A few months ago I told Slade that I would forever be happy on Buttercup, the smallest lift at Mt. Hood Meadows. Well, I am proud to announce I actually moved beyond that today! (I think deep down he knew that I would graduate to larger slopes so he gave me time and space and just let me do it on my own.) I still struggle with the toe side of things. And my right leg (and heel) definitely does way more work than my left (ouch!).
Now I know why people risk life and limb. Simply put, it's fun!
Saturday, March 14, 2009
Monday, March 9, 2009
Computer Skills
Slade and the kids went to see "Coraline" but I opted to stay home with my new B/F/F (Kennah has entered this abbreviation stage of life), my nifty, blazing-fast computer. I edited and posted 5 shoots today and was going to start burning back-up disks before moving on to some designing some other files.
That is, until my computer froze (and I am afraid, crashed.) AGH! This computer, with built-in back ups so I'd never loose anything again, did just that. And on my first official day of using it.
I feel like the Titanic, just when it hit the iceberg. All I want to do it get caught up. But it feels like I am sinking.
That is, until my computer froze (and I am afraid, crashed.) AGH! This computer, with built-in back ups so I'd never loose anything again, did just that. And on my first official day of using it.
I feel like the Titanic, just when it hit the iceberg. All I want to do it get caught up. But it feels like I am sinking.
the perfect day
It's snowing! I thought it was just a fluke as the kids left to catch the school bus this morning. But, the flakes have picked up.
Ahhh, it's the setting for my ideal day! The peacefulness of falling snow. The stillness of an empty house. The lack of any commitments anywhere but my desk. Whipping cream in the refrigerator for a toasty hot cocoa treat. And a new, super fast computer (with all my programs and prefernces loaded) that will help me get all caught up. It's everything this girl could ask for.
Excuse this "fair weather" blogger. I've got things to do and nowhere to go!
Ahhh, it's the setting for my ideal day! The peacefulness of falling snow. The stillness of an empty house. The lack of any commitments anywhere but my desk. Whipping cream in the refrigerator for a toasty hot cocoa treat. And a new, super fast computer (with all my programs and prefernces loaded) that will help me get all caught up. It's everything this girl could ask for.
Excuse this "fair weather" blogger. I've got things to do and nowhere to go!
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Princess' birthday
Families have their own "pet" names. (I don't mean it as in animal names--terms of endearment.) Babe, hun, dear, kiddos, etc. Some are new concoctions that develop as life unfolds. I call my girls, "Sweetie." Others are throwbacks to the old days. My mom called me, "Punkin."
Friday night as we sang "Happy Birthday" to Jenni, I heard a new name emerge. Dominic had been practicing a special version just for her. Every time we sang, "HBD to you," there was a quiet, but definite, "Princess" heard across the table.
I couldn't help but smile at the sweetness that this little boy feels his mother deserves princess status! What a lucky mom!
Friday night as we sang "Happy Birthday" to Jenni, I heard a new name emerge. Dominic had been practicing a special version just for her. Every time we sang, "HBD to you," there was a quiet, but definite, "Princess" heard across the table.
I couldn't help but smile at the sweetness that this little boy feels his mother deserves princess status! What a lucky mom!
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Saved? by the bell
At the beginning of the year I saw these bells advertised. Cute little bells on cute little ribbon. 
Their purpose? To "potty train" your dog. Every time Spock is taken outside, we repeat the exact phrase, "Outside. Ring the bells." And then give them a little jingle. "My dog was trained in one week!" the woman boasted.
I thought it was brilliant. A way for Spock to communicate with the kids to let them know he has to do his deed. We've had it two months. Never has Spock nudged it.
That is until last Saturday, when all the kids were outside and he desperately wanted to be with them. Slade and I were talking and we hear the very CLEAR sound of bells. We looked over and sure enough, Spock is standing at the door. He finally did it. And since he did, we felt obliged to take him outside.
And he's done it since then. Mulitple times a day. Yes, DAY--when I am home. I am now at the bekoned call of a little dog.
Talk about a plan backfiring!
Their purpose? To "potty train" your dog. Every time Spock is taken outside, we repeat the exact phrase, "Outside. Ring the bells." And then give them a little jingle. "My dog was trained in one week!" the woman boasted. I thought it was brilliant. A way for Spock to communicate with the kids to let them know he has to do his deed. We've had it two months. Never has Spock nudged it.
That is until last Saturday, when all the kids were outside and he desperately wanted to be with them. Slade and I were talking and we hear the very CLEAR sound of bells. We looked over and sure enough, Spock is standing at the door. He finally did it. And since he did, we felt obliged to take him outside.
And he's done it since then. Mulitple times a day. Yes, DAY--when I am home. I am now at the bekoned call of a little dog.
Talk about a plan backfiring!
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