I am freezing here at work today. I have no idea why. I just cannot get warm! I feel sick and nauseous and of course, cold. I felt the same way the morning of my wedding when the AC in my parent's condo in Maui was cranked up to super cold. Once it was turned down, I was fine.
Maybe I really am getting sick. Blargh.
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
I don't have to worry about rusty nails anymore
because I got a tetanus shot yesterday. I'd been meaning to get one since getting a physical done at my doctor's office which was probably 6-9 months ago...
I finally got it done and man, does my arm hurt. I rolled onto my side last night while sleeping and the pain woke me up. Even lightly grazing my arm sends pain up and down my arm. Yikes, they weren't kidding about these side effects.
I finally got it done and man, does my arm hurt. I rolled onto my side last night while sleeping and the pain woke me up. Even lightly grazing my arm sends pain up and down my arm. Yikes, they weren't kidding about these side effects.
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Feeling Violated
So when I came back to San Diego last month, I landed and found in my email, two paypal payments that were not authorized by me. It was definitely a WTF moment x 10. I immediately opened disputes against these fraudulent chargers. The process was painless except that it takes along time, but I don't think that's Paypal's fault.
I initiated proceedings on November 15 and finally got a resolution last night. Two weeks, not too bad. I got my $40+ back, but I feel so violated. I don't know how they got my information. It didn't surprise me that after I googled the seller it was linked to a online MMORPG. I left that world a long time ago. And the kicker is that they charged me pounds and not dollars.
I'm glad I got my money back, but I'm going to be wary using Paypal in the future. I didn't even feel this bad when my gmail got hacked. Passwords and security questions have been changed, but the feeling is totally different when it involves money.
I initiated proceedings on November 15 and finally got a resolution last night. Two weeks, not too bad. I got my $40+ back, but I feel so violated. I don't know how they got my information. It didn't surprise me that after I googled the seller it was linked to a online MMORPG. I left that world a long time ago. And the kicker is that they charged me pounds and not dollars.
I'm glad I got my money back, but I'm going to be wary using Paypal in the future. I didn't even feel this bad when my gmail got hacked. Passwords and security questions have been changed, but the feeling is totally different when it involves money.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Pants?!?!?!?!!?!?!!
I own three pairs of work pants, two that I actually wear on a regular basis. I double up on pants and sometimes wear jeans to work. Well, after this past week, I will only have one pair of work pants that I want to wear. The third pair were unfortunately hemmed too short. On occasion, I will wear them, but never willingly reach for them. My second pair I lost to my own mistake. I was not paying attention when I was doing laundry and I threw them in the dryer. So those are now too short. Ugh. I hate short pants more than anything in the world.
I guess I should take advantage of some of the deals going on and see if I can find some new work pants. I did order a pair from Express, so maybe those will fit the bill.
I guess I should take advantage of some of the deals going on and see if I can find some new work pants. I did order a pair from Express, so maybe those will fit the bill.
Tagg, the final update?
Tagg, the pet tracker, how I loathe thee?
We thought everything was fine and dandy once we got the alert about the tracker being out of the home zone a few weeks ago. We were happy that it worked and had plans to keep the damn thing. However, on this trip to PA, we didn't get a single notice the entire time we were gone.
When we arrived at my aunts, we reset the Tagg home zone to my aunt's house. No alerts, but then again, Red never left the house. On the return trip home, again, no alerts. We called the technical support to find out what the heck was going on. The customer support person had no idea what she was talking about. She sounded like a 15 year old idiot. Apparently, they have syncing issues. Not a dealbreaker, so I asked if we'd still be able to track the Tagg if it's not synced. She did not know the answer, but her little script made it sound like you couldn't. Well, how often does the Tagg get out of sync? How would I know? No answers.
WTF. We'd have to wait to get home to power cycle the docking station and tracker. The hubster and I discussed it on the rest of the trip home. We were pretty close to the end of the 30 day trial period. I looked up more reviews of the product and found that several other people experienced the same sync issues as us and said that the power cycle didn't always work and that troubleshooting with tech support was painful. We decided that as much as we wanted to like the product, it just wasn't ready and in a state that we wanted it to be. So I called Tagg back and requested a return.
It does make me a little sad that we run a greater risk of not retrieving Red if she were to run away, but having this costly item would not have helped, not with all the bugs it has. But what does give me some kind of relief is that Red did amazingly well at my aunt's house. She didn't try to run away, she only escaped the kitchen once at the end of the trip. She didn't need personal potty breaks like previous visits and she went out in the yard without supervisions. She did so well with the baby too. She calmed down within 5 minutes of new visitors and didn't jump up on people. I'm so proud of her.
So if Tagg ever gets their act together, we'll definitely consider trying it again. We really wanted this product to work, so this potentially could be the final update, but hopefully not.
We thought everything was fine and dandy once we got the alert about the tracker being out of the home zone a few weeks ago. We were happy that it worked and had plans to keep the damn thing. However, on this trip to PA, we didn't get a single notice the entire time we were gone.
When we arrived at my aunts, we reset the Tagg home zone to my aunt's house. No alerts, but then again, Red never left the house. On the return trip home, again, no alerts. We called the technical support to find out what the heck was going on. The customer support person had no idea what she was talking about. She sounded like a 15 year old idiot. Apparently, they have syncing issues. Not a dealbreaker, so I asked if we'd still be able to track the Tagg if it's not synced. She did not know the answer, but her little script made it sound like you couldn't. Well, how often does the Tagg get out of sync? How would I know? No answers.
WTF. We'd have to wait to get home to power cycle the docking station and tracker. The hubster and I discussed it on the rest of the trip home. We were pretty close to the end of the 30 day trial period. I looked up more reviews of the product and found that several other people experienced the same sync issues as us and said that the power cycle didn't always work and that troubleshooting with tech support was painful. We decided that as much as we wanted to like the product, it just wasn't ready and in a state that we wanted it to be. So I called Tagg back and requested a return.
It does make me a little sad that we run a greater risk of not retrieving Red if she were to run away, but having this costly item would not have helped, not with all the bugs it has. But what does give me some kind of relief is that Red did amazingly well at my aunt's house. She didn't try to run away, she only escaped the kitchen once at the end of the trip. She didn't need personal potty breaks like previous visits and she went out in the yard without supervisions. She did so well with the baby too. She calmed down within 5 minutes of new visitors and didn't jump up on people. I'm so proud of her.
So if Tagg ever gets their act together, we'll definitely consider trying it again. We really wanted this product to work, so this potentially could be the final update, but hopefully not.
I hate it when this happens ... sorta
So I bought a Living Social thing (I think it's more convenient to call it a Groupon even though it's not from Groupon) for a 30 page photo book for $19. I thought it was a good deal. It was for a photo book that I'm making for my niece. My computer has been on the fritz for a while and I finally got fed up and told the hubster to reformat it so that it can be stable enough to make the photo book. It didn't even require that because all my photos are on my back up hard drive. He just needed to plug it into any computer.
Anyway, I spent part of my day yesterday taking photos for said book. I finally got around to ordering it and was pretty pleased with myself. I still had to pay shipping, but it was $29 total for a $55ish book. Well, what do I get in the mail today? Cyber Monday deal from mypublisher for 65% off. WTF. I instantly get mad because I love to save money (you can't really tell because I spend it so quickly and often). I get all worked and I'm doing math on how much I could have spent if I saved 65% and am grumbling to myself.
I finally calm down and actually read the email. Save 65% on $200. *blinks* Yeah, so way to get all dramatic over nothing. This must be what the hubster is talking about when I get mad at him. I'm so quick to anger. Sorry, hubster!
Anyway, I spent part of my day yesterday taking photos for said book. I finally got around to ordering it and was pretty pleased with myself. I still had to pay shipping, but it was $29 total for a $55ish book. Well, what do I get in the mail today? Cyber Monday deal from mypublisher for 65% off. WTF. I instantly get mad because I love to save money (you can't really tell because I spend it so quickly and often). I get all worked and I'm doing math on how much I could have spent if I saved 65% and am grumbling to myself.
I finally calm down and actually read the email. Save 65% on $200. *blinks* Yeah, so way to get all dramatic over nothing. This must be what the hubster is talking about when I get mad at him. I'm so quick to anger. Sorry, hubster!
Sunday, November 27, 2011
Perfect Ending
To a thanksgiving weekend.
We came back a day early from my aunt's because everyone left or was busy with their SO's families. It wasn't worth it to drive to my cousin's in Jersey so we headed home. We get an extra day to rest before going back to work, we skipped the traffic on Sunday, and we did this today!
Tree number 2 and yes that is a Santa hat tree topper. Gotta work with what you got.
Lights from inside of our door
Wreath on the door
It's a win win situation all around. Here are some other Christmas-y pictures.
From last weekend
Yarn wreath DIY that I made in PA. I'm gonna make some more for presents.
Now time to take a break and watch tv before making dinner and heading out to Michael's.
We came back a day early from my aunt's because everyone left or was busy with their SO's families. It wasn't worth it to drive to my cousin's in Jersey so we headed home. We get an extra day to rest before going back to work, we skipped the traffic on Sunday, and we did this today!
Tree number 2 and yes that is a Santa hat tree topper. Gotta work with what you got.
Lights from inside of our door
Wreath on the door
It's a win win situation all around. Here are some other Christmas-y pictures.
From last weekend
Yarn wreath DIY that I made in PA. I'm gonna make some more for presents.
Now time to take a break and watch tv before making dinner and heading out to Michael's.
Saturday, November 26, 2011
The Worst Rental Car
Maybe a little over dramatic, but if you need to rent a car and you are transporting someone/something who gets motion sickness easily, then DON'T pick a Hyundai Sonata.
That's the car we got for this long holiday weekend trip. It was a pretty nice car and had a lot of features. Nice and roomy, but that things is twitchy as a motherfucker. Twitchy enough to make me motion sick. I slept a few hours in the back seat with the dogs, but then had to drive the rest of the trip because I was getting nauseous.
I wasn't the only one though. =( I awoke from my nap to find vomit on the hubster's jacket. We think Red was the one who threw up which is odd because Egg Roll is the most susceptible to getting car sick. The rest of the ride was uneventful, probably because I was driving ;)
On the ride home, both dogs threw up =( It was kinda gross and kinda a mess. This is why you don't buy a rental car! Aside from the shitty driving, the car was fine. The trunk was huge and had plenty of space to bring back all the goodies we got.
That's the car we got for this long holiday weekend trip. It was a pretty nice car and had a lot of features. Nice and roomy, but that things is twitchy as a motherfucker. Twitchy enough to make me motion sick. I slept a few hours in the back seat with the dogs, but then had to drive the rest of the trip because I was getting nauseous.
I wasn't the only one though. =( I awoke from my nap to find vomit on the hubster's jacket. We think Red was the one who threw up which is odd because Egg Roll is the most susceptible to getting car sick. The rest of the ride was uneventful, probably because I was driving ;)
On the ride home, both dogs threw up =( It was kinda gross and kinda a mess. This is why you don't buy a rental car! Aside from the shitty driving, the car was fine. The trunk was huge and had plenty of space to bring back all the goodies we got.
Friday, November 25, 2011
Thursday, November 24, 2011
Wednesday, November 23, 2011
Team Jacob
If you were wondering.
If you asked me a month ago, I was Team Edward solely based on the fact that I don't think either are that appealing, but I do prefer white guys, so he won on a technicality. See the hubster for proof.
Anyway, why the switch?
I love dogs and they had a lot of wolf face time in the new movie. And I love dogs. So that's it. I'm on Team Jacob purely because he is in a wolf pack and said wolf pack remind me of dogs.
If you asked me a month ago, I was Team Edward solely based on the fact that I don't think either are that appealing, but I do prefer white guys, so he won on a technicality. See the hubster for proof.
Anyway, why the switch?
I love dogs and they had a lot of wolf face time in the new movie. And I love dogs. So that's it. I'm on Team Jacob purely because he is in a wolf pack and said wolf pack remind me of dogs.
Apple convertee?
My desktop has been causing me problems for the past 3-4 months. I don't know what's wrong with it and neither the hubster or my friend in IT can figure it out. It's been reformatted more times than I want to count. Most of the hardware is relatively new. It's just pissing me off.
The hubster just reformatted it over the weekend. So its pretty clean and untouched. I think I only downloaded Chrome. Well, it froze and blue screened on me already.
I'm thisclose to buying a Mac to avoid these stupid problems. Now to just pull the trigger on spending $1500+ on a desktop or computer. Decisions, decisions.
The hubster just reformatted it over the weekend. So its pretty clean and untouched. I think I only downloaded Chrome. Well, it froze and blue screened on me already.
I'm thisclose to buying a Mac to avoid these stupid problems. Now to just pull the trigger on spending $1500+ on a desktop or computer. Decisions, decisions.
More Zombie Dreams
So the latest zombie dream...
This zombie dream takes place in a post apocalyptic zombie world similar to the TV show, The Walking Dead. Anyway, it's winter and me and my family (like entire family including aunt, uncles, cousins) are wondering around a giant mental (?) facility dodging zombies. Somehow my mom finds a large room where there are zombies, but they are not attacking. They look like they are still alive and not rotting corpse zombies. Maybe the zombie virus hasn't taken hold of them or something, but they just sit in their chairs. We're looking out the window at all the other zombies and people trying to get away from them.
All of sudden, the dream changes and I'm on a TV show a la Dancing with the Stars and my partner is my coworker David, and if you get voted off, you get kicked out of the room and exposed to the zombies. The only way we managed to escape elimination is that I remembered the waltzing dance lesson from my cousin's wedding. After the dance off, people decide it's a good idea to go outside. And the courtyard outside of the room has turned into an ice rink. So everyone starts skating and doing jumps and spins, and of course, the zombies come to attack them. And they are trying to get away, and I'm in the room thinking "What did you think would happen if you started to skate on the courtyard ice rink with zombies all over the place?".
So my mom runs outside and comes back driving a huge station wagon and my entire family piles in and we drive away to safety. Seems like my mom did pretty well in my dream. These zombie dreams really need to stop.
Also the other night, I dreamed that Ryan Gosling's character in Drive was trying to kill the hubster. He had shot him and cut him up with a knife and he still would not die. Later on in the dream, I died though. Maybe I need to stop doing whatever I'm doing before going to bed to stop these incredibly morbid and odd dreams. Why can't I dream of rainbows, lollipops, and rainbows or if I won the lottery or something fun like that?
This zombie dream takes place in a post apocalyptic zombie world similar to the TV show, The Walking Dead. Anyway, it's winter and me and my family (like entire family including aunt, uncles, cousins) are wondering around a giant mental (?) facility dodging zombies. Somehow my mom finds a large room where there are zombies, but they are not attacking. They look like they are still alive and not rotting corpse zombies. Maybe the zombie virus hasn't taken hold of them or something, but they just sit in their chairs. We're looking out the window at all the other zombies and people trying to get away from them.
All of sudden, the dream changes and I'm on a TV show a la Dancing with the Stars and my partner is my coworker David, and if you get voted off, you get kicked out of the room and exposed to the zombies. The only way we managed to escape elimination is that I remembered the waltzing dance lesson from my cousin's wedding. After the dance off, people decide it's a good idea to go outside. And the courtyard outside of the room has turned into an ice rink. So everyone starts skating and doing jumps and spins, and of course, the zombies come to attack them. And they are trying to get away, and I'm in the room thinking "What did you think would happen if you started to skate on the courtyard ice rink with zombies all over the place?".
So my mom runs outside and comes back driving a huge station wagon and my entire family piles in and we drive away to safety. Seems like my mom did pretty well in my dream. These zombie dreams really need to stop.
Also the other night, I dreamed that Ryan Gosling's character in Drive was trying to kill the hubster. He had shot him and cut him up with a knife and he still would not die. Later on in the dream, I died though. Maybe I need to stop doing whatever I'm doing before going to bed to stop these incredibly morbid and odd dreams. Why can't I dream of rainbows, lollipops, and rainbows or if I won the lottery or something fun like that?
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Standards of Cleanliness
I think I'm a dirty person, not in the hygiene sense, but in the house sense. My house is, in my mind, cluttered. There's always stuff on the counters and tables, layers of dust somewhere. It's not as clean as I'd like, but it's not nearly as dirty as some homes I've seen. Yes, I would be embarrassed if someone walked into my home right now.
Anyway, I've made apple butter on several occasions and have given several jars away to coworkers and family. Some of these have been nice enough to bring me back my mason jars. It gets expensive to keep handing them out and not getting them back. But every single jar has not been cleaned that well. They still smell of cinnamon and apple, and I've used them before checking. Ewww *gag* I should know better. I guess I am a little bit more thorough when I wash my dishes.
Is my standard too high or are others too low?
Anyway, I've made apple butter on several occasions and have given several jars away to coworkers and family. Some of these have been nice enough to bring me back my mason jars. It gets expensive to keep handing them out and not getting them back. But every single jar has not been cleaned that well. They still smell of cinnamon and apple, and I've used them before checking. Ewww *gag* I should know better. I guess I am a little bit more thorough when I wash my dishes.
Is my standard too high or are others too low?
Monday, November 21, 2011
Thanksgiving Dinner #2
Number 2 you say?!?!
I had Thanksgiving dinner #1 while in San Diego visiting with family. It was delicious. We had an impromptu Thanksgiving meal this weekend because we had the step son and we'll be out of town next weekend. So I cooked up a turkey breast and all the fixings. It was also delicious. I love Thanksgiving type foods. It's all so comforting.
However, the little punk called my turkey dry. Give me a break. It was not dry. It was actually the best turkey I have made and is leaps and bounds better than some I've had, but won't mention.
Sometimes I want to throttle my stepson. He gives, in my mind, back handed compliments. For example, "Actually, this is pretty good.". Actually?!?! So you were expecting the shit you eat at your own house? Ugh, I give up. The hubster can take him out to McDonalds for all his meals at my house. I'm done.
Anyway, Thanksgiving dinner #3 will be in PA with my aunts/uncles/cousins. It should be pretty tasty and lots of food. My waist band can hardly wait.
I had Thanksgiving dinner #1 while in San Diego visiting with family. It was delicious. We had an impromptu Thanksgiving meal this weekend because we had the step son and we'll be out of town next weekend. So I cooked up a turkey breast and all the fixings. It was also delicious. I love Thanksgiving type foods. It's all so comforting.
However, the little punk called my turkey dry. Give me a break. It was not dry. It was actually the best turkey I have made and is leaps and bounds better than some I've had, but won't mention.
Sometimes I want to throttle my stepson. He gives, in my mind, back handed compliments. For example, "Actually, this is pretty good.". Actually?!?! So you were expecting the shit you eat at your own house? Ugh, I give up. The hubster can take him out to McDonalds for all his meals at my house. I'm done.
Anyway, Thanksgiving dinner #3 will be in PA with my aunts/uncles/cousins. It should be pretty tasty and lots of food. My waist band can hardly wait.
Sunday, November 20, 2011
What a joke!
Breaking Dawn Part 1! Spoiler Alert!
It did start out perfectly. Right before the movie started, the hubster asked me, "I wonder how long it will be before Taylor Lautner takes off his shirt." And lo and behold, within the first 3 seconds of the movie, BOOM, off with his shirt. We were hysterical. Great way to start off a movie.
It just got more and more ridiculous as the movie went on. We were laughing the entire way through. It also didn't hurt that to the hubster's left was a couple that probably bathed in perfume/cologne from Abercrombie and Fitch and the woman on my right obviously had not read the book because of her very vocal commentary. I also believe she was eating hot wings because all I could smell was buffalo sauce coming from her direction.
I especially liked when the "baby" is born and everyone just stops to coo over it while poor Bella is still bleeding out. I swear the scene last a few minutes and she's just lying there on the table. After she opened her eyes after her transformation and the movie ended, I just felt so cheated. I totally could have skipped this movie because all the good stuff happens in the second half of the book.
I really felt bad that I had the hubster use one of his "gold" AMC tickets to watch this garbage. Don't get me started on the Snow White trailer either.
It did start out perfectly. Right before the movie started, the hubster asked me, "I wonder how long it will be before Taylor Lautner takes off his shirt." And lo and behold, within the first 3 seconds of the movie, BOOM, off with his shirt. We were hysterical. Great way to start off a movie.
It just got more and more ridiculous as the movie went on. We were laughing the entire way through. It also didn't hurt that to the hubster's left was a couple that probably bathed in perfume/cologne from Abercrombie and Fitch and the woman on my right obviously had not read the book because of her very vocal commentary. I also believe she was eating hot wings because all I could smell was buffalo sauce coming from her direction.
I especially liked when the "baby" is born and everyone just stops to coo over it while poor Bella is still bleeding out. I swear the scene last a few minutes and she's just lying there on the table. After she opened her eyes after her transformation and the movie ended, I just felt so cheated. I totally could have skipped this movie because all the good stuff happens in the second half of the book.
I really felt bad that I had the hubster use one of his "gold" AMC tickets to watch this garbage. Don't get me started on the Snow White trailer either.
Saturday, November 19, 2011
Youth clinic!
It was a huge success. We had around 30 girls and I think they had a good time and learned a lot. Surprisingly, I think I got along well with the kids. Here's a picture from the end of the clinic.
Can't wait for the next one!
Can't wait for the next one!
Friday, November 18, 2011
Kids?!? No way, Jose!
I just stumbled upon this site. It's called HelloBee and is run by the same person who started WeddingBee which is the site I used to help plan and create my wedding. I love reading blogs, so it was great that I found another blog to read during my down time. BIG MISTAKE!
Just like when my old high school friend had her first kid, I learned about a whole new world of baby stuff - blow outs, teething giraffes, and all sorts of things. I started to read this blog today and have only gotten through a few weeks of posts, but I'm afraid to have kids now. I've been reading about breastfeeding and it sounds terrible! I've read some birth stories and that also sounds terrible. I'm a wuss and I don't want that area to be in pain or whatever.
But breast feeding sounds terrible - clogged ducts, latching, sore nipples. Ouch! No thank you. If and when I have kids, I know I'll want to breastfeed because it's so practical and I'm mostly practical if anything. It'll save money and it's better for the baby, right?
Ow, my boobies and nether regions hurt just thinking about it. =(
Sorry Mom, maybe kids won't be coming within the next year or two.
Just like when my old high school friend had her first kid, I learned about a whole new world of baby stuff - blow outs, teething giraffes, and all sorts of things. I started to read this blog today and have only gotten through a few weeks of posts, but I'm afraid to have kids now. I've been reading about breastfeeding and it sounds terrible! I've read some birth stories and that also sounds terrible. I'm a wuss and I don't want that area to be in pain or whatever.
But breast feeding sounds terrible - clogged ducts, latching, sore nipples. Ouch! No thank you. If and when I have kids, I know I'll want to breastfeed because it's so practical and I'm mostly practical if anything. It'll save money and it's better for the baby, right?
Ow, my boobies and nether regions hurt just thinking about it. =(
Sorry Mom, maybe kids won't be coming within the next year or two.
Am I That Picky?
I need a new notebook at work. My current one is finally filling up. I went into the supply closet and was rudely awoken by the fact that we have no college ruled notebooks at work. WTF? I haven't used a wide rule notebook since I was in 5th grade. I guess I could ask Purchasing to buy some college ruled ones, but I don't really want to.
Most likely I will bitch and moan about it at work to anyone who will listen and maybe someone will find or buy me a suitable notebook. I doubt it.
I'll suffer away with my wide ruled notebook. Sheesh.
Most likely I will bitch and moan about it at work to anyone who will listen and maybe someone will find or buy me a suitable notebook. I doubt it.
I'll suffer away with my wide ruled notebook. Sheesh.
My Masterpiece
Progress and final product of my Movember Best in Show Award.
The best in show ribbon that Mr Potato Head will hold
Mr Potato Head with his THREE mustaches and ribbon in hand
Blinged out mustaches and new pennant
The finished product with blinged out ribbon, pimp hat, and glass etched base
Close up of the base - glass etched with use of painter's tape and letter stickers
Glass etched mustaches on the side of the base
Close up of Mr Potato Head
I think it's missing something, but I can't quite put my finger on it. I'm quite proud of it and I hope that whoever wins it takes good care of it, because it needs to last for a while. I definitely think I put too much time into an award for a silly mustache growing contest. I like it so much, I want to keep it for myself.
It's the most wonderful time of the year
I usually adhere to a strict no Christmas decorations until after Thanksgiving rule, but not this year. Since we will be out of town for Thanksgiving and we will have the step son this weekend, I'm going to put up the tree a week early. This way we can take some family pictures for the Holiday cards that we send out. Last year, the step son was omitted because things were rocky with the parents and I wasn't able to get my hands on a picture of him in a Santa hat. You can see last year's Christmas card here.
I still don't know what kind of pictures I want to use, but I'll just take a bunch and wing it.
I still don't know what kind of pictures I want to use, but I'll just take a bunch and wing it.
*shakes fist*
Damn you Nordstrom for getting my hopes up. Guess what I woke up to this morning?
An email from Nordstrom that my order for my Tory Burch clutch has been cancelled. Boo! Hiss!
Maybe the universe is trying to tell me something. Perhaps I'm not meant to have this bag. It's so darn cute and I "need" a classic universal clutch. The fact that it could be a cross body bag was just a bonus. *sigh*
An email from Nordstrom that my order for my Tory Burch clutch has been cancelled. Boo! Hiss!
Maybe the universe is trying to tell me something. Perhaps I'm not meant to have this bag. It's so darn cute and I "need" a classic universal clutch. The fact that it could be a cross body bag was just a bonus. *sigh*
Thursday, November 17, 2011
Poor Doggie
I've noticed that my neighbor leaves their dog outside for an extended period of time. I saw this poor dog outside last night. I hope they realize it's getting colder outside and they can't leave the dog out there for as long as they did in the summer.
Initially, the hubster said that it might be because they were cleaning, but I think it's because they had a second child. That poor dog.
Initially, the hubster said that it might be because they were cleaning, but I think it's because they had a second child. That poor dog.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Tagg Update
So we've had the Tagg, pet tracker for about 2 weeks. At first, we were pretty disappointed in the tracker, but it probably was because we weren't using it correctly. How could we not use it correctly? You turn it on and attach it to your dog, right? Wrong! First off, we should have read the instructions a bit more carefully. Our first complaint was that the Tagg's battery drained pretty quickly. It only lasted a week when it was advertised for one month. What the hell was going on? I mean if we had to charge it every week, the chances of Red running away without it on or fully charged were much higher. Turns out you need to have the docking station on all the time. This allows the Tagg to charge and to use less battery. The farther away it is from the docking station the more battery it uses.
Second, we were not aware that when the Tagg leaves the home zone, it does not automatically alert is. Understandable since it would drain the battery a lot faster. The few times that we tested it, we hadn't kept the Tagg out of the home zone for long enough. So tonight when we went out for dinner we tested it yet again. It worked and definitely in a timely fashion. We're so relieved that it does work and it definitely earned some more points in the "keep" category. Just in time for the yearly trek to Pennsylvania for Thanksgiving!
Second, we were not aware that when the Tagg leaves the home zone, it does not automatically alert is. Understandable since it would drain the battery a lot faster. The few times that we tested it, we hadn't kept the Tagg out of the home zone for long enough. So tonight when we went out for dinner we tested it yet again. It worked and definitely in a timely fashion. We're so relieved that it does work and it definitely earned some more points in the "keep" category. Just in time for the yearly trek to Pennsylvania for Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
Dog picture of the day
Sad Rocky.
My mom's dog was watching us while eating hot pot last night. He saying "Mommy, let me in. I want some too please. "
Monday, November 14, 2011
Coco or Tory?
I bought this
This weekend. Tory Burch Amanda. Love it. It's a cross body bag that can be turned into a clutch. It's a potential Christmas present for myself. I guess potential is moot since I bought it, but I could always return it.
BUT...
I also got this
From my mom and brother (that's him in the red sweater and jeans from when he was a cute little kid under the glass on the desk). It's a much larger purse, but it's classic Chanel.
I feel like I should return the Tory and save my money for something else. Decisions, decisions...
This weekend. Tory Burch Amanda. Love it. It's a cross body bag that can be turned into a clutch. It's a potential Christmas present for myself. I guess potential is moot since I bought it, but I could always return it.
BUT...
I also got this
From my mom and brother (that's him in the red sweater and jeans from when he was a cute little kid under the glass on the desk). It's a much larger purse, but it's classic Chanel.
I feel like I should return the Tory and save my money for something else. Decisions, decisions...
I think I've been duped
So last night I decided to opt in and pay $10 for the early bird check in with southwest in hopes of getting an exit row seat with extra leg room because I was unsure of how my legs would feel. *that seems like a run on sentence*
Well, I just printed my boarding pass and it's A40. Hmmm, doesn't seem like I got an early number. Maybe because it's a nonstop flight to Columbus, it's full and lots of people opted in for that option. I don't think I'll pay for it again. I mean I can get an A number by checking in myself. A40 will get me aisle or window and so will A60.
Well, I just printed my boarding pass and it's A40. Hmmm, doesn't seem like I got an early number. Maybe because it's a nonstop flight to Columbus, it's full and lots of people opted in for that option. I don't think I'll pay for it again. I mean I can get an A number by checking in myself. A40 will get me aisle or window and so will A60.
Knee update
I've come to the conclusion after one day that I think there might be something seriously wrong with my knees. Usually any knee pain disappears by the next morning. Well, it seemed ok this morning after I got moving and stretched a bit, but after three hours of running errands with mom with minimal walking. My knees are swollen and hurt like a mofo. Perhaps a call to the doctor is in order when I get home.
I love my mom
We're getting ready to go out for lunch today.
Me: are you going to change?
Mom: what? Why?
Me: your pants
Mom: what's wrong with the pants? They cost $30.
Me: ok mommy
I like how the more expensive something is the more suitable it is for going out in. For the record, they were athletic stretchy yoga pants. Definitely not something I pictures my mom wearing out to run errands. More power to her!
Me: are you going to change?
Mom: what? Why?
Me: your pants
Mom: what's wrong with the pants? They cost $30.
Me: ok mommy
I like how the more expensive something is the more suitable it is for going out in. For the record, they were athletic stretchy yoga pants. Definitely not something I pictures my mom wearing out to run errands. More power to her!
November 13, 2011: A Day that will Live in Infamy
The post title may be a little dramatic, but the day sucks and it's been 24 hours since the race and I'm still stewing and reliving the race.
All looks good and dandy here in these pictures, but it's all a lie.
Pre race
Pre race with mom
At the finish line
The day after
I failed miserably, completely, and horribly. All that "training" I did only to become undone less than one hour into the race. After the first three miles, I knew something was wrong. My knees felt swollen and not right at all. I've had knee pain during my training at the 8 or 9 mile mark, but nothing like this. By mile 5, I knew I wasn't going to last much longer with this pain. And by mile 6, I started walking. :(
I was so mad at myself. Wtf happened? I've been reliving the entire race all day yesterday, last night when I couldn't sleep and even now. Could it have been the Tylenol I took to PREVENT knee pain? Maybe. I'd read some storied about swollen legs.
Who knows? Just not my race. I ended up walking the rest of the way. My knee pain in both legs got so bad that I could barely hobble over the finish line. But I finished that's the important part right? I don't know. Doesn't feel so good either way. I don't even want to say my time, but you could look it up if you really wanted to.
I was hesitant to write this because who wants to announce their failures on the interwebs, but I feel that if I don't let it out I'm not going to get past it. It sucked and I feel like shit. A huge disappointment.
But I'll have my redemption. My little brother has graciously agreed to come out to Ohio to run another half with me in April and this time well kick ass like we should have.
Lessons learned:
Tylenol is the devil
My little brother is a great support
All looks good and dandy here in these pictures, but it's all a lie.
Pre race
Pre race with mom
At the finish line
The day after
I failed miserably, completely, and horribly. All that "training" I did only to become undone less than one hour into the race. After the first three miles, I knew something was wrong. My knees felt swollen and not right at all. I've had knee pain during my training at the 8 or 9 mile mark, but nothing like this. By mile 5, I knew I wasn't going to last much longer with this pain. And by mile 6, I started walking. :(
I was so mad at myself. Wtf happened? I've been reliving the entire race all day yesterday, last night when I couldn't sleep and even now. Could it have been the Tylenol I took to PREVENT knee pain? Maybe. I'd read some storied about swollen legs.
Who knows? Just not my race. I ended up walking the rest of the way. My knee pain in both legs got so bad that I could barely hobble over the finish line. But I finished that's the important part right? I don't know. Doesn't feel so good either way. I don't even want to say my time, but you could look it up if you really wanted to.
I was hesitant to write this because who wants to announce their failures on the interwebs, but I feel that if I don't let it out I'm not going to get past it. It sucked and I feel like shit. A huge disappointment.
But I'll have my redemption. My little brother has graciously agreed to come out to Ohio to run another half with me in April and this time well kick ass like we should have.
Lessons learned:
Tylenol is the devil
My little brother is a great support
Friday, November 11, 2011
Pizza Pizza!
Today we had a pizza blind taste test competition at work. The options were Christies, Donatos, Pizza Hut, and Domino's.
I couldn't tell the difference between pizzas like some of my coworkers could. In fact, they all tasted alike. I kinda just arbitrarily scored them, but even my random scores were in contrast to my 4 others tasters.
Donato's came in first, followed by Christies, Pizza Hut, and Domino's. So hubster, we aren't going to be trying the "new" Domino's pizza any time soon. I'll just stick with Costco pizza.
I couldn't tell the difference between pizzas like some of my coworkers could. In fact, they all tasted alike. I kinda just arbitrarily scored them, but even my random scores were in contrast to my 4 others tasters.
Donato's came in first, followed by Christies, Pizza Hut, and Domino's. So hubster, we aren't going to be trying the "new" Domino's pizza any time soon. I'll just stick with Costco pizza.
Does this make me a bad person?
To take a minuscule amount of joy that someone you don't like seems to have put on weight and are currently attempting to diet and lose weight?
I think it does. Add that to the list of things I'm going to hell for.
I think it does. Add that to the list of things I'm going to hell for.
T-minus 5 hours
and I'll be on a plane bound for San Diego!
So excited for both the race and going home and the food, of course. I'm ready to go!
So excited for both the race and going home and the food, of course. I'm ready to go!
Thursday, November 10, 2011
One of those days
I feel completely useless at work today. I'm sitting here trying to figure out something that I already know, but I can't for the life of me. I'm getting so frustrated.
I also realized that I forgot to pack my duck sauce for my lunch today. It's not that big of a deal, but I was scrounging for lunch components this morning and was quite pleased with myself for coming up with what I did and part of my lunch are egg rolls that my aunt made me. I usually eat them plain, but I bought some new duck sauce to try with them and I really wanted to try it today because I realized that after I eat the two I brought today, I will only have one left. =( Sad panda...
But it's ok because I'm heading back for Thanksgiving and will restock then!
I also realized that I forgot to pack my duck sauce for my lunch today. It's not that big of a deal, but I was scrounging for lunch components this morning and was quite pleased with myself for coming up with what I did and part of my lunch are egg rolls that my aunt made me. I usually eat them plain, but I bought some new duck sauce to try with them and I really wanted to try it today because I realized that after I eat the two I brought today, I will only have one left. =( Sad panda...
But it's ok because I'm heading back for Thanksgiving and will restock then!
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Burgers, burgers, burgers!
Brazenhead $3(.50) burgers tonight with the lovely ladies of Cap City Lax. I almost forgot it was tonight. I'll have burgers and beer on the brain until 8:00 pm tonight!
Yum!
Yum!
I am so not ready for a baby
The hubster and I have been having the baby conversation on and off for about two months. I thought we had come to a decision, but yesterday changed everything. I had my annual women's visit this week and I even went so far as ask my doctor what I would need to prepare (i.e. going off birth control, whether I will even be able to get a period again) First off, I guess I am still totally immature at almost 29 and probably not emotionally ready for a baby. Case in point: we were watching TV last night (one of the hubster's shows) and they are showing a youtube clip of pregnant women dancing with their bellies exposed.
It was not pretty. I think pregnant women look cute when fully covered, but then again, I think all people look better dressed than undressed. So seeing all these exposed bellies, I'm yelling at the hubster, "OMG, look at their stomachs. They're gross. It looks like they have a giant rock under their skin". Yeah, real mature. It wiped any idea of a baby out of my mind. I'm telling the hubster, "I don't want to look like that. You're going to have to find a different way to have a baby."
I think adopting a China baby might be our best bet. I think we could get away with passing it off as our own. Even though my friend Debbie was asked if her baby was her own. Debbie and her husband are both Asian, but they do live in South Carolina ...
It was not pretty. I think pregnant women look cute when fully covered, but then again, I think all people look better dressed than undressed. So seeing all these exposed bellies, I'm yelling at the hubster, "OMG, look at their stomachs. They're gross. It looks like they have a giant rock under their skin". Yeah, real mature. It wiped any idea of a baby out of my mind. I'm telling the hubster, "I don't want to look like that. You're going to have to find a different way to have a baby."
I think adopting a China baby might be our best bet. I think we could get away with passing it off as our own. Even though my friend Debbie was asked if her baby was her own. Debbie and her husband are both Asian, but they do live in South Carolina ...
Thanksgiving is coming early this year!
So I head back to San Diego this weekend for my race and guess what?!?!
My little brother texted me last night to ask if I wanted turkey and hot pot when I was home. I was like hell yeah, I want turkey and hot pot! Woohoo. I'm so excited. I also think it's funny that my mom called right after and we had to discuss what night we are eating what.
I guess that is a good idea. I don't want to run the half marathon with Thanksgiving dinner still sitting in my stomach. Yay for good food at home. Boo for gaining more weight.
My little brother texted me last night to ask if I wanted turkey and hot pot when I was home. I was like hell yeah, I want turkey and hot pot! Woohoo. I'm so excited. I also think it's funny that my mom called right after and we had to discuss what night we are eating what.
I guess that is a good idea. I don't want to run the half marathon with Thanksgiving dinner still sitting in my stomach. Yay for good food at home. Boo for gaining more weight.
Monday, November 7, 2011
Clean Car
I washed my car on Sunday, the first time for a while. Oh, it's so pretty right nowt. It makes me smile. My brakes are super soft, so the wheel rims get covered in black dust so quickly. It makes the car look ugly. It's a good thing it is black because it hides dirt pretty well. I did such a good job that there are no water spots and the wheels are nice and shiny, just like the brand new one that I bought replace the cracked one.
I should really make car washing a regular thing because it does make me smile.
I should really make car washing a regular thing because it does make me smile.
Brains...
I've been having bad dreams about the zombie apocalypse lately. It's usually right after I watch the Walking Dead with the hubster. Zombies never used to bother me, but now they do. I was ok for the first season, but there's something that's different this time around. Maybe because these zombies are a little quicker paced than your usual zombie. At least, I could outrun those. I go through the show hiding under the covers with my ears covered when a particular tense, zombie filled scene pops up and the hubster gives me a play by play of what's going on. I can't tell if he's really enjoying the show or laughing at his scaredy cat wife because he's always smiling when I'm under the covers.
Last night's zombie dream woke me up and kept me up for a few minutes and required me to wake up the hubster. A little embarassing, yes, but that's what he's there for. I also worry that if a zombie apocalypse were you happen that we'd have to get rid of the dogs because their barking would surely alert the zombies to our presence, and I can't keep running away from zombies because of the dogs. Maybe their instincts will kick in and they will be quiet. I doubt it because Egg Roll barks at the hubster every night when he comes in for bed. She's so lazy that she barks from under the covers. *sigh* Our dogs will be the death of us once the zombies come.
Last night's zombie dream woke me up and kept me up for a few minutes and required me to wake up the hubster. A little embarassing, yes, but that's what he's there for. I also worry that if a zombie apocalypse were you happen that we'd have to get rid of the dogs because their barking would surely alert the zombies to our presence, and I can't keep running away from zombies because of the dogs. Maybe their instincts will kick in and they will be quiet. I doubt it because Egg Roll barks at the hubster every night when he comes in for bed. She's so lazy that she barks from under the covers. *sigh* Our dogs will be the death of us once the zombies come.
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Screwed
Went on my last long run before the half marathon and I messed up my knee. Nine miles in and I couldn't take another step more. *sigh*
I hope a week of rest will let me run the race.
I hope a week of rest will let me run the race.
Wow
I just saw Shannon Dougherty peddling education connection. That's a new low and must be depressing for her.
Infuriated
I hate how a few assholes can turn something good and fun and charitable into a joke and something dirty. I feel so violated.
I'm tempted to give up, but I shouldn't let a few jerks ruin it for everyone.
I'm tempted to give up, but I shouldn't let a few jerks ruin it for everyone.
Friday, November 4, 2011
Movember for Women
In addition to the traditional Movember activity of growing a mustache, I had extended the activities to the women of my work. Here is what I came up with:
1.
Create your own
mustache
a.
A 5th
category will be added – Faux-stache
b.
Faux-stache must be
adhered to your face and withstand judging – No lame mustaches on a stick
c.
Faux-staches that
fall off will be disqualified
2.
Team Mustache
a.
Partner up with a
participant and do a themed group mustache (i.e. Mario and Princess Peach, Ned
and Maude Flanders)
b.
Hopefully, your
partner will want to share the winnings.
3.
Mustache Sponsorship
a.
Pick a ‘stache and
person attached to said ‘stache
b.
Provide support and
inspiration
c.
If said ‘stache wins
any category, receive a side prize
Now to decide what I want to participate in.
Movember
November is national awareness month for men's health specifically prostate cancer and other cancer that affects men.
Well after the great success of the scavenger hunt from yesterday, I am now spearheading the effort for the first annual Goodrich Movember Mustache growing contest! It's going to be a lot of fun for all, not just the men, but for the women too. I'm still trying to figure out a fun way to get the women involved. For a $10 entry fee which will be donated to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, anyone can enter and try to grow a 'stache for some great prizes.
For a little inspiration, I posted this picture up in our break room today:
Well after the great success of the scavenger hunt from yesterday, I am now spearheading the effort for the first annual Goodrich Movember Mustache growing contest! It's going to be a lot of fun for all, not just the men, but for the women too. I'm still trying to figure out a fun way to get the women involved. For a $10 entry fee which will be donated to the Prostate Cancer Foundation, anyone can enter and try to grow a 'stache for some great prizes.
For a little inspiration, I posted this picture up in our break room today:
Second place is the first loser
We had a scavenger hunt at work yesterday. The systems team (my group) was paired up with someone from the mechanical group for a team building scavenger hunt. It was quite the enjoyable activity. Clues took us all around the Heath/Newark area. We were required to take pictures of the answers to the clues and those made for some hilarious photos.
My partner and I managed to finish in second place. Our prize was one day of valet parking at work. I'm questioning whether I want my boss to drive my car. It's a nice enough prize and could be a lot of fun if you think about it.
"Oh hey, I want to go out to lunch today, I'll need my car"
"I forgot to go the bank, I need my car again"
"I need to pick up a prescription"
I could choose to work an extra long day.
It was a lot of fun and it was perfect timing since I wasn't have the best day yesterday.
My partner and I managed to finish in second place. Our prize was one day of valet parking at work. I'm questioning whether I want my boss to drive my car. It's a nice enough prize and could be a lot of fun if you think about it.
"Oh hey, I want to go out to lunch today, I'll need my car"
"I forgot to go the bank, I need my car again"
"I need to pick up a prescription"
I could choose to work an extra long day.
It was a lot of fun and it was perfect timing since I wasn't have the best day yesterday.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
I hate golf
for now.
I went golfing yesterday with some co-workers and played terribly. I hate not being moderately good at things. I have a personal mantra of "I don't do anything unless I'm good at it." And it's worked well for me so far. I'm not afraid to try new things, but there is no fun or joy in new hobbies or activities if I'm not decent at them. So far I've fooled myself into thinking that I don't suck at golf, but that I'm still learning. After 6 lessons and at least 8 rounds of golf (9 holes each), I think it's a lost cause.
I thought I played decently well when I was out in New Jersey and that might have been my turning point. Yesterday proved that wrong. I was terrible! I've decided that I need to hit the driving range some more and if I don't start consistently hitting the ball there, I'm going to give up golf.
I know exactly what I'm doing wrong (and it's a lot). I just don't know how to consistently not do it. Keep my head down, don't flip my wrist, etc. My pitching sucks, my putting has gone down hill, and I don't have any power behind any of my swings. It really is annoying that I hit my irons just as far as my drivers. There are a few good hits every so often, but I attribute those moments of grace for statistical probabilities rather than skill.
*sigh*
I hope it doesn't get too cold soon. I really want to put my driving range plan into action and decide whether to continue with golf before next year.
I went golfing yesterday with some co-workers and played terribly. I hate not being moderately good at things. I have a personal mantra of "I don't do anything unless I'm good at it." And it's worked well for me so far. I'm not afraid to try new things, but there is no fun or joy in new hobbies or activities if I'm not decent at them. So far I've fooled myself into thinking that I don't suck at golf, but that I'm still learning. After 6 lessons and at least 8 rounds of golf (9 holes each), I think it's a lost cause.
I thought I played decently well when I was out in New Jersey and that might have been my turning point. Yesterday proved that wrong. I was terrible! I've decided that I need to hit the driving range some more and if I don't start consistently hitting the ball there, I'm going to give up golf.
I know exactly what I'm doing wrong (and it's a lot). I just don't know how to consistently not do it. Keep my head down, don't flip my wrist, etc. My pitching sucks, my putting has gone down hill, and I don't have any power behind any of my swings. It really is annoying that I hit my irons just as far as my drivers. There are a few good hits every so often, but I attribute those moments of grace for statistical probabilities rather than skill.
*sigh*
I hope it doesn't get too cold soon. I really want to put my driving range plan into action and decide whether to continue with golf before next year.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Tagg, you're it!
Look what came in the mail today! It's Red's gps tracker. The hubster was so kind to open the package and start charging it up right away. Heaven took these pictures knowing that I would want to blog about it.
I had a Cap City Lax meeting tonight so I didn't get home to activate it until 9ish. It was a pretty easy process and it is now securely placed on Red's collar.
Not sure how she feels about it, but I think the hubster and I can have a little peace of mind in case she decides to run away again.
I haven't tested out the notifications or Tagg zone yet, but I'll report back when I do. My only complaint is that the website states an iPhone app is available, but I can't find it on iTunes. The android one is there in the marketplace. I'll be upset if there isn't one. For the same amount of money, I could buy a Garmin tracker and not pay a monthly service fee and a free app!
How could I have forgotten?
To dress my dogs up in their Halloween costumes?!?!
I blame the hubster. He had his second sleep study last night, so I was by myself. Ever since the hubster's car was broken into, I don't like being alone in the house at night. Hell, last week, his friend stopped by to drop something off and I didn't answer the door. I rarely answer the door when I'm not expecting someone.
So last night, I got home from the gym, took a shower, ate dinner, and plopped in front of the TV. I didn't want to watch in the living room so to keep up the appearance that no one was home. It was also Halloween last night and I didn't want to give out candy. Anyway, the plan was to watch TV and then walk the dogs at 10 pm. Basically, it was to stay in the bedroom which is what I did, and in the process, I forgot to dress up the dogs in their costumes because that would require walking out to the living room, finding their costumes, and dressing them up. Also after they were dressed up, I'd have to take pictures and this all would happen in the living room.... where I didn't want to be.
Maybe I'll do it tonight. I don't need a reason like Halloween to dress my little fur kids up!
I blame the hubster. He had his second sleep study last night, so I was by myself. Ever since the hubster's car was broken into, I don't like being alone in the house at night. Hell, last week, his friend stopped by to drop something off and I didn't answer the door. I rarely answer the door when I'm not expecting someone.
So last night, I got home from the gym, took a shower, ate dinner, and plopped in front of the TV. I didn't want to watch in the living room so to keep up the appearance that no one was home. It was also Halloween last night and I didn't want to give out candy. Anyway, the plan was to watch TV and then walk the dogs at 10 pm. Basically, it was to stay in the bedroom which is what I did, and in the process, I forgot to dress up the dogs in their costumes because that would require walking out to the living room, finding their costumes, and dressing them up. Also after they were dressed up, I'd have to take pictures and this all would happen in the living room.... where I didn't want to be.
Maybe I'll do it tonight. I don't need a reason like Halloween to dress my little fur kids up!
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