Monday, February 28, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
Saturday, February 26, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
Monday, February 21, 2011
Sometimes you just Need something Fun...
This man is just soooo damn sexy.. but with a sense of humor... a lethal combination.. hmmm *grinz*
Monday.. *sigh* again...
Ever had one of those bad hair days.. lol I think I'm working on a bad hair year.. oh well living life a day at a time .. all we can do...
Freaking Winter
I am so freaking over winter!!! Took me a hour to shovel this morning. Then while I was out there the damn snow plow driver went past for the 2nd time and pushed more snow into my drive. Not only snow but ice as well on top of the snow. Sighs...I need a man..to shovel, yeah that's it.Sunday, February 20, 2011
Saturday, February 19, 2011
Friday, February 18, 2011
Tunes
Sometimes you hear a song, and it just sticks with you... I heard this one on the radio the other day, and it just struck a chord deep inside me.. well *smiles* just listen..
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Spring Fever
Almost 50 degrees in Western Michigan today. The blizzard snow is melting like mad. I see grass. Pitchers and Catchers reported for Spring Training this week, and I ALMOST wanna open the windows....yep I got it.....SPRING FEVER!!!!!!Tuesday, February 15, 2011
See You on the Other Side--for Scott
I know this isn't your usual kind of music, but the song speaks volumes. It's special to me and I hope it speaks to you as it does to me.
Monday, February 14, 2011
today
Today was a day like no other.
Our family has waited three days in hopes of waking from a bad dream. At sunrise this morning, sitting on my back deck … the reality was there.
We went through the motions. Friends, family, neighbors and business associates were here paying their respects to our family.
This was to be a “Celebration of Life”. Several persons had been asked to speak and share memories with the assembly of people, myself being one of them.
This place was crazy over the weekend but I managed to get some alone time Sunday and tried to get some thoughts on what to say. I was looking for something that would be a blessing for his widow, his children and my mother. I had no problem thinking of things. I decided I would just wing it.
Today I was to say a few things, close out the celebration and invite the guest to our home place.
I have never had a problem speaking and holding the attention of others.
Today was different.
As the director became aware I was having some trouble … a song was played.
My attempt to deliver my words failed again.
My words were, “ I have slain a few dragons in my time …some big ones. My brother was always at my side. For reasons I don’t understand … and never will except … he is not here today ... I am on my own now. I am not ashamed of my sadness or tears or the inability to tell you about the good times … I loved my brother. If the amount of people, tears and sadness in this chapel represents that ... I want his wife, children and his mother to look around ... you two ladies done something right with that guy. I know he would’nt expect me to be able to keep myself together today … just as I would not expect him to.”
About that time … this kid I have told you about … the one I call Kalli … she stood and started walking up to the podium where I was.
She took my hand and told them, “ I know my Uncle Mike would expect me to help my Dad, he just lost his best friend.”
With that My Kalli told stories about her Uncle Mike and the other members of our family. ( The most liked story was about the time he tossed his wife in the pool and she lost her bottoms)
Not a sad face in the crowd by the time she finished with em'.
I know by the offlines that have come in for days over my messengers and emails … prayers have gone out for my family. I thank all of you … they work… right Dreambaby?
Keep them coming ... there is a huge void in Texas.
Kirsti … you earned your wings darlin.
Scott
Sunday, February 13, 2011
Almost Home ...
I want to thank all of you for your kind posts.
Every post has made a sad time sparkle a little. I admittedly stayed away from the blog to allow myself time to clear my head so to understand the words all of you left.
The last few days have been a time of craziness for my family. Trying to make some sense out of this sudden death. Trying to find words that would pacify my nieces and nephews. Trying to assure and comfort the wife, the mother and the sister of this man.
The service is 10 AM Monday morning. While at the funeral home my sister-in-law realizes that that is Valentines Day., the day my brother proposed to her years ago. She started thinking she needed to change the service for Tuesday for sentimental reasons. She asked my opinion… I told her “ to change the day to Tuesday … THAT day would always be referred to as ‘the day after he proposed’ … to change it to Wednesday would make it ‘THAT day two days after’ … there are 365 days to pick from … NONE of them will seem right. All of our hearts are broken and involved in this … we have a lot to get through.” she agreed that was what we needed.
I have been asked to speak at the ‘Celebration of Life’ for my brother tomorrow.
I could talk about him for days … but I still don’t have my thoughts together.
The song I’ve posted was one of his favorites.
Now he is home.
I kinda miss and like all of you ... *smiles*
Thanks for the comments and posts.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
To my special friend in Texas...
My Big Brother...
You showed me a lot of things,
I learned a lot I didn't know,
But you forgot to teach me one last thing
How to let you go,
I know you didn't mean to leave me,
Sometimes we have no choice,
I miss being your little brother,
Hearing my name called by your voice,
I wish I got to say "I Love You"
Before you were given to the sky,
If god could grant me one last wish
I'd ask to say "Goodbye"
You always meant a lot to me,
I could never love you less,
I Know It's True When They Say
"HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST"
God bless you and your family Scott.Lee
You showed me a lot of things,
I learned a lot I didn't know,
But you forgot to teach me one last thing
How to let you go,
I know you didn't mean to leave me,
Sometimes we have no choice,
I miss being your little brother,
Hearing my name called by your voice,
I wish I got to say "I Love You"
Before you were given to the sky,
If god could grant me one last wish
I'd ask to say "Goodbye"
You always meant a lot to me,
I could never love you less,
I Know It's True When They Say
"HE ONLY TAKES THE BEST"
God bless you and your family Scott.Lee
Friday, February 11, 2011
Scott
In times like these sometimes it is hard to know what to say. Everyone says I am sorry but it really doesn't seem like enough. Nothing does. A hug and a smile sometimes go a long long way. You and I are pretty new friends so I don't know all the stories about your family, but I do know that I got the sense of the closeness and the love. And that will get you though the hard days and nights ahead. Please know that all of us here love you and care about you greatly.
You are in my thoughts and prayers Scottie.
Huggsss
You are in my thoughts and prayers Scottie.
Huggsss
Scott.Lee
Such sad news for all of us to share.
As I sat and read the different comments left here for you, I noticed how there was a common thread in each one of them that seemed to go beyond the expression of condolences.
Over the years you have carefully shared parts of your real. I am sure more to some than others, but still all of us have had the magic that your personality displays so well.
You have shared events and traditions that your family have, and I know for a fact, a few of those traditions have been added to homes all over the states. One of the most precious things you share with us is how close and caring you family is. That’s such a blessing.
You have shared with us many of your playful happenings as well as serious life situations. All bringing us closer to you and seeing inside your world.
I was just thinking of stories you have shared with me/us about your brother. The playfulness between you two. The respect for one another. The role the two of you shared after the loss of you Dad as the men of the family. My personal observation includes the way you two carried on and continued to live his accomplishments and dreams.
Honoring his wife like only a son can do.
All those things are what makes up the untouchable memories Scott.
Those are the things that you will share with the children left behind. No doubt in my mind you will bless those children over and over.
You told me once that he was your ‘hero’. You told me about a time the two of you shared in the mountains of New Mexico for about a month. I smiled then when you called him your ’hero’ just as I am now.
Looks like you get to be his Hero now. Taking care of his mother, his wife. His children and the family.
That’s a pretty tall order but my money is on you darlin.
I pray for your strength, your understanding and your inner peace as your heart mends.
God bless your family.
SO many of us are here for you. Unconditional.
In our own way … you are our ‘Hero’ too .
Love ya Scott.Lee
For Scotty and Family
Sometimes when someone you love is hurting.. its so hard to know what to say.. Scotty you were there for me when my Nanny passed, and you have been there for me in so many different ways.. You are truely a wonderful dear friend.. and I love you with all my heart.. I know you are all going through a very rough time right now.. and the people you love trying to find the right words to help you... sometimes just seem so trite and get to the point where if you hear sorry one more time you will scream.. Scotty you sent me a song when Nanny passed.. it seems to be the way we have of helping each other.. so here is one for you and your family.. I hope it helps.. Know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.. God bless...
Thursday, February 10, 2011
02.10.11
Today started a little different for my family, my friends and myself.
For some reason, a reason that I will probably never understand, my brother was taken from us.
Not only was he taken from a wife, two daughters and a son, a sister, nieces and nephews, his mother... but also from a younger brother that thought he was a pretty cool guy.
Things are not making much sense around here right now ... and I find myself wondering if they ever will again.
We hear that admitting there is a problem is the beginning of healing...
I am admitting there is a problem ... our family has a big hole in it.
M.D.W.
4/22/56 - 2/10/11
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
Monday, February 7, 2011
Thank You Texas...
Your Cowboys had to lose on purpose...I know that now, they couldn't play at home for the Super Bowl....a great show of sportsmanship losing allllll those games.
The weather was perfect..played in a beautiful stadium....the half time show was outstanding (BOOM!!! BOOM!!! BOOM!!!) it was a great game...and the outcome...well, thanks TEXAS for cheering for the BEST TEAM IN THE NFL!
It really was a great day!!!
The weather was perfect..played in a beautiful stadium....the half time show was outstanding (BOOM!!! BOOM!!! BOOM!!!) it was a great game...and the outcome...well, thanks TEXAS for cheering for the BEST TEAM IN THE NFL!
It really was a great day!!!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Super Bowl.... the aftermath
Sighs... um... Scott Lee... Sorry baby... just wasn't their day.
(I tried to say that with a straight face and everything!)
Don't drown your sorrows too much................ tomorrow will be a better day. Come find me...*grins*
Scottie....
SOOOO who won?? PACKERS!!!!!!!
Now I could go on and on cause my team beat your team and that you never followed thru with our little bet cause you knew your team would lose but would I do that?? I mean really?? Just cause my team is better than your team doesn't mean that I am gonna rub in the fact that the Packers lead the Steelers thru the whole game. And your team threw 3 interceptions. No I wouldn't go on and on about it.
Um well hell yeah I would!!!
GO PACK GO!!!!!!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Speaking of Super Bowl.....
Snow Snow Snow
So many times when I say to some of you about it being cold here in my part of Texas ... I get a reply like , " What ... 45 or 50 degrees?"
Let it be known that I have flown into cold places for hunting and I knew it was a choice. My option was "GO HOME to Texas if you want to thaw!"
It as simple as this ... I AM HOME and it's been in the teens and upper 20's for 40 something days with windchills in the single digits and lower. Take your damn cold weather back to wherever it came from.
Take the one inch of ice that is under the 8 inches of snow that fell after midnight last night that is still falling at this time.
It totally makes my days and nights more difficult. I like skipping rocks over ponds rather than trying to bust frozen ponds so the cows can drink.
Blaze is looking at me like ... " WHO the hell did we piss off this time to get this?"
I am blocking Kalli's cell phone because ... how many pics does one need of his
Let it be known that I have flown into cold places for hunting and I knew it was a choice. My option was "GO HOME to Texas if you want to thaw!"
It as simple as this ... I AM HOME and it's been in the teens and upper 20's for 40 something days with windchills in the single digits and lower. Take your damn cold weather back to wherever it came from.
Take the one inch of ice that is under the 8 inches of snow that fell after midnight last night that is still falling at this time.
It totally makes my days and nights more difficult. I like skipping rocks over ponds rather than trying to bust frozen ponds so the cows can drink.
Blaze is looking at me like ... " WHO the hell did we piss off this time to get this?"
I am blocking Kalli's cell phone because ... how many pics does one need of his
kid in the snow?
EVERYtime I go out back .. I am hit with a snowball. I would rather have sand up my ass than snow!
And should I remind all the other states that we are hosting the Super Bowl this weekend and I am to be there. Should I start that way now to make sure I get there before kick off?
And to top it off ... the weather man says we have more probably next week.
I have come to an entirely different meaning for 'yellow snow' ... I once thought it was to show a talent ... to master a steady hand with your stuff as you sign your name... NOT now ... it's much less complicated than that ... it's a simple as ...
PISS ON THE SNOW !
EVERYtime I go out back .. I am hit with a snowball. I would rather have sand up my ass than snow!
And should I remind all the other states that we are hosting the Super Bowl this weekend and I am to be there. Should I start that way now to make sure I get there before kick off?
And to top it off ... the weather man says we have more probably next week.
I have come to an entirely different meaning for 'yellow snow' ... I once thought it was to show a talent ... to master a steady hand with your stuff as you sign your name... NOT now ... it's much less complicated than that ... it's a simple as ...
PISS ON THE SNOW !
That's exactly what I done !
I will take my 100 degrees days anytime.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Snow snow and more snow
Well if the weather people are correct we got around 14" last night. Now, my feeling is 14" is good if its not snow....
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Won't Let Go
I know I know I don't post for a few days.. them BOOM.. over-kill... but just heard this song.. and well sometimes.. you just gotta do what feels right... ya know??? So *shrugs* this felt right.
HANDBOOK 2011
Health:
1. Drink plenty of water.
2. Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince and dinner like a beggar.
3. Eat more foods that grow on trees and plants and eat less food that is manufactured in plants..
4. Live with the 3 E's -- Energy, Enthusiasm and Empathy
5. Make time to pray.
6. Play more games
7. Read more books than you did in 2010 .
8. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day
9. Sleep for 7 hours.
10. Take a 10-30 minutes walk daily. And while you walk, smile.
Personality:
11. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.
12. Don't have negative thoughts or things you cannot control. Instead invest your energy in the positive present
moment.
13. Don't over do. Keep your limits.
14. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.
15. Don't waste your precious energy on gossip.
16. Dream more while you are awake
17. Envy is a waste of time. You already have all you need..
18. Forget issues of the past. Don't remind your partner with His/her mistakes of the past. That will ruin your present
happiness.
19. Life is too short to waste time hating anyone. Don't hate others.
20. Make peace with your past so it won't spoil the present.
21. No one is in charge of your happiness except you.
22. Realize that life is a school and you are here to learn. Problems are simply part of the curriculum that appear and
fade away like algebra class but the lessons you learn will last a lifetime.
23. Smile and laugh more.
24. You don't have to win every argument. Agree to disagree...
Society:
25. Call your family often.
26. Each day give something good to others.
27. Forgive everyone for everything..
28. Spend time w/ people over the age of 70 & under the age of 6.
29. Try to make at least three people smile each day.
30. What other people think of you is none of your business.
31. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends will. Stay in touch.
Life:
32. Do the right thing!
33. Get rid of anything that isn't useful, beautiful or joyful.
34. GOD heals everything.
35. However good or bad a situation is, it will change..
36. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.
37. The best is yet to come..
38. When you awake alive in the morning, thank GOD for it.
39. Your Inner most is always happy. So, be happy.
Tuesday
Yay it's Tueday and not Monday anymore!!! We here in Michigan are supposed to get hit with a blizzard tonight and tomorrow. Whoo hooo! I know Scottie is getting ice and freezing stuff. Yuck! Keep warm everyone!!
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