Life is an Adventure!

Winter

2012-01-22T18:43:00.004-05:00

Oh, the joy of winter...Or so I thought when I was younger!

Now, I could live without the cold, dark, gloomy days of winter.

It seems like I'm always searching for the beauty in it through pictures.

anything to get me through this cold season...Look for the Beauty!

Just a Memory

2012-01-08T19:34:00.001-05:00

I'm going to work on this!

♥Linda♥

Changes are coming in the New Year

2011-12-29T20:42:00.000-05:00

This coming new year will bring some changes.

One thing that will be different is.. after 22 years the hubby and I will be on the same shift..in the same factory, but in different departments.

We went to different shifts when the boys were younger. We really didn't want a "sitter", and this way one of us would always be home for them.

The boys have been grown and gone on their own for some time now, and we are still on different shifts...I've come to like my time to myself in the mornings, and not sure how sharing my morning time (other than the weekends) will turn out.

We make jokes about if hubby starts driving me nuts he's getting shipped back to the day shift..lol

All in all I think it will work out okay...whats life without a little excitement huh?

I will miss the daily notes we would write to each other though..oh well, save a tree this way!

to be continued.....

Hugs..♥Linda♥

Random Thoughts

2011-11-27T14:34:00.000-05:00

♥Linda♥

Falling

2011-11-18T08:20:00.000-05:00

I have got to get out of this hole that I feel I'm falling in!

This is not me, so why am I letting everything get to me lately?

My motto is "Put on your big girl panties, and deal with it"

I just feel weak..where is that strong Woman I know?

Two days without sleep probably doesn't help I know, but I toss and turn all night.

And after I get some sleep, and re-read this post I will probably delete it.

A few things has happened to me that has brought all this on, but I just can't bring myself to talk about it at the moment. It's silly really, but it has brought on a great sadness that I can't shake.

It's probably a hormonal imbalance.

♥ Linda ♥

(repeating the word "Probably")

Wordless Wednesday

2011-10-26T10:27:00.000-04:00

I just Love Autumn..seen this leaf on my rose bush.

..and I still have roses blooming.

New Family pet...Bear the Yorkie-Poo

Dropped my camera...Grrr... It hasn't been working good since.

Maybe I can get my D-I-L to take a good picture of our new Puppy Love.

OSU Rag Rug

2011-09-04T20:25:00.000-04:00

My OSU rug turned out looking pretty good,

but I made a stupid mistake by not washing the material first.

So, this rug will be for show only.

♥Linda♥

Are you chasing happiness?

2011-09-04T09:20:00.000-04:00

“Happiness is wanting what you have, not having what you want.”
At first glance this sounds like the same thing, take a closer look, it’s not.
If you’re completely fulfilled by spending time with your friends and family because you really want to be with them then you truly want what you have.
On the flip side, if you drive the nicest car and have a huge house, and have worked hard to get those things, then you’ve been successful at having what you want.
When you have what you want eventually the feeling of satisfaction wears off. Once you get what you want the old wants are replaced by new wants and the cycle continues. True happiness remains at bay.
Look around you, happiness may be closer than you think. It may just be a matter of changing what you value.
©Jane Powell – Meditations for Women

Today’s Affirmation: I want what I have.

Another Rag Rug finished

2011-08-28T10:10:00.001-04:00

Finished another Rag Rug made of old jeans.

I used mostly Womens jeans..Men's jeans were too stiff and hard to work with.

Hubby and I had fun making Moon Pies..Yummy

Went to a Ping Pong/Jammin Party

Sorry..I don't know what I was thinking when I didn't even take pictures of the ping pong games.

Oh..yes I do..it was this awesome patio our friends finally finished!

Loved this chair.

Also Love the color of the patio!

Have a Great Day!

♥Linda♥

Special Moments

2011-08-05T11:06:00.000-04:00

Sometimes it's the little things we do together, like a morning walk on the beach.. feeling the waves rush over our feet.. these will forever be our "Special Moments".

Memories we make together, that will last a life time.

Some of the best memories are just the little things we do together!

Perfect weekend

2011-08-01T01:06:00.000-04:00

Don't you just love perfect weekends? It's doesn't happen often, but when it does you just don't want it to end.

SoSerene: the perfect place for business meetings, private parties, outdoor weddings, intimate indoor weddings and family gatherings.

We've had a busy month...3 wonderful weddings...weekends watching our friends band play out. (hubby's old band members) I know deep down he (hubby) wants to be up there jamming with them..he misses it, but he said he does not miss being out every weekend. It gets old, and the pay is bad.
He still plays at home, and gives guitar lessons a couple times a week.

*Word for the week...

se·rene: Calm, peaceful, and untroubled; tranquil
Work has been stressful lately, so I need to work on having more "Serene" in my day!

Have a Great week my friends, and Thanks for stopping by.
♥Linda♥
oxox

Pensacola Florida/wedding

2011-07-19T11:22:00.000-04:00

Our trip to Pensacola Beach... Started out rough. Orange barrel all through Ky. Then a flat tire!
Thank God we heard a noise, and pulled into a truck stop before it blew!

Then we came across a wreck, which had traffic stopped for awhile.

Stayed overnight in Tenn.

Good God, it seemed like it took us forever to get down to Florida.

Once we got there we were pretty busy with the wedding, but we did manage to get down to the beach a few times.

I just love sand dunes, grasses, and fence.

♥Love the sand on my toes! ♥

I could spend hours just walking the beach.

♥♥♥

♥The Happy couple!♥

Even with a crappy hair cut,(mine) we had a blast, and would love to return!

Made a bee-line for home...drove about 13hrs. with no problems!

I usually don't sleep well away from home, but I slept like a baby every night.

Now that I'm home, I'm sleeping like crap.

We need a new bed!

♥♥♥

Wedding Rug

2011-07-09T20:18:00.000-04:00

I was asked to make a rug to match a bedroom set for the new couple. (my Niece) I made a runner to go at the foot of the bed. I sure hope she likes it. I'm kind of proud of it!

Nature's Art

2011-06-19T10:53:00.000-04:00

The Beauty found in Nature. I find these pictures inspirational.

Source: tinywhitedaisies.tumblr.com via Linda on Pinterest

Source: thisoldhouse.com via Linda on Pinterest

Surprise!

2011-06-12T09:52:00.000-04:00

Surprise...Yes, I know..it's been ages since I've been in here. We've been busy around the house, and working a lot of weekends (which sucks big time). NO...I do not like working weekends on 2nd shift!
I've been making rag rugs, and plan on making a few for gifts.
I was so pleased with how my first one turned out..

I found all the material at Goodwill.

Mostly pillow cases..Love the colors!

The next picture is my OSU rug, using all Ohio State Buckeye T-shirts.

This one is still a work in progress...need more t shirts.

Scarlet and Grey.

We have a new Grand-puppy

~Phoebe~

Hugs to all...♥Linda

Just a few things...

2011-04-20T11:03:00.000-04:00

*Spring
Ha..not in my neck of the woods. The temperature has risen over 30*, but it's been so Bluh.
Ohio weather is so unpredictable..one day the sun is out, the next day we're having sleet.
I envy people that can just quit their jobs and relocate. I only wish I had the balls (so to speak).

*Work
I work with MORONS! I really do! This guy I work with is driving me crazy...I don't like to be mean to people, but I would rather this guy not even talk to me. I use to kinda like my job!

We are finally getting a long weekend "Good Friday". We've been working a lot of weekend's, and me being on 2nd shift, working Saturday night really sucks! Makes me cranky!
And when mama's cranky.....Well, you know the rest!

*Home
We have plans to buy a new fence to go around the patio..We are thinking about a higher fence for privacy, plus the fence we have is so old and getting brittle.
I told hubby that when we buy the boards we can spend a nice sunny day painting them before we put them up..if we can get a nice sunny day!
I need to buy more twinkle lights...Just Love little white lights all around the patio at night.

Hubby and I both had our "Fittings" for the July wedding. Hubby had to go to the Men's Warehouse, and I had to go to Davids Bridal. I did get a smaller size, but plan on losing more of me before July. So I guess I better take a needle and thread with me in case I need to do some altering.

*OMG Moment
I was letting the "outside" cat (we call him the Outside cat because he only comes in to nap, but spends most of his time outdoors) in the other day, and saw that he had something in his mouth when he shot by me.
It was a bird..a live bird that started flying around in the house with the cat hot on his tail.
Thank God the bird flew to the door where I was still standing. I opened the door... bird and cat both went out. I think the cat was pissed at me because his prize got away, and he had to stay outside the rest of the day!

Have a Great Day!
♥Linda♥

The games we play

2011-04-14T10:47:00.000-04:00

I posted earlier about my chalkboard projects. My last project was the pantry door..no picture for that one yet.

I wanted to share with you what the hubs and I have been doing with my chalkboard breadbox..

playing Hangman.

Since we are on different shifts, and leave notes daily, I thought I'd change it up, and play Hangman.

I started the game which he lost the first one, but when it was his turn to come up with a word he just had to be creative with the Hangman..err.. woman.

As you can see I am not getting very far with his word....

Does this hanging Woman have Boobs? and hair? Very typical of my boob-lovin hubby.

I can't wait for my turn..I'm going to be just as creative with the hanging man...maybe He'll be hanging by his .... lol!

We have to make life fun!

Hugs, ♥Linda♥

Sunday Drive 4/10/11

2011-04-10T18:01:00.000-04:00

It turned out to be a beautiful day with the temp. reaching 82. A little on the windy side but who cares?...it's warm and sunny!
Today we drove up towards Kenton, Oh. to Lawrence Woods.

We had a nice walkway throughout the woods...

with lots of twists and turns...

Greys and Brown take up most of the color

Splash of green..Love moss on trees!

Rhino tree

John likes to play around with panoramic

The snakes were out too...just small ones (Thank God!)

Tree graffiti...for shame!

The first to arrive.

Oh, bend over and pick up that trash honey..Butt Shot!

...and he got me back..

All in all it turned out to be a lovely day...and our first nature walk of the year!

Have a Great Sunday..Hugs..♥Linda♥

Pin it

2011-04-06T10:27:00.001-04:00

Source: awelldressedhome.com via Linda on Pinterest

...if you love it, Pin it!
Pinterest is a virtual pinboard. A place where you can create collections of things you love and "follow" collections created by people with great taste.
This is a place for me to pin all my dreams, or my "Wants" in one cool place.
(a girl can dream can't she?)
I've found many great craft idea's from searching through other peoples boards.
If I find a craft project I would like to try I just re-pin it to my board.
Each picture has a link to the original site so you can check out the "How to" for that craft.
Here's a cool idea..

Source: theviolethours.typepad.com via Linda on Pinterest

So, come check out my boards, and maybe you'll want to start you own.

Peace!

Sunday Drive

2011-03-28T11:09:00.001-04:00

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Sunday the hubby and I needed to get out of the house, so we went on one of our "Sunday Drives".
I love country drives, and it was a beautiful clear, but chilly day.
Grabbed my camera of course, and got a few shots in..

I just love the rolling hills in my county.

If you enlarge this picture you can see maybe 6 deer.

The Hubs..willing to stop at any time when there's something cool to look at, or when I yell...STOP!

Me...camera ready!
Everything is a little gray at the moment. But give it a couple more weeks..I see buds on the trees, and I'll be out there taking more pictures of the country side.

SPRING BREAK

2011-03-18T10:04:00.000-04:00

I love spring time...I crave the days when I can open the windows and breath some fresh air.
Taking my morning tea out to the patio to just sit and listen. Listen to the birds waking up. Watching the sun rise. Oh, it's just my favorite time of the day!

I know that I have not blogged for awhile, but I have to blame it all on the spring weather that keeps pulling me outside to enjoy it.
I have been stuck in this house far too long, and I start getting Antsy.

So, take a little time to go out and play! Because thats where you'll find me.

Hugs to all

18 years

2011-03-13T16:51:00.000-04:00

18 years with the same man! Well, actually we have been together 21 yrs. and married for 18.
I tease my hubby about how I should be getting some kind of an Award for all that I have put up with over the years...lol
And, his words to me were.. "Suck it" lol

Me: ah, I'm feelin the Love..
Hubby: You know I love you!
Me: Yeah, I know!

I told Hubby that it is just you and I now....The kids are grown, and have their own lives.
We just have each other, so we might as well make the most of it!
It's great when you can find someone that not only is your spouse, but also your best friend!
When you can enjoy each other, and even drive each other crazy at times. Makes life more interesting when you know you can share it with someone you like.

So now we off to Texas Roadhouse for a Steak dinner...yummm
Hugs

I won the Stylish Blogger Award!

2011-03-06T17:36:00.001-05:00

A BIG Thank you and Hugs goes out to Kathy at Oak Law Images.
Please check out her Beautiful blog at:
http://oaklawnimages.blogspot.com/

There are rules that go along with winning this award.
1. Thank and link back to the person who awarded you
2. Share 7 things about yourself.
3. Award, up to 15, recently discovered great bloggers.
4. Contact these bloggers and tell them about the award!

Seven things about me:
1. I am married to a wonderful guy, that spoils me often, and I let him.
(Oh, I repay him..if you know what I mean)
2. I Love Animals
3. I have a Great Son that is giving grey hair
4. No Grandchildren (Grr)
5. I am Goofy
6. Love to Dance
7. Love to have a good belly laugh!

I Asked my Hubby to answer for me and he said:
8. I don't know why, but when people fall down you (me) laugh.
(and I do..I don't know why, but I just can't help myself)
9. I look like a Sexy Secretary when I wear my glasses
10. I'm pretty funny when I Party

Oh, I could go on, but some of what he is saying is not appropriate. LOL
(I need to start a new blog called the "Inappropriate ??" < insert something here)

Hugs to all....

Quit your whining!

2011-03-04T11:07:00.000-05:00

Does it seem that good things always fall into some peoples lap? Oh, you are happy for them, but inside your thinking..No fair.

Some of us work real hard at our low paying jobs. Living pay check to pay check. When others at the same job are always getting some kind of Break.

How can a One income family with two kids still at home..2 cars, a new home do it?
I often ask myself...What are we doing wrong? It's just the two of us.
Oh, I know that we (Hubs and I) can put in some over-time to make a little more money, but the Hubs won't do over-time, (I've been there for 30+ yrs. I don't want to spend more than 8 hrs. in that shop..bluh bluh) so I kinda get an attitude, and think why should I be the only one busting my butt to get ahead?   Then I start thinking that if I do do over-time (I said dodo) that extra money is going into My savings account, not the joint checking where we put all our money for bills.

Several years ago I got myself a second job...Oh, it didn't pay much, but the money was mine...all mine I tell ya. In a way I was still saving us money because I wasn't dipping into the checking account.
I had to eventually give up my little part-time job. Getting only about 4 hrs. of sleep was waring me down. I was becoming a "Safety Hazard". (just saying)

I know..you are thinking.. Quit your whining!   at least you have a job! And yes, I am very Thankful!
So, I will quit whining, and think about doing some over-time. (working till 4am is just Ugh!)

Have a Great Weekend my Friends
Hugs to all...

"Geek Alert"

2011-02-25T13:04:00.001-05:00

In the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, during the Great Depression, the Walton family makes its small income from its saw mill on Walton's Mountain. The story is told through the eyes of John Boy, who wants to be a novelist, go to college, and eventually fulfill his dreams.

I've been watching re-runs of the Walton's lately. My hubby would say: "Geek alert". But I don't mind, because I just love me some good ole wholesome shows.

I think many of our Children need to watch good wholesome shows. Are there even any good wholesome shows on TV these days? I haven't seen any, and I think it's sad! It seems all the shows are all about killing, violence, vampires...etc... Oh, don't get me wrong, I am a BIG fan of the Vampire shows, and I've read, and seen all the Twilight series.
But shows like The Walton's install good morals and standards, which is something missing in today's society.
Another show (re-run) I like to watch is: Little ~~out~~ house on the Prairie.
Call me old fashion, or a Geek I just don't care!

Have a Great Wholesome Weekend my Friends!

Nothing

2011-02-22T10:27:00.001-05:00

Many days I come in here wanting to write something cool. Many days I come in here and just look at my blog waiting for that something cool to pop into my head.
Today is one of those days that I have nothing much to say. No kids at home to write how I packed their lunch, and sent them off to school. No animals to take cute pictures of.

I could write that we got more snow the last few days, after about 4 days of sunshine (tease).
But how exciting is that?
I could write how I need to finish the short story I started...it's a short story Linda, for crying out loud! Or how I often talk to myself!

Ooh...I could write about how I need to find a nice dress for a July wedding in Fla. (hottest time of the year down there) I guess the Bride-to-be wants the Mothers to wear pastel. And, since I'm the "Stepmom" I want to look GOOD! (just sayin!) LOL

I could write about how I look out the window and see the neighbor across the street still has not put their trash can away...Trash day is Friday. Come on people..your cans are blowing all over the neighborhood. (drives me nuts)

So, since I have Nothing to write about I guess I'll go surf other blogs to see what everyone else is writing about.

Have a Great Day!
Hugs

Guilty!

2011-02-18T09:59:00.001-05:00

So, after my last post..(Clueless) I shamelessly made my son feel guilty about his snowboarding trip he is about to take. Yeah...I heard about this trip through my hubby, and still feeling a little peeved about the step children's message on facebook, I sent a text to my son and just said that "I was a little mad at him". He he...I know, that was a little childish, but hey, it only took about 10 minutes for him to call me and say..What did I do now?

I just want our children to talk to us...I know they are all busy with their own lives, but we can't not keep in touch.
And...I don't want to hear things via fb, or through the grape vine!
My son and I have always been close, and I want to keep it that way. So, a little shameless guilt playing on my part is just part of being a Mom.

So, now I have a Lunch date with said Son.

Ha...joke is on me...Son just called and cancelled our lunch date. God, I need a Puppy!

Have a Great Weekend!

Hubby's Cartoons

2011-02-12T21:09:00.000-05:00

Many weird/funny things happen at work for the Hubby and I.

Hubby's hobby is to document these events via drawings.

It has been an ongoing cycle for many years now.

(You screw up at work..John will draw it. And post it on the main community board)

Here are a few of Hubby's victims...

WTF?

2011-02-11T13:59:00.000-05:00

Something is definitely wrong with our washing machine..it's shrinking all of my jeans!
Not the hubby's jeans, oh no....just mine...whats up with that?

New Adventures

2011-02-09T11:05:00.001-05:00

I hit the "New Post" button wanting to come in and post something cool today since I haven't really posted much lately. Not much happening around my neck of the woods.

A New Adventure..
I've been trying my hand at writing short stories...Wow, I just never realized how difficult this can be.
With many stories going on in my head, one would think I could just write them down..Not happening!
Writing should be easy right? and it is for some people. I have a friend (Terri) that can whip out a story in no time, and I hate her! (jk) Terri has been a wonderful help with editing my story. Giving awesome tips, and giving me that little push that I need.   My Mom also is excited about my need to write. She said she has books on writing, and when she gets back from their winter home she will dig out all the books she has. Back then, she had to send off for a writing course. Then send her story in..and wait for the return mail to see her results.   Now, of course we have the Internet. Sweet!

So now, I'm looking into an online beginners course. A refresher course in Grammar probably wouldn't hurt, and Thank God for spell checker!
This new adventure of mine might not even go anywhere, but I'm definitely having fun. And it's great exercise for the brain.

Tips on writing welcomed!
(Big Hugs to Mom, and Terri..You are both a big inspiration to me)

   Have a Great Day!
        Linda

To you, my Friend...

2011-02-06T11:59:00.000-05:00

Friday at last...

2011-02-04T14:57:00.000-05:00

Wow...it's Friday..finally! It's been a hectic week with the ice/snow days
we had here in Ohio. But the sun has been shining the last two days, which always brings a smile to my face.
Our bedroom is on the south side of the house, so the sun shines in there most of the day...right across the bed. Makes me want to crawl on the bed and read..soak up some rays...get a dose of vitamin D...
(can you do that through the window?)

It's almost time to go to work..being that it's friday we shut the lines down for the weeekend. So, we'll get out early..WooHoo!

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend....Live, Love & Laugh Often!

Hugs to all....Linda

Enough Already!

2011-02-03T10:17:00.000-05:00

Have you ever just thrown your hands up in defeat? Have you had about all you can handle?
That's how I've been feeling lately with this winter...cold crap!
(screams) Enough Already! No, I'm not pulling my hair out ..yet, but I've had about all I can handle for this year!
I can't even get inspired to write a good post, because I'm overwhelmed with coldness. lol
The coldness makes me all droopy/sleepy...and I hang out in my jammies until I have to get ready for work in the afternoon.
Lazy...This word should be in here also, because it also makes me Lazy!
Droopy, sleepy and Lazy = Winter

Going to go crawl back in bed..(I wish!)
Have a Great Day my Blog Friends!
Huggies

4 lies and a truth

2011-01-31T21:21:00.001-05:00

I've been tagged....and..Thank you very much Terri!

You must list 5 things about yourself; 4 of them must be bold-faced lies. Just make some shit up, we’ll never know; one of them has to be true, though. Of course, nobody will ever know the difference, so we’re just on the honor system here. I trust you. Except for the 4 you lied about, you lying bastards! But don’t go crazy trying to think of stuff as we’re not really interested in quality here. Then you must pass this on to 5 bloggers and....I totally copied this whole paragraph off of Terri's blog "Terri's little corner"..Neener neener!

So, here we go 4 Lies and a truth

1. I trained to be a fireman/Woman
2. I wrecked my drunk friends car, and swapped seats to make it look like she was driving.
3. I won the Jr. Miss Pageant at the Union Co. Fair.
4. I can still do the splits.
5. I managed the Valet Parking at the Hospital.

Now.. I get to chose 5 lucky blog buddies

1. Carol @ Facing 50 with Humour
2. Jeff @ Life can be funny (sometimes)
3. Nancy @ Sand in my Shoes...Love the new name Nancy!
4. Sheila @ SheilaScribbles
5. Diplo Daddy @ Educated Abroad

Good Luck...and Have Fun!
Hugs

Worry not

2011-01-30T14:07:00.001-05:00

First of all, I just want to say..."Hello", and Good Day to all you wonderful People!
Have I told you all how much I appreciate your Friendship?
I am truly Blessed! Thank you for being a part of my life!

Today, I was looking at my son...I mean..really looking. Watching how he interacted with the "Guys" on their Sunday Wii Golf . (Sunday Morning Golf Tradition)
Well, I've come to the conclusion that He's just "One of the guys" now. My little guy is all grown up now. OMG...he'll be 30 this May.
Wow...There is 17yrs. between us..I'm feelin old.

Remembering back to when he was my Little Man...I find that I miss that lil guy.. He could give the best bear hugs.. Where he would wrap his arms around my neck, his legs around my waist, and then squeeze.

It's funny, how when they are little we worry about their safety.

What they are "getting in to" when you notice that he's been way too quiet..

You worry when they go off to School.. The friends they hang with...their first kiss...

WARNING!

The worrying never stops!

Now, you worry if they are paying their bills on time...if they have enough money to pay their bills!

If they are eating good.

Changed the sheets on his bed...etc...

I know.... my hubby even tells me that I need to stop worrying, but I don't think can...He's my baby! But, I can hide my worries..
Maybe a puppy would give me something else to think about..hint hint.

I guess all we can hope for, is that our children are Healthy and Happy!
~Have a Great Weekend!~
Hugs

Having ~Withdraw~

2011-01-29T14:39:00.001-05:00

The past few days I've been "Jonesing" for a little furry Love.
It's only been like two weeks since my little Muffy passed, and I feel like I'm betraying her..I know it's silly, but..just sayin.

Still, my fingers are just itching to scratch these lil ears..

Or cuddle with this little guy..

Yep...I've been thinking about getting another pet..(just thinking about it honey!..Don't have a cow..~~yet~~!)

But, trying to decide on a Cat or Dog... Many pros and con's on them both, but I personally have never had a bad pet..dog or cat.

I try and explain it to the hubby as to why I need a pet in my life....well, there are so many reasons, but off the top of my head I would say "Nurture"..Nurturing...I feel the need sometimes to nurture something..( I know honey, your always available, but it's not the same...No offence! oxox)

Some little furry creature, that needs you to look after..that gives kisses freely..(Not saying that you don't honey!)

Someone to keep us company when the other is at work. (work it Linda)

Someone to cuddle down with you in your favorite chair. ;)

An incentive to get out and walk...(oh yeah)

You might of guessed that this post has turned into a plea to my hubby because I know he will read it.

Honey...I'm ready! and, I'm ready to get a pet too! lol

I'm sure I have many friends that will agree with me on this..(on why we need a pet)..right guys? (wink)

I will try and hold off for a couple more months like we talked about, but it'll be hard..I can do it..

I'm fighting off these urges ....

Okay...all this "Sucking up" is wearing me out... LOL
Have a Great Weekend my Friends..

Hugs..

Desktop Wallpaper

2011-01-27T09:04:00.000-05:00

I like change! I like pictures that put a smile on my face.
This picture put a smile on my face, so it is now on my desktop.

So cute!

Have a Great Day!

Congratulation! You are have been Featured on Bloggers

2011-01-22T08:17:00.001-05:00

I got this notice in my email this morning...
Hello Linda:

Congratulation!
You have been featured on BLOGGERS as one of the Bloggers of the day. Your profile and Blog "Life is an Adventure" has been showcased in Bloggers Home page (http://bloggers.com). In addition to that you are awarded with Featured bloggers badge on your profile.

Thank you again for your brilliant work. Enjoy the latest features and tell your friends to join this wonderful community.
regards
Thank you
The Bloggers Team

OhMyGosh....What do I do? What do I say? What do I WEAR? lol

I had another "sleepless" night..finally just gave up on trying to sleep and got up around 6am.
I found this nice surprise in my email, and those were my exact words..What do I do, say and wear?
LOL...No really..what does one do when they get featured?
I clicked on the link to check it out...Awesome!
Now, what can one possible say? a big fat... THANK YOU!
And, what does one wear? Pj's!

So, that was a nice start to my day!

Cabin Fever

2011-01-19T10:45:00.000-05:00

This is the time of year that I hate...I call it..The gloom and doom of winter..or just Bluh!
It rained yesterday, and melted some of the snow. The temperature dropped back down, and now we have ice on top of the slush. (makes for fun driving..not!)

So, the days just drag on...I keep looking out the windows to see if there is any kind of change...a little ray of sunshine peeking through the clouds.. Nope..nothing..not today anyways!

Come on Spring...I am so ready for you to brighten my days with your fresh scents, and warm breeze.

Hugs.. =0)

Life goes on....

2011-01-18T10:26:00.000-05:00

When you lose a family pet, it is sadly a part of life, and sometimes not easy.
But, life goes on..time helps heal...Bluh, bluh, bluh!

Eventually, I will get another pet, because pets are Therapeutic! We need their unconditional Love that they give so freely.

RIP my little Love

My weekend...

2011-01-17T01:27:00.000-05:00

Okay... So, this weekend totally SUCKED!

Sex after 40

2011-01-11T02:21:00.001-05:00

Is Great! Yep, I can say that we..(Hubs and I) have a good sex life.
And this is how we do it...

We don't see each other until the weekends.
Love notes

When the boys were little we went on different shifts. Which meant saving money on sitters, and we felt better knowing one of us was home for the boys.

"Love notes"
Since we only seen each other in passing during the week, (we work at the same factory..He's leaving work when I'm coming in) we started leaving notes on what was going on at home..what the boys were doing..phone messages...etc..

Now many years later..the boys are grown..we are still on different shifts. ( we just kind of like it this way) We still leave notes everyday, but mostly to say Hello, and talk about our day.
We have gone through many notebooks during our time together.

"Sex"
It all starts when I get home on Friday evenings...Hubby usually has something ready for me to eat..(food) get you mind out of the gutter. (Terri) lol
He makes the best BLT's! And he has a drink ready for me too..(drink of choice lately is Rum & Pepsi.)
So..the sex is great because now we have time to really explore each others needs..with no children around we can make all the noise we want..we can "Play" anywhere in the house besides the bedroom.
Sex is just better these days in every way...oh sure, the hubs would love MORE..Typical Man!

Sometimes I'm ready for Monday just to recover from the weekend. The Man has the sex drive of a 30 year old....
I'm a lucky gal!

Stay tuned for more on.. Sex After 40

Getting Married..again

2011-01-10T10:08:00.000-05:00

Hello my blog friends...another weekend gone by way too fast!

So, who's getting married you ask? Well, my stepson and his wife.
They had a nice small ceremony this past July. They are both in the Military, and stationed at Wright Patterson AFB in Dayton Oh. (which is an hours drive for us)
At the moment stepson is in Qatar until May (maybe).

D-I-L wants to have a "Fairytale" wedding which will take place in Fla.
So, I guess we'll be heading to Fla. this July.

One question...if people get re-married / 2nd wedding / repeat their vows... are we expected to gift again? (Since this is our son we will probably give them another gift).
But if it was a friend???...just wondering what would be the "proper" thing to do in this case.

Even though we will probably bring gifts to our Son and his wife...the trip / Hotel..etc.. is going to cost quite a bit. Shouldn't the fact that we came all that way be enough of a gift? Just sayin! lol
(now I'm being a smart a$$)

Have a Great Day!

Lazy Sunday's

2011-01-09T19:47:00.000-05:00

Just another Sunday.....Sometimes it seems like the days just drag together...The drab days of winter. (is drab even a word?)
I really don't care to do much in the winter anymore...at least not outside. I hate the cold.. My body hates the cold..but I think that's an age thing huh? I really don't know too many older people that still like to play in the snow.
I love to ski, and snowmobile, and will do it if only the sun is out and the temp. is up to 30-ish.

Every year the hubs and I say we need to get out and build a snowman like we use to (when the boys were little)..or a really cool snow fort..we always make plans, but it just never gets done anymore.

We do try and do activities throughout the day...~~like meeting in the bedroom for quickie.~~ A game of cards...dancing around to the radio...
Lovce Lazy Sundays

Hugs

Your Secrets are safe with me

2011-01-06T12:27:00.002-05:00

I do a "Daily Challenge" at Me You Health

(The Daily Challenge promotes everyday well-being by encouraging small actions and fostering the social ties that drive meaningful change.)

Todays challenge was to Ask a friend or relative to name 2 things you're really good at.
I called my Mom, and right away she said that I was good at keeping secrets, and I'm very crafty-creative.
So, I got to thinking about it, and just had to come in to blog about my secret keeping self.

Yes, I am a secret keeper..(so to speak). I believe that if someone confides in me with something personal/private it stays with me. (period!) I've just always been that way.

Oh...I like the gossip like everyone else, when it's all in good fun, and no one will get hurt, but like I said..when someone confides about personal stuff well, my lips are sealed.

It's always nice to have someone we can rant/vent to, and know that it will go no further. We all need to vent once in awhile..I have a habit of keeping too much in..it's not healthy sometimes.
So today, I'm going to share a secret with you about me, that only my hubby and my Mom knows.
In 1997 I went from an A cup to a C cup.
I know...this kind of thing happens all the time now...it's no big deal, but it's just something I don't share..my BFF doesn't even know.

So, if you have a secret...need to vent...I'm your Girl...I'm a "Secret Keeper"

"My lips are sealed" is a vow to remain silent about a confidential matter.

(don't know why everything is High-lighted..Grr)

Wordless Wednesday / In the Spotlight

2011-01-05T01:36:00.003-05:00

I started this day out with "Wordless Wednesday", and that was enough right? because it said wordless. Well, while I was out surfing blogs I came across a few blogs that had me LMAO..and if a blogger can make me laugh, cry, nod in agreement from something they wrote, ~~I'll stalk them~~ I'm a fan for life, and I like to share!~In the Spotlight~

Unfortunately this blogger has made his final post...just the way my luck runs..find something interesting...then WHAM!

Welcoming the New Year

2011-01-02T13:57:00.000-05:00

First project of the year...I started this last year (Friday) and got it finished today....
"CHALKBOARD PAINT" I love this stuff! I have 2 events to go to soon, and thought I'd try and make something with the Chalkboard paints.
I have an old Bread Box...Hated the picture that was on it...add some chalkboard paint, and viola....

Got a plain board from Wally World. Painted the trim white,

then added the black chalkboard paint.

Add a little message...

I also painted the Candle Sticks..(not finshed yet.)

Trying to stay busy with projects.

Maybe I should write NO SMOKING on my

new board!

Until next time......

Head Bangers

2010-12-29T14:52:00.000-05:00

The Hubs & I haven't had a headboard on the bed for some time now...So, over the Christmas weekend we did a little experimenting with some material I had. I think it turned out well, but it's too high. I just know that someone is bound to get hurt.

Check out my new tree Hubs got me for Christmas...wish it was bigger!

The bed was made better until Hubs stepped all over it hanging the headboard and tree.

Can you tell that I like Green?

We've been working on the bedroom for sometime now...little by little, but we're getting there!

Oh, and the lovely Lava Lamp...came from one of Hubs friends..He wanted it in the living room, but I put my foot down on that one!

Have a Great Day!

Hugs to all..

Grumpy today

2010-12-27T13:48:00.001-05:00

So....Christmas is over, and it's back to work for us..at least for the next 3 days, then we're off again!
I got my Nook, but I'm having trouble getting it registered. I have done everything that I was suppose to do, but NOTHING! Grrr
I'm getting frustrated, and grumpy! I just want to be able to use the darn thing!

Now..we are trying to figure out what we want to do for New Years Eve.
It seems like the hubby and I are always getting everyone (our friends) together to do anything. And I mean anything..(canoeing, hiking, travel, parties..etc..)
We decided to not say anything to our friends about New Years Eve to see if they might have made plans for all of us this year.
And the waiting continues....
Oh, we all love to get together and party, it's just that we get tired of all the planning. It's like they are all waiting to see what fun we have planned for them.
And, if it wasn't for us, these friends of ours would just let life go by without having any fun!
Come on people..entertain us for once!

I do LOVE entertaining, but we have a small home...gets a little cramped.
I so want to find a bigger place to move to, but Hubby is busting my bubble..he's good at that!
I will get all excited about something, and he just puts that pin in, and bust all my dreams. Dream Buster! lol

Well, that's about it for today...Sorry to be a little grumpy, but you'll have that!

Hugs to all...♥

~~Merry Christmas~~ to all my Blog Friends!

2010-12-24T21:55:00.001-05:00

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care,
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.

The children were nestled all snug in their beds,
While visions of sugar-plums danced in their heads.
And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap.

When out on the lawn there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the bed to see what was the matter.
Away to the window I flew like a flash,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the sash.

The moon on the breast of the new-fallen snow
Gave the lustre of mid-day to objects below.
When, what to my wondering eyes should appear,
But a miniature sleigh, and eight tinny reindeer.

With a little old driver, so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment it must be St Nick.
More rapid than eagles his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and shouted, and called them by name!

"Now Dasher! now, Dancer! now, Prancer and Vixen!
On, Comet! On, Cupid! on, on Donner and Blitzen!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wall!
Now dash away! Dash away! Dash away all!"

As dry leaves that before the wild hurricane fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky.
So up to the house-top the coursers they flew,
With the sleigh full of Toys, and St Nicholas too.

And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the roof
The prancing and pawing of each little hoof.
As I drew in my head, and was turning around,
Down the chimney St Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with ashes and soot.
A bundle of Toys he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a peddler, just opening his pack.

His eyes-how they twinkled! his dimples how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard of his chin was as white as the snow.

The stump of a pipe he held tight in his teeth,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a wreath.
He had a broad face and a little round belly,
That shook when he laughed, like a bowlful of jelly!

He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old elf,
And I laughed when I saw him, in spite of myself!
A wink of his eye and a twist of his head,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread.

He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the stockings, then turned with a jerk.
And laying his finger aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, up the chimney he rose!

He sprang to his sleigh, to his team gave a whistle,
And away they all flew like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him exclaim, ‘ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!"

Clement Clarke Moore (1779 - 1863)

Holiday Cheer!

2010-12-24T10:31:00.000-05:00

It's been a busy week leading up to Christmas...Muffy's favorite spot these day's is under the tree...

We have an "outside" cat that comes in to eat and nap. His (Buff) favorite napping spot is the back of the couch. I try and put an old towel down for him to lay on..(he comes in looking like Cujo sometimes)

I put Throw pillows up to divert him to his towel...

This works....sometimes!

He is just a big Sweetie...Likes to give lots of Love..unlike Muffy

Yesterday was my BFF's Birthday...I took her out for drinks, then we met up with the hubby's for more drinking and darts at their house.

(This is the blanket I made for Victoria.)

Me...3 sheet to the wind...

Vic, and I

Vic...and the hubs

Good times were had by all!

Merry Christmas Blog Friends!

Hugs...

"Put-Off"

2010-12-22T01:58:00.002-05:00

I was just thinking about my blog..After reading my friend Terri's blog, and her subject..I'm a little put off.... I decided to put my thoughts down.

I started my blog for my family a long time ago..tried to convince family members to get their own blog as a way to stay in touch..never happened!

So I blogged for my own entertainment. Had a few followers, but now I have many.

I have read a lot of wonderful, interesting blogs, and made some really good friends. Many of my blog friends have a Great talent for writing! (Terri)
But, I too have been a little "Put-Off". Mostly because I feel inadequate about my writing skills...or lack of!
I sometimes cringe at the thought of someone reading my posts...I feel like I will be graded, or laughed at...just a little insecure I guess.

I don't like feeling this way in my own blog...and I refuse to feel like that...So, if you come here expecting a "Well Written" story...forget it!
And...
•I am not a SAHM

•All children are grown and gone
•I work in a dirty factory... 4 pm - midnight
•Been married a couple of times
•My husband has the sex drive of a 20 yr. old
•I only see my hubby on the weekends...so that sex drive comes in handy!
•I have a big caring heart
•I think I might be pre-menopausal
•I make crafts to give as gifts not to sell..(I have been thinking about changing that though)
•I like to stay healthy, but lately I've been eating like crap.
•I hate winter
•Hubby and I work at the same factory.

Nothing fancy, but it's my life, and I like it!
Is all that written very well? I really don't care! My blog...my crappy writing!

I feel better now
(Thanks Terri..and big hugs)

Stressful Shoppers!

2010-12-21T10:19:00.002-05:00

We went shopping last weekend....Got most of it done! (Thank God!)
But shopping with the hubby can be...well...stressful to say the least.
My hubby likes to know what we're going for...What gift's are we buying?

We were shopping for our daughter-in-law, and to be honest We just don't know her very well...not for lack of trying...she just seems to be unreadable..distant..actually I don't think she likes us very well...(that's a different post)
So, we were walking around the store...and hubby wants to get the gift and GET OUT of the store.

Hubby: so, what are we getting her?
Me: not sure
Hubby: not sure? I thought you knew what you wanted to get her.
Me: I told you I don't know her or her taste..
Hubby: so why are we just walking around?
Me: We are looking for something..anything..
Hubby: like what?
Me: I don't know....something she might like
Hubby: but we don't know what she likes
Me: She took a picture of our bathroom..I think she likes that decor.
Hubby: %&^$..*&^*
Me: back at ya buddy!

We did end up finding a few things for her..don't know if she'll like them..I did though..lol
Like I said..the hubby thinks you should know what you want when you enter a store..go in, grab it, and go!
That's not always the case, sometimes you just have to look around until something pops out at you...that's fun to me..not so for the hubby!

Stiff drinks were had by both of us when we got home...all was better!

The most beautiful scenery in the world

2010-12-16T01:27:00.001-05:00

Christmas Countdowns at WiddlyTinks.com

Wordless Wednesday

2010-12-15T14:41:00.000-05:00

This is Muffy...as soon as I got the tree out of the box, she jumped in.

Out of all the little toys she has, she would rather sit in boxes, and paper bags.

It's a Mad, mad World.

2010-12-14T01:44:00.000-05:00

It's crazy out there I tell ya....With the Christmas shopping rush and this snow..People are just nuts!
Not only do you have to be careful driving in the snow...which doesn't bother me...it's all the freaking nuts out there that you have to watch out for! Geez people...just simmer down!

Now..on to the next topic....My Christmas projects! "Note to self" Get busy on your darn projects girl! I have (I think) one more Blanket to make, and I have put it off for some reason. And gifts to wrap! (Procrastinator!)
Well, we did get the Tree up over the weekend...and I did send out a few Christmas cards...I just can't seem to get the rest done! (Lazy) < WTF?

Okay...I think I'm done beating myself up..
So the rest of the week I will finish the Blanket..I will wrap gifts (note to self..buy wrapping paper..no really, write this down Miss forgetful!)

So there you have it...it's late, I'm tired, and I'm talking to myself...
I'm going to bed... If you see me on here, remind me to GET BUSY!

Hugs to all...and to all a Good Night!

Our Sunday Outing (first real snow)

2010-12-12T17:28:00.001-05:00

A video for Stepson who is over in Qatar

Part 1

Part 2

Well..Part 2 failed to load...this was more of a practice run.

Got some pictures..

John shoveling

Porch

Puppy-Love..General watching Grandpa

Christ-Moose

Questions for you..Silly, weird and whatever!

2010-12-12T10:16:00.001-05:00

Good Sunday Mornin my Friends...
I have a couple of questions for anyone reading...
First of all...Some how I have lost my little spell checker thingie that was up^there on my tool bar.. and beleive me, it is a much needed little device I use quite a lot anymore...well, not anymore because it's gone!
Question #1. Would anyone know how to get that little App back?

#2.....When home alone...do you close the restroom door?

Have a Great Day!

Whats for Dinner?

2010-12-10T17:44:00.000-05:00

BBQ Shredded Chicken Sandwiches, French Fries, and veggies.
Awww...the joys of cooking for two..small, fast & easy!

Have a Great Weekend!

Huggies......

*<[:{)
(Santa)

My favorite room

2010-12-09T10:53:00.000-05:00

I just thought I'd share some pictures of my favorite room...My 1/2 bathroom...
The decor is a Country Hunting Lodge..or that is my goal.

I like to sit in here...you know..reading. Just wish I had a fireplace because it seems that this room is the coldest room in the house.
Please excuse the dust...I hate dusting!

Cabinet hides this thing they call an ironing board..neat huh?
(Hubby's hobby is carving walking sticks)

Hubby put a mirror in this old shuttered window. Washer
and dryer are behind the curtain.

Dust collectors

Love Moose...(This is for you Terri! He's no Fred..but, He's mine!)

So..there you have it...a place where I do laundry..style my hair, and do some serious reading.

Oh, and once in a while I even use the ironing board.

Wordless Wednesday!

2010-12-08T10:41:00.000-05:00

For my love of Tree's

"LIke" Button

2010-12-07T09:55:00.000-05:00

I wish there was a "Like" button on these blogs I read!
I try to read all my friends blogs, I really do. But sometime I just don't have time to reply.
Spending time in Facebook has spoiled me.

Hitting the "Like" button would just be like saying...
Hi, I was here..read, and LOVED your post today, but I gotta go...

I suppose it would just come off as being lazy! But I guess I would rather know that someone was there, and read my post even if they didn't have time to reply.

This is just one of those Random thoughts I was having when I woke up today.

Have a Great Day!

I've been Tagged!

2010-12-06T13:17:00.000-05:00

I've been Tagged by Donna @ Write Now, Write Later

Thanks Donna...this is a fun way to get to know other bloggers.. And a great way to make new friends!

I also stole this picture...lol

4 shows I watch:

True Blood
The Walking Dead
Discovery Channel/ History
Two and a half men

4 things I am passionate about:

Family
Making family and friends happy
reading
computer

4 phrases I say a lot:

Bite me!
WTF?
Ugh
Huh? (can't hear anymore..and I work in a factory..my excuse for the above phrases)

4 things I have learned from the past:

Take care of yourself...
Keep family and friends close
don't sweat the small stuff
Smile...even if you don't feel like it!

4 places I would like to go:

Greece
Costa Rica
Alaska
Ireland

4 things I did yesterday:

Hung out with the hubby
Made a cake
Went to WallyWorld
Watched The Walking Dead...and football of course.

4 things I am looking forward to:

The Holidays
Family get-together at the Ski Resort
Staying warm and cozy
Spring

4 things I love about winter:

Snuggling
Hot Cocoa
Snowball fights
When it's over!

4 things on my wish list:

Nook
New tires..well, I really need them..not wishing for them.
New cell phone
Clothes

4 people I tag:

Fun interviews

2010-12-05T19:49:00.001-05:00

Today I'd like to interview my favorite Guy...
Since he just turned..55, I thought it would be fun to ask some questions.

Me: Are you happy with how your life has turned out so far?
Hubby: Yeah, whats not to like? I have good friends, and my family is happy.

Me: When you were a young guy..what did you want to be when you got older?
Hubby: A Rocker

Me: And how did that pan out for you?
Hubby: Not quite the rocker I had hoped to be.
Me: Why is that?
Hubby: Other things happened that were more important!
Me: Like?
Hubby: Being a musician can be a curse. It takes a lot of time and dedication.
Me: Do you miss doing gigs?
Hubby: I liked the jamming part, but I didn't like the set up, and tearing down after.

Me: If you could turn back time..what would you change?
Hubby: I would like to have a better relationship with my oldest son

Me: Do you feel 55?
Hubby: My body doesn't feel 55

Me: And who makes you the happiest man alive?
Hubby: My Family

Me: And who's the most wonderful Woman in your life?
Hubby: Nessie (his nic for me)
Me: Damn straight!

Me: Do you have a bucket list?
Hubby: no! I've done a lot of stuff in my life.
Me: Is there something you would just LOVE to do?
Hubby: Wish I was rich, so I could do great thing for family and friends!

Thank you Honey for sharing some of "You" on my blog!

This is Linda Heath reporting for "Life is an Adventure"

Coming out of the Closet...

2010-12-02T12:56:00.001-05:00

Yes...Me! I am coming out of the closet! I am a Smoker!
I call myself a "Closet Smoker" because it is a dirty, nasty habit I have, and try to hide it from people.
It is one habit that I'm having a hard time breaking..
It is a habit that is controlling my life, and that alone pisses me off!

I know it's a sad excuse, but I'm afraid of the weight I will gain when I quit.
That is one of the reasons I am really working now on life/health changes for the new year.
I know I will gain some weight, that is why I want to be one step ahead of it by eating healthier, and exercising more now!

My goal is to Quit (Cold Turkey) by the first of the year..(God help my family and friends..lol)

I will keep track of my progress on my blog...so stay tuned!

(Tips on quitting appreciated!)

Bad Girl nails

2010-12-02T09:55:00.000-05:00

So I painted my nails over the weekend...Black!

Aging..Fighting it all the way!

2010-11-30T09:31:00.000-05:00

I was thinking...I do that a lot..I mean like Day dreaming...Zone out..in my own little world.
I also talk to myself...and, I even answer myself.
I get mad at myself, but most of all I Laugh at myself...a lot!
and why not? Life is too short!

So, that brings me back to what I was thinking about....Hubby and I was driving home from shopping, and was jamming to the radio...yes, we like our music loud and hard...Hubby was a rocker...will always be a rocker at heart. He still plays on his guitars everyday.
We also (on our drive home) got to laughing at something one of us said...laughing so hard your sides hurt...
We always have fun together... being goofy in the stores...etc..
We like to take country drives..listening to music, and looking at the country side.
We like to have parties...hike, canoe, bike....Dance!
Life doesn't have to stop when you age...we might be a little more restricted in what we can do, but it shouldn't stop us from enjoying life, and all we can get out of it!
Sure...I'm getting older, but I'm fighting it all the way!

So, we finally made it home...got a few gifts bought, now I'm ready for a nap. lol

Sunday Morning Tradition

2010-11-28T11:21:00.002-05:00

Every Sunday the guys (Gary & Donny) come over for coffee, and Golf..(Tiger Woods golf on the Wii that is...) They sit around chatting about football, Nascar and work.
These guys have worked, and played together for years!
We joke that they are "joined at the hip".
Now, my son has joined in on the activities.

Hubby

Gary

Bo (Son)

When my hubby and I first got together, I thought..Geez, why do they have to come over so early? I also work with these guys, and didn't want them all seeing me at my morning worst! I would get up a little early to at least look presentable.
That lasted about a month... lol

It's nice to have a group of friends that are just like family....
We plan a lot of events with our friends in mind..
I even bring my friend (Vicki - wife to Gary) to my real family events when the hubby is doing something else. Shhh... Don't tell hubby, but sometimes I have more fun with Vic, than with hubby...He's always ready to go after an hour.

Over all...we have friends and Family in and out of our home all the time.

And, we Love it!

Have a Great Day!

Hugs

I see you!

2010-11-27T09:50:00.001-05:00

Well..Hello there...How are you? Did you enjoy the Holiday?
We had a nice, small get-together, with plenty of food to last the rest of the weekend....Yummmm...Turkey sandwiches.

I/we did not go out shopping for "Black Friday", but we did run to Wally World in the evening for a few things..Hubby got me the Wii's "Just Dance 2"! Now, I have my work-out dance for the winter. And yes, it is a great work out!

Other than coloring my hair, and painting my nails, and watching Football...we don't have much planned for the rest of the weekend..just going to relax, and enjoy the moment!

Go Buckeyes!

A Thank-you would be Appreciated

2010-11-20T19:14:00.002-05:00

Is it not common courtesy to give or send a "Thank you" when you get a gift these days?

Hubby and I have noticed...(well okay.. I noticed, and pointed out to hubby..) that we've have been to a few weddings in the past year, had several births, Birthday's, Graduation's...etc... In our little circle of Family and Friends, and we always make sure that we give to these events, because we Love these people... and because, We are givers... Pleasers..Like to make people smile kind of people..But I would like some kind of reaction from something we give...Even if it's a lie..just humor me damn-it.

The last wedding reception we went to was for a Friend at work (Hubby and I work the same place).
We gave the newlyweds a card with $ in it, and put it in their "Card basket" on the gift table.
There were a lot of people there...a lot of drinking, and dancing..just a lot of motion...who's to say that someone didn't swipe a card or two thinking there might be Money in it. (just sayin!)
So, a "Thank you" of any kind would let me know that they even got it.

I guess I'm just Old Fashion.. I like to watch people open the gifts they get. Today's weddings couples don't even exchange rings...At my nephews wedding they already had their rings on..I was waiting, and waiting for that part of the ceremony, which never came. Never saw them open gifts...never got a Thank You!
WTF People?

I guess I'll just have to be a little more stingy with my gift giving to these younger folks!
Or...(now that I think about it)..maybe they didn't like my gift, and I should take their no "Thank you for the gift" as a hint! (hummm...ungrateful little Brats) Umm, I mean..I'll work on that!
NOT!
I complain, but I'll still give gifts, because that's the way I roll!

Hugs

Pay It Forward Day

2010-11-19T18:18:00.001-05:00

Time: Wednesday, December 1 · 7:00am - 8:30pm
Location: Everywhere
Created By: David Del Mundo

Pay It Forward Day
December 1st, 2010

‘Tis the Season! A random act of kindness goes a long way so…

PAY IT FORWARD!!!
What can you do?

ON DEC. 1st...

• Pay for someone’s cup of coffee…
• Buy someone some groceries…
• Get the next person’s gas…
• Help someone out…
• Donate something…
• Be creative!!!

When you do something for someone there’s a good chance they’ll do something for someone else. If not, at least you’ve done a good deed for someone.
So on December 1st share some kindness and spread some joy! It can be as little as a few dollars or as much as you want. No one needs to know!
Join me, won’t you?
(I'm trying to make this a national event so spread the word. Maybe one day it'll be a nationally recognized day!)
I won't be offended if you don't decide to participate, but please... spread the word!

Happy happy, Joy joy

2010-11-19T11:09:00.000-05:00

Yep, I'm just a Happy girl today...it's Friday, the Sun is shining, the Holidays are approaching....I have a Great Hubby, Family and Awesome Friends...what more can a gal ask for?

Sending a "Care Package" to Alec Sat.. Hubby is planning on baking his famous Chocolate Chip Cookies..Guess I need to find a Tin to put them in. I've been trying to find something cool/different to add to the package..Since he's in Qatar he has a store close by, but I just want to send something that he didn't even know he needed. (ya know?)

Have a Great Day..
Hugs to all...

Hip Hop Dance

2010-11-17T13:42:00.000-05:00

Yeah...I love to dance, and Hip Hop is a great way to exercise!
It's just something I do!

Leaning new steps/ combo's
Beginning Hip Hop Dance: Tap

SLACKER! / Not so WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

2010-11-17T11:03:00.002-05:00

Slacker!...I think that was what Terri over at "Terri's Little Corner" was calling me.
She said get in there and blog or something...lol
Now, I'm not like most bloggers in here...I'm not a "Writer", and some days I just don't have much to share.
I do have a lot going on in this head of mine, but words fail me when I sit down at my blog. So, I surf other blogs..check emails, then facebook...etc.. Then it's time to get things done around the home before work.

Just off the top of my head...I have no personal friends that Blog...Long time ago I invited family and friends to start blogging as a way to keep "in touch", but they just can't seem to do it. One of the reasons I started a blog was to let family see pictures of my son's races...let them read what was going on in our lives...etc.. Our Family over the years has spread out all over the US.
Then Facebook came out....Finally a way to get Family and Friends active on the internet.
It's just strange that I know no personal friends that blog! But, I have made many blog friends..read many great stories. So, I guess my family and friends are missing out!

Here's to all my Blog Buddies...Cheers!
Hugs

Oop's..about forgot..

Take the Challenge with me...

2010-11-15T12:06:00.000-05:00

MeYou Health helps you improve your well-being by introducing you to small actions you can accomplish every day. After all, we believe your every day choices can become everyday victories.

Goofy chubby girl gets new mugs! and a new Do

2010-11-15T11:09:00.001-05:00

Oh Yeah baby....My new mugs finally came!

I had to get them washed up so I could sit down with my favorite tea, and a book...

Hubby gave me a Perm Sunday...looks a little fuzzy at the moment, but it will wash out..(I hope!)
Hubby gives the best perms, because he knows how to "roll" the rods and paper.
He also makes me promise not to tell his buddies that he gives his wife "Perms". He says they would jump all over this... Not Manly! Geez
I remember my Dad helping Mom with her hair coloring, and perms...he didn't seem embarrassed. Humm? makes me wonder now...lol

I guess it's just a "Guy" thing. Get over it Honey, because a few of my friends already know, and wonder if you would give them perms? Hey, this could be extra income for us... Just saying!

Pimping my Hubby out..."Will give Home Perms and color!"

Have a Great Day...Hugs

Chubby Girl

2010-11-13T13:20:00.000-05:00

So....the other day at work a guy told me I was Chubby....CHUBBY! Yes, this word hurt my feelings.
After he picked himself up off the floor he said...

Dude: You were a little thing when you hired in.
Me: Dude, I was 24 when I hired in.
Dude: Yes well....You've gained some weight.
Me: (getting really pissed) You will have that when you age...now GO AWAY! Creep!

Okay...he did hit a nerve...only because I KNOW that I'm not as "Fit" as I was when I was 24.
And It's been on the top of my list to get back into shape...I just didn't like him pointing this fact out!
I think we all know when things need to change, like our weight...etc... we just don't like it when people throw it in our face...and then, sometime we need it as a kick in the butt to get started.
(he's still a creep tho.)

This was going to be a December post... "Getting Fit"..But now I'm changing the Title to...
"Chubby girl getting Fit"
My plan/goal for 2011 is to be more active, and start eating healthier!

My weight today 11/13/10
137lb
My goal weight...it's not important..as long as I'm getting healthy and fit!
The more I work out the better I feel.

My biggest challenge will be eating healthier!

Have a Great day..
Hugs to all,
Chubs

Wordless Wednesday

2010-11-10T10:27:00.001-05:00

~Miss Diva~She tell's it like it is...

Men are Slobs!

2010-11-09T01:18:00.001-05:00

So...I just got home from work...it's 12:50am...and I'm beat!
I HATE my job these days! Don't get me wrong..I am truly Thankful that I have a job, but it's getting to the point to where I dread going in there!

To the guys I relieve at work...Dude, I'm not your Momma..I'm not your wife..I am NOT picking up after you!

I am the only female line operator. I work with mostly men, and I've come to the conclusion that men are SLOBS! I can almost tell what they had for lunch by looking on the floor. I have to work there for 8 hrs. and I never leave a mess like they do...
So, I have to clean my area because I don't want to walk around in their crap all day! It just drives me nuts! (see? I think they know I'll get tired of looking at the mess, and clean it anyways)

Okay...I'm done venting...I'm going to bed!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFE

2010-11-08T09:39:00.000-05:00

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFE

Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk.

When you lose, don't lose the lesson.

Follow the three res. Respect for self, Respect for others, and Responsibility for all your actions.

Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck.

Learn the rules so you know how to break them properly.

Don't let a little dispute injure a great friendship.

When you realize you've made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.

Spend some time alone every day.

Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values.

Remember that silence is sometimes the best answer.

Live a good, honorable life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll be able to enjoy it a second time.

A loving atmosphere in your home is the foundation for your life.

In disagreements with loved ones, deal only with the current situation. Don't bring up the past.

Share your knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality.

Be gentle with the earth.

Once a year, go someplace you've never been before.

Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.

Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it.

Approach love and cooking with reckless aband

Spread the Dead..New AMC drama

2010-11-06T12:36:00.001-04:00

The Walking Dead is an epic, edge-of-your-seat drama where personal struggles are magnified against a backdrop of moment-to-moment survival. A survivalist story at its core, the series explores how the living are changed by the overwhelming realization that those who survive can be far more dangerous that the mindless walkers roaming the earth. They themselves have become the walking dead.

The walking Dead

Police officer Rick Grimes wakes from a coma to find the world ravaged by a zombie apocalypse. Nearby, a small group struggles to stay alive as 'the dead' stalk them. Can Rick and the group survive the zombies and each other in this horrific new reality?

The Walking Dead is a survival adventure series from the director of The Shawshank Redemption and the producer of The Terminator. Premieres Sun., Oct. 31 at 10/9c on AMC.

*Click on the picture to help me in the "Spread the word" contest.

I splurged today!

2010-11-04T14:28:00.000-04:00

Sedona Stripe Sedona mug as seen on two and half men show

by Tabletops Lifestyles At TTU

After watching Two and a Half Men for several years, I reached a point where I had to hunt down the cool coffee mugs that Charlie Sheen and Jon Cryer use on the show.
They also have matching bowls, and dinner plates, but I will stay with the mugs for now.

We watch a lot of sitcom's, and while the hubby is checking out the "Babes", I find myself checking out the "set decor" on a lot of these show's. lol

So, hopefully by next Thursday I will have my set of mugs..
Happy, happy, joy, joy!

Take care...Hugs to all

Wordless Wednesday

2010-11-03T08:38:00.000-04:00

Happy IVGLDSW Day!

2010-10-30T21:39:00.006-04:00

Hello, my Blog Friends.... and Happy Saturday....

Today we went to Wright Patt Air force Base (Dayton Oh.) to hang with my stepson.

He leaves for Qatar Nov. 3 for a 6 month tour..

We had the good old American food..."Pizza and Budweiser"

Yummm!

(hubby and Alec)

Here is a little something for the girls...

HAPPY IVGLDSW DAY!

Today is International Very Good Looking, Damn Smart Woman's Day, so please send this message to someone you think fits this description. Please do not send it back to me as I have already received it from a Very Good Looking, Damn Smart Woman! And remember this motto to live by: Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, wine in the other, totally worn out and screaming 'WOOO HOOOOO what a ride!'

Have a Great Weekend!

Note to self......

2010-10-27T11:30:00.003-04:00

Get off your butt, and get motivated...Come on girl..it's almost noon and your still in your pj's.
I have started a bad habit lately....turning on the computer before my shower, and the next thing I know...Well... you know how it is when you start surfing your friends blogs, checking email, then on to facebook...time just gets away from you!

I have several projects that need attention...Blanket for a friend (Christmas present)...Baby blanket (boy).. (I have at least 5 more months on that one). New couch pillow's for me...and, all the material for these projects are sitting in the bedroom taking up space. I can make a blanket in a couple of hours, but I keep putting these projects off for some unknown reason.

Okay....so, now it is noon, and I'm still on here.
I'm going now....logging off...hitting the shower...going to do something constructive before work.
Hugs to all....

Picture post Monday

2010-10-25T11:55:00.004-04:00

I posted this picture because I've been wanting a book shelve...real bad. So when I come across one (a picture) I save it into my picture file thingy....

It's always good to dream, or have "Wants"...and, I have a lot of "Wants". Yes, I am Thankful for all I have, but like I said...it's okay to Dream!

Just check out all the shelves here...makes me all giddy inside.

Some day I WILL have a place to put all my books darn it! Maybe not as gorgeous as these, but I will have one!

Have a Great Monday!

Linda

I tried not to show my disgust!

2010-10-18T11:28:00.009-04:00

So, cold and flu season is upon us, and guess who has a cold already..yep, yours truly! (oh the joy)

It all started last week when I had to work with this young guy at work...He was coughing, and all snotty...We have to share a phone, and at one time I remember, it rang, he answered, then handed it to me....I was like...ewww. (I tried not to show my disgust) I didn't want to take it...I didn't want to put it up close to my face...I had to take it...and I had to put it up to my face..shudder.

My throat started getting sore Saturday, and by Sunday the dam broke into a full blown cold!

~Oh, the Joy!~

~WEEKEND FUN~

Saturday, my son (Bo) was working as a chain- saw creepy guy at a local Haunted Orchard...

Jandra (Bo's g-friend), my friend Vickie and I (sore throat and all) went out for a night of screams. I took my camera....this first picture is of Jandra, before she knew this was Bo...look at the terror on her face....LOL

We found out that this was Bo...big smile on Jandra's face...

This was a lot of fun!

Oh, the best part of my weekend...I got a new computer! Woot!

*Made a pillow a couple of weeks ago...this was just a practice pillow.

Hugs to all....

When I grow up, I want to look just like you!

2010-10-16T12:02:00.004-04:00

I ran into an old friend at Wal Mart...we chatted for awhile, and then she paid me a compliment that just about brought tears to my eyes..
She said...Linda, when I grow up, I want to look just like you.. You have a cute little figure!
I know...it's all a little sappy....But,
This compliment came at a time when I really needed it! I'm going to be smiling the rest of the day!

I think when you recieve a compliment from another woman it means more....we all know most men will tell you anything...or lie when you ask: Do these pants make my butt look big?

So...make someones day, and send out some compliments!

Chemo Angels

2010-10-13T10:16:00.003-04:00

A GREAT way to support Chemo Patients!

Chemo Angels

Chemo Angels is a volunteer organization dedicated to adding a ray of sunshine to the lives of those undergoing IV chemo treatment. We believe people going through the physical, emotional and mental rigors of chemotherapy deserve some encouragement. Many of our Chemo Angel volunteers are cancer survivors themselves, or people whose lives have been affected by cancer in some way. Our common denominator is a desire to brighten the lives of cancer patients while they are going through this challenging time.

For Angel Volunteers

If your application is accepted, you will encourage and support your patient for the duration of their course of treatment by sending weekly cards, and uplifting notes, and an occasional small gift.

Here's how to become a >"Chemo Angel"<

Darn Computer anyways!!!

2010-10-10T16:09:00.002-04:00

Once again, I've spent the last week.. "with out".. without a computer that is.
Sometimes I wonder why I even care about fixing this darn thing...I know..it's because I'm sadly addicted to the computer!

I actually did quite well this time without my pc...I stayed busy, making crafts, and puppy sitting!
I did have 419 emails I had to catch up on...wow!

I have been busy storing pictures to a different location incase I lose everything on here.
I also been giving some serious thought on buying a new Laptop.

Have a Great Week!

Changing blog name..need help!

2010-09-27T10:20:00.004-04:00

So, I'm thinking about changing the name of my blog...and I'm stumped!
My life has not been much of an adventure...it seems kind of boring lately.
Work sucks...I don't find any enjoyment in my work anymore...and feel I'm just living through the week until the weekends! (<--did that sound right?)

I haven't been writing much lately..just posting pictures.
I know I'm not much of a writer..wish I was...I'm also no poet...I do have a lot going on inside my head, but never seem to get it into words...many might not want to hear whats going on in there...lol

So...with the help from my blog buddies, maybe you can help me come up with a cool blog title.

Thinking out loud...Here is a few things to high light my life...

I am not a stay at home Mom

All children are grown and gone

I work in a dirty factory... 4 pm - midnight

Been married a couple of times

My husband has the sex drive of a 20 yr. old

I only see my hubby on the weekends, and I like it that way...lol

I have no Grand children! (yet)

I think I might be pre-menopausal

I make crafts to give as gifts not to sell..(I have been thinking about changing that though)

I like to stay healthy, but lately I've been eating like crap
I hate winter

Well..I could go on and on, but I'm going to stop for awhile...I'm depressing myself..lol
So, if anyone has any suggestions on a new name, I would love to hear them.

Hugs

A Lawyer Mom's Musings: These heart beats will make you cry.

2010-09-27T09:45:00.000-04:00

A Lawyer Mom's Musings: These heart beats will make you cry.: "When a young teenage girl died in a skiing accident, her parents donated her organs. Later, her mother went on a quest to hear her daughter..."

Making Cup Cozy's

2010-09-20T11:55:00.005-04:00

I've been busy making blanket's, "No Sew" and Crochet...
Had to stop everything when I seen a picture of Cup Cozy's, and had to make my own.
So, I made two so far...I am really bad about having a couple projects going at the same time.

These are fast, and easy. I'm thinking..a set of two for gift giving.
(Cool ideas from Annabelle over at "Just make it")

Race Day

2010-09-19T10:58:00.004-04:00

~Bo at Marion~
Bo's friends child and puppy..so cute

Taking some time to "Play"

2010-09-13T12:33:00.003-04:00

Hubby and I had a nice afternoon just hanging out at one of the local parks...When was the last time you just "Played"?
I think we all need Play days...So get out there before it get's too cold, and just PLAY!

Grand-puppy

2010-09-13T10:39:00.003-04:00

We feed the Blue jays and Squirrels peanuts (unsalted). Well, our Grand-puppy has learned to get the peanut out of the shell..he use to just eat the whole thing. Shot this little video to show how smart he is.
The weather this past weekend was great for spending quality time out on the patio.

That was then..

2010-09-03T09:47:00.007-04:00

About 7 years ago, we down-sized to a small duplex. We love that we don't have to keep putting money into the "Up-keep" of the smaller place. (the old house was a financial burden)
It's so nice and cozy..easy to heat, the yard is a lot small for the hubby to mow...

That was Then....

Now...
I miss all the room We use to have...
I can't even do half the crafts I use to because We don't have the space.
I've had this craving to make some soap and candles again, but again.. I don't have the storage space for all the materials.
I have been making blanket's, but I have to move furniture just to lay it out on the living room floor to work on them.

And, not to mention that this is the "Meeting" place. The place where everyone comes to. The hubby's buddies are always here watching the "Game", race or playing Tiger Woods golf on the Wii.

We need a bigger place! I need my craft room...Hubby needs a play room.

But, the worst part is, we don't even have extra room to put up house guest when they come to town. We had a death in the family, and I couldn't even offer family that flew in a place to stay.

I don't know if we will be able to find something a little bigger for the right price, but it never hurts to dream, and pray for it!

Hugs to all...

More Blankets

2010-08-30T12:40:00.003-04:00

I am making up easy Blanket's to keep on hand for when I need a quick gift. I did this with my Crocheted blankets, but this is so much faster!

Baby Blanket

2010-08-28T19:10:00.003-04:00

Made this Baby Blanket for my niece..She is having a boy in about two weeks!

Meeting up with my past

2010-08-25T11:29:00.005-04:00

Recently I've been catching up with old friends from my past (School friends) via facebook. Facebook is a great site for finding, and hanging out with new and old friends. We chat, leave messages, look at each others family photo's..etc...

I met up with a few classmates one Saturday morning at a cafe, and I was so nervous about seeing them. You know how those School reunion thing goes...and, what do you do for a living? Ugh!
I've never cared much what others thought of me...I'm happy, healthy, and I think I have a good life!
Meeting up with this group of friends had me spending a little extra time making sure I looked good...everything had to be just right...Bluh, bluh, bluh... The whole time I kept thinking..why are you going the extra mile on my over-all appearance?
BECAUSE...I guess I do care what these people think!
that right there makes me mad at myself!

I think we all want others to say...she has aged well! She looks good for her age!
Yes, I am aging, but darn-it, I do want to look good for my age!

And what do you do for a living Linda? (here goes..) Well, I do not have a "Glamorous" job by far...actually, it's a dirty job, it's hot, and I sweat like a man...I do a "Man's" job, and I get dirty! I am the only female Line Operator...My job is both Physically and mentally challenging.. and my shift ends at midnight!

Actually, I'm really THANKFUL that I have a job...a Man that Loves me..My Son is happy and well, and I have a roof over my head!

I found another childhood friend on facebook...we use to be neighbors, and played together all the time. She wants to meet up soon...she said she will come by my home...Ohhh....here I go again thinking my home is just not perfect enough for old friends to see...There is nothing wrong with living in a duplex! There is nothing wrong with NOT owning a home...we gave that up, and decided to be renters. So why am I so nervous about her coming here?
I'm so lame!
I can't wait to meet up with my old childhood friend, but I just want our first meeting to be someplace else...again...I'm so lame!

Linda

Life is an Adventure!

Winter

Just a Memory

Changes are coming in the New Year

Random Thoughts

Falling

Wordless Wednesday

OSU Rag Rug

Are you chasing happiness?

Another Rag Rug finished

Special Moments

Perfect weekend

Pensacola Florida/wedding

Wedding Rug

Nature's Art

Surprise!

Just a few things...

The games we play

Sunday Drive 4/10/11

Pin it

Sunday Drive

SPRING BREAK

18 years

I won the Stylish Blogger Award!

Quit your whining!

"Geek Alert"

Nothing

Guilty!

Hubby's Cartoons

WTF?

New Adventures

To you, my Friend...

Friday at last...

Enough Already!

4 lies and a truth

Worry not

Having ~Withdraw~

Desktop Wallpaper

Congratulation! You are have been Featured on Bloggers

Cabin Fever

Life goes on....

My weekend...

Sex after 40

Getting Married..again

Lazy Sunday's

Your Secrets are safe with me

Wordless Wednesday / In the Spotlight

Welcoming the New Year

Head Bangers

Grumpy today

~*~Merry Christmas~*~ to all my Blog Friends!

Holiday Cheer!

"Put-Off"

Stressful Shoppers!

The most beautiful scenery in the world

Wordless Wednesday

It's a Mad, mad World.

Our Sunday Outing (first real snow)

Questions for you..Silly, weird and whatever!

Whats for Dinner?

My favorite room

Wordless Wednesday!

"LIke" Button

I've been Tagged!

Fun interviews

Coming out of the Closet...

Bad Girl nails

Aging..Fighting it all the way!

Sunday Morning Tradition

I see you!

A Thank-you would be Appreciated

Pay It Forward Day

Happy happy, Joy joy

Hip Hop Dance

SLACKER! / Not so WORDLESS WEDNESDAY

Take the Challenge with me...

Goofy chubby girl gets new mugs! and a new Do

Chubby Girl

Wordless Wednesday

Men are Slobs!

~~Merry Christmas~~ to all my Blog Friends!