Something I Forgot To Mention

Another new thing I didn't mention is that Andreas and I have become the sponsors of 4 children in Guatemala. They are all siblings. Their father is dead and the family is so poor the children could not afford to attend school. But now they will be able to have that opportunity. Its only 60 dollars a month to send all 4. (To be embarrassingly honest, we spend that much on fast food in a week. Heck! We spend 15 bucks in one day of renting Blockbuster movies.)
This all came about accidentally. I am the first to admit I am not extremely religious.
However, God has been drawing me near to him. So when I came across this mans blog....well I knew I had found my calling and that I was indeed lead there by the voice of God.

His blog opened my eyes to suffering I knew that was out there in this world, but which I chose to close my eyes from. I know I cant save the world, but at least I can make a difference in these 4 lives. And I do it all with my heart. And not only is my heart happy to do this, but it is honored to do it, for the Lord has blessed Andreas and I in ways that we take for granite on a daily basis.

If you do happen to read his blog ( in which I highly suggest you do), you will be able to read some emails,that he and I had sent to each other and that he asked to have permission to post on his blog.

Andreas and I have actually talked about moving to Antigua Guatemala in the future to help those in need.

I hope you find it in your heart to give to someone who is less fortunate than you.
Remember you don't have to donate money, it could be a box of food, clothing, toiletries, or perhaps becoming a volunteer, for even your time is just as precious and just as appreciated .

"If a man shuts his ears to the cry of the poor, he too will cry out and not be answered." Proverbs 21:13

And [Jesus] looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury. And He saw a certain poor widow putting in two small copper coins. And He said, "Truly I say to you, this poor widow put in more than all of them; for they all out of their surplus put into the offering; but she out of her poverty put in all that she had to live on.


Please take the time to read Dick Rutgers blog. And click on the photos. I promise it will change on how you view YOUR life. You will be thankful for your home that you wish was bigger, the car you wish was more fancier, that purse you wish was a designer one, your job that you hate, the food on your table even though it is hamburger helper again , your children because they are healthy enough that they don't have to be put in a malnutrition ward.......It will open your eyes and it will shut your mouth on how bad things are going on in your world. Give hope to those who have none.

The child Dick is holding is name Julio. He is 9 years old.

So....What's New ' Round Here?

Andreas could stand it no longer.

The screams.

The crying.

The name calling.

The begging.

The banging.

He had finally seen enough of the relationship I had going on with my computer mouse, and went an ordered me a new one.... And then when my headphones went kaput, we decided to go to FRYS. I of course being the cheapskate that I am, kept trying to find the cheapest pair that were not so ugly and cheaply made looking. But since I was only able to use USB headphones, there was nothing under $30.00

So Andreas suggested he buy and install a 12 dollar sound card in my computer, ( because the outlets for my original one was shot, there for the reason why I could only use USB).

So I was then able to pick out this $14.99 headset..... I REALLY like them. When I have them on, and the volume is on off, I still have to say "Huh? Huh?" when the hubby is saying something to me. Very comfy on my ears. The only thing I didn't like , is that the place where you talk into the microphone is a bit too large.

This past Wednesday, the electric company came to my house. My landlord signed up for some kind of program where Edison Electric comes in and not only gives you energy saving light bulbs ( which I already had), but they also install energy saving FIXTURES. I had no idea there was even such a thing.
These were put in the kitchen and hallway...... This one went into my bathroom...... Notice the circle where the paint and plaster is missing underneath the light. Yeah, well it was ALL in my medicine cabinet and sink. Do you think they bothered to clean it up? Do you think my landlord is going to fix that area on the wall?? ( SNORT)
My main question is..Why?...Oh WHY? Could they have not replaced this atrocity... And give me something like this :
In other news, I am happy to say I have finally sent off the last of the forms for Andreas to adjust status and become a permanent resident. Now we will have to play the waiting game. I know it will take at least 6 months . If we would have started this sooner, this would all be said and done with. However if I didn't procrastinate, I just wouldn't be me , now would I???? I will admit I am trying my hardest to get better when it comes to that "p" word.

Something else that will be happening soon, will be that my little sister will be getting married in April. I am so happy for her, even though my future brother in law does not make the best Scrabble teammate. (Noway!... with a K. ;P )

Problem Child

I guess you have all heard me talk about my 2nd cat, Dora " The Crackkat" Cruz.

Now, I say that with all the love in the world.

But I am also dead serious.

The following is the picture we got of her before we adopted her.


Sure she's so cute and sweet in the next photo.... But now, lets take a closer look shall we?....
I guess you could say the " tell tail" signs were all there.....the clothing she wore, always spaced out and being hostile to her older sister and friends.
But it kept getting worse and worse......


We have even tried "tough love" on her.....
We even had her thrown in jail...We think maybe she has decided to start acting right and start loving us with all her kitty cat heart.......

The Letter Game

If you want to play, leave a comment on this post letting me know, and I'll assign you a letter. You post ten things you love that begin with your assigned letter. When people comment on your list, you give them a letter, and the chain continues on and on. I got the letter L from my cousin Laura @ A Form Of Therapy.

1.) LINGONBERRY ~ Because if I am eating this stuff, it means I am at my fave store.


2.) LIMES and LEMONS ~ These things go wonderful with cilantro on an UNamericanized taco, or in ice water, or MARGARITAS. Plus they come in handy in case you want to squirt them in someones eye you dont like.

3.) LIPS ~ My husbands lips to be exactly. Because they give good kisses and speak kind words to me. Even when I dont deserve it.

4.) LISTENING to the band "Girl In A Coma"

Its been said they sound somewhat like the Smiths/Siouxsie & The Banshees etc . A little bit of punk, garage, I could go on and on. I just know I like them alot. AND they are 3 girls from San Antonio TEXAS. Where were they when I was growing up? Check out their songs " Their Cell" and " Road To Home".

5.) LYSOL ~ Because it disinfectants and makes stinky stuff smell better. And this too can be sprayed into someones eye you dont like.

6.) LOTTERY Scratch Off Tickets ~ I have about $30.00 worth of tickets I need to trade in so I can get.....more scratch off tickets. And you know...with the economy being bad and all, I really need to try and win that 25 grand more than buying toilet paper and cat food right now.

7.) LETICIA ~ Because she gave birth to Solis who made me a yummy Birthday cake yesterday.

8.) LONGGGGG Cat Naps ~ Enough Said. ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ

9.) LAMP From Ikea ~ Theres nothing like low lighting to make the house look like its spotless. And then if you spray some LYSOL it will smell clean too. But then again, if you drink a bunch of LIME margaritas , you wont give a crap how dirty it looks.

10.) LOWER Temperatures ~ I hate when it is hot and I sweat in my house. Because everyone knows I sweat for ONE thing, and one thing ONLY. And if you said to walk down to the store to get a double scoop of chocolate mint ice cream, then you are correct.

Adios Birthday ! See Ya Next Year !

My 37 th birthday came and went yesterday with simplicity and ease.

Andreas asked what I wanted for my special day.

I said to shop and eat at my favorite store.



We had Swedish meatballs, ( without legs of course)....

The goodies I bought. There seems to be a theme from a Beatles Album going on here.

Hubby got me an ice cream cake from Baskin and Robbins.
Our door bell rang around 8:30 PM and when I went to answer it, I was met with honks of party horns and shouts of " Happy Birthday!" It was my favorite neighbor friends, Leticia and Solis . They came baring flowers/card and Solis had made me a cake! * Note to Amy in Norway ~ I now have only 5 days for the year ! ;)*
I even got a card that said " To Our Mom"........
Thank you to all who wished me a Happy Birthday, gave me a card or a call. I love you all!!! ( Heads up for next year.....I DO accept cashiers checks ...Oh! And gift cards from IKEA. )

Rain , Rain, Glad You Came To Visit

So it is now going on the third day of raining here in southern California. It has made the temps drop to where I actually had to put the heater on. And I have enjoyed it immensely. Just a few days ago I was running the air conditioner. California really does have gorgeous , stable, sunny, warm weather throughout the year. However, I think rain/thunder, and seeing my breathe while out on a crisp morning is just as beautiful as feeling sunshine on my shoulders.

The above photo is looking out my living room window. The rain clouds just happened to be on pause at the moment.

One of the great things about rainy days, is that you get to take advantage of getting some things done in the house. As for me......I cleaned out and reorganized my closet. I tossed out alot of items I was just holding on for sentimental value, but were just taking up space. That is why donating to places like Goodwill or Salvation Army is a wonderful thing. Your giving it a chance to "live a life" someplace else...or perhaps clutter someone elses closet. ; )

I also happen to take the time to doctor a certain felines' toys...............
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This is " Getchorewawa ". His name comes from the mutilation of the sentence: " Go Get Your Chihuahua." And Dora ( AKA "crackcat") not only fetches Getchorewawa when told, but takes out all her tigress aggression on him. (Aggression that she would probably like to inflict on to me if I didn't always go into the karate stance mode as soon as I hear her little collar bell jingling my way.)


And this is my sad attempt at being a surgeon. She will have those stitches pulled out in no time. Before its all said and done , we will probably have to change Getchorewawas name to "Getchorestein or Frankinwawa" . I guess I better go stock up on thread.