Friday, November 21, 2008

Jungle Gyms are GREAT Fun!

Several months ago Chris and Alanna asked us if we wanted their old jungle gym. Of course I thought it was a great idea. I had been wanting a swing set or something for Tenley to play on outside(keep in mind, this was when it was warmer).

Once we got it home, I couldn't bring myself to put it outside. I don't know how long they had it but it is still like brand new. They had it set up in their old house. It was in their HUGE living/dining room.

I wanted to post a few pictures showing how much the kids love their new toy.

You will notice it practically takes up most of the little bedroom!!



Proof that Tenley has a great time playing in the jungle gym. She almost never poses for the camera!!

There is fun to have, both inside and out of the jungle gym!!


They misunderstood...they thought I said to stop playing!! All I said was look at the camera!!

"Mom, this is the best toy ever! Tell Uncle Chissy & Aunt Alana, THANKS!!"

Such sweet babies! This is how they play all the time! Never a fuss or fight!! Well, at least that is how it is when I dream at night...maybe one day it will actually come true.
Until the dream comes true I will settle for the brief moments of when I can look at my children and say "Awe"

Chris and Alanna, Thank you for sharing the jungle gym with us! The kids love it!!

Thursday, November 20, 2008

An Old "Friend"

Goose's Truck!!

For those of you who don't know this truck holds A LOT of sentimental value to Goose. He bought this truck when he was a Senior in high school. It started as something for him to drive while he was waiting on his '72 Chevelle SS to be restored.

This truck holds many memories for him. High school days when he would take Keila & Bradi to lunch. Jr College days where we met. We went on our first date in this truck. The countless hours Goose and friends spent working and tinkering on it.

Little did he know that over 10 years later his Chevelle would mysteriously disappear and he would still own the truck.

Shortly before we were married it got "sick" and was put on "bed rest". Basically it was not drivable! We have always talked about getting someone to redo the wiring. So last year, "we loaded up the truck and we moved to Beverly"!! Just seeing if you were paying attention!! No really, we took the truck to Joey in Abilene. Our intention was just to have the wiring done. Well, when Joey got started we couldn't stop him. He did the wiring and so much more. So I am happy to announce that after nearly 6 years of "disability" it's back. And I might add...better than ever!!! Brakes that actually work and everything!

I have been asked several times if Goose would ever sell. I have even been told that I should "make" him sell it. My response is always the same. No! He would never sell the truck & No! I would never "ask" him to sell it. You see, Goose and I are one! So his truck is my truck. And in a way, through it, I hold a key to his past. I love him and his truck is part of him. Why would I ask him to sell a part of what makes him Goose?

Plus, I have already been taken on 2 dates since we got the truck back and I have been promised many more!!

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

8 Things about me

I was tagged by Cara...Thanks by the way!!!

Here goes...

8 TV shows I love to watch?

We don't have dish or any kind of cable...but when I get the chance these are my shows

1. Army Wives
2. Numbers
3. CSI~LasVegas...and yes it does make a difference!!
4. House
5. UFC
6. Reba
7. Heroes
8. The Office...I know... it surprised me too!

8 Favorite Restaurants:

Basically we go out of town to eat out!

1. Taco Villa
2. Olive Garden
3. Pappasitos
4. Chick-fil-a
5. Red Robins
6. Schlotzsky's
7. Rosa's
8. Cagles

Not necessarily in that order!

8 Things That Happened Today:

1. I sat through a BORING 2 hr meeting at work.
2. Sold some Mary Kay~my new business. Hopefully it will get me home with the kids sooner rather than later
3.Played a little Wii
3.Cooked Enchiladas, Spanish rice, & Sopapilla cheesecake~Sorry Rick, it was last minute, we'll have you out next time.
4.Cleaned~man is that never ending job!
6.Talked to my sisters
7. Bathed the kids
8.Put the kids to bed all 3 of them so I could blog

8 Things I Look Forward To:

1.Christmas season
2.Cold Weather
3.Family time
4.Bath time with the kids
5.Reading a good book
6.Pay raise at work~in the near future
7.Staying home with the kids~in the distant future
8.8 more kids~hehe

8 Things On My Wish List:

1.More time to quilt~a new hobby of mine
2.SUV~don't get me wrong, I am loving the gas mileage! But I miss feeling BIG on the road. Now I just feel like if I look at a driver wrong they will squash us like a bug.
3.Pedicure~I have only ever had one, but it was oh so nice!
4.A date with Goose once a month
5.Did I mention my dream home??
6.Vacation to Ireland~I have always wanted to go there
7.Pearl Necklace
8.Mandatory naps at work...preferably after lunch!!

8 People I Tag:

1. Emily
2.Jennifer
3.Jenny
4.Shauna
5.Tonni
6.Jaci
7.Randi
8.Stacy

Monday, November 10, 2008

Mr & Mrs Josiah Trowbridge



My little "HarMangela" has been married for over a month now!!! If you are wondering why this post took so long, I had over a 1,000 pictures to go through...literally!!! Her photographer took 1,060 pictures and those are just the professional ones...her friends took some as well.

When we got there on Wednesday, Angela did seem a little stressed (the normal stress that comes before a wedding) trying to get everything in order. When it can down to it though she relaxed and really enjoyed her day.

Nicki, Lori, and I stayed with Ang the night before and helped her with last minute "chores," it was a very special time. Jage was there too, but the little stink was asleep before we got there!!!

Their wedding was simple and elegant just like Ang has always wanted!!! She was BEAUTIFUL!!! It seems like it all rushed by now, but we were there for a while. After the wedding they fed us BBQ, then they cut the cake and had the toasts. The day finished off with dancing and then we sent them on their way!!!

I think it was a day that both of them will cherish for a long time!!

Congratulations you two!!!

My top 3 picture choices:
#1. Tenley holding Ang's bouquet
#2. Josiah adjusting Dad's boutonniere right before Dad presented Ang
#3. Me with my sisters

Monday, November 3, 2008

PRAY!!!

If there has ever been a time to pray it is now!!! With the election tomorrow...Pray!!! All I hear people saying are negative things.

IT ISN'T OVER!!! I believe in the power of prayer and I serve a God with who...ALL things are possible!!! I choose to believe that we CAN make a difference!!! Go VOTE tomorrow...and Pray...Pray...PRAY!!!!!!!!!!!