In the wake of protecting our national security, I initially decided to keep my blog private. However, since many of my friends, relatives, and blog-o-shpere followers can't seem to manuever through the process of remembering a website name, google user name, AND password; I've decided to go public with the 'ole blog. So, here we are out in the open, raw and real for all the world to see. If I detect any funny stuff, I'll move the security threat to red and put the privacy filter back on. Until then, enjoy!
P.S. BTW, if you come for a visit, I'd love to know that you've been here so, please leave a comment to tell us that you've stopped by : ) !
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
Cherishable Sounds
Rain
I like the sound of the rain
coming down
steady, steady
Transports me back in time
old memories
San Francisco, Chicago, childhood days
sitting by the window
watching, waiting
Keep coming down,
we need you, old friend
The rain
I like the sound of the rain
coming down
steady, steady
Transports me back in time
old memories
San Francisco, Chicago, childhood days
sitting by the window
watching, waiting
Keep coming down,
we need you, old friend
The rain
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Look closely to see the Golden Gate Bridge off in the cloudy, rainy distance. 
Sunday, March 1, 2009
And the Winner Is...
Me!
We went to a fundraiser for Claire and Joey's school last night and I won a raffle prize.
It's a gift box filled with scrapbooking materials. I only wish that "free time" was incorporated into the prize because I don't know when I'll find the time to use all of the materials!
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
The Drought Do
This is my new fashion stement designed specifically for the drought. Less time in the shower = less water wasting.
Uh Oh, it's been raining a lot lately.
Could we be exiting the drought?
Eh, no matter, I like it anyway!
I've also cut my "getting ready" time in 1/2!
FREEDOM!
Saturday, February 7, 2009
She Blinded Me with Science
Claire entered the 4th grade Science Fair at her school. She made a spectroscope which allowed her to analyze light emitted from different sources: The sun, light bulbs, candles, black lights, etc. It was quite a project (involving the whole family)! Her favorite part of the project was participating in the fair and seeing all her classmates creations.Birthday Celebrations
My babies turned 10 and 7 on January 25 and 26. I can't believe how the time has flown...
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Hope
Claire Burns
Mrs. Gjestvang
January 20, 2009
Seven things I think after hearing the Inaugural Speech
I think he will stop war because in his speech he said no more tanks or guns.
I also think he will send some money to schools and they can buy more things for the schools.
I think he will help the economy.
I think he will help the poor and the people who need help because that would be very sweet.
He will try to help to make our environment better.
He will make us feel safe when he makes a change, because he is smart.
He will help us make the world a better place, because he is our president and he is supposed to do that.
Mrs. Gjestvang
January 20, 2009
Seven things I think after hearing the Inaugural Speech
I think he will stop war because in his speech he said no more tanks or guns.
I also think he will send some money to schools and they can buy more things for the schools.
I think he will help the economy.
I think he will help the poor and the people who need help because that would be very sweet.
He will try to help to make our environment better.
He will make us feel safe when he makes a change, because he is smart.
He will help us make the world a better place, because he is our president and he is supposed to do that.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Owl Tree
We went on another hike today with Aunt Jennifer to Buckley Station. We hiked out to a special tree that she has named "Owl Tree." She explained that she often sees an owl late in the evening close to this tree. We walked up and John spotted the owl sitting on a branch. My pictures are not the clearest; but, if you look closely, you can see him or her.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Lists
I don't know exactly why, but, I hate lists. I think it has something to do with a past boss and her obsession with lists. She started her day off with a list and couldn't end her day until everything on that ridiculous list was crossed off. She really wanted me to have a list too. And if I didn't make a list, she would make some snide comment about my "list less" (no pun intended) day. Always implying that my work day would be so much more productive if I would only make a list.
My disdain for lists is deeply rooted. It's so bad that I rarely make a list to go grocery shopping. When I do actually take the time to sit down and write a list, I usually forget where I put it - causing me to walk around the grocery store trying to remember what was on my misplaced list. The funny part though, is when I am in the grocery store, I pine for my lost list. And when I return home and realize what I've forgotten, I usually vow to write a list next time.
I am coming around to lists, however. I witnessed my friend, Lyne, thoughtfully and respectively cross items off her list as we were packing up to leave Tahoe. The manner in which Lyne managed her list was very impressive and I made note of the stark contrast of her "list behavior" as compared to the "list behavior" of my old boss. As Lyne crossed items off her list, she seemed to become calmer and more sure of herself. My old boss just became more frantic when she crossed things off, it was like her life was dwindling away and she needed to find more "stuff" to add to the list.
There has to be a happy middle ground for the world of "lists." Maybe I will find it. Maybe I won't. I'll keep you "posted" (pun intended) on my progress.
My disdain for lists is deeply rooted. It's so bad that I rarely make a list to go grocery shopping. When I do actually take the time to sit down and write a list, I usually forget where I put it - causing me to walk around the grocery store trying to remember what was on my misplaced list. The funny part though, is when I am in the grocery store, I pine for my lost list. And when I return home and realize what I've forgotten, I usually vow to write a list next time.
I am coming around to lists, however. I witnessed my friend, Lyne, thoughtfully and respectively cross items off her list as we were packing up to leave Tahoe. The manner in which Lyne managed her list was very impressive and I made note of the stark contrast of her "list behavior" as compared to the "list behavior" of my old boss. As Lyne crossed items off her list, she seemed to become calmer and more sure of herself. My old boss just became more frantic when she crossed things off, it was like her life was dwindling away and she needed to find more "stuff" to add to the list.
There has to be a happy middle ground for the world of "lists." Maybe I will find it. Maybe I won't. I'll keep you "posted" (pun intended) on my progress.
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