Editing and Censorship.

I am actually going to post about something other than my aching body.  Okay, I will probably revert by the end of the post because old habits die hard.

The other Jen Towner and I have a blog called Jenergy... she went in yesterday and deleted some posts. Including some of mine because she thought that they were downers - what do I have left if I'm not a downer???? nothing I say.

I just sent her a message saying that it bugged me a little bit.  Better to get it out in the air right?

Yesterday I went and picked up some end tables from my friend Nancy - and today I'll be picking up a sofa from her.  My mom and I also looked at beds yesterday - I bought a new one which will be delivered next Saturday.  woot woot....  I am trying to decide about cable television...  I want it, but can I afford it???   Oh the decisions I have to make.

Today is also Halloween - I should have thought of something for a costume for class - but no.  I have run out of time... 

I sure hope I can get everything done by next weekend... hmmm.  I guess I better get packing (again).

Wierd Dreams.

I had dreams about wildlife... tigers eating water buffalo, coming after humans.  Sort of a nightmare... oh well.  I guess that's just because I have a lot going on.  I am worn out.

Mom and I are discussing trick or treating tomorrow night.  I'm not looking forward to it (and no, I'm not the one doing it).  I don't like having to hand out candy.  I guess it all comes down to my anti-social behavior.  Oh well.... maybe we'll just suck it up.  or go and hide.

Today is going to be busy - the usual ww, Starbucks, cycle, going to pick up end tables and then it's back to packing.  It's going to kill me... I know it is.

I need to get going... see if my eat only what you have plan is working....

Lord, I am So Tired

Since the dogs woke me up at 4am I thought this video was appropriate - my first concert ever was Devo.  It's was fabulous.

I have made it to Friday - I only am working four days this week but it feels like six.

This weekend I have to get a move on and start packing.... my friend Nancy is donating some tables and a couch to me (if I want it...).... that will be groovy.  I like furniture.  I walked past a design store yesterday during lunch and was salivating over a 600 dollar lamp - it was on sale for 600 that is... yikes.

I  need ot keep my nose to the grindstone to get things moving..... woot woot woot... it will be time to move before you know it.

I should go - my coffee cup is getting empty - and my bladder is full (I know, too much information).

A little stiff

I am a little bit sore this morning.. nothing abnormal though... my shoulder always hurts in the morning.  I think it's because I sleep on my side and it gets all smooshed up... oh well - it could be worse right?

Work continues to be busy - I got a chance to go through some things on my desk and found some things that I had forgotten about - I hate when that happens... too busy for words I guess.... I am thinking I need to set up a tickler system on my calendar so I don't forget these sorts of things.

Today is going to be busy again... work, then acupuncture, and then I am subbing for cycle class (more money!)...  This weekend I'm going to have to get my act together and pack pack pack!  I also have to figure out who can help me move.  Maybe I'll post something on facebook to find out - start culling the masses.

but first - I think I need more coffee!

Humpday hooray!

Okay - let me see.... It's humpday and I'm busy...  at work that is...  I'm a billing machine - busy busy busy...

Last night I took a  load of stuff to the storage unit. It was things I had in the car from my studio.  Then I went to the store to buy things for work... I have to remember to drive it in today...  I was also really tired last night.  I ended up falling asleep before my shows were over (oh well). 

Tonight I am teaching - and then more packing I guess... over and over and over...

I am doing listener feedback this morning so I can't stick around too long...

Maybe someday my posts will be a bit more interesting... at least once I get into my new place I can update you with photos of my decorating style... oooooh  I know you are all really excited about that!

ouch

It's been a while since I complained about anything - I am complaining this morning because I have a headache...

I managed to get my studio packed up yesterday - I have a few boxes left in there and a microwave and mini fridge.... hmmmm... I will have to figure out how to get everything into my new place. Less than two weeks to go...  Will I make it?  Yes I will...

I have to get back on track eating wise.  It was an abnormal day so I ate abnormally...  oh well - back to the grindstone.  I am only working four days this week so that's cool... I just have to take it one day at a time... woot woot.

Headache please go away...

Why am I up this early?

I am taking the day off and I was up at 4:30?!?  What is the problem here?  I woke up because Zoe was whining... so I got up and went to the bathroom - tried to go back to sleep and then my brain started working... Lord knows that's not a good thing.

Yesterday I helped Tia and Tim move out of my new apartment - they are only a block away which is nice... I took a few photos of the details... here are some mundane photos.

Okay, I would give you some mundane photos if my blog was working correctly... we'll see if we can upload them in a few more minutes...

My Bedroom Closet (there's a mirror inside)

Kitchen

Cabinets/Drawers

More Cabinets (have to plan my space)

Light fixture in Living Room

Light fixture in Bedroom

My New Toilet Paper holder!

Less than two weeks to go!  I hauled out my pots and pans out of the garage!

Hola and good morning.

I think I am ready for the weekend finally...  Yesterday at ww I was down 2.6 pounds just by only eating what I had on hand.  That was good news.  After that I taught to a full class (good news again)... then I went and got my hair cut and got a massage - I probably could have spent my money on more worthwhile things than a massage, but it's what I needed... it was good.  I didn't get a lot of packing done yesterday but I will try again today.  I am going to be helping Tia and Tim move out of my new apartment today... I will try to take more photos for you all...  woot woot...

Overall I think things are pretty good... I don't have much to complain about right now (strange, I know).  I am looking forward to getting everything settled when it comes to my move so I can get to my next art project...  aye aye aye... so much to do!

Three day weekend!

I have made it to another Saturday.  Whew....  A lot of things are going on around here...  packing, getting my hair done...

Work was crazy again - but that's good... I'll just keep plugging along... yesterday I spoke to one of my bosses about the possibility of increasing my salary.  (who me?  asking for a raise?)... why yes I did.  I think it went alright... the worst they can say is that they can't do it.  Look at me getting all grown up.  It's weird. 

Last night I had a little phone session with a friend... she was not having a good day so we talked for almost a half an hour... I hope it helped... sometimes I think you just need a good ear to listen to you..

This morning I am trying to find a few more songs for my cycle playlists... it's time to get a new one out..  hmmm... to try and keep up with the times is hard...

oh well, I better go.

It's your Birthday Mommy!

Today is my mommy's birthday.  I love her...

Last night I packed a few more things around the house.  I can actually see my bedroom floor a bit.  Good news.

Last night I had dreams about pickles and big screen televisions...  interesting.  My friend Chad was in the dream.

Work continues to be busy.  At least it's Friday right?  that's okay, I don't mind.  I'd rather be busy than bored.

Have I told you all about the eat what you have food plan?  I am only eating what I have already purchased (for the most part)... it's working pretty well. I did have to go buy some salad yesterday... that's alright.. I"m saving money left and right.

I think I may have to get out my big puffy coat this weekend... I wore it last night when I ran to the store... it's nice and warm... I love it almost as much as I love my mommy...

woot woot... FRIDAY!

Hello!

I have made it to Thursday!

Things are plodding along... I reserved a moving truck for my move on the 7th...  oye oye oye... I am thinking that I will try to spend this weekend working on getting my studio cleaned up...   I think I have to be out of there by the 4th... no problem.  If I can spend some time there this weekend that will be cool.

Last night I went to an event at my salon... I didn't win any of the raffle prizes... and I didn't buy anything, but I did manage to eat my weight in shrimp and chocolate...  Maybe things will work out and someday I will get to have massages again... I miss them.  it sucks to be on a budget - but it's what I must do in order to live in a cute apartment...

Now if only my cramps would go away.

I now have a move in date.  The weekend of the 6th.  woot woot.

I also am having less heel pain and less knee pain.

I got my eyebrows and other things waxed last night.

Now if my cramps would go away life would almost be perfect!

I don't have a ton of time this morning because I have to tape radio feedback... I may end up getting the gig permanently... sweet.

Work is still busy - which is good, but it wears me out. 

I am also tightening my purse strings in order to save money to pay rent...  I am sort of excited about everything that is going on...

CRAMPS - GO AWAY!

The Television News.

Every morning I get up and watch the King 5 news... I really like Joyce Taylor... she's funny.  Then there's Tracy Taylor (the traffic girl).... I think she'd alright but my mom really doesn't like her... I think she doesn't like her voice...  they also have a newish person doing wacky features.  Her name is Christie Johnson...
she is alright too... it kind of reminds me of the types of newscasts they have in Chicago.  A bit newsy - a bit wacky... 

Hmmm.... I don't know much this morning... I am sure I could say something witty, but it's not coming easily this morning...  I am going to be taking a day off next week in order to pack up my studio... gah...one month from now it should all be over... (hopefully).

Today I am going to another acupuncture appointment (my heel is getting better)... and then a waxing appointment.

Well, my coffee cup is almost empty... I should go.  And watch some more news.

Argh.

It's Monday again... why?  I know - it's just the way it is...

My weekends are a constant state of busy... I think I may have to take at least one day off in the near future to get some things packed etc... 

I suppose first I need to get a move in date.

Yesterday I forgot that I said I would help my friends Marlo and Chuck move (they had no one)... so I did and then I went to the Rome reception (which was fun)... it makes me want to teach in Italy....  I also pitched my long ago idea of having a show at the school of art of students past and present of the Rome Center... who knows - it might actually happen.

I feel as though the tide has turned... 

My body feels better - but this morning I woke up with cramps.  At least that will go away soon enough. 

Things are looking up.

Yesterday I did a lot of packing... and I got my armpits waxed.  Good times.

I also found out yesterday that I get to participate in a thing called Art Exchange at the CAA Conference in February.  Artists are given a table and get to set up to show their artwork.  I proposed to show my I heart Ann Work.  Now I just have to wrangle up the money to get some of my prints printed out and buy a new laptop battery so I can show my stalker video without the use of a power source.

I am also happy to report that my knee is feeling much better since my chiropractic adjustment on Friday.  It is a teeny bit sore but not too bad.  I taught class yesterday with no problems...

Up today I have to teach and probably do some more packing.  I am going to a reception this evening for the Rome Center of the University of Washington.  It's going to be held at the Seattle Art Museum.  Hopefully there will be people there that I know.  If not, that's alright.  I can make some new friends... or just eat the snacks and leave early.. who knows - I have to dress smart casual... hmmm. I"m not sure what that means but I'm sure I will figure it out.

Okay, I think that's it for this morning.  I need more coffee!

It's the weekend!

I woke up this morning and my knee was feeling better - woot woot... that's good news. 

I also awoke to a nice letter of recommendation form one of my former teachers and a link to another job opportunity. This one closer to home (Olympia)... I'm going to apply for it.  Yahoo...

Things are looking up.

Today I am getting my armpits waxes.  for maybe the last time.... it all depends on my finances.  Let's take a moment to remember my waxing regimen and the way it was.

More later maybe...

Can you say exhausted?

I haven't been this tired in a while... only one more day to get through...  maybe someday soon I will find out when I get to move into my new apartment...  It would be nice to have a firm date.  I am ready to get a move on and get things packed up...

I am going to the chiropractor this morning... hopefully he will get my knee problem on it's way to recovery...

As I said yesterday - I got my application in.  I've printed out a bunch of other calls for positions - maybe I'll try to apply for a few more so I can get more practice... 

I have to wrap up soon... I have got things to do and I can't go to my appointment in my Hello Kitty Robe.

Only one more day!

I am feeling a little bit better.  I got my application off via fedex... next time I will get it in before hand...

the knee does not feel out of joint any more but it hurts like the beejeezuz...  I'm going to the chiropractor tomorrow so hopefully everything will get lined up and then it will all fall into place (my body that is).... 

PJ's were on a little after 7pm.  I am going to try to stay up through the Office but I can't count on anything...

It's almost the weekend!

ummmmm...

Okay, this is still the longest week in history... it's only Thursday. 

I could complain a lot but I'm not going to.

Therefore I don't have much to say.

I am hoping to get my application off today...  the dogs are sitting next to me... they are nice and warm.

Tomorrow is payday. 

Since I'm not going to complain I think this is all I have to say...

Knee - day two...

I've decided I'm just going to give up on trying to feel totally healthy... if it's not one thing it's another... heel is starting to feel better but the knee and hip are out of joint.   I made an appointment with my chiropractor on Friday morning... 

I am trying to put together my application for the teaching gig and I've found some of my old artwork photos...  here I'll share a few with you...

Yesterday I sent an email to the College Art Association applying to show my I Heart Ann work at the conference in February... I am looking forward to actually going back to the Today show while I'm there.  I should start getting my materials together and try to market myself... woot woot - this is actually pretty exciting...

If it's not one thing.

Yesterday my knee went all funky and went out of joint.  It does that every once in a while... but I had to teach with it like that last night... it's not really fun. 

This week is turning out to be busy again... oh well.  Maybe someday things will slow down a bit. I sure hope so...

It's only Tuesday! 

I did get some good news that an appointment opened up at the acupuncturist today... my foot is feeling better.  There have actually been moments that my heel doesn't hurt.  Woot woot.

Hmmmmm.... I'm wondering how this blogging will change once I get into my new place... I may actually may spend more time doing it... then again, maybe not.  We will just have to wait and see.

I did buy a new toilet paper holder yesterday - that's pretty exciting...

Another week, another application I am overdue in sending.

Let's cross our fingers and hope that this week is not quite as busy as last week was.  I am currently working on an application for a teaching position which is due on Friday.  I started the application a few months ago... of course I'm still not done...  I guess that's just how I roll.

Last night I went to a 70th birthday party - it was fun but I sure am tired....

I am also still trying to recover from my Mr. Arms hug.... I should have smelled him... I do know he didn't smell as good as Ann Curry smelled when I hugged her... 

Arms asked me if I was going to be having a house warming party.  I said of course... you can warm my house anytime.... heh heh heh... no, that's not what I said.

So, my heel I think feels a little bit better... not quite sure... who knows.

This week it's back to doing Radio Go Girl listener feedback... the other Jen Towner is on the move.  She is in Atlanta looking for jobs... if you know of any jobs let me know.  It must be hard being on the move - but it might also be a little fun too...

Woot woot - Monday!

Glargy....

It has been one busy week.... and one busy weekend... I am ready for my busy life to be a little slower...  Mr. Arms hugged me today.  He asked me if I was having a house warming party... I said for sure...  heh heh heh...

The calm before the storm...

I am hiding upstairs to write this before I head downstairs to be greeted by the nephews.

The wedding I went to yesterday was very nice.  Simple and sweet... nothing too fancy.

During the reception I got a text message saying that I had been approved for the apartment so that's a weight off my mind... woot woot. 

Today I get to teach and go to a birthday party this afternoon...  busy busy week...

I need to start economizing now... I have to hearn not to spend money willy nilly....

 

 this is the wedding cake from yesterday...

And it continues...

Still no word on the apartment.  I found out they are waiting to hear about my tenancy in Chicago.  I had a property management company that really sucked... here's a link to their reviews on yelp... it is aggravating...I want to know now!  Carrie (the manager of the building) thought they would know by yesterday afternoon... but I didn't hear anything.

Yesterday was the end of one of the longest weeks on record. 

Today I am not teaching because I am heading up to Bellingham for a wedding.  It's a former camper of mine - I'm going as a date of my friend Jenna... hopefully I won't cry too much... I'm a big baby when it comes to those sorts of things... 

Okay, enough whining and complaining... until I get done writing this sentence...  I thought my heel was getting better but I am not convinced... it started hurting again yesterday... poop.

For the first time in ages...

I think my foot is actually starting to feel better... yesterday around noon it started feeling normal.  At acupuncture yesterday she made me lie face down and worked on my lower back as well...  this morning my foot hurts a little bit but not nearly as much as it usually does in the morning...  I am going to play it by ear but I think this might just be the ticket.

I didn't hear about the apartment yesterday - at least it was really busy at work so I didn't have time to worry about it too much... hopefully today.  I will try to be patient.

If I do manage to get the apartment I have some more furniture lined up... I have a hutch that can be mine... so that gives me...

hutch
bed
small wooden card table
futon
chairs (two for the table)
 bookcase
coffee table
small rolly cart
dresser
mirror (okay that's not really furniture..).

I think that's enough to get started...

oh, I have televisions too!

I am crossing my fingers that I find out today.

woot woot - It's FRIDAY!

Still waiting...

I didn't hear anything about the apartment yesterday... hopefully today.  It's been so stinking busy at work the past three days... I am hoping it will slow down a bit today...  I have an acupuncture appointment this morning so I get to hang out a bit more this morning... 

I must say that the acupuncture doesn't really seem to be working... I think the heel feels a little bit better but it's nowhere near pain free... oh well... 

Yesterday during lunch I went to Bed Bath and Beyond and bought a new shower curtain liner and some hooks.... I sure hope I get the apartment... 

The other day I got out my kitchenaid stand mixer and pink espresso maker... finally I will have someplace to put them... I hope...

I am keeping my fingers and toes and eyes crossed...

Waiting waiting waiting....

I have paid my money - now I wait... and wait.... and wait.

I think things should work out but who ever really knows...

Last night I went to my studio and started moving things out.  I am playing musical chairs with my belongings.  I moved some things in the studio to our storage unit, then moved some of the storage unit items to the dining room... I put out the call for furniture on facebook and I think I shouldn't have any problem getting set up. (if I get the place)...

I took the bus up to the apartment during lunch and it only took 20 minutes.  I think it will be ideal... yippee... who knew I could get this excited about something...

My momma has offered for me to take the bed I sleep on.... I may take it for the time being until I can buy my own. 

I am going to say it.  I feel grown up.

The ball is rolling...

I have an appointment to go turn in my application for the apartment this afternoon.  The rent is going down from where it was and it's at my preferred point - manageable (I think).  The only think I could ask for to be different is for there to be free laundry... that's alright - I will just do some more hand washing I guess... it's all that workout wear I go through weekly that's the problem.

I am trying to figure out how all the transportation to and from the gym will work on the days I teach.  I'm thinking that I will just drive to the gym in the morning and take the bus from there...  It will all work out I think...

I am a little bit excited...  can you tell?  I am trying to wrangle up some furniture... I have no problem with artwork or clothing...  I do know it's time to streamline my studio junk...  It's time to get into my hoarder like commando cleaning mood.

Here's another picture again if you need help to visualize...

This is another view out of another window in the living room....  woot woot...

gotta run - a lot to do today...

Another Week is here...

This week is going to be fairly uneventful... hopefully. With the exception of applying for an apartment and going to a wedding on Saturday in Bellingham.

Yesterday I had a very busy day filled with teaching, lunch/breakfast with some high school friends, looking at the apartment and then studio time.

Here are a few more pictures of the apartment...

I'm pretty excited... the only thing I am not excited about is not having any furniture...  oh well... I used to have some things... just not anymore...  I have a futon, dresser, coffee table and two televisions.  I do however have enough artwork and kitchenware...  Things will work out.  I just have to fill out the application and fork over some money...  I am going to have to reconsider my waxing regimen, and eating.  I have faith that it will all work out though... woot woot.

On Saturday I am going to a wedding of a former camper.  She's been through a lot in her 28 ish years and I'm very happy for her...   yay.... I like weddings - I'll probably end up being a blubbering idot.

I think that's all I have this morning... That's quite a bit though... word.

Easy like Sunday Morning...

Well well well.... I got a good nights sleep last night - I think 10 hours or so... and I feel great (a little stiff though)... I will survive.

On the schedule today I have cycle class, then breakfast with friends from High School, going to see the (hopefully) new apartment and then to the studio. 

In thinking about the new apartment I am a bit worried that I won't have any furniture... so far to my name I have a futon, nice small wood card table, coffee table and book case.  I do have two television sets so that's not a problem...  It's been so long since I've had what felt like a permanent place to live I don't have a lot (but I DO have a pink Kitchen Aid stand mixer and pink espresso machine...)...  it's scary but exciting...

Yesterday I ran into Mr. Arms at Fred Meyer.... I got to touch his cornish game hen (heh heh heh)....

I should have touched his arm.... oh well.... maybe someday.

Okay, I'm off like a prom dress!

Holy crap I'm warm.

It is hotter than a dog on fire here in the studio... I think I may have to call it a day.  I have gotten a lot accomplished now I need a nap.

be on the lookout for the new blog/project coming your way soon...

We're keeping our fingers crossed..

I am looking at my friend Tia's soon to be old apartment on Sunday - which means (if you are catching my drift) that it might be my apartment soon!

here are some photos...

yay

 

What do you all think???

I think I may have a new home if everything works out... now I just need to furnish it!

Okay.

I think I'm ready

I'm not sure...

I think this weekend is the first I don't have anything extra planned which is nice... looking forward to getting into the studio to start my new project...   I'll expand more once it gets going but be on the lookout for a new companion blog to go with it...

Okay, who wants to help me out so I can move out of my mother's house?  I'm 43 for goodness sakes.  I just need to take on a third job and then maybe I can afford it....

aye aye aye...

It's bagel morning so I'm kind of looking forward to that.  Not too much more excitement than that.  Maybe I'll go to bed at 9:00.... I sure hope it's better than last Friday - my tummy is definitely better... I ate a bunch of crap last night!

woot woot!