Happy Birthday POPS!

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Doggie Disaster

I can not express how happy I am that today is Friday and less than two hours, I will be through with work. This weeks has been, in so many ways, RUFF! And I am glad it is almost over....Not sure what all is planned for this weekend, but we are getting together with the in-loves on Sunday to celebrate Mother's Day, Jerry's Birthday, and an early celebration for Libby's Birthday!!! We hope to take a drive up to the mountains for a family picnic, but not sure is the weather is going to allow it. Originally we were going to attempt Saturday which I am glad we pushed off a day, because for some odd reason, I have been procrastinating on finalizing the gifts. So I will need tonight and tomorrow to finish. I know what I need to get, it is just making myself go get it. Very unlike me, I usually have any gift bought, wrapped and ready to be given to that person in weeks ahead of time.

In other Gibson news, I came home last night to find out that we had a Doggie Disaster. I am glad that it was Charlie that came home first because I am not sure how I would have reacted. Apparently Bogey tried to get out of the gate and was not successful, except to have made the entrance way to our bedroom look like a bloody murder had taken place. He is now without three of his teeth. Charlie took a picture to show this disaster and I just could not believe it. I decided to not post the picture in fear of grossing anyone out. The blood was not only on the carpet but it made its way onto the curtains and on the couch. It was amazing to see the distance of where the blood splattered to. Charlie worked very hard to have it all cleaned up prior to my arrival and yes, I will be making plans here soon to have the carpet professionally clean. But in the meantime, I just don't know what to do about Bogey. Poor Bogey! I feel so bad for him. We have realized that he does not like to be confined. We have battled with, although not to this extreme, these issues before.

So why did he feel the need to try to chew his way out? Could this be "doggie" separation anxiety? I don't know but it is breaks my heart and is frustrating at the same time. Bogey is good dog and for the most part, always has been. We decided to shut all doors and make sure everything was picked up. I placed clothes basket and other things on the leather couches to insure he could not get on them. So just maybe he will do fine being able to roam most of the house and not destroy anything.

Does anyone else battle with this sort of thing with your dog? If so, how do you handle it? I am just hoping that with a little more freedom given and no gate in his way, our problem will be solved.

Hope everyone has a great weekend!!! And Happy Mother's Day to all the moms and mommies-to-be!!!!

A good night for tacos!

Silly me didn't realize that yesterday was Cinco de Mayo until I saw a comment made on Facebook. I mean, it's not like it is a holiday that I would normally celebrate or anything. But it is for sure a fun one and great excuse to eat tacos! Funny thing is, we had been talking about making plans to go out to dinner with another couple, whom we haven't hung out with in a long time. Tuesday night seemed to be the night we picked and we knew the place would be El Jalisco, a place where we use to go all the time. Needless to say, we knew it would be packed but nothing sounded better than some Mexican food. The wait ended up not being too bad and the food was delicious. It was great hanging out and catching up with our friends/neighbors, The Bryants. Lee and Melissa had just returned home from California, where they were living temporarily for Lee's job. However, receiving the news that they were EXPECTING, they decided they wanted to have the baby in the great State of South Carolina, their home! We are so thrilled for them and can't wait to meet their little boy in October!!!!

A Scarf for me?

How exciting it is to win a prize! A prize from the ever-so-sweet and creative Lindsay. She started a TV Hiatus week. Check it all out @ When a Duet Becomes a Trio. This is something that I wish I would attempt. When you have favorite shows, especially as many as I do, it is hard to turn it away and not watch them. I give her props for trying and I know she will succeed. She just might be that inspiration to turn off the tube myself.

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The prize I won was a beautiful scarf. Although I haven't seen it yet, I know it has to be gorgeous because Linds has fabulous taste. So I can't wait to receive it. I won this prize by making comments on her blog. You could win a prize too so go now and visit her blog!!!!

"The Adorable Trio"

(Linds, this post is not intended to be part of your TV Hiatus week contest #2, just wanted to brag on my win...LOL!!!!)

Could never go "Overboard"...

The weekend turned out to be really nice. Friday, after work, I headed over to my in-loves to meet my better halves. Of course I found my little man doing what he loves the most, playing "out-ide"..... It was brought up that Pops mentioned "Silverbay" and if you know me, I am always up for some seafood. Every time we go, I always eat way too many hush puppies and can't wait to dive right into a plate of (any kind) shrimp! And of course, I always eat way too much and feel yucky afterwards. But it is worth it!!!

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Saturday, GG and I drove to the Gaffney outlets where we joined my cousin-in-love, Lindsay and her mom for some fun shopping and lunch at The Cracker Barrel. We had a great time and tried not to go overboard with the shopping. I am "thinking" that Cohen might be set for summer clothes. Got some adorable clothes at a great price. You just can't beat a $1.99 or 50% off reduced price sales racks.

Clothes for Cohen was my main agenda for this shopping trip, however, I also ran across some other great items that I had to purchase. One thing Cohen will need come this fall, is a lunch box. Although I know you can get a lunch box anywhere, I had my mind set on one at Pottery Barn kids that would match his preschool backpack and have his name placed on it. But where I would have spent $19 plus cost of having it personalized and the shipping costs putting it around $30, I found one on sale and got it for $5.98. I just have to take it and have his name put on it. Hoping that it doesn't cost to much but I am sure it will come out under the one from online.

Something that I am just really excited about and know that it will go perfect in Cohen's big boy room, are these two sconces that look like car headlights. Since I haven't had any luck finding a decorative traffic light, I thought these would be cute hanging in his room. I passed on them the first time but during lunch, I decided to call "the" man that would have to install these sconces to see if he would even want to. He was OK with it and so I made the purchase. This has officially put me in the "I want to do it now" mood and I am ready to get started on his room. I was even able to find a cute night light that looks like a traffic light.

Sunday, we were bad and slept in. I hated that we missed Church but I think we all were just so tired and needed some extra sleep. We managed to get some things done around the house and I officially have all "my" clothes in either my closet, dresser or a container under the bed. Why do I think I need to have this much clothing? (lol). Later on, Cohen and I took a drive to see Grandma and Papa, who just arrived home from a trip to Georgia where my dad participated in a tennis match. We ended the night with some pizza and playtime "out-ide". The first weekend in May turned out to be really fun and cant wait to see what the rest of the month offers!

Weekend Randomness

I just cant believe the month of May is here and we are really close to summer time! Love this weather!!! And really looking forward to hanging out by the pool. Just maybe I will actually get and keep a nice tan all summer, unlike the past two where I remained my whitey self.....

• As I sit here watching the clock, I wish I was at home with my hubby. Today started his mandatory day off once a pay period, without pay. This was something Charlie was informed of a few weeks ago and is to last until the end of June, then it will be re-evaluated. We are just praying for the best outcome. We are very thankful that we both have jobs and are blessed in so many ways. So I know it is in God's control on what happens from this point.
• But with his day off, he and Pops have been busy. First a 45 minute drive to the dump to discard an old, and I mean, a very old chair. Afterwards, headed to the landscaper place to purchase a scoop of mulch. Cant believe that I am saying this, but I am excited about seeing the new mulch in our yard, now we just need flowers. Last I heard, they were working around the pool, getting it ready for some good use...
• I am excited about this weekend mainly because tomorrow morning Libby and I will be joining my sweet cuz-in-love, Lindsay and her mom, Cindy, at the Gaffney Outlets. Really looking forward to hanging out with these lovely ladies and do my best not to spend too much money!!!
• At some point, I really need to get some house cleaning done. BAD!!! There is stuff everywhere and not to mention the mopping, dusting and vacuuming that is calling my name. I just need more time in the day.
• It appears we have a sick puppy at home. Last night, I walked up on a surprise in our kitchen floor and let's just say "It was not pretty". I will spare you the details but it was gross. It happened again at 1:30 am and again at 3:30 am. Charlie and I were both hating it. And our stomachs were not going to be able to handle anymore so Charlie thought it would be best to let him remain outside until the morning. Poor Bogey, but hopefully it has passed.
• Need to finish getting together the Mother's Day gifts for our moms. I am really excited about them and just know they are going to love it!!!

So I hope I just didn't bore you with my randomness! I hope everyone has a great weekend and enjoys whatever it is you have planned!

Happy Birthday Uncle Mont!!!