1. I cannot go get my hair done without getting a terrible migraine from the associated fumes that have been accumulating all day.
2. My hair does best fairly short.
3. My hairdresser does a fantastic job with my fine, thin, curls. Thanks Shannon, you're a true blessing to me.
4. I have 1 product that works really in my hair. Sunsilk hydra tlc, this is a leave in conditioner that defines the curl without giving me crunchy hair.
5. I have 1 shampoo that works for me. JR Ligett's Old-Fashioned Bar Shampoo, Tea Tree & Hemp.
6. I really like the makeup that Aldi carries.
7. I need to include more variety in our dinner menu.
8. My sweet husband can eat slaw, then kind my daughter makes, every day.
9. My kids like fresh spinach, in salad, on sandwiches. So does the dog. Like spinach, and broccoli, but not carrots.
10. I'm good at organizing, but often don't finish well.
11. I am enjoying non-fiction books much more lately.
12. I want people to read my mind, and see what I see that needs to be done.
13. I can get pretty ugly when I don't get things my way.
14. I need to structure our day.
15. When the kids know ahead of time what I expect of them in their book lessons each day, they do it. And they do well. And they fight less. And they work together.
16. It is true that the mom sets the tone for the day. At least when she is home. Like I am. All day.
Even when I think I am failing God shows me that he is at work in my life. In all our lives.
I can not type well with a migraine.
Showing posts with label life. Show all posts
Showing posts with label life. Show all posts
Apr 13, 2011
Feb 4, 2011
Going Bald...
Davids office was going bald today to raise $$$ for cancer research. So, David joined in the 'fun'. He had been considering this for a while and had told me earlier today that he HAD to get his hair cut this weekend. Since we already cut it using a 3/8" guard, it wasn't too difficult to shave it all off. He likes it. I'm okay with it, but Daniel was really shocked!
Looks like he will be shaving it from now on. At least he hasn't been doing a comb-over, or spray on hair!
Dec 18, 2010
Anniversary Rings
In November 2009, David and I returned to our honeymoon hideaway. While there, I purchased a 1 carat, emerald cut, pale blue aquamarine. I had been searching for the 'perfect' (for me) stone because it is David's birthstone.
About August or so of 2010, I started looking for someone who would make a ring to put my stone in. Very hard to find. As I perused the internet, I kept returning to 2 artisans on Etsy.
I emailed the first, with my request but she was unwilling to work with a stone that she had not cut herself. She explained that stone sometimes break and she did not want to accidentally ruin it for me.
The second person was willing to make a ring with an empty setting, and I would then take it to a jeweler locally to have the stone set. You can find him here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MJSGems
When the ring arrived I took it to the local jeweler that I had previously contacted only to be told that they would have to remake the setting and the cost would be much more than I had been quoted. The attitude of this shop really didn't sit well with me so I contacted the jeweler where David bought my original engagement ring over 20 years ago.
This proved to be the right choice. Although they seldom work in sterling silver, they were willing to do the job. So, yesterday evening David took me into Concord to pick up my ring that has been in the making, (in a vague way) for 13 months.
I am so pleased. It is beautiful.
So, now on my left hand I wear a beautiful, matching wedding set. (When David saw the 1st ring he told me to get a matching band)
It wasn't a matter of not liking my original rings, it was really several things. First, several years ago I was using bleach to clean something and I got a chemical burn under the band. I have had it cleaned professionally and am still unable to wear that band for more than 3 or 4 hours. The second thing was that my original engagement ring had been a pear cut with a smaller stone on either side. Those side stones were the problem. I lost several of them while working and had them replaced. The last time it happened, I was so aggravated that I traded it in for a single stone ring. Unfortunately, I did not ask David about this or even have him help me chose a replacement. So that has bothered him, and as I have tried to be more sensitive to his leadership, it has bothered me.
So now you know the story and here are the photos.
About August or so of 2010, I started looking for someone who would make a ring to put my stone in. Very hard to find. As I perused the internet, I kept returning to 2 artisans on Etsy.
I emailed the first, with my request but she was unwilling to work with a stone that she had not cut herself. She explained that stone sometimes break and she did not want to accidentally ruin it for me.
The second person was willing to make a ring with an empty setting, and I would then take it to a jeweler locally to have the stone set. You can find him here: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MJSGems
When the ring arrived I took it to the local jeweler that I had previously contacted only to be told that they would have to remake the setting and the cost would be much more than I had been quoted. The attitude of this shop really didn't sit well with me so I contacted the jeweler where David bought my original engagement ring over 20 years ago.
This proved to be the right choice. Although they seldom work in sterling silver, they were willing to do the job. So, yesterday evening David took me into Concord to pick up my ring that has been in the making, (in a vague way) for 13 months.
I am so pleased. It is beautiful.
So, now on my left hand I wear a beautiful, matching wedding set. (When David saw the 1st ring he told me to get a matching band)
It wasn't a matter of not liking my original rings, it was really several things. First, several years ago I was using bleach to clean something and I got a chemical burn under the band. I have had it cleaned professionally and am still unable to wear that band for more than 3 or 4 hours. The second thing was that my original engagement ring had been a pear cut with a smaller stone on either side. Those side stones were the problem. I lost several of them while working and had them replaced. The last time it happened, I was so aggravated that I traded it in for a single stone ring. Unfortunately, I did not ask David about this or even have him help me chose a replacement. So that has bothered him, and as I have tried to be more sensitive to his leadership, it has bothered me.
So now you know the story and here are the photos.
Jul 5, 2010
...these past few weeks...
1. With my parents help, reupholstered 1 of our couches.
2. Ordered most of the curriculum for the 2010-2011 school year.
3. Made a dent in the decluttering/reorganizing that I do each summer between the end of one school year and the beginning of another.
4. Recovered 1 of 4 cafeteria chairs that we have.
5. Started making throw pillows for our newly covered couch.
6. Started the listing and selling of books that we are done with.
7. Repeated #6 for K
8. Cleared 1 entire bookcase of 'keepers' so that 'get-rid-of' books could be placed in some semblance of order.
9. Fallen 2x in 3 days.
10. Missed the 4th of July parade and fireworks because of injury sustained in #9.
11. Decluttered the craft cabinet.
12. Decided that some of the unfinished crafts could be finished to be sold @ the craft fair in October.
13. Relocated my sewing machine and Oscars crate so that I have more access to sew at will and he still has a nice comfy bed. (he doesn't really like it, but hopefully will adjust)
14. Watched my 12 and almost 14 year old continue to learn, grow (physically and spiritually) and love each other and those they interact with.
15. Loved on Axel who is now 5 months old.
16. Prayed for 2 family members for healing
17. Rejoiced over a cancer-free report from a dear lady at church
18. Been blessed by other believers in this fallen world.
19. Been cared for by a loving husband who honestly but gently points out when I'm becoming grouchy with pain.
20. Learned a silly Star Wars song that is a tribute to John Williams the composer of theme songs for many Spielberg movies. Star Wars Song
2. Ordered most of the curriculum for the 2010-2011 school year.
3. Made a dent in the decluttering/reorganizing that I do each summer between the end of one school year and the beginning of another.
4. Recovered 1 of 4 cafeteria chairs that we have.
5. Started making throw pillows for our newly covered couch.
6. Started the listing and selling of books that we are done with.
7. Repeated #6 for K
8. Cleared 1 entire bookcase of 'keepers' so that 'get-rid-of' books could be placed in some semblance of order.
9. Fallen 2x in 3 days.
10. Missed the 4th of July parade and fireworks because of injury sustained in #9.
11. Decluttered the craft cabinet.
12. Decided that some of the unfinished crafts could be finished to be sold @ the craft fair in October.
13. Relocated my sewing machine and Oscars crate so that I have more access to sew at will and he still has a nice comfy bed. (he doesn't really like it, but hopefully will adjust)
14. Watched my 12 and almost 14 year old continue to learn, grow (physically and spiritually) and love each other and those they interact with.
15. Loved on Axel who is now 5 months old.
16. Prayed for 2 family members for healing
17. Rejoiced over a cancer-free report from a dear lady at church
18. Been blessed by other believers in this fallen world.
19. Been cared for by a loving husband who honestly but gently points out when I'm becoming grouchy with pain.
20. Learned a silly Star Wars song that is a tribute to John Williams the composer of theme songs for many Spielberg movies. Star Wars Song
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