National Girl Scout Cookie Day!

(Press release pulled from Girl Scout website)

February 8 is National Girl Scout Cookie Day!

Join in on the fun and festivities on National Girl Scout Cookie Day, when we'll celebrate the world's largest girl-led business and make it easy for you to buy or order cookies from your local Girl Scout Cookie Professional.

Your support helps us spread the word that buying Girl Scout cookies is more than just handing over money for a box. It's about the skills and learning a girl gains from interacting directly with you. It's about the experience of running her own cookie business and working with others. It's the reason we don't sell cookies online. And it's why we encourage you to buy your cookies from a Girl Scout.

Your purchase means you get tasty cookies—and a girl learns a lifetime of skills.

The RHOK is happy to support Girl Scout cookie day! Won't you support your local Girl Scouts and buy some yummy cookies today?

Download the app and find them quickly!

High tech, huh?


Yums all around,
The RHOK Stars

Tick Tock - The Time Keeper Book Review

I've been reading The Time Keeper by Mitch Albom along with a few friends and today is my final Time Keeper post.  

No matter how you are with your time, I feel like you could gain perspective by reading this story.  You may or may not identify with Dor, Victor or Sarah.  The important thing is that you reflect on how you spend your time and who you spend it with.

If you don't stop and evaluate how you spend your time every once in a while, then shame on you.  

My thoughts -

• The story's ending was a stretch of imagination, but I liked it.  
• The characters in the novel show how much we can impact those around us and how enriched our lives are when we prioritize the right relationships.  
• As a Christian, I love that God was truly at the center of the story.
• It was fun to think of a "Father Time" and what role he could play in our lives.
• I wish anyone with suicidal thoughts would read this book - especially teenagers.
• I would love to hear what a teenager thinks of this book.  In fact, I just might loan it to one and ask her to read it and share her thoughts.  Do you have to live more of life to understand the concepts here?

My Favorite Quotes - 

• Dor to Sarah (p. 195) - "Time is not something you give back.  The very next moment may be an answer to your prayer.  To deny that is to deny the most important part of your future."
• Dor to Victor (p. 206) - "There is a reason God limits our days... To make each one precious."
• Dor to Victor (p. 208) - "When you are measuring life, you are not living it."

My Question for you - 

Even if you haven't read the novel you can answer this one.  Was there ever a time in your life that you thought you weren't making a difference but were later told your actions were significant to another?

If you read the novel, how has it impacted your use of time?

I would love to hear your thoughts!

~ Mrs. Priss

Reflecting on my use of time like...

Tick, Tock - The Time Keeper, Part Two

Bookcover from www.amazon.com 

If you are just joining in and have no idea what we are doing, you can catch up here, then here.
We have read to chapter 21, but I am getting impatient.  Let's just finish the book before my next post.  Okay with you?  Then it is settled.  
We will have our final book posting on October 9th and wrap it up.
Questions: 

1. Can you identify with any of the characters and their personalities?
2. What is your current attitude about time? In other words, if Dor was listening to your thoughts on time, what would he hear?
3. Share a quote or thought that impacted you while reading this portion of the book.
4. Anything else you want to say?

First, I'm going to say that I love this book in part just because it is different.  Sometimes I feel like I am reading the same storyline in a different book.  That happens when you favor a particular genre or author.  I'm not a fan of rotating characters in a book, but he seems to be making it work and I can see the necessity of it in telling the story.
I'm not going to provide a synopsis of the book this time because I want you to read the story!
1. I'm having a hard time identifying with the characters, personally.  I can see glimpses of myself in most of them, but not enough to feel mirrored.  If I had to pick one, I would say I am a bit like Dor in that I miss the miracles of daily life in pursuit of my goals.  I hope I don't get stuck in a cave for thousands of years for that.
2. Time.  OH BOY.  Let's just say my whole entire family laughs when they talk about me and my calendar.  Everything I do in life is future oriented.  Days are mapped out to the point of insanity.  I have a lot to do and I will feel like a failure if I don't get it all done.  In my pursuit of making a difference and covering all of the bases, I wear myself out but I am very efficient with my time.  I don't understand how anyone can sit without doing anything and not feel an overwhelming sense of guilt.  Even when we watch television I am folding the laundry.  Anyone else have this problem?
3.  I love quotes.  

• On page 46, the old man said, "Man rarely knows his own power."  This made me think of the movie Pay It Forward.  What we do, whether positive or negative, has an impact on others.  We are all connected.  If you haven't seen that movie, go rent it.  Rent it now.
• On page 47, the old man tells Dor, "The length of your days does not belong to you."  I'm anxious to see what direction we are headed with this one.  Your thoughts?  From a spiritual aspect, my days should belong to God as I follow His will for my life.
• On page 52, it tells Victor's story of childhood heartbreak.  His motto in life comes from tragedy - "holding on to things 'will only break your heart.'"  This explains Victor's struggle with emotions and attachments.  Do you sometimes put barriers up when you don't really need them?  I know I do.  When your heart gets broken, it is hard to open up and trust again.  Do you put yourself out there?

I have no #4 for you today.  I am looking forward to hearing your thoughts and insights!

If you like the book, don't forget to tell your friends to read it together with us!  They can still post on our last installment coming up on October 9th!

~ Mrs. Priss

Enjoying a good book like...

The RHOK Reads!

It has been a while since I have been excited about a quality book.  You know what I mean -- a book with substance, one that will make you a better person for reading it.  Believe me when I say that I enjoyed the Twilight series just as much as the next girl, but I love a book that makes me reflect on my life and want to be a better person for reading it.
Reading a Mitch Albom book always achieves this goal.
I've been doing some thinking about how I use my time.  It is our most valuable resource!  Sometimes I think I need to volunteer more, sometimes I feel like I need to volunteer less.  Am I spending time on things that truly matter?

Book cover picture stolen from Amazon.com

Today, Mitch Albom's new book The Time Keeper comes out.  It will be a bit pricier because it is new, but I'm hoping some of you will be willing to jump in and read it with me anyway.  Personally, I will be buying the hardcover edition instead of the e-book on this one.  I think it will be one I want my kids to read someday.
From the website: In Mitch Albom's newest work of fiction, the inventor of the world's first clock is punished for trying to measure God's greatest gift. He is banished to a cave for centuries and forced to listen to the voices of all who come after him seeking more days, more years. Eventually, with his soul nearly broken, Father Time is granted his freedom, along with a magical hourglass and a mission: a chance to redeem himself by teaching two earthly people the true meaning of time. He returns to our world-now dominated by the hour-counting he so innocently began-and commences a journey with two unlikely partners: one a teenage girl who is about to give up on life, the other a wealthy old businessman who wants to live forever. To save himself, he must save them both. And stop the world to do so. Told in Albom's signature spare, evocative prose, this remarkably original tale will inspire readers everywhere to reconsider their own notions of time, how they spend it and how precious it truly is.  
My question for you is this.
WHO IS IN? Who wants to read this book with me?
If I get some RHOK readers to participate then I will be posting about it this month. I won't know if you are reading along with me unless you comment.  To get this thing going, please leave a comment at the end of this post or on our Facebook page.

If you are joining me, please get the book a.s.a.p. and read the first couple of chapters by Thursday, September 13th if you can.  Participants can either keep to commenting on the post that day (or under the post on the Facebook page) or may choose to post about it on their own blog and give us a link to their post.  If you post about it, I promise to get over there and comment on it.  I'm a giver like that.

I'm really hoping some of you will read along with me.

Anyone?

Anyone?

Bueller?

Bueller??

Mrs. Priss

Reading every night until my eyes won't stay open like...

Olympic Trivia Quiz

I found some of these Olympic and summer trivia quizzes over on Trivia Champ. I thought it might be fun to see what you know. Leave your answers in the comments & I'll assume you are not going to cheat! This particular quiz was meant to be given before the games: so, bonus! You know you will get a few correct. I hope! :) I'll respond with all the answers later tonight.

photo: Rueters

Where will the Summer Olympics in 2012 be held?

a. London
b. York
c. Bath
d. Cambridge


How many events will be a part of the 2012 Olympics?

a. 302
b. 250
c. 175
d. 350


Which member of the royal family is supposed to compete in the 2012 Summer Olympics?

a. Zara Philips
b. Prince Edward
c. Prince Harry
d. Princess Anne


What is the name of the 2012 Summer Olympics' mascot?

a. Waldi
b. Wenlock
c. Syd
d. Izzy


Which of these sports will not appear at the 2012 games?

a. Rowing
b. Badminton
c. Cricket
d. Beach Volleyball


As of the June 2012, how many nations have qualified to go to the summer games?

a. 189
b. 112
c. 217
d. 308


Each Summer Olympics has its own motto. What is the motto of the 2012 games?

a. One World, One Dream
b. Inspire a generation
c. The Celebration of the Century
d. Dare to Dream


What is the slogan used for all of the Olympic Games?

a. Dare To Dream
b. Friends Forever
c. Swifter, Higher, Stronger
d. Harmony and Progress


Which Olympic event is going to take place at Greenwich Park during the 2012 Summer Olympics?

a. Canoeing
b. Rowing
c. Equestrian
d. Archery


One of the summer 2012 swimming Olympic events will be held outside. Where is it being held?

a. The English Channel
b. The Tames
c. The Serpent
d. The Avon


How did the Olympic flame arrive in England?

a. Ship
b. Airplane
c. Helicopter
d. Underground tunnel


Which sport had to be granted a special dispensation to allow it to be held in England?

a. Shooting
b. Archery
c. Rowing
d. Fencing


As part of the Olympic festivities, which movie has been re-mastered and will be shown in over 100 different cinemas?

a. Miracle
b. International Velvet
c. Chariots of Fire
d. Personal Best


Who will officially open the Olympic Games?

a. Prince Charles
b. Queen Elizabeth
c. Prime Minister David Cameron
d. Prime Minister Tony Blair


It is customary for the next host to make a showing at the closing ceremony. Which country will be hosting the 2016 games?

a. Brazil
b. China
c. Untied states
d. Japan


Still cheering on the US of A!
Mrs. Sinclair
A RHOK STAR
Extraordinaire

How do you clean?

I'm watching hoarders while remembering that it's my day to post.

I watch this show to remind me my house is seriously fine comparatively. I mean you can't touch the ceiling from climbing upon stuff.

This has me thinking about cleaning routine. Are you a clean as you see it ? Or are you a scheduler? Or do you pay for a cleaning lady and clean too. There are all kinds of people- I'm just taking a poll.

Personally I am thinking of coming a scheduler. I've been an at random for ever. There are somethings I cannot stand, and it must be fixed pronto....like dirty counters & crap on the floor. But other things I could leave for months like the dishwasher to be emptied.

Is there a favorite cleaning tip or website you'd like to mention? I'm thinking of making a chart, and also making my kids in charge of a lot more. Share your ideas!

Mrs. Sinclair,
A RHOK STAR
who wants to declutter

Ahhhh, sum sum summertime

Two of the five housewives already have kiddos out of school. One of those being me.

It's bittersweet taste, really. This is early, folks. And after day one- let's just say it may be a LONG summer. Somehow my children suddenly think summer translates to "do whatever we want, when we want."

I went ahead and set them straight on that first thing this morning. Then I threatened them with boarding camp. You know, like boarding school, but maybe more fun.

So, I'm going to need some chill pills and some ideas to keep them busy. (The kids, not the pills. I've plenty of ideas for the pills! Ha!) Anyone? Perhaps this is a great time to share your favorite summer activities. So, do share, y'all. SHARE A LOT. Leave your incredible ideas that I need in the comments. Please. I'm really interested in saving my sanity.

I know y'all won't let me down!

*Mrs. Sinclair*

on the edge

(And it ain't the edge of glory, yo.)

The Meeting

The writers of the RHOK have started holding monthly meetings to connect and plan.  I bet you didn't know that.  This is what last month's meeting looked like in my super messy game room.

I know what you're thinking.  You are wondering if we actually accomplish anything at these meetings.The answer is... kinda.
Our meetings are appropriately dubbed the "RHOK Talk" because we don't have a shortage of things to say.You are shocked.  Right?
At our April meeting, we planned some RHOK Outs for this summer and fall.  We really did.
At one point, I started taking notes when Mrs. Montgomery pointed out the absurdity of our conversations.Keep in mind as you read on - what I'm about to share is only the portion that is appropriate to share.  The most hilarious snippet from Mrs. Hart was not bloggable.  
There was some seriously funny stuff going down in the corner booth at Applebee's.    The following are snippets from our meeting.

• Mrs. Montgomery: "Are we going to have a Mom Prom?"
• Mrs. Montgomery (talking GCB): "Grace. Forgiveness. Mercy. You gotta PROVE it by your actions. Thank you, Jesus."
• Mrs. Albright: "Just a good bunkin' ain't gonna do it."
• Mrs. Montgomery: "Are we going to have a Mom Prom?"
• Mrs. Priss: "We're gonna get shirts for $5! Oh, we don't like Gildan?"
• Mrs. Montgomery: "Are we going to have a Mom Prom?"
• Mrs. Montgomery to Priss: "You're a good ride."
• Mrs. Albright to Priss: "What was that wiener taster we saw at Gordmans?"
• Mrs. Montgomery: "Are we going to have a Mom Prom?"
• We all bellyached over the trauma of fat-fingering our Drawing With Friends pictures while Mrs. Sinclair passed out iPhone pens for each of the housewives. PENS!
• Mrs. Albright whined about the fact that no one was commenting on her Facebook post.
• Mrs. Hart showed up in a hot pink Journey 4 Jugs shirt.  Discussion ensued.
• Mrs. Albright began showing off screen shots of her extravagant pictures from Drawing With Friends.  (Someone requires a lot of attention)
• Mrs. Priss showed Mrs. Albright the bruise on her butt.
• Mrs. Priss showed off a picture of Mrs. Albright in a horrid outfit with camel toe that she previously promised to delete.  Priss and Albright find it hysterical that Priss - the picture taker - shows up in the picture and appears to be naked because her hair covers the strap of her shirt. I'd show you the picture, but then I'd have to kill you.
• You will notice there are not a lot of quotes from Mrs. Sinclair and Mrs. Hart.  It's hard to quote the silent eye rolls.
• The seersucker debate conclusion - 4 out of 5 housewives agree that boys between the ages of 3 and 70 should not be wearing seersucker.  Sorry, Mrs. Montgomery, you are just plain wrong.  Seersucker has limitations.
• And while we are discussing Mrs. Montgomery's wrong-ness, Fort Worth is so much better than Dallas. So much better.

Be looking for invitations and updates on Facebook.  We want to see your face at our events this summer!

And did someone say MOM PROM?

Oh yes, she did.

It is going to be... (wait for it)... legend... ARY!

We are working on the details for this upcoming Fall.

It's gonna RHOK like no other!

Mrs. Priss

Hoping that bruise heals soon like...

RHOK'n the Keywords

Ever want to know what brings people to the RHOK? Well,

every once in awhile I like to know too. It's very entertaining.

Below are our most recent "keywords", or words that people

searched with to find us as they were typed in. They are in order

of popularity, from most used to least.

phenomenal woman- Why yes. We all are. Thanks!

healthy friendships- That is us! Wow, people are smart.

Skinny Girls with stretch marks-

Well, hmmmm. I don't know about the other girls,

but this doesn't apply to moi.

a house divided- None of those here. Though we are

a blog divided.

funny face book about unfriending- Did we cover this?

grief images- What are these exactly?

how to look like a swimsuit model-Tell me. I need to know.

catchy phrases answer face book survey- Of course.

Get ALL your catchy phrases here.

hand- Foot?

how to get sorority recommendations- It's not easy, kids!

loss of loved one- Unfortunately, yes, we covered that.

mini champagne bottle labels- Do we have these?

photos of spring- We do have lots of photos.

Spavinaw state park- FUN.

summer bucket list ideas- Yes. This exists.

TISSUE PAPER SPIRIT STICK IDEAS- Now,

I have no clue about this. How does one make a

stick out of tissue paper, anyhow?

100th birthday cake black and white clip art images-I am sure

you came here by extreme accident.

blue hole Oklahoma- FUN. FUN. FUN.

Brooke Decker- Had to google her myself.

bully- We don't like them. Be nice.

Do you ever take a minute to marvel over how people find you?

You definitely should. See how fun(ny) it is? It can also be an

ego boost. I mean not just one, but over 19 people searched for

phenomenal woman to find us!

Enoy searching!

Mrs. Sinclair

 

aka the phenomenal woman

Disney Housewives

If you're like me, you missed SNL this weekend. I couldn't resist this Housewife - Disney parody that has been floating around Facebook. The video has me wondering what Real Oklahoma Housewife & Disney Princess would you pair up? Here are my picks...

Mrs. Priss

And

For her love of all that is pure {and tidy}.

Mrs. Albright

And

For her love of books. {and beasts}.


Mrs. Sinclair

And

For being a hopeless romantic {and RHOK a spell over you}.


Mrs. Hart

And

For always being kind {and determined to get what she wants}.


Mrs. Montgomery

And

For her spirited nature {and big hair}.


Here's a link to the SNL skit. Hilarious!




What Disney Princess are YOU most like in life?
xoxo~
Mrs. Montgomery
Playing Princess Dress Up Like a...

You Might Call It a RHOK Out...

So, the housewives decided to try another weekend RHOK Out again last weekend. We'd had many requests for a weekend get-together and we were feeling pretty good with the RSVP's. But, it turned out to just be the housewives, hubbies and a few close friends who actually showed up. Yeah, not thinking the weekends are the time for RHOK Outs!

It didn't really matter to us though, as we had a terrific time! We met at Baker's Street Pub & Grill to hear Uninvited Guest perform. They are a great dance band playing fun music from the 80's! Baker's Street is personally not my favorite place to be on a weekend night. It's too crowded and such a "meat market", if you know what I mean. However, you do get to see things you might not typically see on a Monday night!

We were joined by two former RHOK Housewives - Mrs. Edwards and Mrs. Coco. It was great seeing them again. It had been too long. Thank you, girls, for coming!  My dear friend Kris also made it out to hang with us. We were missing Mrs. Hart though. She was sick. Boo! I, along with Mrs. Priss and Mrs. Montgomery brought along our hubbies. It made for a fun couple's night out. We need to do that more often. I love that I actually love these ladies AND their husbands.

Me, Mrs. Priss, Mrs. Montgomery, JennyKate (former Mrs. Edwards), Christy (former Mrs. Coco) and Kris.

The housewives minus Mrs. Hart

And, now, for a few candid photos of our evening....

Mr. and Mrs. Montgomery

Mr. and Mrs. Albright

Look who we ran in to? It's our RHOK friend, Patrick. He was there with his beautiful girlfriend. It was nice to meet her.

Yes, Mrs. Priss is wearing lots of glow-in-the-dark hoops on her ears! 

We are sorry you weren't able to come hang out with us. You missed a good time. We will be planning future RHOK Outs. What night of the week do you think is best for RHOK Outs? Where would you like to see us host future events? We'd love your feedback.

P.S.
I just wanted to remind everyone who uses the iPhone app Instagram of our upcoming Instameet next Sunday, March 11 at McNellie's Pub, downtown Tulsa at 12:00pm. I know the 12:00 time is not convenient, but it's a worldwide meetup and Instagram set the time. We would love to meet you and learn about your favorite editing applications and tips. We will then go on an Instawalk in the downtown area.

Please follow our local group on Facebook - Instagram918


Please be sure to invite your friends that use Instagram as well and share the Facebook page with them.

Mrs. Albright
Rockin' the RHOK Out, like.....

Why I love The RHOK

When The RHOK first launched a couple of years ago, I never dreamed I'd still be a part of it today. We've had our ups and downs, but that's to be expected when a handful of women collaborate on the same blog. We've had housewives on here come and go. It's not for everyone. One thing I've learned is you have to be a team player. If you can't play on a team, collaborating on a blog is not for you. You've got to put on your big girl panties and thicken your skin. It ain't for sissies!

Over the past two years we've held RHOK Outs on a regular basis. What's a RHOK Out, you may ask? It is when we schedule an event that we invite you to attend with us. We've had some pretty fun events, if I do say so myself. Some of the events are big and some are small.... all are fun.


We've gotten to be on T.V. That was nerve-wracking and exciting. It also opened some new doors for us. Our future is looking bright.

But, I really want to share about one of our housewives in particular.... Mrs. Hart. Mrs. Hart recently won a contest on Happy First. Debbie (the housewives love Debbie) at Happy First, has the cutest "chick" t-shirts. She was running a contest on a new "chick" name. Mrs. Hart submitted a few ideas and out of all the submissions her name, Super Chick, was chosen the winner. A portion of all the proceeds goes to the charity of Mrs. Hart's choice - Turn Tulsa Pink. Mrs. Hart, the other housewives and I are sure proud of you!

Here is the news segment about Happy First and the new T-shirts. We totally think you should purchase one of these tees. It's for a great cause.

Thanks to you, we've come a long way, baby!

Mrs. Albright


who is enjoying the ride.