Thursday, June 30, 2011
me
i have nothing to hide. i am an open book. there is nothing i wont share. there is no one i wont care for. my life is a learning experience. i have asked for very little. i want to be happily loved. i want to see everything. i want to try everything. i want to feel what green feels like. i want to be adored. i want to share your passions. i want...to dance in the kitchen.
Today in history
1953- The first Chevrolet Corvette rolled off the assembly line
1972- The first Leap second is added to the UTC time system economies
1990- East and West Germany merge their
1997-The United Kingdom transfers sovereignty Hong Kong to the peoples Republic of China
TRIVIA !
1972- The first Leap second is added to the UTC time system economies
1990- East and West Germany merge their
1997-The United Kingdom transfers sovereignty Hong Kong to the peoples Republic of China
TRIVIA !
A man of worth...
I have the sweetest friend. He reads my emotions without me having to say a word. He reads my heart and never judges me.
He is an exceptional friend and a wonderful man.
He makes me lunch, he knows just when I need that huge hug or just a gentle hand. He is all about his family; plans and attends amazing activities.
He shares his life with all his friends, we know all his dirt!
He is the perfect man! I adore him! His one and only flaw.....
He is only 26! The women his age may be too immature to appreciate his value. But he is, truly a man of worth. I am grateful to know there are truly such men in the world.
He is an exceptional friend and a wonderful man.
He makes me lunch, he knows just when I need that huge hug or just a gentle hand. He is all about his family; plans and attends amazing activities.
He shares his life with all his friends, we know all his dirt!
He is the perfect man! I adore him! His one and only flaw.....
He is only 26! The women his age may be too immature to appreciate his value. But he is, truly a man of worth. I am grateful to know there are truly such men in the world.
What the ****!
Girls fall in love with what they hear. Boys fall in love with what they see. That's why girls wear makeup; and boys lie.
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Relinquishing Control
Each one of us wants control over our lives. To make the choices, to choose the things that make us...us. But we all give that control away, in verrying degrees, to others.
We let them dictate how we feel, what we do, how we live our lives. We give them the ability, even the right to manipulate our actions, thoughts, happiness ... our way of life.
I have asked each of my children if they will smoke cigarettes. The have each said no. I asked them how they know they won't. They each have told me, they already made that choice.
So is that the key in setting your boundries? Setting our choice,our own personal controle, on any area? To set those personal controls prior to the area becoming an issue. Will we stick by our oun desire? Not to be persuaded by someone elses influence over us.
Would that give us the power to not be affected by others actions? The power to not feel the emotions of someone elses carelessness or thoughtlessness or hurtfulness? Would this give us the power to make and follow through with our goals in life; our personal happiness?
Would taking on this personal control give us the power to be who we want to be?
Just in one day, I saw those around me being totally affected by others in their lives. Choices that others were carelessly making, that cause pain, greef, low self esteem, powerlessness, sadness and self doubt. Why?
Perhaps we each need to take back personal control. Take back the power to be who we are. Stop letting others dictate our lives. We each need to make the choices for our selves, prior to facing the issue. So when that stumbling block is imposed in our life path, right infront of us, we will be able to step over it. Not letting others to disrupt who we are or how we feel about ourselves.
No one else has the right to cause pain, hurt, insecurity or lack of self in us. Let's take back that personal control, our personal power. Our right to be ourselves.
We let them dictate how we feel, what we do, how we live our lives. We give them the ability, even the right to manipulate our actions, thoughts, happiness ... our way of life.
I have asked each of my children if they will smoke cigarettes. The have each said no. I asked them how they know they won't. They each have told me, they already made that choice.
So is that the key in setting your boundries? Setting our choice,our own personal controle, on any area? To set those personal controls prior to the area becoming an issue. Will we stick by our oun desire? Not to be persuaded by someone elses influence over us.
Would that give us the power to not be affected by others actions? The power to not feel the emotions of someone elses carelessness or thoughtlessness or hurtfulness? Would this give us the power to make and follow through with our goals in life; our personal happiness?
Would taking on this personal control give us the power to be who we want to be?
Just in one day, I saw those around me being totally affected by others in their lives. Choices that others were carelessly making, that cause pain, greef, low self esteem, powerlessness, sadness and self doubt. Why?
Perhaps we each need to take back personal control. Take back the power to be who we are. Stop letting others dictate our lives. We each need to make the choices for our selves, prior to facing the issue. So when that stumbling block is imposed in our life path, right infront of us, we will be able to step over it. Not letting others to disrupt who we are or how we feel about ourselves.
No one else has the right to cause pain, hurt, insecurity or lack of self in us. Let's take back that personal control, our personal power. Our right to be ourselves.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
Summer Solstice
Tuesday June 21st 2011
Twi: 4:50am
Sunrise: 5:19am
Sunset: 7:41pm
Twi: 8:10pm
Moonrise: 11:34pm
Moonset: 11:04am
Day length: 14h 22
Sunny
High: 108° F
Low: 79° F
Precip: 0%
Sol + stice derives from a combination of Latin words meaning "sun" + "to stand still." As the days lengthen, the sun rises higher and higher until it seems to stand still in the sky.
As a major celestial event, the Summer Solstice results in the longest day and the shortest night of the year.
I don't know much about it, but with Goddesses and fairies, ancient folklore, mystery and romance, what's not to love?
I believe if we added more of the charm and romantic notions back into our everyday culture that modernization has lost, we would have less stress, more interaction, more happiness and just plain "More" to our lives.
I have the day off, so I plan on making the most of the longest day of the year. After all there are never enough reasons to celebrate!
Twi: 4:50am
Sunrise: 5:19am
Sunset: 7:41pm
Twi: 8:10pm
Moonrise: 11:34pm
Moonset: 11:04am
Day length: 14h 22
Sunny
High: 108° F
Low: 79° F
Precip: 0%
Sol + stice derives from a combination of Latin words meaning "sun" + "to stand still." As the days lengthen, the sun rises higher and higher until it seems to stand still in the sky.
As a major celestial event, the Summer Solstice results in the longest day and the shortest night of the year.
I don't know much about it, but with Goddesses and fairies, ancient folklore, mystery and romance, what's not to love?
I believe if we added more of the charm and romantic notions back into our everyday culture that modernization has lost, we would have less stress, more interaction, more happiness and just plain "More" to our lives.
I have the day off, so I plan on making the most of the longest day of the year. After all there are never enough reasons to celebrate!
Saturday, June 18, 2011
The best parts of today!
Watching the sun rise as I drove to work. Having lunch with a friend. Finding the only other person on earth that dislikes Panda Express the way I do. Having friends text me all day. My kids being loud and fun, because they are kids. Celtic Radio on Pandora. Being reminded of "A magnificent compliment" that was once given. And a new one received today. Strawberries. My daughter enjoying new hair fashion and make up!!! Clean bedding, smooth legs and the hopes of a sleeping pill!
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Lunar Views
I have a new app for my iPhone. That gives me lots of information about the moon. I rather like it!
And Google did a great article on the blood red Lunar Eclipse
But even with all the great technology that I have at my finger tips. The view of the Moon tonight was the very best from the hammock in my back yard!
Just Saying!
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
The things that matter
Sometimes I wish that I could cut through all the unimportant things in life. And just give my attention and attendance to the truly important things.
What would life be like if the petty could be done away with, and the things that really matter were what we focused on.
Service, kindness, generosity, love. Wouldn't those give way to endless amounts of joy, a constant state of bliss? I want to live there! Yes, I want that, plain and simple!
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What would life be like if the petty could be done away with, and the things that really matter were what we focused on.
Service, kindness, generosity, love. Wouldn't those give way to endless amounts of joy, a constant state of bliss? I want to live there! Yes, I want that, plain and simple!
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Tuesday, June 14, 2011
A reason to keep my cloths on.
I never have a problem falling to sleep, all I have to do is sit still and I am gone. But I can never stay asleep. I am very lucky to ever get more than four hours of sleep a night.
Last night, I fell asleep around 8, and woke up nearly eight hours later!!! Maybe the missing ingredient is that I was still dressed. If I had known I could sleep so well, I would go to bed fully dressed every night!!! Who knew?!
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Last night, I fell asleep around 8, and woke up nearly eight hours later!!! Maybe the missing ingredient is that I was still dressed. If I had known I could sleep so well, I would go to bed fully dressed every night!!! Who knew?!
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Sunday, June 12, 2011
There are things I want to do in my lifetime. Things that I have not taken the opportunity to do up to this point. Some things are big and some are little. Some I want to do alone and some with others. I think that knowing what I want to do, expereance, enjoy, helps guide my path. Seeing the list, and it grows far faster than it depletes, helps me set my goals, choose the direction I take my attitude.
I chose to be happy. I chose to do the things that bring others and myself joy. I chose to feel liked, to be loved, to be happy every day.
I have chosen to surround myself with those who bring out the best in me. I will strive to serve, care for, love and delight those who are around me. I will make each day a good day. I will set goals and strive to be the best I can be each day. This is my life, I want to be happy, to enjoy, to be loved and give love. Simple!
I chose to be happy. I chose to do the things that bring others and myself joy. I chose to feel liked, to be loved, to be happy every day.
I have chosen to surround myself with those who bring out the best in me. I will strive to serve, care for, love and delight those who are around me. I will make each day a good day. I will set goals and strive to be the best I can be each day. This is my life, I want to be happy, to enjoy, to be loved and give love. Simple!
Thursday, June 9, 2011
More than what we know...
One of my dearest friends lost her dad on June 1st. She was devastated, and our hearts ache for her.
But with in that week, she also lost an uncle and a cousin. Three good men within days, moved on to do other things.
Last night my son and I talked about "Bigger Things". The "what we believe and I don't know what I believe" conversation. It always makes me long to know more. A few weeks ago Keith and I talked about God, and our perspective on the Bigger Picture. He is Baptist, I am Mormon, our views are different. But if you take what we each believe and boil it all down to the basics, I think we all believe the same elements are true.
So as my heart hurts for Christy and her sweet families losses, I do believe that there is so much more than we know. That the big picture is that beautiful mosaic, made up of little and big life events. And that the journey started long before we arrived here, and lasts long after we depart.....
I think there will be far more than what we know!
(I think that the three great men in Christy's family were needed else where. All at the same time. A new task needed to be started, and the welcome home party couldn't start until they were there together. It makes me want to see pictures of the family reunion on the other side!!)
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But with in that week, she also lost an uncle and a cousin. Three good men within days, moved on to do other things.
Last night my son and I talked about "Bigger Things". The "what we believe and I don't know what I believe" conversation. It always makes me long to know more. A few weeks ago Keith and I talked about God, and our perspective on the Bigger Picture. He is Baptist, I am Mormon, our views are different. But if you take what we each believe and boil it all down to the basics, I think we all believe the same elements are true.
So as my heart hurts for Christy and her sweet families losses, I do believe that there is so much more than we know. That the big picture is that beautiful mosaic, made up of little and big life events. And that the journey started long before we arrived here, and lasts long after we depart.....
I think there will be far more than what we know!
(I think that the three great men in Christy's family were needed else where. All at the same time. A new task needed to be started, and the welcome home party couldn't start until they were there together. It makes me want to see pictures of the family reunion on the other side!!)
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Wednesday, June 8, 2011
A Thing of Beauty
A clean and organized garage is a thing of beauty! Not only is there a place for everything, but there is room to set up the Muscle Monolith and plenty of space for Frvesnt!
Life is Good!
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Life is Good!
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Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Van Issues
As a single woman, there are some things that scare me.
Car trouble is the top on my list. And as always, what you fear bites you in the butt.
Last week as I was leaving my daughters place she said "Mom your van is leaking". I told her it would be fine it was just the power steering leak I have been dealing with forever. But half way
home I realized the temperature gauge was on HOT. So I took the next exit. I parked in a well lit, busy, visible spot. I popped the hood and took a look. I filled the overflow with water and feeling like I had everything under control, I called Steve. He always comes to save me. He and Debby came, he tinkered and looked, did some auto wonder guy stuff, said some crazy stuff about raw eggs in the radiator, then lead the way to the boy store.(I always wonder if the men who work and shop at the auto parts store are the last of a lost breed of stud muffins....sigh) We bought this magic powder in a little cylinder. He dumped it in and added h2o I made it home and then to work ... Almost. The temp was up, bur the water was still in there. By the time I entered the gates at work, my van died. Started back up, but it was not good, not good at all!
I gave in and called Bobby's husband Joe. He told me things to check. Steve texted, said he thought it was the water pump, my heart sank. After work I headed to Joe's garage. He took a look. Lifted it and took a healthy look from all angles.
He said it could be the water pump, but kept looking. He said I was the luckiest woman on earth, the went about removing two hoses. I spent time with Bobbie and Joe removed the worn and cracked hoses. When all was said and done, I spent under $100.00, Joe fixed my van and the martinez family sent me home with dinner too!! I can not tell you how delighted, and how in deep my gratitude is. My van is running just fine now. And I am touched by all the help!
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Car trouble is the top on my list. And as always, what you fear bites you in the butt.
Last week as I was leaving my daughters place she said "Mom your van is leaking". I told her it would be fine it was just the power steering leak I have been dealing with forever. But half way
home I realized the temperature gauge was on HOT. So I took the next exit. I parked in a well lit, busy, visible spot. I popped the hood and took a look. I filled the overflow with water and feeling like I had everything under control, I called Steve. He always comes to save me. He and Debby came, he tinkered and looked, did some auto wonder guy stuff, said some crazy stuff about raw eggs in the radiator, then lead the way to the boy store.(I always wonder if the men who work and shop at the auto parts store are the last of a lost breed of stud muffins....sigh) We bought this magic powder in a little cylinder. He dumped it in and added h2o I made it home and then to work ... Almost. The temp was up, bur the water was still in there. By the time I entered the gates at work, my van died. Started back up, but it was not good, not good at all!
I gave in and called Bobby's husband Joe. He told me things to check. Steve texted, said he thought it was the water pump, my heart sank. After work I headed to Joe's garage. He took a look. Lifted it and took a healthy look from all angles.
He said it could be the water pump, but kept looking. He said I was the luckiest woman on earth, the went about removing two hoses. I spent time with Bobbie and Joe removed the worn and cracked hoses. When all was said and done, I spent under $100.00, Joe fixed my van and the martinez family sent me home with dinner too!! I can not tell you how delighted, and how in deep my gratitude is. My van is running just fine now. And I am touched by all the help!
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Location:Van hero?'
Sunday, June 5, 2011
No Bake Cookies
No-Bake Chocolate, Peanut Butter & Oatmeal Cookies
Yield: 2 to 3 dozen cookies
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooling Time: 30 minutes
½ cup (1 stick) butter
2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup milk
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
½ cup peanut butter
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1. Add the first four ingredients (through the cocoa powder) to a 4-quart saucepan.
2. Bring to a rolling boil and let boil for 1 minute.
3. Remove from heat.
4. Stir in the peanut butter and vanilla until smooth, then stir in the oats.
5. Drop by heaping tablespoons onto wax paper-lined baking sheets.
6. Let cool until set.
Some Of My Favorite Things
The wind in the trees Sunsets The desert in the rain Children laughing Cookies Traveling Shoes
Sugar scrub massages 800 thread count sheets Lemon pasta Jessette's art Mark's music
Meg's stories Emmaly's Babies Cole's instaboil water Trent's love of the game Xavier Brighton KY Barns Architecture Fresh baked bread Live music Real Estate Family Dinners
Holidays with friends Ball Games Camping Drives Mr. Sneazerbowser Fresh cut grass lap top Oak Creek Clean Laundry Lemon aid Coco Moo Entertaining Sewing Hammock Time Water Spring Flowers Fall leaves Singing with kids Dah's food song iPhone
Long Distance Calls IM Family Getting cards in the mail Saving money Southern Twang Friends Chocolate Email Monsoon storms Cousins Victoria Secrets Hiking Something New
Play lists Blogging Face book Grandbabies Chick flicks Online shopping Sun rises Pillows Martinis Crunchy Old Trucks Car shows Picnics Slow Dancing Drag racing Projects History Reading Cooking Burgundy Lists Coffee Cabin Serendipity Frvesnt
Girls Night Out Green fields Family Snuggle Time Forests Tractors Peg board Love notes Giggling Secrets Holding hands Neighbors Beaches Sisters Making out Birthdays Playing in the sprinklers Parties Indoor s'mores Kisses and Hugs Smiling Being Loved
Stories Retold
Holidays with friends Ball Games Camping Drives Mr. Sneazerbowser Fresh cut grass lap top Oak Creek Clean Laundry Lemon aid Coco Moo Entertaining Sewing Hammock Time Water Spring Flowers Fall leaves Singing with kids Dah's food song iPhone
Long Distance Calls IM Family Getting cards in the mail Saving money Southern Twang Friends Chocolate Email Monsoon storms Cousins Victoria Secrets Hiking Something New
Play lists Blogging Face book Grandbabies Chick flicks Online shopping Sun rises Pillows Martinis Crunchy Old Trucks Car shows Picnics Slow Dancing Drag racing Projects History Reading Cooking Burgundy Lists Coffee Cabin Serendipity Frvesnt
Girls Night Out Green fields Family Snuggle Time Forests Tractors Peg board Love notes Giggling Secrets Holding hands Neighbors Beaches Sisters Making out Birthdays Playing in the sprinklers Parties Indoor s'mores Kisses and Hugs Smiling Being Loved
Stories Retold
Saturday, June 4, 2011
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