Well, its been a while, but trust me, there is a GOOD reason why I was missing.
It all started three weeks ago. I suddenly started getting these ridiculous pain attacks in my abdomen area. I went to the hospital on a thursday evening, they sent me home with pain killers. Friday morning, I got the attacks again. Went back to said hospital, they sent me home, again after a dose of morphine. Saturday morning, I had the worse attack yet...I couldn't even make it out of my room. Went back to the emergency room and they decided to keep me. Thank goodness. Turns out, I had a diseased gall bladder. First off, let me be honest and say I didn't fully understand what the gall bladder did at that time, except I wanted it OUT if it was causing me this much pain. So, for the next two days, I was on a NO FOOD DIET. Just kill me now. That is how bad it was. I could not eat anything other than ice chips. It was ridiculous. And its also important to know that a few years ago I started having panick attacks. So, not eating, and being stuck with needles for days on end, was not the ideal situation.
Finally, the Monday, they performed an endoscopy, just to rule out any other issues. One more day of not eating anything (there is a silver lining, I promise)...finally, I had my gall bladder removed via laprascopic surgery. It took a total of 25 min. and I have 4 tiny holes to prove that something was, indeed, done. I was FINALLY allowed to eat a pureed diet after the surgery. Oh joy! But hey, chicken noodle can taste like filet mignon after an experience like that. Anyways, my mom flew up from St. Croix and she was the first person I saw when I opened my eyes on Wednesday morning! I'm convinced she was the reason I recovered quickly. I was released that evening...and spent the following week under a lovely cocktail of painkillers and antibiotics. Worked like a charm.
Came back to work exactly a week ago and I have to say, being out of work for long periods of time is often more catastrophic that the REASON you had to be absent from work, but not this time. My coworkers were so understanding and they covered all of my projects, so that I won't have to play catch up upon my return. I love them. I really do. And, the silver lining is that I lost 8lbs...and considering the fact that the gall bladder was the part of the body that produced bile to process fatty foods...well, its safe to say I won't be eating much fatty foods anymore, and I intend to lose more weight :-)
I also thought about those persons who are unemployed with no health insurance and those who are employed with no paid sick leave or health insurance. I have to say I was comforted that I had paid sick leave and health insurance so that was not an extra worry on my mind. I am forever grateful for that. I couldn't fathom how I would pay for all of this (the hospital stay, procedure, prescriptions) if I did not have insurance...food for thought.
Toodles!
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
I'm not perfect...and neither are you.
So,
As a single mom, I worry a lot about how I'm not able to provide for my son the way I would if I were in a two parent household. I'm not necessarily speaking about finances either. But I would be able to have a little more time to spend with Zavy, if I was not the cook, the maid, the teacher, the coach, the tailor, etc. I do try my best, although my best may only be 3 home cooked meals a week sometimes, and more than 1 hour of TV one night a week. Hey, it happens sometimes.
So, you can imagine I was very pleased to hear some of the other moms at my jobs, weren't so perfect either. One mom confessed that during baseball season, her family eats out 6 out of 7 nights of the week. That's right...MacDonalds, California Pizza Kitchen, KFC, she does them ALL. Phew. I felt guilty allowing Zavy the 1x a week happy meal!
Then, another mom confessed that she was attending a parent conference meeting at her child's school because her child was failing 4 out of 5 classes. WOW! Now, Zavy is only in 1st grade, but he is doing above level in all of his subjects...so at least I am doing something right.
I think the lesson I learned here was that it doesn't matter whether you are in a two parent household or not, as long as you do the best you can. Regardless of the circumstances.
As a single mom, I worry a lot about how I'm not able to provide for my son the way I would if I were in a two parent household. I'm not necessarily speaking about finances either. But I would be able to have a little more time to spend with Zavy, if I was not the cook, the maid, the teacher, the coach, the tailor, etc. I do try my best, although my best may only be 3 home cooked meals a week sometimes, and more than 1 hour of TV one night a week. Hey, it happens sometimes.
So, you can imagine I was very pleased to hear some of the other moms at my jobs, weren't so perfect either. One mom confessed that during baseball season, her family eats out 6 out of 7 nights of the week. That's right...MacDonalds, California Pizza Kitchen, KFC, she does them ALL. Phew. I felt guilty allowing Zavy the 1x a week happy meal!
Then, another mom confessed that she was attending a parent conference meeting at her child's school because her child was failing 4 out of 5 classes. WOW! Now, Zavy is only in 1st grade, but he is doing above level in all of his subjects...so at least I am doing something right.
I think the lesson I learned here was that it doesn't matter whether you are in a two parent household or not, as long as you do the best you can. Regardless of the circumstances.
Monday, October 18, 2010
OMG...
I'm in so much pain. What kind of pain? Well, physical pain. My entire body is aching, but I do not think that I'm sick. I have to say that I have been working out in the gym and not really stretching as much as I should. Perhaps its residual gym pain. Uggh. However, its a great excuse for a visit to the Spa! Indeed. I have to tell you, I was never one to go to the Spa. Massages? Not my thing. Pedicures/Manicures? Local Salons with the Asians. Until, my mom gave me a Spa day after I had my son one Christmas, and OMG! I'm hooked. I had a full body massage and hot stone treatment! WOWZERS!!!! Amazing. Since then, I have been going at least 3 or 4 times a year, but I think I need to go more often, like 12 or 13 times. The last time I went I had a full body massage and reflexology (the latter is a little uncomfortable, but bearable).
OK...Sick son just started crying...gotta go. The blessings of motherhood.
Toodles.
OK...Sick son just started crying...gotta go. The blessings of motherhood.
Toodles.
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Old Maid...
Well,
I have really turned into an Old Maid...I made plans to go out with my girlfriend tonight, however, I am home, again. I don't have my son as he is out of town visiting family with his dad. I got paid yesterday, so money is not an object this time. I just PREFER to actually stay home and watch movies that I have seen before (Step Mom, Where the Heart Is, Wedding Crashers). So, I take it, that yes...I am indeed an old maid. Just like Charlotte in Sex and The City. Except for, I'm 30 years old, so if I choose lifetime over socializing with friends now, imagine what I'll be doing when I am GASP, 35 years old!!!!
Toodles.
I have really turned into an Old Maid...I made plans to go out with my girlfriend tonight, however, I am home, again. I don't have my son as he is out of town visiting family with his dad. I got paid yesterday, so money is not an object this time. I just PREFER to actually stay home and watch movies that I have seen before (Step Mom, Where the Heart Is, Wedding Crashers). So, I take it, that yes...I am indeed an old maid. Just like Charlotte in Sex and The City. Except for, I'm 30 years old, so if I choose lifetime over socializing with friends now, imagine what I'll be doing when I am GASP, 35 years old!!!!
Toodles.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
I think that...
There should be movie category titled Romantic Tragedies...think Romeo and Juliet, Legends of the Fall, and any other movie where the two lead characters who were in love, did not end up together. If my life were played out as a movie, it would be a Romantic Tragedy...thus far. I intend to change that. I've been thinking of what I want to do with my life lately and I know that I want to expand my family. Zavion shouldn't be an only child. Well, in my mind he shouldn't. And I come from a pretty large family, so...well, I guess I better get back out in the field huh?
To be continued...
Toodles.
To be continued...
Toodles.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
By The Way...
My baby lost BOTH of his front teeth and he has picture day on Friday...Life is funny that way, huh :-)
Beauty has a price...about $30.
I'm a minimalist when it comes to make-up. Actually, anything that will add more time to my morning routine is just a no go for me. I have a hard enough time getting the two of us ready and out the door on time...Who in the HELL has to time to wash the face, dry, apply primer, then foundation, then...then...then! No siree.
But, things have changed. I am single...and yes, on the market so to speak, so now, more than ever, I need to pay attention to my appearance. I mean, what good is inner beauty if I can't attract them with "outer" beauty, right? So, here is my make-up routine that I can do daily in about five minutes or less and this actually works. I get compliments. From men and women! And, my biggest critic of all, my Zavy.
1) St. Ives Apricot Scrub- I uses this at least 2x a week to wash away all impurities. Well, maybe not all. But it does make my skin look and feel good.
2) Tinted Moisturizer- This is great because I don't use foundation. I use Mary Kay's tinted moisturizer with spf 15. So, I'm protected and I get just the right amount of tint that actually hides whatever blemishes I may have! BRILLIANT! I swear by this. Almost every make-up brand has a tinted moisturizer. BUY IT.
3) Maybeline Triple lash mascara. This is pretty self explanatory. Makes your lashes look lush :-)
4) E.L.F. Bronzer- Bronzers give your skin a lift. They provide a little glow and can make you look like you've got a nice little tan. It's a great investment that only costs $1! How about that???
5) Lip Gloss- I prefer gloss to matte lipstick. I use cover girl lip glosses in a few different shades, depending on whatever mood I'm in.
With those five products, I really have a well put together look. It's not MAC or Bobbi Brown, but they work just as well. And, if I have learned anything in the past six years since being a mom, is STICK WITH WHAT WORKS!!!
Toodles!
But, things have changed. I am single...and yes, on the market so to speak, so now, more than ever, I need to pay attention to my appearance. I mean, what good is inner beauty if I can't attract them with "outer" beauty, right? So, here is my make-up routine that I can do daily in about five minutes or less and this actually works. I get compliments. From men and women! And, my biggest critic of all, my Zavy.
1) St. Ives Apricot Scrub- I uses this at least 2x a week to wash away all impurities. Well, maybe not all. But it does make my skin look and feel good.
2) Tinted Moisturizer- This is great because I don't use foundation. I use Mary Kay's tinted moisturizer with spf 15. So, I'm protected and I get just the right amount of tint that actually hides whatever blemishes I may have! BRILLIANT! I swear by this. Almost every make-up brand has a tinted moisturizer. BUY IT.
3) Maybeline Triple lash mascara. This is pretty self explanatory. Makes your lashes look lush :-)
4) E.L.F. Bronzer- Bronzers give your skin a lift. They provide a little glow and can make you look like you've got a nice little tan. It's a great investment that only costs $1! How about that???
5) Lip Gloss- I prefer gloss to matte lipstick. I use cover girl lip glosses in a few different shades, depending on whatever mood I'm in.
With those five products, I really have a well put together look. It's not MAC or Bobbi Brown, but they work just as well. And, if I have learned anything in the past six years since being a mom, is STICK WITH WHAT WORKS!!!
Toodles!
Monday, October 4, 2010
Splendor in the Grass...indeed!
Ok, so this weekend I did much of...nothing, actually. I went to lunch with my cousins for their birthdays and went to Borders and consequently read a book I intended on purchasing. The book, Trump Card by Ivanka Trump, was ok. Let's just say I'm glad I did not purchase it. I need the money. Ivanka Trump doesnt. I was also going to see a movie, which I decided against at the very last minute. I just wanted to go home.
So, from Saturday evening through Sunday night, I laid on my couch and watched Television. Un-interrupted. A HUGE luxury. Yes, when you are a parent, little things like watching a full hour of tv in peace and quiet goes a long way, so imagine a full DAY AND A HALF of tv watching! I hit the jackpot! Any way, one of the movies I saw was Splendor in the Grass starring a young and very very very very handsome Warren Beatty and a very beautiful, naive and sometimes annoying Natalie Wood. Had those two married in real life, they would have made a very Gorgeous Couple. This movie was about a girl who had fallen deeply in love with a boy, but because she was brought up as a proper girl, couldn't give into the boy's desires, and as luck would have it, he fulfilled those desires elsewhere ( unproper girls) and the girl went crazy. She did. She actually ended up in a mental instutition for two years.
The movie was good, but there was one part in particular that I loved...the part in the classroom where Deanie, the lovestruck girl, was in class and forced to read a poem out loud. She couldn't even finish it because her poor heart was broken. But, in the end, Deanie would realize the importance of the poem. And appreciate it.
The poem was written by William Wordsworth, entitled, Ode: Intimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early Childhood, 175-186
"What though the radiance which was once so bright
Be now for ever taken from my sight,
Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower;
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind"
In the end, Deanie did find her strength...here's to hoping the rest of us lovestruck fools find ours.
Toodles.
So, from Saturday evening through Sunday night, I laid on my couch and watched Television. Un-interrupted. A HUGE luxury. Yes, when you are a parent, little things like watching a full hour of tv in peace and quiet goes a long way, so imagine a full DAY AND A HALF of tv watching! I hit the jackpot! Any way, one of the movies I saw was Splendor in the Grass starring a young and very very very very handsome Warren Beatty and a very beautiful, naive and sometimes annoying Natalie Wood. Had those two married in real life, they would have made a very Gorgeous Couple. This movie was about a girl who had fallen deeply in love with a boy, but because she was brought up as a proper girl, couldn't give into the boy's desires, and as luck would have it, he fulfilled those desires elsewhere ( unproper girls) and the girl went crazy. She did. She actually ended up in a mental instutition for two years.
The movie was good, but there was one part in particular that I loved...the part in the classroom where Deanie, the lovestruck girl, was in class and forced to read a poem out loud. She couldn't even finish it because her poor heart was broken. But, in the end, Deanie would realize the importance of the poem. And appreciate it.
The poem was written by William Wordsworth, entitled, Ode: Intimations of Immortality from Recollections of Early Childhood, 175-186
"What though the radiance which was once so bright
Be now for ever taken from my sight,
Though nothing can bring back the hour
Of splendour in the grass, of glory in the flower;
We will grieve not, rather find
Strength in what remains behind"
In the end, Deanie did find her strength...here's to hoping the rest of us lovestruck fools find ours.
Toodles.
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Fashion...or Fired.
So,
I've been reading Nina Garcia's Look Book: What to Wear for Every Occasion, and let me tell you, its Fabulous. I have been a fan of hers since I started reading Marie Claire (she's the fashion editor there). She is also a host on Project Runway. And she's Colombian. Anyhoo...I was excited and surprised to see that the first section of the Look Book talks about attire while at Work: Interviews, first day on Job, Tuesdays, Casual Fridays, etc. Then I thought to myself, great, I'm not crazy! Since I started working at this job a little over two years ago, I have been come to known as the Fashionista of our group. Even our CEO (hip to Project Runway) compliments me almost daily on my choice of attire. Of course I like these compliments, I'm a Leo...but, that isn't why I dress up.
I dress up because I want my superiors to take me seriously. We don't work in the Fashion Industry, but we do work with Professionals and our members are Prominent people in their field of study and we do advocate on the Hill from time to time. There are three people that I can think of in my life who have great sense of work fashion: My mom, My dad, and My cousin, Allison. These three dress flawless. They really do. My mom is super conservative with her attire, but nevertheless, she has a Look, and it works well for her, and apparently everyone else, because she is never without compliments. My dad also dresses VERY well for a guy. Really. And he picks out his own stuff! Neck Ties, Cuff Links, Button Downs...real GQ kinda fella. My cousin, Allison, well she just does the damn thing every time. Now, none of these three, to my knowledge, shop with personal shoppers or fly items in off the runway in Paris...but what they have is their own Style. They do not, and I REPEAT, do NOT follow trends. They stick with what works. And voila, it works for them, and I'm guessing will work for the rest of us too.
A few tips from the Look Book:
" The basic elements of any businesswoman's wardrobe should rely in this trio: simple casual suits, tailored dresses, and good separates." ~ Edith Head
" Clothes can suggest, persuade, connote, insinuate, indeed lie, and apply subtle pressure while their wearer is speaking frankly and straightforwardly of other matters." ~ Anne Hollander
Toodles!
I've been reading Nina Garcia's Look Book: What to Wear for Every Occasion, and let me tell you, its Fabulous. I have been a fan of hers since I started reading Marie Claire (she's the fashion editor there). She is also a host on Project Runway. And she's Colombian. Anyhoo...I was excited and surprised to see that the first section of the Look Book talks about attire while at Work: Interviews, first day on Job, Tuesdays, Casual Fridays, etc. Then I thought to myself, great, I'm not crazy! Since I started working at this job a little over two years ago, I have been come to known as the Fashionista of our group. Even our CEO (hip to Project Runway) compliments me almost daily on my choice of attire. Of course I like these compliments, I'm a Leo...but, that isn't why I dress up.
I dress up because I want my superiors to take me seriously. We don't work in the Fashion Industry, but we do work with Professionals and our members are Prominent people in their field of study and we do advocate on the Hill from time to time. There are three people that I can think of in my life who have great sense of work fashion: My mom, My dad, and My cousin, Allison. These three dress flawless. They really do. My mom is super conservative with her attire, but nevertheless, she has a Look, and it works well for her, and apparently everyone else, because she is never without compliments. My dad also dresses VERY well for a guy. Really. And he picks out his own stuff! Neck Ties, Cuff Links, Button Downs...real GQ kinda fella. My cousin, Allison, well she just does the damn thing every time. Now, none of these three, to my knowledge, shop with personal shoppers or fly items in off the runway in Paris...but what they have is their own Style. They do not, and I REPEAT, do NOT follow trends. They stick with what works. And voila, it works for them, and I'm guessing will work for the rest of us too.
A few tips from the Look Book:
- Be Pulled Together and Polished
- Neat, Relevant and Modern
- Keep loud jewelry, make-up to a minimum
- Be-friend a tailor. Seriously.
- Heels higher than 3 in., probably not work appropriate
- Be confident and stand tall
- Iron, Iron, Iron or for Pete's sake use Downy Wrinkle Release Spray
" The basic elements of any businesswoman's wardrobe should rely in this trio: simple casual suits, tailored dresses, and good separates." ~ Edith Head
" Clothes can suggest, persuade, connote, insinuate, indeed lie, and apply subtle pressure while their wearer is speaking frankly and straightforwardly of other matters." ~ Anne Hollander
Toodles!
Monday, September 27, 2010
Happy Birthday Daddy...
Toodles!
To Pull...or Not Pull.
So,
Zavy has a shaky tooth. This will be the 3rd baby tooth he will lose. To be specific, he is losing one of his top incisors. Now, this tooth has been shaky for some time. Almost 4 weeks. Last night, he was getting irritated after he bit into an apple and apparently it hurt him soooo bad, he decided to go to the bathroom and try to pull the tooth out himself. Not wise. The little guy almost sent himself to the ER. I heard this piercing shriek downstairs and so I JUMPED down my stairs to see what was happening. When I arrived, he calmly said, Mom, I am trying to take my tooth out.
So, I decided to try and help him. To No Avail. I pulled as hard as I could (not really hard at all)...I saw tears welling up in his eyes (or maybe they were welling in mine) and I decided, I'm just going to let nature do its course and leave the tooth alone. Good choice. He's happy. I'm happy. The tooth is happy (this, I'm sure of).
Toodles!
Zavy has a shaky tooth. This will be the 3rd baby tooth he will lose. To be specific, he is losing one of his top incisors. Now, this tooth has been shaky for some time. Almost 4 weeks. Last night, he was getting irritated after he bit into an apple and apparently it hurt him soooo bad, he decided to go to the bathroom and try to pull the tooth out himself. Not wise. The little guy almost sent himself to the ER. I heard this piercing shriek downstairs and so I JUMPED down my stairs to see what was happening. When I arrived, he calmly said, Mom, I am trying to take my tooth out.
So, I decided to try and help him. To No Avail. I pulled as hard as I could (not really hard at all)...I saw tears welling up in his eyes (or maybe they were welling in mine) and I decided, I'm just going to let nature do its course and leave the tooth alone. Good choice. He's happy. I'm happy. The tooth is happy (this, I'm sure of).
Toodles!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
Flower Power!
For the first time since a week ago, I watched a little TV today. Exactly. That should tell you how my week went. Anyways, the first thing I saw was the end of Bed of Roses...and OMG! I love that movie. "You're supposed to say, Wait, Don't Go...Everything is going to be all right." I just LOVE CHRISTIAN SLATER. I digress. The next movie I saw was Love Happens, a very cute movie starring Aaron Eckhart and Jennifer Aninston, about a self help guru getting over the loss of a loved one, because he suffered that himself. And yes, Aninston is the female lead, and yes, they...well, I will spoil the movie if you haven't seen it so its up to you if you want to keep on reading. They fall in love. What intrigued me about this movie is that Jennifer's character owns a flower shop. FLOWERS. How important they are...
I've always loved receiving flowers. Don't they just brighten up your day? Your mood? Your office, home, whatever! Flowers are a Universal sign for "Someone is thinking of you" It doesn't matter who it is...when you receive flowers, you instantly feel...Happy (even if its from crazy stalker exes or an apology for getting you fired, maybe). Some people have favorites: Roses, Lilies, Tulips, Carnations (death to Charlotte York
:-0), or Orchids. Personally, I love Peach and Lilac Roses. But I would never turn down flowers. I think, if I had the ability to do so, I would love to own and operate a flower shop.
Really. Think about it. I'm happy being around flowers...and I'm happy seeing other people happy. Just imagine how wonderful it would be to see someone come in YOUR shop and pick out a lovely bouquet or arrangement to send to someone they love, like, crushing on, celebrating...or even sympathy or I'm sorry flowers.
Maybe it's still possible? I mean, I'm ONLY 30 years of age...its not like I'm...well, I won't say any particular age as to offend anyone, but you know :-) Perhaps when Zavy goes off to college, or if I win the Mega-Million (be aware that this is the first of a million times I will mention winning the Mega-Millions in this blog), or if I marry rich...a girl can dream.
Until then, let's all enjoy the lovely arrangement I have provided for your enjoyment.
Wait, is it unusual that I have received more flowers as a single woman, whose not actively dating, than I did when I was married??? Hmmm...
BTW, Zavy thinks flowers are messy. He'll learn their importance soon enough, or God bless his little heart!
Toodles!
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Victoria Secret Models don't eat Pizza for Breakfast...
...but they should. Why? It's delicious. I woke up intending to have a lazy Saturday, and so far, so good. I decided that I didn't want to make anything for breakfast. I searched through the contents of my fridge, and found Pizza from Mama Lucia's...Ding Ding Ding, JACKPOT. Of course, I prepared a very hearty breakfast for Zavy consisting of a toasted mini whole wheat bagel with grape jelly, 3 slices of turkey bacon, 2 slices of sharp cheddar cheese and a bottle of Odwalla Apple Juice. Me? PIZZA! One WHOLE slice of cheese pizza. And it was delicious. And I'm satisfied, and Happy. Who cares if I had half of my day's worth of calories for breakfast? It's Saturday...live a little.
We are slowly getting dressed to go see Alpha and Omega...then to a birthday party. I think this day is going to be rather close to perfect, if the remainder of the days meals consists of Popcorn and birthday cake...
Toodles!
We are slowly getting dressed to go see Alpha and Omega...then to a birthday party. I think this day is going to be rather close to perfect, if the remainder of the days meals consists of Popcorn and birthday cake...
Toodles!
Friday, September 24, 2010
We don't Pull Flags in Football...
Well,
Zavy's second football game was a little better than the first, but not by much. These little boys. I have to give it to them. SMART. They cannot see why they can't tackle...and they really hate the idea of pulling flags! In my opinion, I thinks its retarded too. What's the point of playing football if you can't tackle??? I honestly think they should start the league at Ankle or Peewee, where there are helmets and tackling involved. But, that's just my Opinion. Another thing...these boys are interested in everything else on the field, but pulling flags! "Look Mom, a grasshopper!" "Is that a Helicopter?" "Hey Mom, can I play my DSi tonight?" There are no limits to what their minds are thinking out there.
I volunteered in the snack shack tonight so I didn't get to see him play, but I know he tried his hardest. They all do. The snack shack was OK...We didn't have Pizza, so that was a bust. But, we did have burgers, hot dogs, popcorn, pretzels and nachos. However, everyone wanted Pizza. You can't win them all. Well, at least I have fulfilled my volunteer obligations (we have to volunteer for a field, coaching, or snack shack position, or pay a $50 opt out fee). It wasn't too bad.
So, its Friday Night and we are home. Zavy downstairs doing something...and me upstairs,
flipping through the latest Cosmopolitan Magazine, with my girl Lauren Conrad on the Cover. I've always loved LC from Laguna Beach. I'm so happy she kept her head straight and focused on her career, instead of her celebrity status.
Toodles Peeps.
Zavy's second football game was a little better than the first, but not by much. These little boys. I have to give it to them. SMART. They cannot see why they can't tackle...and they really hate the idea of pulling flags! In my opinion, I thinks its retarded too. What's the point of playing football if you can't tackle??? I honestly think they should start the league at Ankle or Peewee, where there are helmets and tackling involved. But, that's just my Opinion. Another thing...these boys are interested in everything else on the field, but pulling flags! "Look Mom, a grasshopper!" "Is that a Helicopter?" "Hey Mom, can I play my DSi tonight?" There are no limits to what their minds are thinking out there.
I volunteered in the snack shack tonight so I didn't get to see him play, but I know he tried his hardest. They all do. The snack shack was OK...We didn't have Pizza, so that was a bust. But, we did have burgers, hot dogs, popcorn, pretzels and nachos. However, everyone wanted Pizza. You can't win them all. Well, at least I have fulfilled my volunteer obligations (we have to volunteer for a field, coaching, or snack shack position, or pay a $50 opt out fee). It wasn't too bad.
So, its Friday Night and we are home. Zavy downstairs doing something...and me upstairs,
flipping through the latest Cosmopolitan Magazine, with my girl Lauren Conrad on the Cover. I've always loved LC from Laguna Beach. I'm so happy she kept her head straight and focused on her career, instead of her celebrity status.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
It's about time...
So,
I'm back with a brand new blog...and a new job, and a new house...but the same old weight, allergies/asthma issues, and same Fabulous broke-ness. Grammer Nazis, don't even start. But this time, something is different. What's different is that I am a different person. I am divorced, I co-parent my six year old with my ex-husband and this is successful, and I turned 30 on August 2nd. I also, for the first time in my working career, seem like I actually have a career. Yep, I'm in Benefits and Payroll, still at the same company, but different department, and I love it. LOVE IT! I am learning all these new things and I'm busy, most of the time, but it was a change I needed.
Zavy is six now and in 1st grade. The transition to first grade went way more smoothly than the transition from pre-k to kindergarten (I still get nightmares thinking of that!). There were days I wanted to punch Zavy, the teacher, the principal and Zavy's dad...I didn't however, want to punch myself, because I just KNEW everything I was doing was right :-) But, we got over it. Or at least they all did...I was still upset on his last day of kindergarten, that it didn't go as smoothly as I had imagined it would be. Oh well...
He is also in flag football...And, well...hmmmm. Let's just say he is a little surprised its not tackle football like he see's on TV on Sundays. Hopefully he sticks with it. I can't force him, I won't actually...because if he doesn't want to do it, that means I save on gas money each week...selfish? Nope...just being practical. And I get 6 more hours to do REAL stuff during the week!
Me, I'm single...yes. I have been dating, it has been interesting...to be continued.
I hope to get on with blogging at least 3x a week, actually...I have too. I have been asked to blog for Working Mother Magazine, which would be great, since I have been reading their magazine since I've been a "working mom" (2005 and on). Now, that would be intersting!
Toodles...
P.S. I still LOVE LOVE LOVE FASHION! And SEX AND THE CITY! AND CHOCOLATE!
I'm back with a brand new blog...and a new job, and a new house...but the same old weight, allergies/asthma issues, and same Fabulous broke-ness. Grammer Nazis, don't even start. But this time, something is different. What's different is that I am a different person. I am divorced, I co-parent my six year old with my ex-husband and this is successful, and I turned 30 on August 2nd. I also, for the first time in my working career, seem like I actually have a career. Yep, I'm in Benefits and Payroll, still at the same company, but different department, and I love it. LOVE IT! I am learning all these new things and I'm busy, most of the time, but it was a change I needed.
Zavy is six now and in 1st grade. The transition to first grade went way more smoothly than the transition from pre-k to kindergarten (I still get nightmares thinking of that!). There were days I wanted to punch Zavy, the teacher, the principal and Zavy's dad...I didn't however, want to punch myself, because I just KNEW everything I was doing was right :-) But, we got over it. Or at least they all did...I was still upset on his last day of kindergarten, that it didn't go as smoothly as I had imagined it would be. Oh well...
He is also in flag football...And, well...hmmmm. Let's just say he is a little surprised its not tackle football like he see's on TV on Sundays. Hopefully he sticks with it. I can't force him, I won't actually...because if he doesn't want to do it, that means I save on gas money each week...selfish? Nope...just being practical. And I get 6 more hours to do REAL stuff during the week!
Me, I'm single...yes. I have been dating, it has been interesting...to be continued.
I hope to get on with blogging at least 3x a week, actually...I have too. I have been asked to blog for Working Mother Magazine, which would be great, since I have been reading their magazine since I've been a "working mom" (2005 and on). Now, that would be intersting!
Toodles...
P.S. I still LOVE LOVE LOVE FASHION! And SEX AND THE CITY! AND CHOCOLATE!
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