Sometimes you're just not sure what you've been put on this earth to do and your life doesn't seem all that meaningful or exciting until one day you suddenly realize that you've already been Living......the Good Life.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year!!
Monday, December 29, 2008
Dressing up mom
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Family & friends
It's very sad to think of all the people in our own country, not to mention in other parts of the world, that don't feel the love of a parent or a friend or comfort of a home environment. Let's all try to appreciate what we have and do our best to spread the wealth and do what we can to help others. This is the time of year for sharing and giving and loving one another. It should last all year long not just at Christmas time.
Don't let this year go by without telling someone how special they are and how much they mean to you. Make a resolution to be more involved with your kids activities next year, or make that phone call that you have been meaning to make for so long, or just stop and smell the roses and think about what God has given you if you'd only reach out and take it.
Take time to think before you speak. Be considerate of others feelings. Be understanding of their situation whatever it may be. Don't judge people. That job is for God only. You never know what someone's life is like unless you walk a mile in their moccasins. And don't let a day go by without telling someone that you love them. Life is too short to hold grudges and to not mend fences. Someday that loved one may not be around any longer and you'll wish you'd told them how you felt. Peace and love to everyone! I hope you are enjoying the holidays to the fullest.
You mean, some kids may not have gotten toys for Christmas...?
Friday, December 26, 2008
WOW! Did that tornado hit your house, too?!....
We had a really nice Christmas.
We always go over to my parents in KC along with my sister and her family on Christmas Eve. Things got started a little later than planned so we were rushing to get our kids back home to take care of all the Christmas traditions of putting cookies (or in this case, a brownie and a piece of cake) and milk out for Santa, letting the kids open 1 present before going to bed, putting the reindeer food out on the lawn, and reading 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Plus, Michael had lost another tooth earlier that day so we had to put that in an envelope and leave it under his pillow for the Tooth Fairy. The boys were so excited.
My mom & dad drove back over to our house that night and spent the night so they could be there in the morning to spend time with the boys. They really enjoyed it and we were so glad they were willing to travel so much on Christmas Day. They left about lunch time to go to my sister's in Holden for Christmas dinner. I cooked a turkey dinner for us here at home and a good friend of ours came over to share it with us. Greg wasn't feeling very good Christmas Eve or Christmas morning but, bless his heart, he cowboyed up and hung in there putting toys together and playing with the boys. By the end of the day he was feeling better. It was a good day.
Runnebaum Christmas in Kansas - Dec. 19th
Christmas Program - Dec. 17th
Mojo Christmas party - Dec. 13th
Our Mojo biker group got together for our annual Christmas bash of holiday cheer. It was a good time. I think we're all getting old. Even though we all had a great time and were performing some crazy antics throughout the night, the party disbursted before midnight. Which is very early for some of the Mojos. Needless to say, even with everyone leaving at about the same time, Greg and I were STILL the last ones out the door. ha! Some things just never change. Here's some fun pics.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
It's Christmas time!
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Follow-up
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Crocodile tears
So, I rushed back to Boonville, picked up the kids, called in for pizza, called the babysitter to make sure she was still coming (hadn't talked to her in a week) and proceeded to get myself ready. Mind you, it was now about 5:15pm. While getting ready, the kids had finished their pizza and were playing.
I received a phone call from a close friend who's dog had just been attacked by one of their other dogs and they didn't know what to do. I gave them what little veterinarian advice I had and told them I'd leave some ointment and bandages at the house if they wanted to come by and pick them up. Remember, I was committed to be at the boat by 6:00. While I was on the phone, the boys (while PLAYING) proceeded to throw a pillow in our bedroom and it hit a basket I had on our dresser filled with glass balls and other decorations. ....everything fell on the floor and broke on the carpet. Remember, I'm still on the phone giving dog nurturing advice. I get off the phone and yell at the boys. I've still got rollers in my hair.
Anyway, here's the point to my story. Michael had been the one to throw the pillow. He visibly felt so bad. He said, "Mommy, I'll clean it up". I said no and left the room and proceed to clean up the glass. Michael came in the room and the look on his face just about broke my heart. He said so sadly, "Mommy, I'm sorry" and he gave me a hug. Tears were just streaming down his face. I couldn't be mad anymore. He was trully sorry for what he had done and had realized that what he had done was wrong and that's why we preach and preach about not playing rowdy and throwing things in the house. Anyway, I'm sure those of you with kids know what I'm talking about. How can you punish them after they have visibly punished themselves enough by feeling so terrible about what they've done. I love my boys! It's all good!
Oops!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Bookworm tagged.....what fun!
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Fun, cold & busy day
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Don't you just love quotes....
Here are a few of my favorites:
Don't carry a grudge. While you're carrying the grudge the other guy is out dancing. (Buddy Hackett)
He who cannot establish dominion over himself will have no dominion over others. (Leonardo Da Vinci)
Lord, give me the courage to change the things which can and should be changed, the serenity to accept the things which cannot be changed, and the wisdom to know the difference. (Alcoholics Anonymous)
Nobody can make you feel inferior without your consent. (Eleanor Roosevelt)
Nothing will be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome. (Samuel Johnson, 1709-1784; writer)
The day you take complete responsibility for yourself, the day you stop making excuses, that's the day you start to the top. (O.J. Simpson) - BOY, this one's ironic, isn't it!!
We have the opportunity to choose who our children's parents will be. (Unknown)
The hardest victory is the victory over self. (Aristotle)
And my personal favorite....
The is no such thing as bad kids, just bad parents. (my dad)
Enjoy the rest of your day and week. God bless you and Happy Holidays!
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
I did it!!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Whew....made it through Thanksgiving dinner!
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Santa's little helpers
Great Thanksgiving Day!
Friday, November 21, 2008
We're legit - Someone buy a rock...PLEASE!
Losing my mind....???
Isn't he cute!
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
WOOHOO!!!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
1st day behind me
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Yes, I called Jenny!
Saturday, November 1, 2008
Peaceful morning
Friday, October 31, 2008
Happy Halloween!!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Please keep in touch! Make the "Jump"...it's fun!
Please give it a try. It is SO EASY. If I can do it, anyone can!! If you are only mildly familiar with computers, you can do it. I will help you and assist you if you need it. Just let me know. I would LOVE to keep up with what's going on in your life. And I definitely always have something to report in mine.
Love to ALL my family and friends.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
The Random 7
I've been tagged by http://peculiarsmith.blogspot.com/
Seven random things about me:
1. I am addicted to books. Used to be shoes (well, I'm still addicted to shoes, but my feet and back can't take it anymore and neither can my pocketbook... so, it's books now). I can not go into a bookstore without buying a book or spending, at least, an hour roaming around.
2. I love scary movies and during October around Halloween, that's all I want to watch! Of course, I have to watch them alone because Greg won't watch them with me.
3. I am a vitamin freak. I take about 15-20 vitamins a day.
4. I used to model (a LONG time ago). Didn't ever do anything big but it was a great learning and development experience.
5. I love animals. If Greg would let me, I'd have all kinds of critters just like Elli Mae. I'm still working on him... I especially love the Big cats.
6. I love to cross-stitch. That, and cooking are the only real domestic qualities about me.
7. I love surprises - both giving them and getting them.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Out of the mouths of babes...
As Art Linkletter and Bill Cosby have said...."Kids say the darnedest things!" Last night, I was reading the boys a couple of books. While reading one about Clifford's 1st Halloween, I mixed up the words and said dog instead of ghost. After I turned the page, Vince said, "Mommy, you can't read very good. You said 'littlest dog' instead of 'littlest ghost'." Then, Michael said, "No, maybe mommy's just so old that she can't see the words." Oh my gosh! I about busted a gut!! It was so funny!! I was LMAO! They can say things like that so innocently. Then this morning, after Greg had helped me colored my hair back to it's normal color last night (actually, he did it all...he's so great!) Michael saw me and told me he liked my blond hair better but I was still beautiful and he gave me a hug. Moments like that just make my day.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Rock Your World!
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
We have grass!!!!
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
My strong boys
Remember the important things
Day off??
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
SOLD!!
Friday, October 3, 2008
I am NOT old!
Soccerman
And, yes, that's Vince with his shirt up over his head. Like I said...we'll give it a try...