Went to the doctor this morning......

Lily and her mom took me to the doctor this morning for a follow up. This was my family doctor. I have lost 68.5 pounds now. That is just so crazy! I have another appointment this afternoon with the specialist who will set me up to go to Emory Transplant Center in Atlanta and start the long process. She took me off my high blood pressure meds. I don't need them anymore so that is a good thing. Will keep you posted!

Learning to be Frugal

I am trying to learn to be more frugal. I've been researching this all day and looking for recipes, etc. I ran across this website that has thousands of coupons and codes to use, as well as deals and money off codes from everywhere. Have any of you ever used coupons that you found online? Do they really work? They have the codes for over 700 store like Walmart, PetSmart, Sears and lots more I use regularly. I am excited I found this.
For my son's birthday, he wants a new guitar case for the guitar I bought him last year. So I went to the online shopping for electric guitars, keyboards, drums, and other musical instruments page and found him one through 123Music that is regularly $179 for $50.99 with free shipping. Gotta start saving up for that one.
Then I found some stuff for me (wish list items) . I've ordered lots of things in the past from Lillian Vernon catalog and I never knew til now they have a flat shipping rate of $3.98 no matter what you order. I also love Joann craft store and you can order online and with one of these codes and still get the 40% off on one item just like in the newspaper. And also if you ever order from Brylane Home like I do, you can get 30% off your favorite item, plus a free phone or throw with any size purchase.
So let me know. Do you use these type codes and sites. Which ones are the best? Are they all free to use like this one is?

Voices/ Day 5

I would very much like you to hear a voice. My future DIL Jenny is in a country/gospel trio called "The Wilson's". They will be making their first appearance on The Grand Ole Opry stage on June 1st. They are also in the finals for the new Star Search this year. They are on a new cd titled Songs for Worship... The first time Teddy Gentry of the group Alabama saw them and heard them he sing- he cried. He is now helping them. They sound like angels. Here is their Myspace page where they have a few songs you can listen to here.


Jenny is on the left. This is a cd signing at WalMart with Teddy Gentry of Alabama.

Manic Monday / Fresh

Found several FRESH things at the park yesterday with the family -

FRESH catfish

Fresh mowed grass

and a FRESH smile on my face -(that's my DIL Regina next to me).

The Princess and the Castle

As most of you know, my oldest son has finally decided to get married, and although they haven't set a date, we are already searching for Wedding Invitations , flowers, the cake, etc. I was not around when my youngest got married, so I missed out, and now I'm having a blast. We have decided invitations are a first. She wants a fairy tale wedding and I think these would be the ultimate invitations. What do you think?

I think they are just perfect for a fairy tale wedding. RSVPs and Thank You cards to match can be ordered. Has anyone else ordered their invitations online? They will send you a sample proof with your own information. They use thermography to print your order. Thermography has slightly raised letters that you can feel when you touch the wording. I love that part also. You can use their verse or add your own... I like that as well.
Anyway, I'll let you know what she decides on. It is so easy to customize on this site and that is what we need - easy!
The first time I got married I was seventeen and it was a shotgun wedding so to speak. Had a small ceremony at home with twelve guests. The second time was in a wedding chapel in Vegas with only my sister being present. I missed out on the beautiful wedding and the dress, and I regret that a little. Did you have a big wedding or a small one?

Moody Monday / Frilly

"Frilly"

Moody Monday

Senior Sunday

Personal Spa Day

Yesterday afternoon, I gave myself a facial,the homemade kind since I cannot afford a real one right now. Hubby and I have been trying hard to get back what we feel we've lost lately... that lovey dovey feeling we had when we first met and got married. It lasted about a year, which is normal I think. Then once a week we started having Friday night date night. We had all kinds of ideas, like a picnic on the beach, except we weren't on the beach, we were on our patio with waves music crashing in the background. Lately since he works swing shift, and I got sick, things haven't been the same.
Anyway, after my facial, I showered, and then said I wish I could do my toenails. With being so overweight and my liver hurting all the time, something as simple as painting my toe nails is something I haven't been able to do. So guess what! He did it for me. What a gift, and what an awesome hubby I have. This also led a wonderful night with a movie, and then waves crashing on the cd, hehe. Here is my proof-

Blow me away!

I am on the lookout for two new Ceiling fans , one for my kitchen and one for the bedroom. While on my search, I found some very unique and interesting fans while on my search.

I love this one. In my small apartment, this would cool two rooms. I have never seen a double ceiling fan like this one before.

I have also never seen a fan that does a complete 360. This is just Amazing. It kind of looks like a bingo ball holder, doesn't it?

I wish I had a big front porch to put this Outdoor Ceiling Fans on. This Minka Ceiling Fan is just gorgeous for outside. It even uses halogen lighting. My dream porch has two of these fans, along with several rocking chairs, some wicker and of course a pitcher of lemonade and a good book.

I can't decide on just one. Of course I'm just window shopping this morning, as I cannot afford a new ceiling fan at this time, but this site has the prettiest ones I've seen. They have a huge selection with all prices from the thirties to over four hundred dollars. I wish I didn't have caviar dreams and beer money as my grandad used to say. But seriously, check out these fans when you get a chance to window shop.... I bet you'll find one you like. When you do, let me know which one. Who knows, I may hit the lottery and buy all of us one.

Unconscious Mutterings

1. State :: California



2. Lively :: conversation



3. Valet :: Parking



4. Traction :: tires



5. Official :: judge



6. Red hot :: Chili Peppers ..... ahhh the days of Dave Navarro!



7. Powder :: loose



8. Replies :: answers



9. Flagrant :: notorious



10. Tweet :: bird .....Tweety Bird!