We're trying think of baby boy names to I googled the topic "Baby Boy Names" to get a few ideas. There's tons of name sites out there, so I just clicked on one.
ooohhhh, let's see what we got:
A'zweel, so then I skipped to the B's and got:
Baal-seriously, do people name their child Baal??? Hello, ever read a Bible?, oh and then
Balgair
Baldaph
Bartle--of course, it worked for the wine cooler guy
Bealantin
maybe this time I'll skip a few letters, let's try F
Fabert
Fafnir
Faodhagan
Feroze
Fitzgilbert
so maybe I'll start with Z and work my way back...
Zabad
Zanipolo
I mean REALLYYYYY!!!!!! ggrrrrrr! Whatever happened to normal names?? I'm all about a little unusual-ness, but come on!!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Inchies
HA-I signed up for an inchie swap on my meetup group thinking it would be a fun way to jump into the group since I've never really been very active, and to get my creative juices going since I've been in a slump lately...well...inchies!!
Who knew there was a whole new world out there that I have been completely unaware of?! I checked out some links on the group message boards, and then did a google search. There's hundreds of sites out there, and hundreds more galleries full of inchies to look at! I was in awe!
At first I thought this would be a quick and easy project, I mean, c'mon, it's an inch of paper for heaven's sake! But let me tell you, it was definitely harder than it looked!! First of all, I guess I had no idea of how small an inch really is! It is TINY! Second, when I had a 1" x 1" square cut out to get started, I realized none of my stamps were that small and neither were any of my punches. I definitely was not ready for this challenge! Too bad it's after 11pm, or I'd be at the local craft store buying up a storm to get this project off the ground. Maybe that's a good thing after all, since I thought this would be a good way to use up all the tiny scraps I keep thinking I'll use them one day.
Well, the idea finally hit me like a lightning bolt, and I cranked out the inchies for my swap. I think I'm hooked. I'm not extremely pleased with the results of my first foray into inchies, but they're not terrible. (I don't think) And now I'm already trying to think of better ones for next time! Back to the galleries...
Who knew there was a whole new world out there that I have been completely unaware of?! I checked out some links on the group message boards, and then did a google search. There's hundreds of sites out there, and hundreds more galleries full of inchies to look at! I was in awe!
At first I thought this would be a quick and easy project, I mean, c'mon, it's an inch of paper for heaven's sake! But let me tell you, it was definitely harder than it looked!! First of all, I guess I had no idea of how small an inch really is! It is TINY! Second, when I had a 1" x 1" square cut out to get started, I realized none of my stamps were that small and neither were any of my punches. I definitely was not ready for this challenge! Too bad it's after 11pm, or I'd be at the local craft store buying up a storm to get this project off the ground. Maybe that's a good thing after all, since I thought this would be a good way to use up all the tiny scraps I keep thinking I'll use them one day.
Well, the idea finally hit me like a lightning bolt, and I cranked out the inchies for my swap. I think I'm hooked. I'm not extremely pleased with the results of my first foray into inchies, but they're not terrible. (I don't think) And now I'm already trying to think of better ones for next time! Back to the galleries...
Christmas Bows
I finally have the tree all decorated. Yesterday I even made a wreath for the door, and garlands for the bannisters! I was quite proud of myself if I do say so myself! My craftiness just shined through!! HAHA Now, if only I could tie those big fluffy, pretty bows!!! I mean, really, I had 9 feet of ribbon, and only managed one tiny bow--like, barely bigger than what you'd put on a box under the tree!! How much ribbon does one need for a Christmas bow, I'd like to know????
This Much I Know is True
Finally, the end of this ordeal may be in sight!! I finally found legal assistance that saw the wrong being done-YAHOO!! So, looks like I'll be moving happily along in the next week or so. I conceded quite a bit that I did NOT have to simply to be out of the presence of such EVIL!! I was just at the point of "I'm done".
I've come to realize that my husband and kids deserve WAY better than a person completely consumed with hurt feelings, and constantly worrying about what bad surprise is coming next. Plus, they are the ones I care about and should spend time caring for and thinking of--not a stupid business partner!!
I know, and the people who know and love me know, that I did not deserve what's happened. People who don't even know the whole story realize how much of a bad person she is. I can see so much now that points to the fact that she was planning to screw me over from the very beginning. I just wish I had a jerk/thief radar. How do I seem to attract the bad apples so readily? All the way back to college I have attracted psychos the way some people pick up stray animals!!! It would almost be comical if not for the major disruption of my life!
So anyway...what happened was:
On November 5th my business partner changed the locks on our business. I caught her doing this, and she denied locking me out to my face!! AT least have the balls to tell the truth when asked point blank, ya know?!?!
On November 6th, someone from her lawyer's office delivered a letter to my home that she was dissolving the partnership and basically, I could not come back to the premises. I went to the store to talk to her and find out what was going on. She would not let me in, and refused to give me a key. So from that point it's been in the lawyer's hands.
On November 7th, I talked to the Sec. of State Office to find out how the partnership could be dissolved without my knowledge or signature or anything. I found out then that I had never been on the LLC in the first place. I signed it and she was supposed to mail it, but she didn't. What she sent in was in her name only!
Not until this past week, was it determined that I could have the things that actually belonged to me (completely documented and proven!) I left quite a bit, just to be able to be out of this mess. It wasn't justified; I could have taken it to court. It's a sad testament to the legal system, which so obviously favors the dishonest.
And, by the way, legal counsel said I could say all of this without worry of retribution!!
I've come to realize that my husband and kids deserve WAY better than a person completely consumed with hurt feelings, and constantly worrying about what bad surprise is coming next. Plus, they are the ones I care about and should spend time caring for and thinking of--not a stupid business partner!!
I know, and the people who know and love me know, that I did not deserve what's happened. People who don't even know the whole story realize how much of a bad person she is. I can see so much now that points to the fact that she was planning to screw me over from the very beginning. I just wish I had a jerk/thief radar. How do I seem to attract the bad apples so readily? All the way back to college I have attracted psychos the way some people pick up stray animals!!! It would almost be comical if not for the major disruption of my life!
So anyway...what happened was:
On November 5th my business partner changed the locks on our business. I caught her doing this, and she denied locking me out to my face!! AT least have the balls to tell the truth when asked point blank, ya know?!?!
On November 6th, someone from her lawyer's office delivered a letter to my home that she was dissolving the partnership and basically, I could not come back to the premises. I went to the store to talk to her and find out what was going on. She would not let me in, and refused to give me a key. So from that point it's been in the lawyer's hands.
On November 7th, I talked to the Sec. of State Office to find out how the partnership could be dissolved without my knowledge or signature or anything. I found out then that I had never been on the LLC in the first place. I signed it and she was supposed to mail it, but she didn't. What she sent in was in her name only!
Not until this past week, was it determined that I could have the things that actually belonged to me (completely documented and proven!) I left quite a bit, just to be able to be out of this mess. It wasn't justified; I could have taken it to court. It's a sad testament to the legal system, which so obviously favors the dishonest.
And, by the way, legal counsel said I could say all of this without worry of retribution!!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Evil people
I cannot stand backstabbers...people who lie and cheat and steal to get their way!!!! I'm in the midst of a situation that's really gotten me down, and it seems that things are working against me due to the fact that I have NOT been the one to decieve.
Good that has come so far is at least I am out of a bad situation and I don't have to endure the evil and stress on a daily basis-not directly anyway. I am already experiencing a new opportunity that I enjoy much more. And I have been drawn into a review of Scriptures, seeking comfort and advice from God first, which is where it should come from.
I am claiming Lamentations 3:59:
You have seen, O Lord, the wrong done to me. Uphold my cause!
Other verses of encouragment:
Proverbs 24:19-20
Do not fret because of evil men....for the evil man has no future hope.
Proverbs 20:22
Do not say "I'll pay you back for this wrong!" Wait for the Lord and He will deliver you.
It IS hard though, letting this be handled the legal way is SO slow! Of course, those around me have lots of thoughts to share on how I can fix the problem. I admit, revenge would be much quicker, and of course, more FUN. But it isn't the right way to handle things. This is SO frustrating!! I was completely blindsided by the turn of events that have taken place! I have been so stressed and utterly heart broken. I cannot fathom the planning that went into this deception. I can see now, the lying began on day 1. Thankfully, God has a plan for good for me, despite what others intend for harm. He wasn't taken by surprise in any of this, and he is already leading me to better things.
Good that has come so far is at least I am out of a bad situation and I don't have to endure the evil and stress on a daily basis-not directly anyway. I am already experiencing a new opportunity that I enjoy much more. And I have been drawn into a review of Scriptures, seeking comfort and advice from God first, which is where it should come from.
I am claiming Lamentations 3:59:
You have seen, O Lord, the wrong done to me. Uphold my cause!
Other verses of encouragment:
Proverbs 24:19-20
Do not fret because of evil men....for the evil man has no future hope.
Proverbs 20:22
Do not say "I'll pay you back for this wrong!" Wait for the Lord and He will deliver you.
It IS hard though, letting this be handled the legal way is SO slow! Of course, those around me have lots of thoughts to share on how I can fix the problem. I admit, revenge would be much quicker, and of course, more FUN. But it isn't the right way to handle things. This is SO frustrating!! I was completely blindsided by the turn of events that have taken place! I have been so stressed and utterly heart broken. I cannot fathom the planning that went into this deception. I can see now, the lying began on day 1. Thankfully, God has a plan for good for me, despite what others intend for harm. He wasn't taken by surprise in any of this, and he is already leading me to better things.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
Edisto for Thanksgiving
I am so excited! This year Todd's family is renting a house at Edisto, and we're all going there for Thanksgiving! YAY. I haven't been to the Lowcountry in a while, and I LOVE it there, so I am psyched!! The kids are excited too. It'll be nice to actually see Todd for a few days since he's been working so much overtime lately.
Being the photographer, I am already thinking what clothes to take to match everyone up for some beautiful coastal photographs. I've been referring back to my posing books so I'll be ready for the large group photo, too. Plus, I really love taking beach/coastal landscape photos. I will be in photographer heaven---as long as it doesn't rain!
Also, we'll be going down on Wednesday, so that means I won't have to miss the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade while we're driving this year. WOOHOO! I love watching the parade, and staying in my pajamas until it's over! That's as much part of my holiday tradition as the turkey itself!
Being the photographer, I am already thinking what clothes to take to match everyone up for some beautiful coastal photographs. I've been referring back to my posing books so I'll be ready for the large group photo, too. Plus, I really love taking beach/coastal landscape photos. I will be in photographer heaven---as long as it doesn't rain!
Also, we'll be going down on Wednesday, so that means I won't have to miss the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade while we're driving this year. WOOHOO! I love watching the parade, and staying in my pajamas until it's over! That's as much part of my holiday tradition as the turkey itself!
New to Blogging
So, I've finally gotten a blog...now what? I've read lots of blogs covering all kinds of topics. But, I don't know where to start. Well, here's my first blog post...don't worry, they'll get better!
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