Gas for $2.04?! Update and a few pages.

Wow. Why couldn't gas have been that cheap when we were moving across the country last summer? Oh well. I hope it stays low.

I've been working with some of Ethan's older photos lately. Well, they really aren't "that" old, but it seems like forever ago when I look at him now. He had to wear long pants for the first time in many months, and his are almost all floods now. They were almost too long the last time he wore them. I need to measure this kid. He couldn't have grown as much as his pants indicate, could he? I guess we'll go shopping this weekend.

My blood tests came back normal again. They put me on medicine for the headaches (which oddly enough has a possible side effect of "headaches") and it is helping, but I still get vertigo pretty bad at night. They had to lower the dose because I was basically hibernating like a bear, it made me SOOO tired. I told them I felt like a zombie. I go back late this week for a re-check. Can I just trade myself in for a newer model?

I need to take some pictures at Ethan's soccer game next week. He only has 2 weeks left, then he will start Tiger Cubs. They meet on Tuesdays, but he has soccer on Tuesday and Thursday, so we have to wait 'til soccer is over efore he can go to the meetings. He's getting anxious because his best friend from class last year is already in the troop (or is it a den, or a pack?) and they never get to see each other much anymore.

OK, here are the pictures.

Ethan and Glen on Grandpa's riding mower during our trip in Sept. 2004:


Last Spring during Kindergarten:


Ethan's first plane ride, also in Sept. 2004:


OK, these photos are super tiny when on pages. Maybe I'll just post some plain pictures next time. Sorry.

(DISCLAIMER: Blogger's spell check isn't working, so disregard any typos.)

That was quick.

Last Monday (my birthday - thanks to those who wished me a happy one!) we got a bid for the basement walls to be finished. It was acceptable, so we ok'd it. I thought we would have to wait a few weeks to get them back, but they will finish up tomorrow and then we can paint and put down the floor. Then..... drum roll please...... we can get the ever-so-anxiously-awaited-for POOL TABLE! Hopefully by mid October we'll have it. We have decided to put down the fake wood floor since it will float above potentially damaging moisture from the basement floor, so that means we have to do it in spurts when Glen is home. It's a pretty straight room, though, no weird angles or anything, so it shouldn't be a problem.
I guess I'll consider that my present since other than this, I got a Crunch bar for my birthday. Yes, you heard me right. Sorry, Glen. Your stellar reputation is on the line here. This may even out-do the car floor mats I got for Christmas many years back. I know I said I wouldn't bring those up again, but a Crunch Bar really deserves it. And, I was waiting in the car when he got it while stopping off to get his prescription! Oh well.
I'll try to post some photos next time. I'm on a new medication for my headaches and it is wiping me out. I though I had fatigue before, that was nothing! My newest blood test results should be back tomorrow. At least my headaches are almost gone, but I still have vertigo.
I guess that's all for now.
Oh, wait, one more thing. I lost all of my bookmarks when we had to reload our computer system, so I lost a few blog addresses. I'm trying to find them, but if I haven't posted on yours and I normally do, that's probably why, so could you drop me a line with your address? Thanks.

Headaches and Zicam and Soccer, oh my! And a tag.

Well, I have had another week of headaches. My bloodwork came back fine, so I am keeping a headache diary. No fun. I started to get sick last week, but I took Zicam at the first sign and it never got too bad. I highly recommend that stuff. Taking Ethan to soccer games doesn't help, either, because I get headaches from the cold wind in my contacts.

I got tagged by Keela. I promised I'd finish it the day I got a migraine, so sorry for the delay. I wasn't ignoring it. Here goes:

1. If you could build a house anywhere, where would it be?
In the empty lot next door and move Jude into it.

2. What's your favorite article of clothing?
My new black jersey skirt. Can't beat it for $6 clearance at Kohls.

3. Favorite physical feature of the opposite sex?
I dunno, I guess the smile.

4. What's the last CD that you bought?
A Faith Hill CD for Glen several years back for Christmas. I got myself an 80s compilation about 5 years ago.

5. Where's your favorite place to be?
On an outing with both Glen and Ethan. We never seem to be all together.

6. Where is your least favorite place to be?
The waiting room of a doctor's office. Been there WAY too much lately.

7. What's your favorite place to be massaged?
I hate massages.

8. Strong in mind or strong in body?
Depends on the day!

9. What time do you wake up in the morning?
7am to get Ethan ready for school.

10. What is your favorite kitchen appliance?
Not to copy Keela, but my George Foreman grill gets lots of use. I want the one with the removable plates. Mine's a pain to clean.

11. What makes you really angry?
The hoops that HMOs put people through.

12. If you could play any instrument, what would it be?
The piano. I tried in college, didn't get very far.

13. Favorite color?
Burgundy

14. Which do you prefer...sports car or SUV?
Does a CRV count?

15. Do you believe in an afterlife?
Not sure. I flip-flop on this one.

16. Favorite children's book?
Dr. Seuss ABC Book

17. What is your favorite season?
Fall. Beautiful colors, cooler weather, LOVE IT.

18. What is your least favorite household chore?
Cleaning the bathroom.

19. If you could have one super power, what would it be?
Get by without sleeping.

20. If you have a tattoo, what is it?
NEVER

21. Can you juggle?
If I really try, I can do 3 balls. I had a friend in college who did flames and knives and stuff like that.

22. The one person from your past that you wish you could go back and talk to?
My mom.

23. What's your favorite day?
Christmas

24. What's in the trunk of your car?
Spare tire, flare, medical kit, baseball bat, soccer ball, 2 folding chairs and a blanket.

25. Which do you prefer, sushi or hamburger?
Oh, I miss Red Robin hamburgers so much. Mmmm, tasty!

Since nobody really reads my blog, I'll have to email the 3 people I tag, who are:
JUDY, LISA and REBECCA

Thanks Keela, this was fun!