Life

In my last blog, I was begging everyone to leave me comments. Since then, it's been about 1 week since I've posted again. My lovely sister, Shannon, let me know that it was time for me to post. This last week, I have had a hard time when it comes to writing a new blog, because since reading all about Luke, it's as if everything else is so silly. Life is strange like that. In one home, everything might be going just right, and yet right next door, the storms of life are crashing in. I've been a little grumpy this week. Not for any apparent reason, maybe it had something to do with the fact that I was on my period. But other than that, I really have nothing to complain about, yet that fleshy, nasty, part of me complains, and nags. That's just ugly, and selfish. I am so thankful that we are all healthy. Oh, God - please forgive me for my selfish ways, and my complaining heart. Do a creative miracle in Luke's life and body. Thank you for loving me unconditionally. Well, that it for today. Madison has a tournament today and tomorrow. Miah is going horseback riding for the first time, and Mikelle will be hanging out with me and CA at the softball tourney.

Thank you for responding!

Hello, blogger fans! Thank you all so much for the comments. 5 comments to be exact. That is so exciting. I think we should all make a point to send more comments. It's so exciting to get them. I was just on the finishing touches designing my clothing line, when all of a sudden all of the comments just started flooding in. I called my girl, Vera, ya know, Vera Wang- and she bought my designs for big time money. 99 cents to be exact, but who's counting. You will be able to find my Spring Line at Kohl's next spring. Okay, enough jokes...I was reading Shannon's blog and her quest to become a runner. I admire her desire, I just personally can't imagine it for myself. I hate running too! Tonight I was watching Entertainment Tonight, or some show like that, and this Dr. was on there talking about how some cancers come from eating too many carbs. That's scary- The other thing he said is that exercise doesn't make you skinny, it makes you hungry. Of course I like that statement, but I don't know that I agree with it. Plus there are other health benefits, such as cardiovascular health...But I do agree, that when I am working out, I am so much more hungry. It seems as though I can either workout, and not eat so good- or eat good, but not workout. Anyone else have that problem? I wish weight wasn't such an issue. I find myself jealous of those people, who don't have to do much to maintain a healthy weight. I am like the worlds largest roller coaster- up and down, and up and down. Well, I think it's time for bed. So everyone, sweet dreams.

Is anyone there?

Well I always joke that I blog for my sister, and my mom. I am starting to think it's true. Does anyone ever read my blog? Could someone just send me a comment once in a while? I feel like a loser in blog world. I don't craft at all. My sister does that. I played sports, she didn't. I can't craft, she isn't athletic- ha ha! I always like to tease her just a bit, and since she is the only one reading this, it's probably ok. Maybe I will just start being crafty, or write poetry, or design a new line of clothing. Let me think about my options and I will get back to you all.

Loss of a friend-

I just found out today that a friend of mine from Junior High and High School died yesterday. His name was Rob Reagle. He was actually my first kiss-the summer between 7th and 8th grade. We just dated a couple months during that summer, but remained friends thru graduation. We actually went to Sr. Prom together. Rob had the best laugh ever, was sweet and an all around good guy. He has worked for the Seattle Mariners for almost 20 years. I was reading on line, and the team, the management and everyone is real devasted by this loss. I read that he is survived by a 7 year old daughter. Please pray for comfort for her during this awful time. Just wanted to write a bit about my good buddy. Even though high school was so long ago, the bonds that we all had, were pretty special. I can remember the kiss. It was funny because he had given me a few peck kisses when he would walk me home from school. But this one day, he just went for it and stuck his tongue in my mouth. Im sure it was a mess of a kiss. I don't remember liking it too much. I felt so guilty, I do remember that. But its a funny memory, and I always think about it when I think about him. That's it for now.

Girls Get a Way 2007- Seattle

Seattle was fantastic. Girls Get a Way, always is. I love my Nanny- she is so dang cute and such a trooper. We shopped and shopped and walked and walked. She kept up like a champ. One thing I learned was that my Nanny has quite the sweet tooth. I can now blame her for my issues with sweets- Lol! She didn't always like our choices of restaurants, but every time dessert came, Nanny had the biggest smile on her face. Even the store bought cake from Smiths, won rave reviews from her.
My cousins Allison and Emily are always so much fun to hang out with. We have a lot of laughs. Emily already graduated from Babson College, the number 1 business college in America. She is currently working for Ralph Lauren, in Natucket, and now she is transferring to the Aspen store in about a month. Emily gets to see quite a bit of famous people in her line of work. How cool- Allison goes to the University of Georgia. She is in her Junior year of school and after school plans to go to California and become a famous actress. She promises to not forget the little people when this happens. I think Shannon and I live vicariously through there young lives.

One thing that I already knew, but was brought to my attention was that my mom, and sister know how to hostess. My mom, Aunt Judy and sister, Shannon all did a fabulous job, and paid so much attention to detail. I loved the food, the gifts, the house, everything about it. Thanks girls-
I will share more tomorrow- I have to get to practice now!

Go Cheyenne!

This is just a picture of Charles and the girls tonight after the game. He is the Head Coach at Cheyenne High School here in Las Vegas. The girls love going down on the field after the game to give their daddy a hug. Especially when they win, cuz he is so much happier! They won tonight 14-6. Not a very high scoring game. I know he was a bit disappointed in that, yet, a win is a win! Tomorrow, Miah and Mikelle have games. I am going to try to take some pictures. Its hard to get action shots with my digital camera because of the delay. What a pain in the butt. I will do my best.

Opening Weekend & Mammogram-

 
 
Last weekend, Mikelle and Miah had opening day for their Fall Softball Season. They both were so excited and had lots of fun. Miah had a double header and they won both games. She played 3rd base, which she was very happy about. She had some good hits. One was a double. She thinks maybe if she was faster it could have been a home run. Mikelle had just 1 game. They don't really keep score. She was up a bunch of times, and had a couple of home runs. She can really whack that ball off the t- They both seem to be happy with their teams, and we look forward to a fun season.
Well, earlier today I had that mammorgram. First of all, it doesn't hurt. Not at all, to me anyway. My insurance was having this campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness and sent out flyers advertising, no co-pays for mammorgrams for woman over 35. I had heard that you weren't suppose to wait until you were 40 anymore so I decided to go. When I was registering, the girls at the front desk said they would have to call my doctor to get a referral. I told them, that with my insurance I am able to self-refer. And also that I was confused because the flyer didn't say anything about that, neither did the person on the phone when I made the appointment. Well, because you are under 40 we need a referral. Then a rep. from my insurance co. came out. She said they provide an exam from a doctor they brought, and she can give me the referral, so no worries. So I get the breast exam. Then when I actually get into the test. The technician gives me an attitude about coming for a mammogram before the age of 40. I said, "yeah, it seems I have heard conflicting views on when to start getting them." She said, "no there is nothing conflicting, you should wait until you are 40." I then told her that I have heard on the Today Show, or somewhere that they lowered the age." She then had the nerve to say to me- "that's TV and I am the professional." I was like, "it was a Dr. who said it." So I don't want to type anymore of the dialogue, but that was basically it. She was rude, and upset me. Then I said, trying to lighten the mood. "Is it good that I am big, and SAGGY- that way it's real easy to grab and stuff. She said, "Oh, No! See, I can't get it to stay where I need it." I was just trying to find 1 positive thing about having less than perky boobs. So, all in all average experience. Good news, it didn't hurt.