Changes and more changes!

It seems our lives are always in a state of flux. Not that change has to be a bad thing. We have been very busy with house improvements....mostly cosmetic; paint, patching, reorganizing, packing. We are busy with my crazy work schedule; I am working as much OT as I can. Basket ball takes up 4-5 days each week. We have decided to take a break from indoor soccer this winter. My work partner, Scott G., may be relocating to the Boulder area. It is a great opportunity for him...and gives me a great place to visit. Dad is in FL for the winter. But the boys and I will be visiting for Thanksgiving. We found a great apartment for when we are ready to move. So things have a way of working themselves out.

Things That Don't Suck

After spending an entire day in tears I am exhausted and look like shit! I'm sick of feeling like this.....so I thought it was time to make a list of things that don't suck.

1. My adorable and super great kids. Not only will they still snuggle with Mom, but they are such fun to take places and so well behaved (99.9% of the time).
2. Friends...what would I do without your kindness?!?
3. Kathy's blog....always full of insight and humor!
4. S.F. caramel soy lattes.
5. The dinner table scene from Talladega Nights (soooo very wrong ya gotta love it!)
6. Books...what a great way to escape.

Disclaimer: I reserve the right to add to and/or change this list at any time, without any notice - so there!

Covered Bridge Festival

On Friday, we went to the Parke County Covered Bridge Festival. The weather was perfect, the leaves were semi-colorful (not too much color to be found this year) and there was allot to see and do. We visited 4 bridges and the festival in Bridgeton. The kids ate ice cream, Scotty sampled beef jerkey and we found some little doo-dads to purchase. It was a long day but lots o' fun!

He Made It!

Alex made the basketball team at school! He had been so nervous all week. It feels so good to have a "positive" in out lives. I had really gotten into a rut of expecting all things to suck. Good things can, and still do, happen!

So as I sip my first cup of coffee this morning, I can sit and smile....look forward to the day and know that there is good yet to come!

Just The Eggs

Yes, it's us...."just the eggs." Alex, Scott and Mom. The word is out and here's the scoop; Paul wants out of our marital contract, so to speak. The divorce is in the works..moving slowly but steadily. The kids are, of course, devastated....as am I. But we have great friends who have been so supportive and kind. My dad is also being just great! We are lucky to have such wonderful people in our lives. Thanks to you....we love you!

Brrrrrr.....

I love Fall! I love the crisp, cool air, crunchy leaves and bright sunny mornings. I was lookin' hot this morning in my bus stop attire: black yoga pant, cozy hoodie and my beloved sock monkey slippers. Dont' forget the pony tail and cup of coffee. I am sure the kids were mortified that I wore sock monkey slippers to the bus stop, but that is one of the joys of cold weather. And these days, I have to find those simple joys where I can.

Tomorrow, the boys and I are going to Apple Works. I have never been....but the boys have. I think we'll make apple crisp in the evening (sgar-free of course).

Highlights O' The Past Few Days...

• Venti S.F. Caramel Soy Latte....yumm-alicious!
• Sleep (I just love my cozy bed with tons of fluffy pillows....next purchase: a feather bed topper!!!!!!!)
• Hugs from Alex and snuggles from Scotty (what would I do w/o those adorable boys?!?!??!)
  

OK..a little pouting.

But I am trying not to let myself get dragged down into the muck. Soccer was fun....the kids played their butts off. It was much warmer than I thought it was going be. My wind-damaged umbrella isn't going to last much longer.

Highlights o' the day are lame:

• It's "Nacho Sunday!"
• Scott got the dvd for Weeds: Season 3!
• Lovin' Diana's new tattoo!!!!