5:15am Bob will be picking me up for our trip to Boston. I am thankful that Bob is joining me on this trip. We should have fun, when we aren't working. Promised my bosses I would have a Guiness for them, and I hope to see Harvard. Although, my favorite part is watching the shows' final stages in coming together, then watching all the attendees come rolling in. It's exciting. At least it was when I was on the show organizer side of the roll. I loved the conversations with the speakers, board members, and the midshipmen that would skip classes for a day to help out where needed. Being used to the homeland security events, it is odd to be going to a variety of shows. The one taking place in Boston is a management show. There will be the suits, but I don't believe I will be seeing the uniforms. Although I will be seeing uniforms when I work with my old co-workers in a show I assisted in the organization or the whole event! This I can't wait for!
Coming home from a show, you are on a high. Your mind is filled with so many stories that will live in your forever. Due to complete lack of sleep, it is interesting to see what things you will do. My old co-worker and I learned not to stop and grab a beer when you have an hour to wait for a plane. We both had basketballs (small ones) that we were bringing home from an event. We bounced them all around NYC, bounced them through security, bounced them to the restaurant. Drank a beer, just one - then heard the final boarding call for our plane. Bounced the balls to the bathroom (we figured we had time) then ran to our plane. Bounced the balls on the plane saying "man it's hot in here" then noticed that everyone was looking at us, and they weren't happy. We stopped the bouncing - found our seats - died of laughter. We were those annoying people!! You think we would have learned from this. NOPE. It happens every show, the more of our company that is with us, the harder we all laugh. Lack of sleep is a dangerous thing!
Now is my time to go to bed, so tomorrow I can take another trip and make some great memories. Have a wonderful week all! And have a great Easter if I don't talk to you.
Saturday, March 31, 2007
Friday, March 30, 2007
Food for Thought
Speaking of food - i could go for a bagel.
Anywho, I am tired of all the laziness around us everyday. And it is the small things I am noticing. Take for instance, yesterday, I stopped at the supermarket on my way home from work. While walking in I noticed about ten shopping carts that people didn't take the two extra minutes to push them to the cart return. This is irritating to me, probably because I worked places were we all had to help push carts on busy days. Now don't get me wrong, I loved pushing carts - it is actually quite fun. But please people, take the two minutes to push the cart to the cart return.
We are so spoiled these days. We don't take the time to care about the small things. We need to start watching our actions and make some changes in our daily routines. Pick up after ourselves. Return your carts. Help someone load groceries with a smile on your face. Slow down, be patient in life. Open your eyes, and see what life has to offer.
On a side note, I am thinking about volunteer work. In DC I volunteered at Habitat for Humanity. This time I am thinking about volunteering at an elderly home. So today, my goal is to start looking into this. That way, when I get back next week I can start making calls - see if anyone is looking for a volunteer. That may not be a great way to meet people, but volunteering isn't about me...it is about helping others. I encourage everyone to do a little volunteer work - it is worth every second just to see the smiles on peoples faces.
Well I am off to pretend I am working today. It's Friday. All I have to do today is make sure I have everything I need for Boston. Oh! I am hoping Bob will want to go to Harvard. The convention center is 7.69 miles away and I am dying to see the campus!! Bob is good to me, if we have the time, i am almost positive he will say okay, especially since it would keep me smiling the whole trip. How amazing would it be to have dinner on campus, get a book, and people watch?!
Oh, one more thing. I work next to the Scottsdale Airport...which is great. The building behind us has a hanger with the neatest plane in it. I will have to bring my camera to work and take a picture. It reminded me of a plane my grandfather used to fly. Too neat. Oh, then there is an ICI store (Glidden paint) - takes me back to the good ol' CP days!!!
All right - back to work.
Anywho, I am tired of all the laziness around us everyday. And it is the small things I am noticing. Take for instance, yesterday, I stopped at the supermarket on my way home from work. While walking in I noticed about ten shopping carts that people didn't take the two extra minutes to push them to the cart return. This is irritating to me, probably because I worked places were we all had to help push carts on busy days. Now don't get me wrong, I loved pushing carts - it is actually quite fun. But please people, take the two minutes to push the cart to the cart return.
We are so spoiled these days. We don't take the time to care about the small things. We need to start watching our actions and make some changes in our daily routines. Pick up after ourselves. Return your carts. Help someone load groceries with a smile on your face. Slow down, be patient in life. Open your eyes, and see what life has to offer.
On a side note, I am thinking about volunteer work. In DC I volunteered at Habitat for Humanity. This time I am thinking about volunteering at an elderly home. So today, my goal is to start looking into this. That way, when I get back next week I can start making calls - see if anyone is looking for a volunteer. That may not be a great way to meet people, but volunteering isn't about me...it is about helping others. I encourage everyone to do a little volunteer work - it is worth every second just to see the smiles on peoples faces.
Well I am off to pretend I am working today. It's Friday. All I have to do today is make sure I have everything I need for Boston. Oh! I am hoping Bob will want to go to Harvard. The convention center is 7.69 miles away and I am dying to see the campus!! Bob is good to me, if we have the time, i am almost positive he will say okay, especially since it would keep me smiling the whole trip. How amazing would it be to have dinner on campus, get a book, and people watch?!
Oh, one more thing. I work next to the Scottsdale Airport...which is great. The building behind us has a hanger with the neatest plane in it. I will have to bring my camera to work and take a picture. It reminded me of a plane my grandfather used to fly. Too neat. Oh, then there is an ICI store (Glidden paint) - takes me back to the good ol' CP days!!!
All right - back to work.
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Three GREAT Things for Today:
1. Labatt's was on sale at Fry's!! Oh yea! Gotta love the Blue. :)
2. Sam, my co-worker, sent me an email with a smiley face lifting his leg, squinting his face and saying "I'm gassy today." Oh, that kept me laughing for a good couple hours. I maybe 27, but I can still act like I am 5! (I would say two, but I can make complete sentences.)
3. There is a carnival at the school across the street. Hey Kac, it's a shame you don't live here, it could have been like old times! After all, that is the night we became friends.
2. Sam, my co-worker, sent me an email with a smiley face lifting his leg, squinting his face and saying "I'm gassy today." Oh, that kept me laughing for a good couple hours. I maybe 27, but I can still act like I am 5! (I would say two, but I can make complete sentences.)
3. There is a carnival at the school across the street. Hey Kac, it's a shame you don't live here, it could have been like old times! After all, that is the night we became friends.
:(
Today I am rather home sick. I would like to see my family and friends. It as been almost two months that I have been here - and there are only so many times I can call Matty just to hear a friendly voice without his girlfriend thinking I am annoying. (Although, now he will call me to have a beer together when he works late.) Last night I went to a home group with a girl I met a Church. It was a nice night, but I was so nervous the entire night, I was sick to my stomach. Why am I so shy lately? That isn't me. I am usually the outgoing one; the one that is always encouraging people to try new things. It is overflowing into work and my position is all about your personality. GRRRR!!! I need to shake it (like a polaroid picture! haha). I need to not be a turkey anymore. I moved here to get my life back - and I need to keep on that track.
Alright - so i miss my friends. I could be worse. I need to just be me. Oh, and I have already called Matty today! I am such a dork.
back to work.
Alright - so i miss my friends. I could be worse. I need to just be me. Oh, and I have already called Matty today! I am such a dork.
back to work.
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Hola Amigos!
Hola! Como estas? This week has been CRAZY! It feels as if it should be Friday. I am beat. Today I finished prepping most of next weeks show. All I have to do is prep the servers tomorrow or Friday and I am good to go! I do have to say, it was fun shrinking a skid again. It's been a while since I have done that.
I have been working on toning my stomach since I have been hearing about my pudginess everyday at work. And let me tell you, my tummy is sore as crap! That must mean my exercises are working!! It would be nice to be a little more fit again though. Especially since I will be seeing my old co-workers next month. It will have only been three months since I have seen them, but it is always nice to look good when you see old co-workers...ya know?!
Yesterday, my business associates decided to voice there concern for me. Apparently I was too quiet at work. They thought I was too stressed. I wasn't stressed, maybe a little, but this is my first away show with T3 and I am trying to get it right. Ship everything that I need, and prep for the show I have three weeks after I return. I was just overwhelmed, no need for them to be concerned. Although, it was kind. Eric, my friend here at work, has been busy lately. I miss him. Kinda pathetic huh? But I miss my friend. Us new guys are busy and have less time to shoot the breeze together. I did drag him to pick up an order with me, just to get some friend time in. That was fun.
Alright, I am off to wait for my shipment to get picked up. Then go home and take a nap. I need it!!
I have been working on toning my stomach since I have been hearing about my pudginess everyday at work. And let me tell you, my tummy is sore as crap! That must mean my exercises are working!! It would be nice to be a little more fit again though. Especially since I will be seeing my old co-workers next month. It will have only been three months since I have seen them, but it is always nice to look good when you see old co-workers...ya know?!
Yesterday, my business associates decided to voice there concern for me. Apparently I was too quiet at work. They thought I was too stressed. I wasn't stressed, maybe a little, but this is my first away show with T3 and I am trying to get it right. Ship everything that I need, and prep for the show I have three weeks after I return. I was just overwhelmed, no need for them to be concerned. Although, it was kind. Eric, my friend here at work, has been busy lately. I miss him. Kinda pathetic huh? But I miss my friend. Us new guys are busy and have less time to shoot the breeze together. I did drag him to pick up an order with me, just to get some friend time in. That was fun.
Alright, I am off to wait for my shipment to get picked up. Then go home and take a nap. I need it!!
Monday, March 26, 2007
Last Full Weekend in March
It was the last full weekend in March, and for me, it was a great one. Friday night I laid low, watched TV and that was about that! Nothing too strenuous or exciting. Saturday I met up with Kari and the baby to do some shopping. I am not a big shopping person, but I was glad to spend some time with Kari. It isn't the same with her husband around. We can't joke about the past as much...you know how it is. At lunch her husband joined us then took the baby home. I did get my fun time in with the baby. We played superman at IKEA, and put on a dance number for people while waiting in line to purchase out goodies. And yes, I am still trying to get him to say Aunt Kelly instead of Daddy or Mommy! Kari and I shopped a bit more after lunch for their trip to Hawaii, then went our separate ways.
Saturday night I watched the movie "Saved" and I would have to say I was not impressed. A pastor friend told me it was a great movie...so I checked it out. Not so much. I am sitting here trying to think of how to describe this movie, and I can't find the words as to where to begin. The only good parts of the movie are in the girls life that is pregnant, the people that are there for her and aren't judging her. But that is it.
Sunday Kari, Kib (husband), Zane (baby) and I went to the air show at Luke Air Force base. That was phenomenal! I arrived about an hour early to walk around and take pictures of the older planes. Once the "kids" arrived, we got some food, walked through the C-5 and watched the Thunderbirds. All in all it was a great day. After the airshow, I went to Church. This time, I think I even made a friend! Her name is Kelly and she is an event planner. How odd is that? Same name and occupation. We are supposed to meet up for coffee on Wednesday! I will let you know how that goes.
Well I am off to finish up here and bounce out for the evening. I hope everyone had a great weekend!
Saturday night I watched the movie "Saved" and I would have to say I was not impressed. A pastor friend told me it was a great movie...so I checked it out. Not so much. I am sitting here trying to think of how to describe this movie, and I can't find the words as to where to begin. The only good parts of the movie are in the girls life that is pregnant, the people that are there for her and aren't judging her. But that is it.
Sunday Kari, Kib (husband), Zane (baby) and I went to the air show at Luke Air Force base. That was phenomenal! I arrived about an hour early to walk around and take pictures of the older planes. Once the "kids" arrived, we got some food, walked through the C-5 and watched the Thunderbirds. All in all it was a great day. After the airshow, I went to Church. This time, I think I even made a friend! Her name is Kelly and she is an event planner. How odd is that? Same name and occupation. We are supposed to meet up for coffee on Wednesday! I will let you know how that goes.
Well I am off to finish up here and bounce out for the evening. I hope everyone had a great weekend!
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
5 Thoughts for Tuesday
It's just another manic Tuesday. Whoa ooo oh, wish it were Friday. (I am thinking I should write more songs - this one has a great catch to it! don't ya think!?!?) Wow, it is only Tuesday. Although Monday and today went extremely quick, here are some thoughts that crossed my mind:
1. I have yet to tell you about photo law enforcement thingies here. Yea, they have vans and cameras placed on roads to take your picture if you are speeding. THEN, if you are one of the lucky chosen speeders, your ticket is mailed to you. This way, SURPRISE! When you mail comes, it's like Christmas morning...or not. (knock on wood, my picture has yet to be taken.) I was warned my first day of work, and now I am scared to go over 5 above the speed limit. Although, I believe that was the law enforcement's goal. Still not happy about it, what can I say, I inherited my mother's lead foot.
2. I am going to San Antonio with Tony, a co-worker, in May. As a joke, we (some other co-workers) and I are telling him we have to room together. Since I am not known for being a girlie girl at work, I thought it would be amusing on my end to have a little fun with this. Today I sent him an email of pajamas I thought we could get for our week slumber party - matching pajamas! He proceeded to tell me he slept naked, luckily I sleep blindfolded! Then, while in a meeting, I found it to be a good opportunity to pipe up about coordinating our outfits for the trip, and the others thought it was a great idea too! As for Tony, I don't think he is finding this as amusing as the rest of us are! Man, what we do for a laugh. And no, we are not sharing a room. No way!
3. Did you know there is a roller coaster in Vegas that is on the top floor of a hotel, and this roller coaster takes you over the side of the building...175 floors up. I think I would pee my pants, or cry - you choose. (sorry - you might not really have a choice in the matter.) This kid Matt is going to Vegas for me since I will be in San Antonio, with Tony, at another show. I told Matt he needs to ride this roller coaster and give me a full report on how scary it is, and yes, I asked him to leave out the part where he pees his pants out of fright. I do have to say, I am glad I am not going to Vegas...not really my cup of tea. Although the roller coaster riding would be fun. Matt I would have fun with, he is too young to drink and gamble...so we would get along just fine in Vegas. Usually I end up with the boozers and gamblers. Not so fun. Although I am typically in bed at a decent time to be up for the show the next day.
4. Being on the other side of organizing trade shows is still stressful. Not nearly as much as my last job...but I am still on my toes. I like it.
5. Last but not least -- I CAN BUY LABATTS BLUE HERE!!!! Yea, you read that right, I bought a 12 pack for the Purdue game on Sunday. Now when I drive home, I know I will have a nice cold Blue waiting for me. :) Life just can't get any better! Hey- after all, it is the small things that make you smile...right?!
All right, enough babble for the day. I hope everyone is having a great week.
1. I have yet to tell you about photo law enforcement thingies here. Yea, they have vans and cameras placed on roads to take your picture if you are speeding. THEN, if you are one of the lucky chosen speeders, your ticket is mailed to you. This way, SURPRISE! When you mail comes, it's like Christmas morning...or not. (knock on wood, my picture has yet to be taken.) I was warned my first day of work, and now I am scared to go over 5 above the speed limit. Although, I believe that was the law enforcement's goal. Still not happy about it, what can I say, I inherited my mother's lead foot.
2. I am going to San Antonio with Tony, a co-worker, in May. As a joke, we (some other co-workers) and I are telling him we have to room together. Since I am not known for being a girlie girl at work, I thought it would be amusing on my end to have a little fun with this. Today I sent him an email of pajamas I thought we could get for our week slumber party - matching pajamas! He proceeded to tell me he slept naked, luckily I sleep blindfolded! Then, while in a meeting, I found it to be a good opportunity to pipe up about coordinating our outfits for the trip, and the others thought it was a great idea too! As for Tony, I don't think he is finding this as amusing as the rest of us are! Man, what we do for a laugh. And no, we are not sharing a room. No way!
3. Did you know there is a roller coaster in Vegas that is on the top floor of a hotel, and this roller coaster takes you over the side of the building...175 floors up. I think I would pee my pants, or cry - you choose. (sorry - you might not really have a choice in the matter.) This kid Matt is going to Vegas for me since I will be in San Antonio, with Tony, at another show. I told Matt he needs to ride this roller coaster and give me a full report on how scary it is, and yes, I asked him to leave out the part where he pees his pants out of fright. I do have to say, I am glad I am not going to Vegas...not really my cup of tea. Although the roller coaster riding would be fun. Matt I would have fun with, he is too young to drink and gamble...so we would get along just fine in Vegas. Usually I end up with the boozers and gamblers. Not so fun. Although I am typically in bed at a decent time to be up for the show the next day.
4. Being on the other side of organizing trade shows is still stressful. Not nearly as much as my last job...but I am still on my toes. I like it.
5. Last but not least -- I CAN BUY LABATTS BLUE HERE!!!! Yea, you read that right, I bought a 12 pack for the Purdue game on Sunday. Now when I drive home, I know I will have a nice cold Blue waiting for me. :) Life just can't get any better! Hey- after all, it is the small things that make you smile...right?!
All right, enough babble for the day. I hope everyone is having a great week.
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Arms up
Today, well tonight, I realized how I have felt this weekend. I have lived in Arizona now for a month and a half. Leaving the DC area, I knew, was the right thing for me. However, moving farther away from home was/is hard, and I knew it would be. Family mainly in upstate NY, parents in the DC area and good friends in North Carolina...yea the move was going to be tough. To this day, I will still tell you that it was the right decision. I am getting back to the Kelly I know and want to be.
I went to a Church service tonight that had a great message, and amazing music - even my brother would have liked it - that is how good it was. But I left and cried. I was sitting there by myself while everyone was talking to their friends. I am beginning to really dislike doing things by myself. Since I only lived in DC for three years, I didn't know a lot of people. But I had my friends. It takes time, and I know I will make some friends...but today, this weekend, I put my arms up. Please don't post that I will eventually meet people, I know I will meet people. Just tonight, leaving Church I was just tired of trying to be strong and I broke down. But I will get there and continue to be strong.
I read a post before Church about music. And you all know I can't live without music, so this post was fitting. It was about relating main points in your life to a particular song. My move to Arizona fits perfectly with "I'm Moving On" by Rascal Flatts. As tough as it might be, I am gaining who I am back, slowly. Soon I will be as happy as I was (friend wise) in Rochester. I will meet a Sean, a Willy, a Christine, a Kacey, a Matty...you know. (Notice how I didn't say Kyle.) Once I have that, Arizona will be one great place. Just please don't let me make anymore friends that leave me at a bar. And no, the one friend I had moving out here hasn't called to apologize and no I have not contacted him. Although, half of me would like to write and tell him how much he hurt me by leaving me somewhere I had never been before. But hey, it can only make me stronger...right?
Alright, I am off to make some dinner. Pork wrapped in BACON!!! Since my co-worker calls me pudgy, I thought I would try to gain some weight so that would actually hold true! :) Have a wonderful week all.
Well the weekend is over, time for a new week. As for what this week will bring, we will have to wait and see. I hope everyone in Rochester had a great snowy weekend!
I went to a Church service tonight that had a great message, and amazing music - even my brother would have liked it - that is how good it was. But I left and cried. I was sitting there by myself while everyone was talking to their friends. I am beginning to really dislike doing things by myself. Since I only lived in DC for three years, I didn't know a lot of people. But I had my friends. It takes time, and I know I will make some friends...but today, this weekend, I put my arms up. Please don't post that I will eventually meet people, I know I will meet people. Just tonight, leaving Church I was just tired of trying to be strong and I broke down. But I will get there and continue to be strong.
I read a post before Church about music. And you all know I can't live without music, so this post was fitting. It was about relating main points in your life to a particular song. My move to Arizona fits perfectly with "I'm Moving On" by Rascal Flatts. As tough as it might be, I am gaining who I am back, slowly. Soon I will be as happy as I was (friend wise) in Rochester. I will meet a Sean, a Willy, a Christine, a Kacey, a Matty...you know. (Notice how I didn't say Kyle.) Once I have that, Arizona will be one great place. Just please don't let me make anymore friends that leave me at a bar. And no, the one friend I had moving out here hasn't called to apologize and no I have not contacted him. Although, half of me would like to write and tell him how much he hurt me by leaving me somewhere I had never been before. But hey, it can only make me stronger...right?
Alright, I am off to make some dinner. Pork wrapped in BACON!!! Since my co-worker calls me pudgy, I thought I would try to gain some weight so that would actually hold true! :) Have a wonderful week all.
Well the weekend is over, time for a new week. As for what this week will bring, we will have to wait and see. I hope everyone in Rochester had a great snowy weekend!
Another Sunday
Friday was a great start to the weekend. I was let out of work early to watch the Purdue game - and we WON!!! After that, I cleaned a little. Exciting I know. But until I meet people here, there isn't much to do on a Friday night. Saturday, hmmm, I don't remember what I really did yesterday. Oh, met up with some co-workers and tried to drill in there heads to call a cab. And again I was made fun of for not joining in on the drunk fest. I am getting used to this!! As for today, I went to Church this morning. Scottsdale Bible. Neat place. Been three times now, and I as informed about an evening service that more people my age (or so i hear) attend. I am thinking about going, althoug it starts in 20 mintues...and I am nervous. We shall see. After church, I came home to watch the Purdue v. Florida game. From what I saw it was great. Purdue put up a great fight. They lost, but they lost with heads held high. At least mine was!
Alright - wish me luck. You know I really don't like new things by myself.
This weekend - I MISS MY FRIENDS!
Alright - wish me luck. You know I really don't like new things by myself.
This weekend - I MISS MY FRIENDS!
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
Overwhelming Wednesday
Today was a good day, when I look back. Although I do have to say, it was overwhelming. This morning I went to work with my favorite hat on, I was a happy camper!! The morning was quite busy, so it went fast. Then I had a meeting with my two bosses - and from there on out I was lost. I am not one that likes to be the "new kid" at work. I like to know what I am doing. Anywho, half of the meeting I understood, half was far over my head. All in all, i am working through it. It was work that I didn't need this week, seeing I was already swamped with a project due Friday.
My crazy work day ended early, thank goodness! I had to be home by 5 to wait for COX. My cable wasn't working in my living room. As I was waiting, I decided to go through the stack of papers that was accumulating since I moved here and pay bills. That was a nice pile to get through, and I am glad it is done. Papers are filed, bills are payed, and I even got the checks ordered!! It was a very productive afternoon. Me = happy!!!
What is everyone doing for st. patty's day. I might actually cook corn beef! I am not up for the all day drinking thing. Norm (the guy that hired me) wants me to go out with him. I might go out, but not drink. Not up for the drama!! But it might be a chance to meet some people.
OHH! So today at work, Norm put a fax on my desk - Adventure 2000. It is for single people in phoenix looking to do things and meet people. Norm put it there as a joke. Laughing, i took it to my friend Eric at work - he freakin registered me for that crap. If I get stuck going to one of those events, that jerk and his girlfriend are going with me. They have 30 events a month, speed dating, bowling, hiking. It is a great idea and all, but that is not me...i don't do speed dating. And I am not looking for a relationship, I am looking to meet friends. Anyway...it was a funny part to the day. Eric will just get a good beating for submitting my info when he least expects it!
alright - i am off to cook some din din!
My crazy work day ended early, thank goodness! I had to be home by 5 to wait for COX. My cable wasn't working in my living room. As I was waiting, I decided to go through the stack of papers that was accumulating since I moved here and pay bills. That was a nice pile to get through, and I am glad it is done. Papers are filed, bills are payed, and I even got the checks ordered!! It was a very productive afternoon. Me = happy!!!
What is everyone doing for st. patty's day. I might actually cook corn beef! I am not up for the all day drinking thing. Norm (the guy that hired me) wants me to go out with him. I might go out, but not drink. Not up for the drama!! But it might be a chance to meet some people.
OHH! So today at work, Norm put a fax on my desk - Adventure 2000. It is for single people in phoenix looking to do things and meet people. Norm put it there as a joke. Laughing, i took it to my friend Eric at work - he freakin registered me for that crap. If I get stuck going to one of those events, that jerk and his girlfriend are going with me. They have 30 events a month, speed dating, bowling, hiking. It is a great idea and all, but that is not me...i don't do speed dating. And I am not looking for a relationship, I am looking to meet friends. Anyway...it was a funny part to the day. Eric will just get a good beating for submitting my info when he least expects it!
alright - i am off to cook some din din!
Monday, March 12, 2007
Happy Monday. Today has been productive so far. I did my taxes, and I basically came out even. I was very happy. Getting money back is nice and all, but I would rather come out even. And that is what I basically did. As for next year, with the Arizona taxes, I am not sure how that will go, because I had no clue what I was claiming. We shall see. This year, I am smiling!!
Tonight I will probably get my emissions tested so I can go to the DMV tomorrow morning and be done. I have been saying this for over a week now, but I need to do it and be done. Right? Just be done. What am I waiting for. Moving from Virginia to Maryland, I was able to put it off a bit. Maryland plates in Arizona tend to stick out a bit, I can't wait that long. And why would I want to drag it out anyway. Having an out of state license is irritating anyway. Bartenders don't like them. Grocery stores have troubles with them. Well, then there is the fact that I can't stand my picture on my MD license!! Time to get a new mug shot. haha! It is like those stupid class pictures when you were younger. It is something so many people see and the last thing you want to look like a complete idiot in, but you usually do any way. Either you are blinking, or look like you have just been arrested (not that I know what that is like), but still, no matter what they are bad. Although my VA license wasn't a bad shot...I am aiming for one like that. Now I just need to stick to my plan. Tomorrow - BE DONE. yea right!
Well I am off to eat lunch. Yesterday I made two recipes that will last me a while. Hawaiian pulled pork (Kalua Pig) and Cincinnati Chili (3 Ways). Two dishes that will last me a bit. I was able to freeze half of both. Today for lunch, Kalua Pig, dinner will be 3 ways!! It is the beginning of a beautiful week I would have to say.
Tonight I will probably get my emissions tested so I can go to the DMV tomorrow morning and be done. I have been saying this for over a week now, but I need to do it and be done. Right? Just be done. What am I waiting for. Moving from Virginia to Maryland, I was able to put it off a bit. Maryland plates in Arizona tend to stick out a bit, I can't wait that long. And why would I want to drag it out anyway. Having an out of state license is irritating anyway. Bartenders don't like them. Grocery stores have troubles with them. Well, then there is the fact that I can't stand my picture on my MD license!! Time to get a new mug shot. haha! It is like those stupid class pictures when you were younger. It is something so many people see and the last thing you want to look like a complete idiot in, but you usually do any way. Either you are blinking, or look like you have just been arrested (not that I know what that is like), but still, no matter what they are bad. Although my VA license wasn't a bad shot...I am aiming for one like that. Now I just need to stick to my plan. Tomorrow - BE DONE. yea right!
Well I am off to eat lunch. Yesterday I made two recipes that will last me a while. Hawaiian pulled pork (Kalua Pig) and Cincinnati Chili (3 Ways). Two dishes that will last me a bit. I was able to freeze half of both. Today for lunch, Kalua Pig, dinner will be 3 ways!! It is the beginning of a beautiful week I would have to say.
Friday, March 9, 2007
Promises Made
Yesterday when I got home from work my apartment was 85 degrees. And I am thinking it's March - holy crap! Bart wasn't really enjoying the heat, as for me, I tried not to think about it. After all, come summer it will be 115 outside, 85 ain't that bad. Yes, it is dry heat, but it was still a bit warm for a home in March. So I made Bart a promise, I told him "tomorrow when I come home, I will have fans with me." Today at 4:30 I remembered my promise, so off I went to Wal-Mart, then Home Depot, and last but not least Target. I bought two fans. A tower fan for the living room and a 7" fan for my bedroom. (I am not a big fan person at night...but here it is needed.)
I brought the fans home, hooked them up and watch Bart freak out, for he didn't know what a fan was. Never seen one before, felt one, heard one and let me tell you - he hated them. Bart was jumping backwards when it turned towards him, and he just went bug-eyed for a couple hours. Since he was in freak out mode, I decided it was a great time to clean my place. (He doesn't like the broom or vacuum cleaner either. Yep, I have a weenie of a cat.) I got two loads of laundry done, new sheets on my bed and the whole place (besides the spare bedroom) has been vacuumed, dusted, and the whole sha-bang. Oh wait, I have yet to empty the dishwasher. It was also a good night to do it, for it will be hotter here over the weekend, and I don't feel like cleaning when I can be out enjoying the weather!!
I can't believe I am living somewhere where it will be 90 degrees in the beginning of March. I have a co-worker in Boston this week, so I called him to tell him he is coming home to greatness. He can't get enough of the 90 degree heat. It made him smile. He is miserable in Boston, in all the cold. That and his wife and new baby are here...I think he misses that too!
Oh, one more thing before I let you go! Peter Piper Pizza. Yea, you read that right - Peter Piper Pizza! My new favorite pizza place. $3.99 all you can eat pizza buffet for lunch. HELLO!!! We went for lunch today. My co-worker, Bob, and I were in heaven there. We made sure we sat close (right in front of) the buffet so we knew when the new pizzas were coming out. I had 10 slices of pizza and a salad. :) Yes, very happy I was!!
That is all. I am off to pop in a movie and cool down before bed. I hope everyone has a good weekend. I am off to...I have no clue where, but somewhere!
I brought the fans home, hooked them up and watch Bart freak out, for he didn't know what a fan was. Never seen one before, felt one, heard one and let me tell you - he hated them. Bart was jumping backwards when it turned towards him, and he just went bug-eyed for a couple hours. Since he was in freak out mode, I decided it was a great time to clean my place. (He doesn't like the broom or vacuum cleaner either. Yep, I have a weenie of a cat.) I got two loads of laundry done, new sheets on my bed and the whole place (besides the spare bedroom) has been vacuumed, dusted, and the whole sha-bang. Oh wait, I have yet to empty the dishwasher. It was also a good night to do it, for it will be hotter here over the weekend, and I don't feel like cleaning when I can be out enjoying the weather!!
I can't believe I am living somewhere where it will be 90 degrees in the beginning of March. I have a co-worker in Boston this week, so I called him to tell him he is coming home to greatness. He can't get enough of the 90 degree heat. It made him smile. He is miserable in Boston, in all the cold. That and his wife and new baby are here...I think he misses that too!
Oh, one more thing before I let you go! Peter Piper Pizza. Yea, you read that right - Peter Piper Pizza! My new favorite pizza place. $3.99 all you can eat pizza buffet for lunch. HELLO!!! We went for lunch today. My co-worker, Bob, and I were in heaven there. We made sure we sat close (right in front of) the buffet so we knew when the new pizzas were coming out. I had 10 slices of pizza and a salad. :) Yes, very happy I was!!
That is all. I am off to pop in a movie and cool down before bed. I hope everyone has a good weekend. I am off to...I have no clue where, but somewhere!
Thursday, March 8, 2007
Been a While
It has been a while since I wrote something, so here I am. Today I had to update to the "new blogger" and create a gmail account. When you don't really want to start a new email account you can never think of what you want your email address to be, then they never allow you to have what you want. All in all, I have a gmail account now! YAY! (not really)
I have been in Arizona a full month now. It has gone fast, and I have to say, for my first month here, it isn't all that bad! Yes, I miss my family and my friends. But I will make friends and visit family. Getting used to the weather here has been interesting. Yes, it is basically beautiful all the time. And I am getting a tan in March - that is odd! Enjoyable, but odd. :)
Last week was my first show with this company, and I would have to say it went well. My bosses seemed to be happy with my work. My office yearly calendar mesmerizes me, all the shows that are listed for the year. I knew taking this job would limit the things I could do through out the year, such as weddings I could attend, when I could take vacations, and such. Now I am starting to really understand. My mom asked me to send her a list of where I will be and when. I thought this list would be short, but I was actually able to give her a show or two a month I would be going to. That is when it hit me, I am defiantly not in DC anymore. This isn't a vacation. It is a new job, with new responsibilities. hm.
I have been getting back in touch with some old Purdue friends since I have been here. That has been great. It has been fun to reminisce with old friends and see where they are now. Phil lives in Chicago, so I am hoping to spend some time with him at the end of June (if I get sent to a show there). Put him and I together - and we become two kids having a good time. Whether it is on a play ground or at a party, we can have fun. As for the other guy, not sure if I will ever see him again, IN is not a place I see me traveling too all that often. It is fun to talk to them though.
Alright, I best get to work. Soon it will be lunch!! As tomorrow - Friday - then I will be grinning from ear to ear!!
I have been in Arizona a full month now. It has gone fast, and I have to say, for my first month here, it isn't all that bad! Yes, I miss my family and my friends. But I will make friends and visit family. Getting used to the weather here has been interesting. Yes, it is basically beautiful all the time. And I am getting a tan in March - that is odd! Enjoyable, but odd. :)
Last week was my first show with this company, and I would have to say it went well. My bosses seemed to be happy with my work. My office yearly calendar mesmerizes me, all the shows that are listed for the year. I knew taking this job would limit the things I could do through out the year, such as weddings I could attend, when I could take vacations, and such. Now I am starting to really understand. My mom asked me to send her a list of where I will be and when. I thought this list would be short, but I was actually able to give her a show or two a month I would be going to. That is when it hit me, I am defiantly not in DC anymore. This isn't a vacation. It is a new job, with new responsibilities. hm.
I have been getting back in touch with some old Purdue friends since I have been here. That has been great. It has been fun to reminisce with old friends and see where they are now. Phil lives in Chicago, so I am hoping to spend some time with him at the end of June (if I get sent to a show there). Put him and I together - and we become two kids having a good time. Whether it is on a play ground or at a party, we can have fun. As for the other guy, not sure if I will ever see him again, IN is not a place I see me traveling too all that often. It is fun to talk to them though.
Alright, I best get to work. Soon it will be lunch!! As tomorrow - Friday - then I will be grinning from ear to ear!!
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