Catch-up

So far, this month has been a bit hectic. I’m really hoping to start posting more regularly again. My life’s not all that exciting, but I’ll try to rediscover my unrelenting cynicism and dry sense of humor ;)

1. Illness - Mr. P was pretty sick for a while, still getting over something. I haven’t been feeling well on and off for the past month. (No, I’m not pregnant.)
2. Life gets busy! It’s been nonstop, and I’ve forgotten to blog in my free time. I’m sure you’ll all forgive me, eventually...
3. Lots of confusion at work, but please keep your fingers crossed :)
4. Starting to get back to normal everyday life – maybe redefining the definition a bit.
5. Bailey!
a. No new pics from me…sorry! I can tell you that she’s still cute as ever, but starting that awkward adolescent stage…a bit goofy...we all remember what that was like ;)

b. We’ve finished puppy class and begun Novice I. She’s learned to “shake” and “high five” – neither of which are class-related, oops! I think she practices selective obedience, because in class she’s awesome, but at home – what a doofus! (I’m pretty sure that she’s inherited her dad’s selective hearing, even though he’s human and she’s canine…)

c. Having lots of fun socializing. This past weekend was killer!
Friday night we spent at Carrie’s with her dogs, Riley and Hailey. The pups had so much fun (even though Bailey ate all of Hailey’s food), and so did we. (Even when the boys showed up!) Riley has redeemed chihuahuas in my eyes...too cute!
Saturday, we went to our last puppy class, had a quick break, went to our first Novice I class, had another quick break, then to G & A’s for dinner and playtime with their dog, Larry. I know someone took some pics there, but not sure who’s got them! (Oh, and because Miss B ate all of Hailey’s food, she spent the day with the Big D...yuck.)
Sunday, we headed over to Gran & Pop’s house for laundry and a free meal (shhh!). Pop swears he'll never see us again once we have a place with a washer and dryer ;) Baileybear played with the dog and cat, but slept a LOT...I think the weekend wore her out as much as it did us!

Note: (potentially emotional, mushy moment) I’m really proud of Mr. P. He works full-time AND goes to school full-time, and I don’t know how he does it. I know it isn’t easy, but someday it’ll get better. I know I wouldn’t have had the stamina to do it while I was in school, but it impresses me to watch him keep pushing forward. I guess you could say I admire my hubby :)

Hopefully, I'll write more soon...

Miss Bailey! (and other stuff)

I've been promising some updated Bailey pics, so I thought I'd add a few this evening. We caught some great sunlight the other morning, and I took advantage of a tired puppy!

She likes to help with the dishes...


Smile!


Wise beyond her months (looks can be deceiving!)



Voting: Keep your fingers crossed for me tomorrow. I'm running into some difficulty with the Board of Elections - apparently when I changed my name and got my new license, my information was never put into the system. I've got an affidavit number and know which ballot style to request, but CRAP! No wonder more people don't vote.

Weekend: So Mr. P's new favorite game is Guitar Hero. Seriously. We went over to Courtney and Jake's on Saturday night, and he was sucked in :) I'm contemplating surprising him with it for Christmas or his birthday - luckily that gives me almost a year to think about it! The karaoke machine, however, will NOT be entering our home. Those things creep me out!

Glad the Giants won the Superbowl, but honestly, couldn't have really cared one way or another. I do have to say, though, that this year's 3rd and 4th quarter E-Trade commercials really got me laughing! Plus, Pop made a buffalo chicken dip that was unbelievable - and way easy. I forgot to get a copy of the recipe, but I'll post it as soon as I do.

In the January-February Funk of 2008 right now. This time of year just seems to drag on forever! Need some help jump-starting the PMA (positive mental attitude)...is it spring yet?

OH - and did the groundhog see his shadow this year? (Remind me what it means if he does or doesn't - I can never remember!)

Politics

I love a good political discussion, whether it's in agreement or between staunch opposites. I also don't care who a person chooses to vote for, as long as they actually vote.

With that said, I'm stealing the 2008 SelectSmart.com Presidential Candidate Selector from Carrie.

Take a few minutes. You might be surprised to find out that your ideals and your ideal candidate aren't quite matched :)

Either way, Super Tuesday (February 5, 2008) is coming up in a few days. If you don't know your polling place, check out the Secretary of State's webpage for more info.

Happy Friday!