I've converted.

After nearly 5 years with Washington Mutual, I opened an account with Bank of America yesterday.



WAMU has given me soooo many issues this past year, it's no wonder they're going under! So I'm taking my business elsewhere and banking with Bank of America. The people were so friendly. I just hope this experience is better than what I've went through with Washington Mutual lately! Yikes. Now, just need to find a way to get some nice checks for my checking account. I don't want those standard ones, and the options Bank of America had weren't anything that appealed to me. Hmm....

Simply Wonderful Monday

Today I begin working PART TIME instead of FULL TIME from home. I'm going from 55+ hours to a simple 25 hours. And still making about the same pay. So this was the best thing to happen to me in SO long. Doing the in-home childcare has taken a toll on me. Physically, emotionally.. I don't know how my husband tolerates me. I have no time for anything most days because I'm constantly chasing 4+ children through my home. So this is just wonderful for me. Will give me loads of extra time to spend with Chayce and preparing for the move to Orlando.

This Saturday we're going to Disney! We haven't told Chayce yet, because last time it was ALL he asked for and talked about for weeks. So we're waiting until later this week to mention it to him.



Then, of course, Saturday is the big game! I must say I'm very disappointed with my Packers this year. You put all your eggs in Aaron Rodgers' basket and all you get is an omlette full of bad cheese.

Thursday I'm meeting with Tiki's (our soon-to-be new puppy!) current owner to take Tiki to Petland and size him up to see what size clothes, collars, leashes I need. Very exciting to see him again. I may make a trip up to Orlando's animal shelter this week... Just cuz'. ;)

Final decision on Chayce's Puppy.

We brought home a shih tzu last night. Less than 24 hrs after having him here I had to return him. The dog wasn't neutered and tried to mate with everything in his path. Myself included. He got violent. Clawed and scratched at me, and attempted to bite me when I tried to tell him "no". That's simply unacceptable behavior to expose Chayce to. We need a dog that is FIXED. So, we called the lady back with the Chihuahua puppy we went and saw the other night and we're sticking with the Chihuahua.

In a few weeks we'll be the owners of a 2 year old boy Chihuahua we're naming Taquito! :)

I bought him this bed.

Also got him a sweater, collar with diamonds, harness, bowls, toys, etc.

This is the shirt I'm going to give him to Chayce in! :) I just LOVE it!!!

Beginning to feel a lot like Christmas...

The decor is up, and I wanted to share! All of my decor is "Winter Wonderland" themed. Silver and White mostly. (any accent color is blue)

The new advent calendar Chayce begged for (and I caved.)


Glass tree with ornaments. I stole the idea from a display I saw at Pier 1. I recreated it myself.


My favorite part of the decor... My entertainment center.


Close-up of my mosaic hurricane candleholders.


Wreath


Entryway...


Christmas Lights


Our Christmas Tree

Green Bay vs. Jacksonville

Got my tickets today for the Green Bay game! I'm BEYOND hyped about it! Not to mention, the seats I got....

LOWER LEVEL, END ZONE!!!

Here's where I'll be....

[yeah, the little red dot with the arrow I attempted, LOL]

Section 124, Row DD

*All I know is GB better kick some ass at this game!*

I WILL be there, I WILL throw something at Rodgers if he screws up, LOL.

3rd time's a charm...

Tonight will be my 3rd time to see Twilight in the theatre. And of course I'm excited!

I found 2 more homes in the Orlando area that I'm really interested in. My fingers are crossed. This one is my favorite...



Still in search of a puppy. We have found one that has potential, but in the photos she looked to be somewhat larger than I'd want. I'm not sure if it was just the camera angles, so I'm asking the person for her weight and length. She's a Shih Tzu. This is such a tough decision! In the next 90 days I will...

-Get a new puppy.
-Move to Orlando.
-Purchase an SUV.

Can we say... STRESS?! Literally having anxiety attacks over all this right now. I'm just comfortable in my home, but can't turn down something so great in Orlando to make better money, so gotta take advantage of it while we can! This is already a hectic time of year as it is, so the added stress makes it difficult for me. But it will be worth it in about 6 months. :)

Slacking.

Such a bad blogger this past week. The Thanksgiving week and weekend had me running around like a chicken with my head cut off. BUT the good news is Thanksgiving went well, the leftovers are finally gone, my Christmas decor has been up for a few days now, and I'm done Christmas shopping for Chayce.

WHEW!

We're still on the search for our Christmas Puppy. We just can't seem to find the "perfect" one. In due time.

Jon's birthday was Saturday, we went to Orlando for dinner at Chili's, looked at puppies up there, and just had some family time together. I lured him to the dark side and got him reading Twilight, LOL. He finished it today and he's excited to go see the movie! The movie, by the way, was AMAZING! The main character, Edward, is GORGEOUS if I do say so myself. LOL



I've seen the movie twice. Tomorrow will make my 3rd time. It doesn't get old! Just like the books. They're simply wonderful!