Just Me!!

We left Ashland bright and early in the morning around 630 and drove like crazy to make our appointment or our tour time at the Winchester mansion in San Jose. I did most of the driving although a little hectic at times but since I am the World’s best driver -no you’re not- I was cut out for the task -were you though-! We arrived in good time. Since we were early we decided to stop at the famous In-n-Out Burger and try what people say is the best burger in the world. Little do they know it was not the best burger in my opinion. Jubilee burgers in the small town of Midland has better burgers than In-N-Out could ever have.  Next up was the Winchester house- we just talked about that- (I am using the speaker to dictate and Charlie keeps chirping/Chiming in). The Winchester house was amazing and worth every penny that we spent there.. Charlie got to use some of the guns at a shooting gallery. Mrs Winchester was an amazing woman not the crazy lunatic everybody says she was. We spent two...

Day one! I got off work early so we were able to get a great start. I snuck in some cupcakes 🧁 to Sasha’s boarders. It was a good excuse to see pumpkin and say goodbye and give extra kisses. I also snuck through the Drive Thru at Chick Fil A to say good bye to E-man. Bought 20 cookies for all his co workers;) We were on the road by 1pm. We drove straight through to Ashland. A few stops for the bathroom and a occasional geocache too. We made it by 930. Geocaching                The High School from Twilight! Kalama Wa Sasha came with us! Strong women

Oof. We just finished the 1st Presidential debate. That said I am switching gears to talk about my wonderful son. I am so proud of this guy. He has a phenomenal mindset of savings, responsibility, being a team player, and now he is kicking it as Lead at Chick Fil A. He amazes me every day by his dedication. He won’t call in sick and has been working 40+ hours a pay period. He is going to accomplish great things in his life with that work ethic. I miss his sweet face but due to my 6 days of isolation I was able to see him quite a bit. I love the company he is working for..Chick Fil A! They are one awesome company who Instils values into their workers. They uplift the employees monthly and are always making sure they are safe at work. In the past two weeks they actually closed the drive up because of the air quality and still haven’t opened up the dining room to the public. Despite all that, they remain busy and always are looking for ways to treat their customers and employees with love...

My girls are both very talented artistically speaking. Charlie dreams of being a Ghost hunter so being a makeup artist goes right along with that right? She thanked me the other day for helping her get the tools she needed to do one of the things she has loved doing for the last two years. She loves creating horror on our faces as we watch her transform herself or others with scars, scratches, cuts and burns. She does have a talent for this line of work. She used to use glue and red dye but has recently upgraded.  Valerie’s direction is more pen to paper, or shall I say blood to paper sometimes. Her drawings leave me speechless. The beauty of her animals is truly remarkable. She loves drawing ✍🏻. I just found out that a couple of weeks ago she had a bloody nose and she used that as her medium. Pretty sure I don’t want that original but a reprint might be nice 👍🏻. By the way this drawing wasn’t my favorite out of that medium but maybe one day I will show you the one that was! An...

True perks of being schooled from home: -No one can see what your wearing -You can reach down and love on your dog at any moment. -Hot meals without all the cafeteria noise -3 hours of schooling a day -Asynchronous time in the morning with music playing -snacks -Access to older brothers wisdom and knowledge and dads English skills And, and, and!  7th grade. 12 years old. She is wearing Old Navy tank in burnt orange/red and her new army sweat pants. She showered and braided her hair so it can be wavy today. First Day of Covid-19 learning. She is in Cohert B. She is in the afternoon synchronous time. Meaning she works by herself in the morning on homework and gets instruction by the teachers in the afternoon. 1st day photos taken by herself. She has attitude in each picture, she can’t maintain it very long though. She is the sweetest person I know.  I want her home. Her teachers want her back. I’m afraid it’s a loosing fight. There is this tug-o-war I feel every time she goes to...

I’m in quarantine again for 5 days. TBH it has been nice. My asthma has been better without having to wear a mask for 5 days straight. I can breath now without a tight chest! I have been using my CPAP the end of last week because my asthma was worsening and I felt very claustrophobic. It helped having air pushed into my lungs. I do have a sore throat today but it might be what my daughters surprise trip brought home with her. She has been on Amoxicillin for three days. It’s nice to have her home while I quarantine.  Last week was a busy week. We are still operating on 1 car thanks to a hit and run so Mark has been driving me to and from work. Monday we had the electric guy out to create our box for the hot tub. Tuesday the hot tub was delivered. Our first dip in the hot tub was Wednesday at 0500 before work. It was dark outside but the LED lights, darkness, and warmth of the hot tub was a perfectly perfect way to start the day. Mark and I have been waiting for forever it seems. ...

Look who’s turned 1 year old today!  Happy Birthday Baby!  We made it through her puppy phase and are headed for smoother waters. Her daycare ladies and gents rave about how her recall and leave it commands are getting so good. She loves her mama #1 Charlie, big dogs, treadmills, Sprinklers, playing and tearing every toy apart as fast as she can, french fries, and the cats! Here’s a poem she wrote about herself.... I AM By Sasha W. I am silly, mischievous, and sassy! I wonder what mom#2 (she won’t let me call her grandma) will sneak me off her dinner plate tonight. I want so badly for Geralt to chase me and be my best friend. I worry and whimper when I can’t find a place to hide these bones that mama #1 gives me.  I am the only one who keeps these cats in line!!! I understand that they should NOT be on the table, counter, or chairs for any reason. I say what I want, when I want. I dream of whip cream and Scooby snacks.😋 I am loved by many, hated by few (just the cats).😢...