My blooming business blog

To sue...

2011-10-07T08:19:00.002-04:00

These are the days of litigation. If something goes wrong whether intentional or not...people get sued.

However, after reading about the Crestor lawsuit I can see why people are mad and want to get their "fair due".

AstraZeneca produced a drug used for heart disease and high cholesterol and many many people came down with kidney failure! You look at the stocks of these companies and they're making millions and billions on the consumer. They do whatever they can to push through their medications and then when things go wrong they don't want to take responsibility.

Over the past few days I have received two different notices in the mail for class action lawsuits that I could be involved in. I don't even remember purchasing these toys and I figure since no harm was done to me or my family ... that I'm not going to sign up.

However, if we were ever injured or hurt... All bets are off.

Retired!

2011-10-07T08:18:00.000-04:00

So Wednesday was my last working day! I finished up all of my computer work yesterday and I'm happy to say that over the next two years I'm going to stay home with kids! It's been good to work. I was able to actually find a job that I liked and appreciated.

However, with three kids at home..I can just imagine that it's going to be a much harder job than any corporate job I can hold!

Just this morning...

2011-06-11T16:40:00.002-04:00

I was watching television and a commercial came on for Topamax lawsuit. Supposedly, this medication was prescribed to many children and adults and the effects were unknown early. After years of useage they discovered that it had bad side effects that caused many people to become very sick.

One of my friends went to: O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949

They had great results and really liked the personal care that they received with their case. They were dealing with personal injury from a car accident and were very happy with the results.

After dealing with the insurance companies for months they were getting absolutely nowhever. When they called the office my friend was happy that they took over EVERYTHING. They didn't have to worry about the stack of bills or contact with the insurance and their threatening attorneys.

Kitchen down.

2011-06-11T16:36:00.002-04:00

So our kitchen is in parts now. It's really a mess. WE've been trying to find friends who will cook for us! Eating out can really cost a lot and we're trying to put all of the money into the kitchen instead of giving it away to the local restaurants.

Tonight we're doing leftovers and tomorrow night we're going over to L&Ls for dinner. Monday we have plans at J&T's.

Anyone else want to have us over for dinner?

Not much longer...

2011-06-11T16:35:00.002-04:00

I'm planning on quitting my job. Soon. I don't know if I'm going to make it through the summer to be honest. Work has been kicking my ass and I'm trying to keep up but with the heat outside - I also don't want to over do it.

The good thing is that we found a new place for Emmy to go to daycare. It's actually a little preschool that's 5 days a week for a few hours. It should be perfect when the new baby gets here.

Always thinking....

2011-05-15T09:57:00.003-04:00

MONEY.

Now that we have another baby on the way I have really been thinking of ways to bring in more money! Right now work is slow and I am going to have quite a bit of downtime this week.

I came across some information on Springfield beauty school and it has really peaked my interest!

Good hairstylists in this town have a strong following and make tons of money! Our hairstylist has almost doubled her fees in the past five years and everytime we go we secretly complain about her prices --- but we love her so much and she does such a great job we don't want to go anywhere else!

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Beep beep.

2011-03-14T19:54:00.001-04:00

When we were younger we had motorcycles. We used to drive them everywhere. You wouldn't believe the idiots who drive cars that make driving a motorcycle dangerous! I've had cars come right next to me on a steep intersection and try to turn in front of me.

I have tons of friends from high school and college that live in Austin. If I were still living in Texas more than likely I would live there too. The last time I was in Texas I couldn’t help but see that there is no helmet law!

I think it’s insane but in the same sense I figure - survivial of the fittest?

Since everything in Texas is bigger there’s no shock that it can take you 30+ miles to go to work one way. Maybe people decide to go with a motorcycle due to the great weather and effeciency and affordability.

I’ve heard that finding a good motorcycle accident attorney Austin can be hard to find and my friend mentioned going through - O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath – Personal Injury Lawyers – 808 West Avenue, Austin, TX. 78701 – 512-494-9949.

The next step....

2011-03-14T19:53:00.002-04:00

So can I just say that I have no idea what to do about this job. My boss is a super nice guy. I like the work. BUT...the pay isn't great. I get to make my own schedule so that's nice. The reality is that this summer for daycare I will make just enough to cover costs.

My work.

2011-03-14T19:52:00.002-04:00

Can I just say that I really like my boss?

He's such a normal guy. I asked for the week off the kids are on spring break AND an additional week off and he was totally cool with it.

I must say it's so nice to work with friendly people.

Go get'em.

2011-02-03T13:57:00.002-05:00

When I was working in healthcare the newest trend in lawsuits was to sue the nursing home/assisted living place. To be honest, at many places, there is a lot of death, abuse, and neglect of residents/patients.

Texas wrongful death attorney can really help with your lawsuit. When I lived in Texas there were constantly commercials advertising lawyers and it could be overwhelming which one was the best fit!

The most important part of picking out an attorney is to get one that specializes in your situation. Find out his/her stats. Do your homework. Because in the end it could result in a big payout!

I was shocked to find out that a girl I went to H.S. with is praciting litigation at a firm in Austin. Her brother, who is equally saavy, is practicing as the US Assistant Attorney in Florida.

Filly.

2011-02-03T13:56:00.001-05:00

We're going to Philly in a few weeks. We have some cabinets picked out and there are three different cabinet maker warehouses that we want to check out. We found the places online and the cabinets look great but you really can't tell until you feel the cabinets and open and close the doors.

I'm just waiting for a good hotel deal to pop up so that I can get us a nice hotel in the city.

Business is BOOMING.

2011-02-03T13:55:00.000-05:00

I'm so tired. This week I've been out with the kids way too much. Snow days and parent teacher conference days have been a total killer to my schedule.

With that said...I have TONS for work and not much time to do it. I'm finishing up some commercial stuff and I'm hoping to have that done by the middle of next week. PLUS, I'm adding a day of Emmy's daycare. So that will help.

I'm so ready to get away....

All I want for Christmas is...

2010-12-06T13:28:00.002-05:00

Money!!

One thing that never loses it’s value is a gold! Even when our stocks are floundering you can always look to silver, gold, and precious metals to maintain their value.

I think I might want to buy gold coins before year ends because I'm hoping that stocks will go up with the Christmas holliday projections.

US Gold Bureau offers gold and other precious metals for delivery or they will make arrangements to have your metals stored privately and securely at a bank or depository.

I didn’t realize this but US Gold Bureau is an industry leader. They sell silver in two forms: coin or ingot. We all know what the coins look like, but the ignots are pure bullion cast in a convenient size and shape. I can only imagine they look like the blocks that are in most cartoons!

The world demand now exceeds the supply demand for gold - which makes it a pretty smart investment.

Our friends...

2010-12-06T13:26:00.001-05:00

I'm not sure I talk about our friends a whole lot because most of them are pretty private people and typically I can't bring up their names. So a post with a lot of L's and J's and A's don't make a damn bit of sense to people and typically confuses me too!

But I just have to say that I am so fortunate for our close friends. Sometimes I feel like I don't have a family because my grandma lives so far away and we are somewhat distant. My cousin lives far away and she's busy raising her kids too.

SO it's nice to be able to get together and have time with good friends. I know they love us and our kids and it really means the world to me.

The day of the sickie.

2010-12-06T13:24:00.002-05:00

Last night I knew I was coming down with something. My throat hurt and I was asleep on the couch by 9:30pm. This morning I woke up and felt like a truck ran me over. My head was ringing and my throat felt super scratchy. Not to mention my body aches.

Thank god I have a somewhat flexible job that I was able to reschedule my appointment and actually rest on the couch with a cup of hot tea.

G-O-L-D!

2010-11-22T21:16:00.002-05:00

I love the yellow stuff!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold coins. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

I even thought about getting the girls some American Gold Eagle Coins. Not only are they beautiful but it's quite the investment for your kids.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

United States Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

We're off!

2010-11-22T21:14:00.000-05:00

We're trying to finish up work so that we can head to North Carolina tomorrow. We are going to go to Graem's feast at school and then we're going to hit the road. It's suppose to be 10 hours and unfortunately we're probably going to hit Washington DC right around rush hour. Eek.

I hope that Emmy is able to take her nap on the way and that we don't have to listen to kid radio for too much of the ride!

Work? Where are you?

2010-11-22T21:13:00.003-05:00

This week has been way too slow. In fact, it's been so slow that I can't even pay for daycare with my earnings.

Sucks. I know I asked for fewer cases due to the holidays but five hours is ridiculous!

Good old gold.

2010-11-19T21:20:00.001-05:00

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

United States Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Guess who's here?

2010-11-19T21:18:00.000-05:00

THE PLUMBER. That's right. They were suppose to be here at 4:00pm and it's now 9:18pm. They've been out at the van for about 10 minutes now. God they're slow. They've got to pick up the pace if they're going to charge by the hour!!

R&R.

2010-11-19T21:16:00.002-05:00

Thank GOD work has been manageable lately. I had a sick kid Wednesday. Graem and I stayed in bed, watched a little bit of television and read books. It was actually nice just hanging out and doing nothing with the girl.

Plus, we really needed to rest and get better because we have a big trip coming up and everyone needs to be better.

I need more

2010-11-07T14:35:00.000-05:00

Money!!

One thing that never loses it’s value is a gold coin ! Even when our stocks are floundering you can always look to silver, gold, and precious metals to maintain their value.

US Gold Bureau offers gold and other precious metals for delivery or they will make arrangements to have your metals stored privately and securely at a bank or depository.

I didn’t realize this but US Gold Bureau is an industry leader. They sell silver in two forms: coin or ingot. We all know what the coins look like, but the ignots are pure bullion cast in a convenient size and shape. I can only imagine they look like the blocks that are in most cartoons!

The world demand now exceeds the supply demand for gold - which makes it a pretty smart investment.

Tomorrow...

2010-11-07T14:33:00.001-05:00

I have a local and then I'm off to Watkins. So.not.fun.

At least it's a relatively short day and I can pick Grammy up and head to Panera to do my computer work.

Mmm...Panera.

Today feels like a wasted day. Didn't get anything done.

Way too much work.

2010-11-07T14:32:00.001-05:00

This week I put in almost 40 hours. I'm friggin tired. That's on 2 days of daycare and endless nights on the computer and I worked the weekend. I'm trying to pack in time this week because last week I had to take off a day for no school and kids. This coming up week same thing.

Then of course I'm trying to take off time for the Thanksgiving holidays so trying to pack in all of my work into just a few days.

The word of the day is...

2010-10-26T21:00:00.000-04:00

GOLD.

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold coins. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Everynight...

2010-10-26T20:59:00.002-04:00

seems to be a work night. Right now Margot's on the floor doing work and I'm working on the computer doing blogging. Typically, I have reports that I'm doing for work and I try to do most of it in the evening because I really can't count on Emmy taking her nap and me having that time to do my daily reports.

I need more time.

OR

An assistant.

Work, work, and more work.

2010-10-26T20:58:00.000-04:00

Tomorrow's quite the day. Cardiologist, work, school meeting, work, Emmy's meeting, pick kids up, work.

UGH.

I need another vacation.

Maybe there's another route in my life...

2010-10-19T20:33:00.000-04:00

instead of pursuing real estate I should head to cosmetology school in Phoenix!

My grandmother and great aunts and uncles live in Phoenix and I can honestly say there's not too much going on. So that's why I am thinking about going for a visit and checking out the new Beauty school at Regency Beauty! Regency Beauty specializes in top-notch cosmetology teaching and has catered to some of the most famous in the business.

I am not so sure that I am fit for doing beauty and maybe I should just plan on staying in Ithaca and doing the real estate gig after all.

Then again...a good manicure and pedicures sounds good about now!

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The school tour.

2010-10-19T20:31:00.002-04:00

Next week we are going to visit Graem and Emmy's elementary school. I called today and spoke with the administrative assitant. She was really nice and we are going to meet with the principal and also visit the pre-k room and 1st grade room.

It should be interesting and I hope that the tour goes good because I would love for the kids to be able to go to the local school where I can walk them there and pick them up after school is over.

No more bus.

2010-10-19T20:30:00.002-04:00

It's official. We've stopped using the bus for Graem. She was on the bus for more than an hour each way. That's two hours on the bus a day for a five year old little girl.

Way too much.

So now it means that I lose an hour of work a day because I have to pick up Graem. Most days it's fine. However, when work picks up it gets a little bit harder.

More gold, please!

2010-10-19T20:28:00.000-04:00

That's why I think it's time to buy gold bullion!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The United States Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

SO TIRED.

2010-10-19T20:25:00.002-04:00

It's 8:25pm and I can barely keep my eyes open. I'm exhausted. Between Margot's snoring at night, my arm hurting, and being on my period and having to pee every 4 hours I have been getting absolutely HORRIBLE sleep.

Maybe I should just call it a night and go to the bathroom and get my Nyquil shots! Really, it's a last course of action but it sure does help me catch up on alssp and the next day I wake up feeling so great and rested!

WORK.

2010-10-19T20:23:00.002-04:00

Too much. Too little.

I swear this week I haven't had much work at all. I know business is really slow and to some extent I don't mind. I think Graem might be coming down with a cold so it's really not so bad that I might not have work Friday.

Tomorrow I have to help a friend out and then I have two jobs. Then it starts all over again and I have late night reports.

Then nothing.

Until next week.

Unfair.

2010-10-12T20:57:00.001-04:00

The other day I was at a friend’s house and he told me about how they had used a certain radiant floor heating and it caused damage to the house and the whole renovation that they did had to be ripped up and redone.

Fortunate for him he was able to join a class action lawsuit and get money for damages.

I think many times things happen that are unfortunate and people ignore or don’t hold companies responsible for their actions and incompetence. I read up on the Accutane Lawsuit and there are so many individuals who have been directly influenced by this medication.

In fact, when I was in high school I had a dear friend who was on this medication and within just a few months (over the summer) I got a call that he was in the hospital with liver cancer.

He was 16 and died.

It was life changing and I’ll never forget seeing him in the hospital hooked up to tubes and dark orange in color.

I certainly hope that others have learned from this situation and that the pharmaceutical companies have been held responsible.

Work.

2010-10-12T20:54:00.001-04:00

Bastards.

Second post that blogger ate. Completely.

Just writing about my work and how I'll work from 9 to 2 and then go to Panera and do my reports.

Obsessed.

2010-10-12T20:53:00.002-04:00

I can't stop watching the CHilean miner's rescue on television.

I started watching it at the mall when we were eating Thai food and now I can't step away from the television because I'm scared I'm going to miss something.

This happened last time when the hurricanes hit. Eek.

We need more money.

2010-09-26T21:03:00.000-04:00

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold coins . The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Did I mention?

2010-09-26T21:01:00.006-04:00

THAT we're going on vacation this week? So.damn.excited.

It seems like forever since we've been out of town and we love traveling so much. Margot has tons of time collected at work and so we are thinking about ways to travel that are kid and mama friendly.

Any suggestions?

SO TIRED.

2010-09-26T21:01:00.001-04:00

I'm friggin' exhausted. I feel like all I've done this week is work. I really need to figure out how to have my big day in the middle of the week so that I can enjoy my full weekend instead of having to spend half of Saturday doing reports.

More money, please?

2010-09-26T20:48:00.002-04:00

That's why I think it's time to buy gold coins!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Workin to hard.

2010-09-26T20:46:00.001-04:00

Seriously...I worked almost 30 hours last week and that's with only 3 days of daycare. I totally busted my balls this week and I'm friggin exhausted. Sure enough, I might have a pretty good week ahead because my boss is not overloading me with work.

Don't get me wrong...I love the work...and even more importantly...I love the money!

It's all about the gold!

2010-09-21T13:32:00.000-04:00

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion . The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

United States Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

My job...

2010-09-21T13:30:00.001-04:00

at one point I was pretty serious about doing real estate. Then of course, the market took a huge dump in it's pants. Houses around us aren't selling at all and the last thing I wanted to do was to jump into what seems like a sinking ship!

That's why I'm glad that I got a really great job doing surveys. I have a pretty flexible schedule and overall I make good money.

It's a win-win, really. I get to look at great houses (and dumps!) and I get to see what's out there and the asking price.

Work, work and more work.

2010-09-21T13:29:00.000-04:00

I've been nailed with cases lately! This Friday I'm going out to Schuyler county and have a full day full of surveys. Not to mention, that evening I'll have to come back and enter all of the information into the computer.

The good thing is it's going to be some nice spending money for when we leave on vacation.

Show me the gold!

2010-08-29T17:21:00.001-04:00

One thing that never loses it’s value is gold coins ! Even when our stocks are floundering you can always look to silver, gold, and precious metals to maintain their value.

US Gold Bureau offers gold and other precious metals for delivery or they will make arrangements to have your metals stored privately and securely at a bank or depository.

I didn’t realize this but US Gold Bureau is an industry leader. They sell silver in two forms: coin or ingot. We all know what the coins look like, but the ignots are pure bullion cast in a convenient size and shape. I can only imagine they look like the blocks that are in most cartoons!

The world demand now exceeds the supply demand for gold - which makes it a pretty smart investment.

TGI 7:30pm bedtime tonight!

2010-08-29T17:19:00.001-04:00

We're going back to having an early bedtime tonight since school is just a few short days away and we really have to try and get the kids back on schedule.

Of course, it doesn't help much that Emmy's sleeping now and we're going to expect her to wake up for two hours and go back to bed...

Of course, a 7:30 bedtime means that Margot and I can finish up our house chores and do laundry, bathroom, and maybe even finish putting the panels up in the basement!

The achey ear.

2010-08-29T17:18:00.002-04:00

I can't hear a thing out of my left ear and I'm getting to the point of being concerned. It's been over a week now and I've been on some heavy duty antibiotics and ear drops. It seems like the earache is better but the ear drum still feels enlarged.

Wednesday I have an appointment with a specialist... I really hope I'm not going deaf in my left ear.

We need more gold, please!

2010-08-29T17:14:00.000-04:00

That's why I think it's time to buy gold bullion!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

It's that time of year again....

2010-08-29T17:12:00.002-04:00

Today we went to Graem's open house at school. It was a lot of fun. I can remember when we went two years ago and it was a nightmare. Not only did she not want to go inside the building but she threw a kicking and hitting fit when she got in...

Thank god times have changed!

The job.

2010-08-29T17:11:00.000-04:00

So I started a new job. I must say that there are days when I wonder what the hell I'm doing but most days I really like the job.

I go around to houses and do inspections for the home insurance companies. I get paid by the job and typically I make enough money to pay for daycare and a little bit extra.

The great thing about the job is that it's flexible. I can schedule appointments whenever and can even squeeze in some hours in the weekend.

Where to go?

2010-06-11T10:03:00.002-04:00

So I am sure that you just read my last post about what job I want to pursue. But before I had that problem I had no idea what college I wanted to go to! When I was in Texas I had so many choices.

Had I been a senior in high school that actually was thinking about my future I might have actually done my homework and researched universities!

I might have also wanted to research college degrees before going to a big state university and majoring in Philosophy!

CollegeDegreesToday.com offers a great website that can really guide you to the perfect match between the field you want to go into and the university or college.

In fact, had this website been around when I was in school I might have chosen to go to a different school and would not have wasted all of that money in a school that did not even offer the major that I wanted!

Stuck.

2010-06-11T09:59:00.002-04:00

So I totally don't know what I want to do when I get older! I don't know if I want to pursue the real estate gig or actually get a real job!

I have to figure this out pretty fast because I really need to get the 75 hour real estate course under my belt and margot is going to take off a week of work so that I can do it.

More money, please.

2010-05-22T09:24:00.000-04:00

That's why I think it's time to buy gold bullion!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Back and forth...

2010-05-22T09:23:00.001-04:00

So I must admit that I'm getting some cold feet when it comes to being a real estate agent. I don't know if it's the fear of being a failure or just not being ready to take the plunge.

It hit me the other night when I was sitting and enjoying a Friday night dinner with friends. More than likely as an agent I wouldn't have that time free and more than likely I'd be showing people houses...

Maybe I won't do real estate school...

2010-04-17T15:45:00.002-04:00

instead I should head to Cosmetology school in Louisiana!

My grandmother and great aunts and uncles live in Louisiana and I can honestly say there's not too much going on. So that's why I am thinking about going for a visit and checking out the new Beauty school at Regency Beauty! Regency Beauty specializes in top-notch cosmetology teaching and has catered to some of the most famous in the business.

I am not so sure that I am fit for doing beauty and maybe I should just plan on staying in Ithaca and doing the real estate gig after all.

Then again...a good manicure and pedicures sounds good about now!

So much for a relaxing weekend...

2010-04-17T15:44:00.002-04:00

We have our open house tomorrow and we're both exhausted! we had the electrician out today and I must say that things are LOOKING GOOD! I'll post pictures later.

Of course, we still have doors, finish up home theatre, put up pictures, and clean the house to do. Frick...that's a lot.

I'm so damn tired and there's so much to do.

I need more money!

2010-04-04T11:02:00.000-04:00

That's why I think it's time to buy gold bullion!

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Weekend!

2010-04-04T11:00:00.001-04:00

It's been a very long weekend! We've done a lot and I've been trying to do a little bit to the house each day.

Yesterday I put up two exterior lights and tonight I plan on doing the last coat on the door and touching up. Then I'll put the door handle on and we'll have a nice COMPLETE door closet!

The interview!

2010-04-04T10:57:00.003-04:00

I had my interview last week for the real estate position and it went perfect! Within minutes I knew I was in the right place.

I was able to get information about how to take the classes and it looks like I'm going to get started in the fall when Emmy starts up montessori school.

I'm excited about starting a new career and a little scared!

Eyeglasses for less!

2010-03-24T20:31:00.002-04:00

Every few years I get the urge to get new eyeglasses!

A year ago I got the ugliest glasses known to man and I think I have worn them three times. My insurance only covered certain frames and I was being a cheapie.

The good news is that there's now an online optical that offers high quality, fashionable, eyewear without costing an arm and a leg - Zenni Optical!

In fact, The Examiner gave Zenni Optical a two thumbs up.

With Margot doing all of this work on the house it'd be nice to get her a new pair glasses so that she can use her old ones on house stuff.

God knows when you rely on a single pair of glasses you are really up a creek when they get broken!

Just a few more days....

2010-03-24T20:30:00.001-04:00

Til I go on my interview!

I am meeting with the business manager at the local real estate firm. I want to talk to her about becoming an agent. I know I have to take some classes and an exam then I think I will need to find someone to mentor me and show me the ropes.

I'd love to be up and running by December but that might be wishful thinking. Then there's all of the fees that I'm going to have to pay.

I see snow ! It's time to go!

2010-03-01T13:45:00.002-05:00

The weather forecast reads snow showers through Thursday of this week. Not once does the temperature go above thirty-two degrees and I have not seen the sun in over a month.

Depressing?

Yes.

That's why we always try to go on a SUNNY family vacation!

This past year we went to see Alex and Dominic in California. We were able to get some beach time. However, it wasn't a "beach vacation".

I've been keeping my eyes glued to the website KarismaHotels.com. The pictures make my mouth water and for an instant I can picture myself on one of their beautiful beaches sipping my Pina Colada and swimming in their elegant pools.

They have first class gourmet dining and all-inclusive packages that can fit any budget too!

Say no more.

Take me away!

Alone. Home.

2010-03-01T13:44:00.003-05:00

It's so quiet right now!

Emmy's sleeping after having two therapy appointments today. She's been getting so tired and typically she crashes the second the therapists walk out the door.

Lucky for me though...she's been sleeping a good two to three hours A DAY!

That gives me just enough time to update the blogs and she always wakes up right before it is time to pick up her big sister from school.

Nuttin.

2010-03-01T13:42:00.000-05:00

I've been looking for the perfect part-time job and I'm sad to report ... there's absolutely nothing out there!

I have an interview after we close on our house with the local real estate company. I'm thinking about taking the real estate class and getting my license.

With my experience in sales and my knowledge of housing and Ithaca --- I think I could do a pretty good job.

Not to mention, I have the "IN" with the school moms!

Not so booming.

2010-02-18T14:10:00.003-05:00

Well, since the economy took a dump I must say that job prospects are at their worst. I keep looking for the perfect job and have yet to really pinpoint anything.

Having the kids home this week has been miserable and so I'm thinking more and more about going back full-time. I'd have to find daycare for Emmy full-time then I'd have to work on getting Graem into some summer camps.

The coordination of all of this seems nearly impossible. Not to mention, I have to figure out - at the end of the day - with camps, daycare, transporation, fancy clothes - how much I'm actually going to take home!

God knows we can't operate at a loss!!!

FYI

2010-02-18T13:08:00.001-05:00

a sprocket found in the backseat

Show me the money, baby!

2010-02-16T20:45:00.001-05:00

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to buy gold bullion. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

The US Gold Bureau is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times!

Update on the job search.

2010-02-16T20:43:00.001-05:00

I submitted a resume a few weeks ago for a part-time administrative assistant job but I have yet to hear back. The job sounded ideal.

Work from a home office, part-time, benefits, and flexible hours. Plus, it was affiliated with Cornell.

I'm pretty sure they had tons of over-qualified applicants - but I was expecting to hear something.

Ugh....got to love living in Ithaca and a small college town.

Long time, no post!

2010-02-16T20:42:00.002-05:00

SORRY!

I've been getting my ass kicked with sick kids and partner! Then there's myself.

I was down and out because I had to have my gallbladder out. I got a pretty bad staph infection that I think I got at our local shitty hospital. Ugh.

Now I'm on the mend and I think that the kids are starting to feel better too.

I promise to blog more!

Lookin...

2009-06-26T20:46:00.003-04:00

so I've started looking at options and returning to work.

It's been a good run!

I've been unemployed for over four years now. EEK!

We toured a daycare a few months ago and it was alright. Like I'm sure it's a good place. I just wasn't ready. I'm still not ready.

However, I figure in another 6 months to a year I'll want to start back up. Plus, I know that at that point Emmy will really benefit from a consistent schedule and being around kids her own age.

Anyone wanna hire me?

Trying something new!

2009-04-26T18:03:00.000-04:00

After the market crashed a few months ago we have been looking for something new to invest our wealth into. We've looked at international markets and they're really unstable.

At this point I'm ready to invest some of my funds into silver. The one thing about gold, silver, and other precious metals is that year after year they offer a consistent investment.

Not to mention, their demand always higher than the supply. Obviously, by using basic laws of economics you can see that this might be a good idea for the future!

Monex is an industry leader with gold, silver, and precious metals. You can buy the metals in many different types of ways and even store them through the provider.

This is a noteworthy investment and a great way to diversify your portfolio. Especially during these unstable market times.

Got childcare?

2009-04-26T18:00:00.002-04:00

I'd love to find a part-time job...but I must admit that I'm quite worried about the daycare situation!

We've toured a few places and I'm not overly impressed with either.

It could be that I'm just not ready to go back to work mentally and leave the baby that I worked so hard to have!

Then there's the issue of LOSING money by going back to work. Not only would I have to pay for insurance but I'd also have to pay for daycare which costs an arm and a leg.

A little sun goes a long way!

2009-04-26T17:59:00.000-04:00

This weekend was awesome because it was warm and we got to soak up the vitamin D with the sun!

Living in upstate New York you learn to appreciate those sunny days and take advantage.

We spent both yesterday and today outside and I have a great sunburn to show for it.

Gotta love being a white girl.

Need help?

2009-04-26T17:55:00.002-04:00

When I worked in healthcare we were constantly looking for ways to make senior's lives easier and safer.

Typically that mean adding devises such as a walker or cane and also making their living space more "user friendly".

One thing that always seemed to help and was really essential was a toilet seat riser.

It allowed for the resident to be able to ease onto the toilet and also the resident wouldn't have to strain as much to stand to the standing position.

Since we live in such an isolated area we didn't have many options and it really depended on what the local pharmacy had in stock.

Allegro Medical has such a great variety of devises online. In fact, it's a one-stop-shop and they also have options for free delivery too!

Nurse or Real Estate Agent?

2009-04-26T17:48:00.000-04:00

I keep going back and forth on what to do when I get older...

On one hand I think it'd be great to work in Labor and Delivery and assist ladies with having their babies. I realize it would take work and some additional schooling but I think I'd really enjoy my job.

Then there's the way that I think I'd be able to be the best mom and possibly have the most flexible schedule - real estate.

The classes for real estate can be done online and I think I'd probably do pretty good once I'm up and running since I've been a stellar sales person in the past.

Monster earache.

2009-04-26T17:44:00.001-04:00

I have a serious friggin' earache going on. I went in last week and was prescribed antibiotics. It seems like they aren't doing a thing!

Today I looked over and it seems like Emmy has the exact same thing going on because she's tugging on her left ear.

Ugh. NOthing like having a sick kid to start off your week.

Let's just go.

2009-04-26T09:17:00.002-04:00

Back in the day we would pack a back pack and decide that Friday morning that we were going on a roadtrip! This was before children or animals.

Now that we have kids we have to plan a little bit better!

We've been looking at great cancun vacations and I think we're ready to make the commitment.

We're leaning towards doing a nice vacation during the Christmas holidays. Margot gets off from work and it's not like we have family to go visit.

Karisma Hotels offers some great resorts. The restaurants are incredible and the hotels offer beautiful settings with top notch customer service.

Sign me up!

I just don't know...

2009-04-26T09:15:00.001-04:00

with Emmy being quite the "spirited child" I've been considering options when it comes to going back to work.

At one point I was really leaning towards going back to school for nursing. Binghamton has a good nursing school and just the other day we ran into a girl who graduated from there and said she really enjoyed it. She now works as an ER nurse.

Then there's real estate. The hours are somewhat appealing to me because I can make my own schedule, have my own office hours, and when the economy doesn't suck do pretty good!

yawn

2009-04-26T09:13:00.000-04:00

I just woke up after 10 hours of sleep and I'm friggin exhausted. Between my black eye that I got at softball and my aching ear I'm a total mess!

At least it's beautiful outside and the sun is out and birds are chirping.

We have a few things on the agenda today. Peter's party is today and also the duck launch at Taughannock.

Instead of moving...

2009-02-10T13:43:00.002-05:00

we're going to stay put in our adorable house and revamp it!

We've decided to get a new sectional couch and 50" television for the living room. We're going off of our current wall color and might look around for new area rugs to match.

I also just finished painting to the kitchen, caulking the countertops, and doing new faceplates on our outlets and switches.

Change is happenin', folks.

Bad times get worse.

2009-02-10T13:42:00.002-05:00

So right when you think it can't get worse...

Margot called it. Her job took away it's retirement contribution for the year. Totaly friggin' sucks. I guess it was either that OR they don't make payroll.

I can't believe things are getting so bad. I'm starting to get somewhat scared considering that we're a family surviving on ONE income.

Baby fat.

2009-01-31T21:09:00.001-05:00

Tonight when we hung out with our friends I couldn't help but bring up my pregnancy weight gain. It was in the company of two other post-partum moms who nodded and grinned.

Maybe what I need to look into to get these unwanted pounds off is green tea fat burner! I've tried other methods of weight loss and they're not working!

Anything but blooming...

2009-01-31T21:08:00.001-05:00

So Margot got the news Friday. They laid off someone from her firm.

FUCK.

Of course, that puts our whole life on hold indefinitely. We've stopped putting our house on the market and we're not looking at any other houses in the future.

Standstill.

What do you think...

2009-01-19T21:25:00.001-05:00

when I say that I'm thinking of losing weight?

I know it's not going to be an easy journey because I have quite a bit to lose. But I've done it before and I figure with a little help from Fenterdren and other types of weight loss aides I might be able to do it!

We've talked about kiddo #3, however, I would never think about doing that until I was back to a decent weight.

Feeling better?

2009-01-19T21:23:00.001-05:00

I swear this family has been hit hard with sickness. First off it was Graem who had a terrible cold and asthma type stuff going on.

Then I got nailed a few weeks ago with a brutal virus that they thought was actually strep.

The day I got better Grammy got pink eye. Then a week later Emmy got pink eye.

THen last night we had to take Emmy to the ER to get treated because she had a 104 fever and she felt horrible.

I don't dare say that we're starting to feel better...

I can't make it.

2009-01-19T21:20:00.002-05:00

I'm pretty bummed that I'm not going to be able to meet my friends out in Las Vegas. Right now they're all looking at a hotel in las vegas that looks divine!

It's one right on the strip with a spa, whirlpool in the room and great food. Did I mention gambling within feet of your room?!

That could be a little dangerous I suppose...

Career change.

2009-01-19T21:18:00.000-05:00

So I've been thinking about what to do with my life post-children and I think I've pretty much decided that I'm going to go into real estate!

I've been pondering it for the past few years and each time I think about it I always revert back to the fact that I don't want to spend every single minute on the phone or every weekend away.

However, I think even if I did spend some time in the evening on the phone or on the weekends showing houses...I'd get to spend a lot of time at home during the day! Plus, I'd just have to learn to prioritize.

On the job...

2009-01-05T19:40:00.003-05:00

I know in the next few years that I'll need to get a job but I have no idea what I'm going to find myself doing.

I might even look into CDL training! God knows they're always hiring bus drivers and you can't go wrong with state benefits and school hours.

Pretty excited...

2009-01-05T19:39:00.001-05:00

that tonight on television my favorite show, "Mama's Boys" is coming on at 9pm!

Even more exciting is that it's 7:30pm and both kids are in bed and I'm on the couch. Woo woo.

Of course, that doesn't excuse all of the laundry that needs to be done...

Looking?

2008-12-27T13:56:00.001-05:00

When the kids get bigger I realize that I'm going to have to return back to the work force.

Of course, I haven't really thought about what I might want to do. I know that I'm pretty burned out on healthcare and I'm not sure that I'd want to return.

Maybe I'll look at a sales job search and see if there's anything in my local area.

I did awesome at sales and marketing and really enjoyed it. PLUS it was a great way for me to make good money and have a somewhat flexible schedule.

Just the other day...

2008-12-27T13:54:00.001-05:00

I was talking to a friend at a party about the local economy.

The previous year I had told her about how I was doing tons of blogging and how it was bringing in some decent money.

She worked in marketing at Cornell and seemed interested in what I was doing.

Another person who was listening asked more about blogging. Supposedly her department at Cornell is downsizing and outsourcing her IT department to another department off-campus.

Seems like in a year a lot has happened and I hope that a year from now this will all be over and the economy will be back to "normal".

I ate too much.

2008-12-24T09:01:00.000-05:00

That's been an all-too-familiar phrase these past few months. I love my food though and when I find something I love...I overconsume.

That's why I should probably alter my eating habits, do some light movement, and consider weight loss products!!

I'm still nursing and so the weight loss products would have to be nursing friendly or all natural.

Sexy bathing suit -- here I come!

Busy Santa.

2008-12-24T08:59:00.002-05:00

Yesterday was so busy.

I cleaned the house, did laundry, and made sure that everything was ready to go. Not to mention both kids are at home!

Tonight is going to be even busier!!! The house is already a shithole again and so I have to clean it and then I'd like to put the kids down for a nap since we went to bed so late last night.

Then later tonight...we really have our work cut out for us. Bunk bed hell.

I'm sure there will be profanities!!

Show me the teeth!

2008-12-24T08:57:00.001-05:00

I'm a grinder.

I admit it. Every night before I go to bed I have to put in my night guard or else I spend all night grinding my teeth.

Over the years and pre-mouth guard days I used to wake up with a sore jaw. Plus, I have the signs of a grinder - jagged teeth.

Margot's already told me that we don't have money in the budget for more teeth.

But I've been looking around and Washington DC dental implants has some pretty reasonable rates!

SO FULL.

2008-12-24T08:56:00.002-05:00

Last night we went to Christine and Amy's seven fish dinner.

I ate way too much and could barely move. At one point I thought that I was going to pop or throw up. Thank God neither happened.

Last night when we got home I nursed Emmy and we both slept SO GOOD.

Of course, that was midnight and I'm pretty sure after being overstimulated her brain just needed 8 hours of relaxation!

I've got to move it, move it.

2008-12-14T16:49:00.000-05:00

I'm going to start my weight loss program in just a few more weeks. I figure I should just enjoy the holidays and then it's exercise and diet for me!

Of course, I could just try Hydroxycut and call it a day. I know that medications work great for me and if one little pill can help out... I'm all for it!

This week's schedule...

2008-12-14T16:48:00.001-05:00

Well it looks like I have another busy week!

Today we listed our house with a real estate agent and so I'm sure I'll be busting my ass to get the house ready for showings and then dropping off the dog. Ugh.

Monday - Books, Babies, and Bouncing at the library
Tuesday - Playgroup at Deb's/ Cardiologist Appt

I'm exhausted and going for a nap now.

Comfort.

2008-12-14T16:45:00.000-05:00

I'm all about comfort these days.

In fact, most of my shoes are slipons and I have even started wearing softpants. EEk.

I have my eye on some Dansko professional clogs this holiday season. They're easy to put on and they're so durable and comfortable.

Years ago I had a brown pair of Dankos and I wore them every day! After a year of straight wear the heels got weird and I had to throw them out.

If Santa's looking at this post --- Hook me up with some new Danskos!

I've been thinking...

2008-12-14T16:44:00.002-05:00

that maybe what I'll decide to do while the kids are young is real estate!

We met with our agent today and signed paperwork.

I think I would love to meet with potential buyers and show them houses. Then the fun begins with purchase offers, negotiations, and closing.

Of course, with this economy it'd always be nice to have a steady income like Margot's!

However, it's nice to know that we could live on just one income...

We were just looking...

2008-12-11T22:59:00.002-05:00

online for wedding and engagement rings.

Years ago Margot lost her ring and I decided to wear mine so that it didn't look like I was a single mother!

I've told Margot that the one thing that I want for Christmas is matching rings. I figure I'll look online and I might even take a trip to the mall.

My blooming business blog

To sue...

Retired!

Just this morning...

Kitchen down.

Not much longer...

Always thinking....

Beep beep.

The next step....

My work.

Go get'em.

Filly.

Business is BOOMING.

All I want for Christmas is...

Our friends...

The day of the sickie.

G-O-L-D!

We're off!

Work? Where are you?

Good old gold.

Guess who's here?

R&R.

I need more

Tomorrow...

Way too much work.

The word of the day is...

Everynight...

Work, work, and more work.

Maybe there's another route in my life...

The school tour.

No more bus.

More gold, please!

SO TIRED.

WORK.

Unfair.

Work.

Obsessed.

We need more money.

Did I mention?

SO TIRED.

More money, please?

Workin to hard.

It's all about the gold!

My job...

Work, work and more work.

Show me the gold!

TGI 7:30pm bedtime tonight!

The achey ear.

We need more gold, please!

It's that time of year again....

The job.

Where to go?

Stuck.

More money, please.

Back and forth...

Maybe I won't do real estate school...

So much for a relaxing weekend...

I need more money!

Weekend!

The interview!

Eyeglasses for less!

Just a few more days....

I see snow ! It's time to go!

Alone. Home.

Nuttin.

Not so booming.

FYI

Show me the money, baby!

Update on the job search.

Long time, no post!

Lookin...

Trying something new!

Got childcare?

A little sun goes a long way!

Need help?

Nurse or Real Estate Agent?

Monster earache.

Let's just go.

I just don't know...

*yawn*

yawn