Friday, April 30, 2010
Shoes!
I was going thru the photos on my computer the other day and happened to notice several different shots of various shoes: snowshoes, clogs, cleats, workboots, etc. so I thought it would be fun to make a collage of shoes. Some were copied as is and some were cropped out of larger photos, so the quality isn't very good. What disappointed me is that I couldn't find any pics of dd's toe shoes or tap shoes.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
And here are yesterday and today's photos-of-the-day
From yesterday--dd, just because she thought she looked so cute. (of course, I do agree!)
And today's pic--the dog, just because she's so darn cute too (well that and I just needed a pic at 11:45pm!)
wow--2 posts in one day!
So I haven't been taking many photos lately, nor blogging, so I thought I might give the photo-a-day-thing another try. I did take some over the weekend, so we'll start from there.
The guys threw some horseshoes in the new pit.
The dog watched.
Then everyone sat around tolerating me & the camera.
Sunday we went to a bbq at ds's house. He had just gotten his own grill--look how proud he is! lol He was very excited to cook for us. He did a fine job grilling those dogs & burgers.
The guys threw some horseshoes in the new pit.
The dog watched.
Then everyone sat around tolerating me & the camera.It was a fun day. I love that even though ds is grown and living on his own with his gf, they still want to hang out with us. They frequently stop by the house or invite us to their place. It's so nice!
Bucket List
A friend on a message board posted about her bucket list, so I thought it would be a good idea to start one.
1. trip to Alaska
2. find a teaching job/save some money for retirement
3. have grandchildren (ok, I kind of have no control over this one)
4. get back into shape
5. get a tattoo
6. week-long vacation in Wellfleet
7. pay off all debt
ps--that Insanity program is happily on it's way back to the company. I have to admit that it didn't work out. While I love Sean T, was too much on my creaky old knees. But I am happy to say that I have re-joined Jazzercise, so I'm doing that 3x a week, zumba once a week, and lifting weights twice a week. Feeling the results already!
1. trip to Alaska
2. find a teaching job/save some money for retirement
3. have grandchildren (ok, I kind of have no control over this one)
4. get back into shape
5. get a tattoo
6. week-long vacation in Wellfleet
7. pay off all debt
ps--that Insanity program is happily on it's way back to the company. I have to admit that it didn't work out. While I love Sean T, was too much on my creaky old knees. But I am happy to say that I have re-joined Jazzercise, so I'm doing that 3x a week, zumba once a week, and lifting weights twice a week. Feeling the results already!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
Insanity 60-Day Workout Program: Day 1
Yeah...it's insane alright. I did the Fit Test today. You follow Sean T on the dvd, do these exercises, as many reps as you can in a minute, and record it so that later on you can re-do the test and see your improvement. Well, almost anything will be an improvement over my numbers! I may not complete the program in 60 days, but I'll do my best to complete it before I'm 60!
Sunday, March 21, 2010
Wow--over 3 months!
Boy have I been absent! A lot to catch up on and a lot going on in my life right now.
First, I finally finished all my coursework, completed my student teaching, and graduated from college! I now have a BA in Elementary Education and am officially certified by the State to teach K-8. Now the big job search begins. It's a tough job market right now, with not much to choose from. I really want to stay at my current school and there may be an opening for me to apply for, but I also just saw an ad for a 3rd grade position for next year in a neighboring town which is also considered one of the best in the state, so I will be applying there as well. I need to get my resume completed and a cover letter written. I am praying that I will be a real teacher with my very own classroom and students in 6 months!
Second, my sweet daughter will be graduating in June, a year early, at only 16, just about to turn 17. She's had enough of high school and I can't say that I blame her. Morale is very low among both students and staff, and since she is pretty secure in what she wants to do I couldn't see refusing her and making her stay another year, as much as I will miss having her at home. We did limit which colleges she applied to so that she would be at a small campus and one not far from home. And voila--she's been accepted to the school I have had in mind for her all along! She's even going to be rooming with a good friend of hers, whose family we know, so we are happy all around. It's a good two year school with a great Criminal Justice program, and if she wants to finish a 4 year degree she'll be automatically accepted into a very good program at a MA university.
And finally, my baby boy got engaged to his girlfriend today. He was very romantic about it. Bought a gorgeous diamond ring, brought her over to his grandma's cottage and onto the dock, and got down on one knee to propose. They're so perfect for each other. We love her and are very happy about it. They're thinking about a summer '11 wedding.
Life is sure changing quickly for our family!
The happy couple
First, I finally finished all my coursework, completed my student teaching, and graduated from college! I now have a BA in Elementary Education and am officially certified by the State to teach K-8. Now the big job search begins. It's a tough job market right now, with not much to choose from. I really want to stay at my current school and there may be an opening for me to apply for, but I also just saw an ad for a 3rd grade position for next year in a neighboring town which is also considered one of the best in the state, so I will be applying there as well. I need to get my resume completed and a cover letter written. I am praying that I will be a real teacher with my very own classroom and students in 6 months!
Second, my sweet daughter will be graduating in June, a year early, at only 16, just about to turn 17. She's had enough of high school and I can't say that I blame her. Morale is very low among both students and staff, and since she is pretty secure in what she wants to do I couldn't see refusing her and making her stay another year, as much as I will miss having her at home. We did limit which colleges she applied to so that she would be at a small campus and one not far from home. And voila--she's been accepted to the school I have had in mind for her all along! She's even going to be rooming with a good friend of hers, whose family we know, so we are happy all around. It's a good two year school with a great Criminal Justice program, and if she wants to finish a 4 year degree she'll be automatically accepted into a very good program at a MA university.
And finally, my baby boy got engaged to his girlfriend today. He was very romantic about it. Bought a gorgeous diamond ring, brought her over to his grandma's cottage and onto the dock, and got down on one knee to propose. They're so perfect for each other. We love her and are very happy about it. They're thinking about a summer '11 wedding.
Life is sure changing quickly for our family!
The happy couple
Saturday, December 5, 2009
another borrowed post topic
I just saw this on Cheri's blog & figured I'd borrow it.
What are your middle names?
His is Michael. I'd tell you mine, but then I'd have to kill you.
How long have you been together?
Since August 1, 1983
How long did you know each other before you started dating?
A couple of hours.
Who asked whom out?
He did, after we had spent the whole night sitting on a dock at the lake talking.
How old are each of you?
45--I'm two months older.
Whose siblings do you see the most?
His during the summer.
Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple?
Oh where to begin...
Did you go to the same school?
We graduated high school together but had never met. Ironically, we met 100 miles away, out of state, where we now live.
Are you from the same home town?
Yes.
Who is smarter?
Depends on the topic. I'm more 'book smart' while he's more everyday smart.
Who is the most sensitive?
Definitely him.
Where do you eat out most as a couple?
We hardly eat out, but we both like T-Bones.
Where is the furthest you two have traveled together as a couple?
Bermuda, or is it Milwaukee? I dunno which is further.
Who has the craziest exes?
Neither one of us has crazy ex's. (dunno which is correct: exes or ex's)
Who has the worst temper?
Both of us can have bad tempers--I can control mine a little better.
Who does the cooking?
Me--all of the cooking actually.
Who is the neat-freak?
I wish one of us was a neat freak!
Who is more stubborn?
I'm Irish. There ya go.
Who hogs the bed?
Him, although we finally just got a queen-size after 23 years on a full, so it's much improved!
Who gets up earlier?
Him. I hate mornings.
Where was your first date?
Friendly's ice cream.
Who is more jealous?
Me.
How long did it take to get serious?
A week or two.
Who eats more?
Definitely him.
Who does the laundry?
He doesn't even know where the washer is.
Who's better with the computer?
He doesn't even use a computer except when he's forced to at work.
Who drives when you are together?
I drive there, he drives home.
What are your middle names?
His is Michael. I'd tell you mine, but then I'd have to kill you.
How long have you been together?
Since August 1, 1983
How long did you know each other before you started dating?
A couple of hours.
Who asked whom out?
He did, after we had spent the whole night sitting on a dock at the lake talking.
How old are each of you?
45--I'm two months older.
Whose siblings do you see the most?
His during the summer.
Which situation is the hardest on you as a couple?
Oh where to begin...
Did you go to the same school?
We graduated high school together but had never met. Ironically, we met 100 miles away, out of state, where we now live.
Are you from the same home town?
Yes.
Who is smarter?
Depends on the topic. I'm more 'book smart' while he's more everyday smart.
Who is the most sensitive?
Definitely him.
Where do you eat out most as a couple?
We hardly eat out, but we both like T-Bones.
Where is the furthest you two have traveled together as a couple?
Bermuda, or is it Milwaukee? I dunno which is further.
Who has the craziest exes?
Neither one of us has crazy ex's. (dunno which is correct: exes or ex's)
Who has the worst temper?
Both of us can have bad tempers--I can control mine a little better.
Who does the cooking?
Me--all of the cooking actually.
Who is the neat-freak?
I wish one of us was a neat freak!
Who is more stubborn?
I'm Irish. There ya go.
Who hogs the bed?
Him, although we finally just got a queen-size after 23 years on a full, so it's much improved!
Who gets up earlier?
Him. I hate mornings.
Where was your first date?
Friendly's ice cream.
Who is more jealous?
Me.
How long did it take to get serious?
A week or two.
Who eats more?
Definitely him.
Who does the laundry?
He doesn't even know where the washer is.
Who's better with the computer?
He doesn't even use a computer except when he's forced to at work.
Who drives when you are together?
I drive there, he drives home.
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