One day, or several ...

One day I hope to be so organized that I could actually take and post my photos on a daily basis!  While I'm good at taking at least ONE photo each day, I never seem to make or take the time to get it posted.

So here is my next catch-up collage.  September 20 - 25.

On Monday we grilled lots of goodies!  Tuesday was my time for toes!!  Wednesday I had to leave work early, feeling B-A-D.  (And now I realize that my photos are out of order ?  : / )  On Thursday Allison was feeling bad and went to the doctor... she got a Rx of Tamiflu.  Friday I thought I was feeling better and made some more yummy goodies -- eggplant, peppers, baby bellos, and vidalia onions.  Then I was actually feeling better by Saturday and we had some friends over, at the end of the night there was one, lone beer.

09.19.10, FRISBEE GOLF ? ?

Have you played it??   It's sometimes called disc golf. 

This is what Mike and I did on Sunday  --  it was a nice day to get up and get out, so we did.

Another catch-up collage

This week of pix starts on Sunday, 09.12.10 with a big kiss and a hug, XO -- this can be found on the Yorktown Training Center Coast Guard Base in, you guessed it, Yorktown, VA.  Then it was back to the lanes on Monday -- Mike is bowling this season and I'm going to be the cheerleader!  ; )  Tuesday, I had the camera at work to take some pix of the students, and snapped a couple of my co-workers, Rachel (she's the one "waving", rofl ) and Pam (busy on the phone).  Then I tried cooking a beer can chicken -- it was delicious!  Thursday we had to go to the visitation for Virginia State Trooper, Mark Barrett -- he passed away during a dive training exercise.  Friday brought a great treat -- the boss shut the office down and took everyone out to TGI Fridays for a late lunch!!  Cheers to successfully getting thru the first two weeks of the 2010-2011 school year!!  Then today Mallory and I went for a yummy BLT on Cary Street at Mrs. Marshall's Carytown Cafe.  We sat on the sidewalk doing a little people watching -- always worth a chuckle or two!  ; )

Sweet Saturday

Sweet and Dry -- that's what you'll get on a wine tasting tour.

That's what Mike and I did today.  We went to Grayhaven Winery and then to Cooper Vineyards.  Cooper was much nicer and the wines were MUCH better -- Mike was extremely impressed by their Sangria!  We got a couple of Heart of Virginia Wine Trail glasses, talked to some nice people and enjoyed a nice drive.

Finally Friday

What an awesome way to end the week -- a week that seemed like it would go on forever and ever.  But it can all be soothed and forgotten when your boss lets you leave an hour early!!  Oh yea!!
Here's how I spent my "free" time.

I poured myself a glass of wine, took my book out on the deck, put my bare feet up and chilled!  After a bit of unwinding I got a blanket for a little nap in the shade on the hammock in the yard.  It was an awesome way to start the weekend after a VERY long 4 day work week.

3 x 3 = 9

Trying to get caught up...  September 1-9

The month of September started off right!  Mike and I waited until almost 7pm to eat dinner so everyone would be done with work and we met up at IHOP.  It was a real heart warmer to have all 4 of us at the same table -- and the conversation was light and fun!  It made my heart smile!!!  Then we celebrated our 21st anniversary on the 2nd -- I bought Mike a telescoping back scratcher for when I'm not around.  On the 3rd it was back to the empty nest, so we went to Cici's for dinner -- we are in love with their new Tuscan crust!!  On the 4th Mallory and I took a road trip to Misenheimer, NC where her boyfriend, Buck is attending Pfeiffer College, playing volleyball.  It was just a quick overnight trip, so on Sunday before we left we went to Pizza Hut for a bite to eat -- Buck wrote Mallory a note in pizza sauce!!  The 6th was Labor Day, and even the dog took a much needed rest!!  LOL   : D   NO, the 7th was not a day of celebration but a day of aggrevation -- a nice glass of Muscadine wine from Old Stone Winery in NC washed all the worries away!!  And by Wednesday, Mallory took a much needed nap.  Then by Thursday my feet had had all they could take of work shoes -- but I got tons on compliments on my new dress!!!!!!!!!!

08.31.10 There's a fungus amungus!! ; )

That rhyme makes me chuckle!!  Silly, I know. 
Mike and I were doing some backyard chores and we found these mushrooms.  Thought they were pretty cool looking ... worth a photo.

(These photos were taken with my cell phone.)
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08.30.10 Mitsubishi Mal

Mallory asked me to go for a drive this evening.  She's happy with her new (used) Mitsubishi!  We went to Rita's for a little sweet treat.

08.29.10 Feelin' green

NO, I'm not sick... but I am feelin' green . . .

GREEN in a good, healthy way!!  ; ) 

Mike and I were out running some errands today and we made a stop at The Fresh Market!

08.28.10 You can't say THAT!

Tonite we had our friends, The Martins, over for dinner and some game time.  Of course we always play guys against the girls -- tonite the girls were the W I N N E R S!!  Whooooo hoooo!! 

Usually we play Trivial Pursuit, but tonite's game was Catch Phrase.

From left around the table, Jeff, Carrie, Mike & Me!

08.27.10 Key ... $69.95

Mallory's new car only came with one key.  So we needed to get a spare made.  The dealer charges about $80, but Pleasant's Hardware does them for $69.95.  Cha ching, saving is saving is saving. 

08.26.10 Deck time

Some time spent on the deck ... in his PJs.

We didn't get to stay out for very long because of the mosquitos!!  : /

08.25.10 Mallory gets a car ... finally!

She got a job back in December and has been working and saving.  She has only spent about $500 of her own money since she started working!  Well today her hard work has paid off -- she got her first car, a 2000 Mitsubishi Gallant. 

Hoooooray Mallory!!  Please drive safely!!!  Watch out for the idiot drivers on the road!  xoxox M♥m

08.24.10 Hard drink for a harder day

When I have had a really hard day, this is my beverage of choice  . . .  Mike's HARDER Cranberry Lemonade.

It was a wonderful afternoon, a refreshing way to end a really hard day at the office.  The weather was the perfect kinda weather, virtually no humidity, a slight breeze and the sun gently peeking thru the trees as it began to set ... cold drink in my hand!!!

08.23.10 Yum yum hum hum hummus

Yesterday when I went to lunch with my mom and sister I ordered an appetizer that had some delicious  hummus, with crusty bread, pita wedges, crumbled feta cheese, diced tomato & black olives.  It really was refreshing.  Today I got the idea to try and make my own hummus.  It was almost as yummy, but I think the old fashion hand masher left a little to be desired in the consistency.  I ate it with the thin triangle Triscuits -- YUMMUS HUMMUS!!!  ; )

08.22.10 Girls day 'away'

My sister Christy and her family drove up from South Hill today -- at 10:00 am there was a knock on door and the dog started to bark.  Surprise!  I had no bra on and a serious case of bed head!!  We called my parents and they drove over from Williamsburg.  That hour gave me time to grab a shower and brush my teeth.  As soon as they arrived the girls went one way the men in the opposite direction.

We enjoyed a very peaceful, delicious lunch at The Grill at Waterford.  We also did a little shopping.  I found 3 terrific dresses on sale at Khol's and lucked in to find a matching necklace (from a clearnace rack) for each dress!!!  Score!!!!

It was a wonderful day with the girls!  And when Mom buys lunch it's even better!!  ; )

08.21.10 Oodles of noodles

Mallory and I spent a little one on one time together today.  We looked at a couple of cars that are for sale, went to JoAnn Fabrics and grabbed a quick lunch at Noodles & Company.

This is the "small" order!!

BED Dog

Not bad dog, but BED dog!  This is Denali after one of his frisky morning bouts jumping off an on the bed, running up and down the stairs, barking and howling.  I love to play with him first thing in the morning -- of course, after I have had all the sleep I want or need.

I l♥ve my BED dog!   

08.19.10 CITE

It's the 9th Annual CITE event in Chesterfield County.

It was a day filled with vendors, who had goodies like magnets, notepads, cool pens, cups and some snacks.  I also received a free health screening which included my nonfasting glucose count, a cholesterol count and my BP.  My BP was great the nurse said, however my other numbers could use a little work.  I also received a free bone density check that was done using my heel . . . also needing work!!!  Uuuuuuugh!  I went to this event to learn some things and feel good about myself not to be picked to death.  But on the brighter side of it I am happy to know that I need to be much more mindful of my health.

08.18.10 Get on board THE ENERGY BUS

Today my employer offered a motivational seminar by Jon Gordon.  He has written 5 books on living positively and making a change for the better in your workplace.  I think the one he referenced most today was THE ENERGY BUS.  The speaker kept it fun and uplifting, and I did make a few positive notes.  I doubt very much though that I will spend the money or the time on the book(s).

We also got free pens and a book bag!  ; )

08.17.10 Affordable but tasty!

My parents are coming over tomorrow night and bringing dinner. . . made from scratch with TLC!!!  We'll be having lasagna.  And I love red wine with an Italian meal.  So tonite while I was at Food Lion I got my fav affordable red, it's by Riunite called Lambrusco

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08.16.10 Taking the bull by the LONGHORNS

While we were away this weekend Mike's parents took us to the LONGHORN for dinner.  It was delicious!!!  And I should have made that a capital D!!!  So Mike wanted to get his dad a gift certificate for his birthday.

08.15.10 Driving Home ~ ~ traffic

There is always traffic on the ride home it seems.  It doesn't matter where you've been or for how long, when it's time to go home there is always traffic!

It was a rainy day and Mallory and I were having a little fun with the camera (aka cell phone) to pass the time.

08.14.10 Grandma Snuggles

Visiting Mike's parents in their new home in Southampton, PA.  After many, many years of living on Long Island they sold their house and moved to a more laid back kind of lifestyle.

Mallory totally took advantage and enjoyed some grandma snuggles!!  : D

08.13.10 - GREAT Grandma

We took a drive to PA today.  It's been a planned trip for a couple of weeks.  Mike's parents moved to Southampton in June and we wanted to see the new place.

However, our first stop as we headed north (besides potty breaks!  LOL ) was in Kennett Square.  Great Grandma Mills lives there ~ she's actually Mike's grandma but since all of mine have passed on, I 'pretend' she's my grandma too.  She has been in my life for over 20 years and in my heart she truly is my grandma ~ I love her so dearly.

In September she will be 99 years old!!  She is unbelievable and truly GREAT!!!