Where have I been?

Well, ok, so it's been a while. Like 2 months! But I have been so dang busy, who has time to update the blog? Not me, that's who!! I did make it to Chicago, even to the Cubs game. They won and I hope to have pics up tomorrow. I went to Colorado Springs to see Jim and LaShawn, then drove up to Denver (again for work). Took a weekend for myself at Red Rock Station. And my sister and I took her kids to the beach last weekend. I have also found out that my help at work had a family emergency and went to AZ. Can you say extra hours? This is where being paid hourly would really come in handy. I don't think I'm cut out for these 11 hour days. Now it is time to rest, catch up on some sleep, watch a few movies, Cubs game and just be lazy. I can't wait. Looking forward to maybe taking some time off for the 4th, but with not having any help at work, we'll have to wait and see.

Pictures

OK! Get off my back already....here are the pics from my trip to Orlando. Mine is in front of the Qwiki Mart (from the Simpsons) and Sean is in a Dr. Suess motorcycle. I don't think I really need to explain the bottom one.

Orlando

Ok so it's been a month since I went to Orlando and I still don't have the pics up yet. I only took a couple anyways, but will really make an effort to get it done. Also, found out I will be going to Chicago in April for work. I imagine everyone can guess what that means...that's right Cubbies, here I come! They have 2 night games when I'm scheduled to be there so cross your fingers that I'll have Wrigley Field Pics next month. Been a long day so off to bed, and again I will gert the pics up from Orlando, I promise!

You got WHAT???

I know, all the ladies always want flowers for Valentines. For the past several years I've always had a "boyfriend" ( not that they ever bring you flowers anyway!) on this stupid stupid day! And wouldn't ya know, I finally know for sure this year, because I don't have a boyfriend, I'm not going to have to go through the ordeal of all the guys in the office giving me a hard time when you get called to the front desk and you have to walk through the office carrying the bouquet of flowers. Well, I had already left the office and our General Manager calls and says that there is a flower delivery for me at the front desk. It's 5 o'clock on a Friday night, you tell me, would you be at work? Uh, NO! Anyway, yeah, I have "friend" we'll say for now that is so thoughtful, and yes he sent me flowers. What a great guy, huh? He took the time to find some that had purple in the mix, it's my favorite color. I made him chocolate chip cookies. And to top it off, we're are going to Orlando tomorrow for a couple of days. He has a convention, for me it's play time. WHO CARES??? I don't have to go to work!!! So, here's to Mr. Cookies, and he knows who he is, I love the flowers. They are bee-yu-tee-ful!!!

A Little Trouble

It's only taken me what? 3 weeks? But here finally are a few pics of my new niece. After 3 boys, we're very happy to have another girl in the family.

You're doing what on a Saturday???

Yeah that's right, I'm working! Everyone keeps talking about how bad the economy is and how bad things are, but I keep putting in more and more hours. So here I sit on a beautiful Saturday morning. Ok, so I'm not working real hard at the moment, but even I deserve a break. Kim asked for more pics of me...so these are for you KIM! And don't laugh at the "DO", I have left over hair from going out last night. After I leave the office I'm headed to my dad's to see the new baby so I hope to have pics of Kayla Jo, by tomorrow. The bottom pic is my dad, me and my gramps after funeral for my Uncle Gene.

Trying to catch my breath!

Doesn't everyone just love it when a new year starts and all you seem to do is RUN, RUN, RUN???!!! Between putting in extra hours at work, going to the gym then coming to work some more it's a wonder I've even gotten any sleep. Jen , Mike and I went dancing this past Friday. I really don't like to make "Resolutions", but I did tell myself I was going to try to get out more. So, we ended up going to a new country bar. And ok I danced ALOT (YEAH) Jen did a couple line dances and Mike watched. But I think we all had a good time. And isn't that the point? Well, I don't have any new pics but here are a few more of the dogs. And let's face it...they are way cuter than I am!

So Busy!!!!

So with Thanksgiving, a baby shower and moving I just have not had time to post lately. So...I am cheating and doing this at work while a have a few quiet minutes. I am hoping things will be settling down soon, but Christmas NEXT WEEK already, I really don't see that happening. I have posted a few more pics from our drive up Pikes Peak when Jenn, Mike and I went to Colorado Springs for Halloween. I will try to get pics of the new place up soon as well. ( I think I said that in an earlier post.) Also, when you breakup with someone how long should you wait before you start writing about a new person in your life? I think I'll just keep it to myself for a bit longer. Anyway, here are a few more pics for your enjoyment, and like I said I will try to post more soon.

Past Due Pics

So here are some pics of our Halloween weekend in Colorado Springs. Enjoy!

Too Much Fun!!!

Okay, so it's been a few weeks since my last post. But I am a very busy girl! Since my last post, I have been to Colorado TWICE, had another funeral, and working twice as hard trying to sell material at work, sicnce no one wants to spend any money. And on top of all of that I am in the process of moving this week. What am I doing in my spare time? Planning Amanads baby shower of course! Did I mention that Thanksgiving is this week? My dogs probably think I have forgotten about them.

A Cowgirl and her Pet

Tuesday night was the Trunk or Treat at the church so I went and met Amanda and the boys. It was fun to see all of the kids and the parents dressed up. I didn't think about it when I got dressed, but figured I should have some kind of costume. Brent was a Jedi, Teegan was an Incredible, and Jake was a cow. Not a bad pic of me either.

Jenn, Mike and I are off to Colorado this weekend to visit some friends, I can't wait. It's going to be cold but it's going to be so much fun. I will have pics next week.

LOSS OF A FRIEND

for those of you who check the blog and may not have heard yet, my exboyfriend, Vance (who I dated for 9 years) died Sunday in a dirt bike accident. If he had ever had a choice of how he would have wanted to leave this life, it would have been on his bike. He has been estranged from his family for about the last 10 years so his mom is really having a hard time. I have been in close contact with her, although we weren't together the last 3 years, I guess I am the one with the most information to offer. I know he and I had some pretty rough times there at the end of our relationship, but all I ever wanted was for him to find happiness, and didn't think I was the one who could give it to him. Please keep his family in your prayers as they try to deal with this loss and their grief. Not sure when services will be held, but he wouldn't have wanted a bunch of people standing around staring at him anyways! :)

New Name

Ok, so I had a really hard time coming up with a new name, but this one actually seems to fit. According to the girls as work, all of the guys I go out with are "projects". I got the name from a song by an artist named Julie Reeves. As far as I know she only put out one CD but it is a good song, and it is very reflective of my life. Anyway, hope you will still enjoy reading my odd and sometimes idiotic ramblings!

How much is that doggie in the win..bathtub???

Okay so I really write about my dogs alot, but I don't have kids like everyone else. This is not a bad thing! Over Labor Day weekend I met James at his folks house and took the dogs. It had been raining most of the day and when it finally quit the dogs couldn't wait to get outside and play. The only problem with this is, they eventually want to come back inside. So, they all had to have a bath.

Shower For Amanda

IT'S A GIRL...FINALLY!!!!!

JUST TO GIVE EVERYONE A

HEADS-UP

AMANDA'S SHOWER WILL BE

THE SATURDAY FOLLOWING

THANKSGIVING.

I'VE BEEN A BAD BAD GIRL!!!!

For those that don't know, the Jeep Liberty's have an issue with the mechanism that makes the automatic/power windows roll down. I have replaced 4 of these and had to pay for 2 in the past month. I decided I have had enough, and came home with this on Monday! It is so nice. And so perfect for me and the dogs. Can't wait to show it to Dad, who is in Alaska fishing (RUDE!). Anyway, it's brand new and I LOVE IT! They didn't have yellow so I had to settle for blue.l Carla called me a bad name, but she's just jealous.

Jack In The Box

Cleaning up old magazines last night and Jack thought he needed to check them out.

Dog Nap?

Who said anything about a "Cat" nap? We have dog naps!

So Confused!

Have you ever had nothing going on, but you still seem to be busy? How does that work? The past few weeks I have gone out to Boulder City to ride horses with a guy from work. At the arena there on Monday and Friday there's a bunch of people who get together and rope. So, I ride his horse before ropin' then go out and ride with a lady on Thursdays. Still trying to catch Cubs games and now FINALLY football! AAAHHHHH!!!!!!!! GO BRONCOS! Anyway, since I have been on the horses, I don't have pics. Carla - Quite calling me names! Hoping Jenn and I will be able to make a trip to Colorado soon, had a friend that opened a bar "Carey on Saloon" in Colorado Spings I can't wait to go check it out. Other than that, working alot and trying to stir up some interest in the house.

Family Reunion

Back from Colorado for a week, but just now finding time to get the few pic up that I have. Way too busy having fun to take pictures. It was so nice to get to visit with everyone. Can't wait to do it again.