I am thankful today that I can be myself, I'm a big girl, who can make her own decisions, and if you have a problem with it, then, that is your personal issue and quite frankly, you can go to hell. :)
Yesterday was the Presidential Election. I spent most of the night watching the polls close, and the announcements read. It upset me that so many people were blatantly racist, and quite simply rude on their comments on social networking sights. Sadly, some of these were friends, or relatives of mine.
I voted for Obama, and I still stand behind him. Yes, he has made a few mistakes, and no, he hasn't kept some of his promises yet, but I have faith. People will always complain about the President, I'm sure I would be complaining right now if it was Romney as the President-Elect.
To say as I've seen so many people say, "Obama has screwed us", I don't really think this is right to say. How can one person screw billions? The thing is, he can't make anything happen with out Congress and the Senate behind him.
Yes, our economy isn't the best right now, but it is far better than it was in March 2008, when my husband was laid off for 6 months, and we had to fight for food stamps, and unemployment. Flash Forward to the year 2011, Trevor made more than he did the whole year of 2008, and he only worked 1.5 months of the year, and was Laid off for 6 months, and on workers comp the 4.5 months.
There have been cuts in spending across the board, and the people whose spending has been cut are upset, and blame Obama, but he is trying to help the big picture here, that was shattered over 8 years under Bush. You might not be able to see that, and I know it is hard when your pay is cut, or whatever issues you may have.
In 4 years, we will have another chance to fight about who is better to run our country, I can only hope and pray that we can all get along, and see others points of view.
On another note, I was very pleased to see that 3 states have passed Marriage Equality. I hope and pray that this is something that will soon sweep the nation. I can't imagine being told I didn't have the right to marry the love of my life.
While I have my own personal views on abortion, I definitely was happy to see that the 2 candidates who made the stupid comments about pregnancy by rape being gods plan, and the other comments, were not Elected. A woman should always have rights over her own body, regardless of my beliefs, or anyone else's, it is her decision.
If you don't like what I have written here today, that is okay. You don't have to read anything else I write on my blog, I will survive without a reader or two.
Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
November 6-Right to vote!
Today I am thankful for my right to vote. I will be voting tonight at 6pm, when Trevor gets home from work. I will be voting for 4 more years with Obama as our president.
I am voting the way I am because I do my research. Everyone should do their own research on their candidates. Don't vote solely on the fact that your parents, spouse, celebs, papers, news tells you who you should vote for. Of course these are great options to use in your research, just use your brain.
I have friends who are republican, and democrats. I love them all the same way. I'm just proud of them for making up their own minds.
I am voting the way I am because I do my research. Everyone should do their own research on their candidates. Don't vote solely on the fact that your parents, spouse, celebs, papers, news tells you who you should vote for. Of course these are great options to use in your research, just use your brain.
I have friends who are republican, and democrats. I love them all the same way. I'm just proud of them for making up their own minds.
Monday, November 5, 2012
November 5- Friends..."sisters"
Today, I am thankful for my best friends. I have several great friends in my life, and I am very lucky for that. I have 3 that are closer than "friends" they are my sisters.
Emily Merrill has been my friends since we were 4 years old, so, that is the last 28 years of my life she has been there. I am 4 days older than her. We were attached at the hip as kids. There have been months where we haven't spoken, but when we talk, or get together, it is as though not a moment has passed. She is my sister, always has been, always will be.
Kristina Beba and I have been friends since we were 11, so, again, that is 21 years! Wow, Tina, our relationship is old enough to drink! :) Kristina is 11 days older than I am, and I don't let her forget it. :) Tina was there for me through the roughest parts of my life, when I didn't speak to anyone in my family other than my mother. We have had times where we hated eachother, but deep down, even if we never mentioned it, we always loved one another. Once again, like Emily, she is my sister, always and forever.
Angela Sorensen is very special to me. She is the first person I called a Bit#%. I'm pretty sure I got in quite a bit of trouble over that one. It bonded us immediately. :) Angela is 2 years younger than I am, however, we were inseperable for several years.
Girls, thank you for always being there to support me, even when we didn't see eye to eye. I will always cherish our friendships.
Emily Merrill has been my friends since we were 4 years old, so, that is the last 28 years of my life she has been there. I am 4 days older than her. We were attached at the hip as kids. There have been months where we haven't spoken, but when we talk, or get together, it is as though not a moment has passed. She is my sister, always has been, always will be.
Kristina Beba and I have been friends since we were 11, so, again, that is 21 years! Wow, Tina, our relationship is old enough to drink! :) Kristina is 11 days older than I am, and I don't let her forget it. :) Tina was there for me through the roughest parts of my life, when I didn't speak to anyone in my family other than my mother. We have had times where we hated eachother, but deep down, even if we never mentioned it, we always loved one another. Once again, like Emily, she is my sister, always and forever.
Angela Sorensen is very special to me. She is the first person I called a Bit#%. I'm pretty sure I got in quite a bit of trouble over that one. It bonded us immediately. :) Angela is 2 years younger than I am, however, we were inseperable for several years.
Girls, thank you for always being there to support me, even when we didn't see eye to eye. I will always cherish our friendships.
Sunday, November 4, 2012
November 4-Brothers
Today, I am thankful for my big brothers. I have two, who are amazing! We have had our ups and downs, but they are always there when I need them, and that is very important.
Rocky, is the oldest, he gives me a hard time, and is really the only other person other than Trevor who can get away with giving me so much crap.
Sam is two years older than me. He is very kind, and loving.
We might not be as close as other families, however, that doesn't mean we don't love each other just as much.
Thank you big brothers for being there for me when I have needed you, even if I didn't think I did. :)
Rocky, is the oldest, he gives me a hard time, and is really the only other person other than Trevor who can get away with giving me so much crap.
Sam is two years older than me. He is very kind, and loving.
We might not be as close as other families, however, that doesn't mean we don't love each other just as much.
Thank you big brothers for being there for me when I have needed you, even if I didn't think I did. :)
Saturday, November 3, 2012
November 3- Mom
Today, I am thankful for my mom. She has always been there for me no matter the distance. I talk to her at lease 5-6 times a week, sometimes twice a day.
I am very thankful for her, I really couldn't ask for a better mom. She is the closest friend I have besides Trevor.
I remember times when I was in school, probably 10 or so, mom would come into the room, and say, "oh, you don't look so good, maybe you should stay home today...." And, we would play hookie, and relax at home, or do so many fun things! I have so many great memories of her, and I am thankful for every moment we can spend together.
She will be coming to Texas in February for a few weeks, and I am so excited to show her around!
I am very thankful for her, I really couldn't ask for a better mom. She is the closest friend I have besides Trevor.
I remember times when I was in school, probably 10 or so, mom would come into the room, and say, "oh, you don't look so good, maybe you should stay home today...." And, we would play hookie, and relax at home, or do so many fun things! I have so many great memories of her, and I am thankful for every moment we can spend together.
She will be coming to Texas in February for a few weeks, and I am so excited to show her around!
Friday, November 2, 2012
November 2-Weekends!!
Today, I am thankful for WEEKENDS!
Most of our lives are spent at work, or being busy doing so many things. I start my countdown Monday morning when I get Trevor off to work....I hate the work week! Granted, I am lucky to get to stay home, and I keep quite busy doing different things all week, but I miss my husband when he is away anywhere from 12-16 hours a day all week!
Sometimes we don't get a weekend, because he has to work, but when he does have a weekend, we usually are up to something. This weekend, however, we have no plans, other than being lazy around the house. Trevor has a cold, and he needs rest to get better.
On our weekends, we usually make some type of yummy breakfast, and then argue as to what to have for lunch and dinner... (We both hate deciding this) So, usually we will take turns deciding....
Life is amazing when you have someone special to spend your time with...Too bad the weekends aren't 4 days, and work week 3 days! :)
Most of our lives are spent at work, or being busy doing so many things. I start my countdown Monday morning when I get Trevor off to work....I hate the work week! Granted, I am lucky to get to stay home, and I keep quite busy doing different things all week, but I miss my husband when he is away anywhere from 12-16 hours a day all week!
Sometimes we don't get a weekend, because he has to work, but when he does have a weekend, we usually are up to something. This weekend, however, we have no plans, other than being lazy around the house. Trevor has a cold, and he needs rest to get better.
On our weekends, we usually make some type of yummy breakfast, and then argue as to what to have for lunch and dinner... (We both hate deciding this) So, usually we will take turns deciding....
Life is amazing when you have someone special to spend your time with...Too bad the weekends aren't 4 days, and work week 3 days! :)
Thursday, November 1, 2012
November 1st--What I'm thankful for....
Today is the first day of November, and as always, I have so many things to be thankful for! My goal for this month is to write a short entry of what I am thankful for that day....I have 30 days of this....So, here we go!
November 1st, I'm thankful for my husband Trevor. I'm thankful for him every day of my life! He has totally changed my life, and made it so much better.
Trevor is sweet, caring, funny, talented, hard working, and most importantly he is my husband! Trevor has brought so much into my life that I will always be thankful for him. He does anything, and everything for me, and takes such good care of me.
Every day is an adventure with Trevor. He is my best friend, and I will always follow him wherever he goes.
So, Trevor Donley Gregory, THANK YOU for being my husband, and best friend!
November 1st, I'm thankful for my husband Trevor. I'm thankful for him every day of my life! He has totally changed my life, and made it so much better.
Trevor is sweet, caring, funny, talented, hard working, and most importantly he is my husband! Trevor has brought so much into my life that I will always be thankful for him. He does anything, and everything for me, and takes such good care of me.
Every day is an adventure with Trevor. He is my best friend, and I will always follow him wherever he goes.
So, Trevor Donley Gregory, THANK YOU for being my husband, and best friend!
Wednesday, October 31, 2012
October Challenge Recap!!
Well, with 22 crock pot meals throughout the month of October, I met my challenge of doing 5 meals a week! I'm so very proud, and excited!!
Now, trying to figure out what to do for the November challenge....I'm not sure it is going to be a cooking challenge, rather than a blog challenge....
On Facebook several friends do a "what I'm thankful for" status each day. I'm going to do a blog about what I am thankful for each day. I am very excited about trying this out, we will be seeing family, and that is always something to be thankful for!
Now, trying to figure out what to do for the November challenge....I'm not sure it is going to be a cooking challenge, rather than a blog challenge....
On Facebook several friends do a "what I'm thankful for" status each day. I'm going to do a blog about what I am thankful for each day. I am very excited about trying this out, we will be seeing family, and that is always something to be thankful for!
Day 31-chicken tortillas
This was a combination of ideas from Trevor and myself.
1 lb chicken
1 can black beans (drain & rinse)
1 can diced tomatoes and chilies
1 can tomato sauce
2 cups frozen corn
1 cup water
You can add taco seasoning or chili seasoning for additional flavor.
Put together in the crock pot on low for 5-6 hours.
Serve with Spanish Rice and tortillas. Yum!! :)
1 lb chicken
1 can black beans (drain & rinse)
1 can diced tomatoes and chilies
1 can tomato sauce
2 cups frozen corn
1 cup water
You can add taco seasoning or chili seasoning for additional flavor.
Put together in the crock pot on low for 5-6 hours.
Serve with Spanish Rice and tortillas. Yum!! :)
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Day 30-Italian Soup
I had pulled some hamburger out of the freezer yesterday, however, I had no idea what to do with it!! So, I looked through the blogs I follow, and the magazine I bought about Crock pot cooking, but nothing really interested me....
So, I looked through the pantry and found a few options....everything is pretty much in half for us, if you have more to feed, just double this recipe!! :)
1/2 lb burger(browned with salt/pepper)
1/2 onion(cook with burger)
1 tsp Italian seasonings
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1 can black beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can Italian style diced tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
Put all in the crock pot cook for 5-6 hours on low....
So, I looked through the pantry and found a few options....everything is pretty much in half for us, if you have more to feed, just double this recipe!! :)
1/2 lb burger(browned with salt/pepper)
1/2 onion(cook with burger)
1 tsp Italian seasonings
1/2 tsp garlic salt
1 can black beans
1 can kidney beans
1 can Italian style diced tomatoes
2 cups beef broth
Put all in the crock pot cook for 5-6 hours on low....
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