So I completed the month. I actually almost didn’t post at all today, because I the girl who never gets sick (period annoyances aside) now have some sort of stomache flu. I am attempting to will myself out of it because I have a party tonight, but I had to go home early from work today and I am running a fever…

I am going to go lie back down now.

Today I came into work and went to boot up my computer and it wouldn’t get back the starting up screen. So right now it is with my father getting defragged and I am stuck on my work desktop that seems like a dinosaur compared to my beloved laptop. I am just hopping I don’t need to send it back to Dell.

I have a party for The Body Shop this Friday that I really need to get prepared for. I feel like I haven’t done one in ages. It’s a facial party though and those are usually a lot of fun. I plan on using any money I earn at the party to buy Christmas presents. My bestest friend Ariana is also going to accompany me to the party and maybe even help out again. She is so fantastic at that. I’m so greatful to have a friend like her.

I just got the booklet from NCC for Spring & Summer courses. I am going to fill it out and see what happens. It would be nice to be in school again.

So my brothers have been having a rough week. It seems Jason’s girlfriend broke up with him last week and Alan’s girlfriend broke up with him last week. Jason had been with his girlfriend for about two years and Alan and his girlfriend have been together for four. I guess I have some Christmas presents to return.

I’m sad about Jason’s girlfriend leaving because I really liked her and I thought they were going to be together for a really long time. Who knows though? They might get back together.

My brother Alan’s girlfriend is already seeing someone new. He is 10 years older than her which I think is a little gross, but to each his own. As long as my brother is alright.

It’s crazy though. I would have never expected this sort of thing so close to the holidays.

I am actually thrilled to be back to work. My vacation to Boston was nice and then it was Thanksgiving so I had time off for that, but it was all a bit overwelming. I am so glad to be back at my job in my town. I also got some lia sophia jewelry in the mail today and that always cheers me up.

I am going to go eat my lunch now because I am hungry.

So I am starting something new and I am starting it tomorrow, but I won’t say what it is for 10 days because I have a history of not following these things through and I don’t want to start something and not finish it again.

Edit: I accidently made this post private… Woops. : )

I have stories to tell you guys. I do! I mean I have been having Thanksgiving and black friday shopping. I have also been crashing cemetaries and watching movies. However, it’s hard for me to write on anything, but my laptop and everywhere except my job uses dial-up and that is killing me. Monday everything will be right again.

I am also missing some order forms and that isn’t good and I spent all my black friday money on myself because I am a selfish bitch like that.

1. Successful people tend to generalize about good things (“I do well at math, so I’ll do well at anything”), and they consider their mistakes isolated incidents. Less accomplished people tend to do the opposite (“I’m bad at tennis, so I’ll be bad at all sports”). List the skills you do well in the first column, the skills you want to improve in the second, adopt the mind-set of the successful person and assume you’ll master it.* I am going to stick with three things for each.

• Read
• Listen
• Entertain Myself

2. Is there anything you’re afraid to put on the list because you don’t have an innate gift for it? Research has shown that self-discipline and practice play a larger part in academic success than talent. How can you find time for the new activity?

You know, I would love to be smarter. I don’t idolize celebrities or people who are rich. I idolize people who have ambition and are smart and who write well either in blogs or novels. One of my highest wishes for myself other than children and a home is to be a doctor. So that is what I am scared to want.

I think making time for any new activity is totally doable. I would just have to shift my priorities.

3. Adults face three obstacles to learning something new, says Jensen: (1) They don’t have much time to devote to a new activity; (2) they’re often tired, (3) they have a lot of naysayers or a lack of support in their lives. Which is most likely to stop you? How can you avoid letting this trip you up?

Honestly it isn’t any of those things for me. Well perhaps in a way the third because I am what holds me back. I am so completely terrified of failing. I am scared of getting out there and not getting anywhere. I am scared of what other students in my classes will think of me. I don’t know if I can do it.

4. Several researchers have noted that people acquire different skills in different ways. Do you know how you learn best – with a book, a hands-on demonstration, or a bulldog of a coach? How can you get the instruction that helps you perform best?

I actually need a lot to learn. I am dyslexic and it doesn’t affect the way I see words, but it really affects the way I perceive things and the way I learn. I need to use all of my senses and be completely immersed in something to understand. So I suppose if we are looking at the doctor thing it would be a good idea to have a tutor from the beginning before trouble starts to make sure I am understanding, reading and if possible practicing.

5. Jensen (I don’t know who Jensen is btw) sets microgoals, breaking down projects into weekly and daily tasks that he can check off. He knows friends who ask someone to supervise their progress – the idea of not letting the person down motivates them to work harder. What will be your system of accountability?

I guess I could have The Mrs. hold me to things and check on my progress. I could also make my baby steps to getting to a larger goal. I have been thinking of starting classes at a community college and then transferring into the Pre-Med program at a university with an associate degree.

*All the questions are from the something to think about section of Oprah Magazine November 2006 edition.

I am off to make a vegetarian main entree for The Mrs. and a pitcher of Sangria. I made the two apple pies last night so that is out of the way. I might post more tonight or you’ll have to wait until tomorrow.

Have a great day today. Remember what you are thankful for.

Today has been CRAZY. Who is stupid enough to go grocery shopping the day before Thanksgiving? I am. It is also 10:41 p.m. and I am off to bake 2 apple pies from scratch. More signs of crazy. I am also at home so this post is coming to you from rather unstable dial-up so I am regurgitating an survey to you that I have saved on my computer.

1. How old will you be in five years?

- 27

2. Who did you spend at least two hours with today?

- Well it’s only 10 am, but I guess The Mrs. because I was with her from 12 - 7:30am today.

3. How tall are you?

- 5′ 6″ (I think)

4. What do you look forward to most in the next six weeks?

- Going to Boston, MA to see my friend Kyle. I am also looking forward to Thanksgiving and Christmas. I love the holidays. Plus in just 7 weeks it will be my anniversary!

5. What’s the last movie you saw?

- I watched The Family Stone again on Sunday.

6. Who is the last person you called?

- Hmm……I think The Mrs. Yes, it was. I called her yesterday while I was buying the groceries because I couldn’t find the type of Boca Burgers she likes.

7. Who was the last person to call you?

- The Mrs. later on last night to see why I called.

8. Who was the last text message you received?

- Again The Mrs. She sent me a text before she called.

9. Do you prefer to call or text?

- I really don’t care for either.

10. Do you have any pets?

- I have a black lab named Willow and a cocker spaniel named Sebastian. Will is 6 and little terrible is 3.

11. What were you doing at 12am last night?

- Trying to fall asleep.

12. Are your parents married/separated/divorced?

- Married.

13. When is the last time you saw your mom?

- Yesterday at work.

14. What color are your eyes?

- Lovely brown.

15. What time did you wake up today?

- 7:00 a.m.

17. What’s your favorite Christmas song?

- I love most Christmas music.

18. Where is your favorite place to be?

- At home, alone or with just The Mrs.

19. Where is your least favorite place to be?

- Anywhere too crowded.

20. Where would you go if you could go anywhere?

- For a week stay at Disney world with The Mrs. followed by a week long Disney cruise.

21. Where do you think you’ll be in 10 years?

- I have no freaking idea. I hope that I will be living in Portland, OR with one or two kids living in a small house with The Mrs. That would be nice.

22. Do you tan or burn?

- I stay out of the sun and when I do go in the sun I wear a high SPF, but before I gave a shit about skin cancer and throught it was a bad thing to be pastey white I would tan.

23. What did you fear was going to get you at night as a child?

- Aliens.

24. What was the last thing that made you laugh?

- Boy Meets World this morning. (It was the episode where Cory & Shawn dress up like girls.)

25. How many TVs do you have in your house?

- In the house? I think 5.

32. What do you like about fall?

- Everything! I love the color and the cool crisp air and getting to wear sweaters again.

33. What do you like about winter?

- The holidays, lights, snow, days stuck at home, no insects.

34. What do you like about the summer?

- No snow, no ice, safe driving, sun shine.

35. What do you like about spring?

- Flowers, leaves, fawns, light warm air.

36. How many states have you lived in?

- Only one. (So Far)

37. What cities/towns have you lived in?

- Three.

38. Do you prefer shoes, socks, or bare feet?

- Shoes outside, socks in the house, bare feet in bed.

39. Are you a social person?

- With friends.

40. What was the last thing you ate?

- A peice of the apple pie I made from scratch last night.

41. What is your favorite restaurant?

- I like eating out so I have a lot. (ex. Olive Garden, Don Pablos, Panera Bread, etc…)

47. Do you like coffee?

-No, but I drink it when I am tired.

49. What do you drink in the morning?

-Coffee if I go out to breakfast with my parents. Other wise water.

53. Do you like to cuddle?

- Yes.

56. Do you eat out or at home more often?

- Out.

59. Do you want kids?

-Yes.

60. Do you speak any other languages?

- No.

61. Have you ever gotten stitches?

- Just one after my car crash.

62. Have you ever ridden in an ambulance?

- Yes, but only the one time after said car crash.

63. Do you prefer an ocean or a pool?

- The pool. Much more sanitary. Unless it’s the Caribbean and then I don’t mind the water.

64. Do you prefer a window seat or an aisle seats?

- Window. I like a view.

65. Do you know how to drive stick?

- No.

66. What is your favorite thing to spend money on?

- Currently? Jewelry.

67. Do you wear any jewelry 24/7?

- I used to wear my Tiffany Starfish, but now I have so much jewelry I pretty much pick something to go with what I am wearing.

68. What is your favorite TV show?

- Grey’s Anatomy!!

70. Who is the funniest person you know?

- My dad actually makes me laugh quite a bit because he is so crazy.

71. Do you sleep with stuffed animals?

- No. I really never have.

73. Do you still have clothes from when you were little?

- Yes. I have my baby dress and also a shirt from when I was in Kindergarden. The dress still looks like new so I would like to put my baby in it one day.

74. What red object is closest to you right now?

- My business cards for The Body Shop.

75. Do you turn off the water while you brush your teeth?

- No.

81. Can you change the oil on a car?

- Gross. I would rather not.

82. Have you ever gotten a speeding ticket?

- Twice.

83. Have you ever run out of gas?

- No.

84. What is your usual bedtime?

- As early as possible.

85. What was the last book you read?

- I am currently reading The Bluest Eye, but finding time lately has been difficult.

86. Do you read the newspaper?

- Never. (Not that it’s a good thing not to, but usually I can’t handle it.)

87. Do you have any magazine subscriptions?

- Bitch, Bust and Venus. Hopefully soon it will be Oprah and Real Simple also.

89. Do you watch soap operas?

- No.

90. Do you dance in the car?

-Yes, I do.

91. What radio station did you last listen to?

-When I drive my Father’s car I listen to 20 on 20 on XM.

92. Who is in the picture frame closest to you?

- Pictures on The Mrs. and I at Disney World.

93. What was the last note you scribbled on a piece of paper?

- A message for my boss.

94. What is your favorite candle scent?

- Pumpkin or flower scents.

95. What is your favorite board game?

- Monopoly.

96. Where do you attend church?

- I am happily Church free.

97. When was the last time you attended church?

- I went three times a week from ages 0 - 14.

98. Who was your favorite teacher in high school?

- Mrs. O, but she quit teaching to be a SAHM which makes me sad because there weren’t many teachers like her.

99. Are u gay?

- Uhh, yeah.

100. Who was the last person to do something extra special for you?

- When The Mrs. made me breakfast on Monday.

I put some of the pictures from the aquarium up on Flickr. Some came out better than others. I really like the one above with the Jellyfish. I really don’t know what is going to happen today so we’ll see.