The house is becoming empty. The vehicles are packed to start moving. I am not sure what I think about this all...most of my life was spent in this house. More in this house than the other 3 houses I lived in. Tomorrow we are going to move the packed boxes and then Mom will move whatever we pack tomorrow night on Thursday and Friday. Saturday we move everything else that is left.
This will probably be the last post til after the big move.
Hope you all are doing well!!
Love ya'll
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Some good words out of a well known man
*David Letterman wrote this; it's the David we don't often see...
' As most of you know I am not a President Bush fan, nor have I ever been, but this is not about Bush, it is about us, as Americans, and it seems to hit the mark 'The other day I was reading Newsweek magazine and came across some Poll data I found rather hard to believe. It must be true given the source, right? The Newsweek poll alleges that 67 percent of Americans are unhappy with the direction the country is headed and 69 percent of the country is unhappy with the performance of the President. In essence 2/3 of the citizenry just ain't happy and want a change. So being the knuckle dragger I am, I started thinking, 'What are we so unhappy about?''
A.. Is it that we have electricity and running water 24 hours a day, 7 Days a week?
B.. Is our unhappiness the result of having air conditioning in the summer and heating in the winter?
C.. Could it be that 95.4 percent of these unhappy folks have a job?
D.. Maybe it is the ability to walk into a grocery store at any time and see more food in moments than Darfur has seen in the last year?
E.. Maybe it is the ability to drive our cars and trucks from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean without having to present identification papers as we move through each state?
F.. Or possibly the hundreds of clean and safe motels we would find along the way that can provide temporary shelter?
G.. I guess having thousands of restaurants with varying cuisine from around the world is just not good enough either.
H. Or could it be that when we wreck our car, emergency workers show up and provide services to help all and even send a helicopter to take you to the hospital.
I.. Perhaps you are one of the 70 percent of Americans who own a home.
J.. You may be upset with knowing that in the unfortunate case of a fire, a group of trained firefighters will appear in moments and use top notch equipment to extinguish the flames, thus saving you, your family, and your belongings.
K.. Or if, while at home watching one of your many flat screen TVs, a burglar or prowler intrudes, an officer equipped with a gun and a bullet-proof vest will come to defend you and your family against attack or loss .
L.. This all in the backdrop of a neighborhood free of bombs or militias raping and pillaging the residents. Neighborhoods where 90% of teenagers own cell phones and computers.
M.. How about the complete religious, social and political freedoms we enjoy that are the envy of everyone in the world?
Maybe that is what has 67% of you folks unhappy.
Fact is, we are the largest group of ungrateful, spoiled brats the world has ever seen. No wonder the world loves the U.S. , yet has a great disdain for its citizens. They see us for what we are. The most blessed people in the world who do nothing but complain about what we don't have, and what we hate about the country instead of thanking the good Lord we live here.
I know, I know. What about the president who took us into war and has no plan to get us out? The president who has a measly 31 percent approval rating? Is this the same president who guided the nation in the dark days after 9/11? The president that cut taxes to bring an economy out of recession? Could this be the same guy who has been called every name in the book for succeeding in keeping all the spoiled ungrateful brats safe from terrorist attacks? The commander in chief of an all-volunteer army that is out there defending you and me?
Did you hear how bad the President is on the news or talk show? Did this news affect you so much, make you so unhappy you couldn't take a look around for yourself and see all the good things and be glad? Think about it......are you upset at the President because he actually caused you personal pain OR is it because the 'Media' told you he was failing to kiss your sorry ungrateful behind every day. Make no mistake about it.
The troops in Iraq and Afghanistan have volunteered to serve, and in many cases may have died for your freedom. There is currently no draft in this country. They didn't have to go. They are able to refuse to go and end up with either a ''general'' discharge, an 'other than honorable'' discharge or, worst case scenario, a ''dishonorable' ' discharge after a few days in the brig.
So why then the flat-out discontentment in the minds of 69 percent of Americans?
Say what you want but I blame it on the media. If it bleeds it leads and they specialize in bad news. Everybody will watch a car crash with blood and guts How many will watch kids selling lemonade at the corner? The media knows this and media outlets are for-profit corporations. They offer what sells, and when criticized, try to defend their actions by 'justifying' them in one way or another Just ask why they tried to allow a murderer like O.J. Simpson to write a book about how he didn't kill his wife, but if he did he would have done it this way......Insane!
Turn off the TV, burn Newsweek, and use the New York Times for the bottom of your bird cage. Then start being grateful for all we have as country. There is exponentially more good than bad. We are among the most blessed people on Earth and should thank God several times a day, or at least be thankful and appreciative.' 'With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides, flooding, severe thunderstorms tearing up the country from one end to another, and with the threat of bird flu and terrorist attacks, 'Are we sure this is a good time to take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance?'
David Letterman
' As most of you know I am not a President Bush fan, nor have I ever been, but this is not about Bush, it is about us, as Americans, and it seems to hit the mark 'The other day I was reading Newsweek magazine and came across some Poll data I found rather hard to believe. It must be true given the source, right? The Newsweek poll alleges that 67 percent of Americans are unhappy with the direction the country is headed and 69 percent of the country is unhappy with the performance of the President. In essence 2/3 of the citizenry just ain't happy and want a change. So being the knuckle dragger I am, I started thinking, 'What are we so unhappy about?''
A.. Is it that we have electricity and running water 24 hours a day, 7 Days a week?
B.. Is our unhappiness the result of having air conditioning in the summer and heating in the winter?
C.. Could it be that 95.4 percent of these unhappy folks have a job?
D.. Maybe it is the ability to walk into a grocery store at any time and see more food in moments than Darfur has seen in the last year?
E.. Maybe it is the ability to drive our cars and trucks from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean without having to present identification papers as we move through each state?
F.. Or possibly the hundreds of clean and safe motels we would find along the way that can provide temporary shelter?
G.. I guess having thousands of restaurants with varying cuisine from around the world is just not good enough either.
H. Or could it be that when we wreck our car, emergency workers show up and provide services to help all and even send a helicopter to take you to the hospital.
I.. Perhaps you are one of the 70 percent of Americans who own a home.
J.. You may be upset with knowing that in the unfortunate case of a fire, a group of trained firefighters will appear in moments and use top notch equipment to extinguish the flames, thus saving you, your family, and your belongings.
K.. Or if, while at home watching one of your many flat screen TVs, a burglar or prowler intrudes, an officer equipped with a gun and a bullet-proof vest will come to defend you and your family against attack or loss .
L.. This all in the backdrop of a neighborhood free of bombs or militias raping and pillaging the residents. Neighborhoods where 90% of teenagers own cell phones and computers.
M.. How about the complete religious, social and political freedoms we enjoy that are the envy of everyone in the world?
Maybe that is what has 67% of you folks unhappy.
Fact is, we are the largest group of ungrateful, spoiled brats the world has ever seen. No wonder the world loves the U.S. , yet has a great disdain for its citizens. They see us for what we are. The most blessed people in the world who do nothing but complain about what we don't have, and what we hate about the country instead of thanking the good Lord we live here.
I know, I know. What about the president who took us into war and has no plan to get us out? The president who has a measly 31 percent approval rating? Is this the same president who guided the nation in the dark days after 9/11? The president that cut taxes to bring an economy out of recession? Could this be the same guy who has been called every name in the book for succeeding in keeping all the spoiled ungrateful brats safe from terrorist attacks? The commander in chief of an all-volunteer army that is out there defending you and me?
Did you hear how bad the President is on the news or talk show? Did this news affect you so much, make you so unhappy you couldn't take a look around for yourself and see all the good things and be glad? Think about it......are you upset at the President because he actually caused you personal pain OR is it because the 'Media' told you he was failing to kiss your sorry ungrateful behind every day. Make no mistake about it.
The troops in Iraq and Afghanistan have volunteered to serve, and in many cases may have died for your freedom. There is currently no draft in this country. They didn't have to go. They are able to refuse to go and end up with either a ''general'' discharge, an 'other than honorable'' discharge or, worst case scenario, a ''dishonorable' ' discharge after a few days in the brig.
So why then the flat-out discontentment in the minds of 69 percent of Americans?
Say what you want but I blame it on the media. If it bleeds it leads and they specialize in bad news. Everybody will watch a car crash with blood and guts How many will watch kids selling lemonade at the corner? The media knows this and media outlets are for-profit corporations. They offer what sells, and when criticized, try to defend their actions by 'justifying' them in one way or another Just ask why they tried to allow a murderer like O.J. Simpson to write a book about how he didn't kill his wife, but if he did he would have done it this way......Insane!
Turn off the TV, burn Newsweek, and use the New York Times for the bottom of your bird cage. Then start being grateful for all we have as country. There is exponentially more good than bad. We are among the most blessed people on Earth and should thank God several times a day, or at least be thankful and appreciative.' 'With hurricanes, tornados, fires out of control, mud slides, flooding, severe thunderstorms tearing up the country from one end to another, and with the threat of bird flu and terrorist attacks, 'Are we sure this is a good time to take God out of the Pledge of Allegiance?'
David Letterman
Thursday, October 16, 2008
I am horrible at this packing thing. We have lived in this house for 13 years and I just don't know where to start!!! I have cleaned out some things, like the closet and under my bed, but it is just getting frustrating.
This weekend I am going to watch marching band!! I love marching band....love it!!
The other thing I am doing this weekend is finishing the 10 credit hours of Continuing Ed. I need so I can get paid holidays!!! Paid holidays will be so awesome!! I think I also get 1 week paid vacation also with it!!! Think I will probably use that this summer.
Happy things~ My sister is flying home to help us move!! I am super excited to see her. I haven't seen her since her wedding.
This weekend I am going to watch marching band!! I love marching band....love it!!
The other thing I am doing this weekend is finishing the 10 credit hours of Continuing Ed. I need so I can get paid holidays!!! Paid holidays will be so awesome!! I think I also get 1 week paid vacation also with it!!! Think I will probably use that this summer.
Happy things~ My sister is flying home to help us move!! I am super excited to see her. I haven't seen her since her wedding.
Sunday, October 5, 2008
My Weekend
Let's start this with Friday. Friday was crazy. One of my co-teachers was not there so we had a sub. Not bad, it was at least someone who would actually help. But the floaters who cover our breaks are just worthless with helping out with the kids. They come in and sit on their butts and do nothing. So we got through that and then about 3:40 that afternoon, the fire alarm goes off...are you kidding me!! We run around and get all the kids in our two fire safe cribs and run out side with them. Kids are screaming because of the noise. The fire truck gets there and one of the girls starts screaming because she is afraid of unfamiliar men...not a bad thing. Then we find out that one of the Preschool 1 kids pulled the alarm. That was a really chaotic way to end the week.
After work, mom and I went out to eat at Joe's Crab Shack! It was good. We then saw the movie Fireproof. If you have not seen that movie yet, please, please go see it. It is amazing. Married or not it is well worth the money to go see. None of the actors, including Kirk Cameron, were paid for this movie. All of the proceeds go to a Charity.
Saturday, I started cleanig the house and getting rid of stuff so we don't move everything when we move to Des Moines. Took a whole lot of clothes to D.A.V., a store like Good Will. Finished the day with going to see a good friend and her fiance in Ames. She made me supper and it was great. We talked about all sorts of things, from her wedding planning to the good old times. I love seeing friends and hanging out with them. It was a late night for me but well worth it.
Then today, went to church, then went to Des Moines to eat and shop a little. Went to JCPenney first. I was looking through racks of clothes when I heard people trying to keep someone awake. I went over and this lady was having a diabetic seizure. So I offered my services, because I am certified in CPR and First Aid. They kindly told me that they were alright. Shortly after that the paramedics showed up. This ladies name is Jessie. Please pray for her. I don't know her, but she is in need of some prayers for health.
So a productive, busy weekend for me. I can't wait to move though.
Love ya'll
After work, mom and I went out to eat at Joe's Crab Shack! It was good. We then saw the movie Fireproof. If you have not seen that movie yet, please, please go see it. It is amazing. Married or not it is well worth the money to go see. None of the actors, including Kirk Cameron, were paid for this movie. All of the proceeds go to a Charity.
Saturday, I started cleanig the house and getting rid of stuff so we don't move everything when we move to Des Moines. Took a whole lot of clothes to D.A.V., a store like Good Will. Finished the day with going to see a good friend and her fiance in Ames. She made me supper and it was great. We talked about all sorts of things, from her wedding planning to the good old times. I love seeing friends and hanging out with them. It was a late night for me but well worth it.
Then today, went to church, then went to Des Moines to eat and shop a little. Went to JCPenney first. I was looking through racks of clothes when I heard people trying to keep someone awake. I went over and this lady was having a diabetic seizure. So I offered my services, because I am certified in CPR and First Aid. They kindly told me that they were alright. Shortly after that the paramedics showed up. This ladies name is Jessie. Please pray for her. I don't know her, but she is in need of some prayers for health.
So a productive, busy weekend for me. I can't wait to move though.
Love ya'll
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
For My Friends
Father, God, bless all my friends in whatever it is that you know they may need this day! And may their lives be full of your peace, prosperity and power as they seek to have a closer relationship with you. Amen.
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