Hello ~

Happy Summer!
It
is
so
nice
this
weekend!!!




No plans. Nope! Nothing! Went swim suit shopping yesterday. NO luck. I guess I just wasn't in the mood. I have some really cute suits that I can use for now, though. I was just hoping I could find something fun, and new.

Today (Saturday) was different. Nothing much going on. You know, I get so used to running, and running. I almost didn't know what to do with myself! Lots to get done. Not in the mood to do it. And I couldn't really say where this day even went!

This morning we went to see Donna.
We saw Alan, too.
He was all smiles, as usual. :)

Then, we took the Harley out for a bit. Not far from home. Both hubby and myself are afraid to get hurt before the Cruise. THAT would be horrible. I worry a lot. He worries even more. So, we just took a little ride. It was nice. I'm getting better on the bike. Not as nervous. I think I'm a pretty good biker chick! :)

Now, we're planted in front of the T.V. No kids, just us. It's very quiet around here!

Tomorrow I'll get the cleaning done. And the laundry. Tonight, relaxation!

So, that's about it. Hope who ever stumbles upon this blog is enjoying life. And smiling.

Good Night!

Hope it's a beautiful day for you!!!!!

So far, so good.... for me!

Quiet - but gorgeous weather!

My
Weigh
In....

I'm
NOT
even
going
to
talk
about
it!

Grrrr.....




HAPPY FRIDAY~

Today is a rainy day. BUT WHO CARES! It's 1/2 day Friday!!!!

Let's celebrate!!!! Ever dance in the rain? Today would be a great day for it!!! :)

I'm feeling pretty good today. I have a lunch date with Eveline, and I'll be shopping for a swim suit afterwards! Hmm..... we'll see how that goes!
I think we're all way to critical about ourselves. I'm trying my very best NOT to be. I am working on being my own best friend. :) It's not always easy.

Last night was fun. I got the most sexy red high heel shoes! I loved them so much I even brought them in to show the ladies at work. They aren't appropriate to wear to work.... but they are just awesome!!!! I used to have a nickname "Big heels". My friend and her husband called me that. If they could see these shoes... lolol!!!!!
I will have to post a pic of them, with me in em! They are too cute not to share!!!!

Anyway. Last night was nice. It was hot and humid, but nice.
I relaxed, and listened to the rain. I played on the computer. Chuzzle. It's a must have game, if you LOVE puzzle games. I have a nerdy streak in me, miles long. And, I love puzzles. :) So, it was very nice.

Weekend plans. As of right now, I have NONE! Pretty exciting!!! I'm going to try my best to get organized for my trip. It's getting close!!!!!


I'll be back to post my Weigh In results..... WISH ME LUCK! I am nervous!!!!!!! *Begins to remove layers of clothing. lol! I am bare bones again. I will take off what I can for this weigh in! lol :)

Happy Friday!

Happy
FRIDAY!

YOU
KNOW
WHAT
THAT
MEANS!

WEIGH
IN
DAY!

*gulp!

OK..... Story time!!!!!

Last Friday. I mentioned that I got together with my girlfriend, Julie. Well....once we got settled, we got into talking about relationships, and men.
Julie met this guy online. She's been chatting with him for a few months. He's been asking her to go out, over and over again. She has declined, each time. I asked her why. She tells me that she doesn't think he's exactly her type. Well.... This woman (and I love her dearly) has no right telling me what her "type" is. She is famous for choosing not so great guys to get involved with. So.... maybe "her type" isn't working so well for her.

Anyway. I told her to go out with him. She refused. I told her it would be good for her. She told me she had no babysitter. So, I offered. Then, she didn't know what to say. :)
So, she returned his call later that night. She accepted a date with him. For Saturday (this past Saturday). She came over with her daughter, and a list of names, numbers, and so on.... just in case I needed to help her out of this "blind date" that she met online. I was both nervous and excited for her. She was too..... it was sweet.
So, off she went. And I was hoping it would be a nice night for her. She has very few. And, it's a shame. She is a great human being. And, I adore her.

Anyway, while she was gone, we took her little munchkin out on the town. We went to Chuck E Cheese. She had the time of her life. I just loved watching her enjoy herself. She doesn't have the opportunity to go many places like that. The things we take for granted.... we shouldn't. I was about to burst out in tears when Fred asked Jory if she wanted to go to Chuck E Cheese. Her response made me cry. She told us how her Mom was too poor to take her, and that she was saving lots of money in her crayon bank so they could be rich. Wow.... it was very emotional. And, it made me even more excited about taking her. :)
Anyway, all that was a lot of fun. I DID send Julie a text msg every now and then to check on her. After all, I honestly felt responsible for her going out with this guy. I guess, deep down inside, I knew she wanted to. She just needed a little push. And I'm not pushy.... but I did convince her to go. So, I was a little nervous.
She txt' me back. She was having a "wonderful" time. WooohooooO!!!!! Her online date - yippie!!!!!! And then, it was like 11:00 p.m. She sent me another message making sure we were okay with her daughter. :) We were fine. I was hanging out with the girls watching movies. It was lots of fun!
Anyway, she finally got to my place at almost 1:00 a.m. She was smiling ear to ear. I was too. I just hugged her tight, and told her I was glad she went. She said it was so awesome. So natural. Lot's of great conversation. They took a nice walk, had a great dinner. Went out for Ice Cream. I was so happy for her. :) And she thanked me. Over and over again. For talking her in to going. And for taking Jory out for fun stuff. It was all my pleasure. I loved every minute of it. :)
Julie sent me a msg this morning. Seems she's won the heart of this guy. He's crazy about her. How could he not be? She's a love.
So, tomorrow night we might go out - the 4 of us. I'd like to meet this guy. We'll see what happens. I have my fingers crossed for her. She is a very special person in my life.
Brief history.....
Julie and I met in 1986 when I first moved to PA.
She was my first, and only friend.
She was my best friend, ever.
I used to drag her back to Long Island with me, when I needed to "go home" - until one day I realized, PA was my "home" - and much of that, thanks to Julie.
I watched her suffer through the loss of her Mother.
She watched me suffer through the loss of one of my best friends in the whole world.
We were there for each other. And now, 21 years later, I think we're there for each other, again. It's nice.
We have memories, a few hundred miles long. Maybe one day - I'll share some of them.... Until then, We have today. And new memories.

That is my story - and I'm sticking to it. :)

Wooohoooo!!!!!!!!!!

My day here at work is almost over!!!!! It's almost time to go home!!!!

And...... 22 days until vacation!!!!!!

It's sorta been a long week.

Very hot, humid, and pretty quiet.......

I'm looking forward to the weekend. Lot's of nothing going on!!! Until Monday evening!!!!

Yeah... it's been a strange week.

Lets Celebrate! Tomorrow is 1/2 day Friday!!!!!! YIPPIE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Not so much in the mood today to post. Even though I do have lots to say!! Poor hubby.. looks like he's going to have to be sweet and patient, and listen to me ramble tonight!

Happy Thursday!!!

Happy Thursday!

Today is sizzling hot!!!!!!!!

And humid - BLEAH!!!!!

Be back to post shortly.

GOOD NIGHT ~ SWEET DREAMS xo

An
AMAZING
friend
once
told
me....

If
she
were
Bi-Sexual

I wouldn't be her type....

LOL!

How dare she! Wonder what her "type" would be.......
:P

BANANA FACTS!

Sharing some fun stuff with you!

3 medium size bananas weigh approximately 1 pound.

A cluster of bananas is called a hand and consists of 10 to 20 bananas, which are known as fingers.

As bananas ripen, the starch in the fruit turns to sugar. Therefore, the riper the banana the sweeter it will taste.

Banana plants are the largest plants on earth without a woody stem. They are actually giant herbs of the same family as lilies, orchids and palms.

Bananas are a good source of vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber.

Bananas are America's #1 fruit.

Bananas are available all year-round. They are harvested every day of the year.

WHY BANANAS ARE GOOD FOR YOU:
Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber, a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.

Providing energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.


Depression: According to a recent survey amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.


PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.


Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.


Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect way to beat high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.


Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.


Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.


Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

It's a HOT and HUMID day!!!!!!! I am prepared!!! Light Skirt, light top... fruit, water, cool office. I don't enjoy when it gets too humid. AND, today IS humid!

Other than that - things are going well. Lots going on. Tonight, relax! Gotta keep cool!

Happy Hump Day!

Enjoy :)

Happy Tuesday.

This Morning was something else. Long story.... I'll try to post it all. Small world. Strange how things work out. I don't know. Back to the theory of "Everything Happens for a Reason". This is one I haven't been able to figure out. BUT, I will.

My sweetie and I had to go to Court this morning. I was the "Star" witness to a reckless driving accident. It was from back in March. The Dumb Ass could have really hurt someone. He cut in front of my hubby and me, and crashed, full force into a telephone poll. Totalled his truck. What a mess. Anyway, that's what I had to go to Court about. However, something totally different happened. I know, I always have a story.........

So, here it goes...

We waited for the guy to show up. It appeared as though he was going to pull a no show. So, the officer asked us to go into the court room, and wait until the case (before us) was over. So, we did. This other case had just begun. Besides them, we were the only ones in the court room.

So, the other case begins. It's about a property rental eviction. No big deal. We know the process well, based alone on the fact that hubby works for a Property Mgmt Company. So we listen. There was a woman sitting there (the defendant). She was an older black woman, with pretty old looking clothes on. Her outer appearance might lead you to place judgement that she didn't care too much for herself. But, no so much the case. She sat and listened to the Plaintiff. Seems she had been having trouble making her rent each month for the past year. I kept looking at her. She really looked familiar. Don't know why....... The way I understood it, she was really only a full month behind. The Manager was there to cancel her newly signed lease, and have her evicted. :( I didn't like that.
Now, it's the defendants turn. She steps up to the box. She swears in, and begins to cry. Fred held tight, on to my hand. He, like me - is very soft hearted. We both felt really bad. Then, she begins to tell her story. She talks about how she has never been in a position like this before. She's in a bad spot, and working really hard on getting out of it. She's worked the same job for 26 years..... We both felt terrible for her. THEN, she mentions how her daughter has been really sick. And, how she recently went through a double lung transplant. WOW - THAT was my light bulb moment. I remembered how I recognized this woman. IT was her daughter. I remembered. Her daughter is a doll. She is a student at Rider!! I love this precious thing. She used to come in to my office a lot. I'd help her. She had tanks, and tubes, and all sorts of things all over her. She couldn't take more than a few steps at a time. She'd have to stop, so she could catch her breath. She was a sweet little thing. And, BOOM... one day she came in. No tanks, no tubes. I had a feeling something good happened. I asked her what was going on. She had the biggest smile you could ever imagine. Told me about her double lung transplant. How she can live again. How she was blessed with new lungs.... and she felt "normal" for the first time in years....

THAT was how I recognized her Mom. She'd also been in the office. Dropping something off, or picking something up, because (then) her child just didn't have the strength to get here........

So, there we are... and I'm about to cry. Fred nudges me. Asks me for a pen, and something to write on. All I have in my purse is a Wal-Mart receipt. I look over, he's writing her a note. Telling her to call him. That he can help her find a place. That he knows people that can help her. A safe place, in her price range. He asks me to give it to her when she's leaving. When I did, she just looked at us with hope in her eyes, as well as tears. It was touching.

Once we left, I was able to tell Fred that I think I knew who the woman was. Well, he was surprised to hear about it, but DID remember me talking about the blessing her daughter got, with having the lung transplant.

Anyway, by the time I reached my office, my phone rang, and it was Fred. He wanted to tell me that "Maxine" (the woman from court) had already called, and gone over to see Fred. He wanted to tell me that it was her daughter, from Rider. Sadly, she's had some trouble with her new lungs. She's been in the hospital now for about 3 months. I hope she'll be okay.....

We're going to help her find a place. We have some connections. Well, hubby does. I will do what I can, too.

What a morning.

My ramble for the day.....

HAPPY MONDAY!!!!!!

What a cloudy day it is!!! Looks like RAIN!!

Nice weekend. A lot of things happened. Lessons learned. Nice stuff... different... I'll share later.

My eyes are much more open to so much these days. I pay a lot of attention to things around me. I observe a lot. It's part of who I am. I can't help it. I learn a lot about people this way. I'll explain later......

I'm happy to be here today. I look forward to a good week. Lots going on.....

I have stories. I just can't focus right now.

Happy Sunday.

Where do I begin? I am so happy that I am keeping track of things happening in my life. Let me give you a few examples why.......

Friday night. Julie pulls up in front of my home. I walk outside to greet her (And her little one). Before she even gets out of the car, I feel so emotional....... and want to burst out in tears. Where does the time go? I look at her, and I picture 2 18/19 year old girls. Laughing, talking about life..... sharing secrets, dreams... fantasies, of how our life might be, when we "grow up"...... And here we are, 21 years later. Where did it all go?

So, she hops out, and we hug hug hug & hug some more. It's been a year since we last saw each other. It felt like yesterday........

It was nice. The kids swam, and we visited. Talked, laughed, etc.... We shared some memories of how things used to be. Remember this, remember that..... very cool.
Her life is a constant struggle these days. Single Mom, no Dad involved for Jory. No support from any family, friends.... nothing. For Julie, it's no picnic..... but she smiles, and makes the best of it. So, the two of us coming together again, was so refreshing - for us both. And what a nice visit we had.

SATURDAY.
We had kids galore.... :) It's all good. I love these children. If I could only capture every wonderful moment for them, and sprinkle it over their heads, when they were feeling down. I'd do it in a heartbeat. Life is so awesome for them right now. I wish it would never change.

We did see Alan. He's our mentally handicap friend. I hold a very special place in my heart for the mentally challenged. I'm not sure what it is.... but I've always felt this way. Anyhow.... Alan is fascinated by Fred and I. He loves to tell us about his life. Alan is 45. He has the mental capacity of about an 8 year old. He's about 6' 4" tall. Big boy..... And if you don't know him, his looks might startle you. But, he's harmless. So, he told us about these teenagers who tried to scare him. I was getting so mad. They apparently chased him, and he was so afraid they would hurt him. What the heck is wrong with people? I get very frustrated about stuff like that. So, I told him that he can't be out riding his bike at night, by himself. And he agreed it wasn't a good idea. He has some friends that are like him. They look out for each other. I told him to stick with them. From now on, he will. I felt really sad about that. Although, he's okay. And he felt much better after sharing his story with us. Alan always makes me smile. So does his friend Scott. It's interesting to see what life is like for them. It's not like anything we know......they live in their own little world.

Wow! I'm a rambler this morning. It's just that it's so quiet right now. The kids are asleep, and hubby went for an early morning ride. And I am overflowing with stuff to blog. If I don't get it out, it's all in my head. :) Later, I'll share another story about my weekend. It's yet another reason for me to appreciate my life..... and I have pictures to post!!!!!

Adios for now!

Wooohooo!!!!!!

WOOOOHOOOO!!

My
BEST
loss
yet!!!!!!

I lost 3.8 lbs!

I have exceeded my 10 pound weight loss!!!! YIPPIE!!!! I've lost over 10 pounds!!! OH happiness!!!!

*Pats self on the back

I am very excited. I really am. Let me tell you. This is not easy! It's no picnic trying to pass up all the yummy things I love. But, I do feel a heck of a lot better.

Brandon and I just had a really nice Mom and Son lunch together. We picked up Sushi, and brought it home. Set the table, and ate. It was really good. He and I are the only two in the family that enjoy sushi. So, when he suggested it, how could I resist? It was a great chance for us to enjoy something yummy!!! And I got more "bonding" time with my boy!!!!!

So, that's the story!

Now, I have to run and pick my girls up. They want to swim!


Be back!!

Happy Day!

HAPPY FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I hope you all enjoy your weekend! What beautiful weather we're having here!!!

Make it count! I will. :)

Today is WEIGH IN DAY!!!!!! *ugh...............

I'm going to climb on that scale and hold my breath! lol
I feel better than I did last week. I think I look better.... let's see what the scale thinks.

I'll post results later. Good or bad.
And, someday I'll even look at the number..

Other than that - my Big guy came to work with me today. He likes to hang out with me. I figured today would be a good day since I only have to work until noon. He's off visiting my Mom. He went to to her office to surprise her. :) cute....

I must get to work. I have a ton of stuff to get done. Will post later.

Tonight, POOL PARTY! :)

Happy Summer 2007

BTW....
Today
is
the
first
day
of
SUMMER!

Enjoy.

Can YOU find all 5 Simpson Family Members?

You are looking for Marge, Bart, Maggie, Lisa & Homer! Good Luck! They're all there~
(Click on picture to enlarge)

To know me is to know I LOVE puzzles!!! And fun games!

Girl Talk ~

OK

I had a conversation recently with a girlfriend. It was about SEX. She's in a rut. No interest, no desire.... zippo. So, we chatted a bit about it. I gave her very little advise. Only a few ideas. I wasn't sure where to go with it.....

Now, I will touch on it. Since I know she visits my blog on a daily basis - I will share with her, and anyone else who might be interested.

I will first say this. I am not a professional (lol. AND, what I say here, is my own personal opinion. It's just that. So, read on, if you choose to.

To my dearest Friend........
Here's what I think you should do. K?
Accept yourself. Flaws and all.
Love yourself. Talk sweet to yourself. Practice this, over and over again. In private. While your alone. In the shower, for instance. (That is where I like to do this.) :) Pick out a few things about your body that you love, and acknowledge them. Compliment yourself. I know, seems fruity. BUT Try it.
Be sweet to yourself.
Condition your skin... shave it. ALL of it. Try something new.
Use lotion.
Use powder...
Put on some new make-up.
Do something for you, every morning. Even if you're busy with kids, etc......
Smile more
Dance to music, naked. Be proud of what you've got, and how far you've come in life.
And then...
Get to know your body in more of a personal manner. :)
find 5 minutes to relax, and enjoy yourself.
I know... it can be uncomfortable to do this, if you normally don't. BUT, I believe that if you can be completely in tune with yourself, and what makes you feel good, and what turns you on... YOU will want to share that - and let me tell you.... HE WILL BE TURNED ON!!! Sharing is so important. AND, you will both benefit from it.
Imagine this.... HE comes home from work. YOU whisper in his ear how you've spent time pleasuring yourself, thinking about him. Well, don't you think that would get him going?? And of course, he'd be very responsive... in a sexy way. Try it!!! YOU have to start somewhere....
It's great. Sexy... fun. Anything new & exciting for you two would open doors to so much. You know how much he loves you. YOU know how much he WANTS you. Let him in. But first, you have to let that sexy girl out..... and accept her. Accept that it's OK to be sexy and fun.

Make sense?????

Send me a msg... when you read this. So I know you've been here.

Happy Thursday!!!!

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Happy Thursday!!!!!!!

Tip for the day: Love one Another. :)

Today is going to be a good day! Nothing is going to bring me down!!! AND, I'm going to begin to spice this blog up a little. SO, when it happens - if you can't take it, don't read it!!!!! :P I'm going to give MY own personal opinion on issues like SEX, POLITICS, what ever I please. Because this is my own personal space!!!! So, if any of this makes you uncomfortable - hit the back button. lol

Oh, Happy Thursday!!!!!!!!!!!!!



:)

My day.....





Calgon, take me away!!!!!!!


I am ready for this day to be over!!! Well, this day at work. What a crappy day!!

Btw... Did you ever wish you could just say exactly what was on your mind??? To whom ever.... I mean it. Just tell it like it is????? Someday!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
:P

I could use a break! I could use a massage, or something like that :)

Tomorrow is Thursday. I've almost made it to 1/2 day Friday!!!! Oh, and Friday I get to see my sweetie pie Julie!!! I Miss her!!!!! Oh, how fun!!! Can't wait to see her!!!!!

I'm not even going to bother posting right now. I'm just so completely bogged down in the head.

xXOo

Happy HUMP Day!

Yes, this picture is a repost. It's one of my favorite's!

Happy Hump day.

Right now, I have nothing to say.

Happy Tuesday!

Good Morning! And, Happy Tuesday!

Last night was a LATE night!!! We didn't get home from the Hospital until after Midnight. It was a long night at Saint Mary's!

We left with the X-rays of a Fractured ankle, and a child in a temporary cast with crutches. Much like the scene just 2 years ago!!! Same child,same ankle..... :P

This morning we went to the BONE doctor. He was very funny! :) He had us both laughing a lot. However, he did not agree with the X-rays. He informed us that it's a bad sprain, which is sometimes more painful than a break. BUT, thankfully, no need for a full, permanent cast! Yippie!!!! Just a lot of TLC, and rest. I'm glad it's not broken.

Like the pictures? lol! You know, I don't plan on taking pictures each and every place I go. What happens is this. I keep my camera in my purse at all times. When I'm somewhere, I think about the fact that I will never re-live the moment again. So, I grab the camera and take some quick pictures. LOL@ Us with the camera out in the ER. The staff must have thought we were a little nutty. Well, I guess we are. I know I AM. :) But, I won't let another moment pass me by, without trying to capture it - it means something. And it reminds me where I've been. And how precious every moment can be. (CORNY!!!) but, true....... try it, you might like it!

Someone Special is Coming home EARLY!

My little munchkin girl is coming home tonight. Seems she really hurt herself, and needs to be checked out. Two years ago, she broke her right ankle. Now, she's hurt her left ankle! Poor baby. Lisa and Scott are taking such good care of her. BUT, there's no place like home when you're feeling bad. Scott will bring her home tonight, and I'll see what we need to do. Seems like yesterday I was in the ER with her because of her right leg. Poor kiddo! But, her little spirits are good. We were laughing together on the phone. She's me, just in a smaller and younger mind and body. It honestly cracks me up how much we're alike. And I know she's tough to deal with sometimes. Just like me. Brooke and Mommy - two peas in a pod.

And Brandon. He's coming home tonight, too. We'll all be together again. Confession: I really do miss my kids. I'll be happy to see them. I feel like I haven't seen them or talked to them in so long.

I can't wait for our family vacation. I just cannot wait~

Happy Monday!

Good Morning, and Happy Monday!

Wishing you a happy day, full of smiles and good feelings!!!!

Before I forget... I have to rewind a bit..... Friday's Weigh in. YUCK!! BLEAH!!! For the first time since I've started this program, the scale moved up!!! OK, so maybe it wasn't the best time for me to get on the scale (due to female reasons), but still..... UGH! :P lol... NO, I'm not giving up over a silly little thing like that! I'm just going to work on this program that much more, this week! :) Wish me luck. It's not so easy, believe me. After doing this for so long, you do feel a little burnt out on it. And, the motivation isn't at an all time high. So, this is the toughest time.... trying to keep on track.


My weekend. Yes, it was nice. My life is so busy. I have to run run run all the time. When I met my hubby, he never stopped. I just wanted to relax, and stay close to home. Well, we can easily drive each other crazy with such different feelings about how to spend our time. (lol). So, this weekend was awesome. He got to run run run, BUT we were able to relax, also. Nice compromise. Good place to be. It was really fun.
I honestly believe that I'm supposed to live out there, at some point in my life. I just love the way I feel when I'm out there. I really can't even explain it. However, I think now is not the time. Maybe someday. Maybe when the kids are all grown up, and out of College. Who knows. But, I do see myself somewhere peaceful like that. In a big Log Home or something. Cozy... looking out to the mountains, or at a beautiful Lake. Maybe I'm just a dreamer....... Who knows what the future will bring.

Well, I better get to work. I have so much to do.

Happy day.

Check Out My First Photo Movie! Turn up The volume!

I worked very hard on this!!! You will find my video in 2 places on my blog. That's because I am SO excited that I learned something new!!! I made a video from my photo's!!! YIPPIE!!!!!
Check it out! Tell me what you think!! It's no big deal, but it's huge to me!!! :)

Wilkes-Barre was absolutely gorgeous. The Hotel was on top of a small Mountain. It was incredible.

In my video clip, you'll see pictures of things along the way. Even a little chipmunk we met on the grounds of the Hotel. It was peaceful..... fresh.... and so pretty. I'll post more tomorrow morning. Nice time!

Happy Father's Day! Happy Sunday!

And, OFF WE GO!!!!

And so, plans are set!

Going to the Pocono's this weekend. Looking forward to it. Fresh Air, beautiful views, and everything will be new to our eyes!

Hubby and I will go to Wilkes-Barre. We've never been there before. We've been to the Pocono's quite a few times, but not this area. SO, a new adventure for us!!!!

I booked at a Mountain Side Resort, so I hope to get some good, fresh air! Oh, and I will pack the swim suit! There's a hot tub & a swimming pool! We'll see how it goes..... I've been a little nervous about the swim suit thing. lol.

Well... this weekend is truly a mystery! A new adventure!!!! Fingers crossed that it will be a great time. It's all what you make of it. Right? :)

30 minutes until "weigh in" *screams
Not a good time for me to be getting on the scale.... Oh, to be a woman!

:P


Have a glorious weekend! Oh, packing the video camera!! Maybe I'll test my movie skills out. I should, now that I know how to post videos on my site!

Until later. Adios!

It's Friday!

It's also "Weigh In" day! *gulp......

Since I am not so sure about what the results will be today, I am wearing the lightest weight skirt I own. lol!!! And a thin, light tank top. Of course, since I'm a work, I have a jacket on. BUT it's coming off when I climb up on the scale!!!!!! :)

About last night. It was OK. I felt a little out of place. Yes, me. I was quiet - Everyone was really nice, and I've known all of them for a long time. I just felt "blah". I did enjoy a beautiful Pina Colada. It was so pretty. And the fruit was made into a parrot. Being that the Restaurant was owned by Jimmy Buffet. And, the Island Style band was really pleasant to listen to. It was cool. I just wasn't feeling well. I'm sure it was just me.

Well, that's about it for me, for now. I need to wake up..... and get with the program.


HAPPY FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!

Thursday Night ~ Out with some friends for Dinner

Just a note...

If I ever decide to stop blogging my own personal life and history on here.... I will read this message, and remember to keep on going.

SOMEBODY told me today that my blog made a huge impact on them, and their life. Well.... that was so awesome to hear. I feel so good about that. It makes it all worth it, right there.

All I hope for, is that I can make a difference in this world..... In this life that we're all living..... Seems, maybe I have. Cool. :)

Hey, (you know who you are)... thanks for sharing good stuff with me. :) You know I'd do anything for a friend.

Oh, plus, if I didn't blog... I'd be going crazy! I have so much to let out of this silly head of mine. And, seems this is the place to do it these days.

HAPPY FLAG DAY!

Where did this Celebration come from???
Well........................

In the United States, Flag Day (more formally, National Flag Day) is celebrated on June 14. It commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States, which happened that day by resolution of the Second Continental Congress in 1777.

**Compliments of Wikipedia. :)

This Weekend !!!!

This weekend I plan on taking vidoes, and lots of pictures!!!!! NOW...... I just have to come up with some place fun to go... and something fun to do!!!!

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

But, the weather will be gorgeous! SO, I intend on taking outside pics!!! Fun fun fun .... in the sun!

Good Morning Beautiful World

Happy Thursday ~

So....... Last night. We went to Burger King for Dinner. Why BK????? Well, they have a VERY delicious Grilled Chicken Salad. :) And I am still very focused on my program. SO, BK works well for me, and the rest of the family. ANYWAY.... when we arrived, the entire place was filled up with a group of kids that were on some type of school trip. It was fascinating. The kids were from a School for the Deaf. Well, my children were trying not to stare, but they were really interested in the interactions these kids had with each other. The way they communicate. It was awesome. What a nice experience. We talked about how well they communicate with one another, and how important their eyes and hands are, for them. It was really nice to see them all together. It must make life so much easier when they are in their group. When they're out there in the hearing part of the world, It must be quite a challenge at times. Bottom line...... I was very impressed with them all. It was really nice.
And, it makes me feel blessed. Even a touch more, than before I walked into BK.......

We went to Mom and Dad's house, afterwards. We had a nice visit. It's been a long time since we've been there. And they only live about 4 miles away. One more thing to put on my "to do" list in life.... Spend more time with family.

Hmmmmm... what else... I Did check in with Donna and Michelle. They're doing well. Or, as well as can be expected. Again, one more reason to feel grateful for my life........

Oh well. I am feeling a bit under the weather today. I hope I feel better tonight. There's a big Birthday Celebration at "Cheeseburger in Paradise" for our friend Alison. I'm not so much in the mood.... plus, I don't feel so Skippy.

I'll be back. I have a lot in my head. Perhaps I'll feel motivated to post a whole bunch today.... If I have the time! :)

They say it takes a minute to find
a special person,
an hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them,
but an entire lifetime to forget them.

Music

Music is such a huge part of my life. Is that normal? When I say this, I am talking about songs, and the words, and the meanings, and how it makes us feel.

Funny.... I was really down last night. A song came on that made me feel better. For that moment. It's amazing to me how that works. I was in a public place, and the song was loud and clear. As if it were playing just for me. And, I felt peaceful. It was nice.

Just now, in my office. This song came on again. It's not even one of those songs you hear on the radio all the time. Is this a strange coincidence? That it plays randomly when I feel blue.... or, is that I just happen to notice it playing when I feel sad... Just a random thought.

When I'm in a great, happy mood, the music I love to listen to is very fun & upbeat. AND, when it's warm out, and I have the top down on my car, I LOVE when reggae comes on (rare, but a fun treat). It makes me have daydreams of going on a tropical vacation.... and it makes me think about my Cruise last year. And the one I'm taking next month.

Music. It brings so many memories to the surface. It's so powerful.