Thursday, March 30, 2006

Fashion Friends or Foes?!


I've almost survived my first week of work! I'm EXHAUSTED and my feet are killing me. Unfortunately, I've had to wear heels everyday and it's the worst part of my life right now! I may have to conform to buying a pair of those ballet style flats that everyone's wearing! I'm not a fan, but they do look comfy. I swear, I'm having flashbacks of my teens with the latest fashion trends, ESPECIALLY the leggings!!!!! (AHHHHHH!) Is it necessary to re-live those days? Really, what's a girl to do!?!




Wednesday, March 29, 2006

Friends in Many Places!

Chris and Rowdy

Harvard Square


We had our friend Chris visit Boston this week on business, so Rowdy managed to slip in a couple nights with him. Of course it had to be the week I started work, but I still managed to meet them out after I got off tonight at Harvest, in Harvard Square. He's leaving tomorrow to go back to his lovely family in Illinois! It's so great to see our friends when we can!

Here's the agenda of visitors that we have coming in the next couple of months....

Debbie( Texas) - This weekend
Jake and Jamie(Florida) - End of April
Mike L(Colorado) - First week of May
Mom and Brother(Missouri) - Mid May to June

It's gonna be BUSY BUSY but I can't wait!

Monday, March 27, 2006

Work

I just survived my first day at my new job and I love it so far!!!! I really think this is the perfect place and job for me with wonderful long term and relocation opportunities! I guess I haven't really explained what it is, but to be perfectly honest, I don't want to announce where I'm working on the blog because it makes me uncomfortable. I could easily be found and you never know what kind of crazy people are out there. Those that know me already know or will find out anyway. Thanks for understanding.

Well, I'm exhausted and really need to do my workout so I'll update soon and YES, I will be keeping up with my blog! I'm too addicted not to!

Friday, March 24, 2006

Ski Trip

Rowdy's comin' down the mountn' yes, he's comin' down the mountn'......here he comes!

Our first run down the slopes together(beginners, of course)!


After surviving my first run! I came down the middle one! YIKES!

Rowdy and his office got a choice to either work or take a day ski trip to Sunapee Ski Resort in New Hampshire. I guess you can figure out what he chose!! It was the first time I've ever been skiing(Rowdy had been only once, years ago) and We LOVED IT! ( I'm really trying not to remind myself that we lived near the Rockies for over 4 years and NEVER went skiing once!) Anyway, I'm proud to say that my very first trip down the slopes was the blue level(Not for beginners, that's for sure!!!!!) It was an accident, but I made it down with only a few spills. Sam, a guy Rowdy works with, was kind enough to guide me through the nightmare trail. By the end of the day, Rowdy and I were skiing like pros, but on the green level(for beginners) of course, and I actually made it down once without falling!!!! YAAAAY! That was my goal for the day and I didn't even have to take lessons or use the kiddy trail!!! We had a WONDERFUL time and I just love Rowdy's co-workers. They're all so fun!

So, yes, we are officially taking up skiing! We bought everything we need and can't wait till next ski season! Colorado here we come!

And by the way, this doesn't mean that I now love the cold and snow, it just means, I love skiing and that's the ONLY time I want to put up with it!

Tuesday, March 21, 2006

WORKOUT

GUNNER PETERSON.........


This is the man responsible for KICKING my butt the last couple of days and YES, I'm going back for more! He's AWESOME! I worked out muscles I didn't even know existed and it's only the first DVD! I would definitely recommend to anyone that wants a fun and stimulating workout!

New Favorite Show!

I started watching WEEDS on Showtime " Video On Demand" this morning, because I woke up really really early and I'm already hooked! Luckily they've only had one season, so it didn't take long to catch up. It's REALLY funny! If you get Showtime, watch it but if not, you must rent the first season, especially if you're a teacher, lawyer, accountant, stay at home mom or drug dealer!

Sunday, March 19, 2006

YEAH! RIGHT ON!

CONGRATULATIONS!!!

Rowdy's Graduate Research Project got approved so he's officially done with his MBA!!!!!! HIGH FIVES!!!!!!!

St. Pat's Night

Cab Ride Home
Christopher in front of Christopher's! (click on the photo to enlarge, it's really a funny photo!)
Cab to Porter

Leaving for Porter

Mexican St. Patty's
Freezing, while waiting in line at Clery's

Ann, Ann's friend from OH(can't remember her name right now), and Ellen

Me, Gaia, Dominique, and Yolanda


Went to dinner at Sonsie's on Newbury www.sonsieboston.com, with some girls for Dominique's Birthday! I ordered Mee Krob and let me tell you, it was DELICIOUS! I can't wait to go back for more! Dinner was a blast!

Anyway, after dinner, we decided to go to a club called Clery's. We were waiting in line........WHILE.......On the other side of town, at Faneuil Hall, Rowdy, Chris, Caroline, and Stephanie were trying to meet other co-workers at the Purple Shamrock. Turns out, it was IMPOSSIBLE to get in to any of their Irish bars ,so they left to meet us at Clery's.

We waited, for what seems like an eternity and still no Rowdy and crew. It was suppose to be only 4 people, so the bouncer was gonna, maybe, let them cut in line with us, but when they showed up with a total of 8, he said NO WAY! I decided to leave the girls behind to go next door with them to a Mexican Restaurant/Bar that wasn't busy at all. We stayed for awhile, then took a cab to Porter Square to have a drink at Christopher's, then went home. Caroline, Steph and I stayed up talking, Steph went home and Chris and Caroline stayed the night. All day Sat, we ate junk food in our Pj's, watched basketball and talked, and then they went home.

Interview

On Wednesday, I had my second interview and it's hard to explain in writing what happened, but I was certain the guy hated me! The first interview had gone so well and this one was a disaster! Anyway they said they would have a decision by the end of the say and needless to say, I didn't hear back!

Didn't hear anything on Thurs.......

Then on Friday, I was getting ready to leave my house, when the phone rang. It was the girl I had the first interview with. I wanted to hang up, but I didn't and to my DISBELIEF, she offered me the position! Turns out the guy really liked me! I was SHOCKED!!!! To make a long story short, she offered me a salary I was very pleased with, so I accepted the offer. YES, I'm going back to work and I'm excited!!!!

More details about the job later.....

COOOOKIES!


YES! Our Girl Scout Cookies came in and they are DELISH! We've already finished a couple boxes. I wish I would have ordered more, but it's probably a good thing I didn't. There's always next year!

Friday, March 17, 2006

HAPPY ST. PATTY'S DAY!

HAPPY ST. PAT'S

This is one of my favorite holidays, even though I'm not Irish(like that wasn't obvious)! Hope everyone has a GREAT drunkin', but safe time. I know we will!

Tuesday, March 14, 2006

Time to Exercise!


My Core Secrets Workout Package has FINALLY arrived in the mail today! The package I purchased includes 7 different workout DVD's(geared to workout every muscle in the body), fitness ball and pump, fitness flash cards, training journal and a guide to effective eating booklet. I'm excited to get started!!! www.coresecrets.com

More later......


Sunday, March 12, 2006

Sat Night

View of Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market

Was it something HE said?!


We met Chris and Caroline at Faneuil Hall for some dinner and drinks at the Purple Shamrock, an Irish Pub....then headed to the Comedy Connection, to see comedian Craig Shoemaker. He was SO damn funny!!! We laughed so hard, that our cheeks and stomach muscles were in pain!

Thursday, March 09, 2006

HOORAY!!!!

Rowdy has FINALLY finished his Graduate Research Project!

Now it just has to get approved ....I'm sure it will be. Then he can apply for graduation. Until then he can just relax.(Stimpy's showing him how it's done!!!)

Wednesday, March 08, 2006

Hmmmm?


Divers discover a new crustacean in the South Pacific they named Kiwa hirsuta, aka, "white furry albino lobster"! HOW STRANGE!!!!!!

Tuesday, March 07, 2006

What?


They broke up already!?

Sad Sad News!


I was so shocked when I saw the headline news, I GASPED out loud! I can't believe it! I'm just extremely saddened by her death. She was such a remarkable person with true, honest character. It just makes you question...... WHY?!

Monday, March 06, 2006

Monday!


Thanks Melissa for sending me this book. Can't wait to start it.

My second interview got pushed back until next week because the person I'm interviewing with has to leave town last minute. It's good because I really need to get a hair cut. Hopefully I can get an appointment before!


I need to get my taxes done! SO I'm leaving myself this friendly blogger reminder:

Sally and Rowdy, please get your taxes done so the IRS doesn't hunt you down and leave you for dead! Thank you!!!!


Well, that should do it.....


Current Music Mood: Lenny Kravitz BABY!!!

Sunday, March 05, 2006

Oscar Upset! OH MY!


And the Oscar for best movie goes to....CRASH!!! Oh my goodness! I'm really shocked! I really thought Brokeback would win, but I'm glad Crash won! It really was a great movie and I'm glad it got the recognition it deserved!
I'm also glad for Reese Witherspoon, but she was a given!
My cat Stimpy tried to watch with me on the couch, but got bored and fell asleep. I actually thought it was kind of boring this year too. Maybe because I've only seen 3 of the movies.

More Party Pix!

Emily and Ananda
3am Blackjack
Liam, Dom, Me, Roshni, Dan and Harmony doing some Lemon Drop Shots
Harmony and Liam singin
Chris, Mary, Scott, Jeff, Jen, and Will
Emily, Caroline and Rowdy mixin up some Pom Martinis
Chris, Me, Rowdy, and Caroline

Party Time!

Sharing laughs with Emily
Gaia, LaTisha, Dominique, Me and Caroline

Steve and Dawn

Emily, Caroline and little ole' ME!
Rowdy singing ....

and singing!(Don't give up your day job, babe!)


Spent the week looking for jobs and on Fri I had my first interview. It went very well and I have a second interview this Wed. I will definitely take this job if offered, but I won't hold my breath!

Sat we filled our bar and fridges with a TON of goodies and decided to have our first get together! It was great fun with a mix of new friends( some air force, some not). We partied till after 3am. Liam brought Karioke, and I feel sorry for the neighbors that had to listen to it! After the party Rowdy and I stayed up cleaning so we wouldn't have to do it in the morning and thank goodness we did!!!! By the way, those Chaser Hangover Pills DO NOT WORK!!!

It's Oscar TIME!!!!!