Posting for Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Usually during this time of the year I am anticipating receiving my W2's and calling for an appointment to have my taxes done ASAP. This year, my anticipation, is not that of excitement, it is of dread. With me being unemployed half of the year, what will this mean for any hopes of a refund heading this way?
I will be having my taxes done soon and will find out. I may have to cover my eyes, take my Vaseline, angel and whatever good luck figure I can find to bring. I will feel mucho better when I find out the damage and/or hopefully some good news.
Everyone have a truly wonderful day! Thanks for stopping by.
Thursday, January 31, 2013
A feeling like no other
Posting for Tuesday, January 29th, 2013
All day I felt ok. When it was time to go home I was feeling a bit out of my element like I was hearing people talk to me but they seemed to be a distance away and they were right next to me, some people kept telling me I was forgetting what they were saying. I had a terrible (headache) over my right eye and my head just felt like mush. I managed to have a bite to eat with my mother, watch an hour long tv show and off to bed I went.
This was the night we were to have strong storms. I heard nothing! I didn't hear any of the sirens, I didn't hear the many texts I got, NOTHING I was in the land of deep sleepville and it is an awesome place to be! Wish I could go there more often! I love that place.
These feelings alarmed me but I didn't want to go to the hospital in a storm or anything else I just wanted to crawl into my big warm bed with Pepper, and that is just what I did.
All day I felt ok. When it was time to go home I was feeling a bit out of my element like I was hearing people talk to me but they seemed to be a distance away and they were right next to me, some people kept telling me I was forgetting what they were saying. I had a terrible (headache) over my right eye and my head just felt like mush. I managed to have a bite to eat with my mother, watch an hour long tv show and off to bed I went.
This was the night we were to have strong storms. I heard nothing! I didn't hear any of the sirens, I didn't hear the many texts I got, NOTHING I was in the land of deep sleepville and it is an awesome place to be! Wish I could go there more often! I love that place.
These feelings alarmed me but I didn't want to go to the hospital in a storm or anything else I just wanted to crawl into my big warm bed with Pepper, and that is just what I did.
Stress and Sitting down job
Posting for Monday, January 28th, 2013
Most people that have never had a sit down job, just don't realize or believe you when you tell them how stressful your job is. Well, I am here to tell you my job is A1 stressful. There are many facets why it is so stressful, but alas, I can't "air my dirty laundry" on here since the internet is not as private as the jet Obama flies around in.
I find myself mentally exhausted after my 8 hour shift and that is just sad that I am unable to stay away for more than 4 hours when I come home at night. Do I need Gingko Biloba or what?
I thought when I took this job I was making the right decision for myself, now I am second guessing this choice. I am thinking things over to see where the future may lead me.
Peace out! Thanks for stopping by!
Most people that have never had a sit down job, just don't realize or believe you when you tell them how stressful your job is. Well, I am here to tell you my job is A1 stressful. There are many facets why it is so stressful, but alas, I can't "air my dirty laundry" on here since the internet is not as private as the jet Obama flies around in.
I find myself mentally exhausted after my 8 hour shift and that is just sad that I am unable to stay away for more than 4 hours when I come home at night. Do I need Gingko Biloba or what?
I thought when I took this job I was making the right decision for myself, now I am second guessing this choice. I am thinking things over to see where the future may lead me.
Peace out! Thanks for stopping by!
Bobby Knight Quotes
Posting for Sunday, January 27, 2013
People change over the years, and that changes situations for good and for bad.
Bobby Knight
Mental toughness is to physical as four is to one.
Bobby Knight
Why talk now when so many things have been said without ever giving me a chance to talk?
Bobby Knight
If I came in to recruit your son, I would tell you, your wife, and your son, that I will be the most demanding coach your son can play for.
Bobby Knight
During my 40-year coaching career at West Point, Indiana and Texas Tech, my teams reached the Final Four on five occasions, winning the national championship three times.
Bobby Knight
I don't have to wait until the next morning to regret something I did that was kinda dumb.
Bobby Knight
I don't think I have ever been out of control.
Bobby Knight
All of us learn to write in the second grade. Most of us go on to greater things.
Bobby Knight
You don't play against opponents, you play against the game of basketball.
Bobby Knight
People change over the years, and that changes situations for good and for bad.
Bobby Knight
Mental toughness is to physical as four is to one.
Bobby Knight
Why talk now when so many things have been said without ever giving me a chance to talk?
Bobby Knight
If I came in to recruit your son, I would tell you, your wife, and your son, that I will be the most demanding coach your son can play for.
Bobby Knight
During my 40-year coaching career at West Point, Indiana and Texas Tech, my teams reached the Final Four on five occasions, winning the national championship three times.
Bobby Knight
I don't have to wait until the next morning to regret something I did that was kinda dumb.
Bobby Knight
I don't think I have ever been out of control.
Bobby Knight
All of us learn to write in the second grade. Most of us go on to greater things.
Bobby Knight
You don't play against opponents, you play against the game of basketball.
Bobby Knight
Sunday, January 27, 2013
Start of de-hoarding
Posting for Saturday, January 26th, 2013
I have always referred myself as a "pack rat" that seems so much nicer of a word to me than a "hoarder." Now let me explain, although I have saved a lot of junk over the years, I am not quite the hoarder type like you see on tv where you can barely open the door, haven't seen your kitchen in years, have to step over stuff to sit on the couch, etc. Not that bad. But it needs some improving and I have begun to do just that. I have a long way to go but I have made an improvement. I have 10 bags out waiting for the trashman to come take them away on Tuesday, and so far I have 5 Goodwill bags. Go me.
I just decided if I don't ever look at this stuff, it needs to go bye bye. Some things I have to keep like old tax paperwork, important papers. It is sad I found so many cd's out of their cases, dvd jackets with no dvd's in them, stuff like that. I found a lot of old pictures.
I found my dad's wallet (that choked me up a bit). His wallet still has his driver's license in it, all of his old credit cards, and $7. It will remain that way. Everything I found pertaining to my dad I have to keep, I just HAVE to. There's not a lot but it will remain with me forever.
I found my class ring which I had thought I had lost many moons ago, I tried it on and it fit! I was a happy camper! I found a lot of my "super fat" clothes, they are being gotten rid of, except a few items I am keeping as reminders of my old unhealthy lifestyle.
I bought a new container for all of my shoes and for the most part all of them fit, except my Crocs. I have accumulated many pairs in different colors so they will have to have a space all of their own. Love my Crocs! Wish I could wear them to work, I would be one happy camper!
One thing I didn't find and have been searching for is a charm bracelet I had made several years ago, would love to find it and start wearing it again. I found some other jewelry that I had forgotten that I had.
I tell you, de-hoarding has led me to many treasures I didn't remember I had, and some much needed things that was time I threw away. Overall, I am proud of the start I made and it is much nicer to be in a bedroom where I can actually walk around the bed instead of trying to manuever around all the junk.
Don't call the Hoarding show on me just yet, Kazi is taking control! Stay tuned for more information later on this subject!
I have always referred myself as a "pack rat" that seems so much nicer of a word to me than a "hoarder." Now let me explain, although I have saved a lot of junk over the years, I am not quite the hoarder type like you see on tv where you can barely open the door, haven't seen your kitchen in years, have to step over stuff to sit on the couch, etc. Not that bad. But it needs some improving and I have begun to do just that. I have a long way to go but I have made an improvement. I have 10 bags out waiting for the trashman to come take them away on Tuesday, and so far I have 5 Goodwill bags. Go me.
I just decided if I don't ever look at this stuff, it needs to go bye bye. Some things I have to keep like old tax paperwork, important papers. It is sad I found so many cd's out of their cases, dvd jackets with no dvd's in them, stuff like that. I found a lot of old pictures.
I found my dad's wallet (that choked me up a bit). His wallet still has his driver's license in it, all of his old credit cards, and $7. It will remain that way. Everything I found pertaining to my dad I have to keep, I just HAVE to. There's not a lot but it will remain with me forever.
I found my class ring which I had thought I had lost many moons ago, I tried it on and it fit! I was a happy camper! I found a lot of my "super fat" clothes, they are being gotten rid of, except a few items I am keeping as reminders of my old unhealthy lifestyle.
I bought a new container for all of my shoes and for the most part all of them fit, except my Crocs. I have accumulated many pairs in different colors so they will have to have a space all of their own. Love my Crocs! Wish I could wear them to work, I would be one happy camper!
One thing I didn't find and have been searching for is a charm bracelet I had made several years ago, would love to find it and start wearing it again. I found some other jewelry that I had forgotten that I had.
I tell you, de-hoarding has led me to many treasures I didn't remember I had, and some much needed things that was time I threw away. Overall, I am proud of the start I made and it is much nicer to be in a bedroom where I can actually walk around the bed instead of trying to manuever around all the junk.
Don't call the Hoarding show on me just yet, Kazi is taking control! Stay tuned for more information later on this subject!
Time is moving by quickly
Posting for Friday, January 25th, 2013
Just sitting here thinking about what date it is, and I realized a month ago from today was Christmas. It seems like it should be a longer time than this. If this is any indication how the year is going to go, maybe just maybe, I will be swimming and dipping my feet in some water soon. That would be great.
I enjoyed last year's winter so much better. True, we haven't had much of the white stuff or slick roads so far this season, but the temps were great and I could drive anywhere I wanted to in Evansville with virtually no troubles. The colder temps are preventing me from getting out as much. I am not as young as I used to me, some things that never ache, have started aching from the extreme cold weather.
I really believe that 2013 is the year that will be about changes and opportunities. I won't dwell on either, but I certainly wont be turning my head and ignoring any possiblities that might head this way. :)
Just sitting here thinking about what date it is, and I realized a month ago from today was Christmas. It seems like it should be a longer time than this. If this is any indication how the year is going to go, maybe just maybe, I will be swimming and dipping my feet in some water soon. That would be great.
I enjoyed last year's winter so much better. True, we haven't had much of the white stuff or slick roads so far this season, but the temps were great and I could drive anywhere I wanted to in Evansville with virtually no troubles. The colder temps are preventing me from getting out as much. I am not as young as I used to me, some things that never ache, have started aching from the extreme cold weather.
I really believe that 2013 is the year that will be about changes and opportunities. I won't dwell on either, but I certainly wont be turning my head and ignoring any possiblities that might head this way. :)
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Waiting for the Answer Man
Posting for Thursday, January 24, 2013
Waiting for answers on my overall health. Let's hope everything turns out ok and I am going to live to be a dirty old woman :)
But I did receive something in the mail today where I can send off for a free kit on how to reserve my cemetary plot. How eerie.....
Waiting for answers on my overall health. Let's hope everything turns out ok and I am going to live to be a dirty old woman :)
But I did receive something in the mail today where I can send off for a free kit on how to reserve my cemetary plot. How eerie.....
Wednesday, January 23, 2013
Time to get moving
Posting for Wednesday, January 23, 2013
With the new diet started it was time I got moving in the right direction as well. I bought some Leslie Sansone walking dvd's and they are awesome. I started walking my first indoor mile today. I have to start slow and build myself up since I haven't been doing much in the way of exercise in awhile. I am walking at work which I enjoy doing that. I just need to get into a routine and get that going and I should see a difference. They recommend the dvd exercise at least 3 days a week I am shooting for 5, we will see how that goes. I was surprised doing this first one that I was able to stay on balance. I have some balance issues at times.
It was something I enjoyed doing. I will still continue to weigh on Saturdays, looking forward to this first weigh in this week. My goal is to lose 30 lbs by April 2nd, so that is only 69 days away. I think I can I think I can.
When it gets nicer weather I will be out walking Baby at a park near you.
With the new diet started it was time I got moving in the right direction as well. I bought some Leslie Sansone walking dvd's and they are awesome. I started walking my first indoor mile today. I have to start slow and build myself up since I haven't been doing much in the way of exercise in awhile. I am walking at work which I enjoy doing that. I just need to get into a routine and get that going and I should see a difference. They recommend the dvd exercise at least 3 days a week I am shooting for 5, we will see how that goes. I was surprised doing this first one that I was able to stay on balance. I have some balance issues at times.
It was something I enjoyed doing. I will still continue to weigh on Saturdays, looking forward to this first weigh in this week. My goal is to lose 30 lbs by April 2nd, so that is only 69 days away. I think I can I think I can.
When it gets nicer weather I will be out walking Baby at a park near you.
Why do I have to have this?
Posting for Tuesday, January 22, 2013
Why do I have to have Meniere's disease? If I haven't mentioned it before now, here is a definition:
Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes spontaneous episodes of vertigo — a sensation of a spinning motion — along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and sometimes a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ear. In many cases, Meniere's disease affects only one ear.
People in their 40s and 50s are more likely than people in other age groups to develop Meniere's disease, but it can occur in anyone, even children.
Although Meniere's disease is considered a chronic condition, various treatment strategies can help relieve symptoms and minimize the disease's long-term impact on your life.
Symptoms
Causes
Complications
Preparing for your appointment
Tests and diagnosis
Treatments and drugs
Lifestyle and home remedies
Coping and support
The primary signs and symptoms of Meniere's disease are:
A typical episode might start with a feeling of fullness in your ear, increasing tinnitus and decreasing hearing followed by severe vertigo, often accompanied by nausea and vomiting. Such an episode might last 20 minutes to four hours, after which signs and symptoms improve. Episodes often occur in clusters, with long periods of mild or no symptoms (remission) between.
Still, the severity, frequency and duration of each of these sensory perception problems vary, especially early in the disease. For example, you could have frequent episodes with severe vertigo and only mild disturbances in other sensations. Or you may experience mild vertigo and hearing loss infrequently but have frequent tinnitus that disturbs your sleep.
When to see a doctor
See your doctor if you experience any signs or symptoms of Meniere's disease. Because any one of these problems may be the result of other illnesses, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.
Vertigo is an uncommon but possible sign of other disorders, such as stroke, brain tumor, multiple sclerosis, or diseases of your heart or blood vessels (cardiovascular disease). See your primary care doctor immediately if vertigo is accompanied by any of the following signs or symptoms:
I have had some vertigo experiences here and there, sometimes they cause me to have to lie down and very still sometimes they only last a few moments. The one thing that I have noticed and some family members have noticed is my memory is scattered, I mean more than normal. It worries me but hopefully with some testing we can get some answers and some meds or whatever it takes to bring me back to where I feel comfortable and dont repeat the same things over and over and over. If I do, please bear with me. This is not easy for me to be going through and I tend to shut down at times when I am scared. I know my friends want to help, and I love and appreciate their efforts, this is just my protective mode I guess.
I talked to a nice gentleman at work because he suffers from this too and said he had terrible episodes for about 1.5 years where he would be on the phone talking to a customer and all of a sudden he would hit the floor passed out. I hope and pray that never happens to me.
With this diet, and cutting back on my salt intake I am hoping it will help with this disease. It couldn't hurt is what I am thinking. Please keep me in your prayers through this journey that has no cure.
Why do I have to have Meniere's disease? If I haven't mentioned it before now, here is a definition:
Definition
By Mayo Clinic staffMeniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes spontaneous episodes of vertigo — a sensation of a spinning motion — along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and sometimes a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ear. In many cases, Meniere's disease affects only one ear.
People in their 40s and 50s are more likely than people in other age groups to develop Meniere's disease, but it can occur in anyone, even children.
Although Meniere's disease is considered a chronic condition, various treatment strategies can help relieve symptoms and minimize the disease's long-term impact on your life.
The primary signs and symptoms of Meniere's disease are:
- Recurring episodes of vertigo. Vertigo is similar to the sensation you experience if you spin around quickly several times and suddenly stop. You feel as if the room is still spinning, and you lose your balance. Episodes of vertigo occur without warning and usually last 20 minutes to two hours or more, up to 24 hours. Severe vertigo can cause nausea and vomiting.
- Hearing loss. Hearing loss in Meniere's disease may fluctuate, particularly early in the course of the disease. Eventually, most people experience some degree of permanent hearing loss.
- Ringing in the ear (tinnitus). Tinnitus is the perception of a ringing, buzzing, roaring, whistling or hissing sound in your ear.
- Feeling of fullness in the ear. People with Meniere's disease often feel aural fullness or increased pressure in the ear.
Still, the severity, frequency and duration of each of these sensory perception problems vary, especially early in the disease. For example, you could have frequent episodes with severe vertigo and only mild disturbances in other sensations. Or you may experience mild vertigo and hearing loss infrequently but have frequent tinnitus that disturbs your sleep.
When to see a doctor
See your doctor if you experience any signs or symptoms of Meniere's disease. Because any one of these problems may be the result of other illnesses, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.
Vertigo is an uncommon but possible sign of other disorders, such as stroke, brain tumor, multiple sclerosis, or diseases of your heart or blood vessels (cardiovascular disease). See your primary care doctor immediately if vertigo is accompanied by any of the following signs or symptoms:
- Headache that is unusual or severe for you
- Double vision or loss of vision
- Speech impairment
- Leg or arm weakness
- Loss of consciousness
- Falling or difficulty walking
- Numbness or tingling
- Chest pain
I have had some vertigo experiences here and there, sometimes they cause me to have to lie down and very still sometimes they only last a few moments. The one thing that I have noticed and some family members have noticed is my memory is scattered, I mean more than normal. It worries me but hopefully with some testing we can get some answers and some meds or whatever it takes to bring me back to where I feel comfortable and dont repeat the same things over and over and over. If I do, please bear with me. This is not easy for me to be going through and I tend to shut down at times when I am scared. I know my friends want to help, and I love and appreciate their efforts, this is just my protective mode I guess.
I talked to a nice gentleman at work because he suffers from this too and said he had terrible episodes for about 1.5 years where he would be on the phone talking to a customer and all of a sudden he would hit the floor passed out. I hope and pray that never happens to me.
With this diet, and cutting back on my salt intake I am hoping it will help with this disease. It couldn't hurt is what I am thinking. Please keep me in your prayers through this journey that has no cure.
Monday, the day after the weekend
Posting for Monday, January 21st, 2013
Back to reality and this thing called work. Thankful to get a paycheck! I figured since the weather had gotten so much colder than it was over the weekend that everyone and their brother would be calling to have their service reconnected or at least pay their bill. Mostly it turned out to be they decided to pay their bill.
It was an uneventful day. I began my weightloss journey on Sunday, not only because I was sick, but because I decided it is time to get healthy once again. My 3 year surgiversary is coming up and I need to do this for me. And I am going to. I am determined. You know how it is, you have to be in the right mindset to start something like this, and I have finally reached that point. Plus I want a new bathing suit for this summer.
No vacations planned this summer. A few weekend trips here and there, minor ones, nothing major. I am hoping to get my Burdette Season Pass in a few weeks and I will be all set. Looking forward to that for sure this year.
Back to reality and this thing called work. Thankful to get a paycheck! I figured since the weather had gotten so much colder than it was over the weekend that everyone and their brother would be calling to have their service reconnected or at least pay their bill. Mostly it turned out to be they decided to pay their bill.
It was an uneventful day. I began my weightloss journey on Sunday, not only because I was sick, but because I decided it is time to get healthy once again. My 3 year surgiversary is coming up and I need to do this for me. And I am going to. I am determined. You know how it is, you have to be in the right mindset to start something like this, and I have finally reached that point. Plus I want a new bathing suit for this summer.
No vacations planned this summer. A few weekend trips here and there, minor ones, nothing major. I am hoping to get my Burdette Season Pass in a few weeks and I will be all set. Looking forward to that for sure this year.
Ahhhh Sunday, Blahhhhh Day
****Previous Posting was supposed to be January 19th, 2013 not January 18th, 2013*****
Posting for Sunday, January 20th, 2013
When we went to Bloomington yesterday we had stopped at Noodles and brought back something for my mom and I. She ate hers Saturday night, I of course, could only eat half of mine and I had to put the remainder in the fridge for the next day.
Sunday we both woke up sicker than a dog! And unfortunately it lasted all day, my mom finally ate a piece of toast around 7pm and I was able to eat a Lean Cuisine dinner around that same time. It was miserable, we didn't have any 7 up (what I like to drink when I am sick) or any Saltine crackers. It was too cold and I didn't feel like getting out to go anywhere. What a day! We did manage a nap, the fur kids love naps with their humans almost as much as we do with them, I think!
Glad to see this day come to an end.
Posting for Sunday, January 20th, 2013
When we went to Bloomington yesterday we had stopped at Noodles and brought back something for my mom and I. She ate hers Saturday night, I of course, could only eat half of mine and I had to put the remainder in the fridge for the next day.
Sunday we both woke up sicker than a dog! And unfortunately it lasted all day, my mom finally ate a piece of toast around 7pm and I was able to eat a Lean Cuisine dinner around that same time. It was miserable, we didn't have any 7 up (what I like to drink when I am sick) or any Saltine crackers. It was too cold and I didn't feel like getting out to go anywhere. What a day! We did manage a nap, the fur kids love naps with their humans almost as much as we do with them, I think!
Glad to see this day come to an end.
Sunday, January 20, 2013
Bloomington Bound with Buddies
Posting for Saturday, January 18th, 2013
Finally the day I have been waiting for, my trip to Btown with Stephani and Ashley. Poor Ashley, however, had worked all night and came home to start our all day trip to Bloomington, still don't know how she managed to stay away more than 24 hours and not get all grouchy.
Stephani & Ashley picked me up around 8am and we headed to Bloomington on I69, thanks to Kathy for some marvelous directions!! Brittanee was going to meet us there to go to a few stores for some IU gear and then to eat at Which Wich. We headed to Walmart first and got a few things, waiting for Brittanee to meet us there and from there our Bloomington experiencee took over.
Brittanee drove us to TIS first, we all ended up getting something. Shirts and odds and ends. Then we went to eat, everyone enjoyed Which Wich. :) Then we headed to a few stores on Kirkland, and then the fun began walking all over campus at IU. Very nice day, a little windy but all in all couldn't have asked for a better day. Took some pictures.
Then Brittanee took us back to Ashley's vehicle and Stephani drove us back to da Ville. Fun day!
And Stephani & Ashley got me the Steven Tyler book, a movie card, a Subway card and the Sgt Pepper movie for my birthday. Yep, I am pretty spoiled! An all around great day! Can't wait for our next road trip!
Finally the day I have been waiting for, my trip to Btown with Stephani and Ashley. Poor Ashley, however, had worked all night and came home to start our all day trip to Bloomington, still don't know how she managed to stay away more than 24 hours and not get all grouchy.
Stephani & Ashley picked me up around 8am and we headed to Bloomington on I69, thanks to Kathy for some marvelous directions!! Brittanee was going to meet us there to go to a few stores for some IU gear and then to eat at Which Wich. We headed to Walmart first and got a few things, waiting for Brittanee to meet us there and from there our Bloomington experiencee took over.
Brittanee drove us to TIS first, we all ended up getting something. Shirts and odds and ends. Then we went to eat, everyone enjoyed Which Wich. :) Then we headed to a few stores on Kirkland, and then the fun began walking all over campus at IU. Very nice day, a little windy but all in all couldn't have asked for a better day. Took some pictures.
Then Brittanee took us back to Ashley's vehicle and Stephani drove us back to da Ville. Fun day!
And Stephani & Ashley got me the Steven Tyler book, a movie card, a Subway card and the Sgt Pepper movie for my birthday. Yep, I am pretty spoiled! An all around great day! Can't wait for our next road trip!
Sleep and the average Kazi
Posting for Friday, January 18th, 2013
I feel like the sleep I do get is never enough, I always want more but it is stingy with me for some reason. Alas, Teddy has a habit of waking me up at 5am or a little later, depending on hungry his heiness is. The moment Teddy or Baby or Sasha hear me stir in my bed they all start to get antsy. The dogs want to go out, the cat wants to be fed, and all Kazi wants is to go back to sleep. Is that too much to ask?
The fur kids sleep all day most of the time when they are not running amuk playing with one another or with a toy they have found and act like they have never seen it before in their lives. But when Kazi wants to lay down they all conspire to make noise and meow or bark for constant attention leaving Kazi a very sleepy girl.
Today at work was chips and dip day, we were all supposed to bring something. I cheated, I didn't feel like making anything so I brought a Hawaiian bread bowl and put spinach/artichoke dip in the middle. It was a hit. There were other good chips and dip as well, we all got our yum on!
Overall, a good day, but yawning, could use some more sleep!
I feel like the sleep I do get is never enough, I always want more but it is stingy with me for some reason. Alas, Teddy has a habit of waking me up at 5am or a little later, depending on hungry his heiness is. The moment Teddy or Baby or Sasha hear me stir in my bed they all start to get antsy. The dogs want to go out, the cat wants to be fed, and all Kazi wants is to go back to sleep. Is that too much to ask?
The fur kids sleep all day most of the time when they are not running amuk playing with one another or with a toy they have found and act like they have never seen it before in their lives. But when Kazi wants to lay down they all conspire to make noise and meow or bark for constant attention leaving Kazi a very sleepy girl.
Today at work was chips and dip day, we were all supposed to bring something. I cheated, I didn't feel like making anything so I brought a Hawaiian bread bowl and put spinach/artichoke dip in the middle. It was a hit. There were other good chips and dip as well, we all got our yum on!
Overall, a good day, but yawning, could use some more sleep!
Quote Thursday
Posting for Thursday, January 17th, 2013
Never cut what you can untie.
Everyone ought to be friends with a nun and a
whore and while talking with them forget which is which.
I have learned that success is to be measured not
so much by the position that one has reached in life as by the obstacles which
he has overcome while trying to succeed.
Happiness depends more on how life strikes you
than on what happens.
Family quarrels are bitter things. They don't go
by any rules. They're not like aches or wounds; they're more like splits in the
skin that won't heal because there's not enough material.
Two things are infinite: the universe and human
stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe.
My tastes are simple: I am easily satisfied with
the best.
Always go to other people's funerals, otherwise
they won't come to yours.
Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is
the courage to continue that counts.
Without music, life would be a mistake.
When you do not know what you are doing and what
you are doing is the best - that is inspiration.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Changes Comin Around the Corner
Posting for Wednesday, January 16th, 2013
On January 20th, my weight loss journey begins (again). I am so disappointed in myself, with what I let overcome me and gain some of my weight back. I have no one to blame but myself. I feel like a fat cow. I hope in 1 month I will be singing a different tune. Time will tell.
I ordered some indoor walking dvd's (while it is cold outside) and they are something that is totally doable for someone like me. Plus I will be doing the Just Dance videos for the Wii. Of course, I will be changing my eating habits also. No more Starbucks for me for awhile. :( My one true weakness.
On January 20th, my weight loss journey begins (again). I am so disappointed in myself, with what I let overcome me and gain some of my weight back. I have no one to blame but myself. I feel like a fat cow. I hope in 1 month I will be singing a different tune. Time will tell.
I ordered some indoor walking dvd's (while it is cold outside) and they are something that is totally doable for someone like me. Plus I will be doing the Just Dance videos for the Wii. Of course, I will be changing my eating habits also. No more Starbucks for me for awhile. :( My one true weakness.
I got everything I wanted...and then some
Posting for Tuesday, January 15, 2013
My birthday was a great one! My mom and I went for lunch/dinner at Olive Garden and it was yummy. We went to pick up my cake and it turned out pretty and was very tasty as usual. We only get our cakes from Sam's bakery. They make the best cakes and icing.
I got my Desperate Housewives DVD set, all 8 seasons! Yep, i am a brat. And loved. I also got a JCPenney gift card, some workout pants, a Bath & Bodyworks gift card, a Bed Bath & Beyond gift card and some other things I cant remember.
Turning 46 wasn't bad at all. I would like to think I am older and wiser, but this year may tell me different, who knows?! I don't feel old at all.
Had a lot of birthday fun so far and the fun will continue this weekend. :)
My birthday was a great one! My mom and I went for lunch/dinner at Olive Garden and it was yummy. We went to pick up my cake and it turned out pretty and was very tasty as usual. We only get our cakes from Sam's bakery. They make the best cakes and icing.
I got my Desperate Housewives DVD set, all 8 seasons! Yep, i am a brat. And loved. I also got a JCPenney gift card, some workout pants, a Bath & Bodyworks gift card, a Bed Bath & Beyond gift card and some other things I cant remember.
Turning 46 wasn't bad at all. I would like to think I am older and wiser, but this year may tell me different, who knows?! I don't feel old at all.
Had a lot of birthday fun so far and the fun will continue this weekend. :)
Monday, January 14, 2013
I am 46 today
Posting for Monday, January 14th, 2013
Today is my birthday, it is finally here! I don't feel like I am 46. But I do realize I am dangerously close to the big 50! Scary.
Going to pick up my cake later and have dinner at Olive Garden. Yummy, ready to get my grub on!
More than anything, I hope I am getting my Desperate Housewives DVD set, the full seasons set. Time will tell!
Thanks to everyone for the birthday wishes! I feel loved, know that I am and am grateful!
Today is my birthday, it is finally here! I don't feel like I am 46. But I do realize I am dangerously close to the big 50! Scary.
Going to pick up my cake later and have dinner at Olive Garden. Yummy, ready to get my grub on!
More than anything, I hope I am getting my Desperate Housewives DVD set, the full seasons set. Time will tell!
Thanks to everyone for the birthday wishes! I feel loved, know that I am and am grateful!
Mani/Pedi--yay!
Posting for Sunday, January 13th, 2013
Happy Birthday to Becky! We always used to celebrate our birthdays together, but since she now has a husband we haven't celebrated Gangnam Style in a few years. :) We are supposed to go for a margarita. That will be just fine with me.
I was going to go and have a manicure today at Evans Nails and take my mom on my birthday for us both to have pedicures. But we ended up going to Eva's Nails today, in the nasty, raining, cold weather. I don't like to get manicures at Eva's but I did anyway, since we were there anyway. I had the girl "Jennifer" paint my toes alternating red and white french manicure style in honor of my Hoosiers. Was going to have the same done to my hands, but didn't really like it on my toes, so on my hands they are just red on the tips for french manicure.
My mom got purple on her toes, she didn't want a manicure. I love to have my feet pampered, even in the winter time and not very many people see them. Who cares?
Then it was off to the mall, I found 3 pairs of jeans that I had to get for the time being and then we came home.
I did manage to put most of my clothes in 2 of my new tubs, I have some furniture that I will be getting rid of and making room for my stuff that actually hasn't had a place and should have had all this time. All of this in baby steps.....
Happy Birthday to Becky! We always used to celebrate our birthdays together, but since she now has a husband we haven't celebrated Gangnam Style in a few years. :) We are supposed to go for a margarita. That will be just fine with me.
I was going to go and have a manicure today at Evans Nails and take my mom on my birthday for us both to have pedicures. But we ended up going to Eva's Nails today, in the nasty, raining, cold weather. I don't like to get manicures at Eva's but I did anyway, since we were there anyway. I had the girl "Jennifer" paint my toes alternating red and white french manicure style in honor of my Hoosiers. Was going to have the same done to my hands, but didn't really like it on my toes, so on my hands they are just red on the tips for french manicure.
My mom got purple on her toes, she didn't want a manicure. I love to have my feet pampered, even in the winter time and not very many people see them. Who cares?
Then it was off to the mall, I found 3 pairs of jeans that I had to get for the time being and then we came home.
I did manage to put most of my clothes in 2 of my new tubs, I have some furniture that I will be getting rid of and making room for my stuff that actually hasn't had a place and should have had all this time. All of this in baby steps.....
Running Errands Kinda of day
Posting for Saturday, January 12th, 2013
Was supposed to have other plans but they fell through. No harm no foul. Instead my mom and I went to pick out my cake, since she doesnt drive much, yes, I had to go and pick out my cake. It's all good though, I don't mind. Now, Brittanee would probably not like doing such a task, but I am easy going and it was fine. I may post pictures of it later, it is really cute.
Then we went to the grocery store and spent wayyy too much money. In my cleaning things up and throwing away things challenge, I bought 3 tubs to start getting things more organized. I have to buy a few more so I can condense the clutter. Yes, I am throwing things away too, and making Goodwill bags, so I am not just moving clutter around. I am serious about this challenge and will be taking pictures to document my success.
On this trip, I managed to get 2 new pillows and a new Colts tshirt. Kazi is a happy girl!
Saturday evening I finally watched and participated in one of the Leslie Sansone's Walking 3 Mega Miles indoors dvd, it is amazing and very doable! It just may help me get to my goal weight. Body parts crossed. Then we watched a Jeff Dunham DVD that I bought thru my DVD club, it was awesome, in fact I will be ordering more later today.
Was supposed to have other plans but they fell through. No harm no foul. Instead my mom and I went to pick out my cake, since she doesnt drive much, yes, I had to go and pick out my cake. It's all good though, I don't mind. Now, Brittanee would probably not like doing such a task, but I am easy going and it was fine. I may post pictures of it later, it is really cute.
Then we went to the grocery store and spent wayyy too much money. In my cleaning things up and throwing away things challenge, I bought 3 tubs to start getting things more organized. I have to buy a few more so I can condense the clutter. Yes, I am throwing things away too, and making Goodwill bags, so I am not just moving clutter around. I am serious about this challenge and will be taking pictures to document my success.
On this trip, I managed to get 2 new pillows and a new Colts tshirt. Kazi is a happy girl!
Saturday evening I finally watched and participated in one of the Leslie Sansone's Walking 3 Mega Miles indoors dvd, it is amazing and very doable! It just may help me get to my goal weight. Body parts crossed. Then we watched a Jeff Dunham DVD that I bought thru my DVD club, it was awesome, in fact I will be ordering more later today.
Rating my Performance
Posting for Friday, January 11, 2013
Most every Friday at work is a meeting Friday, which means when I start my shift at 10am I go straight into a meeting. No phones for an hour. Ahhhh. This Friday, we had to rate ourselves in our job and character and send to our supervisors during this meeting, and our accomplishments since we have been with the company. Well, let's see, I have been there for 7 months, not much happened.
Sure, I was able to put stuff down, like I worked every Saturday in October that was offered to me for overtime, I pulled a lot of overtime, I worked outages once, I got a customer compliment, and in the 3rd quarter I managed to have perfect attendance. How much of a raise do you think that will warrant? I hope a good one. Time will tell.
Raises are in March. We are supposed to get a bonus in March, I am thinking March should be relabled from March Madness to March Sweetness! :)
Most every Friday at work is a meeting Friday, which means when I start my shift at 10am I go straight into a meeting. No phones for an hour. Ahhhh. This Friday, we had to rate ourselves in our job and character and send to our supervisors during this meeting, and our accomplishments since we have been with the company. Well, let's see, I have been there for 7 months, not much happened.
Sure, I was able to put stuff down, like I worked every Saturday in October that was offered to me for overtime, I pulled a lot of overtime, I worked outages once, I got a customer compliment, and in the 3rd quarter I managed to have perfect attendance. How much of a raise do you think that will warrant? I hope a good one. Time will tell.
Raises are in March. We are supposed to get a bonus in March, I am thinking March should be relabled from March Madness to March Sweetness! :)
Thursday, January 10, 2013
Birthday Celebrations 2013
Posting for Thursday, January 10th, 2013
As most of you know by now, I think my birthday should be a holiday and I celebrate many days in the month of January. Not just the actual day, and I love it and all the people that continue to make my day extra special.
With that being said, I walk into work this morning and find my cubicle decorated for my birthday. What a nice surprise! Plus a card signed by everyone on my team.
Then after work, I met Kathy for dinner at the new BBQ place called Bandana's. It was very tasty! Will definitely try it again! Kathy took me there for my birthday, a very nice gesture. Always fun to hang out with her. :)
As most of you know by now, I think my birthday should be a holiday and I celebrate many days in the month of January. Not just the actual day, and I love it and all the people that continue to make my day extra special.
With that being said, I walk into work this morning and find my cubicle decorated for my birthday. What a nice surprise! Plus a card signed by everyone on my team.
Then after work, I met Kathy for dinner at the new BBQ place called Bandana's. It was very tasty! Will definitely try it again! Kathy took me there for my birthday, a very nice gesture. Always fun to hang out with her. :)
An OMG kinda day
Posting for Wednesday, January 9th, 2013
It seemed like everyone was on edge, everyone had an attitude and everyone took it out on me. Because I am a writer, I express my feelings with words most of the time. Maybe not the wisest thing for me to do, but it is part of who I am. I wanted to choke a few people, I am not gonna lie.
It seemed like everyone was on edge, everyone had an attitude and everyone took it out on me. Because I am a writer, I express my feelings with words most of the time. Maybe not the wisest thing for me to do, but it is part of who I am. I wanted to choke a few people, I am not gonna lie.
Wednesday, January 9, 2013
ENT appointment findings
Posting for Tuesday, January 8th, 2013
First and foremost, let's talk about my "scary" appointment with the ENT doctor, Dr Thomas Logan, the older one that I saw probably 20 years ago or so.
Before we get into the actual appointment, let's talk about Dr Logan, first, shall we? He came in wearing that light on his head with a strap that Dr's probably wore in the 50's. The waiting room was enormous, so big and well, yea, scary. We sat in the waiting room for what seemed like forever, and the funny thing is, no one was leaving or being called back to the examining room. Weird.
First I saw the Audiologist. She led me back to a booth, like the one from Family Feud, when your other family member was out giving answers for the bonus round and you had to put some headphones on in a booth, this is what I felt like. Only I wasn't about to win lots of money, instead I had to push a button when I could hear strange noises in my ear. And repeat words like I was 5. That test was about 15 minutes.
I then saw the Dr. He immediately came in and started poking on my fingers! I found this odd for him to be an ENT and he was touching my hands, but he told me he was checking for swollenness because of too much salt in my diet. Yes, I agree to that, I am a saltaholic. Told me I needed to cut down on that, take a water pill, and wear a hearing aid in my right ear, as I have 40% loss in it.
Then took me to another room, across the "scary" waiting room into another part of the office, where you can tell wasn't used much, then I had to lie in a recliner hold very still in the dark with my eyes closed while yet another test was being conducted. Me, being the inquistive soul that I am, asked a million questions to the audiologist once the test was over and I didn't have to hold still like a little kid. She smiled at me and told me she couldn;t tell me the results, those would have to come from the good Dr himself. Guess that is why he makes the big bucks :)
He confirmed I have Meniere's disease. No one knows what causes it and there is no cure. Great another medical mystery to add to my list.
Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes spontaneous episodes of vertigo — a sensation of a spinning motion — along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and sometimes a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ear. In many cases, Meniere's disease affects only one ear.
People in their 40s and 50s are more likely than people in other age groups to develop Meniere's disease, but it can occur in anyone, even children.
Although Meniere's disease is considered a chronic condition, various treatment strategies can help relieve symptoms and minimize the disease's long-term impact on your life.
He told me I have Meniere's disease, which has something to do with hearing loss.
The primary signs and symptoms of Meniere's disease are:
Still, the severity, frequency and duration of each of these sensory perception problems vary, especially early in the disease. For example, you could have frequent episodes with severe vertigo and only mild disturbances in other sensations. Or you may experience mild vertigo and hearing loss infrequently but have frequent tinnitus that disturbs your sleep.
When to see a doctor
See your doctor if you experience any signs or symptoms of Meniere's disease. Because any one of these problems may be the result of other illnesses, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.
Vertigo is an uncommon but possible sign of other disorders, such as stroke, brain tumor, multiple sclerosis, or diseases of your heart or blood vessels (cardiovascular disease). See your primary care doctor immediately if vertigo is accompanied by any of the following signs or symptoms:
Vertigo can also increase your risk of:
Thanks for the love and support during this time of not knowing what it was I could be facing. Much love!
First and foremost, let's talk about my "scary" appointment with the ENT doctor, Dr Thomas Logan, the older one that I saw probably 20 years ago or so.
Before we get into the actual appointment, let's talk about Dr Logan, first, shall we? He came in wearing that light on his head with a strap that Dr's probably wore in the 50's. The waiting room was enormous, so big and well, yea, scary. We sat in the waiting room for what seemed like forever, and the funny thing is, no one was leaving or being called back to the examining room. Weird.
First I saw the Audiologist. She led me back to a booth, like the one from Family Feud, when your other family member was out giving answers for the bonus round and you had to put some headphones on in a booth, this is what I felt like. Only I wasn't about to win lots of money, instead I had to push a button when I could hear strange noises in my ear. And repeat words like I was 5. That test was about 15 minutes.
I then saw the Dr. He immediately came in and started poking on my fingers! I found this odd for him to be an ENT and he was touching my hands, but he told me he was checking for swollenness because of too much salt in my diet. Yes, I agree to that, I am a saltaholic. Told me I needed to cut down on that, take a water pill, and wear a hearing aid in my right ear, as I have 40% loss in it.
Then took me to another room, across the "scary" waiting room into another part of the office, where you can tell wasn't used much, then I had to lie in a recliner hold very still in the dark with my eyes closed while yet another test was being conducted. Me, being the inquistive soul that I am, asked a million questions to the audiologist once the test was over and I didn't have to hold still like a little kid. She smiled at me and told me she couldn;t tell me the results, those would have to come from the good Dr himself. Guess that is why he makes the big bucks :)
He confirmed I have Meniere's disease. No one knows what causes it and there is no cure. Great another medical mystery to add to my list.
Meniere's disease is a disorder of the inner ear that causes spontaneous episodes of vertigo — a sensation of a spinning motion — along with fluctuating hearing loss, ringing in the ear (tinnitus), and sometimes a feeling of fullness or pressure in your ear. In many cases, Meniere's disease affects only one ear.
People in their 40s and 50s are more likely than people in other age groups to develop Meniere's disease, but it can occur in anyone, even children.
Although Meniere's disease is considered a chronic condition, various treatment strategies can help relieve symptoms and minimize the disease's long-term impact on your life.
He told me I have Meniere's disease, which has something to do with hearing loss.
The primary signs and symptoms of Meniere's disease are:
- Recurring episodes of vertigo. Vertigo is similar to the sensation you experience if you spin around quickly several times and suddenly stop. You feel as if the room is still spinning, and you lose your balance. Episodes of vertigo occur without warning and usually last 20 minutes to two hours or more, up to 24 hours. Severe vertigo can cause nausea and vomiting.
- Hearing loss. Hearing loss in Meniere's disease may fluctuate, particularly early in the course of the disease. Eventually, most people experience some degree of permanent hearing loss.
- Ringing in the ear (tinnitus). Tinnitus is the perception of a ringing, buzzing, roaring, whistling or hissing sound in your ear.
- Feeling of fullness in the ear. People with Meniere's disease often feel aural fullness or increased pressure in the ear.
Still, the severity, frequency and duration of each of these sensory perception problems vary, especially early in the disease. For example, you could have frequent episodes with severe vertigo and only mild disturbances in other sensations. Or you may experience mild vertigo and hearing loss infrequently but have frequent tinnitus that disturbs your sleep.
When to see a doctor
See your doctor if you experience any signs or symptoms of Meniere's disease. Because any one of these problems may be the result of other illnesses, it's important to get an accurate diagnosis as soon as possible.
Vertigo is an uncommon but possible sign of other disorders, such as stroke, brain tumor, multiple sclerosis, or diseases of your heart or blood vessels (cardiovascular disease). See your primary care doctor immediately if vertigo is accompanied by any of the following signs or symptoms:
- Headache that is unusual or severe for you
- Double vision or loss of vision
- Speech impairment
- Leg or arm weakness
- Loss of consciousness
- Falling or difficulty walking
- Numbness or tingling
- Chest pain
- The cause of Meniere's disease isn't well understood. It appears to be the result of the abnormal volume or composition of fluid in the inner ear.
- The inner ear is a cluster of connected passages and cavities called a labyrinth. The outside of the inner ear is made of bone (bony labyrinth). Inside is a soft structure of membrane (membranous labyrinth) that's a slightly smaller, similarly shaped version of the bony labyrinth. The membranous labyrinth contains a fluid (endolymph) and is lined with hair-like sensors that respond to movement of the fluid.
In order for all of the sensors in the inner ear to function properly, the fluid needs to retain a certain volume, pressure and chemical composition. Factors that alter the properties of inner ear fluid may help cause Meniere's disease. Scientists have proposed a number of potential causes or triggers, including:
- Improper fluid drainage, perhaps because of a blockage or anatomic abnormality
- Abnormal immune response
- Allergies
- Viral infection
- Genetic predisposition
- Head trauma
- Migraines
Vertigo can also increase your risk of:
- Falls
- Accidents while driving a car or operating heavy machinery
- Depression or anxiety in dealing with the disease
- Permanent hearing loss
Thanks for the love and support during this time of not knowing what it was I could be facing. Much love!
Thank God for Auto Time....
Posting for Monday, January 7th, 2013
Monday was your typical Monday, a day of dread from a fun weekend and a dose that you must head back to reality whether you were ready for the weekend to end or not. Plus the Hoosiers were playing at 6pm, a good reason to ask for auto time. AKA you can leave early without pay, well, this is not something you want to do everyday otherwise you wouldn't have much of a paycheck, but on occasion I use it.
In the past I put in from like 4-7, the learned they wont grant you anything over 2 hours at a time, so I was creative on Monday and put 5:30 to 7. I was approved and one happy girl!
Got to watch the entire game, didn't have dvr it and watch it later. Had time to relax before my appointment the next day which had me on the edge of my seat.
Oh yea, and 7 days til my birthday!! Big 46. Exciting year for me it seems to be shaping up that way. :)
Monday was your typical Monday, a day of dread from a fun weekend and a dose that you must head back to reality whether you were ready for the weekend to end or not. Plus the Hoosiers were playing at 6pm, a good reason to ask for auto time. AKA you can leave early without pay, well, this is not something you want to do everyday otherwise you wouldn't have much of a paycheck, but on occasion I use it.
In the past I put in from like 4-7, the learned they wont grant you anything over 2 hours at a time, so I was creative on Monday and put 5:30 to 7. I was approved and one happy girl!
Got to watch the entire game, didn't have dvr it and watch it later. Had time to relax before my appointment the next day which had me on the edge of my seat.
Oh yea, and 7 days til my birthday!! Big 46. Exciting year for me it seems to be shaping up that way. :)
Sunday, January 6, 2013
No patience
Posting for Sunday, January 6th, 2013
Why do some people continue to dwell on the past? On things they can't change? Things they cant undo, come up with a different ending? Change anything? I am finding more and more that I have little to NO patience in dealing with these people.
You ended a relationship-I am sorry. Someone lied to you-I am sorry. Everyone is getting tired of the same old boring stories that continue to spew out of your mouth-I am sorry. You suck as a parent-I am sorry. This list could go on and on.
When things end, of course, I try to save a friendship, when applicable. Sometimes you can do this, sometimes you can't. When you can't, move on, get on with your life and stop whining about the PAST. It's there for a reason, not to talk about it every 5 seconds. Truthfully, move the hell on.
Why do some people continue to dwell on the past? On things they can't change? Things they cant undo, come up with a different ending? Change anything? I am finding more and more that I have little to NO patience in dealing with these people.
You ended a relationship-I am sorry. Someone lied to you-I am sorry. Everyone is getting tired of the same old boring stories that continue to spew out of your mouth-I am sorry. You suck as a parent-I am sorry. This list could go on and on.
When things end, of course, I try to save a friendship, when applicable. Sometimes you can do this, sometimes you can't. When you can't, move on, get on with your life and stop whining about the PAST. It's there for a reason, not to talk about it every 5 seconds. Truthfully, move the hell on.
Saturday, January 5, 2013
Starting to work on my book....finally
Posting for Saturday, January 5, 2013
The day has finally arrived where I am branching out and instead of writing poetry (which I dearly love) and will still do, but right now I am going to begin writing my first book. I have a great story line I think, when I get through some of it, I may put excerpts in here from time to time. Wish me luck. I am very excited!
Then I will be bugging my friend Wayno more than he ever imagined about putting it together for real. Yea, I know he told me about how to do it standing in Walmart when we last ran into each other, and I am supposed to remember this, right? But the sad truth is that I am getting old and with that being said the memory is not what it used to be. So Wayno, if you are reading this you have been warned. It may be in 12 years, but it might be (hopefully) before this year is over. I would like to say 6 months, but hey, I am totally new to this book writing stuff, so I will be safe and say 1 year.
Oh yeah, I am going to weigh today just for the heck of it, I haven't been brave enough to step on a scale in a long time, I need to know what I am facing. I can tell you I am disappointed at the person that looks back at me from the mirror, but this is a year about now dwelling on that of which we can not change, only moving forward and setting retainable goals!
Many blessings to you and yours! Happy Birthday to my friend Sue "you're dialing" hope it's a great day!
The day has finally arrived where I am branching out and instead of writing poetry (which I dearly love) and will still do, but right now I am going to begin writing my first book. I have a great story line I think, when I get through some of it, I may put excerpts in here from time to time. Wish me luck. I am very excited!
Then I will be bugging my friend Wayno more than he ever imagined about putting it together for real. Yea, I know he told me about how to do it standing in Walmart when we last ran into each other, and I am supposed to remember this, right? But the sad truth is that I am getting old and with that being said the memory is not what it used to be. So Wayno, if you are reading this you have been warned. It may be in 12 years, but it might be (hopefully) before this year is over. I would like to say 6 months, but hey, I am totally new to this book writing stuff, so I will be safe and say 1 year.
Oh yeah, I am going to weigh today just for the heck of it, I haven't been brave enough to step on a scale in a long time, I need to know what I am facing. I can tell you I am disappointed at the person that looks back at me from the mirror, but this is a year about now dwelling on that of which we can not change, only moving forward and setting retainable goals!
Many blessings to you and yours! Happy Birthday to my friend Sue "you're dialing" hope it's a great day!
TGIF
Posting for Friday, January 4th, 2013
Why is it that when you have a short work week it seems like it is neverending? That my friends, is what this week has felt like! Glad it's the weekend for sure.
Tomorrow I am going to get my hair did and maybe go bra shopping, sounds fun, right? Not my fave thing to do, but hey it's time.
Have to pay some bills, maybe see if we can find somewhere for my mom to get her do cut.
This New Year seems to be shaping up quite nicely so far, I know it's only the 5th of the month AND 5 days into the new year, but looking back to 2 years ago at this time, this is cake. And I am blessed beyond belief! And this time, I know it!!
Why is it that when you have a short work week it seems like it is neverending? That my friends, is what this week has felt like! Glad it's the weekend for sure.
Tomorrow I am going to get my hair did and maybe go bra shopping, sounds fun, right? Not my fave thing to do, but hey it's time.
Have to pay some bills, maybe see if we can find somewhere for my mom to get her do cut.
This New Year seems to be shaping up quite nicely so far, I know it's only the 5th of the month AND 5 days into the new year, but looking back to 2 years ago at this time, this is cake. And I am blessed beyond belief! And this time, I know it!!
Thursday, January 3, 2013
Waiting on dvds....
Posting for Thursday, January 3rd, 2013
I ordered several dvd's that I am waiting for and some are exercise videos to get my exercise on. Will report how they are once I get them and next week I plan to get back into the exercise groove again, with or without the arrival of those dvds. I got a new dance for the wii and I love those. I have to get mooooving!
Even though it is my birthday month and I will be celebrating a lot this month, I know I need to get back on track and get this excess weight off of this body! I want to be proud of my figure come Burdette time! No more excuses! Stress eating! Time to move in the right direction...wish me luck.
I ordered several dvd's that I am waiting for and some are exercise videos to get my exercise on. Will report how they are once I get them and next week I plan to get back into the exercise groove again, with or without the arrival of those dvds. I got a new dance for the wii and I love those. I have to get mooooving!
Even though it is my birthday month and I will be celebrating a lot this month, I know I need to get back on track and get this excess weight off of this body! I want to be proud of my figure come Burdette time! No more excuses! Stress eating! Time to move in the right direction...wish me luck.
So far so good 2013
Posting for Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Having a day off in the week for a holiday always makes the week feel so much longer when you go back to work. I can't tell you how many times I heard people say at work on Wednesday that it felt like Monday all over again. True dat. I tried to get auto time but since they were offering overtime that wasn't in the cards for me. Oh well.
So far 2013 is shaping up to be a good year, looking forward to see what all January has to offer me. I hope to mark many new things off my list this year.
I hope all my friends and family enjoy this year 2013 right by my side!
Having a day off in the week for a holiday always makes the week feel so much longer when you go back to work. I can't tell you how many times I heard people say at work on Wednesday that it felt like Monday all over again. True dat. I tried to get auto time but since they were offering overtime that wasn't in the cards for me. Oh well.
So far 2013 is shaping up to be a good year, looking forward to see what all January has to offer me. I hope to mark many new things off my list this year.
I hope all my friends and family enjoy this year 2013 right by my side!
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
Bucket List for 2013 January-March...Kazi Style
Posting for Tuesday, January 1st, 2013
Hello & Happy New Year!!
I never had much use for the term New Year's Resolutions and yes, I fell prey to make several, with hardly ever making any of them stick. Of course, I have the same one that almost everyone out there in America have, to lose weight. I have tried this bucket list thing for the past several years in place of "resolutions" if you will, and I seem to have a better success rate for whatever reason.
So, since we are starting a "new" year with "new" hopes, "new" dreams, "new" inspirations, I am going to try something "new" myself. Instead of making a Bucket List for the whole year and know that most of my things on my list wont ever be achieved or experienced, I am going to set goals, if you will, 3 months at a time. We will see how this plays out my friends. You should know by now, I always do things with a little Kazi twist, why should 2013 be any different?
First, I must update from my last bucket list and I was surprised on how well I did on this one. I dont remember the date I created the last one, but I gave myself a deadline of December 15th. My old bucket list was as follows:
Watch 20 movies I have never seen before-I came close but didn't finish this project
Watch 10 TV shows I have never watched-didn't even come close on this one, but I did watch the Big Bang Theory for the first time ever recently, doesn't that count for something?
Eat at 5 restaurants I have never been to-it's hard to accomplish this with my work schedule because working 10-7 I am not feeling like trying much of anything new and my weekends go by wayyy too fast but hoping to incorporate trying many new things in 2013
Read 8 books 4 from authors that I love and 4 from authors I have never read before--had the 4 I have never read before covered Sylvia Day, E L James, Sarah Fawkes, Luis Carlos Montalvan, & Dave Pelzer. I have also read authors that I love--Danielle Steele, Maeve Binchy, Nicholas Sparks, and patiently waiting for the arrival of Jackie Collins new book debuting Feb 5th, 2013. (drool cup needed)
I have written several short stories and in 2013 am delving into writing a book for real, so many ideas swimming around in this brain o mine, so watch for so much more than a blog coming to an internet space near you :)
Ok, so I failed this one BIG TIME, achieving my goal weight by December 15, 2012. Not the end of the world. I have ordered some dvds to try to help me get back to where I was 6 months ago. I would be happy with that. I don't have to be a supermodel, never aspired to be a size 4 but would really like to get this (gulp) 25 lbs off I have gained.
Make 5 new friends-cha ching I exceeded this expectation and I couldnt be more thrilled about this!!
Keep up with my blog for 365 days, still going strong since July 21st, 2012. (Kathy's Birthday) It has been a challenge at times but something that has kept me focused and disciplined as a writer wanna be....
And I did manage to save at least $200, so all in all I think I did pretty well, just as in life, had some disappointments, but by no means am I giving up or giving in, just forging ahead with my head held high and determined to be stronger in many ways thru 2013.
So without further adieu, I am going to keep this first 3 months Bucket List simple and maybe just maybe I can report back and say check, check, check to all of my first quarter endeavors....here goes!
*First and foremost on my list, let's be realtistic and say I would like to lose 10 lbs by March 15th, 2013. I am hoping for more, but no more added unnecessary pressure on myself, if I lose more I will be ecstatic.
*I want to throw a bunch of stuff away, my new theory is going to be if I don't look at something or haven't in the last 2 months I am either donating it to the Goodwill, selling it on Ebay, or pitching it. We joke about being a hoarder, I am not THAT bad, but my pack rat ways have to stop here. I will actually take videos and document before and after shots. This is my goal by the 31st of March. (Need a little extra time for this one) Tracy, this is where you come in, I need to know how to sell things on Ebay. :)
*Continue to be able to save some money here and there
*Make some much needed home improvements
*Read 10 books between now and March 31st
*Watch 25 movies that I have never before seen by March 31st (candy ratings will be given again)
*Start working on my book
I think that should be enough to keep me plenty busy for the first 3 months of the New Year. I won't be journalling my progress along the way, but I will update my progress at the end of February. I encourage each of you to make your own bucket list, and share your results, if you would like and are comfortable in doing so. Here is wishing each and everyone near and far in my life that mean so much to me an incredibly Happy New Year! May 2013 bring many surprises to each of us.....like my prince that is still lost and wont ask for directions and surprisingly doesnt own a GPS! Oh well, many blessings to you and yours this "New" Year!!
Hello & Happy New Year!!
I never had much use for the term New Year's Resolutions and yes, I fell prey to make several, with hardly ever making any of them stick. Of course, I have the same one that almost everyone out there in America have, to lose weight. I have tried this bucket list thing for the past several years in place of "resolutions" if you will, and I seem to have a better success rate for whatever reason.
So, since we are starting a "new" year with "new" hopes, "new" dreams, "new" inspirations, I am going to try something "new" myself. Instead of making a Bucket List for the whole year and know that most of my things on my list wont ever be achieved or experienced, I am going to set goals, if you will, 3 months at a time. We will see how this plays out my friends. You should know by now, I always do things with a little Kazi twist, why should 2013 be any different?
First, I must update from my last bucket list and I was surprised on how well I did on this one. I dont remember the date I created the last one, but I gave myself a deadline of December 15th. My old bucket list was as follows:
Watch 20 movies I have never seen before-I came close but didn't finish this project
Watch 10 TV shows I have never watched-didn't even come close on this one, but I did watch the Big Bang Theory for the first time ever recently, doesn't that count for something?
Eat at 5 restaurants I have never been to-it's hard to accomplish this with my work schedule because working 10-7 I am not feeling like trying much of anything new and my weekends go by wayyy too fast but hoping to incorporate trying many new things in 2013
Read 8 books 4 from authors that I love and 4 from authors I have never read before--had the 4 I have never read before covered Sylvia Day, E L James, Sarah Fawkes, Luis Carlos Montalvan, & Dave Pelzer. I have also read authors that I love--Danielle Steele, Maeve Binchy, Nicholas Sparks, and patiently waiting for the arrival of Jackie Collins new book debuting Feb 5th, 2013. (drool cup needed)
I have written several short stories and in 2013 am delving into writing a book for real, so many ideas swimming around in this brain o mine, so watch for so much more than a blog coming to an internet space near you :)
Ok, so I failed this one BIG TIME, achieving my goal weight by December 15, 2012. Not the end of the world. I have ordered some dvds to try to help me get back to where I was 6 months ago. I would be happy with that. I don't have to be a supermodel, never aspired to be a size 4 but would really like to get this (gulp) 25 lbs off I have gained.
Make 5 new friends-cha ching I exceeded this expectation and I couldnt be more thrilled about this!!
Keep up with my blog for 365 days, still going strong since July 21st, 2012. (Kathy's Birthday) It has been a challenge at times but something that has kept me focused and disciplined as a writer wanna be....
And I did manage to save at least $200, so all in all I think I did pretty well, just as in life, had some disappointments, but by no means am I giving up or giving in, just forging ahead with my head held high and determined to be stronger in many ways thru 2013.
So without further adieu, I am going to keep this first 3 months Bucket List simple and maybe just maybe I can report back and say check, check, check to all of my first quarter endeavors....here goes!
*First and foremost on my list, let's be realtistic and say I would like to lose 10 lbs by March 15th, 2013. I am hoping for more, but no more added unnecessary pressure on myself, if I lose more I will be ecstatic.
*I want to throw a bunch of stuff away, my new theory is going to be if I don't look at something or haven't in the last 2 months I am either donating it to the Goodwill, selling it on Ebay, or pitching it. We joke about being a hoarder, I am not THAT bad, but my pack rat ways have to stop here. I will actually take videos and document before and after shots. This is my goal by the 31st of March. (Need a little extra time for this one) Tracy, this is where you come in, I need to know how to sell things on Ebay. :)
*Continue to be able to save some money here and there
*Make some much needed home improvements
*Read 10 books between now and March 31st
*Watch 25 movies that I have never before seen by March 31st (candy ratings will be given again)
*Start working on my book
I think that should be enough to keep me plenty busy for the first 3 months of the New Year. I won't be journalling my progress along the way, but I will update my progress at the end of February. I encourage each of you to make your own bucket list, and share your results, if you would like and are comfortable in doing so. Here is wishing each and everyone near and far in my life that mean so much to me an incredibly Happy New Year! May 2013 bring many surprises to each of us.....like my prince that is still lost and wont ask for directions and surprisingly doesnt own a GPS! Oh well, many blessings to you and yours this "New" Year!!
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