Jade's House

So loving this

2012-01-18T06:32:00.000-08:00

Hi Everyone!!!

I am excited to be able to post again to my original blog. I couldn't be happier. So here is hoping that everyone had wonderful holidays and that your 2012 resolutions are well underway an everyone is off to a great start.

I for one have not made a resolution or resolutions. I have begun project 2012. Simply put I am going to do all the things that make me and my family happy without putting all the stress on me about when I have to do it by or why I have to do. I want to live life happy and healthy. That is all going to take time and its going to be those little changes that will quickly add up to a happier, healthy me.

I even decided it was time to make a vision board. For those of you who are new to the word vision board, its simply a look at what you want, how to get it, and what the end result should look like according to you. On this board you can put whatever you want. Your goals, dreams, accomplishments, inspirational sayings whatever helps you achieve that end result.

2010-11-17T14:12:00.001-08:00

Omg I have not been able to post on this blog for quite sometime due to some password error wow well if anyone is interested please visit me at www.willowbreezerocks.blogspot.com

Flash Friday 55 (Spring is in the Air)

2010-03-12T08:11:00.000-08:00

Early to rise
out before the sun
fresh air hits my face
inhale.

Ahhh the freshness
of trees budding, grass growing,
hints of flowers here and there.

Spring is in the air.
With Spring comes life.
New flowers bloom,
birds are back singing,
and the butterflies are
dancing right before my eyes.

*Sorry I haven't written in a few weeks* TGIF

Flash friday 55 theres two this week (intro #1)

2010-01-29T08:24:00.000-08:00

The Intro

The challenges of life aren't always fair.
Sometimes we are left with our mouths open wide
and our jaws on the floor in disbelief.

I always say, that we are given so many challenges, to make us stronger, and
to prove we can handle it, and to learn a valuable lesson. We become more aware.

Part 2

Today we are facing an unexplained challenge. The
end to a life so young and without explanation.

As tears pour from our eyes, we remember the man,father,son,nephew, cousin, godfather, brother-n-law, husband, friend. No words can express our shock. No symptoms, no warning. Gone from our lives too soon. We will always remember you. May you rest in peace. Love your family.

*This is in honor of my brother-in-law who passed away late Tuesday night 1/26/2010 at the young age of 45 years. We will miss you Brian rest in peace.*

Flash Friday 55 (Life is Precious)

2010-01-22T08:04:00.000-08:00

Life in itself is precious.
There are simple things that
help make life even more precious.

Such as the sound of children's laughter,
the smell of a new baby, birds singing, sun shining
flowers blooming, the twinkling of stars, the glow of the
moon, the warmth of the sun, the morning dew, and a smiling face.

Flash Friday 55(oh the places he will roam)

2010-01-08T05:34:00.000-08:00

The first time we met
we knew he was the one for us.
He was a little ball of fun.
He had those take me home puppy
eyes, and the cute button nose. He had
huge paws that made me smile, cause
I knew we were going to have a big pup.
Although it has only been two days since you
past, we miss you and love you so much. We hope
you have met grampy in heaven, we hope you are running,
playing, and fishing, oh the places you can roam. If only you
were home.

*Goodbye to our 8 1/2 month old black lab who was struck by a school bus on Wednesday morning 1/6/2010. We love and miss you Dodger. Scroll down to see pics of him*

A terrible Loss, We love you Dodger, Goodbye.

2010-01-06T14:33:00.000-08:00

As some of you might know or remember we had searched a lot for a pup to bring home that would be a good fit for our kids as well as one that would be suitable to be a pediatric therapy dog. We had found him and brought him home to be a part of our family on July 2, 2009 when he was just 7 1/2 weeks old. A beautiful black lab. We named him Dodger. He was 100% pure puppy. He would get into everything and anything and make us yell but, we loved him so much. Today we are saying goodbye to our beloved baby of 8 1/2 months. Dodger was struck in the early morning today by a school bus. We love him and miss him. To one heck of a puppy we love ya rest in peace buddy.

Surgery

2009-12-30T15:58:00.000-08:00

Just a little note to let everyone know the much anticipated adenoid surgery on my youngest daughter, was a huge success!!! She was a trooper, she wasn't scared either. She picked out bubblegum scent to go into her mask so that is what she smelled when anesthesia was passing through the mask lol. She is home and already playing and laughing. Yay Lexi!!!

Happy Holidays to all My friends as well as all my friends who participate in Flash Friday 55

2009-12-18T05:56:00.001-08:00

Today is not about me continuing on a 55 story, today is about wishing everyone a very Merry Holiday season, and a very safe and Happy New Year. Today is also about change, not waiting for the New Year to make a resolution. My resolution is selfish this year, but perhaps long over due. My New Years resolution is about getting healthy safely, without the use of diet pills and drinks. Its about remembering there are consequences to all actions. I am setting a jar on my counter that will be labeled 365 days of happiness. Everyday I will put a slip of paper in it with one thing I am happy for. Come next year I will open this jar up and I will read, and reflect upon all the things that have made me happy but more importantly what I am blessed to have. I want to thank all of you who have come to my blog and shared in some laughs, some gibberish and perhaps a tear or two maybe even a few Gasps lol. I hope this year brings about a lot more inspirations and great writing. I hope everyone has a wonderful, safe, healthy, and prosperous holiday season. Hugs from me to all of you.

*Please scroll down one for this weeks Flash Friday 55*

Flash Friday 55 (cookies)

2009-12-18T05:46:00.000-08:00

Feel the heat

from the oven.

Dough has risen.

Bowls of sprinkles

and food coloring adorn

the table. Kids are eyeing

the tiny pieces of candy.

Twinkling eyes, and smiles.

Ahhhh the innocense of Christmas

is all upon their faces.

"They're ready!" mom says. She hands

them all on gingerbread boy or girl

cookie to decorate.

*the pic used is from online it is not of the ones we did last year.*

2009-12-11T20:11:00.000-08:00

Happy Birthday G-man you rock!!! Please scroll down to the next post for my 55 and scroll one down from the new 55 to see the beginning of this 55 lol.

Flash Friday 55 (Panic 2)

2009-12-11T17:34:00.000-08:00

I knew I had to help but how?
The messages were few and far
between. The cry for help was apparent.
My heart was racing, my palms clammy,
things were becoming unclear. My breathing
has become rapid.
I slump down against the brick wall.
I know I need to pull it together, fast, and
now!

Flash Friday 55 (Panic)

2009-12-04T09:11:00.000-08:00

My heart melted.
Tears ran down my face.
A wave of panic over took
me, as my heart began to race.
With every beat, it was as if I was
trapped. There was no way to reach
him. As I yelled his name, all other
sound except for the echo of my racing heart
was all that could be heard.

Flash Friday 55 its late but its here lol The Moon and Stars

2009-11-24T10:32:00.000-08:00

The moon and the stars,
are just a few of some of
the special things in my life.

I have wished upon numerous
stars. I adore the moon.

I always tell the kids
I love them more than the
moon and the stars.

I love to see the night a glow
by the moon. Dazzling by the
stars.

*Sorry I am late at posting. I hope everyone has a fantastic Thanksgiving!!!*

Flash Friday 55 (Oh My!!!) Making up for the last two weeks

2009-10-30T07:08:00.000-07:00

Hi to all my blogging friends. This 55 is over 55 words but I am kind of making up for the last two weeks of not posting lol.

Oh My!!!

There she was
a perfect little
girl.

Pink and beautiful.

I remember holding her
right after she was born,
she had her eyes open as
soon as she heard my voice.

That sweet little face,
that baby smell. She
is all mine. What a
beautiful baby. My
heart was so happy,
so full of love. No other
feeling in the world like it.

Yesterday marked her
first day as a teen. Oh
what a beautiful young
girl I have raised. Here's to
many more years to come.

Happy 13th Birthday Jade!!!

I love you. Love Mom

Flash Friday 55 (Sometimes)

2009-10-09T06:26:00.000-07:00

Sometimes its more
clear than others.

Decisions are clear cut...
Sometimes.

Sometimes words flow smoothly,
and sometimes it feels like there stuck.

Some or most will agree that there is
multiple answers to a question and, its
open to interpertation by the individual.

Sometimes.

Why then is it so easy for some
to give their all and,
others not so much?

Sometimes.

Flash Friday 55 (My sigh) Yes I know its late lol

2009-09-27T09:30:00.001-07:00

It felt good,
it was exciting.

It was for a great cause.
The adrenaline rush
had been great for so
long.

The day finally came.
Traffic blocked for three
miles. Nine hundred thousand
dollars raised by all teams.

A sigh of relief
it was over. With a
smile, I knew my
efforts paid off.
S I G H.

*Our Autism Walk took place Sat. Sept. 26th it was a beautiful Fall day. We kicked off our walk at 9:25am over 3000 in attendance and over $900,000.00 raised collectively by all of our teams. It was a fantastic day for all. *

Flash Friday 55 (The Bus) Yep its a little longer than 55

2009-09-18T06:06:00.001-07:00

There I was holding his hand.
Just the two of us.
Smiling and singing
The Wheels on the Bus.

Waiting for the bus, we
watched as car after car
passed us by, still no bus.

Finally I saw it at the
lights, I watched it turn.
It was approaching our
house. The bus stopped
and, I walked him to the door
and helped him get loaded.

He looked excited at first,
then turned around and gave
me that look of come on mom
what are you waiting for?

I smiled at him and said,
its okay buddy, your going
to school. My heart sank.

*sorry I exceeded my 55 but it was the first bus ride for my little guy today and one of the hardest things to do*

Flash Friday 55 (Remembering)

2009-09-12T16:45:00.000-07:00

The silence was
heard around the world.
Our faces fell white with
what we had just witnessed.
Our hands covered our mouths,
as tears poured from our eyes.
Why would someone do this?
Many people lost their lives
in a senseless act of cruelty.
Others risked it all to those
who were trapped and scared.

*God bless the USA and my prayers are with the families that lost loved ones and to all our nation's heros who were there to help in our nations time of need. Never will we forger 9/11*

Flash Friday 55 (A new school year)

2009-09-04T15:26:00.000-07:00

Ahhh no but its
still summer!!!

You could hear them all
exclaim this sentiment as
if this will change the fact
that another school year
has arrived.

Hustle and bustle
books and binders
teachers glare
pupils return the stare

New clothes
new faces
new places

Great to see
smiles upon their
faces. Yay!!!

Sorry been hectic the last week or so but I am back and thanks for reading I have missed you all!!!

Flash Friday 55 (Wee He's Three)

2009-08-21T06:16:00.000-07:00

Wee he's three,
blue eyes
nobby knees
as sweet as can be.

My baby boy
is now big
imagine that!

Oh how fast
the time
has gone.

Adventurous,
mischievious,
a laugh that
could make anyone
spontaneously giggle.

My little boy
he's growed up
and what a handsome
little dude.

Wee he's three!

*Just wanted to let everyone know my son has had two more oncology visits. He is doing much better and does not have to go for any additional follow ups unless a problem arises. His blood counts have come up and he is doing good. Thank you all for your prayers and keeping us in your thoughts it means a lot to me. He turned three Wednesday of this week he is a big boy now lol. I do want to say I am sorry for not getting to blogs last week the doctors schedules and blood draws were a bit much I am here and back to read so TGIF everyone!!!*

My second Flash Friday 55 for this week cause I was a slacker last week lol (The Beach)

To smell the ocean air
the hear the seagulls
squeal with delight.

Feel the warm sand
sift between your toes,
hear children laugh
as they bury a friend
in the sand.

See a kite soaring
in the air.
Smell the scents
wafting from the
boardwalk.

People are red
from sunburn
some golden with
a tan. Beach Days

Flash Friday 55 (A caring Acknowledgment)

2009-08-07T03:50:00.000-07:00

A hug, a kiss

a caring acknowledgment.

Deafening Silence,
a nod, perhaps
a reply.

A caring acknowledgement.

A smile, laughter,
or a tear or two.

A caring acknowledgement.

Words of wisdome,
Advice, a touch of
the shoulder, or a
hand to hold.

A caring Acknowledgement.

A whisper of encouragement,
sighs of relief.

A caring Acknowledgement.

*As some of you know my son has been in the hospital he turns 3 this month. He got to come home yesterday and had a great night last night stayed fever free. He is being treated for neutropenia which is low white blood cell count. His is extremely low. We still have no answers to what caused it they are hoping viral, but he will be undergoing a lot of test in the upcoming weeks so please keep us in your thoughts. To those who have been saying prayers for my little guy thank you so much I appreciate it.*

Seeing the World (3rd entry)

2009-08-04T10:38:00.000-07:00

Wow after our long flight and being shuttled to our hotel, we all decided to take a half hour nap okay so it turned into an hour. Then we decided we were going to hit the hotel pool. Wow you wouldn't believe the weather. I thought we were sweating at home, this is an insta diet. Although I have to say the humidity is not that bad but wow oh wow the temps in the hundreds.

Okay well this pool is awesome. Not too many other people were in it when we arrived to hop in. About a handful or so. We did find two other families of touristy people from the states which was cool we will be joining them in the hotel dining room this evening. They have also told us of some cool tours that will be happening all week, and just where we need to go to sign up. So we are going to do that and join them so that we have others to enjoy our Egyptian visit with. They also have kids yahoo!!!

The pool was like bath water, absolutely wonderful. I think we all could of just stayed in it all night. It was just so relaxing after a long plane ride, and then a shuttle ride.

After our swim it was back to the room for showers and changing into clothes for dinner. Shorts and t-shirts, flip flops you know totally relaxing and casual nothing fancy here lol.

We met for 6:15 with the two other families in the dining room. At dinner my group we decided to try something out of the norm for us. I tried the signature dish of Egypt, yes they have one and it is Bamia=sweet and sour Okra. How neat and what a great flavor to it.

The kids tried some different kinds of pasta and chicken dishes but ofcourse lol but it was different from fried chicken or baked chicken breast at home.

As we were dining they had some great music playing and then we all heard it yes we heard the Egypt Anthem (which you can listen to in my sidebar) it was very neat to say the least.

Well we all went to a local park to view some flower gardens and waterfalls, and then back to the hotel to say goodnight and in the morning we will all meet up for a shuttle to a place that has camels guess we are going to hop on a camel and off to the pyramids hmmm can't wait.

Seeing the world continued

2009-08-03T12:45:00.000-07:00

Now that its settled and our first destination for one whole glorious week will be to Egypt. Yep thats right Egypt (see below entry to see what is going on lol) Okay after doing our flight research and hotel research, it will cost me with 5 kids one of which gets upgraded to an adult for this trip and this trip only and the baby gets upgraded to child vs's infant status for this trip and this trip only. After airline fees and taxes roundtrip for the six of us leaving Windsorlocks CT. and landing in Cairo Egypt will cost $8188.00 that is $1,364.00 each. Okay that is without any additional bags which ofcourse would cost and additional fee charged by the lovely airline. The flight will take place on a Delta plane. There will be a total of two stops. Once landing in Cairo we will be shuttled off to our four star hotel which is the Sonesta Hotel and Casino Cairo. Ahhh to travel the world in luxury. More to come so stay tuned. Enjoy our trip as much as we do lol.

*pics are of:top pic is of the sonesta hotel and casino Cairo bedroom, the pool, the hotel at night, the hotel during the day, the side bar has the Egyptian Anthem*

Seeing the World

2009-08-03T11:22:00.000-07:00

A couple of summers ago the kids and I decided that throughout the summer we would pick a country, or a state whatever our hearts desired and that would be where we would travel. When I say travel not physically but we would live it up as if we had been there. Finding out as much info as possible and then trying a signature dish from that specific place. Well some of the kids were just too small to help with all the research and the older kids didn't think it was fair to get stuck with all the research work. Well fast forward to the summer of 2009 where everyone can read and write with the exception of one who will be 3 in a few more weeks, everyone is excited. Well today at lunch time I put 12 pieces of paper folded up. The places were Hawaii, Egypt, or Alaska. Well after everyone took their picks and gave me the papers still folded I opened each of them up and put them down accordingly. Three went into the pile of Egypt one in Alaska. So needless to say Egypt won, and our research has begun. I will be sure to post some interesting info here as well as pics from when we have our Egyptian meal can't wait. So off to the pyramids we go on the backs of our camels. Bon voyage and we will keep you posted when we return.

*The pics are the Lotus which is Egypt's flower, the arabian camel, and two pics of the pyramids*

Flash Friday 55 (Life is too short)

2009-07-31T06:41:00.000-07:00

Don't say you love me
Don't say you're sorry
Life is too short
for regrets

know that you love me
Know that you need me
Know without a doubt
Its me you can't live
without

Feel and hear your heart
it leads you to where you belong
Life is too short
for regrets
its true!

Another Random Thought by me

2009-07-30T04:20:00.000-07:00

Why is it that when you are tossing and turning from a restless night, you get up and start doing things in hopes to fall asleep? But, as soon as your head hits the pillow you can't go to sleep?

I have been up since 3:30am this morning and good grief I feel real real tired but everytime I put my head down on the pillow I am up again. Go figure.

Well atleast the house looks nice and clean and hopefully I can manage to sneak a little nap at some point.

I hope all the people that come to read my blog are having a great sleep, or had a great nights sleep. Take care and enjoy my random thoughts lol.

I found these questions on Akelamalu's blog

2009-07-24T14:35:00.000-07:00

I found these questions on Akelamalu's blog and figured I would try and answer them lol. *REMEMBER TO CONTINUE TWO POSTS DOWN FOR MY 55*

The Mission Impossible Meme

Okey Dokey here's the second Queen's Meme from Mimi Queen Of Memes, where every Tuesday she will put up a new meme for us serfs to participate in with the threat of being thrown in the dungeon if we don't do it!

1. You are a guest on the space shuttle. You just arrived on the moon and realize you forgot something back home that you can't live without. What is it and how do you convince them to go back and fetch it? I am going to say that I may have forgot to pack my toothbrush which isn't likely but I would convince that morning breath is something none of us want to have to face but then again the only person breathing it in would be ourselves cause we would have our space suits and helmets on and well ewwww.

2. Pretend you are a teacher in a rough public school for one day. You have been assigned to teach Manners 101. You have the "challenging bad butt kids" class (remember this is a pretend school and anyway I can't say ass on my blog 'cause it's so unQueenly and I might get fined or something).

They are jumping up and down, cursing, and throwing things at you.

What is the first thing you would write on the board?Got Diploma? Then I am sure I would get ha thats funny or huh got diploma? Whats that mean? Simple you don't behave and you won't make it to graduation cause I am kicking your butt right on out the front doors.

3. Someone in your family or a friend has started a blog. They think it is anonymous but you have figured it out. They are saying derogatory things about you. Do you tell them or do you read it for awhile? Oh yeah I read it for awhile.

How would you handle it? Oh there is bound to be a family gathering where I can get a few good jabs in that they might not at first realize until a little later when they go oh no she knows, lol oh yeah I know and now I am holding it over your head lol.

4. If you had one dollar left in your pocket, what would you spend it on? I would drop it in a charity for children. I believe that the children are our future and there is always someone or something that needs that last dollar more than I do. Who knows they say one good deed deserves another right?

5. President Obama and the First Lady are coming over for dinner. What do you serve? Pizza but of course. Why change now. That is who I am very informal, full of fun, love my jeans and t-shirts and love to cut jokes. Not changing for anyone and hey with a partysize the secret service can grab a few slices too lol.

6. You walk in on your lover. They are trying on your clothes. I think I would have to pretend I was a flight attendant at this point and use both my hands to point out the exits and ofcourse and follow it up with hope the door doesn't hit you in the ass on your way out. OOps was that unqueenly of me? I prefer to be a princess cause queen is mighty stuffy don't you think?

7. Every astronaut must have shots! Choose your vaccination: You only get one and you can't enjoy any of the attributes of the other choices. You choose either: (1) The fountain of eternal youth and sexual vigor but only for 10 years (2) perfect health for a lifetime (3) eternal mind-numbing nirvana and peace of mind (4) unlimited hedonism for one year with no negative consequences

I am going with number 2. If I have perfect health for a lifetime well then my sexual vigor should be pretty good, and well I will always be the fountain of youth just ask my kids I am currently 21 lol shhhhhh. I have peace of mind but its not mind numbing I am sure it should be some days, and I believe every day should give you opportunities that bring about ultimate pleasure and there shouldn't be negative consequences if you are doing what you believe in and doing what you know is right.

2009-07-24T08:46:00.000-07:00

*CONTINUE DOWN TO NEXT POST FOR 55 BUT LISTEN TO THE SONG IN ITS ENTIRETY HERE*

Flash Friday 55 (lyrics from Mariah Carey's song Butterfly)

2009-07-24T08:41:00.000-07:00

When you love someone so deeply
They become your life
It's easy to succumb to overwhelming fears inside
Blindly I imaged I could
Keep you under glass
Now I understand to hold you
I must open my hands
And watch you rise

[Chorus:]
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly

*I love this song*

Benefits of Girls Night Outs

2009-07-18T09:27:00.000-07:00

Wow what a great time I had last night. First time in a long time that I got to get out with friends without kids go figure lol. One of the girls that came is a great friend of mine but I haven't gotten to see her in six years I believe was the last time we got together. We have managed to stay in contact via email everyday for the last two years just haven't had any down time between the two of us. Anyways there were four of us all total last night.

Our night started out at a local bead shop where we all made some cute things. I made a necklace from some beads and a main pendant piece that my youngest daughter had picked out for my special night out. It actually came out quite nice when all completed. I added the crystals to each side of the main pendant piece and crimped the sides so that the beads would not be free to move around and then I added my clasp which was sterling with a cute heart shape. My friend from high school made a great chunky pendant out of turquoise and black spacer beads it came out very nice for a first piece. Then one of the other girls made a very nice black beaded stretchy bracelet which was great. The last friend made something a little more intricate lol and wow it came out so nice. She made a three stranded variated bead necklace in sterling with the prettiest gray beads absolutely awesome. Good job to all of us.

I think we laughed so hard we nearly peed our pants talking about high school days, delivery stories of our children, and just life in general.

I think every one should be entitled to their girls or guys night out. The benefits are just so awesome. I mean the stress I had built up just out of daily stuff and work and what have you just to be able to get out not worry and take our times and converse with other adults was wonderful. I came home feeling like a weight had been lifted. I have already got plans for next months GNO and it will be rock climbing. I am afraid of heights but I am sure this will be an experience we all won't forget.

*The above pic is of the necklace I made very simple but it was fun* PLEASE CONTINUE DOWN 2 POSTS FOR MY 55

Yay me I won the Duckling Award from Prayer Girl!

2009-07-17T10:02:00.000-07:00

CONTINUE TO NEXT POST FOR MY 55 THANKS!!!

Flash Friday 55 (Its a Mom Thing)

2009-07-17T07:53:00.000-07:00

Tossing turning
alarm beeps,
hit it for one
last snooze.

Kids awake,
is breakfast
ready yet!?

Mom! she's being
mean to me!!!

Mom! She won't
play with me!

Take a shower
get refreshed.

Open door dogs
looking up
its walk time.

Fasten leash
off we go.

Whoa boy!

Laundry started
lunches made
its off to work
I go!

The Wooden Bowl (Kudos to the 4 yr old)

2009-07-10T15:49:00.000-07:00

The Wooden Bowl

I guarantee you will remember the tale of the Wooden Bowl tomorrow, a week from now, a month from now,
a year from now.
A frail old man went to live with his son, daughter-in-law, and four-year-old grandson.
The old man's hands trembled, his eyesight was blurred, and his step faltered
The family ate together at the table. But the elderly grandfather's shaky hands and
failing sight made eating difficult. Peas rolled off his spoon onto the floor.
When he grasped the glass, milk spilled on the tablecloth.
The son and daughter-in-law became irritated with the mess.
'We must do something about father,' said the son.
'I've had enough of his spilled milk, noisy eating, and food on the floor.'
So the husband and wife set a small table in the corner.
There, Grandfather ate alone while the rest of the family enjoyed dinner.
Since Grandfather had broken a dish or two, his food was served in a wooden bowl.
When the family glanced in Grandfather's direction, sometimes he had a tear in his eye as he sat alone.
Still, the only words the couple had for him were sharp admonitions when he dropped a fork or spilled food.
The four-year-old watched it all in silence.
One evening before supper, the father noticed his son playing with wood scraps on the floor.
He asked the child sweetly, 'What are you making?' Just as sweetly, the boy responded,
'Oh, I am making a little bowl for you and Mama to eat your food in when I grow up.
' The four-year-old smiled and went back to work.

The words so struck the parents so that they were speechless. Then tears started to stream down their cheeks. Though no word was spoken, both knew what must be done.
That evening the husband took Grandfather's hand and gently led him back to the family table.
For the remainder of his days he ate every meal with the family. And for some reason,
neither husband nor wife seemed to care any longer when a fork was dropped, milk spilled, or the tablecloth soiled.

PLEASE CONTINUE TO NEXT POST FOR MY 55 Thank you.

Flash Friday 55 (flight)

2009-07-10T09:38:00.000-07:00

Sorry I am about three words over this week.

"If you had wings,
where would you go"? she asked.

Well I would fly high above
all the pretty flowers but,
not too high though.

"Why not too high"? she asked.
Because I want to be able to
fly close to enough to you so
that when you feel a light
breeze tickle your skin
you'll know its me.

She smiled.

Oncology

2009-07-08T16:28:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to thank everyone who kept my little boy in their thoughts and prayers. He had his first oncology appointment yesterday. I am still awaiting some test results to come back and he is scheduled for two more tests to take place in two weeks. Please continue to keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you all.

Flash Friday 55 (Surf Day)

2009-07-03T09:14:00.000-07:00

The perfect day
perfect weather,
not too hot,
not too cold.

The breeze would
be light but,
refreshing.

A surfers dream day.
The waves would be
plentiful.

Hurrying to get
ready. They loaded
up and headed to
the beach.

White sand at their feet.
The ocean air is
all they smell.

They crave the waves!

Flash Friday 55 (Profound) Yep I am late lol

2009-06-24T11:55:00.002-07:00

Somedays you smell
the roses

On most days
you don't

Somedays are great
others not so good

Sometimes someone
or something makes
a profound statement

These are the days that
consume us

They're thought provoking
Many what if's come into
our minds

Do we ever get
the answers to
those what if's?

If so when?

Sorry I was late posting this but its up.

Help Please

2009-06-24T11:55:00.001-07:00

Can anyone tell me how can I add someone else as part of my blogging team to add stuff to a blog? Thanks

We have a Match

2009-06-22T07:32:00.000-07:00

I am so excited and pleased to announce that after last nights meeting with the "potential" service/therapy dog for my son we have a match. All the kids my three daughters and my son really enjoyed looking at the pups. We all fell in love with one little guy who is a chunky monkey lol. He is absolutely adorable. His name that we decided on will be Dodger. He will be ten weeks old when we bring him home on July 3rd. He is a black AKC registered lab. Both mom and dad were on premise last night absolutely gorgeous loving dogs. So gentle the mom and pop were. Thank you all for crossing your fingers and wishing us luck. We have seen many and have enjoyed this experience but this one is meant to be. In the posted pics you will see the larger dark lab is the mother of Dodger. The white lab is the father of Dodger I fell in love with him he was such a sweety. You will see my oldest daughter holding the pup then you will see our pup with his dad then with his mom then with me.

A prayer answered?

2009-06-21T14:18:00.000-07:00

The call has come. Does this mean my prayer for a service/therapy dog for my son has been answered? Well I am not sure it has been but,I will let you know after the meeting of the puppy tonight. I am so excited. It is a lab. So this is what I have been holding out for. I have gone to see several dogs and have turned them down either cause it wasn't the right dog or wasn't a match. I want the dog and my son to have a connection. So hopefully tonight we will have a match. I plan on taking pics and will post them later. To all you dads out there I hope you are having a great Father's Day.

Yahoo!

2009-06-19T14:41:00.000-07:00

OMG I am so excited. I can't stand it lol. I am dancing around waving my hands in the air. I got my official letter from the Dean of Student's today. I made the Dean's List yahoo. Hip Hip Hooray! Can you tell I am so excited lol? Okay now look below this posting for my 55!

Flash Friday 55 The end

2009-06-19T04:55:00.000-07:00

Another day
beep beep beep
goes the alarm clock.

With a stretch and a yawn
they are all awake.
Hesitant to go yet, anxious
as today will be the last
of this year.

They anticipate
an adventurous summer.
Lots of fun things to do.

The bell dings.
You can hear the screams.
School is out!

*Congrats to all the grads of 2009, and to all the students for completing yet another school year.*

Strawberries, Streaks, Squeals

2009-06-16T09:25:00.000-07:00

Hey there just me with one of those random thought moments. I will try and touchdown on all three of the above mentioned things, strawberries, streaks and squeals.

First is strawberries. I have never ever been overly fond of anything strawberry flavored or the real things themselves. They do smell nice, and it is fun to pick them. This year I must of been having a very therapeutic and relaxing time while picking cause I estimated I picked maybe 6 pounds worth but when I weighed the two flats that I had picked, the first flat had 6 pounds, and the second flat had 8 pounds. Holy toledo that is 14 pounds of strawberries!!! Anyone for a daiquiri? I took these bad boys home washed them up put them in a ziplock freezer baggie okay multiple baggies. I gave some away and kept some. I have to say these buggers are big, juicy, and well sweet. So despite the fact that I normally don't like them they are actually very tasty. My middle daughter loves strawberries. Tonight it is going to be hashbrowns and some strawberry pancakes yumalicious.

Next topic is streaks. Okay no I am not streaking the neighbors or anything like that, this involves the oldest daughter. She is not streaking either by the way. She is an honor roll student every year, this year she has not done that for every semester she has done it for two. However, the grades are still good. The deal was if she maintained her grades she could streak it blue. So the other night after picking strawberries which she dislikes very much but, was a great help this year at picking, she asked, "hey mom you know how you said if I got good grades I could get my hair colored blue?" I said,"yep" she said,"can I still do that?" I said, "you bet". So now we will be visiting our great and long time hairdresser for some streaks to see how she likes it. I at first had suggested doing just the tips but then at dinner we decided on a few streaks.

Okay Squeals, well you see we are still in school here until the 24th of the month. So the squeals comes in the form of excitement. One school is almost out, two is today is field day, third omg school is almost out lol. Okay so last night I got each kid prepared with proper team colors. Oldest daughter has a shirt that was made by her teacher for todays event and her teams colors are blue green and white, middle daughter is red team, youngest daughter is green team. So I did everyone's nails in the color of team colors. Yes oldest daughter has every other nail done in green and blue not the white, middle is blazing red with some sparkles, youngest is a limey green very cool. LOL. Can't wait to hear which teams won what.

flash Friday 55 (hurry)

2009-06-12T11:16:00.001-07:00

Scurrying and hurrying.
Thats all I seem to do somedays.
Heart is pounding, pulse is racing.
The toaster ovens timer just dinged.
Kid is screaming, I can't find my socks!
Mom WHERE IS MY SOCKS?
Look at the clock HOLY SHIT.
Skidaddle.
Hair done, check. Make-up done check.
Babysitter not here? WTF?

*My chaotic morning getting ready for a big IEP meeting*

Wow what a Weekend

2009-06-08T10:49:00.000-07:00

This weekend was busy busy busy. My niece graduated on Friday. Saturday kicked off with everyone wanting to do different things. The two oldest kids went off with friends, and the two youngest and I went on some cool little outings. First outing was to the mall, first stop was Build a Bear gotta love it. My youngest daughter wanted to make springtime bear which is a totally beautiful bear. Her fur is a bright pink and there is flowers all throughout. She got a cute outfit to boot. My son who is the baby of the family, he is also Autistic, well he did not feel like making one of the animals he just had fun looking at everything and seeing how it all worked. So then off to The Childrens Place for a couple of new summer outfits then to Target so little man could pick out something since he didn't want a build a bear. He picked out some finger paints, and a mini bowling set and it seems like he picked out a game that both he and the little princess my youngest daughter can play together. So then we hustle to one other store cause I needed to get something that I just couldn't find anywhere. So then it was homeword bound. Everyone into pj's get a drink put on a funny show and crash. Sunday morning rise and shine early stop off at my all time fave farmstand, get veggies for my garden. I go 6 red bell pepper plants, 6 hungarian style hot pepper plants, 3 pickling cuke plants, 2 zucchini plants, 6 dill plants. I got flowers for my grandparents grave site and a high towering shade loving Lily for myself absolutely gorgeous. I had to stop back home drop off my plants and grab my camera. I like to send my mom pics of what I plant up at the cemetary. Then it was to the cemetary where I planted and little princess watered the plants. From there we headed home to grab a drink and a potty break, then to the Classic Car Show. Wonderful cars. One of my faves was a Biscayne, there was a few that looked like the ZZ top car, a lot of GTO's there was a cool band that was playing. Two clowns Beeper and Poppy. A huge retro VW hippie bus that was for the band but they didn't stay in it to play they were right down on the hard top jammin. So after the car show homeward bound to plant my veggies and clean up the yard some. Then I stank so off to the shower then all kids were home so it was a moment of we all scream for ice cream yahoo. I was craving pistachio but couldn't resist the kahlua so there you have it a fun filled action packed workout of a wonderful weekend enjoy the pics. Some are from the car show, some are of the build a bear some are of the veggie garden some of the lily, some of the pretty flowers on the cemetary. Oh yes an there is a couple of pics of my rose bushes, and by the way my 55 is just below this post. Ejoy!

Flash Friday 55(TGIF)

2009-06-05T06:24:00.000-07:00

A little bit of this
A little bit of that

Shake Shake Shake

A spring of mint for garnish
A beautiful red sunset colored
beverage was poured into the
cocktail glasses.

With a smile on their faces
and a glass in hand
they raise their glasses for a toast.

To friendship. And finally TGIF!

Flash Friday 55 (Migraines)

2009-05-29T11:15:00.000-07:00

Banging, throbbing,
excruciating pain!

Tears well up
I am too tired.

Need sleep.
DESPERATELY!

Any sound, any light
amplifies the pain.

My breathing
gets more rapid.

I try to escape
to a tranquil place.

Where there no sounds,
just a soothing breeze.

Still the pain is there.

The pain of migraines.

Carry on Tuesday Second Prompt

2009-05-27T13:57:00.000-07:00

It was a
bright cheery day

Flowers in bloom
birds singing

People bustling from one thing
to another.

Children having fun
laughing and giggling

The pastry shop
doors wide open
as the sweet scents
filled the air.

Down to the local
theater I could hear them

Here is a place
where magic is
made everyday,
every week,
every month.

As I got closer
"Everyone suddenly
burst out singing,
and I was filled with
such delight".

"=the prompt line.

Flash Friday 55 (inspiration)

2009-05-22T05:30:00.000-07:00

Inspiration comes in
many forms

Once inspired, it becomes
a dream, or a passion

This passion turns
into your baby,
your creation.

The beginning of it is
hard work and dedication.

Lots of research
Lots of getting the word out

The night comes and your
passion makes its debut

Your work has paid off. Thank You!

*I felt awesome last night after my first meeting for the Autism Support Group I created was held*

I hope everyone has a wonderful long weekend and Happy Memorial Day to all.

Wow 2009 where oh where did you go?

2009-05-20T07:16:00.000-07:00

I was thinking today when I wrote an email to my dear friend across the pond in jolly ole England (Keith) that wow this year has flown by. I know some may say what is the big deal they all do. Wrong this year just seems to have gone by faster than some of the years in the past. I was thinking wow winter is truly through, Spring has sprung everything is in full bloom and things are green trees are full it is just so pretty out there. This gave me hope that Summer is truly on its way. The sun is shining so bright today and we are going to have a record high the majority of this week of it being in the 80's unreal and so nice to hear and feel trust me. After the winter months I welcome this unusal heat wave with welcome arms. So where did this year go? It just seems that it came and is almost gone. Am I alone in this feeling of 2009?

Carry On Tuesdays First Prompt

2009-05-18T18:20:00.000-07:00

Ahhh fresh air, finally!
A smile came across her face. It had been a record high heat wave of a month. Many had been hospitalized due to heat stroke, and dehydration.
Now finally thirty days since the heatwave began, they were finally getting a break. A much needed one at that. They had a horrendous downpour, then some heavy winds. The sky had been dark and dreary, perhaps more bad weather would be rolling in. By the time she had gotten home, and had eaten her dinner, she had noticed a change in the overall appearance of the outside and just the weather in general. A lighter feeling in the atomsphere. She went out on her porch. She immediately noticed there was no humidity, and there was a very gently breeze one of those that caress your body as you feel it brush against you.
It was then with camera in hand that the night sky caught her eye. She thought to herself "A cloudless night like this can set the spirit soaring".
After a few pics of the night sky, she went inside to jot down a few ideas inspired by this awesome evening.

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Flash Friday 55 (pressure)

2009-05-17T18:56:00.000-07:00

The thud loud in my ear,
as my heart races.

I can feel the sweat
rolling down my face.

Tick Tock the clock begins
to race. My mind moving
faster than my hand can write.

My head begins to spin.
Things get blurry.
Heart races.

Take a deep breath.
Let out a big sigh!
I finished

*On completing a final exam*

2009-05-13T14:17:00.000-07:00

Hey there just thought I would let everyone know you can now follow me if you find that I am all that interesting lol on Twitter. Yes I have joined the millions of Twitters out there. I am WillowBreeze1 okay I hope everyone is having a great day and I am going to go and start dinner. Ciao.

To all the MOM's

2009-05-09T21:39:00.000-07:00

To all the Mom's that read my blog:

I hope you all have a terrific Mother's Day!!!

Flash Friday 55 hello is there a cowboy around?

2009-05-08T14:30:00.000-07:00

Satin sheets
red wine
roses fresh from the vine
such sweet treats.

Tall dark and handsome
A cowboy in disguise
I wish he would come hold me for ransom.

Give me a moment to stare in his eyes
Time with him is so divine.
As his words echo in my mind.
"Care to swing on my vine?"

Spring Clean up

2009-05-04T07:20:00.000-07:00

I usually look forward to this. Right now I am dreading it. However in the end it will all be worth it. How many of you have started your Spring cleaning? Better yet who is procrastinating on it? I am procrastinating only cause I am down and out with pneumonia at present but, I think a little of it is because I have it set in my mind I am going to paint and organize as well. Yeah I know organizing comes along with the whole Spring cleanup but hey I got a lot of organizing to do. A lot of thoughts on what I want to get done, get accomplished and how things should look. So we will see if I can get it all accomplished and done by the second week of June. No pressure lol.

Flash Friday 55 (Mmmmm)

2009-05-01T05:08:00.001-07:00

Silky yet a bit sticky.
Smooth with just a little shine.
Deep chocolate brown.

Watching it swirl, and swirl,
until it finally makes a pool
in the bottom of the glass.

Take that silver spoon
mixing it with the milk.
Watching as the milk turns
to the nicest chocolatiest color.

Mmmm chocolate milk pure deliciousness.

2009-04-28T07:33:00.000-07:00

Check these out

2009-04-27T16:40:00.000-07:00

A day at the park I certainly couldn't refuse the opportunity to have my camera in my hand taking some beautiful pics. Enjoy.

Flash Friday 55 (A hikin we will go)

2009-04-24T16:58:00.000-07:00

A hiking we go
all six of us
backpacks in tow.

No worries,
No hurry

Bees a buzzing,
Birds a chirping.

Long trails
slippery rocks
upon the rivers bottom.

Everyone buddy up
a hiking we will go.

A scuffle in the leaves,
eyes bulging in disbelief.

Have no fear.
A hiking we will go.

Earth Day was Yesterday

2009-04-23T10:43:00.000-07:00

Okay just wondering how many people joined the millions around the world in celebration of Earth Day? Well I did in one way but not so much in other ways that I probably could have. The way that I did contribute was at 9pm my time my whole household powered down for 1 full minute. Next year we will try something else and the powering down but it was a start and we did it. Tell me what you did would love to hear how others celebrated Earth Day.

I Got An Interview

2009-04-23T10:39:00.000-07:00

I am so excited right now and just in awe and disbelief. I got a phone call earlier today, one which I originally missed due to having my cell phone on vibrate. Well anyways the call was from a local newspaper and they wanted to interview me. Yes me can you believe it? They had gotten information about me and the Autism support group that I have scheduled to start in May. I was so beside myself. When I returned the call I said wow the word is really spreading and the reporter said oh yes it is lol. I am just so excited. The interview went really well and the article is scheduled to run either this week or next. I am in my glory at the whole thought that I am getting the awareness out there and people are taking notice I couldn't be happier. So to all of you just an FYI April is Autism Awareness Month so show your support.

Something about you

2009-04-19T10:47:00.000-07:00

YOU have taught me a lot in a short amount of time.

You have taught me to enjoy the small things in life,

that not everything is a big deal.

YOU have taught me how to let some things just go

I have yet to master this concept but I am getting there.

YOU make me smile without even trying.

YOU Make me blush and you don't even know it

or perhaps you do.

YOU are always there to listen to me

even if you well maybe don't want to be.

YOU have showed me love without ever coming face to face with me.

YOU are wonderful and don't even know it, or perhaps you do.

YOU know who you are mister Taffy this one was for you.

OMG It had to be created by a MAN!

2009-04-17T09:40:00.000-07:00

Okay who the heck said thin was in? Cause quite honestly fluffy is looking perty darn good right now lol. I have been on this quest to just get healthy overall. Being in the health profession I should look somewhat fit I guess. Anyways last night I was bound and determined to get snacks that weren't packed with calories, sugars, or carbs. So I bought a couple boxes of 100 calorie pack cupcakes or streudel cakey things. Well upon opening them after eating my 90 calorie organic low sodium Butternut squash soup today, I was in pure shock at the size of these cupcakes. It truly had to be a man who created this. One of those men who think his wife or girlfriend need to be on the cover of Fitness, Maxim, or the latest edition of Sports Illustrated. Upon one glance of this I truly was thinking of packing it back in the box and going to the head cashier desk at the grocery store and was going to say "Where's the cupcake?" There is three in a pack hell if they gave me one more I could play connect four. These things are the size of a damn Checker uggggh! I have included a picture of the little dilemma known as a cupcake good grief. It brings tears to my eyes lol.

PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO MY 55 THANK YOU!

Flash Friday 55 (Just me being sappy lol)

2009-04-17T08:01:00.000-07:00

Love with all your heart
and soul.

Be who you want to be,
as long as its the
real you.

Be passionate with all
your passion.

Feel with all the feelings
you have.

Be a friend who will
always remain the
truest of friends.

Laugh from the belly
those are the best.

Always stand TALL.

Flash 55 (Wonders)

2009-04-10T16:30:00.000-07:00

Birds chatter.
Children's laughter.
Delightful sounds to my ears.

Blue skies.
Yellow suns.
The pretty things I get to see.

The smell of fresh cut grass.
The smell of the ocean.
The scents that make me smile.

What a wonderful world,
filled with beautiful things.

Isn't it a wonderful world?

Its wonderful to be alive!

Woohoo

2009-04-09T11:58:00.000-07:00

Finally! I have finally got a place and a definite time to start my Autism Support group. Again for any of you who are new to my blog or who just don't read everything I post which is quite okay, my youngest child my son has Autism. April is world Autism month. I have been quite active in starting up our team for the Autism speaks walk now event which actually doesn't take place until September in our area.

This has been something I have become very passionate about and starting a support group was something I really thought was necessary. So I am now writing up something to be put on our local community television channel. I am so excited yahoo.

Flash Friday 55(Emotions)

2009-04-03T10:27:00.001-07:00

Giggles, laughter, smiles,
tears, sadness.
Emotions.

Everyone has them.
Not everyone knows how
to express them.
Why?

Is happiness the
easiest to express?

Or is it sadness?

Why do we all have problems
with expressing emotions?

Doesn't everyone deserve
to be happy?

Makes me think of the song
"If your happy and you know it."

Emotions, share them.

Flash Friday 55(Spring is in the Air)

2009-03-27T05:48:00.000-07:00

A new beginning.
A new season.
Many changes,
out with the old
in with the new.
Morning dew
settles on a new
petal or two.
Fragrances from all
the new buds,
wafts in the air
so sweet as it tickles
our noses.
Sun shines bright.
Green grass
can be seen.
Spring is in the air.

*pictures taken this morning of my Spring bouquet on my table*

A beginning from Hell

2009-03-21T10:31:00.000-07:00

Ever have one of those days where you feel as if the walls are your bestfriend? Today is my day like that. My day where the walls seem to be the only things that apparently hear me or want to hear me. I feel as if I am in a crowd of people, like I was standing there in the middle at the beginning but as more and more people have gathered around I have been shuffled to the outer shell of this circle like I didn't exist in the first place. I feel as if to be noticed I have had to shout at the top of my lungs just to be looked at by everyone as if "where did that come from" facial expressions has consumed them all. I have gotten their attention for a brief moment only to have them go back to doing whatever it was they were doing in the first place. As if my words were simply just that just words that may have mattered for a mere nano second and then poof disappeared into thin air. Again I shout and repeat myself for what seems like me to be the millionth time. Again the looks overcome their faces and they seem to be listening yet again my words have disappeared into thin air. Oh well maybe someone at some point will hear me today but in the meantime I think I am going to find something peaceful yet enjoyable to do so that my skyhigh bloodpressure at this exact moment may come down. I hope everyone else out there that can hear me will have an enjoyable weekend!!! In the meantime if anyone is listening Cowboy Take me away!

Flash Friday 55(Be YOU!)

2009-03-20T07:22:00.001-07:00

Four sides equals a square.
Round with no sides equals a circle.
How do you make that circle fit into the square?
Or how do you make the square fit in the circle?
YOU don't. So how does one so unique fit into a world that is so materialistic and ignorant?
Easy just be YOU!!!

St. Patrick's Day

2009-03-17T13:30:00.000-07:00

2009-03-17T12:33:00.001-07:00

http://sendables.jibjab.com/view/nHO1pxmN1gjhpSKa

Check me out doing the Irish Step Dance.

Happy St. Patricks Day

2009-03-17T08:26:00.000-07:00

The little man in Green
Once I saw this little man,
who came walking into town.
His clothes were green as ivy,
his coat tails hit the ground.
The buckles on his shoes,
was cast from silver ore.
His walking stick of black thorn
is not something you can ignore.
His hat has a shinny
band of black velvet I believe.
The material of his clothes
was made from a special weave.
Who is this tiny man
that walks around so proud?
Where everyone takes notice
as he stands out in a crowd.
I hear someone call him
a king of his clan.
I think he is a leprechaun
all the way from Ireland.
© Bernard Howe

Ireland is Calling

There is something drawing me,
to a place I've never been.
A land that's a part of me,
and something from within.

It may be from another time,
when I was not around.
But it is drawing me,
in a way thats so profound.

To you it may be a mystery,
why this should be so strong.
But in my soul I know this,
it's where my heart belongs.

The legends and myths,
are always in my mind.
And there I need to go,
to see what I shall find.

If for no other reason,
than to see what's calling.
The time has come for me,
to stop all this stalling.

For Ireland is calling me,
to see its emerald shores.
For my ancestery is calling,
and sometimes it truly roars.

I guess its like a favored son,
that's drawn back to this land.
For this is not something,
that I can understand.

But it is truely out there,
and begging me to come.
It is the birth place,
of my dear and loveing mum.

© Bernard Howe

The Legend of the Shamrock

Long ago, St. Patrick
Taught the Irish about God
By showing them a shamrock
he picked from Erin's sod.
He used the Shamrock's leaves
to symbolize the Three in One--The Holy Ghost, the Father
And His beloved Son.
St. Patrick changed the hearts
and lives of all the Irish race,
and through the years,
in all our hearts,
he holds a special place.
Helen Steiner Rice

To the right in the video bar I have added the Celtic Woman and Dropkick Murphy's for some extra added Irish celebration fun!!!

Flash Friday 55 (Splash)

2009-03-12T20:19:00.000-07:00

Fragrant bouquet
exotic rose and coconut
to be exact.

The radio playing
the song Breathe
echoing in the bathroom.

Bubbles dance on
the waters surface.

Beautiful, elegant,
yet playful

Splishing, splashing,
relaxin, unwinding.

Random thoughts circulate
as my day playsout over and over
again.

Just to sit, relax,
and listen oh what a
priceless moment.

Friday Flash 55 (mmmm)

2009-03-06T05:12:00.001-08:00

With every thrust of the hand.
With every lick and nibble.
Oh how I can't stop thinking of you!

Your package is such a wonderful surprise.
A mouth pleaser to say the least!

To think you live in a tree
making chocolate chip cookies just for me!

Oh you Keebler elves.
Time to stock shelves.

Live Laugh Love Willow's new journey

2009-03-05T08:42:00.000-08:00

Live-We all do it everyday. Somedays harder and more challenging than the next but no matter what we do it. Whether there is a smile on our face or tears in our eyes as long as we are breathing we are living. No matter what happens we will make it through it and if it didn't kill us it will make us stronger or so the saying goes. Right now I am living just like everyone else but there is a passion growing in me and as most of you know that passion is revolving around Autism and learning more and more about it as my son grows more and more everyday. I love the progress he has made and continues to make. I love that my daughters all three of them have found ways to help him with different activities and I love that they love there brother.

Laugh-If I didn't laugh I wouldn't be living cause god knows my days are often under a black cloud lol. Perfect example the night before Thanksgiving this year I was cleaning the refrigerator and dropped the glass shelf on my big toe on my left foot and ended up with three stitches. While shopping at Walmart my car was hit and do you think someone saw anything? I hate Walmart and everyone knows that but I needed something that I knew they had and oh god who cares lol. Someone once said she can't remember a time she hasn't seen a smile on my face no matter what is going on. Again if I didn't I would be spending my time in a padded room lol.

Love-I am full of unconditional love especially for my family, friends, my work, my passions, and desires. Love is a wonderful thing!

So what is my new journey? It is quite simple. Or I say that rather nonchalantly I guess but, I have decided to start up a support group in my town and I so hope it trickles to neighboring communities and towns. The support group will be for other parents of children with Autism as well as a support group for sibs of autistic children. I am hoping to get this up and running by next month. So there you have it my newest journey.

Make a recycled piggybank

2009-03-02T14:13:00.000-08:00

Today we got wholluped with a doozy of a snowstorm. School was cancelled and ofcourse everyone wants to do something. So in the March edition of Family Fun they feature a project titled Recycled piggybanks and ofcourse theirs are done in pink. Well we put a little spin on our piggies. We decided ours were going to be patchwork pigs. I used the pastel tissue paper and we modge podged our bottles and what turned out was a great bunch of pastel recycled papermached piggybanks.

Flash 55 (butterflies life)

2009-02-27T10:01:00.000-08:00

To touch the sky
floating miles high

Arms spread
eyes closed

colors in hues
of orange, yellow and red
Perhaps a splash of blue

To land ever so delicately
amongst a petal of a lilly

To be awed at
to be free to glide where ever
the wind takes me
ahhh the life of a butterfly!

Friday Flash 55 "Slick"

2009-02-20T12:47:00.002-08:00

S=sassy, sexy, super

L=Likeable, luscious

I=icing on the cake, intelligent

C=Caring, Cautious, compassionate,considerate, cuddly, cute

K=Kind, Knowledgable

I have been called slick chick a couple of times before. Today, I thought was a great day to break down the meaning of slick, and I think I summed it up!

Please take a look at the below link

2009-02-18T11:39:00.000-08:00

As most of you know by now my son who is two has Autism. In September we will be doing our Autism walk. I am providing a link for all of you who come to my blog to please click on. You can keep track of our team which is named Ryan the Lion in honor of my son, as well as make donations on this site. Autism will affect 1 out of every 150 child born each year. So come on and make a difference. Even though you personally may not know someone with Autism, you maybe incredibly surprised to know that Dan Akroyd the actor/comedian/husband/father has Autism. http://www.walknowforautism.org/wne/willowbreeze

Fash 55 (mysterious)

2009-02-13T06:48:00.000-08:00

Smokey eyes
ruby red lips
toussled hair
was it all a disguise?
who is she?
what is she?
reflections flicker
from the past
or was it all really
happening?
her mind spinning
was it time
or would she play
the game awhile longer?
After all nobody
knew it was her,
or so she thought.
Mysterious!

LOL and Happy Friday the 13th to everyone!!!

Flash 55 Artistry

2009-02-06T21:36:00.000-08:00

She did it! The masterpiece was complete. It was bold and full of character. The little artist all of eight. Had tapped her fingers, shook her head and shed some tears. But in the end she did it. Another challenge accomplised. The little artist was all smiles as handed her artwork to her mom.

Hey it is my 100th post and a good one it is

2009-02-04T10:16:00.000-08:00

To everyone who comes here and enjoys reading my gibberish please take the time to click this link and read this little girls story as well as watch the video clips in red that show her progression over the week. As you all know Autism hit my home in August of 2008 sending my lil boy into the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit due to seizures that are associated with Autism. Thanks to all who come to my blog. www.cnn.com/autism/

Furthering my medical knowledge and talents

2009-02-03T13:27:00.000-08:00

Okay some of you may or may not know that I am back to school. I am furthering my studies in medicine. Anyways I just got my first grade on a quiz back and I am happy to announce I scored a 100 so I am so excited. Just wanted to scream that to everyone Yahoo!!! Okay now don't get too excited, I had one person say hey maybe you can sew me up one day. NO NO NO please don't go and do that to me lol. I would prefer to see a smile and no tears and I would prefer everyone stay healthy and not have to visit me in the work environment lol. So Take care all will keep you posted as my studies continue and all that good stuff. For those of you who do not know my profession is Nursing but I have been doing that for quite sometime Ciao for now

Sunday scribblings prompt shadows or phantoms

2009-01-26T11:23:00.000-08:00

Huh what? No not now go away. As she wiped her hand across her face as if to make someone go away, she was still asleep but answering the voices. These voices visited her often. Somedays the voices had faces, somedays they were shadows. The shadows seemed to piss her off more than anything because, she knew she should be able to place the face to the conversation but, why was it so unclear. Who was it? Although most times she welcomed the voices and shadows, there were days she could live without the visitors and this was one of those days.

It began with spicey food, something she has learned she must never eat before going to bed. Not only do these wierd visitors and voices come to her but, she also gets the reflux which can totally result in lack of sleep and not to mention an over all piss poor attitude for those who have to deal with her the following morning.

Anyways everything seemed okay. She thought she was so darn tired from all the work recently that even the spicey food couldn't take away her sleep. She started to read but got bored five pages into it promising herself that she would definetly finish this book no matter what but tonight was not going to be that day. She channel surfed and thought of the what of could've beens in her life. Thought of the things that always had to be done that she never had time for but the things that really needed her attention. Always promising to get around to it. She thought of the people in her life, some she could do without and others she was grateful for every moment she has with them. Then there were the ones who over the years have passed on. There were memories that made her burst out laughing, there were the ones that brought tears, there was vivid rememberances of promises and conversations that had flown easily from one persons lips to her ears. She knew it was a great moment just to be able to hold onto the memories and to recapture them. Why could she not do so in her dreams? Why when it took a turn for the worse or got real serious could she not make out the shadow of whom was talking? All of that did not matter right at this moment for her eyes had grown real heavy, and she knew she should not fight sleep. She turned off her bedside light and closed her eyes.

She was in a field it was dark. The wheat was swaying back and forth. She was on the ground looking up, hands were dirty, clothes tattered. There was nobody there she called out wanting someone to hear her. She wasn't quite sure what had just happened but, whatever it was it hadn't been good. She believed it might have been a tornado but there was nothing there that was easy for her to recognize.

The voice kept calling to her it was hard to hear but then she did hear it, it got louder and seemed closer. She could see a person but not clearly it was a tall person and a male voice was yelling Run, Run, Run damn it we are over here! Trying to make her way to the shadow the voice that was so beckoning her to safety. The harder she tried, the shadow seemed to always be ahead of her. I can't, please help me, who are you? Run, Run, Run dammit we are over here! I can't I can't as she fell to her knees crying. No not now, go away as she wiped the tears from her face.

Why I am at it. Another random Friday thought

2009-01-23T06:32:00.001-08:00

I am not a drinker. I will have one at a wedding or something like that but on a regular basis it is nothing that I have to have. Well last night for some reason I was really wanting a mudslide. For those of you who are not familiar with a mudslide lets just say mmmmmm yumalicious. It is kahulua, baileys, and some rum and chocolate syrup drizzled in there and oh is it ever so good. I downed two like there was nothing to it. The effects soon followed but hey that was fine I was rather giggly lol. Anyways why is it that so many people feel like crap after drinking, and I feel just fine this morning? Makes you wonder is this how most people get hooked on it if so I never ever want another drink.

TGIF random thought

2009-01-23T06:28:00.000-08:00

Okay is it me, or do I have a black cloud that looms above me? If so can someone anyone please zap it for me. I am so through with winter. Yes I can admit the snow is pretty there I said it. It is also fun to play in. I can also say it is enough already. So for the past couple of days the sun has been shining and the temps were brrrrific at the beginning of the week now towards the end of the week they are getting nicer okay well 38 is a heat wave right now. Here is the dilemma just as we get the warm weather and I am noticing more people in the last two days have actually been out and about walking and jogging we are once again going to get hammered with yet another storm. So is it me or what? Holy Crap!!! Anyone out there listening if you have an island can you please please let me stay there until winter is over? Thank you lol.

Sundays Scribbling Prompt Pilgrimage

2009-01-16T18:58:00.001-08:00

If I took a journey
to end up on my knees
to say a prayer in your honor

Would you see me?
Would you hear my pleas?

To see you one more time,
to hear your voice, to get a hug
or to hear another story that had
been told already once too many.

To hear you laugh
to take away your pain.

To let you know
you are thought about each and everyday.

You will never be forgotten
You are and will forever be in my heart
I miss you every day

Some days are harder than others
some days just make me smile
perhaps a tear or two just because
it would be better if you were here

To know you could talk to me
you could argue with me
you could joke with me
or even tell me what a pain
in the ass I am

I miss you and to you dad this is
my pilgrimage to you.

Why?

2009-01-14T05:52:00.000-08:00

Why is it that anytime you get really motivated to do something, something else happens? Like subzero temps, or perhaps a meteor falls on ya? I think we have all had these moments. I swear everytime I say no matter what this is what I am going to do something happens to say ha you wish chick. So someone out there tell me why lol?

Sunday Scribblings prompt Organic

2009-01-08T14:45:00.000-08:00

The dictionary gives this as one of numerous definitions of the word organic:

1.
noting or pertaining to a class of chemical compounds that formerly comprised only those existing in or derived from plants or animals, but that now includes all other compounds of carbon.

To me this was an interesting prompt for Sunday Scribblings, I think that if we are creative enough there can be numerous takes on this prompt. So now here is my take on organic.

In todays world, we are encouraged to be healthy, to exercise, and eat things in moderation. Do we do this as a whole in society? No we do not. Do we indulge in all that we want? For the most part I would say yes.

What is moderation? What is healthy? What is exercise? Why the hype on organic free range foods?

I think everyone has to realize that moderation is going to vary from one person to the next. For one thing we are not all the same size, our metabolism rates aren't all the same, and everyone has certain criteria that just has to be met whether it be from a medical point, or just due to their genetic makeups to religious beliefs. So moderation will be determined by your bodies height, weight, and BMI=body mass index. So what does this mean? This means that due to a chart that may say that at 5'7 if you are a female you should weigh 133 lbs. However, this may not be good for all 5'7 inch tall females. Some women have large bones, some medium, some small. You may have a fast metabolism, you may have a slow one. You may be active and you may not. So your correct daily intake will depend on this. We do know that moderation is some key to weight loss and making you eat properly. We also know that eating six small meals a day is key to keeping up your energy as well as speeding up that metabolism if done with the proper foods. Such has protein, fruit, and veggies, nuts and berries and ofcourse plenty of water all day long.

Healthy to me is depending on how much you are willing to work to maintain your proper weight, eat a healthy diet and incorporating exercise. To some healthy may vary well be eating whatever, whenever and no exercise. Everyone has their own definition.

Exercise is movement. We all do it whether it is getting up from bed and going to the bathroom you have moved. So what is the big deal? The big deal is that you need to change up the routine. You need to warm up, speed up, and cool down. You need to do this atleast 4-5 times a week and get in atleast half hour to forty five minutes of it. You will see increase in energy, less fatigue, and perhaps you won't be as hungry. Also can help with decreasing stress, and helping to get you out of a catagory of unfit and heading for cardiac issues as well as other health issues that can be traumatic as well as fatal.

So why the hype on organic free range foods? Well the reason is cause these are foods that have not had additives or preservatives added to them to enhance their flavor, or color. You get them exactly as they are in the truest and puriest form. The hype is with the big alarm about our country being so obese, people are beginning to take notice. Some people are doing it cause it is the "fad" thing to do. These types of food will cost you much more than your grocery store foods. Can you find some in the grocery store yes you can. The best places to go are your whole food stores or stores like Trader Joes. They use local farmers who are all about being organic. They only use what is in nature to get the best of results. So what does organic mean to me? Organic means truly simple in its purest form.

Sunday Scribblings prompt For Richer or Poorer

2009-01-05T06:25:00.001-08:00

When I first saw this prompt I really didn't quite know which way I wanted to approach this. But by golly I think I got it now lol.

I am richer for knowing the things I do, I am richer for having been lucky enough to meet some really wonderful people.

I am poorer for not knowing all that I probably could, I am poorer for having met some really ignorant people and not being able to make them see things in a better light.

I am richer for having a loving family, I am richer to be greeted with their smiles, love and laughter.

I am poorer for not having all the family members I began my life with due to illnesses or just because they lived a full life and it was their time. I am poorer for knowing that some people don't have love, laughter, or smiles in their life instead they are always full of anger, frustration and hurt.

I am richer to have things that some people can only dream to have, I am richer for just loving life.

I am poorer for not being able to give all that I have to those that are less fortunate, although I do donate to charitable organizations and participate in walks and fundraiser it still isn't enough. I am poorer knowing that my love of life is something that someone else is missing out on.

I am richer for knowing that maybe some day my wishes for happiness, and good health to all will some day come true.

I am poorer for knowing that my wish for happiness and good health to all is simply a wish.

I am richer just for being me.

This gives me goosebumps

2009-01-01T14:17:00.000-08:00

I Am Autism
You never know how true it is until you have a kid or two with Autism..
Hello. Allow me to introduce myself to you. My name is Autism.
Perhaps you know me or know of me. I am a condition, a "disorder" that affects many people. I strike at will, when and where I want.
Unlike Downs Syndrome or other birth "defects," I leave no marks on those I strike. In fact, I pride myself on the ability to infiltrate a childs life, while leaving him or her strikingly handsome. Many people may not even know that I am there. They blame the child for what I cause him or her to do.
I am Autism and I do as I please.
I am Autism. I strike boys and girls, infants and toddlers. I find my best victims to be boys around the age of 2, but any child will do. I like children and they are always the true victims, though I take hostage the others in the child's family as well. It is a bit like getting two for the price of one. I affect one child and infect the entire family.
I am Autism. I strike rich and poor alike. The rich combat me with education and therapy. The poor shut their children away and cannot afford to fight me. I am able to win in the lives of poor children more than I am of the wealthy, but I will try to take root anywhere.
I am Autism. I am an equal opportunity disorder. I like whites, blacks, Mexicans, Ukrainians, Russians, Poles, Slavs, Japanese, Koreans and Fins. In fact, I strike everywhere on earth. I know no geographical bounds. I am Autism. I do not discriminate based upon religion either. I strike Jews and Christians, Muslims and Buddhists, Atheists and Agnostics, Hindus and Rastafarians. I do not care what religion a person is or what beliefs he may hold. When I strike, there will be little time for any of that anyway. When they find me, they will question everything the believe in, so why would I strike any one group? I have affected followers of every religion on the planet.
I am Autism and I am strong and getting stronger every year, every month, every day, every minute, and every second. I am concerned that money might be alloted to combat me and my takeover of children, but so far I have little to fear.
Some countries, like Kuwait, are spending quite a bit of money to assist those who I have targeted and some, like the United States, would rather spend money on such ludicrous things as discovering the number of American Indians who practice voodoo, as opposed to combating me. In an atmosphere as that, I can flourish and wreck havoc at will. In places such as that, I rub my hands with glee at the problem I can cause to children, families and to the society at large.
I am Autism. When I come, I come to stay. I take the dreams and hopes of every parent and trample them with glee. I see the fear and confusion in the eyes of my victims and I see the formation of wrinkles, worries and ulcers and the pain on the face of their parents. I see the embarrassment their child causes because of me and the parents unsuccessfull attempt to hide their child and, me. I see tears and the parents cry and feel the tears of their child.
I am Autism. I leave sorrow in my wake.
I am Autism. I taketh and give nothing but bewilderment and loathing in return. I take speech and learning, I take socialization and understanding. I take away "common sense" and if I am allowed to flourish, I take away all but their physical life. What I leave behind, is almost worse than death.
I am Autism. I fear nothing except courage, which I thankfully see little of. I fear those who take a stand against me and attempt to fight me and bring others into the fight as well. I fear those who try to make it safe and easier for my victims in the community, and their families. I fear those who push ahead, despite the fact that I am in tow. I fear the day that I will be eradicated from the planet. Yet, I do not fear too much right now. There is no need.
I am Autism and I bet you know me or know of me. If you don't, you probably will soon. I am marching forward faster than I ever have before. I am looking for new children all the time. I dread the day I will be looked on with pity, or worse yet, understanding, for that day, is the day I will begin to die. But, I don't think that will happen for a long long time though, do you? In the meantime, I prowl onward, looking to cause pain and suffering wherever I go. I have so much work to do and thankfully, no one is stopping me.
Hello my name is Austim. Perhaps you know me or know of me................................. written by: © Marty Murphy Marty Murphy is an adult with Autism Spectrum Disorder who was born and raised in central Illinois. With her personal insite and presentations on autism across Illinois, Marty has made a tremendous impact on how parent, teachers and administrators look at our children's futures.

Random New Years Eve Thought

2008-12-31T10:00:00.001-08:00

Has anyone ever been curious about the Tree of Life? Well I have. While doing some research I have noticed that just about every country has their own meaning behind the Tree of Life. Well my thought on the Tree of Life besides the obvious, that being that it is beautiful, is that I can see why there are so many meanings.

Well my meaning is a simplistic one. I believe that the roots of the tree are our beginning from birth, to our early years such as childhood up to the ending of the teen years. Boy does that cover a lot lol. Then there is the trunk. The trunk is big and strong and holds things together. This is where things become clearer to us and our futures and careers are shaped. So much goes on and many years are covered in this section. Then there are the branches that weren't so strong that broke and landed on the ground. What do they symbolize? They symbolize the lessons we have learned along the way of this journey called life. They are some friends that we may have cherished and lost along the way, family members who are no longer with us, relationships that were once great that are no longer. They are those opportunities you didn't seize they are the past but, they are memories that you will always have whether good or bad. Then there are the branches that are strong and still apart of the tree. Those are the new ties, new bonds, new relationships, new friends, new opportunities. They are all things that continue to nurture us on our journey of life. They are also the lasting imprint that we will leave for all to remember us by. I am going to try in any free time to do a little more research on the tree of life but, one thing is for sure I am happy with my description of what the tree of life holds for me.

Above are two pics of the Tree of Life.

Peeved

2008-12-30T14:04:00.000-08:00

Okay, once again it is on its way to reac havoc amongst those of us who live in good ole Massachusetts. The white cold stuff another 3 to 6 inches due here tomorrow. What the hell. I wanna be dropped on an island over looking the beach with a comfy hammock. Anyone interested in getting me to this destination may contact me ASAP. LOL. As many of you know we got dumped with 16 inches yes I said 16 did not studder did not miss a beat of the crappy white stuff about two weeks ago. AWWWW but its so pretty, NOT. Okay maybe the first or two but then enough is enough. Okay enough ranting and raving about the unpleasantness of New England life in the winter. The pics are from the first snowstorm that hit us with 16 inches and then the other two pics are of some area lights and displays in local neighborhoods.

Sunset from the other Night

2008-12-30T14:00:00.000-08:00

I will try and come up with a poem or haiku for these absolutely beautiful sunset pics!

Happy New Years

2008-12-30T13:58:00.000-08:00

Just want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe New years! Mine will be very low key. The kids usually have friends over. I made a confetti ball and got them 2008 paper eyeglasses and noisemakers last year and ofcourse goodies and we rented some movies. I think this year will probably be the same. So whatever it is that you all do to have fun remember moderation, don't let friends drive drunk, designated driver, and Welcome 2009!!!

I believe Sunday Scribblings Post

2008-12-26T14:56:00.000-08:00

I believe

I believe in all that is good.
I believe in love at first site.

I believe in destiny
I belive in faith, hope, and love.

I believe that there are soulmates.
I believe there is niceness in all of us.

I believe in helping out when and where I can.
I believe that laughter is the best medicine.

I believe that it takes less muscles to smile than it does to frown.
I believe that kids make a difference, and I truly believe they are our future.

I believe everyone has a story, regardless how silly or sad, or unbelievable.
I believe things happen for a reason.

I believe love can bring you together.
I believe that just being goofey is wonderful.

I believe in the stars and moons
I believe in happiness to all.

Late A sunday Scribblings Prompt

2008-12-26T14:40:00.000-08:00

Late

Where can I be

I was on my way

one sign leading me here

the other leading me there.

Help me

I left in the day

I thought I was near

the question now is do I dare

to turn there or where?

Today was a day

I thought I knew my way

at this rate

I will be late!