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Saturday, February 21, 2009

Things you miss when you're not rich...

Just thought I'd share some of the wonderful, ahem, um, "ammenities" we are missing out on by being "poor folk".

$142.00 tube of miracle face cream. Promises to make your skin impeccable. Oprah uses it...it's made out of...are you ready for this....CIRCUMCISION SKIN!! You heard me. Yep. Bits n pieces of his...bits n pieces.

Yet another expensive bottle of facial cream that Victoria Beckham uses. Made from only the finest nightengale poop. I can't make this up, friends.

And the secret to being fit and trim in that sexy little dress you bought for your big date with the hubby...a high colonic. That's right, you can pay a lot of money to have a complete stranger drain your body of all the...let's just call it "junk".

Now, if I were a gamblin woman, I'd be willing to bet that similar effects would be achieved by...well, I'm just gonna leave that first one alone. Secondly, downtown has a lot of pigeons, I'm sure if you stand under a building long enough you're bound to capture enough "eternal youth" in a mason jar. And last, well, Ex-lax is pretty cheap. And you have the added bonus of maintaining your dignity in the privacy of your own potty room.

The things we do to look good.

Thursday, February 19, 2009

Soooo....yeah, I've been busy

Well...I have every intention of keeping this blog updated...just got a bit hectic at work for a while...sorry!

However, my mind has been buzzing with Blog topics...it's interesting the things you think of in morning rush hour traffic and in a hot bubble bath (not at the same time, of course). Being 1245 am, I don't have a lot of time right now, but I thought I might share a bit of randomness...I think I just made that word up...is that a real word? Anyway...

Hair
So I start trying to get my hair cut a cheaper "mall" salon, per the request of my hubby...hey, I can't help that my friend works at an expensive salon! I make my appointment at afore mentioned(I've been waiting to say that) salon, and find that my stylist is pretty cool looking. Wow, she has style & cool hair...this will be great! I relay my idea to her....{insert screaching brakes} "that can't really be done, it won't work" she says. Funny, I've had that before, I think to myself. But, I really don't want to annoy the person who has a pair of scissors pointed at my head, so I ask her advice. "Take a few inches off, leave long layers". OK, how bad can that be, right? By no means style maker, but it'll be cut and I'll worry about my "cool quota" later. Unfortunately, that style that she referred to wasn't quite what she, well, referred to. DO I LOOK LIKE I WANT THE "RACHEL" CUT FROM "FRIENDS" CIRCA 1995!?!?!?!? Really, do I? At any rate, I've now worn my hair up all but 2-3 days in the last few weeks. Funny thing is, I picked up a hair magazine just today, and, BEHOLD!! {a choir of angels sing and the clouds part} THERE'S THE EXACT HAIRCUT I WANTED!! It will be done. Oh yes, it will.

Things You Learn In Your Morning Commute
1. Lexus, BMW, Mercedes...none come equipped with turn signals. Sad really, to spend all that money and not get turn signals. {perhaps you just get a "rude pass" when you have too much money?} Maybe they're just out of blinker fluid.
2. Lady, really, why are you eating a bowl of cereal and driving???
3. The act of merging from 471 onto 71, then directly onto Reading Rd in the morning is a fine art. Not for the faint of heart.

Thank You
This bugs me...me: "thanks!" them: "yep" or " " {that would be no response}. Obviously, the latter is just inpolite, but "yep" kinda says "that's right, you should thank me, I deserve it" not "your welcome"
Call me crazy.

McDonalds
Oh sweet fast food. We have a love hate relationship. But why, WHY does a grilled chicken snack wrap have MORE calories than a hamburger?

Just for us Gals!
So I went to my "doctor" the other day...ya know, that one. That's always fun. I always leave feeling like they owe me dinner or something. "VIOLATION VIOLATION VIOLATION" {red flashing lights and sirens}. Funny how you leave your socks on just to have some sort of dignity. {"I feel safe in these 33 cent knee highs from wal-mart"} Does your dr have full conversations with you during the exam? Mine does. We chat, ya know, like, what's on sale at Kroger. I do love my dr's tho...I have 2 that I see{just whomever is available when I schedule} I saw them both during my pregnancy...both women. They're great. Pretty young too. So it's not like Grandma checking out your, well, specialties. There are 2 guys in the practice. One I never actually saw, the other I saw a few times during my pregnancy. Nice guy, but here was my first impression: "Good morning, Christy, I'm Dr Willett" and this is what's running thru my head "THOSE HANDS ARE HUGE!" I could feel the panic building. That might have actually scared me more than the thought of labor at that point. At least he was nice...
And lastly, I'd like to feature the word of the week..."Fertility" Here's my slogan..."FERTILITY, THE OTHER 'F-BOMB'" Why is that word so scary!? It's like a bad word! We don't talk that way in this house, young lady! My dr had to point out that I "seemed to be pretty fertile" so be sure I stay on top my birth control. You got it, chief! That, I can do!

Know what I think is funny...
When dogs lay down they have to circle 4.3 times before completing the transition from sitting/standing to laying. I tried once, not the same effect.

So I guess I'll end this post with a song. This is from Jewel's 2nd cd called "spirit". I have always loved her songwriting as well as her voice. She writes from the soul and her songs always make you think. She's not a "christian" artist, but there has never been anything vile, foul, or unnecessary in her songs. I thought about this song the other day when I happened upon a clip from youtube or the like that was making fun of a "fat" little boy. Why does society think this is funny? Who are we to think that we are so much better than everyone else, that if someone is different, despite why, we have every right to belittle them. Do we feel that much better when we do that? Are you perfect? We should look in the mirror and do a little self-analyzing sometimes.
{stepping off my soapbox now}

"Fat Boy" by Jewel

"Fat Boy" goes to the pool
Sees his reflection, doesn't know what to do
He feels little inside, but filled with pride
Oh fragile flame
No one sees the same

"Fat Boy" goes about his day
Trying to think of funny things to say
like "this is just a game I play"
and "I like me this way"
Oh fragile flame
When no one feels the same

Hush, sleep, don't think, just eat
You're daddy's little boy
Mamma's pride and joy
You know they love you
But not because they hold you

"Fat Boy" says, "wouldn't it be nice
if I could melt myself like ice"
"or outrun my skin,
and just be pure wind"
Oh fragile flame

Sometimes I feel the same


love & blessings, til next time!


Sunday, January 25, 2009

Introspection Wk 2

So it's been a very busy week for me. I've been working a ton of overtime. It's easily a 50-60 hour a week job right now...But I really don't mind the hours, I enjoy what I do. The only bad part is having to be away from the family that much longer!
I thought for a bit on this weeks song choice, it was a tough decision...there were a ton I was debating on. But I finally chose "Shadowfeet" by Brooke Fraser. I'm sure you'll enjoy it as much as I do!
I bought this album when it came out, and I LOVE it! The whole cd is awesome. She has such an amazing voice, it's very fresh and her songwriting ability is phenominal. I highly recommend buying it!

WEEK 2

"Shadowfeet" by Brooke Fraser

Walking, stumbling on these shadowfeet
toward home, a land that i've never seen
I am changing: less and less asleep
made of different stuff than when i began
and i have sensed it all along
fast approaching is the day

When the world has fallen out from under me
I'll be found in you, still standing
when the sky rolls up and mountains fall on their knees
when time and space are through
I'll be found in you

Theres distraction buzzing in my head
saying in the shadows it's easier to stay
but I've heard rumours of true reality
whispers of a well-lit way

You make all things new

When the world has fallen out from under me
I'll be found in you, still standing
Every fear and accusation under my feet
when time and space are through
I'll be found in you

Saturday, January 17, 2009

Stirred By Songs

Colossians 3:16




Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.



Ever since I was a little girl, I've had a burning passion for music. As far back as I can remember, I have always be drawn to a harmony, a melody, a song. I would listen so intently, taking in every note, every word, every beat. I would think about it; what it meant to the musician, what it meant to me, what the inspiration was. Many times throughout my life, music has helped me to make it through tough times, helped me to understand things; it has celebrated along side me, cried with me, hurt with me, and fought with me. I never thought I could ever be more passionate about music. Until I was saved.



Becoming a child of God puts so many things into perspective for a person. And the world is veiwed in a whole new light. I've fallen in love all over again. A song can do so much for a person. But listening to music now is even more intent, more meaningful. I've always been the person who memorizes the words to a song after hearing it once or twice. That's just how I feel it. Someone once said "Music is the sound of feelings". I don't think people take enough time to really listen to a song, to get to know it, to become part of it for that brief moment in time, and to ponder what it means to them. When I listen to a song, especially a song of praise and worship, I live that song. I stop that moment in time inside my heart and feel it. How fortunate to be able to sing with grace to The Lord, praising Him for His glory. I am saved by grace, and He has given me all that I have.



I challenge all of you who read this to take the time to get into the music you hear. What moves you? How do you feel? Does a song have so much emotion that it brings you to tears? Weekly I will be choosing a song that I adore, that moves me; and I will post the lyrics and info in my blog. I also challenge you to listen to that song. Feel it and understand it, find out what it means to you. Find a way to praise Him for your blessings or to pray because of the meaning of that song.



Much Love





WEEK 1


"Healing Hand Of God" by Jeremy Camp



I have seen the many faces of fear and of pain I have watched the tears fall plenty from heart ache and strain. So if life's journey has you weary and afraid There's rest in the shadow of his wings.



I have walked through the valleys, the mountains and plains. I have held the hand of freedom, it washes all my stains. If you feel the weight of many trials, and burdens from this world. There's freedom in the shelter of the Lord.



Chorus: I have seen,The healing hand of God, Reaching out and mending broken hearts. Taste and see the fullness of His peace, And hold on to what's being held out The healing hand of God.



I have touched the scars upon His hands, To see if they were real. He has walked the road before me, He knows just how I feel. When you feel there is not anyone, Who understands your pain, Just remember all of Jesus' suffering



Cast all your cares on Him, For He cares for you. He's near to the broken and confused. By His stripes, Our spirit is renewed. So enter in the joy prepared for you.



The healing hand of God



And hold on to what's being held out



The healing hand of God