Free Time

My children ask me the same question every morning.....and every morning I give them the same answer.  They ask me, "Mom, why do we have to go to school?"  My response:  "Everyone has a role in life.  The children's job is to attend school and make good grades.....and parents have to go to work to earn money so that they can provide their children with the necessities needed to survive.  If neither of us do our part, we wouldn't have extra curricular activities to look forward to."  Oh course they always frown at my answer, but I'm hoping one day they will understand.

After working a long week, I like to relax by going out and doing something that I enjoy on my free time.  Every Friday night I go to Holiday Lanes and bowl (on a league) from 6:30 to 9:00.  That's what I call my "outlet".  Some people go bar hopping, some play pool, and some people just like to spread out on their couch and watch movies.  Whatever your "outlet" may be, its always good to do something to occupy your free time.  Not only is it a good stress reliever, but it helps you to regroup and prepare your inner thoughts for the next go round.

Its been great talking on this blog.  Ya'll be safe out there!  God bless!

Different mother relationships

When a couple gets married they're not just marrying each other, they're marrying their spouse's mother as well.  A lot of people don't see it that way, but it's the God's honest truth.  I mean think about it.  Marriage is suppose to be a sacred sacrament between two people who love each and want to spend the rest of their life together.  (aka:  "To death due us part").  But before the love birds get married, who do you think is the most important person in their life?  Their mother, of course.  Hell, she was the one who gave birth to them, who cared for them, and pretty much molded them into the person you fell in love with.  Now I'm not saying that fathers don't do their part; its just that mothers have this special knack of keeping their children close.....no matter what.  Its just "mother" nature.

You see people praising their mother's everywhere.....When a child gets hurt, who do they call for?  When a celebrity wins an award, who do they thank first?  When a football player scores a touchdown, who do they say hi too?  Momma, mother, mom....she's always there for you.  But what happens when your mom passes away (as did mine in 2004)?  Are you left with no support, no tender loving care?  I'm not.  I thank the good Lord everyday for bringing me closer to my mother-in-law, Vivian.  If it wasn't for her, I probably would have closed myself off from everything and everyone.  She has been my shoulder to cry on, my friend to tell secrets too, and above all, loves me for just the way I am.  So thanks mom, for everything.....I love ya!

Slate Article - Rethinking the School Desk

The English assignment due this week is to discuss an article, of my choosing, from www.slate.com.  I selected the piece entitled, "Rethinking the School Desk", because it brought a lot of good ideas to the surface.  For instance, if our children had better furniture in the class room, their attention would be more focused on the lesson itself then on the readjusting aspect.  I mean think about....how many times do you adjust your position while sitting?


Because of my work schedule, I have to take evening classes (which last three hours).  So I can definitely relate to the uncomfortable seating arrangements.  The hard wooden chairs that are supplied really put tremendous pressure on my butt and back.  I have to change my posture every time I turn around.  It's very distressing because it looks like I have ants in my pants from moving around so much.  I thought about bringing one of those oval-shaped hernia pillows to sit on, but I'm afraid of what my classmates might think.


In either case, LSU-S should consider investing in new furniture the next time their budget allows them.  If they do, they might have more students enroll then going else where for education.  Just a thought.

Diagnosis: Scoliosis

According to Wikipedia, "Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a person's spine is curved from side to side."  In other words, the spine of an individual with scoliosis may have a "S" or a "C" shape than a straight line.   If not taken care of early, it can lead to diminishing lung capacity or other hazardous conditions.


Why bring this subject up?  Because I was diagnosed with it during my 8th grade year.  I was thirteen when I was fitted into my back brace and didn't get out of it until May of my junior year of high school.  I had to wear it for 23 hours a day; leaving one hour for bathing.  Needless to say I was not able to participate in any of my school's extracurricular activities.  So, I became an outcast.


In any event, it still gives me nightmares just thinking about those days.  Now I'm 39 and, to a certain extent, am thankful for wearing that brace.  On the other hand, I'm appalled because I still am limited to what I can do.  Is old age setting in?

A Night Out

Last night I went out to the Sand Bar to watch my boyfriend shoot pool.  In between his shots, I would observe the people around me and I noticed something intriguing.  All the guys in the bar were dressed casually--blue jeans and t-shirts.  The women, on the other hand, were wearing low cut blouses, tight jeans or skirts, and high heal shoes.

Now I know why the waitresses dress the way they do....that's how they make more tips.  But why do women dress more sophisticated then men?  Are they that hard up on getting noticed?  Why are men not that worried?  This is really mind boggling because when I was growing up, both men and women would dress to impress.  Has fad changed that much in twenty years?

What Shall I Wear Today?

Being a single mom, I am always pressed for time.  So instead of taking a shower in the morning and then figure out what to wear, I bathe in the evening and pick out my clothes for the next day.  But every time I stand in front of my closet to choose, I have a pondering look on my face.  I have a nice variety of clothes to choose from, but can't make up my mind.  How can I have so many clothes yet wear the same ones over and over again?  Is this normal?  Why don’t I wear some of the clothes that are hidden away in my closet?  Are they out of style or have they gotten to small for me?  Whatever the answer is, I’ll always be bum-fuzzled.

Guys and Their Toys

When I was old enough to get my driver's license, I was so excited.  Even though I knew I was only going to be able to drive my mother's vehicle (an old station wagon) on the weekends, I was still glad to have something to drive.  My father told me that if I wanted my own car that I had to work for it.  So I got a job and within a year was about to save up for a 1971 Ford Torino.  It had no power steering, no power breaks, and no air conditioning....but it was mine and it was fine.

Now-a-days we tend to spoil our children because we want the best for them; but apparently my best isn't good enough.  You see, I have a fifteen year old boy that is obsessed with automobiles.  He wants every kind imaginable.  His father (God rest his soul) had an 89' Chevy pickup truck that I saved especially for him.  I had it repainted mid-night blue after I added a cowl induction hood and a corvette ZR-1 roll pan to it.  Plus, I got him 4 new rims (with tires) and shaved the tail gate handle to the inside.  So why are guys so fixated on their toys?  Isn't one enough?