What is it with never being able to find the remote? More so when it is MY turn to watch TV?
I am starting to believe that my kids hide the remotes from me. I don't watch a lot of TV but every now and again I like to flip between the channels. Coincidence that the remote "disappears" when I am wanting to watch TV? I think not.
Don't get me wrong, it is not that big of a deal. I am sure that there is much worse that has happened to me and there will be worse that will happen. I just find it humerous that everytime that I want to watch something I have to tear the livingroom apart to be able to sit down and flip through the channels to realize that there is nothing on TV.
Of course I have confronted my kids on "losing" the remotes and they all act like that they have no cue what I am talking about.
How funny.
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Monday, April 26, 2010
Past meet my present
What do you do when your past tries to meet your present?
That is what happened for me today.
I woke up this morning with my phone saying I had a friend request on Facebook. I use my phone to access the request while I am still nice and warm under my covers. And there it is---the name of the person wanting to be my friend.
I was actually excited. I seen my dad's name. I click on his profile laughing that my dad even figured out how to make a Facebook account and imagining in my head what in the world would he be doing on Facebook.
I was wrong. It was not my dad. It was my brother.
I haven't spoken to my brother since my mom had her stroke in December 2001. That is a really long time. Dalton was only 4 months old, Ian was 2, and Tiana was 4. That's a lifetime ago.
I tossed the idea around in my head on accepting or not accepting the friend request. Maybe it is time to make "peace". I accepted his request.
My day got stranger. I got another blast from my past but this time it was an e-mail. This is more of a "recent" past---if that makes sense. A very simple e-mail stating "Hi. How have you been?" I have absolutely no intention of responding.
If you know me than you know I save everything that is ever sent to me in the form of an e-mail. Everyone that I have ever talked to via e-mail has their very own folder. Call me strange, weird, psycho---it don't matter to me.
Today I didn't add that e-mail to that folder.
Such a simple thing to most, but to me it was more. Not because I deleted the mean-nothing-to-me e-mail but because I changed my normal. I changed my routine.
And who says old dogs can't learn new tricks?
That is what happened for me today.
I woke up this morning with my phone saying I had a friend request on Facebook. I use my phone to access the request while I am still nice and warm under my covers. And there it is---the name of the person wanting to be my friend.
I was actually excited. I seen my dad's name. I click on his profile laughing that my dad even figured out how to make a Facebook account and imagining in my head what in the world would he be doing on Facebook.
I was wrong. It was not my dad. It was my brother.
I haven't spoken to my brother since my mom had her stroke in December 2001. That is a really long time. Dalton was only 4 months old, Ian was 2, and Tiana was 4. That's a lifetime ago.
I tossed the idea around in my head on accepting or not accepting the friend request. Maybe it is time to make "peace". I accepted his request.
My day got stranger. I got another blast from my past but this time it was an e-mail. This is more of a "recent" past---if that makes sense. A very simple e-mail stating "Hi. How have you been?" I have absolutely no intention of responding.
If you know me than you know I save everything that is ever sent to me in the form of an e-mail. Everyone that I have ever talked to via e-mail has their very own folder. Call me strange, weird, psycho---it don't matter to me.
Today I didn't add that e-mail to that folder.
Such a simple thing to most, but to me it was more. Not because I deleted the mean-nothing-to-me e-mail but because I changed my normal. I changed my routine.
And who says old dogs can't learn new tricks?
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Menards
Dalton asked me if we can plant a tree. I thought why not? I researched trees and narrowed down the types that I am interested in.
The White Dogwood is by far my favorite.
The Tulip Tree is a close second.
The Red Bud ranks up there too.
So a friend and my boys went to Menards to see what kind of trees that they have. None of the ones I am looking for. I have decided I might have to order one to be delivered. Which is fine. At least than I will have one that I want.
I love Menards. I can browse through there for hours. I can look at anything from sinks to fences and everything in between. I picked out a few things that I wanted but as I have been thinking that I think it is about time to relocate.
Anyway, as we walked around the store Dalton started asking me questions---random questions. He asked me why I don't have a boyfriend. My friend laughed hysterically. I tried to tell Dalton that it was not the time or the place to have that discussion. He didn't accept that and my friend said "Dalton maybe you should find your mom one."
Dalton took this literally. I have never been so embarassed in my life. Seriously. Dalton is not a shy person. I am going shopping alone for awhile.
Regardless, we left Menards without a tree---well without anything.
The White Dogwood is by far my favorite.
The Tulip Tree is a close second.
The Red Bud ranks up there too.
So a friend and my boys went to Menards to see what kind of trees that they have. None of the ones I am looking for. I have decided I might have to order one to be delivered. Which is fine. At least than I will have one that I want.
I love Menards. I can browse through there for hours. I can look at anything from sinks to fences and everything in between. I picked out a few things that I wanted but as I have been thinking that I think it is about time to relocate.
Anyway, as we walked around the store Dalton started asking me questions---random questions. He asked me why I don't have a boyfriend. My friend laughed hysterically. I tried to tell Dalton that it was not the time or the place to have that discussion. He didn't accept that and my friend said "Dalton maybe you should find your mom one."
Dalton took this literally. I have never been so embarassed in my life. Seriously. Dalton is not a shy person. I am going shopping alone for awhile.
Regardless, we left Menards without a tree---well without anything.
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Imagination
Tiana is babysitting this weekend and all the kids love having the baby around. I love watching them become "soft" around a baby.
Dalton decided this morning that we needed to watch Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs. I didn't find anything unusual with this as we are a family who enjoys cartoons but I than heard him tell the baby "I picked this cartoon because it will help you have a great imagination when you get older. An imagination is important."
I laughed.
Dalton decided this morning that we needed to watch Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs. I didn't find anything unusual with this as we are a family who enjoys cartoons but I than heard him tell the baby "I picked this cartoon because it will help you have a great imagination when you get older. An imagination is important."
I laughed.
Reading for fun
So this morning I caught Dalton reading without me asking him too! I had to capture this as usually I have to get on him on reading. Now maybe it was the book that had the "3D popouts" that caught his eye. I understand this; however, he was reading the words off the page.
I was excited.
He was excited about what he was reading as he called Tiana over to listen on how many rows of teeth the shark has. Dalton loves sharks. He wrote a book last year all about Sharks. It was made into a hard cover book and I keep it with the hard cover book that Tiana and Ian made for me.
Anyway, Dalton was very into this book. He was telling me all about the bones and about how the size of the animal compared to humans.
The first piture he was not happy with me as I was joking with him and said "I think you are making this stuff up---you aren't reading."
Cursive
Tiana was practicing cursive with Dalton in the kitchen and this is what they came out with. Although his "M" has one too many "humps" I still loved it! I can't judge any ones penmanship as I write very illegible.
My kids are always getting me to smile!
**Wish I would have used my camera to take the pictures and not my cell phone. My new phone takes awful pictures--it doesn't even have flash! I couldn't believe it. I was debating on taking it back just for that fact.**
Patient satisfaction survey
I did what I do every Friday morning at work. I log in to the computer, grab my water from the refrigerator, grab the mail from my mailbox, and listen to my voice mails. It is routine and if you know me than you know I do most things in a routine.
As I was going through my mail I came across a voucher. On the voucher it read "You have went above and beyond. You were mentioned on a patient satisfaction survey. Thank you Heather." I won't lie it made me smile. I guess I am not sure what the voucher is for, I am assuming I can take it to HR and they give what the community calls "commerce bucks" and it can be used at 50 or so different businesses. I think I am going to keep the voucher as I like little 'reminders' as such.
Now this puts in perspective why my boss put me on the spot in the clerical meeting we had on Thursday. We had a little discussion on how to treat others internal and external customers. I was asked to explain how I conduct my phone etiquette. Not knowing why I was asked I just explained how I answer the phone and how I follow through with what I said I was going to do. I thought that was normally what others do. (At the hospital we use AIDET, which is Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explain, and Thank.)
The meeting continued on about how there has been complaints internally and externally about how people are being treated over the phone. We were told we need to ask everyone what can I do for you and than do it regardless of how busy or how we do not think it is part of our job.
Not sure exactly how I feel about that.
Yes, I am all for going over and beyond my job duties. Yes, I am all willing to help out a co-worker. I am not liking the idea of asking my co-workers everytime I talk to them if there is something I can do for them---cause guess what---they will have things each and every time.
Regardless I did appreciate getting mentioned on a patient satisfaction survey. Curiousity has wanting me to know who it was but they are annoymous. I will find out next department meeting what was said about me.
As I was going through my mail I came across a voucher. On the voucher it read "You have went above and beyond. You were mentioned on a patient satisfaction survey. Thank you Heather." I won't lie it made me smile. I guess I am not sure what the voucher is for, I am assuming I can take it to HR and they give what the community calls "commerce bucks" and it can be used at 50 or so different businesses. I think I am going to keep the voucher as I like little 'reminders' as such.
Now this puts in perspective why my boss put me on the spot in the clerical meeting we had on Thursday. We had a little discussion on how to treat others internal and external customers. I was asked to explain how I conduct my phone etiquette. Not knowing why I was asked I just explained how I answer the phone and how I follow through with what I said I was going to do. I thought that was normally what others do. (At the hospital we use AIDET, which is Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explain, and Thank.)
The meeting continued on about how there has been complaints internally and externally about how people are being treated over the phone. We were told we need to ask everyone what can I do for you and than do it regardless of how busy or how we do not think it is part of our job.
Not sure exactly how I feel about that.
Yes, I am all for going over and beyond my job duties. Yes, I am all willing to help out a co-worker. I am not liking the idea of asking my co-workers everytime I talk to them if there is something I can do for them---cause guess what---they will have things each and every time.
Regardless I did appreciate getting mentioned on a patient satisfaction survey. Curiousity has wanting me to know who it was but they are annoymous. I will find out next department meeting what was said about me.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Sticky notes---galore!
I arrive to work this morning and there are multiple different sticky notes on my monitor. I find this funny--very funny.
Normally I am the first to leave work as I am the first to arrive. So, usually when I come in to the office I notice something is missing off my desk. My pens, my rubber band ball, my sticky notes, my tuna creations, my scissors, my stapler, etc.
I have made the comment apparently one too many times--"if you want something of mine that is fine; however, please just leave me a note so I know". This way I won't wonder all day if I misplaced it or even better yet decide who (in my head) took the items.
Well, back to this morning and the sticky notes plastered on my monitor. I had multiple sticky's which stated "I took your yellow stickys---coworkers name", "I ate your almonds", "I took your pen--I like how it writes", "Heather, I will be late tomorrow", "Thanks!, etc".
Funny, my co-workers are funny.
At least I know my stuff was taken.
Normally I am the first to leave work as I am the first to arrive. So, usually when I come in to the office I notice something is missing off my desk. My pens, my rubber band ball, my sticky notes, my tuna creations, my scissors, my stapler, etc.
I have made the comment apparently one too many times--"if you want something of mine that is fine; however, please just leave me a note so I know". This way I won't wonder all day if I misplaced it or even better yet decide who (in my head) took the items.
Well, back to this morning and the sticky notes plastered on my monitor. I had multiple sticky's which stated "I took your yellow stickys---coworkers name", "I ate your almonds", "I took your pen--I like how it writes", "Heather, I will be late tomorrow", "Thanks!, etc".
Funny, my co-workers are funny.
At least I know my stuff was taken.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Great surprise!
Today I was at work minding my own business. I was actually completing the paperwork for the discrepancies on the time studies (time cards for employees)that I have found. I have to compare travel time to mileage to make sure people are not stating it takes 50 minutes to drive 3 miles. I have to look and make sure that they are honest on how many miles from client A to client B. I also look to make sure that they are not asking to get paid for things like driving to the office at the start of the day or to lunch, etc. Well that is the basics but there are some more.
Anyway, that is what I was doing when someone walked in and handed me a gift bag that had a card, a book, and a lottery ticket! What a fantastic Tuesday surprise! The things that mean the most to me are the thought behind something. To bring me a gift for no reason means much more than one which (I hate to say it this way) "expected". Let me explain. I don't ever expect a gift, but I am meaning a time like a birthday, holiday, etc. Does that make sense?
Regardless the card is sitting on my desk and tonight I am going to start reading the book. The lottery ticket was not a winner--but it was still fun.
This unexpected, amazing surprise made me appreciate all the people in my life. I have great friends and great family.
Anyway, that is what I was doing when someone walked in and handed me a gift bag that had a card, a book, and a lottery ticket! What a fantastic Tuesday surprise! The things that mean the most to me are the thought behind something. To bring me a gift for no reason means much more than one which (I hate to say it this way) "expected". Let me explain. I don't ever expect a gift, but I am meaning a time like a birthday, holiday, etc. Does that make sense?
Regardless the card is sitting on my desk and tonight I am going to start reading the book. The lottery ticket was not a winner--but it was still fun.
This unexpected, amazing surprise made me appreciate all the people in my life. I have great friends and great family.
Lotus Touts
I received this e-mail a total of 18 times in the last week. I enjoyed it every time.
Lotus Touts
ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
TWO. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as Important as any other.
THREE. Don`t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
FOUR. When you say, "I love you," mean it.
FIVE. When you say, "I`m sorry," look the person in the eye.
SIX. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.
SEVEN. Believe in love at first sight.
EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone`s dreams. People who don`t have dreams don`t have much.
NINE. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it`s the only way to live life completely.
TEN.. In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.
ELEVEN. Don`t judge people by their relatives.
TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.
THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a question you don`t want to answer, smile and ask, "Why do you want to know?"
FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk.
FIFTEEN. Say "bless you" when you hear someone sneeze.
SIXTEEN. When you lose, don`t lose the lesson
SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R`s: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.
EIGHTEEN. Don`t let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
NINETEEN. When you realize you`ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.
TWENTY-ONE. Spend some time alone.
Remember this: A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.
Lotus Touts
ONE. Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully.
TWO. Marry a man/woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as Important as any other.
THREE. Don`t believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want.
FOUR. When you say, "I love you," mean it.
FIVE. When you say, "I`m sorry," look the person in the eye.
SIX. Be engaged at least six months before you get married.
SEVEN. Believe in love at first sight.
EIGHT. Never laugh at anyone`s dreams. People who don`t have dreams don`t have much.
NINE. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it`s the only way to live life completely.
TEN.. In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling.
ELEVEN. Don`t judge people by their relatives.
TWELVE. Talk slowly but think quickly.
THIRTEEN. When someone asks you a question you don`t want to answer, smile and ask, "Why do you want to know?"
FOURTEEN. Remember that great love and great achievements involve great risk.
FIFTEEN. Say "bless you" when you hear someone sneeze.
SIXTEEN. When you lose, don`t lose the lesson
SEVENTEEN. Remember the three R`s: Respect for self; Respect for others; and responsibility for all your actions.
EIGHTEEN. Don`t let a little dispute injure a great friendship.
NINETEEN. When you realize you`ve made a mistake, take immediate steps to correct it.
TWENTY. Smile when picking up the phone. The caller will hear it in your voice.
TWENTY-ONE. Spend some time alone.
Remember this: A true friend is someone who reaches for your hand and touches your heart.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Guilty and happy all rolled into one..
I feel guilty. Not because I have done anything wrong, but for how I feel.
This weekend a few friends and I went up to Cedar Rapids to visit another friend. During this trip we celebrated the April birthdays.
We started off with getting ready in our "black dresses" and the guys actually dressed up too. We went out to eat and made it to the Extreme Midget wrestling show. I am telling you the wrestling ring was tiny. It was at least half the size of a normal ring if not more.
I ended up getting an autographed picture from one of the midgets 'Bad Boy Brian". During the show the wrestlers would yell out to the crowd and get all the drunkards to yell back. Started off with "the women in Iowa are flat chested and if we didn't agree to prove it." The crowd was booing and cheering on their favorite wrestler and the wrestlers were definitely playing the crowd.
My best friend and I decided to be a couple that night as we walked around holding hands, laughing, buying each others drinks, and possibly a kiss here and there to show that we were "together". (We have been best friends since I was 13. Her boyfriend didn't come out with her and well I was available so we made the best of it.)
After the Extreme Midget Wrestling we went to a few bars. We sang karaoke, laughed, danced, and really had a very good time.
This is when I started to think. This is where I start feeling guilty.
I just realized I am the only single person in my group of friends. I was slightly jealous. I dislike jealousy in all forms so I am angry at myself for feeling this way. Don't get me wrong I am so very happy for all my friends--truly I am.
The friend we visited up in Cedar Rapids just met a great guy who is very supportive of her starting her photography business. They just met in December and are talking of getting married. This is my second friend who has met someone and quickly got married this year alone.
I listened to all the stories from my friends of how 'they' (meaning my friend and their partner) are going to do this, or how 'they' were surprised with that, or how 'they' met, or how 'they' fell in love, or what funny quirk 'they' have.
I never felt so alone or so excluded in a very long time.
All in all this weekend was a blast. I wouldn't change a thing. In fact I even tried a new food--sushi. I think I can go forever without ever having sushi. I can't believe people actually like this. I thought shrimp was the only food that grossed me out---I was sadly mistaken.
This weekend a few friends and I went up to Cedar Rapids to visit another friend. During this trip we celebrated the April birthdays.
We started off with getting ready in our "black dresses" and the guys actually dressed up too. We went out to eat and made it to the Extreme Midget wrestling show. I am telling you the wrestling ring was tiny. It was at least half the size of a normal ring if not more.
I ended up getting an autographed picture from one of the midgets 'Bad Boy Brian". During the show the wrestlers would yell out to the crowd and get all the drunkards to yell back. Started off with "the women in Iowa are flat chested and if we didn't agree to prove it." The crowd was booing and cheering on their favorite wrestler and the wrestlers were definitely playing the crowd.
My best friend and I decided to be a couple that night as we walked around holding hands, laughing, buying each others drinks, and possibly a kiss here and there to show that we were "together". (We have been best friends since I was 13. Her boyfriend didn't come out with her and well I was available so we made the best of it.)
After the Extreme Midget Wrestling we went to a few bars. We sang karaoke, laughed, danced, and really had a very good time.
This is when I started to think. This is where I start feeling guilty.
I just realized I am the only single person in my group of friends. I was slightly jealous. I dislike jealousy in all forms so I am angry at myself for feeling this way. Don't get me wrong I am so very happy for all my friends--truly I am.
The friend we visited up in Cedar Rapids just met a great guy who is very supportive of her starting her photography business. They just met in December and are talking of getting married. This is my second friend who has met someone and quickly got married this year alone.
I listened to all the stories from my friends of how 'they' (meaning my friend and their partner) are going to do this, or how 'they' were surprised with that, or how 'they' met, or how 'they' fell in love, or what funny quirk 'they' have.
I never felt so alone or so excluded in a very long time.
All in all this weekend was a blast. I wouldn't change a thing. In fact I even tried a new food--sushi. I think I can go forever without ever having sushi. I can't believe people actually like this. I thought shrimp was the only food that grossed me out---I was sadly mistaken.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
New favorite
I found a new favorite---spinach and mandrian orange salad with a poppy seed dressing. I had this for the first time last weekend in Des Moines (but with strawberries) and have been wanting it. Happy to say, I enjoyed it for lunch (without strawberries). Yummy!
Irritating, confusion, and dizziness...
This morning started with a mandatory meeting at the Bridgeview Center. Nothing of importance was mentioned. The hospital still doesn't know the new benefit package we will be receiving with the new company that purchased us. I can say this is slightly irritating as the sale was supposed to be completed March 31st and now is expected April 30th. Regardless we were told that in the next week or two we should know our new benefits.
After the meeting I went to work and you could feel the tension in the air from co-workers. It was one of those days that I was afraid to speak as someone was going to fly off the handle---and they did. Everyone at work is stressed out with the sell of the hospital as it means we have to discharge and readmit all of our clients. Which means long hours and lots of paperwork.
On a totally different note I receive a text from my bank that I had a deposit into my account. Confused as I wasn't expecting a deposit and more so over the amount. I logged into the online banking to see a child support payment of $26.73 was deposited in my account. I log on to child support recovery to see what is going on and I discovered that my first ex husband made his first child support payment. I thought that was a very unusual amount, but oh well.
Today is one of those days that I want to spin in circles till I become dizzy and than fall back in a bed of grass and laugh. Yup, that is what I am going to do after supper.
After the meeting I went to work and you could feel the tension in the air from co-workers. It was one of those days that I was afraid to speak as someone was going to fly off the handle---and they did. Everyone at work is stressed out with the sell of the hospital as it means we have to discharge and readmit all of our clients. Which means long hours and lots of paperwork.
On a totally different note I receive a text from my bank that I had a deposit into my account. Confused as I wasn't expecting a deposit and more so over the amount. I logged into the online banking to see a child support payment of $26.73 was deposited in my account. I log on to child support recovery to see what is going on and I discovered that my first ex husband made his first child support payment. I thought that was a very unusual amount, but oh well.
Today is one of those days that I want to spin in circles till I become dizzy and than fall back in a bed of grass and laugh. Yup, that is what I am going to do after supper.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Moments...
Today at lunch I decided to do a couple of errands. Life has been chaotic and so I thought I could spend more time with my kids before class if I did my errands over lunch.
While out driving I noticed a small field of grass. As I stopped at the stop light I seen the wind moving through each blade of grass in which it made the grass quiver. It gave me a feeling of amazement, of happiness, of peace. It changed my day.
I got off work early today (my kids got out of school early too). I wanted to surprise them and spend the few hours I had before class with them. We talked about the day, the weather, and what the future brings. We laughed and teased. We hugged and smiled.
When I got out of class I talked to a friend. We shared dreams, wants, and much laughter. It warmed my heart.
I got home and sat outside to see the clear dark sky with millions of bright stars. It was so peaceful, so serene, so perfect. The wind was still, the night was silent, and the stars were bright. What a perfect night.
These are the moments in life that I live for.
While out driving I noticed a small field of grass. As I stopped at the stop light I seen the wind moving through each blade of grass in which it made the grass quiver. It gave me a feeling of amazement, of happiness, of peace. It changed my day.
I got off work early today (my kids got out of school early too). I wanted to surprise them and spend the few hours I had before class with them. We talked about the day, the weather, and what the future brings. We laughed and teased. We hugged and smiled.
When I got out of class I talked to a friend. We shared dreams, wants, and much laughter. It warmed my heart.
I got home and sat outside to see the clear dark sky with millions of bright stars. It was so peaceful, so serene, so perfect. The wind was still, the night was silent, and the stars were bright. What a perfect night.
These are the moments in life that I live for.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Reading...
I am super excited as when I returned home my book that I purchased was waiting for me. I am now the proud owner of "The Element Encyclopedia of Birthdays". I have skimmed through and read my kids birthdays and a few other days.
As I have said before I do not live my life for horoscopes or astrology; however, I do have an interest. I like to compare them to my day and see how correct that they are. Sometimes they are dead on and other times they are completely off mark. Regardless, it entertains me.
As I have said before I do not live my life for horoscopes or astrology; however, I do have an interest. I like to compare them to my day and see how correct that they are. Sometimes they are dead on and other times they are completely off mark. Regardless, it entertains me.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Who would notice?
Do you ever think of who would actually care? I do. Sometimes I wonder if people would attempt to find me if I wasn't around. Who would notice if I was gone? Seen this picture and it made me think of that very thought.
Don't get me wrong, I have the best friends and family in the world and if they don't hear from me in a few days they become stalkers...well the ones I talk to on a daily basis do. It makes a person feel really good to know that they are thought about and missed.
Disclaimer: I am not saying run away to see who will come after you--that is a bit dramatic.
Don't get me wrong, I have the best friends and family in the world and if they don't hear from me in a few days they become stalkers...well the ones I talk to on a daily basis do. It makes a person feel really good to know that they are thought about and missed.
Disclaimer: I am not saying run away to see who will come after you--that is a bit dramatic.
Encyclopedia of Birthdays....
Today I went to the substance abuse unit at the hospital and now that they are closing in three weeks everyone is packing up their belongings. In doing this one of the counselors had a book laying out "The Element Encyclopedia of Birthdays". Now most know that I love astrology. In saying this, it does not mean that I live by horoscopes or astrology, but I do enjoy reading about different possibilities.
Well, a bit about the book--you basically look up the day you were born and it lists "your true personality and reveals your destiny"--so it proclaims.
I do want to find this book for my collection. It was interesting.
Here is what I read on my birthday:
"The birthday of sensitive exuberance"
Like a ray of warm sunshine, the exuberant, energetic individuals born on November 18 have the ability to enliven any situation with their good cheer, optimism and humor. They are refreshingly upbeat in their approach to everyone and everything, and not surprisingly their company is much sought after.
Not only do they enjoy being the center of attention, they are also fiercely ambitious, making them natural candidates for leadership. Those who do not know them well, however, would be surprised to discover that underneath the happy face they present to the world there can be a lot of uncertainty and conflict. This is because they are unusually sensitive to the feelings of others, sometimes to the extent that they don't know where their feelings end and another person's begin. As a result, despite their clear potential and suitability to be winners or innovators in life, they often end up feeling confused, purposeless and directionless.
If they can find a way to balance their sensitivity toward others with their ambitious urge to realize their own life goals, their success is assured. If, however, the balance tilts in either direction they can lose a sense of direction; the indecisiveness that results can stunt their psychological growth, blocking their chances of professional and personal success.
Until the age of thirty-three there is an emphasis in their lives on issues relating to freedom, adventure and expansion. They may want to study, travel or experiment with their choice of career in these years. After the age of thirty-four there is an important turning point when they are likely to become more responsible, precise and practical in their approach to life, seeking structure and order. Whatever age they are, however, they need to use their sharp and probing mind to investigate their own power and potential. This is because with greater self-awareness and greater belief in their star potential--and a lot of dedication and hard work--these vivacious individuals can achieve almost anything they set their mind to.
LOVE (Exceptionally responsive)
People born on November 18 can be fun, sexy, entertaining, responsive, and romantic as long as their partner gives them plenty of attention and affection. But if the reassurance they need isn't given, they can lapse into attention-seeking behavior and temperamental mood swings. It is important for them to make sure they are with a partner who is as giving and energetic as they are.
HEALTH (Boosting self-esteem)
People born on this day tend to have a rather negative image of themselves, and this can make them prone to stress and depression. Boosting their self-esteem is therefore absolutely crucial to both their physical and emotional health. The place to start is in their heads, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques may be able to help them reprogram their thoughts from negative to positive. Spending more time with people who are upbeat and optimistic, and avoiding those who are glum and self-involved, will also help, as will a diet rich in fresh, natural produce and low in refined or processed foods. Regular moderate to vigorous exercise is also highly recommended for its mood-boosting and health-boosting effects, as well as for building up discipline and will-power. Carrying a tiger's eye crystal or placing it next to their bed at night will have a balancing and calming effect, promoting greater confidence and courage.
CAREER (Born innovators)
People born on this day may be drawn to careers in science, research or technology where they can be potential innovators, as well as the world of art, music, and literature, where they can excel as writers. Once they believe more in themselves, other career options might include business, teaching, lecturing, politics, and the world of entertainment.
DESTINY (To point others in the direction of progress)
The life of people born on this day is to learn to believe in themselves and their creativity more. Once they are able to discover their sense of purpose, their destiny is to achieve or point the way to tangible progress on behalf of themselves and others.
YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGE IS....BEING DECISIVE. The way forward is to ask yourself when choosing between options what you really want to happen, not what others expect. Once you are attuned to your feelings, decision making gets a whole lot easier.
YOU'RE DRAWN TO PEOPLE BORN ON....March 21 to April 19. You are both energetic and outgoing, and this can be a passionate and fulfilling union.
LUCK MATTER....BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. How lucky you are in life is directly related to how much you believe you are worthy of luck. The more you think that success and happiness are your birthright, the luckier you will behave and be.
ON THE DARK SIDE---Needy, moody, and confused.
AT YOUR BEST---Innovative, entertaining, vivacious.
POWER THOUGHT--"I believe in myself. Anything is possible."
SIGNS & SYMBOLS
Sun sign: Scorpio
Ruling planet: Mars, the warrior
Symbol: The Scorpion
Birth date ruler: Mars, the warrior
Tarot card: The Moon (imagination)
Favorable numbers: 2 & 9
Lucky days: Tuesday, especially when these days fall on 2 and 9 of the month.
Lucky colors: All shades of red
Birthstone: Topaz
Well, a bit about the book--you basically look up the day you were born and it lists "your true personality and reveals your destiny"--so it proclaims.
I do want to find this book for my collection. It was interesting.
Here is what I read on my birthday:
"The birthday of sensitive exuberance"
Like a ray of warm sunshine, the exuberant, energetic individuals born on November 18 have the ability to enliven any situation with their good cheer, optimism and humor. They are refreshingly upbeat in their approach to everyone and everything, and not surprisingly their company is much sought after.
Not only do they enjoy being the center of attention, they are also fiercely ambitious, making them natural candidates for leadership. Those who do not know them well, however, would be surprised to discover that underneath the happy face they present to the world there can be a lot of uncertainty and conflict. This is because they are unusually sensitive to the feelings of others, sometimes to the extent that they don't know where their feelings end and another person's begin. As a result, despite their clear potential and suitability to be winners or innovators in life, they often end up feeling confused, purposeless and directionless.
If they can find a way to balance their sensitivity toward others with their ambitious urge to realize their own life goals, their success is assured. If, however, the balance tilts in either direction they can lose a sense of direction; the indecisiveness that results can stunt their psychological growth, blocking their chances of professional and personal success.
Until the age of thirty-three there is an emphasis in their lives on issues relating to freedom, adventure and expansion. They may want to study, travel or experiment with their choice of career in these years. After the age of thirty-four there is an important turning point when they are likely to become more responsible, precise and practical in their approach to life, seeking structure and order. Whatever age they are, however, they need to use their sharp and probing mind to investigate their own power and potential. This is because with greater self-awareness and greater belief in their star potential--and a lot of dedication and hard work--these vivacious individuals can achieve almost anything they set their mind to.
LOVE (Exceptionally responsive)
People born on November 18 can be fun, sexy, entertaining, responsive, and romantic as long as their partner gives them plenty of attention and affection. But if the reassurance they need isn't given, they can lapse into attention-seeking behavior and temperamental mood swings. It is important for them to make sure they are with a partner who is as giving and energetic as they are.
HEALTH (Boosting self-esteem)
People born on this day tend to have a rather negative image of themselves, and this can make them prone to stress and depression. Boosting their self-esteem is therefore absolutely crucial to both their physical and emotional health. The place to start is in their heads, and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques may be able to help them reprogram their thoughts from negative to positive. Spending more time with people who are upbeat and optimistic, and avoiding those who are glum and self-involved, will also help, as will a diet rich in fresh, natural produce and low in refined or processed foods. Regular moderate to vigorous exercise is also highly recommended for its mood-boosting and health-boosting effects, as well as for building up discipline and will-power. Carrying a tiger's eye crystal or placing it next to their bed at night will have a balancing and calming effect, promoting greater confidence and courage.
CAREER (Born innovators)
People born on this day may be drawn to careers in science, research or technology where they can be potential innovators, as well as the world of art, music, and literature, where they can excel as writers. Once they believe more in themselves, other career options might include business, teaching, lecturing, politics, and the world of entertainment.
DESTINY (To point others in the direction of progress)
The life of people born on this day is to learn to believe in themselves and their creativity more. Once they are able to discover their sense of purpose, their destiny is to achieve or point the way to tangible progress on behalf of themselves and others.
YOUR GREATEST CHALLENGE IS....BEING DECISIVE. The way forward is to ask yourself when choosing between options what you really want to happen, not what others expect. Once you are attuned to your feelings, decision making gets a whole lot easier.
YOU'RE DRAWN TO PEOPLE BORN ON....March 21 to April 19. You are both energetic and outgoing, and this can be a passionate and fulfilling union.
LUCK MATTER....BELIEVE IN YOURSELF. How lucky you are in life is directly related to how much you believe you are worthy of luck. The more you think that success and happiness are your birthright, the luckier you will behave and be.
ON THE DARK SIDE---Needy, moody, and confused.
AT YOUR BEST---Innovative, entertaining, vivacious.
POWER THOUGHT--"I believe in myself. Anything is possible."
SIGNS & SYMBOLS
Sun sign: Scorpio
Ruling planet: Mars, the warrior
Symbol: The Scorpion
Birth date ruler: Mars, the warrior
Tarot card: The Moon (imagination)
Favorable numbers: 2 & 9
Lucky days: Tuesday, especially when these days fall on 2 and 9 of the month.
Lucky colors: All shades of red
Birthstone: Topaz
What side of brain do you use?
I was sitting here thinking about what side of the brain do I use. I mean I figure that I use both my right side and my left side but I am curious to know what side I use normally--what my dominant side is.
I did some research and came to an optical illusion of a woman spinning on one leg. If you seen her spinning clockwise you use your right side and if you see her spinning counter clockwise you use your left side of your brain. Well, it didn't seem to help me much as I could see her spin both ways---both counter clockwise and clockwise. Well, it seems to me that this is more of an optical illusion over a "test" to know what side of the brain I use.
Here is a link to the spinning woman:
http://www.where-what-how-why.com/?p=111
As I was skeptical of the spinning woman I decided to take a "quiz" to see what my results would be. As for the quiz I use my left side of my brain more than my right side. Hmm...
Basically, it goes like this:
Left Brain:
Logical
Sequential
Rational
Analytical
Objective
Looks at parts
Right Brain:
Random
Intuitive
Holistic Synthesizing
Subjective
Looks at wholes
As, I do see myself as using both parts of my brain, I do have to agree that I am left side dominant. (although I am a horrible speller and I am pretty random)
I did some research and came to an optical illusion of a woman spinning on one leg. If you seen her spinning clockwise you use your right side and if you see her spinning counter clockwise you use your left side of your brain. Well, it didn't seem to help me much as I could see her spin both ways---both counter clockwise and clockwise. Well, it seems to me that this is more of an optical illusion over a "test" to know what side of the brain I use.
Here is a link to the spinning woman:
http://www.where-what-how-why.com/?p=111
As I was skeptical of the spinning woman I decided to take a "quiz" to see what my results would be. As for the quiz I use my left side of my brain more than my right side. Hmm...
| Which Side of your Brain Do You Use? Your Result: Left Side The left side of the brain processes information in a linear manner. It processes from part to whole. It takes pieces, lines them up, and arranges them in a logical order; then it draws conclusions. You look at the details not the big picture. You use logic not imagination. The left brained person is a list maker. You would enjoy making master schedules and and daily planning. Learning things in sequence is easy for you. You are probability a good speller. Left-brained people memorize vocabulary words or math formulas better. You also use logic. When you read and listen, you look for the pieces so that you can draw logical conclusions. The left side of the brain deals with things the way they are-with reality. When left brain students are affected by the environment, they usually adjust to it. Left brain people want to know the rules and follow them. So basically you are smart! Congratulations! | |
| Right Side | |
| Which Side of your Brain Do You Use? Quiz Created on GoToQuiz | |
Basically, it goes like this:
Left Brain:
Logical
Sequential
Rational
Analytical
Objective
Looks at parts
Right Brain:
Random
Intuitive
Holistic Synthesizing
Subjective
Looks at wholes
As, I do see myself as using both parts of my brain, I do have to agree that I am left side dominant. (although I am a horrible speller and I am pretty random)
Next couple of weekends...
I am super excited over my next couple of weekends.
I will be in Des Moines this up coming weekend--which is always a good time. The following weekend is the little black dress party in Cedar Rapids/Iowa City.
Des Moines is always a welcomed trip as every night that I have spent there has been--lets say for lose of better words--interesting. I am sure that this night will be the same.
The little black dress party is going to be a blast. It always is when my best friend and I get together. There will be a group of us that will be going to celebrate two friends birthdays. I have my dress and accessories and can't wait to go out and make a fool of myself. It seems that alcohol brings that out in me.
Needless to say I am looking forward to both nights!!
I will be in Des Moines this up coming weekend--which is always a good time. The following weekend is the little black dress party in Cedar Rapids/Iowa City.
Des Moines is always a welcomed trip as every night that I have spent there has been--lets say for lose of better words--interesting. I am sure that this night will be the same.
The little black dress party is going to be a blast. It always is when my best friend and I get together. There will be a group of us that will be going to celebrate two friends birthdays. I have my dress and accessories and can't wait to go out and make a fool of myself. It seems that alcohol brings that out in me.
Needless to say I am looking forward to both nights!!
Easter Morning
I did what a mother does, I waited for the kids to fall asleep and than I hid the Easter eggs through the living room. The boys woke up at 5:45 in the morning and down to Tiana's room they went to wake her too.
As I get up and walk to the living room, I notice that a lot of the eggs are not where I put them. Confused as there was a pile of them on the middle of the living room floor. I sit down on the couch and than Einstein shows himself. He was knocking them down and batting them around the room.
The kids found all the eggs and than the fun begins. We hide plastic eggs as my kids always leave me to dye the hard boiled eggs by myself. So it works better for us to just use plastic ones. I enclose candy and money in them so it works out best for them too. Dalton found the most money this year, Ian in a close second, and Tiana, well, lets say she had a pathetic finish.
It was a great to watch them hunt for the eggs and it makes me realize I don't have many more of those years left. How fast they grow. In fact, I think my kids just humor me through most of the holidays.
Now, it is time to make pina colada cake.
As I get up and walk to the living room, I notice that a lot of the eggs are not where I put them. Confused as there was a pile of them on the middle of the living room floor. I sit down on the couch and than Einstein shows himself. He was knocking them down and batting them around the room.
The kids found all the eggs and than the fun begins. We hide plastic eggs as my kids always leave me to dye the hard boiled eggs by myself. So it works better for us to just use plastic ones. I enclose candy and money in them so it works out best for them too. Dalton found the most money this year, Ian in a close second, and Tiana, well, lets say she had a pathetic finish.
It was a great to watch them hunt for the eggs and it makes me realize I don't have many more of those years left. How fast they grow. In fact, I think my kids just humor me through most of the holidays.
Now, it is time to make pina colada cake.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Love makes the world go 'round
What is true love? That is the question that a friend asked me today. It’s hard to describe love in words--none seem to quite fit. I mean words don’t seem to be able to express the feeling of love. I can say that any love is true. If you love someone—wouldn’t it be true?
I believe love is finding harmony, support and comfort in someone’s arms.
I believe that love is a great feeling of being accepted and belonging to someone’s world and accepting them in yours. That there is a permanent smile in your heart.
Love equals life. Life with someone and for that someone; when nothing else matters and yet everything does.
Confused yet?
Love is being happy, but not for yourself— but for the other person. Sometimes this means letting go to let the other person be happy.
A person that is so extraordinary and spectacular that when they look at you they touch your very soul. They can speak to your heart with just a smile. Thier kiss makes the world seem to stand still.
When this person smiles at you they speak to your heart--you know everything is going to be okay.
Love is when you prefer to be together through hard times rather than having it easy separately.
It is fighting for what you think is right for the both of you. It is holding on and hanging in each time things go wrong. It is supporting each other in the smallest and biggest of decisions or actions. Love is standing by when the whole world turns its back to you. It is being there even if they didn’t ask you. Love is knowing that they would do the same.
Love equals power.
Love gives the power to someone to destroy you, to hurt you, to break your heart, but trusting them not to. No matter what goes on or how badly you fight or what mistakes you make, you will love that one person without question.
Love is finding someone who is your friend, your partner, someone who is the right fit for you. This someone will touch your life so intensely and gives you a whole new reason to breathe. They will give you a reason to dream at night, a reason to wake each morning, a reason to live.
This person will make you smile when you want to cry. They will want to hear your voice before you fall asleep. They will understand you and love your quirks. They will believe in you. They will accept you. They will understand your imperfections. They will tell you daily how they feel. This person will be with you regardless of anything---nothing would matter as they would want to be there for you.
Love is a big responsibility. It is communicating; sharing thoughts, cares, concerns, wants, needs, emotions, and listening. Now don’t get me wrong. Love is a whole lot of work. It doesn’t come easy. You have to overcome challenges---fight to be together. Love means to hold on and not to let go.
Love does not just happen. You can find love but you have to work hard to keep it--to make it a beautiful union. If both people work for love you can have it for a lifetime.
After talking to my friend about what true love means to me. I did a lot of thinking—a lot of deep down thinking. I want to put my heart, my soul, my energy in to love as love is what makes the world go ‘round.
I believe love is finding harmony, support and comfort in someone’s arms.
I believe that love is a great feeling of being accepted and belonging to someone’s world and accepting them in yours. That there is a permanent smile in your heart.
Love equals life. Life with someone and for that someone; when nothing else matters and yet everything does.
Confused yet?
Love is being happy, but not for yourself— but for the other person. Sometimes this means letting go to let the other person be happy.
A person that is so extraordinary and spectacular that when they look at you they touch your very soul. They can speak to your heart with just a smile. Thier kiss makes the world seem to stand still.
When this person smiles at you they speak to your heart--you know everything is going to be okay.
Love is when you prefer to be together through hard times rather than having it easy separately.
It is fighting for what you think is right for the both of you. It is holding on and hanging in each time things go wrong. It is supporting each other in the smallest and biggest of decisions or actions. Love is standing by when the whole world turns its back to you. It is being there even if they didn’t ask you. Love is knowing that they would do the same.
Love equals power.
Love gives the power to someone to destroy you, to hurt you, to break your heart, but trusting them not to. No matter what goes on or how badly you fight or what mistakes you make, you will love that one person without question.
Love is finding someone who is your friend, your partner, someone who is the right fit for you. This someone will touch your life so intensely and gives you a whole new reason to breathe. They will give you a reason to dream at night, a reason to wake each morning, a reason to live.
This person will make you smile when you want to cry. They will want to hear your voice before you fall asleep. They will understand you and love your quirks. They will believe in you. They will accept you. They will understand your imperfections. They will tell you daily how they feel. This person will be with you regardless of anything---nothing would matter as they would want to be there for you.
Love is a big responsibility. It is communicating; sharing thoughts, cares, concerns, wants, needs, emotions, and listening. Now don’t get me wrong. Love is a whole lot of work. It doesn’t come easy. You have to overcome challenges---fight to be together. Love means to hold on and not to let go.
Love does not just happen. You can find love but you have to work hard to keep it--to make it a beautiful union. If both people work for love you can have it for a lifetime.
After talking to my friend about what true love means to me. I did a lot of thinking—a lot of deep down thinking. I want to put my heart, my soul, my energy in to love as love is what makes the world go ‘round.
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