Christmas time

Christmas... oh how I love it. I have had multiple parties, get togethers, luncheons, etc to celebrate Christmas. It seems to never end.

I go to my parent's house on Friday. It should feel like winter there. I look forward to that.

Feeling like a grown up

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This morning Lyndsay, Cory, my roommate Jen and I went to the Monrovian for breakfast before Lyndz and Cory left for Monterey. It was the first time I've ever fought for the bill. It was fun. I always wanted to be grown up enough to be able to a) afford to pay for everyone's bill, b) want to pay for the people I was eating with c) enjoy the struggle.
I walked home from the restaurant and was sweating on my way because it is so warm outside. where did December go? This shot is what winter should look and feel like, eh?


I'm going to be the maid of honor in a wedding in 14 days. I really should begin perfecting my toast.

Can it be any less like winter?

So, I live in So. California, right? Well this is my 5th year living her and I still can't get over the fact that it is December 17th and was at least 80 degrees outside. WHAT? so much for dreaming of a White Christmas.

I have friends here this week. It's been nice. Wish they were here full time. yep.

I'll take my losses

I watched 3 glorious hours of tv tonight (the tivo'ed version of the last 2 nights of Survivor Vanuatu). Great season. It ended strongly, in my opinion. My friends and I bet on the 2nd episode of who we think is going to win. don't get your hopes too high. Yet again, I did not win. Although I did get closer to winning our $40 pot of gold than ever before. I feel so proud.

My second loss of the night was that job I applied for a couple of weeks ago closed today. Without even an interview or call from them. Another job idea to let go of. One of these days I will find something that suits my gifts... stay tuned. It will happen. I am certain of it.

Ocean's 12

Somehow I've seen Ocean's 12 twice in 2 days and it's only been out in LA 3 days. I'm not really sure how it all happened.

Is anyone else having trouble deciding what to get their mom for Christmas? I am having a terrible time. suggestions anyone?

Deep Breath

It's been busy here at work today. I finally hit a lull in the afternoon and thought I would blog in.

I had met up with a dear friend, Lancie, last night for dinner. We talked about her upcoming wedding, her work, my life, my work, etc. At the end of the night when we hugged and parted ways I sat in my car and gave a smile. I love that girl. Not only is she real and honest with me she's fun and challenges me in the same breath. How did I let so many days pass between our conversations? and it's not just her. Why have I tended to so few dear and precious relationships?

On a much lighter note... I love a few television shows. Ok, I'm on the obsessive side of love for even a fewer few. One of those few shows is Survivor. Now, those that know my television life know that I have been obsessed with this TV show for years. It's in it's 10th season and I haven't missed an episode since the beginning of Season 3. The final episode is on Sunday. My friends that I watch it with are just as obsessed as me ( I think that is mostly what I love it so much). We're going to order pizza and watch 3 glorious hours of TV. yes, I know. You think I'm crazy. I may be, I just may be.

The Joy of Retreats

I spent the weekend at Lake Arrowhead with Church. I realized this weekend that there is something huge about community. Jesus did some incredible things over the weekend. I made some new friends, rekindled some old ones, laughed harder than I have in months, and loved the snow... but most importantly was blown away by how much He loves me and He wants me to be whole. Prophecy was spoken, bonds of sin were broken, tears of joy and release were shared and we did it as a body. nothing beats it.

uh, what?

I realized today that it is already December. How the heck did that happen? Coast, the radio station, is already playing Christmas music 24/7 and the Christmas music is playing on the street in downtown Glendora in full force...

I got offered a job I didn't apply for and I applied for a different job on the same day. Sure never had that happen before.

It was easy to fill out the app, I already knew all the answers. But when I faxed it over is when I got nervous. Seems silly to be nervous to apply for a new job, I mean all I did was send over paperwork. go figure.