Cross stitching is done

Day 5

ALMOST done with the cross-stitching

Am I just a hiccup?

It seems that in the world of relationships, I appear to be a hiccup in one's road to happiness-in finding that one. Or I've just missed out on being the one-the last serious relationship before they end up marrying the wrong one. Yes, I've been married...married to someone who lied to me when I knew the truth about something that had happened before we were married and I still married him anyone. Several of my relationships since then I've been the hiccup or just missed out on being the one. I guess that's one reason why I'm not looking to remarry. If it happens great, if not, that's cool too. It really is nothing but a piece of paper and maybe a tax break. I do not plan on having the 2-legged children so no need to share a last name with someone else for that matter-and by the way, I never did change my last name when I was married. But I am tired of being that almost.

Day 4

I had wanted to get all the cross-stitching done but I was pleasantly surprised when the guy I'm dating came over earlier than expected.

Day 3

Completed the cross-stitching of the mouse yesterday.

Day 2

Quote of the Day

You never understand a person until you consider things from his point of view.

- Harper Lee, writer

My Favorite Animal

I'm Stitching Again

This is for my cousin who is expecting her first baby

Kitty Cats

Cool picture

Drama or Why I Should Finally Start Writing That Book

So I was talking with my usual weekend phone call-Rob...or my gay friend Rob as I refer to him as...last night instead of the weekend. I was filling him in on the latest goings-ons in my life-new man, new "friends," new stories about the exes, etc. He kept telling me last night that I really need to start writing that book that I've been wanting to do for a number of years. Question is....what would I write about? My life story? Does anyone REALLY want to know what the heck has gone on in my life? Really? Or should I go towards the fiction side? People from the writing class that I took were always interested in a character that I had created. Of course, she's loosely based on me so..........................

Picture of the Day

Aren't they cute?

Stressful Weekend

I didn't want a stressful weekend but it happened nonetheless. At least it is now over and hopefully things have been resolved and cleared up.

It's a good day

Slept well. Exercised this morning. It's going to be a great day!

Finished a project

I made this for Joey upon request

Managed to do some crafting

Worked on a latch hook that I had been working on previously in the year. I made some decent progress and have about 34 rows left to finish the huge thing. Now if I can just make myself do it!

3 Day Weekend

And I'm looking so forward to it. Tonight is Rent!

Lots of Drama

First a bomb scare which shut down the Interstate. Now there's a stand off that has been going on for hours. What is this city coming to?

I slept!

Holy Cow! I actually slept for almost 6 hours straight! It's a miracle!

Finally

A cool down is in sight-well actually hitting normal highs is in sight.
Other than that...........life is somewhat status quo.

Mole Removal

So I went to my first dermatology appointment today. I have had this mole that really should have been looked at YEARS ago. But I finally got it looked at today and it was promptly removed. Hopefully the biopsy will be clear. I should know in about a week or so.

Another hot weekend

Luckily we should be getting a break in the weather this week. I really should be doing some crafting but sitting on the floor while watching movies doesn't make it easy to stitch or latch hook.

ROCKSHOW withdrawal

No shows are lined up for the guys until July. Joey told me last night that their gig in Winston is a no-go thanks to a sponsor pulling out. What am I going to do with myself??????????????????????????????????????

The Joy of Pets

Or lack there of. So Suzie is ripping out her fur-first it started on one leg, now it's been expanded to another leg and her stomach. I've already taken her in once to see the vet. I just don't know how to stop her from doing it. And if it's allergies, what is she allergic to?

Just WOW

10 hours of playing tennis at Wimbledon and it's still not done...tied 59-59 in the 5th set.

Picture of the Day

Hottest Day of the Year so far

And of course the AC is not working at work. It's just too damn hot to do much. Plus the computers are acting up. And it's only the 2nd day of summer...can't wait to see what August brings us.

Another Recovery

Couldn't post yesterday as I was dealing with a hangover from drinking a wee bit too much Saturday night at Rockshow's show. It was hard taking video of the guys with an unsteady hand. And now it's back to work. Oh fun.

Another Saturday

And there's another Rockshow gig tonight. Wonder what I'm going to do when they're not playing next weekend! :)

TGIF

And things are looking good. Had a great date last night-went to see the A-Team and it was a good movie. The boys have another show tomorrow night and I'm looking forward to hearing some good rock and roll.

Happy Dance

Finished this last night and mailed it off to my Dad this morning.

When it Rains, it Pours

And that's all I'm gonna say.

Another good night of sleeping?

Is Hell freezing over? Are pigs flying? I almost NEVER get 3 nights in a row of good sleeping. So I'm feeling good!

Cross stitching is done!

Progress Day 3 and I'm done with the cross stitching. Just need to do the back stitching and it shall be complete. And then send it off to my dad for Father's Day.

Feeling Good

I woke up in a great mood this morning. Probably has something to do with the fact that I've been able to sleep the past two nights. Plus my knee is feeling better. Plus my credit score has gone up! Some small things but it all adds up!

Bum knee and a long week

So my knee doesn't want to cooperate with the rest of me and I guess it's okay since I'm sitting at a desk all day long. Which that alone makes for long days at work.
The weekend gigs were a success and I'm just ready to relax.

No Rest for the Weary

Weekends are supposed to be time to relax and avoid work. At least that's what they ate supposed to be for me. However, this weekend I'm doing band stuff. True, I don't need to but I do enjoy the music. Hmmm. Maybe I should go nap with the kids before Joey comes and gets my car.

TGIF

Unfortunately I won't be doing a lot of relaxation this weekend. My weekend is going to consist of a lot of ROCKSHOW! They're playing a local gig Saturday and a not so local gig Sunday. No rest for the weary!

Headache

Headaches suck. I woke up with one this morning. And silly me didn't take anything but caffeine this morning for it. Hope that I won't be suffering too bad.

Pissed Off

I wish I could understand why the hell I'm not losing any weight. It doesn't matter what I eat, drink, exercise, etc. It's really pissing me off to the point of I feel like saying fuck it. Of course I won't do that but still......

Progress Day 2

The SCALE

is just going in the wrong direction. Doesn't seem to matter how much exercise I do or what I eat. I keep gaining and gaining and gaining......sigh

Sure.....Blogger's been down most of the day

Sigh...it's Monday. And it's been one of those days. Computer systems crashing. Just the fact that it's Monday is bad enough!

missed a day

But I like to think that since I posted twice in one that I'm fine. Basically I'm exhausted. Went with ROCKSHOW to Jacksonville for a gig where the owner kept asking them to turn it down. Everyone was getting pissed. Dude, it's a rock band. They play rock music. Rock music is loud. But then he would say that they were one of the best bands that had played there in a long time. Really? Then let them fucking play how they play!!! Needless to say, them playing there again is close to zero. We didn't get home until about 5am. I can't even attempt to nap now because then my body will not sleep tonight.

Another Day

And I'm EXHAUSTED. So the band that Joey joined last year-ROCKSHOW-entered a local radio house band concert and they KICKED ASS. Out of all the bands, they were CLEARLY the most talented and I'm not saying it because I love the guys. However, they did not win last night. They came in 2nd place. Even though all of us know who the true winners were, some of us felt that the contest was slightly rigged. The winning band had only been together for 3 weeks.........3 WEEKS. And when they won, it was very obvious that they knew the DJ and way too many people in the audience. It just didn't add up. But that's neither here nor there...tonight Derek and Beatle from the band will be playing an acoustic set tonight at a local restaurant and I'm looking forward to it.

Day 3

I'm at work....bored already at it's only 10 something. I did put myself out there back in the online dating pool...oh joy. Guess I really should do something with this weight of mine. Can't wait for tonight so I can support Joey and the band in the local rock station's house band contest.

New Project...Day 1

Motivation....or lack there of

So any of you who know me or have been reading my blog over the last several years, know that I have ALWAYS struggled with my weight. I can't even remember the last time that I was "thin." Yes, I was 1.2 pounds from my goal weight when I was with Scott but that went out the door very quickly. The only "skinny" picture of me that I can remember is from when I was like ten. So weight has always been a problem. Lately it's been, I'll get up and workout to only then stop a few days later. I've asked friends and family to try to support me but that quickly stopped and I don't understand why it did. That certainly didn't help with me keeping up my end of the bargain in focusing and exercising and concentrating on what I need to eat to better myself-even though I tried. So again, today, after chatting with a dear friend last night about our weight issues, I got up and worked out. Not sure how long this will last. I really wish I had the money to go to the gym because when I had the gym membership before, I was using it. I made a point of using it. But being a broke ass social worker....doesn't help me do what I really want to do. What's even more pathetic is that I live on a beautiful lake that has a 3 mile walking path around it. You would think that I would just go and walk it but nope, not I. I really need to just go and do it. There is nothing stopping me but myself.

New Challenge

So I read somewhere that there is a daily blog challenge for the month of June-basically you're supposed to have an entry for every day of the month. I thought I'd give it a try. Who knows what craziness I'll come up with but I guess we'll all see what happens.
Update with me-not much of one. Just basically working 5 days a week instead of 4-this allows me to carpool with my friend and helps me save on gas and wear and tear on my car. Not dating anyone at the moment-was hanging out with one guy and then I stopped hearing from him-no biggie. But I have been in contact with a couple of exes that I'm still close with so who knows what will happen-if anything. I'm debating on putting myself up on Match.com or any other of those internet sites-I've always had good luck so who knows. I managed to read 9 books in the month of May-shocking since I've only been able to average around 4 a month since I moved down to NC. Been watching movies, lots of movies. Haven't been crafting and I probably should do something about that since I have so many gifts out there to do.

Cutie Alert

Cutie Alert

Cool picture

So What's New?

I'm now living by myself. Joey moved out May 1. I just turned 34 this past week. I had a staycation to celebrate but every day someone treated me to dinner, which was a nice change. I haven't been crafting that much. I have been reading a little more and watching my usual amount of dvds. My weightloss or lack there have has been eh.

Cuties Alert

Cuties Alert

Major Changes Coming

So Joey got an apartment with his friend Jeff. He moves Saturday. As much as he's a pain in the ass sometimes, I will miss living with him. Certainly helped financially and in case I needed someone to feed the cats. But now we will both be free to do what we want, when we want and not have to feel like we both need to let the other know. We will remain friends and I will certainly still be going to see him play with the guys.
In 13 days, I'll be 34. I'm certainly not where I would like to be as I approach my mid 30's but then again, I never really imagined that I would have made it this far. So I'll be buckling down with the finances and hopefully pay off some more credit cards. I'll hopefully be able to get a new car despite the hell I went through this past weekend in attempting to get one. I'm also planning on doing something about this weight that I've gained. I don't really have the motivation to do what I know I need to do-which is mainly exercise.
I definitely need to focus on Jen and see what I need and want. And attempt to get a little further in those dreams and goals.

Crafting

Been taking a break from the needlepoint/cross-stitching. My left wrist has been hurting me for a while and I'm hoping that it's nothing serious. I did do some work on the latch hook project that I had been working on before yesterday.

Cutie Alert

Progress Day 2

New Progress...Day 1

Happy Dance

Just finished this...gift for Mother's Day

Progress Day 2

New Project...Day 1

HAPPY DANCE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Day 35 and it's done....now I just have to get it framed

My unit is special

Had been fighting for designated spots for almost 2 years here...finally

Progress Day 34

Only a little bit of backstitching left (white, dark pink and black). The majority has been finished

Progress Day 33

Progress Day 32

Progress Day 31

Progress Day 30

And the dreaded backstitching has begun

Progress Day 29

Finished the cross stitching....now for the dreaded dreaded dreaded back stitching.

Progress Day 28

Cuties Alert

Progress Day 27

We have a sun!

Look from above

My little girl Boots

Progress Day 26

Well, this isn't going to be done in time for tomorrow....oh well. It continues.

Quote of the Day

It's not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, but the ones most responsive to change.

- Charles Darwin

Cuties Alert

View from my new home

Progress Day 25

Progress Day 24

Progress Day 23

Essentially all the cross-stitching is done.

Changes

So as I've posted before, I'm moving. And after waiting a while for an actual moving date, I have one....this upcoming Saturday. Now, of course, as I look around the apartment, I'm starting to feel overwhelmed but I shouldn't be since most of it is packed already. Joey will be finding a spot with his friend Jeff.
And with good news, there comes bad news. I heard about two deaths of people that are related to friends of mine. One of them I knew and who had been missing since Jan 19th.
Other than that...things have been status quo. I continue to work, craft, read, and watch movies.