needs a change or an update of some sort. I'm doing a lot of thinking and doodling. There are things I want to add that don't really tie into the whole "family blog" concept. (Not that it isn't family friendly or R rated, it just has nothing to do with what's going on in our daily lives). Anyway, I'm thinking.
I'm just trying out the whole ad thing too. I don't think it's permanent because I find it a little obnoxious.
Forget it. It was annoying.
it might seem a little
ridiculous to get two large orders of fries but I did it so four people could snack. What is more ridiculous is that I paid for two large orders of fries when they were only half full.
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I didn't go up there and complain. I came home and wrote a letter. They replied:
I want you to know that I have already taken action on your feedback. After reading your email, I immediately shared the information you brought to our attention with the local franchise owner of the restaurant you visited. Additionally, I notified our regional McDonald's consultant who works with this owner for follow-up in the restaurant and appropriate corrective action.
Now I feel a little bad... and really want some french fries.
I didn't go up there and complain. I came home and wrote a letter. They replied:
I want you to know that I have already taken action on your feedback. After reading your email, I immediately shared the information you brought to our attention with the local franchise owner of the restaurant you visited. Additionally, I notified our regional McDonald's consultant who works with this owner for follow-up in the restaurant and appropriate corrective action.
Now I feel a little bad... and really want some french fries.
i swear i will
get back on track but for now I'm relying on the blog hops to keep me going. I don't even know what day my photo-a-day should be on but I'll catch up, I really will.
As for what I'm digging, right now is definitely not having to work. It's not the usual summer activities that I'm big on but mainly just being available for everything and not chained to a county desk. Well, I wasn't actually chained to a desk. I had to sit in the courtroom on court days and got to fill in at other offices on certain days. Some days we were even allowed to talk without being reprimanded.
I'm also digging my sketchpad and charcoal. Every so often the artsy bug strikes and I feel like I need to do stuff again. I've had a lot of ideas and I've been thinking about executing. I'm getting closer.
I've also been digging pinwheels. Do I see a replacement for the baby shoe? It's crossed my mind.
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Question time!
1. Library or bookstore?
Bookstore. The library is okay because it's not permanent and my problem with the bookstore is I can never make a decision. I do prefer the bookstore... but I don't like how they all have their special clubs to join. I just want my book.
2. What is the one thing you and your spouse/partner disagree about?
One thing for sure is television. He hates sitcoms. I really only watch one now, The Middle (Eric and I watch it together), but I can sit through most any. The Brady Bunch, Square Pegs, Family Ties, The Cosby Show, I always liked sitcoms. Cosme hates them, along with competition shows.
3. What one meal could you eat at least once a week?
There are too many to list but one thing I can always eat is lasagna. I've had leftover lasagna and eaten it for lunch all week. (Not this week but in the past.)
4. Do you buy organic? What are your must-haves for organics?
I don't make it a point to buy organic. I was buying organic milk but stopped.
5. Best summer movie so far? Haven't been yet...which one are you dying to see this summer?
I can't wait for Horrible Bosses to come out. That's the only summer movie I'm looking forward to. Now come November, it's a different story. Is it too soon to start a countdown to Breaking Dawn, part 1?
As for what I'm digging, right now is definitely not having to work. It's not the usual summer activities that I'm big on but mainly just being available for everything and not chained to a county desk. Well, I wasn't actually chained to a desk. I had to sit in the courtroom on court days and got to fill in at other offices on certain days. Some days we were even allowed to talk without being reprimanded.
I'm also digging my sketchpad and charcoal. Every so often the artsy bug strikes and I feel like I need to do stuff again. I've had a lot of ideas and I've been thinking about executing. I'm getting closer.
I've also been digging pinwheels. Do I see a replacement for the baby shoe? It's crossed my mind.
Question time!
1. Library or bookstore?
Bookstore. The library is okay because it's not permanent and my problem with the bookstore is I can never make a decision. I do prefer the bookstore... but I don't like how they all have their special clubs to join. I just want my book.
2. What is the one thing you and your spouse/partner disagree about?
One thing for sure is television. He hates sitcoms. I really only watch one now, The Middle (Eric and I watch it together), but I can sit through most any. The Brady Bunch, Square Pegs, Family Ties, The Cosby Show, I always liked sitcoms. Cosme hates them, along with competition shows.
3. What one meal could you eat at least once a week?
There are too many to list but one thing I can always eat is lasagna. I've had leftover lasagna and eaten it for lunch all week. (Not this week but in the past.)
4. Do you buy organic? What are your must-haves for organics?
I don't make it a point to buy organic. I was buying organic milk but stopped.
5. Best summer movie so far? Haven't been yet...which one are you dying to see this summer?
I can't wait for Horrible Bosses to come out. That's the only summer movie I'm looking forward to. Now come November, it's a different story. Is it too soon to start a countdown to Breaking Dawn, part 1?
want to know
what I'm digging? I'm telling you anyway because it's time for Staying Home and Staying Sane's blog hop.
First, I'm digging the weather. It finally rained and more is on the way. Can I get a "WOOHOO"? I love that it's 10:00 in the morning and the sun isn't glaring through the windows heating the house up. I think that calls for an additional "WOOHOO".
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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Second, I'm digging DVR. Between Real Housewives and NY Ink and my inability to stay awake past 9:00, I depend on DVR. Needless to say I was horrified the other morning when I awoke to find Bravo was having issues. Hopefully I will be able to get a few missed episodes of RHNY tomorrow.
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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Third (not last, but enough for now), I'm digging the few bursts of energy I have for housework. Maybe it's the heat maybe I don't know but I have plenty to do but not much motivation. Even Strat's getting more done than me... okay, maybe that's pushing it. I'm definitely taking vitamins as soon as I finish here.
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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And now for the questions:
1. Where do you volunteer? If you aren't yet, then where would you like to help out?
I volunteer at church. Luckily, they're the only ones that call me because I usually have a hard time saying no.
2. How did you meet your spouse/partner? And how soon did you know they were the "one"?
We met through a friend. And as for being the "one", I was a teenager so it was probably the next day. Isn't it always like that with teenage girls?
3. Do you let your kids play video games? If so...what rating do you ban from your house, if any?
We've always allowed video games and never really banned a certain rating. There's been content I haven't approved of, like the hookers in Grand Theft Auto but he knew not to go there. If he can't tell right from wrong or pretend from reality, I've got bigger issues at hand... the first being my parenting.
4. Do you collect anything? Do you display it or hide it?
Dodo, my grandmother, started a collection of spoons for me when I was but a wee lassie. I have them hanging on a display rack between my kitchen and bar. I was actually looking at them a few days ago thinking about how bad they need to be polished. I also have a little unofficial collection of magnets from where I've been.
5. Do you have Nights Out where the hubby/wife/partner stays home to take care of the kids/hold down the fort? What do you do and who are you with?
We usually go out together. I used to do kind of like a night out but it all goes back to helping out for the church. I would make cakes to donate when CCE was working the kitchen for Thursday night bingo at the KC Hall. I would stick around when I could and help, which usually involved a lot of visiting and the occasional wine cooler.
*I'll post the pics later
First, I'm digging the weather. It finally rained and more is on the way. Can I get a "WOOHOO"? I love that it's 10:00 in the morning and the sun isn't glaring through the windows heating the house up. I think that calls for an additional "WOOHOO".
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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Second, I'm digging DVR. Between Real Housewives and NY Ink and my inability to stay awake past 9:00, I depend on DVR. Needless to say I was horrified the other morning when I awoke to find Bravo was having issues. Hopefully I will be able to get a few missed episodes of RHNY tomorrow.
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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Third (not last, but enough for now), I'm digging the few bursts of energy I have for housework. Maybe it's the heat maybe I don't know but I have plenty to do but not much motivation. Even Strat's getting more done than me... okay, maybe that's pushing it. I'm definitely taking vitamins as soon as I finish here.
*Blogger is acting up and I can't post the pic right now.
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And now for the questions:
1. Where do you volunteer? If you aren't yet, then where would you like to help out?
I volunteer at church. Luckily, they're the only ones that call me because I usually have a hard time saying no.
2. How did you meet your spouse/partner? And how soon did you know they were the "one"?
We met through a friend. And as for being the "one", I was a teenager so it was probably the next day. Isn't it always like that with teenage girls?
3. Do you let your kids play video games? If so...what rating do you ban from your house, if any?
We've always allowed video games and never really banned a certain rating. There's been content I haven't approved of, like the hookers in Grand Theft Auto but he knew not to go there. If he can't tell right from wrong or pretend from reality, I've got bigger issues at hand... the first being my parenting.
4. Do you collect anything? Do you display it or hide it?
Dodo, my grandmother, started a collection of spoons for me when I was but a wee lassie. I have them hanging on a display rack between my kitchen and bar. I was actually looking at them a few days ago thinking about how bad they need to be polished. I also have a little unofficial collection of magnets from where I've been.
5. Do you have Nights Out where the hubby/wife/partner stays home to take care of the kids/hold down the fort? What do you do and who are you with?
We usually go out together. I used to do kind of like a night out but it all goes back to helping out for the church. I would make cakes to donate when CCE was working the kitchen for Thursday night bingo at the KC Hall. I would stick around when I could and help, which usually involved a lot of visiting and the occasional wine cooler.
*I'll post the pics later
let's see, where
Thursday, June 16, 2011
were we? Oh yeah, Puerto Rico. I believe I last posted pics from our time at Rio Mar and Luqillo... ahh, what fun. So after a few days, we left the resort and headed back to the city to spend the remainder of our vacation. I loved Old San Juan. I didn't particularly love the location of our hotel or the traffic but I liked San Juan. Here are some pics:
The streets of Old San Juan remind me of the French Quarter of New Orleans meets San Francisco.
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I ate a lot of rice.
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A crew was filming at our hotel. This scene was by the pool, looking over the ocean. The next day the filmed a scene of the lady walking a tightrope from our hotel to the building across the street.
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Again, I'm having problems with some of the pics from my phone. It's annoying but oh well...
On the plus side, only two more pics will have me caught up to today. Woohoo!
The streets of Old San Juan remind me of the French Quarter of New Orleans meets San Francisco.
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I ate a lot of rice.
A crew was filming at our hotel. This scene was by the pool, looking over the ocean. The next day the filmed a scene of the lady walking a tightrope from our hotel to the building across the street.
Again, I'm having problems with some of the pics from my phone. It's annoying but oh well...
On the plus side, only two more pics will have me caught up to today. Woohoo!
it's really starting
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
to seem like Liz's What I'm Digging Wednesdays are a good reminder for me that this blog is here... waiting... I will get around to more posts, I really will. Tomorrow. For now I'll continue on with her blog hop. Let's see, let me think about what I'm digging this week, other than air conditioning. I'm digging the yard guy, but not like that. I love it when the grass is just mowed and edged and it's hot and I didn't have to do it. I dig it more when I sit there with a Coke in the shade and look over the yard. It's very nice. Now I just need him to come do the flower beds.
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I'm also digging my washer and dryer because without them I'd be knee deep in a nightmare. I guess that pretty much tells what I've been up to when I'm digging the washer and dryer. Don't get me wrong, this is not even close to a complaint.
Now for the questions:
1. What 3 things do you use everyday? No matter what?
Other than the necessities like the bathroom and air, I use the computer, the phone and the TV everyday. That might seem sad to some people but hey, I like to stay connected.
2. Coffee or tea? And how do you take it?
Coffee? NEVER. I like tea hot or cold, with or without sweetener. If I have "iced" tea, I prefer no ice. I like cold drinks without ice in my glass, thanks.
3. Where do you shop for your wardrobe favorites? What about for your kids (if you have any)?
Shopping for my wardrobe... yuck. I have to be in a really special mood to shop for clothes. I hate it. I'm so picky. I hate looking. I hate trying on. If I have to shop, I turn to Madeline's (Sienna Rose is my favorite). My next step is online (anything to keep me out of the store). If I absolutely must go to the store, my first stop is usually Macy's. I can do a walk through in less than 10 minutes. The guys are easier because they aren't as picky and if I see something while out, I'll get it and they'll wear it.
4. When you were a kid, did you go to Summer Camp?
I went once. I went with my friends Holly and Hope to their church camp. I got all new clothes (shorts had to be at least three inches long) and it was so exciting getting ready for it. I was going to be just like one of the kids in the movies. We loaded up early one morning to head out and spend the week in Palacios, Texas. We arrived, unpacked, met some new people and I was ready to go home. Mom had already told me that if I went, I had to stay because she would be working. I called my grandparents, crying. I told them how much I missed them and wanted to come home. My grandfather, thinking it would wear off, told me to sleep on it and to call him back the next day if I still felt the same. As soon as I woke up I ran to the phone and called back. He hadn't even had breakfast but said they'd head that way after he ate. They left Brazoria and by the time they got to Palacios, I was standing with my bags packed waiting for them. We left, stopped for lunch and I never looked back. I swore off camp.
5. What trait in your spouse/partner drives you nuts but you couldn't live without it?
The first thing that comes to mind is he's very determined. If he wants something done, he'll get it done. Like the time he cracked his sternum but the sheetrock still needed to be hung and I couldn't stay awake to help. (Yes, I still feel bad about that.) I guess it's good that one of us has motivation.
I'm also digging my washer and dryer because without them I'd be knee deep in a nightmare. I guess that pretty much tells what I've been up to when I'm digging the washer and dryer. Don't get me wrong, this is not even close to a complaint.
Now for the questions:
1. What 3 things do you use everyday? No matter what?
Other than the necessities like the bathroom and air, I use the computer, the phone and the TV everyday. That might seem sad to some people but hey, I like to stay connected.
2. Coffee or tea? And how do you take it?
Coffee? NEVER. I like tea hot or cold, with or without sweetener. If I have "iced" tea, I prefer no ice. I like cold drinks without ice in my glass, thanks.
3. Where do you shop for your wardrobe favorites? What about for your kids (if you have any)?
Shopping for my wardrobe... yuck. I have to be in a really special mood to shop for clothes. I hate it. I'm so picky. I hate looking. I hate trying on. If I have to shop, I turn to Madeline's (Sienna Rose is my favorite). My next step is online (anything to keep me out of the store). If I absolutely must go to the store, my first stop is usually Macy's. I can do a walk through in less than 10 minutes. The guys are easier because they aren't as picky and if I see something while out, I'll get it and they'll wear it.
4. When you were a kid, did you go to Summer Camp?
I went once. I went with my friends Holly and Hope to their church camp. I got all new clothes (shorts had to be at least three inches long) and it was so exciting getting ready for it. I was going to be just like one of the kids in the movies. We loaded up early one morning to head out and spend the week in Palacios, Texas. We arrived, unpacked, met some new people and I was ready to go home. Mom had already told me that if I went, I had to stay because she would be working. I called my grandparents, crying. I told them how much I missed them and wanted to come home. My grandfather, thinking it would wear off, told me to sleep on it and to call him back the next day if I still felt the same. As soon as I woke up I ran to the phone and called back. He hadn't even had breakfast but said they'd head that way after he ate. They left Brazoria and by the time they got to Palacios, I was standing with my bags packed waiting for them. We left, stopped for lunch and I never looked back. I swore off camp.
5. What trait in your spouse/partner drives you nuts but you couldn't live without it?
The first thing that comes to mind is he's very determined. If he wants something done, he'll get it done. Like the time he cracked his sternum but the sheetrock still needed to be hung and I couldn't stay awake to help. (Yes, I still feel bad about that.) I guess it's good that one of us has motivation.
i'm still having
Friday, June 10, 2011
problems with the phone pics. Maybe I'll get them up one day. For now I'll share a few more images from the first few days at Luquillo Beach. These are pictures I made while sitting on some rocks while they were boogie boarding. Had I realized we were going to be out there as long as we were, I probably would have worn my bathing suit. Luckily, since my goal was pictures that day, I didn't and wore capris with a sleeveless shirt. I was the only one who didn't get burned that day.
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to quote
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Tone Loc, "Let's do it". Here's the catch up...
We took a little trip to Puerto Rico and it was so much fun. We landed in San Juan, rented a car and drove to Rio Mar Beach Resort. Upon arrival, the bellhop told us about the Rum Carnival going on out back. Cosme and I went. It was stands of food, live music, dancing and free rum. Some people were having drinks out of coconuts. It looked like it would be good, if coconut drinks are your thing (I'll pass, thanks). The next morning Cosme and I went down to the beach to check it out. When I say the next morning, I mean 6:00.
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Remember the coconut drinks? Some people obviously tossed their coconuts on the beach. Two little dogs that ran up to us on the beach were playing and digging and peeing on coconuts.
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We stayed here for a few days and spent a lot of time on their beach and in their pool and also in the town of Luquillo. Luquillo was pretty cool. It has kiosks with food and rum and behind those is access to the beach. That particular beach was popular but didn't have very high reviews. We went into the heart of the town and found another beach with lots of surfers and boogie boarders.
A view of the neighborhood where we parked for beach access. The mountains in the back are the rainforest, El Yunque.
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The kiosks.
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We went back the next day after a pit stop for boogie boards.
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The next day we hung out on the beach at Rio Mar and at their pool. We loved it there.
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I'm having a problem posting a few pics from my phone so I'll wait on those and I'll continue with San Juan tomorrow.
We took a little trip to Puerto Rico and it was so much fun. We landed in San Juan, rented a car and drove to Rio Mar Beach Resort. Upon arrival, the bellhop told us about the Rum Carnival going on out back. Cosme and I went. It was stands of food, live music, dancing and free rum. Some people were having drinks out of coconuts. It looked like it would be good, if coconut drinks are your thing (I'll pass, thanks). The next morning Cosme and I went down to the beach to check it out. When I say the next morning, I mean 6:00.
Remember the coconut drinks? Some people obviously tossed their coconuts on the beach. Two little dogs that ran up to us on the beach were playing and digging and peeing on coconuts.
We stayed here for a few days and spent a lot of time on their beach and in their pool and also in the town of Luquillo. Luquillo was pretty cool. It has kiosks with food and rum and behind those is access to the beach. That particular beach was popular but didn't have very high reviews. We went into the heart of the town and found another beach with lots of surfers and boogie boarders.
A view of the neighborhood where we parked for beach access. The mountains in the back are the rainforest, El Yunque.
The kiosks.
We went back the next day after a pit stop for boogie boards.
The next day we hung out on the beach at Rio Mar and at their pool. We loved it there.
I'm having a problem posting a few pics from my phone so I'll wait on those and I'll continue with San Juan tomorrow.
we went on vacation
and I knew I'd have things to post to catch up with my photo-a-day, which is now probably two months behind... sigh. I'll start with Staying Home and Staying Sane's blog hop which, by the way, is normally a Wednesday thing. So, What I'm Digging is home. Our vacation was great but home sure is nice. I love being home, probably too much.
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I think Strat loves us being home too.
And for the questions...
1. What do you do to keep your kids occupied while traveling in the car or plane?
Eric keeps himself entertained with his phone. Games, music, texting, internet... When he's done with that, it's time for a nap.
2. Favorite sunscreen for the family?
I just started exposing myself to the sun again about two months ago but I always turn to the same tanning lotion, Hawaiian Tropic SPF 6.
3. Best kept secret for the beach or pool? Handy dandy tips or fave toys or products.
A jug of water for the feet and a clean towel to dry them off. It's a necessity.
4. You are heading on a vacation with just your other half...where are you going??? (and how the heck did you manage that?!)
I think it'll be California. We just got back from Puerto Rico and that was for his 40th birthday. I said I want a trip for mine too and I want to go to California. Considering my 40th birthday will be September 20 of 2012, Eric will have graduated and be off at school. That leaves just the two of us to take my trip.
5. Best State Park or local attraction that you love for your family outings or vacations?
Hmm... this is a hard one since we don't normally venture out to the parks. The outdoor thing isn't really my cup of tea. I prefer a/c and running water. I'd really like to go to Big Bend. Imagine the photo ops. Brazos Bend is pretty cool. Mom and I went out there one morning in their RV.
I think Strat loves us being home too.
And for the questions...
1. What do you do to keep your kids occupied while traveling in the car or plane?
Eric keeps himself entertained with his phone. Games, music, texting, internet... When he's done with that, it's time for a nap.
2. Favorite sunscreen for the family?
I just started exposing myself to the sun again about two months ago but I always turn to the same tanning lotion, Hawaiian Tropic SPF 6.
3. Best kept secret for the beach or pool? Handy dandy tips or fave toys or products.
A jug of water for the feet and a clean towel to dry them off. It's a necessity.
4. You are heading on a vacation with just your other half...where are you going??? (and how the heck did you manage that?!)
I think it'll be California. We just got back from Puerto Rico and that was for his 40th birthday. I said I want a trip for mine too and I want to go to California. Considering my 40th birthday will be September 20 of 2012, Eric will have graduated and be off at school. That leaves just the two of us to take my trip.
5. Best State Park or local attraction that you love for your family outings or vacations?
Hmm... this is a hard one since we don't normally venture out to the parks. The outdoor thing isn't really my cup of tea. I prefer a/c and running water. I'd really like to go to Big Bend. Imagine the photo ops. Brazos Bend is pretty cool. Mom and I went out there one morning in their RV.
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