YAY!! Love getting to talk to husband on the weekends (even if his face is kinda fuzzy looking!)! :) :)
4.23.2011
4.14.2011
Ready for the weekend!
What a crazy week it's been!! This past weekend was a dear friends wedding in Nashville and it was absolutely wonderful, but insanely busy! Honored to be a bridesmaid and be part of the day! It's so hard to be so involved for a few days straight and then have no communication with her while she's on her honeymoon! Can't wait for her to come back and hear all about it! So that was this past Thursday-Sunday. Then, Tuesday for work I had to go to Columbus for a conference - so it's been a lot of driving and I'm pooped!
I finally got to the doctor this week - you know, that primary doctor person people see some what regularly? Turns out it had been since 2006 when I was switching from my pediatric doctor to adult doctor since I had seen her. I've been having crazy allergy symptoms since last fall (at least!?) and finally got in for a check up and to discuss said sneezing. Since I'm not interested in getting shots, she said there was no point in getting tested to see what I'm allergic to! Rather anticlimactic. Guess I'll continue to take claritin as needed. Otherwise, clean bill of health!
The weather the last few days has been gorgeous! Our apartment has a small balcony and the cats and I have enjoyed spending some time out there after work! I find myself day dreaming about all the things I'd do if 1) I didn't have to go into work and 2) if husband was home. Don't get me wrong, I'm thankful to have a job, but the thought definitely crosses my mind. "If I wasn't driving into work right now, I'd totally ....." - today it was sit outside with a cup of coffee and a book! The other day after my doctors appointment I wanted to go to brunch with husband and go for a walk. Work/ Iraq won! Next spring, I will play hookie. Or plan ahead and take PTO... yeah that'd probably be more responsible! Husband, if you're reading this, mark your calendar! ;)
Alright, enough for now! Byeee!
I finally got to the doctor this week - you know, that primary doctor person people see some what regularly? Turns out it had been since 2006 when I was switching from my pediatric doctor to adult doctor since I had seen her. I've been having crazy allergy symptoms since last fall (at least!?) and finally got in for a check up and to discuss said sneezing. Since I'm not interested in getting shots, she said there was no point in getting tested to see what I'm allergic to! Rather anticlimactic. Guess I'll continue to take claritin as needed. Otherwise, clean bill of health!
The weather the last few days has been gorgeous! Our apartment has a small balcony and the cats and I have enjoyed spending some time out there after work! I find myself day dreaming about all the things I'd do if 1) I didn't have to go into work and 2) if husband was home. Don't get me wrong, I'm thankful to have a job, but the thought definitely crosses my mind. "If I wasn't driving into work right now, I'd totally ....." - today it was sit outside with a cup of coffee and a book! The other day after my doctors appointment I wanted to go to brunch with husband and go for a walk. Work/ Iraq won! Next spring, I will play hookie. Or plan ahead and take PTO... yeah that'd probably be more responsible! Husband, if you're reading this, mark your calendar! ;)
Alright, enough for now! Byeee!
3.31.2011
Well look at that!
So, it's been a month and a half! No daily ramblings here lately! No excuses, just wasn't feeling it!
But I'm here to ramble -for today at least! Everything is moving right along - we're almost 6 months into this deployment and that my friends is a HUGE victory! YAY, yay, yay!!! Work is busy, which is great! I need busy right now!! Sometimes when I schedule an appointment after my normal work hours to accommodate a client's family I think how nice it is that I can do this now, but once husband is home that will likely change -I'll have a reason to rush home!
So I'm going to say it: Deployment is just weird. I remember in high school thinking about deployment and feeling like "that has got to be the worst thing ever!" Even then my heart just ached at the idea in that uncontrollable I can not even imagine, kinda way! Little did I know that I would marry into the military and not have to think to imagine what it would be like!
I have some moments here and there (mercifully few and far between lately!) where I'm pretty emotional about it, but you just... keep going! It's kind of a numb, blah feeling most of the time. It's certainly not great, but I'm thankful that time passes and I'm finding things to keep me busy! Right now the only time I get super bummed about it is when I think about our first year of marriage and how the days we've been apart are far greater in number than those spent together. Sigh. ...Moving on!
Mother-in-law recently bought husband a magic jack and sent it to him so he has telephone access now! This was great at first, but lately there has been an insane delay! Like 30 seconds, for real! It's almost comical because you'll have to remember what the response was in answer to when you get it 3 conversations later! Gotta laugh or you'd scream!!! Hopefully this is a product of weather interfering with internet signal and not the new norm!
Today a coworker told me that her cousin is going to be deploying soon. She just looked at me with these sad, anxious, unknowing eyes as if she wanted me to have a fix for her! What could I really say? ..You just find a way to get through it!
I think friends probably have a hard time knowing what to say to me. Maybe? It's like with someone who is grieving - there are no "right things" to say, but the effort and caring words help. A family friend wisely told my mom that the hardest part after losing a loved one is after the first few months have passed, when people forget and refocus on their own lives and their stuff. According to her, it is then when she knew she would need the most support! This really isn't a blatant call out, but more something to ponder as I think it's an important concept when dealing with folks going through a rough time!
As for me, just moving along, thankful for each day that passes and being one day closer to husband coming home!
Peace.
But I'm here to ramble -for today at least! Everything is moving right along - we're almost 6 months into this deployment and that my friends is a HUGE victory! YAY, yay, yay!!! Work is busy, which is great! I need busy right now!! Sometimes when I schedule an appointment after my normal work hours to accommodate a client's family I think how nice it is that I can do this now, but once husband is home that will likely change -I'll have a reason to rush home!
So I'm going to say it: Deployment is just weird. I remember in high school thinking about deployment and feeling like "that has got to be the worst thing ever!" Even then my heart just ached at the idea in that uncontrollable I can not even imagine, kinda way! Little did I know that I would marry into the military and not have to think to imagine what it would be like!
I have some moments here and there (mercifully few and far between lately!) where I'm pretty emotional about it, but you just... keep going! It's kind of a numb, blah feeling most of the time. It's certainly not great, but I'm thankful that time passes and I'm finding things to keep me busy! Right now the only time I get super bummed about it is when I think about our first year of marriage and how the days we've been apart are far greater in number than those spent together. Sigh. ...Moving on!
Mother-in-law recently bought husband a magic jack and sent it to him so he has telephone access now! This was great at first, but lately there has been an insane delay! Like 30 seconds, for real! It's almost comical because you'll have to remember what the response was in answer to when you get it 3 conversations later! Gotta laugh or you'd scream!!! Hopefully this is a product of weather interfering with internet signal and not the new norm!
Today a coworker told me that her cousin is going to be deploying soon. She just looked at me with these sad, anxious, unknowing eyes as if she wanted me to have a fix for her! What could I really say? ..You just find a way to get through it!
I think friends probably have a hard time knowing what to say to me. Maybe? It's like with someone who is grieving - there are no "right things" to say, but the effort and caring words help. A family friend wisely told my mom that the hardest part after losing a loved one is after the first few months have passed, when people forget and refocus on their own lives and their stuff. According to her, it is then when she knew she would need the most support! This really isn't a blatant call out, but more something to ponder as I think it's an important concept when dealing with folks going through a rough time!
As for me, just moving along, thankful for each day that passes and being one day closer to husband coming home!
Peace.
2.14.2011
Happy lovers day!
I survived! You know, leading up to today I was worried about how it would feel to spend our first Valentine's Day as husband and wife apart from each other, but it went by! I realized last night that we all have choices about how we respond to our circumstances. I could have spent all day today being sad and depressed that we are apart, or I could be thankful for all the joy and blessings that this man, my husband, has brought to my life.
Thankfully my mind and heart went on the positive outlook and that's how my day turned out! Y'all - I didn't even cry! No tears when my coworkers sincerely asked how I was holding up today. Truth is, I love my husband and want to celebrate our love today, even from a distance!
Babe, if you read this, you are my person, the love of my life and I'm so glad we said "I do." I will be thankful when this year of separation comes to an end, but know that I'm surviving today and working towards a mindset of thriving!
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| xoxox. |
2.13.2011
Good times, good times!
hello!! y'all - I'm soooo pooped, but just had the greatest weekend with some wonderfully inspiring ladies! I met up with four of my college roommates in Chicago! What a blast!! I also had my first experience with mega bus! It really is a great way to travel!
I have a bunch of unpacking and bonding with the cats so they don't feel entirely neglected, but will definitely post more later!
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| 1 of 4 pictures I took! Sadly none were of us - will have to get those from Liz! |
2.06.2011
new beer discovery!
I really like Michelob Ultra's line of flavored beers. The lime cactus and tuscan orange grapefruit were my favorites, but there is a new player in town! Dragon Fruit Peach! Mmm mm!
Husband asked if I would get sick of it (I tend to do that with beer) and there is a good chance! But it's a nice change, and if you're into light fruity beers, check it out!
That's all! Happy super bowl - if you're into that kinda thing...
2.01.2011
a little late
I had good intentions of posting last night, but wasn't feeling super hot! I'm going to blame it on Monday :) 5 updates for you!
1) My neighbor made me pumpkin chocolate chip bread and brought it over last night! Too bad I don't know her name... Wouldn't that have been awkward - "oh thanks for the homemade goodies.... uh.. what's your name again?" At least then I would know? Oh well. We chatted for a bit and bonded even without knowing her name (gosh I feel awful!). The bread was still warm and made a yummy "bed night snack" and breakfast! Hooray!
2) While talking to the neighbor my cat ran outside!!! Oh jeez! All is well, but I panicked at first!!! She went down a few steps - sniffed it out and then I lured her back up with kitty treats. Enough of an adventure for one night!
3) I'm really loving working on Social Work Couture - I'm finding it to be such a creative outlet! You'll probably see less and less of me on here as I'm working on that project!
4) Getting ready to renew our lease at our apartment! That will put us here until April and then on to something bigger and better! I'm already excited about the possibilities - as is husband! No clue what it'll end up being, but so much of our future is up in the air, so that's not a surprise!
5) February is looking like a busy month!! I'll be going to Chicago and Florida! I'm going to have to work my butt off at work in overtime so I can play on the weekends, but it'll be worth it to catch up with good friends!
That's all! xoxo!
1) My neighbor made me pumpkin chocolate chip bread and brought it over last night! Too bad I don't know her name... Wouldn't that have been awkward - "oh thanks for the homemade goodies.... uh.. what's your name again?" At least then I would know? Oh well. We chatted for a bit and bonded even without knowing her name (gosh I feel awful!). The bread was still warm and made a yummy "bed night snack" and breakfast! Hooray!
2) While talking to the neighbor my cat ran outside!!! Oh jeez! All is well, but I panicked at first!!! She went down a few steps - sniffed it out and then I lured her back up with kitty treats. Enough of an adventure for one night!
3) I'm really loving working on Social Work Couture - I'm finding it to be such a creative outlet! You'll probably see less and less of me on here as I'm working on that project!
4) Getting ready to renew our lease at our apartment! That will put us here until April and then on to something bigger and better! I'm already excited about the possibilities - as is husband! No clue what it'll end up being, but so much of our future is up in the air, so that's not a surprise!
5) February is looking like a busy month!! I'll be going to Chicago and Florida! I'm going to have to work my butt off at work in overtime so I can play on the weekends, but it'll be worth it to catch up with good friends!
That's all! xoxo!
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