Giving Thanks

Today, I am thankful for "technology." For the ability to keep in touch with family members hundreds and even thousands of miles away - for the ability to take some classes online, without having to go to a classroom at a predetermined time - for cell phones that can call anywhere and anytime for a set amount per month - for the ability to use this blog - all of it. It's amazing how far we've come from when I was a kid and a letter sent to a family member would take a week to get there and a response another week to get back. Back then, we couldn't even use the phone without worrying about the cost. We've come a long way. I'm thankful for that.

Christmas Dress Challenge

Christmas Dress Challenge

Last week's wt.      163.2
This week's wt.      161.2
Difference                -2

Wow! Can't believe I actually lost 2 whole pounds! I think that's the most I've lost in a week with this challenge - and I have to admit I'm still not doing the tae bo! But I think maybe this way is better - just being conscious of what I put in my mouth.  Looking forward to seeing how everyone else is doing!

Giving Thanks

Today I am thankful for the Biz and his willingness to help me do all the projects that I come up with for him.
Cabinet is starting to look much better - although it is a slow process but one that I definitely couldn't do by myself - or afford to have done. I am going to have to have the drawers built - probably by the Amish and probably not until after Christmas - but it's coming along.The "plan" is to replace 2 walls of the knotty pine with drywall to brighten up the kitchen. The cabinet will be used for it's original purpose - to hold the dishes which will free up a lot of cabinet space for foodstuffs which are right now stored in the basement.

5 Question Friday

Now to Mama M over at My Little Life for 5 question Friday! 

1. What's the last thing you spent too much money on? A battery, see my thankfulness post for today!

2. What celeb chef would you want to make you dinner? Paula Deen of course - she so reminds me of my Aunt Evelyn.

3. Where do you hide things when visitors pop over or do you let them see the real deal? I let them see the real thing. I try to keep my house pretty straight but it is definitely "lived in" so - it is what it is.

4. Who is your oldest living family member? I believe my Aunt Evelyn, who I just happened to mention above.

5. What is your favorite DQ treat and/or Sonic drink combo (ie: cherry vanilla dr. pepper)? DQ - a turtle blizzard - don't go to Sonic, the closest one is about 60miles away.

Follow Friday Four

Time to head to Hilary's over at Feeling Beechie for Follow Friday Four. This week’s co-host is Sarah from the Mama Pirate.

This week’s statements:

1. 1.       My first car was a ___
2. 2.       I find a ___ very relaxing
3. Red ___________ make me think of _______________.
4. Next year, ___________ will ______________.

My Answers:

1.       My first car was a 1966 Opel Cadet that I bought from my brother for $60.
2.       I find a backrub very relaxing
3.      Red roses make me think of Valentines day
4.         Next year, finally will be bring my first grandchild!