Would You Believe

I would rather go to the dentist than go shopping. Seriously. Being in a store surrounded by all the things and people and things makes me feel overwhelmed and anxious. I have never enjoyed it. And I am beyond thankful for the advent of online shopping as an option today. Steve, however? Not so much.

I have never received a traffic ticket. However, one time in high school, I was stopped by a very kind officer who informed me I was going well over fifty-five mph, to which I readily agreed. Then he told me that the speed limit in that area was thirty-five mph. I was with my best friend, Jenn, and we were going to McDonald's. It was the first time my Dad allowed me to drive outside the town limits. I tried to explain to the officer that I was sorry and would be more careful. I said all the things you say when you are seventeen, and your Dad lets you take the car out of town the first time. The officer must have been a parent because he let me off with a warning. Jenn still wanted to go to McDonalds, even though I couldn't even think of eating! When I got home, Dad was there and asked about my time. I started telling him how great it was, and then I couldn't stand it anymore. I broke out sobbing and told him the whole thing! He listened and asked me if I learned anything that day. I had. And to this day, I check my speed in that area and think of my Dad. When we were all done talking, he smiled and said he knew all about it long before I was home. I had not taken my license, another strike, so when the officer ran my name through the system, all my Dad's friends, who listened to the police scanner for entertainment, heard and called him long before I got home!

I do not like ketchup. At all. In fact, I have never personally put ketchup on anything. I love tomatoes. Do not love ketchup. I will eat it if it is already on something ~ Hello, Mcdonald's cheeseburger ~ But I cannot imagine willingly adding it to anything. If Steve makes burgers, I eat them totally plain. Hotdogs? Plain, or if I feel extra festive, mustard and chopped onions. Don't even get me started on relish!

I am sure your day is complete now that you know these random facts about me. So, on this lovely ordinary day, I am off to do beautifully mundane things. First, though, a few pictures from my camera roll on my phone because they are too sweet not to share. Have a lovely Wednesday, my friends!

Remember when your kids were young and followed you everywhere? I miss that. These dogs are helping, though. 

More pictures from Steve on his walk. 

And best friends for life.

Happy Wednesday!

Billie Jo