Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Damn, My Man Is Great
Today was a steady day at work. At least it wasn't Monday again. My mind seemed a little clearer today. I got off right at 5:00 but still came home. There are some things right now that just keep me from going to the gym. The whole comfort thing. Anywho, we sat and I watched the last episode of Desperate on the computer that I missed a couple of weeks ago then I took a shower. I have been using the body scrub that Andrea made and I really like it! I already used a whole one! Today my back pain was worse and I am kicking myself in the ass for not accepting the pain shot the doctor offered. He offered me all kinds of stuff but I am not one to mask things with pain pills. I did accept some Naproxen that I haven't picked up yet!
I have really started getting into my book by Nicholas Sparks called "The Rescue". It just took me a little bit. So, I am going to get to bed and read a little of that! Rusty would swear I read in bed just to keep him up! LOL
Have a great New Years Eve tomorrow and be safe! As great as each year has gotten I can't wait to see what 2009 holds for Rusty and I. Ever since I met him things just keep getting better. Man I got a good one! I will try to make 2009 all about him and his wishes since he has ALWAYS made it about me. It's his turn!
Monday, December 29, 2008
Giggady, Giggady, Giggady
I, like everyone else, was not thrilled to return to work. Here's the catch though......we all have to go back so SUCK IT UP and get over it! We ALLOW ourselves to be cranky or crabby. Your attitude is what you let it be! Yes, it was an off day but the least we can do is try to make the best of it. My mind was out of it I think. Other than that, I was pretty ok! Of course, Becca might say different. Sorry Becca! As I said........kind of out of it. And, well, you know! LOL
I figured out last night that my cat has tapeworms. Luckily for me, our vet didn't require a visit and just let me purchase the pills. I also went to the doctor for myself today (not for tapeworms, lol) and have an MRI scheduled for January 5th. I finally got someone to give it a shot. I hope I didn't make it sound like I didn't need something done since I refused pain meds and pain shots but I don't want to cover it up. I want it dealt with. Hopefully we will find something out. Of course, I wasn't hurting nearly as bad today as usually but I remembered my blog from a little while ago when I was really frustrated and made a promise to myself to bring it up. I did accept the offer of a script for Naproxen which is a little stronger than Alleve. That way I am not eating 6-8 of those a day and just taking one or two. We'll see.
Ok, I am tired and need to take a shower. I didn't get to do much reading last night and I want to tonight! Wonder if I can hack it and get my lazy but going!
Looking forward to another short week. If only I had Friday off...............but we can't all be Princess Andrea. Ha!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
What A Beautiful Day
That is pretty much it! I am getting sleepy and need to finish my nails so I can go to bed. I want to read and it's already almost 8:30. I know, makes me sound old. I could handle another day or so off, but I still don't miss teaching that much. I miss having an impact on the lives of children. That's about it!
Ok, I'm gonna go. I still can't get over how wonderful my life is right now and I am looking forward to the many more changes in 2009!
I Am The Luckiest Woman Alive
P.S. The Royal Dubs is also our Geocaching name!
The Royal Dubs
Once upon a time in a land far, far, far away there lived a King and Queen. The King and Queen had a majestic castle way up on a hill with their very own secluded lake and forest. They shared their beautiful kingdom with three princesses and a prince. The princesses were young and beautiful and only cared about playing and sleeping the days away. Meanwhile, the Prince was the keeper of the land; he made sure that any uninvited guests were executed whether by his own means or help from the princesses. The Prince often enjoyed sharing his treasured catches with the King and Queen by virtue of his own show and tell methods.
Princess Sophie and Princess Bailey were inseparable and were always found together, whether it be frolicking in the forest, desperately trying to get out of the lake (especially when falling in when it was frozen), and sleeping in the royal bed. Princess Marley was more composed and strove for all the attention of the King and Queen, for you see she was once a lonely princess with no kingdom until finding the King and Queen. Prince Keiko was known for being a knight in shining armor for the Queen. Prince Keiko and the Queen were often seen conspiring to torment the King.
The King, Queen, Princesses, and Prince lived a happy and fulfilled life within the walls of their kingdom. However, outside the walls of the kingdom, the skies were becoming ever darker as the days passed. The forces that were closing in on the kingdom were not clear for quite some time. Once the King and Queen identified that the darkness surrounding them was emitting from the surrounding kingdoms it became obvious that they were under attack. The King and Queen were happy people and got along with everyone but this caused jealousy among other kingdoms and caused them to turn against the King and Queen. The days continued on and the King and Queen found themselves in a battle of keeping themselves happy in an unhappy world.
The King and Queen knew that they would have to battle the looming darkness in order to save their own happiness. They quickly devised a plan to move their kingdom away from the evil darkness and find a much more pleasant land. The plan unfolded quickly and secretly. Once the King and Queen had found new occupants of their kingdom it was time to make a quick get-away to avoid as much of the evil darkness as possible. The Queen knew the perfect place to go to re-establish true happiness in not just their kingdom but all the kingdoms that would surround them. There would be a catch though that would sadden the King and Queen. The new kingdom would be much smaller than they had grown accustomed to. Princess Sophie and Princess Bailey were bundles of energy and loved to have space to run. The King and Queen were torn in what to do about their beautiful Princesses.
In the knick of time, two peasants and their family from a distant land proposed that they would watch over the Princesses as they continued to grow and give them the much needed attention. The King and Queen agreed to this proposition and allowed the Princesses to move on and explore new kingdoms where their adventures would be numerous. Princess Sophie and Princess Bailey would forever be missed but it was never doubted that the decision was for their benefit and not the King and Queen.
The plan was in motion, the old kingdom was becoming dark, Princess Sophie and Princess Bailey had moved away to a fun-filled land, and the Queen knew exactly where she and the King would end up at. Time slowed to a crawl as it became closer to leave the old kingdom and seek out their new home. But the King knew all along that it was the right thing to do, everything was falling into place, and happiness would again overflow the King and Queen’s kingdom.
The King and Queen loaded all their precious belongings into their carriage and headed north away from the darkened land. The route they would take was filled with turmoil and torrential weather, was it a sign of a bad decision? After a long and grueling journey they had arrived and as they did so the clouds parted and the King and Queen knew that the skies had cleared for them to see the beauty in their place.
Within minutes of arriving, they were surrounded by joyous and welcoming citizens of surrounding kingdoms. The King smiled and knew that he and his Queen were finally in the right place, a place they could live as they always have and not worry about a looming darkness because no darkness could penetrate the new kingdom.
With happiness within the kingdom and surrounding the kingdom, the King and Queen truly earned their title as the Royal Dubs as they lived happily ever after.
The End
Merry Christmas
From Rusty
December 25, 2008
As you can see.........I have an amazing husband that I worry deserves so much more than what he has. I can only hope and pray that I can continue to be the woman he believes I am. I pray he is patient with me, because I am still working on becoming all I feel he deserves!
And baby, I would love for you to continue the story as you had planned!
Friday, December 26, 2008
I'm Pooped!
Well, the ring wasn't in the stocking (he knew I'd think that) but there was a story titled "The Royal Dubs" and it is awesome. Rusty wrote it for me and I will post it on here later. It sums our lives up this past year perfectly. I had a great morning though. I got an Easy Bake Oven (yes the toy) that I had wanted ever since I was a child but dad wouldn't let me have it because it would make a mess. I also got this watch I wanted from Santa (dad), a cool hat, my paraffin bath (yeah!!), a foot massage bath, a tripod for my camera and a foot massage/heat pillow. Oh yeah, and a drawer organizer I had wanted. So, I decided to call my mom and tell her about my Easy Bake Oven I finally got and then wham!, I look down and there is this pretty little present..............................................
If you can't tell by the look on my face............I was shocked. I started telling mom about it and then I started to cry because I had been such a selfish little girl about it and didn't feel that I deserved it. Rusty had actually went and got it two days after I had told him about it. He says I deserve it but I still don't think I do. It is beautiful.
So, yes, I had probably the best Christmas ever. I am soooo spoiled and I will admit it.
I would like to think that I spoiled Rusty at least a little. He wanted Geocaching stuff and that's what I got him........plus some other stuff........................................
There's Rusty sitting next to some of his loot. Please keep in mind that we both are still fresh outta bed and in our jammies. We might look a little rough. After we got all done with our presents we got around and went and grabbed some Christmas dinner.........Burger King. It pretty much sucked. We came home and played with our goodies some more then, guess what we did? We went and did some Geocaching stuff! LOL After we finished with that we went to the movies and saw "Benjamen Button". It was pretty good, it's just looooooooooooong. Then we met Rick and Renee directly after and went to see "Marley and Me". That was a tough one...............the end of the movie brought back too many tough memories of Benny and I had to go in the restroom when I got home and bawl my eyes out. It's a very good movie (book's better) but it was soooo close to home for us both. Didn't know it at the time but it had crossed both our minds at the same time to get up and walk out and not face the inevitable.
So, here I am, on the day after Christmas. I didn't have to work today so I enjoyed laying in bed until 9:00. I got up and did some laundry and straightened up my closet and drawers. I straightened up the house and the kitchen and then I decided to go wash the car and the truck. I also brought each one home and vacuumed them out. The weather was beautiful today, other than the wind advisory! When Rusty got home from work we took down all the Christmas decorations. We usually don't do it this soon but with our small house I wanted my dining room table back and that meant taking down the tree! We went to eat Taco Shop and after that we FINALLY got to take Georgia and Leigh Ann their presents. We had a great visit and then we came home. It is now 11:00 and I am kind of tired. I still want to take a shower and I have my paraffin bath heating right now. I can't wait. So, I am gonna make like a weenie and beat it!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
I hear foot steps on my roof but I don't have a fireplace!
Today was a half day at work and it went pretty well. I was glad to get out of there and head home. I did miss Andrea! Thank goodness Becca was there!
Rusty and I spent the evening trying to find somewhere to eat! I could not believe the restaurants along the interstate closed too! We settled for IHOP and that was about it. Rick and Renee stopped by and gave us a little gift (THEY WERE NOT SUPPOSED TO) and then they went to her grandmothers. Rusty and I popped in "It's A Wonderful Life" and just finished watching that. "A Christmas Story" is already showing but I am thinking we will wait until tomorrow to start watching it!
My daddy-o got married today. He says "for tax purposes". LOL Funny thing, I know he's serious! That's my dad. Love him or hate him.
That's about it! Looking forward to getting up and opening presents. Then, we are going to see some movies tomorrow! We may save "Marley and Me" for the evening show because Renee and Rick mentioned going with us. We will probably see "The Curious Case of Benjamen Button" earlier in the day. Since there aren't going to be any restaurants open we may just end up eating nachos, candy, and popcorn for Christmas dinner!!
Until tomorrow night..................I wish you all a very Merry Christmas!
A Little Late
Yesterday was kind of a good day at work. I think our brains actually go on vacation before our bodies do! We were all a little weird and goofy. Last night was my girls night with Leigh Ann and Jen (my two bestest friends from high school). Now, I know you all are thinking a girls night out means booze and dancing and partying! Well, we are a little different. We have a blast as long as we are together. We went to eat at Applebee's and then went to the theater and saw "Australia". We were the ONLY ones in the theater so it was awesome! It was supposed to start at 8:00 and I finally went at 8:15 and asked them to start it. We could laugh as loud as we wanted, ask what they said as loud as we wanted...........hell, we even farted if we wanted!! LOL Yep, that's me and my friends! We LOVE each other!
So, when we came out of the theater we had the most beautiful snow occurring. It had already snowed as much as it was going to apparently because it didn't snow much longer after I got home since my tracks were still visible in the driveway this morning. Darn! But, it was awesome and beautiful. Since our house faces the north (ugh) the snow in our front yard will be around for Christmas day!
I came home and pretty much went straight to bed! Can't tell you anything else about today since I will technically do my today blog tonight! I know, you will be anxiously waiting!! Ha Ha
Monday, December 22, 2008
I Am Right Most of The Time
In case you haven't taken the opportunity to check out Rusty's blog as mentioned below, I would like to invite you to do so. You will notice that there is a mention of football and addiction. Ah ha! So when I got chewed on for making it sound like his life revolved around football I was actually right! He says it's okay that I know it, just not others. LMAO
I was right, I was right.......nanny nanny boo boo!
So, today was a busy TLM day. And, as always, when he runs behind it is the techs fault. I don't believe that I chose to double, even triple book patients but that's just my outlook. I also am not the one sitting in there gabbing and gabbing for 30-45 minutes! Not that I don't like/enjoy working with him. Just stating the facts Jack!
I was all ready to head to the gym after work when I got a message that I needed to skip the gym and pick Rusty up due to his bad work day (again, read his blog). So, I did that and found out he was going back to work anyway so I headed to the gym. It was really hard to get back in to the mindset of working out when I had already decided I wasn't going to. I made it for 15 minutes (100 calories) on the elliptical. Not good, but better than nothing.
Other than that it's been a nice warm evening here at home. I received my "gift" from Grandma Claribel today in the mail. She recently celebrated her 99th birthday. Actually it was on December 19th. She wrote out a short history of her life. Typed, it was all of 8 or so pages. She included pictures of homes, her children when they were young and so forth. What is so special is that I did not come into this woman's life until about 1990 or so. Even then we didn't live real close together so we didn't get to spend a lot of time together. However, she still speaks of Rusty and I as if we had been her grandchildren all along. She and her late husband, Floyd, are absolutely amazing. They are such great people. She currently lives in Manhattan, Ks. and Rusty and I just discussed a trip to see her. I am really hoping for a big celebration for a 100th birthday. You never know what God has in store for us so we will not take our chances. It will be a trip as soon as the weather allows.......even maybe in January. Her story and her love for her family, us included, brought tears to my eyes. Such a wonderful woman.
Ok, so now I shall take my sentimental booty to bed. I am excited for Christmas to come and to spend it with my husband!
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Bubbalicious
So, I set my alarm on a Sunday morning. It wasn't that big of a deal, it was just for 9:10 but still. I got up and went to church with Andrea. It was a nice little deal. No big hooplah about new guests and any of that. I got to finally say hi to Heath who I have seen a couple of times but didn't get a chance to talk to. It was nice. As the sermon came to a close we were praying and I began to pray for my back. Then, I had a change of thought and decided not to be so selfish. So, I prayed for a friends unborn child.
When I got home I was sooooooooo cold. My feet were frozen! I sat on the couch and tried to warm up a bit. Rusty had already eaten cereal so I made some hot Ramen noodles. After that I got a little sleepy and decided I was entitled to a nap.......after a little internet of course. This was around 2:30 so I napped until about 4 or 4:30. I finally got my booty off the couch to make Rusty and I pancakes for dinner. We are running a little low in the grocery area so we are going to have to start being creative!
I am excited for this week for several reasons............
I am hoping for more snow.
I am glad I only have to work 2 and 1/2 days.
It's Christmas!
We get to open presents.
We get to go see two awesome movies on Christmas day.
Did I mention only having to work through Wednesday at noon?? I can't wait to sleep in on Friday morning and get up and think............hmmmmm, what should I do on my day home alone. It's is not that I don't like having Rusty home, but there are times that some good quality time alone is beneficial. Guess I don't really know how to explain it. It is easier for me to get things done when he isn't here but that's only if I have a couple of days in a row. I want to veg out on the first one! So far, that is the only bad thing about NOT teaching. All the breaks we got throughout the year, not to mention the summers off. I think I would get bored in the summer though. No pool and all my friends would be working!
I made some more pretzels tonight for work tomorrow. I actually bought two packages of almond bark but I got tired of making them! I did dishes then here I am. My hands were hurting from the water (long story) so I couldn't go take my shower right away. That's what I'm waiting for right now. When I picked up my laptop I noticed I had a third follower. Rusty started a blog! Guess he wants his two cents! You can check it out by clicking on the picture of he and I below where it says "My Peeps".
Rusty downloaded a game on the Wii called "The World of Goo". It's pretty neat so that's what I have been listening to for a while. Before that was football. I am wishing for another Dr. Pepper right now because the one I got earlier is watered down. I have only been having one a day unless I go out to eat. I am still trying to figure out if I should quit cold turkey come time for Pound Plunge. I am just not sure. I will be giving up a lot already.............can I give up my DP???? Maybe I should just make myself burn 200 more calories on top of my end count each day at the gym. Does it work that way??
Well, I have some other things I would like to do before I grab a shower. I am thankful for all of the decisions that I and my husband have made this year. Not all may have agreed, but it's about us right? Yes, we are selfish.....and happy.
Saturday, December 20, 2008
So, I Think I'm Done!
I got to go eat at my cozy Chinese place tonight thanks to my WONDERFUL husband. I have a feeling he has spoiled me this Christmas, as I tried to the same for him. Chinese was wonderful! I love that place and could eat it everyday. I am trying to get in some of my favorites before I take the plunge in January..........as in pound plunge! I am excited to get started. I am sure I won't think I am come time to start but I'll just have to be. If I keep reminding myself of the phrase "what happened to her?" (which came out of my husbands mouth) that should help. I am still looking for that picture.
Ok, I'm gonna sign off! Gonna be hard to make myself get up for church!
OMGoodness.............not a good time to blog!
I will catch up tomorrow.
Thinking of heading to IHOP! YUMMY!
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Dishes Anyone?
Today was kind of a weird day at work. What day isn't?? LOL
I forgot today was post op day and when I was walking down the hallway and saw the butt load of people I thought "oh shit, post ops!" Guess I should have gotten there a little early. I will blame it on the late night phone call from my boss (the doc). He called about 9:15 with a question regarding a patient we had seen earlier in the day and thank the LORD I remembered him. My first thought when I heard his voice was "ah hell, what'd I do?" Me and my negative thoughts.
Andrea asked me to lunch today and I am thankful for that. I have made some really good friends there at work. I knew when we moved here I would have a couple great friends but I didn't know I would gain so many more! It is so great. I am truly blessed with great friendship.
So, we got a very heavy fog by this afternoon and then it was more like freezing fog/drizzle. It actually rained while I was at the gym (burning over 300 calories in 30 minutes *smiling*) Then just a heavy mist. On my way home, trying to be careful, my mother called. Grandma Claribel (Daryl's mom) is down visiting in Moore and today is her 99th birthday. She is such a great woman and still going at it. I am sure she is watching football right now. I am hoping they have a big shabang for her next years birthday. She lives in Manhattan and Rusty and I plan on going and visiting as soon as the weather allows.
So, I am pretty much pooped and can't imagine how pooped I'll be when I start working out in the morning and the evening. It's gonna be tough to figure out a schedule.
All right, since you aren't going to come do my dishes I guess I will. Mah Sue keeps staring at me and I guess she's ready for bed!
Me too Mah Sue!
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
*yawn*
After that, it was home to shower and eat dinner. Just hanging out on the couch right now trying to keep my eyes open!
Looks as though we might get some ice tonight so we'll see how that all works out. I know it's damn cold out there...........I (we) are in need of some good winter clothing/outerwear! I am hoping to be able to do some shopping for that stuff soon.
I guess there isn't anything else. I am just tired. We both have been sleeping very well. I truly enjoy that!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Yeah for Biggest Loser Winner Michelle!
Today was kuh-razy at work. People must be so freaking ignorant. I'm not just talking about the patients either. If you know something needs to be done, just freaking do it. Especially when we are swamped and you're standing there with your thumb up your ass. AND..........if you are wearing glasses I assume that you have been to an eye doctor before to have your vision checked. Quit acting like you have NO IDEA what is going on!! Hell, fill out an application.........we'll probably hire your dumb ass.
Sorry, done with that!
Ok, so my two friends teased me. They blogged ONCE and then stopped again. I'm just as tired as the next person and would much rather be doing other things too........but you have me addicted now so you owe me! I understand if you have two beautiful little kids keeping you from it though ;o)
Tonight was Biggest Loser finale. I am so glad it wasn't one of those rude bitches that won. Yeah for Michelle. It definitely helped put into perspective what I need to do when January rolls around. Maybe not to their extreme, but I gotta work and be devoted. I did turn down Dairy Queen tonight! Think Rusty did? I'll let you guess.
So, that's about it. I am off to do a little reading on why Oprah put all her weight back on. LOL
See ya tomorrow night!
Monday, December 15, 2008
The Last Straw
Today was crazy. As mentioned in my previous blog.......guess who had to scribe ALL day with the doc. Me!!! Hell, that's better than what I'll do tomorrow which causes one big cluster. Anyway, not going to vent about work considering it's not that big of a deal! At least I know what to expect and I've only been there a little over 2 months.
It was very cold today. Around 3 degrees when I went in to work. Made my nose hairs freeze! Rusty has yet to experience that. So, I stayed at the office for lunch and read my magazine. I went to the gym after work like a good girl even though I wanted to just come home and crawl under a blanket! It was a good workout though and I really enjoyed the sauna today. I needed some relaxation.
I have been super tired (scribing ALL day does that) so I am going to hit the hay. Doing good since it's only 9:00. I sure am ready though. So, I'm gonna finish my Sunny D and then crawl in to my wonderful bed. I hope I wake up to snow on the ground tomorrow! If it's gonna be this damn cold we should at least have something pretty to look at outside.
Sunday, December 14, 2008
I'm a "Twilight" kinda gal.
So today was a pretty good day. It was laundry and play on the computer day! Isn't every day play on computer day for me? I also winterized the front window. It seems to have helped a lot since it faces the north. Making a promise to ourselves right now that no matter how cute a house is when we decide to buy, if it faces the north it is a big fat NO!
I was getting Chili going for supper when my friend Becca called. She asked if I would go see "Twilight" with her tonight. Hello? Did ya think I would say no? LOL So, after I had my chili for supper (YUM) I met Becca at the movie theatre. Let me just say that even though it was a Sunday night and they weren't that busy we still deserved to have some freaking HEAT! It was ridiculous!!! My feet were so cold that when I got home the shower water stung them. But, Edward did heat things up quite a bit. J/k, J/k. I think I'm gonna have a bruise from where Becca would elbow me for all the good stuff. And, there was lots of good stuff. It was nice to go see it with someone who got all giddy like me! Fun to "live" in that world for a bit.
So, that's pretty much it. Got me a hot shower, checked my stuff on line, blogged and now to bed. Of course after I floss, brush, AND TAKE MY SNORE SPRAY. It's up there with Chantix for me. A MIRACLE!!
Gonna be a busy day tomorrow.........like 66 patients with both doctors in. I don't know who will be scribing but I bet I know who won't. That's between us girls!
Love, Love, Love!!!
Saturday, December 13, 2008
'Bout Damn Time!
Last night the little get together was okay. It was too segregated and Andrea didn't feel good. I really liked her husband and I think that he and Rusty would get along well. So, needless to say....I would like to have another get together with those few I think we would have a good time with. I could have fun with any of them but the mixture was kind of like mixing beer and liquor...it just didn't work out! How's that analogy?
We are babysitting my friends little yorkie named Lucky. I just love her to death. She misses her momma though. I will try and get her pic tomorrow and put on here!
Today is Rusty's birthday. Happy Birthday baby! I didn't think he really wanted to do anything. He played games on the PS3 and I worked on my Christmas cards. I made labels and got them all sent out. I then came home and started messing with the pictures we had taken. Andrea Rodger did a great job! I am thankful she let us purchase the cd. I love to play with the pics on the computer and see what I can create. I'll post a few here now...........................The scripture is Jeremiah 29:11. It has meant a lot to me since my auto accident in 1998 and the outpatient surgeries I went through.
This says "When just being together is enough....." I look at this pic long enough and think of the title and it can bring tears to my eyes. We really are fine just as long as we have each other. Sometimes we may like a little time to ourselves but that's normal. Everyone needs their personal space. Sometimes it's hard in this little house. All in good time my pretty, all in good time. I feel like our lives are just now truly beginning.
Looking at my pic above made me think of "Pound Plunge". I am ready but then again I'm not. Maybe I can talk my good friend Andrea into walking with me on lunch or something. She needs to exercise just for health, not for her proportions. I will be starting that in January and just found out I need another partner so if anyone is interested let me know!
Anyway, got off track. So I messed around with the pics and then figured out Rusty wanted his birthday roast for dinner. I got that going and after dinner we decided to go grab a geo-cache. It was a night one that overlooks the town. It was pretty! A little windy but nice! We also want to do the "Blue Light Lady" one but are saving it for day time to see the monument.
I just got a pic of Lucky. She is really camera shy!This picture doesn't do her justice! She is a sweet thing!
Oh, btw......the whole sil deal is fubar'd. And I am thinking the "r" in fubar should stand for "reconciliation" instead of "recognition". Sad, but true. I am done. Good thing we don't live down the street anymore I guess. That way no one feels as though they have to co-exist. Either way........done. Moving on and going back to enjoying myself here. I did find out though that people were saying things that were not what they said they were. They made what they wanted to out of things and then continued to gossip. That caused a lot of hard feelings and now it can't be erased. Too bad people can't mind their own business.
Anyway! I made Rusty brownies too for his birthday and he said they were good. At least one thing turned out right! LOL
Ok, that's gonna be it for tonight. Super glad that my friends blogged again and looking forward to many more!
ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ
So, until then.......don't hold your breath! It's not that exciting.
Thursday, December 11, 2008
Can you hear my back screaming?
What a long ass day. Can't you tell from the pic above? LMAO
I slept pretty darn good and I'm happy to say that Rusty did too. I did NOT snore because I took my snore spray. I decided I would hang a little cloth bag from the wrought iron on our bed and put it in there. That way I always have it near. :-)
Today at work was pretty good. Everyone was there and we only had one doctor in. This afternoon we had NONE!! I kind of enjoyed it. I did piddly things around the office then took off around 3:00 to go spend some money we didn't have on Christmas stuff. I bought stuff to make snacks for my co-workers. I am beginning to think it would have been better to just spend $5 on each of them for what I bought and the time I spent. I just sat down around 9:15 for the first time other than supper. I am exhausted and my back is in its mood again. I am tired of it for sure!
So, sitting here listening to some football while I blog and chat on Facebook with a friend. Rusty's birthday is Saturday so we are trying to make some plans. He's on call so it won't be nothing big! Except for his age.........the big 31! LOL
Ok, so it's almost ten and I feel like I have been run over.........by a reindeer! J/K
See, I'm losing my mind!
All right. Looking forward to a free catered lunch from Carlos O'Kellys and our Christmas bonus tomorrow!
So, I'm out...............and feeling dead to the world!
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Lazy and Selfish
So, at work I was thinking about the lazy part of his comment. I decided then that I would just come home after work and do the things I have been putting off for too long. I have been lazy here lately. It just sucks going to the gym after work, getting home around 6:30 or so, cooking dinner, showering, cleaning the kitchen...where's my time to sit and unwind? So within 30 minutes I had started the sheets in the washer, stripped the bed sheets, washed dishes and vacuumed! Then my friend Leigh Ann called to see if we wanted to go eat Chinese. Uh.......that's a big HELL YES!! I love that damn place. So, I took a break from my busy evening and my husband and I enjoyed our visit with my best friend and her two lovely children.
After that I came home and winterized most of the windows in the house. All I have left is the living room and our bedroom. I also finished up the sheets and comforter. I didn't get EVERYTHING done that I wanted to but I did get 3/4 of it completed.
Mrs. Princess STILL hasn't blogged and neither has Becca. WTF??? I think they are doing it on purpose to make me think about them! Andrea, bring the CD tomorrow please!! I am trying to figure out what else I need to order!
So, I would love to go do some Christmas shopping. I was thinking maybe I could leave early tomorrow since there aren't any doctors in the afternoon but someone already took the afternoon off. I guess being the new girl plays a role in that too.
Anywho, I am ready for bed and still need to grab a shower and TAKE MY SPRAY!!
So, here's to tomorrow......Thursday! One more day until Friday and a nice weekend off. I am ready because tonight kicked my booty!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Where Are My Fellow Bloggers?
Today was an okay day. I wasn't very pleased with Princess Andrea's unhappiness. I like her to be happy and spunky. I can't imagine WHY she wasn't. She had a GREAT weekend! Perk up little lady. I didn't get to say goodbye to my friend Becca today either! She had to leave a little early. So, tomorrow is satellite day but I don't have to go! Sorry Andrea! I know you don't want to but I am going to enjoy my break from it!
I went to the gym after work. I didn't get to do the sauna today but I got in the StairMaster, elliptical, and some weights. We had Subway for dinner as we watched Biggest Loser with Renee and Rick. I am sooooooooooo glad the two blue members are below the yellow line! Go Michelle!
Ok, so I am poopered out. Just talked to my dad and he got a new truck today. Yeah for him! He really needed a car, but he likes his trucks! I can't wait to see a picture of it. Speaking of pics............I got my Christmas cards today and they are pretty darn cool. Well, except for the extremely overweight Tara pictured in them but the animals and Rusty make up for that! Can't wait to get them mailed out.
All right, I'm gonna let this do. I am ready for bed but I have to get my feet warmed up first! It's cold outside!
Keep it toasty and warm!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Skip-BoAnyone?
Today was a weird day. I felt just a little fogged out. It was nice that my friend Becca noticed and asked me if I was okay. That always feels good! I don't know what it was. Probably the getting to bed at 11:00 last night. It was tough but we had a good time playing Phase 10 with Rick and Renee so that made it all worth it.
I went to the gym today like a good girl. I am doing "Pound Plunge" this January so I am not going to go at it hard and heavy until then. I will torture myself soon enough! After that we came home and ate dinner and.............well, here I am! Been working my way up to this all evening.
I am looking forward to tomorrow with a possible slow day. We have one doctor out for surgery and another out for clinic. That's IF the weather doesn't get bad. I personally wouldn't mind if we had a little snow! I kinda like it! LOL! Ask me if I like it in a couple months. Ha
Then, on Wednesday I usually go to satellite clinic but I don't have to this week. Not sure why other than they are splitting it up. Sorry Andrea!! Satellite always wears me out so I will enjoy the small break!
My my, Rusty just got ice cream and I was a good girl and turned it down. Yeah for me! I responded to my sil finally. I was nice and completely honest. I even had Rusty proof read to make sure. We'll see how that goes. Can't make it any worse, eh?
I am also trying my hardest not to let other smart ass remarks I see from people who I thought were my friends get to me. As I stated before......my new mantra is to "invest my energy in those who truly care for me". I think I said that before on here. I just decided on it a couple days ago. I am awful sensitive though and it hurts deeply to think that people I thought were good friends may not be what I thought. I tried to keep in touch but hardly ever got a response. I know they say they are busy but they weren't too busy to forward me an e-mail when I worked with them so what is the damn difference?? I only heard from one of them recently and that's because they wanted a damn recipe. Then no thank you or nothing! That's it. So, I am not going to waste my energy on that and their petty games. I am above that and don't have time for it!
So, wow, I think I was ranting a little there! LOL That's what I needed I guess.
Well, I hope to see Andrea at work tomorrow and for more than one reason! If she doesn't show that only leaves two of us and......well, that leaves 2! LOL You gals know what I mean!
Ok, this was long and it felt good. Ready to hit the sack and sleep good with NO snoring!! Yeah!!!!!!
Sunday, December 7, 2008
P.S.
I forgot to blog last night!
Yesterday was a pretty nice day, so guess what we did? Bet you are having a hard time. NOT. Yes, we went Geo-caching. We found a pretty spot again. We were a little worried with hunters and all. I really think next year we should invest in some orange vests for those types of locations. Especially a small one for Marley. So, we did that until the sun started to go down then we came home. We had a nice evening of me playing on the computer and Rusty watching a movie. LOL I am an addict. I admitted it before and I admit it now!
Today was a lazy day of doing some laundry and watching football. I should have gotten up and done more but it was one of those days for my back. It is still just throbbing near my right hip in that one spot that always makes me want to scream. I took 4 alleve earlier and it hasn't phased the pain at all. Same shit, different day.
I went to the Frost Fest parade with Renee and then we went back to her house and she made Rusty and I chicken and noodles. Yum! After that we watching some football and played Phase 10. I LOVE that damn game!
I also downloaded some awesome music today! I was excited. I needed some new stuff for the gym. Speaking of which...........I have to start busting my ass even harder! With my back this way, that's tough. Guess I will suck it up and maybe cause more damage? How can I cause damage if nothing is wrong with it? Dumb ass doctors! Maybe someone can help me some day.
Ok, I think that is pretty much it. I would really, really, really like to go Christmas shopping! I need to get stuff mailed soon since we won't be going home. I am looking forward to spending part of Christmas day at the theater! Yeah for "Marley and Me" coming out. Way excited about that...............even though I know I will cry. Never hurts to cry once in a while!
Friday, December 5, 2008
Ohhhhhhhh, yeah baby.........it's Friday!
I got to get off a little early since I had some overtime. Yesterday I was told it was only 15 minutes but then found out today that it was an hour and fifteen minutes! Woo Hoo! I got to go to the gym early and then came home and Rusty and I went out for a nice steak dinner. So, we are chillaxing on the couch right now in our jammies and trying to stay awake! LOL!
I still haven't written a response e-mail to the sil. Waiting so I can sit and take my sweet time.
Not much to say.....glad to be here where I am and glad to have my husband here by my side!
TTYL!
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Twilight is STILL good!
Today was an okay day. Andrea was still gone, but I was prepared for it! Becca was there and gave me another big ole needed hug! My friend Leigh decided she was finally ready to go see Twilight so we planned on that for this evening. Since I skipped the gym yesterday, I HAD to go today! I didn't get a lot done but I did enough to make me sore! I had to hurry home for dinner then go pick up Leigh. She decided to invite her mom and that was fun! So, I saw Twilight for the second time and it was still as good as the first. Still like the book best! I am so pumped though because Janel (Leighs mom) loved it! She wants to read the books now!
All in all we had a great time. I wish it wasn't so late because I haven't hardly got to play on the internet! I did get some great books from Leigh Ann. Most are Nicholas Sparks......actually all of them! She also let me borrow The Notebook movie and made me promise to watch it this weekend.
So, it's late and tomorrow is Friday. I am ready for a relaxing weekend. After the rat race of last weekend.............it's much needed! Plus, I need to go to the gym faithfully to make up for the food from last weekend!
Hope my Princess comes tomorrow! ;o)
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Damn I Could Go For Something Sweet!
I was so happy when I got to work this morning because Princess Andrea was there. Then, I noticed she wasn't a happy Princess Andrea. She left shortly after for a dr.'s appointment and then Becca wasn't there either! The day seemed to drag on, and then BAM! It got busy and 5:00 came fast. I started working on surgery charts today and hopefully did a good job.
I am beat. Ready for bed! The snore relief spray worked again last night! Woo Hoo!
Not much else I guess. Still just hanging in there and taking it easy. Here's my new motto....
"I vow to invest my energy in people who are truly there for me."
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
BL Night!!
Tonight was Biggest Loser night. Damn that blue team! Rick and Renee came over and it was my turn to cook but we decided Subway sounded pretty good! So, we went and got Subway and came home and hung out. Rusty wanted ice cream (see, how can I be good?) so Renee and I went and got that. I got the smallest thing so I tried!! I should have went without but YOU turn down ice cream! LOL! It is only 9:29 so I am pumped to possibly get in bed earlier tonight than last night.
I tried my throat spray that I bought from Wal-Mart. I DID NOT SNORE LAST NIGHT!!! Rusty said not even a peep! So, I would try it if you have problems snoring! I don't snore because of my nose so the strips wouldn't have worked. Mine is more in my throat and I am hoping that the spray continues to work! I love it when I sleep good but I like it even more when my husband does too!
Ok, I'm gonna get and enjoy a peaceful nights sleep. I have not responded to my sil's e-mail yet and am giving myself some time to think it over. Not too much thinking though...I am starting to just really think "to hell with it". Not in a bad way, but in a way that I won't let it occupy my mind.
I am also excited for work tomorrow. I haven't seen Andrea since last Wednesday and I didn't get any time with Becca today! Yeah for new friends!
LOVE!!!
Monday, December 1, 2008
Wow, I Sure Know How To Screw Stuff Up......
Ok, so today was a little rough at work. We had two out so that was a little off. I also had 24 charts to get ready for tomorrow and that was an "until 5:00" deal! It seemed like nothing could go right today. I can only do what I was trained/taught to do so why do I get treated like a damn idiot at times?? I'm doing my best with what I was given! I can't help it if someone puts the instruments for FB removal in the wrong spot. I can't help it if you can't find something you are looking for! I have a college degree, am 31 years old, been on my own since before I was 18, and have been working for a long time.............I am not stupid! Just because I didn't go to medical school doesn't mean I am ignorant. The fact that someone did doesn't make them superior to others. In that field, maybe, but not overall and in general. I bet I could ask some of the MD's certain Science questions and they wouldn't know the answer. It's all in what you studied. So, suck it and quit trying to imply I don't know what the hell is going on! (deep breath)
Finally got an e-mail from my sister-in-law.....doesn't say what she is mad about but only that she'll forgive me. Ooooooooooookay. I haven't responded and feel as though I need some deep thinking before I do. I need to be able to explain why it is that I should feel the need to defend myself or the actions of my father and/or his girlfriend. And, furthermore, I shouldn't have to defend myself to a 15 year old. Anywho............
Tomorrow is Smith Center day and I have to be at work at 6:45. Not a good thing considering it is 10:47 right now! I got off work a little late and had to MAKE myself go to the gym. I then came home and we began putting up Christmas decorations. We had to take down our dining room table to put our huge ass tree up! That's what happens when you lose 1000 square feet in your housing. We got it up though. Now if my lovely cat will behave himself!
Well, I'm off to try this snore spray junk. If that don't work, I'm gonna have to see the doctor about it. My poor hubby is losing sleep!