Remember Me Blog???

Hello....it has been awhile....things have been busy busy! Christmas is over....whew....it's a lot of work, but so worth it to see family and spend time with them. My Dad took this picture of his grandchildren (and granddogs) on Christmas Eve. This is what Christmas is all about!

Stolen Post

I got this from a friend's blog...thought I'd try it.

Just highlight everything that you have done.
1. Started my own blog
2. Slept under the stars
3. Played in a band
4. Visited Hawaii
5. Watched a meteor shower
6. Given more than I can afford to charity
7. Been to Disneyland/world
8. Climbed a mountain
9. Held a praying mantis
10. Sung a solo at a try-out
11. Bungee jumped
12. Visited Paris
13. Watched lightening at sea
14. Taught myself an art from scratch
15. Adopted a child
16. Had food poisoning
17. Walked to the top of the Statue of Liberty
18. Grown my own vegetables
19. Seen the Mona Lisa in France
20. Slept on an overnight train
21. Had a pillow fight
22. Hitchhiked
23. Taken a sick day when you’re not ill
24. Built a snow fort
25. Held a lamb
26. Gone skinny dipping
27. Run a Marathon
28. Ridden in a gondola in Venice
29. Seen a total eclipse
30. Watched a sunrise or sunset
31. Hit a home run
32. Been on a cruise
33. Seen Niagara Falls in person
34. Visited the birthplace of my ancestors
35. Seen an Amish community
36. Taught myself a new language
37. Had enough money to be truly satisfied
38. Seen the Leaning Tower of Pisa in person
39. Gone rock climbing
40. Seen Michelangelo’s David
41. Sung karaoke
42. Seen Old Faithful geyser erupt
43. Bought a stranger a meal at a restaurant
44. Visited Africa
45. Walked on a beach by moonlight
46. Been transported in an ambulance
47. Had my portrait painted
48. Gone deep sea fishing
49. Seen the Sistine Chapel in person
50. Been to the top of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
51. Gone scuba diving or snorkeling
52. Kissed in the rain
53. Played in the mud
54. Gone to a drive-in theater
55. Been in a movie
56. Visited the Great Wall of China
57. Started a business
58. Taken a martial arts class
59. Visited Russia
60. Served at a soup kitchen
61. Sold Girl Scout Cookies
62. Gone whale watching
63. Got flowers for no reason
64. Donated blood, platelets or plasma
65. Gone sky diving
66. Visited a Nazi Concentration Camp
67. Bounced a check
68. Flown in a helicopter
69. Saved a favorite childhood toy
70. Visited the Lincoln Memorial
71. Eaten Caviar
72. Pieced a quilt
73. Stood in Times Square
74. Toured the Everglades
75. Been fired from a job
76. Seen the Changing of the Guards in London
77. Broken a bone
78. Been on a speeding motorcycle
79. Seen the Grand Canyon in person
80. Published a book
81. Visited the Vatican
82. Bought a brand new car
83. Walked in Jerusalem
84. Had my picture in the newspaper
85. Read the entire Bible
86. Visited the White House
87. Killed and prepared an animal for eating
88. Had chickenpox
89. Saved someone’s life
90. Sat on a jury
91. Met someone famous - Goober from Gomer Pyle!!
92. Joined a book club
93. Lost a loved one
94. Had a baby
95. Seen the Alamo in person
96. Swam in the Great Salt Lake
97. Been involved in a law suit
98. Owned a cell phone
99. Been stung by a bee
100. Rode an elephant

48%

WOO HOO!!!

HOW BOUT THEM BUCKEYES!!!

UGH

I am so full! We had a carry in today at school. Tons and tons of food! I waddled walked out of the lunch room ready to NEVER eat again. I told our principal I was going to sleep the afternoon away. Guess what? IT DIDN'T HAPPEN.

Ya know, when you have almost 280 kids in a building, stuff happens. I was crazy busy all afternoon. Thank goodness there was a volunteer bugging helping me....thanks T.

Then I get home, and of course EVERYONE is hungry....well not me, but of course I just HAD to eat anyway.....oh man......UGH! I'm never eating again...unless of course....ice cream may call my name later.

Remember??

After reading a friend's post about the 1980's fashion, I decided to look up stuff about the 80's. I LOVED THE 80'S!!








Baby On Board Signs
The little yellow sign that looked like a yellow warning sign.

Boom Boxes
The "ghetto blaster." The portable radio, with two speakers as a minimum, the heavier and the bigger, the better

Rubik Cube
The toy that was a real pain in the butt to solve, unless you peeled the stickers or pulled it apart.

Skateboarding
Skateboarding really hit a peek in popularity during the 80s, it seemed like everyone was doing it at one point.

Trivial Pursuit
The game that made people start memorizing useless crap in order to win. Probably one of the biggest crazes when it came out though.

Video Arcades
There are arcades now, but during the 80s, they were the *in* place to hangout.

Wrestling
Although it has made a comeback in recent years, nothing even compares with the classic years of the WWF, and the NWA.

Break Dancing
Remember the parachute pants and cardboard boxes we danced on.

Cabbage Patch Dolls

Roller Skating


gnarly - Very good. Not commonly used today. She is gnarly!

grody - really, really gross. Sometimes used with: Grody to the max! Max being a degree of grossness.

BRRRR

I'M COLD!!! How long till Spring?

Homeless Kitty

A few weeks ago, this guy started hanging around outside the house. He is BIG! At first kind of scary, cause he's a bit wild. Tom felt sorry for him and fed him. He hasn't left since. So with the weather getting cold, Tom made him a kitty condo right by the dryer vent. So he has a warm and good smelling home.

In the past couple of weeks, he's really gotten attached to us. Just tonight, he let Tom pick him up and hold him.

He's so big we named him Goliath. We hate to see anything happen to him this winter, but we just can't bring him in. He wouldn't like the other cats we have.

Does anyone know of a good home (inside) for Goliath? He's such a sweet, good and loving cat. He sits on our laps all the time and loves to be petted.

KIDS

I'm in the office this morning, when this boy...we'll call him Caleb.....comes in. He's doing the pledge. I asked him if he went trick or treating....he nodded. I asked him if he had fun....he nodded. I asked him if he had a lot of candy, and he grinned real huge and said YEAH!


Did you share your candy with your Mom, I asked?

His answer? NO.....I locked it up, and I locked the key in the safe!

Smart kid....I know his Mom

Anyone have an idea who this "Caleb" could be?

Prediction

I work in a school so....

1. The kids will be HYPER (too much candy)

2. The kids will be SICK (it was freezing last night)

Which one do you think?

Busy Busy Day!

Where has today gone????? Yesterday (Saturday) I woke up with a pounding headache. Great....just great! My day off and I feel like crap! I got up, and my sweet hubby had a latte and muffin from McDonald's waiting for me. As I sipped the coffee, he rubbed my neck. That helped some.

Then we were off to the mall. That really helped the headache!

After the mall, we vegged until the Buckeyes came on. By the end of the game, the headache was back....the Bucks lost....boo hoo!!

But today....I felt great, had a ton of energy. So much energy that I (drumroll........) SHAMPOOED THE CARPETS! Yes folks, that means I not only swept, but got out the carpet cleaner. Then proceeded to move furniture around.

Then Hannah and I made cookies, carved pumpkins, made toasted pumpkin seeds (yummy), then we had supper.

Now it's after 7 and I'm wondering.....why did the day go so fast???

And how was your weekend????

Hello? It's Me Again

So I come home today.....no Butch. I start investigating and find the screen has fallen out of a window. I look out - and there's Butch meowing hello? How long do you think he was out there today? What's the first thing he does when we get him back in??? HEAD TO THE LITTER BOX. I guess indoor cats don't like outdoor potties....kinda like humans huh?

Can Anyone Hear Me?

I was checking my email this morning, with Sunny on my lap, wondering where Butch was. In the middle of reading an email, Tyler says....Mom I hear Butch outside the window. He was OUTSIDE! I have no idea how that happened, but I guess the jungle kitty decided he liked being in more than out! I hope he had fun out there.

Now I can't find him AGAIN. He's either.....vegging in our bed, eating, or maybe...going potty? Nothing feels as good as that litter box I guess 8-)

Been Awhile

I know I know......I'm not blogging. I just don't seem to have the energy these days. It's ending soon though. We have a playoff game this Sunday. It could be our last game, then things will slow down.

Things have been hectic at school too! Just a couple days ago, I was laughing so hard I was crying! These 2 moms...they know who they are.....had me in tears!

Then today there were tears for a different reason. But everything ended up well.

Ya never know what each day will bring do ya?

Groundbreaking!

It's official....we have officially broken ground for the new school. Today all students and staff went out to the site with their hard hats and plastic shovels. They each got a bottle of dirt to take with them too! Here's Hannah enjoying all the festivities.

Can Someone Tell me Why?

Could somebody please tell me why this little guy


is so OBSESSED with 1) toilets flushing - no one goes potty alone in this house, and Sunny makes sure it flushes ok

and 2) putting fresh sheets on beds? It takes twice as long to put them on, and you have a strange "lump" in the middle of the bed when you are done. That "lump" makes little meowing sounds!

Funny Friday Pic

I was browsing the internet, and I found the cutest picture! What do you think?


After the long week I've had, this picture made me laugh.

You Go Girl

Hannah's halftime dance. Isn't she cute??? (you better say yes) 8-)

Football!!

We had a football filled weekend. Logan played in Wapak Saturday. (they tied) He started out as a running back, but was made quarter back later in the game. Guess what? HE THREW A TOUCHDOWN PASS! Yes, we may have a future Peyton Manning in our house!! Sunday the big kids played St. Marys. It wasn't a pretty game, but the kids played hard. It was also Hannah's first cheering experience.


After cheering her heart out in the sun and beautiful blue and white sky, we came home and she did this...

Best Buds

Tyler and Duey have really bonded. Tyler is the only one who can get Duey barking and growling in play. He's usually the quietest animal! When we hear him barking, we know he's in the room with Tyler. By the way...we found out not only is Duey part beagle.....but part GREAT DANE! Hope we have room here. Better get a bigger cage.

Sigh

I went to my blog this morning and right away saw my latest post. Hannah was so tiny! Then I scroll down and see her now. Where does time go? I can no longer lift her up. She has to jump up so I can hold her for a few seconds, but she doesn't like being held....thinks she's too old I guess.

I'm having a hard time right now. I guess a lot of it is seeing Hannah upstairs at school with me, out at Safety Patrol, doing 4th grade homework. I had to see Logan leave and go the Middle School this year. It seems once they leave the Elementary, it goes so fast. Tyler is already a Sophomore. Where did time go?

I remember being overwhelmed a few years ago. My little ones are only 17 months apart, so I was very busy. Then my personal life took a 180 degree turn, and I was a single Mom with a 2, 3 and 9 year old. It was so hard, but I wish I had those years back sometimes.

When Tom met Hannah he said she had chicklet teeth. They were so small. I miss those chicklet teeth! It meant she was little! We are so close, and she will still sit on my lap....only if no one is around.

What am I going to do when they graduate? I guess I can't worry about that right now. I must enjoy them NOW.

OK My Turn

After seeing some old pics of other bloggers kids, I decided to add one of my own. Here's my little "Princess" a few years ago. Wasn't she adorable? Well...she still is!!

So Sweet

Logan had a rough week last week. He really didn't feel well all week, and Thursday the school called me to pick him up. He had to miss his scrimmage. After I brought Hannah home from the scrimmage, and we all settled down for the evening, I looked outside and this is what I saw.




Logan was catching up on homework, and Hannah was reading. Isn't that the sweetest sight? They really do get along great!!

The night before, we had team pictures. A friend of mine took this for me. I just love it! Thanks T

TGIF!

Enough said!

Can you believe it??

I've been back to work for 2 weeks now, and tomorrow is the big day. I can't believe school is starting tomorrow! It's been a very hectic and frustrating 2 weeks. We've had a lot of new things thrown at us along with some confusing situations.

I work with such great people though. You couldn't ask for a better group of people. They showed such understanding today that it almost brings me to tears (almost!) 8-)

Today was the worst.....I sorta lost it....lost the control and easy going attitude I usually have. One certain person (I won't name names) wasn't sure what to make of my mood. Kinda took it easy and tipped toed around me. Thanks unnamed person! You helped me get out of my funk and relax a little.

So the kids are getting their showers and picking out their clothes for tomorrow. Hannah is on Safety Patrol tomorrow. Kinda scary....my 9 year old helping kids cross. I'm sure she will do ok though.

Logan goes to the Middle School on a BUS! Has to open a combination locker and switch classes. A big change for him!

Tyler...well he's on his own. He knows what to do.....but all 3 are grumbling...summer was just too short huh?

$$$$$$

Guess what? I ended up buying a new camera!!! And it's a good one! I realized I was missing a bunch of good picture opportunities, so I got one last Friday. Here are few samples:


Our Little Duey (renamed him from Scooter)



Logan showing perfect form:



Hannah showing off her diving skills:

Oh Man!!

I think I forgot to mention - on our trip to Cincinnati...while looking in the Reds Team Shop (Hannah really thought she needed a Griffey Jr. jersey) - she got a tank top instead.....anyway while rummaging through the merchandise....which everything cost a million dollars there (am I rambling?) I DROPPED MY CAMERA! The batteries flew out, Hannah helped me in my mad scramble to put them back in and get the heck out of there with her tank top in tow.

Anyway, we walk towards the gate (in 90 degree weather sweating our butts off). I make the kids stop in front of the Great American Ballpark to take a picture of them. They are all posed and ready....sweating and grumbling. I hold the camera up and CAN'T SEE THEM THROUGH THE CAMERA! It's a black screen with a beautiful mark through it. I don't have another lense to look through so I have to take a blind picture of them. Yes the camera works, I just couldn't see what the heck I was taking.

On to the ballpark. We had great seats. Top row of the first level right behind the Reds dugout. When Griffey Jr. came out to hit, I was again blindly zooming in hoping to get that shot.

As you can see.....I DID IT!!!




This is a before shot - walking from where we parked - Logan was sooo ready to see the Reds.




Tom told me we should get a new camera but a better one. After talking to my Dad - I'm down to two options, but they are both expensive. This is so NOT the time of year to spend that kind of money.

But as you guys know, I'm done with school shopping, but still have fees to pay. Should I splurge?

The August Rush

OK.....I tell the little ones we'll get school supplies tonight. Logan is like...but I wanted to play kickball with the boys. So he decides it's ok if Mom picks them out for him! Imagine that! My 5th grader didn't care if I picked out his stuff. Think about it....I could have come home with Hannah Montana folders, High School Musical folders, pink pencils and a bright purple book bag!

But no.....good old Mom tried to think like a 5th grader. I bought bland folders and pencil case for him. Didn't want to embarrass the kid. He is so grown up already. I just can't believe it.

Now Hannah.....it took her FOREVER to figure out what crayon/pencil holder she wanted. I'm like.....I gotta get dog food lady, figure it out soon! Thank God we already have her bookbag or we'd still be there picking it out.

Then we head to the shoe department. For some dumb reason, Logan has to have gym shoes. I'm telling ya....Walmart's shoes are ugly! I decide forget it, when here comes Hannah hugging me while begging for Hannah Montana tennis shoes. OH COME ON!!! We already bought her tennis shoes for the school year. I am so Hannah Montana'd out!!!

So.....we're done, only have to get those stupid gym shoes for Logan. ARGH!!

One Thing Done

Today I took the kids to the Finish Line and got Logan school shoes, then off to Gap for jeans and t-shirts. He didn't need much, so his school clothes shopping is done!!

Of course there is still the school supplies......

Tonight we are meeting my parents for dinner. My mom is not well, and Dad has to take care of her. My Dad is in his early 70's, still pretty spry. But it is hard for him to see her decline. He called me the other day kind of down. We are going to Bob Evans....I love that place!!

Oh yea....the kids are off to their Dad's for the weekend. It's nice to get breaks now and then, but I end up missing them by Sunday. It's great for Tom and I to get alone time. We enjoy our "time off" weekends.

OK OK

Alright....I know I don't post much, a few people check and NOTHING! I just don't have anything to say. I mean if I had anything to say, I'd be on here typing it ok? When you don't have anything, you don't have anything. Nothing is nothing, nothing to say is nothing to say.

Did I say enough 8-)

I go back to work August 4. Doesn't that stink? It is so hard going back. From being laid back, sleeping in, laying at the pool all day, taking it easy to....scrambling answering questions, answering the phone, and trying to get school going. Geez I'm tired thinking of it. Plus Logan starts football and Hannah starts cheerleading the same day! Talk about a slam back to reality!!

It's been a summer of getting things done. I mean appointments and such for the kids. I still don't have school supplies bought, only have school shoes for one child, and need to buy clothes for another. AAAHHHH!! I usually have this done by now.

And how is everyone else?

Vacation

Tom and I took the kids down to Cincinnati this week. We visited the Beach Waterpark. It's getting a bit old and run down. They didn't have any of the newer slides, but the kids had fun on a few of them.

The next day we found a mall! That made Mom and Tom very happy!! The kids were impressed with how big it was. It even has an elevator (Logan). After the mall we went to Dave & Busters. Now that is a fun place! You order your meal, then buy a game card and play arcade games, eat, play more games, eat....you get the picture.....until you've used up your card. I'd love to go back.

Then the big game. The Reds played the New York Mets. It was so hot walking into the stadium (by the way, the new stadium is nice). But at least it was a night game. The Mets beat us though. I even think it was the longest regulation game in history. It took over 3 1/2 hours! Logan really likes the Reds and was very serious as he looked around and watched his favorite players. The kids had a good time there. They were impressed with the size of the field - not like it is on tv huh?

Jamboree

Our town had the Fireman's Jamboree last weekend. Hannah was in the parade representing the Cridersville Rams Cheerleaders. It was hot that day! But she marched with pride!



Her brothers were thrilled to be there too!



But hey at least they had fun later!

New Addition

Meet Scooter!!! For awhile, my daughter has been begging for another puppy. Then my older son started in. I know you are going WHAT???? We were done with dogs, or so we said...but cats just aren't the same as dogs. I love my kitties, but face it.....they aren't dogs. I ran into someone I know at the pool the other day. She asked me if I wanted a beagle puppy. It is a mutt - the perfect opportunity. My husband always says mutts are the best dogs, and he loves beagles.

This little guy and his sister were found in a garbage can in Lima, and my friend rescued them. Can you believe someone would do that? The poor things didn't have a chance till she came along. Isn't he cute?????





Now for the cats.....Butch is curious. Wants to play but bolts when Scooter pounches after him. As for Sunny......well the picture says it all.

Kids!!!

OK....this is embarrasing.....we had my son's ball team over for an end of season cookout. Now...keep in mind....these are 8-10 year olds. They were outside running around like little crazies, when my older son (15 1/2) decides to play along. He puts on this obnoxious helmet and runs around right with them. Isn't he purty???

We Made It

After much thought and packing - we headed up to Cedar Point Sunday. We stayed at the Hotel Breakers, right behind the park. It's right on the beach of Lake Erie....oh my what a beautiful lake that is....NOT!! We got up there around 3 p.m., walked around for awhile - then the first downpour hit. So we decide to eat - they have a TGIF's right there for all us hungry people.

We debated about going to the park - but didn't think it was worth $50 for 3 hours! Isn't that crazy! We did get in an hour early the next day since we stayed at the resort.

We were coaster crazies!! But ya know what? Coasters hurt! Stay away from the wood ones.....far far away! My tailbone hurts! I didn't notice this stuff when I was a kid...did you?

Then came the rain......AGAIN. But it just drizzled off an on. I was fine with my hooded sweatshirt, but poor Tom....his head and glasses kept getting wet. Should have worn a hoodie fella! The crowd was nill cause if it though. We about walked on all the rides.

On day 2 of the park, the sun was out all force. So were the crowds. We were laughing at the idiots RUNNING to get back to the best coasters. What....do they think the wait time will jump 2 hours if they walk? I had to hold myself back from sticking out a foot - trip them up a little.

It was so fun there! I've always loved CP. My body just doesn't like it to much anymore.

Hey at least I got to give Snoopy a nighty night hug the first night. He was so cute in his night shirt in the hotel lobby.

PARTY ON!!!

After lots of PLEASE MOM, I caved and planned a birthday party for Hannah at Sweet and Sassy's. She invited 6 of her friends, we made the looooong trip to Dayton, listening to such great music! For them of course.....lots of Hannah Montana, High School Musical, girly girl music! We had a great time though. You can tell by the faces, especially Hannah! It's so fun to go down there!! They were walking the Red Carpet at the Oscars.

I'd really advise anyone with a girl age 5-11 to do this. It's a great experience!!

Aaawwww

Tom's son Nate got married this weekend. Hannah and Tom were celebrating afterwards. Don't they look sweet????

Cedar Point

Tom and I are headed up to CP in a couple of weeks. Both of us love roller coasters!!! The Milleneum Force is awesome!! Anyone ever ridden that? You have to!!

LAST DAY!

Logan's last day at Cridersville Elementary was last Wednesday. He happed to be on Safety Patrol with another 4th grader and some other guy 8-) That's actually our principal wishing them good luck! I am going to miss Logan so much, he's off to the Middle School. Thanks for pic Tammy!

Tumbler Girl

Hannah is in tumbling. She loves it. The other night they had an open night where parents, grandparents, etc., could come in and watch a practice. They also did a routine showing off her skills. Here she is warming up. She looks like she's having so much fun!!

Play Ball!!

Well we've been busy with the baseball thing. Logan is playing his last year of Pee Wee. Their record is 2-2 so far. It's really fun going to the games this year. Not the boring, waiting on kids to chase after the ball - like in year's past. Our team is doing great! Here's my little player waiting to run home!!

This Dog is Incredible!!!

My Dad sent this to me. We used to have a beautiful red golden, but gave it away. Goldens need lots of attention, and unfortunately, we didn't have the time to devote to her. Check out this video.....it's amazing!!

http://www.koreus.com/video/chien-danseur.html

Who is Your Favorite?

When I was little, I waited anxiously for every March to roll around. That meant the Wizard of Oz would be on tv!!! I love this movie! Bet I've seen it over 75 times. I can even now watch it on DVD and tell you when all the commercial breaks are 8-)

Which one of these characters were your favorite? Mine is probably the Lion. He was the most pathetic character wasn't he? Did any parts of the movie scare you when you were little? The witch did for awhile, but I got over it. Probably cause I watched it so much. Even these days, when my husband is flipping channels and sees Oz is on...he'll do either of 2 things.

1. Skip to the next channel as fast as he can....or

2. Stop, look me with this look on his face (do we really have to watch this?)

I usually cave and say naaa, I've seen it a million times. Then I sneak off to another tv and watch it!!!!

So anyway....who is your favorite?

HURRY UP SPRING!

Geez....I thought Logan was better - then he developed bronchitis and missed 2 more days of school! Then Hannah got the tummy fly and missed 2 days too! Hopefully it's over now, but never say never!!!

Long Time

I haven't posted in awhile. I guess not much is going on. Just getting through the winter months with this crazy weather. We've been healthy...except for poor Logan. He is just now recovering from nearly a week long flu. Poor kid....he is such a trooper though. Hope all you and your families are healthy and safe!!!

Awwww man

Well the Bucks lost last night. Not for lack of trying though. LSU was just the better team. Congratulations Tigers. I'm proud of my Buckeyes though. Two years in a row at the National Championship. That is quite an accomplishment!!

GO BUCKS!!

OK....here we go. The big game against LSU is tonight. All the kids are school are in their Buckeye gear in anticipation of the game. We'll all be tired tomorrow. The game doesn't start till after 8 tonight. Oh well.......all in support of our BUCKEYES! I have 2 Buckeye cookies sitting on my desk. Anyone hungry???