Category: Pay attention to me…me me me…

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It’s all about the shoes people.

I went shopping for a warm sweater since its getting cold here. I found lots of cute things at Ross. Did they fit right and look fabulous on me? No they did not. While I wandered around aimlessly trying to convince myself not to jump off a bridge because I have a big butt, I spied these.

This lovely little number. Sitting there all by it’s lonesome. For 14.99. That retail for 69.00. I am the Queen of Bargains too! Who knew a little ‘ol pair of shoes could take someone from the brink to such joy?

They are without a doubt my favorite shoes so far. I can’t wait to wear them tomorrow with jeans and a black sweater. I’m back baby!!
Yeah!!

Ok, like OMG. I just looked these shoes up on Zappos.com and well..they aren’t just flats. The buckle swings up to be Mary Janes!! Do you know how cool that is? It two, two, two shoes in one! Woot!! I am so happy. I think I am going to cry.

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I’m the Queen of FREE!!

It’s amazing how good it feels when the world works with you and not against you. Most of you know we purchased a LOT of furniture from IKEA in Sept. of ’05. Within months, the cushions on the sofa and chair were misshapen and uncomfortable and when I informed IKEA of the situation that Dec.,  they dismissed me and I never heard from them again. Until yesterday!
I got a call from the Sofas Manager and Curtis was very helpful. He said he would replace all of them because of the 10 year warranty and I should bring them down and exchange them. Mind you, I lost the receipt over a year ago, I figured I didn’t need it anymore anyway since they weren’t going to do anything about it. He said I didn’t need the receipt because he wanted me to be happy with my purchases!
I was expecting a fight when I got there today and the ones who didn’t know of the situation balked and complained that Curtis needed to stop telling people things that he wasn’t authorized to do. I kept my mouth shut and said lots of thank yous along the way.  It worked to my advantage not to get too worked up, because I think getting riled would have caused more drama than nessessary and I would have looked like someone trying to take advantage of the situation, which I wasn’t. I just wanted a sofa that worked like they claimed it would; one that would stand up to years of abuse and a 220lb man sitting on it 50,000 times!

I got my wish. I now have all new cushions, both seat and back on the couch and two new cushions on my matching chair. I couldn’t be more thrilled. Best part is, they have been redesigned since I last bought mine. These “new” and “improved” ones have a layer of down/goose feathers and not only look more plump, but are firmer when you sit down. I expect these to last quiet a while and if they don’t, oh I’ll be back….you can guarantee it!!

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Saddness, Pain, and Sorrow=Hope and God’s Promise

This weekend a friend died. She was a wife and a mother, daughter, and aunt. She will be missed. It still seems unreal, yet the raw emotion is very present. I deal with emergencies very well. I am strong under pressure. It’s when things are quiet and still that I feel it. It comes on like a blanket smothering me and draining my energy and emotion. I tend to sleep when I am grieving, something that helps me deal with it all.
I think know she wouldn’t want me to grieve her in such a way. I think she and her family would want myself and others to celebrate her life, the memories we have of her and the commitment she made to Jesus when she asked Him to be her Lord and Savior. We are sisters in Christ and I will see her again.

I am so thankful for many things. I am thankful for my salvation in Jesus Christ. He saved me from myself and gave me a life filled with hope and promise. In Him I have been given a gift of life because He died on the cross for me. I am so thankful for my family; my husband, my children, my parents and sister. I am so thankful for friends and their love and support. Without these relationships, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. Thank You.

I wish you a happy holiday!

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Pain in the foot…

or is that neck? My surgery went smoothly except for the post operative pain and dizziness. I think because this one was bigger and in an awkward place, it seems to be hurting more than the last three. I hope to return to work tomorrow, but don’t want to push my recovery. Today is much better than yesterday and I am upright more than I am horizontal, so I consider that an accomplishment. I am still having some blurred vision and dizziness, but I think that will just take some time to work out of my system from all the meds I was taking for the pain. I am not too keen on pain meds. They make me loopy. Jon got to see and hear me snore quite a bit on Saturday. Several friends brought us meals and it was much appreciated! I wish I could have enjoyed them much more as I was pretty out of it Friday and Sunday. I got to eat dinner with the family in the livingrooo with my foot propped up and we all watched Extreme Home Makeover together. It was normal Stueve chaos and fun.

Now, if I could only get the one shoe I am allowed to wear to match my boot in height and still look good, I’m golden.

That’s all for now…I have lots of shows to catch up on!

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I don’t have a lot to say….

Things are pretty crazy here. In bullet form here is a list of my life.

  • Friends leaving
  • Brenna at Outdoor Camp
  • Fall Fest on Halloween Night
  • Upward Registration Night at a local Pizza place
  • Foot surgery on Friday. 4th time is a charm. Maybe…
  • Laundry, lots of Laundry
  • Dishes, always dishes.
  • Grocery shopping
  • Costume Making
  • Carpooling
  • (Fit working somewhere in there)

This is my life.

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I need a new camera

I need lots of new things. Our camera is something that I would like to replace so I can get good shots like the ones I see on Flickr. Mine come out overexposed and blurry. Yeah, I know user error. I get it. But when you push the button on your camera and doing so makes it shake, it’s time to get a newer one. I’m just sayin’ is all.

Ok, so! I don’t have a whole lot to talk about, not because there isn’t a lot going on, but that who wants to be bored by all my whining and medical non-sense? When I get some test results back with some damn answers already, then I might post about it. I read back thru some of my previous posts and oh my gosh! how depressing did that all sound?? Goodness. Too much even for me.

Work- Good. Busy. Getting ready for Open House and Art Show next week. Learning new financial software. Not fun.
Home- Good. Busy also. Choir concerts, Adventure Camp, Upward advertising, Upward registration, Fall Fest 07, school conferences, and being exhausted from all the things on the schedule!
Health: Ok. Lots of blood tests to figure out what the heck is going on with me. Going to see old Ortho about another cyst on my foot and knuckle joint. What a joy. More surgery is in my future me thinks.

I’m off to cook dinner. Something I don’t enjoy anymore, but when you run out of money to go out to eat, you have to get creative.
Stuffin’Turkey Meatloaft anyone? Or Spaghetti with Alfredo? How about Tater Tot Casserole?? I know…Burger King! Just kidding..I hate burber king as MJ calls it.

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The View From Here

I’m at work (shhhhh). I just thought I would pop on and give you a glimpse of what my eyes see each day.

This is my desk. This is where I sit each day to greet the parents as they come in. This is where I take tuition, update the website, answer the phones, answer questions, work on spreadsheets, and love the families who come in each day.
I love my job. I feel at home here. I feel needed and wanted and useful. I have a purpose. Is this what God was talking about when he said we were put on this earth for a purpose and one day we will find that purpose out? I used to think being a mother was my purpose, but that was planned all along. (and I am not as equipped with Mom abilities as well as some other Mom’s I know) I think my purpose is to help people. I know that is a pretty general statement and all of us are to help one another. So, I think my purpose is to use the gifts God has given me to be able to relate well with others, use my connections for good, and minister to their lives and meet their needs. If you are good at meeting people, getting to know them, and can relate to them on a deeper level because of your life experience then you have a genuine opportunity to make an impact in their lives and for the kingdom. I pray that God gives me those opportunities and when he does, that I recognize them and use them for His glory and not mine. It sounds like a daunting task, so I’ll need some chocolate to give me energy! I love my job, both earthly and spiritually.

What is the view like where you are?

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Well 4 can play at that game!

Bring it on I do say, so you think you are smart?
Rhyming in prose, I’m a million times more skilled than thou art!
I can see I am up for much competition. Good thing I have mad skillz, much
too bitchin’. Watch and learn and you will see, SweetBippy snap them like 1, 2, 3.
I have no idea of what I just meant, but it rhymed so who cares, I’m like Barbie to your Kent. (huh?)

A new Hero’s discovered as he pondered his box,
those Irish lads trusting the “brother”
sly as a fox.
A new tattoo for the man who saved the day
a kiss, flying toes, and superboy ways-
who could ask for more in a show, every Monday?
Syler’s no power means someones in charge
Mohinder is scared, Noah fearing the killer at large.
What will become of Claire’s new love?
I wonder what it’s like to get kissed high above?!
Nikki and Micah soon to part ways, while Dad is
6ft under, a flower on his grave.
Who is this mystery killer abound?
Keeping them frightened, watching for sounds?
No one will know until it’s revealed next episode
Keep watching….and waiting….I think I’ll EXPLODE!!

Well that is all I have watched because I am tired
I worked all day long, so I could retire. To bed, to the bed
to get much sleep, I’m much too tired to even count sheep!
I hope I have tried with all of my brawn, to keep up with Matt, Debbi, and Jon.
Here I will sign, over and out. Try to keep up- of that I’ve no doubt!
Adios, Auf Weidersehen, Goodbye and Sayonara. If you are lucky, You’ll see me tomorrah! <grin>  

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I’m a sharp angle tip. What does your lipstick say about you?

Lipstick Shape

 

Slant close to original shape

Abides by the rules

Great follower

Doesn’t like too much attention

A little self-conscious, reserved

Schedule driven

May occasionally want to attract

Attention: dye hair, new outfits.

Rounded tip to a point

Loveable

Family oriented, domestic

A “doer”

Stubborn over little things

Exaggerates

Needs people around

Rounded smooth tip

Easy-going

Peacemaker

Even tempered

Steady

Likeable

Generous

Flat top

To the point

High morals

Very dependable

Quick minded

Loves challenges

Careful about appearances

Sharp angle tip

Opinionated

High-spirited

Dislikes schedules

Selective of friends

Outgoing likes attention

Argumentive

Flat top concave

 

A great detective

Make friends easily

Inquisitive

Adventurous

Complex

Exciting

Sharp angled box curved tip

Creative

Enthusiastic, energetic

Talkative

Loves attention

Falls in love easily

Helpful

Sharp angles both sides

Spiritual

Curious

Seeks attention

Mysterious

Loves life

Big ego