After a yummy dinner of tacos my mood improved and James quieted down.
Someone was shooting off fireworks in our complex, and we had a perfect view from James' window. It only lasted about ten minutes, I wish it had been longer. I haven't seen real fireworks in about 7 years. Now James is keeping vigil, hoping they have some more. I think they're probably saving some for midnight (I so hope)
I have been doing laundry all night! I've done about 7 loads and still have more. Isn't that crazy????? I don't know how it piled up so much, we usually do a load or two every day.
I'm full but I really want a snack. Maybe I'll make some brownies, mmmmm!
Saturday, December 31, 2005
I am sorry about all the swearing and bitterness lately, but I am outta Premsyn PMS!
OMG I could put my fist through a wall. Besides my computer being stupid, slow and unresponsive, little James is driving me batty, and I HATE James' new job.
It all around sucks. The guy is a fucking billionare but skimps on everything. He has restaurants all over (and a casino) but the corporate office is in TX.
We just got our new insurance cards. They switched companies. The coverage is no less then what we have now, but it's more expensive. The insurance is BCBS of fucking texas. Which means when I go to locate a dr I can't, since we obviously don't live in TX (or the other 3 states that is part of that region) So I called CS and they told me where to go on line to find the info. What the website doesn't tell you is whether the DR is general ($20) or a specialist ($30) And they also don't give me any coverage info. Our current, well now old, insurance had everything I needed to know on their website. I am pretty miffed that I am going to have to call and go over my coverage. They'll be snotty and tell me I should already have it. Which is true but we all know they leave out all the important stuff. And it doesn't help that his employer didn't even send the info until a week before it was due.
James did not bring me home any of the info, even though he says he did. I am a nut about information. I must know everything about anything that deals with my home, my health or my money. I called him at work to ask him if they still had any. He had just thrown them out, but said he would dig one out of the trash, all while mumbling, "Didn't I? Yes I did bring this home." I am in no mood to argue over a damn insurance packet so I did my best to calmly ask him to bring it anyway, and then I hung up as not to start a damn war.
I'm sorry about the rant, but whenever I talk about INS James thinks I am blaming him. He takes it way to personally. I know it's not his fault, I just want someone to share my anger.
OMG I could put my fist through a wall. Besides my computer being stupid, slow and unresponsive, little James is driving me batty, and I HATE James' new job.
It all around sucks. The guy is a fucking billionare but skimps on everything. He has restaurants all over (and a casino) but the corporate office is in TX.
We just got our new insurance cards. They switched companies. The coverage is no less then what we have now, but it's more expensive. The insurance is BCBS of fucking texas. Which means when I go to locate a dr I can't, since we obviously don't live in TX (or the other 3 states that is part of that region) So I called CS and they told me where to go on line to find the info. What the website doesn't tell you is whether the DR is general ($20) or a specialist ($30) And they also don't give me any coverage info. Our current, well now old, insurance had everything I needed to know on their website. I am pretty miffed that I am going to have to call and go over my coverage. They'll be snotty and tell me I should already have it. Which is true but we all know they leave out all the important stuff. And it doesn't help that his employer didn't even send the info until a week before it was due.
James did not bring me home any of the info, even though he says he did. I am a nut about information. I must know everything about anything that deals with my home, my health or my money. I called him at work to ask him if they still had any. He had just thrown them out, but said he would dig one out of the trash, all while mumbling, "Didn't I? Yes I did bring this home." I am in no mood to argue over a damn insurance packet so I did my best to calmly ask him to bring it anyway, and then I hung up as not to start a damn war.
I'm sorry about the rant, but whenever I talk about INS James thinks I am blaming him. He takes it way to personally. I know it's not his fault, I just want someone to share my anger.
First let's talk about bills. But scroll to the break line if you don't wanna hear it! I opened my power bill to find that it is just as high now (and I have not used the a/c or heat) as it was this summer. That really ticks me off. In MS it would go down 30-40 dollars in the winter.
I am still a month behind on a few things but instead of paying a litle here and there, I pay the overdue in full, which keeps them happy. Eventually I am hoping to catch up, but as we all know that's very hard to do.
I did my payday budget and we'll have $200 after the rent/bills are paid and we buy food and gas. Not bad considering we usually have nothing when the rent is due. We wouldn't even have $200 if I wasn't working that silly little job.
This year I wanted to take our tax refund and pay off my credit debt. By doing so we would have an extra $200 a month, sick I know. But James wants to buy a second car, which we really need. I guess we'll be poor another year but I will pay the cards off next year whether he wants to or not. He got his furniture 2 years in a row. (New living room in 2004, bedroom in 2005) now he's getting a car. His needs are met, it's time to pay off the debt. If we don't we'll never get a home loan, or be able to save a dime of our paycheck.
That's all about money.
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Do ya'll have any superstitions about New Year's?
James believes if the house is not spotless when midnight comes then it will be dirty the whole year. I don't believe in silliness such as that! Do you?
I am still a month behind on a few things but instead of paying a litle here and there, I pay the overdue in full, which keeps them happy. Eventually I am hoping to catch up, but as we all know that's very hard to do.
I did my payday budget and we'll have $200 after the rent/bills are paid and we buy food and gas. Not bad considering we usually have nothing when the rent is due. We wouldn't even have $200 if I wasn't working that silly little job.
This year I wanted to take our tax refund and pay off my credit debt. By doing so we would have an extra $200 a month, sick I know. But James wants to buy a second car, which we really need. I guess we'll be poor another year but I will pay the cards off next year whether he wants to or not. He got his furniture 2 years in a row. (New living room in 2004, bedroom in 2005) now he's getting a car. His needs are met, it's time to pay off the debt. If we don't we'll never get a home loan, or be able to save a dime of our paycheck.
That's all about money.
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Do ya'll have any superstitions about New Year's?
James believes if the house is not spotless when midnight comes then it will be dirty the whole year. I don't believe in silliness such as that! Do you?
Friday, December 30, 2005
Friday Five
Then:
1) What was the first album/CD/Cassette you ever bought? I think it was a Snoop, when he was still "Doggy," Dog tape.
2) What was your first fave song? Private Dancer, Tina Turner
3) Which song gives you that "funny nostalgic feeling" everytime you hear it? Most songs from my high school years give me that feeling.
4) Name the first concert you ever went to. Tina Turner, 1994.
5) What do you consider the worst song of all time? Barbie Girl, Aqua
Now:
1) Name your fave song at the moment. Jesus Take The Wheel, Carrie Underwood
2) What is the most recent album/CD/Cassette you purchased? Carrie Underwood
3) Which song will you never get sick of hearing? Fancy, Reba McEntire
4) What is your current fave music video? I haven't watched a music channel lately.
5) If you could be a famous music artist, what type of music would you produce? Country
1) What was the first album/CD/Cassette you ever bought? I think it was a Snoop, when he was still "Doggy," Dog tape.
2) What was your first fave song? Private Dancer, Tina Turner
3) Which song gives you that "funny nostalgic feeling" everytime you hear it? Most songs from my high school years give me that feeling.
4) Name the first concert you ever went to. Tina Turner, 1994.
5) What do you consider the worst song of all time? Barbie Girl, Aqua
Now:
1) Name your fave song at the moment. Jesus Take The Wheel, Carrie Underwood
2) What is the most recent album/CD/Cassette you purchased? Carrie Underwood
3) Which song will you never get sick of hearing? Fancy, Reba McEntire
4) What is your current fave music video? I haven't watched a music channel lately.
5) If you could be a famous music artist, what type of music would you produce? Country
I Took A Little Nap
And now it's dark! I can't wait for spring to come. Today was a gorgeous day if it had stayed daylight a little longer. We've put out the Valentine's and St Patrick's Day stuff out at work, and it makes me want to decorate. I don't really have anywhere to put that sort of thing so I won't buy any. I think once I get this Christmas stuff put away I will get something bright though. Maybe a vase with some spring flowers (silk of course)
I don't have anything easy for dinner (James is at work) I don't feel like ANY of the meat in the freezer. I think little James will eat mini corndogs and I'll have ramen noodles.
I am watching Sandra Lee and I hate her. I have no idea why I dislike her so much but I do, always have. Just something about her drives me batty. I think it all started when she said "I will be the next Martha Stewart" no one will ever be martha stewart, whom I LOVE, even if you don't ;)
So I shocked the pants off Amy! Sorry about that, I just needed to vent. I can't say the f word in front of little james, so I couldn't rant with James before he left.
I don't have anything easy for dinner (James is at work) I don't feel like ANY of the meat in the freezer. I think little James will eat mini corndogs and I'll have ramen noodles.
I am watching Sandra Lee and I hate her. I have no idea why I dislike her so much but I do, always have. Just something about her drives me batty. I think it all started when she said "I will be the next Martha Stewart" no one will ever be martha stewart, whom I LOVE, even if you don't ;)
So I shocked the pants off Amy! Sorry about that, I just needed to vent. I can't say the f word in front of little james, so I couldn't rant with James before he left.
it's that time of the month
I took offense to three people at work today.
The Education Cordinator siad we needed to take calls about classes. Ummm hello isn't your title Education fucking Cordinator???? No one told me where to find the info or the password to acess it. So do your fucking job and tell me how much the class costs, since the price went up. It's not as though I asked her to give the lady any other info (i already had)
Then our GM said I didn't call for back up cashiers when we got busy. Most employees were at lunch so I called another manager to ask who to call, she told me, I did. If it wasn't how he wanted it to be done he needs to take it up with her not me.
Then some bitch employee calls and asks if paychecks are in. They come around noon, it was well before. I said no and she said "they probably won't come then." In a normal tone (cuz she hadn't pissed me off yet) I said well they usually come around 11:30 or so. She says "excuse me I have worked there for seven months, I think I know when paychecks come in." Ummm BITCH. I hung up on her.
Usually I am not so moody. I am supposed to get my period today so I think that's why they got to me so easily.
In other news we went to the petstore and the dogs were insanely priced. Like $800 and up, and most weren't even purebreed. WTH???? I'll stick with the humane society if we ever decide to get a dog. Now please don't think I am dumb when it comes to the cost. I know they can be a pretty penny. But most of these dogs looked like mutts.
I haven't looked at the apt. yet. James was off the last two days, but I worked until two and then he had stuff he needed to do. I think I may go tuesday when I take James to karate, since it's in that area.
That's all the news for me.
Keep your fingers crossed that I was moody today because I'm secretly a jerk, not because I am going to menstruate. Not doing so would make us both happy.
The Education Cordinator siad we needed to take calls about classes. Ummm hello isn't your title Education fucking Cordinator???? No one told me where to find the info or the password to acess it. So do your fucking job and tell me how much the class costs, since the price went up. It's not as though I asked her to give the lady any other info (i already had)
Then our GM said I didn't call for back up cashiers when we got busy. Most employees were at lunch so I called another manager to ask who to call, she told me, I did. If it wasn't how he wanted it to be done he needs to take it up with her not me.
Then some bitch employee calls and asks if paychecks are in. They come around noon, it was well before. I said no and she said "they probably won't come then." In a normal tone (cuz she hadn't pissed me off yet) I said well they usually come around 11:30 or so. She says "excuse me I have worked there for seven months, I think I know when paychecks come in." Ummm BITCH. I hung up on her.
Usually I am not so moody. I am supposed to get my period today so I think that's why they got to me so easily.
In other news we went to the petstore and the dogs were insanely priced. Like $800 and up, and most weren't even purebreed. WTH???? I'll stick with the humane society if we ever decide to get a dog. Now please don't think I am dumb when it comes to the cost. I know they can be a pretty penny. But most of these dogs looked like mutts.
I haven't looked at the apt. yet. James was off the last two days, but I worked until two and then he had stuff he needed to do. I think I may go tuesday when I take James to karate, since it's in that area.
That's all the news for me.
Keep your fingers crossed that I was moody today because I'm secretly a jerk, not because I am going to menstruate. Not doing so would make us both happy.
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
You're in for a shocker
James agreed to look at the townhouse. When I explained the reasoning behind it. I started off by saying that we would only sign a 3 or 6 month lease, and work with a realtor to find a house in our price range, which is pretty low.
The boys are at the barber shop but we have Karate tonight, so we'll take a look after. I just want to see what the outside looks like. If it's not "skeeby" we'll make an appt to tour the place.
We had the birthday party today and it was great. There were about 8 kids and 4 moms, plus family. Only one mom was a stranger to me, but all of them are really nice. I am the youngest, but there is another woman w/ 3 kids that is 26, so that's not too bad. I loved the venue. Much bigger "jungle gym" area then the chuckster.
I bought a sewing "notions" set from Joann but all it's just a nesting set of 3 small cardboard boxes. I assumed it was have seperators in it or something. I know I am gonna piss em off but I am returning it. It cost $5 (reg. $15) and I could get something plastic and bigger for that. I could get 2 more big bins from walmart!
For now I am going to read my book and relax while the boys are out.
The boys are at the barber shop but we have Karate tonight, so we'll take a look after. I just want to see what the outside looks like. If it's not "skeeby" we'll make an appt to tour the place.
We had the birthday party today and it was great. There were about 8 kids and 4 moms, plus family. Only one mom was a stranger to me, but all of them are really nice. I am the youngest, but there is another woman w/ 3 kids that is 26, so that's not too bad. I loved the venue. Much bigger "jungle gym" area then the chuckster.
I bought a sewing "notions" set from Joann but all it's just a nesting set of 3 small cardboard boxes. I assumed it was have seperators in it or something. I know I am gonna piss em off but I am returning it. It cost $5 (reg. $15) and I could get something plastic and bigger for that. I could get 2 more big bins from walmart!
For now I am going to read my book and relax while the boys are out.
Monday, December 26, 2005
It's not a house but.....
I found a new apartment complex that I want to look at.
It's a 2 bed 1.5 bath 1100 sq ft townhouse for $40 less then what we pay now (that'd be like having no water bill) and it's only 4 miles from James' restaurant. Which means it's only 6 miles from Karate, instead of the 20 we drive now. Which means he could take the bus if he ever needed to, (or me, I don't mind the bus)
Doesn't that sound perfect? I hope James will even enertain the idea. I hate to be pessimistic but I don't think we're ready for a house. Especially since I found that what we would pay for $150,000 mortgage (with no down payment) is what someone else would pay for a $500,000 mortgage. Doesn't seem right does it? But when I try to reason with him, it's me being negative about everything.
I'll have to tread lightly with this one, but since he was looking at purchasing a Town House I don't see the real difference at this broke point in our lives.
It's a 2 bed 1.5 bath 1100 sq ft townhouse for $40 less then what we pay now (that'd be like having no water bill) and it's only 4 miles from James' restaurant. Which means it's only 6 miles from Karate, instead of the 20 we drive now. Which means he could take the bus if he ever needed to, (or me, I don't mind the bus)
Doesn't that sound perfect? I hope James will even enertain the idea. I hate to be pessimistic but I don't think we're ready for a house. Especially since I found that what we would pay for $150,000 mortgage (with no down payment) is what someone else would pay for a $500,000 mortgage. Doesn't seem right does it? But when I try to reason with him, it's me being negative about everything.
I'll have to tread lightly with this one, but since he was looking at purchasing a Town House I don't see the real difference at this broke point in our lives.
Busy day
I went in at 8:30 and stayed until 1:45. I am going to stay the extra hour the rest of this week, but we start opening at 9am, so I will only make enough hours to cover one missed day. I guess one is better then none!
We were busy around lunch time. I couldn't believe how many people were spending $200 or more on Christmas stuff. I thought I was bad spending $25 on clearance stuff! I mean really you'd better be throwing out all the old stuff, to buy SO MUCH new.
I have to take the car in tomorrow at 3. The check engine light is on once again, but this time it hasn't gone off. I think I may spend some of my giftcard too. There were a couple cute christmas fabrics I want to pick up.
I want to take a nap but little james is still going strong. Daddy didn't make him take a nap today. At least he did some school work.
I think I am gonna lay on the sofa for an hour or so. Mayve have some hot chocolate too, mmm!
We were busy around lunch time. I couldn't believe how many people were spending $200 or more on Christmas stuff. I thought I was bad spending $25 on clearance stuff! I mean really you'd better be throwing out all the old stuff, to buy SO MUCH new.
I have to take the car in tomorrow at 3. The check engine light is on once again, but this time it hasn't gone off. I think I may spend some of my giftcard too. There were a couple cute christmas fabrics I want to pick up.
I want to take a nap but little james is still going strong. Daddy didn't make him take a nap today. At least he did some school work.
I think I am gonna lay on the sofa for an hour or so. Mayve have some hot chocolate too, mmm!
Sunday, December 25, 2005
Christmas
Soooo. Here's what I got:
From James
Hot rollers (finally my hair will have some body)
Biosilk, Silk Therapy
OPI nail polish in Hawaiian Orchid (The best pink ever, makes an awesome manicure)
A super cute new scarf and gloves
From my sister (we pulled names)
A GC to Joann's
A GC to Target
Cinderella
LeAnn Rimes, This Woman
Yankee Candle, Festival of Lights (my favorite)
I'm happy with my gifts.
James Sr got a Mall GC and the vanilla he wanted from Williams Sonoma, and then all the stuff I bought him
I think I have already said what Little James got, he's a happy overexcited camper. He's in bed now, he was hyper all day!
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James sister called but never came over. Nice surprise was that his brother did. He stayed for about an hour and little James just loved showing off all his stuff (Michael hasn't been to our house since he helped us move in almost a year ago.)
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Another repeat of Desperate Housewives, I am hoping Grey's Anatomy is not!
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I think I am going to go into work early tomorrow and stay late, to make up for Friday, since I will also be taking Wednesday off, for the birthday party James was invited too.
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For now my feet are cold and I am tired, my bed is totally calling me!
Merry Christmas and Sweet Dreams!
From James
Hot rollers (finally my hair will have some body)
Biosilk, Silk Therapy
OPI nail polish in Hawaiian Orchid (The best pink ever, makes an awesome manicure)
A super cute new scarf and gloves
From my sister (we pulled names)
A GC to Joann's
A GC to Target
Cinderella
LeAnn Rimes, This Woman
Yankee Candle, Festival of Lights (my favorite)
I'm happy with my gifts.
James Sr got a Mall GC and the vanilla he wanted from Williams Sonoma, and then all the stuff I bought him
I think I have already said what Little James got, he's a happy overexcited camper. He's in bed now, he was hyper all day!
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James sister called but never came over. Nice surprise was that his brother did. He stayed for about an hour and little James just loved showing off all his stuff (Michael hasn't been to our house since he helped us move in almost a year ago.)
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Another repeat of Desperate Housewives, I am hoping Grey's Anatomy is not!
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I think I am going to go into work early tomorrow and stay late, to make up for Friday, since I will also be taking Wednesday off, for the birthday party James was invited too.
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For now my feet are cold and I am tired, my bed is totally calling me!
Merry Christmas and Sweet Dreams!
Merry Christmas!
I hope you all have a wonderful holiday!
The James' are still sleeping. It's a miracle that little James is not awake yet, but we had a late night. James Sr doesn't like getting up early so I am glad little is still asleep. There is a better chance for dad participation if he wakes later.
It's taking all my self control not to go in and wake him though. I want him to open his presents. (live vicariously through him)
The James' are still sleeping. It's a miracle that little James is not awake yet, but we had a late night. James Sr doesn't like getting up early so I am glad little is still asleep. There is a better chance for dad participation if he wakes later.
It's taking all my self control not to go in and wake him though. I want him to open his presents. (live vicariously through him)
Saturday, December 24, 2005
At last
I found the charger. But only AFTER I braved the last minute shoppers at target to buy a new one. I came home and went to get the scissors out of the drawer to open my new one and there it was! I had looked in that drawer 3 times and never saw it. James thought it was pretty funny.
So onto other things. I wanted to go to the zoo but we comprimised on St Augustine to see the lights.
James is making a red velvet cake and I am making brownies (for tomorrow)
His sister may or may not (probably not) come over for dinner, but his mom has to work :(
I am STARVING. I have to go scrunge up some lunch.
So onto other things. I wanted to go to the zoo but we comprimised on St Augustine to see the lights.
James is making a red velvet cake and I am making brownies (for tomorrow)
His sister may or may not (probably not) come over for dinner, but his mom has to work :(
I am STARVING. I have to go scrunge up some lunch.
Friday, December 23, 2005
Still searching
I guess I should lose stuff more often. It make me WANT to clean. I just tore my bedroom apart and then nicely put it back together, but no charger turned up. I took a break to watch ATWT. It's not that interesting today so I think the living room is next. It's not at all a pig stye like the rest of the house, but it is a bit cluttered right now.
Tomorrow is my sister's birthday. Hmmm how old is she? 24+5 = OMG she's 29. I stopped counting long ago. Probably from the time I moved away. It's not that I ever forget her birthday, just her age. same with the rest of the family. I don't know how old they are unless I really, really think about it. I miss her birthday lunch. My immediate family and My Aunt, Uncle and their clan would all get together. It was always fun, and I haven't been since 1999. :(
But I am planning our trip in Jan around my other sister's birthday. I guess I should get on that since it's just a month away. We both need to put in for time off. And since James only gets one week of vacation I need to figure out how we can go now and in August. I think I'll go work on that, and then finish the search.
Can you all say a little prayer that I find it before Christmas morning? Thanks.
Tomorrow is my sister's birthday. Hmmm how old is she? 24+5 = OMG she's 29. I stopped counting long ago. Probably from the time I moved away. It's not that I ever forget her birthday, just her age. same with the rest of the family. I don't know how old they are unless I really, really think about it. I miss her birthday lunch. My immediate family and My Aunt, Uncle and their clan would all get together. It was always fun, and I haven't been since 1999. :(
But I am planning our trip in Jan around my other sister's birthday. I guess I should get on that since it's just a month away. We both need to put in for time off. And since James only gets one week of vacation I need to figure out how we can go now and in August. I think I'll go work on that, and then finish the search.
Can you all say a little prayer that I find it before Christmas morning? Thanks.
What a day
I can't find my battery charger anywhere. And now I am pretty mad at myself for getting the damn camera in the first place. It doesn't take better pictures then the other one, so maybe it's me. And I can't find the charger. The regular batteries are not strong enough, which is weird to me but oh well. I don't really want to spend the money on another charger. I haven't seen it since we went to NC so it could be anywhere.
All my christmas shopping is done and wrapped. James has a few things he needs to pick up. He is off tomorrow and sunday so it will be a late night of putting a bike together. He picked up the karate stuff and made it to work on time, and only 15 minutes of the conference call was directed to him. He was irritate because he has to go in two hours early for it.
I tried to do the crayon quiz ( I am Los Angelos Air Brown ) but the tags were messed up and I couldn't figure out what needed to be fixed, since I am NOT a code queen.
OHHHHHH here's a plus of working at Joann that they never mentioned. I get one free class per quarter. I signed up for Crochet. I really wanted to take the sewing classes but they are still on Monday nights and that is the only night James HAS to close. I would gladly stay past my 90 days just for this benefit. I don't know if they'll need me. A lot of people are quitting but my availability won't change. Who knows. I probably had a better chance before I called out today. But then again my cashier supervisor has called out 3 times in a month and they don't seem to care.
I'm starving. I think I will have some ramen noodles. mmmmm
All my christmas shopping is done and wrapped. James has a few things he needs to pick up. He is off tomorrow and sunday so it will be a late night of putting a bike together. He picked up the karate stuff and made it to work on time, and only 15 minutes of the conference call was directed to him. He was irritate because he has to go in two hours early for it.
I tried to do the crayon quiz ( I am Los Angelos Air Brown ) but the tags were messed up and I couldn't figure out what needed to be fixed, since I am NOT a code queen.
OHHHHHH here's a plus of working at Joann that they never mentioned. I get one free class per quarter. I signed up for Crochet. I really wanted to take the sewing classes but they are still on Monday nights and that is the only night James HAS to close. I would gladly stay past my 90 days just for this benefit. I don't know if they'll need me. A lot of people are quitting but my availability won't change. Who knows. I probably had a better chance before I called out today. But then again my cashier supervisor has called out 3 times in a month and they don't seem to care.
I'm starving. I think I will have some ramen noodles. mmmmm
Thursday, December 22, 2005
Oopsie
James works dayshift tomorrow. And school is actually closed for Little James. I told him I needed him to close tomorrow, but I didn't reiterate it on the list I gave, so it's my fault for not double checking w/ him.
I had to call out. I may be a lot of things but I am not the type that calls out, even when it's just a seasonal 3 hr a day job. I think it bothered me more then it bothered the manager I spoke with, but she said they'd be fine. At least I called tonight instead of tomorrow morning.
So I guess I will be hanging out with James and doing his schoolwork myself.
James woke me up from a nap and it took me a good ten minutes to shake it off and understand what he was saying. I guess I should start dinner now.
I had to call out. I may be a lot of things but I am not the type that calls out, even when it's just a seasonal 3 hr a day job. I think it bothered me more then it bothered the manager I spoke with, but she said they'd be fine. At least I called tonight instead of tomorrow morning.
So I guess I will be hanging out with James and doing his schoolwork myself.
James woke me up from a nap and it took me a good ten minutes to shake it off and understand what he was saying. I guess I should start dinner now.
3 days til christmas!
YAY! Too bad I know what all my gifts are. James left a package in the trunk. I didn't look in the bag but it was visible through it. I don't know why stores use white or clear plastic bags this time of year. And then my other gifts are pretty obvious too. I guess I will have to fake surprise.
James had a conference call at 2pm, but he needed to pick up the stuff from karate. I am hoping it didn't make him late. (of course he wouldn't let that happen) I offered to drive him to work and pick it up myself but he said he'd take care of it. Since it's only 1 mile from the restaurant he could always go after the call.
Little James is out of school until Jan 3. Unless I want to pay $100 per week (I'm not) James is working nights so he can stay home with him. I have to get some schoolwork together for LJ to do.
I left my coat at work for the second day in a row! It's only bad because it's FREEZING (really) in the morning. By the time I get off it's 50 or so and I don't remember it. I'll have to write it on my hand tomorrow.
How boring am I right now? I know I had something good to say but it left me for now!
James had a conference call at 2pm, but he needed to pick up the stuff from karate. I am hoping it didn't make him late. (of course he wouldn't let that happen) I offered to drive him to work and pick it up myself but he said he'd take care of it. Since it's only 1 mile from the restaurant he could always go after the call.
Little James is out of school until Jan 3. Unless I want to pay $100 per week (I'm not) James is working nights so he can stay home with him. I have to get some schoolwork together for LJ to do.
I left my coat at work for the second day in a row! It's only bad because it's FREEZING (really) in the morning. By the time I get off it's 50 or so and I don't remember it. I'll have to write it on my hand tomorrow.
How boring am I right now? I know I had something good to say but it left me for now!
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
Don't have any time to write
But I added a few photos of graduation at
http://spaces.msn.com/members/the-dawson-3
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Tuesday, December 20, 2005
Shoot
I just realized that I was going to make brownies for James' Karate instructors. Thinking today was the last day we would see them before Christmas I hurried them into the oven. BUT today is Tuesday. Today is graduation but he still has class tomorrow. I'm such a dunce. But at least I won't rush the cooling process. They only take 30 minutes in the oven so I'll just let them cool and package them for tomorrow.
I've got everything ready. The camera and his pressed uniform are ready by the front door.
I got our Christmas box from my sister, but I haven't picked it up from the office yet. Just as well, this way I am not tempted to peak or shake. And hopefully I can control myself until Christmas.
I have found the 2nd thing to hate about James' new job. (1 being the vacation) They aren't doing a christmas party, not even dinner. Instead the GM took his vacation and went out of town. Even though they aren't supposed to take time off during a holiday, and that's why we aren't in Ohio right now. Bastard!!! I am still planning to go in January. I still have to get with dad, but so far that's the plan. I would love to be able to go the first week. The twin's are having their b-day (4) party and M said "James is gonna be at my party" Makes us all sad that the cousins can't be together. But D is having the party on their actual birthday, which is the 3rd. No good for requesting time off now. So I think we will surprise my other sister (A) for her b-day on the 21st.
Work was hell today. We only had two scheduled cashiers, so I had to keep calling stockers for backup. I new I would get stuck come 12:30. They always put me on the main register, so it's hard to get away. Today there was no one to jump in for me. I apologized but it was already 20 til. They understood and let me go. As I was leaving the girl that was supposed to relieve me was coming back from lunch, a few minutes late and very slow!
James had a better day, but still wanted to throw a fit for me. Gosh I hate that crap!
Time to check my brownies and I'll be leaving soon. I finally have the chance to go to World Market without it being totally out of the way.
*update* 3:11 pm/ Well hell. The damn things are done and I have an hour to spare. Maybe they will be cool enough to put in the tin by the time I leave.
*another update* If you ever see me in red at diarylandd, it's just because I am trying to keep the account current.
I've got everything ready. The camera and his pressed uniform are ready by the front door.
I got our Christmas box from my sister, but I haven't picked it up from the office yet. Just as well, this way I am not tempted to peak or shake. And hopefully I can control myself until Christmas.
I have found the 2nd thing to hate about James' new job. (1 being the vacation) They aren't doing a christmas party, not even dinner. Instead the GM took his vacation and went out of town. Even though they aren't supposed to take time off during a holiday, and that's why we aren't in Ohio right now. Bastard!!! I am still planning to go in January. I still have to get with dad, but so far that's the plan. I would love to be able to go the first week. The twin's are having their b-day (4) party and M said "James is gonna be at my party" Makes us all sad that the cousins can't be together. But D is having the party on their actual birthday, which is the 3rd. No good for requesting time off now. So I think we will surprise my other sister (A) for her b-day on the 21st.
Work was hell today. We only had two scheduled cashiers, so I had to keep calling stockers for backup. I new I would get stuck come 12:30. They always put me on the main register, so it's hard to get away. Today there was no one to jump in for me. I apologized but it was already 20 til. They understood and let me go. As I was leaving the girl that was supposed to relieve me was coming back from lunch, a few minutes late and very slow!
James had a better day, but still wanted to throw a fit for me. Gosh I hate that crap!
Time to check my brownies and I'll be leaving soon. I finally have the chance to go to World Market without it being totally out of the way.
*update* 3:11 pm/ Well hell. The damn things are done and I have an hour to spare. Maybe they will be cool enough to put in the tin by the time I leave.
*another update* If you ever see me in red at diarylandd, it's just because I am trying to keep the account current.
Monday, December 19, 2005
Anybody got any beano?
I was craving a snack and instead ate a whole head of broccoli. Why I had to eat the whole thing is beyond me, but it was sooo good. I am sure James won't appreciate it later!
Now I am craving hot chocolate. What's up with the cravings? Am I lacking some vital nutrient?
James went to bed at 8pm, but is still flipping around in his bed. I am hoping for a better day tomorrow. Maybe more paying attention in class. I know everyone has a bad day but it's one thing to say fall asleep, but to not follow directions? Doesn't make for a happy Mama.
He did well with the no tv punishment. He only asked to turn it on 5 times. I turned mine off as well, so he didn't feel the need to sit on my face while sneaking some tv time in. I did let him play a game on the computer, but it was counting.
All my favorite shows have been repeats but tonight is a "new" CSI Miami. I'll ask again for those of you who might watch. What happened to Delco and the drug charge? Am I gonna have to look it up online?
I cleaned really well today. Vaccumed and everything. James will be so happy! And I think I am ovulating which is great because James was in the mood (I never am) the last few nights. Let's hope it worked this time!
I have got to scrounge up a hot beverage. Nothing is gonna cure the craving, but maybe some tea will help.
Now I am craving hot chocolate. What's up with the cravings? Am I lacking some vital nutrient?
James went to bed at 8pm, but is still flipping around in his bed. I am hoping for a better day tomorrow. Maybe more paying attention in class. I know everyone has a bad day but it's one thing to say fall asleep, but to not follow directions? Doesn't make for a happy Mama.
He did well with the no tv punishment. He only asked to turn it on 5 times. I turned mine off as well, so he didn't feel the need to sit on my face while sneaking some tv time in. I did let him play a game on the computer, but it was counting.
All my favorite shows have been repeats but tonight is a "new" CSI Miami. I'll ask again for those of you who might watch. What happened to Delco and the drug charge? Am I gonna have to look it up online?
I cleaned really well today. Vaccumed and everything. James will be so happy! And I think I am ovulating which is great because James was in the mood (I never am) the last few nights. Let's hope it worked this time!
I have got to scrounge up a hot beverage. Nothing is gonna cure the craving, but maybe some tea will help.
Just because it's on sale
Doesn't mean I have to buy it. All the Christmas stuff is 70% plus my extra 15%. I wanted a lot, but ended up with 3 rolls of wrapping paper for $1 each. Awesome! I am gonna wait until after christmas when it'll go to 90% off. The selection may not be great but I'm willing to pick through it.
James doesn't have Karate today because they are doing Graduation at 6pm (tommorow too, which is when he graduates.) He hasn't gone since wednesday and could probably use the practice.
He didn't listen to well at school this morning so he's not allowed to watch TV today. Oh my he's driving me crazy.
I'm going to take a nap and so is he!
James doesn't have Karate today because they are doing Graduation at 6pm (tommorow too, which is when he graduates.) He hasn't gone since wednesday and could probably use the practice.
He didn't listen to well at school this morning so he's not allowed to watch TV today. Oh my he's driving me crazy.
I'm going to take a nap and so is he!
Sunday, December 18, 2005
Crap, it's total crap
Both shows were repeats. I hate that.
So I cleaned my kitchen, even the counters (i usually don't get around to them and it pisses James off ) and I did two more loads of laundry.
Little James woke up around ten to go to the bathroom and tell me something. But he forgot what. I think he was still asleep. I carried him back to his bed and I haven't heard a peep.
I guess I could go to bed now that my sunday has been ruined by re-runs.
So I cleaned my kitchen, even the counters (i usually don't get around to them and it pisses James off ) and I did two more loads of laundry.
Little James woke up around ten to go to the bathroom and tell me something. But he forgot what. I think he was still asleep. I carried him back to his bed and I haven't heard a peep.
I guess I could go to bed now that my sunday has been ruined by re-runs.
It's time to start anew
I won't be using diaryland anymore. I don't like that you have to log in if you want to comment. And both of the sites I use do that. My "spaces" account will strictly be family updates and photos, and some of it will probably be repeated here. So I'll let you know when I post photo's over there.
It's been a boring day here. James Jr has been driving me crazy. He wouldn't take a nap today so he was really wound up. Besides that he wanted to eat every 30 minutes and he was being really loud. I told him time after time to quiet down, but it didn't work. I gave him dinner, a bath and put him in bed at 7pm. He fell asleep immediately.
I felt like crap this afternoon, probably the weather, and I really could have used a nap. Now that I have some quiet time I don't want to sleep, lest I miss Desperate Housewives (better not be a repeat) and Grey's Anatomy. Jamie's right I need a DVR. I looked into it and through cable it would cost about $100, since I would have to upgrade to digital, we'd be looking at a $150 and I refuse to pay that much.
I did some laundry and two loads of dishes. (what I thought I washed last night and today's load) The house is still a mess but I am making progress. I spent about an hour in James' room and you can finally see the floor. I am going to have to get better about making him pick up his toys. There is no reason he can't put something away before he gets a new toy out.
It's sooo quiet and I love it. I think I might have a cup of tea and listen to the classical station for until 9. Since no one else (James Sr) appreciates it. I may not know who's performing but at least I enjoy listening to it.
We got some "Cookies &" twix and snickers and I am addicted. I actually bought them for the karate party but only one box got opened so I took the rest home, no need to leave it for other's to take home. I sooo should have left them. It looks like I might eat the whole box of snickers. I am about to try the twix one. It says peanut butter so I don't know that I will like it as much as the other.
I'm heading over to Diaryland to put up a link.
It's been a boring day here. James Jr has been driving me crazy. He wouldn't take a nap today so he was really wound up. Besides that he wanted to eat every 30 minutes and he was being really loud. I told him time after time to quiet down, but it didn't work. I gave him dinner, a bath and put him in bed at 7pm. He fell asleep immediately.
I felt like crap this afternoon, probably the weather, and I really could have used a nap. Now that I have some quiet time I don't want to sleep, lest I miss Desperate Housewives (better not be a repeat) and Grey's Anatomy. Jamie's right I need a DVR. I looked into it and through cable it would cost about $100, since I would have to upgrade to digital, we'd be looking at a $150 and I refuse to pay that much.
I did some laundry and two loads of dishes. (what I thought I washed last night and today's load) The house is still a mess but I am making progress. I spent about an hour in James' room and you can finally see the floor. I am going to have to get better about making him pick up his toys. There is no reason he can't put something away before he gets a new toy out.
It's sooo quiet and I love it. I think I might have a cup of tea and listen to the classical station for until 9. Since no one else (James Sr) appreciates it. I may not know who's performing but at least I enjoy listening to it.
We got some "Cookies &" twix and snickers and I am addicted. I actually bought them for the karate party but only one box got opened so I took the rest home, no need to leave it for other's to take home. I sooo should have left them. It looks like I might eat the whole box of snickers. I am about to try the twix one. It says peanut butter so I don't know that I will like it as much as the other.
I'm heading over to Diaryland to put up a link.
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