El vino tinto en Espana es major!

aka "Red Wine in Spain is better" (and major is pronounced May-whore..hehehehe)



Barcelona and Pamplona were amazing. I could write pages and pages, but I will try to get a hold of myself and be succinct.

Let's start with my Spanish vocabulary. Before my journey, I knew about 2 words "Adios" and "Por Favor". During my journey, I tried to learn a word a day. I now know a couple of different words and phrases. The most important thing I learned was "vino tinto" or red wine. They have red wine in every restaurant for about $2 euros!! So needless to say, I used that phrase a lot. I also learned "quanto questo" which means how much, which was a necessity in Pamplona. A funny other thing I learned was actual because of a Barca student who apparently only learned "Si. Vale. May Gusta" (please ignore spelling) or "Yes. Okay. I like."

Oh the sites I saw. As you can see by my FB pictures, Lil and I were quite the sightseers (thanks Rick Steves). Here's how they rank: #1 Montserratt (an ancient monestary in the mountains) #2 Casa Battlo (the "House of Bones" in Barca designed by Gaudi). # 3, the rest: Las Ramblas, La Sagria Familia, Montjuic, L'Arc De Triompf

Pamplona was great also, but I figured out there are 3 different ways to do San Fermin 1) Party your ass off all day and night (apparently I am too old for this) 2) Spend the day with your kids and take them around the city and buy them Spongebob balloons (again, I don't think Pamplona is really kid-friendly at any time of day) and 3) Spend the day and early evening (aka until about 1) in Pamplona and head off to get some sleep. We (Chris and I) did the latter. We were way more concerned with seeing the Running of the Bulls at the Bullfighting arena (and being there at 6:30 am) than we were about partying it up all night. Lil, on the other hand, stayed up one night and partied like a rock star and LOVED it. I think Pamplona is great because you get to choose how you spend your San Fermin. San Fermin 2023 (Chris' 40th Birthday).

Overall, I had an amazing, trip of a lifetime. I got to see amazing sights, attend San Fermin, and see the quarterfinals and semifinals of the World Cup (in which Spain won the whole shebang!!!!!) VIVA ESPANA!

Week # 5 "I'm Leaving On A Jet Plane"

Okay guys, the countdown is officially on.  Let's see:  In 5 hours I'll be on my way to Courtney's.  In 18 hours, I'll be on my way to the airport.  In 32 hours, I'll be on my last plane ride (Barcelona bound) and in about 40 hours, I'll be w/ my Baby!!! :)

Week #5 has sucked.  I have had the worst migraine of my life for the last 3 days.  In about 30 minutes, I am going to get a migraine shot though (praise the Lord).  Before this horrendous headache hit (like my alliteration?), I was super productive.  I cooked 2 meals from scratch (or mostly) (Spaghetti, and Veggie Beef Soup); I perfected my fajita quesadillas; I spent 1.5 hours cleaning my bathroom; I did laundry; I packed all my stuff.  No wonder I got a migraine after all of that ;)

I also got the best deal ever.  I got a 5 piece very nice (and unisex) luggage set for $150!  It's super nice and I can't wait to take it to Spain.  Speaking of Spain, I cannot wait to go and have an awesome adventure w/ my Lil, my fiance, and all of his new friends!  Oh, did I mention, I will get to watch Spain in the semis of the World Cup my first day there!!  Oh so excited...is it 5 yet?

Week # 4 "Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves"

So it's exactly 7 days until I will be on my flight(s) to Spain!  I have been 4 weeks without Chris (and almost exactly a month).  I have been emotional this week.  I have missed Chris terribly.  However, I've had some really great moments.  Courtney and Matt came and spent the weekend with me and we had such a good time.  Any time I get real bummed about being from Sanford, I think of my few good Sanford friends and I can't imagine my life without them (*Courtney and Matt are from Sanford too).  I also saw my awesome stepsister on Saturday when we walked a 5k together.  After an awesome Friday and Saturday w/ the Quinns, they left and I went out for Father's Day w/ my Mom and Stepdad.  It was a really good time.  I've been a little lonely this work week, but I've stayed busy (mostly w/ TV).  However, I was more productive.  I did some laundry this week, along w/ more dishes.  Also, I am obsessed w/ fruit. I have eaten sooo much fruit this week.  It's amazing how much more I can afford since I'm just eating for one.  Finally, today (which is technically week 5, but whatever) I found the most awesome luggage set.  I got a 5 piece American Flyer set (which Chris will love) for $150!!!!!!!!!

Week #3 "1 Is The Loneliest Number"

3 Weeks Down, 2 To Go (For the First Part).  Overall, I'm getting used to being by myself, but I've noticed I'm getting a little lonely and depressed at times.  I have taken for granted being able to talk to and confide in someone after a long day's work.  Lately I've been frustrated because my knees and ankle isn't really getting any better which makes me not want to do my PT stretches.  If Chris were here, he'd be able to give me a morale boost and a hug.  But since he's not, I find myself wallowing a little bit.  No crying, just a little bit of "poor Stephanie".  The good news is I'm still doing my stretches some and working out some.  I'm also looking at joining a gym so that I can take classes.

As for the homemaker side of me, I've done better.  Last weekend, I vacuumed, did some laundry, and picked up.  The only thing I didn't get to were the bathrooms.  I'm hoping to at least do mine tonight.  I am still slacking off on the cooking, but I've realized that if I make a big pot of something, I'm stuck with it all week long.  That isn't fun.  So, I am making a lot of sandwiches, eating soup, eating a TON of fruit, and relying only a little on frozen dinners.  I did buy some ground beef last night, so I'll cook that up for various things.  I have also started putting lemon in my water b/c MSN says it helps with water retention and your metabolism (FYI). 

This next week should be pretty fun.  Courtney and Matt are coming down Friday, there is a 5k on Saturday (which I will walk with my sister..so it's not too depressing), and Father's Day on Sunday.  Then I can really star washing clothes and sorting clothes for Spain! 

Happy Birthday Baby!

Today the love of my life turns 27!  It just so happens that his birthday falls on the same day as his scheduled "Catamaran Jazz minicruise along the Barcelona coast".  Lucky dog!  Anyway, I miss him very much today and wish I could give him birthday besos.  I love you and can't wait to see you in 2.5 weeks.  Have an awesome day!

Week # 2: "Home Sweet Home"

Okay, so I have two weeks under my belt and in just a few days I'll be halfway through the first 5 weeks without Chris.  I have titled this entyr after my beloved Motley Crue.  I have spent almost every night this week alone and at home and have quite enjoyed myself.  It seems that my sadness and loneliness is over and I'm settling into a routine.  I've definately had some frustrations this week, but being able to chat w/ Chris over IM (since Skype hates us) several times a day has been really helpful.  So here's my week:

Last Friday was the last night with my Dad.  As of Saturday morning, I was alone again.  After last weekend, I was very nervous about how I would do during the weekend.  Turns out, I did just fine.  Saturday I bought a TON of fruit and just had a nice day at home.  I even worked out twice this day.  Sunday was also pretty nice.  I worked out, went to the pool. and saw Sex and The City 2 (I liked it better than the first; it's a real pick-me-up).  Then came the work week.  Ashley was gone for most of it, so I was working hard.  The week went by very fast.  The highlight: SYTYCD is back for real and I love that show!

However, like I mentioned I had some frustrations this week.  After running only 1.3 miles on Saturday, my "post-tibial" something-or-other was hurting.  Back story:  after my March 5k, I started having this pain and up until Tuesday I thought it was my achilles; it's not.  I ended up working out twice on Saturday and once on Sunday, but was unable to do anything on Monday due to the pain in my knees and ankle.  I went to PT on Tuesday and I was still feeling very frustrated.  I've paid about $300 for PT this past month and seemingly have no results.  I left with a little more understanding about what's going on and some new stretches.  However, I am still very frustrated and am afraid I'll never run again due to my genetic injury (I pronate very bad and when I bend, my knees always jut out to one side or the other).  If I can't run, or do any exercise for long periods of time, I'm scared I'll get fat again...Speaking of which..I have had another frustration this week.  It seems my abdomen is very bloated and feels like it's retaining a lot of water.  I understand I've gained about 4 pounds since my engagement, but b/c of the water, it's more like 6 or 7.  This has gone on for the entire week and I'm getting very tired of it.

As you can see, I have not given myself any positive or negative stars this week.  I find that although I am ecstatic that I am not lonely and sad any longer, I am upset about my body and that has caused me to be lazy around the house.  So, I don't want to give myself a negative score (and make myself feel worse), so I am abstaining from rating myself.

My goals for week 3:  Continue to work out 5 days a week to the best of my ability and tackle my PT stretches.  (My PT stretches tend to hurt my knees and ankle so it's hard to get them done).  I WILL DO THE LAUNDRY!  I will continue to stay on top of the dishes and clean my bathroom.  I WILL COOK and not take the easy way out. 

Week #1: "Here I Go Again On My Own"

So Chris left me last Thursday evening and has been in Spain for a week (tomorrow).  I decided that I would chronicle my Summer life in my blog.  I figured it should be very interesting (seeing as how Chris does everything for me at home).  Each week will have a different song title to describe my week (and rating things I accomplish, or lack there of).  Here's what happened in Week #1:

I was super worried that I wouldn't be able to fall asleep alone in the apartment because I envision people breaking in to rape and kill me (and have been doing so since college).  The last time he was gone I barely slept and kept my keys next to the bed at all times (in case I had to jump out my 3rd story window and hobble to my car, of course).  However, color me surprised when I fell asleep no problem.  In fact, every night I've been home alone, I find that as long as I stay up until I'm really tired, I sleep just fine.  YAY!  I give myself ***** (5 stars) on this one!

After the first night alone, I went to Mom's to stay w/ her and have a girls' weekend.  We had a lot of fun and I was really sad to come back home Sunday morning.  Sunday and Monday (Memorial Day) were kinda hard for me.  I broke down a little bit and actually cried (which was something I vowed not to do).  I filled my time with movies, True Blood reruns, and the pool, but it's hard being so isolated with no one around to spend time with.  I give myself * (1 star) on dealing with a weekend alone. 

I was able to brush myself off and pick myself up in time to return to work on Tuesday.  In fact, I was feeling so pumped that I not only went grocery store, but I cooked my own dinner.  Now, that may seem really mundane for most of you, but let me tell you this is a big deal in my world.  It seems that, usually, any time I touch a knife to cut something up, I always knick myself, always!  However, I cooked myself a steak, peppers, and onion quesadilla (but fajita style) and most of it came out very well.  I had too much of all 3 components and the peppers weren't thin enough, but overall, it was edible and yummy.   I give myself **** (4 stars) on this. 

Last night (Wednesday), my Dad came to visit to ease my loneliness.  He is staying until Saturday morning.  It is nice to see him because I rarely get any time, let alone QT, with him. 

Another one of my goals has been to keep the house (especially the kitchen) a lot cleaner.  In one week, I have kept the kitchen and the sink clean and have been on top of the dishes.  Funny side note:  1 person = 1 load of dishes per week.  2 people = 4-6 loads of dishes per week.  Crazy huh?  I haven't done so great with the laundry though.  I have not done any of it, or cleaned my bathtub, or vacuumed.  I give myself *** (3 stars) on cleaning this week.

Now, as of tomorrow, I will be on Week #2.  My hopes are as follows 1) I will not cry, 2) I will not be super lonely and sad this weekend, 3) I will cook 2 new meals this week, and 4) I will continue to keep up with the dishes and tackle more domestic duties.

T Minus 3 days

So, I just found Chris' blog ( http://planestrainsandspaniards.blogspot.com/ ) and it made me think about him leaving.  I am so proud of myself for how I've done so far.  The last time Chris left me, he went to River Falls, WI for 4 days (Summer 2008).  I cried a lot before he left and carried on and such.  I realize this did me no good, but waste the time I had with him before he left.  I know 4 days sounds silly to you folks, but previous to this, the longest we had been apart is about 13 hours.  So, now he's leaving for 8 weeks to go study in Barcelona and I have managed to only cry sporadically for like 2 minutes at a time.  His newest blog referenced him measuring time by "lasts" not days.  I realize I've done this too.  Examples:  This past weekend was our last weekend together.  Tonight we are going on our last date night.  Tomorrow we are going to Suzanne and JT's for the last time before he leaves.  I have found that I am able to have fun and really savor the time I have with him.  He will leave me on Thursday and leave the US on Friday.  I have 5 weeks to go before Lil and I got to Barcelona (and Pamplona).  Then, it's the home stretch, only 12 days until he returns. 

In order to stay happy I keep thinking about the positives:  1) I can watch Big Brother and SYTYCD and he won't yell at me.  2) I can watch any soap opera of my choosing.  3) No Mythbusters, Family Guy, Simpsons, etc. (YAY!)  4) Groceries will be half as much (as will gas and 5k admissions).  5) I get to take up the whole bed instead of cramping in between Chris, Booger, and Riley.  6) I will have skype.  7) I will learn to cook and take care of myself (Chris waits on me hand and foot and is amazing for that).

We'll see how depressed I get, but for now, I'm positive.  The only truly scary thing is that I am afraid to go to sleep all alone at night.

I love you Baby and can't wait to have a rendezvous in Europe (just like some old movie, I'm sure).

Simply Violet...is Simply Awesome!

I am in love you guys..and it's not with Chris!  It's with this new Vera Bradley pattern that just came out (and I happened to accidentally come across in Hallmark).  It's called Simply Violet and I simply love it.  I haven't seen a Vera Bradley pattern that I have liked since like 2002.  Oh and the fact that it's purple just makes me even happier! This is a throwback to the classic Vera style and I am all about it.  I envision myself with the luggage bags and big zipper bag and a future diaper bag (very future).  Now, if only I could win a little lottery to get the whole collection!

Soapbox Rant # 1

Okay, so I have strong opinions and from time to time, I need to rant.  Welcome to my very first full-on Soapbox Rant.

Topic:  Facebook and Arizona Immigration

My Stance on The Issue:  In MY very educated opinion on the matter, the Arizona Immigration law is unconstitutional.  It is sending us back to the Jim Crow days by promoting racism.  Sarah Palin says that it's not going to lead to racial profiling.  How will it not?  Who are the cops going to be targeting?  Freakin people who look Mexican.  I tell you what, if I was in AZ for a vacation and some cop came up to me telling me to prove my citizenship, I'd be freakin' pissed.  Not since Nazi Germany were a whole race of people required to carry around their papers due to fear.  I understand that the Nazi Germany and AZ are two different things.  I, more than anyone, understand this since my own family died in concentration camps...but at its hateful core, they are very similar.  Now, I am for Immigration reform.  I am tired of all of the money spent on Immigration crap and the babies born b/c of it.  I do insurance stuff all day and I know all about Medicaid.  However, this is NOT the way to handle it. 

The Real Reason for my Soapbox:  We all have our opinions.  Hell, we all post our opinions on Facebook and Twitter all day everyday.  But here's the thing, if you don't agree with someone's political opinion do you always put them on blast and be disrespectful to them?  I hope not.  I sure don't.  If someone puts up any political opinion that I disagree with, I choose to roll my eyes and simply scroll down.  I believe everyone is entitled to their opinion, even those I view as moronic and ridiculous.  If I commented on every Republican's criticism of my good friend "Barry" (Barack Obama) then I would not only have 75% less friends, but I'd have my Mom's entire family wiped off the grid.  So, I shut my mouth....However, not everyone does.  People who are not even my IRL friends are bashing me and even some family members.  They are being hurtful and disrespectful and insinuating I am brainwashed.  (BTW, I am not brainwashed and have been a card-carrying member of the Democratic party for 20 years, at least.  My opinions just so happen to coincide with the Democratic party so please stop telling me "Oh you'll grow out of it".  )

So please, if you see a political status of mine (and really anyone else you consider a friend or care about), think before you type.  If you can't stick to the issues and keep it classy and have to be mean and so "unchristianlike" then maybe you should do as the Golden Rule says, "If you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all".  From now on, if you choose to ignore this and be rude and disrespectful to me, I will not only delete you from my Friends list, but also my life.  Friends and family included!

Me voy a España!!!

Yeah, so I had to go to a Google translator for that one..and to save you the same amount of time...I'M GOING TO SPAIN!!!  As most of you know, Chris will be in Barcelona all Summer for study abroad (5/27 - 7/24 to be exact).  So, Lil and I are going to visit him from 7/2 to 7/11.  During this time we are going to go to Pamplona for the Running Of The Bulls (San Fermin)!!  Lil and I have been planning our trip for months now, but were waiting to buy our tickets.  Well, today I bought them (YAY) !!!  We are going to be flying Air Canada and the only sucky thing is we have to stop in Toronto and Montreal on the way there and we have to stop in Munich and Toronto on the way back.  The great thing was that I scheduled my flight so early that I was able to pick our seats for 5 of the 6 flights and for all of them we get window seats.  The even better part of this is that for the big, long, overseas flight we will have our own little 2 person row (1 aisle, 1 window).  How awesome is that?!?!  Can't wait! 

Bye Bye Loretta!! Hello William Wallace!!!

In January 2007 I needed a car and fast because Chris had to take over my car.  So, I bought my 2003 VW Jetta (which I named Loretta).  Although she's been good to me, she is very small.  Also, she is about to need a lot of maintenance (sensors, suspension, timing belt, tires, etc.).  Chris and I have been talking for months now about me getting a new car now so that we can pay it off by the time he gets a new car (so we don't have two car payments).  We have scoured the internet and dealerships looking for something we both really like and would want for the next decade.  I had to bat my eyelashes, but he finally agreed to let me have my dream SUV..a 2006 Highlander...but with one catch.  It must have 4WD or AWD.  Fiiiiiinnnnaaaallllly, yesterday we found it!  We were able to unload Loretta and get William Wallace (get it?  William Wallace like from Braveheart b/c he was a Highlander..please say you get it b/c it's really funny) and William came w/ a 3 year or 60,000 mile warrantee (including hoses, parts, etc).  I am beyond happy because not only did I get the car I have dreamed of since college, but we got a really great deal! :) 

Oh, Prease, Gimme!!!

So, attending Lindsey's bridal shower yesterday made me start to think about what kinds of crap I want for my big day.  So, I started googling.  I knew I wanted some color while Chris wants like plain, boring white (veto!).  Then something magical happened...I found this!!!  Spode "Baking Days" serveware and cookware collections.  It comes in black, red, Carolina blue, and lime green.  How cute!  For Christmas you could do the green and red or black and red.  For spring, blue and green.  I can go on and on.  Plus, it's polka, which btw, is soo me.  The best thing is that I can steal Courtney's idea and use this as everyday china and special occasion china.  Now, please everyone, convince Chris that this is the china and bakingware we need to start a new McKeown household next year! :) :)

GAGA!!!!

OMG!! Lady Gaga is coming to North Carolina..twice!  (The only thing better than this would be *N SYNC reuniting and coming to North Carolina.)  The Princess of Pop will be in Charlotte on Saturday, Sept 18, 2010 and in Raleigh on Sunday, Sept 19, 2010.  I have no idea when tickets will go on sale, but I'm Googling all I can to find out.  I am planning on going to the Raleigh show and probably taking off work on that following Monday.  Anyway, two things.  Please let me know if you know what day they're going on sale and let me know if you're going.  I have a crowd swarming already!!  YAY GAGA!!!

 

New Wedding Cake People!!!! :)

After the huge craptasticness of the last cake lady (see previous entry), we learned a few lessons.  Robin had successfully bullied us into an oval, lilac, 3 tiered fondant cake.  I am not a 3 tiered cake person, much less a FONDANT 3 tiered cake person.  I had always thought I'd end up w/ a cupcake wedding cake that's fun and a little different.  So, after the whole debacle, Chris and I decided to go back and really decide what we wanted for a cake and find someone who could do that for us (and at a jew price).  I called all around town and narrowed the list down a lot.  I mean some people are charging $4 - $5 PER CUPCAKE.  No thank you. 
We then had a list of about 5 people to meet with.  We met w/ a nice young lady last weekend.  Her cupcake tasted okay, but mine taste just as good and Courtney's are better, BUT she could do what I wanted (decoration wise).  BUT THEN...she said her delivery fee was $75.00.  Are you kidding me?!?!!  Thank you, but HELL no thank you.  So then we set up two other interviews.  The first was last night. (Spoiler alert:  We enjoyed the first place (Island Cakery) so much that we cancelled the second interview and booked Island Cakery immediately)
We showed up to Island Cakery and the owner Gail wasn't quite ready for us yet, so we chatted with her husband, Frank.  Immediately we felt very comfortable and at ease.  We were at their business, but it felt very homey.  I was skeptical about pricing for this place because their cakes are $5/slice (that's a lot).  However, after everything is said and done, we are only getting charged $20/dozen cupcakes and $60 for the giant cupcake top tier (to hold our cake topper).  We will have three flavors w/ three different frosting colors (and are purchasing 12 dozen cupcakes).  Including all of this and delivery we're only paying about $375.  And let me tell you, the cupcakes are delicious!  I am thinking of buying a dozen just for the heck of it sometime.  So excited!!

I thought about not blogging about this because I need to stop wedding blogging since we're going to have a very small wedding and it may be considered a little rude, but I was very excited and it was time for a nice blog instead of a rant. 

Cake Ladyzilla

Backstory:  I have emailed our former cake lady 6 times and left 1 voice mail since 1/11/2010 asking for a contract for her services (which she apparently has readily available).  She had always responded by saying "Oh I'm sorry, it's coming", except for my last email (from 1/19) and voice mail (1/22) in which I received no email/call back.  I found this unprofessional.  So after a week of waiting for a response, here's what transpired today:

My email:

Robin,

I am not sure if you did not receive my previous email from 2/19 or my voice mail from 2/22.  I am not sure why I have not received a response from either means of communications, though I am sure you have good reason.  To be honest, not hearing from you adds to my growing list of concerns.  I have been already concerned because I have had to ask for a contract a total of now 6 times since our meeting on 1/10.  Please understand that I am just an extremely organized person who is treating her wedding like a business and would like all paperwork signed and in place.  I feel like I have been unable to have this happen.  At this point, I would either like to have a discount for my cake and my contract as soon as possible, or, if you'd rather, for us to amicable split ways and have you refund my $100 deposit.  I have been hoping to not have to send this email, but I am losing sleep over the matter and am anxious all the time.

Thanks for your time and understanding

Stephanie C Sebo

Her response back:

Stephanie,

First, I did not get a voice mail from you. Not sure why, but I have your contract to mail. Your emails are written confirmation that negotiations and plans are ongoing. So as far as having confirmation, that would do it. I have your contract together, and it is my fault for not sending it out as promptly as I usually do business. With your wedding over a year away, and the email documentation, I didn't think it was as urgent as you feel it is. I have many brides I am working with on a daily basis for weddings in the next few weeks and months. I'm really sorry you feel you would like another baker, and if that is in fact what you want to do, I will refund your money. I will not discount a cake for 2011.

I'm sorry if you view your wedding as a business. I think you may lose all the special excitement involved in this important time. I bake cakes because it is special and I enjoy helping in the magic of that day.

I have your address as: (please note, she had my addy right, but I'm not broadcasting it)

I will forward the deposit to you there.

Sincerely,

Robin

Did this not seem bitchy to you?  Chris and I were steaming?  It seemed she was insinuating that 1) I was handling my wedding wrong 2) I am less important than her other brides  3) She seemed to talk in circles too and contradict herself.

I was really nice responding back as well, fyi.  I wanted to make sure that I didn't say anything to negatively affect my chances of getting another cake vendor or affect my current wedding vendors she may know (i.e. my awesome freakin' photographer)

Argh.  The hassles of a wedding. 

I Think Its Time For A New Phone Number

So, yesterday at 10:19 am I get a phone call from 1-336-847-0800 (yup, I just put it on blast).  I didn't know the phone number, so I clearly didn't answer it.  He leaves a voicemail saying, "Hey Stephanie.  This is Thomas.  Call me back."  Well, I know one Thomas and this guy wasn't it.  So I didn't call him back.  Flash forward to today at 10:45 am.  Same number, no voicemail.  Well, curiosity got this cat.  I called.  "Thomas" answered. Here's the really odd conversation and my thoughts on it:

"Thomas" (who seemed to be a fat, 30-something redneck) seemed surprised I didn't remember him.  He gave me his last name Mc(something) and said he thought we had a "really good time" when we met at a bar in High Point about 3 months ago.  I informed him that unfortunately for him, whoever he met was not me b/c I have been with my fiance for about 4 years and have not been to High Point in approximately my entire life.  He then apologized and said someone must have set me up - maybe my "husband's ex-girlfriend."  He said he'd throw away my number and never call me again.  I also apologized and told him that someone must not have had as good of a time as he had if they gave a false name and phone number.  He told me I had nothing to be sorry for and to have a nice day.  Click.

So here the extrapolation will commence: 
1) "Thomas", if you, in fact are real and had SUCH a good time w/ "me" why did it take you THREE MONTHS to call? Or is it that maybe someone randomly dared you to call me yesterday?  Someone, who, as you said does have it in for me (for whatever reason)?
2) Clearly "Thomas" does not know my "husband" b/c he would know that my FIANCE has an ex-WIFE, not an ex-girlfriend and she doesn't live anywhere around here.  Destiny may be the culprit of a lot of things, but I don't think she has her hand in the cookie jar in this one.

So if you know Thomas, the number 1-336-847-0800, or anything about this matter, feel free to clue me in on the practical joke.  If not, at least I got an interesting blog entry out of the matter. 

Not A Bridezilla After All

So, as most of you know we are not getting married until 2011.  We did this for three reasons 1) Chris will graduate in 2011, 2) Chris will be in Spain this Summer, and 3) and so I will have plenty of time to plan and not be a Bridezilla (this reason should probably fall into the #2 spot).

Well, it appears our little plan is working.  I have been a very busy bee booking almost all of our vendors: Photography, Cake, Reverend, DJ, and Locale. Through all of this, I have been shockingly easy-going and easy to please (..or at least that's MY perception)!!!  I may be a little over-prepared with my little printed out sheets of info I assume they need and my fully-crafted ideas..I may be Neuroticzilla, but definately, absolutely, not Bridezilla.  YESSS!!!  Let's just hope I can stay this way until I start my Chris-mandated Xanax treatments (6 months out from wedding) :)