I got up at 3 a.m. Central time for my 6 a.m. flight.
At 3:50 a.m. while printing my boarding pass I realized my flight wasn't until 7:50.
Which meant I didn't need to be up, dressed and about to leave.
So I did the mature thing and went back to bed.
I've now completed my first flight where I was in the very last row of the small plane, directly across from the restroom. By some twist of fate no one was in the set next to me.
Again, being a mature 30 year old woman I loosened my seat belt, lifted the arm rest and curled into a little ball until we touched down in Phoenix.
Since we are 30 minutes early and our gate has another plane still attached I'm stifling my inner child's desire to scream for someone to bring me Starbucks. Because I'm tired, cranky and hate work interfering with my weekends.
And I still have one more flight to go.
Hoping for an ocean view once I make it to San Diego.
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Sunday, August 7, 2011
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
The Calm
I'm hoping that August brings a sense of calm.
Since the weekend before Memorial Day I have had plans every weekend which included; a cook off, weekend at the lake, town festival, bridal shower and boat races, wedding, Vegas (part fun/part work), lake, wedding, shower/bachelorette party, shower/bachelorette party, wedding.
11 weekends.
11 weekends with plans.
This weekend I get to leave for a work trip at 6 a.m. Sunday which means a 3 a.m. wake up call.
But the weekend after that?
For the first time since May?
All mine! And I am getting a facial and an hour long massage.
The only things on the agenda for the rest of the month are attending the State Fair, duck races and overhauling my bedroom and guest room in anticipation of 2 sets of visitors later this month.
If your guest room currently looked like Rainbow Brite threw up everywhere wouldn't you want to redo it?
Since the weekend before Memorial Day I have had plans every weekend which included; a cook off, weekend at the lake, town festival, bridal shower and boat races, wedding, Vegas (part fun/part work), lake, wedding, shower/bachelorette party, shower/bachelorette party, wedding.
11 weekends.
11 weekends with plans.
This weekend I get to leave for a work trip at 6 a.m. Sunday which means a 3 a.m. wake up call.
But the weekend after that?
For the first time since May?
All mine! And I am getting a facial and an hour long massage.
The only things on the agenda for the rest of the month are attending the State Fair, duck races and overhauling my bedroom and guest room in anticipation of 2 sets of visitors later this month.
If your guest room currently looked like Rainbow Brite threw up everywhere wouldn't you want to redo it?
I can't make this up. I swear what you see is a 2 hot pink walls, a partially orange wall and 2 yellow walls with maroon shades.
Yes, in one room.
And of my 6 bedrooms, it is not the worst...
More to come on that one someday.
But it has good bones. Beautiful hardwoods and I am going to build the room around my beloved cowhide rug.
Some inspiration ideas below.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
About Nothing
The theme of life lately seems to be nothing.
I felt nothing, there was nothing....
Today this is a post about nothing.
The highlights of my life this week:
Now it's time to have a big girl bed.
On B's birthday my Sealy King Plush Pillowtop will be delivered.
In the spirit of the money spent on the new bed and the subsequent decorating expenses I listed 4 dresses and 3 pairs of jeans. These may or may not have been on my to do list for the last 6 months...
Don't judge.
Let the master & guest bedroom decorating begin.
If you have seen any phenomenal bedroom designs lately that can easily incorporate all white bedding - please let me know!
I felt nothing, there was nothing....
Today this is a post about nothing.
The highlights of my life this week:
- Mowing the lawn
- 2 great workouts
- Starting a company sponsored walking program
- Draining the hot tub (it's just too hot)
- Fresh sweet corn
- Softball playoffs
- Ordering my very first bed.
Now it's time to have a big girl bed.
On B's birthday my Sealy King Plush Pillowtop will be delivered.
In the spirit of the money spent on the new bed and the subsequent decorating expenses I listed 4 dresses and 3 pairs of jeans. These may or may not have been on my to do list for the last 6 months...
Don't judge.
Let the master & guest bedroom decorating begin.
If you have seen any phenomenal bedroom designs lately that can easily incorporate all white bedding - please let me know!
Monday, August 1, 2011
There Really Was Nothing
As I mentioned MX got married this past weekend when I was in the same city on that day for a friends wedding.
I waited and waited to feel something. Anything.
But it never came. I was indifferent.
I lunched with a friend, the wife of MX's oldest friend. I learned her husband had made a point of telling MX we'd be lunching that day. The evil part of me loved that just a bit. I learned they would be attending the wedding. And I was grateful.
Grateful because I do not want to harm their relationship with him. I know they do not agree with his actions but they were friends before and I'd like them to remain that way. They are the kind of people he needs in his life, whether he knows it or not, because they are good people.
The wedding I attended. The bride had been a reception host in my wedding. One of her bridesmaids had been one of mine. Another bridesmaid and both her personal attendants had roles in my wedding. While they were taking pictures at a foutain they ran into none other than MX and wedding party 2.0. They made a point of yelling hello and watching him squirm.
And for that I may have smiled another wicked smile.
There were no tears. No feelings of sadness.
That isn't my life anymore. He has his life 2.0.
As do I.
And the only place I want to be is right here, right now.
I waited and waited to feel something. Anything.
But it never came. I was indifferent.
I lunched with a friend, the wife of MX's oldest friend. I learned her husband had made a point of telling MX we'd be lunching that day. The evil part of me loved that just a bit. I learned they would be attending the wedding. And I was grateful.
Grateful because I do not want to harm their relationship with him. I know they do not agree with his actions but they were friends before and I'd like them to remain that way. They are the kind of people he needs in his life, whether he knows it or not, because they are good people.
The wedding I attended. The bride had been a reception host in my wedding. One of her bridesmaids had been one of mine. Another bridesmaid and both her personal attendants had roles in my wedding. While they were taking pictures at a foutain they ran into none other than MX and wedding party 2.0. They made a point of yelling hello and watching him squirm.
And for that I may have smiled another wicked smile.
There were no tears. No feelings of sadness.
That isn't my life anymore. He has his life 2.0.
As do I.
And the only place I want to be is right here, right now.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Nothing
MX is getting married.
This weekend.
When I will be in the same city.
And I don't care.
It's weird.
I keep waiting to care but I just don't.
This weekend.
When I will be in the same city.
And I don't care.
It's weird.
I keep waiting to care but I just don't.
Suma-Suma-Summer Time
Summer is over.
It's a fact.
Once 4th of July rolls around you may as well breakout your North Face because Old Man Winter is just around the corner.
Sorry, that may be a little dramatic.
But I am trying to take TresSugar's advice and embrace the summer that I have. Trying.
6 Reasons to Embrace Single Life This Summer
•It's all about you. Summer is a time marked by great transition and the possibility to meet people. Find yourself! See what you like, dismiss what you don't, and spend some quality time with yourself.
•Your cell phone isn't in charge. Part of me adores my cell phone and the other part wants to chuck it out my eighth floor window. Your days — and nights — are your own! There's no need to check in or be attached to your phone waiting to check in with your significant other. Your life is your own. And that's pretty empowering.
•Traveling solo. You can go anywhere you want, ask for directions when you want, and check out the sights that interest you. The process can be a little overwhelming, but once you embrace the fact that you can get around on your own, there's nothing more uplifting for your confidence.
•Music festival freedom. Music festival romances are magic. If you've been on one of these adventures, you know what I'm talking about. You're entranced in the music. You're feeling open and welcoming. And out of nowhere on your right appears the most gorgeous guy you've ever seen who lives across the country. Welcome to your next three days.
•Butterflies in your belly. That feeling is totally indescribable. And you can have it as much as you want! There's nothing like meeting someone for the first time.
•Girls-only grilling. No more domineering males to take over the grill. Grab your girlfriends together for a day full of sunshine, booze, and BBQ. On second thought, maybe the BBQ should come before the boozing.
•The end of wedding season. Line up those groomsmen and take your pick. Who says the rules of Wedding Crashers apply just for dudes?
It's a fact.
Once 4th of July rolls around you may as well breakout your North Face because Old Man Winter is just around the corner.
Sorry, that may be a little dramatic.
But I am trying to take TresSugar's advice and embrace the summer that I have. Trying.
6 Reasons to Embrace Single Life This Summer
•It's all about you. Summer is a time marked by great transition and the possibility to meet people. Find yourself! See what you like, dismiss what you don't, and spend some quality time with yourself.
•Your cell phone isn't in charge. Part of me adores my cell phone and the other part wants to chuck it out my eighth floor window. Your days — and nights — are your own! There's no need to check in or be attached to your phone waiting to check in with your significant other. Your life is your own. And that's pretty empowering.
•Traveling solo. You can go anywhere you want, ask for directions when you want, and check out the sights that interest you. The process can be a little overwhelming, but once you embrace the fact that you can get around on your own, there's nothing more uplifting for your confidence.
•Music festival freedom. Music festival romances are magic. If you've been on one of these adventures, you know what I'm talking about. You're entranced in the music. You're feeling open and welcoming. And out of nowhere on your right appears the most gorgeous guy you've ever seen who lives across the country. Welcome to your next three days.
•Butterflies in your belly. That feeling is totally indescribable. And you can have it as much as you want! There's nothing like meeting someone for the first time.
•Girls-only grilling. No more domineering males to take over the grill. Grab your girlfriends together for a day full of sunshine, booze, and BBQ. On second thought, maybe the BBQ should come before the boozing.
•The end of wedding season. Line up those groomsmen and take your pick. Who says the rules of Wedding Crashers apply just for dudes?
Sunday, July 24, 2011
If It Is What He Wants...
According to the August issue of Cosmopolitan magazine Justin Timerblake says "The Sexy Confidence Guys Love" involves the following:
If the above is what JT wants anybody want to hook me up?
But maybe what I should be asking is -
If the above is true...why do I have zero luck in the dating world?
- Don't Give a Damn. Uh...I have this mastered. In fact, my friends say this makes me unapproachable but JT says desirable...
- Tell an X-rated joke. I've got this mastered and the dirty mouth to boot. I consider this a personal weakness but again...if JT loves it...
- Know your style. In my late 20's and now early 30's I think I am finally finding my way with this one. I am not a fashionista but you won't find me on a worst dressed list either.
- Try Anything Once. Aside from certain foods - game on.
- Let Him Do All The Work. As much as I enjoy taking control I love it more when its the guy who knows what he wants and goes for it.
- Own Your Emotions. Ha. Check.
- Be a Babe Among Boys. I am a guys girl personified.
- Call Him Out. Again, check.
If the above is what JT wants anybody want to hook me up?
But maybe what I should be asking is -
If the above is true...why do I have zero luck in the dating world?
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