Not MY blog of course, but some other ones.
Now, I can 99.9% guarantee that this does not apply to anyone that reads this blog. The blogs I am talking about are "super" blogs. Way too popular for me to think the author reads my tiny blog.
That being said, I am over some of them. Seriously. They were funny at first, but after 100 of the exact same posts, I am over it. It's like they have a formula. A post was popular once, so they try it again, replacing single words.
Example:
M- The kids were bad tonight. I'm gonna drink a bev. She's my good friend.
T- Uh oh. Kids are home from school with a hurricane. Better have a bev.
W- It's time for a bev and a Valium.
My thoughts- You are a bad parent. And you have hair issues.
Or
M- Look at my outfit
T- Look at my outfit
W- Look at my outfit
My thoughts- Your outfits are ugly. Your pictures are weird.
Or
M- Oh glory! I did something zany and wacky today. And I took pictures.
T- The kids are so zany! Look at these 9000 pictures
W- Oh glory! What a zany Wednesday!
My thoughts- Your zanieness was fun at first. Now I am pretty sure you use the same 10 word set in every post.
You know what I'm saying? I'm just over it.
You better tell me if I get stuck in a rut!
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Oh No She Didn't
Here I go again. Making you slap your head and say that sassy little phrase. The topic this time? Gays in the military. Oh yes. That's right. Even if you don't agree, I do ask that you read, and I will do my best not to use the phrase "wacko commie hippie liberal." Okay?
One large aspect of Obama's first 100 days that is being discussed in the repealing of Clinton's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. The reports say he plans to allow gays to openly serve in the military. Many people (mistakenly) think that this means gays will now be allowed to serve. On the contrary, this has always been possible. As of now, however, they are not allowed to talk about their orientation of choice. What a cross to bear. They can't even wear a rainbow flag patch. Torture. Also, it is not like we do not already know who is and isn't homosexual, we just don't discuss it. I see several Lesis at the gym, and taken care of by a special male nurse. Does this make them any worse at their job than a heterosexual military member? Of course not. However, it need not be a topic of office conversation.
While thinking further into the ramifications of this possible policy, I started thinking about my role as a dependent. As a spouse/dependent I receive full medical privileges and more. My husband receives more in housing and utilities because we are married. What then, does one say to a gay couple who was legally wed in Massachusetts? Will the "spouse" of the military then be offered benefits? Would that not be recognition by the federal government of a legal gay marriage? Although the ability to legalize gay marriage belongs to the state, an entirely new level is reached when one asks the federal government to do so as well.
Should the military choose not to recognize these unions, then what may I ask is the point of this policy? You can have a boyfriend and talk about your private life with others, but your "life partner" status means nothing to us and you will get no additional benefits. Make sense? Yeah, I didn't think so either.
To add to this possible train wreck, you have the military climate in general. Is it truly safe for someone to discuss one's "deviant" sexual preferences in a climate that breeds disdain for anything different than the norm? I promise you the first time a round of butt darts is mentioned, someone will be hurt.
Oh, President Obama, there is so much more than you could ever realize that would go into your Commie liberal progressive policies.
Can't they just leave well enough alone?
One large aspect of Obama's first 100 days that is being discussed in the repealing of Clinton's "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy. The reports say he plans to allow gays to openly serve in the military. Many people (mistakenly) think that this means gays will now be allowed to serve. On the contrary, this has always been possible. As of now, however, they are not allowed to talk about their orientation of choice. What a cross to bear. They can't even wear a rainbow flag patch. Torture. Also, it is not like we do not already know who is and isn't homosexual, we just don't discuss it. I see several Lesis at the gym, and taken care of by a special male nurse. Does this make them any worse at their job than a heterosexual military member? Of course not. However, it need not be a topic of office conversation.
While thinking further into the ramifications of this possible policy, I started thinking about my role as a dependent. As a spouse/dependent I receive full medical privileges and more. My husband receives more in housing and utilities because we are married. What then, does one say to a gay couple who was legally wed in Massachusetts? Will the "spouse" of the military then be offered benefits? Would that not be recognition by the federal government of a legal gay marriage? Although the ability to legalize gay marriage belongs to the state, an entirely new level is reached when one asks the federal government to do so as well.
Should the military choose not to recognize these unions, then what may I ask is the point of this policy? You can have a boyfriend and talk about your private life with others, but your "life partner" status means nothing to us and you will get no additional benefits. Make sense? Yeah, I didn't think so either.
To add to this possible train wreck, you have the military climate in general. Is it truly safe for someone to discuss one's "deviant" sexual preferences in a climate that breeds disdain for anything different than the norm? I promise you the first time a round of butt darts is mentioned, someone will be hurt.
Oh, President Obama, there is so much more than you could ever realize that would go into your Commie liberal progressive policies.
Can't they just leave well enough alone?
Saturday, January 24, 2009
It's The Thought That Counts
Well, I THOUGHT about doing a video blog for Fashion Friday. Then, I thought more about it and realize I shouldn't introduce my fashion expertise to the world on a bad hair day. Then, I thought I would rather lay in bed all day today than fix my hair. Maybe tomorrow?
To keep you entertained:
-Please notice only one of my sneaky (although not the sneakiest) called out readers responded to my post yesterday. Thank you Allison. You know I love you. :)
-Ponder why people might come to my blog by searching:
jordanandcaseyclark.blogspot (I mean, are you really too lazy to type the .com?)
casey clarke loser (You are a loser! Spell my name right!)
casey is a loser (Whatever. My mom says I'm cool.)
cheating husband korea (Which one of you was trying to find the blog I mentioned?)
what purpose does cheating ever serve for the good of ones wife and life (Issues? Maybe?)
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Isn't it Ironic
It's funny the people I see every day, the people I know, who read my blog but pretend they don't. People from work, people from the spouses' group, people from home.
I see you. I know you are reading.
So, why not comment? Or at least talk to me about the things I post instead of chatting it up with others.
The people I am talking to KNOW me, and know I am not afraid to tell you what is on my mind, all you have to do is ask.
So come out of the closet- Brooke, Meredith, Stephanie, Krystal, Allison, Denise, and oh so many more. :)
(In my head you are now going, "Oh no she didn't!" But she did, she totally did.)
I see you. I know you are reading.
So, why not comment? Or at least talk to me about the things I post instead of chatting it up with others.
The people I am talking to KNOW me, and know I am not afraid to tell you what is on my mind, all you have to do is ask.
So come out of the closet- Brooke, Meredith, Stephanie, Krystal, Allison, Denise, and oh so many more. :)
(In my head you are now going, "Oh no she didn't!" But she did, she totally did.)
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Honesty is the Best Policy...Sometimes
Yeah for getting tagged for this! I am not gonna lie, I was TOTALLY waiting for it. Thanks DAR! So, here we go...
The rules are as follows:
1) Choose a minimum of 7 blogs that you find brilliant in content or design.
2) Show the 7 winners names and links on your blog, and leave a comment informing them that they were prized with "Honest Scrap." Well, there's no prize, but they can keep the nifty icon.
3) List at least 10 honest things about yourself.
And the 10 things you always wanted to know are...
1. I have no patience for incompetent people. None. This includes those incompetent about fashion. The waiter at Chili's with the 90's butt cut drives me insane.
2. I LOVE reading. Seriously love it. I get so upset when I am unable to read at night. I am choosing a new book this evening and I can't wait!
3. I am SUPER conservative when it come to politics. I think that most people in my generation have no idea what they are, and this bothers me. Particularly those who proclaim to be "very" liberal and Christian. Not possible.
4. I talk for (and to) my cat. He has a tiny little (sometimes southern) voice, and a bit of a potty mouth.
5. I like Jen Lancaster's books very much. I like her because she writes down everything I say in my head.
6. I eat Burger King ALL the time. I don't just get a cheeseburger either, I get a double cheeseburger with a king size fry. And I eat it all.
7. I read Perez Hilton everyday. And I enjoy it.
8. I didn't see a person of color (any color) until I was in elementary school. She was my sister's friend, and I just assumed her skin was darker because it was dirty.
9. I wasn't allowed to watch Full House, MTV, Punky Brewster, The Simpsons, or anything else remotely "bad." No R rated movies until 18, no PG-13 until 13.
10. I got my first cell phone at 16, and I had to hide it from my sister. Even though she was married and out of the house. My parents thought (correctly!) that she would be mad because she couldn't have one when she was in high school. I'm pretty sure she still pouts about it :)
I tag:
My pouty sister, Stevy (who needs to update), Sondre Lyn, Betty, Allison, Melissa (at Big Mama), and Hollie (at All Things in Moddy)!
I will hyperlink those names later. For right now, I need to go to Irish Dance! Sweet!
Kids Pray Crazy Crap
When you let kids pray, only good can come from it. Trust me.
"Dear God,
Please help my dad feel better. His foot is broken because he jumped out the kitchen window. You already knew that. Make him better."
"Dear God,
Please help my dog Storm. Please help her poop to glow, you know, cause she ate that glow stick. So she needs to poop it out. Please please help her to poop it all out of her tummy so she can feel better."
"Dear God,
Thank you for school. Thank you for lunch. Please help Jesus not to die on the cross."
"Dear God,
Thank you for our lunch. Please help us to do good on our tests, and to stay on green. Please also help (another student sitting 2 seats down) to stop being so mean to everyone."
And as a bonus on this special day..
"Dear Jesus,
Please help our new brown president. Help him to do smart things."
"Dear God,
Please help my dad feel better. His foot is broken because he jumped out the kitchen window. You already knew that. Make him better."
"Dear God,
Please help my dog Storm. Please help her poop to glow, you know, cause she ate that glow stick. So she needs to poop it out. Please please help her to poop it all out of her tummy so she can feel better."
"Dear God,
Thank you for school. Thank you for lunch. Please help Jesus not to die on the cross."
"Dear God,
Thank you for our lunch. Please help us to do good on our tests, and to stay on green. Please also help (another student sitting 2 seats down) to stop being so mean to everyone."
And as a bonus on this special day..
"Dear Jesus,
Please help our new brown president. Help him to do smart things."
Monday, January 19, 2009
Done!
Done and done! Everything is now complete for getting into grad school, and the waiting begins...
We decided to drive up to Frankfurt yesterday so we could take our time getting to the place and get more sleep. It was a GREAT idea. We found our hotel easily and headed out to dinner. We ended up at a Thai place. With a German menu. Now this is a pretty tricky issue since neither of us have ever eaten Thai food. My restaurant German is usually pretty good, but this was beyond me! Jordan was ready to leave! Anyway, we both ended up with beef dishes and they were really good. Hooray!
The next morning we headed out early and found the place in plenty of time! Luckily they had a bakery next door and we had the best chocolate croissants ever! Then, it was test time...
I ended up with a 1080. The average score for Library Science is between 1000 and 1070. Yeah for me! Luckily I did super well on the verbal, which makes up for my average math score. Now I am just waiting on my essay scores. I think I did pretty well on those, so I am happy.
Alright UNT, send my acceptance letter this week okay?
We decided to drive up to Frankfurt yesterday so we could take our time getting to the place and get more sleep. It was a GREAT idea. We found our hotel easily and headed out to dinner. We ended up at a Thai place. With a German menu. Now this is a pretty tricky issue since neither of us have ever eaten Thai food. My restaurant German is usually pretty good, but this was beyond me! Jordan was ready to leave! Anyway, we both ended up with beef dishes and they were really good. Hooray!
The next morning we headed out early and found the place in plenty of time! Luckily they had a bakery next door and we had the best chocolate croissants ever! Then, it was test time...
I ended up with a 1080. The average score for Library Science is between 1000 and 1070. Yeah for me! Luckily I did super well on the verbal, which makes up for my average math score. Now I am just waiting on my essay scores. I think I did pretty well on those, so I am happy.
Alright UNT, send my acceptance letter this week okay?
Saturday, January 17, 2009
I am Not Dead
Just way too busy this week! It is sad when my family starts contacting me because I haven't blogged since Tuesday!
Work is going well, but is a lot of work.
-I have a new student who speaks NO English, and who also isn't very motivated to learn. Tough combination.
-I am growing increasingly irritated by the lack of effort on the part of others. Next year, I will not volunteer to teach sign language. It is somebody else's turn to say yes.
-Luckily this week is a three (student) day week. Holiday Monday and work day Friday! Yeah!!!
Speaking of Monday, I am attempting my GRE again. In case you missed the lovely story of how I ended up walking around Frankfurt like a homeless person, please look here. This time we are going up Sunday night so the drive will be shorter. Less stress, and hopefully, an actual test!
This week I also started taking Irish Dance. Mmmm Hmm. You can stop laughing now. It was fun! I am really missing dance, and wanted to do something new.
I took my Christmas decorations down Tuesday. This is the earliest I have ever taken them down. Congrats to me.
Alright, time to find some dinner and something else to keep me from studying. More soon, I promise!
PS- Thanks to those of you waiting on a blog design for being patient!
PSS- To the person who found my blog by searching for, "Casey is a loser"- YOU are the loser. :p
PSSSSSS- I know most of you already read her blog, but if you don't, please head on over and check out her story. Kelly is an awesome Christian woman who just had her baby girl this Friday. Harper has had some complications and is not doing well. Say some prayers for her!
Work is going well, but is a lot of work.
-I have a new student who speaks NO English, and who also isn't very motivated to learn. Tough combination.
-I am growing increasingly irritated by the lack of effort on the part of others. Next year, I will not volunteer to teach sign language. It is somebody else's turn to say yes.
-Luckily this week is a three (student) day week. Holiday Monday and work day Friday! Yeah!!!
Speaking of Monday, I am attempting my GRE again. In case you missed the lovely story of how I ended up walking around Frankfurt like a homeless person, please look here. This time we are going up Sunday night so the drive will be shorter. Less stress, and hopefully, an actual test!
This week I also started taking Irish Dance. Mmmm Hmm. You can stop laughing now. It was fun! I am really missing dance, and wanted to do something new.
I took my Christmas decorations down Tuesday. This is the earliest I have ever taken them down. Congrats to me.
Alright, time to find some dinner and something else to keep me from studying. More soon, I promise!
PS- Thanks to those of you waiting on a blog design for being patient!
PSS- To the person who found my blog by searching for, "Casey is a loser"- YOU are the loser. :p
PSSSSSS- I know most of you already read her blog, but if you don't, please head on over and check out her story. Kelly is an awesome Christian woman who just had her baby girl this Friday. Harper has had some complications and is not doing well. Say some prayers for her!
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
My Favorite Day!
Do you know what day it is?
It's National Delurking Day! Oh man, I LOVE this day. LOVE it. Those of you who have read this blog for awhile know I have all sorts of secret and not so secret bloggy tools that tell me about the people who are reading my blog.
I know your operating system, your browser, where you live, how long you spent on my site, where you came from, and even where you went afterwards! But here is what I don't know- WHO ARE YOU?
In recent days I have had emails alerting me to my link being placed on sites. What an honor!
So, let me know! Who are you? I want to see your blogs too! Delurk my friends!
Updates:
-It is actually a little warmer today. It FINALLY got above freezing. I am SO excited! It is supposed to snow again tomorrow though. Oh well.
-Thanks for all your support with the last post. It was still bugging me today, so I put the word out there to the right people that maybe this "important" school isn't all that important. I put it out there. Nothing more I can do. Moving on.
Tschuss!
It's National Delurking Day! Oh man, I LOVE this day. LOVE it. Those of you who have read this blog for awhile know I have all sorts of secret and not so secret bloggy tools that tell me about the people who are reading my blog.
I know your operating system, your browser, where you live, how long you spent on my site, where you came from, and even where you went afterwards! But here is what I don't know- WHO ARE YOU?
In recent days I have had emails alerting me to my link being placed on sites. What an honor!
So, let me know! Who are you? I want to see your blogs too! Delurk my friends!
Updates:
-It is actually a little warmer today. It FINALLY got above freezing. I am SO excited! It is supposed to snow again tomorrow though. Oh well.
-Thanks for all your support with the last post. It was still bugging me today, so I put the word out there to the right people that maybe this "important" school isn't all that important. I put it out there. Nothing more I can do. Moving on.
Tschuss!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Hey! Look me Over!
Well, what do you think of the new look? I am sure you want to know the designer right? Well, it's me! Girls, I did the whole thing. Even the little icon you see in the address bar of your browser. I am PROUD of myself! Yeah!
I have been doing a lot of experimenting with Photoshop, and it has been really fun. Like more then 30 hours this weekend fun! My poor husband...
I also made over my sister's blog: Life's Greatest Adventures
Anyway, I am feeling the Photoshop love and have decided to make a header or two. If you would like one, let me know. Just promise to be patient! Okay?
Check out some more of my stuff here:
Blue Star Blogs
I have been doing a lot of experimenting with Photoshop, and it has been really fun. Like more then 30 hours this weekend fun! My poor husband...
I also made over my sister's blog: Life's Greatest Adventures
Anyway, I am feeling the Photoshop love and have decided to make a header or two. If you would like one, let me know. Just promise to be patient! Okay?
Check out some more of my stuff here:
Blue Star Blogs
Saturday, January 10, 2009
All About Jordan
Well, here it goes, Jordan's first trip into the bloggy world.
Disclaimer: I told him to be funny. No promises.
Casey- Jordan, Jamie would like to know lots of stuff. First, where did you go to school and what is your degree in?
Jordan- Wait, what are you doing? You had people ASK questions? WHAT?!?
C- Answer the question.
J- Sam Houston State University in Texas, currently attending Liberty University for my masters. My degree is in criminal justice, and I am getting my masters in leadership studies.
C- ZZZZZZZZZZ! Boring! Try to be a little fun! Okay, What do you do in the AF?
J- I fly a desk.
C- And you get lunch for people too! Don't forget that!
J- Yes, that's one of the many benefits of being an executive officer.
C- Now I am going to need a snippit of your testimony.
J- My Christian testimony?
C- No, the testimony you gave in...
J- Erase that! No! Stop typing that! I became a Christian in 1998 (old man!) after my father found Christ earlier that year. Since then, my one goal in life is to make my wife a better person.
C- And how is that going for you?
J- I identify well with the trials of Job.
C- Jerk! Moving on. Ashley would like to know your favorite moment we have shared.
J- I haven't shared any moments with Ashley, so I don't know.
C- No! Tard! The two of US!
J- Oh. That's tough, there have been so many. Probably last year when I spent three months TDY. (C hits J) Okay, okay, just kidding. The night of our engagement, walking around the boardwalk, knowing that I was about to ask you to be my wife.
C- Awww. Real cute. Anne would like to know what your thought was the first time you met me. This should be good.
J- WOW!
C- A man of many thoughts. Did you think I was silly?
J- Not the first time I met you, but it didn't take long before I saw how crazy you were.
C- I believe the term is "fireball." Now, what do you think about being in the Air Force?
J- I am humbled to be able to serve the greatest nation on earth.
C- Gag gag gag. *Eye roll.* Oh wait, you are serious. That's cool. *Snicker* TerraMee143 would like to know what you would do if you weren't in the AF. What did you want to be when you grew up?
J- I would probably be a financial planner, FBI agent, or male supermodel.
C- Hmmm. That sounds likely. Moving to the next question before I throw up in my mouth...Sondre Lyn would like to know if I have ever posted something on the blog you wished I hadn't?
J- Yeah, I really don't like you posting mean stuff about crazy blog ladies. No matter how wacko they are.
C- Well, at least I didn't post about the time you saved your ear wax to show me when I got up.
J- Take that off there.
C- No! Ha!
J- Well it was pretty impressive.
C- Ugh! Laura would like to know how old you will be this month.
J- Not as old as her! Ha ha ha ha!
C- Ooo! Good one! Now, seriously, how old?
J- 27.
C- Okay, and she would also like to know if you ever put your foot down, or do you always let me have my way?
J- I do put my foot down sometimes. I pick my battles. Something just aren't worth fighting over. Happy wife, happy life.
C- Excellent answer. Now, Gleatie would like to know where you see yourself in 10 years. This should also answer Brando's career question.
J- Lord willing, I see Casey and I, and our son, serving the country as an attache somewhere.
C- Sounds good to me. Except a daughter instead of a son. Okay, almost finished. Brando would like to know what the most romantic thing you have ever done for me is.
J- That's tough since I'm such a romantic guy.
C- You do realize some people may be eating and reading this right?
J- Either when I took my wife to Paris for Valentine's Day, or this year when I take her to Venice.
C- I will admit, those are good Valentine's presents! Jeri would like to know if you are cool with my use of the word "crap."
J- Actually, I love the word crap. It does the job when shucks and darn just aren't good enough, but it's better than saying shit.
C- Ooooo! You just said shit! Your mom is gonna read this! Last question, boxers of briefs?
J- Boxer briefs. Black.
C- I bought you reindeer ones though. Those are cute. So, did you like your interview?
J- I loved it. Where has blogging been all my life?
C- And you say I am sarcastic! Thanks for doing this honey. Love you.
J- Love you too.
Disclaimer: I told him to be funny. No promises.
Casey- Jordan, Jamie would like to know lots of stuff. First, where did you go to school and what is your degree in?
Jordan- Wait, what are you doing? You had people ASK questions? WHAT?!?
C- Answer the question.
J- Sam Houston State University in Texas, currently attending Liberty University for my masters. My degree is in criminal justice, and I am getting my masters in leadership studies.
C- ZZZZZZZZZZ! Boring! Try to be a little fun! Okay, What do you do in the AF?
J- I fly a desk.
C- And you get lunch for people too! Don't forget that!
J- Yes, that's one of the many benefits of being an executive officer.
C- Now I am going to need a snippit of your testimony.
J- My Christian testimony?
C- No, the testimony you gave in...
J- Erase that! No! Stop typing that! I became a Christian in 1998 (old man!) after my father found Christ earlier that year. Since then, my one goal in life is to make my wife a better person.
C- And how is that going for you?
J- I identify well with the trials of Job.
C- Jerk! Moving on. Ashley would like to know your favorite moment we have shared.
J- I haven't shared any moments with Ashley, so I don't know.
C- No! Tard! The two of US!
J- Oh. That's tough, there have been so many. Probably last year when I spent three months TDY. (C hits J) Okay, okay, just kidding. The night of our engagement, walking around the boardwalk, knowing that I was about to ask you to be my wife.
C- Awww. Real cute. Anne would like to know what your thought was the first time you met me. This should be good.
J- WOW!
C- A man of many thoughts. Did you think I was silly?
J- Not the first time I met you, but it didn't take long before I saw how crazy you were.
C- I believe the term is "fireball." Now, what do you think about being in the Air Force?
J- I am humbled to be able to serve the greatest nation on earth.
C- Gag gag gag. *Eye roll.* Oh wait, you are serious. That's cool. *Snicker* TerraMee143 would like to know what you would do if you weren't in the AF. What did you want to be when you grew up?
J- I would probably be a financial planner, FBI agent, or male supermodel.
C- Hmmm. That sounds likely. Moving to the next question before I throw up in my mouth...Sondre Lyn would like to know if I have ever posted something on the blog you wished I hadn't?
J- Yeah, I really don't like you posting mean stuff about crazy blog ladies. No matter how wacko they are.
C- Well, at least I didn't post about the time you saved your ear wax to show me when I got up.
J- Take that off there.
C- No! Ha!
J- Well it was pretty impressive.
C- Ugh! Laura would like to know how old you will be this month.
J- Not as old as her! Ha ha ha ha!
C- Ooo! Good one! Now, seriously, how old?
J- 27.
C- Okay, and she would also like to know if you ever put your foot down, or do you always let me have my way?
J- I do put my foot down sometimes. I pick my battles. Something just aren't worth fighting over. Happy wife, happy life.
C- Excellent answer. Now, Gleatie would like to know where you see yourself in 10 years. This should also answer Brando's career question.
J- Lord willing, I see Casey and I, and our son, serving the country as an attache somewhere.
C- Sounds good to me. Except a daughter instead of a son. Okay, almost finished. Brando would like to know what the most romantic thing you have ever done for me is.
J- That's tough since I'm such a romantic guy.
C- You do realize some people may be eating and reading this right?
J- Either when I took my wife to Paris for Valentine's Day, or this year when I take her to Venice.
C- I will admit, those are good Valentine's presents! Jeri would like to know if you are cool with my use of the word "crap."
J- Actually, I love the word crap. It does the job when shucks and darn just aren't good enough, but it's better than saying shit.
C- Ooooo! You just said shit! Your mom is gonna read this! Last question, boxers of briefs?
J- Boxer briefs. Black.
C- I bought you reindeer ones though. Those are cute. So, did you like your interview?
J- I loved it. Where has blogging been all my life?
C- And you say I am sarcastic! Thanks for doing this honey. Love you.
J- Love you too.
Friday, January 9, 2009
Behind Every Great Woman...
So, does anyone else has a husband that reads their blog?
Mine is continually checking for updates. He critiques what I write, then he reads each and every comment. Then, of course, we must discuss any comments that interest him.
"How does SondreLyn know about Dave Ramsey?"
"You know those two crazy blog ladies are going to beat you up, right?"
"Why do you want to be a librarian? That's funny."
"Is this the real Stevy?"
And it goes on...
Of course I want to know why HE doesn't comment. I mean, how fun would that be. I am sure you have all figured out who my mom, dad, and sister are by the crazy comments they leave, but nothing from my husband.
Well, after MUCH begging, he has agreed to do a guest blog. Sort of. He is going to let me interview him.
Here is where you come in- the questions!
What do you want to know- Am I funny in real life? Does he like being in the Air Force? How does he put up with me? Boxers or Briefs? Did he really jump up and down at Christmas? You tell me, er, him.
Help me interview my husband!
Mine is continually checking for updates. He critiques what I write, then he reads each and every comment. Then, of course, we must discuss any comments that interest him.
"How does SondreLyn know about Dave Ramsey?"
"You know those two crazy blog ladies are going to beat you up, right?"
"Why do you want to be a librarian? That's funny."
"Is this the real Stevy?"
And it goes on...
Of course I want to know why HE doesn't comment. I mean, how fun would that be. I am sure you have all figured out who my mom, dad, and sister are by the crazy comments they leave, but nothing from my husband.
Well, after MUCH begging, he has agreed to do a guest blog. Sort of. He is going to let me interview him.
Here is where you come in- the questions!
What do you want to know- Am I funny in real life? Does he like being in the Air Force? How does he put up with me? Boxers or Briefs? Did he really jump up and down at Christmas? You tell me, er, him.
Help me interview my husband!
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Lookey!
Bonobos wrote about ME! Whoa! I feel so special! I was wondering why so many people were coming here from Bonobos, and now I know why! Jordan was so proud!
Check, Check, Check it Out!
In other news-
I was hopping from blog to blog and come on this CRAZY one. Whoa! She put it all out there. Post 1 was about a skanky homewrecker (and it named names!), post 2, 3, 4, and 5 were about her husband cheating in Korea, and post 6 was about wanting to have another baby. I mean, do you realize everyone in your husband's unit can read that? And he could be prosecuted? Lady, there is something to be said for keeping things at home.
Then I found another one of an "Air Force Wife" who's husband isn't even in the Air Force yet. He still has to pass the entrance test, and basic!
Seriously- why must a few wives make us look like whackos.
As far as I go, I am just trying to make it through this COLD week! Cold outside and in my head. I have taken tomorrow off to go to the doctor. Bleh!
That's all for now. Tschuss!
Check, Check, Check it Out!
In other news-
I was hopping from blog to blog and come on this CRAZY one. Whoa! She put it all out there. Post 1 was about a skanky homewrecker (and it named names!), post 2, 3, 4, and 5 were about her husband cheating in Korea, and post 6 was about wanting to have another baby. I mean, do you realize everyone in your husband's unit can read that? And he could be prosecuted? Lady, there is something to be said for keeping things at home.
Then I found another one of an "Air Force Wife" who's husband isn't even in the Air Force yet. He still has to pass the entrance test, and basic!
Seriously- why must a few wives make us look like whackos.
As far as I go, I am just trying to make it through this COLD week! Cold outside and in my head. I have taken tomorrow off to go to the doctor. Bleh!
That's all for now. Tschuss!
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
How Blogging May Have Ruined My Life
Or, at least my mind.
In the past few weeks I have had to write more essays than I thought possible. Scholarships, grad school, goals as a librarian, blah blah blah. Anyway, this is when I came to realize blogging has ruined my life.
I no longer have the ability to write kick butt essays. Period.
All through high school and college, my papers rocked. Not even kidding. My teachers teared up when they read them, shared them with the class, framed them over their beds, okay maybe not that, but whatever.
(One exception- An excellent paper I wrote on the effectiveness of the death penalty. Pro capital punishment of course, I am from Texas. One of my facts stated the 100% effectiveness of the death penalty when it came to re-offending. Ha! Turns out my professor had written an entire book against the death penalty. Oops. Whatever, hippie liberal.)
I digress.
Now, when I try to write an essay, I can't even manage to use big words. Well, unless you count fabulous as a big word that is. I think I may have written "i heart books" in an essay or too. Perhaps I will get lucky and they will appreciate all the winky faces on the page. Perhaps? ;)
I have spent the last year trying to come up with witty and entertaining blog entries, and have lost all ability to put together an intellectual and thought provoking essay.
Oh well, totally worth it. Totally.
In the past few weeks I have had to write more essays than I thought possible. Scholarships, grad school, goals as a librarian, blah blah blah. Anyway, this is when I came to realize blogging has ruined my life.
I no longer have the ability to write kick butt essays. Period.
All through high school and college, my papers rocked. Not even kidding. My teachers teared up when they read them, shared them with the class, framed them over their beds, okay maybe not that, but whatever.
(One exception- An excellent paper I wrote on the effectiveness of the death penalty. Pro capital punishment of course, I am from Texas. One of my facts stated the 100% effectiveness of the death penalty when it came to re-offending. Ha! Turns out my professor had written an entire book against the death penalty. Oops. Whatever, hippie liberal.)
I digress.
Now, when I try to write an essay, I can't even manage to use big words. Well, unless you count fabulous as a big word that is. I think I may have written "i heart books" in an essay or too. Perhaps I will get lucky and they will appreciate all the winky faces on the page. Perhaps? ;)
I have spent the last year trying to come up with witty and entertaining blog entries, and have lost all ability to put together an intellectual and thought provoking essay.
Oh well, totally worth it. Totally.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
A Letter
Dear Weather People,
Please get your act together. I need to know. Will it be a sunny igloo, or a big gray cloud? I mean, do you people even talk to each other? Will Saturday be 21, 27, or 37?! This is a huge difference.
Maybe you just make this crap up. Like that crazy Mexican psychic guy on TV with all the makeup. I think that's it.
This is your last chance.
Your Favorite Weather Bug,
Casey
PS- Thinking I blog about weather too much? Quit judging! Gees! I mean, do YOU have crappy weather every day for 6 months? I think NOT!
Please get your act together. I need to know. Will it be a sunny igloo, or a big gray cloud? I mean, do you people even talk to each other? Will Saturday be 21, 27, or 37?! This is a huge difference.
Maybe you just make this crap up. Like that crazy Mexican psychic guy on TV with all the makeup. I think that's it.
This is your last chance.
Your Favorite Weather Bug,
Casey
PS- Thinking I blog about weather too much? Quit judging! Gees! I mean, do YOU have crappy weather every day for 6 months? I think NOT!
Monday, January 5, 2009
Pants and Lemonade
I had to wait until after Christmas to share this with you, but now I can! Yeah! I am excited to tell you about the perfect gift for your husband/boyfriend/cool dad. There is this company, Bonobos, and they make super stylish pants. Think Rock and Republic jeans in the khaki world. Anyway, Jordan found them and really wanted a pair, but they were pretty pricey. After reasoning that I have 700 pairs of 50 dollar pants, and he has just a few, I figured a nice pair of pants would be good for him. Sadly, I didn't see APO as an option for shipping.
So, I emailed the company and explained the situation. Not one, but TWO people emailed back within just a few hours, and were VERY helpful! They said they would be glad to ship to us, and the offered a 25% discount since J is in the military! How sweet is that!!! The package arrived within a week, even with the stupid post office, and the pants were perfect.
When Jordan finally got to open them, it was great! He was literally jumping all around. He even declared that this was the best Christmas present ever, even more than his Huffy 6 speed!
The pants are super high quality material, lined with silk. Jordan likes that they are the opposite of "old man pants." They sit a little lower, and are wider around the ankle. Sorry, if you are looking for pleats to go with your braided belt and top siders these are not the pants for you!
Here are the ones Jordan got:
Their commitment to service, quality, and those who serve the country is admirable. I can't say enough about how great the company is. Check them out!
In Lemonade news...
The Sassy Engineer over at A Pretty Peony gave me this award about 600 years ago. Thanks so much!
I am supposed to give it to ten people, so I give it to the first 10 people who read this post! Ha! (Yes, I know, I totally hate when people do that. I'm being lazy people. L to the izzay. Whatevs.)
Make sure you check out Bonobos!
PS- It snowed ALL day. Ugh! Snow day tomorrow puhlease!
PSS- Thinking about getting a Nikon D60, anyone have one? Thoughts?
PSSS- Sweet tiny 8lb 6oz Baby Jesus I can't figure out how to get this thing to post on the right date to save my cotton headed ninny muggins life!
Tschuss!
So, I emailed the company and explained the situation. Not one, but TWO people emailed back within just a few hours, and were VERY helpful! They said they would be glad to ship to us, and the offered a 25% discount since J is in the military! How sweet is that!!! The package arrived within a week, even with the stupid post office, and the pants were perfect.
When Jordan finally got to open them, it was great! He was literally jumping all around. He even declared that this was the best Christmas present ever, even more than his Huffy 6 speed!
The pants are super high quality material, lined with silk. Jordan likes that they are the opposite of "old man pants." They sit a little lower, and are wider around the ankle. Sorry, if you are looking for pleats to go with your braided belt and top siders these are not the pants for you!
Here are the ones Jordan got:
Their commitment to service, quality, and those who serve the country is admirable. I can't say enough about how great the company is. Check them out!
In Lemonade news...
The Sassy Engineer over at A Pretty Peony gave me this award about 600 years ago. Thanks so much!
I am supposed to give it to ten people, so I give it to the first 10 people who read this post! Ha! (Yes, I know, I totally hate when people do that. I'm being lazy people. L to the izzay. Whatevs.)
Make sure you check out Bonobos!
PS- It snowed ALL day. Ugh! Snow day tomorrow puhlease!
PSS- Thinking about getting a Nikon D60, anyone have one? Thoughts?
PSSS- Sweet tiny 8lb 6oz Baby Jesus I can't figure out how to get this thing to post on the right date to save my cotton headed ninny muggins life!
Tschuss!
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Friday, January 2, 2009
France and Luxembourg
Thursday we headed to Metz, France for the afternoon. It was only an hour drive, and well worth it! We were able to see the St. Etienne cathedral as well as the oldest church in France (St-Pierre-aux-Nonnains). We had a nice lunch in between. It was good because we were able to visit another country and see some beautiful things, but without having to do a lot of walking, which in good for my FIL.
St. Etienne
St-Pierre-aux-Nonnains
Us!
Jordan and his mom, Nancy
Today, we went to the American military cemetery (WWII) in Luxembourg, as well as into Luxembourg city for a quick peek. The cemetery really put things in perspective. Seeing over 4,000 graves, knowing the number who were never found, and thinking of all those buried elsewhere- you see how "small" our current war is in comparison. Yes, the war is effecting me, but not nearly as it effected the generation of WWII.
This weekend I will be working on school stuff, both Kindergarten and scholarships for grad school. Vacation was way too short as always, back to work Monday!
St. Etienne
St-Pierre-aux-Nonnains
Us!
Jordan and his mom, Nancy
Today, we went to the American military cemetery (WWII) in Luxembourg, as well as into Luxembourg city for a quick peek. The cemetery really put things in perspective. Seeing over 4,000 graves, knowing the number who were never found, and thinking of all those buried elsewhere- you see how "small" our current war is in comparison. Yes, the war is effecting me, but not nearly as it effected the generation of WWII.
This weekend I will be working on school stuff, both Kindergarten and scholarships for grad school. Vacation was way too short as always, back to work Monday!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Goodbye 2008!
With 2008 officially behind us, I thought it would be fun to take a look back at what happened each month...
January-
A visit by friends and a trip to Switzerland! (I also went to Cologne this month, and Jordan celebrated his 26th birthday!)
February-
A visit to Paris! This city is still my favorite! (February also held a visit to Munich and Dachau for me!)
March-
The first of my three trips to Rothenburg, and a restful month for Jordan, who was working nights at the time. Obviously, with a husband at work, I needed something to do. So- I started this blog!
April-
Jordan traveled to Ireland this month to play some golf, and I headed to Garmisch for a conference. Both very beautiful and fun trips! I also experienced my first German soccer game. It was SOOOO much fun!
May-
Jordan headed to Texas for training this month! Booo! Before he left we headed to Brussels with our friend Denise. After he left I kept myself busy with a trip to the Netherlands and Rothenburg (both return visits!).
June-
Celebrated our second anniversary and my birthday apart as usual, but we were able to spend some time together when I went home to TEXAS! Yee haw! While in Texas, Jordan and his friends decided hiking would be a good idea. Ummmm, yeah.
July-
With Jordan still in the states until late July, I decided to take a girls trip to a wine festival in Krov with my friend Krystal and to Cochem and Eltz castles with Windy. Luckily, Jordan came home early, and was able to see at least a little bit of summer! And how could I forget- this is the month my Macbook came to be part of our family!
August-
In August I lead my final tour for the spouses' group, and it was a fun one- shopping in Poland! (My friend Krystal is in the picture above.) I stopped tours to start teaching Kindergarten! It was hard to say goodbye to my USO job, but God opened a wonderful door for me! Jordan started a new job as well. He is a group level exec, and although he was wary at the time, he loves his job now!
September-
The last weekend in August/first of September, Jordan and I headed for a weekend get away to the Rhine river. We stayed in a fun castle and enjoyed beautiful weather! We also went to a wine tasting with a group from work.
October-
The BIG trip! We headed on a cruise leaving from Rome and stopping in Sicily, Mykonos, Patmos, Turkey, and Santorini. Truly the trip of a lifetime. I LOVED Greece and would go back in a heartbeat! The amount of things we were able to see in just a week was astonishing. LOVED this trip!
November-
A relaxing month trying to recover from the cruise and gear up for the December visit. Thanksgiving was interesting! I mean, who else has an oven on top of their counter and painters with gray paint on turkey day? November was also the month by Kebab protest officially began!
December-
Our first Christmas away from home, made better by an after Christmas visit from the in-laws. We headed to Dublin for the last few days of the year!
There is so much more I can't even remember! Festivals, house decorating, stair falling, you know- the usual! We were truly blessed throughout the year, and we look forward to whatever the Lord has in store for us in 2009!
January-
A visit by friends and a trip to Switzerland! (I also went to Cologne this month, and Jordan celebrated his 26th birthday!)
February-
A visit to Paris! This city is still my favorite! (February also held a visit to Munich and Dachau for me!)
March-
The first of my three trips to Rothenburg, and a restful month for Jordan, who was working nights at the time. Obviously, with a husband at work, I needed something to do. So- I started this blog!
April-
Jordan traveled to Ireland this month to play some golf, and I headed to Garmisch for a conference. Both very beautiful and fun trips! I also experienced my first German soccer game. It was SOOOO much fun!
May-
Jordan headed to Texas for training this month! Booo! Before he left we headed to Brussels with our friend Denise. After he left I kept myself busy with a trip to the Netherlands and Rothenburg (both return visits!).
June-
Celebrated our second anniversary and my birthday apart as usual, but we were able to spend some time together when I went home to TEXAS! Yee haw! While in Texas, Jordan and his friends decided hiking would be a good idea. Ummmm, yeah.
July-
With Jordan still in the states until late July, I decided to take a girls trip to a wine festival in Krov with my friend Krystal and to Cochem and Eltz castles with Windy. Luckily, Jordan came home early, and was able to see at least a little bit of summer! And how could I forget- this is the month my Macbook came to be part of our family!
August-
In August I lead my final tour for the spouses' group, and it was a fun one- shopping in Poland! (My friend Krystal is in the picture above.) I stopped tours to start teaching Kindergarten! It was hard to say goodbye to my USO job, but God opened a wonderful door for me! Jordan started a new job as well. He is a group level exec, and although he was wary at the time, he loves his job now!
September-
The last weekend in August/first of September, Jordan and I headed for a weekend get away to the Rhine river. We stayed in a fun castle and enjoyed beautiful weather! We also went to a wine tasting with a group from work.
October-
The BIG trip! We headed on a cruise leaving from Rome and stopping in Sicily, Mykonos, Patmos, Turkey, and Santorini. Truly the trip of a lifetime. I LOVED Greece and would go back in a heartbeat! The amount of things we were able to see in just a week was astonishing. LOVED this trip!
November-
A relaxing month trying to recover from the cruise and gear up for the December visit. Thanksgiving was interesting! I mean, who else has an oven on top of their counter and painters with gray paint on turkey day? November was also the month by Kebab protest officially began!
December-
Our first Christmas away from home, made better by an after Christmas visit from the in-laws. We headed to Dublin for the last few days of the year!
There is so much more I can't even remember! Festivals, house decorating, stair falling, you know- the usual! We were truly blessed throughout the year, and we look forward to whatever the Lord has in store for us in 2009!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)