TNT'S NINA

Uncle Tim

2008-07-12T11:36:00.001-06:00

"That Scott, he's so nice....and ugh! That Dolores' daughter....she so spoiled!"

2008-02-19T13:48:00.001-07:00

"That Scott, he's so nice....and ugh! That Dolores' daughter....she so spoiled!"
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

After the flickr meet up some of us went and had a few beers and lunch.

Scott decided to go and look at the bar at the liquor display and walk around, I think he had enough 'camera talk" for a while.

I noticed he was at the bar and when he sat back down, he said..

"They have some really nice stuff, I saw a couple of bottles of tequila your brother likes..."

THEN!

Then 10 minutes later, the waitress brings him a shot of Glen Levitt and says:

"This is compliments of the young woman at the end of the bar"

Our faces were priceless!!! The remaining fellas at the table were getting their cameras ready just in case there was going to be a chick fight (there wasn't, I don't know how to fight)

Apparently while he was at the bar, she struck up a conversation with him....he mentioned that $8 for a shot was ridiculous and so she sent one over....

As our table was in awe of the situation and I was laughing....she passed us to go to the bathroom.

I told him to make sure and thank her for the drink when she walked out and he did...

She didn't stay, she just walked out. I think she figured he was single....lol

After leaving the bar, he walked with a certain spring in his step....

Yeah, he's still got it, but like that tree, it's mine.

Happy Valentine's Day!!!!

2008-02-14T10:41:00.001-07:00

366:45
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

I am sooo freaking excited!!

2008-01-18T16:01:00.001-07:00

Jon jonny jonathan john
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

So for those of you who know me, know I am all about Flickr....I have met some great people right here in ABQ and SF that are obsessed about photography as I am. Anyway, for the group avatar, one is picked each time we have a flickr meet. Well MINE was picked for the FLICKR meet I went to a few weeks ago!!!

Here is the link in case you would like to read!!!

I am SO EXCITED!!

http://www.flickr.com/groups/abq_sf_meetup/discuss/72157601651091848/

Never stood in line for a book....but I will now.

2008-01-17T10:29:00.000-07:00

George Michael Signs Big Book Deal
Jan. 16, 2008, 6:39 PM EST
The Associated Press

LONDON -- In what his publisher calls a record-breaking deal, British pop superstar George Michael is working on a memoir to come out in the fall of 2009.

HarperCollins says the book, currently untitled, will be an "access all areas" story, with the 44-year-old Michael writing extensively about his professional and personal life.

A publishing official with knowledge of the negotiations said the deal was worth at least $6 million for British rights alone, among the biggest publishing contracts ever for that market, and at least $7 million overall.

"George has promised HarperCollins a no-holds barred biography, and it's certain to be just that," the singer's manager, Andy Stephens, said in a statement Wednesday. "People aren't stupid, they're beginning to notice that the truth is more interesting than the stories the press come up with!"

Michael, whose many hits include "Careless Whisper," "Faith" and "Father Figure," has had several run-ins with the law, on charges ranging from drug possession to lewd conduct. Elton John, with whom Michael has performed on stage, has spoken of a "deep-rooted unhappiness" in the singer's life.

George Michael Signs Big Book Deal
Jan. 16, 2008, 6:39 PM EST
The Associated Press

LONDON -- In what his publisher calls a record-breaking deal, British pop superstar George Michael is working on a memoir to come out in the fall of 2009.

HarperCollins says the book, currently untitled, will be an "access all areas" story, with the 44-year-old Michael writing extensively about his professional and personal life.

A publishing official with knowledge of the negotiations said the deal was worth at least $6 million for British rights alone, among the biggest publishing contracts ever for that market, and at least $7 million overall.

"George has promised HarperCollins a no-holds barred biography, and it's certain to be just that," the singer's manager, Andy Stephens, said in a statement Wednesday. "People aren't stupid, they're beginning to notice that the truth is more interesting than the stories the press come up with!"

Michael, whose many hits include "Careless Whisper," "Faith" and "Father Figure," has had several run-ins with the law, on charges ranging from drug possession to lewd conduct. Elton John, with whom Michael has performed on stage, has spoken of a "deep-rooted unhappiness" in the singer's life.

366:1

2008-01-04T15:47:00.001-07:00

366:1
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

Day 1

I am going to do something that I have seen on Flickr....I am going to take a picture a day and post it. I figure since I have back pain from carrying this damn bag everyday, I might as well pull out the cam each day.

So far I am 3 for 3. GO ME!

Check it out!

I will also try and post here more often, people (ok, person) said they miss my entries.....

I have a couple of stories/fairytales lined up...

Have a great weekend!

The funniest thing Ness said on New Year's Day

2008-01-03T14:58:00.000-07:00

While waiting for Shrek 3 to come on, the preview for Hairspray played over and over for approximately 10 times. By the third time, Ness said.

"yook (look) there is you"

The first time she said it, I ignored it....

Then she said it again each time it showed she kept saying it....

Was I offended? HELL TO THE NO!

I couldn't stop laughing!!!!

I think it's because of the hair....yeah, that's it...the hair.

I love her!

Since it has been so long since my last post....

2007-12-13T10:49:00.000-07:00

Let's do a bit of randmoness, mixed with a bit of rant, added with a bit of senseless information about.....ME!

1. I have 2660 songs on my iPod.

2. My smooth jazz station has moved to a staticy crappy station (rant)

3. I have my favorite camera lens back.

4. Song I am listening to now is Strawberry Letter 23 by Brothers Johnson.

5. Thought of my friend Ron Landovazo today when I heard Outstanding by the Gap Band. He gave me that album when I was 10

6. My favorite movie of all time is The Color Purple.

7. I know all the words to Strawberry Letter 23.

8. I love the number 8

9. I just got Will and Grace Season 7 in the mail, haven't opened Season 6 yet.

10. I will get all of the seasons, cuz I am obsessed like that.

11. Ness is the funniest kid EVER!

12. I love coffee.

13. I am still having ear problems.

14. I am a grumpy ass person in the mornings.

15. Today is Mariah's 14th Birthday

16. I have been with Scott for 15 years. I count by how old Mariah is.

17. I can't wait for Christmas this year.

18. I hope my Mother makes snowball cookies.

19. Mom, will you make snowball cookies? PLEEEEEAAAASSSEEEE!

20. I don't want the recipie, I just want you to make them.

21. Strawberry Letter 23 is over.

22. I don't know why they named it that, in the song they reference Strawberry Letter 22.

23. (notice the number) What is a strawberry letter anyway?

24. I have many ideas in my head about things I want to do for the holidays which involves my photography, but sadly I don't think I will get to it.

25. I am so excited that my cousin Chris, Blanca, Edgar, & Alex will be staying with us for a few days at Christmas.....The tequila has already been purchased.

26. My brother loves tequila.

27. I am considering getting satelite radio because of the jazz station situation.

28. I am loving the area of my office this year for the holidays. Going to the mall for lunch.

29. I get my haircut on sunday!! :)

30. Tonight I will clean my house.

31. My Dad wonders why I keep such a clean house but my car looks like a garbage can.

32. My Mom taught me how to clean house, he should have taught me to clean cars.

33. The medicine I just bought expired in MARCH!!!

That's it.....I am done.

Happy Thanksgiving!

2007-11-26T14:45:00.001-07:00

Just some snaps from my Thanksgiving....check out my flickr for more during the week!

Happy Veteran's Day

2007-11-12T17:56:00.001-07:00

Happy Veteran's Day
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

My favorite picture of my favorite Uncle.

I <3 Jonathan Butler

2007-11-08T10:11:00.001-07:00

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Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

I am going through a Jonathan Butler phase....

Could it be my Brother and his wife are on a smooth jazz cruise and are seeing him live?

Not pictured here are: Story Of Life, A Brand New Day, & Head to Head....all purchased on itunes.

Also the Richard Elliot Crush and Forever, For Always, For Luther Volume II were purchased soley because of Jonathan Butler....

yeah, I got it bad.

This song

2007-11-07T14:40:00.001-07:00

This man.

This man and this song.

I can't even put into words what this song does to me.

When my Uncle was ill and praying for a miracle, I would play this song over and over and over. In my car, in my home, and once with him.

The day of his service was bittersweet. It was finally over. The pain, the suffering and for the first time in many months, my time was....my time.

Don't get me wrong, I had a choice, oh yes a choice. My choice was to do exactly as I did and I have NEVER had any regrets. But finally, time.for.me.

During his service I didn't cry much. I didn't let go. I cried so many tears I don't think I could ever cry again.

That night, my brother and I had tickets to see Jonathan Butler.

Finally, time for me.

This was my first time seeing Mr. Butler and I was so excited. His voice is big and his faith strong. And for a few hours I didn't think of anything but the beautiful music that he made.

Until.

Until he sang this song.

Then like a dam breaking the emotions that I held in all day flooded and the tears flowed. It was as if I were the only person in the room and he was singing to only me.

The precise moment I felt Tim with me, my brother grabbed my hand and I knew.....Everything is going to be alright.

Everythings gonna be alright

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna be alright..

Everythings gonna beeeeeeeeeee

And still to this day when I hear this song on my ipod, in my car, in a store, it takes me to that time and place.

Now why you ask am I blogging about this now?

Don't worry, I am getting to the part with the dirt....

Reason is.

Billy and Denise are on a ship.

Where this man.

Will sing this song.

And I miss them terribly.

I hope they think of me when he sings it and I can't wait until they get back.

I wanna hear everything......

Miss you guys!

I AM PUBLISHED!!!!

2007-11-02T16:29:00.000-06:00

A few months ago, I was asked if schmap would have permission to "consider" my photo that I took of Isleta Lakes, to be used in their publication.

When people use this website and click on Isleta Lakes, my photo will show....I didn't think anything of it, and said sure, why not...

WELL THEY PICKED MY PICTURE!!!!! WOOO HOO!!!

Do I get money? Nope!

But, I am published....and I think the picture is pretty cool...

Here is the email I got...

Hi Josette,
I am delighted to let you know that your submitted photo
has been selected for inclusion in the newly released
fourth edition of our Schmap Albuquerque Guide:
Isleta Lakes
http://www.schmap.com/albuquerque/activities_fishing/p=213376/i=213376.jpg
If you like the guide and have a website, blog or personal
page, then please also check out our schmapplets -
customizable widgetized versions of our Schmap Albuquerque
Guide, complete with your published photo:
http://www.schmap.com/schmapplets/p=75659917N00/c=SF2008930
Thanks so much for letting us include your photo - please
enjoy the guide!
Best regards,
Emma Williams,
Managing Editor, Schmap Guides

Happy Birthday to my Angel

2007-11-02T09:38:00.001-06:00

The making of a Princess
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

My Angel being the Mama in this picture.

Normally I don't post pics of Nessa in my blog (with respect to the parents) but I am going to make an exception this time, mostly because this is the only picture I have available to Steph)

Anyway.....My Angel turns 23 today!!!! I cannot even believe it. It seems just like yesterday I was driving her to McDonalds to get some french fries and now I do it with her daughter. Sometimes I look in the back seat and I am taken back 20 years ago. Steph and Ness are very similiar at this age. Ness is an awesome combination of both her Mommy and Daddy and has her own personality and is just a cutie cutie cutie...

Wait.

How did this turn into a story about Ness?

Let's get back to the birthday girl.....

Steph.

I am very proud of you. Of how you and Chris are raising Ness. Of how you went back to school and are now doing what you were meant to do. You are talented and will no doubt be successful in your new career.

Still I can't believe you are 23.

23.

Geez! I am getting old!

Oh, and yes, I will be joining you for dinner tonight......

It's not everyday my Angel turns 23......

Love you!

Old School ala Madre!!!!

2007-10-18T14:50:00.001-06:00

Old School!
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

This is for my brother. He and I are nostalgic when it comes to things we had growing up.....

Also, Billy, notice the sweet n low packets.....that is all Mom!

How was your weekend?

2007-10-08T17:00:00.001-06:00

Changing colors....
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

Mine was great! Saturday hung out with Anto and later TNT who now feels the need to strip her barbies of their clothes immediately....Not important to the blog, but that's what I did

Scott and I also got up at the butt crack of dawn (4:00 am) and rode to Chama to ride the train to Antonito. Janna & Mariah bought this for us for Christmas and since next week is the last week and we have plans, we figured we best go this weekend.

It was really fun! I have a ton of photos to go through, I am sure there are better ones than this but this is what I saw last night when we got home....

Also last week Grey's? Totally redeemed itself in my books.... totally!

tap tap tap Is this thing on?

2007-10-04T13:18:00.000-06:00

so, um, yeah....I suck.

I really need to keep up with this thing here.....

But I have no idea what to say and pretty certain no one reads this anymore. If you do, thank you!

Also, who gives a flip about the random stuff? LOL

Ok, it's Thursday which means 2 things.

Clean my house &
Grey's Anatomy

Now, my thoughts on last week's?

Mostly negative, but here it goes....bullet style

What is up with Christina & Alex's hair? Just because they had a 2 week break why did their style change? Christina looks like Laura Ingalls.
I miss Addison and especially Burke. 2 major characters. Even though Isiah Washington said hateful and stupid things, he will definitly be missed from this show. He worked that Burke character like no one's business and I think Christina needs answers.....maybe tonight she will get them as I see Dianah Carrol's character is on... It's just, I WANT BURKE BACK!
Lexi Grey. Lexi is an intern. She is there to learn a job. She needs to do her freaking job and worry about Meredith during break time. She was suppose to get Sheppard for an emergency situation and she is staring at Meredith. WORK GIRLY! I am kind of excited to see where her character goes, but if she doesn't take her "internship" seriously and spends the entire season staring at Mer, then I am over her.
Speaking of over, Mer/Der need to get get it on or get off! 'nuff said.
I did love Bailey and her attitude....She went through hell last season with interns covering up and killing people and now that she is free of them, she can move on. And since she wasn't chosen as Chief, let Callie deal with them....
I feel sorry for Callie. I really do. She loves George. When she married him, she thought he loved her. He doesn't, he loves Izzie, who has loved everyone but the Chief. Even though I love Callie, I don't think George is right for her....she needs a stronger man.
George and Izzi like Mer/Der need to get on or get off. And seriously, the bambi scene? Did not love it.
And as a final note, why are there so many new interns and will they all play a part now? That is alot of people to keep track of....

And there you have it....I still love Grey's and will watch each episode at least 3 times but these are my concerns and I hope everything will work itself out......

I promise I won't go so long between posts....can't guarantee the content being earth shattering, but I will post...

Ciao!

I almost forgot my password to this

2007-09-19T15:25:00.000-06:00

blog, it's been so long!

Not much to report.

Just a little randomness....

* Last week had some drama with our TV. Drama still continues this week, but I have vowed not to make it overcome my life.
* Didn't enter any State Fair entries....came up and took me by surprise, and well I just didn't see anything "worthy"
* Speaking of which, I need to get my MO to the JO back. If anyone would like to have family pictures taken of them for the low low discount price of.....let's say FREE! Let me know. I wanna try and get my MoJo back.
* Scott's birthday was last Sunday. Didn't celebrate too much. Small dinner party and a 1/2 gallon of crown make the boy happy. Next year, he will be the big 4-0. Major party!
* I love my ipod.
* I got the new album from Pat Monohan and I am really digging it. He is the lead singer of Train.
* I obsessed with Flickr.
* I still love George Michael.
* I am getting over Howard. He makes a new cd and that's it. No tours no play on the radio. Boy needs to get a new PR team.
* Winter is coming and I am not looking forward to Scott's dry skin situation. If anyone has advice on how to "cure" it. I am all ears!
* Speaking of ears, Sadie noticed how tiny my ears are and so I measured them. They are exactly 2 inches. I told you this would be random.
* Still writing in the journal. Once I fill it, I may burn it. LOOOOTTTSSS of private things there.
* No, not *that* kind of private. pervs
* Oh, I bought a new watch today! Needed a new battery in my old one, didn't feel like going to get a new battery, bought a new watch instead. Thank to Billy, used my birthday gift certificate.
*Is anyone still reading?
*I wouldn't be if I were you.....

So, I will leave you with this....

Peace out!

2 hours of my life, I will never get back

2007-09-14T14:26:00.000-06:00

Because I turned my house UPSIDE DOWN looking for my copy of Season 1.

Why? Do you ask?

Was I going to watch it?

That would be a big fat NO!

The reason I felt the need to find it, is because I had just recently purchased Season 3 (haven't watched it, but I got it) and wanted to have all 3 seasons together.

That's right, I have OCD.

If they belong together, they need to BE together.

Seasons 1-6 of Will & Grace are together and that makes me happy.

What doesn't make me happy is that when I spend 2 hours looking for something that was in the right place and the place that I checked at least 7 times before.

And yes, I was fully prepared to purchase it again if I couldn't find it....

I got it that bad.....the OCD.

Back to prostitution......

2007-09-05T15:21:00.000-06:00

Damn you Apple!!!!

(referring to earlier post)

2007-09-05T13:40:00.000-06:00

It's a darn good thing I don't have to pull out the hooker shoes....because with some help, I now have a damn fast computer!!!

I, Josette Myrick, although capable of some electronic things but not most, have installed more RAM on my computer.

I went from 250 mb (slower than ass) to 1.2 GB and by this weekend, will be at a lightening fast 2.0 gb of ram....which means what to you?

Not a damn thing!! LOL

But it means to me, faster editing and more picture taking!! In case I didn't take enough pictures.

Speaking of taking pictures, I took a few/75 of TNT this weekend and now that she can voice her opinions, she not so kindly asked me to stop. Did I? Hell NO! I continued. It then got to the point that when she saw my camera, she hid her face with her hand. Smart girl.

If you would like to see these pictures and you are not creepy.....set up a Flickr acct and add me as a friend. If I agree that you are not creepy, I will add you and you can see the pictures I take of her.

She has grown so much and even though she hates it, I will be taking more and more pictures of her and editing them with my mad ram skills!

I would consider prostitution for this....

2007-08-30T10:50:00.000-06:00

It would probably take me a loooooooooooooonnnnnnnnnggggggggg time but, the end result would be this.

I

want.

this.

bad.

Happy Birthday Sal!

2007-08-29T12:09:00.001-06:00

Do I look Pretty?
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick

Scenes from his birthday party can be seen here....

http://www.flickr.com/photos/75659917@N00/sets/72157601738169769/

Or just click on my Flickr....

Take your time.......

2007-08-24T09:42:00.001-06:00

SO, I am in love with a gay man.

A gay man who displays himself in public inappropriately.

A man who has a drug problem.

A man who can sing the SHIZZLE out of the this song.

And a man who looks DAMN good doing it.

Yes, I will say it again.

I am in love with this man..

Move over Howard, there is a new man in town...

I am just saying.

Elisa

2007-08-21T12:45:00.000-06:00

I took these few pictures of a girl who I have photographed since she was an infant. Between her and her siblings....I think I have taken over a thousand photos of them.

It is clear that she has grown into a lovely young lady...

Random to the NESS!!!!

2007-08-16T12:28:00.000-06:00

I know it's been a long time since I posted...

Not much was going on....My parents and brother and his wife ;) had been out of town and I was sad....

Now that my parents are back and my brother and Denise are in route, I feel better...

So....what's new....let's see....

Not a damn thing... So I will copy what my friend Katrina did on her blog...

itunes Thursdays....

I will set my ipod to shuffle and share with you my music.....

exhilerating, I know!!

Ok, here we go....

1. There's Nothing Better Than Love (a remix on Luther's Tribute album) Love me some Luther...

2. A Healin' Fire (Skip Ewing) I love Skip but I always skip this song....ha ha ha ha (pun intended)

3. Sunshine (O'jays) I like this song too, but I always skip it when I come to it.

this isn't working very well....

moving on.

4. Back to Paradise (.38 Special) I listed to them when I wanna rock...just not this song...

5. Killing me Softly (Roberta Flack) I don't listen to this at work or else I will fallllll asllleeep....

6. Rain (Terence Trent D'Arby) He was a 1 hit wonder from the 80's ...too bad, I love his voice.

7. Takin' it to the Streets (Michael Mcdonald) Now we are getting somewhere.....this song is great!

8. City Lights (Brian Culbertson) Never heard this before....hmmmm?

9. Gimmealilclick (euge Groove) We are seeing a smooth jazz pattern forming here..

10. I'm For Real (Howard Hewett) I was hoping he would be in the mix.....I LOVE ME SOME HOWARD. For those of you who don't know, he is on my banner

11. I will remember You (Sarah McLaclan) Very fitting for today...thinking of two people who passed away this week. One who lived to be over 80 years old and one who never took a breath.

12. Save the Best for Last (Vanessa Williams) NOTE TO SELF!! Delete this from my ipod!!! I can't stand this song...

13. Patience (George Michael)...Love me some George Michael!!!

And I leave you with that...

.....

2007-08-10T13:26:00.000-06:00

This is Denise and her Dad.

As some of you may know, Denise is my Brother's Fiance----and will be his wife tomorrow. (yay!)

Her Dad has been sick for the last few weeks and passed away last night.

I can't imagine what Denise is going through....I can just say that my thoughts are with her and hope that this week will be a happy joyous occasion considering the tragedy that she has gone through.

Love you Denise.....and love your Dad.

Happy Birthday to ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-08-08T09:26:00.000-06:00

So here is what the In Style Magazine says for Leo's

Happy Birthday Leo!

What we love Warm, creative and chic, you are naturally social and gregarious. Given your organized and efficient ways, you easily take on leader ship roles. On the other hand....Your pride sometimes prevents you from admitting you're wrong. Stellar Style: You love designer clothes and have very sophisticated taste. You prefer to buy only the very best, like an exquisite vintage tulle cocktail dress or a limited-edition handbag, rather than scores of lesser wares. Love Personality: You relish the feeling of being pursued and expect to be courted in style, which is why you usually are!

Now, with that said....I must say that the are freaking dead ON!!!! ha ha ha

I also included some pictures for your pleasure.....

Picture 1: Taken at Grandma Mabel's house right after what seems an outdoor marathon playing session. I am sweating like a whore in church and Billy is browner than George Hamilton

Picture 2: Just so damn cute. No other words.

Picture 3: My Mother's favorite picture......and also so damn cute, it's sickening.

Picture 4: My favorite picture. I just recently got this from my Uncle and I plan on hanging it in my room. So FLIPPING cute!!

Picture 5: This is here just to show y'all that I was thin at one time and that I can tan, look at those legs!!! Since Billy and I were sheltered and never participated in outdoor activities, we had to make up our own entertainment....this included taking Rocky inspired pictures. Trust me, I have tons of him!!!

Picture 6: The classic Olan Mills family portrait. I hope whoever took that picture is no longer a photographer because where is my left arm?

The thing that cracks me up is that when I needed glasses, I wanted some like my dad. Notice pictures 1 and 6.

Literally. like.. my. Dad.

Anyway, Happy Birthday to ME!!

I can never post without a picture....

2007-08-03T09:51:00.000-06:00

So even though this post has really no meaning, I thought I would post this lovely picture of my burly (he likes when I call him that) cousin Steve. You wil see here that he is fishing and a gust of wind almost took his pretty umbrella away.....I must say he was fast!

Anyway, back to the post.....

speaking of burly men, My man is out of town. He is with his sister at the place I like to call hell on earth. Elephant Butte Lake. Where shade is scarce and the sun rays can cook your skin. Not my idea of fun. I am sure he is having a good time and I will also this weekend. I plan on getting things organized in the ole scrap room and who knows....maybe scrap a little.

I am also excited that someone posted a comment on this blog other than my dear friend Denise....Her name is Sharon and would love to know more about her so, Sharon if you are reading, send me a shout out and if you have a blog, I would love to add it to my many that I read each day.....

Till then.....

I will try and post more now that I know there is a Sharon out there who reads this and posts!

This rocks!

2007-07-27T16:30:00.001-06:00

WTF??

2007-07-27T14:20:00.000-06:00

So this has been up for a while now. It is located on the South side of the freeway when traveling west bound.

When I first saw it, I almost wrecked my car.

Why you ask?

Well its because, I have a cousin whose name is Monica Lovato....

And if you know her, you will know that she would never be competing for a World Title Fight. I know there are many Monica Lovatos in the world, but it's just weird to see her name on such a billboard.

Love you Mon!

Dev A STATED!!!!

2007-07-20T10:05:00.000-06:00

Last night I did something that I have never EV AH done before!!!! No I didn't take drugs (I am still afraid of the the maternal mother unit)

What I did was far more serious than that....I, Josette Myrick, left my cell phone at work.

I will allow some time for that to sink in....

You're halfway there to my feelings....You need more time to grasp the situation before I move on...

Ok, that's good enough.

I don't think you can come close to my devastation but you get the idea.

I won't go into the details of leaving it, let's just say the look on Ethan's face when I told him I think I left my phone at work said it all.... I almost considered rescheduling my nail appt so I could go back to the office and get it. But then again, what's worse? Crappy nails or having to drive back after my nail appt?

At the time, it was driving back.....now, I would have taken crappy nails.

At first I was ok, I thought....it won't be that bad.......then around 8 p.m. panic sunk in. Thoughts raced through my head.

What if something happens to someone and no one can get a hold of me?

What if the building explodes and my phone is destroyed?

What the hell time is it? I now realize I don't use clocks in my home, just my phone.

How the hell am I going to wake up without my alarm?

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Do we even own alarm? THAT WOULD BE A BIG FAT NO!

Now, what do you suppose a person like me would do in a situation like this?

I know had 12 hours before I would be reunited with my celly.....

Do I curl up in the fetal position and weep? Well, I thought about it but decided the best way to

work off the energy is to clean.

And I cleaned like I have never had before.

In addition to my weekly chores, I cleaned the interior of all my windows.

I cleaned all of my baseboards even moving furniture.

I also wiped the carpet where it meets with the baseboard as it is hard to pick up with the vacuum.

And I also did 3 loads of laundry.

I have been to the depths of addiction hell and I need help.

I now know what it feels like to need a fix.

I never, ever want to go through that again.

Oh, when I got into work today I see that I had..

14 missed calls

19 missed text messages

The most important missed item?...... A picture of Steph's favorite shoes with a broken strap.

Very important indeed.

I am so upset that I didn't get that last night and try to console her....

My name is Josette and I am addicted to my celly....

Skillzzzzz

2007-07-19T15:54:00.000-06:00

The thing to photography is not only do you have to have a good camera with good glass, but you have to have photoshop skills.....kinda like how Napoleon Dynamite has numbchuck skills ( I know I spelled that wrong) Anyway, in an effort to further better my skills, I have stayed up well past midnight each night this week to improve them. I think I am doing pretty good, but have alot to learn....What are your thoughts? Did you all know that there is a comment portion to this blog? Or is Denise the only one that knows....

Anyway, what do you think?

Ch ch ch ch changes....

2007-07-18T14:32:00.000-06:00

As you can see I have made some changes to the look of this blog....

Maybe it will motivate me to add more often....

I will leave you with that and check back soon for an update....

P.S. The banner picture was taken by Billy....

100 things....

2007-07-10T15:05:00.000-06:00

1. Born August 8, 1969

2. 8 is my favorite number

3. 8 is always present in my personal passwords

4. My Mom was also born on the 8th

5. Same as my Dad

6. Billy was born on the 23rd of May

7. I was married on May 23rd

8. I think that is enough about the number 8

9. I worshiped Sylvester Stallone when I was in high school

10. Billy and I can recite every line from Rocky's 3 & 4

11. I have never met another girl named Josette

12. A photography client named her daughter Josette after hearing it, not because of me

13. I am allergic to acrylic nails and bees

14. I am a clean freak

15. With my house, not my car

16. I don't like flavored coffee or flavored creamer

17. I don't like diet anything....surprised?

18. I talked for my brother when he was a toddler

19. My mother thought he needed speech therapy

20. I send/receive an average of 4500 texts per month

21. I can text without looking

22. I always have my phone with me

23. I also always carry my cameras with me

24. I have loved smooth jazz way back to the days of Kenny G

25. I have to shake my rugs 10 times. Not 9. sometimes 11 or 12

26. I buy only black ink pens

27. Found out how my Grandfather died when I was on my senior trip. He died when I was 9 months

28. When I found out, I realized how great my Grandma Betty was

29. I Love Howard Hewett

30. I love my gel nails

31. I am faithful to Ethan my nail tech, but never to a hair stylist

32. I don't like rap music

33. I don't like liver

34. I am a freak about texture

35. The toilet paper roll MUST always be coming off the top

36. I have been known to change the rolls in other's homes

37. I don't use over-the-counter shampoos and conditioner

38. I worked a salon and it was my favorite job

39. I know how to play deuces jacks, the bitch, baseball, 123 low, 123 high/low, shove it, 2/22, 7/27

40. I don't gamble

41. I have over 60 blogs bookmarked and read them each day

42. I am blind without glasses or contacts

43. My childhood friend died of AIDS in 1998

44. I am grumpy in the mornings

45. I don't like any nicknames that are derived from Josette except Jos or Jo

46. Some of my nicknames include: Joey, Eddie, Hose

47. My hat size is 1/8 of an inch smaller than Scott's hat size

48. I was born breach and face up

49. I have 2 god-children

50. I love Howard Hewett

51. I knew the minute I met Scott I would marry him

52. I have seen Howard Hewett, Elton John, Al Green, Garth Brooks, and many sax artists in concert

53. One song/concert brought me to uncontrollable tears

54. Jonathan Butler No Woman/No Cry

55. Went to the concert the night of Tim's funeral

56. The release of a very long 4 months

57. My favorite book is "I know this much is true" by Wally Lamb

58. I have read it 5 times

59. I wish I had curly hair

60. To date, have 1850 songs on my ipod

61. My favorite food is tacos

62. I prefer red chili to green

63. My Mom & Aunt Cathy make the best red chili ever!

64. I have never done drugs

65. I was grounded for life in the 8th grade, this involved drugs

66. I still can't go out until the entire house is clean.....its my house now

67. My husband is a mama's boy

68. Scott & Billy think my 2nd toe looks like ET

69. I love going to get my teeth cleaned

70. I have straight teeth and never wore braces

71. I wore a red suit in my 3rd grade play

72. I had a great childhood

73. I love Howard Hewett

74. I love movies that involve some type of photography

75. I have been to a gay bar

76. I like all cheese except cottage cheese

77. I can tell who sings a song based on their voice

78. I remember names of songs and the artist

79. I can't sing worth a shit

80. I am clumsy

81. I cannot go to bed with dirty dishes in the sink

82. I swear like a sailor, yet only used one bad word here (#79)

83. I want an iphone, but it's really not necessary

84. I don't like leftovers

85. I think my Mom is the smartest person I know

86. I pass by my childhood house often

87. My most treasured possession is my wedding ring

88. I am obsessed with correct spelling

89. I hate camping/outdoors

90. I love marking anniversaries

91. 1,3,4,10,20 years... doesn't matter, each one is important

92. I will generally mention a date of a day or celebrate it in someway

93. For dinner tonight, I will have spaghetti and lemonade

94. Tomorrow I will celebrate with birthday cake or bowl of cherries

95. Today is 3 years.

96. Three years since I held his hand as he crossed over to the other side

97. Tomorrow would have been his 58th birthday

98. I am so grateful that for the last 3 years he still comes to me in my dreams

99. That he is happy

100. Today is a day that I miss my Uncle Tim

Do you know why they remove the cow's balls?

2007-06-29T16:21:00.000-06:00

So they keep their mind on grass and not ass......

~ John Giddings

Ok...now Santiago...

2007-06-29T14:56:00.001-06:00

Not much to say.....except for he is a cutie!

More pics from the weekend....

2007-06-29T14:12:00.000-06:00

These pictures are of my dear friend Karen who is also the co owner of the ranch. I think she was there about 5 minutes before she stepped in horse shit....it was quite entertaining watching her scrape it off.....She is the best!

Lato and his father Antonio....this dog thinks he is a puppy and small enough to sit on laps....

This is a picture of Scott and Henry....I think in Scott's next life he wants to come back as Henry. Henry is an amazing man. He has accomplished so much in his life and has done it all with finesse and hard work.....

Ok, I will post again before the end of the day and it will be a Santiago posting...he is so cute, he needs his own post...

There's nothing wrong....with me loving you....

2007-06-26T10:49:00.000-06:00

(cue music from Brokeback Mountain.....)

This picture is from last weekend (more to come) and this shows Lato (big ass male dog) and his secret lover Ziggy (small ass male dog)

When I put big ass, I mean BIG ASS! This is the biggest dog I have ever seen, in fact, I think he is part horse. You know the dog on the movie The Sandlot? This dog could eat that dog for a snack!

Anyway, after spending the afternoon under a shade tree and chasing small children around the ranch, Lato was happy when he saw Ziggy trot up the dirt trail.

At first, it didn't seem like a big deal.....Ziggy went up to Lato and made his introduction. Lato sniffed him and you would think that would be it. You would think Lato would realize that Ziggy had the same parts as he did and move on...

OH NO!

Like a blooming, fragrant, gerber daisy, Lato suddenly was in love and there was no stopping him! He proceeded to try his luck, not realizing that with the size gap between the two, that it was physically impossible to succeed in his attempt. Never mind, if he did latch on (sorry, couldn't think of another word) that it would be short of impossible....

Now you would also think that Ziggy would not be interested....again, oh nooooo!

Ziggy would ever so casually back it up and flaunt his blooming flower right in front of Lato....teasing him, if you will. Making Lato's efforts while in haste, very challenging. Lato fumbled like a acne faced teenage boy, at the prom.

With no shame to his game and for all to see.

Funniest part was when his Mother shouted to Antonio "Look at your son!"

Good times, good times indeed.

I will post more pictures this week....

For my brother

2007-06-25T12:39:00.001-06:00

Coming soon and update with pictures of the grand and glorious time I had this weekend....

It's official!

2007-06-20T10:17:00.000-06:00

These two kids are getting married!

Married?

Yes, maydid!

Married?

Yes! Maydid! Geez!

(A typed scene from Sixteen Candles)

Anyway, Billy gave the ring to Denise on friday and she said yes!

For those of you who do not know, they are getting married August 11th at 5:45 pm in St. Thomas!

I am so happy for them! And I get 2 nephews!

Things I need to keep me going

2007-06-12T15:30:00.000-06:00

coffee

ipod

phone

camera

and Scott.

He went to the lake for the weekend and he is now home.....(woo hoo!)

The Algire forehead

2007-06-07T09:32:00.000-06:00

In addition to being big enough to post a billboard, seems there is a dent right in between the eyes. Might add character to Dad and Billy, but me....not so much.

*looks up botox in yellow pages*

Not sure what happened before

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but this is awesome!

Dead, Dying or Bleeding....

2007-06-06T10:37:00.000-06:00

Is what I told my peeps last night when I got home. This meant do not bother me unless someone is either dead, dying, or bleeding. Well unfortunately I didn't notify Michael and he called.

Now. one thing is, he didn't leave a message so I figured it wasn't too important.

That is until he called this morning.

After I said hello he said.....Are you okay?

I told him I was sick and didn't answer the phone last night..

He then said that Heather texted me and since I didn't answer my phone that I must be dead, dying, or bleeding.

I replied that I didn't receive any texts and he said...."Are you sitting down?"

Now I am worried.

He then proceeds to tell me the events of last night. I will spare you the details but let's just say that the jest of the situation is that Wes called him.

Wes.

Wes is the guy who broke Michael's heart.

Wes is the guy that forced Michael to come out of the closet (only good thing)

Wes is the guy who lied about everything and still not sure if anything he said is true.

Wes is the guy who I told "If you break Michael's heart, I will kick your ass"

Wes is the guy who broke Michaels heart at the end of that week.

Operation Wesisbackandmustbeeliminated is now in full force.

The troops have been notified and the vodka is on ice.

I do not plan on picking my friend off the floor again. The last time it happened I swore I would never let this guy hurt him again....Perhaps this is the perfect time to carry out my promise.

Something tells me I won't be invited to join them for dinner or drinks...

Can you tell I am not a fan of this man?

HA!

274 views?!?!?

2007-06-04T15:23:00.000-06:00

If you look at my flickr account (link at the bottom) you will see that this lovely picture has gotten 274 views. Um....question, are they looking at the subject or the skills of the photographer? I am sure its the subject....there are so many things wrong with the picture. The sharpness, the cutting off of the hand, etc. All I know is, we are going to have to take more time and take more pictures. This was last minute and FREEZING! I only snapped 10 pictures and then went indoors!

dove evolution

2007-06-01T13:51:00.001-06:00

This is why I need to brush up on my photoshop skills.

Everyone has to have skills. Num chuck skills....(Napolean Dynomite)

Hubba hubba, Michael, and randomness from last weekend

2007-06-01T10:00:00.000-06:00

Hello! I know its been a long time since my last post....just haven't had anything exciting to say lately...Actually, I do have something exciting to say, but need to clear it first and do it right.

till then.

The first picture of Scott is NOT posing....we had a couple/ten (just kidding) drinks at the Elephant Bar and I whipped out my camera. Whenever I "whip" it out, he looks away....not cute.

The second is of a little girl whose Mother works with Janna. She was a cutie! She helped me get over missing Miss TNT while they were camping.

The next two are of Michael......one girl asked me on my Flickr account if he was single....I replied yes, but that is not the obstacle. HA!

The last is of Mariah. I was showing Scott's cousin my camera and shot this picture. I was pretty happy with the results....

That's it peeps! I promise to post more often...

Carry on.

Hellooooo Michael

2007-05-25T10:27:00.000-06:00

Just an impromptu photo session in front of his house. After good dinner, good conversation, good pictures.....love it!

Anniversaries and Birthdays!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2007-05-23T09:45:00.000-06:00

Today marks 2 very important things in my life.....

Today is our 9 year anniversary. 9 years. wow. Its been pretty easy, if its this easy, then the next 100 years with him will be a breeze. Seriously. I couldn't ask for a better guy. He is kind, handsome, my best friend and I am one lucky girl.

Today is also my brother's birthday. He too is, kind, handsome, my best friend and I am lucky to have such a wonderful brother.

So, Happy Anniversary to me and Scott and Happy Birthday to Billy!

Have a Grand and Glorious Day!

Billy and I just spent the last hour and

2007-05-22T17:16:00.001-06:00

a half text messaging this montage on our cell phones....No, we aren't retarded! Perhaps this is the reason people won't play against us in a trivia game...

The Man has big balls.....

2007-05-22T09:08:00.000-06:00

A little intro to the story....

For the last few weeks Scott and his Dad have been going fishing to various places around the state. One day, I joined them when they went to Isleta Lakes. I wanted to use my camera and get some practice in....needless to say, Isleta Lakes is not very pretty....so not much happened there....

Fast forward to yesterday. The guys went to Pecos.

Me: How was your day?

Him: It was nice, we finally got fish this time

Me: How was the weather, was it nice out?

Him: Yeah, it was really pretty. I think the next time we go, I will take your camera

(DEAD SILENCE.......crickets........could hear a pin drop)

There were no words for me to say.... ha ha ha

Actually I would let him take my baby if he asked.....but I don't think he ever would....

Luis

2007-05-17T10:25:00.000-06:00

He is a cutie....Love that with all of the kids running around that day, I found him content and by himself. I had to clone out some things off his face....seems that right before this was taken, he was enjoying some chocolate birthday cake.....

Good times....Good times....

2007-05-15T11:51:00.000-06:00

What started out as a Mother's Day BBQ turned into Studio 54......

We had SOOO much fun. We danced, drank spirits, and had a WONDERFUL time. The best part? Is the last picture.....It's been so long since this woman smiled.....Love it!

Happy Mother's Day

2007-05-11T12:16:00.001-06:00

Happy Mother's day!!!

Oh, and Grey's totally redeemed themselves last night....good tv.

It was my lucky day....

2007-05-09T13:31:00.000-06:00

Howard's new cd's release date was suppose to be on May 15th. I planned on buying it at the store so that I could read word by word the cd cover. However yesterday when I was on itunes, I typed in Howard Hewett into the search just to see if the cd would be available for preorder. To my DELIGHT, it was for sale. I immediately raced home after work and downloaded it. I AM IN HEAVEN......Of course, he could sing the yellow pages and I would love it.

Am I still going to buy the cd on May 15th? you ask....You bet your sweet ass I am. I only do this for Howard.....

Good tunes..

Grey's Anatomy....

2007-05-04T10:06:00.001-06:00

last night.....

SUCKED BALLS!

Easter 2007

2007-05-04T10:05:00.001-06:00

Easter 2007
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick.

I was just messing around on Flickr.....and did this!

2 Hours, 120 minutes, 7200 seconds....

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of pure bliss tonight!

Grey's Anatomy!!!

So, unless you are dead, dying, or bleeding....DO NOT INTERRUPT ME TONIGHT!!

So sad....

2007-05-01T13:56:00.000-06:00

I read blogs and stalk flickr where I read this story....Click on the picture to read it....

So sad....

Happy Birthday Grandma!!!

2007-05-01T12:20:00.000-06:00

Today is Betty's 85th birthday! I have a ton of pictures of her on my home computer but none on this one. :(

I want to give her a shout out on her actual day!

She is so independent! She still drives, lives on her own and is loved by so many people. She, along with my aunt, cousins, and TNT make 5 generations! Very cool!

I will definitely take alot of pictures this weekend at her birthday party that I have not gotten officially invited to (hint, hint Aunt Ruth) but am going....

In other news....

I am sad to say that Reverend Alden from Little Prairie on the House (as we call it) passed away today.....I love that show!

Randomness....

2007-04-26T10:21:00.000-06:00

1. Yourself? Always
2. Your boyfriend/girlfriend? married
3. Your hair? a mess....(not sure what I am doing with it, but this is not working...)
4. Your mother? Junedolorescleaver
5. Your father? Wardjohncleaver
6. Your favorite thing? my phone & camera(s) YES PLURAL!!!
7. Your dream last night? a recurring one
8. Your favorite drink? Coke full strength.....
9. Your dream car? mine, cuz its paid off.
10. Room you're in? cubicle
11. Fear? loved ones hurt
12. What you want to be in 10 years? right where I am now...
13. Muffins? make me think of Grandpa Jasper...no chocolate ones.
14. Who you hung out with last night? With TNT at the park! So fun!
15. What you're not? Fashion model material.....
16. Time? 10:23
17. What you're wearing? black pants, hot pink shirt.
18. Favorite weather? Spring
19. Favorite book? All by Wally Lamb
20. Last Thing You Ate? b-a-n-a-n-n-a
21. Worst vice? see #8
22. Best friend(s)? yes, many
23. Thinking about right now? whether to eat pinche raman noodles for lunch or go out.
24. Car you drive? again, a paid off elantra.
25. Your life? not too bad lately

I have been tagged....

2007-04-25T10:23:00.000-06:00

Here are 7 random habit/things about me...

1. When climbing up stairs and also when shaking out my rugs, I count. Rugs have to be shaken 10 times each. not 9, not 11..... 10 times.

2. I think sometimes I have esp....at least when it comes to Stephanie and Billy. When I am thinking of them, suddenly I will get a text from them. Could it also be that they text me the most? perhaps, but it seems that whenever I am thinking of them, I get a text... OMG (George Lopez) It totally happened right now....

3. When I buy a cd it seems that the song I purchased it for or my favorite song is always song Number 8.....

4. If I drink a soda it has to be in ice. Even if the can is cold. If the can is hot, then I have to put it in the fridge to cool before I put it in ice....otherwise is a melted ice mess.

5. I can text without looking at my phone....

6. I send an average of 3000 texts per month.

7. I am still searching for the perfect purse....Anto knows which one. I have a similiar one that was not intended to be a purse, but a bag that a shaving kit came in, sold during the holidays....
(it even says Schick on the inside label)

Luther VanDross - A House is not a Home (Live)

2007-04-20T10:35:00.001-06:00

Today he would have been 56.....

Evelyn's Replacement

2007-04-17T10:14:00.000-06:00

Well.....it's official. We are in debt. ha ha Just kidding. We bought Scott a new vehicle and although we don't have a name for it yet, it is a beautiful truck! Scott is so excited and I am so happy for him. Now, if I can only drive it without taking out any lamp posts....

Celebrating Dolores' birthday ya ya style

2007-04-13T10:56:00.000-06:00

I am going to join the ya ya's for lunch today.....

My mother has a group of friends that have been friends for years....and I mean YEARS! Since it's kinda slow here today, I thought I would join them.

I think someday this will be me, Reina, Sadie, Pam, Geraldine.....LOL

I will post pictures of these ya ya's....

Speaking of what TNT DID say...

2007-04-12T10:12:00.000-06:00

Yesterday while she was in my care, I had to put the child in time out....

Now, normally I am a softie and she really has to be "bad" for me to put her in timeout...and she was. She threw her juice and then threw a fit.

When she got home she told her parents she was in time out. When they asked her why, she replied....

Cuz, I fucked with Nina.

She sure did.....

Kick his ass...er...butt

2007-04-09T15:44:00.001-06:00

This is the funniest thing ever....Almost what TNT would say...

My Favorite Tree

2007-04-09T12:06:00.001-06:00

My Favorite Tree
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick.

So, I have been questioning my photography lately.....not getting any good shots and not taking many shots at all....then I come into work and see this....I am so EXCITED!
(click on "My Favorite Tree" to see why I am excited!)

aidan

2007-04-05T16:51:00.001-06:00

aidan
Originally uploaded by josette8myrick.

I am testing something here...

2801 Christine NE

2007-04-05T14:14:00.000-06:00

This is where we lived (as mentioned in an earlier post) It's scheduled to close on April 16th. According to the MLS it has pergo floors throughout. Guess the yellow shag carpet wasn't their thing...... **ETA** When I text messaged Billy about the house, I told him that there were pergo floors throughout. His reply was (and I quote) "You mean they didn't like the blue floors & sparkling linoleum in the front bathroom??" I was LMFAO!!! (Mom, that means Laughing My Fucking Ass Off) I memmer the floor in the bathroom, it had glitter!!!

One thing I was surprised though, I never knew exactly how big that house was....it was only 1280 sq ft. It was planned well, cuz you could hold 40 or 50 people in there with no problem....

As the saying goes.....

2007-04-04T13:02:00.000-06:00

Scratch my back, and I'll scratch yours....

Thanks to Sister Dar, she is scratching our backs and at the same time we are scratching hers.
Together we have come to a solution that benefits all parties involved and its nice.

Nice indeed.

Ola!

2007-04-03T12:27:00.000-06:00

Well....just when we thought the truck buying situation would be easy....it isn't. The orginal plan was to buy the Squaw (Met's Truck) but the truck that Met wanted to buy is not for sale.....so, we will be on the lookout out for a truck for Scott.

If you know of any good, used, vehicles that Scott would like, let him know!

Cutest damn thing ever!

2007-03-30T10:47:00.001-06:00

I am over American Idol

2007-03-29T09:21:00.001-06:00

But will leave you with this....

Scott has given up the other woman in his life.

2007-03-28T14:31:00.000-06:00

Evelyn.

Yep, he sold his beloved truck Evelyn. I am so sad, but she went to a good family that will take care of her. (sounds like I am talking about a pet dog) ha!

He has always referred to his truck as Evelyn and would even talk to her. If I ever gave a cross look to it, he would stroke the dashboard and say "She doesn't mean it, she is sorry" Yes, he was crazy.

But alas, it was time.....now his next truck will be his friend Met's truck, Squaw.

Scott and Met are dorks.

Yes, I am still here.....

2007-03-27T14:23:00.000-06:00

Not much to post today....Kinda slow in the life of TNT's Nina. Which scares me because I feel that something is going to go wrong....you know that feeling? Anyway, since I don't have anything exciting to share.... I will put my ipod on shuffle and give you the first 10 songs and tell you why I love them. Exciting? You bet your sweet ass it is!

Ok here goes nothing...

1. Love and Happiness-Al Green. What can I say, this man is BRILLIANT! Very fond memories of seeing him in concert. He is mine and Billy's Elvis. So sorry my Dad missed it, even though he doesn't like live music....this was good!

2. Let's Get Deeper- Howard Hewett. I could go on and on for days, but I won't. love him

3. Changing Tides-Brian Culbertson. Nice Mellow music....(no words, sorry Scott)

4. Star People-George Michael. One of my guilty pleasures....I love me some George Michael and love this song. It gets you out of a bad mood fast....good for today.

5. I miss you love tonight-Jonathan Butler. Aaah!! This man is an amazing artist. I am sad that we won't be seeing him on the cruise (thanks to the assholes who stole Scott's truck and changed our priorities) I thought this man was tall, dark, and handsome. Till I saw him in concert. Then I realized he was only 2 out of 3. (he is as short as me)

6. The Dance F/Bebe Winans- Dave Koz & Bebe Winans. I like this song, but mostly just skip it.

7. How Do I live-Trisha Yearwood. HOKEY HOKEY HOKEY. ( Thought I deleted this) Note to self, do it when I get home. A song you can only hear so many times.

8. Maybe There Are Reasons-Gerald McCauley. The only reason I have this is because it was part of an album on itunes that I needed to purchase to get a song from Artist #5. Its pretty good i guess...

9. Tete a Tete-Jonathan Butler. Today's theme must be Jonathan Butler. This song reminds me of what Italy would be like.

10. Patience-George Michael. George and Jonathan day. This song helped me get through the time Tim was in the hospital....

And there you have it.

SOOOO EXCITING HUH!?

I'm learning to live without you now...

2007-03-22T09:30:00.000-06:00

But I miss you sometimes.
~Don Henley

THE ORIGINAL COCKROACH VS. WEATHERMAN

2007-03-21T17:01:00.001-06:00

Sucks to be us....

2007-03-20T10:51:00.000-06:00

I am going to make a long story, short. Very short. Bullet style, to the point.

Woke up Sunday Morning to discover Scott's truck had been stolen
After filing a police report and contacting Ins Co, spent the rest of the day feeling violated and praying that 1. We get the truck and 2. Praying that we don't.....both at the same time.
Shed a few tears and keep telling ourselves, it could be worse. Scott saying "they must have wanted it more than I did." Thinking to self, how lucky to have someone that positive, because I WAS PISSED!
Receive phone call from police at 6:15. Truck found at Costco on Eubank. Had been there since at least noon RUNNING!!!! The Barney Fife security guard sure earned his pay that day when he realized it there at 12:00 and thought perhaps, someone just ran in real quick. The only reason it was reported because a lady came out to her vehicle and realized hers had been stolen. Seems that they dropped off Scott's truck to steal hers.
Picture 1 shows the only damage to the vehicle. A busted steering wheel column.
Picture 2 shows that any minute it was going to run out of gas, and also how many miles it has. Guess the theives thought it wasn't worthy to steal and/or vandalize. I guess there is some light.

That's it. The whole enchilada.

Then, if things couldn't get any worse for us.....as we were watching tv last night, we heard a LOUD BANG!! Thought someone ran into our garage door with their car. Turns out, our brand new 89 ounce liquid laundry detergent exploded and fell off the shelf in our laundry room. My floor is the cleanest it will every be and now when we walk into the house it will smell Downy Fresh......cuz that's how we roll. Tide with a touch of downy.

2801 Christine NE

2007-03-16T10:03:00.000-06:00

Feeling a bit nostalgic here.....have been since last night.

As I was getting my nails did, Ethan's next client came in, Roberta, she also ways my former neighbor.

Roberta and her sister Cathy live 2 houses from my childhood home at 2801 Christine NE. Roberta informed me that my house was for sale and was vacant.

Like a tidal wave, a FLOOD of emotions came to mind. Its funny, my parents moved out of that house in 1997 and yet, when I dream of my parents house, its always this one. Not their new one. And although their current home is lovely and warm, it doesn't hold the memories that 2801 Christine NE does.

2801 Christine NE is the place that....

I lived at when I went to 1 Grade School, 1 Middle School, and 1 High School....same thing for Billy.

that my cousins Kenny, Kevin, Keith & Aunt Jean lived with us for about 6 months. We held whiffle ball games every day in the street.

I had childhood friends like Kenny, Steve, Kelly, Frank, Karen, Kristina and Jimmy John. Shame on me for not being in touch with these people, perhaps I will make an effort to get into contact with them. Sadly, Kenny and Frank passed away, both 7 years ago.

my brother nearly lost a finger in a slammed garage door.....at the same time my Dad was on top of the roof, he was there in 2.2 seconds and the ladder was on the other side of the house. My Mom is convinced he jumped off.

its also the place where my Mom cut her finger while making corn on the cob (why she needed a knife, I have no idea). My parents were having a last minute party with their friends and she was intoxicated while shucking corn with a large sharp butcher blade.

the house where only a few (and I mean a few) pets resided. The first of 2 was a dog named Pepper, not sure what happened to him or her. 2nd was a Chow named Butkus, perhaps the stupidest dog in all America. He was good with kids but when the front door opened, he was out like a shot! Billy and I gave our Mother a hard time for getting rid of Butkus, but deep down, we were relieved when we didn't have to hear her complain about having to pick up the shit. Because as you know, dogs shit. And we certainly were not going to pick it up. I read somewhere that if you became a porn star, your name would come from your first pet and the name of your street.
Pepper Christine. Oh yeah, that sounds sexy!

This house also had the cleanest carpet. Why do you ask? Oh, let me tell you.....BECAUSE I HAD TO VACUUM IT EVERY.SINGLE.DAY!!! We had this red carpet in the TV room (that's what we called it, because it held the tv) and it would show every crumb, if you farted in that room, it showed. I HATED THAT CARPET!

Anyway, I could go on and on but I am sure you are probably getting bored with the memories....If not, let me know and I will call you in the middle of the night and tell you more.

After I finished getting my nails did, I passed by hoping that it wasn't sold. I had already put a call into Michael so he can show it to me. I have always wanted to go back and see the new people have done with it. The outside has changed, someone put up a ranch style fence on it, and it looks ridiculous. They have changed the windows and the big, ass, ugly tree that was half burned is now gone. As I approached the house, I was sad to see that it had been sold. I wouldn't be able to go in.

I parked in front for a few minutes.

Thought of the special times.

Then went home to my own house, and vacuumed my carpet.

100th Post and a man named Whiz.

2007-03-15T16:08:00.000-06:00

Woo Hoo!!! This is my 100th post and I am surprised that I still write, or that people still read...

amazing.

In other news, my job requires that I verify people's names and addresses...here is how the conversation went.

ME: Thank you for calling...yada yada yada. May I verify you name and address please (in an everso pleasant voice I might add)

CALLER: My name is Wiz Martinez blah blah blah....

ME: (still pleasant but now puzzled) I'm sorry your name is Wiz?

CALLER: Yes, its Wiz.

I pull up the account, and sure as shit, his name is Wiz. My question is this.....who in the hell names their kid Wiz and if its a nickname, who in sam hill would register a vehicle under that??!!

If its a nickname, I wonder how it came to be....

And that is the exciting life I lead.

Tonight is nail night after which I will be stopping at the local liquor store and purchasing alcoholic beverages to be consumed and enjoyed in the privacy of my own home.

I am no alcoholic by any means, but this is necessary today.

Wanting to flip the bird.....

2007-03-14T09:27:00.000-06:00

of the perch of my window!!!

When we moved into this office, my 1 request was that I sit next to a window. Oh how happy I was when we got here and I sat next to a window with a great view!!

Everyday since that blessed day, there has been a little red breasted ratwithwings/bird that thinks its a woodpecker because he picks the window as if its fresh roadkill......

The first 10 minutes of the first day it was cute, now its on my big nerve.

Somewhere a nest is missing their idiot......

Kt Rama & Steve

2007-03-13T16:26:00.000-06:00

This is what happens when a man's youngest daughter goes to winter ball....suddenly his gun collection needs cleaning....lol!

EVERYDAY

2007-03-09T10:39:00.000-07:00

I have made a vow to use these things *everyday*. 2 of the 3 I do use ALOT *everyday*, the third, I am going to make a concious effort to do so.

I used to have a journal in high school.....(don't know what happened to it) and I really liked the idea. I am going to jot in here my thoughts, ideas for scrapbooking, songs I want to download, things TNT says etc......So many times I forget things and so this will help.

I am excited....to do this *everyday*

This girl is going places....

2007-03-08T09:51:00.000-07:00

I just love this picture....Zoe is the daughter of my cousin and let me just say.....this girl is gonna be somebody....

She is a brilliant student. Beautiful on the inside as she is on the outside. And speaking of the outside....LOOK AT THIS FACE!!!! Aaawww...to have lips like that....

This picture might be one that I enter in the NM State fair....what are your thoughts?

As the saying goes....

2007-03-07T10:18:00.000-07:00

"Hell hath no fury, like a woman scorned" WRONG!

More like...

"Hell hath no fury, like when Dolores' daughter is hungry"

The daughter, like her mother, have been known to cut in line at a Vegas buffet or scream obscenities at a Verizon Wireless Door Greeter....

I am not saying, I am just sayin......

Thinking all day....

2007-03-06T16:40:00.000-07:00

of what to post.....And of course, since I have no pictures on this computer, I have no idea what to say....

Hhhhmmmmm.... (taps index finger to chin)

Had a pretty good weekend, kinda busy, kinda not. Scott came home from Nashville. Watched Miss TNT overnight.....Saw Baby Raul, Samantha, and Raul's new son Jose. All I have to say is....that man makes pretty babies!!! CUTE CUTE CUTE!! Did I have my camera with me? That would be a big ass NO! I need to start taking it with me everywhere....You just never know.

What else? I still love my scrap room....Each time I go in there, I lose time. Friday night I went in at 8:30, looked at the clock and it was 2:30 in THE FREAKING MORNING!!! Then I still didn't go to bed till 3:15!!! Love Love Love the room. Last night, I just sat on the comfy couch and watched tv....that's it. Didn't even scrap!

Oh, and I guess this must be said.....

Drinking and Driving just doesn't mix well.....NO Mom, not me. But someone very dear to Scott and I had a few too many to drink and myself and others urged him to either stay where he was or allow us to drive him home. He refused! As a result, he was picked up for DUI. The good thing is, he didn't hurt anyone, but the bad thing is....he will be paying for it for a long, long, time. I guess what I am trying to say....if you drink and drive, you lose. That's it, no more sounding like Bill Richardson.....although I think my hair is looking alot like his.....

Tomorrow, I will post pictures!

Lakisha Jones - And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going

2007-03-01T16:27:00.001-07:00

This girl will win American Idol...

Shalamar Medley - Howard Hewett of Shalamar

2007-03-01T13:30:00.001-07:00

Love love love this man.

Sylvester Stallone ---- I am just saying.

2007-03-01T13:25:00.001-07:00

Before and after....

2007-02-27T10:01:00.000-07:00

OH MY GOD!!!!!!!

So! Remember when I said earlier that I had pictures of my scrap room but couldn't find them? Well the Gods must have been listening, because before I could take more pictures, my gracious brother gave me his office furniture.....

I was thrilled with the old/new desk that I got from my office. It was HUGE!! It took Scott and Rory a long time to get it in the room. Scott even said that when we move, the desk stayed. It was that much of a pain in his ass.

Then just a mere 2 weeks later, my brother sold his beautiful home and generously gave me his office furniture. You should have seen me going up to Scott and telling him that! HA!

I told him that I would take the old one apart and set up the new one, all he needed to do was deliver it. Simple Simon!

Early Sunday morning I got up and removed everything out, took out the old one and went with Scott to get the new one. When we got it home, I panicked. It was mostly put together but partly not. I knew Scott was not going to help me and my brother was far too busy with his own house, and you all know me.....I want it done yesterday. As luck would have it, Rory's son didn't have any plans and I paid him fifty bucks. The best damn fifty bucks I have ever spent. The boy is so smart and we got it up in about 3 hours.....

I love my new room so much that I go in there turn on the lights and just admire it.

I am so lucky to have a brother with expensive taste!!!

LOVE HIM!

Quote....

2007-02-23T14:09:00.000-07:00

"The measure of a man is shown by how he provides his children."

Reggie Poitier as told to his
son Sidney

I can't stop thinking about this.....and how true it is.

GO Lorraine It's your Birthday!!!

2007-02-21T10:30:00.000-07:00

This is a shout out to one of my favorite people, Ms. Lorraine Martinez. She is pictured here in the front right wearing blue and black. Pictured with her is her sister Laura (front left) and her friends Lucci and Lucinda.

What I love about Lorraine is that she is a beautiful person both on the outside as well as the inside. She single hand idly raised her son Ruben (with some help from friends and family) into a fine young man. She is the first to roll up her sleeves when its needed and she is the best one to sit next to when having a cold one. She loves her music and loves her friends and family, and I am better for being one of them.

So, here's to you my friend! Let's celebrate soon!

Love ya!

There is something in the world with my name on it...

2007-02-20T15:59:00.000-07:00

and its this ugly ass bobblehead doll.

Deal or No Deal!

2007-02-20T13:25:00.000-07:00

Did you see it last night????? No? Then you are in for a treat!!!

Ok, the man's name was Hyoung Poung, and yes, he is from China. Anyway when he picked number 8 as his case to keep, I was hooked. Not sure if you know, but my favorite number is......8. I was born 8/8/1969 and will be throwing ONE HELL OF A PARTY next year on 8/8/08!!!

Anyway, the point.

He picked case number 8 and proceeded to chose more and more cases. As the show progressed, his story was revealed. His parents arrived from China with exactly $750 in their pocket and made a life for him and his siblings. They were the cutest couple. His Mom was exuberant and his Dad was alot like mine, quiet. As he continued to open cases, the deals came....yadda yadda yadda.

He gets to the last 4 cases on the board and the money left was...

$750

$75,000

$500,000

$750,000....

He has to pick one case.......

He chooses case number 24 and you guessed it, it contained $500,000. So now that is left on the board is...

$750

$75,000

$750,000

All derivatives of $750 The odds of that happening are AMAZING in of itself. But he is holding case number 8!!!! And case number 8 may hold the largest prize.

This whole time while he has been given offers, his Dad quietly sits and offers no verbal wisdom, perhaps its his quietness that he offers. Who knows, one thing is for sure, he is a humble man and one who has worked hard throughout his life to provide for his family.

The decision is now at hand. The offer is $241,000 for the DEAL or open one more case if he decides NO DEAL. He thinks about it and says, "even though this seems to be fate, I have to take the money" So he takes the Deal.

Howie then asks, if he didn't choose, which case would he open? He chooses it, and yes, it contained the $750,000. He made a great deal.

What was inside his case number 8? This is where it gets deep......

It held $750. The exact amount of money that his parents had when they came from China. It was surreal. At that moment, his parents were sobbing as Howie handed over the case to them. This was full circle.

It made me and Scott both cry!!!!

And there you have it, who needs Tivo, you have me! Ha!

Tune into tonight's American Idol. We will be celebrating at Case de Algire where we will be dining on tostadas YUMMY! and a not so pretty cake. I made the cake and it was fluffy as all hell and I ran out of frosting!!!??? Billy will laugh, but its going to be good!

Welllll.....

2007-02-16T10:45:00.001-07:00

shit. I had a post showing my new desk in my scraproom and I can't find the picture....Since I like to post with pictures, you will have to wait. I know, you are all too excited to wait, but I promise......it will take your breath away.....or maybe not

So what else can I talk about? *thinks heavily*.....Well me and Miss TNT went out on a date last night for Valentines Day. We had a pretty good time. We ate at Chili's and this child must be going through a growth spurt because she GRUBBED!

Its amazing, I haven't seen her in 3 days and I must say her vocabulary has grown! I asked her to pick up some of her toys, she does better when there only a few out....or maybe its I that does better. Anyway, she gave me a look and said "Just a minute" I was laughing so hard I almost peed my pants.

Let's see what else....I feel like I am rambling....sure wish I had those desk pictures...

Ok, here are my plans for the weekend....

Tonight: Clean (I love to clean at night) Scott is working and this works out pretty good.

Tomorrow: Take our taxes to get done. Go see Grandma and Dar. Perhaps Mariah has a volleyball game....hang out.

Sunday: Nothing planned perhaps just see what the day brings.

And that folks, is the exciting life I live....

Have a great weekend!

I hate snow.

2007-02-15T16:03:00.000-07:00

'nuff said.

Final Farewell......

2007-02-13T10:02:00.000-07:00

Well folks, I am back to work. It has been a long, long week and I am anxious to get back on my schedule. The last week has been full of tears, memories, and reconnecting with family. They say that a death can either bring a family together or tear them apart....this family is closer than they have ever been before, and we all owe it to Jasper. He will be forever missed and remembered always. I am convinced that within Scott is the spirit of Jasper. He possess all of the good things Jasper had and I am so grateful.....yes, I have myself a good man.

In other news, Miss TNT celebrated her 2nd birthday. When you ask her how old she is, she holds up her two index fingers and says "I'm 2 much"....Yes, she is. When Scott and I needed a pick me up, she was just the person do it for us. She made us smile when it was difficult and we are so lucky to have her in our lives.

So this week we will get back to normal. Go to work, (hopefully) pick up TNT each day and eat Popsicles.....Because life goes on....

Grandpa Jasper....

2007-02-06T09:59:00.000-07:00

passed away last night at approximately 5:45. He was surrounded by his wife, his sister, his children and grandchildren. His passing was very peaceful and he will be missed terribly. He is with the Lord now and his brothers and sisters.

We love you Jasper.

TNT'S NINA

Uncle Tim

"That Scott, he's so nice....and ugh! That Dolores' daughter....she so spoiled!"

Happy Valentine's Day!!!!

I am sooo freaking excited!!

Never stood in line for a book....but I will now.

366:1

The funniest thing Ness said on New Year's Day

Since it has been so long since my last post....

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Veteran's Day

I <3 Jonathan Butler

This song

I AM PUBLISHED!!!!

Happy Birthday to my Angel

Old School ala Madre!!!!

How was your weekend?

**tap** **tap** **tap** Is this thing on?

I almost forgot my password to this

2 hours of my life, I will never get back

Back to prostitution......

(referring to earlier post)

I would consider prostitution for this....

Happy Birthday Sal!

Take your time.......

Elisa

Random to the NESS!!!!

.....

Happy Birthday to ME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I can never post without a picture....

This rocks!

WTF??

Dev A STATED!!!!

Skillzzzzz

Ch ch ch ch changes....

100 things....

Do you know why they remove the cow's balls?

Ok...now Santiago...

More pics from the weekend....

There's nothing wrong....with me loving you....

For my brother

It's official!

Things I need to keep me going

The Algire forehead

Not sure what happened before

Dead, Dying or Bleeding....

274 views?!?!?

dove evolution

Hubba hubba, Michael, and randomness from last weekend

Hellooooo Michael

Anniversaries and Birthdays!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Billy and I just spent the last hour and

The Man has big balls.....

Luis

Good times....Good times....

Happy Mother's Day

It was my lucky day....

Grey's Anatomy....

Easter 2007

2 Hours, 120 minutes, 7200 seconds....

So sad....

Happy Birthday Grandma!!!

Randomness....

I have been tagged....

Luther VanDross - A House is not a Home (Live)

Evelyn's Replacement

Celebrating Dolores' birthday ya ya style

Speaking of what TNT DID say...

Kick his ass...er...butt

My Favorite Tree

aidan

2801 Christine NE

As the saying goes.....

Ola!

Cutest damn thing ever!

I am over American Idol

Scott has given up the other woman in his life.

Yes, I am still here.....

I'm learning to live without you now...

THE ORIGINAL COCKROACH VS. WEATHERMAN

tap tap tap Is this thing on?

EVERYDAY