#89 Sort Closets

Can't be called a hoarder. I had a productive nesting weekend. Making room for the baby, I went through several closets to pitch trash and sort garage sales items. By reorganizing the closets, I was able to condense them down to provide an empty closet ready for doll size clothes and toys. Those closets will NEVER be that organized again. It was kind of fun at times to sort through boxes and reminisce about forgotten trinkets. I can only imagine all the stuff I am going to collect as our daughter grows up - unable to toss away those adorable crayon drawing and hand-print turkeys. I only think I have enough room right now.

#12 Attend a weather spotting class

Tonight I went to my first storm spotting class. For reasons I can not explain, once I heard about these free informational classes for the community, it intrigued me. It definitely made me appreciate the intelligence of the weather men that used to annoy the piss out of me. I am not about to go sign up for the storm chaser crew, but I learned a few interesting facts on storms and weather that I can tuck back in the trivial knowledge file drawer in my brain to collect dust. I'd like to thank those storm chasers and weather men reading the radar for looking out for me and the community. Never underestimate the power of mother nature. :)

#27 Do my taxes with less help

I have come to the conclusion that this one is not going to happen. . . ever. Everyone has their own skills and talents and accounting is NOT mine. I had every intention of this year trying to work through as much as my taxes on my own as I could. But once again, my poor mother sat so patiently next to me explaining this foreign mumbo jumbo to me step by step for the 10th time. Hoping maybe some day it will have been repeated to me enough times that I might catch on. So, god bless my mom and her skills. Couldn't do it without you. Gurrrrr

# 44 Make a headboard

With a little help from my friends, I have "design on a dimed" my bedroom. What started out as blank white walls and bland decor became a retro room I am pretty of proud of. Not only did I make the headboard, I also sewed the curtains. You must know this is quite an accomplishment for the anti Martha Stewart. I feel compelled to tell you the room did not transform without a few speed-bumps. There were several colorful words that blew through the walls during the sewing project. Did I mention I hate sewing? And poor Ben will probably be a little leery to offer his help in hanging anything the next time.

So to Ben, I appreciated your help very much. What a hot hunk of a manly man you are winging your drill and screwdrivers around;) Thank you Mom. What a HUGE help you were with the curtains. And thanks to my good friend, Trina, where it all began. It was your vision and guidance that started if off.

P.S. - If you like this room, then you need to visit Trina's design web site www.deezeyener.com. She is a sweet and talented interior designer that has remained so patient with me while I slowly transformed the room.

#75 Read a newspaper in coffee shop

We found this hidden little gem of a coffee shop this morning simply called the "Donut Hole". An eclectic type hangout where obviously there specialty is donuts; but not just any donuts. Anything and everything you can think of they have concocted. For instance: maple and bacon, peanut butter cup or oatmeal cookie donuts. Why we have not come across this sooner is beyond me. As soon as sweets start sounding good to me again, you can bet I'll be back.

#34 get Pregnant

Here's a big one!!! Got to be one the of most, if not the most exciting time in my life. . . when I found out I was pregnant. That thought consumes my day to day life, thinking constantly of the miracle. Can't wait to get fat!!! Now I should probably step it up a little on my list here. I imagine I'll discover a lack of free time in a few months.

#15, #26, #72, #80

So, apparently it's been awhile since I've checked my list and I was pleasantly surprised to find several I could cross off. Yippy!! #26 Read all of Jodi Picoult books: She is by far my favorite author. So, it's a little bittersweet to have finished the last one. She better get on the ball and write several more. #15 Attend a bible study: I enjoy the new friends and fellowship in the weekly bible study. Gives us all a chance to study the word and be able to divulge personal issues without fear of judgement. #72 Stand in the pouring rain for fun: I am going to count the time that I was running a 3 miler through the neighborhood with my friend and we got caught in the rain. No, we were not being chased; we were running for exercise and it was exhilarating. #80 Teach Tuck a new Trick: We are still mastering it, but I think he has learned what his specific "Kong" toy is, so he will fetch it for me to put peanut butter in.

So basically, it appears it's the small little things that make my simple life feel more fufilled. Got a long ways to go to get this list done :)