My favorite Christmas movie is How the Grinch Stole Christmas…the one with Jim Carrey. The original cartoon is also fabulous, but the one with Jim Carrey takes the cake. It’s hilarious! It’s actually on my list of top ten favorite movies ever! I can’t get enough of it. I watch it at least once each year around the holidays, sometimes more.
There’s this funny scene where the Grinch sneaks into the Post Office. He switches everyone’s mail around and hands out jury duty notices, chain letters, etc. It goes a little something like this…
Well, I went to get the mail yesterday and my mailbox has been Grinched! I got summoned for jury duty…AGAIN. Not only did I just get summoned two years ago, but I actually had to serve on a case that lasted a whole week! Sean has never been summoned, and now I get my second summons in just over two years?!? Not fair. Geez Mr. Grinch, I thought your heart grew three sizes that day? If I give you a slice of roast beast will you get me out jury duty?
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
"A" for Effort
If I had ever graded a test that looked like this, I'm pretty sure I would have had to give it an A+ for creativity. Hilarious! Whether you have been a teacher, a TA, or a sarcastic student, you can definitely appreciate this creative history test.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Queen of Clean
I was listening to the radio on the way to work this morning and the radio show had a visiting guest, the Queen of Clean. As I was listening to her tips about cleaning toilets, which were fascinating by the way, I thought to myself…I wish people called me the Queen of Clean.
As many of your know, I LOVE to clean. Love it. I am always cleaning. I clean to relieve stress, I clean for fun, I clean when I’m angry, and I clean when I’m happy. I’m pretty sure my clean freak nature has been a blessing and curse to my roommates, family, and husband.
So I figured, maybe I’ll just start calling myself the Queen of Clean and see if it catches on. For my first order of business as the self-proclaimed Queen of Clean, I’d like to introduce to you my new best friend…The Swiffer Duster.
OMG…I seriously love this thing. It is the best duster in the whole world. It doesn’t just move the dust around like other lame dusters, it picks it right up! It’s fast, easy, and fantastic. I honestly can’t imagine life without it. I may or may not still get excited each time I get to use my duster. So, if you’d like to give the dust in your house a one-two punch, I highly recommend the Swiffer Duster.
As many of your know, I LOVE to clean. Love it. I am always cleaning. I clean to relieve stress, I clean for fun, I clean when I’m angry, and I clean when I’m happy. I’m pretty sure my clean freak nature has been a blessing and curse to my roommates, family, and husband.
So I figured, maybe I’ll just start calling myself the Queen of Clean and see if it catches on. For my first order of business as the self-proclaimed Queen of Clean, I’d like to introduce to you my new best friend…The Swiffer Duster.
OMG…I seriously love this thing. It is the best duster in the whole world. It doesn’t just move the dust around like other lame dusters, it picks it right up! It’s fast, easy, and fantastic. I honestly can’t imagine life without it. I may or may not still get excited each time I get to use my duster. So, if you’d like to give the dust in your house a one-two punch, I highly recommend the Swiffer Duster.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Murder, Magic, and Madness
Do you love non-fiction books?
Do you heart history?
Are you looking for a new book to add to your Amazon Wish List?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then I have the book for you! I just finished reading Devil in the White City, By Erik Larson, and I’m obsessed. This book was absolutely fascinating. It was seriously one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
The book provides all of the history and details surrounding the legendary Chicago’s World Fair of 1893. The author intertwines the lives and stories of two men—the gifted architect behind the fair, and the menacing serial killer who used the fair to lure victims. The book is bursting with interesting and amazing historical facts. It really was America’s chance to shine, and it’s absolutely remarkable what they accomplished. Did I mention that I completely love this book?!?
Read it. I know you will love it!
Do you heart history?
Are you looking for a new book to add to your Amazon Wish List?
If you answered yes to any of the questions above, then I have the book for you! I just finished reading Devil in the White City, By Erik Larson, and I’m obsessed. This book was absolutely fascinating. It was seriously one of the best books I’ve read in a long time.
The book provides all of the history and details surrounding the legendary Chicago’s World Fair of 1893. The author intertwines the lives and stories of two men—the gifted architect behind the fair, and the menacing serial killer who used the fair to lure victims. The book is bursting with interesting and amazing historical facts. It really was America’s chance to shine, and it’s absolutely remarkable what they accomplished. Did I mention that I completely love this book?!?
Read it. I know you will love it!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Who Let the Dogs Out?
This year the girls got to pick out the Halloween costumes…much to the boys’ chagrin. Luckily, they were good sports and they agreed to be our puppy dogs. We had a great time at the church trunk or treat party. Here are a few pictures from the evening. Meow!
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Monday, October 26, 2009
All That Glitters
In college I once said, “Not all that glitters is gold…sometimes its platinum.” I’d like to add that, “Not all that glitters is gold…sometimes its fabulous!” Last weekend was Glitter Fest 2009 with my girls Vanessa and Ashley. We channeled Martha Stewart and made these to-die-for glitter pumpkins. They make the perfect centerpiece for the fall season.
Not only are these pumpkins adorable, but they are also fun and easy to make. All you need is white glue, Martha’s glitter, and a pumpkin and you are in business. Martha suggests using real pumpkins, but we picked up some decorative pumpkins at Michael’s instead. This way they will last for Thanksgiving too!
We are now all officially obsessed with this Martha Stewart glitter. As we were glittering away we kept looking around the house trying to find something else to glitter. Candles? Trash cans? Vanessa’s baby? We refrained from glittering everything in the house; however, we are already planning our attack for Christmas. Go glitter!
Not only are these pumpkins adorable, but they are also fun and easy to make. All you need is white glue, Martha’s glitter, and a pumpkin and you are in business. Martha suggests using real pumpkins, but we picked up some decorative pumpkins at Michael’s instead. This way they will last for Thanksgiving too!
We are now all officially obsessed with this Martha Stewart glitter. As we were glittering away we kept looking around the house trying to find something else to glitter. Candles? Trash cans? Vanessa’s baby? We refrained from glittering everything in the house; however, we are already planning our attack for Christmas. Go glitter!
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Start Spreading the News
Start spreading the news…I’m leaving today. Well, actually, I left last weekend for a fantastic trip to New York City. Sean and I hit the Big Apple for some great site seeing and quality time with my best friend, Holly.
It was the beginning of fall in NYC, so the weather was perfect. There is just something magical about that city. This was Sean’s first time to New York, so we saw all the good sites; Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, Top of the Rock, and Central Park. We even had time to take in a Broadway show.
The best part of the trip was spending time with Holly. It had been way too long since we had seen each other, so it was a fabulous reunion. I love Holly to death and I just can’t imagine life without her. I only wish that we didn’t live so far apart. It was so good to see you Holly. I miss you tons! Thanks for being our tour guide and showing us a great time. Hope to see you again soon!
Here are a few of my favorite pics. You can also scroll down below to check out a slide show of the rest of our pictures.
It was the beginning of fall in NYC, so the weather was perfect. There is just something magical about that city. This was Sean’s first time to New York, so we saw all the good sites; Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, Top of the Rock, and Central Park. We even had time to take in a Broadway show.
The best part of the trip was spending time with Holly. It had been way too long since we had seen each other, so it was a fabulous reunion. I love Holly to death and I just can’t imagine life without her. I only wish that we didn’t live so far apart. It was so good to see you Holly. I miss you tons! Thanks for being our tour guide and showing us a great time. Hope to see you again soon!
Here are a few of my favorite pics. You can also scroll down below to check out a slide show of the rest of our pictures.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Jack and Squat
I'm always in need of a good laugh to help me kick start my Monday morning. Thought you might like one too...
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