Things that puzzle me

So I was sitting and thinking and sometimes that's very dangerous but a few things popped into my head that I'm having trouble understanding. First when did belly rolls and tight t-shirts become popular? As a woman whose metabolism decided to bottom out at thirty, I'm well aware of the phenomenon of weight suddenly appearing where it never has before. I was under the impression that you should just dress strategically to distract from these "areas." I see more women, young and old, who dress to draw attention to this. If someone could explain it, I would GREATLY appreciate it. Second, I'm trying to drink more water in the winter to keep my skin hydrated. While doing this (and running to the bathroom almost immediately), I thought that while it's good to drink water and even better to recycle the plastic bottles, isn't it kind of a wash with all the flushing? What kind of a carbon foot print does each flush leave? If anyone has this info and could help me out, that would be great. Jody, can you get Al Gore's number from Pam? I'm sure she has him on speed dial and I think it's a question for an expert!

Lazy Sundays

I love lazy Sundays. The laundry still isn't finished and I have no idea what's for dinner. We bought Milton a new and very comfortable bed and put it between us in the living room. Right now he's looking at it while lying in Perry's recliner. I'm thinking of having a margarita tonight, but only if I can convince Perry to have one also. Drinking margarita's is something you should never do alone. I also made chicken noodle soup from scratch for lunch. It turned out very well, so I guess I know what I'll be eating this week! We found out Burleson will be retiring Sarah Odom's jersey on December the 19th, so I'm already looking forward to a trip to B'town! I think a meal at On The Border will be on the agenda.

Moving Laverne

We moved Laverne to Shreveport this weekend. It was a very quick 24 hours. I took a few pics to help tell the story.... I really loved this house. I can't believe someone else will be living in it. Lots of hard work went into making it a wonderful place to come home.

This is not a very good picture, but, alas, I'm trying to look happy.

This is Perry with the moving guy. We hired them to load the truck in B'town and we unloaded it ourselves in Shreveport. We've been rethinking that decision all day!

Laverne pitching in to help....She looks awesome for 83!

This may be my favorite picture. Laverne is yelling instructions to Perry. It is truly an example of art imitating life.

Perry planted this rose bush in the front yard last May. We got up Saturday morning and were thrilled to see such a beautiful bloom.

"Why yes Leighanne, my house is protected by Angels."

This stone is in my front flower bed. It's one of my favorite movie quotes and something I usually tell myself on a daily basis.

Perry's pride and joy

Bryce looking relaxed and nice.....

Bryce ready to put someone on their back!!!!

Perry's grandson, Bryce, started football this year. At 7 (almost 8) years old, he's the biggest boy on the field and definitely the toughest. We got to go in and watch. Trailing 7 to 6 for most of the game, Bryce had the block late in the 4th quarter that sprung the running back for the game winning touchdown. This was a special moment for more than the obvious reason. Bryce plays left guard which is also the position Perry's brother, Robert, was an all-pro at in the NFL. When Bryce made the crucial block, Perry said he got goose bumps. Did I say that Bryce also looks remarkably like Robert. We went to eat after the game at CiCi's (Bryce's choice). When we payed and looked around, the boy was already in line filling up his plate. He is a BIG eater. He also figured out that PawPaw Perry was a bottomless pit of money for the arcade games. We are both looking forward to enjoying all of his future endeavors.

Sad Times

We have packed up most of the house and I am incredibly sad. I knew that we would eventually sell the house and build the new one at the lake, but reality sometimes hits you hard. I love Burleson and can't believe that soon I won't have a home here.