My relationship journey has not left me as a truly romantic person. I try to do things that are nice for my husband, but I don't always feel like I am being romantic. Jimmy on the otherhand really likes to be romantic. He is usually the one who thinks of breakfest in bed, or buying me chocolate, taking me out to nice resturants, you know the nice stuff like that.
This year I have realized more and more that me being romantic does not necessarily mean being spontaneous or over the top, but rather subtle and helpful. Case in point. Today I made Jimmy breakfast, I didn't make anything really too difficult, and I didn't bring it to him in bed. I made him something that he liked. Fried egg in toast with the middle taken out. He said it was wonderful!
Then I went and had lunch with him at the law school. While I waited for him, I organized his carrell a little bit. Then we ate a fairly simple lunch of leftovers and I gave him a chocolate. It was nice, it was simple, and dare I say it was romantic.
Tonight I am teaching a night class, so we won't be able to do anything super special. However, I am sure I am going to give Jimmy some extra hugs for being a great husband. I guess that is what life is all about. Taking time all the time to cherish simple moments whether they be wildly romantic or not.
By the way, it has been over two years since Jimmy proposed to me on the top of Y mountain. Just thinking about that day makes me feel more romantic!
Monday, February 14, 2011
Saturday, February 12, 2011
Saturday bills...
I really don't enjoy getting bills on Saturdays. Especially insurance/medical bills. And this is why: In my mind I have a running balance on what is going in and out of our bank account. I am very aware of the amount of money we are spending. When I get a bill on a Saturday, and it doesn't seem right (which is how most of our medical bills have been lately) I realize that I can't do anything about it until Monday between 9am and 5pm.
So in my compulsively obsessed mind I am trying to figure out what I need to do in order make this bill correct. It is awful. My mind cycles the same thoughts over and over again and usually it ends in me getting all anxious and sometimes overly emotional. I want so badly to talk to some customer service rep about how I think this bill is wrong, but I can't.
Does anyone else have this problem? This has really only been more of an issue since we've had more medical bills and we have had to deal with our new insurance company. Did I mention how ridiculous it is that insurance companies and medical providers don't seem to communicate in a timely manner? I always feel like I am getting bills for things that haven't gone through claims quite yet. When you are budgeting kind of person, you can't help but get a little anxious when you get a giant bill for something that your insurance should be paying at least part of.
Someday, just someday I don't think I will be such a frugal financial beast, but for now all I can do is wait for Monday and my next chance to talk to a customer service rep. Lucky them! Did I mention I am not exactly the best phone conversationalist? That is a topic for another day, and perhaps another rant that you may not feel up to reading right now.
So in my compulsively obsessed mind I am trying to figure out what I need to do in order make this bill correct. It is awful. My mind cycles the same thoughts over and over again and usually it ends in me getting all anxious and sometimes overly emotional. I want so badly to talk to some customer service rep about how I think this bill is wrong, but I can't.
Does anyone else have this problem? This has really only been more of an issue since we've had more medical bills and we have had to deal with our new insurance company. Did I mention how ridiculous it is that insurance companies and medical providers don't seem to communicate in a timely manner? I always feel like I am getting bills for things that haven't gone through claims quite yet. When you are budgeting kind of person, you can't help but get a little anxious when you get a giant bill for something that your insurance should be paying at least part of.
Someday, just someday I don't think I will be such a frugal financial beast, but for now all I can do is wait for Monday and my next chance to talk to a customer service rep. Lucky them! Did I mention I am not exactly the best phone conversationalist? That is a topic for another day, and perhaps another rant that you may not feel up to reading right now.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Things that I love
There are several things that I love quite dearly. On the top of my list is my husband and my beliefs, but today I would like to mention some of my more casual loves.
Today as I went on my daily walk I decided to make a stop at the Healthy Foods Coop in town. Inside was one of my loves, dried fruit. They have dried cherries, pineapple, mango, vegetables, etc... Plus it is in bulk. I can get as much as I want. It is blissful!
Later today, Jimmy came home and I commenced on another sewing projects. I have determined, after make a few aprons, a bag and today's sewing adventure that another one of my loves is accomplishment. I love finishing projects, and sewing has proved a good way to accomplish tasks without feeling terribly overwhelmed. I can finish my projects in a day or two.
Today was the "baby" dress. The baby is in quotes because I really didn't have a pattern with sizes, so I am positive it is too big for Mini Coop upon arrival. But I do think between ages 1 and 2 (maybe even 3) she may be of adequate weight and size to fit in it. It was a good start for my adventure of sewing baby clothes.
By the way, this is supposed to be a summer dress. I figure a shirt underneath, or sweater over the top would make quite a nice ensemble.
Today as I went on my daily walk I decided to make a stop at the Healthy Foods Coop in town. Inside was one of my loves, dried fruit. They have dried cherries, pineapple, mango, vegetables, etc... Plus it is in bulk. I can get as much as I want. It is blissful!
Later today, Jimmy came home and I commenced on another sewing projects. I have determined, after make a few aprons, a bag and today's sewing adventure that another one of my loves is accomplishment. I love finishing projects, and sewing has proved a good way to accomplish tasks without feeling terribly overwhelmed. I can finish my projects in a day or two.
Today was the "baby" dress. The baby is in quotes because I really didn't have a pattern with sizes, so I am positive it is too big for Mini Coop upon arrival. But I do think between ages 1 and 2 (maybe even 3) she may be of adequate weight and size to fit in it. It was a good start for my adventure of sewing baby clothes.
By the way, this is supposed to be a summer dress. I figure a shirt underneath, or sweater over the top would make quite a nice ensemble.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
A is for Apron
I finally used a gift card the other day. I bought a book of apron patterns, and a exercise video for pregnancy. I will not show you pictures of me exercising. That is embarrassing.
However, I will show you pictures of my first apron. I currently own two pieces of fabric and therefore practice all of my designs using this fabric. I will upgrade to better fabric once I feel a little better about my sewing skills. For now, I am feeling pretty good about how this apron turned out.
It will be nice when I have other colors besides purple and pink.
However, I will show you pictures of my first apron. I currently own two pieces of fabric and therefore practice all of my designs using this fabric. I will upgrade to better fabric once I feel a little better about my sewing skills. For now, I am feeling pretty good about how this apron turned out.
It will be nice when I have other colors besides purple and pink.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Confession
Hi, I'm Kirstin and I still have my baby blanket.
But today I realized that the tattered mess of a blanket needed either to be thrown away or renovated. In fact I have decided now is the time to turn this blanket over to the next of kin, Mini Coop. Of course she isn't arriving for another couple months, but to mentally prepared myself for this parting, I fixed it up, just a tad (and by tad, I mean a TON!). Probably not as professionally as I would have liked, but it was a much needed improvement.
I am pretty sure this used to be a very large blanket, but now it is probably 2' x 2' blanket, with a purple border (which was part of the upgrade).
Dear old blanket, you have served me well. It seems only right that I pass you on to my own daughter who will hopefully enjoy your warmth and comfort for years to come!
But today I realized that the tattered mess of a blanket needed either to be thrown away or renovated. In fact I have decided now is the time to turn this blanket over to the next of kin, Mini Coop. Of course she isn't arriving for another couple months, but to mentally prepared myself for this parting, I fixed it up, just a tad (and by tad, I mean a TON!). Probably not as professionally as I would have liked, but it was a much needed improvement.
I am pretty sure this used to be a very large blanket, but now it is probably 2' x 2' blanket, with a purple border (which was part of the upgrade).
Dear old blanket, you have served me well. It seems only right that I pass you on to my own daughter who will hopefully enjoy your warmth and comfort for years to come!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Funny things
There are just a few things these last few days that have made me inwardly chuckle.
First, look at this weather.
Would you cancel school on a day like this? Probably not. I have started being able to predict when they are going to cancel school. If the weather predicts more than an inch, and there is a possibility of a rain/snow mix sure fire cancellation. Today it has made me chuckle. I have one night class, but at least with this night class I have a little flexibility. For the record it is raining a little bit right now. Hooray for being able to sit at home most of the day.
Second, if I am going to sit around a home, my favorite room is our bedroom, and not because it has the bed and I want to sleep in it all day. It is because A) it can be warmed quite thoroughly and B) it actually has a little natural light. Our living room is in the corner of our apartment and if I am stuck inside, gets to be a little depressing. Today I did pilates, watched a show or two on hulu, and even finished off the leftover eggplant lasagna in our bedroom. I am now typing this post, in our bedroom.
Third, the little space heater we bought is good practice for having a child. It goes with me everywhere. It is my favorite little buddy and I am often trying to sit so close that it is almost like hugging it. Jimmy even tried to bring it to bed last night. We might have a slightly unhealthy obsession with this little heater. Until this obsession transfers over to Mini Coop, I think I am quite happy being warm.
So today I am inwardly chuckling at myself and the world around me.
First, look at this weather.
Would you cancel school on a day like this? Probably not. I have started being able to predict when they are going to cancel school. If the weather predicts more than an inch, and there is a possibility of a rain/snow mix sure fire cancellation. Today it has made me chuckle. I have one night class, but at least with this night class I have a little flexibility. For the record it is raining a little bit right now. Hooray for being able to sit at home most of the day.
Second, if I am going to sit around a home, my favorite room is our bedroom, and not because it has the bed and I want to sleep in it all day. It is because A) it can be warmed quite thoroughly and B) it actually has a little natural light. Our living room is in the corner of our apartment and if I am stuck inside, gets to be a little depressing. Today I did pilates, watched a show or two on hulu, and even finished off the leftover eggplant lasagna in our bedroom. I am now typing this post, in our bedroom.
Third, the little space heater we bought is good practice for having a child. It goes with me everywhere. It is my favorite little buddy and I am often trying to sit so close that it is almost like hugging it. Jimmy even tried to bring it to bed last night. We might have a slightly unhealthy obsession with this little heater. Until this obsession transfers over to Mini Coop, I think I am quite happy being warm.
So today I am inwardly chuckling at myself and the world around me.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
The bag
My sewing skills are not exactly the most extensive but I really do enjoy making a little craft or two. As I discussed before, one of my 2011 goals was to use my sewing machine. One of my great friends got me a very spiffy model and it totally deserves my attention. I want to try a few new projects: baby clothes, aprons, maybe if I am feeling really ambitious a skirt or dress.
For now I have resorted to my younger years by making a bag. Nothing fancy, nothing super beautiful, but it works.
Hopefully in a week or two I will have something new and exciting to show the world. For now, I will go with what I know. The important thing is I am using my sewing machine and it works fabulously!
For now I have resorted to my younger years by making a bag. Nothing fancy, nothing super beautiful, but it works.
Hopefully in a week or two I will have something new and exciting to show the world. For now, I will go with what I know. The important thing is I am using my sewing machine and it works fabulously!
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