Christmas Elf on the Shelf...NOT!

What is the deal with the Elf on the Shelf? That thing scares the shit out of me. For a while I thought I needed to get one too for my kids. I thought about it but never bought it. I ended up getting something from another store that was a vintage elf but not the elf on the shelf and I don’t even do anything with it.  I couldn’t bring myself too. The thought of having an elf supposedly move around the house while I am sleeping scared the shit out of me.  I kept thinking if it scared me then it has to terrify my kids! It has those creepy little eyes and devilish grin.  “Yes, go to sleep and I won’t kill you, maybe!”  COME ON!

 

Honestly it kind of looks like a clown don’t you think and I am scared of clowns. UGH! If I was a kid and knew that when I slept that damn thing was walking around the house that would creeps me out. I would be terrified it would end up in my room, stealing my breath or starring at me while I slept. CREEPY!!!  ENTER...the clown from the movie IT and the Poltergeist scene!

 

 

I need not say anymore! I believe my point is made. IT'S SCARY!!!!





What am I thankful for...

 

It’s only fitting that I write a post about what I am thankful for. It is a great time of year to reflect on what is important in life and be thankful. Over the past few weeks I have seen many posts on facebook and blogs.  I heard a radio show on the way to work Wednesday and each person was saying what they were thankful for and it was so moving it actually brought me to tears. 

So, what am I thankful for….

I am thankful for my crazy kids and loving husband. My family is so much fun and I love that we can be silly and laugh at each other.  I am thankful that my daughter’s have big hearts and care for others.  I am thankful that my husband will do anything for his family.  I am thankful for a wonderful almost 15 years and many more to come.  Even more thankful that after a busy week or a few days of short connections I get excited when I know he will be home.

My parents and that even at this stage in my life they continue to be proud of my accomplishments and tell me so.  Thankful that my father taught me and continues to teach me how to appreciate the little things in life and how to reflect on life.  Even more thankful for the trials and tribulations my mother and I had and where we are in our close relationship today.  I can tell her anything and she will never judge me.  There are no amount of words that can describe how much I appreciate everything my parents have done for me in my life and how much I love them. They have taught me to always see the bright side of things and to never give up.  I am so very grateful that they were chosen to be my parents!  

I am so very thankful for my sister and brother who I love with my whole heart.  Thankful for all our crazy childhood stories that we still can laugh at today. I love my little sister so much and appreciate her spunkiness and sweet, sweet heart! She is the nicest person you could ever meet and would certainly give her last penny to you if you needed it.  I love my brother just as much and appreciate his playful spirit as well as his very serious “big brother” take care of everything ways.  I really hope they both know that I would give my last breath to them.

I am thankful for the journey in my working career and that it has brought me to where I work today. I love my job, the people I work with and the company. I found my new work home LOVE IT!

Finally, I am thankful for my friends and family (extended). I have such an eclectic group of friends and I appreciate them all. So glad they are in my life for without them I wouldn’t have such fun and crazy adventures! For my family who have also had a great impact on who I am today.

I am thankful for so many things and my heart is full.  I wish you all a wonderful Thanksgiving and take time to be thankful!!!!

Back on the train

Well I have been away for a bit. I kind of…brace yourself… lost the want to blog for a bit. WHAT?!?!!  I know right! It is crazy! Truth be told…It just got a bit too real for a second people who I actually saw on a regular basis reading my life and then seeing me the next day. I had put some really personal things on here and it is easy for me to do when I don’t personally know the people who are reading it.  One thing I have learned is it didn’t change anything!  I wasn’t treated any differently and those things haven’t been brought up and I appreciate that.  I have gotten past that now and am ready to get back on it. So here we go…

I started working and was recently hired off my temporary status. I absolutely love my job and the company I work for. I am a natural talker and this job allows me to get to know my customers and chit chat with them on a regular basis. 

At home my husband is finally getting off of his third shift schedule which has been difficult and I don’t care for it.  I will have to get used to it though as it will be a regular rotation type of deal.  I have learned to sneak out early Saturday mornings to run errands alone before the girls even realize I am gone. HAHAHA! You might ask “aren’t your girls older?” YES, YES they are and that is exactly the issue! They bicker and fight ALL the time. Then, there are these small glimpses of harmony and all is right in the world.  I breathe a sigh of relieve then SNAP just like a bolt of lightning someone laughed a little too long and the other gets irritated. Not to mention the fact I have a hormonal one on my hand with extreme highs and extreme lows during “that time”. OH MY WORD! There is no way to fully explain how insane it can get! One moment we are just going along and the second she is spitting fire and her eyes are red and I swear it is a totally different person. Lord help me when it is the second ones turn. That’s it I am going to start stocking up on wine!

So, that is what I have been up too. Nothing too exciting just rocking the full time job WITH BENEFITS and my kids! Life is good! There is so much more to write about but one post at a time right! haha!

I have also been busy making gifts for Christmas this year and unfortunately because some people who read this may be receiving said gifts I will have to wait until after to show you what I did. Sorry!  I absolutely love this time of year and can’t wait to see what you have been up to and catch up again!

Tootles!