Gum would be perfection.

I had a pretty low-key weekend (hmm, that seems to be a growing trend), but yesterday, Sunday, was the winner of all lazy days. I woke up at noon, stayed in my pjs all day, and watched the entire first season of Friends. It was magical. I did make a fantastic dinner though, which at least there was some redeeming quality to the day. Oh, and I drank a whole 2-quart pitcher of cherry limeade Crystal Light (well, the Market Pantry kind). That stuff is seriously so good. And surprisingly, I went to bed at 10 p.m., and only got up once in the middle of the night to pee. :)

I love Friends so much. I am going to start season 2 tonight, though I don’t plan on watching more than one disc… We’ll see.

Flushing it out

Seriously, my new meds make my face so hot. Thankfully that seems to be the only side effect that I’m dealing with, though it has only been 2 days.

Last night I was denied donating plasma, so instead I’m going today after work. I went to get my oil changed and as it turned out, I needed a new cabin filter as well as a new battery and cable. Apparently the connection was all corroded and really nasty. Bummer. So that was a more expensive trip to the dealership than I was planning, but at least it’s all fixed up. For now. I still need to get the sunroof fixed, but thankfully that’s covered under the extended warranty. I’m glad my dad talked me into getting that (even though it made my monthly car payment more expensive), otherwise I would be out. of. luck. I’m looking forward to the day (a year from now) when I’m basically driving a freeeeeeeee car. Woooo [button]!

Oh, and it’s FRIDAY!!! And a beautiful sunny day!!! And I don’t really have any plans for the weekend, so I’m super pumped about that!

Getting things done!

Today I’m just checking things off my list and it feels good. Plus, it’s like the most BEAUTIFUL fall day ever and it made running errands over lunch so enjoyable.

I had a doctor appointment to get a refill on my antidepressant medication, and she actually switched me to something else to see if it works better. I took my first dose after I got back to the office. I just took a peek at the “Patient Education” slip that comes from the pharmacy, and the possible side effects got my attention.

“Side effects that may occur while taking this medicine include abnormal dreams; blurred vision; changes in taste; constipation; decreased sexual desire or ability; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; flushing; headache; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness; stomach upset; trouble sleeping; vomiting; weakness; weight loss; yawning.”

SIGN ME UP!!!

Let’s hope I don’t get any of those (except maybe the weight loss, I wouldn’t mind that) – they sound just miserable. I already have abnormal dreams, so we’ll see if they get any more weird. And I think it is so strange that a medication can cause people to yawn. That just doesn’t make any sense to me. But whatev.

I also got my license tabs renewed today. Gotta love doling out $105 every year for two little stickers. Thankfully I only have 12 car payments left and my Camry is PAID OFF!!!! That will be such a huge relief.

Tonight I have plasma and then I’m going to get my oil changed. Basically a wild night.

Uh-oh. I think the side effects are taking effect. Here comes the flushing…

 Awesome.

plasma blogs are the best.

I had a pretty good day today, and enjoyed the sun a lot this morning. Now it is raining and I’m sitting at plasma. Another day, another dollar… :)

After this, I’m planning on going home and eating grapes and chips & cheese. Maybe not the most healthy, but I could honestly care less. I’m thinking of also watching Never Been Kissed not only because I’m in the mood for a romantic comedy (not that my own life isn’t enough) but also because I’ve never seen it and I’m sick of the gasps from my friends when they hear that (dreadful?!) news. Maybe then I’ll Shred because I’ll be feeling guilty from eating crap for dinner (not actual poop, to clarify) and then shower and go to bed. Yeah, that sounds like a splendid evening if I do say so myself.

I’m also thinking that within the next couple days I’ll crank out a brainstorm for a new post on JennaB4. It’s been awhile since I’ve really taken any time for that lately and I’ve got a lot going on in my head.

So… yeah.

Mixing signals

(This may come across bitter, but really I am fine… just still a bit confused.)

If you’re a guy and you are interested in dating and/or getting to know me better,  please don’t send mixed signals. Don’t play games. Just ask me out already, dangit. Otherwise, if you’re not interested, I don’t need another guy friend. I don’t need you to check up on me every day. Unless you like me, then… you know what you need to do.

That’s all I have to say about that. :)

In other news, Halloween was a success! I didn’t end up going blonde (though I did get subtle highlights), but it was super fun being Carrie Bradshaw for the night. It’s not everyday that I wear 4″ heels and a big puffy dress. I thoroughly enjoyed it!

Now I’m off to the chiropractor to see my x-rays and find out how jacked up my back still is. GTs.

Halloweenie Weekend

Ok, so I just finished writing a post and went to publish it when it disappeared. Annoying.

All it basically said was that I’m very seriously considering going blonde (or at least highlights). Not only because it will help me look more like Carrie for my halloween costume, but because I’m going to Florida and it will get lighter there too. Dumb logic, I know, but I don’t care.

I’m excited for this weekend to start!

Tonight: Westgard + Erickson wedding!

Tomorrow: Sleep in! Exercise! Get hair done?! Dress up! Halloween party @ Jeff’s!

Sunday: Vikings vs. Packers!

Who knows what else is in store…?!

Bradshaw Slip-up

Ok, so I was just telling my boss that I was going to be Carrie Bradshaw for Halloween, and he thought I said Terry Bradshaw. HA! I almost wet my pants. I don’t think they could be any more different.

I have to work on my costume more tonight I think. If I can’t find anything super “Carrie” I might end up being Kiki (Cameron Diaz) from Cougar Den on SNL. We’ll see. I would much prefer Carrie though.

Not so spooky Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner and I’ve been wracking my brain for a good costume idea. I want cheap, easy, and something that I will actually feel good wearing (a.k.a. NOT a old fat crazy cat lady or something), and not a slutty *fill in the blank*. I was thinking of being a slutty slut, but I wouldn’t even know where to start.

Well, I think I’ve narrowed it down. After finding a k/a pair of heels at Target last night for $5 (yes, my entire costume revolves around shoes), I’ve decided on being one of my favorite fictional characters ever, Carrie Bradshaw. Considering I’ve been just about obsessed with Sex and the City in the last couple months, I thought it was only fitting. I haven’t figured out all the details yet, but I’m excited! (And mostly just excited that I don’t have to figure out what I’m gonna be anymore, I just get to put all the pieces together!)

What are you going to be for Halloween?

Milo be Jammin’

Oh my gosh, I almost forgot about this. Last night I was at Petco, getting Milo some food, when I came across the Halloween section for cats. I stood there looking at all the options, laughing hysterically out loud for about 3 minutes. People were looking at me, but I didn’t care. I couldn’t contain my laughter.

The first one that got me was the vampire costume. I was very tempted to get that, especially in lieu of the upcoming Twilight movie. Among some of the better wigs was the Pocahontas braids (more appropriate for a female cat) or the Rasta wig. That one just about did me in. I had to leave Petco (well, as soon as I paid for the food) I was laughing so hard. Milo would also just die if I tried to put a wig on him. But oh my gosh, it would’ve been so hilarious.

“It’s So Simple” or is it?

I reread He’s Just Not That Into You last night and, as usual, I feel like a completely new person. I love this book and think that all single ladies (all the single ladies!) should read it. Right now. Go.

One part (that I will share with you all) that especially hit home for me in my present circumstance was in the first chapter. Greg, the coauthor, writes:

IT’S SO SIMPLE
Imagine right now that I’m leaping up and down and shaking my fist at the sky. I’m on my knees pleading with you. I’m saying this in a loud voice: “Please, if you can trust one thing I say in this book, let it be this: When it comes to men, deal with us as we are, not how you’d like us to be.” I know it’s an infuriating concept — that men like to chase and you have to let us chase you. I know. It’s insulting. It’s frustrating. It’s unfortunately the truth. My belief is that if you have to be the aggressor, if you have to pursue, if you have to do the asking out, nine times out of ten, he’s just not that into you. (And we want you to believe you’re one of the nine, ladies!) I can’t say it loud enough: You, the superfox reading this book, are worth asking out.

I’ll write the follow-up by Liz (the other coauthor) in my next edition of JennaB4. Check back for that later today. I’m currently obsessed with this book. (Probably because it stems from SATC.) :)