Gratitude: 249

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Today I am grateful for:

delicious dinners out with my boys :)

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #30

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I like a boy who thinks he is smarter than me but actually isn't.

I find delight in showing a boy just how much brain I actually have and it is fun to match wits with them. It is better when they appreciate your intelligence and also enjoy matching wits with you.  I do NOT like boys who think they are smarter than me and do NOT recognize that I am NOT stupid.

Sometimes in that case I am tempted to show them up...but, there wouldn't really be much point or fun in it.

It is enough for me to know that I could if I wanted to. ;)

The best fun is a smart boy who thinks he's dealing with another "dumb" girl only to see in a short period of time...heyyyyyyy this one can actually have a conversation! The look on their faces is priceless!

Halloween 2011

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On Oct. 29th this year we had a Halloween party and it was a good time!
I tried a few new recipes and they seemed to be a hit!

Deviled Green Goblin Eggs

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SIMPLE PIMPLES

1-2 dozen cherry tomatoes

flavored soft cream cheese spread

Core tomatoes with a carrot peeler or knife. Drain excess tomato juice. Using a butter knife, fill holes in tomatoes with cream cheese. Give each "pimple" a gentle squeeze and arrange on a platter.

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BLOODY BUG JUICE
24 oz frozen strawberries, thawed
6 oz lemonade, frozen concentrate
1 quart ginger ale
1 cup raisins
1 cup blueberries, fresh or frozen
Place the strawberries in a bowl and mash with a fork. In a large pitcher, mix the strawberry mash, lemonade and ginger ale. Place handfuls of raisins and blueberries (bugs) into tall glasses. Pour the liquid over the bugs, then sit back and watch the bugs and scum rise to the top of each glass.
To quench a creepy crowd's thirst, double or triple this recipe and serve in a punch bowl. Drape some gummy worms over the rim of your bowl for a particularly swampy-looking effect!

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Of course we had chips & dip and some of the other usual party snacks but we had a great time too! :)

Camping Day #2

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Well we're getting spit on a bit but we're saying NO rain!!
The boys have been playing in the river and having a good morning.
We had our taco salads for lunch and they were a hit!! The
Boys all ate 2 each...I only had one and that was good enough for me!
Now they are enjoying snacks and deciding if they wanna swim anymore...
They worry about rain!! Lol
I'm trying to read duma key but they ask me questions every five minutes
Which makes it VERY hard to read!! Lol

First Day of camping trip with 2 boys...

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☺Having a great time already with Gib & Josh!
They've put up their tent, been swimming in the river,
Gone for a short walk to explore along the river, ridden
Their bikes, played badminton, had sandwiches and fritos for supper,
And are now getting ready to make smores in the fire...but,
We're waiting for it to get going good! ;)
Ill post pics after I get back home because I'm not sure
How to do it from here yet!

Happy Birthday Hubby!

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Happy 40th Birthday Hubby!
I hope you will enjoy your Conan episodes streamed from laptop to tv and everyone coming next Saturday to celebrate your birthday with you at Wabora's hibachi tables.
Life begins at 40 and so will ours! xo

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French Proverb
Forty is the old age of youth; fifty is the youth of old age.

“Maturity has more to do with what types of experiences you've had, and what you've learned from them, and less to do with how many birthdays you've celebrated.”

30 things I like about Boys

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Just a recap of the 30 Day What I like About Boys challenge:
I like boys who:

1 are FUN
2 are SWEET
3 are SMART
4 are STRONG
5 Smell good
6 Fight with me for fun
7 Listen to me
8 Defend my honour
9 Got MY back
10 have pretty EYES
11 have a lovely SMILE
12 Tell the Truth
13 are a good uncle, brother, son
14 Love his mom
15 are Cool
16 Laugh a lot and are funny
17 Encourage me
18 Support me
19 Understand me
20 have hands bigger than mine
21 give Strong Hugs
22 Make me feel safe-physically and emotionally
23 speak nice words instead of crude because I deserve that ;)
24 share his jacket/sweater with me
25 have long hair (or short, or none is cool too)
26 don't like seeing me cry and so try tomake me laugh to cheer me up
27 value my opinion
28 can BE my rock
29 believe in me
30 think they are smarter than me and find out...maybe not so much! ;) lol

awwwwww really what is NOT to love about boys?

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #29

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There is nothing in the world like a boy who BELIEVES in ME.

He will be unfailingly supportive, encouraging, helpful and ON MY SIDE!

A boy like this makes it much easier to CONTINUE to believe in myself...especially during times when self-doubt can creep in. It is the best thing in the world to know that you have a secondary person to keep your dreams and goals on track!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #28

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I like a boy who can be my ROCK.

Sometimes I am emotional and fragile and it helps to have a boy around who I know is strong and capable of keeping me steady. I am capable of taking care of myself but life is much easier when another person can help share the load. 

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #27

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I like a boy who values my opinion.

A boy who appreciates and values a woman for more than the package she comes in is an awesome boy. A woman has a brain and talents and capabilities that need to be supported, nurtured and encouraged and the boy who knows and does this is definitely one worth having as a friend!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #26

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I like a boy who doesn't like it when I cry and therefore tries to make me laugh or cheer me up.

Boys are the best at making me laugh and cheer up when I feel sad or depressed or upset in any way.

They are the best at making me laugh any time really.

I love boys who make me laugh but especially when they are being sweet and tender.

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #25

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I like boys with LONG HAIR! lol
But, really I must also admit I like short hair as well and also no hair at all is sexy too!
All boys have something attractive about them but yeah, I like the rock star hair the best!!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #24

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I love a boy who will SHARE his SWEATER/JACKET with me when I'm cold.

This is a very sweet thing that I have appreciated about boys since my very first best BOY friend.

It is a thoughtful thing for a boy to do and also chivalrous.

He's giving up his own comfort to keep you warm and comforted because you are important to him.

What is NOT to love about that?

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #23

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I like boys who love and respect me enough to NOT say some of the rude and crude things that boys say.

I am a nice sweet girl who shouldn't have to hear such nasty things!!

On the other hand, once in awhile I have said a few choice words myself.

I like that they forgive me for that!! lol

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #22

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I love a boy who makes me feel "safe".

I do not just mean because he's a big, strong guy and can kick ass either! lol

I mean a boy who feels like a safe haven, feels like home, feels like the person you can trust with all your weaknesses and imperfections and flaws and know that they will not judge you or laugh at your insecurities but rather hold the fragile parts of you safely and gently.

That is a safe haven you can learn to stretch your wings from and then FLY!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #21

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I like a boy who gives STRONG HUGS. There is nothing in the world like being hugged by your boy and feeling safe and sheltered in his arms. :)

(Pretty much I love hugs from everybody!) However, I appreciate boys hugs because sometimes the give you a great big crushing bear hug and you think they might even break you but, it just makes you breathless and feeling LOVED!!!!!!!!!!!!

WHAT is not to LOVE about that??? ;)

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #20

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I like a boy with HANDS BIGGER than MINE! LMAO

I have boy wrists. I have bigger hands than most girls because I'm a big girl.

Never been a dainty little miss and never going to be so in some strange and ridiculous way a man with hands that are bigger and allow mine to fit INTO them make me feel...a little more dainty, a little more safe, a little more protected. I don't know why this is such an important thing to me and/or if it really makes me a complete nutbar but I really LIKE the idea of a man being bigger and stronger and my protector.  I don't really NEED it but, it is a nice feeling to have someone who makes me feel it. :)

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #19

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I like a boy who tries to UNDERSTAND your needs and then does his best to fulfill them.

I like a boy who understands your perspective or point of view and is ok with it being different!

I like a boy who understands and accepts that a woman is an emotional, sometimes fragile human being who needs compassion and nurturing.

AMEN that there are boys all over the world who know how to listen, understand and accept you as you are!!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #18

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I like a boy who is SUPPORTS me mentally, emotionally, spiritually and whatever other ways it is possible.

I am very strong but sometimes I can be weak and low and fragile just like anyone else. It is at these times I want the SUPPORT and understanding that my boys give me.

There is nothing in the world like knowing your husband, your sons, your friends are with you and support you throughout whatever trials come your way!

30 Day WHAT I LIKE ABOUT BOYS Challenge: Post #17

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I like a boy with a positive attitude who ENCOURAGES me to LOVE myself, BE myself and be MORE and BETTER every day. I have met many boys like this who listen and encourage me to follow my dreams and desires whatever they may be. They tell me they believe in me and I should believe in myself.

It is wonderful to have ANYONE behind you and encouraging you to try, to grow, to learn and to go forward in life and I appreciate each and every one of them.

Thank you for the encouragement! xo