Thursday, April 24, 2008
My Little Republican
I watch Fox News just about every morning. I don't watch the local news and I'm not sure why. I guess its because I've always been a newspaper reader.
Anyhow. While getting ready in the morning, I'll have my tv on in my room, listening to the latest ongoings. Fox is mostly political news. Years ago I would've never even thought about watching that type of news ((((boring)))). Growing up, politics were never discussed, at least not to my recollection. Did my parents ever vote? A few years ago, after learning more about the difference between Democrats and Republicans, I became interested. I have even voted in the past few years.
Since I have the tv on and the kids can hear the news, they'll ask about this politician or that politician. To the best of my ability, I explain the different views that both sides have. Abortion and homosexuality is at the top of my list. Neither is necessary and the rights that are given to each are way outta hand. That's my opinion.
Long story short, when Alec comes in my room and if I've been in the bathroom, away from the tv, he gives me updates. Yesterday he says, "Mom! McCain won in Pennsylvania and Hillary beat Obama!" I catch him quite a bit listening and watching intently when the candidates are being discussed. Not that I'm in love with McCain, but I definitely don't want to see the other two in office. Yikes.
My point is that Alec is far more knowledgable and interested than I was at his age. But its being exposed to it that makes the difference.
He's my little Republican.
Monday, April 21, 2008
Bookmark
My new bookmark. (click on the photo to see it better)
I found it while going through an envelope of pictures recently.
Matthew is probably five or six and Josh must be nine or ten.
I miss those little boys.
(I know, nothing out of the ordinary for me)
p.s. When I woke up this morning, my dream was still fresh in my mind. Matthew was about three years old and sitting on my lap. I was kissing his sweet little face as he talked to me....
Saturday, April 19, 2008
"Lost" or "Oliver's Island"
I just sat at the computer with my coffee and was reading the news headlines on yahoo.
One jumped right out at me,
"Abandoned cocker spaniel rescued on remote island".
Did I go somewhere last night? Do any traveling during the wee hours? Take Oliver with me and send him afloat at sea?
Good one.
--- I do feel bad for the actual dog that they rescued: http://www.yahoo.com/s/860942
One jumped right out at me,
"Abandoned cocker spaniel rescued on remote island".
Did I go somewhere last night? Do any traveling during the wee hours? Take Oliver with me and send him afloat at sea?
Good one.
--- I do feel bad for the actual dog that they rescued: http://www.yahoo.com/s/860942
Friday, April 18, 2008
Good to Know
I always get it confused, is her name Tuesday or Wednesday?
Figured it out when I stumbled on someone's myspace and they have their name as "Wednesday" using the picture of the little girl from the Addam's Family's.
Cool. That settles that. Thought I'd pass it along in case you had the same problem.
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Stuff
I probably shouldn't post a blog fresh from being out of my mind, fuming mad. I'll give you a hint as to why I was furious: Oliver.
Imagine my surprise when I come in this morning from taking Rachel to the bus. Oliver is ON TOP OF MY KITCHEN TABLE! Walking around! My kitchen table is a catch- all most of the time. On there this morning was: my purse, my glasses, bangle bracelets, a small pile of clothes, GMC Manual, some paperwork and a bag of mini jawbreakers. I'm thinking he was licking the bag of candy, trying to get it open. If I would've been gone more than the three minutes, he would've opened it and scarfed them down. HE WAS ON TOP OF MY TABLE!
I am SERIOUSLY thinking of posting a free dog ad. I've had him for five years and he has drove me more crazy in the past few months than ever. WHAT is going on? Any takers? F-R-E-E that spells free, this dog is not for me.
On a sweeter note, Krista came over yesterday. When she was in Missouri last weekend she got me a gift! She bought me a pretty little windchime as an anniversary gift. How sweet is that? I do love that girl. Not because of that, but because she is just so darn lovable. Anyone who knows her will agree.
Josh is the proud owner of his very own coffee maker. Since he gets up just after the crack of dawn and probably sleeps until he gets to work, he asked me recently about getting a programmable coffee maker. Of course John and I have a coffee maker already. A nice one to boot. But its not the programmable type. Even if it was, it still would'nt work out. John drinks 1/2 caff and makes only enough for him when he gets up (early). Not because he is stingy, but because I like mine java fresh and typically make full strength Eight O'Clock brand. Krista just bought Josh some Starbucks "Kenya - bold". I have been (shhhhhhh) sneaking some and very much enjoying it (and so has Matt -- whole 'nother story). So last night, I picked up the cutest 4 cup, programmable coffee maker for Josh and a bag of Starbucks coffee for myself. Josh now has this cool 'set up' next to his bed on his nightstand: his coffee maker & bag of Starbucks ground coffee. He wants to wake up to coffee! Plus he gives himself just enough time to get ready and go, that is where the auto on comes in to play.
Alec had his first soccer practice yesterday. He is on "the warriors" team, which is 5th & 6th graders. Had to make sure I loaded up on Gatorade for the young man. That's the only acceptable beverage when you are a soccer player you know. Looks like his first game will be the end of this month. Spring is here!
Rachel Lynnie has her first track meet this Thursday. She's not super excited about it. They've only had about 6 days of practice so far. She said that her and her friend Carly are the slowest. Poor baby girl. While Alec was practicing yesterday at the soccer field, Rachel and I took advantage of the time and walked the track (at East) together. She would run and practice the hurdles. She forgot to change into shorts before we left, so it was difficult in jeans, but she tried.
Might as well update you on Matt's truck. He and John took off the windshield yesterday. John had me stop at the music store after work on Monday to get some piano string. I guess that is what you use when you do that sorta thing. The music store didn't have piano string and suggested guitar string. They said people come in on occasion and buy it for that same purpose. On the way to the bus this morning I asked Matt about how it went with the windshield yesterday. He told me that the string had broken but they were eventually successful in getting the job done. He also told me that he was down to one guitar string on his electric guitar. I got a good chuckle out of that.
Having kids is fun, isn't it? Not dogs though, no, not fun.
Imagine my surprise when I come in this morning from taking Rachel to the bus. Oliver is ON TOP OF MY KITCHEN TABLE! Walking around! My kitchen table is a catch- all most of the time. On there this morning was: my purse, my glasses, bangle bracelets, a small pile of clothes, GMC Manual, some paperwork and a bag of mini jawbreakers. I'm thinking he was licking the bag of candy, trying to get it open. If I would've been gone more than the three minutes, he would've opened it and scarfed them down. HE WAS ON TOP OF MY TABLE!
I am SERIOUSLY thinking of posting a free dog ad. I've had him for five years and he has drove me more crazy in the past few months than ever. WHAT is going on? Any takers? F-R-E-E that spells free, this dog is not for me.
On a sweeter note, Krista came over yesterday. When she was in Missouri last weekend she got me a gift! She bought me a pretty little windchime as an anniversary gift. How sweet is that? I do love that girl. Not because of that, but because she is just so darn lovable. Anyone who knows her will agree.
Josh is the proud owner of his very own coffee maker. Since he gets up just after the crack of dawn and probably sleeps until he gets to work, he asked me recently about getting a programmable coffee maker. Of course John and I have a coffee maker already. A nice one to boot. But its not the programmable type. Even if it was, it still would'nt work out. John drinks 1/2 caff and makes only enough for him when he gets up (early). Not because he is stingy, but because I like mine java fresh and typically make full strength Eight O'Clock brand. Krista just bought Josh some Starbucks "Kenya - bold". I have been (shhhhhhh) sneaking some and very much enjoying it (and so has Matt -- whole 'nother story). So last night, I picked up the cutest 4 cup, programmable coffee maker for Josh and a bag of Starbucks coffee for myself. Josh now has this cool 'set up' next to his bed on his nightstand: his coffee maker & bag of Starbucks ground coffee. He wants to wake up to coffee! Plus he gives himself just enough time to get ready and go, that is where the auto on comes in to play.
Alec had his first soccer practice yesterday. He is on "the warriors" team, which is 5th & 6th graders. Had to make sure I loaded up on Gatorade for the young man. That's the only acceptable beverage when you are a soccer player you know. Looks like his first game will be the end of this month. Spring is here!
Rachel Lynnie has her first track meet this Thursday. She's not super excited about it. They've only had about 6 days of practice so far. She said that her and her friend Carly are the slowest. Poor baby girl. While Alec was practicing yesterday at the soccer field, Rachel and I took advantage of the time and walked the track (at East) together. She would run and practice the hurdles. She forgot to change into shorts before we left, so it was difficult in jeans, but she tried.
Might as well update you on Matt's truck. He and John took off the windshield yesterday. John had me stop at the music store after work on Monday to get some piano string. I guess that is what you use when you do that sorta thing. The music store didn't have piano string and suggested guitar string. They said people come in on occasion and buy it for that same purpose. On the way to the bus this morning I asked Matt about how it went with the windshield yesterday. He told me that the string had broken but they were eventually successful in getting the job done. He also told me that he was down to one guitar string on his electric guitar. I got a good chuckle out of that.
Having kids is fun, isn't it? Not dogs though, no, not fun.
Saturday, April 12, 2008
My Greek Aunt Voula
Tell me you've seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding. Even if you have already seen it, you MUST watch it again. I just watched it for the, I don't know, fourth time. HA-LAR-IOUS. I'm not kidding. I was laughing so hard I had tears. This video is one of my favorite parts. Love Aunt Voula. LOVE her.
My second favorite part is when Toula (the bride) is getting ready on the day of her wedding and all the women in the family surround her with excitement and are helping her with every detail. Toula's mother rushes in to explain to her (regarding her wedding night) that Greek women are like lambs in the kitchen and tigers in the bedroom, all the while Aunt Voula is right beside her mother tweezing HER MOTHER's stray whiskers on her chin! I was dying!
Oh! I almost forgot. Another Aunt Voula part:
Toula is introducing Ian (her future groom) to Aunt Voula at a family gathering. Aunt Voula, loves to cook and insists that Ian come over so she can cook for him. Toula says, "that might be a problem." Aunt Voula looks puzzled. Toula tells her, "Ian is a vegetarian." Aunt Voula says, "What do you mean he don't eat NO MEAT! ---- Okay, I make lamb!" and off she goes to dance!
The best.
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