It's been a crazy 2 years! I can't wait to see what the other years bring us. Love ya!
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Happy 2 Years!
Happy Anniversary Rob!
It's been a crazy 2 years! I can't wait to see what the other years bring us. Love ya!
It's been a crazy 2 years! I can't wait to see what the other years bring us. Love ya!
Monday, October 20, 2008
Raine
It's been somewhat of a sad weekend for us this past week. We unfortunately gave Raine back to the shelter I adopted him from.
If you know us personally, then you know about Raine and his problem. Ever since I got him, he's been spraying on our furniture and clothes. Rob moving in was the worst, he got anything and everything and we cleaned it all up and threw away what couldn't be cleaned. After that, he was so good. Then when we moved to New York it started getting bad again after a couple months of moving. Then came the time when he peed on the bed while I was actually sleeping in it. It was stressful, we did all we could....and believe me, we did. We've spent so much money on cleaning supplies, Feilaway, books, blankets and such that were ruined, extra litter boxes and more. Warning people to put away their stuff and close the doors when they came over. But we sucked it up and dealt with it. After moving to North Carolina, all was ok until a month later he started again and we knew that this was never going to stop. We worried about when we got a house and all the new furniture we'd have to get and if he'd ruin that. We worried about when we have kids if he'll spray on their things. It all caused me so much stress and it obviously caused Raine stress too. Him and Faith were not getting along either, he was too bossy and too hyper for her. I felt bad, because he wants to play, but she doesn't like that. There so much more to it, but in the end...we decided for all of us if we took Raine back. I wanted to do it right and so I flew with Raine back to Arizona to the shelter I adopted him from. AAWL is a wonderful shelter who treats their animals so good and really focus on behavioral issues and I volunteered there, so I know really how it is. I didn't want to take him to just any place. Yeah, it was expensive, but he deserves it. And I hope that someone will adopt him soon...like a single guy or someone with an equally playful cat. It breaks my heart because I swore I'd never give an another animal way, but we know it's the right thing to do.
So Raine...thank you for all the licks you gave us, for the way you spread yourself out like a rug when you napped, your orange little nose, they way you begged for pieces of meat when we made our sandwiches, and just for being our big silly boy. We love you!
Monday, October 13, 2008
Rob and Suzy do NASCAR
This past weekend me and Suzy went to the Bank of America 500. IT WAS AWESOME. When we originally moved down to NC people were always joking about something like this - hell Plaid even bought be a bunch of NASCAR® merchandise as part of my going away package. We originally went for some tailgating to go meet some friends from AZ who were in town visiting some family but it turned out we were able to get some tickets for 10 bucks a piece (originally they went for $80). As you can see from the video were were pretty excited to be there but the video doesn't do the experience justice. You need to go and see for yourself how fast and loud these cars are!! I promise you'll have as much fun as we did.
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Update on the List
It's been a while since anything was posted. We've been busy getting settled, job searching, camping and a visit from the in-laws.
Things are some what normal now. Rob got a job, the apartment is unpacked, we have our plants and Rob's car, back. We even had visits from a few friends, 2 who live here in NC. No job for me yet, but I have a feeling things should be getting better soon: )
I have managed to get a few things on my 28 Things List
I mentioned before that we went to Ashville, NC for the Bele Chere Festival. Someplace brand new for me!
We went camping a few weeks ago at Marrow Mountain. It was a lot of fun and hope to go many more times.
And what's camping without hiking? We went on one trail that led us to the river near by. On the way we saw dung beetles, lizards toads and even a deer with her fawn!
Also, I found this website where you can list up to 43 things you want to do. So, I put up my list there and I'll add a few more things that I want to do. 43 Things
Things are some what normal now. Rob got a job, the apartment is unpacked, we have our plants and Rob's car, back. We even had visits from a few friends, 2 who live here in NC. No job for me yet, but I have a feeling things should be getting better soon: )
I have managed to get a few things on my 28 Things List
I mentioned before that we went to Ashville, NC for the Bele Chere Festival. Someplace brand new for me!
We went camping a few weeks ago at Marrow Mountain. It was a lot of fun and hope to go many more times.
And what's camping without hiking? We went on one trail that led us to the river near by. On the way we saw dung beetles, lizards toads and even a deer with her fawn!
Also, I found this website where you can list up to 43 things you want to do. So, I put up my list there and I'll add a few more things that I want to do. 43 Things
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Hello North Carolina!
Well things have finally died down to a semi normal state for us! We're finally here in North Carolina. It was a bumpy ride, leaving at 3am with 2 freaked out cats who pooed and meowed most of the drive down. I did give them Richard's Organic Pet Calm, the first does didn't work well, but it's understandable because they we're just too freak out. The second dose worked wonders!! Barely a peep. I continue to give it to them with all the people coming in and out of the apt. But we made it and couldn't be happier.
The apartment is fantastic! One of my favorite features is the big window that lets tons of light in. It's always bright in here and lifts up my spirits: ) And we all enjoy the balcony, just sitting and relaxing out in the fresh air. We managed to get everything unloaded off the pod in a few hours, but are still unpacking, figuring out where to put all of our stuff. I hope by the end of this week the apartment is all unpacked and there's no boxes or piles of junk around.
In the middle of all this, Rob insisted we go to Asheville for the Bele Chere Festival. He went last year with Plaid Nation and loved it. And since we're so close to it this year (just 2 hours) he felt that we couldn't pass it up. I had a wonderful time in Asheville and enjoyed the festival a lot. It was nice to see the kind of arts and crafts they have down here. I want to go again when we have a house and buy things for it. We ate at the Laughing Seed twice for lunch and dinner! Veggie food never tasted so good!! They also have awesome mixed drinks and beer. Oh and the drive to Asheville was so lovely! We drove through some mountains that loomed like giants in the fog. And we pass by lots of open grass and farms, something I don't see enough of. We plan to go back to Asheville in Oct and stay at a B&B for our anniversary, I can't wait.
Other than that, things are good. We're not running to the stores all day spending tons of money on those small, but necessary things. Nor eating out, but cooking actual meals. Today I'm going to start exercising again so I don't become fat lazy Suzy. Job hunting is...going, but we're confident that at least Rob will have a job within a few weeks. I'm crafting a little bit too. I just started loom knitting and am going to make a blanket. I can't wait to start embroidering and sewing again!
The apartment is fantastic! One of my favorite features is the big window that lets tons of light in. It's always bright in here and lifts up my spirits: ) And we all enjoy the balcony, just sitting and relaxing out in the fresh air. We managed to get everything unloaded off the pod in a few hours, but are still unpacking, figuring out where to put all of our stuff. I hope by the end of this week the apartment is all unpacked and there's no boxes or piles of junk around.
In the middle of all this, Rob insisted we go to Asheville for the Bele Chere Festival. He went last year with Plaid Nation and loved it. And since we're so close to it this year (just 2 hours) he felt that we couldn't pass it up. I had a wonderful time in Asheville and enjoyed the festival a lot. It was nice to see the kind of arts and crafts they have down here. I want to go again when we have a house and buy things for it. We ate at the Laughing Seed twice for lunch and dinner! Veggie food never tasted so good!! They also have awesome mixed drinks and beer. Oh and the drive to Asheville was so lovely! We drove through some mountains that loomed like giants in the fog. And we pass by lots of open grass and farms, something I don't see enough of. We plan to go back to Asheville in Oct and stay at a B&B for our anniversary, I can't wait.
Other than that, things are good. We're not running to the stores all day spending tons of money on those small, but necessary things. Nor eating out, but cooking actual meals. Today I'm going to start exercising again so I don't become fat lazy Suzy. Job hunting is...going, but we're confident that at least Rob will have a job within a few weeks. I'm crafting a little bit too. I just started loom knitting and am going to make a blanket. I can't wait to start embroidering and sewing again!
Friday, July 18, 2008
The List Update
We were in North Carolina this past weekend getting things ready for the big move. We got ourselves a nice apartment that we're super excited about moving into. (photos are on flickr *points to right*) Rob also had a couple interviews that are pretty promising. I also got to cross a couple things on my 28 Things to do When I'm 28 List !
14. Eat at a new place.
This was easy since North Carolina is new to us! But I specifically wanted to go to Cabo Fish Taco and they had awesome awesome food! Huge portions at great prices and fresh sides and yum yum yum....wish I was there now. Also I had a delicious mojito: ) Can't wait to go back there again.
23. Go to a winery.
Rob's parents (who were with us) wanted to check out one of the local wineries since North Carolina has a bunch of them. We went to Ray Len which turned out to be a nice place. Their wine was quite good and we ended up buying a couple bottles, including some sparkling wine to celebrate our first night in our apartment next week.
And that's it right now! Once things get settled I'll pursue more things on the list. If things go as planned, we're going to go to Asheville next weekend and that is traveling to a new place for me: )
And I guess this will be the last post in New York. Next time I write we'll be in North Carolina! See y'all later!
14. Eat at a new place.
This was easy since North Carolina is new to us! But I specifically wanted to go to Cabo Fish Taco and they had awesome awesome food! Huge portions at great prices and fresh sides and yum yum yum....wish I was there now. Also I had a delicious mojito: ) Can't wait to go back there again.
23. Go to a winery.
Rob's parents (who were with us) wanted to check out one of the local wineries since North Carolina has a bunch of them. We went to Ray Len which turned out to be a nice place. Their wine was quite good and we ended up buying a couple bottles, including some sparkling wine to celebrate our first night in our apartment next week.
And that's it right now! Once things get settled I'll pursue more things on the list. If things go as planned, we're going to go to Asheville next weekend and that is traveling to a new place for me: )
And I guess this will be the last post in New York. Next time I write we'll be in North Carolina! See y'all later!
Friday, July 11, 2008
Run Rob Run!
This past 4th of July Rob ran his first race with some of the guys at work. He did his personal best and can't wait to do another race!
Ever since Rob quit smoking little over 2 yrs ago, he's been running. Back then he struggled with 2 miles on the tread mil and now he's running outside for like 5-7 miles at time. I'm so proud of him and he's a huge inspiration to me. I recently started running and I hope to be as good as him and sign up for a couple races myself.
You're awesome Rob! (heh)
The move is almost upon us and we're heading down to NC to find an apartment. Then on the 21st, we say good-bye to New York and head to our new home in North Carolina!
Ever since Rob quit smoking little over 2 yrs ago, he's been running. Back then he struggled with 2 miles on the tread mil and now he's running outside for like 5-7 miles at time. I'm so proud of him and he's a huge inspiration to me. I recently started running and I hope to be as good as him and sign up for a couple races myself.
You're awesome Rob! (heh)
The move is almost upon us and we're heading down to NC to find an apartment. Then on the 21st, we say good-bye to New York and head to our new home in North Carolina!
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