Time to relax

This has been such a busy week. I had to work on Tuesday evening. Wednesday was Ash Wednesday service and our choir had to sing. Oh, and I had to make a salad earlier in the week for a funeral that day. On Wednesday evening we found out another member of the congregation died and that funeral was to be today, Saturday. Our choir was asked to sing for that. Thursday night was the only night that we actually could stay home and relax. There was a big winter storm on Thursday, so I got to come home early from work too!! Yeah! Then Friday was rush rush when I got home.

As soon as I got home, I helped KJ straighten her hair as she was going to go with us even though it wasn't our week for kids. Brian and I changed clothes and we headed over to the local fireman's Friday fish fry. When we got there the line was sticking out the door of the fire station and winding inside. We waiting 45 minutes to an hour before we could get our fish, etc. It was getting close to 7:00 pm and we had to get going to a danceline performance where we were meeting friends from out of town. Their daughter was performing. Luckily we made it in plenty of time to spare, but I think I could haven't eaten more fish!! Oh, well good enough for my diet. Besides it was a little greasy and I have been trying really hard the past month to eat healthy and I think the grease didn't set that well in my stomach. After the performance we went to the local bowling alley where our friends sat with the mother of one of their daughters and discussed buying a car for her upcoming 16th birthday party. That was interesting to sit in on. But, a nice change to see exes sit together in a relaxed atmosphere and talking amicably about their mutual charge. I really wish that we could do that with Brian's ex. I don't ever see that happening.

So, then after we got the kids all off to where they were going to be for the night, the other couple and Brian and I had a nice night out. Fun, laughter and conversation.

But, then it was up again and ready to go this morning. Had to take buns to the school for some peewee tournament that the rec board was putting on. Not sure why I still get asked to donate them, but I do. Two packages of buns every year. I guess it is the least I can do for the school kids. I'm just glad that I don't have to work the concessions all day. After dropping those off, it was on to the funeral. A little warm up singing before hand then sit through the funeral. It turned out to be an interesting one. I found out a little bit about the man and who he was related to that I knew. It is nice to be in a small community sometimes. I think the choir did an excellent job.

While I was doing this, Brian was doing his good deed by helping the neighbor move his daughter for the fifth time within a year. Luckily, she is young and they only had to make one trip. They loaded Brian up around 10:00 and he was home shortly after me. I made us a big breakfast/brunch and after our tummies were full, we laid down to a nap after our short night. And now here I am posting on my blog late in the afternoon. And, the fun just keeps repeating itself for every week from now until probably mid summer. Oh, isn't life fun when you have things to do!!

Meme

Ok, I finally decided to take the time to do a meme that my sister tagged me on. I'm not sure how to tag anyone else. Not that there is very many others that read my blog anyway. But, at least I can write something about me. This is me, taken today.

And this is my purse. I can't really name just one thing in it because there are so many things in it. It really is just a tote made for me by one of my coworkers. She is very talented. I am not, at least not when it comes to sewing. I picked the fabric for her though. And, there was extra fabric in the Betty Boop material that she is going to make into a scrub top for me. I'm still waiting on that. The inside has many pockets along the walls of it where I can hold various things. For me it is the perfect size because I like to carry everything I possibly can in it. You never know when you are going to need something from inside it. Plus, when going to ball games, etc. you can always throw in some snacks and a water bottle or 2. Definitely a mom kind of purse. Plus, it is wide enough and roomy enough to find things without having to dig forever.

This and that

It has been a while again since I have posted. I keep thinking that I will be more regular at this but I run out of things to add and when I think of stuff, I am not available to post.

This has been a fairly interesting week with the kids. Typical stuff probably, but interesting. We watched our school's girls basketball team win a game on Tuesday night in District play but then ended up losing a tough match on Friday night to end their run. I'm so glad that I did not have anybody playing. I am such a nervous wreck watching my own daughter play and this was hard enough when it is such a small school and you know these girls.

Brian's youngest daughter ended up staying the night with a friend and we picked up one of his other daughter's friends to go to the Friday night game with us. Ty of course could not bring himself to ride with us, of course. He rode with other friends. And what should we find when leaving the game?? Ugh, more snow. Most of our snow had melted and we ended up getting another 5-7 inches. Oh, well, spring is coming and it will melt later this week when temps get in the 50's.

KJ also started attending a pitching camp on Wednesday nights following confirmation classes. Her dad is taking her to it and catching for her. I'm so glad that he is taking an interest in what she does. And, I'm proud of her for doing this. I have wanted to get her involved with someone who can really help her learn how to do it correctly. After only 2 practices she has improved her form and says she is learning alot. People come from all over the state to have this guy coach them, so I am really excited to see what she can do this summer. And, maybe Grandma can see her play. (and maybe Grandpa too) I can't believe she will actually be playing high school ball already this summer!!!

Valentine's update

Supper at the Brick City Bar and Grill was great! My lobster was actually not too bad. Since I have never been to the coast and had really good fresh lobster, I don't have much to compare it with, but it was good for the most part. And my dinner partners all enjoyed their steaks. And, surprise of all surprises, my son got a job there!! yeah, finally, no more forking over money for nights out and gas, etc. He is washing dishes and the funny thing is that is one of the first jobs that I ever had and at the same place!!! I talked to him today and he said that he was there until 1 am. Wow, that was a busy night. Good to see for that place. I hope they can keep up the good business in this small community.

After we ate, we sat out at the bar and added another couple, where we visited for a while. It was a good night for conversation with good friends.

Today, following church, we went over to another friend's place to check out the bar he built and watch the Daytona race. About half way through, we both decided we could use a nap, so we headed home. Now I'm posting while they announce that the race is finished due to rain with 48 laps left!! I must have missed a bunch during my nap, because a totally different few racers ended up in the lead. I am glad that the driver who was in the lead ended up in the back. But, my favorite driver didn't fair so hot today. Maybe next time.

Happy Valentine's Day

I texted a few of my friends and family to wish them Happy Valentine's Day today. I tried to tell them I love them as much as I can, because life is too short not to. Today has been a nice relaxing day so far for us. We slept in. I did some chatting with a friend on Facebook and then made a big breakfast late this morning. Then we finally decided to get cleaned up and go out and get a few things from the grocery story then when we got home we finished watching the American Idol episode that we missed earlier in the week. Turned out to be a week full of meetings.

Wednesday night was my first church council meeting at our current church and the a Post Prom meeting on Thursday night following the girls' district game. They won!! I'm really hoping the girls get a chance at state this year. They have some very talented girls on the team. We didn't make it to as many games this year as we would have liked to, but we did make a few.

Tonight we have dinner reservations at a local restaurant. Am hoping to try some good lobster. I haven't had that in quite some time. It's not as if it is readily available here in the Midwest. I have a goal to visit one of the coasts sometime and get a chance to taste some real fresh seafood. I guess I should start a bucket list, because I have lots of little goals like that that I wish to accomplish in the future.

Oh, and I got a nice gift basket from my sweetie for the day, full of chocolates and a bottle of wine. I got him some chocolates (homemade by a coworker) and a nice card. And we also hit the Harley shop today and bought each other a couple of tops. He got a nice shirt to wear tonight and I bought a vest that I have been eyeing. Gives us something nice to wear out. So, now I should get ready for that dinner date and will post and update tomorrow. I hope. I may be napping in between watching the Daytona race.

Happy Valentine's day to the ones I missed earlier. I love you all.

Long time no post

I can't believe it has been this long since I last posted. Life has just been so busy lately. And, things always pick up in the spring. Before long we will have every weekend booked with activities and goings-on.

This past weekend, the kids had a pancake breakfast fundraiser to help raise funds for their trip this summer to New Orleans with their Luther League. I think the parents did most of the work. I know I was exhausted. We had a fairly good turnout. Mostly members of our own church, but that was nice too. They made around $600, which divided between 7 amounted to about $85 apiece. 3 of the 7 were ours, so you know there weren't many people involved. Just sets 4 of parents. One other couple had 2 kids going and the other couples had one child each.

Going to spend Saturday evening (Valentine's night) out for dinner with friends. Should be fun. My friend made reservations already. I still need to pick up something for my sweetie. He asked what I wanted, but I figured the ring was enough for this year. He has always been good about bringing me flowers the past couple of years to work. He sure has the my coworkers thinking he is pretty special. I think they are right.

Today is a sunny and beautiful over 50 degree day. I got the chance to take most of the day off, so I jumped at it. Have been busy getting some little tasks done around the house that I've been working on. And, wasn't looking forward to trying to cram it all in on my weekend. Thought I would try to do one of the meme's that Juli sent me, but my camera seems to have disappeared. I think KJ borrowed it. Will try sometime soon to get those done. I think they would be fun. As soon as, Brian wakes up, I am making him go on a walk with me. KJ and I did on Sunday afternoon that was a nice walk. Also, good mother/daughter time.

Sorry Dad!! I love you-happy belated birthday

I am such a terrible daughter. I forgot my father's birthday. I even called to make it up to him, but he didn't answer. So, I will explain myself this way...and I'm sure I will get a call from mom, as soon as, she read this. :)

We had been planning a big weekend with friends, so that is mostly what was on my mind, but still no excuse for forgetting his special day. We left on Friday to do some shopping. Here is what we found.

Yes, it is an engagement ring!! I finally decided that it was time that I say yes to Brian's proposals. After over 2 years together and already living as man and wife, it was time. I can't see spending the rest of my life with anyone else. He and I are like soulmates and my friends say that they have never seen me happier. This is not a very good picture of the ring, and I should really put lotion on my hands, they look so dry and old! The ring is a solitaire triangle cut diamond and will be the engagement and wedding all in one. After all, we are older and it is not the first marriage for either of us. We are not planning anything extravagant and haven't really set a date, but it will be sometime this year and will be take place somewhere in our motorcycle travels. I think we may have the spot picked out. Then maybe we will just have a picnic gathering with our friends and family to celebrate this summer. Nothing too expensive or extravagant.