What to Get Grandma

My grandma's birthday was last week and as always it was a bit of a dilemma of what to get her. The only thing she really needs is clothes but how many can we really get her? We decided to go with one of these fresh gift baskets I found and she really enjoyed it. Sometimes I wish there was something just a tad more exciting to get her but she's become so simple that just about anything brightens her day and she loves flowers. It's not like she remembers where it came from or who had given it to her anymore anyway so it's better that it's something she can look at and enjoy regardless of all that. We all tend to give her flowers now and I think this is one reason why, plus with her being in a home they all really brighten up her "not so lively" living quarters especially since she doesn't have a yard anymore too. As long as she enjoys them I'm happy with what ever we give her, that's what really matters.

Once Upon a Time

It's funny when I think back to when I was little visiting my dad. I used to play with some of the weirdest things because he didn't have much for me at his apartment. One thing that comes to mind were these silver bars because I had no idea of their value. I really don't know what I did with them besides try to build something but I think I was fascinated with what they were since I didn't really know. LOL There were such different things there compared with what we had at home and half the time I wasn't sure what to make of everything. Since his death it's taken up until now for me to recall him having those and I can't help but wonder what's happened to them because I didn't get any of his belongings. Sad but it's okay, the only thing I really would have cared for would have been pictures but oh well...I have my memories.

Running Out of Time for Running

I'm kind of sad that I haven't been able to work out as much as I was hoping to. I was really looking forward to running the nearby track and stuff this summer but the weather has been super-duper hot and there's no way we would last long in the sun so that got thrown out the window. On top of that there has been so much going on that by the time I do have a minute I'm pooped. The good thing is that I've been reading on www.weightlosspills.net that there are a few pills that could help with the energy part at least. According to the site there aren't as many products that work nearly as much as people think they do and have done a lot of research to provide accurate (not just sales) information. I love sites that do it for me since I (obviously) don't have the time to shop and compare on my own most of the time.

Slow it Down

I've been on the go all month already and as long as it took for summer to get here I can't wait for it to be over already. I haven't gotten any work done, No-No is a holy terror, Yes-Yes is hardly ever home and other people expect me to do all sort of things that are completely impossible given the amount of time I actually have in a day. *phew* I'm tired just talking about it! LOL I'm praying that I can refocus and start getting back to normal sometime soon but who knows with No-No changing just about every day. Every day is definitely a new adventure.

Working Out!

I'm starting to do pilates again. I think it was one of the best ab workouts I've done since I was a kid. I totally don't have the core I used to and can't do nearly as many sit-ups as I used to. It's rather depressing because I swore I'd never get this way, ever. Oh well, what's done is done and all I can do is try to get what I can back. I never did get the absolutely flat stomach that I've always wanted because every time I got super close I got pregnant and there it went. I can't wait to get into some of my clothes again.

Do You Inhale?

LOL! This is going to sound really weird but...when you smoke cigars are you supposed to inhale? I've always heard that you don't and it's totally puzzled me. Why would you smoke something and not inhale it? Is that even possible? I guess it's kind of like the whole Clinton question there huh? LOL When I've seen people smoke them it seems like they did inhale but I don't know...It's such a weird thing to me that I just can't wrap my brain around it.

What She Bought

When I was working in retail there was this lady once that I often think about. She was trying to return something and handed us this REALLY long receipt for other things and not the item she was bringing back. After she left my co-worker and I had to sit and think for a minute because there was nothing but beautifying creams on there! Firming, cellulite, wrinkle...you name it, she had bought it. She looked wonderful and if we had really had the guts we probably would have asked her what her opinion was. I know at some point I'll be looking for cellulite cures so I sometimes regret not talking to her about them. LOL

Have You Tried?

I've been seeing a lot of quicktrim commercials lately and wonder if there's anyone who has tried it. I don't know many people that actually take diet pills so if I can't find anyone I'll just have to start searching for some reviews. That's actually a good thing though because there are a lot of people willing to spill out their whole experience with something in order to help others. I personally don't always have the time to do that (unless it's a "warning") but I love the people that do because it really helps me make a decision.

Better Sooner Than Later

One of my friends told me that I should try prevera for the fine lines that I'm starting to get (which I blame on the kids of course LOL). I never really thought that I would have any kind of noticeable wrinkles at my age but it's not surprising. I'm hoping that if I nip it in the butt now, it won't be SO bad later. I look at all the other people my age and yeah, it could be worse but so many of them look better than I do right now. Okay, so some of them are wearing a ton of make-up but at least their pictures look good!

Going Crazy

No-No is really living up to her name lately. She seems to never stop whining, screaming or terrorizing unless she's asleep! I love her to pieces but sometimes I wish I would have stopped with the one child. LOL I'm really hoping that once she starts a school program that she'll calm down some and pick up on how other kids behave. Of course that could totally backfire and come back to bite me but here's hoping it won't.

Going Paperless

I would REALLY like to eliminate as much paper as I can from my life but I think I'm scared of it. LOL I'm "old-fashioned" and I like to see things in writing in front of me. When I have things on the computer I end up completely disorganized and I totally forget about things too. The problem is that I end up with papers coming out of my ears and I'll probably never have enough storage room for them all. I think that maybe if I get a really good document management system then it might make the transition easier. I've really got to start moving this forward, I already pay bills online so why do I need to keep getting mail anyway?