It always feels weird to walk into a place with my dog and walk out with just a leash and collar. Titan is having a minor surgery today to remove a growth from his paw. Officially, it's a tumor, but nothing serious. The vet said that if it wasn't in such place that it was aggitating to Titan, he would probably just recommend ignoring it.
I know he'll be fine, but I've gotten used to having Titan with me at work and home, and it feels lonely without him here begging to go out and play. Thankfully, I'll be able to go pick him up at 3pm. Though at that time he won't be up for playing much because he'll have a bandaged paw and probably still will be a little drugged.
UPDATE:
Titan has returned to me! He is currently sleeping peacefully here in my office with me. He was such a good patient.
Tuesday, March 06, 2007
Becoming cultured...
My sister, niece, and I all went to see Swan Lake last night at The Fox in Atlanta. My niece is really into dancing, so that's why we wanted to take her. She is so cute, she drew a picture of a grown up dancer and a baby dancer on a piece of paper, and she brought it with her in the van, and my sister didn't even know she had it until they were already on the road. My niece said she drew it to give to a dancer and she held onto that drawing until the ballet was over. We went to one of the ushers and asked her if she could give it to one of the dancers, and she said that she would MAKE SURE that it got into the hands of one of the dancers. I love it when people validate children and their hearts.
My niece was SO WELL behaved the entire evening. She was full of questions at the beginning of the performance, until finally my sister told her to just listen because she was afraid they would disturb people sitting around us. (We were on the second row, so we all had a close-up view. Even so, the people next to me were using binoculars!) My niece was quite disturbed by the fact that there was a queen with no king in the story. She ended up zonking out shortly after the intermission. She looked so cute curled up in that seat.
Any way you look at it, the night was a success. And I certainly feel more cultured from having gone.
My niece was SO WELL behaved the entire evening. She was full of questions at the beginning of the performance, until finally my sister told her to just listen because she was afraid they would disturb people sitting around us. (We were on the second row, so we all had a close-up view. Even so, the people next to me were using binoculars!) My niece was quite disturbed by the fact that there was a queen with no king in the story. She ended up zonking out shortly after the intermission. She looked so cute curled up in that seat.
Any way you look at it, the night was a success. And I certainly feel more cultured from having gone.
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Family
I have such a beautiful family. We have everyone in town this weekend to celebrate some birthdays.
Mom has a new pond/fountain in her backyard, so today we loaded everyone up into three vehicles and caravaned to Petsmart to buy some goldfish to put in it. It was so much fun to go to the store, and we got 22 fish! We hope that maybe 3 or 4 of them will survive. I loved the scene of seeing my family all gathered around the pond watching the fish and just enjoying a beautiful day outside. I hope we get to do this more often now that the weather is starting to cooperate more.
After fish shopping we all went to eat at Chipotle. Man, that was an adventure. We had four children, all 4 and under, and eight adults (4 generations present). I love being in a big family. At suppertime at home we had the four children and ten adults. We somehow managed to fit all of us around the dining room table with the kiddies at a little make-shift kids' table near the two mommies. My two oldest sisters are pregnant, so by the end of this year it will be up to 6 children! What a blast that will be!
It's interesting to think how just 5 years ago when all my sisters and I would get together how the dynamics are so different now that the family has grown in number and maturity. I know that I've experienced a lot in the last five years since I graduated from college that has made me grow up a lot, as well as my sisters. Two became mommies and the other experienced a total life-change by way of changing her career path. It just blows my mind how much we've changed in such a short time. I'm very proud of us all.
A funny thing is that since the older two sisters were married, they used to hold it over the younger two sisters' heads to push us to get married (just a tease, of course!). We then had the retaliation of asking when they were going to start having children, but now that they are both working on child number THREE, my third sister and I are losing a lot of ground for comebacks here! I guess we're both just gonna have to get a move on to finding husbands...ahem.
To those in my family that read this...I love you, and I'm proud to call you my family.
Mom has a new pond/fountain in her backyard, so today we loaded everyone up into three vehicles and caravaned to Petsmart to buy some goldfish to put in it. It was so much fun to go to the store, and we got 22 fish! We hope that maybe 3 or 4 of them will survive. I loved the scene of seeing my family all gathered around the pond watching the fish and just enjoying a beautiful day outside. I hope we get to do this more often now that the weather is starting to cooperate more.
After fish shopping we all went to eat at Chipotle. Man, that was an adventure. We had four children, all 4 and under, and eight adults (4 generations present). I love being in a big family. At suppertime at home we had the four children and ten adults. We somehow managed to fit all of us around the dining room table with the kiddies at a little make-shift kids' table near the two mommies. My two oldest sisters are pregnant, so by the end of this year it will be up to 6 children! What a blast that will be!
It's interesting to think how just 5 years ago when all my sisters and I would get together how the dynamics are so different now that the family has grown in number and maturity. I know that I've experienced a lot in the last five years since I graduated from college that has made me grow up a lot, as well as my sisters. Two became mommies and the other experienced a total life-change by way of changing her career path. It just blows my mind how much we've changed in such a short time. I'm very proud of us all.
A funny thing is that since the older two sisters were married, they used to hold it over the younger two sisters' heads to push us to get married (just a tease, of course!). We then had the retaliation of asking when they were going to start having children, but now that they are both working on child number THREE, my third sister and I are losing a lot of ground for comebacks here! I guess we're both just gonna have to get a move on to finding husbands...ahem.
To those in my family that read this...I love you, and I'm proud to call you my family.
Friday, February 16, 2007
:)
I just want to say I love being an aunt! My nephews and nieces are the most awesome I could ever desire.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Sunday, February 11, 2007
Yawn!
Oh, man, I am so tired today. To the person responsible...I had a blast, let's do it again some time...
It was decided that from now on, Nate's new ride is to be referred to as "The Pimpmobile". haha.
I am SO ready for some riding weather. Hopefully it won't be long now.
My niece turned THREE yesterday! She is such a sweetheart and is growing up to be such a beautiful little girl. I'm very proud of her. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Darling!
It was decided that from now on, Nate's new ride is to be referred to as "The Pimpmobile". haha.
I am SO ready for some riding weather. Hopefully it won't be long now.
My niece turned THREE yesterday! She is such a sweetheart and is growing up to be such a beautiful little girl. I'm very proud of her. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, Darling!
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Sunday, February 04, 2007
Superbowl commercial
Thus far I'd have to say that the Taco Bell commercial with the lions would be my favorite. What's your vote?
Friday, February 02, 2007
New blogger on board!
My bestest friend has decided to join the blogosphere ranks...yay!! She's a wonderful gal, and if she's patient enough to put up with me, then she's certainly welcome here.
Boys, be nice!
http://igotfriendsinlowplaces.blogspot.com
Boys, be nice!
http://igotfriendsinlowplaces.blogspot.com
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
a debate of sorts...
I'm having a debate of some sorts. Some people say I'm blonde, others say I'm brunette. Which is it? Please refer to picture below...
Saturday, January 27, 2007
Kiddie gifts...
Whiskey Girl and I got Fisher-Price Kid Tough digital cameras for the nieces and nephews these past holidays. Man, those things are awesome! I've yet to see my nephews with theirs, but my nieces LOVE it. The younger, almost 3 years old, will walk 10 steps, take a picture, walk 10 steps, take a picture, and continue on until the memory is full. It's so interesting to see the pictures that she takes from her perspective. Her pictures are level with the tabletop, rather than seeing the rest of the room. She likes to take pictures of her toys and the dogs, particulary Titan's tail! As soon as I get my hands on some of their pics, I'll post some.
Monday, January 08, 2007
Friday, January 05, 2007
Grr...
So apparently my dog was busy while I was out today...he ate 5 dark chocolate Hershey's bars, 4 pieces of gum, and 2 Tylenol Allergy pills...AND half of those wrappers are missing.
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Happy New Year!
Here's to a new beginning of a new year! I hope this one is even better than the last.
Tuesday, December 26, 2006
Merry Christmas!
Sorry I'm a day late, but I didn't have internet access on Christmas day, which is the way it should be. My dog and I camped out in front of a REAL fire in a house in the mountains and enjoyed the company of family. We had steaks for Christmas dinner, it was great. We played some Scrabbit and put together a puzzle of the Tybee Island lighthouse.
Here's something funny...we couldn't find our stockings so we had Christmas baskets this year...oh well, at least Santa still came!
Merry Christmas, y'all!
Here's something funny...we couldn't find our stockings so we had Christmas baskets this year...oh well, at least Santa still came!
Merry Christmas, y'all!
Sunday, December 17, 2006
So this is what happens to bored people...
Place an X by all the things you've done, or remove the X from the ones you have not. This is for your entire life!
1. ( ) Smoked a cigarette
2. ( ) Drank so much you threw up
3. (x) Had feelings for someone who didn't have them back (not since high school)
4. ( ) Been arrested
5. (x) Gone on a blind date
6. ( ) Skipped school
7. ( )Watched someone die
8. ( ) Been to Canada
9. (x) Been to Florida
10. (x) Been to Mexico
11. (x) Been on a plane
12. (x) Been lost (Mom lost me in Gatlinburg when I was a child)
13. (x) Been on the opposite side of the country
14. (x) Gone to Washington, DC
15. (x) Swam or waded in the ocean
What happened to 16??
17. ( ) Cried yourself to sleep
18. ( ) Played cops and robbers...
19. ( ) Recently colored with crayons.
20. ( ) Sang karaoke
21. (x) Paid for a meal with only coins
22. (x) Done something you told yourself you wouldn't?
23. (x) Made prank phone calls (I did in junior high, and I sucked, mainly 'cause the kid's mom answered and I told her who I was! stupid! stupid! stupid! I hadn't caught on to the concept, I guess)
24. (x) Laughed until some kind of beverage came out of your nose
25. (x) Caught a snowflake on your tongue
26. (x) Danced in the rain
27. (x) Written a letter to Santa Claus (It was a school assignment.)
28. ( ) Been kissed under the mistletoe
29. ( ) Watched the sun rise with someone you care about
30. (x) Blown bubbles
31. ( ) Made a bonfire on the beach
32. ( ) Crashed a party
33. (x) Gone roller-skating
34. (x) Ice-skating
35. Any nicknames? Darlin, Joyous
37. Mother's name? Jean
38. Favorite drink? sweet mint iced tea
39. Tattoo? no
40. Body piercing? Yes - but only ears
41. How much do you love your job, from 1-10? 6
42. Birthplace: Murfreesboro, TN
43. Favorite vacation spot? anywhere away
44. Ever been to Africa? No
45. Ever eaten cookies for dinner? Yes
46. Ever been on TV? No
47. Ever steal any traffic signs? No
48. Ever been in a car accident? yes
49. 2 Door or 4 Door? 4 door
50. Salad dressing? honey mustard
51. Favorite pie? pecan
52. Favorite number? 7
53. Favorite movie? My Fair Lady
54. Favorite dessert? cake blended with cookies-n-cream ice cream
55. Favorite food? Southern
56. Favorite day of the week? Saturday
57. Favorite brand of body soap? Dove
58. Favorite tooth paste? Crest
59. What time is it now? 10:43pm
60. Favorite smell? Bob's Flowershop Candle scent
62. What do you do to relax? watch TV
63. How do you see yourself in 10 years? No clue, but ten years ago I thought I'd be living in Colombia today, so I've resigned myself to not knowing.
64. What do you do when you are bored? Respond to questionairres such as this...hehe
1. ( ) Smoked a cigarette
2. ( ) Drank so much you threw up
3. (x) Had feelings for someone who didn't have them back (not since high school)
4. ( ) Been arrested
5. (x) Gone on a blind date
6. ( ) Skipped school
7. ( )Watched someone die
8. ( ) Been to Canada
9. (x) Been to Florida
10. (x) Been to Mexico
11. (x) Been on a plane
12. (x) Been lost (Mom lost me in Gatlinburg when I was a child)
13. (x) Been on the opposite side of the country
14. (x) Gone to Washington, DC
15. (x) Swam or waded in the ocean
What happened to 16??
17. ( ) Cried yourself to sleep
18. ( ) Played cops and robbers...
19. ( ) Recently colored with crayons.
20. ( ) Sang karaoke
21. (x) Paid for a meal with only coins
22. (x) Done something you told yourself you wouldn't?
23. (x) Made prank phone calls (I did in junior high, and I sucked, mainly 'cause the kid's mom answered and I told her who I was! stupid! stupid! stupid! I hadn't caught on to the concept, I guess)
24. (x) Laughed until some kind of beverage came out of your nose
25. (x) Caught a snowflake on your tongue
26. (x) Danced in the rain
27. (x) Written a letter to Santa Claus (It was a school assignment.)
28. ( ) Been kissed under the mistletoe
29. ( ) Watched the sun rise with someone you care about
30. (x) Blown bubbles
31. ( ) Made a bonfire on the beach
32. ( ) Crashed a party
33. (x) Gone roller-skating
34. (x) Ice-skating
35. Any nicknames? Darlin, Joyous
37. Mother's name? Jean
38. Favorite drink? sweet mint iced tea
39. Tattoo? no
40. Body piercing? Yes - but only ears
41. How much do you love your job, from 1-10? 6
42. Birthplace: Murfreesboro, TN
43. Favorite vacation spot? anywhere away
44. Ever been to Africa? No
45. Ever eaten cookies for dinner? Yes
46. Ever been on TV? No
47. Ever steal any traffic signs? No
48. Ever been in a car accident? yes
49. 2 Door or 4 Door? 4 door
50. Salad dressing? honey mustard
51. Favorite pie? pecan
52. Favorite number? 7
53. Favorite movie? My Fair Lady
54. Favorite dessert? cake blended with cookies-n-cream ice cream
55. Favorite food? Southern
56. Favorite day of the week? Saturday
57. Favorite brand of body soap? Dove
58. Favorite tooth paste? Crest
59. What time is it now? 10:43pm
60. Favorite smell? Bob's Flowershop Candle scent
62. What do you do to relax? watch TV
63. How do you see yourself in 10 years? No clue, but ten years ago I thought I'd be living in Colombia today, so I've resigned myself to not knowing.
64. What do you do when you are bored? Respond to questionairres such as this...hehe
Monday, December 04, 2006
I hate it when this happens...
I woke up this morning, flipped on the tv, and all the cable channels had been rearranged. I feel so disoriented! I go to what should be USA and it's SciFi. Very irritating. Maybe this can be attributed to my bad day today.
Thursday, November 23, 2006
Turkey Day!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Though I had porkchops and ham instead of turkey, it has been a decently good day.
Hope y'all's has been good.
Though I had porkchops and ham instead of turkey, it has been a decently good day.
Hope y'all's has been good.
Monday, October 30, 2006
Moral dilemma...
Ok, how many of you Christians out there don't celebrate Halloween? How many of you do?
I was raised trick-or-treating, then one year, after I was in Junior High, my family learned some of the history of Halloween, and we stopped celebrating it. No more trick-or-treating, no more costumes, no more rolling houses, no more Jack-o-lanterns, no more popcorn balls, and no more Halloween parties. I didn't mind this all that much 'cause I was getting too old for all that anyhow. But now is where my dilemma comes to play...
Do I continue to not celebrate Halloween by handing out candy? Or do I join in the community fun Halloween night and pass out cavities to all the young'uns? I don't see how much of anything about Halloween that celebrates God's character, other than God just likes to have fun. I think I've decided to go ahead and hand out the candy. I've already bought the candy and this awesome bowl to pass it out with. I guess I'm just sort of leaning towards just handing out the candy, but not going all out with decor and whatnot.
Let me tell you about this bowl. I walked by it in Kroger, and it called to me...literally. It said, "Want some candy?" It's got a mechanical hand that sticks up the middle of the bowl and it grabs for your hand whenever you reach in for the candy. It scared me as I walked by, as it is motion activated. It scared me again as I reached in to see it work again. It scared me again as I walked with it in my cart. It scared me again as it was in a plastic sack and I set it in the back of my Rodeo and the sack moved. If it hadn't been so successful at scaring me, I wouldn't have bought it...hehe. When I got back to the house, I set the sack on the counter and told my sister to go see what I bought...she jumped. I love this bowl.
Anyhow...y'all have a safe and fun Halloween!
I was raised trick-or-treating, then one year, after I was in Junior High, my family learned some of the history of Halloween, and we stopped celebrating it. No more trick-or-treating, no more costumes, no more rolling houses, no more Jack-o-lanterns, no more popcorn balls, and no more Halloween parties. I didn't mind this all that much 'cause I was getting too old for all that anyhow. But now is where my dilemma comes to play...
Do I continue to not celebrate Halloween by handing out candy? Or do I join in the community fun Halloween night and pass out cavities to all the young'uns? I don't see how much of anything about Halloween that celebrates God's character, other than God just likes to have fun. I think I've decided to go ahead and hand out the candy. I've already bought the candy and this awesome bowl to pass it out with. I guess I'm just sort of leaning towards just handing out the candy, but not going all out with decor and whatnot.
Let me tell you about this bowl. I walked by it in Kroger, and it called to me...literally. It said, "Want some candy?" It's got a mechanical hand that sticks up the middle of the bowl and it grabs for your hand whenever you reach in for the candy. It scared me as I walked by, as it is motion activated. It scared me again as I reached in to see it work again. It scared me again as I walked with it in my cart. It scared me again as it was in a plastic sack and I set it in the back of my Rodeo and the sack moved. If it hadn't been so successful at scaring me, I wouldn't have bought it...hehe. When I got back to the house, I set the sack on the counter and told my sister to go see what I bought...she jumped. I love this bowl.
Anyhow...y'all have a safe and fun Halloween!
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Happy Birthday...
to Titan!!! He is now 4 years old!! That's 28 in human years...he's now officially older than I am. I'm so glad to have him with me. He's such a good dog...just ask Nate!
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