Mechanical Bull

I have never rode a mechanical bull but I'd say I would like to try. I would like to start a little slow and then move to the next step, still feeling in control and safe but a little faster. I would then choose to step it up a notch and request to give me a little more of a challenge. I would like to ride upon this metal beast with the skill and know how of a professional cowgirl. I wouldnt mind being thrown off a couple of times, it keeps you humble. The goal for me would be able to learn how to feel the sensation of working in harmony with this cold man-made animal and come to some sort of peace. A peace that only comes when a rider can accept that you only succeed when you learn to love the fall.

Mad Mom disease

My dilemma, I mean, my day, started something like this: Once upon a time....J.K.
Anyway, my nine year old son and my six year old daughter wanted to walk to school by themselves. I told them they were not ready to walk alone yet. I assured them both that I would let them walk alone...eventually.
My beloved elementrians have started a new school and are anxious for their new adventure minus the M.B..I and the M.I.A. (Mom's Bureau of Investigations and Mom's Intelligence Agency). Speaking of high profile clubs, I would like to proudly mention my independent, reliable and resourceful sixteen year old man-child who I believe has the ability to be successful in anything he chooses to accomplish. My first born and driving force can at times can act as though he is a P.O.W. At this point in time his dream is to be a part of the M.M.A. (Mixed Martial Arts) and for me to support his desire for this up and coming profession. As much as my son adores me, my confident and stocky adolescent may have even visualized the two of us going toe to toe and him being victorious in getting me to Tap Out.
As a mother, I have invested my heart and soul in my amazing children and I want to love and support them in their choices. I would like to say I have done my best to educate them on some of the different kinds of paths they will have to choose from. I would like to believe that I have a potpourri of experiences to lead them through safe waters. I am aware that my example, however, has not always stood up to my own strict standards.
At this juncture in time I would like more peace about these short, independent walks from our home to their school or their bouts of wrestling. Unfortunately, I cannot predict the future or afford the secret service to follow them the rest of their lives.
This is when I have to let go and let God. It is a lot easier said than done.

Peace.

Life's a beach!

Love is water, family and sandcastles!
I look like I'm having a great time. The castle is totally amazing! The boat in the back is being restored as we speak! It is going to be as it once was. How cool is that! That boat has given us all a lot of great memories. I remember grandpa putting me on his shoulders as he water skied! How crazy is that? I was little! He had no mercy! Good times.... Good times.

God bless!

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What is a Daddy's Girl Anyway?

I created this blog for my dad's side of my family. The G side. They are a huge part of who I am. My life would not be whole if they did not exist. I am a G*****L! (I'm trying to keep the name private on purpose, in case you haven't caught on yet.)

I wasn't able to be a daddy's girl for very long and that is how I arrived at the title of my blog.

My daughter is a huge Daddy's Girl. I, oftentimes, find myself questioning my motherhood when our daughter runs to her dad first rather than to me, her mother. The one who gave birth to her, the one who carried her for 9 whole months! The same woman who prayed for a girl, therefore, completing the circle after having two wonderful boys.
Instead of feeling sorry for myself, I decided to recall my childhood memories of how I felt about my dad. It helped me remember that I didn't love my dad more and my mom less, just differently. I find the dynamics of father/daughter relationships very interesting. I have little experience in having my dad around to protect me and set the example of what kind of man I would want to have in my life. I see now, that I have an opportunity to watch my husband to protect and be that example for our daughter.

I will be posting family pictures as often as I can, please email pictures you would like me to add.