Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Yesterday
Yesterday was a fun day. Aubs' school had invited us to lunch with our kids and then to the book fair. It was one of those moments where the memories of elementary school came flooding into my mind. I think I can still describe the gym/lunchroom at Fishcreek with painstaking detail. The book fair had the same effect and I found myself upset at the lack of Mad Libs. Today is Storybook Day and Aubs is very excited to dress up as Pinkalicious.
Saturday, October 25, 2008
Cookie Decorating
We went to SeaWorld today. They had their Halloween Spooktacular. Aubs went trick or treating, got to pet one of the Clydesdales, and we decorated a cookie. The cookie decorating may be one of my favorite things I have seen in a Theme Park. For $5 we got a cookie and toppings, chocolate milk, and a lunch box to take home. We had an absolute blast today.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
My Thursday
We had quite a busy day today. Here is the rundown of what Aubs and I accomplished:
- I voted. I did not want to take the chance that I would have to be late to work or adjust my schedule. Florida offers early voting so I took advantage. I will not go into which candidate I chose but I am happy with my decision. It really took me a while to decide.
- Aubs also chose her candidate. I tried explaining she is not old enough but she seems to be obsessed with him all of a sudden. She even taught the son of a friend who usually leans the other way of her candidate to say his name. The kid is just learning to speak and now has one new word that may cause me some trouble. I swear I had nothing to do with any of it. She asked me on our way out the door who was running, she decided on one person and that was that. She didn't even ask who my choice was first.
- I realized what a problem all the "Yes on 2" people are creating. It is not a gay marriage amendment. Even if it is why are people so afraid? Come on people read for your self. If you have any questions please go here.
- I filled my tank for under $21 I cannot even remember the last time that happened.
- We went to Target. That store has a way of sucking the money right out of my wallet.
- Aubs and I went to my work. She decided to play shy.
- I voted. I did not want to take the chance that I would have to be late to work or adjust my schedule. Florida offers early voting so I took advantage. I will not go into which candidate I chose but I am happy with my decision. It really took me a while to decide.
- Aubs also chose her candidate. I tried explaining she is not old enough but she seems to be obsessed with him all of a sudden. She even taught the son of a friend who usually leans the other way of her candidate to say his name. The kid is just learning to speak and now has one new word that may cause me some trouble. I swear I had nothing to do with any of it. She asked me on our way out the door who was running, she decided on one person and that was that. She didn't even ask who my choice was first.
- I realized what a problem all the "Yes on 2" people are creating. It is not a gay marriage amendment. Even if it is why are people so afraid? Come on people read for your self. If you have any questions please go here.
- I filled my tank for under $21 I cannot even remember the last time that happened.
- We went to Target. That store has a way of sucking the money right out of my wallet.
- Aubs and I went to my work. She decided to play shy.
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Apostrophe
Shawn and I think that today's lesson in Kindergarten must have been using the apostrophe to show possession. We have decided this because the following items were written on Aubs' dry erase board:
Aubrey's momy is home with her Daddy.
Aubrey's throt hurts.
She tends to repeat the lessons each evening to her invisible students. We have seen story webs, letter webs, and practice sentences almost every evening.
Aubrey's momy is home with her Daddy.
Aubrey's throt hurts.
She tends to repeat the lessons each evening to her invisible students. We have seen story webs, letter webs, and practice sentences almost every evening.
Friday, October 17, 2008
Raising A Child In An Internet World
Aubs has been playing on the computer most of the morning. She is home from school today with a bit of a cold. While she was asking the correct spelling of a website the following question popped into my head: Are teachers having a hard time explaining the difference between a dot and a period? I for one can see Aubs telling the teacher "No that is a dot. I use it on my computer all the time. You know like dot com?"
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Ten
Dear Pat,
I miss you terribly. I cannot believe it has been ten years. I still remember every word of our last conversation. I can still see the tears in your eyes. As hard as that memory is, I am finally starting to appreciate the fact that we had a proper goodbye. People have told me how lucky I was and I just couldn't see it. I realize that even though we had tears we had a wonderful last moment. I look back and wonder where I found those exact words at that moment and thank God that I did and am pretty sure he had them for me. At the same time I have always had peace that I promised you I would see you again.
I am so glad you were with us that last summer. I remember so many random things from that summer it is almost as if I knew how important those memories would be. That was the summer we discovered we liked the same Canadian music. Barenaked Ladies and Sarah McLachlan still make me smile for that reason.
Today I am going to celebrate with Carly. The day you left us was the day she came into my life. I figured you would prefer it this way. Everyone at home is meeting for a football game. There will be tons of new faces, most of them very small.
I will try to find a vodka drink to have in your honor though I doubt they will have one mixed with Gatorade.
Love Always And Until I see You Again,
Missy
I miss you terribly. I cannot believe it has been ten years. I still remember every word of our last conversation. I can still see the tears in your eyes. As hard as that memory is, I am finally starting to appreciate the fact that we had a proper goodbye. People have told me how lucky I was and I just couldn't see it. I realize that even though we had tears we had a wonderful last moment. I look back and wonder where I found those exact words at that moment and thank God that I did and am pretty sure he had them for me. At the same time I have always had peace that I promised you I would see you again.
I am so glad you were with us that last summer. I remember so many random things from that summer it is almost as if I knew how important those memories would be. That was the summer we discovered we liked the same Canadian music. Barenaked Ladies and Sarah McLachlan still make me smile for that reason.
Today I am going to celebrate with Carly. The day you left us was the day she came into my life. I figured you would prefer it this way. Everyone at home is meeting for a football game. There will be tons of new faces, most of them very small.
I will try to find a vodka drink to have in your honor though I doubt they will have one mixed with Gatorade.
Love Always And Until I see You Again,
Missy
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Great Day
Today Aubs and I went to the Southern Women's Show. It was really fun and Aubs got to meet some of her favorite people on TV. Jon & Kate Gosselin from Jon & Kate Plus 8 were there doing a meet and greet.
Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Welcome To Your Thirties...
My dearest Sister Helen. I hope your first day and all that follow of your thirties are amazing. We had a "math" lesson this afternoon and baked blondies in your honor.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Ten On Tuesday
I don't usually do these but I figured this would be the best way to catch up. (The order has more to do with how blogger loaded everything not necessarily chronological)
1.
My cousin Danielle came down from Ohio and her lovely boyfriend Ben drove her all the way from Tampa to see us. We went to The Rainforest Cafe. Right before she arrived I looked at the coffee mugs and noticed these two names. I check these racks religiously just in case they ever decide to make an Aubrey. I do not usually see my grandparents names together like that.
2. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month I donated my ponytail to the Florida Hospital Cancer Center's Eden Spa for Image Discovery. Due to the dress code at work I could not get their October Promotion so I decided to cut and donate my hair. As a fundraiser they are giving hot pink hair extensions to anyone who donates ten or more dollars at their location.
3. School seems to be going well for Aubs. Today we had a lesson in Play-doh Diplomacy.
4.
This is our fall foods picnic. They did not have the items I needed to make the dinner I wanted to eat at Publix so we just went with plan B. The items were homemade Pumpkin Muffins and Mrs. Craig's Apple Dip. Some days I just like to be different.
5. Thursday is officially 10 years since I moved to Florida.
6. Carly and I will be celebrating 10 years as friends. I do not usually remember the date of when I meet people. Unfortunately the morning I started working at FAO I was awakened by a call letting me know that someone very dear to my heart had passed away suddenly. I decided to celebrate instead of mourn this year.
7. Pumpkin Spice Latte's are back at Starbucks.
8. I went to Halloween Horror Nights last week. This may not seem like a big deal but to anyone who knew me before 2001 knows that Haunted Houses and I did not get along. I used to cover my eyes, shake, and sometimes cry if someone made me go through. Thanks to my brother's coaching I now think they are a riot and love to see the make-up and try to figure out which props are actually boo holes.
9. I think that a Marine is to Aubrey what A Ghost was to Bobby. She will be a Marine again for Halloween this year. I believe this may have quite a bit to do with #10. She was given the glossy version and believes that the Marines kick the bad guys.
10.
Jake left for Iraq on Sunday. This young man means the world to us. Please pray for the safety of him and the other men in his unit.
1.
My cousin Danielle came down from Ohio and her lovely boyfriend Ben drove her all the way from Tampa to see us. We went to The Rainforest Cafe. Right before she arrived I looked at the coffee mugs and noticed these two names. I check these racks religiously just in case they ever decide to make an Aubrey. I do not usually see my grandparents names together like that.
2. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month I donated my ponytail to the Florida Hospital Cancer Center's Eden Spa for Image Discovery. Due to the dress code at work I could not get their October Promotion so I decided to cut and donate my hair. As a fundraiser they are giving hot pink hair extensions to anyone who donates ten or more dollars at their location.
3. School seems to be going well for Aubs. Today we had a lesson in Play-doh Diplomacy.
4.
This is our fall foods picnic. They did not have the items I needed to make the dinner I wanted to eat at Publix so we just went with plan B. The items were homemade Pumpkin Muffins and Mrs. Craig's Apple Dip. Some days I just like to be different.
5. Thursday is officially 10 years since I moved to Florida.
6. Carly and I will be celebrating 10 years as friends. I do not usually remember the date of when I meet people. Unfortunately the morning I started working at FAO I was awakened by a call letting me know that someone very dear to my heart had passed away suddenly. I decided to celebrate instead of mourn this year.
7. Pumpkin Spice Latte's are back at Starbucks.
8. I went to Halloween Horror Nights last week. This may not seem like a big deal but to anyone who knew me before 2001 knows that Haunted Houses and I did not get along. I used to cover my eyes, shake, and sometimes cry if someone made me go through. Thanks to my brother's coaching I now think they are a riot and love to see the make-up and try to figure out which props are actually boo holes.
9. I think that a Marine is to Aubrey what A Ghost was to Bobby. She will be a Marine again for Halloween this year. I believe this may have quite a bit to do with #10. She was given the glossy version and believes that the Marines kick the bad guys.
10.
Jake left for Iraq on Sunday. This young man means the world to us. Please pray for the safety of him and the other men in his unit.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Prayers To All
Prayers to everyone at home. I just read the reports about Ike causing some major damage up that way. I hope everyone is safe and well.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Conversations With My 5 Year Old
Aubs on sharks.
A: What is in the woods?
M: Trees and animals.
A: Maybe bears?
M: Possibly.
A: Maybe there is a lake with sharks and alligators.
M: Alligators probably but no sharks. Sharks require salt water.
A: So they can live in pools.
M: No, they cannot live in pools. They need salt water.
A: They can live in some pools. Daddy has salt at his store for pools. (For salt generators)
M: Sharks cannot live in pools.
A: Can they live in a saltwater pond?
M: No, their food isn't there.
A: Sharks only eat fish and people that swim to deep and close to them.
A: What is in the woods?
M: Trees and animals.
A: Maybe bears?
M: Possibly.
A: Maybe there is a lake with sharks and alligators.
M: Alligators probably but no sharks. Sharks require salt water.
A: So they can live in pools.
M: No, they cannot live in pools. They need salt water.
A: They can live in some pools. Daddy has salt at his store for pools. (For salt generators)
M: Sharks cannot live in pools.
A: Can they live in a saltwater pond?
M: No, their food isn't there.
A: Sharks only eat fish and people that swim to deep and close to them.
Thursday, September 11, 2008
9/11/08
This photo is from Jesse's Air Force Graduation. Today I have been thinking how amazing Jesse and Jake are for choosing the Military path. They both knew there was a good chance they may be called overseas. Jake leaves in three weeks. I know this is what he trained for, I know he is brave, and I know he will carry the prayers of all of us with him. I am still worried.
This year's anniversary is so different for me. Today Aubs is old enough to question why today is a sad day. I remember those feelings so vividly from that morning that when Aubs asked today I couldn't help but cry.
The longest ten minutes of my life happened when I couldn't find Carly. She had been in New York on the tenth and I couldn't remember when her flight came home. The funny thing is looking back it was probably only one and a half minutes. The time to leave her a message and then call Jenny.
Prayers and Love to all today.
Tuesday, September 09, 2008
Why We Love Our Neighbors And Other Titles For Yesterday
- I am Superwoman And Can Push This Riding Lawnmower Out Of This Ditch.
- How To Add Gas To The Mower Without Dropping The Gas Cap In A Pile Of Fire Ants
- How To Make A Roasting Pan Double As A Casserole Dish When One Realizes They Underestimated The Size Of The Pyrex.
- Officer, I Am Really Sorry A Chunk Of Your Fence Got Caught In My Mower. (The neighbor happens to be a Sheriff's Deputy)
- How I Killed The Women's Lib Movement In One Simple Act Of Helping The Husband With The Mowing.
- I Got The Two Hour Ironing Down To One and A Half Hours. (The Pleats Will Not Win!)
- Don't Forget The Height Setting Of The Mower Or You May Just End Up With A Lawn That Closely Resembles A Marine Corps Recruit Hair Cut.
Contrary to the titles above I had a great and productive day yesterday. I managed to do all of my errands and visit with Kiera all before noon. Once I got home I was feeling a bit antsy and thought I would help Shawn by mowing the lawn. We are a bit behind since TS Fay came through since in order to effectively use the riding mower the lawn must be sort of dry we had to wait for the ground to sort of dry out. Once we were ready to go it started to rain again and things got postponed again. Yesterday I decided in true Missy fashion that I could totally do this myself. I got the mower out and set the blade to the highest setting for the first pass. My father taught me that when mowing the lawn each pass should overlap to ensure equal cutting. Since our lawn was a bit long I decided to go long first as to not choke the mower. The problem came when I tried to remember Shawn's setting for the regular cutting. I chose one a bit too short. When Aubs saw it she said "Wow, the lawn is short. At least you can wait longer to cut it again because it will take longer to grow back." During the course of the cutting I got the mower stuck in the ditch. I guess I did not allow the ground to dry enough. I had to push/pull it out myself. I could have gone to the lovely neighbor and asked for help but I was determined. I managed to get the mower out of the ditch and continue on my way only to grab a stray board from the neighbors fence. I did go to his door at that point. He got a good chuckle out of the situation and said that most of our side of the fence was a bit loose from the rain/storms. I only got stuck one more time and was able to fix it without a problem. I then decided to cook dinner. I am trying to cook enough food that I can get a few lunches out of the meal. I cooked two boxes of pasta last night and realized they would not fit in my casserole dish. I had to use the roasting pan. Anyone want some baked spaghetti?
- How To Add Gas To The Mower Without Dropping The Gas Cap In A Pile Of Fire Ants
- How To Make A Roasting Pan Double As A Casserole Dish When One Realizes They Underestimated The Size Of The Pyrex.
- Officer, I Am Really Sorry A Chunk Of Your Fence Got Caught In My Mower. (The neighbor happens to be a Sheriff's Deputy)
- How I Killed The Women's Lib Movement In One Simple Act Of Helping The Husband With The Mowing.
- I Got The Two Hour Ironing Down To One and A Half Hours. (The Pleats Will Not Win!)
- Don't Forget The Height Setting Of The Mower Or You May Just End Up With A Lawn That Closely Resembles A Marine Corps Recruit Hair Cut.
Contrary to the titles above I had a great and productive day yesterday. I managed to do all of my errands and visit with Kiera all before noon. Once I got home I was feeling a bit antsy and thought I would help Shawn by mowing the lawn. We are a bit behind since TS Fay came through since in order to effectively use the riding mower the lawn must be sort of dry we had to wait for the ground to sort of dry out. Once we were ready to go it started to rain again and things got postponed again. Yesterday I decided in true Missy fashion that I could totally do this myself. I got the mower out and set the blade to the highest setting for the first pass. My father taught me that when mowing the lawn each pass should overlap to ensure equal cutting. Since our lawn was a bit long I decided to go long first as to not choke the mower. The problem came when I tried to remember Shawn's setting for the regular cutting. I chose one a bit too short. When Aubs saw it she said "Wow, the lawn is short. At least you can wait longer to cut it again because it will take longer to grow back." During the course of the cutting I got the mower stuck in the ditch. I guess I did not allow the ground to dry enough. I had to push/pull it out myself. I could have gone to the lovely neighbor and asked for help but I was determined. I managed to get the mower out of the ditch and continue on my way only to grab a stray board from the neighbors fence. I did go to his door at that point. He got a good chuckle out of the situation and said that most of our side of the fence was a bit loose from the rain/storms. I only got stuck one more time and was able to fix it without a problem. I then decided to cook dinner. I am trying to cook enough food that I can get a few lunches out of the meal. I cooked two boxes of pasta last night and realized they would not fit in my casserole dish. I had to use the roasting pan. Anyone want some baked spaghetti?
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
New Hair
Aubs got a haircut this weekend. She had wanted it up to her ears and I had talked her into chin length. She was a bit apprehensive for the first day or two but now that she knows her and Aunt Honey have the same hair all seems well with the world again. Aubs had enough hair to donate to Locks of Love, when we explained what it was she was awfully excited to donate.
The after picture is from then next day. I had to do some fixing when we got home so the after pictures from the first day aren't a good representation.
Monday, August 25, 2008
Thoughts
- Oh S***.
- Is it okay to think someone is a hypocrite when wearing a "Green Chic" shirt they have their groceries put into plastic bags and then climb into their SUV?
- Did you know you can get a suntan at eight in the morning while walking Aubs to school?
- If anyone ever hears me say that the pleated skirts are so cute on little girls tell me to put it back on the rack. Please, I beg you. I just had to iron the two pleated skirts and one jumper with pleated bottoms and it was pretty freaking annoying.
- Ironing all the clothes for me and Aubs for the week took almost two hours. Stupid pleats.
- Is it okay to think someone is a hypocrite when wearing a "Green Chic" shirt they have their groceries put into plastic bags and then climb into their SUV?
- Did you know you can get a suntan at eight in the morning while walking Aubs to school?
- If anyone ever hears me say that the pleated skirts are so cute on little girls tell me to put it back on the rack. Please, I beg you. I just had to iron the two pleated skirts and one jumper with pleated bottoms and it was pretty freaking annoying.
- Ironing all the clothes for me and Aubs for the week took almost two hours. Stupid pleats.
Thursday, August 21, 2008
School Has Resumed
Aubs has been back in school the past couple days. The weather still really sucks but at least my poor five year old is not stuck in the house. Her behavior can only be described as confirming the cabin fever myth. (We watched this Mythbusters this week) It wasn't that there was nothing here to do she just wanted to go outside or to Michaela's. She is loving kindergarten. Here are the things I learned from her the past two days:
- The art teacher is magic.
- The art teacher taught them color magic today but Aubs ripped her paper.
- The cafeteria makes really good jell-o with fruit. (She bought her first lunch today)
I have no idea what has happened in her regular class. Her Pre-K teacher called her last night. I only wish I could have been here to see her face. She has talked endlessly about Mrs. P. over the summer and how much she misses her. It really made her night.
- The art teacher is magic.
- The art teacher taught them color magic today but Aubs ripped her paper.
- The cafeteria makes really good jell-o with fruit. (She bought her first lunch today)
I have no idea what has happened in her regular class. Her Pre-K teacher called her last night. I only wish I could have been here to see her face. She has talked endlessly about Mrs. P. over the summer and how much she misses her. It really made her night.
Inner Barbarian
I just discovered BMX racing. How have I never seen this before? I hate to say this but I kind of liked it.
My former boss is one of the top ranked riders in the world in his age group. Gary S. I just gained a whole new level of respect for you.
My former boss is one of the top ranked riders in the world in his age group. Gary S. I just gained a whole new level of respect for you.
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
Storm Update.
It has been wet, wet, wet all day. It is only a bit breezy but the water is out of control. Our front and side yards have standing water in them and from what I can tell we still have a few hours of rain ahead of us.
Aubs does not like the severe weather reports. She came and asked if I could find her a show that did not go BZZZZ, BZZZZ, BZZZZ and flash yellow stuff on the screen.
We had a very angry hawk friend for a while. He sat in one of the trees looking around and very very wet. He must have decided being in a high tree was not so smart and flew off.
Aubs does not like the severe weather reports. She came and asked if I could find her a show that did not go BZZZZ, BZZZZ, BZZZZ and flash yellow stuff on the screen.
We had a very angry hawk friend for a while. He sat in one of the trees looking around and very very wet. He must have decided being in a high tree was not so smart and flew off.
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