the annie blog

There is a new tea room in town! It’s fairly close to the college. I am checking it out today. Yes! I’ll send my “review” later.

Fridays are always good. Halloween is good. I am doing fine! We aren’t going to be passing out candy tonight – we are heading over to a friend’s house then we’re gonna go see a movie – not sure which one. But it should be fun. Tomorrow I really need to run errands and get stuff done around the house. I don’t have any grading to do, so that will be nice.

I am hoping for more fall-like weather soon. It’s actually been warm here. Which is fine, but the leaves are all pretty and it’s hot outside. Just odd for my poor little senses.

Have a great Halloween!

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Ok, thought I’d update quickly before I start the bedtime ritual and snuggle in to read for awhile. I had an immensely fulfilling day. I got so much done. I love that. Tomorrow will be hectic, but I should be able to work like crazy if I stay focused. I love that feeling of staying focused. I have the best days when I am productive.

I have kept journals my whole life – ok, not my whole life, but since I was in 5th grade. I occasionally read through them. Some time ago I started to notice re-occurring themes. One of those themes is the mention of productivity. I seem to be obsessed with being productive. When I have a day that I wasn’t productive – and these days do happen – I start to get all sad and depressed. When I have days like this I tend to be much more happy. I kind of link it all to my depression. When I do fall into a mood, I tend to do nothing. Then I know that something is wrong with me. But when my life is going well, I am busy, I am enjoying life, I am planning ahead, I am always thinking – not sitting. I can remember times in my life when I was in a state of depression and I did nothing for weeks. I don’t like that feeling. I hate it when I go there.

Things are super right now. I am very happy with everything. Ok, maybe a little more stressed than usual – I have undertaken a lot at work, but it’s good stress, not bad stress. There is a difference. It’s kind of what keeps me motivated throughout the day – the thought of completing something and jumping into the next thing. I kind of wish it was already tomorrow…

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Good morning!
I had a nice evening last night – what is a nice evening? No TV – and lots of quiet. Just my thing. I love the fall weather we’re having. I like that it gets darker during the evenings. I know some people don’t, but I’m a fall/winter girl. Sure I’m ready for spring when it comes, but I feel better during the cooler seasons.

I got my hair chopped off yesterday – about 2 inches. I love it. Change is always good. It kind of puts a spring in your step.

Enough for now – terribly busy….

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I left work early so I could get my hair cut and get my nails done. Then I had to come home and vacuum. I’ve been running around the house a little bit here and there doing stuff. Tonight I head back to campus for a lecture. Shouldn’t take too long.

I have been busy trying to figure stuff out on my blog – made some mistakes, but I’m fixing them – thank goodness!

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I am trying to figure out how to make this site cuter.  I have been working on it, but there are 2 things – 1) I have no time, and 2) I don’t really know how.  I bought some books this weekend in Topeka and have been furiously trying to devour them.  We’ll see what happens. I really need a wireless lap top so I can work anywhere.

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I had to steal this from Lisanne – thanks!

1] What are some Halloween costumes that you wore as a kid? [If you celebrate Halloween, that is.]
I went as a hobo a lot of times, one time a pirate – hardly ever girly things for some reason

2] Do you have a lot of trick or treaters where you live? What type of goodies will you be giving out?
Tons of trick or treaters! I’m not kidding, parents drop their kids off in our neighborhood – it drives me crazy! We’re giving out dum-dums, kisses and hugs, runts and nerds.

3] Have you decorated for autumn/Halloween at all?
Yes, I have some basic things I put around the house – not much though.

4] Are you making any Halloween/fall crafts? If so, what?
No, not this year, just normal crafting projects I’m in the middle of.

5] What are some of your favorite fall foods?
Soups, chilis, coffees, teas, ciders, stews, pretty much anything that comes from a crock-pot, mashed potatoes, cooked carrots, stuffing/dressing, pumpkin pie. Ok, gotta stop, my mouth is watering.

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I just completed my profile for my teaswap group. I can’t wait to read about everyone else. I ended my night last night with a giant mug of tea, classical music and my book. Do I sound like a snob? Actually, it’s probably more accurate to call me a big ole geek. I don’t mind that either.

This weekend we’re heading to Topeka. We are spending some time there, visiting friends, doing some shopping/exploring and seeing a play. I can’t wait to get away for awhile. I will miss the kitty though. Our neighbor will come feed her, so she’sin good hands.

Have a great weekend!

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Ok, another day ends and I’m relaxing with my tea.  Good night all!

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I am having difficulty publishing this at work – firewall?  I have no idea. I’m not about to go ask someone though. So, I guess I’ll just wrok on this at home, that’s probably best actually.

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Happy Birthday to my kitty! She is 16 today. She’s still my kitty though. I love her so much. We gave her some of her gifts last night – we couldn’t wait; then we gave the rest to her this morning so she can play all day. I will take pictures tonight when I feed her her special treat. We also will go to the cemetery to visit her sister who died three years ago from diabetes. I cried last night, I hate thinking that I once had two little fur balls to love and now I have one. But at least I have one. I will probably need tranquiliziers when JD leaves us. She truly is my baby. I know lots of people don’t understand, but here’s the thing, I don’t understand those people…..?

oh well…

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