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Re: Something Sickly This Way Coughs

Petula — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:42:30 -0000

Oh my goodness! I hope you get some rest 'cause I think that's what you need most right now. Baking? Well, I'll bring a bottle of Lysol or Oust to spray as I walk, pick up a muffin, hand you some juice as I hug, wipe, tuck in and dress a couple of kids, mop, sweep and throw a load of laundry in on the way out the door. :)

Re: Real Life

Petula — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:44:52 -0000

Awww... I'm sorry you don't feel well and hope you're up and hopping soon. AND out of those sweatpants. :) Take care.

Re: Are You Shooting For The Wrong Goal?

Petula — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:50:20 -0000

I know I've gotten off track, but this post got me to thinking. I hope that I'm not currently speeding toward the wrong goal. It feels right and I think my hesitation and procrastination are fear of success along with terror of lack of time to complete everything.

Re: Veteran's Day Military Family Style

Petula — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:00:45 -0000

Happy Veteran's Day! Sounds like fun for all. Very cool.

Re: http://www.crazyadventuresinparenting.com/2009/11/to-do-tuesday-week-40.html

Petula — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:34:51 -0000

Great message: Stop! I have been running and ripping for a week. I just got home for lunch (about noon) after volunteering at my middle daughter's school. I have to run and pick up my son early then go back to my daughter's school for a meeting. Last night was Tae Kwon Do, which is an entirely new story. I sat and ate my lunch and flipped through a magazine. It took all of my energy not to sit and eat in front of the computer then I sat quietly for a few minutes after my last bite. I felt like it was wasting time, but it was a much needed pause.

I am so jealous that you're getting your Christmas shopping done! :) That's great.

You're still not feeling well? Exhausted? Did you make your appointment? I hope you did that first. Nope, not fussing at you, just strongly encouraging you to do it now if you haven't already! SMOOCHES.

Aunt Flow is just a pest. She has me wishing for menopause.

Enjoy the rest of your week.

Re: Do you know what happens when you go to sleep at 9pm?

Petula — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:45:15 -0000

Okay, I'm not going to make any pregnant jokes.:)

Yes, it could be thyroid or low iron. Last time that happened to me it was low iron... on top of lack of a decent night's sleep. I can't remember the last time I went to bed that early. Did you sleep all night?

Re: Matern-Eternity

Petula — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:57:06 -0000

Each time I gave away maternity clothes and baby clothes I ended up being pregnant. I stopped that cycle by getting my tubes tied. Well, that was good anyway since we are finalizing the divorce. I think I have enough kids and two dads are enough. ... Okay, where di that come from? Geez!

Congrats on cleaning up... sorry about the allergies... and I know exactly what you mean about the baby memories. I have a little memory box for the kids so that the most special and memorable are held onto. Some stuff is given to Goodwill and others are given to people who I know can really use them.

Re: The Aftermath of Fort Hood

Petula — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:49:31 -0000

I can only imagine how you feel. I've never experienced anything to that degree, but I was in the Air Force during Desert Storm. War stress alone is bad enough without having to worry about what's going to happen on the base by your own. Very sad situation. Take care... love, hugs and prayers.

Re: How to Install a Printer, Kid Style

Petula — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 12:47:40 -0000

LOL! Yea, they do tend to grab those packing materials quickly, huh? I'm glad they had fun. How'd you enjoying installing the printer?

Re: To Do Tuesday Week 39

Petula — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:28:41 -0000

A lot of the things on your list are things that I need to do! I was thinking about doing Tackle It Tuesday so maybe I can combine the two. Hmmm? Yea, I've been working on getting the sweets outta the house... bad case of PMS! I guess eating them wasn't the smartest way! I also need to get that yoga in that I've been trying to do for more than a week. Ten minutes here and there isn't enough. I'd like to do a little strength training with hand weights too. Good luck with your list! On my list is making/developing a gift closet or spot and put my list somewhere that I'll remember it. Already lost a portion of my list somewhere on my desk. :)

Re: Keeping a gift closet

Petula — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:02:13 -0000

Oh, did I say that I've lost my list too! SIGH

Re: Keeping a gift closet

Petula — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 12:02:01 -0000

I thought about this recently too because I am always forgetting where I put something I bought for someone and stumble across it months later. My house is pretty small so I'm going to have to get a little creative. Maybe a solid container to put on the top shelf in my closet. Hmmm...?

Re: What are you reading on Mondays

Petula — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:59:43 -0000

Oh geez, I am so behind on reading too. I am reading like 1,000 books (okay, two or three at once). The Happiness Plan and Finding Purpose Beyond Our Pain. One's good and one isn't!

Why do I keep requesting review copies? I am about 14 books behind; not counting the ones in my own pile that I want to read. Plus the magazines. Plus the blogs I like to visit. What if we take two weeks off just to read?

Re: Road Trips and Shopping and Clearance, Oh My!

Petula — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 10:03:48 -0000

Let's see... I watched a couple of movies on the tube, wrote a post or two, did some housework, shopping at Publix and enjoyed the last moments of quiet before the children returned from their dad's!

Sounds like y'all had a great time!

Re: Dryers Don't Dry, They Suck

Petula — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:41:18 -0000

I'm glad you had the Swiffer 'cause dryer fuzz is almost worse than glue.

Re: Houston, We Have Pigtails, Part Two

Petula — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 10:40:26 -0000

I was looking at some photos of my youngest too and how much her hair has grown in the last year or so. It is amazing, isn't it? They change so quickly.

Re: Chicken Pot Pie with a Biscuit Topping

Petula — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:54:29 -0000

I haven't made a pot pie in quite a long time. I'll have to try it with the biscuit/Bisquick crust. I always try to have some on hand because it can be used for so many things. A great pantry staple. Looks tasty and sounds... now I want to make one.

Re: Man Tips!

Petula — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:00:05 -0000

That's pretty funny.

Re: To Do Tuesday Week 36 - Holiday Checklist!

Petula — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:45:34 -0000

That's a great list to get ready for Christmas. I need to start mine. I'm hesitant this year 'cause I normally forget what I do with it. LOL... I was "forced" to clean out my closet yesterday when I saw a moth fly out of it. So out everything came, piles made for Goodwill, giving away and consignment. Then I had to clean out the kids' closet today when I realized there was no way I was getting all of the clothes in there, which is why there were so many clothes in the laundry room that needed to be put away. So, I have most of the summer clothes stashed away and fall/winter stuff ready to go. Happy Christmas shopping and organizing. Wish me luck. :)

Re: Adventures in Flying (By the Seat of Ones Pants)

Petula — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 15:40:56 -0000

LOL... OMG! I don't know whether to laugh, sigh or gasp. LOL You're as funny as ever. Buy some Gatorade and rehydrate after your flying workouts.

Re: How to Attend a Twitter Party

Petula — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 22:22:52 -0000

That was a great explanation. I've never participated in a Twitter party 'cause it just seems so overwhelming. I may have to try one now that you've give such great directions. Thanks.

Re: Gimme an S! Gimme an L! Gimme an E-E-P!

Petula — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 14:54:12 -0000

Aaahhh sleep. SIGH. How I long for a restful, uninterrupted eight hours of sleep that I awake re-freshened and ready to face the world with renewed energy! :) Too much? Medical issues, stress and sometimes children keep me from sleeping well. Oh, and burning the midnight oil.

Re: Move over Barney Stinson

Petula — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:24:53 -0000

That is the cutest little outfit ever! Very distinguished and the expression fits perfectly. :)

Re: W/W The Mister

Petula — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 23:02:13 -0000

Wonderful shots! I feel a little silly because I didn't know you could swim underwater with the snorkel thingy on and I've been snorkeling. Well, I can only swim a little. Guess you just hold your breath, huh?

Re: Weight and Fitness Update with Photos

Petula — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:43:21 -0000

That's superb! Congratulations... and keep up the good work. Falling down clothes are a true sign of hard work. Yippee for you! :D