Holding Out

I'm not posting anything (besides this notice) until Mackenzie posts something. He has had that same post FOREVER!!!

Gas Station Munchies

Yesterday, my car didn't start so I had to take Mack to work (that is early for him). Today, I needed to get lunch, so I went to the gas station quickie mart and bought beef jerky, chips, soda, and a lunchable. Awesomeness. I think I need to eat better...

Was very tired on Sat and did nothing.

Sunday, shopped. It was pouring out.

I'm tired. Sleepy time?

Thanksgiving Weekend

Had a very good Thanksgiving weekend:

I took the day before Thanksgiving off to do laundry and clean and get a hair cut.

Thanksgiving: went to my parents. Mom forgot the ads, so Mack and I bought a newspaper solely for the Black Friday ads. We brought Momo and Nikki was excited to have a cat in his room. Momo mostly hid under the bed. Poor baby. So, the whole time before dinner, I hid my ring in my pocket. I caught my mom and dad looking at me and then giving each other glances. I kinda knew they were looking for my ring. Mom and dad seemed on edge. Mack and I played Monopoly with Nikki and he seemed to be doing pretty well. He didn't get what the point of the game was besides getting the cards for the properties and houses. When we all sat down for dinner, I told everyone Mack and I have an announcement. I said Mack proposed to me and I said yes and I pulled out the ring. Everyone was happy. Mom asked Sara when she was getting married, ha! The pressure is off us now! Drove to Santa Cruz that night. People tried to feed us more, and I couldn't believe Mack ate more. Put Momo in the Road Trek and we slept there.

Black Friday: had awesome breakfast, watched some Back to the Future and then decided to do something since it was nice out. We went to Downtown Santa Cruz where I went shopaholic on Mack. I love Urban Outfitters and Mack bought me an outfit for bday/Xmas. Then, looked at thrift stores and bought a few things. I wanted to spend more time at each place, but Mack whined every time I wanted to try on stuff and look. He encouraged me to look at the store too. You should know that womens love clothes. I'm not bringing him shopping anytime soon. But, Mack found some cool looking retro shirts, so that is his xmas present. Went to Starbucks because I had a gift card (Mack didn't want to be seen in this totally lame, non-local shop). I got a gingerbread late, but I couldn't stand it after a few sips. I think Mack's dad ended up drinking it. At least it was free. Downtown was about as packed as normal, with the normal crazies. Got two skirts for $2 each at Salvation Army. Awesome. I want to shop there again soon! Christmas time soon, and we are going back there. Played Apples to Apples with Mack and future bro in law. Always a fun game.

Caturday: ate leftover food and took off back home. Made a stop at Brian's and played my favorite game-Dominion. Then, traveled home which was long...yuck. Poor Momo finally had his territory back. Basically snuggle time at that point, even thought it was 5. We were tired.

Sunday: Worked out, watched tv, relaxed, put up Christmas stuff. We got Momo his own stocking in the shape of a paw.

Monday: went to chorus, really tired today. Hard to get back to working.

Tuesday: couldn't sleep that night, so took a sick day and was in Snuggie and pjs and watched tv all day. good times.

Today: back still sore, a little tired. Going to get nail done. Sleepy time?

Because Mackenzie Needs it...

I haven't blogged in a while and Mackenzie is dying for a new post, so here it is. The end. jk. See, all those times that you didn't update, and I was wanting a new post and you were taking forever!

What's new...wearing my awesome new rain boots because it was supposed to be raining and windy, but it is almost clear outside and not supposed to rain later. Bah! I was all prepared too.

I have vacation tomorrow! Big plan is to get a hair cut.

Hmmm, not much else, going to give the big reveal to my family at Thanksgiving and they will be happy.

Saw Harry Potter, loved it! There was a really funny scene where they changed into middle aged Muggles. Hilarious. Now looking forward to Tron and I want to see the Black Swan. I'm sure there are a few more to see...

2:30...how sick!

I woke up at 2 am. Was still wide awake so I just got up at 2:30am. I got ready for work and watched a lot of Rock of Love. How sick! I'm going to crash and burn soon!

Yesterday, I was working out at the apt. and I hear the door bell. Mari was at the door! What??? She came back from Tahoe early. I let her in and told her I'm almost done working out. When I was done, I see Mack, Mari and the grandparents hanging out. Then they left. Mack and I went to get sandwiches and it was most excellent. I passed out super early. I will try to hang on at work...

All I want for Christmas...

I have that song stuck in my head because of chorus. Oh well, could be worse.

Chorus was fun last night. Got lots of attention with the ring. yay! Had fun singing. Here are some inspiring quotes from Steven Wright that was forwarded to me today:

A FEW WORDS FROM THE VISIONARY STEVEN WRIGHT:

All those who believe in psychokinesis raise my hand.

The early bird gets the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese.

I almost had a psychic girlfriend but she left me before we met.

OK, so what's the speed of dark?

How do you tell when you're out of invisible ink?

If everything seems to be going well, you have obviously overlooked

something.

Support bacteria - they're the only culture some people have.

When everything is coming your way, you're in the wrong lane.

Ambition is a poor excuse for not having enough sense to be lazy.

Hard work pays off in the future. Laziness pays off now.

Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film.

Shin: a device for finding furniture in the dark.

Many people quit looking for work when they find a job.

I intend to live forever - so far, so good.

Join the Army, meet interesting people, kill them.

If Barbie is so popular, why do you have to buy her friends?

Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines.

Dancing is a perpendicular expression of a horizontal desire.

When I'm not in my right mind, my left mind gets pretty crowded.

Boycott shampoo! Demand the REAL poo!

Who is General Failure and why is he reading my hard disk?

What happens if you get scared half to death twice?

I used to have an open mind but my brains kept falling out.

I couldn't repair your brakes, so I made your horn louder.

Why do psychics have to ask you for your name?

If at first you don't succeed, destroy all evidence that you tried.

If at first you don't succeed, then skydiving definitely isn't for you.

A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking.

Experience is something you don't get until just after you need it.

For every action, there is an equal and opposite criticism.

The colder the X-ray table, the more of your body is required to be on it.

The hardness of the butter is proportional to the softness of the bread.

The severity of the itch is proportional to the reach.

To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism; to steal from many is

research.

You never really learn to swear until you learn to drive.

The problem with the gene pool is that there is no lifeguard.

Monday is an awful way to spend 1/7th of your life.

The sooner you fall behind, the more time you'll have to catch up.

A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory.

If you must choose between two evils, pick the one you've never tried before.

Change is inevitable. . ..except from vending machines.

A fool and his money are soon partying.

Plan to be spontaneous tomorrow.

If you think nobody cares about you, try missing a couple of payments.

Drugs may lead to nowhere, but at least it's the scenic route.

I'd kill for a Nobel Peace Prize.

Bills travel through the mail at twice the speed of checks.

Borrow money from pessimists-they don't expect it back.

Half the people you know are below average.

99 percent of lawyers give the rest a bad name.

42.7 percent of all statistics are made up on the spot.

A conscience is what hurts when all your other parts feel so good.

I'm tired, hungry. Food time? Almost.

Tahoe Weekend

Was a good weekend.

Friday: got a pedicure. Showed off my ring to my nail guy. He said I looked very happy. I was. Ring, Friday, and Tahoe weekend, plus getting massaged took me over the top of happy. Worked out, and slept in.

Saturday: worked out, got packed, Mari and grandparents came over. Showed them the ring, they were happy. Went to lunch at a sushi place. Mari bought a ton of water for Tahoe. Drove to Tahoe. Got to the resort and it was nice. Relaxed a bit and went to casino for dinner at Hard Rock. I got a really good Long Island iced tea. Hit up the nickle slots, where I lost $20 but Mack gained $20 so we broke even. I had a good time gambling next to my future inlaws. Grandpa was sleeping instead of coming out. Mack and I headed back at 10. Went to sleep. Mari and grandma came back around 2, now whether that was the new or old time, we don't know. They argued about when exactly they came back.

Sunday: went to brunch. Had french toast, was raining out. Took pictures and took off. It snowed on the way out, it was so pretty. We saw three seasons this weekend. Summer in Folsom, Fall coming up with some trees in color, and winter coming back, then back to Fall since it was raining in Folsom. Mack and I did Tae Bo, it was hardcore, but fun to do it together. I did laundry, glad for that extra hour. Watched tv. Went to bed. Now at work, but glad I only work Monday Tuesday and Wednesday this week. :)

Singing tonight. No plans until Sat, go into SF, stay the night then run in the morning with a friend for a 5k. Hope it doesn't rain! At least I can relax Thursday and Friday.

Looking forward to Thanksgiving when we can eat and tell the parents about the engagement!

Engaged!!!

Ok, I need to admit something, to those who read my blog...

I didn't post a lot because I wanted to post about my getting an engagement ring and getting a proposal.

Mackenzie and I are engaged!!!

Ok, let's start earlier this month...

On 10-10-10, Mackenzie and I went to the Shane Co. in Roseville (across from the Automall-we know this because we were brainwashed by those Shane Co. commercials on the radio. In fact, the people there asked where we heard of Shane Co. and we told them it was the radio commercials and they nodded and smiled and told us most people say they heard from them by the radio-we also heard great things about them.

When we got into the store, we were amazed at how nice the place was. We were nervous. I stepped up and told them we are there for an engagement ring. I had to say it because Mackenzie CHOKED. He might tell you otherwise, but that's my side of the story. But, when the man brought out the lady and she asked us what we were shopping for, Mack was the one who told her we were looking for an engagement ring. I was so overwhelmed when she asked me what shape of diamond I wanted. I told her I didn't know, then started to look at bands, and kept saying, I have no idea what I like. Then, I told her I knew what I didn't like. That was a start. Then, I told her, I wanted a round diamond. I was warming up to the bands. I started to notice a few I liked. One was just so beautiful that I couldn't keep my eyes off it. It had nice side detail. I had a winner. I looked at all the bands, and didn't like how I could see all that metal in a ring I looked at. That was funny, that statement will be remembered. I liked the bling ones. My ring is very sparkly with lots of diamonds. It even glows blue in black lights. It cost Mack a pretty penny. We got educated in diamonds and it was so fun to look at the diamonds through the magnifying glass. It was a very good day. :)

Flash forward to last night. Now, we both had no intention for last night to be the special night. Mack and I were talking about Thanksgiving and how we should announce we were engaged at that time with the family. I started to talk about some ideas and Mack told me to stop, since it should be a surprise. I could tell Mack was stressed, so I finally got up and looked for the ring. I was like, where is it? Mack said, ok let's do this. He said I have a gift for you and you can look around the apt. and find it. It didn't take me long time find. The bag was in his closet. He got down on one knee and asked if I will marry him. Yes, and he put it on me. I was excited, and danced around. Mack was feeling better about that being "over with". Now we can tell his parents and grandparents when we go to Tahoe this weekend!

Mack and I went to Santa Cruz a few weekends ago, and he told his mom that he bought me a ring. I was in bed at this p0int. His mom got upset and asked him why he didn't get a ring from Tiffany. She used to work there and we think she got brainwashed into thinking they have the best rings. After awhile, she calmed down and told him she was happy for us. She's funny.

Ok, just excited today. Woo!

Checking In

I haven't posted in forever...

Not much new, glad the weather is cooler and it's finally Fall!

Still looking for jobs, applying to more this weekend. I am considering volunteering at the library so that I'll get more experience and when things finally turn around, I could possibly be hired. I'm so comfortable at my current job so it's hard to leave.

Halloween this weekend, party at a friend's. Then next weekend, get to see Mack's parents and grandparents in Tahoe. Can't wait. Hope the weather is decent.

My Coffee is not good enough...

I joked with Mackenzie that my coffee was not good enough for him when I told him I made him coffee in the morning. He gets free coffee at work and they have several kinds. He told me his favorite is the vanilla bean.

The two cats are still doing good, I'm glad Momo has someone to terrify. It will suck to go back to just Momo. He will try to kill us again.

We are going to Six Flags Marine World saturday :) It has been a long time since I've been there.

Mack and I will be going shopping for something special.

Then, next weekend be going to Monterrey for the wedding and will be staying there that weekend.

I love bad movies

I just have to say I loved Mackenzie's reaction when he opened the Netflix yesterday and found out we received Goulies/Goulies 2. He said, what is this? More bad movies? haha, it was priceless and you had to be there. I love bad movies, especially bad horror movies like Troll and Troll 2.

Looks like it will shower today :)

Two Cats

Brian, Mack's friend, dropped off his cat Francesca on Saturday, who is a full grown cat. Momo was hissing at her at first since she was encroaching on his territory. You know, MAI place, MAI humans! But now they just play around and kiss each other, touching their noses together. It's cute. We get the cat for a week.

I got my nails done and they look festive, orange with a black flower.

Sunday, hung out with some chorus ladies at the Princess Promenade, a biking event for women. I want to actually do the bike racing next year. We had a booth and only got a few sign ups. I had fun talking to the two ladies.

A co-worker went to Tennessee where her family lives and brought us back some Moonshine Jelly. That was hilarious. The first ingredient is taquila. haha. I might try a bit on my sandwich.

I wasn't feeling well last week for a few days. I'm fine now. I just need to make sure I get plenty to eat, I was grumpy when I had no food.

Mack is liking his job. I like how he goes to bed at a decent hour and wakes up early now. I still don't see him in the morning since I get up insanely early at 5. I still like my morning drive, love it in fact. Don't like the afternoon one. Looking for a closer job...

Parties

Been awhile since I last posted.

Last Friday, I took the day off to get Momo neutered. He did great. I took him home that afternoon and he was the same old, crazy Momo. I had the cone of shame on him for a minute then realized he probably didn't need it. He was such a good kitty! I rested that day.

Saturday was busy and crazy. Mack and I cleaned and got food in preparation for the Tupperware Party I was hosting. Some people couldn't make it due to many issues. But, still had a good amount of people. Glad that was over!

Sunday, went to the bay area for Nikki's bday party. That was a long trip and we won't be doing that much at least. Next is holidays to visit. Nikki loved the farting card I gave him. Good times. Got home and worked out because of all the fat I had these past few days.

Yesterday, went to singing and had fun and glad I am still doing that even though my friends aren't there now. But, hoping to at least have new people to talk to. Everyone is nice.

Today, had to go to Taps for a new permit, and never fun. I needed a drink at 8 am. That is sad, however, glad to get a new permit and not deal with that for awhile. The commute here was awesome! I enjoy my morning drive while drinking coffee, but today was even better! The car in front of me had a person dancing and waving her arm to music. It was very entertaining and refreshing to see while driving. I was sad when she exited.

Today, there is the Gubernatorial debate at the Mondavi Center, so I had to park a bit further. I just hope I don't run in to traffic when I leave, but I should be safe since I leave early. I don't have plans today after work, so I'll be enjoying my time relaxing and keeping inside since it is HOT! Fall better come SOON!

I miss my car

My car is at the shop right now, the battery or starter is not working. It better not be too much. I'm stealing Mack's car and dropping him off at work super early. He was scary this morning, grumpy.

Last weekend, relaxed, cleaned a little, and not much else. That was much needed. My Tupperware party is this Sat and I can't wait for it to be over. It's a short week for me since I'll be taking Momo to the vet on Friday to get neutered. I hope that calms him down a little. He is super crazy!

Tired...

Hoarders

I've been watching Hoarders and these are the worst cases, but still reminds me of home a bit. Glad I'm not like that. One lady was a cat hoarder and they kept finding more cat skeletons, and a lot of kitten ones :( so sad.

Went to chorus after a break, good times but depressing songs. Next week we were promised more uplifting songs. yay! Tonight meeting for the chorus, scary how I'm looking forward to driving to home after work and also driving to the meeting. I love the morning commute still. I read in the morning in the basement before work and I enjoy that time as well.

I Walk the Line

This weekend was fun.

Friday: was super hungry when I got home, so we tried Smash Burger and it was one of the best burgers I've ever had. Worked out later because that burger made me feel fat.

Saturday: got up at 5:30, that was sleeping in for Sat. I did three loads of laundry, played with kitteh, and cleaned all before Mack even stirred. I got him up at 11 because I was bored and wanted to go to Costco with him to get our membership cards. We got the pillows that Mack's parents had back home and I loved them so we got them. We need to get the bed topper next time. Always a triple digit trip when you go to Costco. Had awesome steak for dinner and did three more loads of laundry. Finally done with laundry for a while.

Sunday: my parents came over, saw kitteh, gave them a tour of the apt. and our backyard. They loved it. Went to get burgers. Yummy. Drove them to see the high school and Intel. Went to the Folsom Prison Museum. The lady there was nice and we had a good time. Dad broke his mug he bought but the lady gave him a free replacement. Folsom. She took pics of us, told us to walk the line for the best shot, just a road line. Awesome. People signed the guest book and a lot were from the UK and Australia. I was impressed. It was time to head back home for my parents. But we had a good visit. I was still bored, so I went to Hobby Town with Mack to buy Nikki a present for his birthday. Got him a model car, a whoopee cushion and a voice changer megaphone, which I think will help him with talking. Went next door to buy him and my sister a card. Got Nikki a farting card. I'm sure he'll have a lot of fun with that one. Gave my sister a funny card. Had another round of steak and zucchini my parents brought up. Good times.

Now back to work, boo.

I bet I got Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues songs stuck in your head, ha!

Finally Organized!

Haven't written in a long time due to my craziness for organizing the new apt. Finally finished this past three day weekend by Monday afternoon.

Mack's mom came over Sat and Sun night, she cooked us awesome food, went shopping with us at Target and Walmart. Mack bought another bookshelf for the living room, another shoe rack, and cover for the couch, the final things that needed to be purchased and got all the boxes out of the apt. I love it when people visit, so we had a good time. Our cat got a lot of attention, got to see grandma :). Momo will see his other grandparents this weekend when my parents visit for the day on Sunday. I'm sure they will love our new apt.

Getting excited about my Tupperware Party.

It is really nice not having boxes to walk over and I'm trying to keep everything in its place. So far, I've been keeping it up.

Went on a short bike ride around our area, still need to explore a lot more.

Winos

Mackenzie and I made awesome chicken dinner and had my so far favorite wine. I forget the name, but it's a Chardonnay. We decided to class it up and become wine snobs basically. We will try to make dinner more often since Mack will have the same kind of schedule as me soon.

I still like the morning commute since it hardly slows down and I like blasting the music and drinking coffee. Afternoons are not as fun since I have no ac and slows down at certain areas. Oh well, the price I pay for living in Folsom :)

Momo was mean to Mack and scratched him up and was just a little rascal. He had to stay in a room in the apt with Mack while the people put on our awesome new cabinets. They look nice. I'm thinking Momo was just scared of the people and also bored and felt trapped. Hopefully he won't continue to try to slice up Mack. Of course, when I got home, Momo was a perfect angel, asleep. I would have never known he was scary unless Mack told me, or rather showed me the scratches.

Observation

Basically when Mackenzie and I first moved to Folsom, we both made an observation about Folsom that is so far true. People in Folsom are nice. I went to Starbucks, the lady was nice. I went to Target and Raley's, nice. But here is the kicker: Mackenzie went to Jack in the Box and fast food people are not the nicest, they just do the bare minimum for niceness. I laughed when Mackenzie said that the people were nice, nicer than they had to be. lol. I went to Walmart and figured all Walmarts are the same, as in, just nice enough. No, had a great experience there. I was alone and trying to look through the heavy furniture and a lady and a young man came up and helped me put it in my cart. Then, at check out, the lady was nice and I had two guys help me put the bookshelf in the car and one gave me a high five when we got it in. Wow, Walmart is that nice??? I love Folsom! Everywhere I have been so far, the people are super nice and friendly and everyone seems happy, even the bussers. It's not a creepy, Stepford Wives way. I love the atmosphere.

I am loving the morning commute since it's quick and I love spacing out and listening to music. It will be the first time I'll commute with my new time, getting off an hour early, so I will see how that goes. Should be fine.

Got a lot done yesterday, finally went to the grocery store. Guess what? Nice people.

Folsom!

I haven't updated in a long time since this past week has been crazy.

To put it simply, Mackenzie and I moved to our new apt. in Folsom. It is a three bedroom 2nd floor apt, very nice complex and we got new paint and carpets and other things. It is called The Preserves at Blue Ravine and is located right next to the Nature Preserves. From our apt, you literally walk about 20 steps and you are on the bike path that goes for miles around Folsom...still need to find out exactly where it goes. It's a very nice area. I am extremely happy. I did my first morning commute and going to take an hour off every day from work to beat the traffic and two hours on Friday. This will go until Dec. 31st, then I'll see if they want me back full time or if I happen to find a job that is closer...I love how we each have our own room and tons of closet space and two bathrooms and no more crickets (I hope). I don't know how, but that old apt. was infested with crickets, inside and outside. So glad to not have to deal with that! Also, so sick of Davis. Damn kids, I don't like those college kids. I am living in a town with real working peoples and people with families. TWO lakes, tons of shopping (we are two minutes from Target and four from Walmart). Just awesome!

I unpacked like a crazy person, hardly rested. Today, need to rest.

Birthday Bash

Yesterday, went back home to my parents for a duel birthday party for my brother and my sister since my poor brother had the Lance Armstrong surgery. Had a fun time! Nikki was really excited to know that there was a party. He squealed when he saw me. Matt was bbq'ing steak an zucchini. Food was awesome, of course, had a ton of potato salad. Mom makes it the best. I like the huge chunks of potatoes and eggs and it's not juicy, but more dry but in a good way. Sara laughed a lot with my card of a fat cat and a funny look. She said it was the best card she has gotten. We joked about how the bench from the '50s at the table was going to collapse soon. We took pics of course. Had two cakes, very yummy. We all checked out the cleaned out room and Matt's girlfriend was saying how much in trouble Matt was for all the graffiti in that room he did when he was a punk teen. He wrote stuff about pot and also about his ex girlfriends. She was like, he is in so much trouble! Very glad she is like that with him. He needs an ass whopping. We were looking at old yearbooks and laughed at how crazy Sara was when she was a kid, she wrote shit about tons of people, like nerd alert and wrote all over the principals and teachers she hated, calling them devils, fags, bitches. Ya, she was a troubled kid. She was always in trouble. She said that the PE teacher was mean that she made her run a lot. No shit, it's PE! Plus, she probably back talked and shit and got into trouble. I guess she didn't know what consequences were... Then, we looked at mine and see all the nice comments from the teachers. haha we were so different. I think I was always able to connect with adults, those damn kids! I always just wanted those damn kids to leave me alone. I guess I was always an old people. Nikki laughed at his mom's senior picture when she was goth. It was a great picture haha! Very fun times! I would say the best birthday party since college. Oh, Sara said to dad that his pants are wet. He could have lied, but he said that he couldn't make it to the bathroom and wet his pants. He said was should get him Depends. haha

Mackenzie is not as fun as us since he was so miffed at how much my sister was laughing at the cat card. I loved her reaction and that made the card more funny. Mackenzie tried to say he is as fun as us, but I don't think so :) haha poor Mackenzie.

Exploding Microwaves

This was just too funny. At work, the higherups at our work have asked us all if we wanted to keep the microwave in the kitchen or to move it into the staff room where we eat and have another microwave. My dept. all wanted it to be kept in the kitchen, but of course, it was moved into the staff room. The two microwaves in that room were being used at the same time and it killed the power in there, so now they have to give a work order to have the circuit looked at. We all laughed because we love how they try to change things but the plan doesn't work out. Should have kept it where it was! Should have listened to us! We are the more clear minded....So I might have been too dramatic with the title, but that makes for a real story!

Last night, some co-workers and I went to Hot Italian in Sacramento. We were promised some hot Italian waiters, but we all thought that they must work later at night. Excellent pizza and gelato! I would recommend that place! Can't wait for our next meal out...

I'm starting to scare Mackenzie about having a zoo, but in addition to adding a dog, adding a human baby lol. My baby craziness hit me at 27. It will happen soon enough...

ORLY? is my saying now.

Mew Mew

I have started to call Momo, Mew Mew due to his cute little meows he does. I like saying it too. Momo has been puffing up and clicking at Mackenzie and so far, not to me. He knows I'm Mama Cat.

Went to chorus last night and it was great to see everyone! Was catching up with a few folks on their summers. Someone went to Hawaii, so not fair...It was great learning how to sing better and worked on songs and that was not an overwhelming way she taught us. She is a good instructor. Miss Joey's voice though and his cute bitchiness...

My close pals at chorus weren't there, but that was good since I got to talk more with other people.

Bathroom/Toe Fails

Today at work, I go to the bathroom and there is one of those tiny waste baskets on top of one of the toilet seats. I thought that was funny. But still a FAIL!

While helping getting the mail, I stubbed my toe on the cart's wheel. I found out a little after that it was bleeding and then my toe start to hurt even more. I have to be kinda gimpy right now. FAIL!

Weekend was productive. Friday, was zombie like so played Lego Indiana Jones with Mackenzie. I really like that game. I like smashing the legos to get the weird coin thingies. You gotta get a lot to be a True Adventurer!

Sat: slept in, and that was really nice. Did my usual zombie morning. Went through the stuff my dad brought over. Went to Woodland to donate a few bags. Went to Walmart (found out they are putting in a grocery section in that one!) and went to Frys to find Mack something for his bday but to no avail. Went home, Mack went to a River Cats game. I packed a lot of the kitchen and extra bath stuff. That took a while since I had to wrap up the breakables. I also packed my shoes which took up two medium sized boxes! I have a lot of shoes! Packed most of my closet. Got Mickey D's and that was very yummy.

Sunday: Zombie Jessica but then got an itch to get out of Davis, so drove to Folsom with no real plan in mind. Went to the Outlets but was too hot to stick around. Drove back. Packed my office supplies and some more closet stuff. I have packed all I could. The rest is the stuff I still need these last few weeks. Lots of boxes I used...Kinda hung out the rest of the day.

Tonight, back to chorus. It will be interesting to see how this new year will go. We lost a few really good singers and of course have a new director, so it will be exciting to see what will happen. I'm also on the Board. A small position, but we'll see how it goes.

This week and weekend will be busy, with every day except thurs. with plans. Eekk!

Scrabble

Yesterday, went to a friends to play Scrabble. I got stuck with the Q and also had X Y Y Z P. Horrible picks and could not place that Q anywhere! Had fun! Had good food and beverages. Made it to work with ease. Water is key. Started watching X Files with Mack but of course fell asleep. There will be more Scrabble in the future.

Day before, got my nails done and didn't do much else.

Big Foot Park

I was browsing about Folsom online and saw there is a park called Big Foot Park and has a picture of a statue that reminded me of the Lost statue. Awesome. Over 35 parks there plus the State park that is Folsom Lake. Lots of outdoors stuff, which is awesome. Good thing Mackenzie is white people. White people like outdoors stuff.

Yesterday, Brian came over. Not much else to write about, really hungry right now.

Woops

Woops, didn't mean to not update. I've been at work, but actually doing a lot of stuff, so had no time to update.

This weekend was fun!

Friday: vegged out and was very tired.

Sat: slept in, felt good! I went to a friends house in West Sac for a Tupperware Party. Got some good food and good products and got suckered into hosted my own Tupperware Party in Sept. But that will be good!

Sunday: went to my book club at the Tea List in Davis. Very good tea! Had a great time chatting with the ladies. Love them! Had 8 cups of coffee in the morning and tea...I was super crazy! I went home and had to lie down for a bit and drink a ton of water to help calm me down but I was wired for most of the time! Packed my nice clothes and did my laundry. Very good to finally have clothes to wear!

Today, work, I'll try to add more later.

Momotaro

I finally read about the Japanese folktale about Momotaro, which our kitty is named after. At first, as we thought it was a girl, Momo fit (means peach in Japanese), but Peach Boy it is!

Think I missed a day or so. Not much, just getting boxes for moving. Got a haircut finally! Going to take Momo to vet today. We are going to be scratched to death again.

Perhaps need to start packing soon now that we have tons of boxes...

Ahhh...yes, moving is no fun, but our new place is PIMP!

Good News/Bad News

Ok, Mack just told me some bad news. His parents have to put Lena to sleep :(. Lena has been in some pain, been given pain killers and still not doing good. She is pretty old for a Boxer, so she had a good, long life. It's always sad to hear about pets dying.

Good news is the whole weekend:

Friday: went to The Grad after work for Mel's bday/happy hour. We had a lot of beer and had very happy times playing pool and trying to line dance. Perhaps made a new friend as Mack, Mel and I crashed his friend's party. But he was happy to see us and hey, he told us about the party and gave us the address. The party had good bbq chicken and other foods. Good times. It had been a long time since I've been to a house party and just partied in general. We are getting old you know :)

Saturday: a bit hung over, took drugs and had water and took off for SF with work buddies. Such good weather they were having! Went to the Ferry Building and had food and walked to Pier 39 and found several fun things to buy. We even went on the carousel! It was nice to walk and be outside most of the day. We went to get food at the mall and that was quality food there! Went home and got home at 10. Good day!

Sunday: Went to Folsom. Grabbed lunch at an Italian place, very good pizza! Mack and I went a bit roundabout at a few apts., but finally decided on The Preserves at Blue Ravine, our first choice in apts. The only thing was that we got a second floor 3 bedroom. We wanted bottom level, but this is still good. The apt. is located near the back of the complex and right against the nice bike/walk trail at the Nature Preserves. What a great location! And yay, a nice balcony overlooking the parking lot, but has lots of trees and we are not looking at the road! I am very excited about moving! I am pretty good at change, but more will change when I get a job closer to Folsom. Will be commuting for a while...Got home, cleaned a bit. Just something funny. Mackenzie said "kibbles and bits and bits and..." from that old commercial. I cracked up. It's the small things in life that make me laugh. :)

Very glad that Mack cleaned so that we can try to get rid of this Davis apt. Love you!

My Ears!

Today, people are testing the fire alarm at work. Very annoying noises!

Wed after work, went to see Inception with Mack. Was a good movie but kinda confusing...

Thurs after work, went with a co-worker to this spa thing where they let you try the products and you can buy something. I'm getting the lip stuff that helps with chapped lips. This was in Sac and we could smell the smoke from the fires from Southern CA.

Today, going to The Grad for happy hour and maybe line dancing later.

My Eyes!

Yesterday at work, I got to go to a meeting. It was fun, but I noticed my eyes felt funky and it's because I wasn't staring at a monitor at the time. That is kinda scary. It was nice to get away from the desk. I was very hyper after the meeting and only calmed down when I got home and ate. Eating helps you mellow out. I just watched tv and gave Mack an awesome massage.

Today, some IT person came in with an annoying (but very funny) t-shirt that was in 3-D so our eyes were hurting just looking at it. Today is good so far.

Oh, after a shower, I was curious how much I weigh since I can fit my skinny pants. I dropped 6 pounds in less than a month's time. I think the hiking really did a lot for me.

Good Weekend

Had an eventful weekend:

Friday: work was boring since my peoples had vacation hours and stuff. Went home, and did nothing as usual. Was hoping Mack would be back, but he came home in the middle of the night. Momo was going crazy when Mack came home and meowed for five minutes after Mack went to bed. Poor Momo wanted to play. He wants to be in our bed, which I wouldn't mind but he has worms, so until he is parasite free, he is staying out of the room.

Saturday: went to Mack's 10 year hs reunion in Santa Cruz. It was held in a park near the Costco. It was cold. Had some good food, met some new people. It was informal, so that was good. I was pretty tired. Mack dragged a friend to go. Went to Mack's parents briefly to pick up his mail. Went home and slept.

Sunday: Got up early to go hiking. Finally felt awake. The area was really pretty, it was the Jack London Historical Site, in Sonoma County. There were old buildings and it felt like a field trip because of that. We wanted to do the 10.2 mile loop but somehow the directions to the trail head did not work out, but we did a 8 mile hike up to the summit. Chillaxed and had lunch up there. My back was killing me because I packed too heavy. We went to this cantina in a town called Agua Caliente, which I would say is like Little Mexico because there was a ton of Mexican food and people. Saw some pretty awesome looking cars on the way. Came home at a decent hour. Played with my boys at home. Watched part of Mega Shark v. Giant Octopus right before bed so I was very tired. There was a hilarious scene in which Mega Shark flies up to an airplane and attacks it. It was funny to begin with, but since I was super tired, I couldn't stop laughing and Mack laughed because I was laughing so hard. Good times. I think Mack really likes it when I react like that.

Lots to do this week...

Batman Pug

A few days ago, the Batman Pug Internet Sensation hit with a short clip of the dog saying batman! Then, only a short time afterward, someone made a remix featuring the old Batman cartoon theme song with the pug piping in "batman" at the right parts. Check it out!

Batman Pug

Yesterday, hung out with Momo a lot. He was attacking me and rubbing his head with mine while I lied down and playing with my hair. Just like having Mackenzie around :) I just ate and lied down ALL day after work since I was extremely tired. I love the show Little People Big World. I had a marathon going on.

Got an email this morning from Mack saying how much fun he is having with his new work peoples. I'm very happy he is being social and having fun!

I got a large coffee at the cafe across the street from where I live. Wooo! Goodness in a cup. Feel better. Still cold though!

Raining cats and dogs

Ok, well, in my dream, I had Momo to take care of. But all of a sudden, I had a dog that looked and acted a bit like Scooby Doo so I had to run him in the morning and at night so that this huge dog would be ok in the small apt. Ya, this dog just suddenly appeared in my apt. and I had to be a runner all of a sudden. Thinking about it now, what a good excuse to get me outside running, a dog. That would make me probably never have any time for watching tv or just goofing off. I get so tired when I get home that I kinda wished I had something pushing me to get out.

I ate a huge bowl of pasta and salami and that made me have to work out. I felt sick for a bit then went to bed early.

What a mess

Got home after work and all the bags and boxes there were in Mack's car that I got from home. So now, looks very messy. But, I can deal with it since we will be moving in about a month. So, kitteh had more new things to explore, or perhaps chew. I don't think he can do that but he'll try. Poor kitteh must be bored. I tried to play with him a lot, but I need to do things after work.

Mack left for his week in Santa Clara with his work training. I just remembered after going to bed that I could spread out. It was nice. And, I could turn on the light in the room to get ready. I rarely cook food, since I snack more, but I made pasta and it was nummy. Then pigged out on salami and cheese and crackers. Then had to work out to not feel so fat and I had a lot of energy from all that food. The week days just go by way too quickly.

Company

This past weekend was fun!

Friday: was invited to a comedy club in Sac, but didn't go since I was tired. I watched tv and ate my burrito. Good times.

Saturday: woke up early, not on purpose. Sat and was a zombie for a while. Mack left early to help a friend move. I finally got going at 1. I went to Walmart and it was crowded and kids were running around everywhere. Not cool. The old man in the line took FOREVER! I stood in line for a good 15 min. Went home and had enough time to bake my cake. Mack's parents came over. We went to Burgers and Brew, which I scarfed down, since I anticipated we would be going out for food. Got home, watched a movie while Mari studied. I got a nice back massage and foot massage from Mari. She is doing this massage therapy class and needs to massage people for homework. Darn :) It was awesome, I think I fell asleep for a second.

Sunday: Got up early again, not on purpose. Hung out with Momo. Went to sleep again for a little bit. Took a shower, iced my cake (was a surprise cake for Mack. I told him it was for a friend). We hung out, got ready, looked at Mack's photo album that his parents brought up. Embarrassed Mack while looking at the photos. My parents arrived. Our parents finally met! We showed them Momo and they all love him. We chatted (mostly my dad and Mack's dad did the talking) and then went to Sudwerk for lunch/dinner. Talked more. Mom said that Mack's mom is pretty. My dad likes Mack's dad. Good times. I said to everyone that I had a surprise for Mack (when we got home). Mack freaked out, scared as to what this surprise was. When I went into the refrigerator, I pulled out the cake and Mack was really surprised I made him a cake. I put "Congrats Mac" on it. I made a triple fudge chocolate cake with vanilla frosting and red and blue decorating frosting. Mack loved it. Very good cake too (store bought is always good). We took pictures outside and called it a day. I enjoyed all the company we had and felt bored when everyone left. I played some DS and worked out and that was pretty much the rest of the day.

Today, got up and now tired. I bet I could have slept a lot today. Always looking forward to the next Caturday. I really need a vacation, but need to save up for that since I might want to have a few days off around the time we move. But I want to move on a Saturday, do everything except for a few items to keep in the Davis apt. so I might just live in Davis until the lease is up to make it easier to go to work. Then, I will (hopefully) be on my reduced hours schedule which allows me to leave an hour earlier to avoid most traffic. It will suck, but it will be ok for a little while.

Attack Cat

Momo is just a little attack kitteh. He likes to attack my arms, toes, and shirt. I hope he grows out of it. We have him play with a mouse thing on a drumstick that works well. Oh, found out that Momo is a Gray Tabby. But, he is the cutest one of course :).

Yesterday, was really tired, played with Momo, finally got energy around 7, worked out a lot, did my dance videos. Mack wanted me to go out, but I would have died. I need notice of anything of going out late, especially on a weeknight.

This weekend will be good. yay!

A story to tell

This is quite a story, though not that uncommon.

Mack and I took Momo to the vet yesterday afternoon. Poor kitty was freaking out when we put Momo in the carrier and Momo meowed the whole way to the vet. Sounded like crying, which I'm sure it was. Momo clawed Mack and I to death the whole time we were there. I had to hold Momo while the person stuck a thermometer in the butt. The vet came in and I must have slipped a "he" refering to Momo and I had to correct the vet and say "she". The vet looked at Momo's butt and said that Momo is a male! I cracked up! I said I couldn't wait to tell Sara, my sister, this news. The vet said she had to tell a lot of people that the cat is a different gender. So, at least the name Momo is good for both male and female but Momo will be rocking a pink collar if we ever put it on him. This kinda makes more sense that it's a male since he is big. So, I called Sara and she was laughing too. Mike, her boyfriend who had said it was a female, said sorry. It doesn't matter, but I love how they thought Momo's mom was a boy and named her Dude. Momo did ok after he got home from the vet. We gave him milk and he slept forever. We get to go back to the vet in three weeks. Oh, I took a good pic of Mack and Momo, now the boys club. I was saying to Mack I'd have a room be girls only, but that won't work anymore. Found out Momo's birthday is May 5th.

Did what I now call my gay hip hop workout since Mack had pointed out the fact that the instructor acts pretty gay. When I first did it, I didn't think much about it, then after that, I'm like, wow, this guy is pretty fruity.

Cat Pics!

I posted the cat pics on my Facebook page. I will post a few here:

De-Flea-ing

Yesterday was a busy day, so no pics yet, but hopefully tonight!

Went to the nail salon after work. Got home, barely was there five minutes when Mack asked me to wash the sheets due to the flea infestation, so did that. Mack vacuumed. Felt a lot cleaner. Mack got rid of more fleas she had. Did more late a night and only saw three little ones. We hope that is most of them. We can't treat her until she is older. Mack says I'm the flea pro since I can handle that flea comb with skill. I has skills at the de-flea-ing. I enjoy it as well. Must be my monkey in me. I pick things off of Mack as well. Ate and worked out. That was pretty much my day. Hopefully tonight I'll work on pics and play with Momo more.

I love Momo!

Exciting and extra long weekend.

Thursday: Took a half day at work. My dad came over to drop off a van full of boxes and bags full of my old stuff as a kid. Found my soccer Popple, a few other stuffed animals, photos of yore, TONS of books, mostly kiddie books that I am keeping, and clothes which I got rid of. So, Thursday, after we took that stuff out of the van, went to In and Out with my dad for tasty burgers. Dad went home. Mack and I went to the Sac airport to pick up Mack's engineering buddy. Then, we went to Petco for a few items, including a scratching post/cat condo thing, pee stray, and toys. We went home and I put on a movie while going through all my bags and boxes to see what to keep, what to toss and what to donate. Oh, and to add more pressure to me, I had to get this done by Friday (then tomorrow) due to getting a cat (so place needed to be clean) and having an interested person to take over our apartment to look at our place, so needed to be clean. I flew through the bags and boxes at an amazing pace. Went through two and a half movies while doing so. Yes, uncovered my Soccer Popple, Cabbage Patch kid (but not Lai-lai) and other nostalgic items.

Friday: Went to The Goodwill to donate the 9 bags. The guy working there was so unresponsive to my questions and need of help. Wow, what a winner! Oh well, got rid of my bags. Went to Walmart for some batteries and other stuff so I could use my camera to take pics of the new cat. Got home, Mack cleaned a lot, cleaned the floors and bathroom, so everything was ready for the person and cat. I went to gas up and apparently the person stopped by while I was gone. Waited on Sara's call to meet her at the Target parking lot in Vallejo. I had prepared my car for the kitteh that morning. Mack and I went and met my sister. Poor Momo was scared. Took a ton of pics which will be posted shortly. We got home and she came out of the carrier after a while and hid under my dresser for about 6 hours. At first I just kinda hung around coaxing her. Then, I watched a movie and did my thing. She finally came out and was very timid and found another hiding spot under the bed.

Saturday: That morning, I was glad to see Momo pee in her carrier that I placed in the living room that had newspapers in it. I then placed those soiled papers in her liter box and put the liter box where the carrier was and put the carrier way up high so she couldn't be tempted to pee in it again. Mack had shown her to dig in the litter box. She ate and I later saw her go pee in the liter box. yay! I went to my book club in Vacaville. Had fun talking, went to lunch for two hours! wow, went shopping for a while. So hot! Went home to play with Momo. We saw her poo in the litter box and got really happy about that. She seemed much more accustomed to us and the apt. She has been exploring and started to mark her territory by rubbing us.

Sunday: Slept in! Played with Momo more. Mack and I went to Petco to buy shampoo, flea comb, and another toy. We gave Momo a bath in the kitchen sink to help with her fleas. Poor Momo was struggling a bit when we gave her a bath and she meowed, but she did pretty well. We saw a few dead fleas in the water, so we were hoping that her flea problem was almost taken care of. She got dry and ran around a bit, then started to sleep on Mack's lap. Mack started to comb her, and saw a few fleas. That is when the major flea combing occurred. Mack brought out a cup of hot water and paper towels and I had Momo sit on my lap while she was resting and I combed her for fleas. I found flea after flea like crazy. I would see the fleas on the comb and give it to Mack to dunk in the water and take off the flea. I had Mack put on a movie while we did this for over an hour. We finally did not see that many fleas after that time and she woke up, so we stopped the flea madness. Mack went to school and I worked out and hung out with Momo. Mack came home and started up doing the flea killing again. The first time, we found 20-something fleas. The second time, Mack killed 15. Later that night, Mack tried again and killed about 8. Still more to get rid of I'm sure. We need to vacuum because a few jumped off the comb. I'm sure Momo is less itchy and loves us for that. She peed in a corner, so she still needs to be potty trained. Caught her almost peeing in her corner this morning, but put her in her litter box and she went there. Yes, we are like parents to this cat. She's my baby! She's been stalking our toes sometimes, so I have to watch out for that. She is adventurous and quite a mouser by her attacking her toys. Oh, she is gray with black stripes and black spots on her tummy. She cute :)

Spoke too soon...

So, yesterday's post read stuff about how quiet the construction zone was. At 4pm, a coworker got a call from a coworker who had just left for home about a broken water pipe just outside. We go and look, and there is this geyser of water shooting up! A cement truck looked to have run over the fire hydrant! I took a few photos and sent a few text messages to people. Other people took pics too! It was crazy and exciting! Just glad it happened at the end of the day because I couldn't focus! Some people moved their cars because it was starting to flood the parking lot. Madness.

In other news, my sister called to say I can pick up my kitten this Friday!!! Yay! So excited! We are meeting in Vallejo for "the exchange". It feels like a drug exchange or something illegal, but nope. She doesn't want me to come to her home because the managers don't know about the cats. Going to buy some toys and scratching stuff and pee cleaner. Can't wait. Going to take pics to show people! Momo will be her name (means peach in Japanese). I got it when Mackenzie's grandma last Christmas called Hope, Michael's dog (Mack's bro), Momo. I loved the name. I can call her Momo Heemay (don't know that spelling), means Princess Peach in Japanese (nerdy, yes, in Mario Bros. video games). Or call her peaches. I love it. Call her my Georgia peach.

So, earlier, a few weeks back, I said I wanted more excitement at work. I got that and more with that geyser. I need to perhaps not say anything. But that was so cool!

All quiet in the construction zone

Yesterday, we had quite a bit of noise at work with all the construction going on. Today, someone pointed out how quiet it is. Wonder what's going on with that. I just want them to get on with it!

Yesterday, started to go biking with Mack. My butt hurt from not biking, so we walked instead. Too hot to walk for long. Worked out, ate oatmeal. Yes, being good. I like brains (as we now call oatmeal).

Now, very tired. Slept well, but could have slept for a long time. Today, not sure what to do after work. Going to take a half day tomorrow to get some books my dad is dropping off at the apt. More stuff to move. ack.

Hungry!

Long Weekend

Had a good three day weekend.

Friday: went home worked out, relaxed.

Saturday: slept for 10 hours. Worked out, got some food for hanging out with a few people. Played Clue for hours, ate hot dogs, went to the Woodland fireworks show (yes, on the 3rd instead of the 4th. Don't know why). It was a good show! Found a good place to sit and watch, got a close parking spot.

Sunday: worked out, cleaned some of the kitchen, kinda lazy during the day. Did a massive amount of laundry in the evening. Didn't see the Davis fireworks, already saw them and it gets packed there.

Monday: Very fulfilling day: rode my bike to campus and back, worked out (now I'm sore), finished cleaning the kitchen, went through my mail and got rid of the junk mail which turned out to be a trash bag full of junk mail. Got rid of more books, going to get rid of a lot of clothes I never wear and shoes. Got jamba juice with Mack and went to Safeway. Relaxed for a bit, played video games (been a while), watched tv, read. Just so happy to get the mail situated under control and getting rid of stuff you don't need is always good. I feel lighter. Oh, I woke Mackenzie up to the smell of sausages, I also cooked eggs, toast, tots, and sauteed veggies. Point one for awesome girlfriend. Point 2 is that when I got a foot long at Subway, Mack was home and I let him have half. Point 3, made Crystal Light and cleaned stuff.

Running Brown

I can't believe I forgot to post yesterday! Crazy! Tuesday, I took Mack out to dinner to celebrate him getting a job. Went to try Mermaids seafood and grill. It was good. I liked the indoor decor. I had a chicken sandwich and it was very greasy. Was immobilized after that, so watched tv in bed.

Yesterday, went to Black Bear Diner because we both were lazy and hungry. Felt fat, went on the bed, watched movies and fell asleep. Very lazy.

Today, I hope I have at least enough energy to sit up. Not counting on that too much because I was already tired when I woke up.

So, as to the title of the blog, the water was turned off for an hour this morning. When we were able to go to the restrooms, there was a brown tint to the toilet water. Always something exciting about our bathrooms...

Folsom: Next Home

So, big news. Mackenzie got a job at Intel in Folsom starting in Sept! I have a lot to catch up on since I didn't write yesterday...

Friday: Went to Headhunter's in Sacramento for karaoke for a friend's 21st x 2 birthday party. Got a few drinks, sadly Mack didn't get hit on this time. That was so funny last time. I told Mack he is hot shit at this bar, fresh meat. No hooks, except maybe this guy that passed by the table and touched Mack (not really necessary). I made fun of him.

Saturday: went to Folsom to check out apts in case Mack got the job at Intel. Visited some pretty nice places, but a clear winner came out, the Preserves apt. both beautiful inside and outside, next to the preserves nature area, and up against the bike path. Got an idea of how the city was laid out, spread out and up against two lakes and tons of biking paths and tons of parks and shopping. And HILLS!!! So excited! Got home. Went to Sac and carpooled with a friend to another friend's birthday party. His family was there and he has a huge family. We hung out for awhile then went home. Got to see these people I haven't seen in over a year! Old co-workers.

Sunday: I decided to try out a book club in Sac. It was ok, but I prefer a small group of around 4-6 and have the discussion come out naturally. It was more of a questions format. I didn't have much to say. Went to Walmart to take back some clothes I bought for mom. Decided I couldn't do anything, so called a friend and went to see A-Team. Too intense for me since I was still stressed out about whether or not Mack got the job. Then cleaned a little.

Monday: Checked my phone every hour it seemed like for Mack to call about the job. I went to get my nails done after work and it helped get my mind off the job thing. Mack called while I was getting my pedicure for the exciting news about getting the job. Very happy and relieved! I was hyper and did the dance you do when something good happens. So happy Mack gets to finish his phd before he has to start working. Ate, had Clue on the background. Called my parents about the good news and they were happy that we were moving to Folsom instead of San Jose area.

Today: taking Mack out to dinner tonight.

Need Excitement at work

I thought I updated my blog yesterday. I guess not. Wed, went home, then went to Sac for a board meeting with my chorus. I got to hear some inside things and said I wanted to take up the birthdays, someone calling it the sunshine fund or something close to that. The meeting lasted two hours. Went to the KFC me and some ladies went to after chorus a lot. Saw the same cashier and she said she misses seeing us.

Yesterday at work, tried to visit people to pass the time. Yesterday was better than the previous days in terms of how slow it was going. I got to show a student worker the way to the cottages, so it was like a field trip. I'll do anything to get away from my computer.

After work, went home, ate, watched tv, pumped up the ac, I was tired and made the bed and rested on it. Was an awesome gf and gave Mack an awesome back massage with my new oil. Watched Little Couple. Worked out at 9:30. That seems to be the trend with me, I'll get more energy later in the day.

Today, Friday!!! Hope the day will go by somewhat fast. Not terribly busy here. Too quiet again. They need to do some work outside so I can watch people. Probably next week it will pick up.

Going to a birthday party tonight. Probably will pass out early.

Tomorrow, exploring Folsom apts and the area in case Mack gets an offer for a job at Intel. Going to a party with an old coworker in Sac.

Jessica: Karate Kid

This morning, after shutting off the alarm, I have to maneuver over Mack to get out of bed. Usually, I have no issues getting out, but this morning, I stepped on something on the floor, lost my balance and accidentally karate-chopped Mack on the leg. I'm not exaggerating when I say karate-chop. My hand was in that straight position and my hand did that swift chopping action on his leg. It was funny how I did that motion as opposed to just grabbing him or something.

Yesterday, went to get an hour massage. I told the lady my neck and shoulders needed extra attention. She had a towel on top of me doing some warm up massage, and she said she could already tell that area was bad since it was cracking. She worked my muscles and dang, did I feel all the knots and tension drifting away. After, I still felt like I needed more massaging. But then, Mari is getting a massage therapist certificate, so she can practice on me :)

A coworker has been joking that they are building a pool outside (where they are really putting pipes in the ground). Now I will be disappointed when there is no pool. I get a view of the workers. They are not doing stuff right now, but it's fun to watch. Soon, there will be lots of dust and noise. Boo!

Ziggy Piggy

Friday-Monday, four days in a row, I've worked out A LOT. I have seen me slimming down, but this just shows me how much of a piggy pig pig I have been lately. Was it worth it? I did enjoy all that pizza, and I didn't mind working out, I just didn't think I ate THAT much. I've started to wear skirts to work due to my piggishness, elastic waist bands are your friend when you start to gain more than you would have liked. Also, nicer than capris for hot weather, though I do enjoy my capris. Ya, sadly, I can eat like a mo-fo. I hardly get sick from eating too much or certain things. If it tastes good, it goes in my mouth, and in a matter of seconds. I don't understand people who can't eat, I mean, really EAT. Even if I feel a little sick, ya, that's right, give me more food! I guess it is surprising that I'm not a million pounds. I used to eat cookies by the dozens, ice cream, donuts, and popsicles like no other in high school. Unless I want to work out for three hours a day, I had to cut back just a pinch.

At work, we get to look at construction workers but we will have noise soon. Boo.

Sleepy time?

Too nice to be stuck inside

There have been some really nice days recently, and I feel so sad being stuck inside for a good chunk of the day. I went outside during lunch, but just not enough time. I really need a nice, long vacation. Especially one that I would spend most of the time just at home relaxing and doing some hobbies. There is so much I could do, but just not enough time...

Weekend was good.

Friday: worked out, much needed. Cleaned up the room. Got new music.

Saturday: worked out for an hour and a half. Went to a bbq in Woodland. Tasty. Relaxed at home.

Sunday: worked out for an hour and a half. Still de-fatting for all the crap I've been eating. Went to my parents for Father's Day festivities (bbq). Played soccer with Nikki. Good times.

Trying not to be a piggy and eating after I've been hungry for a while. I want to look good in my skinny jeans again. Food just tastes too damn good. I like food, food is good.

River Cats

Met up with people at the Home Depot to carpool in to the River Cats game. We were all dressed in Hawaiian shirts. I saw a few pictures of me and I look like a tourist. The wait was killing me, got a little nervous. Then sang, and felt better. A good amount of people were in our section. Got $2 beer and a hot dog. The game dragged on, so we left before the 7th inning. I got a skateboard deck woooo!

Now at work, ate a lot, getting fat, and I'm really tired. Wish I was in bed now. I might just go in bed after work. I don't need to eat much more for the day. Want to watch tv/read and be otherwise lazy. Gotta clean this weekend. Going to two bbq's this weekend.

Fat Cat

After work yesterday, I ate some chips,then got into snuggle time clothes and passed out on the bed. I fell asleep twice. I NEVER nap. Well, once in a while. I was tired. I woke up too early, plus I was fat, so fat cat likes to sleep. Mack wanted to walk, but that didn't happen. I watched music videos and movies and tv shows. I was a lazy ass that day lol. I guess I needed it.

Today, leaving work early to get ready for River Cats. Can't wait for the long waiting part to sing is over. Then, get to watch the game, but since I have to go back to work the next day, I can't have too much fun...maybe one beer.

This weekend will be bbq weekend. Coworkers having a bbq on sat and it's Father's Day Sunday and will have a bbq. Sad the kitteh will not be ready to take home, too early, but need to get ready still anyway, so July it will be.

Toilet of Doom

It was a long weekend, filled with fun things, so I'll try my best to remember everything...

Friday: Got food at Habit Burger with Mack. Went to Armadillo Music and asked the people for bands like Stray Cats, I told them I like rockabilly, and they came up with a compilation which is good so far. Mack was scary, he was tired and mad that I took people's music suggestions when he tries to suggest things for me. I have a habit of rebelling against Mack's ideas. Worked out.

Saturday: Big shopping day. Went to Vacaville and hit up Old Navy. Apparently there was a massive sale, and got some cheap lounge clothes and the line was at least 20 people long for checking out. Went to Kohls for their sale. Ended up buying a lot of the bras I like. Went home, chilled (literally) for a bit since my car gets me hot without the A/C. Mack and I went to Natomas to pick up his nice pants at The Men's Warehouse. Went to Target and bought a broom and card for Father's Day. I picked up the perfect card for dad. Went to Petco at Davis. The ASPCA was there, so saw dogs and cats who needed homes. Bought the basics for our future kitteh: bed, litter box, food, and carrier. (Turns out I called my sis and she said we'll get the kitty closer to July 4th since they are still being weaned from the mama cat). We cleaned a bit and placed the litter box and bed in good areas of the apt. Tired after all that and relaxed.

Sunday: Got up early to get ready and packed my car for camping. Some co-workers and I camped in Truckee one night and planned on river rafting down the Truckee River. More on that later...Picked up a person, and followed another car. The drive was not too bad. Once we got to the hills, the air was much cooler and it felt great. Went to Save Mart to pick up some items. I found the retro bags. I thought the Smacks frog bag was cute, so I bought that one. My coworkers made a big deal that it was ugly, not in my opinion. Yay! I was happy to get a retro bag! Now I have Frosted Flakes and Apple Jacks to eat. Scarfed down a sandwich. Set up camp. Our spot we had reserved was crappy, no shade, so we found an open spot at the river and got that one with shade. Turns out the tent bag did not have the poles, so we had to be creative and bought rope and put up the tent that way. It worked, just a bit saggy. That was funny to watch. We hit up the Fifty Fifty brewery and had some samples of beer. Then, went back. I felt very tired, and went to bed. The tent was very uncomfortable. I had to sleep on my back the whole time.

Monday: Woke up with an earache. Got somewhat dressed. The person meeting us for river rafting (would drive from Davis) texted us that a nearby river was too dangerous, we tried to call but nothing, so we told the person we can't go rafting. We drove past the rafting place and it was closed. We drove to Lake Tahoe and went on the beach. The sun was killing me and the other people wanted to stay, so I took off. Driving down the hills, my car was on fire...I barely pushed the accelerator and I took off with speed. Went to two McDonald's. First before I set off to get a diet coke. Then, stopped in Colfax to fill up on gas and got another diet coke. Good times. Got home, cooled off. Got clean, went to chorus. Had fun and also learned things. I like the new director still, good sign! Got the River Cats tickets for people.

Tuesday: Mostly relaxing fun day. Woke up early, read, got ready. Went to hit up stores early. Visited the vet to schedule and appointment (which I had to cancel later that day due to talking to my sister about the kittens), went to CVS. Went to Borders (got some awesome books), got my nails done. went to the library (got music and cat book) went to Verison Wireless to get my new LG Envy phone (keyboard!!!). Went home all excited. Got less excited when the massage place called and said I had to reschedule. Boo! Got pizza, went on a walk with Mack. Bought a slushy from some kids (yay!), and swept the porch and did some snooty talk with Mack (talked about some classic literature, music, etc.) I told him that I would have a tea time when he starts working that we need to be more classy (not immature). Kinda like The Finer Things Club in The Office where Pam, Oscar, and Toby discuss the finer things over awesome food at work. Very exclusive and classy. Muyess, muyess. Then chilled and ate more pizza.

Now to the title of the post...

Today: It was hilarious. A co-worker warned me not to use the middle stall in the bathroom. My curiosity got the best of me and I looked. Bad idea! I will now call this toilet the Toilet of Doom. It was the same stall that had the Cloak of Doom a few months ago. Love it. Wearing a skirt today due to eating too much pizza and I needed a stretchy waistband.

I Survived the Graduation

Yesterday, left an hour early from work to go to Mack's graduation. It was a bit annoying parking near the Pavilion. People seemed to not know what they were doing, which they didn't. Got there and had to work my way around people, because the genius people were all huddled at the entrance. I saw the family. Mackenzie was the second row to go up on the stage, so the ceremony was killing us all. I went to the bathroom to kill time, but there was a massive line, so I just went back. Mari took a 20 min. smoking break. Mack and I texted how boring it was. Mack gave his sash to his parents, but then rejected it, gave it to Brian, and then all decided I should have it because I was the one who "put up with his shit for all these years", which is basically not much at all that I had to stress about. Mack is good :).

We went to Cafe Italia. I tried to go on the freeway, but I started to drive home, so I took the street and that was packed! Finally made it. Pigged out. Had roasted garlic and it was so choice. Had chicken Parmesan. Have leftovers for food for work now. Went home to discover Mack left the AC on so it was freezing. Let some warm air in. Parents left and then Brian. Went to bed, but wanted to listen to music, since I finally charged my ipod and am kinda tired, but not too bad today.

I plan on relaxing when I get home, watch tv, read, etc. Yay!

Graduation Day

Mackenzie's graduation day is today. He will be wearing his Harry Potter robes which makes him look very smart. He is still a student but almost done and looking for a job. He has had several interviews now, so he will probably get a few offers soon. Mack's parents and friend Brian and I will attend and then go to dinner. It's something to look forward to.

Yesterday, I finally had the energy to clean the kitchen. I got good kitten advice from people yesterday. I worked out and then watched tv/read. I slept well last night.

I will be having a four day weekend soon! Tomorrow will be long I am thinking...

Tony the Tiger

Yesterday after work, I went to Save-Mart to get cereal and a free Tony the Tiger retro bag for a promotion. There were none left! I was sad for about an hour. But, then today, I looked at the Kellog's website, and I can mail in for one, it will take 90 days, but I will still do it.

I voted at the fire station. Saw some firemen. Sadly, my friend didn't win city council. I am very sad for her...she worked so hard!

I planned on cleaning and working out, but I was just wiped out for some reason. I tried to read, but only read a short story. I watched some random Youtube and Netflix. Mack got home, so I needed him to entertain me. That was pretty much my day. Not too productive and hoping today at least I do something.

Getting excited for my new kitten to arrive and getting great advice from my cat loving friends.

Upper '80s!!!

It has finally been consistently warm! Upper '80s!!! It will hit the '90s this weekend.

Yesterday, went to chorus. Had the Gay Men's Chorus director come. Fabulously gay. Our first time with our new director. I cut out early since I was really tired.

Today, going to vote and do cleaning (maybeee...) It's pretty messy...

Can't wait to read more of my books I have...

Tomorrow, I plan on waking up at 5 to do morning workout. I plan on doing this MWF, the days where I typically have things going on later.

Sleepy time? No, just after lunch time which means always tired, like in that 5 hour energy commercial.

Cat Names

I need to catch up because I called in sick on Friday.

Thursday: went to my mom's birthday after work. Turned out other people got there before me for once. Had KFC and talked about the show ancient aliens on the History channel. Interesting. I was telling Mack I wanted a cat, and my sister overheard and said she has a cat that has kittens. I get to chose one on Father's Day! Now I am thinking of cat names. I'm excited for that!

Friday: earache. Called in sick. Slept in and took drugs and felt better. Finished my book. Went to see Sex and the City 2. Got a Cosmo with a friend before the movie and was feeling really good. The movie was better than the first one. Didn't feel too long as well. Pretty funny.

Saturday: went to my book club...went to Benicia for tea. Fun! Went to Sun Valley Mall to shop. Felt crappy, went home. Went to a bbq.

Sunday: Went to my Annual Retreat. I was voted for the Member-at-Large position. Yay! I was nominated for V.P., but felt overwhelmed just hearing that name, so I declined. Went to Target, bought a crap-load of beverages since I like to keep hydrated. Worked out, ate awesome food Mack made. Did laundry with Mack, finally have clean towels!

Today, going to chorus and our new director will be there! I like her, so I am happy with our selection. I think she will help us sound great!

Today, I woke up at 4:30, and by 5 I just decided to wake up and work out. I am very tired now.

Indian Food Fail

Yesterday, I went to try the new Indian place in town. The naan was doughy, the sauce was too watery, and there were too few pieces of chicken for the dish. I will try again later, they need to work out some kinks. I was starving, so I ate like crazy. I was having a really bad earache, so I went in bed for a while. Then, I checked out music. I heard Dolly Parton for the first time ever. Wow, great songs! I wanted to read my book for the book club this weekend, but I was in bad shape, could not concentrate at all. I hope to read on Friday before the movie I'm going to. Then, maybe wake up early on Sat to finish.

After work, going home to my Mom's birthday. Having KFC. I need to quickly put her present together before I take off. Won't be there for long since I'm planning on going to work tomorrow. But, if my earache is still acting up, I might take the day off. But, I really need to save my sick days since I was sick in March for two weeks total. I had been sick over the winter break, so I lucked out that I wasn't at work and didn't need to take sick leave. I would have been totally out of sick leave if it wasn't break. I want to try to save up over a week of sick leave to feel like I can take days off here and there for anything small like my earaches (not small really, but those one day days...).

After this weekend, I probably will have gained five more pounds...all this food is killing me!

Mackenzie went to an interview in Santa Clara yesterday. He failed to mention he would go to Santa Cruz for dinner, so I was starting to get worried when he wasn't back and he didn't call me until 7.

Pump it up!

Yesterday, I went home, tired and so I ate quite a bit. I put on work out clothes and started to to the elliptical. I made it 12 min. in, and felt too tired. I think I'm dehydrated for the most part. I drank more water. I turned on Youtube to some music, and that got me pumped up. Danced around, lifted weights, did push-ups. I actually had a good workout and had fun dancing around. I need to buy Gatorade to stop the dehydration. The jump of degrees was was too dramatic, so I still need to get used to the temperature.

I am wearing a cute outfit and kinda wish I could work in a store where a lot of my job is to dress nicely and to help others find cute clothes. Sounds fun...

Food Weekend

Friday: there was a bbq for the law school workers at lunch. Had a little more than I am used to at lunch, but did not go into a food coma. I commented to a coworker that today was not unbearable. Fridays are always hard, especially before vacations and holiday weekends. I went to dinner at Tusco's with Mack...which is fancier than most restaurants in Davis. Got a pizzetta and beer, but didn't like mine, so I traded with Mack. Then, went to see Iron Man 2. I liked the Russian guy.

Saturday: woke up early, for no reason. Didn't have to. Was lazy, then went shopping, got a water gun and clothes for mom's birthday. Made Mack entertain me later that day. Watched Troll 2, which is a bad movie, but funny at parts. The mom creeped me out.

Sunday: bbq at a coworkers. It was at our old hood, Americana Arms apts. Yummy bbq. Played Scrabble, got second, but one team killed everyone. That was fun, but got tired. Other people went bowling. Wish I had the energy to do that.

Monday: slept for 11.5 hours! That was crazy. Went on a walk with Mack. Mack made a milkshake. Watched Troll. Another horrible movie, but unrelated to Troll 2. I was lazy. I tried to work out, but not enough energy. Still not used to the hot weather. Read and watched tv.

Today, a lot of us are wearing green and blue. I feel like I'm going to the beach since I'm wearing capris and flip flops. Finally summer weather.