Friend Makin' Monday

happy monday!

kasey has given her task for the day...

List 5 things that just really get you fuzzed up (that means makes you mad)

Here are my 5:

1. Liars & Cheaters - OOOHHH! it irritates me when i can't believe a single word someone is saying because they always are tellin' stories and i have to say that i will rarely play a game with bob because he is always on the edge of cheating (i call it cheating, he calls it 'creative thinking'...it ANNOYS me!)

2. Idiot Drivers!!! - hello...cars come with a turn signal for a reason people! i hate when i'm waiting for the oncoming driver to pass so that i can turn and they turn right before me! UGH! i could go on and on but i'll stop...

3. 'Keeping up with the Jone's' - it drives me nuts when people try to out do or better themselves for the sake of a social standard. get over it!

4. Whining - "huh? i can't hear you when your whining!"

5. The Multi Trillion Dollar deficit - i don't want to get into politics, so i won't go further...

on positive note...

the sun is shining and the yard work is all done, whoo hoo!!!

Friend Makin' Monday

yep, it's monday again!

today kasey has asked us to share 10 things we can't live without.

you know, friend to friend advice...

if you'd like to share 10 of your favorite things, go here.

here's mine...

1. gold canyon candles. they are a constant must in my home. i love the baking line and so does everyone who comes over. it's something my kids will remember when there grown up...the smell of their childhood.

2. these kitchenaid mixing bowls...there have been many times that i've needed to bake or prepare dinner with a very fussy baby who refuses to be let down. i can hold the baby in one hand and mix in the other. they have a rubber bottom that holds it in place. i love them!

3. fantastic sams shampoo & conditioner. i've used both the daily and color care shampoo & conditioner and i love it!!! (thanks doug...) i've used a ton of different products and this one makes my hair happy.
4. the fhi straightner. i actually bought this for my oldest daughter and i love it. we fight over it. i'm going to be very sad when she moves and takes it with her :(

5. (for the quilters out there) i couldn't live without this stuff. the yli quilting thread. i use it for applique, for binding, for wool applique...i love it!

6. shout color catchers are THE BEST...they have saved me and my clothes from disaster!



7. arbonne's eye cream. i've used arbonne's eye cream for probably 13 years now and i still think it's the best. actually, all the arbonne products are pretty darn good!


8. russell stover's sugar free chocolates. they really are yummy and they are atkins friendly!
9. a high-shine lip gloss is a must...but one that lasts, that's hard to find...any suggestions???


10. tall black boots are a must! i love them and they are great on those days that i have "prickly legs".

that's all folks. i hope you have a great week!

take care!

Friend Makin' Monday

for today's task, kasey has asked us to list

10 things we are thankful for...

here's my 10 things...

1. Christ & my church - 7 years ago i joined the 'Mormon' church. i upset MANY and many literally fell to the floor in prayer and tears. while i appreciated their love for me, i was sad that they had a common misconception about the teachings and doctrine. Jesus Christ was then and is now the center of my life. 4 years ago, bob joined the church. it has been the best thing we have ever done for ourselves and our family.

2. my family - all of them...'bob', the kids, sister, mom, dad, step-parents, grandparents, in-laws, nieces, nephews, those that we've 'adopted' as family...everyone. they all play different, but important roles in my life, as well as, my childrens lives. each one brings different values, lessons, personalities that make us who we are. each one helps to shape our young ones and give them character. we are very blessed to have so much family, so close.

3. our friends - what would we do without the support of a friend? a friend who knows you and still chooses to be around you is not something to take lightly. friends are placed in our lives by the Lord at just the right time to play an important role that only they can fulfill. if you are lucky enough to have a few great friends, then you are lucky enough. i am blessed...

4. work - it may sound strange, but i am grateful for work for two very different reasons. first, in today's economic times i am truly grateful that 'bob' has enough work to keep him busy and keep food on the table and gas in the car... second, i am grateful for work because it teaches many valuable lessons. it teaches to appreciate and to serve, it teaches not to be idol and to be helpful. it teaches teamwork and trust. i am grateful that there is always work to be done and willing hands to do it.

5. health - i thank the Lord every night for our health and i pray to Him every morning to keep us that way. there is not a minute that goes by that i take it for granted, ever...

6. technology - what in the world would we do without our cell phones, the internet, debit cards, and the remote control!!!...oh my gosh, how did we live before???

7. quilting - 10 years ago i decided that i wanted to learn to quilt...shortly after, a quilt shop opened up down the street from me. not long after that, i started taking classes and then began working there a couple times a week to support my new hobby. ten years later, i have a thriving in home business, amazing friends, a hobby that gives me a sense of accomplishment and an outlet for the creative side of me. if has brought warmth to our home and has inspired my children to create. it's become a part of who i am.

8. neighbors - in our neighborhood we still borrow suger and bring eachother tea to ease a pregnant tummy. we still watch eachothers kids and enter without knocking. we still have frontyard bbq's in the summer and waterfights in the street. many of our neighbors are our greatest friends and we cherish that relationship. neighborhoods around this amazing country are missing out because too many people keep their doors locked and their curtains closed. life is too short. get to know those around you. you might be surprised who the Lord has put in the house across the street.

9. my trials - they have made me who i am and they have made me appreciate life much more. i tell my kids...we will all have things to overcome and work through...it's how we handle the challenge and how we stand up to it that determines who we are. stand tall in the face of adversity and yours will be a solid character and a noble mind.

10. blogging - it's given me an outlet to learn, connect, inspire, share and meet all of you...

for that i am truly grateful!

Friend Makin' Monday

is back!!!

kasey has tagged us with a fun little question & answer game.

here goes...

What is your blogger name?Julie

When is your birthday?Nov. 27th (sometimes i'm a turkey!)

How long have you been blogging?May 10th, 2008 (i'll have to plan another giveaway...)

Who tagged you?Kasey from all that is good

Tell me your five most favorite body parts. Ugh! ok...i have to be honest, sorry. i don't think i have a favorite body part right now. maybe my ears and my feet. i haven't been very good at losing my baby fat.

What do you wish most for your birthday? to sleep in as long as i want, a clean house and dinner with my husband...

What color are you nails right now? shoot, am i supposed to have my nails painted...

Have you had any depressing thoughts lately? it's too depressing to talk about.

What’s your plan for the next month? work on losing this baby fat and wean the happiest baby.

At what age did you have your first crush? i think i was probably 8 when i had my first crush on ronnie. (are you laughing mom & suz?)

Have you attended any school reunions? no and i don't plan on it.

Have you ever passed gas in public and pretended like you didn’t smell anything? Yes!

Are you a clean freak? No, i gave up a long time ago...it's not worth the constant nagging!

What era do you wish you were born in? This one is pretty good.

Are you a vegetarian? no, but i don't eat steak on the bone. ewww! and i'll only buy and cook chicken if it's boneless and skinless.

How many pillows do you sleep with at night? one

Are you a light sleeper or a heavy sleeper? Light

Do you secretly wear granny panties when your man is not around? lol, no

What is your ultimate dream job? i'd love to own a party shop with my sister.

What does your husband do that annoys you the most? he tries to play the radio game with me!!! ahhh! i don't know, nor do i care who sings the stupid song...leave me alone! (thanks for letting me vent...)

What is your dream car? land rover discovery...i had one once, but it went to car heaven and bob won't even consider the idea of getting another one. uhhh...

Do you wake up easily in the morning?heck no, it's a problem.

Do you like hairy men? YUCK! i mean no thanks.

How about a man with a goatee? yep, my handsome hubby has one. he keeps it nicely trimmed.

Which would you prefer: a two-hour spa massage, a two-hour Thai massage, or a two-hour foot massage? What's a thai massage? I'll take the foot massage.

Have you ever wished you had a different name? If so, what name? yes raquel as a kid.

What is the most extreme sport you have ever done? riding/driving off road vehicles.

Do you prefer traveling in Europe or Asia? I don't know, I've never done either.

What is your favorite food? Italian or Mexican

What is your most embarrassing moment while out on a date? oh my, there are so many but the one that comes to mind is when bob and i were teens and we went for a ride on my 3-wheeler (atc) we drove into a newer part of town (at the time we could do that, sigh...)and came to an intersection. a pretty lady in a land cruiser graciously allowed me to go first and i popped a wheelie and bob landed on his back. i'm not sure who was more embarrassed. me or him...

have a great day!