Midwest Horse Fair

Awesome horse on the bottom right!!!!! We had a blast! :) Spent wayyyyyyy too much money but it was well worth it!

Ferrier Appt. & Life Update

Well we had our farrier appointment this morning again and Danny did very good! I'm guessing it was just a fluke that he was a total monster the first time she came out to trim him when I swear he was trying to kill that poor girl.

We're now working on painting the dining-room, it's going pretty good so far (at least the stupid blue tape is working better this time) :) I forgot to take before pictures of the dining-room and it's almost half done now so I'm just going to wait until it's done, then I will post pictures.

Our annual 4H Tack Sale is Saturday, I plan to buy a few things for the girls and hopefully they will be pretty much set for showing at Fair this summer. I like it when I can buy a $175.00 show shirt for $15 - $20. :) I will share what I buy next week.

Master Bedroom Before & After

Before:

After:

Wow.....is it ever cold outside today! I think it's -17 regular temp. and -36 wind chill. Holy moly cold. I don't feel so bad with the cold this time, the last time we had such cold temps I worried the entire weekend about Danny getting too cold because I don't have a blanket for him. Well, I bought him a blanket so now he should be nice and toasty warm the rest of the winter. It fits him perfectly and he didn't have a problem at all with putting it on. I feel much better knowing he's nice and cozy warm now. :) If I ever remember to bring the camera out I will take some pictures of him in his blanket!

Well the quitting smoking thing didn't work too well, I ended up not quitting! I am however, planning to have another go at it. Only problem is that every time I tell myself I really want to quit I end up wanting to smoke even more. I really feel that I do want to quit, I know it's totally bad for my health and my kids health, I know it stinks, burns my fingers (sometimes) burns my clothes (sometimes) gets in my eyes and burns, gives me ash tray breath, makes my clothes smell terrible, hurts my throat and lungs and so on and so on! So why is it everytime I get it into my head that I really want to quit then pick a date, then when that date comes along I end up not quitting? If any one has any advice I'm all ears! Thanks in advance!

Menu Plan Monday ~ Jan. 14, 2008

MONDAY: Cheesy Macaroni Hamburger Helper, Salad & Green Beans TUESDAY: Roast Beef, Red Potatoes, Carrots & Gravy (Crock Pot)
WEDNESDAY: Spegetti w/meat sauce (1/2 reg. 1/2 whole wheat noodles), Garlic Bread & Corn
THURSDAY: Leftover Buffet
FRIDAY: Pizza

Menu Plan Monday ~ Nov. 5

MONDAY: Meatloaf, Sweet Potato Souffle, French Style Green Beans
TUESDAY: Sweet -n- Sour Pork Chops, Baked Potatoes, Mixed Vegs (Slow Cooker)
WEDNESDAY: Chicken & Dumpling Casserole (Slow Cooker)
THURSDAY: Leftover Buffet
FRIDAY: Spegetti Pie, Garlic Cheese Bread, Corn

I'm gonna do it....

I've decided to quit smoking cigarettes for good. I've chosen my start date to be tomorrow. I'm going to do it 'cold turkey' so I know it will be very difficult, but I believe I'm ready. Smoking has just become nasty to me and I know it will be good for my health. My wonderful friend Lori is going to be my mentor and support. (Her and gum!) Thanks Lori! :o)

I will update on my progress. Wish me luck!

BFF Award :o)

My great friend Lori gave me this wonderful award! She's just too sweet! Thanks Lori!