I love watching the Olympics. Honestly, I felt pretty indifferent at first but it's definitely the most exciting thing on television as we don't have cable. For the past couple nights I've been watching gymnastics and swimming. When I was little, I loved watching gymnastics. The girls look so graceful, even when they're under such physical … Continue reading
Month: July 2012
Rain turtles
Ahhh. "Monsoon" season (yes, the quotation marks are necessary) is great in El Paso. It means highs around 95 with a decent chance of rain or at least clouds every day. Believe me, there IS a difference between 95 and 100. Swamp coolers aren't as efficient when it's humid, which is why 95 is better … Continue reading Rain turtles
The honeymoon is over
So.... we've been here for over a year. I'm pretty sure I've rehashed that fact on my blog and Facebook about a million times. It's been a crazy year. I'm one who gets bored easily; why else do you think I need to have multiple WIPs? (works in progress [knitting/crochet]). I'm always searching for a … Continue reading The honeymoon is over
I found this today
We're all still working through this... this is the hardest thing I have ever been through. My grieving process has been touch and go since being back in Texas. It was comforting having family around and the time to sit and think. I've been nannying and working on a couple orders for people... and doing … Continue reading I found this today
Tour of Central Illinois, and the end of the Run Streak
I'm back in Texas after a 10-day stay in Illinois. The last time I posted was the day before the visitation. I've rehashed the details of the following two days so many times in my mind that I honestly don't want to talk about it here. There are some things better left unsaid. I still … Continue reading Tour of Central Illinois, and the end of the Run Streak
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