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April 01, 2007

My Purty Nails

Every two weeks I get my nails done. And I love it. I love how they look and how they make me feel. Very pretty. And I want to share my joy of my nails with you. Below is a picture of the color I have on now. You can't really see the sparkles, but it looks like a speed boat sparkle.


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Pray for DJ

Details here.

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April 02, 2007

The first t-ball game

Oldest played first base. Her number is 26. They lost to a good team that had already played five games. The girls did exactly what they were coached. Hit once and wait. Hit again and run. So they stood there after one hit while everyone yelled "RUN! RUN! RUN!!!!!!"

It was torture for Mark and I. Gah! I hope it gets better.

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April 03, 2007

There once was a Wii Player who lived in a shoe box....

This was in an email sent to me today from ThinkGeek.

Everyone loves the Wii. The games are fun, the graphics are sweet, and the Wiimote has created some of the most enjoyable playability since ...well, rock-paper-scissors. But there is one faction who hates the Wii: chair, sofas, and couches. It's true - with everyone jumping up and down and moving around, our butt-comforting furniture is lonely. And, to tell the truth, we're exhausted. Gamers are supposed to be one with their couch, not prancing around in front of their television! Lucky for all of us, the WiiHelm is here. Snap your Wiimote into the WiiHelm and put the WiiHelm on your head. Now, all you have to do is move your head around. Why jump to the left when a simple flick of your neck will do? All Wiimote buttons are controlled by the included foot pedals, so your hands are finally free to hold your drink, shove another donut hole in your mouth, or scratch yourself. Remember: gaming should be fun, not exercise. And now thanks to the WiiHelm, it is again. Check out the video to see it in action!

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ThinkGeek's description has some merit, but how about this angle? My changes are in italic.

But there is one faction who hates the Wii: people who live in shoeboxes. It's true - with everyone jumping up and down and moving around, our elbows are sore from hitting the walls. And, to tell the truth, we're black and blue. Gamers are supposed to be one with their couch, not prancing around in front of their television! Lucky for all of us, the WiiHelm is here. Snap your Wiimote into the WiiHelm and put the WiiHelm on your head. Now, all you have to do is move your head around. Why bruise your left elbow when a simple flick of your neck will do? All Wiimote buttons are controlled by the included foot pedals, so your hands are finally bruise free. Remember: gaming should be fun, not painful.

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April 04, 2007

1st Game, 1st Base, not the 1st "I mean business" face

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April 07, 2007

...memories of the past

I don't remember much, but my Mom does here and here.....

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April 11, 2007

Life is crazy!

It is crazy at home. My Mom is visiting this week. My PC wireless is acting up. So time and connectivity is limited.

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April 17, 2007

The Week of Softball

Last week was crazy with Youngest's softball team. A game on Tuesday, practice on Thursday, shopping for the team "float" for a league parade on Saturday. We helped put the "float" together on Friday night and I got up early Saturday morning to paint the team sign. The parade was cold but we had fun.

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We tied all the balloons on the trailer on Friday night. I found an octupus water toy that we covered with purple cloth and attached foam leaves. Each girl had a purple pinwheel. You know, they spin like the hand signal for crazy? Get it?

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April 18, 2007

To All You Wii People

I am an official contributor to www.hackmiiwii.com. Woo hoo! Gotta a Wii? Check it out - on a regular basis!

"To All You Wii People" »

April 21, 2007

Jet Man

I wanna do this!

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April 22, 2007

My Nails

Strawberry slush in the cup holder, yellow dot flower on the nail of my ring finger, and my new stainless steel ring.


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April 24, 2007

I can't....

....celebrate this today!

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April 27, 2007

Great B-day!

I have some great friends who just happen to be officemates! One of them I carpool with and she said she had a special project the day before my birthday, so we had to drive seperate. Little did I know, her "special project" was my office. She worked with another cool chic and they almost made me cry. To know they both went out of their way to buy the stuff and decorate my office - just for me!!! They made my day special.

Pictures here with comments.

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April 28, 2007

Quote Of The Day

"I saw a dead squirl last week and it made me smile and think of you."

If you keep up with Kris's blog, you know she is not a big fan of sqwuirls. She even has a whole category for her related posts. So the other day when I saw a dead sqwuirl on the road, I smiled as I thought of her. Kinda sick, but the more I think about it, the more it makes me laugh.

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April 29, 2007

Another Quote

"She is gonna win."

Whispered by my oldest while watching Kelly Clarkson sing on "American Idol Rewind", which is showing the first season of AI.

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Not enough ZZZZ's

For the last three months, I have been snoring enough to keep my husband and myself up. I tried all the over the counter stuff. The strips on the nose, sprays, gargles, you name it. I thought I was better after my husband did not knudge me and I was able to sleep in our bed. But after a few days, his blood shot eyes and bad mood meant he was just being nice. I was still snoring.

Of course I googled it. Weight gain is a cause, but I did not think it was solely that since I have slowly gained it over the last year, not sudden like. Deviated septum? Nah. Sleep apnea? Maybe, but not sure. I just knew I needed some outside help since I was snoring while sitting up. I can feel the vibrations in the back of my throat. I can even make it happen now if I relax enough and breath hard enough. So I made an appointment with the doc.

And she sent me for a sleep study test. They hooked me up to a bunch of wires, sensors, and watched me sleep. The doctor had orders a split test so that if I had a very bad case of apnea, they would wake me up and fit me for one of the nose devices. Luckily, I was not that bad, but she mentioned that I would be back. They are not allowed to discuss the results with me. I am to discuss it with my doctor.

I did learn some things that I had not read online. There are 88 known sleep disorders that they can test for. Over the long term sleep apnea can cause high blood pressure and diabeties.

If I do not hear from my doctor by Tuesday of this week, I am going to call. It seems that this is all just getting worse for me. I could sleep all day and would if I did not have things to do. I don't have much energy and when I do it does not last for very long. I am so tired during the day and wish I could take a nap. It is affecting my work, my house, and my overall well being. I am so happy that I carpool since I have someone to keep me awake. (Thanks, AJ!)

I am sure that sleeping on a couch does not help, but even on the nights that I don't, I still have such a hard time waking up. Going to bed early does not make a difference.

The sleep clinic gave me additional sites to look at and based on that reading and a comment from the nurse, I think it may not be sleep apnea. She mentioned that the closure of the throat happens at the base with apnea. I feel the restriction of the airway at the top. So if the sleep apnea devices do not work, then the next step is surgury to remove tonsils and excess tissues.

Either way, I just want it fixed. I need my sleep. So cross your fingers and send "ZZZZZ" thoughts my way.

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April 30, 2007

My Mom's Blogiversary

My Mom's blog is two years old! I can remember helping her set it up. I was so excited. And I still am. I have learned so much about her and I know I will continue to do so.

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