Just thinking......

 

about the loss of meteorologist Don Harman and how much his death will affect his wife and little girl. They have a very hard road ahead of them. I pray they find peace and healing during this difficult time.

 It brings back memories of losing my uncles long before I should have. And even worse, my cousins losing their Fathers at such a young age and how it will forever affect their lives.

A loss is a loss no matter how someone dies or what happens. I wish people were not so quick to judge what they do not understand. Depression, Addiction, Tragedy, whatever the circumstances are......... no one can truly understand what a person is going through. I know in my heart that a healthy minded person does not think the same as a person suffering with any type of imbalance. A person who is ill will not be able to make good, positive life choices. I don't believe that anyone leaves this Earth on purpose.

Anyway......just remembering all my loved ones in heaven. My Aunt, My Uncles, My Grandparents, Chad's Grandparents......I hold all the good memories close to my heart......thinking of you and missing you!

The Christmas Tree

 Gone are the days when I have three little kids hanging ornaments all in one clump on the front lower portion of the christmas tree. Oh how I miss the tree looking like a big old mess. I miss how proud they would be after they would hang each ornament.  It was just pure blissful chaos.

This year, it was just Jace and I decorating.  Hannah planted herself in a comfy chair and read a book the entire time. Dakota spent his time screaming at the Football game. Chad was in charge of Holiday drinks, music, and the camera( a very important job as well). It was still pretty chaotic, just a different kind of chaos. I'm thinking at least we were all in the same room.  I did manage to get all three kids together and pose for a few traditional pictures in front of the tree even if they didn't help.  Now I'm thinking......can I get them all on Santa's lap this year? Hmmm......that is my next mission.

I love these kids!

About Me...

I’m weird because…
I don't like to sleep with my hair down.
I do not like people touching the walls....ever.( really, don't touch my walls...Laughing ;)  ) 
I love my home clean and organized, but I hate making my bed or hanging up my clothes.( my mom has always known this) 
I have a no shoes policy in my home.
I prefer to not cuddle when I sleep, only before and after.
I have never liked leaving my kids with a babysitter.
I eat chips and salsa or chips and dip as a meal multiple times a week.
I could live off of wheat thin crackers.
I don't like sleeping with a top sheet.
I like to drink from a clean glass several times a day.
I take scalding hot baths all the time.
I don't like to buy anything that is not on sale.
I hate to cook dinner.
I am a truck or SUV driving girl ( I never want a car).
I have terribly itchy ears.....I know, weird.


I’m a bad friend because…

I  sometimes never check my voice mails.

I am terrible at returning phone calls.

I have trouble committing to activities until the last minute.

I’m a good friend because…
I'm very selective and when I choose a friend it is for life.
I'm very loyal.
I love my friends children like they are my own.
You can call me at midnight to talk about your bad day.
I’m not afraid to be silly and have fun.

I’m sad because…

I too often get consumed with Mommy guilt.

I wish there were more hours in a day.

I hate that I don't get to see my closest friends very often.

I miss my husband when he has to travel all the time.

I wish everyone could appreciate life's little moments. 

I’m happy because...

The holiday season is here.

I love the " little things".

I love spoiling my kids.

I love my house all decorated for christmas.

I love the christmas smell too.

I love having holiday drinks.

I love snuggling with my family.

I love the new holiday tradition we started yesterday with my brother.

I love that I have the sweetest little niece and that she is truly a miracle and gift from God. 

I love that Allie calls me " My Lisa".

I’m excited for…

Fireplace cuddling.
Slippers.
Snow.
Game playing.
Movie watching.
Family time.

THANKSGIVING 2011

I intended to start this blog months ago. Life took me by surprise and it did not happen. I guess better late than never.  It feels like a small miracle though.

Turkey Day has always been one of my favorite holidays. It goes right along with the 4th of July for me. I like these two holidays the best because it is just about being together with family and friends, having fun and just living. It is also somewhat simple. Being thankful and enjoying what is around me is simple, easy and I like it ( It also does not require weeks of shopping, decorating and planning).

I slacked a little bit in the picture taking department though. I got so wrapped up enjoying my day that I only took two pictures. These two people should feel very special.  My Dad carving the bird and my sweet little niece Allie.

Our day was great! I spent it with my family, my parents, my brothers and their families and my cousin Paige and her husband Dan. My mom is an amazing cook and I am pretty sure I could never live up to the standard she has set for Thanksgiving Dinner. Turkey with all the trimmings along with the best homemade pies you could imagine. A true feast!  

After dinner, my brothers left and it was just my family and my parents. We enjoyed a board game with some pretty typical kid drama and a lot of laughs. I feel lucky and so Thankful for my family!