Still Here

Well, we are still in Ft. Pierce. Hopefully only another day or two. My sweetie is home by himself and lonely. He only has the cat for company, and any that know him realize this is not his kind of company. Kids have been doing their schoolwork while we have been away and constantly complaining. I have read at least 5 novels since arriving and have started this blog. There's not much for us to do in a retirement community. I better enjoy it though, because as soon as I get home, the work begins. I'm thinking of starting in Emily's room. It will take the least work, mostly getting rid of tons of junk she has accumulated. A good coat of paint and redecorating will do wonders. No major construction in her room, except for some reason she thinks she needs a door. I don't know what gave her the idea that she should have privacy in OUR house. Will also start working on a budget when I return. Has been ages since I have lived on a budget, but with the economy, raised insurance deductibles and two driving teenage girls constantly on the go, the BOD (Bank of Dad) has started setting limits. We'll see how it goes and will keep you updated on the chaos that is sure to follow.

My First Blog

OK. So here is my first attempt at blogging. I am what my children call electronic and technically challenged, but I will try my best. I figured this had to be easier than sending out numerous emails with all the happenings. At this moment, we are sitting at my parents house "babysitting" my Daddy who had bypass surgery before Christmas. I'm pretty sure this will be our last trip for this purpose. He is doing extremely well and only has us around now for the company. Jim is traveling for work this week, so we are not together. This is a thorn in both our sides as we DO NOT like to be apart. Our cell phone use has exceeded normal limits to say the least. The girls are thrilled that all the minutes used are not theirs this time. It is usually Jenny and Rachel who dip into the rollover minutes!!! Anyway, just thought I would start with this post to get my feet wet, so to speak, and get the ball rolling. I'm sure there will be more to follow as something is always happening at our house.