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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Really???.........
Yea Pirates management, you can kiss my ass.
That is my only comment for you, Please Kiss My Ass.
To the players: I am so sorry that you guys have to go through this. They are not being fair to you at all. You deserve more from your bosses than what they are giving you. I will always be a Pirates fan and I will always love the game of baseball but this, this is bullshit.
If I were wearing the black and gold tonight I might have a cold or "tweak" a muscle and not be able to play tonight.
That is my only comment for you, Please Kiss My Ass.
To the players: I am so sorry that you guys have to go through this. They are not being fair to you at all. You deserve more from your bosses than what they are giving you. I will always be a Pirates fan and I will always love the game of baseball but this, this is bullshit.
If I were wearing the black and gold tonight I might have a cold or "tweak" a muscle and not be able to play tonight.
100
Woo! My 100th post!
I guess I finally did get into this blog thing..... I thought for a second that the 100th post should be uber-meaningful and really make a point.
Nope..... Random post acknowledging the post.....Update on my mood (slightly more awake, no caffeine though, still just water).... Co-worker wandered away = a few minutes of silence.
Still wondering the shuttle psychic........oops! I didn't write that yet did it??
Coming soon...... The Shuttle Psychic
I've decided no gym today after work but I will do my mother's running around and then do a work out tape at home, or possibly walking if anybody is up for it..... Let's get this!
I guess I finally did get into this blog thing..... I thought for a second that the 100th post should be uber-meaningful and really make a point.
Nope..... Random post acknowledging the post.....Update on my mood (slightly more awake, no caffeine though, still just water).... Co-worker wandered away = a few minutes of silence.
Still wondering the shuttle psychic........oops! I didn't write that yet did it??
Coming soon...... The Shuttle Psychic
I've decided no gym today after work but I will do my mother's running around and then do a work out tape at home, or possibly walking if anybody is up for it..... Let's get this!
Good Advice
And right on time too!! That's why I have such good friends, they can lift my spirits!!
As Ben Franklin said:
In wine there is wisdom,
in beer there is freedom,
in water there is bacteria.
Clearly this is the thought process I have always gone through but I think that plan could conflict with the 10 month plan...
As Ben Franklin said:
In wine there is wisdom,
in beer there is freedom,
in water there is bacteria.
Clearly this is the thought process I have always gone through but I think that plan could conflict with the 10 month plan...
Naptime?
Clearly working in a hospital is stressful and I'm used to that. I thrive on stress but unnecessary stress is what causes problems in these places.
There is no need to constantly monitor what your co-workers are doing. There is no need to get upset when another patient presents. Announcing that policies will or will not change is necessary to prevent major miscommunication between hospital staff and patients.
I'm probably just bitchy because I basically swam to work today but for heaven's sake lets drop some of the BS stress!
BTW............290 days until the cruise!
There is no need to constantly monitor what your co-workers are doing. There is no need to get upset when another patient presents. Announcing that policies will or will not change is necessary to prevent major miscommunication between hospital staff and patients.
I'm probably just bitchy because I basically swam to work today but for heaven's sake lets drop some of the BS stress!
BTW............290 days until the cruise!
Monday, July 27, 2009
Seriously?....
So after much discussion and many hours of watching NKOTB in anticipation of the cruise in May, we decided that the 10 month plan must be taken seriously at this point.
Then I walked into work and it's taco bar day..... Bitches.....Little tear.
So I bought my bagel and vitamin water and went on my way..... One bottle of water down, 4 more to go. Then a workout here and maybe walking when I get home.
10 Months........
Then I walked into work and it's taco bar day..... Bitches.....Little tear.
So I bought my bagel and vitamin water and went on my way..... One bottle of water down, 4 more to go. Then a workout here and maybe walking when I get home.
10 Months........
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
DailyPlate.com
Now that time is ticking towards the NKOTB cruise in May we've decided that the healthy living plans must be in place.
So far what we have in the works is lots of water, lots of walking, more water, time in the gym, water and workout tapes.
Today we got a tip from a friend of L's...... www.thedailyplate.com a cool site that helps you calculate your calories for the day depending on how much you want to lose. Very cool. I'm uber excited that there is a newer version of the site on www.livestrong.com complete with an app for my blackberry.
There are goals and charts and blogging. Plenty of things to keep people motivated! Here we go!!!
So far what we have in the works is lots of water, lots of walking, more water, time in the gym, water and workout tapes.
Today we got a tip from a friend of L's...... www.thedailyplate.com a cool site that helps you calculate your calories for the day depending on how much you want to lose. Very cool. I'm uber excited that there is a newer version of the site on www.livestrong.com complete with an app for my blackberry.
There are goals and charts and blogging. Plenty of things to keep people motivated! Here we go!!!
Big Ben
I am happy to say that this law suit against Big Ben is much less reported (at least in Pittsburgh) than when he trips over a rock at Training Camp.
Clearly I don't know the details of what actually happened in Vegas but I'm willing to be that in the end this could blow over as a desperate attempt at grabbing attention (and money of course). And I truly hope thats the way things blow over.
If there is more to the situation than what it seems right now then I hope the punishment fits the crime.
Hopefully in the end this will all be done with and everyone involved will learn a valuable lesson.
Clearly I don't know the details of what actually happened in Vegas but I'm willing to be that in the end this could blow over as a desperate attempt at grabbing attention (and money of course). And I truly hope thats the way things blow over.
If there is more to the situation than what it seems right now then I hope the punishment fits the crime.
Hopefully in the end this will all be done with and everyone involved will learn a valuable lesson.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Brewers vs Pirates
Well, last night's game didn't work out exactly as planned but it was still a hell of a good time!
The rain was definitely a damper but during the 2 hour rain delay I got to catch up with an old friend. Thankfully, I did not attempt to straighten the hair because I would have been an unusually angry Pirates fan last night if my hair was messed up too. I did however wear flip flops which I thought I was going to slip out of and fall because they were so wet by the time the game started.
During the rain delay we got talked into the All-You-Can-Eat seats, I dropped my blackberry in a puddle and watched a couple make out up against the stairs. But once the sky finally cleared up a bit we were ready to watch Jason Kendall AND Ryan Doumit warm up. Unfortunately they weren't side by side in the bull pens but they were close enough. Awkward angles to take pictures though.
Complete A-MA-ZING-ness for the first pitch.... or not really. We were walking to our seats as they were announcing the celebrity guest to throw out the first pitch. Last night it was none other than Kirk Cameron himself. Fantastic. I'm still trying to figure out who that looks worse for, him or the Pirates.
We then got to our seats and were closely monitored the whole game. I may have corrupted a youth from Long Island because I can be a little rude at times. But hey, the kid and his Dad were laughing and joining in so I'm OK with it.
The usher in our section was insanely serious about keeping the seats organized. It was like there was a flight manifesto and he wanted to make sure the information was correct. Trust me, the 8 of us in the section were on our toes all night.
We couldn't wipe the seats off with the papers towels we brought, had to use the ShamWow's even though we were already wet and it was still raining. Then even though we were the last people in the section, no umbrellas allowed, we wouldn't want to cause a disturbance to ALLLLLL the people around us.
The big moment came when the couple with two young children moved because the teenagers sitting nest to them were being very loud, vulgar and disrespectful to the players. Our section literally had 8 people sitting in it but the usher would not let them sit down until he brought his supervisor over to OK the plan. I really think the supervisor probably wanted to slap him in the back of the head.
I was a little nervous about taking a trip down to the food stand because what if we came back and sat in the opposite seats, he probably would have made us pull our damp and faded stubs out and show him before he would shamwow for us again. We shouldn't have risked it, because when we did decide to go for hot dogs we were begged by an employee to bring her back something to eat and then when I bit into my hot dog bun, it turned to dust and crumbled. Therefore, I ate a bag of peanuts. Apparently after 5 hours hot dog buns go bad. We did however sit in our correct seats because we did not want to cause a disturbance.
There was a father and son in front of us at the game and (luckily) they had just as sick of a sense of humor as us so we got along great. The two travel around to different baseball fields each summer and just check out the teams and the cities. Very cool summer for that kid.
When the rain started again we decided we had had enough and went to stand under the bleachers again. Luckily we did so just in time to see Kendall get into a slight altercation with his former team. Very fun. I always like seeing a grown man being carried away by an even bigger grown man. No one was thrown out of the game, it all returned to normal. The Pirates even tried to lose it in the 9th by giving up 3 runs.
In the end it turned out to be a pretty good game, good times. I finally got to my car and plugged the BlackBerry in and was bombarded by "Big Ben charged with sexual assault".....Uh oh, here we go!
The rain was definitely a damper but during the 2 hour rain delay I got to catch up with an old friend. Thankfully, I did not attempt to straighten the hair because I would have been an unusually angry Pirates fan last night if my hair was messed up too. I did however wear flip flops which I thought I was going to slip out of and fall because they were so wet by the time the game started.
During the rain delay we got talked into the All-You-Can-Eat seats, I dropped my blackberry in a puddle and watched a couple make out up against the stairs. But once the sky finally cleared up a bit we were ready to watch Jason Kendall AND Ryan Doumit warm up. Unfortunately they weren't side by side in the bull pens but they were close enough. Awkward angles to take pictures though.
Complete A-MA-ZING-ness for the first pitch.... or not really. We were walking to our seats as they were announcing the celebrity guest to throw out the first pitch. Last night it was none other than Kirk Cameron himself. Fantastic. I'm still trying to figure out who that looks worse for, him or the Pirates.
We then got to our seats and were closely monitored the whole game. I may have corrupted a youth from Long Island because I can be a little rude at times. But hey, the kid and his Dad were laughing and joining in so I'm OK with it.
The usher in our section was insanely serious about keeping the seats organized. It was like there was a flight manifesto and he wanted to make sure the information was correct. Trust me, the 8 of us in the section were on our toes all night.
We couldn't wipe the seats off with the papers towels we brought, had to use the ShamWow's even though we were already wet and it was still raining. Then even though we were the last people in the section, no umbrellas allowed, we wouldn't want to cause a disturbance to ALLLLLL the people around us.
The big moment came when the couple with two young children moved because the teenagers sitting nest to them were being very loud, vulgar and disrespectful to the players. Our section literally had 8 people sitting in it but the usher would not let them sit down until he brought his supervisor over to OK the plan. I really think the supervisor probably wanted to slap him in the back of the head.
I was a little nervous about taking a trip down to the food stand because what if we came back and sat in the opposite seats, he probably would have made us pull our damp and faded stubs out and show him before he would shamwow for us again. We shouldn't have risked it, because when we did decide to go for hot dogs we were begged by an employee to bring her back something to eat and then when I bit into my hot dog bun, it turned to dust and crumbled. Therefore, I ate a bag of peanuts. Apparently after 5 hours hot dog buns go bad. We did however sit in our correct seats because we did not want to cause a disturbance.
There was a father and son in front of us at the game and (luckily) they had just as sick of a sense of humor as us so we got along great. The two travel around to different baseball fields each summer and just check out the teams and the cities. Very cool summer for that kid.
When the rain started again we decided we had had enough and went to stand under the bleachers again. Luckily we did so just in time to see Kendall get into a slight altercation with his former team. Very fun. I always like seeing a grown man being carried away by an even bigger grown man. No one was thrown out of the game, it all returned to normal. The Pirates even tried to lose it in the 9th by giving up 3 runs.
In the end it turned out to be a pretty good game, good times. I finally got to my car and plugged the BlackBerry in and was bombarded by "Big Ben charged with sexual assault".....Uh oh, here we go!
Monday, July 20, 2009
He's back!!
Kendall and Doumit warming up next to each other after a 2 hour rain delay..... YUM!!
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Please explain.....
to me how am I supposed to call patients if my co-worker is constantly talking to me and I'm trying to pretend like I'm actually listening? New job anyone?
She is now telling me about shows that I have no interest in watching. And she won't stop. And both of us should totally be working right now.
Of course though I've decided to blog. I also want one of those desks that I saw on CNN that is a treadmill with a work surface. That will help with the 10 Month Plan!
She is now telling me about shows that I have no interest in watching. And she won't stop. And both of us should totally be working right now.
Of course though I've decided to blog. I also want one of those desks that I saw on CNN that is a treadmill with a work surface. That will help with the 10 Month Plan!
The Kid is BACK!!!
Tonight Jason Kendall will be back on the field in Pittsburgh!! At least for this series.
Of course I will be in attendance tonight and probably stalking him after the game. There are only a few hotels downtown where they might be staying so what could it hurt to go have a drink in a hotel? With my luck lately I'd say we have a pretty good chance of meeting him!
Time for a good boob shirt and a few drinks!!!
Of course I will be in attendance tonight and probably stalking him after the game. There are only a few hotels downtown where they might be staying so what could it hurt to go have a drink in a hotel? With my luck lately I'd say we have a pretty good chance of meeting him!
Time for a good boob shirt and a few drinks!!!
10 Month Plan
Well, apparently the 1 year plan that we came up with has been shortened....Thanks to NKOTB it is now the 10 month plan.
Last night the New Kids posted the dates for their 2010 cruise and I'm pretty sure we have to be there. Not sure how on earth I'll save up the money but hey, we'll give this a try and worst case scenario, I bat my eyelashes at Daddy and ask him for a loan.
Our initial plan gave us until the end of July next year to be in the best shape of our lives, have amazing boyfriends, and even better careers. Well, now we have to accomplish at least the first part by May.
We got this. It comes down to how badly do we want to do inappropriate things with 40 year old men......
I think we all know the answer to that one!
Last night the New Kids posted the dates for their 2010 cruise and I'm pretty sure we have to be there. Not sure how on earth I'll save up the money but hey, we'll give this a try and worst case scenario, I bat my eyelashes at Daddy and ask him for a loan.
Our initial plan gave us until the end of July next year to be in the best shape of our lives, have amazing boyfriends, and even better careers. Well, now we have to accomplish at least the first part by May.
We got this. It comes down to how badly do we want to do inappropriate things with 40 year old men......
I think we all know the answer to that one!
Friday, July 17, 2009
4th Show
Tonight is the NKOTB web cast which will make the 4th time I have "seen" them in the last 4 months!
We've been promised surprises and I can't even imagine what they could be! I can't wait to find out though! And I'm already jealous of whoever JK picks as his lucky fan.
Just a couple more hours!
Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry
Thursday, July 16, 2009
Movie Night
Last night was the first movie night between the three of us. The success of the night was met with mixed reviews.
Movie = Great
Girls = Awesome as always
Food = Yum
Wine = Uhoh....
Clearly, cell phones are evil and need destroyed.... or at least they need breathalyzers installed in them!
Movie = Great
Girls = Awesome as always
Food = Yum
Wine = Uhoh....
Clearly, cell phones are evil and need destroyed.... or at least they need breathalyzers installed in them!
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Girls Night!!!
(She's a doctor now, critiquing every one of the diagnoses of the patients. FYI)
Well, the girls and I have managed to plan a movie night for tonight! I can't wait and I'm super excited. I hear rumors of Donnie Wahlberg movies, boxes of wine, Cheez its and perhaps cookie dough.
Is it sad that I really am excited about this?
The frightening part of this is that I'm already planning the pictures that I should take to scrapbook the night.
GADOOSH!
Well, the girls and I have managed to plan a movie night for tonight! I can't wait and I'm super excited. I hear rumors of Donnie Wahlberg movies, boxes of wine, Cheez its and perhaps cookie dough.
Is it sad that I really am excited about this?
The frightening part of this is that I'm already planning the pictures that I should take to scrapbook the night.
GADOOSH!
Number Two
(I've also decided to post when she violates HIPPA, so there could be a bunch of these today!)
So congrats to Joey Mac and his wife on expecting their new baby boy.... We realized that if the baby is due in December, it was conceived sometime around March. Which would be right about the time that the NKOTB were in Erie.
All I can remember is leaving that show after the-weekend-we-shall-not-speak-of and driving home to Pittsburgh and trying to get a couple hours of rest before work the next morning and being so tired that we were fantasizing about amazing hotel rooms that the NKOTB probably had.
We had visions of fluffy white robes and showers with super hot water and yummy smelling body wash and shampoo. We were thinking about the soft sheets and down comforters on the uber comfy beds because by that point in the weekend all I wanted was a shower and to sleep.
I guess the situation must have been somewhat similar because it worked for Joey!! Congrats!
So congrats to Joey Mac and his wife on expecting their new baby boy.... We realized that if the baby is due in December, it was conceived sometime around March. Which would be right about the time that the NKOTB were in Erie.
All I can remember is leaving that show after the-weekend-we-shall-not-speak-of and driving home to Pittsburgh and trying to get a couple hours of rest before work the next morning and being so tired that we were fantasizing about amazing hotel rooms that the NKOTB probably had.
We had visions of fluffy white robes and showers with super hot water and yummy smelling body wash and shampoo. We were thinking about the soft sheets and down comforters on the uber comfy beds because by that point in the weekend all I wanted was a shower and to sleep.
I guess the situation must have been somewhat similar because it worked for Joey!! Congrats!
Lets see how this works out....
So I've decided to write a blog post every time that my co-worker leaves the office today. I should have started when I got here this morning because I would already have 5 posts for today.
O and BTW, the other woman that I "work" with left 40 minutes after I got here today.... because she was sick....again. And did I mention that she lives over an hour away. Why would you waste your time getting ready and coming in if you know you're going to go right home.
Goobers!
O and BTW, the other woman that I "work" with left 40 minutes after I got here today.... because she was sick....again. And did I mention that she lives over an hour away. Why would you waste your time getting ready and coming in if you know you're going to go right home.
Goobers!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Advice...
How do you stop a 19 year old boy who wants to move out?
He's got no money. No job. He's still in college and wants a new car too.
I'm having trouble advising him that this would probably be a terrible idea. Men....
He's got no money. No job. He's still in college and wants a new car too.
I'm having trouble advising him that this would probably be a terrible idea. Men....
Stanley Cup
In all this hustle and bustle of the NKOTB concert in Pittsburgh, I completely neglected to blog anything about the Pens winning the STANLEY CUP!
For the first time in my lifetime we are (again) the City of Champions!!!
In all honesty, I didn't even make it out of the house the night of the game. The game was the night after the NKOTB concert and I hadn't even slept more than an hour. (Do we remember that Donnie predicted a Pittsburgh win the night before.) So I rested on the couch and watched the game, the same way I watched the Super Bowl this year.
It is amazing to see young athletes winning here and enjoying the city! They are feeling the love and they are giving it back to the fans. Watching the guys holding the Cup out the window of Mario's magical! Its yet another sign that this city is about to spring to life!
For the first time in my lifetime we are (again) the City of Champions!!!
In all honesty, I didn't even make it out of the house the night of the game. The game was the night after the NKOTB concert and I hadn't even slept more than an hour. (Do we remember that Donnie predicted a Pittsburgh win the night before.) So I rested on the couch and watched the game, the same way I watched the Super Bowl this year.
It is amazing to see young athletes winning here and enjoying the city! They are feeling the love and they are giving it back to the fans. Watching the guys holding the Cup out the window of Mario's magical! Its yet another sign that this city is about to spring to life!
Monday, July 13, 2009
The Powerful Woman's Motto
Live your life in such a way that when your feet hit the floor in the morning, Satan shudders & says... 'Oh shit....she's awake!'
Finally!!
The majority of the NKOTB in Pittsburgh concert is posted now! I can finally breathe.
Don't fret though! There is more to come. Especially the emergency drive to (ick) Cleveland to see the concert! Trust me, it better be something good for me to go to that city!
Now that they heavy stuff is out of the way the rest will be much easier to update!
Smooches!
Don't fret though! There is more to come. Especially the emergency drive to (ick) Cleveland to see the concert! Trust me, it better be something good for me to go to that city!
Now that they heavy stuff is out of the way the rest will be much easier to update!
Smooches!
STEP FIVE......Don't Yinz Know that the Time Has Arrived!!!
...............for waffles.... & grits!
When we finally got into the WH, there were very few fans and I can just about garuntee that NONE of them were as sure as us that NKOTB were actually coming. There were two older men sitting in a booth and they started asking us what was going on and why we were all there. I ordered a chocolate chip waffle but I literally only ate 1/4 of it because my nerves were already shot at that point.
Then, they guys started to make fun of the NKOTB and instead of arguing with them, I decided ignoring them was the best idea.... (Not real sure how I managed to take the high road for once.) We kept twittering JK and he assured us that they would be there VERY SHORTLY.
After we had been there a while, we suddenly saw several tour buses pulling into the parking lot next to the WH. The population of the WH suddenly exploded and there were now about 35 screaming women waiting for what seeemed like forever until the guys got off of the buses. A couple JBWKZ came in first and unfortunately not too many people noticed them. But I said "Hi" and told them they are amazing, even more so close up.
Donnie must have been looking in the wrong direction or something because he tweeted that there didn't look like anyone was at the WH and he figured it would be a quiet night. He was freakin WRONG!
In true Pittsburgh fashion, with red plastic cups, Donnie, Danny and JK came walking across the parking lot and into the WH. YouTube is full of videos of them coming in that the people who were with them shot. From the moment they walked into the WH, the party was on!
"When I say Waffle, you say house!"......"when I say grits, you say cheese!"
At this point, the people who work with the New Kids and the New Kids kids were tucked safely into the corder and Donnie, Jordan and Danny were now standing in the booths, ontop of the counters and filming all of us filming them. Then God Bless whoever had the idea to bring a radio into the WH....
Donnie started the music and before we knew it, there was a whole new concert going on. Donnie was playing DJ.....Jordan was jumping around on both sides of the counters filming the fans and the WH employees.... Danny didn't have enough room to break dance so he watched the kids and probably ordered them something healthy to eat. Joey and Jon must be alittle too reserved for the WH gatherings.
I don't know if the guys intended on playing so much music but after Click, Click, Click Donnie realized that we were not going to let them just sit down and eat. At this point people were standing all over the chairs, the booths, the counters and the tables. Donnie asked what we wanted to hear next.....the general consensus was Dirty Dancing or Sexify My Love. But Ddub had other ideas. So we sang Dirty Waffles and Sexify My Grits.
At some point in this crazyness I took my phone out to call Maria again and saw that Jon had tweeted and I literally laughed out loud and wished that Jon was in the WH too. He said something along the lines of: "If I didn't see it for myself I would never believe that Ddub, Danny and JK have girls dancing on tables inside a Waffle House." Hilarious!! I heart Jon.
There was a breif point where the guys sat down and scarfed some food quickly. The music never stopped however and we actually became the ones giving them the concert. After eating some food, the guys started to enjoy the crowd again. Danny stayed pretty much in the corner with the kids but Ddub and JK were all over. They were walking through the crowd and shaking hands and taking pictures with everyone.
And of course JK recognized "Legs" and had to wipe the sweat off his forehead when he recognized her. The mini concert probably lasted about an hour until the guys invited all of us to follow them to Jones Beach for the next show. If I wasn't afraid of running out of vacation time, I probably would have followed them and enjoyed that show too!
By the time they left, Lauren and I had each gotten a picture with JK and I got mine with Donnie. He also complemeted Lauren's shirt and hugged her after she took our picture. Little jealous. Hahaha.
This is by far the longest post ever so all the other side notes will just be coming in their own little posts because I am appaled by how much I have written today!
When we finally got into the WH, there were very few fans and I can just about garuntee that NONE of them were as sure as us that NKOTB were actually coming. There were two older men sitting in a booth and they started asking us what was going on and why we were all there. I ordered a chocolate chip waffle but I literally only ate 1/4 of it because my nerves were already shot at that point.
Then, they guys started to make fun of the NKOTB and instead of arguing with them, I decided ignoring them was the best idea.... (Not real sure how I managed to take the high road for once.) We kept twittering JK and he assured us that they would be there VERY SHORTLY.
After we had been there a while, we suddenly saw several tour buses pulling into the parking lot next to the WH. The population of the WH suddenly exploded and there were now about 35 screaming women waiting for what seeemed like forever until the guys got off of the buses. A couple JBWKZ came in first and unfortunately not too many people noticed them. But I said "Hi" and told them they are amazing, even more so close up.
Donnie must have been looking in the wrong direction or something because he tweeted that there didn't look like anyone was at the WH and he figured it would be a quiet night. He was freakin WRONG!
In true Pittsburgh fashion, with red plastic cups, Donnie, Danny and JK came walking across the parking lot and into the WH. YouTube is full of videos of them coming in that the people who were with them shot. From the moment they walked into the WH, the party was on!
"When I say Waffle, you say house!"......"when I say grits, you say cheese!"
At this point, the people who work with the New Kids and the New Kids kids were tucked safely into the corder and Donnie, Jordan and Danny were now standing in the booths, ontop of the counters and filming all of us filming them. Then God Bless whoever had the idea to bring a radio into the WH....
Donnie started the music and before we knew it, there was a whole new concert going on. Donnie was playing DJ.....Jordan was jumping around on both sides of the counters filming the fans and the WH employees.... Danny didn't have enough room to break dance so he watched the kids and probably ordered them something healthy to eat. Joey and Jon must be alittle too reserved for the WH gatherings.
I don't know if the guys intended on playing so much music but after Click, Click, Click Donnie realized that we were not going to let them just sit down and eat. At this point people were standing all over the chairs, the booths, the counters and the tables. Donnie asked what we wanted to hear next.....the general consensus was Dirty Dancing or Sexify My Love. But Ddub had other ideas. So we sang Dirty Waffles and Sexify My Grits.
At some point in this crazyness I took my phone out to call Maria again and saw that Jon had tweeted and I literally laughed out loud and wished that Jon was in the WH too. He said something along the lines of: "If I didn't see it for myself I would never believe that Ddub, Danny and JK have girls dancing on tables inside a Waffle House." Hilarious!! I heart Jon.
There was a breif point where the guys sat down and scarfed some food quickly. The music never stopped however and we actually became the ones giving them the concert. After eating some food, the guys started to enjoy the crowd again. Danny stayed pretty much in the corner with the kids but Ddub and JK were all over. They were walking through the crowd and shaking hands and taking pictures with everyone.
And of course JK recognized "Legs" and had to wipe the sweat off his forehead when he recognized her. The mini concert probably lasted about an hour until the guys invited all of us to follow them to Jones Beach for the next show. If I wasn't afraid of running out of vacation time, I probably would have followed them and enjoyed that show too!
By the time they left, Lauren and I had each gotten a picture with JK and I got mine with Donnie. He also complemeted Lauren's shirt and hugged her after she took our picture. Little jealous. Hahaha.
This is by far the longest post ever so all the other side notes will just be coming in their own little posts because I am appaled by how much I have written today!
Sunday, July 12, 2009
5 Years
I realized today that I've spent the last 5 years of my life focused on two men that at this moment do not care about me at all.
For two years, the first one genuinely cared about me. The last three years have been all about a man that never cared about me.
The first one promised me everything I've ever wanted. A marriage, kids, a family and happily ever after. The second was only interested in one thing.
I'm done with it. I'm better than them and I'm better than what I settled for. I'm done now. Its time to get what I deserve and forget the rest.
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Thursday, July 9, 2009
Brainstorming
There is a plan being hatched to show Pirates management that we are sick of their attitudes and their terrible ideas.
A team cannot become cohesive and learn to win together when so many players are traded. They can't form a bond and the players desperately would love to get the respect they deserve as athletes.
Stay tuned, this should get interesting!
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Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Sexify My Grits - Part 2
My second little sidebar about the night of the concert has the same theme as the first : Jordan <3's>
I remember getting to the Waffle House and totally thinking that I had outsmarted everyone. I was sure that I was the only one clever enough to know that Pittsburgh does indeed have WH's. Since we really didn't have anything to do until the guys arrived and fell in love with us, we decided to see what their Twitter statuses were.
There wasn't much posted but we decided to start sending messages to them in hopes of getting a responce and finding out if they were on their way to us. The first message started out innocent enough...Something about "great show guys bet you're hungry, you still coming out for waffles?" I may have still been intoxicated at this point so I really don't remember that first tweet we sent to JK.
We saw another car pull up with NKOTB phrases painted on their windows and I decided to take a stroll inside and see if there was any talk of anything amongst the people inside who looked like people that didn't exactly look like they would be New Kids fans. The waitress said something about people were asking about them coming earlier in the evening but she knew nothing about them actually showing up.
I got back in my car and realized my phone was about to die so I plugged it into the charger and noticed that I had a new email. Usually they are foreign ministries trying to offer me 10's of billions of dollars but instead, the subject line of this email read "Direct Message from JordanKnight"...... and I almost pissed my pants. (Sidenote, until June 11, 2009 I had absolutely no interest in JK but now I <3>
I slowly and calmly turned my head to Lauren and said "I just got a direct message from JORDAN KNIGHT!!!!!" At which point the screaming was incredibly loud, apparently to the point that the girls who were in the other car heard us and I saw all their heads snap towards my truck. His first responce was simple: "not sure yet, we'll let you know." They were one their way.
At this point we are using my phone to respond to JK but pretending that its only Lauren talking to him. Clearly, I could not keep the conversation G rated for too long. Nothing too wild but he did ask if we were in the Meet&Greet and when I said yes, he commented that Lauren's shorts were "wowza." HAHAHA It was amazingly ridiculous.
We had to now tell someone and since there were only three other girls there, we told them. The conversation continued and JK let us know they were on the way. Lauren and the other girls went inside to get a table because more and more people were showing up by the minute. I stayed in my truck charging the phone and twittering JK. Then he direct messaged me an address I will never forget: 430 Race Track Road.
We were at the wrong WH....
I to this day have absolutely no idea where Race Track Road is but dammit I was going to get there. So I texted Lauren who calmly alerted the originial girls we met and one by one they all came out and they knew where the other WH was.
We drove there at an orderly 95 miles an hour. I was actually impressed that her little car could do that. At some points there were navigation systems, cell phones and BlackBerries (aweseome spelling) flying around the inside of the Buick. We pull off the highway, I can see the WH sign...... but before we get there, there is a sign that says:
"Bridge Out".....
Back to the highway, more Dale Jr Nascar driving..... Drive through cornfields...... More winding country roads....No brake pedals.....And we finally arrive at the WH.
Again JK direct messages and assures us that they are on their way to us and it's only the five of us and two older guys in the WH waiting for the Baby Daddy Buses!!
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
STEP FOUR.....I can give you more!
.......... and we're coming to get it Waffle House!
Leaving the concert was truly an out of body experience for me. I don't remember much of the details because all I knew was that we were DEFINATELY going to hang out and eat some waffles with the New Kids.
We kissed our umbrellas, that were with security, goodbye and we made it out of Star Lake in record time. Honestly I never remember getting out of the parking lot in under 45 minutes but I swear we were out in 10. And surprisingly I didn't even have to drive over anyone.
Luckily I had dated a guy named Tim who worked by the Waffle House in Washington Pa because that was the only reason that I even knew we had WH's in Pittsburgh. So with the help of a GPS, we were on our way to get some waffles and all I could think about was (hopefully) taking a picture with Donnie and I was sure Lauren was going to get her hands on Jordan.
I have to take this moment to thank those people who made it possible for nearly all of us to have a navigation system in the car. Stalking celebrities is so much easier this way!
It was a longer drive than I thought it would be to the Waffle House but we made it. We were still screeching about the concert, remembering each moment of the M&G and concert, and still listening to their music. Lauren called her mom, and the call dropped 12 times while we rode through what I'll politely call "less-urban" areas but we kept calling her back and she told us we were nuts for thinking they were actually going to show up at the WH.
Nevertheless, we arrived at the Waffle House about 45 minutes after the concert and I started to realize that if they were coming, they were probably a good bit behind us. I'm guessing it takes a while to get everyone ready to move but we were not leaving that WH. We were the first car in the parking lot so we stayed put because we really didn't know what else to do at that point. It seemed as if we might actually be the only ones on the right track for the New Kids......
Yea right! But this is when the night started to get interesting!
Leaving the concert was truly an out of body experience for me. I don't remember much of the details because all I knew was that we were DEFINATELY going to hang out and eat some waffles with the New Kids.
We kissed our umbrellas, that were with security, goodbye and we made it out of Star Lake in record time. Honestly I never remember getting out of the parking lot in under 45 minutes but I swear we were out in 10. And surprisingly I didn't even have to drive over anyone.
Luckily I had dated a guy named Tim who worked by the Waffle House in Washington Pa because that was the only reason that I even knew we had WH's in Pittsburgh. So with the help of a GPS, we were on our way to get some waffles and all I could think about was (hopefully) taking a picture with Donnie and I was sure Lauren was going to get her hands on Jordan.
I have to take this moment to thank those people who made it possible for nearly all of us to have a navigation system in the car. Stalking celebrities is so much easier this way!
It was a longer drive than I thought it would be to the Waffle House but we made it. We were still screeching about the concert, remembering each moment of the M&G and concert, and still listening to their music. Lauren called her mom, and the call dropped 12 times while we rode through what I'll politely call "less-urban" areas but we kept calling her back and she told us we were nuts for thinking they were actually going to show up at the WH.
Nevertheless, we arrived at the Waffle House about 45 minutes after the concert and I started to realize that if they were coming, they were probably a good bit behind us. I'm guessing it takes a while to get everyone ready to move but we were not leaving that WH. We were the first car in the parking lot so we stayed put because we really didn't know what else to do at that point. It seemed as if we might actually be the only ones on the right track for the New Kids......
Yea right! But this is when the night started to get interesting!
Monday, June 29, 2009
Yardwork
This was an uber-awkward moment today....
After I got home tonight I wasn't feeling very perky so I plopped myself on the couch for a night of mindless TV watching. But I could hear my neighbor cutting his grass. No biggie. I can still veg out.
BUT now it seems that I have discovered who cut my grass a couple weeks ago because.... My neighbor cut my grass again tonight.
I was a big chicken and didn't go out to talk to him. I pretended I wasn't home so now I need to come up with something nice to do for him.....
I'm putting my thinking cap on..... Or I will try to dream about it cus this girl is TIRED!
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Friday, June 26, 2009
First Day
On a funny note today (which is a sad day) I got to watch all the new interns get poked and prodded and wander around the hospital. Hilarious!
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Thursday, June 25, 2009
STEP THREE......Its Just You and Me
..........or at least it felt that way, because I wasn't paying attention to anyone else.
The concert itself was fantastic. The show was completely different that what we saw in Erie in the Spring. The set, the clothes, the order. Everything.
Even better was the fact that Donnie spent most of the concert right in front of me! And I was able to get a million A-MA-ZING photos with my soberingly steady hand.
I'll never forget what Donnie said at the first break in singing when hewas talking to the crowd: "So THIS is what its like to win the Super Bowl and the Stanley Cup in the same year!" So, I decided that would be the perfect time to throw the "LETS GO PENS!" towel onto the stage.
Yep, it hit his foot and he held it up for the audience. God I love that man!
I've honestly never seen 5 men of their age with such energy and having so much fun! They were like little kids running around and just having fun. They were happy and it was real.
I was a happy girl when Donnie came out "poppin champagne" and then sang CoverGirl (to me). Jordan was not half naked but still impressively attractive and the Jabbas were sporting Mr Rogers sweaters so of course I loved that. And I always love any excuse for people to wear spandex and flurescent colors like Joey, his solos rocked. Danny can still breakdance but Jon was the one who was FULL of surprises.
We really must have made an impression on them too because in Step by Step, Jon Knight surprised his band mates and all the fans in attendance by singing STEP 5!
That moment may have been my favorite moment of the night (until we get to Sexify my Grits)! All 5 of the guys were spread across the stage and immediately Joe, Donnie and Danny rushed Jon. I was pretty sure that after Joe jumped on him Jon was ok but then Donnie came out of nowhere and also took a flying leap onto Jon's shoulders.
The happiness that came from that moment is something that I will never forget. Jordan finally got to his brother on the right wing of the stage and I would kill to know what he said when he held his brothers face in his hands. Meanwhile the rest of the guys are jumping up and down with the biggest smiles I've ever seen on their faces.
It was one of those times where anyone could tell they were doing what they love. There were no pretenses there, it was just the happiness of 5 guys and a million sisters.
Excuses, excuses....
I know, I know. But gotta throw this in real quick.... If u want more of an insight into the concert either go to
http://www.nkotb.com/ and watch the "waffle house after party"
Or....
Search youtube.com for "nkotb waffle house after party"
If u do, I'll so be in the video!
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Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Promise!
I know I've been slacking but it just seems like I can't catch enough time to update this blog!
I still have 4 steps left then the Stanley Cup, last nights concert (guess who and where) and then tonights concert.
Gosh, how does work expect me to work straight through without blogging?!? I'm not ok with this lack of time for the REALLY important stuff in my life.
Hopefully it slows down today and I can get a couple more steps out of the way today.
Smooches!
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Friday, June 19, 2009
STEP TWO....There's So Much We Can Do
.....when you're buzzed and watching opening acts.
Obviously after the Meet & Greet and Dirty Waffles I needed to get another beer, have a cigarette and tell every single person I know. But NOONE was answering their phones!
I called M. I called my sister. Finally I knew someone at my parent's house would answer the phone and luckily Mom was there. I'm sure I was (drunkenly) screaming into the phone, as was everyone else around me.
After they opened the gates, we decided to take a walk around and start looking at the things you can buy. Well actually, Lauren decided...I on the other hand told her that me and my (free) beers would be stationed next to the "B" on the giant B94 banner.
And so I stood there and called most of the people in my phone, who all asked how long I had been drinking, while Lauren looked at all of the merchandise for sale. And then it was time to go to our seats!
I was really sure that we were headed int he wrong direction when we started walking to our seats. I just knew that they were gonna laugh at us and point to a spot on the lawn where we could catch a shuttle that would take us to our seats somewhere in Ohio. But I should have known better. Lauren got us the best seats ever.
So we walked into the lowest section of the pavilion, handed the guy in the yellow shirt our tickets and he pointed "down front." We kept walking, and walking and then, we were in the 6th row from the stage, just slightly off center!!!!!!!
A-MA-ZING!!!!
Obviously after the Meet & Greet and Dirty Waffles I needed to get another beer, have a cigarette and tell every single person I know. But NOONE was answering their phones!
I called M. I called my sister. Finally I knew someone at my parent's house would answer the phone and luckily Mom was there. I'm sure I was (drunkenly) screaming into the phone, as was everyone else around me.
After they opened the gates, we decided to take a walk around and start looking at the things you can buy. Well actually, Lauren decided...I on the other hand told her that me and my (free) beers would be stationed next to the "B" on the giant B94 banner.
And so I stood there and called most of the people in my phone, who all asked how long I had been drinking, while Lauren looked at all of the merchandise for sale. And then it was time to go to our seats!
I was really sure that we were headed int he wrong direction when we started walking to our seats. I just knew that they were gonna laugh at us and point to a spot on the lawn where we could catch a shuttle that would take us to our seats somewhere in Ohio. But I should have known better. Lauren got us the best seats ever.
So we walked into the lowest section of the pavilion, handed the guy in the yellow shirt our tickets and he pointed "down front." We kept walking, and walking and then, we were in the 6th row from the stage, just slightly off center!!!!!!!
A-MA-ZING!!!!
First out were the JBWKZ who are a dance group that I love more and more each time I see them. They always get the audience's attention and really get people excited for the show. Tried to snap a few pictures....too drunk, pictures were fuzzy.
Then it was Jesse McCartney's turn and he was letting us all know that he's "22 now, ya know?" Also not a bad performance by any means. On the other hand, the pictures were still terrible.
I did run away for a few minutes because I knew that I would not be able to make it through the whole concert if I didn't pee. Surprisingly the girls sitting next to me and her sister bought me a beer and gave it to me when I came out of the bathroom. ROCK ON!
Luckily, by the time Jesse was finished I was sobering up and could finally hold a camera still.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Dirty Waffles - Part 1
I need to repeat that the M&G was very short and sweet. 3 minutes, tops.
My friend and I completely separated because we (luckily) do not fight over the same New Kid. I did not see much of her, just had a quick convo with Donnie about waffle houses and him being sued for kisses on the lips, got a hug and kiss from Jon (who is looking A-MA-ZING lately) and then security was hustling us out of there.
But on my way about, I see my friend again finally and what is even better is I see her being stalked by none other than Jordan Knight. He proceeds to make a comment about how nice her legs are (thank goodness I have hot friends) and assures us that they will in fact be going to the waffle house after the show!
Stay tuned for Part 2- Sexify My Grits!
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STEP ONE.... We Can Have Lots of Fun....
.....cus meet & greets have free alcohol and celebrities to meet!
As soon as we got to Starlake, it was time to stand in line to get into the Meet & Greet. We had never done this before. Luckily, the DoubleMint twins were infront of us in line and filled us in on the details.
Their advice:
- RUN to the one you want to talk to
- DON'T let anyone get infront of you
- TRY to kiss them all....One of the DT's had managed that at their last M&G experience.
It seemed like hours that we were standing in line waiting to get in but finally we got up to the sign in tent and handed over our cameras (they gave them back before the concert started) and we got our goodie bags. Contents: A beach towel with the tour dates, Sunscreen on a clippy, Cherry Chapstik with their picture and finally..... NKOTB boy short panties.
It was fantastic....only problem is they were tiny. I'm sure they were expecting dirty pictures of women wearing them after the concert and decided that only the girls that should be in those pictures would fit in the panties! hahaha....
We finally got inside, got a few beers and patiently waited for the boys to arrive. After about 20 minutes Donnie tweeted that he was walking into the M&G in the Steel City and the place went nuts!!!!! Then he walked out from behind the screen they were standing behind and started high fiving people. Other NKOTB's were reaching up and over the screen and trying to jump up and see the fans.
Well, from what I can remember, the beer was flowing (extremely freely) and I figured eating any food and soaking up the alcohol would just be a terrible decision so I drank until we reached letter N and it was our turn with the guys. The DoubleMint Twins were actually in the M&G with us and the four of us were the first ones in the room. Like clockwork, we all stood our ground and got the boys we wanted. There may have been some pushing but we managed to be in place for the photos....Until a rouge Donnie fan ran in at the end and he put his arm around her instead of me... :(
Bitch.
But check out the Dirty Waffles post for the really good stuff!
As soon as we got to Starlake, it was time to stand in line to get into the Meet & Greet. We had never done this before. Luckily, the DoubleMint twins were infront of us in line and filled us in on the details.
Their advice:
- RUN to the one you want to talk to
- DON'T let anyone get infront of you
- TRY to kiss them all....One of the DT's had managed that at their last M&G experience.
It seemed like hours that we were standing in line waiting to get in but finally we got up to the sign in tent and handed over our cameras (they gave them back before the concert started) and we got our goodie bags. Contents: A beach towel with the tour dates, Sunscreen on a clippy, Cherry Chapstik with their picture and finally..... NKOTB boy short panties.
It was fantastic....only problem is they were tiny. I'm sure they were expecting dirty pictures of women wearing them after the concert and decided that only the girls that should be in those pictures would fit in the panties! hahaha....
We finally got inside, got a few beers and patiently waited for the boys to arrive. After about 20 minutes Donnie tweeted that he was walking into the M&G in the Steel City and the place went nuts!!!!! Then he walked out from behind the screen they were standing behind and started high fiving people. Other NKOTB's were reaching up and over the screen and trying to jump up and see the fans.
Well, from what I can remember, the beer was flowing (extremely freely) and I figured eating any food and soaking up the alcohol would just be a terrible decision so I drank until we reached letter N and it was our turn with the guys. The DoubleMint Twins were actually in the M&G with us and the four of us were the first ones in the room. Like clockwork, we all stood our ground and got the boys we wanted. There may have been some pushing but we managed to be in place for the photos....Until a rouge Donnie fan ran in at the end and he put his arm around her instead of me... :(
Bitch.
But check out the Dirty Waffles post for the really good stuff!
Best Concert........EVER
Well, it's been nearly a week since the NKOTB concert and I have not blogged about it one single time. It's probably because I am still trying to catch up on my sleep. (I know I'm not actually old but not sleeping for 2 days is harder than it used to be!)
The concert was absolutely...A-MA-ZING!
The only complaint I have is that since this is what I call the "rainy season" in Pittsburgh, my hair was a hot mess. Perfectly straight when I left my house, wavy in the meet & greet, curly during the concert, ponytail at the Waffle House.
Today I have caught the blog bug and I'll post a ton today about the amazing weekend that can only happen in a city as A-MA-ZING as Pittsburgh!!!
Smooches!
The concert was absolutely...A-MA-ZING!
The only complaint I have is that since this is what I call the "rainy season" in Pittsburgh, my hair was a hot mess. Perfectly straight when I left my house, wavy in the meet & greet, curly during the concert, ponytail at the Waffle House.
Today I have caught the blog bug and I'll post a ton today about the amazing weekend that can only happen in a city as A-MA-ZING as Pittsburgh!!!
Smooches!
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
The Truth
I need to be honest. I can barely remember being an NKOTB fan the first time around.
But to be fair, I'm not even sure I was in school the first time.
I can remember having a light blue and pink puzzle with individual pictures of all of them on it. I can remember my sister thinking I was weird because I liked Donnie instead of Jordan, and I'm pretty sure I had the night gown. But that's about it.
I felt better about my vague memories when I saw them the first time this year and they announced that they had been together since 1989. The even better part about that was when the girl standing next to me said "I wasn't even born yet."
It just goes to show you that some things do get better with time and they are DEFINITELY people who got better with time. Love the old stuff but I am a WAY bigger fan this time!!
But to be fair, I'm not even sure I was in school the first time.
I can remember having a light blue and pink puzzle with individual pictures of all of them on it. I can remember my sister thinking I was weird because I liked Donnie instead of Jordan, and I'm pretty sure I had the night gown. But that's about it.
I felt better about my vague memories when I saw them the first time this year and they announced that they had been together since 1989. The even better part about that was when the girl standing next to me said "I wasn't even born yet."
It just goes to show you that some things do get better with time and they are DEFINITELY people who got better with time. Love the old stuff but I am a WAY bigger fan this time!!
Wakey Wakey Eggs and Bakey!
Today is a sleepy day..... I can't even blame it on staying up to watch the Pirates play 15 innings against Nate, I was too upset to watch. I'm not sure why I am so sleepy but I think it has something to do with my short work week. Knowing that I'll be off on Thursday is just making me want to take a mini vacation now! O well, I'll try to stay awake, lunchtime in about an hour and a half!
Monday, June 8, 2009
Brr....
I love the weather in this city. It was burning hot yesterday and today I'm pretty chilly waiting for the shuttle.
Also this raises a good question about the weather for Thursday. Let's all start hoping for high 70's and sunshine!
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To Snoop or Not to Snoop?
So the concert is Thursday.... They have done 4 shows already.... I can't decide whether I should read anything about the concert before I go or not.... I'm sure there are pictures and videos and all kinds of reviews but I don't know if I should see it before I go.....
Maybe I'll just google and see a few pictures.............
Maybe I'll just google and see a few pictures.............
Sabotage?
Ok, back to the Blackberry for blogging.....
I'm not sure why the computers are moving so slowly today but they are. And I do not want to risk my blog time by having it up right now when people are potentially working on my internet.
I feel so sneaky trying to fit in my blog. Its like a dirty little secret..... But way less exciting!
Ha!
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Determination
My goal for the day is to get Donnie Wahlberg to respond to one of my "tweets" about the concert on Thursday at Star Lake. (I refuse to use the correct name.)
I WILL make him answer me!
I WILL make him answer me!
Weddings
When I was younger, I hated going to weddings. It seemed that all of the aunts and the grandmotherly types used to come up to me, poke me in the ribs and cackle, telling me, 'YOU'RE NEXT'...They stopped that shit after I started doing the same thing to them at funerals.
I was just forwarded that email! LOVE IT!!
I was just forwarded that email! LOVE IT!!
Weekend Fun
Well, the good thing about this weekend is.........its over. Coming back to work was a great relief from the weekend. And I just keep telling myself that I can get through today, then have two more work days and then NKOTB!!!!
I can't wait!!!! Still need to figure out what to wear to the concert, gotta check the weather report, do my toenails (purple of course to match the tattoo), find a slutty shirt, paint it, get the hair perfected, gotta watch the video a few more times, listen to the CD's constantly.....
Basically, I'm 14 again this week!
I can't wait!!!! Still need to figure out what to wear to the concert, gotta check the weather report, do my toenails (purple of course to match the tattoo), find a slutty shirt, paint it, get the hair perfected, gotta watch the video a few more times, listen to the CD's constantly.....
Basically, I'm 14 again this week!
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Friday Night
I was just told by a very reliable source that the TGIFridays at the waterfront is doing an autism fundraiser. Just go down Friday night and tell your waitress that you know about the fundraiser. One of the bartenders will give you a card and a portion of your bill will go to Autism charities.
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Rain
Freezing cold rain + my white tanktop = I would have won any wet T-shirt contest to be found in the shuttle lot after work!
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Gym.....
Well, I was doing good with the whole going to the gym after work thing (it was only 2 days, I know I know I know) but looks like I'm going to have to go for the Biggest Loser video when I get home because silly me forgot my tennis shoes.....
That Biggest Loser workout is hardcore. I did an hour of elliptical and treadmill yesterday and it did not hurt nearly as bad as the 25 minute sculpting work out video.
Once I really get into the swing of things I'm going to try and do the gym and the video everyday. Wish me luck!
That Biggest Loser workout is hardcore. I did an hour of elliptical and treadmill yesterday and it did not hurt nearly as bad as the 25 minute sculpting work out video.
Once I really get into the swing of things I'm going to try and do the gym and the video everyday. Wish me luck!
Not a good day......
I'm really not sure why I've been in such a mood today. I could list the reasons but that will not help. I'm going to blame it on the weather. It's another gloomy day in the rainy season that Pittsburgh calls spring.
I'm self diagnosing myself with Season Affective Disorder! hahaha
I'm self diagnosing myself with Season Affective Disorder! hahaha
Jon & Kate
I missed this week's episode of Jon & Kate so I don't know what happened on there yet but I stole a second to read a quick article about Jon saying the kids are happy.
I really do think that Jon just does not want to do the show anymore. I think he would love to just go back to life the way it was before they were uber-famous. Whether anyone cheated on anyone else is an issue that I don't know the truth about but I really do think that Jon would be perfectly happy if he could just live a normal life with his wife and kids.
I guess time will tell....
I really do think that Jon just does not want to do the show anymore. I think he would love to just go back to life the way it was before they were uber-famous. Whether anyone cheated on anyone else is an issue that I don't know the truth about but I really do think that Jon would be perfectly happy if he could just live a normal life with his wife and kids.
I guess time will tell....
Adulthood
So, I'm sitting at my desk for lunch, preparing envelopes for a surprise party, calling back patients, responding to emails and still trying to have a freakin bite of my taco salad.
When did I become this person?
I'm ok with it but really, it seems like not too long ago I was just running around on multiple smoke breaks with paramedics and sitting in a smoky bar until 2 am.
Since that time, I rarely see medics at all at this hospital, there is no more smoking in a bar and, I haven't been up after midnight in weeks.
Wow. How time changes things. Hopefully this means this part of my life is coming to an end and the wedding/mommy/family part is getting closer!
When did I become this person?
I'm ok with it but really, it seems like not too long ago I was just running around on multiple smoke breaks with paramedics and sitting in a smoky bar until 2 am.
Since that time, I rarely see medics at all at this hospital, there is no more smoking in a bar and, I haven't been up after midnight in weeks.
Wow. How time changes things. Hopefully this means this part of my life is coming to an end and the wedding/mommy/family part is getting closer!
Anniversary Week
Well, there are two anniversaries this week. The first one being today. And now that I'm sitting here reflecting on them, I realize that they were terrible, awful, horrible days when they happened but these days should be happy for me now.
One anniversary freed me from a possessive asshole and the other anniversary should be celebrated. It is a celebration of the advances in modern medicine. Of the strength of humanity. And of the power of love.
So, these days that could be really sucky are really just a boost for me this year! Sparkle on!
One anniversary freed me from a possessive asshole and the other anniversary should be celebrated. It is a celebration of the advances in modern medicine. Of the strength of humanity. And of the power of love.
So, these days that could be really sucky are really just a boost for me this year! Sparkle on!
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Employee Fitness Center....
Does it bother anyone else that one of my workout mixes starts with Tupac, moves on to 5ive, and has some rascal flatts near the end?
I think I'm rather eclectic!
Day 2 at the employee gym included a doctor who lifted weights very angrily and did not sanitize anything he touched. Also, he looks just like Dr. Green from ER.
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Monday, June 1, 2009
Working Out
There is something strange about working out in a hospital.
Maybe its the cramped room with a giant window at ass level, facing the ER entrance.
Maybe its the doctors offices that open into the gym.
Or maybe its the crash cart next to the treadmills. At least its blue instead of the usual red. Don't want to be too obvious about folks croakin' at the gym.
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Sunday, May 31, 2009
Concert Update
I've been spending my time watching videos of NKOTB on youtube. I'm getting myself prepared for the concert and for Donnie Wahlberg to fall in love with me.
Just kidding. I know that's not going to happen but it can't hurt to have a little dream about it!
Still haven't made the shirt yet.... Gotta make sure that gets done this week. Ordered their presents today, they're gonna remember Pittsburgh!
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Review
So tomorrow is my first review at the new job. They kind of tell us how we did before hand but after talking to a different manager I'm not positive that I'll be getting a raise. Also I'm just nervous to do everything right when the boss is there.
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Friday, May 29, 2009
Please........
Everyone please say a quick prayer that my tire will not be flat when I get to it after work. I do not want to make today the first time I use my AAA card!
Smooches!
Smooches!
Nice to Meet You
I wish I would have said this when I met a few people....
Hello, I'm Sparkles. I don't want to know your secrets. I have my own, that I won't be sharing with you. I do not care about the things that you constantly complain about.... ie....
1. If you hate your husband (as long as he isn't abusive) its your own fault. You picked him. If you want out, get out and don't cheat on him to make yourself happy. It truly is not a good thing. Secondly if you do cheat on him, I don't want to know about the guys you are sleeping with. Each guy you tell me about makes me want to tell your husband more.
2. Surprise! Babies don't sleep when YOU want them to. Babies don't leave much free time for YOU. (And cheating on your husband) Gee, I thought somebody else would have told you that.
3. If I stop answering me when you talk to me it means I DON"T WANT TO TALK TO YOU. It does not mean please send me more messages and then begin to question my mental status because obviously I'm the one with issues.
4. The drama is NOT necessary. I am younger than you but for some reason you have never matured since 6th grade. Please grow up and be a positive in society.
WHEW!!! I feel better now!
I swear I'm not miserable. I've just decided to be blunt today.
Hello, I'm Sparkles. I don't want to know your secrets. I have my own, that I won't be sharing with you. I do not care about the things that you constantly complain about.... ie....
1. If you hate your husband (as long as he isn't abusive) its your own fault. You picked him. If you want out, get out and don't cheat on him to make yourself happy. It truly is not a good thing. Secondly if you do cheat on him, I don't want to know about the guys you are sleeping with. Each guy you tell me about makes me want to tell your husband more.
2. Surprise! Babies don't sleep when YOU want them to. Babies don't leave much free time for YOU. (And cheating on your husband) Gee, I thought somebody else would have told you that.
3. If I stop answering me when you talk to me it means I DON"T WANT TO TALK TO YOU. It does not mean please send me more messages and then begin to question my mental status because obviously I'm the one with issues.
4. The drama is NOT necessary. I am younger than you but for some reason you have never matured since 6th grade. Please grow up and be a positive in society.
WHEW!!! I feel better now!
I swear I'm not miserable. I've just decided to be blunt today.
Deep Breath, Good Pitch
Ok, so I'm at work and people are complaining that there is nothing to do............ except for the fact that there is alot to do and I am REFUSING to pull any more work until someone else pulls something. Stop talking about not having any work and see the work right in front of your face. There..........
Deep Breath..... Goooooooooosefraba
Deep Breath..... Goooooooooosefraba
Bad Start, Good Finish
So this morning started off pretty strange.....
I killed two spiders (I hate spiders!!) after I got out of the shower this morning. Strike One.
They scared the crap out of me because I was still thinking about the dreams I was having all night about me going into labor. FYI- - - - I AM NOT PREGNANT!!! Hence, Strike Two...
But there I was in my dream walking into the L&D unit and checking in for my induction. (I think I've been working in a hospital for far too long if I'm having dreams like this.) I was chatting with the other women in my dream and we're all happy go lucky. My whole family showed up while I was checking in...... Very strange.....
The third strike...... I walk out to my SUV and see that the back passenger tire is nearly flat on my car. Probably because it has a slow leak and I keep putting off filling it up. So let's just all hope that there is enough air after work to get me down the road to fill it up with air.....then gas.
So in spite of all that, I am ready now to start my day by paying my bills and being out about half of the paycheck I just got at midnight.....
Obviously this day is going to end better.
I killed two spiders (I hate spiders!!) after I got out of the shower this morning. Strike One.
They scared the crap out of me because I was still thinking about the dreams I was having all night about me going into labor. FYI- - - - I AM NOT PREGNANT!!! Hence, Strike Two...
But there I was in my dream walking into the L&D unit and checking in for my induction. (I think I've been working in a hospital for far too long if I'm having dreams like this.) I was chatting with the other women in my dream and we're all happy go lucky. My whole family showed up while I was checking in...... Very strange.....
The third strike...... I walk out to my SUV and see that the back passenger tire is nearly flat on my car. Probably because it has a slow leak and I keep putting off filling it up. So let's just all hope that there is enough air after work to get me down the road to fill it up with air.....then gas.
So in spite of all that, I am ready now to start my day by paying my bills and being out about half of the paycheck I just got at midnight.....
Obviously this day is going to end better.
Thursday, May 28, 2009
G20
I am very, truly thrilled that the G20 will be held in Pittsburgh this year.
It will be an honor to show the world that Pittsburgh has not disappeared with the steel industry. We are here and making exciting news on so many levels from health care to environmental.
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Cat Fight
Well, apparently we don't all grow up in life. We definately get older but some of us never mature.
I am a good but younger than my coworkers (young enough to be their child) and yet, I really don't think they even act my age at all.
The point is, you do your job. Do it well, and forget about what other people are doing.
I am a good but younger than my coworkers (young enough to be their child) and yet, I really don't think they even act my age at all.
The point is, you do your job. Do it well, and forget about what other people are doing.
Here we go.....
Well, I'm on the shuttle and on my way into work. I'm a little nervous to see what awaits me in my email.
I actually hope there is already a response because I would hate to keep waiting and wondering about it.....Wish me luck!
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I actually hope there is already a response because I would hate to keep waiting and wondering about it.....Wish me luck!
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Wednesday, May 27, 2009
I did it!!!
Well, I sent the email. I'm not sure what kind of response it will get but hey, you never know if you don't try. So I did it. Updates on that tomorrow.
Also, on my way now to pick up the Aerosmith tickets I won on the radio! Still don't know who I'm going to take to that but we shall see! It will be some really good music!
Pray for me and the fact that I will be crossing the city twice (hopefully!) During rush hour! And please if you are driving watch out for the white SUV behind you blasting New Kids on the Block!
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Cake!
You know the wierd thing about hospitals.....we always have food. Today courtesy of the Burn Center we have lots of cake..... Or you can go to the linen conference across the hall and learn how to do laundry so well that a single peice of cloth can be used dozens of times and come in contact with dozens of different germs. Also, they have apples.
Mental Note........
As much as I H-E-A-R-T Kennywood, and I truly do, never let me refer to getting married there as my "destination wedding." I would marry a Cleveland Brown before I did that!
Nervous
I'm getting very nervous right now. I have some downtime from the work that normally flows through the halls of this healthcare facility so I am doing something I've never done before.
I am taking a new idea to my supervisor, happily only through email face-to-face would not be so easy. I've never done this and I'm not very sure if it is stepping over my bounds in any way but I guess the only way to find out is to try. I really don't know if this is any of my business but I have to at least make an attempt because otherwise someone else might think of the idea and if they get the credit for it, I would be upset.
So, that is my goal. By the end of the day I will send that email and hope that there is some sort of positive feedback in the morning. Even if it is only a "good idea....but No."
:)
I am taking a new idea to my supervisor, happily only through email face-to-face would not be so easy. I've never done this and I'm not very sure if it is stepping over my bounds in any way but I guess the only way to find out is to try. I really don't know if this is any of my business but I have to at least make an attempt because otherwise someone else might think of the idea and if they get the credit for it, I would be upset.
So, that is my goal. By the end of the day I will send that email and hope that there is some sort of positive feedback in the morning. Even if it is only a "good idea....but No."
:)
Shhh! Don't tell...
Apparently the new job has not discovered blocking anything that includes the word "blog" from our list of things we are not allowed to view. Woo Hoo!
I think I'm finally starting to settle into this whole desk job thing. It includes a good bit of time sitting at a desk and typing.....Typing work....Typing emails.....Typing fun emails.....Blogging....Texting..... That's my job. I still miss my days of running around the ED and flirting with medics! Hopefully we can get back to that stage because I'm hoping the city medics might not be as scary as the locals. However, after watching a few episodes of "Rescue Me" I'm starting to think that might not be the case.
So lets see how long I can get away with blogging at work.....
I think I'm finally starting to settle into this whole desk job thing. It includes a good bit of time sitting at a desk and typing.....Typing work....Typing emails.....Typing fun emails.....Blogging....Texting..... That's my job. I still miss my days of running around the ED and flirting with medics! Hopefully we can get back to that stage because I'm hoping the city medics might not be as scary as the locals. However, after watching a few episodes of "Rescue Me" I'm starting to think that might not be the case.
So lets see how long I can get away with blogging at work.....
Monday, May 11, 2009
One Month
While I was sitting in the un godly traffic that exists on my way to work, I realized that one month from today I will meet the man I'm going to marry. My baby daddy if you will. D-Dub.
I have one month to figure out how exactly to make a New Kid on the Block fall in love with me in a the meet & greet.
Still working on t-shirt ideas and I need to find the perfect shorts too! Of course we'll probably need hair and nails done too!!!!
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Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Workin' for a Living
First, I want to take a minute to be thankful that I have a decent paying job, one that allows me to support myself and prove that I am now an adult.... Sort of. But still, this is not my career.
Part of my morals tells me it its not right to ask people who are sick and injured for money. On the other hand what I'm doing is actually preparing them for the bills that they are going to eventually face anyway. The positive spin on this is that one the department is running the way it should be, we should be contacting patients far enough in advance to allow for better financial planning. Also we do have options for payment arrangements and programs that can help people. I fear that many of these people would not ask for help on their own. However, by contacting these people I am offering an alternative to them losing their life savings.
I feel like integrating my position with other segments of staff so that we can all be on the same page about what message we should be presenting to our customers.
And all the while I'll be showing that I have the initiative to take charge of something to improve the overall situation. We need a straight line from the first person to speak to the patient all the way down the line.
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Part of my morals tells me it its not right to ask people who are sick and injured for money. On the other hand what I'm doing is actually preparing them for the bills that they are going to eventually face anyway. The positive spin on this is that one the department is running the way it should be, we should be contacting patients far enough in advance to allow for better financial planning. Also we do have options for payment arrangements and programs that can help people. I fear that many of these people would not ask for help on their own. However, by contacting these people I am offering an alternative to them losing their life savings.
I feel like integrating my position with other segments of staff so that we can all be on the same page about what message we should be presenting to our customers.
And all the while I'll be showing that I have the initiative to take charge of something to improve the overall situation. We need a straight line from the first person to speak to the patient all the way down the line.
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Star 100.7
So Star announced that they would be giving away NKOTB tickets during the lunch hour so we were desperately waiting for the question to come up.
Finally around 12:45 it did and thanks to google I had the correct answer. My co-worker and I both were calling on the office phones and I was calling from my cell phone. Finally my cell phone kept ringing and I didn't get the generic "all circuits are busy" message.
Then the song on the radio ended and my line was cut dead. To matters even more upsetting the man who answered didn't even really get the answer right. It was another answer because the question wasn't clear enough.
So I'm off to keep trying and listening to the radio constantly from now until the concert!
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Blogging On The Bus
I've been seriously neglecting my blogging responsibilities. So I've decided since I have a 15 minute shuttle ride to and from work I should make good use of this time. New plan.... Blog on the bus.
Last night I had one of the most embarrassing moments of my life. I went to the local watering hole with a friend of mine for dinner and they were replaying Pitt's loss to Villanova to go to the final four. In my own defense I was harassing the bartender to change it because I didn't want to go through that heart breaking loss again.
About 20 minutes later I could hear guys behind me talking about the game. Without even turning around I said "I'll ruin the surprise, Pitt loses" at that point one of the guys says "yea I know, I play for them.". So obviously I turn around and see Mr Dejuan Blair, the All-American Pitt basketball player!!!!
Clearly my face was fire engine red while he and his friend stood behind me watching the last 2 minutes of the game. Everyone sitting on my side of the bar heard it and they tried not to laugh until Blair walked away.
When he finally did go to his table I asked the bartender why he didn't stop me. He said it seemed to happen in slow motion. He realized that I didn't know who was standing behind me but it happened too fast for him to get my attention. So I'm sure that will be the talk of the bar for a few days and I'll hear all about it the next time I stop by for my LIT fix.
Well that worked perfectly. I'm pulling up to the hospital and my story is finished. This new technique might work out perfectly!
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Last night I had one of the most embarrassing moments of my life. I went to the local watering hole with a friend of mine for dinner and they were replaying Pitt's loss to Villanova to go to the final four. In my own defense I was harassing the bartender to change it because I didn't want to go through that heart breaking loss again.
About 20 minutes later I could hear guys behind me talking about the game. Without even turning around I said "I'll ruin the surprise, Pitt loses" at that point one of the guys says "yea I know, I play for them.". So obviously I turn around and see Mr Dejuan Blair, the All-American Pitt basketball player!!!!
Clearly my face was fire engine red while he and his friend stood behind me watching the last 2 minutes of the game. Everyone sitting on my side of the bar heard it and they tried not to laugh until Blair walked away.
When he finally did go to his table I asked the bartender why he didn't stop me. He said it seemed to happen in slow motion. He realized that I didn't know who was standing behind me but it happened too fast for him to get my attention. So I'm sure that will be the talk of the bar for a few days and I'll hear all about it the next time I stop by for my LIT fix.
Well that worked perfectly. I'm pulling up to the hospital and my story is finished. This new technique might work out perfectly!
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Monday, February 9, 2009
First Wifey's Club
Once again my girlfriends and I have been stupid enough to let men who treat us like crap get under our skin. We bitch about it and I've just been reminded of a great chick-flick. The First Wives Club.
We need to think of what we can do to make those men pay. And as those women said, its not about revenge. Its about the greater good. We need to make sure they get a kick in the ass but make sure its a kick that forces them to help others.
Mix up the drinks and let the brainstorming begin!!!!!!
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Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Diet Day 2
Today is only Day 2 but I think I'm figuring out how dieting works.
First you drink so much water that you lose weight walking to the bathroom.
Ok no seriously. With this nutrisystem plan u spend a lot of time thinking about what you're gonna eat that you don't have time to eat out of boredom.
Buying specific foods to eat at specific times helps a lot. If the food isn't around you can't eat it.
Also the amount of water is tricky to count. I'm off to figure out how to calculate how much water is actually in the bottle with the spanish writing.
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Sunday, January 4, 2009
Seriously?
I just heard on the radio that myley cyrus was voted one of the most influential people of 2008.
Seriously?
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I <3 da Burgh!
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Morality, Karma, Decisions
I'll start this post by saying that I am completely aware that my moral compass does not always point due north. A lot of times its basically pointing in the complete opposite direction. I get that. I'm not trying to be above anyone here.
I pull out in front of people when I'm driving. I rush to beat the old ladies to the checkout line and I have told a lie or two. When you throw men into the picture, it gets really bad.
I just finished reading a book "Something borrowed" by Emily Griffin and the ending of that book has completely discouraged me. From the first chapter you know the book is about Rachel sleeping with and building a friendship with her best friends fiance just months before the wedding. I tell ya throughout the book I really understood Rachel and I felt her pain.
Then came the ending. ( I'm ruining the book now if you want to stop reading.). In the end everything works out fine. One minor argument, a little embarrassment and its over. They are free to go on with their life and start over all fresh.
What happened to following the rules and being rewarded for following them. That's why Rachel in the book gave up, she wasn't getting anywhere either by following all the rules.
Get good grades in high school. Go to college and get a degree. Graduate and get a good job. Become great at that job and become successful.
Mixed in there is supposed to be fall in love, get married and, make babies. I've accomplished all the rest and nearly accomplished the ones on this second list. Close but no cigar.
Even before I let my moral compass sway I had never been asked to a formal, never got to pick out a dress and get may hair done for a special occasion.
The moment I did start to sway was when I watched other things start to slip away from me. I wasn't the one trying on silky white dresses and lacy veils. Then one day it didn't matter what the cutest pattern was for a car seat stroller combo.
All along I thought that was my punishment for doing things I'm not completely proud of. But is that really the truth? Or do you have to go out there and make your own happiness, never caring who you hurt?
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