Archive for September, 2011

Thought Candy

Wednesday, September 7th, 2011

I’m stuck. It’s only Wednesday and I’m already dreaming of the weekend. I try to psyche myself out and just cope….but I suppose I’m just one of those people. My life revolves around weekends! Ha!

I couldn’t resist posting some fun Pinterest finds. So read on, my friends and enjoy! Besides, who doesn’t need some inspiration?

How’s that for a hump day post? Lamecakes, I know! Sorry. I’ll be back tomorrow with something profound! Just you wait and see people! Until then. Be happy….the week is half over.

PS–If you click on the picture, it will enlarge so you can see the whole thing (as in the 1990 pix). I really do think 1990 was just 10 years ago. Hello, I have a son born in 1990!

Hoarders Meatball Style

Monday, September 5th, 2011

I have this friend (or should I say, I thought we were friends). She makes a mean meatball. I’ve even watched her do it, so really I have no excuse as to why I can’t replicate the recipe. Other than….I didn’t watch that closely. She could’ve put anything in the bowl when I wasn’t looking. And let’s be honest here, I didn’t feel the need to watch her every move. Hello? We’re friends.

Now, I suffer for it.

Because said friend has this death clinch on her meatball recipe. I sent her an email asking nicely for a little direction. No response (I forgive her for being “too busy”) then I resorted to using one of my kids as a messenger. What I heard back…..disturbs me even now.

“She’s praying about it!”.

Whaaaaa?

Oh girl! It’s on like a donkey kong now! 😉

Nobody puts baby in the corner over a meatball recipe! I think someone’s forgotten who the photog was of a certain preggo picture way back in seminary days. Hint: M E !!! I don’t want to have to resort to blackmail. So, I’ll just throw this out there…

Hand over the rockin meatball recipe or else I’ll be forced to search through my many pictures of the old days and post them loud and clear here on MY BLOG!!

Don’t make me get crazy!

P.S.
Do I need to bring up WHITE TRASH CHICKEN? I have no ability to stop myself from guilting you into sharing. So just have mercy…

Look how things went all because you HAD TO PRAY about it.

The leftovers

I would rank them in the mediocre category. Anyone could’ve whipped them up. While I’ll never be the meatball expert you are…..no one turned them away and I even had a few leftover. Someday, when I grow up–I hope to make some as yummy as yours.

Love,
Creator of WTC (don’t hate)!!

A Seriously New Day

Monday, September 5th, 2011

I’m almost ashamed to admit this…..I was beginning to believe that it would never be cool again. Yes, I live in Indiana and of course we have a big snow season here. But the heatwave had stolen my hope, ya’ll! I can’t remember it ever being so miserably hot as it has been this summer. Sticky gacky H O T !!

The crazy thing about Indiana weather is if you don’t like how it feels today, just stick around it’ll be different tomorrow! Well, today is yesterday’s tomorrow and IT IS DIFFERENT!! Ya’ll, the windows are open…the a/c is off and the sweatpants are on!

It’s not just cool….IT IS COLD! The high will be 70 today and I am so stinkin excited! Forget what I said about topping August in my last post. This weather is my new best friend. I just hope that wherever you are–that you’re feeling it too!

This is seriously a new day. Enjoy your Labor Day, friends. It’s back to work tomorrow.

Getting Over August

Friday, September 2nd, 2011

August was busy! I can say that because it flew by so fast that I barely remember it. I haven’t forgotten the long hot days though. They were killer! My whopping electric bill is proof! It’s one of the highest we’ve ever had. Dog it!

Many good things happened in August. So how will I ever top it?

My family traveled to Florida for a great vacation.

We visted with great friends along the way.

I enjoyed a great trip with my hubby.

Partied it up at a Colts game with fun friends.

Went to see one of THE BEST movies, ever!

Started back to school. Won a $100 giftcard to BestBuy. Took our favorite babysitter out for dinner (who lives far away). Spent some quality time tanning by a very nice pool. Read a couple interesting books. Let go of another child (to the college world). Enjoyed my nest being full. Dated my hubby. Stayed inside in the a/c. Shared precious conversations with forever friends. Watched my kids make a few forever friends.

I could go on but I won’t. You’re probably thinking of your own blessings about this last month. I’m just wondering…..HOW WILL I TOP IT?

My favorite season is fall. So I’m really excited about the next couple of months. High on my list of must do’s? JEANS, Sweatshirts & football! Welcome, Fall! What took you so long?

Spotlight

Thursday, September 1st, 2011

For the last few mornings….I’ve put on my makeup in a dimly lit bathroom. I really can’t tell you how long it’s been that way. I just happened to notice it yesterday as I was squinting to see my reflection in the mirror. I guess you could say it happened gradually.

Mental note: Tell hubby to replace bulbs, soon.

Fast forward to this morning. I asked hubby if we had any bulbs to go in the light fixture and he quickly jumped to my rescue.

With two floodlight bulbs!

I don’t know about you….but that kind of lighting is a little overboard for doing your makeup and hair. I only had to stand under them a few more minutes but I pity the gal who has to be in there for any longer length of time. She may melt!

One more mental note: Buy bathroom fixture light bulbs, STAT!

This light situation reminds me of how easy it is to get lazy with my faith walk. Everytime I skip reading my Bible or having a quiet time with God, my light begins to dim. I don’t shine for Christ like I should. It happens gradually just like the light in the bathroom. Strong faith takes attention, just like changing out lightbulbs. It requires something of me.

Thank you, Lord for shining the spotlight on my laziness and reminding me…..I need you in order to shine bright for your kingdom!