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I'm moving...

2006-07-08T18:54:00.000-07:00

Both in real life and on the web. Update your blogrolls, please: http://austinmylf.wordpress.com/

Bald Broadway or Movie Star!

2006-06-27T20:21:00.000-07:00

Performing an excerpt from the hit musical Rent...
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Punk

2006-06-26T18:29:00.000-07:00

Fug Thursday

2006-06-22T09:26:00.000-07:00

I'm no diva. As a matter of fact, I don't do FUG Thursday very often because it makes me feel a little mean. What bothers me most here? Is it the faded black, tapered, no pockets, unflattering, way too short 80s jeans, OR is it the pairing of these with blue and white floral sneakers? I don't think everyone should look perfect. But how can someone have so little self-worth, as to not even TRY? You can dress comfortably and inexpensively shopping at Target, Wal-Mart or Goodwill, without looking like a slob. OR, I think maybe she didn't know better, but then...how could you not look around you and realize you don't look like anybody else? You don't have to be a clone, but at least presentable. Good grief!

America's Got Talent!

2006-06-21T18:38:00.000-07:00

GREAT show. If you didn't catch it, don't miss it again! FUNNY as all get out, but also very talented people, and sometimes both at the same time. LOVED it.

Why did we spend all that money on a garden hose??

2006-06-21T17:37:00.000-07:00

Clearly, you can attach the sprinkler directly to the faucet. What were we thinking?? And who would have ever thought Trivial Pursuit would make an EXCELLENT kids' game! They're all matching the colors in the pies, and trying to get the die in the middle, and trying to roll specific numbers.

Way Back Wednesday - Summertime

2006-06-21T14:49:00.000-07:00

Happy Summer Solstice!! To celebrate the first official day of summer let's see some summery things...bathing suits, beaches, BBQs, water balloon fights, wet t-shirt contests...you name it! I'm assuming from my outfit that this was technically not summer, but hey, it's the lake! I have no idea where or when this was taken, but it's my Granddad mowing the lawn, old school style. My grandmother and my favorite cousin Sarah, I'm guessing 1978. This is the only picture I could find from Key West, June 2001. And a bonus, because when the theme was graduation, I couldn't find this.

did you play?

oh frick it all

2006-06-21T13:14:00.000-07:00

So a very very very good friend of ours is here from California, and they're going to six flags tomorrow. We're broke, but we have season passes including parking, and a place to stay, so OF COURSE Evan and I will go too. I finally made the decision to spend the gas and drive to Dallas, got all excited and just about ready to walk out the door, when I remembered that someone is coming to look at the dishwasher tomorrow. I can't ask the landlord to reschedule it because we already got onto her about not getting someone out here fast enough. I just want to cry...we'll still get to see him this weekend at an annual reunion, but STILL! Anybody want to come sit at my house all day tomorrow???

Evan made his own lunch

2006-06-21T08:18:00.000-07:00

His hair's not fixed and his face is dirty. Still pretty cute though.

Goodbye, Mr. Rather!

2006-06-20T16:05:00.000-07:00

44 years - holy! Maybe I'll see you on the lake this summer! Respect.

Damn this pisses me off!

2006-06-20T16:04:00.000-07:00

He picked the kid up from school. What 14-year-old's parents don't know exactly where their kid is after school?? Crappy ones, I tell ya'. Maybe I'm overprotective, but this is the parents' fault without a doubt. Lawsuit happy money-grubbers. Disgusting. Not to mention, what about facebook, all blogging sites, etc.? The entire internet is unsafe if used improperly. The story: Austin girl sues MySpace.com 6/20/2006 11:00 AM By: News 8 Austin Staff A 14-year-old Austin girl is suing the popular Internet site MySpace.com. The girl claims she was sexually assaulted by a 19-year-old Buda man she met on the site. He was arrested May 19. The girl is suing MySpace for $30 million. The suit says MySpace fails to protect children from adult predators. "MySpace has presented itself to the public that it is safe for young users, that there are extra protections in place for 14- and 15-year-old users ... those protections in fact we believe are utterly unsatisfactory," lawyer Carl Barry said. The MySpace site includes a list of safety tips for users and warnings against posting identifying information. It also warns users to be aware of strangers and people who may not be who they claim. "No one is more committed to Internet safety than MySpace" MySpace's chief security officer said in a released statement. "We take aggressive measures to protect our members. Ultimately, Internet safety is a shared responsibility. We encourage everyone on the Internet to engage in smart Web practices."

Sunday Six - Father's Day!

2006-06-18T08:18:00.000-07:00

1. What is a Father? A father's your dad. Your dad's a father. 2. Why do we have Fathers? To keep us safe and sound. And to love. 3. What do Father's do? They keep you safe and sound and dry from all the wet lightning thunderstorms. They keep you safe. A lot safe. 4. How do you celebrate Father's Day? By being good to your father. 5. What have you learned from your Father? A lot of different stuff. 6. Do you have any other names for your Father - if so, what are they? Um, John. That's my father's name.

Way Back Wednesday - Rub-a-Dub-Dub

2006-06-14T08:24:00.000-07:00

Rub-A-Dub-Dub! I'm doing it..."vintage" pics (since they are of us...NOT our children) as bathing beauties My favorite cousin Sarah and I - probably around 1978.

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Attitude Camp!

2006-06-09T13:06:00.000-07:00

Evan went to taekwondo camp this week, and the theme was attitude. They incorporated weapons and warpaint into the idea that one can put on a warrior face, regardless of one's circumstance, and create a good attitude. They did a presentation for us today.

Here's Evan demonstrating his sword skills. This is his instructor and the owner of the academy. We LOVE LOVE LOVE her.

SPF - aperture

2006-06-09T13:04:00.000-07:00

SPF this week is brought to you by with the help of Dictionary.com1. ap·er·ture n.

An opening, such as a hole, gap, or slit.
1. A usually adjustable opening in an optical instrument, such as a camera or telescope, that limits the amount of light passing through a lens or onto a mirror.
2. The diameter of such an opening, often expressed as an f-number.
3. The diameter of the objective of a telescope.

1. A wide open space. Evan and I at Pike's Peak, 2002. 2. Brightness. Today's Texas sky.

3. In the dark. Cedar Park fireworks 2005. Picasa makes these cute collages.

Didya play???

Can't wait - this should be fun!

2006-06-08T20:37:00.000-07:00

I have registered to play in the PokerStars World Blogger Championship of Online Poker!

This Online Poker Tournament is a No Limit Texas Holdem event exclusive to Bloggers.

Registration code: 6118506

My latest addiction, and I think I've been hacked...

2006-06-08T20:12:00.000-07:00

First, I am totally addicted to online poker. Only the free kind, but still, I might have a little problem... Second, my user name on here has mysteriously changed from Amy to Mom, and suddenly my profile is private. WTF? Should I be worried? My password is pretty obscure. I guess I should just change it? Pffffft

Urgent: US House to vote today on Darfur funding

2006-06-08T06:48:00.000-07:00

Later today the House of Representatives will vote on whether or not to provide critical funding for humanitarian aid in Darfur. In a country where a state-sponsored genocide has already claimed over 400,000 lives and left millions more homeless and starving, this funding could literally mean the difference between life and death. Last month, the United Nations was forced to cut daily food rations in half - well below survival level - due to lack of funds. We need your help today to make sure that this doesnt happen again. Please call your Representative today and ask that he or she vote for the Obey/Hyde/Lantos amendment which would add $50 million in humanitarian aid in Darfur. We have provided a call script below for you to use. Just one minute of your time could have a tremendous impact for the millions of innocent men, women, and children in Darfur who live every day in fear of murder, starvation, and rape. You can find contact information for your Representative here, http://www.house.gov, or if you know who your Representative is you can simply call the Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and ask to be connected. We have included a sample call script below. Thank you once again for your commitment to helping the people of Darfur. Sincerely, David Rubenstein Save Darfur Coalition ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sample call script: Hi, this is [NAME] calling from [CITY/TOWN]. I'm calling to ask Congressman/woman _____ to support the Obey/Lantos/Hyde Amendment to add $50 million dollars for humanitarian aid in Darfur. Do you know if [HE/SHE] will vote to help provide this crucial aid to the million of men, women, and children displaced by the genocide in Darfur? If yes: That's great news. Please thank [HIM/HER] for me and let [HIM/HER] know that I'll tell my friends and family that [HE'S/SHE'S] supporting this important cause. If no, or don't know: [ONLY IF NO] Do you know why not? [EITHER WAY] Please let [HIM/HER] know that these programs are keeping millions of families alive and safe. Please ask [HIM/HER] to do everything [HE/SHE] can to ensure that humanitarian aid life support system remains intact. If possible, I'd like a written response explaining [HIS/HER] vote. Thank you for your time.

Yet Another Evanism...

2006-06-07T17:05:00.000-07:00

I'm sure we'll never run out... I'm playing on-line poker on my wireless laptop and I lose my connection. "Hey! I lost my connection!!" to which my son answered, "Well just find it again Honey!"

this is me

2006-06-03T12:04:00.000-07:00

The Rimmel Bus was at HEB today, so I let them put makeup on me. Seemed like a fun time to take some pics and play around. It's no Kate Moss, but it's me!

SPF

2006-06-02T10:51:00.000-07:00

Something Sparkly Something DullSomething Colorful*

*i found these cute little bags for $2 each!

My new favorite quote...

2006-06-02T08:44:00.000-07:00

The Office's Michael on the company casino night, "I know it's illegal in Pennsylvania, but it's for charity, and I've always been a great philanderer."

Word of the Day

2006-05-31T06:50:00.000-07:00

BATHYCOLPIAN: Possessing a large bosom

Taekwondo

2006-05-27T08:38:00.000-07:00

Evan graduated to tiger belt last night. The tiny martial artists are a riot. And that sweet, beautiful woman tying his belt could kick your ass 10 ways to Sunday. Well, unless you're also a 4th degree black belt. I'm thinking about getting into it too...

Comment Spam

2006-05-25T10:34:00.000-07:00

I never had any spam in my comments before. Now, I suddenly have like 60 in one day. WTF?

Way Back Wednesday - History Lessons

2006-05-24T08:22:00.000-07:00

I'm feeling quite a bit better, but spent most of yesterday out of the house because John is sick now. He got that new contract at work with benefits just in time to use some of his sick time! The Kept Woman says "it's history! Looking for shots of you at a historical site or monument..." Having spent a large chunk of my childhood in Gaithersburg, MD, just outside Washington DC, I should have lots of good stuff for this, but I don't. I don't know where any pics would be from that time in my life. Weird. So, instead we have the historic Royal Hawaiian and Moana Surfrider hotels on Waikiki. Did you play?

Popping In

2006-05-22T10:52:00.000-07:00

Flutter pointed out that I've been AWOL from my blog, so I thought I'd better show up. I just haven't felt like writing much, and now I'm sick. I'll be back to chattering soon...

Grey's Anatomy

2006-05-15T21:59:00.000-07:00

I am PISSED. That whole ending sucked. What the hell? Meredith should have chosen Finn! Chris O'Donnell is so much cuter than Dempsey, and plus, well, McDreamy is an ass. And Denny?? How dare they!! I can't even stand it - I feel like these people are real, and and it's all screwed up. AAAAAARRRGH! Stupid stupid stupid writers.

2006-05-14T20:47:00.000-07:00

Well Mother's Day was a little disappointing. John is really sick, so we stayed in all day and he didn't get me a present. Well, that's not totally true - last night while I was driving the sitter home, he went to the grocery store for mums and eclairs. I didn't sleep well last night, so the boys did let me get a nap this afternoon, and I finally dragged them out to Outback for dinner. My friend Stacy and I were just discussing that Outback is always good for the price, but then tonight my steak was tough. They gave me a flower though. I am really grateful to have my boys, and I'd take them with no gift over any other boys and diamonds! If you look, you can really see my lazy eye in this picture. I think it's cool.

2006-05-14T08:43:00.000-07:00

Exhausted!

2006-05-12T17:41:00.000-07:00

Evan and I spent a good 5 hours today at Austin's Park and Pizza. We had so much fun, but I am WHOOPED! We had pizza buffet, rode bumper boats, played Lazer Tag, rode go-karts, played miniature golf and Evan got a hole in one, and played video games. I'm too old for teacups. I thought I was going to barf, and Evan was the one doing the spinning, so it couldn't have been that fast. The most fun part was that the place was full of middle-schoolers on field trips, so we got to play with the big kids all day.

The Waiter

2006-05-12T08:42:00.000-07:00

If you've still not read this blog, it's my favorite hands-down. I mention it now because he's got a fun radio interview to which you can listen. Enjoy!

SPF - Twosies

2006-05-12T08:15:00.000-07:00

This week's challenge: 1. Something you have 2 of. 2. Something you wish you had 2 more of. 3. “Two” Something I have two of - BOYS! These boys are the loves of my life. One is my hero through and through, the other is my greatest joy and greatest challenge. Something I wish I had two more of. Well, anyone who knows me would never guess I'd become a bag whore, and actually, I just WANT to be a bag whore. This is my one beloved little Coach bag, well-loved, with a broken zipper and well it's SPRING now.So these days I'm coveting these. So superficial, I know, but I'm not a generally superficial person, so I allow myself these little dreams. "Two" - Represented by our latest addiction, Case Number 2. Did you play?? Let me know, and let Kristine know too!

On Mother's Day - The Best & Worst Places to Be a Mom

2006-05-09T07:53:00.000-07:00

The day a mother gives birth can be one of the best days of her life, or one of the worst, depending on what country she is living in. Many babies in developing countries struggle to live past their first 24 hours. The State of the World's Mothers 2006 report focuses on ways to improve the health of mothers and newborns in developing nations. It lists the best and worst places to be a mom, the causes of maternal and newborn deaths, and low-cost solutions that are saving newborn lives across the globe. As one of Save the Children's newborn health experts put it: “If we want healthy babies, we have to have healthy mothers.” Won't you join us in the effort to help save newborn lives? It’s as simple as clicking here to learn more about the State of the World's Mothers in 2006.

Deal or No Deal

2006-05-08T17:27:00.000-07:00

We are so addicted to this show. Did y'all see the guy on there tonight?? FLAMIN', honey! Too cute. I LOVE the models' dresses tonight too.

Dance Dance Dance!

2006-05-08T16:32:00.000-07:00

Sunday Six!

2006-05-07T12:23:00.000-07:00

The game is called "Sunday Six". Basically, Kelly will post 6 questions on Thursday or Friday and you get to post the answers to these questions on Sunday! The trick to the game... You have to get the answers from your kids! When you have youngins like mine, you get some really fun answers! OK, well this was a most depressing edition of the game! At least he's four, and not really capable of grasping the concept of time. Right?? Good grief. Well, here we go! 1. How old is old? Really old. YOU are old. 2. Who do you think of when you hear the word old? You 3. Are you old? Yes. Is that right? I mean, I am not old. You are old. 4. What does it mean to get old? To grow up. Is that right? 5. How old should you be to get a job? 2 years. And your computer has to be this old to drive. 6. Who should take care of old people? God. And giants.

This is news?? Hello!

2006-05-06T10:49:00.000-07:00

Study: US mothers deserve $134,121 in salary

Boys and their Hair

2006-05-06T09:50:00.000-07:00

I took this picture to show how proud I am that John cuts Evan's hair, and he does such a good job. On second thought, I guess THIS is what happens when you let a man cut his child's hair...

V is for Van

2006-05-06T09:47:00.000-07:00

Future genius at work! See him connecting the dots by number?? So proud!

I got an A!

2006-05-05T11:33:00.000-07:00

I just found out I got an A in my Pharmaceutical Math course at ACC! Math has never been my strong subject, and this one was challenging, although it was VERY cool stuff to learn. Hooray!

WBW, SPF, and Everything Else

2006-05-05T10:17:00.000-07:00

So, due to having some fillings done on Wednesday morning, I was in the World of Valium from about 9:00 Tuesday night until yesterday morning. As a result, no Way Back Wednesday at that time. Yesterday morning was my final exam. I was late because I had to stop for gas, then I busted my ass on the steps running for class, flip-flop flying, skinned knees, ripped jeans the whole bit. Then I was SURE that I totally screwed up the test, but I scored a 96!!! Now I'm back to get all caught up. This week's theme: Itsy Bitsy Teeny Weeny Yellow Polka Dotted Bikinis of the past! In celebration of my upcoming trip to Mexico let's see all those hot bathing suits of the past! I couldn't find a childhood one of myself, which sucks because when I was 2, my grandmother made me a bikini that had a heart cut out of the bottom so there would be a tan heart on my plump little ass. Instead, you get my favorite cousin Sarah, circa 79 or 80 I think.Here's Evan, at about 18 months. Last, here I am at about 18, trying to be all hot for my boyfriend. Of course my eyes are closed, but the pleated Girbaud shorts and neon bikini totally make up for it. Look how skinny I was! OK, since it's Friday, I guess I should get around to SPF here at some point...Something with Flavor. I thought about sharing what was left of my lunch, but it wasn't a very nice photo. We put these on LOTS of stuff. We also like Fiesta Fajita Seasoning, but we're out of that right now.Body of Water. Inks Lake early this Spring.Where I Park my Ass and the blanket my Grandma made for our wedding.

More Evanisms

2006-05-02T15:17:00.000-07:00

John: "You can tune a piano, but you can't tuna fish!" Evan: "Yeah, Daddy! And you can tune a violin, but you can't tuna sandwich!" Evan's theory of electrocution states that if you are electrocuted and then the world has no power, you must share your power with the rest of the world. Then, after some thought he added, "So you can still watch your favorite shows." Just now after expressing his disgust at the thunderstorm outside and then weilding his karate kicking leg, "Targeting the rain...FIRE! Targeting the rain...FIRE!"

Sunday Six

2006-04-30T14:49:00.000-07:00

The trick to the game... You have to get the answers from your kids! Why do people work? So they uh…to make us money. What is your favorite toy at the moment? My four-wheeler Why are there flowers on the earth? To smell good What is your favorite movie (cartoon, story or TV Show) at the moment? Buzz Lightyear of Star Command What is your favorite snack? I like, um, tuna fish. But I haven’t eaten my favorite snack in a long time Why do people drive cars? To get to places.

Big Love

2006-04-29T10:52:00.000-07:00

I don't know how realistic this is, but it sure is engaging, thought-provoking. HBO On Demand is nifty.

I suck

2006-04-29T09:07:00.000-07:00

This sort of thing is a pattern with me. Makes me feel dumb, and like a crappy mom. I got the times mixed up for the soccer game this morning, so we missed it. There are only 6 kids on the team, so they really need all of them to be there, or else they don't get enough breaks and they get tired. John reminded me that this is why I have a PDA now. Well, the PDA (and the laptop) have the right time, but I thought I KNEW what time it was, so I didn't even look. The good news is that Evan didn't care, but I still feel like an ass. Blah.

Building Blocks!

2006-04-29T09:06:00.000-07:00

Who would have guessed that these storage boxes from Ikea would become blocks! He's been building stuff with them for two days. This, he "thinks" is "some kind of chamber". Now he's building a "gas chamber". Fortunately, it seems that he thinks a gas chamber is a place where someone who needs gas can get gas, rather than, well, a gas chamber. Too much TV you think?

Stark Raving Mud

2006-04-28T14:46:00.000-07:00

I should have known that a day that started with the ghost elimination trail would just be a weird day. Evan informed me that he is going stark raving mud. Obviously I said "What?!" to which he answered "Stark! Raving! MUD, Mom!" Later I went to lie down and close my eyes for a few minutes, at which point my child decided to bury me under laundry and stuff. It was dark and quiet and peaceful in there, while I knew exactly where Evan was, and that he was safe and being entertained. What do you know? We have invented the PERFECT game! I let him use the camera, which NEVER happens so he could take a photo of his handiwork (can you find my hand sticking out?), and another random photo while he was trying to figure the thing out.

Um, should I be worried?

2006-04-28T08:38:00.000-07:00

SPF is down there somewhere, I promise. This is what my child is doing this morning. Apparently this particular arrangement of kitchen tools is related somehow to extinguishing ghosts. Among these are a ghost poker, a ghost squasher, and a ghost eater.
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Bumper Stickers

2006-04-28T08:20:00.000-07:00

My Hero sent these to me via IM when he was supposed to be working. I'm actually quite pleasant until I'm awake my mommy's tattoos are better than your mommy's tattoos Madness takes its toll. Please have exact change ready. I'M NOT IMMATURE you stinky butt poo poo head I killed a 6-pack just to watch it die. Do I look like a f***ing people person? So, when's the wizard going to get back to you about that brain? Friends don't let friends vote Republican Who Is Going to Clean Up After the Elephants? Does the Little Mermaid wear an algebra? I saw a woman wearing a sweatshirt with 'Guess' on it. I said, Implants? Aren't you glad Bush isn't on your side? It ain't over 'til your brother counts the votes SATAN FOR PRESIDENT Oh Wait... He Already Is

Stuff Portrait Friday - How I See It

2006-04-28T07:35:00.000-07:00

Today's assignment from Kristine is as follows.

It’s how you look at it! (and Dashababy’s birthday) I wan’t you to remember what you learned a few weeks ago and use them this week.

1. Something Big

2. Something Small

3. Half of Something

Remember, PERSPECTIVE. It may be small to you, but get on the floor and take the picture and see how big it looks. GET CREATIVE!! Think outside the ~~house~~ box. Half of something can be taken ANY way. Actually, all of these can be taken any way you want.

Something big. Lots of choices here! Parts of me - boobs, feet, nose, ass. All big. Then there's my boy who is FINALLY moving to his own bed, sorta. Very big indeed. The mess in his room. HUGE. So this was a difficult one for me. Finally, I settle on the big, ugly, rainy, trip to Six Flags ruining Texas sky.Something small. Perpetually, pathetically small, our bank account.Half of something. If only she had half a brain! I have half a mind to give her what-for! So now I share mine with you, half a brain.Did you play?

Um...TV "Preacher"

2006-04-26T10:14:00.000-07:00

Not safe for kids. Yeah. Amen. (This is long. You can probably get the idea if you don't watch the whole thing, but it IS entertaining)

Sunday Six!

2006-04-23T19:01:00.000-07:00

Sunday Six!

From Kelly, Evan's answers aren't especially cute this week, but they make sense! 1. How big is the whole world? "Bigger than anything." 2. What is a rainforest? "A forest that rains in." 3. What lives in the ocean? "A whale." 4. What color is the Earth? "Every color." 5. Why do humans live in houses? "To keep them warm." 6. Why do we celebrate Earth Day? "I don't know. "

FEMA wants $4.7 million back from Katrina victims. Victims: "We'll get right on that."

2006-04-22T19:06:00.000-07:00

From FARK.com

Evan scored a goal!

2006-04-22T16:35:00.000-07:00

I need to point out that my child has spent most of his inaugural soccer season looking for animal shapes in the clouds and picking flowers, so this is a HUGE deal. Today he suddenly started going after the ball, and blocked a couple of the opponents' goals too. Great Job, Bubby!

My teeth

2006-04-22T08:11:00.000-07:00

They're still really painful. I'm on painkillers full-time, which I hate, and I'm having to lay around a lot. They do work though, especially in conjunction with lots of ibuprofen. Dentist on Monday morning. I panic at the dentist, and I harbor a chronic fear of general anesthesia, so I need everybody's happy thoughts with me. This SUCKS.

Stuff Portrait Friday - ARG Matey!

2006-04-21T17:33:00.000-07:00

Today Kristine wants to see portraits of things that begin with my initials.

First, we have A for animal, my precious Fred the girl doggie. Next I have captured the rust of a star that sits on my mantel. It used to hang on my house when I had a different house. Last is the G, grape jelly left from hubby John's favorite meal, PB&J sandwich. Did you play?

Misery and Cheese

2006-04-20T07:24:00.000-07:00

First for the misery. I THINK I have a wisdom tooth coming in, and now it's pushing on all my other teeth, and that whole side of my face is in excruciating pain all the way from my jaw back to my ear! My regular doc called me in some painkillers, and I think they're helping. I don't know when I'll be able to get in to the dentist. The cheese is this. I SO want to go to this! I didn't go to my senior prom. The problem is that I don't want to ask John, I want HIM to ask me, but I don't think he even knows about it.

Way Back Wednesday - We Are Family!

2006-04-19T08:22:00.000-07:00

This week, The Kept Woman wants to see our oldest family picture. I often don't get to play WBW, but this week I have LOTS of stuff that will fit the theme, so y'all are getting SEVERAL pics *grin*.

Here is my grandmother with my Aunt Jeannine and my dad. I'm assuming this was Easter Sunday, with the hats and all. My Aunt Jeannine in an unbelievably hot shirt, with my dad and my Uncle Jack. This should be around 1970 or so. Here is my Aunt Jeannine with Uncle Don in the middle and my dad on the right. That's me in my grandmother's lap, circa 1974. How about that mustache? Husband John in the velvet vest and butterfly collar, with his parents and sister. I'm not sure who all these people are, but husband John is the one at the top making the dorky face. His little brother Chris is shirtless, and I think his sister Bonnie is on the left in the red shirt. The rest are various cousins I believe. Two of my very favorite people who are now watching us from Heaven. My Granddad and his mom in 1979 at our house just outside Washington DC.

Did YOU play???

Infamous

2006-04-18T16:14:00.000-07:00

Hey y'all, check out this week's rack over at Kami's! Know whose it is? Do ya do ya? Huh?

Springtime Houseguests

2006-04-17T19:44:00.000-07:00

Apparently this is a good place for a nest. There was one in the same place last year. John wants to knock it down, because he's afraid Evan will contract bird flu. I take bird flu very seriously; however, I am not willing to believe that OUR birds will be the ones to introduce it to the United States from overseas...

Evanisms, aka From the Mouths of Babes

2006-04-17T19:18:00.000-07:00

Just now, Evan's block hotel was demolished in his frustration - he was upset that it kept getting knocked over by the wind. So his daddy explained that an engineer would design the hotel so that it would be safe on a windy day, so he can play engineer and figure out how to build a sturdy hotel with alphabet blocks. Evan said "I know! We can build it with LASER BEANS! And when the wind touches it, alarms will go off, and traps." Then, he spilled popcorn and announced that we need a bacuum cleaner to clean it up. This reminded me that I originally started blogging save these things for prosperity. So, I need to add the time that he was talking about eating corn on the log, and then he announced that his friend Ted's mom Stacy needed TP for her FUNhole. My favorite as of late, to his friend Will at their school Easter party, "Will, your nose is really APPEALING!"

Busy Holiday Weekend!

2006-04-17T08:49:00.000-07:00

Saturday we hunted eggs at Evan's Taekwondo place, and then went to the park with his friend Ted. Saturday night, John and Evan colored eggs while I was babysitting. Sunday morning, after the Easter bunny, we went to church, and hunted eggs AGAIN, and then off to a Round Rock Express game. Came home and played in the sprinklers after that, as apparently summer is just about here - calling for a high of 97 degrees this afternoon!

Here are all the pictures - enjoy!

Way Back Wednesday: When you were still just a twinkle in her eye...

2006-04-12T10:43:00.000-07:00

This week's theme from The Kept Woman is all about pre-you. The time in your parents' lives before you came along. The ideal shot is, of course, your mom in her "delicate condition."

Here we have my mom in both a wedding AND preggo pic. Not showing yet, but I promise this was a good old fashioned Oklahoma shotgun wedding! Did you play???

Breaking News!

2006-04-10T10:47:00.000-07:00

OK, so like 6 months ago, John's "boss" (they have a no-management style - everyone works directly for the owner) talked about a sort of promotion for him. Basically, everyone there is a contractor, unless he or she is an Engineer, but they had something more permanent in mind for him, even without the degree. He's REALLY REALLY REALLY smart and talented and diligent and responsible. Then the whole thing hit the back burner, and we've been waiting to see what would happen. We were just about ready to give up, as contracting just hasn't been our cup of tea. This is huge for us, more stability, a good chance to fix our tax mess, affordable health insurance, probably a raise. Anyway, he suddenly has the opportunity to talk to the owner this week, probably Thursday! The funniest thing happened last week, they found out that he can solder, which they didn't know, so we're giggling that this happened because he can solder a circuit board. Anyway, BIG GOOD JOB VIBES PLEASE.

Camping!

2006-04-10T08:53:00.000-07:00

We went camping this weekend at Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan near Burnet (BURN-it). There were lots and lots of these silkworms, and they really tried to ruin it! The kids played in the water, but my friend Dave has most of those pictures. They climbed trees and we went hiking. There were also lots of armadillos, or giant roly-polys to our boys. The lake was really low, but there were a few bluebonnets, the most I've seen this year.

Sunday Six on Friday

2006-04-07T13:58:00.000-07:00

Thanks for the questions, Kelly! I'm playing early because we keep missing it on Sunday! Answers courtesy of Evan, age 4 1/2. 1. What planet do you live on? "Erf" 2. What happens if you don't eat all your dinner? "You get in trouble." *Editor's note, this is total baloney. He never eats all his dinner. 3. What happens when you are sick? "You have to go to the doctor or stay home today." 4. What makes a rainbow? "Rain" 5. Do you know everything there is to know? "No. No!" 6. What do you want to be when you grow up? "A firefighter"

SPF! Take Me Off Auto

2006-04-07T13:28:00.000-07:00

I haven't played in a while, because Kristine's themes haven't been something I could work with. This weeks was FUN and pretty easy. Hooray! By the way, I don't have SLR, but I have a very good P & S. These were taken with my Kodak P850. I'm fully aware that my kid isn't really "stuff", but I like taking pics of him the best. No edits except minor cropping and the airbrushing of pizza sauce from the chin...

Macro: take a picture of something ‘close up’

NO FLASH: try swiching the flash off and taking pictures of your stuff without it Perspective: get up high or down low…either way, change the perspective of your picture.. ...did you play???

Party on, Wayne!

2006-04-07T11:39:00.000-07:00

Today was the Easter party at Evan's little preschool. First, they did a little dance for us. I cut it short so it wouldn't be too long, so you don't get to see them stick out their bottoms and their tongues. Hilarious! Evan's in a plaid shirt and khakis there in the center. Video Hosting - Upload Video - Photo Sharing We all brought food and they pigged out.Then we went outside and the kids hunted eggs. After that, it was also a little girl's birthday, so we did that too. His teacher rules. Now I'm just left with my very own chocolate bunny! Happy early Easter, everybody!

Sigh of relief...

2006-04-07T04:38:00.000-07:00

Last night I was going to hang out with my girlfriend Stacy and I asked John if I could pimp in his new ride and he said "sure". I had no idea it was even going to rain, but anyway, they had about 10 minutes of 1" hail here at our house and it barely even rained at Stacy's house just a few miles away. How about that!? Hail damage on the new car would have SUCKED. I guess we DON'T always have the worst luck.

IDOL!

2006-04-05T18:30:00.000-07:00

WHAT?????????? I am JUST DEVASTATED. Without a doubt one of the top three or four singers on the show. Stupid stupid voters.

Idol

2006-04-04T17:14:00.000-07:00

So far the singing is about as good as can be expected on country night. Taylor did pretty well. My problem has been with some clothing issues here....Mandiva is NOT built for an empire waist. And WHY is Randy wearing a floral vest and a striped shirt? Is he confused? CUTE outfit Paris. I thought her song choice was good, but I also thought she could have done that song better. HELLO! Ace is BACK, Baby. I still love Chris bestest, but DAYUMN. LOVING Kellie's top. Very minxy. Uh-oh Kami, she's wearing skinny jeans. Again, great song choice but she could have done it better. She's doing really well, but this song should have been perfect from her, and it was a little, well, pitchy.... Chris is doing very well, but I'm disappointed he chose a ballad instead of some rockin' Tim McGraw, Alan Jackson, Brooks and Dunn, Garth Brooks, even different Keith Urban... Hot damn, I've got McPheever tonight! What a GREAT job, she's just so perfect dangit. Bucky did fine too. He's not so bad. Of course I didn't comment on Elliott - sorry. I can't stand him.

Holy Anatomy, Batman!

2006-04-02T22:05:00.000-07:00

I had to do a double-take! Is that CHRIS O'DONNELL? In the name of all that is holy that IS Chris O'Donnell on Grey's Anatomy. Robin himself. One of the most adorable actors alive, hands down. This show COULD actually get better - it's downright amazing.

Taekwondo

2006-04-02T10:17:00.000-07:00

My little martial artist. He graduated to orange belt Friday evening. His mouth is open like that because he's saying "hiYAH!" I have a video, including a bad-ass sword demonstration by his instructors, which I will post as soon as I remember how to get it from the video camera to the computer :-)

WHAT?!?!

2006-03-30T09:20:00.000-08:00

I'm just now watching AI from last night. I knew Lisa would be outta there, but Katherine in the bottom 3? And not Bucky or Elliott or Paris? DAYUM! I know we gotta vote, but I can never get through.

Motivation, or lack thereof

2006-03-30T08:46:00.000-08:00

I stayed home from school today to clean my house. Bubby's been at preschool for almost two hours, and here I sit upon my lazy ass. So bad! I just can't wake up today...

Fug Thursday

2006-03-29T20:10:00.000-08:00

OK, I'm fugging a house. Kami, I hope this is OK, because I just immediately thought of Fug Thursday when I saw this. From left to right... Bedraggled stuffed Halloween characters on the bench, I took this photo a few days ago, yes in March. Archway askew, complete with dangling stars and Christmas lights, and a blue tarp to protect the walkway? There is an Italian flag on the front door, and in the top of that right window we see a hot pink swag. You can't tell in the picture, but I promise you that swag was plastic. WTF??? OH, and the house is trimmed in burnt orange. OK, I understand, it's a Longhorn thing, right?? The whole thing just has me downright befuddled, I tell ya.

Hooray for March Madness!

2006-03-27T08:54:00.000-08:00

John just won his office bracket. We don't watch basketball. He made some educated guesses, but mostly picked LSU just because we're LSU football fans. Nice!

RENT

2006-03-26T20:29:00.000-08:00

Haven't seen the musical, but finally saw the movie last night, all by myself, next to a snoozing Bubby. What a way to watch a movie! So now anyway I'm addicted. Better late than never right?

White Chocolate Desperation - UPDATED

2006-03-26T19:08:00.000-08:00

Evan ran across a bag of white chocolate chips, so I said we'd bake tonight. I'm making these. And how about those Desperate Housewives?? Those writers just absolutely rock - I was falling off my sofa when Susan, Mike and Dr. Ron "crossed paths". And Brie? What a mess! Update - HOLY MAGOLEY these "brownies" are phenomenal!

Weekend!

2006-03-26T17:33:00.000-08:00

It was a busy one. Yesterday, Evan had a soccer game, and then we headed out to Inks Lake with friends. It was really nice! I'd drive out there again to camp, but not worth the drive just for a few hours, especially when you can't drive very well at night, like moi.
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Today, Evan and I headed up to see Grandmother in my hometown Salado. The little you-know-what jumped right into the creek! Kami, sorry about the "house pants", he wouldn't hear of wearing any different *wink*
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Vanity Plates

2006-03-26T17:29:00.000-08:00

OK, I know all y'all hate these, but that aside, I have them (My truck Tallulah - 2LULLA) and we are maybe going to get them for John's pimpmobile. If you saw CJN GST would you know what it was supposed to say?? It's on a charcoal grey and black sports car...

Sunday Six!

2006-03-26T16:09:00.000-08:00

The Sunday Six, courtesy as always of the lovely Kelly. We've missed a few weeks, so I'm excited to present the following, by Evan, age 4:" 1. What is a sleep over? "It's where you sleep at your friend's or someplace." 2. What do you take with you to a sleep over? "Your sleeping bag." 3. What is vacation? "It's when you go far far away from your house." 4. What do you do on vacation? "You go to see part of your family that's far far away." 5. What do you do after a sleep over? "You....leave." 6. Do you like vacation? "Yes. Some of them. Some of them are bore bore boring."

A NEW ME - Updated!

2006-03-24T16:39:00.000-08:00

Ok, so I decided we shouldn't have our last name on my blog, so I'm moving to a new one. You can find me at austinmylf.blogspot.com. I know to copy and paste my template to the new place, but can I take my archives over there too, or are they just gone? I am now the MYLF. The mom you'd like to....what? Can y'all help me find a fun word?? NO DIRTY WORDS. We've thought of fling, flummox, finger-paint. Nothing quite fits, or does it?? Y'all help me SO THE MORE I THOUGHT ABOUT IT, THE MORE "FINGERPAINT" GREW ON ME. PLUS, MY MOST PSYCHO FRIEND LIKED IT, SO HOW CAN IT BE WRONG?