Friday Jan 30th

Well, another week has come and gone. Seems like so much has happened and have been so busy. At least during this past week, I have found THE Margi Gras dress, it was the third one I bought and is the perfect one! I guess the saying, Third Time is a Charm is correct, at least in this situation. The other two dresses I bought unfortunately cannot be returned but Im sure I can find somewhere to wear them. (I will do my best!)
Also this week, we have started replacing the floor in the dining room. Chad tore the carpet up last night and has half of the new flooring laid. I was not home to take before and after photos but will definately do that when he starts the living room/hallway. It looks like its not going to be difficult at all, so Im really excited about the new look its going to give. Maybe I will actually like this house for a little longer. If only I could add a whole new wing to it and a pool, I would Love it!
This week also kicked off the beginning of Baseball season. I am getting really excited about Baseball for both the boys. They will both start lessons with a popular local baseball trainer next Friday and we are thrilled about that too. Jordan really seems to LOVE baseball more than any other sport so we are going to do our best to help him excel. If it means, me taking a second job to afford a professional trainer, so be it! Hey, one day he may be the next Derek Jeter and can take care of Mommy! Who knows!
And Last but definately not LEAST, Deer Season ends Sat! YIPPIE!!!!! Finally, my man will be home with me on the weekends and just maybe we can spend some quality time together. I have missed him so much, that I am just beside myself that its finally coming to a close. However, what IF he is home on weekends and gets in My way? I have gotten used to him being gone, and being able to do whatever, whenever.... hmmmmm??? We may have to push golfing or something at least for a few hours... after all, we do have 3 freakin' sets of golf clubs!

Anyways, I hope you all have a wonderful weekend, and check out the post next week for some before and after photos of the house!!!

Until next time.....

Feel Happy Every Day by Living in the Moment

I found this today on the internet and thought was interesting...Im going to try and take the advice, thought you might enjoy it also!

The past is history.
The future is a mystery.
The only time we really have is now - just this moment.

ACTIVITIES TO PRACTICE LIVING IN THE MOMENT
Living in the moment takes practice because you are used to being distracted. Make a special effort to consciously practice being totally immersed in what you are doing for some time every day. Here are some ideas to get you started.
TAKE A BUBBLE BATH Play some soft music. Relax and feel the warmth of the water. Just think of how you are enjoying the moment.
DRIVE A DIFFERENT ROUTE TO WORK Get off the highway, and take the city streets to work. As you drive, notice the trees and houses as you pass through different neighborhoods. Going a different way will also help you concentrate on your surroundings.
EAT A GOURMET MEAL AT A FANCY RESTAURANT Set aside money for your special dinner so that you won't feel guilty about spending the money. You will experience living in the moment as you enjoy the total experience of the atmosphere, the service, the people you are with, and the delicious food.
PLAY A SPORT SUCH AS TENNIS You have to concentrate and be aware of everything that is happening at the moment. There isn't time to lament over the last shot because another one is coming right back at you.
DANCE TO YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC You will become immersed in the music as your body moves to it, and you will begin to feel vibrant and alive.
PLAY CARD GAMES When you play games such as bridge or poker, you have to concentrate or you risk losing the game.
ENJOY A CREATIVE HOBBY Painting, woodwork, or crafts will absorb all your attention as you focus on your creation.
TAKE A VACATION Vacations are rejuvenating and energizing because you are physically away from the day-to-day cares of living and totally immersed in sight seeing or other vacation activities.
LOOK AT THE FUNNY SIDE OF LIFE Notice how people who are always preoccupied with worry, resentment or other things don't usually have a sense of humor. Having a sense of humor requires living in the moment because you have to look all around for the funny things that are happening.
KEEP A JOURNAL At the end of each day, write about the moments when you were totally present. Every week review your journal. Doing this, will encourage you to concentrate on what you are doing. Eventually, living in the moment will become a habit that will add happiness, enthusiasm, and vitality to your days.

Good Things Coming

A friend of mine sent this to me today, and I would like to share with everyone who reads my blog. I think this is a very inspirational message and I would hope you all follow the advice.

“Faith is being sure of what we hope and certain of what we do not see”. (Hebrews 11:1).

It’s Important That You program your mind for success. If you dwell on positive thoughts, your life will move in that direction; if you continually think negative thoughts, you will live a negative life. If you expect defeat, failure, or mediocrity, your subconscious mind will make sure that you lose, fail, or sabotage every attempt to push above average.

You must think positive thoughts of victory, of abundance, of favor, of hope. Each day, you must choose to live with an attitude that expects good things to happen to you. Start your day with faith and set your mind in the right direction, then go out expecting the favor of God. Expect to excel in your career and rise above life’s challenges. Believe God for a great future. You have good things coming!

TGIF!!

Thank Goodness Its Friday! I've been looking forward to this day for a while. Im having a horrible hair week.. Im desperately due for highlights and cut. I wish I would have been more prepared I would have posted some before and after photos. Im thinking about getting it all cut off. I wish I had enough nerve!
Anyways, tonight is the GNO with some friends of mine. I cannot wait. The plans are for us to go out to eat Mexican and then go to see the movie, Bride Wars. Im looking forward to a relaxing night with the girls. Its long overdue.
Chad and Jordan will be leaving tonight to go to the hunting club. Im crossing my fingers my little man gets a deer. He has not taken one yet this year and is so anxious as there is only two weeks left in the deer season. He has had plenty of opportunity but has been holding out for a buck. I just hope its been worth the wait! Im pulling for you Jordan!
Gavin will go to a friends tonight and tomorrow he and I will spend the day together. Im thinking if its pretty taking him to down to Gulf Shores to the Track to ride the go carts. Its been a long time since we have done that and I know he would enjoy it. It will be a fun day, just the Beaver and I. I cant wait to spend some quality time with my buddy.
As for Sunday, Im hoping to start pulling up carpet in dining room. I want to have started so that Chad cant find an excuse to wait. You all know me, I want it done now, if not yesterday. Im not patient and the more I can do to get started, I will do it!
Now, if I can just get my neighbor down the street to put those paper bag floors in the boys room for me, I will be getting somewhere.. Im going to start on her next week about it!!
Im excited.. I will be posting pics of our progress...
I hope everyone has a happy, fun, and safe weekend!

Cant wait for the weekend!

Well, Thank goodness its Thursday. Its been a long week even though I was off work on Monday. Its going to be nice to have a GNO tomorrow night with some of my best buds; Renee, Jewels & Debbie.
Any who, Chad will be gone for another weekend to the HUNTING CLUB, with Jordan of course. I swear those two, eat, sleep and breath HUNTING!
If Chad gets another deer, I will have to invest in a deep freeze. We have a freezer full now!

Also, Im excited about the new project we are about to start at the house. We are going to replace all the carpet in the dining, living and hallway with hardwood floors. Chad is going to do it himself, so lets PRAY our marriage survives this little do-it-yourself project. I know from experience these type projects can cause many many fights and arguments! I plan on staying out of his way and not saying A WORD! I tend to become supervisor when these things go on, but not this time! I will be sure and post before and after pictures. I cant wait to get started. We just ordered today and should have wood in next week. YEAH!!!

Well, going home for the night, to see my precious boys... hope they didnt wreck the house too bad this afternoon after school....

Later!

HI EVERYONE!

Just wanted to see if I enjoyed blogging! Here goes!
Well, since Im new to this, I will try and start this for our family that lives out of town. Its going to be fun! I can already tell. I love this kind of stuff.

Well, nothing major is going on in the life of Jordan and Gavin right now. Jordan is doing well in school, making good grades and seems to be very organized. Says he is going to take all advanced classes in HS, so we will see. Gavin on the other hand is the social butterfly of the two. He is more concerned about having a good time than grades right now. Its gotten him in a little bit of trouble as his daddy has grounded him for a week. So, its going to be HELL on me keeping him in the house.

Both the boys are very active in sports and extra curricular activities. Which means Dad and I get wrapped up in them too! Again for another year, Chad and I are serving a position on the Daphne Dixie youth baseball board as the Publicity and Sponsorship chair. Its going good so far, everything is right on track. We start registration next Tues - and will be 4 nights during the next two weeks.

As most of you know, My hubby is a BIG hunter!! Well, I will be soooo glad when that slows down and baseball starts! I have missed him being home on the weekends and am ready to have some normallcy back in our lives.

Im going to try and figure out this blog so that I can post new pictures for the family out of town and they can keep up with us. It seems to be too hard to make phone calls these days.. With us being so busy and all!