Call the Preppies In

JL

2009-04-02T06:46:00.003-05:00

Looking over my provisional requirements and I still have a cultural event, city council meeting, school board meeting, placement interview, and Glass slipper Project to check off!!

Geez!!!! I LUV League, but looking back I cannot believe how much time, money, and work goes into your provisional year.

All of the above must be completed by April 17th. YIKES!!

I am seriously thinking about putting in a transfer in August for Junior League Dallas just b/c it would be so much closer to me. Currently, I have about a 45 minute commute one way, and have minimum 2 meetings a week.

Only hesitation I have is leaving the friendships behind @ JLA. I am not sure what I will do. Still have time to decide.

League really has been an amazing experience and will be something I am a part of wherever I go. What a wonderful group of professional, friendly women all coming together to serve the community! :)

Hope everyone has a fantastic Thursday. I'm a little pooped from the concert Tuesday night. Britney was AMAZING!!!! 4th row tickets- even better. I would love to be able to dance like her!!! She really knows how to shake her "busy body!!" LOL

Fab Lilly Finds!

2009-03-29T21:24:00.008-05:00

Something about my Mom that I LOVE is that she knows how to raise my spirits! She came over today and we had dinner at Breadwinners and then were off to see what fabulous finds were at Marshall's.

I can not believe what we found!!
Hello Lilly!!

It makes me want to take another trip on the East Coast this summer.

Check out the prices! Unbelievable! If you live in Dallas you should go tomorrow- (Marshall's- Preston Center) They had several skirts left and 3 different style sandals. As you can see my Mom bought me the frog sandals and the skirt has giraffes on it.

It definitely lifted my spirits today and I might just leave it laid out on my chair bc it makes me think lighthouses, beaches & lobster rolls.

Sunday Funday :-)

2009-03-29T13:52:00.002-05:00

My day so far... went to church, doing chores, and want to take advantage of the Kate Spade coupon I ran across thanks to
http://coterieblog.blogspot.com/

Thinking about trying this- LUVing the Simplicity

How to Make a Cheap Cake (with video) - wikiHow

Friday Nights

2009-03-27T20:15:00.007-05:00

I love Friday nights! I think it's the sense of accomplishment feeling that I crave. I'm getting things ready for our first Math TAKS tutoring program in the morning @ 8am. It will last 4 hours. Not really sure how this is going to go over, but we'll soon find out. Thought I might take Krispy Kremes to the kiddos.
I'm watching Friday Night Lights right now. I've heard a ton of great talk about it, but to me it's waaaaayyy to depressing. I think the same about Brothers and Sisters.

Anyway,

Went to the Stars game last night with friend H. It was a great game, but the Stars did lose in OT.

Here are a few pics..

Hope everyone has a great weekend. I'm praying that my building doesn't blow over. It's soooo windy outside right now and being on the 20th floor is making me a little nervous- I'm not sure if we're actually swaying or it's just in my head! LOL!
I did bring the plant inside earlier before the crazy weather hit . :)

Pink & Green

2009-03-26T00:18:00.005-05:00

this is just too cute!

Tuesday Ramblings..

2009-03-24T19:46:00.004-05:00

Whew...
I could have really used another week off. Sleeping in, Soap opears, and Sunshine!!!Where did Spring Break go??!!!

On that note, where does the time go in general?

TAKS test is approx 30 days away and it's crunch time! All my math packets are made and we are having a crash course on all 6 objectives.
I do love my job, but forget how stressful it is during this time of the year. Every question counts!!

So, today i took the beamer into the shop b/c my AC stop working. When I picked it up from the dealership ..$120 later, they told me that I have rats in the hood of my car!!!
Ewwwww!!!
What in the world??!!! I live in the city and park in a covered parking garage, but somehow those little guys have nestled in and have chewed my electrical wiring and fuses!! The fuses and chords were able to be replaced..luckily they had not made their way to any big ones yet.
I was told to set traps in my hood and this should help.
The dealership acted like it happens quite frequently..
So random & so gross i know!!

Back to watching the presidential news conference- or at least trying to make sense of the decisions that are being made...he's covered a wide range of topics tonight that's for sure.

Target Find

2009-03-17T01:18:00.009-05:00

I can't believe this is shown as a dress- it's waaaaaayy to short for me. I got a small and plan to wear it with dark skinny jeans. I tried it on and it hits at good places- no need to wear a tank- even better. Great price too.
It's really cute!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.target.com/Juniors-Xhilaration-Short-Sleeve-Top-Floral/dp/B001OCF8XM/qid=1237272159/ref=br_1_9/191-3958685-2959660?ie=UTF8&node=486652011&frombrowse=1&pricerange=&index=tgt-mf-mv&field-browse=486652011&rank=-product%5Fsite%5Flaunch%5Fdate&rh=&page=4

Rambling..

2009-03-16T11:40:00.005-05:00

I dropped off "B" at the airport this morning @ 5AM so he would have one less cab ride in his day.
It was so shocking to see how many people were hopping on a plane to go to work! Wow!! I commend those of you that can keep up with that lifestyle...i know I could not, i don't think. When I 'm having to deal with security lines in an airport I know I'm arriving at my destination to be there on vacation- not work.

Just felt the need to bring attention to this since it was somewhat bothersome to me this morning. I really wish "B" could be staffed locally and not have to travel every week.
Maybe someday.

WARNING- You'll probably cry

2009-03-15T23:43:00.002-05:00

This will be my wedding song someday......

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I-ij6zZhmRo

Random Pics..

2009-03-15T21:13:00.007-05:00

Sunday Funday

2009-03-15T20:24:00.009-05:00

So, "B" and I had a GREAT TIME today trying out 2 new recipes- they were both deeelicious! One of my favorite things in the world is Spinach artichoke dip. I like the fake from the store, the kind from Chili's and some of the best I've ever had is from Houston's until we found this recipe! It's very fresh and not loaded up with mayo like most.
"B" found this recipe online and modified it a little, like he always does- Here is the link to the recipe..
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/emeril-lagasse/artichoke-and-spinach-dip-recipe/index.html

We also made Shepard's Pie. We tried to go light on the potatoes , so it was not as creamy and potatoey (if that's a word) that we've had in the past, but still was very tasty.
http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/30-minute-shepherds-pie-recipe2/index.html
To top it off we had banana pudding for dessert! What a great way to start my Spring Break- good food!!! :)
"B" is not on Spring Break :(- he's wondering why, not??!!!! He will be on a jet plane to DC @ 5AM in the morning...so sad :(

Brrrrrrrrrrr...

2009-03-11T22:08:00.003-05:00

Yesterday, I had on my cute lil' orange sandals with denim skirt and multi-colored spring scarf ( that I just got from Anthropologie- it's really cute, tried to find pic to post but no luck) and was warm with somewhat of a tan( yes, I gave in and got a tanning membership a few weeks ago). I look forward to the 10-15 min nap, not to mention how wonderful the heat feels on my body. I am always cold!

Today, I wore turtle neck, wool pants, and heavy coat. I'm wrapped up in my snuggie right now and at the moment very toasty! :)

I have my formal evaluation tomorrow and need to be preparing for that , but instead i'm finding anything and everything else to do, so that I can put it off a little longer!! UGH!!
Oh well...

Looking forward to Friday- start of Spring Break!! Yey!!!! I plan to hang................

Hope everyone has a Terrific Thursday! :)

Time To GO BIG...

2009-03-10T06:54:00.003-05:00

Ok..So, I am the only girl in Uptown I think that does not own a BIG GOLD CHUNKY WATCH right now! Seriously, I 'm feeling very left out..I see them everywhere..and they are adorable. I saw a ton of them while I spent last summer in NY and thought about getting one then, but didn't..they say Bid D is a year behind and guess that stands to be true! :) LOL.

It's the Michael Kohrs one that seem to be the most popular..

I plan to shop around over Spring Break...only 3 days away..thank goodness.

The battery in my Tag is out, so even more reason to splurge and go trendy right now. Btw...i have only replaced my battery once and I've had the watch almost 10 years- Tags are good stuff!

My Bro

2009-03-03T20:44:00.003-06:00

My brother has been on my mind lately- I felt the need to post a pic of the two of us. I Love you Jordan! Not likely that he reads my blog considering that he does not even txt... i know, it's hard to imagine, but he's just who he is!!!

TAKS...

2009-03-03T20:20:00.002-06:00

Is a beating! Seriously, to stay that quiet for that long is crazy! Writing test was today and Math is about 29 days away. We teach 183 days (or close to that) all year for the state to look at the results of 1 of them. No cell phones went off, so that was a good thing! I actually had my kiddos take their batteries out just to make sure we were safe.

Highlights for today-nominated for Teacher of the Year (that was a big surprise!), got a sweet card in the mail from my BFF :), Mom got me an adorable Easter doormat to put on display, made Racheal Rays Chili Mac for dinner- turned out wonderful as always, watching American Idol now, and that pretty much wraps up my day. :)

Dreaming of warm weather....I'm so tired of the cold!

Hi!

2009-03-02T22:45:00.003-06:00

I've enjoyed keeping up with everyone and I have no excuse for waiting so long to post..Anyway, I have tons to catch you guys up on, so bare with me as I post little by little.

Nite- Nite..

No Longer...

2008-11-11T09:17:00.007-06:00

Yes!!!

Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have missed the Blog world tremendously and thanks to all of you who have emailed me to try to keep in touch since you guys were suddenly "locked out."

I had no choice but to go private immediately after one of my students saw that I had a blog. Yep!! So scary...but considering the attention span and interest of a 7th grader does not exceed past a few days or so i think it's pretty safe to say that it's time to enter back into the blog world.

Gosh...it seems so much longer than it has really been since I posted last. My last post was the day I was going to vote. That day was also the day that I went temporarily private. I have never been one to voice personal political comments but I want to say that I felt very alone and abandoned as I watched the numbers on the map that night. The math minded person that I am quickly spotted that the numbers on the maps were not adding up in my favor.

N**E**Way- enough about that.

Pretty busy weekend planned w/ JL Holiday Magic Show, wedding, and college football.

Go Texas Tech!!!!!! LUV those Boys :)

Don't forget to vote for Heisman Award- #5 or #6 of course!!

Every Vote Counts!!

2008-10-28T17:08:00.004-05:00

Just got caught up with grading and now I'm off to VOTE.

I Miss NYC

2008-10-26T17:25:00.004-05:00

I want to go back VERY SOON. "B" and I talked about me flying the last week of Christmas vacation. That means we would get to spend New Years together in NY. How exciting! :) Too bad it doesn't work out for us to be there on our BDay's- mine is on the 22nd and his is on the 27th. We'll both be 31! Doesn't seem real!!! I'll be skiing in Colorado w/ girlfriends and he'll be on a Caribbean island w/ his fam.

We watched the both of these movies this weekend.

They were both really good! :) Jessica Simpson was adorable playing the role of a small town girl in the Big City. I have to say, that I could relate to several of the things she experienced in the flick. :) If you have not seen it - add it to your Netflix of Blockbuster Queue. I added it this summer while in NY and just now got it. Oh, well, better late than never.

Catherine Zeta- Jones was great working as a chef in a restaurant in Manhattan.

"B" and I had a great "retreat" together! :)

Give Away

2008-10-25T17:59:00.006-05:00

This is my 1st time to post a give away. This is ADORABLE!

If I don't win I'm thinking about buying one for myself. Oh, and the monogrammed recipe cards are a must! :) So many cute ones to choose from. Here are a few that I like.

If you're not one of the 200+ people that have registered to win yet, then go now..only a few days left. Don't forget to mention that CTPI sent you. If you win, I win too!! ;)
Visit Monogram Chick

Go Mavs

2008-10-25T11:48:00.007-05:00

The free tickets were much better than I was expecting. They were Platinum Level- face value $98..not too shabby.
Mavs played the Chicago Bulls in their first pre-season opener. They did lose, but it was still a ton of fun. :)

State Fair

2008-10-24T23:19:00.011-05:00

My lil' bro getting his steer ready to show. He ended up placing 13th out of like 70 plus steers in his class. Only the top 10 in the class make the sale. Better luck next time. He did a really good job showing it. I always enjoy watching him :)

I got to take Baby Lola to the State Fair!! She is absolutely adorable- but a TON OF WORK. Gammi & I were pretty pooped after just a few hours! Best arm workout I've ever had!! No kidding! Go Moms..all you guys must have extremely toned arms. Mine were sore for days after carrying her around. It was all very worth it. I had a blast, so did she. She liked the pig's better than the Moo Moo's. Wish Mom could have joined. :(

I'm back...

2008-10-24T18:58:00.004-05:00

In the swing of things....

Sorry to leave my fellow blog friends in the dark. Lot's has been going on and I've been dying to post. I'm feeling much better. Thanks for the sweet comments. :) I have a feeling this will be the first of several posts this weekend. I got out of school early today for Homecoming..i know , so sweet, right? Too bad and sad that the girls can not wear their mums to school. I know they're a huge distraction, but such a Texas thing.
So, after school today I went to get a car wash and was then southbound 35...Yep. I'm in Austin right now spending the weekend w/ an old friend.. We are having our own "little retreat". Kim- don't me mad at me plz!! :)
The trip down was very long and traffic was backed up for miles when i hit dwntwn traffic. I was just cruising along in the Beamer (that is no longer sick since I spent $1100 to get it fixed) and then what happens??!! Uh..huh. All of a sudden in rush hour traffic it completely dies and people start honking - so embarrassing- I was like PLZ God- I do not want to make Austin news right now. So, God heard me and my car started back up!! Thank goodness! We'll just say it was a "computer foul".

That's all for now...about to eat pot pie w/ "B" and catch up. :)

Oh..and BFF..I got your txt about the Tori B online 25% off sale. Just go ahead and pick out your bday gift. :) That's the VERY LEAST I CAN DO!!!!!!!!!!!!

TGIF

2008-10-17T15:48:00.003-05:00

Thank goodness it's Friday and I get to go home and go to bed. I knew last night when I left my JL meeting I was getting sick. Bad thing is that since I'm sick the school nurse says no to my free flu shot. Darn it! Should have not put it off. I was planning on running in the Race for the Cure tomorrow morning, but something tells me that I won't make that big of a difference- they are expecting like 19,000 people! I still need to go get a mani/pedi for date tomorrow night w/ "E". We have charity event to go to. :)

Hope everyone has a great weekend and Go Tech- Beat A&M!!!!!!

It goes to show..

2008-10-16T17:15:00.002-05:00

One person, one idea at a time can change the lives of many children.

I want to share this story with you about a bus driver in our district.
Pretty cool and inspirational. :)

Three years ago, (we'll just refer to him as "Mr. B") began a reading program on his bus. Students would read on the buses to and from school and he would give away a little prize (pencil/eraser, etc..) to the student who read the most each week. As the year progressed, several teachers began noticing that their students were improving in the area of reading. When the teachers asked their students about their progress, they told them that they were reading on the bus…

Now in year three of the program, the “Reading Riders” program has spread to seventeen of our district buses. The program was featured in the National Transportation Magazine this summer, our district started receiving phone calls from across the United States on how to get the program started. The program has received letters of congratulations from the Governor Rick Perry AND from the President of the United States, President Bush.

Amazing how one idea can go a long way :)

Wednesday Ramblings..

2008-10-15T19:47:00.006-05:00

Where does the time go???
Seriously. It just amazes me how quickly time flies! I just now got home and my day started @ 5am this morning w/ my morning jog. Got to school to find that my ac was not working so I was pretty much stuck in a hot and humid classroom full of teenagers that were sweaty and stinky- Ewwwwwww!! It's days like today that make me wonder what in the world I am doing teaching 7th grade? Especially when they ask me things like - Miss..Did you not get a chance to flat iron your hair this morning? It looks different- I mean heavens for bid it be a little more poofier (sp?) than normal..oh and the rumor is that I take my fingers run them across my chalkboard and that's how I get my eyeshadow!! Ugh?? What in the world? I started dying laughing. Guess I've been applying the Bobbi Brown highlighter stick a little too heavily!! LOL :) We did get to talk about rumors bc I asked if anyone had actually seen me do that and they all said no. Exactly, which is why that would be a rumor! :)

Do you ever feel like you should get more done at the end of the day? I've been feeling this more than I ever have lately. Is it bc more is expected from us?? I blame it on technology.

I did win tickets to the Mavericks game today. Go me! I won 6 of them for next Tuesday night Mavs vs. Bulls at the AA Center- plan on taking the Fam. Wish me luck w/ that. I was the first to answer a trivial question correctly and respond via email- thanks to google I was able to find it quickly. :)

Just got home from tutoring a girl w/ her Trig- (we went over an hour bc she has a test tomorrow and was not even close to being ready for it), plan to watch the 3rd and final debate (hoping that they will actually go back and forth w/ issues that I need to know answers to), make scrapbook page for JL directory, call friend "C" back that I have been putting off, and then go to bed to wake up and start all over again tomorrow.

Finally, I have some very exciting news to share hopefully by Monday! I'm thinking about traveling Europe this summer for 30 days w/ a friend..more details to come.

Hope everyone has a Terrific Thursday tomorrow :)

Cm'on.....

2008-10-09T16:40:00.007-05:00

To really know the face behind this mask??

Better yet this one......

Do you think people are actually going to wear these to Halloween costume parties??!! How funny!

BOO!

2008-10-08T15:57:00.004-05:00

I was Boo'ed today!

I received this precious little Halloween treat in my mailbox at school today full of candy and nuts. I wanted to share it bc it's a great way to get into the Trick-or-Treat spirit and it's work friendly. :) You could just copy the saying and start passing "BOO" along.
Have fun. :)

This treat is for you,
We hope you enjoy,
The idea is simple,
One we hope you employ.
You pass "BOO" along to 3 other neighbors,
Along with any kind of Halloween favors.
If we all do our part,
And spread the good cheer,
By Halloween night it will be very clear.
We're a friendly bunch,
We like to share fun
So please do your part
And keep "BOO" on the run!

I might try to find the time to make these tonight for my 3 neighbors.

Ingredients
Makes about 15
12 ounces white chocolate chips
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Lollipop sticks
Mini chocolate chips
Directions
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper; set aside.
Melt white chocolate in a heat-proof bowl over simmering water; stir occasionally. Remove bowl; mix in oil. Drop 1 tablespoon of mixture onto prepared baking sheet. Use the back of a teaspoon to quickly spread into a ghost. Place a lollipop stick at the base, spinning to coat. Add chocolate chip eyes. Refrigerate ghosts 5 minutes, then peel off.

Or...these- Nutter Butter Ghost Cookies

Ingredients
12 ounces of white candy coating, white chocolate or vanilla bark
(I use Candiquik vanilla flavored candy coating)

1 package of nutter butter peanut butter cookies

1 small package of miniature M&M's
(I usually buy a regular size package and set the extras out in a candy dish.)

Preparations
Be prepared for this one. Everything happens pretty fast or the bark will harden before you are done.

Set out either a sheet of waxed paper or cooking parchment paper on the table.

Melt the bark according to the instructions on the package.

Dip the nutter butter cookies into the melted bark until the cookies are completely white.

Lay the dipped cookie on the paper.

Get two mini M&M's (I use two of the same color but you don't have to) and put them on one end of the cookie for eyes before the outer shell hardens.
This works best if you have someone to help. One can dip and the other can do the eyes.

Let the candy covered cookies harden.

Remove from paper and put into a bowl or arrange on a plate. Cover tightly until ready to serve.

Junior League

2008-10-07T17:29:00.004-05:00

Holiday Magic!!!
If you were like me and not able to catch the Forth Worth JL Christmas craft fair then you should try to make this one! If you are in the Arlington/Dallas area and would like to have an invite mailed to you then email me and I can send you one. :) It has coupons in it and we have partnered up w/ 1,300 retailers who will donate a portion of their proceeds to JL. (Target, Macy's, Nordstroms- just to name a few)

click for more info....
Junior League of Arlington

My 2nd Award :)

2008-10-07T17:28:00.005-05:00

Thank you Rickrack and Pom Poms for this award.

The Kreative Blogger Award requires that you list 6 things that make you happy

6 things that make me happy:

*Blogging :)- Does make me happy , BUT does it mean you have a prob when you wake up in the middle of the night bc you have a "blog idea" or think you heard the buzz from your blackberry letting you know that one of your favorite blogs posted something new???!!

*Pencils on my desk that are all sharpened to my liking.

*College Football

*Back Porch Time w/ the fam watching my brothers and friends shoot at the deer decoy, Dad cooking on the grill, Mom reading, and Grams just taking it all in :)

*When a student "gets it"- taught exponents today and i did see a few light bulbs turn on. :)

*"B"

Think Pink

2008-10-05T00:43:00.009-05:00

Go directly to the Hanky Panky website and order!
Direct contribution to Komen for the Cure.

Plus they are having a sale.

I'm swinging by 7-11 on my way to church in the morning :) These are adorable and look really Yummy right now! Better get to bed or else I might hop in my car and see if they make early Sunday deliveries! LOL! :)

With 15 cents from each sale being donated to the Komen organization, 7-11 store hopes to raise between $25,000 and $50,000 for the national charity.

Go Tech

2008-10-05T00:19:00.003-05:00

Texas Tech wide receiver Michael Crabtree (5) celebrates in the end zone after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of a NCAA college football game Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008 in Manhattan, Kan.
Charlie Riedel - AP

Slept in today, went to the gym, and went over to "E"'s house to spend my Saturday on the couch watching college football.
So relaxing.

How did you score?

2008-10-05T00:10:00.002-05:00

36-45
POINTS:

Congratulations! You’re the
next Cornelia Guest.

26-35
POINTS:

Honey, you’re not preppy—
you’re positively Puritanical.
Loosen up.

15-25
POINTS:

You are about as preppy as
Donatella Versace. But please
do invite us to your party. We
want to drink champagne in
your master bath.

www.dhomeandgarden.com July/August 2007 • D HOME 111
PAUL COX

Btw..i scored a 29 :)

What's your Preppy Quotient?

2008-10-03T18:04:00.002-05:00

I happened to find this today while looking for a "preppy,cute math picture/icon" to use for our monthly classroom newsletter.

Take the quiz to find out if your more "Muffy" that stuffy

1. Thrift is:
a) A Protestant virtue. (3 points)
b) A synonym for “poor.” (1 point)
c) A sign of the devil. (2 points)

2. When a dear friend has a birthday, I
tend to give her:
a) A pillow with a personalized, needlepoint
message such as, “I’m not bossy. I
just have better ideas.” (3 points)
b) A Nambe ashtray. (1 point)
c) A Madame Alexander
collectible doll.
(2 points)

3. A calling card is:
a) A tool through AT&T that makes long
distance calling a breeze. (2 points)
b) A note that you may or may not leave
at the scene of an accident.
(1 point)
c) An embossed card with your personal
information on it. Left on social visits.
(3 points)

4. If money were no object, I would
purchase:
a) An oil painting of my family. Or of a
mallard. Hard to say. (3 points)
b) Andres Serrano’s “Black Supper.”
(1 point)
c) Raphael’s “Madonna and Child.”
(2 points)

5. My couch can best be described
by these three words:
a) Black, leather, slippery. (1 point)
b) Slipcovered and washable.
(3 points)
c) Way too large. (2 points)

6. The word “summer” is a:
a) Verb. (3 points)
b) Noun. (2 points)
c) Noun and a verb. (1 point)

7. When entertaining party guests,
you allow them to roam:
a) Everywhere. It’s not a party until
everyone has seen the master bath.
(1 point)
b) The downstairs only. Unless a guest is
over-served, it’s not necessary for her to
venture into sleeping quarters. (3 points)
c) The length and width of the church
basement—the only place you entertain.
(2 points)

8. Cocktail hour begins:
a) At 5 p.m. on the dot. (3 points)
b) Whenever the urge hits. After all, it’s
always 5 p.m. somewhere. (1 point)
c) Never. (2 points)

9. Monograms are:
a) De rigueur. I learned the importance
of labeling when I went to camp in first
grade. (3 points)
b) Impossible. Nothing I own is a solid.
(2 points)
c) Silly. I know my initials. (1 point)

10. Take care not to knock over my:
a) Gold-plated Buddha. (1 point)
b) Ship models I inherited from my
grandfather. (3 points)
c) Hummels. (2 points)

11. My bookshelves feature the
complete works of:
a) John Cheever. (3 points)
b) Deepak Chopra. (1 point)
c) Bill O’Reilly. (2 points)

12. I refer to my window coverings as:
a) Drapes. (3 points)
b) Curtains. (2 points)
c) Fabulous. (1 point)

13. I can’t imagine the beach without my
a) Folding lawn chair. (2 points)
b) Fur chaise longue. (1 points)
c) Adirondack chair. (3 points)

14. My feelings about stripe usage in the
home:
a) The more the merrier. (3 points)
b) No way. Reminds my husband of the
tax evasion allegations. (1 point)
c) Solids make more sense with the
Hummels. (2 points)

15. Seashells belong
a) On the beach.
(1 point)
b) In candy dishes.
(3 points)
c) Glued to
the nightlight.
(2 points)

Post your score and I'll reveal what the points mean tomorrow.
Have Fun! :)

I miss my BFF

2008-10-01T20:02:00.006-05:00

I've been Tagged..

2008-10-01T18:12:00.005-05:00

I was tagged by Preppy Pettit (sorry I still can't figure out how to hyperlink your site!)
So much for playing by the rules..help plz!
N*E*Way..

Here goes..
1. I keep all my future wedding plans- addresses, guest list, dress ideas, pics, favors, hotels, etc tucked inside a notebook and keep it under my bed. I love to read magazines in bed at night, so if I find something that I like I can just hop down from my bed and tuck it away. :)

2. I could eat Cheetos and drink Vodka everyday for the rest of my life and be completely happy.

3. During my work week first thing I do when I wake is up run to the kitchen to get my bowl of Cheerios and diet coke. Then I run back and crawl in bed, get back under covers and watch news. Oh..and I also like to make peanut butter and graham crackers houses on my plate while double dipping in the PB jar.

4. I don't feel a day over 20. I know I should but I don't.

5. I keep a journal in my purse and write down things that made me happy or sad that day. No, not my therapists idea- it was mine. Plus, I only get like 10Min's w/ him anyway!

6. I think at times that I do not have kids for a reason. I really do think I might be one of those "psycho" cheer Moms one day.

7. I'm counting down the

Now I tag

Hola Lola
Pretty in Pink
Preppy Pink Crocodile
Rantings of a Fashion Addict
Cupcakes and Cashmere
Preppy Princess
Southern Newlywed
**If I do not already have you on my daily blog roll you could post a comment and then others could enjoy:)

2008-09-30T19:55:00.003-05:00

Is Elisabeth Looking for a New 'View'?
posted by brenda - Mon, Sep 29, 2008, 2:05 pm PDT

"The View's" Elisabeth Hasselbeck is reportedly "really upset" about the recent political discussions (i.e. the upcoming presidential election) that have been taking place on her daytime gab fest. As the lone Republican on the talk panel -- not to mention the youngest -- she just can't seem to win against her loud, liberal counterparts Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg.

While tensions are high on set, a "View" staff member told the Chicago Sun-Times that things aren't as bad as they were during the Rosie O'Donnell era. Still, it's bad enough that Barbara Walters has set up a "cooling off" meeting for her ladies.

Rumor has it that Elisabeth may even be leaving "The View" to host her own program on the FOX News Channel, where she can be with her own "kind" ... and not have to face off with Joy and Whoopi on a daily basis! That sort of makes me sad. Although I think Hasselbeck often comes across as being out of touch, uninformed, and immature, I must admit that the outspoken 31-year-old makes for some good television!

Christmas In Cowtown

2008-09-29T22:11:00.007-05:00

Gosh, this seems early, but it's already time for the JL of Fort Worth to host their Annual Christmas in Cowtown.
Anyone going?

The Junior League of Fort Worth, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. Proceeds from Christmas in Cowtown support the Junior League of Fort Worth in its work to fulfill this mission through funding of vital projects and thousands of volunteer hours.

Visit the Junior League booth on Vixen Lane during Christmas in Cowtown to purchase your very own commemorative Christopher Radko glass boot ornament. It is a great collector's item and will only be available at Christmas in Cowtown while supplies last. Be one of the first to purchase the ornament by attending Cocktails in Cowtown, Wednesday, October 1!

Thanks to my friend "K" for reminding me! :)

Oh NO...

2008-09-29T13:09:00.003-05:00

House defeats $700B financial markets bailout

By JULIE HIRSCHFELD DAVIS, Associated Press Writer
1 minute ago

WASHINGTON - The House on Monday defeated a $700 billion emergency rescue package, ignoring urgent pleas from President Bush and bipartisan congressional leaders to quickly bail out the staggering financial industry.

Stocks plummeting on Wall Street even before the 228-205 vote to reject the bill was announced on the House floor.

When the critical vote was tallied, too few members of the House were willing to support the unpopular measure with elections just five weeks away. Ample no votes came from both the Democratic and Republican sides of the aisle.

Bush and a host of leading congressional figures had implored the lawmakers to pass the legislation despite howls of protest from their constituents back home.

The Beamer is Sick :(

2008-09-28T19:36:00.005-05:00

Yep. Really, Really sick. It gets fixed on Tuesday. Needs new brakes and new motor for the window.

I thought about trading it in for this.
Very tempting since BMW is offering 1.9% financing.

Or this..

but I think it's too much car for me right now. Love that it rides on 20s and it's chromed out. Great price!! The employee discount and rebate is approx. $12,000 off sticker price. I've drove both, but financial advisor says no to both..Darn it!! Guess I'll just have to wait 'til I have 2 incomes not just one. Seems like I find more and more things that I am advised "to wait on"...ughhh!!!

Dallas' Annual Fair

2008-09-28T18:57:00.009-05:00

State Fair Time!!

I absolutely Love this time of the year! Nothing beats the smell of fried foods, the greasiest corny dogs, huge funnel cakes and cold beer. Not to mention the smell of the cattle barn and heat all mixed together. I plan to take off on Thursday to watch my little brother show his steer. Wish him luck!! He's a Junior in HS, so he only has this year and next to win the big prize $$$,$$$..and then he's off to Red Raider Land.

Think he looks like a purple ribbon winner?????

Sunday- Funday Finds

2008-09-28T18:21:00.006-05:00

As I was out and about today I picked up a few items for myself. Since the Starbucks around the corner from my school closed as a result of the economy crisis I've been able to set aside a little extra cash the past couple of weeks. I was spending $3.48 on my latte and now my coffee from Mc Donald's is .51 cents..Can you believe that?? The girl that takes my order rings it us as a Senior citizen discount so it's half price..not too shabby, huh?
Here are the things that I purchased. Thank you BFF for giving me the heads up on the sale @ Banana. Every item in the store is 30% off. Plus, I had an in store coupon.

I thought this would be really cute to wear to my JL meetings, since I have them 2x a week. I plan to wear my Tori B's w/ them now since it's still 90 degrees here in Texas, but can wear tall black boots w/ it in the Winter.

Wish this came in Grape as well, but blue will do for now :)

and lastly, has anyone used this product? It was displayed in Nordstroms and I recently read about it in my Shape mag. I plan to try it out tonight..guess we'll see. It has 100% satisfaction guarantee policy or your money back, so if I'm not completely happy I can always return.

Quotes for today

2008-09-20T13:41:00.002-05:00

The greater your capacity to love, the greater your capacity to feel the pain.
Jennifer Aniston

Really try to follow what it is that you want to do and what your heart is telling you to do.
Jennifer Aniston

The both of these say exactly what I can't.......which is why I felt the need to post instead.

Thank Goodness!!

2008-09-15T16:31:00.010-05:00

It's about time!!!!!!!!!!!!! Not sure why it took a natural disaster to bring these two back together, but if that's what it took then so be it...Without going into too much detail..this is my Mom & "L" at Easter 2 years ago.

Vampy on the toes..

2008-09-14T19:43:00.006-05:00

It's sooooo unlike me, to pick a PURPLE polish to go on my toes, but it's a ton of fun!! Every time I've looked at 'em today I've giggled..hehe ;) I really needed to get out of the house yesterday even if we were in the midst of a hurricane. I had baked almost 6 dozen chocolate cookies, watched a movie on Lifetime, and was set up for my own Gossip Girl marathon when my friend "K" calls and asks me to meet up for a mani/pedi. We stopped to grab a bottle of Merlot and had ourselves our own lil' date...tons of fun

TAKE A HIKE IKE

2008-09-12T18:19:00.008-05:00

Here are a few pics I found while checking the WebCam.

Confirmation Sponser

2008-09-11T12:12:00.003-05:00

I have exciting news! Today I was asked to serve as a sponsor for my friend's daughter that will be starting her Catholicism Confirmation Classes soon. "R" is such an amazing young lady. I shared the story of what I remembered as I received the Sacrament with her Mom today. I still have the little statue of the girl praying on her knees. awww..:)I've never been on this side of it before, so I'm a little nervous! If anyone has any suggestions, tips, or ideas that they would like to share that would be great. I do have the gift taken care of. I have an extra rosary that I had blessed by the Pope when I was in Rome back in December.
This is her...

Gift makes more sense now..

2008-09-10T16:27:00.007-05:00

I actually met the Mom during Open House a few weeks ago and we chit-chatted for awhile after parents had left.
She just turned 30 herself, a single Mom, has a 7th grader, and teaches HS..
Can you believe that??!! Now that's commendable!!
I'm not much of a book reader, but I might give it a try.
I have this on my nightstand right now..

Uncomfortable gift..

2008-09-09T16:55:00.009-05:00

What's up with this????!!
UGH!!!!!!!!
A student brought it to me today and said it was from her Mom...Geez...

Liking it....

2008-09-06T22:12:00.002-05:00

She's sending a good vibe

Image via McCainBlogette.com

R..O..U..T..I..N..E..

2008-09-05T16:01:00.003-05:00

I'm back in it. Just completed my first 2 weeks back at school...Geez, I am completely exhausted. My classes are full to the max. I have a ton of little darlins' with raging hormones, attitude, and innocence. I have 'em trained pretty well w/ our daily routine. I like the confirmation from one student that decided to diagnosis me as OCD..LOL!! Kids like structure and NEED it so desperately to be successful. :)
I'm not liking my structured personal life so much right now. "B" and I are not hanging out as much. I got an email from one of my favorite boutiques in New York telling me about their Ted Baker Fall Collection Sale and it makes me so sad to not be there. I could be there if I wanted to. "B" actually has offered to fly me there the past few weekends, but I have turned down the offer..I want and need more than him to wine and dine me...:(
It's so hard to stay focused!!!
Okay..enough about that...
So,I went to my first provisional JL meeting last night- pretty interesting, then had dinner with new friend "E". Meeting up with friends tonight, JL stuff tomorrow, and hope my bros have their shotguns loaded bc I've really been craving some dove.
Hope everyone has a great weekend.. :)

Thanks Triple M...

2008-08-26T18:39:00.004-05:00

for awarding me my 1st Blog Award.
After all, your blog was and still is my inspiration. I was so excited that we actually got to meet up in NYC this summer... now I don't feel like such a stalker!!! LOL! :) For the readers that have not had the opportunity to meet MMM- trust me she's just as amazing in the real world as she is in the blog world.
Thanks again! How fun :)

I'm now passing it along to:
http://holalolaruth.blogspot.com/

Silent Killers...

2008-08-25T18:40:00.003-05:00

Salina patent-leather ballet flats
was $138.00 select colors $110.50 item 95898
High-gloss shine—a goes-everywhere (with everything) flat in the most incredible colors. Italian patent leather upper with heavy stitching. Man-made lining and sole. Made in Italy. OMG!!!!!!! These were incredibly uncomfortable today. I bought these at Jcrew last night bc I thought they would be a perfect flat to teach in..boy was I wrong! Does anyone own these? Should I look into getting them stretched? My Tori B's do the exact same thing and that's why I have to end up wearing them as flip-flops. I know you're probably thinking that I just have chubby feet or something, but I don't. I really don't feel like it's a size issue, possibly just the way the shoe is made in general. I bought the 7 1/2 bc the 8 was huge when I tried it on.

Junior League Retreat

2008-08-23T20:59:00.003-05:00

This was today and let me tell you it was a ton of fun!! I'm so glad that my BFF got me to do this. I am in a provisional class of about 32. It did remind me a bit of rush, so I guess it's going to be somewhat like a grown-up sorority. I am looking forward to getting started. I signed up to be on the committee that works with women within the community that dropped out of high school and can not read. What a wonderful opportunity that will be for us.

Ready or not...

2008-08-23T20:44:00.005-05:00

I will greet about 125 7th graders on Monday morning!! :) I love my job! This will be my 8th year to teach! That just blows my mind. Even though I am completely overwhelmed with getting back into the swing of things and getting ready for school to start back up..i can't wait for Monday. Last week during in service it was announced that I will serve as lead teacher for the Math department, so that should be exciting. I adore all my teachers and have 2 new ones on board with us this year , so i'm looking forward to that.

Rap it is..

2008-08-15T21:58:00.005-05:00

The mystery of Michael Phelps' iPod playlist
By Chris Chase
In the long, storied history of Fourth-Place Medal's Investigative Unit (founded: Monday), one question has been asked by our readers more than any other. Today, on our five-day anniversary, we will attempt to tackle the biggest Olympic mystery of the Beijing Games: what is Michael Phelps listening to on his iPod?

In nearly every camera shot of Michael Phelps on dry land, he can be seen with iPod headphones dangling from his ears. The earbuds are a ubiquitous presence in the ready room and on the starting block; they're just as much a part of Phelps' 'uniform' as goggles and a swim cap. About two minutes prior to the start of a race, Phelps sheds the iPod along with his warm-ups. So, what is he listening to?

Podcasts of NPR's This American Life and Dylan live at The Supper Club. No wait, that's my iPod. Phelps listens to hip-hop music on his. He says it helps motivate him before a race.

While his pre-race tracklist varies, Phelps has said that "I'm Me" by Lil' Wayne has been on his playlist in Beijing. The track, off Weezy's EP "The Leak" features the line:

Yes I am the best/and no I ain't positive I'm definite/I know the game like I'm reffing it
That's about the only lyric that's printable on a family blog.

Other artists that populate Phelps' iPod include: Jay-Z, Young Jeezy, Eminem and Outkast. (What, no 'Pac?) Occasionally, he'll throw some techno into the mix, but usually keeps things rap-centric. Phelps doesn't speak much about the specific songs he's listening to, but he did tell NBC in 2004 that Eminem's "'Til I Collapse" was on his most-played list at Athens. In 2005, he created a playlist for the website Rhapsody that included the songs "Roses" by Outkast, "Burn" by Usher, "Overnight Celebrity" by Twista and "Smile" by G-Unit.

What do you carry your lunch in?

2008-08-13T18:30:00.006-05:00

With back to school approaching WAY too quickly, I was thinking I need a new lunch bag. I have been carrying the same black one (from Container Store) with hot pink monogram, for 4 years. I need a new one. All my girlfriends carried this one which they all bought at the Container Store.

I was thinking I would pick powder blue thread since I have carried one with pink thread all these years. Change is good :)
I want something I can reuse each day and that can be monogrammed. Don't want to get my lunch mixed up with the kids'. If you have any suggestions please send them my way. :)

Adorable Piggies....

2008-08-12T12:18:00.003-05:00

My lil Bro caught these the other night at my parents ranch in Hill county.
Aren't they just the cutest things?!

Sent Plain and Clear

2008-08-11T22:40:00.008-05:00

I know it's said that God sends signs and answers us in ALL DIFFERENT WAYS and I have to share something that happened today.
The past few months of my life I have been praying, talking, studying, seeking advice and whatever else you can think about over these 3 things- 1.)should I start a 2nd life-term insurance policy through my Alumni Association..what the heck it's only like $11 a month..(that would be just like cutting back 2 trips to Starbucks), 2.) Should I take advantage of the housing market?? Take the plunge and buy now or wait for it to get worse??, 3.) My internal clock is ticking- should I stay with the guy that I am with now until he makes up his mind if I am the one? or make up my mind to try out other options?
oh, and let me mention that say that 80% percent of your married life happiness depends on your partners!! huh?? how is that fair.
ANYWAY..HERE IS WHERE I AM GOING WITH THIS...
I went to the mail box today, grabbed the mail, and was pissed because the mailman had stuck everything inside my new Oprah magazine. When I went to grab the things inside is when I noticed the article that was titled something like ...We have everything figured out for you..it was like 15 life questions. The above 3 questions that I mentioned were right there in front of me with answers. Now, not that I will follow them completely or anything, but it was so touching.
I always ask him to please send me signs and I will try to remain patient in the mean time..
He sent his sign today..and it was wonderful!!

Aqua and Apricot

2008-08-10T19:53:00.003-05:00

I love this upbeat combination of Aqua with Apricot and tangerine.
via (coastal living)
This makes me miss the East Coast.

Few great Back To School items...

2008-08-09T15:39:00.006-05:00

With In Service a week away, I can't help but to start thinking about Back To School Shopping. I adore this time of the year. Today, I was going to try and make it to the Junior League Backpack give aways, but decided to stay in and watch a little bit of the Olympics and I got to catch up w/ my BFF, so that was nice. Glad to hear that she is enjoying her new country estate in Virginia.

"Friends With Money" 2006

2008-08-05T19:06:00.002-05:00

"I was reading this recommendation that Blockbuster gave me today and I thought you might have had something to do with it. Maybe you aren't that skilled at hacking into my account yet and I am giving you too much credit. Anyway this was the description and the movie." emailed from "B"

"Friends With Money" 2006
"A single woman envies the security of her married friends, while they in turn dream of her freedom in this comedy drama. Olivia (Jennifer Aniston) is a single woman in her mid-thirties who feels she's reached a crossroads in her life. Unhappy with her career as a teacher, Olivia quits and takes a job as a maid until she sorts out her feelings. However, Olivia feels as if she could use some support, both personal and financial, from her best friends, all of whom at very least have more in the bank than she does. But that's not to say they don't have problems of their own. Christine (Catherine Keener) and her husband Patrick (Jason Isaacs) are screenwriters who have discovered that collaborating is more stress than they can deal with. Jane (Frances McDormand) is married to Aaron (Simon McBurney); they work together as designers, but while their professional relationship is cordial, they've become numb to one another as lovers and friends. And Franny (Joan
Cusack) and Matt (Greg Germann) are a couple who comfortably support themselves and their children thanks to an inherited fortune; while their material needs are met, emotionally they can barely handle marriage and parenthood. Friends With Money was written and directed by Nicole Holofcener, who previously made the acclaimed independent features Walking and Talking and Lovely & Amazing. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide"

Anyone seen it?

I'm in LUV with this Detroit Boy!!!

2008-08-03T13:24:00.001-05:00

Meme Tag

2008-07-31T23:39:00.004-05:00

1. What is in the back seat of your car right now?
TAKS workbook & Junior League schedule for retreat coming up

2. When was the last time you threw up?
I don't..

3. What's your favorite curse word?
Teachers don't do that..Do as I say..not as I do

4. Name 3 people who made you smile today?
Victor Newman on Y&R, the guy @ the car wash that I bought a soda for, & my lil' bro

5. What were you doing at 8 am this morning?
sleeping in

6. What were you doing 30 minutes ago?
getting a wax

7. What will you be doing 3 hours from now?
in Yoga class

8. Have you ever been to a strip club?
Yes, but never again! Ewwwww..so gross!!

9. What is the last thing you said aloud?
Hold on..be there in a sec

10. What is the best ice cream flavor?
not a fan of plain ice cream..luv Pinkberry's yogurt-still waiting for Big D to get one.

11. What was the last thing you had to drink?
Unsweet tea w/ extra ice from Chicken Express(southern fried chicken chain)

13. What was the last thing you ate? .
few bites of TBone steak we had leftover from last night.

14. Have you bought any new clothing items this week?
No! Absolutely not! A month of shopping in New York..has set me back

15. When was the last time you ran?
yesterday morning

16. What's the last sporting event you watched?
Went to Sox's game recently.

17. Who is the last person you emailed? .
parent- wanting to set up tutor times for the fall.

18. Ever go camping?
i have

20. Do you have a tan?
little bit- luv the sun, but am really trying to be good w/ wrinkles, cancer and all

21. Do you drink your soda from a straw?
If I have one yes, but will not go out of my way to get one- except in restaurants..never know how clean the glasses are- i've waited tables before

22. What did your last IM say?
not sure..

23. Are you someones best friend?
Yes

24. What are you doing tomorrow?
Mowing the lawn, putting chemicals in the pool, stuff like that..

25. Where is your mom right now?
at the beauty shop last I talked to her..but who knows!??

26. Look to your left, what do you see?
LOL!!!..a huge deer hanging on the wall..might have been his first, there are several in here. I'm in my lil bros room on his computer

27. What color is your watch?
silver- TAG..the best..had it 8+ yrs and have only replaced the battery once.

28. What do you think of when you think of Australia ?
one word- LOST

29. Would you consider plastic surgery?
You bet!

30. What is your birthstone?
blue topaz

31. Do you go in at a fast food place or just hit the drive thru?
drive- thru and if i'm real hungry I will eat & drive..i know not safe, but those of you that know me wud prob say it's more dangerous when I don't eat.

32.How many kids do you want?
well i've always said 3, but I wud be happy with just 1..i'm soo ready and pray about it everyday..God & I are tight when it comes to this topic...after all, it's all his choice :)

33. Do you have a dog?
I did. He recently drowned.

36. Any plans today?
Going to farmers market and then dinner w/ a friend

37. How many states have you lived in?
just Texas

38. Ever go to college?
Yes

40. Biggest annoyance in your life right now?
Not being married w/ kids..gosh..i'm being really honest today!

41. Last song listened to?
Playlist on my blog- 1st song John Mayer- say.

42. Are you allergic to anything?
nope

43. Favorite pair of shoes you wear all the time?
Havaianas & my Tori B's..they kill the back of my heels, so i wear them like flip flops now

44. Are you jealous of anyone?
I try not to be green w/ Envy...i could if I allowed myself to, but I don't so, No..not jealous.

45. Is anyone jealous of you?
?

46. What time is it?
2:54 pm

47. Do any of your friends have children?
Yes- all of them!

48. Do you eat healthy?
umm..sometimes

49. What do you usually do during the day?
right now- just hanging out until school starts back. Then, I will be pooped!

50. Do you hate anyone right now?
Hate is such a strong word. Dislike- yes, maybe.

51. Do you use the word 'hello' daily?
yes..and I also feel like I am saying, "Great. Thanks. How are you?" a ton- so strange!

52. How old will you be turning on your next birthday?
31..and i have not felt better in my life! The 30 thing is not so bad after all

53. Have you ever been to Six Flags?
Yes.

54. How did you get one of your scars?
Barrel racing when I was young. One of my Martha Josey pads slipped out of place and I hit the barrel w/ no protection..huge scar on my shin.

This makes me happy...

2008-07-29T18:47:00.008-05:00

Williams- Sonoma makes this and I want one.
I have really been into baking lately. I find it to be extremely relaxing. I told the fam that I plan to make a different dessert each night this week. Sunday night I made Pecan Pie. Well, it was a tad over cooked, but still tasty. Last night I made Ghiradelli choc chip cookies and they were yummy. I found that they really only need to be in the oven like 4 minutes instead of what the recipe called for- 8 mins. Tonight I plan to make lemon squares..wish me luck! So fun!!
If you wud like to share any of your favs then plz do.. oh, and btw..Does anyone own one of these?? If so, Plz comment and I wud like to know if its worth $35.

Good times in NYC

2008-07-25T12:39:00.004-05:00

One night when I wasn't with "B" I was able to have a girls night out. For those of you that don't know the bars are open til 4 am. I met up with friend "M" and she took me to a couple of hot spots. I had a blast! Can't wait to go back and do it all again. The people in NYC are extremely friendly. I luv taking in the diversity and culture of the city.

Enjoying my last few days in NYC

2008-07-22T12:00:00.018-05:00

Little behind on the posting. Still new to the blog world obviously, but I do have tons to post. :) Stay tuned. Enjoy! :)

I thought I would fill you in on how I am spending the last few days in this AWESOME CITY.
We got the TiVo fixed last night thank goodness, so I am watching recorded shows while surfing the web on my laptop in bed. This morning I woke up tired, obviously not from work or stress, but bc I cannot sleep here. I think it has to do with the fact that your mind gets over stimulated during the day. So many things to see, do, subways, and so on. "B" says that a lot of people actually have to sleep with ear plugs!! Crazy, huh?

Anyway, the firm that "B" works for has put him up in a really nice loft in the financial district in Manhattan. Not that he really gets to enjoy all the amenities bc he works so much, but that's what I'm here for! :)

So, my plan for today was to try out my new beauty product
I purchased yesterday while I was out and about. I know..looks weird, huh? Let me tell you- they are amazing!! I just took them off and luv the results. It says you can actually sleep in them, not sure about that. I left them on for about 2 hours or so. While I had them on, I could not believe how much I actually use my forehead muscles to talk, look up, laugh, etc. Which makes sense, right? That's why I'm seeing the "expression lines!" It was a bit uncomfortable and then I realized that this must be what it feels like to have Botox. When you remove them you still feel the tightness, but lines are gone. Can't wait to share with Mom. She's the product junkie! Like mother like daughter I guess. Uh..oh! The ladies at Neimans might not like my new find! LOL.

Luv you Mom..

Still a big fan of &

Today is the first day I have not met up with "B" for lunch. I decided to have taco and queso leftovers instead! Yes, after a month I needed a Mexican food fix, so we made tacos and queso a couple of night ago. NYC does not have queso, not even rotel. No worries though. "B" always being the prepared one had brought up rotel for us. :) that reminds me- we went herehttp://www.zabars.com/ and they did not have ground beef!! uhh!! what???

I laughed at the guy and said that us Texas gals need our red meat! He just grinned and said that they were a speciality grocery store. O..Kay, but we were able to find turkey ground.

I'll just wonder the city until it's time to meet up with "B" and his work friends.
http://www.empirehotelnyc.com/
http://www.rapatina.com/brasserie/

In 30 years

2008-07-21T00:43:00.004-05:00

I've found God, happiness, how to enjoy everyday to its fullest, how to find a bargain, how to make the best out of a situation, how to find the good in people, how to watch your back and look out for yourself, who your friends really are, how to distinguish a good wine from a great wine, the difference between a real hug and a fake one, that maybe I should have worn sunscreen after all, how things really don't always turn out like you plan, fried foods really aren't that bad for you, and the list goes on.
Because of all these things...
I know who I am and what I want.
NOW...if I could just find that other thing.