Ok - It is the 29th of December, 2011. I am going to try a new challenge - The ABC's of Me.
Anyone have any links for that? Or does anyone want to play along?
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Being Thankful
As we get into the fall, and the holiday time, I find myself being thankful for so many things. I have been reading a LOT of other blogs, and found something on Kathy Osmond's blog that I thought was worthy of re-posting here.
This post has made me think of my troubles, and how I can turn them into blessings. I am trying to embrace my new challenges, and be thankful for my mistakes. This is NOT an easy task.
But that is what reflection and proper attitude adjustments (butt kicking lessons) are all about!
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
Amy
Be thankful that you don’t already have everything you desire.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don’t know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
If you did, what would there be to look forward to?
Be thankful when you don’t know something,
for it gives you the opportunity to learn.
Be thankful for the difficult times.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
During those times you grow.
Be thankful for your limitations,
because they give you opportunities for improvement.
Be thankful for each new challenge,
because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach
you valuable lessons.
because it will build your strength and character.
Be thankful for your mistakes. They will teach
you valuable lessons.
Be thankful when you’re tired and weary,
because it means you’ve made a difference.
It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.
because it means you’ve made a difference.
It’s easy to be thankful for the good things.
A life of rich fulfillment comes to those who
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
are also thankful for the setbacks.
Gratitude can turn a negative into a positive.
Find a way to be thankful for your troubles,
and they can become your blessings.
and they can become your blessings.
By Unknown
But that is what reflection and proper attitude adjustments (butt kicking lessons) are all about!
Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!
Amy
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 30
First I can't believe that I have actually completed this challenge! I took a bit longer than the 30 days, but I am still finishing it.
Thanks for following me for the month. I WILL be continuing on with other randomness!
Day 30- A dream for the future beyond the next year…think long term
You don’t have life if you don’t have a dream. You have to have something to aim for. ~ Morgan Freeman
A Dream for the future. Wow. Ok - This is NOT a bucket list, but just dreams/goals.
Thanks for following me for the month. I WILL be continuing on with other randomness!
Day 30- A dream for the future beyond the next year…think long term
You don’t have life if you don’t have a dream. You have to have something to aim for. ~ Morgan Freeman
A Dream for the future. Wow. Ok - This is NOT a bucket list, but just dreams/goals.
- I dream of being debt free. Right now there are 2 credit cards, the house, and a vehicle. Small list for me, since we have gotten rid of 3 other major expenses so far this year.
- I dream of a new refrigerator. Mine is starting to fall apart.
- I dream of getting into better shape. I am working on this too. (I know round is a shape, but I am looking for more of an hour glass!)
- I dream of future grandchildren. NOT saying I want them yet, but once the kids (all the kids) get some stability in their lives.
- I dream of an actual honeymoon with my Hubby. When we first got married it was a quick weekend because I was still in school. Now that we are older, I think we should take a week and do something just for a vacation/honeymoon.
- Eventually I hope to have enough clients to support all the testing, programs, and supplies for my business so that I don't have to use the cards mentioned above!
- Go on a cruise?
- Be healthy enough to hike the Grand Canyon
- Keep my home happy enough to have people over at any time with out the stress!
- To encourage others to dream THEIR dreams. Dreams are what makes the world work!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 29
Day 29- Who Has gotten you through the most?
That is the easiest answer yet. Mark.
That is the easiest answer yet. Mark.
Monday, November 7, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 28
Day 28- What’s in Your purse, backpack or computer bag?
Purse - 3 books, counted cross stitch, crochet cotton size 10, crochet hooks, small over the counter pharmacy including: qtips, meds, floss, toothpaste, and toothbrush. Hair brush, pony tail elastics, lip gloss, keys, my collection of key chains from all over, wet wipes, note pad, 13 pens, sticky notes, keys to a candy machine, change, 2 rolls of quarters, 3 nail polishes, and womens monthly supplies.
I also have a computer bag, it has: laptop, lap pad, files, printer, scanner, ink, pens, paper, paper clips, mouse, flash drives, sticky pads, energy bar, power converter, sign here sticky tabs, gum, and 4 small instant toothbrushes.
And the cell phone pouch I carry (NOT for the phone!) drivers license, credit cards, business cards, drink coupon, cash, and a pair of baby tweezers.
Purse - 3 books, counted cross stitch, crochet cotton size 10, crochet hooks, small over the counter pharmacy including: qtips, meds, floss, toothpaste, and toothbrush. Hair brush, pony tail elastics, lip gloss, keys, my collection of key chains from all over, wet wipes, note pad, 13 pens, sticky notes, keys to a candy machine, change, 2 rolls of quarters, 3 nail polishes, and womens monthly supplies.
I also have a computer bag, it has: laptop, lap pad, files, printer, scanner, ink, pens, paper, paper clips, mouse, flash drives, sticky pads, energy bar, power converter, sign here sticky tabs, gum, and 4 small instant toothbrushes.
And the cell phone pouch I carry (NOT for the phone!) drivers license, credit cards, business cards, drink coupon, cash, and a pair of baby tweezers.
Sunday, November 6, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 27
Day 27- Worst Habit
Bad habits = obsessing about perfection to the point it becomes painful, not realizing when I've said too much, procrastination. I'm sure there's more, but that's enough for right now.
Bad habits = obsessing about perfection to the point it becomes painful, not realizing when I've said too much, procrastination. I'm sure there's more, but that's enough for right now.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 26
Day 26- Favorite clothing store.
Well, since I am a bigger gal, my (affordable) stores are WalMart, Sears, JC Penny, and Lane Bryant (exclusively plus size and pretty clothing).
Well, since I am a bigger gal, my (affordable) stores are WalMart, Sears, JC Penny, and Lane Bryant (exclusively plus size and pretty clothing).
30 Days about Me:Day 25
Day 25- Who is/are your best friends?
Best friends - Hubby - The one person who has loved me unconditionally (besides parents). He has never stopped loving me even when I felt like I wasn't worthy. He holds me when I need it, lifts me up when I need, pushes me to be better when I don't feel like I can be. He tells me I am beautiful when I don't see it, he has accepted me with all my faults, and has NEVER tried to change me to suit his wants/image of perfect. I feel so privileged to be able to spend the rest of my days with this wonderful man.
Chuckie - My darling daughter Charlotte. She is a blessing in so many ways, and has taught me such strong lessons in others. I wish I could prevent the heartaches she will face, but she, like me, will learn the hard way. She is funny, moody, and vicious if provoked! She will defend her point till the cows come home if she thinks she is right. And she will make you melt with a great hug. She is a really good listener, and wont hesitate to give you her opinion. (They can be STRONG)
Gayle - I met Gayle at Snow College. She is a year younger than my mom, and despite the age difference, we hit it off. She is a very strong woman. She is a wife, mother and grandmother. She has experienced things no mother ever should, the loss of a child. She has taught me a lot, and shown me how valuable patience is.
Mom - She has been there through the toughest times, and through the best times. I know she has sacrificed for me, has gone through some of the toughest times I have ever thought of for me and my siblings. She is the one who hugged me close when my heart had been broken. She is the one who gave advice (wanted or not) that I should have learned from! She helped me when I couldn't walk after Jonathan was born, was the one who listened when I couldn't hear. She has prayed for me when she thought I wasn't going down the right path. She has used strong language to guide me, she has even used strong hands from time to time. There truly aren't enough words to tell about my mom.
Best friends - Hubby - The one person who has loved me unconditionally (besides parents). He has never stopped loving me even when I felt like I wasn't worthy. He holds me when I need it, lifts me up when I need, pushes me to be better when I don't feel like I can be. He tells me I am beautiful when I don't see it, he has accepted me with all my faults, and has NEVER tried to change me to suit his wants/image of perfect. I feel so privileged to be able to spend the rest of my days with this wonderful man.
Chuckie - My darling daughter Charlotte. She is a blessing in so many ways, and has taught me such strong lessons in others. I wish I could prevent the heartaches she will face, but she, like me, will learn the hard way. She is funny, moody, and vicious if provoked! She will defend her point till the cows come home if she thinks she is right. And she will make you melt with a great hug. She is a really good listener, and wont hesitate to give you her opinion. (They can be STRONG)
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| She was trying to keep them apart! Jon couldn't stop laughing, Nichelle played her part, but NEITHER of mine could control their laughter! |
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| Senior 2011 |
Gayle - I met Gayle at Snow College. She is a year younger than my mom, and despite the age difference, we hit it off. She is a very strong woman. She is a wife, mother and grandmother. She has experienced things no mother ever should, the loss of a child. She has taught me a lot, and shown me how valuable patience is.
Mom - She has been there through the toughest times, and through the best times. I know she has sacrificed for me, has gone through some of the toughest times I have ever thought of for me and my siblings. She is the one who hugged me close when my heart had been broken. She is the one who gave advice (wanted or not) that I should have learned from! She helped me when I couldn't walk after Jonathan was born, was the one who listened when I couldn't hear. She has prayed for me when she thought I wasn't going down the right path. She has used strong language to guide me, she has even used strong hands from time to time. There truly aren't enough words to tell about my mom.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 24
Day 24- Where You Live? Tell us or show us about where you live
I live in a beautiful small town in central Utah by the name of Fairview. No stop lights, most places shut down by 9 p.m. There is a bank (open till 1), a diner, a dairy freeze, and 2 gas stations. Here is a link to mapquest.
Fairview, Ut
The fun here happens during the 24th of July, (Pioneer Day - State holiday). There is the firemans wakeup at 6am where the firetrucks go around town and wake up the people. Then you have the fun run, a 5k at 6:30, and the firemans breakfast at the park at 7. This is where the firefighters cook pancakes, eggs and sausage and serve it for the towns people who will come out.
Then there are the parades. Little kids first, riding their bicycles or mini floats (wagons decorated to look like covered wagons) down state street.
Next comes the Mammoth parade - named because there was a wolly mammoth found up our canyon in 1985. A replica of it is in our museum.
http://sanpete.com/pages/fairview - here is a link describing more of Fairview and a picture of our Mammoth.
These are some pics of the last parade.
I live in a beautiful small town in central Utah by the name of Fairview. No stop lights, most places shut down by 9 p.m. There is a bank (open till 1), a diner, a dairy freeze, and 2 gas stations. Here is a link to mapquest.
Fairview, Ut
The fun here happens during the 24th of July, (Pioneer Day - State holiday). There is the firemans wakeup at 6am where the firetrucks go around town and wake up the people. Then you have the fun run, a 5k at 6:30, and the firemans breakfast at the park at 7. This is where the firefighters cook pancakes, eggs and sausage and serve it for the towns people who will come out.
Then there are the parades. Little kids first, riding their bicycles or mini floats (wagons decorated to look like covered wagons) down state street.
Next comes the Mammoth parade - named because there was a wolly mammoth found up our canyon in 1985. A replica of it is in our museum.
http://sanpete.com/pages/fairview - here is a link describing more of Fairview and a picture of our Mammoth.
These are some pics of the last parade.
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| The head just below the flag on the building is my Charlie playing her saxophone! |
Monday, October 24, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 23
Day 23- Something you love to watch on youtube (or better yet a youtube video of yourself)
Sorry - as far as I know there are NO youtube videos of me.
So, what do I like to watch on youtube?
Well lets see ...
Sorry - as far as I know there are NO youtube videos of me.
So, what do I like to watch on youtube?
Well lets see ...
- Music videos,
- Newsbusted,
- short things like the cute animal videos,
- Mark Day
- Jenna Marbles
- The history stuff is amazing
- random items that my hubby finds and there are SO many different opinions out there! (And a lot of $#^!)
30 Days about Me:Day 22
Day 22- Some of Your Favorite Websites
This may sound lame, but my favorites list reads like this:
This may sound lame, but my favorites list reads like this:
- Mid Utah Radio - Local radio stations
- IRS
- Utah Tax Commission
- Dept. of Prof. Licensing - those are all work related of course.
- Flylady - Soon to be no longer living in CHAOS (Can't Have Anyone Over Syndrome)
- MyFitnessPal - Online free calorie, weight loss tracker. (Downloadable app for phones)
- girl genius online - a great girl power webcomic
- Kawaii Not - cute gone bad. ALWAYS SAFE FOR WORK!
- Nickyitis - cute, some hit a little close to home.
- Dilbert - Our favorite office!
- Savage Chickens - A comic strip on a post it.
- the devil's panties - not satanic porn (there is language and content warnings from me on this one. Still safe for work most of the time.)
- Hulu - able to watch most tv and some movies here.
- Pogo - free online game site. HUGE time waster!
- MySpace - I am old school. BEFORE FaceBook.
- and last but not least is Blogger - There are so many I read, I am surprised I get any work done!
Saturday, October 22, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 21
Day 21- A recipe you love - Maker beware! It is fattening, and high in colesteral, but OHH so nummy!!
Corn Meal Bread
9 X 13 Pan, Bake - 325 degrees, 40 minutes
9 X 13 Pan, Bake - 325 degrees, 40 minutes
Ingredients - 3 C Milk
1 C Water
1 C Butter
2 C Sugar
2 C Corn Meal
12 Eggs
Directions - Combine milk, water, butter, sugar and corn meal in sauce pan. Cook mush till thick (looks like breakfast mush). Seperate the eggs. Add the yolks into the cooked mush mix. Beat the whites till they are stiff. FOLD stiff whites into mush mix. (I add the mush to the cake pan first. Its easier to fold in the whites.)
Bake for 40 minutes at 325. Allow to cool, slice and serve. My kids like to add butter, sugar, and or maple syrup to the top. *I reheat mine a tiny bit, so the butter melts a touch. Nothing more that a touch of butter for me.* (I don't WANT to know the calorie count!)
Friday, October 21, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 20
Day 20- Something you wished you could forget - I wish I could forget the time of my life when I wasn't a very good wife, mother, daughter, and all around person. No - I am not going into details.
I know I was a horrible person for a while. I learned some GREAT lessons because of this time in my life, so this is why I cannot forget it. I will use these lessons to become the better person I truly want to be.
I know I was a horrible person for a while. I learned some GREAT lessons because of this time in my life, so this is why I cannot forget it. I will use these lessons to become the better person I truly want to be.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 19
Day 19- A talent/hobby of yours
I haven't really considered myself as talented, but I can play the saxophone (I did through high school) and I can crochet. I have had projects win at the county fair. I would love to have the time to get a project to place at the state level.
Here are a few pics of items I have made.
Another hobby I have is collecting thimbles and miniature animals. I have almost the entire United States in thimbles (they have the name of the state on them). The animals are all about the size of the thimbles. some are a touch taller.
Lots to dust! Looks like I better get after that!
I haven't really considered myself as talented, but I can play the saxophone (I did through high school) and I can crochet. I have had projects win at the county fair. I would love to have the time to get a project to place at the state level.
Here are a few pics of items I have made.
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| The roses in the corner was HARD, so was the pineapples in the bottom. (I couldn't eat chocolate while doing either of them! LOL!) The greens in the top is folded in half, there are eight sections of white. Pattern is called Indian Blanket. THE most time consuming one is the buffalo in the bottom. I was using three scains of yarn at a time to get the plaid effect. |
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| These are my Thimbles. *And a few of my animals* |
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| These are some more animals. (and some of Mark's treasures) |
Lots to dust! Looks like I better get after that!
30 Days about Me:Day 18
Day 18- Wedding Talk
My wedding - My wedding was 22 years ago on the 13th, it was a Friday! No one had any catastrophic accidents that day, although there was a fight between Scott and Kimberly over car keys. Someone had cleaned off the counter, and the keys went into the trash can.
I wore my mother's wedding dress (the old), a friends hat (the borrowed), I think I had blue earings (I can't remember, and my hair covers them in the pictures), and for the new part it was the shoes.
My colors were peach and baby blue, both my mom and Marks made the dresses the sisters, and themselves are wearing. Maid of Honor - Kathryn Stevens, Best man - Scott Larsen (Mark's older brother).
Wedding cake was made by Aunt Wanda as our present. Beautiful crystal swans for the topper. It was really good cake too! I enjoyed it.
Looking back at the pictures, I cried because there are family members who are no longer here, Grandpa Sudweeks, Grandpa Larsen, Grandpa Lewis, Grandma Hall have all passed from this earth onto their next adventure hopefully without all the pain they were experiencing here.
I want that body back! I was so thin! At the time I was feeling rather big and I am sorry if I made anyone listen to the whine about weight at that time!
Well that was a fun trip down memory lane!
My wedding - My wedding was 22 years ago on the 13th, it was a Friday! No one had any catastrophic accidents that day, although there was a fight between Scott and Kimberly over car keys. Someone had cleaned off the counter, and the keys went into the trash can.
I wore my mother's wedding dress (the old), a friends hat (the borrowed), I think I had blue earings (I can't remember, and my hair covers them in the pictures), and for the new part it was the shoes.
My colors were peach and baby blue, both my mom and Marks made the dresses the sisters, and themselves are wearing. Maid of Honor - Kathryn Stevens, Best man - Scott Larsen (Mark's older brother).
Wedding cake was made by Aunt Wanda as our present. Beautiful crystal swans for the topper. It was really good cake too! I enjoyed it.
Looking back at the pictures, I cried because there are family members who are no longer here, Grandpa Sudweeks, Grandpa Larsen, Grandpa Lewis, Grandma Hall have all passed from this earth onto their next adventure hopefully without all the pain they were experiencing here.
I want that body back! I was so thin! At the time I was feeling rather big and I am sorry if I made anyone listen to the whine about weight at that time!
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| My family Grandma Pearl Hall, Dad - Steve, Mom-Gloria, Me, Mark, Grandma Mary Ella Sudweeks, Grandpa Reid Sudweeks. |
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| Mark's Family Granpa Calvert Lewis, Grandma Agnes Lewis, Grandpa Charles Larsen, Grandma Zola Larsen, Me, Mark, Mom - Carolyn, Dad - Leon |
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| Steve, Gloria, Me, Mark Curtis, Randi, Kristalynn (They were SO small!) |
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| Scott, Me, Mark, Carolyn, Teena, Leon, Kimberly |
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| Me, Kathryn |
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| My dad! Walking me down the isle! |
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| Crystal Swans with Peach accents! |
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 17
Day 17- Your Biggest Insecurity and; Something About Yourself You Are Proud Of
My biggest insecurity would be that I will be left alone. I worry about that all the time. I worry that since I have spent so many years working for someone else that I haven't spent enough time and effort on my marriage. I have been married to my hubby for 22 years now. We have had our share of troubles, but I know we can strengthen and build a new realtionship together.
I also worry that have spent too much time working that I didn't raise my children "good" enough. Since I am working for myself now, and that is my only "job", I feel I can focus on the hubby, kids, and myself now.
I also worry about body image like so many other women. I have always had issues with weight, but I know I am fighting a genitics issue, not just what I eat, or how much I exercise. (But those choices are getting better too!)
Something about me that makes me proud - one of many things is....my marriage! Not giving up, fighting for it, learning how to be patient with myself and my hubby. I went back to school, and finished my Associates of Applied Science Degree. Which means I fast tracked to get to work. To finish it up, I have general ed classes to take. (Science, Physical Ed, and a few others.)
I am also proud of getting off my butt, and discovering I can do things! I can be active. I can choose to eat better, I can choose to exercise. I choose to love my family. I choose to love my hubby. I choose to love me! Because I want to be a better me!
My biggest insecurity would be that I will be left alone. I worry about that all the time. I worry that since I have spent so many years working for someone else that I haven't spent enough time and effort on my marriage. I have been married to my hubby for 22 years now. We have had our share of troubles, but I know we can strengthen and build a new realtionship together.
I also worry that have spent too much time working that I didn't raise my children "good" enough. Since I am working for myself now, and that is my only "job", I feel I can focus on the hubby, kids, and myself now.
I also worry about body image like so many other women. I have always had issues with weight, but I know I am fighting a genitics issue, not just what I eat, or how much I exercise. (But those choices are getting better too!)
Something about me that makes me proud - one of many things is....my marriage! Not giving up, fighting for it, learning how to be patient with myself and my hubby. I went back to school, and finished my Associates of Applied Science Degree. Which means I fast tracked to get to work. To finish it up, I have general ed classes to take. (Science, Physical Ed, and a few others.)
I am also proud of getting off my butt, and discovering I can do things! I can be active. I can choose to eat better, I can choose to exercise. I choose to love my family. I choose to love my hubby. I choose to love me! Because I want to be a better me!
Monday, October 17, 2011
30 Days about Me: Day 16
Day 16 - Who Do You Do the Most Crazy Things With OR What is the Most Crazy Thing You’ve Done?
Craziest thing I have ever done, was move to Mitchell, SD with my best friend. We were chasing a better future only to discover that the job we went for was NOT better than the one we had.
My sister would say the craziest thing I have ever done is ride the roller coaster in Las Vegas. It was scary, but exciting at the same time. I have also ridden the Wicked at Lagoon (amusement park in northern Utah) a couple of times with my kids and "the band".
Craziest thing I have ever done, was move to Mitchell, SD with my best friend. We were chasing a better future only to discover that the job we went for was NOT better than the one we had.
My sister would say the craziest thing I have ever done is ride the roller coaster in Las Vegas. It was scary, but exciting at the same time. I have also ridden the Wicked at Lagoon (amusement park in northern Utah) a couple of times with my kids and "the band".
Sunday, October 16, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 15
Day 15- Describe Your Dream Home or show us a picture
My dream home is NOT the big mansions that everyone else seems to be wanting! I honestly want something like either one of these links put onto a basement foundation so it can be in our county, zoning laws, minimum requirements and such.
http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/houses/harbinger/
http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/houses/b53/
My dream home is NOT the big mansions that everyone else seems to be wanting! I honestly want something like either one of these links put onto a basement foundation so it can be in our county, zoning laws, minimum requirements and such.
http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/houses/harbinger/
http://www.tumbleweedhouses.com/houses/b53/
Saturday, October 15, 2011
30 Days about Me:Day 14
Day 14- Somewhere You’d Love to Travel
I would love to go on a cruise, I would love to go to the ancient ruins in Mexico, or to Alaska - fishing anyone? Or Hawaii - to see the sea and the snow at the same time sounds interesting, so does lying on the beach. (I keep thinking of Elvis's movie Blue Hawaii. I know its not like that anymore but don't we all wish it was?) Scotland - to go on a tour of the castles! Heck I would even like to get back to Texas to see the Alamo and the River Walk in Houston.
I would love to go on a cruise, I would love to go to the ancient ruins in Mexico, or to Alaska - fishing anyone? Or Hawaii - to see the sea and the snow at the same time sounds interesting, so does lying on the beach. (I keep thinking of Elvis's movie Blue Hawaii. I know its not like that anymore but don't we all wish it was?) Scotland - to go on a tour of the castles! Heck I would even like to get back to Texas to see the Alamo and the River Walk in Houston.
30 Days about Me:Day 13
Day 13- Something or Someone that has had a huge impact on your life.
Someone who has had a huge impact on my life - There are so many someones, its not fair to single one out.
Start with Mom and Dad - Without them I wouldn't be me. Mom - Thanks for loving me even when I didn't deserve it. Dad - Thanks for wanting to be my dad! You didn't have to, and you are the best.
My siblings, without them I would have been lonely growing up. Curtis - There are 7 years between us. Your drive to take the best care of your family AND follow your dreams are inspiring to me. What a cute family you have too! I am impressed with you and your talents, from photographer, to father, and husband. Randi - there are 9 years between us, and I am amazed every day at where your life has take you. The ups and the downs, and then up again to get Mike and Cayson and the downs of your health after. I have lots of hope that you will experience a miracle and your health will improve! Kristalynn - There are 12 years between us, and I have felt at times like I was not just the big sister. I think you have done amazing things with your life even if you feel differently! Your talent for poetry, your knowledge of and kindness for animals (both the two legged and four legged!) is inspiring to me. I can only hope to be like you when I grow up.
My wonderful husband and best friend for the past 22 years - Mark. I cannot imagine a world where we are not together. Your heart and mind often conflict, but I always know where I stand with you.
My children - Baby 1 - Growing up that quick was hard, but I will always be the birth mother.
- Jonathan - Your my boy and you "broke" me. Thanks for being a friend to mom all these years, and my video game buddy! Thanks for not laughing at me to much while I tried to play them with you. I am proud of you and the way you are starting to stand on your own. Now that you are married to Nichelle, you need to get off HER toes, (seriously check your skis!) and the two of you can start standing together.
- Charlotte - You are my youngest and honestly I have admired the courage with which you take on life. You have never backed down from a challenge, which is something I hope you have learned from me. You are stubborn, but you also want to be loved! You are if you will let us through that hard shell you are building around you. Please learn from the mistakes of those older than you, and try to take it "under advisement."
Someone who has had a huge impact on my life - There are so many someones, its not fair to single one out.
Start with Mom and Dad - Without them I wouldn't be me. Mom - Thanks for loving me even when I didn't deserve it. Dad - Thanks for wanting to be my dad! You didn't have to, and you are the best.
My siblings, without them I would have been lonely growing up. Curtis - There are 7 years between us. Your drive to take the best care of your family AND follow your dreams are inspiring to me. What a cute family you have too! I am impressed with you and your talents, from photographer, to father, and husband. Randi - there are 9 years between us, and I am amazed every day at where your life has take you. The ups and the downs, and then up again to get Mike and Cayson and the downs of your health after. I have lots of hope that you will experience a miracle and your health will improve! Kristalynn - There are 12 years between us, and I have felt at times like I was not just the big sister. I think you have done amazing things with your life even if you feel differently! Your talent for poetry, your knowledge of and kindness for animals (both the two legged and four legged!) is inspiring to me. I can only hope to be like you when I grow up.
My wonderful husband and best friend for the past 22 years - Mark. I cannot imagine a world where we are not together. Your heart and mind often conflict, but I always know where I stand with you.
My children - Baby 1 - Growing up that quick was hard, but I will always be the birth mother.
- Jonathan - Your my boy and you "broke" me. Thanks for being a friend to mom all these years, and my video game buddy! Thanks for not laughing at me to much while I tried to play them with you. I am proud of you and the way you are starting to stand on your own. Now that you are married to Nichelle, you need to get off HER toes, (seriously check your skis!) and the two of you can start standing together.
- Charlotte - You are my youngest and honestly I have admired the courage with which you take on life. You have never backed down from a challenge, which is something I hope you have learned from me. You are stubborn, but you also want to be loved! You are if you will let us through that hard shell you are building around you. Please learn from the mistakes of those older than you, and try to take it "under advisement."
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