The Waiting Game

 Hi Everyone,

 This is my first Official Page using Masks. (I THINK).... I sent it over to the Audrajscraps to see if I did it right. I am still waiting for her to respond. This is a practice page. I worked my butt off trying to get this technique down and had many failed attempts.
 I watched tutorials, I skyped with others in the know and still failed and failed and failed.... I was beyond frustrated and overwhelmed and then yesterday I was told a little bit of information that made it all better....

 The picture has to be bigger than the mask! Now why oh why wasn't I informed of that to begin with? And here I was trying to put the mask around the photo as if in a frame and it was just the opposite. Well we will see if this is done correctly. I hope so!

 I am headed to the doctor in a few hours. I am nervous as a cat because I am going alone. It is to a pain management clinic. I have only been to one before this and only twice and had my daughter Laurie to go with me. I quit going because they stopped taking my insurance. And possibly to the refusal for them to inject stuff into my spine. Sorry, nothing is wrong with my spine. I opted for as natural childbirth as possible because I refused anything in my spine such as an epederal or spinal block. No thank you...I have 3 fears when it comes to my body that I cannot explain.

 1. Is that I do not want anyone messing with my spine as I have seen what those things can do with your back. My son had to have a spinal tap done when he was a baby and today has so much trouble with his back.
 2. Is my nose.... I have had to have tubes run up my nose before and had to swallow a tube to get it down into my stomach... No thank you.... I am not one to use nose sprays or neti pots or anything like that unless I just have to. Even when they do the flu swab up my nose I gag... I just can't get over anything going up my nose.
 3. My eyes....  I once watched a movie about an alien abduction and the alien put  a needle in this guys eye.... OK that was just to much info for me and it happened to quickly for me to close my eyes or turn away. Even today when I visit the eye doctors I have this fear that the machine will suddenly shoot out a needle into my eye....

 Anyway I just want some relief for this pain. I have lived with it for years and have developed ways to cope but they have stopped working for me. I am tired of hurting. I go to bed in pain and I get up in pain.
 I am saddened to as I realized the other day when my daughter and I were talking that I have never been to a single birthday party for my grand kids, or to a recital, or a Grandmother and Me lunch at their school.
 My heart broke when the kids asked me a couple of weeks ago. "Na-Na will you go to the park and play with me/" and I couldn't do it. Really....... What the hell.......  I made an appointment that very day with a pain management clinic. It is time that I quit hurting. And I swear I am not taking no this time for an answer. My doctor has blown me off so now it is up to me if I want to continue living in pain where I can only function when I have to or if I want to have some quality of happiness and reduced pain in my life.
 I am not asking for a miracle. I don't expect to walk in and walk out pain free. I just want to hurt less. I just want to be a part of my grand children's life. I just want to be able to get out of bed and go for a walk and not have to stop every 5 steps to wait for the pain to subside. Is that asking for too much? Why doesn't my doctor understand how bad that I hurt?
 Of course the blame is also on me.... For one I never pushed the issue. I just accepted the fact that they knew best in the course of pain treatment. Stupid me. I always thought that I had to have a referral to pain management clinics... That is not the case. I can go. I can hopefully get treatment that works.I am so ready for a little less pain and a lot more activity.

 Guess that wraps up my post for today because I have to do a few things, get cleaned up and dressed and be ready when they pick me up. I plan to go to my daughters for a few days so I may not blog until I get home. Have a great day to all.... BB

Hello Monday!

 Hello Monday! and Hello Everyone,

 This page is not yet quiet finished. I started it with a cut out of my daughter Laurie and my son in law David. I am practicing on cutting out images from back grounds. Wow I need lots and lots of practice with that. As I have been working on this page I have tried to improve on the cutting out. I cannot get Laurie's feet just right so I put a bottle in the sand there. I will continue to work on cutting this image out and will try again later.

 Yesterday was a weird day for me. My son Matthew came home and picked me up for a late breakfast, around 10:30 and then we went over to Barbara's aunts house. Carol and Barbara had been busy. They worked in the back yard and she started bringing out her plants for some sunlight. It was 72 degrees yesterday but the wind was a little nippy. We sat around the fire pit and roasted hot dogs and talked. Listened  to some music but by 2:00 I was ready to come home. Still not feeling up to par so Barbara took me home. I changed out of my clothes, put my gown back on and went to bed. I slept from 3 something until 4:30 this morning. I didn't even wake up to go to the bathroom. The one time that I do remember waking up Cisco wanted under the cover with me. I let him in snuggled around him and went right back to sleep. I guess that my body really needed it. I am having my first cup of coffee now.

 I should have taken pictures but my phone was really low on charge so I didn't even bring it out of the house. We had a good time just sitting and talking and watching Carol work. That woman never stops. I swear if I just had a little tiny bit of her energy. While in the back yard we watched her spray paint a Flamingo yard decoration, start busting up firewood, start a fire, bring out her plants and then she stopped to have a hot dog and then she was off and running again... Matthew hurt his back at work. I could tell that he was in really bad pain. He kissed me on the cheek, told me that he was going to take some of his medicine and went back to bed. I am sure that I will see him again sometime today.  I cannot believe that I slept as long as I did. I wish these antibiotics would kick in as I had fever again when I laid down. Just low grade but it tells me that I am still not well.

 I do have some more pages that I did of the grandkids. I am looking for one of Alex. I cannot find that photo anywhere. It is a cute picture of him too. I will try again as I always do pages of the other kids but not many of Alex because they are snapshots and most are blurry. This one is of Adrian.

 This was taken a few years ago when he was losing and getting his baby teeth. I did the large picture in a cross stitch pattern and then applied the original and added the book and glasses. Adrian is a reader. He has already finished the books in his class. I gave him several over Christmas and I asked if he wanted to read one with me the last time that I visited him and he said he had already read all of them. So I need to find some more for him.

 This is Cathy. I took this picture the last time that I visited. Her dad, me, and her brothers Adrian and Dante went to Subway where Laurie works for breakfast. We had a great time. Even Dante was happy and content. I took this photo into my Photofunia program and applied an art effect and then added the original and decorated the rest of the page with elements from Salt Town Studio. I really love this program. I wish that it offered more but I will take what it does offer.

 And last but not least, this is Dante meeting a friends new puppy named Dottie. Since there was only 3 pictures I used the first one for the first and last in the frame. This is a different program. Photo Collage, and I used a freebie kit by Sahlin called Something New to do this page with.

 Now I really need to find that one picture of Alex and I told Courtney that I need some more pics of Celeste.
 Oh speaking of Celeste we talk every week... Her new word is "Hey".... any time she wants to babble at me and thinks I am not listening she says "Hey".... she is so precious. I cannot believe how much I adore being a grandmother. I always knew I wanted to be a mom, but being a grandmother is just awesome. I love the phone calls, the hugs and kisses, and smiles. I even love the moments that are frustrating.... It is all a part of their world that I love being in.

 Cisco is going on a trip with me the next time that I go to Laurie's. I slightly hesitate because he is getting on up there in years and he isn't use to being around the kids all of the time. Adrian and Cathy I don't worry about but Dante... well he isn't use to being around pets and Cisco isn't use to being around them either so I will have to be on my toes and have my eyes wide open to watch for little dangers.Such as ear pulling and stuff. Dante will just think that he is playing but Cisco is kind of grouchy these days and besides... How would I like it if someone was chasing and pulling my ears and tail?

 I called my doctor to have one of my prescriptions refilled as the pharmacy was told that I would have to come in. I was very annoyed and aggravated. I really need that medicine. It helps with my neuropothy. Especially in my legs and feet. Anyway I have to see about making another appointment again and I am going to have to see about a new doctor. According to my insurance I have to see a doctor in their network. I hate that. I really like my insurance but that is crap.

 Well that is my news for today. I am doing laundry and cleaning my room today. I am going to color some in my book and see if I can get that page finished so I can crop and edit it and make a page of it.
 Until next time, have a great day to all.... BB

The Yellow Rose Of Texas

 Hi Everyone,

 I am only up for a little while. Nasty bug caught me. Between the sniffles, sneezes, body aches and pains, along with the fever, it is probably the flu. Thankfully I had my flu shot and if it is the flu then perhaps this is just a light case. I get up when I can, but I admit that I am frequently headed back to bed after small trips to the bathroom and kitchen.

 I wanted to do a page of something so I had this box of Kleenex in my bathroom and the words to the song The Yellow Rose Of Texas are printed on the box. Every time I went into the bathroom I would see this box and couldn't get the words out of my head. We use to sing this song when I was in grade school. It is one of those Texas Classics that was brought back into my memory.
 Too bad that so many of the good things that I remember of being in school is just a past memory now. No more prayer, or singing or Pledge Of Allegiance. How sad for our Country to have come to this.

 I remember how we looked forward every morning to stand before the flag and our Principle started the day with a prayer over the intercom, and then played The Star Bangled Banner. Announcements were made, the days lunch menu was given from a selected student, and we all looked forward to real lunches where there was a meal such as meat loaf and mashed potatoes, corn and green beans.  Fridays were a favorite because it was hamburger or sloppy joes..... Now it is junk food....

 Mid morning we all had milk break. For a nickle we could choose white or chocolate milk. Some times we had an extra treat. A mom might provide cookies or cupcakes.
 We had Room Mothers and they were there often with a treat or a craft. Valentines Day is around the corner. By this time of the year we would be making our Valentine Boxes and they would go on the wall until we had our Valentine Party. We made everyone of our valentines in Art class. No one was left out.
 This is another long lost tradition.... Due to stupid rules and regulations or for violating someones human rights, school parties are really a thing of the past. A few schools still participate but not like years before. I can understand the food. Too many food allergies, but couldn't special care be taken for those children? Nope so the rest of the kids just has to do without as well.

 Well anyway, these memories linger in my mind today and I thought that I would share them. It is time for me to lay back down. My energy is rather sapped. I go to the doctor tomorrow so I hope that I will be feeling better.... Have a great day and Be Blessed.... BB

Time To Hiberate

 Hi everyone...

 I want to hibernate in a little while but first I will update my blog and then it is me and my tablet under the covers in my bed where I will watch something on Netflix or read something on Kindle and I hope that with my precious Cisco by my side that I will sleep. Have you noticed how Often I post about my sleep or lack of?

 I do not know why these two top pages did not get posted in my blog. I was at my dashboard today and noticed that the post said draft from December 10th, Anyway here it is now. My very first attempt using a mask. The top page is the finished product from my practice session with my friend Heather... I am practicing but I cannot get the images to snap into the mask. But not too bad for my first attempt. I will keep practicing. It will not happen over night for me but as long as I am trying I am sure that eventually I will get there!

 I got up this morning and dressed and headed out for a walk to the store. It was so beautiful outside and I enjoyed getting out and moving around. It is rather quite a walk but I took my time and stopped several times to just admire the beauty on the way back. The first part of the walk I was on the phone with Laurie.

 Night before last my son in law David was on his way home from a friends house, less than 2 small blocks from his house when he was attacked by a group of men. Not sure if it was a gang member thing or what, but they beat him up badly. He already has so many problems and this did not help. He had to be taken to the hospital. They took his wallet and his wedding ring, watch and a necklace that he has worn for years. Laurie spent the day canceling credit cards and sitting with David at the hospital where he filed a report. As he didn't know the attackers and did not have a chance to get a really good look at who attacked him, the information in the report really lacks a lot. They took all of his cash too of course. He had a mild concussion and lots of bangs and bruises and Laurie said that he has several large lumps on this head.
 While I was visiting Laurie one evening and rather early too, around 8:00 pm she walked to Subway to get her a sandwich. She swears someone was following her and she called her husband and he met her and walked the short distance with her. They never saw anyone but it scared her, then they saw a shadow of someone on their front porch the night before this happened.
 They live so close to everything. They have always felt safe there but that is changing. Cars being broken into, 2 rapes have been reported in the surrounding area and now this. So they are on double alert to anything or anyone suspicious. They are also meeting the bus everyday now. Laurie use to just stand on the sidewalk so she could see the kids get off the bus since it stops so close to her apartment she liked to let them walk the short distance but she could still see them. But not anymore. She is now walking them to the bus and walking them home. Praying that this is the end of it and prayers for their safety.

 Last night I ran vinegar thru my coffee pot and gave it a good cleaning. It is really on it's last leg but maybe I can replace it soon. My body is hurting so bad today. Another reason that it is going to feel good to hibernate. So with that I will bid you a fond farewell...... Talk soon...... BB

I Thought It Was Monday!

 Hi There,

 It is only Sunday, but for some reason I was thinking that it was Monday. That's what I get for thinking lol.

 I went to bed early last night. Early for me is before midnight. I did have to take 2 showers. One right after the other. I was picking up my bedroom last night before bed and just after my shower when I noticed some one left a Styrofoam cup on one of my end tables. Presuming that it was empty I picked it up to dispose of and it was full. I dropped it and the cola that was in it came up and splashed me and the wall, the ceiling and of course landed in a big huge puddle on my clean carpets. I cleaned up the mess and had to have another shower. Even my house shoes had to be washed and are now drying. What a mess. I had to wash those by hand and cannot put them in the dryer. When I bought them the small was a tad tight but the mediums were just to big. The small did stretch out to be comfortable but I didn't want to chance them shrinking by putting them in the dryer so I washed them and put them in a towel to soak up as much water as possible and I am sure that they will be fine.

 I watched a documentary last night called Myth Hunters, The Book Of Spells. It was very interesting. It was a search about a lost book that was written in Ancient Egypt that was to have been written by the God Thoth and the direction that it took.  That part was really interesting because some of the things that were said to have been ancient are things that we actually use today including Tarot cards and even the Masons use the ancient Egyptian symbols in their lodges.

 Above, the scrap page that I made is in part made from several kits. Beijing from My Memories, Asian Harmony from Miss Edna and tubes from fd34creations. I called it Zen Garden. It was nice to get up this early chilly morning and play with a scrap page.
 Oh and when I came back from getting my coffee.... Look at what I found!

 My little guy had finagled the covers to his liking.... Rooted around until he pulled the top sheet to the bottom to lay on and covered himself up with the comforter. He is such a mess. I sure do love my little fur baby. He is still there sleeping. He snores so loudly and right now he is snoozing really well. Usually he sleeps on my right and we cuddle but lately he is wanting to cuddle on the left side. So to accommodate him I moved over to the other side and let him have my side. This is the reason I woke up at 5:30 this morning. When I tried to roll over to my spot, it was already taken lol.

 Well the morning is moving on so I think that I shall find another cup of coffee and get ready for the day. Carol, Karyn and I are going to get out and do something. I need to shop for some cleaning supplies. I am out of all the things that I need. Bleach, dish soap and dishwasher soap, garbage bags etc... So have a great day everyone and do something that you will enjoy this Beautiful Sunday!!! and here is a little something to enjoy!

  My fur baby wouldn't use it but it sure brought a smile to my face and hope the same for you as well.... Hugs to all. BB

My Shopping Adventure

 Hi Everyone,

  Yesterday my friend Carol and I went to the new H.E.B. we have here. It is one of our biggest grocery stores, but this my friends is a Mega Grocery Store... Very cool and lots of fun. We spent over 4 hours in here... We did not make it all the way thru the store. Mainly because I had to stop and look and snap pictures. Carol told everyone that I was a "Tourist" lol.. Guess that I was as I toured half of the store...

 This part of the store front is pretty cool. The green, yellow and blue glass is actually a water fall. The water rains down the sheets of glass. Behind the glass is a bar and grill of sorts. More of that in a minute.

 This is me.... Had I known this place was this fancy I would have dressed up!!!! But what a beautiful day for the middle of January. See on jacket, coat or sweater. We topped out at 69 degrees yesterday. We are making up for it today. It is cold and windy but yesterday was perfect.

 This is the Cafe Bar and Grill behind the glass....

 This was really neat. Food and Sports tv. It was fairly quiet when we got there but boy did it liven up when we were ready to leave with live music and lights and lots of people.

 Texas is known for it's beer among other things! Here in Austin we frequent some of the places that cater to the local Brewery's. H.E.B. even has stations offering free beer samples. I watched and listened but moved on as I was trying to take it all in.

 Another stop for drinks and sandwiches! You can help yourself or have someone to help you. Your choice.

 You cannot miss this even if you tried... The sweet smell of flowers just naturally makes you gravitate to see what all this floral center has to offer... I didn't get to see all of this either but here are some beautiful photos of what I did get to see.

 These orchids are just beautiful..... The green one really caught my eye!

 More flowers and of course so many more that I did not have time to look at....

 I fell in love with the Bamboo as well...

 Another little Nook and Cranny...

 This was one of my favorites in the store. The country look I suppose or perhaps that it is the sign that said Mom's Kitchen along with the one below it that said Family. I took several minutes looking here because it made me think of my mother and how much she would have loved looking at everything here.

 On to the next stop.... The Awesome Desserts.... I am so sorry that I did not take more pictures of this awesome spot. It was totally impossible to get shots of it all but the ones that I did get are awesome. I hope that you can see them but next time I go I am aiming for some close ups because these cakes and desserts are just beautiful.

 The bright bars that you see is the reflection of the florescent lights.

 Sushi Anyone? I stayed far far away but did take this picture for you. You can order at the front there and eat it there or take it home. (So I Was Told).

Bakery.... not the same place as the desserts.... Oh I forgot to include another picture from the desssert bar... The little parfait cups are actually real chocolate... They are really darling. I want to get some for my grandkids to have.

 Aren't they darling? This is in front of the Dessert section... Now off to the bakery.

 Another place that would be basically impossible to see everything in a short time. Any kind of bread that you want.... Here it is... I bought a loaf of Rye that is very tasty....

 Cheese anyone? Well same here as the bakery.. any kind you would like...

 Just a small shot taken here. I did not realize at the time that around the corner more cheese is offered! I bought a sampler....

Specialty Items and so many I cannot think of everything. However my friend Carol was seriously having a hard time choosing between the Artichoke Hearts and the Rasberry Jalapeno Jelly!  

This is the honey section.... All of these honey's are from Texas! Local growers and it makes my heart do proud to think that we also are working to keep our Locals working as well.

Rather a lot of honey here!

 This is some Rice Vinegar. This Isle was actually rather crowded. There were so many specialty items here ranging from the vinegar to the oils...
 There are some pictures that I just did not take or I would still be there, but the Coffee and Tea section is awesome. The Nuts is amazing...  cannot even begin to describe it. There are big bins that you can bag your own nuts, from Pecans and Walnuts to a few that I have never heard of.  Need those pecans chopped... not a problem, they have a chopper!
 Same with the coffee.... specialty coffees and grinders! I bought another Texas Pecan. It is my favorite. Jonathan gave me some for Christmas this year. It is my special treat on occassion!

 How about a little Wine to go with that Cheese.... Seven different wines... Tasted them all. This young lady was a sweet heart. She told us a little of the history of the wine, the age, then proceeded to give us samples... The one she is holding was my favorite. I did not buy it tho.

 This Gentleman is a kind soul... He was very patient with me as I tasted and went back in forth with these two wines...

 This wine is awesome.... It is a new wine. Only 5 months old for the store. I do forget the details of this wine.... I was buzzing pretty good by then!

In the end, this is the one that I chose. It is a splurge for me. Only because I had a 50% coupon to go along with it. And the Winner Is:

The next part of my adventure is an awesome cooking section. Here was food tasting that offered breads, wines, cheeses, as well as olives and bits of salads... Oh this was really right up my alley! I wasn't even hungry when I got home. A day out that offered food and drink all under the same roof lol....

 This is really bigger than it looks. What you cannot see is what is behind me... and yes another wine tasting event!

They were replenishing the breads when I took this picture. My friend Carol looking at the bread and oil and debating if she wanted to give it a try, In the meantime I waited for the other breads to arrive and I chose a dark bread that was really nice.

Olives and Mushrooms offered in several different ways. A serve yourself bar.

And this is what it looked like when I wobbled out lol... I took pictures of the live band but you cannot see them from this picture. The ones that I did take did not come out well. The music was great and upbeat. Didn't stay too long as it was dark and we had planned to be home long before we actually did arrive.

 It was a great adventure. Who knew that grocery shopping could be so much fun! So until my next adventure where I plan to see what is on the other side of the store, this is all that I have to share for today. I do have tons more pictures, but these are the most relevant. I hope that you enjoyed going along with me for the day.
 Until Monday, Have a great day and remember to always be kind! BB

Lets Cruise

 Hi Again Everyone,

 I know that I posted earlier but I will be away tomorrow. I have to go grocery shop and then a friend and I are going to just hang out and who knows what we will be doing.

 This is my sister in law in the first photo, This was her first cruise and I made a page for her. I so wish that I could go but with my seafood allergy the closest that I can come is looking at a goldfish tank or virtual reality or scrapping sea pages so scrapping it is.

 I am feeling really sick. I am hoping that what ever it is will quietly go away. This is not a time for me to be sick. But I feel achy and freezing one minute and we were at 68 degrees today and then sweating the next. It has been a gorgeous day.

 So I haven't really been doing much of anything other than rearranging some of my folders. I also went into my email and unsubscribed to a lot of sites that no longer interest me or send so many posts that  it borders on spam. When I checked my email a bit a go I only had 6 emails instead of the usual 160  ones that I normally would have. So I will be much happier without having to wade thru a lot of senseless emails from places that want the money that I don't have.

 Today I also worked in my bedroom. It looks much better. I had done my laundry before going to Laurie's so I had to get that all cleaned up, folded and put away. Then I threw away a ton of junk mail that the boys had put on my table to go thru and dispose of, and after that it was time to just hang out and do a bit of nothing for a little while before I started cooking dinner.

 So that is the story of my day. I think that I need some sleep so everyone enjoy your self and stay out of trouble... Until next time... BB

What's Up With Google Agan?

Hi Everyone,

 I have been away for a few days visiting with my daughter and her family. It was a nice break but they do not have internet and so I couldn't blog unless I took my computer over to the Rec center and I didn't take my computer. I will next time.

 So this is my granddaughter and the latest page that I did for her photobook. I think that I only need like 5 more pages to go to finish off Cathy's book. Then I will start on the other kids books.This page was done with two kits from my friend Edna. I used Lilah and It's raining ducky darling.... Thank you Edna.

 So a few things have happened. First off when I upgraded to Windows 10 , I lost all of my kits and pictures on my computer as something went wrong with the download and I had to put my computer back to factory settings. I had everything backed up or so I thought. Anyway I also had been using a program called This Life and every so often I would get these updates in my email that would say your memories 2 years ago etc... anyway I clicked on the link last night and found soooooo much of my original photos and kits.... I was so excited.
 Then this morning I was working on cleaning out a few boxes that I had my software in. I was looking for a game that I enjoyed playing and came across a thumb drive that my friend Edna had sent to me several months ago. I was over the moon! I have it downloaded now and this is what I used to make Cathy's page with today. Feeling very Thankful right now.

 When I decided to blog this morning Google would not let me in. It said that I had an incomplete profile and had to take these steps to update my profile. I am so sick of this I could scream. It just seems wrong to me that they want all of this information. I almost didn't do it but this is my place to blog that I like best so here I am.

 The weather is just beautiful. Today is a perfect day to get out and do something but I am being lazy and just want to hang out in my jammies. I am so tired from my jaunt with those grand babies but you know what? I had a blast. I did have to start hiding my phone and tablet since they love playing with them, especially Dante who just turned 2. He is such a stinker. He only called me 5 times yesterday. He likes to call, listen and then hang up lol....

 Today Laurie sent me a message that said to check my facebook page so that I could see the latest thing that Dante had done. He took a bite out of all the donuts that she had bought so that he wouldn't have to share.... stinky bad baby boy lol.

 Sad news in the Entertainment Industry this morning. The man that played Professor Snape in the Harry Potter movies died. I think that his name was Alan Rickman? I would have to look it back up but what a shame. So sad.

 I guess I had better get off of here and get busy in my house. My bedroom for the most part. I need to clean it and my bathroom for sure. Talk to you all later. Have a Blessed Day everyone..... BB

 

Winter Blues

 Hi Everyone,

  Welcome to January 2016!

 I bought this kit today and I am very disappointed in it, It looks different than the preview. I am just glad that I did not spend a lot of money on this kit. I usually do not buy kits because there are so many free ones out there. Anyway it is pretty enough but a lot of the images I already have, like the castle and the flowers in the top corner. But on the other hand there is some things that I don't have. So I will just be happy with what I have.

 Yesterday was a fabulous day. New Years with family and friends. Karyn cooked a wonderful meal and I can't thank her enough for all that she did. She chopped and whipped and shredded and refused any of my attempts at help but I did have my own job that I had to do and that was that I had to drink a glass of wine and play with my grandchildren. Easy and pleasant job that she gave me.
 My only regret is that I forgot to take pictures! I am so mad at myself for that. Moments that can't be recaptured. Memories lost and as such a picture taking person that I am... How I could have forgot that is really the only fly in the ointment. The kids had a great time playing Monopoly, Mouse Trap, and watching the Minions, Cathy's favorite and I let Adrian have my phone and tablet to play with and then of course there was my favorite of favorites.... Hugs and Kisses and I Love You's.... Dante was the only one that was a hold out. He was tired and overly so and was very cranky! Mama and Daddy had the joys of trying to pacify him. Sad that he wouldn't let me near him, little stinker.

 I haven't had time to do any of the things that I normally would be doing since I have been trying to play catch up on my house and I had been so wound up, not sleeping hardly at all and finally getting a few hours of real sleep sure seemed to go a long way. Today is my laundry day so I have to get that started and then I think that I will just hang out with the boys today.
 Jon, Karyn and Nathan went to see Star Wars last night. Jon had really been looking forward to it but said he thought that it was just ok.
 I have a new book to start called "Earth Magic" by Steven D. Farmer. It is about Ancient Shamanic Wisdom. I am not really sure that it is my cup of tea but at least I will start it and decide for myself if I like it or not.

 We have new neighbors moving in. She is pregnant. Very much so and has a toddler that is just to cute. I welcomed her to our complex and wished her and her family a Happy New Year and then she went her way with the toddler. I wasn't sure if the child was a boy or a girl. Normally if I cant tell I just look at their shoes and if they are pink then I figure girl lol. This child's shoes was of no help. They were either black or dark blue so I just said hi as a greeting.

 The weather is nippy. 42 degrees today. I am using my wrap that Matthew gave to me for Christmas. It is light weight and just right to keep the chill off of me. One of my friends from Scotland who moved down to Devonshire England sent me pictures of the flooding they had in Scotland. Yesterday they had 100 foot waves and was evacuating the Oil Derricks. At least that was what she was told by one of her family or friends.
 My heart goes out to our own country as to the flooding and loss. I know what these people are going thru and my heart hurts for them. So many people have lost so much.

 Well the boys want to play a card game so I am going to go beat their butts at Phase 10...... I am a super champ at that game... You all have a great day. BB