Saturday, July 5, 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
Happy 4th of July
So far so good. It's been a, really good weekend. We got into Chicago early and into IN (we took the South Shore train) on time. We were starved though so we stopped at Pizza Hut in SB for lunch. It wasn't great but it was filling. Last night we hung out in S-town and drove my mom's Smart car. We had dinner at the local brewery, Fantail and then walked over to Sturgis's 4th of July festival - Ribs on the Runway. We were part of the early crowd and hung out at the airport a bit watching plans and helicopters fly around. We grabbed an elephant ear and then walked home where we hung out until it was time to catch the fireworks show. For Sturgis, it wasn't bad at all. It's been incredibly cool weather though. Normally it's 80's and humid. It's been in the 60's and breezy since we got here. Today we went to the Cord museum in Auburn and then after a nap we went to my high school friend, Kellyn's, house for a cookout and a game of bocce ball. Tomorrow we're heading to the lake shore. It should be a blast. We decided that next summer we're renting a lake house for a month - hang out, rent some motorcycles, be mellow. It should be a blast. So, plan on a visit to MI next summer.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Vet check
We're on our third vet with Remus. Not because we have a hard time with vets, but because we've moved a lot. Our first two vets were fabulous and I took them for granted. We have trouble with our current one. They make you wait forever, they take your animals into a back room to weigh them and get their vitals - which just stresses the animals out. Then, they wonder why the animals get finicky about having stuff performed. Remus has had regular check-ups every year (we're some of the few people who actually take our dogs in when they aren't sick, but just because they're due for a checkup) and he's never had an issue getting his temperature taken, getting blood drawn, or getting shots - until now. They've flagged him as "caution". And it's not the actual vet - she's fantastic - it's her techs. They don't know how to handle animals. And not just Remus - I heard a cat crying like he was being declawed without being knocked out. It's horrible. Remus needed a booster this morning and I waited for 45 min. I was pissed. I am pissed.
Monday, June 30, 2008
The New Normal
My trip was great. I feel happy and mellow. I can't say I feel well rested, but I definitely don't feel the agitation that comes from sleep deprivation any more; a feeling that was getting pretty common. I'm feeling the need to be less controlling in every little aspect of my life. That's how I know it's time for a break - dishes in the sink bug me to the point I can't concentrate on other things.
This is another short work week for me. On Thursday morning (at the crack of dawn) Travis and I take off to spend the 4th with my parents. The following week, however, will be packed with work. I'm working 6 days next week and Saturday will be a 10 hour day. Not, fun, but the price I pay for taking two, 4-day weekends in a row.
After that insane week though, I go down to part-time at Sunflower. I'll be focusing on some work for my dad as well as working on building a name as a freelancer. Over the years I've decided I have little interest in working for other people (as far as having a direct boss dictate my time). Travis has gotten a new job and thanks to a real effort on our part - financially, things have settled down a lot; which gives me a great opportunity to build a name as a freelance writer without a lot of pressure to make a lot of cash right away. So, now is the time to take advantage of me because my rates will be really reasonable - and sometimes free.
I'm also going to spend a chunk of my time doing some volunteer work - most likely at the Humane Society. It's become increasingly important to me to feel like my work and how I spend my time matters - I want to feel like I've made a difference at the end of the day - something, I rarely feel right now. I need emotional satisfaction from my work and livelihood, not just a pay check. I'm very much looking forward to the coming weeks. Between a trip home and the chance to spend more time with the dogs, doing volunteer work, and writing - life is going to be pretty sweet. It's going to be a lot of hard work though. I need to find a level of discipline I haven't always had. But, I want this lifestyle change more than I ever have before.
I'm also going to be picking an event to train for this fall - either a half marathon or a bike race. I need to focus on my physical health more. I've lost 18 lbs. over the past year with very little focused effort. Imagine would I could do with some focused effort. I'd like to be able to add some physical accomplishments to my life resume' as well as some career ones.
I feel like I don't have much to talk about any more. I sat with Sarah and her group of friends and I didn't feel as though I had much to contribute. I feel like I'm missing out on a fulfilling life right now and I need that to change. I want to spend some time adding to my own arsenal of stories and adventures. I have a new rule: never say no to an invitation and go some place new twice a month (even if it's just a new restaurant). I need more experiences in my life.
This is another short work week for me. On Thursday morning (at the crack of dawn) Travis and I take off to spend the 4th with my parents. The following week, however, will be packed with work. I'm working 6 days next week and Saturday will be a 10 hour day. Not, fun, but the price I pay for taking two, 4-day weekends in a row.
After that insane week though, I go down to part-time at Sunflower. I'll be focusing on some work for my dad as well as working on building a name as a freelancer. Over the years I've decided I have little interest in working for other people (as far as having a direct boss dictate my time). Travis has gotten a new job and thanks to a real effort on our part - financially, things have settled down a lot; which gives me a great opportunity to build a name as a freelance writer without a lot of pressure to make a lot of cash right away. So, now is the time to take advantage of me because my rates will be really reasonable - and sometimes free.
I'm also going to spend a chunk of my time doing some volunteer work - most likely at the Humane Society. It's become increasingly important to me to feel like my work and how I spend my time matters - I want to feel like I've made a difference at the end of the day - something, I rarely feel right now. I need emotional satisfaction from my work and livelihood, not just a pay check. I'm very much looking forward to the coming weeks. Between a trip home and the chance to spend more time with the dogs, doing volunteer work, and writing - life is going to be pretty sweet. It's going to be a lot of hard work though. I need to find a level of discipline I haven't always had. But, I want this lifestyle change more than I ever have before.
I'm also going to be picking an event to train for this fall - either a half marathon or a bike race. I need to focus on my physical health more. I've lost 18 lbs. over the past year with very little focused effort. Imagine would I could do with some focused effort. I'd like to be able to add some physical accomplishments to my life resume' as well as some career ones.
I feel like I don't have much to talk about any more. I sat with Sarah and her group of friends and I didn't feel as though I had much to contribute. I feel like I'm missing out on a fulfilling life right now and I need that to change. I want to spend some time adding to my own arsenal of stories and adventures. I have a new rule: never say no to an invitation and go some place new twice a month (even if it's just a new restaurant). I need more experiences in my life.
Friday, June 27, 2008
Vacation
I made it to Ohio, stayed up late gossiping with Sarah and slept in til 10. Today, I'm going shopping. It's going to be a fabulous weekend.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
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