Okay, I am a really big "take your vitamins so you won't get sick" sort-of girl. I've been very faithful in that regard. However, I got the cold that would not die. I can say it started on October 25th, a day after I hung out with our friends who happened to have a baby getting over a cold. I held him a lot and I think he dripped his sippy cup into my Barcardi/Juice. For 3 days I had a hellish sore throat and cough. I did go to the doctor and they prescribed a Z-pack. Thankfully, I eluded the strep virus once again. By the way, never, ever google images of strep. You with wish you hadn't.
So it's November 21st, 4 weeks after first being infected. I've had the nagging cough, nasal discharge, and sneezing. I know I can chuck a lot of it up to allergies, but this is ridiculous. Jason started getting the funk a few days ago, which only re-infected me. I had all these lustrous plans to shop my Saturday afternoon away at Ikea. I only stayed in bed and took cold medicine and drank tea.
I also took the time to make a killer Peanut butter and Jelly Pie from the Publix flier this week. Absolutely to die for, if I might add. Never mind that it has a million grams of fat per slice. It's totally worth it. My only gripe is that the flier did not specify what size graham cracker crust to get. I got an 8" at Aldis. It wasn't until I layer my second layer of yummy peanut butter/condensed milk/ coolwhip/ cream cheese mixture that I realized my pie would be over flowing. I made such a mess, but the pie was salvage-able.
My whole body is so numb this weekend from the large amount of rest I've received. I am almost too tired to go to sleep, if that makes any sense. Jason said it would be good for me to rest this weekend since I have been running full speed for the last few months. We both have. After weekends of visiting family, Jason giving several public talks, and other dramas, it has taken a toll on our bodies. He recently had to go to the doctor for a chronic eye twitch. I told him it happens when you get stressed, but he wanted a professional opinion. I gave him mine, but I guess I should have charged him a co-pay. Now the doctor wants him to get bloodwork and go see a specialist. Talk about milking people for their insurance. Isn't our medical system great?
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Stolen Swans are Sweet/ Fall Sickness
Everyone in the Orlando area has heard a lot about missing swans of Lake Eola. It was a coincidence that one of the Dr.'s I work with had been at the lake the week the swans were noticed to be missing. Since they are microchipped, he noticed a few were gone. They weren't totally surprised, since they roam free and could die or run away, or be stolen. The following night after the round-up for their vaccines, a couple was seen taking 2 swans. The witness took down the license plate and called the police. Come to find out, the two were stealing the swans and selling them to a broker of exotics up in Jacksonville. It was obvious it was someone who was familiar with large exotic birds. Because, seriously, who wants to really go up against mean, black swans? They are vicious.
A few days later, when some of the swans were returned, they were checked over at the clinic. They were slightly dehydrated and scared. One of the swans had surgery 5 weeks previously and had an injury at the incision sight. Two of the stolen were the mating pair. These people obviously knew what they were doing. Dr. Brown had mentioned earlier that babies go missing all the time. They are probably easier to sell and catch. And they are stinking adorable. Don't believe the whole "ugly duckling turning into a swan" thing. Those little things are just almost worth stealing. Just kidding, guys. I would never, ever steal a swan. Have you ever smelled swan poop? Just gross.
I have contracted my yearly dose of October/November sickness. I believe it happened Sunday when baby Austin, who is recovering from a cold, decided to drip his juice from his sippy cup into by Bacardi and Juice. So much for the alcohol killing the germs. I've had a sore throat for 4 days and it was confirmed today that it is not strep. Good to know. Right now, I have no voice to speak of. (literally) It's not more than a whisper. So reluctantly, I will have to take a sick day for tomorrow. I am so sick of eating wonton soup, but it's all I can stomach for now.
A few days later, when some of the swans were returned, they were checked over at the clinic. They were slightly dehydrated and scared. One of the swans had surgery 5 weeks previously and had an injury at the incision sight. Two of the stolen were the mating pair. These people obviously knew what they were doing. Dr. Brown had mentioned earlier that babies go missing all the time. They are probably easier to sell and catch. And they are stinking adorable. Don't believe the whole "ugly duckling turning into a swan" thing. Those little things are just almost worth stealing. Just kidding, guys. I would never, ever steal a swan. Have you ever smelled swan poop? Just gross.
I have contracted my yearly dose of October/November sickness. I believe it happened Sunday when baby Austin, who is recovering from a cold, decided to drip his juice from his sippy cup into by Bacardi and Juice. So much for the alcohol killing the germs. I've had a sore throat for 4 days and it was confirmed today that it is not strep. Good to know. Right now, I have no voice to speak of. (literally) It's not more than a whisper. So reluctantly, I will have to take a sick day for tomorrow. I am so sick of eating wonton soup, but it's all I can stomach for now.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Paula Deen's Sourcream Muffins.
You have to try these.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
1/2 pint sourcream
2 sticks butter, melted
2 cups sifted self-rising flour ( has to be self-rising or it won't work)
Mix all your ingredients in a bowl and make sure the butter is room temp or close to it. Drop mixture into un-greased muffin pan. Bake 20-30 minutes.
Enjoy with preserves or just plain.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
1/2 pint sourcream
2 sticks butter, melted
2 cups sifted self-rising flour ( has to be self-rising or it won't work)
Mix all your ingredients in a bowl and make sure the butter is room temp or close to it. Drop mixture into un-greased muffin pan. Bake 20-30 minutes.
Enjoy with preserves or just plain.
En Vacances Avec La Famille
I spent the weekend at my brother's place in Savannah. Family can be such an adventure sometimes. We get closer to realizing that we are becoming our parents. My brother and dad talked at great length about planes and finances. Two of my favorite topics, of course.
We took a trip the the two Civil War forts just outside the city. I am a sucker for old buildings. I even snacked on the pecans from the tree in the courtyard of Ft. Polaski. I haven't fallen over dead yet, so they must have been okay.
Nate was such a fine host driving us all around town. We ate lunch on Saturday at the Pirate House which is essentially a tourist trap. The secret tunnel is quite a nice touch. I have my doubts that they actually used it to take drunks to the river and ship them off to Australia. But it's a nice story.
I discovered pralines on this last visit. I really wish I hadn't. Anything involving sugar, vanilla, and nuts is a fine treat. I bought 1.5 lbs, mostly as a gift for the Handshews and to share at work. I did do some sampling on the way home. I'm scouring Food Network online for the perfect recipe. They would make excellent gift or party favors for a bridal or baby shower.
We took a trip the the two Civil War forts just outside the city. I am a sucker for old buildings. I even snacked on the pecans from the tree in the courtyard of Ft. Polaski. I haven't fallen over dead yet, so they must have been okay.
Nate was such a fine host driving us all around town. We ate lunch on Saturday at the Pirate House which is essentially a tourist trap. The secret tunnel is quite a nice touch. I have my doubts that they actually used it to take drunks to the river and ship them off to Australia. But it's a nice story.
I discovered pralines on this last visit. I really wish I hadn't. Anything involving sugar, vanilla, and nuts is a fine treat. I bought 1.5 lbs, mostly as a gift for the Handshews and to share at work. I did do some sampling on the way home. I'm scouring Food Network online for the perfect recipe. They would make excellent gift or party favors for a bridal or baby shower.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Beautiful Fall
Oh, the time of year I look forward to every single time it comes around. It's a time of year when the seasons begin to click. Well, as much as a season can click in the state of Florida. It is nice to be able to open your windows and feel the crisp, coolness of the morning air.
This type of weather has really affected what I want to listen to music-wise. I've been craving Jamie Cullum, Radiohead, Norah Jones, and Adele. Something with a jazzy, slightly sad basis always goes well with the changing of the seasons.
I really have enjoyed Pandora, but I need to find an affordable alternative to buying downloads. I tried Napster and Rhapsody, but they only allow you to stream your music from an Ipod Touch. Napster does give you so many download credits per how many months you sign up, but you only get up to like 64 if you sign up for a whole year. I just want access to downloadable music that is easy, affordable, and legal. I've said goodbye to my Limewire days.
This type of weather has really affected what I want to listen to music-wise. I've been craving Jamie Cullum, Radiohead, Norah Jones, and Adele. Something with a jazzy, slightly sad basis always goes well with the changing of the seasons.
I really have enjoyed Pandora, but I need to find an affordable alternative to buying downloads. I tried Napster and Rhapsody, but they only allow you to stream your music from an Ipod Touch. Napster does give you so many download credits per how many months you sign up, but you only get up to like 64 if you sign up for a whole year. I just want access to downloadable music that is easy, affordable, and legal. I've said goodbye to my Limewire days.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
For His Loving Kindness is To Time Indefinite
I'm reading portions of Psalms, especially the 136th. It's so soothing and relaxing to me. I really need a breather from everything that is happening in the world around me. Work. Life. Everything. It's so refreshing.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Delicious Indian Stew
I haven't made this yet, but it sounds so yummy.
Ingredients
* 2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 5 tsp. curry powder
* 2 tsp. ground ginger
* 1/2 tsp. salt
* 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper and/or cayenne pepper
* 2 15-oz. cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
* 2 14.5-oz. cans diced tomatoes, undrained
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 1 bay leaf
* 2 Tbsp. lime juice
* 1 9-oz. pkg. fresh spinach (optional)
* Hot cooked rice (optional)
Directions
1. Lightly coat a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or oil. Add chicken, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. Add curry powder, ginger, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Toss to coat. Stir in drained beans, undrained tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf. Cover and cook on high-heat setting 4 to 5 hours or low-heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
2. Stir lime juice into cooked stew. Stir spinach leaves into stew and let stand 2 to 3 minutes to wilt. Serve with rice. Makes 8 (about 1-1/2 cup) servings.
Nutrition Facts
* Calories295,
* Total Fat (g)6,
* Saturated Fat (g)1,
* Monounsaturated Fat (g)2,
* Polyunsaturated Fat (g)2,
* Cholesterol (mg)94,
* Sodium (mg)867,
* Carbohydrate (g)32,
* Total Sugar (g)9,
* Fiber (g)7,
* Protein (g)29,
* Vitamin C (DV%)23,
* Calcium (DV%)7,
* Iron (DV%)18,
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie di
Ingredients
* 2 lb. skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 3 cloves garlic, minced
* 5 tsp. curry powder
* 2 tsp. ground ginger
* 1/2 tsp. salt
* 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper and/or cayenne pepper
* 2 15-oz. cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
* 2 14.5-oz. cans diced tomatoes, undrained
* 1 cup chicken broth
* 1 bay leaf
* 2 Tbsp. lime juice
* 1 9-oz. pkg. fresh spinach (optional)
* Hot cooked rice (optional)
Directions
1. Lightly coat a 6-quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or oil. Add chicken, onion, and garlic to the slow cooker. Add curry powder, ginger, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Toss to coat. Stir in drained beans, undrained tomatoes, broth, and bay leaf. Cover and cook on high-heat setting 4 to 5 hours or low-heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
2. Stir lime juice into cooked stew. Stir spinach leaves into stew and let stand 2 to 3 minutes to wilt. Serve with rice. Makes 8 (about 1-1/2 cup) servings.
Nutrition Facts
* Calories295,
* Total Fat (g)6,
* Saturated Fat (g)1,
* Monounsaturated Fat (g)2,
* Polyunsaturated Fat (g)2,
* Cholesterol (mg)94,
* Sodium (mg)867,
* Carbohydrate (g)32,
* Total Sugar (g)9,
* Fiber (g)7,
* Protein (g)29,
* Vitamin C (DV%)23,
* Calcium (DV%)7,
* Iron (DV%)18,
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie di
Back to LIfe, Back to Reality
I've kinda been in a spiritual bubble for the last month and a half. With pioneer service school, convention, and the C.o visit, I've been on cloud nine. The first month of the service year is almost over. I am 1/12 of the way through the year. Hoorah!
I had blood work done this morning for the first time. You should see the disbelief in peoples faces when I tell them that. "Never had blood work?" "Uh, I've never been sick. Why should I get blood work?" Of course, it is a good idea to get a baseline and that is something I tell our customers. But for me personally, I wish I could delay something like getting blood drawn to the latest possible moment. I left early this morning, which I think alarmed my cats. I think they knew I was heading to a place I didn't want to go. Now that I am home, they are all sleeping around me in relief. I guess it was a good thing I returned from the vampire place.
I am looking forward to going on vacation at the beginning of next year. Already looking at flights and hotels in New York. It's been too long. I do dread having to leave my cats. They will be too sad.
I had blood work done this morning for the first time. You should see the disbelief in peoples faces when I tell them that. "Never had blood work?" "Uh, I've never been sick. Why should I get blood work?" Of course, it is a good idea to get a baseline and that is something I tell our customers. But for me personally, I wish I could delay something like getting blood drawn to the latest possible moment. I left early this morning, which I think alarmed my cats. I think they knew I was heading to a place I didn't want to go. Now that I am home, they are all sleeping around me in relief. I guess it was a good thing I returned from the vampire place.
I am looking forward to going on vacation at the beginning of next year. Already looking at flights and hotels in New York. It's been too long. I do dread having to leave my cats. They will be too sad.
Monday, September 13, 2010
An Essential Injection of Sting
If the night turned cold and the stars looked down
And you hug yourself on the cold, cold ground
You wake the morning in a stranger's coat
No one would you see
You ask yourself, who'd watch for me
My only friend, who could it be
It's hard to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
When your belly's empty and the hunger's so real
And you're too proud to beg and too dumb to steal
You search the city for your only friend
No one would you see
You ask yourself, who'd watch for me
A solitary voice to speak out and set you free
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
You're not the easiest person I ever got to know
And it's hard for us both to let our feelings show
Some would say I should let you go your way
You'll only make me cry
If there's one guy, just one guy
Who'd lay down his life for you and die
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
When the world's gone crazy and it makes no sense
There's only one voice that comes to your defense
The jury's out and your eyes search the room
And one friendly face is all you need to see
If there's one guy, just one guy
Who'd lay down his life for you and die
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it (I hate to say)
I hate to say it (I hate to say), but it's probably me (it's probably me, it's probably me)
I hate to say it (I hate to say)
I hate to say it (I hate to say), but it's probably me (it's probably me, it's probably me)
I hate to say it (probably me)
And you hug yourself on the cold, cold ground
You wake the morning in a stranger's coat
No one would you see
You ask yourself, who'd watch for me
My only friend, who could it be
It's hard to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
When your belly's empty and the hunger's so real
And you're too proud to beg and too dumb to steal
You search the city for your only friend
No one would you see
You ask yourself, who'd watch for me
A solitary voice to speak out and set you free
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
You're not the easiest person I ever got to know
And it's hard for us both to let our feelings show
Some would say I should let you go your way
You'll only make me cry
If there's one guy, just one guy
Who'd lay down his life for you and die
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
When the world's gone crazy and it makes no sense
There's only one voice that comes to your defense
The jury's out and your eyes search the room
And one friendly face is all you need to see
If there's one guy, just one guy
Who'd lay down his life for you and die
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it
I hate to say it, but it's probably me
I hate to say it (I hate to say)
I hate to say it (I hate to say), but it's probably me (it's probably me, it's probably me)
I hate to say it (I hate to say)
I hate to say it (I hate to say), but it's probably me (it's probably me, it's probably me)
I hate to say it (probably me)
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Pioneer School, Convention, and CO Visit, Oh My!
It has been a spiritually action packed month. Pioneer school for the second time around was a real blast. I really enjoyed meeting all sorts of new and really sweet people. Brother Moske and Catanzaro were the best instructors anyone could ever ask for. I will miss the Moskes. I got a real education in Polish jokes. Lol. But seriously, I really learned a lot. I also got to remember how awesome it feels to comment a billion times a day and really feel involved in a spiritual discussion. Brother Catanzaro reminded us that our meetings could be just as enjoyable if we put more into contributing. Something we all already know but needed to be reminded of.
Straight after Pioneer school was our wonderful convention. We had the privilege of having Brother Jackson from the Governing Body. I was so sad not to be able to meet and thank him dearly for the thought-provoking talks and experiences. I liked the point he made about not letting fear get to us. He told the experience of the co-founder of Apple computers who got scared and sold his share of Apple for 800 bucks. AGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHH! Wow, I got the point.
I'm really super excited about this new service year. With the school, convention, and now our CO visit, I should be super charged to take on our territory. I even got a new bag for the year. It's time to SSPI! That's SHOW SINCERE PERSONAL INTEREST
Straight after Pioneer school was our wonderful convention. We had the privilege of having Brother Jackson from the Governing Body. I was so sad not to be able to meet and thank him dearly for the thought-provoking talks and experiences. I liked the point he made about not letting fear get to us. He told the experience of the co-founder of Apple computers who got scared and sold his share of Apple for 800 bucks. AGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHH! Wow, I got the point.
I'm really super excited about this new service year. With the school, convention, and now our CO visit, I should be super charged to take on our territory. I even got a new bag for the year. It's time to SSPI! That's SHOW SINCERE PERSONAL INTEREST
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Parting Gift
I opened my eyes
While you were kissing me once more than once
And you looked as sincere as a dog
Just as sincere as a dog does,
When it's the food on your lips with which it's in love
I bet you could never tell
That I knew you didn't know me that well
It is my fault you see
You never learned that much from me
Oh you silly stupid pastime of mine
You were always good for rhyme
And from the first to the last time
The sign says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started it says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started
I took off my glasses
While you were yelling at me once more than once
So as not to see you see me react
Should've put 'em, should've put 'em on again
So I could see you see me sincerely yelling back
I bet your fortress face
Belied your fort of lace
It is by the grace of me
You never learned what I could see
Oh you silly stupid pastime of mine
You were always good for rhyme
And from the first to all the last time
All the sign says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started it says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started
I just love Fiona Apple:)
While you were kissing me once more than once
And you looked as sincere as a dog
Just as sincere as a dog does,
When it's the food on your lips with which it's in love
I bet you could never tell
That I knew you didn't know me that well
It is my fault you see
You never learned that much from me
Oh you silly stupid pastime of mine
You were always good for rhyme
And from the first to the last time
The sign says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started it says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started
I took off my glasses
While you were yelling at me once more than once
So as not to see you see me react
Should've put 'em, should've put 'em on again
So I could see you see me sincerely yelling back
I bet your fortress face
Belied your fort of lace
It is by the grace of me
You never learned what I could see
Oh you silly stupid pastime of mine
You were always good for rhyme
And from the first to all the last time
All the sign says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started it says stop
But we went on whole hearted it ended bad
But I love what we started
I just love Fiona Apple:)
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
The Building In Miami I Want to Buy
I'll just have to paint it for the meantime. It is for sale, though. Anyone have a few million to lend me?
Too Much to Do
I had a dream last night that I wrote a personal memoir. It was very similar to the scrapbook/slambook that I already worked on for sometime, but more professionally bound and printed. It was similar to the "Kurt Cobain Writing" book published about 8 years ago with all of Kurt Cobain's doodles and drawings. It reminded me that I really want to get moving on the novel I started and promptly lost interest in a few months ago. I just have too much to do.
This month is supremely busy. I start pioneer school next week. Work has been so busy. With 3 doctors, us technicians have been working nonstop to keep things running semi-smoothly.
I am buying some watercolors so I can paint this series of art deco pictures of Miami buildings I photographed last month. It's been a while since I've painted anything. Watercolors definitely scream South Beach to me.
I am scrambling to finish my time this week so I can enjoy almost a week and a half of working in my yard. The weather is super hot this year. My plants have suffered a great bit this week without any measurable rain. We've had lots of thunder that has threatened, but I'd love a real gully washer, please. I've moved many irises and aloe plants to the back. I'm getting rid of all the fern that I wrongly placed in beds. I should have listened to grandma when she said that they'd overtake my beds to create a sea of green for snakes to hide in. Yes, grandma, that's exactly what happened. What a big mistake. Hopefully by the end of August, that will be rectified.
This month is supremely busy. I start pioneer school next week. Work has been so busy. With 3 doctors, us technicians have been working nonstop to keep things running semi-smoothly.
I am buying some watercolors so I can paint this series of art deco pictures of Miami buildings I photographed last month. It's been a while since I've painted anything. Watercolors definitely scream South Beach to me.
I am scrambling to finish my time this week so I can enjoy almost a week and a half of working in my yard. The weather is super hot this year. My plants have suffered a great bit this week without any measurable rain. We've had lots of thunder that has threatened, but I'd love a real gully washer, please. I've moved many irises and aloe plants to the back. I'm getting rid of all the fern that I wrongly placed in beds. I should have listened to grandma when she said that they'd overtake my beds to create a sea of green for snakes to hide in. Yes, grandma, that's exactly what happened. What a big mistake. Hopefully by the end of August, that will be rectified.
Sunday, August 1, 2010
Spa Day in Your Own Home
I found an amazing recipe for your own brown sugar scrub. Everything I needed was in my pantry and it costs only pennies to make in contrast to 20 dollars at a specialty shop and it's all natural. Here we go:
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup crushed almonds
You can also add oatmeal if you like. I didn't have any oatmeal that wasn't pre-packaged, so I declined to use it. It works great. It was especially a nice exfoliant for my lips.
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp almond extract
1/4 cup crushed almonds
You can also add oatmeal if you like. I didn't have any oatmeal that wasn't pre-packaged, so I declined to use it. It works great. It was especially a nice exfoliant for my lips.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Bronxy in Desperate Need of a New Tie!!!!!!
Poor little Bronxy's tie has seen better days. It's so worn and ragged, but he loves wearing it. He's starting to look a bit like the Little Tramp:0. Things have been considerably better now that he is back on the Busparone for the behavioral stuff. It's just been hard giving him the half pill everyday. I have to bury it in Cat Lax and pray he just swallows it down. Like a dog with peanut butter.
The weather is intensely hot this summer. I did get a chance to go to the beach this last weekend with my brother. I am not a fan of laying on the beach in the sun, but it was a nice change of pace. It was nice to catch up with him. I am hoping that he doesn't move too far away anytime soon. Although he says that his job may take him to Delaware by November. Oh, well. I guess that is a reason to go visit.
I just saw Sicko this weekend. I can't say I'm a Michael Moore fan, but his movies do get the point across. Of course, he does have his own agenda, but it definitely shows that health care is such a big business in the US. It's sad that so many people rely on so many drugs in this country. It really opens your eyes to see that it's just a big business. All the more reason to do alternative medicine. Not that I completely buy into that, either. I've always been more of a "eat well and exercise" girl. And I just found out that my work place may be changing health care providers. Not bragging, but I haven't even taken advantage of it since I've gotten insurance. I need to make a doctor's appointment, stat.
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Patience by Guns n Roses
Shed a tear 'cause I'm missin' you
I'm still alright to smile
Girl, I think about you every day now
Was a time when I wasn't sure
But you set my mind at ease
There is no doubt
You're in my heart now
Said, woman, take it slow
It'll work itself out fine
All we need is just a little patience
Said, sugar, make it slow
And we come together fine
All we need is just a little patience
(patience)
Mm, yeah
I sit here on the stairs
'Cause I'd rather be alone
If I can't have you right now
I'll wait, dear
Sometimes I get so tense
But I can't speed up the time
But you know, love
There's one more thing to consider
Said, woman, take it slow
And things will be just fine
You and I'll just use a little patience
Said, sugar, take the time
'Cause the lights are shining bright
You and I've got what it takes
To make it, We won't fake it,
I'll never break it
'cause I can't take it
...little patience, mm yeah, mm yeah
need a little patience, yeah
just a little patience, yeah
some more patience, yeah
need some patience, yeah
could use some patience, yeah
gotta have some patience, yeah
all it takes is patience,
just a little patience
is all you need *
I BEEN WALKIN' THE STREETS AT NIGHT
JUST TRYIN' TO GET IT RIGHT
HARD TO SEE WITH SO MANY AROUND
YOU KNOW I DON'T LIKE
BEING STUCK IN THE CROWD
AND THE STREETS DON'T CHANGE
BUT BABY THE NAME
I AIN'T GOT TIME FOR THE GAME
'CAUSE I NEED YOU
YEAH, YEAH, BUT I NEED YOU
OO, I NEED YOU
WHOA, I NEED YOU
OO, ALL THIS TIME
I'm still alright to smile
Girl, I think about you every day now
Was a time when I wasn't sure
But you set my mind at ease
There is no doubt
You're in my heart now
Said, woman, take it slow
It'll work itself out fine
All we need is just a little patience
Said, sugar, make it slow
And we come together fine
All we need is just a little patience
(patience)
Mm, yeah
I sit here on the stairs
'Cause I'd rather be alone
If I can't have you right now
I'll wait, dear
Sometimes I get so tense
But I can't speed up the time
But you know, love
There's one more thing to consider
Said, woman, take it slow
And things will be just fine
You and I'll just use a little patience
Said, sugar, take the time
'Cause the lights are shining bright
You and I've got what it takes
To make it, We won't fake it,
I'll never break it
'cause I can't take it
...little patience, mm yeah, mm yeah
need a little patience, yeah
just a little patience, yeah
some more patience, yeah
need some patience, yeah
could use some patience, yeah
gotta have some patience, yeah
all it takes is patience,
just a little patience
is all you need *
I BEEN WALKIN' THE STREETS AT NIGHT
JUST TRYIN' TO GET IT RIGHT
HARD TO SEE WITH SO MANY AROUND
YOU KNOW I DON'T LIKE
BEING STUCK IN THE CROWD
AND THE STREETS DON'T CHANGE
BUT BABY THE NAME
I AIN'T GOT TIME FOR THE GAME
'CAUSE I NEED YOU
YEAH, YEAH, BUT I NEED YOU
OO, I NEED YOU
WHOA, I NEED YOU
OO, ALL THIS TIME
Miami Classico Part Deux
Just a few snaps from my recent trip to see Christina. It was a pleasant time, made even more pleasant with a stay at her friend's condo at the Canyon Ranch. I became an instant fan of the spa. I would like to go again and take advantage of all the classes.
Sunday, May 2, 2010
My Favorite New Find
www.lush.com
After spending a daunting, hot day at the theme park with my mom yesterday, we spent a few hours at the Florida Mall to meet up with my brother and girlfriend for a few hours. I was delighted, and undelighted at the same time, to find a store that I could spend endless amounts of money in. Yes, not good for the old pocket book. Lush has an assortment of naked, handmade cosmetics. I tried some of the bath fizzies, and the solid lotion. The lotion is made of shea butter and real chocolate. I want to really eat it. Good thing the closest one is at the Florida Mall. If there was a store in the Altamonte Mall, I'd never have any spare cash in my wallet.
After spending a daunting, hot day at the theme park with my mom yesterday, we spent a few hours at the Florida Mall to meet up with my brother and girlfriend for a few hours. I was delighted, and undelighted at the same time, to find a store that I could spend endless amounts of money in. Yes, not good for the old pocket book. Lush has an assortment of naked, handmade cosmetics. I tried some of the bath fizzies, and the solid lotion. The lotion is made of shea butter and real chocolate. I want to really eat it. Good thing the closest one is at the Florida Mall. If there was a store in the Altamonte Mall, I'd never have any spare cash in my wallet.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
It Was a Perfect Tuesday all around
I usually really, really like Tuesdays for the obvious reasons. One- I have the day off from work. Two- I spend it out in service. Three- It's not Monday or Wednesday. Haha. Today was especially nice. The group for service was nice and diverse, for a change. I didn't get a chance to work with Toby's sister from Pa, but I did get to go with Debbie on her study with Vivian.
It was such a nice and relaxing morning on the study. She actually made us green tea with fresh mint leaves. So good. I traded her some of my Good Earth Sweet and Spicy Red Tea for some herbs that I hope to not let die in the next few weeks. After the study she dug up some fresh mint and Mexican cilantro.
I really enjoy going on people's studies because it gives you further opportunities to learn about the human race. People are so different. It' nice to see things out of other people's key holes, if you know what I mean. This lady lives on a nice size of property behind our Kingdom Hall. The land is extremely flat and marshy. I was curious why Debbie wanted me to turn her side mirrors of her car in as we exited the car. "If you don't turn them in, the birds spend all morning looking at themselves in the mirror, and they just poop all over my car." "Oh, really? I never thought about that." The turning in of the mirrors didn't help. About 15 minutes into our study, Debbie sighs and points out that a blue bird was perched on her mirror as it was turned in. He left her a nice present down the side of her car.
Thirty minutes into the study, we were visited by a sandhill crane at Vivian's back door. He steadily pecked at her french doors until she excused herself to feed him some bread. Talk about a bunch of naughty, spoiled birds. NO wonder I don't like birds very much.
I was able to go to Miriam in the afternoon. It is so nice to sit with someone on a study and learn so much about them. She has lived such a full life. I always loved listening to her stories about Canada, the farm, having children and all the other fun stuff in life. I will miss her if she moves to Arkansas, but I am sure we'll keep in touch.
I finished the evening off with tacos and homemade mojitos, thanks to the fresh mint. I really hope tomorrow will be as much fun as today. I doubt it.
It was such a nice and relaxing morning on the study. She actually made us green tea with fresh mint leaves. So good. I traded her some of my Good Earth Sweet and Spicy Red Tea for some herbs that I hope to not let die in the next few weeks. After the study she dug up some fresh mint and Mexican cilantro.
I really enjoy going on people's studies because it gives you further opportunities to learn about the human race. People are so different. It' nice to see things out of other people's key holes, if you know what I mean. This lady lives on a nice size of property behind our Kingdom Hall. The land is extremely flat and marshy. I was curious why Debbie wanted me to turn her side mirrors of her car in as we exited the car. "If you don't turn them in, the birds spend all morning looking at themselves in the mirror, and they just poop all over my car." "Oh, really? I never thought about that." The turning in of the mirrors didn't help. About 15 minutes into our study, Debbie sighs and points out that a blue bird was perched on her mirror as it was turned in. He left her a nice present down the side of her car.
Thirty minutes into the study, we were visited by a sandhill crane at Vivian's back door. He steadily pecked at her french doors until she excused herself to feed him some bread. Talk about a bunch of naughty, spoiled birds. NO wonder I don't like birds very much.
I was able to go to Miriam in the afternoon. It is so nice to sit with someone on a study and learn so much about them. She has lived such a full life. I always loved listening to her stories about Canada, the farm, having children and all the other fun stuff in life. I will miss her if she moves to Arkansas, but I am sure we'll keep in touch.
I finished the evening off with tacos and homemade mojitos, thanks to the fresh mint. I really hope tomorrow will be as much fun as today. I doubt it.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Roses and Orange Blossoms Make Pollen Sort of Worth It, Kinda......
So spring carries on. The allergies are in full effect. My nose feels like falling off every single morning. Hand me the Benadryl, stat. The more I rake in my yard, the more the leaves fall. I feel like I am engaging in what Judith Bissey calls "an exercise of futility." I could spend hours and hours complaining about all the allergy related things about spring. But that would take away from all the wonderful things that are too numerous.
The first thing that I love about this season is the intensity that everything bloomed. That probably explains why there is such an abundance of pollen. The color of the azaleas pops like an Andy Warhol painting, something I haven't seen in a long time. As I drove in service this afternoon, I saw the most beautiful patch of wisteria on a fence. It was the most lovely shade of purple.
The smells of spring are the best. I've discovered that my small puny tea rose bush has a talent that I never noticed before. I've never thought much about this unkempt bush of thorns. The thorns are rough, and it is tucked in a corner in my yard. It has produced buds and small roses for the last two years. They usually died before I could every enjoy or pick them. This year the bush produce 2 or 3 roses at a single time. I picked one the smell it and the odor almost floored me in a good way. The rose smelled like a sweet glass of cabernet savignon. This sad, bent over flower with leaves that folded in seemed less like a loser to me. I've already picked 4 flowers this week. I am going out to the edge of the yard everyday just to see if there are any more of my wine roses:)
The first thing that I love about this season is the intensity that everything bloomed. That probably explains why there is such an abundance of pollen. The color of the azaleas pops like an Andy Warhol painting, something I haven't seen in a long time. As I drove in service this afternoon, I saw the most beautiful patch of wisteria on a fence. It was the most lovely shade of purple.
The smells of spring are the best. I've discovered that my small puny tea rose bush has a talent that I never noticed before. I've never thought much about this unkempt bush of thorns. The thorns are rough, and it is tucked in a corner in my yard. It has produced buds and small roses for the last two years. They usually died before I could every enjoy or pick them. This year the bush produce 2 or 3 roses at a single time. I picked one the smell it and the odor almost floored me in a good way. The rose smelled like a sweet glass of cabernet savignon. This sad, bent over flower with leaves that folded in seemed less like a loser to me. I've already picked 4 flowers this week. I am going out to the edge of the yard everyday just to see if there are any more of my wine roses:)
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Spring is here again
So we've wrapped up what has been considered one of the coldest winters in central Florida. Brrrrrrrr. Yes, it's nothing compared to what all my friends up north dealt with, but we've experienced one cold snap that didn't last for 3 weeks. The sleet and snow flurries were quite a treat. I really loved making the sleet man that lasted for almost two days on my patio.
I am so ready to dig my hands into the soil and really garden this year. Marigolds will go around the mailbox in the front. The front yard was a tad too sunny for the impatiens and they all melted away in the heat and cold last year. R.I.P., dear impatiens. You succumbed to my wrath of bad gardenership.
I am sad to say that I think my Ipod has bid adieu. I dropped it one too many times in the yard and it will not stay charged. I will have to work in the yard to the sound of the many song birds in my natural aviary.
I spotted two large nests in the tree on the west side of my yard. Perhaps it's the owls. Ah, the pair of owls are allowed to stay around, as long as they pay a blind eye to stray kittens in the woods as food.
Work has been strangely so busy. It is nice to have an extra set of hands. I have to remind myself constantly that my work at the vet's office is my avocation, not my vocation. I have to constantly remind myself to do my work and not be too involved in all the drama. It can be so hard to have the right attitude.
I have also decided to start taking Omega 3 Fatty acids and vitamins on a regular basis. Vitamins are a hard thing for me to keep up with. I cannot stand the taste of them. I always get a giggle from people when I tell them I must eat chewable. I am such a wimp about pills.
I am so ready to dig my hands into the soil and really garden this year. Marigolds will go around the mailbox in the front. The front yard was a tad too sunny for the impatiens and they all melted away in the heat and cold last year. R.I.P., dear impatiens. You succumbed to my wrath of bad gardenership.
I am sad to say that I think my Ipod has bid adieu. I dropped it one too many times in the yard and it will not stay charged. I will have to work in the yard to the sound of the many song birds in my natural aviary.
I spotted two large nests in the tree on the west side of my yard. Perhaps it's the owls. Ah, the pair of owls are allowed to stay around, as long as they pay a blind eye to stray kittens in the woods as food.
Work has been strangely so busy. It is nice to have an extra set of hands. I have to remind myself constantly that my work at the vet's office is my avocation, not my vocation. I have to constantly remind myself to do my work and not be too involved in all the drama. It can be so hard to have the right attitude.
I have also decided to start taking Omega 3 Fatty acids and vitamins on a regular basis. Vitamins are a hard thing for me to keep up with. I cannot stand the taste of them. I always get a giggle from people when I tell them I must eat chewable. I am such a wimp about pills.
Nemesis
'Neath an avalanche - soft as moss
I'm a creeping and intangible sense of loss
I'm the memory you can't get out your head
If I leave you now
You'll wish you were somewhere else instead
I'm the manta ray - I'm the louse
I am a photograph they found in your burned out house
I'm the sound of money washing down the drain
I am the pack of lies baby that keeps you sane
Gates of Heaven are open wide
God help me baby I'm trapped inside
Feel like I'm buried alive
I'm the bottom line - of the joke
I am ecstasy - spilling like bright egg yolk
I'm the thoughts you're too ashamed to ever share
And I am the smell of it - you're trying to wash out of you hair
Gates of Heaven are open wide
God help me baby I'm lost inside
Feel like I'm buried alive
Possibilities limitless
Just give me something that's more than this
One shot and I'll never miss
yes
I'm the babe that sleeps through the blitz
I am a sudden and quite unexpected twist
I am your one true love who sleeps with someone else
I am your nemesis
Baby I'm life sweet life itself
I'm a creeping and intangible sense of loss
I'm the memory you can't get out your head
If I leave you now
You'll wish you were somewhere else instead
I'm the manta ray - I'm the louse
I am a photograph they found in your burned out house
I'm the sound of money washing down the drain
I am the pack of lies baby that keeps you sane
Gates of Heaven are open wide
God help me baby I'm trapped inside
Feel like I'm buried alive
I'm the bottom line - of the joke
I am ecstasy - spilling like bright egg yolk
I'm the thoughts you're too ashamed to ever share
And I am the smell of it - you're trying to wash out of you hair
Gates of Heaven are open wide
God help me baby I'm lost inside
Feel like I'm buried alive
Possibilities limitless
Just give me something that's more than this
One shot and I'll never miss
yes
I'm the babe that sleeps through the blitz
I am a sudden and quite unexpected twist
I am your one true love who sleeps with someone else
I am your nemesis
Baby I'm life sweet life itself
Sunday, March 28, 2010
Awesome Video
OkGo! has done it again. I am amazed every time I see this. Reminds me of the game Mousetrap.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Another 5 Years.......
I really can't believe it has been 5 years of marriage. Really, where does the time go? I've obviously neglected this task of writing on this blog, seeing that I have been so busy. Lots to do, I guess.
Jason and I went to St. Augustine for the 2nd time. We were able to tour the San Sebastian Winery. Our only souvenir was a delicious case of the tasty wines from San Sebastian. I never knew muscadine grapes were native to Florida. I think we used to actually pick them in our neighborhood when I was a kid. They make a great wine.
The weather has been unusually cool this year. In fact, it is the coldest winter on record, if you average the temperature everyday. All winter, it was an average of 56 degrees. I did enjoy wearing the occasional sweater and scarf, for once. I usually wear a scarf one time a year. I probably wore a scarf everyday for 3 weeks. Unbelievably cold, I tell you. Be prepared for a really brutal warm season. Look out for those hurricanes:(
Jason and I went to St. Augustine for the 2nd time. We were able to tour the San Sebastian Winery. Our only souvenir was a delicious case of the tasty wines from San Sebastian. I never knew muscadine grapes were native to Florida. I think we used to actually pick them in our neighborhood when I was a kid. They make a great wine.
The weather has been unusually cool this year. In fact, it is the coldest winter on record, if you average the temperature everyday. All winter, it was an average of 56 degrees. I did enjoy wearing the occasional sweater and scarf, for once. I usually wear a scarf one time a year. I probably wore a scarf everyday for 3 weeks. Unbelievably cold, I tell you. Be prepared for a really brutal warm season. Look out for those hurricanes:(
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
It's a Radiohead and Wilco morning
I've become quite addicted to Pandora. What has been a better invention than internet radio? I think it will be soon when conventional radios will be pitched out of peoples cars at record speed. You seriously can listen to anything. I just wish I could figure out how to take it with me. I think it is a sin to pay for radio. It must be how people thought 30 or so years ago about paying for cable tv. Now we can't live without it.
My brother visited this weekend. It was bittersweet. I was sad to see him so sad. To top it off, he forgot his wallet in Savannah and drop his cell phone in the toilet. I was glad to be of service to him and tell him the rice trick to get the moisture out. I have talked to plenty of people who have dropped their phones in the crapper and it seems to work. I want to go visit him soon and actually take Jason with me. He's never been to Savannah and I want to take advantage of having a place to stay while I can.
I believe we will be going to St. Augustine next month. It will be a busy few weeks until then. Jason has a talk on the 13th in Sanford. I have a tea party the following week, and our circuit overseer will be here the following week. Busy busy busy. And because we unknowingly got married during bike week, we can never book anything on our actual anniversary because everything is mad packed. So the following weekend is when we celebrate. I can't believe it has been 5 years. It flies, for sure.
My brother visited this weekend. It was bittersweet. I was sad to see him so sad. To top it off, he forgot his wallet in Savannah and drop his cell phone in the toilet. I was glad to be of service to him and tell him the rice trick to get the moisture out. I have talked to plenty of people who have dropped their phones in the crapper and it seems to work. I want to go visit him soon and actually take Jason with me. He's never been to Savannah and I want to take advantage of having a place to stay while I can.
I believe we will be going to St. Augustine next month. It will be a busy few weeks until then. Jason has a talk on the 13th in Sanford. I have a tea party the following week, and our circuit overseer will be here the following week. Busy busy busy. And because we unknowingly got married during bike week, we can never book anything on our actual anniversary because everything is mad packed. So the following weekend is when we celebrate. I can't believe it has been 5 years. It flies, for sure.
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Life is What you Make it......Really?
Lots of things have been going on in the world around me. I send my regards to those who are suffering in Haiti. It amazes me how destructive earthquakes can be. Tragedies on a large scale, indeed. Some of my friends around me are dealing with personal tragedies. Health scares, relationship problems, personal demons. There is no shortage. It is all the sign of the times, I am afraid. I seriously have them in my thoughts and my prayers.
It also gives me a chance to look at my own life and contemplate how I view life and those around me. Can I personally say that I am making the best use of my life? I always strive to give Jehovah and my family my all. It can be hard to be focused on what is so important in these hard times. No one seems to be immune to difficulties. I guess it is so vital to put selfishness aside. Selfishness is the core of any trouble within any relationship, whether it be in marriage, friendship, employment. Blah, blah, blah.
We have done some remodeling at work. We switched from old fashioned manual radiograph processing to digital. Yes, it is death to the dip tanks. I hate those things. I could have gone through my whole life without smelling developer and fixer. It is the worse smell ever. We ripped those tanks out and installed shelving. It was both fun and tiring to organize all of our supplies. It has inspired me to redesign my closet. It's not a needed thing at the moment, but I will plan to do a little at a time to make the most use of my closet space.
I saw my friend Gillian yesterday. She and her husband adopted a beautiful orange cat from the pound. My new nephew. >^..^< Ha!
Anyway, I guess my realization to to stick to Jehovah. Stick close to your mate. Work hard at your job. Keep your nose clean and don't gossip. Everything you'd read in the latest magazines. Just trying to apply it. That's the hard part.
It also gives me a chance to look at my own life and contemplate how I view life and those around me. Can I personally say that I am making the best use of my life? I always strive to give Jehovah and my family my all. It can be hard to be focused on what is so important in these hard times. No one seems to be immune to difficulties. I guess it is so vital to put selfishness aside. Selfishness is the core of any trouble within any relationship, whether it be in marriage, friendship, employment. Blah, blah, blah.
We have done some remodeling at work. We switched from old fashioned manual radiograph processing to digital. Yes, it is death to the dip tanks. I hate those things. I could have gone through my whole life without smelling developer and fixer. It is the worse smell ever. We ripped those tanks out and installed shelving. It was both fun and tiring to organize all of our supplies. It has inspired me to redesign my closet. It's not a needed thing at the moment, but I will plan to do a little at a time to make the most use of my closet space.
I saw my friend Gillian yesterday. She and her husband adopted a beautiful orange cat from the pound. My new nephew. >^..^< Ha!
Anyway, I guess my realization to to stick to Jehovah. Stick close to your mate. Work hard at your job. Keep your nose clean and don't gossip. Everything you'd read in the latest magazines. Just trying to apply it. That's the hard part.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Something to make you Giddy Inside......
Oh, it's early on a Sunday morning. The birds are chirping. My husband still sleeps as I type this. Getting ready to do a little study and then some breakfast, I think. We had a interesting seminar about radiation at work yesterday. Oh, the joys of being a tech. It's making me think twice before forgetting my thyroid guard when I shoot an xray. Radiation is not cool.
Sunday, January 10, 2010
Florida Winter Wonderland, sort of ........
Yesterday was the coldest day ever. We woke early to hear the tiny ping of sleet on our roof. In Florida, we get all excited when any kind of ice is formed by the weather. Except for hail, of course. That can really screw up a paint job on your car, or it could knock out your windows. I learned that sleet is the mini-version of hail. It comes down with the rain like little pellets of mist. It was weird to have it in my hair and on my face. It was fun to make the token snowman and snowball for laughs.
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