like nothing i've ever experienced.

The stomach flu is a terrible, terrible thing. When I left work early on Wednesday, I could never have imagined what was about to happen...6 days-and counting-of torture. The past 6 days have included fever, a lot of time in the bathroom, vomiting, and stomach cramping. All together making for a pretty miserable experience. At times I wished I would just be put out of my misery and at one point I actually asked my mother if she would attend my funeral. maybe a little overdramatic I do think I am making progress though, so hopefully I'll be back to good health very soon. With all that said, I would never wish this upon anyone.  But a BIG THANKS to all the wonderful people who were there for me :) You are so, so appreciated!

a few things...

First:
     Happy Valentines' Day! A day of love...today I made peanut butter chocolate chip cookies, bought myself some wine and a bouquet of flowers-it's going to be a great night!

Second:
     I made cloth napkins (inspired by Britta) for a friends birthday this evening and I think they turned out quite nicely if I do say so myself :)

Third:
     Here are a few pictures of my new home...there are still a few things that need to be hung up and put away, but it is coming together! Check it out-

the kitchen

 another perspective...

 the family room (with Ashley and Bob the bird that we've been bird-sitting)...

my room... 

 the dining room...

 a few more views of my messy room...

So there it is folks. peace.

M.I.A.

It's been awhile since my last post, but I have good reason for my absence. I've been in the process of moving. I knew this before, but moving is the worst. Having the help of wonderful friends makes it better though :) Along with the craziness of moving and adjusting to more change in life, we had no internet. And on top of it all, I've been bird-sitting for the past week. Bob the bird. I knew I didn't like birds, but this week has given me enough affirmation that I can say with complete confidence that I will NEVER own a bird. Though he's cute when he plays peekaboo and sings you songs, he squawks and hisses and nips at your fingers when he's angry at you. The con's outweigh the pro's. With all that said, I am back online and will soon post pictures of my new apartment that have been asked for. Though there are still a few things to be put away and hung on the walls, it's coming together. But for now I say goodnight. Oh and I would like to know if anyone has any thoughts on whether I should get bangs or not? peace.

half a year.

Well folks, it's been almost 6 months since my move to the cities. As I prepare to move into my apartment and welcome yet another change in my life, I've been reflecting on what a roller coaster of a ride it has been so far. In a way it has been a blur and somewhat dream-like...it's kind of strange to think that this is where I live now and that this is my real life. Not really sure why it's so weird to me, but it is. So here is to new things to come and growing up...it's crazy up in here!