I watch too many romantic movies!

Hi Ladies!! Everyone sounds super busy jeez.  I'm just passing the time:) It's getting kind of weird to know that I leave in a week and won't be back for a year.  Oh well just a thing to get through I suppose:)  Anyway talk to you all later.

Carey is everything going to be ok? That's really ridiculous how they can pull some sh** like that:(

Everyone else seems to be doing ok though glad to see that:)

later

Jamie! 1 week! Eep!!! How exciting.

Becca- we do stockings for my parents in my family (started a few years ago for fun, since they never had them, but they always did for us!) We do things like pairs of favorite socks, lotion, things like Burt's Bees chapstick, novelty items (cool book light/magnifier for my Dad, for ex), aftershave..... Hope that helps! Other wise it looks good. My ex collected miniature airplanes (a specific type/size only!) AND trains! I did break down a couple of times and surprise him with some planes. I understand how expensive they are, though!

I've now got the lights on my tree... My goal is to get basic ornaments on tonight. Of course, I'll have to peel myself off the sofa to do that.... lol Can the weekend really be over already?!

Everyone does sound like they've had a decent weekend.

Beth, did you get the ornaments up?

Becca....we used to do chocolates as well in stockings when I was a kid.  Maybe get him some of his favorite and stuff it in there?

Josy, don't worry about the update, I've been busy with work this weekend.

Speaking of which, my co-worker ended up breaking her leg under her knee, so she's going to need surgery.  Who knows how long she'll be out.

And tomorrow is Ian's appointment with the neurologist.  I'm UBER nervous...don't even know if I'll be able to sleep tonight.  *sighs*

Becca- I am sorry I think I had you as a friend on my facebook and then accidentally deleted you...so let me know and I can re add you...sorry about that...also your gift list sounds great...Jason is so hard to buy for I have no clue what to get him....

Wow Jaime you have a week left you are sooo lucky...I am soo happy for you

Beth did good and got her tree and everything...you are so on top of things lady lol

Patty it sounds like you worked way to hard this weekend lol...you need a break...

I can't believe the weekend is over all ready as well...that stinks...

Becca- I am sorry I think I had you as a friend on my facebook and then accidentally deleted you...so let me know and I can re add you...sorry about that...also your gift list sounds great...Jason is so hard to buy for I have no clue what to get him....

Oops.

Hmm, does this work? http://www.new.facebook.com/friends/?ref=tn#/profile.php?id=522022159

My ex collected miniature airplanes (a specific type/size only!) AND trains! I did break down a couple of times and surprise him with some planes. I understand how expensive they are, though!

He deals specifically in Garden Railways based off Narrow Gauge Railways.  16mm. We went to a trade show and those suckers were £600 and up for engines!  (And he has 4 already....)

Becca....we used to do chocolates as well in stockings when I was a kid.  Maybe get him some of his favorite and stuff it in there?

Good idea   My family tries to stay away from too many sweets in the stocking, but I think Tim can handle it .  We usually put like travel sized toiletries and silly stuff in them.

Tell Ian good luck!

So, just got word from Ian.....no tumor (thank God), but the neurologist is afraid of the pressure in his skull, so he has to have a spinal tap done in the next few weeks.  And the Dr. said she advises against him flying but will get a second opinion from her boss.    And of course he's not looking forward to the procedure, so depending on when it is, I might see if I can head out to England for a bit to take care of him.

Just wanted to let you know before I got ready for work here.  I can't wait for 5pm today....I need a day off.

Oh, and co-worker should be having her surgery today...spoke with her last night to get an update.

Patty I am glad it isn't a tumor...but I am sorry about the possibility of a spinal tap and that it means he probably can't fly...But it is good that you might get to go there to be with him...I am sure he will be ok...keep us posted...

and your co worker has to have surgery to for her fall? poor woman...

you really sound like you could use a day off....you deserve it

I had to have a spinal tap when I was going through all my crap a few years ago.  The reason they recommend no flying is because it will HURT like hell for several weeks - HOWEVER, the weekend after my spinal tap, I drove 8 hours to visit my then-boyfriend in MA, so if I could handle a long drive where I was the driver, Ian can handle a long flight, I'm sure.

wow - I am out of the loop! 

Becca - I think your gifts are perfect and I would fill the rest of the stocking with silly things.  Raid the pound store!  Good going with Racy December!

Patty - I am very glad that the tumor has been ruled out, but I can only imagine how your heart sank when you heard that he was urged not to fly.  Is it possible for you to fly out there for NYE instead?  *Sometimes* airlines are willing to be more flexible if there is a medical reason for someone not to fly.

Beth - great job with your tree. It looks lovely already!  I am glad you are rediscovering your Christmas spirit.

Jamie - What last minute things do you still have to take care of this week?  How is your mom doing?

Update on my situation:  There is no update yet.  I still may be fired. My CEO wont look at me, my boss talks to me like everything is ok (so maybe she knows something I don't).  The horrible volunteers are coming in on Wednesday morning for a committee meeting and I was told not to be here in the morning, so I imagine some news will come to me after that meeting, maybe.   And.. just to add to my troubles, I got served court documents on Saturday night informing me that my Home Owners Association is SUING ME! Apparently, I owe them money from when I had trouble paying them last year (which I thought I had taken care of)... so I'm being sued. Awesome.   I went crying to my dad and he just took the papers from me and said "I'll take care of it".  He has a good friend who is a lawyer, so I think hes going to call he on my behalf.  I love my dad
David is being supportive, but for some reason, I just dont want to talk to him.  I think I am embarassed that everything seems to be out of control and I can't handle it, and I dont want him to think that its a responsibility for him or something. I'm feeling really...um... fragile I guess is a good word, and I dont want him to see that side of me, I think.  From what I have witnessed, Brits suck at sympathy (er.. at least David does) and all I really want is for someone to hold me and tell me everything will be alright, and maybe I am subconsiously holding it against him b/c he cant/won't do that.

December sucks big time. I almost even took my Christmas decorations down last night b/c I hate looking at stuff thats supposed to be happy when nothing is for me at the moment...  Bah Humbug. 

Update on my situation:  There is no update yet.  I still may be fired. My CEO wont look at me, my boss talks to me like everything is ok (so maybe she knows something I don't).  The horrible volunteers are coming in on Wednesday morning for a committee meeting and I was told not to be here in the morning, so I imagine some news will come to me after that meeting, maybe.   And.. just to add to my troubles, I got served court documents on Saturday night informing me that my Home Owners Association is SUING ME! Apparently, I owe them money from when I had trouble paying them last year (which I thought I had taken care of)... so I'm being sued. Awesome.   I went crying to my dad and he just took the papers from me and said "I'll take care of it".  He has a good friend who is a lawyer, so I think hes going to call he on my behalf.  I love my dad
David is being supportive, but for some reason, I just dont want to talk to him.  I think I am embarassed that everything seems to be out of control and I can't handle it, and I dont want him to think that its a responsibility for him or something. I'm feeling really...um... fragile I guess is a good word, and I dont want him to see that side of me, I think.  From what I have witnessed, Brits suck at sympathy (er.. at least David does) and all I really want is for someone to hold me and tell me everything will be alright, and maybe I am subconsiously holding it against him b/c he cant/won't do that.

  I don't like crying to Tim AT ALL, but it's not because I don't want to cry to him, I just hate doing it!  He always tells me to just let it all out, so I don't think it's strictly a "Brit thing" and might just be something with the way David was raised?

I'm glad your dad is going to help you with that stuff..seems odd that they'd sue you if things are now worked out. 

Oh Carey...I am sooo sorry about how horribly your job is treating you...and even more sorry your stupid housing association is suing you...all of this right before Christmas...if you need to talk I am here for you...I hope that woman at your work gets in trouble for starting all of this...I am really mad right now at her for doing that to you...she sounds like an ass....I hope things go better for you

And yes I think the no sympathy thing is a brit thing...Jas is the same way when I cry and I need to ask him if I can have a hug....they aren't as emotional as us americans...

Oh goodness, Carey....I'm sorry all this is going on with you right now.  I felt like Scrooge today as well....bah humbug-ing all over the place.

But, HOPEFULLY your Dad's lawyer friend can take care of the law suit, and HOPEFULLY your boss will fill you in on things a.s.a.p.  Remember, if you need me to hurt the volunteer woman, I will.....Lord knows I need to let out some aggression.

Too bad we can't all get together right now and have a drink....sounds like we could all use one at the moment.

not only are we sappy romantics...but apparently we are a fighting force to be reckoned with....we have all said that we will hunt down this volunteer woman and take care of her for you...

we all have your back...and yes I know what you mean about not feeling in the Christmas spirit...for some reason I just don't feel it...hopefully that will change in the next few weeks lol

bring on Love Actually ....hehe

Carey just think in a few weeks you are going over to see your man...you will be away from all of this for a little while at least...

Thanks Patty and Josy.  Your kind offers to hurt my nemesis are very much appreciated

A drink would be great - one bottle for me, and one bottle for you, Patty!  Cheers.

And yes, I am trying to think of being in England, but then I worry that I will be feeling this upset even when I am there... Ugh.  Sorry for being the ultimate Debbie Downer.

You're not Debbie Downer, Carey....you have every right to feel this way.

Sooo...it's now Tuesday....and hopefully you'll check this while at work...but any word yet on anything?  Any attitude changes?  *gets out boxing gloves*

Annnnddd...Ian is supposed to see his regular Dr. tomorrow and he said that she's always been more "rational" so he's going to ask her about the flying issue.  So I don't want to give up hope yet (but really I'm feeling crushed inside).  I just feel bad because I was very selfish last night, being all bummed when I should really just be happy he doesn't have a tumor. 

Co-worker made it through her surgery as well....I guess her bone was crushed more than they thought, so she might be out until about March we're thinking.  And if the administrator says I can get over-time, I'm taking it, because I needs me the money for my visa.  A few months of exhaustion and stress is worth a lifetime of happiness with my future hubby.