tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6063685947122097682024-02-06T22:18:07.907-06:00Livin' Life.....in Da Heel of Da BootWendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-48550535285121993092010-07-16T12:26:00.001-05:002010-07-16T12:27:38.368-05:00I will catch up soon!!!I promise. I know everyone has given up on me by now but I will update soon. Promise. Pictures and everything.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-39233631978808579152010-04-21T16:02:00.002-05:002010-04-21T16:10:53.071-05:00Way too long......It has been forever since I posted last. I had computer issues. Oh well, I'm back now.<br /><br />I still don't have a whole lot to write about but I will try. <br /><br />I am still working in the cafeteria. I would rather be home but it's a good place to work and I know that since I do have to work, it is the best place for me at this time in my life. The most I have to miss out on with the kids is maybe a field trip here and there. I really miss being home in the mornings to get them off to school but I am here waiting for them in the afternoon. Besides, where else can I get a two month vacay!?!?<br /><br />My garden is planted and it is pretty big. Most of my seeds have sprouted. I am praying for a great garden to show off. I get a little too competitive in my garden growing but it's all good. lol<br /><br />I put some flower beds in front of the house with some of those little solar lights. It helps it look not so plain. There are a few more touches I want to add but it takes time. <br /><br />We are finally starting to feel at home in this house so we are getting ideas on how to make it fit us better. It's just to get it done! <br /><br />Well, I have to get going. We have softball practice to get to.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-77337300399072505012009-07-01T14:05:00.007-05:002009-07-01T14:56:51.794-05:00Just a look around.....Not much going on around here to write about so I thought I'd share a few pictures.<br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353573342886755202" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv9UJ8yKi4wcue7SH_xEdXSjMjzAyh42u0SNTHKffpDFTJhH4FJuRIufkNQelgYr3q4qLXn0stWDqATYWqNu_iabLVtnjliHj5KWZO1JkdRN-AlyzVmOKMb2msbiHG0S7BRcDd9A0uaz8/s320/IMG_0218.JPG" />My favorite tree.<br /><br /><br /><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 224px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 278px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353579007507453906" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5LNRvshyK4KY78emBXKO6AajQYzVJbyooFaMKNqfYl6a9sYfyr_WRbxcrOSaBTkfBMlq4QIlrchzE1WIRuoUGHNMacwFFgqWLGQNUAjXfA1UQ5aDENUMpRWazO4UBwyEYCjNLNgncN9M/s320/IMG_0222.JPG" />My handsome boy, Hoss. Sorry it's sideways I don't know how to fix it.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Wlm9UoW1OPCZvJ6vh99XN9Ma8RH_aaRJmsj4qEx1QutNolNbr3myfJaJVEs9k5NaAiBSFbLQjdx91Zk_hYdhUCKTDofocjMw1xRtfxaRqnib2dPXB98BcGUoJ-KDYerixPg7-1MK5n8/s1600-h/IMG_0212.JPG"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353573327073462882" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Wlm9UoW1OPCZvJ6vh99XN9Ma8RH_aaRJmsj4qEx1QutNolNbr3myfJaJVEs9k5NaAiBSFbLQjdx91Zk_hYdhUCKTDofocjMw1xRtfxaRqnib2dPXB98BcGUoJ-KDYerixPg7-1MK5n8/s320/IMG_0212.JPG" /></a> Coming to attack. They think I have something for them. BWAK!!! What, says you!?!?!?!<br /><br /><br /><p></p><p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353573317726204530" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjvtIkoZi9pT1NW79nfDkMIYpSNhv6_X7SubVVBopOJU29hpneiuIca4fV2ko9EV4Za-e3bxm8OxW5TPCv3bmY3fAZO2mvS7Wdgst52qrMjFKly2VmDRH57Wqb0v-govcbjL56Zsu0_tE/s320/IMG_0211.JPG" /> Fighting over the last strawberry.<br /><br /><br /></p><p></p><p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353573304216049490" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh21qWryrz3TdLm2oqh46YcbgIVqvfI8dFnVEWle9fnze1VJdPIUuKIR0C0Orox7ZjDFQrDogpkbh-SFO6VwLYYqxcwqNGrqkxUmZgXjLXIb-xJQVrq3HgBPQZTY5KKu_cpJluFuEDJ3Q4/s320/IMG_0203.JPG" /> My Lucky dog. He has little man syndrome. He has been know to intimidate the biggest of UPS men.<br /></p><p></p><p><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353573299932083538" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihFSqhz1uyidy_Aj5rVsbqIALLQLSoawdpJze9xV63CPcuS_NraM6jcoz5tI5gvYe2FcJ9db5KXchv-Gpzbd57qQD8prut179WQBgUy5kYgaJdatR2kOAqL0pSIhb4L0NNcFmYXkCqQCA/s320/IMG_0176.JPG" />The view from my backyard.<br /></p><br /><div><div><div>That's a small tour from around our little homestead. It's nothing fancy but it's home. Wish ya'll could all come visit. </div></div></div>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-59387588964137162892009-06-16T10:20:00.002-05:002009-06-16T10:43:03.589-05:00The middle of June already!Time just flies, doesn't it? I can NOT believe it is June 16! I feel like half my vacation is over already. And it just started!<br /><br />There are alot of things I would love to get done over the summer. If I get my butt in gear and really tackle this house and get some freezer meals done, it will make my life so much easier once August gets here. I have to go back to work, as much as I don't want to. <br /><br />We've already celebrated Kaleb's birthday. He had his closest buddies over and they had a camp out in the backyard. Complete with a campfire and smores. It was pretty fun. <br /><br />I've always known my little man was smart but I didn't know just how smart he was! He was referred by his teacher to be tested for Gifted and Talented. This 11 year old child tested at college freshman level in several areas on the broader spectrum tests with his guidance counselor. They are having the school's psychologist come and give him some more tests. He also had science/math camp this week with a trip to NASA on Friday. This is a reward for scoring so high on his LEAP tests. There are only about 40 kids from the whole parish that get to participate. I'm very proud of him. <br /><br />Well, I better get off of here and get some work done. I'm sure my chickens think they are starving.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-6465192465324910632009-04-26T12:34:00.002-05:002009-04-26T12:51:24.823-05:00Getting things done........We are slowing but surely getting things done around here. The new chicken coop just needs a few more touches and it will be done. It's livable for the girls so they are in there we just need to make sure it is waterproof. It is so much nicer than their old home. And it SMELLS so much better. lol It still smells like new wood and pine shavings. I will post a picture as soon as it's totally done. I still need to paint it too and I'm going to hang some flower pots from the rafters on the outside. Yes, I have big dreams. <br /><br />My garden area is all tilled and fertilized. I am WAY WAY late in getting my garden in but oh well, what are you gonna do? We've had a lot of adjustments this year and we're just getting started here on the new place so it'll take some time. Next year will be much easier. <br /><br />Heck, I haven't even gotten my front porch done yet. It's totally ho-hum and needs some curb appeal. But, I have more ambition than time or money!!! <br /><br />One really cool thing though is that my city boy husband is totally getting into the homesteading lifestyle. I love watching him get all excited over things. <br /><br />In other news, I've confirmed with my boss that I will indeed take the full time position at school. I fought myself back and forth over this for months. The economy is scaring me though. So are the prices of everything. I went to WalMart yesterday. I had 4 little bags, not even full mind you and 2 of the deli pizzas. It rang up to over $80. I wanted to throw up! OMGosh! I don't know how people are getting by. <br /><br />I don't LOVE my job. But, it's not bad. I can handle it. The hours are pretty good besides having to get up so dang early. But, on the other hand, I see quite a few people down my road leaving at the same time as me. It's a part of life for many of us and just something that has to be done. So, no more feeling sorry for myself. I need to put on my big girl panties and do what I have to do.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-35697954891957010712009-04-13T15:17:00.002-05:002009-04-13T15:25:13.383-05:00Spring is finally here........Spring time is so exciting isn't it? We have so many projects going on I don't even know if we'll accomplish it all. We're in the process of building the chickens some new digs and I am soooo behind on my gardening. My plants should be in the ground like a week ago!! Oh well, it'll all work out. I hope!<br /><br />We have the week off from school. Yippee! I needed a break from that cafeteria. It feels so good and so "normal" to be home. I'm still trying to decide if I want to go back next year. I've been praying on that for weeks now! <br /><br />Our girls are giving us so many eggs these days. Such hard working ladies. If anyone needs eggs give me a call or stop by please! $1.50 a dozen. I'm just trying to pay my feed bill not get rich! lol I really love those girls though. My husband has gotten chicken addiction because he is talking about building a new pen for more babies. Ahhhgggg...... I created a monster. With all the farm type plans he has, you would never guess that this man has transplanted from the city. lol <br /><br />Well, I'm off to figure out whats for supper. It's so nice to not be too tired to cook. I LOVE IT!!!!Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-59088848037912387962009-03-14T10:36:00.002-05:002009-03-14T10:47:25.503-05:00Hello, is anyone still out there????I'm back, I'm back!!!!<br /><br />Where to start? It's been so long. <br /><br />Well, we had a great time in Vegas. We got to go up to Ely and play in the snow. We had a blast doing that. It was so nice to get away and visit. But, we're back home now and things are starting to feel "normal" again. <br /><br />We've gone through such a big transistion in the last few months. I think it all caught up with me and I got in a sorta "funk". Even my doctor offered me some "happy" pills but I think all I really need is some warm air, sunshine and garden dirt between my fingers and toes. I'm feeling myself coming out of it now and I am very relieved about that.<br /><br />I've neglected some online and real life friends and I'm so sorry for that. I've been a terrible friend. I don't like to spread my grumpiness around. lol I still love you all, I promise. And I miss you terribly. <br /><br />Oh well, I have things I need to get done today. I had high hopes for today but the weather is not cooperating. I have to run to the feed store and then come home and get inside stuff done I guess. I'll talk to you all later.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-85115269738308140862009-01-01T00:32:00.002-06:002009-01-01T00:40:07.821-06:00Hello from Las VegasSorry it's been so long since I last updated. We've had alot going on. <br /><br />Right now we are visiting with family and having a great time. We don't see them often enough! <br /><br />The week before we left was spent both working and trying to move all at the same time. I don't even want to think about what's waiting for me at home! <br /><br />As of right now, my interenet is off. It may be a while before I have it up and running again. I have satellite internet so I have to wait for them to come and install a satellite. No telling how long that will take. Until then, I will update when I can and hopefully check in using the internet on my phone. I really hate using that though. <br /><br />We'll be home this weekend and hoping to see all our friends and family. I miss being home.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-69386982725439855742008-12-12T16:30:00.002-06:002008-12-12T16:32:18.157-06:00English Toffee Anytime.......My friend is having a contest on her blog. Go check it out. If you follow the instructions you'll get some really great toffee. <br /><a href="http://swampsuburbia.blogspot.com/">http://swampsuburbia.blogspot.com/</a>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-68753722882959673502008-12-09T19:06:00.002-06:002008-12-09T19:41:18.792-06:00The Most Boring Blog on the InternetIt's no secret. I know this. I must have the most boring, stale blog on the internet. Fortunately, it doesn't bother me one bit. ;-)<br /><br />I just feel like I don't have anything to write about. My dear friend Andrea gives me all these topics but when I sit down to write about them.......nothing comes out. I'm not much of a story teller I guess. <br /><br />Anyway, I can let anyone who is interested know all about what's been going on with us. <br /><br />I've been working at school EVERYDAY now. I like it, I guess. I work with some really sweet ladies. They make it bearable. The thing is, it's not the job. Anyone who knows me well knows what a weird homebody I am. I HATE not being at home. If it wasn't for that I'd probably really like it. I miss not being able to clean my house when I want. I miss having the energy to do the things I like to do. I have some very sore feet when I come home in the afternoons. One of the saddest things is that I miss listening to FOX NEWS all day. How sad am I?! Gee whiz, girly. You NEEDED a job!!!!! I know, you can say it. It's ok. <br /><br />The kids are great. I can't believe it's almost halfway through the school year already. Before we know it, it'll be spring and softball season. I'll have to try and keep my accident prone husband off the field this year. You can go back to the beginning of my blog to read all about that.<br /><br />For Christmas this year, we'll be making the trek to Vegas. It's been quite a while since we've seen our family there. We're looking forward to it. With that being said, I have so much to do to prepare that I just don't feel like I have time for. YIKES! <br /><br />And wouldn't you know it. Right as I'm ready to publish this post, I have to wait for a good ol' Louisiana thunderstorm to pass through first. Stupid satellite internet.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-5596884145922883242008-11-22T12:16:00.005-06:002008-11-22T12:54:19.101-06:00Twilight....My movie review.....<a href="http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/hollywoodgallery_2029_24022262"><img style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 191px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 264px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/hollywoodgallery_2029_24022262" border="0" /></a> So we went to see Twilight last night. It was pretty good for a low budget movie. Bubba liked it even more than I did. Of course, he didn't read the books so he didn't have any expectations and he didn't notice all the things that were wrong and missing.<br /><br /><div><div><div>I liked it enough that I want to watch it again. I won't go back to the movies to watch it but I'll buy the dvd and probably watch it everytime it comes on HBO or Showtime. Not because the movie was amazing but because I'm a loyal fan. And really, who can get enough of the Twilight saga? </div><br /><div>I was dissapointed when I first saw who was cast as Edward. He was never MY Edward. However, I think Robert Pattinson pulled it off. It was a bit shakey at the beginning but it got better. James Franco would have been much closer to MY Edward. Alas, he's too old to play the part and I doubt that he would have had the time to play in the low budget teeny bopper movie. They probably couldn't have afforded him anyway. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271551795926000066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 264px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY4n4aTO8uqSyh4QU3vbHGhfZAVaRzFydze85jns5NVNtFT8fC8OJmA3PHQTFXQSw7VLJjp4vJOMfDL9qziD_F1GzuRBLbDx8QRPWsL0qqWvncIyuz__CnIjuIqsPiShxSNSDbrSNykdM/s320/franco+2.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271552039203467426" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 266px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 320px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoY8_vmYtoeAOOrBwYrBOgFGXTZCTm_TnM-Oij4YzapG0xSrh9ShpVDefqYZ_VVMxCtEtsIXNkcPZCuSP8HuNa7lII3g0ZDoZd_ZyEU3F_IKl5mNZsqIGCJmEETBya9zZt3i2PWrOAoA0/s320/481267926_48e6c10aa2.jpg" border="0" /><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271552042685501714" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 256px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2EgQrJ1ISfqBERt5JujcqcePSytwQNBxJo0MsNQ5sLWhJo6pTxYe7as7KJcnnl0rHgSiv5kPqylbiYTqMrr2aB6DMzO5znnZBN0_8mhRV4IDT-Br95zbmHN7M7L9A7by9CqrZfXLU9v0/s320/90694101_62b6415541_o.jpg" border="0" /><br /><div>I wish there would have been more time to build the characters. Two hours wasn't long enough for this movie. The emotions and relationships between the characters are too deep for a two hour time slot. The movie barely scratched the surface. </div><div></div><div> </div><div>Alice was adorable, of course even though Ashley's acting was so-so. I was sad that we really didn't get to know her. Jasper, oh gosh, I laughed everytime I looked at him. It was awful. One character that they nailed was Emmett. Kellan WAS Emmett. He had the look and the personality. We even got a glimpse of what a clown he is. I loved Esme even though she only had like 2 lines. Carlisle, ehh, he was kind of bland. Rosalie was what I'd expect Rosalie to be. Charlie was a doll. Billy was right on and Jacob looked like a little kid but you could kind of feel his down to earthness. He's a scrawny little boy though so I'm wondering how they are going to make him grow if they continue with the sequels. And Bella, honestly, she's pretty much how I envisioned her. </div><div></div><div>All in all, this is a good movie. In one way it's better for those who don't know the story because they can't pick it apart for it's flaws. On the other hand I'm glad I know the story behind the things that were happening because they just didn't or couldn't capture it on screen. </div><div> </div><div>I have lots more thoughts on this movie but I hope you all go out and watch it to see for yourselves. Draw your own conclusions. The things that were important to me may not be the same for you. We at least have to support it so that we can see a "New Moon" in the future. Hopefully they'll have a bigger budget and be able to do more. </div></div></div>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-5493210945513224642008-11-04T14:34:00.004-06:002008-11-04T14:51:19.464-06:00Chocolate Chip Cookies<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirQLfi97R0x9zoUGDkYwo3WIR6o3JGT56xNKV9Qa3ZnwU6gQP-Tp9cQ4KQnjtlGfOkuAuP1Ljnfdi1Lm0lZKkqjpjXftSP-jrk6GBZusKc1oTxWizryrVmqc0I6TRhPmrElNrDZCeW5CQ/s1600-h/cc+cookies.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264905202946649346" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirQLfi97R0x9zoUGDkYwo3WIR6o3JGT56xNKV9Qa3ZnwU6gQP-Tp9cQ4KQnjtlGfOkuAuP1Ljnfdi1Lm0lZKkqjpjXftSP-jrk6GBZusKc1oTxWizryrVmqc0I6TRhPmrElNrDZCeW5CQ/s320/cc+cookies.JPG" border="0" /></a>I thought I'd share our favorite chocolate chip cookie recipe with ya'll today. The kids are home today so I'm making them a treat. I had to send them outside first though! <br /><br />I came across this recipe on the web years ago and it's been a favorite ever since. <br /><br /><strong>1 cup (2 stick) softened butter</strong><br /><strong>1/2 cup white sugar</strong><br /><strong>1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar</strong><br /><strong>2 eggs</strong><br /><strong>2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract</strong><br /><strong>2 1/2 cups all purpose flour</strong><br /><strong>3/4 teaspoon salt</strong><br /><strong>1 teaspoon baking powder</strong><br /><strong>1 teaspoon baking soda</strong><br /><strong>1 1/2 bags of semisweet chocolate chips</strong><br /><strong></strong><br /><strong>Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large bowl cream together butter, sugars, eggs and vanilla. In another bowl, mix flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Combine wet and dry ingredients. Stir in chocolate chips. With your fingers, place golf ball sized dough balls 2 inches apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes or just until edges are light brown. </strong><br /><br />I prefer the milk chocolate chips, of course the kids like the M&M's. I have both in the picture above. 1 bag of baking M&M's and 1/2 bag of milk chocolate chips. Any flavor chips work well. <br /><br />Another tip: If you want to give your chocolate chip cookies a more interesting flavor, add a teaspoon or so of cinnamon to your dough. YUM It doesn't taste cinnamony but it gives a nice accent to the chocolate.<br /><br />What's your favorite cookie?Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-25442166790625550582008-10-31T13:07:00.004-05:002008-10-31T13:38:35.135-05:00Happy Halloween<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglUdvm3WUbIideh6als_7jWUDJcFy1QdKCzZPqwEQwIT6o1s37_JacdkuA7dhLfP8v0gTK6CLOYo1nrvRn3MtUa8w4_DyngKHSMqQ0FvWZmLgRgu0nCsjvlrbsFUWqhyiu9Knmg3q10wA/s1600-h/Halloween+08+(8).JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263388356583463682" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglUdvm3WUbIideh6als_7jWUDJcFy1QdKCzZPqwEQwIT6o1s37_JacdkuA7dhLfP8v0gTK6CLOYo1nrvRn3MtUa8w4_DyngKHSMqQ0FvWZmLgRgu0nCsjvlrbsFUWqhyiu9Knmg3q10wA/s200/Halloween+08+(8).JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZkkpdHHdm-PcCKEktDrkIxmsLdpCtkoxQxumojZtA7dwoaZ8u3iJ-_bQeEeLg5QbzMWoyYcW2eVzkg_AYZByK2b5yIgEtw0IvLSYpO_3QgYlvVZOdABT7v9lWgY1oUJZ95KLVmnF0QCM/s1600-h/Halloween+08+(7).JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263388352580790882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZkkpdHHdm-PcCKEktDrkIxmsLdpCtkoxQxumojZtA7dwoaZ8u3iJ-_bQeEeLg5QbzMWoyYcW2eVzkg_AYZByK2b5yIgEtw0IvLSYpO_3QgYlvVZOdABT7v9lWgY1oUJZ95KLVmnF0QCM/s200/Halloween+08+(7).JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJZyZgVpiDJGzJMvvjj6R40wc2WCne7tNHhTSWHAV1d553sI-E3LX13t8WqOwo74vW7-FlAfrRTOYMIEoIPJy0GCaiNonLwDC7kuJRF2DY9nyKt_wEzRBq-GDcPDPrTe2T1cfUAqqIXaE/s1600-h/Halloween+08+(4).JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263388333995516066" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJZyZgVpiDJGzJMvvjj6R40wc2WCne7tNHhTSWHAV1d553sI-E3LX13t8WqOwo74vW7-FlAfrRTOYMIEoIPJy0GCaiNonLwDC7kuJRF2DY9nyKt_wEzRBq-GDcPDPrTe2T1cfUAqqIXaE/s200/Halloween+08+(4).JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHWutla-il_zO38HJV5UiTJK45i2kJ9BOvmDU51jqEc9nciYO9EivUA1S_fNqgrXJiS9nDFo7cbQNSWB_bei38LOB85BeytZHKiOLfu-1P3zSLdtvn6iub8qCnKsVwluJGPw3jaSGS-D4/s1600-h/Halloween+08+(3).JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263386999084182882" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHWutla-il_zO38HJV5UiTJK45i2kJ9BOvmDU51jqEc9nciYO9EivUA1S_fNqgrXJiS9nDFo7cbQNSWB_bei38LOB85BeytZHKiOLfu-1P3zSLdtvn6iub8qCnKsVwluJGPw3jaSGS-D4/s200/Halloween+08+(3).JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6uLbgqN-tP8vpfXUeFLD4uJv2vU1gfzXPolDTrIa8P2xhEjnvczsMFNds-5H7md1DIIOYUcRp05d4T0lxc-aDbkG8Gse_UVk9HiYniVnBMSvapxoyB2JHi5IxMSwCX9s_nim02HRXoOY/s1600-h/Halloween+08.JPG"></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div></div>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-35988391911528683912008-10-23T08:08:00.007-05:002008-10-23T08:51:29.334-05:00Miss Bertha<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3l0CbTMJuqkqpLGKvWUK2LmZzIgmGQevKuI4xxcNHYCKiWjcE9DRwd6083EtD1JVWNpG5tqVjDfKnFQM-2RDE8SgnwHoWtRfnG3C5YJNreSsCC9iN0nmSIrV8POSgVMr0QFQ3gevMUTA/s1600-h/S4200004.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5260338786213690338" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3l0CbTMJuqkqpLGKvWUK2LmZzIgmGQevKuI4xxcNHYCKiWjcE9DRwd6083EtD1JVWNpG5tqVjDfKnFQM-2RDE8SgnwHoWtRfnG3C5YJNreSsCC9iN0nmSIrV8POSgVMr0QFQ3gevMUTA/s320/S4200004.JPG" border="0" /></a>Miss Bertha is a Light Brahma pullet. She is my husband's favorite chick (besides me!).<br /><br />Light Brahma's are a heavy breed chicken. They are very hardy and are brown egg layers. Miss Bertha isn't laying yet but come Spring she should be quite productive. I can't wait!<br /><br />I'm so sad that we lost her twin sister. I'd love to have more Brahma's because they are so sweet and pretty but even the hatcheries are sold out right now. Miss Bertha is not a show chicken, she comes from hatchery stock but I think she's a beauty anyway. I can't wait to see her when she's full grown. She's only 8 weeks old right now.<br /><div><br /><div>Now, I have a thing about bird feet. They look kinda freaky. But, look at her neat feathered feet. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5260336994550484274" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_CJHOHSklWlluXB3xjTRzXWVqW_cYDpjLisY8AyirQ55GL7C3blRTNONta3k_xpQWHwcEw4ZwSo2sqCvecGjD4pk5P3RyuHLkAgssHssmNLEKQ7dhKmvAnpEPeUtnXPgTiQL67Vwk-QI/s320/S4200002.JPG" border="0" /><br />Miss Bertha takes lots of naps with her sisters. Here she is with Miss Rhoda. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5260337939402391394" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0s1E6p1EoUzNh6eVxUrbYnEIvgSNITHyJg0qo8OQWUbNOUJR6r4LSCm7jiy7rQ096jCQ4M-FWFU5drGlbHV2ehV1abcTVLfEremDpbFF42VPEan6K-1C9sSzZPp-hepd2LBZljYE-Xhk/s320/miss+bertha.JPG" border="0" /><br /><br />And lastly, here are the new babies. I had to order these to replace the ones killed by the evil rat terrier Sassy.<br /><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5260340959161781058" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 240px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9sPqaStH0J2KAW25vKSBl5j12tX-bMntr3G2CN5RlhRujoWQ4f7Pa1EAQ-7CnTW9NyaWx93CtdGczhO7Ro9JvYAvipBcpaoz7hyW1lDaTvgeYRTN1ZoMmsHEkcFaZwrMFJfwnmfrHL0Q/s320/miss+bertha+(3).JPG" border="0" /></p><p>There are 27!!! of them. They are still just little girls, only 3 weeks old. I tried to brood them but it seems the rules are a bit different here in South Louisiana. These girls do not like being under lights. They like being outside! lol They will chirp and holler and have a fit until I put them out there. I guess our normal weather feels like a brooder. It does to me! </p><p>We sectioned off a little area for them inside the big girls fence. We had to seperate them because the big girls were pecking them. They are starting to get used to each other now though. Once they get big enough to defend themselves we'll start easing them into the same space. </p><p>I never expected to have 37 chickens. Heck, I didn't WANT 37 chickens but I was so sad when we lost half the other batch I just had to order more and they won't send less than 25 at a time for the safety of the chicks. This last time they threw in 2 extra. Now I love them all. It's a horrible addiction, I tell ya. </p><p> </p>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-12192791646458399232008-10-20T17:17:00.002-05:002008-10-20T17:35:30.890-05:00Kitchen Inspiration<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifw-nJAhptbQgmmAOGYPp3ydngOcwePkzV-pdSo0JLmVgeDuRB702qKqyXadW9gER36Eh7iD23M47E7-j001EYH49RTh5fUGHrON0M-FRsUr8BNzopMMJWVibUKHPWZUqNsbQJBKg20IE/s1600-h/Rooster+plates.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5259364301123249618" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifw-nJAhptbQgmmAOGYPp3ydngOcwePkzV-pdSo0JLmVgeDuRB702qKqyXadW9gER36Eh7iD23M47E7-j001EYH49RTh5fUGHrON0M-FRsUr8BNzopMMJWVibUKHPWZUqNsbQJBKg20IE/s320/Rooster+plates.JPG" border="0" /></a> This set of dishes is the whole inspiration behind my kitchen decor. I LOVE these dishes and all the colors in them. This picture does not do them justice. The downside is that my little kitchen is running out of room for all my rooster and chicken paraphernalia.<br /><div> </div><div>Tomorrow I will be featuring Miss Bertha. She is my one surviving Light Brahma pullet of the Chicken Massacre of 2008. She had a twin sister but she fell to the evil rat terrier Sassy. </div>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-30737262198658460802008-10-17T18:40:00.003-05:002008-10-17T18:44:26.196-05:00Kiss your cafeteria ladyWell, maybe not kiss her, unless you want to. lol But really, they should have Cafeteria Lady Appreciation Day. Those ladies work hard. And tell your kids to not be so messy!!! ;-)Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-29669021291460496462008-10-16T15:59:00.002-05:002008-10-16T16:03:11.795-05:00Oh how I wishI had something to post about. I'm so sorry I'm such a boring blogger. <br /><br />Not a whole lot going on in my life to write about. <br /><br />We're in kinda sorta negotiations on a house. Yeah, kinda sorta. It's complicated. IF we get the house, I'll post all about this mess. lol <br /><br />I get to go to work in the cafeteria tomorrow. YAY! It's only for tomorrow but whatever, I get to get out of the house!Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-14990355561451229412008-10-06T10:05:00.012-05:002008-10-06T11:16:32.482-05:00Crawfish (or Shrimp) Etouffee......<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0o7kagRh080r4u9ZAB0vpJ6jQ2hJJnFZ4b1BxycgBlJkDJkHVaXzbyarUfwCqBuWBLhyphenhyphenBDDfUL7k8Id7Rc6DZhXXenJc0xvfaHil64_b7ULsQqbR_PkHbAyMXaQSk4lP7Jwt52PQpFl4/s1600-h/Shrimp+Creole.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254058430702489058" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0o7kagRh080r4u9ZAB0vpJ6jQ2hJJnFZ4b1BxycgBlJkDJkHVaXzbyarUfwCqBuWBLhyphenhyphenBDDfUL7k8Id7Rc6DZhXXenJc0xvfaHil64_b7ULsQqbR_PkHbAyMXaQSk4lP7Jwt52PQpFl4/s320/Shrimp+Creole.JPG" border="0" /></a>Today we're using shrimp. My grocery store was completely out of crawfish and I didn't have any in the freezer so I had to settle for shrimp. Poor me. ;-)<br /><br />I've been meaning to post this for a while but as I've come to find, I'm a really lazy blogger. lol<br /><div><div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div>Etouffee is a South Louisiana classic. You will find as many recipes as you will families. Everybodys got their own little touches. The recipe I'm posting today is pretty basic. </div><br /><div></div><div>I wish I would have taken more detailed pictures but I hate my camera. It takes really crappy pictures. </div><br /><div>You start with a light roux or as I call it the "peanut butter" stage. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254060633147010034" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhohpgZ2zRdN9q_nLakcTJ3jRZdT4lGwG8UoMPjrasMrz0R_08zpl3pcYscM6lkc0vaqAolVXbpj73sVjwvORuoYHdeWbujEY8N0fn2oJ76yvea3KsCEjpxSbGVX4pd4pjOOtLGVMyYf28/s320/Shrimp+Creole+(1).JPG" border="0" />This is 1 cup of oil and 1/2 cup of flour. Be careful with your roux. Please don't burn it. If you burn it, you have to start all over. I won't even admit to how many times I did that when I was learning to cook. It's a pain and it makes you want to throw the whole pot out the door and go to Burger King. Don't get discouraged. Practice makes perfect. OR, you could always use this:</div><br /><div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254062800812953202" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 161px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 178px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" height="116" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg01yqEvyJVV-rgkYXFTaBdQnZMWVxg-ll5t15SGNEp9QDNzmwsVW4oFGt2ARZmlJ-Lwx3TXICP4J9rG2vumOcifpl6LqbeTHbzjl_PCHDw6ZX24WE_OmMHmEXBxTPnwgr5rr0Rlmxdxh0/s200/light+roux.jpg" width="102" border="0" />Whatever works for you. This saves alot of time but I personally can't justify paying several dollars for something I can make for pennies. That being said, I have used it in the past. No big deal. </div><br /><div>Now, I add water to my roux. About a pint. Mix it until it is all smooth. NO LUMPS. Then add the chopped veggies. It will be thick but there's a method to my madness. I promise. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254065199632096898" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNueLRmQo5_QJB_Z-ziaWx_WpLiu1P2FcGFppfxCk970sXx13u5l5JMCNTSG_VA_ayvNyud4vO8A7zZL-bDVhoYL9fACjjmbMU1QaXp1dH3x-PvPccPPmQ6ypX1j3U6_B0qxPM78gS-s/s320/Shrimp+Creole+(3).JPG" border="0" />Let this cook, stirring frequently for about 30 minutes. If you decide that your roux mixture just doesn't have enough color for you, you can add about 1/2 cup of tomato sauce. It enhances both color and flavor. </div><br /><div>Next, I add the shrimp. With all the hurricane stuff going on down there, I haven't been able to get to Holly Beach for fresh shrimp *my shrimp guys home was washed away, again ;-( * so I had to settle for frozen from the store. Louisiana shrimp is best. Check the package. ;-)</div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254066406877451890" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwwcvHANEzils9RrQvtC2WmFe_9vjSbE-_Se_OZa61ThoRj9ImJjg-Li4H3gES0Uifkw2znTbk0h2sGJi0_OY1GQ9wEr_Y0x9alDVGRkT02uqiTIQr10ljcZyDdGe2Rveczg6sWHrkvPU/s320/Shrimp+Creole+(5).JPG" border="0" />I use the shrimp directly from the freezer. I just run it under water to make it seperate from the plastic cut it across the top and squeeze it into the pot. All the juices are frozen and I don't loose any of them.<br /><p><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254067232374345474" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVV9Ak4BD3RxjzaX_H9nuzy9-YoH8bqXndp1xv0q5rB2j8oJVAxpm8QEXu4-Q-ge1lM2gIL4O8Y_CnX7KzeXHY_UqoSXupPJB28ahRMAvXfLBM0EfpC9hx1esI8SG_npH3gIdg2f9K1oc/s320/Shrimp+Creole+(6).JPG" border="0" />This is going to melt down right into my roux. This is why I don't add all the water at first. It would get too runny. You don't want a runny etouffee. It's has to be thick and creamy. The shrimp and vegetables all make their own water as they cook down so don't be tempted to add too much water at first. You can always add more later but it's hard to take away. </p><p>Once it's all cooked and melded together, taste it and season it. I use Tony's of course but you can use whatever you like.<br /></p><p>I forgot to get a picture of it finished in the pot but you can get an idea of how it's supposed to be from the plated picture. </p>Serve over white rice with a side of potato salad, green salad and/or crusty bread for dipping.<br /><br />You can't get more Louisiana than this. Give it a try.<br /><br />Crawfish Etouffee<br />1/2 cup flour<br />1 cup oil<br />1 large onion, chopped<br />1 large bell pepper, chopped<br />1/2 stalk of celery, chopped<br />1 1/2 pints of water<br />1/2 cup tomato sauce<br />2 pounds crawfish or shrimp<br />1/2 cup green onion tops<br />1 tbps. dried parsley<br />Seasoning to taste<br /><br />Make a light roux. Add water and tomato sauce and mix until smooth. Add chopped vegetables and cook about 30 minutes. Stirring frequently to prevent sticking or scorching. Add seafood and cook another 20 minutes or until seafood is done. (If you use frozen like I did, it will take a bit longer) Don't overcook. Add seasonings to taste. If it's too thick add a little water. If it's too thin you can add a bit of cornstarch to thicken.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-54808048020554939092008-09-26T13:49:00.002-05:002008-09-26T13:53:27.403-05:00I Must ConfessI've grown to really, REALLY like being home by myself during the day. Why does that make me feel guilty? Maybe confessing that will jinx me and the school will finally call me in to work? I kinda hope so, I kinda hope not. lol No really, I do hope so. While I like this alone time that I have to do things without any interruptions, I feel very unproductive. I guess I shouldn't because I do get an awful lot of things done. I know when I start work, I'll miss these quiet days.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-38863246155111957292008-09-17T15:34:00.003-05:002008-09-17T15:40:11.296-05:00I Guess I'm Not the Sharpest Crayon in the BoxSo here's the deal. Since I haven't written a post in so long, I was going to do a whole tutorial on gumbo making. It's been nice and cool here the last few days and it just feels like gumbo weather.<br /><br />I made a very yummy gumbo last night. I took pictures of the whole process, even the potato salad. <br /><br />Today I went to get the pictures off my camera to write the post. My memory card wasn't in my camera!!! My usb cord has mysteriously disappeared so NO PICTURES! Ugh.....<br /><br />I'll do it again another time, I promise. <br /><br />It looks like we'll finally have a pretty weekend to go outside and get some work done so if we do anything interesting like, maybe build a chicken coop(I hope) I will take pictures to share.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-63856844736005402532008-09-08T14:24:00.003-05:002008-09-08T14:34:24.812-05:00So sad...........One of my sweet little yellow babies was eaten by a mean old lab today. That's the second time this particular dog has ticked me off. The first time he jumped on and knocked down my baby. The human one. Now this!!! He doesn't know it yet, but we have a score to settle. I usually love dogs, especially labs but this one......... grrrrrr.........Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-27824496513086776072008-08-28T16:53:00.003-05:002008-08-28T16:59:04.585-05:00My babies are here.....They're getting settled in their new home. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239690548443321234" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-DJuFp2NRcBdEZBvLTa8lMpy3nJms3f1hFW3CX0Ig62K2tiTiH12OOxz1WGKIEu5ZWzl8OW6zdKXA7aKowtCZz8hyphenhyphenf4nUftVJtf0FdkM4DCVAcknJu2X-D3ePYAyIHUmVHTrZ026fiPQ/s320/babychicks.JPG" border="0" /><br /><p>Who couldn't love this face and those fluffy butts? <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5239691167093399810" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4II7DjBqZMsCGEcjOsvje_chxAfVn3CLtfwKcPiHoM3JP39KRFx1qjyFLfJnZGaHHLDYNYffX1jTokH2rKEry1dQsmaVmYfbp0ZR06hMZAlyCrdjYYL30KufJQCgPGCDwvSPMrvD84Cw/s320/babychicks+(1).JPG" border="0" /></p><br /><p></p>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-24036321265690405402008-08-23T19:48:00.002-05:002008-08-23T19:56:38.725-05:00In the Words of My Dear Friend Amy...."I haven't fallen off the face of the earth..." lol <br /><br />There's just not a whole lot to write about lately. My life is oh so NOT exciting!<br />Of course, I rather boring over exciting most of the time anyway. <br /><br />We've finished our first full week of school with no problems. Even Gracie likes school. Maybe I shouldn't say that and jinx myself? <br /><br />I'm waiting on a call anyday now to go to work. I applied at the school board to work in the cafeteria. Oh so glamorous, I know, but you can't hardly beat the hours. I have to start off as a substitute and wait for something permanent to open. So really, it'll be last minute calls for now.<br /><br />I'm so bored at home by myself. I finish all my work and there's no one here to mess it up for me to have to it over again! I feel so unproductive just sitting here twiddling my thumbs every day. I've also heard and seen way too much of the national news stations. I'm a news junkie when I can actually listen to it. And believe me, it's been so quiet here during the day, I'm listening to too much of it. <br /><br />So yeah, that's all that's been going on lately. That's why I haven't bothered to bore ya'll. lol If something exciting happens, I'll write.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-67645089601209258672008-08-14T07:45:00.004-05:002008-08-14T08:02:21.581-05:00Conquering Fears.......I'm so proud of my sweet girl. Two days in a row now, she has faced her biggest fear. Being with strangers....... I put her on the bus with her brother, sister and cousin this morning. She ran out to meet the bus and everything. But, once it was time to actually step on there, she wasn't so sure. She wanted me to go with her. Don't those sad little faces just break your heart? It didn't take long to talk her into getting on so I kind of ushered her up the steps before she could change her mind.<br /><br />It makes me kind of sad because I feel like I pushed her into it all at once. I know it needs to be done but she is still my baby. I don't remember the other ones being so babylike when they started school even though they were the same age. Maybe it's just because she is my last.<br /><br />Her teacher said she did well yesterday but she had a problem staying in her seat. Hey, I've already warned her that she's a handful. That's why she's in school this year. She needs practice before going to K. She's smart. She doesn't need to educational part, she needs the learning how to control herself part!<br /><br />So, we've passed another milestone today. I've had a stressful week with these milestones. I've been dreading this week for a while now. I'm relieved that it's going better than I thought it would but I can't wait for the routine to actually feel normal. I just feel kind of out of sorts still.Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-606368594712209768.post-71055025692284997012008-08-13T09:04:00.005-05:002008-08-13T09:16:53.838-05:00Back to School......It's that time of year again. This year I'm both happy and sad because my baby is going to school. <img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234003613598036402" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcKxADloyxPmUoS-vxHLp1BLUjRpMkYQGhxPRCZ8X4aEGCz606KvlbB7juRVcmldigEVZe8okuk4H1GcenviQAH-Im3SXy-IFTa6Hn3Nq2tnHWHT-HxBM8pNCqKebdu2Xx8A0d6IiLAsA/s320/first+day+of+school+(2).JPG" border="0" />I dropped her off this morning. It wasn't as bad as I was expecting it to be but it wasn't nearly as easy as it was with the other two. This one has been attatched to me since the day she was born. It's just her personality I guess.<br /><div></div><div>I went in with her and showed her where to put all her stuff. Then she saw puzzles and wanted to play so we put a couple of puzzles together. Then, the bell rang and I had to leave. Ugggg..... When I first told her I had to leave, she just said ok, but as I walked to the door she ran after me crying. The teacher's aide had to hold her so I could leave. It makes me cry but I know she'll be ok once she gets used to it. I just hope she starts having fun and doesn't cry all day. That just breaks my heart. </div><div> </div><div>The other two are always ready for school. They love it. I'm so lucky that they're such easy kids. </div><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5234005155967264434" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; CURSOR: hand; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKIbTGFBPwkZA7Oy8EICHv6iLnAQmSaovyEIsZ_B3vR4SbzkBxHe9r3_15Lj0JqF6ZJtUjEjutAtyZSFInhyphenhyphenv5DA8HlXlJUgMyZ2qkXMdv-fgqaeAnTA8xKIXBvImwL7lZLX17Aopd9ME/s320/first+day+of+school.JPG" border="0" /><br />My house is eerily quiet right now and I'm not sure I like it. This is the beginning of a big change in our lives. Nothing will ever be the same. No more babies at home, I plan to go back to work soon, the older two are so independent. When did this happen? On one hand I'm excited about it and on the other I'm not sure I'm ready for this! <br /><div><br /></div><br /><div></div>Wendyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14225877272047366643noreply@blogger.com2