Birthday Part 1 March 26, 2009

1. I had an amazing birthday. I promise to post pictures soon (maybe later tonight) when I figure out how to dump them from my phone onto the computer… I guess through flickr? RE, can you help me with this one since we haz same phone? I am sort of an idiot with techy stuff… ‘doh!

 

2. So, yes… amazing birthday. Sunday was my actual birthday and during the day I did basically nothing… and that was perfect. I went about my typical Sunday activities of clipping coupons and organizing. Then it was time to get ready for dinner. I. Looked. Ridiculous. As in, ridiculously good… not to toot my own horn… but I did. I will try and post pic but w/o face. SO good! Accountant’s jaw hit floor. I laughed.

 

3. Dinner was great and I’ll be more specific with foodie porn in a later post. We were definitely the youngest diners in the restaurant (it’s a tad expensive and not the type of place our age group would be drawn to) and I got a few dirty looks from some of the older women. Whatever. It’s my birthday I’ll wear a short dress if I want to! As we’re sitting, I notice one of the managers looking at me.. and yeah… I know him. Like… KNOW him. We were umm “involved” in college. So he came over and said hi. Later, I had to use the restroom and I walked past him and the other manager. This is what I heard as I walked past “Damn, Manager…” hahahah. Too funny. He ended up sending over a bottle of champagne and a special birthday dessert.

 

4. Birthday part 2 on Monday was pretty fantastic also. I spent the day hungover, cleaning and cooking. Roommate got so annoyed after I changed and was setting everything up. She stormed out of here before anyone arrived. As she was leaving, however, apparently 2 of my friends had just gotten here and asked her if this was house # blah blah and her response was “WHaat?!” “Umm, excuse me but is this number blah blah?” “Ugh! Yeaaaaah! *eye roll*” HAAAAHAHAHHAHaHA.

 

5. Sunday I got one of the best presents EVER… a potential (99% sure) new roomie!! Wahoo! She sent an email on Saturday and I was working so I emailed her back on Sunday. She came by that afternoon and saw most of the place except for Roommate’s room. Then we sat and chatted for a while specifically about roommate expectations and we both are basically on the same page. She’s real nice and new to the city so she doesn’t know a ton of people. Also, she works at one of the huge law firms downtown as a paralegal. Ha! Maybe I can network with some of her attorney friends!! Anyway, she just needs to see Roommate’s room (time set up for tomorrow!) and then we’re going to make a decision. However, we’ve been emailing and im’ing all week and speaking as if she’s definitely moving in… so I think it’s a done deal. WAHOO!

 

6. Time for another double. More on the birthday stuff in another post with pics hopefully!!

Happy Spring!! March 21, 2009

1. Have I mentioned before how much of a baby I am when I’m sick? I felt like I was going to die on Tuesday and Wednesday. Last night I was convinced that I had a fever (my thermometer didn’t agree, I’m fighting with it!)… Poor Accountant had to listen to me whine, although he thinks I’ve sounded “out of it and spacey” the last few nights anyway so he believes I’m sick even if my thermometer doesn’t. I think I’m pulling out of it just in time for my birthday though!

 

2. Roommate and I had a major blowout the other day. It was via text and then an actual phone call which she hung up on me. The issue: she didn’t believe the comcast bill and was being obstinate. It was ridiculous. I left the house 2 hours early for work just so that I wouldn’t see her when she got home. I was so angry that I was afraid of what I would do/say if I saw her. I have NEVER been this angry in my life. It scared me. 11 days kids… 11 days.

 

3. In the mean time, I’m having a little shin-dig for my birthday on Monday. By shin-dig I really mean a small gathering of people at my house. Roommate has no idea this is happening. I feel like it’s no big deal since, well, she didn’t pay March rent and it’s my apartment now basically. Haha. Plus, it’s just apps and drinks. I’m pretty excited!

 

4. My birthday is actually Sunday, though. Accountant and I had planned on going to Douzo for dinner. However, I realized that it’s Restaurant Week in Boston this week and next. Then I saw that Meritage is part of restaurant week. I have been obsessed with the idea of going to this restaurant at some point forever. David Bruce is the executive chef and I’ve heard amazing things. So, I think we’ll be going there instead since restaurant week makes everything more affordable. I will post foodie porn for all of you (Ahem Random).

 

5. I have not heard from Unofficial in 16 days. This is a record. I’m not sad about it. Although I did have a dream that he called me and screamed at me. I hate those kinds of dreams.

 

6. So, as many of you have been able to tell by this, I have been in quite the funk for the past few months. Winter does bad things to me. I swear that I have SAD. I’m pulling out of it I think though (much like my illness of the last week). I have begun to take things into my own hands and do little things to make me feel better. I got a hair cut today. I actually did my nails last night AND I’ve been on a self-tanner kick (don’t worry no oompa loompa look). It sounds silly and trivial but it’s working. I’m feeling a bit better the last few days. I think it helps that some of my stress is coming to an end soon (roommate issue) but I LOVE spring. Let’s hope that the little tricks work, I can’t be miserable much longer… it sucks!

 

6. I think I may have an interview in the next week. I HOPE. I’m waiting on this one person to get back to me… it may be a great opportunity… keep fingers crossed please!

 

7. With Roommate leaving, I’ve been trying to figure out what to do about getting a new roomie. I’ve posted on Craig’s list and there was one potential that looked promising but she bailed. So, now I wait. I really kind of want no roomie though. Right now I can’t really swing it, financially. However, if the interview happens and I get hired… maybe I can then… hmmm… Anyone know of a person looking for housing in Boston? Let me know…

 

8. And now, I must leave for a lovely double at the restaurant. Fun fun!!

Give Those Legs A Stretch… March 15, 2009

1. There are less than 2 weeks before Roommate leaves…. Thank. The. Lord. I still haven’t figured out the exact date she’s leaving, but I’m working on it.

 

2. Today was St. Patty’s day in Southie. It’s supposedly this insane parade with everyone drinking on the streets etc. The plan was that I would go with a friend from down the street. I got up today early and then decided that I wasn’t up for it. I slept in, drank my coffee and clipped my coupons like I do every Sunday. And then I went for a run outside.

 

3. I have said it before and I will say it until I die… I should run more. I feel so good after I do. Granted, today I wanted to die at one point because my lungs were burning like crazy but that’s ok. I went out for what I think was a 3 mile run (my Nike+ ran out of juice so I need to get a new one). I’m happy I went. I’ve been needing to get myself back out there. It was colder than I thought it would be.

 

4. And now, now I am trying to figure out what I’m going to do for my birthday. I need a suggestion or two. I’ve hinted to him what I’d like as a gift (tickets to see the Fray in June). We’ll see. I AM excited, though, that my sister is coming to visit next Monday-Thursday!! Yay!!!! Love it!!!

Dreams or Nightmares? March 11, 2009

I have always been a pretty vivid dreamer. I can wake up and remember the most ridiculously minute details from a dream. Within the last few (6) months I’ve noticed that my stress comes through in my dreams. Last year, right before the bar exam I had dreams about getting sick again or forgetting simple legalese, etc. There have been a ton of dreams about Unofficial and a few about Accountant. When the restaurant is driving me crazy, I have dreams about serving… it’s so strange.

 

Last night (more like this morning) I had one about Roommate. And, it wasn’t really her in the dream (the appearance of the person was different). The dream was bad though. In it we got into another fight. Granted, her and I haven’t actually had a conversation in over 2 weeks, at least. The fight was terrible and I said really mean things. I mean, here’s the thing, I’m a bitch on here and say horrible things on here but I never would say them to her face. It’s just not necessary. I have a feeling she feels pretty terrible about herself on a daily basis anyway. Yes, I do have some empathy… sometimes. Regardless, the dream was vivid and horrible. I found myself “remembering” something from the dream and not being sure if it happened in real life or in the dream. I HATE that!

 

Then there was the dream about Hockey Player that I had. The dream was that he was in my restaurant, as a server! Why this boy pops up in my dreams from time to time is a mystery to me. The interaction is always something that amazes me, it’s so lifelike and real almost. It does take me a few minutes when I wake up to realize that it was just a dream and I haven’t actually spoken to him.

 

I find it strange the things that our subconscious will bring to the surface when we’re sleeping. What have you been dreaming about lately?

Some Excitement! March 8, 2009

1. Accountant came over the other night and we ordered pizza. It was nice to hang out but I was exhausted. I had a magistrate trial earlier that day and had barely slept the night before. I may have lied about it still being “that time” to get out of sex…. I think this is a bad sign…

 

2. Speaking of that trial… I won!!! Yay!! My client now doesn’t have to deal with this creditor ever again. Wahoo! I was pretty excited, except for being so tired.

 

3. Another exciting possibility: an attorney in the area who I’ve met at a seminar and now have an online networking relationship with is hiring a 1st year attorney. It’s a very small firm and the areas are different than I’ve wanted to pursue. However, this attorney is a really good guy and the way they run their business I completely respect and think is compatible with me. I called him and we spoke for a few minutes. He told me to send my resume (to not even bother updating it) and we’d meet sometime in the next week to 10 days. He sounded very positive. I’m pretty excited.

 

4. I did some math to try and figure out exactly what I need to be offered in order to not have to waitress anymore… this excited me as well…

 

5. I keep thinking about Unofficial. God, I hate that man…

Snowy Monday March 2, 2009

1. I’m getting more hits again lately. It’s my belief that there are two reasons: 1 – I’m writing more often again. 2 – It’s bar exam result waiting time. Anyone searching google for MA bar results or really anything regarding the wait is getting this blog. To those new people – Hello!! Nice to meet you. I hope you find this interesting.

 

2. Last week (or 2 weeks ago now? I don’t know it all blurs together) I bought a book. Waiter Rant is hilarious. In fact, I probably should just start writing a book like it. It’s written by a man in his 30s who gets stuck serving after being laid off at his white collar job. He stays in the restaurant industry for many more years than he initially expected. It’s a snarky funny book. I’ve been reading a chapter or two before bed each night, especially after work. I’m a fan.

 

3. There’s a lot of talk about the legal market in Boston right now. The Boston Globe did a story today and the ABA picked it up and put out their own article today. I’m not going to lie, it makes me stomach turn.

 

4. Did I tell you how Unofficial spent a few hours at my restaurant AT MY TABLE last weekend? Yeah. And then how his DAD came in on Wednesday or Thursday night? Yeah! AND THEN how his SISTER and B.I.L. came in on Saturday!? YEAH! WHAT. IS. GOING. ON!? Seriously. Here’s the thing… I can’t FORGET about him if he and his family keep marching into my workplace! I will say, though, that I have made no effort to contact him since he was in. Granted, I’ve been good about that anyway in the past month or so.

 

5. Sometimes the internet is the worst thing in the world for someone like me. I’m curious by nature. So… when I start wondering how someone is doing, I go through all the internet routes to see what they’re up to (facebook, myspace etc.). It’s sad. I’m an internet stalker, I am. I admit. Anyway, today is funny because I was looking at Athletic Trainer’s FB and realized that he’s happy. And… I’m glad. Also, I may have commented on his status which led to many others doing the same including his ex from before (and after) me. It’s funny almost. Whatever. When I’m bored I find myself poking around and looking at things that maybe I shouldn’t. His current gf posted a “note” and somehow I was able to read it (privacy settings not all that great apparently). I’m babbling and sound crazy. Moving on…

 

6. I have been looking at race calendars online yesterday and today. I’m trying to get myself motivated to work out and get back into running. I LOVE races! Accountant was pretty excited to hear this news. He thinks I’m a bit lazy in the winter. It’s true, I am.

 

7. I hate snow. A lot. I am debating whether I want to walk a block in the snow to get a bottle of wine. And, then, do I want to clean off my car tonight or wait until tomorrow? I know I should do it tonight, right? Hmmm… maybe if I clean off the car I’ll let myself go get wine. Yeah. That’s a good deal!