I guess you should never assume that people actually "grow up" as they age. It's simply not true for many people.
On facebook I came across a couple of people that Mike and I used to work with at Dreco, which is also where we met. I told them it would be nice to see everyone we worked with again, and we decided we should set up a Dreco reunion. I pictured us all meeting up at a restaurant with our families, talking and catching up and showing pictures of our kids. I assumed that most of those drama-loving party animals had probably changed for the better after 11+ years. I guess I was sadly mistaken.
Word of the Dreco reunion is officially out on facebook....and everyone has decided to meet at a grubby little hick town BAR. These former coworkers are talking about getting drunk already, and making comments about who they hope does NOT come, and how they will make certain people feel unwelcome on purpose. Apparently it's the same old drama and the same old drunken disaster.
I'm sad, because there really were a few people I wanted to see....but I guess I won't be going - to the reunion that was MY idea in the first place :o( It's not at all what I had planned, and Mike agrees. I suppose some things are better left in the past anyways.
1/14/2011
1/04/2011
New Year - 2011
Happy New Year and once again, it's been too long since I've blogged here. Christmas was good. Mike surprised me with a couple of things I wasn't expecting. A nice change from "take some money and go shopping for yourself".....although THAT is fun too :o)
Christmas Even was special this year. We had alot of family and friends at my Moms church for our Christmas Eve dinner. Even Santa showed up! We took a few minutes to recognize family members who have passed on recently, and lit a candle for each one. I hope we do that every year now.
The kids got way too much as always, but they are blessed with so many loving family members. Netbooks, a PSP, guitars, dolls, Wii games, legos, roller blades, BB guns and more - filling up this already cluttered house.
New Years Eve we went to the outdoor shop and then played some Monopoly and Wii to pass the time until Midnight. Isaac didn't quite understand it all. After the ball fell, we screamed, kissed, blew our loud squawkers, drank our juice....and 10 minutes later he asked, "When is that ball gonna fall so I can drink my juice?". That little guy cracks me up sometimes.
So, it's 2011 and I must admit (again) to being a slacker lately with my bible reading and prayer. Time just slips away so quickly and when I get a few free moments at night, I usually sit down with my computer and catch up on emails, facebook, blog reading, etc....
This morning I woke up and my first thought was that I wanted to read my bible. It was an excited, urgent feeling. Then I wondered where to start and instantly "Ruth" popped into my head. I figured there must be something to learn from Ruth. So, I woke the kids for their first day back to school, made myself a cup of coffee and sat down with a blanket and my bible. Of course Elyssa, who normally wakes up around 8:30am, woke up today before 7am. Minor setback, but I still got to read the entire book of Ruth while she snuggled with me and watched TV.
I'm not exactly sure what I've learned from this woman named Ruth. Maybe that she was loyal and loving no matter what? Something I have struggled with lately - having a bad, selfish, angry "why me" attitude......Or maybe it has reminded me that I need to be more supportive of family members who are alone. In the past few days I have felt some guilt over my husbands sister. She never married, she is in her 50's and lives alone. She lost her Father and sister within 30 days of one another, 2 years ago. Since then she has really gotten more involved in our kids' lives, because basically, we're all she has left. Her other 2 brothers really don't care to talk to anyone and the extended family is not around much either. She goes overboard buying our kids Christmas and birthday gifts, she watches them for me to shop or for us to get a night out. Sometimes she just offers to take them to dinner and a movie.....and I have not let her know what that means to me. In fact, her birthday was december 29th and I got busy, had a bad day, and never even got around to calling her. So, maybe the book of Ruth has showed me that I need to send her an email, or give her a call and tell her how much I appreciate her.
Anyways, it's a new year and I hope that this renewed desire to read my bible sticks around. I want to be the best christian/person/wife/mother that I can be in 2011!
Christmas Even was special this year. We had alot of family and friends at my Moms church for our Christmas Eve dinner. Even Santa showed up! We took a few minutes to recognize family members who have passed on recently, and lit a candle for each one. I hope we do that every year now.
The kids got way too much as always, but they are blessed with so many loving family members. Netbooks, a PSP, guitars, dolls, Wii games, legos, roller blades, BB guns and more - filling up this already cluttered house.
New Years Eve we went to the outdoor shop and then played some Monopoly and Wii to pass the time until Midnight. Isaac didn't quite understand it all. After the ball fell, we screamed, kissed, blew our loud squawkers, drank our juice....and 10 minutes later he asked, "When is that ball gonna fall so I can drink my juice?". That little guy cracks me up sometimes.
So, it's 2011 and I must admit (again) to being a slacker lately with my bible reading and prayer. Time just slips away so quickly and when I get a few free moments at night, I usually sit down with my computer and catch up on emails, facebook, blog reading, etc....
This morning I woke up and my first thought was that I wanted to read my bible. It was an excited, urgent feeling. Then I wondered where to start and instantly "Ruth" popped into my head. I figured there must be something to learn from Ruth. So, I woke the kids for their first day back to school, made myself a cup of coffee and sat down with a blanket and my bible. Of course Elyssa, who normally wakes up around 8:30am, woke up today before 7am. Minor setback, but I still got to read the entire book of Ruth while she snuggled with me and watched TV.
I'm not exactly sure what I've learned from this woman named Ruth. Maybe that she was loyal and loving no matter what? Something I have struggled with lately - having a bad, selfish, angry "why me" attitude......Or maybe it has reminded me that I need to be more supportive of family members who are alone. In the past few days I have felt some guilt over my husbands sister. She never married, she is in her 50's and lives alone. She lost her Father and sister within 30 days of one another, 2 years ago. Since then she has really gotten more involved in our kids' lives, because basically, we're all she has left. Her other 2 brothers really don't care to talk to anyone and the extended family is not around much either. She goes overboard buying our kids Christmas and birthday gifts, she watches them for me to shop or for us to get a night out. Sometimes she just offers to take them to dinner and a movie.....and I have not let her know what that means to me. In fact, her birthday was december 29th and I got busy, had a bad day, and never even got around to calling her. So, maybe the book of Ruth has showed me that I need to send her an email, or give her a call and tell her how much I appreciate her.
Anyways, it's a new year and I hope that this renewed desire to read my bible sticks around. I want to be the best christian/person/wife/mother that I can be in 2011!
9/04/2010
New baby and pottytraining
Congrats to Rachel and Josh, a new baby on the way and Samara will be a big sister! I honestly have wondered how I would feel when someone else that I'm close to gets pregnant again. Would I be sad knowing I will never experience that again? Well that answer is no :o)
I actually feel comfortable with what I have at this point in life. Elyssa is almost potty trained and it's a relief to know that diaper days are over. I've been buying diapers almost constantly for the past 10 years. I feel some sense of "freedom" now that she is a little more independent. I mean, I've been doing the baby thing for 19 years! I'm not trying to rush the next 3 years before Elyssa starts kindergarden, but I am also looking forward to possibly going to school or working part time once she is in school. I feel very blessed that I have been able to stay home with my kids while they're small. I wouldn't change that for anything, but I'm looking forward to the future also and seeing what life is like without a baby or toddler, cuz it's been a LONG time for me :o)
On the potty training front, Elyssa has only had one accident in the past 3 days. Yay!! She is doing great and it came so suddenly. She was totally against it and then changed overnight. I'm so proud of my lil sweet girl!!
I actually feel comfortable with what I have at this point in life. Elyssa is almost potty trained and it's a relief to know that diaper days are over. I've been buying diapers almost constantly for the past 10 years. I feel some sense of "freedom" now that she is a little more independent. I mean, I've been doing the baby thing for 19 years! I'm not trying to rush the next 3 years before Elyssa starts kindergarden, but I am also looking forward to possibly going to school or working part time once she is in school. I feel very blessed that I have been able to stay home with my kids while they're small. I wouldn't change that for anything, but I'm looking forward to the future also and seeing what life is like without a baby or toddler, cuz it's been a LONG time for me :o)
On the potty training front, Elyssa has only had one accident in the past 3 days. Yay!! She is doing great and it came so suddenly. She was totally against it and then changed overnight. I'm so proud of my lil sweet girl!!
8/21/2010
Changes...
It's August 20th and school starts in 11 days. Summer is coming to an end, which really makes me sad. No more unscheduled lazy days, sleeping in, spending a day at the beach. It's back to the hectic mornings and after school activities.....I hate to see my kids go back every year, even though I admit I will NOT miss the bickering that steals my sanity some days. Ha, I love 'em!!
Brandon starts college in 3 days. College already!! That is pure craziness!! I hope he really enjoys it.
Our "other son" is leaving on the same day, for the marines boot camp. Brandon met Evan when they were in middle school and he has been around quite a bit. I am nervous for him and I hate to see him go but I wish him the absolute best. He's a great kid!
So, in the next 11 days, our house will change....It'll be quieter, less messy, less hectic, less exciting....and more empty :o(
On the up side, I do look forward to spending some extra time during the day with my little man Isaac, and my baby girl Elyssa. I'll work with Isaac more on his letters and numbers so he'll be ready for Kindergarden next year. Things won't be all bad, and there's always the weekends for the big fun :o)
Brandon starts college in 3 days. College already!! That is pure craziness!! I hope he really enjoys it.
Our "other son" is leaving on the same day, for the marines boot camp. Brandon met Evan when they were in middle school and he has been around quite a bit. I am nervous for him and I hate to see him go but I wish him the absolute best. He's a great kid!
So, in the next 11 days, our house will change....It'll be quieter, less messy, less hectic, less exciting....and more empty :o(
On the up side, I do look forward to spending some extra time during the day with my little man Isaac, and my baby girl Elyssa. I'll work with Isaac more on his letters and numbers so he'll be ready for Kindergarden next year. Things won't be all bad, and there's always the weekends for the big fun :o)
7/06/2010
12th Anniversary
Happy Anniversary to us!! Twelve years ago today we were getting married....It's funny to think that we got married in Las Vegas. That is so NOT my style normally. I think I was going through my short "wild oats" stage at that time :o) But it was fun and adventurous and I definitely do not regret doing it that way.
It was the 1st (and only) time I've ever been on a plane and the first "real" vacation I've ever been on. I loved it!!
So, here we are 12 years later.....Mike had to work all day so it wasn't too exciting, but we went to eat last night alone and he brought me a bouquet of daisies after work. We're aiming for year 15 to go back to Vegas for a few nights :o)
It was the 1st (and only) time I've ever been on a plane and the first "real" vacation I've ever been on. I loved it!!
So, here we are 12 years later.....Mike had to work all day so it wasn't too exciting, but we went to eat last night alone and he brought me a bouquet of daisies after work. We're aiming for year 15 to go back to Vegas for a few nights :o)
Hot, hot, hot!!!
Summer is in full swing and it's HOT!! Ninety four degrees today and no air conditioning. Thank God for the walmart pool.
Yesterday was the 4th of July. We spent the morning swimming, then went to Gramma's house for a few hours. Big family cookouts are one of my favorite things. The kids played on a blow-up water slide and even the babies went down it a couple of times.
The day before that we spent some time at the Burnett cookout. Between the blow up slide and Gary's pool slide, I think my scrawny Isaac probably wore his little legs out. He is ALL fun, ALL the time :o)
We took the kids to see fireworks last night and then came home to have a bonfire and roast hot dogs. Lots of fun....but I am ready for a few days of rest!
Yesterday was the 4th of July. We spent the morning swimming, then went to Gramma's house for a few hours. Big family cookouts are one of my favorite things. The kids played on a blow-up water slide and even the babies went down it a couple of times.
The day before that we spent some time at the Burnett cookout. Between the blow up slide and Gary's pool slide, I think my scrawny Isaac probably wore his little legs out. He is ALL fun, ALL the time :o)
We took the kids to see fireworks last night and then came home to have a bonfire and roast hot dogs. Lots of fun....but I am ready for a few days of rest!
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