Things That Suck

Things That Suck

• being on a very low calorie diet while your husband is on his period.
• vacuum cleaners.
• being on a very low calorie diet while attending a birthday party.
• elephants?
• finding out that someone didn't do what they said they were going to do.
• 10,000 spoons when all you need is a knife.
• when The Young and The Restless doesn't record.
• lost mail.
• peeing 100 times during the night.
• rain on your wedding day.
• having to return library book that you haven't read yet.

Whew.

Glad I got that all out of my system!  I have something exciting to talk about tomorrow.  You won't want to miss it!

Broncos Camp is Here!

Back in the old days, The Denver Broncos used to hold training camp at The University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, Colorado.

During this time, I lived (with my family) right behind the college and the field where the team would practice.

My sister had an autograph book (do you still have it Bobbi?) and we would spent many summer days watching the team practice and trying to catch a glimpse of a young new player named JOHN ELWAY!

He was dreamy.

Several years later, he would walk past me in a bar and I would lose my shit mind with excitement!

I'm so excited about this years training camp and to see what Peyton Manning can do.  I also have a new player crush.  I saw him in photos this week from when the team went to the hospital to visit the shooting victims.  His name is Ben Garland and he is number 63!

Keith's number on the Lakewood High School football team was 63 and my high school boyfriend also wore the number so I think it's fate!

Go BEN!


If you are a fan of the Denver Broncos....you must click on the following link to see a super funny cartoon!

Broncos Camp is here!

Jef and Ari

I think this season of The Bachelorette was the hardest for me to watch.

I honestly wanted both Ari and Jef (with one F) to win.  I wanted Emily to pick them both, pack up and move to Las Vegas and get two houses right next to The Sister Wives.

I know the three of them could work this out and then Little Ricki would have two daddies AND a mommy.

I do believe that this is what Ari had in mind when he stalked Emily in Charlotte and left his journal on her doorstep.

   

Have you seen the new BlogHer TV thingy on the top right side of my blog? 

 It's pretty cool!

Pray For Aurora

Friday, I spent the entire day checking the news sites from twitter.  I didn't want to have the TV on because I really didn't want to have to explain to my kids what was going on on the other side of town.

Keith and I talked about it in hushed tones....hoping that they weren't listening.

We finally decided to tell them a little bit....the bare minimum.  They are only Kindergarteners after all.

Saturday, I spent the day in a beautiful high school north of Denver.  I attended a PTA Leadership Conference so that I can learn to be the best Membership Chair in the history of my school.

I missed my family desperately and couldn't wait to get back to them, but it was nice to have a break from the constant news coverage.   I decided to limit my time on twitter...leaving my phone in my purse and instead watching a movie with the kids.

Impromptu Movie Review:  The Diary of a Wimpy Kid is funny!

Sunday, the kids let me cuddle with them after they woke for as long as I wanted.  It was like they knew I needed it.  I turned on the TV and a sermon found me.  Joel Osteen. He talked about giving your time and being there for people that you love.  It was exactly what I needed.

By now, the victims have all been identified and their stories are coming out.  All of them wonderful people with bright futures.  There is a mother of a Kindergartener.  And another mother lies in a hospital bed....drifting in and out of consciousness, she doesn't yet know that her 6 year old daughter is gone.

I spent Sunday afternoon at a birthday party with my family and closest friends.  No one mentioned the tragedy.  I was thankful for that.....

In a couple of hours, that monster will be in court and the news coverage will shift.  If you're a praying type person.  

Say a prayer for these families today. 

 Send positive thoughts to Aurora. 

 We need it.

Do you believe in miracles?  You have to read this story!

I'm Shaken Up

I'm shaken up this morning.

I woke up and went about my day like I normally do, sat down at my computer with a cup of coffee and started checking emails.

Dear blogging friend Carrie, left a message on my Facebook wall asking if I was okay.  If my family was safe.  I hadn't opened twitter yet so the news of the horrible Dark Knight theater shooting in Aurora hadn't reached me yet. If you have no idea what I'm talking about visit 9news.com for more info.

I'm stunned.  Why would someone do this?

I don't live near the shooting in Aurora but I used to.  The mall where this theater is located was where I went shopping on my lunch hour when I used to work for a living.  Luckily it's far from where I live now and I'm really happy for that.

There is a reason that Keith and I live where we do.  He grew up in this area and we feel safe here.  Yes, there is crime like all places but we feel like it's mostly a good place to live and raise our kids.

It may be a false sense of security.

The need to protect my children is always in the forefront of my mind.  I'm constantly on the lookout for things I need to protect them from.  Today, I'm thinking.....what would I do if this happened to us.

What on earth are you supposed to do when someone throws a gas canister into a theater and starts shooting?  Do you hit the ground?  Do you try to get out?  I don't even know.

Today...I'm tempted to lock the doors and hold everyone tight.  And pray for the victims of the Dark Knight.

My local friend Mary-Frances has a post about how to talk to your kids about the Aurora theater shooting tragedy.  


How to help children deal with tragedy.

Look as Young as I Feel with Dove Body Wash

As much as I hate to admit it, I’m getting older.  My 42nd birthday is in September and I’m still shocked when I look in the mirror and see that I’m not still 24.  My husband will tell you that I do not act like a woman in her 40’s and many of my friends will tell you that I don’t look it either.  I love those girls!


 Several years ago, I finally started taking better care of my skin after I was diagnosed with skin cancer.  It was a huge wake up call that if I didn’t work harder to protect my skin I would be sorry.  Or die.


 Now, I remove my make up every night and am always trying new products to see if they can help keep my skin looking as young as I feel!


 I was delighted to discover that Dove has a revolutionary line of premium body washes and that they contain the highest concentration of NutriumMoisture technology of all of Doves products.  I was thrilled to hear that it gives you visibly more beautiful skin in just one week.


I didn’t know which one to pick at first because the choices are all so wonderful.  New Dove® VisibleCare Toning Creme Body Wash helps promote skin’s elasticity and strength.  Renewing Body Wash nourishes and replenishes skin.  Softening Body Wash softens skin and dry spots.


I decided that after a long hard winter my skin needed to be renewed so I chose the Renewing Body Wash!

 I decided to give this a solid one week trial and replace my bar soap with the body wash.  A few days in, I could already notice a difference in how my skin looked and my husband could also tell a difference.  Unbeknownst to me, he had started using it too!


I thought maybe it was my imagination, but my skin seemed to tingle after showering.  The skin on my hands and feet have shown the most improvement.  It used to be that no matter how much lotion I applied they still looked so dry.


 I no longer have this problem and can’t believe that I have visibly more beautiful skin from a body wash! I can’t wait to try the other two body washes when this one runs out.


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Our Song

Eight years ago, I married the love of my life.

Our life together has been like a dream that I never want to wake up from and I'm so proud to call this man my husband.

 I love you honey!

 

Paper Planners Make Me Giddy

You can roll your eyes at me all you want.

I can take it.

I know I'm not like other girls and that it's not normal to get so excited about a special package that is coming in the mail.  It wasn't wine, or chocolate or even a present.

I think giddy is the right word to describe how I felt when this package arrived last week.

Something tells me that the FEDEX guy has delivered a few of these around town because he handed me the box and then ran from my apartment like his pants were on fire.  I wonder if a few housewives have gotten amorous with him......because they are so happy.

I slowly opened the box.  I wanted to savor every moment much like you would a special meal or a special someone.  What does it say about me that I love my new life planner more than I love Christian Whatshisname.

I'm in love!

Do you use a paper planner? 

 Do you have an Erin Condren Planner?  

Do you love organizing and planning as much as I do?  

How do you feel about cilantro?

Disclaimer: I was not paid to blog about my planner.  I'm just super excited about it and wanted to share it with THE WORLD.  I may or may not be sleeping with my planner.  Do Not Judge Me.

Somebody Loves Me...or Pizza

To say that my daughter is excited to start Kindergarten is an understatement.  She was ready a year ago when her brother was getting ready to go.  She couldn't understand why he could attend she wasn't old enough.

This girl is so ready!

The other day, the kids were working hard on something that was TOP SECRET.  It ended up being a scavenger hunt for me and I had to find three pieces of paper that were hidden in different locations.  For a hint, I could push a button on my children and a robotic voice would give me a clue.

It took me forever to find them but it was worth it.

Each piece of paper had a drawing on it and the words I LOVE MOMMY.  This one was my favorites.

That is either a dog (or chicken) pooping.  We don't own either so it's wishful thinking on Mallory's part.

Alex has been communicating with me via the written word too.  During Mallory's gymnastic class this week he got hungry and decided to make a note explaining what he was hungry for.

And since he did such a great job....I ordered pizza for dinner.

Linking up with Emmy Mom and Kmama for Proud Mommy Moments.

I Like Mike and Ed

Magic Mike

Call me a horny housewife.....but I loved Magic Mike.  I'm seeing lots of tweets and blog posts about how wrong it is to like the movie and objectifying men.  If loving naked men is wrong....I don't want to be right!

I did feel badly for my husband.  Aunt Bobbi and I saw the film at Noon while he took the kids to Brave.  Then we went and sat on a hot patio and drank a couple beers.  By the time we got home I was tired and his window of opportunity had closed.   Poor guy!

Katie Holmes

I love Katie.  We were pregnant at the same time (Suri and Alex were born two days apart) and we're both married to older men.  I'm proud of her for putting her daughters needs first and breaking free.  She must have really had some dirt on Tom for this divorce to be settled so quickly.

The Bachelorette

I don't know why....but Emily is annoying me.  Her outfits are weird and she wears too many necklaces.  I really just can't wait for this season to be over so we can see how long her and the man of her dreams last.   The funniest tweet I saw last night said that...in the most dramatic rose ceremony ever(!) Emily picks Chris Harrison and they adopt Jef (with one F). Funny!!

Bachelor Pad

I'm excited for this piece of trashy TV because.....ED IS BACK!  Do you remember Ed?  He was the winner of Jillian's heart and they didn't make it.  I fell hard for Ed and I can't wait to see him on my TV again.

Come to Mama

Playful Minds Math

I found a free iPad app that is helping keep my kids ready for the next school year.  It's a math app and it's for Kindergarten through 2nd graders.  Your child creates their own avatar that travels from island to island completely math problems! You can find info about it here.


NBA Summer League

Are you a basketball fan?  Did you know there is a summer league and an app to go with it.  Download it today!

School

For those that are keeping track....there are 37 days until school starts.  Don't get me wrong...I'm not trying to rush summer.  I just like to be aware of how much time is left so I can plan things accordingly.  I don't like to be caught unprepared or unaware.  This is why my family will survive the zombie apocalypse.  This is also why....I bought the school supply kit from the PTA, school clothes have been purchased and hung in the closet and a lunch box has been pick out and stashed away for the first day of school.  WE are READY!

Drinking

I just love summer and having cocktails on patios! Even better if it's raining while I'm drinking on the patio.  Did you see my Ivy Gimlet from yesterday?  Better check it out!

I'm linking up with Impulsive Addict and Seriously Shawn for Talk To Us Tuesday!

How To Make.....

If you'd like to know what I did with all of this....

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Funny Friday

Super Fan

Did you have a great 4th of July?

We sure did!

I'd been looking forward to this day ever since we made our Summer Fun List because I had been given tickets to the Denver Outlaws lacrosse game.

What?  You didn't know that Denver has a lacrosse team?  I didn't either but I'm here to tell you that they do, they are awesome and you should go to a game yourself!

Sports Authority Field is a pretty amazing and I had never been so close to the field before.  Alex was telling me that he his tummy was tickling himself.  He was so excited!  We were sitting directly across from where iKeith's Bronco Season Tickets are so it was nice to picture where he hangs out during every home game.

Once the game got started....Alex (and maybe iKeith) only had eyes for these girls.  I decided my life will not be complete until I own pom poms and white cowboy boots.

Outlaws Dance Team

I couldn't stop watching the super fan that was dressed in a suit! I texted Aunt Bobbi a picture in hopes that she'd fall in love at first sight and get her skinny butt back to Denver.

The game was very entertaining and easy to keep up with.  The ball is small and they toss it back and forth a lot so you really have to pay attention. It's kind of like hockey on grass.  the Denver Outlaws won 17-13 against the Ohio Machine, and we were super fans ourselves when it was over.

The added benefit of being at this game was that it was one of a few places that was having a fireworks display.  Many of the shows had been cancelled because of the wildfires and fire danger in Colorado.

It was the most amazing fireworks show I've ever seen!  And the music they chose to go along with it was perfect.  My children were awe struck!

This could be our new 4th of July tradition.

Have you ever been to a lacrosse game?

Disclaimer: I was given tickets to the Denver Outlaws game.  I was not asked to blog about it or drink 3 beers at the game.  All opinions and thoughts and headaches are my own.

I'm At A Pay Phone

I'm at a pay phone tryin' to call home, all of my change I spent on you.  Where have the times gone, Bobbi it's all wrong, where are the plans we made for two?

My sister came to visit for four days.  We had a great time together and the kids were so excited that they thought they were going to the airport with me to pick her up.  Yeah right.

I spent 20 minutes circling the Denver International Airport (which is NOT in Denver, by the by) at 7am because of this sign.

There is no waiting, or stopping.  Even if the person you are picking up is moments away from coming through the door.  You must circle.

Our first stop was Winchell's Donuts and Starbucks and that's when we saw one of these.

Later we went swimming.  And a young boy was enthralled with Aunt Bobbi and her assets.

We went to Target because that's our favorite thing to do together and we got stuck in this chair.  Target now owns a hilarious video of us trying to refold the chair.  I hope it never makes it onto You Tube.

Aunt Bobbi watched the kids and iKeith and I had a date night downtown.  We had a lovely time and we established that I'm not fun anymore.  I think I'm just a nice Republican girl that won't do certain things.

Me and Bobbi went to see Magic Mike while iKeith took the kids to see Brave.  I can tell you that we liked our movie very much and we were tickled to see every male employee standing at the door to see everyone leave the theater.  I think they were looking for single girls in need of love.

I immediately wanted to go to an Army Supply Store and purchase some camo pants, a white tank top, black boots and hat for iKeith.  I told him not to be shocked if his pants suddenly have velcro closures on the side and the cheeks of his underwear go missing.

Instead.  We went out for cocktails.

And then iKeith took us on an ill fated trip to Target where Bobbi and I did our best Rachel Zoe impressions.  He will not do that again.  

Someone was very sad to wake up to find Aunt Bobbi gone.

Come Back Aunt Bobbi.  

Move to Denver.

We have pay phones.