Mmm, mmm, good

So, I don't have a lot of self-control when it comes to food...I know this, and try to take measures so I won't have to make the decision whether or not to eat bad things. Well, they were selling 6 packs of full sized candy bars @ the commissary last time we went, and I found myself eating 3 in one day. I asked Eric to take them to work...and he said he would hide them somewhere I wouldn't find them. Well, I didn't go looking for them, but of course I don't cook when he is gone...so I went in the freezer to look through my stash of TV dinners, and found the stash of candy bars by accident.

Some good did come out of this...frozen snickers. I have LOVED snicker forever, but frozen, it is a good thing I only discovered this now. You have to try it!

The Threatdown: this week's list of what is destroying America

I can't claim the fame for the Threatdown. I am a HUGE fan of Stephen Colbert and his satirical humor, so here is my version of the Threatdown.

5. People that have medical problems that I, as a student, can't do anything about

-when I am given a Pt with a serious medical disorder I expect to provide a certain level of care so I can write it down 13 times on the 13 different forms I have to turn in to my instructor. So, when they aren't getting the normal treatments all I can really do is ask them how they feel and make sure they are comfortable. So, sick people, please start to fall within that normal sickly realm so MY life can be a little easier.

4. The Stock Market

-it's very sad when your very small retirement account dimishes over $8000 in little under a year. I finally took everyone advice and used banks and the market instead of burying my $ where it is safe...and stays safe b/c I always forget to make a map or misplace the map for my map. Some of us want to eventually stop working, so start working so I don't have to.

3. Politicians

-there is always a new scandal or story breaking everyday about how McCain/Palin did this or how Obama/& the other guy did that...their plans...and how it will cause the end of civilization as we know it. Instead of a 3 million dollar prize for new energy efficiency in cars, how about a 3 million dollar prize for a device that gives you an automatic "good guy" "bad guy" reading. I would buy one...but then the machines would start to plot against the human race and we would be extinct before global warming could finish what we started.

2. Women that don't wear bras

-seriously...you like the looks of disgust when you walk by, b/c I don't like giving them. It is distracting not only for men...but I don't I can't help but wish someone would tell her "your boobs are sagging, let me show you to lingerie." We're at war, pick a side!

And the #1 threat destroying America is:

1. The internet

-what happened to good old fashioned pencil & paper? All my testing & assignments are done online now...and even when I had a real exam, it was graded by a computer. It's only a matter of time before we become the servants and the struggle for machine domination is over...just like Planet of the Apes.

Well, there you have it. And let me clarify, this is all in good fun and is nonsense on purpose. If you haven't seen an episode of The Colbert Report, you are missing out. It airs on Comedy Central M-Th @1130 (with re-runs the following day @ earlier times).

Sleep is a fallacy and is used as government propaganda to control your mind!

I have to credit the title to a good friend named Scott. He had many interesting philosophies...and one popped into my mind this morning.

Do dogs (and animals in general) have mental/personality disorders? There all those books/people out there defining the overall temperment of certain breeds...when in reality they could be passing on mental illness or personality disorders through their selective breeding.

Jack Russels are super hyper: OCD

Pit Bulls are aggressive: Antisocial Personality Disorder (PD)

Shar-peis are the #1 dog to turn on their owner: Schizophrenia (hallucinations/delusions)

Chihuahuas are bark @ everything: Panarnoid PD

Golden Retreviers are man's best friend: normal :-)

Muts are sometimes the best dogs: all the dominant/recessive gene disorders never got far

Dogs that are classified as lazy: narcolepsy

Cats sometimes love you, then hate you: manic depression

Think about it.

Oh, if I must...

Brittany gave ME a WeBlog award!! I think it is b/c she felt quite obligated since I have been blog stalking her for over a year now, before she was on Blogger. *pause for gasps* She & Michelle showed me the dark since, and I like it!

Here are the rules: I have to answer the following questions with one word answers and one word only! Then I must pass it on to seven others!

This award comes with a list of questions:

1. Where is your cell phone? Desk
2. Where is your significant other? Work
3. Your hair color? Brown
4. Your mother? Ann
5. Your father? Greg
6. Your favorite thing? Eric
7. Your dream last night? Hospital
8. Your dream/goal? Nursing
9. The room you're in? Office
10. Your hobby? Blogging
11. Your fear? Spiders
12. Where do you want to be in 6 years? Mom
13. Where were you last night? Home
14. What you're not? Shy
15. One of your wish-list items? Mini
16. Where you grew up? EVERYWHERE!
17. The last thing you did? Dinner
18. What are you wearing? Pajamas
19. Your TV? Silver
20. Your pet(s)? Koa
21. Your computer? Alienware
22. Your mood? Tired
23. Missing someone? Yes
24. Your car? Cluttered
25. Something you're not wearing? Watch
26. Favorite store? Gap
27. Your summer? Short
28. Love someone? Yes!
29. Your favorite color? Blue
30. When is the last time you laughed? Today
31. Last time you cried? Today

I pass the torch to:

Sarah- my other witty sister-in-law

Becky- b/c I love how her mind works

Amy- my real sister

Al- who took me in as a new Army wife and led the way

Mike- my loving brother, and so very often, partner in crime

Kelly- great Ranger wife & friend

Gillie- b/c she is a fellow nurse, and helps me realize that I school will eventually end, but the learning never does

Make me proud!

Wahoppin?

I have had some crazy dreams in my day...but wow...I even woke up confused.

My sleeping arrangements have been quite awkward lately, but Eric and I did manage to sleep in the same bed for 2 nights in the past 7 days!! This is an accomplishment!

Well, yesterday morning I woke up really confused (Eric had already left for work). In my dream, my husband & I were hanging out with his Battalion Commander (which we NEVER do) and his teenage daughter (which he doesn't have) was showing me & his wife (that doesn't exist) how to dance and shake our booties like "the strippers do." If this wasn't weird enough, we were also drinking wine (never had a drink in my life) and his BC handed me his glass to hold for him, and I gulp it down...then continue to drink everyone else's wine. Then his BC starts throwing a fit about me drinking all his "hero wine" and insists it be replaced & it is from Italy...so Eric promised to order him more online.

As soon as I woke up I texted Eric to tell him about it (b/c I still wasn't convinced I was awake and this would leave me proof) and after he got off work late that night he called me and cracked up at my crazy dream.

Am I losing my mind?

Why can't I take my own advice?

Every week I tell my Sunday School kids to try to "approach each situation with love." And after that statement, I get grumbles, and I confess that it is a HUGE struggle for me...but when you do, the outcomes is normally a happier one. So, why is it so hard to be nice?

There is a girl (and I say girl for a reason) that I come into contact with frequently that has a chip on her shoulder. So, when I have to talk to her, it just makes my blood boil! I said to a friend yesterday, "if she is going to have a constant attitude, why doesn't she just leave?" And they said, "well, she is going through....." to which I replied, "she has been going through...for over a year!" I just don't understand why people are just outwardly hateful and expect everyone to take it. I really just want to yell at her, but then I wouldn't be approaching the situation with love, and what kind of role model would I be? (the real reason is I have to deal with this person too often that it would only make the situation worse)

So, why do I have to be the bigger person...it is no fun, and it really sucks! There are numerous people that I really can't stand, but I have the maturity to treat them with respect and avoid a confrontation (and them).
I am going to vent by stealing Michelle's idea...writing her a letter I will never send.

Dear Rude Girl,

I have gathered from our interactions that there is definately a conflict, but SUCK IT UP AND GROW A PAIR! We are both adults, and I really don't appreciate the attitude you so lovingly display anytime there is a task/discussion that you don't agree with or want to do. No, life isn't always fair, DUH, but part of functioning in the real world is dealing with every kind of person and situation.

I am personally sick of your attitude and don't EVER want to spend time with you b/c of it, but I know spending time with you is inevitable, so grow up, and start playing nice. I am really sick of being the bigger person, and I am not sure how much longer I can. So, to avoid confrontation, grow up and start playing nice. I realize you are dealing with a lot in your life right now, and for awhile, but so are so many people around you and they manage to function in society.

I don't hate you, I just really don't like to be around you...and just wanted to bring up the fact that your bad attitude effects everyone around you, in case you didn't know.

-Me

I feel so much better....

Sticking with this month's theme...

I know there are other women out there who are also "blessed" (or as I always say, cursed) when it comes to genetics. I have the answer!!!

I found out about these sports bras last year when I was working at the gym. I saw a fellow "blessed" female running on the treadmill...and she wasn't bouncing all over the place. I got up the courage to ask her about it when she was finished with her run. Her eyes lit up and she said, "isn't it great?" "See," she then started jumping up and down, "they don't move!!!" I found out where to get them, and forked out the best $60 I have ever spent.

I bought my first one over a year ago, and I wash it about 3-4times a week, and it is still just as supportive as when I first bought it. I finally bought my 2nd one today....kinda gotta save up for them...and I am so excited!

They aren't sized like normal bras, and pay very close consideration to the rib cage measurement...if it is too tight, you can't breathe. These bras don't give like regular ones, and you won't have to wear 2 to get the support you need. The best part is that I don't have headaches after my workout from straps digging into my shoulders.

Check it out, or find a local sports shop that carries them...not the big chain stores...and try one on. Or, go to http://www.enell.com/ to see for yourself.

Happy breast cancer awareness month :-)

Breast Cancer Awareness Month!!!

Since I am pretty sure only women read my blog, I just wanted to send out a little reminder. October is breast cancer awareness month and I just wanted to encourage all women >40 or who have had a 1st line relative diagnosed with breast cancer to get your yearly mammogram!!!

And for the younger, married folks...make it a game, get your spouse involved and do your monthly self breast exams. I know Eric likes to use this excuse ;-)