Incredible Faith

I stumbled across this blog several months ago and it has been an amazing journey to follow. Angie found out at her 20 week ultrasound that things were not as they should be. They ultimately lost their fourth daughter. Her journey of grief is inspiring and it is inspiring to read about her walk and journey with God through this wilderness in her life.

Several months later, her sister-in-law lost their newborn son to SIDS. Unspeakable pain, sorrow, and grief.

Sometimes it helps us to read the stories of others on their journey and see how God is working through them. If you have some time, I truly believe you will be better for having read her words.

http://audreycaroline.blogspot.com/

Out of My Comfort Zone

Okay, so this is very unlike me to post something like this but I'm trying, alright. Part of the reason I don't blog is because I am very private about things until I get to know someone, then I am likely to share a lot with you. It's all about comfort levels...I don't want to disappoint, cause controversy, or upset anyone. Some people would be shocked to know this about me...because at the same time I am all about pushing the envelope and rethinking the way we do things (I get this from my dad). I guess this would actually be number one of 7 quirky things about myself but we will just consider it a bonus!

Here it goes...

Seven Quirky Things About Me

1. I’m a “bare minimum” person in many aspects. For example, when it’s time to go to bed I just go to bed – even if it means not taking off my makeup or hanging up my clothes.

2. I’m a serious bargain hunter. I like nice things, but I never pay full price and I frequently buy things for other people if I get a deal.

3. I have no fear of public speaking, even in front of large groups, but small social settings make me nervous.

4. I always ask for a “to go” cup when I leave a restaurant. If I’ve paid for it, I’m taking it with me.

5. I read LOTS of blogs. Over 100. Many of people I don’t know. I love stories about people. Mike makes fun of me because I drive down the road wondering about the lives of people driving next to me. (I say it’s because I care about people more than he does! When I told him about this sentence he came back with.... You care about their stories but I care about spending time with them. I don't totally agree with this but figure it isn't fair reporting unless you give both sides of the story.)

6. I’m observant and notice things . . . especially faces. For example, I notice people at the gym so when I see them other places I always know where I know them from. Of course, if I went over to them and said, “Don’t I see you at the gym?” they’d probably think I was a stalker.

7. I take my water bottle with me everywhere I go, and have since my senior year of college. I don’t like ice, but I really like a straw. I haven’t had the same water bottle the whole time, but I always have one with me. I’ve converted Mike and the church people accuse us of carrying something other than water!


Join in the fun if you wish.....As I said before, I hate tagging.

The A,B,C Tag

(A.) Attached or single? Attached to my darling Mike
(B.) Best friend? Mike and Steph
(C.) Cake or pie? Fruit pizza count?
(D.)Day of choice? Friday 5 p.m., used to be Thursday before I worked full-time
(E.) Essential item? camera
(F.) Favorite Color? Blue, black
(G.) Gummy bears or worms? Either!
(H.) Hometown? Muskogee, OK
(I. ) Indulgence? Sonic Happy Hour, sushi, pedicures, massages . . . I like indulgences!
(K.) Kids? Topaz the spaz (labradoodle)
(L.) Life isn't complete without? Diet Coke
(M.) Marriage date? July 26, 2003
(N.) Number of brothers & sisters? 1 younger sister
(O.) Oranges or apples? oranges
(P.) Phobias? Someone breaking into my house, having a car accident
(Q.) Quotes? This stresses me out . . . I don’t do quotes!
(R.) Reasons to smile? I have a clean house and an amazing husband who cleaned it!
(S.) Season of choice? spring
(T.) Tag seven peeps! I HATE TAGS!
(U.) Unknown fact about me? I don’t have a middle name
(V.) Vegetable? Zucchini and squash
(W.) Worst habit? Sonic Happy Hour
(X.) X-ray or ultrasound? Had an x-ray for a broken arm on the last day of Kindergarten which they said wasn’t broken until the second x-ray
(Y.) Your favorite food? Sushi, pasta, diet coke
(Z.) Zodiac sign? Taurus

Same Kind Of Different As Me

A few weeks ago I almost picked this book up while at a bookstore with Mike. I decided at the last minute not to buy it but put it on the list of books I wanted to read. Fast forward a few weeks and I couldn't resist. Within that few week period, I found several reviews on blogs that raved that this was a "must read." When I read, I read and that means I can't usually put a book down. This is one of those books. It is a true story of two people, a man that was practically a slave in the 1960's that ran away from that life and lived on the streets and considered that a better life than the one he had known and the story of a white man that grew up poor but got a break as an art deal and enjoyed a life of wealth.

However, Ron's wife wasn't to excited about the upscale life and couldn't say no to opportunities to volunteer. She felt God's presence strongly urging her to look for a particular man and wouldn't allow him to run too far. This story is INCREDIBLE and challenging for those of us that call ourselves Christian. I believe that this is what evangelism looks like....it's not catch and release relationships but "forever" friendships. It's not one night a week but a way of life and seeing people with new lenses.

I talk to people all the time that don't like the fact that they feel "different" from people around them. Some people say that they like being different but they don't really like it. Everyone is different and I believe that is what helps this world work the way it does. If we all liked the same things then there would be alot of things that need to be accomplished that are neglected. We all serve in different ways and it is important that we are all the same in being different.

I encourage everyone to find a copy of this book and read it and allow your heart to be open to what ministry God may be calling you towards.

Fun Times

Our Fourth was the awesome!  It was the perfect day - sleeping in, getting a project or two done, a LATE breakfast with good friends, watching Nate (and Owen assisting) eat birthday cake, and watching some fireworks x 2 with friends.  To top it off we get Saturday to do about the same.  I love low key weekends that don't have definite plans, even though I ask Mike all week in advance what we are going to do this weekend.  I've learned that I love the anticipation of getting to choose from multiple possibilities what we might do that day and when the actual day comes we may change our minds again!  Getting back into a routine on Monday won't be near as fun!

I don't go far without my camera so here are a few glimpses of what we saw last night!

Amazing Family

Mike succinctly recorded all of our travels over the past weekend.  I realized last night that I have been in 5 airports this past week and taken 7 flights.  Only God could have allowed the details to work out so easily.  Amazingly all of my flights were direct flights (no layovers!) and had few delays!

It was such a blessing to spend time remembering my grandma, who was a pillar of faith in my life.  I was honored to assist with her funeral and share thoughts about her life.  I was so glad that Mike was home from camp and able to join me and then together celebrate the life of his grandpa.  I can't imagine walking that road alone!  It was hard enough being away from him when we both received the news about our grandparents deaths.  We were definitely reminded that we come from a strong heritage of faith and have incredible examples to follow of what it means to serve loudly and quietly!

This title has a double meaning because I was not only reminded about my amazing biological family but about the amazing chosen family of faith we have here at home.  I was totally blown away by the cards, gifts, calls of concern, food, lawn mowing, and so much more that has been shown to us over the last week.  I knew I loved this church but it was just a LOUD reminder of how much this is home for us.   We can't imagine being anywhere else!!!  As long as Reidland will have us, we will be here.  We truly believe that God has put us here and love working alongside our family here.  THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

In addition, last night I witnessed an incredible event.  Many of the volunteers that help with our high school group served our students in a powerful way.  They began their class playing some silly games in the grass.  Then our leaders did this for the kids...... 

What an incredible example of service.  These adults had huge smiles on their faces as they showed our teens that they are willing to get down and dirty for them.  They don't ask them to do anything that they aren't willing to do.  I just love this church.... they aren't afraid to work, to serve, and to love!

A New Chapter

My grandma's body gave up on Wednesday. Her heart was really strong and held on several weeks longer than any of us expected. As timing would have it, we were all supposed to gather in Pennsylvania this weekend for a wedding. The first great-grandchild is getting married and we are celebrating with her. Grandma would want us to celebrate and enjoy being together. So this weekend we will celebrate with Cassie and go home next week and have a celebratory service for my grandma. The weekend can't help but regale stories and sayings from years past.

A new chapter will begin as we all begin to navigate life with our memories but learning how to live without her daily presence in our lives.

Your prayers are coveted this week.

Siner family

My maiden name is something that I am extremely proud of. I had a difficult time when I married Mike giving it up --- so I didn't. I know that many people feel like a woman keeping her maiden name is a symbol of a feminist, liberal, etc.... I don't deny that there is a part of me that is these things, but for me I struggled with giving up the name that had defined me for so many years. That name held a lot of meaning for me and still does, thus why I couldn't give it up. I don't often make a big deal about the fact that my legal name is Sara Siner-Darling, I do go by this professionally and am proud of my Siner heritage. The Siner family has contributed so much to the person I am today. One of the people that shaped me is my Grandma. Mildred was a deeply spiritual woman. I wrote about her a few weekendds ago but I can't help but keep writing.

One moment that I will never forget is a few moments we shared together when we were visiting a few weeks ago. I took the overnight shift on Saturday night and before my aunt arrived on Sunday, she woke up and asked what day it was. When I told her it was Sunday she told me that I needed to go to church. Our faith has been something that we shared together. I took that opportunity to spend some time reading scripture out of her Bible. Her Bible is rich with notes that she has recorded over the last 60 years. As I began to read scripture to her she joined me in reciting the words I was reading. She didn't need to see them on the page because they were written on her heart. Tears streamed down my face as we worshipped together that morning. Those moments of worship together were some of the most powerful ones I have experienced. It was in those few minutes that I felt apart of thin spaces. Thin spaces to me represent moments that it is obvious that God is present and moving. Heaven and earth meet. Spending 2 1/2 days in my grandma's room was a thin space. The notes and pictures represent years of loving and caring about others. Her life was lived in quiet, powerful ways. She served in ways that many would never know. She served her family through prayer, cards, hugs, meals, and allowing God to shape and form them.

I only hope that I will honor her memory in similar ways.

Shed Demolishing

I haven't been good about writing lately!  Photography, family, and life has left me with little time.  There has been several things that  I intended to write about but never found the time. Blogging isn't something I seem to do on the spur of the moment.  It is one of the things in my life that I have to think out before I can accomplish it. 

Today however was a good day!  Several months ago a family approached us about participating in a group that rotates doing projects.  Every 6 weeks we meet at someone's house and accomplish a chore that they want to do.  Today was our turn and we demolished our shed and mulched the front yard! When I returned from my photo shoot, things were in full swing.

It wasn't long before we realized they were pouring gasoline on the debri and we were about to have a controlled burn.  A few times I wondered if it was "controlled" but they did a great job. Now all we have left is a pile of ashes!  

We have the new shed in our garage just waiting to be assembled!  

We also mulched the flower beds.  All of it - mulching and demolition - in less than 5 hours!  This is a fantastic way to get projects accomplished and have FUN at the same time.  I recommend everyone find a group they can participate in something like this with.  Not only do you benefit but you get to help others out as well!

After everyone left Mike went with a neighbor to get more mulch and we mulched their flower beds while we were outside!  We will definitely sleep good tonight!

Mildred (Grandma)

This weekend we spent some time in Oklahoma to say goodbye my grandma. She has lived an incredible 87 years but will probably not live a lot longer. About 2 months ago she began what we thought was a mild treatment for cancer. Unfortunately, it got her down and weak and she doesn't have the fight to continue. In reality since the death of her oldest son in February 1998, she has longed to be with him. In experiencing this event, I've come to realize that it is never easy to lose a parent. It seems that one of the things that may be more difficult would be to lose a child. When there is more than one person involved in making decisions it only complicates things more. Everyone wants the best, but everyone handles their emotions very differently. One thing has been evident, my grandma loved deeply and many people loved her in return.

She wrote endless letters to her kids and grandkids and it is apparent by the letters she received in return. She wrote neat notes on each card to remember things. I got her Bible that she has read faithfully everyday and looked through it. There are YEARS of notes in there and the wisdom is priceless. Mildred has been the matriarch of quite a family- 3 kids (and spouses), 8 grandkids (and 8 spouses), and 15 great grandchildren so far (with 2 more on the way). She is the spiritual cornerstone, daily praying for each one. She has been through many mountains and valleys and always come through with a stronger faith. I have admired her courage to tackle faith questions that most older people aren't willing to consider.

It was an honor to spend some precious time with her her this weekend. I will always remember these moments.

Another tip

Since Janice was upset that she didn't hear about the cereal deal in time, I thought I would post a tip that I came across today even though it doesn't benefit me.  I'm not sure how many of you will benefit from it, but it's worth passing along.  Look here for the details.  I don't know her but it sounds like a good deal with minimal work.  She got 182 huggies for under $19.  

Just wanted to send that your way.  

More info coming soon!

Cereal and Granola Bars

So last week during one of my morning rituals I came across a blog that linked to a coupon for Cheerios.  I went to check it out and found out that by combining a Kroger promotion and using the coupon I figured out I could get cereal for under a $1.  I was excited and printed off several coupons.  My first grocery store run was on Wednesday afternoon to pick up several meals for the week.  That bill rang up to $37.  I got enough for several good meals and also 4 boxes of cereal.  As the week went on I got smarter.  I found a coupon on the cereal isle for $0.75 off two boxes of cheerios so I picked up two of them.  When I got to the cash register I just kept handing them coupons and she kept taking them.  I ended up getting each box of cereal for $0.12.  I was so proud.  I got 4 boxes of granola bars for $1.20.  Both of these deals just spurred me on.....over the next several days I went back at least once a day.  I think by the time the sale ended on Tuesday I counted 22 new boxes of cereal and 16 boxes of granola bars....for a grand total of about $7.50! Mike told me I better start finding coupons for milk since we had so much cereal!

I love finding a good deal and this just felt like I hit the jackpot.  

Time Flies

Remember the saying, "time flies when you're having fun." I guess that's applicable right now cause I feel like Easter was just the other day.

The last two weeks have included seeing Mike's singing and dancing debut in the Charity League Follies show. That week and weekend was filled with dress rehearsals, the show, and something else that I can't remember right now.

Then last weekend we had the oppotunity to go to Huntsville and see STOMP. I have been wanting to take Mike to this show since before we were married. He is constantly beating on creating different rhythms. I had seen it once before and knew he would LOVE it. Stephanie found out that it was going to be in Huntsville which is the closest it has been in 2 years. Of course, now I find out that it is coming to Paducah in October. Figures! It's okay though because I got to eat Sushi as a part of the whole deal. If you like sushi and are in Nashville you MUST go to Rusan's. Can't beat the sushi buffet!

The rest of the days just include normal life stuff but it's still been pretty fun. I love the daylight and the chance to be outside. Now if it would stop raining I would be much happier!

If you get a chance take a look at the new blog I created....there will be lots of stuff coming up there. We have been pretty busy.

He is Risen!

Yes, it is true!

The old has been made NEW!

The stone has rolled AWAY!

He is RISEN!

I can't imagine the despair that the apostles experienced in the days between seeing Jesus crucified. Imagine the worst loss you can imagine. I am sure that they felt stunned, dumbfounded, blown away, grief-stricken. They were reeling with what the future would now hold!

Then, they were feeling all the same things when they heard the news that he was no longer in the tomb!

May this God we serve help us to feel renewed to serve him with greater fervor!

I am thankful for the hope that today provides!

It is not over, the best is yet to come!

May you live in the grace and peace of Jesus and show his light to EVERYONE around you!

Not skiing the alps

A week ago (maybe more, I've lost track of time)someone hacked into my blog and posted that I was skiing in the Alps because I had not posted quick enough for her. Most of you didn't see it because I took it down in my attempt to retaliate. I didn't know what skiing post she was talking about. For that matter, I still don't. :) I love ignoring because whoever you are ignoring hates that it doesn't get a rise out of you. (I guess I learned something from my parents telling me to ignore my sister when she was agitating me!)



We recently took a small vacation (it was great!) and don't have anything else planned. However, I could really use a week long (maybe even month long) vacation right now. Since that doesn't look to promising, I will just dream!

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

Now, don't get me wrong. I really enjoy the rain, but I want to stay home and watch a movie or read a book, not go out in the rain and get soaked. I really feel for Southern Missouri and Illinois right now. I know they must really be wondering when it might end.

This week has been a catch up week. One night was a catch up on rest kind of night and last night was catch up on errands night. I really should have reversed them because I got soaked last night but oh well.

This past weekend was "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner!" It was the first time we have done that here and it sounds like everyone had alot of fun. There were a few snafues but overall we got it worked out.

This weekend my dad is coming to visit. I keep trying to think of projects we can tackle! I'm sure he will be thrilled. I also am planning out where we will dine throughout the weekend!

Okay, so this is pretty random and boring today, but that's all I've got!

Nonsense

Life feels like it is moving in fast forward. It definitely seems to go in waves with busyness.

-I have a tendency to try to make everything that comes up work. I hate to have to say "No" to anyone.

-It always seems that you make a plan and suddenly 16 other things come up that you really want to do during that same time. The days before and after are mysteriously empty.

-I have several big projects that I want to get done. Each time I think this is it, I think of something else that really needs to get done too. Does it ever end?

-Gas at $3.18 a gallon is nonsense. You have to have a detailed plan everytime you go somewhere just so you don't have to make double trips.

-I really want to develop more "green" habits. I hate that it seems more expensive to do so. I read (probably on a blog) that the green revolution will never truly work unless people that are poor are able to have "green" resources as well. I can't seem to get this out of my mind. If you think about it, we tend to hand down all of our resources down to the poor when we become "green." How are they ever supposed to have a chance at helping save the environment.

-We may be selling one of our vehicles soon. I didn't think I was emotionally attached to my car, but I guess 10 years will form some kind of attachment.

-Kevin seems to be emotionally attached to his pig. He had harsh words to say to me when it was still missing 5 days later. All I can say is, "he started it."

Coherent Thoughts

I really want to blog but I have no time these days! Hopefully, I can snag a few minutes to put some coherent thoughts together soon!

I miss you all!

Giggles

What a whirlwind weekend! Thanks for all the prayers this weekend. I made it to St. Louis in time to grab a quick sandwich for dinner and get parked and to the airport. I have to admit flying out at 9pm was pretty nice...there weren't any lines at security and the plane was only about a third full. I love Southwest airlines, and only wished they had a closer hub to Paducah! My sister and Karmen were waiting curbside and we were off. I enjoyed the trip home with Karmen in the backseat holding onto my finger while she dozed. (It was way past her bedtime.)

We had a great time together and there are few other people that I would get up at 6am with on a Saturday morning! We enjoyed lunch with family to celebrate my grandmother's 87th birthday. I hope I am still going so strong when I am 87. They still live on their own and are in great health. Here she is with Karmen.



Later that afternoon we enjoyed a photo session. I just love these pictures!










The best part was right before my sister and Karmen left, I lifted her over my head and brought her down to my face. She thought that was the greatest thing ever and just laughed. Well, that was all it took for us to get the video camera out and do it over and over again! She thought it was great everytime.

It is also great to be home. Mike was wonderful and picked up the house before I got home because he knows how much that means to me!

Only a few more hours.....

I can't wait to spend some time loving on my niece Karmen this weekend. I haven't seen her since Thanksgiving and she is almost 4 months old now. My sister tells me how she is smiling and cooing and I can't wait to experience it too. If only the interstate cooperates and the roads are clear...I will get to be there before bedtime tonight. Unfortunately, I have to drive north into southern Illinois and get to St. Louis by 8:15 tonight to catch my 9pm flight! Hopefully there are no big stories to tell tomorrow! Pray for safe and quick travel!

Swamped

Goodness Gracious. I was just getting started with blogging and then everything felt crazy. I can definitely tell that it is February at work. It has been dreary and cloudy for weeks on end and everyone really starts to feel it! However, in Gatlinburg this weekend we were able to enjoy 65-70 degree weather everyday!

A few things about the trip.....

-Charter buses are the only way to travel! It was the best trip yet because we didn't have to worry about keeping 4 15-passenger vans together and stopping every two hours to fill up. I called our bus the "Rockstar" because it was really new and sleek.

-Standing in line was almost fun because we weren't freezing our tails off!

-All of our kids were very responsible. They were where they were supposed to be at all times. Most of the time they were even early!

-The drama and art was really moving. I think Sunday morning was the best session by far.

-Our chaperones were incredible! They really work to make the trip an awesome experience for our kids. They are willing to do whatever the kids want to do.

-I was so proud of the way the students opened up and shared their hearts during our devo time Saturday night.

-We got to witness one of our own dying to their selves and being raised into life with Jesus! We are so proud of you Casen.

-The worship time on the bus Sunday night was spontaneous but moving. I think we even impressed our bus driver, Mr. Don.

-Topaz really stunk after a weekend at the kennel. He must have had a good time!

-These weekends totally wear me out. I was exhausted when we got home and crashed early.

Playing in Photoshop

Alright, so if I am going to keep this up, I have to like how it looks! I have been playing in photoshop the last few nights and here's what I came up with last night. However, if my husband has his way, I will fast from blogs for Lent so my blogging may be short-lived!

What do you think?

Shocker.....

Here are a few things that have shocked me lately....

Mike didn't get sick even after being around Kevin on Friday before he started throwing up. Mike has one of the weakest immune systems of anyone I know. I'm scared for when we get old!

We have two weekends coming up that aren't already packed solid! That is a miracle. However, the three weeks after that are a zoo!

(Umm...I'm blank. This is why I don't blog very much!)

I don't talk on the phone as much now that we have texting. I would much rather have a conversation by text rather than by voice. This is odd for me because I am a do it and get it done kind of person. Texting definitely takes longer.

I have been blogging. This is a real shocker!

Topaz and His New Accessories

Hmm...I can't believe it has been a week.


The post that allowed me to rejoin the blogging world told you that everything in our house was displaced for a few days. I am happy to report that everything is back in order and we can cook again! These changes have been taking place since just before Christmas. The result of these changes has made me an expert in finding durable dog booties.

The first pair we bought (an XL) was entirely too big for Topaz. However when I initially brought them home and put them on him he pranced around like a show horse.

These sufficed until I could order some nail tips for him. His first pair were red and it was quite the chore to put them on. He doesn't like people touching his paws! I didn't quite get enough glue in them so they didn't stay on long.

Our next step was to order booties that were more his size. I ordered a medium and a large because I wasn't sure what would work. The large did the trick, however they aren't the most well constructed booties. Within a few weeks they were getting holes in them and we could see that this wasn't going to work.

Back to the search....

Finally, we found what we hope will do the trick. Mutlucks! They seem well made and are much sturdier than other booties!

The funny thing is....the first thing people comment on when they walk in the house is how Topaz wears "shoes." Everyone always ask if how he likes them, but he has never given any indication that they create a problem for him! Lucky for us!

Fiascos

Ever feel like you have days, weeks, months when nothing seems to go your way. The last few weeks we have had several of those. It started with Mike's office furniture that arrived with missing pieces and different products than ordered. That was finally resolved after calling the local store manager and giving up on the 800 number customer service.

I ordered a gift card well before Christmas that was to be sent to my mom. I never received a confirmation email but when I called they said it had been shipped - but never arrived. Several phone calls later and 2 weeks late they shipped a new one.

We have been in the process of re-flooring our house. In the process of tiling the kitchen we realize we were not given enough tile at the store in Nashville. After a phone call and a gracious friend Mike met them in Clarksville to get it. When Mike got home he realized the store gave us the wrong color. The next morning the store got to meet Mike halfway to exchange the tile out.

Everything is in place now and it was all worked out but it is definitely frustrating in the process. However, there is a theory I use alot in therapy that emphasizes looking for the alternative outcomes (positives) rather than the problem saturated narrative. For example, if you feel like you ALWAYS mess up when you are doing a project you try to find examples of times things went pretty well. We often have problem saturated stories yet several positive things have happened that we never stopped to notice. Doing this for a lifetime can really shape someone's perspective of how life has treated them. I had to stop and think about how many other things we have ordered that didn't get messed up to bring some perspective to feeling like life isn't all doom and gloom.

So try it sometime.....when you feel like you can't get it right or something keeps going wrong stop and take inventories of the victories, regardless how small. It helps keep us from always thinking we are failures. If you have a hard time doing it ask a friend to talk through it with you and help you look for alternative outcomes that you wouldn't notice.

Contentment

Two blogs in the span of 4 days? We'll see if I ever hit publish!

This is the first full week of work in several weeks due to the holidays and being sick. I find that I love anticipating a short work week or an upcoming day off. I think I almost enjoy the anticipation of the weekend or day off more than the time off itself. Often I find myself already feeling doomed on Friday night because I know that the weekend will be over so quickly and it will be Monday morning again and I will have to wait 5 more days before the next day off. Mike just shakes his head and laughs at me when I tell him about this.

I have similar experiences when I anticipate buying a big item. I am so excited until I actually do it and then I find myself plagued with wondering if that was the right thing or wondering what comes next.

In conjunction with this one of my goals for the year is to enjoy the moment without always dreading what comes next or trying to find the next exciting thing. I think it is important that we find contentment or we are always searching for the next big event without finding the blessings that come in between.

A Misplaced Kitchen

Hmm.....everyone wants me to update but I find myself getting to this page and having nothing to say. When I tell this story everyone starts to give me ideas of what to write about but then I get here and nothing sounds important enough to write about!

So let's see what you might be interested in knowing.....

Right now my refrigerator is in my hallway, the stove is in the dining room, and the microwave is next to the front door.

I have no idea what else you might be interested in knowing but I will tell you the following anyway...

We have somehow avoided traveling for Christmas Day all 3 years we have lived in Paducah. Most people think this is awful, but we love it. It means that we get to enjoy Christmas breakfast with our "family" here. I am already scheming about how to stay home next year.

Mike is at a lock-in tonight that I avoided. I am not a lock-in kind of person, however staying up until 4am with friends scrapbooking and drinking coffee is another story.

I am being told this is a respectable blog and I can quit now, but not to expect it to hold until April.

We'll see how that goes.