tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36832472011-04-21T22:57:29.149-04:00JudiRNCJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comBlogger741100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1138722250785891012006-01-31T10:42:00.000-05:002006-01-31T10:44:10.796-05:00New Phone Service
We just got set up with Optimum Voice for our phone service. It'll be costing us about half of what we were paying to Verizon each month. Now let's hope it works well....Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1124451179885514572005-08-19T07:19:00.000-04:002005-08-19T07:32:59.890-04:00Better Gas Mileage
I don't know about the rest of you, but I have had it with the price of gas. When I went out on Monday to run a few errands, I fueled up at the local station. $2.46 per gallon, $39 to fill the tank of my Dodge Caravan. Less than one hour later, I returned home, passing that same station. $2.53 per gallon. I couldn't believe it. That did it for me. I came home and began Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1108648300411774382005-02-17T08:47:00.000-05:002005-02-17T08:51:40.413-05:00Congratulations, Amy
At the Pascack Hills bowling dinner last night, Amy received her Varsity letter. In addition to that, we were informed that she was selected for First Team, All League. All this as a freshman; what's in the future??? Can't wait for next season.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1108553579752758602005-02-16T06:26:00.000-05:002005-02-16T06:33:34.606-05:00 A Strange Invitation
Okay, so it's been four months since I wrote here. Sorry, time just flies...I got an invitation last night unlike any invitation I've ever gotten before. While at bowling, an acquaintance approached me to let me know that if I don't have any plans on Thursday, I should stop by the local funeral home. They are having a wake for her 94 year old aunt who died the other day. SheJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1098371178882215382004-10-21T11:00:00.000-04:002004-10-21T11:06:38.916-04:00Dan's Turn
It's time for me to brag about my middle child. Dan hasn't liked school since about 3rd grade. He made it through, though and graduated from Pascack Hills in 2002. College wasn't really for him, so after working for a year as a waiter, he realized that he didn't want to do that forever. Due to his love of cars (especially his own), Dan started in the Automotive Tecchnology program at Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1097677241309980532004-10-13T10:12:00.000-04:002004-10-13T20:34:18.576-04:00Four Long Months
It's not that nothing has happened in the past four months, it's just that I haven't written about it. And there's no way I'm writing about it all now. So I'll just write about the past week, then I'll try to be better about writing.
This past weekend, I attended the 30th reunion of Pascack Valley High School. It was really cool to see all the faces of long ago. It was Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1086111338034454002004-06-01T13:29:00.000-04:002004-06-01T13:36:33.070-04:00Another Sad Week
Jeff's Aunt Margaret died peacefully on Sunday, May 30. She was 91 years old on May 16. She lived a very full life, and was loved by many. I know that I will miss her tremendously; she and I had a very special relationship. But I know that it was time for her to go and join her loved ones who had passed before her.
Aunt Margaret's son and daughter-in-law, Jay and Dee, cared Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-108587532114207002004-05-29T19:54:00.000-04:002004-05-29T20:02:01.143-04:00A Sad Time
A very special lady died this week. Grace Brown was my brother's mother-in-law. She passed peacefully, but her family is mourning her loss. I didn't get to see her that often, but whenever I did, she was always so much fun to be around. She loved her family more than anything; it showed in all she did. I know she'll be watching over all of her children and grandchildren. I'm sure she Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1085221292179857552004-05-22T06:17:00.000-04:002004-05-22T06:21:38.376-04:00My Big Sister
I have to run off to work, but first I have to wish my sister, Sue, the happiest of birthdays. I won't say which birthday it is, because it really doesn't matter. She'll always be the most beautiful woman I know. I admire her more than I can say. Everyone should be very jealous of me, because I have the absolute best sister in the entire world. I can't wait to celebrate with her Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1083261810191419532004-04-29T14:03:00.000-04:002004-04-29T14:07:40.873-04:00Me, A Mother-In-Law
AJ and Amanda announced their engagement on April 3. So, some time next summer I will become a mother-in-law. I hope I don't become one of those dreaded mothers-in-law. I'll try to mind my own business. I'm looking forward to the challenge! I'm so happy for both AJ and Amanda; after spending this past weekend with them in Harrisonburg, it's obvious that they have a great Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1074790437974630602004-01-22T11:53:00.000-05:002004-01-22T11:55:58.280-05:00The Hardest Job in the World
Parenting...that's it. Not much more to say. I've had a number of jobs in my life, but parenting is by far the hardest. I know that all we can do is teach, guide, support, and hope that we do it well. Sometimes I wonder if I've missed something big in the parenting department. Maybe I was absent for a class? It hurts me when I have to say no, but I know it's an Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1073325473315806562004-01-05T12:57:00.000-05:002004-01-05T12:59:31.170-05:00My 2004 Illness
I hope it's my only illness of the year. Jeff had the flu thing a few weeks ago; Amy followed with the same thing. Last week, AJ developed a cold, and Amy caught that. I thought that Dan and I were safe from the germs.....now Dan's the only safe one. I started with a cold on Friday, and it's really got me down. Hopefully it'll stay just a cold, and not turn into the famous Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1072970974382230572004-01-01T10:29:00.000-05:002004-01-01T10:31:42.186-05:00Happy 2004
Happy New Year to all! I'm going to try to be better with my very lazy blogging habit...we'll see. This year is bringing lots of exciting changes here. AJ will be graduating from college, and entering the real world of grown-ups. Dan will be starting at Lincoln Tech this month for a 15 month program in Automotive Technology. Amy will be starting high school this September. Boy, whereJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1069544098555199852003-11-22T18:34:00.000-05:002003-11-22T18:35:38.110-05:00The Diary of Anne Frank
Last night was opening night for the Saddle River Youth Theatre's production of The Diary of Anne Frank. I think this is Amy's 12th show with the group. But this is her first drama; all the other shows she's done have been musicals. All I can say is, "Well done, Amy!". Not only Amy, but the entire cast did a phenomenal job. I'm looking forward to seeing it again tomorrow Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1069192371539135082003-11-18T16:52:00.000-05:002003-11-18T16:53:25.513-05:00The Hula.....Hoop
I am now the proud owner of a 5 lb. hula hoop. I started using one at curves; they tell me it's good for your waist. The one at curves weighs 4 lbs., so I figured I'd go for the heavier model....WHAT WAS I THINKING??? It arrived today, and I was able to do it for a few minutes, but it HURTS. There is a warning on the package about pain and bruising; they were right. I guess Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1069093387864388452003-11-17T13:23:00.000-05:002003-11-17T13:23:40.746-05:00Still Bowling...I Think
Yes, I'm still bowling; not twice, but three times a week. I must love being frustrated, because that's how most bowling outings end up. I occasionally have a good game; more rarely a good series. I even got a new ball; that hasn't seemed to help much! But I'll keep showing up on Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday, and see what happens.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1068746124324188772003-11-13T12:55:00.000-05:002003-11-13T12:55:51.543-05:00So Proud
I'm so proud of Amy for being bigger and stronger than the girls that are trying to torture her. I know she'll be better after all is said and done, but it's so hard to see your kids hurt......so tough to be a mom.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1067634486852315922003-10-31T16:08:00.000-05:002003-10-31T16:08:17.890-05:00Blue Willies
Jeff and I went out on Wednesday night to see a new version of the Willies at Johnny O's. Blue Willies consists of Willie and Michael of the Willies, and two guys from a band called Blue Food. The music was great; some really good 3 and 4 part harmonies, and a variety of instruments. One guy played the mandolin and the fiddle, the other played the acoustic bass. Lots of music fromJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1067634115038062282003-10-31T16:01:00.000-05:002003-10-31T16:02:06.153-05:00Newsies
Well, as usual, Amy rocked in her show. Newsies was very entertaining. Great music and dancing. And it was obvious that all involved had lots and lots of fun doing the show. I think I got my money's worth once again. The Diary of Anne Frank next...can't wait to see it.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1066422935402435702003-10-17T16:35:00.000-04:002003-10-17T16:35:35.223-04:00Feeling Guilty...
...For not going to Amy's opening night of "Newsies". A very bad mother, indeed. We have a dinner to attend; that's why I won't be there. I didn't realize when I made plans that I'd feel as guilty as I do. But at least Anne, Will and Tricia will be there. Break a leg, Amy! I love you!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1066316058821789862003-10-16T10:54:00.000-04:002003-10-16T10:54:19.050-04:00My First Water Birth
At the fairly small community hospital where I work, we had our first water birth this week. It was a new experience for all of us, since we don't have tubs. The family brought their own portable tub which was about 5 feet in diameter. When I arrived at 7am, the patient was in active labor in the tub. It was a bit strange, because they had to move all the furniture in Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1064086349321644122003-09-20T15:32:00.000-04:002003-09-20T15:32:29.023-04:00Woodcliff Lake Day
Today is Woodcliff Lake Day. It seems strange, because it has always fallen in the middle of the summer. Also, it is celebrated at the Old Mill Pool. However, Woodcliff Lake doesn't have a pool this year, so they decided to hold it at the County Park in September. It begins at 5pm, and will finish up at about 9pm with a fireworks display. I'm heading down there soon to stake Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1063906458110286012003-09-18T13:34:00.000-04:002003-09-18T13:41:41.173-04:00A Summer of Vacations
I can't believe I haven't written in so long. There's no way for me to recall all that has happened since the last post, but I promise to try to post more often. That is, if anyone's interested! Since the last post: Vacation was fun, but there were a few problems. Dan had an accident on his way home (thank God he's ok), and he had to buy a new car. I'm still dealing withJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-1056797403970698652003-06-28T06:50:00.000-04:002003-06-28T06:50:28.360-04:00VACATION!
Yes, it's vacation day, and we're all packed up. Waiting for the kids to get up and shower, and we'll be off. Two weeks at Ortley Beach; I'm so excited. Been looking forward to this since we left there last July. Unfortunately, I did get sick; I've got a cough that won't quit, but I've been managing ok with it. But then yesterday I hurt my back; the same old pain that comes every now Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-959971532003-06-24T19:36:00.000-04:002003-06-24T19:36:04.930-04:00A Funny Burning Feeling...
No, it can't be. I have a funny scratchy, burning feeling in my throat! I can't get sick; I'm going on vacation in 4 days. It'll be Cold-Eez for me every 4 hours to see if I can scare off the germs. One more day of work (tomorrow) then I'm off until July 13...woo-hoo!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-959616082003-06-23T19:04:00.000-04:002003-06-24T19:31:49.000-04:00James Taylor
I went to the PNC Arts Center last night to see James Taylor in concert. It was awesome. I went with Sue, Michel, and her friend Linda. We started at Michel's house with some YUMMY Margaritas. Had to park miles away from the concert, and take a school bus to the gate. But the concert was worth it! I've never seen him in concert, but have always been a fan of his music. He Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-943933242003-05-15T11:11:00.000-04:002003-05-15T11:13:06.000-04:00Made it to Thursday
Dan's surgery went well on Tuesday. The case before him was cancelled due to some problem with blood work, so he went into the OR at about 1:30pm. It was over by 2pm. The doctor was able to repair the medial meniscus rather than having to cut it. He said that may mean a longer recuperation period, but will be better in the long run. We were home by about 5pm. Amy's concert Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-942658632003-05-13T10:25:00.000-04:002003-05-13T10:25:16.626-04:00Monday, Monday
So I survived the Monday of my week from hell. Dan did well at the dermatologist; AJ didn't do so well at the oral surgeon. It has been decided that he will have all four impacted wisdom teeth removed on June 12 at 9:30am. Amy's softball game went well; they won 17-4. Dinner was at about 8:15pm; KFC.
Now it's Tuesday; let's see if I can survive it as well. Went to exercise this Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-941273902003-05-10T21:27:00.000-04:002003-05-10T21:30:13.000-04:00STRESSED?? Who, me?
I've been feeling stressed, and wondering why. I just looked at all the calendars hanging around, and realized why I'm feeling that way. Here's what the next week has in store for me:
Monday:I'm working from 7am to 3pm. Dan has a dermatologist appointment at 11:30am to check on his skin stuff. AJ has a consultation with the oral surgeon at 4pm to talk about his 3 or 4 Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-941001172003-05-10T07:29:00.000-04:002003-05-10T07:29:22.100-04:00Every Now and Then
That's how often I blog. AJ asked me last night why I don't blog more often....I'm not sure why; I guess there's nothing exciting to report. I'm blogging from Harrisonburg, VA right now. Packing up to take AJ home for the summer. Actually, he did most of the packing. We got here last evening and went to Applebee's for dinner. Riblets...my new favorite! Amanda and Dan Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-932358332003-04-25T08:24:00.000-04:002003-04-25T08:24:04.260-04:00Happy Birthday
I have to take a minute to wish AJ a very happy 21st birthday. AJ was born in Westwood, NJ on April 25, 1982 at 4:12pm. Where did 21 years go????
AJ, have a great day. I'm proud of who you've become, and wish you all the best always. I love you.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-918408322003-04-02T08:18:00.000-05:002003-04-02T08:18:22.090-05:00Yippee!!
Our Sometimes Sue team took all 7 points last night to move us into second place. We had a really good night: Frank had 559, Jeff 608, and Keith 666 (for Sue who is enjoying the sunshine in Cancun). I missed the first game because I had to pick Amy up, but bowled 170 and 176 for the other 2 games. We topped our high scratch game with 855, and moved into first for high hdcp. game with Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-914802972003-03-27T09:22:00.000-05:002003-03-27T09:22:11.200-05:00Two Weeks Later
I don't know how it happens, but 2 weeks goes by quickly. I will be returning to work on 3/31 after 7 weeks off with a broken wrist. I must say that I've been looking forward to going back. I'm sure that once I'm there, I'll wish I was back home again. But the wrist is healed; still a bit sore, along with the injured finger. Physical therapy started yesterday; they assure meJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-906493132003-03-13T10:17:00.000-05:002003-03-13T10:18:49.000-05:00Movin' On Up
We won 5 out of 7 points at bowling on Tues. night; the first time in about 5 weeks that we've had our full team there. We bowled the first place team, so we're closing the gap. We are now in second place, and will bowl the same team again next week, as it's position round. Hope we can stay near the top; it's nice up there.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-902360642003-03-06T08:27:00.000-05:002003-03-06T08:27:59.950-05:00Last Blast of Winter?
It's snowing...again. We've had enough snow for the winter. There are HUGE flakes falling. The weatherman said that it wouldn't stick to the roadways. Looking out the window, I see a white road. They don't know what they are talking about. I'm only hoping that this will be the end of it. I am so ready for spring.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-889754902003-02-12T10:18:00.000-05:002003-02-12T10:18:34.856-05:00Diagnosis
Yesterday I talked to the tech who works in the orthopedist's office. He said, "Well, it's broken". That's about all he said. Today I got "the call" from the doctor. He told me that the MRI showed a "nasty fracture". Not just in one place, but several cracks. OUCH!! No wonder why it hurts!! He still is hoping that the splint will be sufficient; he'll re-x-ray in 2 weeks to see Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-889702812003-02-12T08:16:00.000-05:002003-02-12T08:16:49.183-05:00One-Handed Bowling
Well, I went to bowling last night; figured I'd give it a try. I didn't realize how much I use my non-bowling hand until I picked up the ball. I really couldn't support it at all with the arm in the splint, so I basically bowled using only my right arm. Boy, do I feel it today. The muscles in the right arm are sore! But I bowled fairly well; made a 501 series. I even Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-888871242003-02-10T21:32:00.000-05:002003-02-10T21:32:45.203-05:00Looks Like A Fracture To Me
Well, I'm home from the MRI, and lucky for me I had a very nice tech who agreed to show me the pictures. His words were, "I don't know how they missed that fracture on the x-rays". So he pointed to a close up of the distal radius, and sure as anything there was a line through it. I said, "I guess that's not supposed to be there?" No, there should not be cracks in Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-888627532003-02-10T13:37:00.000-05:002003-02-10T21:27:14.000-05:00One and a Half Handed Typing
Wow, this is weird; I'm typing with my middle and ring fingers on my left hand taped together, and a splint on my left wrist. Why, you ask? Because on Saturday morning, I stepped out the front door to go to work and slipped on the ice. Went down on my butt, and caught myself with my left hand. Spent an hour at the emergency room, and came out all splinted up. Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-886168892003-02-05T18:51:00.000-05:002003-02-05T18:51:54.006-05:00A Handsome Waiter
Tonight Amy, Jeff, and I went to Charlie Brown's for dinner. Food was yummy (I had baby back ribs), but the waiter was so handsome....yes, none other than Dan!! He did a good job; I know he can't wait until he's done training, but then his money situation will improve! Worth waiting for, I'm sure. I love not having to cook!!Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-885876882003-02-05T08:19:00.000-05:002003-02-05T08:19:10.963-05:00Bowling
After losing the first game last night by only 13 pins, our team came back to win 5 points. It was a tough night for both teams, but I had a great second game: 245. I now have high women's game in the league. Sue bowled 223 the third game to take the third high spot. I won't talk about the guys on the team; they really struggled. Now they know they need us girls!!
I'm finally Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-881527822003-01-28T08:02:00.000-05:002003-01-28T08:02:46.120-05:00Sick
Once every winter, I get sick. The time this year is now. It started a few days ago with a mild sore throat and a cough. I made it through the weekend at work; not feeling too good, but survived. Yesterday it hit me like a ton of bricks. The teary eyes, stuffy nose, horrible cough, and a headache that won't quit. I only hope it doesn't become bronchitis, as it has a tendency to do. Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-879670952003-01-24T13:11:00.000-05:002003-01-24T13:13:03.000-05:00Working Out Is Fun
Yesterday I went for my first workout at Curves. Today I went after bowling; imagine 2 forms of excercise in one morning! I think I may be hooked. It's a great place, and in 30 minutes, you're finished! When the time was up, I couldn't believe how fast it had gone. I only hope I continue to like it. I'm working over the weekend, but I'll be back on Monday. Gotta stay Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-878534032003-01-22T13:54:00.000-05:002003-01-22T13:54:15.076-05:00A New Me?
All I can say is that I'm going to give it my best shot. Today I joined Curves for Women. Hopefully I'll go regularly, and see some results in time. I'm not looking for a miracle; just something to get me moving more than I move now. Wish me luck...Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-877469732003-01-20T16:41:00.000-05:002003-01-20T16:43:13.000-05:00Finally, A Scrub Nurse
Today, after 23 years on the job, I scrubbed solo for a Cesarean Section. The reason it took so long is because when I first started at the hospital, C-Sections were done by nurses in the Operating Room. By the time they decided to train us to do it in OB, I had developed a latex allergy, and there were no sterile gloves available for me to wear. So I have been the Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-876480202003-01-18T14:35:00.000-05:002003-01-18T14:36:16.000-05:00Tricia the Star
Last night, Amy and I went to see Tricia, my six year old niece in her first theater production. It was "theater week" at her school, and an outside director came in all week and taught about 50 kids in grades 1-4 their parts for the show. It was "The Pied Piper", but with a western theme. It was adorable; all the kids were fabulous. I think Tricia will now have the theater Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-875987402003-01-17T12:35:00.000-05:002003-01-17T12:35:19.043-05:00Bowling
Well, my Friday morning team has been in first place for several weeks now, and we were 12 points ahead going into this morning's series. Unfortunately, we lost all 7 points, losing the second game by only 2 pins. Lucky for us, the second place team only won 2 points, so we still hold a 10 point lead. I bowled very consistently; 166, 162, 169. Let's hope we have a better series next Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-875880502003-01-17T08:26:00.000-05:002003-01-17T08:33:34.000-05:00Car Shopping
We bought a new car yesterday. We hadn't planned on it, but AJ's car DIED last Saturday on his way back to school. Then came the debate; new or used? Since he drives a long distance to school (350 or so miles), we decided to go with the new. So yesterday morning we were at the Saturn dealer in Ramsey, and purchased a 2003 Ion. We picked it up yesterday afternoon, and will Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-865135522002-12-25T08:46:00.000-05:002002-12-25T08:49:48.000-05:00Merry Christmas to All!!
Yesterday was a great Christmas Eve, although we had to change our plans a bit. The threat of a winter storm for today was the reason for the change. Jeff is on standby for work this week, and he would be the first called out for bad weather to salt the roads. So Santa came to our house at about 9pm. We all opened our gifts, and were finished by 10. Everyone was Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-859577622002-12-13T14:13:00.000-05:002002-12-13T14:13:24.986-05:00Power Failure
I always look forward to bowling; both on Tues. evenings and also on Fri. mornings. Our Fri. team is in first place. I went to the chiropractor this morning, and made it to the lanes just in time to practice. All was going well into the 4th frame; then the power went out. No one seemed to know the cause, but after about 10 minutes, we heard that half of the town was also out. Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-856360992002-12-07T07:13:00.000-05:002002-12-07T07:15:50.000-05:00Hail to the Chief
Election night is over, and Jeff was elected Chief of the Woodcliff Lake Fire Department. His term will start January 1, 2003. The swearing in will take place at the Firehouse at 1pm that day. I know he'll do a good job; I'm very proud of him. I wonder what my duties will be as First Lady? Guess I'll find out soon.
Christmas party at Sheri and Joe's house today; they are Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-855899972002-12-06T08:30:00.000-05:002002-12-06T08:39:43.000-05:00First Snow
Well, the first snowstorm of the season hit yesterday, and winter's not even here yet! We got about 8 inches of snow. It sure looks nice, but driving was not fun. Amy had an early dismissal at school, and it was my carpool day. So I set out to gather the kids. NO ONE knows how to drive when it snows!! It was nice to deliver them all to their homes and then come home and stay Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-853858032002-12-02T12:49:00.000-05:002002-12-02T12:50:32.000-05:00Post-Thanksgiving
Well, Thanksgiving came and went...quickly! It was nice to have AJ home for the weekend; unfortunately I had to work Fri., Sat., and Sun. But we got to spend a bit of time together. Wednesday AJ, Amy, and I went to see the new Harry Potter movie. I enjoyed it, but not as much as the first one. Especially with the little kid sitting behind us that talked through the whole Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-849357392002-11-22T14:01:00.000-05:002002-11-22T14:01:41.326-05:00Gobble, Gobble
I won a turkey! Well, not actually a turkey, but a gift certificate...for bowling high game today. My high game was only 191, but it was high enough to earn the certificate. Doesn't take much to get me excited! The team had a mediocre day; we took 3 points, but we're still in first place by 7 points. No bowling next Friday. A day of rest after Thanksgiving, but not for me; I'mJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-849025032002-11-21T21:55:00.000-05:002002-11-21T21:55:06.633-05:00Oh, My!!
That's all I can say right now. AJ and Sue got me to start watching "24". I missed the last 2 weeks, but taped them. I just finished watching both episodes. Oh, my!! What a show. My fingernails are gone, my heart rate is up, and I can't wait until the next show. Time for bed now. 'Night.Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-841979662002-11-07T19:28:00.000-05:002002-11-07T19:28:01.933-05:00Manual Scorekeeping
Tuesday night at bowling we had to go back a decade and keep score manually. The computer stopped working at the end of the second game, so they brought us a pencil and scoresheet. Wow! It was really quite amusing; brought back the old times: drawing fences for missed spares, circling splits, coloring in boxes, and counting marks. We all got a laugh or two throughout the Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-838491992002-10-31T19:01:00.000-05:002002-10-31T19:01:54.330-05:00Happy Halloween
Happy Halloween to all!! It's my least favorite holiday, but as the little ones ring the bell and yell "Trick or Treat!", it does make me smile. They are very, very cute. Amy's out with friends collecting all sorts of goodies; I sure hope she shares!
Three weeks have passed since my back injury; it STILL hurts. I can't stand it. The chiropractor tells me to be patient, but Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-833095012002-10-21T14:51:00.000-04:002002-10-21T14:52:24.000-04:00Call Me A Slogger
I think that would be a slow blogger. It seems every ten days I get around to it. The problem with that is that I forget what happened in the past ten days! I do, however, remember our visit to AJ last weekend. We sure had a great time. The time went too fast, though, and before we knew it, we were facing that 5 1/2 hour drive home. But while we were there, I believe I Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-828508232002-10-11T13:53:00.000-04:002002-10-11T13:59:36.000-04:00Virginia, Here We Come
Ten days since my last entry. Not a whole lot of news. The maternity ward at PVH is busting at the seams; we've had a busy, busy week. Nice to see all the new, innocent babes. Sure makes the time go fast, too. But I'm glad to be off for a few days; won't return til Tuesday. Tomorrow, bright and early, I'll be heading down to VA with Sue and Amy to visit AJ. Can't Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-823942612002-10-01T21:57:00.000-04:002002-10-01T22:00:14.000-04:00My Sister Says "Blog"
My favorite sister, Sue, told me that I don't blog enough. So here I am. It has been a long time. So long, in fact, that I don't even know what happened in the past 2 weeks. Hmmm.....let's see. Sometimes Sue won 5 points last week thanks to Keith who bowled a perfect 300 game. How exciting is that!? It was phenomenal. Dan bowled for Sue; did ok, but decided that he Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-817754482002-09-18T11:24:00.000-04:002002-09-18T11:24:24.593-04:00Bowling
Our team, Sometimes Sue, had a good night last night. We won all 3 games, even though we only had mediocre scores. Luckily for us, the other team had a rough night. So now we're 14-7 for the season; off to a pretty good start. Next week Dan will debut subbing for Sue, and Keith will join us since Jeff has a Chief's meeting.
Dan dropped his sociology class this morning; I know he's Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-816674212002-09-16T07:39:00.000-04:002002-09-16T07:39:29.200-04:00Wildwood
We're back from Wildwood. We left yesterday morning due to bad weather; why spend the extra day sitting in the room? So we headed up the Garden State Parkway with every other NJ fireman and their families. The trip that should have taken 3 hours took 4. Yuck!
We had a good time, though. The weather from Wed. through Sat. was nice. We sat by the pool each day, got a bit of sun, Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-814333572002-09-10T22:03:00.000-04:002002-09-10T22:03:44.246-04:00Vacation Bound
It's been a bit since I've blogged. Since then, I had a forty-something birthday. Thanks to all who wished me a happy birthday. However, I think I've had enough birthdays. I'll leave birthdays for the younger folk.
Off to Wildwood for the NJ State Firemen's Convention tomorrow morning. I look forward to this trip each year; it's one last blast of summer. We've always made Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-812130192002-09-05T20:50:00.000-04:002002-09-05T20:51:53.000-04:00College Books; Need More Money
Being the parent of 2 college students isn't easy. It makes you realize that you're getting older (who, me?). It also makes you realize that your money is not really yours. $300 per child for this one semester in book costs. Actually a bit more than that; Dan needs 2 more books that we can get at Barnes and Noble. Does it make sense? Will the books get read?Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-808658272002-08-29T07:59:00.000-04:002002-08-29T08:17:57.000-04:00Emergency Personal Day
That's what yesterday was. The staffing office wouldn't budge, even though the unit was quiet. So, it goes. Spent the day with Dan and his friends, Mike and Carlos, at orientation at BCC. I felt like the mother of triplets; strange. Just glad I don't have to pay tuition for all of them. During the orientation, there was a fire alarm; had to evacuate the building. Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-807243552002-08-26T07:42:00.000-04:002002-08-26T07:42:13.593-04:00Ahh, A Day Off
Finished up 3 days in a row at work; luckily it was a quiet weekend. It'll be nice to have a day off today. Going to lunch with Coreen; that'll be fun; we haven't seen each other much this summer. Also taking Amy for back to school sneakers today; maybe I'll get a pair, too. Tonight marks the end of the summer bowling season for us; Fran and Dave will bowl for AJ and Karen. IJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-806635892002-08-24T16:05:00.000-04:002002-08-24T16:06:50.000-04:00Weekend update
It's been awhile; lets see....the Jackals game was lots of fun. Hamburgers in the parking lot, a bit of beer, then fun in the stadium. Seats were 3 rows behind the dugout. It's fun to watch up close. Had a very busy day at work on Wed; where do all these pregnant women come from? I guess I shouldn't complain; I have a job, and one that I really do love.
We picked Amy up fromJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-804720132002-08-20T08:29:00.000-04:002002-08-20T08:29:10.296-04:00Quiet House
We got Amy off to camp on Sunday; she'll be home Thursday night. Not too bad saying good-bye this time, I guess because I knew that it was only for 4 days. I do miss her, though. It's awfully quiet around here; Dan's the only one left home this week, and he's out more than he's in. Always out and about with his friends.
Bowling last night was good; we won 5 of 7 points. One Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-803873222002-08-18T07:30:00.000-04:002002-08-18T09:06:12.000-04:00Back Home
We had an uneventful trip home yesterday; left Harrisonburg at 9am and arrived here at 3pm. We were quite tired from a busy few days, but I really had a good time. AJ's apartment is nice, although the cleaning company didn't do a very good job between tenants. We took care of some of the cleaning; AJ will contact the realtor to take care of some of the bigger problems. His room Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-803267832002-08-16T13:54:00.000-04:002002-08-18T09:01:14.000-04:00Blogging from Virginia
Well, we are in Harrisonburg, VA at AJ's new apartment. We've had a busy 24 hours; I'll update at a later time. But he's basically settled in, and I think he'll be happy here; much more room than the dorm! We're going to Buffalo Wild Wings for dinner tonight, and Jeff and I will head back to NJ tomorrow morning. Oh, how I hate good-byes (sniff, sniff).Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-802355132002-08-14T12:15:00.000-04:002002-08-16T13:49:56.000-04:00Family Update
It's been a long time since my last entry, but it's also been a busy week. Amy is recovering nicely from the dog bite. AJ is leaving today for his junior year at James Madison University. I will miss him. Why doesn't it get easier each time he leaves? But I know he'll have a good year. He's moving off campus to an apartment with his roommate, Dan. I'm sure they'll enjoy the Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-799571732002-08-07T19:27:00.000-04:002002-08-07T19:27:21.330-04:00Another Wait
Well, not as long a wait as last night, but about an hour in the plastic surgeon's waiting room. Once called in, Amy and I waited a few minutes for the doctor to come in. He asked what we were there for, listened to our story, took a quick peek at the wound, and told the nurse to cover it with bacitracin and a band-aid. He prescribed a high dose of Augmentin to ward off infectionJudihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-799345762002-08-07T09:10:00.000-04:002002-08-07T09:10:56.503-04:00Emergency Room Nightmare
Yesterday started out like any other ordinary day. And it was until King, our friends' German Shepard came to visit. We're watching him while they're on vacation, and Jeff brought him to our house yesterday afternoon for a bit of exercise in the back yard. He made his way into the house, and Amy took him by the collar to lead him back out. I guess he didn't really Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3683247.post-798222322002-08-04T20:14:00.000-04:002002-08-04T20:14:31.573-04:00I am a Blogger?
Well, here it is: my first blog. AJ talked me into trying it; we'll see how it goes. It's a bit confusing to me, but he promises that I'll get the hang of it, and enjoy it.
Today was our long awaited Mets game against the Diamondbacks. AJ, Karen, Sue, Jeff, and I went. They lost 12-7, but we had a good time anyway. We tailgated in the parking lot, and tried to stay out of Judihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02795091441606681794noreply@blogger.com