http://www.mymccool.com culture-future-gospel Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:00:41 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en So it's 5 days after Christmas, and boy did we have fun experiences.  Families flew in from Arkansas to stay 8 days with us - and even in the long stay, a few upsets here & there, our Holiday was overall so much fun.  I always enjoy when my mom flies ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/12/30/266/ So starts the hussle and bussle of the holiday season. I love it.  I love the smells, the music, the childlike excitement that we all keep in our hearts, no matter how old we get.  I was a little overwhelmed at the beginning of last week at the personal to do ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/12/07/the-holiday-season-is-here/ I had been anticipating our Arkansas trip for weeks!  Chris and I weren't sure if we would be up for the drive with me being 6 1/2 months preggie and having a 2 1/2 year old toddler.  However, when we realized we only go to Arkansas bascially once a year ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/11/30/2009-adventures-in-arkansasland/ Do you ever just get excited about every small tiny little thing - I think its the holiday season that is approaching because I just cannot wait for certain things.  And, my mind will not stop thinking about things to do, people to see, things to buy, etc etc.  Which ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/11/09/lists-and-lists-that-create-excitement/ I have returned from a fabulous vacation with my love.  We were trying to think back how long it had been since we'd had a 'real' vacation, more then a night away or a few nights in Dallas - and it was 3 years ago, before Tatum, when we enjoyed ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/09/23/did-you-miss-me/ Like I told you, I am growing quickly.  Please see me now (15 weeks) verses Tatum (16 weeks).  Yikes. Help.  Are you praying? http://www.mymccool.com/2009/09/09/like-i-said/ So I hear it's normal that your belly in the 2nd pregnancy pooches quicker.  But somehow, I don't like the normal. :)  I mean really, 14 weeks & wow people are actually already saying (strangers) "are you pregnant?"  I'm embarassed to tell them how far along I am - because ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/09/06/growing-growing/ I have been a bad blogger friend recently, and even with my super long list of to-do’s at work, as well as personal life, I felt the need to take a moment & write to my blogging friends. Chris and I preparing for our first vacation together since we’ve had Tatum. ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/08/31/im-back/ Zachary updated my blog! WOOHOO. http://www.mymccool.com/2009/08/26/i-have-a-new-look/ http://www.mymccool.com/2009/07/15/332010/ Ok blogger friends -- Chris and I have decided to be serious about dropping some pounds.  We are too heavy (10-15 lbs) & want to look sexy for our cruise in September!  We are going to be joining the YMCA & working out on a consistent basis (I cannot WAIT for ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/06/25/low-carbno-carb-suggestions/ We all have good days and bad days – and in the midst of these days, we also have pretty amazing days.  Days that are sometimes indescribable.  No true words or descriptions can help you fully comprehend someone else’s amazing day, except to say ‘amazing.’Yesterday was one of those days ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/06/22/good-sunday/ I stared at my fingernails all the way to work today -- Man, I need a Mani.  Not to mention a Pedi as well.   I haven't had a Pedicure since April!  My nails grow fast. http://www.mymccool.com/2009/06/08/in-need-of-a-pedimani/ So our patio project is more than on its way to completion! Chris and I have been dreaming & talking about this day for YEARS. We used to have a beautiful backyard with green healthy grass when we first moved in – until our month long trip to Europe in ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/06/01/patio-project70-complete/    Love never gives up.    Love cares more for others than for self.    Love doesn't want what it doesn't have.    Love doesn't strut,    Doesn't have a swelled head,    Doesn't force itself on others,    Isn't always "me first,"    Doesn't fly off the handle,    Doesn't keep score of the sins of others,    Doesn't revel when others grovel,    Takes pleasure in the flowering ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/05/27/whats-love-got-to-do-with-it/ I sometimes wonder why we, or maybe it is just me, over think certain holidays – and analyze way too much.  Yesterday was Mother’s Day. A day I always tried to do something for my mom, rather it be a neat gift, a special card, or taking her to dinner ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/05/11/how-was-your-mothers-day/ Tatum and I returned from our CA tour Wednesday night.  What a fabulous birthday gift to myself, I must say!  I have been to California a few times in my life, but it was nice to be a part of friends’ everyday lives, and not do all the touristy stuff. Kelly ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/05/01/the-california-girls-return/ Today will be a venting session, so please hold on tightly. With a beautiful array of visitors that have passed through our home the past week, my daughter has now decided that our bedtime routine is no good.  She was spoiled & stayed up late for a few nights (meaning 8:30 ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/04/14/venting-session-please-join-me/ Rain to me can be depressing.  Thankfully this week while it’s rained, I’ve been stuck in the office.  I’d hate to be the person that had errands to run.  But it still makes me want to nap, curl up in a blanket, or watch a movie & be lazy. I’m going ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/03/27/rain-rain-go-away/ The term croup does not refer to a single illness, but rather a group of conditions involving inflammation of the upper airway that leads to a cough that sounds like a bark, particularly when a child is crying. Tatum has the nasty croup that is going around.  Sunday night after we ... http://www.mymccool.com/2009/03/24/croup/