Thank you to Bob and Sandra

So, my cousins Bob and Sandra gave us a week of their time share so we could go to Hawaii for our Honeymoon. I went over there the other night, and Bob called the company... and they had a place open in Princeville, Kauai! Apparently this is the most beautiful place on earth! I'm so excited, I can barely wait til Aug!!! It has 2 bedrooms, a full kitchen and living room and a whirlpool spa. And no, you don't need to come with us... but we'll bring you some pictures.

Productive day

I woke up just 3 hours ago, but have managed to accomplish quite a few things already. My Grandma calls at 10:30 to wake me up and ask when I will be getting up because she has some ideas, and wants to take me shopping. Oh my. So get up and get ready and she picks me up. We went to O'Charlie's for lunch where I realized she misinterpreted what I was looking for. See she asked to help with something, so I asked her to research bulk picture albums that I could get engraved. (I'm obsessed with this engraving idea). Well, she thought I wanted little picture albums, but I wanted like 8 X 10 frames. So, we left (took Shaun some soup) and headed to the dollar stores. We found these really cute picture frames that were only $1, but they didn't really have anything wedding related. But, I was looking for bulk travel size shower gel so that I could use it for my shower favors. I wanted to put a tag on it that said, "From my shower to yours!" Too cute. Well, instead, I found these little square bath things, that will serve the purpose. My grandma offered to wrap them in toole and add my note... I think they are going to be so cute. I also found a really pretty candle I think I might use for Jackie's candle. So, all in all, a very productive 3 hours!

Fun Nite at the Cactus

Kyle came into town last night, so we went out with him, Pechin, and one of their friends to the Cactus. Travis and Christy joined us later. (Travis has been asking me to mention him, and I finally have a reason). Shaun, Travis and Christy had been there on Thurs night, and Shaun had 12 rum and cokes and a shot. (So, he didn't drink last night). Anyway, so, Kyle is quite intoxicated before they even get to the Cactus, and then he consumed at least 4/5 more cups. Now a cup is really like 3 beers. Needless to say, Shaun drove him to dad's where he puked in the lawn. Travis bought me a cup, so I think I had 3/4 cups. I was definitely happy to be there. I had fun, and really didn't even have so much as a headache this morning... must've been all that water I had yesterday :) So all, in all, a very fun evening, and I got to see Kyle... he cracks me up.

View my websites

So I realized that I don't think I put my wedding website or my PC website on here. So here they are.

WEDDING WEBSITE

MY PAMPERED CHEF WEBSITE

Update

So I survived the longest week ever. I worked almost 50 hours and wanted to get a little more done this weekend. I spent the last 2 days at Executrain for Advanced Access classes. I learned so much and it was so exciting! I went to lunch with Krystal yesterday and today since I was on the north side. Today I talked her ear off about Access. Poor thing. So, then I called Beth on my way to Lafayette to tell her about it (and she shared my enthusiasm - as this benefits her too). I also learned how to do macros in Excel, which then is practically the same in Access. I got my invitation design finished. One of my co-workers offered to do the calligraphy for the envelopes as our wedding present. I'm really excited about that. I almost have all the registry inserts cut (will have by the end of the weekend). Talked to Leonard... he managed to survive the mailing without me by have the "Friday 4" come up and help. Yes, Beth, Rina, Marty and Kay have come up the last 3 weeks to help out. Hell, I have to go and beg for help, and he just sent out an email and they came flocking... Well, he can ask for help from now on. I went in and talked to my boss and told her that I wanted a promotion, and something else to do because I'm bored and refuse to commute to Indy to do my current job. I got my bridesmaid dress ordered, as did Stef and Krystal. All very exciting.

Turbo Tax

Shaun's dad bought Turbo Tax and was able to use it without a problem. I'm mean, it's pretty dumby proof. It gives you questions to answer, you hit next, and then you move to the next question. It doesn't allow you to do things that aren't acceptable and then it prints everything onto a nice little form that you can mail in. Well, my Ph.D. seeking nuclear engineering fiance didn't agree that it was easy. I'm sitting next to him trying to check our Pier One registry and he keeps asking me all these questions about every, single screen he comes to. So, I stop what I'm doing to help him. Needless to say it was quite the taxing experience, but it's all finished.

Registering

Well we registered at Pier One Imports yesterday. I think we are done registering for awhile... quite the exhausting experience. But we picked out our bedroom, dining room, and part of our living room furniture. I'm so excited. I'm still on the lookout for a black bakers rack that will hold stemware (as we have an obscene amount of glasses). Please let me know if you find anything fitting that description. Overall though I think we've had fun registering, and it's been an interesting experience to see just how different we are :)

Ending to the Odd Week

So, I'm leaving work last night and I see my boss come out of her bosses office with the other big boss lady. Basically a bad sign. So, Carol and I are chatting in the parking lot and see my boss walk out with a box of her stuff. My thoughts were confirmed when I get to work today to learn "Boss is no longer part of our staff." What an eloquent way of saying you got canned. Needless to say, everyone was on pins and needles today, not to mention trying to go through the office and harddrive of the world's most disorganized person ever. I left a half hour late.

I decided not to let my horrible week ruin my date night with my finance. So, I get to Lafayette, and he takes me to Tony's. (Our favorite). We had the vegetable tempera appetizer, spicy tuna roll, and the steak hibachi dinner. It was sooooo yummy. Then he took me to see "Hitch" which was so funny (despite the fact that is stars Will Smith). Then we came home and watch "Numbers" (Shaun's new favorite show). This was definitely what I needed to end this week :)

"The Ultimate Wedding Name & Address Change Kit"

"Go from Miss to Mrs... with this easy and invaluable time-saving kit!" That's the book title for a book I bought recently. Who knew that such a jewel even existed. This book come complete with all the forms one needs to legally change her name. Also included is a CD with more stuff on it... exhausting really. So I guess now all that's left to do (besides get married) is decide what to call myself.

Friendships

Friendships are odd aren't they. They come, they go. They make you happy and sad. They are amusing.

My TPC director Diane has become a friend. I started out not liking her... at all. She was pushy, when I didn't want to be, but needed to be pushed. But she was supportive, and kind. She got excited for you when things went well in your life and especially in your business. Now she has left TPC, and our everyday lives to sell Market Day Gourmet. I really miss her.

Then my best friend emails me today to say she doesn't want to be part of my wedding or my life. Needless to say, I don't know what to do. I just can't see myself getting married without her. I feel as though someone has died.

Funny how life turns out.

SuperBowl XXXIX

So the grapejelly (& Heinz 57) meatballs were a huge success - with hardly any left. Shaun's chili and jamboli were also eaten in great bulk, but still a lot left over. I feel fine about the Patriots winning as Tom Brady looks like my friend Ryan; especially since he cut his hair again. I do wish however that I would've seen more of the game... long story. I saw the kick off and... well that's about it. I did walk by the TV randomly to see that the score was tied. But everyone seemed to have a good time, and enjoyed all the food.

Tuxedos and Dress

So Shaun and I picked out the tux's and I ordered my dress yesterday! Such huge steps... so final feeling. Shaun's, our Dad's, and Grandpa's will wear a silver vest and tie that has black texturing. The Groomsmen and ushers will wear a red vest and tie with black texturing. The tux is a matte black with glossy black stripes of sorts. The shoes are two toned as well. Everyone is wearing a black shirt. I think it's going to look very sharp. I'm so excited!

Honeymoon Details

So Renee emails me today to say she's read my blog, but needs MORE DETAILS on this whole honeymoon situation, so let me try to help.

We went to the Bridal Show a couple weekends ago and filled out a card to win a free honeymoon to one of six locations in Mexico and the Dominican Republic. So I got a call last week that said we had to go listen to a presentation on healthy cooking and some pans and we would get a 3 day, 2 night stay in the resort of our choice. So we went to the thing, didn't buy anything, and got a trip. I looked up the flight information and Cancun has the cheapest flights, so we've probably go there. Now we have to worry about getting our passports. But the trip is all inclusive - including alcohol and all sorts of non-motorized sports such as snorkeling and parasailing. So, I'm still very excited even though it's not Hawaii.

Honeymoon

We won an all inclusive honeymoon package to Mexico or the Dominican Republic! I'm so excited! Shaun said we would decide where we go based on which destination has the cheapest flight. Oh, I can't wait! I was hoping we would win a honeymoon since the wedding fund is dwindling. I'll keep you posted on the latest.

Wedding Cake

So we met with cake lady today, actually Kelly's Cakes in Mellott and ordered our wedding cake. We met with Kelly herself, a more timely and thought provoking task than first imagined. We were there for nearly an hour and a half. But I showed her the picture of the cake I wanted from some magazine and the cake topper I chose from Crawford's Bakery and she said that was no problem. Then we got to taste different flavors. I knew I wanted red velvet, but wasn't about to turn down the opportunity to sample other flavors. Marble, chocolate, white... all very good, but red velvet is still my choice! I'm so excited!

Vegas Baby, Vegas

The jury's out... We're going to Las Vegas for our Bachelor and Bachelorette Parties! Details are up in the air somewhat, but I will keep you posted! I'm so excited though, as I've never been!

Lab Work

So I realize that I'm not good at getting my blood drawn. I usually get a little queasy; my blood pressure drops down... way down. But needless to say, I've never passed out... that is until yesterday. I had to leave work early for my pre-op appt. so I skipped lunch and opted for a Reese Cup to tie me over. I get to the lab and realize I probably should've eaten, but what difference does it make. I inform her that I can get a little quesasy, and she says she's only had 2 people in 10 years pass out and that I'll be fine. Well, I wasn't. She was done, I get light headed, she puts salts under my nose and I pass out anyway. Apparently I convulsed a couple times (dreamed about shopping at Walmart) and then woke up. Shaun said he would laugh at me if I passed out... he wasn't laughing when I woke up. They wheeled me to a futon and made me lay there for 15 minutes. My team leader at work asked how I was going to handle surgery... well if I pass out then at least I'm already laying down!

Surgery Update

So I was wrong... way wrong. Now I have to have nasal reconstructive surgery that includes a Septoplasty (straightening a deviated septum by removing cartilage and bone)and Turbinate Surgery (bone and mucus membrane being removed). So that dreadful, miserable packing I was trying to avoid will be definite along with a splint. This by itself could cause throat dryness and irritation... but add that with the tonsilectomy I'm going to have and we're screaming for the morphine drip. I think I'm going to request to be put under for say, 4 days until the packing and splint can be removed. I had my nose packed almost 10 years ago, and I can remember it vividly. I would rather birth 4 children consecutively than have my nose packed for days on end. I guess the good thing is I probably won't notice that my throat is killing me since I'll be so distraught about my nose. I need some anxiety medicine... Badly. I'm already freaking out about this and I don't even know what day it will be yet. Not to mention that I've thrown up every single time I've had surgery and throwing up while having a packed nose is unbearable. I think I would rather not be able to breathe.

Airport Excursion

So I'm leaving soon to pick Shaun up from the airport... I tell you. That guy travels more than anyone I know. He is in DC for some ANS conference and is staying with Charity and Steve. He is about to tell his advising Prof. that he doesn't want to work with her anymore. He is really upset about the whole situation. She has been working him to death and never ceases to ask for more. It's absolutely ridiculous. But I can't wait to see him. I just want to leave now so I can get there already. Course I doubt his plane as landed yet. I need to print off the latest version of The Program for him to see and critique. I'm hoping that we will untable the discussion on the red velvet cake with white icing... that would be great.

Surgery

So I've been sick now for what feels likes months, but has been about 3 weeks. I've been the doctor's twice and have been put on weeks of psycho antibiotics. I'm finally feeling a little better. But the last time I was in I was told I have to have surgery and meet with a surgeon. Not major surgery really, tonsilectomy, tubes put in ears and possible adneiodectomy. But surgery none the less, which I hate. Hopefully I won't have to spend any time in the hospital for it. So, wish me luck.