Wednesday, November 23, 2011

At the gun range

The Cone of Shame!



Remember the movie UP! and doug?  "I do not like the cone of shame"  (there are a lot of other great quotes in that movie from Doug, but for today, we will stick with the cone of shame)

Well Bo had to go to the doctor the other day and has become the second most expensive cat we have ever owned (and thats saying something) First on that list was Patches, and that a lllooonnnggg story, which we arent going to go into now.

After coming back from eye surgery, not only does he has (4) different kinds of eyedrops he has to have put in his eye on a rotating schedule, he also has to wear, (wait for it....)

The cone of shame!,  and he is not happy about it


He cant hide in all of his usual places because the cone does not fit.  He keeps running into doorways (because of the cone and also because vision on one side still isnt back to what is use to be) . and most of all, he cant rub his face on things, which he loves to do


and most of all, it is hard to eat with this thing on!

although it is kind of funny because he was scooping the food off the plate with the cone and then licking it out of the cone.

so for the next week or so, feel bad for our poor defenseless cat as he has to live with this thing wrapped around his head

Deb

Monday, November 21, 2011

The Myth of Sisyphus

Or otherwise known to me as, "The 7th Level of Hell"

In Greek mythology, Sisyphus was a brilliant rascal who sometimes played tricks on the gods to get what he wanted.  He even used trickery to avoid death.  Finally the gods had enough and condemned Sisyphus to eternal hard labor -- his punishment: rolling a boulder up a hill, only to have it roll back down to the bottom each time he finally gets it to the top.


I am convinced at this point in my life that it was not a boulder up a hill he was rolling, it is LAUNDRY.  Yes thats right LAUNDRY.  This is a project that no matter what you do, you will never be completely done with it.  The problem is, even when you are doing laundry, you have clothes on that you will eventually have to wash. (unless you want to go around naked all day, and well.... I dont think so)  I guess you could just buy new clothes each week and throw the others away, but that doesnt seem realistic does it. So what do you do? Do you wash them quickly so you only have small loads to do? which equates to doing laundry every day, all day, for the rest of your LIFE! or do you let the laundry pile up until you cant see large parts of your house and then spend the next week digging your life back out through the use and abuse of your washer?


UGGGGGGG  I get frustrated just typing about it...... and I roll the boulder back up the hill.




Deb

Sunday, November 20, 2011

Annual Tree Pic

We planted this live oak tree the same year we moved in this house.  I've tried to take a pic of Bruiser and the tree each year after to show how much both have grown.  I definitely think he is out-pacing the tree.  Here is a pic from the year we moved in:


And here he is now:



How time flies!

Deb

Wednesday, November 09, 2011

Velocity

Since I'm posting, and put the LOML into cardiac arrest. I'd thought I'd post about what I've been doing the last couple of months aside from laundry, taxi service, maid, and housekeeper (oh, and lawyer).  In August I took the plunge and started working out three days a week at Velocity.  If you don't know what Velocity is here's a link to the Coppell branch:  http://www.velocitysp.com/coppell.  It's a crossfit program which combines cardio, weights and strength training.

Anyway, not to pat myself on the back but I am pretty proud for getting up and doing it.  It was very intimidating at first but now I've settled into a rhythm and have a good group that I work out with.  They are very encouraging and just all around good people.  I don't see the changes yet but others have said they do, I'm purposefully not getting on the scale and just doing the program.  I can do things now that I couldn't even dream of doing in August (like doing more than 1 pushup and running more than 10 feet).  So, if you want to come join us I'm there on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:00 and would love to see you!

If you want to know more about the program drop me a line or give me a call.


Deb

Christmas Thoughts

The LOML always gets on to me for not posting on the blog.  Well, a FB friend posted this and with things coming to that time of year I shared it with the LOML and now I'll share it with you:

CHRISTMAS 2011 – BIRTH OF A NEW TRADITION

"As the holidays approach, the giant Asian factories have been in high gear to provide Americans with monstrous piles of cheaply produced goods -- merchandise that has been produced at the expense of American labor.

"Let's make this year different. This year Americans will give the gift of genuine concern for other Americans. There is no longer an excuse that, at gift-giving time, nothing can be found that is produced by American hands. Yes, there is!

"It's time to think outside the box, people. Who says a gift needs to fit in a shirt box, wrapped in Chinese-produced wrapping paper?

"Everyone -- yes EVERYONE -- gets their hair cut. How about gift certificates from your local American hair salon or barber?

"Gym membership? It's appropriate for all ages who are thinking about some health improvement.

"Who wouldn't appreciate getting their car detailed? Small, American-owned detail shops and car washes would love to sell you a gift certificate or a book of gift certificates. How many people couldn't use an oil change and lube job for their car or truck, done at a local shop run by an American working guy or gal?

"Are you one of those extravagant givers who think nothing of plunking down the Benjamins on a Chinese-made flat-screen? Perhaps that grateful gift receiver would like his driveway sealed, or her lawn mowed for the summer, or their driveway plowed all winter, or games at the local golf course.

"There are a bazillion owner-run restaurants -- all offering gift certificates. And, if your intended isn't the fancy eatery sort, what about a half-dozen breakfasts at the local breakfast joint. Remember folks, this isn't about big National chains -- this is about supporting your hometown Americans with their financial lives on the line to keep their doors open.

"Thinking about a heartfelt gift for mom? Mom would LOVE the services of a local cleaning lady for a day.
My computer could use a tune-up, and I KNOW I can find some young guy who is struggling to get his repair business up and running.

"OK, you were looking for something more personal. Local crafts people spin their own wool and knit them into scarves. They make jewelry, and pottery and beautiful wooden boxes.

"Plan your holiday outings at local, owner operated restaurants and leave your server a nice tip. And, how about going out to see a play or ballet at your hometown theatre.

"Musicians need love (and income) too, so find a venue showcasing local bands.

"Honestly, people, do you REALLY need to buy another ten-thousand Chinese lights for the house? When you buy a $5.00 string of lights, about fifty cents stays in the community. If you have those kinds of bucks to burn, leave the mailman, trash guy or babysitter a nice BIG tip.

"You see, Christmas is no longer about draining American pockets so that China can build another glittering city. Christmas is now about caring about US, encouraging American small businesses to keep plugging away to follow their dreams. And, when we care about other Americans, we care about our communities, and the benefits come back to us in ways we couldn't imagine.

"THIS is the new American Christmas tradition.

"Send this to everyone on your mailing list -- post it to discussion groups -- throw up a post on Craigslist in the Rants and Raves section in your city -- send it to the editor of your local paper and radio stations, and TV news departments. This is a revolution of caring about each other, and isn't that what Christmas is about?"


Deb

Monday, November 07, 2011

You dont have to go home, but you cant stay here...



It is officially cold, the leaves are starting to fall from the trees and the Pool is officially CLOSED for the winter

Here's the before...


and the after...



Only 134 more days till spring!!!

Deb

Friday, November 04, 2011

He's coming for you!



M was a Grim Reaper for Halloween...  complete with voice changer to make sure he sounded scary.

Deb

Thursday, November 03, 2011

The Rebellion will be so easy to crush!!

one more notch in the belt of the darkside... (ahh, to feel the power of the darkside)

as of last night, my blackberry is no more, and in its place? well what else...

these guys never had a chance....



I now have a


Tumbling down the rabbit hole,  and loving every minute..

Deb