Lent begins tomorrow and I'm going for the fasting of it thisyear. I'm giving up all forms of refined sugar. It's not for the weight loss of it, but to make my body feel better. I don't want to be a slave to the cravings. Hmmm...good idea for me.
Anyhoo..this morning I went and bought a nice latte and extra large coffee, at the drive-thru Starbucks. I didn't even need to get dressed. I should have thought of coffee for Lent, but I love it. LOL. I didn't have any creamer or sweet n low..so it was off to make an emergency coffee run.
I don't have much today. I've been working hard at getting my website up for my business (specialty gifts.) My brain is a little fried and I'm sitting here in a fog this morning. I've got my baby Mocha curled up next to me and hopefully the Aleve is kicking in here any moment.
Enjoy your day my friends...
XOXO
Christie
PS..Did anyone see Oprah yesterday with the woman behind Jimmy Choo! All those fabulous gorgeous .... shoes. :)
Tuesday, February 28, 2006
Sunday, February 26, 2006
I LOVE MY SUNDAYS
This video is because I love my Bono..and love The Corrs. Enjoy.
Yes, I love my Sunday mornings. I decided to go to early Mass this morning. I was up and just decided to head out myself. I went to ... get ready for this 6:30AM Mass. I needed a little peace of mind. I didn't want to deal with the kids and keeping them quiet. So I went.
Now I'm back home, comfy cozy...and sipping my coffee. I have my paper ready to be read. It's sunny out, but deceiving. It's 32 outside! Brrrr.
I haven't got too much. Enjoy your day my friends.
Love you...
Christie
Yes, I love my Sunday mornings. I decided to go to early Mass this morning. I was up and just decided to head out myself. I went to ... get ready for this 6:30AM Mass. I needed a little peace of mind. I didn't want to deal with the kids and keeping them quiet. So I went.
Now I'm back home, comfy cozy...and sipping my coffee. I have my paper ready to be read. It's sunny out, but deceiving. It's 32 outside! Brrrr.
I haven't got too much. Enjoy your day my friends.
Love you...
Christie
Saturday, February 25, 2006
MOMMY MY SOCIAL STUDIES PROJECT IS GOING TO BE AWESOME!
The Princess wanted me to post this song. She loves it, but told me you can play an instrument, be a cheerleader, and be the homecoming queen all at the same time. LOL!
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UPDATE: K and I had a long talk about the following story. She in no way was making light of the subject. She really did want to explore and research 9/11. She told me she thought about the tower and planes because there were actually people in her class that didn't know what happened on 9/11. I told her no way....she said they really didn't. Finally, we talked about what a horrible day in history it was and reenacting it with models would be really sad. She understood and started crying. She just wanted me to know she wasn't making light of all the people who died. My poor girl.
So, the girly has a project to do for the 5th grade social studies fair. What has she come up with? She and her best friend (a clone and also an honor student) have decided to do something on 9/11.
Wow...9/11. I'm shocked. Very impressive. So, here's the conversation we had. I'll just set up a bullet of some her ideas and observations.
- Mommy I know one of the "TOURIST'S" name. (Ummmm did she mean terrorist. I checked with her and she did. Terrorist not tourist.)
- Hey mommy we have it all figured out. We're going to do a board display and then build the twin towers. (Holy Crap...she's not thinking what I think she's thinking?)
- Then we're going to build the towers with things from Home Depot. You can do that since you know how to use the tools. (She sooooo knows me.)
- Oh and we need to buy some airplanes. (NO SHE DID NOT SAY THAT)
- Then we can have the planes crash into the Towers and they will fall.
There will be NO CRASHING OF PLANES!!!!! How do you relay the concept of "in bad taste" and "just not ok?" Basically, you just say...Aaaaah NO. There will be no crashing of planes and buildings falling down. Why? Because I'm the Mommy and I say so. If you argue you'll lose the phone for a week.
All of that and on the first cup of coffee!!!!! Welcome to my world world friends. :)
XOXO
Christie
Friday, February 24, 2006
Do you ever feel like a loser baby?
Holy Crap..I feel like a loser today. I have this way of stretching myself thing to everyone. It fucking sucks. (Yes..this will be profanity laden.) Why do I wonder why I feel a mess of knots in my tummy? I do it to myself. I've decided not to say yes to everyone, but I'm failing.
Yes. Yes. Yes. You'd think with the ease I have to say Yes...that I'd be easy. I'm not! lol.
Maybe if I type this it will help me say No when I need to.
Ok, one other thing. You are all amazing. I feel special when you all share feelings and thoughts with me. We've all gotten to know certain parts of one another's true feelings that we don't just share with even our closest "others." This helps.
Oh and who knew that blogging would help me find my soul sisters!
xoxo
C
Yes. Yes. Yes. You'd think with the ease I have to say Yes...that I'd be easy. I'm not! lol.
Maybe if I type this it will help me say No when I need to.
Ok, one other thing. You are all amazing. I feel special when you all share feelings and thoughts with me. We've all gotten to know certain parts of one another's true feelings that we don't just share with even our closest "others." This helps.
Oh and who knew that blogging would help me find my soul sisters!
xoxo
C
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE...
I'm tackling the issue of me. I've been told a few things over the last few months that I've pondered. This if for no one and anyone. It's me on paper. At least it's what I see.
- I'm 35 and very ok with it. (Yes MD...20/15)
- I love my kids more than life or anything else.
- I gave birth to a daughter that does amazing math! (if you know me you can laugh.)
- Loving myself has taken awhile.
- Pathetic is not a word I would use to describe me. So there!
- GH is tivo'd in my house every single day.
- Mistakes have been made by me.
- Huge mistakes have been made.
- I've lied more than a few times to ones I have loved.
- Forgiveness is magical.
- Living feels great.
- Health is something I don't take for granted...ever.
- I'm well versed on nephrology and my girl's kidney.
- Going to the doctor makes me anxious.
- My favorite color is pink and it just makes me smile.
- I love good hair.
- I've loved madly and deeply.
- I've loved horribly.
- I've "thought" I loved, when in reality it wasn't love at all.
- I love mission style furniture.
- John Mayer and David Gray are my favorites.
- San Diego really is home.
- I miss Arizona.
- Friends are to be cherished.
- To trust requires one to be trustworthy. (hmmmmm I've learned that.)
- Music is part of every day for me.
- I love my Ipod.
- Yoga soothes me.
- The treadmill kicks my ass and I love it.
- Lizzie knows more about me than people I've known a lifetime.
- Bart is such a kind soul with very wise words. (Most of you know him.)
- I love to laugh.
- My laughter can be mistaken for insecurity.
- I'm giving these days.
- Thank God for Dr. Calm. Such a wise wise Dr. :)
- Thank God for Dr. K who save my Kelsey's life on more than one occassion.
- I wouldn't have made it as a pregnant woman in a covered wagon. LOL..I'm too delicate!
- R..I still think about you and hope you are well. (I have no doubts of your success.)
- I believe in happiness.
- My life is better than I deserve.
- When all is said and done...my boobies still look nice.
- I've had 4 digital cameras because Sammy boy has broken all of them.
- I'm on my 7th cell phone, because I've broken all of them. LOL.
- Lotions and perfumes are my thing.
- Smells bring me back in time.
- I'm a fabulous cook.
- My sisters think I'm Mother Christie.
- Ava told me I smelled like a princess today.
- I don't worry about my looks these days.
- If you're reading this...thank's for your time.
- Ok there has to be a 51.
- Kelly Clarkson is my guilty pleasure.
- I cherish my Bloggin' Babes.
- I'm sipping a class of Blackstone Merlot as I type this.
- Flip Flop weather can't come too soon for me!
- I want another baby...
- Melanie is having a boy!
- I'm going to have a nephew!
- Erin is going to Europe this summer.
- Clarity would be a good thing in the days ahead.
- I wear my heart on my sleeve...but not all of it.
- HOPE AND LOVE ARE THERE FOR ALL OF US....
XOXO
Love and Kisses....
Christie
Humpy Day!
Here's a picture of my baby Mochs. Yes, "He's" wearing a dress and has a little pony in his hair. He can thank his sweet sister Ava for his daily dressing up time.
It's Wedensday...hump day.
I feel like it should be Friday, after that long long weekend. Yes, the hubby finally went to work today. All together...Thank God! I need some alone time.
Kids are in school, doggies are walked, and I am doing some work. Oh, and I'm watching Sammy boy play Star Wars Xbox. He wants me to play, but I haven't got a fucking clue! LOL. I try...and I guess that's all that matters.
Happy day friends. I'm going to work on building my little "Empire." (aka..my business.)
XOXO
C
Monday, February 20, 2006
Bruised, Dentist...and Vegas
Funny thing happened on the way out this morning to walk the doggies. Let's just remember there was no coffee yet in me. It was still brewing.
I started to stop off the steps of the deck and before I knew it my body was in slow motion. My ass was slamming into the steps and just sliding...one two three four....boom. OMG! For a minute I thought I broke my butt. LOL! Ok, I have a little padding, but still. So now, I have a fabulous huge black and blue bruise right there on my left cheek! Ugh. There's even a nice side bump to go with bruise. Hmmmm. Yep, that was my day.
Oh...and let me just mention I had a tooth filled. It wasn't a new filling. It was a replacement filling. I love nice clean teeth. A few weeks ago I tried out a new floss and somehow it just didn't agree with me. LOL..yep...the filling cracked. Hmmm. Well the dentist told me I needed my wisdom teeth pulled. There's a funny wisdom teeth story.
Back in the day (before kids and marriage) I told my boss I was off to get my teeth pulled. Instead, I went off to Vegas with my boyfriend of forever...my love. Aaaahh. Memories. I digress. :) Here's a little James Taylor...he speaks my language.
XOXO,
C
I started to stop off the steps of the deck and before I knew it my body was in slow motion. My ass was slamming into the steps and just sliding...one two three four....boom. OMG! For a minute I thought I broke my butt. LOL! Ok, I have a little padding, but still. So now, I have a fabulous huge black and blue bruise right there on my left cheek! Ugh. There's even a nice side bump to go with bruise. Hmmmm. Yep, that was my day.
Oh...and let me just mention I had a tooth filled. It wasn't a new filling. It was a replacement filling. I love nice clean teeth. A few weeks ago I tried out a new floss and somehow it just didn't agree with me. LOL..yep...the filling cracked. Hmmm. Well the dentist told me I needed my wisdom teeth pulled. There's a funny wisdom teeth story.
Back in the day (before kids and marriage) I told my boss I was off to get my teeth pulled. Instead, I went off to Vegas with my boyfriend of forever...my love. Aaaahh. Memories. I digress. :) Here's a little James Taylor...he speaks my language.
XOXO,
C
Sunday, February 19, 2006
Snowy Stuff!
Update: Living with a drunk can make a life hell. On the outside...things look completely wonderful and at night the partner is left alone with sadness. When is enough enough. Hmmmm. Deep breath.
Love you guys...xoxo...Post something you lurkers! I'd love to know who you all are. Go on...I DARE YOU. Just click comment...and send me a note!
What do a bunch of Southern California Kids do when they get snow? They build a snow man of course! The was the day after, so some has melted, but the back yard was still full of the white stuff. The kids fight over the gloves and the daddy goes out in his shorts and Uggs to show them how to roll the snow. (He's from Denver.)Ummm it was only about 18 outside when I took these cute pictures!
xoxo
C
Love you guys...xoxo...Post something you lurkers! I'd love to know who you all are. Go on...I DARE YOU. Just click comment...and send me a note!
What do a bunch of Southern California Kids do when they get snow? They build a snow man of course! The was the day after, so some has melted, but the back yard was still full of the white stuff. The kids fight over the gloves and the daddy goes out in his shorts and Uggs to show them how to roll the snow. (He's from Denver.)Ummm it was only about 18 outside when I took these cute pictures!
xoxo
C
Saturday, February 18, 2006
More Snow!
It was 70 on Thursday and Snowing today. Isn't the weather crazy this year? Happy Saturday everyone. Here's a look at my babies. Hmmmm, I feel younger than I must be to have these little ones. Kelsey looks way older than the 11 years that make up her age. :) My Uncle and Cousin came to visit today. It was just for the day, but it was fabulous to visit with family. You'll see Ava and her cute cousin after playing in the snow.
XOXO
C
XOXO
C
Friday, February 17, 2006
I haven't dunked in forever!
UPDATE: On top of Oreos..I'm loving this song. I watched, listened..and my tears flowed. I'm such a wuss. XOXO...C
We Belong Togther
By Gavin Degraw
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We Belong Togther
By Gavin Degraw
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It's almost 1AM and I'm sitting here with a little stack of Oreos and a little milk. First of all, I can't remember the last time I dunked an oreo...let alone had milk. Hmmm. Yes, it's been one of those nights. Am I guilty of emotional eating...? Ummmmm, I am!
I'll break it down you for my friends.
- Ava just finished semi-dry heaving all over the place.
- About 2 hours ago she threw up her entire dinner! UGH UGH UGH UGH. Yes, of course some made it to the carpet. Isn't that a rule.
- I was the only one capable of actually helping the baby and cleaning it up. Hubby said I was high if I thought he was "able" to get near any of it at all.
- She's sleeping next to my bed, because it's just easier to get her into the bathroom...and the man thinks I did this "to" him. Hmmm.
- I'm wide awake having fucked up taking my medicine today.
- I'm sitting here really wondering if Fox News thinks we all buy their crap.
- My last thought on the throw up......When do you think Mine will start.
The point of the story is this. I am enjoying my cookies and I don't feel an ounce of guilt about it at this moment. Maybe when I wake up with tummy feeling like rocks I might rethink. However, right now this is working.
Love and Kisses...
Christie
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
V-Day Hangover
Sign me up for a trip to the spa right now. I'm exhausted and need some serious pampering. My brain seems fried. My body is spent and I could totally just curl up on the couch and sleep for hours. (soooooo not possible.)
Maybe it's the V-day hangover. It's not like it was filled everything Vday like. It was a quiet night spent with the kids. I made microwave popcorn for me and quesadillas for the kids. How about that?
Here are a few things I'm wondering today:
Maybe it's the V-day hangover. It's not like it was filled everything Vday like. It was a quiet night spent with the kids. I made microwave popcorn for me and quesadillas for the kids. How about that?
Here are a few things I'm wondering today:
- How is it that I gave birth to a son who LOVES Star Wars???!!! If given the chance to watch Star Trek...I bet he'd become a TREKKIE! I promise that will never happen!
- Does laundry ever end? I was my daughter's age when I did it all. Hmmmm. She does try, but the folding part just requires the mommy's touch.
- How come my coffee just seems to get soooo cold so fast? Hmmmm.
- Why am I needing TLC so badly these days?
- Boys really are so much easier than girls.
- I'm having serious PMS, right about now.
That's it for now guys....I really am quite boring today.
XOXO
Christie
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
Happy Valentine's Day
Here's a fun song...it's perfect. I hope your afternoons are filled with a little delight today. LOL
Yes, I love today! I'm all for the pink and red mooshy extra love giving day.
I know that some people think it's just a Hallmark Day. If it is, oh well...but I do enjoy it immensly. I'm the wear my heart on my sleeve kind of woman, as we all know. I love deeply. I give love with all my heart. SO today...is my kind of day.
The kids woke up to their little V-Day goody bags. The girlies had cute heart T-shirts, little hearts filled with chocolates, and some cute little socks. The boy had a cool heart Pez thingy with a little heart filled with chocolate.
The room mom's work is never done. LOL. I get to go pick up pizzas for the kids in Ava's class for the V-Day pizza party. She'll be passing out Bratz and Batman Valentines with little Hersheys filled in the sacks. Yes...the kids will be sugared up today.
I hope your love is overflowing today. It's just a day for the little extras. Be well sweeties. If you don't have a Valentine this year then love yourself. Go for a mani and pedi. Get a good book to lose yourself in for a while. To give love we must be able to love ourself. Start with that today if you haven't been able to do that for yourself.
XOXOXO
Christie
Yes, I love today! I'm all for the pink and red mooshy extra love giving day.
I know that some people think it's just a Hallmark Day. If it is, oh well...but I do enjoy it immensly. I'm the wear my heart on my sleeve kind of woman, as we all know. I love deeply. I give love with all my heart. SO today...is my kind of day.
The kids woke up to their little V-Day goody bags. The girlies had cute heart T-shirts, little hearts filled with chocolates, and some cute little socks. The boy had a cool heart Pez thingy with a little heart filled with chocolate.
The room mom's work is never done. LOL. I get to go pick up pizzas for the kids in Ava's class for the V-Day pizza party. She'll be passing out Bratz and Batman Valentines with little Hersheys filled in the sacks. Yes...the kids will be sugared up today.
I hope your love is overflowing today. It's just a day for the little extras. Be well sweeties. If you don't have a Valentine this year then love yourself. Go for a mani and pedi. Get a good book to lose yourself in for a while. To give love we must be able to love ourself. Start with that today if you haven't been able to do that for yourself.
XOXOXO
Christie
Monday, February 13, 2006
Snow Day????
It's a lovely Sunny "Dry" Day. Yes friends....dry as a hot warm towel out of the dryer. LOL.
So, of course it's a snow day here in Nashville!
Here are a few things heard this morning in my house:
So, of course it's a snow day here in Nashville!
Here are a few things heard this morning in my house:
- Mommy does paint wash off dogs, because I "accidently" Mocha's nose!
- Hey Mommy I'm going to use the pottery wheel and finish up the Valentine's Day gifts. I'm just going to set it up in my room. (Ummmmmm yeah right)
- I hate her she's a poopie head.
- I hate him, then. He's a Penish head. (Delightful.)
- You didn't know Mommy, but I was sleeping next to your bed when Daddy asked you if you wanted the S word. You should tell Daddy if he wants to "Massage" you then he should do it before bedtime. (LOVELY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!..)
- What did you get daddy for his birthday present? I got him a Shredder. (She looked at me and told me she hoped he liked it. LOL. Not a vote of confidence.)
- Hey Let's get out the paint and make something for Mommy. (sooooo cute and sweet)
Hope you're having a wonderful Monday and that today brings a wonderful thaw.
XOXO
Christie
Saturday, February 11, 2006
Snowing Again...I love it!
I had to post a little David Gray, because I was finally able to find one of his videos, other than Babylon. If you haven't listened to any of his CDs..you should! His songwriting is timeless. He is one of my favorites.
Happy Weekend....We're still enjoying a little snow.
xoxo
C
Happy Weekend....We're still enjoying a little snow.
xoxo
C
Mmmmm I make a good cup of coffee....
Happy Saturday! It's Snowing!!!!
Now, I realize this isn't a huge deal for most of my friends, but you guys....I'm from So Cal and this is Tennessee! I'm watching the flakes fall from the grey sky as I type. I have this beautiful picture window and I'm sipping coffee, CNN on, and snow falling. Really pretty.
Let me recap my day, so far (and yes it's only 7:26AM.)
Now, I realize this isn't a huge deal for most of my friends, but you guys....I'm from So Cal and this is Tennessee! I'm watching the flakes fall from the grey sky as I type. I have this beautiful picture window and I'm sipping coffee, CNN on, and snow falling. Really pretty.
Let me recap my day, so far (and yes it's only 7:26AM.)
- I woke up at 4:15 to the alarm that was set! WTF? The hubby was gone all week and it didn't go off once. Hmmmm did he decide it was time to set the alarm for 4:15?! Really, at a loss.
- Upon waking up to that shrill alarm, I realized he wasn't in bed with me. Hmmm, again. Instead, I had both children and the dogs on my bed. Lovely..lol. So, I moved the boy to the sleeping bag on the side of the bed (yes sleeping bag , because I have one in there every single night...ugh.) Ava decided she help push him off with her legs. Even in their sleep, they're still competitive.
- Next, I realize the alarm is going off again. I get out of bed and try to figure out the damn thing.
- I'm up. LOL. You know how that happens.
- Mocha and I venture downstairs to check out the snow.
- Finally, I go back upstairs and surprise surpise...Ava girl is up! LOL.
- Yes...then we play Simon Says in bed.
- Hello Saturday...and it was time to take the doggies outside.
- I'm smiling, sipping coffee...and happy I'm a morning girl.
- "Mommy Mommy...can we have popcorn for breakfast?! Please Please Please."
Welcome to my world. I do love it, though. Back to my coffee now...
XOXO
C
Thursday, February 09, 2006
If that's fat...sign me up! (kidding..)
Clothese for the LARGER WOMAN?!!!!
Have you all seen the pretty woman on the side bar or in the banner adds in the really pretty aqua colored bra? Ok...well, she is gorgeous. She looks hot in the bra, gorgeous face, and looks wonderful (to me. ) Well then I read that she's a PLUS SIZE model. WTF? Plus Size? She can't be more than a size 8. She's probably 5'10" and she gorgeous.
I hit the side bar and went to see how "BIG" the big girls really are these days. I was horrified. These women are like size 6 and 8's. How the hell is that big? Ok..there are a few 10's or 12's, but that is no fucking way big!
It's all an illusion. If the size 0's and 2's need airbrushing...well then I guess a size 6 or 8 would be considered BIG. It's just a bunch of crap. Sorry! I'm just at a loss for words. (unusual..i know.)
Check out these pictures...and tell me if you agree.
On another note...American Idol or Grammy's? I did both thank to TIVO!!!!!! I love U2 and I'm glad Kelly Clarkson is no longer a guilty pleasure. :)
xoxo
C
Wednesday, February 08, 2006
I WANT THAT ASS!
JUST SOME VALENTINE'S DAY THOUGHTS...
What better than Victoria's Secret to illustrate?
I want that ass!I'm sure that this ass belongs to a 100lb. 17 year old, but I still want it! LOL. Hmmm..I wonder if I up my daily mileage to 7 miles a day, zero carbs, and upped the pilates...if I'd get close?
MMMMM I do want this little "Kiss Me" Set
Oh...and when did VS start selling Peek-a-boo little panties. Yummy!
Ok, so you can tell I'm in gift mode. I love Valentine's Day. Here are a few do's and Don'ts for your day
- Do write a love note to your love.
- Do spoon and touch, leading up to the V day.
- Do put rose petals on your bed that night for a little surprise.
- Do get a romantic movie like, The Notebook, if you're staying in for the night.
- Do light little tea lights around the living room for some yumminess.
- Do figure out something special for a little momento. (picture of you with a romantic note.)
- Do use red and pink tissue paper with cute ribbon for wrapping gifts.
- Do buy a bigger size if you're a man. You never want something tooo small. Snip the size out if you don't want her to know. :)
- Do get some wonderful smelling lotion and rub her back or his back. Simple yet romantic.
- Don't make a seafood dish and drink a diet coke at the same time....food poisoning for sure. (yes..been there done that.)
- Don't go and get grocery store flowers and just give them to her/him. Pull them out of the wrapper if you must and put in a little vase...or sprinkle petals on the bed.
- Don't just buy and do. Put your heart into it. More sentiment is always better than crap.
- Don't give a coupon with a promised BJ if that's not want you really want. LOL. How about a promised "Three Position Thursday" or "Wet and Wild Wednesday." (Just and idea)
FINALLY...
- DIAMONDS are always a good idea! :)
XOXO
Christie
Tuesday, February 07, 2006
Karma has come to bite me in my ASS!
If you've read my blog for a while you all know that I'm a little crazy about the whole ACCENT thing. Ok, I'm a snob about it. So what?! I totally admit it.
Now, before you go freaking out on me my, little southern sweeties...I'm sure your sweet sexy drawls are fabulous. Seriously. My realtor has the cutest little voice. It's just that I'm a west coast girl. My kids have grown up on the coast. They're not supposed to sound like they're little hillbillies. (once again..no offense. LOL)It's one thing to have a sweet drawl...it's another thing to sound like you don't know the first thing about the English language. So...here I go on my rant. Just know that Darlene...you're a hot sexy mama...I'm sure you sound delicious. :) LOL. I'm more concerned with some of what my daughter is coming home saying.
Hey Mommy...I'm Fixin' to go to bed! (FIXIN'!)
Y'all need to come up and see how clean the bonus room is! (Y'all)
My and I...(not with the eye at the end...but like Meh and Ieh.)
Mommy...I love the Titans...the Chargers just suck! (sacrilegious)
So there, a few examples that just bug the crap out of me. I know...I am a snob. However, I'm the book whore, the literature fiend, and the one who would rank my Chaucer class (yes a class only on Chaucer) as one of my top 3 courses in college. Kind of a nerd, I guess (cute though.)
To better understand my total and complete freak-out,let's reflect. My husband received orders to move to Georgia. King's Bay Georgia is deep in the south, as I discovered with a phone call from a potential realtor. His drawl was so thick...I had to listen to his message 3 time! LOL. Finally...I'm going to have to leave DR. Calm!!!!!!!!!! You've never met a cuter Chinese/American psychiatrist with a Nashville twang...ever! Thank Goodness for hot sexy mamma's like Darlene, who has offered up some hot F-me shoes if they fit. :)!!!!!!
Yes..I'm rambling. Thanks for indulging me, yet again.
Love,
Christie
Now, before you go freaking out on me my, little southern sweeties...I'm sure your sweet sexy drawls are fabulous. Seriously. My realtor has the cutest little voice. It's just that I'm a west coast girl. My kids have grown up on the coast. They're not supposed to sound like they're little hillbillies. (once again..no offense. LOL)It's one thing to have a sweet drawl...it's another thing to sound like you don't know the first thing about the English language. So...here I go on my rant. Just know that Darlene...you're a hot sexy mama...I'm sure you sound delicious. :) LOL. I'm more concerned with some of what my daughter is coming home saying.
Hey Mommy...I'm Fixin' to go to bed! (FIXIN'!)
Y'all need to come up and see how clean the bonus room is! (Y'all)
My and I...(not with the eye at the end...but like Meh and Ieh.)
Mommy...I love the Titans...the Chargers just suck! (sacrilegious)
So there, a few examples that just bug the crap out of me. I know...I am a snob. However, I'm the book whore, the literature fiend, and the one who would rank my Chaucer class (yes a class only on Chaucer) as one of my top 3 courses in college. Kind of a nerd, I guess (cute though.)
To better understand my total and complete freak-out,let's reflect. My husband received orders to move to Georgia. King's Bay Georgia is deep in the south, as I discovered with a phone call from a potential realtor. His drawl was so thick...I had to listen to his message 3 time! LOL. Finally...I'm going to have to leave DR. Calm!!!!!!!!!! You've never met a cuter Chinese/American psychiatrist with a Nashville twang...ever! Thank Goodness for hot sexy mamma's like Darlene, who has offered up some hot F-me shoes if they fit. :)!!!!!!
Yes..I'm rambling. Thanks for indulging me, yet again.
Love,
Christie
Monday, February 06, 2006
MY BRAIN IS AT IT AGAIN...
I'm sitting here thinking of something good to blog about this morning. Hmmm I've got nadda! I need a jolt of inspiration. My mind is open...come on...zap me now...I'm ready...anything? Ugh..nothing.
I guess I'll have to settle with some random "Christie Thoughts of the Day."
I guess I'll have to settle with some random "Christie Thoughts of the Day."
- I've had about 3 cups of coffee this morning. Yes, I love the taste. I love how my favorite pink mug feels in my hands on a cold morning. It just warms me up.
- My cell phone is pink, too...yes girly. I really need a new one, though.
- I just finished Honeymoon, by James Patterson. He's not an author I usually read, but I at the market and needed something to read, without a trip to Barnes & Noble. As I was reading I could tell a man was writing. Somehow, the female was written from a man's point of view. Hmmmm.
- I also finished, last night during the Super Bowl, Dreaming War, by Gore Vidal. You know I'm not going into politics, but that book is enlightening. Vidal clearly explains how the war was planned before 9/11. Another, must read...if I do say.
- My sister told me that there is coconut oil that is supossed to speed up the metabolism. Farmers gave it to cows in hopes of bulking them up. Instead, the cows became lean and trim. LOL...Why not? I'm sure I could find it at Whole Foods or Trader Joe's.
- I thought the Stones sucked last night. I'm amazed at their fabulous reviews this morning. I guess they were fabulous for rockers pushing 70. LOL.
- I'm all decorated for Valentine's Day.
- I'm really having a great hair day.
- TLC is eluding me.
- Happy Monday....Love you guys.
Sunday, February 05, 2006
I'M SORRY SEAHAWKS...! I'M CURSED!
It's official. Never root for the team that I do! I am always wrong!
I'm sorry Seahawks. I'm bad luck. I sooooo wanted you to win, I should have worn black and yellow today. Then for sure Seattle may have had a chance.
Was it me, or did the Rolling Stones just suck? They sooooo did.
I got out before the game for Starbucks. You'd think I told the hubby I was leaving him for a week with the kids. Ok, well I did leave at 4:15 and I guess it was the Pre-game....then the game. LOL...deal with it, is all I can say. That's the beauty of TIVO.
As you can tell, I've got nothing tonight. I will have more tomorrow, I'm sure. I'm getting ready to be married, but single again next week. Soooo...let the fun begin.
Thanks for indulging my sweeties.
Love you all...
XOXO
C
I'm sorry Seahawks. I'm bad luck. I sooooo wanted you to win, I should have worn black and yellow today. Then for sure Seattle may have had a chance.
Was it me, or did the Rolling Stones just suck? They sooooo did.
I got out before the game for Starbucks. You'd think I told the hubby I was leaving him for a week with the kids. Ok, well I did leave at 4:15 and I guess it was the Pre-game....then the game. LOL...deal with it, is all I can say. That's the beauty of TIVO.
As you can tell, I've got nothing tonight. I will have more tomorrow, I'm sure. I'm getting ready to be married, but single again next week. Soooo...let the fun begin.
Thanks for indulging my sweeties.
Love you all...
XOXO
C
Friday, February 03, 2006
My Favorite....
i carry your heart with me
i carry your heart with me (i carry it in my heart)
i am never without it (anywhere i go you go,
my dear; and whatever is done by
only me is your doing, my darling)
i fear no fate (for you are my fate, my sweet)
i want no world (for beautiful you are my world, my true)
and it's you, whatever a moon has always meant
and whatever a sun will always sing, is you.
here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows
higher and higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart)
ee cummings
i am never without it (anywhere i go you go,
my dear; and whatever is done by
only me is your doing, my darling)
i fear no fate (for you are my fate, my sweet)
i want no world (for beautiful you are my world, my true)
and it's you, whatever a moon has always meant
and whatever a sun will always sing, is you.
here is the deepest secret nobody knows
(here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud
and the sky of the sky of a tree called life; which grows
higher and higher than the soul can hope or mind can hide)
and this is the wonder that's keeping the stars apart
i carry your heart (i carry it in my heart)
ee cummings
MY BRAIN JUST THINKS TOO MUCH!
Last night was birthday dinner night for my 7 year old baby. I was lucky that I could talk her out of Chuck E Cheese's and we went to chilies. After that it was costs time.(Do you guys remember when costs was Price Club. Maybe that was just for us call Kids.) Regardless..I'm a costs junky. There just weren't any good books there last night. They used to carry SO many more. Not so helpful for the Book Whore in me. Oh and let's see...Did I mention all 3 kids were running the aisles? Ok..Just wanted to make sure you could understand the craziness that followed me.
anyhow...Bedtime was as soon as we arrived home. The food was put away...And yes I was able to breathe for a few minutes. I was tired. I wanted to sleep. After a little jack and diet coke and climbing into bed, it hit me that I was wired. Yap...Wired. Woo.
I'm working on a Cook Book type of creation. It will be something a little different...But have some fabulous recipes, stories...And see where it leads me. That being said...I have no control when the ideas hit me. So, last night..Exhausted...Needing sleep...Emotionally drained...My brain started firing. Ideas were flowing. I was up. Cookbook ideas...And life just flowed from the fingers to the screen. Ok...Maybe a manic moment, but I'd prefer to label it a "Creative Epiphany." LOL..Yeah..Wishful thinking.
Do you want a perfect Super Bowl Dip...I have it. Are you craving "The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie?" I've got you covered. Hammy..Maybe I'll start posting a recipe a day? Whammy. Who knows. I am a great cook. :) Problems with figuring out what to cook and you only have chicken and Vegas? I'm the girl for you.
Coffee Coffee...do your job. Give me strength to get through the day with all the kids home. I'm married, but single for the next few weeks. Cat and Jewl..you so know what I'm talking about. I need some serious TLC.
Love you guys. Thanks for indulging me. You always do...and I cherish you guys.
XOXO
Christie
anyhow...Bedtime was as soon as we arrived home. The food was put away...And yes I was able to breathe for a few minutes. I was tired. I wanted to sleep. After a little jack and diet coke and climbing into bed, it hit me that I was wired. Yap...Wired. Woo.
I'm working on a Cook Book type of creation. It will be something a little different...But have some fabulous recipes, stories...And see where it leads me. That being said...I have no control when the ideas hit me. So, last night..Exhausted...Needing sleep...Emotionally drained...My brain started firing. Ideas were flowing. I was up. Cookbook ideas...And life just flowed from the fingers to the screen. Ok...Maybe a manic moment, but I'd prefer to label it a "Creative Epiphany." LOL..Yeah..Wishful thinking.
Do you want a perfect Super Bowl Dip...I have it. Are you craving "The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie?" I've got you covered. Hammy..Maybe I'll start posting a recipe a day? Whammy. Who knows. I am a great cook. :) Problems with figuring out what to cook and you only have chicken and Vegas? I'm the girl for you.
Coffee Coffee...do your job. Give me strength to get through the day with all the kids home. I'm married, but single for the next few weeks. Cat and Jewl..you so know what I'm talking about. I need some serious TLC.
Love you guys. Thanks for indulging me. You always do...and I cherish you guys.
XOXO
Christie
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
"Christie I Know Why You're Soooooo Fucked Up..!"
Everyone in my family will, freely, admit we're a little nuts. Some more than others...but all are to some degree..nuts.
Now, that being said, most of my illuminating conversations with my mom happen before 7AM (my time...5AM Long Beach time.) She tries her hardest to remember the no calling before 7AM rule. That took years to be fully enforced. If it's a weekend I usually get a reprieve until 8.
Let me give you a little back brief (my term for in a nutshell.) My oldest has had so many kidney surgeries and continually has issues because of infections. My middle princess and I both just got over pnemonia...The boy is just the boy...and now I'm faced another move and self reflection. Those growths on my ovary were not cysts they were solid. All of that hit right after the new year. Soooooo...yes a handful.
Recovering and on day 3 of the Zithromax, my mom called and informed me why my life is so FUCKED up....Yes...."Fucked UP." She is a younger mom and i'm the oldest. She's nuts.
Me..Wow 6:59...you're getting better.
Mom...Christie, I know why you're life is so fucked up.
Me...Well...hi mom. I didn't realize I was so fucked up. Thank God I have coffee dripping.
Mom..Well that's the reason your fucking up your life.
Me...Hmmmm....coffee?
Mom...When you got married you promised God that you'd raise your children Catholic and you're not. That church your going to isn't Catholic and it's the only way to heaven. Now that the Pope might be getting rid of Purgatory...you need to get those kids fixed. (I do go to a Catholic Church..but there are no cadles and my mom doesn't get it...)
Me...Really...
Mom...You promised and you need to fix this.
Me...Well is that why you're so fucked up...because you Converted to being Jewish (and back again) and married Dad...and now have two catholic daughters and one jewish daughter (one sister decided she wants to be jewish.) .....Hmmmm???
Mom...Ok I'm saying a Novena...my prayers are always answered. You need to go to confession.
Me....What are you on?
Mom...Promise me in 30 days you'll have them in all the right classes.
Me...Hellllooooo...the kids are fine...happy...healthy...and all things being said, they'll go to heaven, but I'm not God.
Mom...I'm right just admit it? I'm always right...
Me...Anything else? You have 2 minutes....
Mom...Now that everyone is out of the house did you know that Daddy can walk around in a towel or naked any time he wants tooo?????
And that my friends is my life. My mom is a kook...I'm fucked up (but know i'm not).....and the thought of my parents walking around naked just because....YUCK!!!!! All of that was before my coffee......
And how was your day?
xoxo
C
Now, that being said, most of my illuminating conversations with my mom happen before 7AM (my time...5AM Long Beach time.) She tries her hardest to remember the no calling before 7AM rule. That took years to be fully enforced. If it's a weekend I usually get a reprieve until 8.
Let me give you a little back brief (my term for in a nutshell.) My oldest has had so many kidney surgeries and continually has issues because of infections. My middle princess and I both just got over pnemonia...The boy is just the boy...and now I'm faced another move and self reflection. Those growths on my ovary were not cysts they were solid. All of that hit right after the new year. Soooooo...yes a handful.
Recovering and on day 3 of the Zithromax, my mom called and informed me why my life is so FUCKED up....Yes...."Fucked UP." She is a younger mom and i'm the oldest. She's nuts.
Me..Wow 6:59...you're getting better.
Mom...Christie, I know why you're life is so fucked up.
Me...Well...hi mom. I didn't realize I was so fucked up. Thank God I have coffee dripping.
Mom..Well that's the reason your fucking up your life.
Me...Hmmmm....coffee?
Mom...When you got married you promised God that you'd raise your children Catholic and you're not. That church your going to isn't Catholic and it's the only way to heaven. Now that the Pope might be getting rid of Purgatory...you need to get those kids fixed. (I do go to a Catholic Church..but there are no cadles and my mom doesn't get it...)
Me...Really...
Mom...You promised and you need to fix this.
Me...Well is that why you're so fucked up...because you Converted to being Jewish (and back again) and married Dad...and now have two catholic daughters and one jewish daughter (one sister decided she wants to be jewish.) .....Hmmmm???
Mom...Ok I'm saying a Novena...my prayers are always answered. You need to go to confession.
Me....What are you on?
Mom...Promise me in 30 days you'll have them in all the right classes.
Me...Hellllooooo...the kids are fine...happy...healthy...and all things being said, they'll go to heaven, but I'm not God.
Mom...I'm right just admit it? I'm always right...
Me...Anything else? You have 2 minutes....
Mom...Now that everyone is out of the house did you know that Daddy can walk around in a towel or naked any time he wants tooo?????
And that my friends is my life. My mom is a kook...I'm fucked up (but know i'm not).....and the thought of my parents walking around naked just because....YUCK!!!!! All of that was before my coffee......
And how was your day?
xoxo
C
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