I was right :-)

Bean is a girl. Woohoo! I was at Champs last night having dinner with an old friend and mom called on one phone while everyone else was on the other phone. Who knows how the logistics of that all worked!!! They can't use Emma though - I have dibs on that name. Okay, I may never get to use it, but it is still mine :-).

Okay, time to go pay rent, work on my last assignment and try to figure out what Sierra is yelling about. She is just chattering away. She just needs attention!

Have a great weekend!

Happy Friday!!!

Finally!!! Finally!!! It has been a long week. I seem to be saying that a lot lately. This place seems to make time stand still. It is pay day, so that always makes me happy. To celebrate, I am going to treat myself to a facial tomorrow. The weird weather temperatures make for dull skin. I want to be bright and shining :-). Mom and I talked about seeing a movie this weekend and I REALLY want to see Chicken Little. I also want to see Saw II, but I don't think I could drag her to that one. (I know, random array of movies :-)).

We are also getting to find out the sex of Katie and Kenneth's baby tonight. They have the appointment today to find out and are having a big reveal party tonight. I have to wait until 7!!! Mom will probably have to call with the results since I think i will be having dinner with an old friend tonight. Bean will have to cooperate though and show off the goods. I am predicting right now that Bean will be a girl. (For those of you who don't know, Bean will be the name of the baby until s/he is born. Then they will name the baby).

Well, I need to get working. I need to get some things together for my boss when she arrives. Since my recruiters are in a meeting, it is VERY quiet. I need to take advantage!!!

Have a great weekend.

Nothing much

No interesting stories like Jen has on her blog (seriously, ouch!!!). Work has been going fine. We are getting more processes in place which means I have to be the most detailed oriented person in the world. That also means I will be falling apart at home :-).

I just wanted to check in and say hi. I get to work from home tomorrow, and although I will miss my co-workers, I will see them at a Happy Hour tomorrow night. Well at least one or two. But there are only 10 of us anyway, so two of us is a good number :-).

So have a nice evening. I will watch the Daily Show and laugh. I am also expecting a phone call, so I will run!

I finally feel alive

This weekend has been rough. Seriously felt sick until now. All the sleep has helped :-). Now I think I can get some school work done. One more assignment to do and I am done until January! The assignment is due Nov. 14th but the plan is to turn it in to early. That is the plan.

Since I slept all weekend, I really have nothing too interesting to say. My Aggies let me down yesterday. I will still stay behind them, but really thinking I am going to pull the request for the wager from my OU co-worker. Just to be safe.

Have a great Sunday!

Were we really surprised???

I was so excited this morning about Bubba coming to visit, I didn't blog about what was on my mind. I heard the "Breaking News" before I left for the office this morning -- Harriet Miers withdrew her name from nomination to the Supreme Court. They kept saying it was a "bombshell". Um, really, not so much! I could have predicted she wouldn't have made it to the Court. I am not too sure she is qualified for that role. Even Ann Coulter said 30 minutes before the announcement that Miers would never make the court. I don't really ever agree with that woman, but this time I did.

Anyway, those are my thoughts on that. It would have been interesting to see the confirmation hearings. Both sides weren't too impressed with her, so there might have been some fire works.

Woohoo

I found out this morning that Jon is coming home for Christmas!!!! Yippee :-). Mom emailed me and was trying to make me do that guess who's coming thing. Man, too early in the morning to play the guessing game! So, cool news very early in the morning.

My blacktie event last night was great. I love dressing up and playing all fancy :-). And I was meeting all sorts of Vice Presidents, CEOs and owners of companies. It was just an interesting energy. I did see one huge fashion faux paux on an award winner (for something in a minority business). A HUGE white scrunchy in this woman's hair. At a formal........ with a nice dress. I kept remembering the SATC episode where Carrie went on about the scrunchy!!! There was another lady who seriously looked like a peacock. I don't know what she was thinking. Who lies to these people saying they look good.........?

Anyway, I have a busy day ahead. I need to go run down one of my Resource Managers to get something done. Wish me luck :-).

Happy Birthday Bubba!

Bubba being the much hated (by him) nickname of my younger brother. I can't call him my baby brother since he is turning 28. Hard to believe really! I left for college when he was 12 so he has been stuck there in my mind since then. Of course, that also has a lot to do with the fact that I really don't want to grow up either :-). Yeah, weird to think I was dating guys the same age or younger than he is right now. Anyway, happy birthday!!!!

The big boss (the president of the company) is in town for a diversity conference and will be having lunch with the EDS team today. I don't know if he has a set agenda or is going to let us just talk. So we'll see!

Nothing else to report. Have a wonderful Tuesday!

Let's try this again

I tried to blog Saturday, but it never published. Since everything in it was a very wrong prediction, I plan to never let the draft see the light of day. A&M won, but I turn my back for 30 minutes and the other team comes from behind and almost takes them! Argh!!!! Texas is #1 in the BCS poll........ oh you heard the hollering over here. I feel very outnumbered. :-(

Nothing fascinating to report. Really. It was a boring weekend. I watched "Boogeyman" on Saturday. It did not scare me. I was very disappointed. Actually, it kind of bored me. Oh well. Did school work..... the usual.

Have a Happy Monday!

My Karma must be good this week

Today at lunch I got a free meal. No it wasn't any special occasion. Well it was a birthday lunch, but not mine :-). I ordered veggie enchiladas for lunch. I bit into a chicken enchilada. I quickly realized this was not a vegetable! The waiter quickly whisked it away after I had this major shock and brought me a new one. The manager came over and apologized profusely for the mistake. I hadn't even touched the chicken with my mouth so I really think "no harm, no foul". But they offered a free meal for the mistake and so of course I am not going to turn that down! My co-workers wondered what would happen if I actually ate meat -- I might just burst into flames. I am really not sure :-). So, good day in all.

Tomorrow is Friday. Thank God!!!!

Tuesday :-)

I really have nothing too huge to report. I did realize this morning I have lost 11 lbs in the last 3 months. Really! I didn't realize it was so much, but I will take it :-).

Other than that, work was rocky this morning, but I got through it and moved on. Payroll didn't take up too much time since I figured out an even easier way to get through it. I will finish my reading for school tonight, watch Law and Order and be happy! We did plan work happy hour for Thursday. I owe a co-worker a few beers since she bought me lunch a few times. So, we are dragging out the other co-workers and doing a little informal team building :-). Always love that.

Later!

Small things

Last night cousin Katie felt her baby kick :-). She and hubby Kenneth are just thrilled. Little things like that just mean the world :-).

I learned today that I get 2 weeks free in Nov. for re-signing my lease. That is a significant savings so that works for me. Especially since this pay period I have stretched myself VERY thin!!!

And, Mary asked today if I wanted to go to a black tie event next week for a diversity conference. Love black tie events and dressing up! She asked if I had something to wear -- silly woman! Of course she didn't know I went to formals in a "former" life with the ex. :-) Yes, I still have those dresses...........

Wow, really not that bad of a day!

Just busy as normal at work. Had to leave early because I really didn't feel good. I worked through lunch so it wasn't like I missed too much of work. I am watching "Daily Show: Indecision 2004". After it is done I will do some reading. I know, so interesting :-)

More Happiness

It is the simple things that make life fun. Today was my hair appointment. I found a great hair dresser at the Ulta near my house. She did highlights today -- I feel so much happier now. I guess that is another thing I am going to need to budget in every few months because the box color from the stores isn't working for me anymore and I am getting very bad roots. That is one maintenance cost I think I will be able to do though. As long as Colleen stays there, I will be happy! Then it was off to see Ms. Magic Fingers. As always, she did a wonderful job and I feel great!

I was going to stay in tonight, but Mia told me that Brian's band was playing tonight. I haven't seen Mia in a long time, so I am going to make the drive to Denton to see them. Should be fun. Plus i get to show off my new hair color :-). I have a few hours before I have to get ready so I think I will get some school work done.

Speaking of school, I received my papers back today from my professor. I am getting my pep back for school. Blew them away. Or at least the first one -- got an A on that. The second one was a B. But I will take it. I don't have to register again until Dec and then they don't start up until Jan. 8. I just have 2 more assignments and then I can completely recoup from classes and get ready for the final push to finish this degree. The reading for this section is very interesting so that is good.

Happy Saturday! A&M won so that makes it even better. Later!

Happy Happy Friday!!!

I love having a Starbucks downstairs in the cafeteria of this place. I come in all grumpy and tired, the lady makes my Grande Non-fat latte and I become a happier person. Today it took over an hour to get to work (where it normally takes only 25 minutes). There was an accident on the Tollway -- pretty bad too. It didn't look like anybody was hurt, so that is good. Just major car damage. But my tank hit empty right at that moment. Lovely. I made it to work okay. I just need to get some stuff done today and then I can enjoy my weekend :-). Tomorrow is major girly day. Getting a cut and highlights and then going to my magic finger massage therapist. I also want to check out the "Spirit Halloween" store. Time to start getting my Halloween costume together. I am usually change my mind several times before the actual party but I am sure I am going to be a Flapper this year. None of my friends have a black bobbed wig, but Michelle does have a blond one. Anybody have any objects to blond flapper hair????? :-)

Have a great day!!

Nothing too new

There really is nothing that is going to match the excitement of yesterday. At least not today. I am very tired. I had an assignment due today, so that means I stayed up until 2:30. Let's just say Starbucks is my friend today (except I am wearing some coffee on my shirt right now..... very attractive). I sent it off in time and all is good.

My cousin sent pics of her pregnant belly. I won't post because she will fly to Texas and kill me. But she looks very cute. She is at the 18th week, so you will have to hear about the preggers cousin for a little longer :-). My Aunt Gail is still working on her granny title. I'll keep everyone up to date!

My brother got a full-time job in China teaching ESL in an upscale Chinese school. Pretty cool! Once I get details, I will let everybody know (or Mom can just post in a comment :-)). He sent pictures of the neighborhood -- pretty nice!

Well, I need to move around, get a diet coke, something. I am crashing hard. I don't want to go too much into public due to the coffee stain on my chest. Maybe I can work from home the rest of the day (I did miss my first work from home day due to the fair. Not complaining, just think it is funny.)

later!!!

My Day at the Fair

Oh, we had SO much fun!!! We got to the State Fair about 10:30 (after donuts, etc). Mary (the boss) bought the tickets and then went inside about bought our coupons. After buying her funnel cake, she had to head back to the office so she left. There were 6 left -- 3 guys and 3 gals. We actually all stayed together and agreed on what to do. That was odd :-). We headed to the car show (the rides actually weren't open yet because they had to do the safety inspections. Those are always appreciated!). The car show was very fun. I always like those anyway. Very odd since I don't know much about cars other than my Jetta. Really, can't figure out why anyone would want a Hummer, but okay!!!

After the car show, we headed back to the Midway to enjoy the rides. The first was a cheesy little ride but those are ALWAYS fun. You scream for no reason -- just to be silly. Then to the hardcore rides. The ones you think are going to kill you. Love those too! I hadn't ridden the roller coaster at the Fair, but we did this time. That thing is AWESOME!!!! Even the guys were screaming. Fun :-). I think we road 4 rides total. All jerky, fast, throw you upside down (okay, all but that first one!)

After being thrown around, we decided to go to the food. While everybody else enjoyed the turkey legs and corny dogs, I had my giant pretzel. Always a treat :-). I did only have one beer, but that was a definite treat. Not because of the beer, but because of the beer guy. Hottie vendor :-). Yes, ladies, I got a picture......... But it was too hot to have more than one beer! And I am still munching on my cotton candy.

We did see the Flying Canine show (the Frisbee dogs). They are the best!!! Very talented dogs. Loved it. After taking in some livestock (big pigs!!) and roaming some more, we went to the botanical gardens in the Fair. I had no idea that was even there! It was wonderful. One of the guys in my office proposed to his wife there. I can see why. It had beautiful flowers and lots and lots of butterflies. I could have stayed there for a while longer. It would be a great place for a wedding. Won't be happening anytime soon, but it is in the log of places I can pull when I finally get to that place. I wonder if mom and dad are excited I want to get married outside :-).

Since it was the end of the day, we left the guys at the Midway and headed out. But not before my fellow gals got a funnel cake slathered in caramel. Looked yummy but I was so freakin full I couldn't accept offers of sharing!!! We left soon after. I hope the guys didn't get into too much trouble without us there. I actually laugh at typing that -- I think they were fine :-).

I was exhausted when I got back so I ended up falling asleep. I have an assignment due tomorrow afternoon, so I need to now stay up and pop it out. I got my rest so I should be fine!

It was a great day. A little hot, but it was wonderful! I love going to the Fair, at least once a year. And it was a great reward for work!

Later!

I can't say this is not a fun group to work with

Well, at least my group is fun. :-) Tomorrow, as a reward for a good month, we are going to the State Fair. I can't wait! I have said before that we really are a bunch of 5 year olds in disguise. I think we will have a lot of fun. We are meeting at Krispy Kreme and caravanning. I thought about having them meet at my place, but really, that just means I have to clean. While the apartment is not filthy, it is not the state I want co-workers to see it in!!!! There is enough cat hair on the chairs to make a smaller cat.......... it is sad really :-)>

Other than that, nothing really too interesting is happening today. Work will be long today, but that is a known factor. I will have to do a lot of typing on my papers tonight though since I thought I was going to get a little time yesterday. I went to the doctor today for another blood test. I still don't know how I had a cholesterol level of 357. As a Vegetarian!!!! I am sure it went down, but it was still annoying......... but enough about my health problems :-). (BTW, just because we are meeting at Krispy Kreme does not mean I will be eating the Krispy Kreme.....!)

Happy Tuesday!!!

Happy Monday Morning

It is a cold and wet Monday morning and I didn't sleep well last night. Doesn't it sound like I am about to complain!!!!! However, I am in a great mood, even before my coffee. The guys are talking football and I am laughing intently at them. Yes, the Texas fans are very happy this morning. Told my Sooner co-worker that I feel his pain. A&M pretty much rolled over Saturday. But, I still love 'em.

This won't be too long since I really didn't do anything too fascinating yesterday. I worked on school assignments but that was about it. It is very interesting stuff though. I think I have learned a few things that can be used in this new job. It is nice to be excited about school again!!

Have a wonderful Monday!

Movie Day

I went to see "Wallace and Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit" yesterday with Mom. It was so funny! I highly recommend it. I wasn't a big fan of Wallace and Gromit before, but I might be inclined to rent those now. The little bunnies were so cute. And it was hysterical. I loved the fact that there were jokes that the kids really couldn't have gotten, but had the adults in stitches. It is a fun time and I recommend it to everyone!

Today I am creating a Communication questionnaire for class. It is pretty easy and I get to make graphs and pie charts. It is only for 6-10 people, but graphs are always fun to play with. I am happy that I am finally in my stride with school. It was a rocky start, but I plan to knock it out of the park from now on. I know how the teacher grades now and I know what she is looking for. I hate to admit it, but she hasn't seen my best work. She will now!!!!!

Ooo, I found an Ikea catalog hiding on my desk. I think I need to take a break and make a wish list....... I do need new sheets. :-)

Lovely Weather!

I don't know why, but I am so happy that it is cloudy and cold. I am usually a sun kind of girl, but the thought of getting to wear my winter clothing, esp. sweaters, is just making me so happy. Of course, working in the dungeon I don't get to enjoy it as much. But this weekend will be a nice, relaxing time.

I don't have plans tonight, which is probably good. I might stay in and watch "Team America". I watched it once, but the Netflix DVD was all screwed up. I was able to see most of the movie, but it skipped a few scenes. And I must watch it again. If you like "South Park" and anything they do, you will love this movie. It is hysterical. I haven't laughed that hard at a movie in a very long time. The film makers pick on everybody, so it is an equal opportunity offender. I love South Park so I wasn't surprised I laughed hard at this movie.

Well, I have to work on something for my boss. Guess I had better actually work :-)!

I know, I know!!!

It has been forever since I have felt the urge to write anything. Nothing too interesting has happened and I have been in a very odd funk. I haven't been depressed, just kind of introspective. But I am now back to the point where I want to open up and share again. We all go through those phases, but I am back baby :-).

Work is much better. Never was bad, just crazy busy. I have a new fun work schedule -- Tuesdays I am going to be working 10-8. This is due to the fact that the process I have to make sure all my consultants get paid tends to go long into the night. Well to 7:30. It is a necessary evil of the job and actually makes me look like a hero. All the hard work gets the company money and the higher ups love me :-). So, Tuesday will be 10-5 in the office and the rest at home. If I am going to be doing tedious work, might as well be comfortable with my kitties :-). And Wednesday I get to work at home. It is a great break in the week and I will actually get to have weekly lunch "dates" with Michelle since I have more flexibility. I am looking forward to it! It is amazing what you get when you actually ask :-).

School is going. Not wonderful, but I am working through it. I hit a wall for some reason. Instead of beating my head against that brick wall though, I moved and found a window. It will all be better now.

I bought Cinderella today :-). I am so happy!! I love that movie. It is one of the best Disney movies. On the other hand, I am not a big fan of Snow White. Mom took me to see it when I was really little and I apparently had a problem with her running through the woods and not messing her hair or dress up. And I had a big problem with the monkey that banged the cymbals (Not related, just two thoughts that happened to be by each other!).

The Daily Show is on and I need to focus my attention to it. We all know I love it :-)

Later!!!