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Wednesday, December 29, 2010

The Year in Pictures: Life in Rehab 2010

We were peripherally aware that our behavior last year was about six miles south of normal.
Where ever that is.
In the interest of improving the content on this site and perhaps becoming more like the polished, popular blogs, we carefully went through the previous 12 month's posts and analyzed what we'd done.
 
We...well...we picked our dogs up and passed them back and forth just to prove we could.
 
We showed where my fear of Girl Scouts comes from.
 
We demonstrated how my housekeeping skills have always been stick-to-the-floor fantastic.
 
Savannah has severe allergic reactions to giant glitter skulls and blows up like a guppy.
I react more like Katie Perry. Hide the toddlers.
 
We spread mass hysteria and fear all Halloween season with our convincing
special effects and make up tricks.
 
Papparazzi. Who says you have to be famous to hate them?
 
But we did teach you to dream big. Nothing is impossible.
 
Including resisting this face.
A lot of people enjoyed our "Growing Your Own Cat" Tutorial.
Thank you for not calling PETA.
Although we raised some suspicions as far as our treatment of animals.
There was no real evidence that THIS was not accidental.
 
And this is not, I repeat NOT made of real cats.
 
Our philosophy on how to handle life's little bumps, like a major house fire, was immortalized by Tara at...um...well... Tara Being Tara.
We've demonstrated that safety gear is stylish. Ignore what other people say.
Pointing and laughing is a compliment in some parts of the world.
 
Dancing in tight places is in vogue.
My taste in lamps is beyond question. You should all mimic my style to the letter.
A well stocked pantry has to start with the essentials.
And make sure they are stored properly.
Never dress your children alike when on vacation, nor teach them your home address.
You will get them back.
Although it could be years later.
Mine don't hold a grudge if there's ice cream involved.
These, however, are the guys that will return them.
Living beings often make dandy decorations with enough hot glue.
 
Encourage your children to express their own style when dressing for school.
 
The making of household armaments is an essential skill.
Duct tape is amazingly versatile.
 
Accept constructive criticism when it comes to your cooking.
 
Flambe' all FAILS...
 
...and eat the evidence.
Bring offerings to the Feline Overlords on a regular basis.
Be humble.
Make sure Mom has access to lots of pictures from when you're younger
that will not chase women away.
 
Be proud of your work.
 
Come up with excellent disguises.
Learn how not to be seen.
And learn what to hide from.
And when.
 
Basically, we're really, really, really sorry.
But I doubt 2011 is going to be very different.
Not that that bothers me much...
(Back away slowly...)

41 comments:

Michelle @ Dream Home DIY said...

And we wouldnt have it any other way! Dont you even think about changing :0)

Sharon@KeenInspirations said...

Don't Change a thing, Sunny! I thoroughly enjoy your style! And "polished"= BORING!!!
Keep it coming in 2011!

Deb said...

We love you just the way you are :)

Heather{Our Life In a Click} said...

This was great! Thanks for the walk down memory lane and don't change a thing!! I still want to make those sheep!

La Vie Quotidienne said...

I would hope it wouldn't be any different because it has all been wonderful and so much fun to see. Please don't change a thing. Happy New Year!

Anonymous said...

Love it, Love you, Love the whole thing! Don't change at all! I can't wait to see what happens here in 2011 :)

Heather said...

I always look forward to visiting your blog because I know that you will make me smile and laugh! For my own personal mental health, please don't change a thing! :)

Beth@Wiccan Make Some Too said...

Stay the Sunny & Family that you are! (feline overlords may say different-ignore them) We love you here in Blogland Sunny. Keep up the fantabulous work in 2011! Besides where could I point if somebody asks if there is anyone stranger than me? ;)

Christie describeHappy said...

I only just found you toward the end of 2010 and haven't stopped laughing since. I do want you stay you and keep giving us the good stuff!! Looking forward to laughing into 2011 with you!

Musings from Kim K. said...

I am sneaking into my favorite blogs from the hospital with my mil. I love this post. Your blo always puts the biggest smile on my face. Happy new year friend.

Michelle L. said...

Laughing! My favorite: accepting the constructive criticism. If you guys catch the normal, I will never speak to you again. Thanks for a hee-larious post!

Anonymous said...

GIANT. GLITTER. SKULL!!!!!! Best thing EVER!!

I don't love Halloween the bestest, I don't know what you're talking about...

It looks like you had a fantastic year and I'm sorry I missed a good portion of it. Good thing there's this Archive thing I keep hearing about from the kids these days...

MJ said...

LOL So funny!! I love the last picture! Hihihi... It has been a wild year alright... here is to the nxt one! *lift glass of wine to you*

Denise said...

I just recently discovered your blog and was thrilled to find something different from the rest. Don't even flirt with the idea of changing!

Life in Rehab said...

Why thank you!

My favorite admonishment before a family outing is, "This time, could we please try NOT to scare the normals?"

Unknown said...

What fun! Your kids are such great spots.

Varda said...

Love this year in pictures. You have a great family, and clearly know how to have fun and not take yourselves too seriously.

Hope 2011 is spectacular for you all!

NanE said...

And it looks like you had a lot of fun in 2010! Happy New Year!

Gattina said...

Hahaha ! what a funny review of the year !!

Susan Anderson said...

You and your family are fun, fun, fun. (Small wonder, because you are an original from top to bottom.)

I love it!

=D

PS. No changes in the coming year...!

Linda Bob Grifins Korbetis Hall said...

keep laughing,
those shots are sweet and witty...

happy 2011.

RNSANE said...

Nothing boring about this blog! And it's a laugh a minute...no, make that a second!

Unknown said...

Hahaha! This is great - I love it! Don't change a thing, Sunny! Thanks for all the laughs and chuckles!

~Chelsea

Judie said...

Your life in rehab? Please give me the address!!

Teresa said...

So glad things aren't going to change much! Your blog is always a breath of fresh air!

Heather said...

Too bad you are on the other side of the country; I'd love to join you all at that pub! Keep keepin' on, Sunny. You are definitely a bright spot out here in blog land.

Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys said...

Sunny, you're a trip!! This is a hilarious post!

Happy New Year to you and the fam!!

Cheryl D. said...

Friggin' hilarious! I don't think I've seen your blog before! Great job!

Jenny said...

This was wonderful. I laughed through this whole thing.

Thak you for adding a touch of joy to a chilly, gray Arizona morning.

You inspire me to laugh at life...in spite of life!

Thank you for linking.

Hugs and Warm Happy New Years wishes.

KimMalk said...

It must be crazy insane at your house, and tons of laughs! :)

PAINTORDIG.blogspot.com said...

You guys are too fun! Don't change a thing!

Sarah @ The Pumpkin Patch said...

You already know how much I adore you. Thanks for being my friend through some very difficult months. I will always count myself lucky for "knowing" you.

Nikki said...

LOL, thanks for linking up! :)

GeorgiaBE said...

LOL! Thanks for the smile!

SJ @ Homemaker On A Dime said...

You have a very colorful life! You seem to enjoy every moment of it. Keep it up :)

j said...

But I just found your blog! Are you telling me I missed ALL of that? Excuse me while I wail and gnash my teeth... ARGH!! (sounds a lot like being a pirate, yes?)

Looking forward to reading what 2011 brings for your family.

Ami Allison said...

YAY! These are awesome and funny! What a great year Sunny! I'm so glad I met you....well CYBER met you! Sound naughty! HA!! Can't wait to see all your wackiness this year! OH I TOO have a ziploced bottle of blood! AND I clicked your project and then added my own!!

The British Homemaker said...

I have only just found your blog (from justagirl) and i have laughed so hard reading this post that i cant stop coughing!!! :)
I must return!! :)

Anonymous said...

I was really sorry to see that nobody knows how to have fun at your sedate and cookie cutter home. :0

Thanks for sharing at Becolorful.
Hugs and have a great week,
Pam

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I love your blog. I did the linking party with Maggie and found you that way.

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Christine said...

OMG, these are hilarious. What a delightful looking family.