Kari's Life

Rambling

2009-10-15T13:06:00.000-07:00

Not much going on at the moment. I'm in Llano for a few days visiting an old friend. I'm still waiting for her to get off work. Things have been hectic at work, but looks promising so far. I just keep my fingers crossed that my job holds out. There is talk of me going to Tulsa for new computer software training for the equipment department sometime in December. I hope they don't change their minds and send someone down here instead. I've been wanting to go to Tulsa to meet the people I talk to everyday and see the corporate office.

Vernon got a job last week in Keller hauling liquid feed. He hasn't decided if he likes it or not, but it's a job and that is all that matters right now. He's talking of taking another long haul job (intrastate trucking) eventually where he would be gone most of the week but guaranteed home on weekends. I don't know how I like that, but if it is what he wants to do I will support him.

Rylan is growing like a weed. He's almost 17 months now. Where does the time go? I know that question gets asked a lot, but I don't think anyone has ever really answered it. LOL

Holidays are around the corner and I'm sooooooooo not ready to even start thinking about them. But, I guess I better start soon because I hate rushing at the last minute and not being prepared. I like to plan ahead when I can for everything. It can be annoying for some people I am sure. But, that's just me.

Rambling

2009-09-30T07:56:00.000-07:00

Well, the weather is changing and it looks like the flu may be attacking at home. Rita is sick, last night chills, this morning fever. The grandson will probably be in our bed tonight. At least tomorrow we will be leaving town heading to Duncan, OK for a long weekend at a ranch rodeo. I don't want the baby to get sick. Otherwise, it just seems allergies are affecting everyone with this change of season. My eyes and head have hurt for days.... I'll take allergies over the flu anyday!

Work has been hectic the last couple of weeks. We've been short-staffed and end-of-month duties are taking its toll on me. There is so much I haven't done in a long time and I've almost forgot how. Even with the extra duties, it's good for me to get a refresher in learning everything again. That is the joy of working in many different departments since I have been with this company. I just hope it can hold out. I don't need to be unemployeed right now. I hope Vernon can find work soon. It's looking pretty rough out there.

My new motto to live by: Que Sera, Sera!

Time and Play

2009-09-26T11:14:00.001-07:00

Where does the time seem to go? I can't believe October is almost here and before you know it, it will be Christmas time. I'm so not ready to even start thinking about Christmas. October will be a busy month with trips planned for just about every weekend. I'm sure I'll blink and the month will be gone.

Vernon was laid off his job the other day, but seems a bit happy and not the least bit worried. I hope he finds something soon. In the meantime, he's enjoying his first long weekend in years. Him and Rylan are out on yet another ride on the 4-wheeler. Rylan would live on that thing... he falls asleep on it too. It's been a nice relaxing Saturday. I am wishing for Sunday to be just as peaceful. I'm sure there will be many more 4-wheelin runs before the weekend is over.

2009-09-05T11:01:00.000-07:00

Okay... so, I know I said I was going to update my blog today and try to become more faithful with my postings... however.....

As I sit down to start updating, my cute, adorable, rotten, little grandson comes up to and is soaking wet from head to toe and missing one shoe. I get up to see what he had gotten into - in less than three minutes mind you - and I see a mess in Rita's bathroom. There was a green rubber ducky and a soaking wet wash cloth in the floor by the toilet; water all over the seat and luckily nothing left in the bowl. By looking at him, you would think that he went swimming in it. Just this morning when I was getting ready to go to town, I catch Rylan in my bathroom with the toilet paper all unrolled and he has the end of it at the toilet. He turns to look at me and what do I see? A soppy wet end of toilet paper in his mouth. Rylan was dipping it in the commode and sucking it off the paper!!!! Why doesn't he do this stuff when his mother is home???

I love him so much. He makes me laugh all the time. Everyday there is something new. So, I guess I better go keep an eye on him before he gets into the kitty litter or something new.

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2009-09-01T18:34:00.000-07:00

Okay... I see that it's been just about a year since I've been on here.... got real lazy really fast. Grandson and work seem to keep me busy. However, I am going to do my best to get into the habit of getting on here and updating more often.

Alot has been going on in my life this last year and things are starting to come together now. I've connected with old friends and it's been wonderful. Work is a scary thing right now with layoffs going on all around in the oil field industry.... we've lost over 300 employees this year. I keep hanging on. I enjoy my job and hope work picks back up soon.

My grandson, Rylan, is 16 months old now and an absolute joy. He keeps me going when I don't want to. Rita is doing alright trying to balance work, college and motherhood. Vernon is Vernon... keeps life interesting.

Anyway.... keep an eye out for me!

It's a start!

2008-09-10T15:29:00.000-07:00

Well, I finally got the courage to try setting up a blog page. I just couldn't stand it anymore. I try to read up on all the Mullins' blogs and it just makes me miss you all so much! Maybe by blogging too, we can keep in touch more.
Where do I begin?.... I have now hit the big 4-0 earlier this year, yet I still don't feel like I'm this old. I guess that's a good thing. I'll be celebrating 2 yrs with Flint Energy Services in Bridgeport, TX the end of this month. Vernon and I will also hit our 3rd anniversary on the 23rd of this month. Needless to say, we'll be spending the weekend before at the NHRA Drag Races in Ennis, TX like we do every year.

I'm a very, very proud grandma! Rita graduated this year and is now attending NCTC (North Central Texas College) in Bowie. She's wanting to become a Registered Nurse. She had her little boy, Rylan Taylor McMillin, on graduation day - May 30th. He's just a joy and spoiled to high heavens!
We're hoping to be heading to San Antonio for Christmas this year. It could change to Thanksgiving depending on my husbands work. I am hoping to see some old friends while there. I miss my little brother bunches!
The only other thing to say is that right now I am sure enjoying all this rain!!!!! I'm wishing I was snuggled up in bed with a good book right now, but need to start dinner instead.