tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post39880162544992056..comments2023-12-29T15:59:24.032-08:00Comments on Life, Unexpectedly: Week In Review - Ten Things Of Thankful (78)Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-400589223557774312014-12-16T13:31:36.196-08:002014-12-16T13:31:36.196-08:00I totally agree, Clark! Even though we've gone...I totally agree, Clark! Even though we've gone from semi-strangers to pretty good friends in no time. We have a lot of things in common, and they are so down-to-earth. We are always looking forward to spending time with them!<br /><br />The allegory of allergies. Interesting thing to ponder over..<br /><br />Enjoy your week, Clark!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-73966462371114999702014-12-16T02:33:03.101-08:002014-12-16T02:33:03.101-08:00#1 time among new(er) friends and (semi) stranger...#1 time among new(er) friends and (semi) strangers can be a special kind of fun when done as a family unit. good to hear that it is 'only' a cough and not an allegory*<br /><br />only 5 more days until WInter is over!!<br /><br />* spellchek believes that this is the best word for this part of the comment and at first, I was all, 'what the hell!!' and then I re-read it…. and I kinda like the sound of the (sentence-ette? phrase? depend-clause?)clarkhttp://wakefielddoctrine.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-84743201104424037692014-12-15T13:40:24.015-08:002014-12-15T13:40:24.015-08:00It's great so far, Janine! I have a brand-new...It's great so far, Janine! I have a brand-new, sparkly dryer standing in my laundry room, waiting to be put to work tomorrow. Darn, I'm excited :-) The girls are doing better, luckily. Lily's completely recovered. Violet's still coughing and we may have to go back to the pediatrician next week if she's not well by the end of the week, but her cough has gotten a little better, too!<br /><br />Have the best week, my friend!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-16517457409661773142014-12-15T13:38:25.855-08:002014-12-15T13:38:25.855-08:00I totally agree, Lisa! Time is something that cann...I totally agree, Lisa! Time is something that cannot be bought with money and especially something we never get back. Yes, we did hope that Richard would find a job and work while I'm home, but reality opened different doors for us. He's now studying online on the GI Bill, which means income for the family (not as much as we hoped for if we worked, but still a good income), much time together, and eventually he'll have a degree that will open so many doors for him here! We couldn't have asked for anything better!<br /><br />Have a wonderful week, Lisa & family :-)Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-36923545216386426662014-12-15T13:34:52.835-08:002014-12-15T13:34:52.835-08:00I so will, Kristi!! Thanks a lot, and have a great...I so will, Kristi!! Thanks a lot, and have a great week!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-75140344113472032682014-12-15T13:34:26.825-08:002014-12-15T13:34:26.825-08:00I don't know this show, but the hony cakes are...I don't know this show, but the hony cakes are indeed very yummie!<br /><br />The new dryer is standing sparkly and new in our laundry room, and I can't wait to put in a load of laundry first thing tomorrow morning. Especially since I haven't done laundry since Thursday or so!<br /><br />Have a great new week, Brittnei!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-40570789889204437142014-12-15T13:32:56.023-08:002014-12-15T13:32:56.023-08:00Thanks so much, Linda! I'll gladly share the ...Thanks so much, Linda! I'll gladly share the recipe, if you're interested! It's not too difficult!<br /><br />I know how lucky I am to get this new dryer. But the old one has become a fire hazard and a danger for our family and home.<br /><br />Have a very happy holiday yourself, Linda! And thank you for stopping by!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-35744705758692001892014-12-15T13:30:29.861-08:002014-12-15T13:30:29.861-08:00I know! I felt so pathetic saying "a new drye...I know! I felt so pathetic saying "a new dryer" when Richard asked me what I wanted for the holidays. And that I am now so excited to put in a load of laundry first thing tomorrow :-)<br /><br />Lily's fine again, Violet's still coughing but it's getting better. I may go back to the pediatrician next Monday should she not be mostly cough-free by then though.<br /><br />I say Richard is so much better taking care of me than me of him. I have to admit, I tend to forget about him sometimes in the chaos of daily life. He buys me chocolates and hides them under my pillow way more often than I deserve. He buys me breakfast or lets me sleep in. He's the best!!<br /><br />Calvin was properly smooched, thanks so much, Auntie Dy! He had he best smiley face, I'll share as soon as I've put it on the computer!<br /><br />Have the best week, Dyanne!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-62115794955283049002014-12-15T13:24:50.854-08:002014-12-15T13:24:50.854-08:00The honey cakes are so yummie! I'm glad I'...The honey cakes are so yummie! I'm glad I've tried the recipe!<br /><br />I am really happy with Violet's school most of the time, especially all the charity they are involved with. Can't teach something like that early enough!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-4916235025097718152014-12-15T13:23:26.932-08:002014-12-15T13:23:26.932-08:00They definitely are! I love her even more after fi...They definitely are! I love her even more after finding out that we have the same favorite book. It's not a very known book, so it's rare that anyone knows it at all. She's read and re-read it numerous times, just like me :-)Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-83624919112764570272014-12-15T13:21:41.064-08:002014-12-15T13:21:41.064-08:00Isn't it?? It's standing there, nice and n...Isn't it?? It's standing there, nice and new, in our laundry, and I can't wait to do the first load tomorrow morning! Is that pathetic??Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-7974847794864108532014-12-15T13:17:55.925-08:002014-12-15T13:17:55.925-08:00Aww not even sure where to begin but so much wonde...Aww not even sure where to begin but so much wonderful things to be thankful for. I love that you were able to get together with friends. I also love Violet and Lily both are on the mend, as nothing is worse then having the kids sick. Also hoping that you had a great weekend and the week ahead too is a good one for you all ;)Janine Huldiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00226958154244023407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-56886327781461881962014-12-15T09:08:03.508-08:002014-12-15T09:08:03.508-08:00Hooray for good reports on those lovely children o...Hooray for good reports on those lovely children of yours!<br />I really loved your first paragraph, Stephanie. While we would never have asked for the Hub to lose his job two and a half years ago or to be out of work for so long, we did have some amazing opportunities during that time. He could be home for Kidzilla while I was working and that gave me some peace of mind about that. He could go to school without the pressure of also working full time. There are so many more...but it is good to recognize when we have those precious opportunities because like you said, not all families get them.<br />Have a great week!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-2988034977598330022014-12-15T06:56:58.590-08:002014-12-15T06:56:58.590-08:00I remember those half-brained days and sleepless n...I remember those half-brained days and sleepless nights! But you're right; they are worth it to have a sweet family. Glad your kids are feeling better. Enjoy your laundry day when that dryer arrives!Kristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14136276061114462192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-90480971874289330052014-12-14T23:11:57.161-08:002014-12-14T23:11:57.161-08:00Yay for your new dryer! So many great family thin...Yay for your new dryer! So many great family things to be thankful for this week! Honey cake reminds me of this episode that was on Peg plus cat on PBS that my son watches. Sounds so yummy! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-91358035629269764182014-12-14T22:24:39.043-08:002014-12-14T22:24:39.043-08:00Oh my goodness, when I got to number four I couldn...Oh my goodness, when I got to number four I couldn't quit thinking about the honey cakes. They do sound yummy. So yummy in fact, I sure wish I were your neighbor and could come over and have a bite.<br /><br />I want a new dryer. Lucky you. Happy Holidays.Out One Ear - Linda Atwellhttp://outoneear.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-68444524406174271952014-12-14T19:09:25.066-08:002014-12-14T19:09:25.066-08:00Your kids sound like so much fun! Poor Lily - noth...Your kids sound like so much fun! Poor Lily - nothing is worse than the stomach bug! Hopefully, Violet's cough will be better soon and everyone will be healthy! <br />My husband is SO much better at taking care of me than I am of him! <br />A new dryer! You know you're a grown up when you get excited by new appliances!<br />Have a wonderful week, Stephanie! Smoochies to Calvin!Dyanne @ I Want Backsieshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04946323852124525597noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-59513070104410915052014-12-14T16:36:42.159-08:002014-12-14T16:36:42.159-08:00So glad that Lily's better, and Violet's l...So glad that Lily's better, and Violet's learning about compassion at school. That's awesome. <br /><br />The honey cakes sound gorgeous :)Lizzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480448062269641320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-53620332193323844022014-12-14T16:22:56.596-08:002014-12-14T16:22:56.596-08:00New friends are the best! :)New friends are the best! :)Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01092211937888152360noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-25549234410701476072014-12-14T15:54:58.249-08:002014-12-14T15:54:58.249-08:00Oh my....New dryer...That is a big big big!!!!! Oh my....New dryer...That is a big big big!!!!! Chronicallysickmanicmotherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16790507508907064560noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-4206709559645566482014-12-14T12:42:10.069-08:002014-12-14T12:42:10.069-08:00Thanks so much, Bianca! The fun thing about this ...Thanks so much, Bianca! The fun thing about this friendship is that it started completely random by me buying something she'd advertized at a closed FB group. When I picked the item up, we started talking and hit it off right away. Then the husbands and the kids also liked each other, Jackpot! <br /><br />I hope you have a wonderful new week!Stephanie @ Life, Unexpectedlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11787379336749043051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3474956079411071497.post-17803355260047812752014-12-13T15:45:45.403-08:002014-12-13T15:45:45.403-08:00This post was all sorts of awesome. I am glad your...This post was all sorts of awesome. I am glad your daughter is feeling better & that her school is teaching them about giving. That's wonderful. Hooray for new friendships as well. Bianca @ Rant Rave Cravehttp://www.rantravecrave.com/wordpressnoreply@blogger.com