Hump day =

Where the fuck did I get a stomach virus?  I'm home and bored and cranky. Had a cup of tea today. That's it and it's already almost 2 in the afternoon. Hubs just went off to the store to get light eats. I'm not very hungry, but a bit of broth sounds do-able. Ugh I hate getting sick. I left work yesterday afternoon. Slept till 11am today after up most of the night. Poor me. Lol nah I'll be fine.
     Although I haven't watched any World Cup today. Haven't missed a day so far. Maybe not all the games but I did catch Suarez take a bite. What the hell? Can his ass NOW! {shakes head-just amazed at people}
     I'm in my room, on my own at the moment. Watching a repeat of the TV show BONES. Cat is on the bed, looking at me to give her more cuddles. I have my tea cup next to me. A Doctor Who tardis teapot with the dregs of loose Earl Grey. Two special items indeed. Not the tea dregs LOL. The tea cup was a Christmas gift. I have a tea for one {another Christmas gift} in the same pattern. Moonlight Roses it's called. It's lovely! But I look at my nightstand, I wonder what it says about me. Along with the teapot and teacup, you'll find usual objects. Body lotion (Molton Brown ginger lily), candle (Yankee Candle Beach Plum), lamp (brass w/off white shade) , small funky box that holds a few earrings and bracelets I use frequently (wooden carved w/soft lining in pink) I used to have a lace doily under the lamp. Maybe it's the show, but I wonder what someone would surmise about me if they saw my nightstand? What would they imagine me to be like? The thought that I could be that easy to figure out kind of annoys me. I like to think I'm a bit complicated. Aren't we supposed to be? I'm pretty simple in most things, but like all of us, my experiences have added layers to me. Now I can say that I know at least one person who can read me like a book. I'm kinda glad about that, yet it gets me as I can't return it as fully. I'm knowing but still confused. Hahaha. My friends do get me though, and that is mutual. Thank the Gods for them. They keep me grounded and they often don't even know it. Buy yeah for them.
     See the reason I love them so is that I am such a true libra. I will say one thing, mean it 100%, but then do something so opposite what I said. It (and I I'll admit) will do your head in.  ooh perhaps I need to eat something, I'm getting all freaky deeky in my thoughts. Lmao.
     I may be back later. I'm not sure. Hubs just got back so I will have some soup.  So I'm saying Ciao For Now.

Busy Day I Tell Ya!

     Today was busy, but good. The sucky thing though I have a sneaking suspicion that we are not getting increases this year. Not thrilled about this. I got a good review, was hoping for a bit more money. Oh well! Who knows I may be wrong, but I don't think so. 😟
     Well today was WW, okay another pound gone. This must stop, I must lose more. We know how, I know and yes, I am going to the gym after work. I have to admit that I am at the age now where diet is not going to do it alone. This is how I lost steady a while back so not that huge an epiphany. Lol I have been trying to get up early and when I wasn't working this worked well but paired with work I think I will do better going after work. More on that on tomorrow night's blog.
We discussed summer road blocks like BBQ's and such. So we picked what we would like from the list of pictures. Then we looked at the same photos with the points on them. What I picked was 20 points, holy cow. So the point was how we need to decide if what we want is points worthy. I started to laugh, it reminded me of an old episode of Seinfield. It was when Elaine was dating a guy and she wasn't sure if he was sponge worthy. The sponge being a type birth control in the 80's. Lol it just reminded me of that, and it made me laugh. Luckily I'm not the only twisted mind in the group. 😆
     Well that's it for today, hope you're all having or will have sweet dreams. Ciao For Now.

Weekend Round Up

    So we meet again on Sunday night, the weekend now behind us. Not quite what I originally expected. I was quite upset on Friday night. Felt invisible in a situation. Not going into detail, some of you know. Thank you for the kind ear listening to me vent. That and a 15oz rum and coke made me feel better. So come the Solstice. It arrived at 6:51am eastern time. Longest Day of the year. I woke up at 6am on my own. My body must have sensed the changes. The energy around us. I did my working, asked for things, gave thanks for other things. Remembered someone who left this earth. (Too many as of late) So by half 8 I was riding high on energy that got me thinking I needed a new affirmation.  Hubs is not a fan of ink but I wanted kanji. The one I got was the Japanese word for "to believe" as in to believe in yourself.  Perfect for this day. I call the place near me, no answer yet. They open at noon. So I get there about half past and ask if anyone can do this for me. Well behold the person I wanted was able to do this as she had a cancelation. Perfect! So I get this done. It looks so dark. I mean it will mellow and fade a bit as all black ink does but next to my other ink it really stands out. Looks a bit odd I will admit.  One of my friends said she liked it but it didn't fit me. I appreciate her honesty and I will admit it looks a bit uneven since the color is so dark and my other one is lighter ( it's almost 2 years old).  Well as all ink should it means something to me. I'm sure lots of folks are surprised as my usual suspect to haven't even commented. Lmao.  I am still looking forward to my next big piece. It's with be a witchy owl, moon thingy. Drawn by a fabulous artist. I am on a 2 year waiting list for her. It's worth it though, she does amazing work. Her Persephone & Hades is stellar! No outlines, looks like a painting.  I can't wait. Won't be cheap I know. But well done ink is not cheap. I'm hoping my friend will draw me another piece. He did one already, and maybe if he has an idea, he can draw this one and she can ink it for me, adding here and there. But NOT changing his artwork. He's very talented and truth is his young daughter is following suit. She draws well and in time, I'm sure will be fab.
      So my day was spent getting ink and grocery shopping at a farmers market, and window shopping for perfume. I'm running low, I need more scent. Lol
      Today was chill except that I watched the World Cup. This game will make me bonkers. I am seriously getting very hooked. I have things I need to look up. Like why do they draw that line on the ground to keep the players behind. Is it really needed? Can't they stay lined up?  Also when do they decide when to have the player kick from the side? I think I was told this but I don't remember. And why does it seem that sometimes the ball goes one place and it's in, but another time it's out?  I'm sure I will find my answers 😀
      Tonight was also the start of True Blood, in it's final season, I can say it's getting odder and odder. Lmao
So that's my boring weekend. Oh another co-worker next to me said that when I talk on my cell at work can I leave my desk, as she has a hard time hearing the people on the phone. I almost laughed. She is so loud and anyone I talk to always comments on this. But okay, I can do this. Oy vey. Hehehe
      So peeps I'll end there and as always Ciao For Now.

Up Up And Away

     So, I weighed in yesterday. Not a pound was lost that week. What was list was inches. I have read that will happen sometimes. I am glad but it made me angry, I wanted to lose weight.  I told a friend today, his reply was keep going. Lol great advice indeed, straight forward, not sugar coated. Is it any wonder I love my friends? I am trying the smoothies route. I had a green smoothie today for lunch and I felt quite full until dinner. So methinks breakfast and lunch tomorrow. Along with string cheese, salad, and fruits. Then dinner is the Italian meatballs I made this weekend (no breadcrumbs) and more veg.   Let's see, because I need a certain number of calories so who knows, I may have not lost weight since I came under both points (on weight watchers) and calories (on my fitness pal). Lol
    So as I sit here in my bedroom, I am thumbing through a woman's catalog. They claim they now offer "Goddess sizes" I was amused, that that is their term for plus sized clothing.  Why yes I am a Goddess. It nice that they acknowledge this. Lol   They have very "witchy" clothes, meaning a bit old fashioned, flows with lace. But also some awesome dresses. I'm tempted, but they are not cheap. So on a sale I may indulge, just to see the quality. Hehe
    Short and sweet blog tonight. Just like me. Lmao
     Well I am just rambling so I'm saying good night. Until next time peeps, ciao for now

Tomorrow Is The Day

     I am starting a regime of green smoothies at least once a day. I have done research and found my mix. It's basically kale mixed with banana, strawberry, mixed with flax, soy, and maca powders. Touch of stevia for sweetness. I will also mix mango and strawberry, blueberries and banana. Not using almond milk, I'm just using water. They say it's the best for weight loss. "They" say a lot don't they. Lol We shall see. Wish me luck. I'm dead serious about eating better. I am in a good place. I must admit I'm enjoying going to the meetings with my friend from work. The leader is very good too, that makes a difference. What also makes a difference is that hubs is doing this along with me. It's been a long road so far and I've done it, but now I'm on the next level. I am not kidding myself, it's going to get harder. I already see gravity making me cringe. Boobs are not what they used to be. I keep getting told not to worry about silly things but see to me they're not silly. I had much bigger boobs. Of course I was lots fatter, that's right I said the F word. FAT FAT FAT!!! I can fix this in time but I'm self concious. I'm not saying I'm not sexy, but I want to be satisfied with me. I know I will have fun in England. It will be here soon and I will be able to walk it with the best of them. 

     Speaking of England, well Europe in general. I am so into European football. Soccer to us in the states. I'm watching the World Cup every day. Getting a good grasp on it too. I really hope I get to see my friend's son play when I go overseas. I am all set. I have my ticket, my passport, my case. I do want to get an over the shoulder little bag to hold my credentials plus bit of make up, money and my passport. Yes I'm such a brat. Lmao.

     Today was Father's Day, and I spoke to my Da. Was good to chat with him. I would really love to live in NY again. Not going to happen though. Hubs not a fan of NY. I wanted to go see the play Hedwig and the Angry Inch with Neal Patrick Harris. He leaves in August.  Well I went online and not one ticket available for weekends. It's the only time I can go. I was gutted. So I went to several brokers pages, holy shit. $130.00 for last row balcony. I'm still tempted lol. I am dying to see a play. Lasts ones I saw were La Cage Aux Folles and Godspell, I enjoyed them so much. Nothing like a live production. Want to see more 😎

     Well peeps, it's time to get ready for bed. I want to give myself a facial. Relax with. Warm cup of tea and my book.  So until next time, ciao for now. 

Weight What Want Not!

     So I finished my first week of Weight Watchers. It's interesting that now I am logging into 2 websites to track my food. It does make you very aware of what goes into your mouth.  I am able to reach places I had lost touch with, and now reach again and a tad bit better. Onward I go. I am delving into the land of green smoothies. I have been having an egg or two (depending on my appetite in the am) or a Greek yogurt. Fage being my personal favorite. So thick and creamy. But in reality, aside from my morning caffeine, I'm not always hungry. I have found myself under my calories for the day at almost half. If I figure 1200 a day I have been coming in at about 900. All fine and dandy but I know that if you don't eat enough your body hangs onto your fat. Like old friends that just don't want to leave a comfortable get together. Well I want to get closer to my goal and 1000 calories to 1200 sounds okay. So in order to get nutrients and yes even calories I am going to make smoothies for breakfast. Thank you for staying on my little tangent there, hope you kept your arms and legs inside during the ride. 😀 I have purchased a small but mighty personal blender for this purpose. Wait! Did I tell you all this already? It feels like I did. Well so as not to repeat myself, I did some smoothie shopping. Got some kale, stevia all natural sweetener ( no more equal or Splenda) Stevia is a leaf that just happens to be very sweet. Also some fresh frozen blueberries. Bananas and carrots.  I'll let ya know how it turns out. I'm actually really excited to start. I get weighed in tomorrow so we shall see how my first week went. My weight loss journey can be described in 2 old songs. First is " The Long & Winding Road" by the Beatles. Second is "what A Long Strange Trip It's Been" by The Grateful Dead.
     Well spoke to my friend, the ones whose had a family loss. He is okay and I was relieved. I figured I did enough, I'm sorry. You have to keep going, maybe even laugh. It's okay and he's a smart man. He knows my deal, and bless him, STILL calls me friend. Lol
     It's raining, and I don't even care. I'm thrilled again, as I was telling my dad about my upcoming trip, I mentioned going for my passport. Oh did I ever mention that it arrived!? Yep it did. So of course I now want to get a cute little "purse" with a shoulder strap. To hold my passport and some cash, etc. I've seen them and now I get to buy one. Lmao. I'm so bad hehe
     Speaking of my dad, I finally met his lady friend. She is very nice, very sweet. They do look cute together. I have to admit. I know I tease a lot about the entire situation, but in truth, I'm very happy he has someone to share things with. They go to dinner and next week, hold on to your hats, they are going to a movie. I'm very glad he's getting out.
      Well my peeps, it's almost the witching hour and I've done quite a bit of driving today, is I'm going to bed.  Ciao For Now.

Write On Baby😊😊

     Well got my hair done tonight. My hairdresser is a hoot, we get along very well.  I told her what I want done, she does it and then it looks great for a few days then I get to do it myself and ....not as great. Not terrible but, well fuck I need to use my straightener. I have thick hair and was told tonight, it's extremely soft. It does feel nice but I think it's the added bonus of my Paul Mitchell shampoo. Lol she made my hair a deeper red, with there separate layers, of lighter shades mixed in, looks funky fun. I may go back to blonde as I loved it, but I like the shorter sleeker style. It's kicky and kind of sexy. Let's not forget easy to shampoo and dry. Dear friend, you suggested a haircut, get rid of the rocker hair, and I am grateful for the honesty as I was stuck for so long. I like this look MUCH better. Lol.
     Well yes I went to weight watchers and was not as terrible as I was fearing. Isn't that always the way, you get so nervous then pony up to the bar and well damn, it's not as bad as you thought it would be. I knew I had gained weight, I knew I lost weight and my bathroom scale alternated between 2 weights depending where you stood. Ha! So I can now say, I am almost 3 pounds less than I was last August. Okay, I can work with this. I can be at least 40 to 50 pounds less by the time England trip gets here. Plus I have someone at work I can swap recipes and chat with. Also my friends are so supportive, thank the stars. All this and it hopeful The NY Rangers may win the Stanley Cup this year...ah yes.....deep breath....it's all good right now.
     Two birthdays happening. My friends son, and my friend in NY. The boy is 16, and a very handsome young man. The lady is a beautiful gal, who is so lovable. Happy Birthday to you both!
Headed to NY this weekend to celebrate the lady's birthday, and so looking forward to seeing my friends. Of course I get to see Dad. Always wonderful. Still trying to figure what to get him for Father's Day. He's hard to buy for.  I do t have much to say at the moment but stick by me, I'm sure something will come to mind. Lol
     So before I fall asleep at the computer, I will say ciao for now.