Candys_Way

Why it hurts so bad...

2009-10-04T18:00:00.000-07:00

ok...so lets talk about why it's hurting so bad to win or lose this season. Can anyone explain this? I guess because the fact that for a 30 year seat option it is roughly 16K for the first year (unless you pay it out)for ONE seat. Then on top of that, the cost for the season tickets...Ok, I bleed blue, so lets do this, times FOUR! Win or loose...it's sloppy, it's like pulling nasty ingrown eye teeth...ugh, the frustration of it all. I guess Jerry had to make the stadium spectacular because the team is so substandard. Again, so so so frustrating. Here's some pics from the Monday night game. Hey, here's an idea...take some of the money Jerry and lets do something about a new quarterback. I have said all along he's not going to be consistent. I was criticized and berated on numerous accounts to find those SAME people now finally agreeing with me. We need one of the Manning boys...someone who can prove tough under stress or duress. Again...the frustration of it all. The photos will include my brother, Vivis and just one of the many "Godfathers" (Juan). The last guy was just another crazy fan. He was very spirited!

Da' Boys...

2009-08-18T15:05:00.000-07:00

Well it's football season...yeahhhhh! I now have a TV worthy enough to watch Da' Boys playing...lets hope they are worth watching this year. New year, New team.

Speaking of boys...here are da boys of the house...

Outside

2009-07-05T20:49:00.000-07:00

I feel like I am on the outside of my life looking in... Wow... How did I get here? Seems odd to face something without Daddy....

HAPPY EASTER

2009-04-10T15:15:00.000-07:00

Playoff Spot

2009-04-06T07:59:00.000-07:00

So, the Mavericks are one win away from clinching a playoff spot. Sad to say but I think that is about all the Mavs will be able to do this year....so inconsistent. They looked very good against AZ. However they looked like high school boys the game before with Memphis. Frustrating simply because you have to watch the whole game to see how it will turn out. Come out strong and ahead by 20 means nothing. I have not posted this year about the Mavs for the simple reason that with the inconsistancy what I may say about one game will be old news with the next game. So here's to a play off spot at least, surely we can win ONE more before end of the season...maybe...lol

Now it's video time. Feeling like a little Los Rieleros but I could not find one to put on here legally so we will have to go to the old faithful Intocable. I think it's finally time to go dancing.

Lloro Por Ti

2009-03-09T14:18:00.000-07:00

I am liking this song.

Nikkos Severiano

2009-03-05T08:10:00.000-08:00

Well I know it's been way too long for a post. Most of you know what's been going on so I have good reason. However I wanted to post the baby and let everyone else know all is great. Nikko and Nat are getting so big now. This past month has taught me to live, love and definitely have a completely different relationship with God. I am truly blessed for my life.

NATALEIGH

2009-01-10T07:52:00.000-08:00

Well Candra's baby is finally here. They named her Nataleigh Giselle. She weighed 6 lbs, 12 1/2 ounces and was 19 inches long. Very very white with a little dark brown hair. Of course I think she's beautiful and never thought having a grandchild could be so precious. Momma is going to SA to spend a week helping Candra get adjusted to being a mother. I am somewhat jealous because I REALLY want to be there.

As for me...I don't guess I will ever have my baby. Supposedly this weekend, if not then Monday for sure...again..suppossedly.

Bad Day .. Huh?

2008-12-29T06:58:00.000-08:00

So, you have a Bad Day? My ranting can not even begin to express the frustration and disappointment. I'm still in shock. Eagles 44, Cowboys 6, I think this is THE worst season-ending loss in history for this team. The Cowboys, now 9-7 for the third time in the past four years after the humiliating loss, now I will have to go back to my old saying...New Year New Team?? And I say that with such question. Man I HAVE to be the ultimate fan to still love those boys..."Because to me, and this is the scary part, the Cowboys lost more than a game here. Oh, we can sit here and say the Cowboys have never lost a season-ending game by 38 points. We can say the Cowboys have not suffered a worse loss since being beaten 43-3 by Minnesota in that 3-13 season of 1988. We can say this is the most points the Cowboys have given up in a season-finale in club history, two more than the previous high scored by San Francisco in 1983 and the third most points the Cowboys have given up in the past 55 games - having to go back to the 49-21 beating put on them by these same Eagles in 2004.

These are just numbers, tangible accountings of a game that grew out of hand in the final two minutes of the first half, an implosion of sorts. Maybe as mighty as the one ultimately lowering the boom on Texas Stadium after all these years".

So, now the question is, How do we recover? Well it is like Jerry Jones says...no rash decisions but every single person involved going to the woodshed. Jerry kept saying how he has high expectations for this team. Well, of course. It's not like he doesn't probably have the highest payroll in the NFL, the most talent collected on one team... But this goes to show you have to have a strong leader. You have ONE guy to keep it together no matter what happens. This Cowboy team obviously does not have that in coaching, Romo, anywhere on the offense or defense. Not anywhere to be seen...so now the Boys are sent home beaten and bruised in every sense.

So I leave this incredibly horrible and disappointing season with this....

2009-2010... NEW YEAR, NEW TEAM!

Go Figure...

2008-12-15T03:57:00.000-08:00

First of all, my "rant". What the hell is Jerry Jones doing calling out Barber about his toughness? He needs to be calling out Romo, TO and Whitten...acting like high school boys. Ridiculous and evidently Jerry needs to get a reality check as well.

Now as for the Giants...Welcome to Texas! It was good to see a good Cowboys defense and a WELL rounded offense. See what happens when you DISTRIBUTE the ball Romo? He was accused of favoring his buddy Whitten, ended up completing passes to nine guys. Consequently getting TOUCHDOWNS. GO FIGURE! It was also good to see Deon Anderson get his firs NFL touchdown. It was finally fun to watch the Cowboys play again.

So here comes the playoffs. Hopefully get past the first round.

Enough about ball now, let's talk babies. Only on a "chick's" blog, huh?

Candra has moved into her new apartment and is so happy. She and Danny are settling into their new lives beautifully. She is finished with this semester and I think very nervous about Nataleigh being born. She doesn't really say so but she seems a bit nervous.

Crue will hopefully come home for the Holidays next weekend and Zans the day after Christmas will be back home. I love it when all my babies are home.

Now as for Nikkos, as everyone knows he's not really due until February 5. Then they were saying January 25. Now, supposedly, it can be any day. I am so miserable. I have doctor's appointments pretty regularly now so curious to see what they all have to say. Candra is doing so well...see what a difference in 20 years of age will do for a woman pregnant? Maybe I am just getting too soft in my old age?! Doubtful, but it seems so more and more each passing day. All that said, I am ready to have this baby. I think David is just ready for me to get back to "normal". I believe I am wearing him out.

"Christmas Came Early"

2008-12-08T06:25:00.000-08:00

Well, Patrick Crayton summed it up the best, "Christmas came early for the Steelers". "The game was GIVEN away", not taken, not "got away" it was simply GIVEN away... I think they played well, minus 5 turnovers, lol. Geez, next week...Giants.. At least we are home.

UGLY

2008-10-27T06:26:00.000-07:00

Yesterday's game was so very ugly. However, it was nice to see the defense again. Welcome back to the team. I don't care what ANYONE says, watching Johnson as quarterback is horrible. There is not ONE thing exciting, great or inspiring about watching him play. Hate it. Watching Romo mess up time after time is never as bad as watching Johnson on a "good day". Can only imagine what will happen in New York. Lets hope that our illustrious defense will show up for that game as well. Obviously we needed this win no matter how badly it looked. Spirits seem to be up a bit. I was just thinking, how does it feel to be Tampa Bay today? To get beat by this horrible Cowboy team? Just a question in thought...

On the home front... I think we are changing the name for the baby. Who knows what will be decided upon. Candra is doing so good. She looks so beautiful these days, not that she doesn't all the time. But she looks happy, healthy and very lively. She's still going to St. Mary's and I think is looking forward to some time off. Crue is also doing the college thing. Not much time for mom but he seems to stop by from time to time to "check on me". I like that a lot. And ZAN... baby ZAN. She's something. Starting basketball now, which is NOT her sport. I think she only plays because of Candra and I. She's so mature for her age it scares me at times. All in all we are so blessed and so happy to have our families growing. My life seems so complete these days and I have not felt this content before. Life is good, now if my sports life could even out it would ALL be good....LOL

A wake up call?... Simplify?...

2008-10-21T09:48:00.000-07:00

A wake up call? Time to simplify? hmmm...yah think? At least Coach isn't blaming everyone else (not that he couldn't point plenty of fingers). What was that? I love to watch his press conferences. He's so frank and to the point. Through the game I was to the point that I was waiting to see Coach himself put some pads on and throw the ball. Or heck even Garrett. Wasn't Garrett the all time best "back up". Not like he doesn't know the plays, and again, how much worse could he have been. The shock factor alone would have got us a first down or a tackle. Not sure what else you can say after a game like that. Shameful but I think they will recover and get back on track. The players seem a bit more focused. We will see...

Embarrassing win... more embarrassing loss...

2008-10-14T07:58:00.000-07:00

Well last weeks win was a win. I usually say "a win is a win, whether by 3 or 30". But last week, embarrassing. This week, I can't even begin to start on what happened. Or didn't.

I hear the Saints has a new good luck charm. Kim Kardashian. Ok, since we are locked onto Romo I want to trade Jessica for Kim and two future picks... lol... Can we do that? Hell, at this point what can hurt huh?

Cowboys and skins

2008-10-02T13:29:00.000-07:00

Well a loss is a loss. Just so everyone is clear. This is NOT the end of the world. The Cowboy organization is NOT a house of cards. It was a loss, a learning exercise hopefully for the coaching staff who cost us this game. Now as for the even bigger controversy of TO's comment. So he wants the ball. So he was emotional. He's outspoken. Always has been always will be. Has he not proved to be a huge asset to the Cowboy team...YES! So, that said, I agree with TO. Give him the dang ball. It's not like the game could have gotten any worse. If you lose by 2 or 20 it is STILL a loss. Build on it, learn from it coaches and let the boys do what they do best...play ball. The sports media really needs to find something else to gossip about. They are worst than a bunch of 12 year old girls. Facts not right, quotes not right and always a spin on things...idiots.

Just leave it alone...

2008-09-25T06:40:00.000-07:00

Now Sunday night's game was simply beautiful. I keep hearing "fans" wanting to see Felix more in the passing game. My thought on that is...JUST LEAVE IT ALONE! Garrett knows exactly what he is doing, OBVIOUSLY. As a rookie Jones is getting plenty time and is making the plays so leave well enough alone. Now as for Marion. He's a player I finally have true love for. He'll be MY next Emmitt Smith... So who is next? Washington? all good, bring it on. Let's see what new things we can see this week from the Boys.

Cleaning it up..

2008-09-19T06:19:00.000-07:00

Well it's a bit late to be posting about Monday night's game BUTTTTT I am just now getting around to it. Here's my opinion. CLEAN IT UP. I know it's probably been said a million times but we HAVE to clean that penalty crap up. I loved the game though. ABSOLUTELY the BEST game I have ever seen on Monday night football and the best in a very long time. Football stars are made on MNF and games like that make is so easy to fall in love with your team and players all over again. I feel young...first love feeling for my Boys again...Sunday's game should be easier but with the Cowboys those are the ones you have to worry about.

By the way, the baby is getting bigger, well ok, I am getting bigger anyways. The baby is fine though. I have the normal issues but they seem to be treating me and the baby so it's working for now. All will be fine. We have decided to name our baby Nico Severiano.

Candra's having a baby girl and they decided to name her Natally Gizelle (or something along those lines). I am happy at least one of us is having a girl, probably better her than me since boys seem to be easier to raise. The families are all happy, healthy and excited for all the new things to come.

On Paper, Looks Even...

2008-09-08T17:32:00.000-07:00

Well on paper the Browns looked like they were going to give the Boys a good opener. ON PAPER... All in all, of course we had some mistakes...but keep trucking and outscore them. That's the Cowboy Way. I honestly thought the Boys looked real good. REAL good. Build on that or hell...just keep what works and we will win the Superbowl. Now, Monday night...the Eagles. Again, on paper looks like a hard match. We will see. I think that statistically the Eagles have come to Dallas and won more times than they have lost. And if I am not mistaken they are "ahead" of the Cowboys (by statistics) after the first game. I got news for you...THIS Cowboy team, THIS Cowboy year will set many records. Somehow, we can take the so called perfect players and mix those with the "misfits" and we end up with what we have. THIS awesome Cowboy team. I am so happy the season is on and I get my "football fix". Happy Days once again, Da Boys are back in town! Bienvenidos...

Mailbox

2008-08-07T07:20:00.000-07:00

Well since NOTHING exciting ever happens at work...here's THE story. I was looking out the front window and saw this little black truck, I saw the driver swerve and thought ok, she's going to look up and correct...well, that didn't happen and she took out our big mailbox. I don't know how fast she was going but she had to of been hauling butt. she also missed the utility pole but got the neighbors mailbox as well before stopping at the end of the block. sooooo much excitement brought us 2 ambulances, a firetruck, several cops (3 or 4 cars) and the misc EMS guys in their separate trucks. Lots of help for just a mailbox and a truck, goes to show...wow, we live/work in a small town. Gotta love those small TX cities. Should I be concerned that this is the most exciting thing that's happened to me.

Also speaking of exciting things...baby is all good. I am all good.

Pictures from last few months

2008-07-09T08:16:00.001-07:00

Just a few things...Crue, I am so so very proud of you son. You have grown to be an amazing person and I am so lucky to be your mother. I love you. Congrats on all the hard work!

The Baby

2008-07-08T10:43:00.000-07:00

Well here HE is...yes, HE. Doc says he's certain it will be a boy...however I did not see any boy parts so I will hold out until I see for sure (next month). So for now, here's baby Nic. All is good, mom and baby are both very healthy.

The Big Read

2008-07-01T13:15:00.000-07:00

"The Big Read reckons that the average adult has only read 6 of the top 100 books they've printed."

1) Look at the list and bold those you have read.
(I've eliminated steps 2-4.)

1 Pride and Prejudice - Jane Austen
2 The Lord of the Rings - JRR Tolkien
3 Jane Eyre - Charlotte Bronte
4 Harry Potter series - JK Rowling (first 2 books)
5 To Kill a Mockingbird - Harper Lee
6 The Bible - (Most of it)
7 Wuthering Heights - Emily Bronte
8 Nineteen Eighty Four - George Orwell
9 His Dark Materials - Philip Pullman
10 Great Expectations - Charles Dickens
11 Little Women - Louisa M Alcott
12 Tess of the D'Urbervilles - Thomas Hardy
13 Catch 22 - Joseph Heller
14 Complete Works of Shakespeare
15 Rebecca - Daphne Du Maurier
16 The Hobbit - JRR Tolkien
17 Birdsong - Sebastian Faulks
18 Catcher in the Rye - JD Salinger
19 The Time Traveller's Wife - Audrey Niffenegger
20 Middlemarch - George Eliot
21 Gone With The Wind - Margaret Mitchell
22 The Great Gatsby - F Scott Fitzgerald
23 Bleak House - Charles Dickens
24 War and Peace - Leo Tolstoy
25 The Hitch Hiker's Guide to the Galaxy - Douglas Adams
26 Brideshead Revisited - Evelyn Waugh
27 Crime and Punishment - Fyodor Dostoyevsky
28 Grapes of Wrath - John Steinbeck
29 Alice in Wonderland - Lewis Carroll
30 The Wind in the Willows - Kenneth Grahame
31 Anna Karenina - Leo Tolstoy
32 David Copperfield - Charles Dickens
33 Chronicles of Narnia - CS Lewis
34 Emma - Jane Austen
35 Persuasion - Jane Austen
36 The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe - CS Lewis
37 The Kite Runner - Khaled Hosseini
38 Captain Corelli's Mandolin - Louis De Bernieres
39 Memoirs of a Geisha - Arthur Golden
40 Winnie the Pooh - AA Milne
41 Animal Farm - George Orwell
42 The Da Vinci Code - Dan Brown
43 One Hundred Years of Solitude - Gabriel Garcia Marquez
44 A Prayer for Owen Meaney - John Irving
45 The Woman in White - Wilkie Collins
46 Anne of Green Gables - LM Montgomery
47 Far From The Madding Crowd - Thomas Hardy
48 The Handmaid's Tale - Margaret Atwood
49 Lord of the Flies - William Golding
50 Atonement - Ian McEwan
51 Life of Pi - Yann Martel
52 Dune - Frank Herbert
53 Cold Comfort Farm - Stella Gibbons
54 Sense and Sensibility - Jane Austen
55 A Suitable Boy - Vikram Seth
56 The Shadow of the Wind - Carlos Ruiz Zafon
57 A Tale Of Two Cities - Charles Dickens
58 Brave New World - Aldous Huxley
59 The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time - Mark Haddon
60 Love In The Time Of Cholera - Gabriel Garcia Marquez
61 Of Mice and Men - John Steinbeck
62 Lolita - Vladimir Nabokov
63 The Secret History - Donna Tartt
64 The Lovely Bones - Alice Sebold
65 Count of Monte Cristo - Alexandre Dumas
66 On The Road - Jack Kerouac
67 Jude the Obscure - Thomas Hardy
68 Bridget Jones's Diary - Helen Fielding
69 Midnight's Children - Salman Rushdie
70 Moby Dick - Herman Melville
71 Oliver Twist - Charles Dickens
72 Dracula - Bram Stoker
73 The Secret Garden - Frances Hodgson Burnett
74 Notes From A Small Island - Bill Bryson
75 Ulysses - James Joyce
76 The Bell Jar - Sylvia Plath
77 Swallows and Amazons - Arthur Ransome
78 Germinal - Emile Zola
79 Vanity Fair - William Makepeace Thackeray
80 Possession - AS Byatt
81 A Christmas Carol - Charles Dickens
82 Cloud Atlas - David Mitchell
83 The Color Purple - Alice Walker
84 The Remains of the Day - Kazuo Ishiguro
85 Madame Bovary - Gustave Flaubert
86 A Fine Balance - Rohinton Mistry
87 Charlotte's Web - EB White
88 The Five People You Meet In Heaven - Mitch Albom
89 Adventures of Sherlock Holmes - Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
90 The Faraway Tree Collection - Enid Blyton
91 Heart of Darkness - Joseph Conrad
92 The Little Prince - Antoine De Saint-Exupery
93 The Wasp Factory - Iain Banks
94 Watership Down - Richard Adams
95 A Confederacy of Dunces - John Kennedy Toole
96 A Town Like Alice - Nevil Shute
97 The Three Musketeers - Alexandre Dumas
98 Hamlet - William Shakespeare
99 Charlie and the Chocolate Factory - Roald Dahl
100 Les Miserables - Victor Hugo

So 21 out of 100 books. How about you?

I always thought I was a book nerd. well just goes to show my mother is right, I do only read "trash"...LOL

No Me Conoces Aun

2008-05-14T06:19:00.000-07:00

It's a rainy day...in every sense today, outside, inside, work, personally...

Your Winter

2008-04-25T07:06:00.000-07:00

"Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength; loving someone deeply gives you courage." - Lao Tze

ERES PARA MI

2008-04-23T06:12:00.001-07:00

Julieta Venegas Eres Para Mi
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Valentine...

2008-04-16T13:13:00.000-07:00

How is it that you look at someone and that person not know how or what you feel?

Yo Sin Tu Amor...

2008-04-11T09:57:00.001-07:00

Camila...

2008-04-10T06:20:00.001-07:00

I had never heard of this group up until about a month ago....but I love them. I fixed the Todo Cambio video so you can watch it now. Here's another one from Camila, "Solo Para Ti".

Algo De Mi...A Ella

2008-04-09T13:26:00.000-07:00

can never have too many vidoes...

Todo Cambio...

2008-04-08T07:30:00.000-07:00

Now a different kind of song...this is EVERY girl's "drinking song". You boys have Ramon Ayala we have Paquita...

When I Needed You Most...

2008-04-07T06:17:00.000-07:00

Everything happens for a reason I know...maybe it was me who took too many things for granted. I am so sorry for some of the things that have been said. I try not to ever say much when I am upset because I know how I am about saying things that's hard to take back. "Life's lessons" my Granddaddy would say. I think that sometimes bad things have to happen to make things right again. To be able to finally put things in the past that need to stay in the past. Does that make any sense? I guess in "my world" not much makes sense to anyone else.

Not moving on...

2008-04-04T10:09:00.000-07:00

I honestly don't think I will ever get over this...Is it supposed to be like this? I always thought that when I finally fell in love with someone that it would just be perfect...I now know pride is a big thing and not necessarily a good thing. To be so street smart, I am so naive about some things.

Simply heartbroken...

2008-04-03T05:51:00.000-07:00

Just the thought of his smell, they way he held me when we danced...I'm simply heartbroken...seems weak of me, I know this. Someone told me yesterday, "you're so beautiful, things will be ok". My question...what the hell does being pretty have to do with anything when you've been hurt. Is it supposed to be easier because you are cute? BS..complete BS. I know they were just trying to "help" but please don't. I am not going to just get over this. With each day I feel a greater loss. Someone who doesn't even know me personally but evidently reads my blog has given me the best "advice"..."take your time, do not make any rash or big decisions. One day something will happen for you, whether it be that you start to heal or he sees what we all see in you". For that, thanks so much! Your email and support made me smile. Greatly appreciated. But here's my video of the day. Off subject and not helping my situation any...why do the Mavs suck so bad this year. That alone is depressing, 4th in the division...I watched the game last night and even though they won they just don't have that "thing". No excitement. Maybe it was just me. UGH...

More Than You'll Ever Know...

2008-04-01T06:02:00.000-07:00

It's been a week now...I have heard soooo many times that "with time it will get better"...WTH? I feel like it was just yesterday. I have not ever experienced this before so it's new to me. I thought I was so much stronger emotionally than this. I can definitely see the difference now between loving/respecting someone and being in love with someone. You'd think at my age I would know all this by now. But truth be known, I have not known many men in my life. The men that were in my life were circumstance not out of choice really. I feel like it's killing me. I still can't breathe. I woke up this morning not really knowing how to feel or what to do so what did I do? Cry...yet again. It's so frustrating. I asked myself if it's worth all this. Couldn't readily come up with an answer because my thoughts are so bitter sweet. I don't post many English songs but I thought of this song this morning. Maybe tomorrow will be a better day...

Esta Vez

2008-03-28T07:22:00.000-07:00

My Granddaddy always said, "that which doesn't kill us only makes us stronger..." I am going through some stuff and I feel like someone has knocked the breath out of me. After 4 days and 3 nights of endless tears, no sleep and very little to eat I realized that this too will pass. I was wishing I had my Granddaddy to go see and get a little of that oldfashioned wisdom because I feel I really need it now. However, I can take comfort in knowing that my grandparents can look down at me and actually be proud as to how I have handled this situation. I guess the worst thing is my pride; I feel used and plain naive. I am not that kind of person. I am not the type to be used OR to be naive. Even still, you put so much trust into someone only to find out that they never intended to do what they were saying. Then to put blame and accusations where there was none warranted. Incredible to me. I was genuinely happy and now, breathless. Truly I feel so dumb and overwhelmed. Oh well, what can you do? Focus on the good? Well, I have met some women that have showed me kindness never seen before. For that I will always love this family!

Wisdom...

2008-02-14T11:29:00.000-08:00

These "words of wisdom" were told to me...

"If you are being chased by a police dog, try not to go through a tunnel, then onto a little see-saw then jump through a hoop of fire...apparently these dogs are trained for that"...he did say he was exagerating about the fire part but he went through this big park with the wooden playground and the dog never even lost a bit of ground.

mmmmmm, go figure. The funny thing is that this person also told me he had to wait and fight off the dog for 15 minutes so the overweight cop could catch up. Well at least the cop had to finally work for those tax dollars.

Stepping Up...

2008-02-12T06:36:00.000-08:00

At what point does Cuban finally "step up" and spend some of that money on putting someone on the floor who can actually help Dirk, Terry and Stackhouse? Doesn't it take 5? I mean, I am just a chick and I can figure out that after what 3..4 playoff shows and still no championship...maybe I would need to do something a bit different and give my coach something better to work with...I was so mad I couldn't even finish watching the game...just venting. My apologies, Love you Mavs... Cuban, you NEED to come around. Hell you are supposedly the "ultimate" fan. Don't you want your team to finally win you a championship. Because I am sure you have to know it won't happen again this year. I am sure I will catch a lot of grief from this post so before I get all that hate mail just let me say...This is MY blog...you got something to say....make your own. Love to all!

Superbowl

2008-02-04T08:15:00.000-08:00

Well, surprised, stunned...satisfied...

Pre-game, never thought the Giants would be able to pull it off...thoughts after first LONG possession, they are going to do it. Even when everyone was saying they can't, they won't...I had this gut feeling Manning would come through...I just knew it.

Then I was thinking after seeing Peyton sitting in the box, watching his brother do the impossible...what is he thinking? Maybe something like, if it was "me" I would do this or that..because you know it's always easier to call/play the game from your seat. I know I would if it had been my brother. Awesome. Plain awesome to win and then to have your OLDER brother there to feel that win and to have been in the NFL a shorter time... would love to be able to harass my sibling over something like that... Good days ahead on the Manning homefront.

Just a side note...my puppy is driving me absolutely crazy...and most of you think that was not possible. It is..It has happened. He's my down fall.

It was a good run...

2008-01-14T07:00:00.000-08:00

Well what can you say...you win big...you loose big. Either way it's THE BOYS so it's all good. Next season...New Year, New Team...LOL

Pope backs the BEAUTIFUL GAME...

2008-01-09T09:05:00.000-08:00

So can we possibly get some support for the playoffs in the MOST "beautiful game" of American Football from the Pope? I just thought this was interesting enough to post...

Pope backs the Beautiful Game
Richard Owen of The Times in Rome

Pope Benedict XVI, not normally thought of as a football fan, has said that the Beautiful Game can teach young people important lessons for life.

Speaking to Giancarlo Abete, head of the Italian football league, and a delegation from Serie D clubs, the Pope said at his weekly audience that despite corruption scandals and hooliganism, football could "increasingly be the vehicle of the values of honesty, solidarity and fraternity''.

William Punghellini, spokesman for the 162 Serie D clubs, said the league's work with youth teams helped to foster the values praised by the Pope. The clubs donated to the Vatican money they had saved by a decision not to buy Christmas presents. Vatican officials said it would go to help Bangladeshi flood victims.

The late Pope John Paul II was an ardent football fan who as a young man played in goal in his native Poland. Pope Benedict is not known to have played the game, but has encouraged a Vatican football tournament called the Clericus Cup and is said to support Bayern Munich, the leading team in his native Bavaria.

Holiday Events

2008-01-08T11:22:00.000-08:00

Well, a few things occurred over the holidays. David allowed the new addition to our already big family. We think his name will be Diesel but we are still trying names on him. He's a brindle boxer, 6 weeks. He's much much different than Chato but I think he's going to fit right in. The other puppy with him is Dolly and she belongs to Candra and Danny. Thank you David for my baby, I love you for putting up with me during the whole puppy search. You are so patient with me and you are greatly appreciated. Also, David and I are going to Mexico for a bit soooo there will be no posts. Don't send hate mail... I need a vacation. LOL. I am wondering how to get the TV to work in the Hummer. I have got to watch the boys... thinking out loud again...

Next, the girls rode the "Blast Off" in Dallas...see the video. It was very cold and extremely windy as you can tell from the video. Sorry for the poor quality as it was taken with my phone.

I hope the New Year has started off great for everyone and wish the best of wealth, health and most of all love....

Any Given Sunday....

2007-12-17T06:36:00.000-08:00

LOL, you know when I start off like this...things are not good. But, ON ANY GIVEN SUNDAY, you can win or LOSE. They are men, they make mistakes...they don't step up when they need too...just a little man bashing to start off with. Familiar image in my mind is here to the left. I guess I can say the defense was decent in this game...would've been so much worse without them. Offensive line, not sure what game they were at...Some are inconsolable about this loss...CALM DOWN! One game at a time. Just CALM DOWN and get through one game at a time. This morning I was thinking of the game and replaying what I saw then I begin to feel the loss for some reason. Not panic, just disappointment. Then remembering Romo post-game. THIS quarterback, kiddos, THIS Romo man, is THE man. He's humble and now reminded that sometimes you have to lose against those teams like Philly who can beat ANY team in the league on ANY given Sunday weather their record shows it or not. And Ware, you were definitely the Cowboy's player of the game, in my infamous opinion. So, where are we? Rest, recoup and prepare for the next. One game at a time. Keep your eyes on the big picture folks....JANUARY. Yes, this is important but more importantly is that we have a physically and mentally HEALTHY Cowboy team to win the physical and mental COWBOY way!

OLDSCHOOL

2007-12-10T06:51:00.000-08:00

18 seconds left. You know they CAN do it but will they? Old school Cowboy stuff. I have not seen THIS kind of "Cowboy stuff" since I was a child and maybe even a little in the Aikman/Irwin/Smith years. But THIS team, THIS Romo. Old school Cowboy stuff. No, I am wrong...Romo is more than old school. He's NEW school. He can bring to a game that none other can do. Most opponents will even give him that. FINALLY way on board the Romo train. Now that I am on board...not to worry. Those who know me, know I am not "fair weathered" at being a fan of anyone or any team. I will stick it out when hard times finally hit, and they will. Someday. Somehow. But for now, He's the man. No, he's not Brady. He's more, because this Romo "kid" is a kid that all of our kids can finally look up too. They can see he actually enjoys this little game called football. How refreshing. Romo is charmed for sure. Having players like TO, Barber and Witten makes Romo's job a bit easier though. And Romo couldn't do his "Romo-thing" without that Flo, Colombo, Gurode, Ellis and the other outstanding line guys. Did the Cowboys win this by 20? No. Are they hoping for that illustrious perfect season? No. But who the hell cares...we are THE COWBOYS winning that Cowboy Way!!

My Love, My Cowboys....

2007-11-30T08:11:00.000-08:00

"What the hell was that?" I can not count the times I said that last night...drops, misses, mistakes, TOUCHDOWNS... Well like I said previously...can't out right beat 'em? Out score them!! All I can say on that... Here's a little Cowboy and good 'ole Texas humor...

John Madden was in Green Bay to announce a football game one weekend when he noticed a special telephone near the Packers' bench. He asked QB Favre what it was used for and was told it was a hot line to God. John asked if he could use it. Favre replied, 'Sure, but it will cost you $200. John scratched his head, then thought, what the heck, I could use some help picking games. He pulled out his wallet and paid $200. John's picks were perfect that week.

The next week, John was in Indianapolis when he noticed that same kind of phone on the Colts bench. He asked what the telephone was for and Manning told him, 'It's a hot line to God if you want to use it, it will cost you $500.' Recalling the previous week, John pulled out his wallet and made the call. John's picks were perfect again that week.

Last weekend, John was in Dallas, when he noticed the same kind of telephone by the Dallas' bench. He asked Tony Romo, 'Is that the hot line to God?' Tony said, 'Yes, and if you want to use it, it will cost you 50 cents.' John looked incredulously at Romo and said, 'Wait a second,I just paid $200 in Green Bay and $500 in Indianapolis to use the same phone to God! Why do the Cowboys only charge 50 cent?

Tony replied, 'Because in Dallas, it's a local call...

Welcome to God's Country.'.................

Go Cowboys! Looking good. New Year...Consistent team, amazing QB...what? did I say that out loud? Yes, finally. AMAZING QB.

Ohhh, those mighty Cowboys....

2007-11-27T06:13:00.001-08:00

I expected a little more for Thanksgiving entertainment from the Boys and Jets. Oh well, sometimes you have to win big.

Since I can't say much about that game I will take this time to say that I am thankful to my family for so much support they have given me over the past year. It's been difficult, and sometimes I am sure I have been unbearable, but I appreciate each and every one of you guys. Doug, Lisa & kiddos, everyone needs that "family role model" and you guys are mine. Momma and Jer, thank you, thank you, thank you. For all those nights spent with me, your worries and most importantly, your hugs and love. Arvisu Family, Vivis, Vane, China...You all make the best addition to any person's life and I am truly blessed and thankful to have you all in mine. Last but certainly not least...my babies, Candra, Crue and Zan, you guys are my everything. Precious. I love you so very much. I find myself missing my Grandpa and Grandma Goldsmith this week. I live close to the town in which they lived all my life and pass their graves every day. To be able to talk with them at this time in my life would be so helpful. Just makes me realize I have to be more grateful to those here and that is why I felt the need to put it in writing. THANKS, THANKS AND THANKS!! I have the BEST family and friends and would not be where I am today without them.

Now with that said....

Thursday, 7:15pm, Texas Stadium, Cowboys vs. Packers. Do I need to comment? Well of course I do! This is supposedly the "NFC Armageddon" fixin' to take place Thursday night. "Mirror" teams almost. No doubt the only way to beat them will be with Favre. He has to be pressured. ALL game. Not a few times....time and time again. So Ware and Ellis you better suit up to play. So, we know the Cowboys are going to score their points like all year has proved and we know the special teams will also show up to shut down that new superstar Grant. But if Favre has the time...he will definitely pick them Boys apart. Pressure. Solid, Constant...Pressure. Coach Phillips said it best..."The most I'm concerned with is their passing game, Favre can light you up, and he's done it through the years." But funny thing is this..Packers are also probably saying the very same thing about Romo. Better contain him...Better control him...both of these QB can get away from you quickly. So, If we can't outright BEAT them..we had best out score them. They better play their hearts out because this will be the game of the season I think.

New Year...Best Team.

Romo to T.O. the Cowboy Way

2007-11-20T06:10:00.001-08:00

After Sunday's BIG mistakes and bigger finishes...Romo to TO..again, again, again, wait one more time...Romo to TO...enough said. Come Thanksgiving my hopes are to set the passing and receiving franchise records in the Cowboy history and hopefully along with those illustrious records will come yet another win. Praying Gurode will show up to pay attention, was he ADHD last game or what. All you could do was watch the mess ups and wonder, ok, how is Romo going to recover that? Also...Roy Williams, cover your guys! This isn't highschool ball...damn. A beautiful thing to see unfold, major screw ups (the "Cowboy Way") yet another major "fix" again the COWBOY WAY!

Chato Vato

2007-11-16T07:24:00.000-08:00

Chato was hit last night by a car and after a trip to Denton County Animal ER the vet was not able to save him. I am not usually emotional over pets but he was truly MY dog and I will miss him so much. He had so much personality. Thank you to the girl who helped me after he was hit, I believe her name was Tiffany and to everyone at the ER. They were quick, attentive, courteous and so so kind. Thanks so much.

Shut up and put up....

2007-11-12T06:22:00.000-08:00

Well those New Yorkers were doing what they do best...talk a lot of crap. Granted, I was a bit nervous..BUT, I have that Cowboy confidence. I watch a lot of the sports shows and listen to the radio and keep waiting to hear some cockiness from the Cowboy players. Nothing. I have not really heard or seen anything. This team, this CLASSY team is out there pretty much saying "shut up and put it". These city boys (like the philly boys) just can't believe what this Texas Cowboy team will do to you when you think you have answers to their playbook. Offensively or defensively. TO, Witten, Crayton, Ware, Flo.... bring it... watching the game last night reminded me of the NE game only difference is WE were just that good. No matter what, we had answers. Yes, we also had mistakes...but big answers makes up for those little mishaps. You know today those that were talking about how great the Giant defense is and the critics (mostly idiots) who said it will be another game like NE. Now what? Nothing? Silence? Back tracking...making up. They said that the 'boys didn't have what it took to go to NY and take this win. Well the Cowboys went to NY and showed they did have what it took and about 11 points more. So now the 'Boys are back in town... One more team down... Half way through the season and looking stronger by the game. New Year, Great Team.

The NFC East goes through whom?...

2007-11-05T08:29:00.000-08:00

Sweet Sweet win. Go to Philly and win big. Nothing but skill was shown yesterday in the cheesesteak capital. It was good they have their food because yesterday they needed something..anything...else to brag on. All I heard the week before was how tough philly is, how mean, the fans are so distracting...now, lets talk "tough". "This all became apparent the closer the game crept toward halftime. The Cowboys were dominating up front. Why? Well, they made those lightning quick Eagles defensive ends play the run. You kidding me, those skinny 265-270-pound guys were going to stand up against these big ol Cowboys tackles, not to mention Leonard Davis' 354 pounds at guard and Andre Gurode's girth in the middle?" ..too funny..."Get this: Trent Cole, who led the NFL with nine sacks coming into the game, finished with four tackles, but nary a hit on Romo, let alone a sack. Hey Trent, did you introduce yourself to Flozell Adams? Jevon Kearse, his name didn't even appear on the defensive tackle sheet. He had nothing. Shut out. Wonder if he had met Marc Colombo before?" AND, T.O. has to be feeling good to return after last years game and not only take home a win but play some ball and remind those exmates that this is HIS time, again. I wonder if McNabb was hating life? Witten is a "Man's Man". Wow...was all I could say. Thing is, they were all "tough" yesterday, mental and physical. They definitely brought their best game and looked so good doing it. Life is good, Texans (and those other faithful Cowboy fans) must be lighting those candles and living right...

New Year...New Team...anyone want to argue that?

DEJAME AMARTE

2007-11-02T21:31:00.000-07:00

REALLY?!!?

2007-10-16T08:24:00.000-07:00

I love this footage...Vick is a complete idiot. Might be a good ball player, but common sense with his personal life...NONE...

..."Win or Lose"....

2007-10-15T06:43:00.001-07:00

On Any Given Sunday...you win or lose...Any Given Sunday...well this Sunday was just embarrassing. Were we just that bad? Yes! But, the Pats...are also, that GOOD. They looked focused, together and determined. Damn, they look good. It was hard to watch the Boys this week but to see how the Pats play, Damn, they look good. I think on Dallas' best day right now probably still couldn't beat them out right. I knew it was going to be hard but that game almost made me sick with the silly mistakes that could have made it a bit closer at least. And then the last unnecessary touchdown...completely uncalled for..completely, completely, completely. It was hard to get a feel for what this team could really do against a great quarterback and offense. Now we know... not pretty. Next week will bring another win no doubt but then it still leaves me wondering do the Boys really have what it will take to beat the Pats or the Colts in the end? Lots of work...but it is after all...New Year, New Team...Vivis, as for the question that was asked to me...the answer is...about 20 times if not more.

WOW...What a TEAM

2007-10-09T10:17:00.000-07:00

Well...dont guess you see the "greats" of quarterbacks do what Romo did last night. I have been warning you. And I hear this crap, "but he got them in position for the kick"...WTF? Finally, Finally , Finally he does something and now he should be revered? Just glad Romo showed up to do what he should have been doing for the previous 55 minutes...yeah, great job Romo...anyways, to the real player of the game...Folk, you are truly GIFTED. The rest of the team...thanks for being that good old Dallas Cowboy TEAM we used to know and love. Its a familiar but faint feeling. 5-0... good times ahead. New Year, New Team...

#94

2007-10-05T07:01:00.000-07:00

Last night a new Circuit City store opened in Denton. I knew that there would be 2 Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders there so I decided that my son and nephews needed to go see them. We load up, get there and see this huge line around the side of the store. I knew then, there must be a player there as well. There was, DeMarcus Ware. The boys had their footballs in tow and ready to be signed. But, there is always a BUT...Ware was only scheduled to be there for another hour. I knew there was no possible way the boys (or myself) would get to see him. So I mentioned to them not to get their hopes up to see DeMarcus but we'd for sure see the girls. Hell, that's what they realy wanted anyways I am sure. We wait...we wait...and we wait...get to the doors and they are telling us DeMarcus has left and the cheerleaders are only left. Of course most people in front and behind us left. GREAT...I am so ready to go home at this point. Then we saw Ware. Liars...LOL...those Circuit City boys...so we did see Ware and the cheerleaders. What a pleasant guy. Down to earth, the girls too. SOOOO very impressed with how kind they all were with the boys and even myself. Lots of jokes, laughs and a great time. More excited for Monday Night Football now. Isn't there some little college game playing this weekend? lol... what a joke... seems such a waste of good time.

Romo and more...

2007-10-01T06:43:00.000-07:00

He's doing what the "good ones" have done, carrying the team. The Rams had the big names covered quite well, but the thing is this, we finally have a TEAM. It's nice to know your stars can be covered and not have great days then here comes the "other" guy. Crayton also stepped up and did his teammates proud. New Year, New Team... I have been saying it since pre-season...still saying the same thing. Come to think of it, I have probably been saying that for the past 5 years, but this year is sweet. 4-0 start. I know, I know...we were playing against a team riddled with injuries and next week have Buffalo, then New England and then Minnesota. I think the Buffalo game will give us more "practice" to take on the likes of NE and then more "practice" with Minnesota. It is almost as if we get to do those scrimmage games in between the REAL ones. This team has meshed so it seems. Romo is humble. I believe it was Hispanic Heritage Day yesterday at Texas Stadium and Antonio Ramiro Romo should have made his people proud as well as every Cowboy football fan in the world. Good boys, good job and more of that REAL (not college) Texas football.

Fall football, daydreaming and MY "Boys....

2007-09-24T10:48:00.000-07:00

I sit here today daydreaming of those nice and sometimes not nice, autumn days of playing football either in the field across from where my grandparents lived or in the street of where I grew up. My brother and I were never allowed to played on the same team. It was "not fair". Fond Fond memories, now how does that have anything to do with MY 'Boys? Well, it looked like that is what they did yesterday. Went to Chicago, found a field, got some teams together and kicked some butt. Cowboys never looked back, looked like they were even having fun. Good 'ole TEXAS football. I have not read any comments today about the game but I know people have to finally look up and take some notice. I will say it again...New year, New Team...Romo, not my favorite guy, why do I not like this guy? He's good obviously but I am so sick of most people comparing him to the GREATS like Staubach and Aikman...Hell no, not after last year and definitely not after 3 games, wins or not. Those boys are the GREATS because they paid their dues and played their YEARS of ball. Maybe..just Maybe one day Romo will be remember like them..but for now, today...stop already. Look at Grossman...he was the wonder boy last year for Chicago...remember that..now look at him and his team falling apart... It's like i don't, can't..no, WON'T trust Romo. Anyways, TO, Witten..my babies...looking good. No drama, just ball playing.

GETTING BETTER ALL THE TIME

2007-09-18T09:56:00.000-07:00

Ok, folks...yes, finally posting. Stop sending me hate mail, when i have something I want expressed, I post. Down to business, it's Cowboy time again and I am loving this team. I love every team, I know. But this is "true love" I promise this time...LOL...My pet peeve is when people listen to all these radio shows, talk shows, newcasts, etc. and form "their opinion" from what they saw or heard. I HATE this. Come on now, we can all watch a game and get what's happening without having to be told what we SHOULD think or feel. Now comes my exception, Spagnola sums up most of how I feel at this moment about my 'BOYS. New Year guys...NEW TEAM!! TO is the man, Witten is awesome and Romo is still Romo....

Mother's Day

2007-05-14T13:29:00.000-07:00

I can never see this too much...cracks me up. Reminds me of my brother and I.

Thanks to my kiddos...i have the BEST. I love you guys so very much. I am very proud of each of you.

Getting Lazy

2007-04-17T07:48:00.000-07:00

Well it's been about a month since I have posted...2 things. #1, I love it when the Mavs beat two teams...the Heat and the Spurs. Now, dont get me wrong, should by some miracle the Spurs go further in the playoffs than the Mavs...since I am from TX I will support those Texas boys...and as far as the Heat, everyone knows my feelings for shaq-crybaby. Now secondly, here is a new photo of Zeke aka Chato. He's so well behaved these days. All that work really paid off.

Finals in Finland

2007-03-15T15:20:00.000-07:00

I have a very good friend, Greg, who coaches in Finland. Tomorrow they travel to Turku to play the final game for the championship. I wish the very best of luck Greg and "his boys". Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Come home soon so everyone can celebrate your successes. I am so proud of you and what you have done over there.

Chato and I

2007-03-13T14:05:00.000-07:00

Here's a photo of me and Chato hanging out....i am trying to teach him not to be on the furniture...as you can see I am not being very consistant.

SNOW DAYZ

2007-01-31T08:13:00.000-08:00

This morning is so very lazy and makes me want to just be home doing nothing, not that i am working today, not that anyone here in the office is working today....here's our video...

Too much time...

2007-01-30T07:06:00.000-08:00

I was told that maybe I had too much time on my hands....I disagree, but while I am contemplating this, I will post my new puppy. This is Ezekiel Ducan "Zeke" or "Chato" is what we call him. He loves to be with Apache and cries when they are seperated, it is very annoying but I guess puppies will be puppies... He's cute

Idiot Inmates Trying to Escape

2007-01-23T08:30:00.000-08:00

APACHE

2006-12-30T17:31:00.000-08:00

Here's David's new addition to the family, Apache. We thought we'd teach him early what and how to drink....

GVT Varsity Basketball 2006-07

2006-12-15T09:15:00.000-08:00

Well here is the 06-07 GVT team. Most of the girls have been friends since they were in the 3rd grade. So weird seeing these beautiful young laides all grown up. Anyways, the season is going ok. They won the tournement in Paradise, came in Second in Commerce and play tonight. Good luck Lady Leopards, I am so proud of you guys and love to watch you play. Ohhh...after though...CANDRA....get your college application done... NOW!

2006-12-14T13:15:00.000-08:00

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Medieval Times...

2006-11-20T20:37:00.000-08:00

Sarah's Mom's birthday is this month...HAPPY BDAY Jan! They went to Medieval Times and had a great time from what I hear. I was left at home. So sad. No love. Thanks Hess fam for including Candra.

Este Vez

2006-11-09T08:33:00.000-08:00

This is one of my most favorite songs ever. Now, the pictures of "Rodeo" here...I have no idea if it's even all the same grupo or even the grupo that sings the song...but either way, it's MY video, MY blog so I will post it anyways without verifying it's validity....mmmmm, kinda like my professional life....

"...you get stuck in Iraq..."

2006-11-07T06:01:00.000-08:00

Lots of Random Stuff to Post

2006-11-02T11:37:00.000-08:00

Well that's the pic from the bon fire at mom's house. My brother and I watched the ambers from it catch the other trees on fire. Crazy, old, country Texas folks (my mom and Jerry) put the fire pile too close to the other trees. Now the sides that was next to the fire are all charred. it was entertaining and we really had a great time. The kids seemed to be all too happy. Good times ma... I love you!

Now, at lunch today Sarah and i were coming back from eating way to much pizza and out of the corner of our eyes we see this goat and this dog...the goat obviously is very very fond of the dog. So of course, I dont have anything better to do than to get out and video this pair...

The first time I tried to post this video they cut it off...go figure...but just something about this song makes me almost "soft". Those of you who know me WELL know that is pretty much out of character for me...So here's to trying to post this video yet again...

AND last but most importantly....My Mavs open season is tonight against SA. Good luck to them...light your candles.

Alondra's Video

2006-10-27T08:59:00.000-07:00

Here's a video with all the photos from when Alondra was born up until yesterday. This baby is simply incredible and is so beautiful now. Perfect skin, hair and her fingers...precious...

Go Cowboys!

2006-10-25T07:51:00.000-07:00

So the Cowboys...Damn' Cowboys. Still love them. Even after that "performance" on Monday, I STILL love them. I didn't light a candle for them. That was the whole problem, well maybe not, but makes better sense than "we didn't get the job done". Hell no you didn't get the job done. Almost felt as if they didn't even show up. But WE did...and this pic is of the girls and I that was tailgating that night. INCREDIBLE fun. I KNOW most of the folks thought the same when they came across us. For all the husbands and boyfriends of everyone in the pic....we were little angles...to sum up the night...TOO MUCH BEER, TOO MUCH FOOD AND WAYYY TOO MANY TURNOVERS. Girls, and guys too I guess, thanks for the great night. Makes the loss not so bad.

Birthdays and babies...

2006-10-20T11:19:00.000-07:00

Roxi had her baby. Alondra Mia Castillo was born on my b-day (19th) and weighed in at 9 lbs and 7 ozs. As you can see she has tons of black hair. This baby is as round and she is long. PRECIOUS! As for my bday, Thanks to everyone for everything. I got the flowers, cake, chocolates, gifts (my fav being the radar gun that measures speed, more to come on that), lunch with the bosses, bonus and a very pleasant dinner. I did not however, get my annual lunch with Momma so Sunday she is having everyone over for dinner. Now I won't be traumatized for NOT being the favorite child...LOL... I have the best friends and family. Roxi and Chente, I love you guys and thank you for lettting me be a part of your lives! Chente, I know you think I have lost my mind most of the time (and you are probably right). Now your little family is complete with Alondra (I hope she acts just like me). Going to the Cowboy game Monday night...playing with my favorite toy so I will have lots to post next week. Sorry to all you faithful readers for not posting so much. I was waiting for the "good stuff" to post, that being babies and birthdays. But for all those who send me "hate mail" about not posting...get a grip..I am a busy girl. So I think me having a baby will be next... what do ya'll think? More to come on that as well. I will fill everyone in on the "baby plans" in due time. Hey...good pun no?

None Suck More Than ou

2006-10-06T05:33:00.000-07:00

It's here again...Texas is #7 and ou is #14. Should be an easy win. Hook 'Em Horns!! Texas won last year so it will be nice to have back to back wins against our rivals. Sarah mentions how nice it is to see those upset ou fans going home ... it's truly blissful. Here's a little video that explains how I feel about those yankees that will coming into the great state of TEXAS....

Picnic at the Park in Gainesville, TX

2006-10-05T13:31:00.000-07:00

This morning Momma calls and tells me to round up the troup (Candra, Crue and Sarah) and meet her at the park for a picnic. It was such a beautiful day. We had a great lunch, lots of laughs, as you will see almost got ran over by the train...just another close call for Sarah and I...then reality hits, had to go back to what most people call a job. We didn't get much done... well this video... that's enough..right?

Monk-E Mail

2006-10-03T12:56:00.000-07:00

Here's a video from Homey. I always go to Dairy Queen to get drinks because they have the shaved ice (even better than Sonic ice). It REALLY irks me when they give me too much coke and I specifically request little drink EXTRA ice. And I repeat myself several times to make sure they understand exactly what I want...and these girls actually wonder why they can only make minimum wage...anyways...

Hoops for Hope 2006...

2006-10-02T06:38:00.000-07:00

Well, we played...we got our butts kicked by a bunch of kids (lost by 2 but seemed like 20). A loss is a loss..right? It was hot but there was a breeze so it was tolerable. Momma came out and watched, she was too funny and had great commentary. Thanks Ma, we love you! OHHHHH, we met these people from Bosnia, Candra has decided to go over and spend some time with them when it's "safe to return home". Now I don't know about you, but if I hear that it's not safe right now...I think I would pass for now AND in the future...the people were great though. Also here's a video of all the photos from our ordeal on Saturday...What's next Sarah? Do I need to get busy on the next "event"? Hey, are you going to try to show me how to play golf?

Happy Birthday Kelly!

2006-09-27T09:26:00.000-07:00

Well Kelly is almost 35...so Happy almost 35th Birthday girlie..we love you and appreciate you. On a side note, she got the prettiest roses today. How come I don't ever get flowers? I say flowers because I dont like roses too much... so what, it's not my birthday.. I am special dammit... I should always be spoiled... hmmmm, maybe I should rethink that, because in return I might have to be nice or kind and Lord knows I can't do that... Anyways, it's not about me today (imagine that). Happy Birthday Kelly!!

Just another typical weekend...

2006-09-26T07:50:00.000-07:00

Sunday Sarah decides the weather is beautiful and we should meet at Ray Roberts for the day of bonding as friends and folicking...right...since when does anything we plan or do go without a hitch? Never... I am just so happy this wasn't initially MY idea. Anyways, we are going over the dam at Lake Ray Roberts and Candra and I notice a wheel going up the road in front of us. Low and behold, it's off Sarah's horse trailer (horses loaded). We were probably traveling about 55. Candra, mind you, is sitting right beside me say "hey mom, you see that". Ummmmm...Yeah mija..sitting right here...I see that...Well we pull over to check on Sarah and the horses, offer a little commentary and some support (not much, too many jokes and laughing involved). FINALLY, after about 25 vehicles pass by a lady carrying 2 horses decides to stop and offer help. You'd think in Texas AND in the country you'd get a little more help, even if the conditions were highly unsafe and very undesirable...still, 3 girls, side of the road...Texans should stop. Enough on that. We get the horses unloaded, reloaded and moved down to where we were headed in the first place. Sarah does manage to pull the trailer just off the dam and we decide, hell, it's the prettiest day ever...lets ride. Saddle them up...go ridin. I have not had so much fun in such a long time. More laughs, so much commentary (you have to read Sarah's blog for the story on the passer-byes and read Candra's comment). Ladies, a bad beginning turns out fine AGAIN. What is it with us? Are we doomed at the beginning of all our adventures? Can't wait until the next... Oh, yeah, that's this Saturday. 3 on 3 ladies...ready? Here's a couple of videos from the ride...not great quality but it's something. Oh yeah...it was also very windy so lots of background noise.

you guys know my theory...one is never enough...

"When the cat's away..."

2006-09-22T11:20:00.000-07:00

I leave to go take care of Homecoming issues (Go GHS) with my precious babies and I come back to work to find this on my screen. I leave for less than an hour and the "girls" can't be trusted. The only productive thing they can do is mess with my area...that's it. You are all FIRED!! and I mean it this time!! Wait, forget it. I quit and I mean it this time!! Now to tell the owners of the company.... Forget it, too much effort. I am not near as energetic as the girls here in the office. Happy Friday ladies, and please don't forget ... payback is hell. One more thing, the rose was a nice touch. sweet of you guys.

2006-09-20T11:42:00.000-07:00

Ranger game Sept 19 2006
Well I went to the Rangers game last night. The Ballpark was beautiful as ever, empty, but nice. The weather was exceptional and the company was entertaining. I have the flu/cold/allergies and wasnt feeling very good, I almost called the whole night off. I am glad I didn't because I had too much fun. They lost, big surprise..right..anyways, onto more important business - 3 on 3 basketball...we need a name for our team. Come on ladies, be creative. Do I have to do EVERYTHING? Hell, I planned the event the very least you could do is come up with the 4th player and a name for us. Little help would be nice, even appreciated. UGH....frustration sits in.

2006-09-19T08:31:00.000-07:00

I roped my girls into playing in some 3-on-3 basketball action in 2 weeks. (Even though SOMEONE was banned from making any more weekend plans, I AM BACK!!...) Feels so good to be in control again.

CRUE

2006-09-14T11:52:00.000-07:00

After Candra's party Saturday Crue went home with his father. They had hauled some hay and it needed to be unloaded. So Sunday they unload it. Crue was standing on top of the bales of hay when the bottom row gave way. He fell and almost hit his head on a pole, threw his hand up to block the hit and hurt himself. Now this is the story I am getting, and they are sticking with it...ok, so I will buy it (not so sure about why a pole would be close enough to hit his head on..but ok...whatever). He comes home and his wrist is swollen. Not too bad but you could tell it probably hurts. Monday morning I decide maybe I should take him to the doctor. We are at the doc's office and he has his hand/arm x-rayed. They move us to a room. We (Candra and I) play with EVERYTHING in the room and then move on to diagnose Crue and look at his x-ray. Yep, it's so very clear. He's perfectly FINE. Big titty baby wimp (and we wonder why he hates going anywhere with us). Doc Gibbs comes into the room touches his arm and Crue tells him it doesn't really hurt it's just kinda numb and not real comfortable. Doc turns to look at the x-ray. He says..."well, there's the break" and points at it. I jumped up and said "what? I have already looked at it and diagnosed him" to which Doc replies "Candy, stop diagnosing your kids, you are NEVER right". Anyways, Crue gets a soft cast while the swelling goes down and yesterday we went for the hard cast. Crue...PLEASE don't be crazy the next couple of weeks. PLEASE take it easy...you are killing me. Here's the video for that...

She's 18...

2006-09-14T09:24:00.000-07:00

Well as of September 9, my baby turned 18. Where the hell did the years go. She has turned into the best kid a mother could ever want...my baby, child, young lady and now best friend. Mija...I love you so much! I am very proud of who you are becoming. We had a dinner at a place called Babe's in Sanger where they sang Happy Birthday to her and she had to wear a chicken on her head, beak in her mouth and flap her arms. It's good she has a flare for dramatics and isn't very shy. Entertaining... Then onto Sutdio 82 in Lindsay. My friends have this club and were so kind to let us have a party there. WAY too much fun! Thanks a million Angel and Karina. Could not have turned out better. So much dancing and many laughs. We had the best time. I am not so sure Momma and Jerry liked our choice in music but they were troopers and stayed about an hour or so. As I was sitting with David I was looking on the dance floor at these beautiful "women" .. wait children...no they are women...only I remember when these women were in the 2nd grade and running around my house...so precious. Time marches on and they are still precious little girls to me...but the men think a bit differently. All that babbling just to say...Candra, you are an incredible young lady. I love you. This photo is from yesterday, we played hookie and went to watch a movie after Crue got his cast...more to come on that..

Lips of an Angel

2006-09-08T07:53:00.000-07:00

Old sweatshirt...

2006-09-07T09:01:00.001-07:00

I have an old sweatshirt that was given to me that I absolutely love (the sweetshirt not the person that gave it to me). It's not ugly, yet not pretty, fits but doesn't. That's my life. Exactly like my sweatshirt...the people in my life I love dearly. It's a small and select group but they are the best. I am truly lucky and very blessed for each and every one of them. Video for my baby. Duelo always makes me think of you...

Because two is always better than one...

Afairs of the heart

2006-09-05T07:49:00.000-07:00

..."Because, these moments, as beautiufl as they are...they are evil when they are gone." - I heard this and it stayed with me...Can anyone tell me what this is from?

They are back...

2006-09-01T14:00:00.000-07:00

These guys are too funny...

and just because this one is my alltime fav...

Sueña

2006-08-31T06:41:00.000-07:00

Just an observation...why is it that people are so guarded when it comes to affairs of the heart. They claim to be afraid of being hurt when in reality, because of their actions or non-actions, they hurt the ones who truly love them? Just a question...a comment...more random thoughts... Sometimes I should probably keep these thoughts to myself but hell, it's me, it's my blog and I am not the type to do that. We are continuing the great house hunt this weekend...fun fun. Ladies, I think drinks will be involved, maybe more cumbia dancing and that combined always leads to someone breaking out and videoing actions...we might have to post those some day.

Solo Por Un Beso

2006-08-30T07:08:00.000-07:00

The Shack In The Woods

2006-08-28T08:30:00.000-07:00

Ok, Friday we all get home have a few drinks then decide to go back and check out the shack. Apparantly someone has been using it from time to time because everything except the bed was filthy. There was a big lizard running around that was alarming to me. Well, only to me because Sarah and Candra are two of the biggest wimps in the world and wouldn't "explore" with me. NOT ACCEPTABLE ladies!! Crue, you are a trooper, my little partner in crime. At least I know Crue would help if I had gotten shot...again, NOT ACCEPTABLE ladies! Here's the footage...

Everything I Do...

2006-08-25T12:30:00.000-07:00

Mav Business

2006-08-24T10:34:00.000-07:00

The Mavs start regular 06-07 season on Nov. 2. Here's the schedule of pre-season games. This is a great pic of the guys. This is their time. I am so much more hopeful for this team than my Cowboys. But good luck to both all the same. Here's the Cowboy schedule. By-the-way, all this Romo hype...it's just that..HYPE. He's not the go to guy to win superbowls...come on folks. I don't think he'll ever be a "great" like Aikman or McNabb. Hell I don't even think he's as talented as Henson. Big mistake there. But who the heck knows why the Cowboy organization ever does what it does it's never practical. Doesn't even work for the most part.... gotta love "the Boys" anyways.

"Why would you do that, it's not like we are friends or anything..."

2006-08-24T07:12:00.000-07:00

This is a quote from Sarah, she told me this after I had bought her something and wouldnt let her pay me back (it was like a drink or something). Now, we had been working together for several months. As you can imagine, I was shocked she'd say that. Especially to ME, the nicest, most giving person in Cooke/Denton County...almost...ok, maybe not, but sounded good. Anyways, months later we are almost inseperable. This photo was taken Friday night before the concert. The video really sucks but it's all we could do.

Now onto the next subject. Our homeless neighbors... Last night Sarah and I were bored and decided to go back into the woods/pasture/heavy brush that is right outside our door (we are in the back of the apartments). Not to worry, we were armed with, well nothing. Always thinking on the side of safety. Now I realize why my mother was always so nervous when I was growing up. Not much changes, huh Momma? The first "site" we come upon you could see oil from when they cooked, an old pot, some scattered clothes and a little cooking stove of sorts. Then onto the second site. Well, this one was more of a habitat. There was a roof which you can kinda see in the video. I wouldn't get real close because we heard movement and was somewhat frieghtened. But this place was positioned back up in some really thick brush and had an entryway. We wanted to check it out but common sense told us, not right now. Today, common sense not being as good as yesterday, we will revisit the site and take reinforcements (Candra) and because that might not be enough we will have our cell phones as weapons/protection. We really need to get a life huh? This is so Blairwitch Project-like.

Jeezy

2006-08-23T10:47:00.000-07:00

Hey, has anyone fed Jeezy? Just thought I'd ask.... as for anything else, refer to Sarah's blog. And as usual, a video for your listening pleasure...hey...somebody go feed the dog!

"It's Just a Game..."

2006-08-22T06:24:00.000-07:00

I was told last night, "It's just a game, and not even a real one at that". Well my first comment to that is, DON'T EVEN TALK TO ME. Secondly, if there is a quarterback and at least one person to catch a ball, then it's a GAME. Next, lookin better than expected. Yes, it's still early to really see what will happen against a team that has dept. But, I am hopeful like previous years. I feel like this will be a GREAT season. As most know I am not the biggest of Bledsoe fans, but he looked clean, crisp and ready. REFRESHING!! No drama, no bitching, hey...not even injured. T.O. at some point needs to suck it up and play ball, with NO drama, NO bitching and healthy. The nicest thing about this blog is that I get to say what I want about who I want and I can control what everyone says...mmmmmm, if I only had that control on some of the media coverage....Thanks Vivis for the pleasant game environment.

INTOCABLE

2006-08-21T06:26:00.000-07:00

INTOCABLE was simply awesome. It's amazing to me how this Grupo sounds better live than on cd. Maybe the visual helps. Needless to say they sounded great and looked even better. It was crowded, as expected, but I had the best time. Vivis, you should have been with me...

I am ready to see the Cowboys in action again tonight. They are shaping up I think and what's the freakin deal with TO. Is he holding out until regular season? Is he really that hurt? I want to give him the benefit of the doubt but now I am having doubts myself...

Here's a video in remembrance of the other "boys"...

BACK TO SCHOOL

2006-08-17T09:50:00.000-07:00

What has happened to the time? I watched my little girl/woman get into her car and go to her first day of her senior year this morning. My son, a junior. My baby baby Zan, a 7th grader. I am too young for all this and today, all I have is this picture in my mind of the kids singing "I'm Like a Bird". The kids sang that song every day for a longggggg time. I thought they'd never find a new one. They were so precious and Zan didn't know all the words so they would just make some up. My babies are almost grown and gone...what ever will I do with my time.... Candra, Crue and Zannie, I love you guys! You are my inspiration. Have a great year guys and LEARN SOMETHING!!

Football Wisdom...

2006-08-15T06:48:00.000-07:00

I love this time of year. Kiddos in school, everyone, everywhere is playing football. Life is right once again....

Vince always said the best things...but here's some variety...

"Some people think football is a matter of life and death. I don't like that attitude. I can assure them it is much more serious than that."
- Bill Shankly

"Gentleman, this is a football."
- Vince Lombardi

"Confidence is a very fragile thing."
Joe Montana

"Football incorporates the two worst elements of American society: violence punctuated by committee meetings."
George Will

"But I firmly believe that any man's finest hour, his greatest fulfillment of all he holds dear, is the moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle - victorious."
Vince Lombardi

"On game day all tailgates are banquet tables” - Miller sign

"It’s not the size of the dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog."
Archie Griffen, two-time Heisman winner

"What about football? Is it a sport or a concussion?"
Jim Murray, L.A. Times