In a couple hours I'll be off work and heading home to finish up things before we leave tomorrow morning! I still have to pack. I don't usually wait until the last second but for some unknown reason, I did this time.
Mom is coming over for dinner and house sitting/dog sitting instructions. I think everything is in order and ready for her :-)
I have all my directions and hotel confirmations. Oh, and I'M EXCITED!!!!
And NO computer! I hope I don't have withdrawals.
Be back in a week!
Friday, June 5, 2009
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
20 years ago...
On June 10th, 1989, I became a wife! 20 years ago! Whoa. Our honeymoon was the last vacation just the TWO of us went on. All of our vacations have been centered around family, which is the best kind of time to spend. But just us, man and woman, husband and wife, haven't been on a vacation for 20 years. It's going to be kinda weird~no obligations. Hmmmm. Maybe that's part of why I've packed so much to do into a weeks time! It's been so much fun to plan that I've already decided what we're going to do for our 25th....AUSTRALIA!
There's;
~Nashville~
The Country Music Hall of Fame
Lane Motor Museum
Wild Horse Saloon
Grand Ole Opry
Belle Meade Plantation
General Jackson's Showboat
~Birmingham AL~
Barber Motor Sports Museum
~Gatlinburg~
Horse back riding
Ripley's Aquarium
Pigeon Forge
The Smokey Mountains!
~Bowling Green KY ~
Corvette Museum
Mammoth Caves
Geesh! I'm glad we'll be home on Friday, so we can recuperate!!
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There's;
~Nashville~
The Country Music Hall of Fame
Lane Motor Museum
Wild Horse Saloon
Grand Ole Opry
Belle Meade Plantation
General Jackson's Showboat
~Birmingham AL~
Barber Motor Sports Museum
~Gatlinburg~
Horse back riding
Ripley's Aquarium
Pigeon Forge
The Smokey Mountains!
~Bowling Green KY ~
Corvette Museum
Mammoth Caves
Geesh! I'm glad we'll be home on Friday, so we can recuperate!!
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Tuesday, June 2, 2009
holy contusion batgirl !
Remember a few months ago when I ran into the wall with my head. Well, Mom did it REALLY right! She ran into a door jam! At least the wall caved in. A door jam? Nope, pretty solid. I guess now I know for certain that I get my hard head from my Mom!!!
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OUCH!
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Monday, June 1, 2009
So much to do, so little time
Sometimes it's nice to come to work on Monday just so I can sit on my butt. There was so much to do over the weekend, I feel like I never sat down.
Greta had the worst matting ever! And she doesn't like to be brushed, so I decided to shave her whole body. Man does she look funny!! Like one of those greeting cards with the dog on it with the giant head and tiny little body! Bill said to stop laughing at her or I was going to give her a complex. yeah, he made that up.
I got new tires on my car. I need a new battery too. Grrrrr.
While we were waiting for my car to be done, we went to the local Farmers Market. It was a little bit of a disappointment. It was the first one of the season though. I guess I'll have to go again to find the big red ripe tomatoes I was hoping for.
Then we went up to the Mazda dealer and I test drove a Mazda CX7. I was ready to trade in my PT Cruiser!!! But then when we got home and I looked it up, it's not rated very high by Consumer Guide. It was fun though!
Then we went grocery shopping, which isn't normally a big deal. But they are in the process of changing where EVERYTHING is. I HATE THAT! I make my grocery list by isle because I know where everything is. Nothing makes sense now. I hope it's done by the next time I go so I can start figuring out the layout again. Why do they that? WHY????? I was really pissed off. Humph.
Plus, there was all the extra cleaning around the house. Since Mom and Bud are coming over to house sit for the week.
I'm pooped.
Greta had the worst matting ever! And she doesn't like to be brushed, so I decided to shave her whole body. Man does she look funny!! Like one of those greeting cards with the dog on it with the giant head and tiny little body! Bill said to stop laughing at her or I was going to give her a complex. yeah, he made that up.
I got new tires on my car. I need a new battery too. Grrrrr.
While we were waiting for my car to be done, we went to the local Farmers Market. It was a little bit of a disappointment. It was the first one of the season though. I guess I'll have to go again to find the big red ripe tomatoes I was hoping for.
Then we went up to the Mazda dealer and I test drove a Mazda CX7. I was ready to trade in my PT Cruiser!!! But then when we got home and I looked it up, it's not rated very high by Consumer Guide. It was fun though!
Then we went grocery shopping, which isn't normally a big deal. But they are in the process of changing where EVERYTHING is. I HATE THAT! I make my grocery list by isle because I know where everything is. Nothing makes sense now. I hope it's done by the next time I go so I can start figuring out the layout again. Why do they that? WHY????? I was really pissed off. Humph.
Plus, there was all the extra cleaning around the house. Since Mom and Bud are coming over to house sit for the week.
I'm pooped.
Friday, May 29, 2009
1 more week!
And we are heading out for vacation!!! I'm getting excited.
Here's where we are staying in Gatlinburg...
Pretty neat huh!? I figured since we're going to be in the mountains, we might as well embrace it all and stay in a cabin! Woohoo!!!Empty Nesters
sniff sniff
We are officially empty nesters now. Our little peeps flew the coop last night. For the last couple of days, they've just been flying around the garage. Last night though, they took the big daring plunge and headed for wild blue yonder.
Bye bye birdies
We are officially empty nesters now. Our little peeps flew the coop last night. For the last couple of days, they've just been flying around the garage. Last night though, they took the big daring plunge and headed for wild blue yonder.
Bye bye birdies
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
How much wood could a woodchuck chuck...
blah blah blah.
First of all, I love nature. Most of it fascinates me. Even bugs. In our neck of the woods (hahaha) we have squirrels and chipmunks and raccoons and possums. Sometimes deer and we've even seen a fox or two. Now I can add a woodchuck to the list. Did you know that a woodchuck and a groundhog are the same thing? Anyway, the other day when I let the dogs out, they went speeding to back of the yard, where the mini barn is. I looked up just in time to see Pepper in hot pursuit of a woodchuck, down its hole! Good grief. Well, I looked them up. They're pretty destructive. Naturally I want it to go away. So I looked that up too. This afternoon I called several wildlife removal places...do you have any idea how much it costs to remove a woodchuck? Whoa! Now I'm hoping that the dogs scared it away for good because$300 is a lot to spend to get rid of a rodent. Geez, maybe we should just get a shot gun!
Things that made me laugh hysterically last night...
I dunno, I was in a funny mood I guess but these t-shirts made me laugh till I cried!
Monday, May 25, 2009
Tweet tweet
There's the mama, delivering lunch...
And look at the babies!!! Geez, just last week they were tee-tiny ugly pink things. My goodness they grow up fast.
And look at the babies!!! Geez, just last week they were tee-tiny ugly pink things. My goodness they grow up fast.
Lest you forget...
Memorial Day Order
I. The 30th day of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land. In this observance no form or ceremony is prescribed, but Posts and comrades will, in their own way, arrange such fitting services and testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.
We are organized, Comrades, as our regulations tell us, for the purpose among other things, "of preserving and strengthening those kind and fraternal feelings which have bound together the soldiers sailors and Marines, who united to suppress the late rebellion." What can aid more to assure this result than by cherishing tenderly the memory of our heroic dead? We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance. All that the consecrated wealth and taste of the nation can add to their adornment and security, is but a fitting tribute to the memory of her slain defenders. Let pleasant paths invite the coming and going of reverent visitors and fond mourners. Let no neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations that we have forgotten as a people the cost of a free and undivided republic.
If other eyes grow dull and other hands slack, and other hearts cold in the solemn trust, ours shall keep it well as long as the light and warmth of life remain in us.
Let us, then, at the time appointed, gather around their sacred remains, and garland the passionless mounds above them with choicest flowers of springtime; let us raise above them the dear old flag they saved; let us in this solemn presence renew our pledge to aid and assist those whom they have left among us a sacred charge upon the Nation's gratitude—the soldiers and sailors widow and orphan.
II. It is the purpose of the Commander in Chief to inaugurate this observance with the hope that it will be kept up from year to year, while a survivor of the war remains to honor the memory of his departed comrades. He earnestly desires the public press to call attention to this Order, and lend its friendly aid in bringing it to the notice of comrades in all parts of the country in time for simultaneous compliance therewith.
III. Department commanders will use every effort to make this Order effective.
—General Orders No. 11, Grand Army of the Republic Headquarters[1].
I. The 30th day of May, 1868, is designated for the purpose of strewing with flowers, or otherwise decorating the graves of comrades who died in defense of their country during the late rebellion, and whose bodies now lie in almost every city, village, and hamlet churchyard in the land. In this observance no form or ceremony is prescribed, but Posts and comrades will, in their own way, arrange such fitting services and testimonials of respect as circumstances may permit.
We are organized, Comrades, as our regulations tell us, for the purpose among other things, "of preserving and strengthening those kind and fraternal feelings which have bound together the soldiers sailors and Marines, who united to suppress the late rebellion." What can aid more to assure this result than by cherishing tenderly the memory of our heroic dead? We should guard their graves with sacred vigilance. All that the consecrated wealth and taste of the nation can add to their adornment and security, is but a fitting tribute to the memory of her slain defenders. Let pleasant paths invite the coming and going of reverent visitors and fond mourners. Let no neglect, no ravages of time, testify to the present or to the coming generations that we have forgotten as a people the cost of a free and undivided republic.
If other eyes grow dull and other hands slack, and other hearts cold in the solemn trust, ours shall keep it well as long as the light and warmth of life remain in us.
Let us, then, at the time appointed, gather around their sacred remains, and garland the passionless mounds above them with choicest flowers of springtime; let us raise above them the dear old flag they saved; let us in this solemn presence renew our pledge to aid and assist those whom they have left among us a sacred charge upon the Nation's gratitude—the soldiers and sailors widow and orphan.
II. It is the purpose of the Commander in Chief to inaugurate this observance with the hope that it will be kept up from year to year, while a survivor of the war remains to honor the memory of his departed comrades. He earnestly desires the public press to call attention to this Order, and lend its friendly aid in bringing it to the notice of comrades in all parts of the country in time for simultaneous compliance therewith.
III. Department commanders will use every effort to make this Order effective.
—General Orders No. 11, Grand Army of the Republic Headquarters[1].
Friday, May 22, 2009
Bath time and other things...
I gave Pepper a bath last night after I groomed her. Man does she look funny wet! I must say though, she looks especially pretty today. Not so rascally anymore. I can't wait to get my hands on Greta!
The little peeps in the helmet are growing by leaps and bounds! They're all fuzzy now. I don't think there are 6 of them anymore though. The last few days I've only seen 4 of them. They should be ready to leave the next next week so I'll keep my eyes open!
And here we are at the end of May already! Whoosh goes the time. 3 day weekends are always a good thing to look forward too. This weekend, we have lots on the agenda...We want to go see Angels and Demons. There's a great sale on landscaping stuff at Menard's. Only .99 for retaining wall stones! We're going to get some for our newly designed front yard. And there's always the bathroom to work on. I mean, it's only been a year now...it has to get finished eventually...doesn't it?
Oh, and it's time to start making our hotel reservations for our 20th anniversary vacation!!! I'm getting excited :-) Kentucky, Tennessee and Alabama. Mountains, caves and rolling green hills. Ahhhhhh.
The little peeps in the helmet are growing by leaps and bounds! They're all fuzzy now. I don't think there are 6 of them anymore though. The last few days I've only seen 4 of them. They should be ready to leave the next next week so I'll keep my eyes open!
And here we are at the end of May already! Whoosh goes the time. 3 day weekends are always a good thing to look forward too. This weekend, we have lots on the agenda...We want to go see Angels and Demons. There's a great sale on landscaping stuff at Menard's. Only .99 for retaining wall stones! We're going to get some for our newly designed front yard. And there's always the bathroom to work on. I mean, it's only been a year now...it has to get finished eventually...doesn't it?
Oh, and it's time to start making our hotel reservations for our 20th anniversary vacation!!! I'm getting excited :-) Kentucky, Tennessee and Alabama. Mountains, caves and rolling green hills. Ahhhhhh.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Life is good
You know, I love the whole Life is Good line. They have the best graphics on their shirts...like these...
I might still like to get the dentist one, just on principle. On second thought, he's one of the few people I really wouldn't want to tick off!!!
But the opposite line, Life is Crap, is pretty funny!
I could have used some of theses...
I might still like to get the dentist one, just on principle. On second thought, he's one of the few people I really wouldn't want to tick off!!!.
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Speedy growth
I had no idea that birds grew so fast.
The 1st picture is from 5/17, and the 2nd one is from today! Notice the yummy dinner waiting for them when they wake up...
The 1st picture is from 5/17, and the 2nd one is from today! Notice the yummy dinner waiting for them when they wake up...
A couple of them already have their wings!
Monday, May 18, 2009
How much do YOU know?
Think You Know Everything?
The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for Blood plasma.
No piece of paper can be folded in half more than seven (7) times. Oh go ahead...I'll wait...
Donkeys kill more people annually than plane crashes or shark attacks.
You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching television.
Oak trees do not produce acorns until they are fifty (50) years of age or older.
The first product to have a bar code was Wrigley's gum.
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating one (1) olive from each salad served in first-class.
Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise. (Since Venus is normally associated with women, what does this tell you ? That women are going the 'right' direction?)
Apples, not caffeine, are more efficient at waking you up in the morning .
Walt Disney was afraid OF MICE!
PEARLS DISSOLVE IN VINEGAR !
And the best for last.... Turtles can breathe through their butts.
The liquid inside young coconuts can be used as a substitute for Blood plasma.
No piece of paper can be folded in half more than seven (7) times. Oh go ahead...I'll wait...
Donkeys kill more people annually than plane crashes or shark attacks.
You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching television.
Oak trees do not produce acorns until they are fifty (50) years of age or older.
The first product to have a bar code was Wrigley's gum.
American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating one (1) olive from each salad served in first-class.
Venus is the only planet that rotates clockwise. (Since Venus is normally associated with women, what does this tell you ? That women are going the 'right' direction?)
Apples, not caffeine, are more efficient at waking you up in the morning .
Walt Disney was afraid OF MICE!
PEARLS DISSOLVE IN VINEGAR !
And the best for last.... Turtles can breathe through their butts.
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