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Random Thoughts Tuesday

I had to eat my lunch one noodle at a time today. It was not fun or easy. The orthodontist thought it would be nice to put the smallest rubber band he could find on the left side of my braces in the shape of a V. It was quite an endeavor for me to hook the darn thing on before leaving his office. If my teeth would move at least a millimeter or two this wouldn't be such a tough process, at least for the left side of my mouth. Thank you, right side, for cooperating and doing your job.

This weekend we went out of town to my home state of GA. My dear friend from childhood is in the local Service League in her county and they were hosting a 5k run to benefit needy children in the county.
Going into this race I had a goal of finishing in 36 minutes. Since I have been running a while I thought it was a decent goal. My dear friend, B, told me to expect one decent hill. So, I did. I did not expect the massive hills that took up the largest portion of the 2nd mile. Oh my gosh. It was brutal. But I did finish in 37:03 and my hubby finished in 30:17. Both of us got new 5k race PR's and I am pretty proud.  Hubby even laughed at me a little as I was running to the finish with a huge grin on my face. Oh well, just wait until you see me crossing the finish line of my next race! ;)

Justin and me pre-race. It was windy and chilly.

B and me.

This weekend on our way home we stopped off in Chattanooga for lunch and to walk around the mall. Annabelle spotted the "Easter Bunny" and asked if they could go sit in his lap. I have never taken my kids to sit on the EB's lap because honestly, Santa is one thing but some guy dressed in a furry bunny suit is another, ya know!? So, without even thinking I said, "Um, no. The Easter Bunny isn't even..." And I stopped.
Crap, what was I saying???
Annabelle replied, "Real! Huh?"
I left it at that. So, yeah, whoever has last month's Bad Mom award can just forward it to me now. lol

Did anyone catch Kate on "Dancing" last night?
haha whoa. This is the first season I have watched so I am usually late turning it on. We miss a lot of the first dancers but we got to see Kate. Um, she's not good.

Does anyone know how to be in two places at the same time?
Peanut has an Easter party/Egg hunt at school today at 2. Annabelle needs to be picked up on the other side of town at 2:45. Shouldn't be an issue, right?! Nah. Only IF the preschool egg hunt starts and finishes in about 15 - 20 minutes. Then I won't have any problem zooming across town to pick my girl up from school. LOL There needs to be two of every parent, don't ya think?? ;)

Ok, click the cute graphic up top and go be random yourself!

Wordless Wednesday

Random Thoughts Tuesday

Talking to my 6 year old is quite humorous at times. 

This afternoon she was talking about our dog and how much cuter she was when she was a puppy. 

So, she asked "why" was the dog so cute when she was a puppy and why was she gray now.

The mean (her words, not mine) Mom that I am answered with, "Aging is brutal." Now I know my 6 year old didn't quite understand that so the sarcastic side of me went on to say, "Just think when you get older like me you may very well look like me!" 

That girl!

"Well, Mom, at least you have pretty clothes."

Thanks, kid. Appreciate ya! ;)

Well, track season has officially started. That means that I get to spend my 8th wedding anniversary alone. Sort of. I do get to take my kids to dinner at Chickfila so they can play and I can finish up some GS Cookie stuff! ha, don't be too jealous! To celebrate our anniversary my hubby will be at the first track meet of the season. Fun. And this weekend instead of a romantic dinner out or weekend get away I signed us up to run a 5k race together. That's love, folks! 

Wanna laugh AT me now?

Ok. Last week I took Annabelle in to get a hair cut and decided to have my eyebrows waxed too because I was seriously developing a major "fro brow." Well, normally I don't have Annabelle with me and I am in and out. Easy peasy. I was reminded WHY I don't take Annabelle with me to such appointments. 

The girl is an absolute wiggly worm giggle box.

She was sitting on the end of the little bed I was laying on and was just being silly. I'd of course told her a few times to simmer down. Well, finally I had it. I got the Mom look on my face and the girl doing my brows lost it. I can't blame her. I knew at that moment what had happened.

We were all laughing so hard everyone in the salon was wondering what was going on.

Yep, I had opened my eyes so wide with all my fussing at Annabelle that my eyelashes got stuck to the fresh hot wax on my lower brow. Fun times. 

Now you go and be random! :o)

8 years ago ....

I married my best friend and the love of my life!

I'm looking forward to many more happy years.

I love you with all of my heart. 

*picture quality is horrible because I had to take pics of the pics! lol

Wordless Wednesday

Seriously, it was a scary ride! ;o)

Random Thoughts Tuesday

 

I have slacked in blogging. You've heard me say that before, huh!?!

Well, let me assure you blog posts are coming.

Yesterday I finally downloaded the pics from Peanut's 4th birthday! 

The weather here is gross right now. Chilly and gray. Ick.

I'm ready for permanent sunshine and warm temps. 

Well, I know it won't be permanent but more regular in occurence would be nice!

I have a headache today. I didn't get my coffee this morning. I'm sure that's why. And the otc meds I took an hour ago still haven't kicked in. No fun.

I am excited to announce that I no longer have cases upon cases of GS cookies in my house. I no longer have to devote my entire weekend to cookie booths around town. I no longer have to worry about collecting $$$ from the 4 other moms in my troop. Cookie time is over (at least until next year)! 

I've accomplished a lot at work the last week or so. That is a good feeling! 

I just wish I could get more accomplished at home.

There are 11 days until my first 5k race this year. I think I'm ready. Sort of.

There are 95 days until we leave for our summer vacation to the beach. Mentally I am very ready for summer vacation. Physically I still have a ways to go. I did order up a bit of motivation from Land's End yesterday! Scored a tankini top and bottom for a grand total of $24.02! Love their closeouts section!

This week is Spring Break week for hubby and the kids. It sucks being at work while they are home.

I want to play, lay on the couch and watch tv, clean up and organize....Sigh.

 

Our family has been faced with some challenges lately. I won't go into any details here but things are and will be fine/great. We've learned that integrity is a great quality to have and to be cautious of those around us that show little or no character or integrity in their own lives. We know change is good and we know that God holds us in His hands and He knows what is best for us.

Swaparific!!

 

I'm a lucky girl!

I recently participated in Mamarazzi's   Favorite Things Swap and was paired up with Mamarazzi herself!

She treated me very well (as you will be able to see by the pics below)! I loved participating in this swap and if you haven't before I urge you to follow her and stayed tuned for another swap! 

This is the beauty that was enclosed in the box Mamarazzi sent me. :) 

 

 I learned that Mamarazzi and I have a lot in common.

She and I sent each other nail goodies, including Pink polish. ;o)

Mamarazzi sent so many great things.

And each one had a lovely little tag attached. 

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Of the items picture here I think the Wisps are my fave. 

Since I got braces last year I find myself picking at my teeth a lot especially on days I eat brussel sprouts. LOL So, these little guys will be a permanent accessory in my purse now. 

Mamarazzi doesn't know but Cadbury mini eggs are my absolute fave Easter treat.

These things were torn into within seconds of unwrapping them. They didn't last long at all. In fact, my dear hubby promised me another bag! LOL

I really had a lot of fun with this swap! 

Thank you so much, Mamarazzi!!

Wordless Wednesday - on Thursday ;)

What a week!

Well folks a week has passed since I have posted anything on my blog.
In that week..
- Isaiah turned 4
-he woke up the night of his bday in a puddle of vomit
-two mornings later Annabelle woke up with a fever, headache, sore throat and just feeling puny
-we visited the dr...positive for strep throat
-my mom came to town to visit and go to Peanut's bday party
-Annabelle cried many tears Friday and Saturday over having to miss the bday party
-Saturday we had Peanut's bday party, a party for one of his preschool friends and a GS Cookie booth
-add in another GS Cookie booth (after church) on Sunday
- I fell asleep in my chair by 9pm two nights in a row! (exhaustion!!!)
-4 days of school
-lots of GS Cookie work
-School nurse calls me at work yesterday to let me know Belle has yet another headache and sore throat - no fever
-5:45 pm and her temp was 102 last night. yay.
-dr appointment this morning to find out it is likely just viral
-scheduled a day off today with plans of the gym, hair cuts and just a fun day with my Peanut
-ugh. are you tired yet???

Don't go feeling sorry for me! This is minor in comparison to a lot of people, I know. I am thankful for my busy life. I am blessed! I do hope to get back to normal posting soon, if not for all you, for my  hubby. I think I got a text everyday this week about there being no posts on the blog. LOL
Perhaps I will play catch up if I can get the kids to nap!

Wordless Wednesday - *Four*

 

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Happy Birthday, Peanut!

Circle of Friends.. an award

The very lovely Denise @ Run DMT gave me this great award this week. I feel lucky to have "met" several great bloggers that I feel are in my Circle of Friends. Denise is one of those. She shares similar interests as me (running, for example). If you have a minute to spare be sure to check out her blog! :)

 

 I must now list 5 things that make me happy!

1. my family - I love spending time with my hubby and kids!

2. running - it makes me feel good about myself and strong!

3. coffee - my favorite beverage these days!

4. blogging

5. going to church!

And now the rules are that I must list 5 bloggers that brighten my day and link back to the lovely lady that gave me this award, Denise.

1. ManicMother 

2.Kasey @ All That is Good  

3. Our Life in Perfect Cadence 

4. Rachel @ A Little Bit of Kooky 

5. Channa @ Life as a Coaches Wife

Random Thoughts Tuesday

Do you just ever feel like you have SO much going on and you are being pulled in so many different directions that you really don't know if you are coming or going? Does that even make sense?? LOL

This is my life right now. And I do love it. 

I have just been so busy. Busy is good I guess since it tends to keep one out of trouble.

Not that I am trouble. ;o)

My Peanut boy turns 4 tomorrow. 

Where exactly does time go??

Maybe I will just talk more about that tomorrow.

I'm on my 3rd cup of coffee for the day. I usually just drink my morning cup and be done. I started putting regular sugar (just a little) in my coffee and think that has turned me off from my usual afternoon drink of Diet Coke or Diet Dr Pepper. Something about the aspartame is just not agreeing with my tastebuds lately. 

I had an orthodontist visit today. Since I haven't whined talked about that in a while I thought now was a good time. I have one tooth that has what they call a twist tie attached to the bracket. They take this teeny tiny wire and twist and twist and twist (you get the idea) until they feel they have twisted enough. It hurts. She detached the little twist tie today and I got excited thinking the twisting was over and the tie was being removed. Frickin frack, no such luck! Boo. She twisted some more. Hopefully soon there will be no more twisting because I am sure my tooth has already done a complete 360! 

Have I mentioned I am still up to my knees in GS Cookies?

Ha! I am. We had to cancel a booth tonight due to the weather. 

We had a little dusting of snow, school canceled so I made an executive decision (teehee) to cancel our cookie booth. It is freezing and I just cannot have my little Daisy girls out there getting sick on me. 

Ok, that's all I have for now. Stay tuned tomorrow for some more birthday fun with my Peanut boy! :)

Another year older!

My family took me to the mountains of North Carolina for my birthday (2-28) to play in the snow! We had a LOT of fun and I am very grateful for being able to spend my birthday with my wonderful husband and kids!

 

Bald River Falls

 

 Mommy posing for pics with the kids! 

  

 View coming down the mountain. 

  

Time for a little hike. 

  

 Mommy trying to set up a picture op. Needless to say the snow was hard and slick. Therefore, I fell. 

We had a really fun day! The snow was pretty. It was cold. 

We only had a few minor "bumps" in the road with the kids being whiny, but I loved every minute of my day!