What have I gotten myself in to?

Tomorrow in the a.m. I am going in for a spray tan, manicure and express pedicure. I am not sure what to expect. I don't like people messing with me. I fear I will leave this place looking like a carrot. YIKES!! It will be worth it just to spend time with my sister and do a little shopping without the youngsters around. I'm freaking out. I wish I had a big super hero cape, I'd feel better about the whole thing.

Another movie I do not like is "Breakfast Club" Give me a break. Oh, and here's a good one. I am going to a Super Bowl party and I don't even know who is playing. How bad is that?

Not everyone can have sport knowledge. I am a cheerleader at heart. Go Team!!

Does a person really need a theme song?

Today at work I was talking with my good friend Tawnya and somehow or another, we got on the topic of my theme song. I never thought about it. Now I must find the perfect theme song that embraces the essence of who I am and what I am about. Great- I am totally befuddled now. I can tell you it won't be any of the songs off the "Footloose" sound track.

I detest Footloose. One of the lows of 1984 if you ask me. I mean really, do any of us know a boy who after getting blown off by a girl, would go to an abandoned factory only to let go of his angst and frustration through dance- Come on, Man! And the girl was nasty. And to think they are remaking this gem- give me a break!!

My dear friend Sandy, knowing how much i loath footloose, sent me a little present this morning-- My very own DVD of FOOTLOOSE. Yes, happy Friday to Robin. And my coworkers wanted to watch it. My saving grace- my trusty ipod.

Back to this theme song thing. Maybe shiny, happy people by the B-52's or I'll be you by the Replacements. Maybe Beautiful Day by u2. Realistically, I think it would have to be, I Am, by Nicole Nordeman. It is one of my most favorite songs and every time I hear it I cry. She also has a song called Legacy which is also a favorite. I cry when I hear this one as well. These songs kind of just remind me of why I am here and as a child of God what my roll is and how I am supposed to live this life. Screwing up is something I do really well. At least I know through this life God's grace and love is unending.

Hit itunes and take a listen to I Am and Legacy. You'll be glad you did. Have tissues handy.

Have a most delightful weekend!!

Go O-C Wrestling, Boys and Girls Basketball, Speech team----------We love the Knights!!

A little of this and that

It's Friday- YAHOO!!

Last night, my delightful friend, Tawnya came over after work. We had a lovely visit and she made the most wonderful dinner at my home. She made a Sicilian pasta sauce that was deeeeeeeeeelightful!! But what was more delightful, was just having time to visit. I see her everyday at work but it's like we're pool balls on a pool table and we bump in to each other only long enough to say, "Hi" and that's it. It's like that with a lot of my friends. I really find that I am missing them. These are quality people that I care for a great deal. I really wish we had more time to get together. I am thankful that I do get to see them on a day to day basis.

Tonight I am going to a Pampered Chef party at my dear friend, Sandy's house. I am looking to visiting with adults.

Randoms:

I don't have a big brother, but if I could choose a big bro, I'd pick Bono.

I am afraid of birds- especially sea gulls.

If I had to go to the musical, "CATS" it would be pure torture.

The letter that Jenna and Barbara Bush wrote to the Obama girls made me cry.

Whenever I order food from a restaurant (and this can be fast-food or a nice restaurant) 9 times out of 10 they will give me the wrong thing. If you don't believe me, ask my husband or Sandy.

I once played a mime in a high school musical ( Barnum)

I am afraid of vomit.

I wanted to be an artist.

I'd love to be a wedding planner.

Face lifts for men are just wrong - Look at Kenny Rogers, Wayne Newton and Mickey Rourke for example.

High maintenance people drain the life right out of me and I tend to avoid them at all cost.

I enjoy talking to people from the Greatest Generation. There is a wealth of knowledge there.

4 and 5 year olds are the smartest people on the planet.

Hows that for a random post.

Have a terrific weekend. God Bless!

Is this Bono thing a little unhealthy?

Hello Friends. It's hump day and I am excited about the weekend. It will be here before you know it.

As I said in my last post, I noticed that Bono's hair was a little bit longer and I thought that a new cd was on the way. Well, as I read yesterday's O.W.H., there was a little blip in the living section on U2. And guess what? They are coming out with a new single, "Get Your Boots On" which will go on sale Feb. 13th. The album, "No Line On The Horizon" comes out on March 3. Whew- Hooo!!!!!
Now, if Bono continues with the hair growth thing (his hair is usually on the longer side while touring) U2 should hit the Mid-west in about 18- 24 months. I am raising the roof right now-whoop-whoop!!

Okay, there is something a little troubling in the fact that I kinda now all this U2 stuff. Crazed fan perhaps. Is it a little strange that I know Bono's birthday is May 10Th and Larry Mullin Jr.'s is on Halloween? My coffee table book is actually a book on U2. Little bit creepy.

I have been a fan since I first heard "New Years Day" in 1982. Through the bad highlights and Bono's super mullet, I have been a fan. I went through a period when I was disenchanted with him and I thought he'd gotten a bit too cocky and full of himself- The selfish 30's.

He's turned it around. He has been and advocate for many ever since he hit the high road of fame. He's a family man. He has been married to his wife longer than he's been famous. And, I am sure he is a Christian. I even have a photo of him with the "Women of Faith" ladies. Not that a photo is proof- but I feel pretty confident in saying that he knows Jesus.

So anyway, I look forward to Tim and I taking our kiddos to the concert in a year or two. We saw them last time they were in Omaha and it was delightful. Very clean entertainment. Tim enjoyed it as much as I did. I'm fired up.

I may have to make a list of my favorite U2 songs one of these days.

Have a wonderful night.

MLK Day - What will tomorrow bring?

"I do not know what tomorrow will bring, but I know Who will bring tomorrow."
Martin Luther King Jr.

Tomorrow we usher in a new president. A new administration. A new view. New hope. We are in the midst of history being made. As I watched t.v. last night and saw the sea of people on the mall in D.C., it really hit me- Big Changes Ahead. I am a creature of habit. I don't know what the next 4 years will bring. I will admit that I am ultra conservative and didn't vote for President elect Obama. I do know, however, that the Bible says that we are to support and respect our leaders. I will pray for this administration. I will pray that God gives Obama and his posse the wisdom to do what is right for the people of this country as well as all over the world and that their actions would be honorable before God.

Who knows what will happen. Maybe change is a good thing.

I was totally jazzed to see Bono, The Edge, Larry Mullin Jr. and Adam Clayton rockin' it at the Lincoln Memorial last night. I noticed that Bono's hair isn't quite as short which means they are probably putting finishing touches on a new CD. I wonder when the tour will start up. U2 has the best concerts. Something to look forward to.

Have a rockin' day!

And it started by sleeping in.

This is how my day started. Sleeping in until 7:45. It would have been great if it had not been a work day. I had 15 min. to make it on time. I called the school secretary, told her that my alarm didn't go off today and frantically ran to take a shower.

There was no way I would go to work without showering. I work with small children and me coming in with bed-head would scar them for life.

After quickly washing up I jumped out of the shower, decided what I had time to do with my face and ended up choosing moisturizer, eye cream, powder and mascara. I won't even go into the whole hair thing- I will say the hair was hopeless.

I made to work by 8:15. When I flew into the room, Becky (the preschool teacher) looked at me and laughed. So did my other co-workers. I looked like a deer in the headlights with bad hair and a very pail face. At least I brought a smile to there faces- I aim to bring joy to the masses.

By the end of the day I looked old, tired and haggard. But in the end I know I made a few people laugh and many feel better about themselves.

It was a good day!

Blogs I dig!!

Happy Sunday!!

I am constantly amazed at how quickly the weekend goes by. My family had a lovely laid back, no where to go weekend. I enjoy quiet weekends.

Friday we had a bit of sleet and snow. I was at a class in a neighboring town (this is an actual college class- for real credits- as in 3 credits. Which is big for me seeing as I haven't actually taken a college coarse since my Corcoran days in D.C. This, I hate to admit was over 15+ years ago- YIKES!!) and we were allowed to leave early because of the weather. I met my husband at school right before it was time to pick up the kids. We went home, put on our lounge wear and I made tacos. We headed down to the basement and were going to watch a movie but there was a barrage of cursing the first 30 seconds in. We ended up watching Wife Swap and Super Nanny. I love watching these shows because with wife swap my kids will usually say, "Mom, I am so glad your my mom and not those ladies." During Super Nanny I end up telling my kids how thankful I am that they are my kids. W.S. and S.N. didn't disappoint. We also made popcorn in the "WhirlyPop". This was a Christmas gift from my very cool sister. She even got it in red!! I have been wanting one forever.

Saturday, we went to the library and that was about it. We had double feature night as well. Mia and I watched the new American Girl movie. It was about being bullied. It was well done and had a great message. I encourage you to check it out- especially if you have a girl in elementary school. Jack and Dad watch an Indiana Jones flick. We made kettle corn in the Whirly and had a delightful evening.

Today we went to church. The sermon was on forgiveness. It was totally something I needed to hear because I have had some difficulties with this as of late. God's forgiveness is constant. So why is it that I hold grudges? How can I expect to ask for forgiveness if I can't forgive others? I am so thankful for this sermon today. I can honestly say that I am at peace with myself. Forgiving is very freeing. Holding on to crap weighs you down and makes you miserable.

After church we came home at and took naps. Naps are wonderful. Tim put up the new weight bench so we can build up our strength. I am hoping that I won't cop out and make up lame excuses not to use it. We also play the game BLOKUS. This is a great game and is quick. It doesn't involve reading which is good for younger players. In fact, I will be playing it again once I get this blog finished.

Oh, my post is about some of the blogs I dig. I encourage you to take the time to check them out. They are worth your time.

http://hereandnow06.blogspot.com/

http://noahsteven.blogspot.com/

http://jesusandtheatheist.blogspot.com/

http://www.beckynovacek.typepad.com/

http://pleasesirblog.blogspot.com/

http://highdeserthome.blogspot.com/

Take a peek. I hope you enjoy them- I do.

I have lost 2 lbs. This is big. I am sure it's just the pan of fudge I polished off during the holidays. It's a start though. I am not going to lie to you- it has been hard. I am so use to eating candy on a daily basis. I am totally going through withdrawal. I will carry on-- baby steps, baby steps.

Have a great week!

Happy New Day!!!

Happy New Year- or rather, Happy New Day!!

I have been thinking how we celebrate each new year- a celebration which happens but once a year. We should be celebrating every day. Life is to be lived- lived to the best of our ability. So, instead of a New Year's Resolution Here is my "New Day" resolution. Should I screw up, tomorrow is a new day- a fresh start.

1. Be thankful- every day.
2. Be kind and thoughtful- every day
3. Be respectful- every day
4. Be a better listener- every day
5. Laugh- every day
6. Enjoy life- every day
7. Eat healthy-every day
8. Exercise- every day
[The next two are the most important]
9. Read the Bible -Every day
10. Grow in my walk with the Lord- every day

I am very certain I will screw this up. But like I said, each day is a new beginning. With God all things are possible.