That deer in the headlights look.

I was happy this morning. But then I remembered the age old tradition of anything that can go wrong will go wrong on the week before my birthday. People laugh at me and think that I am crazy but I can honestly attest some of the worst weeks of my life have come right before my birthday. I guess that I am just unlucky like that. Last year, my horse died, the year before that, my dog got ran over, the year before that, I had so many things going on that it isn't even funny! I think that it has always been like that and probably always will. Im used to it. That is why the week before my birthday I am a bit of a grouch. Okay, maybe more than a bit. A TOTAL. so, I preface this warning with a disclaimer.I am issuing a blanket apology to be put into effect from tomorrow until next Wednesday (my birthday). It's like knowing that storm clouds are on the horizon and trying to plan ahead...

So anyways... lets see here!..... Happy thoughts.....

My mom called me last night and said that she thought I needed to buy vegetable seeds and attempt to grow a garden. Not because the fruits and veggies might improve my health but because of all the political unrest that has been going on in the middle east. At first I laughed her off. But then I started thinking about it. A shortage in fuel means the cost of EVERYTHING else is going to go up... After a couple more thoughts I really began thinking that she was wise in the analysis. So, yes. I am going to attempt to plant a garden. If anyone knows anything regarding tillers, fertilizing, or plants I would be forever grateful. I'm thinking, Tomatoes, Corn, Pumpkins, Squash, and maybe even some green beans. I mean at the very least I wont have to buy those things from the store.... OH... maybe even watermelon. I even thought about investing in some wheat, oats, and corn to keep in storage. I mean. I know, I might sound crazy, but then again, it would be a nice cushion to have just in case and to be quite honest having a garden doesn't have to be as difficult as it was when I was a child...I remember Me, Zach, Brooke, and Nicole carrying buckets of water from the creek to water everything. THAT WAS PROBABLY THE MOST MISERABLE CHILDHOOD MEMORY I HAVE! But, now I know the value of a garden hose! =)

So I think that is enough musing for now. I forgot headphones today so I am sitting in the cafeteria listening to everyone else converse.... Oh what fun!