High Maintenance

"As a slang term, it may refer to individuals who require an unusual amount of personal attention or who expend substantial amounts of money or time on their physical appearance."

So the question is -- Am I High Maintenance?

I think this depends on the person you ask. I had one Boyfriend that I was not High Maintenance enough. I had to have my nails done, my toes done, never in flats. And it drove me nuts! Then the follow on man thought I was too High Maintenance. He thought manicures were a waste of money, and it drove him crazy that it took me 35 minutes to get ready. (BTW in girl land 35 mintues is pretty dang quick!) But I am conviced he just likes simple average boring girls.

Is it bad that I take pride in the way I look?

I figure if I am going to go out into the world, I want to look nice, and if it takes a little lip gloss, mascara and nail polish then so be it. But I am who I am -- take me of leave me!

We have a Plan!

So after seriously stressing yesterday and very long day at work I received a call from Mr. Candrian wondering what we were going to do tomorrow. The deal was I plan he pays -- works for me...well most of the time! After dancing around the topic for a few minutes I told him I would have to call him back. I quickly called Jessie (she always helps me get my thoughts together) we talked for a few minutes and I had our plan.

Meeting at 8 @ Gateway (see above) for dinner, then we will head over to the Clark Planeterium. They have this movie called the Body that I guess is supposed to be really good, but it isn't playing when we want to go! So I think we will go see "Sounds of the Underground" this is the explaination they gave on their site for it....

"Clark Planetarium’s newest fulldome Cosmic Light Show features music from the world of Techno, Club, Dance and Rave styles.“Sounds of the Underground” is a combination of immersive digital animation, laser beamwork, and live-performed visual effects inside the Hansen Dome Theatre’s 55-foot dome. The debut of new computer controlled lighting effects will add a whole new dimension to the show. But it’s not just the visuals that pull you in – over 12,000 watts of 5.1 surround sound make this the perfect experience for music club enthusiasts and anyone who likes a dancing experience for the eyes."

Suggestions Welcome

I have been racking my brain all day long! I have a date tomorrow -- I for some reason volunteered making the plans. Well for the life of me I can't figure out what we should do! We are going to be in the SLC, I wanted to do something fun and creative -- guess that isn't going to happen!

Victim of the Past

Over the past few weeks I have had a rude awakening. I have always been one of those people that when things happen I have just picked myself up and grown from the experience. Never looking back unless my experience can help someone else. Recently I have relized how many people let these things consume their lives and never seem to move forward. It seems to become an excuse for them, why they can't do something, or why the act a certain way. You can't live life forever being a victim. At some point we have to grow up and be accountable for our actions.

Song of the Moment

Goodbye

Secondhand Serenade

It's a shame that it had to be this way
It's not enough to say I'm sorry
It's not enough to say I'm sorry

Maybe I'm to blame
Or maybe we're the same
But either way I can't breathe
Either way I can't breathe

All I had to say is goodbye
We're better off this way
We're better off this way

I'm alive but I'm losing all my drive
Cause everything we've been through
And everything about you
Seemed to be a lie
A guiltless twisted lie
It made me learn to hate you
Or hate myself for letting it pass by

All I had to say is goodbye
We're better off this way
We're better off this way
All I had to say is goodbye
We're better off this way
We're better off this way

And every, everything isn't only
What it seemed, so hold these
Words that you never told me

It's time to say goodbye
It's time to say goodbye
It's time to say goodbye
Goodbye

Bye

Weekend Update

This weekend was pretty laid back! I finally did some maintenance on my poor little car! I honestly think it had been 10,000 miles since I had changed my oil -- oops! I was driving to the gas station when my car screamed at me " STOP! Low oil pressure, turn off car and see owners manual" I promptly pulled over, turned my car off restarted it and drove to Pep Boys. They changed my oil and I was back on my way! If it wasn't for my little computer in my car I think I would be buying a new engine! I am need of a man in my life to remind me to change my oil! Well I figured I would pamper my poor little car and get it detailed as well -- it was so nasty I don't think I had cleaned it out since September! So I pretty much have a NEW car now!

I then somehow convinced my friend Landon to go shopping with me. He was a trooper going to two different malls and was so understanding when I lost my keys on 3 different occasions! He even braved Victoria Secret with me! By the time I was done we were both starving! We both were craving Chinese, so we went to Pei Wei (My favorite). Then topped of the day with a trip to Greywhale, where I made my favorite purchase of the day the Secondhand Serenade CD! They are so good, I would highly recommend checking them out! So all in all, I would say it was a highly successful and relaxing weekend!

.::Best Friends::.

I have been incredibly blessed in my life with some of the best friends in the world. These girls have stood by me through EVERYTHING! From break-ups, make-ups, new jobs and moves. So I dedicate this to my friends I couldn’t live with out –

Jessie
Jessie and I met 4 years ago when she was going to school at Utah State. I was drug over to a house of boys, these were Jess’s boys and she didn’t like a new girl hanging around. It took us awhile to get used to each other but we have been inseparable ever since! I love my Jessie, she keeps me grounded, but yet pushes me out of my element. Jess and I have been through everything together! Late night Wal-Mart trips, boyfriends, break-ups, moving across the state, trips to Rugby games, best trip ever to CA and her wedding. Jess is in many cases my inspiration…I love you Jess!

Mindy

Mindy is my work friend, we met and Northrop Grumman 3 years ago. Mindy had my job before I got it and that made us destined to be friends! Mindy is my mom, she tells me how it is. She is the first to tell me I am being dumb, rude or too nice. She encourages me to stand up for myself, and love me for me. My dear Mindy lives vicariously through me! She was married very quickly to an amazing man Steve, so she is my friend that encourages me to make out with every boy that I meet – lol – don’t worry I don’t really! Mindy keeps me grounded, I love her to death!

Stephy

Steph and I met 5 years ago at the Rage. She is my most unlikely friend! She moved to Chicago only 6 months after we met, but we have only grown closer! Steph is my sister, and my better half. I seriously don’t know what I would do with out this woman! A couple of weeks ago I was able to go and meet Steph in Boise and meet her amazing family! Steph’s grandfather had just passed away and I was able to see another side of her. I am a strong believer that you see a true person when they are with their family, and even more so when they are in a state of crisis. Steph was the first to step up, she was so loving in the way she took care of her grieving mother. I felt so blessed to be able to spend this time with Steph and her family. They are so strong and loving, I want to be adopted! Steph you are the best friend HF could have ever given me. You have seen me through so many hard times. And I know we will be besties for the rest of our lives! I freaking love you!

Royal Bliss -- Victim Effect

This weekend a group of us headed down to The Venue to see Royal Bliss and Victim Effect. The Venue is my favorite place to see concerts, it is small so therefore you can actually see the band! Royal Bliss and Victim Effect are both local bands, I hadn't seen either before but I was not disappointed. They put on an amazing show! Little harder "rock" then I am used to, but I had a BLAST! Great music with great friends, can't ask for more!

After the Concert we all headed over to Red Rock Brewing Company for some late night snacks! It was a good thing I caved and drank that Redbull before going out! Between the concert and skiing all day I was exhausted!

Sassy Sydnee

This is a whole post dedicated to my puppy Sydnee. I didn't choose to get a dog, nor did I really want a dog of my own. But one day my brother did want a dog, so he got one. Well shortly there after he decided he was going to join the National Guard -- so I inherited a little 8 week old pup. Almost one year later I look back at our journey together and can't imagine life with out my little one!

Sassy Syd is a Dachshund who believes she is a Golden Retriever. Her two best friends are Kate and Bode her golden retireiver aunt and uncle. Her favorite things to do are run around with the Goldens, tear apart anything in the garbage she can find, and snuggle under the heat blanket.

I love my little one!!!