New House

OMGOMGOMGOMG!! We are moving! Its been a super exciting few days. Another house in our development was owned by people we knew from church. We've need to move out of our tiny place for a while and when we heard their asking price...we jumped. So, now, I have exactly 3 days to move. Aaaaaaahhhhh! Why so soon? No, I'm not a glutton for punishment...my sister-in-law in moving into our old place. Oh, I love to rush. Ugh.
The new place needs some work. The shag carpet is a hideous shade of teal. So, that'll be the first thing to go. Here is the living room.

All the furniture you see, they are leaving us. We probably won't use all of it...my hubby wants a new couch. The kitchen is larger than my current one, too. It'll need a new floor in the next year and I'm not thrilled with the country wallpaper either.

Wow, it is a mess when I took this pic. I hope they've cleaned some of that out.

I'm so excited to furnish my new bedroom, too. I've started a pinterest board to find inspirations.

Well, I'd love to stay, but this little house isn't gonna pack itself up.

Have a great weekend!



Not Writer's Block

  Ack! I have writer's block. Well, I'm not really a writer, so I guess I just have nothing to say. This is causing me much stress. This blog means a lot to me and I want to contribute as much as possible. I've been racking my brain trying to come up with SOMETHING to say. I started a Top 5 list about all the things I'm afraid of...but it ends up I'm mostly terrified of flying objects (planes, bees, birds, etc). Honestly, thats just nuts and made me sound crazy. Then, I wrote a Top 5 list about the most awkward moments I'd ever had. That started with me finding a scary girl in my boyfriend's apartment and ended with the time I was mistaken for a drag queen. Perhaps that sounds entertaining...but I think I was reaching.
  Maybe, I could write about my experiences this week. Lets review. Hmmmm...well, I got soy sauce and toothpaste for free because of my coupon skills, started teaching my son about the solar system, finally decided Joan Rivers is just plain mean, and went on a double date for Valentine's Day. Woooo...exciting (she said with lots of sarcasm). I'll venture a guess and say that the date was the most exciting moment. We went to a Brazilian steak house. If you have yet to go, stop what you are doing and go. It is delightful. Basically, a bunch of men walk around with different types of fresh roasted meat (pork loin, filet mignon, lamb, chicken) and give you whatever you want. You can eat until you're sick. Yes, yes...this is the epitome of gluttony and if you're a vegetarian you probably hate me now...but honestly...its really fun! Oh sure, there's a salad bar. But, no one even bothers. We all had a great time.
  Well, thats it folks. I'm all out of ideas. I guess this means I'll have to do something drastic, so I have something to write about next time. Let me think. I could dye my hair purple?!

Wait...I already did that once!!

Okay, okay...maybe I could experiment with a new recipe. I like baking...how about I bake a pie.

Sad pie

Oh right...I already did that, too. It cooked a wee bit too long and ended up with a sad face. It reminded my aunt of Wilson from the movie "Cast Away". We didn't eat the pie...I felt guilty.

  Ok. I admit defeat. I can think of nothing else to do. So, I'll just hope something exciting happens in the next few days. That way...when you return...I'll have an amazing adventure to tell you about.

I DIDN'T MEAN THIS!!

Sorry, one of the things listed on my Top 5 Fears list was the apocalypse and its been on my mind. But, I was told by my best friend that its an irrational fear so lets not panic. Besides, if it did happen you can be darn sure I will not be blogging.
  On that positive note, have a great weekend folks!! Don't worry...I'm sure I'll be back next week with lots of silliness.

Aqua Girl??

This was something I wrote when my youngest was about one year old. I was somewhat stressed, which is obvious from the rambling. Though, in all honesty, I think I bring up some good points.


I wish I were a mermaid. And, I mean that in the most romantic, adventurous way possible… no sharks biting my arm off or the dead fish stench.  I mean the long hair flowing through crystal blue water and using the immense ocean as a personal playground.  Having the freedom to swim all day alone, sun myself on a rock, or annoy drunk fisherman would be my idea of a great life.  Imagine a day with no ringing cell phones, no people relying on you, and no dirty diapers to change.  Not to mention that having a tail to zoom through the sea would freakin rock!  I suppose I would have to give up some things, though.  I guess I wouldn’t hear sweet baby giggles in the morning or have one, possibly seven, vodka tonics on a Friday night.  I’m not even sure, now that I’m pondering my eminent change into a half fish/half woman, if mermaids can have sex.  Perhaps that lovely tail I had imagined would actually completely destroy any chance I’d have at a mind blowing tryst.  Hmmm… that’s not going to work for me.  I’m not even positive I could give up “Vodka Friday.”  Oh well, it would have been nice.  Although I suspect those seashell bras itch like crazy and probably give you a nasty rash.  So, I guess that means its back to real life.  I had better go change that diaper thats stinking up the living room.  Gross.
I wonder if fairies drink vodka?

Pretty!

For the princess inside...

This is another article I wrote some time ago. I actually did throw a princess party...perhaps it time for another one. Hmmmm....

I’d like to tell you a story.  Once upon a time (20 years ago) in a kingdom far, far away (three states over), lived a happy little girl.  She lived with her adoring family and had lots of fun.  She loved Barbie dolls, princess dresses, and fairy wands.  As the little girl grew up, her interests changed.  Her tastes now included men with muscles, designer handbags, and tequila.  So she married a prince, popped out two kids, and lived happily ever after.  The end.
I heard this story and it got me thinking.  Didn’t the tequila-shooting woman still have a little girl inside that wanted to wear fairy wings and sparkly lip balm?  And if I felt that way… did other women?  Perhaps, inside every mortgage-paying, dinner cooking soccer mom was a fairytale princess waiting to burst forth in a shower of pixie dust.  So, I decided to put my theory to the test.  A few years ago, I threw a “Princess Party.”  All attendees were women between the ages of twenty-five and thirty-two.  Upon arrival, all the ladies were given a tiara, magic fairy wand, and had their own fairy makeup applied.  They were treated to a candy table, stocked with an array of Smarties, chocolates and skittles.  And because this shindig was hosted by yours truly, all princesses politely sip purple vodka punch.  Of course, as the night progressed the “sipping” turned into gulping and “politely” became somewhat sloppy.  But, moving on… all in all the night was a complete success.  Everyone was smiling and felt girly and silly.  I learned alot that night about women in general.  I think most women have forgotten how fun it was to brush My Little Pony’s blue hair because they’re so preoccupied with the electric bill and jogging their asses off because their husbands think Megan Fox’s ass is sexy (Honestly… let it go, gentlemen.  We all know she’s a freak of nature).
My point is, ladies, remember who you are and where you came from.  Buy a pink feather boa to wear while watching tv at night or put a pink flower barrette in your hair.  Enjoy the little girl you still have inside.  Let her sing and jump rope.  As for me, I’m loving my sparkling pink lip balm and hoping someone will make a juicebox with vodka inside.

My favorite little troublemaker

Haircuts & Hybrids

So...I got bored. And, like most women my age, I could not swim with sharks or go climb a mountain. Instead I chose to cut my hair. "taadaaaa"! Isn't that exciting? Answer: no. But, I have had the same hair for twenty years and this was rather a fun change for me.

Before (super long)

I love it. Well, I love it now. When I first looked into the mirror, I thought I was going to cry. I did that thing we all do...smiled at the stylist, told her I loved it, and secretly screamed inside. FYI: I'm somewhat overly dramatic.

After (I had calmed down a lot)

Oh, Oh...I did something else fun. I bought a new car. *clapping* YAAAAAY!!!



My new baby!

 We had an 02 Accura, and though I truly loved her...she was getting a little old. So, we traded her in and bought a shiny, new Prius. (insert second round of clapping here) I've never owned a hybrid before and so far, I LOVE IT. The gas mileage is amazing and I discovered I really love satellite radio.
Sorry this is going to be a short post today...I have some chicken corn chowder to throw together.
Later!!

Houston

Oh wow. I'm a slacker. I haven't written in so long. But, never fear...I have returned. And I do have lots of adventures to report. First, I went to Houston. I'm from the east coast and have never been to Texas. I spent ten days in a beautiful hotel downtown. It was amazing.



View from my room


 I saw a few celebrities, too! I live on the east coast in a resort town on the beach. I don't live in NY or LA where, apparently, celebrities are walking amongst us little people on a daily basis. So, for me, any one on tv, that I see in person, is sort of nifty.
Celebrity #1 Cindy McCain. She was on the first plane I took on my way to Houston. Let me start by saying, the woman looks good. I mean really good. I have no idea how old she is...but damn...its impressive. Also, the whole flight crew adored her and she seemed to treat them very well. I like that. Celebrities that are jerks can just go jump off a bridge.
Celebrity #2 Randy from TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress" There was a bridal show the first couple days I was in town. I assume he was attending. I saw him one night in my hotel bar. I knew something interesting was happening when all the ladies in the bar went nuts. All the squeals and picture taking was hilarious. Unfortunately, he didn't stay for a drink. He walked through, took pics, gave hugs, and left.
Celebrity #3 (and most exciting) Rod Stewart
I have no idea why he was staying in my hotel and I didn't even believe it was him, at first. Then, I went to lunch in the hotel bar (I spent a lot of time there) and he was sitting three stools away from me. He seemed somewhat surly and had about three Budweisers in front of him....so I didn't ask for an autograph.
Here he is...


I did not expect Budweiser to be Rod's choice.

I was also in Houston during the Olympic marathon trials. From my cushy room, I watched them run and run and run. It was amazing. The sad part...I was too lazy to even stand during the whole race and sat in a lovely chair, propped my feet up, & sipped a Coke.I felt somewhat guilty that some would probably be puking at the finish line. I guess that's why I don't run. 

The finish line.

  I had plenty of adventures in Houston. These are just a few. I also saw dueling flamenco dancers, met an extremely intimidating reporter that happened to be a nun, and ordered a steak as big as my head. I must admit what little I saw of Texas, I loved and wouldn't hesitate to return.

Eyeshadow & Pasta

I love makeup...and I don't mean its a handy tool...I mean I really, really love makeup. If I could play with glitter eyeshadow and lipstick everyday, I would! So, I tried a new eye makeup look today. I used blue smoky shadow with a shimmer on top. The good news is that it looked great. But, the real adventure started when I tried to take my before and after pics. Holy cow...they sucked! Observe my before...

                                                               What am I looking at???

Yeah...I know...this is bad. But, my camera, otherwise known as my phone, doesn't take the best pics. So, along with a new vacuum...I would like a camera for Christmas! Anyway, the makeup was fantastic. I hope to wear it to a Christmas party this Saturday. Well, I might as well show you the after pic...prepare yourself.

Its over there now...

Its hard to see the blue shimmer prettiness...but I assure you, its there. Hopefully, any pictures from the Christmas party turn out better than these. Oh, and a big plus to playing with makeup today...I only did one eye, which is freaking the boys out. Of course, washing it off is now not an option *teehee*

Today, I also made my Mom's pasta. Its so simple, but the boys love it and I wanted a taste of home. I boil regular spaghetti. While doing that, I saute onions and red peppers in a few tablespoons of salted butter and olive oil. Once the onions are transparent I add a teaspoon or so of pesto. Then, when the pasta is done, I add a few cups right into the onions and continue to saute the whole thing for about 5-8 mins. Add salt and pepper to taste (I like it rather salty) and VOILA!! Its sometimes the simple dishes that I like the best.

                                                                  Yummmmmmmy!!

Tomorrow's adventure...apple soap. See you then!