewed by this evening.
Well, folks, after today, I will be traveling to Houston for the big meeting I always talk about...it has finally arrived. I will be gone until November 15th, so please don't have Amy withdrawls...try and do something fun to celebrate while I'm gone. And don't miss me too much. :)
Watch out for Spooks!
Last night we had a Harvest Carnival at church for the kiddos. My niece was an angel and my two nephews were a puppy dog and a chili pepper. They were adorable.
Mike, Simon, and I are probably going to do a little Trick-or-Treating with my other niece, who will be Tinker Bell...she's going to be the cutest Tinker Bell ever. Simon will, of course, be Superdog. I think he's getting tired of being Superdog...after a long day of being a Superhero, he went home and crashed on the couch. Slept through the night too. Hope his energy is renewed by this evening.
Well, folks, after today, I will be traveling to Houston for the big meeting I always talk about...it has finally arrived. I will be gone until November 15th, so please don't have Amy withdrawls...try and do something fun to celebrate while I'm gone. And don't miss me too much. :)
Watch out for Spooks!
Thursday, October 27, 2005
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
It's a Bird! It's a Plane! No-it's SUPERDOG!
Sorry to have become practically non-exisistent for a couple of days...okay a week. :) We are getting ready for our big Annual Meeting at work and my evenings have been swamped at home also.
In fact, all I have time to do today is post this long awaited picture of my Stinky in his Superdog suit. :)
Oh yes, we are taking him to a pet costume contest this Sunday. I told him he better look really cute because he could get lots of dog treats and pet goodies if he wins!
I think he's cute enough to win...but I would--I'm partial.
In fact, all I have time to do today is post this long awaited picture of my Stinky in his Superdog suit. :)
Oh yes, we are taking him to a pet costume contest this Sunday. I told him he better look really cute because he could get lots of dog treats and pet goodies if he wins!
I think he's cute enough to win...but I would--I'm partial.
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Because I know
you can't get enough of the turkey saga around here...thought you'd like to hear the latest update received just moments ago...
"Our tenants have complained about the turkeys that occasionally come to the GRC. Apparently the turkeys have gotten on some of the cars, which can cause damage. Our property managers had engaged professionals that were going to relocate the turkeys to a safe location, however recently the cages were tampered with. I’m asking that the cages be brought back and the turkey’s removed. I’m writing to let you know that not only are professionals involved, but wildlife officials will be overseeing the relocation to ensure the turkeys are treated appropriately."
Finally, I won't have to worry about being attacked! *Shudder*
"Our tenants have complained about the turkeys that occasionally come to the GRC. Apparently the turkeys have gotten on some of the cars, which can cause damage. Our property managers had engaged professionals that were going to relocate the turkeys to a safe location, however recently the cages were tampered with. I’m asking that the cages be brought back and the turkey’s removed. I’m writing to let you know that not only are professionals involved, but wildlife officials will be overseeing the relocation to ensure the turkeys are treated appropriately."
Finally, I won't have to worry about being attacked! *Shudder*
Monday, October 17, 2005
With no disrespect for those effected...
While I was reading the local headlines this morning, I was reading a story about an attempted murder-suicide...
"We received a complaint about a possible stabbing," says Sergeant Steve Thompson. "While on the way, we found out it was actually a shooting. We found a male subject down the road that had apparently been shot. He was lifeflighted and another subject was found in the building and at this time she is deceased."
Does that mean they expect her to come back to life? Sorry...just struck me funny. :)
"We received a complaint about a possible stabbing," says Sergeant Steve Thompson. "While on the way, we found out it was actually a shooting. We found a male subject down the road that had apparently been shot. He was lifeflighted and another subject was found in the building and at this time she is deceased."
Does that mean they expect her to come back to life? Sorry...just struck me funny. :)
Friday, October 14, 2005
Today I...
watched Simon scare the crap out of a squirrel when he went flying after it.
got excited when I only got 2 credit card applications in the mail instead of 12.
wondered if the mailman thinks I am crazy when I shred said applications and mail them back to the senders.
lauged out loud when I went to get the mail and saw our new pumpkin friend sitting by the mailbox.
ate two full bowls of Banana pudding ice cream while reading a Weight Watchers ad.
pretended to speak a made-up foreign language when a telemarketer called.
poked my finger in a stuffed Santa's belly to see if he would really laugh like a bowl full of jelly.
pretended with Simon that the pile of laundry was actually a pile full of leaves.
procrastinated cleaning the house until tomorrow.
Ahh, it's been a productive day!
got excited when I only got 2 credit card applications in the mail instead of 12.
wondered if the mailman thinks I am crazy when I shred said applications and mail them back to the senders.
lauged out loud when I went to get the mail and saw our new pumpkin friend sitting by the mailbox.
ate two full bowls of Banana pudding ice cream while reading a Weight Watchers ad.
pretended to speak a made-up foreign language when a telemarketer called.
poked my finger in a stuffed Santa's belly to see if he would really laugh like a bowl full of jelly.
pretended with Simon that the pile of laundry was actually a pile full of leaves.
procrastinated cleaning the house until tomorrow.
Ahh, it's been a productive day!
Wednesday, October 12, 2005
26
A - Age of first kiss: 15
B - Band you are listening to right now: Rascall Flats
C - First crush: Brian Baird-First grade
D - Dad's name: Steve
E - Easiest person to talk to: my husband
F - Favorite ice cream: Mint chocolate chip
G - Gummy worms or gummy bears: Gummy Bears
H - Hometown: Tulsa area
I - Instruments: Piano
J - Junior high school: Clyde Boyd...which is no longer a "junior high"
K - Kids: One--my dog Simon.
L - Longest car ride ever: 28 hours there...then 28 hours back...we drove from Tulsa to Portland...lots of fighting and lots of sleeping. :)
M - Mom's name: Sue
N - Nicknames: Ames, Tator
O - One wish: To always have God's blessings on my life
P - Phobias: dying, snakes
Q - Quote: "Work like you don't need the money, Love like you've never been hurt, Dance like no one is watching."
R - Reason to smile: I am blessed...very, very blessed.
S - Song you sang last: "Feels Like Home To Me" (practicing it for Audrey's wedding next Saturday)
T - Time you woke up today: 6:37 a.m.--17 minutes later than I needed to.
U - Unknown fact about me: I'm a girl, who 90% of the time HATES shopping.
V – Vulnerability: I have a sensitive heart who has a hard time saying no.
W - Worst habit: Worrying
X - X-rays you've had: only at the dentist
Y - Your least favorite person as of right now: the guy I let in front of me this morning in the heavy traffic who didn't acknowledge me at all.
Z - Zodiac sign:Aquarius, but I don't believe in Zodiac horoscope. My life is in God’s hands and not stars in the skies. They are nothing but creations of God.
*I fully admit--I took this idea from a stranger's blog (whom I don't recall to give credit to)...feel free to start casting stones...
B - Band you are listening to right now: Rascall Flats
C - First crush: Brian Baird-First grade
D - Dad's name: Steve
E - Easiest person to talk to: my husband
F - Favorite ice cream: Mint chocolate chip
G - Gummy worms or gummy bears: Gummy Bears
H - Hometown: Tulsa area
I - Instruments: Piano
J - Junior high school: Clyde Boyd...which is no longer a "junior high"
K - Kids: One--my dog Simon.
L - Longest car ride ever: 28 hours there...then 28 hours back...we drove from Tulsa to Portland...lots of fighting and lots of sleeping. :)
M - Mom's name: Sue
N - Nicknames: Ames, Tator
O - One wish: To always have God's blessings on my life
P - Phobias: dying, snakes
Q - Quote: "Work like you don't need the money, Love like you've never been hurt, Dance like no one is watching."
R - Reason to smile: I am blessed...very, very blessed.
S - Song you sang last: "Feels Like Home To Me" (practicing it for Audrey's wedding next Saturday)
T - Time you woke up today: 6:37 a.m.--17 minutes later than I needed to.
U - Unknown fact about me: I'm a girl, who 90% of the time HATES shopping.
V – Vulnerability: I have a sensitive heart who has a hard time saying no.
W - Worst habit: Worrying
X - X-rays you've had: only at the dentist
Y - Your least favorite person as of right now: the guy I let in front of me this morning in the heavy traffic who didn't acknowledge me at all.
Z - Zodiac sign:Aquarius, but I don't believe in Zodiac horoscope. My life is in God’s hands and not stars in the skies. They are nothing but creations of God.
*I fully admit--I took this idea from a stranger's blog (whom I don't recall to give credit to)...feel free to start casting stones...
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Today I...
made Simon chase me through the house in his Superdog costume just so I could watch his cape fly.
pretended I was in concert and sang with my CD as loud as it could tolerably go in my car.
laughed at a dog who was chasing his own tail.
got annoyed with a woman for driving 25 in 40 mph zone.
had the munchies so I ate a small bag of Ritz Snack Mix, a small bag of animal crackers, and 4 caramel filled chocolate cookies.
congratulated myself for blowing a bubble with my gum almost as big as my face.
breathed a sigh of relief that no one was there to pop said bubble in my face.
did a little jig in my office when the sun came out from behind the clouds.
*I've been really busy lately, so I apologize for the blah posts as of late...I'll try to do better...
pretended I was in concert and sang with my CD as loud as it could tolerably go in my car.
laughed at a dog who was chasing his own tail.
got annoyed with a woman for driving 25 in 40 mph zone.
had the munchies so I ate a small bag of Ritz Snack Mix, a small bag of animal crackers, and 4 caramel filled chocolate cookies.
congratulated myself for blowing a bubble with my gum almost as big as my face.
breathed a sigh of relief that no one was there to pop said bubble in my face.
did a little jig in my office when the sun came out from behind the clouds.
*I've been really busy lately, so I apologize for the blah posts as of late...I'll try to do better...
Wednesday, October 05, 2005
Breaking news
After reading an email from a friend which entailed a list of questions to ponder, I have discovered that the Alphabet song and Twinkle Twinkle Little Star have the exact same tune!
Just thought I'd share...
Just thought I'd share...
Mmm, mmm, good
I bought some mint trouffles from a co-worker to help her grand-daughter with a school fundraiser. I love mint trouffles...and they love me. I was so excited when she brought my box of 20 trouffles into my office. I took out three and set them on my desk to enjoy and then carefully tucked the box into the back of one of my drawers so they would last for a while.
I popped one into my mouth and the soft, creamy chocolate began to melt in my mouth. Mmmm. It was so good I quickly ate another. About a minute later all three were gone, and I found myself still wanting one more. So I moved all my bags sitting in front of the drawer and pulled it open. I pulled out all the files in the front and reached back for the box. I sneaked out one more truffle and quickly shut the box and put it away again, carefully putting back all my files, pushing the drawer closed, and putting my bags back in place in front of the drawer. It. Was. So. Delightful.
After going through this entire process about 4 times, I finally decided it would be a whole lot easier to just leave them out on my desk.
You guessed it...I ate the entire box! Every. Last. One.
And now I am sad. I want another.
Sniff. Sniff.
And yes, snort. snort.
I popped one into my mouth and the soft, creamy chocolate began to melt in my mouth. Mmmm. It was so good I quickly ate another. About a minute later all three were gone, and I found myself still wanting one more. So I moved all my bags sitting in front of the drawer and pulled it open. I pulled out all the files in the front and reached back for the box. I sneaked out one more truffle and quickly shut the box and put it away again, carefully putting back all my files, pushing the drawer closed, and putting my bags back in place in front of the drawer. It. Was. So. Delightful.
After going through this entire process about 4 times, I finally decided it would be a whole lot easier to just leave them out on my desk.
You guessed it...I ate the entire box! Every. Last. One.
And now I am sad. I want another.
Sniff. Sniff.
And yes, snort. snort.
Tuesday, October 04, 2005
Marzipan babies
These are so cute I could eat one! And in fact, they are edible--they are made from marzipan. Definition of Marzipan:
Made of sugar, egg whites and almonds, this substance can be used as a base for icing, or to mold decorative forms such as flowers from, on the wedding cake.
Unbelieveable!!
Made of sugar, egg whites and almonds, this substance can be used as a base for icing, or to mold decorative forms such as flowers from, on the wedding cake.
Unbelieveable!!
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