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Saturday, April 21, 2001Its not extremely late, but I am tired so bed it calling me. Mostly because Keith and I went to The Olive Garden for dinner and the garlic is disagreeing with my stomach right now. I have alot to do tomorrow. I need to move my cookbooks around, unpack a few boxes of shoes, organize my closet, make lasagna, take the stuff outside at my apartment for "spring cleaning" pickup by the trash collectors, find a few recipes for the blog, do laundry, paint a baseboard, and hopefully start writing my "thank yous" for the shower gifts. Its gonna be a busy Sunday, but that's OK because it is all here at the house, and it makes it nice to not have to go out and chase down things.More tomorrow, but Deb, give Em a hug for me. I hope she is not in pain. Hope to catch up more tomorrow (in between my list of stuff to do)
It is late. And I have paperwork to do at the DUI office tomorrow and need to get there by 9 am to enter the locked offices. So, its off to bed. My thoughts are with those who are traveling this weekend, and to those who just need some chocolate and hugs. I am hoping to add my recipes to the kitchen blog this weekend. Will give an update if I do.
Sometimes talking to a friend can make your evening. Thanks!!
Friday, April 20, 2001Sometimes you have to wonder why people you have met on-line or only once can understand and support you more than those who live in your neighborhood. We had a meeting last night, and afterwards went out for a drink (hence the too much diet pepsi)...one of my bridesmaids, who has 2 kids and a part time job, did not go because she was "tired". OK, I do understand, but she has not gone out more than once with us since last fall. I think what bothers (I guess I mean hurts) me is that she is too busy and tired to call me....I end up being the one who calls. (Actually, I seem to end up being the one who calls all of my friends but that is another story) I know I do not have kids, but somedays, I barely have time to sleep with wedding, working 2 jobs, trying to pack, move and decorate a new house, and then add to that the times I would like to spend with my fiance. However, instead of "can you use some help?" "how you holding up?" questions, all I get arecomplaints about shoes, dresses, times, and comments like "well, she is busy now with the kids" Does that mean that only people with children are busy? Or that you can't support or listen to someone who is not a mother? Now, I am not saying I am busier than anyone. Please don't read this wrong. It is just that I have friends who find the time to call me or email me even with the school, jobs, kids, husbands, homes, families, writing, webdesign, etc....and say "when you have time" "i know things are hectic with the wedding"....and just give me support and care when I need it. Is it easier to understand stress when you read it in my blog? Or is it just these people give out kindness and good karma with each breath. Either way, I appreciate it more than you know and I love you for it.
I am a night person. I am reflective at night. I seem to think things out, have clearer instinct, and just want to ramble at night. But as you may notice, my last few blogs have been in the morning. And yet, they are just "about" things....not really reflective at all. Part of the reason is that I do not have as much time at night. But, there is also the voice in my head that warns me about reflecting and talking about what is in my head. I don't know why exactly because its my blog, and my thoughts, and yet, there is still a bit of fear about baring my soul or my thoughts. So, why admit this now? Because I suffer from mid-night insomnia and that coupled with too many diet pepsi's last night at the bar made for a restless night. And it started me thinking about what I want my space to be. A big part of my life is my wedding right now, and my move....so I do discuss that. But I am more than that. I am also the counselor who worries if she will get it all done before she leaves for a week in June. I am the content and happy person who cries at commercials and "Chicken Soup for the Soul" books on a daily basis. And I am someone who needs people more than I like to admit to myself. I need this place to talk to myself. I need to babble about the wedding, my frustrations with work and people, and my desire to be a better person. And that last one is one that you will see for a looonnnggg time. I want to be kinder and more patient. I need to be less sarcastic (although I have tried that before and it doesn't work as well as I would like). And I need to listen and hug more. Shana, did you ever take a psych course? Projection is a major defense mechanism and exactly what you are describing. WARNING: WEDDING UPDATE (for those who don't want to know anymore, skip) Quiet evening planned. Finishing packing and unpacking the stuff at the house. Movers are due Monday at 9 and Keith needs a reminder of where to put the furniture. Bye for now.
Thursday, April 19, 2001Another day, another bit of cold here although the sun is shining. A few comments before I get back to searching disks for a letter I need.Shana...new graphics!!! Woohoo!! And very pretty....like them. JenC...I have been going back to blogs I missed for a while and noticed you had found the kitchen. I will be adding a recipe this weekend I hope. My goal is to do one every two weeks if I can. I love to try new stuff although SIMPLE is part of my cooking language. Deb...I don't have a favorite anything BUT I don't like using glasses that have been through the dishwasher too many times so I have plastic ones at my gram's and mom's that are MINE. Other than that, my tiger mug is my fav. Leigh....I now own a house (that I won't be living in until June) but we found what we liked and wanted to have a place to be our home. I am moving on Monday to my Dad's if you haven't realized that with all my complaints and such. WE GOT 3 RESPONSES TO OUR WEDDING!!! I can't believe they got here that fast but I guess some folks get the mail early enough to get it out that day and it came back within 48 hours of me mailing them. One is from a relative, one from my friend and bridesmaid, and the last from Keith's friend who was supposed to be our Best Man. (Did I tell y'all that? Bill called in Feb, and told Keith he could not do it due to health, so Keith got another usher and asked Paul to be Best Man. I will tell you all, I remained very calm during this event which is unusual for me......) Ok, have to go for now. More later.
Wednesday, April 18, 2001Good morning. I didn't get back to blog yesterday because I had to cover a class. And then, last night I went to the apartment to finish up organizing stuff---and the computer is no longer there. Currently, things are under control with the move. I have boxes stacked, and only a few things like phones, curling iron and hair dryer left to pack---and those "beauty items" need to come with me to my dad's place.My invitations have been received by local folks. I only mailed them on Monday, but I guess the extended tax hours for the post office made them move quickly. Will be waiting for responses now..... I too owe emails to folks...hope to get to that later. In the meantime, a few comments: Now, the fun stuff about this wedding. I got to see the bridesmaid dresses yesterday. I had to go and pay for shipping for my sister-in-laws dresses, and so I took over my puffy slip, saw the dress, paid the money, and made an appointment for a fitting. I will be heading back on Saturday to pick up my veil since I have a hair appointment on Monday and Colleen is going to play with my hair and the veil. I continue to make lists of things to do. Things are going smoothly right now, and I just need to keep on track of working daily to get something accomplished. One of the teachers has said she will help me with my programs and rehearsal dinner invitations. The music is pretty much decided upon, and I need to look for readings and set the menu for the reception. (and don't worry, i will keep you up to date on my "to-do" list) A few people had asked about shower gifts I had received so I thought I would mention a few....We got an assortment of gifts--alot off of our registry but also a few fun surprises. Included were: 6 china place settings, 8 glass beer mugs(guess who wanted these?), a crystal picture, crystal frame, and crystal candle holder, blender, breadmaker, spice rack, 2 sets of sheets, 2 blankets (ours are in very bad shape---i think one of mine was actually a wedding gift of my parents), 2 sets of bright yellow towels, bakeware both from pampered chef and non-stick, a toaster oven, dishes, canisters and bowls with our apples on for the kitchen, HMMM...ramble much? Just on Wednesdays. Gotta got for now. Hope to be back.....
Tuesday, April 17, 2001Well, its back to work and a quick blog to let you all know I survived the busy weekend. After the invitations were done, I basically did little on Easter Sunday. I went to my aunt's home for dinner (Keith was working 2-10) and made it home by 11 pm. Monday morning was moving day....not with the REAL movers, just Keith and my Dad, and I. I do believe I shocked them with how much stuff I had packed into that apartment. The two of them made 2 trips with the truck and Jimmy.But I am happy. All my cooking stuff, clothes, jewelry, and shoes are at the house. AND SO IS MY COMPUTER!!! Which means more time to check out things over the weekends. Right now, all that is left in my apartment is bathroom stuff, a TV, and clothes. I don't even think I have an unpacked book there to read. A few comments to people: I know there must be more, but I need to get started on a bit of work here. I will be back for quick thoughts though. Its nice to be able to blog again.
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