Month: August 2008

Today’s Thoughts, Memories, and a Movie Review

Here are my thoughts for today — what I did, some memories, the week in review, and even a movie review…. Today is August 16th – the anniversary of the death of two special people: My Grandpa, who died 10 years ago today. I… Continue Reading “Today’s Thoughts, Memories, and a Movie Review”

Rosa Marina Is Really Popular!

By far, the most common Google search that brings people to my blog contains the key words “Rosa Marina Salad” or some variation thereof! I posted the recipe a while back (click here to find that post) because it is a favorite of mine… Continue Reading “Rosa Marina Is Really Popular!”

Santa Claus Is Coming

I know it is only mid-August and still in the midst of summer! But, it is time to start thinking about my very favorite time of year – CHRISTMAS!!! I’ve started making my list of gift ideas and thinking about what kind of Christmas… Continue Reading “Santa Claus Is Coming”

Stormy Weather

The storm here in Sanford last evening was a doozy!! It came and went in a blink of an eye, but it was intense!! I wouldn’t be surprised to hear that it bordered on being a tornado! The wind was strong and LOUD!! I… Continue Reading “Stormy Weather”

Movie Review – Swing Vote

I went to see “Swing vote” yesterday and I have to say it was actually quite good! It can’t be compared to other Costner classics, like “Field of Dreams“, “The Bodyguard“, “Bull Durham“, or “Message in a Bottle“. But it also doesn’t fall to… Continue Reading “Movie Review – Swing Vote”

Bagels, Flea Market, Phones, and Movies!!!

I had such a great day!!! It wasn’t as hot today, so it was actually quite pleasant to be out and about! I started the day with the girls outside playing and enjoying the weather while I did some laundry and balanced my checkbook.… Continue Reading “Bagels, Flea Market, Phones, and Movies!!!”

My blog is having a birthday!!!

On August 12, 2007, I decided to start a blog! I didn’t know many people who had blogs and wasn’t sure what I would do with one, but I wanted to give it a try! My very first post was about how I had… Continue Reading “My blog is having a birthday!!!”

Paris For President!!!

Have you seen this??? It is so HOT!!! I love it!!! Unfortunately, the HTML didn’t work, so you’ll have to click on this link — but it is worth the effort – I promise!!! Paris Hilton For President!!!

They really are well behaved!!!

Why is it that dogs (as well as kids) are so well behaved when there is no one around to witness it and act like wild hellions whenever someone else is around? This forces you to say things like “they really are well behaved”… Continue Reading “They really are well behaved!!!”

Reflecting on the Weekend Activities

It is midnight on Sunday and I am sitting here reflecting on the weekend that just ended! Yep – the weekend is over – I should be in bed getting the beauty sleep I need to be able to get up in the morning… Continue Reading “Reflecting on the Weekend Activities”