High 5 (finally) Friday....

A busy week, but not really anything worth blogging about. I did receive my first BIRCHBOX this week and was very excited to be part of that group. I was a little disappointed in their selection of items, but I will give it time. Check it out... https://www.birchbox.com/
I learned about the BB from one of my daily reads at http://www.thesmallthingsblog.com/


1. One of the least favorite and probably never use (unless I use for a Halloween costume) is DESIGNER EYELINER. These are stick on eyeliners in various shapes and forms. I'm a simple girl - I will stick with just the straight line ( boring - I know)
2. The next least favorite item was SHOWSTOPPERS. These are to help hide, conceal, whatever "something" from showing (boobies) I don't wear anything that I would need to have STOPPED, so I don't look to use these at any time.

3.Travel Puff, make-up removal...this will go great in my stand-by travel stuff. Ready to travel.....
4. VIVA LA JUICE parfume. Again, I am a simple girl. I LOVE Estee Lauder Pleasures (the original formula) and don't plan on anything more "juicy"...
5. The best for last. A tiny little JOUER pink lipstick. Now this - I like. It will be a great color for spring and I might even have to order a full size.

HAPPY FRIDAY EVERYONE !!

Happy Birthday Chad

Today my oldest Chad, turns 34 years old!

His dad and I are so proud of the man he has become.

Our son, Chad is a wonderful blessing, a treasure from above. He’s laughter, warmth and special charm; He’s thoughtfulness and love

Our son, Chad brings a special joy that comes from deep inside. And as he grows to manhood, he fills your heart with pride.

With every year that passes, he’s more special than before. Through every stage, through every age, we love him even more.

No words can describe the warm memories, the pride and gratitude, too. That comes from having a son to love and to cherish…just like you!

Love, Mom & Dad

H5F

One of my favorite times of the week is when I get to share my week. What a week it has been. All Valentine theme, all week!!

1. First hubby and I enjoyed an awesome time on Saturday at a Valentine Dinner and Dance with my bestest friend from high school and her husband, Richard and Teresa.

We had some great food, a little two-stepping and amazing fellowship with our new venture, members of the Moose Lodge.

Teresa and Richard got me the balloon and my sweet husband bought me a rose!



2. We had our first snow of the season. Well, SNOW might be a stretch, but anything white that falls from the sky in Texas - we consider SNOWFALL. Of course I had to include this picture!!

3. The cold weather and the SNOW lent itself to our first fire in the woodstove of the season. MMMMMMMMMMM...the smell of a great fire !

4. I miss all my g-babies and I got a wonderful surprise from the kiddos in Maryland. I love getting mail from my g babies - anytime and in any form !

5. My kitchen remodel. It is looking amazing. Finished the cabinets, countertop and sink. The floor had to be ordered and hopefully we can get started on that this weekend (hubby can't wait for that project!)

The east wall that looks over into the dining/living area

This is coolest, a soap dispensar built in!!

The NEW kitchen sink and counter!!

The west wall. This counter use to be an "L" shape - we straighten it out

Happy V Day !!

Ever wonder where Valentine's Day comes from?

Fear no more............from the Wikipedia know all

Saint Valentine's Day, often simply Valentine's Day,^[1][2][3] is a holiday observed on February 14 honoring one or more early Christian martyrs named Valentinus. It was first established by Pope Gelasius I in 496 AD, and was later deleted from the General Roman Calendar of saints in 1969 by Pope Paul VI. It is celebrated in countries around the world, mostly in the West, although it remains a working day in all of them.
The day first became associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. By the 15th century, it had evolved into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards (known as "valentines").^[1][3]
Modern Valentine's Day symbols include the heart-shaped outline, doves, and the figure of the winged Cupid. Since the 19th century, handwritten valentines have given way to mass-produced greeting cards.^[4]

H5F....

1. GIRLS RULE - I play a friendly wagering game with some of my favorite people during the football season....son's, husband, brother, friends of brother, co-workers, co-workers son, daughter-in-law, father out-law....it's a friendly game until the winner is declared. Then, not so much. I took the lead early and never looked back.......this year - yours truly BEAT ALL THE BOYS...who knows her football - this girl !!

$240.00 smack a roooooosss ! Can't wait for next year !

2. PURPLE is my favorite color. I found this polish and it rocks...had my toes done yesterday

 OH YEAH !!

3. TOMS shoes - love them! Got my first pair couple of years ago from my kids - a red pair! Love, love, love them! Soooooooooooooo - when I saw where TOMS was coming out with a BALLET FLAT - I got so excited. Ordered a black pair - basic - goes with everything.

 Got them in the mail Weds.,

wore them to work Thursday,

returning them on Friday.

So disappointed. They rub 4 blisters on my feet....so I will be going back to the classic.......

4. New office.....finally settled in - and well worth the wait

5. And the kitchen remodel continues...my husband is doing a fantastic job.......NEW SINK and faucet.....

HAPPY FRIDAY EVERYONE  !!







I've earned this...

I have been in my current job for 23+ years. I have had 3 different positions, currently I am the police dispatcher and I LOVE IT ! I am on my 4th boss....so far he is the best! This office has moved to 3 different buildings and within those buildings I moved 7 times.
The last move was a week ago. This is my 8th desk/office/space/cubby hole.....and this is where I hope to spend my last remaining time. Techinically I can retire next August - that is a scary thought.

Haven't really decided if that is what I will do.

There are lots of  "if, ands or butts" to think about.

My husband won't be retiring - but in his profession, he pretty much can work anywhere in the great state of Texas and we have plans on moving down to the hill country.

time will tell....

This is my forner office...I lived here for 6 years.....Number 7 of  8 offices

Note the pink cabinets....no window and I could only turn my chair in one direction.

I am sure had the fire department come by they would have declared it a public hazard!!

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This is my new office. It is beautiful, twice as big, has a HUGE window with a view of downtown

.......and if I so desire - I can spin in all different direction in my chair.

Of course, I am way to busy to be playing.....

This is where I hope to spend my last years.........keeping my fingers crossed !!

5 things I love about ME...

Taking a great idea from another of my fav bloggers, http://www.lovelylittlethingsblog.com/ to stop and smell the roses and to write down 5 things "I love me because"
.......simple, right? NOT............but here goes...

1. I love me because I am incredibly loyal. If you are my friend, I will stick by you, I will support you, I will be there for you. I might not agree with a decision you make, but if you feel strongly - I'm there.

2. I love me because I have a huge heart. I tend to want to help anyone, human and animal.

3. I love me because I am a Texan, through and through. I love everything about Texas and being a Texan. Don't mess with Texas and don't mess with me.

4. I love me because I love the little things. I am not a materialistic person. I don't need fancy cars, houses, clothes, etc. to be happy. I don't require gifts to be your friend. I just want people to be themselves and take me for who I am.

5. Maybe last but not least.......I love me because I love my amazing family. They are the best and God has blessed me with them.

What are 5 things you love about you?

High Five for Friday

It's Friday....................

1. I love black and white...it goes with everything. I found these at Wal-Mart. I know...paper plates, really??????.....but with just my husband and myself......enough said.

2. This makes a body feel so good! (gotta love the background !!)









              
  Progress in the kitchen.................looking good !!
                                                                                    

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.........Before 

After......

5. I am not much of a reader, but I discovered this book from another bloggers H5F. I downloaded to my IPad......and it is such a good read...can't wait to finish it and for the next book....

                                                     

LoVe iS In ThE AiR !!

Feb. 1...I "love" the month of February. I love the color red ! I love that my oldest son, Chad and my oldest grandaughter, Jaycee (his oldest too) were both born in February! A month of love...
These are from one of my daily blog reads....   http://www.lovelylittlethingsblog.com/

Here are few things I will be doing this month....

 Yum Yum

Now this is the kind of sushi I am talking about........

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How cute is this??? I read this blog daily too and she has amazing ideas.....

looks like a great family project......check out her blog for a tutorial

http://blissfulanddomestic.blogspot.com/

Happy February Everyone !!

High Five Friday

It's that time again....
1. First of all....A big thank you to God...we were blessed with much needed rain this week, according to our rain guage, 7 inches.....today, the sun is shining and in the low the mid 60's....what a beautiful day in the neighborhood

2. Several months ago we had a water leak from our dishwasher that leaked under our floors....needless to say, the floor has to be replaced and while we are in the process of tearing the floor up I decided to remodel and replace (my husband just loves it when I come up with this great things for him to do on his days off!!)
.....this is the beginning...wish me - well my husband - good luck..he works so hard and does such an amazing job...love love love him!!!


3. I love bracelets and love silver...this I found at ABC distributing, they stretch and are so comfortable.  I wear them ALOT....

4. To help me stay motivated to walk daily...these are so comfy from OLD NAVY.



5.  Travel plans for trips to see my sons', daughter in laws and those precious g-babies have been made and finalized. Can't wait. San Antonio in February and Maryland in March....

Have a Great Weekend !!

Make a gift on the 25th....

I got this idea from a blog that I read daily...this girl has got it going on. What a great idea to start now, making gifts for December 25th....a gift on the 25th for the 25th....

here is her link......you won't be sorry you checked her out!

http://blissfulanddomestic.blogspot.com/

I am off to shop for Christmas socks....

The Girls

Sam and Cappy

MY "animal" Girls......love these precious girls and they love me back - unconditionally!!

Cappy

Sam (short for Samantha)

She isn't spoiled much.......

She is very relaxed.....she snores too! LOUD !!

And last, but not least...Stoney, she is so lovable.......