So, I have been away from the internets....

Here's why:

I finally broke down and got some cable for the house. Not even good cable, mind you. The most basic of basic. With On-Demand. Now, that right there...that's the problem. I have been browsing the On-Demand all night when the boys have gone to sleep, when I should be sleeping, thereby, majorly screwing with my already dodgy sleep schedule. This means, I have been falling asleep somewhere around 3-4 AM and sleeping till past 1 PM every day that I was off. And for what?

This:

I am a sucker for geneology shows. It is interesting to find out how we got here.



I don't even know why I am hooked on this show. Bronson Pinchot is a bit of a dork, and really doesn't do anything but order others around. But, I do like it. And, I want to adopt his assistant, Mikey.

Simply, beautiful.






What is there not to love about a show that follows baby animals from birth through the first weeks of life.



And there is the guilty pleasure. As a rule, I tend to avoid "reality" programming. But I do like this show. It is quick, and T and Coco are such a cute couple.



I even watched an episode of this:


I hate this show. Why do I do that to myself?

And, then there is all the PBS!!! My very favorites being:







And Sherlock is coming back in MAY!!!

Now that I have made a TV glutton of myself, I will be able to resume normal functions. Like leaving my house from time to time, reading, sewing, knitting and other things that do not include a remote in my hand.

W. :)

Sing along Saturday is preempted to share this...

I love Downton Abbey. This spoof is so funny, and spot on! My favorite part would have to be poor Mr. Bates...

W. :)

Fill in the blank Friday

Fill in the Blank Friday courtesy of the Little Things We Do.

1. My greatest strength is my ability to roll with the punches. I adapt easily to change. Which has served me well in life.


2. My greatest weakness is my tendency to procrastinate. What's the big hurry. It will get done eventually.

3. People always compliment me on my curly hair. I don't know if it genuine, or just trying to make me feel better, since I hate my hair.

4. If you found me procrastinating you'd probably find me doing anything except that which needs to be done. TV, driving around, reading, blogging, etc, etc.

5. The most cozy place in all the world is yet to be discovered. However, I do like to curl up under a quilt on my sofa now and again.


6. Something new that I tried recently was actually using other settings on my camera other than automatic.


7. This weekend I would like to well what I would like to do is get my sewing machine out and work on refashioning skirts. But, what I will be doing is working. :P

W. :)

Sunday at the Cemetery .....

On Sunday, the Kiddo and I visited the Lexington Cemetery. We had visited it before a few years ago in the winter. Winter does not do this place justice. Springtime here is absolutely gorgeous!




Most of the roads in the cemetery were lined with beautiful flowering trees like the ones above. I can not even begin to describe the smell of the place. It was awesome and sweet.









All of the grounds were carpeted in these wildflowers. Beautiful.



The dogwoods are all in bloom. Growing up in North Carolina, my elementary school was located directly across from a cemetery, and I remember the white dogwoods. I didn't know they came in pink and coral.





There a beautiful ponds and fountains. And there were some visitors from the north there.





There is a sizable military section in this cemetery.



This one is definitely remembered.



After our visit to the dead, we went visit some new babies.




And had lunch at Jimmy John's, which was....

Bonus song for Sing Along Saturday!!

Just cuz it's fun!

W. :)

♫Sing along Saturday!!♫

Oh, Adele. Do you always know exactly how we feel?

So, speaking of making someone feel loved, try this on for size:

A Powerful Three-Step Algorithm for Happiness

Imagine if the key to happiness was to not make yourself feel better, but to make someone else feel better. To make someone else feel loved and appreciated.

And, how do you understand love? How do you express love? What is your Love Language?

I have been perusing the 5 Love Languages website, and it states that most people have a specific Love Language. They are:

1: Words of Affirmation
Actions don’t always speak louder than words. If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you. Hearing the words, “I love you,” are important—hearing the reasons behind that love sends your spirits skyward. Insults can leave you shattered and are not easily forgotten.

2: Quality Time
In the vernacular of Quality Time, nothing says, “I love you,” like full, undivided attention. Being there for this type of person is critical, but really being there—with the TV off, fork and knife down, and all chores and tasks on standby—makes your significant other feel truly special and loved. Distractions, postponed dates, or the failure to listen can be especially hurtful.

3: Receiving Gifts
Don’t mistake this love language for materialism; the receiver of gifts thrives on the love, thoughtfulness, and effort behind the gift. If you speak this language, the perfect gift or gesture shows that you are known, you are cared for, and you are prized above whatever was sacrificed to bring the gift to you. A missed birthday, anniversary, or a hasty, thoughtless gift would be disastrous—so would the absence of everyday gestures.

4: Acts of Service
Can vacuuming the floors really be an expression of love? Absolutely! Anything you do to ease the burden of responsibilities weighing on an “Acts of Service” person will speak volumes. The words he or she most want to hear: “Let me do that for you.” Laziness, broken commitments, and making more work for them tell speakers of this language their feelings don’t matter.

5: Physical Touch
This language isn’t all about the bedroom. A person whose primary language is Physical Touch is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, holding hands, and thoughtful touches on the arm, shoulder, or face—they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive

I am a #2, with some #3 & #4 thrown into the mix. I would rather spend a great day doing stuff together, maybe get a card once in a while, and if I woke up to dinner cooked, that would be great!

My husband is #5 & #1. Talk about a mismatch! Husbeast is all touchy-touchy and verbal stroking. Not my cuppatea at all.

I am looking forward to getting this book from the library. I want to see how we can learn to give each other what the other needs. You'd think we'd know this by now, being together 20 years, and all that....

W. :)

Doing the happy dance....

Because....

other than a meeting Monday evening...

I am off work until next Thursday!!!!! Woot woot!!

Trying to get my ass in gear, and get all my transcripts sent to KY so I can start school this summer. It is ridiculous that I am a college graduate, have been out of high school for nearly 25 years, and I have to turn in a high school transcript. Sucks.... There are people old enough to drink and rent cars that were born after I graduated high school.

Plus, this endeavor will grant me the grand opportunity to call my high school, and deal with the ever-so-rude people that work there. PPlllbblltt! :p

W. :)