It is amazing how arguments that we have been having for months are suddenly a lot more clear and each side is heard now that a mediator is involved. And it’s so nice to finally have tools to help us work through these issues and not just harp on them forever.
As long and hard as this road was to come to I can honestly say as early as we are in the process I already see some strides being made.
I don’t hold a grudge, but if you decide to be stupid for your entire life I won’t talk to you, for my own sanity. Keep the drama away from me. Refer to My Rules post for further clarification of this. Thanks!
Today is the 40th Anniversary Celebration of Earth Day! What did you do to help the Earth today? My question really should be what do you do EVERYDAY? To me Earth Day is like Valentine’s Day in the sense that you should celebrate and embrace it everyday as much as possible. Today I won’t be doing anything different then any other day but I will recycle all of our aluminum cans, reuse paper and conserve as much water and energy as possible.
What do YOU do?
Okay so maybe “rules” is a bit harsh but these are simple guidelines to treating me right and if you follow them you will be treated with the upmost respect…
1. If we disagree, that’s fine. But let’s be adults about it and discuss it NOT cause unnecessary drama around it.
2. I am full of opinions, be willing to listen and then refer to Rule #1 on how to proceed.
3. Know when to leave me alone. If I am not answering the phone then maybe I don’t want to “talk” BUT more than likely I will be willing to text or IM. Try either. Sometimes it’s just easier for me to communicate that way when I am feeling down.
4. I like to be spoiled but don’t like surprises. If you want to do something for me at least warn me. So I can help you find the best option to spoil me.
5. My child comes before myself. No matter what. Don’t mess with her or you will be messing with me.
6. I am a firm believer in Karma. And generally believe Karma will do my dirty work for me, so treat me with respect at least.
7. I don’t eat meat, so don’t ask me to.
8. Don’t wake me when I am sleeping. Unless the house is on fire. Otherwise you will be dealing with Rule #6.
9. Yes I am a “tomboy” and no I don’t want to wear a dress.
10. I am a tough broad and don’t take shit.
There are more but these are the general rules and regulations of me. Respect them and we will get along fine.
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With how much everything has changed so quickly these past few weeks I have decided to make goals for myself for this summer. Because you can’t take care of anyone else if you don’t take care of yourself first.
Here it goes…
1. Start being able to run a mile or two without stopping.
2. GAIN some weight. Okay don’t bash me for this but I really think to be in real shape I need to put on a few pounds. And then tone up from that.
3. Blog more.
4. Take time for me.
5. Take each day one day at a time.
That is my first five. If I come up with any more I will add them later. When I accomplish one I will cross it out and make a post about the challenges and how it felt to finish it!
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