Sorry to all my 5 fans out there about my negligence towards my blog. I was told by one of my fans that if I didnt write soon, i would be "kicked off the island",,,and so i thought i better write something!
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I dont know how it is where you are, but here in Nashville, there is a controversy on calling "Christmas" by that name this season. It seems that some people are offended by this term and would rather it be called "holiday season." People get offended these days by anything. I'm not saying anyone is right here, but let me tell you what I witnessed today after church.
I was in line at Target with 65% of the people in Nashville buying last minute gifts for my adorable nephew, when the woman in front of me started to yell at the cash register girl. Apparently the girl told her "Happy Holidays" and the woman yelled back to her that it was her right to call it "Christmas". But to me, no matter what you call the day, there usually has some kind of Christmas spirit and joy that goes along with it. This lady was lacking any sort of cheer, and i told the girl that she did fine in handling that situation. The girl pretty much ignored the lady yelling at her and politely handed her the change. NO "Christmas" cheer was spread to that girl.
But in this mass-marketing world, have we lost sight of the true meaning of the day? I wonder if God looks down at us and thinks to himself "They missed the whole point." There is a girl in our young marrieds class who told us about a tradition her family always does on Christmas Eve. They always make a birthday cake for Jesus and sing songs to him. I thought that was really cool. SOme people laughed at the thought, but it does make sense and it is special.
And of course, being the cake lover that I am, I asked "What cake does Jesus like the most?" She told me "white cake." that figures.
I love Christmas. I love the carols at church, the family time, and watching "Christmas Vacation" at least 3 times that weekend. My favorite carol is O Holy Night. I always get chills when i hear that being played or sang. I know we all have our family traditions, some old and some new. We all have great holiday memories and not-so- great memories. There is probably nothing we can do about the mass marketing of the retail world. But we can remember the true meaning and pass it on to others.
Check out this scripture and you will get one of those "Ahh-ha!" moments:
Isaiah 1:1-18.
I won't write the whole thing, but you should read it. God talkes about the different feast and celebrations and meaningless offerings. this is kind of sad at the start, but towards the middle you can see how God wants us to come with sincere hearts to bring Him gifts. (like the wise men) And in verse 18 where it refers to "white as snow", that sounds like Christmas.
God is not impressed with all that we have made of this day with all the shopping, and fruit cakes and traffic. Have we missed the point?
This is such a special time of the year to be with your loved ones, but let's not lose sight of the greatest gift we were given from God.
And remember to bake baby Jesus a birthday cake! (figuratively or literally!)
merry CHRISTmas!
Sunday, December 18, 2005
Sunday, December 04, 2005
SEC Bound
this past weekend was my first ever trip to the SEC Championship football game. Now, of course we all know the Vols are not one of the 2 teams there because they had the crappiest season ever. This year it was LSU vs. Georgia, and so my husband was thrilled we got tickets. he was like a little kid--it was hysterical. i worked some Saturday morning(bummer) and then we left for Atlanta. I was planning on wearing my orange UT sweatshirt, but took it off before we went into the stadium. i was neutral and wore a black sweater. Ash had a red polo shirt on and was barking the whole time for the Dawgs. I was watching UGA, the mascot bulldog the whole time. i must admit the atmosphere was unbelievable and the fans were outstanding. there was a little section or 2 for LSU and then the rest was black and red. Georgia rolled over LSU to lead them to victory and a great night for Ashley. We then stayed the night at his brothers place in Atlanta and hung out with them most of today. We were talking about the fun weekend with the win and visiting family and how great things were when,,,,,,
we got a flat tire. all the wind was let out of our sails. then it began to rain. So, in the pouring rain, Ash changed the tire and then we went to eat at Shoneys. All we wanted was some strawberry pie, but they were out. so, things took a drastic turn there towards the end. so, now we are home, but Ash has a SEC title and a bid to the Sugar Bowl. He had a great weekend overall!!
ok, my favorite show "Grey's Anatomy" is on,,,,,gotta go!
love you all
we got a flat tire. all the wind was let out of our sails. then it began to rain. So, in the pouring rain, Ash changed the tire and then we went to eat at Shoneys. All we wanted was some strawberry pie, but they were out. so, things took a drastic turn there towards the end. so, now we are home, but Ash has a SEC title and a bid to the Sugar Bowl. He had a great weekend overall!!
ok, my favorite show "Grey's Anatomy" is on,,,,,gotta go!
love you all
Tuesday, November 22, 2005
Ode to Travis from his Sister
Well, I read Kel's blog and decided to write down a few of my favorite Travis memories. get ready.
1. We used to build so many forts in the living room, it was insane.
2. you can hardly find a baby picture of me that doesnt include Travis in it.
3. he wore braces for most of my adolescent life.
4. he used to fix his hair before he went to bed .(i'm talking gel, mousse, hairspray, the works)
5. he wore so much cologne to school most days that i had to rolll the windows down just to breathe.
6. we drove 15 miles an hour on the interstate to school one day in my dad's old truck. he still drives 15 mph to this day.
7. he drove all the way from Abilene to watch me play my last game at my high school. that was such a surprise and so awesome!
8. i do admit he has the most amazing voice. The next American Idol?
9. i followed him to ACU because i missed him like crazy, and it turned out to be the best decision of my life.
10. he drove me to Hendrick's Hospital in Abilene like 3 times in one year.
11. He finally asked out Kelly and she FINALLY said yes.
12. He was a rebel ONCE, and voted for Gore. (oops!)
13. he knows more history than any normal person should.
14. he was the most amazing basketball player and the most humble.
15. i also admit he has gotten funnier lately, and the boy can dance.
16. he has put up with me when he didnt have too.
17. he loves the Lord with all his heart and always puts others first.
18. we will be Braves fans till we die.
19. he and I will always love to ride four-wheelers.
20. he makes a mean milkshake.
21. he sang perfectly at my wedding, and he was the tallest person there.
22. through the worst season ever, he is still a Vols fan.
23. through 4 years of college, he never once helped me move in or out of dorms or apartments. thanks for the love. poor JP did all the heavy lifting!
24. he still lets me come into his room on Christmas morning to wake him up. Now i have to knock!:)
25. even though he is the middle child, he is the most normal one in our family.
i love you Trav--you the best brother ever and I am so blessed that you are mine!
love your most favorite sister-
Mere
1. We used to build so many forts in the living room, it was insane.
2. you can hardly find a baby picture of me that doesnt include Travis in it.
3. he wore braces for most of my adolescent life.
4. he used to fix his hair before he went to bed .(i'm talking gel, mousse, hairspray, the works)
5. he wore so much cologne to school most days that i had to rolll the windows down just to breathe.
6. we drove 15 miles an hour on the interstate to school one day in my dad's old truck. he still drives 15 mph to this day.
7. he drove all the way from Abilene to watch me play my last game at my high school. that was such a surprise and so awesome!
8. i do admit he has the most amazing voice. The next American Idol?
9. i followed him to ACU because i missed him like crazy, and it turned out to be the best decision of my life.
10. he drove me to Hendrick's Hospital in Abilene like 3 times in one year.
11. He finally asked out Kelly and she FINALLY said yes.
12. He was a rebel ONCE, and voted for Gore. (oops!)
13. he knows more history than any normal person should.
14. he was the most amazing basketball player and the most humble.
15. i also admit he has gotten funnier lately, and the boy can dance.
16. he has put up with me when he didnt have too.
17. he loves the Lord with all his heart and always puts others first.
18. we will be Braves fans till we die.
19. he and I will always love to ride four-wheelers.
20. he makes a mean milkshake.
21. he sang perfectly at my wedding, and he was the tallest person there.
22. through the worst season ever, he is still a Vols fan.
23. through 4 years of college, he never once helped me move in or out of dorms or apartments. thanks for the love. poor JP did all the heavy lifting!
24. he still lets me come into his room on Christmas morning to wake him up. Now i have to knock!:)
25. even though he is the middle child, he is the most normal one in our family.
i love you Trav--you the best brother ever and I am so blessed that you are mine!
love your most favorite sister-
Mere
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
Stressful Holidays Ahead
ok, i need some advice from all the "married longer than 3 months folks" out there. the holidays are upon us, and it seems now that since i have gotten married that I can't spend every holiday with the Speck family. I understand comprise, and I am ok with it, but there are 2 brothers and their wives, a new husband and his family, and my new husband's 2 other brothers and their wifes' family.
we always go to Memphis for Christmas, after Santa come to our house. well, this year we will be at home since my brothers and their wives are coming into town, but that leaves out my grandparents and uncle, aunt, and cousins of whom i have always celebrated christmas with! we wont be having the "fluff" this year!!! ( the fluff refers to this cranberry, whip cream, marshmallow side dish that mom always mixes up and it actually gets bigger throughout the day.) anywho, my cousin Courtney and I have never missed a fluff get together. i might have to meet her halfway inbetween Nashvegas and Memphis for some fluff.
why are holidays so stressful i thought this was supposed to be a good thing with both of our parents in town. its the immediate/extended family where things get tricky. i am looking forward to Jan. 1 already!! actually not since it is on a Sunday. no offense, but i would rather christmas and New Years be on any other day than Sunday. PLus the fact i get less time off work when it is on a Sunday. this is all beside the point,,,
i am thankful for family, and that i do have to worry about where to go for the holidays. i love each and every family member i have and will fight to keep the traditions alive!!!! i feel like i am going into battle,,,,
ok. well, if anybody has advice, let me know. its my first time to not be with family for every holiday and I am a little bummed, but overall ok.
thanks to all my peeps.
we always go to Memphis for Christmas, after Santa come to our house. well, this year we will be at home since my brothers and their wives are coming into town, but that leaves out my grandparents and uncle, aunt, and cousins of whom i have always celebrated christmas with! we wont be having the "fluff" this year!!! ( the fluff refers to this cranberry, whip cream, marshmallow side dish that mom always mixes up and it actually gets bigger throughout the day.) anywho, my cousin Courtney and I have never missed a fluff get together. i might have to meet her halfway inbetween Nashvegas and Memphis for some fluff.
why are holidays so stressful i thought this was supposed to be a good thing with both of our parents in town. its the immediate/extended family where things get tricky. i am looking forward to Jan. 1 already!! actually not since it is on a Sunday. no offense, but i would rather christmas and New Years be on any other day than Sunday. PLus the fact i get less time off work when it is on a Sunday. this is all beside the point,,,
i am thankful for family, and that i do have to worry about where to go for the holidays. i love each and every family member i have and will fight to keep the traditions alive!!!! i feel like i am going into battle,,,,
ok. well, if anybody has advice, let me know. its my first time to not be with family for every holiday and I am a little bummed, but overall ok.
thanks to all my peeps.
Saturday, November 12, 2005
Day 2 in D.C.
I think i should live in a city like D.C. for several reasons. Here are a few:
1. Only the trendiest people live here in this posh city. 'Nuff said.
2. Anyone who knows me would know i love to walk, and so here everyone walks everywhere.
3. There is a Starbucks on every corner.
4. Two of my fabulous family live here in this fabulous city.
5. At one corner are my favorite stores: Tiffany and Co., Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, J. Crew,
Jimmy Choo, Pottery Barn, and of course Starbucks.
6. I personally do not own a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes, but I will try anything once.
7. They need more Republicans here.
8. When I step out of Trav and Kel's house, I feel like I am on "Dawsons Creek."
As much as I love this city life, I will always be a Southern girl.
In Tennessee, Nashville more specifically, people say hi to you when they pass by on the street.
In Nashville, sweet tea is always on the menu.
We also have Purity chocolate milk, even though we just welcomed Blue Bell into our homes.
We have the Vols and the Titans, who combined have a total of 6 wins this season. A bit disappointing, but we still love them anyway.
Its hard to beat the good southern food.
We are building a house on the lake so we can wakeboard everyday. how cool is that?
Last but certainly not least, I met the love of my life here in Tennessee and that alone is my most favorite reason of why I love Nashville.
Peace in the middle east,
Mere
1. Only the trendiest people live here in this posh city. 'Nuff said.
2. Anyone who knows me would know i love to walk, and so here everyone walks everywhere.
3. There is a Starbucks on every corner.
4. Two of my fabulous family live here in this fabulous city.
5. At one corner are my favorite stores: Tiffany and Co., Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, J. Crew,
Jimmy Choo, Pottery Barn, and of course Starbucks.
6. I personally do not own a pair of Jimmy Choo shoes, but I will try anything once.
7. They need more Republicans here.
8. When I step out of Trav and Kel's house, I feel like I am on "Dawsons Creek."
As much as I love this city life, I will always be a Southern girl.
In Tennessee, Nashville more specifically, people say hi to you when they pass by on the street.
In Nashville, sweet tea is always on the menu.
We also have Purity chocolate milk, even though we just welcomed Blue Bell into our homes.
We have the Vols and the Titans, who combined have a total of 6 wins this season. A bit disappointing, but we still love them anyway.
Its hard to beat the good southern food.
We are building a house on the lake so we can wakeboard everyday. how cool is that?
Last but certainly not least, I met the love of my life here in Tennessee and that alone is my most favorite reason of why I love Nashville.
Peace in the middle east,
Mere
Friday, November 11, 2005
Day One in Washington
MY LEGS ARE DESTROYED!!
I have walked about 10 miles today in Washington and I have no feeling in my lower extremities. Travis had the day off and took Ash and I on a tour of D.C. I had been here for their wedding in 2000 and for my 21st b-day,(for those of you who were there, that was a memorable experience! ) and so I was looking forward to the refresher course given by my elder brother. We started our day at this bagel shop, which from here on out will be called the "Bagel Nazi". I was slow to figure out what i wanted for a snacky and he was screaming "NEXT!!!!" We then went to Starbucks, where you always feel at home no matter where you are visiting. Thus, we had fuel for the journey. Here we go....
before i go on, my brother has a leg span of either a cheetah or gazelle, and so as he is gliding through the city, i am basically sprinting to keep up with him. he took us to the National Museum of Archives (for the unpatriotic--this is the home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, and where "National Treasure" was filmed) ok, it wasnt filmed here, but now you get a mental picture of where we are located.
From there we went to the White House to see where George lays his head at beddy- bye time and got some great shots. (pictures--that is. by the way, not a good idea to yell "snyper" in front of the White House. Ash yelled it when i tripped on the sidewalk, caught my balance, but looked behind me to see what it was that caused my trip. you all know what i am talking about because you do the same thing. Ash said "Did a snyper get you?" no, dear.
I have walked about 10 miles today in Washington and I have no feeling in my lower extremities. Travis had the day off and took Ash and I on a tour of D.C. I had been here for their wedding in 2000 and for my 21st b-day,(for those of you who were there, that was a memorable experience! ) and so I was looking forward to the refresher course given by my elder brother. We started our day at this bagel shop, which from here on out will be called the "Bagel Nazi". I was slow to figure out what i wanted for a snacky and he was screaming "NEXT!!!!" We then went to Starbucks, where you always feel at home no matter where you are visiting. Thus, we had fuel for the journey. Here we go....
before i go on, my brother has a leg span of either a cheetah or gazelle, and so as he is gliding through the city, i am basically sprinting to keep up with him. he took us to the National Museum of Archives (for the unpatriotic--this is the home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, Bill of Rights, and where "National Treasure" was filmed) ok, it wasnt filmed here, but now you get a mental picture of where we are located.
From there we went to the White House to see where George lays his head at beddy- bye time and got some great shots. (pictures--that is. by the way, not a good idea to yell "snyper" in front of the White House. Ash yelled it when i tripped on the sidewalk, caught my balance, but looked behind me to see what it was that caused my trip. you all know what i am talking about because you do the same thing. Ash said "Did a snyper get you?" no, dear.
we went to the Washington Monument, (the big pencil), the WWII memorial, Lincoln Memorial, and got a hot dog one of the 24 stands outside the monuments. cool thing though--while we were at the WWII memorial, 3 big helicopters went over us. they are the ones that carry Bush to and from the WHite House. that was neato.
second to the last stop was the Smithsonian museum of American History. this was a great eye-opener to remember the freedom is not free and never has been. When we left there it was almost dark and we were meeting Kelly for dinner at 6:30, but we had one more stop to make our tour complete. we had to go see the Jefferson Memorial. Problem was that is was about a mile from where we were at. i was gung ho--Ash and Trav mumbled under their breath, but we carried on. We made it there and back to meet Kel in about 45 minutes. not bad.
so, after a good meal to reenergize us and 3 desserts (this was my idea!), we walked back to see the White House at night. Maybe they will have another White House Christmas special with Nick and Jessica Simpson. One can only dream.
well, time to lay my weary head down for a few hours before Day 2 comes. Tennessee plays Memphis tomorrow, maybe we will actually win this one. Again, one can only dream.
goodnight--sleeptight.
Friday, November 04, 2005
Shower Techniques
ok,
sorry i haven't written in awhile, i just feel there is nothing interesting in my life these days. i could tell you about the stories of different people with amazingly disgusting teeth that come into my office, or tell you about how my husband uses the space in between his teeth as the perfect home for a straw, but you dont care about that do you?
for those of you who know me, this may come as a shock. i have been sneezing my head off for a couple of days now. today i woke up to my right eye being swollen and i am very tired. so, my cold season has officially begun and will last until usually end of March only to come back mid-April for the spring allergies. does anyone else sneeze as much as i do? everytime i go into one of my fits that has 10-12 sneezes, Ash is like "Mere--quit doing that!". um, ok Ashley. make your tooth grow back. you cant right?? neither can i!!! geez. men.
saw that movie "in her shoes" with Kandace the other night. great movie, great company, and a fun girls night out. we ate 2 baskets of chips at chili's before the movie. for those of you who havent seen it, cameron diaz and her bottom are shown frequently throughout the movie. halfway through it, kandace goes "i wish i looked like her." kandace is almost 6 feet tall, long flowing blond hair, gorgeous figure and face, and has the most amazing personality ever. i wanted to throw my popcorn tub on her head. she would have looked gorgeous with popcorn in her head anyway. good friends are few and far between, and i know we are so thankful for the good girlfriends we have in our lives.
quick palmer (my adorable nephew) story. kim said he picked up a picture of me and said " i love Aunt Mere." and hugged the frame!!!! are you serious!! how freakin cute is that!!!!!
ok, well i have to go back to bed because my head feels like it is going to explode from all the snot in it, but before i go i want you to read this email ash sent me about the differences in men's and women's shower techniques and let me know if this is true for you. it is for me.
love to all.
> *How To Shower Like a Woman: > >
Take off clothing and place it in sectioned laundry hamper according to >lights and darks. > >
Walk to bathroom wearing long dressing gown. >
>If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas. >
>Look at your womanly physique in the mirror - make mental note to do more >sit-ups/leg-lifts, etc. >
>Get in the shower. >
>Use face cloth, arm cloth, leg cloth, long loofah,wide loofah and pumice >stone. >
>Wash your hair once with cucumber and sage shampoo with 43 added vitamins. >
>Wash your hair again to make sure it's clean. >
>Condition your hair with grapefruit mint conditioner enhanced. >
>Wash your face with crushed apricot facial scrub for 10 minutes until red. >
>Wash entire rest of body with ginger nut and jaffa cake body wash. >
>Rinse conditioner off hair. >
>Shave armpits and legs. Turn off shower. > >! Squeegee off all wet surfaces in shower. >
>Spray mold spots with Tilex. >
>Get out of shower. >
>Dry with towel the size of a small country. > >Wrap hair in super absorbent towel. >
>Return to bedroom wearing long dressing gown and towel on head. >
>If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas. > >
>*How To Shower Like a Man: >
>Take off clothes while sitting on the edge of the bed and leave them in a >pile. >
>Walk naked to the bathroom. >
>If you ! see wife along the way, shake wiener at her making the 'woo-woo' sound. >
>Look at your manly physique in the mirror. >
>Admire the size of your wiener and scratch your butt. >
>Get in the shower. > >Wash your face. > >Wash your armpits. >
>Blow your nose in your hands and let the water rinse them off. >
>Fart and laugh at how loud it sounds in the shower. >
>Spend majority of time washing privates and surrounding area. >
>Wash your butt, leaving those coarse butt hairs stuck on the soap. >
> Wash your hair. Make a Shampoo Mohawk. >
>Pee. >
>Rinse off and get out of shower. > >Partially dry off. >
>Fail to notice water on floor because curtain was hanging out of tub the >whole time. >
>Admire wiener size in mirror again. >
>Leave shower curtain open, wet mat on floor, light and fan on. >
>Return to bedroom with towel around waist. >
>If you pass wife, pull off towel, shake wiener at her and make the woo-woo' sound again. >
>Throw wet towel on bed. >
>If there is anyone among you who did not laugh at the truth behind this, there is something so very wrong with you. >Have a great day! And, "woo woo"!!! >
sorry i haven't written in awhile, i just feel there is nothing interesting in my life these days. i could tell you about the stories of different people with amazingly disgusting teeth that come into my office, or tell you about how my husband uses the space in between his teeth as the perfect home for a straw, but you dont care about that do you?
for those of you who know me, this may come as a shock. i have been sneezing my head off for a couple of days now. today i woke up to my right eye being swollen and i am very tired. so, my cold season has officially begun and will last until usually end of March only to come back mid-April for the spring allergies. does anyone else sneeze as much as i do? everytime i go into one of my fits that has 10-12 sneezes, Ash is like "Mere--quit doing that!". um, ok Ashley. make your tooth grow back. you cant right?? neither can i!!! geez. men.
saw that movie "in her shoes" with Kandace the other night. great movie, great company, and a fun girls night out. we ate 2 baskets of chips at chili's before the movie. for those of you who havent seen it, cameron diaz and her bottom are shown frequently throughout the movie. halfway through it, kandace goes "i wish i looked like her." kandace is almost 6 feet tall, long flowing blond hair, gorgeous figure and face, and has the most amazing personality ever. i wanted to throw my popcorn tub on her head. she would have looked gorgeous with popcorn in her head anyway. good friends are few and far between, and i know we are so thankful for the good girlfriends we have in our lives.
quick palmer (my adorable nephew) story. kim said he picked up a picture of me and said " i love Aunt Mere." and hugged the frame!!!! are you serious!! how freakin cute is that!!!!!
ok, well i have to go back to bed because my head feels like it is going to explode from all the snot in it, but before i go i want you to read this email ash sent me about the differences in men's and women's shower techniques and let me know if this is true for you. it is for me.
love to all.
> *How To Shower Like a Woman: > >
Take off clothing and place it in sectioned laundry hamper according to >lights and darks. > >
Walk to bathroom wearing long dressing gown. >
>If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas. >
>Look at your womanly physique in the mirror - make mental note to do more >sit-ups/leg-lifts, etc. >
>Get in the shower. >
>Use face cloth, arm cloth, leg cloth, long loofah,wide loofah and pumice >stone. >
>Wash your hair once with cucumber and sage shampoo with 43 added vitamins. >
>Wash your hair again to make sure it's clean. >
>Condition your hair with grapefruit mint conditioner enhanced. >
>Wash your face with crushed apricot facial scrub for 10 minutes until red. >
>Wash entire rest of body with ginger nut and jaffa cake body wash. >
>Rinse conditioner off hair. >
>Shave armpits and legs. Turn off shower. > >! Squeegee off all wet surfaces in shower. >
>Spray mold spots with Tilex. >
>Get out of shower. >
>Dry with towel the size of a small country. > >Wrap hair in super absorbent towel. >
>Return to bedroom wearing long dressing gown and towel on head. >
>If you see husband along the way, cover up any exposed areas. > >
>*How To Shower Like a Man: >
>Take off clothes while sitting on the edge of the bed and leave them in a >pile. >
>Walk naked to the bathroom. >
>If you ! see wife along the way, shake wiener at her making the 'woo-woo' sound. >
>Look at your manly physique in the mirror. >
>Admire the size of your wiener and scratch your butt. >
>Get in the shower. > >Wash your face. > >Wash your armpits. >
>Blow your nose in your hands and let the water rinse them off. >
>Fart and laugh at how loud it sounds in the shower. >
>Spend majority of time washing privates and surrounding area. >
>Wash your butt, leaving those coarse butt hairs stuck on the soap. >
> Wash your hair. Make a Shampoo Mohawk. >
>Pee. >
>Rinse off and get out of shower. > >Partially dry off. >
>Fail to notice water on floor because curtain was hanging out of tub the >whole time. >
>Admire wiener size in mirror again. >
>Leave shower curtain open, wet mat on floor, light and fan on. >
>Return to bedroom with towel around waist. >
>If you pass wife, pull off towel, shake wiener at her and make the woo-woo' sound again. >
>Throw wet towel on bed. >
>If there is anyone among you who did not laugh at the truth behind this, there is something so very wrong with you. >Have a great day! And, "woo woo"!!! >
Tuesday, October 25, 2005
bye bye sweet tooth,,
i know the title is misleading, but i am not talking about desserts. even though, last night at the dental womens meeting, all the ladies were size 2 with 3 kids, and several numbers in their accounts. i stuck out like a sore thumb to say the least. but, i was inducted,,,the hazing was minimal. no suntan panty hose or yellow skirt spank you very much.
quick sidenote,,,,the chinese backstreet boys video that Kelly sent me,,,is that for real? i saw it on the Today show this morning. are they being serious? someone enlighten me please.
ok, back to my sweet tooth. i am referring to number 25. that is on the bottom in the middle(remember to count from the upper right to left, and then lower left to right,,everyone do that now,,,1,2,3,4,)
ever since i can remember, i have always had this yellow spot that takes up most of the tooth. i used to think it was corn that somehow magically got inside my tooth, but last year figured out that there was no corn actually IN the tooth. it was an intrinsic stain that probably occurred in some kind of fall that i took as a child. some kind of trauma happened to sweet Mere. hhmmmm,,,it could either be Randy or the gypsy kid we all know as Travis. sure he looks sweet, but you didnt know him back when.
well, i finished early today and asked my boss if he would fix it. i have always been self conscious of my tooth and have never really come out of my shell. i tend to be introverted most of the time, and so i thought i needed a change. so, as i watch Alias on TNT, Mark (my boss) numbed my lower chin and began to chisel my tooth and put white composite on there to match the other teeth. my lips felt huge and i was drooling everywhere, but he was nice and just wiped my chin. i think i heard him laugh too.
so, 26 years later, i have a new tooth to help me get back into the big world where i belong. i came home to my hubby who had just bought a pizza for us. he laughed as i could barely eat my pizza because the numbing still had not worn off. in fact, as i write this now, i am drooling down the side of my face. it is all worth it though.
everyone have a great day! me and my new tooth have some smiling to do!! (cheessssyyy!)
quick sidenote,,,,the chinese backstreet boys video that Kelly sent me,,,is that for real? i saw it on the Today show this morning. are they being serious? someone enlighten me please.
ok, back to my sweet tooth. i am referring to number 25. that is on the bottom in the middle(remember to count from the upper right to left, and then lower left to right,,everyone do that now,,,1,2,3,4,)
ever since i can remember, i have always had this yellow spot that takes up most of the tooth. i used to think it was corn that somehow magically got inside my tooth, but last year figured out that there was no corn actually IN the tooth. it was an intrinsic stain that probably occurred in some kind of fall that i took as a child. some kind of trauma happened to sweet Mere. hhmmmm,,,it could either be Randy or the gypsy kid we all know as Travis. sure he looks sweet, but you didnt know him back when.
well, i finished early today and asked my boss if he would fix it. i have always been self conscious of my tooth and have never really come out of my shell. i tend to be introverted most of the time, and so i thought i needed a change. so, as i watch Alias on TNT, Mark (my boss) numbed my lower chin and began to chisel my tooth and put white composite on there to match the other teeth. my lips felt huge and i was drooling everywhere, but he was nice and just wiped my chin. i think i heard him laugh too.
so, 26 years later, i have a new tooth to help me get back into the big world where i belong. i came home to my hubby who had just bought a pizza for us. he laughed as i could barely eat my pizza because the numbing still had not worn off. in fact, as i write this now, i am drooling down the side of my face. it is all worth it though.
everyone have a great day! me and my new tooth have some smiling to do!! (cheessssyyy!)
Monday, October 24, 2005
last week in Nashvegas, the weather was about 75-80 degrees. This week, it is like 40 degrees. this is what is bad about Nashville : there is no in-between. no gradual decline in degree change, just WHAM!!! OLD MAN WINTER IS HERE! i do love the fall season however.
This past weekend my Vols blew it again. I think we should fire everyone: players, coaches, waterboys, program writers--just clean house. To lose 6-3 to Alabama??? Give me a break!
On another subject, Ashley's friend and former roommate of 7 years, Will, had a seizure Friday night. We went up to the hospital to see him and the family. He has a brain tumor, but they think it might have stemmed from scar tissue surrounding the tumor. He is also on the experimental chemo treatment. He lost his father over a year ago, and seems to just have nothing but bad things happen to him. Please keep him in your prayers, and also his precious wife Shelby. I cant imagine what she is going through.
On a lighter note, My dad--the great Steve--had his birthday the other night. He told me he was on a diet and to not have cake, but I brought a triple chocolate cake instead. He loved it! Yes, my dessert diet surrendered a long time ago.
I had a Dental Alliance meeting tonight with other wives of dentists. It was my first, and i was asked to join. i seriously felt like i was pledging all over again!! we were talking about fundraisers, luncheons, and gala events. but when i got up to sing the Siggie song, no one else joined in,,,bunch of losers.
i am about to settle in to watch Laguna Beach. Ash and I seem to only watch MTV and the E channel. Such quality shows on those channels! in my defense, i have to know how TomKat will raise their kitten!! :)
Well, this was not funny at all, but I am feeling a bit drained at the moment. i missed Oprah today and i feel completely out of touch with the world. so, to all, have a great night and we will speak soon.
if any of you know my good friend Leslie, please have her call me. Her new "best friends" are taking up quality Mere time!! :)
LOVE
mere
This past weekend my Vols blew it again. I think we should fire everyone: players, coaches, waterboys, program writers--just clean house. To lose 6-3 to Alabama??? Give me a break!
On another subject, Ashley's friend and former roommate of 7 years, Will, had a seizure Friday night. We went up to the hospital to see him and the family. He has a brain tumor, but they think it might have stemmed from scar tissue surrounding the tumor. He is also on the experimental chemo treatment. He lost his father over a year ago, and seems to just have nothing but bad things happen to him. Please keep him in your prayers, and also his precious wife Shelby. I cant imagine what she is going through.
On a lighter note, My dad--the great Steve--had his birthday the other night. He told me he was on a diet and to not have cake, but I brought a triple chocolate cake instead. He loved it! Yes, my dessert diet surrendered a long time ago.
I had a Dental Alliance meeting tonight with other wives of dentists. It was my first, and i was asked to join. i seriously felt like i was pledging all over again!! we were talking about fundraisers, luncheons, and gala events. but when i got up to sing the Siggie song, no one else joined in,,,bunch of losers.
i am about to settle in to watch Laguna Beach. Ash and I seem to only watch MTV and the E channel. Such quality shows on those channels! in my defense, i have to know how TomKat will raise their kitten!! :)
Well, this was not funny at all, but I am feeling a bit drained at the moment. i missed Oprah today and i feel completely out of touch with the world. so, to all, have a great night and we will speak soon.
if any of you know my good friend Leslie, please have her call me. Her new "best friends" are taking up quality Mere time!! :)
LOVE
mere
Saturday, October 15, 2005
Skip all signs pointing to Elizabethtown
I should have known when i saw that Tom Cruise was one of the producers of this film.
"Cuckoo. cuckoo. cuckoo." (this is what i think of Tom.)
Ash and I saw this movie today and i was really excited about it. First of all, i love Orlando Bloom because he is Legolas from Lord of the Rings, and I fully support him in all he does. Kirsten Dunst is great, despite the fact her teeth are a bit annoying to me, but those teeth also give her character. The film was "painful to watch" as my older brother said to me. I laughed one time during the movie, but that was when Ash spilled his drink because he forgot to turn his cell phone off and it rang outloud and people "sssshhhhhhed" him. that was funny.
the soundtrack however is really good. lots of good songs. classic songs. speaking of songs, i have a job to help out my brother and his wife to put together a mixed cd of songs from 1996 for their class reunion next year. so, for all of you graduates from the class of 1996, send me your favorite song so i can put that in the cd.
well, one more thing about the movie. another funny point was when Ash had to take out his partial/retainer with a tooth in order to eat his cinnamon pretzel and so his retainer was sitting strategically on his knee. i look over and it looks like part of a Halloween costume, but soon it goes back into his mouth. All of my entertainment for the day came from him.
At least I dont have to pay 8.50 for that entertainment.
"Cuckoo. cuckoo. cuckoo." (this is what i think of Tom.)
Ash and I saw this movie today and i was really excited about it. First of all, i love Orlando Bloom because he is Legolas from Lord of the Rings, and I fully support him in all he does. Kirsten Dunst is great, despite the fact her teeth are a bit annoying to me, but those teeth also give her character. The film was "painful to watch" as my older brother said to me. I laughed one time during the movie, but that was when Ash spilled his drink because he forgot to turn his cell phone off and it rang outloud and people "sssshhhhhhed" him. that was funny.
the soundtrack however is really good. lots of good songs. classic songs. speaking of songs, i have a job to help out my brother and his wife to put together a mixed cd of songs from 1996 for their class reunion next year. so, for all of you graduates from the class of 1996, send me your favorite song so i can put that in the cd.
well, one more thing about the movie. another funny point was when Ash had to take out his partial/retainer with a tooth in order to eat his cinnamon pretzel and so his retainer was sitting strategically on his knee. i look over and it looks like part of a Halloween costume, but soon it goes back into his mouth. All of my entertainment for the day came from him.
At least I dont have to pay 8.50 for that entertainment.
Thursday, October 13, 2005
In sickness and in health,,,
these are part of the vows that i took less than 2 months ago, and already my love for my new hubby is put to the test. imagine this,,,
you come home early from work. you catch the 5 0'clock episode of ALIAS on TNT. maybe you have some coffee. maybe some ice cream, because as my husband says " if you have dessert before dinner then it is a snack. " henceforth why we continueosly fail at our diet.
then, the door opens with a mighty wind behind it. your knight in shining armor has come home from his day of slaying dragons ( or root canals) and he kneels down beside you as you lay on the couch. he leans in for a fantastic kiss that is sure to rock your world, and then he looks at you and says " Hang on, i think i have egg in my partial." aahhh. look out Fabio.
does this in any way, shape, or form seem romantic to anyone? let me explain.
Ash had #8 pulled today. For those non-dental people out there, your teeth are numbered 1-32 including your wisdom teeth. start at your right side, and 8 is right smack dab in the middle. you know the song" All i want for christmas is my two front teeth?" well, this song has a whole new meaning to me now. i would kill for a #8 tooth.
ash got it knocked in football in high school and the tooth has been dead since. he is getting an implant, but after you pull a tooth, you must wait several months before you can do an implant. so, this "flipper" (picture a retainer with a tooth in the middle) is in there for awhile. apparently all he could eat earlier was eggs, and so they clearly bothered him by being caught in his partial thing.
when he takes it out to observe the damage, and we both are like "cool, awesome!!" he looks like he is from the back woods of Kentucky with " Billy Bob" written on his shirt and his bottom-crack showing. he thinks he looks like a boxer.
but through all this, i still love him and i think he is the most gorgeous man i have ever seen. the hole between 7 and 9 is there for now, but soon will be filled with a pearly white tooth. He looks at it as one less tooth to brush.
why are men's perspectives so skewed? i mean honestly!!
you come home early from work. you catch the 5 0'clock episode of ALIAS on TNT. maybe you have some coffee. maybe some ice cream, because as my husband says " if you have dessert before dinner then it is a snack. " henceforth why we continueosly fail at our diet.
then, the door opens with a mighty wind behind it. your knight in shining armor has come home from his day of slaying dragons ( or root canals) and he kneels down beside you as you lay on the couch. he leans in for a fantastic kiss that is sure to rock your world, and then he looks at you and says " Hang on, i think i have egg in my partial." aahhh. look out Fabio.
does this in any way, shape, or form seem romantic to anyone? let me explain.
Ash had #8 pulled today. For those non-dental people out there, your teeth are numbered 1-32 including your wisdom teeth. start at your right side, and 8 is right smack dab in the middle. you know the song" All i want for christmas is my two front teeth?" well, this song has a whole new meaning to me now. i would kill for a #8 tooth.
ash got it knocked in football in high school and the tooth has been dead since. he is getting an implant, but after you pull a tooth, you must wait several months before you can do an implant. so, this "flipper" (picture a retainer with a tooth in the middle) is in there for awhile. apparently all he could eat earlier was eggs, and so they clearly bothered him by being caught in his partial thing.
when he takes it out to observe the damage, and we both are like "cool, awesome!!" he looks like he is from the back woods of Kentucky with " Billy Bob" written on his shirt and his bottom-crack showing. he thinks he looks like a boxer.
but through all this, i still love him and i think he is the most gorgeous man i have ever seen. the hole between 7 and 9 is there for now, but soon will be filled with a pearly white tooth. He looks at it as one less tooth to brush.
why are men's perspectives so skewed? i mean honestly!!
Tuesday, October 11, 2005
Ode to the Mum
Mum is in reference to two things-
First, my most favorite "mum"--Cilla Jean. We watched my wedding video with everyone this past weekend and the best seen of the whole thing is Cilla shakin what the good Lord gave her and raising the roof to "I Like Big Butts. " This consequently is my theme song, so there is still a swing in the backyard for those who havent seen me in awhile.
My next "mum", is those absolute hysterical things girls mainly in Texas wear every year this time for Homecoming, and then right after have to go the doctor because their backs have thrown out from carrying 25 pounds of bells, ribbons, a huge mum, and whatever else goes on those things. Honestly, how do those work? Is it the bigger the better? The official state motto takes it even to the homecoming flower? I have seen my some of my friends who have saved theirs no less. My homecoming outfit consisted of my DEB gold shorts with suntan panty hose (i was pre-siggie in 8th grade) with a matching vest and white silk shirt underneath. I stood on the picture like a basketball pose, with my hands clasped behind my back. No wonder my mom told me to be more "feminine" in high school. whatever Cilla.
But, i had no mum,but maybe a corsage of some sort which i promptly threw away to try not to remember a night in such a dreadful outfit. I know you other girls have worn stuff from DEB and County Seat. Girl--i had the matching sweaters and socks and Eastland shoes with the curly shoestrings. Good times. Shanta--i know you wore the same, and i think i have evidence from Amie. :))
ok- back to the grind of cleaning teeth. Please everyone, brush and floss. It is not a hard thing to do and it will save your friendly hygienist much agony.
you dont have to floss all your teeth, just the ones you have to keep.
Ash and I have a dental meeting together tonight with a bunch of other people. It is our first husband and wife meeting!!! How fun!!! I asked if he wanted to sit together! (what am i ,,in high school?) He was like --um sure. What a sweet boy.
ok--enough for now, but all you "mum" girls dont get mad at me. It is just one of the many Texas cultures I never understood.
First, my most favorite "mum"--Cilla Jean. We watched my wedding video with everyone this past weekend and the best seen of the whole thing is Cilla shakin what the good Lord gave her and raising the roof to "I Like Big Butts. " This consequently is my theme song, so there is still a swing in the backyard for those who havent seen me in awhile.
My next "mum", is those absolute hysterical things girls mainly in Texas wear every year this time for Homecoming, and then right after have to go the doctor because their backs have thrown out from carrying 25 pounds of bells, ribbons, a huge mum, and whatever else goes on those things. Honestly, how do those work? Is it the bigger the better? The official state motto takes it even to the homecoming flower? I have seen my some of my friends who have saved theirs no less. My homecoming outfit consisted of my DEB gold shorts with suntan panty hose (i was pre-siggie in 8th grade) with a matching vest and white silk shirt underneath. I stood on the picture like a basketball pose, with my hands clasped behind my back. No wonder my mom told me to be more "feminine" in high school. whatever Cilla.
But, i had no mum,but maybe a corsage of some sort which i promptly threw away to try not to remember a night in such a dreadful outfit. I know you other girls have worn stuff from DEB and County Seat. Girl--i had the matching sweaters and socks and Eastland shoes with the curly shoestrings. Good times. Shanta--i know you wore the same, and i think i have evidence from Amie. :))
ok- back to the grind of cleaning teeth. Please everyone, brush and floss. It is not a hard thing to do and it will save your friendly hygienist much agony.
you dont have to floss all your teeth, just the ones you have to keep.
Ash and I have a dental meeting together tonight with a bunch of other people. It is our first husband and wife meeting!!! How fun!!! I asked if he wanted to sit together! (what am i ,,in high school?) He was like --um sure. What a sweet boy.
ok--enough for now, but all you "mum" girls dont get mad at me. It is just one of the many Texas cultures I never understood.
Tuesday, October 04, 2005
Confessional
ok--4 hours into the no dessert situation, I broke down. I had 2 Pillsbury Funfetti cupcakes. they were amazing. I know, pathetic.
Prior to that, we had a healthy dinner and had worked out that day. We were about to watch our other guilty pleasure, Desperate Housewives, when Ash said he was in the mood for cupcakes. I begged him not to make any, but when the aroma filtered through the air, it was all i could do to even control myself to 2 cupcakes. So, with our bellies full and our minds polluted with filth from the television, my husband and I waddled into bed. We felt guilty, but tomorrow was a new day.
the next day, monday night, was my mom's birthday. We made dinner for her and dad and had presents, balloons, and tons-o-fun. When it came time for her German Chocolate Cake, i thought-"MERE, you can do this. .just don't even look at it. the cake is not there. "
Then the German cake yelled at me saying, "LOOK AT ME FATTIE!! I LOVE YOU AND I KNOW YOU LOVE ME! I AM SO YUMMY!! "
So, since it was mom's birthday, and the Germans are always bigger than Americans, I ate a piece of cake. I also made mom take it with her to school so the vultures (other teachers) could eat the rest of the cake. So, I failed miserably, but today I have done fine. I had a sugar-free popsicle whilst my hubby had a bowl of cookies and cream ice cream. I am a like a stone wall now. Plus, I watched my wedding video tonight. Sweet memories of a day that went by so fast! the video guy definatley got the clip of me stuffing my face with cake!!
at least he got the highlights.
quick side note-Sarah Heijl--give me your email!! i would love to catch up!!
Shanta--you too sista!!
Prior to that, we had a healthy dinner and had worked out that day. We were about to watch our other guilty pleasure, Desperate Housewives, when Ash said he was in the mood for cupcakes. I begged him not to make any, but when the aroma filtered through the air, it was all i could do to even control myself to 2 cupcakes. So, with our bellies full and our minds polluted with filth from the television, my husband and I waddled into bed. We felt guilty, but tomorrow was a new day.
the next day, monday night, was my mom's birthday. We made dinner for her and dad and had presents, balloons, and tons-o-fun. When it came time for her German Chocolate Cake, i thought-"MERE, you can do this. .just don't even look at it. the cake is not there. "
Then the German cake yelled at me saying, "LOOK AT ME FATTIE!! I LOVE YOU AND I KNOW YOU LOVE ME! I AM SO YUMMY!! "
So, since it was mom's birthday, and the Germans are always bigger than Americans, I ate a piece of cake. I also made mom take it with her to school so the vultures (other teachers) could eat the rest of the cake. So, I failed miserably, but today I have done fine. I had a sugar-free popsicle whilst my hubby had a bowl of cookies and cream ice cream. I am a like a stone wall now. Plus, I watched my wedding video tonight. Sweet memories of a day that went by so fast! the video guy definatley got the clip of me stuffing my face with cake!!
at least he got the highlights.
quick side note-Sarah Heijl--give me your email!! i would love to catch up!!
Shanta--you too sista!!
Sunday, October 02, 2005
No desserts for you!
well, i am on a new thing and i need accountability partners to help me. Ash and I have decided not to have sweets for a month. It seems that our waistlines have grown considerably and we just watched a TLC special on the "Half Ton Man.". Needless to say, we do not want to end up like that, 1200 pounds and still eating desserts. I am thrilled that he is doing this with me.
for those of you who know me, I love sweets. I could make 3 meals a day on just sweets. I didnt eat many before the wedding, but now I have no motivation. Except some verse in the Bible that says to always keep yourself up for your husband. does it say anywhere about the husband keeping himself up for the wife? The Lord probably knew that might be to hard to ask so why bother.
the past several nights we have been eating ice cream, and not the recommended serving size either. more like bathtub size. it can be embarrassing. We went to the marble slab to get sweet cream ice cream, oreo, granola, and strawberries. this is known as "dolla bill delight." i dont have any clue why it is named that, but last night we went to the Cold Stone Cremery and I got the apple pie a la cold stone. it was ok,,should have gone with something else. Ash got the Boston creme,,something. It was sweet cream ice cream, a piece of yellow cake, and whip cream all mixed together. it was pretty darn good. we made ourselves so sick that we both decided not to have any for a month.
the problem is that tomorrow night is my moms birthday. do i have a piece of cake to celebrate with her? i dont want to ruin her night! hhhmmm, maybe i will start next month. there are a lot of birthdays this month!
for those of you who know me, I love sweets. I could make 3 meals a day on just sweets. I didnt eat many before the wedding, but now I have no motivation. Except some verse in the Bible that says to always keep yourself up for your husband. does it say anywhere about the husband keeping himself up for the wife? The Lord probably knew that might be to hard to ask so why bother.
the past several nights we have been eating ice cream, and not the recommended serving size either. more like bathtub size. it can be embarrassing. We went to the marble slab to get sweet cream ice cream, oreo, granola, and strawberries. this is known as "dolla bill delight." i dont have any clue why it is named that, but last night we went to the Cold Stone Cremery and I got the apple pie a la cold stone. it was ok,,should have gone with something else. Ash got the Boston creme,,something. It was sweet cream ice cream, a piece of yellow cake, and whip cream all mixed together. it was pretty darn good. we made ourselves so sick that we both decided not to have any for a month.
the problem is that tomorrow night is my moms birthday. do i have a piece of cake to celebrate with her? i dont want to ruin her night! hhhmmm, maybe i will start next month. there are a lot of birthdays this month!
Thursday, September 29, 2005
Love the sinner, hate the sin
my title was a classic quote from quite possibly one of the greatest shows of all time. can anyone guess? well, the show is Alias, and the quote helps me deal with my sin tonight. before i begin, let me tell you how it all, uh, began.
about a year or so ago, one of my bestest friends in the world (BFF-eva) Leslie, introduced me to Alias- the show with Jennifer Garner. She was clearly obsessed with the show and at times actually thought she was Sydney Bristow. I think if Vaughn asked her to run away with him even now, she just might do it. Anywho, she got me hooked on the show. So much that when i went to visit her in Abilene, we spent a whole Sunday afternoon watching her Alias dvd's. so, when i came home to Nashvegas i went to my local Blockbuster and rented the other seasons and watched it non-stop. seriously, non-stop. i too became Sydney Bristow. So, i have been looking forward to this day with a new season beginning with a fervor. i am mad because ben affleck stole her from vaughn, but that is another issue that must be dealt with soon.
all day today, i have pined over what happened last season finale. what was going to happen this season? i kept asking all sorts of questions to myself, but none could be answered until tonight at 8 o'clock.
WAIT!! NOT 8 O'CLOCK!!! THE FREAKIN SHOW STARTED AT 7 O'CLOCK!
I was watching the O.C. with my gorgeous husband while eating pizza and anticipating the new season. about 5 till 8, i flipped it to ABC and then i saw the last 5 minutes of the season premiere. i could not believe it. i had failed Sydney. i almost couldnt breathe. i physically became sick.
so, now to you Leslie, I have failed you. I got my times confused and now i am out. i need you to let me know what happens otherwise i may die. i am sorry for my incompetence and irresponsibility.
so, as the Irish girl said to Vaughn before she was killed by some serum,
"love the sinner, hate the sin."
rock on Alias.
about a year or so ago, one of my bestest friends in the world (BFF-eva) Leslie, introduced me to Alias- the show with Jennifer Garner. She was clearly obsessed with the show and at times actually thought she was Sydney Bristow. I think if Vaughn asked her to run away with him even now, she just might do it. Anywho, she got me hooked on the show. So much that when i went to visit her in Abilene, we spent a whole Sunday afternoon watching her Alias dvd's. so, when i came home to Nashvegas i went to my local Blockbuster and rented the other seasons and watched it non-stop. seriously, non-stop. i too became Sydney Bristow. So, i have been looking forward to this day with a new season beginning with a fervor. i am mad because ben affleck stole her from vaughn, but that is another issue that must be dealt with soon.
all day today, i have pined over what happened last season finale. what was going to happen this season? i kept asking all sorts of questions to myself, but none could be answered until tonight at 8 o'clock.
WAIT!! NOT 8 O'CLOCK!!! THE FREAKIN SHOW STARTED AT 7 O'CLOCK!
I was watching the O.C. with my gorgeous husband while eating pizza and anticipating the new season. about 5 till 8, i flipped it to ABC and then i saw the last 5 minutes of the season premiere. i could not believe it. i had failed Sydney. i almost couldnt breathe. i physically became sick.
so, now to you Leslie, I have failed you. I got my times confused and now i am out. i need you to let me know what happens otherwise i may die. i am sorry for my incompetence and irresponsibility.
so, as the Irish girl said to Vaughn before she was killed by some serum,
"love the sinner, hate the sin."
rock on Alias.
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
Target- the worlds greatest store.
ok- why is Target so fabulous? can i get a whomp-whomp from all my peeps? Target is the worlds greatest store. I cannot go in there and not spend $50 smackers. Like Leslie, I will give you a rundown on what I bought from there, but none of which I needed.
I intended to go to buy a small fan for Ash's side of the bed. Poor guy has enormous sweat glands and the slightest degree below 68 sets his glands in a fury. Target, however, was out of the small fans. They said it was a seasonal item. Huh, go figure. Ash is screwed then, He is hot 365 days a year!!! yea!!!!! what a hottie. yummy.
so, since i was already there, i decided to get a few more things. I went to the picture frame aisle and got 3 frames. one i needed for my mothers birthday, one to frame my invitation because the one from my dads loser friends looks ridiculous, and one just in case. Just in case what you ask? I dunno. just in case. back off. :)
after that, i went to the scrapbooking aisle and immediately felt overwhelmed. there is so much variety to a scrapbook. i bought a plain album to put together pics of us from the dating days.
then i went to the beauty aisle for my new favorite line of products. the DOVE aisle. i bought body wash, hairspray, and soap. the hairspray smells soooo good!! i have to buy soap because i need to because my husband is a Wookie. not many knew this, but he is an actual wookie. he is the hairiest man, and the hairs on the soap are more than i can bear. so, we each have our own.
i topped it off with the greatest item ever-HARIBO gummi bears that were on CLEARANCE! the best 75 cents i ever spent.
so, $65 dollars later, actually $17 because of gift cards, i left Target without the item I went in for, but left with things that were necessary!!
thank you Target, see you soon.
I intended to go to buy a small fan for Ash's side of the bed. Poor guy has enormous sweat glands and the slightest degree below 68 sets his glands in a fury. Target, however, was out of the small fans. They said it was a seasonal item. Huh, go figure. Ash is screwed then, He is hot 365 days a year!!! yea!!!!! what a hottie. yummy.
so, since i was already there, i decided to get a few more things. I went to the picture frame aisle and got 3 frames. one i needed for my mothers birthday, one to frame my invitation because the one from my dads loser friends looks ridiculous, and one just in case. Just in case what you ask? I dunno. just in case. back off. :)
after that, i went to the scrapbooking aisle and immediately felt overwhelmed. there is so much variety to a scrapbook. i bought a plain album to put together pics of us from the dating days.
then i went to the beauty aisle for my new favorite line of products. the DOVE aisle. i bought body wash, hairspray, and soap. the hairspray smells soooo good!! i have to buy soap because i need to because my husband is a Wookie. not many knew this, but he is an actual wookie. he is the hairiest man, and the hairs on the soap are more than i can bear. so, we each have our own.
i topped it off with the greatest item ever-HARIBO gummi bears that were on CLEARANCE! the best 75 cents i ever spent.
so, $65 dollars later, actually $17 because of gift cards, i left Target without the item I went in for, but left with things that were necessary!!
thank you Target, see you soon.
Monday, September 26, 2005
Good Ol' Rocky Top
The headlines of tomorrows paper should read :Shock and Awe.
My Vols, my precious Vols, you gotta love them!
How many teams could go to the one place in the country where Hurricane Katrina sat on and have no sympathy for the home team? How many teams could come back from a 21-0 deficit to beat the #4 team in the country? How many teams could cause you to have a heart attack, love them, then have heart burn all within a matter of mintues? Just one team my friends, just one team.
Rick Clausen threw for like 180 yards, and helped score all 30 of their points to win the game. Talk about the comeback kid. I am so proud of him. He has really hung in there despite all the hype surrounding Danny Ainge, the high school star who throws like a girl. Tennessee's total yards was 320 to LSU'S 255. We were not supposed to win that game, but the gods of football smiled down on us tonight. At halftime, I was ready to cash in on the game and call it a night. But, Rick came in and took control of the game as a true leader would.
My husband is a Georgia boy. He will have his judgement day in 2 weeks.
And to Coach Fulmer- This chili dog with extra cheese and onion is for you my fat friend.
To my fellow Vols- WE WILL TRIUMPH!
My Vols, my precious Vols, you gotta love them!
How many teams could go to the one place in the country where Hurricane Katrina sat on and have no sympathy for the home team? How many teams could come back from a 21-0 deficit to beat the #4 team in the country? How many teams could cause you to have a heart attack, love them, then have heart burn all within a matter of mintues? Just one team my friends, just one team.
Rick Clausen threw for like 180 yards, and helped score all 30 of their points to win the game. Talk about the comeback kid. I am so proud of him. He has really hung in there despite all the hype surrounding Danny Ainge, the high school star who throws like a girl. Tennessee's total yards was 320 to LSU'S 255. We were not supposed to win that game, but the gods of football smiled down on us tonight. At halftime, I was ready to cash in on the game and call it a night. But, Rick came in and took control of the game as a true leader would.
My husband is a Georgia boy. He will have his judgement day in 2 weeks.
And to Coach Fulmer- This chili dog with extra cheese and onion is for you my fat friend.
To my fellow Vols- WE WILL TRIUMPH!
Saturday, September 24, 2005
it's the end of the world!
does anyone feel like the Lord is coming back soon? With all the terrible things that have been happening lately, (both hurricanes, the bus explosion, trains colliding, and of course the war) I just feel like this is the beginning of the end. These are scary times my friends. Thank goodness we have a loving Father who watches over us and protects us. I feel sad for those who have nothing to believe in.
Well, on a lighter note, I chopped my hair. No, I did not color it. Cilla would have keeled over, and so I decided to wait a little while longer. For those of you who knew me in college, it is that short if not shorter. It is "chic", or whatever my father-in-law said. Ash loves it. He loves having a "short haired wife." That makes me sound like a breed of wives. Great.
Back to the end of the world, I also know it is coming to an end because I find myself cheering for Georgia and cooking more frequently. Two things I thought I would never do. But, my blood runs orange still, and when the Bulldogs play the Vols, I will be wearing my orange. We ate mexican tonight, and my tummy is feeling a little upset (if you know what i mean!)
ok--enough for me. I hope you all have a blessed Sunday!
until next time, I'm out like a fat kid in dodgeball!
mere
Well, on a lighter note, I chopped my hair. No, I did not color it. Cilla would have keeled over, and so I decided to wait a little while longer. For those of you who knew me in college, it is that short if not shorter. It is "chic", or whatever my father-in-law said. Ash loves it. He loves having a "short haired wife." That makes me sound like a breed of wives. Great.
Back to the end of the world, I also know it is coming to an end because I find myself cheering for Georgia and cooking more frequently. Two things I thought I would never do. But, my blood runs orange still, and when the Bulldogs play the Vols, I will be wearing my orange. We ate mexican tonight, and my tummy is feeling a little upset (if you know what i mean!)
ok--enough for me. I hope you all have a blessed Sunday!
until next time, I'm out like a fat kid in dodgeball!
mere
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
Trying to be Domestic
For all you wives out there, can someone please tell me how this marriage thing works? I am trying to be a good wife and cook, clean, and perform other wifely duties, but I cant seem to balance everything out. Why can't the cooking thing come naturally? I have a friend here, Kandace, who makes the best meals. She just puts "a little bit of this , and a little bit of that". I have to have clear crisp instructions on what to do. Cleaning-I have that down. I feel a bit anal about always cleaning the bathroom and kitchen. Can I get a voice from some of my peeps?
Getting my haircut Friday. I am really doing it this time. I cant believe it, I might even color it brown. I love brown hair. I think it is so sophisticated! We will see how much guts I have to do this.
Tomorrow night is a Beth Moore study across the way. It is with girls from church, and i need to go to get to know everyone. Just like a devo with the Siggies!
Have a blessed day!
Getting my haircut Friday. I am really doing it this time. I cant believe it, I might even color it brown. I love brown hair. I think it is so sophisticated! We will see how much guts I have to do this.
Tomorrow night is a Beth Moore study across the way. It is with girls from church, and i need to go to get to know everyone. Just like a devo with the Siggies!
Have a blessed day!
Tuesday, September 20, 2005
What's the deal with blogs?
Well, after reading several other blogs, I have come to the conclusion that this whole blog thing is a cheap therapist who is fabulous because she doesn't tell you what you are doing wrong! So, I have now officially joined the "Blog Bandwagon." i feel like Carrie on "Sex and the City"
I am on my lunch break, and so this will be short. My sister in law, Kelly, has intrigued me into this new world. Kelly claims to be unhip, but she really is quite into the times. She was the first to introduce "Reefs" into the ACU world. Now, the blogs,,,when will it end?
There are tons of subjects I could write about, but I will go day by day.
My latest is cutting my hair. Not a big deal, but I want to cut and color it auburn brown. Cilla, my ever-present voice in the back of my head, is begging me not to cut it. Frankly, that makes me want to cut it more! Tune in for more details,,,
Well, time to go back to the world of incisors, bicuspids, and molars. "Drill, fill, and bill--Heavy on the third." This is a stupid saying from one of my dad's loser referee buddies. Idiot.
Today is my one-month anniversary with young Ashley. He is a hottie. One down, too many to count to go.
Hope you all have a blessed day.
I am on my lunch break, and so this will be short. My sister in law, Kelly, has intrigued me into this new world. Kelly claims to be unhip, but she really is quite into the times. She was the first to introduce "Reefs" into the ACU world. Now, the blogs,,,when will it end?
There are tons of subjects I could write about, but I will go day by day.
My latest is cutting my hair. Not a big deal, but I want to cut and color it auburn brown. Cilla, my ever-present voice in the back of my head, is begging me not to cut it. Frankly, that makes me want to cut it more! Tune in for more details,,,
Well, time to go back to the world of incisors, bicuspids, and molars. "Drill, fill, and bill--Heavy on the third." This is a stupid saying from one of my dad's loser referee buddies. Idiot.
Today is my one-month anniversary with young Ashley. He is a hottie. One down, too many to count to go.
Hope you all have a blessed day.
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