This is just a note to let you know that this is my journal. I say things here that I might not say out loud to friends or family. I don't expect anyone to respond althought it is nice. I myself don't always have time to read or respond to my friends blogs. If you want to comment on something that you read, please us the Chatter at me? link. I will definitely see that where I might not see it in your blog. I try to do the same for others that have such links. Hugs and kisses to you all. Jen C

I promise I am not a procrastinator. I just don't want to do it right now!

Anne

Bonnie

Cathy

Claire aka Aurie

Dana

Deb S

Janette

Jenni J

Kathy J

Kyrie

Leigh

Meagan

Misty

More Misty

Shana

Sue

More Sue

Tina

Thursday, November 30

posted by Jen C on 10:44 AM | link | Chatter at me?

Wednesday, November 29

I am so excited!!!! My sister and I were going through my Dad's video tapes the other day and we found one where he was singing a solo at our church. My dad passed away March 2nd 1999, 2 days before my birthday and a few weeks before my youngest son was born on March 29th. We sat here and watched this video and cried. I miss him so much. But I am excited that we found something with his voice and picture on it. I can't wait for her to make me a copy so I can show my kids. They miss their Papa Bill too.

I am almost finished Christmas shopping. I have one more present to buy and then I am done. How many of you have a hard time buying for your husband. I think that is the hardest question anyone has ever asked me...."What does Darren want for Christmas/birthday". He never wants anything. He buys what he wants. And you hate to get them something that they don't want or need. Oh, well...this year I got him a set of metal ring toys that you have to figure out how to take apart and put back together. That and a Cheap Trick CD is all he is getting. Of course anything to do with hockey or the Predators, our hockey team, is always welcome. Thank goodness hockey season is around Christmas.

Tomorrow night I start a yoga class. I am a little nervous. A friend of mine went last night and she said that she is very sore. I am hoping that it will be ok for me to do so soon after my surgery. (For those of you who don't know) I had a breast reduction done October 25th. I am very happy with the results and except for an infection where the sutures were coming to the surface, I am doing great. However, I am very cautious about the movements that I make and how much bouncing I do. I may go back to my water aerobics class if this doesn't work out. And later after I heal a bit more, I hear that there is this really great jazzercise class somewhere around here......I love to dance!

I am off of here and on to bed. When the kids get up at 6:00 I need all the sleep I can get.

posted by Jen C on 11:29 PM | link | Chatter at me?

I sent this to my mother, and she said that she could have told me this....(blushing) I guess it is true I am
The Socialite
You're warm, generous, and caring. Your natural friendliness and charm mean you're great at meeting people. People sense that you won't bail on them (or ask money for favors). You handle your popularity with grace and take your personal life very seriously. Your piercing social insight and rich imagination give you a special talent for picturing people without their clothes on. A strong, solid circle of friends is important to you. At times your life verges on perfection.

You're confident, dependable, and goal-oriented, so when you make a plan you stick with it. You like reaching out and meeting new people. And because you're so darn perky and likable, you make friends very easily. You're generous with your belongings, and you really don't care too much if people lose your stuff. But sometimes you can be self-critical and worry too much. That's when you need to take a break and enjoy a little solitude.

You see work as an extension of your social life, and you like to send emails and make calls to your friends during office hours. Chances are you've got some good pals at work too and enjoy long, leisurely lunches gossiping about your boss. But when the pressure's on, you can really get moving. Aside from your rare moments of neurosis, you're smart, speedy, and handle stress like a pro. (ha, they should see me when my kids all get going on me at one time.)

posted by Jen C on 11:12 PM | link | Chatter at me?

Misty, I am just now getting my blog to work so I am just now commenting on your family question. I am so glad that it looks like it will work out for you.

posted by Jen C on 11:06 PM | link | Chatter at me?

Tina, I am sorry to hear about your husband needing surgery. He will be kept in my thoughts and prayers.

posted by Jen C on 11:01 PM | link | Chatter at me?

As co-writer of Freshman Fifteen.....Kyrie does obsess, but in a good way. *G* I love the "bull" sessions that we have working on the story. And to give her a few strokes....She is a wonderful person. Very generous and nice. Always willing to help out. It is a blast working with her. I am so glad that I sent that first e-mail.

posted by Jen C on 10:54 PM | link | Chatter at me?

I cannot believe it, but my TV Family is the Cleavers too. I don't see it though.

As for What's Your Stress Style? I took this one twice and got the same answer both times, and I know that I changed some of the answers the second time around. Go figure.

You're The Buddha. Eyes half-closed, a slight smile playing on your lips — you accept even the most stressful situations with ease. Nothing seems to surprise you. In fact, you may even tell people that you anticipated the problems you encounter. Stress happens, you might say, so why fight it?

Peacefulness takes you a long way toward handling stress, but there's more to it. Often, stress is a sign to take action, to make a change, or — at the very least — to get up and jump out of the way! Your placid pace could cause a bottleneck in the stress-processing plant, allowing problems to stick around much longer than necessary. Try moving a little faster the next time you're faced with a sticky situation, and see if you can't be cool and courageous at the same time.

posted by Jen C on 10:47 PM | link | Chatter at me?

Tuesday, November 28

posted by Jen C on 10:18 PM | link | Chatter at me?

Trying again.

posted by Jen C on 3:51 PM | link | Chatter at me?

This is really frustrating. Blogger is giving me fits today. Hope this publishes.

posted by Jen C on 11:30 AM | link | Chatter at me?