Our life has been just ordinary lately. For example this weekend was spent at home doing whatever we decided to do that moment - housework, napping, reading, planting, rewatching the LSU victory on DVD - just whatever. I love weekends like this one - somehow they seem to restore me. I love busy weekends also - but sometimes busy all week and busy all weekend is just crazy!
I have read three intraspective (not sure of the spelling) books over the past few years - and I really like the most recent one although each one has and continues to teach me some very important lessons. The one I am reading now is "A New Earth" by Eckhart Tolle which is the Oprah book that goes along with the lessons every Monday night. When I first started the book I found it to be very difficult to understand - he outlines so much in the first chapter - but I continued reading it and really like. It's about a way of looking at life and living each moment in life and recognizing your reactions to certain moments in life. It's really life changing.
Only four more days till we leave for North Carolina!!! Can't wait to see everyone there. We are so blessed!
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Sunday, February 24, 2008
Relaxing on the weekend
Britt and Jimmy visited us Friday night which was a lot of fun. Yummy seafood, cold beer, strawberry pie - I wish we all lived closer so we could do that more often. It was great to see them!
Saturday we cruised in the vet and visited some friends in Thibodeaux. The vet will be painted next week and then the interior will be put back in and the seats redone - hooray! I can't wait to see it all put together and have a comfortable seat to ride in. It's been a fun car - can't wait to cruise the coast in it!
Today we met John and Joanna, Mike and Auz, and the girls in downtown New Orleans for lunch. The girls were in a cheerleading competition so we watched for a while. I had no idea that cheerleading was such a big deal - I was thinking football games - not major competitions - especailly for the little girls. It was fun to be with them.
Tomorrow I have an all day workshop - ugh - I hate those things! But it's at Nicholls and I get to go to lunch with other therapists so that will be nice.
Saturday we cruised in the vet and visited some friends in Thibodeaux. The vet will be painted next week and then the interior will be put back in and the seats redone - hooray! I can't wait to see it all put together and have a comfortable seat to ride in. It's been a fun car - can't wait to cruise the coast in it!
Today we met John and Joanna, Mike and Auz, and the girls in downtown New Orleans for lunch. The girls were in a cheerleading competition so we watched for a while. I had no idea that cheerleading was such a big deal - I was thinking football games - not major competitions - especailly for the little girls. It was fun to be with them.
Tomorrow I have an all day workshop - ugh - I hate those things! But it's at Nicholls and I get to go to lunch with other therapists so that will be nice.
Monday, February 4, 2008
Eye, eye, eye mate...
Gee and I usually only go to one or two parades at Mardi Gras but this year we opted out all together due to Gee's eye situation - he wouldn't be able to see any beads flying at him! So we decided to go to the North Shore and stay at the camp for a change of pace. Gee is slowly getting his stamina back - so we mostly took scenic drives. Normally Gee drives and I navigate - but this time I drove and navigated! I definitely like it the other way around.
The gulf coast is still very devastated from Hurricanne Katrina. Some homes are rebuilt but most of the area is just empty lots. There was no place to eat from Bay St. Louis to Ocean Springs except for the casinos and fast food restaurants. But we did find an old favorite restaurant - McElroy's - that used to have two locations - the beach location is gone and the one we ate in had 7 ft of water in it! I had flounder with crabmeat stuffing and Gee had the same with red smapper - soooo good!
The next day we headed the other way towards Folsom/Hammond. We are still scouting for a retirement place - but we aren't ready to make a decision yet. Still not sure how we will want to live in 5-10 years - in the country? in a golf community? in a townhouse with a place for a boat underneath? on a boat? in an rv? Hmmmmmmmmmmm?
Today we ventured to Madisonville where we had lunch on the river. It's one of my favorite Northshore places to lunch and my crab/shrimp/avocado salad did not disappoint. Now we are home and Gee is itching to cook - he's promising to make red gravy tomorrow - my absolute favoite! I love my husband!!!!!!!!!!! Seriously - it's so nice to have him feeling better - just need the vision to improve.
The gulf coast is still very devastated from Hurricanne Katrina. Some homes are rebuilt but most of the area is just empty lots. There was no place to eat from Bay St. Louis to Ocean Springs except for the casinos and fast food restaurants. But we did find an old favorite restaurant - McElroy's - that used to have two locations - the beach location is gone and the one we ate in had 7 ft of water in it! I had flounder with crabmeat stuffing and Gee had the same with red smapper - soooo good!
The next day we headed the other way towards Folsom/Hammond. We are still scouting for a retirement place - but we aren't ready to make a decision yet. Still not sure how we will want to live in 5-10 years - in the country? in a golf community? in a townhouse with a place for a boat underneath? on a boat? in an rv? Hmmmmmmmmmmm?
Today we ventured to Madisonville where we had lunch on the river. It's one of my favorite Northshore places to lunch and my crab/shrimp/avocado salad did not disappoint. Now we are home and Gee is itching to cook - he's promising to make red gravy tomorrow - my absolute favoite! I love my husband!!!!!!!!!!! Seriously - it's so nice to have him feeling better - just need the vision to improve.
Saturday, January 26, 2008
My turn...
What is your salad dressing of choice? My new favorite is Zea's Pepper Jelly Vinagarette
What is your favorite fast food restaurant? None!
What is your favorite sit-down restaurant? Cafe Milano's in Houma, LA
On average how much of a tip do you leave at a restaurant? 20% - in honor of Britt
What food could you eat every day for two weeks and not get sick of? Bananas and apples
What are your pizza toppings of choice? I must admit that I love pepperoni pizza
What do you like to put on your toast? Cinnamon and butter.
TECHNOLOGY
What is your wallpaper on your computer? My precious grandaughters in LSU attire!!!
How many televisions are in your house? 5 - which is ridiculous for 2 people
What kind of cell phone do you have? The one for sale that day that I could read w/o my glasses!
Are you right-handed or left-handed? Right
Have you ever had anything removed from your body? Two children and a few teeth.
What is the last heavy item you lifted? The sofa I moved today by myself so Gee can lay on his left side and see the TV in the living room (post op instructions).
Have you ever been knocked unconscious? Nah
BULL[CRAP]OLOGY
If it were possible, would you want to know the day you were going to die? Why would I want to know that?
If you could change your name, what would you change it to? Claire - and one day I will!
What color looks good on you? Not really sure
Have you ever swallowed a non-food item by mistake? Play dough - but it wasn't a mistake!
Have you ever saved someone’s life? I once called 911 when the woman in the car ahead of me was being beaten but I don't know if I saved her life or not.
DAREOLOGY
Would you allow one of your little fingers to be cut off for $200,000? No - I like my fingers.
Would you never blog again for $50,000? Sure
Would you pose naked in a magazine for $250,000? At 53 years old - are you kidding me?
Would you drink an entire bottle of hot sauce for $1000? Absolutely not.
Would you, without fear of punishment, take a human life for $1,000,000? If someone was threatening my life or the life of a loved one I would like to think I would be brave enough to - but never for money.
What is in your left pocket? Probably a kleenex.
Is Napoleon Dynamite actually a good movie? I really don't remember it.
Do you have hardwood or carpet in your house? Both - but I could do without the carpet.
Do you sit or stand in the shower? Sit - most of the time.
Could you live with roommates? Yes - I did in college.
How many pairs of flip flops do you own? Not too many - I just sent them to Goodwill
When was the last time you had a run-in with the cops? Can't remember any - althought they are at school pretty often.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A Mom, a Mimi, a Speech Therapist, a stained glass artist, and a traveler.
Who is number 1 on your top 8? Don't have a my space but on my phone it's Gee.
LASTOLOGYQ:
Last Friend you talked to? Lynn
Last person who called you? Carolyn
FAVORITOLOGY
Number? 4
Season? Spring - I love the weather and the flowers and school is almost over!
Holiday? Christmas - since I have learned to relax about the shopping - I LOVE Christmas lights and Christmas Mass.
Day of the week? Friday around 3:00.
Month? June and July
CURRENTOLOGY
Missing someone? My kids and grandkids
Mood? Upbeat and a little worried about Gee
Listening to? It's very quiet at the moment.
Watching? So that I don't make typos
Worrying about? Gee's eye
First place you went this morning? Took Gee to the eye doctor
What can you not wait to do? Finish my 30th year in April 2009 so I can retire when I want
What’s the last movie you saw? Can't remember - it's been a long time
Do you smile often? Yes
Are you a friendly person? Most of the time.
What are you looking forward to? Emily's baby shower - spring - summer trips - a good book - our next GRITS meeting - Gee's cooking - Mardi Gras holidays - the beach - holding Erin and playing with Leah - Carolyn and Cindy moving back to Louisiana - Gourmet at John's camp - but mostly any time with my family!
What is your salad dressing of choice? My new favorite is Zea's Pepper Jelly Vinagarette
What is your favorite fast food restaurant? None!
What is your favorite sit-down restaurant? Cafe Milano's in Houma, LA
On average how much of a tip do you leave at a restaurant? 20% - in honor of Britt
What food could you eat every day for two weeks and not get sick of? Bananas and apples
What are your pizza toppings of choice? I must admit that I love pepperoni pizza
What do you like to put on your toast? Cinnamon and butter.
TECHNOLOGY
What is your wallpaper on your computer? My precious grandaughters in LSU attire!!!
How many televisions are in your house? 5 - which is ridiculous for 2 people
What kind of cell phone do you have? The one for sale that day that I could read w/o my glasses!
Are you right-handed or left-handed? Right
Have you ever had anything removed from your body? Two children and a few teeth.
What is the last heavy item you lifted? The sofa I moved today by myself so Gee can lay on his left side and see the TV in the living room (post op instructions).
Have you ever been knocked unconscious? Nah
BULL[CRAP]OLOGY
If it were possible, would you want to know the day you were going to die? Why would I want to know that?
If you could change your name, what would you change it to? Claire - and one day I will!
What color looks good on you? Not really sure
Have you ever swallowed a non-food item by mistake? Play dough - but it wasn't a mistake!
Have you ever saved someone’s life? I once called 911 when the woman in the car ahead of me was being beaten but I don't know if I saved her life or not.
DAREOLOGY
Would you allow one of your little fingers to be cut off for $200,000? No - I like my fingers.
Would you never blog again for $50,000? Sure
Would you pose naked in a magazine for $250,000? At 53 years old - are you kidding me?
Would you drink an entire bottle of hot sauce for $1000? Absolutely not.
Would you, without fear of punishment, take a human life for $1,000,000? If someone was threatening my life or the life of a loved one I would like to think I would be brave enough to - but never for money.
What is in your left pocket? Probably a kleenex.
Is Napoleon Dynamite actually a good movie? I really don't remember it.
Do you have hardwood or carpet in your house? Both - but I could do without the carpet.
Do you sit or stand in the shower? Sit - most of the time.
Could you live with roommates? Yes - I did in college.
How many pairs of flip flops do you own? Not too many - I just sent them to Goodwill
When was the last time you had a run-in with the cops? Can't remember any - althought they are at school pretty often.
What do you want to be when you grow up? A Mom, a Mimi, a Speech Therapist, a stained glass artist, and a traveler.
Who is number 1 on your top 8? Don't have a my space but on my phone it's Gee.
LASTOLOGYQ:
Last Friend you talked to? Lynn
Last person who called you? Carolyn
FAVORITOLOGY
Number? 4
Season? Spring - I love the weather and the flowers and school is almost over!
Holiday? Christmas - since I have learned to relax about the shopping - I LOVE Christmas lights and Christmas Mass.
Day of the week? Friday around 3:00.
Month? June and July
CURRENTOLOGY
Missing someone? My kids and grandkids
Mood? Upbeat and a little worried about Gee
Listening to? It's very quiet at the moment.
Watching? So that I don't make typos
Worrying about? Gee's eye
First place you went this morning? Took Gee to the eye doctor
What can you not wait to do? Finish my 30th year in April 2009 so I can retire when I want
What’s the last movie you saw? Can't remember - it's been a long time
Do you smile often? Yes
Are you a friendly person? Most of the time.
What are you looking forward to? Emily's baby shower - spring - summer trips - a good book - our next GRITS meeting - Gee's cooking - Mardi Gras holidays - the beach - holding Erin and playing with Leah - Carolyn and Cindy moving back to Louisiana - Gourmet at John's camp - but mostly any time with my family!
Monday, January 14, 2008
After a wonderful holiday and awesome LSU victory, it's back to school and our normal routine. Last weekend was fun - we attended two weddings. Both took place in gorgeous churches. St Francis cathedral in Houma has been newly remodeled and is elegantly beautiful and Immacolate Conception Church in New Orleans has so much history - the backs of the pews were iron scroll and the altar was stunning. I love visiting different churches - there is such a powerful feeling of holiness - just think of all the prayers offered in those churches! Jamie was a beautiful bride and the reception was alot of fun.
So this week we are dibbles testing at school. We have to administer a series of one minutes reading tests to EVERY STUDENT IN THE SCHOOL!!! Who came up with this idea??? We do this three times a year and it takes all day for 3-4 days with 10-15 people testing! I know what's wrong with education - we test too much! Last week our fourth graders took the practice LEAP to prepare for the real LEAP in April. So those students had a test every morning last week and were tested again today. Oh well - only 4 1/2 more years!
Oh well - time to get the clothes out of the dryer!
So this week we are dibbles testing at school. We have to administer a series of one minutes reading tests to EVERY STUDENT IN THE SCHOOL!!! Who came up with this idea??? We do this three times a year and it takes all day for 3-4 days with 10-15 people testing! I know what's wrong with education - we test too much! Last week our fourth graders took the practice LEAP to prepare for the real LEAP in April. So those students had a test every morning last week and were tested again today. Oh well - only 4 1/2 more years!
Oh well - time to get the clothes out of the dryer!
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Patches of Godlight
I was reminded in church this past Sunday to always look for God in your daily life. I learned this concept several years ago - and it was called "Patches of Godlight". So here are a few "patches" I have seen lately:
Gee called me the other day to look out the window at the rainbow. Rainbows have always reminded me of God and this one was especially pretty.
Erin's picture with the scarecrow - I think it's a professional one. Her big laugh and precious eyes - this child is truly a gift from God.
I took Mom shopping today. She doesn't have a lot of stamina so we were only able to go to two stores but she was so appreciative that I took her. I am so lucky to still have her and that her alzheimer's seems to not be getting worse, although I know it will at some point. I have been blessed with both of my parents.
The other morning driving to school there was a beautiful light coming from the clouds - sunlight just breaking through. But it reminded me of the light of God.
We were writing Christmas wishes the other day and the children had to wish for something other that toys. So one of my second grade boys wished he could wrestle and alligator. He was so serious - and even wrote down his phone number for me in case I ever have a problem alligator around! The innocence of children.
Recognizing God in our daily lives helps to keep us focused on him and the true meaning of Christmas and our purpose here on earth. Have you seen any "Patches of Godlight" lately?
Gee called me the other day to look out the window at the rainbow. Rainbows have always reminded me of God and this one was especially pretty.
Erin's picture with the scarecrow - I think it's a professional one. Her big laugh and precious eyes - this child is truly a gift from God.
I took Mom shopping today. She doesn't have a lot of stamina so we were only able to go to two stores but she was so appreciative that I took her. I am so lucky to still have her and that her alzheimer's seems to not be getting worse, although I know it will at some point. I have been blessed with both of my parents.
The other morning driving to school there was a beautiful light coming from the clouds - sunlight just breaking through. But it reminded me of the light of God.
We were writing Christmas wishes the other day and the children had to wish for something other that toys. So one of my second grade boys wished he could wrestle and alligator. He was so serious - and even wrote down his phone number for me in case I ever have a problem alligator around! The innocence of children.
Recognizing God in our daily lives helps to keep us focused on him and the true meaning of Christmas and our purpose here on earth. Have you seen any "Patches of Godlight" lately?
Friday, November 30, 2007
Things I like about December
1. It's my birthday month! One of my first graders today told me today that tomorrow is December and she couldn't wait. So I asked her why and she said because our birthdays are that month. I couldn't believe that she remembered that from a discussion earlier this year! It's also Angelle's birthday month, and John's and Kevin's and Lige's and Melea's! And of course Kenshae Nevis - my precious speech student!
2. Cool weather - it's almost always nice in December!
3. We have two weeks off of school!!! This year we have nine days off after Christmas which is the best time - the craziness is over and we can just enjoy!
4. Christmas lights - who doesn't love seeing the houses all lit up!
5. Christmas Eve - I love the tradition of going to my parents house and visiting with family. As they get older it just becomes more precious. I was there today and Mom was all excited because my brother helped her get her decorate her house. And Dad loves the steal gift! He and I were thinking of silly ideas for his. today while we cooked supper.
6. Christmas Day - Gee's family is so much fun! And this year we get to have it here again - yeah! It's wild and loud and chaos - and I love it.
7. But most importantly - I treasure the time when it's just us - our children and grandchildren here visiting and enjoying being together. That is the greatest gift of Christmas ever! I can't wait!
2. Cool weather - it's almost always nice in December!
3. We have two weeks off of school!!! This year we have nine days off after Christmas which is the best time - the craziness is over and we can just enjoy!
4. Christmas lights - who doesn't love seeing the houses all lit up!
5. Christmas Eve - I love the tradition of going to my parents house and visiting with family. As they get older it just becomes more precious. I was there today and Mom was all excited because my brother helped her get her decorate her house. And Dad loves the steal gift! He and I were thinking of silly ideas for his. today while we cooked supper.
6. Christmas Day - Gee's family is so much fun! And this year we get to have it here again - yeah! It's wild and loud and chaos - and I love it.
7. But most importantly - I treasure the time when it's just us - our children and grandchildren here visiting and enjoying being together. That is the greatest gift of Christmas ever! I can't wait!
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