Almost There....

Two more days. Thank God. My mind is so gone now that I can't even imagine staying at my current employer. I can't imagine doing the same work, with the same people...doing the same reports. I'm definitely ready to begin the next chapter in my life. I'm SO not working a full day tomorrow. I hadn't planned on coming at all, but I didn't get a chance to talk to my boss about it yesterday and I don't want to be THAT trifling. I have one personal day left, but I'll at least work the morning. I'm going home to my parent's this weekend so I plan on being on the road no later than 1pm.

Quick update on HIM....you're gonna love this. First of all, I haven't seen HIM in 6 months. Well, that changes next weekend. Friends of ours are moving down south in a few weeks, and the fam is throwing a huge BBQ to send them off. He'll be there....oh boy. This is going to be quite the event. I have NO idea how we're going to react to each other. Wait...I lie. I know what's going to happen. We're going to see each other, he's going to smile, I'm going to bite my cheeks, and he's going to be looking at me the rest of the day. *sigh* I'm going to be strong...but I know after a couple of drinks he'll be talking to me about the "situation". If he grows the balls, that is. Second part of the update....remember the trip he wanted me to take with him, and I declined unless he paid for it? He refused to go with anyone else, he would only go with me, etc? Well, he's going with someone else. According to my big bro, just a friend, no sexual relationship involved....they go "way back". I do remember mention of this chick, even though I never met her. Their relationship is neither here nor there...it's really none of my business. He can go with his second choice, and I hope he has a great time! Woops...that was mean, wasn't it?

In other news, I have discovered something about myself recently. I'm a snob. Stop laughing. Stop looking at me like "you didn't know?". I mean a GYM snob. Not about clothes or what people are wearing or anything...never that. *cough* I'm talking about "other" stuff. Like these guys that walk around looking like they own the place, then do a set behind me and lower the weight. That shit ALWAYS cracks me up. I'm pretty strong so I up my weights quite often. I love seeing these men pimp over, look me up and down, flash the smile....then they see what I'm lifting and their face freezes. LOL. I'm also a "class" snob. Exercise class, that is. If I'm taking a class and the teacher is a little "suspect" around the waistline, I'm going to tilt my head to the side for a sec. Last night, I did kickboxing for the first time. Now, I used to be the step aerobics queen, so to me, I can do anything if I can do that. I walk into the room, and I see the instructor, and there's no six pack....I'm like "hmmm". I joined in, and ummmm.....10 minutes into it I think I heard God laughing at me. He was saying "see what you get for passing judgment on people?" That broad kicked.my.behind. That class was NOT a game. I can usually keep up with anybody, but with 15 mins left I was dropping down to the lower impact ways of doing the punches and kicks. Oh.my.WORD! Ya'll when I left the gym, I probably looked like I had been attacked. I was emotional! I was walking all slow, couldn't remember where my car was, staring out of the window as I was driving....I was broke down! LOL! But...BUT...I will be back next week. It was a really great class. She might kick my ass again, but eventually I'll get used to it.

Aight, back to "work". *sigh* I just want to leave NOW! But I'll be good.....

I'm OOOOUUUUTTT!

It's official. I turned in my resignation on Tuesday, and accepted the offer from my NEW employer. It was a MESS here at my current spot. My direct supervisor asked a few questions, but then said he understood (I guess you would since you only recently removed the knife from my fuggin back!). He knew that I've been complaining about money for a while, and there were a few other areas that we had been discussing all along. His boss though? The head of the department? SHOWED HIS ASS. He didn't speak to me at ALL on Tuesday. Yes, I'm serious. A grown ass man. Walked by me, looked over me, and ignored me the whole day. Of course I noticed it off the bat, as did the rest of my coworkers. I didn't get upset though...I went in to my supervisors office, closed the door, and said that if I had ANY regret or doubt about leaving? The DH's attitude and behavior TOTALLY wiped that out. He was rude, unprofessional, and in my humble opinion, childish.

I came in yesterday, and at first he was still acting shitty. He called me into his office and I went in thinking "finally, he's going to speak his mind". WRONG. He basically said "I got your letter, and I accept it", and then went on to discuss the redistribution of my duties. Oh, for real? That's it, huh? Ok. Lemme tell you something about this man...he is a talker. You don't get out of his office without a minimum of 20 mins worth of talk. I was in and out in 4 mins. No lie. He didn't ask me any questions, try to counter, NOTHING. I came out and went back to my supervisor's office...and his mouth fell open. He knew where I was coming from and couldn't believe I was already done. He was pretty disgusted, actually...he said that his boss' behavior was crazy. No shit. So, long story short, supervisor man went over and talked to him, and basically told him about his behavior. After that, DH spoke to me the whole rest of the day. Oh no mofo...you've already showed me your true colors. Stay the hell away from me. Let's not even get into all the speeches he used to give me about "not showing emotion" and "staying professional". Let's not get into how a little blond haired blue eyed white chick (yeah, I'm going there) quit after 4 MONTHS, and we had a meeting for the announcement, she gave a speech, AND we had a happy hour for her. I've been here busting my ass for almost 3 years....did I get the meeting, the announcement? Nope. Will I get a happy hour? Probably not.

Even though people are probably thinking "she's only leaving because she didn't get promoted", I'm going to hold my head up, and take the high road. This opportunity came to me...I didn't seek it out. It didn't' happen like that. Those that truly care about me and my well being will seek the truth...the others can think what they want. I'm going to carry myself with dignity these last two weeks, and remain respectful. I've already met with the young lady that got the promotion over me, just to make sure she didn't think that my resignation had anything to do with her arrival, and that's she's comfortable. I've met with the rest of my accounting team to make sure they understand. I'll be writing a letter to our Regional Vice President, and to the controller of the DC Group, to thank them for the constant support, and to leave on good terms. I'll train people, write how-to guides, do whatever I can to make the transition smooth, and I included in my resignation letter that I will make myself available after my departure, if necessary.

I may be the most bougie-ghetto bitch you'll ever meet, but I was raised to have some sense. There's no need for negativity. I'm not going to let one man's attitude cause me to act crazy or ghetto or to do anything that they would "expect" me to do based on my personality, or ethnicity. I am very professional, and I intend to stay that way. Momma didn't raise no fool.

Now, go back to work. Bitches.

When Opportunity Knocks....

What do you do? I’m here to tell you…this ride called life? Hmph. Wait…I’m getting ahead of myself….let me slow down…back it up. Start from the beginning. First of all….I GOT THE JOB!!!!! I am SO excited. Thank you for all of your prayers, thoughts, kind words, and words of encouragement. I went into that interview Wednesday and KILLED IT. Power suit, power heels, powerful mind…I’m telling you. I was supposed to interview with 3 people…2 managers and an HR person. Well, I guess they liked me and passed it along, because by the time I left, I had met with every manager in the particular department, AND the vice president of that operating group. WOW. I left the building feeling good, and called my recruiter. I spoke with her briefly to convey my thoughts and excitement, and then we wrapped up, and I got on the train. This was in Rosslyn. By the time I came out on the other side and got off at the Landover station (about a 25 min train ride)…they had already called my recruiter. By the time I got into my car and headed north on the BW Parkway, they had made the verbal offer. Yes. YES! It happened so fast, I didn’t even have time to be excited at first. I think I was in shock…LOL. Please believe after I slept on it and woke up the next morning…I was ELATED. They’re putting together the offer letter and package to send to me. Once I receive that, I’m putting in my resignation at the current spot. Let me tell you though…it’s going to be WAR when I do that. Not only have we lost 2 other people in the last month, but everybody and their mother has been pulling me to the side lately to tell me how “impressed they are with the positive way I’ve responded to not getting the promotion”. Oh for real? What, I’m a strong-willed, strong-minded Black woman and I’m supposed to go the fugg off and curse everybody out? I am SO tired of “those” people assuming that the “stereotypical Black woman attitude” cannot be handled and controlled in a corporate environment. But that is a WHOLE ‘NOTHER BLOG, so I’m going to digress, quickly. Next week is going to be ugly. I’ll just leave it at that.

Now, last night was the….what was it called? The Takeover: THROWDOWN IN BLOGTOWN. The DC bloggers did it up last night. Whew! We had such a good time! It was me, X, Will, Kajuana and a friend of hers (I think her name was Sharonda?), Edwige, Brutha Code, Panama and his friend, Cee and Cee’s sister, and Hustleman. We met at a spot in Adam’s Morgan called Left Bank. I’m going to go ahead and say this, because I know the rest of them niggas are gonna call us out: we were a smidge late. Just a tad. *holding forefinger and thumb a millimeter apart* Ok, so it was 9:30 when we got there. BUT…BUT…..it wasn’t my fault! Really! Somebody who will remain nameless (who goes by a moniker that rhymes with visit and has a big black truck named Mandingo) needed to go shopping for an ensemble before we could go out. Yes, she was supposed to go to the mall while I was at work. It’s ok. Perhaps those 6 vodka and crans she had with lunch slowed her down a bit. *shrug* ANYWAY after we came back from the mall, showered and changed, and got downtown, it was like 9. We would have gotten in there earlier but we had to find parking. Big ups to Edwige for hooking us up with the parking spot. The MEN of the group couldn’t tell us where the hell to go…get on the phone with a woman and she tells us in 2 seconds where the parking garage is. *shaking head* We really are the smarter sex…LOL. ANYHOO, we got in there, and had a ball. After an hour or so of drinking, quasi table dancing, picture taking and all kinds of drunken foolery, we moved the party down the street to a hookah spot. Yummmm. We stayed there for a while, then I THOUGHT everybody dipped out and went home. Hmph. Seems that everybody else went dancing! Bitches! LOL…we went to the bathroom before we left the spot so we didn’t walk out with everyone. Oh well. *sniffle* X and I had a date with Taco Bell anyway… It was a great evening, and I can’t wait to read everyone else’s take…you know how stories get “enhanced” when niggas have been drinking…LOL.

Last, but most CERTAINLY, not least…Rhap got a new toy! No, not one of THOSE…I FINALLY got my Blackberry yesterday! I’m so excited! No more antiquated Stylewriter 2way. Buh bye!! I played with it a little last night, but it had to charge and we had to go (remeber, we were LATE!). I’m going to try to “learn it” today. It has so much to offer! *sniffle* I’m a little emotional…I’m like a man when it comes to electronics. I think I have a hard-on…ROFL. It’s hot though…I’m happy…and I got it on the job discount, before I leave. You like my gangsta? Yeah, thought so. I spoke to our corporate contact at the company and quickly procured his cell phone number and he made it VERY clear that I don’t need to remain with the company to receive the discount...we struck up a convo and it turns out he’s an ex-empoyee too. Thanks. *making his the first number I add to my contacts in new toy*. Aight people….you’ve been updated…I’ve got X’s to entertain, showers to take, toys to play with….I’ll holla!

Finally.....

Where do I start? I guess I’ll go in order.

The Job
I didn’t get the promotion. Surprised? I am, but I’m not. It was only me and another chick interviewing. Long story short, she got it because she had more “extras” than me. They said on the 8-5 technical level, we were dead even. Her “extras”…reports that she’s done for her managers, Powerpoint presentations that she had done for her department. Great. Great! Umm…there’s just one thing…since November, I had taken on additional work that I got when someone else got promoted and left. In March, I took on MORE work that I got when somebody else transferred out of state. So tell me, exactly, when I’ve had time to do “extras”? Right. ‘Scuse me for focusing on my assigned work. Silly me. When they told me that day that I hadn’t gotten it, I really wasn’t upset. At first I was like, hey, this girl has some good ideas, and she’ll be a good addition. Yes, I took the high road. As the days went on though, that nagging feeling returned. I stated previously that if I didn’t get this I would take that as a sign, and I would leave. Ironically, another opportunity has literally fallen into my lap. A recruiter got in touch with me…I didn’t call her. She has a great opportunity for MORE MONEY at a good company. Things just fell into place. The only reason I had an updated resume was because of my possible promotion. Before that process, I hadn’t touched my resume in OVER two years. So, I sent it to her. She was very excited about it, and so was her client. The end result? I’m interviewing with them this Wednesday at 1:30. I’m a little scared, to be honest…but also quite excited. I’m scared because I’ve been through a couple of layoffs. The one thing I know about my current firm is that I have job security. BUT…I am also drastically underpaid, and I work a lot of hours. I’m tired. My quality of life has dropped dramatically recently and I don’t like that. In the past 3 weeks, 2 people have left my department for other jobs paying significantly more. My company wants us to focus on the “big picture”, and what we COULD be making once we finally reach a certain level. I’m not wanting to live like that anymore. I have to live for TODAY. I have bills NOW. I’m tired of basically living check to check. I can’t even pay my entire mortgage out of one check, and that’s sad. Plus, a while back, I prayed for guidance. I didn’t ask for a new job, I didn’t ask for more money. I just asked for guidance because I didn’t know what to do. Literally days later, this opportunity comes up, and I did NOT seek it out. If that isn’t a sign, then what is? Wednesday is the day. We’ll see how it goes.

The Gym
Wellll….the past couple of weeks, I haven’t been. I’ve been EXHAUSTED every day. I’ve worked late every day…and by the time I get home, I’ve literally been falling asleep between 8-9pm. I haven’t cooked, cleaned…nothing. I have kept the weight off though…I’m happy about that. I’ll probably go today, and get back on the right path. My summer clothes are already fitting better, but there’s still a little more work that I’d like to do.

The HIM
*rolling eyes* This nigga here? He’s special. I don’t know what other word to use to describe him. He called me for my bday last week. He was supposed to come down for dinner last week…so we could talk. Well, after we spoke on my birthday, and I gave him yet another piece of my mind, he canceled. He’s a fucking punk man! Then, after a week of no contact, he calls my big brother, and tells him that he wants to go on vacation with me, and to call me to hook it up. I had already told big bro…I’ll go, if he pays for it. My stance didn’t change. Well HE declined my offer. Oh well. I have other plans that I can turn into a vacation, so I’m not worried. He just refuses to man up and say what needs to be said/accept responsibility. When we spoke last week, he did a lot of listening, and when I was done, said “You have every right to be upset with me”. NO SHIT. Was that supposed to make me feel better about “letting it go” though? Sorry. Rhap doesn’t operate that way. He wants my friendship, but doesn’t want to put forth any effort to ensure that he has it. I wouldn’t mind his friendship, but am NOT going to be able to look at him in ANY capacity until he addresses certain issues. He’s seeking ME out. He’s contacting me. He’s asking for my presence. He misses me. You would think that he would do whatever it takes…right? Hmph. I told big bro yesterday…the best thing is for us just to not speak. But I know him, and he is a very determined man. Just not in the right areas, apparently. Moron.

My Birthday
I’m 28! I love getting older. Each year brings new energy, new experiences…it’s great! I’m not one of those women that is scared of aging. I love it! I still get carded when I order drinks so I’m not worried about the looks…LOL. This birthday was wonderful, because…..

Puerto Rico
I went to Puerto Rico for my birthday! My best friend was down there on business for 2 weeks, so I went for a long weekend. We had SUCH a great time. We shopped, hiked in a rainforest, toured the Bacardi factory, swam, exercised…it was really really really a GREAT trip. PR is a beautiful place....and the men are FUINE. Good LAWD! I don't think I saw one ugly dude the whole time! The trip definitely allowed me to get some rest and clear my head, and spend some good quality time with my best friend. We’re both so busy with work that we hadn’t seen each other as much as we used to. My plan is to hit new spots every year. Last year I did Boston, Miami, Hawaii. This year along with PR, I’m hoping to FINALLY get to Vegas, and I’ll be going to L.A. to hang out with a friend who’s slowly turning into a supa starra. LOL.

I think you’re caught up now. I don’t think I left anything out. Next week is the DC Bloggers Convention, yes? X will be here. I told her last week, I don’t know if DC is ready for us, because Atlanta is STILL recovering. I think I saw a news report about it shaking uncontrollably from time to time…muttering “X…Rhap…bitches”. I’m looking forward to having her here and meeting all of these wonderful people that I’ve been reading forever. I’m sure it’ll be a good time….and if Wednesday goes well, I could have a reason to celebrate!!

Just A Tease....

*Walking in and sitting on couch as if nothing has happened* Hiiiiii! *big cheesy grin*

I know. Please don't say it. You just don't understand. Ask X....I've been losing my MIND these past couple of weeks. I'm going to keep this brief, because my parents are in town and I always have to "work" on Saturday doing stuff around the house. Guess I can't complain since they're helping me with MY house. Tomorrow, I'll do a detailed post, touching on the following topics:

* The Job
* The Gym
* The HIM
* My BIRTHDAY (yeah, you missed it)
* Puerto Rico

I think that's it. If I think of anything else, I'll just add it tomorrow. Until then.....

Catch-Up Time!

Heyyyy! Before you start to curse and scream, this is the FIRST time that I’ve been on my home computer since my trip to Atlanta. I had to go out of town last weekend, and you know how my weeks are…so hush. I have lots to talk about!

Atlanta…ahhh…what can I say? To say I had a blast would seriously not do my trip justice. Of course, I got to spend time with X…that was SO much fun. We can sit in the house with no TV on and have fun. It’s crazy. I love her to pieces *pinching her cheeks*. Now, along with X I got to meet and hang out with some other folks. As previously mentioned I met Grayse, Will, Ms Thing, Champ. I love them all! Here’s why:

Will: Truly auspicious…ROFL. This cat right here? Cool as hell. Funny as shit. I could fill this whole page with adjectives. Just dayum CRAZY! The way we bonded one would think we’ve known each other for YEARS!

Grayse: GRAYSEEEE! Ohmygosh…cute as a button…with the most beautiful, startling eyes I’ve even seen. And homegirl had the nerve to have a shirt on to match those eyes the second day….awwww shit! Oh she’s just so sweet! I almost felt bad being around her with my truck driver mouth because I didn’t want to corrupt her!

Ms Thing: Now, I’m used to X calling her “tiny”…but don’t let the “smallness” fool you….that thing right there packs a PUNCH! She’s the greatest man…she’ll have this cute little smile on her face and cut you down to shreds without moving ONE facial muscle. Her new home is absolutely beautiful, and she welcomed us right on in with some fried fish and some libations! Yeuuh!

Champ: Ms. Thing’s fiancée. Cool as hell. A fellow Taurus, so as the night went on, we found that we thought alike (like going after that jackass that tried to jump in X’s truck). He and Ms. Thing make the cayutest couple in the world! You can just see the love between them…*sniffle* I know they’re going to have many many years of happiness.

That was the crew for the weekend. We added my cousin the second day and went for drinks to watch the NCAA, then to dinner. Needless to say, I didn’t want to leave.

Now, last weekend I had to go to NY. NO not for HIM. Even though he tried to get me to come see him. AAANNNNKKKK. I went for some personal business, and to hang out with my peeps. I had a good time, as usual. I might go back this weekend, but I’m not sure yet. My friend’s daughter is turning 4 and having a birthday party and I want to be there. But we’ll see. I’ve been traveling a LOT and I need to do chores….laundry, grocery shopping, etc. But you know how I love NY. *Sidebar: Will, I’m sorry. Please don’t hurt me. My day Saturday ended up being totally out of control, and I was pissed off and tired by 7pm. Forgive me, please?* Ahem. Now, where were we? As I mentioned, HE tried to get me to come to him. Now, I’ve come to the realization that it takes more energy to hold on to anger then it does to forgive. You know I’ve been working on my spirituality, and one of the main focuses is forgiveness. With that being said, I’ve told myself that IF HE comes to me and “mans up”, apologizes, says what he needs to say, then MAYBE I won’t hate him forever. Not that we would get back together, but that I would be cordial. Welllll….LOL…unfortunately we’re in a vicious cycle right now. When we get on the phone, I’m in “listen” mode. I said everything I had to say in my 6 page email…it’s his turn. BUT because I sit on the phone icily without talking, he gets nervous, and doesn’t say anything of substance. Plus, he’s trying to “buddy me up”, and I laugh at just about everything that he says. I guess that doesn’t help either. *shrug* When he asked me to come to him Saturday, I laughed and said “You want ME to come to YOU?” He got mad and got off the phone. Oh well. His spoiled ass will realize that if he wants me in his life on a friendship or ANY level, I’m can try to forgive, but I will NOT FORGET.

Now then, let me tell you about work. Work just got interesting, today. My girl told me today that she’s putting in her 2 weeks on Friday. Why is this interesting? Remember that promotion that I’ve been talking about…that I can’t get because there is no “room”? Well, with her leaving, there will be room. Basically, I want her job. I’m doing a lot of stuff above my level right now anyway. I know they’ll HAVE to post it and hold interviews…that’s policy. I had already talked management about what would happen if that position became available. They said they would have to hold interviews, but since I work there and they know my work ethic and skills, basically everyone that came in to interview would have to beat ME. We’ll see if that holds true. They know I’m not totally pleased at work right now because I haven’t been promoted. This should solve most of the problems. BUT…I’m telling you right now. If for some reason I do NOT get this promotion? I am OUT. I’m being recruited pretty heavily right now. The agency that placed my girl has been ringing my phone off the hook. BUT I’m going to think positively, and pray on it. What is meant to be, will be.

Now, last but not least…the gym! Ya’ll, tonight was my evaluation. We get one at the beginning to take our measurements, one to give us our workout program, and after a month, one to check our progress. Today was the progress check. I am SO friggin pumped right now. I’ve lost 10 pounds, 1 inch off my chest, 1 from my shoulders, 1.5 from my stomach, 1 from my waist, 1.5 from my hips….I’ve gained muscle like crazy on my arms, the fat on my abs has gone down 3, my biceps 2, my thighs and calves 2, and overall my body fat percentage has gone down 2%...in ONE MONTH. The trainer said that was FANTABULOUS! I’m so excited! It’s good to know that all of this sweating out of hair and getting home late has been for good and not evil…LOL. I got her to make a copy of my sheet and I’m putting that bad boy right on the fridge! The funny thing is, I probably could have lost more, but I haven’t totally cut out EVERYTHING. I’m just eating like I have some sense and balancing out my day. I had a FEW French fries today, but I had them with a turkey burger, and I had granola and applesauce for breakfast. I’m trying man! I still have work to do, because some of my summer clothes are still a lil’ tight, but I’m on my way!

That’s it for now. All of this salty sweat is murdering my hair…time for a deep conditioner! Ciao!

Durty Durty

*lil John voice* YEEEEAAAAAAHHHHH! I'm here! It's Saturday morning. I'm drinking my lukewarm tap water trying to recover from the alcohol consumption last night....WHEW! Before I get into that, let me update you on the situation with HIM.

Guess what the burning question is? Come on, guess. Give up? Now, I still haven't "officially" been asked by him yet (because I still won't answer/return calls) but I've confirmed with my sources. He wants me to go on a cruise this year with him and some friends. Yes. Yes. I'm serious. No, really. My first reaction was to LAUGH. I laughed for 5 straight minutes after hearing that. My next reaction was anger. I was PISSED. I went OFF via email....my third reaction? Hmph. I came to my senses. Oh, you want me to go? Ok. Pay for my shit. You pay for my shit, I'll go. You damn right. I know what he's thinking. The cruise is where we reconnected the LAST time...so maybe he's hoping for a repeat? Nope. I know what you may be thinking...X is not happy with my thought process right now. I'm good though...for real. I'm not going to backslide. I'm confident in who and where I am at this point. But all of this is irrevelant if he doesn't ask me...LOL. We've been playing phone tag (kinda on purpose on my part). He's been trying to get me on the phone ALL week. NOPE! Last night I did return one of the phone messages from this week...but when I called he didn't answer, and I didn't leave a message. The least I can do is give him the opportunity to ASK me so I can tell him my requirements, yes? Well, after we got in the club? That nigga blew my phone UP do you hear me? Officially, I don't know how many times he called. He called a few times, and one of those times X answered it, so the missed calls were cleared. But after she answered, and I wrestled the phone away from her, he called five more times, sent me a text message AND left me a voice mail. LOL! Sounded a little miffed on the voice mail too! "You call me and I have a missed call, I called you back and get your voice mail...cute real cute". ROFL...aww tha poor baby is getting mad!! We'll see what happens today. LOL...isn't this FUN?

Now, back to my crunkness. Guess who I got to meet last night? Ms Thing, Champ, Grayse AND Will! Ya'll...we had a BALL! We started off chilling and drinking (and them trying to get me to sing), and then decided to go out. We went to an old school spot called Bellbottoms. PHENOMENAL! I haven't had that much fun in a club in a long time! I know it was because of the company I was with...everyone is so cool and so REAL! I'll do a post and give you descriptions of all of them later. I love them all! Anyhoo, we danced the night away, sweated our hair out, all of that. We then went to Waffle House for some grub..and the most amazing thing happened to me! We're sitting at the counter...six of us, in a row. This lady comes up to me and says, "Hello, I know you don't know me, and you're probably wondering why I'm talking to you. I just wanted to come over and let you know that God loves you and He has a plan for you. I don't know why I'm telling you this, I just felt moved and that I HAD to come over here to speak to you." Then she rubbed my arm and walked away. WOW. WOWWWW! Can you believe that? Out of everyone in that restaurant, everyone in our group...she came up to ME! I have to reflect and pray on that one, for real. Have to call my mommy! LOL!

Well, I must run. I must warsh and get ready for the day. I'm going to meet up with my cousin who I haven't seen in YEARS. She lives down here. After that...who knows. X and I are on the loose...watch out!!