I am redoing J's bedroom in a "Car's," the movie, theme.
Hob Lob has really cute material. It all started with a small lap quilt (that's what they called it) that I made J to use at school. I thought it would be really cute to make him new curtains, since he has the car bed and all. Then he asked me for a regular blanket to use at home. I figured it out and it will only cost me $35 to make the blanket, curtains, and some pillows. That's less then one of the store brand comforters cost. The Disney store is selling there Car's bedding for $100 and up (sick!)
I am excited to start on it. I think it'll be so cute in his room. And since he already has red curtains (from spider-man) I only have to make two Car's panels (instead of 4)
Back to my sewing now. I am making one of the lap quilts for BF's son. He has to get something new, since I am sure he'll be a little jealous of the baby.
Sunday, June 25, 2006
My BF had her daughter yesterday morning. Mom and daughter are doing just fine (sigh of relief) She has not named her yet but is leaning toward Isabella, which I LOVE Although we knew she was gonna be early we both thought she would go into labor next week, so I still have the box of goodies sitting here. I am pretty sure that they can get to Orlando in the next two days and I know that she does have enough stuff to get buy. Her aunt bought her the pack 'n' play she needed and her mom bought her "layette." She took a car seat safety class and they gave her a seat for only $20. Somehow the girl scraped by and got what she needed. I am making her diaper tote #2 and it's gonna be so cute. It's purple quilted brocade with gold and lavender butterfly's. It's hard getting the outer pockets on perfectly so I am going to rip it one more time. The other bag is just as cute and in the box ready to go. I really hope she likes it. I also went through my bin of baby stuff and found some sleepers to send along with the new ones.
I go through J's baby bin annually and try to weed out the stuff I really don't need. I figured I can always buy new sleepers, no sense holding onto them until who knows when. But I think I have gotten rid of all I will. Most of the clothes now are the expensive or really cute outfits that I just can't give up.
I go tomorrow to have my progesterone levels checked. And then comes the dreaded HSG. I am going to inquire about evening hours, since it will be at an outpatient center. If I could get an appointment around 4pm I think I could swing it at work.
In other news:
I talked to my other BF (from Jr high) for three hours last night. I have been friends with her for 15 years, gosh how crazy that sounds. But we drifted apart in high school, different social settings. I haven't talked to her in about 4 years. She saw my mom at the grocery store and gave mom her phone number. It was really nice being able to talk to someone who remembers the fun we had. It's easier than trying to tell someone who has no idea and really doesn't really care.
We were amazed at the time that has passed and how everyone has grown up. Her son will be in third grade and she has a two year old daughter. She couldn't believe my nephew will be 13 (none of us can) or that little J will be five already. Time really flies and it's scary to look back on. We don't feel old it's just sad when you begin to realize you'll never get those years back.
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It's time for my weekly cleaning and I am not looking forward to it. At least the laundry's not so bad this week.
I go through J's baby bin annually and try to weed out the stuff I really don't need. I figured I can always buy new sleepers, no sense holding onto them until who knows when. But I think I have gotten rid of all I will. Most of the clothes now are the expensive or really cute outfits that I just can't give up.
I go tomorrow to have my progesterone levels checked. And then comes the dreaded HSG. I am going to inquire about evening hours, since it will be at an outpatient center. If I could get an appointment around 4pm I think I could swing it at work.
In other news:
I talked to my other BF (from Jr high) for three hours last night. I have been friends with her for 15 years, gosh how crazy that sounds. But we drifted apart in high school, different social settings. I haven't talked to her in about 4 years. She saw my mom at the grocery store and gave mom her phone number. It was really nice being able to talk to someone who remembers the fun we had. It's easier than trying to tell someone who has no idea and really doesn't really care.
We were amazed at the time that has passed and how everyone has grown up. Her son will be in third grade and she has a two year old daughter. She couldn't believe my nephew will be 13 (none of us can) or that little J will be five already. Time really flies and it's scary to look back on. We don't feel old it's just sad when you begin to realize you'll never get those years back.
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It's time for my weekly cleaning and I am not looking forward to it. At least the laundry's not so bad this week.
Friday, June 23, 2006
*smacking forehead with palm*
I really wish J would use spell check and let me read before he sends an email. He sent an email to someone important and the word "forward" and "candidate" were spelled wrong. DAMN DAMN DAMN. I hope the woman isn't as anal as I am about stuff like that.
Sunday, June 18, 2006
ohhh. Black belt testing
Black Belt Testing was yesterday. Chief Master Clark and GRAND Master Lee were there. Grand Master has never been, so it was a BIG deal.
They gave everyone a poster to have autographed and of course their belts. We didn't stay the full three hours, but did wait to meet them and then watched some of the testing.
They gave everyone a poster to have autographed and of course their belts. We didn't stay the full three hours, but did wait to meet them and then watched some of the testing.
Double damn
Something always blows my good streak.
My fish died. Now I know it's just a fish but I was very attached to him. We've had him for almost 4 years so it was just old age(in fish years). I guess we would have been quite a sight if you had seen little J and I crying by the fish tank. Big J laughed at me, "since it's just a fish." He also told me to go buy a new one. Ummm hello non-replaceable...... We're burying him at sea (the pond) this afternoon.
Also I have not yet ovulated and I should be. Which can be bad or GREAT. I am gonna lean towards great and keep my fingers crossed that my period won't come either.
But here's back to my good streak. I had to buy tires a few months ago and they ended up being crap and the dealership didn't care. So I had to buy new again. Talk about pissed. Anyway. I called my dad to ask him what kind of tire to buy. J says I can't do anything without calling my dad, but in truth I had tried to call him 4 times with the same question. When my dad didn't answer I called a family friend. He didn't answer either so I made the decision on my own. I had seen an add for Firestone. 4 tires for $100. I didn't know if I should get cheap one's again. I even pulled the tires up on line and they seemed ok, but I couldn't find anyone to consult with. My dad called me back while I was purchasing the $300 tires and offered to pay. WHY WOULD I SAY NO. James thinks I did it on purpose (sub-consciencely to get dad to pay) but I had my debit card ready to swipe. I DID NOT think dad would offer to pay. I mean it was $300. I could have seen him paying for the $100 ones. So that's the good. Dad paid for my tires. And even if I try to pay him back he won't cash my checks.
Now I have to go grocery shopping and I SO don't want to.
(and blogger spell check did not recognize "ovulated")
My fish died. Now I know it's just a fish but I was very attached to him. We've had him for almost 4 years so it was just old age(in fish years). I guess we would have been quite a sight if you had seen little J and I crying by the fish tank. Big J laughed at me, "since it's just a fish." He also told me to go buy a new one. Ummm hello non-replaceable...... We're burying him at sea (the pond) this afternoon.
Also I have not yet ovulated and I should be. Which can be bad or GREAT. I am gonna lean towards great and keep my fingers crossed that my period won't come either.
But here's back to my good streak. I had to buy tires a few months ago and they ended up being crap and the dealership didn't care. So I had to buy new again. Talk about pissed. Anyway. I called my dad to ask him what kind of tire to buy. J says I can't do anything without calling my dad, but in truth I had tried to call him 4 times with the same question. When my dad didn't answer I called a family friend. He didn't answer either so I made the decision on my own. I had seen an add for Firestone. 4 tires for $100. I didn't know if I should get cheap one's again. I even pulled the tires up on line and they seemed ok, but I couldn't find anyone to consult with. My dad called me back while I was purchasing the $300 tires and offered to pay. WHY WOULD I SAY NO. James thinks I did it on purpose (sub-consciencely to get dad to pay) but I had my debit card ready to swipe. I DID NOT think dad would offer to pay. I mean it was $300. I could have seen him paying for the $100 ones. So that's the good. Dad paid for my tires. And even if I try to pay him back he won't cash my checks.
Now I have to go grocery shopping and I SO don't want to.
(and blogger spell check did not recognize "ovulated")
Friday, June 16, 2006
The good, the bad, and the annoying
GOOD: I HAVE LOST TEN POUNDS! and J's pay and bonus are in the bank. Thank goodness for that. J took little to school without my asking, which gives me an extra 30 minutes (that I am wasting)
BAD: none so far
THE ANNOYING: I had to pay $30 for my Dr. visit. They do this every time I go and then in two weeks I'll get a $10 refund check. It's not their fault, insurance all the way...... Also it was just a consultation. Had I known that I would have re-scheduled for a week when I could afford it.
So anyway. The dr's visit went well. She said because my first set of labs came back ok (way back in April) that I don't have to do them again. After I ovulate this month I will go in to have my progestrone levels checked and then schedule the HSG. Hopefully all within the same week or so, since both need to be done after ovulation but before my period starts. J at the same time has to have his tests done and he is none too thrilled (I'm not thrilled about mine either) but he is not against it or anything. Sometimes I wonder about him. We had previously said we wouldn't use fertility drugs because I don't want the chance of a multiples (he agreed at the time) The Dr. said if everything is ok drugs are our next step. J said "twins would be nice" WTH???? When did that change. I am still wary of the drugs.
And now I better run. I always bullshit when I have extra time and end up being late.....
BAD: none so far
THE ANNOYING: I had to pay $30 for my Dr. visit. They do this every time I go and then in two weeks I'll get a $10 refund check. It's not their fault, insurance all the way...... Also it was just a consultation. Had I known that I would have re-scheduled for a week when I could afford it.
So anyway. The dr's visit went well. She said because my first set of labs came back ok (way back in April) that I don't have to do them again. After I ovulate this month I will go in to have my progestrone levels checked and then schedule the HSG. Hopefully all within the same week or so, since both need to be done after ovulation but before my period starts. J at the same time has to have his tests done and he is none too thrilled (I'm not thrilled about mine either) but he is not against it or anything. Sometimes I wonder about him. We had previously said we wouldn't use fertility drugs because I don't want the chance of a multiples (he agreed at the time) The Dr. said if everything is ok drugs are our next step. J said "twins would be nice" WTH???? When did that change. I am still wary of the drugs.
And now I better run. I always bullshit when I have extra time and end up being late.....
Monday, June 12, 2006
My car, I swear
The check engine light was on AGAIN. This time the fuel cap was the culprit. Every time it comes on it is something to do with the fuel system. We have had the sensor replaced 3 times. Also my rotors were warped and something was broken or missing on the tail pipe.
It's all under warranty but still a big pain. Luckily we have two cars now. J took mine to the dealership and then brought me lunch and switched out cars (god forbid he drive the kia anymore)
So that's my big news..... lol
I have a dr's appt on Wednesday. It's just a follow up visit. With my new job it's going to be really hard scheduling the HSG test. I am too new to get PTO or real consideration when it comes to exceptions. I thought I could schedule it for a late Friday afternoon but that's not going to get ok'd. I really don't want to delve into my issues with my manager but if I have too I have too. I really don't know what to do about the test. I have heard it is pretty damn painful. The only time I can schedule it is midweek and work as usual. Oh why can't I just be normal..........
I am not sure what is going to happen at this visit, but I am thinking of switching dr's. I am tired of trying with no results. I was completely regular until November and there has to be some reason why that changed, in addition to not getting pregnant.
I'm tired. I think it'll be an early night. We've already had dinner. Leftover meatloaf and mashed potatoes. It was yummy.
It's all under warranty but still a big pain. Luckily we have two cars now. J took mine to the dealership and then brought me lunch and switched out cars (god forbid he drive the kia anymore)
So that's my big news..... lol
I have a dr's appt on Wednesday. It's just a follow up visit. With my new job it's going to be really hard scheduling the HSG test. I am too new to get PTO or real consideration when it comes to exceptions. I thought I could schedule it for a late Friday afternoon but that's not going to get ok'd. I really don't want to delve into my issues with my manager but if I have too I have too. I really don't know what to do about the test. I have heard it is pretty damn painful. The only time I can schedule it is midweek and work as usual. Oh why can't I just be normal..........
I am not sure what is going to happen at this visit, but I am thinking of switching dr's. I am tired of trying with no results. I was completely regular until November and there has to be some reason why that changed, in addition to not getting pregnant.
I'm tired. I think it'll be an early night. We've already had dinner. Leftover meatloaf and mashed potatoes. It was yummy.
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Life's a whirlwind
But there's no drama. Things are going really well. (about time!)
Well except that we have no money. Literally. Not even the $30 till payday like it used to be. Here's how it happened. The payday before last the company that does their payroll was all screwed up and J did not get paid. Corporate advanced him some money (we didn't need the WHOLE check advanced) until his direct deposit went through. The repayment was supposed to be deducted from his bonus check this payday. Well he didn't get a bonus check because the direct deposit is still messed up but corporate was quick to take the loan out of his regular pay. It still wouldn't have been this bad if J had paid attention to his spending. I do all the bills and such and I told him we would be fine. I meant it as fine for bills but no extra spending. He thought just "fine." I checked our account balance the other day and we had enough for the rent that hadn't cleared and one small bill. But we still had two weeks of daycare to pay and we needed to live for seven days. I was horrified and totally blamed myself. (on phone with J) "I don't know how this happened, obviously I spent too much without realizing it." He says nothing, is just pissed. Luckily we had our credit card to pull from. As much as I hate paying the "cash advance" interest that's better then a payday loan company or OD charges from the bank. And we didn't have to take much really. Anyway I got back to work and looked at our account. IT WASN'T ME!!!! J had taken $120 out of the atm over the last few days. We would have been FINE if he hadn't done that. So now I'm not spending any money since we don't have any. And through it all, after I told him how much we needed for the bills and such he goes and takes out another $20 last night. DUMB FUCKING BASTARD. He just doesn't get it. He sees a balance but never stops to think, "wait Bon said we had NO extra money, maybe a bill hasn't cleared yet."
But that's the ONLY drama. I'm not being bitchy about it, just smug. Like "yeah, it's not just ME that wastes money around here."
Once we get his bonus check and get back on track next payday all will be well and his ass is getting a cash allowance and no debit card access.
Little J is going to "run with the black belts" today. It's a beautiful day out. I was gonna take him to see Cars, but of course the money situation. I'm going to take him weekend after next, since we have a Karate event next Saturday as well.
Work is going well, but the branch is short handed. This week I got an hour of actual overtime. I only get paid for 38 but I have been working 40 or more. I get paid for the 2 hours the following pay check (we're paid up to date. If we work less then 38 or more, it gets added or deducted from the following pay period) I believe they have filled both positions so we'll be fully staffed next month.
I guess I better wake J. I made him take a nap so he wouldn't have a melt down.......
Well except that we have no money. Literally. Not even the $30 till payday like it used to be. Here's how it happened. The payday before last the company that does their payroll was all screwed up and J did not get paid. Corporate advanced him some money (we didn't need the WHOLE check advanced) until his direct deposit went through. The repayment was supposed to be deducted from his bonus check this payday. Well he didn't get a bonus check because the direct deposit is still messed up but corporate was quick to take the loan out of his regular pay. It still wouldn't have been this bad if J had paid attention to his spending. I do all the bills and such and I told him we would be fine. I meant it as fine for bills but no extra spending. He thought just "fine." I checked our account balance the other day and we had enough for the rent that hadn't cleared and one small bill. But we still had two weeks of daycare to pay and we needed to live for seven days. I was horrified and totally blamed myself. (on phone with J) "I don't know how this happened, obviously I spent too much without realizing it." He says nothing, is just pissed. Luckily we had our credit card to pull from. As much as I hate paying the "cash advance" interest that's better then a payday loan company or OD charges from the bank. And we didn't have to take much really. Anyway I got back to work and looked at our account. IT WASN'T ME!!!! J had taken $120 out of the atm over the last few days. We would have been FINE if he hadn't done that. So now I'm not spending any money since we don't have any. And through it all, after I told him how much we needed for the bills and such he goes and takes out another $20 last night. DUMB FUCKING BASTARD. He just doesn't get it. He sees a balance but never stops to think, "wait Bon said we had NO extra money, maybe a bill hasn't cleared yet."
But that's the ONLY drama. I'm not being bitchy about it, just smug. Like "yeah, it's not just ME that wastes money around here."
Once we get his bonus check and get back on track next payday all will be well and his ass is getting a cash allowance and no debit card access.
Little J is going to "run with the black belts" today. It's a beautiful day out. I was gonna take him to see Cars, but of course the money situation. I'm going to take him weekend after next, since we have a Karate event next Saturday as well.
Work is going well, but the branch is short handed. This week I got an hour of actual overtime. I only get paid for 38 but I have been working 40 or more. I get paid for the 2 hours the following pay check (we're paid up to date. If we work less then 38 or more, it gets added or deducted from the following pay period) I believe they have filled both positions so we'll be fully staffed next month.
I guess I better wake J. I made him take a nap so he wouldn't have a melt down.......
Monday, June 05, 2006
I don't think there is anything cuter
then when little kids sing.
I was watching CMT and little crawled into bed with me. I got up and all of a sudden he belted out the chorus to "Jesus Take the Wheel" I almost died. of course unless you were there you probably don't get just how cute it was.
Work is great. Work is easy. Isn't that awesome?
I got invited to a party tomorrow. Gotta love that. Someone actually likes me enough to go out of her way to invite me. ( she's from the branch I trained at )
Talk about a good Monday.
Yesterday was my chore day but I still have a few loads of laundry left. J did a load of dishes and a few loads of laundry. (WOW) He didn't fold or put away but at least he dried.
NOTHING going on. Talk about boring. Work Work Work. But at least I like it.
J went in to do inventory but we took a little nap before he left. I forgot how nice it is to fall asleep all tangled together. It's been a long time. Not that we don't snuggle or anything but we always de-tangle and creep to our "sides" of the bed.
Now it's back to bed for me. J is off so I have to take the little J to school. At least I don't have to be in until 8am.
I was watching CMT and little crawled into bed with me. I got up and all of a sudden he belted out the chorus to "Jesus Take the Wheel" I almost died. of course unless you were there you probably don't get just how cute it was.
Work is great. Work is easy. Isn't that awesome?
I got invited to a party tomorrow. Gotta love that. Someone actually likes me enough to go out of her way to invite me. ( she's from the branch I trained at )
Talk about a good Monday.
Yesterday was my chore day but I still have a few loads of laundry left. J did a load of dishes and a few loads of laundry. (WOW) He didn't fold or put away but at least he dried.
NOTHING going on. Talk about boring. Work Work Work. But at least I like it.
J went in to do inventory but we took a little nap before he left. I forgot how nice it is to fall asleep all tangled together. It's been a long time. Not that we don't snuggle or anything but we always de-tangle and creep to our "sides" of the bed.
Now it's back to bed for me. J is off so I have to take the little J to school. At least I don't have to be in until 8am.
Saturday, June 03, 2006
It's raining, it's pouring, why isn't little J snoring???
We were gonna go to darlene's after karate, but she said it looked like rain over there. My side of town was as sunny as could be but NOT anymore. The clouds and thunder are rolling in and I am so glad that I decided to come home for lunch after Karate, instead of going shopping. I would hate to be stuck in a downpour. Especially since I don't have power locks. I'd get soaked just trying to get the doors unlocked.
We had leftover pizza for lunch and little J is taking a rest.
I am gonna work on some of the things I am making for my BF. I got some basics on clearance at W*l M*rt(name brand too!!!) They didn't have much 0-3 months, but I was able to get a 3 pack of sleep n' play suits and a 3 pack of onesies for $10. I thought that was a pretty good deal since they're usually at least $8. I wanna go to the mall and see if they have any clearance stuff. Last year they had tons but now that I actually need it they haven't put it on sale yet.
OMG it's POURING. J came in and said, "it's raining on my side of the room!!!"
Too funny.
I think I'll get started before the rain makes me sleepy......
We had leftover pizza for lunch and little J is taking a rest.
I am gonna work on some of the things I am making for my BF. I got some basics on clearance at W*l M*rt(name brand too!!!) They didn't have much 0-3 months, but I was able to get a 3 pack of sleep n' play suits and a 3 pack of onesies for $10. I thought that was a pretty good deal since they're usually at least $8. I wanna go to the mall and see if they have any clearance stuff. Last year they had tons but now that I actually need it they haven't put it on sale yet.
OMG it's POURING. J came in and said, "it's raining on my side of the room!!!"
Too funny.
I think I'll get started before the rain makes me sleepy......
Friday, June 02, 2006
You know what I hate?
The fact that I have to get up early just to get little J ready for school on the days that J takes him. And then again why am I ever taking him, since it's completely out of the way.
It really pisses me off that it's just expected. This morning I asked J if he was taking him. His reply "if he's ready" WTF??? Why don't you help him get ready........
I could complain forever about it but I won't.
In other news......
The new branch is just fine. They are BUSY, but the day flies by and I love that. Everyone is just as nice as the last branch, just A LOT less silly. No one talks or laughs much during work hours.
Between work and karate I have been too busy. I don't like it. I hate feeling rushed all the time and especially getting home at 7pm. We scramble for dinner and to get little J in bed by eight. The only time I can really run errands is the weekend and those are my days off. You think J offers to do anything on his days off????
Oh well. Gotta run.
It really pisses me off that it's just expected. This morning I asked J if he was taking him. His reply "if he's ready" WTF??? Why don't you help him get ready........
I could complain forever about it but I won't.
In other news......
The new branch is just fine. They are BUSY, but the day flies by and I love that. Everyone is just as nice as the last branch, just A LOT less silly. No one talks or laughs much during work hours.
Between work and karate I have been too busy. I don't like it. I hate feeling rushed all the time and especially getting home at 7pm. We scramble for dinner and to get little J in bed by eight. The only time I can really run errands is the weekend and those are my days off. You think J offers to do anything on his days off????
Oh well. Gotta run.
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