Old Person Wisdom

I have realized that there are some things that you can NOT learn until you reach a certain age. Screwing around at work for example. I used to do it once in awhile, maybe a lot of us have, but I don’t do it any more, ever. I rarely even have 5 minute cube conversations. Not because I am so worried about my image but because its just not fun....or funny. I do a little internal cringe when I think about some of the stuff I have done that seemed so innocuous at the time but now, ugh would anyone hire me if they knew that i did stuff like this? My friends at SA will remember the time I brought in a kids sized tent I had bought at a garage sale. For some reason (I say that soooo much) I decided to set it up at my cube and then I got inside and layed down. My head was sticking out the door when my boss walked in and I was embarrassed but not as embarrassed as I should have been or as I would be today if it happened. I also tied 3 office chairs together once and talked my friends into 'rowing' down the hallway. Not only did we get in trouble but my boss got in trouble from his boss for encouraging us. As I have gotten older, not only do I not do stupid stuff at work anymore but I appreciate things like my family and friends. My husband, children, and grandchildren are such a blessing and I thank God for them every day. I do not take my friendships lightly either, although I have become more selective, really drawing close those people that make a beautiful difference in my life. Friends; if I havent told you lately how much I love you, I LOVE YOU! Lastly, I don’t think you need to get old to appreciate life and all that God has given you but as I have gotten old(er), I notice things that I havent before. Like how really beautiful nature is. When you step back and look at all of what God created (how can anyone think its an accident?), you really appreciate the work that God put into the world for us. We live in an awesome, beautiful, God created, world that we should take time to fully appreciate. Does everyone have to get old to get smarter or is it just me? p.s. I am not to old to have fun, I am just smart enough to wait until I get home to do it.

Sermon on the Mount

This is the last week of a series of sermons from our local church, Grace Fellowship, on 169 and about 101st in Brooklyn Park, MN.

The series has been on the Sermon on the Mount which includes the central tenets of Christianity. I learned what a 'Beatitude' was and had a long standing question on OSAS answered. If you have never read the Sermon on the Mount or if its been a while, I encourage you to read Matthew 5-7 yourself and get re-charged. God is the greatest asset, ally, friend, father, and savior that we all have and we need to learn about and then practice these things. Some of the blessings are difficult (love thy enemies, hoarding treasures) and some are easier but I do encourage you to join me in committing to perfection by reading the Sermon on the Mount and then praying for strength. Love and miss you!

Citrus Salmon and Spicy Rice recipe

I made this for dinner last night and it was yummo

Rice
Put this in a rice cooker and cook until done
-1 part wild rice
-1 part diced tomato with green chili
-1 ¼ parts water
-Salt
-Pepper
-1 chix bullion cube
*I used the can that my tomatos came in to measure the water and rice and it would serve about 4.

When the rice is nearly complete;
1. saute ½ red onion
2. juice 1 large orange
add the orange juice and onion to the rice when done

Salmon
-Preheat the oven to 400, salt the salmon and cook for 20-25 mins

When there is 5 mins left on the fish;
-add 1/3 cup agave or honey and 3 T fresh orange juice and cook on high heat for 2 minutes. Use this as a glaze for fish.

Zulily.com

There are some really cute things on Zulily today and if you have never checked out the designer duds for women, children, and babies, along with cute books, toys, and household, you are missing the boat. Check out this link http://www.zulily.com/invite/rwilliams113

Zulily.com

There are some really cute things on Zulily today and if you have never checked out the designer duds for women, children, and babies, along with cute books, toys, and household, you are missing the boat. Check out this link http://www.zulily.com/invite/rwilliams113

Kitten Update

Kittens are now 6 weeks old and are starting to act like kittens. They roam the house freely and gently attack things that move. Dexter (brown) is potty training and heading gruel (hard cat foot softened with water). Hexter (white) is not doing either. He screws around in the litter box when I put him in there and is afraid of the food dish.

Dexter is a perfect little offshoot from his daddy. He looks exactly like him except his white boots are slightly smaller and he doesnt have the white stripe on his nose like Monty does.

Hexter is a very beautiful kitten. He is fluffy with with a grey tail and ears like his mother. He is also going to be a big cat I think.

Dexter is still available for adoption and I think Jeff and Alyssa are going to adopt Hexter.

Stampin Up Event this Saturday October 1st 2011 Osseo Minnesota

NEW CLUBS AND CLASSES STARTING THIS FALL
I have a slew of classes and clubs starting this Fall. Beginning next month I will have 4 new clubs that will meet each month (Cards, 3D, Big Shot, and Scrap) and 3 classes that will meet alternating months (stamp a stack, wow cards, and make an album in a day). Come to my Stampapalooza or send me an email for more info.

STAMPAPALOOZA SATURDAY OCTOBER 1ST AT THE OSEEO AMERICAN LEGION (BASEMENT)
I have lots of retired product to sell, new classes and clubs starting this Fall, and some prize drawings etc. Please rsvp at winniethepoodle@hotmail.com if you are coming and you will be able to do a make and take.

CARD AND ATC SWAP
I am hosting a card and ATC swap on Linked In. Check out my groups on my Linked In profile for more information.

KITTENS UPDATE
The kittens are wonderful. Fat and sassy like me. The white male just opened his eyes this weekend. His fur is very soft and his tail and ears are just starting to turn grey like his siamese mother. He is very quiet and still doesnt meow much. The tiger striped I think is a female, not a male like i previously posted. She is going to be very big like her daddy. She is also as noisy as her brother is quiet. She is also quite concerned when Gideon peeks his nose in the nest and I caught her hissing at him the other day. It was sort of cute. Mischa does NOT like me picking them up nor does she like people in the room. She gets all crazy and tries to hide the kittens. I had to root around the house twice now because she moved them. One has been adopted, which one is still tbd, but the other is still available.

ST JUDES
I am still collecting card fronts for st judes childrens ranch. I have nearly 600 cards in hand and another 200 that people are working on but I still need 200 more by the end of October to meet my personal goal for this year. Please let me know if you have any card fronts you can donate.

MY PARENTS
I have been thinking about my parents lately, so much so, that yesterday I re-published my moms Legacy account via the Star and Tribune obituary site. I wish I could do my Dads too but apparently they didnt have legacy accounts when my dad died. Anyway, I will post a link sometime or you can go out to star and tribune.com and search for it Joann Morehouse died in 2008.