I have nothing to wear!

Ha! That is probably the silliest thing I could say. Being out of town and wearing scrubs all day make me miss my clothes (is that weird). And also make me want to shop. So as I was examining my new purchases, I also tried to rearrange my closet, but because it is stuffed to the brim it's hard to get organized.Being alive the better part of 3+ decades has caused me to accumulate much stuff and I really have no business buying any more clothes!

Must.stop.shopping.

Procrastinating

I really should be leaving for work this morning, but instead I'll blog a bit first! Today may prove to be a busy day if T, one of 2 techs, is still in the hospital with a kidney infection! The staff here is bare bones and today is a treatment day so I am hoping for the best...

I am pretty much all packed up. I can't believe the amount of stuff I have for a 4 day trip (i guess the shopping doesn't help - hee hee). I am stopping by Tingaling's to say hi to them and mom (and hopefully have some home-cooked food) before returning home to pack for Phoenix. And then back home for Thanksgiving week.

I am so ready for all this work travel to be over (I think we still will be coming here in December but hopefully the new doc will start soon!).

Doing my part

The main problem I have when working out of time is the uncontrollable urge to shop. Since I really have nothing better to do, and since we are close to some of my favorite stores, that's what I ended up doing this afternoon.

Fortunately most everything I bought was on sale (except some accessories from F21, but those are cheapie anyways). Old Nave was having their extra 50% off clearance items so I bought a few choice items on the cheap. Gap was having an extra 25% of clearance items too so I found a dress I had been eyeing.Some things I have learned about shopping this week: almost everything eventually goes on sale so NEVER PAY FULL PRICE (this even includes most designer duds with the exception of LV...I really need to make friends with someone who works there - hee hee). If the item sells out before going on sale, you probably don't want it anyways - everyone already has it!

One other thing: Forever 21 is a good source for cheap trendy itmes, but steer clear of skirts, dresses and pants: most of their bottoms are made for teeny boppers with no thighs or hips! Their tops work for the most part, just don't feel bad if you have to size up.

The last thing: Wear what you buy!

Thank goodness I am going home tomorrow. At least I can say I have done my part to stimulate the economy!

Namaste

The best part of working in San Antonio is the yoga studio I found. I have been practicing the first part of primary series as well as a vinyasa yoga hereIt's nice to get a different perspective from different instructors. Tonight Lisa gave us a hint to help with jump backs. I'm still not quite there yet, but I know what to work on!

In other family news, my soon-to-be nephew Cash Money, is making an early appearance! We are meeting him the day after Thanksgiving! Now that's definitely something to be thankful for :)

Up way too early

I was pretty tired last night but wok up at about 3:30 this morning and I couldn't get back to sleep. So I am surfing and posting. I guess I'll go work out here in a few. Ugh.

Obsessed

I have been obsessed with following fashion blogs and taking pictures of daily outfits lately. Don't know why, but it's making me happy so I'm going with it. {Unfortunately this leaves little time for scrapping, which I feel a bit guily about...but I figure it's ok to take a break from a hobby every once in a while. I am still taking photos like a madwoman tho!}

I have been especially obsessed with different types of necklaces. I have been stalking a couple from ATLoft, and finally took the plunge with my 30% FnF coupon!This 1st one is from Lisa for Loft and I had been eyeing it for a while but didn't want to pay full retail.This other one I had been eyeing the 1st time I came to SA for work but again, wanted to wait for a sale.

I really need to stop travelling for work so I stop shopping! What else is a girl to do when she's out of town?

Really behind!

The week home has been busy busy! Besides working like a mad woman (which is not necessarily a bad thing) I have been hangout with a housebound sister,making fun of my friends and their I-phones,practicing some yoga,, and eating some cupcakes!
Joe leaves for Arizona tomorrow and I head out to San Antonio. Hopefully this will be the last trip!

Hair cut day!

The biggest problem with having short hair is that it grows out! And sometimes when it grows out, it has a life of its own (see below)I'm not sure what is going on with my expression, but what really bugged me was the wings growing out of the side of my head! Luckily David had an opening at lunch today and the wings were removed!He didn't really take that much length off the top, though. Maybe next time I'll go for a complete pixie look!

please slow down...

time that is. this month is moving by waaaaay to fast and i have stuff to do! the time change is killing me as well - i feel like i need to be in bed at 7pm. is that ok to do?!?!

at least i got to spend some qt with tingaling and boom. she's getting so big! almost one month until cash money arrives...i can't wait!

Happy baby!

I helped throw a fun little baby shower for my baby sister today. I think for my lack of sleep I did not take as many photos as I would have liked...I hope sleeping in my own bed for the next week will get me back on track!

One of my favorite things about the rental car

XM radio!

Ready to be home already

I have so many thoughts of things I need to do swirling in my head. I have finally started a mini-list in my outlook but I really need to be writing this stuff down! Sigh. Every year my resolution is to be organized and every year that unravels by Jan 2!

I did wear a cute outfit to lunch with Joe and D.Our dear friends, M and D, who have been together over 13 years, broke up last weekend when we were gone (much drama has ensued since then!). I feel really bad because M was the instigator and D still loves M, but I guess these things happen. I have a feeling things are going to get worse before they get better but I still love both of them dearly.

I am also missing my preggers baby sis - I can't wait to see how big her belly has gotten. Reminder to take lots of photos at her shower this weekend!

No rest for the weary

The weekend was fabulous and fun but also long and tiring! We just got home this morning and I have to leave tomorrow for San Antonio - boo! So I will try to update from the road, but I make no promises!

Just a little thing

BK and JC's house is next to a music school. I like being here mid-afternoon (usually after a long morning of shopping, like today), chillin' and listenin' to the students practice. Sometimes they are really accomplished, sometimes they are beginners like today, but whichever they are, the music they make soothes my soul.

Not a fan

Billy and JC are a MAC family - they have a laptop and desktop. They do have wireless but I am having issues trying to connect to it on our laptop (PC). So Billy let me use their desktop to upload photos. I have been trying to put them on either Facebook or Flickr, but having major uploading issues - ugh! I'm sorry but MACs are not as intuitive as they claim to be. Maybe it's just user error, but I am definitely a PC girl at heart.

So, because of aforementioned issues, again a post with no photos. I practiced yoga again this morning. It's been raining again today - boo! Now I am off to meet my cousin Poni (stage name) and Aunt Fifi for lunch. Later gater!

Busy day

Joe left me to my own devices early this morning. Crazy boy is returning to H-town to put in some heavy miles on the bike before he flies back to the Big Apple. Yes, he is CRA-ZEE!

Today I woke up around 6-ish and decided to get a move on. I left the hotel around 7 and got to Billy and JC's about 7:40. The boys were still in bed, so I dropped off my stuff, picked up Billy's yoga mat and headed to yoga. Erik, one instructor at home, recommended a studio in SOHO, which was about 1.5 miles away. The walk was a good warm up, although I wish it hadn't been raining! I had a great practice, got really hot and sweaty (note to self: bring a towel next time!), was a bit intimidated by all the hard core yogis present but was really glad I went. My goal is to go every morning the rest of this week.

After yogi, I came home, rested a bit, went to Union Square and checked out F21 and DSW. Then I hopped on a subway back uptown to meet JC for lunch. We had Thai at this hole-in-the-wall restaurant (the best kind!) and then headed to the Salvation Army to pick up more stuff for our Halloween costumes (it's a surprise...I will post photos when we dress up!).

I rode back downtown and came home for another rest before heading back to Union Square for more shopping. I really wanted to find some tall black books, which I did at Filene's basement: Kenneth Cole for $80! Then I spent another $60 at F21 on 2 cute jackets. I'm not sure where I am going to pack all of my shopping finds...Joe will probably have to bring an extra bag!

After a quick trip to the grocery store, I am now resting with Marvin while waiting for the boys to come home. We will be going to dinner and working on Halloween costumes!

{Sorry for the lack of photos: I am blogging from Billy's computer as I haven't figured out the wireless connection yet.}

Taking it all in

We are enjoying our time in the Big Apple so far. Eating lots of good food, taking in the sights and watching a show (Next to Normal - it was excellent!). Today we stopped by the MOMA and are headed to the new park, Highline. I love this city!

I loved it!

new skirt

I tend to become obsessed with things and that's all I can think about. At the beginning of the year it was scrapping and photos and crafting. I still take tons of photos but sadly I have not scrapped in over 2 months! Aack! I haven't even printed any photos since May! Really need to get back into it!

So what has been taking up my free time? My other obsession, clothes! With wardrobe remix on flickr, I have been reassessing my closet and finding inspiration in clothes!


I just bought this skirt on sale and Anthropologie and love it, especially the ruffles and pockets. I've also decided that it's never to late to be a fashionista!

Great weekend

Spending the week away from home was no fun, but it did make me appreciate being home that much more!

On Sunday I made it to yoga. Unfortunately not practicing for a whole week really set me back on some of the poses, but I really need to remember it's not about getting in the poses, it's about breathing and stretching etc etc etc. The next month or two I will not be practicing as regularly because of my travel schedule and really need to appreciate what I can do and let go of the rest.

Joe and I had a yummy brunch at one of our favorite casual dining places, Empire Cafe.I enjoyed a chai latte while Joe got some regular coffee. And I ate a breakfast quesadillawhile Joe chowed down on some Italien toast.

Later yesterday afternoon we met up with our friends for a Funday Sunday. Our regular spot Berry Hill is no longer happenin' but a new bar, Bronx, has opened in its place.



(The last photo is of the 2 DJs who used to play at BH!)

Today Joe and I ate outside at Discovery Green. We also saw a cool exhibit of different decorated globes



Here are some of my favorites.

I am currently debating on whether I am going to practice some yoga this afternoon. I think I am more in the mood for a nap!

Home sweet home!

I drove home yesterday. And in my haste to be home and the excitement of being home, I actually FORGOT to take a photo-of-the-day! The first time this whole year this has happened. I just remembered this morning. So I better go take one right now before this becomes a trend!

Magically delicious

Travelling for work is no fun. I like my schedule at home and have a hard time readjusting it, especially working out. I did find a yoga studio about 20 minutes away so I hope to be able to practice more next time I am here. I also am going to download a 1 week free membership to Bally's next time as well - hotel "fitness centers" really just don't cut it.

I spend more money too because I shop more - what else am I going to do? I really want to find a pair of cute comfortable shoes to bring to NYC at the end of the month.

But the one best thing about living at a hotel that serves breakfast?At least I get my cereal fix!

No rest for the weary

After spending the weekend up north, we drove back yesterday, rested and I am now out west in San Antonio. I will be working here indefinitely until they find a new doc. Luckily the other doc in H-town and I are alternating weeks here but it's still a pain.

Saturday night was really fantastic. We spent the night catching up with tons of peeps from high school. I must say, I feel our class is closer now that we have graduated than we were when we were in school...if that makes any sense.

I will admit the one person I was most looking forward to seeing was my dear pal, GD (pictured on left).He was such a sweetheart to me my senior year and helped me work through many issues (mostly involving the boy pictured right!) without even knowing it! Although he may look a little goofy, his glasses a bit thicker than I remember and his voice definitely deeper than I remember, I really really loved seeing him and his sweet wife. Sometimes I feel like I have an unnatural attachment to old friends, but then again, who cares. They are what make life worth it, right?

testing...

my attempt to post multiple photos from flickr...

I survived!

The first night of our 20 year high school reunion! And really enjoyed it I might add. We started the night off with a delicious home-cooked meal by momThen changed and made our way to the homecoming game.We saw quite a few old friends at the game, even though it was quite chilly outside!After staying out at the game for far too long we made our way to M Bar, the meeting place for our class. I really enjoyed catching up with everyone, but especially 2 of my favorite boys from our class: (even though I see Billy much more than anyone else, I still really miss him! and Eddie has gotten even sweeter and cuter with time!)

Wish me luck!

This weekend is my 20th high school reunion! I cannot believe it...I really don't feel that old, but when you think about it, I was already 14 when my mom was my age now. And I still feel like my mother's daughter, as in, I am not ready to grow up!

Some fond memories of high school:Seeing Europe for the first timeMaking some dear friends, many of whom I have reconnected through Facebook!My bffs!And the first boy who broke my heart, yet is still my bff and who taught me to love unconditionally! I am still most looking forward to hanging out with him and his partner even though we see them every year!

Neglected

I feel like I have been neglecting the ole bloggy lately but I guess, like anything, my inspiration and motivation come in waves. I guess I could post about how unprepared I was this morning to run 7 miles in a sauna (well, not really, but that's literally how it feels like when you step outside right now...welcome, global warning!).

Or I could post how I am putting together my outfits for the weekend...gotta look good for the 20 year high school reunion!

Or I could post how the hubs literally packed a car full of stuff for a 4 day weekend (granted half of it was workout gear but still...).

I could even post that I am just looking forward to spending some quality time with friends and family this weekend.

Instead I think I will just get back to life...

I thought it was supposed to be fall...

but you never know what you are going to get with the H-town humidity! Although the temperature is in the high 70s (before 8 am, mind you), the humidity makes it feel at least 10-15 degrees warmer. And stickier. And grosser. How is a girl to wear any cute fall clothes?? Instead I am in thisjust hanging out at home until it's time to go to work.

I just blinked

...and the 1st weekend in October is almost over! What happened??

Well...Joe finally returned home on Thursday. Friday we just chilled out at home. Saturday I got my hair cut and colored (see photo!). We also helped host an engagement party for our friends J&M at Club Rue.

And today I managed to practice yoga, do some grocery shopping, clean up my scrap crap (maybe I'll even get a layout or 2 done this month!) and upload a ton a photos. We also watched The Contender, a 2000 movie about a woman who get nominated to be VP of the country and how her opponents try to bring her down. It was pretty good, except for the cheesy ending.

I'm hoping this will be a less stressful week at work and am glad I still have another day before I go back!

Whew!

Well, we made it thru September sans hurricanes! This year is flying by! And I have feeling October is going to be even faster!

10 random things right now:
1) I am missing my hubs tremendously!
2) I can't wait to get back into yoga practice.
3) I am looking forward to meeting my new nephew in a few months :)
4) My 20 year high school reunion is in 2 weekends - aaack! (Fortunately most peeps have been in touch via FB, so it shouldn't be too traumatic)
5) I really wish I had more time to spend with peeps who live out of town.
6) I waste too much time on the computer
7) I have a major sweet tooth.
8) I am doing my best to curb my shopping habit...it's just hard when the sales come around!
9) I really wish my calves were a bit thinner so I could wear cool tall boots.
10) Did I already say I miss my hubs? Thank goodness he is coming home tomorrow!