Earlier today I wrote about watching less TV, and here I sit, writing about a television program!
There are so many questions...
Why is Jacob not-so-mysterious anymore?
How is John Locke both dead and alive simultaneously?
Is this show a metaphor for destiny?
I really am quite blown away by this show.
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
The Duggars
I love the Duggars! Jim Bob and Michelle and their 18 little (and not-so-little) offspring are some of the sweetest people TLC have ever filmed.
Here they are in 2008. There are only 17 kids pictured.
The most recent Duggar was still in utero at this point. Also missing is Anna Duggar, Josh's wife.
In a discussion with a couple friends the other day (and I know one of them is definitely reading this), we talked a bit about the Duggars, and I shared with them that I would love to be as joyful as the mom on that show. Now, I like my clothes better, and I am pretty sure I prefer my hair to be proportional (no mullets for me, thank you), but Michelle is one happy lady with a lot of appreciation for the simple things in life. She doesn't need fancy clothes, pampering vacations, or even attention to make her smile. Despite what some may say about having 18 kids, I have to say that this woman is truly admirable.
Now, onto Josh and Anna... they were engaged in the summer of 2008 and married the day before us! They had not a drop of alcohol at their wedding, nor dancing. I'm not so sure I could have offered that sort of party to my friends and family without some major complaining, but it worked for the newest Mr. and Mrs. Duggar. The latest news is that they are expecting a baby. (Mom, don't get any ideas!) Congrats to them. They really do seem in love, if not a bit young and naive.
So here's something else to think about... while America watches their every move on TV, the Duggars rarely turn theirs on. That makes me wonder: if I want to be more like Michelle Duggar, what sort of changes do I need to make? Hmmm? Cutting out some television seems the most likely step, as I'm sure I am past the age where having 18 children is possible for me.
Chris is cringing as he reads.
With all the jokes I make TO HIM about having lots of babies, he rarely expects me to share it with the outside world. So it took him by surprise when buying life insurance, and the agent asked us when we thought we might like to convert our policy from term to some other crazy kind, and my response was, "Let's see, by the time we have the tenth baby, I'll be 43..." Jaw off the floor, insurance man! My husband loves it!
Here they are in 2008. There are only 17 kids pictured.The most recent Duggar was still in utero at this point. Also missing is Anna Duggar, Josh's wife.
In a discussion with a couple friends the other day (and I know one of them is definitely reading this), we talked a bit about the Duggars, and I shared with them that I would love to be as joyful as the mom on that show. Now, I like my clothes better, and I am pretty sure I prefer my hair to be proportional (no mullets for me, thank you), but Michelle is one happy lady with a lot of appreciation for the simple things in life. She doesn't need fancy clothes, pampering vacations, or even attention to make her smile. Despite what some may say about having 18 kids, I have to say that this woman is truly admirable.
Now, onto Josh and Anna... they were engaged in the summer of 2008 and married the day before us! They had not a drop of alcohol at their wedding, nor dancing. I'm not so sure I could have offered that sort of party to my friends and family without some major complaining, but it worked for the newest Mr. and Mrs. Duggar. The latest news is that they are expecting a baby. (Mom, don't get any ideas!) Congrats to them. They really do seem in love, if not a bit young and naive.
So here's something else to think about... while America watches their every move on TV, the Duggars rarely turn theirs on. That makes me wonder: if I want to be more like Michelle Duggar, what sort of changes do I need to make? Hmmm? Cutting out some television seems the most likely step, as I'm sure I am past the age where having 18 children is possible for me.
Chris is cringing as he reads.
With all the jokes I make TO HIM about having lots of babies, he rarely expects me to share it with the outside world. So it took him by surprise when buying life insurance, and the agent asked us when we thought we might like to convert our policy from term to some other crazy kind, and my response was, "Let's see, by the time we have the tenth baby, I'll be 43..." Jaw off the floor, insurance man! My husband loves it!
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Terrible blogger...
...is what I am! Or I could just be honest and say that I have been hibernating since the last post.
And another reason I'm a terrible blogger is my mis-named blog. For a blog entitled "The Kelly Newlyweds" it sure looks like all I want to talk about is the darn wedding!
So I am brainstorming some new topics to discuss with y'all. Feel free to comment on the topic I should blog about next...
And another reason I'm a terrible blogger is my mis-named blog. For a blog entitled "The Kelly Newlyweds" it sure looks like all I want to talk about is the darn wedding!
So I am brainstorming some new topics to discuss with y'all. Feel free to comment on the topic I should blog about next...
- Why red wine is so delicious
- How difficult it is to keep a house clean
- Why I've gained the "freshman 15" since getting married
- What I think of the family with 18 kids
- (On a similar note) what I think of the octuplet mom
- That I'm super excited to almost have a Master's degree
- How great it is to work from home
- Why I love Ikea
- How I struggle to stay organized and clutter-free (that's one for Oprah)
- Why my family is the best family ever
- How my cats exactly mimic Garfield and Nermil in every way possible
- How great a new kitchen would be in our home
- Why "Que Chula Es Puebla" has the best Mexican food in Philadelphia
- Why I think the movie Vacancy is not horror, but horrible
- Why we don't want a dog before a family
Monday, January 12, 2009
Friday, October 3, 2008
Post Nuptial Depression
Perhaps it's odd that after a beautiful wedding like ours, I could find myself in a state of deep depression, but it's true!
I am suffering from a self-diagnosed form of PND - post nuptial depression. (No, it's not in the DSM-IV, but I will get it put in the DSM-V for sure!) It's now been 6 days since the wedding, and although I am recovering, I am still feeling the pangs of sadness now that the wedding's all over. Some things that cause a tear to fall every so often include the bouquet I've hung to dry, my wedding dress draped over a chair in my bedroom, the veil hanging above the stairs (still wrinkled from it's days in a plastic bag), and of course, the pictures sent by friends and family. I really did cry a little bit when I saw the pics for the first time, but each day since, I've been able to choke back the tears a little more, and was finally able to smile once or twice when seeing how happy we looked on Saturday.
So, the real question here is "Am I crazy?" Am I? (I think I can actually hear the dreaded answer over the Web. Don't shout!) I anticipated feeling this way after the wedding, considering the months of wedding planning. I thoroughly enjoyed much of it - from the time I spent researching the most economical way to buy bubbles, straight through to the entire day Colleen and I spent ironing on the Phillies shirts. It was all a pleasure! (Now I hear you screaming how crazy I am!)
I am doing better now, even though I keep thinking things like, "Last week at this time, I was..." (at the time I'm writing this, I'm thinking "...getting ready for the Phillies game." I try to stay postive thinking that I love my husband. Every time I see his left hand with that ring, it's a little amazing to me! I think of how much fun I had last week and of all the great people who celebrated with us, and my tears turn into smiles.
(Okay, I get it... after re-reading this, I know I'm nuts!)
I am suffering from a self-diagnosed form of PND - post nuptial depression. (No, it's not in the DSM-IV, but I will get it put in the DSM-V for sure!) It's now been 6 days since the wedding, and although I am recovering, I am still feeling the pangs of sadness now that the wedding's all over. Some things that cause a tear to fall every so often include the bouquet I've hung to dry, my wedding dress draped over a chair in my bedroom, the veil hanging above the stairs (still wrinkled from it's days in a plastic bag), and of course, the pictures sent by friends and family. I really did cry a little bit when I saw the pics for the first time, but each day since, I've been able to choke back the tears a little more, and was finally able to smile once or twice when seeing how happy we looked on Saturday.
So, the real question here is "Am I crazy?" Am I? (I think I can actually hear the dreaded answer over the Web. Don't shout!) I anticipated feeling this way after the wedding, considering the months of wedding planning. I thoroughly enjoyed much of it - from the time I spent researching the most economical way to buy bubbles, straight through to the entire day Colleen and I spent ironing on the Phillies shirts. It was all a pleasure! (Now I hear you screaming how crazy I am!)
I am doing better now, even though I keep thinking things like, "Last week at this time, I was..." (at the time I'm writing this, I'm thinking "...getting ready for the Phillies game." I try to stay postive thinking that I love my husband. Every time I see his left hand with that ring, it's a little amazing to me! I think of how much fun I had last week and of all the great people who celebrated with us, and my tears turn into smiles.
(Okay, I get it... after re-reading this, I know I'm nuts!)
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Quick Update - Read the summary of what's been going on in our lives...
This blog is dedicated to Aunt Arlene, who told me she was missing my postings and made me think that maybe, just maybe, someone out there was reading and enjoying this blog. Thanks, Aunt Ar!
So, yes, it's been awhile since my last post, but even though I've neglected the blog, I've been very organized and up-to-date on real life... virtual life always takes a back seat!
Since the NY trip for Erin's wedding, LOTS has happened! In summary...
So, yes, it's been awhile since my last post, but even though I've neglected the blog, I've been very organized and up-to-date on real life... virtual life always takes a back seat!
Since the NY trip for Erin's wedding, LOTS has happened! In summary...
- I've been planning the wedding - details, details, details!
- I had an amazing Flanagan-family bachelorette party at the trailers!
- I started my new job.
- Colleen and the bridesmaids threw me a fab bachelorette party!
- We attended Kath & Kristin's weddings (back-to-back wedding weekends).
- I had a birthday that makes me feel old - 27 - yikes!
- That's the short version. I will post more details for each under separate postings.
Give me a couple days to finish - I am planning a wedding and working full-time!
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Mad Props
Yes, I did entitle this posting "mad props" and, yes, it is almost midnight on Saturday and I just lost a game of Monopoly (like I always do)....
But since I lost and had 20 minutes on my own, I looked at the blog again. I have to say that I think I deserve mad props for posting the picture of me crying on the way home from NY. I think everyone will agree that that picture is not at all flattering, but I posted it nonetheless. Here's to anti-vanity! Bottoms up!
But since I lost and had 20 minutes on my own, I looked at the blog again. I have to say that I think I deserve mad props for posting the picture of me crying on the way home from NY. I think everyone will agree that that picture is not at all flattering, but I posted it nonetheless. Here's to anti-vanity! Bottoms up!
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