Life Comes With No Guarantees

It's been a month since I have written on here. I had a bit of a busy holiday break and getting back into school hasn't been as smooth as I had hoped. There are a million things I am wanting to tell you all. In a new year though, I don't want to just throw subjects out there at you.

I am working with a few of my friends to get this blog where I want it to be. A place for me to let off some creativity and give good information to you all. You might not learn much, but I do hope you read my blog with a sense of knowing that I want you to have an enjoyable time while at my blog. That is important to me.

Starting next week I hope to be more organized so I can return with certain goals in placed and a plan to accomplish them for you and for me.

I hope all of your holidays were amazing. Don't forget Valentine's Day is coming up! Show some love because the world needs more love!

Personal CG..

Everyone compares Chris to his mentor that he had growing up and Christian Grey. (His mentor is more like Christian Grey than Chris could be but anyhow.) The matter is true including that Chris is changing his ways in the desire for God and myself. He proved to be both himself and Christian Grey last night.

Yesterday in itself was wonderful. It was raining and I didn't have to go to work, therefor, I welcomed the rain on my windows. I slept much later and snuggled under the covers where it was becoming warmer. I knew I had to go meet my dad for lunch, but I wanted to stay all warm and cozy.

I eventually did get up and get ready. I picked up daddy and dropped off Jonah at Viv's house and drove on to Chili's. Dad and I were talking about Christmas and Jackjack when the smell of Ralph Lauren's Polo Cologne 2 hit my nose. There Chris was standing behind me and smiling at my dad. My dad turns to worse putty than I do. Chris sat down with us and ordered. We talked about getting our houses ready for Jackjack, for my grandmother to come stay with us, and Christmas.

They left together (after Chris paid) and I was left fuming. Not because they left together, but because this was suppose to be my treat for dad. Dad was laughing of course (didn't help my mood) and said "Wow I have kids fighting over who is going to feed me." I really hope some people don't take offense to this, but since my stepmom's passing my dad has been back to being happy and calm. He carved Jackjack a boat with the arthritis in his hands even!

I went about decorating at home after picking up a few things at Target. I spent the majority of the rest of the day making sure things were decorated for Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Jackjack! I had to install the baby doors again. I assembled Jackjack's play pen. The entire I'm thinking about going ice skating and going to get something to eat in Huntsville....

Oh did my boyfriend have something else in mind. You know earlier I was discussing how he was like Christian Grey? Oh he is. He drove me to the airport instead of the skating rink and he flew us from Huntsville to Tuscaloosa. We spent the night with a driver in Tuscaloosa. We went to Outback, Walmart, the  University Mall, and the Cracker Barrel. It was fun and crazy. We finished up the night flying back to Huntsville and spent the night decorating his place.

Today I spent day thinking about all that and getting ready for Girls Night In and my dermatologist appointment. It's been crazy for me lately. That's why the blogs are post dated. I've been living a little bit. Well I will update ever one more on Friday. The other posts will be out by then. You can look forward to posts about homemade meatloaf (Chris' recipe), a mini update, how I stay organized, and tithing! So stay alert for updates!

Mixed Emotions

I'm really confused right now with everything going on. I know God has plan and purpose for everything. I just need a little bit of guidance on how to handle everything and what should I do first.

So last week was a wonderful trip to Disney World. I came in the top 25 runners of the Tower of Terror 10 miler. It felt great during the race. However, it was so humid during it that it felt like I was breathing oven air. I was a nice sweaty mess afterwards. I washed off with wet wipes and stuck my head under a sink faucet and put foam mousse into it and then put my hair under the hand dryer (Disney beauty at it's finest.) We stayed in the park until at least 4 in the morning because it was opened to those of us who ran 10 miles and our family and friends.

The trip really was wonderful. Yeah it rained and it was extremely humid, but we were able to look beyond that. We did a lot of shopping and shows that I know I had never really explored before and I've been there several times in my life. (I'll be honest. I did more shopping this time because I was desperate for some air conditioning.) Chris and I danced in the rain. I spent long hours in the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. I still never get bored there. I am almost finished my collection of wands. To me a trip to Orlando is not complete without a stop at WWoHP!

When we came home I knew I had school work to do. I did manage to remember my Google course that was due on the 10th. I did a review on the class HERE. I did get to take a survey on the class today. I cannot wait to get my certification from Google. For me it means more knowledge and I really love that.

Now for the part of the blog that has me upset. I got a message around 9 on Monday night from my dad. "You need to get to Memphis as fast as you can." My blood went cold and one thing came to mind; Jackjack. I packed two days worth of clothes in a bag and left immediately. I drove all night. I cut corners getting there as fast as I could. I'll admit I was speeding. I know at one point I was literally going 90 mph. I went to the hospital only to find Jackjack fine and my oldest brother sitting there. He looked sort of ashen to me when he turned to me and told me to go to the hospital.

I was so scared it was dad. Let me make it clear that for most people my age my dad is like a grandfather agewise. I pulled in and I come face to face with my other brothers. I really start to panic because I know it has to be severe for them to come out of their shells. Job looked at me and said, "She's gone." I stared at him. And may God forgive me for thinking this but my mind flashed with "Oh my God. She killed dad and took his money." I was afraid that dad was telling me to get there because he knew she was about to kill him.

However, I heard dad's voice, but then what was Job talking about. Dad was asking for me. I went to him and he had tears in his eyes. It finally dawned on me. My stepmom hadn't just left this time. She had taken the last resort to get away from everything. Dad hugged me for a long time. He asked me had I talked to Viv who is my stepsister, who is pregnant. I hadn't and I really didn't want to be the one to tell her that her mother was gone.

Everything the next day was a blur for me. I was stunned. My mind kept going to Jackjack, Jonah, John, Jacob, and Viv. What does it take for a mother to not want to raise her children or see her grandchild? It has bothered me all along. It has hit my immediate family, for the most part, hard. My oldest brothers never really had anything to do for her and they wouldn't even go to the funeral so they are staying with Jackjack. The funeral is in Paris, where she was from growing up.

I am in Paris as I write the last part of this blog. We are in a nice hotel because Lance (Viv's husband) said that we would spend the rest of the time here at his house, but he wanted to stay in a hotel for now. I had no problem with staying in a hotel for the night. Chris, of course, hide me a surprise in my luggage. I have a new novel  and journal. That man never stops amazing me and I love him more everything day.

I leave you all for now.

Yippee!

Hey Sorry for lack of updates once again. Life is weighing in on me. I have had a major headache for the last two weeks that finally eased up night before last. I'm hoping to get caught up the day of the race. I'll be conditioning that day but will have some down time to get some rest that night.

Jackjack is doing good. He is still getting slightly sick from the chemo, otherwise though he is good and responding well. My stepmom had a family emergency (trust me I know..) and my dad is with Jackjack right now while she is in Paris but my older brother and cousin is helping my dad.

Tumblr will be updated throughout my vacation because one of my best friends is stepping up to the plate to take on that challenge of my Tubmlr. She is the one the interview was with this past Friday. 

I hope all of you have a good week and I promise pictures and updates during the week!

Bien Amicalement
Odette

Shed What was Left of Our Summer Skin

Miss Who (that's me) is decorating her classroom today and ditching the summer things. I have a huge tote containing autumn things that is just busting to get out. I'm one of those people that if you tell me the fall and winter depress you I look at you in disgust. Trust me this is the time of the year that I love and I blossom during it. Unlike summer time when I come in to hide from bugs and the summer heat. You find me out a lot more and even taking more evening strolls. I love the colors. I love winter and fall colors.

Today is the 13th and I meant to get on here on the 11th but with just getting back from Disney, cleaning, work, and school. That just didn't happen with how busy I was that day. Rest assured that day has major meaning for me that day as well. Even if America did verbal attack the French community after that. I remember sitting at the table and father calling us into the living room to watch what was happening. I am still in amazement about that. I do not care what conspiracies are brought forth that is still sad what happened to those poor people trapped in those buildings. I do not think I will ever forget that.

Speaking of French, my cousin is moving in with for a little while. So my accent has returned times 10 and I'm using outlandish phrases that Americans very rarely use. She has recently been let go of her job and is looking for something more challenging anyhow. She has had a few minor setbacks, but she has gotten through them. It's been interesting having her around to talk about things and share things. It is not a permanent set up with her living with me. She wants her own space. She is, however, moving to Huntsville.

School is going great. I'm slightly worried about the work I will miss while going to Disney but I think I can pull it off and not worry about it. I like the atmosphere of our college. It is no where near as uniformed like the University of Alabama, but I am still prideful. I haven't exactly gotten used to the colors yet but I'm warming up to them. I love all of my classes except one and I find it very boring and useless. I have been using Microsoft Word for over 10 years and yet I'm having to learn how to save a Document and close Word? That's the only let down. On the upside I have classes that I love as well. My procedures class is amazing. I love the learning and templates we are acquiring from that class. As for my electronic booking class, I adore it! However, I do not adore the timing of the class. The professor is incredibly sweet and understanding.

Chris and I got our questions for counseling and we have went over them. It has been very interesting some of the questions. We have found out so much about each other on so many different levels. Questions have been asked that I never would have thought about because of their complexity. So it is not only beneficial; it is also very fun and interesting.

So Tell Me What You Want What You Really Really Want

I hope everyone enjoyed the interview with christian rapper, Vherbal yesterday. That was a privilege for me to get to do that interview. I tried to keep it very professional even though he is a family friend. He is a great guy that will help and support anyone as long as they do the same thing in return. So be sure to keep following him.

So we are in Dallas, Texas for the football game. Interesting time getting over here that's for sure with all of us and only two RVs. We are about to leave but I thought I would take today and ask what kinds of blogs for the future you would want to see. It's critical to me to know what kinds of things you want to read about on here.

I'm in the process of updating the pages for this blog. And new ways for you to be able to read my blog.

Also for those of you who are just having a bad time or want me to pray for someone do not hesitate to click the Hogwarts Owl and email me. I am the ONLY person that even looks at my email. So everything will be kept confidential. Or if you want to message me on Facebook, just click the message button on Facebook.

Happy Saturday....... and I'm sorry but ROLL TIDE!

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Quick and Short

So I am still healing from surgery this past Sunday. I wasn't allowed back at work for the rest of the week afraid I would strain myself. Next week is just some gentle walking and some yoga and light duty at work. I have a plan for the rest of the week.

Today I printed out a blog planner for me to match up with my regular planner. This way I get an idea of what other bloggers use and create my own. So this way I'm way more organized than what I am now. I have two notebooks that I have stuff wrote down in. I even downloaded and printed a sheet that is for brain storming. I am really hoping this helps me become more organized with blog writing.

In the midst of me printing and searching for blog I came across cleaning lists. Lists for each room. My townhouse could use a good scrub down so I have a feeling after I finish up tomorrow's religious post I will be cleaning. I do not mind cleaning at all. I think while I do that I will update the Products I Use with the cleaning supplies on it. I have been meaning to update those lists anyhow.

I also plan on detoxing my body come Saturday. I have been gathering information on that all day. I am quite excited about getting rid of all of the bad things in my body. I feel sluggish and I want to feel a lot better. Chris and a friend are going to help me in some areas. I think it will also help me relieve stress before school starts back.

Speaking of school it starts back for me this coming Wednesday. Am I ready? As ready as I can be. I'm nervous because last time I was in Tuscaloosa and living in a dorm. Now I'm on my own in Huntsville living in a townhouse. It is a new beginning for me.

Sunday will also mark my first Sunday school lesson. I wasn't able to make it last Sunday which totally bummed me out. Ironically my first lesson is on Harry Potter. Yep, Harry Potter. It's on growing up the right way. I think they will enjoy it. I know I enjoyed preparing it. But I love everything Harry Potter.

I want to stress this: I want your opinions. Right now I am taking opinions based on the posts that are viewed the most. I need feedback. I am thinking of doing a contest or a giveaway. More to come on that subject. I have been making changing to the blog itself and the Facebook page. You can check out the new apps on the Facebook page.

I hope all of you are having a good Thursday.

Hakuna Matata

Soooo I will soon be adding countdown to my Disney Trips because I am so stoked. Yes I said stoked.  I have sooo much to do before then as well. I have already lined up people to watch my pets instead of me putting them in the pet hotel thank goodness because that is extremely expensive!

Quick updates:

• Yes the blog does have ads now. It was a personal decision by me. I saw an opportunity and I went for it. I personally think they will help the blog along. 
• I also decided that it was taking forever to load the Products I use Page so I broke them into three categories and will be fixing the links any old posts that hold the old link.
• Two of my favorite people in the world are starting to blog this weekend. One has had a blog for a while but she is revamping her style and concepts. The other is a side you all have been dying to hear from on some of my subjects. Chris, himself, will be blogging from now on.

So anyhow back to today's post... Our Night of Joy concert is less than 35 days away and I'm still shocked at the room we got. The Art of Animation is where we decided to stay since it's going to be 2 guys and me (yes I know totally weird but let me finish.) The Art of Animation feature family style rooms. Meaning two bedrooms (kinda but there are 3 beds!), 2 bathrooms, a kitchenette, and a living room area. 

The themes to the rooms are Lion King, Cars, and Nemo. We all voted  against the Nemo room, and so that left us with Cars (which Chris was rooting for) or Lion King (which Frankie was rooting for). I personally didn't care as long as it wasn't finding Nemo. I find that movie annoying for some reason. Maybe it's because the guy behind me in Calculus II in high school kept poking my butt and going "Look at me I'm going to touch the butt."

At any rate, we got a new fixing to be release Lion King room. (They are being opened to the public August 10, 2012.) Frankie is really excited which makes me happy because I don't think he gets excited about much. Trust me though we have a slight argument over the sleeping arrangements. I think Frankie should get the room with with a door, however, the brothers have teamed up against me. I finally caved and just going along with it because Frankie said he doesn't want to stress over. So he will have the let down bed and Chris will have the couch bed. 

We also decided to do a plain dining plan which is just a table service, counter service and snack credit. We decided on Ohana for breakfast on Saturday and on lunch at Sci-Fi and breakfast again on Sunday Norway with the Princesses. I think it will be a great trip for us all. 

Ohana

Sci Fi Drive- Thru

Akershus Breakfast

The places to eat are enough to make me excited. Though, I guess I am most excited about is getting Frankie away for a few days. I know its a little drastic, but he has stared at the same 4 walls. I'm not talking about the rest of us who have homes and sit in our bedrooms. I'm talking about for the past 6 years 85% of the time he has been in a bed staring at 4 walls.

So I'm really excited about letting him have some fun. Just something to help forget that he has a disease that has no cure. I want him to have a good life. I barely know him yet he has been a great friend and has told me some secrets about Chris which amuse me. I just think he deserves some free time. 

I'm super excited though between the room, concert, and places to eat it's going to be so much fun. Well anyhow, enjoy your Saturdays!