Lists...

Someone suggested that I make a list of things I would like to accomplish, see, or do before I turn 40. Not possible. Time does not allow... and time, is the boss on this one. Without a doubt.

So, I have simply been dreading the thought of turning 40. It has really weighed heavy on me, for quite some time. I've smiled, and taken the whole thing lightly - on the outside. But, it does burn a little more than I'd like to admit. So, I'm admitting it now.... The thought is driving me crazy!

Well, to make it fun, I've decided that I am going to make a list. NOT about what I want to do, or accomplish, or see.... Rather, all of the wonderful things I've done already. It's absolutely what has made me the ALMOST 40 year old woman that I am today.

Silly, huh? I don't know. Maybe. But, isn't this something I am doing for me? Of course!!!! And so.... my fun little project will be created and posted before the day I turn 40. :) :) It's a good way for me to embrace, and enjoy the part of my life I have lived - fun fun fun!

Stay tuned!

Happy Monday

You'll never guess who spent the weekend with us! Let me tell ya...

Friday. Went to work, had a terribly stressful day. So, I decided it would be a nice idea if I went shopping and to Dinner with my girls. :) So, I did just that. Along with that, I managed to get my nails done. It was nice! And, the girls had a great time shopping. They are so sweet and adorable. It was just what I needed. Being with them always makes me feel good. Really. It was such a pleasant evening. :):)

So, who came to stay??? Normal! Yep! Totally caught me by surprise! I woke up on Saturday morning and there it was. Oh! This can't be!!! Normal??? Is that you???? Yes.... and guess who followed close behind? Peace!!! wow... it's been awhile since I've seen either of them! I was just as thrilled as I could be! Normal and Peace - in the same place, at the same time!!!! So, knowing they were settling in for at least the day, I figured I wanted to make the best of their visit. :)

Saturday. We spent the day enjoying each other. Me, hubby, Brooke and Lindsey ran out for a bit. We did a little shopping, and ended our shopping trip with a nice, hot dunkin donuts hot chocolate. YUM!

We had hot wings for dinner. By that time, Brandon had come home from his sleep over at Justin's. After dinner, we played a couple of board games, got in our comfy's, and just relaxed. Just us, and our friends, normal, and peaceful. Happiness heard that we were all together, so we ended up moving over, and inviting it in! So, there we were... And it was really good stuff.

Sunday. The laundry monster came on over. lol! So, there I stood... Tide in hand! Ready to attack! :) And, I did. It was great. Between me, my Tide, and my Downey... we kicked ass!!!! It was awesome. What a great accomplishment! lol (seriously).

And, last night before I fell asleep - I prayed that Normal, Peace, and Happiness would stay with us. At least for as long as they could. I appreciate them all so much. And yeah... sometimes I think I take them for granted. Because when they go away, I really miss them.......

Happy Monday. Indeed.

:)

When I arrived to work this morning I received some really sad new from my Mom.

My Uncle passed away over the weekend.

He had to be one of the dearest, sweetest, soft hearted human beings I have ever known. What a gentle soul........

What a shock.

He'd fallen, and hit his head. Never to recover. :(

Life is short, and very unpredictable.