The New "Sound of Music"

Sketchers Shape-Ups

I just got a pair of those Sketchers Shape-Ups. I've been hearing a lot about them, good and bad things. They are designed to improve your posture, promote weight loss, and tone your muscles. (And they add an extra two inches to my height and I need all the help I can get in that department! LOL!)

A bit ago, I took my dog, Lucy, on a walk up to the stop sign at the end of the road, wearing my new Shape-Ups. I'm back now and I can feel it! I'm feeling better and even want to walk more, but I'm babysitting tonight and want to be able to stand later.

I'm going to continue posting about progress with these. I hope they keep up the work!

Celtic Woman - The Voice

I say this all the time but this time I really mean it: This is the most beautiful song on the face of the earth! Check out some of their other stuff on YouTube. It's worth the time!

Christian the Lion

Have a box of tissues nearby...

A Tip From Dwight

My entire family loves the show "The Office" and this is one of my all time favorite clips!

Lord of the Rings in 60 Seconds

I use not to like the "Lord of the Rings" movies because of the Orcs and goblins and all the scary stuff. Lately, I've really liked those movies though. My brother showed this to me when he found it on YouTube.

The Week Ahead

I really cannot believe it is nearly Christmas. This year has just flown by. When I was younger, I remember that the days and weeks seemed SO LONG! Now, they just fly by.

On Wednesday, my older twin brother's, Sam and Jake (I do not have pictures of just them so this is all three of us...In case you couldn't tell, they are fraternal twins) well, they are going to be turning 18! I cannot believe it. Just yesterday we were all playing with our stuffed animals together. Now they are within legal age to vote!

Then, the day after, is Christmas Eve and our church, Calvary Chapel Vero Beach, is having a Christmas Eve service at our local high school theater center. The younger children are going to be singing and performing a quick skit on the REAL meaning of Christmas. That is going to be SO cute! I haven't been able to see it the past couple of years because I was teaching the kids. I'm looking forward to watching the skit.

Then it's Christmas. That is going to be crazy fun! We'll be going over to my grandparents (Dad's parents) house for brunch. I think we'll have then over for diner.

On the 27th, unless plans have changed, my grandma, aunt and cousin (Mom's mom, sister, and nephew) are going to be coming into town for a little while. They live in North Carolina so that will be nice to see them. We always have fun.

I haven't posted anything in a little bit that didn't have a video with it. And why stop now? LOL! Here's a video. Enjoy!

MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

Luke 1:35
And the angel answered her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you; therefore the child to be born will be called holy–the Son of God.

Jake Has Done it Again!

Over the time I have had my blog, I would post little movies my brother, Jake, made. This is his most recent called, "After Midnight." It's cool! [=

Tim Hawkins on Technology

Thanks Grandma

I know I'm blond, but even I have to laugh at blond jokes once in a while! Here's one my grandma sent me.

During a recent password audit, IT discovered a blonde was using the following password:

MickeyMinniePlutoHueyLouieDeweyDonaldGoofySacramento

When they asked why such a long password, she said she was told that it had to be at least 8 characters long and include one capital.

Where Are You Christmas - Faith Hill

Kind of cheesy, but I like the song.

Christmas Must Be Something More

"For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord." Luke 2:11

People seem to be forgetting that more and more as the years progress and caring more and more about hitting the sales on time. By the time Christmas rolls around, they completely forget about the real reason and just want the day to be over with. Everyone (including the person writing this post) is guilty of it.

The days we live in are not very Christ-friendly; it has gotten to the point that some city halls can't even display a nativity scene. From the looks of it, things are going to stay that way until Jesus comes back. But while we're here, we can remember the real reason and tell it to other people.

While my family and I were at my grandparent's house last night for diner, I heard this song by Taylor Swift that inspired this post. The song is called "Christmas Must Be Something More."

Merry Christmas, Mr. Bean!

A New Kind of Sleigh Ride

I posted this video last year too, but I wanted to again!

My whole family (except my dad) love the band Relient K (misspelled on purpose). This is just their cutest video, I think!

Pet Daily Diaries

Excerpts from a Dog's Diary......

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm - Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm - Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Excerpts from a Cat's Daily Diary. ..

Day 983 of my captivity...
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength

The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am.

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to

assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.

I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously mentally unstable.

The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now......

Crazy Christmas Lights

Make sure you're volume is up!

Turkey Fun Facts

I just thought, in honor of Thanksgiving, I post some fun facts about turkeys.

• Turkeys can adapt to many habitats, but most are found in wooded places with grassy areas
• The times you are most likely to see a turkey are on warm clear days or in a light rain
• Turkeys have heart attacks
  
• Turkeys can drown if they look up while it's raining
• Turkeys sleep in trees
  
• Turkeys fly to the ground at first light and feed until mid-morning
• Gobbling starts before sunrise and can continue during most of the morning
• Wild turkeys have very good hearing and sight
• When a turkey gets spooked, they can run up to 20 miles per hour
• Benjamin Franklin wanted the national bird to be the turkey

So later, when you're sitting at the table with your family, remembering the things you're thankful for, remember to include the fact that Benjamin Franklin did not get want he wanted.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Play this fun game if you have the time!

Turkey to Go - fun thanksgiving day flash game. Play here for free.

I love this video because my dad is a mailman!

The Lost Get Found - Britt Nicole

I have been waiting for a music video to come out for this songs and it is finally here! This video is so touching. I had tears in my eyes watching it.

What are you going to do before you finish that Stride Gum?

Hope that it goes all the way through my dog!

I was doing the dishes after dinner tonight, and when I walked into my room, a WHOLE PACK of my gum was torn up on my bed (well, it was half)! That is the last time I leave my open purse on my bed!

Pray for my dog please! Thanks! [=

WHAT? I can't understand you! Speak English!

Turn your volume up for this one!