Quote of the Day

I'm sick, sick, sick...but couldn't resist posting this when I saw it!

"Life loves to be taken by the lapel and told: 'I'm with you kid. Let's go.'"

– Maya Angelou

When's the Last Time YOU were Barenaked?

I went to the rockin'-est concert on Saturday night! Thanks Gina!!

With their charm and wit, the Barenaked Ladies entertained the people of Portland to the max. I couldn't have asked for a better show. I'm not sure there was a best part, but if I had to choose, it would probably be the impromptu songs they did between hits, many including facts/places from the Pacific Northwest.

If you've never seen them in concert, please do. Someday. Oh, and go to their website and download their latest CD - Barenaked Ladies Are Me - it's great, as usual.

Thank You

A Happy Thanksgiving to the readers of my blog, and so many more. I appreciate every hilarious comment and word of encouragement. Please don't ever stop being great people, writers, and friends. I couldn't appreciate you more.

I DID IT!!!

Just a note of self-praise/congratulations for actually finishing the 2006 Turkey Trot's 4-mile course this morning. AND, for jogging nearly the entire final mile. Woo-hoo!!

P.S. Next year I'll be jogging the whole thing!

Good Times, Good Times...

I'm kinda late posting this, but we had a great time at the beach last week/weekend. It was a lovely four-day-weekend with family & friends. Our annual girls weekend to celebrate November Birthdays (with one man - my dad). We rent a big house in Rockaway, Oregon. Lots of laughs, fun, stamping, and mostly FOOD. Oh, and did I mention food?? Yeah, there was lotsa eating going on. I managed to squeak by with only a small weight gain, though...and am in the process of getting that back off, and staying on track (right before Thanksgiving...heh). I know I can do it!

Anyway, the weather was terrific and the beach was gorgeous, as always. I've attached a picture of Twin Rocks...and my lovely daughter, of course. :-)

TTFN

Lost in a Fairytale...

Quote of the Day

"We either make ourselves miserable, or we make ourselves strong. The amount of work is the same."

Carlos Castaneda

My Weekend

I had a great 3-day weekend. These are about the only times I enjoy working for local government. Wait, did I just say that? Yeah, I did.

Anyway, on Friday, I joined the "wedding crew" at the nail salon to get my nails all prettied up. Oh, and the pedicure for the purdy toes, as well. That was fairly fun, although, customer service just ain't what it used to be.

After getting the church decorated and such, we had the rehearsal. Word of advice to others involved in weddings...go through it more than once. Just make the time. It'll be worth it in the long run.

Bright and early on Saturday, the "wedding crew" again reported to the salon for the hair experience. Val did a great job making our hairs look pretty. I can't wait to see pictures. The wedding was beautiful. Many tears were spilled, and hugs given. It was a fine day. The best part, though, for those in attendance (I'm sure) was watching me literally running around the bride to get her (stoopid) train straightened after the unity candle was lit. Why, oh, why was that my job? And, why, oh, why did they have to turn around as a couple instead of individually? That was NOT part of the rehearsal!

The speech given by the Best Man was a bit long, but had some humor. The speech given by me was, of course, charming and sweet. :-) And, speaking of sweet, the cake was scrumptious!

Sunday was fairly relaxing, although, I will admit that I had a rough time with my beautiful flower girl of a daughter. I'm not sure if it was due to being overly tired, or what. However, I am very thankful that I had the trouble with her the day before (which I forgot to mention) and the day after, instead of the actual day. She was an angel on Saturday...and looked like one too.

I did get The Great Gatsby added to my queue on Netflix. And, unfortunately, no Penthouse stories were read or written by me. Darn it. I'll really have to get the latest issue, soon.

Overall Update

I got an all-clear call from the doctor's office last night, on my way home. Apparently, I did not have an enlarged heart, as they were worried I did. According to the tests, my heart is completely normal. Thank you all for your thoughts, prayers, and well wishes.

I am keeping steady with exercise and eating healthy. I'm happy to say I've lost about 20 lbs. (and, since I weigh every day for statistical purposes, it depends on the day as to how much I've actually lost). At any rate, though, I feel much better already. I still have a long way to go; however, there's only one way to get there. And, I want to get there. So, I will stay the course.

Although, I love Fall weather, in general, the rain can stop any ol' time around this joint! It's a bit much when you spend TWO AND A HALF HOURS in the car on the way home from work. Just sayin'.

Wow-za!

This weekend, although busy, was a blast! My sister-like friend is getting married on Saturday, and I am the Maid of Honor. I set up a bachelorette party for her this past Saturday night. There were eight of us women. We met at La Caretta for dinner...yum. And, then we went to Darcelle's for an evening of entertainment. Well worth the time and money, by the way. And, if you ever go - make sure you stay for Midnight Madness. And, then hope and PRAY that you are lucky enough to meet Falcon.

He will blow your freakin' mind. :-)

Confusion, at its finest.

While we were sitting in the waiting room for my test, Brian and I were chatting. A nurse comes out from the back, and begins telling me why it's taking so long for me to be called back. But instead of prefacing it with those words, she just launches into explaining that her "trackball" is not working and that she may have to re-schedule if she can't get it working.

Brian and I, unbeknownst to one another, were looking at this lady thinking, 'Have you tried rebooting? Do we have to troubleshoot for YOU too? How do you know what we do for a living?'

I wonder if she could see the confusion that was written on our faces at that very moment.