Know Your Breasts!

In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month, I changed my profile picture on Facebook pink.  As someone who has had breast issues in the past, I know how scary it can be when something is wrong with your body.  Recently, I have been reading reports that say self breast exams are no longer encouraged because they haven't been shown to make a difference.  I completely disagree with that.  I think every woman should know her breasts, that way she can tell if there is something wrong.  And make sure you get your mammograms.  As much as I feared having one done, it really wasn't that bad.  If you are really afraid, take a friend with you.  Just make sure you get it done.  We all know that the best chance at beating Breast cancer is finding it early.

Headaches And Eye Strain

 I have been doing a lot of complaining lately about my glasses.  You might remember how a few weeks ago, I broke the nose piece on my favorite pair, and have been wearing my "spare pair" ever since.  They are supposed to be the same exact prescription, because I got them both at the same place, at the same time.  But, I am convinced that these are different, because they give me headaches.  I also have to hold papers and things a little farther away to be able to read them. 

This makes me think I am getting old, which I am not, so it must be the glasses, right?

Right?

Last night I was sitter here at the computer, again complaining about how these glasses make my eyes hurt.  Ryan walks over and asks if he could see my broken pair.  I told him there was no way he could fix them, because the little rubber thing that goes on your nose broke in half, and I have no idea where the piece is.  He told me he would let me have the nose things off of his glasses.

I asked him how he could do that and still wear his glasses, and he just shrugged.  I then asked him where his glasses were (he only needs them to see the board in class) and he said they were in his locker, somewhere.  I then asked if he ever wears them, and he said no.  He said he can see fine.

I don't really believe him, but it's not like I can force him to wear them.  He'll be sorry, though, when not wearing them now only makes him need glasses all the time later on.

Cough

I can not believe that I still have this cough. Granted, it is not as bad as it was, but it is still here. The past few nights, I have been waking up out of a dead sleep, mid cough, unable to breathe. It is not a good feeling. Junior is trying to convince me to see a doctor, but that means a trip to the emergency room, which we can not afford. I have some antibiotics here that I am going to start taking, and hopefully they will help.

Lylah And Me

Carson took this picture last week. Not bad for a three year old! My other sister is down visiting from NY, and she has a little guy who is about 5 weeks older than Lylah, and I am convinced he hates me. Every time I hold him, all he does is cry. But, he is super cute, so I keep trying! Hopefully he will learn to like me a little before they head back up north.

My Birthday Brownies

It seems like I have been posting about my birthday for weeks, but I just have to share one more food picture with you. My mom made these brownies to go along with the crumb cake she made. They had peanut butter in them, as well as two different types of nuts.

I love that my mom made me all the things I love for my birthday. I am one lucky girl.

My First Birthday Cake

Every year, my dad's wife makes me an elephant cake for my birthday. This year was no exception. Underneath this cute little guy was devil's food cake, my favorite. It was yummy. Thanks again Elaine!

Pampering Myself A Little

Today is my birthday.

I had a wonderful day full of family and love. My kids made me wonderful cards, and gave me lots of hugs and kisses. I tell you, I love the homemade stuff. I am going to get some pictures of all of it tomorrow. It's kind of late right now, and I just don't have the energy.

Last year on my birthday, my sister came over and put highlights in my hair. I haven't done anything since, so I think it is time to do it again. Only this time, I think I want to pamper myself and have it done at the colony salon. I also want to get a pedicure, which I have never done before. I wonder if I can have both done simultaneously?

That would be awesome.

It's My Birthday!

I know it's early, but it's my birthday!

By 11:02 am I will officially be 37 years old.

How did this happen?

When did I get so old?

No, wait, I'm not old...

it's all about how you feel..

and I feel like I'm still a kid!

Or at least a teenager! lol!

For Jenn...

Here it is!

Me in all my glory!

I was playing with my camera outside, and took this self-portrait.

I hope this satisfies you for a while...

Now I want to see a new picture of YOU!

Tomorrow's My Birthday!

That's right.

Tomorrow I turn 37.

Only three more years until I'm 40.

Seriously, when did I get so old?

At least I don't act my age :)