I thought I would share this email that I sent out to everyone at my Office today.
Apparently this week is “Someday We’ll Laugh About This Week”. How many of you knew that? (well Belinda – as she reads the same online magazine as I do)
I read that and I started to think about some of the things we now laugh about that were not at all funny at the time. Some of my most embarrassing moments, moments when at the time I wanted to just curl up and die, and how now even I find them funny enough to tell the story.
That thought process led me along another path, maybe I need to stop and take a look at all that is happening around me right now and look for the humour – the one part that I will find funny later on. Maybe, just maybe, if I can do that, then the stress that I find myself in now will be relieved a bit.
And then – as my mind continued to wander , I thought maybe I should start a journal, start writing down some of these moments so that I can look back later and laugh. And then – the big revelation came – I ALREADY DO THAT! I have a blog, a blog that Is shared with my family and friends. In my blog, I tend to ramble about events in my life, some of the stressors that I face, the embarrassing moments and my triumphs. Once blogged, and posted, my family and friends read and comment. It is often reading the comments of those close to me that help me see the bigger picture and help work through the stress.
So in keeping with the celebration of SWLATW - I am challenging each and everyone of you to look at the things that are stressing you this week, and see if you can find the one thing that you know you will be laughing about someday – and then laugh about it today! And if you feel so inclined – share it with the rest of us – we would be happy to laugh with you!
Enjoy your day and look for a laugh!
I found this silly joke online and it made me laugh – so I am sharing it with you
What to do if Housework is getting you down.
1. Open a new file on your desktop.
2. Name it "Housework."
3. Send it to the RECYCLE BIN
4. Empty the RECYCLE BIN
5. Your computer will ask you, "Are you sure you want to delete Housework permanently?"
6. Answer calmly, "Yes," and press the mouse button firmly....
7. Feel better?
I hope you got a giggle out of that! Have a great day!
Laura
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Look at that Rain!
Wow - I know we all said we wanted to snow to stop - but really now - did we really ask for all this rain at once?
It seems that the weather patterns of the west coast have really and truly changed over the past couple of years. I think that I will be looking at the end of season sales this year for a few winter items that I have not had for a long time. Here is the list of items I will be shopping for:
Winter boots - snow type - ones that come up to at least mid calf - maybe even higher if this year was any indication of things to come
Winter jacket - it is time for a new one anyways
Snow shovel - one with a longer handle - the one we currently have was designed to be used by a young kid - and if you know my kid at all you know he tuckered out on the shoveling before the whole driveway was done - he did lots and I was very proud of the way he offered to help shovel and sand the walks!!
Snow shovel - a third one - so then we can all shovel together - - look I created a new family activity for the Lang book! Aren't I smart!
Warm inside shoes - ok slippers really - but Brian is too cool to wear slippers so I thought if I called them inside shoes he would wear them!
Afghans - for the cold room, I mean living room, we could use a few new ones - ones that dont look like they have been used by the entire family over and over and over again!!!!
Cord of wood - or maybe two - it is apparent that we will never have heat to the living room - so we need to use the fireplace to heat that part of the house. So a cord of wood would be a great way to do that. Anyone know anyone with a truck load of wood they want to get rid of?
Umbrella - apparently the one that lived in my car has died an untimely death!
Gum Boots - so we can sloxh through the snow that is melting! (those I may go get tonight so I can start wearing them right away!) Ooh - maybe I could find some cool ones - not the black ugly ones but a pair of cute ones. I deserve cute ones!
And while I am at it - I want new furniture for the living room! A coffee table and a storage chest for all the blankets and afghans are my first choice - then new couches and chairs
Wow - looking at this list I think I may need a second job to pay for it all. I guess I will evalute each item and buy the ones that I can afford and leave the others for the time being.
But back to the rain --- I am happy to see it start to wash the snow away -- I hope that it does not cause any flooding for people. Drive carefully on the super wet and slushly slippery roads.
It seems that the weather patterns of the west coast have really and truly changed over the past couple of years. I think that I will be looking at the end of season sales this year for a few winter items that I have not had for a long time. Here is the list of items I will be shopping for:
Winter boots - snow type - ones that come up to at least mid calf - maybe even higher if this year was any indication of things to come
Winter jacket - it is time for a new one anyways
Snow shovel - one with a longer handle - the one we currently have was designed to be used by a young kid - and if you know my kid at all you know he tuckered out on the shoveling before the whole driveway was done - he did lots and I was very proud of the way he offered to help shovel and sand the walks!!
Snow shovel - a third one - so then we can all shovel together - - look I created a new family activity for the Lang book! Aren't I smart!
Warm inside shoes - ok slippers really - but Brian is too cool to wear slippers so I thought if I called them inside shoes he would wear them!
Afghans - for the cold room, I mean living room, we could use a few new ones - ones that dont look like they have been used by the entire family over and over and over again!!!!
Cord of wood - or maybe two - it is apparent that we will never have heat to the living room - so we need to use the fireplace to heat that part of the house. So a cord of wood would be a great way to do that. Anyone know anyone with a truck load of wood they want to get rid of?
Umbrella - apparently the one that lived in my car has died an untimely death!
Gum Boots - so we can sloxh through the snow that is melting! (those I may go get tonight so I can start wearing them right away!) Ooh - maybe I could find some cool ones - not the black ugly ones but a pair of cute ones. I deserve cute ones!
And while I am at it - I want new furniture for the living room! A coffee table and a storage chest for all the blankets and afghans are my first choice - then new couches and chairs
Wow - looking at this list I think I may need a second job to pay for it all. I guess I will evalute each item and buy the ones that I can afford and leave the others for the time being.
But back to the rain --- I am happy to see it start to wash the snow away -- I hope that it does not cause any flooding for people. Drive carefully on the super wet and slushly slippery roads.
Thursday, January 1, 2009
2009? Really?
Wow - hard to believe that it is 2009 today! Seem such a short time ago we were all wondering what 2008 would bring. It never seems to amaze me how quickly time seems to pass at this point in my life.
I remember when it seemed that the passage of a year was a eon! not a blink of the eye as it seems to be now.
Looking back - 2008 was a year full of interesting events and excitement. Warren was born, Tara and Chris got engaged, we went on a fabulous vacation to Alberta with Brian. And that is just a sampling of the years events!
Looking forward to 2009 - Tara and Chris will get married! A brother or sister for Warren? (hint hint) I will get a new couch, maybe! Brian will turn 11 if you can believe that.
I hope all of you have had a good time today - looking back at 2008 and all of your accomplishments and looking forward to all the 2009 will bring your way.
Happy New Year!
I remember when it seemed that the passage of a year was a eon! not a blink of the eye as it seems to be now.
Looking back - 2008 was a year full of interesting events and excitement. Warren was born, Tara and Chris got engaged, we went on a fabulous vacation to Alberta with Brian. And that is just a sampling of the years events!
Looking forward to 2009 - Tara and Chris will get married! A brother or sister for Warren? (hint hint) I will get a new couch, maybe! Brian will turn 11 if you can believe that.
I hope all of you have had a good time today - looking back at 2008 and all of your accomplishments and looking forward to all the 2009 will bring your way.
Happy New Year!
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