Thursday, October 6, 2011
October 6, 2011
10:02 PM | 
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Veronica |
My 365...
Another rainy chilly day in Boise Idaho. So chilly in fact that I had to turn the heater on for a little while this afternoon.
I was reflecting on all the news stories, Facebook posts and Tweets regarding the death of Steve Jobs. His untimely death has saddened an entire world, myself included. The boys were teasing me because they found it odd that I was so upset over the death of someone I did not even know. "Why mom?"
I consider myself to be a ridiculous techno geek. I have worked in the computer industry for the past 18 years, and if you came up to me and asked....
"Veronica, box number 1 has the keys to a brand new luxury car with all the bells and whistles. Box number 2, a brand new top of the line iMac. Which one would you like?"
"I will take box number 2!" Well...a new car would be nice. :)
Technology has been my business, my hobby, my leisure time...my everything for so long. Steve Jobs represented all that was innovative, creative, futuristic and exciting about the technology world, so of course I am sad that he is gone.
I am always looking for inspiration, and Steve Jobs inspired. He beat all the odds in dealing with his illness because he was always looking to tomorrow. Always thinking about what comes next. Passion for what he did kept him going. That is inspiration.
I was watching his interview with Brian Williams from 2006, and in this interview he was asked what he thought of his contribution to the world?
Brian Williams: "Where do you fit in the American family of thinkers and inventors when you see a mouse in public, when you see a click, drag, garbage can logo, all the things you had a hand in that are part of our daily lives, how do you view yourself and your achievements?"
Steve Jobs: "You know, I don't really think that way. I am a private person and when I think of the most valuable things in my life, I think of my family. And when we talk about our work, you know, the people I work with and myself, when we finish doing something that we're really proud of, we want to get onto the next thing. So I think if you do something and it turns out pretty good, then you should go do something else wonderful and not dwell on it for too long. just figure out what's next."
Thank you Steve Jobs for inspiring me. :)
My photo of the day...
More rain.
Music I am listening to today...Aaron Barnhart
Random Link of the Day...As you get older...
Until next time..."Celebrate today what you have accomplished, and look forward to tomorrow and what comes next."
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
Another rainy chilly day in Boise Idaho. So chilly in fact that I had to turn the heater on for a little while this afternoon.
I was reflecting on all the news stories, Facebook posts and Tweets regarding the death of Steve Jobs. His untimely death has saddened an entire world, myself included. The boys were teasing me because they found it odd that I was so upset over the death of someone I did not even know. "Why mom?"
I consider myself to be a ridiculous techno geek. I have worked in the computer industry for the past 18 years, and if you came up to me and asked....
"Veronica, box number 1 has the keys to a brand new luxury car with all the bells and whistles. Box number 2, a brand new top of the line iMac. Which one would you like?"
"I will take box number 2!" Well...a new car would be nice. :)
Technology has been my business, my hobby, my leisure time...my everything for so long. Steve Jobs represented all that was innovative, creative, futuristic and exciting about the technology world, so of course I am sad that he is gone.
I am always looking for inspiration, and Steve Jobs inspired. He beat all the odds in dealing with his illness because he was always looking to tomorrow. Always thinking about what comes next. Passion for what he did kept him going. That is inspiration.
I was watching his interview with Brian Williams from 2006, and in this interview he was asked what he thought of his contribution to the world?
Brian Williams: "Where do you fit in the American family of thinkers and inventors when you see a mouse in public, when you see a click, drag, garbage can logo, all the things you had a hand in that are part of our daily lives, how do you view yourself and your achievements?"
Steve Jobs: "You know, I don't really think that way. I am a private person and when I think of the most valuable things in my life, I think of my family. And when we talk about our work, you know, the people I work with and myself, when we finish doing something that we're really proud of, we want to get onto the next thing. So I think if you do something and it turns out pretty good, then you should go do something else wonderful and not dwell on it for too long. just figure out what's next."
Thank you Steve Jobs for inspiring me. :)
More rain.
*** Doggy Daily ***
"Comfy there Ducati?"
Music I am listening to today...Aaron Barnhart
Random Link of the Day...As you get older...
Until next time..."Celebrate today what you have accomplished, and look forward to tomorrow and what comes next."
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
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Wednesday, October 5, 2011
October 5, 2011
My 365...
First snow in the mountains today! We have had rain down here in the Valley, and a really chilly day with our high temperature only 48 degrees. I love this weather! Hopefully my favorite season is here to stay.
For dinner this evening, Brandon made some home made Teryaki sauce, and created a delicious Teryaki chicken and vegetables. This mama is spoiled by a family of amazing chefs. Thank you son!
My photo of the day...
It is a soggy day.
Music I am listening to today...Journey
Random Link of the Day...The Apple Museum
Until next time...I was so sad to read that Steve Jobs died today. He was an amazing innovator, and my hero. Rest in Peace. :*(
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
First snow in the mountains today! We have had rain down here in the Valley, and a really chilly day with our high temperature only 48 degrees. I love this weather! Hopefully my favorite season is here to stay.
For dinner this evening, Brandon made some home made Teryaki sauce, and created a delicious Teryaki chicken and vegetables. This mama is spoiled by a family of amazing chefs. Thank you son!
My photo of the day...
It is a soggy day.
*** Doggy Daily ***
"Sure, you love cold rainy weather because you don't have to be out in it!"
Random Link of the Day...The Apple Museum
Until next time...I was so sad to read that Steve Jobs died today. He was an amazing innovator, and my hero. Rest in Peace. :*(
"Your time is limited, so don't waste it living someone else's life. Don't be trapped by Dogma - which is living with the results of other people's thinking" - Steve Jobs -
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
October 4, 2011
My 365...
Today was a great day. Blake had his first online virtual classes for language and math, and he really enjoyed them. As I was sitting with him through the sessions, the teacher would start to ask a question, and I would start to speak. Blake would say...
"Shh mom, I've got this."
"Of course you do Blake, you are brilliant!"
"Mom..."
"Okay, I will be quiet now." :)
These classes will be twice a week for both, a total of 4 hours and they will be a great addition to home schooling. Blake can be so hard to motivate some times so being in a class with other students will be fun for him
I started reading a new book series last night, and it was so good I hardly got any sleep. I love it when I find a good book that is hard to put down...but I hate it too because I can't put it down! I finished book one this morning, and am already well into book two. The author is Roxane Tepfer Sanford if you would like to check her out. Her first book is a free ebook download for Kindle, Nook and iBook.
My photo of the day...
My number one son Garrett, and I even managed to catch a smile.
*** Doggy Daily ***
Miss Lilly.
Music I am listening to today...Linkin Park
Random Link of the Day...Imps and Monsters
Until next time..."Sometimes I get quiet all of a sudden. That's when there are a million things going through my mind."
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
Monday, October 3, 2011
October 3, 2011
My 365...
One of the advantages of being your own boss, is that you can change the rules anytime you want...and don't have to run it by committee because you are the committee. Today I decided that Monday is the new Sunday. No stress, no scheduled projects, just a day to balance. I really think it is a good plan because after the weekends I am so spent!
Now I have done this before, but then vetoed my own great idea...not this time!
Now I have done this before, but then vetoed my own great idea...not this time!
So starting today, Monday is Sunday part "deux", and Tuesday is Monday. That was easy! :)
Garrett and Kori are coming over for dinner. I am feeling some BLT's. What saith all? :)
Garrett and Kori are coming over for dinner. I am feeling some BLT's. What saith all? :)
My photo of the day...
Hello young man! Garrett gave Casey a good haircut, and suddenly he looks so old to me! Oh my goodness, he is not my little boy anymore. :*( Growing too fast for this mama.
*** Doggy Daily ***
Miss Lilly likes the new Monday too.
Music I am listening to to day...Fleetwood Mac
Random Link of the Day...Window Blinds. When plain and simple Windows just won't do.
Until next time..."Dream big. Okay now, BIGGER! Even BIGGER still!"
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
Tasty Surprise
Amber made some whole wheat croissants this evening that were simply amazing! Three flavors, chocolate, spiced pie and cheese and basil.
The chocolate and spice were perfect, not too sweet and melt in your mouth goodness. The savory ones had basil from the garden, Parmesan cheese and just a touch of red pepper flake. So good! I am telling you this girl spoils us!!
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
Sunday, October 2, 2011
October 2, 2011
My 365...
When I woke up this morning I heard Cooper fussing a little in the living room, so I got up to see if Brandon needed help. As I opened the door, Brandon was heading to his room saying, "No worries mom, I am going to put Cooper down for a nap."
I walked through the kitchen to the dinning room expecting to see Cooper in his high chair to give him a kiss...but no Cooper. I turned to walk back into the kitchen and there was Cooper, sitting in the middle of the kitchen floor smiling up at me. How I walked past him the first time and not even see him sitting there is beyond me. That little stinker is stealth in his movements, and he can move fast! Never a dull moment with my sweet grand baby Cooper. I am very blessed to be able to watch him grow up and spend so much time with him. It is awesome! :)
The weekend is over, and time for a new week. Blake is excited because his new virtual classrooms for math and reading start next week. Up to now, only the higher grades at K12 have virtual classrooms and virtual teachers, I have been Blake's learning coach. It will be great for him to experience more of a classroom setting, and great for mama to have teachers helping me out too!
Have a great Monday world.
Photo of the day...
Music I am listening to to day...Inara George
Until next time..."Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day that says...I will try again tomorrow." ~Mary Anne Radmacher
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
When I woke up this morning I heard Cooper fussing a little in the living room, so I got up to see if Brandon needed help. As I opened the door, Brandon was heading to his room saying, "No worries mom, I am going to put Cooper down for a nap."
I walked through the kitchen to the dinning room expecting to see Cooper in his high chair to give him a kiss...but no Cooper. I turned to walk back into the kitchen and there was Cooper, sitting in the middle of the kitchen floor smiling up at me. How I walked past him the first time and not even see him sitting there is beyond me. That little stinker is stealth in his movements, and he can move fast! Never a dull moment with my sweet grand baby Cooper. I am very blessed to be able to watch him grow up and spend so much time with him. It is awesome! :)
The weekend is over, and time for a new week. Blake is excited because his new virtual classrooms for math and reading start next week. Up to now, only the higher grades at K12 have virtual classrooms and virtual teachers, I have been Blake's learning coach. It will be great for him to experience more of a classroom setting, and great for mama to have teachers helping me out too!
Have a great Monday world.
Photo of the day...
*** Doggy Daily ***
Oh Ducati, you better not let Blake catch you snuggling with his sock monkey.
Until next time..."Courage does not always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day that says...I will try again tomorrow." ~Mary Anne Radmacher
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
Saturday, October 1, 2011
October 1, 2011
My 365...
The love of my life, son Brandon, with the love of his life, his son baby Cooper. <3
Music I am listening to to day...Lady Antebellum.
Random Link of the Day...Chocolate Cup Cake.
Until next time..."Better back off old man, you are messing with the wrong mama. You overestimate your value in my world."
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
The love of my life, son Brandon, with the love of his life, his son baby Cooper. <3
*** Doggy Daily ***
Always sleeping my lazy little girl.
Music I am listening to to day...Lady Antebellum.
Random Link of the Day...Chocolate Cup Cake.
Until next time..."Better back off old man, you are messing with the wrong mama. You overestimate your value in my world."
Ƹ̵̡Ӝ̵̨̄Ʒ Love,
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