Get Your Engines Started and GOOO!!!!!!

Hope everyone had a great Memorial Day weekend!
I know the family and I did. It was my husband (Rick)birthday on Sunday. The big 3 7 !!!
We started celebrating on Saturday. My husband's mom got Rick a room at a hotel close by. We went and met my husband's side of the family for supper to celebrate 2 very special occasions. Rick's birthday and Rhonda & Mark's 22 wedding anniversary. My daughter had a blaster at the hotel which had a pool, I swear she is part fish. Our nephew, Jarad, stayed the weekend with us.
Which was great we haven't been able to spend a lot of time with him lately. Him being a teenager and all. My son (Keanul) loved it, because now his cool cousin has a drivers licence and a car!! So nothing cooler to a 13 year old boy than that. On Sunday, Rick, Keanul, Rozalynn, Jarad, and I went bowling. Boy, did we have fun. It was fun watching the boys goof off and being silly. It was a great time and a great mental picture moment. Later on that evening my daughter went with grandpa to the car races. Which she loves her grandpa time. My husband and I went for a motorcycle ride and visited old friends. Keanul and Jarad went cruising on there own. It was a great great weekend with family and friends.

Friends

There's nothing like old friends. You know the ones you may not talk to everyday. But, the ones you can talk to once or twice a year, and you just pick up were you left off. You got to thank God for those friends. My girlfriend (Renee) we have been friends for more than 10 years now. But we are sometimes both so busy with are normal day lives or routines. We don't get together very often. Which is sad, because I just love her so. She is one of those friends that can just make you laugh even when your not in the mood for laughter. Or someone you can cry with. I can just spend hours with my friend and family just talking about stupid stuff. Love my old friends.

I was watching Crash which is a great movie. If you haven't seen it, you should watch it. It's about racism at it's finest. It makes you think about the other people and yourself. That we are all the same no matter where you from. It saddens me to think that people can be so cruel to each, especially to those we don't even know, or even more so if you do know them. But what is sadder is that every once in a while I think the same. The stereo types are what goes through our minds when we see certain races. Which is sad on my part. We all have changes in our lives and some we need to change sooner than others. It isn't always about race, it could be about anything that we don't consider "normal." And what is "normal"? is there such a thing as "normal"? If there is a guideline to be "normal" how come no one has never seen it? So as person I am trying to grow, be consider it of others, and to have compassion for other as well. It's easy to judge others, but it's not easy to be judged by others. I also think to myself who am I to be judging anyone anyways. That's not my job. That's the job of our creature, the Lord! In all reality that's who we should fear judgement by.

I saw this ad and just thought it was funny.

Well, Rozalynn's dance recital was great. She is getting so big. It's great to see each year and how she is improving. My son Keanul started hunter safety last week. Uggghh! But he is so excited to be able to hunt soon with Grandpa and his cousins.

Most of us at one time or another have felt like everyone is against us - like there is no one we can trust.
It's a terrible feeling to sense that the people around us are two-faced, talking behind our backs, wishing the worst for us.
The ultimate hurt is to be betrayed by someone we consider a true friend. In describing this painful experience in his life, David overshadows what Jesus Christ will endure: slander, malice from enemies, betrayal by close friends (Jn 13:18-38).
Like David, Jesus is deeply troubled and hurt by this, yet the Lord's gracious forgiveness extends even to those who betray him unto death. (Lk 23:33-34)

Dang Family

Even though I do not have a big family, boy do we have big issues. Sometimes I feel like freaking out. All I have is my mother and sister, and they drive me nuts. When they are together they are so inconsiderate.

My daughter and I went to the movies after school today. It was her treat for getting a hundred on her spelling test. After the movies I noticed my sister called me. I listened to my voice mail and she said that my mother got done with work early, and ask if we would like to eat supper tonight around 6 o'clock. It was about 5:30 when I called her back to see what was going on. When she answers; here to find out they are already at the restaurant, and getting ready to eat. They went out for fish fry. So lets just say the food comes quick.

What the @$#%! Why even bother calling me and inviting my family and I for supper. So I say to my sister I thought you said 6 o'clockish? It's 5:30!! So I tell my sister never mind. So she has my mother call me. Why is it that sometimes I'm too soft. All I wanted to say was #@$% off!! But instead I said "that's okay!" "I'll just see you guys tomorrow."

Gosh I don't know how I am related to these people. I swear! It's just rude to call someone and invite them for supper. Then say, "Sorry! we are already getting ready to eat!! Okay I'm done venting. Have a good night .

Dancing Princess

This is a picture of my daughter Rozalynn in her tap dance costume. Today was dance rehearsal and than picking up her pictures. Rozalynn is so excited for Saturday. It's the big day of dance!

They handed out certificates tonight. She was so proud to get her 3 year dance certificate. She giggles with excitement when she heard her name being called. I can't believe it's been 3 years already! Time goes by so fast sometimes.

I can remember her first year of ballet, she was 4 years old. She looked so cute in that maroon and white tutu. Now she has been doing tap dancing for 2 years. She's getting pretty good. Still a little shy at first, than just shines at end.

DUMB and DUMBER

The two guys that I work with are driving me nut! One is slow and the other is slower. Why is it that they have to be talk to as if they are 13 years-old. Now, one of the guys, John, is so slow a turtle could pass him. But yet my boss reminds me of my son's second grade teacher. "I will talk to him again get him back on track." GET HIM BACK ON TRACK!! What the @$#%!! Shouldn't he know what is excepted out of him after 3 years of service? Shouldn't he know that this job is not rocket science? Shouldn't he know that he should time mange his time better? Shouldn't he know not to take 3 half-hour breaks? Why should you have to give the talk to a person every 3 months, weeks, what ever because they are being slow. The other guy, Paulo, is so annoying and non- stop talking about stupid stuff. You just got to tune him out. Well time to get ready for work. YEAH!! WORK!!

SURFS - UP

I was just looking at some pictures. Seeing how I live in Wisconsin. Wouldn't it be exciting to do this daily!

No shirt, No shoes, No service, Thank You

Today as I was on my way to meet family for lunch. I saw this man in his yard with no shirt on. I seriously think that he should be fined with indecent exposure! Who wants to see a big, fat, hairy belly hanging over shorts. Yuk! gives you the willies. But, you can't help to sit back and wonder. Does he think this is appealing? or he probably doesn't care! I have to say bravo for him not to care what others think. But, my goodness, put a shirt on. Same goes for these over weight women that put on bikinis. I know you might be proud of the way you look, but come on. Have some dignity, and put something on. Not everyone wants to see all of you. Got to have some secrets in your life. Please let that be one of them!

Sorry I haven't wrote anything this weekend! Been busy trying to hunt down a mother's day card. But I found one for my mother something as simple as possible. And I have been sick. Caught something. Yuk!
As I'm also planning a trip in October to Montana with my in-laws. I don't like that word, in-law, now that I think of it. It should be called extended family. In-law sound so impersonal don't it? I love my husband's family. I know this is not the case for some. But my extended family is so inviting and I love spending time with them. I am very excited about this trip with the just the girls. Oh did I mention no kids!! I think that I am more at home with my extended family than when I am with my own family. How crazy is that? If my mother and sister was to ask me to go on a 7 day vacation with them. I think I would have to really think about. Sad, but true. I would have to think about it.
Have a good day.

Card for Momma

Mother's day is coming soon. I hate trying to go buy that perfect card that is suppose to describe your mother. It's nerve racking! Especially if your mother is not a "Hallmark mother." You know, the ones that are a bit crazy. Okay maybe that wasn't nice. She not all crazy, she just not the mother that is described in any cards yet!! But, when I find that card I will share it. Oh I will!! Not only is buy a card bad enough it's buying the gift! But I will pray for myself that I find that crazy mother of mine a good gift. I truly love my mom. I do really.

The Images of Mother

4 years old- My mommy can do anything!

8 years old- My mom knows alot! A whole lot!

12 years old- My mother doesn't really know quite everything!

14 years old- Naturally, Mother doesn't know that, either?

16 years old- Mother? She's hopelessly old fashioned.

18 years old- That old women? She's way out of date!

25 years old- Well, she mightknow a little bit about it.

30 years old- Before we decide, let's get Mom's opinon.

45 years old- Wonder what mom would have thought about it?

65 years old- Wish I could talk it over with Mom....
I found this in my email today just wanted to share it.

Tapping away!!

Yesterday I took my daughter to the nursing home for dance. At the end of the dance year before the big recital we go to one of the nursing homes around the area and preform for them. Not only is this fun for some kids, but I know the older people love this. You can hear some of them say, "Oh look at that costume or oh isn't she cute!" The home we went to was enough to say to yourself gees! I hope my children send me here when I get old. Isn't it funny, but yet scary that are children will be taking care of us when we get to that point in our life. It sometimes make you think if you should give your kids a little more desert!!

I was watching Oprah today. On her show today was a women that was mentally and physically abused by her husband for more than 10yrs. I think to myself thank God that I have ever been with a man like that. Even though I have been with some real winner myself. I guess what I don't understand is why do women stay with men that are down right evil? And that is exactly what it is EVIL! I guess I have been blessed in a since of knowing my worth as a women. That I am thankful for finding and being blessed with a loving, encouraging, supporting, nurturing husband.

I guess today I would just like to pray for all the women that are out there.
All the women that are being abuse by a husband, a boyfriend, a friend, or family member.
I pray today this is the day you say that is enough.
I pray that you say to yourself you are worthy!
I pray that you say to yourself I am a strong women, a smart women, a beautiful women, and I deserve better than this!
I pray that God is in your heart. That you trust in him to lead you.
I pray that you find yourself, and love yourself, and know you are not alone.
I pray for you to be blessed and be fruitful in the life you are meant to have!
Amen!

Sometimes allowing yourself to cry is the scariest thing you'll ever do.
And the bravest.
It takes a lot of courage to face the facts,
stare loss in the face,
bare your heart,
and let it bleed.
But it is the only way to cleanse your wounds and prepare them for healing.
God will take care of the rest.

-Barbara Johnson

Lazy Sunday

What a great lazy Sunday! It was a very nice day. Partly cloudy, not to cold, not to warm, just right. Sit on the back porch with family and watching the kids play in the backyard. One of those moments in life that you take a mental picture and just hold onto.

I took Rozalynn to get her picture taken today. What a cutey! so proud to be in her custom for dance. As the photographer was getting ready to take her picture she said "Okay, smile!" But she was already gleaming with anticipation so then she looked and said " Look at you! your an old pro, don't need to tell you when to smile." Roz even gleamed more. How big she is getting. I remember when she was a baby she hated to get her pictures taken. Nothing like a cranky baby that you can't get to smile. Not even for a cookie. Guess cookies can't buy you everything!

Today I had a great day with my hubby. I love the times we spend with each other. Today we went and did a little shopping, lunch, and dinner. Wonderful, wonderful day. It's been nice and relaxing. Yesterday was a stressful day.
My day started off on the wrong foot. Work sucked. Sometimes I wish I could trade in my co-workers. I work in a small lab with a couple of lazy guys. I don't understand some men. Why do they have to be reminded what there job details after 3 years of service? I don't understand. Some of the job is like laundry if you put it off it just keeps piling up. Because we have the same work day in and day out. So why is it that they need to be reminded to do there jobs? It reminds me of my son when he was in grade school. You know when you had to remind them to pay attention in class, and stop talking, and stop jump, etc....
So then I get home from work and my son gives me his weekly report card. And I almost jumped out of my skin. The only thing I could think of saying is what the @$$! It was the worst one ever. 4 F's, 1 D+ !!! What the heck is that? So as my hubby and I proceed to give the talk of what is going and life bit. We leave to go for supper. Can't find my daughter Roz. After school she wanted to play outside with her friends. No where to be found. Sheer panic sets in after 10 minutes of going to peoples doors and driving around. 20 minutes later we find her in one of the neighbor girls house playing. Of course the last place you think of. So needless to say both my 2 lovely children are grounded this weekend and driving me crazy!!! Joys of motherhood sometimes.

Sometimes I wonder why does some days feel harder than other days? One day your as happy as can be. No worries, not a care in the world, just enjoying life. And other days you're like when is this day going to be over with! I think today is one of those days of when is this day going to be over with. As I am balancing out our check book(fun fun). Not looking so good for this week. Why is it when you have kids it seems as though you never have money? Okay maybe I won't put all the blame on them. Well not today anyways. It's just sometimes you work so hard for your money and for what? It to be gone within a few seconds. Crazy!! I think I need to start simplifying my life. I have been taking baby steps though. I love playing bingo. I would go every Sunday. It was my time, a break from the kids. But financially it was breaking the bank. So I have been clean and sober for almost a month now. But now I have no my time. I need to think of something I can do that is my time. My husband tell me to find a hobby. But what hobby can I do that doesn't cost me any money? that's what I would like to know!

As my daughter went to give my husband a kiss good night. She says to him " I need to go to bed I have a big day tomorrow!" My husband says " Do you mean date?" She says "No Dad" " A big day." " I have school and dance class tomorrow." she said with such excitement. Just think if everyone was that excited for the next day. That is just an example of the energetic personality she has. Just vibrant and electrifying. Everything is just exciting and new. She is 6 years old and she is showing me what life should be all about. The joy of it. How blessed I am to have 2 wonderful kids. Thank you Lord.

I was going down memory lane the other day. Thinking about when my sister and I were younger and some of the stupid stuff we did. Not to mention that my sister is older than me. She would talk me into doing some stupid stuff. Just like the Christmas Story movie. I too have stuck my tongue onto a metal fence in the winter. As I was stuck there my sister laughing hysterically and then running off leaving me there. Or the time she was learning to ride a bike and ran me over, because she said she couldn't turn. One of things I loved as a child was running around the neighborhood playing outside until dark. What great times! I had a lot of great times with my sister when we were younger. Now like some sisters the teenage years were not as great. A lot of fighting over clothes, shoes, and almost everything in between. Since we have grown are friendship has grown too. But sometimes I think I was adopted into this family. Because I am sooooo different than my sister and my mother. There way of thinking is sometimes so out there and so far fetch. I can't believe we are from the same blood line, household, or even raised the same. I love my family with all my heart. Just that my sister has so much drama in her life. It's like she lives for it. And my mother sometimes is so self centered and thinks of nothing but money. Yes she is a gold digger, but she hasn't struck gold yet. Crazy!! Like all families this family has dysfunction too.