TAKE CARE NOW.....BYE BYE THEN!

Happy Anniversary

2007-03-04T23:02:00.000-06:00

Happy Anniversary to me! oh, and Amy too!

LOTD:
http://www.juiceplus.com/+rv03863

There is no one in the family that doesn't need better nutrition in your life. Amy, Trey, and I have taken Juice Plus for more than 2 years now. We believe in it firmly and I'd love to answer any questions and help any of you with what to do.

Thanks! Oh, and have a great day!

Link of the day!

2007-03-01T14:27:00.000-06:00

My teacher neighbor Sally's husband is an actor. He is in a film that is attempting to make a new reality show that Steven Spielberg is creating. He needs people to visit his film. Will you help out please?
http://films.thelot.com/films/22989

Also, check out my pages again from previous posts and maybe this one too? http://www.squidoo.com/juiceplusnutrition

thanks to you all!

OK. I'll play nice.

2007-02-26T08:22:00.000-06:00

No one else seems to be posting any interesting news, so let me tell you about Trey's soccer game Saturday. He played in his first game and did some awesome twirling in the 30 mile an hour wind. He kicked the ball well and chased even better. He knew there were lots of fans on the sidelines and was always making sure everyone was watching. I took my principal certification test again Saturday morning, so I missed the game, but I feel confident about the results of the test this time.
Now, I really need everyone's help to keep my Squidoo pages ranked high. I've moved http://www.squidoo.com/disneypins to #8, and my UFC page http://www.squidoo.com/ulimatefighter has moved into the top 100 to #67. Would you mind clicking on each of these links from your computer today(or whenever you read this and click on one of the auctions, books, dvd's, or something on each page. I really would appreciate it!
Thanks and everyone have a great day! Just 4 more days and I have SPRING BREAK!!!!

Amber bad mouthing me again???

2007-02-22T13:06:00.000-06:00

Amber- you said I can't advertise to you on here? But, that's what this is for. I have a page that is #6 out of over 85,000 pages on Squidoo. That's because people visit it( http://www.squidoo.com/disneypins ). The reason I posted the message about http://rob.jerkydirect.com is because you never know who might be a closet beef jerky eater. Well, now I have given them a way to have their jerky shipped to them for free and help me. Not to mention that I will even sell to all family members through my backstore where I can order the beef jerky for $7.60 for half a pound instead of the $12 that you see if you click the link. That is a better deal than Jack Link's from Wal-Mart(which I've been eating for the past 6 weeks in the biggest loser competition). The difference is the stuff I've just now found is all natural(some even organic) and doesn't contain all the preservatives and added junk.
So, thanks for responding to my post Tuesday, it gave me the chance to respond today and give more info about Jerky Direct. Really, I'll hook any of you up if you are interested. Just give me a shout, or leave me a comment!

News Story of the Day

2007-02-21T11:29:00.000-06:00

This is a headline on WFAA.com and I thought it was hilarious.

News 8 has had some jars of peanut butter - all with the affected lot numbers - tested for salmonella. None tested positive but one contained an ant.

Do my bidding...

2007-02-20T14:16:00.000-06:00

I'll be using this space to inform you of places on the web that I need you to visit. The first is http://rob.jerkydirect.com/ And the next is http://www.squidoo.com/disneypins and finally http://www.squidoo.com/ulimatefighter
Thanks for stopping by any and all of the links I've provided here.

For those who would like to attend Trey's game it is at 10:15 Saturday morning, not 10:45 as Amy stated. The game will only last 45 minutes.

Let me know if you have any questions from my above sites!

Welcome Back!

2007-02-20T13:47:00.000-06:00

Okay, so it's time to get this up and running again.

A lot has happened in a year! Amber, Nate and Bryson have finally moved to Texas! Woo Hoo! Trey is getting bigger and smarter every day. Rob is about to take his Texas principal certification and is still looking for an assistant principal position. I had a very busy year at work and had a minor (I thought major) nervous breakdown. I'm much better now. :) I'm looking forward to a great 2007, even though we are already in February. Trey starts playing soccer this week and Rob is coaching his team, I'll have to post pics. It is going to be really funny watching a bunch of 4 and 5 year olds running around kicking a ball and having absolutely no idea what they are doing. So if anyone is available, his first game is this Saturday at 10:45! Do I have any takers?

I am a complete news junkie like my mother, so...
News Story of the Day: Go to cnn.com and check out a story about a man who thinks he is the 2nd coming of Jesus. He says that sin and satan do not exist. All I can say is "bless his heart".

Comments on the crazy man?

Happy 2007, People

2007-01-29T23:45:00.000-06:00

Okay, so its only been about 5 months since I posted last! To be truthful, MySpace has taken precidence!! Anyhooo, we should start this up again, I say! Thanks for the post Clyde!! Good encouragement!!
Congrats to Billy and Tiffany for their baby-on-board!!
Love you all,
Amber

Hey

2006-12-27T14:44:00.000-06:00

Anybody check this anymore or is this a thing of the past????

HOLY MOLY!!!

2006-08-08T11:58:00.000-05:00

We are finally moving!!!!!! I can hardly believe it!! We should definately have a Homecoming party!!! Who's up for it!!??
It was this time two years ago when Nathan and I started talking about wanting to move! Two years has gone by really fast.....thanks to Bryson!!
I'm so excited! Wahooo!

Poor Mavs!!

2006-06-21T10:37:00.000-05:00

Hey Everybody!!! Who's sad about the Mavs....raise your hand??? I AM!! But they did make it farther than ever before...so, WOOHOO for that!
I hope everyone is having a great day!!

Bryson turns 1 tomorrow! I can't believe how fast this year has gone by! It seems like it was just yesterday that I was enormously huge...wait, maybe that was yesterday!!
He's such a big boy, walking around everywhere and trying to verbally communticate but as of now all of his words get stuck in his nose so he sounds kind of 'special'!
We will see all of you in a couple of weeks! I'm so excited!
I love you all more than you know!

Here's to next year for the MAVS!!
CHEERS!

Aquadic Adventures of Bryson Hollen

2006-06-08T08:23:00.000-05:00

This was his first encounter with the swimming pool!! He loved it!!

Clyde and Candace
provided his froggy hat to block the sun. And he actually wore it!! Isn't he precious!! We can't wait to see all of the Texas people soon!! Be praying for Nathan, he starts his new job on Monday!!! WAHOOOO!!!

Two Words.......

2006-06-05T14:19:00.000-05:00

GO MAVS!!!!!

Finally

2006-06-01T09:07:00.000-05:00

I know it has been a long time since I last blogged and even then it wasn't much. Just wanted to let everybody know that as of June 12th I will be an insurance agent for United American Insurance Company. Give me a call if you need a quote (I'm serious) I have turned in my 2 weeks notice for the company that I have spent the last 9 years with. It's a great feeling knowing that God will provide.

Advice for the Day:
"God is Good and it is Good to be in His Family"

Advice for the Day 2:
"Don't eat yellow snow"

Feel free to post any advice you have...

10 REASONS WHY TEXAS IS BETTER THAN ARKANSAS...

2006-05-30T09:48:00.000-05:00

10. MINIMAL MULLET POPULATION
9. IT'S LIKE A WHOLE OTHER COUNTRY
8. GOD BLESSED TEXAS SO MUCH THAT THERE IS A SONG ABOUT IT. (To my knowledge, there has been no documentation of God showing any favor on Arkansas)
7. TWO WORDS.....EL FENIX
6. FOUR WORDS...JACK IN THE BOX
5. LAKE HOUSE!!!
4. PROFESSIONAL SPORTS TEAMS! GO MAVS!!!
3. SHOPPING
2. EVERYTHING IS BIGGER THERE
1.BOX/WHIDDON/VARDEMAN/TATE/GRIFFIN/CAROL/DODSON/GOMEZ...and soon to be WEAVER!!!!

Amendment: 1 reason why Arkansas is better than Texas.....Clyde and Candace live there!!!

It's Me Again!!!

2006-05-23T11:48:00.000-05:00

Sorry to leave you hangin', Rob! But you did good to provide Meme some reading material! I just haven't really been in a blogging mood the past week or so.
So, here's what I've got today....Bryson turned eleven months old yesterday! Holy cow, where has the time gone! He's a little monster!!! He has started making these ridiculous faces at everything...he's very animated - guess he got that from Nate!!! Hehehe!
Nathan will be taking his test to get his Insurance liscense this Friday, so everyone be praying for him!!! I start working with Women of Faith July 7th in Chicago....WAHOOOO....BIG FUN!!! I expect us to be running the place by year's end! Anyone else wanna join the team???
I think thats all for now! Hope everyone has a great day!!
Boo for high gas prices!! Boo for the Da Vinci Code! Hooray for me buying a swimsuit for the first time in 2 years!!! I don't think you're ready for this jelly!!!! HEHEHEHEHE
2TALOO!

My Tradition

2006-05-23T09:49:00.000-05:00

I think it is important for me to carry on my tradition of being the only blogger. I mean, hello, Meme needs something to read, and no one else is giving her material. So, here's what is going on today. It's Tuesday, and I've only got 2 more days of work. The kids get out at 12:40 Wed and Thurs, so really that should only count as 1 day. I have to work until 2:00 on Friday, and then SCHOOLS OUT FOR SUMMER!!! Then I'll be sitting at home chillin'. what a life. nothing else important or even unimportant to write for now, but when I think of something I'll be sure to let you all know. Later.

UFC 60 - Post 2

2006-05-22T11:57:00.000-05:00

Sorry to hear that Nathan won't be able to make it to TX for the UFC event. His excuse is a good one, since he will be testing on Friday - so GOOD LUCK! I'm sure you will do fine. As for me, I think that I've decided now that we might as well just buy the PPV at home. I looked and it is $40. My soon to be bro-in-law Ben is planning on joining in on the fun, so if we have it at the house Kama and Amy can watch some too if they want. I don't know what to think of Chase - he'll probably get stung by an ant on his pinky toe and need to stay home because it hurts too much to press the gas pedal! ;) right, chase???? For those of you who don't know, Chase has a swollen forehead from a "bug bite". It caused him enough mental anguish that he passed up free tickets to the FC Dallas soccer game Friday night. By the way, the game was awesome and Dallas won 4-0. It was a great night and a great game to watch for people who might not normally care for soccer. Plus we got free $10 gameplay cards for Dave & Buster's because Dallas scored 2 goals! yippee. so, that's all for now. The decision on UFC at home or D&B's is up to Chester. Be here and we'll stay home, don't come and I'll go out. what you think?

UFC 60!

2006-05-18T15:46:00.000-05:00

The event is almost here! Anyone interested in watching needs to let me know. We have 2 options. Option 1 - Dave & Buster's in Frisco is going to be putting on an event. It will start at 9PM, Saturday May 27th. Cost $10. I'm there! Option 2 - if 5 or more people are interested in going, it saves money to pay the $40-$50 for the Pay-per-View and watch it at my house, or somewhere else with a big screen.
I'm up for either option, but this is one that I don't plan on missing. I hope that anyone who would like to join in can make it because it can be fun watching others get beat up(sorry MeMe). So, let me know! I'll be counting down the hours until it happens(mainly because school ends on the 26th!)

Prayers for Babies and Families

2006-05-15T13:22:00.000-05:00

Hey. I know that the Arkansas crew is already in prayer for the family that just lost a baby(sorry, I forgot the family name). But I wanted to ask that everyone pray for my friends and their baby as well. Matt and Lisa are expecting, and I got an email this morning saying that Lisa went into early labor Thursday morning. She is now on bedrest and hopes to wait at least 4 more weeks to have the baby, so that he can be around 4-5 pounds. The family is Matt and Lisa Allen, and the son's name is/will be Patrick. Thanks for your prayers, and someone post a comment with the Arkansas family name...please. Love to all, and thanks to God for our healthy babies!

Squidoo

2006-05-11T13:12:00.000-05:00

That's right, you read correctly...Squidoo!
Do you know what it is? It's a new way to search for things that you are looking for, and it's a way to create a page on something that you are an "expert" on. I've created pages for Assistant principal searches, Women of Faith products, and 2 of the WOF speakers. The point behind it is to be able to search for things in a clear way and find quality information instead of just hitting google and having to wade through the junk.
Would you like to check out my page? www.squidoo.com/WOF
Would you like to create your own page? www.squidoo.com/lensmaster/referral/mrvardeman
If you are going to create a "lens" please click through my referral link above. Even if you don't want to create a lens and become a Squidoo lensmaster, you can become a member and rank all of my pages. That helps me to move up in the rankings. I've been on Squidoo for a little more than a week and have moved up from around 40,000 to #920 today on my WOF page. The others have a lower rank because they have not been visited as much.

By the way, this is not a sales pitch, and it's not something I'm trying to do in order to retire. It's just something that looked like fun...so I tried it. Turns out it is fun. Who knew.
C U Later.

Question of the Day...

2006-05-09T14:16:00.000-05:00

Does anyone think that David Blaine is an idiot?

***Amy keeps trying to edit this***
***Rob is mean, try changing it back now!***

Who Loves Meme????

2006-05-01T13:57:00.000-05:00

I DOOOOOO!

Our reader of the week is our precious Meme!!! She wanted everyone to know that she reads our Blog all the time. And she wanted all of you to know how funny she thinks I am! (hehehehe).
We have the Grandest Grandmother of ALL TIME!!!
Lets all share a favorite memory of Meme.....

I'll go first.....

When we were little and still lived in Dallas, everytime I went to Meme's house (yes, its Papa's house too) she would have a bucket of marshmallows waiting for me!! YUM! This could explain my marshmallow-like appearance today!!! Hmmmm? Why are my most fond memories attached to food in some way. Do I have a problem?

Now it's your turn........BATTER UP.....

Motivation

2006-04-28T07:25:00.000-05:00

Here are a couple pictures for Clyde. A little motivation for his tourney tomorrow. This is what you are looking for. Dad's weighed 6lbs even and mine barely beat his at 6 1/2lbs. (We are going to have to work on Dad's photography skills as you can see)

I need a caption,captain

2006-04-24T23:06:00.000-05:00

Find out the joy of captioning Doggy pics first hand. COME on...step out there....just a little further....see, now isn't that fun!

Come on bunnies, get a cone!

2006-04-24T22:41:00.000-05:00

Well Mickey finally got this cone off of his head. He had to wear it for ten days!!! It was torture...for us, he really didn't care, cone or no cone. It was amusing however watching him run into walls and such, but the edges of that danged thing are sharp, should have made them with rounded corners. Anyway I was corrected by a doggy expert that it is not proper to call this a "cone." It is an Elizabethan Collar. Very sophisticated I should say!

Mickey has been working on getting his figure back since his surgery. He usually spends about 30 minutes on weights and then about 100 reps on the Ab Lounge XL. I am always telling him, "Don't do too much too soon, Honey."

ps- Chase I sincerely hope you are feeling better.

This flippin' cracked me up!

2006-04-24T21:47:00.000-05:00

Tehehehehehe!

Sweetie Pie!!

2006-04-24T15:38:00.000-05:00

Fishing update for Rob

2006-04-19T17:11:00.000-05:00

Had tons of fun fishing and we caught lots of fish, but they just weren't big enough. The weekend before the tourney I caught some big ones and those are the ones in the picture. We did have a couple of the big one that got away stories during the tourney that would have won us some money, but that's how it goes. If you ever want to check the standings for our club it is www.gflb.com. Next tourney is next weekend and it will be at a new lake this time.

And to Chase.....I am sorry to hear that your bowel problems are rearing their ugly "turtle head" if you will. Good luck with the juice man, and here is to all of us getting more fiber in our diets. Now I am off to the john myself for a little reading....no problems here.

I'm out.....

Captain Colon

2006-04-18T21:12:00.000-05:00

Ok. I need to break the latest news to everyone...and yes, this is bigger than TomKat and their baby! Many of you know that Chase has been experiencing discomfort in his stomach region for the past 5 days. He thought he was better yesterday, so he came out to our house. Apparently this morning he was not better, so Amy sends him to CareNow. They give him some "magic juice" that he is to take once a day, and in my words(stay close to the toilet). I ask how long he is supposed to take it, and he says 2 weeks...2 weeks??? wow, now THAT is some kind of problem there!
Needless to say, the doc also tells him that he needs lots of fiber. He also bought some Citrucel(yes, the same as my grandmother)saying it was the only thing he knew of with fiber. So, he comes home and polishes off the spinach salad that I made for Amy for lunch Monday(and yes she has left it at home 2 days, but that's another blog), so here's hoping that Chase and his Colon Blow get along well over the next 2 weeks. If not, he'll get to make a special trip to the doc for "a cleansing" :) yippee! See you later Captain Colon!

Fishing for $$

2006-04-18T13:30:00.000-05:00

So, how did it go? We need an update, oh mighty fisherman!

DO I LIKE JAZZ?

2006-04-17T14:44:00.000-05:00

This was the question posed to me by 'the ruler' of this blog!
Now, I've been known to like a jazzy tune every once in a while. Norah Jones is very soothing. However, I believe the 'jazz' you are referring to is your subtle attempt to give me the bird. So, no Robby, I don't like 'jazz'.
Do you?!!

Happy Birthday To Meeeeee!

2006-04-14T08:57:00.000-05:00

As a birfday present to myself.....I've taken control of the Blog. I'm the ruler now! I'm even wearing my crown that Amy brought me back from DisneyLand to prove what a ruler I am!
AHHHH.....revenge is sweet!!

WOW

2006-04-14T08:20:00.000-05:00

I'm so impressed with Rob's display of power and manhood. Nothing screams "theMan" to me more than a deceptive plot to disrupt a perfectly harmoneous Blog.
Kudos Rob!
Three Cheers for you!
Your self-proclaimed leadership on this Blog is to be commended.

Removal

2006-04-13T12:03:00.000-05:00

Thankfully Bucky has been removed thanks to the voting strategy of many(and I'm one of them). Next I think that Ace will be removed. Past that I don't care as long as Chris wins. So, another removal issue is the removal of administrator priveleges from the original two bloggers here. It seems that they like to change things after I have changed them, so good luck doing that now. :) Maybe if all are nice over the weekend you can return to normal security clearing. BTW, 2 others have been added into the admin role, I wonder if you will figure out who and what it means that you can do?? So, Happy Thursday, Good FridayEve, and Amber's Bday Eve. V Out!

Missing Persons Report

2006-04-12T11:18:00.000-05:00

Billy and Tiffany Gomez...(in the voice of the Wicked Witch) and their little dog too!!!!

Where have they gone??? No blogs? No puppy pics? NO LOVE?

What say you..........

Idol Tonight!

2006-04-11T15:05:00.000-05:00

I wanted to remind Amber that Idol is on tonight, and this is the time when you have 2 hours to vote. I also wanted to remind everyone about www.DialIdol.com where you can download a program and then use your computer modem to speed dial and vote more often. This will free you up to do whatever else you want to do. I'll be experimenting with it, then tomorrow I'll post on here who DialIdol says will be in the bottom 3 and who is going home and we will see if they are correct again this week! Good luck to Chris, and down with Bucky!

Thoughts of the Day

2006-04-11T14:19:00.000-05:00

On certain days, I wish I could work from home in my pj's.

My favorite inventions are TIVO and Ipod.

Sweet Tea Rocks!

I am officially addicted to myspace, if you are not already my friend, you better send a request ASAP. Rob has now decided he is in a competition with Amber on who can have more friends. He is winning, Amber you better catch up!

I have to fly on a turbo prop plane next week, not so happy about that.

I like nice people, mean people suck.

My new favorite restaurant is Ruth's Chris Steakhouse. If you would like to get me gift cards for any occasion, feel free to do so.

I love my family! I have the cutest 3 1/2 year old in the world.

I hope the Weaver's move here soon.

I hope Chase accidentally sits on his new CHIPS glasses.

Would anyone else like to add random thoughts? It's fun, try it!

Amendment to the Statue of Liberty.....

2006-04-11T07:29:00.000-05:00

"Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses....LEAGALLY!"

THREE CHEERS FOR CITIZENSHIP!

Take care now, bye bye then!

Birthday is in 3 days!! Wahoo!

Teeth or No Teeth?

2006-04-07T09:37:00.000-05:00

Well???? Whats the word on MMG? Did he make it thru the teeth pulling?? I've seen so many pictures I think he is part of the family now.

CHEESE!!! It's me!

2006-04-06T22:02:00.000-05:00

I thought I better let everyone know I am still alive! Clyde has left me this weekend, again, for fishing and now it's turkey season.....it's neverending. He thinks he must be involved in every outdoor activity. Does this mean I get on his nerves or what? Let's see what I can tell you.....well.....I have to go to work tomorrow in Clinton, and then I have to go help Jen price her yard sale stuff, then I have to go set up for the yard sale. And the best yet is I am honored to get up at 6a.m. (urrrr...urrrr...urrrr....uuurrrr!!! that's the best way to spell a rooster crowing) and be the friendly cashier at this wonderful yardsale!!! The things you have to do for extra shopping money for VEGAS!!! Just one more month....we are in countdown mode!

Nothing exciting going on here....Oh...except for my sweet nephew Bryson!!! We had him cracked up after church last night. He had the best giggles!!!!! You know you guys can come up here and see us. I mean, Gaw, Amber and Nate come down there all the time it's someone elses turn. You would have a free place and possibly even free entertainment, haha!!!

Miss all of you and hope to see you soon!

My Mandisa!!!

2006-04-06T08:57:00.000-05:00

I can barely think through the lump in my throat over Mandisa being kicked off American Idol last night! I almost didn't get out of bed this morning, until I thought WWMD (What Would Mandisa Do?)? I figured she would probably get up, and start sangin'....so I did just that. I did my best "Mandisa" in the shower, as a tribute. It probably wasn't a tribute that she wouldn've appreciated, but a tribute it was nonetheless! I will still wear my 'VOTE FOR MANDISA' shirt proudly!
I just love her! So she wears halter tops that aren't so flattering to a full-figured girl...So she had to sing a Shania Twain song that wasn't even close to her style...So she has plump feet that hurt in heels....She is still my American Idol! I HEART MANDISA! She loves Jesus, and Beth Moore....I mean come on people. I think Jesus himself may have sent a Heavenly text message to vote for her!
All is well though....God will bless. Its not like American Idol is the last stop in the music biz!!! Her hair looked killer though! And She was so gracious. Blessing everyone in Jesus' name. YOU GO GIRL!
I need a hug.....

Down with Mandisa!

2006-04-06T08:38:00.000-05:00

I'm guessing that Amber is still in mourning which is the reason we haven't seen a post from her yet this morning. Did you forget to vote Tuesday Amber? I know that we didn't vote at all because I didn't watch until after the polls had closed. Maybe it was the loss of my 100+ votes that cost Mandisa her chance. I'm sure that she will make it somehow.

On another note, I am still in the process of applying for several Asst Principal positions. No real progress has been made in securing a job. However, I did finally receive my principal certificate from Arizona...Now I just have to send everything in to Texas and have them review my credentials to transfer it here. What FUN! :( Hopefully everyone else is doing well. Amy and Chase are in Houston this weekend, so Chase-isms are on hold until his return.

A scary adventure for MMG

2006-04-05T22:53:00.000-05:00

Mickey has to have some teeth pulled tomorrow. About four of his baby teeth did not fall out so they are sitting next to his big teeth. I called the vet to ask if this was "normal".
The nurse said,
"Oh my no, we'll make you an appointment to see the doctor right away, because this could really mess up his bite!"
Now I am wondering if he will need braces! hehe
Unfortunately for all you fans, no pictures of mangled teeth were available...Sorry, next time though for sure.
Hopefully he will not have to be sedated or anything major.

ps- Congrats Clyde! Amber, we would love to babysit if we didn't live in another state.
Personally, I like to think Rascallion is a pirate name...Arrrg!

INTRUDER ALERT

2006-04-05T07:22:00.000-05:00

Someone who is not somehow related to us has wondered into our abyss of nonsense! What a brave soul! Cheers to you Rascallion! Although I am having trouble deciphering the pronunciation of the name......now I'm down to Rascal-lion and Ra-scallion. Are you a lover of seafood, or mischievious in a felion kind of way? What a conundrum!
Nonetheless, Welcome! And thanks for helping us caption Chase's ridiculous sunglasses picture. He still thinks they're cool! Bless his heart!

Moving on.....

Medical Update: Trey has Pink Eye and an ear infection. And Amy is outraged to the point that she will be contacting her Congressman about the outrageous price for 3 mg's of prescription eye drops. I wonder what they used in the olden days for Pink eye?? Hmmm? Anyone know?

KING-RATS to Clyde for the big win in the fishin' tourney!!! FISH ARE FRIENDS, NOT FOOD!
My birthday is in 9 days - you can cut me a share of the winnings!

Classified Ads: NEED BABYSITTER FRIDAY NIGHT.....pays nothing, but the kid is cute - does have snotty nose! Contact Nathan or Amber!

Have a lovely Cinco de Abril!!

MANDISA LIVES!

More fishing news

2006-04-04T22:26:00.000-05:00

I know you have all been waiting on the fishing update from our latest tourney, and the results are in......We finished 7th and won some more money.......Sweet. It is hard for the little lady to get on to me for fishing when I bring home money. I guess I better keep up the winning ways.

I got in too late on the make fun of Chase picture, but I hope we do another one really soon!!!

Kudos to all of you guys for doing all this good blogging. Keep em coming.

Bumpadabum!

2006-04-04T13:38:00.000-05:00

I now declare Nate the official winner of the punchline contest! I'm still laughing because I can just picture Chase saying that. Even though he probably doesn't even know what CHIPS is. :) Details to come later about your prize. (If I don't forget) Maybe I can bring you back a prize from Houtson. I'm thinking a mini replica of an oil rig.

SHUSH!!! and Ode to Meme

2006-04-04T07:27:00.000-05:00

People, People! Don't get your doggy-lovin' panties in a wad!
I'm not hatin' on the pooch, just trying to set some boundaries.......for the sake of my Adult ADD alone. I mean, it took me five tries to get through the whole doggy post. Throw me a frickin' bone here!

This is an equal opportunity Blog, for the most part. I didn't ban doggy pics. Lord have mercy!

Now, lets get back to being one big happy family......making fun of Chase! GAW!

CHEERS!

Oh, I'm gonna give a shout out to THE GREATEST MEME IN DA WORLD, now that I know our Blog is on her "Favorites" list! WAHOO!
I love you. You're beautiful! And you skip to your lou like no one I've ever seen!
Here's to you SKIPPER!

I should have known...

2006-04-03T23:49:00.000-05:00

Say this in a mouselike nasal voice to get full effect."Join our blog it's so fun! We talk about whatever, and laugh at Chase, we are so funny!"
Loud manly voice, "Get your crappy dog pictures off our beautiful blog, you have defaced it's value."

Angelic heavenly voice of truth, "You are not worthy."

The other guy, "Yes, but just for that let's make them suffer through it!"

Back to the Grind

2006-04-03T15:50:00.000-05:00

Well, we just got back yesterday afternoon from our extended vacation. It was nice to take a few days off work and head south to visit the in-laws and get some fishing done. Crappie were hiding somewhere but we found the hybrids. I also noticed Rob changed his name to TheMan. Seems he changed his name a litte soon considering he just now got his weight machine this past weekend. I guess after 6 weeks we will see if he can back up his name. Oh and Rob I'm still waiting on the Chasisms....I guess I could 'unanimously' pick my own b/c we've all heard them. --fatcrap out

CHIPS Anyone?

2006-04-03T15:46:00.000-05:00

Whoever comes up with the best punchline for this picture wins an extra special prize!

"Do you think I can download the theme song to CHIPS on my slither?"

Give Me Your Tots!

2006-04-03T14:06:00.000-05:00

Amy, don't be such an instagator, GAW!

Power Struggle

2006-04-03T13:14:00.000-05:00

Um, Rob is Amber trying to take over your dictatorship of the blog? I wouldn't stand for it if I were you!

Birthday Countdown....and such

2006-04-03T11:45:00.000-05:00

ONLY TEN DAYS TIL MY BIRFDAY!!!
Just a little reminder!

Moving on.....
As an administrator of this Blog I'm going to have to make a new rule....(eh hem) - Henceforth there will be a limit of how many doggy pictures can be posted. Right now, the limit stands firm at 2. Now, if any of the said pictures contain doggies dressed as humans, your blogging rights will be taken away and your computer will be destroyed immediately.
Consider yourselves warned!

Amendment 1 - you may show as many doggy pictures as you like, as long as the doggy is wearing it's hemmit. NO HEMMIT, NO PICTURES!

CHEERS!

The Adventures of Mickey Mouse Gomez

2006-04-01T14:17:00.000-06:00

This is my first blog so I am just experimenting here. This is our baby. Mickey Mouse Gomez. He is my honey bunny. In this picture he was just a baby. A sleepy little baby, now he is big, with big boy teeth and everything. Rob, we will not be getting rid of this dog when we have a baby. Actually Billy wants to get another dog soon (for him because Mickey loves me more). He wants a German Shepherd. This will be good because we think Mickey is a bit lonely while we are at work each day.

He is a little older here, with his Mohawk and all. Recently we took him to the vet to get him groomed. Much Drama ensued! I told them not to give him a Cocker cut, (traditional cut for breed) But she did it anway!! Billy called and complained. The rest are fun pictures of Mickey. Enjoy!

This is Mickey with his dad! He loves his Daddy:)

Below you can see Mickey taking a bath. He loves to eat the bubbles in the tub. We are not sure if this is bad for him, but it sure is cute!He also likes to pretend he is swimming in the ocean. What an imagination he has!

Mickey is anti-literacy. He is against all printed materials. Often, he will rip them to shreds to show his dislike. What you see here is a peaceful protest, rather than a sit-in Mickey lays across the phone book so that it will not warp my mind with its words. As far as we know this is his only political agenda, so we try to be supportive. Dad has a harder time accepting it than me, I also fear his influence on our childrens literacy.

Above you can see that I did need a haircut. This is also my favorite place to sleep!

This is me with my new haircut. Mom is getting used to it now, she likes me to be fluffy. I also got a new orange tag. It means that I won't get rabies, Yea!!

One last story before I go. Mickey has discovered June bugs, and he loves to eat them. One day he had one in his mouth and I was laying on the floor. He came over and kissed me and the bug dropped into my mouth. At first it was nasty but then the flavor of the bug came out. The crunch added some fun to the bug so I went ahead and swallowed it. Scroll Down Please!

APRIL FOOLS!

Fishing Crazy

2006-03-31T09:23:00.000-06:00

It's official.....I have finally placed high enough to cash a check in a fishing tournament......hip hip.....(you say hoooray). I was beging to wonder if it would ever happen, or even if I should just fish for fun.....but noooo not now. Now the monster is hungry and his favorite food is fish.........we must feed the monster. This is my first official blog because I could not get the gatekeeper (amber) to give me my stinking password. I have another tournament tomorrow so that is why I have fish on the brain today. I would probably be fishing today, but Amber keeps dragging Nate down to the D-town.....tanks amber. Well I hope all you Texas people have fun this weekend and I will try to do some sort of regular blogging now that I am on the inside.

I am outttie....

Clyde

Ya'll Keep Prayin!!

2006-03-29T20:43:00.000-06:00

Hey everybody,
I just wanted ya'll to have a heads up on Mine and
Tiff's plans fo som chilren............settle down now I didn't say we were tryin yet, we got to get some ducks in a row first. She is gonna be lookin for a job in Duncanville and I am just plain old out of a job at the end of May.!! So we need ya'll to throw up some prayers that this business that we started " and that Rob's going to join," will take off. WE love ya'll very much and as Amber would say, " don't for get to put your helmet on!"
LOVE,
Billy G

Where the newbies at???

2006-03-28T15:35:00.000-06:00

OK, now that we have some new blood in here, maybe we can get the conversations flowing again. I'll try and come up with a new Chaseism to put on here...should take about 5 minutes of talking with him to have a new one. We're going to Dave&Buster's tonight, so surely something will happen there that will get the craziness that is Chase started!

2006-03-20T15:52:00.000-06:00

Rob, Trey and I just got back from a fun filled vacation in California. This is Trey in the airplane on the the way to California. This is his "smile" in many of our pictures. More to come...

Birthday Fund Raiser!!!

2006-03-16T15:21:00.000-06:00

ALL BIRTHDAY DONATIONS CAN BE MADE TO AMBER WEAVER, DESIGNATED FOR THE COACH PURSE & WALLET FUND!!!
THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT AND FURTHERANCE OF MY FASHIONISTA PURSUIT! I WILL CARRY THEM PROUDLY!!!
HOW CUTE ARE THESE!!!!

2 Things I Think I Know

2006-03-10T09:02:00.000-06:00

1. I think I know it is Rob's birthday today.

2. I think I know that he's old.

10 Things I Think I know

2006-03-07T10:30:00.000-06:00

1. I think I know that we all have been much too busy to Blog, and that makes me sad.

2. I think I know that I am fairly certain of an evil plot taking place in my local Wal-Mart. You see, last time I went, there was NO Blueberry Muffin Tops cereal. Its just wrong. Something is up!

3. I think I know that my parents are leaving for their Carribean Cruise on Saturday.

4. I think I know that I'm jealous of them.

5. I think I know that Amy, Rob and Trey are leaving for California that same day.

6. I think I know that I'm jealous of them.

7. I think I know that I will not be going anywhere this weekend. But that is okay, because I think I know that I just had a fabulous weekend in Dallas with my family!

8. I think I know that my Barista slipped me a little something extra in my Iced Grande Non-fat White Chocolate Mocho with Whip this morning. I've been feeling warm and fuzzy ever since!

9. I think I know that I have the cutest 8 1/2 month old on the planet. (who by the way is not wearing his hemmit)!

10. I think I know that everyone reading this is jealous of my mad nunchuck skills. Except for Amy, because she's better than I am......AT EVERYTHING!!!

Urgent!!!

2006-02-14T10:46:00.000-06:00

Okay, everyone be in prayer for Rob's interviews...............and that Nathan will get a job soon so we can move!
WAHOOO!

Happy Valentine's Day everyone!

Prayer is Good!

2006-02-06T08:19:00.000-06:00

Wanted to post a quick reminder to all of you that your prayers are greatly appreciated this morning(and week). Everything starts at 9:00 and we'll keep you updated as we learn things. Thanks because I know that you are already praying, so keep it up!

Someone's Not the Baby Anymore

2006-01-30T14:25:00.000-06:00

This is where Trey hatches his evil, world-dominating schemes!

Holiday Pics!

2006-01-26T08:01:00.000-06:00

Cheeeeze!

Henceforth, I proclaim myself the sole ruler of this blog.....since I am apparently the only one who reads it or posts on it anymore. It will now be an outlet for monolog with myself! So, self, here are some pictures from Christmas vacation (hehehe Griswalds)! Hope I enjoy them! I remeber Trey having his finger in his nose, faithfully for 20 minutes straight! Talent! And Bryson lovin' on his snowman, does this count as his first love?! Trey? No, its BATMAN!!! One big happy family!

Dr. McHottie and such.......

2006-01-24T15:58:00.000-06:00

Long time no blog! I don't know where everyone else is! You all just quit blogging! I'll take the reins again, I guess.
Here is what is going on with the Weaver's.......
Bryson is waving 'bye-bye', and has five teeth! He is enjoying Gerber 2nd foods! Hooray for Tootie Fruity! And he continues to drench every inch of our living space in drool! Its precious! Nathan got his eye scratched out and has been a pirate for the past week (okay, there was no patch involved but I wish there would've been)! I started a new bible study on Genesis. Can I get a HooHa for Beth Moore??? And I've become a little addicted to www.thebachelorrecaps.blogspot.com! Didn't really care for the show until Lincee put her spin on things! I want a pink hard hat!
I should have some recent pics of Bryson up soon!
Hope everyone is doing well!

Chaserman, did you fall off of the earth again????

Secrest-Out!

AL GORE

2006-01-17T16:17:00.000-06:00

He just sucks at being a person................DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED!!!!!

I knew it!!

2006-01-11T23:21:00.000-06:00

For the longest time I can remember my brother (in law) saying, " Man don't mess with rock you will only get hurt," 0r something along those lines. Yes I did move out, back home with my lovely parents...:( But the reason was cause I had to find a job, I didn't want to be some slacker,bum, or fat lard always just sitting around(I believe nathan called me those names just for the record). But now that I am no longer with my "brother" he has said, " I want my chaserman chaserman chaserman chaserman chaser back." That is really heart moving rob, i love you to man. And I will miss you crying every Sunday night after we just watched Home Edition, crying like a little baby you do... So all in all it comes out that ROB LOVES CHASERMAN..!! And I always knew it!!

It's just wrong, MAN! (the sing along version)

2006-01-11T18:11:00.000-06:00

How you gonna go and leave a brother (in law) like that? I come home and where once were clothes, now there are only hangers! WIRE HANGERS!!! Where once was a pile of smelly clothes, only my junk! Tell me, how am I supposed to live without you? I guess there is some reason in the grand scheme of things, but now I have no one to play AOE3 with. I'll be nice, I swear! I want my ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan - I want my ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan,ChaserMan - Chaser - ChaserMan BACK...

Posted by a Broken Hearted Bro In Law

Hello 2006

2006-01-09T15:02:00.000-06:00

Well, looky there! It's January 9th and I'm just now blogging. Where has the time gone, I ask you?
Anyway, Happy New Year everyone!
This picture is Bryson playing his "air" trumpet!! He's so talented. Practicing up for the marching band. Uncle Clyde will be so proud of him! He's been a busy boy. He's crawling, pulling up, teething and breaking out in hives! Needless to say - there's never a dull moment! Thank God for Benadryl.
We had such a wonderful Christmas and New Years! I had so much fun with all of you guys! Mom and Dad did a great job! And Chase is just the sweetest thing ever! You make me tear up!!
Here is to moving to Dallas in '06...........CHEERS!

I Love My Family!!

2006-01-02T21:35:00.000-06:00

Well let me tell you that I just had the best Christmas/New Year possible!! It all started with seeing that ole cute kid bryson(also eber and nate). Then going back to see mom and dad along with clyde and candance. The best part of the entire time though was seeing rob pee in his pants when nate, clyde, and myself jumped up and down on the roof screaming at him and amy... It was great!! Then came opening the presents, it was my first year to buy gifts for my fam. Now I know why it is better to give than to recieve, seeing my family enjoy the gifts I bought for them was very special to me. And the presents i got were great to.. On the tuesday after christmas rob, nate, and myself set out to Arkansas. Myself thinking we would go home then do some geocaching around conway.. Boy was I wrong, we did not even stop in conway. We went straight to Petty Jean Mt. and ran, well walk fast for rob and nate but run for me. 7 miles of up and down, rocks and logs, and spraining my ankle i think 3 times. It was fun.. Lets just say i was glad not to go back Saturday..!! Seeing clyde and candances's house was awesome, they worked very hard and you can totally tell it was absolutly beautiful. While me and clyde were going to fill the deer feeders with corn I thought we could shoot my new gun. I have to say that was better than seeing rob pee in his pants.. And then leaving was the hardest part of it all, but you could tell rob was ready to go. I had 4 min. to take a dump, change, and be in the car ready to go. You could say I was hurting for a little bit of the trip..:) But today rob made up for it when he helped me get my classes set up to where I just have to pay. And rob will say something about how easy it was to do it cause he is soooo smart. But i want to thank him anyway and say i love ya rob.. You have really helped me out in my life even though it may be simple to you!!

Runolph the Red Rose Reinreer

2005-12-20T11:05:00.000-06:00

According to Trey this is the correct pronunciation.
According to Chase it was hellyishly cold last night. Another interesting Chaseism comes to you from last night as he was choosing classes for his first semester at COLLEGE. He asked, "Am I looking for English, or English as a Second Language?" Now, you know how hard it is not to laugh (with someone) when such a classic Chaseism flies from their mouth. But, this time I held my composure, and responded, "It's English, Chase, just English". Perhaps I was wrong being that he is from another state? Maybe that was what he was thinking? Or I am staring too deep into the puddle? :) love ya ChaserMan! Keep the Chaseisms flowing!

FF Update

2005-12-20T11:01:00.000-06:00

OK. Now it's your favorite time of the week! Almost all my players did well and moved us forward for a victory. That places my team in the Super Bowl. We had 8 teams that started in the playoffs, I was ranked #8, my competitor this weekend in the Bowl was ranked #7. That's right, the two underdogs have beat the odds to end up in the championship game! My competitor is my brothers roommate down at A&M, and his team looks overall weak. I am currently the favorite to win by almost 20 points! Yeah for me! Now remember, if you win the Super Bowl, what happens? I'm going to DisneyLand! Maybe Chase can be my guide since he's been there now! I'll report back to you next week after the Final Game takes place! Good luck to ME!

I'm Hurrying Home For Christmas!!!!

2005-12-20T08:21:00.000-06:00

Here I come, with my sack full of presents, and my belly that shakes like a bowl full of jelly (considerably less jellier than last year I must add)!!!!!!!
I can't wait to see all of you and give you a big squench!!! Bryson can't wait to throw up on all of you!! Nathan can't wait to eat all of your food!!
I'm so excited I can't stand it.
Pray for our safe travel and that Bryson might sleep the whole way!! Merry Christmas!!!

WAHOOOOOOOOWEEEEEE!

Fantasy Football Update

2005-12-15T10:59:00.000-06:00

Because you all care!
I won my first playoff game and have another one this week. Last week I was the 8th place team taking on the 1st place team. Now I'm taking on the 4th place team. This team scored 30 more points than I did last week. I've picked up a few extra players (Thanks Chase) which should help out my score. Once again I will report to you the results next week. If I win this game I'll be headed to the Super Bowl, and you know what happens if I win the Super Bowl! I'm going to DisneyLand!

By the way, in our nightly computer battle on our addictive game last night I pounded Chase pretty badly. He probably didn't sleep well last night with the screams of his people still ringing in his ears from my Bombards ripping through his fort and town. Oh well, there is always tonight ChaserMan, better start practicing now!

I proclaim this day "Pick on Chaserman Day"

2005-12-13T12:01:00.000-06:00

To whom it may concern,

Chaserman is in fact alive and kickin! Go ahead though and let it all out, ya'll just keep on comin with all the insults.. I can take it, I can also take back all the 190$ I spent on killer christmas presents for EVERYONE!! I just try to help and BANG, chaser is ragged on.. By the way that computer game is like killer killer boots man. Merry Christmas

Casualty in 'War on Christmas'

2005-12-13T11:38:00.000-06:00

I thought Chaserman wasn't blogging because he was severly traumatized during a Christmas, or should I say HOLIDAY, shopping trip when an angry liberal physically attacked him for wishing him a 'MERRY CHRISTMAS'. I was told he was tied up with a strand of Christmas lights right there in the middle of the food court at the mall, and that stinkin lefty is still holding Chaserman captive, on display while chanting "Merry Christmas to NONE and to NONE a good night"!!- Poor Chase, he was just trying to get us some kick-A presents to commemorate the birth of our Lord. What's so wrong with that???

Lost

2005-12-13T11:21:00.000-06:00

I'm sad to report that our dear Chaserman has been lost to the addictive world of computer games. He has a permanent butt print in a chair at the family's kitchen table where he can play for hours at a time. Last night he played until 3:00 am. I believe an intervention is inevitable. We will also have to include Rob, as he has been an instigator in Chase's demise.

ChaserMan?

2005-12-13T10:23:00.000-06:00

Where oh where is our Chaserman?? No phone calls, no instant messenger, I know he is not working that hard. Last I heard from him he was going Christmas shopping....I hope he didn't get beat up by some little old lady and her purse. He may be curled up in the fetal position under a clothes rack at Old Navy. Somebody check. Or wait maybe he has a girlfriend?!?!?!?!

Little Helper

2005-12-12T14:53:00.000-06:00

Okay, here we are at Clyde and Candace's new house. Just taking a couple of breaks from working so hard!!! Bryson and I worked our little tails off!!!
It was a little chilly so Bryson had to wear his hat. You can tell his nose is a little red. Bless his heart!! He's just about to get his first tooth! KING-RATS!

The Results Are IN!

2005-12-10T23:01:00.000-06:00

I wanted to report to the family the results from the Fantasy Football season. Nathan, Chase, and Rob were engaged in trench warfare with a total of 14 teams over the past 13 weeks. Only the top 8 teams were able to move on to the playoffs. I am happy to report that one of the three of us were among the top 8 teams. That's right, it was my team. Our final team name ended up as "The Contender" because I sit currently in 8th place and I face the Goliath 1st place team. I will report back with an update if my team is victorious in this first round of the playoffs. My silence after this post will indicate a loss. Here's hoping!

2005-12-08T15:55:00.000-06:00

Me in a fountain in Rome (pretty sure this wasn't legal)

BREAKING NEWS......

2005-12-07T15:53:00.000-06:00

Amber - reporting live from Conway, Arkansas where we have recently learned that our beloved Clyde and Candace have suffered a tremendous loss. No longer are they the owner's of a thirty year old roomate. The news came sometime yesterday evening or early this morning. Sources say they are holding up well, while being slightly P-Oed!
The coming weeks will tell how difficult the transition will be, moving into their new house without a monkey on their back.
Maybe we could all send them a word of encouragement!

Clyde, I'll make you some cupcakes for your loss!
Nathan will bring the kegg!
Bryson will bring the formula!

Hope you guys make it through alright!

NEXT.........................................................

Monkey Bread (unsweet)

2005-12-05T13:25:00.000-06:00

I made some homemade bread this weekend and I thought it would only be right to brag about it!
IT WAS DANG GOOD!!!
I am making it again for the Whiddon and Box Christmas festivities……..so now there is something else to look forward to!

On a side note, could someone, please for the love of God, get me Ashley’s address at school?

To all my Jewish peeps……………HAPPY FESTIVUS!!!!!!

I’m so ready for a vacation…………..

I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS

2005-11-29T12:03:00.000-06:00

I must say, I've been smitten with the Holly Jolly Spirit himself. 'Tis the Season, indeed!!!

My favorite Christmas song, by far, is "I'll Be Home For Christmas"! For as long as I can remember every holiday season would bring to me an insatiable anticipation for home. Of course I've lived in Arkansas for the better part of my life now, but HOME will always be TEXAS!! Even if only for Christmas day, home is Meme and Papa's house. Christmas isn't quite the same anywhere else in the world, as it is at Meme's!
Its a magical place where there is always way too much food, lots of noise, love that heals a year of hurt in a minute, babies crying along with some of the adults, roaring laughter (often followed by someone sharing that they've just peed themselves), the most beautiful reading of The Christmas Story you will ever hear, wrapping paper flying through the air, Uncle Kyle and Aunt Tam's creative gift exchange, the best nap you've ever taken, and if we're lucky Meme tries to skip to her loo....and when all of that is done - we start over!
It has little to do with gifts, although this year promises to be interesting in the gift department! It has everything to do with appreciating the tremendous gift that God has given each of us through His Son. And realizing that in God's infinite wisdom, He placed each of us in this crazy Box family on purpose! Each of you are my favorite gift. It is my absolute joy to be with all of you at Christmas (or any other time)!
Last year was my first year to not spend Christmas at Meme and Papa's (dang compromise) - all I will say is most of the time we just get how to actually be and enjoy family. And when I'm not around that joy, I am acutely aware of it!
I just can't wait to see all of you!
So..... Meme, Papa, Aunt Sissy, Uncle Clint, Tiffany, Billy, Aunt Vickie, Uncle Kyle, Travis, Farrah, Harrison, Holden, Hunter, Holly, Jason, Dakota, Tatem, Meg, Aunt Tam, Uncle Gerald, Ashley, Brittany and all my Whiddon peeps (and whoever else decides to join us) - get ready, cause I'LL BE HOME FOR CHRISTMAS!
This one will be special because it's Bryson's first Christmas! Oh, I just can't wait!!!! WAHOOOO!
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVERYONE!!!

It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year!

2005-11-29T11:03:00.000-06:00

Ah! Christmas is right around the corner. :) Who else is excited about that? I know Rob is! He is so excited, I think he's gone out to buy Christmas lights so that him and Chaserman can put them on the house tonight. He really gets into the Christmas spirit. ;) I think everyone needs to post their favorite Christmas song and their most favorite Christmas Present. Mine favorite song is the title of this post. HeHe! My favorite all time Christmas prestent would have to be kitchen play set, I don't remember how old I was, but it was when we still lived in DeSoto. Thanks Santa!

Big Buck Deer

2005-11-25T18:50:00.000-06:00

This Thanksgiving, I am thankful for my sweet nunchuck skills. Thats how I got this BIG BUCK DEER!!!

I didn't get it on video, so you will just have to take my word for it!!

Happy Thanksgiving!!!

Thankful for Departure Times

2005-11-21T15:51:00.000-06:00

I am thankful for round trip tickets.....just joking Chase. It has been great this past week to have you around. I've missed you man (tear). Which brings me to what I am thankful for. I am thankful for my amazingly beautiful wife and the most perfect little boy ever...sorry Trey. I am also thankful for my in-laws. I never thought I would marry into a family like this. Ya'll are great and make me laugh daily. Hope to see you soon and more often. One more thing...Thank you Brett Berry, Captain US Army and every other solder standing a post to protect our country.

Gratitude Never Hurts

2005-11-21T13:32:00.000-06:00

I've discovered an incredible secret to life, that later I may write a book about and sell it for twenty bucks a pop, but today - for my family and our one fan that doesn't happen to be related to us - I will share it for free..........
Have you ever had one of those days where you are in a decent mood, and everything seems to be going fairly well? You smile a lot and think to yourself - 'man, life is good'.....you have so much to be thankful for? Then the next time you are in your car - listening to KLOVE, KCBI, or KLTY - someone pulls out infront of you and in half a second you find yourself in a fit of rage, screaming profanities and wishing horrible things on that driver? Maybe none of you do this, but on any given day I can find myself singing along with my Christian radio station at the top of my lungs while simultaniously screaming at the other drivers on the road - rationally wondering why they just HAD to be out the same time as me just to get in my way.
Aaaah.......?'My Way'?.......therein lies the kicker, and the opposition to my new-found secret.
The Secret: Gratitude.
The enemy: Selfish ambition.

Yesterday, we did have a wonderful service at church, like Candace said. I was reminded how much I focus on myself - whether on my strength or weakness- and how little I stay fixed on God, and how Great He is. Of course, I thank God for much. But not as consistantly as I should. He is the source of my life and everything good thats in it. He deserves much more credit......and every last drop of glory and praise that can be rung out of my existence.
I think He was serious when He said, 'In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you'??
Come to think of it, that's no real mystery at all.
Ya know, when someone thanks me for something - it makes me what to do another nice thing for them. You think God is the same way?
Maybe Grateful people are more blessable than those filled with road rage!!!

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!
Even though I won't be with you on Thanksgiving, I love every last one of you - and I'm truly thankful for the family we have. We have much to be thankful for. We are blessed indeed. Thank God!

Thankful

2005-11-20T19:29:00.000-06:00

It sure is a lot easier telling what we are thankful for over blogging instead of everyone starring at you!!!

WOW, after our service this morning it's easy for me to say I'm thankful for our God's wonderful blessings. Somehow I can complain about something every week and when I stand back and look at the big picture, How great is our God?? I have nothing to complain about. He has blessed me with a wonderful husband, an awesome family, a great job, a beautiful new house (that I'm about to move into---Woo Hoo), and one day He's going to bless me with a precious child!

Our God is an awesome God!!! Next.........

Life with my siblings!!!

2005-11-18T19:46:00.000-06:00

I just wanted to share what a wonderful time I have had with my siblings and brother/sister in-laws. And it has only been two days, man it is so awesome. Today me and big nate went to chop some wood and go fishing. He pretty much kicked my butt, he caught 7 and I caught 0. But it was still a lot of fun. Just wish i had a video recorder( hint to my real mother). So in other words i am thankful for my entire family!!

Thanksgiving Holiday

2005-11-18T10:16:00.000-06:00

Well, the Thanksgiving holiday is almost upon us. It seems only right that everyone who read this post should leave a comment about one thing that they are thankful for. This is important since we won't all be together for Thanksgiving, and I'm posting this now in case some people are too far out in the woods of Arkansas to have computer access closer to Thanksgiving. :) I hope that everyone has a great holiday! Today is my last day of school before we have all of next week off. So, let the comments begin and you may leave more than one if you feel the need! Love to you all.

Cutie Booty

2005-11-16T13:48:00.000-06:00

We layed Bryson down for a nap fully clothed, came in later to check on him and we found him like this!!!!

Invites

2005-11-15T11:50:00.000-06:00

I've invited Holly, Tami, and Vickie to join us. Are there any others to invite? Chase, I think that you need to sit down and train your dad tonight on how to write a post so that we can see his thoughts on here. Nothing much going on with me. Just wanted to let you know they have been invited!

Comcast SUCKS!

2005-11-14T15:37:00.000-06:00

Just wanted to let you know that! They are liars and they have really bad customer service, and a reallllllllllllly bad billing department. So if you can read this, never ever ever ever use their services, because all it will do is make you angry. I will write about happier things tomorrow.

Its Been Monday All Day Long

2005-11-14T15:33:00.000-06:00

Today won't seem to quit! I don't know why it won't get over with already! GAW!
Maybe I'm so anxious because I just can't wait for Wednesday to get here! CHASERMAN IS COMING TO TOWN!!!! (I'm singing that to the tune of 'Santa Clause is coming to town')
We will have some good times this weekend! Wouldn't it be fun if Rob, Amy, and Trey surprised us by showing up this weekend??? YEAH!!! We could have a big painting party at Clyde and Candance's!!!

A suspicious bruise has appeared on the back of my right hand, and I have no idea where it came from. Isn't that a weird spot?!! Kinda looks similar to the one from my IV when I had Bryson. Can bruises be recurring???

So, this Christmas has been dubbed "Crafty Christmas"!! Macarroni crafts for everyone!!!! I can't wait to see all of the festive creations. This idea is actually tougher than your ordinary store-bought gift.........we might actually have to put some thought into it this year!!! I was thinking of whittling a manger scene out of some holiday pine!!! Or maybe a finger-painting montauge of some sort!!
I have a suggestion for whomever draws my name.....you may build me a house to live in so we can move. But you have to build it with your own two hands! Don't cheat!! And remember, Nathan is a tall guy! 10ft. ceilings!

Gotta go..................Tuesday is on its way!

Chester the "Mo"

2005-11-11T09:08:00.000-06:00

Happy Birthday to you! He's here, he's well you know...

Hitting on girls. Telling them something about kissing him because it is his birthday. I'm suprised that he doesn't have a sign yet so that EVERYONE will know, but i'm sure that will come when they are passing out lunches. So, I have to make this a quick one for now, but just wanted Chaserman to know that I wish him a Happy Birthday! I know it will be a good one!

Welcome To My World!

2005-11-10T22:45:00.000-06:00

Get up at 6:40a.m., get ready for work...8 hours gone...come home rush to change clothes...decide which fast food to eat...arive at 26 Silver Springs Drive at 6:00...paint, paint, paint, paint, paint, paint, and on and on...arrive back at 11 Hawthorne Drive midnight...clean up and get to bed...and start the whole process over again!! Ughhh! A good piece of advice, NEVER PAINT YOUR OWN HOUSE!! But on the positive side, only 3 more weeks!! Hooray!!

We were painting tonight and neither one of us wanted to be there so we were really dragging. Clyde got up at 4a.m. (crazy hunting!) and so he was tired and I really didn't have any excuse I just didn't want to be there. We had been painting for maybe an hour and he had finished the mantle and I was starting to sand the pantry shelves...I hear him sigh and so I turn to look at him and he was so delirious that he had started to drink his paint out of his styrofoam cup....needless to say he only had white lips!! It didn't make it into his mouth. After that we decided that we needed to wrap it up!

Hopefully when we get settled I can blog more often!

Happy Birthday to Chase in one hour!!!! Chase you will have to forgive me, I didn't get your card in the mail but I will certainly hand deliver it next week when you come up.

The "Get Along Family"

2005-11-09T18:50:00.000-06:00

Since I have purchased my labtop my family has been nothing but getting along. When rob gets home it is a race to our computers!! Rob being on the couch, me being on the dinner table.(difference of 10ft) So we talk crap, send animated people saying insults, and play eachother in games on the internet. Such emotion is in the games, if rob wins against me (which is every game) you are sure there will be 20 insults following. So in reality I just send them cause I can!! Then yesterday my mom got on and played. Let me put this as nice as possible, She KILLED rob and then went to work on him. And no insults followed, such good character by mom. After a few games rob finally won. Oh boy, he sent like two thousand insults to his lovely wife..:( So I look forward to the many nights to come. And right now I am in Orlando, Florida!! It is so sweet, and seaworld is less than one hunred yards away. To bad it is Sixty bucks to go..:( Love you all!!