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Saturday, November 21, 2009
4:57PM
Today is better. Trying to be proactive. I went to the optometrist. I cried through most of it, but the good news is NO GLAUCOMA and NO CATARACTS. I thought I was a basketcase because it's been ongoing suck. Apparently, my last visit was a tough one too. I just don't remember.
More good news - Tsunami and I will be seeing Elton John and Billy Joel after all! *knock on wood* We have to wait until February, but it's better than a cancellation.
Tonight I'm meeting up with Cherice for some much needed girlfriend time. (She was a no-show.)
Friday, November 20, 2009
11:43AM
Another good thing... I finally finished Hocus Pocus, and can now start the second Dream Eaters book that Miss Tiffany loaned out to me. Wish I had it here at school with me...
10:38AM
On top of all that has been happening, the little things are really overwhelming me. C had his folder/organizer stolen at school and instead of consoling him, I went off on him. The next morning, I apologized and we talked about it. He understands, but I still feel like a jerk.
On the bright side, I found an old gift card from Target that they issued for a refund some months back, so I was able to use it for a replacement. I didn't buy another one of the leather ones. I couldn't find the same one anyway. I did, however, find a cheaper one and I was able to write his name on it with a Sharpie. It cost about half of what I paid for the first one, and after using the card, only put me out three bucks.
Also, I had some of a gift card left for Trader Joe's, so I went there to do some shopping. I haven't done much shopping lately, and it felt good to wander the aisles and not really stress about spending too much. I splurged on Italian chestnuts to roast for the holidays, a little culinary adventure for me. Also picked up some of C's favorites. All told, I only dropped about $20 myself.
It's hard keeping my spirits up. I love the holidays, I really do. They just don't seem to love me. I'm working hard to be proactive to find joy to share with my kid, so when I got an email promoting discounted tickets for the 5th Avenue production of White Christmas, I jumped at the chance - another splurge.
So looking forward to spending Thanksgiving with Nicole and her family, then Christmas shopping with Rene'. After that comes White Christmas, then the Nutcracker (tickets, thanks to FarMor), then Monica moves here (instead of someone moving AWAY), and hopefully I will find ways to fill the rest of the time until the sun returns.
Friday, November 6, 2009
8:40AM
Devastated. Taking a break.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
8:33AM
Migraine lingers. I'm sure it's stress. My inspection is tomorrow and I'm scrambling to purge, purge, purge. Cherice put most of my papers into three boxes and I managed to go through the smallest of the three last night. I still don't have a vacuum and I'm wishing I had more time to shop around.
Nancy and RC are having a going-away gathering tonight and I was really hoping to make it, but it sure doesn't look good. Not sure I'd want to do karaoke with my head raging anyway.
Just trying to keep looking forward. Thanksgiving isn't far away and I can't wait!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
12:15AM
I've gotten another migraine. I woke up with it on Monday morning and it continues to linger. I need to keep better track of these.
Usually, they're in my left eye. This one has been at the base of my head/top of my neck off to the left. It arrived with a bit of an earache. Just tonight, it's taking over my left eye.
On a brighter note, C no longer has a fever, just a cough. I emailed his school nurse to see about sending him to school tomorrow. It won't be 24 hours since his fever broke, but pretty close. We'll see. Better safe than sorry... I just hate for him to fall behind.
Current mood:  in pain
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
7:15AM
I had a hard time sleeping last night. I'm working on my second day of the same headache and C was coughing off and on all night. His temp this morning was 101.4 (not 107.4 - definitely a typo!), so at least we're heading in the right direction.
I called in to work to get more sleep, and also to make sure C eats something during the day and keeps drinking lots of fluids. Maybe I'll get to the store this afternoon.
Monday, November 2, 2009
7:30PM
I have a thermometer now. C has a temp of 102.6. (I am not running a temp, thank goodness.) He stayed in bed and slept all day and just got up for the first time saying, "Mom, I don't know if I wet the bed or if all that is sweat, I'm so hot." So I'm doing laundry tonight. I'm so freakin' tired. I hope I can stay awake for Heroes.
I should probably run to the store. I hardly have any food in the house, not that C is really eating much.
Popsicles. Top of my list.
Maybe tomorrow.
2:42PM
I got a sympathy card for the first time in my life. It makes me feel weird.
On a brighter note, my BFF invited me and C-Monster down to her place for Thanksgiving, so I'm feeling less like an orphan. It's nice to have something to look forward to.
![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif) cosmicbandit has been my best friend since the 5th grade and I am so grateful to still have her in my life. I really love her family too. Her husband is cool and fun and her kids are sweet. I can't think of anything better than a visit with her to lift my spirits.
Also, I'm getting my "annual" inspection from the housing authority months earlier than expected. Thankfully, Cherice is coming over on Tuesday night to help kick-start my cleaning frenzy. I don't know how I'd manage without her.
( List to self... )
Current mood:  sick
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Elton John & Billy Joel POSTPONED
ELTON JOHN & BILLY JOEL
Face 2 Face
SEATTLE CONCERTS POSTPONED
Promoter Live Nation and KeyArena at Seattle Center were informed by management today that Elton John has been advised by his doctor to postpone these performances due to a serious case of e-coli bacterial infection and influenza.
Organizers of the event are working to establish a new date. All patrons who have purchased tickets for the Face 2 Face concerts on Wednesday, November 4 and Saturday, November 7 at the KeyArena are being asked to hold on to their tickets until more information is available regarding the proposed rescheduled engagements.
Sunday, October 18, 2009
7:36PM
Where did my weekend go?
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
10:52PM
I spent the latter part of my evening sitting in my living room piled with stacks and stacks of books, an early inheritance. My parents spent the weekend filling my garage with over forty boxes and bags of books along with other mysterious sundries. My stepfather is leaving on Friday, moving to New Hampshire and I wonder if I will ever see him again. I wonder if it will be easier to lose him if he is gone already.
So I continue with my folding sensation, anticipating how many times I can double over on myself before I self-destruct.
Thursday, August 20, 2009
10:01AM
This weekend, I'm having a Very Merry UnBirthday Party. I've wanted to do something big for my 40th, and it's finally happening. I'm still trying to piece together decorations - I've picked up some lawn flamingos - and doing some food planning. I have a list in my head, but every day, I seem to accomplish so little, I may be scrambling at the last minute.
For my sanity, here's my ( to do list: )
I have to figure out what to wear. I had a couple of friends that wanted to dress up as Alice and the Mad Hatter, and I got inwardly pouty at first. Now, I think it would be cool. If only I could figure out how to dress up like the Queen of Hearts. Too bad a tiara, scepter and red corset aren't in the budget.
*editing as I make progress or realize something I've forgotten
Thursday, August 6, 2009
1:38AM
I guess I haven't posted in a while. It's not that nothing's going on, just nothing I feel like sharing. I'm in a place I usually don't go until the weather gets darker, and I'm not sure why.
Monday, July 20, 2009
Okay...there's a lot to write about family from my visit, but I'm just going to talk about my unusual visit with my former stepmother. ( Read more... )
Friday, July 17, 2009
I was surprised at how many people in Kalispell have a giant copy of the Ten Commandments posted in their front yards. I wish that I had bought my camera before I arrived; I could have taken at least six or eight pictures of this oddity.
Or maybe it isn't so odd. Anyplace else you know do this? Do they think they need to remind their neighbors or something?
Thursday, July 16, 2009
6:03PM
I left Montana today and decided to drive straight through rather than stay a night in Spokane. So I'm home.
So far, it sucks.
There's glass in my window sill and a little on my floor, and I think I'm going to try to figure out how to remove my screen door completely if my landlord isn't going to replace the glass.
My search for a new place may be reinstated.... Grr.
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
10:59PM
I'm on the last leg of my road trip. It's been interesting on so many levels. Right now, I'm just south of Missoula in Florence, Montana staying with my friend Kiki and her two kids. I think I will always finish up my road trips at her place to guarantee that things end on a good note.
My plan is to leave on Thursday, stay a night in Spokane, then drive the other half on Friday. But if I can't stay with my sister or find a room I can afford, I may just do the drive in a straight shot. We'll see.
While I was here, my landlord called to let me know that the glass on my screen door was shot out and there are shots to my front window, likely from a kid across the street. I hope she takes care of it all before I return. Makes me want to stay longer.
Hey...now that's a thought...
But I have an appointment on Tuesday and tickets to see John Pizzarelli at Jazz Alley on Thursday, so if I stay... Oh, wait! There's a Game Day on Saturday.
Yep. I'll be home this weekend.
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
There's so much from my trip I want to write about, but I really don't have time. Here's a list to remind me:
The Ten Commandments
Everything is made of t
Family stuff
Brad Duncan
Hello to the hairdresser
Hello to Robin and Barb, neighbors who helped me survive my childhood
Moose's with Laura
The old lumber yard, now coffee shop
The declining nasty hotel
Norm's News and Syke's Grocery
4th of July
My brother the husband/jackass (still love him)
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
12:02AM
I got word today - FINALLY - that our waiver was accepted. C can attend school in Shoreline instead of the Seattle School District. We don't have to move! We don't have to fill out a pile of paperwork! We don't have to settle for Kamiak! This is a HUGE weight lifted! I have been stressing about this since his school went on the chopping block.
Now I can really enjoy my trip to Montana. Can't wait!!
And when I get back, my BFF will be living in the same state!
Life is good.
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