I went with a "classic" this time around The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien. I have read this book before, but it has been a couple of years (after the movies were released.) The first time I read it, I mostly noticed how different it was from the movie, since the movies were fresh in my mind at the time. It has now been several years since I have seen any of the movies so I felt like it was a good time to read this series again without the movie story stuck in my head.
I have also decided to watch each movie after I finish each story, but I have found this to be a bit frustrating thus far with this first book only because there are so many differences. I really just need to keep them separated in my head, I believe, & view them as their own separate individual stories instead of trying to compare!
As far as the book goes, it is a great story & it is full of many rich details (that you won't get in the movies.) Of course, I don't really have to tell anyone this because it has already been discussed among many other (much more qualified) literary authorities than myself :) I can honestly say that I have enjoyed it much more this 2nd time around than I did the 1st time & can't wait to join Frodo & the gang for the rest of their adventures!
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Enjoy! :)
At the moment, I feel that I am lacking any creative ideas for a post so let's all put the blame on 'Blogger's block' (because it couldn't be my fault) & I apologize in advance for this lame attempt at a post! :)
Enjoy this video of one of my favorite songs ;) You can take comfort in knowing that I can sing every single word with a few extra sound effects & actions too! Good times, good times...
Enjoy this video of one of my favorite songs ;) You can take comfort in knowing that I can sing every single word with a few extra sound effects & actions too! Good times, good times...
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Ash Wednesday...so it begins
Lent is upon us once again here in the Faith, Hope & Poop household. I can honestly say that it is not one of favorite times of the church year. It is also always tied in with the month of March, which is definitely not one of my favorite months-warm enough to make you think spring, yet still damp/rainy/cold, most years it is the longest month in the school year too (I know, I know, poor teachers-no days off in March-it's rough! :)
Each year I must decide what I am going to give up/do extra for the duration of the season & this year I have decided it will be soda. I have done chocolate the last 4-5 years, which has been tough, but it does seem to get a bit easier with each passing year so I figured that I had better change it up this year. I have noticed an increase in my soda intake over the last couple of months so now would be a great time to try to nip this habit in the bud!
I am also going to attempt to make this Lent a "progressive" Lent where I give up/do extra an additional thing each week. Of course, I am hoping that my 'suffering' will bring me closer to Jesus, but also that it will help me to continue to build a healthier lifestyle & soul. [Check back next week for my next 'sacrifice' & (hopefully) a Wordless Wednesday post.]
So, farewell soda pop...let's hope this goodbye will be for longer than just the next several weeks! :)
Each year I must decide what I am going to give up/do extra for the duration of the season & this year I have decided it will be soda. I have done chocolate the last 4-5 years, which has been tough, but it does seem to get a bit easier with each passing year so I figured that I had better change it up this year. I have noticed an increase in my soda intake over the last couple of months so now would be a great time to try to nip this habit in the bud!
I am also going to attempt to make this Lent a "progressive" Lent where I give up/do extra an additional thing each week. Of course, I am hoping that my 'suffering' will bring me closer to Jesus, but also that it will help me to continue to build a healthier lifestyle & soul. [Check back next week for my next 'sacrifice' & (hopefully) a Wordless Wednesday post.]
So, farewell soda pop...let's hope this goodbye will be for longer than just the next several weeks! :)
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
I Think, therefore...
I should have been a Philosopher!
Scott & really any one of my closest friends can tell you that I think about everything all of the time. Honestly, I think about stuff WAY too much.
When something is going on in my life, I think about it, I analyze it, then I proceed to discuss it & overanalyze it & not just with one person, but with lots of people. I also like to hear many different people's opinions on the same topic. As I like to say, I just like to get ALL sides of the story before I make my decisions.
It doesn't really matter to me if I agree or disagree with you. I just want to know what you think & why you think it, occasionally, it may lead me to change my opinion, but not usually. Does it make me a more well rounded person & more able empathize with other people? Yes, I believe so. But does it wear out those around me? Again, yes, I believe it does sometimes.
I am also sure that this is most definitely the root of my great fondness for the blogging world-where else can you find so many varying opinions on so many different topics. It has also made for a great release for a small chunk of my "thinking" too. (Much to the relief of my dear husband's & closest friends ears! :)
Do I look for me to change my ways anytime soon? Probably not, actually, I don't really ever remember a time where I wasn't like this. Growing up & still now, there are some who would label me as "quiet". Those closest to me would probably disagree with this statement, but around people I don't know that well-it is true.
And one thing that is almost always certain whether you know me well or not...
You can probably bet that at any given time-I am thinking about something "important" to me & am just waiting for someone to "discuss" it with :)
Scott & really any one of my closest friends can tell you that I think about everything all of the time. Honestly, I think about stuff WAY too much.
When something is going on in my life, I think about it, I analyze it, then I proceed to discuss it & overanalyze it & not just with one person, but with lots of people. I also like to hear many different people's opinions on the same topic. As I like to say, I just like to get ALL sides of the story before I make my decisions.
It doesn't really matter to me if I agree or disagree with you. I just want to know what you think & why you think it, occasionally, it may lead me to change my opinion, but not usually. Does it make me a more well rounded person & more able empathize with other people? Yes, I believe so. But does it wear out those around me? Again, yes, I believe it does sometimes.
I am also sure that this is most definitely the root of my great fondness for the blogging world-where else can you find so many varying opinions on so many different topics. It has also made for a great release for a small chunk of my "thinking" too. (Much to the relief of my dear husband's & closest friends ears! :)
Do I look for me to change my ways anytime soon? Probably not, actually, I don't really ever remember a time where I wasn't like this. Growing up & still now, there are some who would label me as "quiet". Those closest to me would probably disagree with this statement, but around people I don't know that well-it is true.
And one thing that is almost always certain whether you know me well or not...
You can probably bet that at any given time-I am thinking about something "important" to me & am just waiting for someone to "discuss" it with :)
Monday, February 23, 2009
Good Morning...I wish :)
Luke is (almost) 18 months old & learning lots of new words.
In fact, lately we have been hearing him say at least 1-2 new words each day.
Yes, it is all very exciting.
Am I asking too much that he might greet me with a "Good Morning!"? Probably.
But I would settle for "Mama" or "Nena" (which is something he seems to have been calling me recently-I hope he isn't going to be one of those kids who call their parents by their 1st names all of the time!~no offense intended to any families who do this)-I would even settle for "Daddy Da Da".
All of which we know that he can say, but instead I am left with this...
First thing in the morning every single day & then all day long! Maybe one of these days Scott & I will beat out Grandpa & his little puppy, but I'm not going to hold my breath that it will be anytime soon! :)
In fact, lately we have been hearing him say at least 1-2 new words each day.
Yes, it is all very exciting.
Am I asking too much that he might greet me with a "Good Morning!"? Probably.
But I would settle for "Mama" or "Nena" (which is something he seems to have been calling me recently-I hope he isn't going to be one of those kids who call their parents by their 1st names all of the time!~no offense intended to any families who do this)-I would even settle for "Daddy Da Da".
All of which we know that he can say, but instead I am left with this...
"Puhpees, Papaw"
First thing in the morning every single day & then all day long! Maybe one of these days Scott & I will beat out Grandpa & his little puppy, but I'm not going to hold my breath that it will be anytime soon! :)
Sunday, February 22, 2009
"You Light Up My Life" Sunday 2/22/09
That's right, after a couple of weeks off, it's back! :)
This person is very thoughtful.
This person is a good cook.
This person would do just about anything her kids asked of her.
This person enjoys her Sunday afternoon naps after the grandkids leave. :)
She is a great mother & grandmother.
She is a great neighbor to have too.
She loves to garden & helps to keep her kids stocked with homemade canned goods.
She is a wonderful babysitter!
She loves to read & is always offering me some kind of book to read.
She is a good wife to her husband.
So here's to my mother-in-law, Debra~I love ya!
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
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