How I fell down the stairs

I guess I had better give a quick story about how I bruised my tailbone. I have teased NY stories and this happens to be the most dramatic. So here goes:

My friend lives in a 3 level house, all wood floors. On Monday night (last night there), we are hanging out and he asks if I will take the dog outside (he's working, I like the dog, really no problem!). So, Frankie and I bounce off the couch, head to the first level (we are currently on the second, in the living room), and about the 4th step, my socked feet decide to go out from underneath me. I can't stop myself from falling and my booty hits about 4 more steps before I hit the end. Seriously, at this point I can't move!!!! My friend comes to "rescue" me (try to help me up) and the dog decides he is thrilled I am on the ground and won't stop licking my face. I am kind of glad he did because at this point it was a mixture of pain tears and laughing tears - it made me not focus on my inability to get up. I finally made it back to the couch and after about 1.5 hours, I was able to walk (a little...). I am in my 2nd week of a bruised tailbone. It is a bit better but I am still pretty sore when I sit for a long time (the 4 hour plane ride right after was torture, I have to say!!). I think the story is a lot more interesting when I tell it in person (because hand gestures totally make a story) but hey, you needed to know :). I got some super ibuprofen from the doctor so that helps as well. (But, Jen, I have not been woeful since it happened!!! :))

Later!

The Countdown Begins

I am going to CA in May!!! Yay :). Thanks Mom and Dad for the great Christmas present. I can't wait to see the family and meet our two new additions (one due in Feb and one in April!). I also plan a trip to Fairy Tale Town because what better excuse than to spend time with Miss Chloe. :)

I didn't sleep well at all Monday night so last night, I pretty much came home, ate dinner and fell into bed. I barely got my make-up off and my contacts out. Tonight I will have a bit more energy so I will do the exciting tasks of Target and the Library. My library has the next 3 book club books so I was very happy about that! Once I start them, I will let you know my review.

Since I was such a blob last night, I really have no stories. I didn't have a packed weekend because I was trying to get over whatever sinus thing is going around. However, starting tomorrow night, it looks like my social calender is packed until Sunday. :) It's either feast or famine, huh???? It helps that the sinus stuff is going away.

Everyone have a wonderful Wednesday.

Kind of Random

I will name my soon to be written book "Best Day Ever". I just have to think of Best Days :). One chapter will be names "Things I have learned from drag queens". I really need to get working on this book.......

Hope the new year is treating everybody well. I have to say, it has been great so far. I have a bruised tailbone (don't run down wood stairs with socks on -- just saying.....). But besides my literal pain in the a**, it's all good :).

Read "Same Kind of Different as Me". That was the last book club book we read and it was incredible. I laughed, I cried. Totally a life changer.

Okay, I have a headache and my tail bone is bothering me today so this will be short. Although I owe you guys some good NYC stories. It's been a few weeks since I have been back but they are still fresh in my mind :).

Happy Weekend!!!

Post Post Christmas Update

Christmas was great this year. Although I didn't head to Cali, like in years past, it was still nice and surrounded by family. Only 2 of the people happened to be my actual blood relatives -- no biggy :). Christmas Eve I had lunch with my dear friend Dawn and her son, Andrew. We went to Chuy's and had yummy Mexican food! There is a new one in Plano and it is just as good as the one on McKinney Ave. We then hit up Willow Bend Mall. I normally wouldn't hit a mall on Christmas Eve but it wasn't as crowded as you would think a mall on Christmas Eve would be. Later that night, I met them to see "How Do you Know". It was pretty cute. I didn't really think I would like it after the horrible reviews,but I left the theater feeling warm and fuzzy and I did have a few laughs. Don't expect Oscar winner Reese, just expect adorable, warm and fuzzy Reese and you will do fine. And "Black Swan" is AWESOME!!! It is dark and creepy and interesting. There are plenty of WTF!! moments too. I totally loved it. I definitely did not leave the theater all warm and fuzzy. I was just freaked out. And I would see it again.

On Christmas Day, Mom, Dad and I went to the house of their church friends. It was a huge family gathering and I am grateful they let us join for the day. It was fun and the food was great.

Today is Monday and I am trying to get back into it. It is another short week and Friday I fly into JKF airport for NYE. I am so happy the blizzard hit this past weekend, not next! Man, reading the stories of stranded passengers is just making me cringe. It should be all cleared up by the time I fly out on Friday morning. I won't be hanging out in Times Square on NYE night (too many people and too cold!). I am fine with that -- I like the idea of being able to enjoy champagne, warmth and the ability to move freely. And I heard Snookie (from Jersey Shore) is being lowered in a ball to countdown the new year. That I can totally miss!!! Right now I am not sure of the exact plans for the night. I am just going to show up at the airport and be ready for anything. I will leave the exact plans to my friend. It will be a nice visit - 5 days. Can't wait. I am sure that is why I am actually in a very good mood today. I have this feeling, otherwise, I'd be kind of cranky. Just because.

Everyone have a wonderful Monday and stay warm! Congrats are in order to my friends Tobey and Jennifer on the birth of their daughter, Landrey Claire! She was born Dec 23, so a wonderful Christmas was had by their family. I will go met her when I return from NYC! I don't think I will have time to run to Frisco during the evenings this week so it will have to wait!

Meeting the new little people

Saturday I went for a brief visit with my friend Regan. She had the twins about 4 months ago and I hadn't been to see them. They are so so cute! (I know, you are thinking they should be at 4 months old!). It was a lot of fun to visit with her and to finally see the little ones. It was also a productive visit because she is a member of the Dallas Junior Chamber of Commerce and invited me to their happy hour on Thursday night. I am looking forward to it! Hopefully the babies will allow this to happen. I am fully aware that if something comes up, I will have to go alone :). But her husband is a perfectly capable papa :).

Saturday night, I went to look at Christmas lights with another friend around Frisco. There is a house that just goes all out. The lights are synchronized to music you can hear over the radio. Pretty fun stuff! I have some pictures so I will have to post, however they don't do it justice! The owner of the house is an Aggie which makes him even cooler :). This friend is expecting a baby any time (she is due Dec 28) however I really expect her give birth within the next 2 weeks (definitely before Christmas!).

Okay, that is the brief overview. Nothing too big, just a lot of visiting on Saturday. Later!

Peppermint Bark Recipe

I went to a cookie party on Friday night and it was a blast! It was modified to have us bring 3 dozen of our treat (not even all cookies!) and we just took what we wanted. This way, we still were able to share the treats but the participants took just what they would be able to eat (or share) and the yumminess wouldn't go to waste. Last year, I think a few people didn't take their pre-packaged cookie box and it just isn't fair to those who put effort into making 6 dozen cookies. I took some home Friday night and will be sharing with those at work on Monday! There was some yummy stuff. Instead of cookies, I made the Peppermint back. Yummy, yummy stuff! Here is the recipe:

Crushed candy canes, to yield 1 cup (The fun part is beating the crap out of the candy canes!)

• 2 pounds white chocolate
• Peppermint flavorings, optional

Place candy canes in a plastic bag and hammer into 1/4-inch chunks or smaller. Melt the chocolate in a double boiler (or microwave or just on the stove. I didn't use the double boiler). Combine candy cane chunks with chocolate (add peppermint flavoring at this point if desired.) Pour mixture onto a cookie sheet layered with parchment or waxed paper and place in the refrigerator for 45 minutes or until firm. Break up into pieces and enjoy!!!

I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend! Later!

Hump Day

I am kind of addicted to AMC's "The Walking Dead" now. Yep, nothing says Happy Holidays like zombies. :). By the way, never watch 3 episodes in a row before going to sleep.... I had some REALLY weird dreams!

So, not much is going on this week. Truthfully, I kept forgetting today is Wednesday! I have an Angel Tree child to buy for and some holiday treats to make for a party on Friday (peppermint bark. YUMMY and very easy. I'll post the recipe later.). I just need to pick up a few more things for the Angel Tree child. Mom took half of my kid's wish list and took full advantage of the sales on Friday! (Thanks Mom!).

Later!

Post Thanksgiving

And, it is over. Yummy food, lots of cooking, Aggie Football (WHOOP!) and lots of fun. My turkey rocked. Loved it. Now, it didn't all go according to plan. I now have to call maintenance because I have a clogged sink and I woke up yesterday with a headache and a half thawed turkey! But really, in the scheme of things, it didn't mean much and I still made it thru the day. I think the only thing that would have upset me was an Aggie loss. The turkey thawed, the headache went away and my sink was semi-functional (the water still ran which was important!).

I am at work this morning -- I think there are only 3 people, including me, here today. But it will be quiet and I can get some stuff done. And I am thankful I don't have to listen to noisy cube neighbor today. Now it is time to get into the Christmas mood. So, here I go :).

Everyone have a great day and wonderful weekend!

Pre Thanksgiving

My turkey is still thawing and I am praying it is done by the time I go to throw it in the oven tomorrow! Pie is cooking (and smells heavenly!!!) and I am watching an old episode of "How I Met Your Mother" with the Happy Thanksgiving theme ("Slapsgiving"). I love pre-Thanksgiving. And I love Thanksgiving even more. I hope tomorrow to come online to give my list of what I am giving thanks for this year. If not, I will say right now I am thankful for my family -- my mom and my dad and the rest of my crazy clan. They rock and I love them all very dearly. (Tomorrow I might be thankful for Coach Sherman and the Aggies so today I might need to be a bit mushy :)).

Too Early.....

Christmas music on November 16. Um, no. I know it probably started yesterday on 103.7 but I was out sick yesterday. So, today, I get to enjoy it via loud cube neighbor's radio. So, until the day after Thanksgiving, that will consistently irritate me. How can I enjoy the music closer to the actual holiday if it is shoved down my throat mid-November? Maybe I am just too cranky today (but, no, I know me. It will annoy me until November 26.). Now I am going to finalize the menu and grocery list for the next holiday, Thanksgiving. I love Thanksgiving and everything about it. I need to create a Turkey song -- there has to be a market for a weird novelty song somewhere. (But, I do need to start thinking about Christmas gifts so Mom and Dad, need a list!) But if I hear "The Hippopotamus Song" before Thanksgiving, I will give in and belt that out. I do miss that song :).

I guess it is good I can be happy my Aggies are ranked #18 and totally kicking booty! I got a bit worried during the 1st half of the A&M/Baylor game last Saturday. All that trash talking and I was going to have to eat my words. But, they pulled through and I got to tell that special Baylor Bear to suck it. :).

Have a great Tuesday!

Yes, it has been almost a month since I have written. It seems like everything and nothing has been going on. The everything is just stuff I can't write about in a public forum. And everything else is insanely boring, nobody would care. So, right now I am going to say:

"WHOOP"!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

A&M beat OU on Saturday -- our first win over them since 2002. It was pretty awesome to watch and the Wrecking Crew is back :). We are even ranked (I think for the first time since 2007??). Next week is Baylor -- and I predict we will beat them. There is even a good shot at Kim doing a happy dance after the A&M/tu game on Thanksgiving night.

Since I am at work, I will make this super short. Everyone have a wonderful Monday!!!

It is 1:30 AM and I am awake.... why????? Grrr..... I am pretty sure if I watch "Hoarders" at this hour, I will never get to sleep. It would be scarier than "Paranormal Activity" (and that was incredibly scary!) So, I am going to find a movie on streaming Netflix. I was asleep and then just kind of popped awake. It doesn't help that my allergies are acting up and I can't breathe.

You would think I would have some interesting philosophical things to spout off this early in the morning. You would be wrong. I just managed to make Sierra mad at me because she was happily sound asleep and I woke her up. Since she sleeps all the time, I am fairly certain she will be okay.......

Okay, I think the Benedryl is starting to kick in so I am going to head back to sleepy land. Later!

State Fair Pictures

I am really not sure why the pictures are so small, but oh well..... Here are a few from the state fair :).

Being flowers!!!






The fried margarita... totally rocked.




Big Tex! Such an icon.





I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend!

Quick Check-In

I am doing great -- just wanted to pop my head in to say hi!

Let's see -- what's new:

**My car has a new tire. Seriously, what is it with my car and nails? And it isn't something I can put off -- I can't say, "nah, I'll wait for that new tire" because, yeah, a blow-out would be incredibly bad.

**Work is going well. Same old stuff. Nothing new to report :/. People who annoyed me before still annoy me. I can only go to my zen, happy place.

**I went to the fair on Sunday and it was so much fun! I will tell you now, the fried beer was AWFUL!!! I didn't buy it so that was good. However, I did have to get a corn dog right after to get rid of the taste in my mouth! Horrible, horrible. Now, the fried margarita was incredible! As was the fried butter. I didn't think I'd like the fried butter, but I have to tell you, it was a good indulgence. Since I went to fried food heaven on Sunday, I have been trying to eat better this week. My indulgence was only once this year and I usually only go to the fair every other year or so. If I ate fried butter every day, it would be a problem. However, I don't regret it at all. And I really would love to go back and get some more :). (But I won't.... because I don't think it would live up to the way I remember it in my mind!!!).

**Michelle is coming to Dallas on Friday and I am taking the day off. Yay!! Can't wait. It will be a blast.

**I loved the Britney Spears episode of "Glee" last night. I didn't enjoy "Baby, One More Time" because it was too high. But seeing "Glee" Brittany showcase her stuff, front and center, was awesome. Now, the episode was total fluff, but it was good, happy fluff. And watching Heather Morris ("Glee" Brittany) dance is just magical. I could watch her all day. I wish the whole episode would have been just her!

Okay, that is about it. Random stuff, I know. But, hey, my mind is a bunch of random thoughts today :). Happy Wednesday everybody!!

This is insanely adorable - Cats and Ikea (I found it on Icanhazcheezburger!)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCB7RqGS684&feature=player_embedded

The weekend was great and I had a wonderful time. Nothing big happened, I just went to sushi with Dawn and then to the new Buffalo Wild Wings in Frisco. I didn't really think we would stay that long but we ended up watching college football most of the night. A wonderful waiter found us a table (it was packed!) and because of that, I figured we should stay for awhile. We chatted with the table next to us and made some new friends. A&M wasn't televised again this past week (not until 9/30... grr!) At least we are playing well - so I can't complain :). Okay, so it's been 2 games -- but still 2 wins is better than nothing. (Yes, looking at you Cowboys..)

Sunday I did nothing! It was kind of nice. So nothing to report there.

Right now I am watching a show called "Haunted History" and they are doing New Orleans ghost stories. I think one of the ladies giving commentary on it was a tour guide many, many years ago when I went. This would be the tour that I passed out on so I don't remember much about her except her dark hair and her giving me her water (well.... actually pouring it on my back...). Shocking that I passed out in May in humid, hot New Orleans (yes, sarcasm). I am sure I have relayed that story, but if not, I can definitely re-tell it here! This show is making me miss New Orleans though. I was supposed to go 5 years ago before Katrina hit, but obviously that never happened. But now I think I want to go back at some point.

Happy Monday to all! Hope the weekend was great.

Awesome Show!

Jo Koy was AWESOME!!! I laughed (tears at times) non-stop until he stopped. We had a pretty good view of the stage so that was good. I am so happy I was able to go (thanks to Steve for being my date!). We decided not to wait in line to get our picture taken with him. I do think I will be commenting on his FB page about the greatness that was the show. It was a very diverse crowd, which was kind of interesting. He just speaks to all types of people. He seems like he would be super fun to hang out with and just have a few beers. If I ever get the opportunity to see him again, I will!!! I love live comedy. There is nothing better than laughing until you are crying. And, yes, I did :).

And A&M kicked some college football booty today. 48-7 against Stephen F Austin. Solid showing :). Oh, and my friend's little girl took her first steps today. Go Ally!!!! I hope Natalie got it on video. I got the text after the show and I am happy she decided to share that moment with friends (pretty sure I wasn't the only one to get that message :))

Okay, time to log off. Because I feel lame for blogging on Saturday night even though I have already been out and had the most wonderful time!

Hump Day!

This week has been great. I have been busy at work (kind of to the point where my brain feels like it is swimming. Not a bad thing, I just feel exhausted when I leave the office!). I get to go see Jo Koy this weekend at the Addison Improv! I am sooooo excited. Love, love, love him. He is a comedian that appears on "Chelsea Lately" (and we all know I love her!). He just makes me laugh every time he is on panel. I was excited to read when he was coming to Dallas and then even more excited when my friend Steve wanted to go too! He is a big Chelsea fan as well and knows who Jo is -- so who better to drag along :). I am getting my ticket today since we just finally decided on the date and time. It was originally going to be at the Arlington Improv and I am not sure why they moved it. However, I am very happy they did because Addison is much more convenient.

My PHR Re-cert came back as accepted this week as well, so that makes me very happy. Another 3 years to get 60 credits. I will try not to wait until a year before they are all due. Really, that OSHA Standards course helped out a lot with 28 hours!!

That is it for now. I have to get back to work. Really, it is nice to be busy :). And I am looking forward to the 3 day weekend coming up. Besides the Improv, I have no other plans. So, it will be chilling and sleeping :). Yay.

Update

Nothing too exciting...

1) New cell phone. It rocks. Love it!

2) My Aunt and Uncle are in town from CA this weekend. I can't wait to see them tonight for dinner! I'm cooking and hopefully it will be great. (Well, it will be great. I know it.). I just made a fruit dip (recipe given to me by my friend!) and it is so yummy. Philly Cream Cheese, Cool Whip and Sweetened Condensed milk, whipped all up (all low-fat, fat-free, of course). I am chilling it right now and I expect to eat more before official dessert time :).

3) Went to the Women's Expo today at the Dallas Market Center. Spent an hour, it was pretty much all I needed. There were only a handful of booths I was even interested in. Oh well, it was something new to do.

4) Resting up right now, watching disaster movies. The SyFy Channel is running them today. A tornado just destroyed Las Vegas. That was just the first 10 minutes. Yeah, this will be a thought provoker....

5) I saw "Eat, Pray, Love" last night and it was so good. I wasn't sure I'd be that into it since I never read the book. It was funny, thought provoking and just a lot of fun. I do recommend it.

Okay, that's it right for now! Everyone have a great Saturday.

Um....

I now remember why the cute pair of Steve Madden shoes hadn't been worn to work in awhile. When you go walking around Downtown, feet HURT! I am now wearing flats...... (But they are so cute!! I'll have to wear them on a date when I am not moving so much......)