Genevieve is "sick"

Am I using that word in the right context? I was going to say "cool", but I know that is a word that old people use.

Other than the shirt, my niece is also wearing skinny jeans with rainbows on them. And dangly star earrings that I gave her- 'cause I'm not totally lame. I know that 80's fashion is great, the 80's are still my favorite era. I just think there should be some limitations on what is brought back.

Is that a side pony?

Thanks, Navy!

I try not to badmouth my husband's employer (publicly). I mean, most of the things to bitch about are not because it's the military, but because it's the federal government. I know this. So instead, I'd like the thank the Navy:

- Thanks, Navy! for moving us to Georgia for the summer. I especially love the giant bugs, fire ants, and bloating humidity. It's nice to be on a land-locked island in the middle of Georgia, with no ocean breezes like at all the other Navy installations. Pesky ocean breezes.

- Thanks, Navy! for moving us to Connecticut for the winter. I can't wait to bundle up two babies, warm up the car, scrape off the windshield, and head out for groceries before that Nor'easter rolls in. Guessing how much the oil bill will be for the month should be a fun game to occupy us with while stuck inside the house.

- Thanks, Navy! for moving us to the Seattle area during the rainy season. Between CT and WA, I probably won't see the sun for 6 months. But that's OK. My sunshiny personality should provide all the light I need.

- Thanks, Navy! for having a 15-24 month waiting list for a house on Navy Base Kitsap. Seeing as how many people are only stationed there for two years, it makes perfect sense to make them wait on a list. Oh, the wait list starts when you leave your previous post, not when you get orders to your base and know people need a place to live? It's a good thing that thousands of families are willing to rent a shack until you call them. That leads me to my next thank you...

- Thanks, Navy! for not giving your military families enough money (especially the Chiefs and Officers) to rent a nice place in the Puget Sound area. Seattle is the one of the fastest growing cities, so it is interesting that you think that rent is staying low across the sound. Ya know, with that view of both the Olympics and Mt. Rainier and the water, who would want to cross the pond. I mean, why should military families deserve a nice house, anyway. It's a good thing we enjoy dipping into other monies to get a better place for our children. I'm glad that you are re-evaluating the housing cost for next year and hopefully fixing this- and that is not sarcasm!

The Test Results

Thank you for being patient, I was really working up a good lather.

And the result? I'm sorry to say that I didn't achieve anything but a few "Yes, yes!"'s from my tingling scalp and a choking fit from the minty over-freshness. After rinsing the bubbles out of my hair and mouth, I did find something I wasn't expecting:

A new refreshing look! Look at that volume! Those veneers! Never mind that it changed my hair color, too. I always wanted to know what it would be like to have my mother's hair (circa 1981).

It doesn't take much for a man to have an "experience", so maybe my husband can use the toothpaste. After all, I have twins. I don't have time for all that jazz.

An experience?

I hadn't used it yet, but in my bathroom cabinet was a product called Aquafresh Extreme Clean Whitening Experience. I thought to myself, "Can you really have an experience using a toothpaste?" It must be possible, why else would Aquafresh feel the need to put the term "experience" on their product? I personally felt they had taken their marketing strategy too far, but I am not one to judge. So I tried the toothpaste and have to admit I felt a little something. (It started in my toes, made me crinkle my nose.)

It then occurred to me: What if I used this while washing my hair with my Herbal Essences 2-in-1 Shampoo/Conditioner? Would this double usage make it possible to finally achieve that rumored female "O" that is on par with that of our male counterparts?

I am willing to give it a try. Check back in a day or so to find out how it worked!

I spoke too soon

My sister told me to add the charm necklace as a prediction of what will occur in the near fashion future. This is what I saw at Old Navy. I don't need to say anything else.

Like, Totally

I have had a few requests. First, the bubble shirt is out there everywhere, so it was suggested I throw one on my doll. I don't know who looks good in these. I mean, even if you're skinny, you're hiding all that good skinniness. And if you have a post-pregnancy fat blop, then it would fit and hang right in the bubble. Wait- maybe I should get one!

Also requested: the bangs and plastic charm necklace are predictions of future return 80's fashions. And the jelly bracelets, which were here in the 80's, back on the alternative kids 5 years ago, and still here from the 80's rebirth. It looks like they are here to stay!

I had to get rid of the purse. I couldn't even stand looking at it on my doll!

Another Graduation

How many of these things are there? I've been to so many. But I am proud, so I will post a pic.



Now that John is out of Navy Supply Corps School, he has to stay here for a 5 week department head class, then he'll be somewhat free until we move to CT for sub school in November.

Honestly, I can't wait to move to Bangor, WA so I can unpack boxes. Like I'll have time, but at least there is hope. We are getting on the list for officer housing. I have no idea how this is any different than enlisted housing. All I know is there is a 100 or so officer houses and 1300 enlisted houses, so I hope this means they are slightly bigger for all my crap. I heard they are brand new houses. We'll see. It will be less stress on John while he is on the sub knowing we are safe on a secure base. Yeah, the nuclear protesters might get in my way while I'm trying to get on the base, but I have a mini-van and lead foot if you know what I mean. If we don't get into base housing, there is a nearby Norwegian settlement town that I will be happy to live in. I could eat my lefse, every day!