Sunday, July 25, 2010

Just a Little Weekend Update

Sometimes the weekends without much planned are the best... nice to be home in the Bay area with warm weather and sunshine. Let's see what I accomplished... well, nothing, but it's been a good one!

Yesterday, Saturday, is always the best day of the week in my book. Slept in, enjoyed coffee in the sunshine, and watched a little "chick TV" before I headed to the gym. After the workout and a little more relaxation, I made it into Walnut Creek for a little shopping. The Creek is the best! If you saw my Facebook page, you know the intent was a wedding gift and I ended up shopping for myself too: GAP and Loft. Came away with some skinny jeans, work pants, a few work shirts, and fun accessories. Fun!

After shopping, I had some time to spare before Jarrod came home from work and we went out for dinner at the new joint in town. I (no clue why) decided to watch The Jersey Shore (God help me)- I became addicted for a few hours. Ugh! I now know what the hype is all about... it's like CRACK- unbelievable... not good, not talented, just simply unbelievable.... There are really people like that out there in this world?? ... er... New Jersey??? Wow. I confess. I watched 3 hours. Ugh again.

The good news is Jarrod and I went to the new "Jack's" for dinner. 1 hour wait was less than 40 minutes and the food was more than decent. What was best? the cute guys in the bar... new hot spots in Pleasant Hill attracts the "talent"- that's for sure. Will go back- that's definite. And will bring my single girls. :)

Today, after another workout, Jennifer and I met for breakfast at the usual Chow. Love that place on the weekends. Yummy. Nice to have some girl time over good food and coffee sittin' in the sun. Now just home enjoying a little more TV time on the couch before I pack and head to Portland for the week (don't like to travel Sunday, but one of the "fun" parts of the job). Lovely weekend. Nice after a long, busy work week, or should I say weeks. I know there are many more to come. That is why I do NOT take the unplanned weekends for granted. That's what life is all about. Take it as it comes. Simple pleasures...

Time to lay back and relax a little more over a Lifetime movie... :)

Sunday, July 18, 2010

DRESSES!!!


I have had a fascination with shopping for dresses lately... I love wearing fun summer dresses- no pantyhose/nylons/tights needed, open toed shoes.... And they can be casual or dressy depending on how you accessorize. Fashion Fun!
Here are my 2 latest and greatest,. both bought at boutidques in Park City:
Rag & Bone from Cake Boutique- cute little sink funnel number with design on front and solid on the back except for one stripe across the waist
Mink Pink from Flight Boutique- sassy royal blue & black silk & cotton with zippered pockets
Love 'em both! And great deals to boot! Rag & Bone was $300 marked down to $145 and Mink Pink was only $65 to start. Can't go wrong... Now, for which shoes to wear... Hmmm....

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Random Tuesday Thoughts

Maybe it's the Valium, maybe it's the vicodin..... but here are some VERY random thoughts for the day... This lovely Tuesday in July:

First, I had my 2nd eye surgery of Epi Lasek today. This seemed to go even better than the 1st. Jarrod, little brother, had the opportunity to watch and he said it was disgusting and gross. I can't imagine "scraping an open eyeball" could be anything but. Well, I feel good, give me a week, I will be ready to rock. Had them check eye #1 today and it's 20/20 vision. Never thought I would "see" the day... Medical technology is incredible.

What else.... well, I must go back to one of my very inaugural posts: animals and their brains. I swear, my kitty is smart. She was hiding today, so I yelled "treat!" and she came running for her milk. Just to test myself, I tried something again just now. She was hiding again, so I yelled several things- yelling her name, whistling (not good, but it got the job done), etc. Nothing. Then I yelled "treat" and there she was. See. Animals are smart. :) As a matter of fact, I think Casey is simply a genius. Yep, my cat.

Next, I seriously laugh out loud EVERY time I watch "Two & a Half Men". I am amazed by the writing- the lines are hilarious. Even if they are repeat episodes, I can't help but giggle relentlessly. Have you watched? If not, yes I know Charlie Sheen is no winner, but I don't care- this show is sensational. Made my Tuesday with their witty banter.

Up for debate... why am I and millions of other women (and some men...) so obsessed with ridiculously expensive shoes?? Between what I have spent on Jimmy Choo, Manolo Blahnik, Christina Louboutain, and Brian Atwood, I could buy another house. But I just can't get enough. Ladies, what is it??? I know Carrie Bradshaw and friends have influence, but come on. I am serious plotting what my next purchase will be. Any suggestions??? My stomach is flipping with the excitement and anticipation... shoes, shoes, and more shoes!!!

Now that I am done thinking about expensive shoes (for the moment), why is it that all major bills happen at the same time??? House insurance (2 houses), car insurance, car tabs, timeshare annual dues... all of that is about $2,500 (and I am sure I am forgetting something) and now my association in San Fran is asking $2,300 for new garage doors! Wow- what to do... Does this happen to others? Maybe I should plan better... thanks heavens for savings accounts!

Last, I have been doing VERY well on my exercise and healthy diet/life-style for quite some time (seriously, I have not had my beloved french fries since January, ordered some the other night, and didn't even want them when they were served-- what has happened to me? I guess it's good- cravings have changed). So, reward night after enduring the eye surgery today. Choice: pepperoni pizza, Dr Pepper, and Ben & Jerry's Phish Food. Yum! Just waiting for the pizza to be delivered now and Jarrod to return from the grocery store with the soda and ice cream. This will be a good night and then back to the elliptical and balancing the 5 food groups tomorrow. Here we go...

Ladies and gentleman, life is good. If these are my worst dilemmas to ponder, I shall not complain... but I would love suggestions on the shoes :)

Monday, July 5, 2010

Very Odd 4th of July Holiday...

Hmmm... while it was fun, I had a very strange 4th of July holiday yesterday. Seriously, folks, I do NOT make this stuff up. How could I???

First, I woke up to a mocking bird outside my window at 7:30AM. Now I am not even sure if a mocking bird really exists in the world, but let me tell you, in this case, there is such a thing. I swear this annoying bird was repeating everything he heard from the night prior. I heard the repeat of my upstairs neighbor singing (and it ain't good!), whatI swear was the cast of Jersey Shore (which as you all know, ain't good either!!!), and a rendition of some cheesy Miley Cyrus song...

The day was intended to be very relaxing until the evening, but that changed when the fire alarms went off in the common areas of my condo around 10AM. So, outside we went.... it took the PC fire department about 12 minutes to arrive with 2 fire trucks, a police car, and an ambulance which for, which I would bet money, was someone simply using an emergency exit door while under the influence of Saturday July 3 alcohol (I was correct). BUT the firemen were SO CUTE- and nice! That was a very pleasant surprise. You expect fireman to be cute (aka calendar men) and they surely lived up to the expectation for this girl (sorry Mr Big).

Back to relaxation and movies on the couch.... wait... about 2 hours later... it went off AGAIN! This time I decided to take my time, get on my workout clothes, and head out to get away from the screeching. By the time I got back from working out, the cavalry was gone and a neighbor said it was the same. People- read the signs!!!

Next up.... heading down the road in PC, I come across a zebra, a buffalo, and a goat simply frolicking on the side of the road, grazing on grass. How random is that??? I wish I would have thought to take a photo- I may go back again today and check it out. Wow- that was strange. Made me smile. Not something you see everyday.

Last oddity of the day... Joaquin Phoenix. Not the cute JP of days gone by, but also not the crazy guy on David Letterman JP either--- kinda an in-between JP - little "odd", but typical celebrity sighting in PC these days..... Again, made me smile.

Well, was able to get back on the normality track to end the holiday with great PC Mountain Resort fireworks with some good wine. Nice way to end a "kinda weird" 4th of July.

Happy Birthday USA- I am honored to know you.

Saturday, July 3, 2010

20th Reunion Photos


Amy & Me- Pre-Party at Champp's

Pre-Party Fun



Danceline Girls at the reunion!


The girls post-shots at the reunion.... :)



Wendy and me....