Oh, smell the flowers a'bloomin'! See the birds a'flyin'! Hear the bees a'buzzin! aaah...Spring! Let's see, Flowers are 635.9 ish, birds are 598.2 ish and bees are 595.79 ish. This is where I had to go to experience spring, my most favorite day of the year! Why? Because I work in a library(IN a library). This is the one day each year that I wish and wish some more that we could move all the desks outside. We could be outside and send our patrons in to get what they want. They have to come out anyway, silly... We could perform the CheckOUT out there, In nature. It is so beautiful out today. Everything is so crisp and green.
I love the new tree growth. It is an explosion of every shade of green and there are many. The color burst is particularly noticeable where we live. When the area dies back for winter(aka Fall), it really dies. Yuck brown, grey, beige, blah, dead. And then, BOOM! Mother Nature waives her magic wand. Elves stoke the fire(gotta warm up everything)! Fairies sprinkle the sparkle and TaDa! S*P*R*I*N*G*!!!
I love the longer, warmer days and cool evenings. Especially the longer days. Now here is one of the greatest inventions of our human humanness!
Spring Forward! Love, love, love it! Everything seems so fresh, new and longer lasting.
I did not even mention all the babies. Baby ducks, chicks, horses and bunnies to name a few.
Ahhh, time to start a new and grow. I hope you are growing well. I have to go now. I will probably post again when it is blinkin' hot or raining every day! Until then,
Happy Spring!
Saturday, March 20, 2010
Thursday, January 21, 2010
January 21, 2010
Don't want to hear any lip from any body about the days and weeks and months that have passed since I have made an entry!
I have been way too busy getting myself into college to blog. YES I am a student! I already memorized my student number even! I have a book bag and a pencil case and a glue stick and a stapler. Can you tell I'm a little excited? Yes, I have only just begun and I know that the way is long... But I'm good for it. I have to admit that the prospect of growing up is so scary and for this reason I will not decide what I will be, for now. I am having too much fun. And ya know, the people at the college are so serious. Its been difficult to keep a straight face but I'm managing. Wow! I'm all over the place with excitement!! Until I get five more free minutes, TA TA!
I have been way too busy getting myself into college to blog. YES I am a student! I already memorized my student number even! I have a book bag and a pencil case and a glue stick and a stapler. Can you tell I'm a little excited? Yes, I have only just begun and I know that the way is long... But I'm good for it. I have to admit that the prospect of growing up is so scary and for this reason I will not decide what I will be, for now. I am having too much fun. And ya know, the people at the college are so serious. Its been difficult to keep a straight face but I'm managing. Wow! I'm all over the place with excitement!! Until I get five more free minutes, TA TA!
Monday, August 17, 2009
August 17, 2009
And another month has passed!
Wow, where does the time go? I think the Mayans are on to something... Time hasn't just been flying, it has been ticking off at the speed of sound! My child is in the third grade this year; the THIRD grade...Seems just like yesterday... The Library has turned another year. The summer program has come and gone; with great success might I add.
The death toll of the rich and famous has dropped a little. The MJ conspiracy theories have staggered somewhat. All in all, I would say things have slowed a little. I can remember when I was my little ones age. Life seemed to drag on forever. Lazy days at the pool; when the water felt more like a bath than a refreshing dip. Mornings at the barn before the flies awoke, working early to beat the heat. Then wanting to ride but only finding a snooze in the air conditioned tack room. Later yet, walking into the warm summer evening, tacking up for a ride and staying out to see the fireflies and the first twinkle of the stars. The days just seemed to go on forever!
Now, I wake up, work, home, bed. Seems as though I missed a few steps doesn't it. But that's what it really feels like. I can't imagine having horses to care for again; they would just have to be trained to use the commode and get their own meals; Could you imagine?! I trained my kids to do that... I'm still working on the dog... Oh well.
I think the most important thing to remember now is that I have kids. They are SO important. Their every growth and milestone. Taping my eyelids up to be sure I sign the folder and read for 20 minutes. And keeping my head in the upright position to hear all the complaints and compliments that happened today. To be there, to be in their moment, when they need me... Have you hugged your kids today? Be sure I have.
Wow, where does the time go? I think the Mayans are on to something... Time hasn't just been flying, it has been ticking off at the speed of sound! My child is in the third grade this year; the THIRD grade...Seems just like yesterday... The Library has turned another year. The summer program has come and gone; with great success might I add.
The death toll of the rich and famous has dropped a little. The MJ conspiracy theories have staggered somewhat. All in all, I would say things have slowed a little. I can remember when I was my little ones age. Life seemed to drag on forever. Lazy days at the pool; when the water felt more like a bath than a refreshing dip. Mornings at the barn before the flies awoke, working early to beat the heat. Then wanting to ride but only finding a snooze in the air conditioned tack room. Later yet, walking into the warm summer evening, tacking up for a ride and staying out to see the fireflies and the first twinkle of the stars. The days just seemed to go on forever!
Now, I wake up, work, home, bed. Seems as though I missed a few steps doesn't it. But that's what it really feels like. I can't imagine having horses to care for again; they would just have to be trained to use the commode and get their own meals; Could you imagine?! I trained my kids to do that... I'm still working on the dog... Oh well.
I think the most important thing to remember now is that I have kids. They are SO important. Their every growth and milestone. Taping my eyelids up to be sure I sign the folder and read for 20 minutes. And keeping my head in the upright position to hear all the complaints and compliments that happened today. To be there, to be in their moment, when they need me... Have you hugged your kids today? Be sure I have.
Monday, July 6, 2009
July 05, 2009
Happy 4Th of July, one day late. I have been quite the lounger today. I am still in my jammies and it's after midnight. Okay, well that doesn't sound quite right. Actually, I've not changed out of them today-yesterday.. Anyway, I did brush my teeth! When that fuzzy feeling starts, so does the tooth brush! L-A-Z-Y! That is how you spell this past weekend! I had planned to go to the movies ( I want to see Transformers 2) also planned to get a haircut- still long and in need of Loreal! See, I am visiting my mom... How sweet... It really is. I am so glad that I still have my mom. She is my rock! When the world is swirling out of control, she is there. She holds my face and speaks to my heart. I love you mom!
We didn't do a darn thing today and we still had a great time. I did manage to cook some quinoa-YUMMY! I checked my email and Facebook. Oh, I love games! Mom has this game she downloaded from the net- Jewel Quest III. HARD!! Let me tell you, getting the monkeys into the traps is tough and I can't stand the dueling thing in South America, such a pain. I think the computer is cheating because Sebastian ALWAYS wins, the creep... It is a fun and challenging game though.
Yes, I have been relaxing this weekend. My Lil one is camping and my big one is holding down the fort. She reassures me that the dog, chickens, hamster and frog are all fed and doing well. It's not very often that I don't have RESPONSIBILITY. It has been officially my weekend OFF and I have loved it. Tomorrow, or later today, I will attempt the hair cut and make my way back home. WOrk again on Tuesday. Some days I wish my Weekends OFF could last for a month. I have been the responsible one since I was 15. Sometimes I just wish someone would take care of ME for a change. Wow, what a thought... I could sleep in everyday.. Join a gym and get myself in shape- good shape like when I was younger- I could get my hair and nails done by a professional- it's not to say that boxed hair and nails aren't good enough, it's just what I can afford outside of this little fantasy I'm in- ooh...to be pampered... ssshhhh... I think I'm dreaming.... Anyway, it really is late..Night Night. See you at work on Tuesday... You know, RESPONSIBILITY.
We didn't do a darn thing today and we still had a great time. I did manage to cook some quinoa-YUMMY! I checked my email and Facebook. Oh, I love games! Mom has this game she downloaded from the net- Jewel Quest III. HARD!! Let me tell you, getting the monkeys into the traps is tough and I can't stand the dueling thing in South America, such a pain. I think the computer is cheating because Sebastian ALWAYS wins, the creep... It is a fun and challenging game though.
Yes, I have been relaxing this weekend. My Lil one is camping and my big one is holding down the fort. She reassures me that the dog, chickens, hamster and frog are all fed and doing well. It's not very often that I don't have RESPONSIBILITY. It has been officially my weekend OFF and I have loved it. Tomorrow, or later today, I will attempt the hair cut and make my way back home. WOrk again on Tuesday. Some days I wish my Weekends OFF could last for a month. I have been the responsible one since I was 15. Sometimes I just wish someone would take care of ME for a change. Wow, what a thought... I could sleep in everyday.. Join a gym and get myself in shape- good shape like when I was younger- I could get my hair and nails done by a professional- it's not to say that boxed hair and nails aren't good enough, it's just what I can afford outside of this little fantasy I'm in- ooh...to be pampered... ssshhhh... I think I'm dreaming.... Anyway, it really is late..Night Night. See you at work on Tuesday... You know, RESPONSIBILITY.
Monday, June 29, 2009
June 29, 2009
I can't believe it has been almost a month since I have written! Oh, how the time does fly. So many more sad things happening. We all had time to contemplate the passing of Farrah Fawcett; to remember her best moments whether on the silver screen or pictured on the wall. She was a fabulous person and she will be missed by so many. And, Ed McMahon! Here's another one who we knew was aging and frail. He will be missed as well... But, Michael Jackson's passing... whew... This one gripped me hard! This is a shocker! He was so young! I grew up listening to his music! I grew up with him. I am only a few years younger than him... He is gone in an instant and MY life flashes before my eyes. OKAY, Yes! It's about me! How can anyone not think it's about them self? What have you done lately? I have yelled at my child for spilling juice on the floor. I have yelled at my oldest for the piles of laundry all over the floor. The dog smells up everything... I am so angry about everything. WHY?! It can all be gone in an instant...
What is so important here? Children living without a father... My child, living without me. The comparison is scary! Life is so fragile. What is the importance of it all? Where is the balance? When I cleaned up the juice, there was balance. When the laundry was folded and put away, there was balance- even peace... The dog still smells; God is wish he could just jump in the shower like the rest of us... He is a good friend in our house and I should not complain. I will go home now and I will kiss my child and embrace my oldest; and I will bathe the dog, too. My heart will still ache a little but I know that I have done a good thing today because I really love my kids and the dog... Have a heart-felt day...
What is so important here? Children living without a father... My child, living without me. The comparison is scary! Life is so fragile. What is the importance of it all? Where is the balance? When I cleaned up the juice, there was balance. When the laundry was folded and put away, there was balance- even peace... The dog still smells; God is wish he could just jump in the shower like the rest of us... He is a good friend in our house and I should not complain. I will go home now and I will kiss my child and embrace my oldest; and I will bathe the dog, too. My heart will still ache a little but I know that I have done a good thing today because I really love my kids and the dog... Have a heart-felt day...
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
June 03, 2009
It has been so long. I feel as though I have abandoned you... I haven't. I'm just busy, busy, busy. This is what I tell my child, and you anyway. Sometimes life is just so hectic that I don't have time to even think... And is there stuff to think about! The airplane that crashed into the sea. This is so sudden and sad; it makes my heart ache. Truly, the lives lost. The families that mourn. The sorrow that fills the sea of my heart... As we watched this unfold, my child and I, on the news, it broke my heart. My child kept asking questions, thus breaking her heart too. To see someone so little be so upset about the loss of life... Life so far removed from her own... ugh!!! And I am angry. I know that if you are reading this, you too will be angry... Maybe at me. This whole appointing of a judge issue. Talk about being held accountable for every word out of your mouth. I am pro-women. I am a woman and I have opinions! But! How can we just explain away a comment like the one in question? Wasn't some dj/announcer dude fired because of a comment he made about some pretty tough women kickin' butt on a court? Yes, a different court but.... He didn't mean anything MEAN by it. They're just taking it out of context. Really? Did this woman mean to be MEAN about men of a different race? How is a comment of prejudice over looked for one but not for the other? Do we/women really want equality or convenience? "Oh they're just taking it out of context..." Really? I am glad that I am not a high profile blog and that my opinion really doesn't matter, it's just mine after all. Really? Really....!
Monday, May 18, 2009
May 18, 2009 and May 19, 2009
Well happy Rainy Monday to you! I wish I could have just stayed in bed today. My rainy Monday actually began with the first crash of lightening and drum of thunder. I have this really great Golden Retriever- so cute and fuzzy and playful and big and stinky! Yeah, anyway, he is terrified of thunder and lightening. Before I even know it's going to rain he starts the whimpering. He decides that his bed is no longer comfortable and that he needs mine. Hello! Big, sweet, cute, fuzzy, stinky crybaby! It's 2:00 AM and he's crying and breathing (which is good really, I might not like his smell at all if he were not actually breathing) in my face as if it were the end of the world! I tell ya, it's like having a baby all over again... Any way, I have to comfort him or he will cry the whole night! So I am up and not getting the preferred seven to eight-and-one-half hours of required adult sleep! This sleep deprivation may affect the way I write in my blog or the way I am at work- This can not happen!
And now it's Tuesday; and raining... gee whiz... Well, the good news is that This Day, This Actual Day is the day it all began one year ago. Yes, one year ago our sleepy Lil' library re-opened it's eyes and it's doors in a brand new location! This day remembers from whence we came. The musty, dusty, sleepy little home for so many wondrous reads... The bugs and elbow-room-only spaces... I spread rumors that we had so little space for our wonderful novels that staff had to take turns balancing stacks of books on our heads. It was a colorful rumor... Novels of all types listing and swaying and teetering... Ingredients would dangle from the pages just barely hanging on... sigh... Characters would poke their heads out, threatening with gestures of nausea. The sea would spill out onto our clothes... Oh Thank YOU all! Thank you for rescuing us all! The staff, the novels, the books can BREATHE! We can all breathe!! Our new and spacious wonderful library is embraced by one and all!
I do thank you. The public made it possible. The county folks made it possible. Thank you again...
And now it's Tuesday; and raining... gee whiz... Well, the good news is that This Day, This Actual Day is the day it all began one year ago. Yes, one year ago our sleepy Lil' library re-opened it's eyes and it's doors in a brand new location! This day remembers from whence we came. The musty, dusty, sleepy little home for so many wondrous reads... The bugs and elbow-room-only spaces... I spread rumors that we had so little space for our wonderful novels that staff had to take turns balancing stacks of books on our heads. It was a colorful rumor... Novels of all types listing and swaying and teetering... Ingredients would dangle from the pages just barely hanging on... sigh... Characters would poke their heads out, threatening with gestures of nausea. The sea would spill out onto our clothes... Oh Thank YOU all! Thank you for rescuing us all! The staff, the novels, the books can BREATHE! We can all breathe!! Our new and spacious wonderful library is embraced by one and all!
I do thank you. The public made it possible. The county folks made it possible. Thank you again...
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