Yesterday, I took a half day from work. I left at noon (which I can do if I get the all-clear and I work the Saturday before) and it was one of the best things I could’ve done for myself. Last week was extremely stressful…I can’t believe I even had a vacation. It’s been non-stop ever since and I feel like I need another already. I plan on scheduling some long weekends, but until then, this little gap in the week was just what the doctor ordered. I made a couple of necessary appointments, ate a sandwich from one of my favorite deli’s, painted my nails (though I ended up settling on much different, brighter colors) and watched some Netflix.
Unlike most people I know, I wasn’t given a Thanksgiving break (aka Black Friday off). But I did have the whole weekend free and a bunch of PTO stocked up, so I decided to take a belated break and asked for yesterday and today off. I couldn’t have asked for a better weekend. It started with a surprise party for Brad’s cousin, Christmas shopping, zip lining, and cuddling with Brad, and is ending with so much lounging in PJs, zoning in front of the TV and reading my current book. It is just what the doctor ordered. If only I could relax like this more often!
Brad asked for Monday and Tuesday off like me, but ended up having to do some work today. So yesterday was our completely work-free workday. In honor of that, here are some photos I took of our little day of R&R.
Brad and I spent a lot of time in PJ pants and our super comfy socks from Old Navy. Cali all sleepy, guarding the top of the stairs. We had dinner at 12:30 a.m. Monday morning. Brad made pork chops and apples. So good. And why not eat late? It’s vacation! The only time we got out was to take a nice, long walk around the neighborhood. Foliage is basically gone, except for some headstrong leaves. Christmas decorations popping up! Dairy Queen is closed. No need for ice cream when it starts to get icy!
I’m in a totally happy place. Usually I’d be completely bummed about going back to work, but I feel so renewed and refreshed, I’m ready. Plus, it’s a short week. Not too shabby!
Considering the holidays were just upon us, you might be surprised to learn that I haven’t really spent as much time at home with my family as I would’ve liked. “Family” dinner with friends, enjoying the company of our long-distance friend Ed, cuddling with my boyfriend over the holidays, New Year’s Eve partying and recovering. I feel like I haven’t been at home at all. So I decided to spend the last couple of nights at home. Mostly doing laundry and organizing my room (remember, it’s one of my “resolutions” for the year…), but also enjoying beverages from the Keurig (like a hot apple cider I maybe spiked with some white wine), Chinese from my favorite takeout spot, dog-sitting Artie, and getting back into nail art (Huge thanks to Little Nails, a fairly new blog that is SO lovely and inspiring!).
Within 24 hours, I got two new pairs of shoes. Aside from sneakers, I don’t wear shoes with laces, but I am so excited about these. The ones on the left are from a vintage shop in Jim Thorpe. They were 10 dollars and fit so I couldn’t deny them. I already told you about the others. I love shoes. I love clothes. So much to wear, so little time.
On a side note, I took advantage of the capability of a half day at work. I need this. I am lounging in bed on a rainy, icky day, listening to music and looking at pretty things online, and eventually laying down, baking something sweet, and getting tacos with my bros. People should never underestimate the power of time off. Mental health is super important. And I have been ripping mine to shreds running around and being a billion different people, letting everything get to me and worrying about everything under the sun. So…I’m happy now. Even though I’ll be back to the grind for the rest of the week…
I’m officially exhausted and I’m pretty sure my body is revolting against me out of anger from lack of sleep. I can’t help it. I like to do things. I get distracted by DVDs and Band Hero. You only live once after all. I’ll sleep when I’m dead. And other clichés about living and sleeping and whatever.
Anyway, tomorrow is my last full day of work for the weekend. Thursday is a halfday and then I have a three day weekend and I just simply cannot wait anymore. I need to sleep and breathe and relax and stay in my pajamas all day and watch endless DVDs and play the Wii and rot away for a few days.
But first, a New Year’s Eve celebration with my dear friends and video game band play.
I suck at blogging these days. I love doing it, I love reading others. But I feel like mine are lacking, and I can honestly say a large part of it is my lack of personal pictures to keep it interesting. I do a lot and see a lot (we won 2nd place at Pub Stumpers last night, saw Christmas lights, and even exchanged some small presents), but you can’t see what is going on in my life. Soon though…really soon.
I passed up an opportunity to make this weekend a 3-day weekend before Thanksgiving and I’m regretting that. I just want to sleep in and relax and enjoy the holidays. But I’ll be working tomorrow and Saturday. Both days until 1, so that’s a half day and not so bad. Still, I relish the ability to stay in my pajamas for a long time and not rush to go somewhere or do something.
Though I love going somewhere and doing something.
I can’t stop going these days. It really does feel like my life is crazy crazy crazy. But I wouldn’t have it any other way. I may be grumpily exhausted, but I’ll sleep when I’m dead. Whether I’m somewhere with friends or even running errands by myself, I like doing something, anything. Because that’s what being young is about. I pride myself on the fact that I keep work separate. I don’t take it home with me, and a lot of people make that mistake (I am pretty early in though, so this could change. It took me almost 2 years to get sick of my previous job.). I’m not working my dream career. And yeah, sometimes the job, the people, the work can be stressful, infuriating, or annoying. There have been times I’ve wanted to cry (but never beyond the situation itself). But I’m making money and I have health insurance and in times like this, I’m very blessed to have both of these. It might not be what I always thought I would do, but I have time after work and on the weekends to work on those goals and dreams. I feel like too many people get all caught up in how they aren’t doing what they want instead of appreciating what they have right now. We all do that, though, in all different aspects of our life. But I’m happy that once I’m home, I’m home.
Speaking of, I will be relaxing the next few days, for the holidays. I plan on watching a couple movies tonight (I’m thinkin’ Extract and All About Steve) and staying warm in comfy clothes because I am freezing. I’m worried that I won’t be able to stay settled for long. I already have plans for the movie theater lined up. And I don’t plan on stopping there.
I think the point of my blogging today was to say that I hope to make this blog more interesting, or at least as interesting as it was before (if it even was before), as soon as I can get my hands on a digital camera (Um, Friday please?). Regardless, I’ll keep doing it because I love to do it. But I’d like you out there to enjoy it as well.
And um…YAY! I don’t care…I love the show. The first movie is good, though I do feel it paled in comparison to the amazingness of the show. But fabulous friends in fabulous clothes talking about relationships and love and life and fashion…well, I cannot say no to that!!!!!
A box of Franzia Fruity Red Sangria. I obviously don’t plan on drinking the whole thing in one night, but I find it important to keep wine available to me at all times.
My family. Though I always wish my sister were here, it’s nice to hang out with my parents.
Taylor Lautner hosting SNL! I don’t care if it sucks and it isn’t funny. I’m excited.
Nothing to do tomorrow but relax some more! I needed this weekend.
By the way, I noticed Ed Hardy Sangria at the Wine and Spirits store. I’m offended. But I’m sure a whole slew of people were excited to find this out.
I cannot get outta my bed these days, completely dressed or stripped down to the bone. I am in love with turning off most of the lights and gazing at the computer all day. This is a problem. I pride myself on not watching much TV (Lost and Flight of the Conchords are the only things I make sure to catch every week). However, I've replaced it with hours on the internet, looking at blogs and clothing sites, wishing I had an exciting life. As much as I love it, come the end of spring break I have too get this showboat on the road. No more dillydallying. Good times, good drinks, and loads of memories. TIME IS FLYING.
It's a gray, gloomy, chilly day. Most people would probably hate it. But I love it. I always have and I probably always will. There is something comforting about this kind of day, because your internal instinct is to stay in, to cuddle under the covers, to just relax. It's kind of romantic, even if you're alone. Which is what I feel like being right now. Alone. I love being social. I love surrounding myself with my friends or anyone I can communicate with. I am alone enough in my room. But somedays, like today, I highly dislike the prospect of being around people. Especially if they are not feeling the way I do, and they are laughing and joking and I don't really want any part of it.
Today, instead of classes (which I have to go to), I'd rather stay in bed with a never ending cup of tea and the lights off, flipping through the channels and napping on and off. But alas. Class soon.
20-something girl, in love with love and weekends and sunshine. I adore blogs, Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest, etc. I have 8 cameras (2 instant, 1 35 mm SLR, 1 DSLR, and 4 Lomography). Always looking to add more to the collection. I am obsessed with my iPhone and iPhoneography. I also love: thrift store (ok, any kind) shopping, floral prints, the magic hour, food, TV shows on DVD, reading, free time, and spending time with friends, family, and my boyfriend.
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