Thoughts From A Diva

Store Planning

2011-01-24T07:58:00.002-06:00

My interview last week was extremely long. It lasted exactly 56 minutes. It was over the phone with a lady from Home Office. She was nice, but I really hate phone interviews. They are so hard to deal with.Anyway, I am still waiting to hear back about the interview. She did tell me she would be emailing my direct supervisor some questions about me. She said she needed those answers before making a

Orange and Fennel Salad Recipe : Robin Miller : Food Network

2011-01-12T13:33:00.000-06:00

Orange and Fennel Salad Recipe : Robin Miller : Food Network: "Ingredients * 1 large fennel bulb, trimmed and thinly sliced * 2 medium oranges, peeled * 1 tablespoon olive oil * 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar * Salt and pepper * 2 tablespoons sweetened dried cranberriesDirectionsPlace the sliced fennel in a salad bowl. Slice oranges to divide flesh sections and add to bowl. Drizzle

Citrus cured salmon recipe | Wrightfood

2011-01-12T13:31:00.000-06:00

Citrus cured salmon recipe | Wrightfood: "Citrus Cured Salmon (recipe from The Scandanavian Cookbook)NOTE: This recipe is for a full side of salmon. I did this with just 3/4lb of salmon - I just did 1/3 of the salt and sugar listed.zest of 1 orangezest of 1 lemon1.5 cups superfine sugar10 oz sea salt1 side of salmon, filleted, skinned, pin bones removedfor serving: orange and lemon zestMix the

Insults

2011-01-10T08:44:00.002-06:00

Every night at work, two of my co-workers/friends play Cribbage during lunch. Last night while playing Cribbage, I was teasing one of my co-workers/friends about how much pepper he puts on his food. I had hidden the pepper from him as a joke and was teasing him about the taste of the food being better without all the pepper.Suddenly, he says, "You're just being a bitch!"I was STUNNED. I go out of

New Year...New Prospects!

2011-01-09T08:54:00.002-06:00

Received great news at work last night!Ever since I started back at Walmart, I have been trying to get into Store Planning. I want to go from store to store and do set-ups and remodels. It is very hard to get into this area, but I have been very persistent. Now my persistence is paying off!I received an email last night that I am being interviewed for a Floor Project Supervisor position! Woohooo!

iPad or Laptop

2011-01-08T08:05:00.002-06:00

I am wavering between purchasing a new laptop or an iPad2. I love to play games on my laptop, so I am worried about not being able to use a mouse to play the games.Maybe I can try one out at the Mac Store before I make a decision.

Peter's Baked Stuffed Onions Recipe - Allrecipes.com

2011-01-06T06:04:00.000-06:00

Peter's Baked Stuffed Onions Recipe - Allrecipes.com: "* 1/2 cup uncooked white rice * 6 large Vidalia onions * 3/4 pound ground spicy pork sausage * 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper * 1 egg, beaten * 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened * 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano * 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley * 2 tablespoons butter, melted * 1/2 teaspoon paprikaDirections 1.

Friendship

2011-01-06T03:53:00.003-06:00

I have had many friends in my life. Some of them have been very close and some have been not so close. Some have been female, some have been male, but they have all made an impact of some kind on my life.Currently, I have very few friends. I think that comes from 13 years of life with a man who didn't like people, so we didn't interact with others very well. I am starting to make friends again,

Did I do the right thing?

2011-01-05T07:41:00.002-06:00

I just can't stop thinking about our greeter and the fact I think he had a heart attack. Did I do the right thing when I called management to take over? Should I have called an ambulance instead? Should I have stayed at the store? Did I do the right thing by leaving the store and leaving others to take care of matters?Sleep will be non-existent for a while. I am really worried about what happened

Do you know the signs of a heart attack?

2011-01-05T07:23:00.002-06:00

This morning as I was getting ready to leave the store, one of our greeters came in and it was pretty obvious he was not feeling well. He was sweating heavily, he was pale and he was mumbling. After talking to him for a few minutes, he stated his chest hurt. After a few minutes, he told us his left arm hurt.I am positive he was having a heart attack, but I won't know for sure until I get back to

Another exciting day...

2011-01-04T07:19:00.003-06:00

When I got to work last night, I had to immediately rush to the Front End because the CSM on duty needed to go home and all but one of the cashiers were leaving. There was a long line even after my cashiers came on duty, so I called the second overnight CSM and another associate up to the front to cashier.When the CSM arrived, she came over to where I was helping a customer at the service desk

Scotch Eggs

2011-01-03T13:14:00.001-06:00

So, instead of sleeping I just made Scotch Eggs. I deem them a major success! They are YUMMY! I will make more of them when I get more bread crumbs. Just a couple minor adjustments (like more bread crumbs), but otherwise very yummy!I will try and take a picture later.

AMANDA•FREITAG | recipes | Bacon Wrapped New York Trout with Brussels Sprouts and Mustard Sauce

2011-01-03T11:10:00.000-06:00

Have I mentioned how much I love Amanda Freitag? She is AMAZING!~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~AMANDA•FREITAG | recipes | Bacon Wrapped New York Trout with Brussels Sprouts and Mustard Sauce: "Bacon Wrapped New York Trout with Brussels Sprouts and Mustard SauceIngredients: Trout Directions: Trout2 Filets Trout½ lb. Bacon2 c. Brussels SproutsOlive oil1 Bunch Italian ParsleySalt and pepper 1. Slice half of the

Accident vs. Incident

2011-01-03T09:35:00.003-06:00

In the Walmart World, there are two levels of employee mishaps.The first level is called an "incident." This simply means that you have hurt yourself in some manner. The associate is supposed to tell a member of management that they have run into a cart, cut themselves with a knife, whatever. The manager than has the associate fill out a one page report on what actually happened.The second level

Garlic Salmon Recipe - Allrecipes.com

2011-01-03T07:59:00.000-06:00

Garlic Salmon Recipe - Allrecipes.com: "Garlic SalmonBy: LILIO'A large salmon filet, steamed in foil and cooked either in the oven or barbecue. It's seasoned with minced garlic, fresh baby dill, lemon slices, fresh ground pepper and green onions.'Original Recipe Yield 4 to 6 servingsIngredients * 1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet * salt and pepper to taste * 3 cloves garlic, minced * 1 sprig

Guess I was tired...

2011-01-02T20:31:00.003-06:00

I slept for 12 hours today. I didn't wake up at all. Not sure if I was just that tired or if it was the two Aleve I took just before I went to sleep.My knee has been bothering me a lot lately. I've got two more months before I can get another Cortisone shot. I have osteo-arthritis in my left knee and maybe in my right knee. It sounds like a stretching rubber band when I move it.I'm off to work in

Sunday Morning

2011-01-02T08:32:00.002-06:00

It was quiet at work last night. Especially quiet for a Saturday. We are usually swamped with people for the majority of the night. Last night, we had several spurts, but it wasn't that busy. We didn't have a GM (General Merchandise) truck last night. Instead, we got to do a lot of little "projects" devised by the Assistant Manager.Fortunately for us, we only had one little project. After that, I

Happy New Year!

2011-01-01T21:01:00.001-06:00

So today is the beginning of a new year, a new month, a new chance to do things right.My resolution for the year is to try and post every day.I am off to work. Everyone have a great day!

Baked Potato Soup Recipe | Two Peas and Their Pod

2010-12-27T12:58:00.000-06:00

Baked Potato Soup Recipe | Two Peas and Their Pod: "Baked Potato SoupAdapted from Cooking Light4 large baking potatoes (or use leftover baked potatoes)2/3 cup all-purpose flour6 cups 2% milk3/4 cup cheddar cheese1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1 cup reduced-fat sour cream1/2 cup chopped green onionsToppings:Cheddar Cheese, shreddedGreen Onions, choppedBacon, cooked

Framed Cooks: Macaroni and Cheese Cupcakes

2010-12-16T13:12:00.000-06:00

Framed Cooks: Macaroni and Cheese Cupcakes: "Macaroni and Cheese Cupcakes * 8 ounces elbow macaroni * 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, plus a little more for garnish * 2 eggs * 1 cup milk * Salt and pepper1. Preheat oven to 400. Line a 12 cup muffin tin with paper or foil liners.1. Cook the macaroni until done. Drain and immediately return to pot.2. Add cheese and stir briefly until

Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe from Betty Crocker

2010-12-14T15:53:00.000-06:00

Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce Recipe from Betty Crocker: "Bread Pudding4 large whole eggs1 large egg yolk3/4 cup sugar2 1/2 cups milk2 1/2 cups whipping (heavy) cream1 tablespoon vanilla1 teaspoon ground cinnamon12 oz French or other firm bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices, then cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (10 cups)1/2 cup raisins, if desired2 tablespoons sugar1/2 teaspoon ground

Tomato pie recipe - Midland-Odessa food | Examiner.com

2010-12-11T13:55:00.001-06:00

Tomato pie recipe - Midland-Odessa food | Examiner.com: "Tomato pie recipe * July 12th, 2009 8:36 am CTTomato PiepeliseTomato pie is a great way to use fresh tomatoes from the garden or farmers market, and it freezes well, too. This version is sweet and savory with fresh tomato, sweet onion, smoky bacon, creamy cheddar and parmesan cheese. Use a premade pie shell, or try a homemade vodka pie

Mexican Wontons Recipe - Allrecipes.com

2010-12-03T07:07:00.000-06:00

Mexican Wontons Recipe - Allrecipes.com: "Ingredients * 1 pound pepper-jack cheese, finely shredded * 1 (14 ounce) package won ton wrappers * 1 cup vegetable oil for deep fryingDirections 1. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of shredded cheese into the center of each wonton skin. Fold the top and bottom corners in toward each other and roll it up like a little egg roll. You will have to seal the

The No-Fail Guide to Perfect Hanukkah Latkes: BA Daily: Blogs : bonappetit.com

2010-11-30T20:40:00.000-06:00

The No-Fail Guide to Perfect Hanukkah Latkes: BA Daily: Blogs : bonappetit.com: "Classic Potato LatkesDon't worry if the latkes don't cook to the right color or crispness in thetime stated. Skillets, stoves, and other conditions vary. Just keep cookingand turning them, until they are right for you.Makes about 18INGREDIENTS2 1/2 cups finely chopped onions, divided1 large egg1 tablespoon all

French Cheese Puffs aka Gougères aka Pâte à Choux | Making Life Delicious

2010-11-30T11:48:00.000-06:00

French Cheese Puffs aka Gougères aka Pâte à Choux | Making Life Delicious: "Cheese GougèresAdapted from a recipe by David LeibovitzPrint-Friendly Recipe * 1 cup (250ml) water * 6 tablespoons (80g) unsalted butter * 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt * large pinch of cayenne pepper * 1 cup (140g) all-purpose flour * 4 large eggs * 24 chives, finely-minced (don’t have chives, try scallions) *

Recipes

2010-11-30T11:46:00.001-06:00

I am going to start posting recipes here that I would like to make. I am having trouble keeping track of them!

Blog Updates

2010-10-09T07:00:00.002-06:00

I just realized it has been several months since I updated my blog. I used to blog fairly regularly, but I have found that most of my rants now go on Facebook & Twitter.There have been some major upheavals in my life recently. Due to stupid circumstances, Meg & I are currently without a place to live. My lease expired and even though the landlord gave us a verbal agreement to go month to month,

Being Single

2010-07-22T07:53:00.003-06:00

For the most part, I have come to terms with the fact that I will, in most probability, live the rest of my life alone.I knew that to be the case when I made the decision to walk away from 13 years with Pat. While I love the man more than any other man I have ever met/known, it finally got to be too much for me. I couldn't handle the drinking, the temper and the unemployment any longer.One of the

Death Penalty

2010-06-18T08:24:00.002-06:00

The execution of Ronnie Lee Gardner by firing squad this morning has brought several questions to mind. Mostly I have been thinking about the cost of an inmate's room and board.All moral objections aside, which is more cost effective: life sentence or death?Logically, it would seem that a death sentence would be more efficient. Instead of paying $30k+ for 50 years (total of $1.5m), you would pay

Attraction

2010-04-26T09:44:00.002-06:00

Do you ever wonder what causes us to be attracted to one person, but not another?I mean, why am I attracted to Matthew McConaughey, but not Tom Cruise? (Okay, that may be a stupid comparison since Matt is hot and Tom is crazy, but you see my point, right?)I find myself attracted to all shapes and sizes. This doesn't mean I want to date them, marry them or even talk to them. It simply means I find

Unions

2010-04-26T08:19:00.002-06:00

Since starting at Walmart last summer, I have had several people state they think Walmart should have a union. Their reasoning includes better wages, better hours, more benefits, etc, etc.Yes, a union might provide those things, but they would also cause higher prices, less employees, and even less communication between supervisors and workers.I have been a member of a couple different unions in

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2010-03-13T20:58:00.001-06:00

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2009-12-30T09:19:00.001-06:00

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2009-12-30T09:08:00.001-06:00

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2009-12-30T09:07:00.001-06:00

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Gay Marriage or Civil Union?

2009-04-22T12:25:00.002-06:00

Do I believe in gay marriage? Well, I guess I would first have to determine if I believe in marriage at all.And, well, then I would need a definition of marriage.Do I believe that two people should be able to stand in front of a crowd and say "This is my wife" or "This is my husband" and not get bashed for it? Yes, I do.Does standing in front of a minister or in front of a justice of the peace

Cousins & Such

2009-04-20T13:56:00.000-06:00

We have always been a close-knit family. I can remember going to family reunions as a kid and knowing each and every one of my 10,000 cousins by name, where they lived and which kid belonged to which aunt and uncle. We always had great fun. Going to Grandma Margaret's house was a holiday in itself.We would usually arrive in the dark sometime after everyone else had gone to bed since our part of

What is your earliest memory?

2009-04-20T13:24:00.001-06:00

My earliest memory took place when I was about 4 or 5 years of age. There is some disagreement about what was happening, but I am going to tell you my version of the events (mom can always tell me I am wrong later).I had a brand new outfit. It was a cute white sailor's top with blue trim. I think the bottom was either a skirt or shorts, but I don't remember. I had been outside playing with my

I agree

2008-09-10T14:10:00.001-06:00

LCpl Anthony

2008-03-27T22:32:00.002-06:00

Anthony is leaving tonight for Iraq. He will be gone for seven long months. I will miss him terribly and I cannot wait until he comes home.He tells me he will not be going outside the wire, but I still worry that they will decide to send him. I hope he gets to stay at the airfield and fuel his birds.If anyone would like to write him or send him a care package, please drop me a note and I will

Life sucks

2008-03-23T21:52:00.001-06:00

And I'm just not sure it's worth it anymore.

Y B Normal?

2008-03-20T18:34:00.000-06:00

You Are Very NormalYou scored 75% normal on this quizYou are normal in practically every way. Yes, you're average.But average definitely doesn't boring. You just fit in well with the mainstream.Why You Are Normal:You think fishnet stockings are trashyIf given the choice, you would choose to have more money over more timeYou prefer your friends to your familyWhen you're in a car, you prefer to be

Idiot Drivers....

2008-03-20T13:21:00.000-06:00

AdelaideNow... Blogs Let me list my on-road hate list. Then I’ll offer a few thoughts to get the bloody idiots and hoons of the road off the road, to make our part of the world a safer place for others who want to stay alive. TAILGATERS: Without question the most stupid bunch in our community. They take some kind of sadistic pleasure in monstering the car in front, reducing the distance between

Farewell...

2008-03-20T12:50:00.000-06:00

Business slows, oldest brothel closes | NEWS.com.auHamburg's oldest brothel, in the heart of Germany's most famous red light district, has decided to close after a sharp fall in business.Another one bites the dust...

Back to School?

2008-03-20T12:32:00.000-06:00

Court to send parents back to school | NEWS.com.au WESTERN Australia's Children's Court now has the power to force chronically negligent parents to attend parenting programs. The new legislation has passed through the upper house of state parliament.Under the law, the Children's Court can order parents who have repeatedly failed to control their children to take part in parenting

Trapped pilot whale cut free

2008-03-20T12:30:00.000-06:00

Trapped pilot whale cut free | NEWS.com.au A PILOT whale caught in lobster pot ropes north of Perth has been saved by fisheries officers. The West Australian Fisheries Department boat Hamelin was sent out to the small whale this morning after fishermen alerted authorities that it had become entangled. The crew of the Hamelin were initially going to wait for a specialist Department of

Deportation

2008-03-20T12:22:00.000-06:00

Paedophile deportation angers UK | NEWS.com.au AUSTRALIA'S decision to deport a serial paedophile back to Britain has stunned the United Kingdom. Raymond Horne, who spent more than 14 years behind bars in Australia for a string of child sex crimes, has flown back to Britain today after being deported from Queensland.Why wouldn't they deport someone that is a criminal? Every country in

Suit: Airport searches of laptops, other devices intrusive - CNN.com

2008-03-20T11:28:00.000-06:00

Suit: Airport searches of laptops, other devices intrusive - CNN.com The Customs and Border Protection defends the searches, saying the agency does not need to show probable cause to look inside suitcases or laptops. "We have broad search authority at the borders to determine admissibility and look for anything that may be in violation of criminal law," says agency spokeswoman Lynn Hollinger.

Cheater, Cheater

2008-03-20T11:22:00.000-06:00

Facebook 'cheater' won't be expelled from college - CNN.com Last term, Avenir became administrator of the online group Dungeons/Mastering Chemistry Solutions. In all, 147 classmates used the group to swap tips on assignments. Avenir's supporters argued the online group he ran was no different from any kind of homework help or tutoring circle. But a professor, who had stipulated assignments be

WTF?

2008-03-20T10:54:00.000-06:00

Panel probes troops' electrocution deaths in Iraq - CNN.comA U.S. House committee chairman has begun an investigation into the electrocutions of at least 12 service members in Iraq, including that of a Pittsburgh soldier killed in January by a jolt of electricity while showering.It is bad enough that there are IEDs and bullets to worry about...now, I have to worry about Anthony being killed in

'Sand sailors' jam IEDs in desert

2008-03-20T10:50:00.000-06:00

'Sand sailors' jam IEDs in desert - CNN.com Dye and 300 other shipboard electronic warfare specialists were charged with teaching troops how to defuse the bombs by jamming the electronic signals the insurgents used to detonate them. "They called on a Wednesday and told me I was leaving (for Iraq) on Saturday," said Dye, 38, who had spent his career on ships. "It was the right decision.

Things of interest...

2008-03-20T10:48:00.000-06:00

I am on Spring Break, but thought I would list some things I found interesting today...Euthanasia debate woman found dead - CNN.comA French woman severely disfigured by facial tumors has been found dead just two days after a court rejected her request for an assisted suicide.

Freedom of Speech?

2008-03-16T17:45:00.000-06:00

Whitewater police pursue anonymous bloggerWho is John Adams, the anonymous blogger at www.freewhitewater.com?The Web site, Free Whitewater, was launched last spring and takes aim at the "narrow-minded" leaders of the community of 14,000 about 45 miles southeast of Madison.Its targets range from the aesthetics of Whitewater's main streets to a controversial roundup of suspected illegal immigrants

Surfing

2008-03-10T11:16:00.002-06:00

My first class was canceled today. So instead of getting ahead on my homework, I am surfing the internet. I have decided you guys can all tag along. I will post each spot I go and what I saw there (or a portion thereof).Sound fun?I started at Farmgirl's. There I read all about the correct way to handle a colt that has no manners. Very nice.From there, I went to see Crystal. Oh...wow....I

I'm so sick of snow...

2008-03-10T08:36:00.001-06:00

Firefighter/EMT Needed

2008-03-02T19:56:00.000-06:00

Firefighter/EMT-P Jobs in Yachats Oregon 97498 - JobdangoThis is a great small town on the Oregon coast. Beautiful scenery, great people.If anyone is interested, please apply. They are getting desperate. They have only had two applications.If you have any other questions, send me an email and I will get you in touch with my brother who is a firefighter there.

Zombies

2008-02-26T10:59:00.000-06:00

I had to laugh when I read this.Eric would have run screaming from the room.

Alone

2008-02-24T19:13:00.000-06:00

alonesadness descendsabandoned by the worldcrying alone in the darknessof lifeso sadthis world i'm inwishing for love not foundlooking for assurance from ghostsunseenno friendsto share a joke,console a broken heartor sit in silence and love lifeas one

My brain

2008-02-23T10:30:00.003-06:00

I have seen this in several spots lately...thought I should give it a try.

A villanelle

2008-02-22T09:17:00.003-06:00

This is a poem I had to write for my English class. Just thought you might like to see it.The Child She Fondly RecallsUpon the grave, the snow slowly fallsAs the watching mother gently weepsFor the child she fondly recalls.All the childhood sibling squallsFalls to the wayside and seepsInto the grave as the snow slowly fallsHer hands graze across the baseballsThat bring forth the memories she

Wham!

2008-02-21T11:05:00.001-06:00

Yes, I have been singing this all morning!

Hover Spot

2008-02-20T07:40:00.001-06:00

For those of you who received an unwelcome email from me asking you to join Hover-Spot...I apologize. It was sent without my okay and I am NOT happy about it.By the time I realized it was sending to EVERYONE on my mailing list, it was too late to stop it. I had assumed it would let me pick and choose who I wanted it sent to.I will no longer be using Hover Spot.

Happy Birthday!

2008-02-20T07:35:00.001-06:00

Today is Big Stupid Tommy's birthday,Go say hello!

Big Brother 9

2008-02-15T23:48:00.003-06:00

I'm watching Big Brother After Dark on Showtime. I'm wondering if Janelle from the All-Stars and Amanda from this season are related?

Hmmm...

2008-02-15T12:12:00.001-06:00

Which Great US President Are You Most Like?created with QuizFarm.com You scored as Dwight Eisenhower34th President, in office from 1953-1961Born: 1890 Died: 1969 Dwight Eisenhower 74%John Kennedy 69%Theodore Roosevelt 57%Franklin Roosevelt 57%Ronald Reagan 52%Woodrow Wilson 50%George Washington 50%Lyndon Johnson 45%Abraham

Political Trail

2008-02-15T09:31:00.004-06:00

As some of you might know, the Wisconsin Primary is next Tuesday. All the politicians are currently concentrating on touring Wisconsin to try and get our vote. Since the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse is one of the 5 best schools in the nation (for it's size), we are a major target.This week alone:Chelsea Clinton was here on Tuesday.Mike Huckabee was here on Thursday.Bill Clinton was here

Hmmm....

2008-02-06T11:02:00.001-06:00

Advanced Global Personality Test Results Extraversion |||||||||||||||||||| 83% Stability |||||||||||||| 60% Orderliness |||||| 26% Accommodation |||||||||||||||| 63% Interdependence |||||||||||| 43% Intellectual |||||| 30% Mystical |||||||||||||||| 70% Artistic |||||||||||| 43% Religious |||||||||||| 43% Hedonism |||||||||| 36% Materialism |||||| 23% Narcissism |||||

21 Years Ago Today

2008-01-27T12:33:00.000-06:00

I woke up early feeling just a little out of sorts. It was 5am and I could have slept in, but I just didn't feel good. I took a shower, shaved my legs and tried to relax.After getting dressed, I went down to the quarterdeck and plopped myself on one of the couches. People trickled through as the barracks slowly came to life. By about 8am, there were about 10 of us lounging around the

Weather

2008-01-24T23:16:00.000-06:00

Just thought I would give you a little weather update.On Sunday, the weather service announced a winter storm watch for Monday: 1-3 inches.On Sunday night, they said 3-4 inches.On Monday morning, they said 4-6 inches.We received 9 inches of fluffy, dry snow. It is so light and airy that people were using leaf blowers to blow it off the sidewalks.We are 17.2 inches above normal snowfall for the

Funny

2008-01-18T10:28:00.000-06:00

This made me laugh my ass off.

A book

2008-01-09T07:33:00.000-06:00

Tales and Prayers for New Life in Christ By: Karl Evans - CSS PublishingMy dad wrote this book. Just thought some of you might like to check it out. He writes great stories in a way that is easy to understand.

October Road

2008-01-05T02:54:00.000-06:00

Went to see these guys tonight. Awesome show!

Happy Yule!

2007-12-26T02:00:00.001-06:00

My family. The only ones missing are my sister, brother-in-law and 2 great-grandkids.We had a great time. I think this is the best Christmas I have had in many, many years.It is the first time ever that all four of my kids have been together. Pretty exciting for all of us.I have video of the ocean and the gathering that I may post later.I hope everyone else had a great holiday.

Tagged

2007-12-22T13:16:00.000-06:00

1)Link to the person that tagged you. That would be JB.These are the rules.1) Share Christmas facts about yourself.2) Tag 7 random people at the end of your post, and include links to their blogs.3) Let each person know that they have been tagged by leaving a comment on their blog.Here goes:1. Wrapping or gift bags? If it has to be packaged, I will do whatever is faster. Otherwise, I don't wrap

I'll be home for Christmas...

2007-12-18T13:35:00.000-06:00

Yes, folks, I am going to Oregon for Christmas. Hard to believe I am willingly going back to that inhumane place.Oregon? Inhumane? why, yes, it is.See, I grew up in Oregon. I went to elementary, middle and high school in different parts of Oregon. I have lived in all four corners of the state. And I do not have very fond memories of any of it.I have been back a few times since (weddings,

Accident Update

2007-12-16T21:30:00.000-06:00

So the body shop man called...they stopped counting the damage at $4500. My car is only worth about $3000, so it is officially totalled.I have been car shopping, but without knowing exactly how much money I am getting, it is hard to shop seriously. Right now I am torn between a 2004 Mini Cooper for $14k and a 2002 Saturn SC2 for $8k. I can afford the Saturn, but I want the Mini. Bah.I went

Blogs Needed

2007-12-14T13:02:00.000-06:00

As you can see I have started a new blogroll over on the side there. I was using Blogrolling, but they decided to be moronic and would only show the first five blogs listed.So if you are missing from my blogroll and you know I had a link, or even if you would just like me to link you, please let me know.Thanks so much.

Rescue Dog Files

2007-12-14T07:38:00.000-06:00

This is the newest addition to my blogroll. Mark works for a small town on the Oregon coast and is definitely a must-read.

My car is totalled

2007-12-10T06:54:00.000-06:00

On Saturday night I had gone into town to run some errands. Lucas' girlfriend Trish, her son Trey (age 2) and her friend Tiny were with us. We had just picked up the keys to their new apartment and were headed over to drop Tiny off at his mom's place. As we drove through the residential neighborhood, I noticed that none of the intersections had traffic signals. I mean no stop signs, yield

The Golden Compass

2007-12-08T09:47:00.000-06:00

This morning, my mother sent my a link to this article in the Yakima Herald. It talks about the controversy surrounding the movie. In the article, they mention a pastor at a local church that is holding a discussion group about the movie. What a wonderful idea! I thought his approach was so great, I sent him an email:Good morning.I just wanted to drop you a note and tell you how happy I am

Pearl Harbor

2007-12-07T08:54:00.000-06:00

66 years ago today, the Hawaiian Islands were bombed by the Japanese.When we were in Hawaii a few weeks ago, Meg and I went to the Memorial. What an overwhelming experience. I will never forget that visit and I highly recommend that you all go.The Memorial is free to the public.When we first arrived, we went into the open-air museum and looked at the pictures and models of the ships that were

Meh

2007-11-28T14:04:00.000-06:00

There are so many things I have wanted to write about recently, but I just cannot find my muse.I wanted to talk about my trip to Hawaii and all the fun and cool things we got to do. And I wanted to talk about my 24 hour visit to the local hospital when I thought I was having a heart attack. And finding out that I am old and have Type II Diabetes.But I just don't have the energy, drive or

Rest In Peace, Bill

2007-11-28T07:37:00.000-06:00

Five-Time Derby-Winning Jockey Dead At 74, Bill Hartack, In Hall Of Fame By Age 27, Won Over 4,272 Races - CBS News

A Meme

2007-11-24T16:48:00.000-06:00

This one is cute... Place an X by all the things you've done, or remove the X from the ones you have not, and send it to your friends (including me). This is for your entire life! Copy into a new email. (x Smoked a cigarette (x Had feelings for someone who didn't have them back (x) Been arrested ( )Gone on a blind date (x) Skipped school ( ) Watched someone die ( ) Been

Happy Thanksgiving!

2007-11-22T12:42:00.001-06:00

We are spread out over the country today, but it still will be a day of Thanks for us.Anthony returned safely from Iraq. Woohoo! He is in California with Meghan. She had the opportunity to join Anthony on his aircraft carrier and ride from Hawaii to California. Although I haven't heard a lot from them, it sounds like they are both having a great time. Meghan should be home sometime this

WE Fest : Feelin Great in 08

2007-11-19T14:57:00.000-06:00

WE Fest : Feelin Great in 08: "We were also enormously proud to welcome home members of the National Guard Red Bull battalion, who made it back from Iraq the week before WE Fest. I wish all of you could have seen them singing the Sponge Bob Square Pants theme song at the top of t heir lungs outside of Toby Keith’s bus backstage. Toby got off the bus and jumped right in with them for a photo."

Whew!

2007-11-14T14:23:00.001-06:00

So much has happened in the last week, but I am too exhausted to write about it. I am going to try and get some of it down tonight or tomorrow.I need to tell you guys all about the trip to Hawaii, seeing Anthony and classes. Lots to write about and little time to do it.Oh yeah, and we moved in the midst of all that. I think I have had enough excitement for a while. Too bad there is no rest

Worthy of honor...

2007-11-14T14:12:00.000-06:00

Grabbed this from Cranky Epistles. Gotta do it.Apparently there is one living veteran of the American Expeditionary Force, Mr. Fred Buckles, of Charles Town, WV. He "inflated" his age to go to war -- he was born in 1901. He is the last of two million men who served in the AEF in WWI.When Mr. Buckles dies, he should receive a full state funeral. Not just for himself, but as the representative of

Dogs and Baby Diapers

2007-11-02T12:02:00.000-06:00

This is why I have never, ever wanted a dog in my house.Yuk!

Our Marines

2007-10-29T09:42:00.000-06:00

Tiger Cruise

2007-10-26T13:02:00.000-06:00

Woohoo!!!Meg and I are off to Hawaii on the 6th. We are meeting up with Anthony and his Marine buddies in Honolulu. After surfing, swimming and being typical tourists, Meg is getting on their ship and sailing back to California with them.I will have ten days of no children! I don't know what I am going to do!And then! In December, my parents are flying all of us home for Christmas. It will

Meet The Candidates

2007-10-25T11:54:00.000-06:00

I stole this idea from Tommy. He did movies...I'm doing books.Here is a list of the Presidential candidates - and the last fiction they read:(List is from Here)Joseph Biden: Runaway Jury by John GrishamSam Brownback: The Dream Giver by Bruce Wilkinson with David & Heather Kopp (Is this really fiction?)Hilary Clinton: Team of Rivals by Doris Kearns GoodwinChris Dodd: The Broker by John

Catching Up

2007-10-19T11:46:00.000-06:00

I feel like I owe you guys an explanation. I have been absent from the blog world for quite some time with just random hits now and then.I got sick - all that old woman crap, ya know? - anyway, I am feeling much better. I am starting to regain my sense of humor and direction.After all the hormones I have had to take in the last 3 months, I can understand why people kill. I could have easily

Newport News-Times: Blessing of the animals

2007-10-11T11:56:00.000-06:00

Most fire stations have dogs as mascots. The Yachats, Oregon firehouse has goats. Goats named Oreo and Nibbles.Every firehouse should have a goat as a mascot.Newport News-Times: Blessing of the animals

9-11

2007-09-11T09:39:00.000-06:00

I sat down here to write something profound about 9-11 and about how we need to remember all those lost not only in the crashes, but also in the military actions since then when I realized all I could think was how happy I am Anthony is leaving Iraq.He wrote me a note yesterday telling me they had been given 7 hours notice that they were leaving. Fortunately, they had been preparing for most of

Long time...

2007-08-20T13:39:00.001-06:00

I know...it has been weeks since I posted. I just haven't felt much like writing anything up. Things have been crazy all summer. Now we are only 2 weeks away from the start of school and I am wondering where the summer went!First and foremost, I want to assure anyone reading this that we have not submerged underneath the Mississippi, La Crosse or Black Rivers. Nor have we slid down off the

Is there a hell?

2007-07-10T07:11:00.000-06:00

This man does not think so, and I have to say I agree with most of what he is saying...except for the part where he calls the devil Pagan. The devil was developed by the Catholic church. True, it did have its basis in the Horned God of Pagan beliefs, but the Horned One is not evil, he is simply the opposite of the Goddess.Powered by AOL Video

Immigration

2007-07-05T12:19:00.000-06:00

Old Karl has a posting up about imMigration (as he calls it). He makes some pretty valid points, but I think the most impressive one is his first one:No nation in history has ever successfully blocked either emigration or immigration of people. Ever. No one. The Chinese have tried with their wall. The Soviet Union eventually gave up. Israel has failed. American Indians have tried to block the