But I do have a question -
Does anyone else think that the Gov. of Ill. – Rod Blagojevich has a really bad toupee?
Otherwise- Rod you need a hair cut.
Because Meritt asked… here’s the story that goes with my twit? or is it tweet? from Twitter….
I received an email from my MIL, basically thanking us for coming up the weekend, she basically tells us we are wonderful parents, we have wonderful kids and are simply wonderful. (yeah, I’m not sure either.) and she complained a bit (okay, she dragged him over the coals, and then dipped him in oil and dragged him through some broken glass…) about the BIL… She meant to send it to ME, and Mr Incredible, instead she sent it to me, and my BIL…
Because it’s his family, and blogging agreements section 345, sub-section C, sub-paragraph 1.5645.a declares that I can’t use his family for blog fodder without his prior approval, (and he didn’t give it to me.). I can’t share the email. But it was so funny because someone stuck her foot so far in her mouth….
and it’s not my fault…
yeah, not so funny when you can’t read the email….
“I’m not bad, I’m just drawn that way” ~ Jessica Rabbit
We are at the in-laws for the weekend. Arrived about 3:00 pm. Driving was slightly crappy to mostly crappy the entire 5 hour trip.
Those of you that have read me for a while know that my BIL and I don’t necessarily see eye to eye on most things, he thinks he is a god, I know he is an ass. In his mind he is always correct, and I know he rarely is. There was a falling out last year (2007) and this year the in-laws are trying to patch things up… and act like nothing has happened. I can respect their wishes… so I’m on good behavior…. or at least trying very hard.
**EDITED** Took out a bunch of blah, blah, blah….and heres the quick version – I have a few too many margaritas, sorta held my tongue, sorta, but didn’t say or do anything to upset the in-laws…. the BIL maybe – but not the FIL or MIL. Shorter story – the BIL was supposed to be there at 4:00 – they showed up at 5;30… only 1 and 1/2 hrs late… someone should get him a watch.s
8:00 – get phone call from work – need to look for something that the young boss needs first thing in the morning… can’t get on the MIL internet with my laptop – (which has no problems connecting with any other internet access points.) Get to call my BIL a Moron repeatedly, because he has messed up her wireless router, changing settings and passwords, and he is thinking he is all that because he did this great and wonderful thing, and really – he made it impossible for anyone to use it… he set up a 32 character randomly generated password….which he hid somewhere on her desktop in a file called – PASSWORDS – Yes, he did, and yes he is.
I repeatedly called him a moron, and while everyone thinks it’s because of my computer and work, it’s really because he is one… I tell him that he is a paranoid nut job…. and a few other choice names, but leave out my favorites, because children are present. and no one says a thing, I got no warning glances from the FIL, or MIL.
9:00 – they leave. and the FIL just smiles at me…
11:00 – buzzed blogging…
and now I wonder – is that the bad thing I did today?
OMG – I’m gonna have a headache in the morning, but being able to tell the BIL that he is in fact a paranoid nut job, and a fucking moron – priceless….
(oh if you were me, you would have done it tooo, and he’s coming back tomorrow… I’ll hold my tongue better tomorrow – their cousin M will be here – and she is awesomely fun – she calls them as she sees them, and holds nothing back…. GAWD I PPH her!)
From our house to yours,
May your stockings be filled with all that you wish.
Much Happiness, HEALTH, and Love be in yours in 2009.
Fantastagirl, Mr. Incredible, Pan & Tink
**No, that is not our tree, I took the picture from some clip art**
at least it sorta did.
The weather kept us at home this past weekend. I didn’t make it to the Christmas celebration with my Mom, Dad, brother and sisters and their families. at first I was sad, my Tink was sad, and I felt like I was letting several people down, but when I look back at it now, I didn’t. I made a very responsible choice, and did what was best for my family. Today my Dad called to say he was sorry we missed it, and to let me know they didn’t have any fun without us! (family joke) When we are driving through the area next weekend (weather permitting) we will stop by and see my parents, it won’t be for a weekend, but it will do.
And today I was feeling weak… I gave in, and we now have a cat. A nameless cat, but we have a cat, actually it’s Tink’s cat. She has asked for a cat for Christmas for the past three years (yes since she was three.) and Mr. I said it was time…
So far the cat and dog seem to ignore each other, but until we are sure, we won’t be leaving them out alone together. The cat will have to be downstairs and the dog will have to be in our room when we are gone, would hate for something to happen to Sammy.
Life is getting back on track. Laughter is in the air…I think I’ve found my Christmas spirit… and that in itself is a gift to my family and myself.
I saw this on Jody’s blog – over at Iowa Geeks… I needed the reminder… it’s not about the gifts, or lack thereof, it’s about being with matters most, our family, and giving thanks…. (Maybe we should just have two Thanksgivings instead?)
A woman was out Christmas shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of toys and everything else imaginable, and after hours of hearing both her children asking for everything they saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the elevator with her two kids.
She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday season, overwhelming pressure to go to every party, every housewarming, taste all the holiday food and treats, get that perfect gift for every single person on our shopping list, make sure we don’t forget anyone on our card list, and the pressure of making sure we respond to everyone who sent us a card.
Finally the elevator doors opened, and there was already a crowd in the elevator. She pushed her way in and dragged her two kids in with her and all the shopping bags. When the doors closed, she couldn’t take it anymore and stated, “Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be found, strung up, and shot.”
From the back, everyone heard a quiet, calm voice respond, “Don’t worry. We already crucified him.” For the rest of the trip down the elevator, it was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop.
Don’t forget this year to keep the one who started this whole Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and word. If we all did it, just think how different this whole world would be.
How do I find my motivation when I have to finish training my replacement, grade papers, wrap present, get them in the mail, finish shopping, clean the house – all before the kids get off school on Friday?
I hate when I’m so overwhelmed that I shut down.
How do you super heros manage this?
(I’ve missed your updates!
Kristen – I think your motivation will be knowing that when you are done with training the replacement, grading papers – that’s it… you are done, and you will know that you have made a difference in the lives of your students, some of the things you have blogged about this semester, I have to admit, I wish I was the student in your class. As far as the wrapping presents, getting them in the mail, and finishing the shopping – it will happen, it always does, as far as cleaning the house, I’ve learned over time a clean house is not always a happy one…. And sometimes that is what has to be the one thing not done. Your family loves you for you, and so do your friends, don’t worry about the house.
Shannon Asked:
Did you find your Christmas Spirit?
Shannon – I’m faking it, until it happens. The kids decorated the tree, the husband did the Christmas lights and shopping… I’m there, just not fully. I’m tired of feeling this way, and hope that 2009 brings me health. I really want good health, so that I can find that darn spirit.
Metalmom asked:
Help!
Son1 bought a pair of heavy denim, fleece lined work pants. There was a size label stuck on the leg (Like a tape). He took off the label and wore them to work. Now there is a sticky looking square where the label was. How do I remove that?? It has lint stuck all over it.
Seriously. I don’t know who to ask about this!!
Metalmom – there is this stuff called Mom’s Goop – it works awesomely for everything – including motor oil, blood, grass stains – you name it. Or else – you could try goo gone. I’ve also used non-aerosol hairspray and rubbing alcohol…
1. Spray the label with ordinary rubbing alcohol, or, if you don’t have any rubbing alcohol, use non-aerosol hairspray.
2. Wait a minute or two.
3. Gently scrape the label off the clothing with a paring knife, a butter knife or another straight edge, such as a credit card or a ruler.
4. Wait 5 or 10 minutes for the alcohol to dry — and you’re on your way!
Giggle Pixie Asked:
Anybody seen my sanity? I can’t for the life of me remember where I left it!
Giggle Pixie – I think it left with mine – I have no idea where it is, but if it shows up here – I’ll send it your way. Okay?
Tutu Asked::
Is it snowing or freezing rain there?
I can hear sleet hit the window here.
Tutu – at this very moment in time – it is doing NOTHING. No snow, no rain, no freezing rain, no ice. I say this with great disappointment, because the sooner it gets here, the sooner it is done, and the sooner we can clean up and be done with it. And the sooner the next system moves in. We are supposed to go to my parents for the weekend, but I’m guessing that is not happening, as the weather is not going to allow it. Oh well.
Today I found out my sister’s classmate died, after a very short and tough battle with cancer. (His wife was a year older than me, but I knew her well – small towns, you kinda know everyone well.)
I’m a little sad about this news, I didn’t realize how quickly the cancer was winning (dx in June). and I’m one to always think there is more time…but there’s not.
So hug your hubby/wife, and your kids, you just don’t know.
With the winter weather heading this way – I’m not going to get to the hometown for visitation, or the funeral. Very sad.
The real world is keeping me busy at the moment.
Eventually I’ll update with a real post.
So in the mean time – ask some questions – think Dear Abby/Ann, helpful hints etc…
Have a good one, stay warm, safe, out of the snow, (insert your own comment here).
and as tug says – “see ya on the flip side.”
