Working Day

It's a working day for me. A tough one. The next few weeks are going to be tough. But I'm ready. I'm ready for this uphill battle. Actually, I'm looking forward to it. If you know anything about me, my work, or my life, you'll understand why I'm posting this video.



As I get ready for work, I'm thinking about this. A night of fun. Getting work done. Being productive. Yes, I'm looking forward to tonight. D

No Rest for the Wicked

Mondays are traditionally, our days off. ♥D and I decided a long time ago, that we needed one day off, together, a week. Mondays just fit the bill. Until this week.

I was bugged about my afternoon adventures today. Not because of what I have to do. That's actually gonna be pretty cool. But it's Monday. It's like asking a normal person, to go into work on a Sunday. You know what I mean? Damn, but I figured that the 1st half of my day, wouldn't be bothered. I could live with working the evening/night. It didn't sound too bad. That didn't work out. Much in thanks, to yesterday's rain.

With yesterday wasted, literally waiting out the rain, all work got moved to today. We're on a time crunch. Everyone is miserable. I've got a good team today. No one wants to work. Right now, we're mid flight. I'm the one trying to "cheer" everyone on. Isn't that hilarious?

Meanwhile, ♥D has gone back, to her home, in the SW. She went to throw a Baby Shower. And is staying until next week. Her family is having a Reunion next weekend. Since she doesn't see much of her family, we agreed, this would be the best time for her to be home.

How is she spending her week? It was supposed to be low key. Baby Shower yesterday. Helping her friend, get ready, for her baby all week. Taking it easy. Being a little lazy. And seeing friends. She needs a break. This was the best opportunity for her. I was happy. Even planning a trip out there midweek. Just to hang out for a day or so.

Plans hit the ceiling. Damn, we have no luck. Miss ♥D has been having issues with her home. For a while now. But since she lives with me 95% of the time, we really haven't pushed to fix a lot of these things. But the plumbing in her master bath, it's shot. And she woke up to a horrible surprise this AM. All this after an eventful evening.

Instead of kicking back all week. ♥D is now dealing with plumbing and construction issues. Not exactly as planned. But what can you do? It's life. My PR guy also jacked up, looks like I probably won't be west bound anytime soon. Pisses me off. Of all times, I know ♥D needs me right now. It's a damn good thing, that she is a strong woman.

A usually quiet day, in our neck of the woods, has become a headache. On all sides. Add in some unusual family drama, on both fronts, and I'm pretty sure that the lady and I, are both ready to hideout. It's just been that kind of day. Leading into that kind of a week. I've never looked forward to work, as much as I do right now. Because the sooner I dig into that, the closer I will be to next Monday. Our day off. Which, we're taking off. D

Our Weekend

So my Lady Love isn't feeling so great. Lots of things are going on. So I'm taking over blogging duties. 2 days in a row! Let's hope you don't get sick of me.

I do have to say this much, it's nice to have our good friend M back. Back on the road with us. He's definitely not fully recovered. But getting there. All M could talk about all week, was getting back on the road. I guess someone has missed, the circus life, that we live.

But it's nice. To have our buddy back on board. To celebrate so many of our friends this week. Shoot, I didn't realize how many people, were celebrating their birthday. But as usual, Miss ♥D has been on top of it. Presents thoughtful bought, and wrapped. A nice dinner planned for everyone. People, I've honestly hit the jackpot with my Lady Love.

I usually hate this place. Not because of my work. But more because of the weather. Damn, if there are 2 times of year, that I can bet on rain, it's when we're out here. But it just adds to the time I get to spend with Miss ♥D. In the condo, watching movies. It's a good life. I am a very blessed man.

Our hearts also go out to all the people of NC. What floods! I'm just happy that our loved ones are safe. We'll continue to pray for the well being of the people of NC. What a tragedy. Please keep them in your prayers. Damn, I hope you have a nice weekend. D

Stand By Your Man

I'm almost positive, when I say this, we're both happy to see D's "Professional Year," come to an end. Well, pretty much, come to an end. It's been a tough year. In so many ways! He's taken it personally. Like if all the failures, were directly his fault. I've told him over and over, it's a team effort. And when something breaks down, or fails, the entire team needs to take responsibility.

With that said, I'm very proud of D. And all that he's accomplished. Like I said, it was a tough year. But he's had some outstanding days. Days that he should be very proud of. Because not many people, ever get the opportunity, to accomplish those same things.

As the traveling slows, and the "other" work begins, I'm pretty sure, we're both happy. Yes, we both enjoy D's job. And the traveling. But by this time of year, we're just happy to go home, get in our pjs, and crawl into bed. Yes, it's been an amazing year! But we're looking forward to some downtime. Through it all, I'll be right here, next to D. Standing proud. D, I'm so PROUD of you, and I LOVE YOU!

XOXO

♥D

Crazy Day!

This is one of those days that I just wonder about. I am in Baltimore, MD working. Wanting desperately to be at home. Oh, and I am eating a Lean Cuisine 4 Cheese Pizza for lunch. Because it is already lunchtime. Does that tell you that I have been at work forever already?

D is going to be in DC today. I am going to meet him. Hopefully on time...depending on the airport. You can never really estimate the things that happen at the airport. Fingers crossed, we will get it all done though. Then we will go back home this evening...all just to get ready to travel again tomorrow.

I am also very grateful that I work with amazing people. Miss A sent me a gift today. A crochet bag, hooks, and cotton yarn. She never has to do things for me. But she always does. So in the midst of my crazy day...when I started at 1AM, taking a total of 6 flights...I have a bit of whimsy to help me relax.

XOXO

♥D

A Good Day at Work

It has been a long time since I have been able to say that. But today, I had a really good day at work. One that I am very proud of. My guys came through. I worked my ass off. And we reaped some of those benefits today. It is nice to get something back for all the hard work. A little taste of the high life. Next week, I am looking for more of the same. D

Another One

In the win column for us. Work has not been the best. Heck, professionally speaking, this year has left a lot to be desired. But ♥D has taught me not to sit and get lost in all that negativity. Tonight, the team pulled it from who knows where. But we can put another one in the win column. Tomorrow for me, it looks up as well. I am looking for good things tomorrow. D

Dealing

This just seems to be one of those weeks. And I don't even know where to begin. D left for DC earlier today and was not happy when he called me a while ago. His meeting was postponed until next week. They didn't let him know until he was ready to land. The man is not happy. He is actually considering not going next week. WHAT???

I am in the midst of trying to decide what to do for the next 4 months or so. I have no clue what I want to do. If it was really up to me, well I would just pack up the books and spend my time with D. Seriously, I could easily get used to making him breakfast every morning, keeping him on schedule, and traveling across the country with him.

But it is not up to me. And school is breathing down my back. More like my parents are breathing down my back. Or my dad is. So I need to get it together. I really don't have the money to do it right now. But that is never a good enough excuse for my dad. And I am trying to do it on my own without accumulating debt. My parents, I know, want to help. But they have a business and are doing their own thing. Anyway, I am 26 years old and need to do this on my own. Without leaning on people. So I won't ask them.

D is almost ready to shove the money down my throat. But like I told him, that is HIS MONEY. We are not married. And I wouldn't feel right asking or even letting him pay for my education. The house stuff, yeah he can pay for it. Or the traveling. But not things like school, crafts, or my love of makeup. Those are things that I need to deal with.

So I AM DEALING. I don't know if I am dealing well. But I am dealing. The best way I know how. By cleaning. And cleaning everything around me. D's nieces cannot believe how much I clean. Or how much I have been cooking. But them being around, it helps keep my mind off of things that I cannot control!

XOXO

♥D

A Case of the Monday Blues

Maybe it is that I am tired, hungry, and want to be home. Preferably asleep in our comfy bed. But today, I have an awful case of the Monday Blues! I think that I am missing my friends more than ever. Like 2 days was just a teaser. You know, here they are. There you go.

If it continues to rain...I just might scream. Yes, this is coming from a woman that otherwise loves the rain! But I am tired of it. Because it comes in buckets, and I am stuck in here. Not on a porch smelling the rain...enjoying the rain. And D is in a rather dreadful mood. He wants to be home. Not stuck here. His week is already shortened because of this rain. And now he has another unexpected trip on Wednesday. To a place that he doesn't want to go. But I will leave that up to him to tell you about.

And I can't sleep. But I need to be somewhat quiet so D can rest. So I'm sitting in the dark...blogging. Because my brain refuses to work. And I can't think of anything remotely interesting to write about. Oh yeah, my deadline is Wednesday at 8AM. I have 1 of 10 articles written. And I have ZERO ideas! I'm praying for some miracles here. Like the rain stopping long enough for D to finish his work. For some magic to happen in my brain. And for something, somewhat edible to fall into my lap right now. That's it. Well, maybe some sleep too!

XOXO

♥D

Wasn't So Bad

Earlier I posted about how bad my day was going. I forgot there was a sunny side to the day. We had a company lunch today. There are days when this life gets too complicated. Too full of stress. I forget to enjoy the little things. ♥D is good at reminding me of those good things in life. But this morning was one of those mornings that I just wanted to be away from it all.

When lunchtime rolled around, it was a good break in my day. The guys were real pumped about everything. You could not help being in a good mood. Those are the times when I am glad that I started this company. Moments like that make it all worth while. But there are times when I wish ♥D could be right by my side to enjoy in those good times. The day wasn't so bad after all. D

No Rest for the Wicked

No real rest this week. My weekend work ended on the bad side. Leaving a sour taste in my mouth. But I am past that. Unfortunately, we also had a delay getting back home. Yesterday evening,we finally made it back. Today I am back to work. Back to "Captain Death Wish" workouts. Back to healthy eating. ♥D is doing better than myself. I still haven't figured out her secrets to all that energy. All that drive. Today she is working in the AM. Then hanging out with my nieces in the PM.

This week is going to be a pain in the ass. I have meetings all day today. Tomorrow I have important things in the city. ♥D is flying to Boston for work. Thurs when I head to work, she is heading back west to her house. Her friends are getting married over the weekend. ♥D is in the wedding and hosting some type of lunch. She is running around trying to get that in order. I have to work out of town Thurs-Sun. ♥D is going to try and meet me Sun AM. I'm tired just thinking about it.

People just seem to be needing 1000 things today. I am in no mood. Why my signature is needed on every piece of paper leaving this place, still has me confused. Isn't that why we have all these employees? My trainer has called 5X's in 10 min. This could be a day that I lock the door, work, and get the hell outta here. D

A Bear, Deer, and Non-Stop Rain

This morning, I thought I would be attacked by a flying deer. They are everywhere. Coming from every direction. Tonight we saw a dead bear. On the side of the road. As we drove back from dinner. It was a damn big bear.

Now, the rain is back. Back in buckets. This weekend has been one for the books. One that I will be happy to end. I just have to get through work tomorrow. I hope the rain holds off until the evening. All we can do is be optimistic about it. That's it. We have seen the water pour down since earlier this afternoon. Making it's own river through the open field. Water gushing downward 2 feet deep.

The rain has been a good thing though. At least for ♥D and myself. We have gotten to spend some good quality time together. To take a couple of long drives. To have some good long conversations. To just learn more about one another. This has been a good weekend for us. D

We're on the Mend

The 2 of us are feeling better. Much better really. D is pretty much over whatever we had. I am getting there. Going to the doctor...it will do wonders for you. Really it does! The homemade soup, it was a gift from heaven. When I was little, my mom used to make a potato soup or veggie soup whenever I got sick. It always worked wonders! D's grandma, she made us chicken noodle soup yesterday. I think that alone helped us to feel better!

D is at work. This morning before he left, he was really happy. Something that he hasn't been...when it comes to work...in quite a LONG time. This is really good news! But D was almost glowing about going to a meeting. It was almost asking too much of me to not crack up laughing!

I have been going through the mail this morning. It is one of my favorite things to do. Really it is! L, probably my best friend ever, sent me a package from Boston. It is loaded with tons of fun trinkets and tidbits. He also sent the most amazing antique glass box. I am over the moon! And Little M...she made me a necklace at her summer camp. She is 3 and 1/2...the half is very important to her...and is going to her first summer day camp. She LOVES it. And decided to make me a necklace. The mail today...it is GREAT!

D's sister and nieces want to spend some "Girl Time" with me today. I am not 100% yet, but I think it will be fun. D worked hard to convince me to spend a couple of hours with them. He thinks it will make me feel better. And I cannot disagree! I would love to see those little sweethearts again. It seems like it has been a while since we have spent some good quality time together.

That's pretty much all that is going on from our part of the woods. Seriously, that is it. The fur babies are happy. D is happy and healthy. The mail was great today! I'm feeling better. And we are home for a few days!

XOXO

♥D

Heading to Work

I might die before I get there. But I am going. Last night when I took ♥D to the hospital I started feeling bad. It has gotten worse. Man, I am sicker than a dog! Just prayin' for a miracle here. Soon I will be in my "office" and I have to work. No calling in sick.

♥D is still in the hospital. She gets out later today. I think she has decided to meet me for the weekend. I think she should stay home and rest. But she thinks differently. At least she can sleep here. We still have no answers. In a way, that worries me.

♥D is down because she had to change her plans to go home. But her health is more important. There will be other weeks to travel out west. Gonna go. This thing is getting worse. I need some rest. A miracle. Maybe a doctor or 2. Possibly some medicine. D

Technically it is Tomorrow

It is. 3 minutes into Wed. As honest as the day is long. It has been a rough one.

Work went well. Honestly it was better than it has been for a long time. A long time. I am ready for the weekend like ♥D is ready for chocolate. If you don't know us. That is 100%. Things seem to be really falling into place. It is about time.

♥D's health on the other hand. We seem to be up in the air about that. The appointment today did not go as planned. We will be back tomorrow. I mean today. In 5 hours to be honest. Plans are changed. But I remain hopeful. What else can I say? I have to be her rock. To let her know that I am here for her no matter what happens. D

Back to Reality

It has already been a pretty crazy day. I finally talked to my Dad about some school stuff. The two of us had a good talk this morning. We laid it all on the table. And after some tears on my end, I think we are finally seeing eye to eye on things. I just think he better understands me now.

The Man Beast, AKA D, is off to work. He was pretty excited about going. Especially when he realized he would be "Airwolfing" it to work. That just made me laugh. But it is good to see him excited about work again. I just think he needed a break. And this vacation was perfect for him!

I, on the other hand, am pretty stressed out. I have a seriously important doctors appointment later today. And I can't help but be worried...and stressed out about it. I am just praying things go OK. Then I also have this whole school and career thing that is just got me in knots. I don't know what I am going to do. I need to do some serious thinking about this.

For now, I am working on some gifts. One of D's good friends recently had a baby girl. So I am doing some finishing touches to some gifts. We bought some, and I made some. I can't wait to go visit the little princess!

And I am giving our "Fur Babies" some love. I know they missed us. So we are just hanging out together while "Daddy" is gone working. Really, the pups need love. They have followed me everywhere, and I mean everywhere, since we got home.

XOXO

♥D

Heading Home

The vacation is over and we are heading back home. We got plenty of R&R. We chilled out and had fun. What else could you possibly ask for on vacation? I've got a crazy work schedule coming up, so I made sure to take it easy while on this trip. It was good for both me and ♥D. I now feel ready and able to tackle work.

Speaking of, I have a work thing later today. It should be fun. I like these types of things. But it can also be draining of one's energy. Good thing I rested during our vacation. ♥D wishes she could go. I think she would really enjoy it. She thinks she is not a people person, but I beg to differ. The woman has got some mad people skills.

♥D has an important doctors' appointment later. I will get out of work just in time to take her. Praying for all the best. At this point of the game, that is all we can do. I remain optimistic and I am sure things will be just fine. Then ♥D is off to have some fun with one of her friends back home. It should be good for her. D

Back in Dallas

♥D and I are back in Dallas. If you read her post from yesterday, you know what happened. ♥D made it back to where I was working yesterday morning. She spent the day and most of the night sleeping. It was all good. She definitely needed it. ♥D's entire right hand side of her face is 3X's it's normal size. Her ear is as red as a can of Bud.

After the lackadaisical year that I am having. Last night did not surprise me. Work is just not going well. It's improving. But not nearly as fast as I need or want it to. This vacation is just what I need and want.

♥D had to attend the conference today. I thought why not? We headed out here late last night. I checked the entire room from top to bottom. Happy to say there is not an ant to be seen. I am a little sore from work. Thinking about a hot shower and a nap. We are going out to a nice dinner tonight.

I can almost guarentee that ♥D will want to at least go shopping at one store before we leave. She definitely has some connection with Dallas. I am thinking we might have breakfast with her college friend tomorrow. I actually enjoy those types of things. I get to hear great stories about ♥D and her life before I met her.

It is a little difficult to learn about the pre-relationship ♥D because of our relationship. Few people know about it. Especially on her side. A mutual buddy, J, gives some great insight. As frequently as I can, I try to convince a friend or 2 of hers to travel with us. It's just a nice change of pace. D

Attack of the Fire Ants

For the second time in less than two weeks, I was attacked by fire ants. No lie! The first part of July found me doing paperwork, in the middle of the night, at the hospital. We had a family bring in 3 small kids covered in fire ants. Yes, fire ants. The entire ER and PICU teams were called to assist. We thought we were covered and protected. But most of us were bitten pretty badly.

Have I mentioned? I am allergic to insect bites. Once I began to have trouble breathing, I was immediately taken off the case. All of a sudden...I became a patient too! After a shower and a few shots, I was feeling better. And I was sent home. Things had been going fairly well since then.

I have continued to take my medication. And honestly, it was going pretty well. Better than some of the doctors who were working that night. My friend and colleague, Dr. M was attacked in the "unmentionables." Poor man. And Dr. A was attacked on his bald head. Seriously, why would you bite someone on the head?

Then there was this trip to Dallas. I definitely did not see this one coming. I thought it would be a quick trip back and forth. And we were staying in a $500 a night hotel. Actually, it is one of the best hotels here...if not THE BEST. But I didn't know there has been a recent bug problem in Dallas. It's Texas after all. People you should expect BIG THINGS when you come to Texas.

In the middle of the night when I got here, the Bellhops were killing and cleaning up roaches outside. I didn't think much about it. Probably because I was exhausted! I went straight to my room and to bed.

I woke up around 3AM. And I swear, I could hear something burring in my ear. I could not sleep. I began to get ready for the day. Then I started to remember the Medical Mystery show D and I had watched a few weeks ago. The lady had a junebug stuck in her ear. They had to kill it, then pull it out. It was close to burring in her eardrum. I was freaking out!

By 4:15AM, when I met the doctors from the hospital I work at, I was going crazy! Dr. S looked in there, but he couldn't see anything. Are you serious? I can hear it. Dr. M was not a happy camper either! Apparently, he had ants in his room...fire ants. And they had attacked somewhere he would rather not talk about. He got a different room.

We got to the hospital by 4:30AM. I couldn't take it any more. Dr. S pulled some strings in the ER and I was in. The doctors looked, but couldn't see anything! I started to tell them about the hotel, Dr. M's fire ants, and they began to put it together. That and the entire right side of my face was swelling up!

Meanwhile, my friends and colleagues were in the conference. And I am laying on an ER bed all alone. It was something about those moments that made me feel very alone and very small. I thought about calling D, but I knew he had a big day today...he needed his rest. And this news would only worry him. So I lay there...thinking. The doctors finally trickled in some alcohol solution. And all at once, these fire ants came out of my ear. After doing this a couple of times, and me laying there forever...the doctors finally looked inside my ear.

Those pesky little critters bit my ear pretty badly inside...and my face on the outside. Once we knew what had happened, I called Dr. S's wife. She checked my room and found all these ants in my pillow. Yup, in my pillow. She looked through my things and packed them up. Making sure that no ants were with my things.

No more ants, my face is swollen, and I am now here at the hospital waiting. They are going to release me. And I am on my way out of town. Yeah, I am not going to the conference. In fact, I have already missed part of it. So I am supposed to rest and take some medicine. I will be back Sunday like planned. But for now, I am ready for some quality sleep...without the ants!

XOXO

♥D

♥D is Going to Dallas

♥D is on her way to Dallas. She has a medical conference out there. She will be back tomorrow afternoon. Just in time for me to work. ♥D has been excited about this trip. It is one of those quick trips that she does for work. People think I travel a lot for work. ♥D has me beat by far.

I am proud of her. Her accomplishments make mine look like mole hills, instead of the mountains that people make them out to be. The work that she does with kids is absolutely amazing. I cannot understand how one human being can have so much love and kindness to share. But she does. Those kids just love her to pieces. But I can understand why.

I cannot lie. I already miss ♥D. She hasn't been gone for long. But the energy is different without her around. One of my buddies came by earlier. He could tell. We played a couple of video games and had some beer. But it wasn't the same.

It is times like this that I realize just how special ♥D is. Just how much I have grown to rely on her. I decided to call it a night early. But it hasn't been the same. It's the little things that make me miss those sweet brown eyes of hers.

My buddies might give me a hard time. But she is the one for me. From the beginning I knew it. Times like this, just emphasize it. ♥D I hope you have a good time. D