Random thoughts run through my mind many times... And strangely enough, it's typically during one of three things:
...when I'm in the shower
...just before bed
...when I wake up
Sure enough, this morning, random thoughts started again. I'm lying in bed this morning thinking of names. No, not names of my friends or family, nor of names of past girlfriends. Names I'd want to use for my children - if I ever have any!
Is it crazy these things bounce around in my head?
Either way, I felt the need to get on here and log the names I came up with.
My little man is going by Jayden Alan. I'm sorry, but there will be very little negotiations with this.
And any little women I end up with, it's either going to be Lacy or Haley. I haven't conjured up any middle names for them. Haley Lynn sounds cute, but for some reason, it seems creepy to take that from my own sister. I'm sure more random names will bounce around upstairs.
In other news - I've decided upon sending out Christmas cards this year. It's the first time I've ever followed up on the idea. I almost did it a couple of years ago and really wanted to last year but didn't get around to it until the last minute - which would not have had the cards to their destinations until well after Christmas. It would have been pointless. Even this year, I probably waited until it was almost too late. I'm hoping they all get out by Christmas day, but holiday mail is always somewhat slower. So, they may not get to their recipients until Wednesday.
Whenever they do get to all my friends and family, if you happen to come back here - I just want to say thanks for everything and that I do love and miss you all, in some way shape or form.
Well, it's time to get my day started. I have the weekend off, so I have a jam-packed two days of nothing to do! I love this.
Maybe more strange thoughts will come in the shower. ;)
...when I'm in the shower
...just before bed
...when I wake up
Sure enough, this morning, random thoughts started again. I'm lying in bed this morning thinking of names. No, not names of my friends or family, nor of names of past girlfriends. Names I'd want to use for my children - if I ever have any!
Is it crazy these things bounce around in my head?
Either way, I felt the need to get on here and log the names I came up with.
My little man is going by Jayden Alan. I'm sorry, but there will be very little negotiations with this.
And any little women I end up with, it's either going to be Lacy or Haley. I haven't conjured up any middle names for them. Haley Lynn sounds cute, but for some reason, it seems creepy to take that from my own sister. I'm sure more random names will bounce around upstairs.
In other news - I've decided upon sending out Christmas cards this year. It's the first time I've ever followed up on the idea. I almost did it a couple of years ago and really wanted to last year but didn't get around to it until the last minute - which would not have had the cards to their destinations until well after Christmas. It would have been pointless. Even this year, I probably waited until it was almost too late. I'm hoping they all get out by Christmas day, but holiday mail is always somewhat slower. So, they may not get to their recipients until Wednesday.
Whenever they do get to all my friends and family, if you happen to come back here - I just want to say thanks for everything and that I do love and miss you all, in some way shape or form.
Well, it's time to get my day started. I have the weekend off, so I have a jam-packed two days of nothing to do! I love this.
Maybe more strange thoughts will come in the shower. ;)
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Hello folks,
I realize it's a bit belated, but Happy Thanksgiving! And I also realize it's been several weeks since I last wrote anything in here. Every time I come to make a post, I promise to stay in touch and to write much more frequently - when, in fact, I never do. So I won't make any such promises this time. I will try to make a concerted effort, though, I really will. Hah!
Anyhow, I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday this year. My mother and step-father flew up for the holiday Tuesday morning (the 20th) and were here through Saturday. While I had to work an evening shift Tuesday, I managed to get the rest of the week off. My evening shift this evening will be my first since last Tuesday - an entire 5 day stretch. While we didn't end up doing a whole lot, I think my mom and step-dad had a nice time. I certainly enjoyed having them here. Even though I don't have much room in my apartment, I always welcome company. Yes, it gets lonely here sometimes...
My mom made the typical Thanksgiving dinner. We had a 13 lb. turkey to bake, mashed 'taters, corn, turkey & noodles, stuffing and topped all of that off with two apple pies and dirt cake for dessert. Least to say, we ate really well!
They took me shopping for my Christmas while they were here, so in effect, I know all I'm getting from them this year. They brought with them a few items that were wrapped, so I'll have, at least a few surprises! Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it home for Christmas this year. I did get out the Christmas deco while they were here, to get more into the festive mood. I put up the tree (my lonely excuse for one - a 4 ft. fiber-optic tree!), put up the tinsel, and hung some decorations around the apartment. My mom bought a wreath hook for my door, so I also have a little something extra there this year...
As with any other time, though, it was hard to see them go Saturday. I get used to having someone around and when they're not here, especially over the first few days after, it reminds me of how lonely it really is here. I have to remind myself, though, that I do have friends up here... and I do have a job that I love.
Maybe sometime soon I'll have someone that can occupy my time. I made a new friend recently but it doesn't seem that the chemistry is there. It's nice to hang out and talk with EB, but I just don't see it moving anywhere beyond being good friends. I haven't really told her that yet, but I think I'll have to before long. It's been over a week since I last talked to her, so I really need to call her and see what's new. Over the next week or two, we'll have to go out more... So, if you're curious, yes, I'm still looking for Mrs. Right. Hah!
Again, Happy Thanksgiving to you all... and I hope you have a great Holiday Season!
I realize it's a bit belated, but Happy Thanksgiving! And I also realize it's been several weeks since I last wrote anything in here. Every time I come to make a post, I promise to stay in touch and to write much more frequently - when, in fact, I never do. So I won't make any such promises this time. I will try to make a concerted effort, though, I really will. Hah!
Anyhow, I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. I had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday this year. My mother and step-father flew up for the holiday Tuesday morning (the 20th) and were here through Saturday. While I had to work an evening shift Tuesday, I managed to get the rest of the week off. My evening shift this evening will be my first since last Tuesday - an entire 5 day stretch. While we didn't end up doing a whole lot, I think my mom and step-dad had a nice time. I certainly enjoyed having them here. Even though I don't have much room in my apartment, I always welcome company. Yes, it gets lonely here sometimes...
My mom made the typical Thanksgiving dinner. We had a 13 lb. turkey to bake, mashed 'taters, corn, turkey & noodles, stuffing and topped all of that off with two apple pies and dirt cake for dessert. Least to say, we ate really well!
They took me shopping for my Christmas while they were here, so in effect, I know all I'm getting from them this year. They brought with them a few items that were wrapped, so I'll have, at least a few surprises! Unfortunately, I won't be able to make it home for Christmas this year. I did get out the Christmas deco while they were here, to get more into the festive mood. I put up the tree (my lonely excuse for one - a 4 ft. fiber-optic tree!), put up the tinsel, and hung some decorations around the apartment. My mom bought a wreath hook for my door, so I also have a little something extra there this year...
As with any other time, though, it was hard to see them go Saturday. I get used to having someone around and when they're not here, especially over the first few days after, it reminds me of how lonely it really is here. I have to remind myself, though, that I do have friends up here... and I do have a job that I love.
Maybe sometime soon I'll have someone that can occupy my time. I made a new friend recently but it doesn't seem that the chemistry is there. It's nice to hang out and talk with EB, but I just don't see it moving anywhere beyond being good friends. I haven't really told her that yet, but I think I'll have to before long. It's been over a week since I last talked to her, so I really need to call her and see what's new. Over the next week or two, we'll have to go out more... So, if you're curious, yes, I'm still looking for Mrs. Right. Hah!
Again, Happy Thanksgiving to you all... and I hope you have a great Holiday Season!
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- Signed: Matthew Hartman
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So, what's up folks?
There's been a little excitement up here the last few nights, so I figured I'd let you all know what's been going on... Friday night, I finally met Amanda... She's a woman that I had met online a couple weeks ago. We've been swapping eMails back and forth and had talked a few times over the phone, so finally decided to meet each other for dinner Friday. She seems real nice and we seem to have some things in common, but there are some minor things I'm concerned with. I'm a little reluctant to start things up with her, since I found out she has a couple of kids. I've known about it for a while, but thought, I'd at least, give her a chance. She has two daughters - one is 7-yrs old and the other turns 1-yr old this week; and found out they're from two different men. I suppose it shouldn't bother me as much, but it makes me think twice on how far I want to pursue any type of relationship. I'll warn you ahead of time that this may sound a little shallow, but, in addition, she isn't exactly Maria Sharapova. And even though, I'm not exactly looking for a trophy, I do want a woman that takes good care of herself.
We ended up going to see a movie after having dinner at Paradiso. We ended up seeing "Munich" and I'm glad we chose it. It's probably one of the most intense movies I've seen in the theatre in quite a while; and probably the most interesting movie I've EVER seen. I'd strongly recommend seeing it, especially if you're into historically-based movies. It's a long movie (2.5 hrs) but well worth your time.
Saturday night, we had our Christmas party for work at the Osborne home. Yes, I said "Christmas" party. December was a fairly busy time for most folks at work, so Cathy decided to push it back into January this year. It was a good time... Lots of co-workers showed up, so I had a chance to see everyone outside of work and just converse, hang out, and eat (and drink!). Cathy and Leon treated us with all sorts of snacks, beer and wine! They even had some Pinot! So, I, of course, had a couple glasses of that. I couldn't drink a whole lot since I had to be at work at midnight.
Now, I'm just sitting here waiting to go home. Practically all areas have been looked at, and most forecasts are out through 00z or later, so I don't have much else to do right now, other than to sit here watching the clock. That's when time goes the slowest!
I'm anxious to get home, sleep, then get up to watch the Colts. They play the Steelers today at noon for the AFC semi-finals. I sure hope they win, cause I want them to go all the way this year. For as well as they have played this year, they deserve it. I was so relieved last night that the Bronco's beat the Patriots. As you all know, I'm no fan of the Pat's at all, so to see them fall to Denver was a sweet surprise. It makes it slightly easier for the Colts, as well, to become the AFC Champions and move on to Super Bowl XL.
We'll see how things go today... Go Colts!
There's been a little excitement up here the last few nights, so I figured I'd let you all know what's been going on... Friday night, I finally met Amanda... She's a woman that I had met online a couple weeks ago. We've been swapping eMails back and forth and had talked a few times over the phone, so finally decided to meet each other for dinner Friday. She seems real nice and we seem to have some things in common, but there are some minor things I'm concerned with. I'm a little reluctant to start things up with her, since I found out she has a couple of kids. I've known about it for a while, but thought, I'd at least, give her a chance. She has two daughters - one is 7-yrs old and the other turns 1-yr old this week; and found out they're from two different men. I suppose it shouldn't bother me as much, but it makes me think twice on how far I want to pursue any type of relationship. I'll warn you ahead of time that this may sound a little shallow, but, in addition, she isn't exactly Maria Sharapova. And even though, I'm not exactly looking for a trophy, I do want a woman that takes good care of herself.
We ended up going to see a movie after having dinner at Paradiso. We ended up seeing "Munich" and I'm glad we chose it. It's probably one of the most intense movies I've seen in the theatre in quite a while; and probably the most interesting movie I've EVER seen. I'd strongly recommend seeing it, especially if you're into historically-based movies. It's a long movie (2.5 hrs) but well worth your time.
Saturday night, we had our Christmas party for work at the Osborne home. Yes, I said "Christmas" party. December was a fairly busy time for most folks at work, so Cathy decided to push it back into January this year. It was a good time... Lots of co-workers showed up, so I had a chance to see everyone outside of work and just converse, hang out, and eat (and drink!). Cathy and Leon treated us with all sorts of snacks, beer and wine! They even had some Pinot! So, I, of course, had a couple glasses of that. I couldn't drink a whole lot since I had to be at work at midnight.
Now, I'm just sitting here waiting to go home. Practically all areas have been looked at, and most forecasts are out through 00z or later, so I don't have much else to do right now, other than to sit here watching the clock. That's when time goes the slowest!
I'm anxious to get home, sleep, then get up to watch the Colts. They play the Steelers today at noon for the AFC semi-finals. I sure hope they win, cause I want them to go all the way this year. For as well as they have played this year, they deserve it. I was so relieved last night that the Bronco's beat the Patriots. As you all know, I'm no fan of the Pat's at all, so to see them fall to Denver was a sweet surprise. It makes it slightly easier for the Colts, as well, to become the AFC Champions and move on to Super Bowl XL.
We'll see how things go today... Go Colts!
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Okay, so this is a tad late, but I wanted to write to everyone to wish you all a Merry Christmas. I hope everyone had a good one this year.
How did I spend my Christmas? At work...! Yes, that's right, I worked today from 3:00 to 11:00pm. I woke up at 7:00 this morning with a horrible headache - then couldn't get back to sleep. So, I took a couple Tylenol and took a hot shower. That helped quite a bit...
Amy and Chris (my sister and brother-in-law) will by flying in on Tuesday morning, so I've been cleaning up the apartment the past couple days. I finished up a couple other things today. I wanted to clean out the 'fridge and freezer, so I got that finished up, then worked on finishing up laundry. I still have one more load to do, then want to clean up my bedding. I'll have to give up my bed for a week, to give them something to sleep on. I'm not going to make them sleep on the bed that folds from my couch. That thing is just too damn uncomfortable. I don't even like to sleep on that! ;)
I work today from 10:00am to 6:00pm, so I'll have a few more things to finish up when I get home from work. I still need to make my way to the store to pick up a few things, then need to do some other minor things... You know, dust, vacuum, and clean the bathroom, the basics...!
Anyhow, I suppose I should be getting to bed here, since I have to be up in the morning for work.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
How did I spend my Christmas? At work...! Yes, that's right, I worked today from 3:00 to 11:00pm. I woke up at 7:00 this morning with a horrible headache - then couldn't get back to sleep. So, I took a couple Tylenol and took a hot shower. That helped quite a bit...
Amy and Chris (my sister and brother-in-law) will by flying in on Tuesday morning, so I've been cleaning up the apartment the past couple days. I finished up a couple other things today. I wanted to clean out the 'fridge and freezer, so I got that finished up, then worked on finishing up laundry. I still have one more load to do, then want to clean up my bedding. I'll have to give up my bed for a week, to give them something to sleep on. I'm not going to make them sleep on the bed that folds from my couch. That thing is just too damn uncomfortable. I don't even like to sleep on that! ;)
I work today from 10:00am to 6:00pm, so I'll have a few more things to finish up when I get home from work. I still need to make my way to the store to pick up a few things, then need to do some other minor things... You know, dust, vacuum, and clean the bathroom, the basics...!
Anyhow, I suppose I should be getting to bed here, since I have to be up in the morning for work.
Merry Christmas, everyone!
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So, today I get woken up by a knock on my door. Who the hell is knocking on my door at 3:30pm? First, I don't have anyone in my apartment complex that I say are real "friends" but maybe one guy... and it's highly unlike him to just come knocking on my door - especially at that hour. He works during the day, so I rarely see the guy; especially when I'm working these 8:00pm to 4:00am shifts!
Anyhow, pleasant surprise: it was the UPS with a package! Sweeeet! My dad and step-mother had sent me a care-package... I feel like I'm in college again, folks. It was a "sweet" thought though and I appreciate it. The only mail I'm used to receiving is primarily made up of student loan and/or utility bills. So, I open it up only to be treated with all types of goodies. Popcorn, Fiddle-Faddles, hot chocolate... mmm! Somehow, I have a feeling this stuff isn't going to last long.
I have one more of these 8pm-4am shifts tonight, then have the next two days off. It'll be nice, cause there are some things I need to get done around the apartment. Dishes are piling up again. I swear, all it takes is 4 or 5 days... And I can't stand dishes that just sit there! I need to do some laundry and the bathroom needs cleaned. So, I'll probably be hibernating the next couple of days in the apartment, cleaning and doing some chores - whilst saving money and not going out.
I need to save money for Christmas. Unfortunately, I won't be making it home for the holidays this year, but I still want to find something I can send to the family and possibly to some friends for Christmas. My sister and brother-in-law will be coming up December 27th through January 3rd to visit. So, I'm really looking forward to that! I don't get visitors very often, so I'll enjoy that...
Anyhow, I'm getting the munchies and I need to shower and gloss up for work yet! Take care and keep warm... Looks like the eastern half of the country is gonna get their first real arctic blast over the next 2-3 days! It's about time someone else suffers! ;)
Anyhow, pleasant surprise: it was the UPS with a package! Sweeeet! My dad and step-mother had sent me a care-package... I feel like I'm in college again, folks. It was a "sweet" thought though and I appreciate it. The only mail I'm used to receiving is primarily made up of student loan and/or utility bills. So, I open it up only to be treated with all types of goodies. Popcorn, Fiddle-Faddles, hot chocolate... mmm! Somehow, I have a feeling this stuff isn't going to last long.
I have one more of these 8pm-4am shifts tonight, then have the next two days off. It'll be nice, cause there are some things I need to get done around the apartment. Dishes are piling up again. I swear, all it takes is 4 or 5 days... And I can't stand dishes that just sit there! I need to do some laundry and the bathroom needs cleaned. So, I'll probably be hibernating the next couple of days in the apartment, cleaning and doing some chores - whilst saving money and not going out.
I need to save money for Christmas. Unfortunately, I won't be making it home for the holidays this year, but I still want to find something I can send to the family and possibly to some friends for Christmas. My sister and brother-in-law will be coming up December 27th through January 3rd to visit. So, I'm really looking forward to that! I don't get visitors very often, so I'll enjoy that...
Anyhow, I'm getting the munchies and I need to shower and gloss up for work yet! Take care and keep warm... Looks like the eastern half of the country is gonna get their first real arctic blast over the next 2-3 days! It's about time someone else suffers! ;)
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