I'm back!

Haven't written for about 2 months. I've been working, etc. I got to take a few days off; went to MS for some R&R. We spent some time in Bay St. Louis, on the MS cost. Spent two days theres. Had some great fun in the casino. We drove to Gulf Port and Biloxi to see how much damage had been in Hurricane Katrina. Wow. What devastation! We were blessed, though, to be able to play some golf in Biloxi at the Great Southern Golf course, the oldest golf course in MS. Many great players like Ben Hogan, Sam Sneed, Bobby Jones and Byron Nelson played there. Guy reminded me: can you imagine: you are walking in the exact steps as these greats. The course was looking great in spite of the devastation. We had a great time! Guy and I spent my birthday fasting for the Rolling Victory Fast. We also both wore our tee shirts. Go to www.tankerbrothers.com for more information. Here's a pic of me at Hollywood Casino, where we spent two great days.

Rolling Victory Fast -2006

Today I am fasting, joining my suite mate, Miss Pam. You know, for moral support, etc. :) Anyway, am drinking Lipton Peach flavored tea and let me say, it is awesome!
I'm sure nobody has noticed but, I haven't written anything in quite a while. Sorry, been busy, been out, etc. Looking forward to a few days off before my birthday (this month!) Later everyone! (or, later no one!) LOL

Rolling Victory Fast

Okay, I started my fast this morning. It's now 6 p.m. and still going strong. I have until Midnite, and then I shall pass the baton on to Guy. I hope he can make it! LOL

Thank God for keeping busy at work. That helps still the hunger pangs. And just thinking about everything that our boys must sacrifice for our freedom; that helps.

So, please consider fasting a day with thoughts on our men in the armed services; both serving and retired. Hug a Vet!

Whew! It's hot!

Considering we had a great rain shower this past Monday; all it did was stir up the heat! Had to mow lawn yesterday becuz it was high! Kids are back with their mom; miss them already :) Jackpot was won at casino on Tuesday...we were due one. (it seems we usually win once a year. And all is well in Lake Charles.

what the hey

Okay, poor attempt at picture taking, but so what. Here you'll find a "floating" tanker brother's tee shirt. The background is so dark you can barely see me! Sorry about that.

Friday Morning

Well, I was going to post a pic of me and my Tanker Bros. tee shirt, but it's too dark and blurry, and I look funny. Not the tee, just me. LOL
We've had rain for three straight days. Finally over on Thursday. Today looks like it will be a bootiful day. but three days of kids holed up. wow. We played Monster House; Lord of the Rings; Kingdom Hearts (my personal favorite) Tak...but poor Katy, a bit hard for her 'cause she can't quite play the games...little fingers. Anyway, oh, darn. I just heard thunder. Please don't let it rain again!!!

katy and cody

As promised, here's a pic of the kids playing in the back yard on the hammock. Wish I could have gotten a few more but the others came out a bit blurry. :( I'll keep trying!

Nice Saturday

Started out this morning with a nice breakfast; got on the riding mower and mowed the lawn. So much easier with one of these. Used to take about three hours using the walking mower. Now we've cut the time in half! Went to see the new Pirates movie. So good! Wow! special effects are awesome!
This afternoon is HOT, HOT, HOT. I really feel sorry for those people in New York whose electricity is out from what I understand. Hope there's at least some nice breezes, which help a little. Whew, I do believe it's nappy time. I hope everyone's enjoyed their Saturday!

6 1/2 hrs. to go on FAST!

Well, it went well. I drank lots of water; drank a couple of Green Teas; one soda and lived through feeding my grandkids (which I will post pictures of soon) and my two dogs and Astro and the five cats outside...Yikes. It also helped that I kept busy at work, too. Technically, my last meal was at 9 p.m. Does that mean I can begin to eat at 9:00 p.m. tonight? That would be 24 hours, right? Well, we shall see. Well, until next time! Keep it tight! (whatever that means, it just sounds kind of "hip."

Well, it's summer. Just a glimpse of our back yard. Our gazebo, complete with mosquito netting; good place to relax. And, in honor of Ms. Esther Munguia, I planted sunflowers. Two pictures of these beautiful flowers, flourishing because of the heat!

Meet Astro. Named after my favorite baseball team: The Houston Astros. Guy found Astro when she was but a wee kitten, crying by the side of a very busy thoroughfare. She is sweet. She loves to come into the bathroom and jump on your lap, which makes reading in the bathroom extremely difficult. She loves to play with Mitzcli. But, of course, being a male dog, the Mitz won't let her snuggle next to me in bed, jump on my lap while I watch TV, or come anywhere near me whilst he is around. Guys, this is my first attempt at loading a picture. Wow. I could get the hang of this!

Rolling Victory Fast 2006

Good Morning! Up bright and early. Mitzcli is sitting on my lap, directing my fingers. I'll let him type you a greeting: ajdjsdljasquep
Pretty good, huh? I'm up early; having a cup of coffee -- yum -- looking forward to the day, blah, blah. Are Pixie sticks considered "food"? I know that chocolate is out of the question because there is some nourishment value there, but Pixie sticks? Where's the nourishment value? If anything, they'll make you thirsty. Ya'll out there let me know what you think. Found some Pixie sticks at the local restaurant (can't think of the name, starts with a "C" and has that old-timey look and feel to it. Great stopover for families. Also, they have some pretty darn good orange slices...Am I talking about food too much? Yikes! Bad start. Think Cindy S. think Cindy S.
I'll keep you guys posted on how I do. This will be a piece of cake...there I go again. Darn it.

Rolling Victory Fast -2006

Okay, I'm getting ready...beginning at midnight, July 20th, I shall "endeavor to presevere" (from The Outlaw Josie Wales, when he meets up w/Chief) with my fasting. Whew I'm getting shaky just thinking about it. I guess it will mean many trips to the bathroom (because of all the liquids??) Anyone out there know? Let me know so I won't be surprised. Guy happened to comment that his fast begins on Friday night and continues thru Saturday. Darn it. That means I won't get any work out of him (the yard, etc. -- come on people, this is a "clean" blog.) But, we can go to the casino and get all we can drink (cokes, etc. since he's been clean and sober for 20-some odd years!) Okay, I'll let you know how it goes. Toodles, till next time!

Tanker Brothers - Two Soldiers In The War On Terror

Tanker Brothers - Two Soldiers In The War On Terror

A bit more about myself

I failed to give out the most important information on myself; namely, I have been married to a wonderful man for 15 years. He's fun; he makes me laugh (believe it or not, that is vitally important in a marriage.) At times it might be silly, but I love him and his ability to make light of situations.
I have at this moment, a male Chihuahua named Mitzcli (pronounced Mitts Klee). I made up the name because I wanted to stay with the Aztec theme. (see names like Cuauhtemoc, Quetzalcoatl, etc.) It's damn hard to pronouce (esp. when you're running after him trying to call him to attention -- try repeating it three times very rapidly!) We also have a cute, older Shih Tzu named Jasmine. We acquired Jazzy about 10 years ago. She's old, she's deaf, she's half-blind, but she's lovable. There's also a female Siamese named Astro (named because the Houston Astros made it to the World Series in 2005,) which is the time my darling husband found her wandering the streets, scared and alone. I believe she must have been about four weeks old. But they all love each other...
That's about it for now.

Hats off to Tanker Brothers website

My two nephews (we shall refer to them as "tanker brothers) have a great website (as soon as I get their permission, I shall post their web address.) They have started a "Rolling Victory Fast 2006: Eat this, Cindy!" In honor of their work, I have signed up to fast for 24 hours, beginning on August 20th. Whew! I shall attempt to live on water, green tea, coffee, water, and green tea. If this works, I may do it once a month! (actually, I have signed up two more times after this. ) I'm not as witty as the tanker brothers, so, if you want wit, see them. As I said, I shall post their website at a later date (okay, maybe tomorrow.)

Greetings From Lake Charles

Howdy ya'll! My first attempt at creating a blog. A bit about myself: I'm 50 yrs. young; been married for 15 yrs. -- if you count our "dating," it's really 20 yrs. -- I am a breast cancer survivor, having just completed my five-year "clean and sober" -- i.e., cancer free. I hope to be able to post often, but since I work during the day, it's really hard to come home and plop down in front of a computer and fill it with your thoughts. Plus, I become easily bored, so, I may have some long stretches of silence. Bear with me. I'll eventually come back. I'll be back to continue later!