1. A few weeks ago the kids and I were at the car wash vacuuming the car when I thought I spied Amie's suburban pulling in. My kids call that place "Amie's car wash" so it wouldn't have been a surprise to see her there. I was totally gawking at the car as it pulled in, but it wasn't Amie. The crazy thing is it turned out to Melinda!! She hadn't noticed me gawking at her like a socially retarded ninny, so she was surprised when she got out of her car and was greeted by me.
{This is really bad, late-night, outdoor lighting.}2. Last week I got together at Kneaders with Lara, who was in town from Texas. We thought there would be more bloggers joining us, but I was the only one to show up so I got to have her all to myself. It was delightful except for our disappointing food. Lara is one of the most interesting people I know. I wish I could be half as articulate and well versed on subjects as she is...seriously!
3. I want to go on a last-minute summer vacation so badly that I've been trying to put something together all week. It looked like we might be going to visit Randy's family in Illinois, but it turns out his brother's companion tickets were still going to cost us $600. Then I was thinking we could drive to California to stay with Missy Claudia. I figured if we spent our time at the beach and at her pool we wouldn't be spending a lot of money, but with gas and food it would still end up being a pricey trip. I haven't given up yet, but we may need to vacation in Salt Lake or Park City...we shall see.
4. I have received some more birthday goodness and need to share.
Kim Sue sent me a copy of her local Mississippi magazine complete with sticky notes on various pages pointing out places and people she knows. It was a clever idea and a fun gift. Thanks Kim Sue!!
Michelle surprised me by sending me some of her fabulous birthday tags. I love these and have loved seeing them come through the mail on various gifts. Thanks Michelle!!
Barb sent me this cute, birthday postcard with this nice quote on it. Thanks Barb!!
Carlo sent me a very nice birthday card and this cute package of postage stamps. I was thrilled! It's so funny to me that I get so giddy when I receive stamps, but I do. Thanks Carlo!!
Liz sent me this beautiful composition book that she made. It's great, thanks Liz!!
5. I finished reading The Shadow of the Wind last week and am bummed that it's over. It was totally engrossing, I found myself wanting to read all the time (I love it when that happens). I would linger in bed in the morning reading it, and stay up late at night reading it as well. I need another book like that now.
I love the random nature of Five for Friday posts. I feel better having posted about these things, because I wasn't sure where to stick them in otherwise. Ahh blogging, I love it so.
**Do you have random stuff to post?
Are you reading anything great?
Have you run into any bloggers?
Is your camera always with you?**
Are you reading anything great?
Have you run into any bloggers?
Is your camera always with you?**
16 comments:
What about a vacation in Yellowstone Jill?
We have taken the kids there a couple of different times and we LOVE it every time!~
I laughed when I saw the title of your post 'cause I did the same thing today :)
We are going camping in a month and I am sooo looking forward to getting away on a vacation.
The car wash story was amusing :)
Have a great weekend!
is my camera with me...no....hopefully sometihng will turn out. Remeber the disney/bear damage? I still think you should make the trip. Go to the BYU Board and see who you could catch a ride with...heehehehehehheheheheh....well, you know you are more than welcomed over here anytime missy. I think we would have a wonderful time. I wished i could have joined you and Lara on that lunch...I always enjoy her posts...and it would be nice to meet her. Too bad the food wasn't good. I hate when that happens. So don't give up missy....come on down. We will even venture to take you out of the country...bring passports and birthcertificates!--I did not mean to scare you off...but you are international now...so! its your kids turn!
how about alaska for vacation? just kidding- airfare is insane and driving will drive you insane. but if you ever come up here, you are welcome to stay with us!!
so really- i'm an idiot b/c i didn't catch your birthday in time. i am looking for something to send to you- and by the time i remember to get it and send it, it will likely be november, so be on the watch. :)
I posted my randomness today too, Jill. How fun to have a trip to plan. Luci is already asking me where we can go for Labor Day but I think we'll just be doing a day trip somewhere, not even an overnighter. Luckily we can drive to the beach in just an hour and the kids don't mind at all that the water is brown.
Wow, you read the book club book early this time! I still need to pick it up. I'm glad it's such an engrossing read. I'm about to finish Return of the Native, a nice short little 318 page book that's taken me three months to read.
love random thoughts of everyday life and am so glad for blogging to give us the forum to put them down for the future.
good luck finding something to do for one last hooray before school starts ... how about house swapping with some of your family/friends?
Hey, Yellowstone is a great idea! I've always wanted to go there. It's pretty close, and you could even camp if you want! Sounds like a pretty cheap vacation.
I try to keep my camera with me at all times, but I am not as vigilant as you.
I'm not reading anything right now, but I'm about to start The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay, which is a Pulitzer prizewinner, so I have high hopes. Thanks so much for coming over today.
I just started The Shadow of the Wind and except for a little too much skin and an unnecessary f-word, I've done nothing today but read 100 very entertaining pages! Looking forward to book club on Wednesday!
I just read the other comments and am laughing that Michelle would suggest YOU camp! I've had at least 4 people tell me that Yellowstone is cool just in the last month- but there are options besides camping- which I had the distinct impression you were not a fan of! I hope you find something fun for ALL of you to do!
I love the 5 for Friday idea. I have a few random things I could stick all in one post.
I need a good book. Maybe I'll check out that one.
I love the idea of Five for Friday!
Life is so busy and I'm bummed because I'm missed some of your posts :(
I'll try catching up today!
I'm sure you guys will have a fun vacation wherever you go!
I loved this post! Yes, I always have random things to post. Thanks for the book recommendation. I love those kind of books that you just can't put down:) I loved Snow Flower and the Secret Fan. I thought it was one of those can't put down type of book.
Funny you ran in to Melinda. I find my self taking double takes all the time when I think I know someone (especially in AZ)
I actually just mailed you a package, I think I am a LITTLE late, but better late than never.
Doug and I were just talking about the same thing. We really wanted to go somewhere as well. Unfortunately putting in the front yard won. Rats!
I can't wait to read The Shadow of the Wind-it sounds sooo good.
I like Dana's Yellowstone suggestion! Or honestly if you just drive to another city and stay in a hotel, it will feel like vacation, even if it's close. There's lots of local places to visit-museums, theme parks (I've heard Boondocks is really fun) and such. Anyway, good luck with that-I'm excited to see what you come up with.
Cute pictures of you and Melinda and Lara.
I love these posts to get caught up on the random things I don't want to forget.
Sorry about the lack of vacation... too bad I am not more fun... I am at the point where everything feels like one more thing, even if it is a vacation, and dollars are the first thing I see when I think of going somewhere too.
Yellowstone would be fun... we still haven't taken the kids. You can camp with us next weekend. The kids would love it (you - make me a little nervous). It is cheap.
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