MONDAY'S..........

Here we go again.......Monday. Some of you may have noticed the "new layout of my blog. Thank you Jamie! I wanted a 3 column so we had to go with a different background, still groovey don't you think?
First day of the week and I know you will all be jealous when I tell you what I get to do today, no really, you will not be able to top it! I GET to go to the DMV and register all three of our piece of junk cars, don't get me wrong, I love our piece of junk cars, they are paid for. But why couldn't I have sent it through the mail, much easier? I could have! But I didn't. So now I have to go down there and get in line with all the !@#&* and the*&^%*@ and who knows who else and be depressed because the people that are there seem completely lost, not to mention some of them kind of criminal.....so judgemental, but so true. I know, I was there last month with my daughter to get her car registered. We stood in line trying not to have eye contact with anyone. It was scary, I guess *&%$# don't register their cars through the mail either. Anyway, too fun. Now aren't you jealous? Wonder if I should wear a mask? Swine flu? I might....okay a little paranoid. We are all God's people. Swine flu, more on that later........happy Monday.

BIRTHDAYS

I had a birthday this month....not something I ever look forward to. The fact that I have to say numbers that start with a 5......uhg! My awesome friend, Nancy, always gets me on track and reminds me of what a blessing birthdays are....she is right, they are a blessing. She reminds me life is something to celebrate! She gave me a little "celebration" party last night, too fun! Life IS a gift from God, every time we turn one year older, it is His gift. He looks down on my pitiful self and says: today is special, I chose to give you another year of life, what did you do with it? What are you going to do with the next one? When I turned 50 my niece Melanie sent me an email to say happy birthday. (she probably doesn't even remember this) In her message she knew I wasn't too happy about turning 50. But went on to tell me about a girl in her life (I don't want to get into names) but she was a young mother who was taken early by cancer. She was married with a child. She had shared with Melanie how she hated to hear people complaining about getting older, grey hair, wrinkles, all the stuff that goes with it.......she would have given anything to experience those things.....to watch her kids grow old, to watch herself grow old.....Mel will never know how much that hit me, I printed the email off and still have it, I take it out and read it every so often......puts things in perspective. Enjoy life, enjoy birthdays, enjoy aging. I think it's time to pull it out again and read it. I am one of the lucky ones.....I had a birthday this year. luv to Mel and Nancy....

TGIF!

Time to "get our happy on"
Why is it Friday's are always my favorite day of the week......because it's the weekend! It's not like I work full time, or have small children I have to wake up early for every other day of the week....actually things are down right dull around here lately...but you already know that. I think ever since school, high school, college, work.......we all live for Friday! YIPEE, it's here!
It reminds me of that song....."every body's workin' for the weekend........
I love Fridays! Ms. Social has a small party to go to tonight, a Detroit Lions game to watch tomorrow, and a party to go to tomorrow night! Fun, just what this empty-nester grooveymom needs!!! So, make it a good weekend! Go out and socialize, get some exercise, get some fresh air, and don't have too many cocktails! Have a great weekend! TGIF!

Get Your Happy On!

I read an article the other day about 5 ways to "get your happy on", good stuff. 1) Do something! Get out and do something, anything! 2)Meditate! I'm not so good at this, but I do go to yoga classes every so often, and every time I go, I think.....this is great, I need to come more often, go figure. 3) Get Friendly! Socialize with your friends, go out.....no problem here, I am the social queen....4) Move more, get moving, exercise! Need I say more? 5) Write a gratitude journal, even when you are at your wits end, writing something down that you are thankful for will change your way of thinking. So true! Give thanks.......:o)

Toooooo Quiet!

Okay, I said I survived and I did. But......it is way too quiet in my house. I am used to Clay "bouncing around" jumping over furniture, playing music too loud, complaining about nothing good to eat........never thought I would miss that, but I do. So, I am venting it all here in my blog. It will be okay, life will go on, I just have to adjust. And create some noise! Guess I'll put on the Rolling Stones.......I can't get no Satisfaction......a hey hey hey....
later, groovey mom

I Survived!

Okay, I survived the first day of school. Today is a new day. And I feel better. Clay also survived his first day of school. I am excited for him, he has so much ahead of him......we all have so much ahead of us...that has to be the focus! What are we going to do with our future? What can we do to make our mark? To make the world a better place, to enjoy life, to embrace our gifts ( and we do have them). Much to ponder, I'll get back to you.

MONDAY'S..........

Today is Monday. Remember that old saying "today is the first day of the rest of your life?" It's true, when you think about it, everyday is. But today really feels like that. It's the first day of school for Clay...college. So he's not here at home, he is off in his dorm room. I didn't get to make him a special breakfast this morning, or help him get his new school supplies loaded up in his new backpack......or take his picture, walk him to his new class or drop him off at his new school, or kiss him good bye.......he's on his own. And I am on my own this morning, sitting here with my cup of coffee feeling lost. Most of you know, my daughter got married this summer, she is not here either.......My wonderful husband is here (still in bed :)), but it's not the same...not for a mom. So, there you go, it IS the first day of the rest of my life! I can choose to wallow in self-pity, or I can get going and make it a great day......I will probably wallow for awhile, but I will move forward! No more excuses........I should now have a little extra time for myself. Maybe I'll get fit and lose that 20 lbs. I've been blaming on child bearing for 20 years, or maybe I'll go back to school, or maybe write a book! I'll start with getting up and taking a shower.....one step at a time.

Welcome to the San Diego Breast Cancer 3-Day:

Welcome to the San Diego Breast Cancer 3-Day:

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"Political Correctness"

Okay, I looked up the meaning of this "politically correct" thing. I found several definitions, but kind of liked this one the best:
A trend that wants to make everything fair, equal and just to all by suppressing thought, speech, and practice in order to achieve that goal.
Kind of scary when you really think about it. I'm okay with not wanting to offend any one person, group, religion, political party, etc. But suppressing thought, speech and practices, NO WAY! This is America, and we have freedom of speech! Forget Political Correctness! Be kind and thoughtful, but never be afraid to express your views, thoughts and beliefs. Be true to yourself, exercise your rights, and never compromise who you are!

White Trash/Red Neck Potluck!

Well, the party was another success! My neighbor and I threw our 2ND white trash party last night. Very fun! I know it sounds politically incorrect, but please don't be offended! It is all in fun. If you have issues, back off......I lived in a trailer for 3 years when I was young. No big deal!
Any way.....great costumes! Lot's of tattoo's, camo, mullets, and "pregnant" gals running around! If you have not been to a White trash themed party, throw one! It's worth it just to see the costumes people come up with. Very creative, and everyone gets into it, its amazing. I think there is a little red neck in all of us! And the food.......bologna sandwiches, spam, casseroles, franks and beans......
PS-what is political correctness? I think I will investigate this term...more later.

I Love My Girls!

Greetings Groovey Chicks!
Today is my birthday! I refuse to reveal my age.........let's just say over 50, yuk! Spent most of the day with my niece, Kaycee. She is awesome. A 30 something mom who I love to hang out with. I am so lucky that (even though I have awesome friends) I love to hang out with my family! What a blessing. I have a group of the most awesome niece's! I feel like they are all daughters and good friends. Not to mention my awesome daughter, who I would rather hang out with more than anyone on this planet! Oh, and I can't leave out my groovey sis! Anyway, as I ponder this special day, I am reminded of how blessed I am. I lost my mother when I was only 11. And I think God looked down on me and said, okay, I am now going to give you one of the best group of girls I can find and put them in your family! Sister, sister-in-laws, daughter, nieces, mother-in-law, etc. So enjoy! And I do! I wouldn't trade any of them! Some of them I don't see enough, but we pick up right where we left off every time we get together. So to all my groovey girls, I LOVE YA!!! Thank you for loving me, supporting me, and making my life better. :) You Rock!

Okay, so I said I was back........that was July 4th! It is August 17th!
Where does time go? I have had a HUGE summer......Chelsea got married! Clay is going to college......I will be an empty-nester......Lord help Mike!
Life is good (I think). I need to now get a life! Any suggestions will be appreciated. I am open, what does a middle aged groovy girl do with herself?
One who has been a mom and housewife for the past 23 years? I need a job! One that is flexible, and has meaning, is creative, and has serious cash flow, haha! Don't we all need this job?