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Living in the city is so weird and amazing. I mean, now I can WALK to work. I walk at least 2 miles every day, because I live exactly one mile from work, and I walk home on my lunch break to pick up Pickles.
But this morning I decided to try running outside to see how it would feel. It sucked. First, I am out of shape. Stupid Mt Dews. Second, the light systems are NOT jogger friendly. I think I hit every single red light. Third, I am pretty sure I was the only one who was running downtown.
But it was still eye opening. I think tomorrow I am going to run the opposite direction and see how much that sucks and pick the lesser of two evils.
Thursday, March 29, 2012
Sunday, March 25, 2012
Now with even more average
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So I moved into my own apartment on Saturday. No one was more shocked than my parents. I didn't intend to anger them but that's one of my talents I guess. On the plus side, I absolutely love it. It's a studio, and fairly spacious. I have about 8 feet from the foot of my bed to the start of the kitchen. I just absolutely love it. I spent most of today unpacking and tidying up. I am also a little lonely though. It's nice to be on my own, but I miss my brothers already. I miss my parents in a weird way, even though they aren't talking to me. I miss doing normal things like going out to eat. Or eating mom's crazy vegetarian dishes.
Still, I am glad I moved out. It was time for this average Alyssa to be a little more average adult. I just wish I had left on slightly better terms.
So I moved into my own apartment on Saturday. No one was more shocked than my parents. I didn't intend to anger them but that's one of my talents I guess. On the plus side, I absolutely love it. It's a studio, and fairly spacious. I have about 8 feet from the foot of my bed to the start of the kitchen. I just absolutely love it. I spent most of today unpacking and tidying up. I am also a little lonely though. It's nice to be on my own, but I miss my brothers already. I miss my parents in a weird way, even though they aren't talking to me. I miss doing normal things like going out to eat. Or eating mom's crazy vegetarian dishes.
Still, I am glad I moved out. It was time for this average Alyssa to be a little more average adult. I just wish I had left on slightly better terms.
Friday, March 23, 2012
The people who can't have sex
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You ever have people in life you know that you just can't imagine getting down and dirty? I don't go around picturing everyone boning each other I swear. But I was just thinking of a particular couple I know, and how I am determined they do not have sex. The man is just too proper, and the woman is just too nerdy. How would sex be for them? "hey. So. Um. I will spread my legs and you wiggle on top of me" "why that sounds awkward! But I suppose we could give it a go."
I promise this is the first time I have imagined other people having sex (Fiancé and I get down all the time in my head, which I guess is more normal). Or rather, not having it. But it just made me giggle.
You ever have people in life you know that you just can't imagine getting down and dirty? I don't go around picturing everyone boning each other I swear. But I was just thinking of a particular couple I know, and how I am determined they do not have sex. The man is just too proper, and the woman is just too nerdy. How would sex be for them? "hey. So. Um. I will spread my legs and you wiggle on top of me" "why that sounds awkward! But I suppose we could give it a go."
I promise this is the first time I have imagined other people having sex (Fiancé and I get down all the time in my head, which I guess is more normal). Or rather, not having it. But it just made me giggle.
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
A long way
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Well average army, I have had a realization that I have come a long way in the last couple years.
My first example is that I no longer equate an entire emotional relationship to any inanimate objects. Gone are the days I would cry over a styrofoam cup, because "he threw me away like he did that cup", or having an infatuation with someone because they sat next to me.
Gone are the days of unemployment. Gone are the days of living off my parents (I still live with them).
Gone are the days I thought I couldn't run. I couldn't do cardio. I couldn't have a killer body.
Things are looking up.
Well average army, I have had a realization that I have come a long way in the last couple years.
My first example is that I no longer equate an entire emotional relationship to any inanimate objects. Gone are the days I would cry over a styrofoam cup, because "he threw me away like he did that cup", or having an infatuation with someone because they sat next to me.
Gone are the days of unemployment. Gone are the days of living off my parents (I still live with them).
Gone are the days I thought I couldn't run. I couldn't do cardio. I couldn't have a killer body.
Things are looking up.
Sunday, March 18, 2012
Pee Green in America
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Germany: I miss you.
America: you suck.
I went out for St Patricks Day and it was my first time going to an American bar with people my age. At least in Germany, not all the girls were dressed as skanks. At least in Germany, people all intermingle, and talking with a stranger at the bar doesn't give you strange looks. Ugh.
I still had fun, but I just don't like the way American bar's environment is.
Germany: I miss you.
America: you suck.
I went out for St Patricks Day and it was my first time going to an American bar with people my age. At least in Germany, not all the girls were dressed as skanks. At least in Germany, people all intermingle, and talking with a stranger at the bar doesn't give you strange looks. Ugh.
I still had fun, but I just don't like the way American bar's environment is.
Firsts, part 3
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So after I met with the DJ, I called the photographer and hashed out a wedding day timeline. It was funny because he was telling me we could do prewedding pics there at the church, located on campus. I tried telling him as politely as possible that I didn't want to have my wedding pictures on a campus that I didn't go to. We got that out of the way. Another thing down for the wedding.
Then I stopped by he hair place because the stylist had a sinus infection. Got my hair done anyway, which was awesome! I got dark brown streaks. It was my first time dying my hair and as scared as I was that it would turn out crazy dark, it was super cute!
So after I met with the DJ, I called the photographer and hashed out a wedding day timeline. It was funny because he was telling me we could do prewedding pics there at the church, located on campus. I tried telling him as politely as possible that I didn't want to have my wedding pictures on a campus that I didn't go to. We got that out of the way. Another thing down for the wedding.
Then I stopped by he hair place because the stylist had a sinus infection. Got my hair done anyway, which was awesome! I got dark brown streaks. It was my first time dying my hair and as scared as I was that it would turn out crazy dark, it was super cute!
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Firsts, pt 2
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Much to the thanks of Fiancé I am writing this. He was harassing me last night about it. Lame.
Anyway, so I met with the DJ. I was running about half an hour late, drive like a bat out of hell, hit every red light. I show up and the DJ asks me for the worksheet for him. I open the TOME of a wedding planner I have. I don't have it. I somehow left it somewhere. I apologize profusely. He attempts to still be productive. I was so flustered, i wonder how much good i was doing. Then I show him the room the reception is going to be in and then thank him. I book out of there and call the photographer.
Much to the thanks of Fiancé I am writing this. He was harassing me last night about it. Lame.
Anyway, so I met with the DJ. I was running about half an hour late, drive like a bat out of hell, hit every red light. I show up and the DJ asks me for the worksheet for him. I open the TOME of a wedding planner I have. I don't have it. I somehow left it somewhere. I apologize profusely. He attempts to still be productive. I was so flustered, i wonder how much good i was doing. Then I show him the room the reception is going to be in and then thank him. I book out of there and call the photographer.
Friday, March 16, 2012
Firsts, pt 1
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So today was my day of for Saturday. I was going to get Pickles fixed again, meet with the DJ, meet with the hair dude, going away party for Spokane friend. What I actually did was get Pickles fixed, rush to meet the DJ, call the photographer, run into the mall, get hair dyed, babysat, chatted with Fiancé and cleaned my room a bit.
I wanna go back and tackle all of these but I am too tired to think. So I leave you with a cliffhanger. A cliffhanger so long it's basically anchored into the cliff with steel beams.
Sorry if you don't get that metaphor.
I took Pickles to get his stupid starter repaired the other day. While the technician was looking at the starter apparently he said that the valve cover needed replacing. Waited patiently for my refund to come in. Today was the day that satisfied the requirements.
So he got that today, much to my dismay. Bye bye tax refund.
Part two continues tomorrow.
So today was my day of for Saturday. I was going to get Pickles fixed again, meet with the DJ, meet with the hair dude, going away party for Spokane friend. What I actually did was get Pickles fixed, rush to meet the DJ, call the photographer, run into the mall, get hair dyed, babysat, chatted with Fiancé and cleaned my room a bit.
I wanna go back and tackle all of these but I am too tired to think. So I leave you with a cliffhanger. A cliffhanger so long it's basically anchored into the cliff with steel beams.
Sorry if you don't get that metaphor.
I took Pickles to get his stupid starter repaired the other day. While the technician was looking at the starter apparently he said that the valve cover needed replacing. Waited patiently for my refund to come in. Today was the day that satisfied the requirements.
So he got that today, much to my dismay. Bye bye tax refund.
Part two continues tomorrow.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Dreary days are the best
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So you are aware, today has been the best day ever. Well certainly compared to the more recent ones. The morning meeting at the butt crack of dawn was not that bad. I actually learned something. I also got a nice caffeine break with a coworker. And I got a lunch break with Bus Buddy. And my first call of the day the gentleman said I had a pretty name. Then I had a god rest o the day. Found out that one of my favorite bands will be in a neighboring state and the tickets are only $12. So Fiancé is going with me.
Now I am only hoping that my car is still in the garage and not towed away. Lol.
So you are aware, today has been the best day ever. Well certainly compared to the more recent ones. The morning meeting at the butt crack of dawn was not that bad. I actually learned something. I also got a nice caffeine break with a coworker. And I got a lunch break with Bus Buddy. And my first call of the day the gentleman said I had a pretty name. Then I had a god rest o the day. Found out that one of my favorite bands will be in a neighboring state and the tickets are only $12. So Fiancé is going with me.
Now I am only hoping that my car is still in the garage and not towed away. Lol.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
New ideas
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I think I am going to create a new blog, based off a conversation with Sarah. This will be a "shit said at work" blog, and will feature not only things my coworkers say, but also what my clients say. I will assign random numbers to people so names are not used.
I think it would be a great tool to show you all why I hate people, and why I should never work in customer service.
I think I am going to create a new blog, based off a conversation with Sarah. This will be a "shit said at work" blog, and will feature not only things my coworkers say, but also what my clients say. I will assign random numbers to people so names are not used.
I think it would be a great tool to show you all why I hate people, and why I should never work in customer service.
Monday, March 12, 2012
Fat America and Skinny Alyssa
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I have been discovered guys. A Stranger has contacted me with a slight business request. Before you shout stranger danger, it's just a picture. Not a dirty pic jeez! You are such a pervert.
Anyway, look at the infographic shown below, and tell me what you think?
As you guys know, I am pretty involved in my fitness. I workout every day. I've lost 20 pounds since the new year, and dropped over 8 inches in my body. I have even started building my 6-pack, which I never thought I would get to. I had resigned myself to having a curvy body with a slightly rounded stomach. Now it's at the same place where 6 months ago would be me sucking in.
Which is why I decided to help the stranger out. Look at the image below and tell me your thoughts. You can email me, fb me, write on the wall of the fb page. Just give me your thoughts.
I have been discovered guys. A Stranger has contacted me with a slight business request. Before you shout stranger danger, it's just a picture. Not a dirty pic jeez! You are such a pervert.
Anyway, look at the infographic shown below, and tell me what you think?
As you guys know, I am pretty involved in my fitness. I workout every day. I've lost 20 pounds since the new year, and dropped over 8 inches in my body. I have even started building my 6-pack, which I never thought I would get to. I had resigned myself to having a curvy body with a slightly rounded stomach. Now it's at the same place where 6 months ago would be me sucking in.
Which is why I decided to help the stranger out. Look at the image below and tell me your thoughts. You can email me, fb me, write on the wall of the fb page. Just give me your thoughts.
Sunday, March 11, 2012
Final weeks
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I was talking to a friend about my wedding woes and she told me I needed a drink. I told her it would have to wait until the next Friday I have that isn't followed with a busy Saturday.
Then I promptly realized that isn't going to happen until after the wedding, as the following is taking place:
Next weekend, work.
Following weekend, maybe a small opportunity for alcoholic consumption
Following weekend: photoshoot
Following weekend: Easter.
Following weekend: wedding.
I don't like stressing out over things, Internet. I had anxiety disorder. It isn't fun. And while it isn't fun, the doctor taught me how to timeline everything so I take a step back and realize that the scariest of things aren't scary when you do this. I know that big tasks take a lot of time and effort but I have developed the ability to not freak out.
I still freak about money. :/ I think that's something that is inevitable though.
Like stress before a wedding.
But I have to say, that even if we didn't elope, Fiancé and I are handling the wedding stress quite well. I have only had one major freak out, and we've only had 3 fights about the wedding. Lol. Granted this last fight was pretty severe, at least in my opinion. But I went to bed no longer angry.
If I could go back and do it all over again, my wedding would be done slightly different. But I can say one thing would not change: I am very excited to be marrying Fiancé. At this point I wish it were over with, but only because I am so filled with excitement to get my next chapter started.
I was talking to a friend about my wedding woes and she told me I needed a drink. I told her it would have to wait until the next Friday I have that isn't followed with a busy Saturday.
Then I promptly realized that isn't going to happen until after the wedding, as the following is taking place:
Next weekend, work.
Following weekend, maybe a small opportunity for alcoholic consumption
Following weekend: photoshoot
Following weekend: Easter.
Following weekend: wedding.
I don't like stressing out over things, Internet. I had anxiety disorder. It isn't fun. And while it isn't fun, the doctor taught me how to timeline everything so I take a step back and realize that the scariest of things aren't scary when you do this. I know that big tasks take a lot of time and effort but I have developed the ability to not freak out.
I still freak about money. :/ I think that's something that is inevitable though.
Like stress before a wedding.
But I have to say, that even if we didn't elope, Fiancé and I are handling the wedding stress quite well. I have only had one major freak out, and we've only had 3 fights about the wedding. Lol. Granted this last fight was pretty severe, at least in my opinion. But I went to bed no longer angry.
If I could go back and do it all over again, my wedding would be done slightly different. But I can say one thing would not change: I am very excited to be marrying Fiancé. At this point I wish it were over with, but only because I am so filled with excitement to get my next chapter started.
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Bridal Problems.
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So I was supposed to have my ring today. Apparently "rushed" is 2 weeks. And also I guess that rushed means "ok not to make shipment date." especially when it was "rushed" because they messed up and sized it wrong in the first place. Blows my mind. But I am pretty chill, and didn't want to be Bridezilla, since working in customer service I know that it doesn't change anything.
So then I show up to my 14:30 appointment at David's bridal for my final fitting for my dress. And they didn't have my name in the appt book. Even though the ticket had today's date and 14:30 on the dress.
So they shoo me off into the other room. I shimmy into the dress, the lady shows mom how to lace me up. I notice I only have one veil. Practice kneeling and sitting. Take off the dress. Tell lady about the veil. She checks the receipt and sees that 3 items were there so we got another veil, signed for the dress and completely forgot to pick up the third and final bridesmaid dress.
Well, guess I'll be driving back out tomorrow.
So I was supposed to have my ring today. Apparently "rushed" is 2 weeks. And also I guess that rushed means "ok not to make shipment date." especially when it was "rushed" because they messed up and sized it wrong in the first place. Blows my mind. But I am pretty chill, and didn't want to be Bridezilla, since working in customer service I know that it doesn't change anything.
So then I show up to my 14:30 appointment at David's bridal for my final fitting for my dress. And they didn't have my name in the appt book. Even though the ticket had today's date and 14:30 on the dress.
So they shoo me off into the other room. I shimmy into the dress, the lady shows mom how to lace me up. I notice I only have one veil. Practice kneeling and sitting. Take off the dress. Tell lady about the veil. She checks the receipt and sees that 3 items were there so we got another veil, signed for the dress and completely forgot to pick up the third and final bridesmaid dress.
Well, guess I'll be driving back out tomorrow.
Friday, March 9, 2012
That awkward moment
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That awkward moment when the most social person in the office becomes a hermit. That awkward moment when you can't wait for new people so you can have someone to talk to. That awkward moment when you are sure the next three months are going to be hell.
That awkward moment when the most social person in the office becomes a hermit. That awkward moment when you can't wait for new people so you can have someone to talk to. That awkward moment when you are sure the next three months are going to be hell.
Thursday, March 8, 2012
Hate is a strong word, but I really do hate you
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Yeah, I hate 90% of my life.
Pickles decided his starter was dead so there went $275. Then some jerk who didn't know what double yellow lines mean dearly collided with me head on as I came around a blind corner. Then I had to pay $5 for 2 hours of parking. Then my very first call of the day was over an hour in research. Then the rest of the day pretty much went downhill from there. Well, actually the day was already digging into a hole. It ended with a customer calling right before closing to do one of the most lengthy processes we have. I didn't make it out until nearly 920. Just not my day.
Yeah, I hate 90% of my life.
Pickles decided his starter was dead so there went $275. Then some jerk who didn't know what double yellow lines mean dearly collided with me head on as I came around a blind corner. Then I had to pay $5 for 2 hours of parking. Then my very first call of the day was over an hour in research. Then the rest of the day pretty much went downhill from there. Well, actually the day was already digging into a hole. It ended with a customer calling right before closing to do one of the most lengthy processes we have. I didn't make it out until nearly 920. Just not my day.
Monday, March 5, 2012
I love myself, yeah f*** everyone else
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Omg. So. Tired. I worked Saturday. I get the Wednesday before off when I work Saturday, but that hardly makes up for it. I work late Friday, and I work early Saturday. Then when I got off work I went out to eat and then took my brother to play Lazer Tag. Lots of ramps, and running. Then Sunday I got up early for church. And monday I got up early to go to the gym.
So I am very exhausted. I am exhausted to the point where I drank an energy drink and didn't notice a difference. I am exhausted to the point that my blinks last 2 seconds long.
Oh well.
I am proud of myself though, Internet. I not only went to the gym when I was exhausted, but I RAN THERE. Yeah. Little miss can't run if a lion were chasing me, ran to the gym this morning. I REALLY like this new me, Internet.
Omg. So. Tired. I worked Saturday. I get the Wednesday before off when I work Saturday, but that hardly makes up for it. I work late Friday, and I work early Saturday. Then when I got off work I went out to eat and then took my brother to play Lazer Tag. Lots of ramps, and running. Then Sunday I got up early for church. And monday I got up early to go to the gym.
So I am very exhausted. I am exhausted to the point where I drank an energy drink and didn't notice a difference. I am exhausted to the point that my blinks last 2 seconds long.
Oh well.
I am proud of myself though, Internet. I not only went to the gym when I was exhausted, but I RAN THERE. Yeah. Little miss can't run if a lion were chasing me, ran to the gym this morning. I REALLY like this new me, Internet.
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