let me start off by saying that i personally like snow.
however there is such a thing as too much of a good thing.
3 and a half feet of snow in less than week is a lot for delaware.
and the local media is trying to scare us by saying there is more in store for Monday.
its only a 50% chance at this point.
but really we cant handle it.
our three snow plows and 4 salt trucks are taxed to the limit
my daughter has been home with me all week.
i am so ready for a break.
i never thought i would say that i am tired of Scooby Doo.
but i have watched soooo much scooby doo in the last 4 days.
old man winter i am done with you.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Monday, January 18, 2010
Vacation
So last week I was on Vacation.
I went to Florida - specifically Disney World.
I had one of the worst experiences in my life this time down there.
It was COLD. I dont mean 40 degrees and raining cold, that I could have handled.
I mean it was 20 degrees cold.
What the hell? Its Florida its not supposed to get that cold in Orlando.
But anyway we didnt bring mittens for the girls because we didnt think it wasnt going to be that cold. I had hats for them. But they were packed as an afterthought for me on the way down and back. But no gloves or mittens or scarves for them. And all I had was a decorative scarf for me.
To make matters worse the Disney Marathon was going on. Now we knew it would be crowded. We knew there may be some issues. What we didnt know was that all Buses to Epcot were not running because that was where the Start and Finish of the Marathon was.
This caused unending problems for us.
We started the day at 7:50am to get to a 9:15am breakfast reservation.
At this point the Marathon was in full swing. We were informed at the bus stop that the buses werent running but we could take the boat.
We waited for 45 minutes on a dock on the water in freezing temperatures and wind for the boat. We finally got on the boat to the Magic Kingdom where we were supposed to be able to catch the Monorail. The express was NOT running. So picture hundreds of ppl crammed into a little space waiting for 2 monorails to go between the Magic Kingdom and the Ticket/Transportation ctr. We waited for Half an Hour then they finally started running the express monorail. At this point we get on and head over to the ticket and transportation center the girls were so hungry. We had brought no snacks for the girls as it was supposed to be a 10 minute bus ride. There was a woman there who was a spectator for the Marathon who had brought snacks for her family and was nice enough to share some pretzels with the girls. Yes the spectators who were following the marathon were riding the same monorail as the general public.
Finally we make it to the Ticket and transportation center to switch over to the Epcot Monorail. There are thousands of ppl waiting for the Epcot Monorail.
By this point it is 9:15am. And we arent even at the parks yet. We wait in line in the exposed area of the center without gloves and no real pockets for the girls. But they do have their winter coats on. Their little faces were so red and both girls were hungry, cold and impatient and crying. I call to switch our reservations to a later time 10:55am - this was the first thing to go right all morning. After 45 minutes in line we get on the Epcot monorail. We finally make it into the park around 10:00am. Remember this was supposed to take 10 minutes and took over 2 hours.
We had a bit of time so we spent it looking for gloves. The first 3 stores we checked were all sold out of kids gloves. Finally in the World Showcase we found gloves that would fit the little ones in Norway. Since we were there we went ahead and checked in early. We made it through the ordeal. There was a lot of crying involved and everyone was cold cranky and hungry by the time we made it too breakfast but Breakfast was good and the girls got to meet all the Princesses and have their pictures taken with them.
But there is one thing I have learned: No matter how many of my friends are going to be in the Disney Full Marathon, Half marathon or 5k - I am NOT going to disney during marathon weekend again...unless me my daughter or hubby is running in it.
I went to Florida - specifically Disney World.
I had one of the worst experiences in my life this time down there.
It was COLD. I dont mean 40 degrees and raining cold, that I could have handled.
I mean it was 20 degrees cold.
What the hell? Its Florida its not supposed to get that cold in Orlando.
But anyway we didnt bring mittens for the girls because we didnt think it wasnt going to be that cold. I had hats for them. But they were packed as an afterthought for me on the way down and back. But no gloves or mittens or scarves for them. And all I had was a decorative scarf for me.
To make matters worse the Disney Marathon was going on. Now we knew it would be crowded. We knew there may be some issues. What we didnt know was that all Buses to Epcot were not running because that was where the Start and Finish of the Marathon was.
This caused unending problems for us.
We started the day at 7:50am to get to a 9:15am breakfast reservation.
At this point the Marathon was in full swing. We were informed at the bus stop that the buses werent running but we could take the boat.
We waited for 45 minutes on a dock on the water in freezing temperatures and wind for the boat. We finally got on the boat to the Magic Kingdom where we were supposed to be able to catch the Monorail. The express was NOT running. So picture hundreds of ppl crammed into a little space waiting for 2 monorails to go between the Magic Kingdom and the Ticket/Transportation ctr. We waited for Half an Hour then they finally started running the express monorail. At this point we get on and head over to the ticket and transportation center the girls were so hungry. We had brought no snacks for the girls as it was supposed to be a 10 minute bus ride. There was a woman there who was a spectator for the Marathon who had brought snacks for her family and was nice enough to share some pretzels with the girls. Yes the spectators who were following the marathon were riding the same monorail as the general public.
Finally we make it to the Ticket and transportation center to switch over to the Epcot Monorail. There are thousands of ppl waiting for the Epcot Monorail.
By this point it is 9:15am. And we arent even at the parks yet. We wait in line in the exposed area of the center without gloves and no real pockets for the girls. But they do have their winter coats on. Their little faces were so red and both girls were hungry, cold and impatient and crying. I call to switch our reservations to a later time 10:55am - this was the first thing to go right all morning. After 45 minutes in line we get on the Epcot monorail. We finally make it into the park around 10:00am. Remember this was supposed to take 10 minutes and took over 2 hours.
We had a bit of time so we spent it looking for gloves. The first 3 stores we checked were all sold out of kids gloves. Finally in the World Showcase we found gloves that would fit the little ones in Norway. Since we were there we went ahead and checked in early. We made it through the ordeal. There was a lot of crying involved and everyone was cold cranky and hungry by the time we made it too breakfast but Breakfast was good and the girls got to meet all the Princesses and have their pictures taken with them.
But there is one thing I have learned: No matter how many of my friends are going to be in the Disney Full Marathon, Half marathon or 5k - I am NOT going to disney during marathon weekend again...unless me my daughter or hubby is running in it.
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
I hope that this holiday season finds you and your family well.
We are all doing well on this side.
Silver will be 5 in February.
She just tested for her first belt in Karate
Enjoy this time.
Happy Holidays!
We are all doing well on this side.
Silver will be 5 in February.
She just tested for her first belt in Karate
Enjoy this time.
Happy Holidays!
Monday, November 16, 2009
What’s the best thing anyone ever taught you to do?
I'm curious....
1 What’s the best thing anyone ever taught you to do?
2 What's the best thing you learned/taught yourself?
3 What have you passed on to others?
This isnt a meme its not a tag this person...
I'm just curious is all. I was reading something today and they asked all their contributors Wha'ts the best thing anyone ever taught you to do, and the answers were very interesting.
So its just my natural curiousity about who people are and what they do, that makes me want to know the answers.
I know some of you read this on facebook but if you could comment on the blog I would appreciate it (http://minijaxter.blogspot.com/) as I cannot access facebook from work:)
1 What’s the best thing anyone ever taught you to do?
2 What's the best thing you learned/taught yourself?
3 What have you passed on to others?
This isnt a meme its not a tag this person...
I'm just curious is all. I was reading something today and they asked all their contributors Wha'ts the best thing anyone ever taught you to do, and the answers were very interesting.
So its just my natural curiousity about who people are and what they do, that makes me want to know the answers.
I know some of you read this on facebook but if you could comment on the blog I would appreciate it (http://minijaxter.blogspot.com/) as I cannot access facebook from work:)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Thank your veteran and your active troops
Every year I do a post about how much the armed forces mean to this country.This year is no different.
Today I was listening to Preston and Steve (wmmr 93.3 outta philly) and they mentioned an email that a soldier had sent them. It made me realize we are all in this together
Civilians dont realize how much they play a role in morale for troops who are overseas.
Thoughts and prayers, thank yous and care packages go a long way in reminding the troops of why they do what they do. So thank your veteran and military personnel.
Here is a poem and it explains why there are poppies being given on Nov 11 in the US and worn all over the world in remembrance of those who died serving their various countries.
In Flanders Fields By:
Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army
IN FLANDERS FIELDS the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.
Today I was listening to Preston and Steve (wmmr 93.3 outta philly) and they mentioned an email that a soldier had sent them. It made me realize we are all in this together
Civilians dont realize how much they play a role in morale for troops who are overseas.
Thoughts and prayers, thank yous and care packages go a long way in reminding the troops of why they do what they do. So thank your veteran and military personnel.
Here is a poem and it explains why there are poppies being given on Nov 11 in the US and worn all over the world in remembrance of those who died serving their various countries.
In Flanders Fields By:
Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918) Canadian Army
IN FLANDERS FIELDS the poppies blow Between the crosses row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields.Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.
Monday, November 02, 2009
Welcome to November
Lots of things have happened in the last month.
1st no more pink yay but I hope you all understand the importance of self boobie exams and early detection and treatment for Breast Cancer.
2nd halloween was fun we went trick or treating - silver was tinker bell ... again. we have pics somewhere.
3rd not this past friday but the friday before I was in another goddamn car accident.
So as an attempt to thwart being ass ended by yet another suv (yes all three accidents involved an suv of some sort), we went out and bought... a SUV its a 2005 Chevy Trailblazer. So far I like it.
4th I hope everyone had a great Halloween and now its time to look forward to Turkey Day I mean Thanksgiving. So think about what you are thankful for. There will be a quiz later on in the month.
Ok not really but it sounded good.
But I always find it helpful to think of the things you are thankful for it makes life a bit better.
5th Remember Nov 11th is Veterans Day if you see someone asking for donations and handing out poppies please help out. Vets need help and all the donations go directly to vets in need.
Oh there has been knitting but Ive not been inspired plus I hurt. So no new knitting news to write about.
And because of the accident I was unable to do Alumni Band hopefully next year.
1st no more pink yay but I hope you all understand the importance of self boobie exams and early detection and treatment for Breast Cancer.
2nd halloween was fun we went trick or treating - silver was tinker bell ... again. we have pics somewhere.
3rd not this past friday but the friday before I was in another goddamn car accident.
So as an attempt to thwart being ass ended by yet another suv (yes all three accidents involved an suv of some sort), we went out and bought... a SUV its a 2005 Chevy Trailblazer. So far I like it.
4th I hope everyone had a great Halloween and now its time to look forward to Turkey Day I mean Thanksgiving. So think about what you are thankful for. There will be a quiz later on in the month.
Ok not really but it sounded good.
But I always find it helpful to think of the things you are thankful for it makes life a bit better.
5th Remember Nov 11th is Veterans Day if you see someone asking for donations and handing out poppies please help out. Vets need help and all the donations go directly to vets in need.
Oh there has been knitting but Ive not been inspired plus I hurt. So no new knitting news to write about.
And because of the accident I was unable to do Alumni Band hopefully next year.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Knitting and working and drinking
Thats all I seem to do these days:)
Saturday we went out for my birthday to Hibachis (love them) then I went to go see Paranormal Activity. I liked it. Im not much for Horror movies this one was not that bad.
Oh yeah GO SEE ZOMBIELAND!!!!!!!! dont take the kids.
I finished the blanket - you know that pink thing...
I am making other things now.
I am contemplating opening an etsy store and selling things.
But I need to build up some inventory first.
Just a little:)
Sunday was my birthday so I went out and went drinking and watched the skins lose to the chiefs. that SUCKED!
But overall I had a good birthday
Now I am working for a coworker. I worked monday night and am working tonight
I will be back on Days on Thursday.
Halloween is coming up and Im excited but I still dont know what I want to dress up as.
Any suggestions?
Saturday we went out for my birthday to Hibachis (love them) then I went to go see Paranormal Activity. I liked it. Im not much for Horror movies this one was not that bad.
Oh yeah GO SEE ZOMBIELAND!!!!!!!! dont take the kids.
I finished the blanket - you know that pink thing...
I am making other things now.
I am contemplating opening an etsy store and selling things.
But I need to build up some inventory first.
Just a little:)
Sunday was my birthday so I went out and went drinking and watched the skins lose to the chiefs. that SUCKED!
But overall I had a good birthday
Now I am working for a coworker. I worked monday night and am working tonight
I will be back on Days on Thursday.
Halloween is coming up and Im excited but I still dont know what I want to dress up as.
Any suggestions?
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