When the checkout girl addressed me as "Ma'am." Even then, I convinced myself that if she knew me, this clearly wouldn't have happened.
Married 11 years.
2 kids.
Found several gray hairs this past month.
Loves crosswords and jigsaw puzzles.
But still in denial. I'm probably going to be that weird old lady who dresses and acts like she's still in college. Or maybe I've already arrived.....
Thursday, January 29, 2009
How I'd spend $1000
As much as I'd like to go on a weekend getaway with my hubby, I'd put it toward debt. Blech.
My first job: food service
Flipping burgers and scrubbing toilets
I was 15 and had to get a work permit from the school's guidance counselor. I don't remember exactly how long I lasted, but I definitely didn't make it past a semester. I was the newbie, and a really young one at that, so cleaning the bathrooms and the other popular jobs were lovingly assigned to me.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
25 Random Things About Me
If you are on facebook, you're probably sick of reading these. But I've been at a loss of what to post here, so here's mine. I won't officially tag anyone, but I'd love to read yours!
1. I have 2 daughters: Hannah, 4 years old (going on 16) and Laurel, 6 weeks old.
2. I've been married 11 years to Isaac and am a better person because of him.
3. I stay at home with our girls. I really love it and don't regret our decision. But sometimes I feel a little lost, unsure of who I am and what I'm skilled at outside from being Mom. This season of life will fly by, so I'm just trying to not take it for granted.
4. I love to sing, but rarely listen to music. Mostly I listen to NPR. This must change....not NPR (It's great), just more music.
5. I've run 4 marathons...not fast, but I finished! This is probably most shocking to those who knew me growing up. Hoping to run Chicago again this fall. Someday I want to run the New York City marathon.
6. I strongly dislike seafood. I wish I could enjoy it, but the texture, look, and smell is too much for restraining the urge to gag.
7. I want to like camping. I've done it and still want to take my girls camping in Wyoming and Colorado, but the discomfort of primitive toilets or lack thereof eventually makes me grumpy.
8. I love baskets/containers.
9. My wardrobe is pretty plain and simple. I'm constantly on the lookout for the perfect pair of jeans and white shirt. Still haven't found them, and have too many close seconds.
10. Because of this, I secretly (I guess not now, huh?) want to be ambushed by the hosts of "What Not To Wear." I wouldn't mind the blunt honesty, and push to have some courage, I have to say. Plus, who wouldn't want a free shopping spree on top of having a couple personal shoppers?!
11. I grew up in northeastern Colorado and western Nebraska. I'll tell tales of walking uphill both ways to school, the Oregon Trail, and the many uses of the yucca plant to anyone who asks.
12. When eating warm or toasted bread, it must be pulled out of the toaster ASAP. The butter must spread smoothly, or it's no good. I don't think this is unusual, but apparently my husband thinks this is highly odd. This just seems obvious to me.
13. I'm a follower of Jesus. Disclaimer: These are in no particular order. He is a tad more important to me than my baskets.
14. I enjoy reading and discussing world views/philosophies. My beliefs of the world need to make sense, not just to ease my own concerns, but it needs to adequately explain the bigger picture and address the tough questions of the human condition.
15. Because of #13, I'm always game to join a book group.
16. In light of the this, I wish I were less emotionally attached to my opinions and ideas and more eloquent in talking about them.
17. I'm 33 and STILL am not completely comfortable in my own skin. Learning to accept my personality quirks and physical attributes has been a lifelong struggle. I'm guessing I'm not in the minority.
18. One of my biggest regrets is how I treated my sisters growing up. I love them dearly and wished I had learned way earlier how to process my own fear and insecurity without hurting those around me. I know some of it was typical sibling arguments, but it makes me very sad to think I may have truly and deeply hurt them.
19. I wish I would have practiced the piano more and kept up learning guitar. It's never too late, right?
20. I LOVE puzzles. And board games. I'll make a great old lady. I still want to be running marathons then too....does that make me more interesting?
21. When in the car, I add up numbers on license plates or houses. It's kind of exciting when they add up to 10. Weird, I know. I have no idea why, but have been doing this since I was a little girl. I wish I could at least say my little mental game included more impressive mathematics. But, nope. Just the sum of 10.
22. I like to scrapbook, but all my albums are unfinished. Plus, I try not to broadcast this...don't want to fit too much of the stay at home mom stereotype.
23. My favorite vacation: I usually tell people it was camping down the coast of California, but the truth is it was our week at a Mexican all-inclusive resort. (See #7)
24. Some personal goals: read everyday, reserve time everyday to play with my girls, lose the baby weight plus some, and become debt free.
25. Is a bit embarrassed at how much time I spent on this silly list.
1. I have 2 daughters: Hannah, 4 years old (going on 16) and Laurel, 6 weeks old.
2. I've been married 11 years to Isaac and am a better person because of him.
3. I stay at home with our girls. I really love it and don't regret our decision. But sometimes I feel a little lost, unsure of who I am and what I'm skilled at outside from being Mom. This season of life will fly by, so I'm just trying to not take it for granted.
4. I love to sing, but rarely listen to music. Mostly I listen to NPR. This must change....not NPR (It's great), just more music.
5. I've run 4 marathons...not fast, but I finished! This is probably most shocking to those who knew me growing up. Hoping to run Chicago again this fall. Someday I want to run the New York City marathon.
6. I strongly dislike seafood. I wish I could enjoy it, but the texture, look, and smell is too much for restraining the urge to gag.
7. I want to like camping. I've done it and still want to take my girls camping in Wyoming and Colorado, but the discomfort of primitive toilets or lack thereof eventually makes me grumpy.
8. I love baskets/containers.
9. My wardrobe is pretty plain and simple. I'm constantly on the lookout for the perfect pair of jeans and white shirt. Still haven't found them, and have too many close seconds.
10. Because of this, I secretly (I guess not now, huh?) want to be ambushed by the hosts of "What Not To Wear." I wouldn't mind the blunt honesty, and push to have some courage, I have to say. Plus, who wouldn't want a free shopping spree on top of having a couple personal shoppers?!
11. I grew up in northeastern Colorado and western Nebraska. I'll tell tales of walking uphill both ways to school, the Oregon Trail, and the many uses of the yucca plant to anyone who asks.
12. When eating warm or toasted bread, it must be pulled out of the toaster ASAP. The butter must spread smoothly, or it's no good. I don't think this is unusual, but apparently my husband thinks this is highly odd. This just seems obvious to me.
13. I'm a follower of Jesus. Disclaimer: These are in no particular order. He is a tad more important to me than my baskets.
14. I enjoy reading and discussing world views/philosophies. My beliefs of the world need to make sense, not just to ease my own concerns, but it needs to adequately explain the bigger picture and address the tough questions of the human condition.
15. Because of #13, I'm always game to join a book group.
16. In light of the this, I wish I were less emotionally attached to my opinions and ideas and more eloquent in talking about them.
17. I'm 33 and STILL am not completely comfortable in my own skin. Learning to accept my personality quirks and physical attributes has been a lifelong struggle. I'm guessing I'm not in the minority.
18. One of my biggest regrets is how I treated my sisters growing up. I love them dearly and wished I had learned way earlier how to process my own fear and insecurity without hurting those around me. I know some of it was typical sibling arguments, but it makes me very sad to think I may have truly and deeply hurt them.
19. I wish I would have practiced the piano more and kept up learning guitar. It's never too late, right?
20. I LOVE puzzles. And board games. I'll make a great old lady. I still want to be running marathons then too....does that make me more interesting?
21. When in the car, I add up numbers on license plates or houses. It's kind of exciting when they add up to 10. Weird, I know. I have no idea why, but have been doing this since I was a little girl. I wish I could at least say my little mental game included more impressive mathematics. But, nope. Just the sum of 10.
22. I like to scrapbook, but all my albums are unfinished. Plus, I try not to broadcast this...don't want to fit too much of the stay at home mom stereotype.
23. My favorite vacation: I usually tell people it was camping down the coast of California, but the truth is it was our week at a Mexican all-inclusive resort. (See #7)
24. Some personal goals: read everyday, reserve time everyday to play with my girls, lose the baby weight plus some, and become debt free.
25. Is a bit embarrassed at how much time I spent on this silly list.
Thursday, January 22, 2009
my cute kids
Laurel in her cute "baby legs"....thanks, Aunt Bobbi!
H all dressed and ready for her first dance lessons. She's excited, can you tell?!
I'm obviously no professional photographer, but here are a few pics of ballet and tap class.
H all dressed and ready for her first dance lessons. She's excited, can you tell?!
I'm obviously no professional photographer, but here are a few pics of ballet and tap class.
Wednesday, January 07, 2009
It's about time
The 3 of you who read my blog are probably tired of looking at the picture of my poor dog. And well, I hear the Obamas need a dog that doesn't shed..so I quickly gave up hope there. And the Corgi rescue organizations are located in California. But if you know of a good home for him, PLEASE let me know.
I'm finally gathering my photos together from the past month. I don't have too many but here are a few of our family and especially our new addition and our most favorite Christmas present: Laurel Susanne.
Laurel Susanne
December 16th, 7:36 am
7 lbs, 18 3/4 in.
First family pic w/ Laurel....she's in my arms, really!
Fall 2008 family pic
I'm finally gathering my photos together from the past month. I don't have too many but here are a few of our family and especially our new addition and our most favorite Christmas present: Laurel Susanne.
Laurel Susanne
December 16th, 7:36 am
7 lbs, 18 3/4 in.
First family pic w/ Laurel....she's in my arms, really!
Fall 2008 family pic
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