Such a Slacker

Okay…Okay… I know! I am such a slacker. It’s been forever since I have posted anything. If you only knew what’s been going on, you would understand. But with the slightest chance that someone who really knows me may read this, you don’t get any details about the mess I call “My Life”. So, here is what I can tell you….

Over the past 2 weeks, nothing (that I can talk about) has really happened. So, here’s the latest. My little brother turned 13 today. Happy Birthday Ashley!!! WOW! I can’t believe he is a teenager. It seems like only yesterday, I wanted a baby brother and got one. It certainly wasn’t that easy to get the pony I asked for and never received. Oh well. He was so adorable. I bundle of joy. Then he began to grow up. It has been kind of difficult, since there is 13 years between us. We should be on the same level….but it’s hard to take shit from a bratty “pre-tenn” when I’m an adult who demands some respect. So, I have found the best solution, is for me to get down on his level, so we can be equals. Brother and sister. And sometimes it’s fun to act like a kid again.

Anyway, we had his birthday party tonight. And since my dad’s birthday is Oct. 7 we combined the two. Hamburgers for Ashley and low country boil for my daddy. Followed by several helpings of ice cream cake. YUMMY. And by the way, Happy Birthday Daddy!!!

The gathering went well. We usually can’t swim because it is already beginning to cool this time of year. However it was different today. It was a whopping 92 degrees this afternoon. And the pool felt fabulous.
I spent some time with my new baby cousin. Raeghan….5 months old and absolutely adorable. Makes me want another little one….NOT! I have pics, but I’m too tired to get them on tonight. (SLACKER!!) So, I’ll add them later.

And now I’m at home watching the UGA vs. Mississippi State game. Looks like the dawgs will whoop some ass again tonight.

I promise to try and make time for my blog more often. But lately “trying” has not worked for me….so we’ll see. Take care….until next time.

N:)

ps. AML...this one's for you.

Finally.....Sailing Pictures

Come Sail Away With Me

I went sailing for the first time today. I had a lot of fun. Even though it was more work than I bargained for, it was worth the effort. The weather was wonderful, not a cloud in the sky, and a perfect breeze.

I agreed to go on the assumption that the owner of the sailboat knew all about sailing. Little did I know, until this morning, that he is learning how to sail and has only been out 3 times before today. I began the trip a little nervous, but soon conquered those feelings. The best way to learn is by trial and error (at least it is for me), and that’s exactly what we did. We left the marina about 10am and spent the first 2 hours sailing up and down the channel learning how to tack without looking like complete amateurs. Once we had the hang of it, and a bite to eat, we decided to head off shore.

As we headed for the open ocean, we were tacking like pros and tweaking the sails for optimal speed. With the boat at a 60 degree angle and the sailed filled with wind, we reached a whopping 7 knots. We celebrated our accomplishments with hoorays and high-fives. We got about 4 miles off shore and decided it was time to turn back. The afternoon was growing weak, and we were ready for solid ground.

After quick showers at the marina and with sunburned shoulders and wind chapped faces we headed for a well deserved dinner. We ate at a little hole in the wall place, Barbara Jeans. They are known for the crab cakes, which I do not eat. So like always, I had a cheeseburger…AML, you know the drillJ The food was fabulous and sweet tea to die for. With full bellies, we headed to the house.

I wanted to include some pics.... but this piece of junk is not allowing me to do so tonight. I know you were looking forward to them, so try back soon. Hopefullly I will have more success tomorrow.