I am safe in CA and just chilling today. It has been a jam packed couple of days so really, I need this. No results just yet. I just called. They are still pending. Um, this was actually promised on Monday, but I won't yell and scream. Nothing I can do about it! We did have the holidays in there and apparently my radiologist went out on vacation. They must really not be worried about Alien Grape..........
Monday was an adventure trying to get here! I make it to the airport, get through security, and finally get settled in at the gate. I do have one suggestion -- if you are traveling with a BABY and everything that goes with the BABY, please get to the airport and start through security more than 15 MINUTES before your plane is supposed to leave. They cut in front at security. Now, really, in the scheme of things, it is no big deal because I was on time, however, they need to learn better time management skills. I think it took about 30 minutes to make it through. Oh so fun. But hey, it is a necessary evil, I guess. I even got "puffed" because I was wearing a sweatsuit. Apparently they don't trust sweat shirts.......
So, we get settled on the plane, are all ready to go and we pull out of the gate..... and then we pull back into the gate. Um, we are going the wrong direction....!!!!! Turns out you need a starter valve in the right engine to get the plane going. Maintenance is called. One hour turns into 2 hours. They finally get a part, go to put it in and well, it is more involved than they thought. At this point, we are starting to hit 3 hours, still sitting on the plane, waiting to leave Dallas. Finally, they give us a new plane. So, we de-board the plane, go to the gate next door (actually, I go get food because I am STARVING at this point. And yes I ate before boarding, I didn't think I needed to take rations on the plane!). Finally, we get loaded onto our new plane and take off. About the time we actually should have been landing in Sacramento. Luckily I have text messaging so I can text people to keep me entertained :). We got to CA safely, so that is all that matters, I guess. But they really should have given us a new plane before the 3 hours were up. I missed going to my Grandmother's grave because of it. I know Grandma understands. Although, my Aunts' did say that we will go back so I can visit the grave.
Christmas was wonderful! Chloe and Josh (the 4 year old) racked in some good stuff. Chloe does "homework" at Grandma Gail's so she got some great little black/white boards to draw on. I will have to explain the homework story at a later time. This is getting long! But, just know, Chloe is a genius. :)
We are headed to S.F tomorrow! Yay!!! I love that city and haven't been in awhile. And then I think Napa on Saturday, but I am not sure actually. I know we are going hiking. I just go along for the ride.
Okay, that is enough for today! I will try to get on again later. I hope everybody had a great Christmas!!!!
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Sore
I had my biopsy today and well, right now I am super sore. They said if I wanted to I could resume normal activities after the procedure, but I personally felt like I had been beat up! Not so much anymore, because I got some great sleep. I am still a tad sore but I think that is expected for 24 hours afterwards.
I got there, filled out the same paperwork I had done the first 2 times I had been there and waited. And waited. And waited. They were running behind again. My mom went with me today for moral support and I am glad she was there. I finally get called back and go to the very cold sonogram room! It was so, so cold back there in that waiting room! And I have to wear that cape and that just makes it colder. I think the tech said all her blankets had been used by the time I got back there. Luckily, I didn't have to wait long and the room they did the procedure was a little warmer.
They begin the biopsy by numbing me and then finding alien grape on the sonogram. Yep, darn thing is still there. I was hoping maybe it dissolved or something. Yeah, I know, not likely, but a girl can dream. :)> So, alien grape is found and in the needle goes. Since I am numb, all I really feel is pressure. It doesn't hurt, there is really no discomfort. I am watching all this on the screen and it is so weird to see the needle go into my breast! What I am seeing and what I am feeling is not matching up and it just seems very surreal. The radiologist gets done with the procedure, tells me what to expect in healing and when to expect the results (either Friday or Monday morning, btw). After a quick bite at Panera (yum!) and a trip to Bath and Body works, I started to wilt. I came home, took a pain pill and feel quickly asleep.
So now I just have to wait for the results. The radiologist did state that it didn't look too worrisome (I know, why do a biopsy in the first place!??!). 80% of all biopsies turn out to benign, so my chances are good. I like those odds. Okay, time to take some more medicine, brush my teeth and go back to bed. Good night :).
I got there, filled out the same paperwork I had done the first 2 times I had been there and waited. And waited. And waited. They were running behind again. My mom went with me today for moral support and I am glad she was there. I finally get called back and go to the very cold sonogram room! It was so, so cold back there in that waiting room! And I have to wear that cape and that just makes it colder. I think the tech said all her blankets had been used by the time I got back there. Luckily, I didn't have to wait long and the room they did the procedure was a little warmer.
They begin the biopsy by numbing me and then finding alien grape on the sonogram. Yep, darn thing is still there. I was hoping maybe it dissolved or something. Yeah, I know, not likely, but a girl can dream. :)> So, alien grape is found and in the needle goes. Since I am numb, all I really feel is pressure. It doesn't hurt, there is really no discomfort. I am watching all this on the screen and it is so weird to see the needle go into my breast! What I am seeing and what I am feeling is not matching up and it just seems very surreal. The radiologist gets done with the procedure, tells me what to expect in healing and when to expect the results (either Friday or Monday morning, btw). After a quick bite at Panera (yum!) and a trip to Bath and Body works, I started to wilt. I came home, took a pain pill and feel quickly asleep.
So now I just have to wait for the results. The radiologist did state that it didn't look too worrisome (I know, why do a biopsy in the first place!??!). 80% of all biopsies turn out to benign, so my chances are good. I like those odds. Okay, time to take some more medicine, brush my teeth and go back to bed. Good night :).
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
Trying to Work
One thing I have learned about working for the government is that most everyone has lots of time off saved up and they try to take it at the end of the year. The week before Christmas is a slight ghost town. There are more people here than I thought would be but I know that as the week goes on, the numbers will dwindle. The one thing I needed to get out this week is done and so I will just catch up on various projects and research.
This past weekend, I went to another debutante ball with Taylor. This time for the Calyx Club. It was a lot of fun and I got to wear yet another dress that had been hanging out in my closet for many years. Perfect fit :). And it was my favorite color - red. I love dressing up and feeling like a princess! It was super cold and I was in strapless but I didn't spend that much time outside so I figured I was okay. I had a wrap but not much else!
There is an interesting guy at these parties. Apparently he has been going for several years because Taylor pointed him out the Ball we attended last month. His nickname is the Prowler -- no idea what his real name is. He never comes with a date (or if he does, they apparently quickly ditch him). He is on the move, constantly walking around the room, and he just looks like he is on the prowl. At the after party, he even pulls his hair back into a ponytail. It just completes the look, don't you think? As I sit here and type this, I really wonder what is up with him. I guess I will never know. But he does make people watching very interesting.
The rest of the weekend was super low key. Actually, I have been super tired lately and I still have stuff to do before I leave for CA. I am hoping that tomorrow, after my biopsy, I will get some more pep. At least that part will be over. It is draining to just wait, no matter how optimistic I try to be about the outcome. I am seeing Ryan tonight and he has full permission to kick my booty hard. If nothing else, I will be so tired I will actually get some good sleep. As drained as I feel, I still don't think I am sleeping well at night. Luckily the two things I need to get don't require a trip to the mall.
Well, it is time to figure out what project I should work on this afternoon. Have a great Tuesday!
This past weekend, I went to another debutante ball with Taylor. This time for the Calyx Club. It was a lot of fun and I got to wear yet another dress that had been hanging out in my closet for many years. Perfect fit :). And it was my favorite color - red. I love dressing up and feeling like a princess! It was super cold and I was in strapless but I didn't spend that much time outside so I figured I was okay. I had a wrap but not much else!
There is an interesting guy at these parties. Apparently he has been going for several years because Taylor pointed him out the Ball we attended last month. His nickname is the Prowler -- no idea what his real name is. He never comes with a date (or if he does, they apparently quickly ditch him). He is on the move, constantly walking around the room, and he just looks like he is on the prowl. At the after party, he even pulls his hair back into a ponytail. It just completes the look, don't you think? As I sit here and type this, I really wonder what is up with him. I guess I will never know. But he does make people watching very interesting.
The rest of the weekend was super low key. Actually, I have been super tired lately and I still have stuff to do before I leave for CA. I am hoping that tomorrow, after my biopsy, I will get some more pep. At least that part will be over. It is draining to just wait, no matter how optimistic I try to be about the outcome. I am seeing Ryan tonight and he has full permission to kick my booty hard. If nothing else, I will be so tired I will actually get some good sleep. As drained as I feel, I still don't think I am sleeping well at night. Luckily the two things I need to get don't require a trip to the mall.
Well, it is time to figure out what project I should work on this afternoon. Have a great Tuesday!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
The Visit to the Doctor's Office
Okay, so to re-cap, last week I was informed -- by letter -- that I had a "questionable area" in my chest area. I got the doctor's appointment and today was that day. This experience was vastly different than the one right after Thanksgiving. First of all, it is a busy day and there are plenty of people already in waiting room at 9 am. About 9:30, they finally call me back to a room. I sit there a little longer and then go to the room for an extensive mammogram. I am sure she was pushing harder than the first time I had it done. It hurt! I did get to see the initial test result and there, as plain as day was a random spot on the film. Even as a non-expert, I could see why they called me back in. The spot wasn't even near the rest of the breast tissue, it was off on the side by my arm pit. It looked odd and out of place. So, I go through the second round of mammogram screenings. Then back to my little room to wait some more. I tried to study, but it wasn't very easy. I kept getting distracted so I texted Michelle and Jen.
Now came time for the sonogram. It was very interesting seeing this thing on the screen. It is a mass of fibers (yep, there is an official medical name they kept saying but I don't remember what) about the size of a small grape. It is pretty disconcerting that something so small can cause so much anxiety! The sonogram tech is super nice and very knowledgeable of what was on the screen, which was very helpful. She finished, went back to see the radiologist and out he comes.......
So, all this time, these 2 hours in this Imaging Center come down to this Radiologist. Nice guy, evoked confidence and all that fun stuff. Apparently this mass, the size of a grape, is most possibly benign, but they want to do a biopsy to be absolutely sure..... Um, excuse me???? I thought today was it, that I would be done with all this until the next mammogram. Well, I was wrong!!!! The good news is that the doctor really is sure its benign and I know they have to do this as a precaution, especially since I have cancer on both sides of my family. But the next appointment is not until next Wednesday.
So, more waiting and wondering. There is nothing I can do until the final test comes in so I am really trying to stay calm and not stress. But, yeah, sometimes that is dang hard. To make things light hearted, I have decided to call this mass "Alien Grape". Hey, I am okay with letting the Alien Grape hang out with me in my boob as long as its benign. I just wonder how long Alien Grape has been hanging out though. It just didn't appear.
Okay, time to finish getting some work done. I didn't really do much when I got to the office, but I think that is understandable. Now, I need to let them get their monies worth:). Also, go see "Enchanted". It is such a fun movie and Michelle and I had a great time!
Later!
Now came time for the sonogram. It was very interesting seeing this thing on the screen. It is a mass of fibers (yep, there is an official medical name they kept saying but I don't remember what) about the size of a small grape. It is pretty disconcerting that something so small can cause so much anxiety! The sonogram tech is super nice and very knowledgeable of what was on the screen, which was very helpful. She finished, went back to see the radiologist and out he comes.......
So, all this time, these 2 hours in this Imaging Center come down to this Radiologist. Nice guy, evoked confidence and all that fun stuff. Apparently this mass, the size of a grape, is most possibly benign, but they want to do a biopsy to be absolutely sure..... Um, excuse me???? I thought today was it, that I would be done with all this until the next mammogram. Well, I was wrong!!!! The good news is that the doctor really is sure its benign and I know they have to do this as a precaution, especially since I have cancer on both sides of my family. But the next appointment is not until next Wednesday.
So, more waiting and wondering. There is nothing I can do until the final test comes in so I am really trying to stay calm and not stress. But, yeah, sometimes that is dang hard. To make things light hearted, I have decided to call this mass "Alien Grape". Hey, I am okay with letting the Alien Grape hang out with me in my boob as long as its benign. I just wonder how long Alien Grape has been hanging out though. It just didn't appear.
Okay, time to finish getting some work done. I didn't really do much when I got to the office, but I think that is understandable. Now, I need to let them get their monies worth:). Also, go see "Enchanted". It is such a fun movie and Michelle and I had a great time!
Later!
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Time Wasting MeMe
In lieu of boring details about my life today, I have stolen this Meme from Jen's blogger friend Blonde (who rocks, by the way!)
1 ONE OF YOUR SCARS, HOW DID YOU GET IT? huge scar on my left foot. I slipped on the curb, slicing the top layer of skin the night before I was leaving for Paris (not sure how my foot got into the position to scrap it like that, but it did). You better believe I was going to Paris, bum foot or not.
2. WHAT DO YOU WANT MORE THAN ANYTHING RIGHT NOW? to be in CA.
3. DO YOU KNOW WHAT TIME YOU WERE BORN? I think 9:30 AM, but I am sure mom will correct that if wrong.
4. WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE TOY AS A CHILD? Easy Bake Oven and Barbie. Oh, and Webbles........
5. THE BEST TV SHOW EVER CREATED: THE OFFICE!!!! Sex and the City and Friends.
6. THE LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO? Some lady here at work. She was telling me how wonderful I was so I just let her.
7. DO YOU GET SCARED IN THE DARK? Nope, I tend to like the dark
8. THE LAST PERSON TO MAKE YOU CRY? pleading the 5th on this one.
9. HOW MANY WISDOM TEETH DO YOU HAVE? none
10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE COLOGNE / PERFUME? Kenneth Cole's Reaction.
11. WHAT KIND OF HAIR/EYE COLOR DO YOU LIKE ON THE OPPOSITE SEX? Truthfully I am open. I tend to like dark haired guys lately though.
12. WOULD YOU RATHER BE SMART OR FUNNY? Smart. But that seems to intimidate a lot of men!
13. COFFEE OR ENERGY DRINKS? Coffee.
14. IF YOU COULD EAT ANYTHING RIGHT NOW, WHAT WOULD IT BE? Something super fattening and super greasy!!!
15. WHO IS THE LAST PERSON YOU MADE MAD? idiot receptionist
16. DO YOU SPEAK ANOTHER LANGUAGE? nope
17. DO YOU LIKE SOMEONE? yep, but I'm not talking right now.
16. DO YOU SPEAK ANOTHER LANGUAGE? nope
17. DO YOU LIKE SOMEONE? yep, but I'm not talking right now.
18. WOULD YOU FALL IN LOVE KNOWING THAT THE PERSON IS LEAVING? yeah, unfortunately I have before.
19. WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO TELL SOMEONE HOW MUCH THEY MEAN TO YOU? just tell them
20. WHAT ANNOYS YOU MOST? cell phones at the gym. idiot receptionist. others but those are the first things I think of off my list.
21. HAVE YOU BEEN OUT OF THE U.S.? Yep!!! China, Paris, London and Mexico.
22. YOUR WEAKNESSES? a certain person. But I am not elaborating. Nor will I answer questions IRL:)
23. IF YOU COULD GET PLASTIC SURGERY WHAT WOULD IT BE? boob job.
24. WHY DID YOU FILL OUT THIS SURVEY? Had time to kill at work
25. ARE YOU TOO SHY TO ASK SOMEONE OUT? i can be.
26. WHAT DO YOU GET COMPLIMENTED ABOUT MOST? my smile
27. WHAT WOULD YOU DO IF ALCOHOL BECAME ILLEGAL? i think I would deal.
28. HOW MANY KIDS DO YOU WANT? 2
29. WHERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE? not that I am aware of.
30. WHEN DID YOU LAST CRY? a week ago
31. ANY BAD HABITS? oh yeah.
32. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON, WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU? of course. I am a rock star :)
33. DO YOU KNOW ANYONE FAMOUS? no. I need to go hang out with the famous people.
34. DO LOOKS MATTER? A certain chemistry matters with a person and looks are a part of that.
35. HOW DO YOU RELEASE YOUR ANGER? work out
36. DO YOU TRUST OTHERS EASILY? sometimes too easily
Sunday, December 09, 2007
Sunday
It's a lazy Sunday. I need to get out and get some cat food and I really don't want to do that either. Don't worry, they won't starve. I have some food, I just am about to run out :). And also, I did go work out this morning -- I am not being totally lazy. I think I am just sore and wanting to veg.
Friday night I met the gals at Macaroni Grill for dinner and it was so freaking yummy. Just a word of advice, never look at the calories on the website before you go. It's definitely not health food. Split the dishes and share the dessert and all will be well!! And the bread -- I think it is addictive........ I needed the lunges and squats today :).
I was super productive yesterday. Okay, so I didn't leave the house until the evening, but I cleaned like a machine. One of my friends is turning 30 this week and her husband got together a group at Mercado Juarez for dinner (another yummy place!). I tried to eat healthy - shrimp and vegetables - but I still think I had a little too much to eat. But, it was a celebration and so worth it!
Well, more vegging is in order. Have a happy Sunday!
Friday night I met the gals at Macaroni Grill for dinner and it was so freaking yummy. Just a word of advice, never look at the calories on the website before you go. It's definitely not health food. Split the dishes and share the dessert and all will be well!! And the bread -- I think it is addictive........ I needed the lunges and squats today :).
I was super productive yesterday. Okay, so I didn't leave the house until the evening, but I cleaned like a machine. One of my friends is turning 30 this week and her husband got together a group at Mercado Juarez for dinner (another yummy place!). I tried to eat healthy - shrimp and vegetables - but I still think I had a little too much to eat. But, it was a celebration and so worth it!
Well, more vegging is in order. Have a happy Sunday!
Friday, December 07, 2007
The Week in Review
We all know what happened Monday night! However my head is in a good place right now and I am just ready to get that dang test over with. If it had been something the doctor was concerned about, I would have been in that office on Wednesday -- if not sooner. I probably wouldn't have gotten a letter. I am still annoyed with uncertainty regarding my body. I know every morsel that goes into my mouth, and every movement my body makes. I want to hook up to that machine and see what the heck is going on right now!
I went to see a screening of a movie called "Juno" last night. I highly recommend this movie! It was so good -- I think I might have my new favorite movie. The acting is phenomenal and the writing is just perfect. I have to watch it again because I missed a lot of the dialogue due to people around me laughing. It was that funny. Since it was a screening, the director and producer where there and available for questions. It was very interesting to hear about the inner workings of this movie. Jason Reitman also directed "Thank you for smoking" which is another great movie by the way! And, he directed an episode of "The Office"! So, that alone makes him my new favorite director :).
Okay, I need to get to work! Have a happy Friday. :)
I went to see a screening of a movie called "Juno" last night. I highly recommend this movie! It was so good -- I think I might have my new favorite movie. The acting is phenomenal and the writing is just perfect. I have to watch it again because I missed a lot of the dialogue due to people around me laughing. It was that funny. Since it was a screening, the director and producer where there and available for questions. It was very interesting to hear about the inner workings of this movie. Jason Reitman also directed "Thank you for smoking" which is another great movie by the way! And, he directed an episode of "The Office"! So, that alone makes him my new favorite director :).
Okay, I need to get to work! Have a happy Friday. :)
Tuesday, December 04, 2007
"Questionable Area"
Well, crap.
Here I was thinking my boobs were perfect -- come to find out they are harboring a "questionable area". I got a letter -- yes, they inform you of this stuff in letters -- last night stating my mammogram had an issue. Okay, so I get this info after my doctor has gone home and I have no information what the heck "questionable area" means! I have no choice but to call Michelle and say we are going out. I refuse to sit around my apartment and think the worse, when I have no access to information. I call my mom too. Mom's always have a way reassuring kids -- even when the kids are 35 :).
So, I get a hold of someone at the Mammogram center today and she tells me they found a spot on my right breast. They are pretty sure it is a lymph node, but further testing is needed. Okay, I can deal with that. At least I have more information and feel less freaked out. They are even going to keep me around until the doctor has had a chance to review the tests -- I will have the results when I walk out of there.
My gut feeling says there is nothing wrong and that all will be okay. And my gut is usually correct, whether I choose to follow it or not. And, I have some awesome, supportive friends who will help get me through this test. We have a week to go though! Argh!!!
Here I was thinking my boobs were perfect -- come to find out they are harboring a "questionable area". I got a letter -- yes, they inform you of this stuff in letters -- last night stating my mammogram had an issue. Okay, so I get this info after my doctor has gone home and I have no information what the heck "questionable area" means! I have no choice but to call Michelle and say we are going out. I refuse to sit around my apartment and think the worse, when I have no access to information. I call my mom too. Mom's always have a way reassuring kids -- even when the kids are 35 :).
So, I get a hold of someone at the Mammogram center today and she tells me they found a spot on my right breast. They are pretty sure it is a lymph node, but further testing is needed. Okay, I can deal with that. At least I have more information and feel less freaked out. They are even going to keep me around until the doctor has had a chance to review the tests -- I will have the results when I walk out of there.
My gut feeling says there is nothing wrong and that all will be okay. And my gut is usually correct, whether I choose to follow it or not. And, I have some awesome, supportive friends who will help get me through this test. We have a week to go though! Argh!!!
Monday, November 26, 2007
Happy Weekend Update
The thrill of the game on Friday afternoon propelled me through the weekend. Yes, A&M BTHO of tu :). Oh so happy!!! And Coach Fran resigned. That wasn't the shock to me, the shock was that he did it about 45 minutes after the game ended. The game started while I was still at the office, so I found a way to listen through the computer with real time stats on the screen. There was nobody in the office so I felt free to scream, yell and cheer. The people here just laughed at me!
I had to leave early Friday because my doctor scheduled a mammogram for 4:00 that day. Seriously, who schedules tests during an important game???? Like most of my friends my age (thirty faux), my doctor decided it was time for my base line mammogram. It was really such a non-event for me. The staff was nice, it was THAT uncomfortable (I expected a little more scrunching of the boob actually), and I was in and out in about 20 minutes -- including paperwork. Now, it was the day after a holiday and I was the only one there for an appointment, so I can't say every one's experience will be like mine. But for a necessary test, it wasn't tooooo bad. And I made it home in time to watch the 2nd half of the game.
So, Monday is almost half over. I was pretty productive this morning. Let's see if I can continue that through this afternoon. Have a good one!
I had to leave early Friday because my doctor scheduled a mammogram for 4:00 that day. Seriously, who schedules tests during an important game???? Like most of my friends my age (thirty faux), my doctor decided it was time for my base line mammogram. It was really such a non-event for me. The staff was nice, it was THAT uncomfortable (I expected a little more scrunching of the boob actually), and I was in and out in about 20 minutes -- including paperwork. Now, it was the day after a holiday and I was the only one there for an appointment, so I can't say every one's experience will be like mine. But for a necessary test, it wasn't tooooo bad. And I made it home in time to watch the 2nd half of the game.
So, Monday is almost half over. I was pretty productive this morning. Let's see if I can continue that through this afternoon. Have a good one!
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Some Good News
After the sad post of yesterday, I thought I would cheer people up (well, it is cheery news for me anyway :)). I got my award money finally today! And it's a nice chunk. I am pretty happy now. I get a plaque too, however my Project Manager wants to present that to me later. I can understand that. It's a nice plaque, however the money is pretty darn special :).
That's about it today. Tonight will be spent making a pie and some sort of cranberry dish. I haven't decided on that dish yet. But if I don't show up with a pumpkin pie, I will be eating my cranberry dish on the lawn. That is my entry fee into Mom and Dad's house. :). I also have to work out at some point. It's not going to be a fat free/sugar free pumpkin pie, so i need to burn calories. :)
Later!
That's about it today. Tonight will be spent making a pie and some sort of cranberry dish. I haven't decided on that dish yet. But if I don't show up with a pumpkin pie, I will be eating my cranberry dish on the lawn. That is my entry fee into Mom and Dad's house. :). I also have to work out at some point. It's not going to be a fat free/sugar free pumpkin pie, so i need to burn calories. :)
Later!
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
In Honor of Bob
I had a co-worker named Bob. He was a kind man who generally kept to himself. Sometimes when he talked to you, he seemed very nervous. Bob was our IT guy and could be counted on to come help with computer issues when needed. He was very patient, gentle and had a good heart. Bob was also an Aggie, so you know I thought he was cool.
Bob passed away at some point this past weekend.
We don't know how yet, it was probably a heart attack. The police found him last night and we got the news early this morning. It still feels very surreal. I didn't know Bob as well as some other people in this office, but I do know that he was a hard worker, kind man and decent human being. He will be missed. God Bless you Bob...... may you rest in peace.
Bob passed away at some point this past weekend.
We don't know how yet, it was probably a heart attack. The police found him last night and we got the news early this morning. It still feels very surreal. I didn't know Bob as well as some other people in this office, but I do know that he was a hard worker, kind man and decent human being. He will be missed. God Bless you Bob...... may you rest in peace.
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Idiot Receptionist Strikes Again
"What does it mean when the fax machine says busy?" Yes, seriously....... She hasn't said anything blog worthy in awhile though, so I guess I should thank my lucky stars.
I just watched the last new "The Office" for awhile (I was at the gym with Ryan so I missed it at 8:00). :( It's over.... give the writer's what the want!! I am going to miss it. It was so good. I have it saved and will watch it over and over and over............
Now, off to bed. Later!
I just watched the last new "The Office" for awhile (I was at the gym with Ryan so I missed it at 8:00). :( It's over.... give the writer's what the want!! I am going to miss it. It was so good. I have it saved and will watch it over and over and over............
Now, off to bed. Later!
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
Tuesday... as my Monday :)
We had yesterday off for Veteran's day, so today was actually my "Monday". And was it a hard one. I didn't get to sleep easily last night so this morning came quick and cruelly...... I didn't start to feel it until after 1:00 though. The best thing about this morning is that I found $5 in my pant pocket. Always a nice surprise!!! I was super draggy pants this afternoon and I had to find some energy to work out with Ryan at 6:00. He never really cares that I am tired. He gives me the Ryan smirk which says "deal with it". It never helps that I have admitted that I always feel better once I get a good butt whooping. He knows me, he knows I will just shut up and do it.
At the gym tonight, there was a guy doing something called "Alphabiotics". It is supposed to readjust the alignment of the body to allow for better brain potential and stress reduction. Apparently my right side was 1 inch off my left side causing a stress in my body. I am still very skeptical but I had 2 free sessions with this guy so I tried it tonight. It is a simple neck adjustment that is supposed to free up energy and reduce stress. Now, keep in mind I just worked out with Ryan so my body is in stress already! I can feel less tension in my shoulders, so maybe there is something to this thing. I have one more session, but unless I can really feel the imbalance come back, I don't see myself getting more sessions with this guy. He said if I am sore today that is a side effect. I reminded him that I just got my b*** kicked by Ryan. Any soreness is Ryan's fault.
So, time to relax, get ready for bed and get some good sleep. I need it! Later!
At the gym tonight, there was a guy doing something called "Alphabiotics". It is supposed to readjust the alignment of the body to allow for better brain potential and stress reduction. Apparently my right side was 1 inch off my left side causing a stress in my body. I am still very skeptical but I had 2 free sessions with this guy so I tried it tonight. It is a simple neck adjustment that is supposed to free up energy and reduce stress. Now, keep in mind I just worked out with Ryan so my body is in stress already! I can feel less tension in my shoulders, so maybe there is something to this thing. I have one more session, but unless I can really feel the imbalance come back, I don't see myself getting more sessions with this guy. He said if I am sore today that is a side effect. I reminded him that I just got my b*** kicked by Ryan. Any soreness is Ryan's fault.
So, time to relax, get ready for bed and get some good sleep. I need it! Later!
Sunday, November 11, 2007
My Sunday
My Sunday will be spent at home, relaxing and doing chores. Wow, exciting I know :). I actually need to study a lot today and so, I am okay with staying home.
Last night I attended the Idlewild Ball with Taylor. I hadn't been in a long time and it was nice to go! I still have formal dresses in my closet and they still fit! They wouldn't have fit a year ago or maybe even 6 months ago, but dang, the dress I wore last night was just perfect. The only thing that changed was the location -- it was not at the Fairmont this time, but at the Anatole. The ballroom was just beautiful at the Anatole! I think they remodeled it but I can't be sure. Dinner was very good, but of course the main dish was beef. With, oh guess what.... asparagus. Yeah, no........ So, we asked if I could get a vegetarian meal which they were happy to accommodate. My dinner looked better than the others. I had some yummy couscous and bright veggies. The others at the table actually wanted what I had! It was pretty funny. And dessert was pecan encrusted ice cream with chocolate sauce. Always a good thing!
After dinner, there was the presentation of the debutantes. Yes, they still do that :). Then dancing, socializing and more dancing. We made it to the after party in another part of the hotel. I really liked the band - I think their name was Time Machine. Their band allowed for more dancing - at least for a couple of hours. I took a few pictures on my cell phone. I will see how good they actually are and post if I can :).
Well, I am gonna take off now. I am looking through all my catalogs and magazines as well today. They have piled up and need to be recycled. I might take this time to mark in the Pottery Barn catalog what I want for Christmas. I may not get it, but hey, its nice to wish :).
Have a Happy Sunday.
Last night I attended the Idlewild Ball with Taylor. I hadn't been in a long time and it was nice to go! I still have formal dresses in my closet and they still fit! They wouldn't have fit a year ago or maybe even 6 months ago, but dang, the dress I wore last night was just perfect. The only thing that changed was the location -- it was not at the Fairmont this time, but at the Anatole. The ballroom was just beautiful at the Anatole! I think they remodeled it but I can't be sure. Dinner was very good, but of course the main dish was beef. With, oh guess what.... asparagus. Yeah, no........ So, we asked if I could get a vegetarian meal which they were happy to accommodate. My dinner looked better than the others. I had some yummy couscous and bright veggies. The others at the table actually wanted what I had! It was pretty funny. And dessert was pecan encrusted ice cream with chocolate sauce. Always a good thing!
After dinner, there was the presentation of the debutantes. Yes, they still do that :). Then dancing, socializing and more dancing. We made it to the after party in another part of the hotel. I really liked the band - I think their name was Time Machine. Their band allowed for more dancing - at least for a couple of hours. I took a few pictures on my cell phone. I will see how good they actually are and post if I can :).
Well, I am gonna take off now. I am looking through all my catalogs and magazines as well today. They have piled up and need to be recycled. I might take this time to mark in the Pottery Barn catalog what I want for Christmas. I may not get it, but hey, its nice to wish :).
Have a Happy Sunday.
Thursday, November 08, 2007
Random Thursday Things......
"The Office" has closed production due to the Writer's Strike. There are only 2 new original episodes left and then reruns....... I totally get why they are striking and actually support the Writers. But, man, I have to sacrifice the Office...... I don't know what I am going to do. Luckily I have seasons on DVD.
One of the radio stations in Dallas is already starting to play Christmas music. And my cube neighbor has found it. It is WAY TOO EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS MUSIC AND DECORATIONS. Yes, I yelled. Deal with it. I can't be in a sustained happy Christmas mood when we haven't even had Thanksgiving yet. And said cube neighbor sings off key to this Christmas music. I won't be able to enjoy the Season when I am locked up for throwing my stapler at her head.
One of my dearest friends, Candice, is moving back to CA at the end of the month. So, over the course of the next few weeks, she is getting a few going away gatherings. I am having one at my place on the 17th so that will be fun. While I understand why she is going back, I still don't have to be happy about it. But, technology will make it super easy to keep in touch. Plus, I am heading to CA for Christmas and I will get to see her then.
Well, that is enough randomness for the day! Everyone have a great Thursday :).
One of the radio stations in Dallas is already starting to play Christmas music. And my cube neighbor has found it. It is WAY TOO EARLY FOR CHRISTMAS MUSIC AND DECORATIONS. Yes, I yelled. Deal with it. I can't be in a sustained happy Christmas mood when we haven't even had Thanksgiving yet. And said cube neighbor sings off key to this Christmas music. I won't be able to enjoy the Season when I am locked up for throwing my stapler at her head.
One of my dearest friends, Candice, is moving back to CA at the end of the month. So, over the course of the next few weeks, she is getting a few going away gatherings. I am having one at my place on the 17th so that will be fun. While I understand why she is going back, I still don't have to be happy about it. But, technology will make it super easy to keep in touch. Plus, I am heading to CA for Christmas and I will get to see her then.
Well, that is enough randomness for the day! Everyone have a great Thursday :).
Wednesday, November 07, 2007
Wednesday!
Yay! It will be a good day too :). I am willing it to be a good day.........
Last night I had dinner at the Melting Pot with Jen. I hadn't been there in forever and it was so nice to go! Our waiter seemed a little harried but all in all it was a great time. Plus I hadn't seen Jen since the wedding, so it was good to catch up in person!
Well that is pretty much it for now. I need to buckle down and get some stuff done. I actually have work to do. That is always a good thing :).... especially since I got my performance award (getting everything this week, I hope! I know the check has already been cut.). I would feel guilty if they thought me worthy of the award and I didn't actually do anything :)>.
Later!
Last night I had dinner at the Melting Pot with Jen. I hadn't been there in forever and it was so nice to go! Our waiter seemed a little harried but all in all it was a great time. Plus I hadn't seen Jen since the wedding, so it was good to catch up in person!
Well that is pretty much it for now. I need to buckle down and get some stuff done. I actually have work to do. That is always a good thing :).... especially since I got my performance award (getting everything this week, I hope! I know the check has already been cut.). I would feel guilty if they thought me worthy of the award and I didn't actually do anything :)>.
Later!
Tuesday, November 06, 2007
Why do they tease me so!!!!
Yesterday the Internet was all a flurry of an announcement that Coach Fran, my oh so favorite A&M coach had taken a buy out deal and it was all official. Yes, it did seem a little early and the season is not actually over. It was too good too be true. Denials came from everywhere and well, the rumors where just that, rumors. :( I am sure it will happen soon but I am thinking it really will be "officially done" after the A&M/tu game....... until then, here is hoping for a win on Saturday!
Other than that, nothing much else is going on. Last night, I decided to hit the Cardio Kickboxing class -- still uncoordinated but still a lot of fun! I am going to a formal ball this weekend and the dress fits perfectly. There is no room in that dress for forgiveness though! So, that means cardio everyday. I shall be a good girl!!! Yes, dinner at the Melting Pot will be a little tempting, but hey, I am doing a cardio session before that as well.
Have a wonderful Tuesday! Later.
Other than that, nothing much else is going on. Last night, I decided to hit the Cardio Kickboxing class -- still uncoordinated but still a lot of fun! I am going to a formal ball this weekend and the dress fits perfectly. There is no room in that dress for forgiveness though! So, that means cardio everyday. I shall be a good girl!!! Yes, dinner at the Melting Pot will be a little tempting, but hey, I am doing a cardio session before that as well.
Have a wonderful Tuesday! Later.
Sunday, November 04, 2007
Well, that just stinks...
Yeah, Aggies lost again :(. To OU. :( Yep, I am still sad. This season is going to end in flames. I will keep hope that we can pull out a win against Missouri and/or Texas. Okay, enough of that.:(
Other than that, this weekend has been pretty good. Any weekend you get an extra hour of sleep is a good weekend. Today I really have to buckle down and study for my PHR. And I will be working out with Ryan at 1:00 and then seeing a movie this evening. I am finally getting to see Saw IV. Yes, scary movie time is over but I have to get one last in before I get into the Christmas movie spirit. Does that even make sense?? :)
I did go to the doctor on Thursday for a checkup. Everything came back clear, however my cholesterol is still high -- 216. Really?? So, yeah, sorry mom and dad -- gonna blame heredity on this one.......
Okay, well time to go! I need to get some things done and then settled into studying for the rest of the morning.
Later!
Other than that, this weekend has been pretty good. Any weekend you get an extra hour of sleep is a good weekend. Today I really have to buckle down and study for my PHR. And I will be working out with Ryan at 1:00 and then seeing a movie this evening. I am finally getting to see Saw IV. Yes, scary movie time is over but I have to get one last in before I get into the Christmas movie spirit. Does that even make sense?? :)
I did go to the doctor on Thursday for a checkup. Everything came back clear, however my cholesterol is still high -- 216. Really?? So, yeah, sorry mom and dad -- gonna blame heredity on this one.......
Okay, well time to go! I need to get some things done and then settled into studying for the rest of the morning.
Later!
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