Sunday, September 28, 2008
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Fuel has now been added to the fire!
If you're just tuning in, read the post below and then come back to this one.
Yes, I'm writing this from school. I'm very frustrated at this point. I just got off the phone with the manager at Heavenly Ham. I first asked him what time they closed. His response was 9:00. I then asked what time they stopped serving sandwiches. To that, he said usually around 8:30. I shared with him what happened last night and to my surprise...and disgust...he defended the worker and what she did. He said that most of the time the mall is dead from 8-9 so because of that and the increasing cost of the economy and running the place an extra hour, that they most certainly do start shutting down early. I explained to him how confusing that was to customers, because when a store's hours are posted, we expect to be able to be served up until then. He tried to make me understand the process they have to go through to get everything cleaned up and shut down, attempting to make me understand that's why they stop serving early. Now, am I wrong or isn't that process supposed to begin AFTER closing time? He again explained that if they haven't been busy then they wanted to go ahead and get things cleaned up so they could go home. Oh my word! I can't even believe it. I'm so thinking of calling the Heavenly Ham Headquarters (haha) or whatever they're called. Am I the only one that thinks this is just wrong? Maybe I should just tell my students this afternoon around 2:00 that they can leave if they want, because I have copies to make and plans to write. UGH!
Yes, I'm writing this from school. I'm very frustrated at this point. I just got off the phone with the manager at Heavenly Ham. I first asked him what time they closed. His response was 9:00. I then asked what time they stopped serving sandwiches. To that, he said usually around 8:30. I shared with him what happened last night and to my surprise...and disgust...he defended the worker and what she did. He said that most of the time the mall is dead from 8-9 so because of that and the increasing cost of the economy and running the place an extra hour, that they most certainly do start shutting down early. I explained to him how confusing that was to customers, because when a store's hours are posted, we expect to be able to be served up until then. He tried to make me understand the process they have to go through to get everything cleaned up and shut down, attempting to make me understand that's why they stop serving early. Now, am I wrong or isn't that process supposed to begin AFTER closing time? He again explained that if they haven't been busy then they wanted to go ahead and get things cleaned up so they could go home. Oh my word! I can't even believe it. I'm so thinking of calling the Heavenly Ham Headquarters (haha) or whatever they're called. Am I the only one that thinks this is just wrong? Maybe I should just tell my students this afternoon around 2:00 that they can leave if they want, because I have copies to make and plans to write. UGH!
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Not so Heavenly Ham
Eating lunch at 11 is way early, and waiting until 8:30 to eat dinner is way late. Needless to say, I was ready for dinner tonight! I planned today to go to use a gift certificate at Heavenly Ham after church. I thought it would be a somewhat healthy option, at least better than a greasy hamburger and french fries. So, off I go. I parked and walked up to the entrance outside the mall. Strange...it's only 8:25 and the door is locked. I walked inside the mall to go in that entrance. The big chain linked "door" (no idea what those are called) was a little less than halfway down. I walked in anyway and asked the girl so diligently scrubbing the counters if they were closed. She said no, but they stop serving sandwiches at 8 or 8:15. Now, aren't sandwiches the only thing they serve at Heavenly Ham? Last time I checked that was true. Umm, all the chairs are already up on the tables so if I wanted to go in and sit down for some reason I couldn't do that. SO WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE THEY DOING STILL OPEN?? UGHHHHHHHHHHHH! This is a huge pet peeve of mine. If you say you're open until 9, stay open and serve people until then. If you're going to stop serving and all but shut down the place, lock the doors! I am most definitely annoyed. What did I do? I was oh so tempted to go get some greasy french fries, but no. I came home and had a oscar meyer ham sandwich with stale wheat bread...not the dinner I had in mind all day long.
I can't wait until opening time in the morning. Guess who's calling the manager??? I will get revenge...and maybe a free meal, too! :) I'll let you know what they say.
P.S. How 'bout these two posts in one week????
I can't wait until opening time in the morning. Guess who's calling the manager??? I will get revenge...and maybe a free meal, too! :) I'll let you know what they say.
P.S. How 'bout these two posts in one week????
Monday, September 22, 2008
What's a girl to do?
Choices, choices, choices.........Yesterday was "Pamper Yourself" day for Bridgett and me. Since we both got paid on Friday, we were searching for a way to treat ourselves (which I shouldn't have done but actually have yet to feel a bit of guilt about). We went to the mall and decided to get a manicure and pedicure...great decision. We both decided we wanted to choose a fall color, since summer is quickly coming to a close. Seriously- for two indecisive people like we are, how are we supposed to choose from all these colors? Besides, this wasn't even half of them! There's another section on the opposite wall! Finally, we made a decision..one in which we were both very happy with. The pedicure was great. Most of you know I hate feet: don't want to touch anyone's and don't want them to touch mine. However, I'll let it slide for a pedicure. It was so relaxing! We sat next to each other in the massage chair and between wanting to fall asleep and laughing at how much we DID NOT understand a word they were saying, we had a great time. I think we are enstating a monthly "Pamper Yourself" day. I'm excited.
Monday, September 15, 2008
Updates...
1. Thanks for your comments on my last post. I feel like I found clarity and peace on this subject. I know God is at work in my life and as long as I stay close to Him, his purposes and plans will prevail...no matter how specific they are.
2. My feet have continued to hurt. I finally broke down this weekend and paid way more money than I should have for a good pair of shoes. I bought some Merrells- which have been wonderful! They feel so great and my feet have felt much better since I started wearing them
3 I have gotten to keep sweet Macy Brooke twice so far. She's absolutely precious and I LOVE her to death, as I do all the rest of my precious kiddos. Here's a picture from the mini-shoot we had when I kept her. :)
4. Gavin Degraw is now on tour. Anyone remember my life list? Yeah, well going to one of his concerts is on there. The problem is, he is NOWHERE around here. Ugh- I so wish I had the money to fly somewhere to see him.
5. Haley- this is for you.
2. My feet have continued to hurt. I finally broke down this weekend and paid way more money than I should have for a good pair of shoes. I bought some Merrells- which have been wonderful! They feel so great and my feet have felt much better since I started wearing them
3 I have gotten to keep sweet Macy Brooke twice so far. She's absolutely precious and I LOVE her to death, as I do all the rest of my precious kiddos. Here's a picture from the mini-shoot we had when I kept her. :)
4. Gavin Degraw is now on tour. Anyone remember my life list? Yeah, well going to one of his concerts is on there. The problem is, he is NOWHERE around here. Ugh- I so wish I had the money to fly somewhere to see him.
5. Haley- this is for you.
Monday, September 08, 2008
God's plan....
Alright, I've been thinking about this a good bit lately. After reading The Shack, which I strongly urge everyone to do, my thoughts have somewhat changed and I am now questioning how I really feel about the following.
I used to think that every single thing in life happened for a reason. I believed that God had a purpose behind every decision, every action, every word. I thought that His plan for me, for us, was very specific and that as long as we stayed close to Him, He worked through us to carry out His will...a very specific will. I still believe this to a certain extent. However, I'm now thinking more about our own free will and our ability to choose. I definitely still think God is in ultimate control and can use any situation for His own purpose. But, I'm wondering if His plan for us is way more broad than I once thought it was. I don't know anymore if every single thing happens for a reason. I don't know if every decision I make is the one God wants me to. I believe that many times, God says that He'll bless us either way if we follow Him. I'm stuck somewhere in the middle here.
Honestly, I want to believe that God is in control of every little aspect of my life. I want to believe that He won't allow me to make the wrong choice or mess things up. I just don't think that's the case, though. Wouldn't we be like robots if life were like that? I think God trusts us to make our own choices and although He knows which ones he wants us to make, we may not always. A part in The Shack that I love says, "...Your choices are also not stronger than my purposes, and I will use every choice you make for the ultimate good and the most loving outcome." I LOVE that statement.
Bottom line- I'm just scared for God to give me too much responsibility. I'm scared that I won't do something I'm supposed to do to carry out that plan He has for me. Or, I'm scared that I will do something to keep myself from living the plan He has for me. I know He is perfect, He loves me, and He is in control. I guess I just doubt myself.
I hope this makes at least a little bit of sense. I was reluctant to even write on this because things seem so jumbled up in my head. While I'm somewhat confused about this issue, one thing I know for sure is that God is faithful and He will never, ever leave us! I find so much comfort in that, especially lately.
I used to think that every single thing in life happened for a reason. I believed that God had a purpose behind every decision, every action, every word. I thought that His plan for me, for us, was very specific and that as long as we stayed close to Him, He worked through us to carry out His will...a very specific will. I still believe this to a certain extent. However, I'm now thinking more about our own free will and our ability to choose. I definitely still think God is in ultimate control and can use any situation for His own purpose. But, I'm wondering if His plan for us is way more broad than I once thought it was. I don't know anymore if every single thing happens for a reason. I don't know if every decision I make is the one God wants me to. I believe that many times, God says that He'll bless us either way if we follow Him. I'm stuck somewhere in the middle here.
Honestly, I want to believe that God is in control of every little aspect of my life. I want to believe that He won't allow me to make the wrong choice or mess things up. I just don't think that's the case, though. Wouldn't we be like robots if life were like that? I think God trusts us to make our own choices and although He knows which ones he wants us to make, we may not always. A part in The Shack that I love says, "...Your choices are also not stronger than my purposes, and I will use every choice you make for the ultimate good and the most loving outcome." I LOVE that statement.
Bottom line- I'm just scared for God to give me too much responsibility. I'm scared that I won't do something I'm supposed to do to carry out that plan He has for me. Or, I'm scared that I will do something to keep myself from living the plan He has for me. I know He is perfect, He loves me, and He is in control. I guess I just doubt myself.
I hope this makes at least a little bit of sense. I was reluctant to even write on this because things seem so jumbled up in my head. While I'm somewhat confused about this issue, one thing I know for sure is that God is faithful and He will never, ever leave us! I find so much comfort in that, especially lately.
Thursday, September 04, 2008
Help!!!
Okay, either someone is playing a big joke on me, or since turning 32 I'm seriously starting to fall apart. MY FEET ARE KILLING ME!!!! I have no idea what has happened. Honestly, I think it's a combination of being on my feet all day and wearing cheap, Target flip flops with no support. When I wake up in the mornings, it hurts to walk. Both feet are sore, mostly the balls of my feet. It hurts all the way up to my knees. Any suggestions? I DON'T want to go spend a fortune at the doctor. I keep hoping it will go away. I've even been wearing some big, fluffy slippers to teach in lately. Could my arches have fallen? Do I need to purchase some old woman naturalizers or those plain white nursing home shoes? I think that's what it's coming to. Comments or helpful hints would be appreciated here.
P.S. On a side note, today we were discussing the presidential candidates and what my fourth graders thought about a woman possibly becoming the vice-president of the United States. Several were for it, several were against it. When I asked why, a little boy said, "If a woman becomes vice-president, then she might want to turn everything in the country pink and make men wear lipstick." He definitely made me laugh. Kids truly do say the funniest things!
P.S. On a side note, today we were discussing the presidential candidates and what my fourth graders thought about a woman possibly becoming the vice-president of the United States. Several were for it, several were against it. When I asked why, a little boy said, "If a woman becomes vice-president, then she might want to turn everything in the country pink and make men wear lipstick." He definitely made me laugh. Kids truly do say the funniest things!
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