One of Those Days

I'm usually a pretty happy person, but today I've had one of those days.  Things just felt a little "off" all day.  Everyone annoyed me.  Everything annoyed me.  My photo shoot turned out beautifully, but I was annoyed that my photographer didn't want to break for lunch when I did.  Um, have you ever heard of the term hangry?  Because that's how I get when I don't eat on a normal schedule.  My blood sugar drops...and so does my mood. 

I almost didn't take Sophie on a walk after work because I was just pissed.  Then, I bit my lip...for probably the third time this week.  Seriously?  What is wrong with me?  Maybe I should go to the orthodontist and have them check out my bite.  I've also been thinking I should get my retainer replaced soon - it's starting to crack and if I have to go a night without it, I'm sure I'll have a mental breakdown.  That thing is a huge comfort for me.  Probably because I had braces in college and don't want to go through the process again.  I look young enough without braces...they knock off at least five years...and I would really love it if people would look at me and assume I'm at least 20.

I'm feeling rejected a lot lately which is something I can handle in small doses (thanks, dad, for that), but it's been more difficult to handle lately.  Maybe I just need a hug from my mom.  That usually does the trick.  I was supposed to call her tonight, but I was feeling crabby and didn't want to take it out on her.  She's not the problem...

Maybe a picture of cute Sophie will help things.

Sophie smiles.  This is proof.

Life on the Farm

I missed Jessica's Fourth of July party, but I wanted to head over to the farm to visit and see Baby J.  I took a couple of hours to get away from the suburbs and hang out with the girls.  It was great.  Baby J showed me all her favorite toys in the living room - she loves to stir things in a bowl and "make cookies" with her mom.  She's adorable. I love playing with her.

Baby J is getting so big!

Jessica's chickens.

Last year, Jessica had a black chicken named Michelle.  She, along with the other chicks, couldn't handle the summer heat.  I wish all the best for this year's chickens.

Summer Fun

Last weekend, Josh and I took my nephews to Adventureland for the day.  We got the tickets (which also included our lunch) free from work.  Every year I've passed up this opportunity, but since Jeramie and Justyn did such a great job helping me take care of mom for the past week, I thought I should take advantage of the opportunity and treat the boys.

Justyn and I rode the ski lift - it was the only ride I went on.

This guy guessed Josh's age as 34.  Seriously?  We still get carded at the movies?

Jeramie and I decided to opt out of the Space Shot.

My attempt to avoid a sunburn.  Not successful, however.  I missed a spot on my chins.