Someday, I will be the kind of blogger who regularly updates their blog...but until then, you all will have to love me for who I am ( ;) ). So I realize that last time (almost a full month ago), I said that September would be busy. And it was. Here's the rundown:
Happy Birthdays: (Not in date order)
Tassy, Alex, Katy, Lisa
Happy Anniversary: (also not in date order)
Tassy and Adam, Becky and Derek
Told you it was busy! On the 29th, Alex and I got to spend the day together and went to see Schoolhouse Rock Live, and it truly was a blast! We had lunch together, saw the show, and ended our afternoon with some play time at Edinborough Park with Mom, Dad, and the brothers. It was such a great afternoon - I can't tell which of us had more fun. Also happening in September was the engagement of my dear friend Chris to his long time girlfriend Kate. Congratulations you two! I wish you a lifetime of happiness and great vacations! :)
As of October 1, I am officially employed by Borton Volvo in Minneapolis. I get to sit with beautiful new cars Monday-Wednesday evenings from 5-8pm and every other Saturday from 8:30-5:00pm. I answer phones and help people pick up their cars from service. I am still learning more and more about Volvo, but so far, I like what I hear.
This new adventure also means that I am occupied with events Monday - Thursday evenings, so as you can imagine, by the time Friday rolls around, I am pretty tired. The idea that I would be all kinds of motivated and clean my house was kind of a joke, although I am happy to report that I did make progress.
Knitting Update: I am still working on my colorwork scarf, hat, glove set for Tassy (and I have been dedicated to knitting nothing but that). I am fortunate that the dealership lets me knit while I am here. I still have the railroad socks on the needles and am determined to finish the second toe so that I can start cruising on those. Eleanor Roosevelt sweater is on hold as I have discovered that I am a looser knitter than I was when I started. As such, picking up the sweater to knit up to the neck shaping, I now have to rip back and re-knit that section (~5-6") because I am less of a tight knitter and either need to crank on it or change needle size. UGH!!!!!! I love that sweater and want to finish it so that I can wear it this year!!! (It's in writing, I have to do it now). Other knitting... I still have the striped sweater that I need to sew together and steek... I have the creative color shawls that I need to finish... I have tons of yarn to make the Fiber Trends Hedgehogs that I need to work on. Lots of felted bags either finished and ready to felt, or very close to... Mom's shawl, Dad's sweater vest, my slippers... Too many to count, but never the less...they need to be finished! My goal this year, come you know what or high water - I WILL FINISH SOME PROJECTS THIS YEAR!!!!!!!!!
Ok, enough of my ranting, I'm off to work now (even if I am already here). Talk to you all later!
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Sunday, September 16, 2007
Updates, etc.
Ok, so as far as being a regular blogger with regular updates, I am failing miserably. On the other hand, I am no longer at Old Chicago, so my evenings have a little more freedom. My super busy nights are Wednesdays (knitting) and Thursdays (BSF)...Therefore, I have Friday through Tuesday to get things done. How well that will happen, who knows...
Meanwhile, I've been super busy as it seems like half the people I know were born or married in September. This month has been busy with birthdays and now anniversaries... And I thought that I would have some fre time now that I'm not at the restaurant anymore...silly me. Justifiably, I have been super busy at SuperValu because this week we moved into our new office building, which is genuinly really nice! I'm really pumped for the new space, and while the floorplan is way more open, I don't seem to mind it that much (we're all learning how to use VOLUME CONTROL). :)
So, since I am no longer at the restaurant, I am now working with a company called Arbonne International (who can be found at www.arbonne.com). I am really excited about them and can't wait to share all the products with you. I love the products for many reasons, one of which being that it is totally botanically based (not made "with botanics" which is tossing in some extract of with all the other chemicals). This is 100% botanical. It is not made with any animal by products and is not tested on animals. It is pH balanced, and dermatologist tested and approved (which means that fewer than 4 out of 10 people will react to the product). Arbonne, however believes that this isn't good enough and they want 0 people out of 10 to react to their product. On top of all the benefits that the lines carry, the company carries an amazing business plan. There is no limit to my earning potential, and I can sell as much or as little as I want!
Enough of my big plug for Arbonne, but seriously, if you are interested, please, please, please let me know and I would be more than happy to get together with you to let you try it or talk about building your own business.
And, as it is Sunday, and my laundry is just about ready to be flipped, I suppose that I should get back to the cleaning of the day.
See you all soon!
Meanwhile, I've been super busy as it seems like half the people I know were born or married in September. This month has been busy with birthdays and now anniversaries... And I thought that I would have some fre time now that I'm not at the restaurant anymore...silly me. Justifiably, I have been super busy at SuperValu because this week we moved into our new office building, which is genuinly really nice! I'm really pumped for the new space, and while the floorplan is way more open, I don't seem to mind it that much (we're all learning how to use VOLUME CONTROL). :)
So, since I am no longer at the restaurant, I am now working with a company called Arbonne International (who can be found at www.arbonne.com). I am really excited about them and can't wait to share all the products with you. I love the products for many reasons, one of which being that it is totally botanically based (not made "with botanics" which is tossing in some extract of with all the other chemicals). This is 100% botanical. It is not made with any animal by products and is not tested on animals. It is pH balanced, and dermatologist tested and approved (which means that fewer than 4 out of 10 people will react to the product). Arbonne, however believes that this isn't good enough and they want 0 people out of 10 to react to their product. On top of all the benefits that the lines carry, the company carries an amazing business plan. There is no limit to my earning potential, and I can sell as much or as little as I want!
Enough of my big plug for Arbonne, but seriously, if you are interested, please, please, please let me know and I would be more than happy to get together with you to let you try it or talk about building your own business.
And, as it is Sunday, and my laundry is just about ready to be flipped, I suppose that I should get back to the cleaning of the day.
See you all soon!
Thursday, August 2, 2007
I'm OK, and so is everyone I know
This will be informative, but short. I have 7 minutes before I have to leave for the restaurant, but I'm OK. All of my friends and family that I know of are OK. I have heard of only one "six degrees of separation" death so far. A gal I work with (1) is friends with Bob Schroeder of Schroeder Dairy (2) whose receptionist (3)'s nephew (4) was killed. His car is the one in all the pictures with the green street signs crushing his car. Gruesome and frightening, but there it is.
It is in times like this that we all seem to check in with our loved ones around town and around the globe. Keep checking in with family so that you don't become one of the tragedy talkers (those who only talk to family after a tragedy). I know that this is a wake up call for me to stay in touch with friends and family more often, to put work aside (it will be there tomorrow), and to keep my blog better updated.
Ta ta for now, with 3 minutes left to spare before leaving for work, I'm going to attempt to check a few more blogs.
It is in times like this that we all seem to check in with our loved ones around town and around the globe. Keep checking in with family so that you don't become one of the tragedy talkers (those who only talk to family after a tragedy). I know that this is a wake up call for me to stay in touch with friends and family more often, to put work aside (it will be there tomorrow), and to keep my blog better updated.
Ta ta for now, with 3 minutes left to spare before leaving for work, I'm going to attempt to check a few more blogs.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Early Morning Ramblings
Since I realized that I haven't touched my blog in waaaay too long (22 days)...I really do need to post something. Sadly, everything that I would like to post about will take longer than I have to give before I go to work...
In summary of the happenings, I continue to spend lots of time with Tassy and family; work continues to change and evolve (aparently, I now need to keep track of exactly where I go, when I leave, when I get back, etc.). Long story...bad management (although indirect management, they are frustrating nonetheless). I am looking to leave the restaurant. WAHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had an interview with Borton Volvo last night, and I'm hoping that I will get the job offer within the week. Then I can put in my notice with the restaurant, give them the tiniest piece of my mind, and move on to bigger, and better things! I can't wait!... Although the money will go down slightly, I'm not making all that much now, and it will come in the form of bi-weekly checks, so really, I won't be impulse spending as much.
An exciting evcnt in the life of me is that I have about 2 or so weeks untill my parents come up for a visit. They both have their 40th class reunions 1 weekend apart from each other, so I get them here for a whole week!!!!
More to post later (I hope).
In summary of the happenings, I continue to spend lots of time with Tassy and family; work continues to change and evolve (aparently, I now need to keep track of exactly where I go, when I leave, when I get back, etc.). Long story...bad management (although indirect management, they are frustrating nonetheless). I am looking to leave the restaurant. WAHOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I had an interview with Borton Volvo last night, and I'm hoping that I will get the job offer within the week. Then I can put in my notice with the restaurant, give them the tiniest piece of my mind, and move on to bigger, and better things! I can't wait!... Although the money will go down slightly, I'm not making all that much now, and it will come in the form of bi-weekly checks, so really, I won't be impulse spending as much.
An exciting evcnt in the life of me is that I have about 2 or so weeks untill my parents come up for a visit. They both have their 40th class reunions 1 weekend apart from each other, so I get them here for a whole week!!!!
More to post later (I hope).
Wednesday, July 4, 2007
Happy Birthday USA!!!
Happy 4th of July!!!! It's the 4th today and among other things, it means that I don't have to work! Anywhere!!!
I had a fantastic birthday yesterday, and other than having to work... I was out with Tassy, Adam, Lisa, and the boys grilling pork chops and having fun. Tas and the boys baked and decorated a cake for me, and I got the best picture of the three of them in a wagon. The frame is darling (I will try to post pictures soon). I got beautiful roses from my parents (at work no less) :) My mom is soooo smart! She knows that all the greatest flowers come in purple bags and boxes.
Today, however, is not my Birthday, and is cause for a whole different kind of celebration! I am headed for the Delano 4th of July Celebration (http://delano.citisite.com/Delano4th/). I'm told that it's quite the event to be attended. They shut down the roads going in and out of Delano (in certain areas) at 10 am! That being said, and the sheer fact that it is 8:08 (according to the computer) I should probably head in the direction of getting ready.
I promise to try to get an update of all things busy about my life posted in the next few days here... (Let's just say that between 2 and 4 am has been about the time that I'm getting to bed...)
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!!!! (AND A BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!)
I had a fantastic birthday yesterday, and other than having to work... I was out with Tassy, Adam, Lisa, and the boys grilling pork chops and having fun. Tas and the boys baked and decorated a cake for me, and I got the best picture of the three of them in a wagon. The frame is darling (I will try to post pictures soon). I got beautiful roses from my parents (at work no less) :) My mom is soooo smart! She knows that all the greatest flowers come in purple bags and boxes.
Today, however, is not my Birthday, and is cause for a whole different kind of celebration! I am headed for the Delano 4th of July Celebration (http://delano.citisite.com/Delano4th/). I'm told that it's quite the event to be attended. They shut down the roads going in and out of Delano (in certain areas) at 10 am! That being said, and the sheer fact that it is 8:08 (according to the computer) I should probably head in the direction of getting ready.
I promise to try to get an update of all things busy about my life posted in the next few days here... (Let's just say that between 2 and 4 am has been about the time that I'm getting to bed...)
HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!!!! (AND A BELATED HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!)
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Another Day, Another Dollar, No Power???
Well, life at Supervalu continues right along...untill about 3:00 this afternoon, that is. It was at this point that our power went out. Power?? you ask?? Yes. Power. As in complete darkness minus the floodlights that are supposed to guide us out of the building. While I don't mind not having power, as long as it's during the daytime, when I can still see, this afternoon got to be a little anti productive. I got ALL of my filing done! (Go me!!!! :) ). I also mananged to have a team meeting with my new team, which got me pretty excited for some of the changes that are coming. I think that if you check in 3-6 months from now, you'll see that things are trucking along smoothly. I can't wait!!! In the meanwhile, I have a feeling that it's going to be lots of work, and lots of duplication as we work to merge the two historic companies into the "New Enterprise".
In other news, I had a wonderful time on Sunday with Alex, Max, Nick, Tassy, Adam, and Lisa. We got to grill chicken, be chased by a cheetah (aka Max), and overall, have a fantastic time. I look forward to doing it again soon...I'm hearing rumors about activities around the time of my birthday...which just may be coming up here...(13 days away, but who's counting?). I am happy to report that the giraffe that was drawn just for me by Alex is hanging proudly next to my calendar at work. The boat, that was also lovingly drawn, is getting mailed to Grandma Cathy and Papa Chuck (so that they won't feel left out). :)
Old Chicago continues to grow and change. New servers coming in for the summer, and others leaving for reasons beyond my comprehension... :) I have high hopes for the summer, including the ability to drop my shifts on Sundays...
That's about all I have here, it's muggy out today, so I'm hoping for rain. And now, off to knitting I go!!! I'm hoping that I can actually knit tonight, unlike last week when I got sucked in to conversation and holding the baby (aka Nick). (It may be worth noting here, that for the people who were actually in attendance last week, you will be able to confirm that I was really not sucked in, but rather, volunteered happily and enjoyed every minute of it).
The goals for this week at home are things like scooping out litter boxes, watering plants, running, emptying, and refilling the dishwasher. If I'm really cool, I will even manage to go to the bank and get more quarters...darn laundry...
In other news, I had a wonderful time on Sunday with Alex, Max, Nick, Tassy, Adam, and Lisa. We got to grill chicken, be chased by a cheetah (aka Max), and overall, have a fantastic time. I look forward to doing it again soon...I'm hearing rumors about activities around the time of my birthday...which just may be coming up here...(13 days away, but who's counting?). I am happy to report that the giraffe that was drawn just for me by Alex is hanging proudly next to my calendar at work. The boat, that was also lovingly drawn, is getting mailed to Grandma Cathy and Papa Chuck (so that they won't feel left out). :)
Old Chicago continues to grow and change. New servers coming in for the summer, and others leaving for reasons beyond my comprehension... :) I have high hopes for the summer, including the ability to drop my shifts on Sundays...
That's about all I have here, it's muggy out today, so I'm hoping for rain. And now, off to knitting I go!!! I'm hoping that I can actually knit tonight, unlike last week when I got sucked in to conversation and holding the baby (aka Nick). (It may be worth noting here, that for the people who were actually in attendance last week, you will be able to confirm that I was really not sucked in, but rather, volunteered happily and enjoyed every minute of it).
The goals for this week at home are things like scooping out litter boxes, watering plants, running, emptying, and refilling the dishwasher. If I'm really cool, I will even manage to go to the bank and get more quarters...darn laundry...
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Friday, June 1, 2007
Just keep trekking...
So the title somewhat implies what I feel life has been like for the past month, or so...constant going, going, going...with little end in sight. I realize here that I'm being slightly biased about the day to day business of my life and the life of my roommate. Nevertheless, I'm looking forward to the day when things aren't quite so chaotic and we can both join the thousands of people who work only 1 weekday job and no weekend/evening jobs. One of these days...I too will be able to go out with the girls from work for happy hour on a Thursday afternoon without having to rush back for something.
Enough of my bitterness though...it's not very flattering. On the wonderfully bright side, I got to see three of my favoritest boys in the whole wide world!!! Alex, Max, and Nick Hanneman (ages 4.5 years, 19 months, and 14 weeks respectively). They brought such a joy to my Memorial day! I have missed them so much while we were living states apart, but now that they are back, I'm thrilled to get to spend time with them, even if it is because of a holiday (beggars can't be choosers.) We had a wonderful day together and I am definately going to make it a point to see them more often.
In yet other news... HAPPY BIRTHDAY JARED TYLER JOHNSON!!!! YOU'RE 9 TODAY!!!!! (or were on May 31st). :) I love you soooo much and couldn't imagine a better 9 year old to know.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow being Friday, as it means that we're finally in for a weekend, again. Work tonight at Old Chicago was ok. Slow, but not bad. I got to see my regular family from Virginia who are all doing well. Tomorrow, we look forward to seeing the Fosters, the Colbys, as well as several other families that are regulars on Friday nights... I can't wait for Saturday either, patio day shift for me, followed by an evening inside, where hopefully, I'll see Don Johnson and Kay, along with the other Saturday night crew.
Sunday is Kaity's last dance recital, and I'm thrilled to be included in the family who will be attending. Whether she likes it or not, she really has become my honorary little sister.
Till next time!
Enough of my bitterness though...it's not very flattering. On the wonderfully bright side, I got to see three of my favoritest boys in the whole wide world!!! Alex, Max, and Nick Hanneman (ages 4.5 years, 19 months, and 14 weeks respectively). They brought such a joy to my Memorial day! I have missed them so much while we were living states apart, but now that they are back, I'm thrilled to get to spend time with them, even if it is because of a holiday (beggars can't be choosers.) We had a wonderful day together and I am definately going to make it a point to see them more often.
In yet other news... HAPPY BIRTHDAY JARED TYLER JOHNSON!!!! YOU'RE 9 TODAY!!!!! (or were on May 31st). :) I love you soooo much and couldn't imagine a better 9 year old to know.
I'm looking forward to tomorrow being Friday, as it means that we're finally in for a weekend, again. Work tonight at Old Chicago was ok. Slow, but not bad. I got to see my regular family from Virginia who are all doing well. Tomorrow, we look forward to seeing the Fosters, the Colbys, as well as several other families that are regulars on Friday nights... I can't wait for Saturday either, patio day shift for me, followed by an evening inside, where hopefully, I'll see Don Johnson and Kay, along with the other Saturday night crew.
Sunday is Kaity's last dance recital, and I'm thrilled to be included in the family who will be attending. Whether she likes it or not, she really has become my honorary little sister.
Till next time!
Saturday, May 26, 2007
Happy Memorial Day Weekend!!
Well, I for one am thrilled that we get a 3 day weekend! I know that I can use the rest. Somehow, though, it always seems like the more time I get off, the more things come up to keep me busy and going. I know that it can't just be me...
Life around here continues just as chaotically as ever, and one of these days, I will actually post pictures so that I can share more with everyone. In the meanwhile, I'll just keep posting periodically and see where it gets me.
In all of the excitement of the weekend, let's not forget what we are celebrating. Let's give thanks to all the soldiers that we know who have served for the very freedom that we enjoy day to day. For those who have passed, let's spend a moment in silence and give thanks for the lives that they lived. I know I will.
Life around here continues just as chaotically as ever, and one of these days, I will actually post pictures so that I can share more with everyone. In the meanwhile, I'll just keep posting periodically and see where it gets me.
In all of the excitement of the weekend, let's not forget what we are celebrating. Let's give thanks to all the soldiers that we know who have served for the very freedom that we enjoy day to day. For those who have passed, let's spend a moment in silence and give thanks for the lives that they lived. I know I will.
Monday, May 14, 2007
Another Scorcher...
Well...today topped the heat at 91F. Yes, I realize that 91 doesn't seem all that hot to everyone who lives south of Oklahoma...but up here, we get the 91 degrees, plus the humidity...Yuk! The loving, caring weather folks suggested that we may get some precipitation (aka. rain), but nothing. The big, mean front passed right over us. And what did we do wrong?? What did we do to avoid getting the wonderful, cooling rain???
On another note, as promised, I am definitely not updating everyday, but twice before a week has passed isn't bad, right???
Till next time... happy smiles!
On another note, as promised, I am definitely not updating everyday, but twice before a week has passed isn't bad, right???
Till next time... happy smiles!
Saturday, May 12, 2007
Another One Bites The Dust
Well...I can no longer claim to be one of the few remaining blogless. I have caved and started a blog of my very own. I struggled with what to name my blog since it seems rather...well, permanent. Alas, since my nephews are one of the most important things in my life, they got the naming rights. The other most important things stem around my cats, family, and knitting. I can't very well name my blog "the never quite finished project", or even "the Mama", or one of the many other things that I am called throghout the course of the day...
Kind of wishing that I had something more profound to say on my very first ever blog...
For those who read it, I will promise to try to update regularly, but won't promise anything. There are very devoted bloggers out there who update each and every day, or at least every day of the work week. I am not one of them.
Here's to the first of many posts to come and a new virtual life on the bloglines. :)
Happy Blogging!
Kind of wishing that I had something more profound to say on my very first ever blog...
For those who read it, I will promise to try to update regularly, but won't promise anything. There are very devoted bloggers out there who update each and every day, or at least every day of the work week. I am not one of them.
Here's to the first of many posts to come and a new virtual life on the bloglines. :)
Happy Blogging!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)