What bill do you hate paying the most?
Stuff for school because it's the most expensive
Where was the last place you had a romantic dinner?
Haven't really been into romance lately. I prefer reality instead of trying too hard.
Do you regret losing your virginity to who you lost it to?
Not really. I don't like thinking about it, though, because he turned out to be such an arrogant prick.
If you could go back and change one thing what would it be?
Nothing, things happen they way they happen for a reason, even if it's to teach me to not do it again
What do you really want to be doing right now?
Being Un-unemployed
What did you want to be when you were growing up?
I wanted to be a teacher. I never thought I could be smart enough to finish school in a medical profession. Take THAT, younger me! (Nothing against teachers. I have incredible respect for anyone in the teaching profession. I have learned I probably do not have the patience to be a teacher anyway)
Why did you choose the shirt that you have on right now?
It's cute but not slutty... the usual look I go for
What are your thoughts on gas prices?
I just pay it.
If you could move anywhere and take someone with you where would it be?
I'd move back to California but I wouldn't force anyone to come with me
First thought when the alarm went off this morning?
I was already awake, I don't remember my thoughts but I was happy
Last thought before going to sleep last night?
it's HOT and stuffy in here!
What errand/chore do you despise?
I hate doing the dishes because I don't have a dishwasher. I need a pair of those big yellow gloves :o)
If you didn't have to work, would you volunteer?
Heck yeah! I want to volunteer at the SPCA but I'd wind up as the cat lady for sure because I'd feel bad for all the cute animals.
Favorite thing to do at night with a girl/guy?
cuddle...
Have you found real love yet?
without a doubt.
When did you first start feeling old?
Who say's I'm old?!
Your favorite lunch meat?
not a fan of lunch meat.
What do you get every time you go into Wal-Mart?
a pair of those cute $2 panties
Do you think marriage is an outdated ritual?
No, but I don't know if I'll ever be able to take the plunge.
Favorite Guilty pleasure?
Spending money I dont have.
Favorite movie you wouldn't want anyone to find out about?
I'm not ashamed of my tastes!
What's your drink?
I've started to like disarrono... on the rocks. Like the commercial!
What radio station is your car radio tuned to right now?
94.5 the buzz
What famous person would you like to have dinner with?
Don't really think too much of the famous people.
Last book you read?
Brother Odd. Not bad.
Somewhere in California you've never been and would like to go?
I wanna spend some real time in San Francisco
Explain your picture:
It was taken on my first birthday in Carlsbad CA, I think. It's my favorite picture of me and my mom.
08 January 2008
07 January 2008
more job searching and sunday races
So my job search continues. That interview I had Saturday morning was rescheduled to this morning, which was rescheduled to Wednesday afternoon. She did make a point to say she has looked at my resume and really wants to meet with me, so hopefully I'll be offered a job. Until then, the search continues! [dramatic movie music]
Sunday C invited me to go watch one of his races. It's kind of a big deal because he doesn't like friends and/or girlfriends to go to his races. I always asked but figured it was his "man" time and didn't make a huge deal when he took a weekend to go race.
So anyway it was actually really cool. The weather was gorgeous and the guys were laid back since it was not an "official in-season race" and C's only competition in his class was a 9-year old. They ended up racing with a different class that had bigger engines, just to make it funner. I snuck into the pit with his friend and fellow racer EJ and got to watch the action from up close and take a few pics and videos. I also wound up meeting his mom who was pretty nice.
EJ pushing the kart to get the engine going
lining up to start the race
Sunday C invited me to go watch one of his races. It's kind of a big deal because he doesn't like friends and/or girlfriends to go to his races. I always asked but figured it was his "man" time and didn't make a huge deal when he took a weekend to go race.
So anyway it was actually really cool. The weather was gorgeous and the guys were laid back since it was not an "official in-season race" and C's only competition in his class was a 9-year old. They ended up racing with a different class that had bigger engines, just to make it funner. I snuck into the pit with his friend and fellow racer EJ and got to watch the action from up close and take a few pics and videos. I also wound up meeting his mom who was pretty nice.
EJ pushing the kart to get the engine going
lining up to start the race
05 January 2008
cheeeese
I cut myself some nice big chunks off the cheese blocks we got from Wisco and now I'm nibbling on them quite happily. The only thing is, I haven't found a decent accompaniment. I tried the bread in my freezer... too dry. I tried those nut-thins... too crispy and too much of their own flavor competing with the cheese taste. I miss saltines. I think pairing the cheese with apple slices might be too filling. Oh, well. Cheese alone isn't bad at all. There's a hole in the swiss that's shaped like a heart.
I should go to bed and get some decent rest so I'm not late for this interview tomorrow... I'm worried because I need a job pretty quick here and my schedule is a problem with most potential employers. I'm not extremely worried though, because I keep reminding myself that things always work out in the end. [Please karma don't make me wrong!]
I should go to bed and get some decent rest so I'm not late for this interview tomorrow... I'm worried because I need a job pretty quick here and my schedule is a problem with most potential employers. I'm not extremely worried though, because I keep reminding myself that things always work out in the end. [Please karma don't make me wrong!]
31 December 2007
cooking and lifestyle changes
After getting that cookbook and set of pots and pans, I've been on a cooking/ freezing frenzy. I don't want to be stuck without good gluten free food once school starts and I'm too busy to cook. I'm tired of eating plain rice and snacking on microwave popcorn and fritos in a pinch. Besides that, it's unhealthy.
I made a big pot of chili and it rocks. Actually, as far as chilis go it's mediocre, but it rocks because I made it and I can feel good about eating it. Except after distilling the cloves in ochem lab, I can pick out the taste/ smell of cloves from pretty much everything now, so maybe next time a little less clove powder to season.
I am constantly amazed at what wonderful friends I have. Everyone has been incredibly supportive of me while I try to integrate this whole change into my life. They read labels, look up recipes, let me know which stores they've seen that have gluten free sections and/ or foods, they've bought me gluten free treats and ask which restaurants are okay when meeting up as a group. They have stopped me if I grab something without thinking, just in case I've forgotten or it's a questionable item. They make sure to ask if they can buy anything specific when they're hosting a party, and actually apologize if they forget and suggest we buy a pizza for dinner, even though of course I'm holding no offense. I don't really crave things like that anymore because I am feeling so much better lately.
I'm especially amazed and touched at the effort C as put into this. I mean, it IS an inconvenience when it's not his issue yet he has to participate when it comes to the meals we share. He doesn't complain when we have to go to two stores when we make dinner- Whole Foods for the gluten free items and Kroger or something for the normal items. He willingly ate a gluten free version of his grandmother's chicken spaghetti recipe and even said it was good, even though I know with my beginner cooking skills and substituted ingredients it did not compare to what his grandma used to whip up.
The other night we were in a bar and someone asked why I wasn't drinking the delicious-looking pitcher of Shiner. Before I could really explain he jumped in and told the guy about Celiac disease. He's just been really really awesome.
I know I could do this alone, but it's just made me feel like I'm so lucky and so blessed to have so many people that care enough about me to make these efforts.
So, for the few of you that I let read this, thank you again. You have no idea how your little efforts have made such a huge difference to me.
I made a big pot of chili and it rocks. Actually, as far as chilis go it's mediocre, but it rocks because I made it and I can feel good about eating it. Except after distilling the cloves in ochem lab, I can pick out the taste/ smell of cloves from pretty much everything now, so maybe next time a little less clove powder to season.
I am constantly amazed at what wonderful friends I have. Everyone has been incredibly supportive of me while I try to integrate this whole change into my life. They read labels, look up recipes, let me know which stores they've seen that have gluten free sections and/ or foods, they've bought me gluten free treats and ask which restaurants are okay when meeting up as a group. They have stopped me if I grab something without thinking, just in case I've forgotten or it's a questionable item. They make sure to ask if they can buy anything specific when they're hosting a party, and actually apologize if they forget and suggest we buy a pizza for dinner, even though of course I'm holding no offense. I don't really crave things like that anymore because I am feeling so much better lately.
I'm especially amazed and touched at the effort C as put into this. I mean, it IS an inconvenience when it's not his issue yet he has to participate when it comes to the meals we share. He doesn't complain when we have to go to two stores when we make dinner- Whole Foods for the gluten free items and Kroger or something for the normal items. He willingly ate a gluten free version of his grandmother's chicken spaghetti recipe and even said it was good, even though I know with my beginner cooking skills and substituted ingredients it did not compare to what his grandma used to whip up.
The other night we were in a bar and someone asked why I wasn't drinking the delicious-looking pitcher of Shiner. Before I could really explain he jumped in and told the guy about Celiac disease. He's just been really really awesome.
I know I could do this alone, but it's just made me feel like I'm so lucky and so blessed to have so many people that care enough about me to make these efforts.
So, for the few of you that I let read this, thank you again. You have no idea how your little efforts have made such a huge difference to me.
27 December 2007
so...2007
Wow, a lot happened in 2007.
The biggest thing: I got over him and that whole mess. I, with the help of time and some special people, mended and soothed the pain that never seemed to go away. It was the hardest lesson to learn but I am so much stronger now and I intend to stay that way. I'm happy now but I can walk away with no regrets at any time.
Made some amazing new friends that will probably still be there when I'm 80.
Let go of a lot of my partying ways and focused on school. Still not satisfied with my grades though.
Finally quit the "safe" job to search for something that makes me happier. Still kinda scared about that but things always seem to work out in the end.
FINALLY figured out what's been keeping me from being healthy. I am looking forward to straightening all that out and integrating it smoothly into everyday life.
It has been a very emotionally & mentally draining [and maturing] year and it's made me tired.
Let's see what happens now!
The biggest thing: I got over him and that whole mess. I, with the help of time and some special people, mended and soothed the pain that never seemed to go away. It was the hardest lesson to learn but I am so much stronger now and I intend to stay that way. I'm happy now but I can walk away with no regrets at any time.
Made some amazing new friends that will probably still be there when I'm 80.
Let go of a lot of my partying ways and focused on school. Still not satisfied with my grades though.
Finally quit the "safe" job to search for something that makes me happier. Still kinda scared about that but things always seem to work out in the end.
FINALLY figured out what's been keeping me from being healthy. I am looking forward to straightening all that out and integrating it smoothly into everyday life.
It has been a very emotionally & mentally draining [and maturing] year and it's made me tired.
Let's see what happens now!
20 December 2007
i don't want no one to squeeze me
...they might take away my life.
-tc
I am so glad I do not have a job right now. I have been sick since finals with two separate but simultaneous infections. I've felt like I've been slammed into by a linebacker or something. It's not like I chould stay home and veg, because C needed help moving and I had no Christmas shopping done.
I should have gone to the doctor at the first sign and it wouldn't have been so bad but NO, I always have to see if I can heal myself. On the plus side, it was nice having someone take care of me, especially without having to ask for it. I usually do the taking care of. Heating up your own chicken soup isn't so bad but it's even better when it's delivered with a kiss on the forehead and a box of tissues. Once I start these antibiotics I should be feeling much better.
SO I was feeling okay enough to make sugar cookies. (gf of course)
-tc
I am so glad I do not have a job right now. I have been sick since finals with two separate but simultaneous infections. I've felt like I've been slammed into by a linebacker or something. It's not like I chould stay home and veg, because C needed help moving and I had no Christmas shopping done.
I should have gone to the doctor at the first sign and it wouldn't have been so bad but NO, I always have to see if I can heal myself. On the plus side, it was nice having someone take care of me, especially without having to ask for it. I usually do the taking care of. Heating up your own chicken soup isn't so bad but it's even better when it's delivered with a kiss on the forehead and a box of tissues. Once I start these antibiotics I should be feeling much better.
SO I was feeling okay enough to make sugar cookies. (gf of course)
15 December 2007
Grrrr
Men.
Well, one man in particular.
Every once in a while I check out my ex's myspace to see how he's doing, and inevitably there is a blog or something that references me. And it's always about how I am the reason he's unhappy, I'm leading him on, etc etc.
We broke up two years ago! For some odd reason about 6 months after the breakup he decided that he wanted me back and had made a mistake (uh, DERRR) but I had already moved on AND made no effort to hide that. In fact I explicitly said that to him in many ways, many times. He had even met my new boyfriend. Most men would have let it go at that point. But noooo, not Robert.
He thinks it's fitting to publicly blame me for his unhappiness and claim that I was leading him on and that I messed with his head. Um, hel-lo I had my own relationship issues to deal with without adding on that whole mess again.
I wanted to maintain some sort of friendship but he kept going on these "anti-jen" things so I just forgot about him until he'd call out of the blue again wanting to talk. Yeah, that sounds like I'm messing with him, right?!
ARGH he has some NERVE.
Side note: His new girlfriend is very pretty (but not in that slutty way) and oh yeah, he's gained some weight. HAha
Well, one man in particular.
Every once in a while I check out my ex's myspace to see how he's doing, and inevitably there is a blog or something that references me. And it's always about how I am the reason he's unhappy, I'm leading him on, etc etc.
We broke up two years ago! For some odd reason about 6 months after the breakup he decided that he wanted me back and had made a mistake (uh, DERRR) but I had already moved on AND made no effort to hide that. In fact I explicitly said that to him in many ways, many times. He had even met my new boyfriend. Most men would have let it go at that point. But noooo, not Robert.
He thinks it's fitting to publicly blame me for his unhappiness and claim that I was leading him on and that I messed with his head. Um, hel-lo I had my own relationship issues to deal with without adding on that whole mess again.
I wanted to maintain some sort of friendship but he kept going on these "anti-jen" things so I just forgot about him until he'd call out of the blue again wanting to talk. Yeah, that sounds like I'm messing with him, right?!
ARGH he has some NERVE.
Side note: His new girlfriend is very pretty (but not in that slutty way) and oh yeah, he's gained some weight. HAha
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