Haven't posted in a while...just haven't had the time or mindset to do so...so here goes...
Most exciting news is that I went to WEBS to hear the Yarn Harlot speak with Ceebs and another woman from our Wednesday knitting group. Nothing like spending the day with wonderful women, a fantastic author and TONS of yarn. It was a much needed good time.
Looking forward to knitting tonight, have a sock to finish (almost done) and ready to cast on the next one. I'm truly on a sock knitting kick...I have 2 baby blankets to knit...just can't put sock yarn down...must resist...
Work has been out of control busy and doesn't look like it will get any calmer any time soon. Such is the curse of the working class. Work, it is truly the curse of the knitting class. :)
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
Friday, April 18, 2008
TGIF!!!
So happy it is Friday! Our weekend plans have been cancelled, not going down to NJ to see my college roommate tomorrow. Instead we are going to focus on us. Something that REALLY needs to be done. I haven't slept much in the past couple of days which isn't helping either. I just feel like crawling under a rock and letting the world pass me by. Which of course, I won't do.
Had my abdominal ultrasound today. He said my gallbladder walls looked a little thicker than normal and there was a spot that they didn't like, but tried to assure me it was nothing.
That rock is sounding better and better...
Had my abdominal ultrasound today. He said my gallbladder walls looked a little thicker than normal and there was a spot that they didn't like, but tried to assure me it was nothing.
That rock is sounding better and better...
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
6 years & 1 day
Happy day after Tax Day! Tax Day is officially my anniversary with Steve. Been together 6 years, not always perfect, but I do care about him more than anyone else. I bought him the traditional 12 pack of Sam Adams (this time Sam Summer) for each year we have been together...lots a lot of beer. It was waiting for him when he went downstairs yesterday morning.
The day wasn't too great We've been going through a tough time recently and I was truly hoping he would have planned something pretty special to help us both remember why we are together. Didn't happen. He got me a couple of cards, that we pretty cute and funny, and took me to dinner...sushi. Love sushi and this is the place of our first date but it didn't feel special. I had given him a HUGE hint about a Pandora bracelet I wanted. He told me he had thought that we could have gone together to pick it out (my idea), but he never acted on it. Just wasn't the day I was expecting.
Went to the doctor this morning. I have to go for yearly blood work tomorrow (6:30 am b/c I have a 7:30 conference call) and an ultrasound on Friday to make sure my gall bladder is okay. Joy of joys!
Softball starts tonight, not that I can play b/c my shoulder is killing me...may have to go to PT for that.
Maybe someday, something will just feel like its going right... grrrr...at least its supposed to be warm over the next couple of days...
The day wasn't too great We've been going through a tough time recently and I was truly hoping he would have planned something pretty special to help us both remember why we are together. Didn't happen. He got me a couple of cards, that we pretty cute and funny, and took me to dinner...sushi. Love sushi and this is the place of our first date but it didn't feel special. I had given him a HUGE hint about a Pandora bracelet I wanted. He told me he had thought that we could have gone together to pick it out (my idea), but he never acted on it. Just wasn't the day I was expecting.
Went to the doctor this morning. I have to go for yearly blood work tomorrow (6:30 am b/c I have a 7:30 conference call) and an ultrasound on Friday to make sure my gall bladder is okay. Joy of joys!
Softball starts tonight, not that I can play b/c my shoulder is killing me...may have to go to PT for that.
Maybe someday, something will just feel like its going right... grrrr...at least its supposed to be warm over the next couple of days...
Monday, April 14, 2008
Ah, Monday again?!
Actually, I'm glad its Monday. Had a rough weekend that really shook my entire being to the core. Things that you hope for and depend on are not always what they seem. Sorry for being cryptic but it is just too painful to even type about.
I did give blood which is a good thing. It wasn't too bad, although I have a decent bruise on my right arm. Hey, if someone could donate pints that ended up in my mom, I can do the same for someone else.
Thursday was my boss's 50th birthday. He was out of town so we decorated his office on Friday. He laughed when he saw it. Gave me some good ideas for someone's 40th birthday coming up next month.
Today is our first softball scrimmage. Not that I can play with my shoulder hurting like it is. We had a practice the same day 6 years ago which is when I finally admitted I had a thing for Steve. Which means our 6 year anniversary is tomorrow. Funny to think about things that happened 6 years ago, especially in light of where I am today. Actually, I don't want to think about it too much...see 1st paragraph of this post.
*Sigh* what can one girl do?
I did give blood which is a good thing. It wasn't too bad, although I have a decent bruise on my right arm. Hey, if someone could donate pints that ended up in my mom, I can do the same for someone else.
Thursday was my boss's 50th birthday. He was out of town so we decorated his office on Friday. He laughed when he saw it. Gave me some good ideas for someone's 40th birthday coming up next month.
Today is our first softball scrimmage. Not that I can play with my shoulder hurting like it is. We had a practice the same day 6 years ago which is when I finally admitted I had a thing for Steve. Which means our 6 year anniversary is tomorrow. Funny to think about things that happened 6 years ago, especially in light of where I am today. Actually, I don't want to think about it too much...see 1st paragraph of this post.
*Sigh* what can one girl do?
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Not again...
After a tough weekend (Steve being out of town, dealing with a few family things, "visiting" mom), the tough times just don't end...
My dad called this afternoon. He had an appointment with a nephrologist today to follow up on blood work that his doctor did and didn't like the results of. He found out that his kidney function is very low (about 25 - 30 %). They have no idea why and are running a bunch of follow up tests to help determine the cause and course of action.
Kidney failure is something my family has dealt with and seen first hand. It is not a pleasant diagnosis and watching someone you care for go through it is absolutely horrible. I can only hope and pray that the cause is something minor and not serious.
Of all things to be wrong with him, kidney problems is not something we are ready to deal with again. Its been just over 2 years since Mom lost her fight...and now it looks like we may be fighting something potentially serious with Dad. Not that their general health is in any way related, its hard to not think about what she went through. The memories and wounds are just too fresh...
If someone is looking out for this family, please put in a good word for us and for him...
My dad called this afternoon. He had an appointment with a nephrologist today to follow up on blood work that his doctor did and didn't like the results of. He found out that his kidney function is very low (about 25 - 30 %). They have no idea why and are running a bunch of follow up tests to help determine the cause and course of action.
Kidney failure is something my family has dealt with and seen first hand. It is not a pleasant diagnosis and watching someone you care for go through it is absolutely horrible. I can only hope and pray that the cause is something minor and not serious.
Of all things to be wrong with him, kidney problems is not something we are ready to deal with again. Its been just over 2 years since Mom lost her fight...and now it looks like we may be fighting something potentially serious with Dad. Not that their general health is in any way related, its hard to not think about what she went through. The memories and wounds are just too fresh...
If someone is looking out for this family, please put in a good word for us and for him...
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Knit on!!!
Well, the boy is out of town so I've been catching up on reading and knitting. Not that I can't do it when he's around, but the house is quiet and I need to keep busy.
Last night went to the knit-in a the lys with bf and finished my latest pair of socks! I'm completely addicted to knitting worsted/sport weight socks on 2 circular needles. Bought the yarn for the next pair, but I'm branching out and doing 2 color socks this time...this should be interesting. I also bought yarn for my cousin's new daughter who was born on 4/1!!! Don't have the needle for it, but I ordered that today. I casted on my next sock (not worsted weight) but I haven't done anything else on it. I have a sock 1/2 finished that is stewing b/c I dropped a stitch and I just don't feel like dealing with it yet.
Tonight, I need to go to the mall and then I'm tackling this new sock. I can't wait!!! Especially since I've been having a crappy day at work...grrrr...
Knit on!!!
Last night went to the knit-in a the lys with bf and finished my latest pair of socks! I'm completely addicted to knitting worsted/sport weight socks on 2 circular needles. Bought the yarn for the next pair, but I'm branching out and doing 2 color socks this time...this should be interesting. I also bought yarn for my cousin's new daughter who was born on 4/1!!! Don't have the needle for it, but I ordered that today. I casted on my next sock (not worsted weight) but I haven't done anything else on it. I have a sock 1/2 finished that is stewing b/c I dropped a stitch and I just don't feel like dealing with it yet.
Tonight, I need to go to the mall and then I'm tackling this new sock. I can't wait!!! Especially since I've been having a crappy day at work...grrrr...
Knit on!!!
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Me a blogger?
Here goes nothing...thought I would set up a blog, not sure I'll really give out the address...but it gives me a chance to vent and share things with the larger world...
Thought I would share the significance of the title of my blog...
Butterflies - symbol of my mom, she used it in business (travel agent) and always loved them. Used to be completely freaked out by them, but now that she's gone, its like she sends them to me to let me know she's looking after me.
Bees - symbol of both of my grandmothers, both of them were named Beatrice and always used to tell people that their name was Bea, just like a bumblebee. One was a knitter and the other crocheted and did needlepoint. Haven't picked up the needlepoint and crocheting as a hobby, but man do I love knitting.
Anyways, post 1 done...let's see if I can do this regularly...
TTFN
Thought I would share the significance of the title of my blog...
Butterflies - symbol of my mom, she used it in business (travel agent) and always loved them. Used to be completely freaked out by them, but now that she's gone, its like she sends them to me to let me know she's looking after me.
Bees - symbol of both of my grandmothers, both of them were named Beatrice and always used to tell people that their name was Bea, just like a bumblebee. One was a knitter and the other crocheted and did needlepoint. Haven't picked up the needlepoint and crocheting as a hobby, but man do I love knitting.
Anyways, post 1 done...let's see if I can do this regularly...
TTFN
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