It happend again. I was finished on the computer for the night, turned it off, started walking upstairs and realized - I forgot to do my Blog tonight. Day 50 yet! This should be some type of "Golden" celebration. It's bed time so I shouldn't have cake; it's bed time so I shouldn't drink! It's bed time - I should just go to bed.
A little bit accomplished today. Ran down to Country 105 and picked up my winnings from the other morning. I had my first experience using the parking meters where you can call in with your phone. Note to self - need to remember license plate number. It will save alot of walking back and forth.
After that, I popped in to see my mother-in-law. I thought she looked good today. She seemed a little tired, but her and Dad were watching Chinese movies or soap operas. They were a little violent for my liking. Mom got tired and wanted to go back to bed. She seems weak and her legs gave out on her. Dad helped lift her into bed. He is so gentle with her!!!!! Mom dozed off and I headed out. Had a coffee date with a girlfriend whom I used to work with at Royal Trust. That was over 20 years ago. We've kept in touch sporadically. After she left royal trust to have her two girls, we went out for a visit to their property out north of Cochrane. The daughter was probably 5 or 6 or 7 and the son 2 to 4. Fast forward 11 years later. I decided one New Years that I was going to try and get in touch with some friends that I had lost contact with. One of them was this friend, Laurel. We met for supper in Cochrane, just the two of us. Some time later we discover each other again at soccer games. Her two girls played and in fact the youngest was at Banff camp with my son. How amazing that circle of life goes around!!!!!! The kids are older now and they have formed their own friendship - I just think that is so cool.
The rest of the day was just pretty much house stuff, computer stuff and I even snuck in that 60 minute nap.
BODY: The pedometer is over 10,000 steps. Been practising the new line dance.
MIND: Quote ....."Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave and impossible to forget." Thanks Laurel for coming back into my life!
Now I'm turning off the computer and going to bed
Night
Stacey
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Day 49 -316 Days to Go
I was very to close to forgetting to write my blog this evening. My mind was pre-occupied for most of the evening.
Well it's happened. The son found out he did not make the Tier I team. Disappointment doesn't seem strong enough of a word, but devastated seems too strong. So somewhere in between seems to be how he is feeling. My first reaction on hearing the news was silimar to his, only I let my tears flow. My gosh he gave it his best shot. I am so very proud of him, but those words are not comforting to him right now. In fact my company, or anybody's at this point in time, is not how he wishes to deal with this. This is when being a mom of a teenager is difficult. I know I can't fix it, (even the DQ blizzard I bought, and the case of rootbeer Dad bought, brought very little joy.) As young as the son is at 16, he has many wise ways about him. He's not vengeful of those who did make the team. In fact, he was the first to say, there were a lot of good players trying out and a lot of good players had great try outs. Much more mature than I was at that age! No spitefullness (if that's a word) what-so-ever! Did I mention how proud I am of him (Dad is too, but this isn't his blog, so.....) Hopefully over the next few days, he will come to realize everything happens for a reason, and maybe he will have an aww haa moment where it will all make sense. My suggestion to him was to go shopping, cause I know that always lifts my spirits. Well not so much as the shopping as actually buying something. Maybe we need a trip to KICKS!
In changing the mood a litte, I had my second night of line dancing lessons. We are on dance number 3 - sorta. I swear there must be about 25 - 30 ladies in this class, and a good number of them did not do their homework (learn the dances) Either that or they really don't have any co-ordination! I wore the correct footwear tonight, my cowboy boots. What a difference that made. My ankles didn't feel like they were breaking when we did some of those fancy turns.
So if you see me with my IPod shuffle and I'm walking/moving with some fancy foot work, that would be me doing my HOMEWORK!!!!!
BODY: Line dancing - I got over 10,000 steps in again, but I think I might have had more. Unfortunately my pedometer was tucked inside my boots and it might not have reacted to all the moves I was making. On the otherhand, it was a slower night with all the watching and listening to Joe having to repeat himself.!!!!!!
MIND: Henry Ward Beecher quote - "One's best success comes after their greatest disappiontments." I will show the son this quote when his wounds have healed a little bit. Below is a website that shows who Henry Ward Beecher was. I found some of the history about the Chinese immigrants quite interesting.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Ward_Beecher
Good night to all
and special blessing for having a great family and good friends.
Night
Stacey
Well it's happened. The son found out he did not make the Tier I team. Disappointment doesn't seem strong enough of a word, but devastated seems too strong. So somewhere in between seems to be how he is feeling. My first reaction on hearing the news was silimar to his, only I let my tears flow. My gosh he gave it his best shot. I am so very proud of him, but those words are not comforting to him right now. In fact my company, or anybody's at this point in time, is not how he wishes to deal with this. This is when being a mom of a teenager is difficult. I know I can't fix it, (even the DQ blizzard I bought, and the case of rootbeer Dad bought, brought very little joy.) As young as the son is at 16, he has many wise ways about him. He's not vengeful of those who did make the team. In fact, he was the first to say, there were a lot of good players trying out and a lot of good players had great try outs. Much more mature than I was at that age! No spitefullness (if that's a word) what-so-ever! Did I mention how proud I am of him (Dad is too, but this isn't his blog, so.....) Hopefully over the next few days, he will come to realize everything happens for a reason, and maybe he will have an aww haa moment where it will all make sense. My suggestion to him was to go shopping, cause I know that always lifts my spirits. Well not so much as the shopping as actually buying something. Maybe we need a trip to KICKS!
In changing the mood a litte, I had my second night of line dancing lessons. We are on dance number 3 - sorta. I swear there must be about 25 - 30 ladies in this class, and a good number of them did not do their homework (learn the dances) Either that or they really don't have any co-ordination! I wore the correct footwear tonight, my cowboy boots. What a difference that made. My ankles didn't feel like they were breaking when we did some of those fancy turns.
So if you see me with my IPod shuffle and I'm walking/moving with some fancy foot work, that would be me doing my HOMEWORK!!!!!
BODY: Line dancing - I got over 10,000 steps in again, but I think I might have had more. Unfortunately my pedometer was tucked inside my boots and it might not have reacted to all the moves I was making. On the otherhand, it was a slower night with all the watching and listening to Joe having to repeat himself.!!!!!!
MIND: Henry Ward Beecher quote - "One's best success comes after their greatest disappiontments." I will show the son this quote when his wounds have healed a little bit. Below is a website that shows who Henry Ward Beecher was. I found some of the history about the Chinese immigrants quite interesting.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Ward_Beecher
Good night to all
and special blessing for having a great family and good friends.
Night
Stacey
Monday, September 28, 2009
Day 48 - 317 Days to Go
I love contests. I especially love winning contests. Maybe that will be my new job! Just entering contests to see what I can win. As you've probably guessed, I won something today. That's right. I'm back. Today it was the radio station Country 105. I woke up around 6:30 am, turned on the radio, and heard the rooster crow (if that's what roosters do)The phone was already on the bed, I dialed the number, cause that is one number I have memorized 403-508-9000. (my sister's work number is very similar so sometimes I get the two mixed-up, but not this morning) It started to ring and at first I thought I dialed my sister's work number. But I just stayed on the line, cause I was too lazy to redial. Low and behold Robin from Country 105 (as opposed to Robin, my sister)answered. In my most perky voice (remember it's 6:35ish) said good morning. Well I was still in a little shock that I got through so when the bantering back and forth started, I may have said to much information (the son heard me talking about him on the radio). But it was worth it. What did I win, you're asking? A trip to Italy - NOT. It was tickets to the Cdn Rodeo Tour Championships this weekend which included a concert by Lonestar. So if you're not into country music, you won't really be impressed. I also won ticekts to Jubilations Dinner Theatre. I had a great start to my day, and it just got better.
Had lunch with a good friend today. We went to Milestones in MarketMall. That is the first time I had been there (in Market Mall) It was very good. Our waiter earned his tip and more.
After a quick trip home to clean, I was off to pick up the son and head to soccer training. I think I might have found my new job (ok it's only volunteering, but it looks like a lot of fun) The soccer group runs camps for little kids. They basically are learning to be away from their parents and kick a ball. I had a smile on my face the entire time. Hmmmm will really need to think this one through.
Dropped the son off at the dentist afterwards, ran into Superstore and picked up a few groceries .... and arrived home finally around 8:15ish. No wonder I'm tired tonight.
BODY: Got over 10,000 steps in tonight. Probably from walking around the soccer dome, watching the kids. (that and superstore)Also enjoyed a nice cup of tea at lunch. This was in place of my usual diet coke!!!!!!
MIND:Just watching the little ones today made me realize I still want to work with kids. I've put that out there, lets see what comes back to greet me!!!!
With regards to the radio contest, I had decided this morning, that I needed to start listening to the radio in the morning if I was ever going to get a chance to win something. Put it in the universe and it came back!!!!
Off to bed, with many blessings
Night
Stacey
Had lunch with a good friend today. We went to Milestones in MarketMall. That is the first time I had been there (in Market Mall) It was very good. Our waiter earned his tip and more.
After a quick trip home to clean, I was off to pick up the son and head to soccer training. I think I might have found my new job (ok it's only volunteering, but it looks like a lot of fun) The soccer group runs camps for little kids. They basically are learning to be away from their parents and kick a ball. I had a smile on my face the entire time. Hmmmm will really need to think this one through.
Dropped the son off at the dentist afterwards, ran into Superstore and picked up a few groceries .... and arrived home finally around 8:15ish. No wonder I'm tired tonight.
BODY: Got over 10,000 steps in tonight. Probably from walking around the soccer dome, watching the kids. (that and superstore)Also enjoyed a nice cup of tea at lunch. This was in place of my usual diet coke!!!!!!
MIND:Just watching the little ones today made me realize I still want to work with kids. I've put that out there, lets see what comes back to greet me!!!!
With regards to the radio contest, I had decided this morning, that I needed to start listening to the radio in the morning if I was ever going to get a chance to win something. Put it in the universe and it came back!!!!
Off to bed, with many blessings
Night
Stacey
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Day 47 - 318 Days to Go
The end to a very fast weekend! Did not accomplish alot today. The morning started out the same as Saturday - soccer game in the south at 10:00. Of course we had to leave the house by 8:30 so was up early again. The team had a great showing today. Out of the three games they have played, this was probably the best as a team, and I thought the son played well today as well. But instead of heading home afterwards, the son and his friend Mike, wanted to stay and watch more soccer. Let me rephrase that, they wanted to stay and watch the girls play soccer. I on the other had was in need of a nap, so had a short one in the car while the "Threat" played. I woke up just as the final whistled blew. Quickly I composed myself, got my bearings and was ready to go. Waiting, waiting, waiting....no son, no Mike. They must have gone over to congratulate the girls. Still waiting...no son, no Mike. I decided to go and drag them back to the car. They were already on the other side of the field and it was a good 15/20 mintues before they made their way back to the car!!!!!! I really think the son should go out for Halloween this year. Maybe wear a white sheet, with little baby yellow Easter Chicks attached all over it.. He could go as a chick magnet!!!!!!
Did we head home. No, the boys were hungry and in fairness to them, I was too. We made a pit stop at the Earls and then headed out on the Deerfoot to take Mike home. Both the son and I needed a nap by the time we got home, and that was around 3:30ish. Hopefully I can accomplish a lot more tomorrow!
BODY: My body needed the sleep today, and I obliged by having my nap in the car. I also treated myself (and Bill) to a nice hot cup of tea tonight. For some reason, I just felt the urge for that calmness! I really need to do that more often. Pedometer read over 6000 steps - I plan on doing better tomorrow.
MIND: My mind got the same type of rest that my body did today! Other thank contemplating the options of indoor soccer season, my mind was pretty much in relax mode. I am trying to keep a positive outlook on any soccer outcomes, and hopefully I can pass those on to the son when all has been decided.
The tea has relaxed me and I am ready for more sleep.
Good night
Stacey
Did we head home. No, the boys were hungry and in fairness to them, I was too. We made a pit stop at the Earls and then headed out on the Deerfoot to take Mike home. Both the son and I needed a nap by the time we got home, and that was around 3:30ish. Hopefully I can accomplish a lot more tomorrow!
BODY: My body needed the sleep today, and I obliged by having my nap in the car. I also treated myself (and Bill) to a nice hot cup of tea tonight. For some reason, I just felt the urge for that calmness! I really need to do that more often. Pedometer read over 6000 steps - I plan on doing better tomorrow.
MIND: My mind got the same type of rest that my body did today! Other thank contemplating the options of indoor soccer season, my mind was pretty much in relax mode. I am trying to keep a positive outlook on any soccer outcomes, and hopefully I can pass those on to the son when all has been decided.
The tea has relaxed me and I am ready for more sleep.
Good night
Stacey
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Day 46 - 319 Days to Go
Today wasn't a high energy day for me; in mind or body. I have memorized my two lines dances so well, I can do them in my sleep - and certainly without music. The skill will be to remember the name attached to each!
The day started with an early morning and a soccer game. I'm not sure I can find one exit out of the Hamptons and NW calgary without running into construction. And just when you think you've found the route, low and behold there is construction. This city is going to look amazing when it is finally finished!!!
Back to soccer; the Blizzard team won with a score of 1 to 0. There are still 20-22 players on the team and I believe they are cutting it down to 16. There are going to be some very disappointed boys and probably some angry parents. I will just be glad when the tryouts are over and we can start scheduling our life.
BODY: I could have gotten my 10,000 steps today, but I chose to work on Christmas presents on the computer and with that, my butt muscles were put to the test (or rest) instead. I did manage to get in over 6000 steps though.
MIND: "Focus on being grateful for what you have already - enjoy it, then release into the universe - the universe will manifest it." This is from the secret, and I am grateful that the son is getting a chance to try out for a Tier I soccer team!!!! Just putting it out there in the universe!!!!!
I'm tired and it's late.
Night
Stacey
The day started with an early morning and a soccer game. I'm not sure I can find one exit out of the Hamptons and NW calgary without running into construction. And just when you think you've found the route, low and behold there is construction. This city is going to look amazing when it is finally finished!!!
Back to soccer; the Blizzard team won with a score of 1 to 0. There are still 20-22 players on the team and I believe they are cutting it down to 16. There are going to be some very disappointed boys and probably some angry parents. I will just be glad when the tryouts are over and we can start scheduling our life.
BODY: I could have gotten my 10,000 steps today, but I chose to work on Christmas presents on the computer and with that, my butt muscles were put to the test (or rest) instead. I did manage to get in over 6000 steps though.
MIND: "Focus on being grateful for what you have already - enjoy it, then release into the universe - the universe will manifest it." This is from the secret, and I am grateful that the son is getting a chance to try out for a Tier I soccer team!!!! Just putting it out there in the universe!!!!!
I'm tired and it's late.
Night
Stacey
Friday, September 25, 2009
Day 45 - 320 Days to Go
Todays topic. Paranoia - and believe it or not, it's not mine. I admit, in my more youthful days I was probably one of the biggest paranoids out there. I think that comes with low self esteem, or lack of confidence in one's self image. Mine could have been a little of both. I know I was always wondering what people would be thinking of me if I did do something, or didn't do something. Although I don't think that is necessarily a bad thing, but the actually caring what people think is where the paranoia can be destructive. Why this topic today? Well without going into too much detail (to avoid outing anyone in particular - and no Shaunan, I'm not talking about you this time!!!!!!!)I received some correspondence today that made me realize that recent decisions I have made were definetly (not probably) the right decisions. I guess that is why hind sight always opens your eyes.
Had a nice dinner date a friend and my sister. We tried Ric's Grill. It was pretty good. It was nice to Grace again. We always talk about getting together and it goes by the way side. Finally we set a date, and made it happen. Received some beautiful jewellery from my sister for my birthday. Hopefully Grace and I convinced her that she should be making and selling her works. They are beautiful - the waiter even said he'd pay good money for the earrings and ring!!!!!!
BODY: 8000 steps today. Not a great result considering the wonderful food I had at supper (and cheesecake) But I did do something else for my body today. I gave myself a facial. It felt great and refreshing.
MIND: Susna Sontag quote...."I envy paranoids; they actually feel people are paying attention to them. Below is a website that gives you a little insight as to who Susan Sontag was.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Sontag
This just seemed appropriate as I spent some time reviewing events of the morning!!!
I'm tired and full so I think it's bed time for me.
Night
Stacey
Had a nice dinner date a friend and my sister. We tried Ric's Grill. It was pretty good. It was nice to Grace again. We always talk about getting together and it goes by the way side. Finally we set a date, and made it happen. Received some beautiful jewellery from my sister for my birthday. Hopefully Grace and I convinced her that she should be making and selling her works. They are beautiful - the waiter even said he'd pay good money for the earrings and ring!!!!!!
BODY: 8000 steps today. Not a great result considering the wonderful food I had at supper (and cheesecake) But I did do something else for my body today. I gave myself a facial. It felt great and refreshing.
MIND: Susna Sontag quote...."I envy paranoids; they actually feel people are paying attention to them. Below is a website that gives you a little insight as to who Susan Sontag was.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Susan_Sontag
This just seemed appropriate as I spent some time reviewing events of the morning!!!
I'm tired and full so I think it's bed time for me.
Night
Stacey
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Day 44 - 321 Days to Go
Not a very exciting day for a Thursday. The furnace room is not quite done. Right now it looks a little bit like a disaster zone. Boxes everywhere. I did get two bags of clothes taken to the charity bins. Spent the evening running a few errands and then socializing at the soccer dome. That's my sport for the winter. The son plays indoor soccer; I socialize. Was hoping to see my friend Shaunan, but with two boys the same age, she has a hard time splitting herself in two. Hopefully we'll catch up soon. The tryouts are a time to see familiar faces; catch up with old friends; and be thankful that the son still has a passion for soccer to fill up some of his free time (and mine)!
BODY: Over the 10,000 steps again tonight. This line dancing is keeping me fit. I think I am going to have to do some exercises for my ankles though. Some of these little moves are using muscles I didn't know I had!!!
MIND: Lousie Hay... "The past is over and done and cannot be changed. This is the only moment we can experience." I hope all the U18 boys (and girls) who were at try-outs tonight could live with this motto.
Many thankful fors... when I go to sleep tonight
Night
Stacey
BODY: Over the 10,000 steps again tonight. This line dancing is keeping me fit. I think I am going to have to do some exercises for my ankles though. Some of these little moves are using muscles I didn't know I had!!!
MIND: Lousie Hay... "The past is over and done and cannot be changed. This is the only moment we can experience." I hope all the U18 boys (and girls) who were at try-outs tonight could live with this motto.
Many thankful fors... when I go to sleep tonight
Night
Stacey
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