I've been on the fence about this vlog talk thing for awhile. On one hand, I absolutely HATE watching or hearing myself so I shuttered at the thought of other people doing so. But on the other hand, I thought it might be fun to finally make use of Dellenor's webcam.
So I gave in and drank the koolaid.
Please don't judge too harshly. Which I know is asking a lot because just look at my face in the opening shot...so if you must judge, please do so quietly.
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Friday, May 27, 2011
The Weekly Wrap
I'd like to introduce you to a new feature...The Weekly Wrap.
At least that's what I'm calling it right now.
I'm not feeling very creative today and I'm hoping to come up with a better name and maybe even an equally awesome button to accompany it.
But that is for another day.
So what is the Weekly Wrap, you ask??
Well, what if I told you that it's a post dedicated to only the most awesome blog posts I've read over the course of the week.
Sounds awesome, no??
I have good taste, I promise.
I won't lead you astray.
So without further ado please check out my Must Read posts this week...
*You absolutely must head over to Taming Insanity's and check out her post Bloggers for Joplin. She along with an amazing group of bloggers have teamed up to offer ad space. All proceeds benefit the people of Joplin, MO. She also has a link to make donations directly to the families affected.
*For a blast from the past and some laughs head on over to A Belle, A Bean & A Chicago Dog and read all the #SeniorHottie posts. Liz created an awesome meme that has people all over the blogosphere digging through their yearbooks and posting pic's from their senior year. Feeling brave?? There is still time to link up!
*Vlogs seem to be all the rage these days and one of the best I've seen by far is Sellabitmum's vlog about the voices in her head. While you are over there you also need to check out her #seniorhottie post.
*Joann at Laundry Hurts My Feelings is one of my favorite bloggers and her post this week about how the people of Oregon hate her is hilarious. If that wasn't enough to entice you to visit her, then I should probably mention she has insanely hot pictures of Eddie Vedder in the post. Go. Go now.
*Gigi over at Kludgy Mom is always a wealth of information. But did you also know that she is pretty funny?? Check out her post on Rejected Spa Treatments.
I am just one girl with a computer, so obviously I can't see everything out there. If you find something out there that you deem worthy of the Weekly Wrap please email me at mamainsomnia@gmail.com or tweet me at @MamaInsomnia.
At least that's what I'm calling it right now.
I'm not feeling very creative today and I'm hoping to come up with a better name and maybe even an equally awesome button to accompany it.
But that is for another day.
So what is the Weekly Wrap, you ask??
Well, what if I told you that it's a post dedicated to only the most awesome blog posts I've read over the course of the week.
Sounds awesome, no??
I have good taste, I promise.
I won't lead you astray.
So without further ado please check out my Must Read posts this week...
*You absolutely must head over to Taming Insanity's and check out her post Bloggers for Joplin. She along with an amazing group of bloggers have teamed up to offer ad space. All proceeds benefit the people of Joplin, MO. She also has a link to make donations directly to the families affected.
*Vlogs seem to be all the rage these days and one of the best I've seen by far is Sellabitmum's vlog about the voices in her head. While you are over there you also need to check out her #seniorhottie post.
*Joann at Laundry Hurts My Feelings is one of my favorite bloggers and her post this week about how the people of Oregon hate her is hilarious. If that wasn't enough to entice you to visit her, then I should probably mention she has insanely hot pictures of Eddie Vedder in the post. Go. Go now.
*Gigi over at Kludgy Mom is always a wealth of information. But did you also know that she is pretty funny?? Check out her post on Rejected Spa Treatments.
I am just one girl with a computer, so obviously I can't see everything out there. If you find something out there that you deem worthy of the Weekly Wrap please email me at mamainsomnia@gmail.com or tweet me at @MamaInsomnia.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
1998: I started the vampire trend
I love me a good link up.
And my dearest Liz over at a belle, a bean, and a chicago dog has created an #ALLCAPSAWESOME one.
Something you should know about 1998 me...
I started the vampire trend. Forget Bella and Edward. It was all me.
And my dearest Liz over at a belle, a bean, and a chicago dog has created an #ALLCAPSAWESOME one.
Something you should know about 1998 me...
I started the vampire trend. Forget Bella and Edward. It was all me.
Notice how tan my body is?
Apparently no one felt the need to introduce me to bronzer or blush.
This theme repeats itself in most of my senior pictures.
Senior Breakfast
Even senior prom.
But I guess I should look on the bright side.
I had a fantastic body back then, great friends, and pictures like this to remember how fun it all was...
Now go link up your senior hottie pics!!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Boy Crazy
Macho Man Randy Savage died this weekend.
It made me a little sad because I grew up on the WWE or as I knew it back then...the WWF.
My Uncle Roy, whom I love and adore was a HUGE fan and I spent many a day watching it with him.
Back then I was too young to scoff at the fakeness of it all.
Instead, I marveled at the likes of Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage and my personal favorite
Ravishing Rick Rude
I was probably a little too young to be watching him and his seductive pelvic thrusts but my parents bought me Dirty Dancing when it came out. I was 7, so clearly they didn't really patrol what I watched.
Fast forward a few years to eighth grade.
I was boy crazy early on.
Maybe it had something to do with the fact that my parents let me watch Dirty Dancing and greasy men wrestle...one can't be sure.
But I liked boys.
And I learned early on, that the best way to talk to them was to get on their level.
So I became a tomboy.
I played sports.
I watched sports.
It was 1993, so the Chicago Bulls were what everyone was talking about. WWF was so 1990.
Until I had my eye on a boy and found out he was a wrestling fan.
So one day, at my friend Megan's house I mustered up the courage to call him.
Him: Hello
Me: Hi! This is Angie. From School.
Him: Hey.
Me: So I was just wondering if you knew who won Wrestlemania this year??
Silence
Crickets
Laughing.
Him: Um...no.
I DIE
I hung up the phone and laughed, but was secretly cringing inside.
I played it off as a crank call.
But I was never able to live it down.
The next day I was mocked by the boys in my class.
And 12 years later when I ran into that same boy at a bar in the city the first thing he asked me was
"So do you know who won Wrestlemania this year??"
But at least he remembered me...
RIP Macho Man.
"Oh YEA!"
It made me a little sad because I grew up on the WWE or as I knew it back then...the WWF.
My Uncle Roy, whom I love and adore was a HUGE fan and I spent many a day watching it with him.
Back then I was too young to scoff at the fakeness of it all.
Instead, I marveled at the likes of Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage and my personal favorite
Ravishing Rick Rude
Fast forward a few years to eighth grade.
I was boy crazy early on.
Maybe it had something to do with the fact that my parents let me watch Dirty Dancing and greasy men wrestle...one can't be sure.
But I liked boys.
And I learned early on, that the best way to talk to them was to get on their level.
So I became a tomboy.
I played sports.
I watched sports.
It was 1993, so the Chicago Bulls were what everyone was talking about. WWF was so 1990.
Until I had my eye on a boy and found out he was a wrestling fan.
So one day, at my friend Megan's house I mustered up the courage to call him.
Him: Hello
Me: Hi! This is Angie. From School.
Him: Hey.
Me: So I was just wondering if you knew who won Wrestlemania this year??
Silence
Crickets
Laughing.
Him: Um...no.
I DIE
I hung up the phone and laughed, but was secretly cringing inside.
I played it off as a crank call.
But I was never able to live it down.
The next day I was mocked by the boys in my class.
And 12 years later when I ran into that same boy at a bar in the city the first thing he asked me was
"So do you know who won Wrestlemania this year??"
But at least he remembered me...
RIP Macho Man.
"Oh YEA!"
Friday, May 20, 2011
10 things you should know about my blog
10.) The content here is unpredictable. If you are looking for a blog clearly focused on one centralized topic, then this blog ain't for you. On the other hand, if you'd like to talk about meaningful things one day and the Real Housewives another day... welcome. I think you'll like it here.
9.) Sarcasm is my preferred choice of communication. Only 20% of this blog should be taken seriously.
8.) I am a lazy blogger. Some days I feel like writing, some days not so much. Some days I cop out and make lame top ten lists...
7.) I type fast and have a constant itch to prematurely hit publish. Also, I have not totally figured out my laptop and sometimes Dellenor has a mind of her own. Both of these things sometimes lead to grammatical errors and typos. I apologize to those of you that are sticklers for that sort of thing.
6.) I name things. Like my laptop, Dellenor.
5.) I also apologize to those of you that are sticklers for punctuation. I have pretty much forgotten everything I have ever learned about punctuation in school. Comma's are my archenemies. I often overuse ... (I think they are called ellipsis) and sometimes I get a little carried away with exclamation points. If anyone would like to give me a refresher course in proper punctuation I welcome it with open arms. Otherwise please don't expect much of a change on that front. ( See #8)
4.) This blog used to have a completely different name and look until I worked with the amazing ladies over at Eli Rose Social. Before, it was a cluttered mess. Now, I have a streamlined look that is easier to navigate and I was able to promote myself better thanks to their helpful social media tips. I highly recommend their services if you are looking for a little blog face lift.
3.) I designed my header and button myself. Amazing, no? Actually it's really not. Sometimes I am NOT lazy and it's amazing what you can teach yourself with the help of google and some helpful blog friends. That said, if you are lazy like me sometimes, check out Kate from Mommy Monologues. She offers awesome blog designs and her prices are super affordable.
2.) I live for your comments. They make me smile. They bring purpose to my bloggy life. I promise to try and respond to all of them.
1.) This blog is awesome. If you can get past all the grammatical errors, misplaced commas, and sarcasm. Please subscribe and comment often...
9.) Sarcasm is my preferred choice of communication. Only 20% of this blog should be taken seriously.
8.) I am a lazy blogger. Some days I feel like writing, some days not so much. Some days I cop out and make lame top ten lists...
7.) I type fast and have a constant itch to prematurely hit publish. Also, I have not totally figured out my laptop and sometimes Dellenor has a mind of her own. Both of these things sometimes lead to grammatical errors and typos. I apologize to those of you that are sticklers for that sort of thing.
6.) I name things. Like my laptop, Dellenor.
5.) I also apologize to those of you that are sticklers for punctuation. I have pretty much forgotten everything I have ever learned about punctuation in school. Comma's are my archenemies. I often overuse ... (I think they are called ellipsis) and sometimes I get a little carried away with exclamation points. If anyone would like to give me a refresher course in proper punctuation I welcome it with open arms. Otherwise please don't expect much of a change on that front. ( See #8)
4.) This blog used to have a completely different name and look until I worked with the amazing ladies over at Eli Rose Social. Before, it was a cluttered mess. Now, I have a streamlined look that is easier to navigate and I was able to promote myself better thanks to their helpful social media tips. I highly recommend their services if you are looking for a little blog face lift.
3.) I designed my header and button myself. Amazing, no? Actually it's really not. Sometimes I am NOT lazy and it's amazing what you can teach yourself with the help of google and some helpful blog friends. That said, if you are lazy like me sometimes, check out Kate from Mommy Monologues. She offers awesome blog designs and her prices are super affordable.
2.) I live for your comments. They make me smile. They bring purpose to my bloggy life. I promise to try and respond to all of them.
1.) This blog is awesome. If you can get past all the grammatical errors, misplaced commas, and sarcasm. Please subscribe and comment often...
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
What I did on my bloggy vacation
Maybe vacation isn't the appropriate word to use since that implies that something may have actually occurred.
Sadly nothing did.
As a matter of fact I am pretty sure I am the sole inspiration behind Bruno Mars "Lazy Song".
This past month I've spent all of my time sleeping and/or laying around watching TV. So if there is anything to write about these days it's TV. And namely a little show that has been making my blood boil lately.
The Real Housewives.
I've been a fan since day one when only the OC housewives existed and with the exception of Miami and Atlanta I've watched every season religiously.
But as of late I'm starting to take issue with the Real Housewives, namely the OC and NY gals.
Lets start with the OC...
Housewives seems to be quite a stretch for any of these women. When I think "housewife" I think of things like cooking, cleaning and actually caring for your children. In all the seasons of this show I'm not sure I have spotted any of these behaviors let alone the fact that some of these women don't even have a husband/children. So before we discuss anything lets all collectively agree to come up with a better name for these women. Because "Real" and "Housewives" are kind of misleading.
Now that we are past the formalities lets get into the plot/semi-scripted story lines...
This past week's episode primarily focused on Tamera's continuing divorce drama. Tamera is not a favorite of mine and though I don't necessarily agree with Jenna's meddling, I do agree with her that Tamera is drama queen and is doing a lot of this for attention. Her ability to cry on cue is becoming quite good.
Tamera has been bothering me all season. From the get go, I think it is pathetic the way she is whoring herself out for the camera. At the end of the day I have to wonder about what kind of mother would let herself be exposed like that on National TV. I'm sure somewhere in that over bleached brain of hers, she thinks that this is the best way to show us all she's moved on, but in reality it only makes her seem more pathetic. And the worst part is, I'm not sure who she is trying to show off more to, her ex or Gretchen. Or maybe her lesbian lover...Eddie. Err, I mean Fernanda.
On the semi-other side of the country we have Gretchen, Peggy, Alexis, and Fernanda's girl weekend in San Antonio. I like Gretchen. I do think that she can be a pot stirrer sometimes, but for the most part she seems to be the most normal of all the ladies. Plus, some of her one liners really crack me up. The other 2 are a different story. Peggy is new, so I am still piecing together my opinion of her.
But Alexis, sweet god fearing, Alexis. Where do I begin??
First of all, being on a reality show does not qualify you to make a record/start a wine business/create a clothing line. These housewives are driving me nuts the way they are trying to cash in on their so called celebrity. And also Alexis...please do not call your line Alexis Couture when you a.) haven't even designed it yourself and b.) do not know what couture is.
***I searched high and low for the clip of her trying to describe what 'couture" is but came up empty handed. :-( I can tell you though...it went a little something like this: "Couture is a term put on a design of a dress if it’s ummm I guess… super…rich.” – Alexis Bellino***
Alexis is also as clearly educated about her faith as she is about couture because she randomly spouts off lines about the bible that makes me wonder what Jim is giving her to read.
And then of course there is Vicky.
I hope Vicky realizes that her insurance company is not going to keep her warm at night. I think that is is admirable to work hard and make your own money, but to me what is the use of having all that money if you don't have the time or people to share it with. I feel for Don who seems like a real hoot to me, but at this point I think he is better off without Vicky and her empty gas tank and 4 deflated tires.
And BTW Vicky...You live in the OC. I'm sure there is a doctor somewhere that can perk those tires right up for you.
What do you think of the OC housewives??
And stay tuned for NYC and NJ housewife recaps...
Sadly nothing did.
As a matter of fact I am pretty sure I am the sole inspiration behind Bruno Mars "Lazy Song".
This past month I've spent all of my time sleeping and/or laying around watching TV. So if there is anything to write about these days it's TV. And namely a little show that has been making my blood boil lately.
The Real Housewives.
I've been a fan since day one when only the OC housewives existed and with the exception of Miami and Atlanta I've watched every season religiously.
But as of late I'm starting to take issue with the Real Housewives, namely the OC and NY gals.
Lets start with the OC...
Housewives seems to be quite a stretch for any of these women. When I think "housewife" I think of things like cooking, cleaning and actually caring for your children. In all the seasons of this show I'm not sure I have spotted any of these behaviors let alone the fact that some of these women don't even have a husband/children. So before we discuss anything lets all collectively agree to come up with a better name for these women. Because "Real" and "Housewives" are kind of misleading.
Now that we are past the formalities lets get into the plot/semi-scripted story lines...
This past week's episode primarily focused on Tamera's continuing divorce drama. Tamera is not a favorite of mine and though I don't necessarily agree with Jenna's meddling, I do agree with her that Tamera is drama queen and is doing a lot of this for attention. Her ability to cry on cue is becoming quite good.
Tamera has been bothering me all season. From the get go, I think it is pathetic the way she is whoring herself out for the camera. At the end of the day I have to wonder about what kind of mother would let herself be exposed like that on National TV. I'm sure somewhere in that over bleached brain of hers, she thinks that this is the best way to show us all she's moved on, but in reality it only makes her seem more pathetic. And the worst part is, I'm not sure who she is trying to show off more to, her ex or Gretchen. Or maybe her lesbian lover...Eddie. Err, I mean Fernanda.
On the semi-other side of the country we have Gretchen, Peggy, Alexis, and Fernanda's girl weekend in San Antonio. I like Gretchen. I do think that she can be a pot stirrer sometimes, but for the most part she seems to be the most normal of all the ladies. Plus, some of her one liners really crack me up. The other 2 are a different story. Peggy is new, so I am still piecing together my opinion of her.
But Alexis, sweet god fearing, Alexis. Where do I begin??
First of all, being on a reality show does not qualify you to make a record/start a wine business/create a clothing line. These housewives are driving me nuts the way they are trying to cash in on their so called celebrity. And also Alexis...please do not call your line Alexis Couture when you a.) haven't even designed it yourself and b.) do not know what couture is.
***I searched high and low for the clip of her trying to describe what 'couture" is but came up empty handed. :-( I can tell you though...it went a little something like this: "Couture is a term put on a design of a dress if it’s ummm I guess… super…rich.” – Alexis Bellino***
Alexis is also as clearly educated about her faith as she is about couture because she randomly spouts off lines about the bible that makes me wonder what Jim is giving her to read.
And then of course there is Vicky.
I hope Vicky realizes that her insurance company is not going to keep her warm at night. I think that is is admirable to work hard and make your own money, but to me what is the use of having all that money if you don't have the time or people to share it with. I feel for Don who seems like a real hoot to me, but at this point I think he is better off without Vicky and her empty gas tank and 4 deflated tires.
And BTW Vicky...You live in the OC. I'm sure there is a doctor somewhere that can perk those tires right up for you.
What do you think of the OC housewives??
And stay tuned for NYC and NJ housewife recaps...
Monday, May 16, 2011
Guest Post: KLZ... 30 Rock My World
Every once in awhile you stumble across someone in blogland that you just click with.
Enter Kristin, KLZ, or as I like to call her K-diddy.
Ok I don't really call her that, but it's nice to know that she'd let me if I wanted to.
I'm pretty sure I don't need to introduce her blog, Taming Insanity, because unless you blog in a cave somewhere, you probably already know her.
I am very delighted to have her and her awesomeness here today talking about one of the very things we bonded over. 30 Rock.
She watches all my fav's: 30 Rock, Cougartown, Friday Night Lights. And even better, she can spout off a quote at any moment. Though this sometimes makes for some interesting texts, since we don't always watch the shows at the same time.
So in the infamous words of Jenna Maroney..."Listen up fives, a ten is speaking"
Recently, my son walked up to our couch and started beating it savagely for no apparent reason.
Rather than being appalled like a good parent, I laughed. "why are you taking that beating, couch?" I quipped. "don't you know you're a couch? Have some self respect."
Then I laughed embarrassingly hard at my own joke. I just can't resist an opportunity to paraphrase 30 Rock - even if my reference is very, very thin.
When 30 rock first debuted, I thought it was doomed. Hell, there was another show with the same premise (but serious) debuting at the same time. Plus, I was supposed to buy Tracy Morgan as a prime time star? No thanks, T.Fey, I'm not buying what you're selling this time.
Yet, somehow I was hooked completely in two episodes. After episode two, I made jokes about sailing a boat to Denver for weeks. And, shockingly, unlike when I made bad Arrested Development jokes, people actually got them.
It turns out I owe Tracy Morgan a huge apology. The man is funny even when he's NOT mocking Star Jones. Next time he comes over I'll have to mention it to him.
However, people find it completely annoying for me to constantly be making veiled references to a sitcom. So now, I drop very casual references. I do not wait for people to get my jokes. I call Angie's son Jack Attack or Jackie boy and figure whoever gets it, gets it.
And whoever gets it is welcome to watch 30 rock with me at my house when it comes back in the fall. If you too, are planning your Christmas Attack Zone, you are welcome in my home. Very, very welcome. But be careful, the west wing was designed by M.C. Escher.
Of course I'll be wearing a tuxedo for this viewing. It IS after 6.
Enter Kristin, KLZ, or as I like to call her K-diddy.
Ok I don't really call her that, but it's nice to know that she'd let me if I wanted to.
I'm pretty sure I don't need to introduce her blog, Taming Insanity, because unless you blog in a cave somewhere, you probably already know her.
I am very delighted to have her and her awesomeness here today talking about one of the very things we bonded over. 30 Rock.
She watches all my fav's: 30 Rock, Cougartown, Friday Night Lights. And even better, she can spout off a quote at any moment. Though this sometimes makes for some interesting texts, since we don't always watch the shows at the same time.
So in the infamous words of Jenna Maroney..."Listen up fives, a ten is speaking"
___________________________________________________
Recently, my son walked up to our couch and started beating it savagely for no apparent reason.
Rather than being appalled like a good parent, I laughed. "why are you taking that beating, couch?" I quipped. "don't you know you're a couch? Have some self respect."
Then I laughed embarrassingly hard at my own joke. I just can't resist an opportunity to paraphrase 30 Rock - even if my reference is very, very thin.
When 30 rock first debuted, I thought it was doomed. Hell, there was another show with the same premise (but serious) debuting at the same time. Plus, I was supposed to buy Tracy Morgan as a prime time star? No thanks, T.Fey, I'm not buying what you're selling this time.
Yet, somehow I was hooked completely in two episodes. After episode two, I made jokes about sailing a boat to Denver for weeks. And, shockingly, unlike when I made bad Arrested Development jokes, people actually got them.
It turns out I owe Tracy Morgan a huge apology. The man is funny even when he's NOT mocking Star Jones. Next time he comes over I'll have to mention it to him.
However, people find it completely annoying for me to constantly be making veiled references to a sitcom. So now, I drop very casual references. I do not wait for people to get my jokes. I call Angie's son Jack Attack or Jackie boy and figure whoever gets it, gets it.
And whoever gets it is welcome to watch 30 rock with me at my house when it comes back in the fall. If you too, are planning your Christmas Attack Zone, you are welcome in my home. Very, very welcome. But be careful, the west wing was designed by M.C. Escher.
Of course I'll be wearing a tuxedo for this viewing. It IS after 6.
What am I, a farmer?
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Remember me??
I must admit, I'm having lukewarm feelings about this post.On one hand, I feel ready to come back to blogging. My energy is coming back and there is a part of me that misses the camaraderie that came with posting and visiting my favorite blogs. A part of me that misses the daily tapping of my fingers on the keyboard.
And then there is the other part of me.
The part that realizes how many more minutes of my life I got back by NOT posting. How much cleaner my house is or how much more I enjoy a movie or TV show because I am not watching it over the glare of my laptop.
But I tend to do this.
I tend to dive into a situation withobession passion and devote myself to it 110% only to eventually become disenchanted with it in the long run.
It's my cycle.
And I am trying to break the cycle.
So I am posting even though it would be easier for me to curl up in bed with a piece of chocolate cake and watch my DVR'ed episode of Gossip Girl.
Since it's been almost a month, let's play a little catch up shall we??
-The ickiness of the 1st trimester is almost all gone away and I literally feel like a new women some days. So much so, that some days I don't even feel pregnant. Of course the neurotic crazy woman in me ultimately wonders if that is because something is wrong, so I still worry a wee bit. Luckily, I just had my doctor's appointment and heard the greatest sound ever...the babies heartbeat. I also lost 6 lbs. the first trimester, which I guess is what happens when you are too nauseous and tired to ever eat.
-Remember how a few months ago I went deaf? Well now I am going blind. I swear to all of you I am not a hypochondriac or one of those people who constantly says they have some sort of ailment just to get attention. (wait...is that the same thing? Whatever.)
-In regards to the blindness: last week I started seeing spots in my right eye. At first I thought maybe my blood sugar was low but after eating and sitting down, they didn't go away. The next day when I still woke up with them, I called my OB to make sure it wasn't pregnancy related. She advised me to go to an eye doctor which I did, and now I have to go see a retinal specialist to make sure my retina is detaching from my eye. Awesome. I'm hoping it isn't anything serious and also hoping it is easily fixable because my vision is so off it gives me headaches. Until then I am practicing seeing out of only my left eye in the event that I will have to wear a patch for the rest of my life...
-In my self imposed sabbatical I have watched a lot of TV and have some strong opinions regarding some things going on. Expect some Real Housewives posts in the future.
-I see vlogging is the new blogging. I'm not sure I am that brave yet. Although if it means less typing, I may be game. Laziness wins over vanity any day of the week.
I promise this post is not a one trick pony. As a matter of fact I have a great guest post from the lovely Kristin at Taming Insanity coming up next week, so please don't unfollow me just yet!!
And then there is the other part of me.
The part that realizes how many more minutes of my life I got back by NOT posting. How much cleaner my house is or how much more I enjoy a movie or TV show because I am not watching it over the glare of my laptop.
But I tend to do this.
I tend to dive into a situation with
It's my cycle.
And I am trying to break the cycle.
So I am posting even though it would be easier for me to curl up in bed with a piece of chocolate cake and watch my DVR'ed episode of Gossip Girl.
Since it's been almost a month, let's play a little catch up shall we??
-The ickiness of the 1st trimester is almost all gone away and I literally feel like a new women some days. So much so, that some days I don't even feel pregnant. Of course the neurotic crazy woman in me ultimately wonders if that is because something is wrong, so I still worry a wee bit. Luckily, I just had my doctor's appointment and heard the greatest sound ever...the babies heartbeat. I also lost 6 lbs. the first trimester, which I guess is what happens when you are too nauseous and tired to ever eat.
-Remember how a few months ago I went deaf? Well now I am going blind. I swear to all of you I am not a hypochondriac or one of those people who constantly says they have some sort of ailment just to get attention. (wait...is that the same thing? Whatever.)
-In regards to the blindness: last week I started seeing spots in my right eye. At first I thought maybe my blood sugar was low but after eating and sitting down, they didn't go away. The next day when I still woke up with them, I called my OB to make sure it wasn't pregnancy related. She advised me to go to an eye doctor which I did, and now I have to go see a retinal specialist to make sure my retina is detaching from my eye. Awesome. I'm hoping it isn't anything serious and also hoping it is easily fixable because my vision is so off it gives me headaches. Until then I am practicing seeing out of only my left eye in the event that I will have to wear a patch for the rest of my life...
-In my self imposed sabbatical I have watched a lot of TV and have some strong opinions regarding some things going on. Expect some Real Housewives posts in the future.
-I see vlogging is the new blogging. I'm not sure I am that brave yet. Although if it means less typing, I may be game. Laziness wins over vanity any day of the week.
I promise this post is not a one trick pony. As a matter of fact I have a great guest post from the lovely Kristin at Taming Insanity coming up next week, so please don't unfollow me just yet!!
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