Slacker

I know I am supposed to update this every Sunday, then that turned into every Monday - I did have every intention of doing it yesterday but a friend was having a bad day so there went those plans. My night turned out really well, dinner, wine, skype with my shanooks (with Travis and Emma too), and a slumber party.

Last week was really low key but very much needed at the same time. The NFL draft came and went, Trav had some guys over and I was enjoying myself. I can't wait for the season to start.

I will say this in here because the only people that read my blog are people that already know this, I am glad I have independent strong friends that don't need a babysitter. Enjoy the solitude of a night alone when you get it, it comes few and far between the busy hours days months of your life. Take a step outside of your comfort zone and realize the boogie man won't get you.

I apparently left my car window down last night (not all the way but a good amount to where you could put your arm in and unlock the door if you wanted) and nothing was taken. My sunglasses lay on the passenger seat, my Cd's in my door, the jacket and blanket strewn across the back seats ... everything right where it was left. That was either luck or we picked the right apartment complex to live in. Mind you, I won't be testing this theory of mine and will count those lucky stars and double check my windows from now on hah.

Saturday night I got to see a lot of my girl friends and that was nice, we hung out at Amanda's house because she was putting on her first "brown bag party". I got some bath salts and this stuff called satin sheets; it's supposed to absorb the "wet spot", but you know there really isn't a wet spot afterwards anymore. We do move positions quite a bit. We'll see maybe it'll be useful in the summer months ahead. I am planning to have a party in a month for her! Those parties are always a blast.

Sunday Travis and I played some mini golf at Boomers in Irvine, I lost of course. It was fun he and I had never been and I think it's something we will do again soon. We also went to game 6 for the King's playoff game. They were eliminated. Boo. It's been 6, or 8, years since they were in contention for the Stanley Cup so I feel lucky to even the chance to see them lose. As they always say in sports, there's always next year...

If I had my life to live over ...

IF I HAD MY LIFE TO LIVE OVER -

by Erma Bombeck (written after she found out she was dying from cancer).
I would have gone to bed when I was sick instead of pretending the earth would go into a holding pattern if I weren't there for the day. I would have burned the pink candle sculpted like a rose before it melted in storage. I would have talked less and listened more. I would have invited friends over to dinner even if the carpet was stained, or the sofa faded. I would have eaten the popcorn in the 'good' living room and worried much less about the dirt when someone wanted to light a fire in the fireplace. I would have taken the time to listen to my grandfather ramble about his youth. I would have shared more of the responsibility carried by my husband. I would never have insisted the car windows be rolled up on a summer day because my hair had just been teased and sprayed. I would have sat on the lawn with my grass stains.
I would have cried and laughed less while watching television and more while watching life. I would never have bought anything just because it was practical, wouldn't show soil, or was guaranteed to last a lifetime. Instead of wishing away nine months of pregnancy, I'd have cherished every moment and realized that the wonderment growing inside me was the only chance in life to assist God in a miracle.
When my kids kissed me impetuously, I would never have said, 'Later. Now go get washed up for dinner.' There would have been more 'I love you's' More 'I'm sorry's.'
But mostly, given another shot at life, I would seize every minute.look at it and really see it . . live it and never give it back. STOP SWEATING THE SMALL STUFF!!!
Don't worry about who doesn't like you, who has more, or who's doing what Instead, let's cherish the relationships we have with those who do love us.

Eh.

I don't feel like updating much today. Nikki's shower was fun :) Hanging out with my mom this weekend was great actually. Dinner and the Hendrick Household was great. Last week seemed to have taken forever. ... this week I'll put my work outs back on track.


Do you think this year will be better than the last?
I sure hope so, It wasn't horrible but my car breaking down, Travis being put on bed rest for an "unknown disease" not knowing when he was going to get better, our future being put on hold isn't something I'd sign up for again.

Do you prefer warm or cold weather?
Cooler weather. I like to bundle up.

Has anyone got on your nerves lately?
It's just PMS :)

Is there someone who you can spend every minute with and be happy?
Jolie. Hahah, and Travis. I heart him.

Do you think two people can last a lifetime?
Yes.

If someone cheated on you would you take him or her back if you really loved them?
Maybe. That is my honest answer (hopefully it will never happen and we won't have to test this answer.)

Are you happy with the way things are going?
Sometimes I wish for a little more variety, but if it didn't come I would still be happy.

Who was the last girl you talked to?
My Marble.

Do you think relationships are hard?
No. If you want it you have to work for it, I don't consider that hard, but worth it.

Are you a patient person?
For the most part yes.

What are you thinking about right now?
Being patient ... and what will come of it :)

Do you believe your last ex and you can really ever be "just friends"?
Ya, I have no feelings for anyone than my love.

Did you reject or accept your last friend request?
I wanted to reject it - but I accepted it. Call it feeling guilty since she's family and I just saw her hah.

Is there a specific moment you can replay in your mind perfectly?
A few of them. :)

Honestly, who was the last person to tell you that they love you?
Jolie this morning when I came out of the bedroom.

Did you sleep alone on new years?
Nope. :)

Who called you last?
My momma.

How long has it been since you kissed someone?
3 hours.

What was the last thing you drank?
Coffee, duh it's still in the AM it takes me forever to finish my morning cup.

Are you currently looking forward to anything?
Ohhh yes. Life.

Do you like to cuddle?
When it's cold out.

Who did you last ride in a car with?
Travis, on the way home from dinner last night. We were planning: get home brush teeth feed the pets get in bed. Lol.

Have you dated the person you texted last?
He's my lover ;)

Could you go the rest of your life without smoking a cigarette?
Yep.

Do you wear eyeliner?
On certain occasions.

Think back in April, how was your love life then?
It is April :) It's still full of love.

Is your mom over 50?
She is turning 50 in November - the day after my 2 year anniversary!

Where were you last night at 10:00pm and who with?
At Alyse and Andrew's house watching Shutter Island.

Do you have someone of the opposite sex you can tell everything to?
Travis.

Hate anyone?
No, there is no room for hate.

How many of your friends do you truly trust?
All of my besties :)

Where is your biological father right now?
Off of Magnolia in Garden Grove.

Do you sleep with a fan on?
When it's hot yes, if it's not hot then no ... my nose gets stuffy.

Is it ever too late to apologize?
Yes.

Do you think things will change in the next few months?
Yes, a few more people will be married, a new baby will be here and Trav will be 25 :)

Is your birthday in less than 6 months?
It is 6 months away!

Are you giving up on someone?
Sort of?

Do you hate being home alone?
If it's for an extended period yes, but It wouldn't hurt to have the Queen to myself :)

If your parents searched your room, would they be mad at what they'd find?
Why on earth would they search my room? It's my place.

Would you go out in public looking the way you do?
I am in public.

Honestly, do you really love the last person you said I love you to?
He is my forever.

Do you know anyone who is pregnant?
Christy Higgins Duong :) ... baby shower in two weeks.

Are you good at giving directions?
Yes :) ... but it coudn't hurt you to look it up yourself sometimes ?? :)

Do you know your social security card by heart?
Yes I do.

Well ... a twist on a blog. Lol. Hope you learned something.

Missing Earring

I feel really bad right now, I lost a diamond earring. Well I hope to say that it's just "misplaced" at the moment. My mom had gotten me those for my 21st birthday, I think? I just know I've had them for awhile. Ugh.

Good news is we have a George Foreman grill now, and it works great. I made some homemade burgers last night for dinner and they were delish.

Tonight is Trav's last basketball game on Clip Show. We'll celebrate at Michaels after the game, should be a good time. Tomorrow starts a new journey though with the Airballers. He's going to be playing at the Laguna Niguel Boys and Girls Club I believe. They were hoping to have a better run than Clip Show did but as its predicted right now the bottom is where they'll stay. Apparently Wednesday nights are a tough night, some good guys play. They were told they would have better luck with Tuesdays. C'est la vie.

I have been waking up at 6am. I am so not a morning person, if I ever had a doubt about it this would pretty much seal the deal. I just love sleeping, I don't think Travis gets that.

I need to make myself work out and quit playing head games with myself hah. I need to give in to what is going to be better for me in the long run. Oye.

Last Saturday Travis and I did a walk for MS with Josh (he got his community service credit for doing it) it was a nice 2 mile walk through the campus of UCI. I ran into an old high school teacher on the way, she was a supporter along the route "you can do it .. lol". Saturday night we played pool, which is starting to be a regular thing lol. I won 2 games of cut throat! I snuck in there and made just enough balls to get the win while the boys were gunning for each other.

Sunday was pick up mail from mom's then JoBeth's bridal shower and then Lucille's BBQ. I forgot my purse at the restaurant! Travis Brenda and I head back to get it and luckily it was right where I left it, under my chair at the table. My old high school friend Kenny and his family was sitting at that table! How crazy.

Next weekend will be busy busy again :).

Shake Rattle and Roll

Yesterday we had an earthquake, a substantial one - 7.2. I thought Travis was moving my chair at first which was funny; I then realized everyone was looking at their chairs thinking someone was moving them and at that point we all agreed, we must be having an earthquake.

We all just sat around looking at each other kind of waiting to see how long it would last. It was more of a rolling quake than a shaking quake. I like the rolling quakes more - feel like you could stand up and surf. Haha.

Easter was relaxing. Rhys and Leslie made it, Zac came with his girlfriend Rachael, I told him if he doesn't keep her I will. We didn't play cricket this year, we all just wanted to sit around and play cards and talk with each other. (My brothers and I with Pat and Dylan- we hardly ever see each other anymore it's nice to all be together)

Travis and I walked home from my Mataunte's house. (Six minute walk lol) Opened our Ivory Label and enjoyed a quiet evening at home. Played some Yahtzee and watched Stephen King's "The Stand" (Travis just got done reading that 1000 page book lol). The wine is definately going in our top wines to drink. It was not that expensive, under $15, and it was delicious! I will always recommend it.

Saturday we went to Prado Park in Chino to hang out wiht Travis' family all day. That was nice and relaxing as well. The second go around of hanging otu with his entire family like that was a piece of cake. By then I've been to countless birthday parties, football games, anniversary parties, etc. They have become my second family. His cousin Britney is dating a guy named Mike. I used to work with him at Best Buy back in the good ol days hahah.. He go to experience meeting everyone for the first time on Saturday but it was bitter sweet for him. Surrounding by a huge family and finding out really horrible news of his own. I still can't grasp how he stayed so calm when finding out his dad was murdered. "It was either liver failure or he was murdered." That to me is to broad of a spectrum to even speak in the same sentence. I wish him the best.

Saturday night Travis Amy and I went to play pool again. The "bouncer" at the door takes his job way to seriously. Under age kids are allowed to be in the place but he glances from ID to face at least 4 times before asking for your hand to mark it red. Ryan came and met up with us afterwards at our place and we hung out and drank and played a game it was really fun. I learned how to pour the "perfect" snake bite. In actuality it's just a regular one but it stays separated! The trick is to use a spoon.

Thursday Travis and I took Jon and Brandi to the Irvine Improv. We saw Ian Bagg. I wasn't sure at first but he turned out to be funny. More of the banter with the audience type of deal. I would see him again. I hope we get tickets for this upcoming week! (but for Brea, Brea is having an awesome lineup of comeidans. Marble gets to see Tosh on Friday woot!)

Last Monday we had a small get together and that turned out larger than I was expecting haha. It was Jon Natalie Lauren Amy Anthony and Krista. Six people over on a Monday night down to Lake Forest - that's not half bad lol. I love when my friends hang out!!

Ohhhh side note. New recipie for Caramel Banana Tiramisu. Delicious. I'll have to post the ingredients later so check back if you want it.