December 31, 2008 This has certainly been a year of ups and downs.
Im actually glad to see it go.
A lot of of stuff happened in this house.
Im hoping the upcoming year will be better….even though I guess I know this past year could have been worse and I should be grateful.
Here’s wishing all of you a Happy Healthy New Year filled with love and happiness!
Be safe out there.
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December 28, 2008 Today is Mom’s B-Day.
Deb made a DELICIOUS pot of pea soup (one of Mom’s favorites) so she wouldnt have to make Sunday dinner.
Then the family came over again for cake and coffee.
This time of year is rough.
I love my family. I love BEING with my family….but some moderation would be nicer.
We have been on overload for the past few weeks.
But I guess things will be calming down now.
Tomorrow is my first day back to work. Being off for the past 10 days was great. Ive gotten used to sleeping in a little.
Should be interesting when the alarm goes off tomorrow morning………..grrrrr
I hope you all had a beautiful Christmas.
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December 24, 2008 I have a few minutes (remarkably).
I wanted to wish all of you a very Merry Chirstmas while I had the chance before all the craziness kicks into high gear.
We have been shopping, cooking and baking since yesterday morning.
And even though I worried about it - all seems to be getting done WITHOUT pressing the panic button!
Tonights menu for 18-20:
Clams oreganata
Linguini with white clam sauce
Shrimp sciampi over angel hair pasta
Filet of sole
Pork roast
stuffed mushrooms
assorted potatos & veggies
tons of dessert
Tomorrow’s menu for 21:
Lasagna
Filet mignon with mushroom marsala sauce
Baked Ham with Jack Daniels/ginger snap cookies (YUM)
assorted potatos & veggies
salad
more dessert
Verrrry tired right now and in desperate need of a nap.
So, Merry Christmas to all of you! Enjoy your families, friends and loved ones!!!!
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December 22, 2008 What a whirlwind…..I cant even believe we are home.
We had a fantastic time - or maybe a better word is MAGICAL!
The parks were absolutely INSANE.
I have so many stories……mainly about my MOTHER - who drove us bat sh*t the entire time starting from the minute we left the house 5:15 am on Friday morning.
However, Im going to refrain from using foul language at this point in time when referring to her because I am in the Christmas spirit!
All I can say is I have left VERY specific instructions with the loved ones closest to me to make sure they put me out of my misery AS SOON as they see me starting to become like her in ANY way.
More later…
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December 18, 2008 I walked out of my office tonight - for 10 days.
I realize now, while I am typing this, that it will fly by. But none the less - Im off - and plan on enjoying my time.
We have spent the night doing last minute things. Packing, checking lists, re-packing, and trying to remember not to forget anything.
Our seats are confirmed on the plane.
Now thats a story in itself.
I remember last year how my Mom just TOOK over the plane as soon as she sat down. I also remember sitting right behind them burying my face in my hands hoping no one would see the resemblence I have to her and putting it together that I was traveling with them.
This year, we booked our seats 3 rows behind them.
It puts enough space between us so I can hide when she starts becoming fidgety and going thru tobacco withdrawl - but close enough for me to get up and yell at her when I see the stewardesses starting to pull their hair out for having to deal with her.
Yes, our trip should be fun.
We will be home on Monday. Then more fun begins. Shopping, setting tables, running around. Baking.
I love this time of year.
I didnt get to decorate the front of the house…..so Larry has been standing out there jumping up and down like Rocky did when he climbed the steps of City Hall in Philly…….
I will get him next year……..that bastard.
Anyway, I will post when we get back…..after my nervous breakdown that Mom is planning for me and hopefully with great pics from Disney taken with my new camera!
Enjoy!
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December 17, 2008 I got an early Christmas present from Deb!
Thats because Im so good!!!! *wink*
She got me a digital camera!!!
Canon Rebel XS…………
SQUUUEEEEEAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLLL!
Im so excited!
After months and months of research and a bazillion conversations with Darren (my “go to guy”) I decided that this was the one I wanted!
And its HERE!!
Ive been reading up on the settings and all the things I can do with it.
Im so excited!
The first picture I took actually made me a little weak in the knees. lol
Im also going to be taking a photography class!
Thanks baby!
I LOVE YOU!!!!!!
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December 15, 2008 I spent a good deal of yesterday morning in the garage distressing a VERY beautiful old bed.
Lots of detail and scroll work on it.
It came BEAUTIFUL if I do say so myself.
It was c-c-cold yesterday to be in the garage.
When I went upstairs I was like an ice pop!
Deb felt bad for me.
She asked if I would like some hot chocolate!
I said “that would be really nice babe! Thank you!”
And off she went to the kitchen while I changed clothes.
After I changed she called me to say it was ready.
She put it in my favorite mug (yes, Im spoiled), kissed me on top of the head and waited for me to take a sip.
I stirred and stirred for a few seconds because it was piping hot!
All the time she waited for me to try it.
I finally took a spoon of this hot chocolate (made with SO much love), swallowed it ……..
And…..
Almost threw up……
It was chunky.
It had THEE most HORRIBLE taste.
And I SWALLOWED it!
I started to gag.
Ever taste curdled milk?
Yeah, it SUCKS!
I ran to the sink, the whole time with Deb asking me what was wrong.
I couldnt explain it to her while I was………..heaving.
But as soon as my gag reflex stopped - I showed her the mug.
It looked like cottage cheese!
GAG
I asked her what the date on the milk was….and she promptly answered with Dec 8th!
The EIGHTH?????????????/
Babe, today is the FOURTEENTH!
WTF?
She said she was sorry.
She said she didnt even realize that the milk was old because she was soooo sick last week. She said she thinks she lost track of time!
She felt horrible (while I was still choking - and apparently all red in the face from heaving!)
She SAYS she was sorry…
….but somehow, I think “Giovanna” had something to do with this whole fiasco!
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December 13, 2008 When I first opened my checking account a bazillion years ago there was no fee - at all. (Ive had the same bank for almost 16 years).
In the past few years, they have started charging a $2 monthly fee - for what - Im still not sure.
And that has bothered me.
I know its only $2…..but its MY $2.
Oh well, not much I can do. I like them, Ive never had a problem so Im not changing.
Ive certainly spent $24 a year on worse.
Today I had to go to my bank and get some gift cards.
I looked like a polar bear when I walked in.
Unshowered.
Sweat Pants
Sweat shirt
Baseball cap
Heavy ski jacket.
Well, maybe I looked more like lumber jack now that I think of it.
Anyway, when I walked into the bank, a very nice woman escorted me to a line and told me that “Giovanna” would be right with me.
WELL
Giovanna walked over to the window and my tongue almost fell out of my mouth (sorry hon). She was very pretty and wasnt really wearing any shirt to speak of
She said “How can I help you”…..and my mind just went from there! (sorry hon)
I shook my head to clear the cob webs and stuttered something intelligent about needing gift cards.
Then handed her my bank card.
She smiled at me.
So I smiled back (sorry hon).
She was VERY helpful! WAAAY above and beyond the normal teller stuff.
She smiled at me again…..
So I smiled back again!
I think she liked me!
In fact, I think she was hitting on me! I really do.
The more time I spent there - the more I was sure of it.
She even spent time helping me pick out WHICH gift card (there were 3 scenes to choose from) and told me which one she thought was nicest.
Such a doll that Giovanna!
Anyway, we finished the transaction (even though I tried to prolong it as long as possible) and I walked away.
For some reason I turned back around to take one more look at her again (very sorry hon) and she was looking at me……….she waved bye-bye to me!
She WANTED me!
I know it!
All of a sudden that $2 bank fee that they are charging is not bothering me!
As a matter of fact, I think first thing Monday morning Im going to call the bank and ask what I can get if my fee was voluntarilly raised to like $4 a month!
I think i need a cigarette!
And I dont smoke!
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December 12, 2008 Why am I “the chosen one”?
Anyone?
Anyone?
Every friggin’ thing that has to get done in the house is on ME.
No one is capable of doing ANYTHING.
They all just wait for me to do it.
My Mom informed me that she is “not happy” that the front of the house is not decorated.
Mind you, she didnt seem to mind too much - until that bastard Larry started.
Now? Its “A SIN”!
So, she meandered her way down into the garage the other night while I was painting.
Started with small talk - so I knew SOMETHING was coming.
Then she asked me what I was doing this weekend…..and if it was possible that we (get that? WE?) just decorate “the porch”. She said the house looked so bare.
Right Ma. Like I would JUST do the porch.
So guess what Im doing this weekend.
Even though we are leaving in a week for Florida……
Even though I will be taking the damn decorations down in 2 weeks……
Im gonna kick Larry’s ass…..
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December 10, 2008 Where the hell is the time going?
I am in major panic mode.
I have nothing done.
I havent written out Christmas Cards.
I havent finished Christmas shopping.
Not to mention I still have no clue what to get “anyone”.
Deb has been sick.
I feel like Im getting it.
We need to shop for food for the two holidays because we will be away next week and need to get it done before we go.
What I did buy shopping isnt wrapped.
What the hell were we thinking booking a vacation right before the holiday?
Pass the Xan*x.
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