Just around the corner...

Just around the corner is my opportunity to shine, just around the corner is my dream job, just around the corner is the boy that is going to sweep me off my feet. I've realized over the past few months that I am never going to be just around the corner because in life there are no corners. We're always moving forward. Yeah, there will be slants some more steep than others but we're always headed somewhere that we've never been.

Once I stopped focusing on what was just around the corner I became more aware of what was currently around me. I realized everything I needed...I had!

Stop stressing about what tomorrow holds, focus on what you are doing today. The little things in life are what matter the most. If you feel that you do meaningless task throughout the day that you are over qualified for be grateful because there are thousands of people that wish they could be doing those task. Just think if you came into work one day and the sidewalk wasn't shoveled...if the paper towels weren't replaced...if the floors weren't swept. You make a difference!

I Heart PICKLES!

So many scattered thoughts in my head!!

1. I AM SO EXCITED!!! I was able to retire the good ol' slurry. Don't worry, I am still taking glyconutrients and the same amount just in a different way! OH MY GOSH! It tastes so much better!!

2. Yes, I want to be an adult...BUT, I HATE PAYING BILLS. I wrote over two weeks of pay out in checks tonight. Definitely, didn't take as long to spend as it did to make!

3. 56 days till I leave for the Caribbean!!!! Which leads me too...#4!

4. Counting calories! Ok, I never thought I really ate bad or a lot until yesterday. Normally when I would eat cereal I would pour until the bowl was full. I actually measured a serving of good ol' Cheerio's out and my bowl was a third full! I normally would eat 3 servings of cereal..Sad day when I realized my portion sizes were a bit off. So now I am at the end of day 2, it was much easier than yesterday but still rough. I am going to get through this! My goal is to weigh 140 lbs when we leave for our cruise...I am not going to tell you how much I need to lose! But, pickles have become my new best friend...5 calories!

5. AND I started Curves about 6 weeks ago and I have gained 10 lbs since then! But, I know I am more healthy. It is nice to actually have a routine and have exercise be a party of that! I love working out with older ladies...it's fun!

Ok, that's it for now...I know I was a bit all over the place but that's how things have been lately!

Happy 3rd Birthday Moose!

I can't help but smile! Tomorrow...3 years ago is the day I became a cancer survivor! I cannot express how elated I am that I am healthy today. Praise God!! My journey has been long but I have come through it stronger than ever. I also cannot thank you all enough for being there every step of the way! I have great friends!!

I was given a gift...that doesn't make much sense...but that is why I LOVE it. I was given a Moose when I got back from the emergency room in Lebanon. My moose is a tangible representation of being a cancer survivor!! He has been with me from the beginning! So Happy Birthday moose!!

2010

WOW! What a week. I worked almost 60 hours this week, did anyone realize it is not June or July when I am used to working that amount of hours in a week?!

Pyro City Fireworks hosted the 2010 Black Cat Conference. Which meant my store had to be in tip top shape. All conferences and most meetings in the fireworks industry include product demos...which means late nights since most fireworks need to be shot when it is dark outside. It was a lot of fun though. The conference started Tuesday. We had break out sessions in the morning and then an introduction to the 2010 line that afternoon to fill the void we went to T-Shirt Tuesday at the Royals game...they WON...and then off to the Pyro City in Bates City for the demo. The night can't end there..NO...I had to go entertain some out of town guests until 1:00 am. Wednesday I was beat! But, there is no stopping. We had meetings in the morning and that afternoon I tried to pick up the store as much as I could before I headed out to Lake Winnebago for the 2010 Asia Pyro demo! That night ended a bit earlier since most of our out of town guest were headed back to the hotel for early morning flights. Thursday evening we had both a 2010 Black Cat and Asia Pyro demo for Winco's customers. Let's just say TGIF!!

Not too mention I won a $50 Visa gift card!!! What shall I spend it on...maybe I'll save it for the cruise!!

Friends

I LOVED last night! It was so good to see some of my friends again. Jeremiah told Bobby and I that we are his "old generation" friends! Hmm...and that he matured with us! If you knew him the word mature is not compatible with him at all!! SUPER CUTE Wedding! Here are some pics...

Don't want to disappoint!

In the back of my mind **all week, I may add** I have been thinking what will I talk about in my next post? I can't leave my two faithful readers hanging!

Let's start with my *Angie* moment of the week. I was at Winco answering phones until one of my coworkers got there. I walk out to my car to find my rear view mirror hanging by the cord. I thought to myself, great...only to me! On my way home that day I stopped by Advanced Auto Parts and found the "super glue" for mirrors all by myself. I was quite proud!

Tonight, two more of my friends are getting married, Jeremiah and Erin! I don't see them much but I love when I do. One of the things I love about Jeremiah is he is willing to do anything for anyone! I'll share one of my stories about Jeremiah. It was shortly after my seizure when I was wondering how on Earth I would pay for everything that was about to take place in my life...surgery, MRI's, doctor's appt's, etc. Jeremiah was one that stepped up among other people and put on a benefit concert for me. I was so thankful for the efforts that he went too to help me out! I'll never forget that!

That's it for now!

Frequency...

I think I may start updating this more often! I enjoy going back and reading my previous post and well as of late there haven't been too many to read!

A lot has happened in the past few months...most I won't go into but I will elaborate on some. First, I had my first "relationship." I know...many of you are shocked that I have only had ONE! I must say I enjoyed it. Needless to say...the key word was HAD! One down many more to go! ; ) Just kidding...well, I hope I don't have to kiss too many frogs to find my prince!

Second, I am going on a cruise! I am going with Amy, Scott, Julie, Kristin and Brandon. We leave Ft. Lauderdale on Nov. 23 and head to Key West, Belize and Cozumel! I am super excited, this will be my first cruise!

Well, that's all I have for now...ang

Past Due...

I know there are some faithful followers out there that I have disappointed since my last blog was in Sept. of 08!

I don't like updating this if I don't have anything worth reading about. Although my life is pretty crazy and interesting it is something you would have to see to find joy in!

Here's something exciting though and worth telling about...
Last week, April 9th to be exact. I went in for my first scan after waiting 11 months. I was quite nervous. After much worry and a few sleepless nights my scan came back clear! Everything still looks good! I can only hope for a lifetime of the same results.

Thank you for your continued prayers and emails!

P.S. the picture above is from the Royals' Home Opener. I am so excited for the baseball season to finally be here! Not to mention the renovations at Kauffman Stadium are AMAZING!