I think this is my third year participating in the Ultimate Blog Party. Wow! And what a year it has been!
Our lives are very different for our family of three.
My husband and I last year, bowling at the New Orleans Hotel and Casino
After six months of unemployed I finally found a full time work at home for a national telecommunication company. I was also fortunate that the position offered full benefits. Dentist here we come!
My husband, who I used to work with, is currently waiting for word from CVS on a part time job. He also plans on returning to community college in the fall for his pharmacy technician certificate.
Our teen, enjoying his favorite past times, in our former apartment
We have an 18 year old son, Marcus, who is graduating in June from his distance learning high school. He's our Little One! And we're extremely proud of our son.
In February, he started working part time as a counselor for one of the recreation centers he was volunteering at. He's plans are to join the military but in the meantime, he's offered to help me support the household while my husband returns to school.
The current states of a rough and declining economy in Las Vegas, dealing with unemployment, underemployment, social services, being part of the working poor, faith, humor, and my severe chronic pain while still finding those bright moments that we call "enjoying your life"! are common topics in my blog.
If you're new, please feel free to look around! Yes, you can still enjoy your life even when life punches you in the face, you get up and see that all the stuff is gone and you have to start over again.
For those of you haven't stopped by for a visit in awhile, the jobs, the car, Toby, the Wonder Dog, lots of furniture, the wedding rings are all gone but we're still here and a family!
Items I would love to win are US12,US20,US37,US38,US49,US74-75,and US 91!
36 comments:
You must be so proud of your son! We are just starting our homeschooling journey. May need your advice down the road. Hang in there...the economy has to turn around.
Very nice blog! I'm glad for a dose of upbeat in a down world :)
Thank-you so much for stopping at our blog, we are new to the blogging scene and excited to meet some new people.
Nothing wrong with being a little late...lol.
Sarah & Robyn
I love your positive attitude! :)
It is so refreshing and beautiful to see (err - hear!!)
What a sweet son you have to help support the family - you raised a thoughtful young man!
Thanks for stopping by my blog from the Ultimate Blog Party. I enjoyed reading your blog.
Hi Rona, Thanks for stopping by my blog. Wow, not many 18 year olds would take on the responsibility that he has. What an awesome thing to do for his parents. I know you are very proud of him. Happy blog Partying!!
Thanks for stopping by my blog. It's great to discover new people.
Tell me something, who is the better bowler? You, or your husband?
Thanks for stopping by my blog during the UBP. I look forward to exploring your blog more.
Hi Rona, It's great to meet you! Thanks for coming by my blog earlier, and thanks for joining the party!
It is great to get to know you!! I am sorry about your hard times, and happy to see that you guys aren't giving up! It is hard to start collage after a long time. Good for your hubby and good for you and your son!!!
I meet you through UBP!!!
Stopping by from UBP. Had forgotten how fun it is to meet bloggers I have never visited before. Your son sounds like a great kid. Good luck in your new job!!
Thanks for visiting Trial and Error! Congrats on your new job, and I hope your hubby gets that job at CVS.
Hi, Rona, I'm glad your stopped by Soup and I'm here to return the follow! Congratulations to your son for his impending graduation -- you must be so proud! I'm happy you are employed, too -- that must be a huge relief. Happy UBP 2010!
Thanks for visiting my blog and for the wonderful encouraging comment. I too started blogging when I was off work six months ago for a foot surgery, but I had been following tons of blogs before I decided to jump in. My husband and I would love to visit Las Vegas some day.
Pharmacy Tech is a great career path! Congratulations on finding employment and to your son on his upcoming graduation. My eldest graduated high school just last year. They do grow up so fast. Keep plugging along it will all work out in the end. =) Happy UBP!
Thanks for visiting my blog- Milk N' Honey. God is faithful. Blessings, Shonda (visit my other blog too! Knowlton Nest @ www.jsknowlton.blogspot.com)
Rona, thanks for visiting my blog and your kind words about my site.
I'm so glad we met! I enjoyed to read your lovely blog as well.
You have a responsible son. What a beautiful family you have! I feel you!It was a though year for us too.Hanging there! You have a strong family!
Btw,I'm following your lovely blog now:)
Happy Partying!
How wonderful of your son to offer to pitch in so your husband can go back to school!
Thanks for stopping by! I wish you the best in this new phase - so lovely to see people thriving as family despite tough times.
HI Rona! Thanks for visiting my blog!
xoxo,
Lynn
Hi there, so nice to meet you :)
A family can stay strong no matter what,, material things are necessary. Glad you are happy to be with your family,, I sure it is stressful, but these times will pass too!
Hugs and happy blogging,
Lynette
xo
Hi Rona -- thanks for stopping by New England Nanny.
It sounds like you've certainly had your trials recently. Most times after these bumps in life, great things await!
My husband was laid off 6 years ago from a computer technician job at IBM. He decided to pursue his lifelong dream of becoming a physical education teacher and went back to college. He has been teaching for two years now and LOVES his life again!
He inspired me to do the same -- At 47, I'm soon to finish my B.A. in early childhood education to become a K-2nd grade teacher at the end of this year.
Best wishes to you and your amazing family!
Dee :D
thanks for stopping by my party! I love the blog party, I like meeting new bloggers!
what a wonderful son you have! My hubby was unemployed for about a month it got real tough and we're still stugglin to get caught back up but one thing it did do was make us a stronger family.. I hope things are going well now! Thank you for stopping by!!
hi from UBP! thanks for stopping by my blog.
nice boy (young man) you got there!
hope you win some prizes!
Congrats to your son!! how exciting. I'll have to come back and read your other posts, I had a great time visiting your blog. Good luck at UBP.
Rona,
Coming by from the UBP. I'm happy for the quality of blogs and bloggers like yourself, that I've met.
D. Rene.
Thanks for the visit, honey. And so glad you found work--I cannot imagine how difficult that would be. Hope to keep in touch XXOO
Thanks for stopping by my blog...nice to "meet" you :)
Enjoy the rest of the party!
Hi Rona. I am stopping by from UBP. Thanks for visiting my blog. This is my first year; I read that this is your third. That is great. I look forward to getting to know you.
Hi Rona, Thanks so much for stopping by my blog yesterday - it is nice to meet you. I am sorry to hear about your family's struggles in this terrible economy, but you are an inspiration for keeping so up beat. I look forward to keeping in touch!
thanks for stopping by my blog, praying that things come together with your husbands schooling ect... Your son is amazing, what a rare find these days!
Hello! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Happy UBP!
Blessings,
Camie
Thanks for stopping by my blog. I enjoyed reading your post. Congratulations on finding a job. I hope everything works out well for all of you.
Thanks for stopping by my blog, and I wish your family the best. I have enjoyed your varied interest.
Thank you for coming over to my blog. I am enjoying reading your posts. I am glad that you found a job. This economy just stinks but I know faith and prayer will keep us strong! Have a blessed day and looking forward to getting to know you!
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