27 February 2006
Happy Birthday... and more


To my darling love of my life! Yeppers! Today my hubby hit's the BIG.... 2 9! LOL Yeah, he's just a baby! And yes! He hatessss it when I say that to him! But he always knows I mean it in the nicest way possible! he he I truely hope that even though it's a Monday, that he had an incredibly wonderful day today, he truly deserves it! HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LOVE!!! HSB, F & A!!!

Tomorrow will be a busy, but fun day! :) My daughter is in choir (and the honors choir) and they have their Choir Festival tomorrow. I went along for their workshop to help out as a chaperone and my daughter came home last week and told me that her instructor asked her if I would mind chaperoning again for this trip. It's one thing to volunteer to do this stuff for my kids, but I have to admit that it's so flattering to be requested to do it! :) It's going to be a long day, starting at about 530 am *yawwwnnn* (I'm sooo NOT a morning person), and we won't return to the school until until the end of the school day (around 3). Then my daughter has an orthodontist appt that we'll have to leave for around 430, my son has Drama Club (yes! right where he needs to be! LOL) that gets over at 5, then they will be going with their Dad tomorrow nite for the last local woman's college game of the year. So although my day is packed full, the kids' day is even fuller! They will be exhausted by the time they get home tomorrow nite. It exhausts me just thinking about it! LOL

On to other things. I'm contimplating making an outlandish purchase... a Dyson. What do ya'll think about those?? I've read, and read, and read some more about those damn things, and I still have yet to come across a bad thing said about 'em, other than the price. But even with that issue, every consumer review that I've read has stated "Well worth every penny! I'd spend the money again!" Ya'll must know by now that I am just a little bit of a neat freak at times (did anyone but me notice in my stove pic that my counter tops shined?! LOL), and this damn Dyson I've been wanting for a long, long time... I just don't know if I can justify the price. Let me know what ya'll think!

I'll be sure to let ya'll know how tomorrow goes, and how well the kids did at their festival! :)

Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 11:50 AM | Permalink | 7 comments
Daily Maxine
 
posted by Melis at 11:47 AM | Permalink | 0 comments
25 February 2006
Funny the timing of some emails...
I sooo needed to see something like this in my mail! Enjoy!




This is pretty cool -
Place your mouse on the X below and drag to the O.
X Even though you can't see Him, GOD is there! O
Please forward this to everyone you know (except the one who sent it) and something
good will happen to you in the next hour...
just watch and wait for it.
 
posted by Melis at 2:11 AM | Permalink | 5 comments
Might wanna skip this one...
As some of you know I'm divorced, with three kids. Two of my kids are from my previous marriage, and although my ex and I get along probably better than most ALL divorced parents, and my new hubby is a completely wonderful person, husband, and parent (well, most of the time, but nobody can hold that 24/7/365!), my son is having such a hard time dealing with shit right now that's it's completely breaking my heart! I'm not sure lately if I'm coming or going, and the confidence that I once possessed as a "pretty damn good mother" is getting to the point of being shot right out the window! Not so much by what other people observe, because I've always gotten compliments about my kids; "What wonderful kids you have", "What a fantanstic job you do with your kids", "What well behaved kids you have", "What considerate, caring kids you have"... bla bla bla. And my two older kids have always been honor roll kids, in all the advanced classes, and very much involved in just about every extra-curricular activity they can get their hands on! (remember, the lil one is only 2, but still smart as a whip!) Not that those things don't mean TONS to me, because they do, but they sure aren't helping the way I feel right now so much! Not so much my oldest daughter, but my son with the difficult time he's having right now, and my youngest daughter with her being... well 2.

Who knew the effects and feeling such a tender, young, loving, caring, compassionate little soul would have on a "grown" person? And just when exactly does a person feel grown? When does a person really get to the point in parenthood that they at least feel like their doing the right things for the kids? I know! "A parent does the best to they can for their kids, then hope for the best", but yanno? I just don't feel that's good enough! I should know how to make things "ok" in his world, I should know what those "right words" are to make him feel better! Why don't I? And more importantly... will I ever??

My kids are my world! They are what makes my sun shine, my stars twinkle, my moon glow, and my heart skip a beat every time I see them, or even think of them!! I want to give them everything this world has to offer, and it breaks my heart that I can't. The one thing in this world that I will never, ever be able to afford my two oldest kids is the one luxury that my parents afforded me... a lifetime of parents together, hand in hand, and more in love with every passing day.. and that fact so deeply breaks my heart!!

I pray everyday that I'm doing all I can for all my kids. I was so terrified when I was prenant with my youngest that my older two kids would feel as though I was ditching them for a new family, and I've made a very consious effort every minute of every day to be sure that didn't, and doesn't happen. They are all three my kids, and I love each of them with every fiber of my heart and soul!! I just wish I could be sure that they each know that, without a shadow of a doubt.. I mean, I ask them (well, the older two), and tell them consistantly that if they feel "off" about anything to tell me, and everythings fine with them except for my son wanting so badly for his Dad and I to be together. I don't know that he completely remembers a lot of what had happened, if he's blocked it out, or just chooses to say that he doesn't remember. He's told me so many times that his Dad and I get along great, so he doesn't know why we can't get back together. Which just confuses the hell out of me even more! Should we not get along so well? Isn't it always said that the divorced parents need to get along as well as possible for the kids to be able to better deal with things?? There really should be a manual given to you upon checkout from the hospital!!!

Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 12:57 AM | Permalink | 4 comments
daily maxine
Soooooo how I feel here lately!

 
posted by Melis at 12:56 AM | Permalink | 0 comments
22 February 2006
I'm so excited!!!
Ok, here's what's been going on around here the last couple days that's kept me so occupied and away from ya'll... I've wanted a new stove for I can't even tell you how long, actually, I've wanted all new appliances, and new counter tops and flooring in the kitchen (I know! It's practically a new kitchen! LOL). And yesterday we actually went out and bought me a NEW STOVE!! Then hubby got the wiring ran, and it installed today. Thank you hubby!!!!!! Here's my new baby...



Yep! It's a stainless, with allll the bells and whistles! It's actually a $1500 stove (GE Profile # JB910skss, if you'd like to go to the Sears site and ck it out!), that I ended up paying less than half that for! I think the poor sales guy just wanted me to shut up and leave!! LOL I can't wait to make something in it! Hubby better sure enjoy THAT while it lasts! lmao So now I just have to start saving up for the counters, flooring, fridge, and cabinet microwave to match! :)

Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 11:44 PM | Permalink | 6 comments
new M & M 's
New M&M colors
Pass this on to all of your friends. There are many women out there who have breast cancer. Lets do all we can to support this cause.
New Pink & White M&M's.



The maker of M&M candies has teamed up with the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation to raise funds through the sale of their new "pink &white" M&M candies.
For each 8-ounce bag of the special candies sold, the makers of M&M (Masterfoods) will donate 50 cents to the foundation. The next time you want a treat, please pick up a bag (now sold in stores nationwide) - you will be donating to a great cause and satisfying your sweet tooth.

Just think...If each of us buy one bag or two...how much will be donated. Buy a bag for a friend.
Please pass on to all your family and friends. -- Thank you.

 
posted by Melis at 11:32 PM | Permalink | 5 comments
20 February 2006
sorry...again
I know! I know!! I'm a bad bad blogger!!! I've been busy around here, then when I did get back to the computer my new blog buddy asked me to do a custom template for her over at Where the Bees Are. I think it turned out pretty cool, I hope she's pleased with it! :)

This is just a quick post to let ya'll know that I didn't drop off the face of the earth, I'll do a more normal post later on tonite when I actually have time to do it! :)

Until then....
 
posted by Melis at 1:03 PM | Permalink | 10 comments
14 February 2006
Something to think about & BABY PIC!!
Read This Slowly

Jack took a long look at his speedometer before slowing down: 73 in a 55 zone. Fourth time in as many months. How could a guy get caught so often?


When his car had slowed to 10 miles an hour, Jack pulled over, but only partially. Let the cop worry about the potential traffic hazard. Maybe some other car will tweak his backside with a mirror. The cop was stepping out of his car, the big pad in hand


Bob? Bob from Church? Jack sunk farther into his trench coat. This was worse than the coming ticket. A cop catching a guy from his own church. A guy who happened to be a little eager to get home after a long day at the office. A guy he was about to play golf with tomorrow.




Jumping out of the car, he approached a man he saw every Sunday, a man he'd never seen in uniform.



"Hi, Bob. Fancy meeting you like this."




"Hello, Jack." No smile.



"Guess you caught me red-handed in a rush to see my wife and kids."



"Yeah, I guess." Bob seemed uncertain. Good.
"I've seen some long days at the office lately. I'm afraid I bent the rules a bit -just this once."




Jack toed at a pebble on the pavement. "Diane said something about roast beef and potatoes tonight. Know what I mean?" "I know what you mean. I also know that you have a reputation in our precinct ." Ouch. This was not going in the right direction. Time to change tactics.



"What'd you clock me at?"




"Seventy. Would you sit back in your car please?"




"Now wait a minute here, Bob. I checked as soon as saw you. I was barely nudging 65." The lie seemed to come easier with every ticket.




"Please, Jack, in the car"




Flustered, Jack hunched himself through the still-open door. Slamming it shut, he stared at the dashboard. He was in no rush to open the window




The minutes ticked by. Bob scribbled away on the pad.




Why hadn't he asked for a driver's license?




Whatever the reason, it would be a month of Sundays before Jack ever sat near this cop again A tap on the door jerked his head to the left. There was Bob, a folded paper in hand Jack rolled down the window a mere two inches, just enough room for Bob to pass him the slip.




"Thanks." Jack could not quite keep the sneer out of his voice.




Bob returned to his police car without a word. Jack watched his retreat in the mirror. Jack unfolded the sheet of paper. How much was this one going to cost?




Wait a minute. What was this? Some kind of joke?




Certainly not a ticket. Jack began to read:




"Dear Jack, Once upon a time I had a daughter. She was six when killed by a car. You guessed it- a speeding driver. A fine and three months in jail, and the man was free. Free to hug his daughters, all three of them. I only had one, and I'm going to have to wait until Heaven before I can ever hug her again.




A thousand times I've tried to forgive that man. A thousand times I thought I had. Maybe I did, but I need to do it again. Even now. Pray for me. And be careful, Jack, my son is all I have left."




"Bob"




Jack turned around in time to see Bob's car pull away and head down the road. Jack watched until it disappeared A full 15 minutes later, he too, pulled away and drove slowly home, praying for forgiveness and hugging a surprised wife and kids when he arrived.




Life is precious. Handle with care. This is an important message; please pass it along to your friends. Drive safely and carefully. Remember, cars are not the only things recalled by their maker.




Funny how you can send a thousand jokes through e-mail and they spread like wildfire, but when you start sending messages regarding the sanctity of life, people think twice about sharing.


Funny how when you go to forward this message, you will not send it to many on your address list because you're not sure what they believe, or what they will think of you for sending it to them.

Pass this on, you may save a life. Maybe not, but we'll never know if we don't try.



May today there be peace within you. May you trust God that you are exactly where you are meant to be. "I believe that friends are quiet angels who lift us to our feet when our wings have trouble remembering how to fly."

Here's the long awaited picture..isn't she JUST ADORABLE?!?!



Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 2:29 AM | Permalink | 4 comments
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12 February 2006
:::drum roll:::
Sorry it took me so long to get to the computer to let ya'll know, but better a little late than never! LOL Everything went incredibly well with labor and delivery, Mommy, baby, and Daddy are completely wonderful!!! I only wish that I could have been there, and I just can't wait to old the lil burger in my arms, and at the very least see pics! CONGRATS TO THE NEW FAMILY!!!



Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 1:55 AM | Permalink | 5 comments
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11 February 2006
A funny, and more
First with the "and more".. I'm sitting here at 2:30 in the morning for a reason this time. Probably not the best reason, but a reason non the less! LOL I rec'd a phone call from our Best Buds in OH (the ones I just went to see for the shower), and yes! You guessed it! They were on their way to the hospital! I'm so damn excited I'm beside myself!! I rec'd another call about midnight to let me know that they're keeping her! YIPPIE! This baby just might be gracing us yet! I really can't wait! He told me that he would keep me updated as to what was going on, so I'm hoping to get another call soon... I know! I should be waiting on that call asleep with the phone next to me, but yanno.. I never do things the way I should! LOL I'll try to keep ya'll updated as well, or at least let ya'll know when the baby is born with all the details of when, name, weight, length, ect!

So having said that.. here's my funny for ya'll! **thinking.. I suppose in my twisted humor sorta way, this kinda fits in with the above...** This is an actual pack that I got awhile ago that I just scanned in the computer to share with ya'll! I know, I have a twisted sense of humor, but really! Aren't ya'll just as surprised as hubby and I were that they even printed this?? The saying printed on it, coupled with their slogan "Think outside the bun" right below it??? I'm still just rollin! LMAO Enjoy! :)



Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 2:33 AM | Permalink | 4 comments
Daily Maxine
 
posted by Melis at 2:29 AM | Permalink | 0 comments
06 February 2006
Just have to...
BRAG! LOL I thought maybe ya'll would like to know just how my big day turned out, so I'm gonna tell ya! he he I did have a wonderful day. Darlin' hubby let me sleep in, and made me breakfast in bed waking me at 10 am, which turned out a wonderful thing because I had to be at the church for parent/teacher at 11 am!! Whew! Barely made THAT! lol It was the my older two's weekend with their Dad, but we're both pretty good at switchin things around with the kids so I brought them home with me after that for them to spend my big day here with me. Then at 2 my Mom and Dad came over to celebrate my day with me as well. Have I ever mentioned just how completely wonderful and damn near perfect my parents are?? *big grin*

So we did the gift opening (I did WELL!), and cake eating, that my Mom had my girls make while she had them for a couple hours on Sat, and it was DELISH! I think my daughters already make frosting better than I do! LOL I know ya'll well enough to know that you'd want PICS of all my goodies, so I gathered them all up (except two) and here it is...



Starting from the back, from left to right: My homemade card from my daughter, my crockpot from hubby and the kids, my bunny (yes, I'm a bunny freak!) from my sons personal stuffed animal collection, my homemade card from my son, card made by hubby, choker made by my two older kids, bracelet made by my son, ring from my parents (I'll explain that one when I'm done, e m o t i o n a l!!!), card made by hubby from him and the kids, and card made by my parents. The things that aren't shown in the picture are (oops! I meant three) a deepfryer from hubby and the kids (he's getting me a different one), pj's (that I'm wearing) from hubby, and the movie "Greese" (by special request from me) from my parents. Told ya I did well!!

Ok, about the ring I received. On my mother's 40th Birthday we threw her a big bash and the highlight of that party was when my mother opened the gift from my Busia (grandmother in Polish)... it was my Busia's engagement ring!! I knew that I would receive that ring (I'm tearing up just thinking about it again...dammit!), but I never expected to receive it now, I thought I'd get it for my 40th Bday like my Mom did! It was a completely wonderful surprise!!! In the card that she gave me with the movie, she wrote "Don't cry over your gifts", which I didn't really understand when I first read it, as she waited until I was "done" opening everything to give me that. I knew as soon as I seen the box in her hand what it was, and I BALLED right then and there!

So there ya have it... my big day in a nut shell! LOL I wish as wonderful a day for each and everyone of you on your "big days"!

Until then....

::EDIT:: I completely forgot to tell ya'll that hubby and the kids surprised me with taking me out to eat at the new restaurant up in town! DUH! So you can add that to my already long list! LOL
 
posted by Melis at 11:38 PM | Permalink | 8 comments
Daily Maxine
 
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05 February 2006
Thank you...
to each and every one of you for all the Happy Birthday wishes! Ya'll don't know how touched I am that ya'll made a point to send me happy wishes for my day! Ok.. com'on... big 'ol group hug!! I said group hug dammit... and I'm the birthday girl, so DO IT! lmao

Seriously, I really do appreciate each and every one of you. There has been one time or another that each of you has unknowingly brightened my day, brought a smile to my face, or walked with me through an issue bouncing around in my head. You are all wonderful people, and I am very lucky to have ya'll a part of my life! Love ya's!

Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 11:07 PM | Permalink | 4 comments
Daily Maxine
Figured this one was MORE than fitting for today! Enjoy! :)

 
posted by Melis at 11:02 PM | Permalink | 0 comments
03 February 2006
It's safe!!!!
I promise ya'll I'm NOT singing again! It's really safe to click! However, I've been told tons in my life that I talk to fast and because of that people can't understand me. I've never thought that was true until I heard the playback, so I redid it, forgetting half of what I said the first time, and I am still talking really fast. So... I hope ya'll can understand me, cuz I just can't get myself to talk any slower! LOL Until then...

this is an audio post - click to play


ps. Thanks to all of my wonderful friends for the well wishes for a Happy Birthday already! Ya'll know who ya are, and I appreciate you tons!! It's means a LOT to me that ya don't forget!! Love n Hugs! *~Melis~*
 
posted by Melis at 1:58 PM | Permalink | 5 comments
Not up to it...
so here's another funny for ya'll instead of me thinking! LOL Enjoy!

It was late at night and Heidi, who was expecting her second child, was home
alone with her 3 year old daughter, Katelyn. Heidi started to go into labor
and called 911.

Due to a power outage at the time, only one paramedic was able to respond to
the call.

The house was very, very dark, so the paramedic asked Katelyn to hold a
flashlight high over her mommy so he could see while he helped deliver the
baby.

Very diligently, Katelyn did as she was asked. Heidi pushed and pushed, and
after a little while Connor was born.

The paramedic lifted him by his feet, and spanked him on his bottom. Connor
began to cry. The paramedic then thanked Katelyn for her help, and asked the
wide eyed 3 year old Katelyn what she thought about what she had just
witnessed. Katelyn quickly responded, "He shouldn't have crawled in there in
the first place. Spank him again."

Until then...
 
posted by Melis at 12:14 AM | Permalink | 5 comments
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posted by Melis at 12:07 AM | Permalink | 0 comments
02 February 2006
Sorry.. might offend...
but this is just my sense of humor and I couldn't resist! LOL Hope ya'll enjoy it as much as I did! he he he

AND YOU THOUGHT YOU'RE LIFE WAS BAD?!

How would you like to be an egg?



You only get laid once.



You only get eaten once.



It takes four minutes to get hard.



Only two minutes to get soft.



You share your box with 11 other guys.



But worst of all..



the only chick that ever sat on your face was your mother!!!



So cheer up, Your life ain't that bad!!!!



Now go share this uplifting story with someone you think could use a lay...

I MEAN DAY!!!!!!

 
posted by Melis at 12:04 PM | Permalink | 5 comments