What a mess the economy is. You know, this bailout business is something I am really really torn over. I guess now is the time when I wish I would have done better in Econ 101 than a C. It never really 'clicked' with me. So when you have these 'experts' stating we really need to do this, I don't know what to say.
So I tried to find data to show actuals of what WOULD happen if we did nothing. Well, there is nothing out there. I suppose 'they' figure the American public would be freaked out by the results. Guess what? I can imagine the worst, and if that is what will happen, bring it on. If 'they' aren't going to SAY what the real deal is, then why should I believe them?
You know - this is the 'boy cried wolf' scenario, only this time it is 'Bush cried wolf' scenario. We've had the WMD issue that led us into a big ole nasty war that has no foreseeable end in sight. It's always 'they are doing this, we MUST do that.' Well you know what? The American public is pissed, and now the answer is "NO WAY". You've gone down that road too many times.
This Paulsen guy - who does he think he is anyway? Oh, give me $700 billion and I'll fix it. No oversight, just hand it over. Yeah right. Bend the public over so your croanies on Wall Street can be even fatter cats before Bush leaves office. What country does he think he works for?
Where does this $700 billion number come from? I cannot find support for it anywhere. If anyone out there knows - please pass it on. I'd really like to see it backed up somehow.
Bottom line - people don't like having to bail out companies who's execs who make millions and millions year after year when they have difficulty paying their monthly bills that end up being pocket change in comparison. Even when these banks go belly up, those execs get a fat check. 1 example was a CEO brought in 4 mos. prior to bankruptcy - he made $20 million. Yes, $20 million in 4 mos and the co. doesn't exist. Pardon me, but that dude shouldn't have gotten ANYTHING. Nobody should if the company goes belly up. Where is this rationale from? Again, if you know, please explain it to me because I will keep thinking this is complete crap.
I was discussing this with H a few minutes ago. His idea for getting out of this mess, I think, is brilliant. Each person 18+ should get a check. Split the $700 billion and each adult would receive $40,000 some-odd dollars. Now THAT would kick start the economy. People could make their mortgage payments for a good 2 years on that (at least). During that 2 years, you rehab the banking industry and get it figured out the right way, not the seat of your pants way. And if anyone would like a bailout in the meantime - too bad. They'll just have to go belly up like any other 'normal' business is this country. I love this idea - go H!!
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Dang
So the creepy crawley critters received a stay of execution from mother nature. Aka, it rained. But beware - the big bad bug man WILL be here eventually, of that I am most certain.
K2 is such a hoot. People always say 'kids say the darndest things'. Here's a little background for you. We have a 1997 Chevy Lumina named 'Chuck'. Just over 2 years ago I got in a car accident and crashed in the passenger side of Chuck. Chuck still runs like a dream and H drives it for his daily commute. So this morning, K2 asks me out of the blue:
"Mom - is Chuck still crapped up?"
Hehehehehehe
"Yes, he is."
That's it. No discussion, no nothing. In K2s defense he was watching his morning breakfast cartoon. But I really like 'crapped up' opposed to 'crashed up'. 'Tis going into the household dictionary, along with:
'Gramma Crappers' (aka graham crackers, another K2 invention)
'Monkey Bars' (granola bars, K1 coined this years ago)
'Stick Cheese' (aka string cheese, by me to differentiate between the cheese types)
Think Websters would approve?
K2 is such a hoot. People always say 'kids say the darndest things'. Here's a little background for you. We have a 1997 Chevy Lumina named 'Chuck'. Just over 2 years ago I got in a car accident and crashed in the passenger side of Chuck. Chuck still runs like a dream and H drives it for his daily commute. So this morning, K2 asks me out of the blue:
"Mom - is Chuck still crapped up?"
Hehehehehehe
"Yes, he is."
That's it. No discussion, no nothing. In K2s defense he was watching his morning breakfast cartoon. But I really like 'crapped up' opposed to 'crashed up'. 'Tis going into the household dictionary, along with:
'Gramma Crappers' (aka graham crackers, another K2 invention)
'Monkey Bars' (granola bars, K1 coined this years ago)
'Stick Cheese' (aka string cheese, by me to differentiate between the cheese types)
Think Websters would approve?
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Eviction notice
To all resident: asian beetles, boxelder bugs, hornets & any other creepy crawling thing living or even thinking of living in my house. Consider this your eviction notice - you have less than 24 hours to remove yourself from my property forever, or you'll die here. Tell your friends and family, huh? Mr. big bad bug man is coming - WAHOO! He'll be my new best friend because my kids won't be screaming at bugs and I won't have to use my 'bug sucker' (aka dust buster) daily for months on end. It's a win-win baby...unless you're one of the bugs.
Ks 2 & 3 started their ECFE 'school' last week. This class is for 10, 1 year olds, so K3 was amazed to see so many people her size in 1 place. It was quite cute. K2 gets to hang with another girl his age & a teacher. Play & paint. What more could a kid want?
Tomorrow night is 'Christmas date night'. H and I skipped exchanging gifts last year. Instead, throughout the year we looked for tickets to something we'd enjoy seeing together (e.g. concerts, plays, musicals, etc.). So tomorrow night we are going to go see Robin Williams at Northrup Auditorium @ the U. We're pretty excited since we were unable to get tickets earlier this year when he was at ACME Comedy Club in Minneapolis. So be prepped for the review. I'm thinking a good portion may be too raunchy to tell online - for my blog anyway - but I'd have no issue relaying some over the phone! HA! I'm terrible, I know. But for some reason 'Depends' is coming to mind. Should I go buy some so that I don't pee my pants from laughing too hard???? I'm starting to get concerned. Maybe I'll just limit my fluid intake tomorrow to be on the safe side.
Ks 2 & 3 started their ECFE 'school' last week. This class is for 10, 1 year olds, so K3 was amazed to see so many people her size in 1 place. It was quite cute. K2 gets to hang with another girl his age & a teacher. Play & paint. What more could a kid want?
Tomorrow night is 'Christmas date night'. H and I skipped exchanging gifts last year. Instead, throughout the year we looked for tickets to something we'd enjoy seeing together (e.g. concerts, plays, musicals, etc.). So tomorrow night we are going to go see Robin Williams at Northrup Auditorium @ the U. We're pretty excited since we were unable to get tickets earlier this year when he was at ACME Comedy Club in Minneapolis. So be prepped for the review. I'm thinking a good portion may be too raunchy to tell online - for my blog anyway - but I'd have no issue relaying some over the phone! HA! I'm terrible, I know. But for some reason 'Depends' is coming to mind. Should I go buy some so that I don't pee my pants from laughing too hard???? I'm starting to get concerned. Maybe I'll just limit my fluid intake tomorrow to be on the safe side.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
When I'm wrong, I'm wrong
This is something that's hard for some to admit, not me. I've publicly flogged Palin here for several things, and I must stand corrected. See CNN's article here regarding the Alaskan Governor's jet/eBay fiasco. Please read prior to continuing w/the following.
So I will publicly apologize to Mrs. Palin for the incorrect data. I am truly sorry.
Now I will publicly flog John McCain. HE is the one who stated the jet was sold on eBay. And HE is the one who stated Alaska made a profit from it. Both are false - entirely. Why. Why, why, why would he do this when it is so incredibly simple to check data prior to speaking (and he's got staffers to do it - heck he's got staffers where it is their entire job to check the data of his speeches.) I've got the answer, and unfortunately we haven't seen the last of it. You can easily go out and make statements like this - millions of people hear it and are excited. Oh, but when you oh so sincerely apologize for it a week later, that just doesn't receive as much P.R. and people are still quoting the original wrong data anyway. Milk it for mileage. Yep. Just cuz they do not have anything else. OR - here's the other possibility. McCain is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. We've elected at least 1 prior President with it. It wouldn't be new here. What a sad commentary on the state of our country that one is.
And here's my latest swipe at Palin. TODAY she was trying to make a point that when she was Governor of Alaska she put their checkbook online for better fiscal transparentcy. When SHE is VP, she will do the same with Washington's checkbook.
Sorry to burst your bubble Ms. Palin, BUT, Barack Obama already did this. Yes, it's a DONE DEAL. You can see the checkbook here. In 2006 & 2007 Obama along with Republican Senator Tom Coburn co-sponsored the "Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act." Oh yes, and please let me add that John McCain was the original co-sponsor to this bill in 2006 before he decided he didn't want to co-sponsor it after all.
Hmmmmm.
So Palin is campaigning to do something that already exists and that her Sr. running mate backed out of co-sponsoring on 2nd thought. What the heck is the deal with THIS???
Now if you know the answer to THIS one, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know because I, for the life of me, really can't figure it out.
So I will publicly apologize to Mrs. Palin for the incorrect data. I am truly sorry.
Now I will publicly flog John McCain. HE is the one who stated the jet was sold on eBay. And HE is the one who stated Alaska made a profit from it. Both are false - entirely. Why. Why, why, why would he do this when it is so incredibly simple to check data prior to speaking (and he's got staffers to do it - heck he's got staffers where it is their entire job to check the data of his speeches.) I've got the answer, and unfortunately we haven't seen the last of it. You can easily go out and make statements like this - millions of people hear it and are excited. Oh, but when you oh so sincerely apologize for it a week later, that just doesn't receive as much P.R. and people are still quoting the original wrong data anyway. Milk it for mileage. Yep. Just cuz they do not have anything else. OR - here's the other possibility. McCain is in the early stages of Alzheimer's. We've elected at least 1 prior President with it. It wouldn't be new here. What a sad commentary on the state of our country that one is.
And here's my latest swipe at Palin. TODAY she was trying to make a point that when she was Governor of Alaska she put their checkbook online for better fiscal transparentcy. When SHE is VP, she will do the same with Washington's checkbook.
Sorry to burst your bubble Ms. Palin, BUT, Barack Obama already did this. Yes, it's a DONE DEAL. You can see the checkbook here. In 2006 & 2007 Obama along with Republican Senator Tom Coburn co-sponsored the "Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act." Oh yes, and please let me add that John McCain was the original co-sponsor to this bill in 2006 before he decided he didn't want to co-sponsor it after all.
Hmmmmm.
So Palin is campaigning to do something that already exists and that her Sr. running mate backed out of co-sponsoring on 2nd thought. What the heck is the deal with THIS???
Now if you know the answer to THIS one, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE let me know because I, for the life of me, really can't figure it out.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
OMG, I can't believe I left out the biggest thing...
with Palin. Let's get to a little background, shall we? Keep in mind MY background and special interest in international relations please.
1 of my largest issues w/Bush-baby is the fact that the man cannot speak well - and makes up words to boot. You know, I realize a lot of people are the same way - BUT THEY are not representing the most powerful country in the world. HE is the representation we have. And it's been terrible for over 7 years. I have to say, it will be wonderful, come January, that no matter who wins that this issue will disappear for a minimum of 4 years. I cannot wait.
My main issue w/Bush is his style of diplomacy - or lack thereof - and the way foreign policy is handled...or not. In his 2nd term the phrase 'cowboy diplomacy' was coined in the media. Let me just say, they were late on that bandwagon. You can ask H - seriously - because I used that exact phrase in 2001. Let's turn to the facts. Bush took office w/a world approval rating that was very high. One of the 1st summits he attended was on the Kyoto Treaty regarding climate change - aka global warming. Since his speech was basically 'go to hell, we're not doing this', the view of America went in the toilet and the cowboy diplomacy officially began. Fast forward a few months to 9/11. Once again, due to severe circumstances, America held an extremely high approval rating. And you know what? Bush pissed it away again. You look at all foreign policy of any president in the last 30 years, and you know what they WORK on? Middle East PEACE. Did Bush try, at all, to work w/Israel & Palestine during term #1? No - he deemed it unimportant...at the time. So then to 2004 and term #2. In his inauguration speech he then deemed Middle East peace 'worthy' of his attention. Yeah buddy, you've ignored it for 4 years and you think they'll actually listen to you now that you have a load of military troops and hardware in the region. Good luck with that.
So here we are today. I will not even address the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan. We're there and we need it ended effectively. Nobody can argue with that statement. It is just HOW & WHEN that is argued about. And I won't be addressing that one here.
But what I WILL address is Palin's view on military and how it was expressed in her interview w/Charles Gibson. The question was asked something like this: we have troops in Afghanistan - if they have Osama Bin Laden in their sights and he crosses into Pakistan, do you take him out or do you ask permission from Pakistan. Of course she tried to dodge the question, but ended up making the implication that you take him out w/o permission to enter Pakistan - you do what is necessary to protect the American people. OK - here's my beef. You don't say things like this publicly - she's saying that Pakistan has no sovereignty and our interests are first on THEIR soil. How would you feel if Russia tracked someone into Alaska and did the same? I bet Palin would be the 1st to be bitching about THAT one. And she SHOULD BE. Why the double standard? No wonder Americans are hated all around the world. THIS is THE reason America's reputation is completely in the toilet. Big Bad USA stomping around the world doing whatever we please. You know - this MAY be the case, but you don't put it in THESE terms. WAY bad P.R. people.
THIS is reality. The question was silly - base line. Mr. Gibson - this is already worked out between the leaders. It'd be McCain's or Obama's job, ASAP, to make certain that Pakistan OK'd this action before the scenario even presented itself. And hopefully the Bush administration has already taken care of this - but they haven't been the best planners - so it'd best be checked on 1st thing. Using the blackmail only America can afford, this really isn't a problem. But this isn't discussed in the MEDIA. For cryin' out loud man. Have you no love for our reputation world-wide? Granted it's in the toilet, but do you have to make it worse?
In the end, it just simply shows that Palin need severe work on diplomacy. This is not news, she's been Governor of Alaska for less than 2 years. But IF she DOES get that VP office, let's just hope it's worked on and that the 'cowboy diplomacy' doesn't end up continuing. We really can't afford that.
1 of my largest issues w/Bush-baby is the fact that the man cannot speak well - and makes up words to boot. You know, I realize a lot of people are the same way - BUT THEY are not representing the most powerful country in the world. HE is the representation we have. And it's been terrible for over 7 years. I have to say, it will be wonderful, come January, that no matter who wins that this issue will disappear for a minimum of 4 years. I cannot wait.
My main issue w/Bush is his style of diplomacy - or lack thereof - and the way foreign policy is handled...or not. In his 2nd term the phrase 'cowboy diplomacy' was coined in the media. Let me just say, they were late on that bandwagon. You can ask H - seriously - because I used that exact phrase in 2001. Let's turn to the facts. Bush took office w/a world approval rating that was very high. One of the 1st summits he attended was on the Kyoto Treaty regarding climate change - aka global warming. Since his speech was basically 'go to hell, we're not doing this', the view of America went in the toilet and the cowboy diplomacy officially began. Fast forward a few months to 9/11. Once again, due to severe circumstances, America held an extremely high approval rating. And you know what? Bush pissed it away again. You look at all foreign policy of any president in the last 30 years, and you know what they WORK on? Middle East PEACE. Did Bush try, at all, to work w/Israel & Palestine during term #1? No - he deemed it unimportant...at the time. So then to 2004 and term #2. In his inauguration speech he then deemed Middle East peace 'worthy' of his attention. Yeah buddy, you've ignored it for 4 years and you think they'll actually listen to you now that you have a load of military troops and hardware in the region. Good luck with that.
So here we are today. I will not even address the wars in Iraq or Afghanistan. We're there and we need it ended effectively. Nobody can argue with that statement. It is just HOW & WHEN that is argued about. And I won't be addressing that one here.
But what I WILL address is Palin's view on military and how it was expressed in her interview w/Charles Gibson. The question was asked something like this: we have troops in Afghanistan - if they have Osama Bin Laden in their sights and he crosses into Pakistan, do you take him out or do you ask permission from Pakistan. Of course she tried to dodge the question, but ended up making the implication that you take him out w/o permission to enter Pakistan - you do what is necessary to protect the American people. OK - here's my beef. You don't say things like this publicly - she's saying that Pakistan has no sovereignty and our interests are first on THEIR soil. How would you feel if Russia tracked someone into Alaska and did the same? I bet Palin would be the 1st to be bitching about THAT one. And she SHOULD BE. Why the double standard? No wonder Americans are hated all around the world. THIS is THE reason America's reputation is completely in the toilet. Big Bad USA stomping around the world doing whatever we please. You know - this MAY be the case, but you don't put it in THESE terms. WAY bad P.R. people.
THIS is reality. The question was silly - base line. Mr. Gibson - this is already worked out between the leaders. It'd be McCain's or Obama's job, ASAP, to make certain that Pakistan OK'd this action before the scenario even presented itself. And hopefully the Bush administration has already taken care of this - but they haven't been the best planners - so it'd best be checked on 1st thing. Using the blackmail only America can afford, this really isn't a problem. But this isn't discussed in the MEDIA. For cryin' out loud man. Have you no love for our reputation world-wide? Granted it's in the toilet, but do you have to make it worse?
In the end, it just simply shows that Palin need severe work on diplomacy. This is not news, she's been Governor of Alaska for less than 2 years. But IF she DOES get that VP office, let's just hope it's worked on and that the 'cowboy diplomacy' doesn't end up continuing. We really can't afford that.
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Sarah Palin, opinion formed
Fasten your seatbelts, I've got a lot of gripe and I'm airing it here. There are several issues about this woman that just irritate me beyond belief.
1st and foremost - her eldest daughter & youngest son were made to be pawns in a political arena. NOT ok. They're minors and have no choice. Her youngest son - a pawn just for being born. Thousands of women make the same choice as she did and they aren't placed up on some pedestal. Her eldest daughter for having her baby. Hopefully this isn't so glorified that you have teens intentionally set out for the same result. The GOP is cheering her on - but will THEY be there when she needs help and assistance? No. She's also glorified because she will be marrying the father...hummm...let's make a bad situation worse by forcing your daughter into marriage along with dealing with teen motherhood at the same time. I don't see a real good outcome here folks.
2nd - There is something about Palin I don't like. I've got that proverbial GUT feeling. This feeling of mine has never been wrong. And I mean NEVER. On the few occasions I have ignored it, I've completely regretted it. Therefore it is not something I take lightly by any stretch of the imagination. There is something off about this woman. And I mean REALLY off.
3rd - In Palin's acceptance speech at the GOP convention she ripped on community organizers. Sorry folks, you shouldn't be shredding any profession on a platform such as that - I don't care if the intended target is your opponent. Bottom line, those community organizers are one in the same people the GOP needs to implement their so-called plans for this country's future. And she just went and pissed them all off to take a swipe at Obama? Whomever thought of that one is a complete idiot. Nice show.
4rd - GOP supporters are upset that Palin is being highly investigated by the media. See Glenn Beck's article on CNN here . He's not the only one p&m-ing. Let's look at this subjectively people. McCain has been in Washington 30 years. Media's got him covered time & time again. No news. Biden - same situation. Obama has been in the limelight since he announced his candidacy over a year and a half ago - no new news there. What do you THINK the media will focus on? Palin is a woman who is unknown in the national arena and just accepted the #2 job in the world if the electoral votes work in the GOP's favor. You don't think people want to know about her? Get a grip. And if she can't handle this heat, she definitely better stay out of the premiere executive kitchen in the world.
5th - Considered by a lot of people as a slight 'slip'. I completely disagree. She said 'I sold the Alaskan Governor's plane on e-Bay.' No, she didn't. She LISTED it on e-Bay. It didn't sell there. You know, when people hit that exec office their interpretations of reality start to get awfully skewed. What else will she try to skim over on the American public? Over staffers? Over McCain? This is no small thing, I'm telling you.
Last - and this is a doozy. I've done the 'working Mom' gig and I've also done the 'at home Mom' gig. Granted I only have 3 kids running around around my house, but I figure this gives me every right to make the comments that will enrage feminists everywhere - and shocked myself to boot. Palin campaigning using "FAMILY VALUES" is a crock. Should she be in the VP office, nannies will be caring for her children. That's fine & her & her hubby decided that's OK for them - IF you aren't campaigning w/a "family values" slogan. This is not a 9 to 5er folks. I don't think any Mom OR Dad with young kids should be in the #1 or #2 office - UNLESS the other parent is 'at home' 100% and fully available to their kid(s) at the drop of a hat. During her 'maybe' term in office, the Palins will just be getting into what it really means to be parents to a special needs child. Granted I have never experienced this first hand, however I have watched others struggle with items that a 'normal' child (whatever that means) takes for granted daily. Simple eye-contact isn't granted and the child isn't even treated as a child, but as a 'thing' that disgusts them. Hey - I'm just telling it like it is. Some people out there are rude and crude and it'll be seriously amplified at the Palin house. Anyone heading into this office is mostly clueless until they get their feet wet. I don't care how much experience they may have - it's a shock and I am certain about that. But I think the Palin's are even more-so. Some would say 'it'll be their problem'. Yes, it will be. BUT, we'll be paying the price. If tasks are re-assigned from the VP seat elsewhere, we as Americans are getting screwed. It'd be HER job, not some other staffer. Wanna talk fiscal responsibility? You aren't doing your job - duties shouldn't be placed elsewhere, you should be fired.
Now some will think I am sexist. Frankly I think, in this instance, I am too. However I have stated my clarifications also. And I don't believe they're out of line. But women's lib has gone a bit too far in certain circumstances. Let me clarify that one. And if anyone ever misquotes me on this, there'll be #### to pay. If SAFETY standards are changed so that women can hold a certain job, that is not OK. You are putting others at risk. Example: fire fighters. Yes women can be fire fighters. However the amount of weight required to lift was lowered in specific jobs so that this could happen. You and I as citizens are put at a higher risk due to this. I don't think that is OK. The safety standards were set at specific levels for a reason. If a woman wants to be a fire fighter, she needs to meet the same exact standard, it shouldn't be changed. Some will say that that negates a woman's chance to be a fire fighter. I say - I'd rather be safe than sorry. I don't want my family and friends at risk just so a woman can say 'yeah, I'm a fire fighter.' And bottom line is this: we can't always have what we want in life. Deal with it. God made you a female for a reason - figure out what it is and make Him proud.
I've got my big girl panties on - so flame away.
1st and foremost - her eldest daughter & youngest son were made to be pawns in a political arena. NOT ok. They're minors and have no choice. Her youngest son - a pawn just for being born. Thousands of women make the same choice as she did and they aren't placed up on some pedestal. Her eldest daughter for having her baby. Hopefully this isn't so glorified that you have teens intentionally set out for the same result. The GOP is cheering her on - but will THEY be there when she needs help and assistance? No. She's also glorified because she will be marrying the father...hummm...let's make a bad situation worse by forcing your daughter into marriage along with dealing with teen motherhood at the same time. I don't see a real good outcome here folks.
2nd - There is something about Palin I don't like. I've got that proverbial GUT feeling. This feeling of mine has never been wrong. And I mean NEVER. On the few occasions I have ignored it, I've completely regretted it. Therefore it is not something I take lightly by any stretch of the imagination. There is something off about this woman. And I mean REALLY off.
3rd - In Palin's acceptance speech at the GOP convention she ripped on community organizers. Sorry folks, you shouldn't be shredding any profession on a platform such as that - I don't care if the intended target is your opponent. Bottom line, those community organizers are one in the same people the GOP needs to implement their so-called plans for this country's future. And she just went and pissed them all off to take a swipe at Obama? Whomever thought of that one is a complete idiot. Nice show.
4rd - GOP supporters are upset that Palin is being highly investigated by the media. See Glenn Beck's article on CNN here . He's not the only one p&m-ing. Let's look at this subjectively people. McCain has been in Washington 30 years. Media's got him covered time & time again. No news. Biden - same situation. Obama has been in the limelight since he announced his candidacy over a year and a half ago - no new news there. What do you THINK the media will focus on? Palin is a woman who is unknown in the national arena and just accepted the #2 job in the world if the electoral votes work in the GOP's favor. You don't think people want to know about her? Get a grip. And if she can't handle this heat, she definitely better stay out of the premiere executive kitchen in the world.
5th - Considered by a lot of people as a slight 'slip'. I completely disagree. She said 'I sold the Alaskan Governor's plane on e-Bay.' No, she didn't. She LISTED it on e-Bay. It didn't sell there. You know, when people hit that exec office their interpretations of reality start to get awfully skewed. What else will she try to skim over on the American public? Over staffers? Over McCain? This is no small thing, I'm telling you.
Last - and this is a doozy. I've done the 'working Mom' gig and I've also done the 'at home Mom' gig. Granted I only have 3 kids running around around my house, but I figure this gives me every right to make the comments that will enrage feminists everywhere - and shocked myself to boot. Palin campaigning using "FAMILY VALUES" is a crock. Should she be in the VP office, nannies will be caring for her children. That's fine & her & her hubby decided that's OK for them - IF you aren't campaigning w/a "family values" slogan. This is not a 9 to 5er folks. I don't think any Mom OR Dad with young kids should be in the #1 or #2 office - UNLESS the other parent is 'at home' 100% and fully available to their kid(s) at the drop of a hat. During her 'maybe' term in office, the Palins will just be getting into what it really means to be parents to a special needs child. Granted I have never experienced this first hand, however I have watched others struggle with items that a 'normal' child (whatever that means) takes for granted daily. Simple eye-contact isn't granted and the child isn't even treated as a child, but as a 'thing' that disgusts them. Hey - I'm just telling it like it is. Some people out there are rude and crude and it'll be seriously amplified at the Palin house. Anyone heading into this office is mostly clueless until they get their feet wet. I don't care how much experience they may have - it's a shock and I am certain about that. But I think the Palin's are even more-so. Some would say 'it'll be their problem'. Yes, it will be. BUT, we'll be paying the price. If tasks are re-assigned from the VP seat elsewhere, we as Americans are getting screwed. It'd be HER job, not some other staffer. Wanna talk fiscal responsibility? You aren't doing your job - duties shouldn't be placed elsewhere, you should be fired.
Now some will think I am sexist. Frankly I think, in this instance, I am too. However I have stated my clarifications also. And I don't believe they're out of line. But women's lib has gone a bit too far in certain circumstances. Let me clarify that one. And if anyone ever misquotes me on this, there'll be #### to pay. If SAFETY standards are changed so that women can hold a certain job, that is not OK. You are putting others at risk. Example: fire fighters. Yes women can be fire fighters. However the amount of weight required to lift was lowered in specific jobs so that this could happen. You and I as citizens are put at a higher risk due to this. I don't think that is OK. The safety standards were set at specific levels for a reason. If a woman wants to be a fire fighter, she needs to meet the same exact standard, it shouldn't be changed. Some will say that that negates a woman's chance to be a fire fighter. I say - I'd rather be safe than sorry. I don't want my family and friends at risk just so a woman can say 'yeah, I'm a fire fighter.' And bottom line is this: we can't always have what we want in life. Deal with it. God made you a female for a reason - figure out what it is and make Him proud.
I've got my big girl panties on - so flame away.
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Road Trippin' wrap-up
I had previously handled most of day 2 w/day 1s festivities. Other than a fabulous dinner at a steakhouse restaurant, it's there.
Friday we were in Fort Collins - according to H, had we not had Ks in MN, we woulda stayed in CO...at the time he was more than frustrated w/work, phones & conference calls when we needed to be heading into the mountains w/o reception. At least we knew after getting on the road he was unreachable - that's such a great feeling! It was cool & cloudy when we left, but into the mountains we went on 14 along the Poudre River. A beautiful drive - w/tons of fly fishermen. Should you ever get the opportunity to drive this, go for it. You won't regret it. One aspect of the drive that was unsuspected was driving in a prairie in the midst of mountains all around. If you look at a map, this is near Walden (approx. 20 mi. south of the Wyoming border). Now this is the so-called "Moose Viewing Capitol of CO". Of course, WE saw no moose. We saw cattle & hay.
Anyway, into Steamboat Springs we arrive - only 15 minutes later than intended. Not so bad - and we made our shuttle on-time to hit the wedding rehearsal BBQ. There really was no rehearsal - just an excuse to get together once more on a mountain side. This location was truly beautiful - hit the web link to check it out in detail. On the main site, between the pool and the bushes to the left is where the vows took place - of course the spectators could check out the bride & groom, or the mountains all around or the valley below. Any choice was a sight to behold. But watching the sunset on both Friday & Saturday nights from this location was spectacular. Our 1st 'wildlife' sighting was here... 2 chipmunks.
Saturday during the day we went into Steamboat to shop. Cannot neglect THAT. Stores were trying to get rid of all their t-shirts for the year so everything was on sale - nice sales, not just token ones. But you know, I've got enough t-shirts and sweatshirts. We picked up an engraved green slate trivet & a Christmas tree ornament. OH, and a Columbia rain poncho for K1 for $2.16. Can you say 'Pay you to take the darn thing?' I was SO excited. We also checked out Strawberry Fields Hot Springs that was about a 20 minute drive over some mountains on a gravel road that you didn't think would get you anywhere. Our Impala, SuzieQ, got a work-out! These were the 1st hot springs I'd been to where you didn't smell the sulfer. Very nice. No suits along, but we remained fulled clothed & had our feet & calves in there - ahhhhh.
Sunday AM was breakfast, into town once more for a quick look into a few more shops, top off the tank and outta town. Backtracking a bit we were back to Walden...still no moose. Then it was up to Laramie, WY and onto 80 for the trek back across Nebraska. Just prior to Laramie we saw....antelope. They were in a pasture being raised domesticly. Don't think this counts on the 'wildlife' front since cattle were to the left pasture and horses were in the pasture to the right. And those aren't 'wildlife' either. Let's just say, all the people we talked to who said the drive outta town via Laramie was pretty - they were lying. My only 'give' on this point is if they'd never seen any type of mountin before in their life. That's my only clarification I'd give on that drive. So into Nebraska, again, we went. Really, you make this drive once in your life, and that is truly enough. We made it to Kearney for the night. Just before our exit, we did see deer (a lot of deer, I'd say a couple dozen) - true 'wildlife' at last.
Monday AM, the trek home. We took the same back way home and did end up stopping in Sibley, IA to see if I could find my Great Grandparents' house in the daylight. I knew it was near railroad tracks, but I couldn't find it. Little did I recall that there are more than 1 set of railroad tracks in town. So I called Grandma and asked for the address. Viola. I knew 2 blocks before we were at it that 'that's it!!' H didn't believe me, but it was. There is new siding on it - tan, and a window was removed from the side of the house I always picture in my mind. Talking w/my Mom last night we tried to figure out when the last time I had seen the house. 25 years ago is the answer.
We stopped in New Ulm, MN to check into a wooden German nutcracker since I collect these. I had heard for YEARS that THIS was THE spot to go. This is not the case any longer. We found 1 store & the sad part is that TJ Maxx & Marshalls have better selections. Extremely disappointing doesn't even describe that one.
We arrived home at 8:20. Ks 1 & 2 were still awake, so that was kinda nice. Although it was completely fantastic to get away, the kids seemed to have grown a foot in 5 days.
Overall, H & I had a wonderful time & we'd do it again if we could leave in 5 minutes. Along the way we had, obviously, TONS of time to talk uninterrupted. And we did! And you know what? It wasn't even all about the kids! I know, I can hardly stand it myself. Amoungst other things we were trying to plan the next road trip. My request was that it be to a place I hadn't been to before. This highly limits the possibilities. ALSO, I'd like it to be on my 'die' list. You know, the list of places you want to see before you die. Well, this REALLY limits it since my 'die' list includes: Hawaii, Alaska, Ireland, Australia & the Grand Canyon. Only 1 is a road trip. So we'll see what happens!! Also, if you're up for a trip to Ireland, Alaska or Hawaii, I may need someone to travel with - let me know if these are ever in your line-up and we'll go together!
Friday we were in Fort Collins - according to H, had we not had Ks in MN, we woulda stayed in CO...at the time he was more than frustrated w/work, phones & conference calls when we needed to be heading into the mountains w/o reception. At least we knew after getting on the road he was unreachable - that's such a great feeling! It was cool & cloudy when we left, but into the mountains we went on 14 along the Poudre River. A beautiful drive - w/tons of fly fishermen. Should you ever get the opportunity to drive this, go for it. You won't regret it. One aspect of the drive that was unsuspected was driving in a prairie in the midst of mountains all around. If you look at a map, this is near Walden (approx. 20 mi. south of the Wyoming border). Now this is the so-called "Moose Viewing Capitol of CO". Of course, WE saw no moose. We saw cattle & hay.
Anyway, into Steamboat Springs we arrive - only 15 minutes later than intended. Not so bad - and we made our shuttle on-time to hit the wedding rehearsal BBQ. There really was no rehearsal - just an excuse to get together once more on a mountain side. This location was truly beautiful - hit the web link to check it out in detail. On the main site, between the pool and the bushes to the left is where the vows took place - of course the spectators could check out the bride & groom, or the mountains all around or the valley below. Any choice was a sight to behold. But watching the sunset on both Friday & Saturday nights from this location was spectacular. Our 1st 'wildlife' sighting was here... 2 chipmunks.
Saturday during the day we went into Steamboat to shop. Cannot neglect THAT. Stores were trying to get rid of all their t-shirts for the year so everything was on sale - nice sales, not just token ones. But you know, I've got enough t-shirts and sweatshirts. We picked up an engraved green slate trivet & a Christmas tree ornament. OH, and a Columbia rain poncho for K1 for $2.16. Can you say 'Pay you to take the darn thing?' I was SO excited. We also checked out Strawberry Fields Hot Springs that was about a 20 minute drive over some mountains on a gravel road that you didn't think would get you anywhere. Our Impala, SuzieQ, got a work-out! These were the 1st hot springs I'd been to where you didn't smell the sulfer. Very nice. No suits along, but we remained fulled clothed & had our feet & calves in there - ahhhhh.
Sunday AM was breakfast, into town once more for a quick look into a few more shops, top off the tank and outta town. Backtracking a bit we were back to Walden...still no moose. Then it was up to Laramie, WY and onto 80 for the trek back across Nebraska. Just prior to Laramie we saw....antelope. They were in a pasture being raised domesticly. Don't think this counts on the 'wildlife' front since cattle were to the left pasture and horses were in the pasture to the right. And those aren't 'wildlife' either. Let's just say, all the people we talked to who said the drive outta town via Laramie was pretty - they were lying. My only 'give' on this point is if they'd never seen any type of mountin before in their life. That's my only clarification I'd give on that drive. So into Nebraska, again, we went. Really, you make this drive once in your life, and that is truly enough. We made it to Kearney for the night. Just before our exit, we did see deer (a lot of deer, I'd say a couple dozen) - true 'wildlife' at last.
Monday AM, the trek home. We took the same back way home and did end up stopping in Sibley, IA to see if I could find my Great Grandparents' house in the daylight. I knew it was near railroad tracks, but I couldn't find it. Little did I recall that there are more than 1 set of railroad tracks in town. So I called Grandma and asked for the address. Viola. I knew 2 blocks before we were at it that 'that's it!!' H didn't believe me, but it was. There is new siding on it - tan, and a window was removed from the side of the house I always picture in my mind. Talking w/my Mom last night we tried to figure out when the last time I had seen the house. 25 years ago is the answer.
We stopped in New Ulm, MN to check into a wooden German nutcracker since I collect these. I had heard for YEARS that THIS was THE spot to go. This is not the case any longer. We found 1 store & the sad part is that TJ Maxx & Marshalls have better selections. Extremely disappointing doesn't even describe that one.
We arrived home at 8:20. Ks 1 & 2 were still awake, so that was kinda nice. Although it was completely fantastic to get away, the kids seemed to have grown a foot in 5 days.
Overall, H & I had a wonderful time & we'd do it again if we could leave in 5 minutes. Along the way we had, obviously, TONS of time to talk uninterrupted. And we did! And you know what? It wasn't even all about the kids! I know, I can hardly stand it myself. Amoungst other things we were trying to plan the next road trip. My request was that it be to a place I hadn't been to before. This highly limits the possibilities. ALSO, I'd like it to be on my 'die' list. You know, the list of places you want to see before you die. Well, this REALLY limits it since my 'die' list includes: Hawaii, Alaska, Ireland, Australia & the Grand Canyon. Only 1 is a road trip. So we'll see what happens!! Also, if you're up for a trip to Ireland, Alaska or Hawaii, I may need someone to travel with - let me know if these are ever in your line-up and we'll go together!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Oh-my-ha: Road Trip - Day 1
We ended up leaving town at 6 yesterday. A bit late, but we were on our way. We took the scenic route out of MN - aka the long way. But we did see something different and that's what road trips are all about. We hit Worthington at about 10pm and memories were flooding back to when we'd drive down to see my Great Grandma in Sibley, IA. Granted I hadn't been down that way in years - but it hadn't changed much. It was too bad we were driving through at night. I would have liked to try to find their little house. I knew I'd definietly have NO luck at night. Maybe on our way home - we'll see.
So back to the road...entering Iowa. The only guarantee of driving through IA is smelling bovine & skunk. If you aren't smelling 1, you are definitely smelling the other. We made it to Council Bluffs by 12:45 and I had showered and was sleeping by 1:05. Let's just say that when I 1st saw the signs for Omaha (just across the river from Council Bluffs), I was thinking "Oh-My ***". It was pretty dead.
What is it with maps. I can look at an atlas for hours. We did take the long and definitely dreaded drive through Nebraska today - currently we are in eastern Colorado and we'll hit Fort Collins tonight. I love wi-fi and laptops. Technology rules. Anyway, back to the maps & Nebraska. Cliffy factoid - Did you know: there is a river in NE called DISMAL in the county of HOOKER? hehehe - I like that one.
It is flat here. And I mean flat. Not quite like Fargo where you can see the curve of the earth, but when you're at the top of a hill, you can see for miles and miles and miles and miles...just like the song. I had forgotten about CO's oil wells. They're here and spread out. Since I've been here last they've also added windmills - YEA!
Oops! In a small valley en route, I lost all reception. So now it's closing in on my bedtime here in Fort Collins. We made it to the pretty mountains! And let me just say - the small-ish mountains we see here are MOST welcome and beautiful. Tomorrow's drive through the Rockies will be even more-so, I'm certain.
So back to the road...entering Iowa. The only guarantee of driving through IA is smelling bovine & skunk. If you aren't smelling 1, you are definitely smelling the other. We made it to Council Bluffs by 12:45 and I had showered and was sleeping by 1:05. Let's just say that when I 1st saw the signs for Omaha (just across the river from Council Bluffs), I was thinking "Oh-My ***". It was pretty dead.
What is it with maps. I can look at an atlas for hours. We did take the long and definitely dreaded drive through Nebraska today - currently we are in eastern Colorado and we'll hit Fort Collins tonight. I love wi-fi and laptops. Technology rules. Anyway, back to the maps & Nebraska. Cliffy factoid - Did you know: there is a river in NE called DISMAL in the county of HOOKER? hehehe - I like that one.
It is flat here. And I mean flat. Not quite like Fargo where you can see the curve of the earth, but when you're at the top of a hill, you can see for miles and miles and miles and miles...just like the song. I had forgotten about CO's oil wells. They're here and spread out. Since I've been here last they've also added windmills - YEA!
Oops! In a small valley en route, I lost all reception. So now it's closing in on my bedtime here in Fort Collins. We made it to the pretty mountains! And let me just say - the small-ish mountains we see here are MOST welcome and beautiful. Tomorrow's drive through the Rockies will be even more-so, I'm certain.
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
In the world of politics
I realized that I haven't blogged recently about political events - and for me, that just isn't right. So here goes: the good, the bad & the downright ugly.
Obama picked Biden. I'm still not sure how I feel about this. Biden is well known for shooting off his mouth. And I think in light of the way the Bush administration has ran, this is a good thing. At least if Obama plans to listen to his VP anyway. Each exec is different, in their structure and power bases - and rightly so. I just hope Biden doesn't end up putting his foot in his mouth more often than not. I'd hate for the Dems to have a "Quayle" in their midst - if you know what I mean.
The Dems had their shot in the limelight last week. It was the same old-same old. I didn't watch a lot of the hoopla - strange stuff for me. But I did catch most of the 'big' speeches, thanks to H. I missed Michelle Obama's speech completely. At 1st I was NOT impressed w/Hillary's speech. However she pulled it through about 2/3rds of the way through & it came together well. Old Bill - he's always been a great speaker (oh how I've missed listening to a leader who could put a clear cohearant sentence together WITHOUT making up words.) Biden's speech was exactly what you'd expect and he delivered. Obama's was downright inspirational. You know - a leader who doesn't inspire, really isn't much of a leader. There were things he was able to say, that have needed to be said, for a LONG time. Like taking responsibility YOURSELVES for not just your life, but your family and your own communities. Look at your immediate world and do something about it. Anyway - I loved it. I won't bore you w/any more on that one.
McCain picked Palin. Now some would think I'd be extatic for a female on a ticket. I'm not. Why? It's not the right female. To choose a woman, solely because she's a woman to get p-o'd Hillary supporters is completely insulting. You have McCain, who is 72. In any other profession in this country he'd be forced into retirement. He is campaigning to hold the MOST stressful job in the world. I don't agree that he should have chosen a VP w/virtually no experience. 2 years as a Governor just doesn't cut it in my book. Palin just got her feet wet. Heaven-forbid McCain's health fail. This is NOT a stretch of the imagination as I've stated above. You want Palin to be President then? Not me. No way. This is scary if you ask me.
Now the good part of McCain's choice of Palin is this. I've seen a part of the McCain that I USED to know show up. I liked McCain PRIOR to his running for President. He did buck his party when called for. He did some great legislative bills. But when he started running for Pres., he ditched ALL the things I liked about him. He even has campaigned AGAINST the things he bucked the GOP for in the 1st place. So for him to choose Palin was just a glimmer of hope that the McCain that I knew and liked prior was still in there somewhere. But that's where the good part ends.
So now it's the GOP's turn so show the world whatever it is they want to show us. We'll see how that one goes.
Last night on the news there were raids and arrests for 'protesters'. I use that term loosely since the people arrested were not speaking about anything and were simply ruining others' property (smashed windows & vandalism). These are not protesters - they're thugs. The real protesters were across town. Differing views were presented & yes, yelling was happening. However nobody was hurt, no fists were flying & no property was damaged. That is protesting. Send those other guys to jail & throw away the key.
Obama picked Biden. I'm still not sure how I feel about this. Biden is well known for shooting off his mouth. And I think in light of the way the Bush administration has ran, this is a good thing. At least if Obama plans to listen to his VP anyway. Each exec is different, in their structure and power bases - and rightly so. I just hope Biden doesn't end up putting his foot in his mouth more often than not. I'd hate for the Dems to have a "Quayle" in their midst - if you know what I mean.
The Dems had their shot in the limelight last week. It was the same old-same old. I didn't watch a lot of the hoopla - strange stuff for me. But I did catch most of the 'big' speeches, thanks to H. I missed Michelle Obama's speech completely. At 1st I was NOT impressed w/Hillary's speech. However she pulled it through about 2/3rds of the way through & it came together well. Old Bill - he's always been a great speaker (oh how I've missed listening to a leader who could put a clear cohearant sentence together WITHOUT making up words.) Biden's speech was exactly what you'd expect and he delivered. Obama's was downright inspirational. You know - a leader who doesn't inspire, really isn't much of a leader. There were things he was able to say, that have needed to be said, for a LONG time. Like taking responsibility YOURSELVES for not just your life, but your family and your own communities. Look at your immediate world and do something about it. Anyway - I loved it. I won't bore you w/any more on that one.
McCain picked Palin. Now some would think I'd be extatic for a female on a ticket. I'm not. Why? It's not the right female. To choose a woman, solely because she's a woman to get p-o'd Hillary supporters is completely insulting. You have McCain, who is 72. In any other profession in this country he'd be forced into retirement. He is campaigning to hold the MOST stressful job in the world. I don't agree that he should have chosen a VP w/virtually no experience. 2 years as a Governor just doesn't cut it in my book. Palin just got her feet wet. Heaven-forbid McCain's health fail. This is NOT a stretch of the imagination as I've stated above. You want Palin to be President then? Not me. No way. This is scary if you ask me.
Now the good part of McCain's choice of Palin is this. I've seen a part of the McCain that I USED to know show up. I liked McCain PRIOR to his running for President. He did buck his party when called for. He did some great legislative bills. But when he started running for Pres., he ditched ALL the things I liked about him. He even has campaigned AGAINST the things he bucked the GOP for in the 1st place. So for him to choose Palin was just a glimmer of hope that the McCain that I knew and liked prior was still in there somewhere. But that's where the good part ends.
So now it's the GOP's turn so show the world whatever it is they want to show us. We'll see how that one goes.
Last night on the news there were raids and arrests for 'protesters'. I use that term loosely since the people arrested were not speaking about anything and were simply ruining others' property (smashed windows & vandalism). These are not protesters - they're thugs. The real protesters were across town. Differing views were presented & yes, yelling was happening. However nobody was hurt, no fists were flying & no property was damaged. That is protesting. Send those other guys to jail & throw away the key.
Monday, September 1, 2008
It's the last day of summer
Happy Labor Day - the unofficial last day of summer. Boooooooo AND YEA at the same time. We've had such a lovely summer it's hard to see it come to and end. But we've all managed to stay sane and that is no small feat - so YEA - no looney bin for me....yet.
In the last week we have gotten a lot jammed in.
Another Dr. trip for K1. 1 hole from having tubes in her ears is not healing. So we've scheduled a trip to the ENT. Stay tuned.
K2 had a birthday and H was completely jealous of his toys. To help him feel better I told him that if he asked really nicely, I bet K2 would share, hehehehe.
Ks and I went to my Grandmas house for a short overnight visit and my Aunt changed her plans to make certain she was there to visit as well - YEA! My life had about 50 years taken off - K3 fell down the stairs. She wasn't herself when she went to bed yet so I worried, prayed, and made deals with God for 12 hours. Most of which doesn't work - except for the prayer part of course. But, all is well (God must've been listening) and since it's been a few days I am pleased to report that she doesn't even have 1 bruise to show for her 'trip'. But let's not have to ever go through that one again. Whew.
My friend & her girls were here for our last "SSS" (Summer Sanity Session aka playdate) of the season. THANKS LADIES!! We'll miss ya.
Nephew's 1st HS football game of the season (He's a Sr. & 1 of the captains). K1 and I went to that so therefore K1 needed explaination. Driving to the game 'Mom, can I play football?' 'Not until you're older' 'Why?' 'They don't have teams that let girls play when you're small.' A few miles later... 'Mom, I'm not going to play football anyway.' 'Why?' 'Because you have to get hit. I don't wanna get hit.' 'OK' Can't say I blame her. I don't wanna get hit either. But then she said she'd play basketball instead. 'Well, you can get hit in that too.' 'Really?' 'Yep.' You could literally SEE the cogs turning in that little head of hers.
K1 and I went on a shopping trip Saturday. This was kick-started by getting my eyebrows waxed. You know - every time I have this done, I tell the person that I do get REALLY red - no allergies, etc., but REALLY REALLY red. But to have no fear - it's OK because most of the time, it's still a little pink the next day. And every time they never believe me. After we're done, it's always 'Wow, you really do get red!' "NOOOOOO, really???? Jeez - who would-a thought THAT??" It is truly comical. This time was no different - except K1 was watching insanely close. So much so that as she was bending over me, her hair was brushing my face. Silly girl. So then I told her that if anyone mentioned anything about my red eyes that she could tell them I got in a fight. We had fun the rest of the morning shopping and having lunch. Shopping for a few shirts for me was most excellent. 'Mom, you should get this ORANGE one!' 'Nope, orange is not my color.' 'This yellow one is nice Mom. You really NEED this one.' 'Nope, yellow is not my color either.' 'Mom, you just HAVE to HAVE THIS ONE!' 'Nope, sorry, I think that one is ugly. The price is REALLY ugly.'
A trip to a cousin's was yesterday. Man those kids are growing up fast. Oldest has her driver's permit now - watch out! A great & fun day - we need to get together more often.
The house went through a tornado of a cleaning today. YEA! Figured that since we're leaving town that we'd best get a few things cleaned & organized prior.
Leaving town? Yes, leaving town - ROAD TRIP BABY!! It's upon us and will start Wednesday night after K1 gets home from her 1st real day of school. I can't WAIT! Bring it on...
In the last week we have gotten a lot jammed in.
Another Dr. trip for K1. 1 hole from having tubes in her ears is not healing. So we've scheduled a trip to the ENT. Stay tuned.
K2 had a birthday and H was completely jealous of his toys. To help him feel better I told him that if he asked really nicely, I bet K2 would share, hehehehe.
Ks and I went to my Grandmas house for a short overnight visit and my Aunt changed her plans to make certain she was there to visit as well - YEA! My life had about 50 years taken off - K3 fell down the stairs. She wasn't herself when she went to bed yet so I worried, prayed, and made deals with God for 12 hours. Most of which doesn't work - except for the prayer part of course. But, all is well (God must've been listening) and since it's been a few days I am pleased to report that she doesn't even have 1 bruise to show for her 'trip'. But let's not have to ever go through that one again. Whew.
My friend & her girls were here for our last "SSS" (Summer Sanity Session aka playdate) of the season. THANKS LADIES!! We'll miss ya.
Nephew's 1st HS football game of the season (He's a Sr. & 1 of the captains). K1 and I went to that so therefore K1 needed explaination. Driving to the game 'Mom, can I play football?' 'Not until you're older' 'Why?' 'They don't have teams that let girls play when you're small.' A few miles later... 'Mom, I'm not going to play football anyway.' 'Why?' 'Because you have to get hit. I don't wanna get hit.' 'OK' Can't say I blame her. I don't wanna get hit either. But then she said she'd play basketball instead. 'Well, you can get hit in that too.' 'Really?' 'Yep.' You could literally SEE the cogs turning in that little head of hers.
K1 and I went on a shopping trip Saturday. This was kick-started by getting my eyebrows waxed. You know - every time I have this done, I tell the person that I do get REALLY red - no allergies, etc., but REALLY REALLY red. But to have no fear - it's OK because most of the time, it's still a little pink the next day. And every time they never believe me. After we're done, it's always 'Wow, you really do get red!' "NOOOOOO, really???? Jeez - who would-a thought THAT??" It is truly comical. This time was no different - except K1 was watching insanely close. So much so that as she was bending over me, her hair was brushing my face. Silly girl. So then I told her that if anyone mentioned anything about my red eyes that she could tell them I got in a fight. We had fun the rest of the morning shopping and having lunch. Shopping for a few shirts for me was most excellent. 'Mom, you should get this ORANGE one!' 'Nope, orange is not my color.' 'This yellow one is nice Mom. You really NEED this one.' 'Nope, yellow is not my color either.' 'Mom, you just HAVE to HAVE THIS ONE!' 'Nope, sorry, I think that one is ugly. The price is REALLY ugly.'
A trip to a cousin's was yesterday. Man those kids are growing up fast. Oldest has her driver's permit now - watch out! A great & fun day - we need to get together more often.
The house went through a tornado of a cleaning today. YEA! Figured that since we're leaving town that we'd best get a few things cleaned & organized prior.
Leaving town? Yes, leaving town - ROAD TRIP BABY!! It's upon us and will start Wednesday night after K1 gets home from her 1st real day of school. I can't WAIT! Bring it on...
1 more Fair thing
I forgot 1 thing about the MN State Fair. Oops.
We were walking uphill and at the top of this hill the street was jam packed. People could hardly move. I thought nothing of it because it was past 1pm on the 1st Saturday of the Fair - that's standard stuff. Then we were walking by a local 'teeny bopper' radio station and the DJ yells "THE BACKSTREET BOYS!!!"
Oooo goody.
Girls were screaming their little heads off - I was going even more deaf. H says 'find some space, we need air NOW.' YEA - NO KIDDING.
Crazy.
We were walking uphill and at the top of this hill the street was jam packed. People could hardly move. I thought nothing of it because it was past 1pm on the 1st Saturday of the Fair - that's standard stuff. Then we were walking by a local 'teeny bopper' radio station and the DJ yells "THE BACKSTREET BOYS!!!"
Oooo goody.
Girls were screaming their little heads off - I was going even more deaf. H says 'find some space, we need air NOW.' YEA - NO KIDDING.
Crazy.
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