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Ups and Downs

Strange how life can give so many ups and downs so quickly, and with such deep emotions on either side.

I'm choosing to be thankful for what I've done, what I'm doing, and what I will do...

Choosing to trust the reasoning behind any and everything that I'm given and any and everything that's taken away.

Life is a gift... I will anxiously await with HOPE and ANTICIPATION.

No words. Just. So. Funny.

Oh man... I can't believe I haven't posted in a month. I'm ALWAYS ontop of this blog .

We have not been "out" of dog food for almost a week, and therefor just feeding them wet food, rice, chicken pieces, etc.

Finally, I did not track down a black with pink lettering North Face at 4 different Dick's... I also do not giggle like a child every time I walk into Dick's. I also did not giggle at that previous sentance. I'm totally mature.

What did YOU "not" do this week?

Not Me Monday is Back...

Ever feel like you just spent more time looking at and thinking about how to clean and organize your office/laundry/mail/dog/etc. than it would have taken to actually just DO it? Then join me in revealing your beautifully perfect imperfections.

I did not squeal with delight this past week when I realized Monopoly was back at McDonald's... I'm constantly eating healthy and have been limiting my fast-food budget.

Additionally, I did not eat 8... umm, 10... ok, 12 Rolo's in bed after I had brushed my teeth, and then let Titan munch on one of the wrappers. Besides bad oral hygiene, foil is bad for dogs and I just wouldn't go there.

I also did not, while teaching some of my dancers a great stretch for their hip flexibility, say, "This will be useful for all stages of life," under my breath. I then did not check to see if they had actually heard me, and upon realizing they had not, start laughing hysterically to myself. Poor judgement and bad humor is not funny. I am totally appropriate. Always.

Want to join in? Share your, "Not Me's!!" in my comment section or do one on your own blog page!

It feels so good to be honest now doesn't it?! :)

Happy Birthday to the Man I Love... and such

Ok, so it's two days late... but we've been celebrating the past few nights :)

October 6th is a beautiful day in my world... it marks the day when, in 1983, the most amazing man came into this world and from there forward, I (well, since about 2000) get to celebrate his awesomeness.

So to my handsome husband who is an amazing friend, wonderful doggie Daddy, partner in crime and the absolute love of my life-

Happy Birthday Ben!!!

In other news, the new gutters are up and look AWESOME (new levels of cool have been achieved on our part :)

Ben's been loving his his job at Apple (visit him! It's the store in Naperville). It's been such a blessing to see him in a job he's not only awesome at but also loves with a company he's truly passionate about.

I'm still loving my busy but full schedule- High School Musical opens the end of the month and runs until November 9th- click on the link for tickets!!! I'm the "Directoreographer" (Assistant Director/Choreographer) for this one and Athena will be making her official debut as Sharpay's puppy... she has half a dozen outfits, a glittery leash, and her very own picture and bio in the program!!! It will be exciting on so many levels!!!

Fall is in the air... this is my favorite time of year... love!!!

Home Ownership at its Finest!!!

We're finally getting new gutters on the house today after wanting to do it since last Fall...

Is it weird that I'm giddy about it? That, even thought it's not a "remodel" or vacation or something I'd usually be ecstatic to spend mucho $$ on, I feel like having a House-Warming party for the new gutters?

That I want to create "Meet Our New Arrival!" announcements?

It may be time for us to have kids...

In other news, my bestest Liz and hubby Nathan and my pseudo-nephew and niece are flying in from Cali TONIGHT. I can hardly contain myself.

Joy joy joy joy joy.