My Children....This time its Erin Rose

Out of sheer boredom tonight, I've decided to post another little blurb about my kids..This time its about my dear sweet Erin Rose,(or Missy as we all call her). Here is a little insight into her strange personality. I love her to death!

If you are ever at the grocery store bending down to read the labels on the bottom shelf of the canned goods isle..be careful. My Missy has been known to knock a stranger off balance with one quick nudge, in the hopes of helping them off the floor with a quick "Hi! I'm Erin!" Its a little mortifying...slightly sadistic...and socially unacceptable, but you cant help but laugh at the lengths she would go just to make a friend. Its hard to be mad at a fiery red head with a gappy tooth grin.

My Children....

From the time my son was 5, I started writing down all the funny, horrible, disgusting, and amazing things my kids have done, in the hopes that one day I can make a book for them to look back on. I sorta wanted to share a few on occasion, starting with the very first incident that inspired this project. Be on the lookout for more to come! Here is Eric's first story:

My son(at this time, age 5) does so many strange things. The kinds of things that infuriate me, make me laugh or make me want to cry. Tonight he managed to make me do all of the above. After dinner this evening before it was time for bed, Eric came to me in my room and softly said, "When you put me to bed tonight I want you to close your eyes so you don't see the bad thing I did in my room." You can imagine what thoughts raced through my mind...Was it like the "I wanted to make egg salad sandwiches" incident where dozens of cracked raw eggs, a loaf of bread, and a pot lay hidden under my dining room table? Was it going to be as disgusting as that day he couldn't make it to the bathroom on time so a natural squat in his toy box sufficed? Maybe another artistic endeavor was made with sharpie markers on his walls? I bravely asked him "What did you dooooooo..." He hung his head low and refused to speak..I reminded him that he isn't physically punished for telling me things outright but if I had to discover them on my own then he would regret it. He replied, "I broke your wall...." My eyes lit up in horror. "I broke your wall" he continued, "while trying to show Erin I could swing from the curtains like a super hero." As I put my kids to bed I noticed he had indeed broken my wall...Where the curtain rod had once rested peacefully, a crumbling mess of gaping holes and plaster now lay...I can only hope that in the near future I can laugh about the things he does in the name of entertainment and blissful ignorance. Until then, writing is the only way I can express myself while pulling my hair out.

Today I salute Roller Skating!

At the tender age of 6 I borrowed my neighbors skates (2 sizes too big) and began practicing in the carport of our Beale AFB housing unit. By age 7 I had my very first pair of white skates with hot pink wheels. Oh the memories! I practically lived in my skates for years. It was AMAZING. Spins, twirls, rolling down hills in the squat while holding one leg out, off the ground, down long hills....Life was good! (And my legs looked great!) Around Jr. High the skates were hung up and other interests took over...However I find myself now, at age 31, reembarking on my roller skating journey! I have become fascinated with Roller Derby. My adult friends have taken to calling me up on a Saturday night just to hang out at the nearest rink. My new goal is to own a black pair of skates with hot pink flames. I know...I'm a dork. As I step onto that slick floor to old skool classics, the old familiar thigh burn comes back to me as I do cross-overs around corners, trying not to knock over the nearest little kid who happens to roll in front of me. Its a nostalgic and amazing feeling....not to mention a great work-out! So today I salute you, Fountain Valley Skate Center! I plan to visit you at least once a month!

Massage by Jeri

Welcome to Massage by Jeri! This is going to be the first of many blog posts regarding my out-call and in-home massage business! I am looking for new clients in the Orange County area, and promise to maintain a professional and tranquil environment to relax the mind, body, and soul.




~SPA MENU AND PRICE LIST~

Swedish~$40 (1 hr)
Deep Tissue~$60 (1 hr)
Hot Stone~$80 (this is done in my home, and is for 1.5 hrs)
Reflexology~ $30 (30 min)
Head,Neck, and Scalp massage~$30 (30 min)
Stretching/Range of motion exercises~$50 (1 hr. Great for pre and post sports events!)

Make an appointment today!

714-907-7489

REFERRALS ARE WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED!

New haircolor (s)

The Scent of Compatibility

According to Body Sense magazine, everyone emits aromatic molecules that indicate genetic compatibility with another person. I find this really interesting! As it turns out, this genetic signature, called major histocompatibility complex (MHC), can be interfered with by contraception pills. Generally, researchers find that the best partners have different MHC odors. Couples of dissimilar MHC genes have been found to remain more faithful to each other and report being more satisfied in their relationship. Women on the pill, however, tend to be attracted to mates with identical MHC odors. In short, women may prefer different men when they're on the pill than when they're off it. Crazy!

TODAY I GRADUATED!

I've done it!!! Its been the fastest most grueling year of my life, and I never once considered quitting! Today I have graduated the accredited CNI college with a 720 hour diploma in Massage Therapy. A few days ago my sister surprised me with this awesome homemade cake at school. My best school friend, Amanda, also surprised me with Sunflowers. I'm so lucky! This has been an emotional moment for me. As a single mother of three small children, starting over in life, this was just the career path I needed. I couldn't be happier with my decision, and i'm grateful for the support. By the end of September (maybe before) I plan to be Nationally certified and state licensed. Within the next 2 years I plan to be in a banks office going over my proposal to start my own Day Spa. I will be successful. I am determined. I am driven. I am creative, smart, and enthusiastic enough to pull this off! Thank you to everyone who has supported me and become permanent clients of mine. I adore you all and hope you will continue to follow me through my journey. You only live life once. Make it count! Do what you love!!