Nosy little bugger

Harley was pretty much raised in my car and has gone to work with me (I am in outside sales) a good portion of her life.  She has such a itsy bitsy bladder, so it's much easier to be able to let her out during the day.  She won't have an accident in my car, BUT she will in her kennel which means she is obviously confused.

Anyways, I use to think it was really cute when she would paw at the water bottle in my cup holder over and over again. See, she is smart after all ... And I say that with a grain of salt considering she doesn't know how to do one trick, but she can tell me when she's thirsty and demand water right that minute.  Whenever she does this, and it happens often, I pour some water (from her designated water bottle) in a lid just for her!!  Talk about service.

Well, now she will paw at anything that is in the cup holder thinking I will share with her. It gets annoying, haha!! Then, if there isn't anything for her to paw at, she will consistently paw at the car shift knob! Ohhh yes, until I give her water.

This was from our most recent car ride when this little munchkin thinks it's okay to try and drink Momma's coffee by biting the lid off!!

It all starts with a little sniff sniff ...

Then, casually investigates a way in ....

The gnawing on the lid begins ....

"Mommy, don't get mad at me, it didn't spill ...."

"Fine, I give up and will go back to my bed ...."

(voluntarily)

Wishful Wednesday ....YouthJob

'I wish' .... I could go back and spend one day working at a job from my youth, and it would be from 

The Gymnastics Place!

I cannot tell you HOW many countless Friday and Saturday nights were spent working Footloose Friday, also known as "Parents Night Out," from 7-11pm during my teen years.  It was the greatest job because I got to spend it in a fun environment with other girls my age who I took gymnastics with.  Plus, I got to work with all the big girls, like Zipper and Liz, and when I was a teen I of course aspired to be like them :)  Footloose Friday consisted of free time throughout the gym, pizza and a movie, arts and crafts, and then more gymnastics time.  From the trampoline to the pit, I was in heaven watching my station and making sure kids were safe.  

My job progressed into working Saturday's and assisting with the birthday parties, and then turned into both Saturday and Sundays and even running the parties.  Then, summer camps were added to the mix.  It was a blast, and I loved every bit of my SEVEN years there.  I finally gave my notice when I went off to college, and believe me ... it was a sad day. 

It was every little gymnastics dream (or mine at least) to be a coach and work Footloose Friday's at the gym.  I just called my mom to help remind me how long I worked at TGP (The Gymnastics Place in Dallas), and I started working there when I was 12!!!  Of course she still had the pay stubs from almost 15 years ago, which I love!  And, my dad, the Financial Planner, used me working at such a young age as a teaching tool to have a strong work ethic and save my money early on as a kiddo.

What job will you never forget, good or bad, and tell us why!!

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Tab or no Tab

My last grocery shopping experience was interesting:

I rarely ever just try something new without already tasting it before (boring I know), and I am slightly disappointed with my purchase. 

I was going back and forth in the isle of which cokes to get, and Tab caught my eye. I wasn't sure what it was, but it did look similar to the energy drink I have had before that was in a pink can and looked similar. I even asked the stock boy if it was an energy drink and/or if he had it before .... And he wasn't much help.

So, I splurged and got a lovely 12-pack, and Gabe laughed as I brought it in the door. That was my first "uh-oh" moment!! Well, I tried it and only drank half the can because it tasted like a generic brand or like Diet Rite to me .....

Now, who wants to come over and drink the other 11 cans?!?!

Wishful Wed Topic ....Youth Job

This week was inspired after watching today's Oprah......

It was "Celebrities Go Back To Their First Jobs,"

and oh was it sooo funny.

Brooke Burke and Paula Dean were just hysterical!!!!!

This week's topic:

'I wish' .... I could go back and spend one day working at a job from my youth, and it would be ______!

What was one of the earliest jobs you worked when you were a teenage that you'll never forget for one reason or another!!

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Dogs galore

Today was just gorgeous in Seattle, so after church we thought a little park/hike action would be a great way to spend part of the afternoon.  

We're dog-sitting our friends two pups while they are in Hawaii (so jealous), and let's just say our hands were full with four excited pups challenging the length of their leashes .... a whirlwind but super fun!

I only got a few stares as the crazy dog lady!

Let's just say these pups CRASHED and had a lazy rest of their Sunday :) Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!!!!

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Lots of reading to do

After a busy last couple of days, Hubby and I are spending our evening relaxing and reading about our new Kindle!!!  

I just got her all registered, and when I turn it on it says "Kelsey's Kindle!"  Gabe better keep his filthy paws off it, jk!  I have only gotten as far as reading the manual on the device, and the technology seems super fancy and easy to navigate.  Who would have thought electronic paper would have caught on like it did.  Who needs to go out on a Saturday night when you have a new toy to play with and good company

I can't wait to order my first book!!!

Do you have a Kindle 

and/or know any tricks for free books?!?

Earth Day

Since today was Earth Day, I am posting this to hold myself accountable to actually use one of the MANY reusable bags I have stacked on top of the refrigerator.  

They aren't doing me any favors sitting there, and I am going to attempt to find a "home" in my car so I can easily take them into the grocery store with me.  The problem is, my car is already full enough since my work office technically is my vehicle (to say the least).  Let's be honest, I don't have any other excuse and it's probably just laziness, so I will get to using em' :)

Do you use a reusable grocery bag and if so what's your strategy to actually USE it?!?!