tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-57385944224823907862024-02-07T04:35:44.148-06:00MY Kids on the BlockMY kids on the block consists of one husband, one daughter, four sons, five dogs, 3/4 cat, two birds, a fish, and me. The Zookeeper.Mistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.comBlogger63125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-5201128928501738432011-07-10T02:33:00.001-05:002011-07-10T02:33:19.406-05:00Blogger: MY Kids on the Block - Create Post<p> </p> <p><a href="http://www.blogger.com/post-create.g?blogID=5738594422482390786">Blogger: MY Kids on the Block - Create Post</a></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Watching a little "Hoarders" on A&E.  I'm so happy I'm not a hoarder.  Kent thinks I 'collect' a little too much - ummm.....NO I DO NOT.  Thankyouverymuch!</font></p> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">So, I'm horrible at coming up with Blog topics, and the only people who really 'follow' my blog would be bored if I just stole THEIR ideas.  SO - I'm back to the questions I started a few weeks ago.  Now, for numbers 21-30.  <br /></font></p> <p><b><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS"></font></b></p> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>1. </b><b>Would you rather be a worried genius or a joyful simpleton?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Well, as it stands, I’m pretty much a ‘worried genius’ and that isn’t working for me.  I hate worrying – so being blissfully stupid appeals to me right now!</font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>2. </b><b>Why are you, you?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">I really think that the person you become in life, is a direct result of every person you have known, and every experience you have lived.  I’ve been rejected by many people close to me, so I seek a lot of approval and love from people.  At the same time, I make sure my kids know I love them EVERY day – every chance I get!</font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>3. </b><b>Have you been the kind of friend you want as a friend?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">I know that I have been a friend to every friend I’ve ever had.  I love completely, and trust fully – until you show me I can’t.  Sadly, some of my ‘friends’ have decided that my opinion doesn’t matter (especially if it’s opposite of theirs) and that I should drop everything in my life to make THEM a priority.  When I’m just an ‘option’ to them.  OH well….the friends I do have – the REAL friends – are worth WAY more than the pretend friends I used to have.</font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>4. </b><b>Which is worse, when a good friend moves away, or losing touch with a good friend who lives right near you?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">WHEN A GOOD FRIEND MOVES AWAY!!!  Seriously???  Belena moves, Laury moves, Ann moves…..I’m not making new friends EVER AGAIN!! </font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>5. </b><b>What are you most grateful for?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">My children.  With every fiber of my being, and every breath in my body.  </font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>6. </b><b>Would you rather lose all of your old memories, or never be able to make new ones?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Oh good Lord – let me lose the old ones – they are great and all, but maybe I’d be much happier if I didn’t have to think about the old ones and only be concerned with making NEW ones!?</font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>7. </b><b>Is is possible to know the truth without challenging it first?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Hhhmmm…..Sadly, I assume everything is the truth and all people are good.  But you know what they say about assuming!!  </font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>8. </b><b>Has your greatest fear ever come true?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><strong><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Almost.  When Rogan was born, we almost lost him.  I thank God every day he let him stay with us!</font></strong></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>9. </b><b>Do you remember that time 5 years ago when you were extremely upset? Does it really matter now?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">Well….which time?  HA!  Sometimes, when I’m upset about the SAME things I was upset about 5 years ago – it really does matter.  Then I realize, “Wait, I’m still here, doing what I’ve been doing.  Guess it’s NOT that important”.  </font></p> </blockquote> <p><font face="Comic Sans MS"><font size="3"><b>10. </b><b>What is your happiest childhood memory? What makes it so special?</b></font></font></p> <blockquote> <p><font size="3" face="Comic Sans MS">I have way too many to count.  Playing at Sara’s house, baking with my momma, reading with Oscar Allen Honey Cotton Pond, bottling wine with Dad, playing games at the Café, ANY time I spent at Granny’s farm, neighborhood games of hide-n-seek, the swimming pool, and a zillion others.  Why is it so special?  Well, because it made me who I am!!  </font></p></blockquote> Mistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-70343072686131288912011-06-17T01:20:00.000-05:002011-06-17T01:20:00.407-05:0010 more questions to make you think.A few more questions to make you think...<br />
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<b>11.You’re having lunch with three people you respect and admire. They all start criticizing a close friend of yours, not knowing she is your friend. The criticism is distasteful and unjustified. What do you do?</b><br />
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I've been in this situation - if it is a close friend of mine - everyone would already know it. If they talked like that anyway - I'd set 'em straight. I've done it before, and I'd do it again. Sadly, I've even put my friends before myself. <br />
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<b>12.If you could offer a newborn child only one piece of advice, what would it be?</b><br />
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Stay a baby - life is easier when someone else is cleanin' up your messes, and feeding you. HA!<br />
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<b> 13.Would you break the law to save a loved one?</b><br />
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Ummm.......no? Well, it depends on the loved one, and the law.<br />
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<b> 14.Have you ever seen insanity where you later saw creativity?</b><br />
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Only in the mirror. Kidding - I know a lot of artists that people think are insane, but rarely their true talent shines through. <br />
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<b> 15.What’s something you know you do differently than most people?</b><br />
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Vote. I vote for the party who really want to help people. Pretty sure Jesus did that. <br />
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<b> 16.How come the things that make you happy don’t make everyone happy?<br />
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Everyone has a different joy-meter. Something about that whole "Free-Will" thing. <br />
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<b>17.What one thing have you not done that you really want to do? What’s holding you back?</b><br />
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Go back to Greece. My husband. And my kids. HA!<br />
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<b> 18.Are you holding onto something you need to let go of?</b><br />
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I'm sure I'm holding onto a lot of 'somethings'. Although, I'm finding it easier and easier to let it go. <br />
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<b> 19.If you had to move to a state or country besides the one you currently live in, where would you move and why?</b><br />
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Greece - the beauty, the carefree lifestyle, the history. <br />
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<b> 20.Do you push the elevator button more than once? Do you really believe it makes the elevator faster?<br />
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I do not - only because I like to laugh at people who DO push it more. <br />
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Stay tuned for more - feel free to answer some yourself!Mistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-54325101421624080112011-06-12T03:35:00.000-05:002011-06-12T03:35:11.087-05:00I came across this AWESOME website this week, while ‘stumbleing’: http://www.marcandangel.com/2009/07/13/50-questions-that-will-free-your-mind/<br />
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I’m going to try my hand at answering some of these questions, and responding to different things that they’ve posted that really make me think. Let’s start with #1.<br />
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1. How old would you be if you didn’t know how old you are? <br />
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I really feel like I’m around 21….I am constantly dreaming about my life in college – back at Maryville. I was only 18 then, but when I was 21, I was WAY smarter, and would like the chance to re-live that part of my life. I know I durned sure don’t feel almost 36. <br />
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2. Which is worse, failing or never trying? <br />
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Failing really sucks. I don’t like to lose. But, I also don’t like to sit on the sidelines and wonder ‘what if’ either. :/ I guess I’ll stick with Failing sucks.<br />
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3.If life is so short, why do we do so many things we don’t like and like so many things we don’t do? <br />
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When you are faced with responsibilities i.e. kids, jobs, marriages, etc., we do things we HAVE to do. and sometimes they are things we don’t like. Truly lucky people find a job they love to do – so it isn’t like that. Many things that I myself like to do – I can’t do because I’m married with 4 children. I would love to travel the world, and dance in discos, and party all night with new friends. As a grown-up, that just isn’t possible anymore. As a 17 year old gorgeous young lady set loose in Greece – it was a DREAM world! <br />
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4.When it’s all said and done, will you have said more than you’ve done? <br />
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Okay, this is MISTY talking here – of course I will have said more than I’ve done! DUH! I’m a TALKER! But I do make sure the job is finished.<br />
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5.What is the one thing you’d most like to change about the world? <br />
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I would rather get rid of all religions, or magically make all religions conveniently combine perfectly. And all the nutcases were kicked out. Perhaps then, true happiness and calmness can happen across the globe!<br />
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6. If happiness was the national currency, what kind of work would make you rich? <br />
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Having babies (not really the delivery though – unless it was like Avery’s birth) and raising kids – I’d have a dozen or more if I could! If Happiness was the currency I could be paid that paid the bills – I would be in HEAVEN! I love my kids, and I love babies, and helping others with their babies! I would be Oprah level with my ‘pay’!! Top of the FORBES list, I’m sure! <br />
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7.Are you doing what you believe in, or are you settling for what you are doing? <br />
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Kent says that ‘overall’ I am doing what I believe in. And you wouldn’t settle for less than that”. I Feel like I settle for a lot of things that are out of my control. I’m going to school to learn the way to get the job I believe in, and am determined to get. But I’m afraid I’ll settle for the first one that is offered. I do know, with no question, that I will do my best at whatever it is. <br />
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8.If the average human life span was 40 years, how would you live your life differently? <br />
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Well, I would have started having kids sooner, and had a lot more!! And at age 36 – I would for have them set for their lives. Maybe.<br />
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9.To what degree have you actually controlled the course your life has taken? <br />
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I take responsibility for every course my life has taken. I came back from Maryville. I left Ryan for Kent. Kent and I worked together on school schedules and plans for the future…….Anything else – it’s all be on ME. I did it. <br />
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10. Are you more worried about doing things right, or doing the right things?<br />
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I always try my best to do the right things. In addition to that, any task I need to complete – I work hard to do it right.<br />
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This is the first 10 questions for the night…more to follow, I’m sure. The Ambien has kicked in, and I need to sleep. G’night all! And thanks to Sharon-Anne for my B&N Gift Certificate! <br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-28007790403881571512011-03-19T04:23:00.000-05:002011-03-19T04:23:54.515-05:00The list of lists.We should write a book of lists. Let's start with a list of lists.<br />
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1. Things that make people jealous.<br />
2. Reasons I think you're gay. Or not. You choose.<br />
3. Things that make your face turn red, and make you scream.<br />
4. Things that make you go hmmmm.....*giggle*<br />
5. Reasons I should. Or shouldn't. Again, you choose.<br />
6. Things that make me angry.<br />
7. Things that make YOU angy.<br />
8. Things that bring a true, genuine smile to your face.<br />
9. 10 things you can say that will hurt my feelings.<br />
10. 32 things that I love about you. <br />
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It's a start. Workin progress....if you will....<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-10620318288812333322011-03-13T15:24:00.000-05:002011-03-13T15:24:50.196-05:00My 'meme' Part TWO17. Who would you like to show up at your door to say they love you? Any member of NKOTB. Preferrably Danny or DONNIE. ;) Or Jensen Ackles. Brad Pitt. Nope - I'm pretty sure Donnie Wahlberg. That would be AWESOME.<br />
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18. Last furry thing you touched? Sassimo Princess - my shih tzu. <br />
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19. How many drugs have you done in the last three days? Ummm....a few? All prescribed though, so what fun is that?<br />
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20. Do you miss film or does digital work for you? I miss FILM!! I miss working in the dark room, and watching the pictures come to life!<br />
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21. Favorite age you have been so far? 19. Life was FUN then - with no responsibilities! ;)<br />
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22. Your worst enemy? I don't have enemies - plenty of people who should drop off the face of the earth and THAT would make my heart smile - but I wouldn't call them 'enemies'. <br />
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23. What is your current desktop picture? Jensen Ackles. On BOTH computers.<br />
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24. What was the last thing you said that was funny? Not really feeling funny today, but me and the boys were laughing a lot last night! :)<br />
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25. If you had to choose between a million bucks or to be able to fly what would it be? I would choose the ability to FLY - come ON! With that ability, I could make LOADS of money! ;)<br />
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26. Who can't you say “no” to? Rogan. THAT is hard. Come on, put yourself in MY shoes. He's my last baby, and he almost died at birth. I can't stand to make him frown. <br />
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27. The last song you bought or downloaded? The last Disc I bought was Lady Antebellum, and TRAIN before that. Individual song....umm...Actually, I think it was a Lady Antebellum song!<br />
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28. What time of day were you born? Around 9 in the morning. I think.<br />
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29. What’s your favorite number? Why? 13 - b/c everyone freaks out when I say that. HA! No, really - I've always just had good luck with that number. And 7. 7 is always lucky for me. That's my birthday number too. <br />
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30. Where did you live in 1987? At my mommy's house.<br />
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31. Are you jealous of anyone? Yes - the women with the men I mentioned on #1. <br />
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32. Is anyone jealous of you? Of COURSE! Who wouldn't be jealous of ME!? HA HA!<br />
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33. It's been almost a decade. Where were you when 9/11 happened? I was driving to my mom's house, talking on the phone with Rockin' Randall - trying to get him to put my daughter's birthday on the air for the birthday club. Then I was in my mom's kitchen when we saw the second plane hit. <br />
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To be continued....<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-85450423657275719542011-03-12T23:40:00.000-06:002011-03-12T23:40:01.601-06:00I have no idea what a 'meme' is......Except for being the name my nephews call ME! BUT, for some reason, these little question/answer/bulletin post/note thingys are called 'memes'. I stole this from Harmony - and she did it in three parts, so I will too. Today, part ONE. SO - here goes a 'meme'. From Aunt MeMe. <br />
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1. When you looked at yourself in the mirror today, what was the first thing you thought? Wow - I've got great hair today! And that make-up...girl - you're hot! *rolleyes*<br />
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2. How much cash do you have on you? Right now? Physically - no cash. I do have some in my purse though, but not a clue how much. A few dollars maybe?<br />
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3. What’s a word that rhymes with DOOR? SCORE!<br />
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4. Favorite planet? PLUTO - and YES, it IS a planet. And I'm fairly certain that it is the one Goofy and Pluto are from. <br />
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5. Who is the 4th person on your missed call list on your cell phone? Christine Collins - she's my 31 consultant, calling about my show. I'm having a 31 party in April. You HAVE to check out their stuff! I LOVE THEM! <br />
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6. What is your favorite ring tone on your phone? My NKOTB songs. Single, or Summertime. My default is currently set to "Black Betty" right now, b/c I love to sing that really loud....HA!<br />
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7. What shirt are you wearing? I'm in my nightgown, but I wore my Girls Softball shirt today - GO LADY BEARS! :)<br />
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8. Do you label yourself? NOPE - but then again, I've never sold myself, so there's not really a need.<br />
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9. Name the brand of the shoes you’re currently wearing? I'm not wearing any, I currently have Candice's magic slippers on! :)<br />
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10. Bright or Dark Room? DARK. With a fan.<br />
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11. What do you think about the person who took this survey before you? I think she's pretty cool. Come ON - she sells CHOCOLATE for a living. I could never do that - I'd be as fat as the world, b/c I'd eat the profits!<br />
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12. What does your watch look like? I have an Atlanta Braves watch, and a Smurfette watch. I never wear them. <br />
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13. What were you doing at midnight last night? I think I was watching a show, playing frontierville, waiting for Kent to get home.<br />
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14. What did your last text message you received on your cell say? "Dad said it was okay".<br />
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15. Where is your nearest 7-11? I don't have a clue - we don't have those anymore - they changed them all to "KUM & GO". Yeah - you read that right. KUM and GO. <br />
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16. What's a word that you say a lot? Seriously? Seriously. <br />
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More tomorrow! :)<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-46715270736602696522011-03-11T02:42:00.003-06:002011-03-11T02:56:17.931-06:00Proud momma....mostly.So the last week or so has been mixed emotions. My daughter got in trouble at school. The same day, my son got in trouble at school. The same day, my other son got a letter that he was getting tested for the gifted program at school. He has also been reading complete books to me - with no help. He's 6. <br />
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Story #1....<br />
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My daughter is at school, and a boy (I won't name names, as this is a completely public forum) was suspended from school for 'sexual harrassment'. I have no idea the details - don't care. My daughter and her friends are sitting in the hallway between classes, and this mother comes in the school screaming and cussing, and raising hell about her son being in trouble. She heads to his locker to get his things, and (they are sitting in front of his locker, evidently) she walks up and SCREAMS, "Get the F--- out of my way, NOW!" My daughter and her friends jump up and move. Friend says, "Wow! What a bitch!" and my daughter answers with, "We weren't sitting there trying to be bitchy - wait, I should say 'hateful'. We weren't trying to be hateful!" By this time the mom is walking away and turns around - mind you, she's an ADULT - and GETS IN MY DAUGHTER'S FACE and SCREAMS, "I HEARD WHAT YOU SAID, CHRISTINE! You called me a bitch, and I'm turning you in!" KrysteenA answers with, "I didn't call you that, I was trying to explain to you that we weren't sitting there to be bitchy, I even changed it to hateful b/c I shouldn't have cussed - I NEVER called you a name!" The parent then proceeds to cuss out my daughter and goes to the principal to 'turn her in'. After hearing my daughter's side of the story - and the parent's story (who said she asked them to move NICELY, and they wouldn't for like several minutes) the principal went to review the tapes. The story I've just told was verified - it is exactly like that on the tapes. My daughter NEVER cussed at this woman, and they were NOT being hateful to her, and this woman dropped f-bombs and was completely innappropriate with these kids. <br />
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What is the outcome?, you ask??? They gave my daughter lunch detention, and told her she had to write a letter of apology to this woman. Yes, yes, I know you're thinking, W.T.F!!!??? After hearing the entire story, I told my daughter she would NEVER write that letter. She said, "Well, maybe I should apologize to the principal and the Ast. Principal for using bad language at school? I was impressed - it was a great compromise. My husband called and talked to one of them - and he thought it was a better 'punishment'. I have a word of advice for the 'parent' (I use that term loosely) - if you EVER go to my daughter's school again, and get in her face - as an adult - you'll come to understand quickly that it is unacceptable, and I WILL get in your face. I'm a momma bear, and I will act like one. You're lucky I've raised my daughter to be more respectful of adults. AND, if ANYONE owes ANYONE an apology - it's YOU to HER for doing what you did. It's on VIDEO how you behaved. And a word of advice to the school - if my daughter is ever accosted at school again, we will be there, voicing our disgust at the way this was handled. You should be ashamed of yourselves for allowing a parent to attack children in your hallways. <br />
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Story #2...<br />
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THEN - I get a phone call from the Ast. Principal in the middle school. My eldest son got in a fight at school. I am not making excuses for him - he was wrong, he admitted it, he apologized - took his punishment (suspended one day) and is now friends (again) with the other boy - but I'm am again upset with the school. These middle school boys - many of whom are picked on and bullied on a daily basis - are left ALONE in the gym before and after PE class. The coach just disappears and leaves them unsupervised. What started as fun and playing around led to a fight - completely uncalled for - but had there been a teacher around, it would have ended WAY BEFORE it ever came to that. And to top off my irritation with the school - the Ast. Principal told me it started over a 'Jimmy Johnson" toy....and "I assure you, I've made it perfectly clear to these boys that ANYTHING Jimmy Johnson or Jeff Gordon is NOT allowed in MY school building". Yeah....NOT impressed with your idiocy. You are an adult, and I really don't give two shits what 'NASCAR driver' you like or don't like - GROW UP and DO YOUR JOB. <br />
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Kent and I spoke with Tristan about the entire situation - let me say that Tristan has been bullied and picked on all year, and we've been working with the principal - who has the Ast. Principal deal with it - and nothing is helping. The Ast. Principal is telling the bullies to quit picking on him, and then they jump him for telling on them. Well, what do we do then? When THEY put their hands on MY son - nothing. None of them got in trouble. MY son gets in a scuffle and he's suspended. He FINALLY stands up and doesn't back down, and he's punished. I realize the boy he fought with is NOT one of the original 'bullies', but Tristan felt like if he fought him, he'd 'earn some respect' from the other boys. Again - NO SUPERVISION and GUIDANCE during this class. WHERE WAS THE COACH????<br />
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Tristan was most upset b/c he knew he had let us down, and was really upset about that. Ashamed also b/c he knew his CAT teacher was going to be disappointed. (the other boy is also in the gifted program in her class). She spoke with them today - and all is good with THEM. The administrators promised her they would deal with the supervision problem as well. She knew about the fight b/c she found a note on her desk that afternoon that one of the other boys in class wrote. It said, "It's me, (insert name), Tristan and (insert name) are fighting - came to get you for help" So, Tristan is back at school, Mrs. Wood dealt with them, they've all mended fences, and I've been assured that supervision will be corrected. I'm not proud of Tristan for fighting, but I AM proud that he admitted he was wrong, apologized, and took the punishment. He also returned to school knowing there were boys who threatened to 'pay him back' and he's been the model kid all week while being grounded - doing chores, offering to help around the house, and helping momma out! Reminder - one little screw-up shouldn't ruin someone's whole week/month/year. They need to know you still love them, even if they do mess up. ESPECIALLY when they mess up - so they'll have a reason to fix it, and not do it again!<br />
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Story #3...<br />
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Rogan got a note that day, announcing his testing for CAT was beginning this week. He said it was 'too long' and 'boring mostly'. He didn't want to do it until Mrs. Clary (sp?) said, "Rogan, won't your parents be excited and proud to know you did your VERY BEST on this test?" and he perked right up, and really started trying. THEN - tonight, he gets out "Green Eggs and Ham" and reads the ENTIRE book to me, with NO HELP. I am so impressed with that little man - none of the kids ever read that well at his age (6). He also said, "I'm almost ready to read Harry Potter now!" HA HA HA!!! I'm so very proud of that! THAT was the books that FINALLY got Avery interested in reading - and he's read them ALL at least a dozen times! <br />
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Avery has been good all week. No problems at school, no complaints. He did come to me upset b/c he got a C+ on his science test. He only missed, roughly, two weeks of school between ice and sickness - so that's actually pretty good given it was all material from when he was gone! He was just upset b/c he's never gotten anything other than A's. I explained that if THIS is the worst it can be for him, I'm HAPPY with that! ;) HA!<br />
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School has been fun this week. Fun and frustrating. I've learned that "What if...?" is the WORST QUESTION IN THE WORLD for a criminology class. And there are a couple people in my classes who LOVE to distract the professors with that question. For the love of God - PLEASE - save your questions for break or after class. I want to learn the material!! This is my life - my career - and it's important to me! <br />
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Sooooooooo...........that's what's up with me. BTW, does anyone want to take Krysteena prom dress shopping? We don't 'shop' well together, and I can't imagine it will go good. I love her, will watch Criminal Minds with her, will color hair, talk about her day, joke around, etc....but I don't enjoy the shopping time. Hoping Aunt Gina will do it while we're in St. Louis for Spring Break. *crosses fingers*<br />
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Later peeps!<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-85912531121980549272011-01-27T02:07:00.000-06:002011-01-27T02:07:57.716-06:00New Semester, Same peopleI had sooooo many things to post about my first couple of nights of class this semester. I had a LOT of frustrations to vent about. THEN, I read my "Best friend that lives far away"'s blog, and realized - "If you don't have anything nice to say...." and decided that, like her, I should ZIP IT.<br />
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SO, I'll say JUST THIS: If I make it through this semester without losing my ever-loving mind, it will be a small miracle. :]<br />
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I'm taking my first 'criminal justice' classes this semester. It's totally different from my social work and psychology stuff I've been taking, and I'm really excited about it. In my "Intro to Criminology" class, he has assigned us the "Key Terms" at the end of each chapter. There are between 10-50 words in every chapter, and 19 chapters. They aren't due until the end of the semester - in May. I have all the terms typed, and the definitions for chapter one, and part of chapter two finished already. YES - this doesn't seem like 'homework', it is FUN. I know, I know, I'm a freak. BUT - Just think about it - when you find a topic you really like to learn about, and you get to learn MORE about it - why stop?? I have two friends who are taking the same class, with a different professor - who has NOT assigned the key terms - and they are going to type up the terms just for their own personal use. SO, see!!! I'm not crazy. At least I'm going to get a grade for it! ;)<br />
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I have my favorite professor this semester again! I think I like him best b/c he doesn't put up with any 'excuses' or 'carp' from anyone. He tells you the rules, and what he expects from you - and doesn't let you get away with being a lazy, white trash, whiney idiot. (shoot - I'm starting to slip into the 'not nice' thing....) BUT - he likes me, and my friends - mostly b/c we COME TO CLASS, DO THE WORK, and DO NOT COMPLAIN. Afterall, this is college. And we're "grown-ups". Not too difficult. Well, if you care about your grades anyway. <br />
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We got a new dog this last year. Char-Lay is half St. Bernard, and half Bernese Mountain dog. She is the CUTEST baby in the world. Well, I use the word 'baby' loosely. She only weighs 100 pounds, and is 8 months old. HA! Here is Charlie trying to get her 'rightful spot' on the couch.<br />
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Alright, heading to bed. Trying to think of a good story to share - need to be 'funny' for you guys! Will write more later!<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-56150419074900332992011-01-07T00:00:00.000-06:002011-01-07T00:00:10.037-06:00My apologies...My most sincerest apologies for not posting since....*gulp*.....June of 2010. I'd make a lot of excuses, but it just boils down to not wanting to write what was in my head. Being lazy. Being busy. The usual.<br />
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SO - I finished my summer classes with an A in my online class and a B in algebra. Funny thing is, I heard that she flunked me b/c I stood up and told her off in class! HA! That's not <i>quite</i> how it happened, but she did NOT flunk me. THIS is the algebra story. I have to write this down, b/c it needs to be remembered for future generations! :) <br />
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First, let me say that professors at colleges (unless they are TEACHING politics) are ethically not allowed to stand in front of your class and tell you how you should vote, or question WHY you voted (or will vote) the way you do/have. Second, it is the most annoying thing in the world to listen to people bitch about every single thing going on in the world - their local government, the state, national. Yes, you don't like it - I can't fix it - move on. TEACH THE CLASS!!! WELL - On August 2nd, we were in Branson for our normal summer, week-long, vacation. It was Tristan's birthday. It was also the last night of class before our final in algebra, and we were going to review for the final. SO - in the middle of vacation, and my son's birthday, I made the 2 1/2 hour trip home JUST for class. THEN - our professor - idiot that she is - stood in front of the class and told us that OUR President is going to have us thrown in jail if we don't have insurance. Now, you can argue all you want - but that is NOT what the outcome is going to be - and I think having health insurance is WAY more important than CAR insurance (and that is mandatory to have a car!) ANYWHO - this young, impressionable, 18 year old girl says, "OMG - I don't want to go to jail, what will I do!!??" I had already listened to about 15 minutes of political trash talk already and was a tad annoyed. HA! I said, "Oh, for the love of GOD - you will NOT get arrested! That is ridiculous scare tactics! I paid $700 for this class to learn ALGEBRA, I left my family on my son's birthday, and our vacation in Branson to come and review for this final! PLEASE, for the love of everything holy, shut up about your politics and TEACH ALGEBRA!!" <br />
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After a moment of stunned silence, she went back to teaching class. And I got a B on my final. So - don't listen to the rumors. She didn't flunk me - and if she had - it wouldn't have been pretty. <br />
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Vacation ended up being pretty great. The kids got to go to Silver Dollar City for the first time - I went out to eat with my Bestie Kelly. Had a great Italian meal in Branson, and then hung out until Kent and the kids got back. We did our usual Swimming, reading, games, shopping, go-Karts, etc. It was a productive Summer vacation! <br />
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The fall semester for school was pretty good. No really exciting stories - just the normal class stuff. ALTHOUGH - I did have a new professor - who is pretty cool. It was her first semester teaching. She was teaching "Family Therapy" and I really enjoyed and learned a lot in her class! Had to do some writings about our life - another reason I didn't blog. I had to write for classes! Also had to create our 'Genogram'. Made up our family tree and marked those with addictive behaviors, mental illness, and any criminal history. It was interesting.<br />
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For the first year in 5 years - I had a good Thanksgiving. No earth-shattering news/happenings in the month of November, so I finally felt like I could breath after dinner. Now, Christmas on the other hand - that sucked.<br />
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All in all - this year has been up and down - stressful, crazy, fun, horrible, and 'normal' for our family. Looking forward to the next year and what it holds. My Resolution for the year is to try to blog at least once a week - and happy things. Funny things. "NORMAL" things. HA!<br />
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Oh - and that reminds me - did I mention we got a new dog? And two birds. Yeah, it's still a zoo here. <br />
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More later!<br />
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~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-75847304187466630852010-06-23T22:46:00.002-05:002010-06-23T23:06:17.700-05:00Things that annoy the CARP out of me...I had a good day today, I really, truly did. There were, however, a few things that just ticked me off! The following are a few:<br /><br />1. My daughter blowing up over the littlest things. *snap* <br /><br />2. Phone calls that wake up everyone in my house. Who really thinks it's appropriate to call a house before 9:00am??? Don't. Please. K. Thanks.<br /><br />3. Starting to make cookies, and realizing you don't have quite enough margarine or flour. :/ (on an up note - mom lives across the street!)<br /><br />4. Professors for online classes who think they are God's gift to professors. You're not. Seriously. And I'd rather have a conversation with someone who had knowledge of the world than someone who had to cite every single word out of their mouths (fingers). Sometimes, just living life gives you an education - it doesn't ALL have to be cited. AND - that is NOT PLAGIARISM!!!!!!!!!!!!! BITCH!. :/ I hate her.<br /><br />5. People in online classes who wait until Thursday to post their discussion question. We only get FULL credit for replying 3-5 DIFFERENT days. :/ Um....that only leaves three, so YOU are making my grade suffer. Ass.<br /><br />6. People who lose their temper and then use cuss words in their blog. *banghead*<br /><br />7. Kids who argue with everything you ask of them. Yes, I was serious when I said brush your teeth, it's 11 and it's bedtime. NO, you can't watch the rest of your movie tonight. NO - it's not crazy that you have to finish it tomorrow. I could just throw it out, and you'd not know how it ended (except you've watched it FIVE THOUSAND TIMES ALREADY!!!!!)<br /><br />8. People who continue to bitch about my President. Seriously - get over it. <br /><br />9. Bills. Bills annoy the carp out of me.<br /><br />10. Missouri Unemployment. I have to call every other month b/c you keep taking it out of the system that I'm a student - or whatever it is you've done this time. I'm getting really tired of not being able to pay bills b/c YOU eff up!!! LOSERS!<br /><br />11. The kids take turns - Krys, Tristan, and Ave - cleaning the kitchen. Tristan forgets to wash pans. Krys forgets to wash counters. Avery doesn't do either. ALL of them forget to check other counters for dirty dishes, or the sink. And occasionally (like tonight) they mix it up and don't do the things they normally remember. I don't think it's too much to ask to have my kids clean the kitchen. Is it?<br /><br />12. Algebra.<br /><br />13. Mother Nature. She kinda sucks sometimes. :/<br /><br />THat's all the griping I'm gonna do tonight. I think I'm going to head to bed, and wake up in a much better mood. IF no one calls and wakes me up. :/<br /><br />Be safe and carry on!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-85817273739495919092010-06-15T00:08:00.002-05:002010-06-15T00:23:30.670-05:00Summer classes have begunI started my summer classes this week. I'm taking my first online class - "Psychology of Gender". So far, it's interesting, and thought provoking! I think I may enjoy it. The only problem is we have to do a powerpoint at some point, and I'm not so good at those....guess practice will make perfect.<br /><br />The other class is College Algebra. Monday nights. FIVE FLIPPIN' HOURS. Yes, that was NOT a typo. FIVE hours of Algebra. Yes, I'm insane. I just want to get this carpy class out of the way! My professor told me tonight (when I was having problem with fractions in a problem we were doing) that I needed to go back to 'basic math' if they were confusing. Um....'scuse me? Did you just call me STUPID???? I almost walked out. Too late to drop and not lose money, so I'll put up with the condescending witch for a few more weeks. :/<br /><br />AND - on top of that - after we learned 'the hardest section tonight' she says, "Will you ever need to use this in this class again? or in life? NO, absolutely not". So my question is this, "WHY, oh WHY then, do we have to learn it???" Then I figured it out. To get through the pearly gates....:/ At least I got a laugh.<br /><br />AND - in addition to beginning my classes, I developed a boil under my arm this week. And not just any boil - a 'carbuncle'. That's a ring of boils - I think there were about 7 total. I had two lanced. From what my brother says - they weren't nearly as bad as his (and I won't tell you where his were located - makes me cringe just thinking about it) but I was in PAIN. NEVER NEVER NEVER again will I disregard anyone who talks about the pain of a boil. And if you've ever seen one popped - gaaahhh - now I know why it hurt so badly. Thank you Lord for taking away the worst of it!!! Now I just have to heal the lancings and keep it clean. I'm hoping to be able to at least lay out poolside tomorrow. Gonna call and ask if I can SWIM (at least in a pool) this week. *crosses fingers*<br /><br />Yeah....soooo....too tired to type anymore. Gonna call it a night and crash. More later, my 10 dedicated readers! :p<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-15361443840079234892010-05-14T09:57:00.002-05:002010-05-14T10:07:17.378-05:00Random things for Friday...1. My favorite episode of Spongebob is on. Squidward moves to his 'happy town'. "HEY! That looked like Squidward! That looked like Squidward too - in angry mob form!"<br /><br />2. Took my lip ring out this morning - driving me crazy today. Can't quit biting it. I'll put it back tonight.<br /><br />3. Going to color my hair this weekend. Too much gray showing. I have two 'streaks' that are driving me insane!<br /><br />4. Rogan has "BLUE" eyes, and I'm "TWENTY-NINE".<br /><br />5. Rogan doesn't understand the concept of 'random ideas for my blog'. Guess I have to come up with ideas myself. :/<br /><br />6. My semester is FINISHED. I have three "A's" and two "B's" for the semester. Dean's list AGAIN! :)<br /><br />7. I'm taking Algebra this summer. SIX HOURS a night - every Monday. Kinda gives a whole new meaning to "I HATE MONDAYS".<br /><br />8. Getting my new tree today. I bought a weeping cherry tree for the front yard. Going to put my rock wall up, fill it with dirt and plant all the starts that Kelly gave me! Gonna look AWESOME! :)<br /><br />9. I just ate golden grahams. It was good.<br /><br />10. I might get to see my Baby Sammy next weekend! :) I'm so excited! I won't have to mail his birthday presents, AND I get to see him open them! :)<br /><br />Alright - going back to facebook for a minute, then going to clean this house. *sigh* It's a never-ending job....<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-6749383203773876252010-05-13T23:47:00.002-05:002010-05-14T00:00:41.772-05:00Everyone can read this....so....I'm going to put 'out there' for the world to read: I LOVE MY DAUGHTER. If you EVER doubt it, check this: http://mistryunique.blogspot.com/2009/06/living-with-15-year-old-girl-google.html<br /><br />Sometimes, I am soooo FED UP with 'attitude' and 'drama' that I VENT. YES- I vent to my 894 bestest friends on facebook. SO WHAT> If I saw you in person, and you asked me how I was, I'd prolly roll my eyes, and say, "Well, I DO have a 16 year old daughter - what do you think?" <br /><br />SO - for the record. FOR THE WORLD TO SEE: I LOVE MY DAUGHTER!!! She is awesome. She is beautiful. She is SMART. She is PERFECT. <br /><br />That said, let me add: She is also, "Stubborn". She is "delusional' about SOME things. She is 'frustrating'. AND, she 'elaborates' and 'mis-hears' things. She turnes it around to be the WORST possible scenario. Seriously. A 16 year old girl. Surprised? Me neither. I say, "I don't like what I'm hearing" turns into "My mom hates you". I say, "You shouldn't do that". She hears, "You are so stupid". I say, "I wish you wouldn't...." She HEARS, "GODKNOWSWHATBUTITMAKESHERMAD". *sigh*<br /><br />So - when I'm posting about the hurricane of my life, and you think that I'm ungrateful, or stupid, or sharing too much - remember, I actually know every single person on my FB page and they KNOW ME. AND - they like a little giggle knowing the pay-back I'm getting - 'payin' for my raisin'' as my mom says. <br /><br />And as for posting HERE - for the WORLD to see - anyone who has a 16 year old daughter KNOWS how much you love them, but at the same time - want to rip your hair out dealing with them!!! I love my baby girl, but I'm relieved to know that I have three BOYS to deal with as teenagers - I can't handle another "ME". :p<br /><br /> Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-53884358000125618882010-05-05T01:18:00.002-05:002010-05-05T01:44:20.861-05:00Opposite of MondaysWas in a pissy mood yesterday, and it has 'slightly' improved today. Did a lot of sleeping today, just not in the mood to 'live'. And by "live" I mean DO THINGS. Just feeling lazy. I'm wiped out...when you spend a day crying all day/night, it takes a toll. SO - I was seeking out friends to make me laugh today, and things to make it better....so in that spirit - an 'opposite of Monday blog'. <br /><br />Things that make me happy and/or smile:<br /><br />1. The laughter of my children. One good belly laugh is enough to lift my spirit and make it last all day! And they are SO good at makin' momma laugh!<br /><br />2. Not having to take finals. I'm not having one in Human Sexuality, and have more than enough points for an "A" in Minority groups, so ONE online test, and two others that are going to drive me insane, but I'll manage! :)<br /><br />3. My pink rose bush has blooms on it. Granny is thinking of me! :) I think I look forward to those pink blooms more than any other thing about Spring. My constant reminder of the love she had for me. Well, for KENT b/c they were for HIM. *giggle* LOVE YOU GRANNY!<br /><br />4. Realizing that things are just 'things'. I have my kiddos. I have my husband. I'm lucky enough to have my mommy! HELL, I'm lucky enough to have my Bubby!! So what if my phone was ruined.....it can't love me back (even though multiple texts from friends make me feel love!)<br /><br />5. I'm going tomorrow to buy a new calendar. I bet I get it on clearance! :) No more 'depending on my iphone calendar!'. I'm going to WRITE IT DOWN. Can't lose it that way! :) AND - I get to use MULTIPLE COLOR HIGHLIGHTERS!!!! THAT alone makes it worth it.<br /><br />6. New episodes of my favorite shows. NCIS tonight and Criminal Minds tomorrow! :) I have too many shows to list, but those are two I look forward to. Of course SUPERNATURAL will be new Thursday, and I'm worried about 'MY' Dean....;)<br /><br />7. Having a clean house. This doesn't happen very often, and if it DOES, it doesn't last long. I'm hoping after finals week I'll stay on top of it more....yeah, here's to hopin! :)<br /><br />8. Being able to pay the bills one more month. Going to sit down tomorrow and make out checks. Of course, it would be more satisfying if my UNEMPLOYMENT papers for last month had come - but, I'll get all $500 and something at once, and that should cover my treatments. Sa-WEET! :)<br /><br />9. HAVING ZERO PAIN in my back!!! Okay, I exaggerate a bit...there IS still pain, but my new pills are working - so at the sign of any pain, I take a pill and it goes away. Finally not falling asleep from them. Can't wait until I can have my treatments and won't need the pills!<br /><br />10. Having my friend Angela back in my life! I forgot how much we laughed together in school....we have great memories, and are only making more! LOVE YOU GIRL!<br /><br />11. Knowing that my best friend who is my twin is getting to go home! I'm praying that it is going to be more peaceful and bring contentment to Kelsey Kay and Caitlyn. AND - Laury gets to be close to momma!!! I LOVE IT!!!<br /><br />12. Looking at pics of my Baby Sammy!! He's ALMOST a year old!!! I can't believe it!!! That reminds me, I should probably MAIL the presents I've accummulated since christmas....<br /><br />13. The satisfaction from blogging. I can't really explain it, but I feel like I've accomplished something if I actually post something! Now...if it only made a difference for those reading it.....<br /><br />Going to bed now to read my book - ooohhh...that's #14. Reading a book for pleasure, and not b/c it's for school!! OH!!! And snuggling with my honey! I love that too.<br /><br />Going to find a picture that makes me smile and post it....maybe baby Sammy....or roses or something....Alright - found it. Avery with our pet Chicks. I'd like to introduce you to "CHAR-LAY", "Kevin" and "Dug".<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3VGAj11t7LFIo_WbXrPFRuDgM_fAzI3qxgW8597QNHBjJJo86lHLYH0LLd2ypDxSBHCTDvWqC_XJBNkmsoSsw4TTZyWsF8Qr9naERyaZTQ2JbgvNSWnYbTKB4yT0VQMwhA9SwfPUbl0j2/s1600/Ave+and+birds.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3VGAj11t7LFIo_WbXrPFRuDgM_fAzI3qxgW8597QNHBjJJo86lHLYH0LLd2ypDxSBHCTDvWqC_XJBNkmsoSsw4TTZyWsF8Qr9naERyaZTQ2JbgvNSWnYbTKB4yT0VQMwhA9SwfPUbl0j2/s200/Ave+and+birds.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5467672988709467682" /></a><br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-88759564357818793152010-05-04T00:40:00.002-05:002010-05-04T01:20:23.270-05:00If you don't like it, too bad.I just had the worst Monday. Before you read any further, know that I had a bad day. I KNOW that it could have been worse. I KNOW that people are worse off. I also know that I should be thankful for the good things, but TODAY - today I'm going to complain. Because, by golly, I need to.<br /><br />1. I received a "C" on the paper I did. I worked MY TUSH off doing this paper. It is honestly the best paper I have EVER written. I "thought" that I had followed the right format - given the notes I took. I guess I just misunderstood....the paper was supposed to be 10-12 pages total - including the title page, abstract, and references. I had three pages with pictures. SO - 14 pages later - I thought it rocked. HOWEVER - I didn't 'double space' the body of the paper, so she gave me a C instead of the A I deserved. She said it didn't really matter b/c I still have an A in the class. Whatever - That was my WORK - my HARD WORK. And it was A quality. She sucks today.<br /><br />2. Ruined my outfit today. Spilled coffee on my favorite shirt and ruined my favorite pair of capris. I hope it washes out.<br /><br />3. After my horrible reaction to my paper - I made a fool of myself crying about it. And my husband says, "I can't be consoling - you have an A in the class". I didn't just need to be consoled.....I needed someone to say, "You're right - she sucks and your paper rocked" and leave it at that.<br /><br />4. I can't fix my daughter's broken heart, and can't let go enough to let her grow up. I either suck as a mother, or I am so great that she just can't see it. :/<br /><br />5. In all my 'woe is me' I came home and threw my clothes in the laundry with their coffee stains and Kent promptly washed them - YAY - what a great husband. WAIT FOR IT.....WITH my IPHONE in the pocket. :/ I currently have it in a bag of rice to draw out the moisture....which is what every website recommends. I plugged it in and tried to turn it on and saw the apple emblem very faintly. Perhaps it may work. If not, I'm going to cry again.<br /><br />6. I've been having some MESSED up dreams lately. Messed with my head today. :/<br /><br />7. Someone kinda 'trashed talked' me on a public forum today. Personally - I don't care what people say about me, but when they question my MOTHER or MY VALUES....kinda get defensive. Especially when I'm RIGHT. :p AND - I'm out there - I'm NOT anonymous. Coward. I let it get to me, then realized that if they are too cowardice to use their name - to put a face to their words - they aren't worth my time. Still pissed me off - b/c it was the 'icing on the cake' for me. Loser.<br /><br />8. I'm getting good at the whole 'list' thing. Well, whatever. Gets my thoughts out of my head.<br /><br />9. I worry about my friends far too much. AND sometimes 'friends' hurt me, and I just let them and don't say anything for fear that I'll hurt their feelings. Kinda drove me insane this weekend. SO - YOU HURT MY FEELINGS and I AM REALLY PISSED OFF AT YOU. There, I said it. They know who they are. I know they know, b/c I told them that privately too. Just saying it here b/c I'm complaining about my day, and that just annoyed me 'enough' to make the list.<br /><br />SO - if you are texting me, or calling me, or I have an appointment or the kids have some practice or game and I'm not there - it's b/c my phone is DEAD. I lost my calendar, and, basically my whole life tonight in the washer. Stupid washer. Tomorrow I'm going to wake up and be happy and embrace the day and celebrate that I finished my Minorities class with an A without taking the final, and that there is no final in my Human Sexuality class, and I only have two finals to really worry about. <br /><br />Oh - and it's not funny anymore. You know who you are. I don't, but you do. Ass.<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-57379803927109751312010-05-03T02:41:00.003-05:002010-05-03T03:12:00.686-05:0010 Random....who am I kidding?....I'm sure it will be more than 10. It's late, I'm in pain, and the drugs are just *barely* starting to kick in.<br /><br />1. I'm so impressed that "My Best Friend That Lives Far Away" has been blogging on a regular basis (unlike me :/ ) b/c then I can kinda feel like she doesn't live so far away, and I can share her life a little more. This is a great thing, b/c I really miss her.<br /><br />2. I found Blase again - not sure if he's still reading MY blog or not (when I actually find the time/energy/topic to blog) but he moved addys and I just realized it - see - just had time to look!<br /><br />3. I've been drinking water all day - I think I've finally - FINALLY - gotten the hydration levels evened out today.<br /><br />4. I lost my new glasses. Yeah, that whole, "On the face, or in the case" rule that I preach to Tristan - I don't follow it either. So, I'm using my Avon reading glasses - my eyes are killing me.<br /><br />5. I've spent entirely too much time on the computer lately - although, I did clean my room today, and the plants were trimmed and fixed and the yard cleaned - until Kent ran over wire that Tristan left in the yard. <br /><br />6. I'm allergic to cats - and I actually HATE them. I currently own (or they own me) THREE cats - only one I like - and one just had THREE kittens. Sadly, even kitten babies are CUTE and I can't quit petting and loving them. Hence: Rash on my arms, legs and feet. :/ It's worth it though, when they do that whole snuggle-looking-for-food-thing. I want a baby!!!! :/<br /><br />7. Classes are almost over. THANK GOD. I have ONE more day of Human Sexuality with "Ms. LOUD MOUTH know-it-all" to put up with. I think she has her presentation tomorrow - unless she did it after I left early last week *crosses fingers*<br /><br />8. Just had to stop and itch and put on itchy cream b/c #6 made me remember that I'm itchy. :/<br /><br />9. I think I have a test tomorrow - but I missed the review b/c I left early last week to go to the BRAVES game. *sigh* that the Cardinals pulled out their ass and won. Stupid cards. Oh - and I still have that test. Stupid test.<br /><br />10. Added another major last week. I'm officially seeking my degree in Human Services with an emphasis in Leadership AND a BS in Criminal Justice. I'm so excited! Wouldn't it be cool if this led to a job in the FBI, like on Criminal Minds??? I know it won't happen - but wouldn't it be COOL. Especially if MORGAN was there. <br /><br />11. Got new meds for my back. First time a pill has 'removed' the pain in years. I'm actually able to sleep at night! Of course, tonight, my brain won't shut off. I haven't figured out why yet though.<br /><br />12. I'm really sad that there is a little girl who I care a lot about that (has always) is posting things on the internet that are just completely inappropriate. I'd tell her family, but they wouldn't give two hoots in hell. 15 and bragging about the sex she's had and how many partners.....Thank GOD I have the daughter I do - who has self respect, and a BRAIN. <br /><br />13. FOUR weeks and Laury gets to GO HOME!!! I'm so excited for her!!! And the girls!! AND - maybe they can come visit after the move!!! Stay in Branson with us in August too!!!???<br /><br />14. I seriously think that someone needs to start a support group for farmville addicts. I'd be an active member.....and I'd 'post' all the stuff I'd learned for others to gather...*giggle*<br /><br />15. Ever had a song just practically bring you to your knees with memories? That happened to me last night. Twice. In TEN minutes. Wow.<br /><br />16. We talked about Serial Killers at dinner tonight....somehow my kids all started planning careers as assassins, snipers, etc......Until I started talking about what happens to those people in prison.....cured them.<br /><br />17. I miss Joe Pancake. He needs to come cook for us!<br /><br />18. My 'father' was in the state of Missouri all this month. I left school pictures of the kids with his friend he stays with. I didn't hear a peep out of him. Good thing I didn't mention it to the kids. I'm so over him, but the kids keeps asking about him. Sad - for him.<br /><br />19. I had the BEST feeling this week. Tristan stayed at my mom's last night and beat her in cards - Malice and Spite. 3 out of 5 games. He asked several times today if he could go play more with her. He AND Avery AND Rogan went to hang out to play cards. It sooooooooooooo reminded me of playing Rummy (or Malice and Spite) with Granny when I was their ages. I'm so incredibly thankful mommy is just across the road now, and the kids can hang out with her anytime they want (and they DO want to!)<br /><br />20. The boys need a haircut. Kent is going to take them Tuesday. I'd go along with the long hair thing again, but they look so NICE when it's cut. Some 'cool' parent I've turned out to be!<br /><br />21. I just realized I'm at 21......told you my brain wouldn't shut off. Just a few more and then I'll go try to sleep...<br /><br />22. I took my Iphone into the "APPLE" store in St. Louis. Took 30 minutes from start to finish to FIX MY PHONE. I've had it since October? with a screen that was blurry and faded with lines through it - and 10 minutes is all it took to FIX IT. For FREE. Yes, you heard that right - FREE. I love BOB at the Apple store!! And I'm actually impressed with Apple and their customer service IN THE STORE. Two thumbs up!<br /><br />23. I've just realized that the rash on my arm has spread to both arms, up to my shoulders.....all in the few minutes I've been typing. Time for Benedryl. NOW I'll sleep for sure!<br /><br />24. Finals next week - only 3 to worry about - the other 2 are open book/notes. <br /><br />Headed to bed peeps - <br /><br />Be safe and Carry on!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-33187809060872590902010-04-16T12:41:00.002-05:002010-04-16T13:06:02.960-05:00I don't know how to feel.Was awoken by a phone call this morning....bad news.<br /><br />THEN - got a phone call with GOOD news. <br /><br />I don't know how to feel. :/ Let me explain...<br /><br />Last week, I called to get into the pain clinic - I had a great visit - he was sure he knew the problem, but didn't want to treat without an MRI. Went the next morning for the MRI, and was feeling GREAT about the costs (insurance is covering all but $200!!) and was SOOOOOO relieved that I was going to get treatment and a 'cure' for my pain!!! I might live a normal life for awhile!<br /><br />Got home from the MRI and got a call about my 'female tests'. This was a 6 months follow up from an 'abnormal' pap from before. It was 'low-grade' then. It has since turned to HIGH-grade (precancerous) and I need more tests - biopsy even. The next day the pain clinic called to schedule my Steroid blocks, and I mentioned the biopsy the following week. They called me back and told me - NO TREATMENT until that is all settled, b/c IF it IS Cancer - the steroids will just make the Cancer spread and grow. SO - no pain relief. :(<br /><br />This morning I woke up to a call telling me that the first tests done showed the 'high risk' strain and that is BAD news - it is most likely that I will develop Cervical Cancer if I don't do something. I have to wait until the 28th to get the biopsy. BUT - they are hopeful - I'm 34, had 'all the children I'm going to have' and getting a hysterectomy would be wise. :( Sorry folks, I just don't feel like this womb is ready....What if (GOD FORBID) something happened to Kent. Seriously - What if Jensen Ackles or *any* New Kid on the Block wants kids when we get together??? *giggle*<br /><br />So - to sum up - I was excited because I was getting pain treatment. I was devestated to find out I *may* have Cancer. I was excited that my treatment was scheduled, and devastated to know they cancelled it. Devasted to hear it's the riskiest kind, and hysterectomy is an option. Excited to hear my summer school is paid for. Oh - that, yeah - after the call this morning, I get another call. Ozark Action WILL be able to pay for my summer class + books and materials. Of course this is ALL dependant upon my being able to GO to summer school.<br /><br />I have a 10 page paper due Monday, and I haven't started it. I had some research materials, but I've sinced changed my topic. I do know how I want to do it, and have an outline 'in my head'. I do have ZERO desire to get started.<br /><br />The porch was power-washed last weekend, and the 'stuff' that goes on the porch is in our front yard - we look like Sanford and Son (more so than usual) and I really need to get it painted. Krysteena is at state competition for FFA, and she wanted to help, so I don't want to start on it. I sorted through all the paperwork in this house last night, to put in the filing cabinet, and it is in piles all over my living room. Again, ZERO desire to put it away. Sanford and Son IN the house today. <br /><br />SO....I don't know how to feel. I look around and see my friends with bigger problesm, and I feel like a total ass for worrying about mine. And then I feel horrible for being excited about my class this summer being paid for - when other people do not have the money. Happy, sad, worried, relieved, stressed, devastated, etc. What to feel? The scary thing is this: I just want to sit and cry. I don't think I'll fall into a deep depression *crosses fingers*, but I just want to cry today. I think I may.<br /><br />I'll try to write a 'happier' post later. I just can't today.<br /><br />Be safe, and carry on!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-30133689307350846482010-04-14T02:27:00.002-05:002010-04-14T02:48:09.033-05:00Things that annoy the CARP out of me...1. People who don't use their turn signals. SERIOUSLY - braking abrubtly and then looking at me like I'M the one crazy.....puhleeeaze.<br /><br />2. There are these little mothy-mosquitoey-knatey things that keep landing on my gel screen....when I squish them - yucky black goo....ANNOYS THE CARP out of me!<br /><br />3. Boys. Stupid boys, with their stupid boy penises. If you don't realize you're one of them - look down. Penis? Then, yes. I'm talking about YOU. 'nuff said.<br /><br />4. People who talk too much and loud and expect everyone to agree - while in class. Seriously - you're a white-trash, redneck, IDIOT. I'm not agreeing with your toothless mouth. That was harsh, but seriously - they annoy the CARP out of me!<br /><br />5. Stupid, stupid phone calls that 'give you bad news' and then want to schedule a time (other than NOW) to discuss options. "Why, thank you for making me google every possible scenario and make me plan my funeral....with the HOPE that it isn't necessary". <br /><br />6. People who don't understand pain. Especially when they don't understand fibromyalgia pain.....it's real. SERIOUSLY. I'll trade you MY pain for your, um...'annoyance' any day.<br /><br />7. People who want to coach their own kid, but don't realize it isn't just THEIR family on the field. Seriously - keep the babies at HOME, not ON THE FIELD. I paid a LOT of money for my child to learn the game.....when he has to quit learning to avoid hurting the baby you're letting run on the field - it's frustrating. AND, you have NO CLUE how to handle 20 kids alone. Give it back to the people who KNOW the game and can handle it. <br /><br />8. People who claim to be Christians and pretended to be my 'church family'. If you were a Christian - you'd act like the one who actually carried on a conversation with me - and actually CARED about me. You are not better than me.<br /><br />9. Myself. I annoy the CARP out of myself. All these little things stirring in my head make me blow-up and get cranky. I hate that. I REALLY do. AND - I'm finding it hard not to be 'snippy' about things that annoy me, hence the blog. <br /><br />10. MAP testing at school. Teachers stress, the kids stress, and frankly - they are USELESS.<br /><br />11. Not having a 'last resort' after tonight. :/ *giggle*<br /><br />12. People who don't send gifts or post things if they 'play games' on FB. No fair. We do it, you should too! Dork!<br /><br />13. "The Dork". They know who they are. *giggle*<br /><br />14. People who read this and thought, "I hope she doesn't stop at 13".<br /><br />15. People who scrolled up to count again. *giggle*<br /><br />16. Situations that remind me that I need to go to bed....and this is one of them. <br /><br />Carry on and Be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-73397115949480188102010-04-04T01:04:00.002-05:002010-04-04T01:25:27.704-05:00Harmony's 'make you think' Questions...1. Tell us about the last time you really got hurt: Physically - I was hooking up my modem, and was squatted down....went to sit down and landed on the leg of my computer chair...right on my tailbone. I screamed so loud - the kids were worried. It didn't hurt again until the next day - and now I'm in constant pain, and ready to start shootin' morphine!! Emotionally - hhhmm.....let's say that it wasn't nice, but he apologized, and all is good! :)<br /><br />2. What's your oldest possession? I have an embroidered picture that my great-grandma made....and a bedspread. I also have school books and dishes that belonged to Kent's great-grandparents. My oldest personal possession is the outfit that I wore home from the hospital.<br /><br />3. Do you have any phobias? I have an extreme fear of grasshoppers. Seriously - those are the creepiest things on the planet. <br /><br />4. What values did your parents instill in you? You work for what you need, as long and as hard as you need to. There are more....I'm sure.<br /><br />5. What are your plans for Easter? I'm getting up to watch the kids get their baskets, then prolly going back to bed. Oh - we'll do an egg hunt too. Kent is gonna grill some chicken and that's pretty much it.... I don't believe in 'churches' anymore - so that's out.<br /><br />6. Tell us about 3 fads from your teenage years. BIG hair, rolled jeans, and TROLLS.<br /><br />8. Tell us what is the most important attribute in a lover. Everything Kent is. <br /><br />9. What new piece of technology have you resisted buying and what would it take for you to change your mind? The Kindle....not sure I really 'get it', but I'd take one if it was free - just to try it and write a review! ;)<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-82947568541112637192010-03-19T22:31:00.002-05:002010-03-19T22:53:21.944-05:00End of the week...So the last two weeks of school have been busy - tests, papers, presentations. I completely bombed my presentation for Postive Psychology - I had it together the week before, but when I presented a week late, I just stumbled and stammered and sounded like a fool. ME - TALKING - in front of a group! <br /><br />Talked about Older women and Younger men in my Human Sexuality class....I'm all for that....NO - wait, I can't be - Kent is OLDER than me ;) JUST KIDDING - I love my man! But this led to how older MEN are proscecuted far more often than older Women when they are with kids younger than the age of consent. The "teacher" from Willow who was arrested and charged with a LOT of charges - is listed on the family watchdog site - proscecuted for ONE count of 2nd degree sodomy. Makes me sick. Had it been a MALE - he'd be locked up. Freaks.<br /><br />Nothing really exciting in my other classes....just the usual. Our school's weight loss challenge started - the first week I lost 7 pounds, this week nothing - but I didn't gain either. :/ Hopefully will do better this week.<br /><br />So, we left for North Carolina on Wednesday evening - after I took my workforce issues test. Drove for a little over 13 hours straight. By the time we got here, I couldn't walk. My back was hurting so bad!! I'm going to contact the pain treatment center when I get home - gonna have to. NOT looking forward to the drive home :(<br /><br />Spent time with my Aunt Marlene and Uncle Philip....Melissa and Carlee came over and Carlee is the cutest baby girl EVER!!! She has latched on to Avery - as most kids do! And she's 'playing with her friends' and 'I love my cousins'. AND she has an accent just like Melissa's and I LOVE IT! :) My favorite-est cousin Scotty will be here Sunday and I get to meet his wife. I'm trying to keep an open mind, but no one is good enough for my Scotty! :p Seriously though - the family loves her, so I'm sure I will too!<br /><br />We went to Mystery Hill today - I'd share the link to the place, but I don't really want to recommend them. It was $74 for the 'tour' of the place....sheesh...what a JOKE. The kids DID enjoy it though! I think the adults didn't need to go through. Tristan got car sick on the drive up - a CURVY mountain rode, BEAUTIFUL views, but nasty curves. He said afterwards "getting sick was SO worth it!!!" So, as long as they had a blast and made awesome memories!! I'll post pics when I get home! They had a 'vortex room' where gravity worked differently. Balls rolled uphill, and water flowed uphill....and it felt like it was pulling you down when you tried to walk. Then we had a bubble room - the kids got to be encased in a huge bubble - they liked that too. Then we had a great lunch and came back to the hotel. The kids went to the 'gym' in the hotel - by gym, we mean, 4 machines. One weights, two treadmills, and one bike. WOW. Now, everyone is snoring except Tristan, JJ, and I. <br /><br />Tomorrow we are going swimming, then the kids are going out for pizza with Uncle Philip and I'm going to party with Melissa! :) WOOHOO!!! Then BBQ on Sunday with Scotty and his wife, then we are heading home!<br /><br />Alright, signing off and goign to try to sleep some more....was wide awake when it was time to try earlier! <br /><br />Be safe and carry on!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-77314439788944796482010-03-08T02:30:00.002-06:002010-03-08T02:48:18.465-06:00What to do? What to say?Trying to come up with something to write about...googled all kinds of 'topics' things. Came up with a lot of 'areas' to blog about, but nothing that fit ME. Sometimes I could write for hours, and other times - I can't think of a thing to write.<br /><br />School has been good the last couple of weeks - nothing 'huge' to talk about. In my minority groups class - I had a classic "Obama hater" who chose to pick a fight with me. I put him in his place in one witty comeback - and the professor was impressed, I think. I hate idiots. I really, really HATE idiots. I don't care if you don't like him - he IS our PRESIDENT. Live with it. I lived with the 'Dubya' fiasco for 8 years.....get over it.<br /><br />Two weeks ago Wednesday....I came down with a cough....the congestion set in by morning, and the ears were throbbing. I've officially had this 'crud' for almost 2 weeks. I've had friends tell me that I should go - or should have gone....to the doctor. Antibiotics won't help - maybe with the ear infections, but I practice a 'less is better' approach to those - given the problems my kids have had with them. The ears aren't hurting anymore, and I have my voice back - to the chagrine of a few....:p I postponed my presentation in Positive Psych b/c I had little voice, and still felt completely cruddy. I missed two classes this week - and I don't ever do that! <br /><br />Got a new laptop this week for school. I think for around the $400 I spent - it's going to be a GREAT help for me. The only drawback is that I can now watch the TV while on the laptop. Or lay in bed on the laptop. Must remember to keep depression in check and NOT live in my bed! I don't think this will be a problem, as I'm pretty happy lately! I do love doing my homework on the couch instead of at the desk....has helped my back pain immensley....Sa-WEET! :)<br /><br />Watched a few episodes of 20/20/48 hours/dateline/60 minutes this week - all about husbands killing their wives b/c of affairs. Let me just say this - I'm happy I have the husband I do, b/c he would NEVER do that!!! Those shows make me sick - I can't imagine getting a thought in your head that murder would be easier than divorce....SERIOUSLY? When confronted with the options, you chose KILLING someone over a divorce? REALLY? I've been around a lot of people who have divorced - and while it isn't the BEST option for the kids - it's WAY better than MURDER. Dumb@sses. <br /><br />Slightly addicted to farmville this week. We can collect gold this month instead of valentines. I'm currently #1....but that changes every few minutes. I have almost 400 - and that's after 2 days. What can I say...I like being #1!!!! Also another reason the lapop is a blessing/curse. I can check my gold status from the living room or bedroom....I know...jealous, aren't you!?<br /><br />Going to bed soon....Kent is home after a week of working out of state, and it's nice to have someone to snuggle with again. :) Have I mentioned that I love my hubby? Cuz I do...he's pretty hot....:p<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-37932448724541815292010-03-07T00:54:00.001-06:002010-03-07T00:56:40.347-06:00Yeah....I'm going to write a blog tomorrow about procrastination.<br /><br />Carry on and be safe...<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-19243410510198473412010-02-27T22:17:00.002-06:002010-02-27T22:51:00.190-06:00Google me this...Being sick since Wednesday, and spending all this time at home - I have found some interesting 'tricks' or 'funnies' to occupy YOU. Check them out. My personal favorite is the Me in 10 years....LOL. Post others, if you know any! :)<br /><br /><br />1. Go to google and type in "ewmew fudd' and hit the "I'm feeling lucky button" <br /><br />2. Go to google and type in "Where is Chuck Norris" and hit the "I'm Feeling Lucky" button. <br /><br />3. Why are me....and see the list of 'suggested searches'. (this is for Blase)<br /><br />4. Why does my husband (daughter, son, etc).....<br /><br />5. Type in "Me in 10 years" and hit the 'I'm feeling lucky" button *LMFAO*<br /><br />6. Type in "Google Loco" and hit the "IFL" Button.<br /><br />7. Type in "Google Gothic" and the "IFL" button.<br /><br />8. Type in "xx-piglatin' and the "IFL" Button.<br /><br />Carry on and be safe!<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-47290110396564997332010-02-24T00:18:00.002-06:002010-02-24T00:21:07.947-06:00Erin PospisilFor my best friend Carolyn, who doesn't sleep at night, like the rest of us. She's always missing Erin....<br /><br />A video made by her little sister Amber....Erin - can't wait to meet you - come home.<br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/teuXVrmBTWk&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/teuXVrmBTWk&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>Mistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5738594422482390786.post-21330399360871290922010-02-23T00:16:00.001-06:002010-02-23T00:18:13.742-06:00HEY YOU!!!!PHANTOM CALLER!!!!<br /><br />Whoever called me tonight, and promised an 'email' and "call me back if you want to". Um....I haven't gotten an email on ANY of my accounts, and your call was 'Out of Area" and *69 didn't work.<br /><br />SO - if you REALLY want to contact me.....call again. Or use the RIGHT email.<br /><br />Carry on and be safe...<br /><br />~ MistyMistryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17288197357374955213noreply@blogger.com0