Break Time

Snapped these shots while some of my co-workers and I were on break today. We are experiencing perfect weather here right now.

Misty and I were a little bored the other day and went outside here at work to chat and goof off. While there, we got a little creative with the hanging potted plants. Do you think a hairstyle like this is me?

Labor Day

My parents and my sister, Paula, came to visit over Labor Day weekend. It was really nice having them here for a few days. We visited the Branson Landing and watched the fountains, did some shopping, and also went to Silver Dollar City.

Mom & Dad at the Landing

Paula at the Landing

Bass Pro

Happy Anniversary!

My blog is one year old today!

Branson Landing

I visited the Branson Landing a few nights ago and took these shot of the fountain. I know the one looks like a bomb exploding, but actually it was during the performance of the "Star Spangled Banner" with the flames shooting behind the water. It's really more impression in real life than the photo makes it appear.

Seminar Update

Yesterday's seminar was a huge, I repeat, HUGE success! It was totally different than any other seminar I have ever attended. The morning began with a warm-up session of exercises and knocking beach balls around the auditorium. Next was the "Twist Off", as I call it. Each office competed against each other by doing the "Twist". My office took second place. We were also entertained by special guests Darren Romeo "The Voice of Magic", and the Blues Brothers of Legends. Our main speaker was from OTC and introduced the FISH! philosophy, which surprisingly, our office already incorporates to a certain extent. We finished the afternoon off by watching to movie "Rudy" which is based on the life of Rudy Ruttinger. We all came away motivated, energized and ready to take on the world....or at least the rude customers who come our way day to day. :-)

Darren Romeo performing a card trick

Darren concentrating on the card trick

Elwood, Owner John Wallen, Gen. Mgr. Tanya, & Jake

General Manager Tanya tries to imitate Jake's moves

Seminar

Thursday, August 24, 2006, our company will be holding a seminar at the College of the Ozarks' Keeter Center (See photo). I will keep you posted on all the fun stuff that happens tomorrow.

I think this kid gets cuter everyday!

Stacey sent me this more recent photo of Akram taken a few days ago.

I had the privilege of seeing my friends Brad, Beth, and Roseann this past weekend. We met halfway at the Outback Steakhouse and spent several hours eating, talking, and laughing. It was fun. Here's a photo of Brad and Beth before digging into our meals.

I visited Stacey & Ahmed last evening and had the privilege of holding the newest addition to their family. He napped the entire time I was there, even with me holding him!

Wedding Bells

My cousin, Amanda has announce her engagement and will be getting married this December. Click here to view the slide show. Don't they make a lovely couple?

It seems that all I ever do anymore is work and eat....with a little sleep thrown in now and then. Tuesday was no exception. For lunch, the company I work for treated my entire department to a meal at the local Outback. While there, we also celebrated Monique's birthday. We all had fun and over-ate, as usual. I had every intention of taking more photos but quickly discarded the idea once the appetizers arrived. :-)

Who Said Shopping Can't Be Fun?!

Is That a TV Evangelist I See?

Fun Weekend

I had a few visitors over the weekend. My friend, Beth, from KS, her mom, Brenda, cousin Janet, and friend Dorthy came to Branson for a couple days. It was so fun hanging out with them, shopping, swimming 'til 3 in the morning, eating out, and more shopping... The pics are of us at Coldstone Creamery. They serve the best ice cream in the world!

It's A Boy!

My friends, Ahmed & Stacey, are the proud parents of a baby boy named Akram. He was born Sat. morning weighing in at 8lbs 6oz and 21 1/2 inches long.
Congratulations!

What Kind of English Do I Speak?

Your Linguistic Profile:

65% General American English

15% Dixie

10% Yankee

5% Midwestern

0% Upper Midwestern

What Kind of American English Do You Speak?

Why Visit Branson?

It seems different ones have been asking this question. Click here to read an interesting article on why people are visiting Branson.

Tourist Day

Since we work in the tourism/entertainment industry it helps if we can somehow relate to our client. To do so we named today "Tourist Day" here at the office. Several participated by dressing up like so many of the tourists we see day in and day out. Hope you enjoy the pic.

Left to Right Standing: Pat, Annette, Angie, Monique, Rick, Kelley

In Front: Tia, Igloo Cooler, Dan

Branson Landing

A few nights ago I ventured down to the new Branson Landing. It is much nicer than I expected. I decided to try out the camera feature on my new cell phone. I am fairly pleased with the results.