How'd He know ???

If you have read my blog at all, you have likely figured out that I believe in "signs".... In the hidden meaning in things....

On Monday afternoon I attended a Marketing Workshop held by a local journal broadcasting group- - - and entered my business card for the door prize drawing. I secretly smiled to myself as i did- only because I have been on a tear of wins lately- typically if i have entered, I have won. A picture frame, set of stone coasters, a book, a free night at a local hotel...... It has been an impressive streak :)

Not knowing what the prize been drawn for, I was not surprised when i walked away with it- only slightly unsure how soon it would get used- and what the hidden meaning of me winning it was.

And so, as I leave the event(bottle of wine) in my hands- laughing that I was walking away with the raffled prize- some random stranger says as he passes by " Dont drink it all at once- dont want to fall down the stairs....."

Ok - i wasnt sure why he felt the need to just randomly say that BUT>>>>>>

Several hours later(HAVING NEVER opened or drinking the wine)

I managed to fall down our stairs at home :(

I have a sprained wrist and a concussion to show for my fall- - -

HMMMMM- - - I wonder- How'd he know I was going to fall......

Reflection

I have a tendency to over analyze, pick apart, and obsess about just about any situation- It is one of the things that I dislike MOST about myself..... I am always looking for the meaning in things, and the HIDDEN meaning. I know this is a bad habit to get into and that it really can be destructive to relationships- and yet I do it ..... ALOT.

This has been a LONG week. I have been picking apart and obsessing about things for days.

And then tonight, about the time I stopped concentrating on all of the things that could be "wrong" and lurking just below the surface- I was surprised with the most wonderful, simple, and peaceful evening I can remember in a long time... For once my mind is racing about absolutely nothing. I am relaxed, I am at peace, I am happy :)

You might wonder what specatcular, amazing, things put me in this blissful place....

A hand in hand walk after work with my man, a very sweet(laid back) conversation, A slushee from Sonic, 2 slices of thincrust pepperoni pizza, and a nice hot bath......

It really is the simple things in life that recharge me, make me feel connected and reaffirm what I always know but forget sometimes to remember- Life is good and I am a lucky girl :)

We are dropping like flies :(

5 out of the 7 people in my house are down with, injured, or afflicted to the point of being in bed and needing medical attention for SOMETHING......

I am among the healthy(so far)

I guess it is a good thing- Someone has to be nurse right??

Ack- We need to start triaging in the living room :(

Sure hope this doesnt last for long

What must the neighbors think???

It occurred to me this morning the possible reason why we havent met any of our new neighbors.......

Let's take this weekend for example:

Saturday, in the middle of the snow and the ice and the wind- 3/5 of our children in various stages of dress were scavaging the neighborhood in search of our escaped 1 year old Jack Russell Terrier(Darwin)

We werent quiet about it....

Yesterday, while Jeremy attempted to break into the locked car in our driveway using a coat hanger, the dog was outside barking herhead off and the kids were outside"helping" him, a realtor showed the house that is for sale across the street....... They had a birds eye view of the chaos.... Betcha they wont ask for a second showing!

Our own version of March Madness

So here we are 2/3 of the way through March(ugh)



Where is all the time going(and more importantly WHY do I all of a sudden sound like my parents?)



Ok, time to take a quick check----



Basketball is over at our house(Except for Ethan who is about to start another league)



Softball season is already underway(practices) games begin in a little more than a week.....



Kenzie graduates from highschool in 2 months and 2 days, and I havent even started to plan :(



Her 18th birthdday is in 15 days (how the hell did we get here so fast?)



The washing machine is still broken :(



Although the repair man is coming today- I must admit there was something nice to doing it at



the laundry mat all at once- However probably not a realistic to do on a weekly basis....



Easter is sneaking up on us- How old is too old to not get a visit from the Easter Bunny anyway??

Please Let Me know you were here :)

I have heard back from a few friends that they were reading- but unable to leave comments :(

What a HUGE bummer... I am so sorry. I think the problem is fixed- so if you are out there and reading and havent been able to comment in the past, PLEASE try again!!

Thanks :)

Anybody have a wire hanger?

ARGH
ARGH ARGH
ARGH ARGH ARGH

I have said it before, and I know that I will say it again.... But around here, it truly is ALWAYS something. . . . Today, Jeremy and I managed to escape the house and the kids and go out on a "date".... It was great :)

We enjoyed our time, had lunch and went to IMAX, talked a little about the necessary stuff when running a house and raising kids- primarily the always challenging budget. . . . We are about to sail right into birthday season 5 of the 6 kids plus Jeremy and I have our birthdays in the next 3 1/2 months. Plus Easter, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, One highschool graduation and subsequent get ready for college- - - A second teenage driver, summer clothes, plus all of the stuff we still want to get for the new house....

Somehow- we managed to discuss this, keep in in perspective and come home feeling refreshed and with a renewed energy and sense of humor for what is coming our way- - -

ITS A DAMN GOOD THING TOO!!

I swear to you we were home for MAYBE ten minutes and Kenzie and Sawyer come rushing into our room, hands over their mouths looking quite guilty- and proceeded to sheepishly explain that they ACCIDENTALLY locked the only set of keys we have in "their" car. . .

I look at Jeremy and I can see the dollar signs flashing in his eyes-
To his credit though, he remained incredibly calm and quite insistent that he would take care of this. . . and about 2 hours later- Wire coat hanger in hand , he did just that.

What a good man!!
I love my baby- love my kids- and even though it can be trying I have to admit- I love the insanity that comes with raising our family :)