Random Tuesday
Have I told ya'll lately how happy I am to be blogging again? You'd never know it by my infrequent posts, but I am. Bloggers are great people and I so enjoy reading everyone. I might not post a comment on every post but trust me, I read every one. Ok, just had to put that out there.
This post is going to be nothing but randomness, because, well, I've just got tidbits here and there.
Remember my friend Lori that popped up outta nowhere a few months back? She's back from maternity leave after 3 months. I got an email from her last week. Did I tell ya'll I wanted to make her a mini album she could leave on her desk at work to showcase the new bambino? Yeah, well the plan was to go see her in the hospital in Austin, take her flowers and the album until I was told that she wouldn't be accepting visitors, not by the nursing staff but by HER! Ok, yeah, fine, that cute little album will now be going to my friend Brandi who's due in September and who will appreciate it more. Thanks for the push away, I really needed that Lori.
In her email she told me all about the birth and how tired she is and how she didn't have the time to call, send pictures, email etc. I understand, she's a new mom. She asked how we were doing and I sent her a fairly lengthy email about the goings on in our life. Her response, more about her and the baby. Thanks for that lack of acknowledgement. Your emails will be short and sweet from here on out. You never change Lori, duly noted and entered into the record. I have zero desire to include her in my close circle of friends. I'll be polite and pleasant to her but that's it.
If ya'll haven't read Jack's http://www.texas-music.blogspot.com/ June 3rd post, please do. It got me thinking about the bond children have with their parents. I could devote an entire BLOG to my folks. I'll have to settle and put it in a few posts instead. To sum it up quickly, I wish I had a close bond with them. Well, wish in one hand, shit in the other and see which fills up first! At one time we were so close but their inability or allow me to make my own decisions about my adult life drove a wedge between us. It's all about control and being controlled. It's not healthy and we all suffer because of it. As much as I dislike my mother, I'm so very much like her in some ways and so very different in others. I'm different because I recognize her bad habits and strive to change them in myself. All I desire is a close relationship again, but it won't happen. Ever. I mourn that fact daily. Don't let me forget to tell you about our latest conversation where it was brought up that my dogs aren't welcome at her house because she doesn't like dogs inside. HELLO, they don't damage anything. They don't pee or make messes. They're good dogs. Millie has been visiting since she was a pup! Stop being such a control freak for one damn minute so your daughter, son in law and dogs can come visit!! It won't fucking kill you, I promise! I'm not really feeling the need to go visit any time soon. I dare her, DARE her, to ask me why I haven't been up to see them. Dare. Her. She is the one that alienates. That is squarely on her shoulders.
The husband's business is doing good. I'll have to post the entire story about how it came about, it's quite comical actually. He still has his full time job and this business is strictly part time for now. He wants to grow it so he can quit the day job and some point and be in business full time. Oh to dream! I wish he was home more, but I understand why he can't be here all the time. I'm supportive of him and his efforts and quite proud that he's making a dream of his come true.
Speaking of jobs, I'm still trying to wait patiently to hear something about a new job. I've jumped through all their hoops, offer me the job already!! Background checks suck and they take forever. It's now just a waiting game. Patience, grasshopper, patience. The contact for my current job is sitting on my desk, it's due the 16th. I can't bring myself to sign it and send it back to HR. I've been mulling over going back to school for some time now. I'd be a professional student if the pay was decent. I'm trying to narrow down my options. I'm thinking a MPA (masters in public administration) MSW (masters in social work) or MCJ (masters in criminal justice). If you have any ideas of what I can be when I grow up, hit me with your ideas. I'm all ears. The only saving grace, my grades were good enough in my post grad work that I won't need to take the GRE and I'm eligible for advanced standing. Praise Jesus! The LSAT was bad enough, I don't want to have to take the GRE. Bastard standardized tests!
I'm down a total of 37 lbs so far. I have weigh in tonight. My partner bailed on me. She started missing meetings with me, then going on different nights and I believe she's quit all together. I used to call her and check up and encourage her but she doesn't return calls. I helped her plan her husband's surprise 40th birthday party and after it was over in April I never heard from her again. I'm feeling used. She's dropped. Don't have time for shit like that or people who are users. Better to know this now, than invest time and energy in a friendship that will go nowhere (thanks for the lesson, Lori). My friend Denise will be joining me at Weight Watchers in a few weeks when she gets back from vacation. I so love her! She's just a good, decent, honest, loving person. I'm blessed to know her.
I've decided to take a free online class to learn how to digitally scrapbook. No, I'm not giving up my paper, scissors and glue. I didn't complete kindergarten for nothing, ya know! I'd like to learn how to use my photo editing software better and manipulate digital images. I can do all that and more with HP's digital scrapbooking basics class. If you're interested you can sign up here http://h30240.www3.hp.com/sessions/lessons/index.jsp?courseSessionId=4672 . You can even download free kits here http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/digitalKits.asp and a free trial version of Photoshop Elements here http://www.adobe.com/products/tryadobe/main.jsp#p40. The whole thing is FREE, that's so in anyone's budget. If you're interested, enroll and let me know so we can commiserate. The classes are two times a week and they begin June 15th. I can't wait to learn something new!
Ok done for now I think. I needed to post this so when I get stumped for things to write about I can look back for ideas. I hope everyone is having a great week!
This post is going to be nothing but randomness, because, well, I've just got tidbits here and there.
Remember my friend Lori that popped up outta nowhere a few months back? She's back from maternity leave after 3 months. I got an email from her last week. Did I tell ya'll I wanted to make her a mini album she could leave on her desk at work to showcase the new bambino? Yeah, well the plan was to go see her in the hospital in Austin, take her flowers and the album until I was told that she wouldn't be accepting visitors, not by the nursing staff but by HER! Ok, yeah, fine, that cute little album will now be going to my friend Brandi who's due in September and who will appreciate it more. Thanks for the push away, I really needed that Lori.
In her email she told me all about the birth and how tired she is and how she didn't have the time to call, send pictures, email etc. I understand, she's a new mom. She asked how we were doing and I sent her a fairly lengthy email about the goings on in our life. Her response, more about her and the baby. Thanks for that lack of acknowledgement. Your emails will be short and sweet from here on out. You never change Lori, duly noted and entered into the record. I have zero desire to include her in my close circle of friends. I'll be polite and pleasant to her but that's it.
If ya'll haven't read Jack's http://www.texas-music.blogspot.com/ June 3rd post, please do. It got me thinking about the bond children have with their parents. I could devote an entire BLOG to my folks. I'll have to settle and put it in a few posts instead. To sum it up quickly, I wish I had a close bond with them. Well, wish in one hand, shit in the other and see which fills up first! At one time we were so close but their inability or allow me to make my own decisions about my adult life drove a wedge between us. It's all about control and being controlled. It's not healthy and we all suffer because of it. As much as I dislike my mother, I'm so very much like her in some ways and so very different in others. I'm different because I recognize her bad habits and strive to change them in myself. All I desire is a close relationship again, but it won't happen. Ever. I mourn that fact daily. Don't let me forget to tell you about our latest conversation where it was brought up that my dogs aren't welcome at her house because she doesn't like dogs inside. HELLO, they don't damage anything. They don't pee or make messes. They're good dogs. Millie has been visiting since she was a pup! Stop being such a control freak for one damn minute so your daughter, son in law and dogs can come visit!! It won't fucking kill you, I promise! I'm not really feeling the need to go visit any time soon. I dare her, DARE her, to ask me why I haven't been up to see them. Dare. Her. She is the one that alienates. That is squarely on her shoulders.
The husband's business is doing good. I'll have to post the entire story about how it came about, it's quite comical actually. He still has his full time job and this business is strictly part time for now. He wants to grow it so he can quit the day job and some point and be in business full time. Oh to dream! I wish he was home more, but I understand why he can't be here all the time. I'm supportive of him and his efforts and quite proud that he's making a dream of his come true.
Speaking of jobs, I'm still trying to wait patiently to hear something about a new job. I've jumped through all their hoops, offer me the job already!! Background checks suck and they take forever. It's now just a waiting game. Patience, grasshopper, patience. The contact for my current job is sitting on my desk, it's due the 16th. I can't bring myself to sign it and send it back to HR. I've been mulling over going back to school for some time now. I'd be a professional student if the pay was decent. I'm trying to narrow down my options. I'm thinking a MPA (masters in public administration) MSW (masters in social work) or MCJ (masters in criminal justice). If you have any ideas of what I can be when I grow up, hit me with your ideas. I'm all ears. The only saving grace, my grades were good enough in my post grad work that I won't need to take the GRE and I'm eligible for advanced standing. Praise Jesus! The LSAT was bad enough, I don't want to have to take the GRE. Bastard standardized tests!
I'm down a total of 37 lbs so far. I have weigh in tonight. My partner bailed on me. She started missing meetings with me, then going on different nights and I believe she's quit all together. I used to call her and check up and encourage her but she doesn't return calls. I helped her plan her husband's surprise 40th birthday party and after it was over in April I never heard from her again. I'm feeling used. She's dropped. Don't have time for shit like that or people who are users. Better to know this now, than invest time and energy in a friendship that will go nowhere (thanks for the lesson, Lori). My friend Denise will be joining me at Weight Watchers in a few weeks when she gets back from vacation. I so love her! She's just a good, decent, honest, loving person. I'm blessed to know her.
I've decided to take a free online class to learn how to digitally scrapbook. No, I'm not giving up my paper, scissors and glue. I didn't complete kindergarten for nothing, ya know! I'd like to learn how to use my photo editing software better and manipulate digital images. I can do all that and more with HP's digital scrapbooking basics class. If you're interested you can sign up here http://h30240.www3.hp.com/sessions/lessons/index.jsp?courseSessionId=4672 . You can even download free kits here http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/digitalKits.asp and a free trial version of Photoshop Elements here http://www.adobe.com/products/tryadobe/main.jsp#p40. The whole thing is FREE, that's so in anyone's budget. If you're interested, enroll and let me know so we can commiserate. The classes are two times a week and they begin June 15th. I can't wait to learn something new!
Ok done for now I think. I needed to post this so when I get stumped for things to write about I can look back for ideas. I hope everyone is having a great week!
posted by Kristin at 3:25 AM
13 Comments:
yeah, yeah, enough about you.
did I tell you I have a headache?
I was just kidding. JUST KIDDING!
Uff! I'm so sorry about your mom. As wonderful as my mom is, we have differences of opinions. It's hard because she's my MOM, you know? She taught me everything I use on a daily basis, like how to wipe my butt and stuff. Her opinion is important to me now matter how I look at it. I can't even imagine having to acknowledge to yourself that you MUST take steps not to be like her.
I'm glad your husband is doing well, time away from each other sucks but if it's for the mutual well-being of your future together then it'll be worth it in the long run.
I'm not one to offer advice about going to school. Heh. I hated being a student. I much prefer bringing home tons of money so I can play instead of study. :P
I'm glad you're doing well with your weight loss and sorry you've encountered folks like Lori an dthis other chica. Bleh.
There you go again with the learning thing.
Heh and since you're done, I'm done.
xox
1st, 2nd & 3rd place goes to ME! ME! ME!
J-Comment hog! ;) Love you sistah! *mmmmmmmuah*
Wow. that was a lot to read! I love your blog. It is so entertaining and easy to follow. 37 pounds - good job! You look great! Can I have your pink cropped pants? Just kidding! Hugs.
Um...would it be tacky to try to bribe you for the mini-album with a big homecooked meal (eaten in my house when you come to impart some of your scrapbooking genius on me?). Yeah, I thought so.
And...of course, that comment was all about me.
Cmore-My hot pink capris are yours. They need a loving home.
Catt-HIIIIIII!!! Lovin' that gravatar pic sister! Honey, I'll do anything for food. Make it a cheeseburger and I have a new girl crush! ;)
LOL---J beat me to it! I was going to post about all the random crap going on in my life! ;)
I'm sorry about Lori, but as you and I discussed that night at dinner, people like that just dont change! :(
And we both know how I feel on the mom issues!
Ok, gotta scoot! Just know I love you oodles!!!!
April-*sigh* But I WISH her to change. She won't I know. I've got a better friend in you. *muuuwah*
I'm totally with you on the life is too short to spend time with ungrateful people/friends. You are too much of a big hearted person to waste your efforts on thankless folks. I, however, appreciate all of the little things you have done for me during our friendship. The memory book of George and Gracie is one of my prized possessions, and has helped me so much.
As for the Mommy Dearest issues, well you know we are kindred spirits on that score! Call me anytime when you need a supportive ear, been there doing that.
B-How do I love thee let me count the ways.....
Wow, that was a lot to digest. Sorry about the Lori, but the good thing is you took the lesson learned from there...at least about her.
Parents...man, there needs to be a handbook that comes with babies, and one that comes with parents. Even though you dont' feel like yall will ever be close again, I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers for that. :)
Chase the dream w/hubby...that's so awesome that you have that goal out there of not having a regular job (see the Cage post on my blog), and that it's attainable. All my best on that.
Keep up the great work on the weight watchers, and so cool that you have a new friend to go with. Doing those kinds of things are always better with another.
I got nothin for ya on scrapbooking. :D
See? All about you. :D
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