So, many things have happened since my last post. Let's see, where do I start? I guess kinda at the beginning.
My brother got bucked off his horse in New Mexico and broke his arm pretty bad. He had surgery out there to insert a rod in his left arm between his shoulder and elbow. Basically, they did rotater cuff surgery when he didn't need it! The doc cut into his shoulder muscles, peeled it all back, then started drilling a hole through the bone to insert the rod. All that was bad, but I think the 90 minute ride to the hospital with no pain meds was the worse part! He's recovering at home now and doing better every day. It's gonna be a long recovery time. As in it could be up to a year. Yikes!!!
I left my job at the leather shop last week after 12 1/2years. I'm not sure what I'm gonna do. I'm not sure what I want to do. What I do know is that I'm going to find something that I like and go with it. I don't want to be in retail of any kind. That I do know! I'm ready for an actual holiday weekend. I'm ready to want to get up in the morning! I'm ready to want to be who I am again! Whoever that is!!!!
The other day I saw a commercial for a 2011 Mustang. I told my sister I'd love to have one of those cars someday. She said, " Yeah right!"
I said, "Maybe in my next midlife crisis."
Her response, "Your next midlife crisis?"
I said, "I think I might be going through one right now!" Sister just laughed.
I guess we'll see what the outcome of this one!!!
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Sunday, September 19, 2010
Hoss's Birthday
Yesterday was Hoss's 7th birthday. He was so excited! That's what happens when one is 7. Birthday's are a big deal.
I remember my 7th birthday more than most!
My parents had just bought a 1923 Model T Ford car from my dad's uncle. Uncle Clark was a rodeo clown for years and years. He turned this Model T into a bucking car in 1946 and started going down the road making a living. Dad and mom did the same thing for about 9 years.
Anyway, for my 7th birthday party, Dad gave all the girls attending my party a ride in the car. We were all so small we all fit in one trip! I'm not sure how many of us there were, probably 8 or 10. I wonder if any of them remember that ride. I haven't seen some of those girls in a long time. I would imagine that if I saw a picture I might not remember some of their names. How sad is that?
Hoss and I are going to take a trip to the Cowboy Museum gift shop down in the City so he can pick out a book for his present from Aunt Red. He'll probably want a wooden gun that shoots rubber bands instead!
Not gonna happen!
I remember my 7th birthday more than most!
My parents had just bought a 1923 Model T Ford car from my dad's uncle. Uncle Clark was a rodeo clown for years and years. He turned this Model T into a bucking car in 1946 and started going down the road making a living. Dad and mom did the same thing for about 9 years.
Anyway, for my 7th birthday party, Dad gave all the girls attending my party a ride in the car. We were all so small we all fit in one trip! I'm not sure how many of us there were, probably 8 or 10. I wonder if any of them remember that ride. I haven't seen some of those girls in a long time. I would imagine that if I saw a picture I might not remember some of their names. How sad is that?
Hoss and I are going to take a trip to the Cowboy Museum gift shop down in the City so he can pick out a book for his present from Aunt Red. He'll probably want a wooden gun that shoots rubber bands instead!
Not gonna happen!
Friday, September 17, 2010
Two Confused Kitties
I haven't written about Ranger and Indy for a while. They are growing like crazy!
I believe they might think they are a dogs though instead of in the feline family. Why would I think this? Well.....other than climbing the occasional tree, they act like a dog. I'm wondering if they maybe have been paying too much attention to Spring.
When I acquired these two creatures a few months ago it was with the intent that they'd be barn cats. You know, keep the rodent population down where it's the worst. They've long since taken up residence at my house. The only time they're at the barn is when they follow one of us to the barn. Do cats usually follow people around like dogs do? I'm really asking this question! I'd like to know! I'm guessing my teacher friend in Alaska would know. Please inform!
My dad even said that they follow him around like a dog.
If I leave my house to go up to my folks, they follow. If I go up to work at the old house, they follow. They always hang out there til I leave. That's what Spring does. Maybe it's Spring they're following and not me! Last night Indy followed me up to the north barn to feed. For some reason Ranger wasn't around. I thought he was gonna get clobbered by one of the horses, but he made it out of the pen.
However, last night when I went to feed the dog and cats there was only one kitty. Indy was missing! I remembered seeing him when I left the north barn in a tall patch of grass. So, up to the north barn I went witha flashlight. He came crawling out from underneath the riding mower and seemed very happy to see me.
Same thing happened last week. Sis#3 and I had been up at the old house cleaning. When we came out it was pitch dark. Sis says, "Isn't there a porch light?" I said, "Yes, but the bugs show up." While we were having this little conversation Spring tried to get into the house. We got her out and went down to my house. I went to feed the dog and kitties and Indy was missing then too. Sis said, "I wonder if he went in the house." I said, "Naw". Guess what? I found Indy sitting by the front door on the inside of the house. Oops!
Maybe I should just make sure I've got them both before I head to the house no matter what. I would save me wandering around the place after dark and after my bedtime!!!
I believe they might think they are a dogs though instead of in the feline family. Why would I think this? Well.....other than climbing the occasional tree, they act like a dog. I'm wondering if they maybe have been paying too much attention to Spring.
When I acquired these two creatures a few months ago it was with the intent that they'd be barn cats. You know, keep the rodent population down where it's the worst. They've long since taken up residence at my house. The only time they're at the barn is when they follow one of us to the barn. Do cats usually follow people around like dogs do? I'm really asking this question! I'd like to know! I'm guessing my teacher friend in Alaska would know. Please inform!
My dad even said that they follow him around like a dog.
If I leave my house to go up to my folks, they follow. If I go up to work at the old house, they follow. They always hang out there til I leave. That's what Spring does. Maybe it's Spring they're following and not me! Last night Indy followed me up to the north barn to feed. For some reason Ranger wasn't around. I thought he was gonna get clobbered by one of the horses, but he made it out of the pen.
However, last night when I went to feed the dog and cats there was only one kitty. Indy was missing! I remembered seeing him when I left the north barn in a tall patch of grass. So, up to the north barn I went witha flashlight. He came crawling out from underneath the riding mower and seemed very happy to see me.
Same thing happened last week. Sis#3 and I had been up at the old house cleaning. When we came out it was pitch dark. Sis says, "Isn't there a porch light?" I said, "Yes, but the bugs show up." While we were having this little conversation Spring tried to get into the house. We got her out and went down to my house. I went to feed the dog and kitties and Indy was missing then too. Sis said, "I wonder if he went in the house." I said, "Naw". Guess what? I found Indy sitting by the front door on the inside of the house. Oops!
Maybe I should just make sure I've got them both before I head to the house no matter what. I would save me wandering around the place after dark and after my bedtime!!!
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Another European Supper
Thanks to my "traveling friends" I enjoyed another wonderful supper last night! I haven't had much of a social life the last few months. Between being sickly and living with sis and kids there's not really been time. And besides, I don't really have a social life anyway.
I got there about 6. I walked in the door and asked if there were any kids there. They promptly told me there was no one under the age of 18. I decided I'd stay!
Then it was time to sit down for supper. I saw Sarah bring in a tray of a dozen or so foiled little bowl things from outside and put them on the table. I had no idea what was inside, but I was excited! We sat down, Scott said prayer, and then the foil packets were passed around. It was wild caught salmon from Alaska. Oh my! It was yummy. I'm telling you there aren't enough exclamation points that could do it justice!
In addition to the salmon there was a salad of mixed greens, apple slices, and pecans with some poppy seed dressing. There was a huge flat Italian bread. There was crackers with warm brie with cranberry chutney(which was good on bread too). I was the last one eating!
I felt like I'd just had one of the healthiest meals ever when it was over. And I'm sure my Omega-3 intake was three times what it usually is for the day!
After supper we played a game that was new to me. It's called "Speed Scrabble". Now, you have to understand I haven't played Scrabble since I was 13. Let's don't do the math on how long ago that was! My dear friends were nice enough to give me a practice run. Then they proceeded to beat me to death for the rest of the evening. My dear friend Sage must be the Scrabble guru of our county! She had already told me I didn't want to play Scrabble with her. I can see she was trying to show some mercy on me!
Even though I got beat into the tile floor, it was loads of fun! I can't wait to introduce my family to this fun game at Christmas. Course, we'll have to buy a couple Scrabble games. And we'll need a Redneck dictionary to help us.
Does anyone know where I can find the Webster's Redneck Dictionary? Surely there's one somewhere!!!
I got there about 6. I walked in the door and asked if there were any kids there. They promptly told me there was no one under the age of 18. I decided I'd stay!
Then it was time to sit down for supper. I saw Sarah bring in a tray of a dozen or so foiled little bowl things from outside and put them on the table. I had no idea what was inside, but I was excited! We sat down, Scott said prayer, and then the foil packets were passed around. It was wild caught salmon from Alaska. Oh my! It was yummy. I'm telling you there aren't enough exclamation points that could do it justice!
In addition to the salmon there was a salad of mixed greens, apple slices, and pecans with some poppy seed dressing. There was a huge flat Italian bread. There was crackers with warm brie with cranberry chutney(which was good on bread too). I was the last one eating!
I felt like I'd just had one of the healthiest meals ever when it was over. And I'm sure my Omega-3 intake was three times what it usually is for the day!
After supper we played a game that was new to me. It's called "Speed Scrabble". Now, you have to understand I haven't played Scrabble since I was 13. Let's don't do the math on how long ago that was! My dear friends were nice enough to give me a practice run. Then they proceeded to beat me to death for the rest of the evening. My dear friend Sage must be the Scrabble guru of our county! She had already told me I didn't want to play Scrabble with her. I can see she was trying to show some mercy on me!
Even though I got beat into the tile floor, it was loads of fun! I can't wait to introduce my family to this fun game at Christmas. Course, we'll have to buy a couple Scrabble games. And we'll need a Redneck dictionary to help us.
Does anyone know where I can find the Webster's Redneck Dictionary? Surely there's one somewhere!!!
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
Life with Children
I have now been a full time aunt for about 3 weeks. By this I mean that sis#3 and her 3 children have been in my home for that long. I've learned a lot in the last 3 weeks.
Here's a short list(Anyone remember Ruby from "Cold Mountain?"):
#1, I'm glad I'm not a mother.
#2, There's no end to the laundry.
#3, I'm glad I'm not a mother.
#4, There's no end to the dirty dishes.
#5, I'm glad I'm not a mother. Did I mention this already????
I'm learning more and more about my nephews and niece.
Hoss is a free spirit. If he is able to be outside with the cats and dog he will be.
Rowdy is, well, rowdy! He is a little bit of a control freak when it comes to toys and the tv. I just got a call from sis a little while ago. She told me Rowdy had climbed behind the couch and somehow the window got broken. Thankfully, he was ok. I've broken two of them myself so I can't really get mad.
Jessie Jane is in control! This little girl runs everything. Last night she had one of her little dolls in her hands. She walked up to the tv and pushed the off button with the doll's hand and then tattled on the doll. Sis#3 said Jessie Jane blamed Rowdy for something that she did and Rowdy wasn't even home. The poor thing was in school. How did she already get this way? I'm thinking the "terrible two's" are in full swing! And in about 12 years life is gonna be tough for her mom and dad!!!!
I think that their new home will be ready in a week or so for them to move into.
Will I miss them? Probably.
Will I enjoy the quiet? Most definitely!
Will they be back to visit often? Daily I'm sure.
But, I'll be able to walk them home and get back to my quiet spot in about 5 minutes.
WAHOO!!
Here's a short list(Anyone remember Ruby from "Cold Mountain?"):
#1, I'm glad I'm not a mother.
#2, There's no end to the laundry.
#3, I'm glad I'm not a mother.
#4, There's no end to the dirty dishes.
#5, I'm glad I'm not a mother. Did I mention this already????
I'm learning more and more about my nephews and niece.
Hoss is a free spirit. If he is able to be outside with the cats and dog he will be.
Rowdy is, well, rowdy! He is a little bit of a control freak when it comes to toys and the tv. I just got a call from sis a little while ago. She told me Rowdy had climbed behind the couch and somehow the window got broken. Thankfully, he was ok. I've broken two of them myself so I can't really get mad.
Jessie Jane is in control! This little girl runs everything. Last night she had one of her little dolls in her hands. She walked up to the tv and pushed the off button with the doll's hand and then tattled on the doll. Sis#3 said Jessie Jane blamed Rowdy for something that she did and Rowdy wasn't even home. The poor thing was in school. How did she already get this way? I'm thinking the "terrible two's" are in full swing! And in about 12 years life is gonna be tough for her mom and dad!!!!
I think that their new home will be ready in a week or so for them to move into.
Will I miss them? Probably.
Will I enjoy the quiet? Most definitely!
Will they be back to visit often? Daily I'm sure.
But, I'll be able to walk them home and get back to my quiet spot in about 5 minutes.
WAHOO!!
Friday, September 3, 2010
I think I'm gonna make it!
Ok kids, it's been a long couple weeks!
I have a few things to add to my "40" things list. I don't know if the list is even close to 40, but since I'm gonna be 41 in a few weeks time is running short. And at this point I really don't care anyway.
Last week I wound up in the Emergency Room at the small hospital in my hometown. I had flu like symptoms and broke out in a rash over most of my body that was different from the other rashes I'd had in the past. So, too town we went!
After a couple hours of tests, a shot, some pills, and a few other things I won't mention, I was sent home feeling a little better. My Mom and Dad were the lucky one's hauling me around. On the way home at 11:45 pm we ran through McDonald's to get a snack. Actually, I was starving! I'd had nothing but some crackers, Sprite, and water all day. I had a happy meal and was ready for some sleep!
The doc called it "serum sickness". Never heard of it. Apparantly, when one has too much medication in their system that doesn't agree with one, this can happen. I figured that the worst part was over. WRONG! Saturday morning I woke up after my long 2 hours sleep to find the rash was worse. My face was red and swollen. Not a pretty sight!
I hiked up to the folks house to get on the internet to find some answers. I googled "serum sickness" and found out some info. The rash was actually getting better when I thought it was getting worse. I had all the symptoms too a tee. I guess the doc was right. I'm now in the process of just getting stronger. I've noticed I need more sleep than before. There are a few faded red spots on my arms and neck, but they're not bothering me. I have lost a few pounds. WAHOO!
Now, about the "40" list. Here's the additions:
Rode in a wheel chair.
Wore a hospital gown. (not my favorite wardrobe choice!)
Got an ultrasound of my leg. Very interesting!
Ate a Happy Meal at midnight and loved it!
Got a shot of steroids. I hope the governement won't want to question me about this. I wouldn't want to wind up like Roger Clemens. Course, he lied. That's what caused his big problems!
Well, I think that's it. I hope all of you have a great Labor Day weekend and don't have to "labor"!!!
I have a few things to add to my "40" things list. I don't know if the list is even close to 40, but since I'm gonna be 41 in a few weeks time is running short. And at this point I really don't care anyway.
Last week I wound up in the Emergency Room at the small hospital in my hometown. I had flu like symptoms and broke out in a rash over most of my body that was different from the other rashes I'd had in the past. So, too town we went!
After a couple hours of tests, a shot, some pills, and a few other things I won't mention, I was sent home feeling a little better. My Mom and Dad were the lucky one's hauling me around. On the way home at 11:45 pm we ran through McDonald's to get a snack. Actually, I was starving! I'd had nothing but some crackers, Sprite, and water all day. I had a happy meal and was ready for some sleep!
The doc called it "serum sickness". Never heard of it. Apparantly, when one has too much medication in their system that doesn't agree with one, this can happen. I figured that the worst part was over. WRONG! Saturday morning I woke up after my long 2 hours sleep to find the rash was worse. My face was red and swollen. Not a pretty sight!
I hiked up to the folks house to get on the internet to find some answers. I googled "serum sickness" and found out some info. The rash was actually getting better when I thought it was getting worse. I had all the symptoms too a tee. I guess the doc was right. I'm now in the process of just getting stronger. I've noticed I need more sleep than before. There are a few faded red spots on my arms and neck, but they're not bothering me. I have lost a few pounds. WAHOO!
Now, about the "40" list. Here's the additions:
Rode in a wheel chair.
Wore a hospital gown. (not my favorite wardrobe choice!)
Got an ultrasound of my leg. Very interesting!
Ate a Happy Meal at midnight and loved it!
Got a shot of steroids. I hope the governement won't want to question me about this. I wouldn't want to wind up like Roger Clemens. Course, he lied. That's what caused his big problems!
Well, I think that's it. I hope all of you have a great Labor Day weekend and don't have to "labor"!!!
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