~Counting My Blessings~

Sometimes we get so wrapped up in our lives that we tend to overlook our blessings, no matter how small. It's important take a step back and reflect on all the positive things in life. So this Thanksgiving I'm counting my blessings and sharing them with you.

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My husband and I have been trying to start a family of our own for a few years now without any luck. Although it's emotionally draining I know that I am still blessed. I love my husband and I know he loves me just as much if not more. We have an unbreakable bond. So whether or not we have children, I know that my husband is and always will be MY family. I will always give thanks for this every day of my life.

At times I may complain and whine about my job but I know I am blessed to have it. There are so many people who aren't lucky enough to have a full time job with decent wages. This job helps provide for myself and my husband. So no matter now aggravated I get I know that I'm one of the lucky one's. I'm truly thankful for this.

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I am blessed to have wonderful family and friends that I can talk to and be myself around. Nothing beats quality time every now and again. It's makes me feel revived and connected. So my family and friends are truly a blessing.

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Ruby, my dog, has become more of a blessing to me than I would have ever thought possible. Every day she makes me laugh. She shows me 100% loyalty and when she looks at me, I see nothing but love. She's my little girl. I know God blessed me when He brought Ruby into my life.

Last but most certainly not least... My Father.

I've been through some rough times this year between surgery and my husband being out of state for three months (work related). My dad has been there every step of the way. He has cooked my meals, fixed household problems, fenced in my yard, took care of me and Ruby... The list goes on and on. No matter what, I know that if I were to call my dad he would be there without question. His love and loyalty to his children is unmatched and I love him so much for it. He would give his last dollar if he knew I needed it. God really broke the mold when he made my dad. I'm more then blessed that I have him as my father.

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I have so many more blessings in my life that I have not mentioned. But just because I have not shared them with you doesn't mean that they are any less important. It's your turn. Share with me your blessings. I'd love to hear them.

Random Tuesday Thoughts

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If you've read my previous posts then you should know how this works. Put your random thoughts in a blog post, click the above box and link up with the rest of the random thinkers. I look forward to reading your randomness.

A friend of mine just told me that she's pregnant. Although I am extremely happy for her I'm also mad at her. Does that make since? No? Let me give you the fast version. She's got a kid already and I've been trying to have a baby for years. I'm actually having my fourth round of in-vetro Wednesday. *crossing fingers* So although I'm ecstatic for her fortune, I'm sad because of my misfortune. I mean seriously, how bitter do I sound?

Two and a Half Men is crazy funny. The hubby and I are LOL.

How corny is it that I want to see Tangled? Cause I really, really, really do. I'm such a Disney dork.

 

I'm thinking about fostering a dog for the holidays. The problem... The last time I fostered a dog I wound up adopting her. I don't need another dog to take care of. 

Thanksgiving isn't here yet but I'm already over it and looking forward to Christmas. I just want to decorate. 

When did I become so old? Here lately the hubby has wanted to go out and I just want to sit at home. I know I'm being a downer but jeesh... I just don't want to go out all weekend long anymore. 

OK folks, that's enough randomness for now. My brain is fried from all the infertility pills I have to take.



Saturday 6

 

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Each week, you will answer six random questions and link up! This Saturday Six's theme is movies, so grab your popcorn and lets begin!

1. What's the last movie you watched in a movie theater?

2. Share some movies with us that are guaranteed to make you cry.
3. What's your personal favorite movie genre?
4. What's the last flick you watched?
5. Give us your top 5 favorite movies.
6. Now tell us some of your most hated...



~My Answers~

1. What's the last movie you watched in a movie theater?
A friend of mine (AllThingsVeronica) and I went to see The Last Exorcism. It was a complete waste of money. We both agreed it was one of the stupidest movies we have ever seen. When we should have been scared we were laughing. So were the other occupants in the theatre. I do not recommend it.

2. Share some movies with us that are guaranteed to make you cry.
I cry every time watching The Notebook, P.S. I Love You, and The Blind Side. Great movies!

3. What's your personal favorite movie genre?
I flippin love chic flicks but I also enjoy comedy. Horror used to be my fav but for some reason as I get older the less I want to watch it. Especially the classic horror movies.

4. What's the last flick you watched?
This past weekend I watched Robin Hood (with Russell Crowe) and Iron Man 2. They were both good movies.

5. Give us your top 5 favorite movies.
In no particular order: Pretty Woman, The Notebook, Dirty Dancing, Enough and P.S. I Love You. I told you I loved chic flicks.

6. Now tell us some of your most hated...

I hate movies like the last one I saw at the movie theatre which are fake paranormal movies. Some that fall into that category are Paranormal Activity (1 & 2), Blair Which Project, The Last Exorcism, etc.

Ok movie buffs it's your turn. Post your own blog and link up with us.

Fawk You Friday

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FAWK YOU dear husband of mine! I'm cooking your supper and cleaning house at the same time and you have the nerve to tell me to do the dishes while I'm at it. Dude?! Did you really just ask me to throw a punch to your ball-bag and drop you like it's hot? When I've worked all day, took the dog to the dog park, took you to the shop to check on your car, come home and cook you dinner and clean the house DO NOT tell me to do something else. Get your ass in the kitchen and do it yourself. Don't make me chop off that lovely winkie of yours and let the dog play with it, CAUSE I WILL! Your so not getting laid tonight buster.

FAWK YOU nosey neighbor! You're the nosiest person I know. I get it. But do you really find it necessary to let me know whenever my dog has an eye-booger that needs to be wiped? An eye-booger. Really?! IT'S JUST A FAWKING EYE-BOOGER!!! I don't need your random email, a knock on the door or a damned phone call. Geesh!

(A picture of my Ruby for your enjoyment.)

FAWK YOU insurance company! To make a long story short my husband and I have issues when it comes to having babies. Basically, it's just not happening. So we are seeking professional help and I'll be damned if my insurance threw up the bird and said a double "Fawk You" to me. They refuse to help pay for any of it. This Friday I'm having an HSG done and Wednesday & Thursday we are doing our 4th round of in-vetro. Do you know how much this costs? I could have feed a small third world country for all the money I'm blowing out of my ass. So again, FAWK YOU insurance company. You could at least throw a sister a bone. Damn.

FAWK YOU non-driving idiots! Stop signs and red lights are in place for a reason. Running them will cause you to crash into me. And if you crash into me I will jump out of my car and beat the fawk out of you. Don't try me!

FAWK YOU furlough day! Although I do quite enjoy being off work on a weekday (especially a Friday) I lose a days worth of pay and THAT SUCKS! I have bills bitches!

Last but definately not least...

FAWK YOU girly bits! I'm trying to have a baby here. The last thing I need is you fawking up on me and causing me issues. Get it together or get out.

That's all for this Friday folks. Have a fawking awesome weekend.

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Thank You

Thank You… It’s a word that expresses appreciation, kindness, and manners. It’s a word I seldom hear used now days.

I was taught to be grateful for what you have, value your belongings, and show appreciation to others. So I’ve always used the words Thank You. When someone opens a door for me, “Thank You” is my response. When someone hands me food through the drive thru window, “Thank You” with a smile is my reply. When my husband takes me out to dinner, “Thank You” is what I say to let him know that I hold value in his kindness.

What has happened to today’s people?

I see so many people who take and not give. Who walk around with sour faces and expects the world to cater to them. I see people who act like everything is owed to them and they don’t have to give anything back.

It's sad.

Sad because I feel like so many people have lost the ability to be kind to others. So the next time someone does something for you, say Thank You. No matter how small the act.

 

Wordless Wednesday

Halloween 2010

I know Halloween has passed but this pic of my nephew was too cute not to share. He's posing with a skeleton in my front yard. 

Random Tuesday Thoughts

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I don't find pleasure in watching stupid movies that my hubby finds hilarious. But I watch them anyways for him. That's love I tell ya.

Carry Underwood! I wanna ki..ki..ki.. Ki..ki.. kick your ass! Your song has been in my head for two days now. It's time to stop. Thank you.

I'm just gonna put it out there, Gerard Butler is so friggin hawt! YUM! (That one was for the ladies.)

I don't like cooked broccoli. I wish my hubby would stop trying to force it down my throat. I'm not 2 yrs old.

I keep thinking about Thanksgiving. I really hope it's not busy this year. I would like to start enjoying my Holidays rather than run around like a chicken with my head cut off.

I'm tired of looking at my living room. I wanna change it, again. Wonder if the hubby will get mad? Oh well. I'm a girl. I'm allowed to do these things.

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My husband just asked me to throw him a punch to the ball-bag. Not in so many words but still... I'm pretty sure that's what I heard. More about that on my Fawk You Friday post so stayed tuned.

Saturday 6

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Each week, you will answer six random questions and link up! This Saturday Six's theme is birthdays, so lets begin!

 

1. Do you still celebrate your birthday?

2. What's your favorite kind of cake?

3. Craziest thing you've ever done for your birthday?

4. What's your sign?

5. Best present you've ever gotten on your special day?

6. Worst gift?

~My Answers~

1. Do you still celebrate your birthday?

My birthday was in October. And yes I do. My hubby never lets me forget it.

2. What's your favorite kind of cake?

I'm not a huge cake eater but I do think Dairy Queen's ice cream cake with the chocolate crunchies in the middle are yum-yum. Last year a friend of mine baked me a pink cake with pink icing and I love that too.

3. Craziest thing you've ever done for your birthday?

Craziest??? Why is nothing coming to mind? Other then that one time when I went to the bar and got so drunk I don't remember leaving? Hmmm... I don't get too crazy.

4. What's your sign?

Libra. I'm very level-headed.

5. Best present you've ever gotten on your special day?

All my presents have been wonderful. But one really sticks out to me. I was 16 and the only gift I received was a ring from my now husband. It was my sweet 16 and I was so upset that I was forgotten but then he showed up and made it all better. Besides my wedding band set, it's the most sentimental piece of jewelry that I own.

6. Worst gift?

I would have to say... Probably fake jewelry. I always accept it because politeness is very important but I'm VERY allergic to it. I can't wear it for very long without itching, burning and rashes breaking out over my skin. It's like I'm a vampire doused with Holy Water.

Fawk You Friday!

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Fawk You Friday is a therapeutic way to whine, rant, complain, piss and moan about anything that's bothering you. Each Friday, link up with Boobies, Babies & a Blog to share your Fawk You complaints. I want to see you throw a finger in the air every Friday with me!

 

You know what absolutely grates against my ass? An office snitch. Lady, your triple my age. Why must you constantly go to my supervisor and tell her when me or anyone else in the office is having a conversation? Are you that lonely and pathetic that you must seek attention by making enemies? You would think that after years of working together you would realize that playing nice with others will benefit you vs. making you the office Nazi. You are responsible for other people getting into trouble yet always play the victim. And it's not like your work performance is top notch. Your so scatter-brained you never do the same thing the same way. If I wasn't afraid of being reprimanded than believe me I would have already delivered a throat punch to your jugular. So instead I'm posting a blog about it and I'm screaming a big FAWK YOU!!!

 

Family... I seriously wonder if I'm even related to half of them. I've worked since before I graduated high school. Everything I have I have worked my ass off to get. I appreciate my life and my possessions because of the sacrifices I've had to make to have a better life for myself and my husband. Who (my hubby) by the way works even harder then me to make sure we keep our nice comfy home over our heads. And for this reason certain family members seem to think I have money coming out of my ass and that they are obligated to it. Mind you, they don't work, don't try to work and don't bother paying me back half the time. What makes them entitled to MY hard earned money? I'm ready to say Fawk You and have nothing else to do with them. The least they could do is call me to wish me a Happy Birthday or to check to see if I'm still breathing. But NOOOO... I only get a phone call when money is involved. So from now on my answer is NO and FAWK YOU!

 

This is my first Fawk You Friday post and I hope I didn't disappoint. And honestly, it IS therapeutic. I think I'll enjoy Friday posts from now on.

 

 

And a special shout out to Marvi Marti. We don't know each other very well but since I've discovered her blog I've been inspired to write more of my own. So THANK YOU Marti!

Semi-Wordless Wednesday

These photos were taken a couple of weeks ago in the mountains of the Smokeys.

A pretty stream.

This was taken the the Forbbiden Caves where Moon Shine use to be made. 

 A beautiful waterfall.

 One of many scenic overlooks.

Another scenic overlook.

Random Tuesday Thoughts

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Put your random thoughts in a blog post, click the above box and link up with the rest of the random thinkers today.

This is my first Random Tuesday Thoughts posts. So like it! Or hate it. Just don't hurt my feelings too bad.

I'm like a crack-whore feigning for her next fix when it comes to reality t.v. I mean, who wouldn't want to see Ronnie smashing other girls and then climbing in the bed with Sammie when he gets home? Or The Situation trying to steal his home boys girls? How about Amber from 16 & Pregnant throwing a fist into her boyfriends face because he was leaving, yet again? The list goes on folks. For some reason other people's miserable lives makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. But I think my hubby is ready to get the cable turned off over it. I better start hiding my habit. Isn't that what addicts do?

Would someone PLEASE come clean my house! I'm a working wife who comes home to cooking, cleaning, laundry, taking care of the dog and... and... and... Does it ever end? Geesh!

I'm 28 years old. Why am I just now starting to get acne? This sucks.

My husband has been in bed since 8:00 pm. Again, this sucks. But in all fairness, he does have to get up at 4 in the morning. But still...

OK, that's it for now. It's 9:30 and all I can think about at the moment is laying down beside my hubby and falling asleep to the whimsical sound of his snoring.