Cady & Mazy

I would like to introduce you to (in case you have not already met either of them) my two babies. Cady is our loveable Jack Russell Terrier, she is 2 1/2 years old and thinks that she is the size of a Rotweiller or something of that size. She is actually about 17 pounds and is the protector of the house.

And this little cutie is Mazy. Mazy is our almost 6 month old Miniature Daschaund. She is Cady's shadow as well as her echo. Whenever Cady barks, Mazy tends to repeat the bark. It is almost like a monkey see monkey do thing with these two. They are wonderful, I would have more puppies if the hubby would let me. Mazy is very friendly, she loves to pounce on her sister and love on her Mommy and Daddy.

Aren't they adorable???

Things...just things

I am just sitting here thinking about all of the things around me that have changed. Changed in a way that make you wonder what in the world is going on around me. My job is stable but one of the major companies that is our major customer is laying people off. Things have not slowed down for us but it is in the near future as far as I can see. I am worried that this could affect my job. I feel like it is necessary to save every bit of money that we have so that if something does happen that we will be okay. But who am I kidding, we would not be okay. We would be going from two incomes to one and I know there is unemployment but it is not much compared to my salary.

I am tossing around the idea of getting a second job. We have several convenience stores that I could get a part time job at. I have come to the conclusion that this is what happens when one gets too comfortable with their life and the things around them. I guess I am just a worry wort but this blog is just what I need to get things off of my chest.

Have a nice day!

New Layout

As I am sure you can tell, I changed my layout. I love frogs and this was the only one that I could find but this one is for little boys. I guess that since I have a son that this one is appropriate yet cute enough for my blog. I don't really have much to post today I just wanted to update my blog and wish everyone a wonderful Tuesday!

Have a great day!

Update...Two Left Feet!

Just to let everyone know...

The two right shoes were not at Sears when I went to return the second pair that I bought. I wore them for one day and they hurt my feet so bad that I could barely walk after taking them off. The old bitty at the register asked me what was wrong and I told her that I wore them for one day and they hurt my feet really bad. You thought the last one was funny...wait until you see the dialogue of this one.

Me: I need to return these because they hurt my feet.

Bitty: When did you buy them?

Me: The day before yesterday.

Bitty: Did you try them on before you bought them?

Me: Yes, but they did not hurt until I wore them all day.

Bitty: They look like they have been worn for weeks.

Me: Seriously, are we really having this conversation? Look lady, I bought a pair of shoes three days ago only to find out that it contained two right shoes. Now I am standing here telling you that the new style of shoes that I got hurt my feet. Is there a problem returning these or do I need to talk to a manager?

Bitty: Give me a penny and I will give you $46.00 back.


On a bright note to everyone reading this. I went to Sam's Club this weekend and got the same style of shoes that I had two right feet of and bought TWO (yes, two pairs) pairs of them for $24.00 each. I am on cloud nine...or one could say that I am gellin. :)

Happy Thursday!!

I am feeling good!

Today is a good day. It is Thursday, one more day in the work week to go. I am spending the entire weekend cleaning, I can not wait to have a sparkling clean house. Yeah!!

We are having special treats tomorrow at work to help celebrate Valentine's Day. I know it may sound a bit corny but when you work in a warehouse full of men, they tend to appreciate the gesture and in turn are more than willing to help you out when needed. Pretty much it is a win/win situation. In honor of Valentine's Day, tomorrow is going to be a day of treats...the three of us are making sweet treats to bring in. I guess I am going to have to hit the gym hard next week. If I walk to the gym, workout, and then walk home I may burn off the calories that I am going to consume tomorrow...let's face it, I am driving to the gym...I am not fooling anyone!

I got good news the other day that Suz and Ron will be coming home next month for a short visit. They have some business to take care of in Ohio and then onto PA. I have even offered to drive to Ohio just so I can see them. I am hoping that they would be able to bring the kids up with them as I have not seen them since right before Halloween and I miss them. I can not wait to see all of them. This Texas/PA thing is going to kill me!!!

I am planning a special Valentine's Day dinner for my hubby and Zman. I am hoping to cook crab legs for them as they both love them. I am going to make some brownies and cut them out in heart shapes, frost them, and decorate them. I am sure that they will love both the crab legs and the brownies. We are making Valentine's Day cards for each other this year, I am trying to justify the amount of money that we spent on the Cricut machine. It seems to be working because even my husband likes using it to make things for me. I find it seems to mean so much more when the gift and card are homemade.

I hope everyone has a great weekend and a wonderful Valentine's Day (should you choose to celebrate).

Two Left Feet?!?!?

I believe that after this weekend I should rename my blog from "Life's Twist & Turns" to "You Are Not Going To Believe This". Correct me if I am wrong but I believe the saying when you can not dance is that you have two left feet. In an effort to make my life a little more comfortable I decided that I was going to buy myself a new pair of sneakers. I wanted to go with something different than I am used to buying but who am I kidding. I am 36 years old, I am not getting any younger and let's face it...I am going for comfort and the ones that I normally wear are comfortable. There is no breaking in period, I can put them on and away I go...no problem.

On Sunday this was no different. I walked into Sears, looked at the shoes and was pleasantly surprised to see that the shoes that I normally wear had been improved and were on sale. Woohoo! My usual $45 sneakers were on sale for $29. The bonus feature on these were the fact that I was getting a newer version with a little more comfort than I am used to. I was living the high life, I tried one of them on and marched my butt to the cash register to pay and get the heck out of there before I decided to buy anything else. Some would say that I have a major shoe obsession.

I awoke this morning, sprang out of bed in preparation for my first day with my new shoes. I rushed to take all of the paper that is normally stuck clear up in the toes beyond where most normal sized fingers are not able to reach out and fixed the laces so that I could tie them without having one lace longer than the other (another pet peeve of mine...noticing a trend here?). I hurried to get dressed and ran out into the kitchen to put on my shoes when I noticed something very, very wrong. I had two right shoes. Two right shoes? Somewhere in this horrible metropolis of Erie, someone has two left shoes and did not notice.
After the Hubby's doctor appointment today, we went to the mall to exchange the shoes. Here is how the conversation with the cashier went.

Me: I bought these shoes yesterday and I realized this morning that I have two right shoes.

Cashier: Let me get someone from shoes to help you.
**Shoe cashier comes over and asks me what the problem is, so I go through the issue at hand again.

Shoe Cashier: Let me check to see if I can find the left shoes for you. Do these fit?

Me: Oh they fit, I just can not wear two shoes on the same foot at the same time.

Shoe Cashier: Is there anything else wrong with them?

Me: Is that not enough?

Shoe Cashier: Would you like to return them or would you like us to order you a left shoe?

Me: Are you serious?

Shoe Cashier: Yes, if you want you could hold onto these and if they are available online we could order you another pair.

Me: But what would I do with the two right shoes?

Shoe Cashier: You could return them once you got the ones from online.

Me: What would I do with two right shoes in the meantime?

Shoe Cashier: You could return them and we will refund your money.

Me: Why don't I just return these ones, you give me my money back, and I get a different pair of shoes.

Shoe Cashier: We can do that, do you have your receipt?

What she does next absolutely baffled me. She makes out a slip, sticks it into the register and prints something on it, and then gives me my refund. I look down at the slip that she printed out on the register and it said and I quote.

"Clearance $9.99-Reason: Two right shoes"

Yep that is correct, they are going to try to sell these shoes again as two right shoes. Unfreaking believable!!I sure hope the person who has two left shoes is going to see this. Hopefully they will take advantage of the great deal that Sears is offering on two right shoes. I on the other hand am taking advantage of trying a new shoe and yes, I made sure that this box contained both a left and a right shoe which were not only the same style but the same size.

I am going to enlist the help of a hidden video camera to catch the not so "common" sense that people have these days. Perhaps with the help of some television producers I may be onto something here.

Happy Monday!!!

We...Wii???

Yep, that is correct...we bought a Wii. I can not wait to try it out. We (I love the fact that we and Wii are used so many times) got it home and were very eager to get it out of the box and start Wii-ing (LOL...way too funny!) only to find out that we need to charge the controllers. UGH! Maybe tomorrow night we can Wii.

Wish us luck!

Remembering

As I sit here and think about Suz and how much I wish there was something I could do to help her I can not help but think about my Grandpa Vic, Grandma Norma, and my nephews. I miss them all so much.

My Grandpa Vic was such a caring man. He would always put a smile on his face when his grand kids would walk through his door. He would always have time for the kids. You could tell by the look on his face that he truly loved his family. As I sit here today I know that his looking down on all of us and he is proud of each and every one of us. His one true wish was for all of his children to get along so that every one could be together and be happy. Well I am sorry to say that he did not get his wish but I hope that he is at peace knowing that there is not a day that goes by when I don't think of him and the wonderful memories that I have of him.

My Grandma Norma, well I can not even put into words what a wonderful woman she was. She was such a vibrant and caring person. I can not think of a more caring person. My Grandma would give her last dime, the shirt on her back, and the last breathe she had for someone if they needed it...no questions asked. I am in many ways like my Grandma. I love to cook, care for my family, and help anyone that may need it. She definitely made her mark on this world. She has touched so many lives and when I am gone I want people to remember me the way they remember my Grandma. I love you Grandma...until we meet again, please continue to watch over me and guide me.

My nephew Tommy...well at only a little over two months old you not only left your mark on the people who loved you, you changed so many lives in the process. I wish you were here. I can not help but wonder what you would look like. How tall you would be, would you like sports, would you annoy your sister, or would you be your Dad's sidekick...these are all the things that I think about daily. I say a prayer each day that you watch over your Daddy and sister, help to guide them through each day, and send your angel kisses our way. I love you Tommy!

Precious Cooper, you were not only a dream come true for your Mommy and Daddy but a gift from God that was taken from us by those who were enlisted to bring you into this world without fail. I know that you are with Tommy, Grandma Norma, and Grandpa Vic...I am sure that Grandpa is bouncing you on his knee, Grandma is making you cookies, and Tommy is showing you the ropes of being a little boy. Please keep watching over your Mommy and Daddy. If you could do everyone a favor I would appreciate it. I want you to whisper in God's ear and let him know just how much a brother or a sister would make your Mommy and Daddy happy. Please let him know that they deserve to have that joy and happiness in their life.

Okay...I am sure that someone reading this may think that I have fallen off of my rocker but isn't that what these blogs are all about? Aren't we supposed to be able to write out feelings and thoughts without prejudice? This is what I am and this is what this blog is about...me and my life.