tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83792190962792127002024-03-21T07:24:17.949-07:00Judis Creation StationMy personal blog with a bit of crafting tossed in (like a salad) for good measure! Actually will probably be more crafting, my fave thing in the world to spend my "free" time on. My newest hobby, "antiquing" I am in LOVE!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-50821139925654038752011-06-06T23:00:00.000-07:002011-06-06T23:03:55.279-07:00Okay folks I have typed this message now three times, and getting more peeved as I am having to keep retyping! If you are still reading this blog, or coming to visit me every once in a while, I appreciate you so much more than you know. The last 6 months have been a blur, honestly I had no idea it had already been 6 months since I had posted on here! I have about 4 more weeks of school left, with any luck at all, and then I am done. I have decided no more classes; I hate online classes - no interaction, no instructor help, $2000.00 as far as I am concerned is a wash down the drain - - - never, ever again! I will do class rooms, but never another online class - if you're thinking about it, keep walking - don't throw your money away on it!<br /><br />Anyhow, wanted to say HI - I will be back fulltime soon and honestly I have missed all my friends, crafting buddies, and well everyone . . .miss you guys!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-43135364480394807852011-01-23T19:04:00.000-08:002011-01-23T19:11:30.844-08:00HowWell hello there, I doubt anyone out there is still reading this, seeing as how I have faded into LaLa Land, however, I am going to make this a journal of sorts for myself. I don't know honestly how often I will be on; I apparently can't keep a promise, so I refuse to make more of those. I am trying, not very hard, mind you, to get done with my class. I will NEVER take a totally on-line class again. I definitely like a class room atmosphere where you can actually talk to an instructor and have someone to bounce ideas off, etc. This trying to depend on yourself completely stuff is for the birds. You would think for $2000.00 you would get some honest to goodness instruction. Nope, you sure don't - you get your books, a bill and yourself! How was that I was apparently $2000 richer at the beginning of this. Let's see I could have my new stove and even my new tv by now, or have paid off some of the debt we owe, or even had my new hardwood floors in upstairs, or put money down on the windows we want to replace on the lower level of our home, or again, have made a little dent in what we owe, but no, me I decided to take some classes. Really re-thinking all of this right now. I think it is just frustration, but who knows. To top it off, after having lost 38 lbs two years and looking awful nice (thank you very much) I have gained it all back plus about 15 lbs. WAAAA - So my goal this year is to get it off - I am so sick of being fat. . . sick of it! Trying to exercise, I have been doing great on the treadmill, bought Zumba and have opened the box, but haven't taken anything otu yet. I will . . . just a bit frustrated that I know I was supposed to get 8 DVD's with it and only got two, and honestly just damned tired of "fighting" with companies to get what you do pay for. Is it just me or what????? Okay enough of the downer post . . . hopefully winning 20,000 in the next lottery to pay everything off and get my stove - (WOOT) heading to the treadmill. . . wish me luck.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-13704254686507893722010-10-16T14:48:00.000-07:002010-10-16T14:51:20.391-07:00OMG why does it take me so long to postTime flies I guess. It seems as if I have just been on here, and lo and behold its been far longer, yet again. With taking classes, working (which I love my job) cooking cleaning and just being a mom and everything that goes with it, time just seems to get away from me. Today I have decided is a one hour study (studied 11 hours on Wednesday!) and then it is time for some playtime. I have Halloween items I need to get made for my grand-nephews, my nieces and my grand-girl Shelby. They all live in Alaska, so I know I had better get on it, so they make it to them in time for the fun day! Me, I love Halloween, so am looking forward to making goodies for the kids. <br /><br />Hope you are all having a great day, and hope to chat with you all soon!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-72928884281772049032010-09-21T17:48:00.000-07:002010-09-21T17:49:06.952-07:00Free Goodies Draw from ImaginisceCheck this one out ladies -these are gorgeous! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.imaginisceblog.com/2010/09/dino-roar-release-party-free-ideas-and.html">http://www.imaginisceblog.com/2010/09/dino-roar-release-party-free-ideas-and.html</a>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-14462059560926356132010-08-29T14:45:00.002-07:002010-08-29T14:49:13.344-07:00don't know what happenedHad a whole post typed out -don't know where it went! John and Cody let me sleep in today- felt so darn good. I'm getting on my new sleeping schedule, although last night I decided to stay up and read, so was a late bedtime for me. They are both participating in the trapshoot today- John is just helping, Cody with shooting. Looks like Cody may have won the Junior Shooter trophy and he lost the new Shooter by one bird - he shot a 94 out of 100! Good Job Cody! I didn't go down as it makes him a bit nervous when I am there - so funny! <br /><br />I'm going to work on an 8x8 album for my grand-girl Shelby. I promised her that Gramma would make her an album of her 2 week stay here and what she did, she was so excited as she loves to look through all the albums when she is here, so going to get it started, and a good dent in it, so I can get it in the mail to her by, hopefully, next weekend.<br /><br />Wishing you all a wonderful Sunday and great day with all your family and loved ones - - - remember they are what its all about!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-64955478900208555522010-08-29T14:45:00.001-07:002010-08-29T14:45:44.402-07:00Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-20352951965068202652010-08-28T00:11:00.000-07:002010-08-28T00:14:23.852-07:00Hi thereBeen awhile, but I honestly think this time I might actually be better about posting - this might be one of my new year resolutions a bit late! Today was my first official day working at our new clinic - granted we weren't open, just getting everything set up and situated, but still felt GREAT! I am so happy about this job, I know you are all getting sick of hearing me say it, but I just love it!<br /><br />Thought I would share a couple pics of the kids, seeing as how it has been awhile, aren't they darn cute! Went to the football game tonight, those boys had a good game - so much fun watching them play; I so enjoy football season! <br /><br />Tonight I just thought I would drop in with a quick hello, but will be back tomorrow to post some more;<br /><br />Have a good one friends!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-46813738648031854852010-08-28T00:07:00.000-07:002010-08-28T00:11:27.907-07:00Can't resist sharing another<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk9V3l9x_9MJNXFUrY1DBDiw8jCxjM7FRQPK89MG8sz9_oVnvbjTxhf2kTiwhwoO_u0K-DQrqqEQoDTlQVzNJ1hXdV27LJOpSlsdfq9uxeV6EjdBsEMYyzhjGNh2s1my-WDbEgwbMWiHg/s1600/100_2686.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5510354773197200482" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk9V3l9x_9MJNXFUrY1DBDiw8jCxjM7FRQPK89MG8sz9_oVnvbjTxhf2kTiwhwoO_u0K-DQrqqEQoDTlQVzNJ1hXdV27LJOpSlsdfq9uxeV6EjdBsEMYyzhjGNh2s1my-WDbEgwbMWiHg/s320/100_2686.jpg" /></a><br /><div>This was Shelby having a great time playing tricks on Gramma! Love that girls sense of humor and her smile!</div>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-38969303301224520052010-08-26T19:32:00.001-07:002010-08-26T19:36:19.921-07:00Another picture<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAFbHpgNgeyX7oOooYP_hTY_YNM4xQZ1Tnj03ewmh89-ik-FowzpuQTWq_Lm8RmmCLBV2WDinodc87C1_NgpHZmhatOlJc3n-OyNjCJMOjhmVt8pRCit_q44bhitIWSeH8zreCVqYBFOE/s1600/100_2761.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 320px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5509912561572617618" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAFbHpgNgeyX7oOooYP_hTY_YNM4xQZ1Tnj03ewmh89-ik-FowzpuQTWq_Lm8RmmCLBV2WDinodc87C1_NgpHZmhatOlJc3n-OyNjCJMOjhmVt8pRCit_q44bhitIWSeH8zreCVqYBFOE/s320/100_2761.jpg" /></a> This one is of Cody, Shelby and a friend's daughter - - -I love this picture of the kids!<br /><div></div>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-82157980805404391042010-08-26T19:23:00.000-07:002010-08-26T19:31:20.543-07:00Picture of my grand-girl Shelby<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3s27TzWO1r9PniuwmpIipw3_nbUi5Ssv6ddWBQ6mOsPGz5ulnxX3SZQCxlDJwNUFZxC3bEgnJXpEdB-N9c7nrXbBlYpQt_Cr3vEI9yMtJx7evdQecl91LqMf27x1-rh0x22POzjxktmo/s1600/100_2681.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5509911341195778594" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3s27TzWO1r9PniuwmpIipw3_nbUi5Ssv6ddWBQ6mOsPGz5ulnxX3SZQCxlDJwNUFZxC3bEgnJXpEdB-N9c7nrXbBlYpQt_Cr3vEI9yMtJx7evdQecl91LqMf27x1-rh0x22POzjxktmo/s320/100_2681.jpg" /></a><br /><div>And this is one of Grammas little girl - </div>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-4708338783380175862010-08-26T18:55:00.001-07:002010-08-26T19:23:25.734-07:00Picture of Cody<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxpKzCiq5otqwzYxPLgZay5dx7qqyu8v3Qg_Y7s0dm7lqHysdN2jBbcYKcMH12ABNcHt_7Hk8ALxR0yqOOjJeg910uYswfkB9SMcxpLgnHiwr_eZUNOrbG0cTmzRHtbUQmJb_l7TYZt0/s1600/Cody+8-24-10a.jpg"><img style="MARGIN: 0px 0px 10px 10px; WIDTH: 240px; FLOAT: right; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5509909448350157570" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxpKzCiq5otqwzYxPLgZay5dx7qqyu8v3Qg_Y7s0dm7lqHysdN2jBbcYKcMH12ABNcHt_7Hk8ALxR0yqOOjJeg910uYswfkB9SMcxpLgnHiwr_eZUNOrbG0cTmzRHtbUQmJb_l7TYZt0/s320/Cody+8-24-10a.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Thought I would share the most recent picture that I have of Cody- this was taken on the first day of school - isn't he handsome! </div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-58762442967668489012010-08-24T21:37:00.000-07:002010-08-24T21:39:02.689-07:00I'm BackFirst day of school and was my day off, can I just say I enjoyed it! I know he is a sophomore, but sometimes just having the house to yourself, even if you have to do errands all day is a great thing. Peace and quiet . . . room to breathe . . . was nice! Just thought I would drop in and say Hi, been awhile since I have been on, and wanted to let you all know I will be back a bit more frequently now!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-22632504834247889532010-07-06T18:21:00.001-07:002010-07-06T18:21:55.501-07:00Blog GiveawayCheck out this blog - she designs some of the most beautiful blogs I've seen -you've just got to check her out - she also has a great blog giveaway going on right now. . .<br /><a href="http://www.addictedtoaddison.com/">http://www.addictedtoaddison.com/</a>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-89779622264750441122010-07-04T16:27:00.001-07:002010-07-04T16:29:29.873-07:00Independence Day 2010Wishing everyone a safe and happy 4th of July holiday weekend with family and friends. While you are celebrating please remember all of the men and women who are still sacrificing for us on a minute by minute basis and wish them safety and keep them in your prayers.<br /><br />To those also, who have given their lives for us, so that we may all continue to live in a safe place . . . to their friends and families; my family wishes you all the best on the day that means freedom for many of us, at the expense of your family members, please know that they will NEVER be forgotten!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-72985659051088575982010-07-04T16:25:00.001-07:002010-07-04T16:25:53.876-07:00Good news!Well ladies - I get to share!<br /><br />I was offered the 3 DAY a week position at our new clinic and accepted!! I am so excited, I will not be working evenings, holidays or weekends any longer. I will see my son and husband every single evening of the week and weekend - NO more being away from them 3 and 4 days a week. I am so incredibly excited about that, and even more excited to be involved in the opening of a new clinic and the opportunities that provides both personally and professionally!<br /><br />I will continue to work at the hospital the 2 other days a week (so far anyway) I am hoping for at least 1 extra day a week to keep my insurance benefits.<br /><br />AND I will begin my Pharmacy Tech class in August (6 months with 300 clinical hours) and then on to A&P . . . so I will be studying some evenings of the week with Cody, which will be extremely good for him. I will also get to attend EVERY single sporting event that he is in, and you can't believe how excited I am about that.<br /><br />AND I will also have time to craft again and enjoy it again,<br /><br />Just had to share!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-51260986295749776982010-06-28T00:14:00.000-07:002010-06-28T00:15:06.280-07:00Sweet Pea Stamps Card GiveawayCheck this one out ladies - this is who Alex and Lisa both design for - every month someone has the opportunity to win 2 cards - how awesome is that! gotta go sign up if you want to win!<br /><br />http://sweetpearubberstamps.blogspot.com/2010/01/become-follower-contest.htmlJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-76644441795453973542010-06-28T00:06:00.001-07:002010-06-28T00:07:13.952-07:00AWESOME BLOG CANDYLadies (and gents)<br />You have so got to check out this blog candy - a set of 36 Copics and MORE!!!<br /><br /><a href="http://thestampingboutiquechallengeblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/blog-candy-worth-25000-including-36.html">http://thestampingboutiquechallengeblog.blogspot.com/2010/06/blog-candy-worth-25000-including-36.html</a><br /><br />Go follow the rules and get yourself all set up! have funJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-39145911370319774112010-06-27T23:55:00.001-07:002010-06-27T23:55:58.130-07:00Another blog giveawayCheck out what is being given out at this one gals - lots of fun goodies, and some beautiful work that she has on her blog:<br /><br /><a href="http://touchofcreation.blogspot.com/2010/06/blogoversary-candy.html">http://touchofcreation.blogspot.com/2010/06/blogoversary-candy.html</a>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-70112082305664189192010-06-27T23:49:00.000-07:002010-06-27T23:50:38.508-07:00GiveawayCheck out this prize package giveaway full of Imaginisce goodies!<br /><br /><a href="http://justlovescrappin.blogspot.com/2010/06/imaginisce-splash-dance-giveaway.html">http://justlovescrappin.blogspot.com/2010/06/imaginisce-splash-dance-giveaway.html</a>Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-22493293978340815742010-06-15T23:02:00.000-07:002010-06-15T23:13:37.797-07:00OMGit has been 2 months since I have posted - unbelievable, kind of said with a deep sigh and a little laugh! I knew it had been awhile since I had been on my blog, but honestly I didn't realize it had been that long. <br /><br />In that amount of time, Cody has had his last day of school, I have completed my Terminology/Anatomy class, I have completed my paperwork for the Pharmacy Tech class (which is going to be a bit intense, but I am ready) and beyond that I am not certain what, but I do feel busy all the time.<br /><br />This week I have been "gutting" out my house, I have shredded 14 large garbage bags worth of documents from 1998 through 2003 - oh my gosh, why did we keep all that shit! I have a hall way full of garage sale items, and am taking on Shelby's room tomorrow (we have kind of been using it for storage- you know, the walk by, throw it in and shut the door quickly routine). Well I have reached the limit with all this. For anyone who has been in my home I am a fairly neat person (almost to the point of OCD, but apparently I have gotten much better), and just decided it is time for a lot of this stuff to just go to someone else's home. Should pay for Cody's shoes and school clothes for next year, so that's a bonus - LOL, which means mom and dad will have some extra money for a couple of months.<br /><br />I have to honestly say it feels quite cleansing, and I am loving it; tired of sweating and being stinky, but feels good to have all thsi stuff out where I can see it all and know that it is going away. <br /><br />Beyond that, not much going on, tired of working evenings, taking a huge toll of the family, body and health, so I have decided what direction I am going in and am even looking for job openings - I am READY for all days and not having to work evenings and weekends. I love the majority of the folks I work with, and I honestly LOVE my job, but I am tired, weary of all the drama, and weary from just being tired. I am 50 years old, and must concede that I am not yet old, but I am getting there, and my body is telling me that it is time to just have some regular time, be able to go to bed at the same time every night, and to be able to spend time with my family - they need me, and I need them.<br /><br />No crafting has been happening, but I have piles of cards ready to send out, but I will be honest here, I did not make the cards, these are all cards I have received over the past 8 years that I have been swapping, I just decided it is not fair to keep them hidden in boxes, it is time to "recycle and reuse" and share with others, so that is exactly what I will be doing. I have also pulled out crates (yep, crates) of pictures and documents that I want to get scrapped - they have been sitting in crates for way to long, and it is time to have them scrapped and in albums so that they can truly be enjoyed! Life is too short.<br /><br />I've ordered myself some new walking/running shoes -0 - I gained back every pound that I lost last year, and I have been doing some walking on the treadmill with my old shoes, but I've decided I and a friend will be going for daily walks outside and new shoes are definitely necessary. So this time next year, I intend to me down at least 40 lbs - last year I lost 26 in 6 1/2 months, so I know I can do it, don't know why I keep going back and eating the "old way" but it is time for me to make some health changes for myself! AGAIN! URGH!<br /><br />Anywho, this was my break, I am now heading back down to the "room" to begin another round; chat with you all later!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-68783351481704441272010-04-03T17:01:00.000-07:002010-04-03T17:11:01.878-07:00A New DayPicked up my daughter the other day - and then went to Spokane and picked up my grand-daughter Shelby, whom we haven't seen for 15 months - yep, the same one whose dad came and told us he was taking her sledding and "disappeared" with her! She has been with us for a few days now, her mom flew home yesterday, and tomorrow after Easter dinner, she and I drive back to Spokane, spend the night in a hotel and it is already time for her to return to her dad and her stepmom. <br /><br />We have been lucky enough to have her here with us for her 6th birthday and for Easter. She and I dyed eggs (5 1/2 dozen!!!) on Wednesday while her mom and Uncle Cody (my youngest) went to Lewiston to pick up a birthday cake (long story) and a few other things. She and Gramma had lots of fun - she loved it! We then had family over on Thursday evening for a spaghetti birthday dinner, with a handmade Princess cake made by Gramma. Shelby opened birthday presents, I didn't realize at 6 years old children had such opinions about what they would wear and what they wouldn't - - when did all that happen? Shelby had great fun with her Aunt Jody, they played stickers and glitter glue, and Shelby grew quite attached to her, its so nice when adults actually get on the floor and play with children . . . Shelby loved it!<br /><br />I have lots of pictures that we have taken, but have to purchase a new scanner as my old one is dead and the other won't work with the laptop for some reason . . . and I am so not computer literate!<br /><br />Shelby went to her FIRST Easter Egg hunt today, here in town - she had lots of fun - 17 eggs later, she was surprised the Easter Bunny went out in the snow and hid all those eggs, AND put candy inside them . . . LOL!<br /><br />This evening, we are heading to the Trapshooting Awards Banquet, Cody is up for a couple of awards, and I believe Papa John is also. . . going to be a nice evening; finished the salad and everyone ready to go, except Cody, who hasn't arrived home yet to shower - grin!! <br /><br />Just wanted to share all the happenings here in our home, and wish you all a very Happy Easter,<br /><br />JudiJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-27066558257512774322010-03-27T23:52:00.000-07:002010-03-27T23:58:01.822-07:00I am such a slackerWow, at the beginning of the year, I was hoping to do this on a daily basis - started out semi-well, and dropped down drastically! Although since February 27 I have made cards and actually mailed them out, painted our spare bedroom/exercise room (and I love the chocolate color!) have almost finished my taxes (lost my state tax forms-ugh!) scrapbooked -woo hoo, and been working my way through spring cleaning. Still have lost no weight, which I am semi-depressed about, just can't seem to get the mind set that I had last year, gained back every pound. UGH!!<br />My hair has grown out quite a bit, and I am loving that, getting a trim and color on the 7th - can't believe how gray I am. When did I get older??<br /><br />Work is still work - some days I like it, most days I don't . . .I hate the backbiting and the b.s. and I am verbal enough to say it, and get a bit snappy about it. I just hate working under those kinds of conditions. <br /><br />Gonna head to bed, just got home from work and have to head to Lewiston early tomorrow and pick my daughter up from the airport . . . have a surprise for you all, but you have to wait a little bit longer.<br /><br />Love!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-8608296310143710672010-02-27T21:47:00.001-08:002010-02-27T21:54:58.503-08:00Last Day of February 2010Can you believe that 2 months of the New Year are already over and gone! When Looking at my accomplishments for the past two months, I have lost zero pounds! UGH I have been so tired that I have been sleeping anywhere from 10 to 13 hours a day - I honestly don't know why, just know that I have been exhausted! The hospital I work for is opening a clinic here in my hometown and I am so praying to get a job there - 8 to 5 would be so perfect for myself and my family; we need this desperately! I am starting classes again, Medical Terminology (which I have had before and with being in the health field for the past 5 years I am very comfortable taking), and Anatomy (which I am not so comfortable with - I do know that this class will be a struggle for me, but I am wanting to take this class anyway.) Next year, I am hoping to take the Medical Billing class - I very much enjoy the medical field, so know that these will be bonus classes for me.<br /><br />Cody has been taking Driver Education classes for the past month and a half, and has another month to go. John and I are confident with his driving skills as we have been working with him the past couple of years - knowing how well he has been doing, and his desire for a vehicle and knowing that he is wanting to hold down a full-time job this summer we purchased him a pick up truck yesterday - a 1995 American Red Ford XLT - 151,000 miles and in very good condition and shape . . . he is incredibly excited! He can't drive it for awhile, has to finish his class first, and then do his driving time with mom and dad before he can legally drive. He also has to sign a contract with us to pay for his vehicle and to keep his grades at B's and above. Nothing like a little incentive to keep a child interested in what he should be doing. . . LOL!<br /><br />I still haven't been crafting, can't remember the last time I made a card . . . however, I have to make one tomorrow as I signed up for a February mingle and have to get my card in the mail to my partner . . . I am, as usual, late.<br /><br />Beyond that, all is going well. Keep in touch if anyone is actually reading this.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-22609843281379372942010-02-13T19:57:00.000-08:002010-02-13T20:08:38.912-08:00Hi thereHopefully this will not be my only blog post for February, I could have sworn that I posted on the first of this month, but I guess not.<br /><br />Things are about the same - I spend far too much time on the computer and not enough time doing anything else.<br /><br /><br /><br />I am loving my Scott Kelby Digital Photography books though! Not any better at the photography, but certainly hope to be soon. John and I drove to Lewiston today and looked at wood flooring and Travertine tile. I keep thinking that I want the hard wood floors and then I think I want tile - any of you willing to give me any advice? I was supposed to go to Boise today for a day trip, but my weekends off with my family are so rare that I convinced John to spend the day with me (Cody went snowboarding with his friends, is now at the basketball tournament (which we are listening to on the radio) and we won (WOO HOO) and then he is off to the school dance. This boy is so different than John and I that it is totally funny and hard to adjust to sometimes. How can 2 loners and homebodies turn out such social butterflies!<br /><br /><br /><br />Tuesday I will drive to Boise with my friend Phyllis and hit Hobby Lobby, I need picture frames (desperately) some lamps and some surprise party goodies, I still don't have the menu down but will by the time Friday gets here.<br /><br /><br /><br />I still haven't been crafting as much as I would like, mainly because I spend so much time on the computer . . . I have got to learn to draaaaaaaaaaaaaaaagggggggggggggggggggggg myself away from it - it is a horribly addictive machine for me!<br /><br /><br /><br />Just had 100 some prints developed through ArtsCow and then wasted another 2 1/2 hours tonight downloading 237 more, however, it kept popping duplicates in there which really peeved me, so I just got frustrated and cleared my cart - damn it what a waste of 2 1/2 hours! Thinking I should put the computer up and go watch a movie with the hubby, we're never home alone and me thinks we should be taking advantage of it! Then perhaps I'll head back in here (my craft room) and get a page or two done - Plus I have 3 cards I MUST get finished! Actually more than that I still haven't reciprocated for the Christmas cards I received, and I know I must! What is wrong with my mojo, have I completely lost it! PLEASE HELP ME FIND IT!<br /><br /><br /><br />Lovin you all!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8379219096279212700.post-369142409831899542010-01-31T15:18:00.000-08:002010-01-31T15:23:33.211-08:00Slow going. . .of learning how to do this on a daily basis! Not to say I'm not on my computer on just about a daily basis, but once I get into reading my emails, looking at everyone's shares, looking at everyone's blogs, and now 1 hour has turned into five, I haven't made the time to write on mine. I have got to figure out how to make myself walk away from this darn computer when I am home, and craft and do things that I like to do. . . I have ZERO self-control! <br /><br />In two weeks, I haven't scrapped another page, I have looked a number of times at the ones I did complete and am trying to figure out how I really want to organize them in albums - by year, by individual, my holiday . . .any tips - - they'll be greatly accepted! <br /><br />My hubby turns 50 in a couple of weeks, and I am trying to plan a surprise party for him - trying to figure out the decor, get it ordered and make sure it is here in time. . . yada yada yada. Any tips on these ladies (and gents), I can use all the good advice that I can get.<br /><br />I am now going to put my computer up on the shelf - force myself to stay away from it for a couple of hours and get a few cards made; I'm also going to try to get 2 - 2 page layouts done - I have a TON (literally) of pictures that I need to scrapbook, it's truly insane! <br /><br />Hope you all a having a productive Sunday . . .Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05979929655230754527noreply@blogger.com0