Mom x 2's assistant (if she had one) says.....

Dear Fellow Bloggers friends of Momx2,

I have been in close contact with Momx2 and she would like for me to pass on that she has been real busy as of late. She is sincerely sorry that she has neglected you and her visits to your blogs have been sporadic at best.

She has been attending wrestling tournaments to watch Bud wrestle. He has not been a friendly one to be around as cutting weight makes him VERY grumpy. That makes Momx2 grumpy and she finds it better not to share her attitude with the internets, even though she totally knows they would all forgive her (right?) She is however, very proud of Bud and glad to see he is doing well this year.

She has also been helping Cheerleader Girl try (keyword) make a decision where college is concerned, which has also made her grumpy. Her friends have told her leaving for college is a natural progression. Although you will miss them when they are gone, by the time that day comes around you will be DAMN ready for them to go. She does want Cheerleader to know however, in the event she might be reading this, that she still loves her and will support her in whatever decision she makes.

I also think I overheard her talking with The Salesman concerning a few not so great things going on with someone they have been close to for a long time and that person's daughter. I'm pretty sure they think that they have made some good decisions, and if she could, she would love to share the story, but not yet, not now. She is sort of in a funk and doesn't feel like writing about it, but says that it sucks when you try to do the right thing only to have it thrown back in your face. She stands by her convictions though and I have faith she will get over it. Eventually.

Apparently there is some big football game coming up? The Superbowl maybe? So it is very possible she is starting to make plans for some gathering she might be having at her house. But I don't know. She is kind of a procrastinator so..... who knows. ; )

She did tell me that she was able to get ALL THREE laundry baskets empty. Of course I am sure that was short lived. She does have two children afterall, as well as a husband, who after being out of town for TEN days will most likely fill them up in the next couple days. But as of yesterday she could still see the bottom. She is so proud!

As soon as she is available, I will be sure to let her know you are looking for her (you are right? she needs reassurance), and I have no doubt she will be back... soon.

Thank you for your time and understanding,

Momx2's Assistant

Congratulations Cheerleader Girl!

I am one proud momX2 today.... actually more like momX20000000000!

Cheerleader Girl has been accepted to all 3 of the colleges she applied to, and all early acceptance.

Christopher Newport University, Longwood University and James Madison University. Her top 2 are LU and JMU.

Let the decision process begin.....

Congratulations Cheerleader Girl!

This and That Thursday

• Apparently it is a new year.... Why am I just as busy as the last one?
• Happy New Year!
• A new year means that wrestling season is in FULL swing.
• Bud is wrestling Varsity this year. That'a a big deal, but it's also a lot more work.
• I wish I could win the lottery this year so I didn't have to come to work. I don't mind working, except when I would rather be doing something else. Like, surfing FaceBook.
• I got a new Blackberry. I think I am going to like it, except I don't know how to use it, and I type very slow. I can, however, access FaceBook at work now, which is probably not a good thing.
• I am looking forward to the new year.... hope it brings all kinds of good things to you all!

Happy Holidays!

Merry Christmas!

From Our Family.... to Yours!

HOLIDAY EATING TIPS

This was passed on to me by a co-worker, and because I love all of my bloggy friends, I really thought it was only fair to share. Especially since most of you live far away and won't be attending the same parties as me, so I won't have to worry about any of you knowing that I really do follow all of these tips. They are quite helpful, and you should read them carefully. K, thanks....

Holiday Eating Tips

1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Holiday spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls.

2. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare.. You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an eggnog-alcoholic or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it. Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. It's Christmas!

3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat.

4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission.

5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Holiday party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello?

6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog.

7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again.

8. Same for pies. Apple, Pumpkin, Mincemeat. Have a slice of each. Or if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert? Labor Day?

9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards.

10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Re-read tips; start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember this motto to live by:

"Life should NOT be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body. Rather one should skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming "WOO HOO what a ride!"

Have a Merry Christmas & a great holiday season!!

It's Christmas!

I don't have time to hardly turn around anymore, but that's okay....

because these two still smile for Christmas pictures :)

Here's to hoping your holidays are filled with smiles!

Here's a little shout out!

I've recently reconnected with old friends from high school, and one of them has started her very own blog. Hopefully she won't share all of the stories from high school haha. Actually, she probably won't share any since it's not that kind of blog. But, all of YOU, should head on over and check it out! Talk about being in the Christmas spirit! Adventures in Decorating is definitely going to get you there!!

Happy Holidays everyone.....