Missing in Action

Written Yesterday:

I realized today that I hadn't been on here for a bit. I went to google reader and I had over 250 blog posts to read. ARGH! I've been very crabby at night for some reason and haven't even been on here. Berkley has been so fussy for the last week. I'm not sure what's up with that. I started therapy (not physical - ha!) and I absolutely love my therapist! He is so awesome. We have set several goals and I see him once a week for now. I don't really have any pressing issues, just bouts of depression and such. He really helps me look at things differently. It is really nice!!! I asked him how we could talk about nothing and I could feel so much better. He said that we were talking about things, just slowly.

Today...right now:

I'm sitting here listening to my 20 month old daughter throw the worst tantrum. She's screaming because daddy went outside without her. She's hyperventilating. I don't know what to do with her. I'm going to let her scream it out. As much as I can't stand hearing it, I also just can't give into her. I am sooooo sick of the screaming. Even distracting and offering candy doesn't work. I'm about to lose my cool. I will blog later. Hopefully this will wear her down and she'll sleep.

Fit for a True Southern Belle!

I awoke this Mother's Day morning to a huge surprise!!! When I say NICE, I mean these babies were so expensive, I'm terrified to wear them!!!

Have a look at what my wonderful husband and kiddos did for me!!!

The gold hook closure also has a diamond on each side!!! WHAT?! I couldn't believe my eyes. These are cultured pearls and Greg said they are in the top 30% of all pearls sold!!! I'd believe it after examining the extended warranty which so nicely had the receipt in the folder. I almost felt sick...but so thankful at the same time!!! WOWZA! Pearls are also my birthstone. I am so thankful for my family on this Mother's Day and of course...I'm thankful for my pearls! YAY ME!!!

Mommy is so proud!

Brock has had a bit of trouble with #2 on the potty. He has been terrified and has refused to do that on the potty. While in the bath tonight, I suppose the pain hit him. When I went back into the bathroom, he proclaimed, "MOMMY, I POOPED ON THE POTTY!" Of course I praised him and told him how proud I am of him! He had to call Nana and Papaw, and Granny and Papaw to tell them what he did! Afterward, we made a little chart with the days of the week on it. I made some random boxes and told him that every time he pooped on the potty, he would get a sticker and when the whole chart was filled up, he would get a big prize! We have Thomas the Train reward stickers that I have been holding onto and this is the perfect thing to use them for! Pray it works for us! He's definitely ready...finally! Pee pee on the potty isn't an issue and maybe we are about to tackle the other!

Yay!

Tonsils and Adenoids SUCK

I don't wish a tonsilectomy and adenoidectomy on anyone. Brock will have a few hours where he seems to be doing fine and then he falls apart on us. The surgery went well. He is having major ear pain as well as throat pain. He wants to eat so badly too. Of course, all of the things he isn't supposed to have such as pizza, cookies and crackers. One day at a time. If this night doesn't end soon, I'll lose my mind for sure. I only got 2 hours of sleep last night because he was up and down all night.

I'm pooped. Must pass out now!!!

Life just stinks sometimes...

Not sure how my house or life will be in 6 months. I'm speaking of our "living arrangements." I am not to air my dirty laundry on here but I can tell you that things between me and my husband are not well. I am coping and taking it day by day and focusing on MY children!

On another note:

The kids are doing great! Berkley just cut her 11th tooth! She has 4 on the top front, 4 on the bottom front, a molar on the top right, a molar on the bottom right and the newest molar on the top left! That explains the crabbiness!!! Brock's vocabulary and sentence structure has blossomed the last 2 weeks! He speaks as an adult now with some sentences and words he's using and they are all in the right context!

Well, I just wanted to note her new milestone and speak a little of Brock. Not much to write about because in all actuality...I can't! I was told by Greg that (someone in Greg's fam said) I was not to air the dirty laundry of my family on here...so I'll leave it at that. Contact me should you want to know more details! :-) For the sake of everyone, I'll spare you the rant anyhow!

Much love to you all!

Ed Hardy Shirts & Hudson Jeans!

Okay...so I said I'd never pay an outrageous amount of cash for an Ed Hardy shirt. I decided to try my hand at wearing one (they are generally really tight fitted) and I LOVE THEM! I was lucky enough to find mine on Ebay for a fraction of the price :-). I am now the proud owner of 3 Ed Hardy's and I can't wait to get more! I also now own a pair of Hudson Jeans. I never knew "designer" jeans until now and I understand why people spend the money. They are the best fitting jeans, wash great, look great and feel WONDERFUL! Ahhh...I love them!

For some reason...I'm totally into the punk/skulls/rock n roll look! Hmmm....mid life crisis? Maybe! But I like it!

Cuddle Time

I'm having cuddle time with my baby boy at this very moment. He has his little head on my arm and it is the sweetest feeling ever. These moments are...priceless and I would not trade them for anything in this world! He makes my heart melt.

I love you sweet boy.

Trash Your Dress Photo Shoot and My Sickly Baby Boy

Tiff finally posted some pictures today of our photo shoot. Ya know, the one where I had a Mohawk and runway makeup??!!

Here are a few of the finished product!! I absolutely love them!
















Honestly, I really couldn't believe this was me! Seriously! She must really know Photoshop! My cousin Rose (pictured above) got to see these and she loved them too! We will receive a DVD with all of our pics on them very soon and I can't wait! YEAH!

On a sickly note;Brock has been sick for a couple of days. Finally, Mom and I wrangled him into the doctor (literally). He tested positive for strep (probably the 8th time now) and has an ear infection in his left ear which was probably caused by the strep. He needs to have his tonsils and adenoids out but I can't bring myself to actually take him. The doc said the optimal time is around 4 years of age. I just can't imagine making him get an IV or them having to hold him down to give him the gas to knock him out. He would be terrified. I just can't do it yet...not until the doctor says it is time and it has to happen now. I know in the long run it will be done, just not tomorrow! I had my tonsils out when I was 23 and I was miserable. I actually had 2 surgeries with mine (scabs came off 2 weeks after surgery and I bled and bled and bled and had to have surgery to stop the bleeding.) I know it is better to do it while he is little....I just don't know! This is actually the very first time Brock has ever had an ear infection! Poor baby! He will not take oral meds so we had to get 2 shots...one in each leg. I can tell a drastic difference in him tonight though! Shots are miracles but they really stink while they are happening. It took 4 of us to hold him down...ugh!

Brock just spelled his name! He can write it but has never actually spelled it aloud!!!
B-R-O-C-K!!!!

I'm so proud of him! He is so smart and tries so hard.

Anyhow...it's like 2 days later and I'm finally posting this!

Much love to all,
Crystal

Happy Saturday!

It's Saturday morning and beautiful. Thanks to Kendra for being a faithful reader and commenter on my blog. It's nice to have blog friends seeing as most of my real ones have disappeared. I would really just love to move. I've actually been looking at houses in N. Tennessee. We can get a 4000 square foot home for much cheaper than here in Bowling Green. Either that or we want to move out of this county. So much red tape here and the cost of land and building is outrageous. We are going to be out of this house sometime next year and I can't wait!!! We are busting at the seems here and it is driving me crazy. We are adding on to the kitchen which will go into the garage and putting down new floors. Hopefully this will help raise the value of the home...even though homes aren't selling right now. Maybe next year.


As for my work, I still love it! It's nice having the option to work or to stay home. Makes the decision much better. I'm there because I want to be and not because I have to be. Plus, I have a stress free job for the most part. Not too much responsibility. I don't make much but what I make is mine to spend. I put in my 4 hours and I still have time in the day to do errands, appointments and to do whatever I need to do or want to do with the kiddos. I feel like a working woman and a stay at home mom all in one! I also feel that working half a day and interacting with other adults makes me feel human. I go shopping, I dress up and I feel great about myself when I do it!!! Most of you that know me, know that I LOVE TO SHOP and I can actually say for once that I think I have too many clothes!!! LOL! I'm not the person that doesn't like to wear things more than once...I just have a wide array and great selection! I can't imagine not wearing an outfit more than once. The things that I purchase are things I love and I will hold onto for years. Found a steal of a deal the other day. A dress from Dillard's that had been $120 and I got it for a whopping $35!!! WUHU! Dillard's is my weakness. I try cheap stores and either things don't fit right or they just end up falling apart with wear and I want things to last.


My most recent purchase (as I mentioned previously in another blog) are my absolute favorite!!!! I got a pair of Ugg's. Actually, I got two but have to return one pair because they are too big. They are the most comfortable boots I have ever put my feet into. These are chocolate and I also purchased black ones. I will be returning the black for a size smaller! The best thing is that they keep your feet at body temperature no matter what!!! No sweaty feet like you would think. I would highly recommend that anyone try them out. My friend Sarah has raved about them for years and I finally took her advice and took the plunge. They are pricey but worth every penny!!!


We are watching the new Thomas the Train movie "The Great Discovery" for the 15 millionth time!!! Berkley just went down for a nap (FINALLY) and I have managed to vacuum, dust, sweep, clean the counters....and well, there is much more to do but that's about all the energy I had left! Oh well! It smells great in here though. It is now noon and we are still in our pj's! What's the point of getting dressed and all pretty to clean and get dirty!? Our carpet is totally and completely ruined. It needed to be replaced when we moved in here like 4 years ago and the kids have completely destroyed it. It has stain after stain on it and looks gross. Thankfully the carpet will go soon.

We (me and the kiddos) went to Sarah's yesterday to play with Jacob. We had a ball! Brock is like 3 times the size of Jacob but Jake hangs right in there playing like he is the same age as Brock. They really had a lot of fun. Berkley was mesmerized by Jake. The thought he was the best thing since sliced bread! The funny thing is, they are the same size. He's running and jumping and climbing and is everywhere and Berkley is still walking like a little robot. Jake turned 1 in June so he is older! She was just in complete awe of him! We'll definitely have to go back over and play soon. Thanks Sarah for the unofficial play date. Brock made it clear he wants to come back over!


Brock picked out his Halloween costume yesterday. Of all things, he chose BATMAN! It has the muscular chest on the costume and it's adorable on him. He wore it forever last night and didn't want to take it off!!! I ordered Berkley's last night from www.etsy.com. I have ordered A LOT OF STUFF from that site and I absolutely LOVE it! It's all handmade stuff and is fantastic. Here is a picture of what Berkley is going to wear! I'm a sucker for tutu's. What could be better...a cowgirl tutu dress with a hat!!! I have also ordered Berkley 2 peasant dresses (one is a Halloween print), two pinafores and another pillowcase dress. I got the pillowcase dress on sale for $9.99!!! I couldn't believe it! That site is amazing. It makes me wish I could sew!


Anyhow, I hope you ALL have a lovely day. I have to get up again and do more stuff! I think I'll make lunch now! I believe some mac and cheese is in order!

Much love,
Crystal

I noticed something...I repeat myself a lot. I will write something in a blog and have already mentioned it in the previous blog...ah, the brain of a mother! What's that called? Momnesia!

Summer Gala

I was invited by one of our attorney's at Kentucky Legal Aid, Friday night to a Summer Lights Gala to benefit the Barren River Area Child Advocacy Center here in Bowling Green. One of our attorneys at work had an extra ticket because her husband could not attend because they didn't have a babysitter. BRACAC is an organization that specializes in investigating, treating and support for children of sexual abuse as well as family support. It is a great organization and many many families have and do use their services.

I had an excellent time with Rebecca. I met many people such as doctors, nurses, attorneys...and the list goes on. The dress was cocktail/casual so of course I went to buy a new dress and shoes. Thank goodness for TJ Maxx. I was able to get a dress for a little less than $30.00 which was short, black and the back was cut a little low. My shoes were leopard print ($34.99) and my black clutch was $7.99. All proceeds from the fundraiser and silent auction, every single penny, went to help a child or the family.

I'll post more later.

Love to you all,
Crystal

Insomnia

I can't sleep
I nod in the chair
Wishing I could get some air
Need some rest
Need a break
I think its these new hormones I take
I wish I could sleep just one night through
Until Greg gets home, that's something I can't do
Coffee helps and that's about it
I sit and drink and sip a bit
Tooth picks I'll use, I'm about to pry open my eyes
I am so sleepy, till next time, goodbye!

Probably juvenile poetry but it just came out. LOL!

Inspired by Danielle's Blog

I was inspired by Danielle's blog to list some of the things I'm thankful for. I know that I will forget to mention many things but these are just some that come to mind at this moment.

1. I'm thankful for my wonderful husband. Yes, we have our moments as all couples do but I'm thankful that he is in my life. He is truly my prince charming and it is God's work and fate that actually brought us together to be a married couple after so many years of friendship.

2. I'm thankful that Greg gave me my two perfect and beautiful children. Both of which are miracle babies. After many surgeries for female problems, I had two perfect children that I was once told I probably wouldn't have.

3. I am thankful to be a mother. All my life I wanted to have babies, ever since I was a small child. It is the hardest job I've ever had but the best job. I feel so privileged to have these two little darlings in my life.

4. I'm thankful for my family. I don't know where I would be without them today. My mother is like my best friend and I can share ANYTHING with her. My granny has helped me and been there for me also, throughout my whole life guiding me and holding my hand. I am very dependant on my family for their support and their unconditional love. I am very thankful for my dad who provided my mom and me with a wonderful life, beautiful home and anything and everything we ever wanted for. Even though it may get on my nerves sometimes, I am thankful that my family lives so close and they are within a 5 mile radius should I ever need an extra hand or support.

5. I'm thankful for my extended family also. I never had a close relationship with my first cousin, Rose until last year. She has went through some rough times and THANK GOD, she is recovering. For the first time in our lives, we are like best friends and I thank God that she is here with us, is happy, healthy as her two children are too.

6. I am thankful for my job. I have been blessed with such a great job. I am thankful that I only have to work part-time and in all actuality I don't have to work at all because Greg has provided everything and anything we've ever needed.

7. I am thankful for my friends. My friends are my lifeline for many types of things that I personally have to have fulfilled and only they can do.

8. I am thankful that my 4 year old is so incredibly smart! He amazes me every single day with the things he says and does. He is so affectionate, loving, caring, gentle and he is still that rough and tough little boy. He always wants to make people happy and tries very hard at anything he attempts to do. I am thankful for his will and his unconditional love. I am thankful for those little moments when he hugs me and kisses me and says, "I love you mommy, pumpkin pie!"

9. I am thankful that God has provided my family with a wonderful business that continues to provide for us. Owning your own business is a stressful and I'm thankful that we have all made it through, even the rough times.

10. I am thankful for little Berkley. I'm thankful that her kidney continues to heal on it's own and that she has not required any surgery. I am thankful that I made it through the pregnancy with her without losing my mind from the worry and stress of "what could be wrong." I am thankful that she continues to grow and flourish. I love it when she puts her hands on my cheeks and leans with her mouth wide open to give me a kiss. I am thankful for the moments such as last night, when I was lounging on the couch and she came up and rested her head beside mine. I pulled her up on the couch and she lounged with me and snuggled until she fell asleep.

11. I am thankful for everything in my life, big or small. For the little moments and the big; for those instances that take your breath away or the ones that make you cry. Good or bad, it is all a part of our plan. I am thankful to be alive and it is a privilege to live my life.

That's all folks.

Healing

I am healing very well I think. The thing that bothers me the most is my rib cage and lungs.

My last surgery.

I tried my hardest to keep from having to go back "under the knife." This morning at 7:10, I'm having my last ovary out...then no more girly parts. It's been 6 months since my last surgery and it seems like the pain comes back every 6 months so my doctor and I decided the ovary had to go. What does this mean? I'm not sure. I know it may mean hormones which I'm not jazzed about taking anyway but I know it's best for me and my health. My body is still producing endometriosis as long as I have an ovary that makes estrogen. I thought removing the uterus would take care of that but apparently I'm one of those people with the different kind of endo.

Anyhow...prayers for me this morning would be greatly appreciated.

Much love,
Crystal

COMPUTER LUCK AND A WORKING GAL WITH ONE OVARY

I took my computer back to Best Buy a couple of weeks ago because of the mishap with the water. I didn't mention the water by the way. Horrible I know but I didn't want to have to pay another 800.00 for another one. I had not heard anything from HP and since it was still under the manufacturers warranty, I went online to check the status to see if they would even fix it. It said that it was being repaired so I called my local Best Buy to make sure they were going to fix it like it said since I had not gotten a call back like they said. The Geek Squad dude said that actually I was eligible for a REPLACEMENT!!! WOWZA! I was in complete shock. I hopped in the car and drove all the way into Bowling Green for the new one. I got there and they didn't have the same kind and were going to try to ship me one. I explained that I drove 25 miles and that I wanted a computer now. After checking in their system, they said they could give me one that was comparable because actually they do not make them like mine anymore. Don't make it anymore??? I just bought it in June! They had another one that was just like mine but it was a special metallic penny/copper/red color and was $100 more only because of the special color. I asked him if I could get that one even though it was more. The dude looked at me like I was crazy and I said..."okay, I'll purchase the extended warranty if you give me this one." He went to his manager and everything was a-go! I had planned on purchasing the warranty anyway and now I have an even more awesome laptop! It's soooo pretty! YEAH! 2 years of accidental coverage! That's what I'm talking about! WUHU! Dropped, spilled, issues and it's all covered for 2 years! WHOOPIE!

I completed my first full week of work yesterday. I absolutely LOVE it! The people are so nice and helpful. They call me part of the family now and it's so nice. Most law offices I've worked with have had very little staff and actually I was usually the only person working in the whole office. To have people all around me is so nice! They complimented me all week and said I was doing a great job! I thanked my HR lady again for such a nice week and told her I loved it. She told me that it was nice to have someone that cared so much for the job, that wanted to do it right and that I was doing an excellent job! Yeah for Crystal! Score! I love being part-time. Our office opens at 8:30 a.m. and I get off work at 12:48 p.m. It's 12:48 because the other receptionist and I are to have the exact same hours. I'm hoping in the future that I am able to move to a full-time position and am able to utilize my Paralegal experience and education! The pay isn't bad for a full-time position either. They pay all full-time people salary -- with benefits! I really think for one time that I have found my calling. I love to help people and this is the perfect aspect of law for me. They handle a lot of family law which I absolutely love. They also service 35 counties in Kentucky (ours is the biggest office and is the main office of the KLA) so there is lots of work to be done.

I really like being out of the house. 4 hours go by so quickly its almost like I just went out on a shopping trip. Brock likes to sleep late so he is asleep for a good majority of the time I'm at work. We haven't really told him that I'm working. Granny was talking about it one day and he seemed unhappy and said that "mommy stay home with me." He thinks that work means how daddy works. Gone all week, home only for a few days! So, I've been mentioning to him when I get home that mommy had to just go to work for a little bit. He always says, "mommy, you come back. You came back mommy. Oh, I missed you. I'm so sorry I lost you." He freaked out at the beauty pageant his sister was in because I was on stage and then gone, on stage then gone. He thought I left him and that he lost me. I'm not so sure what this separation anxiety is. Is it because daddy is now working out of town? Any suggestions is greatly appreciated. I don't know what I'm going to do when it comes time for school next year. (Actual Kindergarten) The Big Red School called and asked if I was interested in a slot and I said yes. I haven't heard anything back from them yet. All of the good pre-schools are full by now. I was told to check a couple by one of our attorneys at work. I just don't know. I know he needs to go, I'm just so freaked out by it. I like Big Red School but I just don't agree with some things and the feeling I get from it. I know they are great educators, no question about that, I just think he needs a little one on one time with a teacher.

Great news! As I have been working on this blog (all day) I received a call from a pre-school. It was suggested to me by an attorney at work. She said her daughter blossomed and became so confident and comfortable in the program. It is called Pre-school Learning Center and is at the Presbyterian Church in downtown Bowling Green. They offered me a slot! Monday, Wed. and Friday from 9am to 1:30 p.m. He would spend lunch with his friends there but wouldn't be there too long. All of the educators are certified to teach. There is a cirriculum but the best part is that there are only 10 kids in his class plus 1 teacher and 1 aide. They get more one on one time. They will learn to write with Writing without Tears, do crafts, music, science, etc. They follow the school schedule of the Bowling Green City Schools. Brock and I go on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. to tour the school!!! YEAH! I'll let you know how it goes!

I have to go...I'm done with this blog...for now anyway.

Job

I had a great first day at work. It's just half a day so I still get the mommy time!

I've decided that I'm tired of caring about people that care nothing for me. You would think that someone you have been friends with forever would at least invite you and your kids to your child's birthday party as you always invite them to your children's stuff. Makes no sense to me. I'm so tired of caring about people that care nothing for me!!! SICK SICK SICK of it! I've had to deal with this on more than one occasion. Those people mean nothing to me anymore. No more phone calls from me, no more contact. If they feel like caring about me one day then they know how to get into touch with me and they will be LUCKY if I answer the phone.

Lordy Lordy, I'm tired...OH and I have GREAT NEWS!

I haven't hardly slept all night...thanks Berkley. :-) It's 2:55 a.m. and I'm not even going to bother going to bed. I've slept a little but not nearly enough. Running on pure adrenaline right now and I'm sure right about daylight, I'll crash!

I HAVE GREAT NEWS!!!

I went for a job interview on Monday. Everyone asks me...you are a stay at home mom, why would you want to work if you don't have to. That is a misconception. I do need a little income for myself. I want my own money to spend how I please, so even a part-time job would be great. I have been a stay-at-home mom off and on for four years and honestly, I want some adult interaction. I LOVE to be home with the kids but a part-time job would do us all some good. Plus, I would have adult interaction...haha. Did I mention that already???

I interviewed at Kentucky Legal Aid on Monday for a receptionist position. Light duties, phones, mail, and since I'm an actual Paralegal and have experience in that area, they will give me more things to do. There is always room to advance after time too. I played phone tag with the lady on Tuesday and we didn't get into touch with one another. I actually had another interview lined up for yesterday at 2:00 p.m. with a bank. At 1:30, I received a call from Legal Aid and she said there was one problem with the job. The schedule had changed to the morning shift (8:30 to 12:45) and wanted to know if that was okay. OF COURSE, I told her and she offered me the position. I think I screamed in her ear! I told her I was very excited and happy and she said she was very happy to have me working there and was happy that I was so happy! So, it's only 4 hours a day...I'll be done around lunch time and it still gives me plenty of time for any kind of appointments and activities with the kids! I go in for paperwork on Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. and start Monday morning!!! Kentucky Legal Aid serves low income families mainly in family law and services 35 counties in Kentucky. It is an excellent organization and I'm very proud to be a part of it. They have such a NICE and BEAUTIFUL office also!

Brock overheard us talking about working and job interviews and he promptly told granny that he doesn't want mommy to work and that I need to stay home. Brock's perception of work is what his daddy does. On the road and not home all week and then home on the weekends. I believe he is afraid that mommy will leave for a week and come home for a few days and do the same all over again. The great thing is, he loves to sleep late so I'll be home from work when he is still lounging around.

I got a call from pre-school yesterday wanted to know if I wanted him on the wait list to be considered for fall placement (Big Red School at WKU). I told them sure. It makes me SICK to think that next year at this time he will be starting KINDERGARTEN. I have a friend and her son starts on Tuesday. She's so distraught about it, she took Monday and Tuesday off. One thing about her son though, he's been in daycare since he was a baby so he is used to being away from her. My child on the other hand, freaks out when he doesn't know where I am. Brock doesn't do that all the time but he goes through spells where he thinks he lost me and he'll say, "Mommy, I so sorry I lost you."

Greg is playing in ANOTHER golf tournament this weekend...UGH. Sounded good the other day but now I realize he will be gone the whole weekend pretty much. The ONLY good thing is that the country club is having a dinner and dance for participants in the tournament on Saturday night! WUHU! He mentioned that and I promptly replied, "sure, you can do it!!!" I love getting dressed up and I LOVE to dance.

My ex-boss...don't get me started on him...has been a member at the club for many years. I haven't ran into him, THANK GOD, but Greg sees him all the time on the course. Apparently (and my friend that works in his office told me this) his wife saw me at the clubhouse, came into the office and ran and told him and he saw Greg and I in the dining room eating one evening. He told Michelle that he just "couldn't believe it." I know he thinks we aren't good enough and that we don't have enough money to join but the fact of the matter is, I'm sure we make a ton more than he does and he's an attorney!!! I saw his sister-in law in Wal-Mart the other day. I said hello to her and reminded her who I was and she said she knew me but couldn't place me. I told her that I'd had a little girl and she couldn't believe it has been a year and a half since I'd been working for him. I told her that he fired me the day after I found out I was pregnant with Berkley and she said she didn't know he fired me. I told her that he did, that I wasn't afraid to say that and that somethings in life are truly blessings in disguise! I'm just hoping that I can get a good, fresh start on this new position and hopefully erase those bad times in my life. I didn't get let go because of my performance. I was always praised for performance. He was a collections attorney and I completely brought in 5 times the amount of money than his previous secretary. I call her a secretary because she was nothing more than that. I had health issues...ovary removed, endometriosis surgery and an extra sinus cavity removed while I worked for him. I realize it put him in a horrible position because I was the only one that worked for him but those were things that I could not control. Thankfully, those issues are resolved with a partial hysterectomy last December. I have one lonely ovary hanging out in there. I know, too much information!

Anyhow, I've rambled on enough! Have a great day everyone. I hope I make it through without collapsing!

Love,

C

Brickyard 400 - Indianapolis Motor Speedway

We had lots of fun at the race. I resemble a lobster (gotta love the sun) but it seems to be going in pretty well. It was a long day but well worth the tickets we were given ($90.00 each). It was nice to sit in the shade right in front of the pits!

Brickyard Bound

It's 3:42 a.m. and I'm up. Have to start getting ready to leave! Indy is about 5 hours north of us and is an hour ahead...so! I'm wearing my dry cotton shorts (they absorb moisture) because I know it will be hot as heck!!! No makeup...because it will melt off and a tank that I don't mind spilling a little beer on. Or Jack Daniels. Not because I'll be drinking it but it never fails that the awesome pack of rednecks that are sitting behind you will spill it on you! I'm not saying anything bad about rednecks because that is my heritage but I'm sure it will be amusing!!! Never a dull moment at Nascar! Definitely looking forward to the covered seats at the start/finish line! I'm hoping to catch a glance of Kasey Kahne! WUHU!!!

Well, I should probably chug my cup of coffee and get ready for the road. We are driving Greg's new truck! I have DVD's packed and ready so Mom and I have some entertainment in the back!

Much love to all and I'm sure I'll have some interesting pics to post!

C

BTW, where has Guitar Hero been all this time??? I knew my life was missing a little something and that was it. I am completely and totally addicted! Even though I can't play anything above EASY mode! HA! We decided to go ahead and purchase it yesterday and it's a blast!!!

Beep Beep! Vroom Vroom!

The Envoy is gone! WHOOPIE! Goodbye! I loved that SUV, don't get me wrong...BUT, I don't miss filling up the tank! I LOVE whizzing around corners in a car and being able to park easily!

Greg and I went to Gary Force Honda yesterday with the intention of getting a 2nd car and we ended up getting rid of our Envoy and got 2 vehicles. I got a Gold 2007 Chevrolet HHR LT. I absolutely love it. It has every option on it you can think of and even leather interior and remote start! YEAH! It resembles a PT Cruiser...but IT'S NOT! (I had a million peeps say yesterday that it looks like PT Cruiser...ugh) Very different I promise. It had one owner, an older gentleman that hardly drove it. It even has the new car smell. It will be 1 year old in August and has 18,000 miles on it. Just like brand new. I will also post pics of the inside as soon as it stops sprinkling rain.

This is not my license plate...lol! Seriously! I would have blacked it out but it's not mine. Will have another one on Monday!

Greg finally has his truck! He has a 2006 GMC Sierra (4 door pickup) Heavy Duty. It is silver. Loaded with every option, even a DVD player for the kiddos. He loves it and it is very nice! I will post pics as soon as he gets home. He's probably out driving around! (Just kidding.)

We were both tired of having to share a car. Even though he works out of town and is home only 3 days a week, one of us would always end up stuck at home. The crazy thing is, our payments are only a little more on 2 vehicles than the one payment on the Envoy. The truck isn't very great on gas but like I said, he will only be driving it for 3 days unless I decide to take it out for a spin!!!

I've never had leather seats. Anyone have any words of wisdom on treating them and cleaning them? I have car seats so should I buy seat covers to put under them? Do I need to condition them? Help! I really have no clue when it comes to them. There are no flaws in the seats and I'd like to keep it that way! Any suggestions on products?

You'll be seeing more pics soon.

Much love to you all,

Crystal