Saturday, November 27th 2010
Tonight we are going to an engagement party for D's twin brother and his fiancee. All of our friends will be there and it should be a really fun night!
To congratulate them, we bought a bottle of fancy champagne and wrote a little note to go with it. I'm not sure if they'll be able to drink it before heading back to their home in New York, but if not, maybe they'll keep it here and have it when they return for Christmas!
Peace :)
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Small White Coat
Friday, November 26th 2010
Some might say it's crazy to do, but I decided to brave the shopping mall today. I haven't shopped the day after Thanksgiving for over 10 years and since I had the day off, I thought I'd check it out.
It wasn't too bad. Probably because it was 1pm in the afternoon and everyone started 12 hours earlier! I found some coats that were on sale and started looking closer to find the right size & color to try on. That's when I noticed a girl about 15 yrs old or so who was becoming very flustered.
"Ugh!" She said in a quiet voice but I could tell she wanted to scream. Maybe she had been out since 1am.
"What are you looking for?" I asked her.
Shocked that someone noticed her she answered shyly, "The white one in a small."
Oh, wouldn't you know that's what I had in my hand! I'm still wondering if she saw me pick up the last one and that's why she was making so many noises...
So I said, "You can have this one" and I handed it to her. No big deal to me. It helped make my decision easier!
She seemed pleased and timidly accepted it.
It might have been someone elses, I'm not sure, but a few minutes later I saw a small white coat thrown back down on a table nearby. Oh well! I left happily with a gray coat in my bag.
Peace :)
Some might say it's crazy to do, but I decided to brave the shopping mall today. I haven't shopped the day after Thanksgiving for over 10 years and since I had the day off, I thought I'd check it out.
It wasn't too bad. Probably because it was 1pm in the afternoon and everyone started 12 hours earlier! I found some coats that were on sale and started looking closer to find the right size & color to try on. That's when I noticed a girl about 15 yrs old or so who was becoming very flustered.
"Ugh!" She said in a quiet voice but I could tell she wanted to scream. Maybe she had been out since 1am.
"What are you looking for?" I asked her.
Shocked that someone noticed her she answered shyly, "The white one in a small."
Oh, wouldn't you know that's what I had in my hand! I'm still wondering if she saw me pick up the last one and that's why she was making so many noises...
So I said, "You can have this one" and I handed it to her. No big deal to me. It helped make my decision easier!
She seemed pleased and timidly accepted it.
It might have been someone elses, I'm not sure, but a few minutes later I saw a small white coat thrown back down on a table nearby. Oh well! I left happily with a gray coat in my bag.
Peace :)
Saturday, November 27, 2010
Happy Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 25th 2010
Happy Thanksgiving! Once we got home last night, it was a nice feeling to be here. I guess I missed it more than I thought. Althought it's only about 36 degrees and shockingly cold!
My family was all coming over to my mom and dad's house at noon, so D and I left town early to get there in time to help set up and visit before the guests arrived. We picked up a couple bottles of Pinot Noir on the way which ended up being so good I want to go back and pick up some more while it's still half-off.
My mom suggested I stop and pick up a can of whipped cream to make it easy although she had already bought the ingredients to make homemade whipped cream. "No way! I'll gladly whip up some whipped cream when I get there!" I said. Even though whipped cream of any kind is one of my all time favorite treats, there is no better kind than homemade. And I think everyone else will like it too. Plus, I get to do some taste-testing while I make it! You know, just to make sure there's enough sugar and vanilla ;)
The time we had was great. Lots of laughs, a little story telling, good food and a few talks about our upcoming wedding!
Peace :)
Happy Thanksgiving! Once we got home last night, it was a nice feeling to be here. I guess I missed it more than I thought. Althought it's only about 36 degrees and shockingly cold!
My family was all coming over to my mom and dad's house at noon, so D and I left town early to get there in time to help set up and visit before the guests arrived. We picked up a couple bottles of Pinot Noir on the way which ended up being so good I want to go back and pick up some more while it's still half-off.
My mom suggested I stop and pick up a can of whipped cream to make it easy although she had already bought the ingredients to make homemade whipped cream. "No way! I'll gladly whip up some whipped cream when I get there!" I said. Even though whipped cream of any kind is one of my all time favorite treats, there is no better kind than homemade. And I think everyone else will like it too. Plus, I get to do some taste-testing while I make it! You know, just to make sure there's enough sugar and vanilla ;)
The time we had was great. Lots of laughs, a little story telling, good food and a few talks about our upcoming wedding!
Peace :)
Hand Washed Dishes & Coffee
Wednesday, November 24th 2010
We were all packed and just about ready to head to the airport to fly home when I realized there was a sink full of dishes (which I vaguely remember saying last night that I would take care of them ;) Everyone was doing their share of the work and I began on the dishes.
It took about 30 minutes to load up the dishwasher and hand wash all the glasses, which wasn't too bad.
Then we headed to the airport! I bought coffee on the way for the others and luckily we made it in plenty of time because the coffee shop took about 10 extra minutes that we weren't planning on. No big deal though!
It was an awesome vacation and now it's time to head home. I wouldn't mind staying another week in the warm weather with no worries...
Peace :)
We were all packed and just about ready to head to the airport to fly home when I realized there was a sink full of dishes (which I vaguely remember saying last night that I would take care of them ;) Everyone was doing their share of the work and I began on the dishes.
It took about 30 minutes to load up the dishwasher and hand wash all the glasses, which wasn't too bad.
Then we headed to the airport! I bought coffee on the way for the others and luckily we made it in plenty of time because the coffee shop took about 10 extra minutes that we weren't planning on. No big deal though!
It was an awesome vacation and now it's time to head home. I wouldn't mind staying another week in the warm weather with no worries...
Peace :)
Friday, November 26, 2010
Best Massage Ever
Tuesday, November 23rd 2010
It's our last full day of vacation today and I decided to splurge and go for a 30 minute deep tissue massage treatment. It was the best massage (and the most painful) I have ever had! I feel like I can breathe so much easier than before which I didn't realize I was having any trouble until now when I notice the improvement. It's awesome!
The technician spent the entire 30 minutes on my shoulders and neck because that's where I needed it most, she said. It was also nice because she didn't talk much at all. I don't like it when they ask a bunch of questions and talk a lot. It's hard to relax when they do that.
After it was over, I let her know how great of job she did and that it was the best massage I've ever had. She seemed delighted to hear it.
Peace :)
It's our last full day of vacation today and I decided to splurge and go for a 30 minute deep tissue massage treatment. It was the best massage (and the most painful) I have ever had! I feel like I can breathe so much easier than before which I didn't realize I was having any trouble until now when I notice the improvement. It's awesome!
The technician spent the entire 30 minutes on my shoulders and neck because that's where I needed it most, she said. It was also nice because she didn't talk much at all. I don't like it when they ask a bunch of questions and talk a lot. It's hard to relax when they do that.
After it was over, I let her know how great of job she did and that it was the best massage I've ever had. She seemed delighted to hear it.
Peace :)
Neosporin
Monday, November 22nd 2010
My soon-to-be sister-in-law, Miss C, had a little accident last week and hurt her knees. They look so painful and she's having trouble moving around normally because they hurt so much.
She didn't have anything to put on them to speed up the healing, so when we got to the golf course I looked around the pro shop to find Neosporin. Sure enough, they had a tiny travel size packet!
I bought it just as she walked in and asked me what I was buying. The lady handed it back to me and I then passed it to Miss C. "This is what I bought!" I told her and we laughed.
I'm not sure if she'll use it, but I hope her knees get better quickly.
Peace :)
My soon-to-be sister-in-law, Miss C, had a little accident last week and hurt her knees. They look so painful and she's having trouble moving around normally because they hurt so much.
She didn't have anything to put on them to speed up the healing, so when we got to the golf course I looked around the pro shop to find Neosporin. Sure enough, they had a tiny travel size packet!
I bought it just as she walked in and asked me what I was buying. The lady handed it back to me and I then passed it to Miss C. "This is what I bought!" I told her and we laughed.
I'm not sure if she'll use it, but I hope her knees get better quickly.
Peace :)
Toys for Children
Sunday, November 21st 2010
Down at the local fudge shop, there was a donation box for a charity providing toys for local children. So, I put a dollar in the box! There wasn't much there, so I'm hoping they had just emptied it out the evening before. If not, maybe my $1 will spark people's attention and the funds will begin coming in now!
Peace :)
Down at the local fudge shop, there was a donation box for a charity providing toys for local children. So, I put a dollar in the box! There wasn't much there, so I'm hoping they had just emptied it out the evening before. If not, maybe my $1 will spark people's attention and the funds will begin coming in now!
Peace :)
Gum
Saturday, November 20th 2010
Due to a rainy day, we took a little drive out to the casino about 30 minutes away. On the sidewalk outside, I saw a piece of chewed up gum that looked like someone had just put it there. The gum looked like it was so eager to cling to the bottom of some lucky gambler's shoe! Yuck.
Should I risk grossing out the others and pick it up? Or I could get a piece of paper or find a leaf to set on top of it at least? Nope. I had a piece of paper in my pocket, so I used that to pick it up and throw away completely- gross or not. And no one saw anyway, so it was perfect.
Then I won $13!
Peace :)
Due to a rainy day, we took a little drive out to the casino about 30 minutes away. On the sidewalk outside, I saw a piece of chewed up gum that looked like someone had just put it there. The gum looked like it was so eager to cling to the bottom of some lucky gambler's shoe! Yuck.
Should I risk grossing out the others and pick it up? Or I could get a piece of paper or find a leaf to set on top of it at least? Nope. I had a piece of paper in my pocket, so I used that to pick it up and throw away completely- gross or not. And no one saw anyway, so it was perfect.
Then I won $13!
Peace :)
Dishes for 10
Friday, November 19th 2010
What a pleasure this vacation is so far! Sleeping in, exercising, golfing, bicycle riding and relaxing in the sun. Couldn't be better.
After we were finished eating dinner tonight, I picked up the others' plates, rinsed them off and put them in the dishwasher. I know it's only half the work, but it's something! And maybe I'll unload them tomorrow, who knows?
I can't imagine what it's like to live with a family of 10 all the time. I'm used to cleaning up for 2 and I thought that was a lot of work!
Peace :)
What a pleasure this vacation is so far! Sleeping in, exercising, golfing, bicycle riding and relaxing in the sun. Couldn't be better.
After we were finished eating dinner tonight, I picked up the others' plates, rinsed them off and put them in the dishwasher. I know it's only half the work, but it's something! And maybe I'll unload them tomorrow, who knows?
I can't imagine what it's like to live with a family of 10 all the time. I'm used to cleaning up for 2 and I thought that was a lot of work!
Peace :)
Tour of the House
Thursday, November 18th 2010
We had D's family over to the house we're staying in for dinner tonight. His grandma hadn't seen the house yet and looked interested as she looked all around her in the entry way. So, I offered to give her a tour.
We walked all over the house, room to room, her with her walker and me standing very close to make sure she was stable everywhere we went.
Time for dinner now!
Peace :)
We had D's family over to the house we're staying in for dinner tonight. His grandma hadn't seen the house yet and looked interested as she looked all around her in the entry way. So, I offered to give her a tour.
We walked all over the house, room to room, her with her walker and me standing very close to make sure she was stable everywhere we went.
Time for dinner now!
Peace :)
Carefully Folded $1
Wednesday, November 17th 2010
I stopped at the gas station early this morning as I ran a couple last minute errands. I didn't want to, but I know I really won't want to come home to an empty tank. Plus, if I spend all my money on the trip, it will be extra painful to spend another $30 on gas right when I get home!
When the man handed me my receipt, I gave him a folded up $1- carefully folded so as not to lead him to think it was any more than $1. He came to a complete stop and said, "Oh! You are sweet. Thanks!"
Then he smiled, nodded and walked off.
"Have a nice day!" I said as I rolled up the window.
Peace :)
I stopped at the gas station early this morning as I ran a couple last minute errands. I didn't want to, but I know I really won't want to come home to an empty tank. Plus, if I spend all my money on the trip, it will be extra painful to spend another $30 on gas right when I get home!
When the man handed me my receipt, I gave him a folded up $1- carefully folded so as not to lead him to think it was any more than $1. He came to a complete stop and said, "Oh! You are sweet. Thanks!"
Then he smiled, nodded and walked off.
"Have a nice day!" I said as I rolled up the window.
Peace :)
Pizza Tip
Tuesday, November 16th 2010
After work I knew we had a busy night ahead of us- packing, laundry, and getting ready to leave on vacation to California for a week!
I wanted to cook dinner in case we'd be eating out a lot coming up, but at the same time, I didn't want to make a mess in the kitchen and take too much time.
So, we picked up pizza from the pizza place downstairs instead. I got my money out to pay with what I thought was the right amount, then I would count out the tip for the jar separately. However, it turned out I gave them more cash than I thought and when he asked if what I gave them was correct, I didn't want to say, "No. Can I have some of that back?" That would be strange.
In the end, it was probably the right amount that I would have given anyway. It's just that I like to think it out carefully for a minute first. Here I had to make a quick decision which can be a challenge!
Peace :)
After work I knew we had a busy night ahead of us- packing, laundry, and getting ready to leave on vacation to California for a week!
I wanted to cook dinner in case we'd be eating out a lot coming up, but at the same time, I didn't want to make a mess in the kitchen and take too much time.
So, we picked up pizza from the pizza place downstairs instead. I got my money out to pay with what I thought was the right amount, then I would count out the tip for the jar separately. However, it turned out I gave them more cash than I thought and when he asked if what I gave them was correct, I didn't want to say, "No. Can I have some of that back?" That would be strange.
In the end, it was probably the right amount that I would have given anyway. It's just that I like to think it out carefully for a minute first. Here I had to make a quick decision which can be a challenge!
Peace :)
Acupuncture
Monday, November 15th 2010
Acupuncture is something I've always wanted to try, but never took the time to make an appointment and actually do it. So finally, last Friday I stopped in to a place near my work and made an appointment for today.
I went on my lunch break, feeling slightly apprehensive, yet eager to discover the results. I don't think I was just imagining it, but I came out feeling rejuvenated and at ease. It was like all my worries were gone, even if it was just for a few hours, it felt great!
I have been sluggish, impatient and a little irritable lately so I'm hoping this will improve my inner emotions to become more relaxed which will, in turn, improve interactions with those around me and make things better in general.
Peace :)
Acupuncture is something I've always wanted to try, but never took the time to make an appointment and actually do it. So finally, last Friday I stopped in to a place near my work and made an appointment for today.
I went on my lunch break, feeling slightly apprehensive, yet eager to discover the results. I don't think I was just imagining it, but I came out feeling rejuvenated and at ease. It was like all my worries were gone, even if it was just for a few hours, it felt great!
I have been sluggish, impatient and a little irritable lately so I'm hoping this will improve my inner emotions to become more relaxed which will, in turn, improve interactions with those around me and make things better in general.
Peace :)
Bracelet
Sunday, November 14th 2010
Tomorrow is my grandmother's birthday and since it falls on a Monday, my aunt hosted a birthday party for her tonight. Before I left town to attend, I went shopping downtown to find a nice, little piece of jewelry for her.
It didn't take long before I found a pretty "brushed" gold bracelet that I thought would look so nice on her and match some other pieces she already has.
I asked the sales lady if she could put it in a gift box and, along with that, she took the price tag off and wrapped it in tissue. All ready to go!
The whole family was there and we sang, ate cake, opened gifts and took lots of pictures. Happy Birthday Grammy!
Peace :)
Tomorrow is my grandmother's birthday and since it falls on a Monday, my aunt hosted a birthday party for her tonight. Before I left town to attend, I went shopping downtown to find a nice, little piece of jewelry for her.
It didn't take long before I found a pretty "brushed" gold bracelet that I thought would look so nice on her and match some other pieces she already has.
I asked the sales lady if she could put it in a gift box and, along with that, she took the price tag off and wrapped it in tissue. All ready to go!
The whole family was there and we sang, ate cake, opened gifts and took lots of pictures. Happy Birthday Grammy!
Peace :)
Sunday, November 14, 2010
Shoes & Head Lights
Saturday, November 13th 2010
I had another pair of shoes riding around in the trunk of my car for weeks waiting to be donated to the "Soles for Souls" box next to the coffee shop. The box isn't out early in the morning on my way to work, but since it's Saturday and I was going in later than normal, the box was out.
The shoes were all washed and clean so I hope someone is excited when they get them. They were one of my favorite pairs of tennis shoes which I've had since approx 2002. Believe it or not, they were in very good shape. It wasn't like I was giving an old, beat up pair or anything.
While driving home in the dark, there was a car in front of me without their lights on. I see this all the time lately and it's so dangerous! When it's dark and rainy, you can't see them at all. So I began flashing my brights at them, but they didn't notice. I continued to follow them up the hill, flashing them and then leaving my brights on for a few seconds- anything to get their attention.
After many desperate attempts, they turned their lights on. I continued to follow them over the very dark, windy road, hill all the way downtown. It is one of the most dangerous hills to be driving on at night with no lights, so I felt good knowing they had their lights on finally.
Peace :)
I had another pair of shoes riding around in the trunk of my car for weeks waiting to be donated to the "Soles for Souls" box next to the coffee shop. The box isn't out early in the morning on my way to work, but since it's Saturday and I was going in later than normal, the box was out.
The shoes were all washed and clean so I hope someone is excited when they get them. They were one of my favorite pairs of tennis shoes which I've had since approx 2002. Believe it or not, they were in very good shape. It wasn't like I was giving an old, beat up pair or anything.
While driving home in the dark, there was a car in front of me without their lights on. I see this all the time lately and it's so dangerous! When it's dark and rainy, you can't see them at all. So I began flashing my brights at them, but they didn't notice. I continued to follow them up the hill, flashing them and then leaving my brights on for a few seconds- anything to get their attention.
After many desperate attempts, they turned their lights on. I continued to follow them over the very dark, windy road, hill all the way downtown. It is one of the most dangerous hills to be driving on at night with no lights, so I felt good knowing they had their lights on finally.
Peace :)
Tip for Taking Too Long
Friday, November 12th 2010
At Subway today, the guy who made my sandwich and then was collecting my money ended up taking a good 3-5 minutes to complete the transaction. He entered cash when it was supposed to be card. Then the swiper wasn't reading the card and after about the 5th try, his coworker came up to help. It then had to be manually entered, etc etc.
I felt bad for him rather than frustrated. The line was backing up and I could tell he was stressing. So when we were all done, I gave him a tip to let him know I still appreciated all of his help even though it took longer than usual.
Peace :)
At Subway today, the guy who made my sandwich and then was collecting my money ended up taking a good 3-5 minutes to complete the transaction. He entered cash when it was supposed to be card. Then the swiper wasn't reading the card and after about the 5th try, his coworker came up to help. It then had to be manually entered, etc etc.
I felt bad for him rather than frustrated. The line was backing up and I could tell he was stressing. So when we were all done, I gave him a tip to let him know I still appreciated all of his help even though it took longer than usual.
Peace :)
Pizza
Thursday, November 11th 2010
It's Veteran's Day today and my work is giving us the day off with the option to come in if we want. Since there is so much to do and I'm leaving on vacation next week, I ended up working anyway. Just a short 8 hour day though. There were about 10 of us there, so it was kind of fun to have a casual day with a small group.
Last night I had the idea that I would treat everyone to pizza for lunch. Not a gourmet, expensive place, but more of a cheap-but-good pizza place. The idea started when I found $6 in the parking lot last night. I didn't feel good about picking it up and I tried to come up with a way to return it to the owner, but how do you do that?
I thought about giving it to a charity and then decided on using it toward our lunch. I've never found that much money on the ground before and now that I think about it, there is a good chance it was from my own pocket when I got out of my car earlier that day! Oh well.
Either way, it went toward some delicious pizza which our manager Miss R chipped in a little on too. Others offered, but the rest was on me. It was fun and if I had a lot more money, I'd like to do stuff like that more often.
Peace :)
It's Veteran's Day today and my work is giving us the day off with the option to come in if we want. Since there is so much to do and I'm leaving on vacation next week, I ended up working anyway. Just a short 8 hour day though. There were about 10 of us there, so it was kind of fun to have a casual day with a small group.
Last night I had the idea that I would treat everyone to pizza for lunch. Not a gourmet, expensive place, but more of a cheap-but-good pizza place. The idea started when I found $6 in the parking lot last night. I didn't feel good about picking it up and I tried to come up with a way to return it to the owner, but how do you do that?
I thought about giving it to a charity and then decided on using it toward our lunch. I've never found that much money on the ground before and now that I think about it, there is a good chance it was from my own pocket when I got out of my car earlier that day! Oh well.
Either way, it went toward some delicious pizza which our manager Miss R chipped in a little on too. Others offered, but the rest was on me. It was fun and if I had a lot more money, I'd like to do stuff like that more often.
Peace :)
Salads
Wednesday, November 10th 2010
After a really long day, I thought on my way home that cooking won't be in the plans for tonight! I usually like to cook, but lately I just haven't had the energy to grocery shop, cook, clean up the dishes and everything else that's involved in making just one meal.
I called D to see if Chipotle sounded good to him- and yes it did! Since I don't eat chicken or any other kind of meat (besides seafood) I like it when D skips the meat too. He can eat what he wants, but if I'm cooking or buying take-out, we typically both get a meatless meal.
I know he likes chicken on his salad though. Should I get him what I want or get him what he would want?
When it was my turn in line I told the lady, "I'd like 2 salads to go. One veggie and one with chicken please."
Peace :)
After a really long day, I thought on my way home that cooking won't be in the plans for tonight! I usually like to cook, but lately I just haven't had the energy to grocery shop, cook, clean up the dishes and everything else that's involved in making just one meal.
I called D to see if Chipotle sounded good to him- and yes it did! Since I don't eat chicken or any other kind of meat (besides seafood) I like it when D skips the meat too. He can eat what he wants, but if I'm cooking or buying take-out, we typically both get a meatless meal.
I know he likes chicken on his salad though. Should I get him what I want or get him what he would want?
When it was my turn in line I told the lady, "I'd like 2 salads to go. One veggie and one with chicken please."
Peace :)
Flowers for Miss N
Tuesday, November 9th 2010
I had to stop by the store this morning to pick up some pot luck treats, and I wanted to also pick up a little potted flower for one of our temporary workers, Miss N, who has been such a pleasure to work with for about 4 months now. She never complains, works hard, and makes jokes whenever we talk which is always a fun time.
There were so many cute flowers to choose from and I didn't know her tastes, but I decided on a bright pink & white variety. I wrote a thank you card to go with it and set in next to her computer before she arrived.
When she got to work, Miss N came over and with a big smile, told me that I made her day. A feeling rushed over me and all I could do was smile it felt so good to hear her say that.
Peace :)
I had to stop by the store this morning to pick up some pot luck treats, and I wanted to also pick up a little potted flower for one of our temporary workers, Miss N, who has been such a pleasure to work with for about 4 months now. She never complains, works hard, and makes jokes whenever we talk which is always a fun time.
There were so many cute flowers to choose from and I didn't know her tastes, but I decided on a bright pink & white variety. I wrote a thank you card to go with it and set in next to her computer before she arrived.
When she got to work, Miss N came over and with a big smile, told me that I made her day. A feeling rushed over me and all I could do was smile it felt so good to hear her say that.
Peace :)
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Planning Miss S's Going Away Party
Monday, November 8th 2010
Since one of my coworkers is leaving the office and moving to Montana this week, tomorrow is her last day and I wanted to do something nice for her.
I sent out an email to the department with a sign-up sheet for a pot-luck party. Another girl had a great idea to theme it- "Sweet & Savory" so that's what we did.
There weren't too many people to sign up on the list, but I'm sure we'll still have enough for everyone. Another coworker passed around a card that we all signed, and our manager bought her a beautiful Orchid. I hope Miss S will be delightfully surprised!
Peace :)
Since one of my coworkers is leaving the office and moving to Montana this week, tomorrow is her last day and I wanted to do something nice for her.
I sent out an email to the department with a sign-up sheet for a pot-luck party. Another girl had a great idea to theme it- "Sweet & Savory" so that's what we did.
There weren't too many people to sign up on the list, but I'm sure we'll still have enough for everyone. Another coworker passed around a card that we all signed, and our manager bought her a beautiful Orchid. I hope Miss S will be delightfully surprised!
Peace :)
T's Birthday
Sunday, November 7th 2010
Today is D's Dad's birthday. He isn't always the easiest person to shop for, but he asked for only one thing- iTunes gift cards. So that's what he got! He said he has over 400 songs he wants to buy, so maybe that will be his birthday gift again next year too!
We went out to dinner to a casual place of his choice and now that I look back- we forgot to sing! Oh well, I'm sure he's ok with that.
Happy Birthday T!
Peace :)
Today is D's Dad's birthday. He isn't always the easiest person to shop for, but he asked for only one thing- iTunes gift cards. So that's what he got! He said he has over 400 songs he wants to buy, so maybe that will be his birthday gift again next year too!
We went out to dinner to a casual place of his choice and now that I look back- we forgot to sing! Oh well, I'm sure he's ok with that.
Happy Birthday T!
Peace :)
Bridal Shower Gift
Saturday, November 6th 2010
Tonight I went to a bridal shower for my friend who is getting married in less than a month! Another friend and I went in on a gift for her- cute pajamas and a special, awesome-smelling delicates laundry detergent.
The party was so much fun- dinner, cocktails, photo slide show, games and lots of funny stories. I couldn't believe it when we realized we had been there for 7 hours! Time flies when you are having fun.
Peace :)
Tonight I went to a bridal shower for my friend who is getting married in less than a month! Another friend and I went in on a gift for her- cute pajamas and a special, awesome-smelling delicates laundry detergent.
The party was so much fun- dinner, cocktails, photo slide show, games and lots of funny stories. I couldn't believe it when we realized we had been there for 7 hours! Time flies when you are having fun.
Peace :)
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Take Out Lunch
Friday, November 5th 2010
Early this morning my coworker asked what the plan for lunch was. I said "I don't know but I'll be going to get something soon!"
He said he wouldn't be able to leave to get lunch today, so I offered to go and then asked my manager if she wanted something too since I know she loves the place I was going.
"Yes, I would!" She exclaimed as she walked right over with her wallet and gave me cash for her meal.
I took their orders and went to the restaurant. Last time the soup spilled, so I had to be extra careful and hold on to the lunches all the way back. It was delicious as usual!
Peace :)
Early this morning my coworker asked what the plan for lunch was. I said "I don't know but I'll be going to get something soon!"
He said he wouldn't be able to leave to get lunch today, so I offered to go and then asked my manager if she wanted something too since I know she loves the place I was going.
"Yes, I would!" She exclaimed as she walked right over with her wallet and gave me cash for her meal.
I took their orders and went to the restaurant. Last time the soup spilled, so I had to be extra careful and hold on to the lunches all the way back. It was delicious as usual!
Peace :)
Golf Shop Giftcard
Thursday, November 4th 2010
One of our friends has done a lot for D and me lately, so we wanted to thank him and let him know how much we appreciate it. I know he likes to golf so we thought a gift card to the local golf shop would be a good idea.
Today I bought the gift card and wrote a thank you note which we'll give to him tomorrow.
Thanks for all of your help Mr. J!
Peace :)
One of our friends has done a lot for D and me lately, so we wanted to thank him and let him know how much we appreciate it. I know he likes to golf so we thought a gift card to the local golf shop would be a good idea.
Today I bought the gift card and wrote a thank you note which we'll give to him tomorrow.
Thanks for all of your help Mr. J!
Peace :)
Pet Adoption Sign
Wednesday, November 3rd 2010I saw a sign tipped over in the parking lot today as I was parking to pick up a coffee. I thought it was a construction sign because it looked like new concrete was just poured with yellow tape and orange cones all around.
I thought, I'm going to do something unusual and go pick it up. And so I did. It turns out it wasn't a construction sign, it was a "Pet Adoption" advertisement!
I was having a rough morning until then, but somehow as soon as I picked up the sign and realized it was a good cause that I was picking up a sign for, all my frustrations vanished.
I drove off to work with a smile on my face, singing to the music and ready for a great day!
Peace :)
Tuesday, November 2nd 2010
This morning we had a meeting which led to some hurt feelings for at least one person who made it clear that that was what happened. I felt sincerely sad for the way he was spoken to and I wanted to make him feel better but didn't know how.
The only thing I could think of was to send him an email letting him know how I have been in his shoes before and that he is greatly appreciated for everything he does.
I think it helped a little. Well, I hope it helped a little at least.
Peace :)
This morning we had a meeting which led to some hurt feelings for at least one person who made it clear that that was what happened. I felt sincerely sad for the way he was spoken to and I wanted to make him feel better but didn't know how.
The only thing I could think of was to send him an email letting him know how I have been in his shoes before and that he is greatly appreciated for everything he does.
I think it helped a little. Well, I hope it helped a little at least.
Peace :)
Parking Spot
Monday, November 1st 2010
On my way through the parking lot at the grocery store, I noticed a car pulling out of a great spot. It was my turn to go and I had first choice of taking the spot or continuing out further. When I saw another car who appeared to be heading down the same way, I kept driving in order to let them have the close spot.
I don't know if they ended up taking it or not, but perhaps someone who needed a near-the-door spot or someone who was having a rough day ended up with it. Either way, I needed the exercise and was glad to park farther away.
Peace :)
On my way through the parking lot at the grocery store, I noticed a car pulling out of a great spot. It was my turn to go and I had first choice of taking the spot or continuing out further. When I saw another car who appeared to be heading down the same way, I kept driving in order to let them have the close spot.
I don't know if they ended up taking it or not, but perhaps someone who needed a near-the-door spot or someone who was having a rough day ended up with it. Either way, I needed the exercise and was glad to park farther away.
Peace :)
Clothes, High Heels & Apples
Sunday, October 31st 2010
I decided to go visit my family today because #1- I missed them, #2- I hadn't talked to them in person since D & I got engaged and I wanted to show my mom & grandma my new ring.
Since I know my mom's friend is the same size as I am and she liked getting some of my clothes a couple weeks ago, I went through my closet to find some more stuff she might like. I put them in a bag, along with a pair of unworn high heels for work, tossed them in the back seat and headed down the freeway.
I think my mom will offer her the clothes this week and if she can't use them or doesn't like them, we can find someone else who might want them.
I had a great time with everyone and since it's Halloween, I got to help my grandparents hand out apples to the little trick-or-treaters. So fun!
Peace :)
I decided to go visit my family today because #1- I missed them, #2- I hadn't talked to them in person since D & I got engaged and I wanted to show my mom & grandma my new ring.
Since I know my mom's friend is the same size as I am and she liked getting some of my clothes a couple weeks ago, I went through my closet to find some more stuff she might like. I put them in a bag, along with a pair of unworn high heels for work, tossed them in the back seat and headed down the freeway.
I think my mom will offer her the clothes this week and if she can't use them or doesn't like them, we can find someone else who might want them.
I had a great time with everyone and since it's Halloween, I got to help my grandparents hand out apples to the little trick-or-treaters. So fun!
Peace :)
Monday, November 1, 2010
Photographer
Saturday, October 30th 2010
D needed a photographer to go out with him to a Youth Soccer fundraising event at a local high school this morning and I was excited to take on the job! Kids, Fundraising, School, D, and a chance to help out- I'm there!
It was freezing cold this early morning, so the young soccer players wanted to get the photos taken as fast as possible. We set up the banners, arranged the group and started snapping pictures left and right.
I am not a professional photographer by any means and my camera is no where close to fancy, but they turned out great and it was something I've never done before. What a fun Saturday morning. Now I think I'll go back to bed.
Peace :)
D needed a photographer to go out with him to a Youth Soccer fundraising event at a local high school this morning and I was excited to take on the job! Kids, Fundraising, School, D, and a chance to help out- I'm there!
It was freezing cold this early morning, so the young soccer players wanted to get the photos taken as fast as possible. We set up the banners, arranged the group and started snapping pictures left and right.
I am not a professional photographer by any means and my camera is no where close to fancy, but they turned out great and it was something I've never done before. What a fun Saturday morning. Now I think I'll go back to bed.
Peace :)
Chinese Food
Friday, October 29th 2010
Being the last day of the month and also the busiest day for a lot of people in our department, our manager bought lunch for everyone at a place of our choice. Once fast food Chinese won the vote, I volunteered to order it since it appeared I had more free time than the others- at least a couple minutes to spare anyway.
Then it was getting close to time go pick it up and no one seemed to want to offer to do that, so I asked Miss J if she'd go with me and she said yes. I don't know if she really wanted to or if she was just helping out, but thanks Miss J! :)
So we picked up lunch for 32 people and with a car smelling like Chinese food, we drove back and set it all up. Yum!
Peace :)
Being the last day of the month and also the busiest day for a lot of people in our department, our manager bought lunch for everyone at a place of our choice. Once fast food Chinese won the vote, I volunteered to order it since it appeared I had more free time than the others- at least a couple minutes to spare anyway.
Then it was getting close to time go pick it up and no one seemed to want to offer to do that, so I asked Miss J if she'd go with me and she said yes. I don't know if she really wanted to or if she was just helping out, but thanks Miss J! :)
So we picked up lunch for 32 people and with a car smelling like Chinese food, we drove back and set it all up. Yum!
Peace :)
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