Well today sucked. I knew it was going to be a bad day at about 8:10. Today was dealing with crisis after crisis. I'm so mentally drained. I think I'm going to need a therapist myself.
So what do you do to calm yourself after a long, hard, exhausting day?
I'm proud to say I didn't go shopping. Shocking, I know. But it's believable after I found out the price of a root canal.
Here's what I'm not doing...
1) my homework. I will be so busy this weekend with all of my assignments.
2) paying bills
3) crying (yay! this is huge for me!)
Here's what I'm doing to calm my mind...
1) Searching funny youtube video clips
Let's play a game... who knows which clip these quotes come from?
"Obviously"
"You are so dumb. You are really dumb, for real."
2) watching Office Space
"So Peter it looks like you've been missing work lately."
Peter: "Well I wouldn't exactly say I've been missing it."
3) rubbing my tummy from the yumminess of Mr. Gatti's take-out pizza we had for dinner. (Does this mean I bought something? I don't think food counts.)
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Willy Wonka's Fate
Oh my goodness, I was just talking about Randy's obsession with candy yesterday on the blog. Well, it's deja vu because I got a phone call today.
This weekend, Randy and I were dining at a fabulous Mexican restaurant in San Angelo. Fuentes is off the chains. Well anyway, in the middle of lunch Randy said "I think one of my fillings came out."
Can I get a shout out from all the cavity free people out there?
Whoo hoo!!!
Back to the story...so he did something he hates to do, he made an appointment to go to the dentist today to get it refilled.
Well I got a phone call at 3:45. This is school hours people. Randy never calls me when I'm at work, probably because I'm never at my desk. So I know it was important. Well I called him later today, and he reveals to me that he had an emergency root canal.
What? My Rands, who has zero tolerance for pain, had such decay all the way down to his root that the tooth was almost abscess.
So I feel sorry for my sugar. I just got through coaxing him and preparing him for this "minor" filling. I was trying to get him to be a big boy and not get the sedation.
Oh he got the sedation, and lots of it!
So much, that he threw up twice during the procedure. Can we talk about the dangers of throwing up when sedated? I was so glad I found this out after the surgery. He could have choked. Let me at these dentists!
When it rains, it pours.
In 2 weeks he goes back for his permanent crown. It turns out the missing filling was a crack in his tooth all the way to the gum. When they did the x-rays and were preparing to put a crown on it, they discovered that the root was completely rotten.
Of course there's a funny part to the story...
R: "I was so knocked out. I remember thinking, 'man I'm so relaxed, I hope I don't piss my pants."
R: "After I woke up, I immediately felt my pants. I was so relieved to feel that they were dry."
I think it's time to put up all the Halloween candy.
This weekend, Randy and I were dining at a fabulous Mexican restaurant in San Angelo. Fuentes is off the chains. Well anyway, in the middle of lunch Randy said "I think one of my fillings came out."
Can I get a shout out from all the cavity free people out there?
Whoo hoo!!!
Back to the story...so he did something he hates to do, he made an appointment to go to the dentist today to get it refilled.
Well I got a phone call at 3:45. This is school hours people. Randy never calls me when I'm at work, probably because I'm never at my desk. So I know it was important. Well I called him later today, and he reveals to me that he had an emergency root canal.
What? My Rands, who has zero tolerance for pain, had such decay all the way down to his root that the tooth was almost abscess.
So I feel sorry for my sugar. I just got through coaxing him and preparing him for this "minor" filling. I was trying to get him to be a big boy and not get the sedation.
Oh he got the sedation, and lots of it!
So much, that he threw up twice during the procedure. Can we talk about the dangers of throwing up when sedated? I was so glad I found this out after the surgery. He could have choked. Let me at these dentists!
When it rains, it pours.
In 2 weeks he goes back for his permanent crown. It turns out the missing filling was a crack in his tooth all the way to the gum. When they did the x-rays and were preparing to put a crown on it, they discovered that the root was completely rotten.
Of course there's a funny part to the story...
R: "I was so knocked out. I remember thinking, 'man I'm so relaxed, I hope I don't piss my pants."
R: "After I woke up, I immediately felt my pants. I was so relieved to feel that they were dry."
I think it's time to put up all the Halloween candy.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
What Next?
When I was in elementary school, I did something that squashed my mother so badly. I took something she was so proud of and just annihilated it. I did this all with one simple but very honest comment.
"Mom I want to change my name."
She.cried.big.fat.TEARS!
My mom loves my name. I was her favorite birthday present ever. See my mom was ticked when she went into labor because she was peeved my dad wasn't going to take her out for her birthday celebration. But hours later, she was comforted with something way better than a steak dinner. ME!!!!!
So she named me her lucky Penny because I was born on her birthday.
She gave me a very unique name. A name that has caused more teasing and picking on than one can imagine.
I hate coin jokes. They are not funny, nor original. My name is not Nickel, nor Dime, nor some other currency. So wipe that stupid grin off your face when you make that knee-slapping joke.
Hardy-har-har
But I'm over the bitterness. Can't you tell?
Sure, as an adolescent/child it was painful to be teased. But really I just gave them great ammo. My name is perfect for teasing. Now when I hear a joke, I just shrug and go on. I actually love my name now. So Mom I'm sorry I made you cry when I ranted the whole, "When I'm 18, I'm going to the court house to legally change my name" comment.
So I've heard everything before from copper to Lincoln, to my dog's name is Penny. What can I say it's a gosh darn good name. I even share my name with loving grandmothers.
I'm determined not to let my newest discovery set me back in my state of name acceptance.
But this is a little too much... Scentsy has taken it too far.
I love my new Scentsy! My fabulous mother-in-law gave me my first Scentsy for my birthday. I have been so excited about it that I sat down tonight to peruse the catalog. I'm way pumped about buying some new scents for the upcoming holiday season. In addition to their cute little warmers, they have a kids line.
Scentsy buddies are stuffed animals with little zippers on their back. You stash a scentsy fragrance near their little spines, and bam you have a fresh smelling stuffed animal. Because really, what little kid wouldn't want an "apple pie" lamb?
I'm not sure if I think this idea is brilliant or silly. (probably the latter) But just look what they went ahead and did...
What's this you ask?
Well it looks like a pig.
A pig that they so happened to name... dum dum dum
Penny!
I'm in scentsy shock.
Here's the awful description.
Penny the Pig
Neat and tidy, Penny never has a hair out of place—even her tail is a perfect curlicue! Find a special place for Penny to call home and she’ll clean it up in no time.
Penny loves to laugh, but can be a bit self-conscious. She can’t help but blush when she lets out a snort! Tell Penny all your jokes, but be sure to laugh along with her—it might even help to throw in an oink now and then!
I have no words left to utter or oink in this case.
"Mom I want to change my name."
She.cried.big.fat.TEARS!
My mom loves my name. I was her favorite birthday present ever. See my mom was ticked when she went into labor because she was peeved my dad wasn't going to take her out for her birthday celebration. But hours later, she was comforted with something way better than a steak dinner. ME!!!!!
So she named me her lucky Penny because I was born on her birthday.
She gave me a very unique name. A name that has caused more teasing and picking on than one can imagine.
I hate coin jokes. They are not funny, nor original. My name is not Nickel, nor Dime, nor some other currency. So wipe that stupid grin off your face when you make that knee-slapping joke.
Hardy-har-har
But I'm over the bitterness. Can't you tell?
Sure, as an adolescent/child it was painful to be teased. But really I just gave them great ammo. My name is perfect for teasing. Now when I hear a joke, I just shrug and go on. I actually love my name now. So Mom I'm sorry I made you cry when I ranted the whole, "When I'm 18, I'm going to the court house to legally change my name" comment.
So I've heard everything before from copper to Lincoln, to my dog's name is Penny. What can I say it's a gosh darn good name. I even share my name with loving grandmothers.
I'm determined not to let my newest discovery set me back in my state of name acceptance.
But this is a little too much... Scentsy has taken it too far.
I love my new Scentsy! My fabulous mother-in-law gave me my first Scentsy for my birthday. I have been so excited about it that I sat down tonight to peruse the catalog. I'm way pumped about buying some new scents for the upcoming holiday season. In addition to their cute little warmers, they have a kids line.
Scentsy buddies are stuffed animals with little zippers on their back. You stash a scentsy fragrance near their little spines, and bam you have a fresh smelling stuffed animal. Because really, what little kid wouldn't want an "apple pie" lamb?
I'm not sure if I think this idea is brilliant or silly. (probably the latter) But just look what they went ahead and did...
What's this you ask?
Well it looks like a pig.
A pig that they so happened to name... dum dum dum
Penny!
I'm in scentsy shock.
Here's the awful description.
Penny the Pig
Neat and tidy, Penny never has a hair out of place—even her tail is a perfect curlicue! Find a special place for Penny to call home and she’ll clean it up in no time.
Penny loves to laugh, but can be a bit self-conscious. She can’t help but blush when she lets out a snort! Tell Penny all your jokes, but be sure to laugh along with her—it might even help to throw in an oink now and then!
I have no words left to utter or oink in this case.
Things I know...
1) Halloween decorations have me giddy! My awesome pal Les bought me this amazing candy corn banner for my birthday to hang under the bar. I love it!
(Sorry the picture is crud)
2) Halloween definitely brings out my husband's sweet tooth. Mr. Wonka has me replenishing my Frankenstein candy dish weekly. This is fabulous for his dentist who collects Randy's money when he SEDATES him to fill a cavity! Can you believe it? W-I-M-P
3) I have a new pet peeve. Now, you're probably wondering how someone can just "have" a new thing that drives them crazy. Let me show you a picture to exhibit my frustration.
Whoa, someone is thirsty!!!!
Guess who's nightstand this is? Here's a hint: It's not mine or Mopac's.
Apparently my husband is addicted to candy and accumulating water glasses. Every night he brings his agua up stairs, which he doesn't drink by the way. And every day he adds to the collection. Umm go ahead and count 'em up!
I'm determined not to say anything. I'm irritated, but I kinda want to see how far this goes before the mini bar spills onto the floor. If he starts stacking cups, I'm going to flip. Besides, do you happen to notice what the cups are concealing? Pictures of me...gasp! I can barely believe it myself! It's a double whammy as far as I'm concerned.
4) My middle school is super cool. We had an author come to the library to do a book signing. I know! The author wrote the book, Savvy. It's a Newberry Award Winner, and I remember my sixth graders reading it last year. Well, obviously, I had to buy a copy and get it signed. I mean, I met someone famous. Of course, I'm going to buy a copy of her book. I can't wait to read it! Why wasn't my middle school cool? The coolest thing we did at school was career day.
5) There are more Texas Rangers fans now than there ever were. T-shirt fans if you will. Why am I talking about this? Because my facebook status wall is stacked with "Go Texas!," "Rangers Rule," and "Yankee Pankee." (yah! no comment on that last one) So if you can answer "YES" to the following question, I encourage you to tweet, post, sing, dance your Texas Rangers tune.
"Were you a Rangers fan three months ago?"
Well? if you said no or who gives a care, do us all a favor and stop posting on facebook how you're going to give you left arm away if the Rangers beat the Yankees. Seriously, we're over this!
The real question I want to know is "When does baseball end?"
(Sorry the picture is crud)
2) Halloween definitely brings out my husband's sweet tooth. Mr. Wonka has me replenishing my Frankenstein candy dish weekly. This is fabulous for his dentist who collects Randy's money when he SEDATES him to fill a cavity! Can you believe it? W-I-M-P
3) I have a new pet peeve. Now, you're probably wondering how someone can just "have" a new thing that drives them crazy. Let me show you a picture to exhibit my frustration.
Whoa, someone is thirsty!!!!
Guess who's nightstand this is? Here's a hint: It's not mine or Mopac's.
Apparently my husband is addicted to candy and accumulating water glasses. Every night he brings his agua up stairs, which he doesn't drink by the way. And every day he adds to the collection. Umm go ahead and count 'em up!
I'm determined not to say anything. I'm irritated, but I kinda want to see how far this goes before the mini bar spills onto the floor. If he starts stacking cups, I'm going to flip. Besides, do you happen to notice what the cups are concealing? Pictures of me...gasp! I can barely believe it myself! It's a double whammy as far as I'm concerned.
4) My middle school is super cool. We had an author come to the library to do a book signing. I know! The author wrote the book, Savvy. It's a Newberry Award Winner, and I remember my sixth graders reading it last year. Well, obviously, I had to buy a copy and get it signed. I mean, I met someone famous. Of course, I'm going to buy a copy of her book. I can't wait to read it! Why wasn't my middle school cool? The coolest thing we did at school was career day.
5) There are more Texas Rangers fans now than there ever were. T-shirt fans if you will. Why am I talking about this? Because my facebook status wall is stacked with "Go Texas!," "Rangers Rule," and "Yankee Pankee." (yah! no comment on that last one) So if you can answer "YES" to the following question, I encourage you to tweet, post, sing, dance your Texas Rangers tune.
"Were you a Rangers fan three months ago?"
Well? if you said no or who gives a care, do us all a favor and stop posting on facebook how you're going to give you left arm away if the Rangers beat the Yankees. Seriously, we're over this!
The real question I want to know is "When does baseball end?"
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Pondering Thoughts
1) Everyone needs a weekend get-away every once in awhile. I feel so refreshed!
2) We drove through a town called Eden. I was so stinking sleepy, but I wanted to see with my very own eyes any references to businesses named "Garden." Ha ha ha I knew it. There was a restaurant named "The Garden." Oh man, I so called that one.
3) Gas station fajitas don't look that bad. What has the culinary world come to? What did I just type? I know, everyone is cringing! But Stripes in Brady was sporting some good looking tomatillo salsa. I didn't buy anything because I can't quite buy a meal at a gas station. Call me a snob, but it's something about those refrigerated gummy bread sandwiches that have stuck with me for years.
4) Excelator hand dryers are amazing! I love how fast and powerful those hand dryers are, and they are keeping our bathrooms cleaner and more environmentally friendly. Concern: hand wrinkles (my skin was just getting whipped around,that can't be good with the elasticity factor)
5) We arrived to the wedding separately. A huge shout out to my friend Sidd for taking me to the wedding. Randy was fashionably late, but with a huge Longhorn victory grin. (I told him he could stay behind and finish watching the UT/Nebraska game at the hotel.) I'll be polishing my "Wife of the Year" trophy sometime this week;)
5) Lindsay was beautiful! I love weddings, and it was great seeing old friends. Pictures to come, but Randy is pestering me for the computer to track fantasy. Oh the joys of Sunday and limited computer time!
Have a great week!
2) We drove through a town called Eden. I was so stinking sleepy, but I wanted to see with my very own eyes any references to businesses named "Garden." Ha ha ha I knew it. There was a restaurant named "The Garden." Oh man, I so called that one.
3) Gas station fajitas don't look that bad. What has the culinary world come to? What did I just type? I know, everyone is cringing! But Stripes in Brady was sporting some good looking tomatillo salsa. I didn't buy anything because I can't quite buy a meal at a gas station. Call me a snob, but it's something about those refrigerated gummy bread sandwiches that have stuck with me for years.
4) Excelator hand dryers are amazing! I love how fast and powerful those hand dryers are, and they are keeping our bathrooms cleaner and more environmentally friendly. Concern: hand wrinkles (my skin was just getting whipped around,that can't be good with the elasticity factor)
5) We arrived to the wedding separately. A huge shout out to my friend Sidd for taking me to the wedding. Randy was fashionably late, but with a huge Longhorn victory grin. (I told him he could stay behind and finish watching the UT/Nebraska game at the hotel.) I'll be polishing my "Wife of the Year" trophy sometime this week;)
5) Lindsay was beautiful! I love weddings, and it was great seeing old friends. Pictures to come, but Randy is pestering me for the computer to track fantasy. Oh the joys of Sunday and limited computer time!
Have a great week!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Martha = Love
2 great ideas from my October issue of Martha Stewart Living...
This will be my Halloween wreath next year. Simple but fun!
Chili Toppers!
I'm ready for some cool fall weather and a piping hot bowl of chili. Next time I will be adding corn muffin croutons.
Corn Muffin Croutons
Cut corn muffins or corn bread into 3/4 inch cubes, toss with olive oil and salt. Bake at 350 degrees until golden, about 20 minutes.
Oh man, I'm so ready for chili season!
This will be my Halloween wreath next year. Simple but fun!
Chili Toppers!
I'm ready for some cool fall weather and a piping hot bowl of chili. Next time I will be adding corn muffin croutons.
Corn Muffin Croutons
Cut corn muffins or corn bread into 3/4 inch cubes, toss with olive oil and salt. Bake at 350 degrees until golden, about 20 minutes.
Oh man, I'm so ready for chili season!
weekend get-away
What a week!!! I have so many emails/drop-ins/phone calls coming my way, I don't even know where to start. Yesterday I just laid on the floor of my office and thought of that Jiffy Lube man I saw in the morning waving his little $10 off sign...ahhh blissful!
Things at work are getting busier. I eat lunch close to 2pm every day. A good thing is that I'm learning the kids' names. They are getting to know me! Now calling me by my last name is a challenge. I have officially become Ms. Penny to several of my sixth graders. A mom called the other day and asked to speak to Ms. Penny.
Hmmm it's cute and endearing but also geriatric sounding. And it makes me feel like I should weigh 300 pounds. Oh well...least I'm getting to know the kids.
I am so pumped about this weekend. We are going on a much needed weekend get-away. I'm so excited to have a date night with my husband, to escape from our current lives and just relax reminiscing with old friends and spending some quality time together. My friend from college is tying the knot on Saturday, and I'm so excited to get to witness their big day.
What else am I excited about?
The new outfit I'm going to treat myself to after school tomorrow. :)
Happy Friday eve!!!
Things at work are getting busier. I eat lunch close to 2pm every day. A good thing is that I'm learning the kids' names. They are getting to know me! Now calling me by my last name is a challenge. I have officially become Ms. Penny to several of my sixth graders. A mom called the other day and asked to speak to Ms. Penny.
Hmmm it's cute and endearing but also geriatric sounding. And it makes me feel like I should weigh 300 pounds. Oh well...least I'm getting to know the kids.
I am so pumped about this weekend. We are going on a much needed weekend get-away. I'm so excited to have a date night with my husband, to escape from our current lives and just relax reminiscing with old friends and spending some quality time together. My friend from college is tying the knot on Saturday, and I'm so excited to get to witness their big day.
What else am I excited about?
The new outfit I'm going to treat myself to after school tomorrow. :)
Happy Friday eve!!!
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