I had another sleepless night and when I woke up I was definitely in pain. It wasn’t too bad, and I knew as soon as I took Advils I would feel better, but it was still tough getting out of bed.
I had to drive to work, because I was leaving at 4:30pm in order to get to my hair appointment at 5:00pm.
One amazing thing I found out today. If you look at my blog for yesterday, it says that Conrad had one of his fits at 4:35am. Well, today I found out we had an earthquake yesterday morning – at 4:35am! I know this because my friend said she felt it and looked at the clock and then she heard it on the news. Another girl in the office said she didn’t feel it, but woke up and looked at the clock and it was 4:35am. So, the earthquake woke them all up – but not me. It was Conrad who woke me! At least now I know why he goes crazy. He’s sensing something that’s too small and sensitive for me to feel! It's funny, because Jimmy had suggested that maybe that was the reason for Conrad's fits, but I didn't think it was true.
Anyway, I had a great day at work. I got a lot done and finished a huge project I was working on where I had to shred all the resumes from 2005 and earlier (they went back to 1999) and boxed up 2006 and 2007 and organized 2008 in the files. I was hoping to finish it this week and I actually finished it today – and was only in for 5 hours yesterday!
I did manage to accomplish two personal things at work today. First, I called our insurance company, because I got the green form back from DMV for the RV. I thought I’d need to fax and then mail it to them, but they told me they could just take the information over the phone and would send me out a new policy tomorrow! That was easy!
Then, I rented a car from ENTERPRISE (my favorite rental company) for my stay in NY, because Eric said he didn’t want me driving his “bomb” and this way I’d be able to run errands, etc., while he was at work. So, we’ll pick it up Saturday afternoon and return it on Tuesday, the day before I leave. I want to try to get a PT Cruiser, but it’s no big deal if they don’t have one.
This afternoon I worked on a couple of other projects for different girls in the group. It’s very quiet in the department, because one girl is in NY at a conference, three others are in CA at a conference, and another was working from home. So, there were only the 6 of our usual 11. Still, there was a lot to be done and I kept busy until the moment I left.
I got to HAIRSPRAY in record time and got my cut and color. As usual, John is full of great anecdotes and stories. He’s a fun and funny guy, and he’s a very talented stylist, too.
I ran out of there after he was done and made it to yoga with time to spare. I sat in the car for a few minutes and spoke to Eric and then I went inside, changed and enjoyed the class. I really think the stretching helped my pulled muscle as I haven’t taken an Advil since this afternoon, but I feel okay right now and don’t think I’ll take one tonight.
The minute I got home I varnished the last of my party favors. They're all officially done. At least that’s one less thing to think about!
Tomorrow night is packing night! I have to get all my outfits together and try to figure out what I’m going to wear each day. I figure I can do laundry in New Paltz while we’re there for Thanksgiving, so I’ll have clean clothes for the rest of the trip. It’s perfect, because we’ll be there exactly mid-way between the day I come and the day I leave!
I had a salad for lunch, and another salad for dinner, and I watched DANCING WITH THE STARS. They had three young couples competing (ranging in age from about 11-13) and they are just amazing. I realize that all the dancers on this show must have started at that age, but it’s just so unreal to see little people dancing in such a sophisticated manner. I love it!
I was so relieved that Lance Bass made it to the finals. I’ve been voting for him since the beginning. I always loved him in NSYNC and he’s doing a great job on DWTS. I was sorry to see Cody get eliminated, because he’s adorable, but he really wasn’t such a great dancer and didn’t deserve to go to the finals. So, now it’s down to Warren Sapp (Super Bowl champion), Lance Bass, and Brooke Burke. Any of them could do it, but I think it will be Brooke. That’s my prediction!
After DWTS I watched ELI STONE, one of my favorite non-reality shows. I love it because they have musical numbers and it’s about a guy who has visions.
Oh, I wanted to mention that I wore my pedometer to work today and walked 5,323 steps. They say that’s a good number for moderate activity, but I’d have to do TWICE that if I actually want to lose weight! Meanwhile, 5,323 steps only burns 136 calories and equals a little less than 2 miles. I never would have guessed I walk two miles just going around the office, but I guess it all adds up!
It seems unreal that in 4 days I’ll be back in NY after a year and 3 months. It’s going to be so great to see my darling Eric, all our friends and family, and get to celebrate Jessica and Ken’s wedding. The closer it gets, the more excited I am!