New scoop!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Here is the latest on Tooth Watch as of last night, 6/29!!!
Friday, June 30, 2006
Thursday, June 22, 2006
Don't blink...
You might miss something good.
Friends... this morning I hugged a friend, (some of you know who I mean), who blinked and found herself saying good-bye to her 32-year old husband. In just a swift moment, the Juniata River took him under... leaving a family struck with shock and disbelief... and beautiful children who will grow up with an emptiness in their life where he belonged. I hope they will fill it up with happiness and good memories of their dad.
Why is it that it only seems to be tragedy that makes you take a moment to look around? Some days flash by so quickly. You wake up, move about, go back to sleep again... taking for granted that the next day will find you all in the same place and in the same condition. Why is it so hard to live life to the fullest now just in case now is all there is?
The minister said something at the service today... "What if it were you that died? Are you prepared to face it?" What does that mean? Am I prepared to leave this world satisfied that I said all I wanted to say to everyone I wanted to say it to...done all the things I wanted to do? Did I spend quality time with those I love? Will my children feel that I left them a legacy? Will my husband know how much I love him? Will I know that those I have wronged in the past have forgiven me? Will I know that everyone I love with know I loved them too?
I think his point was more about believing in "God" and "Jesus". What a turmoil inside of me with that idea. I make it a point to not really discuss religion with those around me. It's too sticky. Also for me though, it's a sore spot. I come from a Catholic family. One that believe in certain traditions... yet did not attend mass regularly. My feelings are mixed. I had my first communion, and it stopped there. No one said to me, you should do this and do that... but they did give me a sense of faith... faith that there is a place for us beyond the body... a place where we will meet again, and that those that love us will be waiting and watching over us. I may not feel close to "God" or "Jesus"...but I feel close to family that I miss, and I do have faith that I will see them again. I'd hate to leave this world now, but my heart feels that someone will be waiting for me on the other side, and that I might be able to watch over the ones I love that stay behind.
I think often about what I would do should something happen to Keith or the kids... events play out in my head. Sometimes I worry that something is wrong with me for being so morbid... details down to seeing them in caskets and what they would wear, what I would say, et cetera... I'm starting to think that I'm not a sick person... I'm someone in touch with possibilities...even bad possibilities...to the degree that when I snap out of thoughts such as these, it always results in hugs and kisses and expressions of love and gratitude to those around me. It reminds me not to wait until it's too late...it reminds me to try to blink less often... don't let something precious slip by without enjoying it.
Friends....thanks for reading this mushy post. I'm a melancholy mess today. To see a friend in pain is just very difficult for me. I wish I could rewind the days back to Father's Day and pluck her husband out of harm's way so that she would be smiling today... but I can't. All I can do is say "I love you" to all of you because I really do love you.
I know it is only a few people who visit my blog, and that's just fine with me because I know who you are, and I can speak right to you...and I know that I love you all. You are important to me. You are part of what makes me who I am. Without you in my life, I would smile less. I miss you all each day, and I am glad you allow me to share a little piece of my world with you here. It's not the most amazing life I live... but it's mine that I am creating with my wonderful friends, and I am so glad you are here to share your lives with me. So...let's hope I don't miss anybody, and that you don't mind if I say your names out loud here.... but Yoko, Tracey, Cyd, Maryanne, Faith, you are my most dedicated readers who comment often and brighten my day. Thanks! Hopefully some lurkers may be Ann and Shawn...and then the friends that may not visit at all or even know I'm talking about them now are...Rick, Sarah S., Karen W., Laura (the phantom), Nolly, Joan and Rob, Kelly H., Nancy C., Kristen M., Linda L., Elena, Barbara, Darren O., I love you all!!! Okay...and I'll even go so far as to mention a few people that I have thought about often but have not seen in ages and would like to mend some fences with... those would be Jason Y., John B., Cong V., Richard L., and Terry J. Boys that are now men living their lives somewhere... long forgetting all about me... but I wish them well. **Sigh**
Sorry for the wishy-washy day. Thanks again! I love you guys!
***Hugs*** .... Rachel
P.S. -- How am I not blinking? Well, as an example...my Grandmother is being given a big party on Sunday with Mariachis and everything! We really could not afford to drop $1200 right now for tickets, but the four of us will be on a plane Saturday to surprise her at her party Sunday! I can pay off the credit card again later...but I can't turn back the clock when she is gone and I regret not being there to see her face when her sister walks through the door, having traveled from Oregon to Cerritos, CA. How are you not blinking? Think about it a second...and then go do it!
Friends... this morning I hugged a friend, (some of you know who I mean), who blinked and found herself saying good-bye to her 32-year old husband. In just a swift moment, the Juniata River took him under... leaving a family struck with shock and disbelief... and beautiful children who will grow up with an emptiness in their life where he belonged. I hope they will fill it up with happiness and good memories of their dad.
Why is it that it only seems to be tragedy that makes you take a moment to look around? Some days flash by so quickly. You wake up, move about, go back to sleep again... taking for granted that the next day will find you all in the same place and in the same condition. Why is it so hard to live life to the fullest now just in case now is all there is?
The minister said something at the service today... "What if it were you that died? Are you prepared to face it?" What does that mean? Am I prepared to leave this world satisfied that I said all I wanted to say to everyone I wanted to say it to...done all the things I wanted to do? Did I spend quality time with those I love? Will my children feel that I left them a legacy? Will my husband know how much I love him? Will I know that those I have wronged in the past have forgiven me? Will I know that everyone I love with know I loved them too?
I think his point was more about believing in "God" and "Jesus". What a turmoil inside of me with that idea. I make it a point to not really discuss religion with those around me. It's too sticky. Also for me though, it's a sore spot. I come from a Catholic family. One that believe in certain traditions... yet did not attend mass regularly. My feelings are mixed. I had my first communion, and it stopped there. No one said to me, you should do this and do that... but they did give me a sense of faith... faith that there is a place for us beyond the body... a place where we will meet again, and that those that love us will be waiting and watching over us. I may not feel close to "God" or "Jesus"...but I feel close to family that I miss, and I do have faith that I will see them again. I'd hate to leave this world now, but my heart feels that someone will be waiting for me on the other side, and that I might be able to watch over the ones I love that stay behind.
I think often about what I would do should something happen to Keith or the kids... events play out in my head. Sometimes I worry that something is wrong with me for being so morbid... details down to seeing them in caskets and what they would wear, what I would say, et cetera... I'm starting to think that I'm not a sick person... I'm someone in touch with possibilities...even bad possibilities...to the degree that when I snap out of thoughts such as these, it always results in hugs and kisses and expressions of love and gratitude to those around me. It reminds me not to wait until it's too late...it reminds me to try to blink less often... don't let something precious slip by without enjoying it.
Friends....thanks for reading this mushy post. I'm a melancholy mess today. To see a friend in pain is just very difficult for me. I wish I could rewind the days back to Father's Day and pluck her husband out of harm's way so that she would be smiling today... but I can't. All I can do is say "I love you" to all of you because I really do love you.
I know it is only a few people who visit my blog, and that's just fine with me because I know who you are, and I can speak right to you...and I know that I love you all. You are important to me. You are part of what makes me who I am. Without you in my life, I would smile less. I miss you all each day, and I am glad you allow me to share a little piece of my world with you here. It's not the most amazing life I live... but it's mine that I am creating with my wonderful friends, and I am so glad you are here to share your lives with me. So...let's hope I don't miss anybody, and that you don't mind if I say your names out loud here.... but Yoko, Tracey, Cyd, Maryanne, Faith, you are my most dedicated readers who comment often and brighten my day. Thanks! Hopefully some lurkers may be Ann and Shawn...and then the friends that may not visit at all or even know I'm talking about them now are...Rick, Sarah S., Karen W., Laura (the phantom), Nolly, Joan and Rob, Kelly H., Nancy C., Kristen M., Linda L., Elena, Barbara, Darren O., I love you all!!! Okay...and I'll even go so far as to mention a few people that I have thought about often but have not seen in ages and would like to mend some fences with... those would be Jason Y., John B., Cong V., Richard L., and Terry J. Boys that are now men living their lives somewhere... long forgetting all about me... but I wish them well. **Sigh**
Sorry for the wishy-washy day. Thanks again! I love you guys!
***Hugs*** .... Rachel
P.S. -- How am I not blinking? Well, as an example...my Grandmother is being given a big party on Sunday with Mariachis and everything! We really could not afford to drop $1200 right now for tickets, but the four of us will be on a plane Saturday to surprise her at her party Sunday! I can pay off the credit card again later...but I can't turn back the clock when she is gone and I regret not being there to see her face when her sister walks through the door, having traveled from Oregon to Cerritos, CA. How are you not blinking? Think about it a second...and then go do it!
Monday, June 19, 2006
Tooth Watch 2006 Update
Well, today is June 19th, and the tooth is still holding tight... If your original guess has come and gone, don't fret! You can guess again...
Not only that... somehow all the attention the wiggly tooth was getting made the tooth right next to it jealous...AND IT'S LOOSE TOO NOW!!! These were David's first two teeth. He got them both first, and I guess the one would be lonely without the other, and they are going to be the first to go out...together!
So guess on the date for both teeth to fall out. The second one is much tighter than the first, but it is loose! I will offer two prizes now! Good luck! We'll keep you posted!
Not only that... somehow all the attention the wiggly tooth was getting made the tooth right next to it jealous...AND IT'S LOOSE TOO NOW!!! These were David's first two teeth. He got them both first, and I guess the one would be lonely without the other, and they are going to be the first to go out...together!
So guess on the date for both teeth to fall out. The second one is much tighter than the first, but it is loose! I will offer two prizes now! Good luck! We'll keep you posted!
Thursday, June 15, 2006
Cookout
This past Sunday we had a Grand Opening of sorts for our newly revamped backyard! We invited my in-laws and Jen, Scott, and Paden over for a cookout! The weather was lovely, and we really enjoyed the day. Here are just a few pictures.
David with Keith's dad, Nelson. Inseparable!
Rare, VERY RARE!, photo! Keith's birthday was on the 7th, so it was also kind of a birthday party. He's getting old! This year he turned 36!
Here's Jennifer, Scott, and little Paden. Jen and Scott are tying the knot this July! Along with Scott's daughter Emily, they make a cute family.
Q. "How many floaties do you need, Sammy?" A. "All of them!"
David with Keith's dad, Nelson. Inseparable!
Rare, VERY RARE!, photo! Keith's birthday was on the 7th, so it was also kind of a birthday party. He's getting old! This year he turned 36!
Here's Jennifer, Scott, and little Paden. Jen and Scott are tying the knot this July! Along with Scott's daughter Emily, they make a cute family.
Q. "How many floaties do you need, Sammy?" A. "All of them!"
New Toy!!!
I have wanted a computer writing tablet since way before they were affordable to the general public. In the recent issue of Simple Scrapbooks I saw an ad for the Wacom Graphire4! It reminded me of this inner longing for this tool...the ability to draw in a program as if drawing on paper!!! he he he So I splurged and got it! It's fun!!!! I tested it out by drawing the little fish in the post below. Want info about the Graphire4? Go to www.wacom.com !
Caught snoozing....
David has a new chair from, as he keeps referring to it, "The New Movie Cars!"... but look who seems to like it best...
Caesar approves of this addition to our furniture collection! LOL! This chair talks too...but he doesn't seem to mind.
Caesar approves of this addition to our furniture collection! LOL! This chair talks too...but he doesn't seem to mind.
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Grounded...
All day spent in front of laptop...
Pages and pages of testimony to clean up...
No fun...
Me want to go outside...
Waaaaaaaaaaaa!
Tooth Drama update.... still there, but more wiggly. Who wants to win a prize? Whoever can guess what day David will lose his tooth gets a prize! Guess away! Guess more than once! I'll dig around for something good to give away!
Pages and pages of testimony to clean up...
No fun...
Me want to go outside...
Waaaaaaaaaaaa!
Tooth Drama update.... still there, but more wiggly. Who wants to win a prize? Whoever can guess what day David will lose his tooth gets a prize! Guess away! Guess more than once! I'll dig around for something good to give away!
Sunday, June 11, 2006
Update on the "Tooth Fast"
Well, it lasted until David heard the words "Happy Meal". Fast officially over after approximately eight hours!!! HA!
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Tooth Drama...Part II
David's tooth has been loose already for a couple of weeks, but the video in the previous post was taken at a moment when he suddenly noticed it was more loose and more sensitive. Well this morning he announced that he is not going to eat until his tooth falls out. I decided I will have to record how long he is on this "tooth fast". I bet it won't last too long! To be continued...
Friday, June 09, 2006
Sunday, June 04, 2006
Have a Joyful Day!
Just a little something I put together! Hope you enjoy it! It is particularly special to me because today is David's Boo-Boo Heart Day! He had a checkup with the cardiologist at the beginning of May! All is good. The heart size is becoming normal, and he doesn't have to go back for three years!! Yay! Happy Boo-Boo Heart Day, David!!!!
Saturday, June 03, 2006
Blame the Shoes!
Who knew that these green Sloggers gardening clogs from Target would be so entertaining??? The kids love them!
Thursday, June 01, 2006
Introspection of sorts...
I have been working for Art Miller and Associates for nine months now!
It has occurred to me though that for the last nine months I have been totally absorbed in work.
I have traded my art for Art.
I'm not going to say it's a sacrifice because I still believe I can have it my way. My way is a life where I can comfortably pursue my career as a stenographer. I can create fun things with glass and metal and fabric and paper. I can keep a tidy house with happy children and a happy husband inside of it. I can spend time with people I love. I can share my creations with others and make them smile. I can join in with the growth of my kids and not just scratch my head at how fast it is happening.
It's all still tangible. I still believe. I love my family and friends. I can make it happen.
What is your way? What are you creating in your life today?
It has occurred to me though that for the last nine months I have been totally absorbed in work.
I have traded my art for Art.
I'm not going to say it's a sacrifice because I still believe I can have it my way. My way is a life where I can comfortably pursue my career as a stenographer. I can create fun things with glass and metal and fabric and paper. I can keep a tidy house with happy children and a happy husband inside of it. I can spend time with people I love. I can share my creations with others and make them smile. I can join in with the growth of my kids and not just scratch my head at how fast it is happening.
It's all still tangible. I still believe. I love my family and friends. I can make it happen.
What is your way? What are you creating in your life today?
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