Erincita

Friday, November 28, 2003

Although it was sad to be without family this Thanksgiving, I had a lovely experience. After all, I've spent several holidays away from home and seeing how other people celebrate is always fun. I guess you could say I have my own family here. I am definitely lovestruck at the moment. Poor Chris is working like crazy, and was called to do overtime today. We could use the money so I never complain, just miss him alot. He worked yesterday too, but we didn't miss anything because he gets off work at noon. It's a perk for me but I can't blame him for wanting to sleep in past 3am. Sometimes I can't sleep after he leaves so I just get up and watch the food network until 5am rolls around and I can catch the first aerobics class down at the gym. Today I'm just going to have to sit around because we spent the night at his parents (babysitting the dog) and since we took my car, there's no spare. I could call one of the girls and go shopping but that's just not one of the traditions I'm into. Anyways....yesterday we were 2 of maybe 4 out of 20 people who were not related to the "Hum's" in one way or another (not the actual family name but you can never be too careful). It was just fun. I mean, who doesn't love great food and good friends? Holiday cheer seemed very evident and I was just very, very happy. Chris and I were both tired by 7pm and most everyone was going to their next stop on the Turkey Day parade so we went back to his parents. We thought about going to Bill's (he actually scored a copy of Bruce Almighty and I really wanted to see it), but had a great evening together, just the two of us, fat and happy.

8:52 AM |

Wednesday, November 19, 2003

Let's hear it for windex!!! Chris and I decided that an unspeakably extravagant amount of money is justifiable for vanity's sake because hey, "we're worth it". Last week, we decided to join Canton's Lifetime Fitness, a health club that is second to none. We might say it is comparable in many ways to Redmond's Pro Club. Actually, it's kind of a trade-off. I had to give up valet parking in exchange for a rock wall. What I love most is is the classes. Over 100 a week to choose from. So far I've done salsa (twice, it's the only thing I'm good at so far), basic training, and power pilates. Piliates sucks ass, but I'm determined to keep going until it just plain sucks. Had my fitness assessment yesterday. I'm 4 lbs shy of being overweight, scored the on the lowest possible end of "very poor" for my cardiovascular fitness, and moderate on my flexibility. Sad, so sad. But that's why I'm here, right? I got "free" vitamins, energy shakes, energy bars, protein bars, a dvd and a booklet on metabolism, and a duffle back with the start-up fee. There's nothing free about it but I feel healthier already. No news on the job front yet, but I made a call and left a message at U of M to see if the position has been filled or not. So far it's sending out resumes with every Sunday paper. I'm tired of being unemployed but I'm liking Michigan very much. I guess it just took some getting used to. Today is comparable to an early spring day in Seattle. It looks sunny but the chill could fool you. Still it's pretty. Fall is a nice season here.

12:32 PM |

Tuesday, November 11, 2003

It would be nice if news on the job front included something along the lines of an offer of employment. For those who have not yet heard, I actually did score an interview with the U of M. IF they like me enough, they will call me for a second interview, so I'm just hoping, I guess. I should write later. Thought I could get myself in the mood but can't.

10:36 AM |