I have been devouring books right and left lately. It seems I can't get enough of it. I plan my day around the best times to read (i.e. when Zippy and Munchkin are asleep or occupied), and it's rare I'll go more than an hour without slipping a few pages in. But while I've been enjoying my forays into my imagination, my reality has been suffering neglect.
I've decided that, rather than try to stop reading (like that's gonna happen), I need to apply lessons learned from the books I'm drawn to and improve reality while I'm at it. So, for today, my literary observations are thus:
The "leading ladies" I'm drawn to share a number of traits. And they are traits that are sorely lacking in my own life. They are strong women who put duty before pleasure, but who take pleasure in their work. They are not ashamed of or embarrassed by what they're passionate about. And, while some of my favorites enjoy and thrive on literature, they certainly don't spend months on end with their noses buried in books--they stand up and live their lives the best they can with whatever they're given.
Well, I keep wondering why my life never turns out like the books I read, so I guess there's part of the answer. I can't live that exciting of a life with my nose in a book--I actually have to get off my chair and live it. Wish me luck!
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Broktoon
Two days until Stephenie Meyer (a.k.a. Empress of Sexy) arrives in town. Two days until I'm standing in front of her, meeting her, and getting my books signed!
Excuse me for a moment while I have a fangirl moment:
Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!
OK, I'm done now.
Excuse me for a moment while I have a fangirl moment:
Squeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!
OK, I'm done now.
Thursday, May 8, 2008
Good News
There have been many good things happen since I last posted, and since my brain refuses to kick into gear, all I'm going to do is list them:
My computer is back up and running after a week-long "vacation".
The Z-Man starts his great new job this Sunday.
My brother gets to call home from his mission on Sunday.
I own 2 copies of the Host by Stephenie Meyer.
I also have 2 tickets to her Utah book signings.
In just over a week, I will be attending said signings with other Twilight Mom friends.
My best friend Rae is going to come visit in June--we actually get to celebrate her birthday together!
My other best friend Sarah is going to read the same books I've been reading lately--a perfect situation for many great conversations and laughs together.
I now have a new nickname: "The Transformer" which I'm still not convinced I deserve, but which makes me giggle.
Most of all, I have a life full of friends and family whom I know love me unconditionally. What better feeling is there!
My computer is back up and running after a week-long "vacation".
The Z-Man starts his great new job this Sunday.
My brother gets to call home from his mission on Sunday.
I own 2 copies of the Host by Stephenie Meyer.
I also have 2 tickets to her Utah book signings.
In just over a week, I will be attending said signings with other Twilight Mom friends.
My best friend Rae is going to come visit in June--we actually get to celebrate her birthday together!
My other best friend Sarah is going to read the same books I've been reading lately--a perfect situation for many great conversations and laughs together.
I now have a new nickname: "The Transformer" which I'm still not convinced I deserve, but which makes me giggle.
Most of all, I have a life full of friends and family whom I know love me unconditionally. What better feeling is there!
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Monday, April 21, 2008
Limbo
I hate waiting. I hate not knowing what's coming, and I hate having to wait for someone to tell me how my life is going to change.
Still no word yet about a job change for the Z-man.
I don't mind change--really, I don't. As long as I can have complete control over it and know beforehand exactly how things are going to turn out, I don't mind change at all.
I just hate waiting. GRRRR.
Still no word yet about a job change for the Z-man.
I don't mind change--really, I don't. As long as I can have complete control over it and know beforehand exactly how things are going to turn out, I don't mind change at all.
I just hate waiting. GRRRR.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Because I'm bored. . . .
And don't have anything better to do tonight, here's more information than you ever wanted to know about me:
1. What is your occupation? Mother, homemaker, piano teacher, Twilight enthusiast
2. What color are your socks right now? non-existant. It's way too warm for socks
3. What are you listening to right now? KOHS--the local high school alternative music station
4. What was the last thing you ate? A Coldbuster from Jamba Juice
5. Can you drive a stick shift? You better believe it baby!
6. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Some form of yellow
7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? RAE!!!
8. Do you like the person who sent this to you? You bet! Sarah, you're still one of my favorite people ever!
9. Favorite drink? Dr. Cullen--no question
10. What is your favorite sport to watch? volleyball--the ONLY one I enjoy watching
11. Have you ever dyed your hair? Yes, but I get bored with it too easily to commit to anything drastic.
12. Pets? One mutt named Bear
13. Favorite food? Strawberries and chocolate--preferrably together
14. Last movie you watched? Other Side of Heaven--Z-man had it on and I half-watched while catching up online
15. Favorite day of the year? My birthday--the only day I can be truly selfish without guilt!
16. What do you do to vent anger? Call Rae, post on TMs, and mostly cry
17. What is your favorite season? Tie between Spring and Fall
18. Hugs or kisses? Um, it depends on whom it's from. . . . Mostly hugs, unless we're talking about the Z-man. . . .
19. When was the last time you cried? When I heard my dear friend's MIL was losing her battle with cancer.
20. What is on the floor of your closet? shoes, dust, and some laundry that fell out of the basket
21. Favorite smells? Chocolate, fresh bread, my babies when they've just been bathed
22. Who inspires you? Rae, Z-man, my mother, and my TM sisters
23. What are you afraid of? Bees--don't ask, it isn't pretty
24. Favorite car? Astin Martin--they're sexy, fast, and Z-man doesn't know how to tinker with them ;)
25. Number of keys on your key ring? 4--my van, Z-man's car, Z-man's truck (not the classic Chevy, dang it!), and our house
26. How many years at your current job? Well, Zippy's 4 now, so. . . .
27. Favorite day of the week? Wednesday--random I know, but it's my break in teaching piano, and I'm halfway through the week--a very hopeful thought.
28. How many states have you lived in? 2 Kansas and Utah
29. Do you think you're funny? It depends on how many Dr. Cullen's I've had and whether Rae, AmyO, and/or Sarah are around
And there it is: Random and useless information about me that you probably never wanted to know.
But then again, there is this: I've actually posted 2 days in a row!!!! Who knew I had it in me!
1. What is your occupation? Mother, homemaker, piano teacher, Twilight enthusiast
2. What color are your socks right now? non-existant. It's way too warm for socks
3. What are you listening to right now? KOHS--the local high school alternative music station
4. What was the last thing you ate? A Coldbuster from Jamba Juice
5. Can you drive a stick shift? You better believe it baby!
6. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Some form of yellow
7. Last person you spoke to on the phone? RAE!!!
8. Do you like the person who sent this to you? You bet! Sarah, you're still one of my favorite people ever!
9. Favorite drink? Dr. Cullen--no question
10. What is your favorite sport to watch? volleyball--the ONLY one I enjoy watching
11. Have you ever dyed your hair? Yes, but I get bored with it too easily to commit to anything drastic.
12. Pets? One mutt named Bear
13. Favorite food? Strawberries and chocolate--preferrably together
14. Last movie you watched? Other Side of Heaven--Z-man had it on and I half-watched while catching up online
15. Favorite day of the year? My birthday--the only day I can be truly selfish without guilt!
16. What do you do to vent anger? Call Rae, post on TMs, and mostly cry
17. What is your favorite season? Tie between Spring and Fall
18. Hugs or kisses? Um, it depends on whom it's from. . . . Mostly hugs, unless we're talking about the Z-man. . . .
19. When was the last time you cried? When I heard my dear friend's MIL was losing her battle with cancer.
20. What is on the floor of your closet? shoes, dust, and some laundry that fell out of the basket
21. Favorite smells? Chocolate, fresh bread, my babies when they've just been bathed
22. Who inspires you? Rae, Z-man, my mother, and my TM sisters
23. What are you afraid of? Bees--don't ask, it isn't pretty
24. Favorite car? Astin Martin--they're sexy, fast, and Z-man doesn't know how to tinker with them ;)
25. Number of keys on your key ring? 4--my van, Z-man's car, Z-man's truck (not the classic Chevy, dang it!), and our house
26. How many years at your current job? Well, Zippy's 4 now, so. . . .
27. Favorite day of the week? Wednesday--random I know, but it's my break in teaching piano, and I'm halfway through the week--a very hopeful thought.
28. How many states have you lived in? 2 Kansas and Utah
29. Do you think you're funny? It depends on how many Dr. Cullen's I've had and whether Rae, AmyO, and/or Sarah are around
And there it is: Random and useless information about me that you probably never wanted to know.
But then again, there is this: I've actually posted 2 days in a row!!!! Who knew I had it in me!
Sunday, April 13, 2008
GO ME!
I’ve been thinking today about fear. Probably because I’m worried out of my mind about the expected job offer for Z-Man. But, nevertheless, I’m thinking about it. And I’ve decided that it’s been far too long since I started letting fear rule my life.
I’m afraid of failing at losing weight—so I just eat what I want and have gained way too much lately.
I’m afraid of not having enough money for what we need—so I spend way too much in a knee-jerk reaction.
I’m afraid of not writing the funniest, or most insightful, or most entertaining blogs—so I let all my thoughts and ideas pile up, wither, and disappear in my brain.
UGH!! I detest living this way. I hate feeling like I have to escape into poorly written fiction (the only kind I seem to be finding on-line lately) in order to avoid thinking about how I’m letting fear keep me from living my life. And while it will certainly take me a while (with many set-backs), I’m going to change the way I live my life. And actually enjoy the time I have—mistakes and all.
Here’s to imperfect, sloppy, sometimes painful REAL LIFE!
And as step one on this journey—I’m officially posting this entry without editing it—and without letting myself second-guess whether I want anyone else to see this about me or not. GO ME!
I’m afraid of failing at losing weight—so I just eat what I want and have gained way too much lately.
I’m afraid of not having enough money for what we need—so I spend way too much in a knee-jerk reaction.
I’m afraid of not writing the funniest, or most insightful, or most entertaining blogs—so I let all my thoughts and ideas pile up, wither, and disappear in my brain.
UGH!! I detest living this way. I hate feeling like I have to escape into poorly written fiction (the only kind I seem to be finding on-line lately) in order to avoid thinking about how I’m letting fear keep me from living my life. And while it will certainly take me a while (with many set-backs), I’m going to change the way I live my life. And actually enjoy the time I have—mistakes and all.
Here’s to imperfect, sloppy, sometimes painful REAL LIFE!
And as step one on this journey—I’m officially posting this entry without editing it—and without letting myself second-guess whether I want anyone else to see this about me or not. GO ME!
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