So I didn't make it very long after my last post without a smoke. I think I went 4 days but as soon as I cracked my first beer on Friday night, it was all downhill from there. They tasted like poo but I had a few more anyway. I think we're both doing pretty well by cutting back, I'm down to about 3 a day. Toddles s-mom is on Chantix, she's smoked for 32 years and is doing great. Helps that she's in Hawaii on vaca...
It's Thursday already! Today I am going dress shopping for the first time!!! My mom, sis, and I are going after work to a boutique that's having a huge sale. Then it's sushi time baby! We're going to try Sushi Train, haven't had it yet. The menu looks great!
I chopped my hair again yesterday. It's this cute little pixie bob thingy and I'm so happy that I got the cajones to do it. New hair. New dress. New sushi. It's going to be a good day!
Plus! Oh yeah, there's a plus... My dad is home from Cali for a visit and he's coming up to see us tomorrow night. Super exciting since we haven't seen him since June and that was totally pre-engagement. Also the reason I'm going dress shopping tonight and tomorrow because if I find something he can get it for me. I'm such a daddy's girl! Anyway, we're hanging out tomorrow night, I'm thinking of making meatloaf and taters and homemade bread. Yummy! He's bringing wine since he lives in Wine Country for us to try for the wedding. (394 days by the way!)
The fair is in town starting today. We'll all go on Saturday and chow down on some kind of deep fried goodness and ride risky dirty carnie rides. I'll probably do the olives and pickles, and maybe a spiral spud. I love this time of year!!! And I'm glad Dad will be here since Toddles doesn't like the rides, he and dad's gfriend can chill while we have fun. Yeehaw!
That's what the hap is with me.
9.27.2007
9.19.2007
Holy smokes batman!
I'm trying to keep myself really busy right now because I am trying to quit smoking (sshh! no one knows) and I'm having a bad craving right now.
I was just peeking at the calendar and realized that September has already flown by.
402 days until our wedding. Holy shit. Two months have already gone by. That means I've got roughly 13 months to get this all figured out. Any good advice out there? I know I've got some readers that have done this before... In all reality, I think it's going to go a lot more smoothly than I expected. I have a dress appointment tomorrow. Tomorrow night I'm meeting with his 'rents to talk about getting the deposit made on the venue. My dad will be here next weekend and I'd like to take him with me to see the place and to meet with the photographer so we can get that deposit made. Big stuff first.
I ordered my first sample invitation and I've already decided that I will make my own. I cannot believe the prices of some of them! No wonder weddings cost $28K - if I spent $4 on each invite that's almost a grand alone. My notebook is filling up with centerpieces and bridesmaid gowns and cakes. It's all very exciting! I cannot believe I get to try on wedding dresses - FINALLY!
Okay, so - got that out of my system.
Did you know that Autumn is almost here? It's a wonderful 77* here today and I am lovin every second of it. I'm making cranberry pumpkin bread tonight just to make my house smell good. I'm cheating and using a boxed mix but it looks wonderful, as long as I don't screw it up too badly!
Wish me luck on the non-smoking thing! It's been 36 hours. Go me!
I was just peeking at the calendar and realized that September has already flown by.
402 days until our wedding. Holy shit. Two months have already gone by. That means I've got roughly 13 months to get this all figured out. Any good advice out there? I know I've got some readers that have done this before... In all reality, I think it's going to go a lot more smoothly than I expected. I have a dress appointment tomorrow. Tomorrow night I'm meeting with his 'rents to talk about getting the deposit made on the venue. My dad will be here next weekend and I'd like to take him with me to see the place and to meet with the photographer so we can get that deposit made. Big stuff first.
I ordered my first sample invitation and I've already decided that I will make my own. I cannot believe the prices of some of them! No wonder weddings cost $28K - if I spent $4 on each invite that's almost a grand alone. My notebook is filling up with centerpieces and bridesmaid gowns and cakes. It's all very exciting! I cannot believe I get to try on wedding dresses - FINALLY!
Okay, so - got that out of my system.
Did you know that Autumn is almost here? It's a wonderful 77* here today and I am lovin every second of it. I'm making cranberry pumpkin bread tonight just to make my house smell good. I'm cheating and using a boxed mix but it looks wonderful, as long as I don't screw it up too badly!
Wish me luck on the non-smoking thing! It's been 36 hours. Go me!
9.13.2007
chili cheese dip
Forgot to post that dip recipe - here it is! It's great for football season!
Chili Cheese Dip
4 oz. plain cream cheese
8 oz. chive & onion cream cheese
15 oz. can of chili w/ beans
1/2 C shredded cheddar
chili powder or cayenne to taste
Mix it all together in a saucepan and heat until melted. I served mine with Scoops and it was wonderful! It was like a cheesy coney without the weiner. And bread.
Chili Cheese Dip
4 oz. plain cream cheese
8 oz. chive & onion cream cheese
15 oz. can of chili w/ beans
1/2 C shredded cheddar
chili powder or cayenne to taste
Mix it all together in a saucepan and heat until melted. I served mine with Scoops and it was wonderful! It was like a cheesy coney without the weiner. And bread.
busy girl
What is it about the end of summer that keeps me so busy? It's been hectic and I'm ready for a break!
Tuesday was Bunco night, we had a ton of fun. I finally got to show all the ladies my ring. I had to skip last month because of our vacations. I made a really yummy dip (recipe to follow) and had a good time.
Wednesday my grandparents were in town and staying the night with me. We had dinner with my aunt at Red Robin, where I accidentally tossed my whole basket of fries on me and the floor. Yay Tara! We went out for drinks afterwards (I have such a cool family!) and hung out, not too late though. It was fab because I never get to spend that kind of time with that set of g'rents. We went home and my phone rang all night because two of my (stupidish) friends got pulled over and one went to jail. Everyone expected me to bail him out but I stayed in bed, I had company after all. I think that's why I'm so tired today, between Pedroski and the phoneski I didn't sleep much at all.
Today, I should have napped at lunch but I didn't. I ventured out to a new place by work that I keep hearing about on the radio. It was Helen of Troy - this little Mediterranean dojo where the old Weber's was on Lewis. It was good. The peeps were nice. I had my first falafel and some yum-o fries. I can't wait to go back and try the hummus and tabbouleh, I can totally make a meal out of that. It was good though. I know I'm going to get 80% more tired because I had fried goodness for lunch.
I am going home and vegging out tonight, my guests are gone and I have a clean house. I don't have any plans except a date with me and Big Brother 8.
This weekend I'm doing the Race for the Cure... I am really excited about it!!! My first marathon of any kind and I have met my goal of raising $200. I'll let you know how that goes.
I'm going to pretend like I'm working now, too bad I don't have long hair anymore. I would so make a hair curtain and doze at my desk...
Happy Turday...
Tuesday was Bunco night, we had a ton of fun. I finally got to show all the ladies my ring. I had to skip last month because of our vacations. I made a really yummy dip (recipe to follow) and had a good time.
Wednesday my grandparents were in town and staying the night with me. We had dinner with my aunt at Red Robin, where I accidentally tossed my whole basket of fries on me and the floor. Yay Tara! We went out for drinks afterwards (I have such a cool family!) and hung out, not too late though. It was fab because I never get to spend that kind of time with that set of g'rents. We went home and my phone rang all night because two of my (stupidish) friends got pulled over and one went to jail. Everyone expected me to bail him out but I stayed in bed, I had company after all. I think that's why I'm so tired today, between Pedroski and the phoneski I didn't sleep much at all.
Today, I should have napped at lunch but I didn't. I ventured out to a new place by work that I keep hearing about on the radio. It was Helen of Troy - this little Mediterranean dojo where the old Weber's was on Lewis. It was good. The peeps were nice. I had my first falafel and some yum-o fries. I can't wait to go back and try the hummus and tabbouleh, I can totally make a meal out of that. It was good though. I know I'm going to get 80% more tired because I had fried goodness for lunch.
I am going home and vegging out tonight, my guests are gone and I have a clean house. I don't have any plans except a date with me and Big Brother 8.
This weekend I'm doing the Race for the Cure... I am really excited about it!!! My first marathon of any kind and I have met my goal of raising $200. I'll let you know how that goes.
I'm going to pretend like I'm working now, too bad I don't have long hair anymore. I would so make a hair curtain and doze at my desk...
Happy Turday...
9.07.2007
friday fun #10
Today's theme is alcohol... Yay! I took it from a myspace thangy.
1.First time you ever drank?
Probably around 14.
2. More of a beer or liquor person?
I like to mix it up!
3. What type of drunk are you?
Funny and happy most of the time.
4. Favorite Mixed Drink?
Crown and diet.
5. Favorite Beer?
Chimay blue label.
6. Favorite Shot:
Royal peach or ass in the grass.
7. Top 5 Favorite beers (if applicable):
*Miller Lite
*Boulevard Wheat
*Chimay
*Killians
*Harp
8. More of a Bar or Club person:
bar
9. Alcohol you absolutely despise:
Not much of it.
10. Ever bought a stranger a drink:
Yes.
11. Been thrown out of a bar/club for fighting?
Maybe.
12. Ever make out with someone in front of a cheering crowd?
Not in a really, really long time.
13. Ever buy a round for random people:
Sometimes, when the shots are cheap!
14. Best band you've seen while drinking:
Jamie Liddell and Beck last summer.
15. Ever danced on the bar/stage:
Oh yeah!
16. Best town/area to drink in??
Not really sure, aren't most of them good?
17. Do you forget a lot of what happens during a night of hard drinking?
Sometimes...
18. Ever been drunk around your parents?
Yepper.
19. Ever pissed yourself from drinking too much?
Unfortunately.
20. What is the most shots you have had in one night?
We lost count at 18 on my 21st bday...
21. Ever drank absinthe?
Nope.
22. What gets you into trouble when you're drunk?
Arguing.
24. Can you drink your friends under the table?
No way, they are all lushes!
25. Who is your favorite person to be DRUNK with?
My Toddles!!!
1.First time you ever drank?
Probably around 14.
2. More of a beer or liquor person?
I like to mix it up!
3. What type of drunk are you?
Funny and happy most of the time.
4. Favorite Mixed Drink?
Crown and diet.
5. Favorite Beer?
Chimay blue label.
6. Favorite Shot:
Royal peach or ass in the grass.
7. Top 5 Favorite beers (if applicable):
*Miller Lite
*Boulevard Wheat
*Chimay
*Killians
*Harp
8. More of a Bar or Club person:
bar
9. Alcohol you absolutely despise:
Not much of it.
10. Ever bought a stranger a drink:
Yes.
11. Been thrown out of a bar/club for fighting?
Maybe.
12. Ever make out with someone in front of a cheering crowd?
Not in a really, really long time.
13. Ever buy a round for random people:
Sometimes, when the shots are cheap!
14. Best band you've seen while drinking:
Jamie Liddell and Beck last summer.
15. Ever danced on the bar/stage:
Oh yeah!
16. Best town/area to drink in??
Not really sure, aren't most of them good?
17. Do you forget a lot of what happens during a night of hard drinking?
Sometimes...
18. Ever been drunk around your parents?
Yepper.
19. Ever pissed yourself from drinking too much?
Unfortunately.
20. What is the most shots you have had in one night?
We lost count at 18 on my 21st bday...
21. Ever drank absinthe?
Nope.
22. What gets you into trouble when you're drunk?
Arguing.
24. Can you drink your friends under the table?
No way, they are all lushes!
25. Who is your favorite person to be DRUNK with?
My Toddles!!!
9.05.2007
case of the... wednesdays?
It's been raining for a couple of days again. It's a nice break from the intense heat we've had lately. We had a decent weekend. The fiance and I were kind of "off", everyone goes through that stuff. I talked to my dad and he and his ladyfriend were "off" too. Maybe the moon was in a bad lunar phase or something. I've realized how quickly wedding planning can take over a girl's head. It's all I think about and the event is 14 months away. I've got to stop and enjoy being engaged for a few more months before I really have to jump in the planning. So this is the last I'm going to talk about "the wedding" this week. For Toddles' sake and my own...
Peace out, I'm off to take a nap. The bossman is letting us go early and it's poker night so I've got to squeeze some good rain sleeps in real quick.
Peace out, I'm off to take a nap. The bossman is letting us go early and it's poker night so I've got to squeeze some good rain sleeps in real quick.
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