Black Friday

It's Over and Done.
I look forward to Black Friday shopping all year long! What is it about getting up so early, or this year not even going to bed at all to go shopping? I'm not sure that I have the answer to that, although there is something about waiting in forever long lines, Freezing half to death, just for the moment when those doors fly open and people flood in as fast as they possibly can. It's EXHILARATING!!
We have been going for several years and almost every year we have been successful when it comes to get the things we've waited in line for.
This was not too different , we headed to Wal-Mart at about 10:45 p.m. and got the "wanted items", and then some. Then it was home for a few minutes, to drop off the goods, then off to Target. The line went on forever and ever. I decided that I didn't want to walk all that way so I went back to the car to wait for the group to come around the corner, While waiting, Some awesome guy yelled "Hey lady in the orange coat, get to the F-ing back of the line. Nice right?? SO RUDE!
I wanted to punch him! but I just ignored him instead. That's more Christlike right?
Anyways I love going and spending time with the family and all the other crazies, saving loads of cash!
Until Next Year. Farewell Black Friday. It was FUN!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING

I love the Holidays, and I always look forward to spending time with my family.
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. We always get together and spend thanksgiving at my grandma and grandpa Chandler's house. We have little family traditions, Like the "Kid" table. Always an exciting thing when you graduate to the Big table. Another tradition is The "Goblets," ever since I can remember we've used these glass goblets and although they aren't super fancy or anything, it's just Tradition.  We also prepare for "Black Friday" shopping by searching ads for the best deals and map out all the game plans of who's going where, what time and who's crazy enough to go stand in line for hours to freeze our butts off. Gotta Love It!    So grateful for all the things that I have been blessed with. I really am So Lucky
HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE!

SNOW, SNOW, AND MORE SNOW!!!

I know that living in Idaho for all my life, that I shouldn't be surprised that we have Snow and Lot's of it. But REALLY!  It started snowing Saturday morning and today is Tuesday and it's still snowing!
UGH, I know that we need the moisture and it's pretty and all, but it's cold and wet, and icy, and did I mention COLD!
I remember being a kid and being so Excited for the snow to come, so we could go sledding and build snowmen and have snowball fights and just plain freeze our butts off while we played with our friends outside. Now I can't wait for it to melt, so we can have spring time! This is all just wishful thinking because this is really the first big snowstorm of the season! I guess I should just prepare for more and try to make the best of it!  Right?

GRATITUDE

During the Thanksgiving holiday, it's easy to see all the things we have to be grateful for. I think it's funny that we should always show gratitude. but sometimes we forget or just get so used to seeing all we have and we forget the importance of gratitude.I have so many things to be Grateful for. I figured I'd share 10 of the things I'm most grateful for.

1. My Family. I have 2 of the best parents(Of course I'm biased) 3 brothers, 1 older, 2 younger and I love them all. And 1 sister, she's pretty great too. I also am grateful for my extended family.  I love being a Chandler, Although, I have never really met my mom's family, I know that someday I'll have the opportunity to meet them.

2. The Gospel. I'm so grateful for the Savior and for the Atonement of Jesus Christ and the opportunity that I have to be a member of the LDS church and for all the blessings that have come into my life from being a member.

3. My Niece. I Love this girl! I'm so lucky that she lives close and I get to spend lots of time with her.

4. My friends. I have some great friends, who have always been examples to me and have showed me lots of support when I need it. They are the best!

5. My church calling. I love being in the Relief Society Presidency. This calling has helped me get to know the sisters in a different way, and also gives me the opportunity to give service.

6. My Job. I'm truly grateful to have a job that I love! I get to go to work everyday and spend time with some of the sweetest kids, sometimes not so sweet, but I love them just the same. I'm grateful to work with
the little Pre-Schoolers.

7. My Home. Right now I live at Willow's so technically I have 2 houses!! I'm grateful to know I have somewhere warm to go on cold days and a safe place to spend time.

8. Material Possessions. I know that probably sounds shallow, but I love the materialistic things of life. They truly make my life happy.

9.  Time. I love time, Time spent with family and friends, time spent sleeping, time spent outdoors, time spent giving service. time doing crafts and fun projects.

10. Outdoors. I love spending time outside when it's warm. Fishing, camping, gardening, playing in the pool, sun tanning, playing with the kids. I just love the warm sunshine!

So many things to be Thankful for. I love this time of year!

Life is Fun

So I survived the dreaded birthday and now I am officially 29 plus 1.
I had a great birthday! although my cake sank in and the peanut butter Mousse filling was not light and airy, it was like Paste, and I cried like a girl! Don't judge me! It was my Party and I could cry if I wanted to and so I did, and then I laughed at what a Dork I am and they bought a store bought cake,so my birthday wouldn't be ruined! So long story short, Now we have 2 cakes sitting around, and for someone on a health challenge that's a BAD idea!
I'm so excited to go Tanning, and eat my Pineapple and "Baby Bananna''s and wear my warm fuzzy pink socks, while listening to music with my new headphones, and so many other fun Presents! I think I've got the Best Family!
The Blue team is plugging away and working hard to get our points for this 1st week. I'm almost ready to share my bonus challenge goals for week 1. Stay Tuned.
The Headaches continue and I freaked myself out by watching Chiropractor adjustments, so I'm waiting on getting back my courage to go that route. Also I wish I was more secure in my Body image because I could get a  free massage to see if that would help the tension in my neck. But the thought of being Half Naked in my neighbors house just isn't gonna happen!
So All in All Life is FUN!!

ALMOST 30!!

I can't believe that I am almost 30! So Freaking Scary!
I remember being a little girl and hearing someone say that they were 30 and that just seemed SO OLD to me, I never thought that I would be 30 because maybe I just didn't want to be old!
Well there is no stopping it now. Tomorrow when I wake up I will officially be 30. GULP!!!!!
I am trying to make the best of it and remember age is only a number!!  Right?
I have been telling people that I'm trying to forget about this birthday. But how can you forget the day of your birth? Well I don't remember much that day but I'm sure my mom can remember way back. So Thanks MOM!
I guess I'll just suck it up and enjoy it! And who says you can't have your cake and it it too. Cuz I'm so planning on it. Bring on the Heaven and Hell cake. I hope it's as good as it looks!!
Because you only turn 30 once right?

Health Challenge Day 1

It all begins today! Healthy Living, Eating Right, Exercising, No Sweets(Big Gulp), No Eating after 9(Double Gulp) and just plain being responsible for taking care of this body of mine. I will be completely honest here, I prepared for this challenge by consuming a few of my favorites. PEANUT BUTTER M&M's, Chocolate Milk and Monster Cookies, Not all at the same time. Because that would just be gross! HA HA.
I didn't eat any treats during the whole 8 week challenge last time and I plan on being almost as good. I will have 2 treat days in November(My Birthday and Thanksgiving and 1 in December(Christmas). That's it!!!
I want to feel motivated for this challenge like I did for challenge #1 but right now I just don't think it's gonna happen. I really feel pretty crappy and am so tired. I plan on working as hard as my body will let me. I made a goal to get all my points again and I'm gonna bust my butt to do it.  Whatever I have to do!!
My motto for this Challenge is Make It Blue !!!!