Sassy Irish Lassie

drum roll please

2009-11-10T15:19:00.002-06:00

As I am sure you remember, I was offering up beauty advice and a giveaway in honor of my 666th post. What better way to mark the sign of the devil then with some fun beauty products! You don't see the correlation? Hmmm. Yeah, me neither. But it's a giveaway so that is all that really matters, right?

My winner according to Random.org is: 6 Thanks to Unilever (and RocketXL), I am happily sending a box of beauty to...... Matt! Well, actually he entered for his wife Robin. Isn't he the best?! I will also point out that Matt has a FABULOUS website called 'A Good Time With Wine'. Matt loves wine, food, family and Macs. No wonder Robin snagged him! They also have a wine store/gift site - which is a must see.

Thanks to all who entered!

just another manic monday - lara croft style

2009-11-09T09:53:00.010-06:00

Yesterday was the first day I was feeling 100% in a long time. I even went for a run (shocking I know). What did I do after my run you queried? Why leaves of course! After spending over four hours ~~cursing at~~ raking leaves with Hubby last weekend, I decided it was time to throw down the rakes. I was done with the manual labor. Bring on the power tools!!

A few weeks back Hubby tried to attack our lawn with a leaf blower we had had since we were first married. After taking one look at our yard the blower decided it was it's time to ~~spontaneously combust~~ move on. There was no way it was going to even try and tackle that mass of foilage. Hubby then declared, "Go BIG or go home!!" and came home with this:

Yes, he purchased a Giant Vac for all of our leaf and debris management. This thing is a beast and I truly began to fear for our small children (and our dog) should they ever step in front of Daddy while he was vacuuming the yard. Now, I won't lie, this thing works but it couldn't handle our backyard:

Because it wasn't ~~BIG enough~~ an all terrain vehicle, we had to rake this by hand. (commence cursing)

When I looked out the window yesterday and saw this same sight - AGAIN - I ~~demanded~~ declared a trip to Home Depot. I came back with on of these:Isn't she pretty? What's even better?? Hubby let me USE it! I know it sounds strange, but Hubby has a thing with me and tools. I have no idea why... but he does. *ahem* So, I was more then excited when he reved her up and handed her over to me. Ooo, the power! I felt like a super hero - taking out leaves with a single swipe of my hand. Ok.... I will also admit that I did feel a little like Lara Croft and did pretend that maybe it was a blow torch instead of a leaf blower. Hey, a Lassie has to amuse herself someway! Needless to say, I got the job done in record time and without the back ache raking would have caused. Now.... I wonder what tool I can use next???

wordless wednesday - everyone loves a fuzzy caterpillar

2009-11-04T13:07:00.006-06:00

If you have or even know young boys, I am sure you can guess the fate of "Fuzzy". Fuzzy was a bit over loved by days end. Poor, poor fuzzy.

not me monday - she strikes again!

2009-11-02T11:11:00.006-06:00

Sigh... I just can't believe how stellar I can be. If there was a 'Super Mom' competition I would definitely blow everyone else out of the water. Oh yeah - I'm that good.

Well, I can say that as a Mom in the running for the 'Super Mom' competition, I would be sure to take all those mandatory Halloween pictures of my cute little monsters. What? You heard other wise? No, not me! I surely didn't forget to take their pictures!

I would also make sure that my little goblins had the best carved pumpkins around. What?! You saw we didn't have any carved pumpkins. No way... not me!

I would be sure, when finally taking their picture, that I would only catch them at their best:

Who would take a picture of their 9 year old stuffing their little brother's head deep into the leaves in hope he would get lost? Not me!!

What about you? What didn't you do this past week? Be sure to check in with MckMama and see what everyone else didn't do! Don't forget to leave me your link so I can see all the things you didn't do!

moo ah ha ha - vgno time!

2009-10-30T17:56:00.004-05:00

It's Friday and time to get this virtual girl's night started! I have been flying solo all week as Hubby has been "working" in Vegas. How is it in the corporate world team building is considered going to see the latest Cirque Soleil show. You don't even talk? Le sigh.... guess I am in need of some serious mingling!

But before we get started I need to announce the winner of the Brandi Carlile CD from last week. And the winner is, according to the randomess of random.org is: Tracie of From Tracie. Congrats Tracie!! Could you send me your email por favor?? Thanks!

Ann's question of the night is "What are you dressing up as for Halloween?" Funny you should ask Ann. Since I work in a school I got to dress up for school today. Here is my attire:

This Lassie was one bad to the bone FBI Agent. I had a Nerf and I wasn't afraid to use it! I am sure all the criminals of the world are running in terror as we speak. I had that capability you know.

This week I also celebrated my 666th post. Oh how I wished it would have fallen tomorrow but alas, it did not. So in honor of that demonic accomplishment I decided to have yet another giveaway! This time for a box of beauty treats! So go on over and treat yourself this Halloween. I promise - there are no tricks involved!!

a decade in review

2009-10-30T09:33:00.012-05:00

As soon as all the Halloween decorations go up in stores I am also reminded of one of my favorite days - my anniversary. I could start out with:

"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times; it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness; it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity; it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness; it was the spring of hope, it was the winter of despair; we had everything before us, we had nothing before us; we were all going directly to Heaven, we were all going the other way."

Tomorrow, Hubby and I will celebrate one decade - a lifetime in today's day in age. But I am one of the lucky one's. Over twelve years ago, I was lucky enough to meet my best friend. Twelve years ago, when I wasn't looking, God put him in my life. It was not the best timing. He was not what I had envisioned my soul mate to be. He was not part of my plan. But God has a funny way of turning what you want into what he wants. He is so funny that way!

The quote above seems to summarize our past ten years perfectly. Hubby and I have been through a lot. We have conquered a lot. Would I change anything? Absolutely NOT! Life can't be all rainbows and unicorns. If it is, how do you grow? How do you learn? How do you change? Through our hardest times we have become stronger, inseparable even. You can't get that from unicorns!

Now, this is not to say that there aren't times full of puffy hearts and dreamy sighs. There are more of those then I can even keep track of! Even better then puffy hearts? Hubby cooks, makes me coffee every morning, is an amazing father to our boys, leaves his socks on the floor, thinks I am the smartest person he knows, thinks I totally lack any common sense, thinks I am the most beautiful first thing in the morning. (except when I eat garlic) That is the great thing. We love each other for the good, the bad, the ugly AND can laugh about it! For that, I will be forever grateful.

wordless wednesday - the reason i love bowling

2009-10-28T17:12:00.002-05:00

Don't forget to check out my Blissfully Domestic 365 project!

beauty tip tuesday

2009-10-27T10:23:00.007-05:00

Ok, I really wanted to save my 666th post for this Saturday but how is a Lassie supposed to not post ALL week? Well, I know it would be pretty easy to do but I'm dedicated, I'm ambitious, I'm.... are you buying any of this yet?? Yeah, I didn't think so.

So in honor of my 666th post I am going to tell you one of my favorite beauty tips and offer you a treat - a box of beauty - from Unilever! No tricks here I swear!

One of my new favorite beauty products is Pond's Original Clean towelettes. This all in one wash cloth cleans your face while removing even the toughest make-up. Can you believe it can even remove water proof mascara!? Amazing! It removes all the impurities from your skin - even deep in your pores. What girl doesn't need that? I love the fact that it gently cleans my face and removes my make-up in one easy step. Cause let's be honest, by the time I get around to washing my face I am exhausted. This is the perfect product for this ~~lazy~~ tired lassie.

With Pond’s towelettes, you can grab-and-go for quick, easy beauty maintenance! They even come in three different formulas: Original, Micro Dermabrasion and Age Defying. Plus they made Allure Magazine's list of BEST beauty products of the year!!

Ready for your treats? Leave a comment and you will be enetered to win a box of treats from Unilever including products from Dove, Vaseline, Pond's and Q-Tips. You even get a treat if you don't win the prize pack! Just go to Pond's website you can get a $1.50 off coupon to try them for yourself!! Now go on... treat yourself!

vgno - it's giveaway time!!

2009-10-23T09:01:00.003-05:00

I made it! Ever have weeks where you feel like that? This week has definitely been one of those. Thank goodness Ann is hosting her weekly Virtual Girl's Night Out!! This Lassie needs one!

As part of this week's blog hopping extravaganza, I am hosting an uber fabulous giveaway. You know I am a HUGE fan of music. Love, love, love it. It is a trait that I have happily passed on to my boys. While none of us can sing worth a lick, we can dance and jig like nobodies business.

This week I am happy to introduce, thanks to One2One Network, a new up and coming musician. While her music isn't the type to get down and shake your booty too, it does have a great folksy sound. May I introduce you to Brandi Carlile and her new record Give Up the Ghost! My favorite song on the CD you query? Why it is definitely THIS SONG - Dreams.

When I first heard her latest CD I was immediately reminded of the Indigo Girls. Well no wonder! She worked with Amy Ray on the song 'Looking Out'. Brandi also had the opportunity to work with Elton John, Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers multi-instrumentalist Benmont Tench and drummer Chad Smith.

While I am not sure this CD will be a daily regular play, I can definitely see it as a road trip CD or played to help mellowing out after a long day. Of course, it's the perfect fit for tonight while I veg out in front of the fire with my large glass of Merlot. Mmmmmm, I can feel the relaxation now!

Want you own chance to win Brandi's latest CD, 'Give Up The Ghost'? Leave a comment with your email and you will be entered. I will pick and post the winner at next week's VGNO! See you then!

writers workshop - a poem of a lassie

2009-10-22T01:30:00.003-05:00

This week's assignment at Mama's Losin' It, if you should choose to accept, is to write a poem describing who you are and/or who you are not. Sounds easy enough right? A poem... hmmm. I am the queen of Haikus and poetry of such. Let's see what I can whip up shall we?

Most friends call me Kat

The others call me Momma

Some don't even call.

Wife, mother, sister

Maid, writer, confidant, friend

Short order cook too.

I'm the only girl

In a house loaded with boys

I am out numbered.

I like many things

Soccer, wine and chocolate

Don't forget coffee!!

Sand between my toes

The colors of a sunrise

Smelling burning leaves

Holding Hubby's hand

A piece of cheesy pizza

Spring rain, a clean house.

I don't like spiders

Ironing, clowns and onions

Heights and loud talkers.

Doing dishes - yuck!

Conform to society?

Not this sweet Lassie!

I can't touch my toes

Can touch my nose with my tongue

Can't sing worth a darn.

So now you can say

This Momma Lassie you know

For better or worse.

There you have it - one Lassie somewhat summed up in a Haiku. Wonder what everyone else wrote about? Then head over to Mama's Losin' It and find out! Go on... GO!!

wordless wednesday - i always feel like...

2009-10-21T08:30:00.001-05:00

.... somebody's watching me! Tell me, is it just a dream??

it's been long enough

2009-10-20T09:48:00.002-05:00

You know that thing that you swear you will never do. That one topic that you have made taboo on your blog. That thing you never even discuss in public. Well, enough is enough. This lassie is about to go there. That's right blogosphere .... THERE.

As some of you may know by that cute little button to the left, I have a blended family. I do not discuss it on my blog because they are not my children and it is not my place to voice my opinions of them or our living situation all over the internet. I try and find creative outlets, such as Blissfully Domestic, to ~~vent~~ help others in my situation. Oh, and of course, there is this fabulous girl who totally gets it. But all in all I keep everything to myself.

There have been many a times I sit down, write an awesomely (yes, it IS a word) ranting post only to hit delete. Sadly, when I hit delete on my computer, the issues are still there at home. I will say that my Hubby - he rawks and I wouldn't trade him for anything. But his ex - man alive. If I could continuously run something over with my car - it would be her. I know, I know. It sounds petty. But the thrill of that bump bump as the tires went over and over and over her would bring this lassie such glee.

Did I mention she is remarried (10 years) with children of their own. Her husband is very well endowed and is able to provide her with many luxuries as well as the ability to not work. Yeah for her. I actually don't give a rat's arse. What I do care about is the fact that she has the audacity to come after us for child support when we share custody and placement and pay for half of every thing! Did I mention that her husband made 2.6 million dollars the other year. No seriously, he did. Sick isn't it. I will also take this moment to point out that Hubby and I make nowhere near that. Heck, we aren't even in the same playing field even if you take off a few zeros.

With that being said the court felt that because she didn't work and my Hubby did, he should give half of his check to her - cause she is so financially hurting and all. Where is the justice in that?? Seriously people. How does the court system think that is fair? My Hubby works his tail off while she has lunch and shops with friends..... hmmmm. Meanwhile we have to rebudget for the huge decrease in salary Oh wait - now I see how it is fair. *snark, snark*

Me running her over with my car doesn't sound so bad now does it? Off to hit publish and not look back!

writers workshop - the birth

2009-10-15T01:55:00.002-05:00

My assignment from Mama's Losin' It, if I should choose to accept, is to write about my birth. Well, being that I was so small and everything, I don't quite remember it all. Oh... I have heard the highlights from the parentals - "Your head was the size of a watermelon" and "You were the ugliest baby" (always a confidence booster). But as for all the little details - I haven't a clue. I do know I was a large baby AND got my Mom out of going to a company party she didn't want to go to. I also know that I was born on a Friday night. Super exciting right?

BUT... I could also warp my assignment to write about MY birth. The one I was involved in. You know, the one where I birthed a small toddler who almost ate the premie in the incubator next to him. That story I definitely know!

It was March. I was so excited to be a new Mom that I couldn't wait to meet the dumpling of a boy who was occupying my extremely large belly. I was a wee bit worried that I'd have a really large baby. I warned my OB that ginormous babies run in my family. She laughed and told me she hears that all the time. "No, seriously. We grow em big!" Umm, I'm sure you do. Stupid OB.

Now it's April and people give me that 'horrified/ shocked' look when they see me in the stores. I hear their whispers - "Is she pregnant or did she eat her husband??" "Will you get a look at THAT!!" Yes, I was quite the sight. I continued to state my ginormous baby fears to my OB and she continued to chuckle them off. Really stupid OB.

By now it is mid-April and little D-man is about to make his entrance. He was a stubborn babe and highly enjoyed the deluxe accommodations I was providing. Guess my uterus is like a luxury penthouse *snort* After pushing for what seemed like an eternity, his big ole noggin finally made it through. That is about all that got out because then - he got stuck. Stupid husband's broad shoulders.

After some swift manuvering, twisting and tugging my doctor finally got D-man out. Her first words you query? "Damn". Yes, that's right - DAMN. I look to my husband, scared that something was wrong with our baby. "What's wrong with him??" He peaks over the sheet... "Holy S$%@!" WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?!? HUBBY!! WHAT IS WRONG WITH OUR BABY!? Then the doctor held him up:

Oh holy heck! What in heavens is that?! Where's my cute little baby?? Yep, this lassie gave birth to a child that looked very similar to that one - except pale with red hair. My little D-man was a whopping 11 lbs 3 oz. Did I mention he was born naturally? Yeah.. he was. Did I mention I told Hubby he could never touch me again after that. Yeah... I did.

Want to check out everyone else's stories. Head on over to Mama's Losin' It and see how everyone else is handling motherhood!

wordless wednesday - a little bit o love

2009-10-14T09:16:00.001-05:00

Don't forget to check out more pictures from this lassie over HERE!

sunday stealing - the magical mystery tour

2009-10-11T00:21:00.001-05:00

Today we ripped this meme off a blogger and blog called Magical Mystery Tour. He's from the UK where they spell words strangely. As for this meme, he states who stole it but does not say from where. But, it was probably stolen there as well. So, of course, that will be as far as we go. Tracing back our theft's thieves might take some time. Link back to us at Sunday Stealing!

1. Is there anybody you just wish would fall off the planet? Yes - enough said.

2. How do you flush the toilet in public? With my foot.

3. Do you wear your seatbelt in the car? Always.

4. Do you have a crush on someone? I'm not a player I just crush a lot.

5. Name one thing you worry about running out of. Coffee, wine and cereal.

6. What famous person do you (or other people) think you resemble? Hmmm, I used to get Kyra Sedgwick when my hair was long.

7. What is your favourite pizza topping? I am boring - cheese.

8. Do you crack your knuckles? Nope, never.

9. What song do you hate the most? Anything by the Red Hot Chili Pepper.

10. Did just mentioning that song make it get stuck in your head? No, thank goodness.

11. What are your super powers? I have killer mind reading ability.

12. Peppermint or spearmint? Peppermint

13. Where are your car keys? In my car.

14. Last song you listened to? I sang the Ohio State fight song.

15. What's your most annoying habit? Interrupting.

16. Where did you last go on vacation? Ireland.

17. What is your best physical feature? Long, lean legs.

18. What CD is closest to you right now? Don't listen to CDs.

19. What 3 things can always be found in your refrigerator? Milk, yogurt and cheese yet I am lactose intolerant - go figure!

20. What superstition do you believe/practice? Tossing spilled salt over my shoulder, knocking on wood, avoiding ladders, wishing on stars, ... the list goes on and on.

21. What colour are your bed sheets? Ha ha I just put on the crimson flannel sheets.

22. Would you rather be a fish or a bird? Definitely a bird!

23. Last thing you broke? My laptop!!!

24. What are you having to eat tonight? Hummus and wheat thins.

25. What colour shirt are you wearing? Hunter green.

26. If you could be doing anything else today, what would you rather be doing? A little shopping and taken a nap.

27. Do security cameras make you nervous? What cameras? You mean someone's watching me?!?

28. If you wrote a book about your life, what would the title be? Oh No She Didn't!

29. Last time you went to a cemetery? When my Grandma passed away six years ago.

30. Last concert you went to? Blink 182 - oh how I puffy heart them!!

31. Favourite musician(s)/bands you've seen in concert? See above and of course, Midnight Oil.

32. Next concert you're planning to attend? No idea.

33. Do you talk to yourself? Sadly, all the time.

34. Have you ever adopted or purchased a pet? Yes, adopted our dog (poodle) and five different cats... oh, and one python!

35. Have you ever been present when an animal is being born? Do my kids count?? But seriously, I did get to see a horse right after it was born. Very cool!

six word saturday - oh......io

2009-10-10T09:57:00.003-05:00

Just singing the Buckeye Battle Cry!

It's a BIG weekend in this lassie's house. The weekend where the children must pick sides (at lest if they watch the game with us). That's right, it's the Ohio State vs Wisconsin game. This lassie will be sporting her crimson and grey AND my ever stylish Buckeye necklace! As for hubby... well he'll be the one rooting for the oversized rat team. They will be the one losing.

Want to join in? It is so easy to play along! Here's how it works: describe your life (or something) in just six words. Then hop on over, visit Cate, and see what everyone else has to say. It's only six words. I know you can do it!!

vgno - rockin the night away!

2009-10-09T14:50:00.009-05:00

Hello VGNO peeps!

It has been so long since this lassie has been able to party hop. Man, have I missed you all!! I am happy to say that I finally have my laptop back and we have quickly rekindled our relationship. Oh how I have missed her. (I know she has secretly missed me too. She just the 'emotion showing' type) And what better week to come back then to be able to come back and participate in Ann's Heart Shaped Rock Project. I was lucky enough to get the special rock from the uber cute Yaya. I mean seriously! Can you get any cuter?? Next stop..... Carolee!

So where did the heart shaped rock travel too? Why IL of course. Sadly, the rock has had to endure cold, grey and rainy days of a good ole Midwestern fall. I really wanted to take the rock to the lake we live on. I live on a private lake, which means no public launches. It is so peaceful and gorgeous - I really don't know how we lucked out here. God definitely blessed us with this house! On good days it looks like this:

But lately it looks like this:

Every day...... ALL day. So while you can catch a glimpse of me, the heart shaped rock and the umbrella... you can't see the beauty that is our lake. Ann -I promise to send better pics once this dreaded rain stops. Pinky swear!!

I asked my boys what special treasure of theirs they thought was 'rock worthy'. Grady immediately said that he would have the rock take a picture with his favorite monkey.

Drake said he thought Stevie the polar bear was more deserving.

But just for Ann, we all decided nothing beats a heart shaped rock with a side of Nutella!!

Ok, Carolee. It is now time for me to share the love. Be on the look out for a special little box just from me!! Now go over and grab a drink and some blog fun at Ann's. You won't be sorry you did!!

wordless wednesday - footsie anyone?

2009-10-07T17:21:00.003-05:00

lost in view

2009-10-06T20:21:00.003-05:00

I have decided to try and do another 365 photo project. This time I am teaming up with some of my fellow Blissfully Domestic Divas. Hopefully this will keep me on course to complete a full year. Be sure to click here to check out my latest project!

not me monday - super stellar mom to the rescue!

2009-10-05T10:18:00.005-05:00

Another weekend passed which means another Monday is upon us. Why are these Mondays so hard?? Well I can tell you one thing, this passed week has been a doosey.... but aren't they all?

I am still without a laptop which makes blogging very laborious and time consuming. This dinosaur computer can only handle so much typing before it shuts down, thus losing everything I just typed. This certainly does not make me frustrated!!

This stellar Mom would not run out of food in the middle of the week. Not this Mommy! I mean seriously... what kind of Mom would resort to using hot dog buns for PB&J sandwiches because she didn't have any bread in the house?? Not me!

Being the stellar mother that I am I most definitely did not forget about school picture day! What kind of Mom would do that? Nope, that wasn't my nine year old dressed in sweats and sportin' severe bed head that day!

And because I am a super stellar Mom I also did not wake my nine year old from a dead sleep at 6:30 AM to go to his cancelled football game Saturday morning. Not me! I surely would have seen the email about that!

BUT, this stellar Mom did sit through his two and a half hour football game later that day - in the down pouring rain. The Mom that looked liked a drowned cat - yep, that was me!!

It also did not take this sassy lassie five attempts to try and write this darn post - arrgh!!

oh no you didn't - things do suck as much as i thought thursday

2009-09-30T18:55:00.006-05:00

Wondering where I have been hiding? Yeah, me too. I really think the gods of technology have it our for me. First, I was without internet. This equalled one sad lassie. Then Hubby surprised me with a trip up north (without internet). This also equaled one internet missing, though totally relaxed, lassie. Then the evil internet gods sent their ultimate wrath... and broke my laptop. Yes, that's right, this lassie has been without a laptop since last Wednesday. See that twitch in me right eye. Not very becoming is it?

So yes, the rumors are true, this lassie has been without access to the world of internet. While I do have access to this dinosaur of a laptop we let the kids use, it is basically like being back in the stone age and hammering flint for fire. I can 't believe we ever used computers that ran this slow. Seriously people! This lassie needs some serious help and probably hundreds of dollars in therapy!

Do you realize I have been without Twitter, my beloved blog, email and the ever tempting Facebook? It takes years to download my Facebook page and when it finally does the whole internet browser shuts down. How am I supposed to start my new and improved 365 project with all my Blissfully Domestic Divas if I can't even upload pictures?!?!

Did I mention this laptop is missing the return key? Yep, it's taped to the back of the screen. Nothing but the best for this lassie! That was going to be my first picture for my 365 project but I can't upload it. Use your imagination would you?? Thanks.

I am hoping to be back up and running soon. I fear for my sanity and the safety of others if I can't get back online. I heard rumblings that I may have my laptop back tomorrow, Tuesday at the latest. Wish me luck if I have to make it through another weekend without one!!

between me and the river

2009-09-27T12:23:00.003-05:00

It has been a long time since I have read a memoir. It has been an even longer time since I read one that I could not put down. Of course, I have never read a memoir from Harlequin!

Between Me and the River: Living Beyond Cancer - A Memoir is a beautifully written and heartfelt book about the trials and triumphs of a patient with Carcinoid Cancer. Author Carrie Host offers a more then honest view into her daily life and the emotional struggles she faced while being diagnosed with such a deadly disease. She demonstrates through her writing that hope is a powerful thing:

"Cancer takes you to places that you'll never really completely come back from/ Sometimes, while all is still but the rustle of the leaves, I'll hear that angel's wings brushing the ice....."

This is one of my favorite samples of her amazing writing ability. Throughout the book, Host shares her fears, her discussions with God, her love for her husband, family and friends. With the love of her family and the doctors at the Mayo Clinic, Host overcame some of the most unbeatable odds. Host learned to put aside her pride and rely on others, even with the hardest of all tasks, raising her ten month old son. It was also through this struggle that she rediscovered a long lost love - writing.

This book really made me think about how I (and my family) would react to this situation. I guess one never ever fully knows how they would react but I do wonder if I would be strong enough, would me faith carry me through? This book is definitely getting passed on to fellow friends and survivors. It also makes a great book to give to those in the trenches of cancer. What better way to soothe the body then feed the mind?

wordless wednesday - these little piggies went for a swim

2009-09-23T02:51:00.000-05:00

not me monday - just call me babe winkelman

2009-09-21T05:54:00.000-05:00

What?? Already.... sigh. How do these Mondays keep sneaking up on me? Here I am enjoying a nice and relaxing Saturday then - BOOM - Monday hits. Guess I had better get this party started then.

Due to the almost mental breakdown of Hubby this week, we decided we need a family get away. Don't worry though ..... we did not enjoy THIS view - all. weekend. long.

As a supportive and doting wife, I did not show up my husband in front of our children with my mad fishing skills. Nope, not this Babe Winkelman!

I also did not laugh hysterically when Hubby referred to two chipmunks running around as "Alvin and Curtis, you know, from the cartoon?" Uh, unless Alvin recently got a new partner I think your choices are Simon or Theodore.

I definitely did not try and instill some strong female viewpoints in my male dominated family. Not me!

I guarantee that I did not enjoy the fall colors or the sounds of crunching leave every time I walked down the steps. Who would enjoy that?

Thank goodness my boys did not have a good time either. That would have made this whole family weekend really worth it!

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six word saturday

2009-09-19T03:02:00.000-05:00

Up north for some overdue relaxation!

After this super crazy chaotic week, Hubby surprised me with an impromptu trip to Northern Wisconsin. His college buddy has a cabin up there (hey) and said it was empty this weekend. Hubby jumped on the chance to get the heck out of Dodge. Thankfully the weather channel said it is supposed to be nothing but beautiful - ALL. Weekend. Look for this lassie boating around, catching a huge fish and enjoying the campfire with my brood. How are you spending your weekend?