Becca's Winter Dance ..
I just love this shot..:>
Friday, February 22, 2008
Monday, February 11, 2008
WTH!!!!
WHERE THE HECK IS EVERYBODY!!!!
WE CANT KEEP THIS GOING UNLESS WE ALL PARTICIPATE!
COME ON NOW! THAT MEANS YOU PEG, DAN, GINO, TRACY, DINA, BRIAN.......
WE CANT KEEP THIS GOING UNLESS WE ALL PARTICIPATE!
COME ON NOW! THAT MEANS YOU PEG, DAN, GINO, TRACY, DINA, BRIAN.......
Sunday, February 10, 2008
Got A JOB
So finally got a job. Im sure my Mom has told some of you already but just wanted to post anyways. Its a full time receptionist position at a property managment office called HOA Proffesional Consultants. Im temping for a girl going on maturnanty leave for three months. In my interviews they talked like there was a chance I could be kept though so we will see. If not at least I get some more office experiance under my belt, resume builder you know.
Oh and of course I am now recieving a bunch of calls on other job oppurtunies. One being a FT YMCA Site Supervisor!! I am still going to interview and wiegh my options. Still need health and dental so again we will see what happens........
Weathers great, going jogging/walking with friends on the regular. Hiking the mountain I grew up on today with a friend Tenille and her 6 yr old son JJ. Im sure we wont make it far with him but he loves it. I picked him up from school one day, because Tenille had to work, and I brought him there. Checked out my old house and then we went exploring around the mountain. I showed him all the spots we used to hang out, our club house made of bushes, the caves we used to be scared of, even climbed some of the huge rock /clif like things. Hes a tough lil 6yr old, kinda like Isiah. Anyway it was nice to flashback.
Give Isiah my Love........I will be calling soon, maybe even today. Love ya all. :)
Oh and of course I am now recieving a bunch of calls on other job oppurtunies. One being a FT YMCA Site Supervisor!! I am still going to interview and wiegh my options. Still need health and dental so again we will see what happens........
Weathers great, going jogging/walking with friends on the regular. Hiking the mountain I grew up on today with a friend Tenille and her 6 yr old son JJ. Im sure we wont make it far with him but he loves it. I picked him up from school one day, because Tenille had to work, and I brought him there. Checked out my old house and then we went exploring around the mountain. I showed him all the spots we used to hang out, our club house made of bushes, the caves we used to be scared of, even climbed some of the huge rock /clif like things. Hes a tough lil 6yr old, kinda like Isiah. Anyway it was nice to flashback.
Give Isiah my Love........I will be calling soon, maybe even today. Love ya all. :)
Saturday, February 9, 2008
My Willow has left this mortal coil....
Today my dear 19 yr old cat went over the Rainbow Bridge. This is the cat who really believed I was her human and owed my existence to her.
Aside from old age, she was hyperthyroid and had renal failure (kidneys and liver failed) but even at the end she went with the dignity and grace she always showed to the world.
The vet is right across the street and since this morning was sunny and warm, I wrapped her in a fleece and we walked over. She hadn't been outside in at least two years and I wanted her to have the fresh air in her face one last time.
This may sound silly and a bit over-dramatic but I really loved that cat and will miss her terribly.
Here's a picture of her from two years ago:
Sorry but I needed to let it out somewhere.
And now .. off to get Becca ready for the Winter Dance.... :>
Aside from old age, she was hyperthyroid and had renal failure (kidneys and liver failed) but even at the end she went with the dignity and grace she always showed to the world.
The vet is right across the street and since this morning was sunny and warm, I wrapped her in a fleece and we walked over. She hadn't been outside in at least two years and I wanted her to have the fresh air in her face one last time.
This may sound silly and a bit over-dramatic but I really loved that cat and will miss her terribly.
Here's a picture of her from two years ago:
Sorry but I needed to let it out somewhere.
And now .. off to get Becca ready for the Winter Dance.... :>
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Short and Sweet...
Breck, how is working at home?
I have been home this whole week on med leave. Keyboarding and mousing are killing my right arm.
Tuesday I got a massage that left bruises on my arm.
Thursday I got electronically jolted up and down my arm for 45 minutes. Yowza!
Meds are working when I load them on and stay indoors. Can't cook, write, or do much of this.
I AM wondering how everyone is doing. Can't get on much...hurts.
I will NOT be joining the concert plans, thank you all so much anyway.
Love ya, K8
I have been home this whole week on med leave. Keyboarding and mousing are killing my right arm.
Tuesday I got a massage that left bruises on my arm.
Thursday I got electronically jolted up and down my arm for 45 minutes. Yowza!
Meds are working when I load them on and stay indoors. Can't cook, write, or do much of this.
I AM wondering how everyone is doing. Can't get on much...hurts.
I will NOT be joining the concert plans, thank you all so much anyway.
Love ya, K8
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
So, Becca turned 16 and ....
She had the BEST Sweet 16 party ever!
She decided she wanted a semi-formal bowling party. (Yes I am serious, sadly I forgot my camera..:<) And yes her friends obliged her in spades!
We rented a small duck pin place and the owner was awesome! He told Becca at least 3 times that she was his hero for throwing a formal bowling party and told me at least as many times how much fun HE was having ..:>
Becca had 14 friends show up and yes they all dressed up .. not one girl had pants on and Dave wore his suit. (Rowan was a guest of a friend and missed the 'formal' part, so he just looked casual) and /everyone/ put on the bowling shoes and bowled!
Her cake was a forest scene of lake (with fish) and frogs sitting on a log. Hey it was what she wanted.
Becca even wore a touch of make up and looked wonderful..:>
(Remember this is all from a Mom's point of view...)
Basically it was a great time and I think Becca will remember this for a long time. (She better, anyway!)
She decided she wanted a semi-formal bowling party. (Yes I am serious, sadly I forgot my camera..:<) And yes her friends obliged her in spades!
We rented a small duck pin place and the owner was awesome! He told Becca at least 3 times that she was his hero for throwing a formal bowling party and told me at least as many times how much fun HE was having ..:>
Becca had 14 friends show up and yes they all dressed up .. not one girl had pants on and Dave wore his suit. (Rowan was a guest of a friend and missed the 'formal' part, so he just looked casual) and /everyone/ put on the bowling shoes and bowled!
Her cake was a forest scene of lake (with fish) and frogs sitting on a log. Hey it was what she wanted.
Becca even wore a touch of make up and looked wonderful..:>
(Remember this is all from a Mom's point of view...)
Basically it was a great time and I think Becca will remember this for a long time. (She better, anyway!)
Monday, January 21, 2008
Got A CAR!!!
finally got a car! its a 97 Chrysler Sebring convertible! Candy apple red! leather interior!
It might sound great and it is, but it needs a lot of work. New paint job this week hopefully to a darker red or burgandyish color with a little metallic shine to it. The leather is a bit damaged on the drivers side so maybe some new seat covers and a bunch of little random things in side need to be fixed/replaced.
It is awesome though, never had anything this nice. I cant believe I actually have a convertible, so cliche!
We bought it up in Rancho Bernardo were alot of the fires happened. We bought it from a nice older couple who are related to Karen's side of the fam. Thankfully their house was one that did not burn but houses all around and two directly across the street were burned to the ground. You would not believe how little fire damage evidence is left other then the empty leveled plots of land randomly all over the neighborhood. The clean up was extremely extensive I guess. I was so amazed I barley even bated an eye lash at the car when we first arrived. I asked the couple more questions about the fires then the car.
Anyways I need to get off this thing my head is killing me, still recovering from yesterday's all day partying. GO PATS!!
Love you guys :)
It might sound great and it is, but it needs a lot of work. New paint job this week hopefully to a darker red or burgandyish color with a little metallic shine to it. The leather is a bit damaged on the drivers side so maybe some new seat covers and a bunch of little random things in side need to be fixed/replaced.
It is awesome though, never had anything this nice. I cant believe I actually have a convertible, so cliche!
We bought it up in Rancho Bernardo were alot of the fires happened. We bought it from a nice older couple who are related to Karen's side of the fam. Thankfully their house was one that did not burn but houses all around and two directly across the street were burned to the ground. You would not believe how little fire damage evidence is left other then the empty leveled plots of land randomly all over the neighborhood. The clean up was extremely extensive I guess. I was so amazed I barley even bated an eye lash at the car when we first arrived. I asked the couple more questions about the fires then the car.
Anyways I need to get off this thing my head is killing me, still recovering from yesterday's all day partying. GO PATS!!
Love you guys :)
New Job...
Ok guys, got the job! Yipee..... I'm starting on Feb. 6th. I may actually be able to have a life down the road. I'm pretty excited. I'll keep you posted..(get it, posted...ha ha)
Thursday, January 17, 2008
long time no blog
hey all! hope everyone had a great New Yrs! I actually got a visit from a Brockton friend who moved out here to Fresno and he had a few Brockton boys visiting him and they all drove down to San Diego. So that was kinda weird but kinda cool too.
Still looking for a JOB! its way more difficult than I thought it would be. I'm getting there though I think I will have something lined up before the month is over, I HOPE!
Getting a car this weekend, trying to get signed up in time for Spring classes here at Grossmont Community College, Summer is getting along okay slowly getting used to the other animals, What else eeeemmmm I don't know......I guess that's it.
I miss you all so much. Take care everybody. Give Isiah a thousand hugs and kisses from me PLEASE. I will be calling this weekend and hopefully I can talk to him.
Love You
Still looking for a JOB! its way more difficult than I thought it would be. I'm getting there though I think I will have something lined up before the month is over, I HOPE!
Getting a car this weekend, trying to get signed up in time for Spring classes here at Grossmont Community College, Summer is getting along okay slowly getting used to the other animals, What else eeeemmmm I don't know......I guess that's it.
I miss you all so much. Take care everybody. Give Isiah a thousand hugs and kisses from me PLEASE. I will be calling this weekend and hopefully I can talk to him.
Love You
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Is everyone as organized as me?
Hi Guys,
Things have been pretty mundane since the holidays have ended. Trying to get stuff put away, organized, re-organized & then organized one more time. I swear it never ends. Every year after Christmas, I promise myself that everything will be kept together so I can find it next year. I have great plans. This year I took my containers outside with me while I dis-entangled the web of lights from my bushes & the ones that were half out or more, hit the trash and the rest were all packed together. Great! Of course, what about the new ones I purchased on sale to replace the trashed ones? How should I keep those with the old lights now that my one container which had been sized with the current lights outside & no longer in their box filled to the brim? Found another box, the new ones fit & the two boxes are side by side. Phew! Except that they only accounted for the bushes and anyone that has seen my front yard at Christmas knows there is a lot more to it. This year half did not even make it out, everything was all over my cellar & garage & I did not find it until I was putting away this year. (which now accounts for the 5 sets of timers and or remote control options for the two outlets that I have). And I cannot forget that I mentioned to Jerry one day, that when I returned home, I was going to pack away the penguin lights and in his ever so helpful way, handled that for me. The stakes to keep them upright are now resting on the top of the box, because he did not realize that they belonged to the penguins as he does not put them up or take them down and the box is huge and of course not packed in a manner to accommodate them and who knows what I will find when I open that package next year, and "do I mind if they are not included in the box please I was only trying to help." Help!
And so the list goes on. The few things I can rely on year after year, is that I will never be that organized and so every year I promise myself that next year I will remember where I put everything especially since I have now totally re-arranged it all ( again) into a system which at this moment makes perfect sense, I will always find something after the holiday and I will go out next year to purchase yet another outdoor timer! Now that's a plan.
Other than that, G's basketball has started, so our pace is picking up; piano, basketball coupla times a week, CCD plus Confirmation classes, and the ever ongoing school project of the month.
I'm waiting to hear on a job interview, which I don't think went my way when I heard about another candidate, but, Kris from Avon had an interview herself elsewhere so I am hoping that maybe hers will go well, for a foot in the door for me @ Avon Housing. That would be perfect. Although I must say, the Housing Authority in Medfield was quite appealing.
Hope you other guys see this post & get motiviated to catch the rest of us up.
Happy New Year!
Things have been pretty mundane since the holidays have ended. Trying to get stuff put away, organized, re-organized & then organized one more time. I swear it never ends. Every year after Christmas, I promise myself that everything will be kept together so I can find it next year. I have great plans. This year I took my containers outside with me while I dis-entangled the web of lights from my bushes & the ones that were half out or more, hit the trash and the rest were all packed together. Great! Of course, what about the new ones I purchased on sale to replace the trashed ones? How should I keep those with the old lights now that my one container which had been sized with the current lights outside & no longer in their box filled to the brim? Found another box, the new ones fit & the two boxes are side by side. Phew! Except that they only accounted for the bushes and anyone that has seen my front yard at Christmas knows there is a lot more to it. This year half did not even make it out, everything was all over my cellar & garage & I did not find it until I was putting away this year. (which now accounts for the 5 sets of timers and or remote control options for the two outlets that I have). And I cannot forget that I mentioned to Jerry one day, that when I returned home, I was going to pack away the penguin lights and in his ever so helpful way, handled that for me. The stakes to keep them upright are now resting on the top of the box, because he did not realize that they belonged to the penguins as he does not put them up or take them down and the box is huge and of course not packed in a manner to accommodate them and who knows what I will find when I open that package next year, and "do I mind if they are not included in the box please I was only trying to help." Help!
And so the list goes on. The few things I can rely on year after year, is that I will never be that organized and so every year I promise myself that next year I will remember where I put everything especially since I have now totally re-arranged it all ( again) into a system which at this moment makes perfect sense, I will always find something after the holiday and I will go out next year to purchase yet another outdoor timer! Now that's a plan.
Other than that, G's basketball has started, so our pace is picking up; piano, basketball coupla times a week, CCD plus Confirmation classes, and the ever ongoing school project of the month.
I'm waiting to hear on a job interview, which I don't think went my way when I heard about another candidate, but, Kris from Avon had an interview herself elsewhere so I am hoping that maybe hers will go well, for a foot in the door for me @ Avon Housing. That would be perfect. Although I must say, the Housing Authority in Medfield was quite appealing.
Hope you other guys see this post & get motiviated to catch the rest of us up.
Happy New Year!
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Happy New Years!
Hi everyone!
I hopes this finds you all well. We had a very relaxed Christmas and New Years. Christmas we hung around the house watching movies and we went to Kynna's to see them around 5:30 for presents and dessert. It was really neat to get to spend Christmas with the kids. They were a riot.
Kris and Colin sent us a camera for the computer so it is hooked up on MSN instant messenger so we can see you now! Cool! We talked to the Wyatts for an hour on New Years Day. Peg flew in on Dec. 26th and we did some things around the city, showing her where we work, shop, etc. and a little of the capitol. It was great to spend time catching up. She has made huge strides in her ge neology project. Kynna and Chris took Peg to the Zilker park botanical gardens on Sunday. Monday we went out for breakfast and dropped Peg at the airport. We had the day off so we went into Austin for First Night, it was very cool, especially the parade. It was amazing. Lots of very creative floats and marching units. Our favorite was the librarian drill team. I'm going to California in February 18-21 for business meetings for Men's Wearhouse. I'm looking forward to it I've never been there. It is someplace called Charmilade? I'm not sure exactly where that is, I'm sure they'll tell us. Ta Ta for now, I have to get ready for work, Happy New Year! Julie
I hopes this finds you all well. We had a very relaxed Christmas and New Years. Christmas we hung around the house watching movies and we went to Kynna's to see them around 5:30 for presents and dessert. It was really neat to get to spend Christmas with the kids. They were a riot.
Kris and Colin sent us a camera for the computer so it is hooked up on MSN instant messenger so we can see you now! Cool! We talked to the Wyatts for an hour on New Years Day. Peg flew in on Dec. 26th and we did some things around the city, showing her where we work, shop, etc. and a little of the capitol. It was great to spend time catching up. She has made huge strides in her ge neology project. Kynna and Chris took Peg to the Zilker park botanical gardens on Sunday. Monday we went out for breakfast and dropped Peg at the airport. We had the day off so we went into Austin for First Night, it was very cool, especially the parade. It was amazing. Lots of very creative floats and marching units. Our favorite was the librarian drill team. I'm going to California in February 18-21 for business meetings for Men's Wearhouse. I'm looking forward to it I've never been there. It is someplace called Charmilade? I'm not sure exactly where that is, I'm sure they'll tell us. Ta Ta for now, I have to get ready for work, Happy New Year! Julie
Monday, December 31, 2007
Sullivan Christmas Dec. 30, 2007
Here is a photo show of our Christmas. Hopefully it will let all of those who were not able to join us, get a feeling of being here with us, & to those of us that were here, bring us back to the moment. I personally, felt it was a good day. Comfortable, relaxed, good food, good visiting.
Happy New Year!
http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/Fv6TR9gX
Happy New Year!
http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/Fv6TR9gX
Thursday, December 27, 2007
MERRY CHRISTMAS!! form the west!
hey finally got the internet over here at Pops. So hope everyone had a good one. Miss you all.
Tuesday, December 25, 2007
The Christmas that almost wasn't, and maybe shouldn't have?
http://photoshow.comcast.net/watch/KQ3kC8BT Let's see if this works. It's just us, warts & all having a Christmas Day. You will notice, I never finished my village, never finished my tree & observe the fabulous gifts that "G" rec'd. To top it all off, I had to sit through a crazy movie, Mr. Beans Holiday. If this does not work, I'll try emailing. I think that all of you that did not make it this year will feel better about missing the day with family.
Merry Christmas!!
You really do need to check these guys out .. very funny and still well-done!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Fe11OlMiz8
Have a wonderful day everyone .. catch most of you on Sunday!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Fe11OlMiz8
Have a wonderful day everyone .. catch most of you on Sunday!
Monday, December 24, 2007
Saturday, December 22, 2007
Christmas Wish
Hi everyone,
We have been following the NE weather patterns from here, you guys are really getting slammed. I don't think there has been that much snow in Dec. in years. Kris said they had a foot and a half of snow, and that was before this week's storm. I have to admit I don't miss driving in a blizzard. Peg said it was like the Blizzard of 78' on 128 and 495 , shut down with abandoned cars. I didn't have time to do a Christmas letter this year, I've been averaging 45-50 hours not including my commute. Working in a traditional store at Christmastime is way more work than I'm used to at this time of year.
Living here has really reduced our stress. The house does not need thousands of dollars of work, the cost of living is less, so there is way less stress about money. We seem to have achieved the breathing room we needed. We also get to see Kynna and family which is really cool. The girls are a source of great joy and laughter. Joelle, Ariel, and Zac are carving new futures for themselves they they are really excited about. Dan and I just have to find a new social circle to broaden ourselves, I'm sure that will come with time.
We went to 2 Art Bazaars on Monday, the small Blue Genie Fair, and the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar. They were both amazing, every time we turned a corner we saw paintings, sculpture, glass, pottery, fiber arts, and jewelry that were very exciting to see. There were also bands playing. This is a very cool place to be.
We have been getting your Christmas cards , every single one is a gift. I loved the pictures!
We have also received some packages from elves, we are really grateful.
Everyone here sends hugs and kisses , and wishes for a peaceful new year!
Merry Christmas,
Julie, Dan Joelle, Ariel, Zac and Melly
We have been following the NE weather patterns from here, you guys are really getting slammed. I don't think there has been that much snow in Dec. in years. Kris said they had a foot and a half of snow, and that was before this week's storm. I have to admit I don't miss driving in a blizzard. Peg said it was like the Blizzard of 78' on 128 and 495 , shut down with abandoned cars. I didn't have time to do a Christmas letter this year, I've been averaging 45-50 hours not including my commute. Working in a traditional store at Christmastime is way more work than I'm used to at this time of year.
Living here has really reduced our stress. The house does not need thousands of dollars of work, the cost of living is less, so there is way less stress about money. We seem to have achieved the breathing room we needed. We also get to see Kynna and family which is really cool. The girls are a source of great joy and laughter. Joelle, Ariel, and Zac are carving new futures for themselves they they are really excited about. Dan and I just have to find a new social circle to broaden ourselves, I'm sure that will come with time.
We went to 2 Art Bazaars on Monday, the small Blue Genie Fair, and the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar. They were both amazing, every time we turned a corner we saw paintings, sculpture, glass, pottery, fiber arts, and jewelry that were very exciting to see. There were also bands playing. This is a very cool place to be.
We have been getting your Christmas cards , every single one is a gift. I loved the pictures!
We have also received some packages from elves, we are really grateful.
Everyone here sends hugs and kisses , and wishes for a peaceful new year!
Merry Christmas,
Julie, Dan Joelle, Ariel, Zac and Melly
Monday, December 17, 2007
Sara and Mrs. Hughes...
I am rotfl!!!
She's GREAT!
Please send more links like that. We should, like, "perma-link" that one. Whatever that means.
Sara's info:
7853 Blue Lake Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
cell# 1-774-274-9611 (costs her)
house# 1-619-461-4550 (costs Martin)
It's been a little "weird" this Christmas, for me.
I finally got the goodies sent, which SHOULD arrive in time for Christmas. But I waffle between tear-verging and on-a-mission.
It will all level out at some point.
Oh well, my new favorite line: "It is what It is".
I was telling Peg (and whoever else) that papier mache may become my new medium. I remember trying and liking it as a child. I would really like to re-visit that craft.
I'd love that I'd get to do 3D. I'd love that I'd get my hands into it. I'd love that it recycles materials. (Of course, I love that I get to make up something, too.)
Unfortunately, the more I read up, the messier and wetter it sounds. I don't mind any of that, I just can't accomodate much of it in my current environment. It may have to be on a small scale in the winter, while indoors, and then larger messier scale in good weather.
(If the topics seem dis-jointed, I'm sorry. My current theme is: catch a falling thought and put it down on paper.)
No, really, there IS a thread.
I have harbored creative, inventive ideas for a long time and would like to try my hand at some. In view of the fact that I am no longer housing an offspring in my small abode, I have regained some space in which I can set up my "projects" and not be using up living/eating space.
Well, we'll see, won't we?
(It's also about filling a hole, of course.)
Good Night.
She's GREAT!
Please send more links like that. We should, like, "perma-link" that one. Whatever that means.
Sara's info:
7853 Blue Lake Dr.
San Diego, CA 92119
cell# 1-774-274-9611 (costs her)
house# 1-619-461-4550 (costs Martin)
It's been a little "weird" this Christmas, for me.
I finally got the goodies sent, which SHOULD arrive in time for Christmas. But I waffle between tear-verging and on-a-mission.
It will all level out at some point.
Oh well, my new favorite line: "It is what It is".
I was telling Peg (and whoever else) that papier mache may become my new medium. I remember trying and liking it as a child. I would really like to re-visit that craft.
I'd love that I'd get to do 3D. I'd love that I'd get my hands into it. I'd love that it recycles materials. (Of course, I love that I get to make up something, too.)
Unfortunately, the more I read up, the messier and wetter it sounds. I don't mind any of that, I just can't accomodate much of it in my current environment. It may have to be on a small scale in the winter, while indoors, and then larger messier scale in good weather.
(If the topics seem dis-jointed, I'm sorry. My current theme is: catch a falling thought and put it down on paper.)
No, really, there IS a thread.
I have harbored creative, inventive ideas for a long time and would like to try my hand at some. In view of the fact that I am no longer housing an offspring in my small abode, I have regained some space in which I can set up my "projects" and not be using up living/eating space.
Well, we'll see, won't we?
(It's also about filling a hole, of course.)
Good Night.
Sunday, December 16, 2007
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