Tonight, Dale and I went to Smart Cow Yogurt Bar. We met our friends Sandy, Steve & Stacie Stubbendick as well as Stacie's friend Tatjana, who is visiting from Germany.
Here are the things I learned tonight:
1. If you drop your yogurt cup and spoon in a puddle it is okay to still use the cup as long as you do not use the spoon. Apparently you should just ignore the black water in the cup.
2. Some people who claim to be green actually let their Moms handle the green work, but take the credit themselves.
3. Sandy and Steve Stubbendick used to give their children (when they were just babies) live lobsters to play with. Odd.
4. People do not believe the McLobster was real. Yet the McRib seems perfectly normal to them.
5. Some vegetarians each shrimp.
6.!Some vegetarians even eat chicken.
7. A spider can dislocate your shoulder (true story).
I always knew this, but tonight I was reminded just how funny Stacie Stubbendick can be. I just wish she wasn't so quiet and shy.
Thursday, June 30, 2011
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
The latest addition to the Gl-ittaker home
Our backyard had two sections with an open lattice roof patio cover. We just added a third area, which is a full covered roof, in the area where our hot tub used to live (we gave it away).
The new area gives us a shady area and the furniture cushions will not get wet when it rains. We will be adding a ceiling fan and lighting too. It is basically our outdoor living room.
We moved our patio table and chairs to the area where the patio furniture used to be, so we now can do outdoor dinners for up to 8 comfortably (10 if needed).
We also added two outdoor lounge chairs to the area where the patio table used to be. You can tell we like being out on the patio, huh?
From the opposite direction.
And yes, Zoe has claimed the chair on the left as her own.
Ah summer...so wonderful! And the patio makes it even better. Oh we still need to resurface the concrete where the hot tub was. That will be in mid-July.
The new area gives us a shady area and the furniture cushions will not get wet when it rains. We will be adding a ceiling fan and lighting too. It is basically our outdoor living room.
We also added two outdoor lounge chairs to the area where the patio table used to be. You can tell we like being out on the patio, huh?
From the opposite direction.
And yes, Zoe has claimed the chair on the left as her own.
Ah summer...so wonderful! And the patio makes it even better. Oh we still need to resurface the concrete where the hot tub was. That will be in mid-July.
Yes, more flowers
I snapped a few new pictures of the latest blooms in the backyard - lilies and roses.
I have a new enemy!
Well not a new enemy I guess...it is more that I am officially declaring this enemy publicly. In fact, I am going one step further and declaring war on this enemy.
Cottonwood trees are officially now on my enemy list. (Yes I have a list...don't you?)
Anyhow...I hate cottonwood trees. I specifically hate the pollen they produce and even more specifically the amount of pollen they produce. I hate how allergic I am to their white, fluffy, floating, reproductive spawns. Their pollen has been flying around the air non-stop the past two weeks and I feel like my head may explode. It must stop!
I bet a cottonwood tree would not appreciate humans ejaculating all over their trunks...so I think we humans deserve and should demand the same respect. Why are we allowing cottonwood trees to practice their "free love" right in our backyards?
Also, for those thinking I should just take an allergy pill, I am tired of chemically altering my body to accommodate for cottonwood pollen. Plus, they rarely work well, I grow immune over time, they have side-effects, cost me money and are made from chemicals. Why should I have to alter myself? Instead I have decided to find, attack and destroy every cottonwood one by one.
Now, I know this does not sound very green or realistic. You are right. So really I am just declaring war on cottonwoods in the Denver metro area and plan to only destroy them. It only seems fair. The cottonwoods trees of the world have not personally attacked me (yet) so I will give them the benefit of the doubt (for now). And to keep the tree huggers at bay, I will replace every cottonwood tree I destroy with a much prettier weeping willow tree. I am not allergic to those and they seem to keep their reproduction off the streets. I think it is a win/win.
Who is with me? Which of my allergy prone brother and sisters will rise up and join my side battling the evil cottonwoods? This is your time Claritin takers. Rise up Zyrtec lovers and be heard! Join me now and be a leader is the battle against the trees.
Mortem Populus deltoides
That's Latin for death to cottonwood trees (yes, I did my homework) and I plan to have it printed on t-shirts.
Note: Please note that no trees were destroyed (yet) in the writing of this blog post, but please feel to print this post on paper made from cottonwood trees.
Cottonwood trees are officially now on my enemy list. (Yes I have a list...don't you?)
Anyhow...I hate cottonwood trees. I specifically hate the pollen they produce and even more specifically the amount of pollen they produce. I hate how allergic I am to their white, fluffy, floating, reproductive spawns. Their pollen has been flying around the air non-stop the past two weeks and I feel like my head may explode. It must stop!
I bet a cottonwood tree would not appreciate humans ejaculating all over their trunks...so I think we humans deserve and should demand the same respect. Why are we allowing cottonwood trees to practice their "free love" right in our backyards?
Also, for those thinking I should just take an allergy pill, I am tired of chemically altering my body to accommodate for cottonwood pollen. Plus, they rarely work well, I grow immune over time, they have side-effects, cost me money and are made from chemicals. Why should I have to alter myself? Instead I have decided to find, attack and destroy every cottonwood one by one.
Now, I know this does not sound very green or realistic. You are right. So really I am just declaring war on cottonwoods in the Denver metro area and plan to only destroy them. It only seems fair. The cottonwoods trees of the world have not personally attacked me (yet) so I will give them the benefit of the doubt (for now). And to keep the tree huggers at bay, I will replace every cottonwood tree I destroy with a much prettier weeping willow tree. I am not allergic to those and they seem to keep their reproduction off the streets. I think it is a win/win.
Who is with me? Which of my allergy prone brother and sisters will rise up and join my side battling the evil cottonwoods? This is your time Claritin takers. Rise up Zyrtec lovers and be heard! Join me now and be a leader is the battle against the trees.
That's Latin for death to cottonwood trees (yes, I did my homework) and I plan to have it printed on t-shirts.
Note: Please note that no trees were destroyed (yet) in the writing of this blog post, but please feel to print this post on paper made from cottonwood trees.
Monday, June 27, 2011
110 days away
Tonight, while Dale watched creepy Ashley on the TV show, the Bachelorette, I also did something equally creepy and started working on our Halloween Save the Date mailers. I want to have them out by July 15th, which is 3 months before the party.
I know it seems crazy to be thinking Halloween is June but really we are 110 days away and planning needs to continue. We have a date, a venue and next up is the guest list and save the date cards. Plus, I am a party planning fool...so to me this is just plain fun.
I know it seems crazy to be thinking Halloween is June but really we are 110 days away and planning needs to continue. We have a date, a venue and next up is the guest list and save the date cards. Plus, I am a party planning fool...so to me this is just plain fun.
Not sure why
It was a weird work day. However it was a Monday and Mondays tend to suck anyways. I started the day feeling like I was in a good place workload wise. I ended the day feeling horribly behind. I felt like everything and everyone was moving faster than me today. Not sure why...just how it felt. Maybe I am just burning out a bit. Again...not really sure.
Tomorrow will be a better day, right?
Tomorrow will be a better day, right?
Sunday, June 26, 2011
Good weekend
It was a very good weekend. I had a great time from book club to our trip to Estes to the neighborhood concert to movie club and finally tennis. The only downside being some sunburn, but that is manageable.
I wish the summer last longer. Can you believe June is almost over? It goes so quick.
In other news, our new patio cover should be done Monday. We extended our existing cover to have an enclosed area, so we can enjoy the patio even in the rain. It should be nice
Have a good week everyone.
I wish the summer last longer. Can you believe June is almost over? It goes so quick.
In other news, our new patio cover should be done Monday. We extended our existing cover to have an enclosed area, so we can enjoy the patio even in the rain. It should be nice
Have a good week everyone.
Wimbledon has nothing to worry about
Tonight, Dale and I played tennis with Sam and Anjanette. Wimbledon has nothing to worry about as we are definitely not going to be tennis pros, but we did have a great time.
We had a lot more laughs than hit balls...but that is what it is all about anyhow. Good times!
We had a lot more laughs than hit balls...but that is what it is all about anyhow. Good times!
Super 8
Today our movie club gathered to see the flick Super 8. I'd give it two thumbs up. I liked it a lot. Why?
To me, it recaptured an innocence film making has seemed to have lost over the past decade. It felt like an earlier Spielberg film. I almost felt like I was watching a movie made in 1980 about 1971 than a movie made in 2011 about 1971. I liked that. It was nice to have some emotion and storyline surround the action and mystery. It feels like so many action films have forgot to keep good storytelling at the core.
The story drew me in, kept me wondering and wanting more. It did not reveal too much too soon. Even the action scenes, particularly the train crash felt very believable and not overly special effected. Add in some top-notch kid actors and a pissed off E.T. and you have an enjoyable summer afternoon.
To me, it recaptured an innocence film making has seemed to have lost over the past decade. It felt like an earlier Spielberg film. I almost felt like I was watching a movie made in 1980 about 1971 than a movie made in 2011 about 1971. I liked that. It was nice to have some emotion and storyline surround the action and mystery. It feels like so many action films have forgot to keep good storytelling at the core.
The story drew me in, kept me wondering and wanting more. It did not reveal too much too soon. Even the action scenes, particularly the train crash felt very believable and not overly special effected. Add in some top-notch kid actors and a pissed off E.T. and you have an enjoyable summer afternoon.
Random photos
Last night Dale and I joined our neighbors for a community barbeque and concert. It was a lot of fun and I of course snapped some random photos with my iPhone.
Do you think it's time to go grocery shopping?
I think Dale is slacking.
Actually I pulled everything out of the fridge and freezer this morning to clean all the shelves and drawers.
Actually I pulled everything out of the fridge and freezer this morning to clean all the shelves and drawers.
Saturday, June 25, 2011
Date #11 – Estes Park
Today, Dale and I took down Elvira’s top and headed for the hills…well actually the mountains. Since it was 90 degrees today, it was a great opportunity to escape to the cooler temperatures in the mountains and get an afternoon for just the two of us.
We drove up to Estes Park to enjoy a beautiful drive to the Rocky Mountains. Estes Park is one of our favorite towns. We love the downtown area.
We did a little shopping and even bought some new wind chimes for the patio. We had lunch at Bob & Tony’s Pizza, which is our favorite lunch stop. We even stopped at Mrs. Walsh’s Garden, which is a cute little public garden in town with a little pond.
The weather was beautiful and it was the perfect afternoon with my honey. There is something about the open road and the man I love that just makes me extremely happy. It was a good great day.
Top is down
The top is down on Elvira and we are headed for the mountains.
I took these photos myself.
A huge thanks to Shannon Spencer
Last night’s meeting of the Standley Lake Book Club was another great evening. Our friend Shannon Spencer did a superb job. Not only did she pick an incredible book with the Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, but she also provided a delicious meal with pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans, macaroni salad and homemade cookies. The food was incredible and best of all it was a beautiful summer night, so she hosted book club in the backyard. Shannon even made white peach sangria.
It was the perfect summer night – good book, good food, good friends and great drinks. Thanks Shannon!!!!
My candy ass got kicked
I went running with Sam and Anjanette this morning, but after two weeks of basically eating cake and sitting on the couch…it really kicked my candy ass. I had to walk most of the way. My shins are killing me. I plan to focus this week and get back on track. I have a 5K in my future and need to get ready. Hopefully tomorrow will be a bit better.
If you need a smile, watch this video!
Thanks to Jillian Hadley for posting this on Facebook.
Hilarious. Kid has the moves down.
First thoughts of the day
I'm lying in bed.
Thinking.
I am happy to see NY passed gay marriage rights.
It is incredible to see so many straight friends posting about it on Facebook.
Our world is changing.
People are accepting more.
It makes me happy.
There is a fly in our room.
I hate flies.
I need to get up.
I am going running at 7:30 AM.
Well...running and walking.
My ear finally feels better.
So I need to get focused again.
Book club was a blast last night.
It is such an amazing group of people.
I am so glas I started the group.
My allergies are killing me this year.
I think the wet Spring is the culprit.
It is growing old.
Dale has a cough that seems to be lingering.
It is worrying me a bit.
Here comes that stupid fly again.
Ugh.
Zoe is practically lying on me.
At 55 pounds she is not a lap dog.
Okay, time to get moving.
Bye.
Have a good day.
Thinking.
I am happy to see NY passed gay marriage rights.
It is incredible to see so many straight friends posting about it on Facebook.
Our world is changing.
People are accepting more.
It makes me happy.
There is a fly in our room.
I hate flies.
I need to get up.
I am going running at 7:30 AM.
Well...running and walking.
My ear finally feels better.
So I need to get focused again.
Book club was a blast last night.
It is such an amazing group of people.
I am so glas I started the group.
My allergies are killing me this year.
I think the wet Spring is the culprit.
It is growing old.
Dale has a cough that seems to be lingering.
It is worrying me a bit.
Here comes that stupid fly again.
Ugh.
Zoe is practically lying on me.
At 55 pounds she is not a lap dog.
Okay, time to get moving.
Bye.
Have a good day.
Bear
I just remembered I had a dream last night where Dale and I adopted a bear. He was very sweet and we walked him on a leash next to Zoe. Odd.
Friday, June 24, 2011
I may need a 12 step program
2 weeks ago I bought my first pair of plaid shorts. I know own four pair and I want more. I may need a 12 step program.
Thank goodness
I came home and Dale has finally turned on the air conditioning. Thank goodness because the bus home was freaking hot as hell on this 90 degree day. I am so happy.Dear Dale,
I have never loved you more!
~ Tom
Georgia on my Mind
Our "Georgia on my Mind" bands arrived today (see I am a hand model).
They are to support my friend Jennifer Wheland Wettergren's daughter, who is currently fighting leukemia. If anyone wants to buy one or five...let me know and I can send you contract information.
It is a great way to support a brave little girl and her kick-ass Mom.
They are to support my friend Jennifer Wheland Wettergren's daughter, who is currently fighting leukemia. If anyone wants to buy one or five...let me know and I can send you contract information.
It is a great way to support a brave little girl and her kick-ass Mom.
I love that my birthday lives on
I love that my birthday lives on as more and more cards come each day. It is more and more smiles.
If you are wondering
If you are wondering (and I know you must be), my blister from last Saturday's yard work is healing. You will see it there on my hand at the base of my thumb.
And since Dale spoiled me for my birthday, I have decided to drop all the abuse and mental cruelty charges against him for making me do hard labor.
However, I still think my hand model days are over. Thankfully I see my real future in modeling my penis (I wonder if anyone read this far in the post; even I get bored with me sometimes).
And since Dale spoiled me for my birthday, I have decided to drop all the abuse and mental cruelty charges against him for making me do hard labor.
However, I still think my hand model days are over. Thankfully I see my real future in modeling my penis (I wonder if anyone read this far in the post; even I get bored with me sometimes).
Busy weekend lies ahead
A busy weekend lies ahead...but I think based on the agenda it will be a great weekend.
Tonight, Dale and I have drinking club...I mean book club. We are headed to our good friend Shannon Spencer's house to drink some sangria...I mean discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. It should be a complete blast...I mean mentally stimulating.
Tomorrow morning, Dale and I are hoping in Elvira, taking her top down and driving her hard to Estes Park. It should be in the high 70s in the mountains, so it should be a perfect afternoon up there and a chance to beat the Denver heat.
Tomorrow evening, Dale and I are joining Sam/Anjanette for the BBQ and concert my development in hosting in our amphitheater. It should be fun...food, music and great neighbors.
On Sunday morning I may try to squeeze in a hike. I need to check with Sam/Anjanette to see if they are available. If not, I will at least do a walk/run by Standley Lake.
On Sunday afternoon it is movie club (l love clubs) for Dale and I, not to mention 10 of our friends. We are seeing Super 8, which I am excited to see.
So as you can see...lots going on over the next 48 hours, but it should be a blast. Next stop - pouring myself into some sangria. Cheers!
Tonight, Dale and I have drinking club...I mean book club. We are headed to our good friend Shannon Spencer's house to drink some sangria...I mean discuss The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks. It should be a complete blast...I mean mentally stimulating.
Tomorrow morning, Dale and I are hoping in Elvira, taking her top down and driving her hard to Estes Park. It should be in the high 70s in the mountains, so it should be a perfect afternoon up there and a chance to beat the Denver heat.
Tomorrow evening, Dale and I are joining Sam/Anjanette for the BBQ and concert my development in hosting in our amphitheater. It should be fun...food, music and great neighbors.
On Sunday morning I may try to squeeze in a hike. I need to check with Sam/Anjanette to see if they are available. If not, I will at least do a walk/run by Standley Lake.
On Sunday afternoon it is movie club (l love clubs) for Dale and I, not to mention 10 of our friends. We are seeing Super 8, which I am excited to see.
So as you can see...lots going on over the next 48 hours, but it should be a blast. Next stop - pouring myself into some sangria. Cheers!
Hello 1980s
Apparently the 16th Street Mall Shuttle is also a time machine. Hello 1980s, we missed you.
I love that this guy was not only playing with a Rubik's Cube, but was also wearing a retro 80s t-shirt. I half expected to hear the sounds of Pac-Man over the loudspeaker to finish out the scene. He was so engrossed in his Rubik's Cube I doubt he noticed my picture taking.
Downtown Denver is too funny.
I love that this guy was not only playing with a Rubik's Cube, but was also wearing a retro 80s t-shirt. I half expected to hear the sounds of Pac-Man over the loudspeaker to finish out the scene. He was so engrossed in his Rubik's Cube I doubt he noticed my picture taking.
Downtown Denver is too funny.
I have decided
It is official. I have decided that if I ever stage a flash mob, it will be to Dee-Lite's Groove is in the Heart.
Thursday, June 23, 2011
What I'm thinking
My allergies are killing me tonight.
I keep sneezing.
It is annoying as hell.
I have a dull headache.
My birthday "high" is wearing off.
Yesterday was a great day.
I am enjoying my third cocktail of the night.
We took Zoe for a walk.
She kept pulling on the leash tonight.
It was irritating.
It is warm in our house - 84 degrees.
I think we really need to turn on the AC this week.
I am tired.
It was a long day.
I feel a little cranky, mostly from allergies and heat.
I keep sneezing.
It is annoying as hell.
I have a dull headache.
My birthday "high" is wearing off.
Yesterday was a great day.
I am enjoying my third cocktail of the night.
We took Zoe for a walk.
She kept pulling on the leash tonight.
It was irritating.
It is warm in our house - 84 degrees.
I think we really need to turn on the AC this week.
I am tired.
It was a long day.
I feel a little cranky, mostly from allergies and heat.
Always remind me
I snapped a photo of these roses in our backyard. They are beautiful. Roses always remind me of my Mom.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Smiles
The day started with a smile and ended with a smile...plus there were hundreds of smiles throughout the day. Now that is great day!
A huge thanks to Dale
My birthday would not be anywhere as special without Dale. He goes above and beyond to make me feel so incredibly wonderful on my birthday...not to mention puts up with the fact that I declare my birthday seven weeks long. And this year he did the impossible and surprised me with a group of friends at Little Man Ice Cream.
You are incredible and the word love does not do enough to describe how I feel about you. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
You are incredible and the word love does not do enough to describe how I feel about you. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
What an incredible birthday!!!
I do not think there is an other way to describe it other than incredible. It was a fun day of love.
- Dale made me wonderful breakfast.
- I received hundreds of Facebook messages, Twitter messages, texts, phone calls, email and personal wishes for a happy birthday from family and friends from all over the country.
- Dale gave me shoes and tickets to the musical Hair.
- Dale took me to Olive Garden for dinner.
- Twenty or so of my friends surprised me at Little Man Ice Cream and sang me happy birthday in front of everyone.
- The Studdendick's gave me 101 Mojito recipes...the best book ever!
It was an incredible day. I am so blessed. I have so many incredible people in my life.
Birthdays are a great reminder of incredible friendships
I know it seems like I am an ego-maniac when it comes to my birthday, but I do it all for fun (I can assume your gift is in the mail). Anyhow, the part I love most about my birthday is truly the cards, email and kind wishes on Facebook. Firstly, it is humbling that someone is taking time out of their day remember me, but secondly as I see each one come in, it is a memory and a smile. I get to think about how I know each person and usually a fond memory of a time we shared. It is a nice reminder of 39 (damn I'm getting old) years of relationships and the incredible friendships I have in my life. So my sincere thanks to everyone for the kind wishes today. They mean a great deal to me.
Ah...Paris.
Last night I had a dream that Dale and I were in Paris visiting our friends Scott and Rob. Apparently, they had moved there for Scott's job. They lived in a kick ass apartment with a view of the Eiffel Tower. It was a very vivid dream and pretty damn cool.
Again, I think it is my subconscious going throw vacation withdrawal. But think of the money I could save with a free place to stay in Paris. Scott better get working on a Paris job ASAP.
Again, I think it is my subconscious going throw vacation withdrawal. But think of the money I could save with a free place to stay in Paris. Scott better get working on a Paris job ASAP.
Why Facebook is better than Twitter
It is really just simple math.
Birthday wishes this morning via Facebook - 78.
Facebook wishes this morning via Twitter - 0.
I think the numbers speak for themselves.
Birthday wishes this morning via Facebook - 78.
Facebook wishes this morning via Twitter - 0.
I think the numbers speak for themselves.
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
I guess I always assumed
I was just thinking...I don't know what time I was born. I was obviously there, but I did not have a watch I guess. I know my Mom told me what time I was born over the years but for the life of me I cannot remember what she said. I guess I always assumed my Mom would be there forever to tell me. I would ask my Dad but I have a feeling that he will not have the best memory for that information. In the past when quizzed as to when my birthday is, he usually gives the answer, "sometime in the summer". Oh well, I know that June 22nd is my birthdate and I was born at Leonard Hospital in Troy, NY. I wonder if my birth certificates has the time I was born? Maybe I will pull it out this week and see. Not sure why I am suddenly bothered by it. I also cannot remember my blood type either. I used to know that too. I guess old age is setting in.
I found the perfect tagline for Denver's nightlife
Recently my co-worker Kasy Allen and I were discussing how shady downtown Denver, particularly the 16th Street Mall area, tends to get once the sun goes down.
Tonight, while walking to the bus it finally dawned on me what it reminds me of - Michael Jackson's Thriller video. It is honestly feels like once the sun sets, all the homeless people, drug addicts and just plain crazies start crawling out from behind dumpsters and out of the sewers. It feels just like the video, except they are not as coordinated with a dance and they smell worse.
I think Denver should try to make the most of this and market it as:
Denver, Colorado: Where every night is a "Thriller".
Or
Denver, Colorado: Where every night is a zombie crawl.
Just a thought.
Tonight, while walking to the bus it finally dawned on me what it reminds me of - Michael Jackson's Thriller video. It is honestly feels like once the sun sets, all the homeless people, drug addicts and just plain crazies start crawling out from behind dumpsters and out of the sewers. It feels just like the video, except they are not as coordinated with a dance and they smell worse.
I think Denver should try to make the most of this and market it as:
Denver, Colorado: Where every night is a "Thriller".
Or
Denver, Colorado: Where every night is a zombie crawl.
Just a thought.
My subconscious has spoken
Last night, I had a dream that Dale and I were on the beach walking in the warm, sun with our bare feet in the water. It was nice. I think my subconscious is trying to tell me I need a vacation. I may have to settle for this 2006 picture from Hawaii of us for now.
Monday, June 20, 2011
Opposite extreme
It is funny. I can run at a crazy non-stop pace all day and the second I stop to put my feet up to relax, I go to the opposite extreme and fall asleep on the couch. It probably did not help that Dale was watching Bachelorette. Something else...anything else...may have kept my interest. Oh well. I think I will get to bed early and do it all again tomorrow. Good night.
Any day with cake is a good day
Today was a long day, but a good day. My first conference call started at 7:00 AM and my last meeting wrapped up at 6:30 PM. In between there were lots of meetings, calls, work and cake. Yes, cake.
My team at work came into my office at 1:00 PM singing happy birthday with a beautiful red velvet cake. It was incredibly sweet and the cake was incredibly delicious. Thanks everyone at Bridgeline Digital Denver. I got home at about 7:30 PM and Dale and I grabbed some pizza from Marco's using my free birthday coupon. It's all about the free birthday treats...and the cake.
My team at work came into my office at 1:00 PM singing happy birthday with a beautiful red velvet cake. It was incredibly sweet and the cake was incredibly delicious. Thanks everyone at Bridgeline Digital Denver. I got home at about 7:30 PM and Dale and I grabbed some pizza from Marco's using my free birthday coupon. It's all about the free birthday treats...and the cake.
Early birthday celebration
Last night my friends Anjanette and Sam had Dale and I over for dinner to celebrate my up-coming birthday. Anjanette will be traveling for work on Wednesday, so she will miss my actual birthday.
For dinner Anjanette made homemade pizza and Dale made a salad featuring lettuce from out very own garden. Everything was delicious. Anjanette is an incredible cook and her pizza crust is honestly restaurant quality. It was a wonderful evening.
Sam and Anjanette spoiled me for my birthday beyond dinner with a gift card to Olive Garden too. They truly know me and that I love me some Olive Garden. My thanks to you both. I am so fortunate to have such incredibly kind and caring friends and neighbors.
For dinner Anjanette made homemade pizza and Dale made a salad featuring lettuce from out very own garden. Everything was delicious. Anjanette is an incredible cook and her pizza crust is honestly restaurant quality. It was a wonderful evening.
Sam and Anjanette spoiled me for my birthday beyond dinner with a gift card to Olive Garden too. They truly know me and that I love me some Olive Garden. My thanks to you both. I am so fortunate to have such incredibly kind and caring friends and neighbors.
Sunday, June 19, 2011
Today can only be described with one word
Lazy.
Yes, it was a lazy Sunday. Well...I did do some yard work early this morning (and have the blister to prove it) but other than that lapse in sanity...it was a lazy summer day.
I love days like this.
Yes, it was a lazy Sunday. Well...I did do some yard work early this morning (and have the blister to prove it) but other than that lapse in sanity...it was a lazy summer day.
I love days like this.
I am ruined!
I did yard work today. I know, I gasped a little too.
Yes, I was out there with a rake, top soil and grass seed trying to help the couple of dead patches on our otherwise beautiful lawn come back to life. I had tried patch fill earlier this year to no success, so today I:
1. Raked out each area.
2. Turned over the soil.
3. Added grass seed.
4. Covered with seed tuff building soil.
5. Added water.
6. Added sunshine.
However all this manual labor has lead to a blister between my right thumb and index finger. If you look closely you can see my injury in this photo:
I have a call into the Law Offices on Anderson Hammet and Levine to see if I can sue Dale for injury and mental anguish. We shall see.
I even have dirt under my finger nails. What is happening to me? I am a monster.
There go my dreams of becoming America's Next Top Hand Model. I am ruined!
Yes, I was out there with a rake, top soil and grass seed trying to help the couple of dead patches on our otherwise beautiful lawn come back to life. I had tried patch fill earlier this year to no success, so today I:
1. Raked out each area.
2. Turned over the soil.
3. Added grass seed.
4. Covered with seed tuff building soil.
5. Added water.
6. Added sunshine.
However all this manual labor has lead to a blister between my right thumb and index finger. If you look closely you can see my injury in this photo:
I have a call into the Law Offices on Anderson Hammet and Levine to see if I can sue Dale for injury and mental anguish. We shall see.
I even have dirt under my finger nails. What is happening to me? I am a monster.
There go my dreams of becoming America's Next Top Hand Model. I am ruined!
Our Father's Day morning with Zoe
For Father's Day, our dog Zoe took us to out for breakfast. She took us to Lamar's Donuts. I drove. She treated us to a dozen donuts. Well sort of...she used Dale's frequent punch card, which was full so the donuts were free. She then took us to Starbucks. I got a chai tea and Dale got a cinnamon dolce latte. She used Dale's Starbuck's gift card. I guess I cannot expect a lot...she tends to spend all her money on biscuits, bones and bitches so it leaves little to spend on her Dads. It is the thought that counts.
But I will say, we are loving sitting on our back patio enjoying the sun, pond, donuts, drinks and most of all our little girl, Zoe. She seems happy too.
But I will say, we are loving sitting on our back patio enjoying the sun, pond, donuts, drinks and most of all our little girl, Zoe. She seems happy too.
Happy Father’s Day to my Dad
Sending a Happy Father’s Day to my Dad, Tom Whittaker, Sr. I have always been honest that my Dad and I do not always have the closest of relationships. I was always closer to my Mom. My Dad and I just do not have a lot in common. However, as I sit here and think about our relationship, I do know I am blessed as he has always loved me unconditionally and I know in my soul that if I needed him, he would always be there and do anything for me. That is a lot and although I think it is natural to yearn for a closeness, I do know how fortunate I am to call him my Dad.
Happy Father’s Day, Papa Tom. Thanks for all you did and sacrificed for me over the years. I love you.
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