Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Marriage, from the mouths of babes.....

Marriage from the perspective of kids....



1. HOW DO YOU DECIDE WHO TO MARRY?

-You got to find somebody who likes the same stuff. Like, if you like sports, she should like it that you like sports, and she should keep the chips and dip coming.
-- Alan, age 10

-No person really decides before they grow up who they're going to marry. God decides it all way before, and you get to find out later who you're stuck with.
-- Kristen, age 10

2. WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE TO GET MARRIED?

-Twenty-three is the best age because you know the person FOREVER by then.
-- Camille, age 10

3. HOW CAN A STRANGER TELL IF TWO PEOPLE ARE MARRIED?

-You might have to guess, based on whether they seem to be yelling at the same kids.
-- Derrick, age 8

4. WHAT DO YOU THINK YOUR MOM AND DAD HAVE IN COMMON?

-Both don't want any more kids.
-- Lori, age 8

5. WHAT DO MOST PEOPLE DO ON A DATE?

-Dates are for having fun, and people should use them to get to know each other. Even boys have something to say if you listen long enough.
-- Lynnette, age 8 (isn't she a treasure)

-On the first date, they just tell each othe r lies and that usually gets them interested enough to go for a second date.
-- Martin, age 10

6. WHEN IS IT OKAY TO KISS SOMEONE?

-When they're rich.
-- Pam, age 7

-The law says you have to be eighteen, so I wouldn't want to mess with that.
-- Curt, age 7

-The rule goes like this: If you kiss someone, then you should marry them and have kids with them. It's the right thing to do.
-- Howard, age 8

7. IS IT BETTER TO BE SINGLE OR MARRIED?

-It's better for girls to be single but not for boys. Boys need someone to clean up after them.
-- Anita, age 9 (bless you child )

8. HOW WOULD THE WORLD BE DIFFERENT IF PEOPLE DIDN'T GET MARRIED?

-There sure would be a lot of kids to explain, wouldn't there?
-- Kelvin, age 8

And the #1 Favorite is........

9. HOW WOULD YOU MAKE A MARRIAGE WORK?

-Tell your wife that she looks pretty, even if she looks like a dump truck.
-- Ricky, age 10

Saturday, March 28, 2009

How's Norma?

A sweet grandmother telephoned St. Joseph's Hospital. She timidly asked, "Is it possible to speak to someone who can tell me how a patient is doing?" The operator said, "I'll be glad to help, dear. What's the name and room number?"

The grandmother in her weak, tremulous voice said, "Norma Findlay Room 302." The operator replied, "Let me place you on hold while I check with her nurse."

After a few minutes, the operator returned to the phone and said, "Oh, I have good news. Her nurse just told me that Norma is doing very well. Her blood pressure is fine; her blood work just came back as normal, and Her physician, Dr. Cohen, has scheduled her to be discharged on Tuesday."

The grandmother said, " Oh Thank you my dear, that's wonderful! I was so worried! God bless you for the good news." The operator replied, "You're more than welcome, is Norma your daughter?" The grandmother said, "No, I'M Norma Findlay in 302. No one tells me shit."

Sunday, March 8, 2009

We have NOTHING to Complain About ~ Will YOU Finish Strong??

With all that is happening in our world these days, we tend to lose sight of the simplest things. So many people waste a huge amount of time on things that are selfish and trivial and put an enormous amount of energy into using others and presenting a picture of who they are NOT that will eventually hurt so many … I will never understand WHY?

I appreciate those that live in the NOW and keep it REAL by giving of themselves in a positive way.

Please watch & be inspired as I was … It doesn’t get more REAL than this!

Nick Vujicic

Are You Going To Finish Strong?
Awesome video! If you watch only one video today make sure it is this one! Nick Vujicic has no limbs but he leads an incredible life!

Sunday, March 1, 2009

Brought Down Running UPDATE



UPDATE 1

Thanks to the support of their fans...(the loyal BDarmy), Brought Down Running is pleased to announce that they are playing a FREE streaming live WEBCAST on Flashrock.com that may be viewed from your own home computer.

EVENT: Brought Down Running Live Webcast
DATE: Thursday, March 12, 2009
TIME (PT): To Be Determined
LINK: Flashrock.com


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UPDATE 2

After taking first place in round "1" of Guitar Center’s Battle of the Bands last Sunday, Brought Down Running will be back for round "2" to take first!! (actually they are just out for a good show and to have fun with all of their fans that come out. Winning round "2" would just be icing on the cake!) So if you are able to catch the show, they would LOVE to entertain you!

EVENT: Guitar Center's Battle of the Bands - ROUND 2
DATE: Sunday, March 29, 2009
TIME (PT): To Be Determined
LOCATION: Club 705 / 705 Pier Ave. / Hermosa Beach, California
COST: $10.00 per person

More details will be given as they know more about these exciting events.

Stay up-to-date with all the Brought Down Running happenings and music at their My Space site @ www.myspace.com/theofficialbdr or click on the link under "My Favorite People".

There's a New Kid on the Block!

Welcome baby Cohen

Born: Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Weight/Length: 8lbs 10oz / 21 ¾”


Proud Parents.... LeeElle and John


Distinguished Honors:
*Blessed John & LeeElle with your arrival and the honor of being your parents;
*Blessed Lynn & Lynell by being the magical "1st" grandchild;
*Blessed the Jex kids[KL; Janea; Deandra; Weston & Collin] by being the 1st nephew!

AUNT Kerilynn!


AUNT Janea!


Uncle Collin!


*..and Sweet Cohen has also blessed Cory by being the 1st to give him the title of "UNCLE Cory" ~ (Cohen you have made Uncle Cory a very happy camper!)



CONGRATULATIONS [from your extended family, Ma & Pa Cooke] to John and LeeElle and the entire Jex clan! This child will not want for Love and Affection! XOXOXOXOXOXOX

Thursday, January 8, 2009

I'm Gonna be an In-Law!!!!

We'll Cory and KL are ENGAGED! Cory proposed to her on her birthday, 12/10/08 and we couldn't be happier!



We have always considered KL our adopted daughter from the beginning of their courtship and love them both dearly. We are so proud of them ~ so much so that it makes me tear up everytime I think of it..."sniff, sniff".


We never doubted they would get married, just wondered WHEN, and now it's offical.


We love you two to death and cannot wait for the BIG DAY!!!