Groovey Community!

Each year I organize a Needy Family project during the holidays. Each year it grows, more families, more volunteers that help (earth angels). Each year I am in awe of how God works in this process. I was part of a similar project in Ca. before moving here to Colorado. When I got here I started one here because I realized I needed it as much as my families in need do. Anyway, this is our
4th year.
06' 3 families (8 people) 7 volunteers.
07' 4 families (14 people) 10 volunteers.
08' 11 families (40 people) 28 volunteers
09' 13 families (44 people and counting) 28 volunteers and counting.
Amazing......when I start feeling sorry for myself, I read my list of families in need.....I don't have to say the words, "out of work, dad in Iraq, stage 4 colon cancer, 16 and pregnant, mentally disabled, food stamps, free lunch program, no insurance, electricity and water turned off........I am blessed. And I am blessed to live in a community where people give from their pockets and their hearts, awesome. (day one, already a wonderful friend and volunteer has ordered 5 baby books for the 5 pregnant girls in need). Ordered and paid for. Tell me I don't live a groovey community!

Greetings!

"Think highly of yourself
because the world takes you at your own estimate"
How True!

If you have a Hubby, hug him.....

This little sweet story takes place in the ABC Dept. store. My home away from home lately. A nice middle aged lady said she wanted a new scent. So I was helping her, making light conversation. She told me she usually wore Delicious by DKNY, it's actually one of my favorites, we talked a little more, she had been shopping and bought a few new tops, jacket, said she thought she should change her fragrance. She sniffed out a few more, then we went to the DKNY section, she smelled the Delicious, I showed her a great gift set with free lotion in it, and told her if she really liked maybe she should stick with it......its hard for many people to find a new scent. She said I was right, she loved it and didn't really want to change...we sprayed some on, she teared up and looked me in the eyes....."you see my husband bought me this every Christmas, and he died a few months ago. Of course, way too much for me to handle (Mrs. cries at EVERYTHING). I teared up......but managed to tell her she was making the right choice, she loves that scent and although a painful reminder, its also a wonderful memory. She smiled and seemed so relieved......she really wanted more of that perfume, she just needed someone to tell her it was okay. I gave her some samples and a free tote with her purchase, she showed me the clothes she bought, she was lonely. She was so sweet and it was a milestone for her to come in and buy that perfume, but when she left she was happy and so glad that she had not switched. After she left I kept thinking about her, I realized how lucky I was to still have my TV addicted, remote hugging, where's my keys? wonderful guy.......hugs and kisses cowboy...luv ya

Walk and Feel Better!

I have to admit, I have not been working out very faithfully.....but have started walking again and have a new walking partner.....we have been walking around the lake, 3 miles. Why on earth I don't do this every darn day the weather allows I have no idea. Sunshine, snow capped rockies, blue skies, fresh air and great conversation.......A whole new outlook on life! JUST DO IT! :) (thanks Cath...)

I look like one too......:-(

Okay, more on the ABC Dept. Store job. As you know I work in the fragrance department, which is part of the cosmetics department. Working nights is often....hmmmm how shall I put it? Boring! Dead! So we all go to each others counters sampling and trying out each others products......fun! But here's the deal, as I've told you before, sometimes I come home smelling like a french whore (sorry if that offends) but it's true. Well lately I have been hanging out at the Este Lauder and Clinique counters.....I love the girl at the Este counter, she is a young college girl, adorable and looks like a model.....she helps me with make up. Este Lauder is a great line by the way, especially for us "middle aged" gals. Awesome cover up.....anyway, sometimes I go a little too far....and the mirrors in my department are not that good....so I sometimes wonder over when no one is around and "play make-up", I look in the mirror at work and think I look pretty good. The other night I came home, looked in the mirror, and to my horror, had a ton of charcoal colored eye shadow on and way too much blush....you got it, french whore.......so not only do I smell like one, but look like one too. Note to self, DO NOT go out after work and have a drink......if I get pulled over, no telling what the charges will be!(it's a good thing I'm not in the lingerie dept.)

Balloon Boy......and Balloon Moron....

This guy has to be the most ignorant man on earth.....did he really think that he could pull this off? Not only was it stupid and costly, but caused an entire nation to worry and pray for this little boy. I had family members call me and say they were praying for him and his safety. Now look......a hoax?
I am going to try not to judge, who knows what this guy is thinking. But I will tell you what, I am still going to pray for the balloon boy and his brothers. Parents are supposed to teach their kids integrity. They need to teach them to NOT lie.....I feel for these kids, what kind of parent asks their 6 year old to lie? To even go on TV and lie? Here's the deal, most 6 year olds can't....that's why Balloon Moron is probably going to lose the life and family he has, not to mention $$$$$$$ which no doubt is the reason he came up with this stupid idea.

French Whore?

In response to the comments I have received on the "french whore" remarks......(from at least I smell good post)I have to laugh. Where did that come from? And what about whores from other countries....??? Anyway, you'll like this. Tonight I came home and while checking my emails, I notice a wonderful smell...of course its me, but a different smell, one I cannot quite identify...hmmmm, what is this luscious smell? Too funny, one wrist smells of a mixture, very feminine...the other, like a cute young guy (not that I really know what that means) but that's how I would describe this....maybe something my son or son-in-law would wear......I got it! Its Aqua di Gio....for men, its yummy and my whole right arm smells like it......amazing, I think I'll wear it tomorrow at work....is there a law against that? Better check with the boss....pleasant smells...

Words.....

Read my Common Sense post today. It is on choosing our words wisely. I talk about the "N" word. I was also going to bring up "pimp", seems to be a very common word used these days. I don't like this word. It means someone who procures customers for whores, arrange sexual partners for others and for money. But I thought that would be a little over kill.....so decided to keep it short. Then I go to post on this page (grooveymom) and I happen to be looking at the ads.....and there you are! Pimp your web site! Kind of like the TV show, Pimp Your Ride! Do you see what I'm saying? We use these words so freely without thought.....Pimp, how cute. Good Grief.

Wise Daughter.....

My daughter is so wise! Her suggestion to me (in regards to last blog about gloom) was to do something good. If we do good for others and surround ourselves with good, we will soon SEE the good. She's right, I feel great when doing something good for others. I have started working on my "needy family" project lately. This will be our 4th year. Just starting to get it organized.....totally takes my mind off the doom and gloom! Helping others that need so much, making a difference, and seeing all the friends and great ladies out there who help me with this......wow, it is Awesome! Okay, daughter of mine.....I found my happy face! thanks, love ya!

Doom & Gloom.....Put on a Happy Face

Cloudy here today, it actually snowed yesterday...melted as it touched the ground, but none the less, they were flakes....Ugh! That's the GLOOM.....I have become a political junkie, I have the news on 24/7 (except for Seinfeld and a few other shows). My husband is getting annoyed at me.....too much news! I'm sure he's right, he always is. But these are troubling times, we need to get educated on what's going on around us.....so depressing. Nothing but DOOM! He says when you listen to it over and over and over and over.....get my picture? Things start looking very bleak, he's right. There is much to be thankful for, lots of good people out there doing good stuff....I know. And I am thankful for so many things, God is good. Okay, put on a happy face, get ready for work, guess I'll get my winter clothes out :-( Oh oh.....wait, Fox News just reported....unemployment up again, Iran still building nuclear plants, mercury in flu-shots, stop, do what my hubby does, turn on the NFL channel.....escape to football land.....easy for him, the only teams I follow are not doing well (I won't mention any names) sorry boys......TGIF, is it too early for a cocktail? Where the heck is my Happy Face, I'll find it.....somewhere....

At Least I Smell Good.......

I have to look at the bright side. But feeling a little like I have a case of the whine flu today.....feel like whining!
My daughter is gone, (married), my son is gone, (college), my hubby is gone (out of town on work), my sis is gone, (on a cruise, my faithful email buddy), and its raining......so can't walk with my new walking partner! :0( However, I am going to work today at xxxx department store.....which last night was very slow.....so I clean, straighten, and sample perfume. I go in smelling very ordinary, I come out smelling like a french whore.....seriously, last night after I put on my PJ's, I was laying in bed with Roxy (my little pooch) and watching TV. I kept thinking what smells so darn good...the blankets, sheets? NO, ME! I smell great! So there you go, at least I smell good. There's always a bright side.

The Joys of Blogging....

Okay, I am constantly on a mission to get this whole Internet/cyberspace/techno/blogger/world figured out....It takes me waaaaay longer than the average gal. But hey, I am middle aged and DID NOT grow up with a computer in every room of the house. My first contact with all of this was at a bar in college playing Pong and Frogger.....so I must have patience! I think I am mastering the Blogher site...slowly. Like I said last month, I have 2 email accounts, facebook, blogspot, twitter, blogher, etc. I try to post everyday on my blog, read my emails, check and post on facebook, so I am feeling pretty good about myself. However, I noticed my answer machine has 9 messages on it.......and for the life of me, I can't remember to tweet.....working on it.....still have to check out blogfrog and more......if anyone has any suggestions, I am open!
later, grooveymom

Techno Bimbo......

Okay, I'm getting better...but......
I have spent all morning trying to figure out how to get a picture on blogher.com for my profile....CANNOT get it done! Ugh!
On a good note, I can now cut and paste with ease....yea!
I know, I know, techno bimbo.

Bronco Weekend:)

Had a great weekend with family, had a great time at the Bronco game, they won! My poor UNC Bears and Detroit Lions lost, but I still love em'! Don't suppose anyone came up with any money making ideas? I know they are out there, just have to find one and then act on it! It's cold and raining here in Northern Colo, and I am NOT ready for this! Starting that Margarita or fish taco stand in a tropical place is sounding better and better...........

TGIF!

Yippee, It's Friday! Work all day today....12:45-9:15, ugh, long day. But, the start of my 3 day weekend! Yippee....going to the Bronco game with three of my favorite people! My hubby and niece and her hubby! Then come home and watch my favorite Lion on TV, so a big football Sunday!
So grateful for my job, my husbands job, but dang it! I am truly spoiled, I don't want to work...just want to play and do good deeds. So much to do, and not enough time....must get organized so I can move on to the bigger picture......I mean really, am I supposed to die in the fragrance dept. of XXXX Dept. store? I think not! I'm on a mission, must figure it out! If you come up with any suggestions or ideas, PLEASE let me know! Remember, it must include large amounts of money.......Happy Friday! luv, grooveymom

New Bimbo In Fragrance

I seriously need to quit worrying about everything! I am a worry wart! Okay, the new job....going pretty well, but everyday I mess up something on the deposit...but I am new and close out every night by myself....I'm getting it, but....so they brought to my attention some of the things I needed to do differently, no problem. I can do it, then I close out again by myself last night, piece of cake. Oh no, forgot to get change....they will just have to do it tomorrow. Not too big of deal. So, I'm laying in bed this morn(6:00am)and realize its the 1st of October today.....oh no, I'm sure I dated last nights deposit 09/29/09, not the 30Th! Ugh, now I get to worry all day about what they are going to call me on tonight...wrong date, no change......I know none of this sounds like a big deal...but with these big companies.....the lady upstairs who handles all this...I'm sure she is wondering who the new bimbo is in fragrance.....