Better out than in

Going on 16 years ago, I stood up in front of all my friends and family and said "I do".  Well actually if you were at my wedding you know that isn't entirely true, when asked "Do you Amy Louchart take Daniel Eagle to be your lawfully wedded husband...." I said "uhuh". However the sentiment was there. I was 19, had lead a fairly sheltered existence without much exposure to the "real world", and honestly had absolutely NO idea what I was getting in too.  All I knew at that moment was that I really liked this guy, and the thought of him being in Hawaii for three years without me, kinda killed me, so we got married.  We got chastised, told we were crazy, and I heard rumors of a certain uncle starting a betting pool at the reception as too how long we would stay married, I hope someone bet on forever. So I said "I do" well "uhuh" and I didn't know what all I was saying "uhuh" too.  Which was probably good, be...

Once upon a time there was a mom.  Not just any mom. Of all the mom's in momdom, she got to be the mom of Connor Who makes silly mistakes, sprays lots of axe, plays guitar hero like no other, smiles, laughs, is smart, witty and fun. Has gone from a little boy, into an amazing young man who is so talented and fun to be around. Paige Who lives on her own planet at times, and may take her time, but can brighten any room just by being in it. She has her own interesting style, that suits her just fine. She is an amazing friend to all, a heart of gold, and always willing to help. Tanner-Paul Clumsy, carefree, amazing and funny.  Takes life a little too seriously at times, but never misses that chance to make a joke.  His mind for math keeps his mom amazed. He puts his all in all he does, and shows his competitive side, but also wears his heart on his sleeve. and Garrett What he lacks in height he makes up for in personality.  This littl...

So it's been a while since I went on a random tangent that made little sense... I feel overwhelmed, but lack the ability to let go, which is probably very beneficial to the people around me, but not so much if you are me. I have found a favorite brand of socks.. and of this brand the yellow ones are the most comfortable.. so I may spend the rest of my life wearing only yellow socks.. they are softer than the blue ones. I seem to have lost my backbone, if anyone finds it, please let me know. I am counting down the seconds to April 30th.. It's when I test for the first time in karate for my belt, I am so very excited to break a board with my bare hands.. ya just don't even know! On Monday my house will be painted, today I should have spent the day cleaning, taking things off walls, moving furniture.. instead I watched twilight and New Moon.. seemed like productive at the time. I have hit some serious roadblocks in my religious path lately. I think I have come to the conclusi...

When I was in high school (a year or 2o ago) my very dear friend Katie Hogan and I would often yell across the halls, or pass a note in yearbook to simply say "boys are dumb!" Most of the time a explanation was not needed, I could look at her face and see it.. BOYS ARE DUMB! It fit in many scenarios, referring to fellow students, boyfriends, teachers, or my dumb brother, one truth seemed to rise to the top and that was simply "boys are dumb." I remember one particular lunch at Dairy Queen, (which was often Katie and I's choice of lunch spots, ) vowing that I would never ever get married, and couldn't even contemplate the thought of having sons. Why would I want to surround myself with boys... BOYS ARE DUMB. This popped into my head tonight at the dinner table as my three sons spent a good 30 minutes debating on whether or not it was physically possible to lick your own elbow. Even though I still often shout "boys are dumb" in my head, I am so ...

So I have tried to commit to blogging more often, but have found that I have very little in the creativity department lately. The only thing rattling around in my brain, just dying to jump out, is another collection of random thoughts, because being random is, well... kinda my thing. I have the funniest nephews on the planet. I adore them. My nieces are completely amazing too. The not so fabulous part is they all live much to far away from me. Nothing would make me happier than if we could actually afford to live in California. I contemplated getting another keeshond puppy... the thought quickly passed. I might be addicted to candy.. I seem to have an issue. Even through my bad week, blessings were abundant, and it's hard to not feel blessed and loved. I have strong amazing friends. I am in awe of them on a daily basis. I sorta love facebook.. I have been able to re-connect with, and get to know all kinds of fabulous people from Show Low, that I never really knew how awesome th...

It's raining, I hope it rains more. I miss rain. I have a hard time celebrating on my birthday. It has nothing to do with me thinking I am old. I don't think I am old I think I'm 16! (my body knows better though) I am however getting to a point where I am able to seperate me as the person from the events of today. If I have lied to you about my age at any time, please know this was accidental, I seem to usually default to 32, so I guess I stopped aging then. I have recently been re-evaluating what I believe, believe in, and why I believe it. I certainly think we are the champions of our destiny. The only way for things to change, is to change them. Bacon cake is good. Call me crazy but chocolate bacon cake is the wave of the future! I am so blessed by my friends. Between Angie (who would be here in 5 seconds if I needed her, because she is awesome like that ) and my PTA Green girls, I was able to cover everything I need for my boys while Paige is in the hospital, in ...

I Amy Eagle (raises right hand) on this 11th day of November, 2009, do solemnly swear to never ever under any circumstances EVER do anything to my hair, apart from brushing and washing it. I being one who does not learn from past mistakes, and insists on trimming, cutting, dying my own hair on random whims.. never again shall! Never, no never! I will not do this or this never again will I do this and certainly not this.. I solemnly swear on all my hair, may it forever be soft, flowing and healthy. I do thee swear. (even though my amazing and fabulous friend Ally, went into work today on a day she had off, because I was a complete dunce, and dyed my hair greyish green..) and she made me look like this Amazing! :)