Ash Wednesday

It's been a while since I've been on here, so here are some updates.

CONGRATULATIONS to Kristy & Josh on their little baby Kailey Renee! Birthday- February 18th.

I'm eating some pasta now. It's Ash Wednesday, and I did eat meat today. I'm giving up going out to eat, so I had to pack my lunch this morning, which is actually pretty typical. But I didn't have much, and unless I wanted to eat a lettuce wrap, I was eating meat. I could have eatten a lettuce wrap no problem, but I didn't have cheese or anything else to put on it. And I didn't think that would hold me over. And I'm skipping getting ashes to watch American Idol (AI8). I would have been more inclined if it were the results show, but they are performing tonight!

Work has been up and down in terms of being busy. I have the feeling there is a change coming, ie. layoffs, to the team, but we never know anything. They say that anyone in this country has no promise of a job. But that doesn't really make me feel better. What makes me feel better is that I know that I have something of a backup plan. It's not ideal and would suck pretty bad, but it's a backup plan.

So, I'm getting these crazy hair ideas again! I wish it would just grow quickly, so I stop thinking about it. I want to dye it. I love my dark hair, I really do. But I get these crazy ideas of getting blonde highlights again or something like a thick streak of color. Obviously, I would never do that because I can think of 10 people that would kill me for it (at the top of the list: Justin and Kandice). My hair gets to this chin-length area and I HATE it. It's so dull and boring.

Recent drama/issues: I need to move out into a new apartment in May. I found this place that's pretty nice, it's in a decent area, and I really got along with the girl. The only problem is that it's a year lease (which will not work if I get laid off!) and it's a month and half security deposit. So that's like handing over $1600 in May. I don't really have that laying around, so I'm gonna have to work something out. But I'm freaking out if something happens, what would I do?

I haven't really been doing anything fun lately, Justin has been working like a madman. He worked both Saturday and Sunday this past weekend. Sucks. But hopefully it will get better soon.

I am starting to realllllly miss my PA friends and family.

Happy Valentine's Day

What a hallmark holiday. But I'm a total sucker for it. I got Justin a memory card and camera cover for his new digital camera. We are going for dinner tonight at Tavern at the Park. We haven't been there before, so it should be fun. Our reservation is for 9:00. I called a million places on Wednesday trying to make a reservation, and everywhere was full 5:00 to 10:00. How ridiculous!

Soo ... I found out this week that I am moving out in May. I had just assumed that their lease was ending, but they are having someone else moving in. Ugh. They did tell me that the sublet was January until May, so it was totally my fault. I still would have moved in anyway, since we had rodents in the old place. So I am keeping my eyes open for new places in May. I found some on Craigslist that I'm going to check out. It's nice that I have some time.

Other than that, things have been pretty standard. I got sick this week, and left work early, but now I feel alright. My stomach has been hurting off and on. I think the hair, nail and skin vitamins I was taking were making me sick. So I am no longer taking them. I guess I will just have to wait for my hair to grow. =(

The People on the El Go Round and Round

So I'm on the El on my way home and I wanted to tell you about all these random people. They are so interesting, they all have a story.

I first started to notice them when I saw the guy next to me was reading a comic book. Then the awkward couple sitting together. They were talking a little bit, but mainly sitting in silence. The obese lady that some actually gets up so she can sit down. The guy with the hard plastic orange backpack that looks like a rocket pack. Like flames are going to come out of the bottom and he's going to fly the rest of the way home. The annoying lady on the phone talking about how she had hot dogs for dinner last night.

And here's a story. So I'm at work yesterday and we're talking about nationality and stuff. I start telling stories about what the old guys at the Cottage and how they would ask if I was Italian, Hispanic, Greek, Native American, etc. The one time a native american guy told me I should be an actress because I looked exotic and different (picture long dark hair). And my one co-worker says, "Yeah, there aren't many people with such dark hair and pale skin." EEEEK!! Has it gotten that bad?! I told myself I wouldn't go tanning, but I think I am going to start in spring time. I can't be pale!

It's so friggin cold out again! It actually sucks when it gets just a little bit warmer for a day or two. Because then the next cold day feels even colder. Ugh. Almost spring?! Eh?

The L Word

Yep. Layoffs. It's a scary time right now. Apparently, my company is doing some layoffs and I've been freaking out ever since. There is no promise that anyone can give you, therefore you just hope for the best everytime you walk into the office. Every little odd thing that is unusual makes your heart drop. I am actually pretty cheap compared to my counterparts, but I guess I will see. I guess we all will just have to wait and see. Wish me the best.

On a more positive note, GO STEELERS! =)
They won the Superbowl yesterday! The Cardinals had one last touchdown at about 3:30 minutes left in the game and I almost started to cry. I was so nervous. But they came out victorious, thank you Santonio Holmes and my boy, Big Ben. Justin had some friends to his house, so we made a bunch of food! I made chocolate fondue dip and spinach artichoke dip! Yum!

The weekend was pretty uneventful. We had interviews on Friday and I was exhausted by the end of the day. Those days are about 13-14 hours of work, so it gets pretty tiring. And we had interviews today too, and all I want to do is go to sleep. Which is exactly what's going to happen after I finish this.

I saw this interesting article about the best careers for your Zodiac sign. I'm not going to copy/paste the whole thing, but I'll give you the link if you're interested. The following is my sign, Libra:
Libras—what would we do without them? They are good-looking and charming, gracious and entertaining. Their cooperative nature makes them excellent ambassadors and team leaders. If you ever have to deal with customer service over the phone, it will go much smoother if the operator is a Libra. More so than any sign, Libras are people people. They are not the type to slave away in some dark room; they thrive in buzzing, social environments. Many Libras gravitate toward the arts and will most likely be the lead singer of a band, interacting with the audience, rather than a brooding songwriter. Best jobs: diplomat, dancer, salesperson, host, negotiator, travel agent, supervisor.

Check out your own at: http://www.divinecaroline.com/article/32649/63415-career-zodiac-sign

I don't have much else going on. It's supposed to be like 40 degrees this weekend! Hallelujah! But I know that winter is not over yet. Punxataney Phil saw his shadow today, so 6 more weeks of winter. Although in Chicago, we still have like 3 months!

PS: Don't watch Beowulf. It sucks.

Welp, good night to all and to all a good night! Y