MY TWO BOY CIRCUS

Friday Fill In!!!!

2009-01-09T05:52:00.000-08:00

1. It's January; and cold and nasty outside!

2. A biscuit from anywhere is what I crave most right now.

3. Cork and wine go together like ???????

4. Being in God's Word daily is so nourishing.(I really liked Brianna's answer)

5. Let us dare to be different and take a stand for the Lord!!!

6. A hectic but love filled house is my home.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to going to Andy's basketball game, tomorrow my plans include going to Andy and Lucas 1st Upward basketball game, Sunday, I want to attend church and hopfully get a nap!

Dare Graduation!!!!

2009-01-07T14:27:00.000-08:00

This morning at school Andy had his DARE graduation. For 12 weeks before Christmas Andy had been taking a course at school sponsored and taught by our local police department. They had a ceremony this morning during chapel and were presented with diplomas and t-shirts. I thought I would share a couple pictures from his day!!!!

The entire graduating DARE class

Police officer who taught the class, talking to all the kids in the sanctuary during the service

Andy receiving his diploma and shaking hands with the officers and the school principal.

Congrats Andy Man---We are very proud of you!!!!

Sick again!!!

2009-01-05T08:43:00.001-08:00

Strep Throat has came by for a visit again!!!! Lucas started feeling bad yesterday, I should have known he was feeling bad when he fell asleep during church yesterday morning, I guess I was just praying that he was not getting sick again. As the day went on yesterday I could tell he was not feeling good so I took him to see the Dr. this morning and he is in the beginning stages of strep throat, he is hoping that we caught it in time and it will not be as bad as last time!!! I took this picture of the poor thing this morning after a trip to the Dr. and his 1st dose of medicine. He is trying to color while watching tv, but not feeling like sitting up!!! As for me, I will be working from home today and trying to get something done!!!

Friday Fill-in!!!!

2009-01-02T05:28:00.000-08:00

1. The world is in HIS hands.

2. Why am I at work today was the last thing I said.

3. I wonder what 2009 will bring.

4. Something new is at the end of all things.

5. There's something to be said for Cheerwine and chocolate for breakfast.

6. Home is where I want to be.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to being at home doing nothing special, tomorrow my plans include taking Andy to b-ball practice and getting together with some friends for Christmas and Sunday, I want to attend church and relax!

2008-12-31T05:11:00.000-08:00

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!

HUGS,
T

A little disappointing!!!!

2008-12-29T18:17:00.000-08:00

I know that is not a very good title for this post but it is how I am feeling!!!! I was all excited about sharing some of our Christmas with my blogging friends through pictures and guess what, I have lost my camera!!!!! That's right, lost my camera. I starting looking for it Christmas Eve before we left for my dad's house and I have yet to locate it. We went through our entire Christmas 2008 activites and I have NO pictures. I can't believe it, I am hoping that my mom or sisters have some good pictures that they will share with their forgetful sister. If I am able to get some pictures from them I will try and share with you but until then I am hoping that you all had a wonderful Christmas and are looking forward to the New Year. Until I post again I will continue to look for my camera.

Hugs,
T

Christmas Decorations!!!

2008-12-23T15:26:00.001-08:00

These pictues that I am going to share are not very good but I thought I would share with you guys a few of our Christmas decorations around our house!!!!!

This is my tree, I just love it!!!!! Notice the boys dog Saddle being nosey in the background, he loves watching what goes on in the den and looking at the lights on the tree, I think he will miss our tree as much as I will.

This is a picture of our mantle with stockings and my collection of Santa's on top and I just love our gas logs.

I will not be posting again until after Christmas and I would like to wish each and everyone of you the Merriest Christmas ever!!!!!

Spend quality time with family and friends and enjoy the true reason for the season!!!!

Merry Christmas from our family to yours!!!!!

Hugs,

Tracey

Pictures!!!!

2008-12-19T19:16:00.000-08:00

I have been trying to find time to post several pictures of different events that have been happening over Christmas and I have finally found a free moment and wanted to share them. I will try and figure out captions and how to put them with the correct picture, so here goes!!!!

I love this picture, this is my Granddaddy(Andy's great granddaddy) he will be 89 years young on Sunday!!!!

This is a picture of our table at church for a ladies Christmas dinner!!

Andy's Christmas play at school(he as on the green sweater and black hat)

This is Lucas playing the bells in his school Christmas program (he has on the blue Santa sweater)

Finally, this is our family picture taken at my Mom's surprise 60th birthday party!!!

I hope you have enjoyed some of the pictures from only a small portion of our Christmas celebrations!!!!

Merry CHRISTmas!!!!

At Home On A Rainy Day

2008-12-16T07:55:00.000-08:00

Well, it is a rainy nasty day here and I get to stay at home!!! Not for a good reason though, my little man Lucas is not feeling well. He was running a low grade fever last night and threw up 1 time so I am not sure what the deal is, maybe nothing but a short bug, I sure hope so, he is up and about this morning but will go back and lay down after a short time of playing. We will see if he feels like eating anything, that will tell the real story. But I will have to admit, a nasty rainy day at home and time to snuggle with your little one is not so bad!!!!

911 ---- But Not An Emergency

2008-12-14T18:55:00.000-08:00

Well leave it up to my 2 boys and life is NEVER boring!!!
Saturday started out as any regular Saturday, so a trip to Wal-mart was planned. The boys as ususal did not want to go with me to get groceries so my mother-in-law said they could stay at home with her while I ran to get groceries.
Well that is when the fun began. The boys decided that they wanted some vanilla ice-cream and I did not have any at my house so she walked to her house to get some (i need to mention that it is within walking and yelling distance to my house). While she was gone the boys got into a disagreement about what to watch on TV so my 5 year old decided that he would call 911 to come and get his brother. Well that is exactly what Lucas did, he dialed 911 and so the police called back to the house to check on our "emergency". When Andy answered the phone when the police called he got scared when they said R'ham County 911 and asked what the "emergency" was, Andy hung up on them and so they then called back and Andy told them the 2nd time that it was his 5 month old brother that did it instead of his 5 year old brother. So at this time Shine (my mother-in-law) is walking back over to my house and not 1 but 2 sheriff cars come pulling in the drive-way. Shine then had to explain the situation and she apologized for the inconvenience and assured him that everything was fine!!!

Needless to say they will be with me the next time I go to Wal-mart!!!

2008-12-12T12:06:00.000-08:00

1. Friends are very special to me.

2. My health; it's good most of the time.

3. I'm ready for Christmas.

4. Cool Water is one of my favorite perfumes or aftershaves or smells.

5. The oldest ornament I have is my 1st Christmas 1973.

6. Take some school, church, basketball, work, cooking and cleaning, mix it all together and you have my very busy life.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to the ladies dinner at church, tomorrow my plans include a date with my husband (no boys) and Sunday, I want to go to church and we are having Christmas at my mom's house that afternoon!

2008-12-05T09:06:00.000-08:00

1. Snow MAKES ME COLD.

2. I'm looking forward to THE CHURCH CHRISTMAS PLAY.

3. CHEERWINE is the best SOFT DRINK ever!

4. One of my favorite old tv shows is FACTS OF LIFE.

5. I'm done with MY CHURCH CHRISTMAS CARDS.

6. The most enjoyable thing around the holidays is CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to BASKETBALL GAME, tomorrow my plans include SURPRISE BIRTHDAY PARTY FOR MY MOM and Sunday, I want to ATTEND CHURCH, REST AND PLAY PRACTICE!

QUESTIONS FROM MEGAN!!!!

2008-12-03T09:08:00.000-08:00

Megan sent this to me in an email and I thought I would blog my results:

1. Two names you go by:
1. TRACEY
2. MAMA

2. Two things you're wearing now:
1.JEANS
2.BROWN SWEATSHIRT

3. Two things you would want [or have] in a relationship:
1. TRUST
2. OPENNESS

4. Two of your favorite things to do:

1. COOK
2. SPEND QUALITY TIME WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY

5. Two things you want very badly at the moment:
1. VACATION
2. LUNCH

6. Two people who will fill this out
1. MEGAN
2. SANDRA

7. Two things you did yesterday.
1. WORK
2. WATCH ANDY'S BASKETBALL GAME

8. Two things you ate yesterday
1. CHIK-FIL-A
2. NACHOS

9. Two people you last talked to:
1. WOODY
2. SHINE

10. Two things you're doing tomorrow
1. WORK
2. TAKE LUCAS TO HIS 1ST BASKETBALL PRACTICE

11. Two favorite holidays:
1. CHRISTMAS
2. THNKSGIVING

12. Two favorite beverages:
1. CHEERWINE
2. SWEET TEA

13. Two people no longer alive that you'd like to talk to
1 MY GRANDMOTHER
2. WOODY'S BROTHER

I thought it was fun, join in if you wish!!!!! But let me know you did so I can come over and read yours!!!!

Happy Wednesday!!!!

Happy Thanksgiving

2008-11-26T05:22:00.000-08:00

Happy Thanksgiving to my blogging friends and family!!!!

I hope you all have a blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!!!

The things a Mama will do for her kids!!!!

2008-11-24T06:53:00.000-08:00

Saturday night was the annual Christmas parade in our town!!!! I had thought about not even mentioning it to the boys because it was going to be sooooo cooooolllddd outside that night but thanks to their friends at school they found out. Andy had some friends that were going to be in it and asked if he was coming to the parade. So he asked if we could go and so of course we went againt my better justment. They had a good time and it didn't last very long so they were bundled up enough that we all survived. Just a couple pictures of them waiting for it to start that I thought I would share on this cold morning!!!!!

Friday Fill-in!!!

2008-11-21T09:05:00.000-08:00

Friday Fill-Ins

1. The last band I saw live was KENNY CHESNEY.

2. What I look forward to most on Thanksgiving is TIME OFF AND THE GOOD FOOD WITH MY FAMILY!!

3. My Christmas/holiday shopping is about OVER.

4. Thoughts of WORK fill my head.

5. I wish I could wear FLIP FLOPS all year long.

6. Bagpipes LOOK HARD TO PLAY.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to BASKETBALL PRACTICE(NOT REALLY JUST WHAT I HAVE TO DO WITH ANDY) tomorrow my plans include MORE B-BALL PRACTICE WITH BOTH BOYS AND GOINT TO THE CHRISTMAS PARADE and Sunday, I want to GO TO CHURCH AND ENJOY GOOD FELLOWSHIP AND A GREAT MEAL AFTERWARDS!

Have a great weekend!

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1ST SNOW!!!!

2008-11-21T05:14:00.000-08:00

This is the snowfall that I like best, it is very pretty to look at but it does not bother anyone!!!! This is our 1st snowfall of the year and I took these pictures this mroning and I thought I would share!!!!

CBS BASKETBALL

2008-11-19T06:11:00.000-08:00

Yesterday Andy had his 1st basketball game of the season. At his school in the 5th grade you can join the Junior Varsity team. He was very excited about the 1st game and it just happend to be a home game so I was able to get off work a little early so I would not miss anything. They played a great game but the ended up losing by 1 point, they had a great time anyway!!!! Here are a few pictures of the game and my little player!!! He would be so upset if he knew I called him little, but he is the smallest on the team!!! It is hard to tell in some of the pictures which one is him but he is the shortest and he is #4!!!

Friday Fill-in

2008-11-14T11:06:00.000-08:00

1. Please feel free to STOP BY AND VISIT ANY TIME.

2. When I CUT THE GRASS (NOT SNIFF THE GRASS, I JUST LIKE THE SMELL) I can't help sniffing it occasionally.

3. My favorite thing to cook is CHOCOLATE PIE.

4. CHEERWINE is something I can't get enough of.

5. That's the thing I love most about MY KIDS.

6. INTENTIONALLY RUDE PEOPLE always makes me think to myself, what the heck?

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to RENTING AND WATCHING A MOVIE WITH MY BOYS, tomorrow my plans include CLEANING AND CHRISTMAS SHOPPING and Sunday, I want to GO TO CHURCH AND REST!

MY FAMILY

2008-11-12T11:44:00.001-08:00

Get your own Family Sticker Maker

Wordless Wednesday!!!

2008-11-12T06:28:00.000-08:00

KEEP YOUR FORK!!!!

2008-11-07T06:58:00.000-08:00

I HEARD THIS ON THE RADIO THIS MORNING AND IT BLESSED MY HEART, I KNOW IT IS LONG BUT PLEASE TAKE A MINUTE AND READ THIS, IT IS WONDERFUL!!!

There was a woman who had been diagnosed with a terminal illness and had been given three months to live. As she was getting her things "in order," she contacted her pastor and had him come to her house to discuss certain aspects of her final wishes. She told him which songs she wanted sung at the service, what scriptures she would like read, and what outfit she wanted to be buried in. The woman also requested to be buried with her favorite Bible.
Everything was in order and the pastor was preparing to leave when the woman suddenly remembered something very important to her.
"There's one more thing," she said excitedly. "What's that?" came the pastor's reply. "This is very important," the woman continued… "I want to be buried with a fork in my right hand." The pastor stood looking at the woman, not knowing quite what to say. "That surprises you, doesn't it?" the woman asked. "Well, to be honest, I'm puzzled by the request," said the pastor.
The woman explained. "In all my years of attending church socials and potluck dinners, I always remember that when the dishes of the main course were being cleared, someone would inevitably lean over and say, "Keep your fork." It was my favorite part because I knew that something better was coming like velvety chocolate cake or deep-dish apple pie. Something wonderful and with substance! So, I just want people to see me there in that casket with a fork in my hand and I want them to wonder 'What's with the fork?' Then I want you to tell them: "Keep your fork… The best is yet to come"
The pastor's eyes welled up with tears of joy as he hugged the woman good-bye. He knew this would be one of the last times he would see her before her death. But he also knew that the woman had a better grasp of heaven than he did. She KNEW that something better was coming. At the funeral people were walking by the woman's casket and they saw the pretty dress she was wearing and her favorite Bible and the fork placed in her right hand. Over and over the pastor heard the question "What's with the fork?" And over and over he smiled.
During his message, the pastor told the people of the conversation he had with the woman shortly before she died. He also told them about the fork and about what it symbolized to her. The pastor told the people how he could not stop thinking about the fork and told them that they probably would not be able to stop thinking about it either.
He was right.
So the next time you reach down for your fork, let it remind you oh so gently, that the best is yet to come.

SCATTEGORIES!!!!

2008-11-07T05:23:00.000-08:00

SCATTEGORIES….it’s harder than it looks!! Use the 1st letter of your name to answer each of the following. They have to be real places, names, things….nothing made up!! You’re not allowed to use your name for the boy/girl name question.

1. What is your name? TRACEY

2. A four-letter word? TRAP

3. A boy’s name? TREVOR

4. A girl’s name? TAMMY

5. Occupation? THERAPIST

6. Color? TURQUOISE

7. Something you wear? TENNIS SHOES

8. Beverage? TEA

9. Food? TACOS

10. Something found in a bathroom? TOILET

GIVE THIS A TRY, IT IS HARDER THAN YOU THINK!!!

HAPPY FRIDAY!!!

Not So Wordless Wednesday!!!!

2008-11-05T05:06:00.001-08:00

Is this a family portrait or what!!!!!!

Pumpkin carving 101

2008-11-04T10:54:00.000-08:00

NOT QUITE SURE WHY THESE ARE IN REVERSE ORDER BUT OH WELL!!!!!

Questions????

2008-11-04T07:57:00.000-08:00

Me and Michelle think alike, (is that scary or what)
I had thought about posting these today as well, so here goes!!!!

Favorite fruit? Strawberries

For or against same sex marriage? AGAINST

Have you ever slept in someone else’s clothes? Yes

How many U.S states have you been to? 4

Name something physical you like about yourself? smile

Something non-physical you like about yourself? compassion

What is your dream car? BMW Z3 convertible

What dream car do you want your husband/wife to drive? Nice Truck

Has anyone ever sang or played for you personally? Yes

Ever been kissed under fireworks? Yes

What was the last text message you received: What’s for dinner

Have you ever bungee jumped? No thank you!

Has anyone ten years older than you ever hit on you? Don't think so

What song are you listening to right now? Home by Blake Shelton

What's your favorite song at the moment? Brad Paisley and Andy Griffith --- Waitin on a Woman

What was the last movie you watched? High School Musical 3

Have you ever hit someone of the opposite sex? Yes

What do you usually order from Starbucks? Sorry, don’t drink coffee

Say something totally random about yourself: I hate politics

Do you have freckles? YES

Do you speak any other language other than English? No, I have enough trouble with that sometimes

Have you ever ridden in a limo? YES, on my wedding day

What's something that really annoys you? Ants and flies

Have you ever surfed? no

What's the latest you have ever stayed out? 2:00 a.m.

Were you ever rushed by an ambulance into the emergency room? No

Favorite non-alcoholic drink? Cheerwine

Favorite city? Pilot Mountain

Have you ever ridden a mechanical bull? Yes, when I was much younger

If you were working on a pirate ship, what would you most likely be? Probably, the janitor

Do you wear glasses or contacts? neither

Do you download music legally or illegally? neither

How many burned CDs do you have? Not sure

Treat or Treating!!!

2008-11-03T10:23:00.000-08:00

What Your Love of Jelly Beans Says About You

You are a generous and open minded person. You love many things and many people.

You are silly, colorful, and unpredictable. The only thing that's sure about you is that you're having fun.

There are many sides to your personality. Once people thinks they know you, you surprised them with something new.

You tend to be a bit experimental with your lifestyle. You are not judgmental, and you always keep an open mind.

What Does Your Favorite Candy Say About You?

A few of my favorites!!!

2008-10-31T06:42:00.000-07:00

ALL 3 OF MY BOYS!!

ME AND MY BOYS!!!

WOODY AND HIS MOM!!!

Loved this one !!!!

2008-10-30T05:20:00.001-07:00

More party pictures!!

2008-10-29T13:12:00.001-07:00

THIS IS A PICTURE OF MY NIECE--SKYLAR--ISN'T SHE ADORABLE

THIS IS ANDY AND HIS COUSIN LACHLAN

MORE OF SKYLAR

BIRTHDAY BOY SPORTING HIS CAMO

Now that I think i have figured this out you will probbably get tired of pictures, oh well!!!!!!

I DID IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2008-10-29T08:51:00.001-07:00

Can you believe it, I finally figured it out, well maybe not exactly but I actually have at least 1 picture on my blog. Yeah me!!!!
Andy will be so jealous I will have to remember what I did and get one of him!!!!

Little things mean alot!!!!

Not a baby anymore!!!!

2008-10-29T08:37:00.000-07:00

Yesterday my baby boy Lucas turned 5!!!!
It is quite amazing and also very sad that I have to say baby boy and 5 years old in the same sentence, it seems like just yesterday (I know everyone says that)that he was born and now he is 5.
He has been celebrating for a week and I think he had a wonderful day(s), we have been celebrating off and on since Saturday.

He has been asking for a dirt bike, yes you read right a dirt bike, and believe it or not we found at Wal-Mart a 16' bicycle that looks just like a dirt bike but with training wheels. He absolutely loved it. When my dad called last night to talk to him he told my dad that he got a dirt bike for his birthday and that is when my dad asked to speek to me for an explanation. Who would have thought that at the age of 35 your dad could still scold you, he actually thought I had bought him a real dirt bike, good grief dad. Anyway Lucas was thrilled with his bike. So if anyone asks him and he tells you he got a dirt bike for his birthday, don't look at me funny it is just a bicycle!!!

Yeah Me!!!!

2008-10-24T13:15:00.000-07:00

Brianna at This Little Piggy Loves Ryan gave me a woderful gift today, I know I am truely not worthy of this honor but I will take it!!!

Thanks bunches Brianna!!!!

Saw It On Brianna's

2008-10-14T12:28:00.001-07:00

What Your Handbag Says About You

You are concerned with how you appear. Projecting your high status is important to you.

You tend to be relaxed throughout the day. You are naturally at peace.

You are a low maintenance person. You can adapt to a variety of situations.

You are open and comfortable with who you are. You don't hide anything.

You are an organized and together person. You are competent and successful.

You are practical and down to earth. You tend to be a rather reserved and quiet person.

What Does Your Handbag Say About You?

What These Sunflowers Say About You

You are a truly warm person with amazing bursts of energy.

You bring happiness to everyone around you, and you are adored by many.

You're bright, bold, and cheery. You nourish friends you with your optimism.

You can rise to the occasion whenever you are needed. You have boundless enthusiasm.

What Do The Flowers You Pick Say About You?

You Are Having a Green Day

You are approaching today with a good deal of balance and awareness.

If you didn't pay attention, today could be like any old day. Nothing too exciting is going on.

But for you, today all about making the most of each moment.

You are seeing the beauty in every situation, and you're keeping your mind open to possibilities.

What Color Day Are You Having?

2008-10-03T05:49:00.000-07:00

1. October is the start of fall and Lucas's birthday month.

2. Heights and mice scare me!

3. Leaves are falling all around, it's time to rake them up so the kids (we) can jump in them and have a good time

4. My favorite horror movie is none of them because I don't watch them.

5. Weekends at my grandparents house when I was a little girl = good memories.

6. It was a dark and stormy night and I made sure I was not home alone.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight cI'm looking forward to spending time at home and cooking, tomorrow my plans include a family reunion and Sunday, I want to go to church and rest a little.

Busy Month!!!

2008-10-02T10:13:00.000-07:00

It seems like I am a broken record but I flipped my calender today at work and looked at everything I have going on this month and it is unbelievable. Not to mention work and school for the boys, we have something planned every Saturday this month!!!!! Wow, I can't believe that we do not have at least 1 free weekend!!! We start out this weekend with Woody's family reunion, the next is a birthday party for a good friend of mine's little boy, then on the 18th the kids have an all day harvest festival at school (which counts as a day of school, so they have to attend), the next weekend we are planning to have Lucas' 5th birthday party and the last weekend we are having inventory at work so I will have to work that weekend!!!! I am already exhausted just thinking about it!!!!!

P.S Boring post I know but I thought I would share!!!

Hugs,
T

Tagged By Megan!!!

2008-09-30T13:07:00.001-07:00

What Your Socks Say About You

You Are:

- Quite cuddly

- Downright adorable

- Truly kind

- Infinitely patient

The Socks Personality Test

I'm Still Here

2008-09-17T11:12:00.001-07:00

Just thought I would check in on everybody!!!! There has been nothing and I mean nothing exciting or even interesting going on in my life or at my house lately. The same old stuff, work, homework, supper and and then it is bedtime. I know VERY boring but what can I say.

Just wanted to drop by and let everybody know I haven't forgotten to post, I had nothing to blog about. Maybe I will be able to figure out something later in the week..

Hugs,
T

Friday Fill -In

2008-09-12T08:15:00.000-07:00

Saw this on Michelle's Blog today and thought I would Fill-In also....

1. I enjoy spending time with my family.

2. My children's education is something I wonder about often lately.

3. In your heart, you knew I would be married and have children.

4. Take 2 boys (3 if you count Woody), add a little imagination and you end up with a whole lot of fun.

5. Life has gifted me with a wonderful family.

6. Long hot bubble bath is an instant vacation.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I’m looking forward to relaxing, tomorrow my plans include bible bookstore visit, and my newphew 3rd b-day party and Sunday, I want to enjoy my church family and relax a little!

Questions About My Mommy Tag!!!!

2008-09-10T05:08:00.000-07:00

Remeber when reading these answers that Andy is 10 and Lucas is 4!!!

I interview both boys and got different answers from both:::::

If you read this post feel free to play along and let me know if you do!!!

1)What is something mom always says to you? A: I LOVE YOU L: NIGHT NIGHT LOVE YOU

2)What makes mommy happy? A: WHEN I DO MY HOMEWORK WITHOUT YOU ASKING L: WHEN I LISTEN

3)What makes mommy sad? A: IF I GET A DEMERIT L: NOT LISTENING

4)How does mommy make you laugh? A: TICKLE ME L: TICKLE ME

5)What was mommy like as a kid? A: BUSHY HAIR (MSUT HAVE SEEN PICTURES) L: A TOY ????

6)How old is mom? A: 33 YRS. L: 3 YRS. (NEITHER OF THEM WERE RIGHT)

7)How tall is mom? A: 4 FT. 12 INCHES L: 30 FT.

8)Whats moms favorite thing to do? A: SHOP L: WATCH TV IN THE BIG CHAIR

9)What does mom do when you're not home? A: WATCH PAULA DEEN L: I DON'T KNOW I'M NOT HERE

10)If mommy was famous, what would she be famous for? A: COOKING L: CLEANING

11)What is mommy really good at? A: SHOPPING FOR DEALS L: PLAYING CHECKERS

12)What does mommy do for her job? A: COMPUTER WORK L: USE FORKLIFT

13)What is Mommy's favorite food? A: CHICKEN L: RICE

14)What makes you proud of your mom? A: COOKS GOOD OMELETS L: COOKS GOOD

15)If mommy was a cartoon character, who would she be? A: TWEETIE BIRD L: SANDY FROM SPONGEBOB

16)What do you and mommy like to do together? A: GO TO BALL GAMES L: CRACK OPEN EGGS

17)How are you and mom the same? A: BOTH LIKE TO TALK L: EYES

18)How are you and mommy different? A: EYES L: I'M A BOY

19)How do you know mommy loves you? A: YOU TELL ME ALL THE TIME L: BECAUSE YOUR MY MAMA

I thought this was pretty cool to see what the kids would say, I hope you will try it with your kids!!!!!

Great Giveaways!!!!!!

2008-09-09T05:17:00.001-07:00

The Tip Junkie is having great giveaways and it was simple to participate, all you have to do is post a link to her website and you leave a comment and your in. She is celebrating her birthday with 6 giveaways on her birthday Sept. 16th.. Join in!!!!!!

Happy Birthday!!!!!

2008-09-03T10:45:00.000-07:00

Happy Birthday Honey!!!!!

Today is Woody's 39th birthday, I surprised him and did not come into work until late today and we had a breakfast date after we dropped the kiddos off at school. It was nice, we went to a local family owned restuarant and had a great breakfast, just the 2 of us (that hardly ever happens).

HAPPY BIRTHDAY

I LOVE U!!!!!!!

1st Hunting Trip

2008-09-03T09:15:00.000-07:00

Andy went on his 1st hunting trip on Monday. I let him go with Woody's brother Ricky (against my better judgement)dove hunting. Ricky had asked me a couple of weeks ago if Andy might like to go but I was not sure becasue he had never shown and interest before. I told him he would need to talk with Andy and I would let him decide. Andy told Ricky that he did want to go and was really exicited. Several of Andy's friends go hunting, so I think that is what he was thinking about.
We were not at all prepared for a hunting outing and I was not even sure what was needed, Ricky told me he would handle everything but Andy would need camoflage pants, shirt and hat, he would also need boots (we had those). So nothing like waiting until the last minute, we go to wal-mart after church Sunday night to purchase the needed clothing. I did not buy the expensive stuff because I was not sure if he would enjoy it or not but we did find what he needed and he was happy.

Monday morning came and Andy was very exicited and dressed and waiting on Ricky about 10:00 and he was not coming to get him until 11:30. I was thinking (hoping) they would not be gone very long but they did not get back until around 5:30, I was a nervous wreck.

Andy said he had a great time and is ready to go back. It looks like I am just going to have to get over my fears and face it, he is a boy and he is growing up!!!!!

Playing Along!!!!

2008-09-02T05:21:00.000-07:00

Thanks Annette, this was a cute one!!!!

You Are Ernie

Playful and childlike, you are everyone's favorite friend - even if your goofy antics get annoying at times.

You are usually feeling: Amused - you are very easily entertained

You are famous for: Always making people smile. From your silly songs to your wild pranks, you keep things fun.

How you life your life: With ease. Life is only difficult when your friends won't play with you!

The Sesame Street Personality Quiz

For My Friends On Friday!!!!

2008-08-29T06:06:00.000-07:00

If a Dog Were Your Teacher

If a dog were your teacher
These are some of the lessons you might learn...

When loved ones come home, always run to greet them
Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face
to be pure ecstasy

When it's in your best interest, practice obedience
Let others know when they've invaded your territory
Take naps and stretch before rising
Run, romp and play daily

Thrive on attention and let people touch you
Avoid biting, when a simple growl will do
On warm days stop to lie on your back on the grass
On hot days drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree
When you're happy, dance around and wag your entire body

No matter how often you're scolded
don't buy into the guilt thing and pout
Run right back and make friends

Delight in the simple joy of a long walk
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm
Stop when you have had enough
Be loyal
Never pretend to be something you're not

If what you want lies buried
dig until you find it
When someone is having a bad day
be silent .....
...sit close by.

...and nuzzle them gently.

6 Random Things About Me!!

2008-08-27T06:00:00.001-07:00

I was tagged by Michelle so here goes............

1) I have always wanted to be a beautician. When I was growing up and in my early 20's that is what I thought I wanted to become. I never did persure that as a career bacuase I got a job right out of college that I really like and have stuck with it this far, but maybe one day I can go back to school and try it out.

2) I LOVE horses, my entire childhood I grew up riding and being around horses. My family has always had them and I enjoy being around them, I would ride 3 or 4 times a week and it was so much fun. When I got married and moved out I had to give them up for the most part. My dad still has probably 10 or so at his house but they are just not in my backyard anymore and I don't get the chance as often to ride but I enjoy taking the kids to my dad's house and letting them enjoy the same things I did as a child. Maybe 1 day I can own them again.

3) I met Woody in December 1995. We were at a birthday party for Woody's brother. I had been friends with his brother for many years because his brother was involved with horses and I had been riding with him many times and my dad was good friends with him. I knew Woody's brothers last name was Allen and when I was introduced to Woody all I could think of was that Woody's name was Woody Allen (heehee). But I later asked questions and found out that they were half brother!!!!

4) Every year we tell the boys that next year we will plan our family vacation to Disney World and something always changes our plans. We are going to try very hard to not disappoint them next year and actually make the trip.

5) I still live basically in the same area that I did in high school and I don't keep up with anyone that I graduated with. In a class of over 200 students that is amazing. Except for Michelle, I think this is a pretty funny story. In high school Michelle and I ran in 2 different circles of friends. We did not even really know each other and never hang out together. Then we started attending the same church and realized that we should have hang out in high school because we copuld have been friends for over 20 years. I would take nothing for our friendship now, it is something that I cherish.

6) I am the middle child. I have and older and younger sister.
Not very interesting but just thought I would let you know.

If you are reading this and have not already participated...Tag your it!!!!

One week down!!!

2008-08-26T05:27:00.001-07:00

We have made it through the first week of school!!! Andy and Lucas did really well. Andy had 3 tests on Friday and he received his greades yesterday and he did really well considering I was not at home on Thursday night to help him studying because I was off spending the evening with Kenny Chesney (that will wait for another post). He made a B on spelling and vocabulary and an A on his Bible, that was a pretty good considering we all had to get back into the swing of things. I will have to admit that Michelle is right, trying to study with an older child while entertaining a younger sibling is quite a challenge, I did not understand what a big help it was last year when Woody was home to entertain Lucas while I helped Andy with his homework, I have been trying to find "homework" for Lucas to do at his desk while I work with Andy, it was worked pretty good so far.
Lucas had a good week also, even though he is only in 4K they are starting to work heavily in the mornings on basic info. and his teacher sent me a little note home saying that he was doing really well and that he was just too sweet(I already knew that).

I would have to say that they started off really well and they (we) just need to keep it up!!!!

Are you like your Mom?

2008-08-25T05:35:00.001-07:00

This just confirmed what I already knew, I am just like my mom. Give this a try it was pretty accurate!!!!!

You Are Totally Like Your Mom

You and your mom are practically clones.

You think alike, and you even seem to read each other's minds.

You're definitely you're mother's child... and that's just fine with you.

Are You Like Your Mom?

For My Friends On Friday!!!!!

2008-08-22T06:38:00.001-07:00

My Resignation

I am hereby officially tendering my resignation as an adult. I have decided I would like to accept the responsibilities of an 8 year-old.

I want to go to McDonald's and think that it's a four star restaurant.

I want to sail sticks across a fresh mud puddle and make a sidewalk with rocks.

I want to think M&Ms are better than money because you can eat them.

I want to lie under a big oak tree and run a lemonade stand with my friends on a hot summer's day.

I want to return to a time when life was simple: when all you knew were colors, multiplication tables, and nursery rhymes, but that didn't bother you, because you didn't know what you didn't know and you didn't care.

All you knew was to be happy because you were blissfully unaware of all the things that should make you worried or upset.

I want to think the world is fair. That everyone is honest and good.

I want to believe that anything is possible. I want to be oblivious to the complexities of life and be overly excited by the little things again.

I want to live simple again. I don't want my day to consist of computer crashes, mountains of paperwork, depressing news, how to survive more days in the month than there is money in the bank, doctor bills, gossip, illness, and loss of loved ones.

I want to believe in the power of smiles, hugs, a kind word, truth, justice, peace, dreams, the imagination, mankind, and making angels in the snow.

So... here's my checkbook and my car-keys, my credit card bills and my 401K statements. I am officially resigning from adulthood.

And if you want to discuss this further, you'll have to catch me first, cause........

......"Tag! You're it."

1ST DAY OF SCHOOL!!!

2008-08-18T09:48:00.001-07:00

Today was the 1st day of school for Andy and Lucas. I decided to go into work late and go with Woody to take them today. We dropped Andy off 1st because he is in a different building than Lucas but at the same school. I thought Andy was going to be against us going in with him until we got there and he saw that other partents were going in with their kids. We walked in his class and I got him settled in with his desk, cubby and put everything in its place. I was then informed by Andy that it was time for me to leave. He barely said goodbye to me so I knew I shouldn't even try for a hug or kiss, he would have probably rather I just go away quietly.... so against my motherly wanting a hug, I left!!!!

Then it was time for us to take Lucas to the little kids building as Andy refers to it. Lucas starts 4K this year because he has a late birthday and did not make the cut off for kindergarten this year. He will have a 1/2 day of work and then the afternoon is lunch, nap and outside play. We walked Lucas upstairs and he went straight in and sat down and did not pay Woody or myself any attention. I am not sure which is worse, not caring that I left or crying after me and not wanting me to leave. I tried to get a hug and a kiss goodbye from him but he must be taking pointers from his big brother and even my 4 year old didn't want a hug or kiss from mom!!!!!! I guess I should be happy that they both are so comfortable with their school but I think Mom needed the hugs more than they did.

Even Woody was proud of me this year, NO TEARS, as I was leaving....maybe even Mom is growing up and didn't even realize it.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!

2008-08-15T08:21:00.001-07:00

It is hard for me to believe that my oldest baby is turning 10 years old today!!!!

At 5:20 p.m to be exact Andy will officially be 10!!!!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY ANDY MAN!!!!!!

HUGS AND KISSES,

MOM, DAD AND LUKE DUKE

For My Friends on Friday!!!!

2008-08-15T08:20:00.000-07:00

We can never underestimate the influence we have on others. We can touch people for good the rest of their lives.

Every influence of our life is important. We can never discount the influencewe have on other people, regardless of how ever small. Our influence can make an impact on this world. We have the opportunity to take a stand. What do I stand for? What is our influence doing to others?

Our influence lasts long after we have left this earth. The only thing we can leave behind is our influence we made on others. Think of the people that have touched our lives and shaped us as to who we are today. Pray that God will be able to touch another life as we have been touched by that special person.

Are we a stumbling block or a stepping stone for others? Our influence simply outlives us whether we like it or not. It is amazing what God can do through us and for others through our influence.

We're Back!!!

2008-08-14T08:27:00.001-07:00

We are back from vacation!!!!! Glad and sad at the same time..... I think I better catch up work before I catch up with my blog..... I will try and fill you guys in later!!!!!

SHUTTING DOWN!!!

2008-08-08T10:42:00.000-07:00

I am logging off of my computer for a week, we will be leaving in the morning for the beach!!!!! This will be our 1st vacation for the year and I am ssssoooooooo ready. I will be taking pictures at the beach but maybe when I get back I can finally figure out how to put them on my blog.

Have a great week and I will miss you all!!!!!

Hugs,
T

FOR MY FRIENDS ON FRIDAY!!!!!

2008-08-08T05:20:00.000-07:00

A Child's Ten Commandments to Parents

1. My hands are small. Please don't expect perfection whenever I make a bed, draw a picture or throw a ball. My legs are short. Please slow down so that I can keep up with you.

2. My eyes have not seen the world as yours have. Please let me explore safely. Don't restrict me unnecessarily.

3. Housework will always be there. I'm only little for such a short time. Please take time to explain things to me about this wonderful world, and do so willingly.

4. My feelings are tender. Please be sensitive to my needs. Don't nag me all day long. (You wouldn't want to be nagged for your inquisitiveness.) Treat me as you would like to be treated.

5. I am a special gift from God. Please treasure me, holding me accountable for my actions, giving me guidelines to live by and disciplining me in a loving manner.

6. I need your encouragement and your praise to grow. Please go easy on the criticism. Remember, you can criticize the things I do without criticizing me.

7. Please give me the freedom to make decisions concerning myself. Permit me to fail so that I can learn from my mistakes. Then someday, I'll be prepared to make the kind of decisions life requires of me.

8. Please don't do things over for me. Somehow that makes me feel that my efforts didn't quite measure up to your expectations. I know it's hard, but please don't try to compare me with my brother or my sister.

9. Please don't be afraid to leave for a weekend together. Kids need vacations from parents, just as parents need vacations from kids. Besides, it's a great way to show us kids that your marriage is very special.

10. Please take me to worship regularly, setting a good example for me to follow.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!!

HUGS,
T

MEME'S AND TAGS

2008-08-06T12:29:00.000-07:00

I got this idea from several sources.... Bryanna who linked me to Tip Junkie

1. What time is it?
3:30 p.m

2. What are your full names?
TRACEY ANNE

3. What are you most afraid of:
ROLLER COASTERS

4. Place of birth?
GSO, NC

5. Favorite food?
TOSS UP...MEXICAN AND CHINESE

6. Your natural hair color?
Brown

7. Have you traveled?
YES, DAILY TO AND FROM WORK

8. Do you scrunch or fold (toilet paper)?
WHAT????

9. Love someone so much it made you cry?
YES

10. Been in a car accident ?
Yes , BUT NOT MY FAULT

11.Mercedes Benz or Lexus
LEXUS

12. Favorite day of the week?
ANY DAY OFF OF WORK

13. Favorite Restaurant?
HARBOR INN

14. Favorite Flower?
ROSES OF COURSE

15. Favorite sport to watch?
COLLEGE BASKETBALL AND MY KIDS BASEBALL GAMES

16. Favorite Drink?
CHEERWINE

17. Favorite ice cream?
CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE DOUGH

18. Disney or Warner Brothers?
DISNEY

19. Favorite fast food restaurant?
WENDY'S (THEY SELL CHEERWINE)

20. What color is your bedroom carpet?
BLUE

21. How many times you failed your driver's test?
NONE

22. Before this one, from whom did you get your last e-mail?
BOSS

23. Hobbies
SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS, CHURCH AND RECENTLY BLOGGING.....

24. Bedtime?
11 PM. HOPEFULLY BUT USUALLY LATER

27. Who is the person you are most curious to see their answers?
ALL MY BLOGGING FRIENDS

28. What means the most to you?
FAMILY AND FRIENDS

29. Favorite TV shows?
YOUNG AND THE RESTLESS, AMERICAN IDOL, DANCING WITH THE STARS, ANYTHING ON FOOD NETWORK

30. Dating MALES or FEMALES
MARRIED TO A MALE

31. Are you Tall or short
SHORT

32. What is your Favorite color?
BROWNS

33. How many pets do you have?
2

34. Age: Above or below 29
ABOVE

35. What would you like to accomplish/do before you die?
TO SEE MY BOYS GROW INTO WONDERFUL CHRISTIAN YOUNG MEN AND MARRY A WONDERFUL YOUNG LADY AND MOST OF ALL THAT THEY ARE VERY HAPPY!!!!

FEEL FREE TO PLAY ALONG, CONSIDER YOURSELF TAGGED!!!!!

Vacation Count Down!!!

2008-08-06T05:26:00.003-07:00

I would take Sherri's advise and do a countdown like Michelle did for Audrey's birthday but she must have forgotten that I am blogger challenged and I can't even figure out how to get a picture up on here!!!hahahaha

4 Days and counting!!!!!!

Wii finally found it!!!!

2008-08-06T05:15:00.001-07:00

Andy has a birthday on August 15th and he has been asking for a Wii. I knew around Christmas time they were very hard to come by but I never imagined that in the middle of August they would be just as hard to find. I had waited until the last minute to start shopping for it and then I began to panic.... I started on Monday calling around and searching the internet for the best price, little to my surpise the price was not my biggest problem, I could not find one anywhere!!!!! Every store kept telling me they were sold out and not wxpecting a shipment b4 Andy's birthday but they told me to look around on the internet, of course I found them there but I could not believe the price $350.00 was the cheapest that I found. I asked around at work yesterday and someone told me to try a place called Gamestop. I called the one closest to me and they were also sold out but the saleman did tell me that he thought the store in Asheboro had 1 left. I immediatly called them and they did have 1 in stock, I begged the guy at the store to hold it for me and he greatfully said he would for 4 hours!!! What is a mother to do but take my 1 1/2 hour lunch, 10 gallons of gas and drive 45 mins to make a 10 year old birthday boy happy!!!!!

Vacation Count down!!!!

2008-08-04T19:48:00.001-07:00

5 DAYS AND COUNTING!!!

We will be leaving on Saturday for our family vacation---Myrtle Beach bound!!!!!

Family Reunion

2008-08-04T19:21:00.001-07:00

On Saturday we had a family reunion. It was for my great grandmother, the Lambeth family. She was my granddaddy's mom, so about 2 months ago my granddaddy asked us to try and mark our calenders for this day. My grandaddy does not ask alot from his family so I knew it was very important to him. In December my granddaddy will be 90 and still takes care of his farm daily. He has cows, a large garden, hay and a large yard and house to tend to and he would not change this for nothing, and he had to learn to do all the cooking when in 2005 my grandmother passed away after 62 years of marriage.
So I have become more aware that our time with granddaddy could be short and I am very fortunate to only live about 15 mins. from his house so I try to visit often and I knew that this reunion meant alot to him. Woody, myself and the boys were all able to attend along with both of my sisters and their spouses and children. Altogether with my mom and her brothers we had 23 people representing our family.
Their was approximatly 125 people at the reunion and it was very ironic that they asked the ages of the people in attendance for the oldest and the youngest and my grandaddy was the oldest and my sister's baby that is 6 months old was the youngest. We thought that was pretty cool..... My granddaddy acted like he was thrilled and was very proud to have all of his family there....

Sometimes we seem to be so busy with kids, work and other activities that we seem to take for granted that people know that we care and love them....Please take time today and call or personally tell someone how much they mean to you and how much you love them because you will never know when it is their time to be called "home". We are not promised tomorrow so find time today to brighten someones day and tell them how important they are to you, it will surely bring a smile to their face..

As it did for my granddaddy, you may even see a tear from a very strong and loving man!!!!!!

P.S To all my blogging buddies, let me take this opportunity to tell you all that your friendship and support mean the world to me. I feel truly blessed to be surrounded by such a fine and loving group of ladies.

Hugs,
T

For My Friends On Friday!!!!!

2008-08-01T08:41:00.001-07:00

God, Forgive Me When I Whine

Today, upon a bus,
I saw a girl with golden hair.
I envied her, she seemed so gay,
And I wished I was as fair.
When suddenly she rose to leave,
I saw her hobble down the aisle.
She had one leg and used a crutch.
But as she passed, she gave a smile.

Oh, God, forgive me when I whine.
I have 2 legs, the world is mine.

I stopped to buy some candy.
The lad who sold it had such charm.
I talked with him, he seemed so glad.
If I were late, it'd do no harm.
And as I left, he said to me,
"I thank you, you've been so kind.
It's nice to talk with folks like you.
You see," he said, "I'm blind."

Oh, God, forgive me when I whine.
I have 2 eyes, the world is mine.

Later while walking down the street,
I saw a child with eyes of blue.
He stood and watched the others play.
He seemed not to know what to do.
I stopped a moment and then I said,
"Why don't you join the others dear?"
He looked ahead without a word.
And then I knew he couldn't hear.

Oh, God, forgive me when I whine.
I have 2 ears, the world is mine.
With feet to take me where I'd go.
With eyes to see the sunset's glow.
With ears to hear what I'd know.
Oh, God, forgive me when I whine
I've been blessed indeed, the world is mine.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!!!

HUGS,
T

Month End!!!!!!!!

2008-07-30T10:58:00.000-07:00

It is amazing how 2 little words can pack such a powerful punch.....It is crazy at work due to those 2 dreaded words....No time to be playing around on the computer at work the next couple of days so I will catch back up with you guys on Friday!!!!!

Hugs and Tylenol,
T

Award!!!

2008-07-29T04:55:00.001-07:00

I have been given an award by a very special person in my life---Sherri---
On her new blog "Practically Perfect", which by the way describes her perfectly, gave me an award!!!!!!

Best Chocolate Pie Award

given to Tracey - soooo yummy

Well on her blog you could see a picture of the pie but leave it to me I can't figure out how to get it to mine, oh well!!!!!

A very special thanks to Sherri for the award, the pie was given to her family for all the things that they do for me and my family.... It may go unmentioned but never unnoticed the things that her family does for me and my family on a daily basis. They are truely a blessing to me and this was just a small token of my appreciation.

P.S A special thanks to Ron for the boy trip on Friday, Andy had a great time!!!!

For my Friends on Friday!!!!!

2008-07-25T05:51:00.000-07:00

All I Ever Really Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten

by Robert Fulghum

All I really need to know about how to live and what to do and how to be I learned in kindergarten. Wisdom was not at the top of the graduate school mountain, but there in the sand pile at school.

-These are the things I learned:
-Share everything.
-Play fair.
-Don't hit people.
-Put things back where you found them.
-Clean up your own mess.
-Don't take things that aren't yours.
-Say you're sorry when you hurt somebody.
-Wash your hands before you eat.
-Flush.
-Warm cookies and cold milk are good for you.
Live a balanced life - learn some and think some and draw and paint and sing and dance and play and work every day some.
-Take a nap every afternoon.
-When you go out in the world, watch out for traffic, hold hands and stick together.
-Be aware of wonder. Remember the little seed in the Styrofoam cup: the roots go down and the plant goes up and nobody really knows how or why, but we are all like that.
-Goldfish and hamsters and white mice and even the little seed in the Styrofoam cup -they all die. So do we.

And then remember the Dick-and-Jane books and the first word you learned - the biggest word of all - LOOK.

Everything you need to know is in there somewhere. The Golden Rule and love and basic sanitation. Ecology and politics and equality and sane living.

Take any one of those items and extrapolate it into sophisticated adult terms and apply it to your family life or your work or government or your world and it holds true and clear and firm. Think what a better world it would be if we all - the whole world - had cookies and milk at about 3 o'clock in the afternoon and then lay down with our blankies for a nap. Or if all governments had as a basic policy to always put things back where they found them and to clean up their own mess.

And it is still true, no matter how old you are, when you go out in the world, it is best to hold hands and stick together.

I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!!!!!

Hugs,
T

Things are changing.....

2008-07-23T12:48:00.000-07:00

Well were finally got moved (my compnay that is). To catch everybody up, In January we found out that the portion of the company that I worked for was closing and we would be having a lay-off. I was informed that I would be able to keep a job but I would have to be changing the location that I work and have new job duties. I was OK with that because I just needed to keep a job. I stayed at the closing warehouse from January until we finally got everything closed and transferred out on Friday. Monday I had to report to my new office and new job duties..... It has not been bad, I had to set up my office and find everything where I had packed it and get used to working with an office full of people again.. for the longest time I was able to work in an office by myself and that I think has been the biggest change.
Sorry I have not posted much this week, I have to be much more careful about playing around on the computer at work now also.... Hope this post finds everyone doing well!!!!!

Hugs,
T

WHO IS YOUR MAN?

2008-07-21T10:09:00.000-07:00

Who is your man? Paul Anderson II (Woody)
2. How long have you been together? 13 years Married 11
3. How long dated? 2 years
4. How old is your man? 38
5. Who eats more? Me
6. Who said “I love you” first? Woody
7. Who is taller? Woody
8. Who sings better? He would say him (I would say neither)
9. Who is smarter? Me on important stuff, him on useless knowledge
10. Whose temper is worse? Woody
11. Who does the laundry? Me
12. Who takes out the garbage? Woody
13. Who sleeps on the right side of the bed? Me
14. Who pays the bills? Me
15. Who is better with the computer? Me and that is sad (Michelle don't laugh to hard)
16. Who mows the lawn? Me, Woody works crazy hours
17. Who cooks dinner? Me
18. Who drives when you are together? Me, he scares me.
19. Who pays when you go out? Me, I carry the check card!!!
20. Who is most stubborn? Woody
21. Who is the first to admit when they are wrong? Me
22. Whose parents do you see the most? Woody's
23. Who kissed who first? Woody kissed me first
24. Who asked who out? He called and asked me out
25. Who proposed? Woody
26. Who is more sensitive? Me
27. Who has more friends? 'Bout the same
28. Who has more siblings? I do
29. Who wears the pants in the family? I do but I let him think he does!
30. How did you meet? Through his brother Ricky

If you join in let me know so I can read over yours!

To all my Friends on Friday!!!!

2008-07-18T05:10:00.000-07:00

The 30-Second Quiz

Don't bother getting a pen and paper... just read... if you can't
answer them, just keep going.

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America contest.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize.

5. Name the last five Academy Award winners for Best Actor and Actress.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remembers the headliners of yesterday. These are no second-rate achievers. They're the best in their fields. But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten. Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners.

Now here's another quiz. See how you do on this one:

1. Name three teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worth while.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.

5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

Easier?

The lesson?
The people who make a difference in your life aren't the ones with the most credentials, the most money, or the most awards. They're the ones who care.

To all my friends----THANKS FOR CARING!!!

Have a GREAT WEEKEND!!!!

HUGS, TRACEY

What type of shoe are you?

2008-07-16T05:44:00.001-07:00

Thanks Brianna---I love to play along>>>>>>

You Are Clogs

You are a solid and down to earth person.

You seek â€“ and almost always achieve â€“ a really sound balance in your life.

You are stylish yet comfortable. Mellow but driven. Excited yet calm.

You are the perfect mesh of contradictions.

No matter what happens, you have the ability to stay well grounded in your life.

People know that they can truly depend on you.

You should live: In Europe

You should work: At a company dedicated to helping the world

What Kind of Shoe Are You?

Playing Along

2008-07-14T05:32:00.000-07:00

Thanks Annette at Faithful Hearts------Here goes!!!!!!!

Scattergories... it's harder than it looks. Copy and paste into a new post. Erase my answers and fill in your own. Use the 1st letter of your name to answer each of the questions...they have to be real places, names, and things...and you can't use your name for the boy/girl name question.

What is your name? Tracey
4 letter word: Talk
Vehicle: Tacoma
City: Tampa
Boys name: Trevor
Girls name: Tiffany
Movie: Toy Story I & II
Occupation: Teller
Something you wear: Tank Top
Celebrity: Trace Atkins
Food: Tangerine
Something found in a kitchen: Toaster
Something found in a bathroom: Toilet paper
Reason for being late: Traffic
Cartoon character: Thomas the Train
Something you shout: Time-out
Animal: Turtle
Body Part: Tongue

If you want to snag this for your own blog, go ahead and have fun!

Help for busy moms!!!

2008-07-09T08:05:00.000-07:00

While watching the Racheal Ray show today there was a very interesting lady on the show.... She made a New Year's Resolution to cook supper for her family for an entire year using only her CROCK POT..... She has created a blog dedicated only to the recipes she makes, I have looked at a few and they seem to look pretty good. I know for myself the crock pot is a big time saver around our busy life...Thought i would share... I am going to try and post a link to here web-site, (not sure if I can figure it out)

http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

http://crockpot365.blogspot.com/

What does your name mean?

2008-07-08T13:12:00.001-07:00

I thought this was cute....Thanks Brianna

What TRACEY Means

You are a seeker. You often find yourself restless - and you have a lot of questions about life.

You tend to travel often, to fairly random locations. You're most comfortable when you're far away from home.

You are quite passionate and easily tempted. Your impulses sometimes get you into trouble.

You are wild, crazy, and a huge rebel. You're always up to something.

You have a ton of energy, and most people can't handle you. You're very intense.

You definitely are a handful, and you're likely to get in trouble. But your kind of trouble is a lot of fun.

You are usually the best at everything ... you strive for perfection.

You are confident, authoritative, and aggressive.

You have the classic "Type A" personality.

You are very open. You communicate well, and you connect with other people easily.

You are a naturally creative person. Ideas just flow from your mind.

A true chameleon, you are many things at different points in your life. You are very adaptable.

You are friendly, charming, and warm. You get along with almost everyone.

You work hard not to rock the boat. Your easy going attitude brings people together.

At times, you can be a little flaky and irresponsible. But for the important things, you pull it together.

You are a free spirit, and you resent anyone who tries to fence you in.

You are unpredictable, adventurous, and always a little surprising.

You may miss out by not settling down, but you're too busy having fun to care.

What's Your Name's Hidden Meaning?

4TH of July

2008-07-07T11:25:00.001-07:00

We had a very busy but very fun 4th of July weekend.

Thursday night I took the boys and we went to with my 2 sisters and their kids to see the fireworks in Burlington. We also took our Grandpa with us, he is 86 yrs young and he had a great time going with us.

Friday Woody was off for the holiday also. We were invited to his cousins house for a cookout. She lives on Hyco Lake and invited us to bring the boys and go swimming and boating. We spent the entire day there and had a great time. It was the first time the boys had ever been in a lake to go swimming and they had a great time. We also had a great time on their boat. We were all pretty exhausted at the end of the day.

Saturday we decided to surprise Andy and take him to Duke University and look around the campus and take him to the bookstore. Andy is a BIG Duke fan and he had never been to the campus before. He was very surprised when we arrrived because we did not tell him where we were going. First we went to look at the chapel, it was not open so we could go in but it was beautiful from the outside. Second, we went to the campus bookstore and did some shopping. He had a great time looking at all the different items avaialble with Duke on them. Then we were going to take him and let him see the outside of Cameron stadium and luckily we walked over their and the girls b-ball team was practicing so he actually got to walk inside and see the inside of Coach K court. He was thrilled, his eyes were wide as they could be trying to soak it all in.. He had a great time and was thrilled with our surprise visit to his favorite school.

Sunday morning we went to church and after the service Sherri and myself took the 4 girls from our Olympian class that made their gold medal out for lunch and a movie. We made a quick stop off by the mall afterwards to a shop I had never been in before. Libby Lou's (i think), they were so excited, I think they liked it better than the movie. Having only boys I was lost in this very girly store but they seemed right at home. I think they had a great time and I know I did.

Those are the hightlights from our holiday weekend. It is now Monday and so I had to come back to work to rest. I hope everyone had a relaxing and wonderful holiday weekend.

Hugs,
T

Playing along!!!

2008-07-01T08:14:00.001-07:00

Here are the rules: All answers must be just ONE word.

1. Where is your cell phone? desk

2. Your significant other? Woody

3. Your hair? brown

4. Your mother? loves

5. Your father? paw-paw

6. Your favorite thing? cheerwine

7. Your dream last night? nothing

8. Your favorite drink? cheerwine

9. Your dream/goal? weight

10. The room you're in? office

11. Your church? wonderful

12. Your fear? health

13. Where do you want to be in 6 years? home

14. Where were you last night? home

15. What you're not? bored

16. Muffins? blueberry

17. One of your wish list items? convertible

18. Where you grew up? NC

19. The last thing you did? type

20. What are you wearing? capris

21. Your TV? off

22. Your pets? dogs

23. Your computer? work

24. Your life? busy

25. Your mood? happy

26. Missing someone? kids

27. Your car? van

28. Something you're not wearing? watch

29. Favorite store? wal-mart

30. Your summer? hot

31. Like(love) someone? yes

32. Your favorite color? blue

33. Last time you laughed? yesterday

34. Last time your cried? Sunday

35. Who will repost this? Michelle

Tag anyone who wants to play along. Let me know if you do!!!!!

Busy

2008-06-27T13:23:00.001-07:00

Been very busy at work the past few days and I have not had anytime to post, I promise I will catch up on Monday!!!

Have a super weekend and enjoy it!!!!!!

End of the Season

2008-06-25T08:14:00.000-07:00

Last night Andy had his last baseball game for the season.. They had a great season and he is already talking about next year. Andy had 3 at bats last night and he finished the season up right. 3 at bats and he did everything possible when you are at bat, 1 strike-out, 1 hit and 1 walk, pretty good way to end the season!!!!

I've Been Tagged

2008-06-24T10:32:00.000-07:00

I've been tagged by my friend Michelle:

What I was doing 10 years ago:
-- I was pregnant with Andy
-- I am still working for the same company I was 10 years ago, just a different position

Favorite Snacks:
-- Cheerwine
-- Popsicles
-- Cookie Dough ice cream

5 things on my to do list today:
-- Finish preparing for inventory at work
-- Balance Checkbook
-- Laundry
-- Wal-mart
-- Attend Andy's last baseball game

5 jobs that I've had:
-- Billing supervisor (current)
-- Auto glass supervisor
-- Customer service rep.
-- cashier
-- cook

5 places I've lived:
-- B. Summit
-- R'ville

5 random things about me:
-- I don't like to read
-- I would love to meet Paula Deen
-- I don't like shoes of any kind, I would go barefoot all the time if I could get away with it
-- I like to watch Young and the Restless
-- I can't sing (except in my van when I am by myself)

Things I would do if I were a billionaire:
-- Own many horses
-- Own a volkswagon convertible
-- A bigger house
-- Four wheelers for the boys
-- Travel
-- Quit my job!!!!!!

5 CD'S:
-- Kirk Talley
-- Kenny Chesney
-- Cathedrals
-- Carrie Underwood
-- Down East

People tagged:
-- Anyone who reads this and wants to play along

2008-06-24T10:13:00.000-07:00

What type of Mother Hen Are You?
by Montessorimom.com: Educational Resource

Extreme Blog Makeover

2008-06-24T05:15:00.001-07:00

I have had an Extreme Blog Makeover!!!!!

Thanks to a dear, sweet, caring, loving, wonderful friend, mother to 3 great girls,wife, sister, and all around great person ------Michelle.

I am so glad she felt sorry for me and made my blog look like I knew what I was doing but I can take any of the credit, it all belongs to her.

I LOVE IT!!!!!! Thanks Michelle your the best!!!!

First Post

2008-06-23T08:57:00.001-07:00

Hello