Alleluia, it is done. I did... OK... I think. I never know quite what to think before I get my grade. And I should have that news later this afternoon.
Either way, I am DONE with chemistry. Three quarters in a row is enough for me. Next is microbiology, which will be just as much fun but at least it's not chemistry. ;)
Now I can focus on other things. Getting Christmas cards out. Actually putting up our tree and other holiday deco. Finishing shopping. I need to call my mom back and check with my sister to make sure that she is coming up for Christmas dinner. I need to call State Farm and check on the status of our renter's insurance. And FIRST on my list is cleaning up after the craziness of the holiday crafts I did earlier this month.
Oh boy... maybe studying wasn't so bad after all.
Thursday, December 13, 2007
Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Super quick update
We *finally* had Catherine's well child check up.
Quick stats:
Weight: 24.4 lbs (95th percentile)
Height: 29 1/4" (80th percentile)
Doc says she is perfectly healthy. Good heart sounds, no murmur, clear lungs, good physical development. He was impressed by her ability to stand and walk, as well as her social skills. Overall - she's doing great. She even did well with her shots - unbelievable! And even better - he kept saying how beautiful of a baby she is - now when a pediatrician says that, that's awesome. Oh... and apparently her eyes are losing a little blue and becoming more blue-green. Interesting. Maybe it was just the light - who knows.
And with that I disappear into the depths of my organic chemistry book. My final is in less than 48 hours, so needless to say I need to focus on amino acids, proteins, and enzymes. I'll return back to life on Thursday once I've recovered. Until then, I wouldn't expect me to return calls or emails.
=)
Quick stats:
Weight: 24.4 lbs (95th percentile)
Height: 29 1/4" (80th percentile)
Doc says she is perfectly healthy. Good heart sounds, no murmur, clear lungs, good physical development. He was impressed by her ability to stand and walk, as well as her social skills. Overall - she's doing great. She even did well with her shots - unbelievable! And even better - he kept saying how beautiful of a baby she is - now when a pediatrician says that, that's awesome. Oh... and apparently her eyes are losing a little blue and becoming more blue-green. Interesting. Maybe it was just the light - who knows.
And with that I disappear into the depths of my organic chemistry book. My final is in less than 48 hours, so needless to say I need to focus on amino acids, proteins, and enzymes. I'll return back to life on Thursday once I've recovered. Until then, I wouldn't expect me to return calls or emails.
=)
Thursday, December 6, 2007
A bizarre bazaar
Today was the holiday bazaar at work. I've been busting my ass and sacrificing a lot of stuff to manage to participate. The term "blood, sweat and tears" comes to mind.
Now that it is done, I have mixed feelings. I'm glad that I got to meet some more co-workers and get to know them better. It was great to get into the holiday spirit. And I'm proud of what I managed to accomplish.
Was it worth it?
No no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no.
The returns on it sucked. For the amount of money, time and effort I put into it, I barely sold a thing. I should be grateful for those that did buy my offerings. After all, it is a huge compliment that someone is willing to put forth money to purchase one of my little crafty things. But that doesn't cut it.
On a scale of 1 to 10, my disappointment is a 25.
Now that it is done, I have mixed feelings. I'm glad that I got to meet some more co-workers and get to know them better. It was great to get into the holiday spirit. And I'm proud of what I managed to accomplish.
Was it worth it?
No no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no.
The returns on it sucked. For the amount of money, time and effort I put into it, I barely sold a thing. I should be grateful for those that did buy my offerings. After all, it is a huge compliment that someone is willing to put forth money to purchase one of my little crafty things. But that doesn't cut it.
On a scale of 1 to 10, my disappointment is a 25.
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Lesson in humility
I once thought it was *impossible* to ruin Rice Krispy Treats.
I now know this is not true.
=(
Flooding and icky sicky
Washington is wet and rainy. Nothing new there. But anyone who has lived here knows that the rain is spread out over several months. It rains lightly for days on end. Monday was different. In most places they are saying that it was the most rain ever. EVER. 5" in 24 hours in some places. Raining cats and dogs doesn't cut it - more like raining horses and cows. News of the resulting floods have been spread nationwide. Luckily, we are not in one of the hard hit spots. Our basement has a little water, but there is a gutter that goes around the perimeter, and the water is contained there. Except for the area where it is carpeted, the carpet there is mildly damp. The worst hit area is about 30 miles south of us. The floods there are so bad that it has actually shut down I-5. Completely shut down. Anyone wanting to go from Seattle to Portland has to go 400-500 miles out of the way. I've included a scary picture to illustrate. That's I-5 under 10 feet of water. Just nuts.
Last week I got sick - bad cold it seemed. And I lost my voice. Yuck. But I got better - better enough to go up into the snow and still host our girls' party. Now I'm worse. Was a cold - now it feels like the flu. Stephen came down with it yesterday, though it doesn't seem like nearly as bad as me. Catherine seems to have it too, poor thing. But I feel like being whiny and selfish - I'm the one that's sick. Boo for me. I need sympathy. I need sleep. I need to finally feel better. I'm tired of feeling so icky.
Last week I got sick - bad cold it seemed. And I lost my voice. Yuck. But I got better - better enough to go up into the snow and still host our girls' party. Now I'm worse. Was a cold - now it feels like the flu. Stephen came down with it yesterday, though it doesn't seem like nearly as bad as me. Catherine seems to have it too, poor thing. But I feel like being whiny and selfish - I'm the one that's sick. Boo for me. I need sympathy. I need sleep. I need to finally feel better. I'm tired of feeling so icky.
P.S.
Filling in on Catherine's first snow: she really didn't like it. Cold wet stuff and being bundled up seemed not to be her cup of tea. Plus because she's learning to take steps, the stiff boots and slippery ground didn't go well with her either. Hopefully she'll like it better next year. Or even in the next few months if it actually decides to snow here.
And also - the picture of pretty snow and trees - if you look carefully, there's a spot of red color in the middle (easy to pick out from the white and green) - that would be Jen.
And also - the picture of pretty snow and trees - if you look carefully, there's a spot of red color in the middle (easy to pick out from the white and green) - that would be Jen.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Tis the season
What a wonderful weekend to welcome December and open the holiday season! Two big traditions took place: the Payne family annual trek to cut down our Christmas trees, and the 8th annual girls holiday gathering.
Saturday was our trek up to the mountain. We packed the car and truck with everything we needed: snow gear, snowshoes, axe and saw, food and warm drinks. It's a long drive down to the Gifford-Pinchot-National-Forest and then up until we hit snow. Cute pictures of our little snow bunny all bundled up were a must!
My girlfriends and I have been getting together every Christmas since my junior year at PLU. At the time we were all living in the same apartment complex: me, Heather and Lori in one apartment, and directly across from us were Hilary, Christine, and Keleigh. This was 8 years ago. Since then, all of us but one have gotten married, 2 have had kids, some of us have gone on to further our eduction, and all of us have busy lives. Often times the holiday party is the only time that all 6 of us can get together.
The gathering has changed from year to year. One year Jenny Chase joined us (she was living with Lori at the time), a couple of years ago Heather's mom was there, and this year my mom joined the party. But some things never change: food, present exchange, stockings, and great girlfriend company. We rotate who hosts, and this year I got to host! I love playing hostess! We had brunch food - quite yummy if I do say so myself. And after presents and stockings we sat and chatted and caught up from lost time. Refueling our girl time until next year.
=)
Saturday was our trek up to the mountain. We packed the car and truck with everything we needed: snow gear, snowshoes, axe and saw, food and warm drinks. It's a long drive down to the Gifford-Pinchot-National-Forest and then up until we hit snow. Cute pictures of our little snow bunny all bundled up were a must!
My girlfriends and I have been getting together every Christmas since my junior year at PLU. At the time we were all living in the same apartment complex: me, Heather and Lori in one apartment, and directly across from us were Hilary, Christine, and Keleigh. This was 8 years ago. Since then, all of us but one have gotten married, 2 have had kids, some of us have gone on to further our eduction, and all of us have busy lives. Often times the holiday party is the only time that all 6 of us can get together.
The gathering has changed from year to year. One year Jenny Chase joined us (she was living with Lori at the time), a couple of years ago Heather's mom was there, and this year my mom joined the party. But some things never change: food, present exchange, stockings, and great girlfriend company. We rotate who hosts, and this year I got to host! I love playing hostess! We had brunch food - quite yummy if I do say so myself. And after presents and stockings we sat and chatted and caught up from lost time. Refueling our girl time until next year.
=)
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