Since it's about midnight, here's what I ate today. This is an interesting "30 Days of Me" post because due to the recovery of my surgery I've been eating differently and trying to slowly introduce new foods into my diet.
- 1 bowl of Reese's Puffs cereal with vanilla soy milk
- 1 Red Baron Singles cheese pizza
- turkey, roast beef, and swiss sandwich
- chips & salsa
...the salsa did not sit well with my new tummy, note to self, I'm not ready for salsa
- 3 sugar cookies
- cheesestick
- cup of three cheese hamburger helper
So today I learned that I still have to keep it soft when it to food, AKA: I'm not ready for veggies yet, not even soft veggies in salsa.
Friday, September 10
Day Three/Four: My Parents
*For some crazy reason my blogger account didn't like me yesterday, and wouldn't let me sign in, so here is yesterday's "30 days of me" post, "My parents"...
My parents are Bill & Carol, they started dating when my dad was in college, and first met when they were in the same third grade class. (That's right third grade, and I'm 25 and single). They had a simple summer wedding (really simple, the reception was at the knights of columbus).
My mother, Carol was an excellent stay at home mom, she was (and still is) always there for us when we need her. She did have a few different part time jobs over the years, and when she was young she had jobs at a dress factory and as a telephone operator. One of my mom's greatest talents that she passed onto me, is her baking and cooking ability. She has an amazing story, growing up as a coal miner's daughter and ending up being a homemaker, of a very beautiful home.
My father, Bill works as an attorney, and has always worked really hard to provide for his family. We always say that Thomas' are some of the hardest working people you'll ever meet. His job included lots of traveling both domestically and internationally (including London, Sweden, India, and China). Without question, my dad's favorite hobby is reading. He always says that he hopes is eyesight is always good enough to read (oddly enough, all three of his children HATE to read). His favorite books are books about the Civil War, Gettysburg in particular.
Now that my parents are empty nesters, they love traveling during their free time. They have done road trips all over the US, and love going on cruises. But without question their favorite "getting old" thing is being grandparents! If they have so much as one day with no plans, they will be doing something with their grandkids.
My parents are Bill & Carol, they started dating when my dad was in college, and first met when they were in the same third grade class. (That's right third grade, and I'm 25 and single). They had a simple summer wedding (really simple, the reception was at the knights of columbus).
My mother, Carol was an excellent stay at home mom, she was (and still is) always there for us when we need her. She did have a few different part time jobs over the years, and when she was young she had jobs at a dress factory and as a telephone operator. One of my mom's greatest talents that she passed onto me, is her baking and cooking ability. She has an amazing story, growing up as a coal miner's daughter and ending up being a homemaker, of a very beautiful home.
My father, Bill works as an attorney, and has always worked really hard to provide for his family. We always say that Thomas' are some of the hardest working people you'll ever meet. His job included lots of traveling both domestically and internationally (including London, Sweden, India, and China). Without question, my dad's favorite hobby is reading. He always says that he hopes is eyesight is always good enough to read (oddly enough, all three of his children HATE to read). His favorite books are books about the Civil War, Gettysburg in particular.
Now that my parents are empty nesters, they love traveling during their free time. They have done road trips all over the US, and love going on cruises. But without question their favorite "getting old" thing is being grandparents! If they have so much as one day with no plans, they will be doing something with their grandkids.
Wednesday, September 8
Day Two: First Love
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| The ultimate single lady, Carrie Bradshaw |
I'm pretty much known by every group one of my groups of friends as "the single girl". Lots of people tell me that I'm not in relationships often because I'm too picky. But, I think people should be picky about who they get into a relationship with because you spend a lot of time with that person, and how are you suppose to develop feelings for someone that you are settling for?
With that all being said, the longest and most serious relationship I ever had was with my ex, Mike (I have a thing for guys named Mike, I've gone out with quite a few of them). We went out for a year, and although we did fall in love, I fell out of love, and broke up with him. Although I often get frustrated with being single, and question if it was the right move, I always know that it was. He was a nice guy, and we were great together, but in the end we just weren't right for each other.
I've met quite a few men over my years, but as I mentioned it takes something really special to catch my eye. One of the things I like best about being single is that singles get to go out on way more first dates then committed couples do (the reasons are clear). Even though most of the dates end up being lack luster, there is nothing better then that excited feeling during the day leading up to the date, your mind a flutter with questions... Is he going to be the one? Is he going to be cute? Are we going to go out again after this?
And the dates that don't go so well, at least they lead to great stories that my friends always love hearing about!
Tuesday, September 7
Day One: Intro
I am currently 25 years old and live in my favorite city, Boston. I graduated from Mount Ida College in 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in interior design. While I was in school I started working retail, and found that it came really natural to me. I am still working in retail now, currently as a manager for Lucky Brand Jeans.
I moved to the Boston area for school (Mount Ida is in Newton, MA) from a small town in New Jersey called Sparta. I lived in Sparta for 5 years, and my parents still live there. I spent the majority of my childhood years in upstate New York.
I am the youngest of 3 children, and the only girl (yes, I'm a princess). My two older brothers are Bill (his wife is Sara), and Mike (his wife is Stacey). Bill lives in the midwest, and Mike lives in Pennsylvania. The majority of my family lives in Pennsylvania, my family lived there when I was really young.
I think that covers the basics about me, but there is more to come over the next 30 days!
30 Days of Me
My dear friend and fellow blogger Danielle just recently started posts called "30 Days of Me". I've decided to make these posts for the next 30 days myself (I don't have much going on over the next few days, so this is perfect timing). Here is what I'll be posting over the next few days...
*This is going to be really interesting because I'm doing my best just to post this list and not look ahead at what I am going to write until the day comes.*
Day 30 – One last moment
*This is going to be really interesting because I'm doing my best just to post this list and not look ahead at what I am going to write until the day comes.*
Day 01 – Introduce
Day 02 – Your first love
Day 03 – Your parents
Day 04 – What you ate today
Day 05 – Your definition of loveDay
Day 06 – Your day
Day 07 – Your best friend
Day 08 – A moment
Day 09 – Your beliefs
Day 10 – What you wore today
Day 11 – Your siblings
Day 12 – What’s in your bag
Day 13 – This week
Day 14 – What you wore today
Day 15 – Your dreams
Day 16 – Your first kiss
Day 17 – Your favorite memory
Day 18 – Your favorite birthday
Day 19 – Something you regret
Day 20 – This month
Day 21 – Another moment
Day 22 – Something that upsets you
Day 23 – Something that makes you feel better
Day 24 – Something that makes you cry
Day 25 – A first
Day 26 – Your fears
Day 27 – Your favorite place
Day 28 – Something that you miss
Day 29 – Your aspirations
Tuesday, August 17
Ten On Tuesday (The Two Week Edition)
I've been so busy lately that I didn't have time to submit a "Ten on Tuesday" last week, so this week's ten if full of exciting things from the last TWO weeks... ooo! so exciting!
1. When I was back home from the hospital my mom took me food shopping. It isn't often that I have a fridge full of food, but it's great to have.
2. My mom and also went out shopping (while we were waiting for my car to get fixed) and while we were at H&M I finally got the silver bangles I've been meaning to get, I've already worn them several times.
3. Leading up to my appointment with the surgeon, I was very nervous. It was hard to think of anything other then the worst. Which is why I was happy to have a night relaxing and watching movies (and Jersey Shore) with the boys.
4. Speaking of my appointment with my surgeon, it went really well. It might sound odd to a lot of people, but I'm actually pretty relaxed about the whole thing. Mainly because I have 100% confidence in my doctors, and my surgeon explained everything really well for me, and showed me what the plan was on my actual catscan.
5. After several canceled "date nights" with my friend Kyle, we finally played catch up over a phenomenal dinner at a North End restaurant.
6. After dinner, Kyle and I enjoyed red velvet cupcakes from Modern Pastry at the Greenway. The Greenway is a small park in between the North End and the Faneuil Hall areas of Boston, it was built over the Big Dig for the city as sort of a "We're sorry for all the construction" gift.
7. I don't get fast food very often, but I treated myself to Wendy's (my favorite). Wow! It was great!
8. I have had my car since 2007, and the air conditioning has never really worked. I never really cared, since I always drive my car with the sunroof and windows open, but due to the crazy heat we've had this year I finally got around to getting it fixed. Now, I'm driving cool.
9. I was out at the laundry mat and this one woman decided to start talking to me. After she left it made me laugh because, she said to me, "do you do your laundry here every Sunday?", Me? Do laundry on a weekly basis?". Everyone that knows me knows that I wait months before doing laundry.
10. If you haven't seen "Hot Tub Time Machine", you should rent it. I'm a big 80's fan, so I thought this was great!
1. When I was back home from the hospital my mom took me food shopping. It isn't often that I have a fridge full of food, but it's great to have.
2. My mom and also went out shopping (while we were waiting for my car to get fixed) and while we were at H&M I finally got the silver bangles I've been meaning to get, I've already worn them several times.
3. Leading up to my appointment with the surgeon, I was very nervous. It was hard to think of anything other then the worst. Which is why I was happy to have a night relaxing and watching movies (and Jersey Shore) with the boys.
4. Speaking of my appointment with my surgeon, it went really well. It might sound odd to a lot of people, but I'm actually pretty relaxed about the whole thing. Mainly because I have 100% confidence in my doctors, and my surgeon explained everything really well for me, and showed me what the plan was on my actual catscan.
5. After several canceled "date nights" with my friend Kyle, we finally played catch up over a phenomenal dinner at a North End restaurant.
6. After dinner, Kyle and I enjoyed red velvet cupcakes from Modern Pastry at the Greenway. The Greenway is a small park in between the North End and the Faneuil Hall areas of Boston, it was built over the Big Dig for the city as sort of a "We're sorry for all the construction" gift.
7. I don't get fast food very often, but I treated myself to Wendy's (my favorite). Wow! It was great!
8. I have had my car since 2007, and the air conditioning has never really worked. I never really cared, since I always drive my car with the sunroof and windows open, but due to the crazy heat we've had this year I finally got around to getting it fixed. Now, I'm driving cool.
9. I was out at the laundry mat and this one woman decided to start talking to me. After she left it made me laugh because, she said to me, "do you do your laundry here every Sunday?", Me? Do laundry on a weekly basis?". Everyone that knows me knows that I wait months before doing laundry.
10. If you haven't seen "Hot Tub Time Machine", you should rent it. I'm a big 80's fan, so I thought this was great!
Tuesday, August 3
Ten on Tuesday
1. I got a new pair of dress code approved shoes on sale at aldo this week. They are cute brown sandals with dark green jewels down the front. I liked them cause I could wear them with anything, and they weren't too simple or too over done.
2. My kitchen has been having a little bit of a baking explosion over the past week or so. Baking always helps me escape everything else going on in my life, and has been a great help with all the work stress I've had this week.
3. During the baking explosion, I made two batches of yellow buttermilk cupcakes with homemade chocolate frosting. I decided to treat a few of my favorite businesses around Boston with a "random act of sweetness". I gave a box of cupcakes to my hair salon, one the the lucky brand stores, mac makeup on newbury, and lester harry's (a baby clothing store my friend works at). They were all very surprised and grateful to be given a treat for giving such great service.
4. Sorry to make ANOTHER note about my baking this week... But, I'm happy to say that not everyone can do what I can do. When I was making my chocolate frosting I followed the recipe (which was a new one) to a T, but it didn't turn out quite right. Being the baking pro that I am, I was able to fix it, and it turned out AMAZING!
5. There couldn't have been a more perfect time for a visit from my dear friend Casey. We spent Friday morning together and got a chance to catch up over breakfast at my favorite eatery "303 Cafe".
6. There is one good thing about unfortunate things happening in your life, it helps you to realize just how amazing your friends are. Casey crashed at my place on Friday night, and jumped up faster then lighting on Saturday morning when I woke her up bellied over in pain, she not only drove me to the hospital, but sat bedside with me while I was being cared for.
7. I had a nice relaxing Friday night with my friend Sarah M. shopping for things for her wedding. We were a great shopping team, we shopped the whole mall, checked out our options, and purchased just what we went shopping for, and nothing else. Sarah got a new bra to wear with her wedding dress (which I had a coupon for) and a pair of Michael Kors shoes to wear to her wedding shower. I picked up a bargain BCBG dress to wear to her wedding.
8. When you're bored in the hospital, it's the little things that keep you entertained. One of the most amusing bits of entertainment I saw when I was in the hospital, was a doctor that would walk by my room, he looked just like Spencer Pratt.
9. I had a chance to catch up with my friend Sara S. (who I met when in college). We met up at a place called "The Yard House" in Dedham. It was a really neat place, they are famous for "the world's largest draft beer selection". Sara and I haven't seen each other in over a year, so it was great to hear what has been going on in each other's lives.
10. Extra bonus about my night out with Sara S. is that when we were waiting for our table and went to the bar to order drinks, some guy picked up the tab for our first round! He was really old (seriously, salt & pepper hair) and had on a gross hawaiian shirt, but hey I'll take the compliment!
2. My kitchen has been having a little bit of a baking explosion over the past week or so. Baking always helps me escape everything else going on in my life, and has been a great help with all the work stress I've had this week.
3. During the baking explosion, I made two batches of yellow buttermilk cupcakes with homemade chocolate frosting. I decided to treat a few of my favorite businesses around Boston with a "random act of sweetness". I gave a box of cupcakes to my hair salon, one the the lucky brand stores, mac makeup on newbury, and lester harry's (a baby clothing store my friend works at). They were all very surprised and grateful to be given a treat for giving such great service.
4. Sorry to make ANOTHER note about my baking this week... But, I'm happy to say that not everyone can do what I can do. When I was making my chocolate frosting I followed the recipe (which was a new one) to a T, but it didn't turn out quite right. Being the baking pro that I am, I was able to fix it, and it turned out AMAZING!
5. There couldn't have been a more perfect time for a visit from my dear friend Casey. We spent Friday morning together and got a chance to catch up over breakfast at my favorite eatery "303 Cafe".
6. There is one good thing about unfortunate things happening in your life, it helps you to realize just how amazing your friends are. Casey crashed at my place on Friday night, and jumped up faster then lighting on Saturday morning when I woke her up bellied over in pain, she not only drove me to the hospital, but sat bedside with me while I was being cared for.
7. I had a nice relaxing Friday night with my friend Sarah M. shopping for things for her wedding. We were a great shopping team, we shopped the whole mall, checked out our options, and purchased just what we went shopping for, and nothing else. Sarah got a new bra to wear with her wedding dress (which I had a coupon for) and a pair of Michael Kors shoes to wear to her wedding shower. I picked up a bargain BCBG dress to wear to her wedding.
8. When you're bored in the hospital, it's the little things that keep you entertained. One of the most amusing bits of entertainment I saw when I was in the hospital, was a doctor that would walk by my room, he looked just like Spencer Pratt.
9. I had a chance to catch up with my friend Sara S. (who I met when in college). We met up at a place called "The Yard House" in Dedham. It was a really neat place, they are famous for "the world's largest draft beer selection". Sara and I haven't seen each other in over a year, so it was great to hear what has been going on in each other's lives.
10. Extra bonus about my night out with Sara S. is that when we were waiting for our table and went to the bar to order drinks, some guy picked up the tab for our first round! He was really old (seriously, salt & pepper hair) and had on a gross hawaiian shirt, but hey I'll take the compliment!
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