Monday, March 23, 2009

You win some, and you lose some

This weekend was fantastic. The company was great, the food was delicious, Wicked was amazing, and we shopped a lot. So I can't complain.

This weekend Jeremy took the kids to a Grand Opening of McDonald's. Kaden was fascinated with the "pocket rocket" they were giving away. They entered the drawing and amazingly enough we got a call today. We won! So now this is sitting in our living room.
{can't you just hear my enthusiasm?}





Unfortunately today we also lost.... our job. I know, how cruel is the timing? The upside {if you can call it that} is that the computer is now available for blogging. Yeah, that silver lining is pretty dim, but I've gotta have a "bright side" to look on.
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27 comments:

  1. Busy Bee LaurenMarch 23, 2009 at 1:48 PM

    I am so sorry about the job loss. If you need anything, please let me know!

    Love the Pocket Rocket. Do you think Pocket Edward could borrow it?

    Yay for amazing weekends!

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  2. NicoleMarch 23, 2009 at 1:56 PM

    Yikes! That totally stinks!!! I'm so sorry. Kind of takes the fun out of winning a pocket rocket, doesn't it? What exactly IS a pocket rocket??? And where is there a new McDonald's? I am so out of the loop.

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  3. Jackie B.March 23, 2009 at 2:13 PM

    Oh no! that's horrible. I hope something works out for you soon!

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  4. ::lindsayMarch 23, 2009 at 2:21 PM

    Oh, Heather, I'm so sorry! That's awful. I hope Jeremy's able to find something soon. Let me know if there is anything I can do. You know I love ya!

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  5. KateMarch 23, 2009 at 2:29 PM

    oh no! I am so sorry to hear about the job loss! Jeremy is so smart, I hope he finds something real quick that he loves.
    Let us know if you need anything!

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  6. SarahMarch 23, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    That's a huge bummer about the job! Let us know if we can help in any way and we will keep our eyes and ears wide open for anything.

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  7. SarahMarch 23, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    Dang that stinks! Crossing fingers and saying prayers.

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  8. AOlsonMarch 23, 2009 at 3:13 PM

    You just put me on an emotional roller coaster Heather. Way cool about the bike! But I am so sorry about the job loss. Way to be positive about your silver lining even if it is a dim one.

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  9. KristenMarch 23, 2009 at 4:09 PM

    Well if all else fails you can put all your stuff in storage and come live in Grandma's back bedroom and Kadster and Brynn and stay in the 3rd bedroom downstairs with us.:)

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  10. goddessdivineMarch 23, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    So sorry about the job loss. I hope something turns up soon.

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  11. PRPMarch 23, 2009 at 4:54 PM

    Crap.

    That's all I can think of.

    You rock at the silver lining thing.

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  12. StaciaMarch 23, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    Sorry to hear about the job loss. As you know we have been through that twice and it sucks! But the second time wasn't as hard initially since I knew we had suffered and come out of one already.

    Wishing Jeremy success luck in finding a new job! "You can do it!"

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  13. hatchMarch 23, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    That really bites about the job. I am sorry to hear that. I am sure that Jeremy will find something soon.

    Dylan would love that pocket rocket. It looks very cool. Go Kaden.

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  14. AmyMarch 23, 2009 at 5:09 PM

    What?!? I'm so sorry!

    Let me know if I can help out with anything!

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  15. KrisMarch 23, 2009 at 5:37 PM

    Seriously, he lost his job? That's just crazy. I'm so sorry. Glad that you had a good weekend with the girls.

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  16. Lisa ChristineMarch 23, 2009 at 7:36 PM

    I am so sorry about your sad news. Keep looking for those silver linings :)

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  17. ashleyMarch 24, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    Man, I'm so sorry to hear about the job loss! I'm sure Jeremy will find something soon.

    I am glad that you had a great time at Wicked though, and that you won the pocket rocket...that's hilarious. I bet Kaden was jumping for joy!

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  18. tharkerMarch 24, 2009 at 9:08 AM

    Karen's right. You rock the silver lining!

    Just know that we are here for you and Jeremy. We love you guys!!

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  19. Janna GMarch 24, 2009 at 9:21 AM

    That bites the big one! Good job looking at the bright side! Keep it up

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  20. AndreMarch 24, 2009 at 1:22 PM

    Oh NO! Did you even see that coming? I feel so bummed for you.

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  21. Maggie JaneMarch 25, 2009 at 8:28 AM

    Congrats on the pocket rocket...sorry to hear about the job. I hope something comes J's way soon! Good luck and I have my fingers crossed for him.

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  22. ChelseaMarch 25, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    Oh, I feel your pain. Good luck, and if we hear of anything, we'll be the first to let you know!

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  23. LisaMarch 25, 2009 at 2:43 PM

    let me make your silver lining a little glowier. jeremy can totally cruise around looking for a job on your brand new pocket rocket!!! saves on gas AND i guarantee he will leave an impression. good luck ;)

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  24. JodiMarch 25, 2009 at 3:48 PM

    ARE YOU KIDDING?? (Appies to both news). I've never known anyone to win something so COOL! And you are amazing with your great attitude Heather.

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  25. BrookletMarch 25, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Ah, sorry. On both accounts, the pocket rocket sounds scary! good luck during this time, and I agree, you have a great attitude to take you through it!

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  26. MelissaMarch 31, 2009 at 11:06 PM

    I'm so sorry about the job :S Hopefully something will turn up soon!

    Love the pocket rocket though :)

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  27. Mom DAugust 3, 2009 at 12:30 PM

    I just found your blog this morning and read that you lied wicked. If you are opposed to gay marriage and cherish family values, please do not promote this play. It was written by a gay activist and is promoting the idea that something shouldn't be labeled wicked just because it is different. In the book elphaba is bisexual and has feelings for glinda. It is cleverly disguised in the play, but is obvious if you are familiar with the trashy book. Trust me when I tell you the creative forces behind this entertainment are truly wicked and want to deceive even the very elect.

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