Well I swore I wouldn’t keep a tally of how many came to the door but shortly after 6:30 and for the next 30 minutes we had just under ten people at the door included our neighbor Shea and her friend. We had one group of people from New haven (Mom was asking them and I have a feeling that they didn’t find that appropriate at all) and the others from West Haven. By 7:15 we closed the door on Halloween 2011.
I have to tell you I almost fell asleep before the evening started. Now I am fully awake and don’t know if I will be able to sleep. It may take warm milk for me.
I got an email from Telka. We have been arranging a time for the board meeting. I really hope it isn’t on Sunday. It is the NCIS Marathon and Certain Prey premiere night. Yeah my priorities are slightly skewed.
She did ask that I have the dates for the sing along and the gift delivery by our November general meeting. That will be a week from Wednesday.
Alex A sent out a reminder for the activities for the rest of the week and prior to election night. I can’t I am so tired by the end of the day that I can’t do it.
Connecticut was featured predominately on ABC national news today. The storm basically and the fact Jet blue stranded passengers at Bradley International Airport. I am entertaining the thought of bringing it up to Dave. He probably will make excuses for it. Just like everything else.
Well I have a blog entry for My NCIS Blogs then I need to go to bed…
Monday, October 31, 2011
Halloween 2011
I overslept this morning so I decided to drive in. I got some gas on the way because I knew if I didn’t I would be really stuck. The drive in wasn’t all that bad even though the traffic was moving slow through parts of West Haven.
It was just 8 when I got to the office. I told a few people about the discussion I had with Dave’s neighbor and they said It would have been better not to say anything at all and they should not have asked me. I am pretty sure I didn’t get defensive and I listened to those who gave their viewpoint.
As in any post storm situation some of us were comparing war stories. Some of them did lose power and some didn’t. There was also how the storm affected their area. I have been trying to see if there is any reported accumulation reports but haven’t found any. I am getting it by word of mouth.
Governor Malloy was to have a press conference this morning on clean up efforts at 8:30. There is a list of closings at Channel 8 and Channel 30 and Channel 3. I probably will see it tonight on the news.
Things got a little tense in here this morning. A batch couldn’t be found and it was causing some concern. I don’t understand it fully but I can feel the stress level in this office increasing.
I received 20 year Service recognition certificate in the campus mail today. It had ring guards if I want to pick out a ring and a letter of appreciation from Dr. Levin and this link to pick out my gift. I haven’t seen the catalog yet. I think I will wait until I get home.
It doesn’t look like many dressed up for Halloween this year. I am not sure why. Perhaps the storm and perhaps (like me) didn’t want to.
I called Mom a couple of times today. She had the appointment with the Genetics counselor today. I called later to see how it went but she was on the phone with someone.
Anyway, Tonight is Halloween. I don’t think we will get too many this year. We haven’t in some years now. Every year I keep a tally this year I am not even bothering. Many towns may cancel Halloween because of the storm. I was told only a few towns will not be having it.
Wednesday is an employee appreciation day and I guess we are having a breakfast that morning. There are signs up all over the place. It’s been a while since we had one of those.
I didn’t get to finish lockbox but I did work on readdress mail for the last 45 minutes.
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Full Sunday
It is after 8 and I am tired. I went to bingo and had a small group today. Jillian came in today. We did pretty well. The residents that usually go to church split this time. One didn’t and the other did.
After bingo I went to church. I ran into some old friends from the club and they are doing well. I was home after 12:30.
I couldn’t find my cell for a bit. When I did I had a number of missed calls. The only thing is I looked in my car already but didn’t find it.
The Woman’s Club Board meeting was cancelled because of the weather. So I decided to get ready for Dave’s party. That too had been cancelled a second time and if I had taken the time to listen to the entire message I would have known that.
Dave and I talked and we decided to get together anyway. It was nearly two by then. Once I got there we talked about the “curse of his parties”. It almost never fails to have bad weather in where it has to be cancelled or no one shows up.
We ended up having the eggs and the multi-layered taco dip, and dessert. We talked about his parties and something that is annoying me.
He told me that RT has told him that she can’t come to the house for awhile. It seems she is taking Lulu’s death pretty hard. MY thought is if she is fucking pissed at Dave then she should say that. He is telling me that she told him it wasn’t his fault that it could have been anything. If you really believed that yo ass would be there now.
Anyway he also told me that our Torrington friends lost power and was still not plowed out. Our friends in Woodbridge and in Orange weren’t going to come. Dave’s friend Jim was coming back later after spending time with his family because he had no heat or power at his house.
I was there until about 4. I had called Liz a second time to see if everyone was there. They were eating so I told them I was just leaving Dave’s.
Just as I was leaving one of Dave’s neighbors came up to me and asked me how Dave was doing. She asked me if Lulu passed away. I said yes and from there it snowballed. I told her honestly what happened and she was a little taken aback by it. She said asked me not to say anything like that to any of the other neighbors and we got to talking about being able to good friends the truth. She also said she understood I was coming from honesty. She was a little pissed at me and surprised that I would be that blunt. I almost told her to take her Boston terrier and go to hell. She basically made excuses for what he did. We made each other promise not to say anything and I am not sure I can trust this bitch.
I was at Liz’s after 4. I was only expecting Jr and his family there but that wasn’t the case. EVERYONE was there. Including Chris’s kids who both had birthday’s this month.
I was there for two hours. Liz was surprised and a little annoyed to find out that Mom had not gone to Boston. You should have invited her yourself. You didn’t tell me to tell her. When I left I ran into Andrea I told her I think I hurt Liz’s feelings. She said basically if I felt that then I need to talk to Liz and or not worry about it.
I told Mom what I felt and she said not to worry about it that it would be okay. Some how I am not getting that “would be okay” feeling.
Since I have been home split my time between watching TV and making calls, and being online.
Now I am going to bed…
After bingo I went to church. I ran into some old friends from the club and they are doing well. I was home after 12:30.
I couldn’t find my cell for a bit. When I did I had a number of missed calls. The only thing is I looked in my car already but didn’t find it.
The Woman’s Club Board meeting was cancelled because of the weather. So I decided to get ready for Dave’s party. That too had been cancelled a second time and if I had taken the time to listen to the entire message I would have known that.
Dave and I talked and we decided to get together anyway. It was nearly two by then. Once I got there we talked about the “curse of his parties”. It almost never fails to have bad weather in where it has to be cancelled or no one shows up.
We ended up having the eggs and the multi-layered taco dip, and dessert. We talked about his parties and something that is annoying me.
He told me that RT has told him that she can’t come to the house for awhile. It seems she is taking Lulu’s death pretty hard. MY thought is if she is fucking pissed at Dave then she should say that. He is telling me that she told him it wasn’t his fault that it could have been anything. If you really believed that yo ass would be there now.
Anyway he also told me that our Torrington friends lost power and was still not plowed out. Our friends in Woodbridge and in Orange weren’t going to come. Dave’s friend Jim was coming back later after spending time with his family because he had no heat or power at his house.
I was there until about 4. I had called Liz a second time to see if everyone was there. They were eating so I told them I was just leaving Dave’s.
Just as I was leaving one of Dave’s neighbors came up to me and asked me how Dave was doing. She asked me if Lulu passed away. I said yes and from there it snowballed. I told her honestly what happened and she was a little taken aback by it. She said asked me not to say anything like that to any of the other neighbors and we got to talking about being able to good friends the truth. She also said she understood I was coming from honesty. She was a little pissed at me and surprised that I would be that blunt. I almost told her to take her Boston terrier and go to hell. She basically made excuses for what he did. We made each other promise not to say anything and I am not sure I can trust this bitch.
I was at Liz’s after 4. I was only expecting Jr and his family there but that wasn’t the case. EVERYONE was there. Including Chris’s kids who both had birthday’s this month.
I was there for two hours. Liz was surprised and a little annoyed to find out that Mom had not gone to Boston. You should have invited her yourself. You didn’t tell me to tell her. When I left I ran into Andrea I told her I think I hurt Liz’s feelings. She said basically if I felt that then I need to talk to Liz and or not worry about it.
I told Mom what I felt and she said not to worry about it that it would be okay. Some how I am not getting that “would be okay” feeling.
Since I have been home split my time between watching TV and making calls, and being online.
Now I am going to bed…
Saturday, October 29, 2011
My class reunion
I have been up for about 30 minutes. I started my laundry early so I won’t have to worry about it later. I am thinking I will wear the outfit I had on for Adam and Olga’s reception. I probably will change my mind again later. Wanda G did say it was casual.
It is over cast and cold out right now but no snow or rain yet. I need to get ready for the canvassing at the headquarters. I will probably do that for about two hours and then come home and do more stuff for tonight.
According to Weather.com the storm has already started in the Mid-Atlantic States and is heading this way. I may check blogs to see if anyone is up this early writing about it.
I left the house around 9 and went to the bank and then headed to the headquarters. Ben and Rich were on a conference call with the printers about the latest mailing they needed changes on it. After a while Seny and I were given the route we would be covering and instructions and off we went.
We had the Naugatuck Avenue area. That included some streets off it that were dead end streets and very interesting to see. We covered a few streets when just around 11 it started to rain. We headed back to the headquarters and Alex and Justin were there. Justin had taken some high school girls around to canvas as well. They had just as much luck as we did. Some people were not home or they were just waking up.
I was back home by 12. I had lunch and watched TV. Mom was doing odds and ends around the house. I manage to fold clothes and put the others in the dryer going they had to be put through again.
It started snowing around 12:30. It’s been heavy flakes and of course sticking to most everything. Mom was thinking that the reunion was cancelled and I told her no that it was still planned for tonight.
Mom went shopping and got back by 2:15 or so. She maintained that the reunion would be cancelled. I was getting frustrated a little because apparently she didn’t hear me the first time I said it. I keep checking the Facebook page and it says the same thing.
Got a call from Dave this afternoon he cancelled his party for tonight and rescheduled it for tomorrow afternoon. I plan on going right before I go to Liz’s house to see baby Nelly.
I decided to take a nap for about an hour before getting ready for this event. A part of me is really nervous as I haven’t seen some of these people in years and the fact the event may be cancelled.
The nervousness about it being cancelled was laid to rest when Wanda posted a message confirming that it is still on.
I arrived there early even though it was still Sleeting. I was greeted by Amy O, Wanda G, and Carey G. Eventually more and more people came. The grand total came to 80 people. Some I remembered some I didn’t. We ate and took pictures and told stories of health and family. I left around 9 and it was snowing again.
I was home by 9:30 and told Mom about and posted on my Facebook page. I do know there were some pictures of me and we got a cd of the music of 1981.
I have a feeling there are still a lot of people there and Many of them were planning on getting together again soon.
I have been trying to find my yearbook but no luck. Maybe tomorrow…when I am more awake.
It is over cast and cold out right now but no snow or rain yet. I need to get ready for the canvassing at the headquarters. I will probably do that for about two hours and then come home and do more stuff for tonight.
According to Weather.com the storm has already started in the Mid-Atlantic States and is heading this way. I may check blogs to see if anyone is up this early writing about it.
I left the house around 9 and went to the bank and then headed to the headquarters. Ben and Rich were on a conference call with the printers about the latest mailing they needed changes on it. After a while Seny and I were given the route we would be covering and instructions and off we went.
We had the Naugatuck Avenue area. That included some streets off it that were dead end streets and very interesting to see. We covered a few streets when just around 11 it started to rain. We headed back to the headquarters and Alex and Justin were there. Justin had taken some high school girls around to canvas as well. They had just as much luck as we did. Some people were not home or they were just waking up.
I was back home by 12. I had lunch and watched TV. Mom was doing odds and ends around the house. I manage to fold clothes and put the others in the dryer going they had to be put through again.
It started snowing around 12:30. It’s been heavy flakes and of course sticking to most everything. Mom was thinking that the reunion was cancelled and I told her no that it was still planned for tonight.
Mom went shopping and got back by 2:15 or so. She maintained that the reunion would be cancelled. I was getting frustrated a little because apparently she didn’t hear me the first time I said it. I keep checking the Facebook page and it says the same thing.
Got a call from Dave this afternoon he cancelled his party for tonight and rescheduled it for tomorrow afternoon. I plan on going right before I go to Liz’s house to see baby Nelly.
I decided to take a nap for about an hour before getting ready for this event. A part of me is really nervous as I haven’t seen some of these people in years and the fact the event may be cancelled.
The nervousness about it being cancelled was laid to rest when Wanda posted a message confirming that it is still on.
I arrived there early even though it was still Sleeting. I was greeted by Amy O, Wanda G, and Carey G. Eventually more and more people came. The grand total came to 80 people. Some I remembered some I didn’t. We ate and took pictures and told stories of health and family. I left around 9 and it was snowing again.
I was home by 9:30 and told Mom about and posted on my Facebook page. I do know there were some pictures of me and we got a cd of the music of 1981.
I have a feeling there are still a lot of people there and Many of them were planning on getting together again soon.
I have been trying to find my yearbook but no luck. Maybe tomorrow…when I am more awake.
Friday, October 28, 2011
Plans may be changing
The weather I mentioned earlier maybe changing plans for tomorrow. Mom says it isn’t supposed to start until late in the afternoon evening (when my reunion is going on). Anyway Lorraine called and says that if the weather starts late in the day they may not go at all because she doesn’t want to drive in it on Sunday. At first she said they would still go in the morning since it wouldn’t start until late day.
I do know that if it is bad out in the morning then I am not going to help out at the canvassing. I will go to the reunion is a rain and shine.
If the weather is bad on Sunday I am not sure if I will get to the nursing home for bingo. Liz invited me to come and see Nelson 3 on Sunday afternoon around 4. That’s a definite. I am also not sure if the board meeting will still be on if it is bad either.
I had to laugh and reminded Mom that when “Aunt Ann came for a visit many years ago” both times we had storms and both times we lost power for a few days.
As I expected I received an insufficient funds notice in the mail today. It looks like it was the check for Adam and Olga. It was paid but I wonder do they get notified when things like this happen.
Okay it is now getting to be 10:30 and I have had my warm milk and I already fell asleep once this evening. I need to get to bed.
I do know that if it is bad out in the morning then I am not going to help out at the canvassing. I will go to the reunion is a rain and shine.
If the weather is bad on Sunday I am not sure if I will get to the nursing home for bingo. Liz invited me to come and see Nelson 3 on Sunday afternoon around 4. That’s a definite. I am also not sure if the board meeting will still be on if it is bad either.
I had to laugh and reminded Mom that when “Aunt Ann came for a visit many years ago” both times we had storms and both times we lost power for a few days.
As I expected I received an insufficient funds notice in the mail today. It looks like it was the check for Adam and Olga. It was paid but I wonder do they get notified when things like this happen.
Okay it is now getting to be 10:30 and I have had my warm milk and I already fell asleep once this evening. I need to get to bed.
We got weather coming
Well we got weather coming! Last night several people including MS indicated they got snow. This morning many of us found ice and frost on our cars. Happily I just walked to the bus stop. It was 32 degrees. This is what Milford can expect and New Haven can expect the same. I have two fleece pull over jackets and my slicker. I didn’t think it would be necessary to bring anything else. Wrong!
Tomorrow is going to be dicey as well. Snow in the morning and probably all day. Mom is going to be riding up with Lorraine and Ann to the Bat Mitzvah and I have the canvassing and the Class reunion.
Work is going fine. I started working on the readdress mail and then around 9 had breakfast. It was an omelet with ham and cheese (and home fries). I liked the bacon; home fries and the cheese just fine the ham not so much.
One of the insurance companies did a mass mailing and it came in via the lockbox. They were basically FYI stuff so I put out 20 for the team leaders and two teams. The rest was tossed.
LG decided to come to work today and she brought in gummy bears. For the most part we have kept distances from each other an occasional nod to each other.
We have chosen our location for our team party its going to be December 15, 2011 at Biagetti’s in West Haven. We are trying to coordinate a gift for GC. There have been some really excellent ideas so far.
I talked with Mom this morning. She was just doing some work around the house. She wasn’t feeling great-great.
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Damn I am brain dead
I really need to check accounts before writing out checks. I went to check my bank accounts and noticed one of the checking accounts was in arrears. It’s the one I usually use for my bills. I made some arrangements (and pray I don’t get anything from the bank in the next couple of days) so now its back in shape. I just have to replace the money into the savings later.
I really wish Debra would finish filling out the paper work so I can submit reimbursement to Aetna. I put up front and then get reimbursed. I will remind her the next time I see her. That’s supposed to be next Friday I think.
I did manage to pay Mom the shared expenses and its lower this time then in the past because I paid for the rooms this weekend. Unfortunately it took me three times to write out the check. My other bills will have to wait a little bit.
I managed to get the J7 bus home tonight (that takes me along part of the shoreline and closer to the house. That meant I was home before 5 and I didn’t have to walk as far. It was raining tonight.
Mom had a great time at with her friends the Knitwits. They went to Bellini’s Italian Cuisine & Pizza Restaurant she had veal parmesan. She had to take it home and guess who had it for dinner? That would be me.
In about an hour we will be leaving for the DTC meeting. Mom says she is going to give it a try. If she can’t do it then she will have me drive home after the meeting. Well if we are in an accident don’t think we will be getting to the meeting. She says she definitely can’t drive the highway at night. Anyway we will see.
NCIS is not on tonight. After the Burn Notice Marathon its going to be L&O SVU marathon. That’s probably because there is another NCIS marathon coming up soon. I think I am going to watch Tuesday’s episode again.
I will chat with you later.
I really wish Debra would finish filling out the paper work so I can submit reimbursement to Aetna. I put up front and then get reimbursed. I will remind her the next time I see her. That’s supposed to be next Friday I think.
I did manage to pay Mom the shared expenses and its lower this time then in the past because I paid for the rooms this weekend. Unfortunately it took me three times to write out the check. My other bills will have to wait a little bit.
I managed to get the J7 bus home tonight (that takes me along part of the shoreline and closer to the house. That meant I was home before 5 and I didn’t have to walk as far. It was raining tonight.
Mom had a great time at with her friends the Knitwits. They went to Bellini’s Italian Cuisine & Pizza Restaurant she had veal parmesan. She had to take it home and guess who had it for dinner? That would be me.
In about an hour we will be leaving for the DTC meeting. Mom says she is going to give it a try. If she can’t do it then she will have me drive home after the meeting. Well if we are in an accident don’t think we will be getting to the meeting. She says she definitely can’t drive the highway at night. Anyway we will see.
NCIS is not on tonight. After the Burn Notice Marathon its going to be L&O SVU marathon. That’s probably because there is another NCIS marathon coming up soon. I think I am going to watch Tuesday’s episode again.
I will chat with you later.
It was dark at 7 am!
It was still dark at 7 am this morning! I had woken up early and without the alarm this time. I didn’t do very much but started getting ready by quarter of six. I got ready for work and by the time I left Mom was up and I put out the rest of the garbage and recycle.
Mom had a Doctor’s appointment at 9 this morning. She was looking forward to it and was anxious to go to this to see what could be done about the weight loss. She is having lunch with the Knitwits in North Haven. She told me the name of the restaurant but I didn’t retain it.
The ride into work was fine. Sat and talked with Claire V about of all things the union when I mentioned LG wasn’t in yesterday. We shared our experiences over the years with the union and Yale.
I got to the office just about 8 or so. I got my coffee and then started on working on the lockbox from yesterday. I was finished with that by 10. I started working on today once Post office mail arrived. That volume seemed light to me. That’s okay because I still have tons of redirect mail to do and mail for the other floors to do.
It’s been fairly quiet here. LG is out once again. I ran into EV (a union steward) before lunch and talked with her about LG. IT may sound like I am being a traitor but if you have followed this blog you will understand. I told EV that something needs to be done about LG. I believe that she is abusing the FMLA to fit her needs. She refuses to bring in Doctor’s notes and now is calling in for every thing. She is not doing herself any good.
I finished the mail by 1 and waited for the Lobby mail to arrive and that’s usually by 2. I had a late lunch and worked on the postage/bad address tallies.
I talked with Liz for a moment. She was waiting on some calls from insurance companies and the doctor. Her leg continues to be painful. I will talk with her soon.
Tonight is the DTC I am hoping Mom will let me drive us there and back especially the rain at night. We will see….
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
It was clear I was still tired from the day’s events. Shortly after I got on the bus I closed my eyes and the next thing I knew we were at the senior housing complex where I get the bus. It was a great sleep. I was home by 5 and Mom was going to start dinner. She asked me if I was going to Headquarters tonight. It was volunteer night and they were going to have dinner. I couldn’t I was tired and wanted to go to bed early.
Mom cooked the lamb chops and vegetables while I watched TV and did some internet surfing. The same discussions were going on but that is for My NCIS World blogs.
Just as we sat down Diane came by for a visit. We talked about health, family, work, and future endeavors. She has a job coming up but for now she is not working. She did share some health issues with us but she says she isn’t sharing it on Facebook.
She did say that John is going to Afghanistan in February. Mom apparently already knew that. She wasn’t excited about it. But what can we do. Apparently he got a promotion to E6. After a while Diane had to leave for dinner with her parents.
The rest of the night has been quiet. Mom and I are watching TV and I think I am going to bed now.
Mom cooked the lamb chops and vegetables while I watched TV and did some internet surfing. The same discussions were going on but that is for My NCIS World blogs.
Just as we sat down Diane came by for a visit. We talked about health, family, work, and future endeavors. She has a job coming up but for now she is not working. She did share some health issues with us but she says she isn’t sharing it on Facebook.
She did say that John is going to Afghanistan in February. Mom apparently already knew that. She wasn’t excited about it. But what can we do. Apparently he got a promotion to E6. After a while Diane had to leave for dinner with her parents.
The rest of the night has been quiet. Mom and I are watching TV and I think I am going to bed now.
Pink is the word
Today is pink day. You wear something pink in commemoration of Breast Cancer Awareness for those who have breast cancer, who survived breast cancer, and who may have lost to breast cancer. Many people remembered to wear it and some forgot.
If we contribute $25 by tomorrow to United Way we can have three separate dress down days. IF we contribute $10 we get to dress down I think in December. I may have covered this in the last couple of days.
I hadn’t been here long when JB from Finance wanted to know how I was doing with the lockbox tracking. She reiterated what she needed and I found out I have been doing it all wrong. She wanted just those documents with “PO BOX XXXXXX” and no department name or number on. So we are starting from the batch she brought me today. I am still working with yesterday’s lockbox!!!!
The Boss is so pissed. LG is out again today. This would be day too. Unfortunately this could be under the intermittent medical leave. The union is supporting LG. Right now GC is not happy with the union or LG.
I got a voice mail message a little after 7 am this morning on my office phone. It was from a classmate of mine. He wanted to know the cost of it. I told him I would check it out and call him back. I am going to have to call him later.
I had a hard time going to sleep last night despite the fact I had warm milk before going to bed last night. It also didn’t help that I went on line and read a lot of stupid stuff and I also read some really positive stuff too.
Mom decided to not attend the early morning meeting at Bridges. She wanted to be up at 6:15 but instead went back to bed. When I talked with her at 10 she didn’t sound very peppy to me. I asked and she said she was fine. I don’t know what else she has planned but I hope she enjoys it.
I brought my lunch in for today. It was the left over chicken from Monday. For Breakfast I had hard roll with butter with coffee and I tried the Vita Cocoanut water and it sucked.
Got email from JoAnne in Canada it was actually to the pen pal group I moderate and she said Yahoo has been closing her groups. I have a feeling it has to do with inactivity. I usually have something posting up from the calendar in mine.
I need to finish this mail before I leave today so I am going to go. Have a great afternoon….
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Well a great night
I left the office just about 4. I missed the 4:00 bus but I waited for the next one. While waiting called Mom and asked her if we needed anything. We talked about dinner and lunch.
The ride home was fairly uneventful. One passenger lost his pass so someone was helping him out. I do have to admit I thought I misplaced my thumb drive happily I didn’t. It is currently staring at me on my desk.
The sun was shining and it was a nice breeze. The Dalmatians were outside and came to greet me. Simon’s pads weren’t bothering him. The mailman laughed when I told him they were my fan club.
Mom was upstairs on the computer updating her address book. We did a search for emails. She deleted Jim’s in error and we have emails out to Jamie to see if he has it. I haven’t heard from him yet.
We had cube steaks for dinner. They were tender and delicious. For dessert we had baked apples with cran-raisins.
I managed to get a couple of loads of laundry done. I have two more but I can do those tomorrow. I really don’t want to have to do them during the weekend.
Wanda G sent out a Reunion Update through Facebook. I definitely put in my RSVP. It’s casual dress. I would go in my jeans (I might still since it’s technically a bar) but I will see as the time gets closer.
I watched NCIS…it was cute and entertaining…Never saw Cheryl Ladd do Psycho before (but kind of knew of it).
Well I am going to do a few more things and then hit the sack.
The ride home was fairly uneventful. One passenger lost his pass so someone was helping him out. I do have to admit I thought I misplaced my thumb drive happily I didn’t. It is currently staring at me on my desk.
The sun was shining and it was a nice breeze. The Dalmatians were outside and came to greet me. Simon’s pads weren’t bothering him. The mailman laughed when I told him they were my fan club.
Mom was upstairs on the computer updating her address book. We did a search for emails. She deleted Jim’s in error and we have emails out to Jamie to see if he has it. I haven’t heard from him yet.
We had cube steaks for dinner. They were tender and delicious. For dessert we had baked apples with cran-raisins.
I managed to get a couple of loads of laundry done. I have two more but I can do those tomorrow. I really don’t want to have to do them during the weekend.
Wanda G sent out a Reunion Update through Facebook. I definitely put in my RSVP. It’s casual dress. I would go in my jeans (I might still since it’s technically a bar) but I will see as the time gets closer.
I watched NCIS…it was cute and entertaining…Never saw Cheryl Ladd do Psycho before (but kind of knew of it).
Well I am going to do a few more things and then hit the sack.
A beautiful Sunrise
IT was a beautiful and chilly morning this morning. It was Red sky and the clouds and the sun coming up over the horizon. Sigh! I really do love where we live.
I stopped at Krausers and got some coffee and junk food. I had two of the three things I got. I let Cami take the chocolate zingers and the rest were up to whoever wanted the stuff.
JN came back to work after being out for two weeks. She had Bell Palsy. She says she is feeling much better but it was quite unsettling for her (aka scary).
We had our bi-monthly staff meeting. We talked about holidays and the work etc. Cash Posters now have daily stats…Gayle is not worried.
I didn’t feel like having lunch stomach was a little queasy. Nothing on Paula’s really interested me either. My knee started bothering me and I finally got some acete..whatever the word is in me. I am not sure why the knee is acting up.
Oh maybe I do know! There are predictions of snow flurries and temperatures drop in the forecast for the next couple of days or so. That happens with the knee.
Talked with Mom this morning she was paying bills and she asked me how much I spend for lunches and I told her and she was sort of hinting I should bring my lunch. She is right but I just don’t feel like making it at night nor do I have time in the morning to put it together.
She told me she called the furnace guy but that’s it. She didn’t tell me when they are coming though. I hope its soon. The smell of oil is gross.
Well I have about an hour left before going home so I better close out. I hope your afternoon is going well….
Monday, October 24, 2011
Wow didn't realize I would be this tired
I have been home nearly two hours now and I can’t believe how tired I am. I was able to finish the postage tallies for today. I got part of the lobby mail done and got to Debra’s office with no problem.
The session went by fast too. We talked about the past weekend; my evening with Dave and of course High School. I have noticed as time goes on there are some memories of that time that have holes in it. Like for example where was Dad at that time? Was he working still with the railroad (yes of course he was). I had talked about Tim G (my first HS love) and what being a Police explorer was like.
When the session was over we scheduled the next session which could be next Friday (first Friday in November or the Wednesday before that).
The walk back to the car got a little dicey. I started feeling sick and getting the runs. It didn’t go away and it was a real pain in the butt (sorry for the pun).
The ride home seemed long but I did manage to see the most beautiful sunset at 6. The sky was all orange and it took what little breath I had away.
The minute I got home I jumped into the bathtub. I got cleaned up and now it has passed for the most part but it was really embarrassing.
Mom made baked chicken in panko breading and marinated in salad dressing. It was delicious. She also had potatoes and stuffing. It was really good. For dessert she had baked apples with cran-raisins.
A few more people have responded to receiving the minutes from last week’s district meeting. We have twenty one people and about ten have replied. This is pretty much the case for the meetings too.
I was quite surprise to received a letter from Calvary Hospital. That’s the hospital that I guess supports PBS all the time. The one that has a family member says “My father got his final dignity at Calvary Hospital.” Then Frank Calamari would speak on behalf of the hospital. Every time that man would speak I would wonder how he survived growing up with the name he had. I don’ think I can contribute right now especially with finances the way they are.
Well one of the pen pal groups I moderate welcomed back a former member. The girl dropped out back in September. I don’t remember why but if she keeps dropping out I am putting a stop to it.
Okay I better get to bed. I am really getting tired now. Have a great night.
The session went by fast too. We talked about the past weekend; my evening with Dave and of course High School. I have noticed as time goes on there are some memories of that time that have holes in it. Like for example where was Dad at that time? Was he working still with the railroad (yes of course he was). I had talked about Tim G (my first HS love) and what being a Police explorer was like.
When the session was over we scheduled the next session which could be next Friday (first Friday in November or the Wednesday before that).
The walk back to the car got a little dicey. I started feeling sick and getting the runs. It didn’t go away and it was a real pain in the butt (sorry for the pun).
The ride home seemed long but I did manage to see the most beautiful sunset at 6. The sky was all orange and it took what little breath I had away.
The minute I got home I jumped into the bathtub. I got cleaned up and now it has passed for the most part but it was really embarrassing.
Mom made baked chicken in panko breading and marinated in salad dressing. It was delicious. She also had potatoes and stuffing. It was really good. For dessert she had baked apples with cran-raisins.
A few more people have responded to receiving the minutes from last week’s district meeting. We have twenty one people and about ten have replied. This is pretty much the case for the meetings too.
I was quite surprise to received a letter from Calvary Hospital. That’s the hospital that I guess supports PBS all the time. The one that has a family member says “My father got his final dignity at Calvary Hospital.” Then Frank Calamari would speak on behalf of the hospital. Every time that man would speak I would wonder how he survived growing up with the name he had. I don’ think I can contribute right now especially with finances the way they are.
Well one of the pen pal groups I moderate welcomed back a former member. The girl dropped out back in September. I don’t remember why but if she keeps dropping out I am putting a stop to it.
Okay I better get to bed. I am really getting tired now. Have a great night.
Happy Monday to you
Well I am at work and doing the lockbox. It’s heavy as usual. Not sure it’s because of month end or what. I know it’s near the end of the month so this week and next will be somewhat stressful.
I had an awful dream that my thumb drive that I left at work was totally destroyed and I was given a new one. Happily that isn’t the case. It was still on the table where I left it.
I sent a quick email to Cheryl. It was a complement for her beautiful dress as well as an apology for leaving early Saturday. She was very understanding.
I talked with Mom this morning she was feeling better than yesterday and slept through the night. She had PT today and I don’t think anything else. I had to remind her about calling the repairman for the furnace. We have smelled oil since it went on. Mom says it started back in the spring but because of the health crisis she totally forgot about it.
Work is going okay. Several of my team mates are out and some came in late. The Post office mail came around 11 and the volume like I said is normal for this time of day. I am hoping I can finish it by the time I leave for Debra’s. I know I won’t be able to finish lockbox until tomorrow.
Gayle is going to get a group of us to go to Black stallion club in North Branford and listen to her group… its going to be a Christmas thing in December.
Took a look outside and it is indeed overcast. Some even said it was chilly. I may have to pull out the heavy coat.
Sunday, October 23, 2011
A long night
It is going to be a long night. I spent most of the afternoon watching TV or posting blog entries for the other blogs as well as visiting my forums.
I talked with cousin DB who returned to NC earlier this month. We talked about the weather (and the foliage) and about festivals and fairs and which ones she liked the most. She also told me what her holiday plans are for the next few months. We can expect her back up in February of 2012.
Mom got up from her nap around 3. She got into her pajamas and had some tea and read the paper. She eventually had some toast and now is watching TV. We had a call from Jim and so she spent about an hour or so talking with him.
It would seem that everyone is doing fine. Jamie became the top seller in his scout troop for the recent pop corn fundraiser. Both of his parents brought him to their respective places of work and shop and got $200 sales. Go family! The girls are fine. Jim is working with the livery/cab company.
Ah I see Blogger seems to be acting up again. The whole you have signed in but next blog you go to you can’t comment because you have to sign in—again. This can be annoying.
Actually I am rethinking the whole “long night”. I took some warm milk and I am feeling rather sleepy. Maybe it won’t be so bad. Yeah it won’t be so bad.
Uh…just took a look around my room. I have got stuff on the floor again. Some clothes and some papers strewn all on the floor I knew it would be only a matter of time before it got that way. Sigh. Just too lazy to do anything about it tonight.
I talked with cousin DB who returned to NC earlier this month. We talked about the weather (and the foliage) and about festivals and fairs and which ones she liked the most. She also told me what her holiday plans are for the next few months. We can expect her back up in February of 2012.
Mom got up from her nap around 3. She got into her pajamas and had some tea and read the paper. She eventually had some toast and now is watching TV. We had a call from Jim and so she spent about an hour or so talking with him.
It would seem that everyone is doing fine. Jamie became the top seller in his scout troop for the recent pop corn fundraiser. Both of his parents brought him to their respective places of work and shop and got $200 sales. Go family! The girls are fine. Jim is working with the livery/cab company.
Ah I see Blogger seems to be acting up again. The whole you have signed in but next blog you go to you can’t comment because you have to sign in—again. This can be annoying.
Actually I am rethinking the whole “long night”. I took some warm milk and I am feeling rather sleepy. Maybe it won’t be so bad. Yeah it won’t be so bad.
Uh…just took a look around my room. I have got stuff on the floor again. Some clothes and some papers strewn all on the floor I knew it would be only a matter of time before it got that way. Sigh. Just too lazy to do anything about it tonight.
We are home
We got home from Glastonbury a few hours ago. Mom has been lying down since we got home. She ended up getting sick this morning around 3.
We got to the hotel around 3:30 yesterday and relaxed for a few hours. We both needed as I was suffering from a headache that ended up as a migraine. Liz and Nelson arrived at the hotel by 4:30 or so. They needed to be at the country club by 6.
As the time approached we got up and showered and dressed. I thought my headache was contained but by the time we got there it wasn’t. Part of the reason is getting there took much longer then the directions said. It was at the Glastonbury Hills Country Club in South Glastonbury. It was dark and windy roads. Of course we were freaking late!
We were greeted by our family members all asking how Mom was. There was music and appetizers (I can’t spell the Horsy douver word right). I had one (big mistake). Then the festivities began.
We were seated with the Cheryl and Mike and Grandma Maratea, and Cheryl’s’ friends the Liebler family. Another couple that worked with Liz (or the husband did). As the bridal party was introduced Mom nearly stumbled and luckily Brian caught her. (And you wonder why I had a headache? I gritted my teeth a lot before the day was through).
As we were being given more appetizers I made a quick dash to the ladies room. I was in there for a short time. I guess the Rite Aid Tylenol didn’t kick in enough. I came back sweating and chilled. Even Grandma Maratea made a comment.
There was a welcome speech made by Adam and a blessing for the meal both in English and Polish. It was lovely. I couldn’t eat my dinner so around 8 I asked Rich and Chris to take us back to the hotel. I knew I couldn’t drive and there was no way in hell or heaven Mom could drive.
When I said goodbye to Liz and the Marateas’ (at least I hope I did) I couldn’t help feel as though I annoyed the crap out of them for leaving early. I know I was feeling guilty for taking both Chris and Rich away. They reassured me that it’s no big deal. I promised Liz that I would have the migraines looked into when I saw the Lupus Doctor next month.
We were back at the hotel after 8:30 and both of us headed to bed. Mom watched TV for a while.
I must have slept for a little while but I could hear the TV (it wasn’t that far from the bed). I know I woke a few times during the night. The final time was just about the time Mom got up and got sick. She had been coughing through out the night. When she had taken a mint it went down the wrong way I was afraid she was choking.
The next time we got up was nearly 9 am. Mom didn’t really want to get up but acquiesced so that we could be on the road soon. Neither of us was hungry so we showered and dressed. Mom got sick a couple more times before coming out of the bathroom.
Liz called from the lobby to see how I was feeling. Mom and I thought they would be on their way to the family baptism in Waterbury by then but no. I told her Mom had gotten sick. When she heard this she offered to take us home. We both said no. Mom said she could drive (and she did well too). We hung up and went on our way.
As I said the drive was very nice. The foliage was much nicer then around here. The drive also seemed a lot shorter then going up. I did tell Mom it wasn’t that bad going up either. It was only a matter of time before we hit New Haven.
Like I said Mom weren’t home long before she decided to lie down. I have been watching the NCIS Doubleheader Marathon (well on and off). I had the dinner I didn’t eat last night. I had a little ice cream too. I had some tea. Now I have a ginger ale near by.
Liz called on their way home from the baptism party. She wanted to see how we were feeling. I told her I was fine and Mom is sleeping still. I told her that Mom did well going home. She still thought it was far too long for her to do it. Not my call of course.
I know I probably have things I could do such as the laundry that is piling up in my closet. However, I don’t feel like it. I still have enough clothes for work. I just feel like being lazy for now.
This week will see a couple of meetings and my 30th High School Class Reunion on Saturday. Mom will be in Boston for a Bat Mitzvah for our friend’s daughter. Aunt Ann will come up from NJ and they will ride together.
Next Sunday will be the Woman’s Club Board Meeting and we have some serious issues to work on. The trouble maker is still causing problems. Apparently she sent a letter with her daughter to the last meeting. Telka refused to let the girl in (and rightfully so). I really want that woman to be gone (Trouble maker).
Well I think I am going to take a nap too. I will see you later…
How was your Sunday?
We got to the hotel around 3:30 yesterday and relaxed for a few hours. We both needed as I was suffering from a headache that ended up as a migraine. Liz and Nelson arrived at the hotel by 4:30 or so. They needed to be at the country club by 6.
As the time approached we got up and showered and dressed. I thought my headache was contained but by the time we got there it wasn’t. Part of the reason is getting there took much longer then the directions said. It was at the Glastonbury Hills Country Club in South Glastonbury. It was dark and windy roads. Of course we were freaking late!
We were greeted by our family members all asking how Mom was. There was music and appetizers (I can’t spell the Horsy douver word right). I had one (big mistake). Then the festivities began.
We were seated with the Cheryl and Mike and Grandma Maratea, and Cheryl’s’ friends the Liebler family. Another couple that worked with Liz (or the husband did). As the bridal party was introduced Mom nearly stumbled and luckily Brian caught her. (And you wonder why I had a headache? I gritted my teeth a lot before the day was through).
As we were being given more appetizers I made a quick dash to the ladies room. I was in there for a short time. I guess the Rite Aid Tylenol didn’t kick in enough. I came back sweating and chilled. Even Grandma Maratea made a comment.
There was a welcome speech made by Adam and a blessing for the meal both in English and Polish. It was lovely. I couldn’t eat my dinner so around 8 I asked Rich and Chris to take us back to the hotel. I knew I couldn’t drive and there was no way in hell or heaven Mom could drive.
When I said goodbye to Liz and the Marateas’ (at least I hope I did) I couldn’t help feel as though I annoyed the crap out of them for leaving early. I know I was feeling guilty for taking both Chris and Rich away. They reassured me that it’s no big deal. I promised Liz that I would have the migraines looked into when I saw the Lupus Doctor next month.
We were back at the hotel after 8:30 and both of us headed to bed. Mom watched TV for a while.
I must have slept for a little while but I could hear the TV (it wasn’t that far from the bed). I know I woke a few times during the night. The final time was just about the time Mom got up and got sick. She had been coughing through out the night. When she had taken a mint it went down the wrong way I was afraid she was choking.
The next time we got up was nearly 9 am. Mom didn’t really want to get up but acquiesced so that we could be on the road soon. Neither of us was hungry so we showered and dressed. Mom got sick a couple more times before coming out of the bathroom.
Liz called from the lobby to see how I was feeling. Mom and I thought they would be on their way to the family baptism in Waterbury by then but no. I told her Mom had gotten sick. When she heard this she offered to take us home. We both said no. Mom said she could drive (and she did well too). We hung up and went on our way.
As I said the drive was very nice. The foliage was much nicer then around here. The drive also seemed a lot shorter then going up. I did tell Mom it wasn’t that bad going up either. It was only a matter of time before we hit New Haven.
Like I said Mom weren’t home long before she decided to lie down. I have been watching the NCIS Doubleheader Marathon (well on and off). I had the dinner I didn’t eat last night. I had a little ice cream too. I had some tea. Now I have a ginger ale near by.
Liz called on their way home from the baptism party. She wanted to see how we were feeling. I told her I was fine and Mom is sleeping still. I told her that Mom did well going home. She still thought it was far too long for her to do it. Not my call of course.
I know I probably have things I could do such as the laundry that is piling up in my closet. However, I don’t feel like it. I still have enough clothes for work. I just feel like being lazy for now.
This week will see a couple of meetings and my 30th High School Class Reunion on Saturday. Mom will be in Boston for a Bat Mitzvah for our friend’s daughter. Aunt Ann will come up from NJ and they will ride together.
Next Sunday will be the Woman’s Club Board Meeting and we have some serious issues to work on. The trouble maker is still causing problems. Apparently she sent a letter with her daughter to the last meeting. Telka refused to let the girl in (and rightfully so). I really want that woman to be gone (Trouble maker).
Well I think I am going to take a nap too. I will see you later…
How was your Sunday?
Saturday, October 22, 2011
The Celebration
In about eleven hours we will be celebrating the marriage of Olga and Adam. We will be leaving around two to get to the hotel by check in and then relax for an hour or so before the event. I have no idea how far the hotel is from the reception. I have no idea what the hotel looks like and I am hoping it will be nice. I still have to get a wedding card for them for the gift. It will be a monetary gift.
I just discovered I left my thumb drive at work. I hope it is still where I left it. I think it is on the second table where I had the tote bag. I can’t worry about it now.
For now though until we leave it will be getting ready. I have for the most part packed an overnight bag and then do a few things. When we get home tomorrow I will finish any laundry not done.
Okay got to have breakfast…see you later.
I just discovered I left my thumb drive at work. I hope it is still where I left it. I think it is on the second table where I had the tote bag. I can’t worry about it now.
For now though until we leave it will be getting ready. I have for the most part packed an overnight bag and then do a few things. When we get home tomorrow I will finish any laundry not done.
Okay got to have breakfast…see you later.
Friday, October 21, 2011
I over slept this morning
I had to drive into work this morning because I over slept. I had a dream of sorts and it got really agitating for me. I was going on a trip and perhaps on a cruise and I was going through these doors and kept getting lost. I couldn’t find my passport. I woke up around 4:30 and looking for my passport and then fell back to sleep until 6:40. So I was running around but managed to get out after 7:15.
Since I have been here worked on the postage tallies for the 17th. Did the mail and happily was finished with that fairly early and managed to get the party I dread most (the lobby mail) done too. I spent the afternoon working on the readdress mail
We had some technical issues with the printer/copier yesterday and it literally crapped out on everyone. The tech guy came and worked on it a little but said it needed parts and he would come back today and finish it. True to his word he did. AC was trying to keep him here so that if the machine craps out again he would be there. He was very funny.
Our United Way campaign started this week or last week…anyway we were given an incentive for the fundraisers. If we contribute $25 to the Fund by the next Thursday we can wear jeans the 28th, November 23rd and December 9th. If we contribute $10 by December 15 we can wear jeans on the 16th. That happens to be our department wide holiday breakfast.
I talked with Mom this morning. She got sick during the night. She was taking it easy for the most part and I don’t think she had many appointments today.
I talked with Liz today. Her leg continues to give her problems. The MD says it might be joint related and not muscle related. Liz gets angry with it and is scared because it caused her a lot of grief during the vacation in CA. We also discussed Mom and the driving situation to the party tomorrow. Liz and Nelson have a baptism/christening to attend on Sunday so they will be heading out early to Waterbury. She is going to see Audrey and Jason today and then relax for the rest of the day.
Tonight I am going to get laundry done and make sure that my party clothes are ready for tomorrow. I don’t’ want to make any last minute changes.
I am hoping I will get to watch last Tuesday’s episode of NCIS again. I wasn’t overtly happy with it and I was tired to boot.
I do want to work on the minutes and the updated phone list and transfer to my other email account. We will see how I feel tonight. I am feeling a little wonky today.
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Just finishing up for the Night
We had our DTC 4th District meeting tonight and it ended at 9. I have been trying to update the phone tree and my email list on my outlook. During the meeting I found out some of the members didn’t get the reminder two weeks ago. I know I sent it. However, we were brainstorming on better communications. In the future will send out to reminders and when I send out the reminders make sure they get the sender receipt message so I know if they got the reminders or not. We had only five members and one guest who is a potential member for the committee.
Usually anyone who wants to join the town committee needs to attend the committee meetings and gets voted on the committee and then automatically becomes a member of the town committee. There are currently 24 members on the 4th District. I think it is pretty much the same in the other five districts as well.
This meeting basically discussed the preparations and activities for the municipal election in November. After the election (one Mom and I will have to miss) will be post election activities and plans for the next election. I believe the next one will be state and federal candidates. That will be also discussing the various boards and committees activities.
In the past it would take me at least three or four days to write up the minutes. I have to have them done in time for the Town Committee meeting and submitted to the Town Committee Secretary to be put in record for the State party. If any of you are involved with your political parties in your towns and cities I am sure you know what I am saying. Anyway I have been trying to get the minutes out in a more timely fashion. That’s not always the case. I never did write up the minutes from August. September’s meeting was cancelled.
I am feeling a little less stressed about the volume of mail. I managed to get the daily mail done and caught up. I am working on the postage tallies, and the readdress should be worked on now. That doesn’t mean I will have it all cleared up soon but it’s a work in progress. I just have to remember to check the lobby mail daily no matter how much I don’t want to or think I don’t have time.
WE had an open forum with the union today to be more informed on FMLA and Worker’s Comp issues. I learned something new today. I think it’s important that I even save that info in my journal files as well as my Yale files. As you might remember LG was approved for Intermittent Medical leave and some of us thought she was abusing it. It looks like she isn’t. The other issues are still a problem.
The Weight Watchers @ work session has been cancelled again (curses). The reason is not enough interested. I thought we had twenty but then found out we didn’t. I told Mom I just may have to go to the WW center and sign up there.
The weather was absolutely beautiful today. When I walked out the door this morning I was surprised to find it so warm. The sun didn’t come out until I was half way to the office and it was a nice breeze. Temperatures were in the 70’s at one point. The Temperatures right now is 57 degrees and a little windy. I am not sure what tomorrow will be like. It won’t matter much because we will be working!
Okay well it is evident I will not be working on the minutes or getting any more done on the phone tree so I am going to bed.
Usually anyone who wants to join the town committee needs to attend the committee meetings and gets voted on the committee and then automatically becomes a member of the town committee. There are currently 24 members on the 4th District. I think it is pretty much the same in the other five districts as well.
This meeting basically discussed the preparations and activities for the municipal election in November. After the election (one Mom and I will have to miss) will be post election activities and plans for the next election. I believe the next one will be state and federal candidates. That will be also discussing the various boards and committees activities.
In the past it would take me at least three or four days to write up the minutes. I have to have them done in time for the Town Committee meeting and submitted to the Town Committee Secretary to be put in record for the State party. If any of you are involved with your political parties in your towns and cities I am sure you know what I am saying. Anyway I have been trying to get the minutes out in a more timely fashion. That’s not always the case. I never did write up the minutes from August. September’s meeting was cancelled.
I am feeling a little less stressed about the volume of mail. I managed to get the daily mail done and caught up. I am working on the postage tallies, and the readdress should be worked on now. That doesn’t mean I will have it all cleared up soon but it’s a work in progress. I just have to remember to check the lobby mail daily no matter how much I don’t want to or think I don’t have time.
WE had an open forum with the union today to be more informed on FMLA and Worker’s Comp issues. I learned something new today. I think it’s important that I even save that info in my journal files as well as my Yale files. As you might remember LG was approved for Intermittent Medical leave and some of us thought she was abusing it. It looks like she isn’t. The other issues are still a problem.
The Weight Watchers @ work session has been cancelled again (curses). The reason is not enough interested. I thought we had twenty but then found out we didn’t. I told Mom I just may have to go to the WW center and sign up there.
The weather was absolutely beautiful today. When I walked out the door this morning I was surprised to find it so warm. The sun didn’t come out until I was half way to the office and it was a nice breeze. Temperatures were in the 70’s at one point. The Temperatures right now is 57 degrees and a little windy. I am not sure what tomorrow will be like. It won’t matter much because we will be working!
Okay well it is evident I will not be working on the minutes or getting any more done on the phone tree so I am going to bed.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Long Day
It’s been another long day. I spent most of the day worrying about the possible fall out from my incident with Claire D last night. I told several people the story. Some bristled that I would even hang up on the woman. Some agreed that she should not have called and they soothed my worries with not to worry. I didn’t even call home until late in the day.
I spent most of the day working on yesterday’s lockbox and I did get most of today’s mail done. At the same time still didn’t go for the lobby mail. I am hoping I can do it in the morning. I have had one person ask me (at the same time telling she really didn’t care about it-to me that’s BS because she just ends up “informing” on people. My anxiety level heightened just a little as the bin of “readdress mail” seems to be getting bigger.
We had a birthday breakfast for Gina W today. We had it from Corner Deli in the city. WE had eggs, toast, two kinds of bacon, Turkey sausage patties and pancakes. Around 2 we had cake and it was delicious. When has it ever NOT been delicious?
I talked with Nelson today. I had just missed Liz who had a doctors’ appointment. I was telling him that Mom will be driving us up to the celebration on Saturday. He was hesitant and didn’t think it was a good idea but said to be ready to be driving. I told him it will be okay. He also said that we should be prepared to see all of her old ways of being able to do every thing reduced.
I had my dentist appointment today. It was a cleaning and exam. It took longer than I had planned. I had to have some x-rays too. There are two fillings in my future and a possible implant also. The Dentist says he wants the Root Canal specialist to look at it and see if it is needed or not. My next appointment is in November. I didn’t leave there until after 6:30. Mom called me to find out where I was. By that time I was probably two miles from home.
We had dinner of left over pot roast, home made tomato soup and vegetables. The soup was great. The pot roast not so much. The meal was topped off with home made apple sauce.
After dinner I watched TV and put the garbage out. The rain has stopped for now but I don’t know for how long.
In the mean time I think I am hitting the sack.
I spent most of the day working on yesterday’s lockbox and I did get most of today’s mail done. At the same time still didn’t go for the lobby mail. I am hoping I can do it in the morning. I have had one person ask me (at the same time telling she really didn’t care about it-to me that’s BS because she just ends up “informing” on people. My anxiety level heightened just a little as the bin of “readdress mail” seems to be getting bigger.
We had a birthday breakfast for Gina W today. We had it from Corner Deli in the city. WE had eggs, toast, two kinds of bacon, Turkey sausage patties and pancakes. Around 2 we had cake and it was delicious. When has it ever NOT been delicious?
I talked with Nelson today. I had just missed Liz who had a doctors’ appointment. I was telling him that Mom will be driving us up to the celebration on Saturday. He was hesitant and didn’t think it was a good idea but said to be ready to be driving. I told him it will be okay. He also said that we should be prepared to see all of her old ways of being able to do every thing reduced.
I had my dentist appointment today. It was a cleaning and exam. It took longer than I had planned. I had to have some x-rays too. There are two fillings in my future and a possible implant also. The Dentist says he wants the Root Canal specialist to look at it and see if it is needed or not. My next appointment is in November. I didn’t leave there until after 6:30. Mom called me to find out where I was. By that time I was probably two miles from home.
We had dinner of left over pot roast, home made tomato soup and vegetables. The soup was great. The pot roast not so much. The meal was topped off with home made apple sauce.
After dinner I watched TV and put the garbage out. The rain has stopped for now but I don’t know for how long.
In the mean time I think I am hitting the sack.
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
I can't believe some people
Claire D calls tonight around 8:30 or so and wanted to talk to Mom. Their literary club friend lost their husband and Claire couldn’t access the article on her computer. I explained to her that yes we got the email. That Mom is in bed and I would have her call her tomorrow. Do you know that bitch says “oh don’t do that and I thought we were better friends then that!”. Excuse me? I got annoyed and told her off. I told her again that Mom isn’t feeling well and I was tired and didn’t appreciate that comment! She can find it herself. She called back again and said I just wanted to apologize I didn’t mean to offend you. Well you did. I am not going to interrupt my TV watching just to go find something on my mother’s computer. I don’t have to. It can be done tomorrow. All I know is that bitch better not come into this house because I will lose it. I have never liked her and she is really obnoxious.
I can hardly wait to see what happens. I am sure I am going to be read the riot act. I don’t have to fucking find something for her. When someone tells you I will have “so and so” call you in the morning then accept it. I don’t want to go find something because you choose now to call. Mom did save it on her desk top (I really wish should wouldn’t do that) so it wouldn’t have been really hard to find it but I didn’t feel like doing it and that’s it.
Crap who am I kidding? I am in such deep shit.
I can hardly wait to see what happens. I am sure I am going to be read the riot act. I don’t have to fucking find something for her. When someone tells you I will have “so and so” call you in the morning then accept it. I don’t want to go find something because you choose now to call. Mom did save it on her desk top (I really wish should wouldn’t do that) so it wouldn’t have been really hard to find it but I didn’t feel like doing it and that’s it.
Crap who am I kidding? I am in such deep shit.
We are supposed to get bad weather
The weather is quiet right now. Its dusk now and no wind or anything but later on after midnight and closer to daybreak we are supposed to get light rain turning into heavy rains. There are no flood alerts or anything like that for the area but the weatherman said that could change. I am glad I am driving to work tomorrow.
I am still playing catch up with the daily mail. I finished yesterday’s by 3 and started working on this morning’s lockbox by then as well. Most of it was a mass mailing. I gave one to reimbursement department and the rest of them were tossed as Gayle had told me the changes insurance company was telling us was already known. I still have to check the lobby mail. I am hoping that once that is done and the postage/bad address tallies are done I can work the readdress mail.
WE got word that the next session of the WW @work program will start with an informational meeting this Friday and will go for seventeen weeks. That means through three holidays. This should be good.
Tomorrow we are having a birthday breakfast for Gina W. It sounds like it was a last minute deal (those always work well). We all contributed $5. Its probably going to be eggs, bacon, pancakes and cake later.
Mom spent most of today taking it easy. I called a couple of times the first time she was still sleeping and the second time she was just getting dress for the day (that was Noon time). When I got home tonight she was watching the food channel. I knew she didn’t even go out this afternoon because the car was right were it was last night. She is in her pajamas now and has had dinner keeping an eye on her stomach.
I got my car registration today. It is due in December. I think I can do it online but don’t really want to. Its going to be $90 this year. I won’t be getting a sticker for some reason..Yea….
The reason I am driving into work tomorrow is because of a dentist appointment. Its at five and I should be back home by 6.
I am so tired right now that I am afraid I will fall asleep during NCIS. I may have to just watch that show and then go straight to bed.
I am still playing catch up with the daily mail. I finished yesterday’s by 3 and started working on this morning’s lockbox by then as well. Most of it was a mass mailing. I gave one to reimbursement department and the rest of them were tossed as Gayle had told me the changes insurance company was telling us was already known. I still have to check the lobby mail. I am hoping that once that is done and the postage/bad address tallies are done I can work the readdress mail.
WE got word that the next session of the WW @work program will start with an informational meeting this Friday and will go for seventeen weeks. That means through three holidays. This should be good.
Tomorrow we are having a birthday breakfast for Gina W. It sounds like it was a last minute deal (those always work well). We all contributed $5. Its probably going to be eggs, bacon, pancakes and cake later.
Mom spent most of today taking it easy. I called a couple of times the first time she was still sleeping and the second time she was just getting dress for the day (that was Noon time). When I got home tonight she was watching the food channel. I knew she didn’t even go out this afternoon because the car was right were it was last night. She is in her pajamas now and has had dinner keeping an eye on her stomach.
I got my car registration today. It is due in December. I think I can do it online but don’t really want to. Its going to be $90 this year. I won’t be getting a sticker for some reason..Yea….
The reason I am driving into work tomorrow is because of a dentist appointment. Its at five and I should be back home by 6.
I am so tired right now that I am afraid I will fall asleep during NCIS. I may have to just watch that show and then go straight to bed.
Monday, October 17, 2011
A Crazy Day
Drove into work today it was really nice for a change. I got to the office around quarter of and worked on the rest of Friday’s stuff that I had left. The volume for lockbox seemed normal. What wasn’t normal was the post office mail. I had suspected that the post office was holding on to mail because the volume last week was light. The Cashiers almost had a heart attack when I brought it to them late in the day. Donna A is going to have one too when I finish with it. Needless to say I still have it all on my desk including the lockbox.
There are flu shot clinics through out the campus starting today and I got mine. There is a list some where but I don’t know where. It was at Harkness Hall. It went pretty fast. I went with Claire V. We had a discussion about the weekend. She thinks I was being hard on Mom I probably was.
My session with Debra was delayed a little so Debra asked if next week we could move it to 4:30. That sounded good to me. Then it goes back to Friday for a while. I read her the Sunday entries. I asked her if telling her the same things over and over is a good thing. She has noticed the way I deal with things has changed over the years,
I was late for dinner with Dave but we had Dinner at Tangora we had been there once before with Rose. We had Shrimp and filet mignon. We had Asian noodles and fried rice with vegetables. After dinner we came back to the house instead of playing pool. He realized I was exhausted so we put away the dishes from yesterday’s events.
After some more catching up Dave went home and I watched the final hour of NCIS. Mom came home shortly after that. She was quite pleased with the stuff being put away.
Now I am going to bed.
There are flu shot clinics through out the campus starting today and I got mine. There is a list some where but I don’t know where. It was at Harkness Hall. It went pretty fast. I went with Claire V. We had a discussion about the weekend. She thinks I was being hard on Mom I probably was.
My session with Debra was delayed a little so Debra asked if next week we could move it to 4:30. That sounded good to me. Then it goes back to Friday for a while. I read her the Sunday entries. I asked her if telling her the same things over and over is a good thing. She has noticed the way I deal with things has changed over the years,
I was late for dinner with Dave but we had Dinner at Tangora we had been there once before with Rose. We had Shrimp and filet mignon. We had Asian noodles and fried rice with vegetables. After dinner we came back to the house instead of playing pool. He realized I was exhausted so we put away the dishes from yesterday’s events.
After some more catching up Dave went home and I watched the final hour of NCIS. Mom came home shortly after that. She was quite pleased with the stuff being put away.
Now I am going to bed.
Sunday, October 16, 2011
I think I may be getting my wish
The 31 year tradition is over. This may be the last one and those words came from Mom after we learned about the numbers of people who were invited and confirmed and who basically showed up.
Tessa told us she sent out 300 invitations/flyers in the mail. They were to those who were in the fourth district that were families with children in the school system, Single mothers with teenagers all that could come and meet the candidates. Of the 300 people 28 confirmed (RSVP) and said they would be here. Guess what? This was the list:
Three of our neighbors from the street came
One of my neighbor’s sisters and two friends of hers.
1 friend of Mom’s from Bridges
Six Candidates
Four other 4th District Members
Kevin Lembo the state Treasurer
One woman I didn’t recognize
My friends Mike and Roberta came in support.
Tessa was thoroughly disgusted. She says and I agree with her that the people in this town are apathetic. They are not informed and could have learned so much from today if they bothered. I also consider it The Height of Rudeness that all these people who said they would come didn’t. MAN UP and say I am not coming and Please don’t invite me next time.
Mom just went to bed. She was exhausted. Tessa and Sylvia and I tried to get her to sit down and just let us do it. I made sure I started clearing dishes as soon as they started to pile up. We had one load of dishes going and they will be finished soon but I will bring up the boxes for these dishes before I go to work tomorrow.
There is enough food here for leftovers for the next week. We had the corned beef. Chips and crackers and cheese, Two types of frittata , various salads, An Assortment of desserts, wine, soda, and apple cider.
Instead of the candidates speaking it was mingling and talking amongst them. Sylvia had expressed the concern that would be too long. Well that’s too bad. That’s part of the “meet and greet” usually.
Well we will see how it goes next year. I really hope that this is the last year for us to do this. Let some one else pick it up if necessary.
In the mean time I need to get to bed. I have a long day ahead of me. I have work. my session with Debra and my evening out with Dave.
G’Night.
Tessa told us she sent out 300 invitations/flyers in the mail. They were to those who were in the fourth district that were families with children in the school system, Single mothers with teenagers all that could come and meet the candidates. Of the 300 people 28 confirmed (RSVP) and said they would be here. Guess what? This was the list:
Three of our neighbors from the street came
One of my neighbor’s sisters and two friends of hers.
1 friend of Mom’s from Bridges
Six Candidates
Four other 4th District Members
Kevin Lembo the state Treasurer
One woman I didn’t recognize
My friends Mike and Roberta came in support.
Tessa was thoroughly disgusted. She says and I agree with her that the people in this town are apathetic. They are not informed and could have learned so much from today if they bothered. I also consider it The Height of Rudeness that all these people who said they would come didn’t. MAN UP and say I am not coming and Please don’t invite me next time.
Mom just went to bed. She was exhausted. Tessa and Sylvia and I tried to get her to sit down and just let us do it. I made sure I started clearing dishes as soon as they started to pile up. We had one load of dishes going and they will be finished soon but I will bring up the boxes for these dishes before I go to work tomorrow.
There is enough food here for leftovers for the next week. We had the corned beef. Chips and crackers and cheese, Two types of frittata , various salads, An Assortment of desserts, wine, soda, and apple cider.
Instead of the candidates speaking it was mingling and talking amongst them. Sylvia had expressed the concern that would be too long. Well that’s too bad. That’s part of the “meet and greet” usually.
Well we will see how it goes next year. I really hope that this is the last year for us to do this. Let some one else pick it up if necessary.
In the mean time I need to get to bed. I have a long day ahead of me. I have work. my session with Debra and my evening out with Dave.
G’Night.
Thirty one year Tradition
In eight hours a thirty-one year tradition will commence. My hope is it will be the last one ever in this house! Every freaking year Mom and I get in to it over something really fucking stupid. Yesterday was no exception. She wanted me to vacuum the “Welcome mat outside on the porch. I was saying I was going to us the Oreck on the rug. She misunderstood me and thought I was talking about up in my room. We stood there for five god-damn minutes until she realized when I said outside. When she went on to say “I have too much to do to think about stuff….I told her she needs to listen next time. I also said she needs to not take her anxiety out on me. That’s when shit hit the fans.. I got so frustrated that I threatened to call off the event. She told me not to bother helping her that she can’t depend on me for anything. Gee I feel the same way about her. So let her do what she wanted. Do you know that a couple of hours later she was rude to me and tells me I don’t appreciate you just sitting around watching TV while I am getting ready for this thing? Ah Excuse you told not to bother!
So I went and vacuumed the rug outside and did the things she asked. The rest of the afternoon progressed with little or no problems we did more shopping and cleaning. Mom did more baking for this (I don’t know why she bothers if she is expecting 18 people).
Okay that rant is out now on to the tradition. For the last 31 years Mom has had a meet and greet for every candidate from municipal to state level and on occasion even on the federal level. She would gather residents from our district via a voters list and send out invitations and for most of the summer start preparing for this event. She would co-ordinate with the candidates what is the best date for them. Sometimes that would be a pain too.
When the time arrived we would have some extra help with any last minute preparations. The people would arrive and mingle and chat and then we would start with introductions and five minute speeches from the candidates and then question and answers. Some times there would be unnecessary arguments breaking out. I have been told you can’t control those things like that in meet and greets. I REALLY Beg to differ! You don’t go into a person’s home and start arguments and disrespect people in their homes. Every year that I have been involved I usually post or gripe how people who claimed they would show up and not (we have had that happen a few times) or they don’t respond to the written invitation. It really burns me when that happens. We have a neighbor who would complain to me if a discussion is going on too long or she was too hungry or if people brought their kids etc. I just would look at her and say something along the lines cut it out. If you haven’t guessed yet these things make me crazy at times. I think there have been a few times I missed them (I fled to Allentown one year).
This morning I have to get some chairs out from the cellar before going off to Bingo and on the way home I need to get soda (again we have cider and wine). I have to make my bed but I can do that later. My desk has literally a mound of stuff on it and it won’t be moved anytime soon.
I am sure Mom is going to ‘remind’ me that I need to help serve and not just hang around. Once things are done I will help as much as possible but usually Mom does the clean up stuff by herself but with her energy level barely there I may have to do it this time. She was already in pain yesterday.
So I went and vacuumed the rug outside and did the things she asked. The rest of the afternoon progressed with little or no problems we did more shopping and cleaning. Mom did more baking for this (I don’t know why she bothers if she is expecting 18 people).
Okay that rant is out now on to the tradition. For the last 31 years Mom has had a meet and greet for every candidate from municipal to state level and on occasion even on the federal level. She would gather residents from our district via a voters list and send out invitations and for most of the summer start preparing for this event. She would co-ordinate with the candidates what is the best date for them. Sometimes that would be a pain too.
When the time arrived we would have some extra help with any last minute preparations. The people would arrive and mingle and chat and then we would start with introductions and five minute speeches from the candidates and then question and answers. Some times there would be unnecessary arguments breaking out. I have been told you can’t control those things like that in meet and greets. I REALLY Beg to differ! You don’t go into a person’s home and start arguments and disrespect people in their homes. Every year that I have been involved I usually post or gripe how people who claimed they would show up and not (we have had that happen a few times) or they don’t respond to the written invitation. It really burns me when that happens. We have a neighbor who would complain to me if a discussion is going on too long or she was too hungry or if people brought their kids etc. I just would look at her and say something along the lines cut it out. If you haven’t guessed yet these things make me crazy at times. I think there have been a few times I missed them (I fled to Allentown one year).
This morning I have to get some chairs out from the cellar before going off to Bingo and on the way home I need to get soda (again we have cider and wine). I have to make my bed but I can do that later. My desk has literally a mound of stuff on it and it won’t be moved anytime soon.
I am sure Mom is going to ‘remind’ me that I need to help serve and not just hang around. Once things are done I will help as much as possible but usually Mom does the clean up stuff by herself but with her energy level barely there I may have to do it this time. She was already in pain yesterday.
Saturday, October 15, 2011
This Morning I was able to sleep until 7. I did want to get up earlier but the most I could do is laundry. This desk will not be getting cleared off I don’t think. Anyway, I put the sneakers I washed last night out in this cool air this morning. I hope it will be dry soon. The sun isn’t out full yet but it is not supposed to
I got on the net and got some cute pictures of Diane and John in Seattle. They are having some family time. I miss them terribly. I hope to see them soon.
I have to leave for the bank and the new hair salon that Liz is recommending. Mom is anxious for me to get a new stylist. She has not liked the cuts I got from the last salon.
There was a hawk outside at the edge of the property. It wasn’t there long but it was beautiful. I love seeing them there.
When I get home I have finish vacuuming the floor and make the bed and then be available for Mom. She has a list of things she wants me to do today.
I got on the net and got some cute pictures of Diane and John in Seattle. They are having some family time. I miss them terribly. I hope to see them soon.
I have to leave for the bank and the new hair salon that Liz is recommending. Mom is anxious for me to get a new stylist. She has not liked the cuts I got from the last salon.
There was a hawk outside at the edge of the property. It wasn’t there long but it was beautiful. I love seeing them there.
When I get home I have finish vacuuming the floor and make the bed and then be available for Mom. She has a list of things she wants me to do today.
Friday, October 14, 2011
New ENgland Weather
Today would be definitely considered New England Weather. The day started off in rain and it was heavy through out the day. It all changed by the time I left the office. The sun came out for a short time. When I met with Debra the clouds came back. It had rained during our session. When it I got on the bus the clouds were on the move and you could see breaks in the clouds and see blue sky. The weather report says the area will be cloudy but windy for the night (heard it earlier tonight). Tomorrow is supposed to be nice.
Work went well. I got most of the work done. I have just today’s lobby mail and postage tally to do. Of course the wretched readdress mail that’s piling up and falling over the bin. LG did not come in to work again. Even though she did get approved for Intermittent Medical Leave this doesn’t qualify. Everyone is aware of this includes the union steward who represents her.
My session with Debra went well. She hadn’t gotten my letter yet so I told her of the weeks events. As I had to make a trip to the ladies room the letter arrived. When I got back I read it to her.
Mom was making dinner when I got home. This was the pot roast that was the roast beef dinner we had last night. While she was doing that she was getting things here and there done. She has gotten the napkins, and the snacks up from the cellar. Some glassware is up and there is more to be brought up tomorrow.
After Dinner I started laundry. As I am writing this they are still going. I am almost done with the daily stuff. The tub of additional autumn clothes will be done tomorrow.
In the mean time I am putting down the baking soda on the rug. It needs to stay over night and then will be vacuumed tomorrow.
Mom has been in bed now for nearly an hour and half. She was really exhausted. I am nearly there myself. I can’t go to sleep yet. I still have a few more things for the laundry.
Work went well. I got most of the work done. I have just today’s lobby mail and postage tally to do. Of course the wretched readdress mail that’s piling up and falling over the bin. LG did not come in to work again. Even though she did get approved for Intermittent Medical Leave this doesn’t qualify. Everyone is aware of this includes the union steward who represents her.
My session with Debra went well. She hadn’t gotten my letter yet so I told her of the weeks events. As I had to make a trip to the ladies room the letter arrived. When I got back I read it to her.
Mom was making dinner when I got home. This was the pot roast that was the roast beef dinner we had last night. While she was doing that she was getting things here and there done. She has gotten the napkins, and the snacks up from the cellar. Some glassware is up and there is more to be brought up tomorrow.
After Dinner I started laundry. As I am writing this they are still going. I am almost done with the daily stuff. The tub of additional autumn clothes will be done tomorrow.
In the mean time I am putting down the baking soda on the rug. It needs to stay over night and then will be vacuumed tomorrow.
Mom has been in bed now for nearly an hour and half. She was really exhausted. I am nearly there myself. I can’t go to sleep yet. I still have a few more things for the laundry.
Thursday, October 13, 2011
My Afternoon
Well the afternoon went swimmingly. I got most of the mail done. I still have the lobby mail to take care of but I can do that tomorrow. I probably could find all my entries that I write about the mail and just cut and paste.
Well the Petit Home invasion Case is coming to an end. Joshua Komisarjevsky was found guilty on all 17 counts. The penalty phase will be decided in a few days. It has been all over the news. ABC.com has it as I am sure everyone is.
The Bus ride home was interesting. First it was a free ride. The coin/ticket reader was out of order. This woman gets on with her kid and her kid is literally screaming in my ear while I am trying to make an appointment for my hair. The woman caught my dirty look. Don’t cares…tried to make an apology and she was still a bitch.
Mom was folding clothes when I got in. She had lunch with her classmates and she feels she didn’t get much accomplished. I relaxed for a bit until it was time for me to leave for the restaurant.
Mike and Roberta were already at the restaurant and started eating. There was a slight misunderstanding about time. We sat and ate and ate. We left around 6:30. There was a lot of food and I couldn’t finish my second plate.
When I got home Mom was watching TV and relaxing. I had gotten into my pajamas and watched a couple of the NCIS episodes.
I heard from Dave tonight. I had invited him to dinner and to play pool on Friday but luckily he has other plans and wants to do it Sunday or Monday. I had to tell him it had to be Monday as well we have the meet and greet Sunday.
I am getting tired so I am going to say good night.
Well the Petit Home invasion Case is coming to an end. Joshua Komisarjevsky was found guilty on all 17 counts. The penalty phase will be decided in a few days. It has been all over the news. ABC.com has it as I am sure everyone is.
The Bus ride home was interesting. First it was a free ride. The coin/ticket reader was out of order. This woman gets on with her kid and her kid is literally screaming in my ear while I am trying to make an appointment for my hair. The woman caught my dirty look. Don’t cares…tried to make an apology and she was still a bitch.
Mom was folding clothes when I got in. She had lunch with her classmates and she feels she didn’t get much accomplished. I relaxed for a bit until it was time for me to leave for the restaurant.
Mike and Roberta were already at the restaurant and started eating. There was a slight misunderstanding about time. We sat and ate and ate. We left around 6:30. There was a lot of food and I couldn’t finish my second plate.
When I got home Mom was watching TV and relaxing. I had gotten into my pajamas and watched a couple of the NCIS episodes.
I heard from Dave tonight. I had invited him to dinner and to play pool on Friday but luckily he has other plans and wants to do it Sunday or Monday. I had to tell him it had to be Monday as well we have the meet and greet Sunday.
I am getting tired so I am going to say good night.
Last night
What is it with the Bus Drivers at CT Transit? Are they all having problems? For the past several days the drivers have been rude obnoxious and drive like they are Mario Andretti or any of today’s Top drivers. I was literally tossed from my seat as the bus driver was turning a corner yesterday and I nearly landed on the floor if it weren’t for some nice people. This morning the bus driver drives up closes the door and goes to the “little boys room”. I told him when he got back he could have left the door open…he says he didn’t know I wanted the bus???
Last night was pretty good. Mom and I had dinner a little after 5. She was cooking pot roast with vegetables. It was really good. I went to my woman’s club meeting and I was early which was good but I helped out with greeting. I just didn’t want to work on the Veteran’s day gifts. There was a costume contest and as always Kellie C entered unfortunately she didn’t win. She was a little hurt. I took her home after the meeting and headed to the DTC Headquarters.
When I arrived it was after 9 and not many people were there. I guess you could call them the clean up crew. The store front was really small but it had a full house (30 maybe-just by the picture I saw). I told a few people about Dave and Lulu. I had a long talk with JM.
After awhile I went home. Mom was already asleep upstairs. I put the garbage and the recyclable stuff out and checked the waste baskets. Then I had some ice cream and watched the Rest of NCIS mini-marathon.
I got online for a bit and checked emails and forums. I think I went to bed by 10:30.
I just have one anxious moment. I don’t know what I did with the car keys I had last night. They are not in my pocketbook and I didn’t see them on any thing. There is one place I need to check again.
Okay have to finish yesterday’s work…talk later.
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Busy couple of days
Yesterday was kind of a busy day. Lots of mail, staff meeting that turned rowdy, LG was Miss bizarre again but she was sent home. I have been still getting the sniffles but no nosebleeds.
Mom and I seemed to have the same discussion about odors. It really annoyed me but we figured some things may need washing and taking the rug out. Odors get trapped in the rug etc…
Liz and Nelson got home around 7:30 last night they called around 8:30. Mom had already gone to bed. She was still awake though. I talked with her this morning. She was tired but she is apparently having trouble with her legs and has been for two weeks now.
Today has been busy too trying to catch up and with Monday as the holiday it has shifted most of my volume again. Probably won’t be set straight until sometime next week.
The weather is changing quickly. It’s been very cool and its supposed to start raining by the end of the day.
Tonight is the woman’s Club meeting and the Grand Opening of the DTC Headquarters…Not sure I will make the second one.
Monday, October 10, 2011
RIP Lulu
Today I received some very sad news. Dave called to let me know that his 7 year old Pug Lulu died unexpectedly. After subsequent calls he told me it may have been his fault. He was feeling incredibly guilty for leaving Lulu at home alone or with someone frequently and decided to take her with him and his companion up to spend the day in VT. They even went to some stores. He discovered he couldn’t take her in to them so he put her in the car with windows down enough so she would not jump out. Some time later she was on the floor of the car dead.
Rose, Jim, and everyone tried to tell him that he can’t beat himself up but I reminded him that it has been said over and over to not leave an animal in the car. I did say it was a tragic accident. He apparently was contemplating on giving the dog up when his ex Partner informed him he no longer wanted to watch the dog. That he had plans of giving up his apartment and move to VA. Patrick apparently made suggestions that friends had another pug and they wanted a girl. Anyway, Lulu’s ashes will be in a small container for Dave to do what ever he wants.
When I told Mom this story she was quick to accuse me of being judgmental. I wanted to tell her to fuck herself. She was real quick to let me know all those years ago when I had the problems I had with Alex were my fault. So needless to say I am nonplussed at her and really want to tell her mind her own business. I wanted to slap her in the face but Don next door was standing right there.
Right now she is pissing me off because she thinks there is a smell in my room. There is nothing wrong with my room.. She had the audacity to say does your room need vacuuming. I told her there is nothing wrong with my room in between quietly calling her names. She thinks I am just going to jump the minute she says my room smells. Well I have been keeping my room up and there is nothing wrong with it. She may have to check her body for BO. She says she wants my room to be good for the weekend. EXCUSE ME? I have kept my room in the best order. HOW dare you!
Okay after breathing exercises I went downstairs and talked with Mom about it. I told her I couldn’t smell anything and I have kept the room in decent shape. She asked if I had anything in the closet. I told her no only the clean clothes in there. We decided that maybe some baking soda and then vacuuming it later when I come home tomorrow night.
We even started talking about the things I had said to Dave. She has never supported me on things concerning him. She said he already knows he shouldn’t have done that and doesn’t need to be told. She is always making excuses for him. You don’t think for one goddamn minute if I did some thing foolish that she wouldn’t let me know about it?
Anyway, I am going to bed.
Rose, Jim, and everyone tried to tell him that he can’t beat himself up but I reminded him that it has been said over and over to not leave an animal in the car. I did say it was a tragic accident. He apparently was contemplating on giving the dog up when his ex Partner informed him he no longer wanted to watch the dog. That he had plans of giving up his apartment and move to VA. Patrick apparently made suggestions that friends had another pug and they wanted a girl. Anyway, Lulu’s ashes will be in a small container for Dave to do what ever he wants.
When I told Mom this story she was quick to accuse me of being judgmental. I wanted to tell her to fuck herself. She was real quick to let me know all those years ago when I had the problems I had with Alex were my fault. So needless to say I am nonplussed at her and really want to tell her mind her own business. I wanted to slap her in the face but Don next door was standing right there.
Right now she is pissing me off because she thinks there is a smell in my room. There is nothing wrong with my room.. She had the audacity to say does your room need vacuuming. I told her there is nothing wrong with my room in between quietly calling her names. She thinks I am just going to jump the minute she says my room smells. Well I have been keeping my room up and there is nothing wrong with it. She may have to check her body for BO. She says she wants my room to be good for the weekend. EXCUSE ME? I have kept my room in the best order. HOW dare you!
Okay after breathing exercises I went downstairs and talked with Mom about it. I told her I couldn’t smell anything and I have kept the room in decent shape. She asked if I had anything in the closet. I told her no only the clean clothes in there. We decided that maybe some baking soda and then vacuuming it later when I come home tomorrow night.
We even started talking about the things I had said to Dave. She has never supported me on things concerning him. She said he already knows he shouldn’t have done that and doesn’t need to be told. She is always making excuses for him. You don’t think for one goddamn minute if I did some thing foolish that she wouldn’t let me know about it?
Anyway, I am going to bed.
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