Author: powersla

Losing is Winning

Losing is Winning

The Biggest Loser kicked off its 7th season tonight with eleven new couples all striving to win big by losing weight. This season includes: –The heaviest woman (379 pounds) to appear on the show...

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The Backup

The Backup

It’s like a bad horror movie. You are working on the computer, browsing the Internet, or writing a blog when suddenly everything goes black. You are frozen in place…well, to be more specific, your...

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Back in the Box

Back in the Box

One of the saddest times of the year is when I gather up the Christmas decor and place it back in the closet.  There are no more lights, nativity scenes, nutcrackers, or Christmas cheer. ...

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The First Day

The First Day

The first day of 2009 was delightfully insignificant. I celebrated the new year by sleeping late and doing absolutely nothing. Taking a break from all of my “todo” lists felt fabulous. I don’t often...

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Ringing in the New Year

Ringing in the New Year

I spent the last day of the year preparing for our annual New Year’s Eve bash. We had a great time tonight with our friends from ALC. To view all of the pictures, go...

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2008 in 30 Seconds

2008 in 30 Seconds

Since it’s the eve of New Year’s Eve, I thought it was only fitting to do a year-end review of 2008.  So, here are the highlights of my year condensed into a 30-second summary.  Enjoy,...

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What If?

What If?

A friend posted the following thoughts on Facebook today. They were extracted from an email that had been forwarded to her. Normally I don’t like to re-post these types of things as a blog...

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Top Secret Recipes

Top Secret Recipes

Have you ever wished you could recreate your favorite dish from your favorite restaurants? Would you like to know how to make a Cinnabon Cinnamon Roll at home? If so, you may be in...

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Christmas, Part Deux

Christmas, Part Deux

We celebrated Christmas today with the Powers family in Forney.  For a few highlights from the celebration at my house yesterday and the festivities today with Gary’s family, check out the video below.    NOTE: ...

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