Day 7

A photo that makes you happy.

Photos of my niece Alexandra make me smile, laugh and cry all at the same time. She is such a beautiful bright young child, i cant wait to see who she grows up to be. at 3 she is taking the world by storm. Just wish i could see her more often

Day 6

20 things that calm me

1. My Husband voice
2. Music
3. Playing with Photoshop
4. back rubs
5. a glass of wine
6. being held in his arms
7. talking with friends that listen and understand
8. talking to my sisters
9. talking to my mom
10. watching a good movie
11. Hearing my niece laugh
12. comfort food
13. long bath
14. sleep
15. Figuring out if what i am worrying about is worth it
16. long drives
17. Sitting under the stars
18. playing with our cats
19. watching family guy
20. Going fishing

Day 5

Your favorite quote

"This to shall pass" is one of my favorite quotes. It is short, simple and says everything. When life keeps throwing curve balls at me, and everything just seems to not being going as planed a little part of me thinks about this quote. And how happiness is right around the corner if i only just wait and be patient it will reveal its self in due time. Seems like everything takes forever these days, and sometimes when your not paying attention to the little details, such as time, it seems to blur past you at a lightening speed that does nothing but astonish you. Today is our one year anniversary of the day we met. I remember wondering when i was going to meet someone that would change everything for me. Someone i could count on, lean on, and have forever. I dont know what i did to finally get what i wanted. All i know is i thank the heavens above and whoever is running the show every single day. Because i truly do not know what i would do with out that silly man of mine. With him by my side i do believe that we can face our obstacles together and that " this to shall pass"

Day 3 & 4

Well i missed yesterday because i was stuck at school, and busy with other things. Then i came home and watched a Robin Hood with Robert. Which was a very good movie, we did stop at my moms to wish Troy a happy birthday. So after doing all that, i spaced doing my day 3. So Samantha reminded me, i believe i will combine day 3 and 4. So tomorrow i will be back on track.

A television show has moved you.

There have been many shows that have moved me over the years, but i would have to say. Extreme Make Over : Home Edition with Ty Pennington. I love that show, how they help a worthy family by rebuilding there dreams. I have seen a lot of the episodes, and each one has touched me in a way. It has shown me there are still people in this world that care about other people. That our neighbors do value our friendship. That maybe just maybe, we have a chance in getting out of a bad situation. Just makes you feel good inside when you see a family get what they need and deserve.

Your favorite book

That would have to be, Nicholas Sparks: the Notebook. That is one of my all time favorite books. It just speaks to you, the honest love that a man has for a woman. The poetry involved with in the book is just beautiful. So before you watch the movie, that is WONDERFUL as well. Please take the time read the book. It is better.

Day 2

Favorite Movie

Ah, again with the hard questions.why ? Because i love movies, the good ones the bad ones and the strange ones. Favorite movie, well i guess the bigger question would have to be are you asking for favorite childhood movie, or adult movie? And i am not talking nasty porn im talking something with a nine year old in mind. Or maybe your asking favorite movie that has a special meaning or memory.

Favorite childhood movie is Beauty and the Beast. I have always loved that movie, from the first time i saw it, until just recently with my niece. I love Gaston getting tossed into the mud with the pigs where he belongs. And Bell with her books, i swear to this day she is the reason i read so much as a kid. But when she finally started to change the beasts heart, and they danced in the ball room. I loved how Mrs. Potts sang " Tale old as time". So with that being said, still to this day, i love the movie.

Favorite "adult" movie, I would have to say is Grumpy Old Men, I love it grouchy old dudes duking it out on the iced over pond with there fishing poles. To the new red headed neighbor they both have the hots for. The funny as hell comments from Gustafson's dad are freaking hilarious, Jack Lemmon reminds me of my grandpa. Even looks like him to. I guess i watch it because of that also.

So instead of a favorite movie i gave you all two :)

shhhhh! i have another movie playing.

Day 1

A song that reminds you of your child or that you cant listen to anymore and why.

A song that reminds me of child hood. hmm that is a tough one. I know this is gonna sounds silly but, Lynard Skynard : Sweet Home Alabama. Why, Well because i can trace just about any childhood memory back to that song. No im not from the deep south, or do i have some sick crazy obsession with the band. ( although i do love there music). I think about riding in our family's boat, cruising over the water with out a care in the world. letting it Blair for nature to hear. When i hear the first couple cords of the song, I just cant help but smile and and start to bob my head with the music. Just makes me feel great. And at the same time it is moderately bitter sweet since the i haven't had that family feeling with my dad in years. I cant actually remember what the conversation was that i had with him last where we weren't fighting or where i wasn't listening to him lie to me. It has been 2 years and 2 months since the last time i saw him in person, and its been about 2 years since we spoke. It is my only hope that where ever he is, that he is safe, and hopefully better.

where ever you are dad, please remember i love you.

30 day writing challenge

My wonderful friend Samantha asked me to join her on a 30 day writing challenge, and knowing me it will be a challenge to actually stick with it. So she said she would help me by reminding me once a day to do it. I am starting mine a day after she did, because well i forgot already lol. God help me.

So i want to let you guys know what all it consist of so then you will know how to follow along with everything i am doing.

Day 1-A song that reminds you of your child or that you cant listen to anymore and why.

Day 2-Favorite movie

Day 3-A television show that either helped you get through your hard time or has moved you.

Day 4-Your favorite book

Day 5-Your favorite quote

Day 6-Twenty things that calm you

Day 7-A photo that makes you happy

Day 8-A photo that makes you angry/sad

Day 9- A photo that you took of yourself

Day 10-A photo taken over 10 years ago of you and how it makes you feel seeing it now.

Day 11-A photo that someone else took of you

Day 12-Something that you OCD about

Day 13-A vice(coffee, soda, candy, anything that you have to have to get through the day)

Day 14-The longest relationship you have had(friend or SO) non family related.

Day 15-What you like about your house

Day 16-A song that makes you cry(or nearly)

Day 17-An art piece(drawing, sculpture, painting, etc.) that moves you

Day 18-My wedding/future wedding/past wedding

Day 19-A talent that yours

Day 20-A hobby of yours

Day 21-A recipe

Day 22-A website that you visit daily

Day 23-A YouTube video that makes you laugh

Day 24-Where you live

Day 25-Your day, in great detail

Day 26-Your week, in great detail

Day 27-Your worst habit

Day 28-What is in your purse/handbag

Day 29-An actual dream have had while sleeping

Day 30-A dream for the future.

These are the topics that are to be used for the next 30 days in this writing challenge. What you do is use what the day says and write about it in full detail until you are at day 30 then the challenge is over. Lets see how many of us can actually start and finish this challenge.