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I have a job interview tomorrow. I’m extremely nervous, because a lot rides on me getting this job (well, any job, really). I believe I should know by the end of the week but knowing that doesn’t really make the wait any easier. Another reason I’m feeling nervous is because my dad is having his gallbladder removed in the morning. I know it’s just considered a minor surgery anymore, but he’s my dad. I’m still worried, and I’ll be worried until he’s home and back to normal. Spending a lot of time with family helped me through this weekend. I do have to say that my nephew’s enthusiasm and giggles are infectious. It’s hard to feel nervous when he’s making all sorts of weird noises and splashing me with water. And when he eats my homemade brownies and squeals with laughter. Apparently he approves. Well, I’m going to spend the rest of my night and tomorrow morning reading over some potential interview questions and polishing my portfolio. Good thoughts are always appreciated!

We went to see more fireworks tonight. Our nephew was a much happier camper tonight. He happily babbled away the whole way to the fireworks, and most of the way back. Then he fell asleep after he kept trying to hold my hand. I almost died from the cuteness. I can’t believe how fast he’s starting to walk/run. I hope everyone else has had a safe and happy holiday weekend!

We went (somewhat reluctantly) to see fireworks tonight. We wanted to go, after hearing that our nephew loves fireworks. So we wanted to see his reaction. Jack and I had planned to go to a local grocery store parking lot that was in perfect view of the fireworks, and asked the rest of the family to go. About an hour before the fireworks, Jack’s sister-in-law decides that we’re going somewhere different. Much MUCH closer to the fireworks, much too close for a one-year old’s ears. Needless to say, I was pissed. I can’t stand loud noises and have even had issues with hearing damage. Jack and I decided not to go, and then at the last minute, changed our minds. When we got there, the fireworks were just beginning. Our nephew was very upset by the loud noises, was crying, going from person to person, and didn’t really want to watch the fireworks. Can I say “I told you so”? The fireworks were way too loud, and we had to look almost straight up to see them. Never again. Next time we make plans and she decides to change them, she can go by herself.

Long weekend for the holiday. That means extra time with Jack :)

I got my hair cut today. They probably took about four inches off. It looks a lot better, even though I was hoping to leave it long until after we go to the beach. However, I have a job interview on Monday and I want to look nice. I’m so freaking nervous, but hopefully I’ll know soon. Please say some prayers or something, because I NEED this job.

With my recent health developments and medication, I’ve had to develop a better, healthier daily routine. I’ve always been a creature of habit, but changing those habits will be the hardest thing in the world for me. My doctor recommended to cut way back on carbs and sugars. I love rice, bread, pasta, potatoes, and chocolate. Needless to say, I have a long road ahead of me. With eating better and taking care of myself also comes the responsibility of remembering to take medication every day – something I’ve never been good at. Time and time again, I’ve tried to take multivitamins, but never made it past a week without failing. I’ve stocked up on fruits for snacks and salad for lunch, and I’m going to limit my carbohydrates to dinner. I stopped drinking soda for the most part. Now comes the hard part – to resist the chocolate in the fridge, to resist having that second helping of mashed potatoes, to resist having a big bowl of chicken rice for lunch. To resist foods high in fat and cholesterol. Basically, to do a complete overhaul of my current eating habits. I’m on the third day of my new routine, and so far it is going well. My next steps will be to add more exercise, and drink more water. Once I am on the full dosage of my medication, I want to add some vitamins. This is going to be the hardest change of my life. But I know if I can stick with it, my health will greatly improve and the quality of my life will be better.

For this reason, I’ve decided to participate in NaBloPoMo this month. I need to establish a better routine in my life, and what better way than blogging every day? If you’re coming here for the first time, please excuse the clutter on my site. I’m stuck at a dead-end for a design, and stopped halfway through last time around. I’m working on something, but haven’t got it right yet.