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    September 12

    Someone finally speaks the truth!

    It is important for those of all faiths to recognize these Four Religious Truths:


    1.  Muslims do not recognize Jews as God's chosen people.


    2.  Jews do not recognize Jesus as the Messiah.


    3.  Protestants do not recognize the Pope as the leader of the Christian world.


    4.  Baptists do not recognize each other at Hooters.
    September 01

    Stutter

    I got a good laugh out of this, hopefully you will too.
     
    A teacher is explaining biology to her 4th grade students. "Human beings are the only animals that stutter", she says. A little girl raises her hand. "I had a kitty-cat who stuttered", she volunteered. The teacher, knowing how precious some of these stories could become, asked the girl to describe the incident. "Well", she began, "I was in the back yard with my little kitty cat and the rottweiler who lives next door got a running start and before we knew it, he jumped over the fence into our yard! "That must've been scary", said the teacher. "It sure was", said the little girl. "My kitty went 'Fffff, Fffff, Fffff'... And before he could say 'Fuck,' the rottweiler ate him!"
    June 17

    Rules on Drunk Dialing

     
    Rules of Drunk Dialing:

    1. Only drunk dial when you are drunk. Everything else is false advertisement.

    2.  It is okay to call someone 27 times in one night. If you don't remember it, it didn't happen.

    3.  If you are going to drunk dial a family member, say something nice. Ex. "Mom, I'm in McDonald's and they're playing our song. I love you!"

    4.  Dirty talk while drunk dialing is always preferred. Who doesn't want to hear your best raspy, phone sex voice at 3 in the A.M. asking to bend them over something.

    5.  Voicemails are always better. This way your friend can let their friends have fun at your expense for days, even weeks to come.

    6.  Drunk texting is alright... If you are prepared to read what you wrote the next day when you are sober.
    OUCH!

    7.  It is definitely a good idea to call all of your exes and remind them that you were the best lover they've ever had and everything they know, they learned from you. This way you can sleep well at night.

    8.  You can also call this same ex and let him know, that you know, that he still loves you. Then explain to him that I would still love me too!

    9.  If you are a frequent dialer, never get mad if someone dials you. Be happy they thought of you in this special time.

    10.  It is always a good idea to sing on someone's answering machine or voicemail. Especially a show tune.

    11.  Drunk dialing should be fun and light hearted or dirty and sex crazed... Never angry.

    12.  Most likely you will never drunk dial your best friends. They are usually the ones taking your phone away and reminding you that "you have a problem".

    13.  If you deleted a number sober, it was probably for a good reason. Do not try to retrieve this number. Nothing good can come from it.

    14.  Always call someone you know. Finding random numbers in phone books is bad and usually leads to angry dialing.

    15.  If your cell phone dies, remember everything happens for a reason. Never borrow a friend's phone to do your dialing.

    16.  Drunk dialing to foreign country is usually too costly to be a good idea. But if you feel like if you don't call this person you'll just die, break rule 15 and use a friend's phone.

    17.  Drunk dialing may lead to drunk muffin stuffing.... Be prepared.

    18.  When dialing remember that "hanging out" at 3 in the A.M. usually doesn't involve cards it's probably going to be more like cheap lube and handcuffs. So be prepared when you really do want to play X-box when you're drunk... "You want me to do what with your box? Play with it?"

    19.  Don't drunk dial in the pool, tub, or rainstorm. It only ends up with you blow drying your phone when your far to drunk to be using electronics and you wont be able to drunk dial anymore that night.

    20.  Never, I repeat, never drunk dial your boss, preacher-grandpa, or friend's parents. If you are that hard up to call someone, there is an 800 number on Budweiser boxes. The person on the other line always sounds cute, plus I think they are used to drunk dialers.
    June 08

    Lesson of the day

      Keep all pens away from your homework when you're away.  Never leave your homework where your 2 1/2 yr old has access to it.
    May 27

    Memorial Day

     

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     Freedom Wall

     

    Military Code of Conduct

     

    Article I:  I am an American, fighting in the armed forces which guard my country and our way of life.  I am prepared to give my life in their defense.

    Article II:  I will never surrender of my own free will.  If in command I will never surrender the members of my command while they still have the means to resist.

    Article III:  If I am captured, I will continue to resist by all means available.  I will make every effort to escape and aid others to escape.  I will accept neither parole nor special favors from the enemy.

    Article IV:  If I become a prisoner of war, I will keep faith with my fellow prisoners.  I will give no information nor take part in any action which might be harmful to my comrades.  If I am senior, I will take command.  If not, I will obey the lawful orders of those appointed over me and will back them up in every way.

    Article V:  When questioned, should I become a prisoner of war, I am required to give name, rank, service, number, and date of birth.  I will evade answering further questions to the utmost of my ability.  I will make no oral or written statements disloyal to my country and its allies or harmful to their cause.

    Article VI:  I will never forget that I am an American, responsible for my actions, and dedicated to the principles which made my country free.  I will trust in my God and in the United States of America.

     

    Thank you for giving me my freedom.  

    Thank you for giving up your life so I can live mine.  

    You will forever be in my heart. You will never be forgotten.

     

     

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    May 19

    Quotes

    Ok, I don't normally put stuff up like this but I found this really funny.  Hopefully yall do too!
     
     
    It was the first day of school and a new student named Pedro  Martinez, the son of a Mexican restaurateur, entered the fourth grade.
    The teacher said, "Let's begin by reviewing some American history.
    "Who said 'Give me Liberty, or give me Death?' " She saw a sea of blank faces, except for Pedro, who had his hand up.
    "Patrick Henry, 1775."
    "Very good!" apprised the teacher. "Now, who said,
    "Government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth?"
    Again, no response except from Pedro: "Abraham Lincoln, 1863."
    The teacher snapped at the class, "Class, you should be ashamed! Pedro, who is new to our country, knows more about its history than you do!"
    She heard a loud whisper: "Screw the Mexicans!" "Who said that?" she demanded.
    Pedro put his hand up. "Jim Bowie, 1836."
    At that point, a student in the back said, "I'm gonna puke." The teacher glared and asked, "All right! Now, who said that?"
    Again, Pedro answered, "George Bush to the Japanese Prime Minister, 1991."
    Now furious, another student yelled, "Oh yeah? Suck this!"
    Pedro jumped out of his chair waving his hand and shouting to the teacher, "Bill Clinton to Monica Lewinsky, 1997!"
    Now, with almost a mob hysteria, teacher said, "You little shit. If you say anything else, I'll kill you!"
    Pedro frantically yelled at the top of his voice, "Gary Condit to Chandra Levy, 2001." 0
    The teacher fainted, and as the class gathered around her on the floor, someone said, "Oh shit, we're in BIG trouble now!"
    Pedro whispered, "Saddam Hussein, 2003."
    Finally someone throws an eraser at Pedro, someone shouted "Duck"! Teacher, just waking, asked "Who said that? Pedro blurts, "Dick Cheney 2006!"
    May 10

    There's no denying it

     

    It's a BOY!!!

    I haven't seen Bodi glow this much since...well... I'll get back to you on that!

     

     

    May 08

    I think we can all relate to this...

    On a TransAtlantic flight, a plane passes through a severe storm. The turbulence is awful, and things go from bad to worse when one wing is struck by lightning. One woman in particular loses it.
    Screaming, she stands up in the front of the plane.  "I'm too young to die," she wails.  Then she yells, "Well, if I'm going to die, I want my last minutes on earth to be memorable! Is there anyone on this plane who can make me feel like a WOMAN?"
     
    For a moment there is silence. Everyone has forgotten their own peril. They all stare, riveted, at the desperate woman in the front of the plane.
    Then a man from Texas stands up in the rear of the plane. He is handsome: tall, well built, with dark brown hair and hazel eyes. He starts to walk slowly up the aisle, unbuttoning his shirt.
    One button at a time...
    No one moves...
    He removes his shirt...
    Muscles ripple across his chest...
    She gasps... 

    He moves in close and whispers "Iron this, then get me a beer."
    May 02

    Why?

    Why do kids find it essential to their survival to go through the house turning on ALL of the lights in the middle of the day?!?
    April 20

    About me

    TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF - The Survey
    Name: Eija but it's not pronounced the way it looks
    Birthday: Every year in the spring
    Birthplace: Hospital
    Current Location: In front of my computer
    Eye Color: Blue
    Hair Color: Blonde
    Height: 5'7''
    Right Handed or Left Handed: Are we talking about writing or something else?
    Your Heritage: Swedish, Finnish, Scottish, Czech to name a few
    The Shoes You Wore Today: It's 11 am and I haven't even gotten dressed for the day
    Your Weakness: Truthfully or what everyone wants to hear?
    Your Fears: Losing my babygirl
    Your Perfect Pizza: I'm pregnant and in Italy, you have to ask me that? All pizza is perfect
    Goal You Would Like To Achieve This Year: Get this kid outta me
    Your Most Overused Phrase On an instant messenger: Depends on if I'm really interested in what you have to say
    Thoughts First Waking Up: Fuck, it was only a dream
    Your Best Physical Feature: My hair
    Your Bedtime: Sometime around 9:30 - 10pm
    Your Most Missed Memory: Coming up with crazy things to make in the yard with my siblings i.e. rollercoaster out of old style produce boxes and crisco
    Pepsi or Coke: Right now I'm forbidden to drink either although I'll take both
    MacDonalds or Burger King: Both please, and could you deliver it?
    Single or Group Dates: I'm married, group dates with our 2 yr old is all I get
    Lipton Ice Tea or Nestea: Lipton
    Chocolate or Vanilla: Both, and put some whipped cream, hot fudge, strawberry toppings, and sprinkles on it please!
    Cappuccino or Coffee: Isn't it the same thing? One's just stronger than the other...either way the doc says only decaf
    Do you Smoke: No, ask me again once this kid pops out.
    Do you Swear: I'm a lady and ladies never fucking swear
    Do you Sing: Like a dying cat
    Do you Shower Daily: Depends on what you consider daily
    Have you Been in Love: How do you think I got tricked into marriage and kids?
    Do you want to go to College: You paying?
    Do you want to get Married: Since I'm married I can honestly say no, I don't want to get married
    Do you belive in yourself: I believe that I am right. Period.
    Do you get Motion Sickness: Depends on who's driving
    Do you think you are Attractive: When I'm not knocked up, yes
    Are you a Health Freak: Nope
    Do you get along with your Parents: On the few occasions that I see them...sometimes. My mom's kind of hard headed and I'm a daddy's girl.
    Do you like Thunderstorms: What am I doing during that said thunderstorm?
    Do you play an Instrument: Not anymore
    In the past month have you Drank Alcohol: No, damn kids
    In the past month have you Smoked: See previous answer
    In the past month have you been on Drugs: I don't need drugs to get the high effect
    In the past month have you gone on a Date: Married people don't have time to date
    In the past month have you gone to a Mall: I don't think they have malls in Italy...could be wrong though. If I am, please refer to the question "Do you believe in yourself"
    In the past month have you eaten a box of Oreos: No, good idea
    In the past month have you eaten Sushi: No
    In the past month have you been on Stage: No again
    In the past month have you been Dumped: I wish...err...I mean, no.
    In the past month have you gone Skinny Dipping: With my big belly?
    In the past month have you Stolen Anything: You mean I have to pay?
    Ever been Drunk: I don't remember
    Ever been called a Tease: You make that word sound so dirty
    Ever been Beaten up: Once, I swear she was really a man
    Ever Shoplifted: and gotten caught?
    How do you want to Die: Without my knowledge
    What do you want to be when you Grow Up: Still haven't decided if I'm going to grow up yet
    What country would you most like to Visit: Can I pick more than one? Cause I don't really know if I want to visit until I've been there.
    In a Boy/Girl..
    Favourite Eye Color: Blue or green
    Favourite Hair Color: Brown
    Short or Long Hair: as long as it's clean and taken care of, I don't care
    Height: 6 foot or taller but it never works out that way
    Weight: More than me so I don't feel like a fat ass
    Best Clothing Style: You're asking the wrong person
    Number of Drugs I have taken: One, multipul times
    Number of CDs I own: I don't own anything anymore, it's all community property
    Number of Piercings: 9
    Number of Tattoos: 2
    Number of things in my Past I Regret: I don't regret my past, there are things and people there that make me want to be a better person tomorrow

    CREATE YOUR OWN! - or - GET PAID TO TAKE SURVEYS!

    Things I've learned

    Since moving, there's been a lot of changes going on over here so I've decided to compile a list of things I've learned.
     
    1.  It's very easy to get crayon marks off walls painted with water based paint, just keep a bucket of paint handy since it comes off along with the crayon marks.
     
    2.  When your two year old has been grounded from coloring, she'll become very inventive.  Colored building blocks always double as crayons on walls.
     
    3.  Two year olds don't have any modesty, the clothes come off in the backyard or the neighborhood park.
     
    4.  When potty training, tile floors are wayyyyyyyyy easier to clean than carpet.
     
    5.  Two year olds and cats don't get along very well.
     
    6.  Big wheels are great for two year olds, just remember the driveway leads to the street.
     
    7.  Flower gardens and two year olds don't mix.
     
    8.  When giving instructions to your "big helper", be sure you're VERY specific or you'll end up with a lot of broken things.
     
    9.  If you're planning on having kids, save time and break all of your nice and valuable things before the kids arrive...that way, you won't have to clean it up later.
     
    10.  It is impossible for two year olds to go to the bathroom on the toilet without first taking off shoes, socks, pants, underwear, and shirt completely.  No article of clothing must be touching any part of their skin, not even their big toe.
     
     
    April 14

    For the men

    I realize I put a lot of things on here bashing men (it's always so easy) so I thought I'd be fair and put one up about women.
     
    Yesterday, University scientists released the results of a recent analysis that revealed the presence of female hormones in beer. Men should take a concerned look at their beer consumption. The theory is that beer contains female hormones (hops contain phytoestrogens) and that by drinking enough beer, men turn into women.

    To test the theory, 100 men were fed 8 pints of beer each within a 1 hour period. It was then observed that 100% of the test subjects:-

    1) Gained weight.

    2) Talked excessively without making sense.

    3) Became overly emotional.

    4) Couldn't drive.

    5) Failed to think rationally.

    6) Argued over nothing.

    7) Had to sit down while urinating.

    8) Refused to apologize when obviously wrong.

    No further testing was considered necessary.
     
     

    Understanding men

    I thought I'd share this with all of you since I found it to be just about completely accurate...

     

    Because I'm a man, when I lock my keys in the car, I will fiddle with a coat hanger long after hypothermia has set in. Calling AAA is not an option. I will win.
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    Because I'm a man, when the car isn't running very well, I will pop the hood and stare at the engine as if I know what I'm looking at. If another man shows up, one of us will say to the other, "I used to be able to fix these things, but now with all these computers and everything, I wouldn't know where to start." We will then drink a couple of beers and break wind, as a form of holy communion.
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    Because I'm a man, when I catch a cold, I need someone to bring me soup and take care of me while I lie in bed and moan. You're a woman. You never get as sick as I do, so for you, this is no problem.
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    Because I'm a man, I can be relied upon to purchase basic groceries at the store, like milk or bread. I cannot be expected to find exotic items like "cumin" or "tofu." For all I know, these are the same thing.
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    Because I'm a man, when one of our appliances stops working, I will insist on taking it apart, despite evidence that this will just cost me twice as much once the repair person gets here and has to put it back together.
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    Because I'm a man, I must hold the television remote control in my hand while I watch TV. If the thing has been misplaced, I may miss a whole show looking for it.....though one time I was able to survive by holding a calculator.....(applies to engineers mainly).
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    Because I'm a man, there is no need to ask me what I'm thinking about. The true answer is always either sex, cars, sex, sports or sex. I have to make up something else when you ask, so don't ask.
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    Because I'm a man, I do not want to visit your mother, or have your mother come visit us, or talk to her when she calls, or think about her any more than I have to. Whatever you got her for Mother's Day is okay; I don't need to see it. And don't forget to pick up something for my mother, too.
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    Because I'm a man, you don't have to ask me if I liked the movie. Chances are, if you're crying at the end of it, I didn't....and if you are feeling amorous afterwards....then I will certainly at least remember the name and recommend it to others.
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    Because I'm a man, I think what you're wearing is fine. I thought what you were wearing five minutes ago was fine, too. Either pair of shoes is fine. With the belt or without it, looks fine. Your hair is fine. You look fine. Can we just go now?
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    Because I'm a man, and this is, after all, the year 2006, I will share equally in the housework. You just do the laundry, the cooking, the cleaning, the vacuuming, and the dishes, and I'll do the rest..... like wandering around in the garden with a beer wondering what to do.

    March 20

    When in Rome...or whereever we are...

    Well, we're here in Italy and it's taking some getting used to, especially the language barrier.  Luckily the Italians here are patient enough so we can actually get something accomplished in a reasonable amount of time. If you've never driven in Texas, getting used to the driving here will take some time.  They drive fast and they tend to pass you very, VERY often on roads you wouldn't think could accomodate 4 cars side by side.  Other than that, the people here smile and say hello a lot here which has become very contagious. 
     
    We had our first ultrasound a week ago.  The baby is an active little thing, maybe more so than Kenzie which is causing me to worry a bit.  I mean, if this kid is more active than Kenzie is...well, just take cover now!  I'll write more about our first couple weeks here when I have more time. Just thought I'd let everyone know we made it here safe!
     
     
    Ciao!
     
     
    February 08

    Adventures around the US

    We're taking some downtime in Seattle right now before we head back to Texas for the last leg of our move overseas.  Driving here from the East coast was definitely an adventure.  Kenzie was awesome until the Seahawks lost the Superbowl...don't get me started on that subject.  Being stuck in a car with Bodi all day long and then in a hotel room all night did have its moments but we're still in one piece and alive so I guess that's a good thing! Haha!  I guess it didn't help matters that I was moody as hell and dealing with hellacious symptoms of morning sickness.  Yes, you heard right...we have the most awesome timing in the world.  When we were in Maryland for Bodi's training, we found out we're expecting another baby although he seems to think it's going to be a boy this time....we'll see...
     
    I thought California was the best throughout the whole drive because I got to see numerous hawks and golden eagles, some deer grazing on the side of the freeway, and a gorgeous bald eagle taking flight. The mountains actually had snow on them and the air was crisp and fresh!  Not to mention the pristine rivers rushing through the rivines and valleys...breathtaking!
     
    I'll update more as I can and I'll leave you with one piece of advice...traveling cross country in a car with two cats is not a very wise idea.
    January 11

    Ciao!

    Sorry I haven't been around folks, been getting my house and paperwork ready for our move coming up here in the next month.  In the mean time, our stuff is getting a head start and the movers are coming to pack it all up Thursday which means I'll be offline for the next couple months or so.  I'll try to make it online a few times when I have access to a computer to give updates on traveling with Kenzie, a dog, a cat, and an ornery sailor.  Other than that...stay safe and outta trouble.  If you can't manage the latter, just make sure you have fun doing it!
     
    December 20

    Evening classes

    EVENING CLASSES FOR MEN
    ALL ARE WELCOME OPEN TO MEN ONLY

    Note: due to the complexity and level of difficulty, each course will accept
    a maximum of eight participants

    The course covers two days, and topics covered in this course include:

    DAY ONE

    HOW TO FILL ICE CUBE TRAYS
    Step by step guide with slide presentation

    TOILET ROLLS- DO THEY GROW ON THE HOLDERS?
    Roundtable discussion

    DIFFERENCES BETWEEN LAUNDRY BASKET & FLOOR
    Practicing with hamper (Pictures and graphics)

    DISHES & SILVERWARE; DO THEY LEVITATE/FLY TO KITCHEN SINK OR DISHWASHER BY
    THEMSELVES?
    Debate among a panel of experts.

    LOSS OF VIRILITY
    Losing the remote control to your significant other - Help line and support
    groups

    LEARNING HOW TO FIND THINGS
    Starting with looking in the right place instead of turning the house upside
    down while screaming - Open forum


    DAY TWO

    EMPTY MILK CARTONS; DO THEY BELONG IN THE FRIDGE OR THE BIN?
    Group discussion and role play

    HEALTH WATCH; BRINGING HER FLOWERS IS NOT HARMFUL TO YOUR HEALTH
    PowerPoint presentation

    REAL MEN ASK FOR DIRECTIONS WHEN LOST
    Real life testimonial from the one man who did

    IS IT GENETICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SIT QUIETLY AS SHE PARALLEL PARKS? Driving simulation

    HOW TO BE THE IDEAL SHOPPING COMPANION
    Relaxation exercises, meditation and breathing techniques

    REMEMBERING IMPORTANT DATES & CALLING WHEN YOU'RE GOING TO BE LATE
    Bring your calendar or PDA to class

    GETTING OVER IT; LEARNING HOW TO LIVE WITH BEING WRONG ALL THE TIME
    Individual counselors available

    One of these are fake

    I thought this was corny but romantic as hell...
     
    He handed her 12 roses.
    11 real.
    1 fake.
    He said "I'll love you until the last one dies.."

    She gladly accepted them.
    But when she grabbed them she said "One of these is fake!"
    He said "Exactly. That's because I will love you forever."

     


    A man's sensitive side

     
    Finally, a man still in touch with his sensitive side!
     
     
     
    P.S. Bodi helped with this one