Monday, April 2, 2012

Monday: A Piece of Cake!


Even though my previous posts have been about my seemingly endless frustrations, believe it or not, there’s little for me to gripe about today--That’s really saying something since Mondays can be overwhelming.  The rain we had last night has knocked a lot of the pollen out of the air, and for the first time in several days, my headache is gone!  My week, at the moment, seems to be off to a good start!!    (Knock on wood!!)


I got off work a little bit early today and because it's spring-break, traffic was light.  That meant that when I got home the dogs and I could enjoy some time outdoors. It was a beautiful evening and so nice to be outside!      
~CarrieAnne and Sheba (right)~
Also enjoying the evening is a wild turkey that has been hanging around our property the last couple of days. I'm wondering if she's looking for a place to nest, or just an easy meal--She's made herself right at home and has gobbled up all the bird food on the ground.  
With this kind of a start to the week, and the help of a chocolate cake that I made yesterday, I'm feeling optimistic about the upcoming week--I hope you are too!!  

Sunday, April 1, 2012

It's Going to be a Better Day

Yesterday I woke up with another headache and it became one of those days where I not only acted crabby, but the bad-attitude seeped from my pores.  Am I the only one who has had days like that?  But even the dogs seemed to sense it, and kept a little bit of distance from me.  Except for Todd who is young and doesn't know any better.
I won't go into the reason of why I feel this way, but this was a weekend that I've looked forward to for a month--Our church is having a conference, and there are no regular meetings and I had plans.  Plans that for various reasons won't ever materialize because of my bad mood and a few other things. You can feel bad for me if you'd like........Okay, don't, it's really is okay.
~Joshua~
This morning my bad mood is still hanging on just a bit.  But my headache is gone and I think today is going to be a better day...Today is going to be a better day...Today is going to be a better day...
~Lucas~
I feel better already....Enjoy your Sunday!

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Hope and Luck


Today was again on the chilly side with the highs barely edging above 60 (16 °C).  Tack on the gusty winds, and it continues to feel like....well...March.  The tree pollen count has soared to a record high set in 1998. I have to admit to not minding the cool so much, but with the combination of pollen and the dogs shedding my allergies have really given me a good punch, leaving me with a migraine headache.

Adding to my headache is the thought of replacing our heating and cooling system in the house.  We knew last year it was on borrowed time and I have held onto some hope that it could once again be fixed.  Today a repairman came and gave us a fatal diagnosis.  When he told us he would like someone else to come and look at it to give us a final estimate on its replacement, it made my headache worse and left me seeing only dollar signs.  All I can do is hope to win the 'Mega Millions' lottery that is now up to over 540 million dollars.  I only have to pick all the numbers correctly and buy a ticket.  I think I should just save my dollar and put it towards the new heat pump--I'm just not that lucky.... 
But you know what?  I feel lucky enough!!  
~Toby~

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

No Stopping for Weather

It's now feeling like March because we had a cold frosty start to our day.  I turned the heat back on last night just to get the chill out of the air. For Wednesday, the warmth is forecasted to return.  This unpredictability of the weather makes me feel like Mother Nature may need some kind of an intervention to get our seasons back on track.  But whatever is happening with the weather, it's not stopping one of my favorite birds, the Eastern Phoebe, from building its nest above our garage door.
It's also not slowing down the new growth on the Forsythia bushes. The blossoms are falling off as this years leaves start to appear. 
 
The weather also doesn't stop Lucas from doing what he does best, watch CC.  Except in this picture, I think she's watching him!
In any weather, the antics of an energetic puppy named Todd don't stop either.  Except in this case, CarrieAnne's look did! 
Enjoy your Tuesday!