Wordless Wednesday # 9 "Ooops!"
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
Out of Town
I am leaving today for a business meeting in the morning. I will be out of town (and away from the internet since I don't have a laptop) until late Wednesday. I am posting WW early since I'll be gone. Have a Great Tuesday & Wednesday, everyone! I'll see ya real soon.
Monday, February 26, 2007
Manic Mondays With Mo #4 "Yellow"
When I think of YELLOW, the first thing that comes to mind is Spring! I love to see the beautiful daffodils bloom. To me it is the first sign of spring. It also reminds me that Easter is near. I can remember many years hunting easter eggs at home with my sisters and brother and finding lots of eggs hidden within the many wild daffodils that grew in our yard.
Spring is my favorite time of the year. It is like a fresh start for mother nature. I love to see the beautiful flowers begin to bud and bloom in my yard. I love the smell of fresh flowers! It also brings back a great memory I have of my grandmother. She was a very outdoorsy person. I remember that she always had lots of flower beds in her yard. I can remember one time picking a flower for her out of her flower bed. She was NOT happy with me. I never could figure out why until I was grown and my own daughter did it to me! There was also another time when I picked some of those tiny yellow wild flowers that grow in the grass and took her a handfull of them. Her eyes immediately began to water and turn red. She thanked me and put them in a glass of water and put them in the window sill. I remember mom telling me many years later that Grandma was allergic! She never told me, though. She didn't want to hurt my feelings.
Sunday, February 25, 2007
Just The Facts
It is impossible to lick your elbow.
A crocodile can't stick its tongue out.
A shrimp's heart is in their head.
When you sneeze, your heart stops for a millisecond.
In a study of 200,000 ostriches over a period of 80 years, no one reported a single case where an ostrich buried its head in the sand or attempted to do so.
In the United States alone, there is a lawsuit every 30 seconds.
It is physically impossible for pigs to look up into the sky.
More than 50% of the people in the world have never made or received a telephone call.
Rats and horses can't vomit.
The "sixth sick sheik's sixth sheep's sick" is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language.
If you sneeze too hard, you can fracture a rib. If you try to suppress a sneeze, you can rupture a blood vessel in your head or neck and die. If you keep your eyes open by force, they can pop out.
Rats multiply so quickly that in 18 months, two rats could have over a million descendants.
Wearing headphones for just an hour will increase the bacteria in your ear by 700 times.
If the U.S. government has no knowledge of aliens, then why does Title 14, Section 1211 of the Code of Federal Regulations, implemented on July 16, 1969, make it illegal for US citizens to have any contact with extraterrestrials or their vehicles?
Forty percent of all people who come to a party in your home snoop in your medicine cabinet.
The electric chair was invented by a dentist.
The cigarette lighter was invented before the match.
100% of all lottery winners gain weight.
Thirty-five percent of the people who use personal ads for dating are already married.
A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.
23% of all photocopier faults worldwide are caused by people sitting on them and photocopying their buttocks.
In the course of an average lifetime you will, while sleeping, eat 70 assorted insects and 10 spiders.
160 cars can drive side by side on the Monumental Axis in Brazil, the world's widest road.
Most lipstick contains fish scales.
Cat's urine glows under a black-light.
A hummingbird weighs less than a penny.
Like fingerprints, everyone's tongue print is different.
and last but not least...
Over 75% of people who read this will try to lick their elbows! (Did you?)
Saturday, February 24, 2007
Satudray Photo Hunt # 7 - Soft
Friday, February 23, 2007
Disney on Ice Princess Wishes
Looks like we'll be going to another Disney on Ice performance. This time it's the Princesses who'll be taking center ice! I am going to take my daughter and hopefully my two sisters will be able to bring theirs! It'll be so much fun. I can't wait!!! This will be our third trip to a Disney on Ice performance.
We've seen Finding Nemo (yes I was pregnant), and The Incredibles. The show isn't until April 21, but I am already excited!!!
Tyra cops a feel
Friday's Feast # 10
Appetizer: Where on your body do you have a scar, and what caused it?
I have scars on both knee caps from a bicycle accident when I was a kid.
Soup:What is something that has happened to you that you would consider a miracle?
Having two beautiful children!
Salad:Name a television personality who really gets on your nerves. Andy Dick
Main Course:What was a funny word you said as a child (such as "pasketti" for "spaghetti")?
I can't remember what I said last week, how would I remember that far back! *sigh*
Dessert:Fill in the blank: I have always thought ______ was ______.
I have always thought Friday was Fantastic!!
Thursday, February 22, 2007
One Eared Dog
A dog groomer in Seattle accused of cutting off a dog's ear and then super-gluing it back on before giving it back to its owner could face charges.
Anni Sheriffius said she was giving her pet Shi Tzu, Jasmine, a bath after a trip to the J'Raes Pet Grooming when the dog's ear fell off.
"And I saw the ear float away and it freaked me out," Sheriffius said.
Sheriffius rushed her dog to the veterinarian's office where she was told that her dog's ear had been cut off and super glued back on.
The dog had to undergo treatment for an infection.
Sheriffius said she still has the ear in a plastic bag and has been crying for weeks at the thought on someone injuring her dog.
Pierce County sheriff's investigators are looking into possible criminal charges against the unlicensed dog groomer.
"Once they tried to hide it and glued the ear back on, that's not good for the dog," Det. Ed Troyer said. "There are all kinds of things that can happen, (including) infection. It is cruelty to animals."
The shop were the pet was allegedly injured appears to have closed down, a Seattle TV station reported.
Another Pearly Gates Joke...
A man appeared before St. Peter at the Pearly Gates. Have you ever done
anything of particular merit?" St. Peter asked.
"Well, I can think of one thing," the man offered. "Once, on a trip to the Black Hills in South Dakota , I came upon a gang of bikers who were
threatening a young woman. I directed them to leave her alone, but they wouldn't listen, so I approached the largest and most heavily tattooed biker and smacked him in his face, kicked his bike over, ripped out his nose ring,
and threw it on the ground. I yelled, "Now, back off!! Or I'll kick the #@!$% out of all of you!"
St. Peter was impressed, "When did this happen?
"Just a couple minutes ago..."
Thursday Thirteen - Final Installment!
1. After you manage to kill the monster/killer, never sit beside it and cry. It will suddenly pop back up to finish the job.
2. If you are a woman, never strip and take a shower in slow motion.
3. If you sense something is behind you, don’t bother turning around to check. Just run.
4. Never go to camp or become a counselor. You’ll be dead by the end of summer.
5. Avoid people with pale complexions who sway and moan.
6. If the young girls of the neighborhood start singing songs about boogeymen while jumping rope, consider moving.
7. If you hear a strange noise coming from upstairs that sounds similar to, oh let’s say a severed head falling to the floor, don’t go trying to find out what it is.
8. If you are a girl with long blonde hair, blue eyes and big boobs, well, you are pretty much screwed.
9. Never read a book of demon summoning aloud, even as a joke.
10. If appliances start operating by themselves, move out.
11. If you find a town which looks deserted, it’s probably for a good reason. Take the hint and stay away.
12. When you are searching a house because you think there is something dangerous there, turn on the damn lights!
13. When running away from the killer/monster, NEVER run upstairs.
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Gold Stars
I have started something new with my 4 year old. I went shopping and got some gold star stickers and a chart that we've added a few things to such as using your manners (yes ma'am & sir), eating all of your dinner, brushing your teeth, picking up your toys etc. This is our second day and I must say I was hesitant at first, but so far so good. She actually went and cleaned up her room before bed b/c I told her we were going to figure out what she did to get gold stars and she said I had to wait! She also ate everything on her plate both nights and has not complained a bit about brushing her teeth!I've seen this before on Nanny 911 & Supernanny, etc. I thought it might be worth a try. I'm working on getting her to say yes ma'am and sir. It's very important to me for my children to learn to use their manners. I need to figure out what and how to reward her at the end of the week. Any suggestions?
Tuesday, February 20, 2007
Bestest Blog of the Day 02-20-07
Oh my!! I cannot believe that such a high honor has been bestowed upon me...little 'ole me. I live in hick town, Arkansas USA. I blog about my crazy life, kids, with an occasional joke or two thrown in here and there and I win an award. I am just waiting for the correction post or Ashton to jump out from behind my monitor and tell me that I've been punked and that it was really meant for someone with a blog of some actual content of interest! Really, I just want to say THANK YOU to all of you who actuall read my blog. Those of you who actually come here and stay for a while and read what I have to say and leave comments to let me know you were here. I started this blog as a place to post pictures of my kids and tell stories about them for my family. It has turned into so much more. I have met so many great people through this blogging network. I've had a few bumps in the road along the way, but I've just ran 'em over and kept on going
A funny addition to this post is that I told my husband about this award, and he said "What's your blog again? Didn't you take a picture of something Broken? Is that why you got an award?" I just smiled and said, "Yes, honey."
New Snack
I tried something new today and I really liked loved it!! It's Yoplait yogurt but it's a different kind of yogurt. I've never been a big yogurt fan. I'm more of pudding kinda gal. This yogurt first off is whipped with a "light & fluffy" texture (as stated on the packaging). There are also several different flavors to choose from. I went with Creamy Latte. It's really good folks. I think it's worth a shot. Apparently it comes in three different flavors: Creamy Latte, Dulce de Leche, and Chocolate Mint. I think I might stop by the store on the way home tonight and grab a few more. They contain 150 to 160 calories and 4 grams of fat while providing a good source of calcium.
I made it!
I made it to Curves today for lunch. I had a protein shake afterward. I gotta get better about my three times a week schedule! I also need to get a hold on what I eat. I have better execution of the work outs. It's the eating part that I have trouble with. There's just so much good food out there. Here in the south, we fry just about everything too! *Sigh*
Monday, February 19, 2007
Manic Monday with Mo # 3 - Celebration
–verb (used with object)
1. to observe (a day) or commemorate (an event) with ceremonies or festivities: to celebrate morgEpalooza, the 40th birthday of Mo.
When I read this week's theme, I immediately knew what I would post about. Being a mom has been one of the greatest celebrations in my life. On Friday, November 29,2002 my husband and I celebrated the birth of our first child. Shelby Lynn was a beautiful addition to our family. The moment she was born and they placed her in my arms, I was overwhelmed with emotions. I was holding a child, MY child. I had nurtured her for nine months in my own body and now by the grace of God she was here in my arms. I was so happy. With suffering from a miscarriage just a year earlier, I was cautious throughout my pregnancy taking all of the necessary precautions during the entire time. When Shelby was born, we celebrated her birth because she was our first born. She had ten fingers and toes and she was so beautiful.
When we decided to expand our family, I stopped taking birth controll and it was within weeks that I discovered that the stick had a plus sign once again. We were all excited. Shelby was going to be a big sister and we had lots of preparing to do, including moving into a new home with more room for our addition.
We celebrated the birth of our second child on Tuesday, August 9, 2005. Tyler Matthew, our son was born. We were overjoyed at the thought of a little boy to "even the odds" in our household. Brien was so proud to have a son, a namesake to carry on his legacy. Tyler is a beautiful boy who continues to amaze me daily. I love him so much.
My two children are my most produdest accomplishments in life. I celebrate them every day. I thank God every day that I have a wonderful husband to help me raise such beautiful children. I can only hope that with his help we can raise them to be successful and loving adults!
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Happy Birthday, Morgen!
Today is a special day for a fellow blogger! Morgen is celebrating his 40th birthday and he's inviting everyone over to celebrate with him. So, go over and join him today for his special day and MorgEpalooza.
Sunday, February 18, 2007
Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?
I saw a commercial today for a new game show on Fox. Jeff Foxworthy will host a game show called "Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader?" Mark Burnett of Survivor Fame is the show's creator. The show will put one ordinary adult in a classroom set filled with about five average fifth graders. The contestants will start out with $100,000 but will then have to gamble this money by answering a series of general knowledge questions. The twist: All the questions will come from textbooks aimed at fifth graders and below. Subjects will range from first grade art to fifth grade math.
Kids won't be competing but will be available for use as lifelines if players need help. They'll also be on hand to serve as comic relief, gently mocking the grownups. If players make the right bets, the top prize can be $1 million!!!
This should be a funny show. It's set to premiere Tuesday, February 27 after American Idol.
Chinese New Year
*The Chinese Year celebrations are marked by visits to kin, relatives and friends, and the liberal use of the color red. The purpose of the red packet is that the red color of the packet symbolizes good luck. The cash amount contained within is not important but is required to be of an even number as odd numbers are related to cash given during funerals.
*On the days before the New Year celebration, Chinese families give their home a thorough cleaning, known as 'spring cleaning'. It is believed the cleaning sweeps away bad luck of the preceding year and makes their homes ready for good luck. Brooms and dust pans are put away on New Year's Eve and the first day so that luck cannot be swept away. Some people give their homes, doors and window-panes a new coat of red paint.
*Firecrackers come individually or strung on a long string. They are cased in red paper, as red is auspicious. The loud popping noise created by the explosion is thought to scare away evil spirits.
Good Luck
*Opening windows and/or doors is considered to 'bring in' the good luck of the new year.
*Switching on the lights for the night is considered good luck to 'scare away' ghosts and spirits of misfortune that may compromise the luck and fortune of the new year.
*Candy is eaten to ensure the consumer a "sweet" year.
It is important to have the house completely clean from top to bottom for good luck in the coming year.
Bad Luck
*Buying a pair of shoes is considered bad luck. The word "shoes" is a homophone for the word for "rough" in Cantonese.
*Buying a pair of pants is considered bad luck. The word "pants" is a homophone for the word for "bitter" in Cantonese. (Although some perceive it to be positive as the word 'pants' in Cantonese could be a homophone for the word for "wealth".)
*A hair-cut is considered bad luck. The word "hair" is a homophone for the word for "prosperity". Thus "cutting hair" could be perceived as "cutting away your prosperity" in Cantonese.
*Washing of your hair is also considered to be washing away one's own luck.
*Sweeping the floor is considered bad luck, as it will sweep away the good fortune and luck for the new year; in the same way that having a bath will wash away the good fortune.
*Talking about death is inappropriate for the first few days of Chinese New Year, as it is considered inauspicious as well.
*Buying books is bad luck because the word for "book" is a homonym to the word "lose".
*The eating of duck is thought to cause heavy misfortune.
Saturday, February 17, 2007
Saturday Photo Hunt # 6 - Antique
Friday, February 16, 2007
Moms For Modesty - Let Your Voice Be Heard!
Moms for Modesty Mission Statement:
As a Mom for Modesty I believe in common-sense modesty for girls and young women.
I believe in refraining from sexualizing our girls and young women.
I believe that it is unwise and unfair to taunt boys and young men by permitting my daughter to dress in an immodest manner.
I believe that true beauty comes from within and I strive to teach my daughter this truth.
I will loyally shop at retailers that provide girls' and young womens clothing that is modest, affordable and stylish.
Friday's Feast # 9
Appetizer:
What sound, other than the normal ringing, would you like your telephone to make? I love music ring tones. Something catchy. My kids love for me to turn my ring tones on and they just dance!
Soup
Describe your usual disposition in meteorological terms (partly cloudy, sunny, stormy, etc.). Partly cloudy with a chance of severe thunderstorms and slightly overcast.
Salad
What specific subject do you feel you know better than any other subjects?
Home economics!!
Main Course
Imagine you were given the ability to remember everything you read for one entire day. Which books/magazines/newspapers would you choose to read?
How to raise the perfect children?!
Dessert
If a popular candy maker contacted you to create their next confection, what would it be like and what would you name it? Death by chocolate fountain! A helmet like those water canteens where you can just suck chocolate right out of it anytime! :p
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Tasty Nails
This is a picture of someone who had their nails painted up like snacks! I'm sorry but if my nails looked like this, I'd be trying to eat 'em all day long.
Thursday Thirteen # 8
These gifts were actually listed on Amazon.com as gifts that they reccomend to NOT get for your Valentine. To see the entire list, Click Here.
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Valentine's Day Pics
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