* My cholesterol level is only slightly elevated. Yay! Time to celebrate! I still have to work at it to lower it a bit but I'm super excited that it wasn't high as I anticipated. woohoo! I have lost some weight since the Bahamas. I lost alot at first when I was seeing Steve-O then gained half of it back since I've been seeing G. Now I'm at the gym working to lower my fat percentage and bulk up after.
* I was made part-time manager at the Marriott Resort. Since this is the 'busy' season, I have to work while I can because when Labor Day hits, business s-l-o-w-s down. I might be working every single day until then. Not ideal. Oh well. A little savings during slow season is always a good idea.
* July 25th: X-Files I Want To Believe movie comes out! Mulder and Scully rule!!
* August 1st: potluck dinner at Sharon's and opening of The Mummy Tomb of the Dragon Emperor movie!!
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Thursday, July 17, 2008
Meme: taken from Brian (under sexy cohorts)
5 jobs I've had:
pots and pans cleaner/washer
bar back
server
research diver
curatorial associate (aka catch-all associate)
5 movies I can watch over & over:
The Last of the Mohicans
Lord of the Rings (especially the second one- extended version of course)
The Matrix (only the first one)
The Last Samurai
Gladiator
5 places I've lived:
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
New York, NY
Boston, MA
Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas
Maui, Hawaii
5 TV shows I love:
CSI: original one
Law and Order: SVU
The Secret Diary
The L Word
umm...
5 places I've been on vacation:
Cozumel, Mexico
Turks and Caicos
Columbus, OH
Ontario, Canada
Oahu, Hawaii
5 of my favorite meals:
sushi
good chinese
steak and potatoes
indian
thai
5 websites I visit daily:
mail.yahoo.com
gmail.com
twitter.com
sitemeter.com
facebook.com
5 places I'd rather be now:
underwater and teaching
Thailand
south of France
Antarctica
Rome
pots and pans cleaner/washer
bar back
server
research diver
curatorial associate (aka catch-all associate)
5 movies I can watch over & over:
The Last of the Mohicans
Lord of the Rings (especially the second one- extended version of course)
The Matrix (only the first one)
The Last Samurai
Gladiator
5 places I've lived:
Tortola, British Virgin Islands
New York, NY
Boston, MA
Green Turtle Cay, Bahamas
Maui, Hawaii
5 TV shows I love:
CSI: original one
Law and Order: SVU
The Secret Diary
The L Word
umm...
5 places I've been on vacation:
Cozumel, Mexico
Turks and Caicos
Columbus, OH
Ontario, Canada
Oahu, Hawaii
5 of my favorite meals:
sushi
good chinese
steak and potatoes
indian
thai
5 websites I visit daily:
mail.yahoo.com
gmail.com
twitter.com
sitemeter.com
facebook.com
5 places I'd rather be now:
underwater and teaching
Thailand
south of France
Antarctica
Rome
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Never again....
will I consume anything from Taco Bell. Two days ago, I gave into a craving right after I gymed. This little run to Taco Bell resulted in a bowel movement at 2 am then another at 5 am. I will spare you the details. It was NOT good. G reminded me that the ramifications were the same last time around too. These very bad bowel movements may be my body not being able to process processed foods. Afterall, I have been eating organic foods for the last two weeks while G was gone. My stomach is very sensitive these days. It could be that I am more sensitive to it though.
I have discovered podcasts sound superb on my new Bose Portable Speaker System. Yay. I have been salivating after the speaker system for quite some time now. I made an impulse buy. No regrets. I LOVE it.
I have many projects going on my desk. The pile is pretty high.
Random thought: I love my dryerase board.
I am going to a birthday party tonight. Lots of food and people.
I have discovered podcasts sound superb on my new Bose Portable Speaker System. Yay. I have been salivating after the speaker system for quite some time now. I made an impulse buy. No regrets. I LOVE it.
I have many projects going on my desk. The pile is pretty high.
Random thought: I love my dryerase board.
I am going to a birthday party tonight. Lots of food and people.
Friday, July 04, 2008
Happy July 4th.
To start off the fourth, I went for a bike ride first thing in the morning then did some grocery shopping. For breakfast I celebrated with four White Castle cheeseburgers and Pomegranate Tea while watching Secret Diary of a Call Girl on Showtime on Demand. It's a great way to start the morning methinks. Now, I'm doing laundry, blogging, and cleaning my room. Later, I am going to read, hopefully catch up with an old friend, see a new friend, and off to bed I go. There might be a beach BBQ and fireworks in there somewhere. I am sure of it.
Yeah so my professional life has been up and down for the last several months. I'm working on it. My issue is: when is it time to call it quits and move elsewhere. I'm still working through that.
Yeah so my professional life has been up and down for the last several months. I'm working on it. My issue is: when is it time to call it quits and move elsewhere. I'm still working through that.
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Strange day.
It's raining in Kihei. It never rains in Kihei. Check out the precipation rate in my area. Strange yet quite nice. It does get a little cooler when it precipitates.
I have also entertained the idea of moving back east. My professional life isn't growing and I'm burnt out. I need to find another outlet. I need another something else. Am I done with teaching and diving? No freakin' way. Methinks I need to find a healthier work environment that lets you grow. I need to grow. I'm in a funk because of this. I can leave and go back to my great life back in east where I can work at a IDC center (with no control freaks), teach all levels of diving, mix gasses, tech dive, and where my supervisor treats me well (which means no screaming and lying). One would think that would be standard but they do things a little differently here. I've been lied to on many occassions since I've moved here. And much to my embarrassment, I've been screamed at and for something unconsequential. I am refusing to surround myself with this negative climate. It does nothing to facilitate my need to succeed. When I get away from all this negativity, this rut I'm in will not ensue.
Book read: Full Frontal Feminism by Jessica Valenti.
I end with a great quote from Jill Filipovic:
"I like my mascara, and I'm not going to waste my time feeling bad about it, but I'm also not going to convince myself that long eyelashes are totally empowering and other women would be so much happier and more empowered if only they could have a makeover. I'm also not going to be spoken down to by women who should be my allies as they try and tell me that my behavior is unequivocally "wrong" and anti-feminist."
I have also entertained the idea of moving back east. My professional life isn't growing and I'm burnt out. I need to find another outlet. I need another something else. Am I done with teaching and diving? No freakin' way. Methinks I need to find a healthier work environment that lets you grow. I need to grow. I'm in a funk because of this. I can leave and go back to my great life back in east where I can work at a IDC center (with no control freaks), teach all levels of diving, mix gasses, tech dive, and where my supervisor treats me well (which means no screaming and lying). One would think that would be standard but they do things a little differently here. I've been lied to on many occassions since I've moved here. And much to my embarrassment, I've been screamed at and for something unconsequential. I am refusing to surround myself with this negative climate. It does nothing to facilitate my need to succeed. When I get away from all this negativity, this rut I'm in will not ensue.
Book read: Full Frontal Feminism by Jessica Valenti.
I end with a great quote from Jill Filipovic:
"I like my mascara, and I'm not going to waste my time feeling bad about it, but I'm also not going to convince myself that long eyelashes are totally empowering and other women would be so much happier and more empowered if only they could have a makeover. I'm also not going to be spoken down to by women who should be my allies as they try and tell me that my behavior is unequivocally "wrong" and anti-feminist."
Monday, June 30, 2008
In four days..
... I haven't left the house.
... I haven't showered.
... I haven't listened to my eight voicemails.
... I haven't finished eating all the dumplings in the house.
However...
... I have answered three calls (two were from G).
... I have almost ALMOST filed all my paperwork.
... I have enjoyed staying in bed and reading all day long.
... I have watched the whole fifth season of The L Word is one sitting (Rita- sound familiar?).
I will...
... take a shower today.
... take a walk outside.
... finish reading all the books I have started reading last week.
... go for a bike ride or the gym.
... I haven't showered.
... I haven't listened to my eight voicemails.
... I haven't finished eating all the dumplings in the house.
However...
... I have answered three calls (two were from G).
... I have almost ALMOST filed all my paperwork.
... I have enjoyed staying in bed and reading all day long.
... I have watched the whole fifth season of The L Word is one sitting (Rita- sound familiar?).
I will...
... take a shower today.
... take a walk outside.
... finish reading all the books I have started reading last week.
... go for a bike ride or the gym.
Saturday, June 28, 2008
Fabulous dwelling.
I love staying home. I love where I live. If I could, I wouldn't leave the house for any reason. I have everything I need here... food, books, internet, my laptop and plumbing. I love staying in bed reading because the lighting in my room is amazing. I get lots of sunlight. And my bed. I have love every bed I have ever own (3 in my lifetime). The firmness and emptiness wraps me in complete joy.
I have also been cooking a lot of more due to the endless top-of-the-line kitchen supplies.
This morning I'm eating yogurt and homemade granola, watching Harry Potter and the order of the Phoenix, reading, and studying Latin fish names. Maybe, just maybe I'll leave the house today. But then maybe not.
I have also been cooking a lot of more due to the endless top-of-the-line kitchen supplies.
This morning I'm eating yogurt and homemade granola, watching Harry Potter and the order of the Phoenix, reading, and studying Latin fish names. Maybe, just maybe I'll leave the house today. But then maybe not.
Friday, June 20, 2008
It's feast or famine
I've been working non-stop (it has been steady) the last two weeks hence my non-blogging. This is my schedule, more or less.
5:15 Wake up
5:20 Potty run
5:30 Brush teeth/ wash face/ put contacts in
5:35 Recheck my dive gear / warm up car
5:42 Drive to work
6:00 Work
3:00 Gym/ Pool (I try) / Groceries / Go home and nap (most likely route)
6:00 Look for food or cook supper
8:00 Pack my gear for the next work day / Maybe watch a movie / Read
9:00 Fall asleep on couch
9:30 Brush teeth and fall asleep on bed
Recently I discovered that I have HBO On Demand. Bad for Wu. I have been trying to catch up with my movies. Shrek the Third was funny! I have also been reading a couple of books at a time. Does anyone else do that? I have a book on my nightstand, another in the bathroom, then one more at G's. Some are a denser read than others so consumption in small quantities for those dense ones is necessary. I also have been reading scuba diving magazines (no surprise there). I have got to keep up with the newest trend and discussions.
Since it's computer day today and we are at the half way mark for the year, I looked at my teaching points thus far. It looks quite sad. I have only been teaching beginners how to dive. I definitely have to up my game a bit more. Even if I have earned the money I spent on my instructor class, I still want to improve my teaching and teach upper level or advanced scuba classes. My teaching skills are ever evolving. Well, that is, at least for me.I don't want to lose whatever skills I have left which I feel I have been losing each week I don't practice. It's slowly killing me. I shit you not.
5:15 Wake up
5:20 Potty run
5:30 Brush teeth/ wash face/ put contacts in
5:35 Recheck my dive gear / warm up car
5:42 Drive to work
6:00 Work
3:00 Gym/ Pool (I try) / Groceries / Go home and nap (most likely route)
6:00 Look for food or cook supper
8:00 Pack my gear for the next work day / Maybe watch a movie / Read
9:00 Fall asleep on couch
9:30 Brush teeth and fall asleep on bed
Recently I discovered that I have HBO On Demand. Bad for Wu. I have been trying to catch up with my movies. Shrek the Third was funny! I have also been reading a couple of books at a time. Does anyone else do that? I have a book on my nightstand, another in the bathroom, then one more at G's. Some are a denser read than others so consumption in small quantities for those dense ones is necessary. I also have been reading scuba diving magazines (no surprise there). I have got to keep up with the newest trend and discussions.
Since it's computer day today and we are at the half way mark for the year, I looked at my teaching points thus far. It looks quite sad. I have only been teaching beginners how to dive. I definitely have to up my game a bit more. Even if I have earned the money I spent on my instructor class, I still want to improve my teaching and teach upper level or advanced scuba classes. My teaching skills are ever evolving. Well, that is, at least for me.I don't want to lose whatever skills I have left which I feel I have been losing each week I don't practice. It's slowly killing me. I shit you not.
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Fire in my tummy.
I am learning a lot about tools during our drydock span. I wouldn't say I'm mechnically savvy (heh, no where near it) but I am a quick learner. You have to lean on your strong attributes to get ahead instead of focusing on your weak ones. If anyone tells me otherwise, I am going to tell them to go to hell. I'm done being nice. Afterall, I am from New York City. I will get down and dirty if need be. And it will feel satisfying.
I am being very lazy with my voluntary time off. Everyone knows that I want to work but I also need a positive work environment. I won't settle for less. My peers have contacted me knowing this and offered some relief. Bless their hearts. I guess they are looking for the same. You can't surround yourself enough with like-minded people.
I've been cooking alot and crossing off many items on my To-Do Lists so I guess I'm not too lazy (is that even possible?)
I am being very lazy with my voluntary time off. Everyone knows that I want to work but I also need a positive work environment. I won't settle for less. My peers have contacted me knowing this and offered some relief. Bless their hearts. I guess they are looking for the same. You can't surround yourself enough with like-minded people.
I've been cooking alot and crossing off many items on my To-Do Lists so I guess I'm not too lazy (is that even possible?)
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
How many chocolate truffles will....
it take for a solution to magically appear before me before the day is out. I'm still frustrated (see previous recent posts) for other reasons now. Now that my health is back up to speed, there is not enough work pushing me to find something else to supplement my nonessential expenditures ie. food and the occassional ebay patagonia swimwear. I'm such the big spender. heh. This little snag, and it is little, has cause me to be increasingly parsimonious. That, in turn, is making me breakout. ugh. Everything snowballs.
I need my index cards to decide on a few things.
5 dark chocolate truffles later and still no resolution. Oh, it's only 9:02. There is nothing better than truffles for breakfast, is there? It's going to be a magical day. I can just feel it.
I need my index cards to decide on a few things.
5 dark chocolate truffles later and still no resolution. Oh, it's only 9:02. There is nothing better than truffles for breakfast, is there? It's going to be a magical day. I can just feel it.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Did you know...
Sub rosa, adverb, comes from the Latin, literally "under the rose," from the ancient association of the rose with confidentiality, the origin of which traces to a famous story in which Cupid gave Harpocrates, the god of silence, a rose to bribe him not to betray the confidence of Venus. Hence the ceilings of Roman banquet-rooms were decorated with roses to remind guests that what was spoken sub vino (under the influence of wine) was also sub rosa.
Who knew? I thought this interesting.
Sunday, May 04, 2008
What's on my mind lately
When you move to a new location, your reputation does not follow. You start from nothing, from scratch, ground zero, etc,... I have not reacted well to this. When I hear or see people asking anyone around me (not me) to teach them to scuba dive, my annoyance tumbles into envy then it meets impatience. The combination equates quite quickly to
frustration. hmmm... I am saturated with might right now.
I am looking for another job to support my Ebay addiction. Go figure.
I am making an Indian supper with a viewing of Fight Club tonight. I went to the Full Force Mixed Martial Arts fight last night. My attraction to violence is permeating me.
frustration. hmmm... I am saturated with might right now.
I am looking for another job to support my Ebay addiction. Go figure.
I am making an Indian supper with a viewing of Fight Club tonight. I went to the Full Force Mixed Martial Arts fight last night. My attraction to violence is permeating me.
Friday, May 02, 2008
Ziti Dinner @ Nicky's
Thursday Ziti Night. Most are G's friends and some are co-workers. Yum!
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Lounging around is the best!
G and I finally had a day off together after a month. We slept in then I wanted breakfast and the Sunday Times. He took me to my favorite breakfast spot Kihei Cafe. I got the Pork Fried Rice with two eggs, over easy. G got the Loco Moco. Heavenly. Afterwards, we came home to watch a movie and nap. We finally left the house at some point to run an errand in Haiku. On the drive back, we stopped to look at some killer windsurfers and kiteboards at Ho'okipa. So did the tourists. G surfs at this amazing site when he can and no, boys and girls, I have yet to learn to surf yet. The water is still too chilly. It's at 74 degrees. No siree. I'm not going surfing in that. We ended the day with reading, and another movie and nap.
Yesterday I made a moz/basil/tomato salad for app, roast pork with roast veggies and garlic mashies (g made this) for the main dishes, and butter pound cake with carmelized strawberries for dessert. 10 people participated in this feast.
I have been busy with a potential business adventure with a friend. Lots of ideas. Now we have to put it together as a coherent package. I also have been thinking about work, lack thereof, and the need to take an active stance soon.
Yesterday I made a moz/basil/tomato salad for app, roast pork with roast veggies and garlic mashies (g made this) for the main dishes, and butter pound cake with carmelized strawberries for dessert. 10 people participated in this feast.
I have been busy with a potential business adventure with a friend. Lots of ideas. Now we have to put it together as a coherent package. I also have been thinking about work, lack thereof, and the need to take an active stance soon.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Cooking last night.
The Food Network Channel inspired me to cook. Last night, I cooked for my roomate, G, and Tommy. The menu included--
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus, slightly seared
Meat and Portuguese Hot Sausage Lasagna with Smoked Gouda
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream
Yum.
Today, I am reading my Bitch-zine and catching up on emails. I have been scared by my knitting project because I unraveled it. No, I'm not a perfectionist. It was a boo-boo that I could not live with. Meg-ster wrote me a detailed email on how to put it back together.... I'm just scared of screwing it up. It's such a beautiful piece.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus, slightly seared
Meat and Portuguese Hot Sausage Lasagna with Smoked Gouda
Ben and Jerry's Ice Cream
Yum.
Today, I am reading my Bitch-zine and catching up on emails. I have been scared by my knitting project because I unraveled it. No, I'm not a perfectionist. It was a boo-boo that I could not live with. Meg-ster wrote me a detailed email on how to put it back together.... I'm just scared of screwing it up. It's such a beautiful piece.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Still on my 'vacation'
What is a workaholic to do with all this time? She fills it with stuff to do but given the limited activities prescribed by her doctor, she watches the Food Network Channel 6 hours a day minimum, organizes her room (she just moved to a beautiful pad), catching up with old friends, learnt how to play Texas hold 'em, and cook delicious meals for one. Since I have no income, I can't exactly live the high life. However, I made some money playing Texas hold 'em last night. Nevermind I was up until 4 am playing this highly addictive game. Hell if I can't do it now, I won't be able to do this during my long work week. I don't normally make it pass 11 pm on any given week.
What else did I do.... I taught the academic portion of the Open Water Class and co-taught a private Assistant Instructor class. My private actually took us out to eat at Duo. My mouth orgasm included:
Appetizer: Caramelized Maui Onion Soup with Three-Cheese Crust
Main Course: Japanese Kobe Beef Tenderloin (6 oz.) and Scallops paired with an exquisite 1997 Bordeaux (can't remember the name)
Side dishes: Bamboo Steamed Veggies, Dauphinoise Potato, Creamed Spinach, Herb-Tossed Green Asparagus
Dessert: some meringue fluffy thingy paired with a very expensive dessert wine.
What else did I do.... I taught the academic portion of the Open Water Class and co-taught a private Assistant Instructor class. My private actually took us out to eat at Duo. My mouth orgasm included:
Appetizer: Caramelized Maui Onion Soup with Three-Cheese Crust
Main Course: Japanese Kobe Beef Tenderloin (6 oz.) and Scallops paired with an exquisite 1997 Bordeaux (can't remember the name)
Side dishes: Bamboo Steamed Veggies, Dauphinoise Potato, Creamed Spinach, Herb-Tossed Green Asparagus
Dessert: some meringue fluffy thingy paired with a very expensive dessert wine.
Wednesday, April 02, 2008
Perusing for books and books read!
My new wishlist is at Powell's Books, an independent bookstore. Click WISHLIST then enter diverjwu@yahoo email for my wishlist listing. I have another two weeks off..... hint, hint... oh and the used paperback ones are just fine.
March Read Books: The May Queen: Women on life, love, work, and pulling it all together in your 30s. Edited by Andrea N. Richesin
March Read Books: The May Queen: Women on life, love, work, and pulling it all together in your 30s. Edited by Andrea N. Richesin
Monday, March 31, 2008
Forced vacation for a workaholic
Imagine telling a workaholic to take three weeks off. I didn't know what to do with myself the first couple of days. Nevermind feeling restless all day long. Since then I have made peace with my current situation and embrace this advantageous time off even if I don't like the circumstances surrounding how this came to be.
My recovery takes three weeks. I do nothing, nothing productive (ok, productive meaning making rent) all day. I wake up, use the head, make breakfast, watch bad tv until the cooking shows come on, knit, cook lunch, take medication, nap with my roomate's cat, surf the net, check mailbox, go to dinner, take medication again, then off to bed I go. I can't be in the sun. I can't stand up for an extended amount of time. I can't get into the water. I definitely can't lift anything over 15 lbs which will make moving tomorrow difficult.
I spent most time watching the food network channel, anthony bordain no reservations, rachel ray 30 min meals, surfing on ebay, and cooking. I have been inspired to cook.
Sunday, March 30, 2008
IM highlights with Rita
Regarding how I feel:
rita: how do you feel?
wu: lots of emotions. relieved to have control of my body again, stressed because I may not have a job after my recovery, excited to be moving to a cleaner place where i don't have to share my bed with fleas and crickets and gabe, happy to have this time to read and do my taxes, more excited that I have a FULL kitchen to cook and bake! One more emotion--- lucky: lucky to have gabe in my life. It's really simple to be in a relationship with him.
rita: oh wow, that makes *me* so happy to hear you like this!
rita: how do you feel?
wu: lots of emotions. relieved to have control of my body again, stressed because I may not have a job after my recovery, excited to be moving to a cleaner place where i don't have to share my bed with fleas and crickets and gabe, happy to have this time to read and do my taxes, more excited that I have a FULL kitchen to cook and bake! One more emotion--- lucky: lucky to have gabe in my life. It's really simple to be in a relationship with him.
rita: oh wow, that makes *me* so happy to hear you like this!
wu: Rita, I think in the end, I can't complain about my life. Coco made me realize that I'm almost 35yo and living the life I want. She reminds me that I always land on my feet and that is why I'm Wu.
rita: She's so right about that!
Regarding health-based decisions:
wu: your health (whether it be mental, physical, emotional, etc,...) is all tied in (no pun intended) your finances. they are intertwined. so you have to have all your energies aligned before venturing out. and i understand why you would feel bad. in the end, i think this was the right decision even if it means inconvinencing a couple of ppl. i think we always have the mindset that it is US first and that is how our decisions are made.
Regarding our moods:
rita: um, jenny can you tell that I am in a crazy obsessive mood today
wu: LOL. rita, this is every day for me!!
Regarding our persons:
wu: do you ever think that you are ALOT of woman to handle? some guys want someone simplier. does that make sense? the men in your life know who they are dealing with and they LIKE it so they COME back time and time again. focus on those b/c they are the ones worth investing energy in. you are just going thru your life doing what you do-- the people that want your attention will seek it.
rita: a lot of people think that they want me because of how I look or how I act on the surface
wu: Look at me for example-- i look like the quiet innocent submissive asian girl ... they have another thing coming to them when they actually hear the assertiveness in my speech.
wu: i think you have built a great life and you are continue to WOW people in your line of work. Your intelligence will defy any conventional assumption about 'a pretty girl.' they will know that one can be beautiful and able. i prove that EVERY DAY i am on the boat. in the end, it's a positive situation for all. my employer gets great feedback from them as i am sure your successes subscribes to your capabilities.
In conclusion:
wu: I think we are doing just fine. a couple of curve balls here and there but nothing we can't handle, right?!
Friday, March 28, 2008
Today.
I did absolutely nothing today but sit on the couch and watch the food network channel and a horror movie. The only productiveness was the little packing I did to be ready for my move on the first. I am looking forward to the time I have to unpack and read. Of course I will be have more errands to run but to think that I have this time to myself is satisfying and exciting. Moreover, I'm in the cooking mood (I am NOT watching TV for the next three weeks while I'm out on medical leave).
As to if I have my job back once I am done with my medical leave is another story. I'm not fussing about this until I am unpacked and settled. I'm giving that to myself.
Right now, I am forced to relax. It's kind of nice!
As to if I have my job back once I am done with my medical leave is another story. I'm not fussing about this until I am unpacked and settled. I'm giving that to myself.
Right now, I am forced to relax. It's kind of nice!
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Happy Stressors
My little hospital visit went well. Everything is taken care of now. My next stresser is moving. Since carrying heavy loads cause more bleeding, I am not allowed to do any heavy lifting for the next three weeks. Also in that time, I am not allowed in the water. And after this three week stint, I may not have my job due to my emergency medical leave. Do y'all see my next month is going to be a little bit stressful?
On the bright side, I already have a list going with stuff to do while recuperating. It's actually a pretty long list. I guess I have to do my taxes for the last two years at some point, eh? Yep. I definitely could get that done. And since my new pad has all burners working, I am going to cook some mean meals! I've sent for my cookware last week.
There are sliver linings to dark places.
On the bright side, I already have a list going with stuff to do while recuperating. It's actually a pretty long list. I guess I have to do my taxes for the last two years at some point, eh? Yep. I definitely could get that done. And since my new pad has all burners working, I am going to cook some mean meals! I've sent for my cookware last week.
There are sliver linings to dark places.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Day off, Day 2 - Hoppy Easter!
Easter = food. Yum. I had the happening ham and pineapple, scrumptious scalloped potatoes, comely cheesy green bean casserole, saporous salad, and marvelous macaroni salad. For dessert, we had warmed apple pie, marbled cheesecake, and anise easter cookies. Oh my. We went over Nicky and Tommy's house for a fantabulous Easter dinner (food coma applies here), good company, and great games afterwards. Fun times all around. Sorry no photos as I was too stuffed to move and get out my camera.
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Day Off, Day 1- Haleakala Crater
Haleakala, "house of the sun," Crater is a huge, dormant volcano in Maui with an elevation of 10,023 FT (3,055 M). Gabe and I drove up to Haleakala National Park today and hiked down the crater then back up again (it made me cry). Can altitude make someone more emotional? :-) No, I have a history of crying while hiking. Regardless of my sobbing, it was a beautiful hike. I was looking down a crater, one of nature's greatest creations. Very inspiring.
The cool thing is that there are three cabins where you can stay in the crater. I requested that for my birthday. Gabe kept saying it's going to be cold down there like I never experience cold weather before. I guess most of what he sees is me bundled up in the water or at the surface. It's true, I don't like feeling cold (not to say that I don't like the cold) yet if I have the proper attire then all is golden. When I did some research on staying in one of the three cabins in the crater, it turns out that reservations are available through a mail-in monthly lottery with a 90 days advance notice. We'll see!
The cool thing is that there are three cabins where you can stay in the crater. I requested that for my birthday. Gabe kept saying it's going to be cold down there like I never experience cold weather before. I guess most of what he sees is me bundled up in the water or at the surface. It's true, I don't like feeling cold (not to say that I don't like the cold) yet if I have the proper attire then all is golden. When I did some research on staying in one of the three cabins in the crater, it turns out that reservations are available through a mail-in monthly lottery with a 90 days advance notice. We'll see!
Some cows we saw along the way....
You see how the cows are further back from the fence? Apparently when I walked closer to get a photo, all the cows and birds along the fence stampeded away.
I am taking a picture of Gabe in the clouds in the crater. Y'all know how I like black and white photos. 
Clouds are still blowing by while we are walking down the trail in the crater (we didn't make it all the way down the crater on this run). Does this scenery remind you of Lord of the Rings, the scene where Frodo and Sam are trying to get to Mordor.
Friday, March 21, 2008
Back to work
I have been back to work and the only ill effect is the motion sickness during the first part of my work day. Also my free diving skills hasn't been as good as it was due to the flu. My lungs aren't at full capacity. It eventually will bounce back to normal. Time will cure this. I can't ask for a better recovery.
After my illness, I worked eight days in a row. I would not recommend this to anyone who has a labor intensive job. I am exhausted but it's a good exhaustion. Now, I have THREE CONSECUTIVE DAYS OFF! What to do. what to do. Lots to do and lots of nothing to do.
Oh, I am also moving around the corner. I will send out my new snail mail addy soon.
After my illness, I worked eight days in a row. I would not recommend this to anyone who has a labor intensive job. I am exhausted but it's a good exhaustion. Now, I have THREE CONSECUTIVE DAYS OFF! What to do. what to do. Lots to do and lots of nothing to do.
Oh, I am also moving around the corner. I will send out my new snail mail addy soon.
Sunday, March 09, 2008
Two things I want right now
I want to feel like me again and I want to work with no ill effects from my present condition. The former is a hit or a miss depending on the day. I can possibly force the latter. I haven't accepted the fact that some things are beyond my control and therein lies the rub. I am of the mindset that if I will it, it will happen. Anyways, I haven't worked since March 5th. There are a couple of things going on. I've been sick (I haven't been sick in the last four years and it sucks) and my hormones are wrecking my body. Not the best combination for a driven woman.
There has been a dark cloud pinning me down. I don't like it yet I can't seem to get out underneath its heavy grasp. There is also this upset stomach that is plaguing me preventing me from doing anything productive or eating (that is enough for anyone to start worrying and I would worry). This is me right now. Pray that I find the strength to get out of bed despite my ailments and get some domestic errands done!
There has been a dark cloud pinning me down. I don't like it yet I can't seem to get out underneath its heavy grasp. There is also this upset stomach that is plaguing me preventing me from doing anything productive or eating (that is enough for anyone to start worrying and I would worry). This is me right now. Pray that I find the strength to get out of bed despite my ailments and get some domestic errands done!