Archive for May, 2006

The rain, a book and other things

Doing my morning shuffle after rolling out of bed, I heard Randy from the other end of the house call out in typical redneck fashion, “it’s raining like hell!” Somehow, I don’t think it rains in hell but occasionally we do get lucky here. Sleepy-eyed and barefoot, I padded into the kitchen and [...]

Wednesday, May 31st, 2006

Remembrance

I’m so lucky and proud to be an American. Although I don’t believe war is ever the solution or answer, I have the utmost respect and love for those who have sacrificed all to protect our freedom. Today, I will focus and reflect on what it means. Remeber all the men and [...]

Monday, May 29th, 2006

Saturday slump

I’m down in the dumps again today. Yeah, I know. Not again… :boohoo: But that’s just how I’m feeling. I also just got some disappointing news which didn’t help my mood.
After a full day of insanity at work I was too tired to blog yesterday, yet I managed to stay [...]

Saturday, May 27th, 2006

Music is the drug for me

When negativity threatens to take me over, music is the salve for my soul. One of God’s many gifts to us as human beings. This gift has literally saved my life, so I’m especially grateful. My love for this form of escapism is something that has been a part of who I [...]

Thursday, May 25th, 2006

Mornings at the Jones house

Roll out of bed at around 5:30.
Take our water glasses into the kitchen so Willow doesn’t knock them over or drink out of them.
Move Willow’s water and food bowl into the kitchen.
Let Gracie out of Randy’s bathroom.
Move Gracie’s box, food and water back into the office.
Move Willow’s box into the kitchen.
Scoop both boxes if we [...]

Wednesday, May 24th, 2006