Life's Little Offbeat Tricks

I'm sure most of you have heard the saying, "He/She got up on the wrong side of the bed." It seems there are times this applies to me. Unfortuately, there are times I don't even realize this... until something happens and it occurs to me that I have been a royal bitch, a real pain the in the backside of many people. I can go back and pinpoint certain times that I have had moments of not being to nice and  not even realized. This week. It's been happening this week. I have been the president of 'Bitches 'R' Us'. I realized it other day. I hate it when I get like this. I've been like this a lot this school year.   

 

This three day weekend got here just in time. 

My goal this coming week? To be a nicer bitch.  

  
            

Midnight at the oasis...after a morning with Boston!

It's not even 6:30 PM but feels like midnight. I might have wondered where the day went if I had not gotten up early and drove down to Cullman for a few hours. Of course, that was this morning. And a beautiful day it was around here! The temperture was just perfect with the sun shining in. A Boston CD with the windows down, driving as fast as I dared on the old country road. Yes, a silly, pre-pubescent thing to do... but still fun! Some things just never change....

Speaking of Boston, one of the best concerts I ever attended in the late 70's! Lots of 'smoke' and packed to the max! I found this little piece of a flash of the past...

Tags: Boston, concert

Blue Bags and Full Speed Ahead!

I can not imagine what the world is coming to when I can find about 40 different styles of pink camouflage purses, but yet, nary a nice navy leather purse. Cousin seems to be finding the same problem with navy shoes. It seems unreal considering the use of blue jeans has not declined. Looking at the time of this post, you might think I am loosing sleep over it, but I'm not. Nor am I in extreme need of a new purse.

Remember the post about my former student that went to China for the International Special Olympics? He is back (ok, he's been back... I've just not posted!!) He did VERY well in his races in the track & field bringing home 2 silver and 1 bronze!! He entered three races and won a metal in all three! WTG, Cody!! He stopped by school this week and told us about some of the things he saw. I asked him if he wanted to go back to China to visit. He answered with a quick, "NO!" but added he was glad he had the chance to go.  We are so very proud of him at school! He certainly is a different person than he was 4 years ago when I first met him.

Thanks to all that have clicked on the link to my previous link. Last night the reality of breast cancer came rushing to me unexpectedly. Sister's sister-in-law had to have a mastectomy yesterday. I certainly hope she fully recovers and soon. She is only in her very early 40's and her husband have 3 young children.

This morning's news includes more recalls for toys made in China containing lead as well as a warning about Aqua-Dots that chemically changes into that of a similar to a date rape drug. Makes you want to go hhhhhmmmmm....  Seems to becoming a pattern.... Those homemade rag dolls are beginning to look pretty good, aren't they?

We have Veteran's Day coming up. No matter how you have ever felt about any of the wars going on now or in the past, we need to send the love and thanks to those who put their lives on the line (or died in the line) of duty.  (((((HUG A VET)))))   I plan on doing it in person this weekend. My dad was inthe Korean 'conflict', one of my friend's dad was in WWII (and has a purple heart!) and Chuck who does 'Dribble' journal, And Mary's father (Just Mary). Cousin's hubby is Viet Nam vet, as well as many of you, including The Dog, and JimS (Jimmy's Journal). Jimmy's nephew was killed in action in the ever current Iraq war. I am sure I have missed someone I read, but the brain isn't working that well yet.

Well, time to hit the showers and get to school. It is "Girl's Day" as the boys are going to an away volleyball game this morning. Sexist, you might say. No. The girls don't care anything about playing and we do 'girl' stuff while the guys are gone. Fun stuff. Did I ever post the picture of me after receiving a facial and make-up job from one of my girls? NO? And I won't!! LOL  Have a great Thursday!!

Tags: camouflage, breast cancer, veteran, girls day, school, navy, purses

Breast Cancer Prevention

Yep, another commercial. 

I have had a couple family members and friends die because of breast cancer. I've been lucky there have not been more.

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Fall, Fell, Fallen

I got home from my trip this afternoon. It was a great trip, but always good to be home. We headed out on Sunday morning around 7:00 (a.m.)  to head up to Indiana. Cousin's grand kids didn't know we were coming, but we had it all arranged with cousin's daughter for the kids to answer the door. When they opened up, they just stood there staring at cousin. Grand-daughter told us later she was thinking, "That looks like my granny, but that can't be my granny. My granny is in Tennessee!" Grand-son stood there with mouth open, not believing it! Later, he wanted to know just "why" we were there. Kids, aren't they great?  Later that evening, we headed back to town to Cousin's sister to stay with her. As always, lots of giggling, eating and staying up late. Fun stuff!    

Sunday and Monday the temps were in the low 90's. Can you believe it? Record highs for there. Actually, I was looking forward to some cooler weather... geez. Tuesday was better, high 80's and yesterday morning, when we left was 42 degrees. It was really cool! Not complaining, just stating facts! 

We were expecting to see a lot of color along the highway considering the time of the year. It's been so dry and hot this year, there is very little anywhere. Indiana had very little and usually, this is about the right time of year for fall viewing.  Yesterday, while driving back to TN, a golden leaf got caught on the antenna of the car. I made a picture just in case we don't see any more color this year!  BTW Cousin, the picture came out rather well, don't you think? 

Sunday when we were heading up, I asked Cousin if we could stop at the WigWamVilliage in Cave City, KY. The village is about 70 years old and they are still rented out. They were full when we stopped by. I think I might have to try it out sometime, just to say I've stayed in a wig-wam!

Needless to say, this was one of the best trips ever!  I think we all had a great time together and as always, it's great to see the kids again.

Color me somewhat rested!

 

Tags: Wig Wam Villiage, Cave City KY, fall foliage, kids, rabbits, cousins

Finally!! A Get-Away!

Finally, time away from the real world! It's fall break for me, so, Cousin and I came up to Indiana to see her daughter and family as well as her sister (cousin sister). I had wanted to come up during summer vacation, but this has not been a good year for fun stuff. (See most of 2007 entries, or at least, it seems as it's been the year from hell...)

It's fun to see cousin's grandkids in their normal routine. Most of the time I see them, they are on vacation down in TN. They are getting to an age where we can have real conversations.

Talk soon, must go be 2nd cousin or whatever the heck it is I am!

Special Olympics

Recently, one of my former students was selected to participate in the International Special Olympics in China. The team left the USA last week and are now in China. Here is the link for the pictures they have added. I saw my student in one of them. He better bring home the gold!

Photo Gallery :: Special Olympics Team USA

Tags: Special Olympics, Team USA, Gold, Kennedys