I just want you all to know... that even if there is thunder and lightening tomorrow evening - I will still be sitting in Connie's jacuzzi.
That is all.
Thank you.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Monday, June 22, 2009
What do you guys think?
I'm on the look out for a red gown, and probably not going to find one. I spoke with a woman at one shop (after calling several who do not carry them) who was very nice and up front with me. She said each dress is an investment for the boutique, and though they can order one, they wouldn't carry one because it probably wouldn't sell. Which makes a lot of sense. But now, I am not sure what to do. I can maybe find a big red formal dress that's not a wedding gown to try on and see how I feel in it??? I felt so pretty in some of the off-white and white dresses that...it's definitely going to be a tough choice to make.
hmmmm....
hmmmm....
The Honeymoon's Over...
But not in that way. Frankie and I are still in love and getting along. It's just that we're back to CT, back to work, and back to routine. Which, by the way, is not so bad. It's nice to be home again and I can't wait to see everyone. I hope you all had a good time while we were away - I think Aim & Sher went to the lake, which must always be good, even with crummy weather.
We had my family over on Saturday for a cookout, and of course it started raining just as all the burgers were cooked and we sat down to eat. Figures. Sunday we went couch shopping (we finally ordered one!) and then to Frank's parents' house for Fathers Day. Baked chicken, potatoes, gravy, brocolli, and cake, YUM. So we told the fams all about the trip and had a relaxing weekend.
I think this coming weekend we're having a girlie day? I need to call Connie...
We had my family over on Saturday for a cookout, and of course it started raining just as all the burgers were cooked and we sat down to eat. Figures. Sunday we went couch shopping (we finally ordered one!) and then to Frank's parents' house for Fathers Day. Baked chicken, potatoes, gravy, brocolli, and cake, YUM. So we told the fams all about the trip and had a relaxing weekend.
I think this coming weekend we're having a girlie day? I need to call Connie...
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
A shift in priorities
How ironic. Sometimes I think of things at very – appropriate - times.
I’ve been in my current position for three years, I love it. I love the company, my coworkers, the work I do, the successes I have amassed, and the experience and experiences I have gained.
In the last year, my life has gone through a bit of a redesign. I have found companionship, love and joy and have started planning a wedding. With that comes the comfort that I have a constant anchor, a point of reference from which I will view the rest of my life. It sounds like something that might unnerve some people, in particular the younger me. However, without a center, I tend to float away from those I care about, and lose sight of the person I strive to become.
Having found my anchor, the one who will enjoy life along side me, I feel freed from uncertainty and able to explore what other desires in my life I can consider fulfilling. As long as those desires benefit my life and my family, I feel I can investigate a professional shift that will tie more closely to my personal satisfaction, capitalizing even more on my personal strengths.
The thoughts I recently had were geared towards entrepreneurialship. I’d love to own a pub, a place where I could both work and relax. Though I do consider drinking beer one of my personal strengths, I’m leaning towards the thinking that restaurant/bar ownership is out of my league, and while providing a great hangout for me and my friends, I would be exposed to the very challenging and stressful side of a business in the food and beverage industry. Not quite what I am going for.
So I mentioned to Sherri one day that would like to own a business and asked her what kind of business I should start? She supplied a list of activities she knows I am interested in and suggested I start with something I enjoy. Among the activities was fitness. I played sports in high school and try to lead a physically active life, though I have some down falls in the eating and drinking category.
I was thinking about what the benefits and drawbacks would be of becoming a personal trainer. And what I could do with my certification. One train of thought headed directly towards owning a spa/studio someday to get Mom’s back in fighting form, physically and aesthetically.
To get there, I would go to school to receive training and become certified. Begin working part-time at a gym or health club while working full time where I am, and take it from there. Whether I stick with a gym or head out on my own with my own book of clients, I hope that someday, I could help moms who recognize the positive mental and physical affects of being fit, but who have little time and drive to get there.
I’ve been in my current position for three years, I love it. I love the company, my coworkers, the work I do, the successes I have amassed, and the experience and experiences I have gained.
In the last year, my life has gone through a bit of a redesign. I have found companionship, love and joy and have started planning a wedding. With that comes the comfort that I have a constant anchor, a point of reference from which I will view the rest of my life. It sounds like something that might unnerve some people, in particular the younger me. However, without a center, I tend to float away from those I care about, and lose sight of the person I strive to become.
Having found my anchor, the one who will enjoy life along side me, I feel freed from uncertainty and able to explore what other desires in my life I can consider fulfilling. As long as those desires benefit my life and my family, I feel I can investigate a professional shift that will tie more closely to my personal satisfaction, capitalizing even more on my personal strengths.
The thoughts I recently had were geared towards entrepreneurialship. I’d love to own a pub, a place where I could both work and relax. Though I do consider drinking beer one of my personal strengths, I’m leaning towards the thinking that restaurant/bar ownership is out of my league, and while providing a great hangout for me and my friends, I would be exposed to the very challenging and stressful side of a business in the food and beverage industry. Not quite what I am going for.
So I mentioned to Sherri one day that would like to own a business and asked her what kind of business I should start? She supplied a list of activities she knows I am interested in and suggested I start with something I enjoy. Among the activities was fitness. I played sports in high school and try to lead a physically active life, though I have some down falls in the eating and drinking category.
I was thinking about what the benefits and drawbacks would be of becoming a personal trainer. And what I could do with my certification. One train of thought headed directly towards owning a spa/studio someday to get Mom’s back in fighting form, physically and aesthetically.
To get there, I would go to school to receive training and become certified. Begin working part-time at a gym or health club while working full time where I am, and take it from there. Whether I stick with a gym or head out on my own with my own book of clients, I hope that someday, I could help moms who recognize the positive mental and physical affects of being fit, but who have little time and drive to get there.
Friday, June 12, 2009
Pullin' the Rip Cord
I have discovered that being a working mom is very hard. It is hard to cram everything I need and want to do into each day. Eating healthy and exercising has fallen to the side and I have been grabbing what is convenient and comforting for dinner (bad Sherri!). Needless to say - I have gained a few lbs. I know, not because I have weighed myself (which I haven't) but because my clothes are snug. Not so snug that they don't fit, but snug enough to remind me through out the day that it is time to back away from the munchie-snacks-alcohol-cheese-covered-god-knows-what-that-was-I-just-ate crap.
To be quite honest, right now exercising and losing weight is just NOT a priority. I am focused on getting to work everyday, keeping the dishes and laundry clean, and spending as much time as I can with Logan. I have realized that I am comfortable in my body. I love myself - I enjoy picking out clothes that look nice even on my over-weight body. I am just not going to beat myself up and force myself into losing weight right now jsut because I am "supposed to"...
With that being said... I also DO NOT WANT TO PULL THE RIP CORD. At the VERY LEAST, I would like to maintain... So I am backing off a bit (not totally!) from the yummy goodies. I should maybe not have a drink EVERY day. And I think I am going to pick just ONE thing to focus on: my abs.
I am going to JUST focus on doing some ab work. Like I have done with things before, I will give it six weeks and if I don't notice a difference, I will quit!! (the secret being - I have never done anything for six weeks and NOT noticed a difference, but it feels good to give myself an "out".)
That is my plan...
To be quite honest, right now exercising and losing weight is just NOT a priority. I am focused on getting to work everyday, keeping the dishes and laundry clean, and spending as much time as I can with Logan. I have realized that I am comfortable in my body. I love myself - I enjoy picking out clothes that look nice even on my over-weight body. I am just not going to beat myself up and force myself into losing weight right now jsut because I am "supposed to"...
With that being said... I also DO NOT WANT TO PULL THE RIP CORD. At the VERY LEAST, I would like to maintain... So I am backing off a bit (not totally!) from the yummy goodies. I should maybe not have a drink EVERY day. And I think I am going to pick just ONE thing to focus on: my abs.
I am going to JUST focus on doing some ab work. Like I have done with things before, I will give it six weeks and if I don't notice a difference, I will quit!! (the secret being - I have never done anything for six weeks and NOT noticed a difference, but it feels good to give myself an "out".)
That is my plan...
Sunday, June 7, 2009
A perfect day for a wedding
The weather is going to be nearly 80 degrees, dry and sunny. Sounds like a perfect day for a wedding to me. Though I can't imagine all the excitement the bride and groom are feeling right now, I know it will be a gorgeous day, and a gorgeous wedding. Tee hee! I can't wait! Okay...now I have to go get ready :)
GOOD LUCK JEANNINE!
GOOD LUCK JEANNINE!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Today is as Good a Day as Any!
As I left my work today
I saw him sitting on the ground
No words to me did he say
Just stood and looked around
He looked a little bit dazed
And even more confused
He thought his mother must be crazed
To make him feel so abused
He was sitting very happily
He was feeling quite content
Until she pushed him from the tree
Without any sentiment
The ground rose up to meet him
Was it time to say good-bye?
His future began to look quite dim
He thought he might begin to cry
He made it to the ground just fine
He made it in one piece
His mom said, "Son of mine
You must try this again for me
As now the time has come, you see
There is none better than today
To learn to glide and soar so free
It's time for you to fly away!"
I saw him sitting on the ground
No words to me did he say
Just stood and looked around
He looked a little bit dazed
And even more confused
He thought his mother must be crazed
To make him feel so abused
He was sitting very happily
He was feeling quite content
Until she pushed him from the tree
Without any sentiment
The ground rose up to meet him
Was it time to say good-bye?
His future began to look quite dim
He thought he might begin to cry
He made it to the ground just fine
He made it in one piece
His mom said, "Son of mine
You must try this again for me
As now the time has come, you see
There is none better than today
To learn to glide and soar so free
It's time for you to fly away!"
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