Wednesday, June 23, 2010

What did you do today?

Since this week is Safety Week at work, we had a picnic at our office today that included a dunking booth, water balloon toss, propane gas demonstrations, seat belt convincer and more!  It was a great time - despite the HEAT!

Our COO couldn't make it to the event, so they had a life-size cardboard cut out made of him and all the employees had the chance to have their picture taken with him. Some of the employees came up with some great ideas for pictures..me...not so much. However, I did wear the safety goggles and one of our hats...so I thought I would share.  It was a nice break from being inside all the time in the air conditioning.





And one of my favorites another co worker took with him....


Boy does it feels awesome to be back inside the air conditioning!  Oh my goodness it is HOT!

Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Bloggy update

The heat of summer has arrived! Wow! It is HOT! And I am loving it! No complaints from me....I will take it! You may have noticed that I have been neglecting my blog.....or better yet...I have even been neglecting my computer at home. Hard to believe...but true!

I thought I would update you on a few things that are going on with us. Thanks for the tips for the top of the hutch! I have moved the candles to one side and the plate to the other...now just have to find the right greenery to go up there. Once I find the right item..I will be sure to post a picture. I see things throughout our house that I would love to change to add more height, now that we had a little assistance in our family room. It is amazing to have a fresh perspective on things. However, we are trying to cut the spending way down...so I will cool it for now. Just thankful to have a home to be in!

I am still making rag quilts and other items and my goal this weekend is to post some on etsy...so be on the lookout. I have no idea if they will sell online..but worth a shot. I have also joined a ministry team at church that gives baby blankets to families that have a baby.  I am really excited to be a part of this. My first rag quilt is going to be given in July to a baby girl!  I am also looking forward to helping out with vacation bible school in July. I have wanted to get more involved in my church, but a number of things just kept trying to hold me back. I really look forward to being able to serve more. The more I attend this church, the more I know God placed me in the right place.  I am so thankful!

I finished the book, So Long Insecurity. Loved loved loved it! Beth Moore is amazing and I got so much out of it. I recommed to anyone out there who struggles with insecurities!

I am trying to spend my summer reading other books as well. I have a closet full of them and some I have read, some I have not. So my goal is to get through a  couple of them this summer. 

We are trying to get my stepson out here and are having a difficult time making it work.  He is playing on a baseball team and his schedule is so busy it is hard to find a week that is free. And when his schedule is free, his mom is making excuses as to why he can't come.  This is becoming very frustrating to my Hubs...and I hate that he misses him so much and struggles with their relationship.  If you all could just lift this matter up in prayer. I have no idea what we are going to get worked out. Just very frustrating and I am the negotiator between the two parents...and it's not a fun position to be in at times.

This week I planned our dinner menu for the entire week. I try to do this...but never seem to stick to the plan, however I am on track this week! I can't wait to share with you some of the recipes. The salmon recipe we had last night was REALLY good! 

That about wraps up my bloggy update. I am sure I have more to share...but at this point I am still waiting for the coffee to kick in! Busy day at work. We are having a Safety Fair today and a big picnic tomorrow. And the bonus is we get to wear jeans all week! Love being comfy at work!

Have a blessed day!

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Happy Father's Day!


To My Dad-

Thank you for all that you have done for me.
Thank you for loving me.
Thank you for being such an amazing Daddy!

I love you!

Love,
Your first born

Friday, June 18, 2010

The plate

So last Friday night, I went on a hunt for a big plate to put above our hutch.  I searched about 5 stores...and finally found this one...at Hobby Lobby.  What do you all think?  I can't decide if I want to keep the candles up there with it or not...but I think it adds height to the room and balances out that wall.  Maybe I just need different colored candles.

However, I have thought about going and buying these really BIG and CHUNKY candle stands that you can use with the candles that plug in...I will have try and find a picture of them...I saw them in a local store and they are so cute! I could plug them into a timer and they would light up on their own at night....

Anyways....still going to think on it...who knows..maybe I will just keep the plate up there. 

Suggestions...ideas???