Monday, November 23, 2009

Boogie Woogie Monday

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I swear, I'm about to burst with excitement!



In a matter of days...well I usually count the nights I'm in this lonely house (2 more nights)...I'll be with my family and friends and of course with Handsome!!!



I'm honored and privileged to be heading home this Thanksgiving weekend to be a support for my friend on her wedding day! Of course, the wonderfullness (yes my word) is I get to see everyone from family, church family, coworkers...



mmmm so nice. Now if I can only contain this excitement to make it through the next two days of classes...



Happy Monday!



Oh! thought for today:



It is the simplest joys that can bring the Heart it’s sweetest pleasures.



Let's reflect on those simple joys...on how blessed we are regardless of the situation!



smooches!

Friday, November 20, 2009

BIGFOOT




OK. so not quite...but how can something that provides such warmth, comfort and just pleasure make my feet look so ugly????????
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LOL.



quite random...yes I know but I bought these boots on a whim, partly because I was seeking for something comfortable and warm (not necessarily stylish) and of course, inexpensive! these were about $15 bucks on ebay and shipping to Canada was another $10ish so that ended up being very reasonable...especially considering most online stores want me to pay more than $20 for shipping to Canada. so not cool.


I won't be giving these babies up anytime soon, even though they make my feet look like its the size of Shaquille O'Neil. My friend and I were giggling uncontrollably because her first response after cooing over how comfy they were- was "BigFoot"!!!
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Note: these are NOT UGGS. These are a very cheaply made imitation and I've already seen where the bottom is wearing off quickly. I dont' know what's going to be left and how long its going to last, but I won't be too hurt if they don't last past this winter...it will give me an incentive to actually invest next fall and get a more sturdy pair of warm comfy boots!





I'm out! smooches

Thursday, November 19, 2009

::PAUSE::


I feel like I'm having an elipses moment


I'm nowhere near being done with this semester but in light of the fact that we have exactly 3 weeks of classes left and I just completed another major project and am feeling comfortable (about 45% done) with another major project, I'm having an 'exhale' moment.
Not a break, not time to rest, nor let out the breath or even sleep, just an ...


because there is definitely more to go!!


smooches!

Sunday, November 15, 2009

moving...again?!?!?


Well the past two weeks have been interesting to say the least. I've put in a request to my landlords, about a week ago, to prematurely terminate my lease. This request went with a thumping heart and a million prayers as I know that there were a couple ways that letter could have been received and of those ways, more than half were negative! :sigh:


Well, full of class and grace, my wish has been granted under one circumstance, the house gets sold/rented before I leave. So as of last week Monday, the house is now on the market and once a prospective person(s) signs the contract, then my contract is terminated- IMMEDIATELY.


Quite the interesting predicament huh? Well a little background so you can understand what drove me to such a drastic decision:

1. finances: we aren't begging or selling but we aren't doing as well as we were a couple months ago when we had two full incomes and one set of bills. There were some disappointments regarding scholarships and financial opportunities at the beginning of the semester that I had no control over so we just 'rolled with the punches' and now realize that these punches are hurting! :-) I would do anything now to decrease some strain on my husband who takes his job as 'provider' very very seriously!!!

2. distance: I've mentioned I'm getting awesome exercise walkng to and from school and honestly, I'm ok with it. EXCEPT at 5pm or later once the sun begins to set and the normal walk becomes a safety risk...single female walking street in dark on same route at least 3 times per week...hmmm I know I watch too many crime dramas on tv (I'm addicted) but the reality is, despite my feelings of safety in this area, there is always a potential risk and I should be constantly aware of it. Now that I had a nice reminder about this 2 weeks ago (I'll spare you the details-nothing serious but creepy), it's more of an issue than it was before. I didn't even mention the impending winter that's approaching and how this 1/2 hr walk will soon become brutal when I'm faced with the elements: snow, wind, ice, slush... NOT. FUN. ANYMORE

3. opportunity: I wasn't looking for a new place. let me put that out there... but like life, tons of opportunities blow your way once you are in a situation (eg have a job, have a home etc). Where were all these awesome vacant, reasonable, clean and close apartments when I was looking???? well apparently, right where they are now! I just had no clue of the area and where and how to look etc. But on a serious note, a friend/classmate somehow decided to ask on my behalf (without me even knowing) and found that the 2 bd apartment next to theirs (share an indoor duplex), was vacant with a price that beat what I currently pay and inclusive of utilities...which I currently pay! ahhhhhhh that had my head spinning for at least 3 days before I fully processed. I would be saving anywhere from $300 per month if I were to move. ahhhhhhhh and I wouldn't have to stress about a car because this place was 15 mins closer to school and closer to more convenient stores etc. and NO LEASE. which now I'm more appreciative of especially since I'll possibly be moving at an awkward time.


4. companionship: this is the last on the list and the least practical reason to break a legal binding contract but in my heart, is the first on the list. I would be literally a step away from two wonderful women who have slowly become friends and then a block away from other classmates/friends. WOW. this offers me some human contact outside of class days... that idea alone floats my heart. what can I say- I love my independence but I love being around people I care about more! This provides the best of both worlds!


So those 3 (ok...4) reasons drove me to write that letter and request to be released. I didn't quite expect this response but its fair and workable...but it's also very sporadic or unplanned. That is, I have no clue when someone is gonna make an offer/close/sign. Furthermore, I kinda wanted to be out here as of December when I leave for break, to start a new life in January. I'm going to be gone for about 3 weeks...what if I don't pack up before I leave and something happens and people want in the house beginning of month? I don't return until January 11th...and would be DISTRAUGHT if I have to leave Nassau on 'emergency' to come and move.
So the plan is to move before I lofe. Of course, moving means paying deposit on new apartment and confirming move in date before I even have move out date confirmed. ACK. can you say...drive me cazy?


I'm prayerfully waiting...quietly to just get some direction. The best scenario is for something to happen now or within the next 2 weeks so I'll know clearly to move and I just be 'homeless' i.e live on my new neighbors' couch for the last couple days I'm here but life is so funny...those 'best scenarios' rarely play out.


If you've got an extra prayer- lift one up on my behalf please. for wisdom. and also I'm praying for a quick turnover of this house. I don't mind (although I would love not to) paying December rent which is due in 2 weeks but I really really really want to start January fresh and paying only one rent!

Lord, I know you are there..you've heard me, you know my heart, and you my predicament. I quiet my heart to hear from you. I know you have my best at heart and is working everything out for my good. I love you. I also lift up everyone that passes through this page - let your Spirit become real to them, may their greatest need be met and know that it is YOU!~ your daughter, Gia


Happy Sunday!!!!!!!

Friday, November 6, 2009

Fried Dry!

my brain on stats!

Remember the early 90's anti-drug commercials with the eggs. "This is your brain"...scrambled eggs = "This is your brain on drugs".
Well that above kinda looks like how my brain feels. I've had a restless past two nights due to my dreams being invaded by my statistics assignment. Every time I feel like I'm moving forward and I understand and "I can do this", the wind gets knocked out of me!
I'm seriously tired. I think I will turn in for the night and start fresh again in a couple hours...
smooches