1. We are putting an offer on a home, today!
2. My favorite thing for dinner lately has been tacos.
3. Odie says bark! bark! bark!
4. A nice long walk makes the stress less noticeable.
5. Next week I hope to hear some good news. (That we got our house!)
6. When all is said and done, I could live in a cardboard box and still be happy, as long as Bossman is with me!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to going to the Dodger game, tomorrow my plans include sleeping in and Sunday, I want to hang out at the cafe and listen to Bossman's band perform for the first time!
So yeah, in case you didn't catch my big fat hint in the fill ins, we are putting an offer in on a house today. It's beautiful and it's big and it's going to be our first house purchase! I'm excited and scared! I was excited about this house and then once they said we were signing some papers to make an offer, I got all freaked out. Sure this house is great, but what about the house I may see tomorrow?
I know, stupid things to think. This house has everything we could want and more. It's twice the size of the house we live in now. BUT, we've lived in this house so long (8 years) that I keep thinking of all the things I'll miss.
I know, it's just stress. It's not like we are moving far away. We are merely moving a few miles down the road. The little man will still attend the same schools. Everything will be fine.
So wish us luck! Here's hoping they accept the offer!
Oh yeah, and GO Dodgers!!!!!
Opposite yet the same?
I know today is the R's, but I'm not really in the R mood. I thought instead, that I would be grateful for Bossman instead.
Actually, I'm grateful for Bossman every day. Everyday I marvel that the man still loves me. I'm in awe that he wants to put up with my stresses and problems and all the other things that come with loving someone. How I managed to get so lucky, I will never know. But.....lucky I am!
So, I know I've been hinting around that Bossman has taken a very strong interest in the whole d/d aspect of spanking. I've tried for weeks to write about it, but frankly, I can't seem to write anything worth publishing. I have numerous drafts that I started to write, but none of them fully conveyed how I truly feel.
Which brings me to the question....how do I feel about the whole thing?
Good question! And although it's a pretty straight forward question, the answer is not at all easy to answer.
Recently Amber shed some light on the core reason why this is so hard to explain, or maybe for me, it's the reason why I am having a hard time talking about it. As she said "I think at least part of the problem is that many people lack the ability to hold two opposing beliefs at the same time. How can Dan think of me as a stupid little slut and yet revere me as his wife? And how can I abase myself and find pleasure in kneeling at his feet and yet know that I'm a total bad-ass in my own right?
These beliefs are opposites yet they are both true. True and not true."
Now, I don't think Bossman thinks of me as a stupid little slut. ;) But the core of the statement is true. How can Bossman think of himself as the head of the household, yet, still see me as an equal? How can I, allow myself to be spanked by him, allow him to take charge of me, but still consider myself a strong, powerful, almighty, Woman? How can I say that our marriage is based on equality if we consider one of us as the "head" of the family?
Opposite points and yet, both true! (Thanks Amber!)
So I find myself trying to explain how my husband has taken to spanking me when I get lazy and don't fulfill my end of the bargain. How when I threw a hissy fit in the car because I didn't think we should drive around the block again...that night he decided to spank me for attitude.
AND, how do I explain how I find our relationship getting better for it? How I find me, personally, changing into something better.
Even though most of you reading this will get exactly what I'm saying and even though, that's what this blog has been about for 5 years, I still find it hard to talk about. Now that it's officially happening, it feels weird. It seems like before was all just a game. Something we did for the fun of it. It never had meaning. Now....well, now it's just different.
And I can't explain it.
But, I can explain how grateful I am for Bossman. I am grateful that he has taken on this challenge and that he is willing to put up with me! I couldn't possible imagine a life without him.
Can I ask for more than that? I could, but I don't want to be selfish! ;)
Actually, I'm grateful for Bossman every day. Everyday I marvel that the man still loves me. I'm in awe that he wants to put up with my stresses and problems and all the other things that come with loving someone. How I managed to get so lucky, I will never know. But.....lucky I am!
So, I know I've been hinting around that Bossman has taken a very strong interest in the whole d/d aspect of spanking. I've tried for weeks to write about it, but frankly, I can't seem to write anything worth publishing. I have numerous drafts that I started to write, but none of them fully conveyed how I truly feel.
Which brings me to the question....how do I feel about the whole thing?
Good question! And although it's a pretty straight forward question, the answer is not at all easy to answer.
Recently Amber shed some light on the core reason why this is so hard to explain, or maybe for me, it's the reason why I am having a hard time talking about it. As she said "I think at least part of the problem is that many people lack the ability to hold two opposing beliefs at the same time. How can Dan think of me as a stupid little slut and yet revere me as his wife? And how can I abase myself and find pleasure in kneeling at his feet and yet know that I'm a total bad-ass in my own right?
These beliefs are opposites yet they are both true. True and not true."
Now, I don't think Bossman thinks of me as a stupid little slut. ;) But the core of the statement is true. How can Bossman think of himself as the head of the household, yet, still see me as an equal? How can I, allow myself to be spanked by him, allow him to take charge of me, but still consider myself a strong, powerful, almighty, Woman? How can I say that our marriage is based on equality if we consider one of us as the "head" of the family?
Opposite points and yet, both true! (Thanks Amber!)
So I find myself trying to explain how my husband has taken to spanking me when I get lazy and don't fulfill my end of the bargain. How when I threw a hissy fit in the car because I didn't think we should drive around the block again...that night he decided to spank me for attitude.
AND, how do I explain how I find our relationship getting better for it? How I find me, personally, changing into something better.
Even though most of you reading this will get exactly what I'm saying and even though, that's what this blog has been about for 5 years, I still find it hard to talk about. Now that it's officially happening, it feels weird. It seems like before was all just a game. Something we did for the fun of it. It never had meaning. Now....well, now it's just different.
And I can't explain it.
But, I can explain how grateful I am for Bossman. I am grateful that he has taken on this challenge and that he is willing to put up with me! I couldn't possible imagine a life without him.
Can I ask for more than that? I could, but I don't want to be selfish! ;)
a wonderful gift.
11 years ago today, at 5:35pm, I received the best gift. This gift was something I had hoped for and dreamed about.
This gift was 7lbs and 7oz and was 20 inches long.
This gift was my little man.
My little man isn't so little anymore. He's 5'2 and around 110 pounds.
He's smart, funny and very absent-minded. I've taken to calling him the absent-minded professor. He'd forget to breath if it didn't come naturally!
He's a red-head...so he has a fiery temper. But he's incredibly sensitive and caring. He is an animal lover but cats are his favorite.
My son is everything a mother could hope for. When he was a baby he had Winnie the Pooh for his theme in his room. I know he's getting too old for such things, but this song reminds me of him every time I hear it!
Happy birthday Little man! Mom loves you very much!
Friday Fill-ins
And...here we go!
1. It's cold and cloudy today.
2. BLT's would not be good without tomatoes.
3. My favorite health and beauty product is Olay complete all day moisture lotion.
4. Last weekend Bossman and I took a nice long ride.
5. Well, first of all, I did NOT have an attitude! And second of all, you should NOT have spanked me for it.
6. Bossman and I; those were the cast of characters in a recent dream and it was HOT.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging out with the little man, tomorrow my plans include having a birthday party for the little man and Sunday, I want to lay around and do NOTHING!
1. It's cold and cloudy today.
2. BLT's would not be good without tomatoes.
3. My favorite health and beauty product is Olay complete all day moisture lotion.
4. Last weekend Bossman and I took a nice long ride.
5. Well, first of all, I did NOT have an attitude! And second of all, you should NOT have spanked me for it.
6. Bossman and I; those were the cast of characters in a recent dream and it was HOT.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging out with the little man, tomorrow my plans include having a birthday party for the little man and Sunday, I want to lay around and do NOTHING!
Gratitude Wednesday and an Update
Ok, so I missed Tuesday. 3 day weekends tend to throw me off and so I forgot that yesterday was Tuesday.
So, it may be a day late, but I'm always grateful no matter what the day.
Today is the Q's.
Quiet: I love my time alone. I love the quietness. I don't get much of that these days and I miss it terribly!
Quarters: I love that 4 make a dollar! Who doesn't like money?
Quilts: Warm quilt, hot chocolate, and a cozy fire...too bad winter is over.
Quiver: Bossman makes me quiver.
Quickie: Quickies are a great way to reconnect when time is short.
Well, I guess that is all I can think of right now. Q's are hard!
~spanking update~
So, spankings are alive in my house. Bossman has been more interested in pursuing the d/d aspect of our relationship. He's been spanking more for attitude and for things that I have promised to do and didn't do and stuff like that.
It's hard to put it into words. All along spanking has been part of me and how I'm wired, but it's never really been serious in our relationship. I've never taken it too seriously because whenever I did I would end up disappointed that things didn't work the way I wanted them to work.
Nothing like "topping" from the "bottom"...LOL
I really have been trying to put this all out on a post, but as usual, life has stepped in. I haven't been able to spend a lot of time on the computer. Whenever I do, I seem to be playing catch up on emails and such. AND...now that we are looking for a house, I've been spending lots of time looking for houses.
So, I'm sorry for the lack of posts. I will be back. I just don't know when. I feel like I have a lot to say, but I can't get it all out.
I hope you all are doing well. I miss you guys!
HUGS!
So, it may be a day late, but I'm always grateful no matter what the day.
Today is the Q's.
Quiet: I love my time alone. I love the quietness. I don't get much of that these days and I miss it terribly!
Quarters: I love that 4 make a dollar! Who doesn't like money?
Quilts: Warm quilt, hot chocolate, and a cozy fire...too bad winter is over.
Quiver: Bossman makes me quiver.
Quickie: Quickies are a great way to reconnect when time is short.
Well, I guess that is all I can think of right now. Q's are hard!
~spanking update~
So, spankings are alive in my house. Bossman has been more interested in pursuing the d/d aspect of our relationship. He's been spanking more for attitude and for things that I have promised to do and didn't do and stuff like that.
It's hard to put it into words. All along spanking has been part of me and how I'm wired, but it's never really been serious in our relationship. I've never taken it too seriously because whenever I did I would end up disappointed that things didn't work the way I wanted them to work.
Nothing like "topping" from the "bottom"...LOL
I really have been trying to put this all out on a post, but as usual, life has stepped in. I haven't been able to spend a lot of time on the computer. Whenever I do, I seem to be playing catch up on emails and such. AND...now that we are looking for a house, I've been spending lots of time looking for houses.
So, I'm sorry for the lack of posts. I will be back. I just don't know when. I feel like I have a lot to say, but I can't get it all out.
I hope you all are doing well. I miss you guys!
HUGS!
Friday fill-ins
This week has been CRAZY!
I don't know if I've mentioned this before, but my son...the little man...he's the absent-minded Professor! This past week, we've had to re-do half of his school work that he either lost or didn't do. This kid is a honor-roll student and yet he was getting D's in some of his work because he LOST some of the stuff. I gave him money for a picture pack that they took at school......he lost it! I helped him with a report...he left it in his room. Two days this week I've had to drive him back to school because he forgot something he needs!
Normally, I let him suffer the consequences, but we are talking end of the year grades, so I couldn't just let this stuff go.
Needless to say, I've had to do 5th grade homework ALL week! I'm so glad it's a 3 day weekend!
Hopefully I'll have more time to write next week.....
Until then, enjoy my Friday Fill-ins and have a great weekend!
1. Moving to a new house, is in my future.
2. I like things that are free.
3. My best quality is being practical, which also drives Bossman crazy.
4. I need all the details. Otherwise I will stress over them.
5. In nearly 10 years, I'll be 50 and fabulous.
6. Motivation is what I need right now!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on all my shows, tomorrow my plans include spending the day with Bossman as the kids all have plans elsewhere and Sunday, I want to go look at houses! Did I mention that Bossman and I are buying our first home?
I don't know if I've mentioned this before, but my son...the little man...he's the absent-minded Professor! This past week, we've had to re-do half of his school work that he either lost or didn't do. This kid is a honor-roll student and yet he was getting D's in some of his work because he LOST some of the stuff. I gave him money for a picture pack that they took at school......he lost it! I helped him with a report...he left it in his room. Two days this week I've had to drive him back to school because he forgot something he needs!
Normally, I let him suffer the consequences, but we are talking end of the year grades, so I couldn't just let this stuff go.
Needless to say, I've had to do 5th grade homework ALL week! I'm so glad it's a 3 day weekend!
Hopefully I'll have more time to write next week.....
Until then, enjoy my Friday Fill-ins and have a great weekend!
1. Moving to a new house, is in my future.
2. I like things that are free.
3. My best quality is being practical, which also drives Bossman crazy.
4. I need all the details. Otherwise I will stress over them.
5. In nearly 10 years, I'll be 50 and fabulous.
6. Motivation is what I need right now!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on all my shows, tomorrow my plans include spending the day with Bossman as the kids all have plans elsewhere and Sunday, I want to go look at houses! Did I mention that Bossman and I are buying our first home?
Peter did what??
I decided to post a story I wrote on October 10, 2006. This was what I used for Gratitude Tuesday and I enjoy it so much I thought I'd post it again.
I really am trying to write a decent post. I promise...I have written some words and everything. I promise, I will post it soon! Until then...enjoy my blast from the past....
Today is Gratitude Tuesday! In celebration of P I wrote a little story. Enjoy!
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. Peter Piper privately peered over the peppers and saw Pattie. Pattie poked her pert patooty playfully out. Pattie was predominately a party girl, but Peter was a party pooper. Peters palm itched to paddle Patties patooty. Peter predicted Pattie would protest. But Peter persisted. Pattie was placed over Peters pickle barrel. Patties piercing protest was heard practically every place. Pattie professed her purity but Peter persisted. Peters paddle popped Patties patooty plenty. Peter pronounced Patties patooty perfect. Suddenly Peters package poked partially out. After Peter paddled Pattie, Peter poked Pattie with his penis. Peter and Pattie produced Peggy and Patrick.
Peter purposely paddled Patties patooty patiently, particularly pouncing on problems that plagued Pattie. Peter and Pattie were pleasantly pleased with their peculiar predicament. Their permanent pleasure was pleasing to all parties.
Peter and Pattie lived happily ever after.
Only one question remains...
If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, where's the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked?
Other P's that I just love:
Penis
packages
pens
plans
penguins
power
penetration
paddles
ponds
plays
programs
pencils
plans
planets
powder
plants
pure
prizes
privacy
people
party
P's I'm not so fond of:
poop
pimples
pricks
porcupines
pennies (they just annoy me..OK?)
I really am trying to write a decent post. I promise...I have written some words and everything. I promise, I will post it soon! Until then...enjoy my blast from the past....
Today is Gratitude Tuesday! In celebration of P I wrote a little story. Enjoy!
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers. Peter Piper privately peered over the peppers and saw Pattie. Pattie poked her pert patooty playfully out. Pattie was predominately a party girl, but Peter was a party pooper. Peters palm itched to paddle Patties patooty. Peter predicted Pattie would protest. But Peter persisted. Pattie was placed over Peters pickle barrel. Patties piercing protest was heard practically every place. Pattie professed her purity but Peter persisted. Peters paddle popped Patties patooty plenty. Peter pronounced Patties patooty perfect. Suddenly Peters package poked partially out. After Peter paddled Pattie, Peter poked Pattie with his penis. Peter and Pattie produced Peggy and Patrick.
Peter purposely paddled Patties patooty patiently, particularly pouncing on problems that plagued Pattie. Peter and Pattie were pleasantly pleased with their peculiar predicament. Their permanent pleasure was pleasing to all parties.
Peter and Pattie lived happily ever after.
Only one question remains...
If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers, where's the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked?
Other P's that I just love:
Penis
packages
pens
plans
penguins
power
penetration
paddles
ponds
plays
programs
pencils
plans
planets
powder
plants
pure
prizes
privacy
people
party
P's I'm not so fond of:
poop
pimples
pricks
porcupines
pennies (they just annoy me..OK?)
New toy and friday fill-ins
I've been trying to write a decent post and nothing seems to be working. Things are good with us and Bossman has really decided to push the d/d. I just can't seem to write down my feelings. I guess I need to process them more before I can share them with you guys.
Until then, I wanted you to see the "toy" that Bossman came home with. I am always surprised when he shows an interest in spanking. It's going to take me some time to get used to the fact that he is now interested and it's more than just a passing phase. So I was quite surprised when he came home with these.....
As you can see, I put the remote between them, so you can understand fully how BIG those are.
They are thin wood, so I have a feeling they will make quite a noise when used. I will report exactly how they work when we get a chance to use them. Until then, let's all just stare at them....
Ok, on to Friday fill-ins. According to the website these are quotes having to do with spring. I will make them my own.
1. If we had no winter I would miss hearing all my friends complain about the snow.
2. My life is a perpetual astonishment.
3. If I had my life to live over I would go to college.
4. I will be bouncing in a bounce house inside of four and twenty hours.
5. If you've never been thrilled you've never had kids.
6. To be interested in the changing seasons you'd have to live somewhere where the seasons actually change.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to having the youth group at our house, tomorrow my plans include celebrating the little angels 2nd birthday and Sunday, I want to hug Bossman and the wildchild when they get home from the races!
Everyone have a great weekend!
Until then, I wanted you to see the "toy" that Bossman came home with. I am always surprised when he shows an interest in spanking. It's going to take me some time to get used to the fact that he is now interested and it's more than just a passing phase. So I was quite surprised when he came home with these.....
As you can see, I put the remote between them, so you can understand fully how BIG those are.
They are thin wood, so I have a feeling they will make quite a noise when used. I will report exactly how they work when we get a chance to use them. Until then, let's all just stare at them....
Ok, on to Friday fill-ins. According to the website these are quotes having to do with spring. I will make them my own.
1. If we had no winter I would miss hearing all my friends complain about the snow.
2. My life is a perpetual astonishment.
3. If I had my life to live over I would go to college.
4. I will be bouncing in a bounce house inside of four and twenty hours.
5. If you've never been thrilled you've never had kids.
6. To be interested in the changing seasons you'd have to live somewhere where the seasons actually change.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to having the youth group at our house, tomorrow my plans include celebrating the little angels 2nd birthday and Sunday, I want to hug Bossman and the wildchild when they get home from the races!
Everyone have a great weekend!
O my!
Let's see....
What O things do I like?
Ocean: I love the Ocean, I would hate not living near it. It's a place of great reflection. I tend to remember how very small I am when I am standing by the ocean. Feeling small is not always a bad thing. Feeling small helps keep perspective on lifes problems. It helps to know that my problems may not be as big as I make them.
Orange juice: I don't like coffee, so I love my orange juice. It's like starting the day with a glass of sunshine!
Orgasms: Does this need an explanation?
Octopus: I could really use 8 arms sometimes.
On button: How would we function if things didn't have an On button?
Ordinary: Ordinary people, ordinary house, ordinary car, these things make me comfortable.
On top: I'll have whipped cream on top, please!
online: I am so grateful to be online and be able to meet new people and to be able to connect with family and friends in a way that I never could before.
Well, the O's are fun but I am tired...so I will end it here.
Stay tuned. I think I'm ready to discuss the changes that have come into play in our relationship. Not only that, but you will NOT believe the "toy" that Bossman bought at the store the other day. We haven't used it yet...but YIKES! I'll post a picture of it soon!
Have a grateful day!
What O things do I like?
Ocean: I love the Ocean, I would hate not living near it. It's a place of great reflection. I tend to remember how very small I am when I am standing by the ocean. Feeling small is not always a bad thing. Feeling small helps keep perspective on lifes problems. It helps to know that my problems may not be as big as I make them.
Orange juice: I don't like coffee, so I love my orange juice. It's like starting the day with a glass of sunshine!
Orgasms: Does this need an explanation?
Octopus: I could really use 8 arms sometimes.
On button: How would we function if things didn't have an On button?
Ordinary: Ordinary people, ordinary house, ordinary car, these things make me comfortable.
On top: I'll have whipped cream on top, please!
online: I am so grateful to be online and be able to meet new people and to be able to connect with family and friends in a way that I never could before.
Well, the O's are fun but I am tired...so I will end it here.
Stay tuned. I think I'm ready to discuss the changes that have come into play in our relationship. Not only that, but you will NOT believe the "toy" that Bossman bought at the store the other day. We haven't used it yet...but YIKES! I'll post a picture of it soon!
Have a grateful day!
Friday-fill ins!
Thank you all for your wonderful birthday wishes! The day was great! My family came over for dinner and cake and they all gave me wonderful gifts. If you didn't read the comments from yesterday...here's what Bossman wrote.
"I wonder if Grace will mention that I made her blush tonight by putting in her birthday card that I owed her a birthday spanking. I think it was quite embarrassing for her to open that in front of her family looking at her. I got a kick out of it!!"
YES, it's true. He did right that in my birthday card and I think I turned 5 shades of red. It suddenly got very very hot in the room. Luckily, I didn't read that part aloud and I said the card was too mushy for them to read. As soon nobody was looking, I took that card and hid it under the presents, so nobody would try and read it. It was embarrassing, but the best part of the night. I loved it!
Well, that's it. I'm 41. Somehow I never thought I'd be in my 40's and here I am, 41. It's ok though....so far, so good!
On to Friday fill-ins!
1. Apples are to oranges as Facebook is to Myspace.
2. All backscratchers need to be burned and that's all I have to say about that.
3. I think I hear the left over birthday cake calling.
4. Proudly wave your American flag.
5. Do what you want to do, but suffer the consequences, if you don't do your chores.
6. Bossman came home and behind him was a Radio Flyer wagon; in the wagon was a bucket filled with backscratchers. (Grace took them in the back yard and burned them!)
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging at the house, tomorrow my plans include going to garage sales and Sunday, I want to sleep in!
Have a great weekend!
"I wonder if Grace will mention that I made her blush tonight by putting in her birthday card that I owed her a birthday spanking. I think it was quite embarrassing for her to open that in front of her family looking at her. I got a kick out of it!!"
YES, it's true. He did right that in my birthday card and I think I turned 5 shades of red. It suddenly got very very hot in the room. Luckily, I didn't read that part aloud and I said the card was too mushy for them to read. As soon nobody was looking, I took that card and hid it under the presents, so nobody would try and read it. It was embarrassing, but the best part of the night. I loved it!
Well, that's it. I'm 41. Somehow I never thought I'd be in my 40's and here I am, 41. It's ok though....so far, so good!
On to Friday fill-ins!
1. Apples are to oranges as Facebook is to Myspace.
2. All backscratchers need to be burned and that's all I have to say about that.
3. I think I hear the left over birthday cake calling.
4. Proudly wave your American flag.
5. Do what you want to do, but suffer the consequences, if you don't do your chores.
6. Bossman came home and behind him was a Radio Flyer wagon; in the wagon was a bucket filled with backscratchers. (Grace took them in the back yard and burned them!)
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging at the house, tomorrow my plans include going to garage sales and Sunday, I want to sleep in!
Have a great weekend!
2nd anniversary of my 39th birthday
Yes, today is the day. The day I turn 41. How did this happen? Last time I checked I was only 25.
Remember when you were little and you couldn't wait to grow up? Now that your a grown up, time goes by so fast, doesn't it?
Oh well....enough about me...did anyone see this on the news last night?
I know it's not uplifting or anything. I know things are just horrible over there right now...but that is not why I posted it.
I posted it because....well....how often do you see a story on the news about a place called Swat Valley and a video of a woman being flogged?
I wish instead of everyone fleeing, they could all go back to Swat Valley and flog the Taliban.
Yes, that would be my birthday wish. Along with world peace and d/d as a welcome form of life.
That, and I wish I could buy a valley and name it Swat Valley. And the only women flogged there, are the women that WANT to be flogged!
Today, I am grateful for birthdays and I'm grateful to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Remember when you were little and you couldn't wait to grow up? Now that your a grown up, time goes by so fast, doesn't it?
Oh well....enough about me...did anyone see this on the news last night?
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy
I know it's not uplifting or anything. I know things are just horrible over there right now...but that is not why I posted it.
I posted it because....well....how often do you see a story on the news about a place called Swat Valley and a video of a woman being flogged?
I wish instead of everyone fleeing, they could all go back to Swat Valley and flog the Taliban.
Yes, that would be my birthday wish. Along with world peace and d/d as a welcome form of life.
That, and I wish I could buy a valley and name it Swat Valley. And the only women flogged there, are the women that WANT to be flogged!
Today, I am grateful for birthdays and I'm grateful to live in the land of the free and the home of the brave!
Brought to you by the letter N
I know that I've been leaving a lot of "fluff" posts just to fill up space. I am sorry for that. It seems that I've lost a little bit of blogging mojo. I feel like I've been saying the same things over and over again and it's getting rather boring. I can't seem to think of anything remotely interesting to talk about.
Of course, I could talk about how the spanking mojo has returned to my house. I mean, this IS classified as a spanking blog, even if I don't talk about it that much any more. But, I feel like if I start talking about it, it will disappear as quickly as it appeared. It seems like that happens a lot when it comes to spanking. It seems like the moment I get excited about it, we lose it.
So, I won't talk about that now. I think I'll wait and see what happens with it.
Ok, you twisted my arm...I'll talk about it a little.
I'm still trying to process how I feel about it. Bossman seems to be taking more of an interest in what is going on around here. He also is taking more of an interest in my moods. So, he's been in more of a spanking mood when things aren't going the way they should.
And so far, it's going pretty good.
I like that he's taking more time to pay attention to me. It's not that he hasn't paid attention, but it's more that he just hasn't paid attention...like that. You know what I mean?
Instead of just getting mad when I'm not in a decent mood, he decides to change my mood. AND, instead of letting me get away with playing on the computer all day, he decides to give me some incentive to stay OFF my butt and get some stuff done.
Did I mention...I like it?
I may not like the actually spankings...yes, they do hurt! But I like that he is taking the time to bend me over his knee and remind me who's in charge.
Oh yes, I like it alot!
But anyway, I said I wasn't going to talk about it. So...
Let's change subjects.
D is in a hospital in Texas right now. She's at one of the top cancer hospitals in the nation and is hoping they will be able to treat her cancer with the lastest and greatest stuff they have! Everybody keep your fingers crossed that they will figure out a treatment plan that will give her a fighting chance!
Well, time for the N's! Everyone please take time out to be thankful today. It doesn't have to be N's, it can just be for life! Isn't life worth being thankful for?
Nests
nipples
naked
noses
naps
napkins
nectarines
Wow, N words are hard! I'm anxious to see what other words you all can come up with!
Tell me your N's and Have a grateful day!
Of course, I could talk about how the spanking mojo has returned to my house. I mean, this IS classified as a spanking blog, even if I don't talk about it that much any more. But, I feel like if I start talking about it, it will disappear as quickly as it appeared. It seems like that happens a lot when it comes to spanking. It seems like the moment I get excited about it, we lose it.
So, I won't talk about that now. I think I'll wait and see what happens with it.
Ok, you twisted my arm...I'll talk about it a little.
I'm still trying to process how I feel about it. Bossman seems to be taking more of an interest in what is going on around here. He also is taking more of an interest in my moods. So, he's been in more of a spanking mood when things aren't going the way they should.
And so far, it's going pretty good.
I like that he's taking more time to pay attention to me. It's not that he hasn't paid attention, but it's more that he just hasn't paid attention...like that. You know what I mean?
Instead of just getting mad when I'm not in a decent mood, he decides to change my mood. AND, instead of letting me get away with playing on the computer all day, he decides to give me some incentive to stay OFF my butt and get some stuff done.
Did I mention...I like it?
I may not like the actually spankings...yes, they do hurt! But I like that he is taking the time to bend me over his knee and remind me who's in charge.
Oh yes, I like it alot!
But anyway, I said I wasn't going to talk about it. So...
Let's change subjects.
D is in a hospital in Texas right now. She's at one of the top cancer hospitals in the nation and is hoping they will be able to treat her cancer with the lastest and greatest stuff they have! Everybody keep your fingers crossed that they will figure out a treatment plan that will give her a fighting chance!
Well, time for the N's! Everyone please take time out to be thankful today. It doesn't have to be N's, it can just be for life! Isn't life worth being thankful for?
Nests
nipples
naked
noses
naps
napkins
nectarines
Wow, N words are hard! I'm anxious to see what other words you all can come up with!
Tell me your N's and Have a grateful day!
Funny story and Friday fill-ins
Welcome to Friday!
Yesterday my daughter and I went out to lunch together. Ok, first we went grocery shopping and then, as a treat, we went to lunch. We were having a great time. We were laughing and joking around and telling funny stories. My daughter has a wicked sense of humor. She makes me laugh, a lot!
While we were waiting for our food, one of the waitresses walked by and said we were having entirely too much fun. We just laughed some more and continued talking.
We had a great time scoping out the hotties, (which is apparently what you do when out with your 18 year old daughter) and talking about life. There was a table of firemen behind me, so I couldn't see them, but my daughter had a great view. As we were eating and enjoying ourselves, one of the guys got up to go to the bathroom. He had to pass our table on the way. On his way back, he stopped at our table and asked if he buy us a drink!
That's right people, he wanted to buy us a drink! I politely declined, as our meal was almost over and we had no need for another drink. I KNOW what your all thinking and I've gotta tell ya...it wasn't some hot young guy after my daughter...Nope, this guy was probably my age.
There are three ways to think about it. Either he was after me, he was a perv, after my daughter, or he was just a nice guy. I think he saw us having a good time and was just being nice to us.
Really, it doesn't matter what his reason was. He MADE my day! We laughed like crazy when we got in the car and I called Bossman to tell him that I still GOT IT!
Of course, Bossman already knew that!
Well, that's all I've got, but please, feel free to join me with the Friday fill-ins.
Have a great weekend!
1. The first rule of working in an office and getting along is getting spanked by the hot boss! Or, be like me and stay home!
2. I do not like clams, unless they are making pearls.
3. When I think of carnivals I think of spending lots of money.
4. Roses are my favorite spring flower.
5. Things on my desk include, pictures, a plant, some diecast cars and my computer.
6. Music makes me wanna dance.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging out at home, tomorrow my plans include going out to dinner with friends and Sunday, I want to watch movies!
Yesterday my daughter and I went out to lunch together. Ok, first we went grocery shopping and then, as a treat, we went to lunch. We were having a great time. We were laughing and joking around and telling funny stories. My daughter has a wicked sense of humor. She makes me laugh, a lot!
While we were waiting for our food, one of the waitresses walked by and said we were having entirely too much fun. We just laughed some more and continued talking.
We had a great time scoping out the hotties, (which is apparently what you do when out with your 18 year old daughter) and talking about life. There was a table of firemen behind me, so I couldn't see them, but my daughter had a great view. As we were eating and enjoying ourselves, one of the guys got up to go to the bathroom. He had to pass our table on the way. On his way back, he stopped at our table and asked if he buy us a drink!
That's right people, he wanted to buy us a drink! I politely declined, as our meal was almost over and we had no need for another drink. I KNOW what your all thinking and I've gotta tell ya...it wasn't some hot young guy after my daughter...Nope, this guy was probably my age.
There are three ways to think about it. Either he was after me, he was a perv, after my daughter, or he was just a nice guy. I think he saw us having a good time and was just being nice to us.
Really, it doesn't matter what his reason was. He MADE my day! We laughed like crazy when we got in the car and I called Bossman to tell him that I still GOT IT!
Of course, Bossman already knew that!
Well, that's all I've got, but please, feel free to join me with the Friday fill-ins.
Have a great weekend!
1. The first rule of working in an office and getting along is getting spanked by the hot boss! Or, be like me and stay home!
2. I do not like clams, unless they are making pearls.
3. When I think of carnivals I think of spending lots of money.
4. Roses are my favorite spring flower.
5. Things on my desk include, pictures, a plant, some diecast cars and my computer.
6. Music makes me wanna dance.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to hanging out at home, tomorrow my plans include going out to dinner with friends and Sunday, I want to watch movies!
Mmmmmmm.......
Tuesday is here and it's time for the M's!
If you didn't read my last post, please, scroll down and read it. I posted it yesterday afternoon and since I didn't get any response to it, I have a feeling everyone missed it. Either that, or is sucks!
Now, on to the M's....
Bossman: I know my alphabet and I know that Bossman doesn't start with M. BUT, Bossman isn't his real name. (You knew that, right?) His real name starts with M! Bossman is my hero. He's strong, handsome, gentle and kind. He's smart and funny and handsome. He's extremely talented on the guitar. I couldn't have asked for a better soul mate and I love him with all my heart. He's my best and favorite M! I am a lucky lucky girl!
M&M's: Chocolately goodness that melts in your mouth and not in your hand!
Marriage: I have had great success at the marriage thing. I highly recommend it!
Monkeys: I love monkeys. They are fascinating creatures, so similar to us.
Money: I LOVE money. They say money doesn't buy happiness, but it sure does buy peace of mind.
Mothers: I love my mother. She's such a great lady. Life hasn't always been easy, but she's always done everything she could for her kids. She's got a great life now and I am very proud of her! Speaking of mothers, I happen to LOVE being a mother. I've enjoyed motherhood so much and it's hard to let them go. The wildchild doesn't need me as much and the little man is getting older too, so I know my time is short with them, but I will always be their mother. I am honored that I am their mother.
Moon: I love the moon. So fascinating, so romantic!
Men: I do like men. Strong handsome, dominate men. Mostly I like MY man!
Marshmallows: Can't wait to go camping this summer, roasting marshmallows are my favorite.
Music: Someone once told me to try and go 6 months without music. HA! This is an impossible feat. Nobody could do it. Music is everywhere. Radio and TV are obvious but heck, it's in stores, it's on websites, it's ringtones, it's in elevators, restaurants, stores, offices. You name it, it's probably got music! Thank goodness because I LOVE music! My hubby plays guitar, my wildchild has the voice of an angel and I just like to sing! Music is in our house and in our blood. Even the little man plays guitar! The world would be a dull place without music!
Mountains: I am so lucky to live in an area with mountains. We've got mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. I couldn't live in a mare beautiful place and I try to always remember that. I am very lucky!
Well, I think that's enough M's for today. Don't forget to keep scrolling down and read my last post. I would love to hear some of your thoughts and opinions! Of course you could just give me your list of M's! Or maybe you could do both?
I'm not greedy!
If you didn't read my last post, please, scroll down and read it. I posted it yesterday afternoon and since I didn't get any response to it, I have a feeling everyone missed it. Either that, or is sucks!
Now, on to the M's....
Bossman: I know my alphabet and I know that Bossman doesn't start with M. BUT, Bossman isn't his real name. (You knew that, right?) His real name starts with M! Bossman is my hero. He's strong, handsome, gentle and kind. He's smart and funny and handsome. He's extremely talented on the guitar. I couldn't have asked for a better soul mate and I love him with all my heart. He's my best and favorite M! I am a lucky lucky girl!
M&M's: Chocolately goodness that melts in your mouth and not in your hand!
Marriage: I have had great success at the marriage thing. I highly recommend it!
Monkeys: I love monkeys. They are fascinating creatures, so similar to us.
Money: I LOVE money. They say money doesn't buy happiness, but it sure does buy peace of mind.
Mothers: I love my mother. She's such a great lady. Life hasn't always been easy, but she's always done everything she could for her kids. She's got a great life now and I am very proud of her! Speaking of mothers, I happen to LOVE being a mother. I've enjoyed motherhood so much and it's hard to let them go. The wildchild doesn't need me as much and the little man is getting older too, so I know my time is short with them, but I will always be their mother. I am honored that I am their mother.
Moon: I love the moon. So fascinating, so romantic!
Men: I do like men. Strong handsome, dominate men. Mostly I like MY man!
Marshmallows: Can't wait to go camping this summer, roasting marshmallows are my favorite.
Music: Someone once told me to try and go 6 months without music. HA! This is an impossible feat. Nobody could do it. Music is everywhere. Radio and TV are obvious but heck, it's in stores, it's on websites, it's ringtones, it's in elevators, restaurants, stores, offices. You name it, it's probably got music! Thank goodness because I LOVE music! My hubby plays guitar, my wildchild has the voice of an angel and I just like to sing! Music is in our house and in our blood. Even the little man plays guitar! The world would be a dull place without music!
Mountains: I am so lucky to live in an area with mountains. We've got mountains on one side and the ocean on the other. I couldn't live in a mare beautiful place and I try to always remember that. I am very lucky!
Well, I think that's enough M's for today. Don't forget to keep scrolling down and read my last post. I would love to hear some of your thoughts and opinions! Of course you could just give me your list of M's! Or maybe you could do both?
I'm not greedy!
What did you find?
PK, from New Beginnings, said she found herself when she started looking up spanking and blogs on the internet.
I suppose I could say that I found myself....but did I?
Sure, I found things I wanted to read. I found people I could relate to. I found interests that were similar to mine. But did I find myself?
I think I found part of myself. I found the part that I thought was weird and unnatural. I found the part that I was embarrassed about and couldn't share with others in my "real" world.
But I don't think I found me.
See, me was here all along. I just need to acknowledge her. I needed to let her out and let her hair down. I needed to express my feelings to the one person in the world that would understand and wouldn't look down on me for having those feelings. Sure, it was great to read about others and their experiences, but I wanted my own experiences. It's nice to get validated in the blogging world, but that wasn't enough for me. I needed validation from my real life partner. I needed Bossman to validate me.
As for blogging, it's wonderful to find a world in which we fit in. Although to me, the blogging world is sort of a fantasy. Unless you are reading an account of a "real" life story, the stories are pure fantasy. Nice, but impractical when trying to incorporate them into your own life. Too many times I've been disappointed because real life NEVER turns out like the fantasy. Not that fantasy isn't good, but sometimes we put too much hope in thinking that we can make our lives like the stories we read on the blogs.
Turns out, we can't make our "real" partners think or feel the same thing that we read about in the stories. Not only that, but we are unprepared for our own feelings. Fantasies don't begin to describe how angry you might feel. So when you DO feel angry, you don't understand it. I wanted this. I asked for this, so why do I now feel angry about it?
Fantasies don't begin to describe how you feel when your partner doesn't spank long enough, hard enough, too hard, too soft....how your partner doesn't spank evenly on both cheeks. Those are not the things that make a good fantasy.
Even when you move away from the fantasy and you read real life accounts, your real life is NOT going to be the same as mine. Things that may work in your relationship, may not work in mine.
Reading blogs is a great way to get ideas, but don't try to read to much into them. Try stuff, but remember, you and your partner have unique feelings that may not match what someone else was feeling. What works for me, may or may not work for you.
I wouldn't want you to leave here thinking I'm down on blogs. I am not. I've met some really great people doing this blogging thing. Internet friends are awesome. It's great to talk to people that HAVE felt the same things you've felt.It's great to talk about how mean our partners are when they use the backscratcher needlessly. It's nice to be able to exchange ideas and thoughts about spanking. These things can't be done in the "real" world. At least not in my world. So, I come here. I don't really find myself. I find others. And I LIKE the others! Actually, if I get right down to it...I find myself on MY blog, but I find other like-minded souls on their blogs. I take what I can from each of you and I hope you take what you can from me. It's all about the give and take.
And the spanking.
So, what did you find?
I suppose I could say that I found myself....but did I?
Sure, I found things I wanted to read. I found people I could relate to. I found interests that were similar to mine. But did I find myself?
I think I found part of myself. I found the part that I thought was weird and unnatural. I found the part that I was embarrassed about and couldn't share with others in my "real" world.
But I don't think I found me.
See, me was here all along. I just need to acknowledge her. I needed to let her out and let her hair down. I needed to express my feelings to the one person in the world that would understand and wouldn't look down on me for having those feelings. Sure, it was great to read about others and their experiences, but I wanted my own experiences. It's nice to get validated in the blogging world, but that wasn't enough for me. I needed validation from my real life partner. I needed Bossman to validate me.
As for blogging, it's wonderful to find a world in which we fit in. Although to me, the blogging world is sort of a fantasy. Unless you are reading an account of a "real" life story, the stories are pure fantasy. Nice, but impractical when trying to incorporate them into your own life. Too many times I've been disappointed because real life NEVER turns out like the fantasy. Not that fantasy isn't good, but sometimes we put too much hope in thinking that we can make our lives like the stories we read on the blogs.
Turns out, we can't make our "real" partners think or feel the same thing that we read about in the stories. Not only that, but we are unprepared for our own feelings. Fantasies don't begin to describe how angry you might feel. So when you DO feel angry, you don't understand it. I wanted this. I asked for this, so why do I now feel angry about it?
Fantasies don't begin to describe how you feel when your partner doesn't spank long enough, hard enough, too hard, too soft....how your partner doesn't spank evenly on both cheeks. Those are not the things that make a good fantasy.
Even when you move away from the fantasy and you read real life accounts, your real life is NOT going to be the same as mine. Things that may work in your relationship, may not work in mine.
Reading blogs is a great way to get ideas, but don't try to read to much into them. Try stuff, but remember, you and your partner have unique feelings that may not match what someone else was feeling. What works for me, may or may not work for you.
I wouldn't want you to leave here thinking I'm down on blogs. I am not. I've met some really great people doing this blogging thing. Internet friends are awesome. It's great to talk to people that HAVE felt the same things you've felt.
And the spanking.
So, what did you find?
Ponderisms
My mom sent this to me and since I have nothing to write about I'm such a good friend, I thought I'd share it with you.
I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes.
Gardening Rule: When weeding, the best way to make sure you are removing a weed and not a valuable plant is to pull on it. If it comes out of the ground easily, it is a valuable plant.
The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement.
Never take life seriously Nobody gets out alive anyway.
There are two kinds of pedestrians: the quick and the dead.
Life is sexually transmitted.
Health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one can die..
The only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth.
Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing.
Have you noticed since everyone has a camcorder these days no one talks about seeing UFOs like they used to?
Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.
All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism.
In the 60s, people took acid to make the world weird. Now the world is weird and people take Prozac to make it normal.
How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire?
Who was the first person to look at a cow and say, "I think I'll squeeze these dangly things here, and drink whatever comes out?"
Who was the first person to say, "See that chicken there? I'm gonna eat the next thing that comes outta its butt.
If Jimmy cracks corn and no one cares, why is there a song about him?
If quizzes are quizzical, what are tests?
Do illiterate people get the full effect of Alphabet Soup?
Did you ever notice that when you blow in a dog's face, he gets mad at you, but when you take him on a car ride, he sticks his head out the window?
Why doesn't glue stick to the inside of the bottle?
Who thinks of this stuff anyway??? (I added this one...)
I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes.
Gardening Rule: When weeding, the best way to make sure you are removing a weed and not a valuable plant is to pull on it. If it comes out of the ground easily, it is a valuable plant.
The easiest way to find something lost around the house is to buy a replacement.
Never take life seriously Nobody gets out alive anyway.
There are two kinds of pedestrians: the quick and the dead.
Life is sexually transmitted.
Health is merely the slowest possible rate at which one can die..
The only difference between a rut and a grave is the depth.
Health nuts are going to feel stupid someday, lying in hospitals dying of nothing.
Have you noticed since everyone has a camcorder these days no one talks about seeing UFOs like they used to?
Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again.
All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism.
In the 60s, people took acid to make the world weird. Now the world is weird and people take Prozac to make it normal.
How is it one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire?
Who was the first person to look at a cow and say, "I think I'll squeeze these dangly things here, and drink whatever comes out?"
Who was the first person to say, "See that chicken there? I'm gonna eat the next thing that comes outta its butt.
If Jimmy cracks corn and no one cares, why is there a song about him?
If quizzes are quizzical, what are tests?
Do illiterate people get the full effect of Alphabet Soup?
Did you ever notice that when you blow in a dog's face, he gets mad at you, but when you take him on a car ride, he sticks his head out the window?
Why doesn't glue stick to the inside of the bottle?
Who thinks of this stuff anyway??? (I added this one...)
TGIF
I find myself looking forward to Thursday nights so I can post my Friday fill-ins. I like the challenge of thinking of new things each week. I would love it if you would try a friday fill-in, if you don't want to do your own blog, do them in my comments. Or have a great weekend...
Or do both!
1. Apparently there's some sort of chores that Bossman wants me to do and apparently if I don't do them I get spanked.
2. Monday was a hot sunny day. Today was sunny but not so hot.
3. 2009 has been interesting so far.
4. Bossman tried the backscratcher that was it. Now I can't pry it out of his hands!
5. For too long I've been putting off cleaning the bathroom.
6. I am not obsessed with spanking; I am not!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to eating tacos, tomorrow my plans include going to a friends for potluck and Sunday, I want to relax!
Or do both!
1. Apparently there's some sort of chores that Bossman wants me to do and apparently if I don't do them I get spanked.
2. Monday was a hot sunny day. Today was sunny but not so hot.
3. 2009 has been interesting so far.
4. Bossman tried the backscratcher that was it. Now I can't pry it out of his hands!
5. For too long I've been putting off cleaning the bathroom.
6. I am not obsessed with spanking; I am not!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to eating tacos, tomorrow my plans include going to a friends for potluck and Sunday, I want to relax!
Do I?
Life has a way of surprising you at moments when you don't expect it. Or maybe it's not life, it's Bossman, that is doing the surprising.
So, Bossman has taken more of an interest in spanking me lately. Would love to say these have been good girl spankings, but that would be lying. What I did to deserve the spankings really isn't important here....what is important is this......
What does Bossman use when it's not a good girl spanking? The BS! (back scratcher, for those not paying attention.) Why does he have to use that? We have a nice assortment of spanking implements. We have a nice wooden hair brush that has hardly seen use, on hair or butt. We have a bath brush, which is evil, but not as evil as the BS. We have wooden spoons, wooden spatulas, paint stirrers. Yes Friends, we have all kinds of wonderful implements to choose from. So I ask the question again...Why the BS?
So, the BS is the worst of the implements. So what if the BS makes the best impression on me. I realize that I'm suppose to be learning a lesson and that spankings for bad girls aren't suppose to be enjoyed...but...but....
Ok, fine! I know the answer to the question. But I don't have to like it.
Nope, I don't like it one bit!
Or do I?
So, Bossman has taken more of an interest in spanking me lately. Would love to say these have been good girl spankings, but that would be lying. What I did to deserve the spankings really isn't important here....what is important is this......
What does Bossman use when it's not a good girl spanking? The BS! (back scratcher, for those not paying attention.) Why does he have to use that? We have a nice assortment of spanking implements. We have a nice wooden hair brush that has hardly seen use, on hair or butt. We have a bath brush, which is evil, but not as evil as the BS. We have wooden spoons, wooden spatulas, paint stirrers. Yes Friends, we have all kinds of wonderful implements to choose from. So I ask the question again...Why the BS?
So, the BS is the worst of the implements. So what if the BS makes the best impression on me. I realize that I'm suppose to be learning a lesson and that spankings for bad girls aren't suppose to be enjoyed...but...but....
Ok, fine! I know the answer to the question. But I don't have to like it.
Nope, I don't like it one bit!
Or do I?
La la la la la
I'm thankful for all the L stuff in my life. Things I'm thankful for include....
Life: Life is a fleeting gift. We must cherish each day of our life. We should remember to love our family and be thankful for each of our loved ones. Life is shorter than we realize. Seize the day!
Las Vegas: D is in LV. We had such a great vacation last week. We smiled, we laughed, we hung out at the pool and we rode scary rides! We enjoyed life.
Laughter: I love to hear my kids laugh. I love hearing my husband laugh. I really love laughing. Life is much better when you have laughter in it.
Love: What's to say about love? Love is deep, it's emotional, it's complicated, it's simple. It can take your breath away and it can make you breath deeply. Love is everlasting and fragile. Love makes the world go round.
Lover: I only want one and I've only had one. I'm pretty sure that makes me lucky!
Lips: Kissing the lips of my lover makes my life complete.
lollipops: How many licks does it take to get to the tootsie center of a tootsie roll pop?
Lessons: It's good to learn lessons. If we didn't learn our lessons, where would we be?
Language: I don't speak another language. I wish I could. I love listening to other languages. It makes our world a richer place.
That's all I've got for today. Now go, enjoy life!
Life: Life is a fleeting gift. We must cherish each day of our life. We should remember to love our family and be thankful for each of our loved ones. Life is shorter than we realize. Seize the day!
Las Vegas: D is in LV. We had such a great vacation last week. We smiled, we laughed, we hung out at the pool and we rode scary rides! We enjoyed life.
Laughter: I love to hear my kids laugh. I love hearing my husband laugh. I really love laughing. Life is much better when you have laughter in it.
Love: What's to say about love? Love is deep, it's emotional, it's complicated, it's simple. It can take your breath away and it can make you breath deeply. Love is everlasting and fragile. Love makes the world go round.
Lover: I only want one and I've only had one. I'm pretty sure that makes me lucky!
Lips: Kissing the lips of my lover makes my life complete.
lollipops: How many licks does it take to get to the tootsie center of a tootsie roll pop?
Lessons: It's good to learn lessons. If we didn't learn our lessons, where would we be?
Language: I don't speak another language. I wish I could. I love listening to other languages. It makes our world a richer place.
That's all I've got for today. Now go, enjoy life!
Friday fill-ins and a quick update
1. Join me in celebrating life.
2. Put a little spanking in your day!
3. Happiness is coming home from vacation and petting your cat and sleeping in your own bed.
4. Blonde and confused.
5. I'm waiting for a cure for cancer and someone to do my laundry (in that order please).
6. Cheesecake is hard to resist.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to catching up on all the shows on my DVR, tomorrow my plans include cleaning my house (yuck) and Sunday, I want to enjoy being home!
As you can probably tell we've made it home. We had a great time and we enjoyed spending time with D. I'll tell you more about the trip after I've had time to catch my breath. In the meantime, I'll leave you with a picture. This isn't a picture we took because someone (I won't mention names... (wildchild) forgot the camera in the hotel room. BUT, the wildchild and I rode this ride. After searching for this picture to post I had to ask myself...AM I nuts?
The answer is...YES!
Vegas
Just a quick update from Vegas!
We are having a good time. We hung out at the pool all day Monday! Tuesday we went to D's cancer support group. Can I just say, these people are amazing! They all have cancer stories, but they weren't sad. These people are helpful, loving, caring....just AMAZING! D is so lucky to have such a warm welcoming place. We were honored to be there and they were very happy to meet D's family!
We are coming home on Thursday. Hope you all are having a great week.
HUGS!
grace
We are having a good time. We hung out at the pool all day Monday! Tuesday we went to D's cancer support group. Can I just say, these people are amazing! They all have cancer stories, but they weren't sad. These people are helpful, loving, caring....just AMAZING! D is so lucky to have such a warm welcoming place. We were honored to be there and they were very happy to meet D's family!
We are coming home on Thursday. Hope you all are having a great week.
HUGS!
grace
A K kind of Day
We are in Vegas. I'm sure I'm having fun. I mean it's Vegas, so I must be having fun...right? Well, when I get home I'll let you know how much fun I had but until then, I've pulled the K's out of my archive. September 5th 2006. I'm sorry, that is probably cheating but after reading this list, I don't think it is cheating, I'm still grateful for all these things! So enjoy my K's and enjoy my blast from the past.
Anyway, on to the K's. These are just some of the things I'm grateful for today. But mostly I'm grateful for Bossman. And spankings. And school. Oh, I forgot I've got a list of K's, so here they are!!!
Kittens are great. We are having a blast with ours. He's such fun to watch. He's curious about the world around us, yet he's just like a toddler, getting into everything. He's amused by a shoe box, yet he's content to sleep where ever he gets tired. Did I mention how cute he is??
Kites are so much fun. I remember the wonder in my childrens eyes when we took them to fly a kite for the first time. I remember them holding on to the string extra tight, so as not to let it fly away.
Do you remember drinking Kool-aid when you were a kid? My mom would never let us drink soda, but there was always plenty of Kool-aid on hand. My favorite flavor? Pink lemonade.
Bossman is the keeper of my heart.
What would I do without my kids? They make me laugh, they make me cry. They are a gift from God. **Update, my daughter just called and landed the lead part in the school play!
Kit-kats are one of my favorite candybars. I like to eat them by layers, biting off the top layer first and working my way down. Come to think of it, I tend to eat alot of stuff that way. Some say that if you take apart your food while eating it makes you a better lover. Not sure if that is true, I'll have to ask Bossman about that one.
Hugs and kisses are a great way to show how much you love someone. I'm lucky, I get hugs and kisses A LOT! My son never forgets to give me hugs and kisses before school. My daughter hates giving me affection, but I think she likes it and won't admit it. Of course Bossman gives me as many hugs and kisses as possible, and I really enjoy a nice hot kiss from him.
The knowledge that there are others in the world that enjoy spankings as much as I do makes me HAPPY. How did I ever come to be this happy and comfortable in my spanking life without the internet and the knowledge that others don't think I'm weird? Knowledge is a great thing.
A lot of people consider spanking kinky. I used to think that kinky was a bad word. Not any more, I LOVE kinky!
Well, have a great day. I know I am!
Anyway, on to the K's. These are just some of the things I'm grateful for today. But mostly I'm grateful for Bossman. And spankings. And school. Oh, I forgot I've got a list of K's, so here they are!!!
Kittens are great. We are having a blast with ours. He's such fun to watch. He's curious about the world around us, yet he's just like a toddler, getting into everything. He's amused by a shoe box, yet he's content to sleep where ever he gets tired. Did I mention how cute he is??
Kites are so much fun. I remember the wonder in my childrens eyes when we took them to fly a kite for the first time. I remember them holding on to the string extra tight, so as not to let it fly away.
Do you remember drinking Kool-aid when you were a kid? My mom would never let us drink soda, but there was always plenty of Kool-aid on hand. My favorite flavor? Pink lemonade.
Bossman is the keeper of my heart.
What would I do without my kids? They make me laugh, they make me cry. They are a gift from God. **Update, my daughter just called and landed the lead part in the school play!
Kit-kats are one of my favorite candybars. I like to eat them by layers, biting off the top layer first and working my way down. Come to think of it, I tend to eat alot of stuff that way. Some say that if you take apart your food while eating it makes you a better lover. Not sure if that is true, I'll have to ask Bossman about that one.
Hugs and kisses are a great way to show how much you love someone. I'm lucky, I get hugs and kisses A LOT! My son never forgets to give me hugs and kisses before school. My daughter hates giving me affection, but I think she likes it and won't admit it. Of course Bossman gives me as many hugs and kisses as possible, and I really enjoy a nice hot kiss from him.
The knowledge that there are others in the world that enjoy spankings as much as I do makes me HAPPY. How did I ever come to be this happy and comfortable in my spanking life without the internet and the knowledge that others don't think I'm weird? Knowledge is a great thing.
A lot of people consider spanking kinky. I used to think that kinky was a bad word. Not any more, I LOVE kinky!
Well, have a great day. I know I am!
We are off again!
Once again we are off to Vegas! We are leaving on Sunday morning and we will be coming home Thursday night.
All this means is I probably won't be posting much. For some reason most hotels in Vegas don't give you free wi-fi. We are staying at the Hilton. They want to charge me 15 bucks a day for internet service. YIKES! I-don't-think-so!
D has internet at her house so I may pop in briefly. But I doubt I'll post anything. I will check emails though.
Don't worry though, I've got my list all ready for Tuesday. I love that blogger will let you decide what day to post things on, so I don't have to post it myself.
D is doing ok. She had treatment a week or so ago and she says she's feeling better. We don't know what treatment they will be doing next. She will probably be going to Texas for further treatment. There is a cancer hospital there, so that's going to be a good place for her to be. I just hope they get on the ball and do something quick, for the tumors on her lungs are just getting bigger.
As for our trip....we plan on taking it easy. Lots of sitting by the pool and hanging out with D. Nothing to strenuous. We just want to relax and enjoy.
I hope you all have a great Easter! Ours will be spent on the road. It takes 6 to 7 hours to get to Vegas from our house and we are leaving bright and early Sunday morning. The kids Easter baskets are full of candy and DVD's and video games for the kids to watch on the way there.
Ta ta for now!
All this means is I probably won't be posting much. For some reason most hotels in Vegas don't give you free wi-fi. We are staying at the Hilton. They want to charge me 15 bucks a day for internet service. YIKES! I-don't-think-so!
D has internet at her house so I may pop in briefly. But I doubt I'll post anything. I will check emails though.
Don't worry though, I've got my list all ready for Tuesday. I love that blogger will let you decide what day to post things on, so I don't have to post it myself.
D is doing ok. She had treatment a week or so ago and she says she's feeling better. We don't know what treatment they will be doing next. She will probably be going to Texas for further treatment. There is a cancer hospital there, so that's going to be a good place for her to be. I just hope they get on the ball and do something quick, for the tumors on her lungs are just getting bigger.
As for our trip....we plan on taking it easy. Lots of sitting by the pool and hanging out with D. Nothing to strenuous. We just want to relax and enjoy.
I hope you all have a great Easter! Ours will be spent on the road. It takes 6 to 7 hours to get to Vegas from our house and we are leaving bright and early Sunday morning. The kids Easter baskets are full of candy and DVD's and video games for the kids to watch on the way there.
Ta ta for now!
friday fill-ins
Last week, Anonymous left this comment on the Friday-fill in site: "*sighs* The last two of these have sucked royally...I love this thing, but now I'm having to go back in the archives and find ones that aren't totally ridiculous and moronic...". This week, I'm dedicating #1 to Anonymous :-)
And...here we go!
1. Anonymous... If you are going to complain, don't do them.
2. Cancer is a horrible thing.
3. Let me embrace thee, sour adversity, or I could just curl up in my shell.
4. New babies (Congrats Amber-Grandma!) and flowers are what I look forward to most about Spring.
5. Who needs therapy when there is cheesecake and cheetos?
6. Cadbury Eggs and Peeps MUST go into the Easter Basket!
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to coloring Easter eggs, tomorrow my plans include singing in church and Sunday, I want to make it to Vegas in less than 7 hours!
The J's
It's hard to find things to be thankful for when life is so hard. I've felt the urge to stay in my shell. I don't want to face the world right now, for the world seems cruel and sad. Dealing with D's stuff has forced me to think about my own mortality and I don't like it!
But....in the midst of all this turmoil there are things to be thankful for. There are plenty of J's to be thankful for. Just thinking about being thankful makes me feel a little better about the world. For even when the world seems cruel and sad, there are things to be thankful for.
J: My son's name starts with the letter J. He's such a good boy. He's handsome and sensitive. He smells like a dirty dog when he's been playing hard. He's messy and unorganized and smart. If you walked into his classroom, you would be able to pick out his desk in an instant. It would be the one with paper on the floor, books shoved in any which way and jackets and backpacks shoved under it. He's the Peanut equivalent of Pig Pen and I love him to death. He is passionate about cats. When he has time and has someone to take him, he will go to the Humane society to pet the cats. He is caring and loving and the world is a better place with him in it. (Can you tell I love this kid???)
Jelly beans: With Easter just around the corner, you can't get away from Jelly Beans. Oh I love them. Jelly Bellys are the best.
Jesus: Well when one thinks of mortality, one tends to think of where they will end up when their time comes to leave the world. I happen to believe in Jesus. Sure, not everyone believe in Jesus. But I do. 'Nuf said.
Jokes:A blonde and a both jump off a cliff at the same time. Which one will hit the bottom first? The brunette, because the blonde has to ask for directions.
Q: What do you do if a blonde throws a grenade at you?
A: Pull the pin and throw it back.
Juice: I always start the day with Orange Juice. I love it.
Junk food: I am a junk food junkie. I love cookies, cake, chips. I'm not big on candy bars, but just about anything junk foodish is good with me.
One of the LA gang starts with J. I am very grateful for the LA gang and I really am grateful for J!
In order to keep things light and fun, I found one of my favorite songs from Sesame Street. This originally aired in 1971. Oh my. Things were a lot simpler back then.
Enjoy this J day! I'm certainly going to try!
But....in the midst of all this turmoil there are things to be thankful for. There are plenty of J's to be thankful for. Just thinking about being thankful makes me feel a little better about the world. For even when the world seems cruel and sad, there are things to be thankful for.
J: My son's name starts with the letter J. He's such a good boy. He's handsome and sensitive. He smells like a dirty dog when he's been playing hard. He's messy and unorganized and smart. If you walked into his classroom, you would be able to pick out his desk in an instant. It would be the one with paper on the floor, books shoved in any which way and jackets and backpacks shoved under it. He's the Peanut equivalent of Pig Pen and I love him to death. He is passionate about cats. When he has time and has someone to take him, he will go to the Humane society to pet the cats. He is caring and loving and the world is a better place with him in it. (Can you tell I love this kid???)
Jelly beans: With Easter just around the corner, you can't get away from Jelly Beans. Oh I love them. Jelly Bellys are the best.
Jesus: Well when one thinks of mortality, one tends to think of where they will end up when their time comes to leave the world. I happen to believe in Jesus. Sure, not everyone believe in Jesus. But I do. 'Nuf said.
Jokes:A blonde and a both jump off a cliff at the same time. Which one will hit the bottom first? The brunette, because the blonde has to ask for directions.
Q: What do you do if a blonde throws a grenade at you?
A: Pull the pin and throw it back.
Juice: I always start the day with Orange Juice. I love it.
Junk food: I am a junk food junkie. I love cookies, cake, chips. I'm not big on candy bars, but just about anything junk foodish is good with me.
One of the LA gang starts with J. I am very grateful for the LA gang and I really am grateful for J!
In order to keep things light and fun, I found one of my favorite songs from Sesame Street. This originally aired in 1971. Oh my. Things were a lot simpler back then.
Enjoy this J day! I'm certainly going to try!
Friday Fill-ins
1. Angel or not, I will still go to heaven.
2. Take me any way you want me.
3. As my mother used to say, you're full of spit and vinegar.
4. I always wonder what I was thinking after I'm done working out or doing something strenuous.
5. Even in the most crowded of rooms I always look for Bossman.
6. Every day is a day fraught with peril.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to doing nothing, tomorrow my plans include doing more nothing and Sunday, I want to sleep in and do more nothing! (I haven't been able to do nothing on the weekend for a LONG time!)
News Flash
Continuing the celebration of the blogaversary! This was posted in September of 2006.
This is a spanking news flash!
Spankings hurt.
That's right ladies and gentlemen, you heard it here first, spankings do hurt.
Studies have shown that using a paint stirrer or wooden spoon on a persons gluteus maximus in a repetitive fashion, does, in fact, cause pain.
As a matter of fact, if used too long, the pain in the derriere could last for more than 24 hours. Side effects of a spanking include, redness in the buttockal area, soreness when sitting, submissive tendencies toward the spanker, unusually high sexual arousal, strange need of another spanking. Other, but less frequent effects are extreme dislike of wooden spoons and sore stomach muscles.
Specialist in the field have recommended that if your going to receive a spanking, you should try not to receive that spanking the day before having to sit in stadium bleachers for any length of time, as this will only prolong the soreness.
A lesser known study was conducted recently on people who were spanked before a sexual act and after a sexual act. A recent researcher spanked his subject after giving his subject an unusually strong orgasm. The subject reported that the spanking was extremely hard and hurt a lot. The researcher reports that the spanking was in fact, not that hard, and the subject was just being overly sensitive. Two days later, the researcher gave his subject a spanking before engaging in any sexual conduct. The researcher discovered he could give the subject a longer and harder spanking without nearly as much response from the subject. The subject, on the other hand, reports that indeed the spanking was easier to take, but this spanking was a lot harder and caused the her buttockal region to be sore for a much longer period of time. The subject did report that the orgasm after the spanking was, in fact, phenomenal.
That is all the time we have left for this news flash, we will now return you to Spanking with the..., I mean Dancing with the Stars.....
100 things about me
In honor of my 5 year blogaversary I’m going back to the archives to pull out some of my favorite posts. This originally posted May 31st 2004. I find that most of the things are the same…as they should be…but some have changed. I’ve added notes to the original, the new stuff is in bold…
- I’m a Taurus
- I don't believe in astrology
- I'm good friends with God
- I go to church on Saturday
- I have two wonderful children
- One boy and one girl
- The only man I’ve ever slept with is Bossman
- I don’t think I missed out on anything
- I get annoyed with stupid people easily
- I can’t hold a grudge against someone
- I’m extremely forgiving
- I like to give everyone the benefit of the doubt
- I’m tall and I like it
- I used to wish I was short
- I never used drugs
- I’ve never smoked
- I don’t like the taste of alcohol
- I played the cymbals in the marching band in high school
- I love to sing for church
- Survivor is my favorite tv show
- I cry at weddings
- My favorite dessert is cheesecake
- Bossman makes me laugh
- I don’t like sucking cock
- I will suck Bossman if it’s clean and shaved
- I like being spanked. (like how I just threw that in at #26?)
- I love reading
- My favorite books are the Outlander series
- Clan of the Cave Bear is my second favorite book series
- My favorite movie is “Officer and a Gentleman”
- I love musicals
- Grease is my favorite musical
- I think Richard Gere is hot
- Bossman is my first and only love
- I was a cheerleader in 4th grade
- My parents made me play basketball because I was tall, I sucked at it.
- My father left when I was 5
- I didn’t meet him again until I was 22
- I still don’t like him
- my first car was a yellow Ford Fiesta (I paid 900 dollars for that car)
- My first brand new car was a blue Chevy Sprint
- I went to 8 different schools by the time I was in high school
- I’ve lived in 5 states and Germany
- Bossman and I have lived in 9 different homes
- Bossman and I have been married 15 years (20 now!)
- I love Bossman more now than I did when we got married.
- I do not like people standing in front of the store selling something
- I can’t stand watching people talk with their mouths full of food
- I went to 3 different proms.
- Two of the proms were with Bossman
- I wore the same dress to 2 of the proms, but not the same dress to the ones I went to with Bossman.
- I still have one of the prom dresses
- The wildchild thinks it’s ugly (the wildchild used it for a halloween costume. She dressed as a dead prom queen.)
- I saved my wedding dress for my daughter (she has already said she won’t wear it….EVER! LOL)
- I collect dolls
- I also collect heart shaped jewelry boxes and necklaces
- I’ve never met another person with my name
- My mother was a hippy
- I’m hooked on reality TV
- I hated the “swan” (I don’t even remember this show)
- I love country music
- Garth Brooks and Tim McGraw are my favorites (I just bought tickets to see Tim McGraw in July…YAY!)
- Bossman is my best friend.
- My favorite color is blue
- I met a friend on yahoo chat 7 years ago and we’ve never met (believe it or not, I met her in a parenting chat room, before I admitted to Bossman that I liked spanking. But she and her hubby were trying to get into 3somes. I thought/think they were so cool. It’s now been 12 years that we’ve been online friends. We still email each other.)
- I hope to meet her someday (it’s ironic that I met the LA gang and I still haven’t met her)
- I used to have a cat named Mr. Bill
- I love the beach
- It’s the only place I can put things into perspective
- Bossman is my best friend
- I hate house work
- I hate cooking
- I love eating
- I need to lose 20lbs. (HA! I need to lose more than that and since I’m about the same as I was back then, I LIED on my OWN blog! Shame on me!)
- The weight on my drivers license is wrong (who’s isn’t?)
- That weight is now my goal (has been my goal for at least 5 years? That’s just sad!)
- I hate spending money (hate is such a strong word!)
- I love window shopping
- Having kids was the best thing I ever did
- Marrying Bossman was the best decision I ever made
- I enjoy good gossip
- I once met Richard Simmons
- yes, he’s like that everywhere he goes
- I haven’t been to the movies this whole year (still true, we just like watching movies at home)
- I hate it when people don’t like me, even if I don’t know them.
- My recliner makes me very happy (we don’t have that recliner anymore, but I do love my sofa!)
- Fat people in spandex make me sick
- I hate feet, I think feet are gross and I can’t stand anyone touching my feet. YUCK!
- I am a SIM freak…I love the Sims and could play for hours without stopping (I still play the sims, but not as much and not for hours and hours…what was I thinking?)
- I hate my double chin
- I wanted to be a teacher, but I got married instead (Yes PK, it’s true!)
- I don’t want to be a teacher anymore
- I was a Brownie and a Girl Scout
- I consider myself to be a good girl (but with a naughty spanking side!)
- I like kinky sex
- I have ugly toes
- Ebay is my favorite place to shop
- I don’t think I can think of anything else to say
- My kids are my life (did I say that already?)
- I had to re-type this post to make it work with my new template and as I was re-typing it I realized I had skipped number 49 in the original post.
Grateful
Gratefulness comes in many forms. You can say your grateful with a thank-you or a note.
You can show you are grateful with a smile or a hug.
Sometimes you can show you are grateful by just being there.
I know that today is the letter “i”. I am indeed grateful for things like ice cream, ideas, icicles, inspiration. But today I am grateful for life.
I am grateful that I got to spend the weekend with my SIL. We had fun. We smiled. We laughed. We hugged. We cried.
We talked about the fear of dying. We talked about how unfair life can be. We talked about our love for each other. We also talked about hope.
The doctors have said that there isn’t much hope left. I disagree. There is so much hope. I hope, Bossman hopes, my children hope. My church family hopes. My internet family hopes. People that don’t know D have hope.
There is hope everywhere we turn. So we cling to that hope. We cling to every single drop of hope.
And we pray. And pray. And pray.
So, today I am grateful for life. I’m grateful for my family and my friends and most of all…..
I’m grateful for D.
5 years ago
5 years ago I started this blog. I can’t believe it’s been this long. So many things have changed in my life.
My daughter was in 8th grade, now she’s a college student.
My son was in kindergarten, now he’s in 5th grade.
We had old cars that were always breaking down. Now we have two newer cars that are still under warranty.
My MIL was a Christian, now she’s a Muslim.
My Grandma passed away.
I was 35 when I started this blog and now I’m 40.
This blog has changed me. It’s helped me sort my feelings out. It’s helped me understand things I didn’t understand before. I am brave enough to say things that I wouldn’t have dared said 5 years ago.
I’ve gone back and read some of my early posts. The person that wrote those was scared and unsure of herself. She wrote a lot of downer posts in the beginning. Life seemed to be getting in the way of living. Bad cars, no money, fighting with Bossman, they all cropped up in the early years of this blog. I believe Bossman and I have grown. Our marriage has grown stronger in the last 5 years. It’s fun to look back, but I’m glad I’m here now.
I’ve met some bloggers, in real life, and here on my blog. I have learned things from you. I have learned much about myself. I’ve opened my mind to new ideas and thoughts, thanks to all of you.
So, thanks for 5 years! Thanks for taking the time to stop by and read. Thank you for taking the time to write me a line or comment on something I wrote. I appreciate every single comment.
I am grateful to you all!
HUGS!
grace
Friday Fill-ins
This week the sentences are from books. Although I think I know some of them, I decided to make up my own answers.
1. "In a hole in the ground there lived my MIL." (I wish!)
2. "I’m just a woman but that ain't no matter."
3. "After dark the rain began to fall again, and everything in our tent got wet."
4. "The gold came from the hold of the Spanish galleon."
5. "There was a hand in the darkness, and it was comforting."
6. "Accidents ambush the unsuspecting, are you surprised?"
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to the 7 hour car ride to Vegas, tomorrow my plans include spending time with my Sister-in-law and Sunday, I want to get home before dark!
As you probably guessed, we are going out of town again this weekend. I was hoping this was the weekend to sit around and get caught up on chores around my house. Unfortunately, my Sis-in-law is not doing so well. She got news that the tumors on her lungs are growing, so we are going to Vegas to help cheer her up before her treatment, which she is having on Monday.
Keep us in your thoughts and prayers!
Brought to you by the letter H
Husband: I’m not sure where I’d be without my hubby. He makes me a better person. Thanks Babe!
Hearts: Of course we wouldn’t be alive without our heart. Also, I love collecting heart boxes and heart jewelry.
Hope: Where would we be without hope?
Heaven: I can’t imagine there is anyone that wants to go to the other place.
Home: Home is where the heart is.
Human: I certainly wouldn’t want to live with a bunch of aliens.
Humor: I love a good joke and I love to laugh. Life would be too boring if we didn’t have humor.
Honesty: Sometimes the truth hurts, but it’s better than being lied too.
History: I love learning about things that happened long ago. It’s fun to imagine how life was like. I’m not saying I would want to LIVE that life, but it’s fun to learn about it.
Happy: Happy, happy, happy!
Harmony: My daughter and I have sung some duets together and although I’m an alto, she has to sing the harmony as I’m not good at that part. She’s really good!
Honey, Herseys, hotdogs, hamburgers, Ho-Ho’s: Just a few of my favorite H foods!
Well, that’s all I’ve got for today. I’m sure I’ve missed some, but once I read other peoples list, I am even more grateful, so it’s a win, win situation.
Go…be grateful already!
Over the river and through the woods
Ah camping! What’s not to like about camping?
Let’s see….
Could it be the bugs?
check
Could it be the cold?
check
Could it be the lack of showers?
check
Could it be the dirt?
check
Could it be the RAIN?
double check
Yes, we had all the flavors of camping. It was hideously splendid. We had fun, we were miserable and then we came home.
We got there on a Friday afternoon. The sun was shining, there wasn’t any wind and the mountain was breathtaking. Once we all got settled in, we made some dinner, made a bonfire and had a great time. Guitars came out and singing was done. Delicious s’mores were made and all was right with the world.
Then came the cold.
I was so cold I had on 2 shirts and 2 jackets. In a sleeping bag with Bossman with a comforter thrown over the top. If Bossman hadn’t cuddled next to me with all his warmth I may have died from teeth chattering. But Bossman managed to thaw me out and I managed to get about 5 minutes of sleep, which is about all one can get in a tent on a deflating air mattress.
The next day was beautiful. We took our time getting up and when we finally got breakfast made for everyone it was around 10. After breakfast we played some games and finally around noon we headed out for a hike.
The path we took led us through the forest and by a small stream. Some people came by us on some beautiful horses. The kids (the youth group we went with) climbed up a mountain side (which scared me to death) but everyone made it safely back down. We found a dead snake on the road and one of the kids decided to carry it back to the camp. My son thought he was a mountain man! He carried an axe around with him and stayed up with the front of the back. He said this was the best time he ever had.
After we got back to camp…I went to BED! I was tired! By the time I got up, it was dinner time. We cooked hamburgers and hotdogs and chili beans and all sorts of camping type foods and pigged out. Again, more singing and more bonfire and more s’mores!
Now, we knew there was a slight chance of rain. So Bossman had the foresight to pack up our car with everything except what was in our tent. Then we went to bed. For some reason I wasn’t as cold. Bossman and the little man and I played some cards before hitting the sack.
About 1 in the morning the rain started. YAY! Luckily, it was rain and there wasn’t much wind with it. The little man thought the creek was going to overflow and about 4 in the morning the 3 of us got out of the tent to go potty and to check the creek (for the little mans benefit). Once the little man saw that the creek wasn’t rising, we all tried to go back to sleep. Needless to say, but 7 we were up. It was getting really wet. As long as we stayed in the middle of our tent we were fine, but the edges were getting wet. Once we got up and talked to the rest of the group, we determined the best thing to do with get packed up and head home. Lucky for us, we were only about 40 minutes from home.
By 9am we were home in our nice warm house. I had a nice hot shower and all was right with the world again.
Oh, I forgot to tell you the snake story. Remember how I said one of the kids carried the dead snake back to camp? Well, he put it in one of the bathrooms. Needless to say, there were numerous people running out of that bathroom. It was quite funny….but I guess you would have had to have been there.
So that’s what I did this weekend…how about you?
Friday fill-ins
1. Why do we have to hide our kinks?
2. Facebook and Twitter are now habits.
3. I have a problem with leisure suits.
4. I had never heard the phrase "WEG" and it made me feel stupid when I finally figured it out.
5. I will procrastinate the way I always do.
6. How was I to know that meeting friends from the internet would be a good thing?
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to camping with the youth group, tomorrow my plans include relaxing in the forest and Sunday, I want to have someone else to pack the car for the journey home!
See ya’ll on Sunday night! Have a good weekend!
dominance re-visited
Bossman and I had a lot of different discussions on our little vacation. One of the conversations revolved around a friend/work partner of Bossmans.
This guy is roughly 10 years younger than we are. He and his wife have been married for about 5 years and they have a little boy that is almost 2. They are nice enough people and we’ve gone out to dinner with them and even spent some time with them on New Years Eve.
But….
Something bothers me about him. I can’t put my finger on it. I think it has to do with his attitude toward his wife.
He’s a suit-and-tie kind of guy. He’s very prim and proper. He’s always giving Bossman a hard time about his clothes. He knows how to schmooze with the best of them. His parents taught him great work ethics. So much so that when his wife found out she was pregnant he was unhappy that she would have to quit her job. (she’s a teacher and it turns out that she would have been let go anyway because our state doesn’t believe we need education and so all the teachers are getting laid off, so if you see a bunch of really dumb Californians running around…..wait…this is another post…sorry)
Ok, to the parts that bother me. First, when he found out they were having a baby, the way he told Bossman was this…. “My old lady’s knocked up.”
Uh, ok. Also, he never, ever, says he loves her over the phone. Now, I know, some people don’t say the L word, but Bossman says it to me every time we hang up the phone with each other. So, it’s not like he should be embarrassed to say the L word in front of Bossman because Bossman says it in front of him.
I think the biggest thing that annoys me about this guy is that he thinks his wife should take care of the house and the baby and he shouldn’t have to do anything. He’s the kind of guy that expects everything to be done when he gets home and all he has to do is pop a beer and plant himself on the sofa. (But he also wants her to generate some sort of income) When we were at their house, he was expecting her to come and do and get whatever he needed while he sat and schmoozed with his guests. At my house, Bossman and I take care of the guests together, we get and do and come…together.
And….here's the thing I don’t get. Isn’t that what d/d or dominance is kind of about? Aren’t I suppose to be the one that serves my husband, takes care of the kids and house and be HAPPY for it? I AM happy for it. But, I don’t want him rubbing it in my face. I don’t want him to make me feel like I’m less for being the happy homemaker. If he comes home and is tired, I take care of him. If he comes home and I’m tired, he takes care of me.
So, what is it that bugs me so much about this guy? It could be that I don’t see the dominance there. I see the male chauvinist there. But I don’t see the love. I don’t see the equality. From the outside, it would see like they have a “I love Lucy” relationship. He wears the pants, she stays home. And normally that’s ok with me because that’s what I am into.
So, why does this particular relationship strike me the wrong way? I either want it that way, or I don’t.
Sometimes, this stuff is so confusing!
Gratitude Tuesday
My weekend was pretty fantastic. We had such a great time on our little trip. There was a lot of reconnecting and relaxing and just being together.
Here’s my gratitude list for today.
Gratitude Tuesday: I really love being able to set aside some time each week to be grateful. It helps to focus on the good things in life. Sometimes with the hecticness of our lives, we forget to be grateful.
God: I am so grateful to live in a country where I can believe what I want to believe, worship what I want to worship and read what I want to read. I believe in God and I am grateful that I am able to believe in God without persecution.
Grapes: Aren’t they wonderful? I love grapes.
Gems: If you are a skimmer, you may have missed the post where I said I got a new diamond for our anniversary. Last year, I lost the diamond in my engagement ring. I cried. I don’t have a lot of jewelry and I don’t have anything expensive other than my wedding ring and eternity band. I’d often though it would be nice to have a bigger wedding set, but when I lost that diamond I felt like I lost my best friend. I was heartbroken. It was then that I realized I could never have a different set. This set is a part of me. Bossman got a new diamond placed in my engagement rind. It’s bigger and shinier and boy does it feel nice on my finger. I feel like I’m whole once again.
Guitar: Bossman plays the guitar. He is wonderful at it. He plays in a band and he writes his own songs. I’ve even been known to sing some of his songs in church.
Games: I love playing games and I’m very competitive. It is fun to be with the family and play a game.
Gardens: I’m not much of a gardener, but I do love gardens. Botanical gardens are really interesting and beautiful.
Gum: I love chewing gum and my family thinks I’m annoying because I love to pop my gum and blow bubbles with my gum. I’m sorry it’s annoying, but it’s so satisfying to get a loud pop or a big bubble from my gum.
Gifts: Who doesn’t like a gift?
Galaxy: I love looking up at the stars. We have a trampoline and on warm summer nights you can find us out on the trampoline looking at the stars.
Genitals: Need I say more?
I think I’ll leave this list on a happy note. Not that the whole list isn’t positive, but really, gentials? You just gotta love genitals!
Have a grateful day!
The English language
THIS IS GREAT!!! Read all the way to the end................ Somebody spent a lot of time on this. (no it wasn’t me, do you really think I’m that smart??? )
You think English is easy???
1) The bandage was wound around the wound.
2) The farm was used to produce produce.
3) The dump was so full that it had to refuse more refuse.
4) We must polish the Polish furniture.
5) He could lead if he would get the lead out.
6) The soldier decided to desert his dessert in the desert.
7) Since there is no time like the present, he thought it was time to present the present
8) A bass was painted on the head of the bass drum.
9) When shot at, the dove dove into the bushes. 10) I did not object to the object.
11) The insurance was invalid for the invalid.
12) There was a row among the oars men about how to row.
13) They were too close to the door to close it.
14) The buck does funny things when the does are present.
15) A seamstress and a sewer fell down into a sewer line.
16) To help with planting, the farmer taught his sow to sow. 17) The wind was too strong to wind the sail.
18) Upon seeing the tear in the painting I shed a tear.
19) I had to subject the subject to a series of tests.
20) How can I intimate this to my most intimate friend?
21) I wanted to read the book, but I already read it.
Let's face it - English is a crazy language. There is no egg in eggplant, nor ham in hamburger; neither apple nor pine in pineapple. English muffins weren't invented in England or French fries in France .. Sweet meats are candies while sweet breads, which aren't sweet, are meat. We take English for granted. But if we explore its paradoxes, we find that quicksand can work slowly, boxing rings are square and a guinea pig is neither from Guinea nor is it a pig.
And why is it that writers write but fingers don't fing, grocers don't groce and hammers don't ham? If the plural of tooth is teeth, why isn't the plural of booth, beeth? One goose, 2 geese. So one moose, 2 meese? One index, 2 indices? Doesn't it seem crazy that you can make amends but not one amend? If you have a bunch of odds and ends and get rid of all but one of them, what do you call it?
If teachers taught, why didn't preachers praught? If a vegetarian eats vegetables, what does a humanitarian eat? Sometimes I think all the English speakers should be committed to an asylum for the verbally insane. In what language do people recite at a play and play at a recital? Ship by truck and send cargo by ship? Have noses that run and feet that smell?
How can a slim chance and a fat chance be the same, while a wise man and a wise guy are opposites? You have to marvel at the unique lunacy of a language in which your house can burn up as it burns down, in which you fill in a form by filling it out and in which, an alarm goes off by going on.
English was invented by people, not computers, and it reflects the creativity of the human race, which, of course, is not a race at all. That is why, when the stars are out, they are visible, but when the lights are out, they are invisible.
PS. - Why doesn't 'Buick' rhyme with 'quick'?
You lovers of the English language might enjoy this .
There is a two-letter word that perhaps has more meanings than any other two-letter word, and that is 'UP.'
It's easy to understand UP, meaning toward the sky or at the top of the list, but when we awaken in the morning, why do we wake UP ? At a meeting, why does a topic come UP ? Why do we speak UP and why are the officers UP for election and why is it UP to the secretary to write UP a report ?
We call UP our friends. And we use it to brighten UP a room, polish UP the silver; we warm UP the leftovers and clean UP the kitchen. We lock UP the house and some guys fix UP the old car. At other times the little word has real special meaning. People stir UP trouble, line UP for tickets, work UP an appetite, and think UP excuses. To be dressed is one thing, but to be dressed UP is special.
And this UP is confusing: A drain must be opened UP because it is stopped UP. We open UP a store in the morning but we close it UP at night.
We seem to be pretty mixed UP about UP ! To be knowledgeable about the proper uses of UP, look the word UP in the dictionary. In a desk-sized dictionary, it takes UP almost 1/4th of the page and can add UP to about thirty definitions. If you are UP to it, you might try building UP a list of the many ways UP is used. It will take UP a lot of your time, but if you don't give UP, you may wind UP with a hundred or more.
When it threatens to rain, we say it is clouding UP . When the sun comes out we say it is clearing UP...
When it rains, it wets the earth and often messes things UP.
When it doesn't rain for awhile, things dry UP.
One could go on and on, but I'll wrap it UP, for now my time is UP, so........it is time to shut UP!
Oh …one more thing:
What is the first thing you do in the morning & the last thing you do at night?
U-P
Interesting car talk
Him: “Whatcha thinking about?
Me: “Nothing much, you?”
Him: “Just thinking about touching your boobs.”
Me: “As you should." “Now all is right with the world.”
Friday fill-ins
1. When I look to the left, I see the new diamond that Bossman had put in my engagement ring for our 20th Anniversary.
2. My bedroom is the room that has the best view in my home.
3. Let it work, damn it!
4. Complaining done dirt cheap!
5. Voting is a responsibility that all qualified citizens must share.
6. If you have any love for me feel free to leave me a comment.
7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to having lots of sex with Bossman in a hotel room, tomorrow my plans include sigh-seeing and spending time with Bossman on the road and Sunday, I want to get home in time to watch the Amazing Race!
In case you haven’t guessed by now, Bossman and I are heading out for a road trip this morning in celebration of our anniversary. We are leaving the children home! YAY!
So, behave, be good, have fun while I’m gone and I’ll see ya’ll on Monday!
Forever and for always
I wrote and re-wrote this post, but nothing seemed good enough.
I tried writing a love note…too sappy.
I tried writing a poem…too cliches’.
I tried writing down facts…too boring.
I tried writing a list…too clinical.
I tried writing something funny…to corny.
So, I’m just going to come right out and say it….
Happy 20th anniversary Babe! I love you and I can’t wait to see what the next 20 hold.
Love,
Your wife
"Forever And For Always"
In your arms I can still feel the way you
want me when you hold me
I can still hear the words you whispered
when you told me
I can stay right here forever in your arms
And there ain't no way--
I'm lettin' you go now
And there ain't no way--
and there ain't no how
I'll never see that day....
[Chorus:]
'Cause I'm keeping you
forever and for always
We will be together all of our days
Wanna wake up every
morning to your sweet face--always
Mmmm, baby
In your heart--I can still hear
a beat for every time you kiss me
And when we're apart,
I know how much you miss me
I can feel your love for me in your heart
And there ain't no way--
I'm lettin' you go now
And there ain't now way--
and there ain't no how
I'll never see that day....
[Repeat Chorus]
(I wanna wake up every morning)
In your eyes--(I can still see
the look of the one) I can still see
the look of the one who really loves me
(I can still feel the way that you want)
The one who wouldn't put anything
else in the world above me
(I can still see love for me) I can
still see love for me in your eyes
(I still see the love)
And there ain't no way--
I'm lettin' you go now
And there ain't no way--
and there ain't no how
I'll never see that day....
[Repeat Chorus (2x)]
I'm keeping you forever and for always
I'm in your arms
Lets talk dominance again
So, the other day, I asked for definitions of dominance. I was trying to explain to Bossman why certain characters in books turn me on so much with their dominance.
Thank you for the great comments back on that. Bossman and I read them together. After reading them, Bossman said that it sounded like a lot to live up to.
Is it a lot to live up to? Do we expect too much out of our men?
Bossman has most of the qualities described in each of the comments, so I was a little perplexed that he would think that was a lot to expect out someone. Maybe he doesn’t see himself as a dominate force.
For me, one of the most important factors is the protectiveness. I want to know that my man would take a bullet for me, slay dragons for me, rescue me from kidnappers or run through a fire to pull me out. I’m happy to report that I know that Bossman would do that for me. He has done that for me. Ok, he hasn’t exactly had to save me from any of those things, but I know he would if he had to.
I’ve said before that I was born submissive. I believe that with all my heart. I had submissive thoughts very early in life. So I’m guessing that men are born certain ways also. I’m sure you’ve witnessed the wimpy man. The man that is totally whipped by his wife. How did the man become that way? Was he raised to be wimpy? Was he born without the dominate gene or is it just that he’s missing his balls?
Maybe it’s just too old-fashioned to dominate. Society has already said that submissive women are weak and frail. Women are suppose to be able to bring home the bacon and fry it up in a pan. Women aren’t suppose to want the man to be in charge. We aren’t suppose to give up power to the males for that is demeaning to womankind! So because the women have stated it as thus, the men have been beaten down. They are afraid to wear the pants because then they are considered brutes, bullies and Oh my, domineering! Society has beaten the MEN into submission!
But I’m betting that most women just go along with that BS because they don’t want to look stupid. There are very few of us in the world willing to admit that we WANT our men to be dominate. We want to submit. We want the men to take care of us.
Why can’t we submit to our men but still own the world? Why must we protect ourselves when we have men to do that for us? It’s pretty obvious that men are stronger, so why must we try and prove that we are better than them? There is a reason why when there is a crisis it’s always women and children first. It’s not because we are better than them. It’s because they are stronger than we are. But stronger doesn’t mean better. It’s just means different. Males and females bring their own unique abilities to the table. We are different and so why can’t we just accept that we are different, instead of trying time and time again to prove that we aren’t.
I don’t find submissiveness to be a weakness. I think you have to be strong to submit. You have to trust the person you submit to. You have to let go. Letting go is so hard. It’s hard to give up control.
I guess I answered my own question. Are we expecting to much out of our men? I’m answering NO! I think we all have a purpose in life. The purpose of man is to protect and care for his woman. The purpose of woman is to protect and care for her man.
Sure, I love a good dominate man in books, but I will always prefer my real-life hero……Bossman.
Gratituesday
If I’m not mistaken, today is the letter F. I LOVE the letter F. I mean really….who doesn’t like a good F?
Fantasy: I don’t think I would have this blog without fantasy. Fantasy is what started me thinking of spanking, which led to the computer, which led to blogs, which led to my own blog.
Fish: We have a 72 gallon salt-water aquarium. We have beautiful fish. It’s such fun to sit and watch the tank. It’s like having a piece of the ocean right in my own livingroom!
Friends: I love my friends, but I don’t make them easily. Whether it be on the internet or in real life, I take time to make friends, but once they are my friends, I am very loyal. Be careful, once I’m your friend, it’s hard to get rid of me!
Fingers: Bossman has the best fingers. Being a guitar player means they are rather calloused but I LOVE them. They can be smooth to the touch and they can be rough at the same time. Watching them play the guitar is like watching magic.
Forgiveness: What would this world be like without forgiveness? People make mistakes. The world will never be perfect. If we choose not to forgive people how would we survive? I’m glad that when I make a mistake, my friends and family forgive me.
F*ck: Do you think I could post this list without that word? Did you? That word is usually used in a bad way, but man, sometimes when Bossman and I make love, it’s not really making love, it’s more like f*cking. Funny thing….when we are really getting hot and heavy, I tend to use that word a lot…and I don’t use that word any other time! So, I have to be grateful for that.
French fries: Yum! Need I say more?
Well, that’s my list for the week, I hope you all have a fantastic day!
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