Wednesday, August 31, 2016

'Cause it takes me so long just to figure out what I'm gonna wear.....

What football team really needs their up and coming star quarterback? We'll be just fine without him. We can just run the ball. It's not like AP fumbles 72% of the time or anything like that. Maybe Favre is free. And just ugh!!!

I know it's a Wednesday, but it feels like a Monday. I've got month end stuff to do all day. I am so looking forward to a 3 day weekend of doing nothing!

I broke another nail so I just filed them all down. they are all super short. But I'm confident they willa ll grow back. I hope.



Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Drench yourself in words unspoken, live your life with arms wide open

Tuesday....Last night I power cleaned the down stairs. It's actually clean right now. Here's to hoping it stays that way. I've been playing MyVegas slots pretty much around the clock in anticipation for hopefully being able to go to Vegas this spring. I should have enough bonus points to cover the hotel and most of the food.

One of my biggest pet peeves - a nearly empty gas tank without a heads up. I don't really allow myself enough time in the morning to stop unless I know I need to. Would a quick text be too much to ask???



Monday, August 29, 2016

She's the kind of girl you dream of....

Back to Monday. I had a great weekend. The fair was awesome. And I limited my grease intake to cheese curds and half a pronto pup. Oh, I also had a bacon caramel chocolate ice cream bar. And it was delicious. And cotton candy. And I think that's it. So, not too bad.

Saturday night was the GloRun. It was amazing! So many glow sticks! We walked most of it because we had to stop often to take selfies. Unfortunately most of them didn't turn out because my flash didn't work and it was super dark. But we got a couple cute ones.

No idea what this next weekend holds. I'm leaving it up to M. I'd prefer a nice relaxing weekend with Netflix. But we shall see.



Friday, August 26, 2016

But that's just how the story unfolds....


It's Friday!! It has been such a long week. But I've gotten a lot of work done. I'm practically almost close to being kind of a little bit caught up. Well, not really. But I'm pretending.

Tonight is the state fair! Last night I was chatting with an old friend and she lives really close to M, so I invited her to come with. I haven't seen her in at least a year. We were practically bff for quote awhile. It will be nice to see her.


Thursday, August 25, 2016

So desperately sure as the sky is blue....

The day before Friday! I can make it through 2 more days, right?!?!  Yesterday was a horribly long day, I have so much work I need to get done before the end of the month. The stress is catching up with me. So last night I did the most logical thing and got drunk. Because alcohol fixes everything.

Actually I had a good night. I won a game of cribbage, which is really surprising considering how tipsy I was. I also lost a game. But it was close!

My coworkers husband fell and broke both of his ankles. How can you even do anything without being able to walk. Or stand. That would be horrible! Plus extremely painful!

Prayers to him and also to D2 with her recent health struggles. You shall get through this!



Wednesday, August 24, 2016

But you turn your back and then he's off and running with the crowd.....

My dentist appointment went well, no cavities. I'm quite happy about this, because that means I don't have to pay more money to the dentist. The Clothing Swap was ehhh. I was able to get rid of a bin and a bag of clothes, but there was nothing in my size. I guess that's probably a good thing since I don't really need more stuff. But I was hoping to get a couple pairs of pants that fit. Oh, well.

I think me and M have decided to for sure go to the State Fair on Friday. I haven't been there for years. I see cheese curds in my future. Yum!



Tuesday, August 23, 2016

So pardon my manners, I hope you'll understand.....

Tuesday! Tonight I have a dentist appointment and then the LOC (Ladies of Champlin) Clothing Swap. That should be a fun event, I have tons of stuff to bring. Hopefully someone will bring clothes that fit me! I really need some new pants.

Today I put on a skirt and was all ready to leave when I realized it was probably just a tad too short to wear to work. Good thing I had a pair of khaki's at M's. Although I don't think I actually match. Oh, well. At least I won't be yanking down a skirt all day.

I tried on my Glo Run outfit, and I'm going to look very 80's. Although really the pi`ece de re`sistance is the banana clip and aquanet bangs. I'm VERY excited for this event!



Monday, August 22, 2016

I'm your pain while you repay.....

Monday....I had a fantastic weekend! I got to see freaking Metallica in the Vikings new stadium!! It can't get much  better than that! Plus, I got to share the experience with my daughter and her dad. It was a fantastic show. And then we went back to M's and continued the party. It was a great night! Thank you, M, for dropping us off and picking us up!

This weekend should be fun, too. Saturday night is the 80's glo run with ZarahZou. And I think that M and I are going to Prince Night at the State Fair.

I have a couple of fun concerts coming up in October w/ D2. Def Leppard!! And the I love the 90's concert. These should be amazing! I can't wait.



Friday, August 19, 2016

They can beg and they can plead, but they can't see the light (that's right)


FRIDAY!!! And the day before Metallica! I'm super tired, I stayed up until after 11 watching the Vikings. And went to bed even though the game wasn't over. Because that's just too late for me. I quite possibly could have stayed up later, but I think I drank too much.

I settled on a concert outfit. Denim capris and a black t-shirt and flip flops. The Princess has issued her approval. And that's what matters! A super huge thank you to M for offering to drop us off. And for the breakfast burrito this morning. I can't wait to eat it!


Thursday, August 18, 2016

I'm just a minor threat so pay no mind....

The day before Friday! And 2 days before Metallica!!! Yay!! It's been a long process, but I think I'm getting the hang of this accounting job thing. Balancing the 2 jobs (knock on wood) is getting quite a bit easier. I'm still insanely busy, but way less stressed about it.

To the guy in the big white truck on Highway 100 this morning - I am in the right lane going OVER the speed limit. And I can not possibly go faster than the cars in front of me. Being 2 & 1/2 inches from my rear bumper is NOT going to make me go faster. It's going to make me nervous and make me want to slow down. I'm already going 65. Why not just pass me??



Wednesday, August 17, 2016

Sometimes I sit on my front porch swing.....

I'm pretty sure it's 118 degrees in my office today. This morning I was having a super challenging bangs day. Then I burned my forehead with the curling iron. So because my bangs were being difficult, I had to pin them back. Which allows me to show off my beautiful burn. Go, me!!

I'm having a hard time deciding what to wear to Metallica on Saturday. I have a bad habit of dressing up too much for events that should be casual. But casual is hard for me. I have "work mode" and "sweatpants". No in-between. I'll have to solicit help from the Princess.



Tuesday, August 16, 2016

She never compromises, loves babies and surprises, wears hi-heels when she exercises.....

Tuesday....I have a ton of work to get through today. I also may or may not be a little bit hungover. It's probably a super good idea to get plastered the night before a weigh-in. Sometimes I can hardly handle my geniusness. But, the drinks were good. So there's that.

Today I need to get through 2 email boxes and handle every single email. And finish up our United Way campaign proposal. Tonight is the grocery store and the treadmill.

I broke a nail. Like really broke. It's hard not to be sad when that happens. But, its just a nail. Right?!?!




Monday, August 15, 2016

'Cause when the roof caved in and the truth came out.....

Monday....I had a really good weekend. I got a ton of laundry done. Yesterday I went to a bbq with M's family. They are all very nice. And I got to hold a baby. Which is pretty much the best thing ever. He is 3 months old, and super cuddly and sweet. And the food was fantastic. I made my moms potato salad and it turned out okay. Not like hers, but okay. I also got to see the Vikings win their first preseason game. I know, preseason. But it just means the season is that much closer!

This Saturday is METALLICA!!! I am so excited!!!

This is going to be another busy week. But I'm slowly getting better at this accounting stuff. Slowly.




Friday, August 12, 2016

In the leaves on the trees and the touch of the breeze....

FRIDAY!!! I've got a ton of stuff to do before I can start my weekend, but I'm determined to get it done! I have some people coming in for a meeting that unfortunately I have to lead, but hopefully it will go fast. I'm semi-sort-of prepared. I'll just talk fast!

I know it's only preseason, but VIKINGS FOOTBALL starts tonight!! Skol! I feel good about this year. We have a brand new stadium and a quarterback that's a year more experienced. Our defense is strong. This is going to be a good season!

I'm trying PB2 powdered peanut butter today. It has like 85% less fat than regular peanut butter and is really low in points. I'm assuming it's going to be similar to Better'n Peanut Butter, which I like. I need more low point options, so I hope this works out.



Thursday, August 11, 2016

But I know what I like, I know I like dancing with you

Thursday!! I had this great outfit planned, my hot pink geometric heels and a new pair of pants I bought 2 weeks ago. That I actually tried on in the store and they fit perfect. But when I put them on this morning, they were too big. That is extremely frustrating. But good, I guess. Anyhow, I threw on a pair of jeans and flats and went on my way. Having my clothes be too big is not the most terrible problem in the universe.

I know it's only preseason, but IT'S FOOTBALL TIME!! The only time of the year more exciting for me is when college basketball starts. I think this is going to be a good season. I mean, we have a brand new stadium! That I get to see Metallica in VERY SOON!! And hopefully I will get to see a game there. Skol!!


Wednesday, August 10, 2016

I'd trade a million pretty words.....

Wednesday!! Last night I had an excellent (but fast) dinner with an old friend who offered a new perspective on a current situation. And it was one of the most insightful conversations I've had in a long time. I'm so thankful we're friends. You're advise was spot on and I think I'm back in a very good place.

Tonight I need to go to Target. And then the treadmill. I need to stay on track with both Weight Watchers and the treadmill. Yesterdays weigh-in was very good, I lost 4 pounds. But I need to continue the new-found momentum I've got.

I wish I would stop getting emails from the Coach outlet. I do no need another new handbag. Plus. I'm saving for the Vikings Dooney!!




Tuesday, August 09, 2016

Simply pretend that you can build them again...

Another day at work. And since I now have 2 email boxes to deal with, I'm ending up with like 700 emails a day. Well, maybe not 700. but it certainly feels like that. There are so many aspects to JC's job that I am still trying to understand and figure out. She is the only one who knows what she does, but I've got to figure it out because whether or not the agents and markets get paid is all on me.

I'm wearing a skirt today that I haven't worn in at least 2 or 3 years. And today is weigh-in day. I'm hoping for a good number. Last night I walked on treadmill for 64 minutes. Mostly because I wanted to finish the episode of Quantum Leap I was watching. I started watching that show last week and I think I like it. I forgot all about it, and it is fairly interesting.

I'm about to level up to 199 in Bingo Blitz. Maybe with the credits for leveling up I will be able to finish the new Power Up Girls room. They are apparently running out of ideas for new rooms.




Monday, August 08, 2016

It didn't take too long until I got it together.....

Another Monday....I had a pretty good weekend. Friday night I was sleeping by 7 pm, and that was great! Saturday night I went to play bingo with D2 and ended up buying a couple of tickets for the meat raffle. I didn't even know that they were a real thing! I didn't bingo, but I did win a nice package of meat. Which in retrospect sounds highly perverse, but totally wasn't. I chose a breakfast package of sausage, bacon and a ham steak. I'm way more excited about it than I should be! Lol

I most definitely think we'll go back to that bingo place. Everyone was so nice, and the waitress was fantastic! Maybe eventually one of us will hit a bingo! and I also proved I could go to bar and have fun without alcohol!! I wore a banana clip as practice for the 5k Glo Run. I'm super excited about it!!!

I have a HUGE zit on the middle of my chin. I'm not sure if it's stress or the treadmill, but it's horrible. I have dinner plans tomorrow night so I hope it calms down. I'm also contemplating going to play bingo Wednesday night. Purse bingo, because I can always use a new designer handbag!!



Friday, August 05, 2016

Sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow....

It's Friday. Its been a very, very long week. I'm going to spend the weekend doing laundry and sorting through clothes that don't fit. I need to find enough confidence to wear the size that actually fits me instead of trying to hide in something too big. It's hard because even though I have lost weight, I know I still have a ways to go. I did go on the treadmill last night, so hopefully that is the beginning of a positive change.

I also decided to, at least for a while, stop coloring my hair. I don't know what's my natural color is anymore and I'm a bit curious to see if I have any gray. I can always dye it at any time, but I think I'll let it grow out a bit. It's also time to find a style other than "hanging drably". My hair looked really good yesterday, but unfortunately I left that curling iron over at M's, so it could be awhile before I get it back.

The 21 year old son of a coworker passed away last weekend and the funeral is today. I wish I could make myself go, but I'm in no emotional position to be handle it appropriately. Maybe that makes me a terrible, selfish person. But I've got stuff going on that is just wrecking me, and I can't even fathom seeing the pain these people are going through. I feel guilty being such a mess over my stuff when clearly my pain and issues can't compare to theirs. I will pray for us all to find peace.



Thursday, August 04, 2016

I've got pride, I'm takin' it for a ride......

I've been insanely busy with work. I'm not sure how I'm going to get this all done. But I will.

I had a great time at the cabin last weekend. Too much vodka, too much sun. But the cabin is always a great time.

I'm using some changes in  my life as motivation to recommit myself to Weight Watchers and to the treadmill. I need them both.