I'm a bit late to join the Confessionals, but better late than never, right? :o)
**I am very conscious of my actions when I'm in a new situation. I'm not really comfortable at work yet so I find myself constantly apologizing, playing with my phone, picking at my nail polish or saying yes/no ma'am (or sir) to people who are YOUNGER than me. This is not okay! I'm driving myself crazy but I can't stop. Can we fast forward a few months so I feel like me please??
**I have good news...I found my planner! It was behind my couch. I don't know why or how or what it was doing there but I'm not asking questions. Planner is found, I'm a happy and (hopefully) organized girl!
**I'm thrilled to be back in the gym. I am NOT thrilled I pulled my hamstring last Thusday. (Of course I did. For whatever reason, I have to "injure" myself at least once a week. Otherwise it's just not a normal week.) What was I doing? Oh you know, just WALKING ON THE TREADMILL. This whole getting back into shape thing is no picnic. Fortunately, I have a few months before bathing suit season!
**I'm avid about not having regrets. I like to think everything happens for a reason. While I've always regretted not keeping in touch with my nearest and dearest college friends, for some reason, this has been on my mind more than ever lately. (I spoke to my little sis a few weeks ago, maybe that's what started it.) It was never my plan to come back (or stay) in Texas after going to WVU. If anything, I thought I'd start an amazing life in Pittsburgh, Baltimore or DC. That didn't happen but that's okay. I do think I'm where I was meant to be. My roomates, Mere and Emily, along with my sorority sisters, have a special place in my heart. I hate that I'm not really close with those who were such an important part of my life. I keep up with everyone on Facebook but it's not the same. If any of ya'll are reading this, I love you. I'm so happy you're happy and I hope one day you will make the trek to the deep South for a few days! And as fake as it sounds, I don't care...xoxo) :o)
**I was dreading work today because I had to do a floor set and from what I've been hearing all week, I expected hell. Maybe I'm nuts, but I had fun! Yes, it's a ton of work but I loved seeing it all pay off at the end of the day. The only hell I suffered is that I put myself on a spending freeze and refused to let myself buy anything. :o) (I may have had an incident with a few plastic pegs too. I'd advise you to not sit on one of those...ever.)
**I'm still really upset about Lucy. A few people have tried to tease me about it and call me emotional and sensitive when I don't laugh at their jokes. I like to think I have a good sense of humor. But as far as I'm concerned, Lucy is my dog. She's gone and that's on me, no matter what anyone says. It's not funny, it's not amusing and it's absolutely nothing to joke about. I don't expect everyone to agree with my feelings but I do expect people to respect them. How has it been a month already?? I just want my girl home. :o( We had news of a sighting on Wednesday but no luck finding her. Please pray we find her soon!
**I tend to say this a lot, but now I'm serious. I think I may be on Lifetime one day. The trusty police officers of Dallas have knocked on my door twice in the past two weeks looking for my neighbor. The first time I didn't think much of it. This week, I asked for "the reason behind their search." (At work, I'm a nervous wreck...with the police, I'm apparently refined and polished. ???) They said not to worry and that I'm not in danger. Maybe I should have paid more attention to the city notices taped to her door the past few weeks...YIKES. Good thing I have a 5 pound guard dog!
My parents are coming in this weekend and I'm looking forward to some low key quality parental time. It's my Dad's birthday on Sunday and I'm looking forward to brunch with "old" family friends and I hope ya'll have a fabulous weekend!
PS-I'm SO EXCITED about my new followers!!!! Thank you for following me. I promise I'll make it as entertaing as possible. :o)
Showing posts with label Toby. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Toby. Show all posts
Friday, January 25, 2013
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Toberson's December Vacation
I've decided that Toby will never, ever, ever take another vacation from me again. I'm so grateful my Mom offered to watch him while I adjust to work at JCP but it is WAY too lonely without him and I do not like it one bit.
I do, however, take great pleasure in the daily updates (because a 6 year old Yorkie is so busy and obviously requires daily updates...Dear Lord, how will I act with human children??)
I laughed out loud when my Mom called me yesterday to say "I think there is something wrong with your dog. He slept under the bed all night, has ignored me all day and literally leaves the room whenever I walk in."
My response? "Mom, I love him but there's nothing wrong with my dog. He's just an ass." :o)
I know EXACTLY how my Mom feels. Dogs are supposed to love you to the point of annoyance and 7 times out of 10, I have to pick Toby up off his comfy spot on the couch and make him cuddle with me! (There seems to be a running theme in my life with men/boys, human or not, in general. GEEZ.)
That being said, it's been 6 years so at this point, Bugs and I accept each other for who we are. Below are the texts I've received while Toby is "vacationing" in Chicago. Seriously, never again. I can't wait to see him!
Mom's caption: He likes laying in the sun.
My response: He's aiming to be blonde.
Mom's caption: He had a hard day!
Caption: Hi Mom! Hope you had a good first day at work!
In my next life, maybe I can be a spoiled Yorkie who's super cute and very loved???
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Toby
Friday, October 26, 2012
Friday Confessions
**I'm very disappointed in myself for not writing this week. There just really hasn't been much to write about. I apologize and I promise I will try to be more interesting.
**I'm ridiculously excited for my hair appointment on Wednesday. I've had the same hair style since 2003 and I think it may be time for a change (duh)...nothing super dramatic but I really like these styles (kinda what I already have; just shorter layers.) If anyone would like to come over and style it for me every morning, that'd be GREAT!
**I'm ridiculously excited for my hair appointment on Wednesday. I've had the same hair style since 2003 and I think it may be time for a change (duh)...nothing super dramatic but I really like these styles (kinda what I already have; just shorter layers.) If anyone would like to come over and style it for me every morning, that'd be GREAT!
*This is my fav I think
**This is the first year I don't have any Halloween plans and it scares me to say I'm okay with that. I'm really not ready to be a boring grown up.
**Toby has been mad at me since I made him get his hair cut on Tuesday and it's starting to hurt my feelings. Seriously, who gets upset because their dog doesn't want to cuddle with them?
**We Texans FINALLY got a cold front! I'm probably the only person in Dallas who has her windows open right now but I love cuddling with a blanket and good movie or book (nevermind the absent dog.)
**I got my first Birchbox today! I can't wait to try the samples :o). Oh, the joys of being a girl!
I hope ya'll have a fabulous weekend! Happy Halloween :o)
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Favorite Things,
Thoughts,
Toby
Friday, October 5, 2012
Confessional Friday
(Cue the Usher theme song) It's that time peeps so let's get this party going! I know I'm a bit late but every girl is entitled to a fashionable entrance, right?
**I'm going to state the obvious...this back injury sucks. Note to others: if you don't have back pain, you don't have the right to judge. End of story. And yes, I will be a bitch about it. I wouldn't wish these past 6 weeks on anyone and I think it's amazing what a bit sympathy and kindness can do for a person in pain. I'm blessed with an amazing family and some great friends, but this whole debacle has really highlighted who I can and can't count on.
**I have a 4 legged weekend guest and while I'm excited, this one is different than the others. She's been at the vet getting treated for heartworms and her permanent foster is moving this weekend so couldn't take her. This girl breaks my heart because I know she's scared. Her favorite place in the house is the corner of my kitchen. I did get a tail wag earlier so I'm hopeful but it breaks my heart that she shakes every time I pet her. Sometimes all it takes is a scared individual to put aside your own drama and focus on something more meaningful.
**I microwaved a Market Pantry Chicken Lasagna for dinner tonight and threw it away because it tasted like chemicals. I hate to waste food! But I did what any other 31 year old woman would do...I made an English muffin with cream cheese and baked Doritos, my favorite childhood snack. YUM!
**I'm beyond bored with my life. I go to work, I go to physical therapy and I go home. I'm starting to get out a bit but I miss having something to look forward to. This girl needs a party to plan, a man to crush on or something else exciting because I can only buy so many shoes online or dresses at Target to help fulfill the happiness gene. (Granted I love all my purchases and I can't wait to wear them but my closet can only hold so much and I'd really rather have something to wear them FOR!)
**The weatherman said it's going to be 55 degrees here tomorrow and I dusted off my Uggs the second I heard "cold front" 3 days ago. I CAN. NOT. WAIT. I have 3 outfit options.
**The WVU vs Texas game is tomorrow and I feel like a loser for not having plans. (Everything these days is on a whim due to the aforementioned back pain) The good news is I have 3 jerseys...one for Bugs, one for foster pup and of course, one for me :o) Go 'EERS!!!
I hope ya'll have a fabulous weekend! If you do anything fun, please tell me so I can live vicariously through you :o)
**I'm going to state the obvious...this back injury sucks. Note to others: if you don't have back pain, you don't have the right to judge. End of story. And yes, I will be a bitch about it. I wouldn't wish these past 6 weeks on anyone and I think it's amazing what a bit sympathy and kindness can do for a person in pain. I'm blessed with an amazing family and some great friends, but this whole debacle has really highlighted who I can and can't count on.
**I have a 4 legged weekend guest and while I'm excited, this one is different than the others. She's been at the vet getting treated for heartworms and her permanent foster is moving this weekend so couldn't take her. This girl breaks my heart because I know she's scared. Her favorite place in the house is the corner of my kitchen. I did get a tail wag earlier so I'm hopeful but it breaks my heart that she shakes every time I pet her. Sometimes all it takes is a scared individual to put aside your own drama and focus on something more meaningful.
**I microwaved a Market Pantry Chicken Lasagna for dinner tonight and threw it away because it tasted like chemicals. I hate to waste food! But I did what any other 31 year old woman would do...I made an English muffin with cream cheese and baked Doritos, my favorite childhood snack. YUM!
**I'm beyond bored with my life. I go to work, I go to physical therapy and I go home. I'm starting to get out a bit but I miss having something to look forward to. This girl needs a party to plan, a man to crush on or something else exciting because I can only buy so many shoes online or dresses at Target to help fulfill the happiness gene. (Granted I love all my purchases and I can't wait to wear them but my closet can only hold so much and I'd really rather have something to wear them FOR!)
**The weatherman said it's going to be 55 degrees here tomorrow and I dusted off my Uggs the second I heard "cold front" 3 days ago. I CAN. NOT. WAIT. I have 3 outfit options.
**The WVU vs Texas game is tomorrow and I feel like a loser for not having plans. (Everything these days is on a whim due to the aforementioned back pain) The good news is I have 3 jerseys...one for Bugs, one for foster pup and of course, one for me :o) Go 'EERS!!!
I hope ya'll have a fabulous weekend! If you do anything fun, please tell me so I can live vicariously through you :o)
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Foster pets,
Thoughts,
Toby
Monday, September 10, 2012
Monday, Fun---, Well...Monday
How was ya'lls weekend?
I'm thinking of switching around my couches because I'm pretty sure one of them has a permanent butt indentation on it. But the thought of moving furniture is about as likely as a snowstorm in Dallas tomorrow so I'll settle for just flipping the cushions. Yay for easy fixes!
First and (most importantly to me) I have the best doctor in the world. Not only did the rehab facility call to schedule my assessment when my doctor said they would but her assistant PICKED UP THE PHONE today when I called because she recognized my number and was concerned. Uhmm... I LOVE THESE TWO. They also called me back later with a referral to an orthepedic surgeon. My appointment is Thursday at 8:30. If these two brought me wine and well, just wine, I'd call them my new best friends.
Saturday night I was beyond tired of hurting, so I took hydrocodone and was fast asleep by 8 PM. Livin' the life here, people. I woke up for good at 5:30 Sunday morning and happily watched Saved By The Bell with Toby until my doorbell rang at 7:30. Twice.
In a normal circumstance, it's a neighbor or friend who needs something. In my case, it's a man in a suit. WITH A BIBLE. How do you yell at a man carrying a bible about ringing your doorbell at an UNGODLY hour on a very GODLY day??? Simple. I turned the lock, opened the door, looked at him for 2 seconds, said "no thank you, peace be with you" and went back to bed. Amateurs.
I started my day shortly after that and stumbled across my new favorite page on facebook. If you know me, you know I love dogs. All of them. This specific rescue page hosts "tips of the day" with two of the most well behaved dogs EVER (name 2 dogs you know personally who would pose with props and whiteboards around their necks.) HILARIOUS. Among my personal favorites....
I'm thinking of switching around my couches because I'm pretty sure one of them has a permanent butt indentation on it. But the thought of moving furniture is about as likely as a snowstorm in Dallas tomorrow so I'll settle for just flipping the cushions. Yay for easy fixes!
First and (most importantly to me) I have the best doctor in the world. Not only did the rehab facility call to schedule my assessment when my doctor said they would but her assistant PICKED UP THE PHONE today when I called because she recognized my number and was concerned. Uhmm... I LOVE THESE TWO. They also called me back later with a referral to an orthepedic surgeon. My appointment is Thursday at 8:30. If these two brought me wine and well, just wine, I'd call them my new best friends.
Saturday night I was beyond tired of hurting, so I took hydrocodone and was fast asleep by 8 PM. Livin' the life here, people. I woke up for good at 5:30 Sunday morning and happily watched Saved By The Bell with Toby until my doorbell rang at 7:30. Twice.
In a normal circumstance, it's a neighbor or friend who needs something. In my case, it's a man in a suit. WITH A BIBLE. How do you yell at a man carrying a bible about ringing your doorbell at an UNGODLY hour on a very GODLY day??? Simple. I turned the lock, opened the door, looked at him for 2 seconds, said "no thank you, peace be with you" and went back to bed. Amateurs.
I started my day shortly after that and stumbled across my new favorite page on facebook. If you know me, you know I love dogs. All of them. This specific rescue page hosts "tips of the day" with two of the most well behaved dogs EVER (name 2 dogs you know personally who would pose with props and whiteboards around their necks.) HILARIOUS. Among my personal favorites....
On the left is every foster I've ever had and on the right is Toby...
Twinkle had a sweet proposal...below is her response :o)
Laters Baby??? Greatest line ever...FROM A DOG!
My most favorite ever. Black dog ninja...hahahaha
If you want to join this amazing facebook page, here's the link: Peace and Paws Dog Rescue
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
friends,
Toby
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
This Week
Not much new to report. I'm not really sleeping and yes, I'm STILL miserable so I'll keep this short and sweet. THAT'S how much I love ya'll. (A selfish blogger would try to make ya'll miserable too. Just sayin'...)
*I'm 85% sure I won't be going to my "sister's" wedding this weekend and I'm devastated. Abby is my best friend's youngest sister whom I've know since I was 13. She sent me the sweetest text last night and of course, I cried when I read it. I would do anything to watch her walk down the aisle but back pain and travel don't exactly go hand in hand. I'm terrified if I get on that plane, I'd be nothing short of miserable all weekend and I believe a bride's day is a bride's day. I don't want her (or anyone else) to worry about me and how I'm feeling.
*I think I barely spoke 2 words today. I didn't fall asleep until 2 am last night and at 12:30 I started bartering with God. I think I may owe him my first husband, my firstborn and quite possibly my second born too....I kinda forget what the stipulations were though. I think I was trying for at least 3 hours of sleep and a resolution to this ridiculousness within the next week. When my alarm went off at 6, I seriously contemplated calling in sick so I could sleep. But considering that's what I do on weekends these days, I decided to be "normal" and drag my booty to work. Please don't ask me why I was at Target after work. I really couldn't remember why I went in the first place. I left with self tanner and wine. Win-win.
*Toby escaped when I came home today. Again. I can't chase after him and OF COURSE he doesn't come when I use my stern voice (not that I blame him, I wouldn't either) but I was so tired and in so much pain I burst into tears and smacked his butt right there on the street for all the neighbors to see when I finally reached him. I'm waiting for animal control to come knocking on my door. And if they don't, I have a shock collar on order. (Yes, really.)
*I think I just have to accept the fact I havebad ridiculously terrible luck lately. First, the obvious (I won't say it.) Second, no wedding. Third, I walked out to my car today to find a flat tire and the service engine light on. Fourth, a colleague at work swung her arms during one of her stories and hit me square in the jaw. I should've gone home. But I didn't. And now I have self tanner and wine and I'm going to bed.
So far, not a fan of 31.
Goodnight!
*I'm 85% sure I won't be going to my "sister's" wedding this weekend and I'm devastated. Abby is my best friend's youngest sister whom I've know since I was 13. She sent me the sweetest text last night and of course, I cried when I read it. I would do anything to watch her walk down the aisle but back pain and travel don't exactly go hand in hand. I'm terrified if I get on that plane, I'd be nothing short of miserable all weekend and I believe a bride's day is a bride's day. I don't want her (or anyone else) to worry about me and how I'm feeling.
*I think I barely spoke 2 words today. I didn't fall asleep until 2 am last night and at 12:30 I started bartering with God. I think I may owe him my first husband, my firstborn and quite possibly my second born too....I kinda forget what the stipulations were though. I think I was trying for at least 3 hours of sleep and a resolution to this ridiculousness within the next week. When my alarm went off at 6, I seriously contemplated calling in sick so I could sleep. But considering that's what I do on weekends these days, I decided to be "normal" and drag my booty to work. Please don't ask me why I was at Target after work. I really couldn't remember why I went in the first place. I left with self tanner and wine. Win-win.
*Toby escaped when I came home today. Again. I can't chase after him and OF COURSE he doesn't come when I use my stern voice (not that I blame him, I wouldn't either) but I was so tired and in so much pain I burst into tears and smacked his butt right there on the street for all the neighbors to see when I finally reached him. I'm waiting for animal control to come knocking on my door. And if they don't, I have a shock collar on order. (Yes, really.)
*I think I just have to accept the fact I have
So far, not a fan of 31.
Goodnight!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Thoughts,
Toby
Friday, August 24, 2012
Friday Confessions
*I'm cutting myself off from Wine Wednesday. It's just too easy to rationlize 2-3 glasses because duh, it's Wine Wednesday and the next thing I know, I've had half a bottle and I'm telling my Dad I think I have ghosts...I think I'm gonna try Wine Thursday. Doesn't have quite the same ring to it as Wine Wednesday.
*I saw a rat on my patio Tuesday night, long tail and all. Ew, ew, EW!! I always knew they were there (thank you neighbors for cluing me in), I just never saw one and obviously, nothing really exists until you see it with your own eyes. Now I'm scared to go out there. Or send Toby out there. What if they eat him??
*I had big plans Tuesday night to do laundry until I saw almost everything needed to be hand washed. Needless to say, it didn't happen. Guess what my Friday night plans are?? Living large here people. Living large.
*My sister sent me an e-mail asking what I want for my birthday this year and WHY ON GOD'S GREEN EARTH can I not think of one thing?? I KNOW I saw things at the mall or online that I think would be a great present. And now, of course, I can't think of one thing I saw. Come September 2nd, I'll be full of answers.
*I'm very tentatively car shopping and I'm seriously scared I'm going to get in a wreck. Why, you ask? Because I see a car I like on the highway and pay more attention to what it is than where I'm driving. And these poor people probably think I'm the crazy lady darting across two lanes to get to them and I really just want to roll down my window and yell "I'm looking at the CAR!"
PS-The good news is I very consistently like the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra and Volkwagen Jetta. So I think I can stop scaring people now.
Happy Friday ya'll!! I hope you have a fabulous weekend :o)
*I saw a rat on my patio Tuesday night, long tail and all. Ew, ew, EW!! I always knew they were there (thank you neighbors for cluing me in), I just never saw one and obviously, nothing really exists until you see it with your own eyes. Now I'm scared to go out there. Or send Toby out there. What if they eat him??
*I had big plans Tuesday night to do laundry until I saw almost everything needed to be hand washed. Needless to say, it didn't happen. Guess what my Friday night plans are?? Living large here people. Living large.
*My sister sent me an e-mail asking what I want for my birthday this year and WHY ON GOD'S GREEN EARTH can I not think of one thing?? I KNOW I saw things at the mall or online that I think would be a great present. And now, of course, I can't think of one thing I saw. Come September 2nd, I'll be full of answers.
*I'm very tentatively car shopping and I'm seriously scared I'm going to get in a wreck. Why, you ask? Because I see a car I like on the highway and pay more attention to what it is than where I'm driving. And these poor people probably think I'm the crazy lady darting across two lanes to get to them and I really just want to roll down my window and yell "I'm looking at the CAR!"
PS-The good news is I very consistently like the Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra and Volkwagen Jetta. So I think I can stop scaring people now.
Happy Friday ya'll!! I hope you have a fabulous weekend :o)
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Thoughts,
Toby
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Recipes, Tried and True
Before I start on the real post, thank you for the concern about my last one! I'm okay, I just tripped over Toby on the stairs, fell on my tailbone in a bad way and hit my head on Sunday. My head is fine and as far as we can tell, there are no cracked bones on my vertebrae (plus, I think I would know.) My chiro is just waiting for the swelling and tenderness to go down so she can work her magic! In the meantime, my back brace, ice packs and Alleve are working wonders. I swear...
SO! It's been a while since I posted favorite recipes and I'm not going to lie...I've spent a bit of time in the kitchen since then. It's become a stress reliever and a personal point of pride when I copycat a recipe I like! So, here are the recipes I have found myself recreating time and time again this past summer.
*Guiltless Alfredo Sauce
**Amazing with seafood or chicken and whole wheat noodles. If I'm splurging, I bake a whole wheat baguette and use this sauce for dipping! Also great for making creamy tomato sauce with your favorite ready made spaghetti sauce (I personally use canned tomato puree and add my own spices.) Yum, yum, yum.
*Restaurant Style Ranch Dressing
**I no longer buy Ranch. I make this, at least once a week, and it's the best dressing I've ever had. Cheaper too. Once you start, you won't ever go back to the bottled version again!
Chicken Pesto Pizza
**I don't make the dough, I buy it (yeast scares me a bit.) But this is good the day it's made, the day after and the day after that. SO yummy. Easy to make too. I bake the ready made dough on a cookie sheet for 5 minutes at the recommended temp with garlic salt and onion powder before I add the sauce and toppings. I make this probably once every 2 weeks. It's THAT good!
Baked Pesto Chicken
*There might be a theme here...I love chicken and I love pesto! This meal is cheap, simple to make and my favorite way to enjoy it is with brown rice and a sliced zucchini/squash combo.
Creamy Garlic Pasta
**I use whole wheat noodles (usually angel hair or thin spaghetti) and grilled chicken. There are denser versions of this recipe but I prefer this lighter take.
These are nothing super creative but again, I find myself craving/eating them at least once every 2 weeks. I guess that's a perk of being a creature of habit, right?? I hope you try and more importantly, I hope you enjoy! Bon apetite. :o)
SO! It's been a while since I posted favorite recipes and I'm not going to lie...I've spent a bit of time in the kitchen since then. It's become a stress reliever and a personal point of pride when I copycat a recipe I like! So, here are the recipes I have found myself recreating time and time again this past summer.
*Guiltless Alfredo Sauce
**Amazing with seafood or chicken and whole wheat noodles. If I'm splurging, I bake a whole wheat baguette and use this sauce for dipping! Also great for making creamy tomato sauce with your favorite ready made spaghetti sauce (I personally use canned tomato puree and add my own spices.) Yum, yum, yum.
*Restaurant Style Ranch Dressing
**I no longer buy Ranch. I make this, at least once a week, and it's the best dressing I've ever had. Cheaper too. Once you start, you won't ever go back to the bottled version again!
Chicken Pesto Pizza
**I don't make the dough, I buy it (yeast scares me a bit.) But this is good the day it's made, the day after and the day after that. SO yummy. Easy to make too. I bake the ready made dough on a cookie sheet for 5 minutes at the recommended temp with garlic salt and onion powder before I add the sauce and toppings. I make this probably once every 2 weeks. It's THAT good!
Baked Pesto Chicken
*There might be a theme here...I love chicken and I love pesto! This meal is cheap, simple to make and my favorite way to enjoy it is with brown rice and a sliced zucchini/squash combo.
Creamy Garlic Pasta
**I use whole wheat noodles (usually angel hair or thin spaghetti) and grilled chicken. There are denser versions of this recipe but I prefer this lighter take.
These are nothing super creative but again, I find myself craving/eating them at least once every 2 weeks. I guess that's a perk of being a creature of habit, right?? I hope you try and more importantly, I hope you enjoy! Bon apetite. :o)
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Recipes,
Toby
Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Only Me...
I need bubble wrap. For me. Not for packages or fragile things. I need bubble wrap for me. And possibly Toby.
I won't go into details because it's the type of story that would make you cringe but I'll just say that little dogs and stairs are a bad combination and my back brace is getting more action than it has in a while. And the pain...holy hell, the PAIN. Thank you Lord for Alleve.
I'm grateful it's not worse but ohmigod, WHY did I buy a house with stairs?!?
Now, if I wanted to purchase enough bubble wrap to outfit an adult, where exactly would I go to do that? Bugs may need a bubble wrap outfit too. Or maybe I should just cover my house in rubber.
I won't go into details because it's the type of story that would make you cringe but I'll just say that little dogs and stairs are a bad combination and my back brace is getting more action than it has in a while. And the pain...holy hell, the PAIN. Thank you Lord for Alleve.
I'm grateful it's not worse but ohmigod, WHY did I buy a house with stairs?!?
Now, if I wanted to purchase enough bubble wrap to outfit an adult, where exactly would I go to do that? Bugs may need a bubble wrap outfit too. Or maybe I should just cover my house in rubber.
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Random,
Toby
Friday, August 10, 2012
Confessional Friday...
Let's get confessin'...
*Tuesday night I decided I wanted to redo my shelves in my house. I was just bored with them. (It's all about visual stimulation people.) Well, apparently I'm either bad at it or just incredibly indesicive and every single thing I took off my shelves is still sitting on my living room floor. #designfail
*Wednesday night I had to get a new IPhone because of a device glitch and found it incredibly humorous/annoying that I ended up waiting over 30 minutes because the store's system also had a glitch and canceled my appointment. Ironic?
*I've been great about working out this week which makes me happy. What makes me NOT happy is what I've been eating. Who gets on a treadmill and dreams about Chinese food???? Or goes to Pure Barre and convinces herself she needs Pinkberry (which is conveniently located next door.) Seriously?!?
*I'm so ready for fall and football season it's not even funny. Can we please get this going?? I need some Mountaineer football in my life STAT and I'm seriously starting to have dreams about my Uggs.
*Last night I slept with an ice pack on my face because my sinuses were killing me and medication wasn't touching it. I woke up at 2:30 to find Toby cuddling with the ice pack. I'm guessing he was either hot and needed something cold or he wanted a pillow..#weirddog
*My coworker just sent me this and I laughed out loud.

Happy Weekend Friends!!
*Tuesday night I decided I wanted to redo my shelves in my house. I was just bored with them. (It's all about visual stimulation people.) Well, apparently I'm either bad at it or just incredibly indesicive and every single thing I took off my shelves is still sitting on my living room floor. #designfail
*Wednesday night I had to get a new IPhone because of a device glitch and found it incredibly humorous/annoying that I ended up waiting over 30 minutes because the store's system also had a glitch and canceled my appointment. Ironic?
*I've been great about working out this week which makes me happy. What makes me NOT happy is what I've been eating. Who gets on a treadmill and dreams about Chinese food???? Or goes to Pure Barre and convinces herself she needs Pinkberry (which is conveniently located next door.) Seriously?!?
*I'm so ready for fall and football season it's not even funny. Can we please get this going?? I need some Mountaineer football in my life STAT and I'm seriously starting to have dreams about my Uggs.
*Last night I slept with an ice pack on my face because my sinuses were killing me and medication wasn't touching it. I woke up at 2:30 to find Toby cuddling with the ice pack. I'm guessing he was either hot and needed something cold or he wanted a pillow..#weirddog
*My coworker just sent me this and I laughed out loud.
Happy Weekend Friends!!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Thoughts,
Toby
Tuesday, July 24, 2012
Lately
**Foster fur child got adopted!! She is loved and spoiled and as happy as a newly adopted girl can be. I will be taking a break from fostering as my hours at the office are a bit much for a new pup to handle. (Not to mention Toby threatened emancipation if I even think about bringing one more dog in this house. He's SUCH a diva.)
**I don't know about y'all but I'm just about over these unbearably hot days. Every summer I say it's too hot to live here and every summer I'm STILL here! Ha. Apparently I have yet to learn my lesson.
**I don't know about y'all but I'm just about over these unbearably hot days. Every summer I say it's too hot to live here and every summer I'm STILL here! Ha. Apparently I have yet to learn my lesson.
**I watched a 12 week old chihuahua last week. (Toby still isn't speaking to me.) Do you know how small a baby chihuahua is?? SMALL. Luckily, he was also loud so finding him was never a problem. Unfortunately my hours were too much for him so I had to turn him over to another foster.
The 2 pound Chihuahua vs The 6 pound Yorkie.
Never in this life did I think Toby would look big!
**I took a full week off for the 2nd time in my entire career and I think it may have to be an annual thing now. It was amazing to get away for so long. I highly recommend it :o)
That's just about it for me. Now you know why I haven't been blogging! Not too much going on around these parts :o)
How are ya'll??
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Foster pets,
Toby
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Oh, what a night...
**Let me preface this post with, I'm okay. There was actually no intruder. But that does not take away the fact that at 4am today, I thought there was. Holy early morning panic attack...
So last night, I'm just minding my own business, sleeping the night away, and I opened my eyes at 12, then at 2...and at 3:30...all to fall right back asleep. (To be fair, it's normal for me to open my eyes at least once an hour because I have a permanent fear of sleeping through my alarm clock.)
I opened my eyes again at 4 am and froze. Literally stopped breathing and felt my heart beating through my chest. The first second I thought, "good job Jen. This moron is going to hear your heart beating." My second thought was "I have nothing..." no pepper spray, no bat, no knife, nothing.
I quickly crawled onto the other side of my bed where I have a flashlight and tried to make it look like I was having a nightmare. I'm sure it was somewhat entertaining. What did I think I was gonna do? Shine the guy to death??? Nonetheless, I did it and ya'll, I swear it was like a movie because I was ready to whack this guy with all I had in me with a metal flashlight. Thank you Lord for letting it be a shadow...yes, really. It probably doesn't help that I'm blind as a bat without my contacts or glasses...
It was probably about 30 seconds after I turned on my bedroom light that I realized I have 2 dogs. One who sleeps right by the front door. Did I really think anyone would get all the way to my room without one of them barking? Not to mention, Toby still barks at the fan in my room because it has a blue light and he doesn't like it when it moves. Seriously.
All that being said, I was still freaked out. 4am and I was wide awake. So what did I do? I spent my morning hours watching Friends, duh. What else is one supposed to do?? Oh, and I kept both of the dogs right by me.
In fact, I opened Maya's crate right after this "incident" and she definitely gave me the "Mom, it's dark outside. What do you want?" look. But she growled and got up to sit by me when I made her.
So this makes me wonder...do ya'll have something you keep with you for protection? I imagine my thoughts were probably brought on by some recent robberies on a trail near my house and thankfully, all the robbers been caught. But I, sadly enough, do think I should have something near me for protection, God forbid anything happen.
Do ya'll have anything? And if so, what? Unfortunately, I don't think a Yorkie's barks are gonna scare anyone...although, that is definitely debatable!
So last night, I'm just minding my own business, sleeping the night away, and I opened my eyes at 12, then at 2...and at 3:30...all to fall right back asleep. (To be fair, it's normal for me to open my eyes at least once an hour because I have a permanent fear of sleeping through my alarm clock.)
I opened my eyes again at 4 am and froze. Literally stopped breathing and felt my heart beating through my chest. The first second I thought, "good job Jen. This moron is going to hear your heart beating." My second thought was "I have nothing..." no pepper spray, no bat, no knife, nothing.
I quickly crawled onto the other side of my bed where I have a flashlight and tried to make it look like I was having a nightmare. I'm sure it was somewhat entertaining. What did I think I was gonna do? Shine the guy to death??? Nonetheless, I did it and ya'll, I swear it was like a movie because I was ready to whack this guy with all I had in me with a metal flashlight. Thank you Lord for letting it be a shadow...yes, really. It probably doesn't help that I'm blind as a bat without my contacts or glasses...
It was probably about 30 seconds after I turned on my bedroom light that I realized I have 2 dogs. One who sleeps right by the front door. Did I really think anyone would get all the way to my room without one of them barking? Not to mention, Toby still barks at the fan in my room because it has a blue light and he doesn't like it when it moves. Seriously.
All that being said, I was still freaked out. 4am and I was wide awake. So what did I do? I spent my morning hours watching Friends, duh. What else is one supposed to do?? Oh, and I kept both of the dogs right by me.
In fact, I opened Maya's crate right after this "incident" and she definitely gave me the "Mom, it's dark outside. What do you want?" look. But she growled and got up to sit by me when I made her.
So this makes me wonder...do ya'll have something you keep with you for protection? I imagine my thoughts were probably brought on by some recent robberies on a trail near my house and thankfully, all the robbers been caught. But I, sadly enough, do think I should have something near me for protection, God forbid anything happen.
Do ya'll have anything? And if so, what? Unfortunately, I don't think a Yorkie's barks are gonna scare anyone...although, that is definitely debatable!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Foster pets,
Thoughts,
Toby
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
While the Human is Away
If Toby could send me postcards, I have a feeling this is what they would say...
"Mom, where have you gone now?? At least you did good this time and let me stay with Aunt Jana and Uncle Scott! I love their view."
"This guard dog/modeling stuff is hard work...don't be mad Mom, I know it's not a WVU sweatshirt, but I was cold."
"It's very possible I was really whiney and Aunt Jana yelled at me...but don't I look cute pouting in my house??"
"Mom, when can I come back? Aunt Jana put eggs in my breakfast!"
Thank you Aunt Jana and Uncle Scott for watching me. I had a great time!
"Mom, where have you gone now?? At least you did good this time and let me stay with Aunt Jana and Uncle Scott! I love their view."
"This guard dog/modeling stuff is hard work...don't be mad Mom, I know it's not a WVU sweatshirt, but I was cold."
"It's very possible I was really whiney and Aunt Jana yelled at me...but don't I look cute pouting in my house??"
"Mom, when can I come back? Aunt Jana put eggs in my breakfast!" Thank you Aunt Jana and Uncle Scott for watching me. I had a great time!
Labels:
Toby
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Almost Wordless Wednesday

Does anything say "uh-oh, busted..." better than this picture?? I think Bugaboo expected his Momma to spend a little more time out running errands tonight!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Toby
Thursday, September 30, 2010
It's a Special Day..
Today my lil man is 5!!

I can't believe it's been 5 years and yet I can't imagine my life without this lil constant companion of mine. Bugaboo, thank you for keeping me constantly entertained and loving me when I need it most. Happiest Birthday to you!!!
PS- For the record, I do realize I am telling a dog Happy Birthday which may seem strange since he is obviously a dog and has no idea what a birthday even is. But this lil man has given me a lot of love and laughter over the years and he deserves at least a lil post on this itty bitty blog of mine. :o)

I can't believe it's been 5 years and yet I can't imagine my life without this lil constant companion of mine. Bugaboo, thank you for keeping me constantly entertained and loving me when I need it most. Happiest Birthday to you!!!
PS- For the record, I do realize I am telling a dog Happy Birthday which may seem strange since he is obviously a dog and has no idea what a birthday even is. But this lil man has given me a lot of love and laughter over the years and he deserves at least a lil post on this itty bitty blog of mine. :o)
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
Toby
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Some of life's most treasured moments include:
Fun little glasses filled with yummy goodness...

A guilt free classic indulgence...

A furbaby playdate...


People kind enough to entertain us (and I do mean make us laugh out loud)...

And of course, this girl!!
A guilt free classic indulgence...

A furbaby playdate...


People kind enough to entertain us (and I do mean make us laugh out loud)...

And of course, this girl!!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
friends,
Toby
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Mother's Day Weekend with my Momma
My mom came into town on Thursday for a few celebrations, all of which convienently, and coincidentally, were this weekend!
Friday morning we went to my adopted hometown of Southlake, which is about 30 minutes away. We met up with my mom's friend Ms. Pat, ate lunch at Corner Bakery, walked around town square and spent the rest of the afternoon lounging by Ms. Pat's gorgeous pool. I put this picture up on Facebook...

and promptly got a call from Jana wondering where I was with the beautiful lounge chairs and perfectly manicured lawn. :o) Little man didn't enjoy pool time as much as I did but I think he was just bitter that I gave him a bath. Poor guy...it's hard to be beautiful!
The first official celebration was my "brother" Cameron's high school graduation party on Friday night. The Brennans moved in next door to us in 1996 and the rest, they say, is history. We adopted them and they adopted us. They have 3 boys (Cameron is the oldest) and we have 3 girls so it was perfect! I love that even though we haven't lived in that house for about 8 years now, we still treat each other like family.

Me, Cameron and Mom
The party was amazing and Melanie went all out. And I do mean all out...please take note of the customized M&M's!

Saturday we drove to Houston for my cousin Nicole's Confirmation. If you're Catholic, do you remember your confirmation name? My mom couldn't remember her name, let alone mine. And I don't even remember taking one! How bad is that?? BAD!!

Us at Church before the ceremony. After a lot of food, a little bit of wine and lots of dessert, we headed back to Dallas/Southlake on Monday.
We had a delicious Mother's Day dinner at my mom's favorite restaurant on Monday night with Ms. Pat and Melanie and then had a slumber party at Melanie's. I don't care what anyone says, you're never too old for a slumber party. :o)
I had Toby with me the entire weekend and I was one proud momma. He did so good!! Little man needs a backyard. He loved runnin' around all weekend without a leash on and he could go wherever he wanted as long as I could see him. I didn't have to worry though. He always came back to me whenever I called him with an annoyed look on his face like "what mom?? I'm playing!!" It cracked me up.
It looks like I'm gonna have to start making use of friend's backyards because unfortunately I'm not getting one anytime soon!
Friday morning we went to my adopted hometown of Southlake, which is about 30 minutes away. We met up with my mom's friend Ms. Pat, ate lunch at Corner Bakery, walked around town square and spent the rest of the afternoon lounging by Ms. Pat's gorgeous pool. I put this picture up on Facebook...

and promptly got a call from Jana wondering where I was with the beautiful lounge chairs and perfectly manicured lawn. :o) Little man didn't enjoy pool time as much as I did but I think he was just bitter that I gave him a bath. Poor guy...it's hard to be beautiful!
The first official celebration was my "brother" Cameron's high school graduation party on Friday night. The Brennans moved in next door to us in 1996 and the rest, they say, is history. We adopted them and they adopted us. They have 3 boys (Cameron is the oldest) and we have 3 girls so it was perfect! I love that even though we haven't lived in that house for about 8 years now, we still treat each other like family.

Me, Cameron and Mom
The party was amazing and Melanie went all out. And I do mean all out...please take note of the customized M&M's!

Saturday we drove to Houston for my cousin Nicole's Confirmation. If you're Catholic, do you remember your confirmation name? My mom couldn't remember her name, let alone mine. And I don't even remember taking one! How bad is that?? BAD!!

Us at Church before the ceremony. After a lot of food, a little bit of wine and lots of dessert, we headed back to Dallas/Southlake on Monday.
We had a delicious Mother's Day dinner at my mom's favorite restaurant on Monday night with Ms. Pat and Melanie and then had a slumber party at Melanie's. I don't care what anyone says, you're never too old for a slumber party. :o)
I had Toby with me the entire weekend and I was one proud momma. He did so good!! Little man needs a backyard. He loved runnin' around all weekend without a leash on and he could go wherever he wanted as long as I could see him. I didn't have to worry though. He always came back to me whenever I called him with an annoyed look on his face like "what mom?? I'm playing!!" It cracked me up.
It looks like I'm gonna have to start making use of friend's backyards because unfortunately I'm not getting one anytime soon!
Labels:
A Day in the Life,
family,
Toby
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)










