Wishful Wed ....Glee

'I wish' .... I could be a GLEE character for an episode and it would definitely be Rachel!

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Ohhhhh Rachel, Rachel, Rachel!!

I normally don't like to pick the obvious favorite, and I am sure she will be a popular pick this week, but she is genuinely who I love to watch.

She is a perfectionist and convinced (on the show) that Glee is her ticket into stardom!  Rachel is the popular girl, dramatic, slightly uptight taking life quite seriously, and totally spunky.  And let's talk about her singing talent ...... totally INCREDIBLE and even more fun performer to watch, I think her character would be a hoot to play.

Also, she is back and forth with a hunk of a man, Finn!

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After watching the episode on Oprah where they highlighted Glee, I really liked Lea Michele that much more!  Her real life personality showed, and it was fun to see the cast performed live on Oprah.  It made me realize how amazing she and the rest of the singers are!!

What character would you be on Glee and why?

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Big day in the Smith house

I haven't shared my fear of cats with many people .....

but it has been out in the open this past month or so since I have been asked to CAT-SIT not once but 

TWICE!!!

I never grew up around cats.

I have a complete fear of cats (even kittens).

I assume cats will stare me down, pounce, and attack

Like this .....

My experience last month left me in a panic calling girlfriends to teach me how to call/find the cat that was completely MIA.  Then once I found the kitty, I was terrified hearing it cry under the bed and was scared to lift the dust ruffle because I thought it would kill me.  The kitty had a few tummy problems and was acting out, but it seems the the poor thang' was having separation anxiety from his mommy.  

This week, my girlfriend went to TX and convinced me Bella was less like a cat and more like a dog, so I told myself I could handle her.  WELL, tonight was a big night for me because Bella and I totally bonded.  I was less timid, and I think Bella caught that vibe.  Yay for not being so scared!!!!

AND, I cleaned out my first litter box in my entire life, haha!  

After Googling images for this lovely litter box above, 

I found a picture of this fancy box.

Gabe and I emailed our friends, Tyler and Channah, who LOVE cats and told them this was their early Christmas present from us.  We said we are going to buy several of these and fill them with cats at our place, and told them we will only let the cats out when they come over to visit so they will feel more comfortable.  

HAHAHAH!  We so funny :)

Wishful Wed Topic ....Glee

With GLEE being such a popular show these days

(AND my bro and sis-in-law's favorite show on TV) ....

This week's topic:

'I wish' .... I could be a GLEE character for an episode and it would be _____________!

Who would you want to be and why??

**Do't forget to email me any ideas for future topics :)  

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Sunday Funday

What better way to spend a 

gorgeous sunny 70 degree day in Seattle???  

My Sunday "Funday" happened to consist of the perfect mix:

the hubby, baseball, AND lots of sun!!!

We had amazing seats to see our Mariners and Gabe's favorite, the Detroit Tigers.  (he was born right outside Detroit!)

I have mixed feelings rooting for both teams :)

Sitting in the sun all day left me sleepy and snoozing on the way home.  What a lame date I am, hah!

LASTLY,

I will leave you with FUNNY observations at the game ....

1.  Third Base Coach with awkward capri looking baseball pants.  Someone needs to help him out!

2.  A father AND son reading during the game!!!!!!!!  You would think with 4th row seats, they would watch the game!

3.  Precious little kid with cotton candy residue on his mouth the entire game!!!  Who would have thought to give him a good wipe :)

4.  As we were leaving, this kid caught my eye.  Hmmm, what an excellent idea to wear his little league jersey, baseball pants, cleats, and more to the game.  Why not, right! 

GREAT people watching .....

Inspiration

I will leave you with this ...

Talk about inspirational.  Should we all sign up for yoga STAT?!

One problem:

I am not a yoga "kinda girl "since it is too slow paced for me!  BUT, after seeing this photo I am really uber impressed.  I took Bikram Yoga for a month or so and found that a 90 minute classes with a room at 105 degrees was amazing.  

Have you tried Hot Yoga?

I will stick to Crossfit since I love the results and feeling after finishing a workout ... My thoughts are, as long as you have some kind of regimen that works for you, then stick with it!

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Wishful Wed ....Charity

'I wish' .... I had never-ending funds to donate to a charity and it would be the Mt. Dora Children's Home!

This holds a very special place in my heart because my great-grandparents had such a big role in making this place possible.  

This was way before I was born, but my Pa Pa had a debilitating stroke in the early 70's, and Memaw thought it would be best to move from Oklahoma to Orlando for the winter to be in a warmer climate.  They had extra time on their hands since they were retired and got involved with the Christian Home and Bible School through their local Church of Christ church.  

My great grandparents had a strong desire to help these boys and girls who came from troubled pasts, and God opening the door to this venue as a way to impact the lives of others.  My understanding is that Mr. Dora Christan Homes was started to find homes through adoption and foster care for sweet kiddos.  Then, my Memaw felt like the girls needed a place that they could live and be taught how to be raised as Godly women and funded "The Lugar Cottage!" and it was named after them.  My great grandmother thought it was essential for these young children to know what a healthy home is like and thought an environment like this would change their outlook on life.  And indeed, they grew up there as children should .... nurtured and safe.  

Mt. Dora Christian Homes has three inviting and loving homes, and each home has houseparents who live with their family and most often 8-10 additional children.  The staff is dedicated to promote their individual talents and provide the parental love and attention these children crave.  Also, the program maintains a network with Christian families in the area,  which allows them to offer every child a "home" through adoption and/or foster care if there isn't a space in residential care.  This year they are building an additional fourth home, which is the first new home for children to be built on campus in twenty-three years !!!!

Pa Pa lived to 97, and Memaw lived to 102.  

They were inspirational Christian examples, 

and I would love to carry on with the Lugar name!! 

NOW, this is where I get to share the most exciting thing about it all.  Right after meeting Gabe, it came up in passing that his mom was an elementary school principle at a Christian school outside Orlando.  Then, I heard Gabe mention a month later that the school was MT. DORA SCHOOL, and I almost died.  Of all schools in the entire country, Gabe's mom was the principle of the school association with Mt. Dora Christian Home and Bible School, which was on the same property as our "Lugar Cottage!!!"  Not many words can express what was going through my head, but it was just a God thing! :)

I was able to go visit the home that has raised hundreds of kids thanks to my great grandparents all because of my mother-in-law making it possible while I was visiting the family in Orlando.  I cannot express the joy as I walked up to the home ..... it was an emotional experience that left me speechless and in tears.

I would love to be able to continue where my great grandparents left off and donate to this place!!

What charity or cause would you choose to donate to?

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