So far this week I have: (sorry for the boring post I will put pictures on when I can find my camera..."TANNER! What did you do with mommy's camera???" Most of my things these days are disappearing because of him. Little monster.)
1. Started exercising and eating A LOT healthier. I don't have a marathon in mind-I know I can't run. But anyone can walk, and walk I will. My goal is to loose some weight so I will be the only beach babe Dee has his eyes on in the Caribbean. I still need to find our pedometer so I know how far I'm going-but it's so crazy in the morning getting Taycie out on time that I keep forgetting I'm forgetting it. Anyway. With Tanner in the stroller and all the kids met up for walking to school we start. We take all the kids to school and then I walk another 45 minutes-I don't come back home until 9:30 even if it means going one more block. (Side story: as I was walking this morning I found a van with two tiny kids in their car seats -no adult anywhere- so I turned the license plate into the police officer stationed there at the jr high. I'm sure that mom thought she was "just running in" but that is so not ok with me, and she was gone at least 15 minutes. I was SO upset about it, and still am!!! It was up on the main road and anything could have happened to those little ones. I pretended to be on my cell phone when she came out but I was really standing there to make sure nothing DID happen to her babies. Sad huh?) So back to my exercising; it feels good (now that my shin splints are better) and I have added an extra block, I think every week I will add more. It's easier then I thought it would be and I'm not exactly killing myself. I don't know what kept me from exercising before except for all the time, effort, sweat, and work; you know? Well, it's gonna be worth it!!
2. Made two batches of sugar-free strawberry jam. I did the math and with as much jam as we use on PB&J's it was cheaper for me to make some homemade. AND with being on a bit of a health nut soap box this week I went for the sugar-free recipe. I wish I could say it was a whole years worth...but maybe I could do another batch before the berries are out of the grocery stores for good. I'd love a batch of raspberries...YUM!
3. Even more yum! Currently making SALSA. OLE! I got a call from a neighbor that our youth group had tomatoes from their service garden they needed to give someone. So with my extra I will give some made salsa back to them. There is no way we could eat 32 pints of salsa in a year! It's yummy and I know Dee will be happy to have it all made and off the kitchen counter but I had to go buy more HOT STUFF because the batch I made yesterday was too mild for him. Now I'm going to get it spiced up mucho mucho and see if he can handle it!
Thanks for letting me add topics to my blog besides the usual husband and kids...I'll let you know how the weight loss goes. Wish me luck!
Friday, August 29, 2008
Monday, August 25, 2008
There she goes...there she goes again!
And now, you can hum the rest of the song along while reading my post!
I'm talking about Taycie off to her first day of second grade!! No tears this year! From either of us!! She has a great teacher, Mrs. Hansen and from what I could tell a very small class size-horray! Last year her class was semi out-of-control at times when I would go and volunteer. She's growing up fast! And I really know this is the best thing for her. She will have to listen and obey someone other than me...maybe it will make it easier to mind me. Fingers crossed! She's gonna do great! I know it!!
So, this is us today-all smiles! First, thank you all for checking in on me and giving lots of encouraging words on my last post. Things were getting a bit crazy! So far, the cars and air conditioners, and such have all been functioning in their right ways. What a relief! I was able to get some of that laundry done; and caved on the ironing. Instead of doing it myself I found a dry cleaner that will press pants for only 2 dallas!! And they look so much better professionally pressed anyway. We were trying to save the money but it is so worth my time right now to have someone else do it!
Tanner has become accident prone-again. It comes and goes. He fell down our lower stairs on his bike a few days ago. I heard the falling and hoped it was only the bike. Since I didn't see it happen I don't know if he really meant to try and ride down the stairs or not. But there they both were tangled together at the bottom of the stairs. Super mom mode kicks in and you scoop your baby up off the floor, he's crying, you want to cry. And you check-everything-nothing broken, nothing bleeding-whew! Bonk on the head, no big deal, he's had a million of thoes-they're harmless right? So you snuggle until the tears stop and he jumps off your lap to run and do something else crazy! (This is his bike he got for his birthday and it's small enough to keep in the house; although we may have to move it outside away from stairs now.)
As far as Taycie being off to school this morning he keeps asking for her, "Tay-tee?" and I say "We took her to school, remember?" "OOOOHHHHH" he says. "Dah-Dah?" "Daddy's at work" "OOOOHHHHH". He must be lonely, I'm almost done blogging honey!
I'm talking about Taycie off to her first day of second grade!! No tears this year! From either of us!! She has a great teacher, Mrs. Hansen and from what I could tell a very small class size-horray! Last year her class was semi out-of-control at times when I would go and volunteer. She's growing up fast! And I really know this is the best thing for her. She will have to listen and obey someone other than me...maybe it will make it easier to mind me. Fingers crossed! She's gonna do great! I know it!!
So, this is us today-all smiles! First, thank you all for checking in on me and giving lots of encouraging words on my last post. Things were getting a bit crazy! So far, the cars and air conditioners, and such have all been functioning in their right ways. What a relief! I was able to get some of that laundry done; and caved on the ironing. Instead of doing it myself I found a dry cleaner that will press pants for only 2 dallas!! And they look so much better professionally pressed anyway. We were trying to save the money but it is so worth my time right now to have someone else do it!
Tanner has become accident prone-again. It comes and goes. He fell down our lower stairs on his bike a few days ago. I heard the falling and hoped it was only the bike. Since I didn't see it happen I don't know if he really meant to try and ride down the stairs or not. But there they both were tangled together at the bottom of the stairs. Super mom mode kicks in and you scoop your baby up off the floor, he's crying, you want to cry. And you check-everything-nothing broken, nothing bleeding-whew! Bonk on the head, no big deal, he's had a million of thoes-they're harmless right? So you snuggle until the tears stop and he jumps off your lap to run and do something else crazy! (This is his bike he got for his birthday and it's small enough to keep in the house; although we may have to move it outside away from stairs now.)
As far as Taycie being off to school this morning he keeps asking for her, "Tay-tee?" and I say "We took her to school, remember?" "OOOOHHHHH" he says. "Dah-Dah?" "Daddy's at work" "OOOOHHHHH". He must be lonely, I'm almost done blogging honey!
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Us Jensens always say...
"If we didn't have bad luck we wouldn't have any luck at all!" Over the last couple weeks we've had lots going on and a bunch of it falls under the bad luck category, sadly.
Bad: The DVR got messed with (Taycie) and the last hour of the SYTYCD finale was not recorded. I could have cried! I didn't get to see the end and I missed half of the judges favorite routines plus the extra routines the top 4 had done together.
Good: Joshua won SYTYCD and Katee was "top girl". I wish this show was on more than once a year. I just love it.
Bad: Dee passed a kidney stone only after just three weeks or so ago having a CT scan that the Dr. said he was fine. Um, check it again please!
Good: My mom is healing nicely from her first knee replacement surgery. I have been taking care of her lots. The kids love the extra trips to grandma and grandpa's house. Tanner yells "YAY!" and claps his hands when we pull into the driveway. Knee #2 is scheduled in six weeks. Then my dad is up next for his. We are keeping the physical therapist employed for the next 5 months.
Bad: Dee has had lots, lots, lots of car trouble. It all started with a flat tire on the way to work. 5 am, in the dark, changing a tire on the side of the freeway is not so safe. Same day-on his way home from work he lost the brakes entirely. Near miss car accident #2; requires replacement of the master cylinder. We hear brake noises get worse as the week ends and that Saturday was spent replacing brake pads, turning rotors, and buying new drums for both the car and jeep for what was needed on each vehicle. The jeep still needs it's wheels balanced. I just keep forgetting to take it in.
Good: Having a husband that is able to fix the cars when something goes wrong. Only really in the saving money factor because he got SUPER dirty and sore.
Good: Seeing an old friend for the first time in FOREVER! Giving hugs, smiles, encouragement. Being amazed at how our kids have grown. Exchanging blog addresses so we can keep in touch better.
Bad: Being 3 weeks behind on laundry 'cause I've been taking care of my mom.
Good: Blogging.
Bad: Realizing on a Friday night that the house feels a little warm and wondering
why the air conditioning is not working? It's still high 90's here, TOO darn HOT to loose your AC; couldn't get a repair man until Tuesday.
Good: Air Conditioning working properly after wonderful father-in-law tried everything in his power to fix it. Repair man + new condenser = happy family.
Good: My niece had a baby boy! Kyle was 7 lbs and 5 oz and 19.5 inches long. Good job Savanah and Zac! And thank you for making me a "Great" Aunt!
Bad: Crying all the way home from anniversary date with loving husband. (This involved a discussion on whether or not we should sell the house with upcoming student loans and other issues at hand...to be able to buy again later on.)
Good: Having a date with loving husband for your anniversary. Having that loving husband to go through life with, make choices with, celebrate our trials (is that possible?) and celebrate our triumphs! It was decided we are staying put and we feel peace now.
Good: Decorating. This is some vinyl I put on the face of my mantle/fireplace.
In case you can't read it the quote is: "Prayer is the key to heaven, Faith unlocks the door". I am going to find an antique key and padlock to affix as well.
Bad: Poor husband having crisis after crisis at work. It was decided "they" (company x-meaning his old employer) could load him to a restore point for his current employer. Some IT mumbo-jumbo. (My idea by the way-I'm totally taking credit for it; I'm humble like that.) So he was able to update from there what needed to.
Good: Seeing (and kissing) AMAZING husband when he comes home after a long day. We love him so much for for all that he does for us!!
In the end-it's all worth it. The kids are safe and sound and happy and we love each other.
And the BESTEST news of all time?? An "anonymous donor" has booked us a Caribbean cruise for Dee's graduation present!!!!!!!!!! WOHOO! We can't wait!! Gotta apply for passports real soon! We'll be on a beach somewhere far away in March, miss us!
Bad: The DVR got messed with (Taycie) and the last hour of the SYTYCD finale was not recorded. I could have cried! I didn't get to see the end and I missed half of the judges favorite routines plus the extra routines the top 4 had done together.
Good: Joshua won SYTYCD and Katee was "top girl". I wish this show was on more than once a year. I just love it.
Bad: Dee passed a kidney stone only after just three weeks or so ago having a CT scan that the Dr. said he was fine. Um, check it again please!
Good: My mom is healing nicely from her first knee replacement surgery. I have been taking care of her lots. The kids love the extra trips to grandma and grandpa's house. Tanner yells "YAY!" and claps his hands when we pull into the driveway. Knee #2 is scheduled in six weeks. Then my dad is up next for his. We are keeping the physical therapist employed for the next 5 months.
Bad: Dee has had lots, lots, lots of car trouble. It all started with a flat tire on the way to work. 5 am, in the dark, changing a tire on the side of the freeway is not so safe. Same day-on his way home from work he lost the brakes entirely. Near miss car accident #2; requires replacement of the master cylinder. We hear brake noises get worse as the week ends and that Saturday was spent replacing brake pads, turning rotors, and buying new drums for both the car and jeep for what was needed on each vehicle. The jeep still needs it's wheels balanced. I just keep forgetting to take it in.
Good: Having a husband that is able to fix the cars when something goes wrong. Only really in the saving money factor because he got SUPER dirty and sore.
Good: Seeing an old friend for the first time in FOREVER! Giving hugs, smiles, encouragement. Being amazed at how our kids have grown. Exchanging blog addresses so we can keep in touch better.
Bad: Being 3 weeks behind on laundry 'cause I've been taking care of my mom.
Good: Blogging.
Bad: Realizing on a Friday night that the house feels a little warm and wondering
why the air conditioning is not working? It's still high 90's here, TOO darn HOT to loose your AC; couldn't get a repair man until Tuesday.
Good: Air Conditioning working properly after wonderful father-in-law tried everything in his power to fix it. Repair man + new condenser = happy family.
Good: My niece had a baby boy! Kyle was 7 lbs and 5 oz and 19.5 inches long. Good job Savanah and Zac! And thank you for making me a "Great" Aunt!
Bad: Crying all the way home from anniversary date with loving husband. (This involved a discussion on whether or not we should sell the house with upcoming student loans and other issues at hand...to be able to buy again later on.)
Good: Having a date with loving husband for your anniversary. Having that loving husband to go through life with, make choices with, celebrate our trials (is that possible?) and celebrate our triumphs! It was decided we are staying put and we feel peace now.
Good: Decorating. This is some vinyl I put on the face of my mantle/fireplace.
In case you can't read it the quote is: "Prayer is the key to heaven, Faith unlocks the door". I am going to find an antique key and padlock to affix as well.
Bad: Poor husband having crisis after crisis at work. It was decided "they" (company x-meaning his old employer) could load him to a restore point for his current employer. Some IT mumbo-jumbo. (My idea by the way-I'm totally taking credit for it; I'm humble like that.) So he was able to update from there what needed to.
Good: Seeing (and kissing) AMAZING husband when he comes home after a long day. We love him so much for for all that he does for us!!
In the end-it's all worth it. The kids are safe and sound and happy and we love each other.
And the BESTEST news of all time?? An "anonymous donor" has booked us a Caribbean cruise for Dee's graduation present!!!!!!!!!! WOHOO! We can't wait!! Gotta apply for passports real soon! We'll be on a beach somewhere far away in March, miss us!
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Interesting. Very interesting.
You Are Esmerelda!
Which Disney Princess Are You?
Please come back and tell me what Princess you are. Or, you know I'll be visiting your blogs like every day this week so you could just post it there where I can see it!
Mysterious and passionate. You are a survivor. Even though life has swung you some difficult situations you have a strong intuition that gets you through. Also, you have the capacity to sympathize and relate to a variety of different people.
Which Disney Princess Are You?
Please come back and tell me what Princess you are. Or, you know I'll be visiting your blogs like every day this week so you could just post it there where I can see it!
Saturday, August 9, 2008
Do you remember this?
This day was August 7, 1999. Nine years ago. Are you in that picture? How funny did you look back then? 'Cause I'm seriously laughing. I just can't believe how much the younger kids have grown, how many others are now married and gots kids now, If you can see Darcy-she's holding an itty-bitty baby. Jen had just had Joey. My friend Katie had been married the day before, and another friend, Dustin, was about to leave on his mission. I have all these nieces and nephews graduated from high school now, embarking on college and married life and motherhood-Savanah is due any day. I can't wait to be a "great aunt". Even though I am already "great". That line stolen from Camille, Jen, or Liz, Trish or Sara when we found out we were having Taycie. I think you all fought over the position. :)
I'm dying from how skinny and young Dee looks. I know that face, I love that face. I can still feel exactly why I fell in love with him so fast. I just couldn't resist. There are those things I wish I could "do over" like my hair and veil...and if only Sara had found her amazing photography talents back then...but all in all we were so blessed to share that day with all of you! Thank you!!
That's right...Dee and I celebrated anniversary numero nine-o on Thursday. We got a date day out on the town for a movie and dinner. We saw The Dark Knight and thought it was pretty good, then had dinner at the Sky Box (a sports grill at the Gateway) and I had the best chicken macho nachos ever! YUM YUM! Life is so full of busy-every day junk we had a hard time feeling like it was a real get-away/escape just to be about us and nothing else...but I will say that I know I love him for the man he strives to be, the provider-husband-and father that he is, the sacrifices he makes so that we will have a future as bright as the sun shining on us that day nine years ago. (And it was BRIGHT! You can tell because everyone in the picture is squinting.)
We do have our trials babe, but I wouldn't go through them with anyone else. And one day we will look back another nine years and think...wow-where did the time go? It's been an amazing ride and I look forward to what's ahead. I love you forever and more than you know!
Saturday, August 2, 2008
Tamales, Trains, and Tears; Times Two
Ok then. Haven't updated since:
So so so so so so so sad to see Will eliminated. Comfort held her own there for a while but we all knew she wouldn't make it to the end.
And after that we had this:
This last weeks show was so amazing there is no-way I could possibly choose. I can't wait to see what happens this Wednesday and I am so sad that it is the finale already!! Did anyone else notice how excited Adam Shankman was? He literally was shaking after every routine trying to put words to his emotions for a critique. I loved it!
Girls: Katee is my most favorite and has been solid in every single routine as Nigel pointed out. Here's me, "That's exactly what I was thinking!" But Courtney has really grown on me lately. Especially this last week with Mark.
Boys: Twitch is a character and I really like him, but Joshua and Katee's Paso Double absolutely KILLED me. He gets my vote...even though I don't actually call in. I should call in...and make my voice heard-people! (By people, I mean the half-dozen family members that love me enough to visit my pathetic blog.) Thank you for making me feel important!! :)
So so so so so so so sad to see Will eliminated. Comfort held her own there for a while but we all knew she wouldn't make it to the end.
And after that we had this:
This last weeks show was so amazing there is no-way I could possibly choose. I can't wait to see what happens this Wednesday and I am so sad that it is the finale already!! Did anyone else notice how excited Adam Shankman was? He literally was shaking after every routine trying to put words to his emotions for a critique. I loved it!
Girls: Katee is my most favorite and has been solid in every single routine as Nigel pointed out. Here's me, "That's exactly what I was thinking!" But Courtney has really grown on me lately. Especially this last week with Mark.
Boys: Twitch is a character and I really like him, but Joshua and Katee's Paso Double absolutely KILLED me. He gets my vote...even though I don't actually call in. I should call in...and make my voice heard-people! (By people, I mean the half-dozen family members that love me enough to visit my pathetic blog.) Thank you for making me feel important!! :)
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