Earth Hour

Tonight is Lights Out Night for Earth Hour, it is happening at 8:30 p.m. This has become a annual event where millions of people in cities around the world will use the simple act of turning off the lights for one hour to deliver a powerful message about the need for action on global warming.

My house tonight will be in the dark for an hour. Well that is not entirely true... nobody is going to be home tonight so when I left I made sure to leave all of my lights off, even my exterior lighting. So really for my house it will be a Lights Out Day. At home we are pretty consciences to make sure that we don't leave lights on when we don't need them. Not for the reason of Global Warming (that thought really doesn't cross my mind), but just for the sake of not wasting money. Why leave the lights, TV's, Computers on if you are not using them?

So I just wanted give everyone the reminder in case they forgot, because I know last year I forgot. Lets see how much energy we can save!

Chloe

Well I took Chloe to the Vet yesterday hopeful that I would see Puppies on the ultrasound, but there weren't any to be seen. I kinda had a haunting feeling that "it" didn't take, but was really wishing that it would have.

Of course not knowing the she was pregnant or not I was analyzing her every action and thinking humm. I even convinced myself that she looked pregnant. Haha, oh well maybe next time.

Maybe next time it will be just in time for some Christmas Puppies!!

Jenica's Birthday

Today one of my best and oldest friends Birthdays.

Jenica and I have been friends for 23 years, I hope that doesn't age us, we were really little, really we were. Her and my Sister (Brooke) started playing in our neighborhood and shortly after I come running home to tell on Brooke for going in a "strangers" house. My Mom went running up the road to find Brooke and Jenica eating popcorn. Brooke said it's not a stranger’s house it's Jenica's, yes the same girl she met only minutes before.

I'm sure that this story is going to come up during speeches at Jenica's upcoming Wedding in June. But I'm pretty sure that it won't be me saying it (I'm not much of a public speaker). Brooke and I are sharing the title of Matron's of Honor for Jenica and I'm sure in the up coming weeks I will have more to tell you about her Wedding.

Well today Jenica is turning..... haha you thought I was going to say it didn't you. No I won't do that but you already know how long we have been friends so I'm sure you can kind of figure it out.

Here is a picture of Jenica, modeling the clothes ect. that we got her for her Birthday (previous Birthday).

Wishing you a wonderful day Jenica, Love you!!



I'm leaving my office early today to take Chloe for her Ultrasound, so I will be back with the results later. Puppies or No Puppies.... can't wait to find out.

Happy Anniversary!!

Today is my parents 30th Wedding Anniversary!! I remember it to be not that long ago that Brooke and I were orchestrating the biggest Surprise 25th Anniversary Party, fun times.

So much has changed since then, both Brooke and I are now Married, and my Parents now have 2 Son In-Laws (which I'm sure my Dad is very happy about having some Men around to do outdoor man stuff, haha), and now my Parents also have their first Grandchild Georgia.

This morning I sneaked into there house before they woke, left a bouquet of flowers & a card for them explaining tonight's evening out that we (Brooke & I) have planned out for the two of them.

I'm sure we would not be the same without the love and inspiration they provide to our whole family!!!

Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad!!!

Love you

xoxo

Bootcamp...

Wowsers, that was intense!! Well for my first exercise experience I guess was overall a good outcome, but it was mighty COLD .5 degrees, and Bootcamp is outdoors. It was a lot of me trying to breath while feeling like I had a hole in my chest. So far I’m not sore, but I hear the next day is worse than the first.

I’m on the fence if Bootcamp is a good fit for me, I think I’m more of a go at your own pace, catch your breath kind of exerciser. Look at me, yesterday I had no exercise experience, and today I’m analysing my exercise style, haha!

Maybe I should try swimming... I use to swim many years ago, and loved it so I should give that a shot again, maybe on Thursday (yes that is the next day of my panned Bootcamp), looks like I’m flaking out on Bootcamp already.

Until next time.... *N

Lent

Lent, What is it?, Do you Observe Lent?

"Lent, period of fasting, penitence, and self-denial traditionally observed by
Christians in preparation for Easter. The date of Lent varies each year according to the date of Easter.

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, six and a half weeks before Easter. Among many Christians today, Lent is a time for doing penance by praying, studying the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, refraining from sin, and giving time or money to charities. Many give up something pleasurable during Lent, such as television, a favourite food, coffee, alcohol, or dining out."

This is my first time, and so far so good. If you know me I love my Junk Food & Candy (especially Chocolate, and Sours) Mmmmm!! I was thinking of restricting my intake of these kind of foods, maybe going on a Diet of some sort, but knew that it wouldn't last that long (just the same way I don't do resolutions; refer to prior posting), so what would really be the point if I stoped eating Junk Food for 1 week. So with Lent upcoming I figured that it would be a great opportunity to give up my Junk Food for a higher reason, and also have a tangible end to it.

I’m shocking everyone when I pass up the "Office Donuts", Deserts and Chocolates, but I’m feeling good!! I didn’t really think about all the Junk Food I ate before, but I’m sure realizing now how often I would really easily choose the it.



The second part of my Lent Diet, is EXERCISE. Once again, this is not in my department. I have never worked out, done Yoga or anything that is associated with exercise. Why, because I’m just plain lazy, not a work out kinda person. Well that is all going to change, as of tomorrow I’m starting Bootcamp!! I’m sure you are all familiar with Bootcamp, probably most of you have done some sort of Bootcamp. Well I don’t know what I’m really getting myself into but looks like I will be finding out very shortly. I will keep you posted!!

Over the weekend I did a little shopping in the US in preparation for my Bootcamp debut. I got myself a workout wardrobe and some really comfy runners. See:

I’m hopefully thinking that I will want to stick with this Bootcamp thing since I’ve invested a few dollars in it. (I know probably not the best way to do it but I have to convince myself some way or another).

I will be back tomorrow with a review of my first day of Bootcamp, that is if I make it home!!

I'm so nervous!!!!

Chloe....and maybe..... Puppies!!!

If everything works out as planned hopefully we will have some puppies in just under 9 weeks. I know I'm "counting my chicks before they hatch" as we won't know if there are any puppies yet, but I can't help but get my hopes up.

We have been debating Breeding Chloe for quite a while and (after researching, speaking to Breeders with loads of experience, and planning) have decided that now is the best time. It is a learning process for both Rich and I, but we have committed to it now, and I am excited (and nervous, but mostly excited)!! We won't know for sure if she is pregnant for another 3 weeks, but hopefully come Mid-April we should have English Bulldog Puppies... they really are the cutest puppies. I know all puppies are cute but take a look for yourself..... Sooooo Cute!!

(Chloe & her Siblings; She is the cute white one on the right)

This is Chloe last summer; sleeping in the sun!
This is the little man Mo-Joe

From what I have learned about Breeding so far it's all about the bloodlines. Other than making some really cute puppies they will also have 32 Champions in their bloodline, so will be of very good quality.

I will keep you posted on any news and what is to come.

Happy Birthday!!!

Today is Brookes Birthday, let the celebrating begin!

Were doing lunch with our Girlfriends today and enjoying an evening with friends & family on Friday. This year Brooke has "ordered" nobody to buy her any gifts. Hahaha, I'm pretty sure that no one is listening... I know I'm not! How can you tell someone not to buy you a gift, especially an older Sister! (And by older I only mean 13 months, I'm really not that much older at all ~ I feel better just saying that ~ few!!)

Happy Birthday Brooke!!

Love you, xoxo

Georgia's growing quickly!

Just a quick post before I run out of the house.

Georgia she is now 7 weeks old and growing like a weed. She hasn't been weighed lately but I would guess she is about 10 lbs now. My Grandma just loves her to bits, and calls her "Little Dolly Dimples", it's really cute.


Here is a picture of us a couple weeks ago.


I have realized the I have not posted any pictures of her Nursery, so when I return I will show you every baby girls dream nursery.

State of Emergency

You ask and you shall receive... I told everyone to stop wishing for rain to wash away our snow... but sure enough here comes the rain... more rain, more rain, and more rain!!! Of course I was joking at the time telling everyone to stop wishing for snow, only because I love the snow, but have never guessed that it would turn out like this.

So far this winter has made an everlasting impact for some. First we had 2 years of our regular snow fall within 2 weeks, and to follow now rising temperatures, melting snow, and 125mm of rain. The result flooding and lots of it. Luckily the rain has stoped now but now without damage.

The City I live in has been placed under a State of Emergency. This morning I took some pictures (while driving, forgive the quality) on the way into my office to show you what I saw (and took a couple more from tonight’s News).

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If your not affected by the rain, hopefully you are not one who's home sustained damage from the snow. My office has have seen a record number of claims in the last 3 days. The culprit accumulation of snow with the weight of rain, resulting in......



I drove quickly around the neighbourhood of my office to survey the damage I saw 40+ homes with damage.

We are one of the lucky ones, who were not adversely affected by the weather, but if you are not so lucky you are in my prayers.

December Birthdays

Birthdays, Birthdays, Birthdays!!! In our family we have ton of Birthdays in December, and it keeps our schedules very busy.

~ David; Cousin

~ Steve; Brother In-Law

~ Derek ; 2nd Cousin

~ My Dad

~ Grant; Cousin

~ Randy; Uncle

(Uncle Randy's is on the same day as Grant's his Son)

~Gary; Uncle

~Larry; Uncle

My Birthday is on the 27th, and last but not least, the most recent addition, Georgia on the 9th of December.

I don't make a big deal out of my birthday, in fact I think that this was my last year of counting. Ha Ha Ha (I only wish!). But normally my Birthday festivities include dinner with family, and a night out with my good friends. A night out for us has changed alot over the years, I couldn't even tell you the last time that I was in a "Club", or had more than 2 drinks in a evening (including this New Years, I had Virgin Punch, any alcohol is few and far between for me), but those were things that we all enjoyed at one time when we were younger.

This year my long long time girl friends (and our Guys) enjoyed dinner, and then a game of Laser Tag. You heard me Laser Tag, we have never done that before, it was good fun. If you haven't tried you should, it's a good laugh and a workout at the same time! In the past we have also gone Go Karting, twice, and Night Bowling with glow in the dark pins and balls.

Here is a picture from my birthday of me and My Girls (Laura, Me, Jenica, Kathy, Brooke and of course Georgia)

Spending time with my Girl Friends is enough of a gift but they also got me wonderful presents... Perfume, Gift Cards, Card making supplies, and Clothes. To top off the evening my wonderful Husband also got me this Diamond Gucci Watch!!

Tomorrow is my Mom's Birthday, so we will be having Dinner this weekend to celebrate both of our Birthdays, and also as a send off to my parents before they leave on Sunday to spend a bit of Winter in Arizona, lucky bums!

Christmas in Our House

I hope everyone enjoyed their Christmas because I enjoyed mine!! Of course Christmas (and the whole month of December) is a very busy time for our family. But this year we did things a bit different, but in a good way. Christmas morning we enjoyed together (just Rich & I, oh and of course our puppy Chloe) opening presents at our house. Oh my was I spoiled, new Angel perfume, Coach Wallet & Umbrella, and a new Camera. Wowsers!! Chloe was spoiled too, with a new Coach leash from Dayton & Kenna (our friends kids).

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In the afternoon we went to visit Richards Family and bring presents to our Nephews. And because we had a WHITE CHRISTMAS for the first time in as long as I can remember, so we got to watch Jaden play in the snow.

The big change this year was not going to my parents Lake House in the morning and spending the day there. Instead we enjoyed Christmas Dinner and THEN opened presents. It was very different but it was quite enjoyable, and wouldn't mind this schedule every year!

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New Years 2009

Wow 2008 is almost over and in less than 6 hours we will be ringing in a New Year. Right now I’m watching The News and they have showed clips of the New Years Celebrations in Australia, Tokyo, and Korea. I know that our celebration will not be a grand as those, but I will have just as much fun.

Our plans tonight are to celebrate the coming of 2009 "Fondue" style at my Cousin’s David & Lana’s house, and maybe have a celebratory drink, and enjoy some fireworks.

As for resolutions, are you making one or not? Personally I know that I will not follow through with a New Years resolution, just for the sake of a New Year, so I don’t even bother. I wish I were the type that made resolutions then followed through with them, because I’m sure my list would be very long, but instead I plan things. I’m a planner, and so I follow through with plans that I make. So why don’t I plan to make a resolution, haha, because there is too much pressure. What about you? Are you the type to make resolution? What is yours?

Anyways I better get going, but I will be back with pictures of Christmas, and Birthday.

Wishing you all the best in 2009!!

Christmas Open House

Shawna a friend of mine from High School, (whom I haven’t seen in ages) has posted a great idea on her Blog to host a Christmas Open House via the internet so I thought I would join in on the fun.

If this is your first visit to my Blog Welcome! If not then this is probably your first peek at our Christmas Decorations this year.

Outside our House;

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I decorate in what I consider the Classic Christmas colours Red, Gold, White, & Green. Our Tree has the usual garland, balls and ribbon.

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For years now (I think since I moved out of my Parents house) my Dad has given me a Christmas Ornament each year. All of these ornaments also adorn the Christmas Tree.

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Well I hope you enjoyed our house. Feel free to leave me a comment and pop back into my Blog anytime.

Merry Christmas from my Family to Yours!

Georgia is here!!

I'm so very excited to show everyone the first pictures of my Niece Georgia. She was born Dec 9th at 9:51pm, weighing 7lbs. 11 oz. She is honestly the cutest baby girl ever, I'm not bias, really I'm not. So without further ado God's precious gift;

Mama and Baby are doing wonderful. Georgia is so very lucky to have such loving parents, they can not get enough of her. Who can blam them she is cute as a button!

I wish I had more pictures to post but they are all spread over everones camreas. Once I condence them I will come back and post some more.

Christmas Countdown!

It's official there is less than 30 days until Christmas! This weekend my plans, with co-operation of this Cold that I'm fighting off, and of course the weather include;


Christmas Shopping

Christmas Lights

Decorating

Sitting by my fire

Hot Chocolate
a Christmas Movie
and of course listening to

Christmas Music!!!


Oh since I'm talking about Christmas music, if you love it, like I love it, you will want to know that starting tomorrow @ 6pm the radio station that I listen to is playing

All Christmas Music, All the Time!!!!

Praise 106.5 FM

I couldn’t think of anything better to do then take in the joys of the early Christmas season!

Now all we need is some SNOW!!!

Christmas Countdowns at GlitterBell.com

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Christmas Countdowns at GlitterBell.com

Brooke's Baby Shower

Last Sunday was Brooke's Baby Shower, it was a great day and time had by all. There was great food, great company, and great joy in the anticipation of the arrival of Georgia. Oh and might I add that Georgia got spoiled, spoiled, spoiled!

The day went off almost without a hitch, unfortunately it wasn’t until after the shower that we realized that the camera had a bit of double vision, and it seems to mess up a bunch of our pictures. (If anyone know how fix this problem, please let me know!!)

Stay tuned to see pictures of the Nursery!! SO CUTE!!

Canucks

I've been extremely busy planning Brookes Baby Shower, which was on Sunday. It was a hugh success, and will be posting pictures (as soon as I get them in order).

Until then I just wanted to post a couple pictures from our Date Night last night! We went to go see the Canucks play Colorado. Unfortunately we lost, but it was a very eventful game and it ended with a score of 2-1 in an overtime shoot-out. Either way it was a great night, and we enjoyed every minute of it. Well except for the Vancouver traffic!!!!!

Halloween Weekend

Friday was Halloween. We passed out candy to the cutest little kids. Some of the little ones were scared of our Screaming Pumpkin Wreath, but everyone loved Chloe (of course she was a Flower again). Unfortunately we only got about 125 Trick or Treaters. Oh who am I kidding we got precisely 136, yes I count, I count every year (I have way too much time on my hands). Unfortunately I don't keep my numbers each year to compare, but I know that we didn't get as much as last year. Resulting in boxes of candy leftover!! No good, cause I know that I'm going to be overindulging.

After the Trick or Treaters we went for a little Movie Date, got home late and slept in on Saturday. The rest of our weekend was occupied by checking in on our a Rental property, visiting with old Neighbours, shopping at Pier 1, Laundry, and watching the Canucks Game with friends.

This week is going to be very busy, Brookes Baby Shower is this Sunday, so I have a lot of finishing up to do.

Happy Birthday

Just wanted to wish my Cousin Charmaine a Happy Birthday. Today she is turning 13!! Yesterday we celebrated at her house, and had a great time visiting with Family we haven't see in quite a while.

(Charmaine; on the right with her Friends, at their Grade 7 Grad a few months back)

Also yesterday my friend Kathy's Daughter turned 8 years old. Happy Birthday Mikayla, hope you have a fun time at your Birthday party with your friends tomorrow.

(Mikayla I'm pretty sure that this was going to be our "good", picture but some how I ended up with Bunny Ears? hummm!)

For the longest time, these two were the only young kids, but time is flying and you both are growing up SO FAST!! Love you both!