GAH!!!!!!!!!! Seriously, I thought I was fine since I haven't touched a book in over a month - at least. But of course I follow the freakin blog and now it's like I'm re-hooked on the junk. Not to mention my best friend just read the series and so I've gotten to talk about it. My class is finishing up in the next couple weeks. Then I start my Psych classes. Maybe, MAYBE someone can finally help me get over this ridiculous series. It's nuts. I literally feel like an idiot crazy woman with nothing else better to do than read FICTION and look at pictures of ACTORS portraying these freakin characters. AHHHHH!!!! It's madness I tell you - pure madness.
I think I'll do some research to see if there's another series to take my mind off this junk. Damn it. Damn it all to hell!
Friday, May 29, 2009
Sunday, May 24, 2009
A memorable week and end
Ok, so since the last post I've been busy busy busy! That Wednesday after the job offer I drove down to the federal center to fill out paperwork. I think I signed my name 15 times that day. After that I went to Costco. That store is literally a danger zone for me. I went in for a COUPLE things and walked out with a full cart. Granted, it will save us money in the long run.. but still. The initial shock of your receipt is a little... hard to swallow.
Once I got back to the house we literally did nothing. I napped and watched 3 movies. Doubt, What Happens in Vegas and Bride Wars. Doubt, in my opinion, was DUMB. I love Phillip Seymour Hoffman though and Meryl Streep. Amy Adams is fine too, but really... she hardly acted. The other two were entertaining. Then I actually made it to bed at a decent time. Thursday mid-morning a gal pal came over. She and I took the pups back to that frightful trail with the rattle snake. It was actually a really gloomy day but also kinda neat. It felt like we were walking through the fog. The dogs played in the water and we just chatted. Of course because I wasn't alone this time it went by really quickly. And I had my water. Anyhoo... after she left I soaked in a nice hot bath with Epsom salts and napped for a bit. Then I got up, made myself a yummy dinner and watched tv with the dogs. Friday morning I got up, straightened at the house and headed home. OH! Actually, I did meet a new dog sitting client near his place. Then I headed home. We had the squirt Friday night. It really is unbelievable how quickly he is growing. And the things that come out of his mouth... wow. Saturday we stayed home cause the little guy had Pink Eye. Not fun for him and especially not fun for others that get it.
Last night though I met up with one of my girlfriends. She really is amazing and I miss her like crazy. She only lives in Boulder, but seriously... some days it feels like a world away. We had a drink and appetizers at a very snazzy restaurant in Cherry Creek. There's a reason I don't go down there. The people are snooty and it just feels very unaccepting. Whatever. I'm cool. HA!!
Then today I got to finally come home and relax in my own bed. MY BED! I haven't slept in it for over a week because of dog sitting. But now I have like, 3 or 4 nights off before the next client.
So far so good. All is well. Nothing new to report. Ace and I did get new phones yesterday and got on a better plan. I can't stand spending more money than is necessary.
Alright. Until next time.
Once I got back to the house we literally did nothing. I napped and watched 3 movies. Doubt, What Happens in Vegas and Bride Wars. Doubt, in my opinion, was DUMB. I love Phillip Seymour Hoffman though and Meryl Streep. Amy Adams is fine too, but really... she hardly acted. The other two were entertaining. Then I actually made it to bed at a decent time. Thursday mid-morning a gal pal came over. She and I took the pups back to that frightful trail with the rattle snake. It was actually a really gloomy day but also kinda neat. It felt like we were walking through the fog. The dogs played in the water and we just chatted. Of course because I wasn't alone this time it went by really quickly. And I had my water. Anyhoo... after she left I soaked in a nice hot bath with Epsom salts and napped for a bit. Then I got up, made myself a yummy dinner and watched tv with the dogs. Friday morning I got up, straightened at the house and headed home. OH! Actually, I did meet a new dog sitting client near his place. Then I headed home. We had the squirt Friday night. It really is unbelievable how quickly he is growing. And the things that come out of his mouth... wow. Saturday we stayed home cause the little guy had Pink Eye. Not fun for him and especially not fun for others that get it.
Last night though I met up with one of my girlfriends. She really is amazing and I miss her like crazy. She only lives in Boulder, but seriously... some days it feels like a world away. We had a drink and appetizers at a very snazzy restaurant in Cherry Creek. There's a reason I don't go down there. The people are snooty and it just feels very unaccepting. Whatever. I'm cool. HA!!
Then today I got to finally come home and relax in my own bed. MY BED! I haven't slept in it for over a week because of dog sitting. But now I have like, 3 or 4 nights off before the next client.
So far so good. All is well. Nothing new to report. Ace and I did get new phones yesterday and got on a better plan. I can't stand spending more money than is necessary.
Alright. Until next time.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Holy Moly Tuesday
Well, today was interesting. I went to bed late cause CC was here hanging out. Woke up early to feed the dogs and went back to bed. Finally got up and around, ate some breakfast... cruised the internet for a bit then got dressed to take the dogs out. We went to Coot Lake this time. It's near IBM. Aaron and I used to meet there for lunch to walk around and talk. It's a really pretty area. Of course because it's a lake the dogs went swimming and had a pleasant time. Got back to the house and I got back on the computer. Then, out of the blue, my phone rings... I don't recognize the number but answered. It just so happened to be the gal from the schmoverment. She officially offered me the position. Full time. 40 hours a week. Full benefits. Student position that will eventually lead into a permanent "real" position. At first I was sort of shocked and didn't know what to say so I told her I'd call her back after I talked with my husband. Of course Ace was fine with any decision I made... he just wants me to be happy. Then I called my boss. She of course was disappointed that I'd be leaving but said that it is an incredible opportunity and that I have to do what's best for me. Sigh. Then I called my co-worker, whom I now consider a friend. She literally made everything better. She was SUPER excited for me and told me I had to take this job. After I got off the phone with her I called the gal at the schmoverment back and accepted the position. I start June 8th. HR Assistant. I'll be working in Lakewood at the Federal Center. I'm excited but sad and nervous at the same time. At least I'll know one person!!
Then tonight I went up to Boulder and had din din with one of my lady friends. We went to one of two favorite Italian places, Il Pasteo. YUM YUM YUM. Then I had to have some Dairy Queen. I wanted to do at least a little bit of celebrating. It was a really nice time. Now I'm back at the house with the dogs and they are so darn cute. OH! And my girlfriend let me drive her BMW. GAH..... soooooo nice. And really, anything is better than my car. I still have my little carolla and a group of us are still amazed its running. But really, its been a great little car with hardly any issues.
Ok, so now I'm going to bed. At a decent time. I'm medicated and going to read some before I drift off into dream land. Tomorrow.... schmoverment paperwork. This is only the beginning people.
Then tonight I went up to Boulder and had din din with one of my lady friends. We went to one of two favorite Italian places, Il Pasteo. YUM YUM YUM. Then I had to have some Dairy Queen. I wanted to do at least a little bit of celebrating. It was a really nice time. Now I'm back at the house with the dogs and they are so darn cute. OH! And my girlfriend let me drive her BMW. GAH..... soooooo nice. And really, anything is better than my car. I still have my little carolla and a group of us are still amazed its running. But really, its been a great little car with hardly any issues.
Ok, so now I'm going to bed. At a decent time. I'm medicated and going to read some before I drift off into dream land. Tomorrow.... schmoverment paperwork. This is only the beginning people.
Monday, May 18, 2009
What a Monday!
Alright, so I don't recall right now if the time is posted when I do a blog entry, but I'm pretty sure I did one earlier. Anyhoo... so I arrived in Frederick at around 1am and took care of a few things before bed. Finally ended up asleep after 2. Of course I was exhausted and wanted to sleep in. Thankfully, I have 3 dogs that were NOT on my schedule and wanted to be fed and let out at around 7am. SUPER! Shortly after I went back to bed. Slept till it was time to get up and get ready. Then I headed to Boulder to grab Scott. After lunch I came back here and napped. Now - during that time I'm pretty sure I took a few phone calls that I have no recollection of. Sad, yes. I can't help it. I'm a light sleeper but it always seems like when people call me as I'm sleeping - I am dead to the world. Or at least half way.
SO I got up and around, put on my sneaks, grabbed the pups leashes and we headed out. Apparently they go to the Sage/Eagle trail in Boulder often so that's where we headed. HOLY MOLY did I NOT know what I was getting myself into. I left my bottle of water in the car thinking, "Oh... we'll be back in no time." HA! NO IDEA OF TIME! We ended up walking for 2 hours. And it wasn't a dainty little stroll. We were bookin! At least I was anyway. I'm sort of out of shape as it is but good lord! We got back to the car and I was literally completely soaked with sweat. YUM. Ugh. Anyways... headed back to the house and I cleansed myself immediately. I am not really a fan of sweat. Ew. OH! I have to mention that while we were on this little stroll, we saw a RATTLESNAKE! YEP. That's right. Now, for those of you who know me... you know that I am PETRIFIED of snakes, spiders and moths. Now, when we were approaching it I couldn't tell if it was alive or dead but I wasn't going to try and find out. Of course though, one of the dogs goes over to it and licks it. At which this thing jerks back, coils up and starts rattling it's fabulous little tail. I'm screaming, "Leave it!!!!" to the 3 dogs that are now incredibly curious as to what this little moving thing is. GAH! So not cool. At all. We also saw horses and cows and lots of poop. I find it interesting that dog owners are REQUIRED to pick up after their animals but yet horses that use that trail can just... poop where ever. And it stays there. Until a furry little pup comes along and wants to roll in it. Yep. Ick.
I got more sun. YAY! Maybe by the end of this week I'll look like I really was on vacation! HA! However, I do need to fix the farmer tan action on my arms. It just looks weird. I have a red neck. And red arms. Still pale shoulders, stomach and legs. Hmmm...
Tonight, I am having salmon and veggies for din din. Then it's movie time. It would appear that since I'm out here I'm adapting the owner's living schedule as well. These night creatures have it going on. Silence and darkness. In the still of the night....
SO I got up and around, put on my sneaks, grabbed the pups leashes and we headed out. Apparently they go to the Sage/Eagle trail in Boulder often so that's where we headed. HOLY MOLY did I NOT know what I was getting myself into. I left my bottle of water in the car thinking, "Oh... we'll be back in no time." HA! NO IDEA OF TIME! We ended up walking for 2 hours. And it wasn't a dainty little stroll. We were bookin! At least I was anyway. I'm sort of out of shape as it is but good lord! We got back to the car and I was literally completely soaked with sweat. YUM. Ugh. Anyways... headed back to the house and I cleansed myself immediately. I am not really a fan of sweat. Ew. OH! I have to mention that while we were on this little stroll, we saw a RATTLESNAKE! YEP. That's right. Now, for those of you who know me... you know that I am PETRIFIED of snakes, spiders and moths. Now, when we were approaching it I couldn't tell if it was alive or dead but I wasn't going to try and find out. Of course though, one of the dogs goes over to it and licks it. At which this thing jerks back, coils up and starts rattling it's fabulous little tail. I'm screaming, "Leave it!!!!" to the 3 dogs that are now incredibly curious as to what this little moving thing is. GAH! So not cool. At all. We also saw horses and cows and lots of poop. I find it interesting that dog owners are REQUIRED to pick up after their animals but yet horses that use that trail can just... poop where ever. And it stays there. Until a furry little pup comes along and wants to roll in it. Yep. Ick.
I got more sun. YAY! Maybe by the end of this week I'll look like I really was on vacation! HA! However, I do need to fix the farmer tan action on my arms. It just looks weird. I have a red neck. And red arms. Still pale shoulders, stomach and legs. Hmmm...
Tonight, I am having salmon and veggies for din din. Then it's movie time. It would appear that since I'm out here I'm adapting the owner's living schedule as well. These night creatures have it going on. Silence and darkness. In the still of the night....
This blog was supposed to be posted a couple days ago.
Stupid computer.
Dog sitting again.
Moving on. Last night we just hung out. I worked on an assignment for class and watched tv every few minutes. Today I'm not sure what we are going to do. I want to find a dog park we don't have to pay to be at and let these boys run. RUN RUN RUN. That's going to take some homework. Tonight is Coley's b-day BBQ. Her b-day was yesterday. I'm hoping the boys will be ok alone tonight. Fingers crossed!! Then tomorrow we are meeting my co-worker at the Cherry Creek dog park with her pups. Again, I gotta wear them out. Then, tomorrow night.... Dane Cook at the Pepsi Center. WHOOO HOO!! Should be a good time.
You're going to think I'm crazy but then I'm dog sitting again - for different dogs - Sunday night through Friday. Yep, I'm headed back to Frederick. I will have 5 days to do nothing. I'm planning on walking the dogs during the day and visiting with friends at night. I do what I gotta do to keep up with my Boulder peeps.
That's all for now. Enjoy Spring!!
Dog sitting again.
Moving on. Last night we just hung out. I worked on an assignment for class and watched tv every few minutes. Today I'm not sure what we are going to do. I want to find a dog park we don't have to pay to be at and let these boys run. RUN RUN RUN. That's going to take some homework. Tonight is Coley's b-day BBQ. Her b-day was yesterday. I'm hoping the boys will be ok alone tonight. Fingers crossed!! Then tomorrow we are meeting my co-worker at the Cherry Creek dog park with her pups. Again, I gotta wear them out. Then, tomorrow night.... Dane Cook at the Pepsi Center. WHOOO HOO!! Should be a good time.
You're going to think I'm crazy but then I'm dog sitting again - for different dogs - Sunday night through Friday. Yep, I'm headed back to Frederick. I will have 5 days to do nothing. I'm planning on walking the dogs during the day and visiting with friends at night. I do what I gotta do to keep up with my Boulder peeps.
That's all for now. Enjoy Spring!!
A briefing
we have entered week 2 of continuous dog sitting. I watched the two Weimaraners this past weekend. WOW. They wore me out! Now I'm in Frederick with my new 3 favorite pups. These dogs are so freakin sweet and very well behaved. Easy gig! I just had lunch with one of my favorite people, Scott, and we chowed down on some Kansas City BBQ. I really did feel like I was cheating on Moe's off Broadway. Whatever... I'm in a different county and zip code - doesn't count, right?
I've also been able to get some much needed color on my pale self. Jim Gaffigan thinks he's pale. He aint got nothin on this white girl. This afternoon I'm heading out to no-man's land to walk the dogs and get some exercise. WHICH REMINDS ME! So at Raytheon we started this thing called Active for Life. Kaiser has parterned up with us and we get to log into a web site and put in individual goals for walking/running, etc. My goal was to do at least 15 minutes of activity per day. So far I have done like... at least 75 minutes of activity! Yep. Awesome. However, my giagnormis booty hasn't gotten smaller. It literally feels like it's getting larger.
ANYWAYS.... I'm out here in the beautiful country side and it really is gorgeous today. There is a slight breeze and a few clouds out. Just plain gorgeous.
OH! And I got a surprise call yesterday from a gal from JWU - Shavon. She is pregnant and the baby is comin on Wednesday. Daveon is his name. I hope I spelled that correctly. Anyway, it was just a treat to talk to her. We met during orientation before the school semester even started back in '99. DANG. That feels like such a long time ago. Whew. She's so sweet. Sigh. I miss my friends.
I've also been able to get some much needed color on my pale self. Jim Gaffigan thinks he's pale. He aint got nothin on this white girl. This afternoon I'm heading out to no-man's land to walk the dogs and get some exercise. WHICH REMINDS ME! So at Raytheon we started this thing called Active for Life. Kaiser has parterned up with us and we get to log into a web site and put in individual goals for walking/running, etc. My goal was to do at least 15 minutes of activity per day. So far I have done like... at least 75 minutes of activity! Yep. Awesome. However, my giagnormis booty hasn't gotten smaller. It literally feels like it's getting larger.
ANYWAYS.... I'm out here in the beautiful country side and it really is gorgeous today. There is a slight breeze and a few clouds out. Just plain gorgeous.
OH! And I got a surprise call yesterday from a gal from JWU - Shavon. She is pregnant and the baby is comin on Wednesday. Daveon is his name. I hope I spelled that correctly. Anyway, it was just a treat to talk to her. We met during orientation before the school semester even started back in '99. DANG. That feels like such a long time ago. Whew. She's so sweet. Sigh. I miss my friends.
Monday, May 11, 2009
Hi people
Ok, so here's the deal with all the uplifting "Christian" posts. First of all, once I got my mind outside of the Twilight fog, I began to read these books that my friend, Ames, gave me. WOW! What amazing words that I read. I have become inspired and motivated. Where my internal flame was barely flickering it is now shining bright. YAY! Finally!!
And the truth of the matter is, whether you are a believer or not isn't the point. The last post is about choice. For the longest time I have claimed to people that you have the choice to change your life. You aren't a victim of an event or circumstance. You are in LIFE. What happens, happens. A lot of things we do have control over, but above anything else we have control over ourselves. PERIOD. It's that simple. To most of you that know me, I am a major control freak. So being able to recognize things when they happen for what they are, and to recognize what I do and don't have control of, is HUGE. But I will tell you, it has changed my life. Not soo many months ago I was crying a lot. A LOT. And I wasn't cursing God or asking him to stop it, I just kept praying for more strength, more patience, more understanding, more peace. Basically anything that would help me get through - but not with blinders on. Because I do want to learn. Each experience that I go through is a lesson to be learned. If I live through it, there must be something to take from it.
Anyways.... I'm just at this great discovery spot in life right now. Things are going well and yet I become more and more curious each day about things.
Whew.
And the truth of the matter is, whether you are a believer or not isn't the point. The last post is about choice. For the longest time I have claimed to people that you have the choice to change your life. You aren't a victim of an event or circumstance. You are in LIFE. What happens, happens. A lot of things we do have control over, but above anything else we have control over ourselves. PERIOD. It's that simple. To most of you that know me, I am a major control freak. So being able to recognize things when they happen for what they are, and to recognize what I do and don't have control of, is HUGE. But I will tell you, it has changed my life. Not soo many months ago I was crying a lot. A LOT. And I wasn't cursing God or asking him to stop it, I just kept praying for more strength, more patience, more understanding, more peace. Basically anything that would help me get through - but not with blinders on. Because I do want to learn. Each experience that I go through is a lesson to be learned. If I live through it, there must be something to take from it.
Anyways.... I'm just at this great discovery spot in life right now. Things are going well and yet I become more and more curious each day about things.
Whew.
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