Saturday, August 04, 2007
Reminder
I had to be reminded of it today, but I have a pretty sweet life. I mean, I have a house... I actually own a house! I have two loving dogs, and two cuddly cute chinchillas. A loving boyfriend who I know I will marry someday. A loving family that constantly expresses it's care and affection for me. Friends both far and near, though I could do better at keeping in touch. I have a wonderful job that I'm enjoying that actually takes care of me. My boss is my best friend and bowling partner, and my co-workers are as wonderfully entertaining as lovable characters in a TV sitcom. I have a bright future and am already a success.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
Boys, Bikes, and Bucks
Chris did it! He finally did it! He bought a Harly Davidson Motorcycle... isn't it hot?
I was a little skeptical at first because it was something he'd talk about ever so often with furvor, but then it'd die off and dissapear. But he found the perfect bike for the best price ever! I agreed on the buy. It was the best buy for the price... and we came to the agreement recently that it's the only bike he plans on having for a while. He already had some fun with it today, riding it around every kind of terrain he could find. He was so proud of it, I even let him take in in the house.
Cute, isn't he?
Chris really did debate greatly over getting a bike or not. He found one that everyone, even people who didn't ride bikes, said was the perfect beginner bike for him. It sounded like such a great deal, he was completely excited about it. He'd gone a few times to check out different ones, and found this perfect one at the honda store. He was so excited about it that we sat down and talked about it realistically.
The big thing was, of course, the money. Chris knew how much we were already in the red, and so did I. We didn't want to do anything frivolous, but with rising gas prices and an afordable solution within view, we considered our options. Chris came to the descision that he would take money out from the Employee Emergency Fund to bring us out of the red and be good for some time. This would make things possible for the both of us to feel comfortable about financing a motorcycle.
First off, I must say that Chris does make quite the argument for the cycle. He does have a large SUV that drinks gasoline weekly, while a cycle could keep him going for weeks back and forth to work on a much cheaper balance. He feels comfortable riding one, I'm not yet to that point. But he's not stupid, he knows that he's not ready for a huge chopper or anything. But he did find a good cruiser that worked well with him.
My big part in all this, besides reality check and support, was getting a hold of the insurance people, who ended up giving him a really great rate.
We prayed over it, on weither or not it was right, and what to do. Chris needed a big sign on weither or not it was right for him to buy at this time or not, so we prayed hard.
Well, he got his sign... We were both so excited for him to get the check in, but it took a while longer than we expected. By the time the check got deposited, the bike was gone. The place had sold it, despite Chris' constant telling them that he'd buy it.
Se-la-vie. It was disappointing to hear that, especially after the build up. I kept my hopes up when he said that he'd found another one to think about. I'd already told everyone he was getting one. I'd gotten so excited about the bike, I didn't think about Chris and how it'd all effect him.
But God did speak to us... and He solved our financial problems through this venture... not by saving us from high gas payments, but from ourselves. By Chris geting out the loan from the EEF we were able to bring ourselves out of the whole and beyond. It's a blessing.
I hope he does eventually find the perfect bike for him again. And now we know we can afford it, and even better, we can save up for it. I know that he's still got it in his head, and I know it'd be good for him because he'd get to hang out with his pal Rick, who's been an good friend to him. He's been a mentor of sorts, and would to help him with the bike and understanding on how to ride. I know it'll all happen sooner or later, but at least now we're prepaired.
I was a little skeptical at first because it was something he'd talk about ever so often with furvor, but then it'd die off and dissapear. But he found the perfect bike for the best price ever! I agreed on the buy. It was the best buy for the price... and we came to the agreement recently that it's the only bike he plans on having for a while. He already had some fun with it today, riding it around every kind of terrain he could find. He was so proud of it, I even let him take in in the house.
Cute, isn't he?
Chris really did debate greatly over getting a bike or not. He found one that everyone, even people who didn't ride bikes, said was the perfect beginner bike for him. It sounded like such a great deal, he was completely excited about it. He'd gone a few times to check out different ones, and found this perfect one at the honda store. He was so excited about it that we sat down and talked about it realistically.
The big thing was, of course, the money. Chris knew how much we were already in the red, and so did I. We didn't want to do anything frivolous, but with rising gas prices and an afordable solution within view, we considered our options. Chris came to the descision that he would take money out from the Employee Emergency Fund to bring us out of the red and be good for some time. This would make things possible for the both of us to feel comfortable about financing a motorcycle.
First off, I must say that Chris does make quite the argument for the cycle. He does have a large SUV that drinks gasoline weekly, while a cycle could keep him going for weeks back and forth to work on a much cheaper balance. He feels comfortable riding one, I'm not yet to that point. But he's not stupid, he knows that he's not ready for a huge chopper or anything. But he did find a good cruiser that worked well with him.
My big part in all this, besides reality check and support, was getting a hold of the insurance people, who ended up giving him a really great rate.
We prayed over it, on weither or not it was right, and what to do. Chris needed a big sign on weither or not it was right for him to buy at this time or not, so we prayed hard.
Well, he got his sign... We were both so excited for him to get the check in, but it took a while longer than we expected. By the time the check got deposited, the bike was gone. The place had sold it, despite Chris' constant telling them that he'd buy it.
Se-la-vie. It was disappointing to hear that, especially after the build up. I kept my hopes up when he said that he'd found another one to think about. I'd already told everyone he was getting one. I'd gotten so excited about the bike, I didn't think about Chris and how it'd all effect him.
But God did speak to us... and He solved our financial problems through this venture... not by saving us from high gas payments, but from ourselves. By Chris geting out the loan from the EEF we were able to bring ourselves out of the whole and beyond. It's a blessing.
I hope he does eventually find the perfect bike for him again. And now we know we can afford it, and even better, we can save up for it. I know that he's still got it in his head, and I know it'd be good for him because he'd get to hang out with his pal Rick, who's been an good friend to him. He's been a mentor of sorts, and would to help him with the bike and understanding on how to ride. I know it'll all happen sooner or later, but at least now we're prepaired.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Harley Man
Chris is getting a bike! No, not that bike...a motorcycle! Cool, huh? He's so psyched about it. He's been thinking about getting one for a while, but he's finally found one that would be great for him, and it's loaded with all sorts of extras. I'll take some pix and load them up so you guys can see him on it.
He officially goes through with the paperwork today. And it's something we prayed over this past weekend on wether or not it was the right decision. The real truth will come if the bike is still there by the time he gets everything lined up. We're hoping it does. He's so excited about it... it's so cute.
Although he probably won't get the loan $$ til tomorrow, but he's going to go oogle at it for a while until then.
He officially goes through with the paperwork today. And it's something we prayed over this past weekend on wether or not it was the right decision. The real truth will come if the bike is still there by the time he gets everything lined up. We're hoping it does. He's so excited about it... it's so cute.
Although he probably won't get the loan $$ til tomorrow, but he's going to go oogle at it for a while until then.
Tuesday, June 05, 2007
Pixi's first haircut
She's sooo cute! We got her shaved clean because it was getting so hot outside. Her little tale is so thin without that hair!
And since Chris and I were gone for almost a full week, she's been all cuddly since the moment we've gotten her back. It was so cute yesterday she just curled up and fell asleep in my lap while Chris and I watched the Riches last night. She rarely cuddles when she's sleeping, but she just didn't even move when I tried to get her to. So adorable, my baby pup.
And since Chris and I were gone for almost a full week, she's been all cuddly since the moment we've gotten her back. It was so cute yesterday she just curled up and fell asleep in my lap while Chris and I watched the Riches last night. She rarely cuddles when she's sleeping, but she just didn't even move when I tried to get her to. So adorable, my baby pup.
Monday, June 04, 2007
Weekend Wedding
This weekend was Heather Rich's wedding to Clayton Ward. It was beautiful... absolutely georgous! She came in by horse-drawn carrage with her father. They did their vows on an island in the middle of the "lake". And the party lasted through the night.
I'm trying to find a place to put the pictures, but I'm not sure. suggestions are welcome
I'm trying to find a place to put the pictures, but I'm not sure. suggestions are welcome
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
Everyone loves talking about Tapoos
It's true... so very true. Not neccessarily taboos, but not polite. Like, in spite of my manners, I started a topic on the MS20somethings myspace site about poop... it's the one topic that's had the most hits this year on their site! It's simply because someone (I) had had enough of not knowing about a subject that people don't talk about. I was frustrated in not knowing about MS and bowel movements being related... turns out a lot of people have felt that way and everyone was releived (haha) to have the subject finally broached. So don't be afraid to speak your mind, don't hold anything in... especially when it comes to holding stuff in!
Sorry guys, I just had to spread the word that it's okay to not be polite on the subject matter, as long as you are polite to one another in talking about it. :P
Sorry guys, I just had to spread the word that it's okay to not be polite on the subject matter, as long as you are polite to one another in talking about it. :P
Chris Flinstone
Sometimes I feel like Wilma Flinstone. Not because I feel like a sexy pre-historic red-head... but because Chris' newest hobby/sport: BOWLING
It's good to see him active in something. And since it's indoors he'll be doing it all year round. There are a lot of people here in a league and he's on the team. It's fun, but I like to tease him I feel like Wilma because he's doing it so much.
I've even made a deal with him that for every frame that has less than 8 pins down he has to do a set of 10 push ups and sit ups. This was devised because he complained that it wasn't really a "sport" or "excersize"... so I made up this rule. Haha.
Anyway, hope all is going well, just a basic update... mainly because he just left to go bowling with the guys.
Loss of Wisdom
Alright, I went today to the dentist who as really nice (Dr. Dean) and she said that my teeth were in perfectly good shape, minus the two wisdom teeth coming in. I just went for a routine cleaning. But now I've got a consultation with an orthodontic sergon to take my two wisdom teeth out (yes, I only have two... I must not be that smart). I'm nervous, but it's not gonna happen for a while, so I'm actually not bad. I have a consultation when we get back from Ok, July 7th. Fun, fun, fun.
Movin' Out
I'm so excited! We're nearly out of the old house and into the new! There are tons of boxes littering my living room, but I'm fine with that. I'm just happy that the other house is emptying out. Chris is getting excited too.
The chin's have been moved, and are enjoying their clean "new" home (same cage, just reformatted). We try to take the pups over every day, walk them about and get to know the neighborhood, and neighborhood kids. Pixi is being pickey and just whines and whines when we're moving the boxes running in and out of the house. She's even tried to get out from under the fence. Tira, on the other hand, just stays calmly indoors and watches us, waiting for us to let her check out the stuff we bring in.
Pixi, the poor dear, has been acting like an abandoned child and just following us around everywhere she can, even trying to guard the bathroom for me a time or two.
Anyway... back to the house! We're getting the big truck to move stuff this upcoming weekend. So the remaining part of this week is moving the small stuff and moving it around, so that there's room for the furniture when it gets here. Ohh, excitement!
We're trying to sell one of the former MFAs the fridge that's in the new house and one of the washer/dryer sets. We haven't heard back from him, but we need to know before this weekend. Grrrrr.
Chris has completely changed the locks over and loves the new presspad system he put in. He thinks it is the coolest... and I do too. I can't wait to actually spend a night there, though. I keep waiting, urgh.
Friday, April 20, 2007
Home Sweet Home
This should probably go under News & Views but I thought about it and it's such good news I can't help but put it here. I've got a new home! I'm so excited. I'll be moving into it next month.
I'll tell you more about it later, but I'm so drugged right now It's hard to make complete sentences... I've had to go back a few times already now. Love you all, I'll send pictures later.
I'll tell you more about it later, but I'm so drugged right now It's hard to make complete sentences... I've had to go back a few times already now. Love you all, I'll send pictures later.
Revelry
I've found this great cool web-site: www.reverendfun.com
It's got some cute, religiously based, comics that are actually pretty funny. Here's one I thought fit on this page... but check it out for yourself.
It's got some cute, religiously based, comics that are actually pretty funny. Here's one I thought fit on this page... but check it out for yourself.
Monday, April 16, 2007
MS150!!!
The MS 150 is right around the corner. Graham Lowrey is my pedal partner again this year. You can go and support him here. He's the co-captain this year and is hoping he and his team exceed the $3,000 from last year! Go and support him. His company is matching all funds raised, so please donate! You can do so via the link. The MS 150 has already raised $4.2 million so far! If you'd like to learn more, just go to http://ms150.org/
Friday, April 06, 2007
Happy Easter
Build your own Blingee
Keep going to www.bythebridgephotography.com/contest.html and voting for PC 15!!!
Saturday, March 17, 2007
Tuesday, March 13, 2007
Sammy Boy!
Ohh! I found the cutest pictures of little Sam! He's such a doll! Go check out his site here:
http://growingsam.blogspot.com/
I wasn't able to post comments, but I absolutely love the one of him by the big snowman on the bench and the one where he's peaking out from under his chair... oh, and the one at Christmas with the huge smile on his face! He's absolutely adorable. Check out the slide shows, and his awesomely fun twin sisters.
http://growingsam.blogspot.com/
I wasn't able to post comments, but I absolutely love the one of him by the big snowman on the bench and the one where he's peaking out from under his chair... oh, and the one at Christmas with the huge smile on his face! He's absolutely adorable. Check out the slide shows, and his awesomely fun twin sisters.
VOTE PC 15!!!
Hey everyone,
I've recently entered my dogs (Chris' dog Tira & my little Pixi) in the Pet Supplies Plus "Cutest Pets" Contest.
I'm trying to win this poll and some other dog is way ahead. I need you all to VOTE as best you can EVERY DAY! It takes one vote a day per computer! But other than that you can vote as many times as you'd like (even go into the store and vote!)... So, vote at home, work, school, coffee shops, wherever! The contest ends at the end of April, and the winner gets free dog food for a year! So spread the word for me, get everyone you know to vote for PC 15, and get them to spread the word, too!!!
The Web page is : http://www.bythebridgephotography.com/contest.html
I know ti's a bit biase, but I'd really like it if you'd vote for my dogs: PC 15
I've recently entered my dogs (Chris' dog Tira & my little Pixi) in the Pet Supplies Plus "Cutest Pets" Contest.
I'm trying to win this poll and some other dog is way ahead. I need you all to VOTE as best you can EVERY DAY! It takes one vote a day per computer! But other than that you can vote as many times as you'd like (even go into the store and vote!)... So, vote at home, work, school, coffee shops, wherever! The contest ends at the end of April, and the winner gets free dog food for a year! So spread the word for me, get everyone you know to vote for PC 15, and get them to spread the word, too!!!
The Web page is : http://www.bythebridgephotography.com/contest.html
I know ti's a bit biase, but I'd really like it if you'd vote for my dogs: PC 15
Please vote for PC 15!!!
Tuesday, March 06, 2007
Just News
Okay, so today was a weird day and I don't know if this blog entry should actually be in Job, but I thought it was funny, so it's here.
Today I was locked out of my house... again. I was wearing my summer pajamas, houseslippers, and long coat when Pixi decided to run the other way instead of going to the back. I quickly stopped her from running away, but in the process I slammed the door so Tira wouldn't escape outside and run either. Silly me... I didn't have a key! Everything was well locked, and I didn't have my phone. I must have looked pretty odd running around the house trying all the windows and doors.
I am, however, happy to report that our house is very safe! I won't tell you how I got in, I'll just say Chris and I have some shopping to do after work today. I got in with enough time to get ready for work, and run out... with my keys.
Oye, vey!
Today I was locked out of my house... again. I was wearing my summer pajamas, houseslippers, and long coat when Pixi decided to run the other way instead of going to the back. I quickly stopped her from running away, but in the process I slammed the door so Tira wouldn't escape outside and run either. Silly me... I didn't have a key! Everything was well locked, and I didn't have my phone. I must have looked pretty odd running around the house trying all the windows and doors.
I am, however, happy to report that our house is very safe! I won't tell you how I got in, I'll just say Chris and I have some shopping to do after work today. I got in with enough time to get ready for work, and run out... with my keys.
Oye, vey!
Friday, March 02, 2007
I'm not as crazy as I thought...
Which Britney Spears Are You?
created by Catherine
Your Results:
Stable Britney
You are quite happy with your achievements and you just keep on winning. You love your life and your goal is to continue living a well balanced life of work, family, friends, and boyfriend! People admire you and you love that, but you some of your favorite things about life includes good home cooking, dance, passion and of course, shopping!
created by Catherine
Your Results:
Stable Britney
You are quite happy with your achievements and you just keep on winning. You love your life and your goal is to continue living a well balanced life of work, family, friends, and boyfriend! People admire you and you love that, but you some of your favorite things about life includes good home cooking, dance, passion and of course, shopping!
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