Going outside my comfort zone

This is me Halloween day.  Our department dressed in camouflage (hunting for saves).  I workin the the retention department.  We are always trying to get our daily goals.  Anyways I have been working on myself.  As you can see in this picture I was embracing my gray hair. In the long run it was just washing out my complexion.   So tonight after work I am going to get hair cut and colored.  I had sent Stacey a picture of a hairstyle and color so she had idea of what I wanted. 

In my career I went outside my comfort zone and applied for the position of workforce coordinator.  Lots of pro and cons on that particular position.  I am very aware of what this position will be more challenging and maybe more stressful.  I do believe I can handle it.  If I don’t get the position I will still be proud that I tried.  It took me quite a bit of time to fill out the application.  For whatever reason change has always been hard for me.  I have no ideal when they will start interviewing for the position.  In my mind I think it will be early 2025. 

 

Thanksgiving thoughts

As Thanksgiving 2024 nears, I can’t help but feel gratitude for all I have.  So many blessings that came my way this year.  Thanksgiving is a holiday to reflect and be thankful for all blessings small and large. I know I am going to take the opportunity to express gratitude and love for all we have.

Thanksgiving is a time that we come together with friends and family to celebrate.  It’s about gratitude and appreciation. Thanksgiving is the special day of the year for us to honor and show gratitude for family, friends, and all we are blessed with each and every day. 

One of our favorite things to do on Thanksgiving is sharing memories, looking at photos and saying prayers for our loved ones here as well as ones that have passed. We have no guarantees in this life from one year to the next.  As we sit around the table with our loved ones we don’t know what may happen this coming year.  We may not have the same people with us next year. I sure don’t want missed opportunities, lost conversations or photo opportunities to pass me by.  As I get older time with family, friends are so important to me. 

This year I know I am going to laugh a little harder, listen more actively and take as many photos as I can. I am going to embrace this Thanksgiving holiday with all I have.  Am looking to make new memories during this holiday season.

 

Happy Halloween

This Halloween is different with Kyndall and parents are in a different state.  But was great full that they sent me pictures of them enjoying their Halloween.  Kyndall was a pretty pirate. 

My heart is full that Trevor is able to be with Mellissa and Kyndall.  Am proud of their growing family. We should have baby boy January 2025. 

Lane is cat boy, Landon is gekko, Kennedy is a princess.  Kennedy is daughter of our daughter’s best friend.  

Grandpa and our grandsons.  We were so glad they came over to get their treats tonight.   

Hope everyone had a safe Halloween.  Enjoy all the sweet treats received from trick or treating. 

“Don’t have a cup of coffee this Halloween. Have a cauldron of coffee instead.”

 

Beginning new Christmas DIY project

When my nephew Dylan brought me these wooden boxes from his workplace, a liquor distribution warehouse, I was touched by his thoughtfulness. The boxes are sturdy and well crafted, made from thick wood that exudes durability. The wine logo on the sides as a touch of sophistication. Earlier, I had asked Dylan for six boxes. I am going to use one box for each of our children.  Then I needed one box for the engine. 

My first instinct was to paint them in festive colors, but I decided to preserve their original state by using wrap paper instead. I have chosen red, green, gold and silver, wrapping paper for the boxes, and I’m still deciding on the design for the engine. I may go for black wrapping paper to give it a sleek look. as I explore more ideals, I am excited to see how this DIY Christmas train will come together. So far, I have wrapped one box, and I am confident that with Tom, it will be a holiday decoration that will be cherished for years to come. 

 

Ground beef stew for dinner

We got up early today to put our beef stew in slow cooker. Didn’t take us long to brown the hamburger meat and dice the potatoes.  We added diced onions, tomato sauce, can corn, carrots, green beans and rotel. Don’t forget the salt and pepper to taste. 

Mr. C had to babysit the grandsons today while I was at work.  So this seemed like an easy meal for us to have tonight.  I really enjoy dumping ingredients and letting it cook during the day.  

We ended up having to put it on stove to get the potatoes done.  Our slow cooker on low didn’t get the potatoes done.  We cooked it for another 15 minutes then it was good to go. 

Do you have any favorite recipes you’d like to share with me? I am always looking for different recipes to try.  Some are hit and miss.  Talk to you soon! 

 

Fall decorated cubicle on budget

It’s time to decorate my work cubicle at the call center. I liked how my colleague decorated her desk with a plaid fall backdrop.  It really made her decor pop and I knew that was what I needed on my desk as well.  Of course I didn’t go with the very same backdrop but one that was more brighter.  Then I bought these flags and hung them up as well. The pumpkin garland was a big hit also. 

So these items was all from Dollar General.  

Fall tablecloth $1.00

Garland was $5.00

Flags was $1.00 x2

I plan on keeping up till after Thanksgiving.  Then will need to figure out Christmas decorations for my cubicle.  Not everyone decorates their cubicles but I really enjoy the personalized look I give my desk area.  Am glad our company does let us decorate as long as it’s in good taste. 

 

Jonathan 30 birthday

We had a surprise birthday party for Jonathan at Pizza Hut in Chickasha Okla.  Elizabeth and Charles did a great job on decorating.  Jonathan and Alisha is really into golf these days. The birthday cake was perfect.

The birthday party was very small and intimate. Elizabeth and Charles, Mr.C. And I, Brody, Savannah, Lane and Landon, Alisha and Jonathan.

We had an enjoyable evening visiting with everyone. 

Here’s me and my funny man all matching. 

Lane wearing his woody hat.  He is a firecracker for sure. When he heard us singing Happy Birthday he ran right over to the cake.  He had been wanting the cake all evening.