Holy Cow. I haven't posted anything since May!!! Wow. I thought I'd have all this time this summer. Well, then hubby finds himself a job in June and is working out of town. Daughter and I went to see him on a couple of weekends. But, he's working 7 days a week and didn't have much time to spend with us.
I really thought I'd have more time for blogging before my classes start again, but now I'm a single Mom with a home, job, dogs, yard work, yada, yada. Not much time for blogging. But that's okay.
I did want to say that this week is my first week back to work after two weeks' vacation. I had a very nice respite. And this is my first week working with my new boss. He's da bomb!!! He's young, 46...very good looking...very, very nice...very laid back...very smart. I am really looking forward to working with him. He and his family finally got moved into their house, but they are still working on putting everything away. Heck, I've lived in this house for almost 12 years and we STILL have boxes that haven't been put away!!! LOL
Anywho...The Rev. Dr. Mark W. Frazier is my new boss and our new Rector. He really is a very nice man. He has a lovely wife and four VERY energetic daughters...three of whom will become acolytes. It's a very exciting time for us at Emmanuel.
Anybody ever broken a toe? Well, I did this past weekend. Good God that hurts. Holy Mother. My toe nearly turned black...the top of my foot was blue...now it's blue and green. I still cannot wear a shoe. I can only wear flip-flops and flip-flop-style sandles. Nothing can touch that little toe or I go into orbit. Holy cow. Never knew my toe could be soooo painful.
We'll soon be gearing up for many things at work. Gearing up for daughter to return to school (Aug. 11). Gearing up for me to return to school (Aug. 25). Will be a very busy time...especially if hubby is still out of town working. I know my folks will help me out, but they will be out of town the first two weeks of classes!!! Oh well...I'll figure it out.
Here's hoping all my friends are enjoying these sunny, hot days of summer.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008
Ever?
Ever feel like you want to just disappear into a hole? Like a black hole? Like a hole that doesn't exist so that you don't exist either? That's kinda the way I'm feeling right now.
I had to help lead the singing of our National Anthem in church yesterday. I had a lot of drainage and didn't do my best, but I didn't think it was that bad until today. I read a friend's blog and found out that it sounded like a pig receiving a procto exam! Then a poster comments that he's heard me sing before and it would make your dog walk backwards. What the f#^*?
Now I wish I could rewind to yesterday and just take it all back. I would never have gotten up to sing. I wouldn't have sounded like a pig with something shoved up my ass.
Damn, I need that black hole to just swollow me up RIGHT NOW!!! Think I'll avoid church services for a bit.
God, how utterly embarrassing.
Happy Memorial Day to all. It's a memorable one for me!
I had to help lead the singing of our National Anthem in church yesterday. I had a lot of drainage and didn't do my best, but I didn't think it was that bad until today. I read a friend's blog and found out that it sounded like a pig receiving a procto exam! Then a poster comments that he's heard me sing before and it would make your dog walk backwards. What the f#^*?
Now I wish I could rewind to yesterday and just take it all back. I would never have gotten up to sing. I wouldn't have sounded like a pig with something shoved up my ass.
Damn, I need that black hole to just swollow me up RIGHT NOW!!! Think I'll avoid church services for a bit.
God, how utterly embarrassing.
Happy Memorial Day to all. It's a memorable one for me!
Friday, May 23, 2008
How True!
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Things are lookin' good!
Guess I'll start this post on the down note....hubby was laid off from his job on April 18 and still has no prospects. If you are so inclined...please send a prayer or ten HIS way. To say that things are tight is an understatement.
Okay, now that the bad news is done, on to all the good:
We have a new rector! Yes, my church and place of employment has called a new rector. I am very excited as he seems like a really, really nice guy. The day after he accepted the call, he came by my office and said, "well, you have a new boss." And proceeded to give me a big hug. Doesn't get any better than that. He'll be here mid-July (while I'm on vacation no less). But at least he is coming along. And Fr. David Booher will be here until then, praise God. Fr. David is wonderful and a hoot to boot!
More good news...daughter scored a 6 (the highest you can) an the State Writing Assessment. Only two other children, in her class, achieved that score. I'm sooo proud of her. Her teacher emailed me the day she found out. She was so excited and proud of Kaylyn, as are we. Daughter also ended the year with all A's and one B. She'd be a straight A student if she'd only study. But trying to get her to study on a regular basis is like, well, like trying to put a wet cat in a bag. (No offense to cat-lovers)
Even more good news.....I was having trouble finding any classes for my fall semester that didn't require me to drive to Johnson City three times a week and miss all manner of work. But, I finally found two classes (which is the limit I can do both financially and work-wise) at the local "outlet" for ETSU. It means with gas at $4 or more per gallon, I will drive 3 - 5 miles instead of 30 or 40 each time.
Yes, life is lookin' pretty good. Plan to spend time with my family this weekend enjoying the holiday. Eating more than I should or need. Relaxing whenever possible. And cleaning up messes that have piled up over the last semester. Yes, room by room, I'm getting there.
Here's hoping one and all have a glorious long weekend.
Oh, forgot to mention that Lee (my dear friend) and I are leading the congregation in singing the National Anthem Sunday morning. Ms. Margaret (our organist) asked me to sing solo. Lee said if I didn't do it, he would...then I said, "let's do it together." It evolved into us leading the entire congregation. Say another prayer that I don't just collapse in a pile of embarrassment. I have real issues with performing in front of others. But I adore Ms. Margaret and would do almost anything she asks of me.
Again, have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. May God continue to shine his Grace upon you and yours. May the memories of those gone before us be ever present.
Okay, now that the bad news is done, on to all the good:
We have a new rector! Yes, my church and place of employment has called a new rector. I am very excited as he seems like a really, really nice guy. The day after he accepted the call, he came by my office and said, "well, you have a new boss." And proceeded to give me a big hug. Doesn't get any better than that. He'll be here mid-July (while I'm on vacation no less). But at least he is coming along. And Fr. David Booher will be here until then, praise God. Fr. David is wonderful and a hoot to boot!
More good news...daughter scored a 6 (the highest you can) an the State Writing Assessment. Only two other children, in her class, achieved that score. I'm sooo proud of her. Her teacher emailed me the day she found out. She was so excited and proud of Kaylyn, as are we. Daughter also ended the year with all A's and one B. She'd be a straight A student if she'd only study. But trying to get her to study on a regular basis is like, well, like trying to put a wet cat in a bag. (No offense to cat-lovers)
Even more good news.....I was having trouble finding any classes for my fall semester that didn't require me to drive to Johnson City three times a week and miss all manner of work. But, I finally found two classes (which is the limit I can do both financially and work-wise) at the local "outlet" for ETSU. It means with gas at $4 or more per gallon, I will drive 3 - 5 miles instead of 30 or 40 each time.
Yes, life is lookin' pretty good. Plan to spend time with my family this weekend enjoying the holiday. Eating more than I should or need. Relaxing whenever possible. And cleaning up messes that have piled up over the last semester. Yes, room by room, I'm getting there.
Here's hoping one and all have a glorious long weekend.
Oh, forgot to mention that Lee (my dear friend) and I are leading the congregation in singing the National Anthem Sunday morning. Ms. Margaret (our organist) asked me to sing solo. Lee said if I didn't do it, he would...then I said, "let's do it together." It evolved into us leading the entire congregation. Say another prayer that I don't just collapse in a pile of embarrassment. I have real issues with performing in front of others. But I adore Ms. Margaret and would do almost anything she asks of me.
Again, have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend. May God continue to shine his Grace upon you and yours. May the memories of those gone before us be ever present.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Oh, Yeah!!!
Haven't written on my blog in foreeeeeever. Been so busy with work, school, daughter, life.....
I completed my last final yesterday and am done with classes until the fall. It will be nice to have a bit of a break. Now I can do some reading that I've been wanting to get in. I've been reading the autobiography of Barry White. Oh, yeah....that man could make the hairs on my arms stand at attention just hearing his voice. What a very interesting man he was.
Went on a school trip with the fifth grade classes from my daughter's school last week. We took them for three days to Kanuga (Camp Bob to be more precise). It's a very interesting outdoor school. We did LOTS of hiking (OMG....I'm still not recovered), learned about constellations and how we could use them for tracking. They learned about compass reading; we went canoeing; we dug around in a pond and found critters they had to identify; they climbed rock walls..........we were busy from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. The kids were involved in games designed to help build community and trust. They had to be "hoppers". Which meant they took turns showing up early at meal time to set tables and remain afterward to clean up. A very fun, exhausting time. Did I mention that there were only three of us ladies to chaperone 27 fifth grade girls????? Can you say "DRAMA"?
Now that my schooling is over til the fall, I will be concentrating on finishing my obligations at daughter's class...I am the homeroom Mom after all. I still have a few events to plan and carry out before they get out of school.
I am also neck deep in planning for Vacation Bible School at work. We lost our Director of Christian Formation in December, so I took it upon myself to get things going. I swore after last year, I would not do this again. Like I don't have enough to do!!!! Anywho...last year's event was so popular, fun and well-attended, I just couldn't let the kids down by not offering anything. (oh, have I mentioned the fact that I am the only full-time employee left at the church??? We have a part-time sexton and part-time organist/choir director.)
Well, speaking of employees......it looks like we will be FINALLY calling a new rector. After being without one for a year and a half, it looks like we will be calling a young, energetic, gentleman. Don't want to give too many details as the paperwork has not been signed yet. I'll let ya'll know when the ink is dried on the papers.
Now that I've finished with my own studies, I hope to have a bit more time to blog and to read other's blogs. I've really missed that.
Have a Tremendous Tuesday!
I completed my last final yesterday and am done with classes until the fall. It will be nice to have a bit of a break. Now I can do some reading that I've been wanting to get in. I've been reading the autobiography of Barry White. Oh, yeah....that man could make the hairs on my arms stand at attention just hearing his voice. What a very interesting man he was.
Went on a school trip with the fifth grade classes from my daughter's school last week. We took them for three days to Kanuga (Camp Bob to be more precise). It's a very interesting outdoor school. We did LOTS of hiking (OMG....I'm still not recovered), learned about constellations and how we could use them for tracking. They learned about compass reading; we went canoeing; we dug around in a pond and found critters they had to identify; they climbed rock walls..........we were busy from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. The kids were involved in games designed to help build community and trust. They had to be "hoppers". Which meant they took turns showing up early at meal time to set tables and remain afterward to clean up. A very fun, exhausting time. Did I mention that there were only three of us ladies to chaperone 27 fifth grade girls????? Can you say "DRAMA"?
Now that my schooling is over til the fall, I will be concentrating on finishing my obligations at daughter's class...I am the homeroom Mom after all. I still have a few events to plan and carry out before they get out of school.
I am also neck deep in planning for Vacation Bible School at work. We lost our Director of Christian Formation in December, so I took it upon myself to get things going. I swore after last year, I would not do this again. Like I don't have enough to do!!!! Anywho...last year's event was so popular, fun and well-attended, I just couldn't let the kids down by not offering anything. (oh, have I mentioned the fact that I am the only full-time employee left at the church??? We have a part-time sexton and part-time organist/choir director.)
Well, speaking of employees......it looks like we will be FINALLY calling a new rector. After being without one for a year and a half, it looks like we will be calling a young, energetic, gentleman. Don't want to give too many details as the paperwork has not been signed yet. I'll let ya'll know when the ink is dried on the papers.
Now that I've finished with my own studies, I hope to have a bit more time to blog and to read other's blogs. I've really missed that.
Have a Tremendous Tuesday!
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Smoothing out
Well, last week really sucked a big one. It was topped off with a trip Friday evening to Super Wal-Mart. We hadn't been in quite some time and needed lots of food, etc. Needless to say, we had two shopping carts full of "stuff". We check out, which took forever, then I swipe my credit card and it's denied. WHAT???!!! I swipe again, sorry declined. WHAT THE???!!! So there we stand, two buggies full of "stuff" and food and .... Dear God, will we have to put everything back? OMG. So, I say, "hold on". I call the credit card company, "Hi Mrs. Heath, you tried to use your card and got denied, right?" "Uh, yeah, that's right." "I'm standing here with two carts full of food and sundry other items we need and people are backing up behind us waiting." "Well, you hadn't used that card in a very long time and we need to make sure it's not stolen."
Oh my God. Well, I'm actually glad they were concerned. That made me feel good that they are watching out for me. But, I'm in line, food is defrosting, I'm turning purple from embarrassment. Finally, we get it straightened out and all is well.
Had a GREAT time last night. Started a "GNO" with some girlfriends of mine. We had our first outing to dinner, then to play pool. We had a blast! We've decided to make it a regular event. Can't wait.
As for today....I've been studying off and on during the day. I've had a "runny" eye. You know, tearing at the side, all day long. Now I have another eye infection. Please tell me this is NOT a sign of how this week's gonna go. Good golly.
Well, here's hoping for the best. My eye is driving me crazy, so I am off to put antibiotic drops in and settle in bed. I may try to read something fun for a bit. We'll see. I'm having a little trouble seeing clearly.
Here's hoping the drops work quickly and I will be able to wear makeup before the week is over. (No, I'm not vain.......just don't want to scare the kiddies!)
Oh my God. Well, I'm actually glad they were concerned. That made me feel good that they are watching out for me. But, I'm in line, food is defrosting, I'm turning purple from embarrassment. Finally, we get it straightened out and all is well.
Had a GREAT time last night. Started a "GNO" with some girlfriends of mine. We had our first outing to dinner, then to play pool. We had a blast! We've decided to make it a regular event. Can't wait.
As for today....I've been studying off and on during the day. I've had a "runny" eye. You know, tearing at the side, all day long. Now I have another eye infection. Please tell me this is NOT a sign of how this week's gonna go. Good golly.
Well, here's hoping for the best. My eye is driving me crazy, so I am off to put antibiotic drops in and settle in bed. I may try to read something fun for a bit. We'll see. I'm having a little trouble seeing clearly.
Here's hoping the drops work quickly and I will be able to wear makeup before the week is over. (No, I'm not vain.......just don't want to scare the kiddies!)
Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Some Days Are Better Than Others
Well, I've endured some pretty rough days lately. Work pretty much sucks. I won't go into detail, let's just say I hope things change soon.
My father-in-law passed away on the 22nd of Feb. We had his funeral last week. I've had to fight a cold and have had a sick child. Now I get news that my dearest friend has suffered some brain damage from a stroke at the age of 39.
My college classes are keeping me so busy I don't have time to blog (this week is Spring break, so I hope to get ahead in my studies).
I finally made time to do our taxes this past weekend. I submitted them on line THEN realized I forgot to include our mortgage interest! Jeez.
The wind is blowing so hard where I live right now that the windows are rattling and the roof makes buzzing sounds. It's quite eery.
Well, now that I've dumped my burden, I'm off to bed. Early to bed tonight as I am really tired. Been really, really tired (more than usual) here lately.
My father-in-law passed away on the 22nd of Feb. We had his funeral last week. I've had to fight a cold and have had a sick child. Now I get news that my dearest friend has suffered some brain damage from a stroke at the age of 39.
My college classes are keeping me so busy I don't have time to blog (this week is Spring break, so I hope to get ahead in my studies).
I finally made time to do our taxes this past weekend. I submitted them on line THEN realized I forgot to include our mortgage interest! Jeez.
The wind is blowing so hard where I live right now that the windows are rattling and the roof makes buzzing sounds. It's quite eery.
Well, now that I've dumped my burden, I'm off to bed. Early to bed tonight as I am really tired. Been really, really tired (more than usual) here lately.
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Loooong time
It's been such a loooooong time since I've had a moment to blog. Life seems to keep finding itself in my way of that.
I am so busy with school this semester. SOoooo much reading and writing this time around. Research. Reading. Writing. Online Discussions. Whew.
Just to get you all up to date....had a very serious scare about the health of my oldest nephew, Terrell. Thanks to prayers from so many folks, he is doing much better. His days are a roller coaster ride. One day he feels pretty good, the next he may feel like crap due to the disease, or maybe due to dialysis. But, all-in-all, he us much better. Thanks to all of your prayers.
My Dad...I'm almost afraid to type this. But.....he's feeling better!!! Finally. They've been adjusting and changing his meds around and for the last week, he has finally, finally felt a bit better. He even had some color to his face (other than white). He's actually gotten out of the house some and started driving again. It's really great to see. You can even hear in his voice that he feels better. Thanks so much for those wonderful prayers as well.
Yes, life is pretty good at the moment. Albeit busier than I can handle some days. But, nonetheless good. I feel very blessed. And I feel most blessed to have so many caring friends around me.
Well, I promise to try to make more time for blogging, but I don't know if I will keep that promise. Work, home, mothering, schoolwork, life kinda come first....
Kim
I am so busy with school this semester. SOoooo much reading and writing this time around. Research. Reading. Writing. Online Discussions. Whew.
Just to get you all up to date....had a very serious scare about the health of my oldest nephew, Terrell. Thanks to prayers from so many folks, he is doing much better. His days are a roller coaster ride. One day he feels pretty good, the next he may feel like crap due to the disease, or maybe due to dialysis. But, all-in-all, he us much better. Thanks to all of your prayers.
My Dad...I'm almost afraid to type this. But.....he's feeling better!!! Finally. They've been adjusting and changing his meds around and for the last week, he has finally, finally felt a bit better. He even had some color to his face (other than white). He's actually gotten out of the house some and started driving again. It's really great to see. You can even hear in his voice that he feels better. Thanks so much for those wonderful prayers as well.
Yes, life is pretty good at the moment. Albeit busier than I can handle some days. But, nonetheless good. I feel very blessed. And I feel most blessed to have so many caring friends around me.
Well, I promise to try to make more time for blogging, but I don't know if I will keep that promise. Work, home, mothering, schoolwork, life kinda come first....
Kim
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Busy Weekend
What a busy, busy weekend I've had.
Friday was my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. My brother and I prepared a really nice dinner with wine, champagne, the works. We kept it quiet and at my parent's house because of my Dad's poor health. It was really lovely.
After the dinner they opened gifts. I had been working for many months on putting together a DVD of my folks' lives together. It turned out really nice, if I say so myself. They were really moved by it and loved it. We all had a blast watching it. My brother's kids and my daughter really thought it was funny seeing photos of us as youngun's.
Saturday was spent recuperating from Friday night festivities. Then hubby, daughter and I went to the movies. We saw "Juno" -- daughter's choice. She LOVED it. Hubby and I did not. It put me in mind of "Napoleon Dynamite". Very strange and "different" movie.
Today I stayed home from church. My daughter was supposed to acolyte, but she wasn't feeling well. I decided to take the time to begin the chore of undecorating the house. I've gotten quite a bit done, but there's still plenty to do.
According to the weather reports, we're supposed to get some snow tonight. Unfortunately, it sounds like we'll be lucky to get flurries. Well, here's hoping for some white stuff. Maybe enough to go sled riding????
Oh, and did I mention that I'm reading a book for one of my classes this semester? (No sense in not getting a jump start on the work) It's a really good book. A very interesting, true story..."The Thread That Runs So True". It's as especially good read for anybody who is or who wants to become a teacher. It's also a good read if you like to read about rural Kentucky. It takes place way back when kids walked to school...in snow, rain, burning heat. Teachers were lucky to make $68 per month. It's a great, great story.
Well, guess my random thoughts are done.
Friday was my parents' 50th wedding anniversary. My brother and I prepared a really nice dinner with wine, champagne, the works. We kept it quiet and at my parent's house because of my Dad's poor health. It was really lovely.
After the dinner they opened gifts. I had been working for many months on putting together a DVD of my folks' lives together. It turned out really nice, if I say so myself. They were really moved by it and loved it. We all had a blast watching it. My brother's kids and my daughter really thought it was funny seeing photos of us as youngun's.
Saturday was spent recuperating from Friday night festivities. Then hubby, daughter and I went to the movies. We saw "Juno" -- daughter's choice. She LOVED it. Hubby and I did not. It put me in mind of "Napoleon Dynamite". Very strange and "different" movie.
Today I stayed home from church. My daughter was supposed to acolyte, but she wasn't feeling well. I decided to take the time to begin the chore of undecorating the house. I've gotten quite a bit done, but there's still plenty to do.
According to the weather reports, we're supposed to get some snow tonight. Unfortunately, it sounds like we'll be lucky to get flurries. Well, here's hoping for some white stuff. Maybe enough to go sled riding????
Oh, and did I mention that I'm reading a book for one of my classes this semester? (No sense in not getting a jump start on the work) It's a really good book. A very interesting, true story..."The Thread That Runs So True". It's as especially good read for anybody who is or who wants to become a teacher. It's also a good read if you like to read about rural Kentucky. It takes place way back when kids walked to school...in snow, rain, burning heat. Teachers were lucky to make $68 per month. It's a great, great story.
Well, guess my random thoughts are done.
Sunday, January 6, 2008
Roller Coaster
Well, some days are just better than others. Today was my last day off from work. I took two weeks off around Christmas and it's now time to head back to the job. I absolutely hate the idea. This has been one of the most bittersweet vacations. It allowed me time with my family at a very special time of year. It was also time that I will never get back again.
I've blogged about the health of my Dad and I'm sorry to report that he just isn't improving. I'm very, very glad I've been able to spend a little more time with him than usual. He's very tired and very weak. He doesn't feel well. He has zero energy. He looks like hell...very pale and weak.
I absolutely hate getting older. It just means my parents are aging as well and won't be with me for much longer. It also means my daughter is getting older and will "fly the coop" before I'm ready. Jesus, this getting older stuff sure ain't for sissies.
For part of my vacation, we rented a cabin/house with my brother and his family and my folks, in Gatlinburg. We were there for four days and included New Years. We had a GREAT time. This was the first time we ever did anything like this with the entire family. I know it meant a lot to my folks.
My parents will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this Friday, January 11. We plan a quiet family meal at their home. My brother and I will prepare everything. It should be nice.
Well, back to work tomorrow, then back to school the following week. Whew...life just keeps on trucking by, huh?
If you're so inclined...please say a prayer for me and my family. I'm extraordinarily close to my Dad. This is a very difficult time. I know my Mom is scared even though she puts up a good front. Please pray that we can all face whatever may lie ahead for us in this journey called, LIFE.
Oh, and if you haven't done it lately, tell your spouse, your siblings, your children, your mate, your friends how much you love them.
I've blogged about the health of my Dad and I'm sorry to report that he just isn't improving. I'm very, very glad I've been able to spend a little more time with him than usual. He's very tired and very weak. He doesn't feel well. He has zero energy. He looks like hell...very pale and weak.
I absolutely hate getting older. It just means my parents are aging as well and won't be with me for much longer. It also means my daughter is getting older and will "fly the coop" before I'm ready. Jesus, this getting older stuff sure ain't for sissies.
For part of my vacation, we rented a cabin/house with my brother and his family and my folks, in Gatlinburg. We were there for four days and included New Years. We had a GREAT time. This was the first time we ever did anything like this with the entire family. I know it meant a lot to my folks.
My parents will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this Friday, January 11. We plan a quiet family meal at their home. My brother and I will prepare everything. It should be nice.
Well, back to work tomorrow, then back to school the following week. Whew...life just keeps on trucking by, huh?
If you're so inclined...please say a prayer for me and my family. I'm extraordinarily close to my Dad. This is a very difficult time. I know my Mom is scared even though she puts up a good front. Please pray that we can all face whatever may lie ahead for us in this journey called, LIFE.
Oh, and if you haven't done it lately, tell your spouse, your siblings, your children, your mate, your friends how much you love them.
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