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So here we go, day one of our new "regular" routine.
- I let Simon sleep late since yesterday was such an early morning and late night. When he did wake up he was in a good mood, had some breakfast while watching Mickey Mouse Club House and was then ready to go to school (this is a very good thing). Tomorrow = no sleeping late and tonight = early bedtime.
- Spilled coffee all over my desktop and onto my khakis. Hate that = grumpy. Must get over it.
- Found where Lily (our dog) threw-up yesterday when she was inside the entire day while we were gone. Under my computer desk of course = grumpy. Must get over it.
- Lily just about scared the Fed Ex man to death by bolting out the door. She is one of those black labs that has a really mean bark and no control over how excited she gets when the doorbell rings...and then as soon as she gets near the person she cowers down and does a lick-attack. Great as a guard dog. Not so great as an attack dog. Felt so bad for the guy - he dropped everything he had in his hands. Talk about an occupational hazard.
- Everyday life = gotta love it.
- A to-do list that is a mile long. Must get on it. (Can you see why peace is my word?)
Good news of the day:
My friend Jeffrey has a new book out today available on Amazon: LIttle Gold Book of Yes! Attitude
And those words - man, so cool. Later today I will go in and adjust the list to reflect all the new words that have been added. I never imagined that this would catch on like it has. Look for a new challenge related to the one little word concept in tomorrow's AEzine.
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Just wanted to share my word...I was thinking about it in bed last night for a while and this one stuck for some reason:
ADAPT
I am going to be going through a lot of changes this year..graduating college and entering the "real" world, moving across the country for the third time in three years, and getting used to the idea of settling down somewhere. I need to remind myself that everything will not go as planned and that I am going to have to adapt to new situations, people, and places. But we are human and adapting is something we do very well.
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Such great news for Jessica!
I know you will have fun with your new routine and always find PEACE no matter what.
I wish you the best of luck in this new stage of life for the Edwards family.
Anilu.
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I'm goin' to get the book!
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you are so funny, Ali...made me chuckle, talking about being grumpy - my hubby's favourite word for me and our son when we are out of sorts....and then talking about Lily - UPS and FedEx drivers out here carry dog biscuits for our girls when they 'greet' them...and I so agree with your quote about everyday life! I enjoy your blog daily...thanks.
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Not sure how to post my Word for 2007, so I'll try and see what happens. :-)
CHANGE
Thanks so much for your daily inspiration. :-)
In case that didn't work:
http://vexedangel.blogspot.com/2007_01_01_archive.html
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Oh the dog story is funny! My dog goes "bezerky" when the doorbell rings too. That poor fed ex dude! Only thing is my dog is a little shih tzu/so she harmless too. Just annoying! (maybe that should be my word, "bezerky" I kinda made it up on the spot). I really enjoyed your post about state capitol and that whole day. A peek in the life of....a new state rep. Super fun! Glad to see it went smoothly. Keep up with all that you do/your inspiring!
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Congrats on the big do for Chris Edwards! Well done...
I am studying up for American citizenship, and it helps me to now know at least one person from afar in the House of representatives. Which should be legislative branche/power if I studied my Citizenship for Dummies book right...
Is InternetAfar really AFAR????
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SO weird that your Jeffrey is the Jeffrey I stalk and adore for his business advice. What a small, small world :) Off to buy the book. :)
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Just wanted to share my word with you -
Teach
After 8 years of "thinking about it" I am off to university to become a teacher. Not only to I want to learn to teach others but to let my children & DH teach me new things.
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Yes today certainly started out as a very GRUMPY day! Then the mail man came and brought my Cocoa Daisy kit with your favorite things, now my favorite things!!! Brain is ready to explode with all the possibilities..........Yea!!!!
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Ali,
I cracked up and laughed out loud reading this post about you being grumpy. I can SO relate to those days when EVERYTHING seems to be messed up. And the poor fedex guy....I bet he is a little grumpy today too ;-D
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man you just gotta GET OVER days like this! We all suffer from them.
hope tomorrow is a better one!!
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Peace Ali hope your day is getting better. Love what you said about Everyday Life= Gotta love it you should make that as one of your shirt sayings.Here's to a better start tomorrow!Congrats to Jessica too!
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I wanted to add my word to the list:
PRIORITIES
When I have a million things to do and my children want me to "Look, Mommy!" I am going to remember what really matters. The dirty dishes can wait.
:)Anne
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Back when I had a 'paying' job, I read Jeffery's column in the Nashville Business Journal. Cool!
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So nice to know that there are good people who get elected to government. I know it will be stressful on your family. Thank you for being willing to make the sacrifices that will come with being Mrs. Representative. Congratulations to you and your husband too for being willing to do this political work!
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Ali...just started reading your blog...great site! Just wanted to let you know the book you are referring to was just introduced to our office today as our book of the month! Comes very highly recommended. I will now definately read it! So congrats to your friend and your sis. Good luck with everything.
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Congratulations to your family. Service is a calling and thank God for those who answer it. I know your support will be invaluable to your husband.
I've been enjoying your blog for some time now and really appreciate the time you take to put your thoughts out there for all of us to share. Your newsletter is great and always provides food for thought and creativity.
I have decided that my word for this year will be "open". Open mind, open heart, open eyes, open ears, … open to opportunities, open to happiness, open to learning, … .
Peace to you.
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My words are:
Joy
Discipline
Experience/Stepping Out
So, far, I am attacking Discipline, Joy and Experience/Stepping Out! I am loving these words; now, I am going to find a verse from the Bible to go with them!!! :-) Thank you, as always! Congrats on being Mr. and Mrs. Representative! :-) Also, I saw Jeffrey's book at Borders and thought of you and saying to myself; I know his SISTER-IN-LAW!!! How cool is that? Have a blessed and peaceful evening! Daphne
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Whoops; I guess I probably not assume that Jeffrey is your brother in law; sorry!!! Daphne
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