Friday, February 24, 2006

This week I'm totally into...
Math. No, really. I'm using math a lot this week; I try to avoid it like the eighth plague, however this week I have been using it almost every day. Planning how to divide the spoils if I should happen to win any lottery. Hey, a girl can dream about suddenly calling in rich, can't she? Also trying to figure out a new schedule for my job. The math shows that four people cannot cover the hours we need to cover, unless we get no breaks or lunches. So, now I am moving to quantum physics to figure out the schedule. The nice thing about it, as my friend Cam would agree, is that it's utterly random, and probably takes place in several universes. Which is what needs to happen for any of my current schedules to actually be both possible, and palatable. Finally, I have been using math to figure out how many shelves, large and small, I can put in my back bedroom. The Saint and I each have our own back bedrooms - his is currently nearly empty thanks to de-junking. See my other blog, VGrandom if you have any vague interest in the details. Mine is about to become a guest room/library. So it needs real shelves instead of the shelf standards and brackets that are there now. Which requires math, and, oh the horror, a tape measure. So, viva math.
This week I am avoiding....
World of Warcraft. Yes, I hate to say it, but I have been avoiding it. Not only has my main server been so full I often have to wait at least 20 minutes to log in, but I haven't had the time.
I do want to play; I want to level up my druid and priest (yes, you non gamers can move along down the page) but also I want to max out the skills and equipment of my level 60 hunter. And play around with my other alts. (Alternative characters) Sadly, until I finish de-junking, I'm afraid WoW must take a backseat.
What else is on my mind...
The Saint's mom being in the hospital again. Luckily this time doesn't sound so bad. Still, no fun for her at all.
My Luna Moth guitar. I shouldn't want any guitar since I just got my T5, let alone a Moth, but I can't help it. Regardless, I am waiting until at least 6 months to buy another guitar. Or until after the Saint buys one. Whatever comes first. Heh.
De-junking. I think it is going to be on my mind until I finish. I am slightly obsessed. It will be so nice when it's finished.
Suzie Q. Our dog. She's getting really old for a big dog. Sometimes she freaks me out, she's so still when she sleeps. I worry someday I will say her name and she won't give me that "Wha'?" look. If you have a German Shepard Dog, or a Rottie you know the look. At the same time, I hope she does go that way, in her sleep, quietly. Laying in her favorite spot. Near me.
The week ahead.....
Health- Exercise every day. Drink at least 32 oz. Of water. Keep to my low carbs.
Personal - Practice Guitar every day. Practice piano every other day. Write every day, even for just a few minutes. Be nice to Ken. Finish de-junking the Utility Room, and move on to the Living Room.
Professional - Let things lie at the moment. Work on my own problems, and don't worry about anyone else.
Fun - Make sure to relax. Read more. Listen to more music. Play more.
Goals Achieved...
Exercised every day. Kept to my low carbs. Practiced. Wrote. Was nice. Finished the Master Bedroom. Found an article on attitude adjustment, also checked out a book. Nearly kept my mouth shut. Had fun, although didn't play WoW or Silk Road. Maybe this week.

Saturday, February 18, 2006

This Week In VGimlet's Life

Now for historical purposes, here are all the exciting, or boring, things going on in my life. I used to do this on my web page, but, wow, it could be archived! What a Deal!

So, here are the facts for this week.



This week I'm totally Into;
Music. Yes, it's true, I have broken the bonds of World of Warcraft. I haven't played in quite a while. I have been practicing guitar, and piano. I have been looking for songs I want to learn to play (That don't have too many ugly chords, like B7) and printing them off my home computer.
I am also into exercising. The Saint and I purchased an elliptical trainer last week, and I have used it every day so far.
Scheduling. I am trying to figure out ways to make it so I don't have to work every other weekend. I know those who work every weekend will say a hearty "whaaaa!" to my cry baby ways, but I would like to avoid it if I can. It may not be possible, but you never know unless you write it all out.
De junking my house. If you haven't read my blog VGRandomized you may not know it, but I have been de-junking my house. Everything junky must go. It feels good.


This week I'm avoiding

I was avoiding de-junking my toys, because I was worried about getting rid of my stuffed bear. He was a comfort to me when I was a kid. I knew he had to go, but it made me teary. He once belonged to my cousin, and he is now almost antique. Definitely vintage. The Saint's mom took him. I was glad. There are still a few toy land mines to get over, but he was the worst.

What else is on my mind.

Work. I need to cultivate a new attitude at work. I am too witchy. I am doing okay with patrons, but not so good with my co-workers, which is NOT a good thing, especially when it spills over to the boss. So, time for some attitude adjustment on my part.
The Olympics. It's really sad that the US coverage sucks so badly. I miss cable TV for the Canadian stations. Their news and sports coverage was SO much better.
My Azalea Tree. It needs to go outside, but since it's 15 degrees here at night it's NOT a good plan. I just hope it doesn't die before I can get it outside.

The week ahead - Goals

Health- Exercise every day. Drink at least 32 oz. Of water. Keep to my low carbs.
Personal - Practice Guitar every day. Practice piano every other day. Write every day, even for just a few minutes. Be nice to Ken. Finish de-junking the Master bedroom, and move on to the Utility Room.
Professional - Find at least one article about attitude adjustment. Keep my mouth shut, especially in the morning when I am always grouchy.
Fun - Well, the music is fun. But also, play WoW this week. And Silk Road.

Accomplished Last Week

Exercised every day. Drank most of my water. Had no major lapses on low carb. (I allow myself more carbs than the Atkins or other VERY LOW CARB diets. I eat more veggies and fruits.)
Finished the Master Closet, including spring cleaning. Practiced the guitar all except one day.
Wrote every day.

Weekly Gift
I am counting the Valentines day card and Azalea tree as a weekly gift. And I got next week's weekly gift a day early - I got my T5 guitar!
The one I've been teasing Ken about for months. Woot! It is awesome! It sounds so nice, I even sound pretty good. Okay, I really don't, but I delude myself into thinking I do.

Quote of the week -
From Colleen Barrett.
"Work is either fun or drudgery. It depends on your attitude. I like fun."