Well....Christmas is over and New Year's Eve is tomorrow night. We had a great Christmas! It really was a good one with family, it was a little bittersweet though. Unfortunately, on Dec. 22nd, we found out that my Papa has cancer again. He is 90 years old and had lung cancer 8 years ago. He has outlived the 5 years they gave him after the last surgery. We are not sure what the plan of action is yet, but please keep him in your prayers. My grandmother is 87 and they take care of each other. They will probably have to transition into nursing care if he plans on doing any treatment. He has cancer in his lung and in his liver. I know it isn't good. It makes me so sad.
:( My grandfather (Papa) has been my second father. He has been next to or near me all my life. I know I am lucky to still have my Papa. I was blessed with a fantastic grandfather. His picture is next to the definition in the dictionary.
Martie got a new car today! Nice new Toyota Camry. Brooke will inherit her dad's old Toyota Camry. She is getting excited about driving. I am not, I will worry to death! I will just pray
We all know Obama won the election. After it was all said and done, I have to say that I was moved. It was a historic election and I am glad that I got to experience the joy of so many Americans.
Sorry so long since my last post. Crazy holiday time! I am in charge of the New Year's Dinner, so it will be ham, ribs, potato of some sort, broccoli casserole, and salad. Yum!
My diet has come along very well!!! I have lost 6 pounds and lost 10% body fat last month. I am not expecting quite the results this month. I kinda ate what I wanted for a few days. Oh well...it's Christmas!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Monday, November 3, 2008
Tomorrow is the big day!
Make a Godly decision, look at the facts, look at the character of our politicians, make an INFORMED decision. Do your research!
http://riggword.wordpress.com/2008/11/02/obama-give-us-a-king-to-lead-us/
Monday, October 27, 2008
Harpo called again!!!
I got a call from Harpo today! They want to talk to me again on the Dr. Maya Angelou show about my views of the election. She is doing a special show on the election. She wants to know why you are voting for your candidate, how you feel the media has portrayed your candidate, and how you feel as an American during this historic election. I had to email my "bullet" points to the producer. I will be speaking to her tomorrow at 130pm and will be on XM 156 on her show on Wednesday. I don't know when I became an expert on the Republican view on Oprah's XM show. It is amusing to me actually! LOL! I am very honored to be able to speak to Dr. Angelou. She is a fabulous woman and I feel very lucky to be able to talk to her. I just hope I have the quiet grace she eludes!
Here is my email to the producer:
"First, thank you for the opportunity to speak to Dr. Angelou. I so respect her work and reflections on the show. I am honored that I will have the opportunity to speak to such a fine woman with her quiet wisdom and grace.
I am voting for the McCain/Palin ticket because I believe his moral values, integrity and policies regarding abortion, Iraq, and the economy closely match my own. I truly believe that McCain will be a great president. He has proven, tested leadership and has served this country with pride and dignity. Having served in the military, he has the respect that is needed as Commander in Chief. We need our government to be split between both parties. America is made up of diversity and our government should reflect that!
I wouldn’t vote for Obama because he hasn’t the experience to lead, yet. While I respect Senator Obama, he has too many questionable acquaintances and I am a believer of where there is smoke, there is fire.
I don’t believe he has real answers when he is asked tough questions. I really do feel like the policies of Obama’s spread the wealth program are not democratic in nature. I do believe all American’s need health care, but I am not sure with the state we are in economically, that raising taxes is the answer. History shows that this is not the right way to fix the economy. I have a cousin who is from the USA and lives in Canada. She hates their healthcare system and it takes weeks to be seen by a doctor. I think this is where we could be heading with the Obama healthcare policy solution.
I believe the media has been extremely one sided to the Obama campaign. The media is made up of very liberal people, so they are self promoting their candidate. Other than Fox News, all the other news outlets have been unfair to the McCain campaign. They completely ignore statements from the Obama campaign that are completely inaccurate, but jump on small things like Gov. Palin’s clothes! It is very upsetting that both candidates aren’t given the same opportunity in the media.
Barbara West, the reporter from Orlando, asked candid tough questions to Senator Biden. Those went unanswered. Senator Biden was rude and condescending. Now that station has been banned because the line of questioning wasn’t pre-approved? I think the American public should have every right to the honest answers to those questions, not pre-fabricated ones. I believe EVERY American would like honest answers. That should be a given in America!
This is a historical election! We have a woman on the Republican ticket and an African American on the democratic ticket. I think that our country is ready for either and what a wonderful day in America that this can happen~!
I am excited that my children are old enough to experience this election. But, they have many questions and some I am embarrassed to admit are not easy ones to answer in regard to what is happening in the background. With this being a historical election, I hope we will be able to look back at it with a positive reflection, for our children’s sake. This election should be won honestly and without question. Whoever wins should be given respect from all!
Unfortunately, I am afraid that we won’t be able to look back at this election as having been conducted with honesty, fairness, and a high moral integrity toward both candidates. WE are one nation under God and we should act like it~! What do we teach the children of our country when the adults cannot conduct themselves and each other with honesty, integrity and respect for each other? What will the history of this election ultimately teach our children?
Thank-you for giving me the opportunity to voice my views!"
Here is my email to the producer:
"First, thank you for the opportunity to speak to Dr. Angelou. I so respect her work and reflections on the show. I am honored that I will have the opportunity to speak to such a fine woman with her quiet wisdom and grace.
I am voting for the McCain/Palin ticket because I believe his moral values, integrity and policies regarding abortion, Iraq, and the economy closely match my own. I truly believe that McCain will be a great president. He has proven, tested leadership and has served this country with pride and dignity. Having served in the military, he has the respect that is needed as Commander in Chief. We need our government to be split between both parties. America is made up of diversity and our government should reflect that!
I wouldn’t vote for Obama because he hasn’t the experience to lead, yet. While I respect Senator Obama, he has too many questionable acquaintances and I am a believer of where there is smoke, there is fire.
I don’t believe he has real answers when he is asked tough questions. I really do feel like the policies of Obama’s spread the wealth program are not democratic in nature. I do believe all American’s need health care, but I am not sure with the state we are in economically, that raising taxes is the answer. History shows that this is not the right way to fix the economy. I have a cousin who is from the USA and lives in Canada. She hates their healthcare system and it takes weeks to be seen by a doctor. I think this is where we could be heading with the Obama healthcare policy solution.
I believe the media has been extremely one sided to the Obama campaign. The media is made up of very liberal people, so they are self promoting their candidate. Other than Fox News, all the other news outlets have been unfair to the McCain campaign. They completely ignore statements from the Obama campaign that are completely inaccurate, but jump on small things like Gov. Palin’s clothes! It is very upsetting that both candidates aren’t given the same opportunity in the media.
Barbara West, the reporter from Orlando, asked candid tough questions to Senator Biden. Those went unanswered. Senator Biden was rude and condescending. Now that station has been banned because the line of questioning wasn’t pre-approved? I think the American public should have every right to the honest answers to those questions, not pre-fabricated ones. I believe EVERY American would like honest answers. That should be a given in America!
This is a historical election! We have a woman on the Republican ticket and an African American on the democratic ticket. I think that our country is ready for either and what a wonderful day in America that this can happen~!
I am excited that my children are old enough to experience this election. But, they have many questions and some I am embarrassed to admit are not easy ones to answer in regard to what is happening in the background. With this being a historical election, I hope we will be able to look back at it with a positive reflection, for our children’s sake. This election should be won honestly and without question. Whoever wins should be given respect from all!
Unfortunately, I am afraid that we won’t be able to look back at this election as having been conducted with honesty, fairness, and a high moral integrity toward both candidates. WE are one nation under God and we should act like it~! What do we teach the children of our country when the adults cannot conduct themselves and each other with honesty, integrity and respect for each other? What will the history of this election ultimately teach our children?
Thank-you for giving me the opportunity to voice my views!"
Saturday, October 18, 2008
USC vs. LSU Bayou tailgate Jambalaya Recipe
I made Emeril's Cajun Jambalaya for the tailgate on Saturday night. We play LSU, so we are doing a Bayou tailgate! Fun!
Here is the recipe!
Add garlic , tomatoes, bay leaves,Worcestershire and hot sauces.
Stir in rice and slowly add chicken stock.
Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. When rice is jus tender, add shrimp and chicken mixture and sausage. Cook until meat is done, about 10 minutes more. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning.
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning
2 1/2 T. paprika
2 T. salt
2 T. garlic powder
1 T. black pepper
1 T. onion powder
1 T. cayenne pepper
1 T. dried oregano
1 T. dried thyme
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
yield 2/3 cup
ENJOY and Go Gamecocks!
Here is the recipe!
- 12 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped
- 4 oz. chicken, diced
- 1 Tble creole seasoning. recipe follows
- 2 Tble. olive oil
- 1/4 c. chopped onion
- 1/4 c. chopped celery
- 1/4 c. chopped green bell pepper
- 2 Tble. chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 tea. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tea. hot sauce
- 3/4 cup of rice
- 3 cups chicken STOCK (not broth)
- 5 ounces Andouille sausage sliced
- kosher salt and pepper
Serves 4
In a bowl combine shrimp, chicken, and creole seasoning and work in seasoning well. In a large saucepan heat oil over high heat with onion, pepper, and celery (the trinity as it is called in LA) 3 minutes.Add garlic , tomatoes, bay leaves,Worcestershire and hot sauces.
Stir in rice and slowly add chicken stock.
Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. When rice is jus tender, add shrimp and chicken mixture and sausage. Cook until meat is done, about 10 minutes more. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and Creole seasoning.
Emeril's ESSENCE Creole Seasoning
2 1/2 T. paprika
2 T. salt
2 T. garlic powder
1 T. black pepper
1 T. onion powder
1 T. cayenne pepper
1 T. dried oregano
1 T. dried thyme
Combine all ingredients thoroughly.
yield 2/3 cup
ENJOY and Go Gamecocks!
Monday, October 13, 2008
Sporting News I forgot to post!
The South Carolina Gamecocks won against Kentucky on Saturday! :)
This makes us 5-2 for the season and 2-2 in the conference. Next up - LSU Tigers -
The Willaby's will be in Columbia for that one!
That will be an interesting game since LSU got pounded by Florida last week.
Unless you live under a rock or don't care about Clemson, newsflash.... they fired their coach this weekend. They lost on ESPN Thursday night to Wake Forest. Guess the honeymoon is over for Tommy Bowden. Now they have an excuse if we beat them this year.
It is always a great weekend when Clemson loses and Carolina WINS!
Go Cocks!
This makes us 5-2 for the season and 2-2 in the conference. Next up - LSU Tigers -
The Willaby's will be in Columbia for that one!
That will be an interesting game since LSU got pounded by Florida last week.
Unless you live under a rock or don't care about Clemson, newsflash.... they fired their coach this weekend. They lost on ESPN Thursday night to Wake Forest. Guess the honeymoon is over for Tommy Bowden. Now they have an excuse if we beat them this year.
It is always a great weekend when Clemson loses and Carolina WINS!
Go Cocks!
:) Beautiful Carolina Day and the state of American Politics
You couldn't ask for a more beautiful Carolina day! The kids are out of school and the weather is just absolutely beautiful.
I was on the Gayle King (Oprah's best friend) XM radio show this morning. It should air tomorrow morning on XM 156. That is, of course, if they don't edit my call out. Here is my comment on XM this morning.
Both candidates are promising all this change that will take place. I think there is bi-partisan agreement that real change is needed in Washington. But....is there really going to be any change? Are the politicians all rhetoric talk??
I think Washington is just trying to change Washington. Nothing is going to change....why should it? No one is ever held accountable.
For example:
The AIG executive vacation controversy.... Why is it that executives (that have a company in dire trouble) can afford to go on an executive retreat most people only dream about...to the tune of $444,000.00? The next day, the government gives them another 38 billion dollars. Hello???(this is where Gayle thanked me for my call, See ya and bye)
The problem is this .... AIG has given substantial contributions to both political parties ensuring both parties would be in their pockets. Money talks. They will not be disciplined, won't pay it back, and there will be no change.
I don't know a solution. I don't have enough money to get anyone's attention (other than my dogs, all i need to do is wave a Greenie and I am the best human mommy EVER!) to change it. They are all bully's....
Quoting Desperate Housewives: "There are bully's everywhere and the worst are the ones that take advantage of you without you ever knowing what they have done."
So - that is my .02 cents for the day! Not that it really matters.
Oh well.....what are we going to do.? I guess I will just go out and enjoy the beautiful day! I think I might make a yummy dinner for my family!
:)
I was on the Gayle King (Oprah's best friend) XM radio show this morning. It should air tomorrow morning on XM 156. That is, of course, if they don't edit my call out. Here is my comment on XM this morning.
Both candidates are promising all this change that will take place. I think there is bi-partisan agreement that real change is needed in Washington. But....is there really going to be any change? Are the politicians all rhetoric talk??
I think Washington is just trying to change Washington. Nothing is going to change....why should it? No one is ever held accountable.
For example:
The AIG executive vacation controversy.... Why is it that executives (that have a company in dire trouble) can afford to go on an executive retreat most people only dream about...to the tune of $444,000.00? The next day, the government gives them another 38 billion dollars. Hello???(this is where Gayle thanked me for my call, See ya and bye)
The problem is this .... AIG has given substantial contributions to both political parties ensuring both parties would be in their pockets. Money talks. They will not be disciplined, won't pay it back, and there will be no change.
I don't know a solution. I don't have enough money to get anyone's attention (other than my dogs, all i need to do is wave a Greenie and I am the best human mommy EVER!) to change it. They are all bully's....
Quoting Desperate Housewives: "There are bully's everywhere and the worst are the ones that take advantage of you without you ever knowing what they have done."
So - that is my .02 cents for the day! Not that it really matters.
Oh well.....what are we going to do.? I guess I will just go out and enjoy the beautiful day! I think I might make a yummy dinner for my family!
:)
Monday, October 6, 2008
I am a little grumpy today :(
My kids are spoiled rotten brats sometimes! They get so much and sometimes they act like they are so deprived. My entire weekend was sitting in a gym for 7 hours to watch her for 5 minutes and sitting at a ballfield for 10 hours. If I have to argue with a teenager that won't take NO for answer I might lose my mind. I am glad they are going to school today. They would probably get the wrath of Khan. I hope they don't push any buttons on the way to school.
Martie came home last night at 11:00 pm and left again this morning at 6:00 am until Wednesday. Maybe that is my problem. Irk!
I am going to go and work out my frustrations with an exersize class.
Martie came home last night at 11:00 pm and left again this morning at 6:00 am until Wednesday. Maybe that is my problem. Irk!
I am going to go and work out my frustrations with an exersize class.
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