The Debate Continues

Thank you all very much for your input. I didn't think when I wrote that last post that this would create the tempest that it did. The debate even rolled over into our visit with my family yesterday. Daddy called my blog up on his phone in G'ma M&M's living room and was going to read the comments, but after getting half way through Inkling's second comment (not reading aloud) decided it wasn't something he wanted to get in the middle of.

I do understand Husband's point of view on this. I do love my title. I have discovered I can change my title without loosing my blog. This is something I will give some more thought to. Now, don't think I'm "caving" by saying I'm going to think on this. I figure if Husband thought my title sounded risque, there are probably others out there who think the same (and yes, they may all be men, but what can a gal do?). He is not particularly dirty minded. Maybe we can come to a good compromise, or I can subtitle my blog...much in the style of the Mackenzie Brothers: The Adventures of Bob and Doug Mackenzie- Strange Brew. I could be (insert new and fabulously creative blog title)- formerly known as Confessions of a City Gal.

So now maybe instead of voting on whether or not to keep "Confessions" we should vote on a new title. I will only change it if the proposed title is one dazzlingly inspired and fits me to a tee...and in the end, I feel like I need to change it. I will not do away with "Confessions," it's part of my history now. Even if it is only in the description, it must stay...but enough on that for now. If you have any input, please share!

Yesterday went smashingly well! Husband decided to go with the kids and me to Grandma's birthday celebration. I was immensely thankful for that. Not only was I glad to spend the time sequestered in the van with him (with no animals or farm chores to draw his attention), but I didn't have to drive, and it made my family very happy that he came.

There was a large turnout for Grandma's open house...the house was open (it got hot and we had to open some windows) and packed to the gills. Eventually Husband and Silver Belle's two boys (who are 23 and 21) took my trio into the basement to keep them out from under feet (and the Christmas tree) and watch Man Vs. Nature. Queen Mother brought them up one at a time to introduce them to important people (like Gloria Mae and Marj...for Inkling). Grandma sat perched on a high stool behind Grandpa's recliner so she could greet and hug all her guests. The big table was loaded with cake and cookies and punch. Once the crowd thinned down a bit, my kids took up residence under the big table and stole cookies (which they had helped lay out just before they helped Aunt D make the punch) to their little sugar hyper hearts' content. It was a good party.

We came home and I decided to take down the tree...after bathing the kids, the dog, and making frozen pizza. I got the ornaments and lights stripped and packed away, the mantle and entertainment decor boxed up, and all the boxes stashed back in the closet. Today the tree comes down and I get half my living room back...well, for the 10 minutes before it fills up with toys again.

No, we did not ring in the New Year. We went to bed by 10:45...party poopers that we are. We did let the kids stay up until after 9...that's partying around here!

And much thanks to Inkling for the grape jelly (that I'm about to have on toast) and body washes she sent down with her parents!! Just one question, you gave me 3 aroma therapy body washes: relaxation, calming, and stress relief...are you trying to tell me something? :) I love you!

And as you may have noticed, my Avatar is finally displaying her Christmas Spirit...I changed her when I changed my blog template. For some reason, it took 2 weeks for the change to go through...strange.

Hope your New Year is blessed and happy and safe!