6/30/05

What an interesting day already. The last day of June is here for 2005. The weather seems to be holding its own, and even through the 4th of July it should stay that way. How lovely is that, Mother Nature is on our side for our public holiday and it will be spectacular! I am excited and can hardly wait for it to get here. I only have one extra thing to do and that is on Monday to go through Taty's clothes and get rid of the ones that don't fit or she doesn't like. Other than that, I'm going to relax and enjoy. I think weather permitting, I'll take Taty to the park.

Blaine came over last night to look at the car and there seemed to be nothing wrong with it. Kind of weird, it's like when you call the maintenance man to fix something and when he gets here, it has quit doing what ever it is you called him for in the first place! Well, anyways, he is going to buy the car for $100 and I get $20 out of it, not part of my allowance either! TJ cleaned out the entire car yesterday so I didn't have to, took out the garbage, emptied the vacuum cleaner bag. He was quite productive and I so appreciate that. It makes my weekend easier to just relax. I worked hard last weekend and so relax is what I intend to do this weekend for 3 whole days.

I have to go pay the Mary Kay lady off for the product she gave to me until this weekend. I have to turn in bottles and pay her, and then I'm going to get a curling iron anyway. The one Auntie gave me is ok, but it's a smaller rod and takes forever to curl my hair. Oh ya, I'm going to color both mine and TJ's hair this weekend too.

6/29/05

What a beautiful day it is outside today! I love Portland for the most part. My husband would disagree, but I don't.

I called my mom to see if she would like to walk with Taty and I this evening. She gladly agreed! I also was asked to see if she would make her Famous potato salad for our little BBQ on the 4th, and she agreed. I very excited about that, she makes incredible potato salad. We've undecided what flavor of meat to cook, but I'm thinking Johnsonville Brats, chicken breasts or steak with the Brats. Looks as if Christina might not be joining us on our Celebration of the 4th of July, but possibly for the evening event. We'll see. Taty was quite excited about her coming, although I'm sure she was thinking Heather would come too. Heather is out of town having a blast and the grandparent's house and should be returning on the 10th of July right before Taty's birthday.

I still haven't figured out how to rig up the Pinata at Papa's Pizza yet. She really wants one badly.

6/28/05

Good to be Tuesday! I'm glad the "gang" had a good time at Donna's house. I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to go. I had to work and had Tatyana with me. Boy did we both have a spectacular time! My boss is the BEST! She spoils me and Tatyana without question or doubt! I really am grateful for her, to say the least. I went to exchange the shoes that came with one of the outfits she bought Taty, but it's a whole outfit, so they couldn't do it. The outfit fits great, so I'll suffer with the shoes to keep the outfit, or rather Taty will. She really liked the outfits too. She is wearing one of the tanks today. She looks so cute!

Time to do the mail!

Monday, June 27, 2005

Had a smashing good weekend! Got a great gift from my husband, which was a total surprise and unexpected to say the least! I am quite happy now! Woo Hoo for me!

We had a lot we did this last weekend, and I am so looking forward to a 3 day weekend! I'm tired and feeling like I don't get everything done because there is so much to do. We are still making plans for the 4th at this point. I think we'll still do the BBQ, but I'm not so sure about the rodeo thing. He is checking into that today about the tickets and when we would go.

counseling

Well, I went today. I like the girl she is very sweet. I'm just having a bad day I guess. He's on my shit again, because I took $50 and put it into 401K for an investment. He's not happy about that. He gave me $20 for my "allowance" and he felt I should have used that money on the $14 it cost for counseling. I didn't. I got a check this morning and wrote it for $14 and I have the $20 in my pocket. I can't believe the ordasity he has for me, towards me, and wha the expects of me. It's because I'm sure he thinks nothing is wrong with me, him or us. As if not having any relations for 7 months is normal? I have realized I'm not losing my mind or have lost my mind, I think? No I'm sure. The thing I have realized is that normal is what is between two people and what you have done in past. So, it's not normal at all...I still don't know what I can do to better myself or make myself more attractive to him so that he wants me. Not just to hear the words out of his mouth, but action to prove that he does in fact want me. Not just telling me what I want to hear. I'm not understanding the future thing either. When I worked at Molded Container, he did the same damn thing, but we lived on it for a year when I lost my job, and we lived well. What if I hadn't done that, we'd have been screwed. We don't have any money saved for the future, it's an investment.

My counselor wants to see me again next week and I'm sure he'll have a bitch fit about that too, another $14 dollars. I want an awful lot, he told me. I wanted to go to Old Navy and get a long red t-shirt like I wear on Friday's, probably less than $10. I need some Mary Kay cosmetics, probably $20 at most, and I want/need a curling Iron! Auntie Pam said she would give me hers, and hopefully it works, then I won't have to purchase it. If we would just eat in more often, we'd save a lot of money. I'm cooking tonight so we don't drop another $30 or $35 on dinner. Last night was an exception, we'd don't usually dine at Olive Garden, but still $20 any way or there abouts, and that adds up quickly. Who the hell am I for wanting anything! Taty's party is coming up, and we have to fork out for that. I need to just be satisfied with what I have and quit wanting anything is the bottom line, because "Stone Cold Said SO" I guess

6/22/05

I'm bored again! I hate being bored, but I think I stated that before. I want some excitement in my life. I wish I could tell him that. I'm supposed to have sympathy for him. I do, but it doesn't stop the craving, urning, wanting, needs, desires and boredom. If I just keep my mouth shut, and be content, then things are just fine, peacy keen, hunky dory! Is that how one should live life? To please someone else, but not be pleased in return? To stay because of the cuttest little girl Ever?

Don't get me wrong, he is a wonderful man. I get along with him on most things, he's a good roommate, good provider, good father, a great best friend. Isn't marriage supposed to be more than that? Some marriages aren't that way, but I didn't want mine to be that way. I have female friends for that! I have considered doing them too! Just playin' but seriously folks, why me? I have a long life ahead of me to be so confined to just a comfortable roommate. I get a kiss hello, good bye, good night, 2 out of 3 entaile tongue. I can't give a lengthy body hug, and I have to hug around the waste because of nerve damage. We don't Ever hold each other, he's not into that, or maybe like everything else it hurts him. I get to see a counselor tomorrow at the YWCA. I'm looking forward to it. I wanted to walk there today to find the place, but I wore the wrong shoes and couldn't because my feet hurt. Hopefully she can shed some light on the subject. I'm tired of getting attitude because I joke around in a sexual manner. Life is too short, isn't it?

I'm so bored!

Days like this suck, when there's nothing much to do. I will have to go find something to do. Lunch was uneventful. I think this dress makes me look fat, but I plan to walk tonight when I get home and eat dinner. I think I'll take Taty up the street and drop her off with the people and do my thing. It looks like it's raining outside and I didn't bring a coat, because they said 76 today outside and rain later this evening! I wore a dress, what a dork I am for listening to the weather man!

I need excitement in my life! I wish my husband would provide that for me. He asked me if I'd cheated on him, and I said no, not even kissed someone, I said no. I'm thinking not as of yet....What a bad thing to think! I am bad. That's what happens when one gets bored, the mind wanders into trouble usually

6/21/05

The weather here sure has been outstanding. We went for a walk last night after dinner, Taty and I and ran into some neighbors and went to a thing like Vacation Bible School and her age group was accepted. Normally it isn't, because she is only 4 and you usually have to be in a grade, not age group. We had a very good time, met some neighborhood kids and she wants to go again tonight. I had gotten an email yesterday that stated that you should walk every day, and I have been feeling fat lately and decided to walk with Tatyana. We had a good time together and she wants to do it again tonight. I think I'll just drop her off and do my walking while she is having a good time with other kids. The lady of the house was a wonderful woman named Allison, she has 4 kids, beautiful home and a lovely personality. Definately a christian woman, kind of reminded me of Teresa, her mannerisms. She has a good bed side manner to her and is going to College to be a nurse. I think she will do well!

I have a pass to hand out to see a movie tonight free. Land of the Dead and I refuse to watch it. I'm going to try to give it away today.

6/20/05

My sister in law had her baby on my cousin's birthday! Woo Hoo!

Had a smashing good time at Wrestling. We got Taty a t-shirt of John Cena and she loved it. Got my own shirt too, it's $25 a piece though! It was a great show. We got home late, but it was worth it. Taty had a good time at grandma's house. I picked her up late so I could get some things done without interference. I did get a lot done.

Talked with Lisa for quite some time yesterday, quite enjoyable I might add. She is out of school for the summer and loving it! Wish that were me!

TJ is having quite the day today at work. Weird things are happening. Don't know what, but he said weird and I trust him. Taty wasn't feeling well today with the storms last night. I hope she is better by the time we get together tonight. She drew me pictures this morning despite feeling not so well. I gave her medicine, and she had a slight fever of 100.4, nothing to worry about. It was warm in the house however.

Had a great weekend. Couldn't find anyone to go visit yesterday while we had time to. Taty's tire is flat again, TJ found a tack in the tire when he went to close the windows for me in the van before the down pour happened. I guess Blaine will need to fix it again. I am looking forward to the 4th this year. Tj is getting fire works from Vancouver and we'll have a smashing good show.

6/17/05

Tonight is the night! Woo Hoo, it is finally here. I am really excited, but I think I've stated that all week long several times.....

Sang to my cousin yesterday for her birthday and later in the same day, my sister-in-law calls to tell us that she has had her baby 2 weeks early and it's a girl! Her name is Rachel and she is 6lbs 7 oz and 17 inches long I think TJ said. I wasn't there to receive the call, she woke TJ up from his nap, but she and baby are doing well. I'm very happy for her and will have no trouble at all remembering her birthday, since it lands on my cousins, whom I never forget. We were going to go visit but she has to be at work at 11:00 so I decided we should wait until next weekend to go visit. She also agreed so we don't have to rush our visit. I don't see her nearly as much as I would like to, so why rush a good thing? Then Taty would be cranky about leaving too soon, don't want to hear about that. We were going to go up and spend the day past Estacada, but it's going to rain all weekend with a chance of thunder storms and I don't want that at all. So, we will be staying in town.

I get off work early today and am still trying to decide what to have for dinner, since it will be just the two of us. I was thinking the Melting Pot, but am undecided at this point.

I am glad to hear that Melissa is still alive! I was beginning to wonder about that girl! Glad all is well with you however...

I can hardly wait for Jennifer to come back to I can read her blog! I've missed the updated information! Sounds weird since I really don't know this person, but she has an exciting life and takes and posts good pictures. I haven't figured out how to post pictures yet.

The Car

We got a car and I forgot to say what a nice car it is! It's like brand new, you could eat off of the inside. It's a 1989 Ford Thunderbird 2 door, cream color. Drives like a champ, beautiful interior like brand new. Nice stereo. Heather got to ride in it first night we had it because she spent the night with Tatyana. We sure had a blast, except the feet on the back of the seat, that's just a kid thing I've came to the understanding of. Nice wheels, tires, paint job, waxed even! It's TJ's Father's Day present and he LOVES it! I won't be getting him anything for Father's Day and he said not to. It really is a spiffy little car. I'm wondering what we will name it, since we name all of our cars....

6/15/05

No one is keeping updated blogs except Kelly and Teresa! I enjoyed hearing about the raccoon story. I wish Genny would buy some decent coffee, this shit is bitter and I don't like it!

I have a counseling session coming up on the 23rd I think. I had it set but she had to reschedule. I was thinking this morning, if I just keep quiet about how I feel about things and roll with it, things are just fine! Amazing isn't it? I find it quite amazing. I had a dream this morning and it was a kinky one, but for some reason he feels I'm being cranky at him early in the morning when he reaches over to kiss me and I get a mouth full of his long hair. Back in the day when we were intimate then that was acceptable. Since we aren't then it isn't as pleasant, I don't find it that way anyway. So, I get bitched at for "constantly bringing it up". He did admit that he is lacking but then added that I don't need to bring it up all the time. I had a suggestion. Why don't I just bother someone else for it, and then I won't be bugging him for it? I don't find that there is a good time to bring up the fact that I'm giving him one year to make an attempt at it because after this many months it's only going to last 5 minutes at best. Other wise I will take heed on the opportunities that have presented themselves and not bother him about it any more. One would think that after a while he would wonder why I have given up on "bothering" him with my needs, wants and desires, but I would speculate that I will just have to wait and see what happens. I saw another sign this morning on a bilboard that said "Don't Settle". I just hate the word Settle. It's hard not to have feelings for someone that is good looking, and once you've had "it" it's hard to go without unless, I guess, you are in pain so much that it takes over everything else your body is used to. I was told that the "drive" is still there, but the pain over rides it, so that is the answer I am to live with for the rest of my life. He showed me this very cute lingere' last night in an Avon catalog, and I liked almost all of them, so I asked him "when are you going to buy me one"? He jokingly states, "save up your money and buy one". some how I don't find that funny, do you?

We went to Pizza Hut last night and it would have been our first time in there since I gave Annie away, and the guy quit! So, now I don't know how she is doing and I never will. That kind of disturbs me a bit. My regular waitress who works there who was becoming fed up finally quit, so she wasn't there last night. I tried to get her to come in to WBC and have a change for herself, but she didn't figure she would, and she was right. Brandon my favorite there at Pizza Hut is next. He is going to southern Oregon to college around September. He is on break right now I guess. I'll miss him. Then, last week Audrey who is our regular waitress at Carrow's tells us that she is giving notice and that July 15th will be her last day there. The stress is getting to her too much and so after 11 years I think she said at the same job, she is out of there. I hate it when change happens and it's not in my favor.

My stupid curling iron has died, and I only got it for Christmas. So, I borrowed Sherry's and it's not the world's greatest either! I had to spray the hell out of my hair and also curl it for 25 minutes to get it to look as it does today, which is ok, but not Great! I so want a new curling iron! I want to say this weekend I will, but we just had pay day, and because we bought the car we are down not in the "norm" state we usually are, so I'll need to wait until next pay day. He is working as many hours as they will give him, which is good, but not in a small way. I'm almost out of moisturizer from Mary Kay and my beauty consultant has been out of town for 3 days now. The bottle is already tipped upside down so I can get some out of it, but soon that will be gone. I went and turned in cans this weekend and I have used that money for lunch, rather than for my Mary Kay make up. He said he would give it back to me, and I believe him, he will. He always makes sure I have money, I don't want for anything, either does Taty. He is a fantastic father, and a great husband, just lacking in that one area. As I stated before, if I just keep my mouth shut and be "happy" things are groovy, peach keen, hunky dory. Is that the way I am supposed to be? I read the little note Kelly wrote in her blog specifically for me, and she stated when they have a disagreement, they talk about it, and can agree to disagree. Why should I be any different? I'm wanting more, and F&*k me for bringing it up? Thinking about it "all the time"? I'm so confused, just like John Travolta was in Welcome Back Kotter.....

6/14/05

Tuesday, closer to Friday. I am excited about this Friday coming up. I'm leaving early to go to Wrestling and we have to get Taty registered. He went yesterday to do it and the lady wasn't there. I'm going to call today and see when she will be there, so we don't make a wasted trip.

TJ got called into work last night, so we didn't do breakfast today. So, I called my mom to see if she would care to watch Taty, and she said sure. She thinks her foot is getting infected from the inside. The outside looks good, even great, but she soaks it every day three times a day and she said there are shots of pain going up into her leg and it's really red hot inside. So, she called the Dr. this morning and her and Taty are on their way there now. I told her to keep me informed, I'm afraid for her, because she says she has Diabettes but doesn't control her diet as such. So, that has me worried that the infection and her eating habits are going to get her. I hope I am wrong. I hope he gives her stronger pain pills and some antibiotics to heal her from the inside out. She also has a yeast infection to bo along with everything. I hope that Taty minds her today and no accidents happen. She assures me that she can handle today and also Friday. Taty is spending the night over there.

This weekend we have the opportunity to go up to the camp site again with Tempie and Blaine to spend the day and play, they have the boat there at the lake, and I can take Taty's bike so she can ride on the trails. Don't know if we are going to or not, depends on the weather.

I sure miss Jenn, I went in and looked at her blog this morning, as if she would have updated it or something (our Jenn from Maine). I have to wait until the 19th and she will be back.

The weather today seems to be very good, but for the weekend, it's talking about thunderstorms and rain, of course!

6/13/05 part 2

Michael Jackson is not Guilty! Strangely enough, I am happy about this! I think he has issues with little children, when there are plenty of other people his own age that would like to have sex with him! He shouldn't have children in his bed unless they are his family, I have to agree with Jennifer on that. Who truly knows, except God, Michael and the child that was in his bed with him at the time. I've not walked 12 miles in his shoes or even one, so I trust that the system is the best thing working and that he is not Guilty. I really do like Michael Jackson, he made quite an impression on me when I was a girl growing up. I still like him, and I truly hope he is not guilty. I'm sure he has great relief that he is not being prosecuted for this and I hope he sleeps well tonight, some people won't. I will. I hope that he does not EVER put himself in this situation again so that he never has to go through this again. Who is to say that money bought this write off? Are there any thoughts from anyone about this issue? I'm curious to hear....

6/13/05

Rose Festival Parade was a total blast. Heather spent the night on Friday night, also a blast. Tatyana says she has a new best friend now, and it's Heather! They had such a blast, then we went to a birthday party right after Rose Festival on Saturday. Poured down rain by that time, but still they continued to play. The boys, who's birthday it was, have this Jeep that is ran by batteries, and so they drove all over the place! We enjoyed pizza together, pop, sang happy birthday, they opened presents and we left. On Sunday, we were supposed to go fishing, but I was too beat and had too many things to do, so I had to back out on that one. Taty never mentioned it any way. We had so many other things going on, it was non stop all weekend. She got to play with some kids at Johnny's house along with Johnny. Her tire was flat again on her bike, and so Blaine fixed it and adjusted her training wheels.

TJ worked a 12 hour day yesterday, but came home in a smashing good mood, even gropped me! I loved that part of it. I made dinner, we ate and then ran to my mom's house to so she could do the ironing for TJ, because I didn't get it done! I still didn't get the car cleaned out, but I think we did get the old one sold. Blaine is going to give us $100 for it, and that is a profit at this stage in the game. I also didn't get the grass mowed in the back yard, along with scooping the last of the poop. Didn't get the bathroom cleaned up, but you can't really tell. It all looks pretty spiffy, just not the clean that I want it to reflect. TJ is taking the paper work over to the school today to get Taty registered for Kindergarten.

I hope this week goes smoothly, since Laurel is on vacation. Michael needs a baby sitter. We shall see....I do have her number if necessary, and I will call if I have to!

6/10/05

We are getting a car as soon as I get off work! I am so excited! We aren't getting either of which we test drove yesterday. The first one is 86 Ford Bronco, it's ok, not great. The second one is the one I wanted, it's a 94 Mercury Cougar XR7, and it was sporty. The guy upped the price $1,000! So, we got up and walked out, since he lied to us and we don't have an extra $1,000 just lying around.

What we are getting is a Thunderbird, and I haven't seen it yet, but I pick it up after work. it's egg shell white same interior color. 2 door. It has power everything and it all works! Good tags too! So, it's costing us a little more, but well worth it. Seems it's a one owner car and in very good working condition, and also it has low mileage for the year, and I'm not sure of the year either! I'm excited though because I really wanted the other car.

I learned today at lunch that it's a 89 Ford Thunderbird, 2 door. It has tan interior, and they were a non smoker! Thank God for the Little things in life, and in this case, the big ones too! I'm so excited, it is putting a dent in our funds for a bit, but will be well worth it! I get it tonight right after work, I'm so excited!!!! Tomorrow is a go with my family and the parade!

6/9/05

What a day! I woke up with a head ache, and it's been a long day. It isn't over yet. TJ is car shopping for us, and it seems we might have found our car, which is a Cougar like the one we had when we had Taty. I think he said 91 Cougar. We'll probably go check it out after work tonight. We plan to eat at Hooters tonight for dinner, something new and exciting. I hope it is as family orientated as I've heard it is.

I'm so sick of People Soft I could scream! I miss SAS, but it isn't coming back, se la ve'.....

Weather is smashing out today. Teresa and I went to M&F for lunch and it was great as usual. They raised the prices, but it is still a good deal.

I sure hope we get wheels before this weekend. The only ugly thing about this at this point is that the tags are expired on all of these vehicles. The car lots guarantee that it will pass DEQ, but we have to pay for it, of course! $21 to pass and $54 for tags. That's two times because we have to get the van tags now since I got it through DEQ.

6/7/05

Well, it's another day, and it's not Monday any more! We had a horrible dinner last night because our regular Chinese Restaurant was closed due to plumbing issues for 2 days. So, we went to what used to be a regular restaurant we would attend and it sucked! Never again, and I wrote the owner who we know personally a long detailed letter and faxed it to him this after noon. I don't want free food because I never plan to eat there again Ever! I just want him to shape up the place is all, and I think he will get the hint.

So, I spoke to Jackie today about class and it looks as if I might even get my books free! Free is a good price, let me tell you! No registration fee, no book fee, and the teacher I love! She is great! I should learn a lot. It's too late to start this term, so I will start class on July 18th. I am excited about this, something new and to better myself. Jennifer inspired me to keep educating myself. So, here I go....

6/6/05

We did have a blast at Rose Festival! It was good fun, first fire works display I've ever seen in all my years here in Portland. There were a lot of people, but there usually is. I know Tatyana had a good time. Being that Auntie Pam and Uncle Pete were both there, it was realatively speaking a good time. It took a while to get down out of the parking garage. We didn't get home until 11:30 and Tatyana stayed awake most of the time. She sat in TJ's lap while the fire works were going off, and the booms would wake her up from the dozing.

I got up and made it to Rose Festival again the second day, boy was I tired! We went with Heather and Melissa and they had a blast! I think we were both kicked by the end of the day, it was 3 solid hours of walking and playing. Tatyana slept well. One would think that Heather would too, she seemed to have double the energy of Taty but over all was outstanding. Tatyana is now obsessed with growing and being bigger and taller. One of the rides it was a height thing and so she is waking up saying I'm taller today, I'm sure of it! She cracks me up! I'm sure her and Heather will have a blast at Taty's party, I can hardly wait!

I'm not so sure now about this coming up weekend, because the Cougar went tits up. He is now using the van all week for transportation, and we will need it on Saturday for the live version of the parade. Not so sure it's going to happen. He wants to go and just get a new vehicle. I'm thinking that maybe we should since it will cost a lot more money for us to fix it. It's old and had. I hope we can do this by next weekend, not only for Rose Festival Parade's sake but also for the fishing next weekend at Bonneville Dam, it's free for kids. She doesn't want to touch the bait, but she wants to fish...Go figure, she's a girl! LOL

Today is one year since my dad died. The things I thought while getting ready today, I definately remember that vividly. Tatyana now tells Anyone who smokes, "it will kill you, DEAD"

6/3/05

Today it's Friday! Woo Hoo and I'm so glad it's here! Rose Festival, this Sunday there will be a car show by Lloyd Center and TJ wants to go, so we probably will. Larry will be there too and I'm excited to see his car. I will be here bright and early in the morning to hook up with Melissa and Heather. I'm hoping that kids are free, because other wise it's $5 a person just to go in, not even eat, play games, no rides or anything! We have to eat, and we have to go on a ride at least. Taty is so excited, they just called and she was very happy, well rested and ready to hit it tonight. We've decided to see the fire works, which don't start until 9:45 p.m. I hope she makes it that long. TJ has to work in the morning, but it's not the butt crack of dawn early like Sunday mornings. When the alarm goes off at 4:30 a.m., my only hope is to go back to sleep until he wakes me up at 5:30 before he leaves. I'm one of those people who can only go back to sleep just so many times.....

6/2/05

I thoroughly enjoyed reading the 99 things about Jen this morning. I was even more tickled that she replied! I didn't know those things about you, but I do now....

Looking forward to Rose Festival, it actually starts this evening at 5:00 and admission is free, but we intend to see the parade tomorrow night and fire works afterwards. Tatyana is so excited about that. Her last day of preschool will be on Tuesday June 7th. TJ is getting a plaque today that states something like "Thanks for making me be my best" and that just touches me. Teachers are so important in each person's life and they need to know that. It seems that on Wednesday, her teacher is going to be holding a small celebration for the students who have a birthday this summer and that would be Tatyana. Her birthday is the lucky 7/11 and Taty is very excited about that too. We are making plans for her birthday party and it looks like it will be held at Bowinkle's in Wilsonville. I went to the website yesterday and printed out all the information I could on it including a map. I think we are going to get separate invitations, because they have a theme there, so we'll just go with that. She only wants to invite the "girls" in her class, because the boys are "silly". She cracks me up!

According to the weather man, it is not supposed to rain on Friday or Saturday here! What a miracle in itself, since it's a public event and it always rains here in Oregon on a public event. Guaranteed for Rose Festival, Halloween, Easter, 4th of July. This year, we might get some grace, Thank God! Auntie Pam told me to talk with God and grandma about it, and low a behold, looks like they will be shining down on us for this spectacular event! Woo Hoo!

Today for lunch, I will be going to Meier & Frank for lunch to say good bye to one of the management there. Tomorrow is her last day and I said I would go say my good bye's to her before the week's end. Must hold to my word, and I have a little extra cash to do this with. I love their food anyway and look forward to my usual chicken strips with a salad and hot rolls. I'm ready and I have 3 hours yet to go~

I can hardly wait to talk to Jackie when she comes back on Monday to see about taking my classes here. It inspires me that Jennifer (our new pen pal) can manage 3 children at least one dog and one cat plus babies and still be well educated and have more goals set for herself, being a single parent. Being that I am married but still full time everything else, I can do it too! Teresa seemed burnt out by the time it was all said and done, but look what she has to show for it, a degree! I am so proud of her for sticking with it, regardless of the tiredness that comes with full time work, full time mom to two boys and school two days a week. If often wondered how she could do it, but when you set your mind to something, you can do it!!! That is my philosophy, I can do it! I also think I will be taking medical terminology 1 & 2, to help keep myself more rounded and in the best possible light for this position that I want.

Melanie is still not feeling so well today and I certainly hope she is not contageous. The weather changing here all the damn time doesn't keep anyone in the world's greatest shape. I've lived here my whole life, have webbed feet and roll fairly well with the changes.

6/1/05

Completely new month. I've learned a lot about a new person whom I will probably never meet, since she lives in Maine. Quite interesting person I think, and she is lovely too. Today Tree and myself had lunch at the Thai place, it was splendid as well. A bit hot, but I like it that way. Looking forward to Saturday with Melissa and Heather, and of course Tatyana. I saved some money from last allowance from payday before last to make sure this is a splendid event. I hope it doesn't rain on Friday for the parade, I really want to see one just once, since I've lived here my whole life and never seen one in person! Strange, like never really camping, never visiting Kaneetah, never going to St. Helens. I know, I'm a dork, lived a shallow life, but what the hell!?

I sure hope Jenn gets her new job, or rather, I think she got it, but she needs confirmation! Go Jenn!~

I found Tree's survey quite interesting, I'd like to take it to see how I rate...

I'm having a pretty good day. I emailed Jackie to see about taking medical terminology classes when she comes back from being out of town. I'm curious to see when I can start these classes, since in all the job requirements for Keiser (being it's a hospital) that it's a general requirement. I still am quite certain that this is what I want to do. I've not been into medical before ever, but I don't have to have a bedside manner for admin, or data entry or even processing.