A Dog's Life

Grumpy Old Men

2007-04-28T11:02:00.000-04:00

A mini marathon! Grumpy Old Men and now Grumpier Old Men...these 2 movies are sure to put a smile on my face. I LOVE them! The only sad part is that Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon are dead. :( They had great chemistry!

Clap Clap clapclapclap!

2007-04-21T21:36:00.002-04:00

Awesome job boys! You got me the 7 runs I predicited yesterday. Unfortunately, those pesky Yanks keep putting up a fight. I love our grit and determination. These boys remind me a little of 2004...Never give up...Find a way to win. It's wonderful to see.
Beckett pitched pretty well after a shaky start. Okajima is impressing the crap out of me. Coco FINALLY did something productive at the plate. Papi drilled another. Cora shows he's a doer. And Tek. Well, Tek brings it when we play the MFYs. He is the Captain and he earns that C. Love him.
Schill was pretty shaky and has me worried. Get it together buddy.

Let's Go Red Sox!

2007-04-20T14:11:00.000-04:00

We open the series against the MFYs tonight!!!!! Let's kick some Yankee booty! Come on Schill. We need ya to be awesome tonight and for our offense to give you the run support!! Final score prediction...Us 7 Them 2

HeeHee, I'm VERY bad at predicting so let's hope I at least have the us winning right!

The Wedding

2007-04-20T14:06:00.000-04:00

OK, some of y'all may know my baby brother is getting married in August...OUTSIDE! ACK! LOL

We had to have the bridesmaids dresses ordered today...Well, I've had a craptacular week and hadn't thought about it much. I drove to Florence today to help them with their inventory and had to be there at 6am, which meant leaving at 5 am, which meant getting up by 4:30. Long story short, I'm a real bitch today. My mom calls and tells me my future sis in law thinks I'm ignoring her. I'm really not, I've been busy with work and by the time I get off, that store is closed. Well, my mom gets on my case and I warned her I was foul and she didn't let up and I went off...she hung up. I shouldn't have taken it out on her...I've got a lot going on and it just seems like I have to do what I can for everyone else, but no one ever asks me if I need anything. Being the stable one certainly has it's drawbacks.

Hooray!

2007-04-20T14:05:00.000-04:00

I just bought my plane ticket to go surprise my daddy for his 60th b-day!! Hooray!! It was super cheap too! One day I'm going to treat myself and fly first class. LOL

60th Birthdays

2007-04-18T23:07:00.000-04:00

My stepmom turns 60 in a little over a week. My Dad turns 60 on June 1 and my stepdad turns 60 in October. Yikes!!
I need to get my stepmom something nice. She's a delightful individual. I'm flying up to surprise my Dad for his birthday, so that's pretty much his gift. :) And I still have plenty of time to think of something smashing for my stepdad. He's so easy to please, but I want to knock his socks off.

If y'all think of anything awesome, let me know!!

Good Things

2007-04-16T15:48:00.000-04:00

1. My nana is doing better! Yeah!!
2. I reconnected with a cousin who I haven't talked to in over 8 years.
3. My mom is finally having her back surgery...Scary, but I have faith she'll come through with flying colors.
4. The Sox are kicking some booty!! Beckett is 3-0!!!!!!!! How freaking awesome! The boys are playing like they want to win in October...keep it up gentlemen.
5. The Yankees are NOT kicking booty and Jeter has 6 errors so far on the season. It warms my heart. :)
6. MLB Extra Innings is fan freakin tastic!!!!

Happy Easter

2007-04-08T21:57:00.000-04:00

I hope everyone had a safe and blessed Easter.

I spent much of the day at the hospital visiting my gradmother. Nana has been in and out of the hospital for the past 3 months and they can't figure out what's really wrong. She's going downhill pretty fast and it makes me so sad. It's breaking my mom's heart. *sigh* Easter is a time for miracles.

Houston We Have a Deal!!

2007-04-05T19:02:00.000-04:00

Hooray! Good news for cable customers, MLB has come to an agreement with the cable providers to carry the Extra Innings package. I get to see my beloved Sox on my new plasma HDTV!!!!!!!! Josh and Tek in High Def! WooHoo!

Depressing Opening Day

2007-04-02T20:28:00.000-04:00

The Yanks won big and we lost big. *sigh* Not my idea of a good opening day.

Schill just didn't look sharp. I hope it's not a sign of things to come. I'm counting on Josh to pull us through! We're gonna get this losing out of the way early and then kick some AL ass!!

No Longer a Home Owner

2007-03-29T19:26:00.000-04:00

*sigh*

We sold the house today. I'm still a little bummed, but it's ok. My credit card debt is now non existent except for my Pier 1 card. I also ordered flowers for my mom, the dh's mom and my bff. I'm going to buy a Coach purse and put the rest(not much) in savings.

I Want A

2007-03-28T21:44:00.000-04:00

Tahoe. I don't know why, but I want a Chevy Tahoe with OnStar. I've always wanted a Dodge Ram, but I know the dh won't let me get a Dodge(we've had bad luck with Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep).

OK, we now resume our scheduled programming!

RS opening day is Monday. I am so pumped! Beckett, Schill, Matsuzaka, Wake! Tek, Lowell, Manny, Papi! WooHoo!!!!!!!

March Is Almost Over

2007-03-26T20:40:00.000-04:00

Where did this month go?? I've been busy unpacking and setting up the apartment. I still miss my house, but I suspect I always will.
Lola loves the apt and she is so cute going up and down all the stairs. She's a good girl.

In Pier 1 news, I'm going to Savannah on Wednesday to help the new store manager there interview management candidates and just help her out. I'm thrilled my regional manager asked me to go in her place. :) It's things like that that let me know that the higher ups appreciate my hard work.

The House

2007-03-19T19:00:00.000-04:00

Well, we got a contract on the house and closing is set for March 30th. It's not what we wanted, but we couldn't sit on it forever. Everyone keep your fingers crossed that it all goes off smoothly.

Sick Day

2007-03-05T14:59:00.000-05:00

I rarely call in sick to work, but I was feeling mighty rough this morning. I feel a little better now. I still have chills and I ache, but I think it was a bug and not the flu. Blch. I'll be back at work tomorrow though. :)

RS Checks

2007-03-04T16:22:00.000-05:00

Hee Hee! I had to re order checks since we'd just moved. We normally get the plain free ones, but I wanted something a little different and since we can order online, I just looked around and lo and behold there they were. LOL! I just spent $20 to order special checks...how sad is that??
RSN is worth it though!

Sara's Wedding

2007-03-04T14:27:00.000-05:00

So beautiful. Elegant and simple. I was so happy to be part of it, even if I did look like Barney the purple dinosaur. Sara's dress was so pretty and her bouquet was perfect...all different shades of purple. Her cake was white with beautiful purple flowers.
Now she and Kevin are on their honeymoon. I wish them nothing but happiness as man and wife!
Congrats!!

Unpacking

2007-02-26T21:45:00.000-05:00

Ugh. This whole moving thing sucks. I have tons of boxes that still need unpacked. And I'm tired. And grumpy.
Blah.
Well, at least I can take comfort in the fact that Manny reported to camp today. Hooray! I am so ready for baseball season.

Sad News

2007-02-25T21:24:00.000-05:00

My sister lost her baby. I am so sad for her. It breaks my heart. My nephew didn't take the news well either. He was sad and then mad and then got matter of fact. He's 5 and so smart. He'd be a wonderful big brother. Hopefully he'll get the chance.
I love you sister.

Seriously

2007-02-22T22:42:00.000-05:00

Tonight was the absolute best epi of Grey's ever. I can't believe how unbelievable good it was. Amazing! I cried off and on through the whole damn thing!

I loved the whole Cristina part. It killed me. Denny was amazing. I wish he wasn't dead. Ellis is dead and I'm relieved...and Mer got closure in the waiting room of heaven.

I just can't believe how wrapped up in this show I get. LOL!

Still in a Hotel

2007-02-21T19:34:00.001-05:00

FYI

Still in the hotel in Columbia, BUT Good News!! I am moving into my new apartment on Friday and I get Lola back!!! WooHoo!!! I can't wait to sleep in my own bed, cook, and just cuddle with the small brown furry dog.

Sorry I haven't blogged much, I've been very busy cleaning up my new store. It's looking pretty damn good too! LOL!

Weddings

2007-02-08T22:46:00.000-05:00

I am in a wedding on March 3...it's for my dear friend Sara whom/who I adore. She's absolutely wonderful...BUT...I had to get fitted for my Matron of Honor dress today. It's a beautiful shade of purple, but unfortunately, I look like Barney in it because I'm a cow.
I had to go get fitted and I forgot to get a bra yesterday(it's strapless which just adds insult to injury)so I had to go get one at the mall in the town where the dress shop is. Greenwood, SC. It's craptastic. I honestly don't know why they bother with a mall. It's awful. Really and truly.
Soooooo, to make a long pointless story short, I look like Barney which is totally my fault and not hers, but I just felt like whining. I really am honored to be in the wedding and I would love the dress if i was say 50 pounds lighter. I'm just being a pooper.

On a happy note, she did bring her Yorkie Lucy to see me. Lucy loves her Aunt Mel!!! I got tons of puppy kisses!!

I Miss Lola

2007-02-06T21:22:00.000-05:00

Some of you may know and some may not, but I am currently residing in a hotel in Columbia, SC. I have taken over a store here and we are in the midst of selling our house. Unfortunately, my baby can't stay with me so I've had to give her to our groomers for the month. :( I HATE not having her to come home to. It makes me sad. Very, very sad.

I miss my small brown furry dog.

I'm So Happy!!

2007-02-04T21:56:00.000-05:00

WOOOOOHOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Peyton and the Colts just won the Super Bowl!!!!! I am crying I'm so happy. I couldn't have happened to a nicer team...Seriously. Tony Dungy, Peyton and the entire Colts organization deserve it.

What's even more awesome is that the Colts brought their entire staff from cafeteria workers and janitors to the Super Bowl. How freaking awesome. Classy. Simply classy.

Good Heavens!

2007-02-04T20:17:00.001-05:00

I didn't do my Grey's recap on Thursday...I apologize.

Another great one from the queen Shonda Rhimes. Callie and George went to Vegas and got hitched. Kinda funny...kinda sad. I liked how she gave us the answer to that one right away and made us wait for Burke and Cristina. WooHoo! I also like that Callie is now Callie O'Malley. Whatta hoot.

It was so sad how Mer's mom was lucid but for little more than a day. And how she lashed out at Mer for being ordinary. She expects too much. *sigh* like so many moms.

Happy Birthday JTT!

2007-02-03T19:13:00.000-05:00

Have a wonderfully delightful rest of your day! You deserve it!!!!!!!!!!!

Super Peyton!!

2007-02-03T19:10:00.001-05:00

Good Luck Peyton and the Colts!!!

Talladega Nights

2007-01-27T22:48:00.000-05:00

I may have to shoot my husband for forcing me to watch this crap. As much as I love Will Ferrell, I want to poke my eyes out. This movie is not funny. It makes no sense. Maybe it's because I don't like NASCAR, but dude, this movie sucks on all levels.

Grey's Anatomy Dish

2007-01-25T22:18:00.000-05:00

Well, that was one hell of an epi. Callie, you'd better say no and Cristina you'd better say yes.

How sweet was McDreamy at the end with Mer? I heart them. Seriously.

And Adele ?? What a hooker. Richard brought her flowers and a trinket from Tiffany and he retired. And she had a man in their house BEFORE she was divorced and then had the nerve to shut the door in his face. Not happy with her.

And I know I'm in the minority, but I love Alex and Addison together. And I knew as soon as Miranda started talking about the free clinic that Izzie was going to give her the money. I think Izzie would be awesome at running the clinic. She has too big of a heart to be a surgeon.

I love this show. Kevin came to pick up some more stuff and shows up at 9:35...I missed a few minutes of the show, but I'll just have to watch tomorrow night. LOL!

Lola

2007-01-25T10:28:00.000-05:00

My friends Sara and Kevin just came to pick up some furniture I am giving them for a sweet deal. They brought their Yorkie pup Lucy who just happens to love me. Well, Lola and Lucy had yet to meet. Not a successful meeting. Lola didn't growl or anything, she just ignored Lucy. Acted like she wasn't even there. When I was holding Lucy, Lola ignored me. Lola let it be known that she was queen dog!

Cute Dream

2007-01-25T09:22:00.000-05:00

I had the cutest dream last night about the Mannings. Hee!

My friend Nicole and I were partners with Eli Manning in a restaurant called 3 Friends Bistro. Peyton was so impressed he asked me to help him open a restaurant. Nothing naughty involved, just good fun. How cute was that? :)

Just had to share.

Whatta Game!

2007-01-21T22:24:00.000-05:00

Great job Peyton and the Colts!!! I am so happy I'm crying. Sad, yes, but Peyton Manning deserves this. He is such a good person. Go Peyton!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Last Day

2007-01-20T19:46:00.000-05:00

Today was my last day at my old store. Everyone chipped in and got me a gift card and then most of them bought me cute little things too. Most of the kids who were off today came in to tell me goodbye too. I only cried 3 times. LOL I raised good kids. :)

i'm Going to be an Aunt Again

2007-01-19T20:16:00.000-05:00

My sister just told me she's pregnant! My best friend and my sister are pregnant at the same time. I am so thrilled for both of them. My nephew is 5 and I absolutely adore him. I am so excited for them and also a little sad for myself.

Damn Theo

2007-01-19T13:32:00.000-05:00

Boston's original DirtDog, Trot Nixon, has signed with the Cleveland Indians. Tis a sad day for Red Sox nation. I have yet to meet a Sox fan who does not love and adore Trot for his heart and passion for the game. We're going to miss you Trot. All of RSN mourns today.

Got my haircut

2007-01-18T17:32:00.001-05:00

That's all...FYI

:)

Brrrrrr

2007-01-18T13:27:00.000-05:00

It's so cold here that there's freezing rain today. I know, I know it's really nothing, but for here, it's a big deal. Lola and I have been cuddling all day. I'm still in my flannel jammies. I do have to go out and about soon to get my haircut, but then I'm getting right back in them!

Go Peyton!

2007-01-13T21:48:00.000-05:00

I love me some Peyton Manning! Good Luck next week!! You either will play the San Diego super Chargers or the Pats...I'm a HUGE Sox fan as we all know, but I'm not a Pats fan. I don't hate them or anything (I hate the Eagles, 'skins and Giants though), I just don't root for them.

Good luck to all my friends' teams who are still in the mix. :)

I Hate Clowns

2007-01-12T20:46:00.000-05:00

Sorry for the randomness, but I'm watching 1vs100 and there are clowns in the mob. Ewwww.

They're evil and they must be destroyed...much like the Yankees and their fans. :)

An Open Letter

2007-01-10T09:43:00.000-05:00

If any of you nosy rosies from the JD message board stumble upon this blog, you are in for a treat.
You have totally and utterly, along with your admin, ruined a good thing. JD is a public figure who deserves a website that is professionally run. It's an embarrassment. You are all embarassments.

You have taken it upon yourselves to protect the decency of a man who needs no protection and walks his own fine line with decency. The night before his wife gave birth, he was at a wrestling match and posing with a half naked woman. We've learned to accept him as he is, flaws and all. Y'all have him up on a pedestal and he doesn't want to be there.

And y'all have a problem with a woman's blog where she was sharing her thoughts and feelings! How sad. All JTT was trying to do was get over JD in her own time and in her own way. It was no one's business. Certainly not yours.

Y'all weren't there at the beginning and you'll certainly be the reason for the end.

Vote for Lola!

2007-01-07T16:23:00.000-05:00

Please go to www.dogshowusa.com and cast your vote for my small brown furry dog!!
You'll click on View the contestants and then click on Cutest...you'll have to scroll through some pages because dogs get added all the time...she's Lola from North Augusta, SC!

Lola thanks you for your support!

Update

2007-01-07T13:12:00.000-05:00

Quick Update...

Nana is doing better and will hopefully be discharged on Monday.

Mom was NOT admitted with pneumonia...it's her sinuses coupled with her back problems so they sent her home last night.

Thanks for the thoughts!

sigh

2007-01-06T20:15:00.000-05:00

Now my mom has been admitted to the hospital...she has pneumoia. She wore herself out staying at the hospital with Nana. She's in a different hospital, too.
When it rains, it freakin pours.

My nana

2007-01-04T20:46:00.000-05:00

My Nana is in the hospital and my mom said yesterday was a very rough day. Apparently her organs were in the process of shutting down but today she was holding her own. She's going through some tests tomorrow and my mom is going to let me know so I'd appreciate some happy thoughts!

Devon Rose Damon

2007-01-04T17:31:00.000-05:00

Well, I guess congratulations are in order for the former love of my baseball life(that title is now held by none other than Jason Varitek). Johnny Damon and his wife welcomed a baby girl today. He has twins from his previous marriage so they are now older brother/sister. I wish you well JD. I just wish you'd come home to the Sox.

Procrastinating

2007-01-03T11:37:00.000-05:00

I don't want to go to work today. I'm procrastinating getting ready. Oh well...

Happy New Year!

2007-01-01T11:51:00.000-05:00

Happy New Year!

Top 5 Events of '06

2006-12-31T18:42:00.000-05:00

5. The Sox signed Beckett to a 3 year deal...I love me some Beckett!
4. The dh and I took an amazing trip to Key West in May.
3. I got to meet my EBs!
2. I got to go to FENWAY! I fell in love with Boston.
1. I got to meet my EBs! Oooops, I think I mentioned that already! LOL!

2006 was kind of a tough year marriage wise...the dh was gone to Florida for a good portion of the year and now he's in Charlotte so my wish for '07 is that he gets a stable job that makes good money and we can again live under the same roof. :)
2006 was also rough health wise on my family. I wish good health to all my family and friends this year.
2006 was a wonderful year for friendship. I strengthened my friendships with my online friends and even got to meet them, which was amazing.

God Bless all my friends and family with wonderful wishes for an amazing 2007. Hugs!

Phew!

2006-12-28T13:49:00.000-05:00

For the last week, I've been working my tail off at work for a big visit today with my regional manager and my divisional director...It went awesome!!!!!! I am so happy. My whole staff really pulled together and had a great attitude about all the arranging, etc during Christmas to get ready for our Big Winter Sale and the visit. It was my day off today too and when Robb(the DD) looked at my schedule, he asked why I wasn't on it and I told him it was my day off. He thanked me for coming in and said they'd get out of my hair so I could go home. :)

After my visit, I did go spend my gift card to Bed, Bath and Beyond and my 2 gift cards to Bath and Body Works. :) Good times!

Tired of the Crap!

2006-12-18T17:27:00.000-05:00

Pier 1 has ticked me off royally...today was the final straw. We have a ginormous sale that normally starts the Friday after Christmas. It gives us a few days to finalize set ups and sort the tags, etc. Last week we were told it would start on the 29th and today we find out it will start the 26th. What kind of crap is that???? I have to have a team of people come in at like 5 am to tag the damn thing. Pier 1 sucks.

Good News from the Doc!

2006-12-15T09:07:00.000-05:00

Dr Collins said that he thinks I am a candidate now for the ablation therapy I had done about 5-6 years ago. He says one of his colleagues has been having great success with it. I had it done when they first found out what was wrong with me and it didn't work because I had so many pathways that every time they ablated one, another popped up(I have an arrythmia known as Wolff Parkinson White AND a problem with the electrical system in my heart). He now thinks they've come far enough where it may work on me! IF it works that means no more meds! No more dizzy spells! No more funny heart rhythm!! I am going to think about it, since there's no guarantee it will work. It's good news!

Sox News

2006-12-14T00:12:00.000-05:00

Well, it seems like the deal for the Japanese pitching sensation is imminent. I really hope he lives up to the hype. I am soooooooooo ready for Spring Training. I miss the boys.

In related news, Gabe Kapler has retired. Not the best player on the Sox, but a real stand up guy. He will be managing not far from me in Greenville, SC. I'm definitely going to have to take a little road trip to give him some support!

Also, the Sox re-signed Doug Mirabelli. I do enjoy Dougie, but hon, we need you to be a little more productive this year, umKay??

Dr.'s Appointment Tomorrow

2006-12-13T10:02:00.000-05:00

Ugh, I don't want to go to the doc, but I have to go. It's my heart doc, he's in Columbia which is an hour away. He's going to get on me about my weight. I apparently have no will power. I DO need to lose weight this year...I'm sure I'll feel better and get more energy, it's just getting up and starting!

I want another dog!

2006-12-10T18:55:00.000-05:00

Lola wants another brother or sister. I think she gets lonely here all by herself. She gets so excited when our groomer picks her up because they have so many dogs there for her to play with. I think we'll adopt our next pup, too. That's how we got Max...at the Humane Society in Myrtle Beach. There are several places around here to go to...I wonder how mad the dh will be if I get one without him...Hmmmmmmm. :)

Holiday Questions

2006-12-08T18:51:00.000-05:00

Get to know me list ...

~ ~ the Holiday version ~ ~

I stole this idea from Novy !!

1.Egg Nog or Hot Chocolate? Hot Chocolate is the best!

2.Does Santa wrap presents or just sit them under the tree? Santa Baby Wraps!

3. Colored lights on tree/house or white? I have white on the tree, but I love colored outside! Especially the big C9 lights!

4.Do you hang mistletoe? No …

5. When do you put your decorations up? Usually the day AFTER Thanksgiving.. this year I was late and we did it this week !

6. What is your favorite holiday dish? Pierogies and Potato salad. :)

7. Favorite Holiday memory as a child: When my brother was 2, a friend of the family dressed up as Santa and came to our house late on Christmas Eve. My stepdad went up on the roof and made reindeer noises. When my brother and I went to see what was going on, we saw Santa and my brother yelled out "Hi David!" The Santa suit didn't fool him!!

8. When and how did you learn the truth about Santa? Truth?

9. Do you open a gift on Christmas Eve? Heck ya!

10. How do you decorate your tree ? This year I did pink and red balls with sequin sprays...awesome!!

11. Snow! Love it or Dread it? I would love snow on Christmas Eve and day and for it to last through New Year, then I'm done!

12. Can you ice skate? Oh, hell no.

13. Do you remember your favorite gift? Lola!

14. What's the most important thing about the Holidays for you? Presents...giving and receiving!

15. What is your favorite Holiday Dessert? Cherries Chewbilee

16. What is your favorite holiday tradition? We started one last year...going OUT to dinner on Christmas Eve!

17. What tops your tree? I'm still looking for the perfect topper this year...

18. Which do you prefer giving or receiving? Giving

19. What is your favorite Christmas Song? Carol of the Bells

20. Candy Canes? Yummm ...

I'm Going to be a Godmother

2006-12-08T10:42:00.000-05:00

AGAIN!!!

I am so tickled. My best friend just called me to tell me she's pregnant and due probably in mid-August!!!!!!!! She's the mom of my godson Logan. Oooooh, I wonder if I'll have a goddaughter this time! I don't care as long as mommy and baby are healthy.

Lord, help her have an easy and healthy pregnancy.

I am soooooooooooooooooooooooo excited!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So much to do

2006-12-08T09:54:00.000-05:00

*Finish washing clothes
*Go to the bank and post office
*Go to Wally World
*Cook a delightful dinner
*Clean the living room and bathrooms

Maybe I should get off my duff and get started! :)

Pizzelles

2006-12-07T10:28:00.000-05:00

I don't know how many of you are familiar with this tasty treat, but I'm looking forward to my Gram's this year. For those who don't know what a pizzelle is, it's a tasty wafer type cookie that can have different flavors like lemon and vanilla and you need a special pizzelle iron to make them. My favorite is the classic anise flavor. They're Italian in origin. I found a great website that makes and ships them so I may send some to my in laws until I get a pizzelle maker and make them myself! I wish I lived closer to Gram so she could teach me.

2 Days in a Row!!

2006-12-07T09:46:00.000-05:00

I have 2 days off in a row!! WooHoo!! That won't happen again until the new year so I'm going to enjoy the heck out of it!!

Hugs to all!!

The Grinch

2006-12-06T11:58:00.001-05:00

Anyone who knows me knows how much I love the Grinch...I love the cartoon...not the movie. Well, I finally bought the DVD last night...I used to just watch it on TV, but I can't seem to find it on this year so I broke down and bought it...

My tree

2006-12-05T23:20:00.000-05:00

I will post pics this weekend but right now, it's starting to look BEAUTIFUL!!! I need some more ornaments and a new tree skirt, but I'm lovin it!!!!!!!

Happy News!

2006-12-05T20:21:00.000-05:00

Jon Lester has been cleared by his docs to stop his chemo.

God does listen to the prayers of RSN. Thank You!!

The Breakup

2006-12-03T22:30:00.000-05:00

The dh and I watched The Breakup with Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn last night...some really funny moments...overall I give it a B. Her character bitched about some of the same things I bitch about so I was cheering her on. The dh and I had a good laugh.

We put up our tree...I'll decorate it on Tuesday night. I normally put the tree up and decorate it the day after Thanksgiving, but I'm buying all new ornaments on Tuesday. I'm going to learn to post pics and I'll share with all my blog friends and my EBs.

Seriously

2006-12-01T15:37:00.000-05:00

Seriously, I had to wait a day to dish about my show. Grey's did not disappoint last night. I really identified with Dr Bailey last night...she thinks of her interns as "hers" just like I think of my associates. Chief had to call her on it to, which is what my regional does to me.

I kinda wished while watching it that Meredith would have reached out to her dad's wife. I won't call her stepmom because, well, she isn't in Meredith's eyes. Then when she told Cristina that she was her sister and all she had, I couldn't stop crying. Great moment. One of my favorites. Then when Meredith's mom recognized her and hugged her. Great TV. Fabulous!!

George! It broke my heart when he couldn't watch his dad's surgery and then Burke gave him the play by play. Good stuff.

The conjoined twins were a hoot. Nuff said.

And a special you go girl award to Izzie for standing up to McSteamy. It earned her her first scrub in so good for her!

And now it's repeats until January. I can watch each epi over and over so it's ok. Too much to do in December anyway.

Banana Split Cake

2006-11-30T09:35:00.000-05:00

I'm thinking of getting the stuff to make a delicious Banana Split cake...it's sooooo yummy. My mom gave me the recipe while home for Thanksgiving...she hasn't made it in years. I'm going to make it for my staff, they love when I bake. During the holidays, I like to make something each weekend to keep their energy levels up.

A Day Off

2006-11-30T09:29:00.000-05:00

I'm off today...while delightful in theory, I have so much to do. I need to pay bills and get my Christmas cards going. I need to trot down to Wally World (Wal Mart for those not in the know), and decorate. I also need to pare down my gift list. The dh says I got a little crazy. :) I'm thinking of just giving gift cards so I don't go crazy with buying stuff...it's soooo easy to get carried away! I LOVE to buy for people. It's the look on their face when I got just the right thing!

Perfect TV Night

2006-11-29T10:26:00.000-05:00

8 pm A Charlie Brown Christmas

9 pm Veronica Mars

10 pm Law & Order SVU

Good Stuff!! If you don't know about Veronica Mars, WATCH IT!! I got hooked from a TV guide online columnist, Michael Ausiello. He would go on and on about it and I finally tuned in late in the first season and I can't get enough. Veronica and Logan are probably the 2 best characters on TV, which considering my obsession with Grey's Anatomy is saying a lot!

And Benson was back last night on SVU!!!

A Charlie Brown Christmas

2006-11-28T20:32:00.000-05:00

I posted earlier and then watched A Charlie Brown Christmas...just what I needed!! Thank you Charles Schultz and ABC!!!!!!! A scene from A Charlie Brown Christmas is my desktop right now. It makes me warm and fuzzy. It may take me a few days to get into full swing, but that was just the jumpstart I needed!

Trying

2006-11-28T19:17:00.000-05:00

I am trying so hard to get into the Christmas spirit.

The dh and I decorated the outside of our house and I'm trying to get inspired to do the inside. My dining room table is decked out, but I haven't put up the tree yet...I just don't have it in me right now.

I need to get addresses for some of my Christmas card recipients, too. Normally my cards are all done by now, but this year I don't even have them bought yet.

Thanksgiving wasn't so bad...thanks for all the positive thoughts. My mom actually acted normal...we think we figured out why she was acting so odd. She can't take pain pills because they mess with her head and she was taking 4/day. Her doc gave her some new stuff to deal with the pain in her back and it seems to be helping. She went to a neurologist in Charleston today so I'm waiting to hear the results.

Thanksgiving

2006-11-20T21:15:00.000-05:00

I am sooo not looking forward to Thanksgiving. My family, well my mom, has gone off the deep end and I'm not in the mood to deal with it. She's been in chronic pain with spinal cord compression for a long time and the docs finally said if she doesn't have surgery, she's going to be paralyzed...BUT if she does have surgery, there's a 50/50 chance she'll be paralyzed anyway. There's a lot of other crap too, but to make a long story short, I think she's poisoning herself with the medicine she's on. She's taking double and triple doses and acting really weird.
She walked out on my stepdad the other night...just left. That is NOT like her. She came back tonight and they're talking so we'll see what happens.
Thanksgiving should be a real treat. My brother has threatened me if I don't show up. I have to work Wednesday and leave for home from there. It's a 3 hour drive. Then I'll help cook until the wee hours and then leave by 4 on Thursday. THEN, I have to be at work at 6 on Friday. Sooooo not looking forward to this.

Pray for me. :)

Grey's Dish

2006-11-17T14:01:00.001-05:00

Last night's epi was pretty darn good...the little girl who wanted her nanny...I could relate to that. For most of high school, I took care of 2 little girls after school and on weekends. I adored them and they cried sometimes when I left. Especially over holiday breaks when I went to my dad's house for awhile. But I digress...Alex and Izzie. Whoa, Alex has shown this season that he does have a heart. I'm liking him a little more each epi.
I felt awful for George. His dad has cancer AND a heart problem. He's had a crappy few months our George. Hopefully Callie can help him through this time. :) Even if she is a skank that slept with McSteamy.
Not a lot of Mer and Der which was a refreshing change of pace. I LOVED Dr Bailey singing to Tuck. Such a sweet moment.

I LOVE November sweeps! No repeats!!!!!!!

10 Reasons to Love November

2006-11-17T14:01:00.000-05:00

Back by popular demand...

10. Cool Weather
9. Decorating for Christmas
8. Lola's Birthday
7. Thanksgiving
6. Football!
5. Buying new sweaters
4. Taking walks (not too hot, not too cold)
3. Hot cocoa! w/ marshmallows! Yummo
2. Baking...I love to bake!
1. My birthday :)

Lola is 4 today!!

2006-11-15T23:00:00.000-05:00

Happy, Happy Birthday to my small brown furry dog!

Tired Pup

2006-11-13T18:26:00.000-05:00

I'm a tired pup...I don't know why. I should be excited. My birthday is coming up. The last couple have been pretty sucky, but I still look forward to them.

I'm too tired to even think of anything witty and fun. Sorry.

My Trip

2006-11-08T13:48:00.000-05:00

For those of you who don't give a rat's ass, please skip over this post. I'm going to relive my trip and smile while doing it!

Saturday...I was supposed to fly on United, but there was a mechanical problem with the plane and since I was going to miss my connection in DC, the kind United people booked me on a direct flight on USAir. Not too shabby...I did have to hang in the airport for a few extra hours, but I was only 30 minutes later getting to Pittsburgh. All in all, not too bad.
My dad picked me up and we drove to his and my stepmom's house and ordered my favorite pizza for dinner...DiCarlo's. Anyone from the Ohio Valley knows that DiCarlo's is the best. :) Then my sister and nephew came over for a little while. My nephew, Cameron, is 5 tomorrow and is so funny. He sat on the couch with me and we looked through the JCPenney Christmas book and he picked out things and asked Aunt Mel to get them for Christmas for him.

Sunday...My godson Logan's birthday party. It was at the Oglebay Good Zoo which really shouldn't call itself a zoo, but it's not too bad. It was a MUCH smaller party than last year which was nice. Logan is too cute. He's 2 and a ball of fire. The people at the zoo brought out animals for the kids to pet. I think that if the kids had been a little older, the party would have been better...2 year olds have NO attention span! :) The best part were the kangaroos we got to pet...they really liked me. I was talking and petting them and they were hugging my arm. I drove back home and watched the Steelers lose and then the Colts win.

Monday...Went to lunch with the parents. We spent the day hanging out and then we went to dinner at DeeJay's which has the best ribs on the planet. It was me, Dad, Theresa, Gram, Pap, Lori, Allen, Cameron, Janel, Jane and Logan. My cousin Sean was supposed to come, but he didn't show...

I had a great time. It was relaxing and just nice. On my drive home from Oglebay, I stopped at my college and went to the cemetary and visisted with my Aunt Becky and Uncle Leland. Yes, I said cemetary. They're dead, but I visit every time I'm home.

I'm Home

2006-11-07T21:21:00.000-05:00

I made it to and from Pittsburgh safe and sound. I'm just vegging in front of the tv watching Dancing with the Stars...Go Emmitt and Cheryl!! They just got a perfect 30!!!!!!!
I'll dish on my trip later on...I will say that it was just what I needed! I love my family in that area. I can't say that enough.

Grey's

2006-11-02T22:04:00.000-05:00

Yay! Izzie's Back! Yay! It was McDreamy's sister!

I missed the whole first part of the show because I was talking to my bff Janel. She's worth it though! I am sooo glad that the chippy on McDreamy's bed was his sister. But now he's saying he needs space...did I miss the epi where he turned into a chick?

I didn't see the whole Cristina/Burke/Bailey storyline but it seemed pretty intense. And Alex is going to be an obstetrician. He loves it. He's still a putz but at least he's not going to be a plastic surgeon. I'm not digging McSteamy like I thought I would. He's more of a nuisance character to me.

And last, a shout out to my good pal Novy! Thanks for the call! It made my evening. I talked to 2 of my dear friends AND got to see my favorite show...not too shabby! I'm lucky to be blessed with good friends. Love y'all!

Pier 1 stuff

2006-11-01T23:02:00.000-05:00

The Pier 1 in the next town closed down and that store manager has come to work for me. It was a smaller volume store so she's getting used to how we do things. She was/is a good friend so it's hard to think of her as my employee. When I leave Augusta(not soon enough) she'll take over my store. I opened this store...it's my baby. I often get angry a Pier 1, the company, but I love my store. I love moving furniture and setting displays and getting dirty. There's nothing like going into my store by myself in the quiet of the morning. I can get so much done. That's why I can probably never leave Pier 1. :) I threaten, but I love it. I say I'll go to Pottery Barn or Crate & Barrel, but I just don't know if I could. And I love my fellow managers in my region. 2 of my best friends are store managers...the one trained me. Greg helped make me the manager I am today. He was soooo hard on me. The other manager is the person I trained. Sara is probably one of the nicest people on the planet. I know I was hard on her, but I think she's a better manager for it...she had the bones, she just needed a push.

Halloween Etiquette

2006-11-01T08:45:00.000-05:00

I think it's the unwritten Halloween rule that if the porch light is not on, you don't ring the doorbell. Apparently not everyone knows that. Some doofus and her kid ring my doorbell at 9 last night. First of all Trick or Treating was from 6-8 so 9 is a little late. Second there were NO outside lights on. I don't do Halloween in any way, shape or form so I don't give out candy...call me a Halloween grinch if you want, I just don't enjoy the holiday. I felt bad for the kid, but I just wanted to smack the mom.

What the Hell?

2006-10-29T20:16:00.000-05:00

What the hell is wrong with the Steelers? They lost to Oakland?? OAKLAND?!?!!! Lawd Have Mercy! Ben threw 4, yes, 4 picks. Unacceptable. The OL let him get sacked numerous times. Unacceptable. I say bench Ben. Yes, I know he's the franchise QB, but you have to put the team before him. I do not think Ben gives them the best chance to win. Bench him until he can play like a big boy. Harsh? Maybe, but they've GOT to do something.

Fall Back

2006-10-29T11:29:00.000-05:00

I love, love, love having an extra hour of sleep!

Daddy's Little Girl

2006-10-28T18:21:00.000-04:00

I'll be 33 in 3 weeks and I am still Daddy's Little Girl. I looked online at Cheap Tickets last night and looked up tickets for this coming weekend. I found some great fares, but I have absolutely no extra money. I called up my dad and asked/suggested that for my birthday he and my stepmom buy me a plane ticket. He was happy to do it. I am so lucky. I really, really need this time away. My dh is in Charlotte and Lola is fine with the people who keep her while I'm gone so I have no guilt! I get to be taken care of all weekend long. My dad and stepmom will take me shopping and out to dinner and I get to hang out with my family. I'll get to see my best friend and my godson too. :)
This coming weekend is my godson Logan's birthday and I really wanted to go to his party. My best friend is fantastic and knows what's going on now, so she told me not to worry if I had to miss it this year. He's going to be 2 and I just can't wait to see him. My nephew Cameron's birthday is on the 9th so I'll get to see him too. He's an absolute doll. I adore him. He loves his Aunt Mel too! I love to get down and dirty while playing with him so he loves that. I got an email from him last week that was a bunch of x's and o's. He'll be 5 so he can't write, but my stepmom showed him how to do the x's and o's and what they mean. I'll go up on Saturday and come home on Tuesday and I have a lot to pack in. Logan's party is Sunday and I'll visit my Gram and Pap too. They're my stepmom's parents, but they treat me like one of their own and I love them as if they were blood.
I am so excited! I have a lot to do before this weekend!

Football

2006-10-26T22:56:00.000-04:00

I'm a sports girl. Baseball is my first love. The Red Sox are my obsession. The Pirates are a sentimental favorite.
Football is a close second to baseball. I grew up in Steelers country as a Cowboys fan. My entire family are Steelers fans. I even married a Steelers fan. He's a bigger Steelers fan than almost anyone I've ever met! For some reason when I was 3 or 4, I picked the Cowboys and followed them through thick and thin. I still love Troy Aikman. I was really pissed at how they let him go and I boycotted them that season. I cried when he got inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Now, the Steelers and the Cowboys are struggling. I love Ben Roethlisberger. He's a huge bear of a guy. I was so mad at him for being dumb enough to ride his motorcycle without a helmet. Now he's having a pretty tough season. Come on Ben! The Steelers need ya! As for the 'boys, I can't stand TO. The only other Cowboy I didn't like while he played for us is Michael Irvin. That man makes my skin crawl and I know he was instrumental in bringing TO to the 'boys. I'm also not sure about Tony Romo replacing Drew B. Romo is more mobile, but Drew B has more experience. Maybe Romo and TO will have a better chemistry. Lord knows he and Drew aren't clicking.
I also enjoy the Colts mainly because of Peyton Manning. I adore him. Everything I read about the Manning family just solidifies it for me. I love Eli too, but as a Giant, I cannot root for him! :) I try to not root against the Steelers, but when they play the Colts, I have a tough time of it.

Happy Birthday Novy!!

2006-10-26T19:11:00.000-04:00

Happy Birthday Novy!!

You are a great person and I'm lucky to have a friend like you in my life!

10 Reasons to Love October

2006-10-23T10:17:00.000-04:00

Not in any particular order...

10. Chilly Weather
9. Changing Leaves
8. Cuddling with Lola
7. Playoffs
6. Football
5. Chili - Yum!
4. Pumpkins
3. Birthdays!(DH, BFF, Stepdad, Brother, Sister, Sara, Novy, B-I-L, F-I-L)
2. Sweaters and Sweatshirts
1. World Series

The month is almost over, but enjoy what's left!!

Happy Monday! NOT!

2006-10-23T09:24:00.000-04:00

UGH. I have so much to do before going to work today and I just don't want to do it! It's finally chilly here and I just want to curl up in the bed with Lola. She is the best cuddle bunny.

My husband was home this weekend and it's his birthday today. Happy Birthday my love! It was so nice to have him home for a few days. We didn't even leave the house, we just puttered around. I made him shrimp pasta and spaghetti and meatballs for dinner while he was here. I also baked him a cake, so I think he enjoyed everything. Sometimes making dinner is MUCH better than going out!

Grey's Anatomy

2006-10-16T20:07:00.000-04:00

OK, I am completely obsessed with this show. I literally count down the hours until it's on. And then I watch it AGAIN on Friday night! How sad is that? Ha!
I love Meredith and McDreamy. I love Addison and McSteamy. I love Cristina and Burke. I love George and Callie. I love Dr. Bailey. I love Alex and Izzie. I still cry when Denny dies and I've seen it more than once. I cry every time they show Alex pick Izz up from Denny's bed. It's a show that makes you F E E L. You can't watch it and not feel something. I am such an emotional person and this show makes me laugh and cry and it makes me angry. Shonda Rhimes is a brilliant writer. She has a real gift in bringing characters to life and they picked the perfect people to play them. I think my favorite character is Dr Bailey. She is who I want to be as a manager. Tough and she takes no lip.
I've been having issues at work. I used to love my job. I used to enjoy seeing all the new merchandise and all the new ways to display things. Now, I dread reading my emails and seeing all the extra crap that I have to do. I feel so incredibly micromanaged that it's hard to have fun. I used to have fun merchandising. I used to have fun with customers. Now I'm so freaking stressed over the little things that the enjoyment is gone. And i know I'm not alone. My other SM friends feel the same. It's one crap thing after another. And now the dh has a job in Charlotte so I told my regional that at the beginning of the year, I will want to transfer to Charlotte. Well, the Charlotte regional is a real piece of work so instead of being excited to get a tenured SM, she's being a real pain to work with. My regional apparently had it out with her today. It just soured me on the whole company. I've been here for 7 years and just felt that being treated like that was it. I'm done. I love my regional for sticking up for me, but I don't want to work for a company that let's people treat their SMs like that.
Enough bitching for one night.

Where The Hell Have I Been?

2006-10-13T18:08:00.000-04:00

LHM, I haven't been on here for months! My life has been kinda in the crapper as of late so I've been throwing myself a pity party. Let's review the last few months, shall we?

June
My dh was still in Florida.
Lola and I were at home.
I went to see my dh in Charlotte when he came up for Father's Day.
Got my first speeding ticket ever.

July
Took a vaca and went to MB.

August
Had a store manager's meeting in Atlanta. Kinda fun.
Met my EBs in Boston and went to Fenway for the first time!!!!! AWESOME. I fell in love with Boston and I had a marvelous time with my friends. Great group of women. Love to my EBs!
The dh lost his job in Florida, got it back, they shut down the company.

September
The dh was home for most of the month. No paycheck so things were pretty tough. Not a good month.

October
The dh got a job, BUT, it's in Charlotte so he's up there and I'm here. SUCKS.
Lots of family/friends birthdays this month.
It's been decided that I'll move to Charlotte in January or February.

That should pretty much catch everyone up. Boy do I lead an exciting life, huh? I need to get involved in something, but nothing moves me enough to want to. I want to go to church, but I don't want to go alone. Why? I really don't know.

Lola is doing well. She's my little angel. She is such a good girl. I'm really blessed with such a good dog. I know I talk about her like she's my child, but when you're not supposed to have kids(Dr's orders) then a small brown furry dog is the next best thing.

I've blathered on enough. Go Tigers!!

Happy Birthday Daddy!

2006-06-01T14:23:00.000-04:00

Today is my dad's birthday! I wish I could be with him, but hopefully I'll get to go home in July. I need to see everyone in WV...my dad, stepmom, grandparents, sister, nephew, best friend, god son! I don't know why everyone just can't move down here. It would be much easier to see everyone!

Key West

2006-05-31T22:42:00.000-04:00

I went to see the dh in Ft Lauderdale almost 2 weeks ago. We rented a convertible and drove down to Key West...heaven! Simply heaven! I loved it. I don't think I would want to live there, but I could visit several times a year.
Top Ten Great Things About Key West

10. Beautiful!
9. Can have open containers on the street!
8. People start drinking at 8 am!
7. Margaritaville Baby!
6. Dogs are Everywhere!
5. Rats, cats and roosters roam the streets! Creepy, but funny!
4. Pina Coladas from Margaritaville!
3. Fresh Seafood!
2. The sunset!
1. Did I mention you can drink at anytime on the streets!

It was also wonderful to see the dh...I miss him. Yes, I'm a sad, sappy wife who really does love her husband.

2006-05-10T19:32:00.000-04:00

I just haven't had a lot to say. The dh is still in Florida and it's just me and Lola. I haven't been feeling very perky lately. I know it's just a mild depression, but I really don't know how to shake it without moving to Florida to be with the dh...and that's not happening unless absolutely necessary. With our luck, we would pack up and move only to have his deal in Florida fall through and then we'd be screwed!
The one bright spot is that we are going to Key West in about a week! I fly out of Augusta Friday morning to Ft Lauderdale and then we'll drive to the Keys...it should be nice and relaxing! I hope so anyway!
I really miss the dh. I try not to bore my friends and family with it, so I keep it inside. That's probably where the depression comes from, but I hate to whine. I don't want to wallow in it. I need a real hobby! I feel like I'm always on my computer, which is fine when I'm chatting, but sometimes I just play solitaire and I need to get off my duff!
Thanks for listening all of you in cyberland! I do feel a little better...of course it could be the fact that the Sox are currently beating the Yankees! Come on boys, keep it up! I wish Varitek would get out of his slump. His grand slam the other night gave me hope, but his bat has been really quiet. Let's Go Sox!

I Need Pampering

2006-04-26T22:00:00.000-04:00

I'm not feeling very well tonight and I need more pampering than Lola can give me. She did snuggle on my lap for awhile...I think she knew that is where I am sick. She gives wonderful get better kisses, but it's just not enough tonight. I miss the dh. He takes pretty good care of me when I'm sick. He always gets me ginger ale to help settle my tummy. I called him and asked him how soon he could get the ginger ale to me. 9 hours is just not quick enough.
I'm just feeling whiney because I don't feel well and the Sox got their butts kicked on national tv. Why can't we give Wakefield any run support?? Papi struck out with 2 outs and the bases loaded! Good grief. They'll do better tomorrow night. Beckett is pitching! And it's on tv! Something to look forward to.

Happy Anniversary

2006-04-24T19:28:00.000-04:00

It's mine and the dh's 7th anniversary. He's in Florida and I'm here. Not the best anniversary. Actually, it pretty much sucks. He sent me flowers at work and it just made me even more sad. I really shouldn't complain. I'm in a town with an army base and there are many, many wives whose husbands are far away and in near constant danger. They are much braver than I.
On to happier notes. The Sox are in first place! Great Job boys! We only have 5 more months to stay in first! If we could stay in first the entire time, I will be thrilled. I would love for us to be 15 games ahead of the damn yankees when I go see the boys in August! I'm so excited for that game! It's going to be a blast!

Empty House

2006-04-10T20:14:00.000-04:00

Lola and I have the house to ourselves for the next few weeks. The dh is in Florida for work. There are times when I get excited thinking, woohoo, I can do what I want, watch what I want at the volume I want, etc. But I miss him. The big lug, I miss him.
Lola and I are going home to Myrtle Beach this weekend so at least we won't be lonely then. I'm going to have to go to Barnes and Noble to get some great reading material for the next few weeks. Lola and I are taking walks at night and we'll start going in the mornings too. I think that will help her with her loneliness at being in the house all day by herself.

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year

2006-04-06T22:19:00.000-04:00

It's baseball season boys and girls!! I am a baseball fan. I love the Boston RedSox. I enjoy the Pittsburgh Pirates. Can you tell I have a thing for underdogs? Right now I'm watching the Mets and the Nationals just to watch baseball.
I've survived losing my absolute favorite player to the enemy. It was hard, but I had some help along the way. The dh was no help during this turbulent time. He still gets upset that I talk about Johnny Damon. I can't help it. I love how he plays the game and the Yankees are trying to change that. JD was beloved in Boston...absolutely adored like no one else and he gave that up and left us for the Yankees. I'm not ashamed to say I cried. Like a baby. I almost called into work that day! I just believed in him and he broke my heart. He broke thousands of hearts. I'm much better with it. I have faith in my Sox. I LOVE Beckett! He has passion and fire. He's going to be the next Schilling. I can feel it. I adore Tek. He's all man and he's such a quiet and fierce leader. I admire Tito. He's such a good skipper. He really cares about his guys. I could go on...Schilling, Trot, Wake. All quality guys. Let's go boys and let's shut up all the doubters!

Making Up

2006-04-03T20:08:00.000-04:00

My mom called me this morning. I was at work, but I still talked to her. We made up and Lola and I are going home for Easter. Nuff said.
My brother and his fiancee moved out last night. It is so nice to have the house back to myself. Of course, they moved back into our parent's house so it's not like I won't ever see them.
I'm talked out for the night. Time to watch 7th Heaven and Deal or No Deal.

Max

2006-04-01T20:44:00.000-05:00

I know I've alluded to my Maxie before and now I think I'm ready to share about this very special dog. Max was a beautiful buff colored Cocker Spaniel that the dh and I adopted from the Myrtle Beach Humane Society. He was 10 when we got him. He was so well behaved and trained. His only fault was begging for food. He loved to go for rides! He was the best passenger.
When the dh and I walked into the Humane Society, they had some well behaved dogs just wandering around the facility. We thought we wanted a puppy. We noticed a sweet spaniel who wandered around. I went and sat in one of the chairs to talk to a dog and Max wandered up and put his chin on my lap. It was over. One look in those brown eyes and I was a goner. The lady that helped us told us that he was 10 so people were overlooking him. I had to have him and the next day, Max was ours.
The first few months weren't smooth sailing though. We found out that the people who had him before had him since he was a puppy. It was an older couple whose daughter and children moved back in with them. The children tried to ride Max and pull on his ears so the owners decided to put Max up for adoption. Apparently the husband was the one who took care of Max and for the first few weeks, Max would follow the dh around. Max would let me pet him and walk him, but he would cuddle with the dh. It broke my heart. I finally won Max over and he became Mommy's dog. He never left my side. Even when he got bad towards the end, if I left the room, he came with me. He stayed with me during my baths. There was one time when I had the flu for 3 days and he did not leave the bed except to eat and potty. He was that devoted. I don't know what I ever did to deserve such a special angel, but I thanked God for him every day.
We knew that he was a senior dog when we got him and for the first few years, he was remarkably healthy. About a year ago, he had a seizure and it scared me so bad. We took him to the animal emergency room and then the next day to our vet. They both thought it was a brain tumor. There was no way to really diagnose it without putting him through a lot of pain, so we kept a close eye on him. At the end of September, he started declining rapidly. On October 6, his body just started to shut down. We put him to sleep on October 7 and that was the absolute hardest thing I've ever had to do. I'm crying now as I write this. He and I stayed up all night while I carried him around and talked to him. I whispered and sang to him. I told him to let go and not hang on for me. I was ready to let him go and be in peace. It was the most special time to me.
I think of him every day. I still have pictures of him all around. I needed to do this and write about him. Maybe someone will read this and it will help them with their beloved pet. It was very cathartic. Love you Maxie!

New Member of the Family

2006-03-31T19:47:00.000-05:00

We bought a Betta fish today. He's beautiful black with blue and a hint of red. I've named him for the Captain of the RedSox, Jason Varitek...we call him Cappy. My brother thinks his name should be L. Cappy Tan...we are a very odd family! I wanted a blue one because Tek is a true blue Red Sock. I adore Varitek and his manly ways. He is one delicious piece of man candy! OK, I could go on about him for days...really.
Cappy seems happy in his new home...good grief I just rhymed without trying! LOL. I hope Lola isn't jealous. She hasn't really seemed to notice him yet. I don't think she'll care unless he took over any of her lap time, which I don't see happening!

Questions and Answers

2006-03-30T23:04:00.000-05:00

I stole this questionnaire from my pal Novy. I thought it was a good way to answer some fun questions.

Do you have any siblings ? Younger brother and an older stepsister and stepbrother.

Favorite Sport ? Baseball

Favorite Pastime ? Reading

McDonalds or Burger King ? McDonalds
Favorite Number ? 18
Favorite Color ? Purple

Who was your first roommate? Keeley my roommate freshman year

What was your first job? at an ice cream shop! I baby sat for several years before that though
We pause now for a little Q&A

What was your first car? Toyota Paseo

When did you go to your first funeral? 1994, My Aunt Becky (one of my absolute favorite people, ever) It was an awful day

How old were you when you first moved away from your hometown? 18 – Went off to college

Who was your first grade teacher? Mrs. Avolio
Where did you go on your first ride on an airplane? Atlanta, GA to visit my aunt Trudy and Uncle Gene when I was 3

Who was your first Best Friend and are you still friends with them?
First Best Friend, probably my cousin Jimmy. We are only a few months apart and sadly, we haven't talked for several years.

Where did you live the first time you moved out of your parents house? with the dh in a condo

Who is the first person you call when you have a bad day? My dh (husband)

Who's wedding were you in the first time you were a bridesmaid or a groomsmen? Flower girl when I was 4 for uncle's wedding. Was matron of honor for best friend Janel

What is the first thing you do in the morning? Hit the snooze button.

What was the first concert you ever went to? New Kids on the Block (don't laugh!)

First tattoo or piercing? Ears pierced when I was 7...nothing else pierced or inked

First Pet? Dog – Cockapoo named Tito

First car accident? 2000 2 weeks after I paid off my car!

First time getting grounded? Happened all the time, don't remember the first

First "real" job out of school? Sales Associate at The Christmas Mouse

Who is the 4th person on your received calls list? Greg

What’s the main ringtone on your phone? Just a normal one...I was tired of the goofy music

Most recent movie that you watched ? Failure to Launch...Too cute!

What is your favorite part of the chicken? Breast

When was the last time you talked to your parents? Talked to my daddy about a week ago. Haven't talked to my mom for about 2 months.
How long have you been at your current job? It will be 7 years in May

Have you played Truth or Dare? Yeah, but it’s been quite a while

Have you swam in the ocean? Since I'm from Myrtle Beach, the answer is yes, but I would much rather swim in a pool where there are no fish/crabs/sharks/jellyfish!
Have you ever made out with "just a friend? Guilty

What is your room like ? I really want new furniture, but I like my comforter, it's purple and dove grey...have lots of books and candles too

What’s the last thing you ate? Fat Free Jello pudding
Have you ever had the chicken pox? Yes
Did you buy something today? I got a sandwich and a smoothie at Atlanta Bread Company for dinner

Did you talk to an ex today? Oh hell no

Who was the last person in your bed (aside from yourself)? Lola and the dh

Who was the last person(s) you went out with ? The dh

What song is stuck in your head right now ? Unwritten by Natasha Beddingfield

Have you ever fired a gun ? I shot a BB gun when I was younger.

A Great Bunch of Friends

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I have a great bunch of friends that I met on the internet. On the Johnny Damon website to be exact. There are 7 of us going to Boston in August to meet each other and hopefully, JD. We really united when he did the unthinkable and signed with the MFYs. We are now proud members of The Enclave, a very exclusive club. These girls did something really sweet today that meant a lot to me. They named Lola the official mascot of The Enclave. Lola is tickled.
I know people still scoff at meeting people on the internet, but this is different. We all bonded over our common love for JD and the RedSox. I haven't mentioned it yet, but I LOVE the Boston Red Sox. With a passion. I also loved/well still love, JD. We had to stop meeting on the official Johnny Damon website because it became infected with nasty vermin. The worst kind of vermin. Yankee lovers. Ugh. Now anytime we make a comment, some nasty mfyf will make a rude comment. The person in charge of the site in useless. So one of the gals decided to make her own website for those of us who were angry at JD, but still loved him. We have 18 members and we're proud to be so exclusive. I love my friends. They are funny and sweet. We are also a little raunchy. Go figure! We all have different lives and challenges, but our love for JD unites us. We can say what we want and know that we're not being judged. You're never lauged AT, but you are laughed with!
Thanks girls!