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Saturday, December 22, 2007

Rocco's Modern Life

Haha yes I know this was a cartoon show forever ago but I'm pretty much living it right now. Rocco is Nicole and Chad's dog and I'm dog/house sitting for the next week. And I have to say that Nicole has told me many things about the habits of young Rocco, but I didn't always believe them.

Main example: Nicole leaves the tv on when Rocco's home alone because she's said he actually watches it. Never really believed it till today. I came home from the basketball game flipped the tv channel from animal planet (Rocco's preferred channel =P) and nothing was really on. The only thing I could find at the time was 101 dalmations and it had just started. So I'm sitting here watching, Rocco's on his dog bed. and oh yes, the pup does WATCH tv!! He bobs his head up and down and barks back at the dogs. Its hilarious. He has reactions to the scary Cruella and I'm amazed. Never again will I doubt this. haha

Friday, December 21, 2007

House Sitting

So tonight is my first night of house sitting for Nicole. and i have to say it makes me want my dog even more than i have before. To have a puppy to come home and play with, to cuddle with and have keep you company is such a great thing. Rocco, Nicole's dog, is such an amazing pup. ANd yet he's 70 pounds....haha some pup.

But her pup just makes me realize more and more how much i want a dog of my own. Well I relocate to a new place in May , so in 5 short months I will hopefully have a place that I can keep a dog and not worry about him being locked up all day. So its only a matter of time till I finally get my pup.

But besides the house sitting and my fun with Rocco I got some more AMAZING news today. I get into work today to find an email from Joe. And the email says that he was in Germany and catching a plane home in about an hour (the email was sent at 3am PST) So then about 6pm this evening I get a phone call from Joe and he is finally stateside!! :-)

I can't express how unbelievably happy I am that he is home safe and sound. And soon he'll be back on the west coast. Joe if you're reading this....I can't wait to see you :-)

Thursday, December 20, 2007

A New Day, A New Hair Color

So its Thursday night. I'm almost through my week and the holidays are upon us. So in honor of all the slowing down in my life this week....I had a burst of random inspiration. The inspiration.....was to color my hair.

Yes. I did. I colored it. By myself. And it actually turned out well. I went a little bit darker than my natural color and now I have a light brown color with a tint of red to it. And I like it. No pictures yet, but I will post when I have some.

But I thought I'd share the news. I dont know what caused me to do it. About a week ago I was saying to myself how I needed to lighten my hair because it had been so long since I'd done that. Then I started getting compliments about how my hair was looking darker and everyone really liked it. So I thought I'd add a little bit of warmth to it and give it a boost. So I have. And now time will tell whether I really like it or if this was just whim.

Post your thoughts. :-)

Tuesday, December 18, 2007

Friendships

I received this from my Aunt Marty today and thought that it was worth posting it here. I find it very fitting at this point in my life. Its definitely been a time where I have learned the value of friendship, and that some people will stick around and others will fade away. Those that stay with us remain because they are supposed to be there....and those that fade into the past are those that came in and taught us something we were meant to learn, but may have no place in our future.....



People come into your life for a reason, a season or a lifetime. When you know which one it is, you will know what to do for that person.

When someone is in your life for a REASON, it is usually to meet a need you have expressed. They have come to assist you through a difficulty, to provide you with guidance and support, to aid you physically, emotionally or spiritually. They may seem like a godsend and they are They are there for the reason you need them to be. Then, without any wrongdoing on your part or at an inconvenient time, this person will say or do something to bring the relationship to an end. Sometimes they die. Sometimes they walk away. Sometimes they act up and force you to take a stand. What we must realize is that our need has been met, our desire fulfilled, their work is done. The prayer you sent up has been answered and now it is time to move on.

Some people come into your life for a SEASON, because your turn has come to share, grow or learn. They bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy. Believe it, it is real. But only for a season.

LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons, things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. It is said that love is blind but friendship is clairvoyant. Thank you for being a part of my life, whether you were a reason, a season or a lifetime.

Sunday, December 16, 2007

Holiday Party


So my work holiday party was last weekend and I have finally gotten a few of the pictures back from friends who actually had a functioning camera that evening. So I am posting a few of them to share as some should remain hidden away forever. haha. Gotta say it was an amazing night and it was some much needed fun and relaxation. Enjoy the pics!




























An Ode to the Flat Screen TV

After a year and a half of waiting and pining....I have finally splurged and bought myself a FLATSCREEN TV!! Yes thats right. A beautiful 42" Flat Screen HDTV :-)

I'm so excited right now. I had to just make a short little blog about it. Cuz its beautiful. And its about damn time I decided to spoil myself with something I've wanted for SOOOOO LONG!! I will definitely be posting pictures of the blessed event as my mom and I took pictures as we unpacked and set it up :-) haha CHEERS!!

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ME!