The great state of New York

I’m on the internet (for work purposes) trying to find a map of New York State that has all the counties outlined and listed. Yes… that is what they pay me the big bucks for… or at least that’s what they tell me! Tomorrow we’re actually getting our “holiday gift.” I used to get a pretty decent one (tax free) at my old job but apparently that’s not how it works in the corporate world. Kind of like last week, beggars can’t be choosers so at least it’ll take care of either my car payment or my trip to NYC next Saturday. That pretty much works for me.

Thank God tomorrow is payday because I need to go grocery shopping like you wouldn’t believe. This is my list so far: eggs, cheese, English muffins, soda, granola bars, chips/100 calorie packs, wraps, shredded cheese, yogurt, meat (chicken/turkey), dish detergent, milk, toothpaste, paper towels, laundry detergent, sides (rice, etc.), pantyhose, knee-hi’s, meals, Canadian bacon, pizza, pasta and butter. You probably didn’t really need all that information but I think what a person has in their shopping cart says a lot about them. For example: my list says that I can’t cook worth a damn, but I’m sure as hell gonna try. I really do need to. It does save money and that (and actually working out at the gym more than once a week) is more than likely going to be my New Year’s resolution… Then again, I’m starting it before New Year’s so I guess it’s not really a resolution. I decided to do balance transfers of all my credit cards to one so I only have one payment to make and hopefully I can make it a good sized payment. Then my goal is to NOT use my credit cards unless it’s really necessary. Unfortunately, cute new shoes aren’t a necessary evil (after January 1). If I can’t afford I, I don’t need it. I guess it’s this whole turning 30 and growing up thing.

I got J. his Christmas present last night (and no, not the t-shirts I alluded to yesterday although how f’n funny would those be?). I got him a Kodak digital camera and photo printer bundle. I saw it online for less money, but I figured by the time I paid shipping and handling I might as well just get it here so if he doesn’t like it, he can take it back. I told him to at least pretend he likes it, although he’s not really good at that! I’m sure he’ll like it, it’s just a matter of whether he’ll get a lot of use out of it. That’s all I’m worried about. But that means my Christmas shopping is basically done. My sister and I split my mom’s gift but then my sister decided to get her something extra, so now I feel like I need to also. She’s a pain in my ass (my sister, that is). So I’m kinda done… if I can find something worth getting, I’ll get it. If not, she’ll have to deal with the lovely gift we got her!

The work day is almost over and I’ll be on my way to Sue’s house before dancing. Gotta love it.. Pete will cook me dinner and Sue and I get to have girl time… and a beer before dance class. One night I showed up there reeking of weed and beer.. (the boys were smoking at the house - pot does nothing for me) There’s seven of us total.. they’re probably just happy we show up! Anyway, I managed to get a post in today.. yay me! Tomorrow is payday Friday… life is good. Have a great night.. Don’t forget to watch The Office, and if you want some cheap thrills and to irritate your friends, go to this site (Thanks Toine).

Finally - Britney kept her legs closed for about 12 hours and Eva Longoria got engaged to San Antonio Spurs player Tony Parker.. Guess they got through that "rough patch" ok! Congrats!