The members of hubby's unit have started to return. His homecoming is soon. I am antsy!
That's all for now. My next post may have some very happy pictures in it!
Tuesday, June 26, 2012
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
A Day of Accidents
Today was a day of car accidents - but none that I was in, before you worry!
The big kahuna was a fatal pedestrian/semi truck crash that happened at 2 am on the highway that I use to commute to school (and now work). Luckily I heard about it on the radio and I was able to take an alternate route, because to go through that area would have been a NIGHTMARE - I am 99% sure. At the time of rush hour, my side of the highway was apparently closed, and the other side was either entirely closed or one lane was open maybe. The accident had occurred (with the jack-knifed semi) on "my" side of the highway. Ugh. Luckily I was able to go around, but I was still slightly late to work. No one cared, but it was kind of annoying anyway.
I ALSO heard about a separate accident on my same highway route that morning, so that was another.
When my good friend S and I were headed to dinner tonight we witnessed, in real time, an accident that was probably (hopefully) a fender bender. We were waiting to turn left at the light, which was red (my friend was driving), and all of a sudden a Volkswagen turned right on red and collided with a red car coming perpendicular through its green light. My best guess is the Volkswagen wasn't paying enough attention and the red car was changing lanes from the left lane to the right lane, and they collided with each other right in front of us. The front bumper of the Volkswagen came entirely off the car right then and there... we know one of the drivers was okay and we hope the other was as well, but we saw a third person coming to help so we proceeded to our dinner.
And on top of that, I think I saw some emergency vehicles on one of the overpasses on my way home tonight. I don't know what it is about today!
Here's hoping for more overall safety (and a normal commute) tomorrow!
The big kahuna was a fatal pedestrian/semi truck crash that happened at 2 am on the highway that I use to commute to school (and now work). Luckily I heard about it on the radio and I was able to take an alternate route, because to go through that area would have been a NIGHTMARE - I am 99% sure. At the time of rush hour, my side of the highway was apparently closed, and the other side was either entirely closed or one lane was open maybe. The accident had occurred (with the jack-knifed semi) on "my" side of the highway. Ugh. Luckily I was able to go around, but I was still slightly late to work. No one cared, but it was kind of annoying anyway.
I ALSO heard about a separate accident on my same highway route that morning, so that was another.
When my good friend S and I were headed to dinner tonight we witnessed, in real time, an accident that was probably (hopefully) a fender bender. We were waiting to turn left at the light, which was red (my friend was driving), and all of a sudden a Volkswagen turned right on red and collided with a red car coming perpendicular through its green light. My best guess is the Volkswagen wasn't paying enough attention and the red car was changing lanes from the left lane to the right lane, and they collided with each other right in front of us. The front bumper of the Volkswagen came entirely off the car right then and there... we know one of the drivers was okay and we hope the other was as well, but we saw a third person coming to help so we proceeded to our dinner.
And on top of that, I think I saw some emergency vehicles on one of the overpasses on my way home tonight. I don't know what it is about today!
Here's hoping for more overall safety (and a normal commute) tomorrow!
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Lighter and Brighter
Well, my last post was quite a downer, so I thought I'd share that I'm feeling happier today/this weekend. I hosted a fun little gathering yesterday at my house (it involved tea!), and I've been able to talk to hubby quite a bit this weekend, which definitely contributes to my overall happiness. Add to that the fact that I'm slowly but surely stocking up on things that hubby wants in the house, and I'm a happy girl this weekend!
As a quick aside - I went to a certain Swedish home decor store today, for desk chairs, and left also with throw pillows and some curtains. I've concluded it's impossible to go there and ONLY get what you came for!
That's about all I've got! Exciting times are ahead.
As a quick aside - I went to a certain Swedish home decor store today, for desk chairs, and left also with throw pillows and some curtains. I've concluded it's impossible to go there and ONLY get what you came for!
That's about all I've got! Exciting times are ahead.
Friday, June 15, 2012
Two Years
This past week, our second anniversary happened. Both of our anniversaries so far have been bittersweet, because hubby and I have been apart. I know that's typical for military couples, but that doesn't really make it much easier on the actual day. I try my best to focus on marking the special occasion, celebrating our marriage, and remembering our wonderful wedding, but a bit of regret and extra knowledge that we're not together invariably creeps in. Really I'm going to have to hold off celebrating for just a little bit (but not too long) because how can you really celebrate your anniversary fully without your spouse there?
I did my best to make it feel different from any other day by posting on fbook and telling people at work (who were very sweet and nice about it) that it was our anniversary. I also got to chat with hubby a little bit, which was nice.
I guess in some ways it was just a cap on a period of time that we just haven't been able to have enough of each other - obviously not being physically together, living our lives in each location, with a lot of communication (very grateful), but not perfect or always ideal.
This post has been a bit of a bummer, and for that I apologize. As thrilled as I am that he's almost here, he's not here yet, and I suppose I am just feeling the emotional fatigue of having been apart for so long (ie the last 1.5 years except for about 6-7 weeks or so). I look forward to the comforting feeling of knowing he's going to be around for a while (at least as far as military life goes).
I would not make any decisions differently, and I love my husband with all my heart. Part of me has been across the ocean with him these past months. I just look forward to the day when we can say we've spent more anniversaries together than apart. It will happen at some point, I'm hoping. I'm ready to soak up some quality moments together!
If you've made it this far, thanks for reading. I promise soon enough you'll be seeing some pictures of the homecoming!
I did my best to make it feel different from any other day by posting on fbook and telling people at work (who were very sweet and nice about it) that it was our anniversary. I also got to chat with hubby a little bit, which was nice.
I guess in some ways it was just a cap on a period of time that we just haven't been able to have enough of each other - obviously not being physically together, living our lives in each location, with a lot of communication (very grateful), but not perfect or always ideal.
This post has been a bit of a bummer, and for that I apologize. As thrilled as I am that he's almost here, he's not here yet, and I suppose I am just feeling the emotional fatigue of having been apart for so long (ie the last 1.5 years except for about 6-7 weeks or so). I look forward to the comforting feeling of knowing he's going to be around for a while (at least as far as military life goes).
I would not make any decisions differently, and I love my husband with all my heart. Part of me has been across the ocean with him these past months. I just look forward to the day when we can say we've spent more anniversaries together than apart. It will happen at some point, I'm hoping. I'm ready to soak up some quality moments together!
If you've made it this far, thanks for reading. I promise soon enough you'll be seeing some pictures of the homecoming!
Sunday, June 10, 2012
Busy Having Fun
Yup, that's been this week. I am very blessed to have the life I do.
Thursday was my first night this week that I simply went home, ate, and watched TV (my default night), and by that point, it was really nice! I had dinner with a good friend at a lovely restaurant Monday night, went to a gathering with fellow milspouses Tuesday, and then went to a free country music concert at a restaurant with a beautiful view (and BBQ) Wednesday, with another good friend. Since we stayed out late Wednesday, I stayed with her in town since I had to go right back to work (aka my internship) in the morning, so driving home didn't make much sense. Thursday, as I said, was my chill night. Friday evening I went to a happy hour with my fellow intern and new friend K. Yesterday, I went tubing on a river with a large group for a good friend's birthday celebration (the same one I spent Wednesday with). Today I am trying to catch up on life before the week starts up again! Whew!
A couple things about doing all this stuff - it is a lot, but I am doing as much as I can to enjoy my time in the city while interning because once hubby comes home, I will be getting home as quickly as I can each day to spend every possible minute with him! I do look forward to our domestic life together again, but in the meantime I'm enjoying the city as much as I can. Another thing, is that I feel a lot like the lovely Kristen, who I know runs herself ragged seeing people and doing things in the evenings after work! I'm living the working girl life instead of the school life, and it is fun to get out more and be downtown more often.
I also love taking the opportunity to do as many fun things in this area as I can. I know we won't live here forever and there's a lot to take advantage of. I'm also taking notes of places to return with hubby. :-)
Now to try to get more things done today before the week starts up again. I'm pretty sure already that I'll be busy Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings! Here I go again!
Thursday was my first night this week that I simply went home, ate, and watched TV (my default night), and by that point, it was really nice! I had dinner with a good friend at a lovely restaurant Monday night, went to a gathering with fellow milspouses Tuesday, and then went to a free country music concert at a restaurant with a beautiful view (and BBQ) Wednesday, with another good friend. Since we stayed out late Wednesday, I stayed with her in town since I had to go right back to work (aka my internship) in the morning, so driving home didn't make much sense. Thursday, as I said, was my chill night. Friday evening I went to a happy hour with my fellow intern and new friend K. Yesterday, I went tubing on a river with a large group for a good friend's birthday celebration (the same one I spent Wednesday with). Today I am trying to catch up on life before the week starts up again! Whew!
Wednesday night's view
A couple things about doing all this stuff - it is a lot, but I am doing as much as I can to enjoy my time in the city while interning because once hubby comes home, I will be getting home as quickly as I can each day to spend every possible minute with him! I do look forward to our domestic life together again, but in the meantime I'm enjoying the city as much as I can. Another thing, is that I feel a lot like the lovely Kristen, who I know runs herself ragged seeing people and doing things in the evenings after work! I'm living the working girl life instead of the school life, and it is fun to get out more and be downtown more often.
I also love taking the opportunity to do as many fun things in this area as I can. I know we won't live here forever and there's a lot to take advantage of. I'm also taking notes of places to return with hubby. :-)
Now to try to get more things done today before the week starts up again. I'm pretty sure already that I'll be busy Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings! Here I go again!
Sunday, June 3, 2012
Musings from Today
1. I apologize if I have posted about this recipe already, I can't remember, but I must say that Giada's Turkey Meatloaf with Feta and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is delicious and super easy! It takes some time (45 minutes in the oven) but the active prep is simple.
Photo from the first time I made this, tonight was the second time.
2. I got to talk to hubby on the phone and online chat today. That always makes for a good day. Just wish we were back together already, that is my only complaint!
3. Had coffee with a good friend - used to see her all the time at school but now we actually have to make an effort! It was lovely.
4. Had a super productive evening - picked up more work clothes at the outlets (at a very good value I must say), grocery shopping, prepped the meatloaf, mowed the lawn while it was in the oven, then settled in to eat while watching TV. I didn't get everything done I wanted to get done this weekend, but I made good headway right at the end of it!
5. I picked and ate the first tomato out of my garden today! Exciting indeed. I made a little tomato salad (salt, pepper, drizzle of olive oil) and enjoyed it very much! I love that fresh tomato taste, still warm from the sun.
Tomato right before I sliced and ate it!
I hope everyone had a good weekend! I'm continuing to enjoy work, socialize with friends when I can, and I'm constantly counting down the days!
Saturday, June 2, 2012
Summer Update
I am already two weeks into my first summer internship, and I am really enjoying it so far. My two fellow interns are great, our immediate supervisors are great to work with, and everyone in the courthouse is so nice! We've been able to observe a bunch of court proceedings, and needless to say, it's fascinating! I'm practicing my legal writing as well, which is always good.
I've also been able to take advantage of time to hang out with friends without the specter of homework hanging over our heads. There are so many summer-y things going on in town, and I'm certainly trying to take advantage!
More and more, my attention is turning to hubby's homecoming! It's soon enough that I've started making up my "to do" list, which is excellent news. :-) As great as summer is going, I really can't wait to be back with my hubby again!
And to make sure there's a photo - here's one of a ripening tomato in my garden! As of now, I have a total of about five tomatoes growing on three of my plants. If I were a better gardener, I'd probably have more, but it's my first year, so being able to grow and eat any at all is a success for me!
I've also been able to take advantage of time to hang out with friends without the specter of homework hanging over our heads. There are so many summer-y things going on in town, and I'm certainly trying to take advantage!
More and more, my attention is turning to hubby's homecoming! It's soon enough that I've started making up my "to do" list, which is excellent news. :-) As great as summer is going, I really can't wait to be back with my hubby again!
And to make sure there's a photo - here's one of a ripening tomato in my garden! As of now, I have a total of about five tomatoes growing on three of my plants. If I were a better gardener, I'd probably have more, but it's my first year, so being able to grow and eat any at all is a success for me!
Ripening Tigerella Tomato
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