Monday, June 21, 2010
Friday, June 18, 2010
Survey Says...
Can you Drive a manual? No...I wish! Matt has a 70 Chevy that is a manual. He tried to teach me once. I stalled it too many times to count. I got frustrated and quit.
Something that keeps you going everyday? The Lord, my husband, family, job, and Ethel May.
Do you own a gun? No...but sometimes I wish I did. I am very paranoid. But then again, Matt is a sleepwalker/talker, I would be afraid that he would have one of his night frenzies and shoot me or something!
Do you like who you are? For the most part
Do you have A.D.D.? Most definitely. I haven't been diagnosed, but I'm sure that if I went to a doctor, I would come out positive for A.D.D!
Country you've been in? U.S...which makes me laugh...My students had a hard time learning the differences between states, countries, cities, etc. Sometimes when I would ask them what country we lived in, some would shout "ALABAMA!" haha
Aren’t thunderstorms awesome? If I'm inside with my hubby, yes
Who is your cell carrier? Verizon
Would you rather be rich or famous? Rich
Do you like the cold? not really
Are you happy you are alive? yep
Do you like looking up at the stars? You know, I don't really do that much...but it sounds like a great idea :) Maybe I'll have a romantic evening with Matt and go outside with blankets to look at the stars...hmmm
Would you ever cheat on anyone? never.
Do you want to move? Eventually, but right now I'm very happy with our little house :) It's perfect for us.
Do you burn or tan? Burn
Are your parents still married? Thank Jesus, yes!
Are you happier single or in a relationship? Much happier in a relationship
Do you have any children? Not yet and hopefully not for another 2.5 years
What other languages do you speak? none :(
Do you daydream a lot? Oh yes...too much
Do you like swimming? sometimes
What is the make and model of your phone? LG Voyager
Do you like the ocean? I like looking at it...not so much swimming in it
What are your thoughts on stay at home moms? If you can do it, do it!
What are your thoughts on abortion? No, No, No!
Who did you last get angry with? Ethel May. She pooped in her little pen.
Do you still live with your parents? nope, I've been living with Matt in our new home since October, 2009
Coke or Pepsi? Coke....DIET coke to be exact
How many credit cards do you own? none...I need one (you know...to build credit!) ;)
Liberal or Conservative? conservative
Would you ever go skydiving? oh yeah!
Have you lost any one close to you? too many
How many times did you hit the snooze button on your alarm clock this morning? None...I'm on SUMMER BREAK!!! If it were during the school year, probably about 3-5 times...i am NOT a morning person
Do you think you are smart? yes, for the most part
Talk to any of your ex's no
How old were you when you got your first kiss? 14
Do you do your own laundry? yes, and my husbands
Do you want to get married? I'm happily married
Do you want kids? One day...just not now, or anytime soon
Are you shy? Depend on the circumstance. I try not to be, or I try to act as if I'm not shy.
How many times have you moved? 2
Do you hear voices? No...should I?
Who is the last person to call you? My hubby
How many e-mails do you have? 32...I need to delete them...
What is in your nightstand drawer? lotion, book, back massage oil, and other things....
Are you religious? It's not about religion, it's about relationship. I love the Lord with all of my heart.
Favorite color? pink
Something that keeps you going everyday? The Lord, my husband, family, job, and Ethel May.
Do you own a gun? No...but sometimes I wish I did. I am very paranoid. But then again, Matt is a sleepwalker/talker, I would be afraid that he would have one of his night frenzies and shoot me or something!
Do you like who you are? For the most part
Do you have A.D.D.? Most definitely. I haven't been diagnosed, but I'm sure that if I went to a doctor, I would come out positive for A.D.D!
Country you've been in? U.S...which makes me laugh...My students had a hard time learning the differences between states, countries, cities, etc. Sometimes when I would ask them what country we lived in, some would shout "ALABAMA!" haha
Aren’t thunderstorms awesome? If I'm inside with my hubby, yes
Who is your cell carrier? Verizon
Would you rather be rich or famous? Rich
Do you like the cold? not really
Are you happy you are alive? yep
Do you like looking up at the stars? You know, I don't really do that much...but it sounds like a great idea :) Maybe I'll have a romantic evening with Matt and go outside with blankets to look at the stars...hmmm
Would you ever cheat on anyone? never.
Do you want to move? Eventually, but right now I'm very happy with our little house :) It's perfect for us.
Do you burn or tan? Burn
Are your parents still married? Thank Jesus, yes!
Are you happier single or in a relationship? Much happier in a relationship
Do you have any children? Not yet and hopefully not for another 2.5 years
What other languages do you speak? none :(
Do you daydream a lot? Oh yes...too much
Do you like swimming? sometimes
What is the make and model of your phone? LG Voyager
Do you like the ocean? I like looking at it...not so much swimming in it
What are your thoughts on stay at home moms? If you can do it, do it!
What are your thoughts on abortion? No, No, No!
Who did you last get angry with? Ethel May. She pooped in her little pen.
Do you still live with your parents? nope, I've been living with Matt in our new home since October, 2009
Coke or Pepsi? Coke....DIET coke to be exact
How many credit cards do you own? none...I need one (you know...to build credit!) ;)
Liberal or Conservative? conservative
Would you ever go skydiving? oh yeah!
Have you lost any one close to you? too many
How many times did you hit the snooze button on your alarm clock this morning? None...I'm on SUMMER BREAK!!! If it were during the school year, probably about 3-5 times...i am NOT a morning person
Do you think you are smart? yes, for the most part
Talk to any of your ex's no
How old were you when you got your first kiss? 14
Do you do your own laundry? yes, and my husbands
Do you want to get married? I'm happily married
Do you want kids? One day...just not now, or anytime soon
Are you shy? Depend on the circumstance. I try not to be, or I try to act as if I'm not shy.
How many times have you moved? 2
Do you hear voices? No...should I?
Who is the last person to call you? My hubby
How many e-mails do you have? 32...I need to delete them...
What is in your nightstand drawer? lotion, book, back massage oil, and other things....
Are you religious? It's not about religion, it's about relationship. I love the Lord with all of my heart.
Favorite color? pink
2 weeks notice
Well...Matt turned in his 2 weeks notice yesterday at Golden's Foundry.
Questions that I ask myself:
1. What are we going to do? I have no clue...walk by faith.
2. Am I scared? no, I'm terrified...freaking out!
3. Will we be ok? Somehow, yes.
4. What's most important? Happiness..not money.
Over the last 6 months, Matt has come home miserable. He works with people who have a lot of mean in their bones. I'm worried because he doesn't have a job to back himself up, but I also feel at peace. I never wanted Matt to get "stuck" at that foundry like many of those people (and some of his family) have. He's too smart and does not deserve to have to work with people who disrespect him. Some events happened and one of his supervisors went behind his back; a supervisor that he trusted, looked up to, and confided in. He was already not happy, but when your closest friend throws you under the bus, you need to get out of that situation. The devil is alive in that place and I'm thankful that Matt has the sense to get away and move on. If you read my blogs, please take a moment to lift Matt up in your prayers.
Our friend Chris had his "j pouch" surgery yesterday. Jamie called me and let me know that it went great. What a relief! I hope to drive up there next week after VBS.
Today I think I'll go up to the school and work in my classroom for a bit.
God is good.
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Questions that I ask myself:
1. What are we going to do? I have no clue...walk by faith.
2. Am I scared? no, I'm terrified...freaking out!
3. Will we be ok? Somehow, yes.
4. What's most important? Happiness..not money.
Over the last 6 months, Matt has come home miserable. He works with people who have a lot of mean in their bones. I'm worried because he doesn't have a job to back himself up, but I also feel at peace. I never wanted Matt to get "stuck" at that foundry like many of those people (and some of his family) have. He's too smart and does not deserve to have to work with people who disrespect him. Some events happened and one of his supervisors went behind his back; a supervisor that he trusted, looked up to, and confided in. He was already not happy, but when your closest friend throws you under the bus, you need to get out of that situation. The devil is alive in that place and I'm thankful that Matt has the sense to get away and move on. If you read my blogs, please take a moment to lift Matt up in your prayers.
Our friend Chris had his "j pouch" surgery yesterday. Jamie called me and let me know that it went great. What a relief! I hope to drive up there next week after VBS.
Today I think I'll go up to the school and work in my classroom for a bit.
God is good.
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Monday, June 14, 2010
Sickness and surgeries
I have an awful sore throat and ear ache. Weird, but it's always on the right side. My right tonsil is double the size of the left one. No fever, no runny nose, etc...weird
Our friend Chris is having surgery this week. He had his colon removed a few months ago and will now be having surgery to get a "J Pouch"..he will have another surgery after the upcoming surgery so that eventually, he won't have to rely on the bag to catch his waste. My heart aches for him and Jamie. They are wonderful people and deserve all of life's blessings. Since Matt and I got married, we have spent a lot more time with them. Jamie has become the closest friend that I have, and the most true friend that I have (besides my husband and mom). Hopefully I can go up there to the hospital and keep Jamie company (and of course, see Chris) :)
Matt's mom had a partial hysterectomy Tuesday and seems to be healing well. Matt's Maw Maw came down from Wyoming to help take care of her, the house, chores, and Paige. It has been great to see her and spend time with her. We went to church with her last Sunday. It was a Pentecostal church...and wow, what an experience! I left feeling exhausted. It was interesting to experience their worship, but I think I'll stick to my Baptist roots ;)
OH...if you've been reading previous blogs, you'll understand when I say, Thank Jesus, I'm not pregnant!
Ethel is getting her woman parts taken out on June 29th....I'm nervous and praying that all will go well during and after the surgery. She hasn't left my side this weekend. It's as if she knows I'm sick and wants to help take care of me. Yesterday I slept on the couch most of the day. She did not get up unless I did. She slept right there with me. It's times like yesterday that make me realize how grateful I am for her and how glad I am that we got her. I always said I didn't want a dog. For some reason, I got puppy fever shortly after marriage...I looked online every where for the perfect breed. I researched breeds and what would be right for me (since I'm the main care-taker). I decided upon a shih tzu. I couldn't afford the price that people tag on shih tzus, but thankfully came upon Ethel's owners. They were so sweet. She is my baby and I never thought I could love an animal as much as I love her.
The carpets at the school have been cleaned, so if I'm feeling decent enough, I may go up there and work a bit...? We'll see.
We've thought long and hard over it, and we are going to paint our house this summer! I'm thinking gray siding, dark grayish shutters, and a red front door...what do you think?? ;)
Ahh, Saturday I went to my niece's (Candy) dance recital. Can you say torture??? My heavens, it was awful! She did a great job, considering that she is only 4. Most of the dancers did not know their routines, so they had to follow the instructors. Moms and dancers were walking on stage during performances. At some point, this man kept screaming out things like, "YOU GO GIRL! YOU GOT THIS! SHOW EM WHAT'CHA GOT!" Mama leaned over and said, "Nothing like a redneck dance recital"...hahaha! We were so relieved when it was over!
I've been up since 3:00 AM, and it's times like this that really make me miss living with my mama. I woke up in a lot of pain; trying to get Matt to get up and get me some medicine. When I lived at home and was sick, all I had to do was say her name. I swear she had super hearing powers with her children because she would jump out of the bed and come to us. She somehow made it possible to give us enough relief to get us back to sleep. I had to get up on my own and get some medicine. I fixed my drink and went to the medicine cabinet.....not there...I go in the bedroom and just turn the light on. Matt wakes up and realizes that I am not okay and asks if I need him...uhh, yeah...like 20 minutes ago when I was in agony in the bed...nevermind now! Guess where the medicine was?...On HIS night stand...Sheesh! I took the medicine and came in the computer room. Sitting up helps with my ear ache for some odd reason. Anyway, I hate going to doctors; especially for cases like this because I'll sit in the office, miserable, for a long time just to get a prescription. Then I have to go fill the prescription and come back home. I'd rather just be miserable at home and try to wait it out...after all, it's just a sore throat, right? I'm hoping to feel well SOON...I'm just glad that it's summer and I'm not missing days from work.
If you're reading this, please take a moment to pray for my sweet friends, Jamie and Chris, and for Chris' upcoming surgery...
Love to you all......
Our friend Chris is having surgery this week. He had his colon removed a few months ago and will now be having surgery to get a "J Pouch"..he will have another surgery after the upcoming surgery so that eventually, he won't have to rely on the bag to catch his waste. My heart aches for him and Jamie. They are wonderful people and deserve all of life's blessings. Since Matt and I got married, we have spent a lot more time with them. Jamie has become the closest friend that I have, and the most true friend that I have (besides my husband and mom). Hopefully I can go up there to the hospital and keep Jamie company (and of course, see Chris) :)
Matt's mom had a partial hysterectomy Tuesday and seems to be healing well. Matt's Maw Maw came down from Wyoming to help take care of her, the house, chores, and Paige. It has been great to see her and spend time with her. We went to church with her last Sunday. It was a Pentecostal church...and wow, what an experience! I left feeling exhausted. It was interesting to experience their worship, but I think I'll stick to my Baptist roots ;)
OH...if you've been reading previous blogs, you'll understand when I say, Thank Jesus, I'm not pregnant!
Ethel is getting her woman parts taken out on June 29th....I'm nervous and praying that all will go well during and after the surgery. She hasn't left my side this weekend. It's as if she knows I'm sick and wants to help take care of me. Yesterday I slept on the couch most of the day. She did not get up unless I did. She slept right there with me. It's times like yesterday that make me realize how grateful I am for her and how glad I am that we got her. I always said I didn't want a dog. For some reason, I got puppy fever shortly after marriage...I looked online every where for the perfect breed. I researched breeds and what would be right for me (since I'm the main care-taker). I decided upon a shih tzu. I couldn't afford the price that people tag on shih tzus, but thankfully came upon Ethel's owners. They were so sweet. She is my baby and I never thought I could love an animal as much as I love her.
The carpets at the school have been cleaned, so if I'm feeling decent enough, I may go up there and work a bit...? We'll see.
We've thought long and hard over it, and we are going to paint our house this summer! I'm thinking gray siding, dark grayish shutters, and a red front door...what do you think?? ;)
Ahh, Saturday I went to my niece's (Candy) dance recital. Can you say torture??? My heavens, it was awful! She did a great job, considering that she is only 4. Most of the dancers did not know their routines, so they had to follow the instructors. Moms and dancers were walking on stage during performances. At some point, this man kept screaming out things like, "YOU GO GIRL! YOU GOT THIS! SHOW EM WHAT'CHA GOT!" Mama leaned over and said, "Nothing like a redneck dance recital"...hahaha! We were so relieved when it was over!
I've been up since 3:00 AM, and it's times like this that really make me miss living with my mama. I woke up in a lot of pain; trying to get Matt to get up and get me some medicine. When I lived at home and was sick, all I had to do was say her name. I swear she had super hearing powers with her children because she would jump out of the bed and come to us. She somehow made it possible to give us enough relief to get us back to sleep. I had to get up on my own and get some medicine. I fixed my drink and went to the medicine cabinet.....not there...I go in the bedroom and just turn the light on. Matt wakes up and realizes that I am not okay and asks if I need him...uhh, yeah...like 20 minutes ago when I was in agony in the bed...nevermind now! Guess where the medicine was?...On HIS night stand...Sheesh! I took the medicine and came in the computer room. Sitting up helps with my ear ache for some odd reason. Anyway, I hate going to doctors; especially for cases like this because I'll sit in the office, miserable, for a long time just to get a prescription. Then I have to go fill the prescription and come back home. I'd rather just be miserable at home and try to wait it out...after all, it's just a sore throat, right? I'm hoping to feel well SOON...I'm just glad that it's summer and I'm not missing days from work.
If you're reading this, please take a moment to pray for my sweet friends, Jamie and Chris, and for Chris' upcoming surgery...
Love to you all......
Monday, June 7, 2010
Weight Watchers and Maggie
Happy Monday! I woke up early this morning, well, early for summer ;) (8:30) to take Ethel to the groomers. Ever since she was a puppy, we have been taking her to Southern Paws. They do a really good job, and every time I come to pick her up, they're loving on her. Speaking of Ethel May, she has a cousin! Her name is Maggie and she's an english bulldog.
Meet Maggie!
Yesterday I weighed myself...I knew it wouldn't be good...and I was correct, it wasn't good. In fact, I am at my heaviest weight. How depressing. Yes, I got a treadmill, and I do get on it, but I need to get on it EVERY DAY, not just every other or every 2 days. The only times I've truly lost weight and kept it off for a remarkable amount of time was when I have gone to weight watchers. I'm so frustrated with myself because I have been so much smaller, but always let myself go. I like the meetings, but when school starts, I know I'll be exhausted and skip here and there. I signed up for online weight watchers. I'm going to take each day at a time. Matt wasn't so thrilled when I told him I was going to join online. Probably because he thinks it will be a waste of money and I won't stick to it. So, I really need to stick to it! Maybe blogging will help with my daily ease and struggles of eating. It's so quiet here at the house without Ethel. She was in major need of a hair cut. Take a look at a picture of her from yesterday...
As soon as they call, I will pick her up and post a new picture of her on here :)
At the end of this month (or maybe next month) Matt and I will be on the same account for cell phones. I am keeping Verizon and Matt is switching from Sprint to Verizon. I'm very excited. This will be the first time that I will have internet on my phone!! We are getting the incredible...I don't know much about it, but whatever it is, it has internet! :)
Before and after!
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Funeral and joy
Today we said our last goodbyes to Stephanie Parmer. Brother Robb called me a few days ago and asked me to sing "I can only imagine" at the funeral. Then the next day he texted me and asked if I would sing another song. I called him and he asked that I sing "Legacy". In my head, I'm thinking, oh Lord...can I really do this? And suddenly I felt a peace about it. I knew that the Lord would lead me through it. I also felt glad that I could contribute something to her friends, family, and loved ones. I wish I could do more, say something, gosh...bring her back. Before I went to church I prayed that God would use me as his instrument. I knew I wouldn't be able to sing two songs on my own with a crowd full of grieving loved ones. I don't know how He did it, but He was with me the whole time. Brother Robb did a fantastic job. I don't know how he does it, I really don't. He has such a way with words and it was perfect. Also, our former youth pastor came down. It warmed my heart to see him there. I praise God for giving me the opportunity to sing at Stephanie's funeral. She left such a remarkable legacy and was only 16 years old. I have been a believer longer than she has, but I truly believe that she left more of a legacy than I could begin to leave. I pray that the Lord shape me into a light the way she was. I pray that I can touch people's lives with a smile, kind word, hug, or word from the bible. I am blessed to have another day to improve who I am and to be more of who HE wants me to be.
Now on to my joy of the day...
A sweet friend of mine (who actually played piano at Stephanie's funeral) got hired at Lakewood today!!!! I am so excited for her. Cheryl Tally will be a wonderful addition to our Lakewood family!
God is so good.
Now on to my joy of the day...
A sweet friend of mine (who actually played piano at Stephanie's funeral) got hired at Lakewood today!!!! I am so excited for her. Cheryl Tally will be a wonderful addition to our Lakewood family!
God is so good.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Received more awful news yesterday. Another sweet soul has been taken from this earth by an automobile accident. Stephanie Parmer, absolutely beautiful inside and out. I was told that she sent a bible verse to her friends every morning...wow, what a testimony. She was a part of our youth at church and cheered at Central. Gosh...you just don't know. Between her and Whitney, this has been a weird time for me. Life is fleeting. We never know when our time here is done. I think to myself, why am I so self-centered? Why am I always focusing on me, me, me? These deaths have really done something to my soul. If I died, what would people say about me? What kind of legacy did I leave? Was I beautiful inside and out? Did Jesus' light shine from within and radiate outward? Was I kind to everyone? Did I make a difference? Was I a good person, friend, wife, etc.?
I'm making a change. I want to be a better person and friend. I'm going to work on stepping out of my comfort zone to reach others with kindness and friendship. These past two tragedies have honestly made me sick to my stomach over the loss of one of my closest friendships. We're still alive, but our friendship isn't. How do I let go of my pride and put it all past me? I don't want another tragedy to be what brings us to each other...or to one of our funerals. I don't know how to start. I don't know how to make that first step toward initiating a relationship again. UGhhhh.
I have dinner in the crockpot...taco salad, yummmm.
An old friend of mine messaged me on facebook and told me that she missed me and wanted advice. I had to smile, because I know that the Lord is putting opportunity in my life to be that better person and friend that I want to be. So even though I had planned to clean this house spotless, I'm understanding that it can wait...sometimes life can't. I am meeting with my sweet friend in about an hour or so. I've missed her.
I had a dream the other day that I was pregnant...It seemed so real. Yesterday I went to my mom's house. We were sitting there and she said, "I sure hope you aren't pregnant"...I almost choked on my spit. I said, "Lord, I hope not either!" She said that sometimes when a mother's daughter is pregnant, they can have symptoms of morning sickness (which is what is happening to my mom the past few days)..I think she said that happened with her mom..Oh geeze...I don't know what I'd do if I found out I was pregnant. #1, I'm not ready for that kind of responsibility. #2, I'm selfish and want more time with just Matt (and Ethel May). #3 I don't have enough sick days to cover having a child. #4, I haven't lost the weight that I plan to lose before having a baby. #5 Mama just bought a new car, so she needs to work towards paying it off before becoming a full-time nanny. #6 I want to get my master's degree before children. #7 I want to get tenured..All are huge reasons to not have a child right now. This may be too much information, but it's MY blog and MY thoughts...so, read them if you dare! ;) Anyway, 2 weeks till my period should be here....... keep your fingers crossed that it comes..
Pictures of Whitney and Stephanie below...Rest in peace girls.
Whitney Davidson
Stephanie Parmer
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