Organizing

I had wondered what I could blog about, and today it was pointed out (thanks, Meg!) that I can write about how much I love to organize. Love, love, love. Right now, I am really loving organizing the information I have into binders for school. We have adopted the new PLC way, and with it comes a lot of data, new information, and yes-an excuse to organize.

Nothing makes me happier after a day at work than taking a file of random papers and putting them in nice sheet covers, with tabs, and making a cover for the binder. I now have a nice stack of nicely organized binders--and it makes me happy :). I have even started making binders for my teammates! One of them mentioned that I could get a side job organizing offices, or use it as a back-up career....so, if anyone is in need of an office organizer, I am your gal! Just let me know!

This weekend I will tackle organizing my computer desk/office area. I believe that's the last room in the house I haven't fully gotten to...but I will this weekend! Should I post before and after pictures of the next binder I put together???

Hope everyone has a great night!

Ketchup time!

I haven't dedicated the time to write a blog post about the New Year (we are a whole day in, you know)....so why not do this now?

I love everything low-key. Not dressing up for things, relaxing, sleeping. So New Year's has been this for me for a very long time. In the past I've gone to an early dinner and movie, home and asleep before 10 am. I actually prefer this over the crazy, chaotic, every body's drunk and I lost who I was riding with major party. :) Go figure, right?

This year we were invited over to Joe's house, for a low key night. I loved it....around 10pm everyone was ready to go. We did stay til midnight so we could sip the champagne and hug each other, but soon after we were all on our way home!

Looking back at this past year, I am so happy. Major things happened, but nothing too terrible we couldn't handle. I am excited for what the new year will bring. I like the promise of good things to come, the optimism of life ahead. As I do this, I am reminded of what tomorrow will bring. Be prepared, the following is for me to express and get the sadness out.

I will never forget the day I found my grandpa, lifeless, sitting in his chair. It haunts me sometimes, and I have dreams of him coming back to life and living with me. Maybe this is a hope that he is doing well in his after-life, maybe it's a fear that I am not living up to his expectations. Either way, it's a recurring dream. And I hope it ends soon!

I prefer to remember the happy times; Papa teasing me about the dumb thing I said, Mama giving me a big hug and kiss and always being so loving. I guess it's holidays that do this to people, but tomorrow being a bad day for our family, it just brings it to the surface. I am so lucky to have had the memories and wonderful experiences with my family. I know there are many people out there that aren't as lucky.

To you and your family: enjoy the moments. The little ones. The ones that make you laugh, smile, melt your heart. Take time to be with family. Enjoy it!

This Holiday SeAsOn....

Here is a random post, as my brain tries to slow down from the chaos of this week....

Christmas was held at my sister and her families casa again this year. Good thing they have a big house to hold us all! It was great food, as always, and even better for the memories made this year. I was glad to have Pete and Fran here to enjoy the day with us, and have them stay with me during the holidays!

We also were lucky to have Aunt Michelle and her family join us. Can't believe it's 4 generations already on her side! Also, Tracy and her crew joined us. What great kids she has--so kind, caring, and genuine. It was nice to have everyone together.

Spent the afternoon todaydoing report cards and cleaning up at school, after my double dose of allergy shots. Fun, fun. Glad they're done, but that means school will be approaching again soon. Well, on January 5th :) Lissy will be here tomorrow for a week of fun....or something like that! :) We are heading to Parker to visit her grandparents (Pete and Fran) this weekend, and then back before New Year's Eve...have I ever mentioned that I am not a big fan of NYE? I would so much rather sleep....maybe this year something magical will change my mind. Haha.

Doggies are not fighting anymore...but I haven't given them much chance to be together and go at it. But, they're both safe and nursing them back to health is just not fun. I enjoy spending time with them, though. We have been on walks almost every day and they are both such amazing pups!

Looking forward to next week-hair appointment. There's nothing like a little pampering time to feel good about yourself! Hope everyone has a safe New Year's Eve. Don't be stupid-get a cab if you need it! Or call me to pick you up :)

Here they are!!!

The time has finally arrived...to unveil our fabulous family pics from this year (<---SINCE this stupid blog is being slow, check them out on my facebook page. If you can't view them, let me know).

BIG thanks to Erin Roberts (http://www.photosbyerinleigh.com/) for the amazing pictures. You made us look great. The family was very pleased when they opened up their Christmas gifts and finally got to see them! I think I can say this will continue to be a family tradition each year. Looking back at last years pictures--it's amazing to see how big Abby and Kayla have grown! They are growing like weeds....and get even more adorable as they grow up!

I love the picture of all of our faces really close together. It was a big weird when taking the picture, but I think it turned out really great! I am also beyond thankful that Erin was able to catch a wonderful, and genuine, picture of my dad smiling. He looks so happy and like himself in that picture!

Hunger Games....

Has anyone taken the time to read this series? If not, I highly reccommend it.

Fingers Crossed....

(Note: these are NOT my fingers or my hand. I feel that's important to note here.)

All right, I know I may have said this a time or two...but I don't think I have written down my hope. So here goes. PLEASE, PLEASE let my dogs get along. They cannot fight anymore. This last fight is the last I can physically, emotionally, whatever handle.

There is a guy coming this weekend to work with them. I hope he is able to fix GB's aggression towards Lambeau. I love them both and having to pick one over the other will break my heart. Literally.

Jumping on the bandwagon....

With everyone posting a daily reason for being thankful, I thought I would join in on the fun...but I am going to put EVERYTHING (well, all I can remember at this point) I am thankul. Fasten your seatbelts, folks, this may be a long ride!! Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!

• I am thankful for my family. Each and every one of them. Without their support, kindness, and understanding I would not be the person I am today.


• I am thankful for my upbringing. Watching my parents make it through the tough times and the good times has made me appreciate the little things in life.


• I am thankful for the house I live in. Little things make me happy; each day when I get home from work I am thankful that the smell is still here to remind me of my grandparents...and I hope that never leaves. Makes my heart happy.


• I am thankful for my best friends. Without them, I would be a complete mess! They listen to my ups and downs, they listen when I am super excited or upset, but no matter what, they are always there for me.


• I am thankful for my pups. I know "some" have said I shouldn't have them, but I love each day with them. Especially days like today when I can cuddle with each one and spend lots of time loving them.


• I am thankful for those who made me smile and happy over the years.


• Memories. I love them. I am so thankful to have them.


• I am thankful for the hunting/camping times I have had. The little things, like remembering a fun time with family and all the times around the campfire make a bad day tolerable.


• I am truly thankful for my job. Even on the worst day, I know how hard I worked to get there and how hard I work each day to keep myself prepared.

All right...I think that's it. If I have forgotten anything, I will add it later :)