Sunday, June 27, 2010

Reunion Fun

This will be a brief one today....

Did I seriously graduate from high school 20 years ago??? Wow. Last time I checked, I truly did not feel 38. The mirror may say something different, but my life and excitement to stay active say more like 28.

Actually, I was very pleased when several people over the past week or so told me they thought it was my 10 year reunion- and they were NOT kidding. Not sure if they wanted something from me or if they are blind (maybe they need eye surgery like me!?), but nonetheless it felt VERY good. I guess the exercise, monthly facials, and ridiculous amount of cash I spend on products that promote youth are doing something... :)

The most recent was when I was getting my hair done on Friday before the pre-party and the hairdresser kept repeating over and over again, "There is no way you are 38. This must be your 10th. Are you sure? You cannot be 38!" Makes a girl feel REALLY good. I'll take it.

As for the festivities... started out Friday night at Champp's with Jen, Amy, Lori, Torri, and Kristin before about another 20 or so old friends arrived for some cocktails and conversation. Aside from the crazy storms taking place outside, it was fun. Last night was the actual event and it was fun to see everyone- planned to stay for about 3 hours and ended up staying for the entire event- 6 hours! Guess time flew--- just like the 20 years.

I will post pics later, but thought I would just give a quick shout out for the good ol'20 year that took place this weekend. Not sure what to expect, but fun was had both nights. Could not have been possible without the girls.... you know who you are.

Off from MN to CA.....

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Happy Father's Day!!!

This is a special Father's Day... really wanted to be here for my Dad as he is recovering from major back surgery. The plan was to clean the house this morning and make a dinner of his choice tonight.

This morning, I cleaned like mad--- bathroom, sweeping, dusting, vacuum, etc. When that was done, I went for a run and then had some "Girl Time" with Mom as we went out for lunch, to the Stone Arch Art Festival downtown (so bummed that I did not find anything I wanted to buy
:(...), and to Gap for some new summer t-shirts.

Back home, I fired up the grill (truly I have become a Grill Master over the past few months!) and put the weinies on the grill- along with Dad's other selections of potato salad, baked beans, and chips the dinner was complete. The rule was the potato salad MUST come from Santorini where they have the "famous Nicklow's Potato Salad" (truthfully, I tried a bite... must say I am NOT a fan. kinda gross if ya ask me).

A very nice Father's Day for the best Daddy ever. Rounded out a great weekend after a long week... Friday Happy Hour with Sue and Maggie, Saturday Julie and Ben's wedding followed by lots of wine with Andi and ending with a pop into Kelsey's welcome home party last night. Having today being able to spend time with Mom & Dad and help them out a bit made for a good weekend when things have been kinda rough lately.

Here's to a good week to come....

Sunday, June 13, 2010

As Promised... NYC Pics!!!





Buddakahn Bar, where Carrie and Big had their Rehearsal Dinner in the S&TC movie
STK in Meat Packing District (yum!)

Scout, from S&TC, the bar Aidan and Steve opened on Mulberry Street- Cosmos!!!

Amy starting the S&TC tour...

The S&TC Premier Party at Velour


Cupcakes at Magnolia Bakery!!! Again, yummy!!!
Buddakahn door (remember it from the movie??)
Amy and the Big Lolli at FAO Schwartz



























Saturday, June 12, 2010

Epi-Lasek Eye Surgery

I finally did it!!!

I have wanted Lasik for YEARS, but was told it was not "conducive" to my eye structure, so I waited..... Went back after a few years and found out about Epi-Lasek (pronounced Lay-seek). It works for me! Yippee!!!

Here is the difference (from what I was told- please don't think I am the SME here):
* Lasik cuts a flap in your eye (gross) to fix the vision; tougher process, but immediate recovery
* Lasek uses a laser to scrape (gross again, but not as gross as an eye flap!) the cornea to fix the vision; easier process, but longer recovery

I had eye #1 (they do each eye one month about for recovery time) done yesterday and so far so good. About 10 minutes after the 3 minute procedure (but 1 hour prep to get to the 3 minute surgery), I was SUPER SENSITIVE to the light, but no pain- just crazy and loopy from the Valium and Vicodin they had me take right after. Got home, went to bed for 2 hours, woke up and sensitivity was gone, stayed up for 1 hour, went back to bed for another 2 hours, woke up for another hour to hang with my bro and watch Nurse Jackie (oh wait... LISTEN to NJ as I was not supposed to strain my eyes with TV or a computer yesterday), and went back to bed for the night for 8 hours. Woke up this morning feeling GREAT! Just a little blurry.

After my follow-up this morning, doc says my current vision is 20/40- just blurry- but should be 20/20 to 20/10 within 2 weeks. Yeah!!! And just wearing a contact in the other eye until my next surgery in July.

Wow- is this cool. So amazing. So glad I did it.

The only thing I have to do for the next few weeks is use 5, yes 5, different eye drops and take some antibiotics for 1 week to avoid infection. Not bad.

If you are considering doing some sort of laser eye vision improvement surgery, I highly recommend it. Just one thing: DON'T look for a deal. People, these are your EYES! You only have 2 and can't get more. Find a reputable surgeon and get it done.

Happy Seeing!

Saturday, June 5, 2010

New Furniture and Such for PC!!!





So excited! Here is what part of my work bonus paid for! New furniture, TV, etc. for my digs in Park City, Utah. BTW... it's OUR (my condo and me- thanks) 1 year anniversary this month. Can't believe I have had this place for an entire year!? Still love it as much as I did on day 1.
I ended up with a suede mocha sleeper sofa (come visit!), comfy chair with ottoman, 2 glass tables, a bookcase/wine shelf (yes, filled with Artesa wine), and last but not least a beautifully mounted-on-the-wall TV. I am very content. Looks great and very comfy! Thanks Stick & Stones Furniture and Best Buy/Geek Squad!
Now if Dad can just fix my fireplace... :) All will be well in PC. Have a great weekend all.