Finally after about a month I have recieved my business cards. It was my fault. I couldn't decide where I wanted to order them from until........I found Vista Print. I ordered 250 business cards for FREE! Yep that's right FREE! If you are in need of business cards go check them out! I only had to pay for shipping which was $5.74! I think I got a pretty great deal!
I have been feeling a bit crafty lately, just ask Tim. His coffee table looks like a hurricane has swept through. I must say he has been really great though. Usually if I am in the middle of a project he tries to clean while I am still working. It may have been that he was absolutely worn out when he came upstairs and just didn't care.
Anyway.......Paige, Kristy and I went to Hobby Lobby Wednesday. I hadn't been in there in over 2 years simply because I spend way too much money when I go. This trip was no different. I always feel so creative when I am in there. Unfortunatley that creativity doesn't always follow me home. More often than not I start these projects and don't finish them.
I am pleased to report that this time I have not only finished the project, but I actually like the outcome. I love anything that is monogrammed or personalized. I bought huge white letters and painted them a solid color. Then I painted polka dots on them. After they dried I hot glued ribbon to the back and attached a small picture frame.
This is a gift Tim's little cousin Bethany. Today is her birthday party and I am so excited to see what she thinks. I have already started making more of these and so far I have the first 10 letters of the alphabet done. So the "B" is already taken, but if you are interested in A,C,D,E,F,G,H,I or J let me know. lol
Hopefully, this creative streak will continue and I can branch out to other projects. I will post pictures of the finished product tonight.
Just wanted to let everyone know that I have a girl who is donating 30 dresses to the prom show. She has been directly affected by cancer and wanted to help as much as possible. She e-mailed me today to let me know that she had gathered all her friends together and ALL their dresses! This will be a great addition to our prom and bridal show. These dresses range from sizes 0-12, and each dress will start at $50 and go up. If you are looking for an inexpensive prom dress this will be the perfect option for you! Come see!
I love love love Upscale Tans. I love going to the tanning bed. It's my 15 minutes of me time. Tanning is relaxing especially this time of year. Upscale Tans has all new bulbs and the beds looked new too. It was super clean and organized. They are open from 10 am- 10 pm.
The prices are really reasonable! I bought the $35 unlimited monthy package. At the last place I tanned it was $35 for 200 minutes. I would rather do unlimited than minutes. My problem is I say I am going to lay for 15 minutes, but in the sweltering summer heat I barely stay 5 minutes. I end up wasting minutes big time!
I have known Tausha for years and am glad she has this new biz. They are going to set up a booth at the prom show and will be selling packages. Come check them out.
Just got finished watching this week's The Bachelor. At first I was disappointed. I didn't know tonight was the tell all from the axed gals. I thought we were going to see Jason's family. It turned out to be an okay episode though.
It was good to see Trista, Ryan and little Max. I remember watching their wedding on TV. Something like 20 million viewers tuned in to see their union. Pretty cool!
Poor Stephanie! What was she wearing? Wasn't she suppose to be the stylish one of this season. I really thought she would be picked to be next year's Bachelorette, but now I think it will be Jillian. Did anyone else hear the audience applause when Chris suggested it? I would tune in to see her find prince charming.
It was a little awkward when they showed clips of the girls bashing each other. I certaintly wouldn't want to be in the same room with another girl while she watched a clip of me talking about her worst qualities.
I must say I was glad to see several of those girls on that stage and not in the final two. Megan was evil and kniving, Lauren was about the same and a tattletale, Shannon was just plain nuts, Natalie thought she was God's gift to guys, Naomi had an odd family but turned out to be okay, Stephanie was on a whole other page than Jason, Erika tried to hard, but Jillian shouldn't have been on that stage......
I felt so sorry for Jillian tonight. She handled it all with poise and grace. Jillian is a true trooper. She had such a positive attitude and really seemed okay with how it all turned out. I think she is right about the best friend thing. When I am 90 years old I want my best friend by my side. Jillian is genuine and sincere. She will find her prince!
Molly should have been on that stage! She is cute and sweet and all, but way too timid. She and Jason don't look good together. They don't match or mesh well. He is out going and adventurous and she is not. Molly seems like the type to play it safe, and Jason is the type to jump out of airplanes without a parachute.
Melissa is still my favorite! I am more than sure that she will win his family's hearts next week and we will soon be watching their wedding on national tv.
Tune in with me next week to see for yourself!
Check out this little jem. Tim's cousin Jason and his wife Stacy are expecting their first baby in March. They are having a sweet baby girl named Shalynn. I wanted to get her some monogrammed things. Last week I discovered another gem. Becky Cox is a local teacher and monogrammer. She made this necklace for Stacy in one day. Not kidding! I e-mailed her to let her know I wanted one and she made it, gift wrapped it and delivered it to me at work! Check out her site http://www.polkadaisesblog.com/!
It came in this cute little box.
I stayed up until 3:30 this morning blogging. I have found several sites that pay bloggers for their opinions. It's pretty easy. Most of them just ask that you blog daily about anything and everything you want. The site pays you according to the amount of traffic your blog generates. I applied to about 30 sites last night. Hopefully one or two will pick my blog up and I can start earning a few extra "shoe" bucks!
I am not changing careers or anything, just trying something new. I blog anyway so why not get paid for it.
I'll keep you posted on my progress. I am interested to see if anyone else already does this and if so what sites you use. So let me know!
Attention fellow bloggers.............I need help getting these blogs noticed. If you see something on my blog that you think is important could you blog about it as well? I will do the same for you. If you see a fund raiser that you may be able to help with, blog about it. Get your friends involved too! Thanks
At last night's team captain meeting we heard about all kinds of new things. One thing was goal setting. I have asked each of First Volunteer's team members to raise $100 by May 1st. I am more than sure that each of them can do that and so much more.
Does everyone love the new doughnut shoppe as much as I do? Well I know everyone on our Relay committee does. The shoppe was so gracious and made us special doughnuts with purple icing for today's meeting.
I am not psychic or anything, but I did tell Tim after the first episode of this season's bachelor that I wanted Melissa or Jillian. He actually picked Melissa and Molly so now he thinks he is great or something!!! Ha Ha.
Anyway I missed this week's episode and somehow the TIVO let me down so now I don't know what happened. I know I know what a terrible life right?
Lets just say that I am glad Melissa and Molly are the final two. I am more than sure that he will pick Melissa!!!!!!!! Molly is too timid and safe. Jason and Melissa will make a much better couple!
For the past couple of months I have been searching the net for cute monogramming ideas. I have two babies that I need shower gifts for and I want monogrammed gifts. I really wasn't able to find all the items on the same site. One would have a few and another would have a few, but no one had them all.
Yesterday I was looking at another friend's blog and saw that her little girl had a monogrammed tee on. I was very surprised to find out the tee had been made locally. Turns out we have a local teacher who monograms! So go check out her website and blog and BUY! www.polkadaises.com & www.polkadaisesblog.com She is really creative!
So the interest in the basketball tournament for Relay has not been near what I had hoped. As of today we only have 3 teams signed up. I am giving it until Friday. If I don't have any more interest we are going to have to cancel. So if you want to enter a team let me know by friday.
The next team captain's meeting for Relay is this Thursday (19th) at JMS. We meet in the lunchroom at 5:30. I encourage anyone and everyone to come out and learn more about this years' Relay. See ya there!
It's been a few days since my last blog so here is an update. I have been so busy planning the prom show this past week. Everything seems to be falling into place though. I can't complain I have some really great people helping. We have quite a few vendors coming to the show. I actually think we have twice as many as last year.
Here is a sneak peak of who has already R.S.V.P.'d: Southern Charm Portraits, SophieMac Photography, Heather Sexton Photography, Southern Living, Premier Jewelry, Lia Sophia Jewelry, Mary Kay, and Avon.
I am still looking for more vendors. We would like to have some hair stylists and nail techs.
Keep checking back for more info!
Our Relay for Life committee has started a group on facebook. I didn't have a facebook and as much as I hated to make one I did. It's amazing to me that there are so many more people on facebook than myspace. Myspace seems more interesting than facebook. This is my second attempt at facebook. The first one ended as a result of shear boredom. Anyway look our group up and join! You can see all the upcoming fundraisers that Relay is doing and a running total of what's been raised so far.
F.Y.I. First Volunteer had a bake sale Friday and we made more than you might think. We did so good in fact that we are going to do an even bigger one this Friday. Come by and check it out!
This is the flyer we are handing out for the show. Print this page and help us get the word out!
I often joke with Tim that I want to have six kids all at one time. He never laughs! I only say this because I love Jon and Kate plus 8. Now in reality we all know that she doesn't really raise then alone. She has a personal chef, nannies, housekeepers, gardeners and so on. Basically she birthed them, which isn't an easy feat by any means.
Anyway with all this talk about the mama who had 8 babies and 6 already at home I have been wondering. Keep in mind that this woman does not have a job, and her parents have said publicly that they will not help her once she is home with all 14.
Heartless? I think not! Her parents have already raised her. Why should they have to raise her children as well? If she had 2 or 3 and was single that is different. If her husband had left her that is different. Instead she chose to have 14 children without a husband.
Sorry, I don't think her parents should pick up the slack because she "always wanted a big family" but has no job. I hate to see these children suffer because their mama is crazy!
I have no reason to complain about being tired today. I slept all weekend. Okay maybe not all weekend, I did eat and go to church, but most of my weekend was about sleep! Tim got home about 5:30 Friday afternoon. He was worn out from driving home, and it had been a busy day at work so we stayed in to nap.
He got up at 4:30 a.m. Saturday to head to Georgia. I had to work Saturday until 12 and then I actually cleaned my car! I know I am shocked too. It was such a nice day and my car was a mess, so it seemed like a good idea. My car is nice and clean now so I am glad I did it.
After a quick trip to goodwill I went to the apartment to rest. I was pretty tired from washing my car! I decided that I needed a "short" nap, and I really thought Tim would be back around 3, but I was wrong. The garage door opening woke me up at 6:10! I think it was about 2 p.m. when I layed down. So my short nap turned into more of a long rest!
I got up and re-did my hair and make-up and we headed to k-town. When we got back we sat down to watch a movie. Keep in mind that he had been up since 4:30! I might have made it past the opening credits. He didn't make it that far. Tim's snoring woke up up at 11:30. Lets call that a cat-nap!
After church yesterday I took another nap. Really this one was just a nap. Two hours tops! Tim was out on the bike so the apartment was super quiet and nice! You may think my weekend napping was over, but after church last night I took another nap! Yep that's right. Tim was busy ordering new stuff for the tire machine, and I was snoozing on the couch!
I woke up about 11 and went home. After taking off my make-up and brushing my teeth I went to bed. Oddly enough I slept all night!
I promise to be more productive next weekend, and snooze less!
No I haven't started another business......Tim has. That's right! Tim and his dad went to Georgia today to get their new tire machine. Apparently its the coolest invention ever. Well Tim and his dad think so. Anyway this tire machine can do all sorts of things. From now on they can rotate and balance tires, put new tires on and do motorcycles and four wheelers too! This will save us all money!
They couldn't wait to get it assembled today. In fact Tim's dad was in the garage from about 6 p.m. until 12:30 tonight using it. So on Monday I am going to order my new tires from Sam's and hopefully Tim will get them on my car by Friday. I am not holding my breath though considering I am not a paying customer! Speaking of customers he already has quite a few. He has 3 appointments this week!
I am giving away one free session. This session will go to the first person to refer 5 people to me. Your free session can be anywhere you choose (within reason) and whenever. So get me those referrals and we can get started on your session!
I just heard great news about some friends. After several years of trying to concieve on their own without any luck, God has blessed them with a sweet baby girl through adoption. This is a true testament to their faith in God and prayer. This couple will make great parents. I am so happy for them! The adoption isn't final yet, so I won't release names. I just wanted to say congrats, and that I will continue to pray for their sweet family.
Tim looks so determined!
Apparently the ugly blue recliner helps his focus. At least thats what he says.
I really didn't understand the football game they were playing.
Look at them! They were so into it! I don't think they would have noticed if me and Cassie left!
Cassie was really good too. She ended up being a close match with Tim.
She has the smile of a champion!
Tim looks stoned! lol
Check out that spelling on the cake. 
He actually wanted to use a pocket knife to cut his cake! I talked him out of it.
I tied each balloon on separate. It was really funny when he tried to open his gift. No Tim and I are not engaged. Sorry to disappoint the masses, but we aren't. I surely hope this post doesn't offend anyone, but stop asking. What gives people the right to think they have to know? My parents are different. My sister is different. My close friends and family are different. Complete strangers who see my myspace profile, my mom's clients, my mom's students, families of co-workers, etc.... are not.
We aren't celebs. You don't get to know about every part of our lives. If you are that interested in our lives.......read my blog. I will let you know what you need to know.
I hate to be this way, but c'mon! This is our issue. Tim and I have had many conversations about this issue. Now granted a part of me would love to be married. This part gets smaller everytime someone stops me in Wal-mart. It's not ok when they nearly jerk my arm out of socket trying to see if I have a ring on "that" finger! It's not ok to publicly announce to everyone in Charley's Pizza that I STILL don't have a ring! Sorry but it's not! I don't care who you are or who you think you are, IT IS NOT OK!
Thankfully, the person causing the scene usually gets the crazy looks and not me. I get those "aw poor you" looks.
Unfortunatley I don't think this harrassment would stop if Tim and I were to announce our engagement. Instead of asking about a ring they would start asking about a date. Then after we are married they will want to know when we are going to have children.
Again, this post isn't directed to our friends and family, they can and will ask until they are blue in the face. It won't help by the way! I am talking about people who know us, but don't. If that makes since. This post is fair warning to the next person who see's us out in public and tries to make a scene. Tim and I are done with being nice. If you are prepared to dish it out, you better be just as prepared to take it!
So to clear the air, Tim and I will let you know when we get engaged. Until then find someone else to harass. We are done.
Tim called while I was on lunch to say that he is on his way home!!!!! This was great news because I have missed him so much! He had some even better news.........He passed! I knew he would! Tim is super smart! So tonight we are gonna celebrate!
He isn't done with this little venture yet though. The big test is in May. Hopefully I can use a vacation day or two and go with him. He was telling me all about the shopping they have there. Which I will love, but is totally wasted on him.
Today is Go Red for women day. Its to support women's heart health. Did you know that everyone can support the fight against heart disease in women by wearing red on National Wear Red Day, Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. It's a simple, powerful way to raise awareness of heart disease and stroke. Wear red today and show your support!
Donations to the American Heart Association's Go Red For Women fund research into the causes, diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. To donate follow this link http://www.goredforwomen.org/donate.aspx
To learn more about this issue go to http://www.goredforwomen.org/index.aspx
Sex and the city is one of my all time favorite shows! The first movie was great (a tear jerker) and I just saw today where the girls confirmed that there will be a sequel! I am excited! According to People Mag filming will begin this summer and the sequel will premier summer of 2010!
Carrie & Charlotte are my favorites!Even though its still chilly and snowy outside I am going to throw this idea out there. Last year we had a huge rummage sale in front of the Jacksboro branch for Relay for Life. It was bitter cold that day, but the turn out was good and we made about $600. This year several teams are going to get together at one place and do an even bigger sale. So be looking for the flyers advertising where and when.
If you would like to set up with us let me know. You don't have to have a Relay team we just ask that you give your profits to Relay.
We are always looking for new and fun fundraising ideas. Someone told us that they rent out parking spaces at Powell-Clinch in Lake City. People pay $5 per space. We were thinking about doing that here one Saturday after we close. The money from the parking spaces would go to Relay and whatever the seller sells they keep. I think its a win win situation.
If you are interested let me know.
I am looking for someone to do a Mary Kay booth at the prom expo. My Mary Kay lady is retiring and I don't know anyone else in the area who sells it. If you know someone let me know.
I wouldn't say that I am obsessed with reality tv, but I do watch quite a few of them. Tim does not share my love of reality tv. He did watch Mama's Boys with me and on occassion he can sit through an episode of Jon & Kate plus 8 or the Duggars. He absolutely hates The Real Houswives of Orange County. Well he did until this season. There is a new housewife on the block, Gretchen, and Tim really likes her. lol
I don't like American Idol or Survivor. Sorry can't stand to see them eat rats and live with bugs. Not much of a bug kinda girl. I prefer Top Chef, America's next top model or Wife Swap.
Speaking of wife swap did anyone watch last night? That woman was eating raw chicken! Ummm someone should tell her that that's how people get samonella poisoning!
If I had to choose a favorite it would be a close tie with Jon & Kate plus 8 and The Duggars. I love the Gosselin kids, but I think their mom is a little loopy. If you don't know this family they are the couple who had twins and then sextuplets. Since the birth of the sextuplets they have been featured on numerous talk shows, book tours and their series on TLC. I love the kids, but Kate needs professional help. Poor Jon he needs to stand up to Kate. Check out their show and you will see what I mean!
The Duggars have a big family too. 18 children to be exact. Yep you read right. Michelle Duggar just gave birth to their 18th child. All the childrens' names begin with the letter J. The oldest, Joshua, just got married. I like that the family keeps GOD and family first, but they are a litttle fanatical about some things. Their children don't date they court. Which means they always have a chaperone, only hold hands and can't even kiss. The family is debt free which is awesome, but I feel like they are sheltered. They have a series on TLC too. Check it out!
If you are one of my blog stalkers you have probably noticed the new button on my tab. I added this button to get Kayleigh's story out. Her family isn't asking for money just prayers. Add Kayleigh to your prayers tonight and take a minute to read her story.
For the past couple of weeks I have been contacting people about the prom expo and fashion show. Some local and some not. I have been asking them to either donate dresses or be a vendor in the expo. I have been using www.craigslist.org to find girls with dresses for sale, and possible vendors.
Unfortunatley, it seems that everyone I contact wants to know what they are getting in return. Now I understand that these girls have paid unreal prices for these dresses and they would like to get that back out of them, but lets get real. Sorry girls it isn't going to happen. I offered them the same deal as I did everyone else. Half to them and half to Relay. I guess my biggest issue is that even after I tell them this event is for charity, they still want to know what they are gonna get.
Don't get me wrong I have met a great contact in Knoxville who does fashion shows for a living. She has agreed to do the fashion show for us! Not only has she been a model her entire life, she trains them too! I have also found some girls willing to donate their dresses and even drive them all the way to CC, but I have also had some nasty little emails. These emails are discouraging, but the thought of giving up is even more discouraging. So instead of replying to these emails I simply delete them.
Why do we have to get something in order to give? Why does everything we do have to benefit us? Can't we just do something nice for someone?
To me helping Relay is like putting money in the bank. The American Cancer Society and Relay for Life are constantly coming up with new treatments, coping instruments and support systems. When we give to Relay we are helping to find cures, treatments and help support anyone who has ever dealt with the disease. You never know when you or someone you love is going to be given the dreaded news that they have cancer. Don't wait until you need Relay to give, give now! Relay needs you!
Since announcing the prom expo and fashion show I have had lots of people calling about booths. These are people who make things....creative things! Some of these things don't go exactly with our theme, but I still wanted to include them. Most of them are donating all their profits to Relay or forming teams. I am so excited! These creative items include: Hand made hair bows, head bands, monogramming, monogrammed key rings, onesies, etc.......
Come to the show to see them in person!
I know it has been a while since I blogged, but it has been a crazy couple of days. I have some things to blog about, but I will wait until I can post pictures with them. That may be next week since Tim has my laptop right now. He is out of town for work so I sent it with him. I figured between 8 hours of school during the day, studying for a couple of hours at night and of course missing me, he might get a little bored.
Anyway I have had a couple of people call over the weekend about appointments. With the weather I am afraid to promise anybody anything. I have a list about a mile long of people waiting on spring! I have an appointment on Wednesday so hopefully the weather will cooperate!
