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Who Told??

Posted on April 13, 2011 by Nancy

Someone must have told the members of my town’s Mom’s group that I have a hard time saying “no.” …they’ve just asked if I would think about being president next year.

On one hand I’m totally flattered – the email asking was really nice and said my name came up a few times. That I’m organized, friendly, and an all round rock star Mom…all stuff to make me blush. LOL! The subject line said board member, so I was thinking, you know…secretary, treasurer…something like that. Nope.

On the other hand, I’m really not that active with the group – I do know some members outside of the club activities, but not many – so it’s pretty surprising that they’d ask. (They must be pretty desperate 😉 )

I’ve been wanting to get more involved with this club, and this might be a good way to do it, but talk about jumping in the deep end!

PLUS, there are all of those other things I’m already committed to through next year: full-time job, president of my twins club (including planning a convention), treasurer of the elementary school parent’s group, Fishful Thinking Faculty…oh ya, and like have time for my family!

I haven’t made a decision yet – I need more information about the position first, but I figured I’d ponder it all out where I normally do…right here! 🙂

…stay tuned…

 

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Way Back When-esday

Posted on March 16, 2011 by Nancy

Cheryl over at Twinfatuation hosts this one. Go on over to see who else is playing – and join in too!

This is one of my most favorite memories growing up: feeding the ducks at my grandparent’s house in Connecticut. This is me and Grandad…I have no idea of the year – but I must have been somewhere between 4 and 6 years old. (I can’t remember when they moved to Vermont…)

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Sick of Writing About Being Sick

Posted on March 12, 2011 by Nancy

The Ick has hit me.

I kept Maggie home from school yesterday…and then had to go pick Burke up about half way through the day. Luckily, the nurse knew I had 2 other kids home sick, so she had me park right out front and met me at the door with Burke. (Yes, Nanny C. was still out sick.)

The terrible part (you know, other than having sick kids) was that I wasn’t sure if I’d be able to actually MAKE it to pick him up. I wasn’t straying too far from the bathroom myself. Mike, saint that he is, came home early from work and let me sleep the rest of the day.

And let me sleep for most of today as well.

And because I’m dehydrated (I’m TRYING to keep the liquids in!), it’s kicking off some lovely migraines as well.

Spring can’t come soon enough.

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My Life According to Great Big Sea

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Nancy

I did this as a FB note, but I’m diggin’ it too much to not do as a meme here as well 🙂
Consider yourself tagged…let me know if you do it!

Using only song names from ONE ARTIST, answer these questions. Pass it on to at least 10 people and include me if you want to. You can’t use the band I used. Try not to repeat a song title. It’s a lot harder than you think! Re-post as “my life according to (band name)”. If I tagged you, it is because I know you like music and want to see your answers.

Pick your Artist: Great Big Sea

  1. Are you a male or female?
    Old Brown’s Daughter
  2. How do you feel:
    When I’m Up (I Can’t Get Down)
  3. Describe where you currently live:
    Boston and St. John’s
  4. If you could go anywhere, where would you go?
    French Shore
  5. Your favorite form of transportation:
    A Boat Like Gideon Brown
  6. Your best friend is:
    Graceful and Charming
    (Sweet Forget Me Not)
  7. What’s the weather like?
    Rant & Roar
  8. Favorite time of day:
    Love Me Tonight
  9. If your life was a TV show, what would it be called?:
    Ordinary Day
  10. What is life to you?
    Fortune
  11. Your fear:
    End of the World
  12. Best advice you have to give:
    Let It Go
  13. Thought for the day:
    Sea of No Cares
  14. How you’d like to die:
    Consequence Free
  15. My soul’s present condition:
    Everything Shines
  16. My motto:
    Dance Dance

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Makes My Monday: Productive Meetings

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Nancy

My boss and another co-worker are in town this week, so I have to go into the office all week (a 45 – 60 minute drive each way). Today was the first time in a year that I’ve had to make this drive. Man…a great reminder of how lucky I am to work from home every day!!

Anyway…because we’re all in the same location, that means TONS of meetings this week. Meetings usually mean super unproductive weeks; but it all depends on how you look at the meetings…and who attends the meetings. With my bunch, even though we’re not getting individual work done, we almost always end up being SUPER productive.

Today’s meeting was to go over a new process that the engineers in the company are adopting…and how we (the documentation group) will fit into the process. Intelligent questions; awesome answers. I love it when that happens.

Here’s to hoping the rest of the week is just as productive!

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Makes My Monday: Feeling Sappy

Posted on February 14, 2011 by Nancy

I’m not one for Valentine’s Day. I think it’s a crappy holiday designed to put undo pressure on a lot of couples and undo sadness on those who aren’t in a couple but want to be.

I like the idea of celebrating your loved one (or loved ones if you include your kids in the celebration); but shouldn’t you be celebrating your loved one every day? I’m not saying go out and get a card or buy candy and flowers for your loved ones every day – but definitely make them feel loved every day!!

Alright, now that I sound like the Scrooge of Valentine’s Day…let me just say, that I can also sit back and reflect on what a wonderful guy I have. And how incredibly lucky I am to have found him! (And even more lucky that I haven’t scared him away yet 😉 )  And I’m glad to have a day to devote to him …and to let him know how I feel. (BUT – I still hope I make him feel like that every day…not just today.)

Happy Valentine’s Day, Mike! I love you – today and every day. 🙂

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A to Z Reading Challenge

Posted on January 25, 2011 by Nancy

So…we all know that I LOVE these alphabet things right? (remember these? The FB Meme and the favorite TV shows, Movies,  Books, Foods, and Potatoes? Ya, I have an illness. 🙂 ) I haven’t done an ABC post in a long time…but this one is different. I saw it over on MamaC’s blog, Wine and Coffee. It’s an A to Z Challenge!
Although…I already know that I’ll probably cheat. At least…I think it’ll be cheating. heh

Here are the Rules:

How does this reading challenge work? Choose the option that works best for you…
Authors — Read alphabetically by author. Commit to 26 books.
Titles — Read alphabetically by title. Commit to 26 books.
Authors & Titles — Commit to reading 52 books

How strict is the 26 or 52? I know it isn’t always easy to find those difficult letters. The thought of finding the X’s (for example) might scare folks away. It shouldn’t! I’m a merciful host! (Ask anyone!)

If you want to give the X’s a go… For authors, try to find an X in the first name, middle name, or last name. For titles, it doesn’t have to be the starting word. Try to find an X somewhere in a title, and it’d count in my book.

Still can’t find a book for the letter you need? I’ll take your word for it. I’ve been there. I know. If your library doesn’t see the need to order books just because it starts with an X, then I don’t blame you for not wanting to special order a book that you may or may not enjoy. You gave it your best, don’t feel bad. You can still make this challenge work for you.

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My choice is the titles (I’m thinking it’ll be a little easier than the author – especially since that means I can read multiple books by the same author, but who knows!).

How am I going to cheat? I think I’m supposed to read them in order: A to Z…but I’m not reading an A book right now (It’s an S!!), and I’ve just finished an H book. And since my reading time has been significantly dwindling over the past …oh… six years, I’m gonna have to count those! Also, I’m going to have to bet my book club isn’t going to be too keen on having to read titles in order for me…so there you have it, I’m challenged, but doing it my way. (Hope that’s okay!!)

Anybody else up for it?

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It’s NOT Just Me!

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Nancy

While growing up, I distinctly remember having a conversation with my Grandma about why she didn’t wear jeans. It boggled my mind that anyone would romp around in anything but blue jeans. At the time, she simply said, “Chinos are more comfortable.” Tee hee Chinos. That always made me smile. I suppose we’d call them Dockers or Khakis now 😉

At the time, I’m sure I gave her “a look” meant to say you’re crazy, lady! And lovely lady that she was, she just let it pass.

I get it now. Not that I’m lounging around in Chinos (LOL!) or even Dockers…but I don’t wear jeans around the house.

Actually … if I don’t have to take Logan to school, I’m usually in my PJs for most of the day *blush*

And I’m a bit embarrassed to admit that last week at the grocery store, the clerk asked me where I work – she was jealous and wanted to wear jeans to work too. I didn’t have the heart to tell her that I’d actually “dressed up” to go there…

My conclusion is that Jeans are built for the young. My kids lounge in them all day. Me? As soon as I walk through the door – if no one else is coming over that day, I’m back into my lounging pants.

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Just Breathe

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Nancy

I went to the Minute clinic this morning. I’ve been coughing for about a month and a half now…and last week my throat started to feel sore. Before Thanksgiving, I went to see my doctor (saw the one on call) and they said my lungs were clear and that my throat is probably just sore from post-nasal drip and here’s some cough syrup with codeine to get you through the night. Oh, and if it’s still sore after a week, come on back.

Well, my doctor’s office is about 45 minutes away…and I had thought they’d just do a strep test (which I don’t need an appointment for), so I decided instead of taking the drive, I’d hit the minute clinic that’s less than 10 minutes away. (A half hour wait later…)

Anyway, I talked with the doctor (RN??) there and she immediately stated that I have a sinus infection … which is what’s causing the post-nasal drip … which is why I’m coughing. Oh, and there may be a case of bronchitis.

So…now I’m on meds and an inhaler!

Part of me is relieved – please oh please let this kick this crap OUT of me. Part of me is pissed – why didn’t my doctor see ANY of this last week? Part of me is skeptical – Minute Clinic…in CVS … are they just trying to sell more meds?? Most of me just wants to feel better.

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Makes My Monday: Free Books and a Warm Welcome

Posted on November 29, 2010 by Nancy

Today’s mail brought me some wonderful things!

The Usborne Book party I hosted (while contemplating becoming a consultant) brought in about $85 worth of free books! I spent a few bucks as well, but this is my stash:

The one I’m most excited about is the Very First Reading collection. The adult reads one side of the page and the child reads the other. As the child gets more confident, the books become “harder” and the child side gets more and more words. How cool is that??

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The second thing the mail brought to me today was my new consultant package! I opened the flap and saw:

Cute 🙂 It totally made me smile!

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The third thing the mail brought today was my new business card!! (Thanks Vistaprint!)

Cheryl over at Twinfatuation hosts this one. Head on over to see what else makes people’s Mondays (there are always some really good ones!)

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