Some Quirky Things About Me

After that serious post--and lots of phone calls from loved ones.  I guess I must explain.  I am happy as a lark and oh my goodness the sun is shining--it's only 52 degrees but the sun is shinning!  Sorry for the distraction the sun is now gone so back to the topic.  Yes, things are fine, I am happy just thinking deeply!  

I have been thinking about all the silly quirky things I do, I mentioned one to my  BF and she does it too--I thought I was the only crazy one--birds of a feather flock together! So let me know if you're crazy like me!

Quirky things about Christy:

1.  I always read magazines from back to front.  I tried once to force myself to go front to back and I just couldn't do it!

2.  Eat french fries first!  When I go out to eat, I always eat my fries first and then I am usually so full I can't eat my burger or sandwich.

3.  I always order to much, there is no way I can eat everything I order!

4.  I always have to blow my nose after I wash my hands, then I have to wash my hands again--okay the cycle ends there!

5.  I abhor the sound of 2 pieces of styrofoam rubbing against each other--AAAHHH!

4.  I lick my lips when I am nervous.

5.  I hate shopping in fancy places!!!!!

What are some quirky things you do?

I am sure you'll get a good laugh out of this--I am sure you've noticed these things long ago.

Have a Tigger sort of day!

My eyes are bright red and my nose has been running, I have been bawling my head off for the last hour.  I watched the 60 minutes special on Randy Pausch.  Wow what an amazing man.  This last week has been so crazy!  I had a Primary Activity I was in charge of on Saturday, a talk on Sunday and a lot of other little things that have made me super busy on top of my INR being to high, which makes me super tired!  Watching that special really put things into perspective!!!!  I have decided that's why I have had so many close calls in my life.  It forces me to forget about all the extra junk and really focus on the relationships and dreams that make this life worth living.  So I guess today I can be grateful for those moments when the difference between life and death is just a breath and I keep on breathing!  I am grateful for the way it grounds me, I am happy to have that reminder today by hearing his story and grateful for his happy optimistic outlook on the realities of life--and death.

I have thought a lot about the way I would want my kids to remember me.  Today I had one of my best days with them.  We didn't do much, nothing that would change the world--we stayed in and just enjoyed each other.  It's been a very rainy, cold and dreary week in Fairbanks, which would usually depress me however, today I did everything my kids wanted to do, I had a blast.  The girls wanted to sew on my sewing machine.  I gave them some scraps and they sewed small pillows.  They were so proud of themselves, I know you can picture my sweet girls beaming from ear to ear.  I had a bunch of rotting bananas that I was going to use to make some banana bread (my favorite recipe from my favorite Aunt Linda).  That was exactly what Michael wanted to do today, he wanted to make the banana bread all by himself without any help.  He did such a great job.  I only poured the batter into the pans and transported it to and from the oven.  It was perfect--the best I have ever tasted and he was so proud of himself!  I hope my kids remember days like today when I just did whatever they wanted to do, and we all had a great time!

Sorry no photos today only pictures of the heart!

I am curious if you had only a few months to live what message/legacy would you want to leave?

I guess I would want my kids each to be able to say, my mother loves me deeply, she liked me a ton and helped me to like myself, taught me to always listen for the spirit and be brave!

I am not super great with downloading and uploading, but if you haven't seen the last lecture it is very much worth your time!  Here is the link  www.youtube.com/watch?v=ji5_MqicxSo  or look up Randy Pausch Last Lecture

Brad's September Deployment

Brad went into the hospital to get some emails read last night. There it was, the message we've been dreading--Brad's deployment orders. He is set to report to Afghanistan on Sept. 20th. Boohoo!!!! It's really hit me, I can't believe we signed up for this! Okay, enough of this feeling sorry for myself (really, I am feeling sorry for my kids--they didn't sign up for this)! I am very proud of Brad and I admire his compassion for his patients and his respect for every soldier. It will be hard for us--but a great blessing to others. We love him and we are very proud of him!

Only in Alaska Part 2

Need I say more?

Running Diarrhea

Brad got home last night after a month of vacationing and medical courses and such. We are so happy to be back with DAD and missed him so much!

My kids were trying to explain to Brad what a blog is and this is how the conversation went: (We were in our favorite mexican restaurant at the time mind you!)

Me: It's just like a diary or something. You know, a running log of our lives, fun pictures...
Michael: A running diary?
Lizzie: RUNNING DIARRHEA!
not exactly a good thing to yell in a mexican restaurant!

I hope this doesn't feel to much like diarrhea of the mouth. It's been so great to hear from ya'll! We love ya! Christy

The Utah Trip

We've just recently returned to Alaska, now I have loads of laundry and info. to share. I'll do the laundry you read. No really you just sit there while I work--I think I said that to my kids last night as I was unpacking--seems appropriate here too. Just kidding.

We had a great visit with family while we were in Utah. Some of the Highlights are going to church with Grandma and Grandpa Worthington at the MTC. There is such a great spirit there. I almost cried just walking into that great building! We wanted to take pictures in front of the big wall map however, that is not permitted on Sundays between 10 and 4(just for your info).

Worthington's & Grandkids at MTC

My little sister Tami went on Good Things Utah to share a recipe for Kneaders. It was so cool to go and see all the behind the scenes stuff that happens on TV.

Tami & me with the Good Things ladies

We had a great time celebrating the 4th of July with a grand BBQ with the Worthington family. Which featured the conception of the Worthington Challenge. My whole family is having a competition to see who can swim, run, bike the farthest before Thanksgiving. I only have 2 miles so far. So keep asking how it's going--it motivates me--so does the cash!

On the 5th The Worthington kids over 12 went to see American Idol in Vegas. Oh my gosh! I was screaming like a 13 year old! We were such groupies we stayed for hours after the concert waiting for autographs and pictures. It was so awesome! Thanks Mom for a great time--no matter how old she or I get, my mom's still the funnest! I will post photos when they become available. Thanks Amy for watching my kids--you're the greatest!

My kids enjoyed getting to just play with their cousins. We had so much fun just hanging out! Thanks! It's always good to be with family--and with the Worthington's there is always an adventure!

We got to meet Angie's new puppy Indy and swim with them. Float in "the river of death" with cousins. Shop like crazy with the girls. The kids picked the peterson's garden clean--who knew kids loved gardening so much?

Water sliding in Laura's front yard

"Best Friends" with necklaces to prove it!

We also got to visit with Brad's family! Grandma gave them all a little piano lesson and they love to play in her secret little toy room.  ARGH, I have no photos!

Of course, there was plenty of shopping. I must say it's much easier to make up your mind when you only have two options. I will have to be formally reintroduced to shopping when we move from AK. I have forgotten how to do it! Thanks to Tami for going all over with me as I tried to make up my mind.

Well we had a great visit and got to spend time with all the family, and enjoy the warm Utah summer.

Thanks for the memories!