Getting Prepared

Got an Interview tomorrow!

Say a prayer for me please.

And it's all in good timing too. Friday was my last day working with the customer I've been working with for the last 5 yrs or so. Business needs. Always the excuse you can't fight. lol So, Monday I start training for something new. Good thing is..I don't have to move anywhere in terms of seating. At least not now. I still get to be with my girls, in the location that we hate. But, we used my losing my customer (Since I'm the low man on the totem pole) as a reason to eat. hahaha They had an exit party for me. Love them!! Thanks again girls!!

But, tomorrow...I've got an interview for a position that could take me back to my old office. Where I belong. Where my work life balance can be back on track. Wish me luck. I have a feeling that they already know who they want for the position anyways, but I haven't had an interview in a very long time so I am going for it. At the very least, I get some updated interview experience. I know, I know....such a positive attitude. hahaha

It's a Behavioural Interview I'm sure.
Example: Sample Behavioural Interview Questions   Might hear something similar to these.

And...I'm pretty confident that it will be more than one person. The hiring manager and someone else to take notes. But, we'll see. Either way, I'm nervous. I know I shouldn't be, but I am. Doesn't matter how I try to prepare myself. Which, I've been trying to do. Writing some thoughts down, reading old notes and some helpful material that someone gave me quite a long time ago.
Good thing is that regardless, I still have a job. So, no need to be nervous right? Trust me, I stepped up for Prayer for Needs this morning at church to get some extra prayer so I'm not a complete mess tomorrow. Words that were said in prayer were a reminder that God is in control! So, I know I'll be ok...regardless. Just want to get it over with!

This was too cute not to share.

Did my best to not think about it till today so that I could enjoy my weekend. 

That, we did. 

Saturday, we hung out with some friends and then played Floor Hockey at our church. Floor Hockey! At church! Certainly a new experience for Furman. Whereas myself, I haven't played since I was in grade school. We had soooo much fun. Was quite a workout mannnn!! Definitely can't wait to do that again. Thanks Steve for arranging the night. 

And.....to capture the moment you know I had to get some pics. Here is the best.

                    

Anyways....going to stop here so I can relax a bit and review my stuff again before I turn in for the night. Have to be well rested for tomorrow. I was going to skip breakfast to avoid the possibility of tossing my cookies with nervousness, but Furman said to make sure and eat something early so I'm not distracted by hunger during my noontime interview. Yeahhhhh...he's right!  lol

We'll see what happens tomorrow! 

                                                                 

For the New Year

It's been a bit difficult to blog these days. So, forgive me for my absence. But, I'm here and thank you for coming back you faithful followers. Love you guys!

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The New Year has been off to a rough start. The year came to a close following some changes at work that we were very unhappy with, and now the year is starting off with even more changes. But, one thing we can say is that we aren't even surprised. Smh. The axe was raised just before the holidays and we are just waiting for it to fall. Probably on Monday by the looks of things. So, I've spent the weekend updating a couple resumes - mine, and someone else's. There is a chance that one of us may break free from the madness. That's the good thing about the company I work for. There are often opportunities for advancement, change if you can find them. But, i'm not really sure if I want to right now. To get what you want (to go back to my old office location) comes at a cost and i'm not sure if i'm wanting to pay the price that is currently being offered. Pray for me to figure it out this week. I miss all my old co-workers dearly!! Miss you guys!! But I know you know that!! lol

Now that we are into the New Year also means getting back into old routines...or new routines for many. At least for the first little while. lol You know how those resolutions go. For me, it's a little bit of both. I've been going to the Dr three times a week now to see if he can affect change on a medical condition that was identified just before the holidays by pure accident. Scoliosis Lucky for me, I don't have it as bad as I've seen in some photos online. The X-ray below is really me!! Trust me....when he took the X-ray we both just kind of stood there for a second. lol I was like "WTH? Who is that? That can't be me! I stood up straight...I swear!" lol But yeah, it was me. It's been an interesting experience so far I tell ya! Snap, crackle, pop! lol I've been getting adjustments...and not in my attitude. hahaha On the other two days of the week, I continue with my pole fitness. Yup! Dr said it was actually good for me to do. Go figure! I don't know about you but i'm amazed.

So yeah, this is me. What it is on the left and what it should be on the right. I'm not sure if I can be fixed cause i'm kind of old. lol I don't mind sharing about what some people might find to be uber personal because i'm sure there are many out there with the same condition. Many, who have no clue....like I didn't. And....as you will see....i'm gonna keep on doing what I've been doing...and then some. We'll see in future if there will be any change. I'll just keep praying about it.

Here is one of my most recent moves I've learned - Sleeping Beauty! I'm just loving the arch. lol Especially considering my spine is kind of jacked up. lol But it certainly explains a few things. Like some aches that I get sometimes from sitting for a long period. Thought it was something I was doing (hint hint) but I was wrong.

I've cut off my pole buddy hanging just above me. We were attempting our first double move (both sharing same pole) that we will perfect at a later time. 

On that note, i'll share an excellent article that was shared on Facebook. 11 Things I Wish Everyone Knew About Pole Dancing The author did an excellent job and was right on the money. Do check it out as I am sure you will learn something.

Spinbuddies - Love it!!!

Anyways....I'll stop here because i'm tired. I really am. Like I said, I've been on the computer all weekend working on resumes and I am ready to relax!

Tomorrow will be an interesting day.

Have an awesome week my readers.
Stay safe, stay warm and God Bless.

Time To Reflect

I hope everyone had

 a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

If you haven't already, it's a great time to reflect on the year that has passed and think about the year ahead. What would you like to accomplish?

What would you do differently if anything?

Have you made any New Years' Resolutions? Phooey! You know, those things that are often broken within the first six weeks of the year. lol

So much I could write about since I haven't written over the holidays but where to start?

First off, let me just say that Christmas was very Merry. Very special indeed as my family and I got together to break bread with my mom at her home, in the kitchen that I fought so hard for her to get. Only Took 10 Yrs Yup! She cooked a meal for us instead of her coming to our house or us all going to someone else's. I knew that going to her home would be something that would make her extremely happy so that is what we did and she was happy indeed!!

Merry Christmas 2014!!

Having dinner at mom's house with my husband and children was very special - the best Christmas gift I could have. Thanks to my wonderful kids!!

Skipping all we did over the holidays.....i'll head right to New Years!



Thanks girl....for allowing us to share with your good company and great food to bring in New year 2014!

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2014!!!

                                               
We were far from home for the New Year so got home in the wee hours of the morning safely. Furman doesn't drink so he always gets us home safe! Nothing stopped us from getting up several hours later to take part in the Resolution Run. lol Sure did. Not even the -14C/7F temperature. Let me tell you.....the first 10 minutes into the run was pure torture. I swear I wanted to turn back. It was colder than the Santa Shuffle. I've Been Lazy The cold was biting any skin that was exposed which was mainly our faces. But...we endured...warmed up...and finished together. Furman is definitely not in Miami anymore. haha And if he didn't feel it before, he'll certainly feel it today cause it's even COLDER!!

kilometres 4.94

minutes 36:17

mins/km 7:20

kcal 392

Resolution Run 2014

Now...everybody is back to the regular routine and before I return I'm taking a few days to relax and reflect.

2013 was a year of ups and downs like everybody else. Another year of surprises, both good and bad. A year of new accomplishments. I am so blessed to have Furman share in it all with me. Another year that is now in the past. It was a year where I thought a relationship I had with someone would be on the mend but it didn't work out that way. Really does take two and I guess it's not that time. A year where I met some great people and did some amazing things. A year where I had to sit back and watch someone I love go through some crazy growing pains and not be able to do anything about it. Make mistakes....but then fix them. Thank God for the power of PRAYER! So, I smiled when I read this post that was shared on Facebook by an awesome guy I know:  (not Neil Gaiman...have no clue who that is. lol)
                                                                   

                                          

God is definitely good. He may not always give us what we want, but we are certainly given what we need.

On that note, I look forward to 2014 and all that it brings! 

                                      

Thanking God for the people that are flying with me!!

Time to set new goals! That's why we started with the Resolution Run. I plan to continue with my running. Already signed up for the Ottawa Half Marathon and still trying to decide on other runs to do. Will continue with my pole fitness too, and learning new stuff. But first...focus on my health. I learned a couple days before Christmas that I have a medical condition that I wasn't aware that I had. But, I wont get into any details right now on what I've learned because I've really written enough for today and i'm still learning. Like I said when I started...so much I could write about. lol So stay tuned....and bye for now.

Prayers to all for an absolutely wonderful and blessed 2014!!

On that note....I'll end with a remake although there is nothing like the original. But good job Michael Buble.

                                     

I've Been Lazy

Well, I wish I could say that I've been soo busy Christmas shopping that I haven't had the time to blog. But in all honesty, it's just been pure lazzzziinnneessss!! Yup...I said it. I've been lazy. Blame it on my new long as ever commute.
                                                     

But, let me quickly get you updated on the highlights of the last couple weeks:

I ran my last run of the year. The Santa Shuffle. It was only a 5k but it was the only running that I've done since my first half marathon in September. We Did It! It was no joke too. Blame it on the office move. Now that i'm at a new location, I haven't been able to go to the gym like I used to for a variety of reasons. Main reason of which is, because my old office is also where my gym was. lol Just have to figure out a new plan. Till then....I've been lazy. Gotta get out of it though. Starting off 2014 with the Resolution Run. I know, i'm nuts. lol We're nuts together.

So, no Christmas shopping. I hate shopping, really. And, with my kids being adults now it makes Christmas that much easier....just give them money. lol All I want is their time.

The other highlight since I last wrote was my mom's 65th birthday. God Bless Her. Nothing was going to keep me away from hanging out with her. No being lazy!! And, while the commute that morning took me 2 1/2 hours to get to her house from mine (Usually about an hour drive but not sure what happened this time since the weather wasn't crazy), I got there and was welcomed with the biggest smile ever!! Mom was like a kid on Christmas morning!! I had taken the day off to spend with her and then was supposed to split my day so that she could spend some time with someone else...but then they cancelled. Did me a favor! Everything happens for a reason. Mom spent the entire day and evening with me. When I got there....Mom was ready to go. So, I snapped a photo to start the day off. A photo of her getting her Happy Birthday calls.

Took her out to get pampered starting with her hair and then manicure and pedicure. It's gonna be a yearly tradition!! Want her to know that's what I'm doing and anything else is a little extra surprise. lol

Birthday Girl!!!  Sweet 65!!!

To top the day off, we went to my moms favorite place - BINGO!! So, what's a birthday without birthday cake? I got one and brought it to Bingo for her to share with her Bingo buddies! 

She was cutting those pieces sooo big though. haha

My fault, I should have taken over the cutting after the first cut. Shame on me for putting the birthday girl to work!! 

Oh...and she even had a couple surprise visitors. Her friend/neighbor came to play and was there when we got there. My husband came of course and then someone else she loves very much dropped in which was a very pleasant surprise for us all. My auntie was there too....there is no Bingo without my auntie!! Love her too.

So yeah.....it was an awesome day. Even though we didn't win....it was all about spending time together. Saw this on Facebook that same evening and it is sooo true.

                                        

                                        Something that people tend to learn as they get older.

Anyways....I just wanted to let ya'll know that i'm still here. Not going to gripe about stuff at work although there is always plenty to gripe about this past year and especially these days.

Furman....he is getting used to the winter - slowly. hahaha This is the first winter he has to drive around out there. Last year he was home waiting on his Immigration Papers remember? Unable to work. So now, he's gotta get out there and brave the cold and treacherous weather with the rest of us. So far, so good. Although he'd love to find an empty parking lot and slide around IN THE CAR. haha But nothing overly crazy in terms of snow yet. Oh and he already knows that slow and steady gets you there safely. He's been watching how others try to manage and the real stuff hasn't even started yet. It's the other knuckleheads on the road he cusses about though. haha We're not trying to have any of this:

So you know that when the snow really comes...i'm gonna be a mess worrying about Mr Miami driving in it. 

Praying for a decent winter!!

and a WHITE CHRISTMAS!

Then.....we can make plans to finally get him on a Snowboard!! He's got free Healthcare now!!!  Woo Hoo!

Stay tuned.

As you get ready for this last countdown to Christmas, remember to tell everyone MERRY CHRISTMAS. Forget that Happy Holiday crap.

Jesus is the Reason for the Season!!

Never forget it!

You can disagree all you want!

Merry Christmas to you too!

Happy Shopping.

A Week in Review

It's been quite a week let me tell you!

My husband returned from his business trip to a wonderful Birthday Surprise. I tried!
I was on a mission when the clock at work hit 5.
His flight was expected in for 8:30pm so I had plenty of time IF I skipped my pole class. So, I did.
Headed straight to the Superstore to find him a cake. Already knew what I had in mind: something light and fluffy. Lol Strawberry Shortcake. 

                                                     

For the sake of time, I decided to grab a rotisserie too. Then, hit the local dollar store for some decorations. 

Not even 5 minutes after getting in the house he calls to say he has landed. WTH?  An hour early. My oh my. He said he'd call me like he usually does when he gets in the car but I had to tell him, "NOOO, I'M BUSY!"  How is that for making him suspicious. Haha. Then, I started running around the house to do my thing. Cook food to go with chicken, decorate, light some candles and get into something more comfortable. Lol. Then it was lights out and soft music on as I waited.   VOILA!!  Welcome home!

                                             

As part of his gift, I took him to an NFL Game. Buffalo vs Atlanta. He loves football so it was all good. He was happy, and that makes me happy. But let me tell you how I almost messed things up on game day. Lol

Apparently the NFL has some new rules to follow for spectators. 2013 Stadium Bag Policy Who knew? Lol We parked the car and walked several blocks to the dome through the underground PATH system. Took about 30 minutes. Hey... It's our favorite place to park and we could use the exercise. Lol At the gate a lady coming out of the crowd kindly informs me what she has been informed: No purses! WTH? I had this big ole bag on my shoulder. Not sure why I just didn't leave it in the car. Guess it's because it took me a long time to learn to carry a purse in the first place, that I stick with it now. Lol. 

But I figured everything would be ok because I knew at one point they had lockers in the train station, so we doubled back to the train station nearby. Figured NO PROBLEM!

Well, it was. Apparently we found out that they had removed the lockers after 9/11. Where have I been? Lol. Not taking the train, that's where! What was the only option? Walk all the way back to the car! Ugh. I swear I was trying to think of where I could HIDE my purse instead. Lol. No lie. I was mad at myself for causing us to be late for the game now. Furman was cool but I was hot. He walked back with me of course. Quite the gentleman. I told him he could watch the game while I returned to the car and back, but he wasn't having that. Gotta love him. So, we missed the 1st quarter as we hustled to rid my arm of my oversized purse. At least oversize for the stadium. 

Doesn't the NFL know that us Canadians are friendly? lol

All in all, it was ok.... The game went into overtime and after some stupid errors, Buffalo lost. 

Well, i'll quit here because i'm on a short lunch break today. Just wanted to highlight the events of the last week since I hadn't blogged. My husbands birthday!! He caught up to me. Yes...I'm older but not by much.

Happy hump day everybody!

and God Bless!!