Where did May go?

Yesterday I looked at the calendar and it displayed May 1st.  Today I look at the calendar and it displays May 27th.  Where did May go?

To be honest, I haven't a clue where the time has gone.  Seems I was just preparing for winter and now I'm preparing for summer.  Maybe because we've had weird, rainy, cold springtime it has me all thrown off! haha  I don't know.  I've just had a weird bubble around me seems like all year.  I've been completely forgetful for a good year now.  My mind can't multi-task like it once did.  SO MUCH GOING ON!! 

Blah, blah, blah...I sound like I'm whining.  I'm really not.  I'm just in a confused state of mind I guess.  hahaha  But, aside from all this, the one thing I know to remain true....I am a child of the King.  I am loved by the Risen Lord.  I know I have a home in Glory.  I know I will one day live with Christ Jesus in my home in heaven.  I know that I know that I know. 

When everything goes fuzzy and I don't know which direction I'm chasing my tail and how fast I've gotta go to get there I always know where my life is centered (thanks for that reference friend Sara).  My life is centered on the Rock; no not The Rock-Dwayne Johnson either.  The Rock of my Salvation; my heavenly Father; my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ! 

Next week is June and I still haven't figured out where May has gone, but I still know where my Center is!

Have a wonderful Memorial Day weekend!

Until next time . . .

Hello...it's been awhile!

Hello, hello blogger buddies!  It has been too long since we last visited!  Life has certainly been busy and the blog has been far from my mind. 

So much has transpired since we visited last.  I believe my last post talked about me purchasing a house and property.  This has taken LOTS of my time and energy.  When I'm not at work, I'm at the new place working on it with my dad and mom.  In a nut shell that's where I've been for a month; work-home to work-church and do it all over again.  The remodeling is coming along slowly but surely.  Hopefully I'll be moved in by Thanksgiving! HA!  I hope to be moved in by July 4th. 

More exciting news since we last visited, and I may have already blogged about it.....I was elected as a board member for the Dora R-III Schools!  This is the school where I spent my childhood and teens years; all of my school days actually.  I am thrilled, honored, and excited to be serving my community and district! 

So this is pretty much it right now.  My new place is consuming most of my time, when I'm not at work.  I'll leave you with a few pics of the new place :)

as it looked the day I bought it

dad working hard putting in a new window for the living room

one of three new windows

Until next time . . .

Today is the day!!

When one sees the phrase "Today is the day!!" it can mean many things; a wedding, a new job, a long awaited trip.  For me, today is the day because I never thought it would get here.  Today is the day of an answered prayer!  The Lord is so faithful and good.  And, with Today being the day I have definitely had to learn that patience is a virtue.

So what makes today so special?  It's a Thursday, mid-April.  Today I become a property owner!  Today I purchase that little spot of land that I have prayed over my entire life.  Yes, that's true.  As a young girl I would sit in my parent's field, looking over the hills, and pray that one day I would have the opportunity to own that spot.  Today is the day that a dream comes true and my prayer is being answered!  Thank you Lord for Your faithfulness.  Thank you Lord for Your love.  Thank you, Lord!  Lord, You know all the circumstances surrounding this sale.  I pray You will guide the sellers.  I pray You will watch over and protect.  Thank you, thank you Lord Jesus!

My new prayer, other than protection and watching over my new place, is that my mobile home sells quickly!  Lord, You know I'm going to be strapped until it sells.  Please Lord send someone into my life quickly who needs a dandy little mobile home :)

Amen!  Praise the Lord!!  Today is the day!!!  I'm so excited!!!!

Until next time . . .

What a month!

Wow, it's been a few weeks since I last posted.  The last few weeks have been busy and super fast to say the least!  Let's see, where to begin?

Well, the last time I posted I was getting ready to go on vacation.  This is a vacation that had been two years in the planning and finally arrived!  I traveled once again over the big pond; best known as the Atlantic.  This time my destination was a Mediterranean Journey.  It began in Rome, Italy - then Assisi, Italy - then Florence, Italy - then Pisa, Italy - then an overnight ferry ride across the Mediterranean Sea - and the final stop was Barcelona, Spain.  What an awesome 9 days that was!  Day three of the adventure was pretty awesome.  I celebrated my 32nd birthday in Assisi!  It was great!!

That's all for March excitement to bring us up to date.

April started out on a bang as well.  April 1st, April Fool's day, was a hit!  My dear friend, Jeni, and I got to see Kenny Chesney in concert!  WOOHOO!  That was great.  We had wonderful seats, too.  That was our first Kenny concert in five years as well as our fifth time seeing him together.

On this same day, yes April Fool's, I received a call that I've been working for for months; slightly over six months to be exact.  It was the call to tell me my offer on a property had been approved!  Oh my, this just goes to prove patience is a virtue!  I actually had to call the lady back and make sure she said what she said and that this wasn't an April Fool's joke.

Next big thing, Dora School Board elections - Tuesday, April 5, 2011.  I was one of 10 candidates vying for one of three, three year positions.  I won!!  I am so excited at the opportunity to serve my school.  This same day, I put that property (mentioned above) under contract!  The emotions tied into this day was almost overwhelming.

Now we're caught up.  This week I have been busily getting paperwork, insurance policies, electricity, etc. lined up for my house closing; which is Thursday!  For something that was back and forth and took forever to get through once the deal was accepted it has been going at lightning speed.  So Thursday, April 14th, I will officially become a first time home/property buyer.  The two little mobile homes I've owned don't count really.  This is a spot of land I've dreamed about owning one day.   God and I have had many, many a chat about this.  I told Him when He was ready for me to have it He would make the way.  And He did!!  I'm already picturing my evenings of sitting in the back yard watching that sunset over the Ozark Mountains!  Oh, I can't wait!  Also on this day, I'm having my information school board meeting....so, big day!!

**if you know anyone needing a dandy single wide mobile home send them my way as I now have one for sale!**

They say good things come in threes.  Well, I've had two wonderful things happen.  I told my mom maybe that third big thing would be someone asking me on a date :)  Have no idea who that somebody is, but you never know!  Or, maybe I need to buy a lottery ticket!  LOL LOL

So, that's all my news and we're caught up.  I'm in such awe and amazement of what a big and loving God we serve.  He is so good!  He has blessed me beyond comprehension.  I stand amazed and in awe of Him.

Have a wonderful day!

Until next time . . .

Devastation a half a world away: Japan's Earthquake & Tsunami

My mind is heavy today.  I got up this morning in my same normal fashion; following my same routine, grabbing a sweatshirt and my sneakers to go for a morning walk.  The sun was shining brightly in my bedroom windows which was a much welcomed sight considering we've had several days of gray clouds and cold temps.  I knew today was going to be good day.  I was greeted at the door by my pup as he yawned and stretched.  Off we went for our morning stroll. 

I wake up to the radio and I recall the broadcasters talking about historical earthquakes, but I just assumed they were talking about this day in history.  Little did I know they were referring to today and a day that will go down in history. 

Upon my return from walking I pulled up my facebook to check out the world around me.  A cousin of mine lives in Japan and all I see is EARTHQUAKE as his status so I pulled it up.  Then, I turned on the TV.  This is what was all over the news: an 8.9 earthquake hit off the shore of Northern Japan around 2:45 PM (Japan time) Friday, March 11, 2011.  Shortly after a 13-foot tsunami plummeted the island causing major devastation up and down the 1300 miles of Japan's cost.  It's a good thing I was driving solo today because all I could do was sit and watch the TV.  Next think I knew it was almost 8 am and I was officially late to work.

As soon as I heard all this news my thoughts immediately turned to God.  I knew at that moment that God was speaking to His people all over the world.  I'm sure many were listening just like I'm sure there are so many who weren't.  I threw my hands up and said out loud, "God, I know you're talking.  I'm here in the central US not physically being affected by this, but I still know you're talking.  God, I sure hope people wake up and listen." It was such a 'WOW GOD' moment even though it was a moment of total devastation and destruction a half a world away.  All this has caused destruction right here in the US.  The tsunami affected Hawaii and all up and down the West Coast.

You see, what we have to remember, even though by land we're a half a world away we are still under God's creation, His control, His strength, His power, His promise, His plan!  So when He talks we should all listen because God has no continental boundaries or borders.  If all this 'stuff' going on around us doesn't wake people up I don't know what will; unless many wake up when it's too late.  And by 'stuff' I mean floods, big snow storms, earthquakes gallore every day, war, talks of war, earthquakes, and the list goes on.  It's not global warming folks...it's bonefide GOD WARNING!

All this happening is a perfect definition of fearing the Lord.  I fear the Lord, yes I do.  I don't fear Him out of being scared for my life; it's just the opposite.  I fear the Lord because I believe His promises; promises of good and bad.  I fear the Lord because I have lost friends and family who may never enter the Kingdom of Heaven; I fear for their souls.  I fear the Lord because I believe His plans; even though I don't know the time or place.  I fear the Lord because I believe He is Higher than anything, Stronger than anything, Capable of everything, Lover and Giver of my soul.  I fear the Lord because I believe!

So, everyone who reads this:  Do you believe in our Lord, Jesus Christ?  If you don't see tomorrow do you know without a shadow of a doubt you will spend your eternity with Him in Heaven?  I pray your answers are yes.  Even if I don't know you I still pray for your soul.  As a Christian, we are to love one another and pray for the lost.  That doesn't say love one another if you know them.  That says 'love one another.'  God didn't create us to be lost and disbelieve Him. 

God bless you all!

Until next time . . .

Saying Goodbye . . .

June of 2002 I watched Wendy, our Red Dun Quarter Horse mare, bring Cali into the world.  On Saturday, March 5, 2011, I had to watch them both become part of someone else's family :(  It was hard to say goodbye and let go of two beauties who have been apart of the C Ridge for a long time; Wendy (22) since she was seven and Cali since her birth.  Wendy was the first mare we ever had that we raised babies from.  During her time on the Ridge she mother three fillies; Dusti, Sunni, and Cali.  My cousin purchased Dusti & Sunni last year so they are still close. 

I have to admit I got a little teary seeing them in the trailer.  Afterall, we raised Cali; so it's always hard to see them go.  Later, once we got them in their new barn, I had to have a little time with them to myself while dad and the new owner talked.  I tried to hold back the tears, but I just couldn't.  I know, I know...they're just horses, an animal.  But, when you see something everyday you kinda get used to it and attached.

Wendy (mother) and Cali (daughter)

Cali and Wendy

On this same day, we brought home a new addition to the C Ridge, Lil Dandy, a six year old Bay Rhone Quarter horse.  You're probably wondering, "Why did you get rid of two and bring home another?"  Well, for many reasons.  Cali wasn't broke to ride, therefore could be potentially dangerous and Wendy is getting on in years and we couldn't bare the thought of her passing on the farm.  Therefore, we brought home a broke horse that we can ride.   Even though Lil Dandy is beautiful and has great disposition, it was still a sad exchange.

Lil Dandy

When you have cared for something one always worries that something won't be cared for as good as you did or that they will be mistreated.  We can only hope that Wendy and Cali are well taken care of and loved as we did.  We do know that both mares will make their new permanent residence somewhere in Oklahoma where they will become surrogate mothers, or broodmares.  I pray they are well taken care off.  They will be forever missed on the C Ridge.

Until next time . . .

Christmas in March!!!!

Today is the day . . . to see Chris Tomlin in concert!!! Louie Giglio will also be there speaking along with singer, Christy Nockels and Rend Collective!!!  This will be my third concert, in two years, seeing Chris Tomlin . . . he's my FAVORITE . . .  and second time to hear Louie Giglio.  I guess you can say, "I'M A FAN!"

Little Rock, AR concert with TobyMac, Spring 2010

So, if a few moments I will be on the road by way of picking up my sister and then picking up Shanea (my niece) at College of the Ozarks.  We are being met in Ozark at the James River Assembly by my parents and Dee & Jasmine (my other two nieces).  We all got tickets for Christmas so we are having Christmas in March!!  So excited!!!

Today is also the day of Round 2 District play in for High School playoffs.  Dora Falcons, my home team, will face intra-country rivals the Gainesville Bulldogs to see who advances to the District Championship!  Oh, my fingers are cross.  LET'S GO DORA FALCONS!!!

Until next time . . .

BOOM...RATTLE...SHAKE!

BOOM...RATTLE...SHAKE = LIGHTNING...THUNDER...EARTHQUAKE!!!

With the season change to spring comes vast weather changes; last night was no different.  By the way, that was a second 'thunder in February, frost in May'!  Something we're not used to in this part of the world is earthquakes.  Oh, sure, yes we're near the New Madrid Fault so tremors can be expected, but they are very rare.

Much of the local papers & media have been filled the last few months with reports of small tremors and earthquakes in Central Arkansas, near Guy & Greenbriar.  Over the course of these months we have felt nothing in Northern Arkansas or Southern Missouri . . . . until last night!  4.7 centered in Greenbriar, AR; followed by three in the 3.8 vicinity.

Now, I didn't feel the whole house shaking, stuff on the walls moving that others did, but I do recall hearing some rattling. I just thought it was thunder from the pending storms headed our way!  Never thought anything different.  It felt like one of those deep thunders that rattles your inards.  Didn't know anything about the earth quaken until this morning when it was on the news and facebook was flooded with reports.

I believe God gives us warning signs everyday.  Now, whether we choose to listen is another story.  Yes, yes, yes, I know....people have been speaking of the 'end times' for years.  I do believe the end is near; we're a whole lot closer today that we were yesterday.  Is it in my lifetime?  Who knows.  No one knows; we just have to be ready.  But, I do believe God is trying to shake us up a bit and open our eyes to what's going on around us.  For example; the Oscars.

The 83rd Academy Awards was on last night.  I do not think God is very pleased with the types of filth coming out of Hollywood; just like I'm sure He's not pleased with the turmoil in this world.  The movies might not necessarily be bad, but the people making them are representing and condoning things that are probably not too pleasing to Him.   For example; I was all excited about "The King's Speech" winning Best Picture and getting to see it until . . . the guy giving the speech at the end thanked his boyfriend!!!  Totally turned me off and I probably won't be watching it. 

I realize these are my opinions, but they are opinions based on facts backed up by the truths of the Bible.  If we, as Christians, continue to 'accept' and 'get used' to things unpleasing to God what makes us any better?  I heard someone say over the weekend that they are 'getting used' to seeing/hearing about homosexuality.  I'M SORRY, but I COMPLETELY 100% DISAGREE with that statement.  If we continue to 'get used to' we are accepting something not of God.  I know folks and have friends who live this lifestyle.  I'm not saying they're not nice people because they are good people.  Just being good or nice doesn't give us an eternity in heaven with Jesus.  This goes for all sin.  It's high time to step up.  All it takes is one spark to ignite a wildfire.  Just think what one voice can do. 

I realize sin is sin and I'm not putting myself on a pedestal.  I have my faults that I have to ask forgiveness for.  But, God is pressing us to work for Him, to lead by example, to be a light and spread His Word.  I'm listening God, help me to be brave to do Your Will!

Until next time . . .

Thunder in February, Frost in May & 11 months

Hello blogger buddies!

Happy, happy Thursday.  Well, we are officially-unofficially into the Spring weather season.  In other words . . . thunderstorms have returned!

That's right.  Woke up this morning, early, to thunder booms and lightning cracks, and pouring down rain.  On my journey to work I could see a slight tint of green in the pastures.  Such a welcome sight, too.

Like I said, woke up early; about 4:14 AM.  Jasper was spending his second night in a row out of his pen..YAY!  He sleeps on the porch on his pillow, which is now a soppy wet mess.  The sound of the rain on my metal roof woke me up.  Such a peaceful sound, but it's been a while since I've heard it.  I was getting up to check the pup since this was his first time to sleep on the porch during a storm.  As soon as my feet were to hit the floor . . . . BOOM BOOM from thunder and then CRACK CRACK from lightning.  Like to have scared me to death! hahaha

With that, I immediately remembered the old wives tale "Thunder in February, frost in May.  Oh, and my pup was fine.  He was asleep all cozy and snuggled in his house on the porch; thunder never phased him.  So, mark your calendar and see if we have a frost and final cold snap in late May.

And . . . Jasper is 11 months old today!  Happy 11 months old to my sweet pup :) 

all curled up with his blanket :)

Until next time . . .

"Sit boys!"

Yes, this is another post devoted to the pup as well as his two compadres on the C Ridge.  Those compadres would be Ben, 13 1/2 year old Lab and chief of the C Ridge and Tucker, 7 1/2 year old Lab and boss of the C Ridge.  So we have:

Ben - 13 1/2
Tucker - 7 1/2
Jasper - 11 months

Here's a little history:  Ben taught Tucker.  Tucker is now teaching Jasper.  Oh help us!! hahahan

With that much Lab walking around you can imagine the tail wags, barks, licks, etc that goes on.  They are a crazy trio.  We have taught all our pups to sit and shake.  Jasper can pretty much sit on command, but the shaking part is still a work in progress.  Oh, and something they all three know is "you wanna bite?"  You say this or stick your hand in your pocket and they sit without you even asking them to! Ha

But, when you want them to sit, you can imagine the chaos and fun that goes with getting three feisty pups to sit and stay seated at the same time.  Here's pictures to show the fun:

Dad was saying over and over:  "sit boys, sit, good boy Tucker, sit, I said sit, sit down!"  ahaha  Oh the joys of the pups!

L to R:  Ben, Jasper (blue collar), Tucker (orange collar)

Yay!  They all did it.  You can see dad saying "good boys!"

My Sleeping Beauty

asleep by the end of the driveway

Japser, my spoiled pup! 

If I'm not home of an evening and I fail to leave my porch light on then Jasper camps out on my mom & dad's front porch until I get home.  But, he won't come home unless I pick him up.  Not all a bad thing because I don't want him to get used to following me and thinking he can follow me out or chase cars . . . that's a no-no. 

So last night, I failed to leave the light on and got home late.  Jasper was sleeping very cozy on mom & dad's porch.  I had so much fun getting him in the car.  He would just put his front feet in the floor board and stand there.  Finally, I had to hoist him up in the car.  By the time I got to the end of the driveway he was sleeping almost soundly; well enough that he was snoring.  And, the driveway is barely .10th of a mile and my mouse is barely .3ths of a mile from my folks. 

Sleepy puppy had to wake up to get out :)

Why don't you let him sit in the seat, Lindsay?  Well, he used to and I didn't really mind it as long as the blanket was down.  But ever since dad made him get out of his tractor seat Jasper thinks he can't get him my seat.  So, he curls up in the floor.  Silly puppy for being so smart!

I know, I know.  He's spoiled rotten.  I talk about him all the time.  I honesty can't help it.  Never knew I could or would love my pup so much.  He's my buddy, my protector and depends on me.  Truth be known, I depend on him too; to cheer me up, to make me laugh, to make me smile.  He knows I love him and I know he loves me! Dad tells me not to get to attached just in case something happens to him.  I understand that because I would be heartbroken if something untimely happened to sweet Jasper.  But you know what?  Just like in life with people, if we don't love them with all we are while we're with them, in fear of getting too attached, then what's the use?  Live & love like there's no tomorrow because God doesn't promise us tomorrow or that next breath.  Love & Live the right now because this is the moment God promises. 


Until next time . . .

Follow-up to February 18, 2011 post "Graying"

Some of you read my February 18, 2011 post titled "Graying".  Well, over the weekend I received a bit more information on the story.

My dad was talking about finding the pups on his return home with the truck and tractor; which prompted my new information.  You see, dad had been gone a long time; long enough to unload a trailer load of round bales of hay (qty 15), make two trips there and back for the delivery, as well as load and unload the tractor....that translates into well over an hour.  Anyway . . . .

Apparently the pups didn't head toward dad until his final return trip home.  He had to pull a steep hill out of the river bottom and this of course caused his truck to pull down and get loud . . . it's a Dodge 1-ton w/loud pipes.  This river bottom and hill is a good 3 miles or so from my house.  When the air is right you can hear the river running so imagine hearing a loud truck.  Again, anyway . . . .

Well, come to find out it wasn't my dog, dearest Jasper, who decided he needed to go on a road trip.  It was Tucker! And Jasper followed.  Tucker goes with dad during the summer when he's haying for folks.  Tucker saw dad and the tractor go out and just assumed I guess.  Well, the pups had to have heard dad pulling that hill and Tucker was on the run!

So, after all that rambling, I still have more gray hair because my pup gave me a scare.  But, at least I know he didn't willfully go to the highway and that far away on his own and the record is straight on whose dog is the true brat!

Until next time . . .

Graying

If you were to visit me at my cube today you could probably find more gray hairs on my head!!  WHY?  I'll tell you why and it can all be summed up in one swoop . . . Jasper, my lovely 11 month old lab (on the 24th).

My dad called me earlier to inform me he was almost in trouble.  I knew immediately what or better yet who he was referring to because of that statement.  I asked, "what did Jasper do?"  He begins to explain to me the events of his day which involved driving the truck w/flat bed trailer and tractor.  Well two of those items, truck & tractor, immediately scream "Jasper is near!" because he goes wherever they go.  Truck, tractor, and four wheeler automatically overrule me and what I say.

Well today, that just about got young Jasper and his teacher, Tucker, into heaps of trouble.  Oh, I'm sure they felt part of the trouble as dad gave them a real good scolding, but.  Back on track Lindsay.  Ok, so dad leaves the house.  He had been gone a while.  As he was returning home some movement out in a field caught his eye.  Now this field in mention is about two miles from our county road and the highway runs in front of it.  You're beginning to figure my graying moment aren't you?  Dad says he looked out in that field and said, "I know those pups!"  Yes, you guessed it, Jasper (and Tucker) followed dad out.  They were out in the field sniffing, chasing, swimming in the pond, you name it.  And boy were they glad to see dad!  He didn't have any trouble getting them to jump on the back of the truck.  He was glad to see them too, especially since he didn't know they were gone in the first place.

Scary thing is . . . dad had been gone a long time.  There is no telling how far away they actually got.  

As I think about all this I bet Tucker didn't willingly follow dad.  If truth be known he went with Jasper to keep Jasper out of trouble.  After all, Tucker is supposed to be teaching Jasper.  At least I hope Tucker didn't follow dad because if he did we're going to have a real problem with the pup who loves to go everywhere!  Let's just pray he doesn't!!

"Dear Lord, please help me teach my pup to stay home!" Amen.

I'll be purchasing a new box of mocha hair color the next time I'm at the big box store because I'm sure there's more gray in my hair now than there was when I got to work this morning.

Until next time . . .

The Mug!

Greetings fellow bloggers!  Happy almost Spring!  It's a beautiful, slightly windy, 72 degree day; Spring is definitely in the air in the Ozarks.  The birds are beginning to sing and there is a slight burst of budding on some trees.  Hopefully they won't get bit by frost.  But, the weather is not what I'm here to talk about today; although the weather is nice!

Okay, here it is . . . the blog post you've all been waiting for.  I found the perfect coffee mug!!  I know, how exciting, right?!  I've been on the lookout for such said mug.  I always knew that when it was the right one it would sort of have this glow about it, this 'WAAAAAAAA' **said in an orchestra/organ type sound**

You guessed it, I found it.  Not intending on going to the Christian Bookstore Outlet today, my sister informed me at lunch she needed to run by.  So, I was on board.  I was just walking around looking at all their pretty decor.  And when I say pretty, I mean 'WAAAAAAAA' **said in the above same fashion**  If I had the funds and a large enough house all their decor would adorn it.  I'm just sayin!

I was just moseying around and there it was; perched on a shelf.  The color grabbed my attention at first.  I'm a sucker for black and white.  Those colors are simple, classy and just plain elegant!  I had to have it because I knew this was the mug I'd been waiting for!  Plus, it fit perfectly how I feel every moment of my life.  Who knew it would take so long to find the right mug?  Feels a little like trying to find the right feller.  But, as in the case of the mug, when I know it's the right one I'll just know!

"Give Thanks - Every good and perfect gift is from above!" ~ James 1:17

Until next time . . .

SnOw much fun!

First of all...It's been a month since my last post; sorry readers, work has kept me extremely busy during the first quarter of 2011.

Since my last post, we have had 3 more snows.  I think we are at the end of Fogs in August = the number of snows for winter.  Goodness I hope we are.  It's been such a cold winter with subzero temperatures and wind chills and SNOW!  Granted, the snows haven't hung around long, but still soooo chilly.

A blog wouldn't be complete without mention of Jasper.  I was actually looking forward to snow this year because I just knew he would love it since he is enthralled with water.  Well, I was right.  Jasper loves, loves, loves snow.  He'll romp, roll, and stick his nose in it.  On one of our recent walks he discovered a grapevine branch hanging from a snow covered tree.  The included video is of that such moment.  You can't see it really, but snow was falling all over Jasper from the trees above.  Also, you can't hear it, but he was growling at that grapevine like crazy; grrr grrrr grrrr!  Enjoy!

Until next time . . .

This is what ZERO looks like!

January 13, 2011 - Zero Degrees on the C Ridge

Coldest morning of the year, so far....Thursday morning I awoke to a very chilly day.  It was a whole zero degrees!  The frost was beautiful.  I went out for my morning walk, yes even though it was zero I still walked.  It didn't feel as cold this day as it did the night before when the temperature was in the teens.  I bundled up, got my pup and away we went.  I have to say the only part of my body to get cold was the nose.  It was running, then freezing and I couldn't tell it!  haha Gross, I know, but kinda interesting.  Anyway, just wanted to share.  Have a wonderful day and weekend.

Until next time . . . 

From Puppy to Big Dog...Jasper is growing up!

Almost seven months have passed since I brought Jasper to the C Ridge (aka Collins Ridge, aka My Home).  This would mean that Jasper is almost 10 months old!  My baby puppy doesn't look so much like a baby anymore; his actions speak otherwise most of the time.  I look back at these first photos and think "wow, what happened to that little lanky pup?"  At 10 months old Jasper doesn't really have any resemblance to a puppy left in him.  Sometimes, depending on the sometimes, one can catch a glimpse of puppy though.  Jasper has been so good for me; I can't even describe how much I love and care for my pup.  He's so very special to me.  I can just look at him and he brings a smile to my face.

June 20, 2010 - the day I brought Jasper home!

 

Here's some then (at 3 months old) and now snapshots of Jasper (at almost 10 months old):

 

January 2, 2011 - life on the C Ridge

 

June 21, 2010 - day after I brought Jasper home
and 1st ride on the four wheeler

 

January 2, 2011 - life on the C Ridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hello 2011

I must say I can't believe it's the start of another new year.  Time sure flies!  I'm kinda looking forward to a fresh start though.  This year, more than others I can remember, I feel especially impressed to start fresh, new, and remove clutter.  It's weird, but I've never felt those things as strongly as I do this year. 

No resolutions were made by me this year.  I always break them; thus, breaking promises to myself.  So, rather than making and breaking a promise I'm sticking to a solution to the resolution by not making one and just living life the best I can. 

I started my new year with a walk!  That's my solution to the resolution this year; walk, walk, walk, walk, walk.  As much and as often as I can I'm going to walk!  By doing this hopefully I'll get going on living happy and healthy! 

This is also the year to de-clutter, get rid of, throw away, begone stuff I don't need, downsize; I think you get the drift.  If I haven't used it it's going.  If it's junk it's going.  Whatever that 'it' is that is unnecessary it's GOING AWAY!  lol

I'm not superstitious or anything, but I feel really good about this year.  Not sure why, but something tells me this is going to be an eye-opening, interestingly great year.  We'll see.

So, on this first day of the first work week of the new year, 2011, I'm wishing you a great, prosperous and healthy year.

Until next time . . .

Happy New Year!

Since I've had trouble blogging via my phone, and I won't be near a computer after today until next year, I would like to say.....HAPPY NEW YEAR!  May you and yours have a fabulous 2011!

Until next year . . .

P.S. Ha, and you thought this was going to be a long, drawn out post!  Fooled you didn't I? :)

My Chinese Feng Shui horoscope for 2011

So I took the Chinese Feng Shui horoscope for 2011.  I like the results.  Let's see if this rings true.

• I am alert and my life is full of love.  
• I try to live my life to the max and my love life is soon to bloom.  
• The year will go very well for me and I will discover that I fall in love with someone totally unexpected.  
• My life is about to get better.  I am more than ready for the change.  
• Sara is my best friend.  **NOTE** I have to add that I have a few best friends (the best cube mates ever), but her name was the first girl name to pop in my head because I heard her talking on the phone.  
• I like adventure.  
• I am spontaneous and like to please people. 

I like the positive vibe of my horoscope!  Take yours: 

This is a Chinese Feng Shui horoscope.
If you are honest this tells the truth.
Write your answers on paper.
To find your Feng Shui horoscope scroll down.

1. Which is your favourite color: Red, Black, Blue, Green or Yellow?
2. Your first initial?
3. Your month of birth?
4. Which color do you like more, Black or White?
5. The name of a person that is the same sex as you?
6. Your favorite number?
7. Do you like California or Florida more?
8. Do you like a Lake or the Ocean more?
9. Write down a Wish (a realistic one)

When you are done, scroll down. Don't cheat!

Answers:

1. If you choose:
Red: You are alert and your life is full of love.
Black: You are conservative and aggressive.
Green: Your soul is relaxed and you are laid back.
Blue: You are spontaneous and love affection.
Yellow: You are a very happy person & give good advice to those who are down.

2. If your initial is between:
A-K: You have a lot of love and friendships in your life.
L-R: You try to live your life to the max & your love life is soon to bloom.
S-Z: You like to help others and your future looks very bright.

3. If you were born in:
Jan-Mar: The year will go very well for you and you will discover that you
fall in love with someone totally unexpected.
Apr-Jun: You will have a strong love relationship that will last forever.
Jul-Sep: You will have a great year and will experience a major
life changing experience for the good.
Oct-Dec: Your life will be great; you will find your soul mate.

4. If you choose:
Black: Your life is about to get better. You are more than ready for the
change.
White: You have a friend who completely confides in you and would do
anything for you, but you may not realize it.

5. This person should be your Best Friend.

6. This is how many close friends you will have in your life time.

7. If you choose:
California: You like adventure.
Florida: You are a laid back person.

8. If you choose:
Lake: You are loyal to your friends and your lover. You are very reserved.
Ocean: You are spontaneous and like to please people.

9. This wish will come true if you send this to 1 person in one hour. Send
this to ten people and it will come true before your next birthday.


Until next time . . .