Making a Positive Impact

Who's world is it anyway? What have you done to make a difference? What impact have you made in "someone" life? Is it a selfish thing to be on this earth and only think about yourself? What kind of morals are you showing if you are self-centered? One should be selfless and do what is right not only for themselves but for others. Sometimes when you think about others, you show how caring you are and make an impact. Lead by example, inspire others to do good. We are all living in this world and it would be a much better place if we were doing the right thing. I want my son to live in a better world then I grew up in. I want him to live trying to make good, honest decisions. I want him to feel good about doing for others. We volunteer a few times a year. One of his favorite places to volunteer is a place that makes care packages for the deployed military. We have been wanting to volunteer on thanksgiving day but he has not been old enough. I hope we can this year or next. I also try to have him do small things when he can. I tell him that you don’t do something expected someone to do something for you in return. He helps an elderly couple down the street with their trashcans. He is one of the oldest kids on the block so he usually acts like a "big brother" to the smaller kids. It's fine to think about yourself once in a while. Go ahead and have a "me" day. But you can live a richer life in you don't live in "your world" but live in a world shared by everyone.

Making better choices

Making better choices There are many places in my life where I can make better choices. I have to learn not to come from such an emotional place. When I come from there I feel the choices I make are not always the best ones. I feel I need to take a step back and see how my emotions are making me feel and see if they are clouding my judgement.

Back to Work

Well, back to work (yesterday) after a week off. It was nice to spend time away from work and to spend it with family. I admit that I wish it was truly a vacation. He had a conference to attend on multiple days, and had one extend to the evening. I was a bit "jealous" because I wanted to spend time with him. I did enjoy the lazy river (pool), it was very relaxing. I would have enjoyed myself more if I weren't so darn white. Got a lil bit of sunburn but I was diligent with the sunblock, so it wasn't bad. Now that vacation is over, it is also time to get back on an exercise routine. The doctor has okayed me to get back on a routine. That is good, because not being on it and being on that medication, did not help me at all. I will definitely do something tonight. I also have to start eating healthier. I don't eat badly, but I have to make better choices. Oh, my friend and I are planning a girls weekend probably in November, so that gives me a goal to work towards. That should help the incentive!! Here's to a better, healthier me!!

Vegas Baby!!

Here we go... We leave in the morning for Las Vegas! I can't wait. It will be nice to go on a vacation with the family. We are driving...so it will be a short trip! Hahaha! That means, I will be sleeping most of the way. My husband says that as soon as we get in the car, poof, it's sleeping time. I have to laugh at that, it's true! Well, not all the time. We also spend time talking. There are also time when we turn up the blast the radio and sing. I can't wait to just head to the hotel and get into the lazy pool and just float! I want to relax and put everthing away (physically and mentally) for a bit. Now, that is going to be nice. I know my son is going to enjoy his time at the pool too. My husband will be working so we have to figure out when we can fit time together. His nights should be open! So, Vegas strip,...watch out!! ((((Shhhh! it's late, I need to go to bed now. Have to finish packing in the morning! *yawn*))))

The Same but Different!!

The poem below "Life is not what you expect" is a poem I wrote using all the Keane song titles that were used in the Poem "Keane on Love".

Life is not what you expect...

Life is not what you expect
Again and Again there was chaos and Spiralling
Once there was certainty now there is doubt
The Frog Prince, his family he was abandoning.

We might as well be Strangers, but you took from me
They said they would go Somewhere Only We Know
Did you both forget your morals, your ethics, your principles?
Just how Farlow can you go… how Farlow?

Everyday felt like A Bad Dream
A decision was made, with Your Eyes Open
You took that extra step
Your integrity has been cheapen

You Don't See Me
You Pretend That You're Alone
It didn’t change the fact that I was here
For your actions you will have to atone

This was my take of the "Keane" song titles
Getting feelings out with rhyme
You hurt me again, know
This is the Last Time

Time to Go - Try Again
If you ever go astray
I am out of here, there is
Nothing in My Way

Is it any Wonder what the future will bring
With hard work and some assists
The Crystal Ball says
You can never get Better Than This!

Family or Friend?

Family or Friend? Blood or Water?

I read something last summer where someone was discussing family versus friends. They said that family was limited, that once you they were gone then that was it. They also said that family is there for you no matter what, because, well, they are your family. In comparison, they said friends are special and hard to come by, that is a real friend, true friend. They said this type of friend doesn’t come by often. That this friend will let you get away with stuff and put up with your antics. But a friend is there by choice, they have no obligation to you, after all, they are not “family”. They believe that this kind of friendship is something that needs work to maintain.

Now I offer you a wrench into this theory. Where does a spouse fit in this? Are they family or friend? Some say family and best friend. They are not "blood"....so, if family is suppose to be there no matter what…what happens if that union doesn’t work? Then what? Again, are they family or friend? Was it that they started as friend, moved to best friend, becomes family… something happens and they are no longer married…what "category" does the spouse move to? Are they listed in some weird limbo, cause by their definition, they don’t fit into either of those? If family will be there no matter what, and friends are there for you but not by obligation, then what happens if you are no longer Mr. and Mrs.? I don’t know if what I am saying makes sense but it was something that has needling with me since I read it.

Hello August

Hello August!

Wow, can you believe that it is August already? Where does the year go? There is so much I want to do but then time just gets away from me. I was thinking of getting a new hobby? Now the question is what do I do? I have a few ideas but I am not sure. I think I will have to search the Internet and see what there is in my area. Maybe see what kind of classes are in my area. I am not sure what it is I want to do so that is why I want to see what is out there.

Earlier this year my husband and I were taking two-step classes. It was alot of fun and it was something we could do together. We both would like to do it again. I think maybe after our Vegas trip coming up we can look into it.

I am also looking forward to football season - high school football that is!! Our school (that is the school my son attends) has a tailgating club. We saw it last year and were thinking of looking into this year. We think it is part of the booster club. We had a lot of fun last year. It also was fun when his school played my alma mater. I had to sing along when they did the fight song, of course it embarrassed my son. (a mom perk!! Ha!!)