Posts Tagged ‘training’

Faerie

So alot of you know I’m a smoker right?  Well, along with working on my QuickBooks v2008 certification this weekend, I just stopped smokin’.  I had one in my hand on Friday at 11 AM and had smoked a puff or two and then, well… I don’t know exactly what happened really.  I just turned around, put it out and then threw away all of my cigs, lighters etc.

I’m using the patch and the Nicorette Gum – so far, no smokey.

I apologize for not updating the site every day lately, I’ve been working really hard on getting my business movin’ along.    My Certification is important right now, and I’m 2/3 done.

Not smoking is making me sick.  I know, sounds funny huh?  But your body begins to clean itself up immediately after you stop smoking.  So now I’m coughing, can’t smell a thing (I could for a moment there the first day or so), and I’m so tired.

I wanted to come through and say howdy!

My husband went to the training this weekend and came back quite happy.

Maybe he was happy ’cause I didn’t smell like smoke.  Sure makes for kissin’ alot better.    hee hee

Love and Light all!

~Monica~

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Happily updated by: monicaford.

Here’s my Search and Rescue partner! He’s getting so big! He’s in at 51lbs last week and is so derned smart!

We are at training tomorrow morning again, he’s doing very well.

Have a great 4th and a great Friday!

Mon

What would happen if we all simply cared about one another – no issues, no anger, no hatred for what we don’t understand… I think it would be nice.

Search and Rescue training has been going very well.  It’s a great group and I’m lucky to have found them.  Still waiting on my puppy.

This weekend was fun, it was me, my hubby, my sons and our 3 year old lab – Sammy out on a hike.  Beautiful day.  Here’s some pics.

It was a bit overcast, but still beautiful as nature always is.

A beautiful peacock was so nice to hold still for me as I crept twords him with a camera in hand.

The boys trotting along.

Otherwise, it’s just life here.  Nothing of event – just loving life.

Peace.

Monica

I’ve been to two trainings so far as a guest for the search and rescue team. I go to my third this weekend.

Being out in the wilderness “local wilderness” has been awesome.

So, time to get my dog – my partner in searching. I’ve been talking to breeders which is a whole new deal for me. But very interesting!

Looks like it’s definitely a German Shepherd as I had one growing up and I admire their working ethic. AND they have an awesome prey drive.

Looking for a new truck too. Although don’t want a new one. I was thinking an older Toyota 4Runner.

So, wanted to check in… I’m gonna be dancing through my buddies blogs within the next few days ’cause I miss ya all!

Hugs, and love and light,

Monica

I’ve had many “dreams” or “pulls” in my life ~ always towards a life purpose. I have children, one purpose in my life was obviously to be a momma to 3 and a step mom to one. Another purpose was to take Daniel as my husband, there was plenty of Universal Guidance at play with that one (believe me!).

So why have I felt like I haven’t done what I’m supposed to be doing in another aspect of my life?

I’m an accountant and small business adviser. I’m even a database gal too! I own my own business. But does being in that career give me a purpose? No. Sadly, no.

No one is going to be all the better in their “life” if I do their books, banking, or database. They may be able to go home at night without worrying about tasks, but does it contribute to their welfare? Nope. Again, sadly, no.

So what’s missing? I have a huge VOID in my life. I’ll explain a bit of Monica 101 to you.

1) Graduating from High School I was signed up for a 7 year agreement with the Air Force. My scores were high, and I could choose certain career paths. I chose a Security K9 Specialist. That would have meant, (as long as it held), I would get a dog and train for anything… bombs, narcotics, firearms… etc. I was SO completely excited as my date to leave approached. Sadly, again… something happened to get me OUT of the military. I won’t go too much into it, but suffice it to say when I could actually enter – I was 7 weeks pregnant. Doh!

2) After having babies and such I began a massive amount of applications, ride-alongs, testing for Police departments. By that time my brother was an officer, and the two of us would have just been in the same career. Hey, that was right down the same alley and perhaps I could go into investigations for a city or K9 unit! Obviously, that wasn’t the way the Universe decided I should go so a certain issue came up and OUT of that I was.

3) … the here and now – investigating into SAR K9. This is search and rescue K9 team. Completely volunteer!

I’m at #3 now. I’ve contacted the local CARDA chapter and one of the trainers contacted me back and took time with me explaining the different disciplines. The work of being a volunteer Search and Rescue team is quite tough, and the trainings are 2x a week with you and your dog. Not to mention the certifications that are required of course. Red Cross certs, First Responder 80 hour training + ALOT MORE! It takes about 2 years for you and your dog to be “Mission Ready”. It’s a serious commitment to be sure and one I don’t take lightly.

I cannot tell you how completely excited I am about reaching towards this venture and perhaps life long endeavor. I’m going on Sunday with them to a training in the hills and brush nearby. I’ll be bringing my hiking boots, backpack and ever curious mind. I am so completely EXCITED!

I had contacted this group about 7 years or so ago and realized at that time that being a single momma and getting called out for a search in the middle of the night (you KNOW that’s when they happen. ) I’d have an issue with the kids. So I decided with the guidance from the team member that waiting until they were older would be a much better position to be in.

So here I am. Researching everything I possibly can regarding what type of searches I need to be trained for. Happy that my car can get me to Longitude and Latitude coordinates, ’cause that’s how they give out locations for trainings… LOL Phew.

Excitement aside ~ I have been asked for years why this is something I’ve wanted to do. I mean being in the Wilderness perhaps, or at a recent disaster, searching for folks in need – yes Dead or alive by the way. Many friends and family have always asked “why would you do that?”. I have searched for the words to explain and I guess it boils down to ~

For me it would be a privilege to serve others in this way.

As for the dog, they know of breeders for GSDs (German Shepards) which is the breed I’m most interested for this. Although, I keep looking at Sammy and his nose of doom (seriously you cannot hide from this dog!) wondering if it wouldn’t be an idea to see what he’s capable of. Who knows, I’m not at that point yet.

I’ll blog on how it went and if I could keep up!

Love and Light to you and yours,

Monica

Oh my gosh what a WEEK!

Again with my son and cutting himself.  Not attempted suicide this time, just cutting because of anger… I’m going to bang my head against a brick wall.  Not really, but WHAT DO I DO?!  

I found out when I took him to his Dr. today, and apparently it happened last night.  Thing is, he was happy, and carefree all day yesterday!  Yeah, I know… Bi-Polar, up and down… JEEEZE a mother could die worrying from all this stuff.  Again, not really.

I miss my training, it always kept me on the up – I mean, I always felt in control of my feelings and such… now, well…. not so much.  ::sigh:: I know I know, I’m venting.  I’ll be perfect and so will he.

I thought I’d let a ARRRRGH!!!! out here ’cause I can.

Love and Light and hide the SHARP OBJECTS~!  ::groan:: 

Hi there!  I took a “tag” of sorts from Titania over at Finding Life’s Enchantments 38 Things About Me.  I’ve never been tagged for a meme and thought it would be interesting.  Well, interesting to do… not necessarily to read.  LOL  Hope you get some info…

1. Name one person who made you laugh last night?
My husband and kids when we were talking about my eyes burning… not sure why that was funny, but they sure made me giggle.

2. What were you doing at 0800?
Today at 0800 I was sitting in the waiting room while my son was in at the doctors.  I was reading something about gangs and violence in the US in one of the magizines they throw on a table there.  There are over 700,000 members of gangs in the US.  I had no idea…

3. What were you doing 30 minutes ago?
Cancelling our arrangements to stay somewhere else other than our poor house.  We were told to vacate ’cause of the water damage and the machinery (er, sounds like an airplane is in our house getting ready to take off… “what? I can’t hear you!”).  However, the kids had mini panic attacks at the thought of staying nights in a local motel and having to leave our dog here by his little lonesome!  So here we stay… “what?  did you say something?  I can’t hear you!”

4. What happened to you in 2006?
I got married to Daniel whom I’ve known for about 17 years.  We’ve dated, er… or seen eachother on and off for um… (counting on fingers) well, since 11/2004 I suppose.  Married 5/2006.  I had been with him on dates and such when me and my ex broke up in 2002 and 2003 and prior to that… but when I was with my boyfriend we didn’t see eachother ofcourse… I’m very committed in my relationships.

5. What was the last thing you said out loud?
“Sammy honey, you okay?”  My black lab is trying to find somehwere the house to lay down that won’t blow his fur off.  (huge fans and dehumidifiers)

6. How many beverages did you have today?
Two – water and my latte… OH I need to make some coffee!

7. What colour is your hairbrush?
Which one?  Let’s see… black handle and bristles with copper kinda to assist in drying, pink with white bristles, larger ones, smaller ones… all pink/blue/black, round ones flat ones

8. What was the last thing you paid for?
Mortgage!  Whooooooooo Hooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

9. Where were you last night?
Driving around with my kids and hubby trying to find somewhere to sleep.  We came back home…   No vacancies out here?  That’s nearly impossible we are in farmer’s country!

10. What colour is your front door?
RED!  Oh I’ve always wanted a red door.

11. Where do you keep your change?
Er, bottom of my purse, huge empty water jug, misc cans or glasses… I really should turn it all in ya know

12. What’s the weather like today?
Absolutely beautiful, clear skies and 70s

13. What’s the best ice-cream flavour?
Being an ex Baskin Robbins employee (yes, teen years!) I have to say I loooooooove Peanut Butter and Chocolate and that’s tied with Chocolate Fudge

14. What excites you?
Nature.  Seriously… trees, moss, dirt, sky, clouds, rain… you name it.  And… my hubby

15. Do you want to cut your hair?
Nope, nada… no way.  I cut mine short a while back.  My daughter was very clear in saying “but momma, you never like it short”.  I didn’t listen and cut it.  Thankfully, it’s growing… ::sigh:: the things we do.

16. Are you over the age of 25?
Oh yes… you betcha.  40 in February.  Whooot!

17. Do you talk a lot?
Um, heck ya!    With long periods of silence as well just to throw folks off… “oh she’s sure quite… wait, maybe not…”

18. Do you watch the O.C.?
Not sure what that means… overly cautious, outwardly cookoo?  I think you mean the TV show.  I don’t watch TV. 

19. Do you know anyone named Steven?
My 15 year old – Stephen.  As for the name precisely “Steven” well, yes… I had a friend in training named Steven.

20. Do you make up your own words?
snookiepup snickerlicious

21. Are you a jealous person?
I see the word “jealous” as meaning that you want something someone else has.  With that definition… nope.

22. Name a friend whose name starts with the letter ‘A’
Audra – Haven’t seen her since I was in my early 20s.

23. Name a friend whose name starts with the letter ‘K’
Kevin

24. Who’s the first person on your received call list?
My husband, Daniel

25. What does the last text message you received say
“First study and second finish guided reading”  – my eldest son text msgs me his homework every day so we don’t forget it when he gets home

26. Do you chew on your straw?
Nope…. well, hmmm… nope.

27. Do you have curly hair?
Not curly, but quite wavy actually.

28. Where’s the next place you’re going to?
Not sure.  I’m at the whim of my husband.  (I can’t drive yet)   Sunday though I have tickets to see John Holland and Lisa Williams in San Francisco with my bestest friend Dawn.

29. Who’s the rudest person in your life?
Trouble is… the person probably doesn’t know how rude or mean she is.  I’d rather not say… but she is quite hurtful.   I just send love and light and get over it.

30. What was the last thing you ate?
Last night, chinese food.

31. Will you get married in the future?
Already married to the love of my life

32. What’s the best movie you’ve seen in the past 2 weeks?
Eragon

33. Is there anyone you like right now?
Like – Life and everything that’s in this life

34. When was the last time you did the dishes?
1 hour ago

35. Are you currently depressed?
Not depressed, but definately drained of positive energy.  I work on it daily.  2007 has been a whole like of life happening.

36. Did you cry today?
Nada

37. Why did you answer and post this?
Titania was curious so… thought I’d satisfy that a bit. 

38. Tag 5 people you want to do this survey.
Guilty Secret, My Daughter Jessica, Sexy Magic, Ruby Shooz and TESS! 

We’ve had a very full few weeks it seems.  We graduated from our Impact Trainings Lift Off training and that was a blast!  This week we are at their Couples and Commitment training.  Sounds great!

We are in Coalville, UT and it’s absolutely beautiful.  We came in driving from Salt Lake and there was a gorgeous lightning storm as we were coming through.

I wanted to take a moment to tell you all hello, and I’ll be blogging soon.

Love and Light!

Mon