Prop Me Up Beside the Jukebox if I Die

Well, I'm 40 years old.  There was nothing I could do to stop it.  Good ol' Father Time remains undefeated and keeps adding years onto my life, no matter how many fits I throw. If I'm lucky, I'll manage to stick around another 40 years which is scary because the first 40 went quickly.  It's been a wild and incredibly journey getting here.  I woke up to a lovely message HAPPY 40th BIRTHDAY TIFFANY WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH (hung in our family room)...courtesy of the hubs who also sent me a comical email of 40 things he loved about me.

I'll spare you all 40 but picked out a few favorites:

• You went to Western Freaking Kentucky University and graduated. Wow.
• You're the mother of our kids, and even though they're crazy, I'm glad you gave birth to those little pups.
• You put your career on hold so I could have mine, and aren't you glad, cause we are rich now!!!
• You love gangsta rap.
• You broke your nose once and didn't let that end your life.  You kept trying and now you're a successful candy-crusher.
• You sent me a gorilla on my birthday to give me a lap dance.
• You have never been to prison.

He writes from the heart, can't you tell =). 

During my garage workouts (yep, that's my workout center), I like to watch movies to pass the time.  This week's feature was About Schmidt, one of my favs.  I love the part at the beginning when Warren trying to find some connection with his wife, Helen, of 42 years.

Lately...every night. I find myself asking the same question: 

Who is this old woman who lives in my house?
Why is it that every little thing she does irritates me?
Like the way she gets the keys out of her purse - long before we reach the car.
And how she throws our money away on her ridiculous little collections.
And tossing out perfectly good food, - just because the expiration date is past.
And her obsession...her obsession with trying new restaurants.
And the way she cuts me off when I try to speak.
And I hate the ways she sits.
And the way she smells.
 
Cracks me up.  I'm grateful to have a partner who is tolerant of me.  How he has managed to stick around (and put up with me) for the last 20 years, I have no clue, but I sure am glad.  I adore him and unlike Warren and Helen, I cannot wait to own an RV one day and do some cross country traveling together.

Yesterday was busy as usual.  March 30 turned out to be one of those days that everything landed on.  I had already committed to working the Reality Fair at South Middle.  I always represent SKyPAC at the "Entertainment Booth."  I usually work the South and Central fair(s) but haven't heard from Central yet.  I like working with the kids and needling them a little too.  This year was extra exciting because I got to work with Karson's class and knew a lot of the kids.  I spent most of the morning there.  Meanwhile, my mom went to 212 Academy to watch Isaac's bridge building competition.  He and his buddies Eli and Brett were Team Sand Cats.  Unfortunately, they came in 2nd to last in the competition, meaning they probably won't be Civil Engineers (but if they do go that route, be sure to find out which bridges they've built and avoid them - hah).

Anyone who knows me knows my absolute favorite restaurant is Chuy's.  There's no place I'd rather spend my birthday than there.  It's even better when all my family is there to celebrate too. Matt put together a nice little soiree for me complete with Tres Leches cake for everyone.

 Yep, my sister and sister from another-mother Lisa both got me wine and wine glasses - they know me well.  I got some lovely cards, gift cards to Bath and Body (the best store ever), cash, and a bourbon barrel 'D' sign.

How did I get this lucky? I have the best family in the world!  They make turning 40 pretty wonderful!

Off to Cancun for a couple of days at Secrets Maroma Beach for some R & R!

Roller King in the Making

 In case anyone is wondering where I've spent most of Friday nights the last month, it's at the Skate Center.  We've become roller rats.  Miles absolutely loves skating.  He loves it so much that we decided to order him his very own pair of roller skates.  They arrived in the mail Friday afternoon and fit like a charm.

He did some practice spins in the garage.  Friday night's session begins at 7 PM.  Of course, Miles was ready to go promptly at 6:30.  I told him that it was a little early but we could run by Dollar General and pick up some glow bracelets for Glow Skating (we're regulars now, like I told y'all).  It's not that the glow items are expensive at the Skate Center.  But, everyone rushes the counter, so I figured we'd go prepared.

I have failed to mention that Miles, like Karson, has a "significant other."  I didn't know I'd have two kids "dating" but whatever.  Miles's friend is an excellent skater and goes to the Skate Center a lot.  She was there Friday night.  They did a little hand holding here and there =).  I, on the other hand, opted out of skating this weekend and decided to wear a pair of walking shoes and walk laps around the rink.  I figured I might as well get some exercise if I'm trapped there for three hours.  I wish Mama Smurf (aka the owner) had asked me to step in as DJ.  The music was awful Friday night - lots of slow songs.  I don't think the regular DJ was there because he/she (whoever) always has some popping, fresh and CURRENT tunes.  It was a dreadful ear attack and hard to stay awake.  I managed to make it until 10:30 PM.  Lots of late nights in my future at the Skate Center.

Made in 1977

It's already March, and I've missed an entire month of blogging.  There have been lots of blog worthy posts, simply haven't had the energy or desire to write.  Plan and simple.  I love blogging, especially looking back through old posts and reliving moments.  Maybe it's because I'm tired? busy? lazy?  Maybe it's because of watching too much TV? playing too much Candy Crush?  Maybe it's because the weather has been gorgeous this winter, and I've spent a lot of evenings out walking with my neighbor?  Maybe it's because of all the time I've spent at the basketball gym?  I really don't know.  I'm going to blame everything from here on out to turning '40' this month - March 30.  Yep, that's it.  I'm about to be '40' and there's nothing I can do about it.  I ordered a shirt today off Amazon.  Hope it fits because according to the size chart, an XL is equivalent to a size 8?  Weird.  I don't care because I used my points, and it was super cheap.  I got an updated passport for my birthday because my brother-in-law and sister are flying Matt and I to Cancun for a few days of all-inclusive fun.  I've never been to Cancun and am beyond excited!  Got to lose a few pounds so I can gain a few pounds, know what I mean?!?  I'm getting ahead of myself though and the goal of this blog was to highlight some Deaton happenings...

Isaac got to hang out with some of his pals and play laser tag in Nashville.  He's looking pretty fierce with his crew.

 Miles had a virus on Valentine's Day (and the day before) so he didn't get to go to school.  Our sweet neighbor Laila (who is also in his class) brought over his box and goodies to cheer him up.  Matt and I spent the evening in Logan County at the high school watching Karson play JV for South - a hot date!  South's coach asked the 8th grade starters to participate in the last few weeks of practice and games at the high school.  I'm looking forward to seeing some more high school action next winter.  Her middle school team (below) had their banquet in February.  You won't find a sweeter group of girl athletes on any team!  Guaranteed!  They all love each other and work well together.

 

Karson her Advertising Design Team (Jr. BETA) came in 2nd place at the state convention and qualified for Nationals - meaning a trip to Disney is happening this summer.  If any blog readers out there want to donate to my depleted checking account, please feel free.  I'm happy for her and the team and know it will be an exciting, memorable trip.

 

Speaking of trips...in a few short weeks, Matt, Karson and I will travel with about 70+ high school juniors to Boston for the APUSH trip.  Lots of flying for me in the next couple of months!  I find it strange that I haven't flown in a while, and all of sudden, I'm flying to Cancun, Boston and Disney, all within a few months. 

 Have I mentioned I'm going to be an aunt again?  Andrew and MacKenzie are having a baby girl in August.  She will join the Deaton-side of the family along with our favorite 1-year old on the planet - Mae Kathryn - who will turn 2 in August (she's John and Laura's daughter).  I miss the kids being small like Mae.  She is PURE joy to be around.  The kids adore her and we are always eager to babysit.  She's a reminder that 'yes' I'm '40' and about to have a high school freshman and middle schooler this fall & only two more years at Plano with Miles.  Ugh!?!  The days are long but the year's are short.  

Hug your babies!  Before you know it, they'll be taller than you, drinking wine and carrying purses.  Make Isaac's day and like his video's on Youtube!  He's trying to make it big y'all!

 

Miles is addicted to roller skating.  He went to a birthday party two weeks ago and is hooked.  I'm not sure if it's the actual skating or if he enjoyed being the only boy at the birthday party =).  He's a ladies man, what can I say?  His "friend" Ariel invited him to her birthday party, and they were inseparable the whole time.  She's a professional skater, and he could barely keep from falling multiple times in one lap.  He wanted to meet up with her last weekend, but she couldn't make it.  He, however, went again.  Best $6 spent for three hours of entertainment.  Isaac went too and had a blast but got a huge blister.  Miles is already asking me about this weekend.  I might have a future speed skater on my hands.  However, I'm ready to see him get back into golf.  I think he's forgotten how much fun it is and how good he is at it.  I'm hoping Matt will sign him up for some tournaments this summer.

Until I blog again....