tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-142201472011-12-25T14:49:59.220-06:00Everyone wants adventure. Every day has a little bit of adventure. I'm the huntress. These are my adventures...CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comBlogger801100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-80910369083865385552009-03-21T17:26:00.003-05:002009-03-21T18:27:11.207-05:00

So this week has been incredibly busy. And not just at work, which is unusual for me. This week included some brief business travel, meeting lots of new people, hanging out with some good friends and good food.So I started this week by going to the new church I've been attending for a while... I can't really bring myself to say "my new church". If I have talked to you recently, you probably

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-10082740871428067342009-02-15T22:33:00.005-06:002009-02-15T22:56:22.729-06:00

It is time for my first book review of 2009! I finished this book in January and it was great!The continuing story of Mr. Follett’s epic novel The Pillars of The Earth, World Without End proves itself a worthy sequel. Like the first, you experience large events across a sweeping landscape through the story of a few individual people. It almost leaves you breathless – you follow the compelling

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-32162793317754526362009-02-10T22:15:00.003-06:002009-02-15T23:11:55.881-06:00

It's not what you think...I have lived in the Dallas area most of my life. Years and years went by with no tornado warnings.In less than a year in Collin County I have taken cover in my bathtub 3 times. Three. Am I a dork who freaks out over storms? Yes.Thankfully, I and my apartment have made it through unscathed in each instance.I am now out of the bathtub and looking forward to a hopefully

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-33413415867085982982009-01-05T22:18:00.005-06:002009-02-15T23:08:25.158-06:00

Saturday I had a great time catching up with an old friend from childhood. I really don't think we're old enough to be old friends, though! She is in town from Connecticut and we met for dinner and then she came over to my apartment for a bit. We had a great time catching up and wondering why there were so many golf carts (seriously, one came by every five minutes).

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-3851275094476099112008-12-28T23:09:00.003-06:002008-12-28T23:25:34.741-06:00

I hope all of you have had a wonderful Christmas with your families, I know mine was great! May the celebration of the birth of our Saviour remind you that God makes all things new. "The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned..."For to us a child is born, to us a son is given,and the government will be on his

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-72698949987722289112008-12-28T22:52:00.004-06:002009-02-15T22:59:21.026-06:00

So I finally got around to updating my book list for 2008. My goal was 20 books and if I exceeded that, then 10,000 pages. I read 23 new books for a total of 9,141 pages; reread at least 4 and left 3 unfinished. Here are a few extra comments on the rereads and unfinished.Reread:Redeeming Love by Francine RiversThe story is so good at getting down to why we resist the love and salvation of God.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-8868026135937584032008-12-28T22:41:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.445-06:00

I got some chuckles out of this story of 4 women who bond over their love of shoes. This is actually a very nice story about the importance of female friendship and it is good without being preachy or sappy. Each of the four women struggle with a different issue and come together in reponse to an add online for a shoe trading club. The club initially offers each the escape from their daily

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-73670469572990789852008-12-28T22:38:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.445-06:00

This book is by a local author and set in Dallas, so it intrigued me on a trip to B&N. The heroine of this story is an assistant manager in a pizza joint who thinks her life is never going to change. However, she meets the members of The Hunt Club at a friend's wedding and they promise her the opportunity to find her dream (read handsome, rich and/or famous) man and guarantee they'll be able to

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-72101789523536489582008-12-28T22:36:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.446-06:00

I can't believe I picked a book out with this title from the library. This is a bit of a raunchy tale about a revolutionary era younger daughter coming of age in England after her mother dies and her father becomes burdened by excessive debt. Her older sister is the dutiful, plain daughter who marries money to pay her father's debts; however, she turns out to be vengeful, mean and unmerciful to

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-83436775860306411232008-12-28T22:34:00.002-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.446-06:00

Another extremely funny memoir from Jen Lancater. This one is mainly focused on life in the big city and further develops her start in writing. This one gets a little bit more on the silly side and shows how Jen can kind of get out of hand, but she always manages to learn a lesson or change a habit, and does so realistically. Another fave!Finished October 2008

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-78304571203004763882008-12-28T22:33:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.446-06:00

The original effort by this author, I didn't find it as funny as Such A Pretty Fat, but it was still a hoot all the same. This book is a memoir of the author's job hunt and decision to become a writer. I didn't identify with this one quite as much, but it was still worth reading. Jen Lancaster's style of witty observation (I especially enjoy the sidebar thoughts as footnotes included on almost

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-30311527121441818452008-12-28T22:31:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.447-06:00

This is the funniest book I've read in a long time, possibly ever. A memoir of the author's efforts at weight loss, it is a much more realistic picture of the thoughts and feelings of a person struggling with significant weight issues. But ultimately, it is just a very funny look at life in this day and age. Based in Chicago (the real Chicago, not the suburbs!), the lifestyle she describes isn't

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-12878202856139649662008-12-04T23:47:00.010-06:002009-02-15T23:11:36.987-06:00

I'm going to skip the apologies for not posting in a while and say I AM SO HAPPY IT'S CHRISTMASTIME!!!!Work has slowed down a tiny fraction of bit and I have been able to do some shopping and of course - decorate! I love Christmas and I love decorating, so my tree is up as well as many other things to make the season bright.I am also very proud of myself because I made a tree skirt for my tree. I

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-27280959666327040992008-10-06T22:25:00.002-05:002009-02-15T23:21:14.263-06:00

I've been really stressed about work lately - it's the busy season. I have the tendency to think and worry about work when I'm not at work, too - so I need a little perspective. God delivered some perspective tonight. After working late, I wanted to take a walk through a store to wind down so I go to my favorite store - Target. I walk around pick up a couple things and go to the register.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-55325445818951202612008-09-26T23:06:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:13:02.128-06:00

If you have been watching the news or internet lately, you are aware that Congress and President Bush are hammering out a ridiculously astronomical bill that will attempt to bailout the mortgage giants 'in trouble'. There are several alarming things proposed with this action, not the least of which is the $700 BILLION with a B price tag.I wasn't thinking a lot about this until I read this post:

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-80948385192038229952008-08-31T16:04:00.004-05:002009-02-15T23:05:27.158-06:00

This is one of Cook's performances in Dallas. Why did I not think of this sooner?! Anyway, I get particular enjoyment from the audience member singing along. :)

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-39569271664764840462008-08-26T21:53:00.005-05:002009-02-15T23:05:27.158-06:00

I went to the American Idol concert last night. It was pretty good... but I had to wait through all the rest of the top 10 to see my fave - DAVID COOK!!!! Very fun! I even purchased an insanely expensive t-shirt to mark the occasion. :)

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-84593286275844918242008-08-14T20:57:00.005-05:002009-02-15T23:12:51.734-06:00

The title of this blog is a quote from Dr. Horrible on the video you're about to view:This is act one... here's the link for the rest: http://www.hulu.com/dr-horribles-sing-along-blog

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-79553301238681541022008-07-26T01:35:00.001-05:002009-02-15T23:00:20.447-06:00

If you check out my book list at right, the links will direct you to my reviews of the respective books. Just in case you're interested. C

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-52219068293312149302008-07-25T21:43:00.004-05:002009-02-15T23:10:33.166-06:00

I have to say that the screen adaptation of Mamma Mia is not all its cracked up to be. The stage version of this musical is great - much better than the movie, especially since the people in it can actually sing, unlike Pierce Brosnan. Its very much a chick flick - all about love and marriage, etc. Just in case you women out there who are in relationship think you might get the significant

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-29279419094707572382008-07-20T19:29:00.005-05:002009-02-15T23:02:49.574-06:00

Okay, I have been a big fan of Batman Begins, but The Dark Knight tops it. It was so awesome! The best movie I've seen in a long time. It is very dark and scary - you should not take the kiddos - but it is a very, very good movie. Its themes and acting illustrate sound principles of good vs. evil. Evil doesn't play in this movie and that is why it is very dark; but the sense of humor throughout

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-92223917735010531722008-07-20T19:20:00.004-05:002009-02-15T23:11:28.230-06:00

This year for my birthday, my cofriendworkers made me my very own crossword puzzle!!! It was made up of all my responsibilities. Since I love crosswords and other word games, it was really special. They also filled up my cube with balloons and other decorations (our department does birthdays big). :)Thanks for the pics Gayle!!

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-2369792193768054272008-07-07T22:01:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:02:37.929-06:00

SPOILER ALERT!I would never have guessed tonight's outcome on the Bachelorette. I am much more a fan of Jesse than Jason, but seriously, I thought Jason had it in the bag... all sown up... a sure thing. But alas, I was wrong and Jesse won! Who would have thunk? :)I think this is evidence that for women it is all about how guys make us feel, not necessarily the external appearance. I would

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-81725689033079014132008-07-04T23:35:00.004-05:002009-02-15T23:09:35.930-06:00

"...and that this country shall have a new birth of freedom, and that this government, of the people, for the people, by the people, shall not perish from the Earth."Abraham Lincoln My cofriendworker and I were discussing how much we love the Fourth of July - everybody is outside, people are friendly, you eat good food, and the best thing, of course. is fireworks. Last night I watched one of the

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-62088903050144152912008-06-30T21:14:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:08:49.587-06:00

I couldn't find this commercial online, so you'll just have suffer with my description. The commercial for Chili's opens with a group of business people around a conference table and the guy on the phone says "Let me put you on hold". The hold music starts playing and the people all back up from the table, kick one chair out of the way and start walking around the table as the music is playing.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-67717640218727590722008-06-29T22:05:00.002-05:002009-02-15T23:12:38.358-06:00

I've been on 'vacation' this week and I have really enjoyed it. I didn't go out of town, just took the time to do some fun things I don't usually do.Monday was fun because I spent some time driving around Allen and learning a little bit about the community I'm living in now. It is a really fun little town. I went to the library and got a card and checked out a couple things and spent some time

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-50615361165724203572008-06-29T21:59:00.002-05:002008-06-29T22:03:24.831-05:00

Well, I 'upgraded' my template on blogger and my brother (who had accidentally moved my header) found my header, so the look is back to normal and slightly updated. Blogger has this new list feature - check out my new 2008 Book List on the right. Yep, updated and everything! I think this is very cool. :)

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-63813092725632115122008-06-16T21:58:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:12:10.707-06:00

This is a tag from Miss Gayle...8 Things I am passionate about:1. Family - my parents, brother and my awesome Christian heritage 2. Friends - good times! 3. Reading 4. Church 5. Decorating 6. Learning to live more healthfully (ok... passionate would be a strong word) 7. um... i'm out 8. 8 Things I want to do before I die:not necessarily in this order... 1. Travel to Europe 2. Write a book 3. Own

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-13742121747185033942008-06-06T23:29:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:07:24.370-06:00

I went to see Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull tonight. It was really fun and when I left the theater, I saw these random fireworks, so I pulled over and watched them. So fun! I really love fireworks. Its the little things that make me happy. It's the little things that make me realize that God is here and involved in my life. A coworker recently reminded me of this this week

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-39815955121660586932008-06-02T23:51:00.006-05:002009-02-15T23:05:27.158-06:00

It started with Benji on SYTYCD and now my latest minor obsession with a reality tv show contest winner is David Cook. In case you live under a rock, he won American Idol 2008. Here is my favorite performance - The Music of the Night.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-17904911162407545592008-06-02T23:49:00.001-05:002008-06-02T23:51:00.814-05:00

I just saw a commercial with the owner of a car dealership and I totally knew that guy from a previous church. Small World.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-86950155895491159992008-06-02T23:36:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:05:03.764-06:00

I don't know what it is, but I frequently get told by old people at church that I am 'so beautiful'. It's really sweet, but why old people and not hot guys? :) Last week a woman, (not really old, but my parents age) who knew me as a kid was visiting our church and when I went up to say hi, she said 'you are so beautiful!' over and over. Yesterday, an old man who I have to say is really creepy

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-29803959308828130502008-05-24T22:27:00.006-05:002009-02-15T23:11:14.536-06:00

Last week I went on a business trip to San Diego. It was beautiful and almost worth the 3 hour hike to get the ocean pictures. I was under the impression that it was a short walk from the hotel to the beach. I was wrong. In case, like me, you are unfamiliar with California topography/geography, there are cliffs between you and the beach in San Diego. Big cliffs - who knew? Anyway, not being the

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-5275000783052161912008-05-07T23:33:00.002-05:002009-02-15T23:00:20.447-06:00

My latest read is The Constant Princess by Philippa Gregory. I said I was going to read more of this author and it was worth it. This story is considerably shorter than The Other Boleyn Girl and would be a good read if you didn't like the intrique of TOBG.Again we go to 16th century England and the household of Henry VIII. This time we learn the story of Catarina, Infanta of Spain as she

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-47169339808791504112008-04-27T22:25:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:00:20.448-06:00

Yeah, I know the streak didn't last long. :) But I'm back, right?Friday night I finished The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory. It was good. I always like historical fiction just because I love history. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I'll probably rent it whenever it is released on DVD.The Other Boleyn Girl is set in 16th century England and centers around the rise and fall of King Henry

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-6071552033939016442008-04-18T00:02:00.001-05:002008-04-18T00:09:01.758-05:00

I just wanted to keep up my streak. :) It is now 4 posts in 4 days. :)can't really think of anything else to say... bye!

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-23697800503899708882008-04-16T23:10:00.003-05:002009-02-15T23:00:20.448-06:00

I decided to keep a book list this year and so I've added the books I've read so far to the section on the right... check it out. :)My goal is to read 20 books this year or 10,000 pages. To count toward the goal, the book has to be a classic or a minimum of 200 pages. Yes, I have rules. :)I'm also in a book club - very fun! Let me know what you recommend. I'm currently reading The Other Boleyn

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-55864165396809407072008-04-15T22:37:00.003-05:002008-04-15T22:51:01.480-05:00

I love getting my hair done. LOVE IT. It relaxes me, makes me feel beautiful. After work, I went to get my hair cut and colored - I now have red and blond highlights... yea!!!

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-22821841108916413292008-04-13T21:57:00.004-05:002009-02-15T23:23:00.725-06:00

This week has been a big one... storms, tornadoes... and I finally got cable and internet at my apartment. I haven't been watching tv since I moved since I couldn't get any reception. So, I finally bit the bullet and got cable. Wow... there's a world out there. :)I was watching the TV Guide channel today and they were showing clips from last week's American Idol Gives Back. I realize I'm humming

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-66197816335503727042008-01-27T21:00:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:24:06.677-06:00

I just want to take a second and say God is good. Way good. He has provided a new job, new friends (and more time with current ones), a new attitude, and - we'll see - a new apartment? Life was the toughest it has ever been for me last fall and PRAISE GOD that time is over. I'm working in Allen now and have met a great new coworker who is quickly becoming a great friend. Seriously one of those

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-14877772733364724892008-01-01T22:04:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.448-06:00

My latest read is Mansfield Park by Jane Austen. Very entertaining with a little more intrigue than the usual Austen. Her character of Fanny Price is perhaps the wisest and most moral of any of hers I've read so far. Fanny's reserve and introspection make me identify with her the most strongly of the Austen heroines and I hope I have the same good sense she does, although I doubt it. In this

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-73154038558130571842008-01-01T00:12:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.449-06:00

Not my most favorite of the Plum series, but still funny. Now Stephanie is wanted for kidnapping and murder! Oh dear. What will she do? Ranger will come to her rescue, of course! This story has more of the Morelli depending on Ranger to protect Stephanie crap that sort of started in Eleven On Top. It is annoying to me that Morelli seems to be a little bit of a minor character until the end.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-32062849753201399822008-01-01T00:11:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.449-06:00

Stephanie is back at bounty hunting and ends up helping Ranger out of a serious predicament - he's wanted for kidnapping and murder. We learn a lot about Ranger in this book and Stephanie tells Morelli she loves him. Also, none of Stephanie's cars get blown up - she has the mini cooper for the entire book. Favorite moment - Grandma in Sally Sweet's rock band with Lula. Can't beat an old lady

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-19592920960260719512008-01-01T00:10:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.449-06:00

In this installment, Stephanie tries unsuccessfully to quit bounty hunting. After several ill-fated attempts at other jobs, she ends up working for Ranger. Favorite moment - Lula vs. Mama Macaroni shoot out at the dry cleaners. Too FUNNY!!!

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-73119856849366330482008-01-01T00:09:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.450-06:00

The Stephanie Plum series always makes me laugh out loud! In this installment, Stephanie finds Ranger's previously top-secret apartment in an attempt to find a safe hideout while a gang has a contract out on her life. Grandma is in rare form in this one - helping Stephanie out with the FTA's. Fun times. 4 out of 5 stars.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-4993665193535777832008-01-01T00:08:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.450-06:00

A vampire trilogy recommended by Kelli. The story centers around the development of a 'Circle' of 6 people and their mission to defeat the evil vampire, Lilith. The six people travel across time and worlds, coming together in 21st century Ireland - and I want to live in their house. Its a 12th century castle updated with modern conveniences. Would that not be cool? Anyway, i'll go ahead and

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-52924430542019820322008-01-01T00:07:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.450-06:00

Easiest read of Jane Austen so far. I liked it, basically because I hadn't seen a movie of it, so I didn't know the story already. Austen's protagonist in this story is Catherine Morland, a young girl just entering society, so you see late eighteenth century society through her naive eyes. I strongly identified with this character as she navigates her social circle because I often feel I

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-24894511971062943962008-01-01T00:06:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.451-06:00

Shopaholic madness gets more ridiculous with two weddings planned by two wholly unsuspecting mothers; Luke finally has it out with his mother and goes into a depression… weird for a light book; finally they pull off two weddings in one day. Several laugh out loud moments, but we keep sliding down the slippery slope of outlandish ridiculosity. 3 out of 5 stars.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-5918632533581700822008-01-01T00:05:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.451-06:00

Shopaholic continues with a trip to Manhattan where we discover Becky hasn't fully kicked the shopping habit; relationship with Luke develops; Becky and Luke have business opportunities, but Becky's shopping almost undoes everything. We're starting to get ridiculous... 3 out of 5 stars.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-69585663393458565872008-01-01T00:04:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.451-06:00

Matchmaker, matchmaker… Emma, 'a single woman of good fortune' busies herself by matching her friend Harriet with… anyone. Along the disastrous way, she learns much about herself and finally finds contentment by being happily matched herself. Not a quick read, but a great story complete with Austen's usual insight into human behavior and society. 4 out of 5 stars.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-28895973478753802682008-01-01T00:02:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.452-06:00

Fictionalized account of the Civil War Battle of Franklin, TN through the eyes of several characters; mainly Carrie McGavock. Carrie was the real life mistress of the Carnton Plantation which became a field hospital during the battle and for months afterward. Carrie developed a private confederate cemetery on her own land and tended it to her death, gaining her the name "The Widow of the South".

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-56863104748277326582008-01-01T00:01:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.452-06:00

Story about a single girl in London working at a boring job; shopping is her obsession. There are some romantic run-ins, financial faux pas, culminating in a debt crisis and a lot of embarrassment. Ultimately, she triumphs after her job gets interesting and luck intervenes. Story takes a long time to develop, but is fun and is a quick read. Will enjoy the series, but will finish them too fast.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-87588773451809967942008-01-01T00:00:00.002-06:002009-02-15T23:00:20.452-06:00

Pillars of the Earth is historical fiction about the building of a cathedral in medieval England and France. Story begins by following Tom, the master builder and his family, but continues with the story of Father Phillip's extraordinary obsession with building a cathedral for God. It is an engaging story spanning several decades and giving a personal view of historical events and their effect on

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-77290257003001002262007-08-16T21:20:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:24:44.709-06:00

Okay, so the worst blogger ever adds pics. :) These are from my vacation in July visiting Becky in Nashville. Enjoy!Me @ 'Fort Nashborough'A bridge downtown Becky & Me on the bridgeMe @ President Polk's gravesite at the capitol (I'm related to him) Me in front of President Polk's ancestral home the Carnton Plantation - very cool - I want to live in a house like this someday. :)Grapes in the

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-46679636361576022982007-04-08T15:03:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:25:05.668-06:00

Check out the latest post on my brother's blog. He is a very talented man and you'll see a lot of his artwork on his blog, but today you'll find an eloquent post about what's really important to him. J. Randy Hayes' Sketch Portfolio: The Risen King

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-36290413536432271232007-04-08T14:14:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:25:21.768-06:00

Yes, Maggie is finally here - live and in person! She was born Monday, April 2nd. She is beautiful and sweet with LOTS of dark hair - so pretty! I will post pics later... It is very surreal that she is suddenly here on the outside. A tiny little person. A - Mazing.I am doing better on the blog thing - this is less than a month between posts! Progress.So my other friend Becky (not Maggie's

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-51801838038972575082007-03-11T21:19:00.000-05:002007-03-11T21:45:15.232-05:00

I don't think anyone is challenging my title as Worst Blogger Ever. After months between posts, I think I have the title pretty well in hand. :)The biggest thing to happen since the last blog is that I purchased a new vehicle. I am very proud of it and love driving it every day. I feel a lot more grown up in it. Weird.Work is busy, but some projects are behind me, so that feels good.I

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1167089226335476582006-12-25T17:05:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:25:46.419-06:00

Just wanted to put a hearty "Merry Christmas!!!" out there! I'm having a very merry Christmas... would be better if the Cowboys were winning... maybe they'll pull it out - it's only the 2nd quarter...My parents always put on a great Christmas. Lots of presents. Lots of yummy food. Too bad I have to go back to work tomorrow.Ok the 'Boys got a touchdown - great job Romo! Score is 10-7 Philly...

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1166250428744716802006-12-16T00:15:00.000-06:002009-02-15T23:25:46.419-06:00

To the tune of White Christmas:I'm dreaming of a pink-purple-polka-dotted ChristmasJust like the ones I never knewWhere the tree tops break offAnd children take offTo see tire tracks in the mudslush slush slushI'm dreaming of a pink-purple-polka-dotted ChristmasWith every birthday card I writeMay your days be gloomy and blueAnd may all your Christmases be pink-purple-polka-dotted too!Thanks to

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1165642826549975022006-12-08T22:18:00.001-06:002009-02-15T23:28:45.371-06:00

I should probably get the "Worst Blogger Ever" award. It has been forever since I posted anything! Yesterday, a coworker told me I seemed like one of those people who journals a lot. HA! Sooooo not me. At least I'm not disciplined about it anyway.Even though I don't regularly journal, I am a rather introspective person. Around this time of year I start thinking about the past year and evaluating

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1165637842075220042006-12-08T22:15:00.000-06:002006-12-08T22:17:22.090-06:00

My brother is an amazing artist and he just whipped up this little pic to use as a header on my blog. Sweet. I love it!

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1161752564585271142006-10-24T23:29:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:30:27.568-06:00

Sometimes God just makes cool things work out. I really want to call my friends right now, but it is late, so I'll just post on the blog.I am excited because God gave me the courage to talk to someone tonight that I just wouldn't normally. It's amazing what He does when I am willing to put forth even a little effort. Most times I barely talk to anyone and tonight I just took a little initiative

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1161664839591900302006-10-23T23:19:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:31:01.234-06:00

2 months without posting probably doesn't make me the worst blogger ever, but close. Life has been busy lately. I've started back to BSF and decided get more involved in church, so suddenly I have some new things in the routine. I really love being stage manager for Big Time - tons of fun backstage! I also really enjoy being in the nursery with the babies. Too cute! Worship ministry has kind

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1155823937450961802006-08-17T09:09:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:31:34.695-06:00

BENJI WON!!!! I always knew he would! Yea!!!!! If you don't know what I'm talking about, I don't know what you've been watching all summer, but check this out: www.fox.com/dance.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1155445064116433022006-08-12T23:40:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.077-06:00

Sometimes I worry about myself. We all forget little things here and there, but my latest little cognitive hiccup was a bit unsettling even for me.The other day I drove-thru at a popular fast-food establishment and ordered like the true drive-thru professional that I am. I pull forward to the first window and pay for my food like I've done way too many times. Then I drive right on past the

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1154918888170992112006-08-06T21:35:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.078-06:00

Apparently living in my apartment requires significant acrobatic skills or partial hearing loss. One of the smoke alarms started beeping at regular intervals alerting me to the fact that the battery is dead. How does it beep if the battery is dead? Why can't smoke alarms run on the electricity in the house? Somebody should get to the bottom of this.Fortunately, I had a new battery;

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1154751400849189402006-08-04T22:51:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.078-06:00

Most people who know me well know I do not like dogs. I debated about seeing the movie 'Must Love Dogs' because, well, it looked cheesy AND I don't love dogs. Anyway, today my boss decided to bring his puppy Josie into the office. She was a puppy, but now she's a more like a horse. She pants all the way down the hallway and the poor thing sounds like she is having a heart attack. While I'm

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1154309996536287112006-07-30T20:06:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:33:48.689-06:00

So I haven't written in a while... not much to say. Right now I'm watching one of my favorite movies of all time - You've Got Mail. It always makes me feel good. Right now I'm at the part where they're at the party and she realizes he's Joe Fox - her nemesis. Oh here she goes taking food off his plate and putting it back on the buffet. Classic. Nothing beats Tom & Meg.Last weekend I went to

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1152069324417698972006-07-04T21:00:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:35:29.141-06:00

Today is the Fourth of July, what we Americans celebrate as Independence Day. I have celebrated with coworkers watching fireworks last night, and had cookout hamburgers with the fam - you know, the usual 4th fare.Occasionally, a thought strikes this history buff "What if George Washington or the other founding fathers were to come back and visit today's United States?" What would they say, what

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1151540657771900822006-06-28T18:40:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:36:36.077-06:00

So I haven't posted in a while, but hey I've been busy! Not a good kind of busy, a work kind of busy. :(Over the last year or so, I've deliberately taken myself out of a place that kept me connected to a certain circle of aquaintances, so the many surface relationships that made up my human interaction have gone by the wayside. A year ago, I was busy with tons of activities that involved this

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1150423014108278812006-06-15T20:39:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:31:34.695-06:00

I know I can't. I want to be one of those people who can - who are so confident and beautiful throwing themselves around the floor. I'm watching this show on TV and I marvel at these people. Seriously.I make it a general rule NEVER to dance in public, but I always want to. I had a great time at a friend's wedding last year because I finally decided I just didn't care and danced anyway. I

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1150421192419149102006-06-15T20:22:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.079-06:00

yesterday I saw 6 Libertys; today I saw 7. I think driving a Liberty would make me cooler. :)

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1150244130614127292006-06-12T19:14:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.079-06:00

Today was my happy birthday from the coworkers. It is really nice when the people you work with remember your birthday. One of them even BAKED A CAKE. How cool is that? I honestly don’t remember the last time I had a homemade birthday cake (we’re not exactly culinary aficionados in my family).So I was in the back part of the office when I hear an urgent page:“Chrystal, please come to the

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1150147815564061012006-06-12T16:28:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.079-06:00

Five. At lunch I saw 5, yes FIVE Jeep Libertys. I obviously need one.

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1150063240154256312006-06-11T15:28:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:32:08.079-06:00

So today is my birthday and it began by sleeping in - always a good start to any birthday. Then my dad and I went to test drive cars, except no dealers were open. Yep, Chick-fil-A and Jeep dealers still honor the Sabbath. Anyway, we stopped at one dealer and looked at the Jeep Libertys and one was unlocked, so I got to look inside it (in case you were wondering, Libertys is a proper name in

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1149458388883807992006-06-04T16:08:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:37:52.508-06:00

I need one. I did take one mental health day last week, but it just didn't last long enough.Memorial Day was a fun adventure with two friends - we went to a small town outside the city and spent the afternoon shopping around the square. It was great, we all got a little something and one of my friends got some really cute stuff for her new house. So fun!There is something about just getting out

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1147997040334683902006-05-18T18:55:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:38:33.283-06:00

Spontaneous adventures are the best. Like when you're about to change clothes and you hear a knock on the door. So I redress and run to the door. Unexpected knocks always fill me with a little trepidation, but this time it was a fun surprise - my two best friends spontaneously at my door! After eating dinner with my other best friend (the four of us are quite a quartet), it just topped off my

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1147647884893293282006-05-14T17:05:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:39:47.005-06:00

Have you ever heard the expression "putting God in a box"? I've heard it millions of times, usually from people describing others' conservative views in contrast to their progressive attitude. This expression irks me primarily because of the condescension with which it is said, but also because of the glaring reality that WE ALL put God in a box. Our finite minds cannot fully grasp an infinite

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1147319803652627142006-05-10T22:34:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:40:19.413-06:00

Today wasn't much of an adventure. Just work. And more work. Hi-ho, hi-ho.Are any of you Gilmore fans? Admit it. You know who you are. My brother just said even he is testicularly brave enough to admit he likes it. Or should I say liked it. The season finale was ridiculous! What are they trying to do with Lorelai and Luke? It makes me crazy. Oh well, they made their money since I obviously

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14220147.post-1147144622166671072006-05-08T21:59:00.000-05:002009-02-15T23:41:19.117-06:00

So this is my inaugural post on my blog I don't remember setting up. I suppose I ought to jot down my adventures quick before I forget in my old age. Tonight the Monday night girls were talking about blogs and they were all talking about how my blog didn't have any posts. "What blog?" was my confused reply. So I'm borrowing my friend's computer to rectify the serious social blunder of an empty

CFHhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15906278894817824802noreply@blogger.com0