2010 was full making new friends and also losing friends. Although it was a tough year for me financially and emotionally I feel like all that is in my past. I see a light at the end of this tunnel.
Here's a look back at my 2010.
January: I started off the new year with a bang in San Diego followed by Idyllwild for the weekend with great friends. The weekend after was spent up in Big Bear with the boys for the first of my hopefully many fun weekends with the boys in Big Bear. The year started off amazingly, surrounded by my wonderful friends. It all came crashing down though on the 31st. I remember this night like it was yesterday. I was in Huntington Beach with my brother, his fiance, my cousin, and some friends when we all go the phone call that my Grandpa Gene passed away after his battle with cancer.
February: I met my longtime radio favorites Frosty, Heidi, and Frank at Hooters in Lake Forest with some of my friends. I spent a wonderful Valentine's Day with my two friends Bri and Han. We had a lovely dinner at Yardhouse followed by drinks at Dave & Buster's. I made not having a "Valentine" this year work. Just surrounded myself with the friends and family I love. I also gave up alcohol for lent which was something very difficult for me but also showed me that I don't always need to drink to have a good time. Another memorable thing this month was I had Roscoe's Chicken and Waffles for the first time. How could I not mention that? It was something worth remembering. A great experience with my friend Jessica.
March: I surrounded myself with friends this month. Even though I wasn't drinking alcohol I sure went out a lot and sipped on water. I'm sure my friends loved it since I was the designated designated driver.
April: Finally Lent was over! How did I celebrate this? Vegas of course! Bri's birthday brought me out there but it sure was a way to end Lent. There was also another trip up to Big Bear with the boys for a weekend.
May: I met Rob this month. Our first time meeting was at Taco Tuesday at Tortilla Flats followed by The Derby. He ended up being a big part of my summer, even though our friendship didn't end up lasting as long as I hoped it would have. I also made the big decision to move back to my Mom and Dad's house early. It was a tough decision to make but knew that it would make me a happier person and help me to get my finances in order again. I went to my first Bridal Expo with Sara in Long Beach. It was a really nice day of bonding with her.
June: I went to my very first Parker Float. It was definitely something to experience at least once in your life. I've never seen so many people on rafts in the water before. It was like a large floating party. It was so much fun but boy did I get sun burnt! There was also Amos's birthday this month that included a legendary party bus. Party buses always end up being a wild time. At the end of the month was my good friend Toni's baby shower.
July: This month was full of Angel's games with Rob. We went almost every weekend. Sometimes multiple times a week. It was a lot of fun and I ended up really enjoying them. I also experienced a first this month. I shot my first gun! It was scary but so fun. I did pretty well too if I can say so myself. :)
August: My birthday month! And boy was it a busy month. The weekend before my birthday was spend in the desert where I rode my quad with my family and saw Selena Gomez shoot her music video. On my actual birthday I was surrounded by friends in Fullerton where we sang karaoke all night. I bought a Disneyland pass! The most beautiful baby boy was born, Alexzander Reed Zabala.
September: A month full of Disneyland trips with Rob. Saw my childhood friend, Tamara Romeo get married and went to the Balasterri family picnic in San Diego.
October: Went to the Pomona Off Road Expo with Rob to get ready for Glamis later in the month. For 2 weekends in a row we went to Coffin Creek Haunted Mazes and had a blast. Kristal moved into my house and we went up to Big Bear for the weekend for the last trip of the year with the boys. It, once again, was a fun time. The month ended in Glamis for Halloween which also ended my short term friendship with Rob.
November: We took a family day trip up to Big Bear to scatter my Grandpa Gene's ashes in Holcomb Valley. It was a beautiful, crisp, and emotional day. It wasn't sad but happy. When I was out there I just felt his presence the whole time. I walked for my cousin Jake in the JDRF Walk for juvenile diabetes research. I ended up raising over $100 for the walk.
December: Went to a random reggae show at The House of Blues in Anaheim with Josh, Sara, and Jesse. Experienced another first this year with my Mom and Sara at Color Me Mine. I found it so therapeutic sitting there painting. Kristal and I wrapped presents for the Boys and Girls Club. It was so fun and nice seeing the sweet children pick out gifts for their loved ones. I bought myself a Christmas gift, a new camera. We had our 3rd annual Ugly Christmas Sweater party. I bartended at Sharkeez with Sara which ended up being another once in a lifetime experience that I learned so much from and enjoyed. Spent what might be one of my last Christmas's with my Aunt, Uncle, and cousins before they move to Texas and enjoyed the last week of the year off from work, relaxing.
So that's pretty much it all wrapped up. I'm looking forward to what 2011 will bring me. I'm expecting it to be a good year. :)
Thursday, December 30, 2010
Wednesday, December 29, 2010
Christmas has come and gone
Christmas was really good this year.
I got Glee Season One on DVD, The Sims 3 and My Sims collection pack for Wii, Michael Buble CD, clothes, the new Nicholas Sparks book called Safe Haven, and lots of gift cards and little stuff.
I enjoyed spending time with the family.
On Christmas eve my grandma Sara, aunt Ann, Rick, AJ, Lindsay, Alicia, Josh and Sara came over to eat appetizers and hang out.
On Christmas day we went to Bill and Holli's house in Brea. It was nice having Christmas at their house since we've never had it there before. The kids got to play with all their toys instead of having to drive to one of our houses. This will be our last Christmas with them since they're moving to Texas this summer...
I'm off work until the new year. Monday was boring but yesterday was a good day. I used all my gift cards and bought myself some new jeans and boots, baked some peanut butter cookies, and then went to Sharkeez in Huntington Beach with Bri later that night. Sharkeez was really fun. Everyone seemed to be in rare form last night at Sharkeez. I was highly entertained.
I got Glee Season One on DVD, The Sims 3 and My Sims collection pack for Wii, Michael Buble CD, clothes, the new Nicholas Sparks book called Safe Haven, and lots of gift cards and little stuff.
I enjoyed spending time with the family.
On Christmas eve my grandma Sara, aunt Ann, Rick, AJ, Lindsay, Alicia, Josh and Sara came over to eat appetizers and hang out.
On Christmas day we went to Bill and Holli's house in Brea. It was nice having Christmas at their house since we've never had it there before. The kids got to play with all their toys instead of having to drive to one of our houses. This will be our last Christmas with them since they're moving to Texas this summer...
I'm off work until the new year. Monday was boring but yesterday was a good day. I used all my gift cards and bought myself some new jeans and boots, baked some peanut butter cookies, and then went to Sharkeez in Huntington Beach with Bri later that night. Sharkeez was really fun. Everyone seemed to be in rare form last night at Sharkeez. I was highly entertained.
Friday, December 10, 2010
15 days
Until Christmas!
I'm almost done with my shopping. Just a few things left. I'll have to wait until my next paycheck though.
I'm almost done with my shopping. Just a few things left. I'll have to wait until my next paycheck though.
Monday, November 22, 2010
Just a Winner of a Losing Game
Cause the highs ain't worth the lows
and the thorn ain't worth the rose
The buzz ain't worth the smoke I'm choking on...
It always ends this way
...just a winner of a losing game
and the thorn ain't worth the rose
The buzz ain't worth the smoke I'm choking on...
It always ends this way
...just a winner of a losing game
Sunday, November 21, 2010
Waiting
At night I cuddle with pillows, imagining they're you...
Waiting for the day when we'll meet and I don't have to imagine anymore.
Waiting for the day when we'll meet and I don't have to imagine anymore.
Friday, November 12, 2010
Naturally
The ground is sinking where you're standing
There's no one there to hold your hand and
You searched to find your four leafed clover
The sun goes down, another day is over
Fear keeps you waiting your playing so small
I know that you know that if you wait around and see, eventually
You jump in and begin what comes naturally
Baby life takes a lifetime
Push and pull from all directions
Ask your friends for some protection, when
take a step and you might fall
but sitting on your ass ain't no move at all
Fear keeps you waiting you're playing so small
I know that you know if you wait around to see, eventually
You jump in and begin what come naturally
Baby life takes a lifetime
And everything you choose falls into question
every suggestion
but what do you want most
only you can know
I know that you know if you wait around and see, eventually
you jump in and begin what comes naturally
baby life takes a lifetime
I know that you know if you wait around and see, eventually
you jump in and begin what comes naturally
baby life takes a lifetime
Life takes a lifetime
Life takes a lifetime
There's no one there to hold your hand and
You searched to find your four leafed clover
The sun goes down, another day is over
Fear keeps you waiting your playing so small
I know that you know that if you wait around and see, eventually
You jump in and begin what comes naturally
Baby life takes a lifetime
Push and pull from all directions
Ask your friends for some protection, when
take a step and you might fall
but sitting on your ass ain't no move at all
Fear keeps you waiting you're playing so small
I know that you know if you wait around to see, eventually
You jump in and begin what come naturally
Baby life takes a lifetime
And everything you choose falls into question
every suggestion
but what do you want most
only you can know
I know that you know if you wait around and see, eventually
you jump in and begin what comes naturally
baby life takes a lifetime
I know that you know if you wait around and see, eventually
you jump in and begin what comes naturally
baby life takes a lifetime
Life takes a lifetime
Life takes a lifetime
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
My favorite season is here
The air is getting cold and crisp and it's boot season again which makes me super excited.
This year I'd like to wear more dresses with tights and boots.
If only I had money to buy these amazingly cute dresses...
Christmas is right around the corner and I'm excited about it. Everything about Christmas makes me happy. The winter clothes, scents, sights, music.
This year I'd like to wear more dresses with tights and boots.
If only I had money to buy these amazingly cute dresses...
Christmas is right around the corner and I'm excited about it. Everything about Christmas makes me happy. The winter clothes, scents, sights, music.
Thursday, October 21, 2010
21 Habits of Happy People
“Happiness is a habit – cultivate it.” ~ Elbert Hubbard
1. Appreciate Life
Be thankful that you woke up alive each morning. Develop a childlike sense of wonder towards life. Focus on the beauty of every living thing. Make the most of each day. Don’t take anything for granted. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
2. Choose Friends Wisely
Surround yourself with happy, positive people who share your values and goals. Friends that have the same ethics as you will encourage you to achieve your dreams. They help you to feel good about yourself. They are there to lend a helping hand when needed.
3. Be Considerate
Accept others for who they are as well as where they are in life. Respect them for who they are. Touch them with a kind and generous spirit. Help when you are able, without trying to change the other person. Try to brighten the day of everyone you come into contact with.
4. Learn Continuously
Keep up to date with the latest news regarding your career and hobbies. Try new and daring things that has sparked your interest – such as dancing, skiing, surfing or sky-diving.
5. Creative Problem Solving
Don’t wallow in self-pity. As soon as you face a challenge get busy finding a solution. Don’t let the set backs affect your mood, instead see each new obstacle you face as an opportunity to make a positive change. Learn to trust your gut instincts – it’s almost always right.
6. Do What They Love
Some statistics show that 80% of people dislike their jobs! No wonder there’s so many unhappy people running around. We spend a great deal of our life working. Choose a career that you enjoy – the extra money of a job you detest isn’t worth it. Make time to enjoy your hobbies and pursue special interests.
7. Enjoy Life
Take the time to see the beauty around you. There’s more to life than work. Take time to smell the roses, watch a sunset or sunrise with a loved one, take a walk along the seashore, hike in the woods etc. Learn to live in the present moment and cherish it. Don’t live in the past or the future.
8. Laugh
Don’t take yourself – or life to seriously. You can find humor in just about any situation. Laugh at yourself – no one’s perfect. When appropriate laugh and make light of the circumstances. (Naturally there are times that you should be serious as it would be improper to laugh.)
9. Forgive
Holding a grudge will hurt no one but you. Forgive others for your own peace of mind. When you make a mistake – own up to it – learn from it – and FORGIVE yourself.
10. Gratitude
Develop an attitude of gratitude. Count your blessings; All of them – even the things that seem trivial. Be grateful for your home, your work and most importantly your family and friends. Take the time to tell them that you are happy they are in your life.
11. Invest in Relationships
Always make sure your loved ones know you love them even in times of conflict. Nurture and grow your relationships with your family and friends by making the time to spend with them. Don’t break your promises to them. Be supportive.
12. Keep Their Word
Honesty is the best policy. Every action and decision you make should be based on honesty. Be honest with yourself and with your loved ones.
13. Meditate
Meditation gives your very active brain a rest. When it’s rested you will have more energy and function at a higher level. Types of meditation include yoga, hypnosis, relaxation tapes, affirmations, visualization or just sitting in complete silence. Find something you enjoy and make the time to practice daily.
14. Mind Their Own Business
Concentrate on creating your life the way you want it. Take care of you and your family. Don’t get overly concerned with what other people are doing or saying. Don’t get caught up with gossip or name calling. Don’t judge. Everyone has a right to live their own life the way they want to – including you.
15. Optimism
See the glass as half full. Find the positive side of any given situation. It’s there – even though it may be hard to find. Know that everything happens for a reason, even though you may never know what the reason is. Steer clear of negative thoughts. If a negative thought creeps in – replace it with a positive thought.
16. Love Unconditionally
Accept others for who they are. You don’t put limitations on your love. Even though you may not always like the actions of your loved ones – you continue to love them.
17. Persistence
Never give up. Face each new challenge with the attitude that it will bring you one step closer to your goal. You will never fail, as long as you never give up. Focus on what you want, learn the required skills, make a plan to succeed and take action. We are always happiest while pursuing something of value to us.
18. Be Proactive
Accept what can not be changed. Happy people don’t waste energy on circumstances beyond their control. Accept your limitations as a human being. Determine how you can take control by creating the outcome you desire – rather than waiting to respond.
19. Self Care
Take care of your mind, body and health. Get regular medical check ups. Eat healthy and work out. Get plenty of rest. Drink lots of water. Exercise your mind by continually energizing it with interesting and exciting challenges.
20. Self Confidence
Don’t try to be someone that you’re not. After all no one likes a phony. Determine who you are in the inside – your own personal likes and dislikes. Be confident in who you are. Do the best you can and don’t second guess yourself.
21. Take Responsibility
Happy people know and understand that they are 100% responsible for their life. They take responsibility for their moods, attitude, thoughts, feelings, actions and words. They are the first to admit when they’ve made a mistake.
Most of all: BE TRUE TO YOURSELF.
1. Appreciate Life
Be thankful that you woke up alive each morning. Develop a childlike sense of wonder towards life. Focus on the beauty of every living thing. Make the most of each day. Don’t take anything for granted. Don’t sweat the small stuff.
2. Choose Friends Wisely
Surround yourself with happy, positive people who share your values and goals. Friends that have the same ethics as you will encourage you to achieve your dreams. They help you to feel good about yourself. They are there to lend a helping hand when needed.
3. Be Considerate
Accept others for who they are as well as where they are in life. Respect them for who they are. Touch them with a kind and generous spirit. Help when you are able, without trying to change the other person. Try to brighten the day of everyone you come into contact with.
4. Learn Continuously
Keep up to date with the latest news regarding your career and hobbies. Try new and daring things that has sparked your interest – such as dancing, skiing, surfing or sky-diving.
5. Creative Problem Solving
Don’t wallow in self-pity. As soon as you face a challenge get busy finding a solution. Don’t let the set backs affect your mood, instead see each new obstacle you face as an opportunity to make a positive change. Learn to trust your gut instincts – it’s almost always right.
6. Do What They Love
Some statistics show that 80% of people dislike their jobs! No wonder there’s so many unhappy people running around. We spend a great deal of our life working. Choose a career that you enjoy – the extra money of a job you detest isn’t worth it. Make time to enjoy your hobbies and pursue special interests.
7. Enjoy Life
Take the time to see the beauty around you. There’s more to life than work. Take time to smell the roses, watch a sunset or sunrise with a loved one, take a walk along the seashore, hike in the woods etc. Learn to live in the present moment and cherish it. Don’t live in the past or the future.
8. Laugh
Don’t take yourself – or life to seriously. You can find humor in just about any situation. Laugh at yourself – no one’s perfect. When appropriate laugh and make light of the circumstances. (Naturally there are times that you should be serious as it would be improper to laugh.)
9. Forgive
Holding a grudge will hurt no one but you. Forgive others for your own peace of mind. When you make a mistake – own up to it – learn from it – and FORGIVE yourself.
10. Gratitude
Develop an attitude of gratitude. Count your blessings; All of them – even the things that seem trivial. Be grateful for your home, your work and most importantly your family and friends. Take the time to tell them that you are happy they are in your life.
11. Invest in Relationships
Always make sure your loved ones know you love them even in times of conflict. Nurture and grow your relationships with your family and friends by making the time to spend with them. Don’t break your promises to them. Be supportive.
12. Keep Their Word
Honesty is the best policy. Every action and decision you make should be based on honesty. Be honest with yourself and with your loved ones.
13. Meditate
Meditation gives your very active brain a rest. When it’s rested you will have more energy and function at a higher level. Types of meditation include yoga, hypnosis, relaxation tapes, affirmations, visualization or just sitting in complete silence. Find something you enjoy and make the time to practice daily.
14. Mind Their Own Business
Concentrate on creating your life the way you want it. Take care of you and your family. Don’t get overly concerned with what other people are doing or saying. Don’t get caught up with gossip or name calling. Don’t judge. Everyone has a right to live their own life the way they want to – including you.
15. Optimism
See the glass as half full. Find the positive side of any given situation. It’s there – even though it may be hard to find. Know that everything happens for a reason, even though you may never know what the reason is. Steer clear of negative thoughts. If a negative thought creeps in – replace it with a positive thought.
16. Love Unconditionally
Accept others for who they are. You don’t put limitations on your love. Even though you may not always like the actions of your loved ones – you continue to love them.
17. Persistence
Never give up. Face each new challenge with the attitude that it will bring you one step closer to your goal. You will never fail, as long as you never give up. Focus on what you want, learn the required skills, make a plan to succeed and take action. We are always happiest while pursuing something of value to us.
18. Be Proactive
Accept what can not be changed. Happy people don’t waste energy on circumstances beyond their control. Accept your limitations as a human being. Determine how you can take control by creating the outcome you desire – rather than waiting to respond.
19. Self Care
Take care of your mind, body and health. Get regular medical check ups. Eat healthy and work out. Get plenty of rest. Drink lots of water. Exercise your mind by continually energizing it with interesting and exciting challenges.
20. Self Confidence
Don’t try to be someone that you’re not. After all no one likes a phony. Determine who you are in the inside – your own personal likes and dislikes. Be confident in who you are. Do the best you can and don’t second guess yourself.
21. Take Responsibility
Happy people know and understand that they are 100% responsible for their life. They take responsibility for their moods, attitude, thoughts, feelings, actions and words. They are the first to admit when they’ve made a mistake.
Most of all: BE TRUE TO YOURSELF.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
My Car
Since I crashed my car in the rain and it's slowly falling apart because it just turned 5 years old I need to start fixing it.
I need the following:
*New tail lights
*New rear bumper
*Dent removed from rear drivers side panel
*Painted
*Gauges fixed
*New windshield wipers (That's the easiest one on the list!)
Now the things I want to make me happy with my car again:
*New stereo/navigation
*Wheels & tires
*Grill
I really want a new Jeep Wrangler but do I really want a whole new car loan? I don't have much left on mine now. Having no car payment would be amazing. So I think I'll just slowly fix my car up so I'll be happy with it!
I need the following:
*New tail lights
*New rear bumper
*Dent removed from rear drivers side panel
*Painted
*Gauges fixed
*New windshield wipers (That's the easiest one on the list!)
Now the things I want to make me happy with my car again:
*New stereo/navigation
*Wheels & tires
*Grill
I really want a new Jeep Wrangler but do I really want a whole new car loan? I don't have much left on mine now. Having no car payment would be amazing. So I think I'll just slowly fix my car up so I'll be happy with it!
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Angels in the Outfield
Last night and Thursday night I went to an Angel’s game vs the Seattle Mariners. Angel’s won both games.
Thursday night I went with my friend Rob, his sister and her husband, their baby, friend, and Josh and Sara.
I was supposed to meet at Rob’s house right after work. I told him I was going to go home to change then come over. I ended up taking longer then expected and a random lightening, thunder, and rain storm rolled in. It was crazy! It was pouring down rain while it was 85 outside. Earthquake weather? I think so…
So driving to Robs house which is in Fullerton took forever because people were driving like jackasses. Then I stupidly got lost. Ugh. I hate getting lost but this time really pissed me off. He texted me directions to his house but I wrote them down so I didn’t have to keep looking at my phone while driving. Well I guess when I wrote them down I forgot an important part to the directions. I passed the 57 and continued on the 91 until I thought, “This isn’t right… I’m passing Fullerton.” Doh!
I felt so awful but it ended up being ok because Rob and I were still the first ones there waiting for his family and Josh and Sara.
Once everyone was there we went to go in and got denied… Rob accidently bought tickets for Friday night’s game online instead of Thursdays! LOL. So we walked to the front window and tried to exchange the tickets for that nights but the lady said she couldn’t because he didn’t buy the tickets from the Angel’s website. They had some available but they were $14 vs the $6 tickets we already got. Oh well, we just went ahead and got the tickets anyway.
We got a souvenir All Stars flag at entrance of the game. I’ll probably end up throwing it away. LOL. What the heck am I going to do with a huge Angel’s All Stars flag?
So besides the craziness before the game, it ended up being a lot of fun.
Then last night I went to the game again with Rob and a group of his friends since he had already gotten the tickets on accident the night before. After the game we went to his friends house to hang out and ordered a pizza. Rob and his friend Tom decided they wanted doughnuts from this 24hr doughnut place in Brea so I followed them there. I was good and didn't get a doughnut even though it smelled amazing. I got a Lo Carb Monster and we sat there for awhile talking.
Again, another fun night at the Angel's game with Rob. :)
Thursday night I went with my friend Rob, his sister and her husband, their baby, friend, and Josh and Sara.
I was supposed to meet at Rob’s house right after work. I told him I was going to go home to change then come over. I ended up taking longer then expected and a random lightening, thunder, and rain storm rolled in. It was crazy! It was pouring down rain while it was 85 outside. Earthquake weather? I think so…
So driving to Robs house which is in Fullerton took forever because people were driving like jackasses. Then I stupidly got lost. Ugh. I hate getting lost but this time really pissed me off. He texted me directions to his house but I wrote them down so I didn’t have to keep looking at my phone while driving. Well I guess when I wrote them down I forgot an important part to the directions. I passed the 57 and continued on the 91 until I thought, “This isn’t right… I’m passing Fullerton.” Doh!
I felt so awful but it ended up being ok because Rob and I were still the first ones there waiting for his family and Josh and Sara.
Once everyone was there we went to go in and got denied… Rob accidently bought tickets for Friday night’s game online instead of Thursdays! LOL. So we walked to the front window and tried to exchange the tickets for that nights but the lady said she couldn’t because he didn’t buy the tickets from the Angel’s website. They had some available but they were $14 vs the $6 tickets we already got. Oh well, we just went ahead and got the tickets anyway.
We got a souvenir All Stars flag at entrance of the game. I’ll probably end up throwing it away. LOL. What the heck am I going to do with a huge Angel’s All Stars flag?
So besides the craziness before the game, it ended up being a lot of fun.
Then last night I went to the game again with Rob and a group of his friends since he had already gotten the tickets on accident the night before. After the game we went to his friends house to hang out and ordered a pizza. Rob and his friend Tom decided they wanted doughnuts from this 24hr doughnut place in Brea so I followed them there. I was good and didn't get a doughnut even though it smelled amazing. I got a Lo Carb Monster and we sat there for awhile talking.
Again, another fun night at the Angel's game with Rob. :)
Monday, July 12, 2010
Weekend Update
We moved my Grandma Sara into a senior apartment this weekend. It's right down the street from our house and super cute.
I'm so happy for her because she's so happy. We took her furniture shopping Sunday and she got a couch to go with her lazy boy chair she has, 2 bar stools for her bar top counter, an area rug, and a beautiful 50in TV.
My Dad called me tonight and told me they were going to have dinner over there and to come over. I went over, had dinner and helped decorate her place a little more.
She sat there with a huge smile on her face saying, "It looks good". She is happy and I can't even express how much that makes me happy. She's just been so sad and depressed since my Grandpa's passing. It's like moving to this apartment is a new beginning for her. The old place was where my Grandpa passed so there was bad vibes and memories there.
We're making sure she has everything she wants and needs. Her apartment is very girlie and that's something she needed because my grandpa never let her have that kind of stuff.
We took her to Bed, Bath, and Beyond on Friday and she picked out a shower curtain for her apartment. Her pick? A tan, white, and light pink curtain with powder puffs, high heel shoes, purses, and perfume bottles on it. She also got the matching rug, trash can, and Kleenex holder. "Grandpa would have never let me get this!" LOL. So cute.
It scares me though... seeing how fragile she's become. I know I don't have much longer with her so I'm glad she's down the street. I plan on visiting more often.
Other then that, I just relaxed and tried to get better. Today was my first day back to work. Aside from my clogged ears and little coughing fits, I'm feeling a lot better. :)
I'm so happy for her because she's so happy. We took her furniture shopping Sunday and she got a couch to go with her lazy boy chair she has, 2 bar stools for her bar top counter, an area rug, and a beautiful 50in TV.
My Dad called me tonight and told me they were going to have dinner over there and to come over. I went over, had dinner and helped decorate her place a little more.
She sat there with a huge smile on her face saying, "It looks good". She is happy and I can't even express how much that makes me happy. She's just been so sad and depressed since my Grandpa's passing. It's like moving to this apartment is a new beginning for her. The old place was where my Grandpa passed so there was bad vibes and memories there.
We're making sure she has everything she wants and needs. Her apartment is very girlie and that's something she needed because my grandpa never let her have that kind of stuff.
We took her to Bed, Bath, and Beyond on Friday and she picked out a shower curtain for her apartment. Her pick? A tan, white, and light pink curtain with powder puffs, high heel shoes, purses, and perfume bottles on it. She also got the matching rug, trash can, and Kleenex holder. "Grandpa would have never let me get this!" LOL. So cute.
It scares me though... seeing how fragile she's become. I know I don't have much longer with her so I'm glad she's down the street. I plan on visiting more often.
Other then that, I just relaxed and tried to get better. Today was my first day back to work. Aside from my clogged ears and little coughing fits, I'm feeling a lot better. :)
Friday, July 9, 2010
Some Photographs of That Day
The other day I was on stumbleupon.com and came across this blog about a man who took a Polaroid picture every day for 19 years until he died.
I can't stop thinking about this man I never even knew or his pictures. I've been so inspired by him. I want to start taking a picture a day myself.
I need to buy a camera. It'd be cool to do Polaroids too but they no longer sell them. Even if I bought a used one, the film is hard to find now too. I could just start using my iPhone until I get a new camera...
Photo of the Day is where all his pictures are now.
I can't stop thinking about this man I never even knew or his pictures. I've been so inspired by him. I want to start taking a picture a day myself.
I need to buy a camera. It'd be cool to do Polaroids too but they no longer sell them. Even if I bought a used one, the film is hard to find now too. I could just start using my iPhone until I get a new camera...
Photo of the Day is where all his pictures are now.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Stayed home from work sick today.
Slept until 1:30pm. Felt a lot better so I took a shower, ate some soup and watched another TCM movie. Who Was That Lady? A movie with Dean Martin, Tony Curtis, and Janet Leigh. It was a black and white film about a man and his best friend who come up with a huge lie that they're in the FBI to keep the man's wife from leaving him because she caught him kissing a student of his. It was hilarious. Really enjoyed it.
I've watched so many old movies these past couple of days. It's a lot of fun though. I wish I was around then...
I think I'll be able to go to work tomorrow. I'm feeling a lot better now. My ears are clogged up and I still have a little cough but way better then earlier.
Slept until 1:30pm. Felt a lot better so I took a shower, ate some soup and watched another TCM movie. Who Was That Lady? A movie with Dean Martin, Tony Curtis, and Janet Leigh. It was a black and white film about a man and his best friend who come up with a huge lie that they're in the FBI to keep the man's wife from leaving him because she caught him kissing a student of his. It was hilarious. Really enjoyed it.
I've watched so many old movies these past couple of days. It's a lot of fun though. I wish I was around then...
I think I'll be able to go to work tomorrow. I'm feeling a lot better now. My ears are clogged up and I still have a little cough but way better then earlier.
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
9 days of being sick...
I watched On The Town with Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly last night and An American in Paris with Gene Kelly today.
I really loved On The Town. Super good.
I came home early from work today because of my never ending cold.
I ate lunch and went to bed and woke up with an ear ache. :/
I've decided that if I wake up in the morning still feeling this terrible I'm going to call in sick to work and drag myself to the doctor. I hate going to the doctor but it's probably time. A cold lasting 9 days is a little ridiculous.
Weight Watchers weigh in was today. I lost 5.6 lbs this week. Maybe due to me not having an appetite because of this cold. I just hope I keep it off once I'm better.
So I've lost a total of 12 lbs in 4 weeks which is pretty good. I think 10 lbs a month is a pretty good goal.
I really loved On The Town. Super good.
I came home early from work today because of my never ending cold.
I ate lunch and went to bed and woke up with an ear ache. :/
I've decided that if I wake up in the morning still feeling this terrible I'm going to call in sick to work and drag myself to the doctor. I hate going to the doctor but it's probably time. A cold lasting 9 days is a little ridiculous.
Weight Watchers weigh in was today. I lost 5.6 lbs this week. Maybe due to me not having an appetite because of this cold. I just hope I keep it off once I'm better.
So I've lost a total of 12 lbs in 4 weeks which is pretty good. I think 10 lbs a month is a pretty good goal.
Monday, July 5, 2010
4th of July Weekend
4th of July weekend was a busy and fun filled weekend for anyone who wasn't sick as a dog! :/ I can't believe I was so sick on a 3 day weekend. What a waste.
Friday night after work I was feeling fine. I went to the Red, White, and Blue 4th of July Weekend Kick off party in Newport Beach on the boat with Josh, Sara, Jesse, Bri. It was a lot of fun. I was feeling well. Saw some people I haven't seen in awhile.
After the boat party was over we all went to a random warehouse party in Lake Forest with Frances and her friend Ken. It was the smallest warehouse party I've ever seen with 2 people dancing. We stayed for 10 minutes then decided to all go to Josh and Sara's house.
I woke up Saturday morning at Josh and Sara's house feeling like death. Sore throat, cough, stuffed up nose and ears, and body aches. I came home, did a little house work, took some Thera-Flu and then had to go to an appointment to try on bridesmaid dresses with Sara in Huntington Beach. Good news is we finally found the dresses! Bad news is I was getting worse and worse.
Later that night I got a fever. Don't know how high it was because we don't have a thermometer.
Sunday was 4th of July and I woke up still feeling terrible. I woke up and took some Thera-Flu and tried to help my Mom around the house but I whole body was aching. I went back to bed but woke up only hear news first about my cousin Alicia then my cousin AJ.
Alicia was in a car accident Saturday night. She was hit by a drunk driver blasting through a red light. She's fine. Bruised. But her car is destroyed.
AJ went surfing with Josh and Jesse Sunday morning. He came over so excited to get out there before the BBQ later that night. He crashed on a wave, the board came down on him and the fin sliced the top of his foot. He had to get 18 stitches. Poor guy couldn't drink on 4th of July because of the antibiotics and pain meds but he was still in high spirits.
Besides the morning craziness the BBQ block party was fun. I enjoyed it as much as I could. I didn't really drink. Just kept taking airbourne and tylenol cold.
Today I had off from work. I feel it was a wasted day due to this stupid cold. While everyone went to the RSM Lake pool, I sat at home watching TV.
I did however watch a really good movie I've never seen before. It's called Summer Stock with Judy Garland and Gene Kelly. I DVR'd a bunch of old musical's on TCM.
Friday night after work I was feeling fine. I went to the Red, White, and Blue 4th of July Weekend Kick off party in Newport Beach on the boat with Josh, Sara, Jesse, Bri. It was a lot of fun. I was feeling well. Saw some people I haven't seen in awhile.
After the boat party was over we all went to a random warehouse party in Lake Forest with Frances and her friend Ken. It was the smallest warehouse party I've ever seen with 2 people dancing. We stayed for 10 minutes then decided to all go to Josh and Sara's house.
I woke up Saturday morning at Josh and Sara's house feeling like death. Sore throat, cough, stuffed up nose and ears, and body aches. I came home, did a little house work, took some Thera-Flu and then had to go to an appointment to try on bridesmaid dresses with Sara in Huntington Beach. Good news is we finally found the dresses! Bad news is I was getting worse and worse.
Later that night I got a fever. Don't know how high it was because we don't have a thermometer.
Sunday was 4th of July and I woke up still feeling terrible. I woke up and took some Thera-Flu and tried to help my Mom around the house but I whole body was aching. I went back to bed but woke up only hear news first about my cousin Alicia then my cousin AJ.
Alicia was in a car accident Saturday night. She was hit by a drunk driver blasting through a red light. She's fine. Bruised. But her car is destroyed.
AJ went surfing with Josh and Jesse Sunday morning. He came over so excited to get out there before the BBQ later that night. He crashed on a wave, the board came down on him and the fin sliced the top of his foot. He had to get 18 stitches. Poor guy couldn't drink on 4th of July because of the antibiotics and pain meds but he was still in high spirits.
Besides the morning craziness the BBQ block party was fun. I enjoyed it as much as I could. I didn't really drink. Just kept taking airbourne and tylenol cold.
Today I had off from work. I feel it was a wasted day due to this stupid cold. While everyone went to the RSM Lake pool, I sat at home watching TV.
I did however watch a really good movie I've never seen before. It's called Summer Stock with Judy Garland and Gene Kelly. I DVR'd a bunch of old musical's on TCM.
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Looking for change
This post is dedicated to Kristal. Haha. It's not going to be the most exciting blog but it will be a new one.
Monday morning I woke up with a little scratchy throat. I thought it was because I fell asleep with my bedroom window open and woke up to my Mom blasting the AC because she was having another hot flash.
I was wrong. Today my sore throat was awful! I felt guilty calling out sick to work for a sore throat so I suffered through it. At work my head started getting cloudy and I started feeling worse. I finally gave in at 2:30pm once all my work was basically done.
I came home, put on my PJs and went to bed. My parents woke me up at around 6pm for dinner and I was feeling better already.
Hopefully tomorrow I'll be feeling even better because I already promised Gina and Randy I'd help them at their podcast party at Tijuana's in Irvine at 8pm.
So lately I've been thinking, is Cox really what I want as my career? Especially doing the job I'm doing now. The answer is no. But what should I do?
I've thought of going back to school to finish getting my teaching degree to be a teacher. But will I find a job or will I be able to survive on the salary?
How about a personal care giver? I love helping people but I need to look into the type of pay I'd get out of it. I know the hours would be long. 12 hour days but I would feel good everyday that I made a difference in someone's life.
An interior designer? I've gotten this from a lot of people. I can go to school for that but how is it in finding a job being an interior designer? And and I really THAT good?
Now is the time to really figure it out. Especially since I'm living back home because I can afford school again... Hmm...
I think I just need a major change in my life. Something exciting!
Monday morning I woke up with a little scratchy throat. I thought it was because I fell asleep with my bedroom window open and woke up to my Mom blasting the AC because she was having another hot flash.
I was wrong. Today my sore throat was awful! I felt guilty calling out sick to work for a sore throat so I suffered through it. At work my head started getting cloudy and I started feeling worse. I finally gave in at 2:30pm once all my work was basically done.
I came home, put on my PJs and went to bed. My parents woke me up at around 6pm for dinner and I was feeling better already.
Hopefully tomorrow I'll be feeling even better because I already promised Gina and Randy I'd help them at their podcast party at Tijuana's in Irvine at 8pm.
So lately I've been thinking, is Cox really what I want as my career? Especially doing the job I'm doing now. The answer is no. But what should I do?
I've thought of going back to school to finish getting my teaching degree to be a teacher. But will I find a job or will I be able to survive on the salary?
How about a personal care giver? I love helping people but I need to look into the type of pay I'd get out of it. I know the hours would be long. 12 hour days but I would feel good everyday that I made a difference in someone's life.
An interior designer? I've gotten this from a lot of people. I can go to school for that but how is it in finding a job being an interior designer? And and I really THAT good?
Now is the time to really figure it out. Especially since I'm living back home because I can afford school again... Hmm...
I think I just need a major change in my life. Something exciting!
Monday, June 28, 2010
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Toni's Baby Shower
Yesterday Kristal came over to help me finish the party favors for Toni's baby shower. We got all the things I needed, came back to my house and started putting them together.
They were little plastic bottles filled with either M&M's or pacifier sweet tarts with an envelope of flower seeds attached. I'm really pleased on how they came out and everyone thought they were cute.
I also made Toni a diaper cake which I was also really proud of.
Kristal spent the night since it was pointless for her to drive back home when she'd have to be back here today for the shower.
We watched All The Little Animals with Christian Bale. I've never seen that movie and I love Christian. It was a good/weird movie. Really sad actually.
The baby shower started at 11 and went on till 3:30. It was really long but nice to see some friends I haven't seen in awhile.
Afterwards my Mom and I went to Wasabai to get sushi for dinner. Then watched My Best Friends Girl at home.
I'm so exhausted.
They were little plastic bottles filled with either M&M's or pacifier sweet tarts with an envelope of flower seeds attached. I'm really pleased on how they came out and everyone thought they were cute.
I also made Toni a diaper cake which I was also really proud of.
Kristal spent the night since it was pointless for her to drive back home when she'd have to be back here today for the shower.
We watched All The Little Animals with Christian Bale. I've never seen that movie and I love Christian. It was a good/weird movie. Really sad actually.
The baby shower started at 11 and went on till 3:30. It was really long but nice to see some friends I haven't seen in awhile.
Afterwards my Mom and I went to Wasabai to get sushi for dinner. Then watched My Best Friends Girl at home.
I'm so exhausted.
Saturday, June 26, 2010
A New Chapter
After 2 years of not writing in an online journal or blog I've decided to get to it again. I had a LiveJournal for 5 years but I don't think it would be right continuing on that journal. It was a different chapter of my life. No reason to go back.
The first post is always an awkward one but I'll just try to dig into it.
I'm 25 years old and recently moved back to my parents house. I've worked at Cox Communications for 5 years now. I can't say it's where I want to be for the rest of my life but it's a good job. I need to decide what I'm going to do soon though. Especially since I'm living back at home. It's the perfect time for me to start going to school again. Maybe finally get my teaching license? I'm not sure yet.
Last night was my first time going out with friends in about a month. It was really fun. We were celebrating my friend, Amos's, birthday on a party bus to Pechanga. The party bus was full of fun. It was the biggest party bus I've been on. The size of a large school bus with a stripper pole in the back.
Pechanga wasn't as fun though. Some of the people in our group of about 35 didn't have dress shoes on so they wouldn't let them into club Silk. We weren't told this until most of us had already paid the $10 cover charge, including me. It sucks because that was my last $10!
I didn't get home until 5:30AM. All in all, it was a good night. :)
Well I better go get dressed and ready for the day. I have a lot to do but I'm so lazy after last night. Kristal is coming over to help me and have some much needed Shandra and Kristal time. :) I need to finish the party favors for Toni's baby shower that is tomorrow and put together her gift.
The first post is always an awkward one but I'll just try to dig into it.
I'm 25 years old and recently moved back to my parents house. I've worked at Cox Communications for 5 years now. I can't say it's where I want to be for the rest of my life but it's a good job. I need to decide what I'm going to do soon though. Especially since I'm living back at home. It's the perfect time for me to start going to school again. Maybe finally get my teaching license? I'm not sure yet.
Last night was my first time going out with friends in about a month. It was really fun. We were celebrating my friend, Amos's, birthday on a party bus to Pechanga. The party bus was full of fun. It was the biggest party bus I've been on. The size of a large school bus with a stripper pole in the back.
Pechanga wasn't as fun though. Some of the people in our group of about 35 didn't have dress shoes on so they wouldn't let them into club Silk. We weren't told this until most of us had already paid the $10 cover charge, including me. It sucks because that was my last $10!
I didn't get home until 5:30AM. All in all, it was a good night. :)
Well I better go get dressed and ready for the day. I have a lot to do but I'm so lazy after last night. Kristal is coming over to help me and have some much needed Shandra and Kristal time. :) I need to finish the party favors for Toni's baby shower that is tomorrow and put together her gift.
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