Finally some Halloween happiness

I never thought I'd be one of 'those people' who dresses up their pets, but alas I am. Here is my adorable pup on Halloween night. Our pup is a monkey, her friend is a hotdog and the black doggie was a punk rocker.

Book reviews

I finally finished three books: A Child called It, The Lost Boy and A man named Dave by by Dave Pelzer. They were heart wrenching but also wonderful. The story of this mans life is shocking, I intend to purchase the books and write Dave a letter (not something I've ever done) but I feel so much for him after having read his stories, that I would like to do something. Anything. Here is his website, he's written six books total http://www.davepelzer.com/ I'm a sucker for a happy ending and I'm glad I stuck with it and read through all of the books. He's a fantastic, brave man and I would strongly suggest everyone read his book(s); his story will stay with you.

I'm a movie star

I would include the link to the actual interview, but I don't want you to all hear how I sound (it's quite embarassing hearing yourself) I apologize for all of the black spots, but I don't want too much info 'out there'.

We were doing a Fire Prevention Demonstration and we had loads of fun. It was great to watch the kids crawling out of the house and play around with the firefighters and the fire truck. I feel we got some great information to the community and they enjoyed themselves.

The 2008 Navy Ball

We sat through the slew of speechs from high ranking officials, some had wonderful things to say, some were funny but the one person I was most impressed with and feel the need to mention is a woman. She is a three star admiral, there is only 1 five star in the navy, so you have to figure she's worked pretty hard to get where she is. It was brought up that it's the Navy's 233rd birthday. I am slightly ashamed to say, I didn't realize the ball was for the Navy's birthday. That aside the ball was quite lovely, it was wonderful to see everyone all dressed up and even better to see my hubby in his uniform. Oh my goodness, he looks great!


Here are a few pictures:

*Little comment needed here, I'm not sure why I'm holding my dress up! I hate that I didn't get a second pic, but what can you do. I also missed having a picture taken of the back of the dress, there was a train, it was so fun to wear!

Abby brought up a good point, the food was delicious! Even Joe, who doesn't care for Italian food (in Italy) loved every course. So, so good!

A gown

Joe and I .. well much more me, have decided to go to the Navy Ball this year as it will be our last chance!

I found a great dress, that was quite a steal!

Enrichment, happy Monday

A few weeks ago, Joe suggested a retreat being offered by our base. Much to my surprise it was a Marriage Enrichment Retreat, I agreed but wondered. This past weekend we went and it was quite possibly the best thing we have ever done for each other and our marriage.

It was simply wonderful. Tons of focused us time, learning about each other, personality types and how to grow together. I really have nothing bad to say about this, other than I forgot my camera and the beds were quite hard, but very minor considering.

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Three years ago today, Joe and I decided we would spend our lives together. I still love that man as foolishly now as I did then. Happy 3 years hun.