YUM! Shaing my new found favorite with YOU!

~ Black Seedless Grapes ~
Grapes are among one of the oldest cultivated fruits dating back to as early as 8000 years ago. More grapes are grown than any other fruit in the world. Black grapes are sometimes called red because their color varies from deep rose-pink to purple to black. For a taste treat, freeze whole grapes and snack on them straight from the freezer.

We're almost there!

Happy Thursday!!!!! :)

It's warm, sunny, and Humid! But WHO CARES! It's another day we're here...given a chance to smile, breathe, make a difference...... create something.... it's all good!

Last night. I had to buy a bunch of "sweets" for Brandon. He's doing some delicious Science project tomorrow. We needed to buy chocolate chips, Icing, makings for brownies (which we have to make tonight).... and "runts" candy. Well..... I held my breath, and bought the stuff. LOL, I told the clerk that Brandon needed this stuff for his project, and he better hide it from me... or once he's asleep I'm having a party! I have a sweet tooth the size of Texas! And for the past 4 weeks my sweets have mostly consisted of Strawberries, grapes, pineapple, cherries, etc..... THAT Chocolate looked so inviting! Let's see if I can make it through the brownie baking process tonight. yummmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm...... CAN SHE DO IT???? (yes, she can). :)

I'm doing well. I had my hubby doing pinch tests on me this morning. lolol! Can he pinch an inch? Well, nope... not from my waist! OK, so I have other spots that need work.... BUT, I'm doing it. I am totally committed.

:)

Be back... one of my ladies needs me.

My message to you.

Okay, this email was sent to me by a very special friend. She and I have been friends for many years. I finally sent her my blog address, so that she could see where I've been, and what's been happening in my life.....

This was her msg to me:

"Well I just read your blog, the entire thing, and was impressed and depressed. It made me realize how I have not been a very good friend. Every time we talk it is always about me so I had no idea that you and Fred were having a hard time. I'm am so sorry to hear it and hope all keeps getting better. You have always been an inspiration to me, your positive energy just flows from you. I wish I could borrow some of it. I really miss you alot!"

OK.... THAT my dear, is a true friend. I LOVE This woman! She has been with me for many years. Not in person, but in my mind, and in my heart. SHE has been through more than anyone I've ever known. And she's still standing!!!! I have to say...... She is one amazing human being. It was through some of her experiences, I believed in having faith..... and I do. :)

S: I adore you!!!!! Some fine day - you and I will meet up. We'll hug the tightest hug, and laugh the hardest, best laugh. We can't put off seeing each other much longer. It's getting ridiculous! lol. Isn't 9 years long enough??????? It was 1998 when I left Missouri. :P

There. That message was just for you! :) xoxoxoxooo

Thanks for being my friend.

Happy HUMP Day! ^..^

Happy day! Oh, happy happy Day! It's the middle of the week, and time to celebrate!

Let's see..... what's new? Not a whole lot since yesterday. :) I just worked, and then last night, I went to see my girls. I also made a quick stop at the tanning salon. I know it's not the best thing in the world for me, but it helps bring out some color, and it prevents me from burning when I go into the "real" sun. I'm beginning to get a nice, brown glow!
My girls noticed my weight loss last night. It was nice. I have been working so hard. When the kids hug me, they say, "Skinny hugs". I always tell them that I don't ever want to be "skinny". I just want curvier, curves! I never want them to think "skinny" is how anyone has to look, to be beautiful! Especially Brooke. She always tells me that she wants a booty like mine. LMAO! I hated my booty until only a few years ago. I'm glad she thinks it's better to have a bubble butt, than a tiny hiney. :) lol

Here I go... rambling......

This weekend should be really nice. We're going to a 40th Birthday Party for our friend Nate on Saturday night. Judie and Nate go all out with celebrations, so this should be huge. We've never been to the place that the party is, but it sounds like a great time. They are awesome people, and we've been friends with them for years. I look forward to seeing them this weekend.

Other friends of ours sent us an email inviting us to see them this weekend, too. Although I would love to go (Upstate Pa) - we have these other plans. Maybe we can go another weekend. I LOVE the ride out there. It's so peaceful and beautiful. Hubby and I always have such incredible talks when we travel. I love the sights, the smell, and the company I keep. I definitely look forward to a weekend up there sometime soon. I really do..... :) And, seeing friends is always nice. Good, funny people. Love em!

Kids. Well, they are great. We really had such a wonderful weekend with them. Fred had his guy time with Brandon, and I had my girl time with Brooke. It was so special. Brandon got to do all the fun things he usually wouldn't get away with, when he's with me. He even had his fortune/palm read. LMAO! It was funny. I am just really glad we all had such a great time.
Brooke and I, too. She's my little buddy pal. We really have a lot of fun together. She's growing up so quickly. I can have these amazing conversations with her, and she isn't afraid or embarrassed to ask me anything. I feel so good about that.

And, the kids only have a couple weeks left of school... OH MY! Summer is here!

Have to run for now!

xo!

Tuesday May 29th 2007

Good morning! :)

I went to bed SO early last night! The whole family did. We were completely exhausted from our weekend. It went really well. It was just awesome!
Mom and Dad did come over last night, after we got home. We celebrated Brooke's Birthday with some singing, and cake. :) It was nice. We also surprised Mom with a Mini Cake, and some gifts. We missed her Birthday. She was away on vacation! So, we made up for that, last night.

Today, I am back at work. I received a nice compliment this morning. I was told that I look like a young girl today. wooohooo!!! I think I'll wear my hair up in a ponytail more often! lol I won't tell anyone that I did it just because I was too lazy to dry it all the way.... and take normal care of it. :) Whatever works, right?

So, it should be a short week, this week. I am already looking forward to my 1/2 day Friday! Even if it rains, It seems I get a lot accomplished. I love Fridays! And 1/2 day ones are even better!!!!!

For the rest of the week, I have to stick to my program 100%. I got a little crazy over the weekend with my eating. I think the one thing that might save me is that I was so terribly sick in bed on Saturday. I felt horrible. :( I hated that, but was so grateful that I felt "normal" on Sunday when it was time to head to the beach.

Hmmmmmmmmmm... what else... Well, I feel good. I am making a lot of little changes in my life. I'm feeling the results. I'm trying to always stay focused on the positive things going on. For awhile, I was in such a fog. I felt like I walked around with a black cloud over me. Now, I don't. I feel like life is good. Happiness is always in my reach. I won't allow negative people or negative "crap" affect my every day life. I have reached a point where I feel confident again, with who I am, and where my life is headed. It's nice. A very peaceful way to feel - way to live.

:)

Good day! Happy stuff....

Here we are! More pics to share from this weekend!

What A Weekend!

Okay. Before I begin to post a whole bunch, I want to share some pictures from our weekend. Brooke and I went to the Gwen Stefani Concert for her Birthday last night (May 27th). I took some great pics! We were in the front row. What a way for Brooke to celebrate her Birthday! WOW! It was awesome. Anyway, photo's - compliments of "ME". If I'm in the pics, I may have done some self portraits. OR Hubby or one of the kids may have taken it. The Gwen pics are mine! Very cool! Great show!
Enjoy!

Will post more.... this is just a warm up! :)
***CLICK ON PICTURE FOR A LARGER IMAGE

Let the holiday weekend begin!!!!!!!!!!!!

LOST 3 lbs this week!!!
Way to go, Erin!!!!

:)

It's almost 11 p.m. - and I am BEAT! This day was soooooooo busy!!! Boys went to the movies (Shrek the third), Brooke and I shopped til we dropped, and all is well. Now, I am ready to snuggle up with my love, and dream some happy, fun, sexy dreams!

Today was a great day. Full of activities!

Tomorrow will be a new day. New adventures ahead!

I sent my emails to a couple of special friends. Heard back from them. Sent a loving text msg or two, or three to my baby... and it all paid off. In touch with good friends, and the love of my life. :)

Julie took her daughter camping (one of my friends I contacted). She's got guts. Camping, just Julie and her little one. Scary world. I hope she stays safe, and is very careful. I give her credit. I don't think I'd ever have the strength or courage to do what she does. She's a good woman. And, she sent me msgs to let me know how much she appreciated me. It was nice. :) Made my day. I wish all good things for her in this lifetime. Her life has not been all roses. I hope it all turns around for her someday.


Frederick Howard Montgomery III - I love you with all of my heart and soul. I thank god for bringing us together - YOU make my life such a beautiful place to live in.... I am grateful for everything about us. And I am so pleased that we've worked through our difficult times. I am one lucky girl. Thank you.... :)

Someday I'm going to see Shannon and Dennis again. I miss them. Such good people. It's been so long. I was glad to hear from her. I felt good about writing to her. I hate that times gets away from us so quickly.......

G'night...

Taking a moment ....

Today is a good day to get in touch with a friend.
Take a few minutes out of your hectic day to tell someone you care.
I am!

I'm going to email a few special people, and remind them that I care, and that I miss them!!!! It only takes a minute, and it might just mean a lot to them! Life is to short to disregard the people we care about!

:)

HAPPY FRIDAY!!! Ready for the LONG weekend!

Good Morning! Happy Friday!!!! And, what a beautiful day it is!

The holiday weekend is here!!! What are your plans?
Let me share mine, with you!

Tonight, I will be taxi Mom again, for the boys. Every month, a group of boys get together (Brandon and his friends) and they rely on ME to feed them, drop them at the movies, pick them up, and take them home! So, tonight is that night for us again! :) I guess I'll grab a few Pizza's this time. They'll be going to see Shrek the Third. I hope they have fun!
While they're at the movies, I'll be across the parking lot at the Mall. Brooke needs a few things before she goes to the beach! So, we'll be shopping tonight! Then, at about 11:00 p.m., Scott will pick Brooke up, and off to the beach she goes. Lisa, Scott, and the girls are like family. It's so nice!
Then, until Sunday morning, there's nothing set in stone. BUT, when Sunday arrives, we'll be packing up, and heading to grab Brooke at the beach (IT'S HER BIRTHDAY ON SUNDAY) - and then we're off to another Area of the Jersey Shore!!!!! And, Sunday night... GWEN STEFANI Concert!!! Brooke and I will get all dolled up, and head to the Borgata! Brandon and Fred will hang out, doing something else fun!

It looks like a nice weekend!! I hope it turns out well. On Monday, we'll head home so we can celebrate Brooke's Birthday some more, with Mom and Dad. Should be nice. And, our pool will be open!! Looks like summer is really here!

Happy Friday. I have my weigh-in today. I'm nervous all of the sudden. How silly of me. I'm sure I'll do great. This is the first time I'm doing this without knowing my actual weight. AND without getting on the scale at home. I'm doing the once a week weigh in, and that is it. It seems to be working better for me. This way I'm not focused on a number, or obsessing over the scale every day!!!! It's nice this way.

I hope this day is a beautiful one, for you..... and I wish everything happy and nice, for anyone who cares enough to read my posts.

Happy day!

Watch for my weigh-in results!!!!

:)

Good Morning! :)

Thursday. All is well. Mom and Dad have made it home safely! YIPPIE!!!! They were too tired to tell me about their trip. Maybe this weekend. I'm just glad they made it back. Molly is too! Although, this morning Mom was telling me that she thinks Molly is depressed. When I stopped over there last night to bring them Juice, milk, and bread... Molly walked to the door and waited for me. As if she would be going home with me! lol. She likes it at our house. It's where the action is. A kitten to play with.. Ozzy..... kids. It can't get much better than that for a Golden Retriever! :) Anyway..............

Today is a beautiful day. I feel good all over. :) Spring is such an awesome time of year! And, I'm happy. I wish I could just dance around, all over my office. However, I'm not sure that it would be appreciated. lol Maybe I'll go visit Mom and her people during my break. I only have 30 minutes, but I can move pretty quick!!! :P

Tomorrow..... WEIGH IN! wooohoo... I think I did the best this week! I feel lighter. And my curves are even curvier...(is that a word?). My waist line is shrinking! And the good stuff isn't. I'm doing okay! :)

Other than that. Nothing much to say! lol... well, I could go on all day. Anyone who knows me, knows that! Oh, lol... when Hubby and I first met. Funny story. I used to travel a few hours to see him. Each time I did, I had so much to say. I spent so many years feeling alone. And then, I met him. Anyway... when I'd go visit him, I used to talk talk talk so much. He'd listen to every word... and then, he'd fall asleep while I was talking. It was so sweet. He worked so hard during the week, then when I would arrive on a Friday - he was beat. BUT, he'd hang in there.. sometimes until 3 or 4 a.m., and then he'd be sound asleep.. and I'd still be talking. lol! Fun memory. fun fun fun.

Now....... over 8 years later, I don't feel the need to keep him up all night, talking...... :)

Sunday's Rainbow

Beauty... captured from my Balcony!

Photo's by Erin

Our new addition....

Nice. Sharing a nice poem on Family. Enjoy ~

A Family is a Place
To cry
To laugh
To vent frustration
To ask for help
And tease
And yell
To be kissed and hugged
and smiled at.

A Family is People
Who care when you are sad
Who love you no matter what
Who share your triumphs
Who don't expect you to be perfect
Just grow with honesty
In your own direction.

A Family is a Circle
Where we learn to like ourselves
Where we learn to make good decisions
Where we learn to think before we do
Where we learn integrity and respect for others
Where we are special
Where we share ideas
Where we listen and are listened to
Where we learn the rules of life
To prepare ourselves for the world.

The world is a Place
Where anything can happen.

If we grow in a Loving Family
We are ready for the world.

Wednesday! Happy day!

Good Morning Happy World! I hope who ever finds this Blog of mine, is smiling, and feeling good about themselves, and their life. Each day that passes by is an opportunity to do the things we'd love to do. Try some things we've never tried.... and another chance, to make a difference.

Making a difference. It's been really important to me. To do my best to make a difference. I really try. I hope my efforts don't go unnoticed.

Things are good. I can't complain. I am happy, and healthy, and doing everything the way I should. My hubby is awesome, and so are the kids. We're all dealing with our own "stuff"..... but, we're all good! We have Me... zooming along through this weight loss challenge. Hubby, taking this medicine (Chantix) for quitting smoking..... and the kids, going through the changes, of little kiddies... into adolescence. We all have our "Stuff". We all do the best that we can. It's not always easy. BUT, together, we learn to take it one day at a time.

I hope the Air Traffic Controllers in Italy, are off strike. Poor Mom and Dad. They seemed completely shot out, and exhausted. I bet they will be so happy to get home. I can't even imagine being on vacation for that long. Even I would miss my home, my bed.... my "Regular life". I hope they make it, today.....

Brooke's Birthday is this weekend!!! My baby will be 11! WOW! And, she and I will go to our Gwen Stefani Concert!!! wooohooo!!!!!! Should be fun!

Better get back to work....

I'm in the mood to post. I'll be back soon!

Sexy Picture, huh?? :)

Tuesday!

*Wakes up.......

Where has the time gone? Seems like it was just Saturday!!! I can't believe I haven't made it to my blog since then. lol! Poor me....(C'mon, give me some sympathy here)...... oh, how busy I am!

What the heck does that picture have to do with Tuesday? Nothing at all! I just thought it was a very cute picture. It made me smile. :) Did YOU smile when you looked at it? Hope so! I'm here to hand out smiles when I can. It's my pleasure....

So, where were we? (lol @ Myself for having a conversation with nobody)..... Hmmmmmm Let me try to catch up.

Sunday. Beautiful day. Fun fun fun. Went to breakfast. Went to the Track (for a little bit). Did a little running around. Picked the kids up early. My baby loves. :)
Watched our Sunday night shows...etc... and that was it.

Monday. Worked and worked and worked. Using the new program, so it's a lot more time consuming, plus.... I'm doing the job of two+ people. And it's a very busy time of year. UGGH!!!!!!!! But, secret.... I love to be busy. It helps me to stay focused on my work. It helps pass the time. It's all good. I'd rather be busy than slow....

Today. It is B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L! I am one blessed woman. I have this fantastic window beside my desk. The next best thing to being out there (lol). Hey... I'm easy. Give me a little something to smile about... and I'm happy. :)

Everything is going well. I found out today that Mom and Dad are stuck in Italy. They won't be home until tomorrow...*sigh. I hope they had a great time on their cruise. I can't wait for mine. :)

The diet/healthy eating is going well. It's making me feel all sorts of good. And the energy.... amazing!!! I popped right out of bed AGAIN this morning. I usually need a good push. OR, coffee brought to me. Nope... I'm up, out of the bed... bringing Hubby the coffee. Poor baby is having a tough time. He's the opposite. Sleepy and stuff. This medicine is kicking his booty. :( I hope he feels better soon.

OK. Enough for now. I better get back to work. Soon I will post some pictures. I have to catch up. I've been taking them, just not loading them on the computer. I've been sooooooooooooooooooo busy.

Well...... until later!!!

:)

Welcome!! Roxy!

OK!!!!! So, we were NOT planning on her. Nope...... (lol at us)

But seriously, how could we resist?!?!?!?

We're calling her "Roxy"

We went into Wal-Mart for a few things, and when we came out.... There were two women trying to find a loving home for 4 precious kittens!!! Hmmmmmmmm.... SO, looking at these adorable little fuzzies... I just melted! Of course, Hubby told me "Go ahead"....because he loves me. AND, he too, has a weakness for little kittens. So, there you have it! How could we not? These little lives needed a home, and a family, and someone to love them. Well, I knew I couldn't have them all, so I chose the one that seemed to latch on to me the most. It was her! What a little baby love. She is simply adorable. :) And that is the kitty story.

We can't wait for her to meet the kids tomorrow!!!! A sweet, new addition to our family.

Roxy. Why the name?? Well, it's cool. Let's see what the kids think!

And.........................

The Scale goes Down again!!!!! Hip Hip Hooray!!!

:)

Yeah baybeeee!!! Doing it carb and fancy free!!! I have energy like I forgot I could have! And, I'm losing weight ~ I'm going to be hot stuff on my vacation!! Curvy and fun! Sexy sexy!

I'll post a grand total next week. I still haven't looked at my weight card. Numbers scare me! lol :P

Happy Happy Happy FRIDAY!!!!!!!

Today is cold! There's NO sun out there... and it looks like a storm is BREWING... but guess what? I DON'T CARE!!! IT'S FRIDAY!!!!!!

*Dances a Happy Friday dance..... ^..^

I am sooooo happy! AND, it's not just ANY Friday.. It's 1/2 Day Friday! Our first of the year, here at Rider University!!! wooohooo!!!!

My plans for today:

Weigh in at noon-ish
Go out to lunch after. With Eveline, Susie, and Sue.
Then.... SHOPPING!!!!!!! I'm headed out for a little shopping spree!!!!!
And, tonight - DATE NIGHT! Dinner & Comedy club. Should be lots of fun!

In the meantime, I am up to my eyeballs in paperwork. It's all over my desk. It's CRAZY! lol :) But, I'm plugging right along.

I'll post my weigh in info later. And maybe a cool Picture of the week! And, my plan is to take a lot of my own pics over the weekend. Hopefully the weather will hold up for some of the weekend. I miss my photography time. I'm always looking for a good photo opportunity!

:)

Until then.....................

^..^

I cannot believe what a busy week this has been!!!!

Is it Friday yet? Seriously. It's almost 4:00 p.m and this is the first opportunity I've had to post.

I don't even have time right now to post, but I did want to pop in and scratch a few words down before the end of the day. I know once I leave here, there's a whole lot of other things going on, and I might not get back here today!!!!!

Well, rumor has it... they've chosen someone for the position I interviewed for. I don't think it's me..... *sigh.

HR has the name of the person, and I guess they'll be calling them to offer them the job. MY phone hasn't rung. :( Well... no calls from HR. Oh well.

What else? Tomorrow night is date night. I look forward to that. A nice Romantic Dinner out with hubby, and then off to our next Comedy show. This place is great because it's small enough where you can't get a bad seat. We were there a couple of years ago. It was great, but a bit smoky. Now, it's smoke free. So, I'm sure it will be a heck of a lot better. :) I can't wait. I love my date nights!!!!

Saturday is a mystery.... who knows what we're up to!

Tonight I think I'll crash after I get my work done. I am wiped out!

If I can find some time tonight, I'll post a little more.

xoxo

<3

Happy Hump Day!

Well, here we are!!!! 1/2 way through the work week! If I figure in the 1/2 day Friday (wooohoo) we're more than 1/2 way there!!!! I LOVE 1/2 DAY FRIDAYS!!!!!!

Everything is going well. I was up a lot during the night last night. Molly wasn't feeling well. :( So, I had to take care of her. Then, she was up VERY early this morning.... which meant - so was I! So, I am beginning to feel it a little. I don't ever want a dog. NOT EVER!!! It's like having another child. Except this one, you have to walk! She is a sweet thing, just very high maintenance. She's a real handful!
One week to go.......... Meanwhile, I hope Mom and Dad are enjoying their Cruise to Greece. NICE! I can't wait for ours. *Big sigh

Work is busy. BUSY BUSY BUSY....... but, It's all good. No word on the outcome of my interview, or who they have chosen. I'm sure I'll know something, soon.

Hubby. Me. Good stuff. Things are going so well. It's been amazing. Just beautiful. We went through a long period of bad stuff. Troubles... struggles... but seems that we're on a happy trail of goodness. It's been like magic. We're clicking so well. So close. Happiness.. is being married to my best friend. <3

Weigh in on Friday. Ugh. (lol). I feel soooo good (wanna feel?) :P Now that I'm eating this way, I have this amazing energy. It's all good. I look forward to seeing good, positive results from this!

Tuesday Evening

The past few days have been such busy ones.

I haven't really had the time to sit and rest here.

Things are going really well.

Life is wonderful. I look forward to each new day, each new adventure.

I will try to post regularly again tomorrow - providing I find a few peaceful moments to gather my thoughts. :)

Good night. <3

Peace ~

BUSY GIRL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Whew! This is honestly the first opportunity I have had to post today! It's after 2 p.m.!

Yesterday, I didn't post at all! Mother's Day. It was a beautiful, sunny day. Hubby and the kids took me out for a great lunch. It was very nice!!!! Yesterday flew........................

MY booty is a little burned. :( I started tanning yesterday. I love to get color before I head out into the summer sun. If I don't. I will burn, and peel. Yesterday, I upgraded to a better bulb for my tanning booth. I was in there for 4 minutes. OWIE! It was hot!!!! My booty looks like it was paddled really well. lol! I feel good though. Not uncomfortable. Soon, I'll be all bronzed, and ready for my trip! Wooohooo~

This morning I had my Job interview. Whew... again! I was so nervous. I woke up at 5 a.m. all ready to go. lol! Oops! Too early! So, I reminded myself that it's not a big deal. It would be if I got the job.... and the pay increase is HUGE... but I just had to be me - and, I was. It felt like it went well. However, of course, there were apparently a lot of people in line for this job. There were interviews before me, after me.... and tomorrow. I think maybe a few even on Wednesday! So, not a big surprise if I DON'T get the job. But it was so beautiful over there. It didn't even feel like I was at Rider! It's a BRAND new building, with the fitness Center and everything there. I thought about how the kids would love it. There were Plasma T.V's everywhere, Air Hockey tables, Pool tables..... all over the place. Nice!!!! And all of the offices were very fancy. Big, bright windows on one side, and the other side had the walking track (inside). It just looks really nice over there! Oh well.... if I am not the chosen one - then all I can say is, it isn't my time. *sigh....... I'm not going to stress over it.

What else? Well..... hubby isn't feeling well :( I just got a text message from him. Poor baby. :( I hope he feels better tonight...... my sweetie.... :(

Happy Happy Happy Anniversary! 6 years ago today...

My Sweetie scanned a few pictures from our Wedding 6 years ago!!! :)
Here are a couple.
So sweet!

And those kiddies were soooooo little!!! All three of them have grown up so much in the last 6 years. Times flies!

Happy Day ~

Last Night...

Last night was so much fun!

Romantic Dinner at Cafe Antonio's.....

Topped off with the Comedy Idol Show. For anyone familiar with the "Last Comic Standing" show on NBC - the people performing were from that show. It was really good. And quite funny!!!! One of my favorite things in life... LAUGHING!!!!!!!

Nice evening. Really really nice. And the weather, incredible!!!!!!

Today We Celebrate 6 Years of Marriage!

Friday May 11 2007

Rider University Commencement - 2007

Photo - compliments of Erin!

Happy Friday! SO MUCH GOOD STUFF!!!!!!

Good Morning beautiful world!!! I am SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO happy today!!!! There's a whole lot going on ~

Tonight is going to be AWESOME!!!! Hubby and I are going out for a romantic Dinner (Compliments of Mom and Dad). They made reservations for us, as a gift. That was very nice!!! AND then... off to see the Comedy Idol show at the War Memorial/Patriots Theater. I cannot wait!!!! The BEST seats in the house!!!! Again, a gift from Mom and Dad!!! Hubby and I have been looking forward to this show for a few months! Can't wait! I'm saving all my laughing for tonight!!!! I also bought adorable, sexy shoes for the occasion. SEXY!!!!!!!

This morning was huge. Hubby took his first pill for his quitting smoking. He was so excited. This is some miracle drug. We keep hearing about people that have total success with it. I am so happy for him. He woke up singing this morning!!! He couldn't even sit still~~~ Cute. So cute. I am so thrilled. My prayers are with him, and I am 100% supportive of him. :)

This morning we're also have Commencement. There are about 1200 students graduating. Yesterday was the CCS and Graduate Commencement. It's a busy, crazy, fun time here at Rider. Everyone is so upbeat and happy. Even my bats are feeling fine.... lol. I love when everyone gets along, and feels good. YIPPIE!!!!!!!!!!!

Lots more - but I have some work to do.

Plus, I have to watch the Ceremony! Be back later!!!!!

*Runs for the door.

May 10 2007

Good Morning World! :)

I am late getting my post for the morning on here. I have been here, just busy! This morning I was so full of energy, I spent some time cleaning and straightening the house. When I left, it looked so pretty! And, here at work, it's the usual. :) There's something in the air. I cannot breath! I think I've acquired allergies. I have such a stuffy head! :) No biggie.

Okay. Last night. A word on Stanford Dickie........

Stanford Dickie

I have known Stanford Dickie for quite a few years. He has always been the picture of what I would never want to be, or become like. Stanford has always been better than everyone. He rises above the crowd, and is much to good for most things. Including working...... Stanford was supported by his wife. A very successful woman, with a huge position in the Architectural field. She too, something else.....

So, Stanford complained a lot. He complained about this, complained about that. We happen to live in the same complex. He would talk a lot, about others. He spent most of his time doing one of four things. Eating lots of garlic, walking on the treadmill, reading the Wall Street Journal, or talking about people. He even talked about My hubby.... and I'm sure he talked about me. And he complained. Did I mention that?

Suddenly, about 4 months ago, Stanford found himself alone. His beloved wife left him. He was stunned, and disappointed.

I began to observe something happening. Stanford began to turn to all the people that he once spent all his time putting down. And much to his surprise, he received support from them. He would walk a lot, around the property. As he'd see these familiar faces, he'd stop them - to share the story of his loss. They'd listen. They were there for him. Even knowing, he was not ever there for them.

He shared his story with me. I listened. I even told him it would be "okay". And that he needed time, and a place to "start over", so he could move forward with his life. He seemed grateful. And, maybe he was.......

Last night, Brooke and I were out walking. We love walking together. While we were out, we saw Stanford Dickie. And, of course - We stopped to talk to him. To see how he was.

Stanford told me that he was going to move away, to Atlanta. I told him how he was making an excellent choice, etc... I said as much positive stuff as I could, because I stood there, looking at a man who was completely lost. In every way.

He thanked me. He told me how he was so glad that he and I spoke. He told me I was an inspiration, and that I put so much in perspective, for him. I was happy. And I think he really meant what he said. It was nice.

And then, I went home. And Stanford carried on.

My point? (lol) Life is funny. I have never liked that man. I have often times wanted to tell him off, and tell him what I really thought of him. BUT, I'm glad I never did. I'm happy that instead, I was able to see him change, into a "humble" human being. And even though he's without his wife, he too - knows it was time. And, I think he's going to see people, places, and things.... in a whole new light.

It was cool. I know. Nothing major at this end of this story. BUT, it's just stuff in my head - I need to get out.

Best of luck to Stanford Dickie.

<3 <3 <3 <3 <3

Happy Hump Day!!!!!

Last night was soooooo nice!!!!!! What a great Birthday my hubby had!!!! I am so happy. :) When he's happy, I'm happy. Life is good. He really enjoyed himself. Good Stuff!

This morning, I took the Convertible. I've been driving the Mom van for a couple of months, so this was a nice change. I didn't have a care in the world once I got in, and took off. I dropped Brooke off at Billie's house, and then down went the top. My hair was everywhere, I had my favorite music playing, and the fresh air felt incredible. It was just about the most pleasurable ride to work I have ever had! :) Now, even though I'm inside, at work - I feel like I was able to spend a little time enjoying the weather. It is gorgeous out.

Hubby has a Doctor's appointment today. He's actually going to see about getting that new medication for quitting smoking. I am so excited. I can't wait to see how it works out. He's taking a huge step. It's a big change for him. I'm hoping he loves it, and it works well for him. We always want the best for the one's we love. I am very excited, and very hopeful. YIPPIE!!!!!!

Good things happening here.

:)

Seasonal Affective Disorder

I think I have it. I honestly do! Ever since the time change, and the warmer weather... I feel so good & so happy.

I might be on to something here.......

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

It would make sense. Yes, it would! :)

I'm going to pay more attention to this in the future. Maybe I need to move to Miami or something. The Keys.... somewhere like that. :)

Today has been a good day. It's so pretty outside. During my lunch break, I ran to the store and bought a Birthday Cake. Tonight we'll celebrate hubby's 45th Birthday. :) Nice. I hope he's having a happy day.

I got the phone call. I have a job interview on Monday. My bubble has burst a little since I learned that other people within the Union have applied. They all probably have more time in than me, so that "bumps" me... :( BUT, as my Boss (and everyone else) has told me, just be me.... and go into it like there's no other applicants. Hmmmmmmmmmmmm with my charm (lol) j/k. I will, though. And I'll be honest, friendly, professional, etc.... and see what happens. *sigh. I will do my best.

Today, the students move out. When most departments start to settle, Sue and I get a lot of work during this timeof year. It's good, I like to keep myself busy. It certainly makes the time pass quickly. :)

I hope for a happy evening. Hubby's spirits are up, and it's a beautiful thing. He is being treated extra special for his Birthday. I'm happy about that. :)

He AINT Seen nothing yet! Wait until I get a hold of him!!!!! :)

woooohooooo!