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Military Songs...Sure to Make You Proud!

Good evening readers. When my husband was in Iraq the first time, I would search the web for all things military related. I always loved to hear any songs about military life and so I am making a list for all of you. These songs may make you laugh...or cry, but I hope you enjoy them. I was putting the videos on here so you could watch them, but it was too much to have loading at once. If you type these in youtube, the videos will come up :)

1. American Soldier- Toby Keith
What person associated with the Armed Forces can't love this song? This is a great one for wives, husbands, soldiers, children and all family alike.


2.Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue- Toby Keith
What can I say? The man can sing a good military song. This song is excellent. It makes you proud to be an
American.


3. Letters from War- Mark Schultz
Ladies, this one is sure to make you cry. It has a happy ending though. This is one of my favorites, I would listen to it whenever I needed a good cry.


4. Bumper of My SUV- Chely Wright
This song reminds us how narrow minded some people can be. It is a reminder that not everyone supports our troops and that is sad. It is a wonderful song!


5. I'm Already There- Lonestar
A reminder that no matter where your soldier may be, he is always in your heart.


6. Soldiers and Jesus- James Otto
This is one of my personal favorites. I absolutely love this song and completely agree with it. If there is one song you should listen to, it is definitely this one.


7. A Soldier's Wife- Roxie Dean
She sings a lot of truths about being a military wife. It's a hard life and it takes a special woman to be married to a soldier.


8. Sleeping with the Telephone- Reba McIntyre & Faith Hill
This is a new one for me. It is not one of the best ones in my opinion, but still good.


9. Just a Dream- Carrie Underwood
This is another one that will make you cry. I remember the first time I heard it, on my way to work. I was crying so hard by the time I got there. This is every military spouses worst nightmare.


10. Letters from Home- John Michael Montgomery
This is another good one. If you know anyone deployed, you should keep in touch. They need all the support from home they can get :)


There are a million more I could put on here, but that is enough for now. I will have future posts with more military songs on them. If you have any to suggest just let me know and I will include them in the next one. I appreciate any and all comments. It would be great if you wanted to follow my blog:)

Mountain Dew...Without You How Will I Survive?

"Actually, I think all addiction starts with soda. Every junkie did soda first. But no one counts that. Maybe they should. The soda connection is clear. Why isn't a presidential commission looking into this? Or at least some guys from the National Carbonation Council."
- Chris Rock

I made an unconscious decision at the beginning of this year to stop drinking pop (or as some folks call it, soda). Why unconscious you ask? Because I never really decided to stop drinking it, it just sort of happened. I started drinking more water and in turn cut out all the Mountain Dew I was knocking back. I mean who doesn't love a bubbly caffeine fueled Mountain Dew? The trick is to not completely cut it out. I was drinking 1-2 pops per day, and now I am down to that many per week. So I guess I haven't completely given it up, but have made a big leap in that direction.



I tried to quit drinking pop cold turkey before...it was not pretty. I lasted about a month. It seemed like all I could think about was my beloved Mountain Dew (okay maybe a slight exaggeration, but a girl is allowed that once in a while). Once I indulged myself, I couldn't stop. Haha okay, so I have to admit, it wasn't that bad. I am super proud of myself for giving it up (mostly) though.

What is your favorite pop? Do you know of anyone who doesn't drink pop at all? I appreciate all comments and feedback.

Guess Who's Back?

It has been a few months since I have written, or even been on my blog. Of course, I don't have a following yet so that doesn't really matter. I am going to now be taking this blog in a new direction.



My husband will be going back for his second tour in Iraq in January of 2012. So the year long count down started the beginning of this month. I will be writing about the trials and tribulations of this tough time. We haven't received his official orders yet, so I guess you could say it is not set in stone. The first time he was gone, it was an emotional roller coaster. I would go from laughing to crying in the space of a second. I had my good days and my bad, definitely more bad than good. If there are any other military spouses that choose to follow this, I appreciate any and all comments and questions.

For my first post back, I am gonna talk about our dog Peanut. I had previous posts about him, but I will put a picture in here so you can see him.

This is Peanut. He is about 10 months old I think. Everyone says he is so ugly he is cute, but I have to disagree. I think he is going to be one of the toughest things to deal with when my husband is over seas. My husband is the one who plays with him and gets him all tired out to cuddle with me. :) Whenever he isn't home, Peanut just goes crazy. He barks constantly and just generally misbehaves. So that will be one obstacle to overcome.

I will be writing more regularly, so check back and leave some feedback or comments if you want. I usually just write about whatever comes to mind, so I hope you enjoy. Have a good night!!!

Being an adult means....

1. Paying your bills (and paying them on time!)



2. Going to work everyday...even if you don't want too

3. Taking responsibility for your actions, even if they were wrong

4. Cleaning up, even if your parent's are not there to tell you to do it

5. Having insurance, whether it be auto, home, life or health we all need it. I know...everyone hates insurance, but suck it up. It is a necessary part of life.

6. Doing the laundry


7. Doing what needs done, even if it isn't what you want to do


8. Living on your own. You can't live with your parents forever! (Well maybe you could, but why would you want too?


9. Budgeting your money (no you can't go out and blow your paycheck on whatever strikes your fancy)


10. Being yourself, even if that means not fitting in with the "crowd"

I love any and all comments. It would be fantastic if you would follow my blog! Thanks for checking it out!

The Customer is NOT Always Right!

Whoever believes "the customer is always right" obviously never worked in customer service.

Since I have been 16-years-old, I have always worked with the general public. Let me tell you, 9 times out of 10 they are definitely WRONG! (I just made up that little fun fact haha). I don't mind a healthy debate with one of our customers, but when they start getting hostile and cursing at me, I get defensive. I had a man call the other day very upset from the start. He wouldn't let me get a word in and he just ranted and raved continuously. I tried in vain to answer all the questions and problems he had, to no avail. He eventually told me to "stop talking to me like I'm a damn idiot!" It took everything I had not to say, "Well then stop being a damn idiot!" I refrained though, and he finally calmed down and listened to what I had to say.

So the next time you think about yelling or screaming at someone who is just doing their job, please think twice! (If they deserve it, it is ok though hehe) Every once in a while, you will get someone in customer service who just hates life and is rude. I don't think it is right to be mean back, just ignore it and go on with your day. I think you should try to be nice to everyone you meet, you might just brighten someone's day!

I appreciate all comments!

If I have to live through another blonde moment!

So basically my blonde moment for today boils down to this....I gave someone too much change. This is how it all happened:

I get to work about 5 minutes before the actual office opens to customers. I get my computer turned on and I get my poptarts open and start eating (yes I have poptarts almost every day for breakfast). So one of our customers shows up to make a payment before we even open! Of course I am the one who gets stuck helping him.

He gives me the money and I go to get him change. I give him $12 back and he leaves. I then realize that "oh no!! those three $20s he gave me were actually two $20s and a $10!" I gave him $10 too much. (Hey not necessarily my fault, I didn't get a chance to eat my poptarts yet!) So I tried to call the number we have listed for him and of course it is no longer a working number.

 

So here comes the wonderful part...he calls me about 3 hours later and tells me I gave him too much change. Hallelujah for good Samaritan's!! He is going to bring it back to me so therefore I don't have to pay it out of my pocket! Thank you very much gentleman who shall remain nameless!

So besides a different man who proceeded to call and yell at me and tell me "not to talk to him like a damn idiot" My day is looking considerably brighter!