My Majic Family

FINE
This is the word women use to end an argument when they are
right and you need to shut up.

FIVE MINUTES
If she is getting dressed, this is half an hour. Five minutes
is only five minutes if you have just been given 5 more minutes
to watch the game before helping around the house.

NOTHING
This is the calm before the storm. This means "something," and
you should be on your toes. Arguments that begin with 'Nothing'
usually end in "Fine"

GO AHEAD
This is a dare, not permission. Don't do it.

LOUD SIGH
This is not actually a word, but is a non-verbal statement
often misunderstood by men. A "Loud Sigh" means she thinks you
are an idiot and wonders why she is wasting her time standing
here and arguing with you over "Nothing"

THAT'S OKAY
This is one of the most dangerous statements that a woman can
make to a man. "That's Okay" means that she wants to think long
and hard before deciding how and when you will pay for your
mistake.

THANKS
A woman is thanking you. Do not question it or faint. Just say
you're welcome.

WHATEVER
It's a woman's way of saying *!#@ YOU!

Posted by The Mac Fam at 3:26 PM | Permalink | Comments

I am not too sure what happened to be perfectly honest. I know I was sick about coming to work Monday but had made a choice and would stick by it regardless of the situation or circumstances. Well, I walk in and before I know it me and the person in question were talking like nothing had ever been wrong. It was the strangest thing. It's been like this all week so far. I don't know if they made a decision also or what. I am thankful for God's repremand in my life or maybe it would have gone the other way. Life at work has been rocking all week and I am determined, no matter what to keep a good attitude and treat people the way I want to be treated. Thank you for checking back and for praying (if you did).

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Our pastor has been doing this series called Winning at Work and yesterday's title was Difficult People in the Workplace and let me tell you, it was a smack in the face. Life at work has been more than a little difficult to say the very least. I am sad to say I am not very proud of my behavior either. Here's the thing, there is one particular co-worker of mine who doesn't like me. Hard to believe I know but it's true. Anyway, we had somewhat of a run in a couple of weeks ago and that certainly didn't help any. I am not going to lie, I don't like this person either which is really rare for me. I like most people. They don't follow rules, they constantly interrupt, they are rude to everyone including residents (which is a HUGE NO-NO) and worst of all, they lie. Anyway, after our conflict I went and apologized. I didn't want to but I knew it was the right thing so I did and basically it didn't go very well which made things worse. It's not like I am the only person who has conflict with this person, everyone in the office has had major problems with them. Well, Friday they almost fired this person and when they didn't I found myself sick knowing I would have to continue working with this person. I couldn't sleep and was in a really bad mood b/c I hate conflict and knowing someone doesn't like me doesn't help. The message yesterday really slapped me upside the head and I realized God does allow people like this in your life to show you things about yourself and to grow you in certain areas. I am so ashamed of myself but I am commited to going in this morning and making a change regardless of how hard nosed and rude this person is to me. The bottom line is I cannot control anything or anyone, I can only control how I behave. I am going to be the change I wish to see in the office. B/C I figure if I don't start there, how can I possibly make a change in the world. Please pray for the courage to be a difference maker and not stoop to their level. I'll let you know how it goes.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!! I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU!!

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One of the things I love to see as much as I hate to see it, is my kids grow. As all the parents reading this can attest to I am sure. Anyway, about 5 months ago I decided to start measuring my kids against the wall. I know alot of parents start doing this from birth but I am just not with it in certain areas. One of the reasons I even did it in the first place was b/c that oldest child of mine grew 3 inches in 9 months and 2 and a half shoe sizes. So, when I measured him 5 months ago he was 5'6" and on Friday he was 5'7". The middle child 5 months ago was 4'1" and Friday he was 4'3" and the baby was 4'0" and Friday he was 4'1". I know they grow, it's just not as visual until you put a tape measure in the mix except with regard to the oldest. I literally watch the kid get taller right before my eyes. The reason? He insists on wearing jeans everyday regardless of the heat. The outcome? About 2 weeks ago he walks by and I was like "HOLY CRAP Jared!!!" He had on high waters. I couldn't believe it. Needless to say it's incredibly sad for a mom. What parts of your kids getting older bothers you the most?

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I know we all know it and have all said it a million times so for the millionth and one lets all return to kindergarten say STICKS AND STONES MAY BREAK YOUR BONES BUT NAMES WILL NEVER HURT!!! Of course, we also know the latter part of that saying is far from true. Which I was reminded of today. I was called the most hateful thing anyone can ever be called. I can't even write it on this post. It reduced me to tears. Anyway, I am sure you can use your imagination. Why do people have to call other people names? I know I sound like I am in the fourth grade but today was an incredibly rough day before I was slandered for no reason. I literally can't even begin to tell you how sick to my stomach I felt after being called something so horrible. I know how we should always be kind and give people the benefit of the doubt...maybe this guy just broke up with his girlfriend, maybe he just got fired, maybe, maybe, maybe. I could come up with a million reasons why he was so hateful but whatever the reason you cannot convince me for one minute it is ever appropriate to call someone a name like that. Anyway, what do you think about this? Has this ever happened to you?

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Affectionate
Bible seeker
Computer genius
Delicious
Excellent
Fit
Gorgeous
Hilarious
Interesting
Jesus freak
Kind
Loveable
Masculine
Never gives up
Open minded
Perfect (for me)
Quick to forgive
Respectful
Sexy
Thankful
Unselfish
Vulnerability
Wacky
Xxx church supporter
Y? b/c I can
Zzz's love to sleep with him (literally)

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