It Takes More Energy....

Every time I drive towards Fort Bliss I always come across homeless people! They are on the street corners, the medians, and anywhere else they feel the need to be. They walk up and down the streets, some in nice clothes, others in rags. They hold up signs begging for money. They even have the nerve to walk up to car windows then get pissed when you shake your head or tell them no. First off, I rarely have cash on me and even when I do, the last thing I am going to do is hand it off to some pan-handler! Last time I checked, my husband and I work to earn our money (work the legal way), we pay our bills, we do right. We don't stand on some street corner! Another thing, do they not realize that it takes way more energy to wear dark clothes, walk up and down the street in a bright, sunny city like El Paso, which is typically hot; than it does to go to the local Burger joint and actually work the right way?!?! It has always been one of my irritations to see these people down right beg, I mean I am from the Atlanta area where it is a whole lot worse. But, come on people. Even if you enjoy doing it because you actually make money, do something legit! I have seen the cops out here pull over just to tell them to get off the freaking streets!

Corrupt Cartoons

Most people would see nothing wrong with their three year old watching Spongebob, I mean it is a cartoon that is  played on Nickelodeon. Therefore, it should be a totally legit show, right? I thought so too until it hit me one day, Mr. Crabs lives in Bikini Bottom!!!! OMG, that is not even right! It is a good thing that my child, like many others, do not see the corrupt and adult humor behind this cartoon! However, through all the programs that are now on television, you can't help but to laugh. I mean, really, it is kind of creative when you think of Mr. Crabs living in Bikini Bottom.... 

There are so many other cartoons that have different scenarios and thoughts put behind them. Some being adult humor, others being on the racist side...

This is just another one of my thought after watching tv shows with the kids!

Anything You Can Do, I Can Do Better

Okay, so seriously?!?! I have a few people in my life that I have decided it is time to start cutting ties with. Why would any part of me want to continue a "friendship" with someone that always has a comment, such as "oh yea, well if you think that is bad, let me tell you about this time...." or, if I say I am not feeling well and people have to try to out do me with being sick. Seriously people? I really wish I wasn't battling health issues and that I wasn't having to live my life day to day without making plans because I never know how I will feel tomorrow. And, there is not a single ounce in me that is wanting you to feel bad or anything when I say it is an "off" day for me. But, by all means, do you really need to not feel well on the same day (every time) or do you really need to try to out do me with every freaking thing I say? This gets real old and so very annoying! Cut it out! Since it seems to get worse the more I am around someone, I have decided to no longer keep these people in my life. I would rather just live with my husband and kids and no one else around than to always have a one upper in my life! They really need to get a life! The funny thing is, these people can never figure out why they have NO friends!!! How can you not see this? You are annoying and a pain in the ass that no one cares to associate themselves with. I say all of this knowing that I am not the only person that feels this way about a handful of people since others have mentioned it to me as well over time! Lol, you can't help but to hum the tune of "anything you can do I can do better..." I have come to the conclusion that all of these "one uppers" that I have come in contact with have a very low self esteem, are very insecure and no self confidence! If they did, they would not always try to make themselves look and feel better, all the while people around them are thinking they are complete and total morons and idiots. So to all of you who know what I am talking about and the kind of people I am referring to, just get away from them. They are toxic friends, and in the end you will just want to choke them! Have you ever noticed that normally you want to ask questions when friends tell you something, but these people are the ones who you just wish would shut up because they never stop! Oh, and there is always something wrong with them! Come on, life is way too short to be this kind of person or to even associate ourselves with them! So, to those people I am referring to, I will be cutting ties with all of you! You contaminate my life as well as everyone elses! I have no need to be around people that make me want to slap the stupid off of them!

Breast Cancer Awareness Month... Squish a Boob, Save a Life

We all know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month.... but how many people actually take this month seriously? Lets do something, starting this year, 2010, every woman needs to take this month more serious! Breast cancer is not something to play around with, nor is it something that should be ignored or pushed to the side. My great grandmother had it years ago, I have a cousin that had it, Kevin's grandmother lost her life due to her battle with it, my best friends mom lost the long battle from it in 2006.... Breast Cancer is not a joke! If it is caught early enough, lives can be saved! Also, most people are under the impression that only women can be diagnosed with breast cancer, heads up people, men can as well! It is just an  uncommon thing, but it does happen! If you notice any changes, see a doctor!

Things to think about:

Aside skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women.
It is more common among white women.
Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women, lung cancer coming in first.
2.4 million women living in the US have been diagnosed and treated for breast cancer.
Out of 192,370 cases that are diagnosed, 1,910 are expected to be men.
Over 40,000 deaths from breast cancer were anticipated in 2009... I am looking for 2010.
If your parent, sibling, or child has been diagnosed, then you stand an increase in developing breast cancer. PLEASE GET CHECKED!!!
Women who began menstruating before the age of 12, stand am increased risk in developing this form of cancer, as well as women who have more menstrual cycles.

It is very important to know the signs and symptoms....what to look for. We are all aware of the knots and different feeling to look for. One thing that is not very known due to its rare cases is Inflammatory Breast Cancer, or IBC. This is a rapid growing form, making the breast red, swollen, tender and could even look like you have a rash. It can be confused with a breast infection and is known as a locally advanced cancer. Therefore if you notice a change, get is checked out! Better to be safe than sorry.

Many forms of cancer have taken the lives of people I love and miss terribly. Cancer is no joke and not something I play with. Right now my own husband has skin cancer. Granted it can be treated, he still has it and I keep waiting for the next appointment just to hear the words of him being in remission. Hearing he had cancer brought me to tears. So, if you notice changes anywhere on your body, you feel knots or lumps, don't blow it off. Call your doctor, go to one of the free screenings that are always all over the US, do whatever you have to do in order to save your life or the life of someone you love!

A woman’s chance of being diagnosed with breast cancer is: 
From age 30-39 . . . . . . 1 out of 229 
From age 40-49 . . . . . . 1 out of 68 
From age 50-59 . . . . . . 1 out of 37 
From age 60-69 . . . . . . 1 out of 26 
From age 70-85. . . . . . .1 out of 8