Tuesday, January 6, 2009

La dee freakin da!

Ok, its been a little while (sorry mom!)
I'm kinda sorta at work, (and believe it or not, I have a lot to do before I leave in 25 minutes). So, a long post at the moment is out, but I'll try and work it into my day tomorrow.

I was going to go out to the barn and ride today, but its been pouring all day, so the arena is washed out, which means no riding (the drive out there would be miserable anyway). Maybe Thursday...

At least I got a few new books to read- check out the House of Night series!!!

xoxo

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious

Hmm... where to begin.

The past weekend has been busy, along with work! I'll just start from the top.

My mom arrived in Raleigh late Friday night. We hung out a little bit, then went to bed. She went to the barn with me in the morning, then we came back and went out to Smithfield's BBQ for lunch. We both went to see the movie Twilight, since we had read the books. The movie was great- very true to the books! We went to church on Sunday, then out to lunch with friends afterwards. Later in the day, we took the dogs for a walk around Lake Johnson (it was a little cold).

Mom spent the day at work with me yesterday, it was so fun having her here (everyone really liked her). Ken even gave her some testing work to do! She planned to go to the Art Museum after lunch, but it ended up being closed, so she just hung out in the lab for the rest of the day. When I got home, Dad and Mimi were waiting at the house for us to arrive. We had pineapple terriaki chicken for dinner, then went to bed a little bit early.

Work has been busy, which is a good thing. I've been learning destruction, so I can write documentation on it. I can't really elaborate on it, suffice to say its actually very fun. I pretty much get to create things, then blow it up later! I really don't mind the documentation, either. I'm hoping I can move into the design department next year, after our product is realeased.

Thats all I have at the moment. So.... TTFN! (ta ta for now)

A little poem

Here is a poem I found online. I don't know who wrote it, but I can understand it 100%

why own a chihuahua? there’s a danger you know,
you can’t own just one, for the craving will grow.
there’s no doubt they’re addictive, wherein lies the danger,
while living with lots, you’ll grow poorer and stranger.

one chihuahua’s no trouble and two are so funny,
the third one is easy; the fourth one’s a honey.
the fifth one is delightful; the sixth one’s a breeze,
you find you can live with a household with ease.

so how ’bout another? would you really dare?
they’re really quite easy but oh lord the hair!
with chihuahuas on the sofa and on the bed,
and crates in the kitchen, it’s no bother you said.

they’re really no trouble; their manners are great,
what’s one more chihuahua and just one more crate?
the sofa is hairy; the windows are crusty,
the floor is all footprints, the furniture all dusty.

the housekeeper suffers, but what do you care?
who minds a few nose prints and a little more hair?
so let’s keep a puppy, you can always find room,
and a little more time for the dust cloth and broom.

there’s hardly a limit to the chihuahuas you add,
the thought of a cutback sure makes you sad.
each one is so special, so useful, so funny,
the vet and the food bill grows larger, you owe money.

your folks never visit; few friends come to stay,
except other chihuahua folk, who live the same way.
your lawn has now died, and your shrubs are dead too,
but your weekends are busy; you’re off with your crew.

there’s dog food and vitamins, training and shots,
and entries and travel and motel which cost lots.
is it worth it, you wonder? are you caught in a trap?
then that favorite chihuahua comes and climbs in your lap.

his look says you’re special and you know that you will,
keep all of the critters in spite of the bill.
but winter’s a hassle; the chihuahuas hate it too,
they must have their walks though they’re numb and you’re blue.

late evening is awful, you scream and you shout
at the chihuahuas on the sofa that refuse to go out.
the chihuahuas and the dog show, the travel, the thrills,
the work and the worry, the pressure, the bills.

the whole thing seems worth it, chihuahuas are our life
they’re charming and funny and offset the strife.
your lifestyle has changed - things won’t be the same.
yes, those chihuahuas are addictive and so is the game

author: anonymous

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Shibidy Dibidy

Ok, for some reason, I don't really like Thursdays. I guess it's because we're close to Friday, but not quite there. Hmm.

I'm so excited for the weekend! My mom comes in tomorrow night. I got all sheets and blankets washed, rooms cleaned, and put towels in the laundry. I hope everyone likes the house and is comfortable! I have to say, most the house is pretty clean, except vacuuming, which we'll do tomorrow night, since the dog hair piles up so quick! Needless to say, I'm excited! Also, we're going to the barn Saturday morning, then to see Twilight that afternoon! YAY! On Sunday, we're going to meet Leiha at the dog park, or a dog place called Unleashed if it's too cold.

I have absolutely nothing interesting to add. Ian is a little mad at me right now, because I'm going to the barn instead of the neighborhood meeting (like I'd pick sitting in a meeting over playing with the ponies!) I'm sure he'll give me updates! Anyway, ciao!

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Bibbity Bobbity Boo

Well, here I am again at work in the morning. We've been coming in at 7am instead of 8am several days a week now, which is hard (but at least I can leave at 4!) The new people seem to be working out ok, thankfully they don't talk a whole lot. The lab gets to go out to lunch today, company treat! (I wonder if they have $50 steak...)

I didn't do a bunch last night. I went to the barn for awhile. Rocket behaved pretty well, although I forgot to grab the whip before mounting, so he was a bit stubborn. Brittney was out there riding PJ with me, so its really nice having someone to ride with (her family owns Rocket). Rocket and I are getting better together. The hardest thing is keeping Rocket's head round, which is a key component in dressage. We'll get there, tho- we have time! He was a little cranky after the ride last night, but he still got a few carrots. I'll head out there again on Thursday.

I'm really excited for everyone to come and visit for Thanksgiving. It'll be busy and stressful, but I can't wait to see my family. I'm still attempting to plan dinner, which is a little overwhelming. At least we got the turkey (we ended up getting 1 12lb turkeys, not much of a selection- but the grand total was $10!) Thanksgiving dinner is hard on a budget.

Not much else going on today. Once again, I have quite a bit of work to do. I'm going through my 100+ page documentation and updating it for the new editor. Fun!

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

La la la

Ok, so I promised a post about my weekend. Busy weekend, too!

We set out for Heidi & Ken's place on Friday night and arrived there around 10pm. We went out to a bar and had a bite to eat. The next morning we got to sleep in a bit, and just chill out. We went out to lunch at a great sub place. We left Richmond in the late afternoon to head to the DC area for Cirque du Soleil's Kooza show. It was so AMAZING! Music was great, clowns were hilarious, performers were incredible. My favorite were the young contortionists, they had so much strength and grace. I also loved the wheel of death, absolutely amazing! After the show we headed back to Richmond, and got there around 1am. We again got to sleep in the next morning, then go to a great italian sandwich shop. We headed back to Raleigh and got home around dinner time. Overall, a really great weekend. Its amazing how fast it goes by!!!

I'm beginning to write a Christmas letter this year. Its hard, never having written one. I've also got a wish list going, as well as a gift list for family. I'm going a little crazy cleaning this week, and I also need to plan out the Thanksgiving day dinner. I'm a bit nervous, considering I've never cooked anything near that much food, and for that many people! Regardless, I'm so excited to see everyone, I miss my family so much.

Thats about all I have for now. We had some new people start in the lab yesterday, they're really nice and catch on quick. It'll be a change getting used to new people. It's a bit crowded. I'm heading out to the barn tonight to work with Rocket. It's really become one of the highlights of my week. I feel so happy and worry-free out there, it's nice!

Chili is a Famous Chihuahua!

Chili has been featured as a famous chihuahua!!! Check it out!

http://www.famouschihuahua.com/featured-chihuahuas/chili/

My little baby is famous!