Yes, you read it correctly. No more school until 1-4-12. Weeeeeeeee! I would be dishonest with you if I said I was in the slightest bit sad. I can't express to you enough how ready I was for this break. Today was a good day at the middle school. We had donuts, orange juice, and cards first hour. It was a good time. They played Black Jack, Fish, Speed, Liar, and several other games that I couldn't even begin to tell you the rules. I think they actually made them up. I got 16 "new" decks of cards from a casino. Did you know they give away the old decks when they are through with them? After a fun first hour, the sixth grade watched a movie on Ancient China...you know social studies lessons in movie form. We did clean out lockers and sent them away at 1:00. I think it would be difficult to actually say which one of us (student or teacher) was the most thrilled when the bell rang.
After school got out, I went to Carthage to do some antique shopping. I did go to one store that was antiques. I didn't purchase anything. I did go to my new favorite decorating store, Colonial House. I did buy two battery candles and cedar wreaths to go around them. They are not Christmas decor. They are for regular day decorating and not holiday. The candles are really neat. They are on timers. I can set them to "burn" for 4 hours or 8. Then they automatically turn off and then turn on again the next day at the same time. Modern technology is great! The store had some really beautiful things in it. I did not purchase anything else because I am very undecided on how I want to decorate the house. You would think after living here 3 years, I would be able to commit to a style. I think I am getting closer, but can't quite pinpoint exactly what I want. The owner of the store, David Coffee, was very nice and helpful. He told me that if I found some ideas in a magazine or online, he could order it or find it for me if I wanted his help. He had some really nice decorating things that I would call Early American or Colonial. I especially fell in love with some of the wooden bowls or troughs they had. You know the kind you can put on a table for a centerpiece. I will take Steve back next time I go. You know, Steve has wonderful taste in decorating.
Steve had a good day today. I am not exactly sure what he did; I just know that he was a busy little boy. He is tired today. He is "watching" television in the bedroom as I post. His feet have been bothering him. We are wondering if it is the weather change or the front coming in. He has switched shoes and is wearing a pair of Clarks that he bought a while back. He says they are really comfortable and help his feet. I think it is important that he wears good shoes to help with his feet. He has a great appetite and eats huge amounts at meals. This is wonderful. He is excited about Christmas because I ordered a Honey Baked Ham, and he loves those. We ordered a large ham, so we could have leftovers and ham and beans. We pick it up Friday afternoon. My guess is he will not wait until Christmas dinner to start eating it. If you have not had a Honey Baked, you should try one. They are delicious. I think if you serve it at a meal, you can't go wrong. I am not sure what Steve's plans are for tomorrow. I might try to talk him into going to Walmart with me to pick up a few things that I have left. We shall see how he feels and what he feels like doing.
I am watching Anne of a Thousand Day. Have I told you about this movie yet? It is one of my favorites and I watch it all the time. It has Richard Burton in it as King Henry. He does a wonderful job. I am sure he romanticizes the king. I understand from other real sources that he was not handsome or in anyway sexy. He was just a king. I also understand that his leg had festering wounds and he stunk. I am sure glad I didn't live back then. It, in several ways, was disgusting. I also think about the hems of the ladies' skirts. I tend to think they might have been filthy. Also I worry about the actual cleanliness of the clothes and the smells they carried around. I think I would have had to have a scented hankie at my nose all the time. I am waiting for 9:00, if I can stay awake that long, for The Big Bang Theory to come on. Love that show! Odds are I will not make it that late. I am a little tired and counting on sleeping in tomorrow morning. I do not think I will get up and go to the gym. I will go, but not at 5 in the morning.
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Monday, December 19, 2011
Elf Yourself
Every thing is going well here. For a good giggle, click on the below links.
http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/
http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/ZdP7SwPpxLr3TpQQ?cmpid=ey_url
Amelia showed us this cute site. We thought we would check it out and have a little fun.
Steve is feeling pretty good today. He ran some errands. We went out to Hog Wild for supper. He and Aubree wanted to go there. He wanted the BBQ Nachos, and she wanted their grilled cheese. Imagine that. He is already in the back room resting. He did have a fitful night last night. He did not sleep so well. Ok, I know what you are thinking...it is not my fault. I was not snoring. I have been using those Breathe Right strips so I don't keep him awake.
We only have 1.5 days left before our break. I am so excited!!! We had our Secret Santa breakfast this morning. I did not guess mine. It was Cindy. She did an excellent job. I loved all my gifts. She was so thoughtful with them. I got my SS a new stapler for her room as my big gift. That is what she wanted since she does not have a good one. Tomorrow in my class should be fun. We are having a reading day where they can bring a pillow or blanket along with snacks and read all hour. I think those days are so fun. I am going to read too! I am not sure what book, but I will find one by tomorrow. I have a Kindle full and a bookshelf packed. I am a book-a-holic...electronic or paper, it does not matter to me. I must confess that I have not read any books lately. I haven't had time. I know, cheap excuse. There are 24 hours to every day so I have the exact same amount of time as everyone else. I just use my time differently. If I don't get at least 8 hours of sleep, I am a bear the next day. So as you can see, I have only 16 left in the day to read HA. I am planning on doing some reading over the break. We shall see.
I hope you enjoyed our little dances. As you probably guessed, we have a huge disco ball in our front room and Steve and I disco dance most nights. His little "Russian" move looks so much better in person. Believe me, he has the beat. It did take him a little while to learn the split move at the end. In fact, we had to buy special elf pants so he could do it in our video. :)
http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/
http://elfyourself.jibjab.com/view/ZdP7SwPpxLr3TpQQ?cmpid=ey_url
Amelia showed us this cute site. We thought we would check it out and have a little fun.
Steve is feeling pretty good today. He ran some errands. We went out to Hog Wild for supper. He and Aubree wanted to go there. He wanted the BBQ Nachos, and she wanted their grilled cheese. Imagine that. He is already in the back room resting. He did have a fitful night last night. He did not sleep so well. Ok, I know what you are thinking...it is not my fault. I was not snoring. I have been using those Breathe Right strips so I don't keep him awake.
We only have 1.5 days left before our break. I am so excited!!! We had our Secret Santa breakfast this morning. I did not guess mine. It was Cindy. She did an excellent job. I loved all my gifts. She was so thoughtful with them. I got my SS a new stapler for her room as my big gift. That is what she wanted since she does not have a good one. Tomorrow in my class should be fun. We are having a reading day where they can bring a pillow or blanket along with snacks and read all hour. I think those days are so fun. I am going to read too! I am not sure what book, but I will find one by tomorrow. I have a Kindle full and a bookshelf packed. I am a book-a-holic...electronic or paper, it does not matter to me. I must confess that I have not read any books lately. I haven't had time. I know, cheap excuse. There are 24 hours to every day so I have the exact same amount of time as everyone else. I just use my time differently. If I don't get at least 8 hours of sleep, I am a bear the next day. So as you can see, I have only 16 left in the day to read HA. I am planning on doing some reading over the break. We shall see.
I hope you enjoyed our little dances. As you probably guessed, we have a huge disco ball in our front room and Steve and I disco dance most nights. His little "Russian" move looks so much better in person. Believe me, he has the beat. It did take him a little while to learn the split move at the end. In fact, we had to buy special elf pants so he could do it in our video. :)
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Busy Day
Today we went to church. It was the long normal communion. We also had two families that were confirmed. In fact, Pastor baptized all 9 earlier in the week. We left after communion because it is very hard for Steve to sit that long. The Church is all decorated for Christmas and sure looks nice.
After church we came home and chowed down on some left over potato soup, from Grandma's. Hit the spot. After lunch, we headed to Joplin. We went to the Rangeline Antiques and finished going through the second half that we did not do last time. I purchased a bowl that matches my Franciscan Americana crystal. It is a rose bud bowl, at least that is what I have heard them called. It matches the new pitcher I got yesterday at the Marshfield Antique Mall. I am so excited about the two new pieces to my collection. My crystal was my grandma's. When she passed away, my mother gave it to one of her best friends. When I got married, my mom's best friend gave it all back to me. My mom has been giving me , on and off, some of the pieces she has. I have added several pieces over the years. A few things I am missing and really want are 1. the bunch bowl and glasses 2. the cake stand 3. a set of salt cellars I did see a set of 12 salt cellars and didn't get them. I am still kicking myself in the butt. Steve saw an antique tool box, but he decided not to get it. I always see things I would like, but I just don't like them well enough to get them. Somedays I feel like buying stuff and other times I don't.
We ate supper at a new place we found it Joplin. It is called Pitchers. It is a sports bar and grill. They had big screen televisions all over the place. The only thing on was the NFL. We decided that it would be a good place to go to watch a bowl game or two and some basketball games during the tournament. The food was good too.
Steve has felt good today. He was getting tired at supper, but he drove all the way home. Now we are in bed watching the UConn and Baylor Women's basketball game. It is a match of #1 Baylor and #2 UConn. We do like to watch women's ball too. I am sure after I finish posting, I will call it a day. I am still worn out from the traveling earlier this weekend. I know Steve is a little tired from the Christmas festival yesterday. Only two and a half days of school this week, but sometimes those short weeks feel like they go on forever. Steve's feet are swollen tonight. I think that is because he walked so much this afternoon. Hopefully a good night's rest will make them feel better.
After church we came home and chowed down on some left over potato soup, from Grandma's. Hit the spot. After lunch, we headed to Joplin. We went to the Rangeline Antiques and finished going through the second half that we did not do last time. I purchased a bowl that matches my Franciscan Americana crystal. It is a rose bud bowl, at least that is what I have heard them called. It matches the new pitcher I got yesterday at the Marshfield Antique Mall. I am so excited about the two new pieces to my collection. My crystal was my grandma's. When she passed away, my mother gave it to one of her best friends. When I got married, my mom's best friend gave it all back to me. My mom has been giving me , on and off, some of the pieces she has. I have added several pieces over the years. A few things I am missing and really want are 1. the bunch bowl and glasses 2. the cake stand 3. a set of salt cellars I did see a set of 12 salt cellars and didn't get them. I am still kicking myself in the butt. Steve saw an antique tool box, but he decided not to get it. I always see things I would like, but I just don't like them well enough to get them. Somedays I feel like buying stuff and other times I don't.
We ate supper at a new place we found it Joplin. It is called Pitchers. It is a sports bar and grill. They had big screen televisions all over the place. The only thing on was the NFL. We decided that it would be a good place to go to watch a bowl game or two and some basketball games during the tournament. The food was good too.
Steve has felt good today. He was getting tired at supper, but he drove all the way home. Now we are in bed watching the UConn and Baylor Women's basketball game. It is a match of #1 Baylor and #2 UConn. We do like to watch women's ball too. I am sure after I finish posting, I will call it a day. I am still worn out from the traveling earlier this weekend. I know Steve is a little tired from the Christmas festival yesterday. Only two and a half days of school this week, but sometimes those short weeks feel like they go on forever. Steve's feet are swollen tonight. I think that is because he walked so much this afternoon. Hopefully a good night's rest will make them feel better.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Many Miles
I just realized that it was Tuesday since my last post. Wow, time flew by this week. I really have no idea where it went and what I have done.
Friday was a busy day for us. We had an appointment with Dr. P. It was a great new appointment. Steve has been released from Dr. P's care. It is a happy/sad thing. We really liked Dr. P and his staff. He took great care of Steve throughout this whole ordeal. He is the one that sent the biopsy to Mayo. He got us into see the head lung and cancer doctors at Barnes and MD Anderson. He is also responsible for hooking us up with Dr. Hoos. We owe Dr. P more than we could ever repay. The other good news is....Steve has been released to fly. We think this is great. Now we won't have to drive if we take a trip in the next year.
I found out this week that my Aunt Dolores passed away. She was very sick so she is much better off. There is no more confusion in her life. She had Alzheimers. She stayed at home and my Uncle Gary and her daughters: Janet and Wanda, took care of her. My dad (it was his sister) went to visit her often. Earlier this year, she stopped recognizing him and would get very upset when he visited. So, he did not go and see her the last months of her life. She did die at home, and Uncle Gary said she just stopped breathing...no pain. Her visitation was Friday night and her funeral was this morning. After Steve's appointment Friday, I drove to Jefferson City. I did make it in time for some of the visitation. Her funeral was at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson City. It was the church in which she was baptized, went to school, confirmed, married, and had her funeral service. The ceremony was very nice. Of course, they played several of the old favorites "What a Friend We Have In Jesus," "Beautiful Savior," and "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less." After the ceremony and cemetery service, the ladies of the church had lunch for the family. It twas nice too.
Today was Grace and Pete's Christmas with everyone. Everyone was there except for Koleen (she had to work in Columbia and her boss would not let her off) and me. That is a house full. They had a soup buffet featuring potato soup, enchilada soup, chili, and several others. Steve said they were good. They played Nasty Santa again. Steve made off with a BBQ sauce trio package, which is nice. Steve is home now and very tired after an eventful day. You know, eating, gifting, and playing Bunk-o can wear a guy out.
We are taking it easy watching some early bowl games and some basketball. Both of us are really tired, so I am making a bold prediction that we will not be up late.
Friday was a busy day for us. We had an appointment with Dr. P. It was a great new appointment. Steve has been released from Dr. P's care. It is a happy/sad thing. We really liked Dr. P and his staff. He took great care of Steve throughout this whole ordeal. He is the one that sent the biopsy to Mayo. He got us into see the head lung and cancer doctors at Barnes and MD Anderson. He is also responsible for hooking us up with Dr. Hoos. We owe Dr. P more than we could ever repay. The other good news is....Steve has been released to fly. We think this is great. Now we won't have to drive if we take a trip in the next year.
I found out this week that my Aunt Dolores passed away. She was very sick so she is much better off. There is no more confusion in her life. She had Alzheimers. She stayed at home and my Uncle Gary and her daughters: Janet and Wanda, took care of her. My dad (it was his sister) went to visit her often. Earlier this year, she stopped recognizing him and would get very upset when he visited. So, he did not go and see her the last months of her life. She did die at home, and Uncle Gary said she just stopped breathing...no pain. Her visitation was Friday night and her funeral was this morning. After Steve's appointment Friday, I drove to Jefferson City. I did make it in time for some of the visitation. Her funeral was at Trinity Lutheran Church in Jefferson City. It was the church in which she was baptized, went to school, confirmed, married, and had her funeral service. The ceremony was very nice. Of course, they played several of the old favorites "What a Friend We Have In Jesus," "Beautiful Savior," and "My Hope is Built on Nothing Less." After the ceremony and cemetery service, the ladies of the church had lunch for the family. It twas nice too.
Today was Grace and Pete's Christmas with everyone. Everyone was there except for Koleen (she had to work in Columbia and her boss would not let her off) and me. That is a house full. They had a soup buffet featuring potato soup, enchilada soup, chili, and several others. Steve said they were good. They played Nasty Santa again. Steve made off with a BBQ sauce trio package, which is nice. Steve is home now and very tired after an eventful day. You know, eating, gifting, and playing Bunk-o can wear a guy out.
We are taking it easy watching some early bowl games and some basketball. Both of us are really tired, so I am making a bold prediction that we will not be up late.
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Just a little catch-up
It is already Tuesday night. I did not post last night because I was feeling very rough.
Steve had a nice day. He is feeling a little better. We have eaten supper, and he has been in athe chair reading a magazine. Now that is good! He has also gone outside to bring Samurai in before he goes to bed
I did not have a very good day. It is definitely time for a break. The kids are driving me crazy. You would not believe all the little dramas I am having to deal with daily. I will tell you the best one so far this week, and it is only Tuesday. After you read this, you will say to yourself there is no way this can be topped I will not mention any names of those involved to protect the "innocent". I had a boy come up to me and give me some notes he found in the bathroom. They were on small pieces of really crumpled paper. On the papers were two very similar notes. One was written by a girl detailing things in her "love" life. The other note was telling about the same girl and her adventures. After extensive handwriting analysis (I am the language arts teacher and have a wide selection of all 6th graders' writings.) The diabolical plot was foiled. The boys were in trouble because of issues with the girl. They decided to get their sweet revenge by planting these terrible notes about something that they knew would get her in big trouble. They thought if they were the ones to turn the notes in, it would automatically make them the heros and above suspicion. The only problem with their plan was they miss spelled the girl's name when they signed it on the bottom of her note and when they used it in the other not. Each note was written by a different boy. Funny thing, each spelled her name wrong in a different way. Now, I don't always deal with the brightest bulbs on the tree, but a majority of the time, the kids do spell their own names correctly. We did not confront the suspects because we have no solid proof, and I would hate to try to explain to these boys how we figured out this well thought out plot. I'm afraid that task would mentally exhaust me and the other teachers involved. I do get a good laugh and giggle every time I think about this. Note to self: If involved in a devious plot to frame someone by planting some incriminating notes, spell person's name correctly and disguise handwriting. I guess sometimes I need to step back and realize that just because I am a teacher it does not mean that I can't learn a thing or two from my students. Thank goodness there are only 5.5 days until Christmas break!!!!!!!!!
Steve had a nice day. He is feeling a little better. We have eaten supper, and he has been in athe chair reading a magazine. Now that is good! He has also gone outside to bring Samurai in before he goes to bed
I did not have a very good day. It is definitely time for a break. The kids are driving me crazy. You would not believe all the little dramas I am having to deal with daily. I will tell you the best one so far this week, and it is only Tuesday. After you read this, you will say to yourself there is no way this can be topped I will not mention any names of those involved to protect the "innocent". I had a boy come up to me and give me some notes he found in the bathroom. They were on small pieces of really crumpled paper. On the papers were two very similar notes. One was written by a girl detailing things in her "love" life. The other note was telling about the same girl and her adventures. After extensive handwriting analysis (I am the language arts teacher and have a wide selection of all 6th graders' writings.) The diabolical plot was foiled. The boys were in trouble because of issues with the girl. They decided to get their sweet revenge by planting these terrible notes about something that they knew would get her in big trouble. They thought if they were the ones to turn the notes in, it would automatically make them the heros and above suspicion. The only problem with their plan was they miss spelled the girl's name when they signed it on the bottom of her note and when they used it in the other not. Each note was written by a different boy. Funny thing, each spelled her name wrong in a different way. Now, I don't always deal with the brightest bulbs on the tree, but a majority of the time, the kids do spell their own names correctly. We did not confront the suspects because we have no solid proof, and I would hate to try to explain to these boys how we figured out this well thought out plot. I'm afraid that task would mentally exhaust me and the other teachers involved. I do get a good laugh and giggle every time I think about this. Note to self: If involved in a devious plot to frame someone by planting some incriminating notes, spell person's name correctly and disguise handwriting. I guess sometimes I need to step back and realize that just because I am a teacher it does not mean that I can't learn a thing or two from my students. Thank goodness there are only 5.5 days until Christmas break!!!!!!!!!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Tomorrow is school, again!
Yes, it is another Sunday night. The weekend is over and work starts again in the morning. I do have good news, though. We are out for Christmas break in 7 1/2 school days. WEEEEEEE!!!
Today was a good day around the Doss house. Aubree and I hit Walmart early this morning. We got a cart load and had a great time. We hit every aisle at least once and some of them twice. We had to get some containers and paint for my classroom. We had to buy food stuff too. It was a killer trip, but I think we got everything on our list and then some. We did pick up the movie Help for Betty. After our trip, we stopped by and gave it to her. She was so excited. She can't wait to watch the movie. She really loved the book.
We had pigs in a blanket for lunch. Aubree really thought they were cool. She ate the whole thing, which is good for her. She sometimes does not finish her plate and causes great stress at the house. She was a cowgirl all day today. She walked around in her hat and boots with her pink purse. She is a character. For dinner we had a new dish Carbonara. It was fine. Steve at first didn't like it, but he later did. It was a bland dinner, which is just what he needed with his stomach still a little touchy.
He did feel a little better today. He was awake more. He was also out of bed more. It just takes time for the chemo to wear off. He does not have chemo brain near as bad either. I did not coin that phrase. My friend Tom did. It is true. After chemo, Steve sometimes does not focus or remember things he has said or done. It doesn't last too long except since the chemo started, it is harder for him to concentrate. His weight is better. He is still gaining a little. I think after tomorrow, he will be feeling much better. He is off his steroid. His ear is still bothering him a little. I am not sure if he will go back to see Dr. Hinojosa or not. He has an appointment with Dr. P on Friday. It is in the afternoon, so I am taking a half day and going with him. I think we will do some final Christmas shopping and pick up some odds and ends. Last Thursday we were going to get a Honeybaked Ham and forgot. I hope we remember Friday. We love the ham and love to make ham and beans with the last parts and the bone.
I did sew a little today. I am still working on the Christmas present. I figure I should have it done in time to give it. It is turning out alright; it is just time consuming since I have not done this pattern before, and it is not random. I will post some pictures as soon as I am finished because the person I am making it for does not read the blog. I would like to get my Christmas quilt finished too, but I am not sure that is going to happen since I decided to make this present. It really doesn't matter since there is always next Christmas to put it out. You know I always like having projects. Oh, when I was in Walmart today, I picked up some spray paint called Looking Glass. It makes a mirror type coating on the project. I am going to use it to make some "mercury glass". I found the directions online, and I will try it this week. I'll let you know how it turns out. I bought a small, squatty vase to try it on. If it works, I have big plans for making some more.
I am watching Scarface. It is a movie that I like to watch every once in a while. I think it has a few life lessons.
1. Never underestimate the other guy's greed.
2. Don't get high on your own supply.
It is really violent in parts, but I think that would be a realistic portrayal of the times and lifestyles. Al Pacino does a great job with the Tony Montana role.
Today was a good day around the Doss house. Aubree and I hit Walmart early this morning. We got a cart load and had a great time. We hit every aisle at least once and some of them twice. We had to get some containers and paint for my classroom. We had to buy food stuff too. It was a killer trip, but I think we got everything on our list and then some. We did pick up the movie Help for Betty. After our trip, we stopped by and gave it to her. She was so excited. She can't wait to watch the movie. She really loved the book.
We had pigs in a blanket for lunch. Aubree really thought they were cool. She ate the whole thing, which is good for her. She sometimes does not finish her plate and causes great stress at the house. She was a cowgirl all day today. She walked around in her hat and boots with her pink purse. She is a character. For dinner we had a new dish Carbonara. It was fine. Steve at first didn't like it, but he later did. It was a bland dinner, which is just what he needed with his stomach still a little touchy.
He did feel a little better today. He was awake more. He was also out of bed more. It just takes time for the chemo to wear off. He does not have chemo brain near as bad either. I did not coin that phrase. My friend Tom did. It is true. After chemo, Steve sometimes does not focus or remember things he has said or done. It doesn't last too long except since the chemo started, it is harder for him to concentrate. His weight is better. He is still gaining a little. I think after tomorrow, he will be feeling much better. He is off his steroid. His ear is still bothering him a little. I am not sure if he will go back to see Dr. Hinojosa or not. He has an appointment with Dr. P on Friday. It is in the afternoon, so I am taking a half day and going with him. I think we will do some final Christmas shopping and pick up some odds and ends. Last Thursday we were going to get a Honeybaked Ham and forgot. I hope we remember Friday. We love the ham and love to make ham and beans with the last parts and the bone.
I did sew a little today. I am still working on the Christmas present. I figure I should have it done in time to give it. It is turning out alright; it is just time consuming since I have not done this pattern before, and it is not random. I will post some pictures as soon as I am finished because the person I am making it for does not read the blog. I would like to get my Christmas quilt finished too, but I am not sure that is going to happen since I decided to make this present. It really doesn't matter since there is always next Christmas to put it out. You know I always like having projects. Oh, when I was in Walmart today, I picked up some spray paint called Looking Glass. It makes a mirror type coating on the project. I am going to use it to make some "mercury glass". I found the directions online, and I will try it this week. I'll let you know how it turns out. I bought a small, squatty vase to try it on. If it works, I have big plans for making some more.
I am watching Scarface. It is a movie that I like to watch every once in a while. I think it has a few life lessons.
1. Never underestimate the other guy's greed.
2. Don't get high on your own supply.
It is really violent in parts, but I think that would be a realistic portrayal of the times and lifestyles. Al Pacino does a great job with the Tony Montana role.
Saturday, December 10, 2011
Heisman Sataurday
Like I told you in my post yesterday, we had "big plans". Aubree was the first one up in our house. She came upstair looking for Ozark who was hiding in the arrangement on the dining room table. Opa was sleeping in the chair, and she crawled up and watched Animal Planet since Sponge Bob was not on (according to Opa). I woke up and headed to the gym. It was my long, hard day. I did to it all, and I was really proud of myself :) After gym, Opa, Aubree, and I went to the "Crusty Crab" for breakfast. Aubree ate a huge meal. We ran a few errands when we were out and then headed home.
When we got home, Opa rested, and Aubree and I started to wrap Christmas presents. She was the wrapping apprentice. This lasted one package; after that, she was more interested in the empty boxes and took some downstairs to play. I did get all the presents wrapped. I do it a little differently than most. Each person has their own paper, so I don't use name tags. I am the only one that knows the answer to the code. I love it. Our tree looks much better now with all the presents under it. I used the "barf quilt" as the tree skirt. It looks really nice. After the wrapping, it was plan meals for the week time. I looked through a few cookbooks and decided on four dishes. I am sick of the same old things.
When I was finished, it was NAP time. We were watching several basketball games while we napped. We started out watching the Jayhawks beat number 2 Ohio State. We were excited for them (you know the cheering for my conference rule). We did watch the first half of the Mizzou/Navy game. It was what I would call a blowout. We didn't finish the game but switched to the Indiana/Kentucky came. It was the knock-off of the Number 1. It was a really good game. I do however think that Indiana was really hot and Kentucky was really cold. Indiana just outplayed the Wildcats. We did have supper. I made Crockpot stew. Well, I should say Aubree and I made it. She was the dumper and stirrer. She did add a bunch of love, so it was Yummy, yummy, yummy.
Now we are watching the Heisman Ceremony. We usually watch this show. I like seeing all the old winner. I also like to hear the interviews of the candidates. So many of the candidates are good speakers. RGIII just showed the world his Superman socks. RGIII is our pick for this year's trophy. I think we are down to about 15 minutes till they announce. Herb Herbstreet, and announcer that is talking about the players, is wearing my favorite outfit of the night. Herbie has beautiful blue eyes. His shirt and tie really show off the eyes. All of the men at this program are well dressed. The Honeybadger from LSU has the slickest looking suit. It is a shiny gray/silver suit, maybe a little pimpy looking. They are preparing for the announcement of the 77th Heisman Trophy winner. And the winner is......RGIII. Can Steve and I really pick them!!!!
Steve did not feel so well today. His stomach was really bothering him when we got home from breakfast. It was touch and go for quite a while. He said it was really cramping. After his nap, he did feel a little better. He made it all through the ceremony and is now in the bedroom watching Mecum. I think he will be asleep soon. I am watching the Goonies. Love it!!! I can't decide if I want to move off the couch or go and sew. I'm going to give myself several minutes to think about it.
When we got home, Opa rested, and Aubree and I started to wrap Christmas presents. She was the wrapping apprentice. This lasted one package; after that, she was more interested in the empty boxes and took some downstairs to play. I did get all the presents wrapped. I do it a little differently than most. Each person has their own paper, so I don't use name tags. I am the only one that knows the answer to the code. I love it. Our tree looks much better now with all the presents under it. I used the "barf quilt" as the tree skirt. It looks really nice. After the wrapping, it was plan meals for the week time. I looked through a few cookbooks and decided on four dishes. I am sick of the same old things.
When I was finished, it was NAP time. We were watching several basketball games while we napped. We started out watching the Jayhawks beat number 2 Ohio State. We were excited for them (you know the cheering for my conference rule). We did watch the first half of the Mizzou/Navy game. It was what I would call a blowout. We didn't finish the game but switched to the Indiana/Kentucky came. It was the knock-off of the Number 1. It was a really good game. I do however think that Indiana was really hot and Kentucky was really cold. Indiana just outplayed the Wildcats. We did have supper. I made Crockpot stew. Well, I should say Aubree and I made it. She was the dumper and stirrer. She did add a bunch of love, so it was Yummy, yummy, yummy.
Now we are watching the Heisman Ceremony. We usually watch this show. I like seeing all the old winner. I also like to hear the interviews of the candidates. So many of the candidates are good speakers. RGIII just showed the world his Superman socks. RGIII is our pick for this year's trophy. I think we are down to about 15 minutes till they announce. Herb Herbstreet, and announcer that is talking about the players, is wearing my favorite outfit of the night. Herbie has beautiful blue eyes. His shirt and tie really show off the eyes. All of the men at this program are well dressed. The Honeybadger from LSU has the slickest looking suit. It is a shiny gray/silver suit, maybe a little pimpy looking. They are preparing for the announcement of the 77th Heisman Trophy winner. And the winner is......RGIII. Can Steve and I really pick them!!!!
Steve did not feel so well today. His stomach was really bothering him when we got home from breakfast. It was touch and go for quite a while. He said it was really cramping. After his nap, he did feel a little better. He made it all through the ceremony and is now in the bedroom watching Mecum. I think he will be asleep soon. I am watching the Goonies. Love it!!! I can't decide if I want to move off the couch or go and sew. I'm going to give myself several minutes to think about it.
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