Who's Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?

Karaoke.  For some, the word makes them cringe.  For others, it makes them smile.  I actually admire those people that can get up there and make a fool out of themselves and not care one bit.  Even more, I admire those folks that can get up there and really belt it out -- and sound good.  For me, I love to karaoke... in the privacy of my own home.  I have spent hours in front of my video on demand screen singing song after song.  I realize this probably makes me sound like a dork, but hey, the truth is the truth!!  I've also sang while cleaning the house.  The only trouble is after one song is done, you have to choose your next song.  But, it provides a nice break during the cleaning.
Anyway, the whole point of this is to say...  The other day Travis and I went to a relative's 57th Wedding Anniversary.  Wow!!  What a feat!!!  I was amazed already, but when I arrived at this shindig -- these folks really knew how to party.  The couple being celebrated were 73 and 75 years old.  And, they both cut a rug all night long.  The lady, especially, danced to nearly every single song.  I was out of breath after just one!!  In fact, she dragged Travis out on the floor for two songs.  Travy is not much of a dancer, and you could tell he was un-com-fort-a-ble.  However, after all of the dancing festivities were through, they dragged out the ole' karaoke machine to sing a few...  I am sure you can see where this is going.  One of the ladies dragged me to front of the room to sing - you guessed it - Shania Twain's "Who's Bed Have Your Boots Been Under."  Verdict: Not half bad.  I might do it again sometime.  But, I much prefer my living room where I can belt it out without even having to think twice. 

Life List...

It only took me a few weeks to finally settle on this Life List -- things to do in my lifetime...  Did I ever tell you I was a little indecisive?  It is a little small, so just click on it to see full-size...  Anyway, here it is, finally...

The Countdown Begins

So, midway through developing my Life List (which will be up soon enough), I realized I really wanted to go on vacation soon.  The last one was a very impromptu trip to St. Simon's Island.  Now, don't get me wrong, it was tons of fun.  Beautiful.  Enjoyable.  Overall, just lovely.  But...  It only lasted three days.  I have included several pics here from that trip.

 I digress.  Part way through creating that Life List -- I realized it was once again time for a vacation.  A wonderful, relaxing, unforgettable vacation.  And, since Travis and I are beach people, we chose a beach destination -- Turks and Caicos.  Ohhh, I am soooo excited.  We have booked the plane tickets and the resort.  No turning back now.

I would be lying if I said that I didn't have a little bit of buyer's remorse.  And, I would be lying if I said "little."  Ok, I have a lot of buyer's remorse.  But, at the same time, I am really excited.  Yeah!  Of course, I have no photos of Turks and Caicos.  But, I will -- come June 18th.  So, I've included a beautiful picture per the internet (Thanks Google!)... 

Could it possibly be this beautiful?!?!?!  I hope so.

I am so excited!  *squeals*

Life List In Progress

I have been inspired by some fellow bloggers...  I have decided to create a "Life List" -- things I must do during my life time.  I feel like this is especially important for me because I tend to get caught up in every day "stuff" and forget the big picture.  This world and this life is so boundless, yet I often feel like it's tough to get from day to day.  I think reading this list will remind me of the big picture.  I hope that it will remind of all wonderful things that God has in store for me.  Things he wants me to do.  Places he wants me to see.  Love the beauty that He has given us.  And, just enjoy my life. 

As I mentioned earlier, I was inspired by the girls at www.bouched.com Definitely check out the Life List for these two girls - whom I stole the idea from...  But, also take a look at their inspiration...  http://mightygirl.com/mighty-life-list

Ok, well, hopefully in a few days, I will have a "Life List" here for all to read...  Wish me luck!!

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Daddy's Girl...

     Some days I miss my dad so bad that it hurts... It has been tough these past few days.  Been thinking of him a lot.  But, I have been left with sooo many wonderful memories and blessings from him.  One of those blessings was the on the day I got married - the happiest day of my life so far.  And, my father was such an integral role in that day and making it happen.  He amazed me so much on that day -- his strength, his calm and his love...

Even now, it is so hard to look at these pictures and think, "Is he really gone?  That can't be true."  But, it is.  It just seems unfathomable that you could lose someone you love that much.  I know that I may have just had him for 30 years, but every moment was so very blessed.  I received more love in my thirty years than some people get to experience in their whole lives...  And, I am so happy for that.  He truly was the best daddy any girl could have...

I love you and miss you so much.

Here I Go Again...

Here I go again...  Talking about my pets...  But, as I mentioned a week or so ago, they really do bring me some small amount of joy in this world.  And, I have got more pictures, but first a little background...  A few weeks ago, when we cleaned out Travis truck, a little argument ensued.  I found a nasty green plastic cup in his backseat of his truck.  It obviously needed a good scrubbing and a go-round in the dishwasher.  But, Travis said - no, that's Jack's cup, he needs it to drink his water.  Ok, I understand, but it also needs to be cleaned once a millenium...  Back and forth, back and forth we went.  But, as usual, I prevailed.  The cup went inside to wait for its turn in the dishwasher. Well, I knew it would happen, but that cup stayed in the house for at least week because I forgot to take it back out to Travis' truck.  And, of course, he couldn't remember to take it with him in the morning.  So, Travis sent me the following "pictorial" and captions about one very sad, very forlorn little pup...  Enjoy!  (Sorry for picture quality, most of these are taken with our phones...)

have you seen my cup?  it's short and green a little durty, but it's mine...  i don't have much in this world so if you see it please bring it back - i'm offering a five dog biscuit reward found full or empty.

my daddy found this coffee cup in a dumpster... it'll do until I can find mine...

tired of searching look more tommorrow if I have the energy...

Have you ever seen anything sadder than a pup who has lost his only worldly possession?  Thanks, Trav.  Way to make mommy feel guilty...  Needless to say, he does have his cup back now.

Why I Love My Pets...

So, pets are a huge hassle sometimes...  They will get under your feet when you come home from a long day at work.  They will meow repetitively at 6 o'clock in the morning until you get up and feed them.  They will cry like you've beat them when you try to scoot them (ever so gently) out of YOUR spot on the couch.  But...  Along with that they bring a lot of joy.  I often talk about my pets, as though they are my children.  (Of course, this probably makes some people want to puke.)  But, pets, like children, have one thing in common -- they inject little bits of joy into each day...  And, innocently enjoy all that the world offers them.  Below are some pics of one such moment...  Enjoy!!