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Thursday, January 31st

Summertime...

There will be a few less hurricanes this summer as I will be teaching more. This is a good thing. UMKC changed their schedule from 1-5 hour night for 8 weeks to 2-4 hour nights for 5 weeks and I will be teaching 2 classes. First five weeks on T/Th I will teach "school social work" and the second 5 weeks I will teach M/W and will finally teach my "death, dying and bereavement" class. I guess I get to mark one off my bucket list.
klds on 01.31.08 @ 11:54 AM CST [link]

Tuesday, January 29th

The Global Peace Index...

Apparently it’s a competition now. A new study called the Global Peace Index, ranks nations across the world according to their “peacefulness,” using factors like military spending, violent crime rates, the size of a country’s prison population and organized crime rings to reach their conclusions.

The number one country? Norway, followed closely by New Zealand, Denmark, Ireland and Japan. Not too surprisingly, the US ranks somewhere near the back of the pack, earning a ranking of 96th out of 121, Iraq being the 121st. Other nasty places to live, peace-wise, include Sudan (120), Israel (119), Russia (118) and Nigeria (117). Other factors the study used to determine rankings (which may explain why Israel is grouped among the former) include a country’s relations with its neighbors and political instability.

Yes- we should be proud...maybe the president will listen to Governor Sebelius and work toward change (and I will lose 100 pounds). We can dream...
klds on 01.29.08 @ 01:07 AM CST [link]

Destination Unknown...

"I see life and it's passin' right before my eyes
And the past is the past don't regret it, time to realize
I need to walk on the wire just to catch my breath,
I don't know how or where but I'm goin' it's all that I have left

It don't matter where it takes me
Long as I can keep this feeling runnin' through, my soul

Never took this road before -- destination unknown
Won't be coming back this way gotta go it alone, destination unknown

See a chance gotta take it wanna meet my fate
'Cause the last thing I ever wanted was to find out it's too late
No way out when you're in it deeper than the night
There's a light at the end of the tunnel and I see it burning bright

It don't matter where it takes me
Long as I can keep this feeling soarin' through, my soul."

klds on 01.29.08 @ 12:00 AM CST [link]

Monday, January 28th

Pasta Florentine...

Sauce:
2T butter
2T flour
1 cup milk
2 generous heaping T of Parmesan cheese
dash pepper
1/2-1 t. dry basil (1-2 T fresh)
8 oz. spinach or more for more sauce (fresh or frozen broken apart)
1/2 box cooked and drained pasta

Melt butter in a medium sauce pan. Add flour and mix with a spoon till flour is fully blended. Cook for 1 minute or so, add milk all at once and give it a good stir. Don't worry at this point if it seems slightly lumpy, those will dissolve as this cooks. Add cheeses, pepper, and basil. Cook for 5 minutes stirring until you see the sauce thickening enough to coat the spoon. Taste test and added 1/4-1/2 t. salt if needed. Add spinach. Cook a few minutes more till hot again, place on pasta.
klds on 01.28.08 @ 01:05 AM CST [link]

What's up...

* Delaney has taken to wearing bathing suits around the house- she saw it in a beauty pageant, it matters not that it is winter.
* Mom and Dad are safe in North Carolina- leave Monday for Myrtle Beach.
* Kevin got a new car- a Jaguar!
* It was 56 degrees in Kansas City yesterday- Tuesday it is going to snow.
* We went to see "Out of Order" at the Dinner Theater- it was very funny and the pasta Florentine was excellent!
* Got the new Photoshop Elements 6- it rocks! Very quick and the Mac version comes out in March (been waiting 1.5 years for the new version).
* People in Charlotte are busy visiting with Nana & Poppy- fun for all.
* What's up with you- this is a good place to let Nana & Poppy know what's happening while they are gone- basketball scores, funny things the kids say, awards, thoughts, how you are doing with your exercise?
klds on 01.28.08 @ 12:48 AM CST [link]

Sunday, January 27th

Spread a little love today...

klds on 01.27.08 @ 11:36 PM CST [link]

Thursday, January 24th

You've got to move it, move it...

From our "Personal Coach"...Kris

FIRST and foremost you have to find what will make YOU do this - for me it was anger at everyone - Mark, Mike, my job life in general but it got me moving .

Here is my first "posting" - its hard to get into exercise but you will never lose weight without it - you have to understand that (my new thought process had to go from "oh I will just watch what I eat and after I lose weight then I can go back to what I enjoy" WRONG - I had to learn to work in what I like but in right portions etc)

Anyway finding time to exercise and right now a place is hard - here is a chart for doing things at work (that are not really obvious!) that you could do to burn more calories - try incorporating some of them to burn at least 200-300 more calories at work, combine that with a good eating habit such as not eating after 8:00 pm you will see results - ask Farley she lost a ton of weight and its because she's hoofing it up and down stair all the time at her job.

Anyway - this could be good for you to start with:
Activity/Minutes=Calories Burned
Walk up stairs/15=128 (going upstairs @10 times over the course of the day depending on # of stairs)
Walk down stairs/10=33
Stand while chatting =58
On phone/30
Clean out desk drawers/15=40
Visit a coworker 5 times/20 =75 (find someone or somewhere that it takes about 2-3 min to walk to - I do this)
Type on computer/120=230
Do heel raises at desk/5=19
Touch up makeup/5 10
Total min/220=593 (amazing huh?)
(* calories burned are based on a 140 pound woman)

If you consciously make an effort to take stairs 2x more or walk and see a friend more often you will get more exercise - then you could take a walk for 15 min at night too.
klds on 01.24.08 @ 04:36 PM CST [link]

Cookbook

Where did the link go and is it possible to add it back to the links? Hey i posted!! Yippieeeee!!
kim on 01.24.08 @ 12:12 PM CST [link]

Wednesday, January 23rd

Cross to Bear...

Whatever your cross, whatever your pain, there will always be sunshine, after the rain.... Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall; But God's always ready, to answer your call.... He knows every heartache, sees every tear, a word from His lips, can calm every fear... Your sorrows may linger, throughout the night, But suddenly vanish, by dawn's early light... The Savior is waiting, somewhere above, to give you His grace, and send you His love.

To see the rest of the pictures (and understand this), click link...
klds on 01.23.08 @ 10:29 AM CST [more..]

Tuesday, January 22nd

Take a minute to enjoy the simple things...

chewy-chocolate-chip-cookies (31k image)

Every time I talk with Kelsie- she is eating a chocolate chip cookie- they are her favorite you know (and her mommy's too). So make your day a little brighter- make some chocolate chip cookies, sit down with a glass of milk and enjoy.
In case you forgot how to make them...click link
klds on 01.22.08 @ 01:03 AM CST [more..]

What’s on your Bucket List?

You only live once, so don’t think twice.

Make a list of your goals, whether it’s something you’ve always dreamt of accomplishing or just a short-term goal like being more organized. Add each item to your Bucket List.
klds on 01.22.08 @ 12:38 AM CST [link]

Monday, January 21st

Martin Luther King Jr. Day...

"Nothing in all the world is more dangerous than
sincere ignorance and conscientious stupidity."

klds on 01.21.08 @ 01:26 AM CST [link]

Third Tynes a charm...

The Giants grabbed their first NFC championship in seven years, they are getting another shot at New England, the first team to go 18-0. I know there are some happy homes in Clyde tonight!
klds on 01.21.08 @ 12:37 AM CST [link]

Sunday, January 20th

The Three Secrets to Happiness...

No matter how much we earn, no matter how much we have in the bank, no matter how nice our clothing or cars or toys, none of it will make us happier. And the sad thing is that it could take us decades of pursuing wealth and luxury items before we realize this.

So what will bring us happiness? Luckily, it’s three things that don’t cost a thing. These three things have been proven by research — surveys of hundreds of thousands of people about what they have, what their lives are like, and how happy they are.

Click link...
klds on 01.20.08 @ 11:13 PM CST [more..]

Friday, January 18th

15 Diet Hacks...

Click link for ideas for getting the most out of your diet and exercise.
klds on 01.18.08 @ 12:36 AM CST [more..]

Thursday, January 17th

TAKE BRILLIANT SNOW PHOTOS (Photography Tips)

So, from time to time there are some little tips and tricks our there that I come across to help in photo taking. I always pay attention because I want to get better. If you are like me, you may want to check out this article on Creating Keepsakes Magazine.

Do your snow day photos turn out dingy and dark? Try these easy tips from photography expert, Candice Stringham to get bright, brilliant snow photos every time! Read this article online.

Erin on 01.17.08 @ 10:38 AM CST [more..]

SLOW DOWN! Cute!

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Erin on 01.17.08 @ 10:31 AM CST [link]

Our little performer...

“The whole motivation for any performer is "Look at me, Ma”

klds on 01.17.08 @ 12:44 AM CST [link]

Random Thoughts...

* I have been under the weather for about a week- the one part of winter I don't like, too many germs.

"There is more to life than increasing its speed."

* I started teaching at UMKC last night- 20 students in my class (full)
* It is snowing here tonight- again- should get 4-6 inches
* Joann moved today
* Finally got my new disk burner
The DRX-840U External USB 2.0 SuperMulti DVD Burner from Sony supports 8.5 GB dual layer DVD burning, as well as support for standard 4.7 GB DVD media. The drive features a high-speed USB 2.0 interface, allowing you to connect it to almost any computer. This summer I plan to back up all my photos- the new dual layer holds the eqivalent of 7 DVD's.

"When thinking changes your mind, that's philosophy.
When God changes your mind, that's faith.
When facts change your mind, that's science.
Science is based on evidence. What happens when the data change?"

klds on 01.17.08 @ 12:40 AM CST [link]

Trail Bars...

Trail Bars
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup toasted wheat germ
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1-2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 eggs, slightly beaten

1/2 cup honey
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup orange juice
6 ounces shredded coconut
1. Preheat oven to 350.
2. In a medium bowl, mix oatmeal, flour, wheat germ, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together at medium speed.
4. While beating, add eggs, honey and vanilla and almond extracts in a steady stream.
5. Beat well.
6. Using a large spoon, fold ingredients into the butter/sugar mix in the following order: half the dry ingredients, half the orange juice, all the coconut, remaining juice, then remaining dry ingredients; making sure everything is fully incorporated before adding the next item.
7. Pour into an ungreased 9X13 pan.
8. Bake at 350 for 30-35 minutes.

I made these last night from the Penzey's catalog- they are pretty tasty but I thought a little dry so I would put them in a smaller dish (make them thicker) or cook a little less.

klds on 01.17.08 @ 12:16 AM CST [link]

Wednesday, January 16th

Happy Birthday Kelsie...

"Here's a wish for happiness and many dreams come true
Not only on your Special Day but always - all life through."

Let's all wish Kelsie a very Happy Birthday...she told me she is now 4 like Delaney (I didn't have the heart to tell her Delaney was now 5) she is big NOW!
klds on 01.16.08 @ 08:44 AM CST [link]

Tuesday, January 15th

Invite...

Small get together to say Happy Birthday to Princess Fiona on her real birthday.
Ken & Sue's House- 6:00 p.m.- January 16th, 2008
klds on 01.15.08 @ 04:43 PM CST [link]

Are we getting fit?

Going into week 3 of the new year- are we exercising, eating better, trying for a tight butt?
Well- it's hard but here is an insight: Walking a half hour a day or 3 hours per week is associated with a decreased risk of heart disease. Walking 7 hours a week is associated with a decreased risk of breast cancer and Type II diabetes.

Build a Habit: Walk at least 5 days a week, even if some days you must decrease your time, in order to build your new healthy habit increase the time you spend walking each week before working on speed.

Week 1: Start with a daily 15 minute walk at an easy pace.
Walk five days the first week. We want to build a habit, so consistency is important. Spread out your rest days, such as making day 3 a rest day and day 6 a rest day.
Weekly total goal: 60 - 75 minutes.

Week 2: Add 5 minutes a day so you are walking 20 minutes, 5 days a week. Or you may wish to extend yourself more on some days, followed by a rest day.
Weekly total goal: 75 - 100 minutes.

Week 3: Add 5 minutes a day so you are walking 25 minutes, 5 days a week.
Weekly total goal: 100 - 125 minutes.

Week 4: Add 5 minutes a day to walk 30 minutes, 5 days a week.
Weekly total goal: 125 - 150 minutes.

Snags:If you find any week to be difficult, repeat that week rather than adding more time, until you are able to progress comfortably.

You too can have a butt like this!
klds on 01.15.08 @ 12:07 AM CST [link]

Cool...

Here is Beth trying to snowboard- this looks really fun (wish I was younger or maybe just more fit) cause when you fall you can get terribly mangled! Hope you had a good time Beth. Share more...
klds on 01.15.08 @ 12:02 AM CST [link]

Monday, January 14th

A note from Kris...

klds on 01.14.08 @ 11:20 AM CST [link]

Thought...

"To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury; and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable; and wealthy, not rich; to study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly; to listen to stars and birds, to babes and sages, with open heart; to bear all cheerfully, do all bravely, await occasion, hurry never; in a word, to let the spiritual, unbidden and unconscious grow up through the common. This is to be my symphony."

klds on 01.14.08 @ 12:00 AM CST [link]

Sunday, January 13th

Peyton Who?

Well it was def a crazy weekend in football. but there was no doubt that the giants could beat those cowboys. [ guess tony was still thinking bout his weekend in mexico with jessica simpson haha] well all i can say is its nice to see another mannings name besides peyton.. i can honestly say im so happy for Eli. hopefully they can pull out a victory over green bay. they are hot on the road this season lets see if that continues. GO GIANTS but we all no how crazy my mom is over Brett so its the Family vs Kris who will win. IDK
kristen on 01.13.08 @ 06:58 PM CST [link]

Friday, January 11th

Double feather-double fine...

“Take a sprinkling of fairy dust, An angel's single feather,
Also a dash of love and care, Then mix them both together.
Add a sentiment or two,A thoughtful wish or line,
A touch of stardust, a sunshine ray...
Its a recipe, for a Baby Girl truly fine.”

klds on 01.11.08 @ 12:14 AM CST [link]

Thursday, January 10th

"Get Well" wishes needed...

Bob had surgery on his foot today- they are all home and he seems to being doing well (is that the drugs?) but he will have to be off his foot for the next week (had rod fused in) so if you get a moment- give a call, drop a thought, send a card, visit- I'm sure it will brighten his day!
klds on 01.10.08 @ 05:21 PM CST [link]

Nana and Poppy

I just wanted to log in and let everyone know that we will be leaving on January 24 to go SOUTH . Sometimes I forget to let everyone know and then they wonder where in the world we are. We will be going to Charlotte to see Kris, Kevin, and hopefully Erin and then onward to the south. We will be returning the end of February. Depends on the weather and how long we take to come home but should be around the 25th. Don't forget us when we are gone and call so I don't go nuts with not hearing your voices. I will need to know the scores of Kams games, scores of Kenny's games, what is going on in Miss Delaney's life, if Miss Sarah and Miss Katie are keeping busy. Hey, by the way everyone, Shaun, Katies boyfriend got to be an Eagle Scout this last weekend. Kelly said it was very impressive. I'm impressed just knowing that he accomplished it. Congrats, Shawn. He is a very neat kid! Nick got sworn into the union so he is a full union member. Congrats, Nick. Kenny's team beat Lyons by 30 points last night, yippee. They are a neat bunch of kids. I think I will adopt all of them! Kris will be up for one night in January so I can smooch on her. Bob has surgery in about a week, good luck, and hope you will be up quickly. Lulu is going to take ice skating lessons. That ought to be a hoot! That child will try anything. Nooch starts his new job next week, good luck and I hope you will like it. The people you will be working with are really great!!!! Especially one of them!!!!! That is about it. Love you all, Mom
Hot Mama on 01.10.08 @ 02:49 PM CST [link]

Wednesday, January 9th

Have to love it...

Don't know who has more fun...the adults or the kids? These are great outfits and this picture made me smile. Kim you definitely know how to "get into the spirit".
klds on 01.09.08 @ 12:34 AM CST [link]

Delaney 5...

Well I am 95% committed to being done (always a chance for a change) but I finished this years album for Delaney- Kay, if you see anything that looks yucky, let me know. I will listen to it tomorrow and see how it flows.
klds on 01.09.08 @ 12:27 AM CST [link]

Tuesday, January 8th

More Photos in FlickR

I added some of my mom's photos to FlickR if you want to see them.

Go HERE to see the photos at Poppy's Pool when Jim and Cindy visited.

Go HERE to see the photos from the Wild Witch and Warlock Ball 2007. These may not show up because I think I have them set to private because of some shots of the little girls so log in with the password and username (Lala or I can provide if you need it).

Erin on 01.08.08 @ 12:03 PM CST [link]

Making a statement...

"Fashion is a kind of communication.
It's a language without words.
A great hat speaks for itself."

klds on 01.08.08 @ 12:49 AM CST [link]

When I turn 4...

I talked to Kelsie who told me she was turning 4- when she turns 4, she'll be big like me! I asked her if she was going to give me a big hug and kiss when she gets big- she told me "Sure!"- I'm going to hold her to that. She also sang and was playing with a pink castle with that color and that color on it- she was very cute.
klds on 01.08.08 @ 12:47 AM CST [link]

Monday, January 7th

New logo...

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Xerox Corp. unveiled a new logo Monday intended to scuttle its old image as a photocopier manufacturer and highlight its software, color printers and other technologically updated products.
klds on 01.07.08 @ 06:42 PM CST [link]

Vermont, here I come!

107047 (97k image) Well, in the spirit of lack of posts, I thought I'd post something coming up for me. Tomorrow I board a plane for Vermont! I had a free plane ticket that I got on our way back from AZ and I am meeting with a potential future design studio while I'm there. They don't have a job for me, but they still wanted to meet me. Seems crazy I know, but there are not a lot of design studios in Vermont, so it's not a bad idea to put a foot in the door when they do have a job open! I think Vermont is the next place I'd like to move, it's a lot closer than Colorado (which makes my mother happy) and I could still drive home when needed. At the very least, I'll check out the state and see if it is somewhere I'd like to move someday. At least I'll get three days of snowboarding in (that's my new board that I hope arrived today in the mail)! Which I'm truely excited about, since I live in the land of cars, not snow. DC has been alright to live in, I certainly have everything I need just a short drive away (or not so short because of traffic), have found friends, am successful at both my jobs... but it just isn't the place for me. You can take the girl out of the country, but you can't take the country out of the girl!

beth on 01.07.08 @ 07:22 AM CST [link]

Sunday, January 6th

Decision...

"Every time a heart cracks... somewhere something beautiful is being born."

Back in 2004 when I decided to do a family blog I envisioned laughs, uplifting stories, jokes, gentle ribbing, a place to keep in touch, a place to make you feel good.
Over time...it is being used less, it has gotten more expensive and the fun place has turned more cynical and sarcastic. Today a family member told me they didn't want to read it any more because it made them sad( sad to see the comments people are saying)- so I made a decision. I will not be renewing this page and plan to take it down soon. Thanks for several years of fun- it's time to move on...
klds on 01.06.08 @ 12:23 AM CST [link]

Friday, January 4th

"Rock Chalk, Jayhawk"...

The Jayhawks played in their first major bowl since the 1969 Orange Bowl. No. 8 Kansas (12-1), perhaps the biggest surprise in college football this season, won in its first Bowl Championship Series game against Virginia Tech, 24-21. Go KU!
klds on 01.04.08 @ 12:29 AM CST [link]

Thursday, January 3rd

Photos From Christmas

Here are the photos from Christmas: FlickR. I haven't gone through and added my moms, but I figured everyone is anxious to see. When you go into the picture there should be a little icon that says "sizes" or "all sizes" or something. You can then pick the largest photo to download for great print quality. Enjoy! I did!

Thank you everyone for the great presents, wonderful dinner, and enjoyable day (especially Nana b/c you always work so hard)!
Erin on 01.03.08 @ 01:13 PM CST [link]

Thought...

If you do nothing else today, try to do something nice for someone. Whether it's as simple as letting someone in during heavy traffic or simply holding a door open for someone. That little gesture can make someone's outlook and day just a little happier. Don't we at least owe that to each other? Just show some human kindness; it may have a trickle down effect.
klds on 01.03.08 @ 12:47 AM CST [link]

Check it out...

Erin posted Christmas pictures up on Flicker (see sidebar). Looks like everyone had fun!
To continue having fun in the New Year...click link.
klds on 01.03.08 @ 12:32 AM CST [more..]

Wednesday, January 2nd

New Year’s Resolutions...

Let’s see … it’s already January 2nd. So by the time you read this, it’s a fair bet that your New Year’s Resolutions have probably slipped away, been downgraded, been forgotten.

It’s a familiar sensation. How do you feel about that? Remarkably un-upset? It seems that for most of us, the New Year’s Resolution is little more than a self-created stick you can use to beat yourself up with when, inevitably, you fail to deliver.

I think it’s because so many resolutions are the same old list. THIS TIME I’ll start exercising, stop smoking, lose weight, talk more with those I love, spend less time with those I don’t actually like…

It’s not that these are bad - they’re all very worthwhile, very noble. It’s just that they’re stale and tired. Not only have you had that resolution before, you’ve probably had it playing in the background of your mind throughout the year (”lose weight”… “still haven’t lost weight” … “still haven’t lost weight” … “still haven’t lost weight” …). On January 1, you just get to rub it in.

So let me offer you two different routes to get some oomph into your New Year’s Resolutions. Do at least one. Even better, do both.

A. Sound & Sensible
B. Pushing the edges
Click link for what these are...
klds on 01.02.08 @ 11:10 PM CST [more..]

Tuesday, January 1st

Recipe for a Happy New Year...

" Take twelve fine, full-grown months; see that these are thoroughly free from old memories of bitterness, rancor and hate, cleanse them completely from every clinging spite; pick off all specks of pettiness and littleness; in short, see that these months are freed from all the past—have them fresh and clean as when they first came from the great storehouse of Time. Cut these months into thirty or thirty-one equal parts. Do not attempt to make up the whole batch at one time (so many persons spoil the entire lot this way) but prepare one day at a time.

Into each day put equal parts of faith, patience, courage, work (some people omit this ingredient and so spoil the flavor of the rest), hope, fidelity, liberality, kindness, rest (leaving this out is like leaving the oil out of the salad dressing— don’t do it), prayer, meditation, and one well-selected resolution. Put in about one teaspoonful of good spirits, a dash of fun, a pinch of folly, a sprinkling of play, and a heaping cupful of good humor."
klds on 01.01.08 @ 06:30 PM CST [link]

What a difference a year makes...

When life hands you rain...make rain hats.

Now when life hands you rain- put on your new rain hat...
Question is...will you have them with you?

klds on 01.01.08 @ 06:21 PM CST [link]

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