I picked the wrong time start blogging!

I understand that in order to be successful at this whole "blog thing" you must keep it updated with the latest, most interesting news about yourself or those around you. Unfortunately, I decided to start blogging during the most chaotic time I have ever experienced. Not that things are going badly... just a little crazy.

With all the extra requirements I must do to obtain a spot on the Liles' recommended list, I can hardly fine a second to breathe. So bear with me please... as I attempt to keep you updated on the details of my life, while trying not to fall behind on my current responsibilities.

The next post will be (drum roll)... I guess we'll see

It's Official: I love Dutch People (read post before watching video)

Culturally, I have heard that Dutch people lacked any form of a sense of humor. As a result, I have often wondered how I would adjust to this type of environment... until I stumbled across this video (Ok... I didn't actually "stumble" across it - it was referred to me). To my surprise, this Dutch talk show host reacts precisely the same way I would have in this situation! There is something uncontrollably funny about this guests high pitch voice. Call me mean, insensitive, or childish... thats fine, but above all, I'm glad to see that I might just get along with these people after all!

SM

True Story

The news called for 6-8 inches of snow, and for the first time this year, they were right! Typically I love the snow, except for the whole scrapping-it-off-your-vehicle part.

Frankly, nothing ticks me off more than spending 30 minutes in the freezing cold, brushing and scrapping, slipping and sliding. Then once you finally get the snow and Ice off the windows... the doors are frozen shut! (You've been there)

BUT NOT THIS TIME... for some reason, every car in our parking lot was covered with 8 inches of snow, except for mine. I walked out, prepared to face a miserable, wintry scene. Instead, I found myself gazing at the beautiful site you see above. It may seem like a small thing to you, but to me, this was a much needed break from the monotony of winter!

SM