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In such a small house you'd think it wouldn't take this much time to clean. This is why I came home early today. I wanted to finish it up. See, what I cleaned during the week is already dirty again. Of course, this is what happens. However, I wish for once it wouldn't have.

Egads!

I found framed pictures in the back closet that we had taken down with Steph (my sister) came for a visit last October. We removed them so she could have a place to put her clothes. Which she ended up just living out of her suitcase the whole time...but...whatever. I FINALLY got everything back out and realized something. My bookshelf was a shrine to my best friend and I...oops. I guess I haven't really framed anything since I moved to Minnesota besides wedding and a few baby pictures. Ha! I did some rearranging but it still sorta looks funny. Oh well, I do love my best friend after all. It did put me in a really good mood to see all my old pictures and nick nacks. It feels more like home again.

More later. Back to cleaning.

I'm am exhausted. I don't know quite why but now that I'm home from work it's hard for me to muster the energy to clean this house. I need to. We have people coming over Saturday and I would love this place to have a nice deep clean before Saturday gets here.

Jessica, get your butt up and go.

This is one of those food articles that scares you straight.

I've decided to cut red meat down to once a week. Perhaps less than that but I'm going to try and do this in baby steps I guess. So far, I've barely even eaten meat. I'm replacing hotdogs and burgers when we grill out with Boca Burgers. I actually like them so it's not that hard to do. I already can feel my energy levels go up after I eat. Making a choice to eat less meat has made me feel like less of a hog in only a week. So far, I've only eaten Chicken and just a little at that. I don't really plan on becoming vegitarian. I just plan on replacing meat with better, healther options. I've thought a lot about the hormones they put into meat and the treatment of these animals. Oh, and the whole environmental issue. It's all getting a little overwheming for my brain.

Oh food, will we ever be friends?

If you're getting one, how are you planning on spending your tax refund?

It's already spent. One of our cars died and we had to replace it with a newer one. It's nice to have a reliable car but we could have used that money on a whole lot of other things we really needed to do. Like pay bills. Funny how something big always dies right before tax time.

Le Sigh.

Yes, no cancelled flights I made it home on time and with no issues. I guess American Airlines managed to keep one flight and connection in tact this weeked. Sure glad it was mine! I had enough issues on the way to North Carolina.

I got home and found my lia sophia kit. I've been playing with it all day. Too much fun. I need a bigger jewelry box.

Mike and I had a wonderful nap together. Yes, a nap. Nathan went "down" for a nap and we thought he was sleeping. Hour later we wake up and he's still playing. Oh well, at least we got some sleep. It was nice and comfy just being there on the couch with him.

Nathan woke up, I started cleaning, Mike went outside to start cleaning the yard and that took care of most of the day.

Mike left for a wedding reception for one of his work friends that mysteriously none of us wives were invited too. I'd get bitter and suspicious but I've got enough on my plate. I knock this one up to males not understanding us wives like this sort of thing. I got Nathan to bed down easy and now can take some time to relax at home.

Bath time! Woot! Bubbles here I come!

::dances her way to the bathroom::

What do you worry about the most?
Money and work crap.

Do you have any special talent?
I can sing. I can remain positive about anything. Those are enough.

Do you regret anything about your past?
Sure I do. I learned from it but I wish it had never happened to begin with.

Do people ever mistake you for being a different race?
Not anymore. When I was little I pretended to be Cuban so kids wouldn’t beat me up. L

Do you collect anything?
Fat cells recently. I’m thinking about going through and getting rid of most of my collection.

Would you tattoo someone’s name on your body?
That’s taboo. I wouldn’t do it. I’d go for a symbol to represent them.

Do you have any friends with “benefits”?
Yes, he’s my husband.

How old were you when you moved out of your parents house?
18

Who do you miss right now?
Nathan and Mike…I want to be home.

Are you drinking anything?
Sierra Mist.

Do you like beer? If so, what one?
I like different kids. MGD and Sam Adams are the recent favs.

Do you carry any form of contraceptive with you?
Wow! This is awfully forward of you!

Do you have any weapons for personal protection?
I am a weapon of mass destruction! Waaaaataaaa!

What is the last restaurant you ate at?
Pomodoro’s

What is your favorite fruit?
Pineapple and bananas

Do you believe “Once a cheater, always a cheater”?
Depends on when they cheated the first time.

What is a goal you would like to complete this year?
I have many goals. How about making my at home business successful.

Last person you had an argument with?
Work

Have you ever ran away from home?
When I was 5. I made it to the corner and then came home to ask for forgiveness. They didn’t even know I had left.

Where were you 2 hours ago?
Here.

Favorite concert you have been to?
Dave Matthews Band, Las Vegas.

Are you listening to music?
No. I’m watching Law and Order.

Describe the shirt your wearing?
White tank top. Nice for the sleeping.

Do you know anyone named Bob?
My dad’s best friends’ name is Bob.

What is your favorite candy?
Reeses Pieces

Do you take your daily vitamins?
Nope, but I should.

What color is your vehicle?
Silvery

Where is your most ticklish spot?
I do not divulge this information. They are secret. They are not for sale.

Do you have over 200 myspace friends?
Nope, I know all the people who I’m friends with on Myspace.

Do you want to be a princess?
That’s silly

How many people have you dated?

I believe that number to be 5. Now I’m married so it’s not likely to go up.

I miss my kid. I miss my husband. I miss my home and my bed. I want my new lia sophia kit. I feel gigantic from all the take out I've eaten this week.

I want to be home.

Cross your fingers my fight isn't cancelled, please!

What was the last great epiphany you had?
Submitted by Ross.

And then it came to me...GET YOUR HAIR CUT WOMAN!

So, I did.

It looks great.

I had this epiphany today.

I will have pictures hopefully tomorrow!

Hello from Sunny North Carolina! It is not sunny in Minnesota. In fact it's cold and very winter like. I'm in a beautiful mess of sunshine and 70 degrees. I am enjoying it all from my hotel room. Boo. I've done some work and now I'm ready to go back outside. Problem is, there's not much outside to go too. I'm in the middle of a business district and there's not anywhere to just go walk around. Next time, I get a rental car.

Training went well. I learned a lot about cultural influences at work. I can take back things and start making a difference. I'm excited about it. Hopefully I can get to work and do some changing before people realize it and stop me. I was told by a friend to just do and apologize later. If I ask for permission I might never get it. She's right. It's just hard to make some decisions in my position.

I'm ready to get back home and see my little guy and husband. I've missed them a ton this week. I can't help but feel like I'm missing out. Hopefully my airflights aren't cancelled and I'm home on time!

Karma is a bitch and her name is American Airlines.

I can even remember where I was on Friday evening when I started packing for my trip to North Carolina. I was sitting on my bed when it occurred to me I had never lost my luggage. I believe I even mentioned to Mike how it was a miracle because I had flown so much in my life. Fast forward to Monday afternoon as I sat staring at the conveyor. Three flights had picked up their luggage since mine and it was evident mine had not made the switch over from American to United Airlines.

Damn.

I went first to the American Airlines counter. I asked if they could trace the luggage. No. They don’t use a scan system. United does, so I should try there. I make the walk to United Airlines.

The smiling lady admitted she was new. The man in front of me didn’t care. He proceeded to yell at her and point to his pictures of his luggage. Apparently, this had happened before.

When it was my turn she let me know my luggage had not made it into the United system. This means it’s still in Chicago and somewhere in American’s possession. Ah ha! The old point the finger trick. I fill out a form and describe my luggage. It’s a small, black, roller bag. Yeah, just like everyone else’s. Oh, and did I mention it had no name tags? I noticed that as I dropped it off. I didn’t want to wait to fill it out because there was a line behind me. I didn’t want to cause a delay.

Oh, but here one was. Waiting for me in North Carolina.

They tell me it could take a few days to find the bag. I left my information and go find a cab.

Now, I do my best not to stereotype taxi drivers. However, here was my cab driver in Middle Eastern traditional garments. I smiled and told him where I needed to go. Immediately I notice what he’s listening to on the radio. Its talk radio about the war; how the insurgents have attacked a group of American and Iraqi troops. I start listening until I realize my cab driver is talking to me. He’s laughing and telling me how the stupid American’s thought they could make a difference. He starts talking about all the things that are wrong with America. I start to block him out. I wasn’t going to argue with the man who was driving me to safety. After all I didn’t even have luggage to throw at him. I gave him a very small tip. He got the hint I think. I’m not sure. I just heard screaming after I left the cab.

I get to the hotel front desk. It’s the first time I feel safe since I got into North Carolina. I was shaken up by the missing luggage and the cab drive. I check in and get to my room. I figure I can’t unpack so I should probably go buy some clothes. I can unpack them.

I was a little uneasy when the cab showed up to take me to the mall. Especially when he tells me how horrible this side of town is and he recommends I call him directly and he’ll send someone to get me. I’m to wait inside the mall until they call me back and let me know they’re outside. I grew up in a bad area. I wasn’t too scared. I was thankful someone was looking out for me though; renewed my confidence in cab drivers. I don’t mean that sarcastically either.

I get to the mall and look through Sears. Nothing. I decide “buy shoes first, less depressing.” I was right. I found some cute heals. Made me feel a little better. Then on to the next store. I must have looked a little depressed as two associates ask me what they can help me with to make me feel better. I explain the situation. They immediately show their finest wares and send me to the dressing rooms. I decide on two pairs of pants, three shirts, and some nylons. This should take me through the “days” I was told it might take to locate the luggage. I leave with my new clothes and a nice large dollar amount on my credit card. I realize I still need underwear and a bra. I get back to Sears and buy the needed items and then call the cab. I wait inside as instructed. Again. He’s rather insistent I not step outside the building.

I get in the cab, back to the hotel, and realize if my luggage never arrives I’ll need to buy more to get this stuff home.

My luggage showed up this morning at 4 a.m... This is something I was not told about until I asked at 7:15 a.m.. I ran upstairs, combed my hair (forgot to buy a hair brush), and ran out the door onto the next cab. I have to say this…I will never, ever, mock Karma again.