5 posts tagged “family”

I am currently under construction. I have a double ear infection, and upper resp. viral infection and as of Monday a nice little temp. Fun right? Actually I took a needed day off - I hate taking them and slowed down and enjoyed one of those rare days at home.

For a whole day I did absolutely nothing and you know what? I hated it. I needed it... and I know I couldn't really do anything else - but I am now so ready to bounce back up and be better. I keep thinking about all the other fun things that could have been done instead. The cards needing to be made - the writting that needs to be updated - I didn't even read for crying out loud. (however I enjoyed the crap out of West Wing and Biggest Loser re-runs)

On the plus point - I was scared of being sick now that I am "alone" but it took me being knocked off my feet to discover what I already knew. I'm not alone. Now you my blog reader may be saying to yourself "duh" but perhaps this was my bigger picture. My mom called enlisting herself to help pick up medications and make the needed grocery store juice run. My dad brought over lunch the next day and sat with me totally forgoing his usual lunch time nap - a gift in itself. and My big sister texted and called to provide reminders that if I should need anything - it was taken care of. So what if there was no one else really in the house to provide around the clock care - that never really happened before anyway.

I am not "alone" in the sense of what I have thought it means. I have closed a door, but others will be opening eventually, when I or God decides that it is time. I am alone right now in a way that I can decide what movie I want to watch, I can decide that health is my number one priority. And I can decide that being me isn't so scary.

So stay tuned - once the remodeling is done and I am updated with spring time software 2.0 - I think life is only going to get more interesting from here.

Tonight I will go to Dads for the traditional Christmas Eve, This will be the first in a few where I am a solitary person instead of a couple. but that is okay, I have decided the holidays can be either hard or not. Instead  I will enjoy the presence of my family and the warmth they bring to my life.

I will watch as my beautiful neice gets passed around and enjoys her first Christmas... although she is of the age where it doesn't really matter. I will watch as my little sister reminds me that Christmas is magical no matter what age you are. I will enjoy the fellowship of family as we eat too much of everything. I will continue to see the magic that is my older sister being an incredible mom and strong family unit.

I will do much. I will enjoy it and gosh darnit, I will like it. I hope.

I realize that this blog is almost like an ode to appreciation of family at times. Yesterday I spent quality time with almost everyone and enjoyed watching my little sis hand out candy. Deidre stood for 3 hours and handed out candy to well over 200 trick or treaters, she oohed and awed appropriately over each costume and I would imagine a few kids left Dad's porch stoop feeling pretty festive and special. That's how Deidre is though, she can make people feel like they are the most important thing going on.
Amelia (and her parents) came over to end the evening, I must say she was the cutest ladybug I have ever seen. She even had little lady bug mitts!!!!
So thanks fam for pizza and candy... Dad showed his particular love for reese's cups (LOL)
Dom and I ended the evening watching a scary movie and staying up late.

now what? Dom is at work and I am out of adhesive that I need to finish up my chapstick holders. argh. oh well. I can now work on some stamped cards instead. happy belated Halloween all and have a delight-filled weekend.

Yesterday I had a treat and was able to spend part of the day with Donita (happy birthday) Dad, Deidre and Amelia. We celebrated Donita's b-day and went to the Green Hills open mall area. Lunch was served at California Pizza Kitchen - surprisingly good prices, We split a Thai pizza and a Greek pizza - both very yummy in different ways. The thai was warm and had a nice spice quality to it, and the greek was light and summer with great veggies and feta. Also enjoyed the appetizer just a simple cheese bread but the tomato's for the top were great. Afterwards we walked to Jakes House ie. the Life is Good shop and I stopped in the Cosmetics Market on my way.

Have you ever walked into a store and heard a chorus of something go "whaaaaa" that is my experience in the Market. LOVED it, I have been a Sephora girl for awhile now, but this was a serious contender. Not as bright and in your face, more low key and shop friendly. I will definitely go back with a little bit of play money and time.

Headed home via the Lab where my Dad was able to play proud Papaw and pass his granddaughter around to all the willing participants. It's also sweet to see dad around co-workers who adore him and enjoy him like we do. Made  a quick detour for coffee (mine was an enjoyable iced grande with sugar free vanilla and skim milk)

Nice afternoon off from work... even better to hang out with family.

Then I went home and scrapbooked the rest of the night. good wonderful wednesday indeed. now onto a terrific thursday and a fantastic friday.

Today I will celebrate with my family with a nice Easter Lunch... The menu you ask?

Honey Baked Ham
Hash brown Casserole
Pineapple Casserole
Green beans - maybe
Coconut Cake
No Bake Peanut Butter Cookies

I enjoy Easter, besides getting to spend more time with family, it can be a day for new beginnings. Many times Spring is starting and new things are about to begin blooming. 
I see Donita already in a new phase in her life as she and Robert wait for Amelia's arrival.
Deidre with healthcare and many new doors open and better for her
Dominic having some peace with work and new possibilities coming down the pike.
and one of my dearest, longest friends is Home, she is surrounded by people who love her and support her. Its a very very good thing, and I so hope for her peace and calmness now.
Me? I am finally getting it. My pcos meds are doing their job and I finally feel "normal" and with that comes a new responsibility. Health - getting mine back. It's on and I am going to win this thing. There is a lot to be said for being stubborn and I am.