Monday, December 21, 2009

Reminder of Life

Today is the one year anniversary of my grandmother's passing. She was the light in my family. The strength. The tenacity and hope. I remember her every day and remember that I strive to have the same values and morals as this woman.

She was my Nana. My Muriel. My Mother's Mother. Without her, I would not be here.

I have an unbelievable relationship with my mother. She is my best friend and I can feel her even when we are apart. This evening I was sitting on my couch watching TV and just knew something was wrong. I called my mom. She was crying. She took the passing of my grandmother very hard and I know when the time comes that I have to say goodbye it will be extremely hard for me to do so.

So to honor the memory of my grandmother. I pray to the heavens that she is happy, healthy and wise. I pray she is with my grandfather. I pray that she will see my mom and let her know she is okay. I pray she watches over me and see's that I am happy and successful. I pray that I will one day see her again. I love you Nana and know in my heart of hearts you will always be with me.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Been thinking

So it has come to my realization that I am "depressed." A great friend stated today "for the last few weeks, you have appeared to be in a funk." That great friend is right.

It is once again "holiday season." I cringe at the thought of all things merriment. The "holiday's" have NEVER been my favorite time of year....alright maybe when I was 5. It is a stressful time period and I always feel like I don't do enough. My parents are divorced and someone is always left out at this time period.

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays, simply because well I love the food. Last year was a very depressing time period, as my grandmother was losing her fight for life and I spent over 10 days in a hospital in Texas just spending time with her. This year I am going to WV to spend time with my father's side of the family, but in the back of my mind I realize this time last year was when I said goodbye to my maternal grandmother. She was the rock for my mom and I am worried about my mom and this time of year. It will be hard for her and I am not there to help.

Also, I am lonely. I care for one person more than he knows....actually he probably does know, but I can't let myself let him in. I've hurt him more than once and he has always been there no matter what. I don't want to be with someone just because I am lonely....so for his sake and my sake I am not going down this road again....and I honestly think that's why I bailed a month ago.

I think its time this gal went back to therapy. As much as I love talking to my friends and family somethings are just easier to talk to someone else about.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Life to Date

In August, I went and visited some family in WV....been a long time since I have seen my father's side of the family. I surprised my grandmother with the visit. It was nice to spend sometime in WV with the family and well I am going back for Turkey Day. The best part of the my trip...the drive back. The mountains are beautiful.

Also in August- was the 1 month anniversary of no alcohol. After my stint in the hospital, I took some time off.



In September, I went to Florida for my birthday to spend sometime with my mom and get a tan and generally just RELAX. It was a great trip. My mom made wonderful food and as I was never much of a cook....I learned a few tips and tricks and I actually enjoy cooking. I often call mom for ideas. She gave me A LOT of great presents....one of my favorites is an off-white sweater dress which I am looking forward to wearing this winter. In addition I had my first drink since the hospital incident.



Upon coming home from Florida, I had to make a decision regarding my car. After several attempts to bring my ZX2 back to life....I said screw it. Well I bought a new car on September 10. Totaled it September 12th. Not a great week. I bought a Chevy Cobalt....bright blue. She was beautiful and totally me. On a rainy evening I was leaving a "friends" house and well lost control of my vehicle on a windy road, did at least a 540 degree spin and slammed the driver's rear into a telephone poll. Dislocated my shoulder, bruised my face (I still have a slight bruise in NOVEMBER!). Needless to say insurance did not pay for the entire amount of my vehicle and I am now paying the difference of $1400 for a car I don't even own. The plus side....I still have the ZX2 and he is behaving, for now.


So I decided to join a kickball team. While I am not a fan of the color pink....my PINK team rocked. We may have lost every game, but we had an awesome time doing it. The picture is from after the last game when we went out to The Whiskey for an end of the year happy hour. It was a blast and I loved everyone on my team. I made some great friends and had a blast doing it. Even though I am clumsy to a fault....I managed to not get injured! I'll definitely do it again next year!



Well Flo is still alive....barely. She definitely does not look like the picture to the left and I couldn't bare to take a new photo of her. I am going to pass her off to Traci when she moves into her new home...perhaps she can bring her back to life. I would like to get a new plant this spring.....we'll see what happens. I tend to murder them.

Monday, August 3, 2009

Cause Mom Boohoo'd

So I was talking to my mom this evening and she informed me that she looks forward to my posts and that I haven't posted anything in a while. lol. I know my life is interesting and full of drama but who would have thought my mother really enjoyed reading about it....especially when she hears it on a daily basis.

WELL.....let's get all caught up shall we.

Spent the 4th of July weekend with my daddy....who came into town for an annual bbq. I love that man. He is definitely a rock in my life and someone I know I can turn to when things get rough....he'll offer me advice but let me choose my own path.

The following weekend, I went to the beach with a very good friend and just enjoyed being lazy. Laid on the beach on Saturday...got sunburnt....per my usual. Got a Henna Tattoo on my wrist....to decide if I really wanted one there (I do.).


Sunday, I drove back home and stopped at my friend Nick's. Spent all day out on his boat. It was GORGEOUS!

The following weekend....I went on a "bar golf" pub crawl. BAD IDEA.
I drank way way too much. Sunday morning...4am....I start throwing up. By Tuesday....this girl is in the hospital. I am admitted Wednesday....and am not discharged till Saturday evening. I believe what may have started as alcohol poisioning managed to turn into a full blown stomach flu. I was miserable and if I NEVER throw up again it will be too soon. Hence my 6 months sobriety. I have taken it upon myself to not drink for 6 months. I believe this was my wake up call.

This past weekend which was supposed to be for my recovery and be low key....started out that way. I went to a movie with a friend of mine. When I was dropping her off back at home, I went to turn around and well...my car just died.

Turns out my timing belt broke....in turn killing my engine. I am looking at a $2,000 repair. I am not looking forward to the repair....but thankful I have people in my life that can help me out.

So in a nutshell that is my life for the past month. August hopefully will be low key. I am headed to see one of my very best friends this weekend. Next weekend I'm hoping will involve a pool and a book. The third weekend is a friends birthday, but I am sitting out crazy festivities in the hopes to keep my sobriety in check. The last weekend of August I am going to Virgin Festival. Then my birthday and I will be Florida bound to see my mom. I had to cancel a trip in July do to my hospital stay. I am really looking forward to my September trip, laying by the pool, eating mom's home cooked food and just relaxing.

Monday, July 6, 2009

#48 Completed


July 1st: Driving 95N towards Baltimore approx 7:25pm. BOOM! Flat Tire. I have ZERO idea what to do. I panic. Call my Dad and say "I know what I want for my birthday.....AAA." Luckly I have an amazing friend, Ray, who drove all the way out of the city (approx. 30 minutes) to help me out. We managed to learn how to change the flat tire and put the spare on following the instructions in the trusty manual I happened to have in my car. It was a learning experience for both of us.

Couldn't repair the tire so the shop had to replace it. I was smart though and had purchased road hazard...what could have been a $100+ bucks only cost me $25. I also learned that you should have your spare tire inflated at the same time you get your oil changed. Needless to say without Ray's help and the trusty manual....I may have sat on 95N crying till a cop came to my rescue. Thank god for good friends.

Monday, May 11, 2009

25 Signs That You Have Grown Up

You are a grown and responsible man/woman when:

1. Your houseplants are alive, and you can't smoke any of them.
2. Having sex in a twin bed is out the question.
3. You keep more food than beer in the fridge.
4. 6:00am is when you get up, not when you go to bed.
5. You hear your favorite song in an elevator.
6. You watch the Weather Channel.
7. Your friends marry and divorce, instead of "hook up" and "break up."
8. You go from 130 days of vacation time to 14.
9. Jeans and a sweater no longer qualify as "dressed up."
10. You're the one calling the police because of those %&@# kids next door that won't turn down the stereo.
11. Older relatives feel comfortable telling sex jokes around you.
12. You don't know what time Taco Bell closes anymore.
13. Your car insurance goes down and your car payments go up.
14. You feed your dog Science Diet instead of McDonalds leftovers
15. Sleeping on the couch makes your back hurt.
16. You take naps.
17. Dinner and movie is the whole date instead of the beginning of one.
18. Eating a basket of chicken wings at 3am would severely upset, rather than settle, your stomach.
19. You go to the drug store for ibuprofen and antacid, not condoms and pregnancy tests.
20. A $4.00 bottle of wine is no longer "pretty good shit."
21. You actually eat breakfast food at breakfast time.
22. "I can't drink the way I used to" replaces "I'm never going to drink that much again."
23. 90% of the time you spend in front of a computer is for real work.
24. You drink at home to save money before going to a bar.
25. When you find out your friend is pregnant you congratulate them instead of asking, "Oh shit, what the hell happened?"

(a friend emailed this to me....thought it was funny and pretty true.)

Wednesday, April 15, 2009

#19 Completed


So I have shared my list with several of my close friends, and last night one of them text messaged me to let me know that Gone with the Wind was going to be on TCM @ 8pm. I was so excited because I have never seen the movie in its entirety.

Had I known it was 4 hours long, I may have waited to accomplish this task, however it was totally worth it.

I cried with Bonnie Blue died....and like most people loved the line "Frankly my dear, I don't give a damn." Clark Gable was fantastic in it and I can totally see why he was such a screen legend.

I am happy to have watched this great classic and would welcome the opportunity to watch it again.

Sunday, April 5, 2009

#39....In Progress

So my mom is in town visiting and helping my finalize my apartment. She and my step dad have hung all my curtains, replaced my shower head, hung my pictures and fixed odds and ends around my house.



My mom was adamant that I have a plant in the house....even with my track record of keeping them alive.... 0 and 4. LOL. We purchased "Flo" at Lowe's and day one: April 5th. I need to keep her alive till October 5th. If anyone has any pointers in how to care for a Peace Lily....any advice is welcome.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Kooza- Cirque Du Soleil


I went and saw Kooza on Saturday night with a good friend, Tammy. We had an incredible time and as Tammy said... "I saw a kid with a kite and then freaky shit started happening!" There was contortionists, juggling, high wire acts, balancing on chairs, wheel of death.

Tammy and I had an incredible time in the entrance tent during intermission with all the masks and hats....a couple photos are in this post. All in all it was a great night and worth the price of admission. I recommend it to anyone!

The story behind Kooza:

KOOZA tells the story of The Innocent, a melancholy loner in search of his place in the world.

KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque du Soleil: It combines two circus traditions Рacrobatic performance and the art of clowning. The show highlights the physical demands of human performance in all its splendor and fragility, presented in a colorful m̩lange that emphasizes bold slapstick humor.

The Innocent's journey brings him into contact with a panoply of comic characters such as the King, the Trickster, the Pickpocket, and the Obnoxious Tourist and his Bad Dog.

Between strength and fragility, laughter and smiles, turmoil and harmony, KOOZA explores themes of fear, identity, recognition and power. The show is set in an electrifying and exotic visual world full of surprises, thrills, chills, audacity and total involvement.


Tuesday, March 24, 2009

Wow...everyone is having babies

Back in High School....I dated this guy, Jake....he was the love of my life. Only problem, we met WAY to early. My mom always wanted us to get married and have gorgeous babies. Little dark haired, Italian/Scottish kids with bright blue eyes....and it probably would have happened....if we had met later in life. He was my knight, the guy everyone wants to bring home to mom. I didn't treat him very well in the end...but I truly do love him to this day. I count him as one of my close friends and am honored that he was and is a part of my life.

I just found out that my high school sweetheart is having a baby! A little boy. He has been married for several years and I couldn't be more happy for him. After two tours in Iraq with the Army...he is home and prepping for the bundle of joy in late June.....I can't wait to see pictures and find out what they are going to call him....my vote is Jake III (since he was the II), however I believe its been ruled out.

CONGRATS to Jake and Rikki.....just keep him away from the girls till he is 18 or we'll have another boy like his daddy. :o)

Saturday, March 14, 2009

#77 Completed

I went to a Stand Up Comedy show this evening at the Baltimore Comedy Club. I had an awesome time...both cause it was hilarious and it was a first date. My date, Tim....knew about my list and was very good at trying to keep our date a secret.

I give him credit...he really did try to keep from me that we were going to a comedy show, but my detective skills led me to believe we were and I was happy to see that we did. It was a great show. The host was funny, as was the second guy....the third guy was too crass and kinda got on my nerves, but the headliner, Will Robo, was awesome. I had to buy his DVD and even got him to sign it.

Tim and I had a great time (he won major brownie points by bringing me flowers!). After the show we went to the Double T Diner and finished our evening with dinner (in my case breakfast). He even walked me to my door. I hope to see him again.

Sunday, March 8, 2009

#98

I bought a Swiffer!!! I officially own a swiffer, which is awesome. I have the dry and wet cloths so I can clean my bathroom and kitchen quite effectively. Its fantastic, because frankly I hate cleaning and anything that is easy to use and gets the job done...I 100% stand behind.

One down on my list....100 more to go.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

Less than 1.5 Years

So I was out running to get lunch around 2:30 this afternoon and while out with a co-worker we were talking about age, and I realized I have less than 1 year and 6 months till I turn the big 3-0! Holy crap. I am going to be 29 in less than 6 months!

I remember when I turned 25.....there was A LOT of wine that was drank. Danielle took me on a wine tour in Virginia and then to the Olive Garden for dinner, where I proceeded to drink more wine and eat YUMMY food.

Turning 26...marked the first time I visited the Melting Pot...delicious!!! Danielle and I went and had great yummy food. It was fun and quickly became a tradition.

27- Dad, myself, Danielle and another old friend went to the Melting Pot...daddy paid! LOL. It was once again delicious.

28- I had plans to go with Danielle and Amy, however at the last minute it ended up being just myself and Amy, due to a family emergency with Danielle. It was still yummy, but just not the same without Danielle....which led to a redo in November for her anniversary. :o)

This year will be my last of the 20's....I'm thinking I want to go out with my 20's in a big way. I am hoping to plan a vacation, possibly a cruise....who knows...but I do know it will involve relaxation and drinking.

Prepare for 30 though....I should be getting awesome knee high boots from Mom (you know you remember!), and I will be having a 30th B'day Party...since my last one was when I turned 13 and had confetti shoved down my pants. lol....I need a re-do.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Living in the Mess

So I officially moved into my own apartment this past Saturday.....and it is a MESS!

I throughly LOVE IT though. I have no one to answer to, but me! It's an incredible feeling to wake up alone and to sit on my couch and watch a movie or make dinner by myself. I wasn't sure I was going to enjoy living alone, but honestly it has been one of the best decisions of my life.

I got snowed in my first real night at home, and waking up to that was kinda a shock, when you have no cable or internet...you feel cut off from the world.

I have gotten my bedroom completely unpacked and organized, as well as my bathroom. My kitchen for the most part is done....except for the piles of boxes that need to be trashed. My living room is another story....its a disaster and frankly I am so tired and sore it may stay that way for a couple more days.

I'll post pictures in the coming days of my new home.

Thursday, February 26, 2009

In Memoriam


My wonderful grandmother, Muriel, passed away December 21, 2008. She was the driving force for my mom and I. She was one of the strongest people I have EVER met. She survived numerous bouts of cancer and never gave up fighting. She often had a motto, "Never Give Up, Never Surrender." This is something I strive to do in my every day life.

My "Nana," fell ill over Thanksgiving 2008. She was supposed to fly to my mother's in Florida on the Saturday before Turkey Day and I was set to surprise her on Wednesday. Those plans never came to fruition. I got a phone call from my mother on Friday morning, informing me Nana was in the hospital and she really didn't know the circumstances. By Friday evening, it was apparent my mother would be in a car Saturday morning to drive the 14 hours from Tampa, FL to Houston, TX. I changed my flight to leave Sunday evening, as it was the earliest I could get out and just prayed she would hold on till I got there. I made sure my mom told her I was coming and to just fight.

When I arrived in my Nana's hospital room on Sunday evening, I could barely hold it together and walked out after only a few minutes, breaking down crying. She was so frail and tiny and no amount of preparation from my family or on my part prepared me for the woman I saw before me. The last time I had seen my grandmother, she was basking in the sun in her swimsuit and being this lively woman I knew and loved. She had her vodka/tonics and loved to eat good food...she especially wanted to try Kobe beef.

Over the next 10 days, I spent remembering the woman I love and being a support for my mother...she had her good days and then there were the bad...but one thing was clear, this woman was going to fight.

My mom fell ill on the Saturday before I left TX which was ironic, because my entire family thought I would have been the one who ended up the hospital, due to the fact I could keep no food down. Mom came back from visiting my grandmother that morning and I was preparing for us to go out and spend a little time together. She was not herself and in a lot of pain and nauseous. I finally all but forced her to get in the car and drove her to the hospital. I am not a person who can handle throw-up or blood, but for the sake of my mother, I stayed by herside while she constantly got sick and they drew blood. The admitted her for the evening, having no idea what was wrong with her. The next day it became apparent, in my eyes, her appendix was the culprit. My mother, according to her doctors, has me to thank for her life...which seriously how come I'm not getting paid the doctors fee if I figured that out!

I came back home, because I couldn't afford to miss anymore time from work on December 2, the same day they released my grandmother from the hospital. My mother was released the next day. Over the next several weeks, my mom stayed in Texas to care for my grandmother and help her get back on her feet. Nana was out of the hospital approx. 1 week before being re-admitted. My mom and uncle tried to put her in a rehabilitation facility, however their resources were not enough to care for my grandma, so back to the hospital she went. My mom says that on December 20th, my grandmother looked at her and said "Stacey, let me go." It was the last thing she said.

I think my grandmother held on as long as she could. I'm the only grandchild that said goodbye in person to my grandmother, however I know my brother wanted to be there and I regret telling him not to come, because I really thought she would pull out of it. I went to church the night before she passed and prayed not only to God, but to my grandfather (my Nana's husband) to please come take her, to end her pain and to allow her to watch over those she loved. Sunday morning I was with my best friend, Danielle, when I got the call that she had passed. I can honestly say that if Danielle had not been there to catch me before I fell I don't know what I would have done. I knew when I left Texas, I wouldn't see Nana again, but you just can't prepare yourself for that loss.

Nana was my everything and my mother's too. My mother is one of my best friends and she had the same relationship with my grandmother. I hope to one day have that with my daughter, if I ever have one. Nana never got to see my get married, though she tried to marry me off to every doctor in the hospital during my time there. She never got to see my have children. She never got to see me do a lot of things, but one thing is for sure, she is watching over me and smiling because she knows I am strong and will accomplish all my wants and desires. For you Nana....I will have that Kobe Beef, while wearing my red Prada purse and think of you with love. You are missed everyday.

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

Time For Change

For the last 5 years I have worked for a company tracking commercial real estate through-out the country. While I am not leaving the company....I will be handling a different region.

When I started with my company in January 2004, and I covered Indianapolis market.

October 2004- August 2005, I covered the Memphis market.

From August 2005 to Febuary 2006 I opened 21 expansion markets with a team of 40 other researchers, these markets included: Providence, Hartford, Richmond, Hampton Roads, Greensboro/Winston-Salem, Greenville-Spartanburg, Toledo, Western Michigan, Milwaukee/Madison, Minneapolis/St. Paul, SW Florida, Birmingham, Tulsa, Oklahoma City, San Antonio, Tuscon, Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.

Febuary 2006 to November 2006, I covered the Cleveland market

From November 2006 to August 2007, I covered the Central/Southern New Jersey market.

I was promoted from Research Associate to Certified Analyst during my tenure on NJ. In August 2007 I was transferred to part of our Quality Control department to evaluate peers on there updating and phone calls. I remained on that team for a year, when I was transferred back to Research, while maintaing my title as Certified Analyst.

From August 2008 to Febuary 2009, I covered the Nashville market.

Our company is currently putting major focus on 6 trouble markets, one of which I opened in my expansion. Salt Lake City, UT....home to the mormons. I start Monday, March 2, 2009 with different goals and responsibilities, as well as a whole new schedule for my hours. I'm not looking forward to the later hours that I'll be working, but am up for the challenge of pulling this market out of the hole it appears to be in. Wish me luck....I'm gonna need it.

Tuesday, February 24, 2009

My Two Best Friends

Tamera, Myself and Danielle.....we are the CPP. If you don't know...well then clearly you aren't worthy.

I have known Danielle for over 9 years. We met in college while pledging Delta Phi Epsilon. Danielle is often known and called D, by her friends. She is my best friend and my sister. She is that person you know you can ALWAYS turn to and she will ALWAYS be there for you, whether it be a helping hand, shoulder to cry on, or an ear to listen.

Tamera and I met about 8 years ago. I actually met her through Danielle. Tamera is often called T. She is my best friend and the person I often turn to when I need a laugh. She is blunt, honest and funny as hell. Sometimes her humor really isn't meant to be humorous, but well we don't have blonde moments with T....they are merely Tamera moments.


I love my CPP best friends. I don't know what I would do without them. They are my backbone, my rocks. My laughter, my tears.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

The Before





The pictures are my new home before I actually move in next weekend. In order of pictures: bathroom (1), kitchen (3), bedroom (4 including the closet), and the living room (3). This weekend has been one of moving. I have purchased a kitchen table and chairs as well as a tall dresser, since I have a minor obsession with clothes. I have moved a TON of stuff over to my house, and finished putting together my bathroom and kitchen. I am really looking forward to the move and will post pictures of the completed project...once its done.





Friday, February 20, 2009

On the Move


I will be moving into my first apartment...ON MY OWN.

For the last 2+ years I have lived with a great guy... Chris. He and I met on Craigslist, while I was looking for a new place to live...and while he had never lived with a girl roommate before, we fast became like brother and sister. He recently got engaged to a great girl and I couldn't be happier for them.

This engagement and the subsequent marketing of the house for sale....proved I needed to move. I looked into another roommate situation, but then decided I needed/WANTED to be on my own. I didn't want to have to report to anyone what I was doing, when I was coming home, who was coming over (i.e.-spending the night). I found a perfect little one bedroom apartment in the bottom level of an old row home. I am excited. I have never had my "own space" before. Someplace I can decorate how I want....with my mothers input of course. LOL.

I look forward to this new adventure in my life, but will always remember the past adventures with the sometimes great and sometimes horrible roommates.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

101 in 1001


The Mission: Complete 101 preset tasks in a period of 1001 days.
The Criteria: Tasks must be specific (ie. no ambiguity in the wording) with a result that is either measurable or clearly defined. Tasks must also be realistic and stretching (ie. represent some amount of work on my part).
Why 1001 Days? Many people have created lists in the past - frequently simple goals such as New Year's resolutions. The key to beating procrastination is to set a deadline that is realistic. 1001 Days (about 2.75 years) is a better period of time than a year, because it allows you several seasons to complete the tasks, which is better for organising and timing some tasks such as overseas trips or outdoor activities.
Some common goal setting tips:
1. Be decisive. Know exactly what you want, why you want it, and how you plan to achieve it.
2. Stay Focused. Any goal requires sustained focus from beginning to end. Constantly evaluate your progress.
3. Welcome Failure. Frequently, very little is learned from a venture that did not experience failure in some form. Failure presents the opportunity to learn and makes the success more worthy.
4. Write down your goals. It clarifies your thinking and reinforces your commitment.
5. Keep your goals in sight. Review them frequently, and ensure that they are always at the forefront of your thinking.


Start date-2/18/09
BOLD: Completed
ITALIC: In progress

1.
Join a kickball team (Completed 10/22/09)
2. Start saving instead of always spending
3. Learn to play the piano
4. Take a photography class
5. Go back to Vegas
6. Go to Hersey Park
7. Buy a MAC
8. Take dance lessons
9. Go on a cruise
10. Get a massage once a month for 6 months (6/6) (completed 3/11/11)
11. See a band/singer from my childhood. (completed 5/29/11)
12. Reunite with old friends (completed 6/18/10)
13. Learn to ski/snowboard (completed 12/13/09)
14. Go to WV to visit family (completed 8/15/09)
15. Eat at a 5 star restaurant (completed 6/18/10)
16. Find the perfect wedge heels (completed)
17. Keep my finger nails painted for an entire week (8/1/10)
18. Train for a 5K
19. Watch Gone with the Wind (completed 4/14/09)
20. Watch a documentary
21. Make dinner everyday for a month
22. Have my brother visit me for a long weekend
23. Attend a gym class alone
24. Go whitewater rafting
25. See a musical on Broadway
26. Host a girls day brunch
27. Go to a rodeo
28. Subscribe to a Fitness Magazine
29. Visit 1 of the 7 Wonders of the World
30. Make a homemade Mojito
31. Skydive
32. Go kayaking on the Severn
33. Go rollerblading
34. Get a new hairdo (Completed 10/24/09)
35. Get another Tattoo
36. Go a month without drinking alcohol (completed 8/19/09)
37. Bungee Jump
38. Host a birthday party
39. Buy a plant and keep it alive for at least 6 months (Completed 10/04/09)
40. Go on a picnic
41. Try 7 Vegetarian recipes (5/7)
42. Play a round of golf.
43. Go to the Art Museum in DC
44. Drink a Bloody Mary
45. Go to restaurant week (completed 8/20/10)
46. Visit Martha's Vineyard
47. Go to a Hockey game

48. Learn how to change a tire
(completed 7/1/09)
49. Purchase a queen sized bed
50. See a movie by myself
51. Buy something in an antique store
52. Go to a psychic
53. Go Ice Skating in Central Park
54. Read a biography
55. Stay at a Bed and Breakfast on the Eastern Shore
56. Take daily vitamins for 3 months straight
57. Watch the sunrise
58. Drink a bottle of wine older than I am
59. Go to an 80's cover band concert
60. Go to Preakness
61. Go to a Navy Football game
62. Host a game night
63. Volunteer at a nursing home
64. Donate any clothing that I haven't worn in the past 6 months

65. Walk for charity
66. Have a facial (completed 12/12/09)
67. Become a semi-pro on internet surfing
68. Get my passport
69. Floss everyday for a month
70. Go to the Planetarium
71. Go to Denver (completed 6/15/10)
72. Take family photos
73. Go to an Eagles game in Philly
74. Pay for the person behind me at the toll
75. Whiten my teeth everyday for a week
76. Plant an herb garden
77. Go to a stand up comedy show (completed 3/13/09)
78. Make a scrapbook
79. Take a day trip to the beach (completed 7/22/11)
80. Go to the Renaissance festival
81. Go to an auction
82. Take the stairs instead of the elevator at work
83. Drink 8 glasses of water a day for 7 days straight
84. Find the perfect right hand ring (completed 8/2010)
85. Go to a Yankee's game (completed 4/28/10)
86. Monogram something
87. Finish my nephew's baby blanket
88. Buy a new car (completed 09/10/09)
89. Gamble in Atlantic City
90. Try a new cuisine every 3 months
91. Fly in a helicopter
92. Be in two places at the same time
93. Do the Polar Bear Plunge (completed 1/30/10)
94. Use my re-usable grocery store bags more than once
95. Carve a pumpkin (completed 10/25/09)
96. Go berry/fruit picking
97. Take a pottery class
98. Buy a mop/swiffer (completed 3/2/09)
99. Fly a kite
100. Take a cooking class
101. Donate $100 to charity for every task not completed (going big, more reason to complete them all!).

The Lovely Ladies of Mayhem

The lovely ladies to the left, Meg, Melissa, myself, Tammy, Jen and Erin.

These ladies came into my life, when I really needed them. They are in fact my "mayhem" women. We laugh, we laugh some more, party and enjoy the single life. Well Mel is married with a baby on the way and Jen seems to be the one of us to settle into a relationship with a genuinely great guy.

I met Mel first via another person. My introduction to Jen came next....with the infamous words from Mel to her..."If Auddie had a penis...you would date her." High praise I must say! Next came Meg and Tammy at a joint b'day for me and Tammy....us Virgo's are a day apart. Then Erin...and I must say our meeting was memorable in the back of a cab. LOL. I love all these girls and well am glad to call them my friends.

Monday, February 16, 2009

Starting the process


So I figure that everyone is doing it, and its a good way to keep my thoughts in check....I should join a blog.

I am not sure what you should write here. How much in depth into your life you should divulge. Let's see. I am single...it seems to be the way I am destined to be. Every time I have a man come into my life...they ALWAYS seem to be that apple that fell from the tree. Bruised, damaged and just not ripe...and I seem to often end up damaged after the relationships end.

The one time a decent man comes into my life, I do everything to sabotage it. Something in my DNA seems to believe I don't deserve a kind, honest, sensitive man....so for now I am destined to date the frogs in order to find my prince.