Back to Reality

Is it really Monday morning?! I'm not really looking forward to this week (as usual). Work is going to be very slow today because our doctors will both be in surgery. Luckily I get to leave early, but it's to go to class (last week of InDesign)...

I don't know what was wrong with me Saturday, I was so quick-tempered - it wasn't one of my best days to say the least. My best friend and I went to the mall to get some summer shopping done. She was hungry so we chatted at a restaurant for awhile. But she  got a call from one of out other friends who was having an emergency and had to leave right away. My mom and brother were also at the mall so I got a ride home with them but no shopping for me though.

My dad decided on The Cheesecake Factory for dinner. We got there a bit later than we planned and had to wait a little bit, but we were seated in a little side room so it was kinda private - very nice! Dad got a slice of strawberry cheesecake to-go and we had dessert at Yogurtland on the way home. (Vanilla wafer froyo is so yummy and I'm usually a "chocolate girl")

Fresh Vegetable Salad - had Chicken with mine

I felt so nauseous all day yesterday. It started in the morning. I went to church with my dad while my mom went to church earlier with my brother to see him off to his NYC trip. I tried to rest in the car on the way home but that didn't seem to help much. It's common for my stomach to be upset from time to time but lately it has been consistently achy. I made some tea when I got home. I found this tea a few months ago. It's really strong but it works wonders, I swear it can work wonders for me.

I had a light lunch, read, took a nap, and went grocery shopping for my mom (I know she really appreciates it when I go to the store for her). But along while I was out being "mini mom" my stomach started hurting again... I rested and me and momma did some quick shopping (see below). Mom and dad went to a movie but since I wasn't feeling well I had dinner, went on a short walk, sipped some more tea while watching a movie (I want Jane's house!!!).

Shopping

• Old Navy blue, white, & silver flip flops
• Old Navy khaki shirt
• Basketball shorts (from Khol's)

This Week(end)

Yay for the weekend! For some reason this week has gone by really fast and really slow...

I finished reading Redeeming Love by Francine Rivers and loved it! It's a pretty lengthy book but I got through it in a few days. It was hard to put down! It has really inspired me to be more patient and trusting with others and God (something I'm working on)

Last night I did a bit of shopping for my dad for Father's Day. He's such a hard person to buy for, but I eventually settled on a light blue/gray 100% cotton shirt to keep him cool this summer. Black is his "signature color" even in the heat - he makes no sense.

When I got back home Momma and I watched Tangled! Made me re-live all of my "princess" days growing up!



Things I've learned/accomplished this week:

• Stationary bikes + magazines make workouts go much faster
• my 3-legged cat freaks out when I do yoga/Pilates - he stares & meows at me like "what in the world are you doing, crazy lady!!!"
• I'm a pretty good cook - with the help of a crock-pot!
• I made BBQ chicken and Chicken Stir-fry for dinner this week (heated the chicken in the crock-pot while I was at work and added it to the rice and veggies when we were ready to eat). I also made black bean, corn, and tomato tacos - healthy, yummy, and quick!
• Just the thought of quitting my job makes me so much happier - but filling out endless job applications isn't that fun! (hopefully worth it, though)
• Took(and passed) 2 out of 5 of my tests for my graphic design certification

Coming up this weekend:

• Pilates at the gym
• Shopping with my bestie - I'm looking for gray/navy and white flip-flops and/or sandals, a hat, shorts, and maybe a tunic
• Dinner out with the family for Father's Day. I'm not sure where yet, but my brother will be leaving for NYC tomorrow (soooo jealous) so we are going to celebrate a bit early!
• Bookworm time!

Any Father's Day plans? What did you get your dad?

Happy Weekend-ing! :)

Shopping Spree

I actually had a successful shopping night! Spending money is not easy for me so it was nice to treat myself. Of course right when I get home my mom reminds me that my car insurance bill is due, I just had to pay registration fees for an association I need to join, and my credit card bill is due soon. This is why I must continue to be miserable at work... Sometimes I really hate the "real world."

Free undies and the perfume I've been wanting forever (on sale!)

SO comfy!

A yummy treat

Up Again

I was really hoping that I would be able to sleep in this morning considering that I had over a 13 hour day yesterday. I had to go into work early since one of the girls had to go to a funeral in the morning. Then I went straight to class, but at least I enjoy the class so it goes by fast.

I was thankfully able to relax a bit this weekend. Layed out and read in the sunshine (working on my "summer glow"), dyed my hair to get the "red" out, shopped and found the perfect Easter dress with my best friend and momma. I actually took a two hour nap on Sunday which hasn't happened since lord knows when!

One of the dresses I bought - very nautical!

This might be one of my new favorite books! - I've always been in love with Paris, writing, and the 1920s!

I didn't hangout with Greg all weekend and was once again relieved! We are supposed to go to the Ranger's game on Saturday with some friends but I'm not sure if that wills till happen. If he hasn't gotten the picture by now then well, Idk what. I just don't have those "feelings" for him.

Instead of my "running plan" I have been going to the local gym. Just biking and elliptical for now. I think it's a bit easier on my body for now. And I've still been going on walk but maybe 10-15 min shorter ones. I've been trying to stretch out/yoga my body more because I really can feel the difference. A downside to the gym is that my ex - the one I fell madly in love with almost 5 years ago and we still had a little fling going on last summer - is now a trainer there. He approached me the other day... He seems to be doing well, looking wonderful as ever, and he's always been polite. I basically cut off all contact last fall (long story) and haven't seen/spoke with him since. I'm pretty sure he's still with his girlfriend and what difference would that really make?! Everytime I've thought he's given a damn about me he's proved me wrong and I'm the one left feeling a fool. I know that if we try to be "friends" (again) I'll fall for his charming ways like I always do and fill my head with foolish expectations. The. End.

On a happier note, I planted my favorite flowers - SUNFLOWERS! - last week and they are doing really well. I love how Spring reminds us that growth and new life is possible. :)

peace.love.em