Today

Published by Elaine under Random Thoughts on June 11, 2008

I have so much I’ve been wanting to write about….but where does the time go? So much has gone on since my last post.

 About a month ago, my little Benji was admitted into the hospital due to an asthma attack. My poor little baby was in there for 4 days, felt like an eternity. And then a month prior to that, he was rushed to the ER because he had had a seizure. He is alright now. You wouldn’t be able to tell, he has so much energy. He is definately gonna be the one that throws us for a loop as he gets older. You know what they say, the ones that were born itty-bitty will grow up to be strong and tall. That definately applies to my brother, George. He was 2 lbs when he was born, you could put him in a shoe box, thats how little he was. You look at him now….he’s one healthy strong soldier…really a soldier stationed in New York at the present time. His height surpasses mine, he’s really tall. So I see my little Benji growning up to be tall and strong as he gets older. No worries with him, the Lord has him in his hands.

 Going back to the week prior to Benji being admitted into the hospital, my neice Davina was also admitted into the same hospital due to her appendix rupturing. Poor little Davina, she was in there for a whole week. She was a very sick little girl. It was such a trying time for all of the family. She wound up having surgery, but thank God she is ok today.

We also had Solomon’s party in Corpus Christi, but I want to blog about that another time with pics included.  I must add it was fun catching up with family and friends again. We are use to everybody coming to our house, so it was nice to head back to good’ole Corpitos.

 I also discovered that a day after Solomon’s party my dear friend, who was actually at the party, well sadly her mother passed away. I hurt so bad for her. I don’t even know how to comprehend this. My heart hurts so much for her and her family. She is in my thoughts and prayers. My dear friend is also expecting her second baby, which makes it double the pain. I pray peace and comfort over their family. This just makes me stop from all the rush of life and realize that we have to cherish the moments we have with our loved ones. Like a strike of lightening, that loved one can be gone. You can be talking to them today, and tomorrow they’re gone…..unthinkable! I cannot imagine. “I know that the days to come will be difficult sweetie, but I am here for you if you need me.”

Another thing that we are now having to look into is finding another home….great! Well I guess its kinda exciting. The house we currently live in is having some issues plus our lease is going to be up, so we figured this would be the time. Another good thing is that its summer, so it doesn’t affect Solomons school. So we are waiting for a phone call, which of course is dragging! We do plan to buy a home within the next year. Still trying to find the perfect location. San Antonio has so many beautiful subdivisions…just when you think you’ve seen it all, you come across another neighborhood you had no idea was there! And then Isaac’s business is continuing to do great. He and his business partner are looking into finding an office space sometime at the end of this year, very exciting for Echo Design Solutions. I am so proud of him. He has five contractors working under him and one in training. Pretty good for a year of self-employment! You go boy!! hehe.

 Well I guess thats all for now….at least for the time being. I hope to update this blog more frequently.

Nighty-night

What Makes me Happy?

Published by Elaine under Random Thoughts on January 9, 2008

Lets see…this comes naturally to me. I really don’t even have to think about it. I’m talking about myself. I could easily list my Heavenly Father, my husband and my boys, but today I am talking about girly-me. The little things that brighten my day for me, just me. So here we go.

I enjoy puting my makeup on. I love experimenting with different colors, shades and textures. My latest makeup technique of interest are the smokey eyes …love it! I’m so silly because I get all excited over this. I would love to buy me a case of every stinkin color of MAC eyeshadows. My daily dream is to be pampered w/ a makeover. I love my hair….I love fixing it….I love my straightener. That’s a girl’s best friend. I love buying salon products for my hair . It is truly my crown. I recently cut my hair. It’s never been this short but I kinda like it.  When I was in highschool, I would spend time @ my girlfriend’s houses and fix their hair. I recall prepping everybody’s hair before the school dances. We would take our very own before and after pics…so fun! I also remember getting my little neices all prettied-up…& even then I was a picture freak because I still have those before & after pics! Thats when the big hair was in. My neices are teens now and they’d probably kill me if I posted them. Lets see, what else…oh I love shopping for clothes. I love having insight of the latest fashions. I could literally spend a whole day @ the mall….no kidding! Before Christmas, I took my sis-in-law shopping for a whole new wardrobe…was so fun…I think I was more excited than she was. I so enjoy that! I love watching What not to Wear

 Stacey, Clinton, Nick and Carmindy…love you guys! I enjoy getting all ready for work meetings or presentations. Everytime I make myself up I look @ it as a work of art. Yes I am an artist..hehe. Yeah I am so full of it! Well what can I say thats me. That’s it for now girls…don’t forget to email me. Side-note…pamper yourself every now and then, its not selfishness its necessary!

More Truth

Published by Elaine under Random Thoughts on November 8, 2007

Today has been interesting to say the least. More birdies sing but my heart no longer grows weary nor outraged, I become more calm because I know the saying is all too true, “La lengua castiga.” I have been a fly on the wall in the past to know that’s the case 100% of the time.  Just for clarification, I do not anticipate a downfall, rather I have feelings of a peaceful heart knowing all is not in my hands. For some reason part of the song “I’m a barbie girl…..” comes to mind. Hmmm, thats odd…maybe a little too odd! If this makes no sense to you, maybe its better that way. So anyways thats my ranting for today, lets get on the stuff that really matters……

Well my parents are coming into town tomorrow….YEAH. I don’t know who’s more excited, me or Solomon? He’s been asking for them for a good while. I guess its because they always bring him and Benjamin toys. We are going to a Veteran’s Celebration event since my dad is a veteran. It will be exciting, I can’t wait. Oh and I just found out President Bush will be here in SA tomorrow.

Today we celebrated my neice’s B-day, Davina turned 6 today. We all ate at Peter Piper Pizza and then came home for some tasty strawberry cake that Denise made. They all came back with souveniers….big oversized, blow-up bats and hammers…Isaac included….lovely!  It turned into a doggie pile, ommm more like a beating….well lets just say their were some tears! Crazy kids! Well onto bed I go. Good-night.

What to Blog about?

Published by Elaine under Random Thoughts on October 24, 2007

Lets see…..I want to blog, however I don’t have a certain subject. I do however have random thoughts….maybe I’ll go there.

I went blog surfing today….commented on some blogs…good stuff GIRLS! Its nice to read other people’s thoughts and get some relief of, “oh good I’m not the only one that thinks this way!” Life has a funny way of knocking you off balance…only the strong will survive…and I guess the others will whine.

Got some business plans in the works…can’t reveal too much. I just have to say we are excited and feel the season of favor…been watching Joel Osteen, love him and his crest white smile. Watering time for the near and upcoming harvest!

I love the weather….this morning in downtown SA the temp was 42 degrees. There was ice on our cars this morning.

I am fascinated with the huge army aircrafts…..I find myself giddy everytime one flies very low. I am truly amazed by those things.

Oh yes and my parents will be in town right after my birthday. We are going to celebrate veterans…its huge here in SA. My dad is a veteran and I am looking forward to their arrival. I will post pics. Also my mother-in-law and Micheal’s mom will be in town this weekend. Always fun for family to come and visit.

Solomon is definately excited that Halloween is right around the corner. He is going to be a ninja. Little brother Benjamin is going to be a pirate. I’m going to be a grecian goddess…I think thats how you spell it! Isaac is undecided…perhaps a hick with a mullet….his favorite or a mechanic with a mullet or a 70’s guy with an afro. Has both…just undecided. My sister-in-law, Denise  I think is going to be a renaissance woman. Olivia, my neice is going to be a zombie bride, Skye is going to be a beautiful purple fairy, Davina is going to be a Doctor and Michael is also undecided. We all have plans to go trick-or-treating down our neighborhood. Can’t wait!!!

Sometime this week we are all going to take pics at a local pumpkin patch…oh so fun! I am a picture freak!!!

Isaac is almost done with his second semester at school. He is getting his Masters Degree in Graphic Design. Aside from his dream, his business of course, Echo Design Solutions, he wouldn’t mind teaching at a college for Graphic Design. He has always been a good teacher…and he would love to extend the favor. Heck I wouldn’t have passed my algebra in college if it wasn’t for him…he sure does have the patience.

Well I guess now would be a good time to go to bed considering its almost 2 in the morning!!! Ok time to wrap it up. Goodnight to all…God bless.