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Thursday, October 30, 2008
Monday, October 27, 2008
Pen OCD
For as long as I can remember, I have been a penaholic. I have always loved pens. There's nothing better than getting a new pen out of its package and doing test doodles to see how smoothly it writes. When we went to Japan last year, I was introduced to Loft, a department store that had an entire floor dedicated to pens. And, if you're a penaholic like me, you know Japanese pens are the best as far as smooth writing, fine tips, and quality go. That's why, my friends, I am excited to share with you a website I just discovered five minutes ago: JetPens. It's a website that sells nothing but Japanese pens, and if you order $25 worth you get free shipping. Not only that, but they have multi-ink pens, which are my staple at work.
I've stocked my pen stash thus far with Daiso (Japanese dollar store) pens -- whenever we get a chance to go to Westlake Center, I load up on them. I bought a few extra and shared with those who have made fun of my pen OCD, and after they use their pen, they can see why I'm such a freak about them, and now they are envious of my fabulous pens. JetPens has fancy multi-ink pens with metal barrels! Not only is that more eco-friendly than the plastic disposable ones I'm currently using, but I love that I can just refill the colors I run out of (usually black) instead of having to chuck the whole pen when it runs out or trying to find a different pen with an ink supply that will fit in my multi-pen. (Sad to say, I've done this a couple of times.) JetPens even has videos (!?!) showcasing the latest and greatest features of their products. It's to drool for. If only they made a mulit-pen with a built-in highlighter and permanent marker....
Friday, October 17, 2008
Our House
Construction of our house seems to have picked up speed. Every time Michael or I drive by, more things have been added. The entire frame is completed and we even have a roof. We're not allowed on the lot (for safety reasons) but we can peek from the sidewalk. The other day I drove by and saw our bath fixtures in the driveway, so I'm sure those were put in as well. Exciting times! Here's a slideshow of construction shots we've taken so far. According to the building supervisor, our house should be completed on December 31, plus time for holidays and non-work days (inclement weather). We're expecting to be in my early January.
My cousin Dustin is in Seattle with his girlfriend (Jennie) for a couple of days. It's her first time in the Pacific Northwest, and my first time to meet her. We met up with them for dinner at Bahama Breeze tonight. It was nice getting to spend time with family without rush. Usually when family comes up here, it's for some other event and we hardly get a chance to just hang out. Being with Dustin and Jennie tonight made me realize how great having a big family is, because no matter the distance or months/years that go between seeing each other, whenever we get together it's comfortable. No awkwardness. That's family.
Saturday, October 11, 2008
ok, ok.
Since I was accused of being a "Palin Hater" last night, I decided to post something non-political in the blog. Below is a nursing-related karaoke song about the joys of taking care of ETOHers or just psychotic people in general. Don't hate, medicate. The guy who wrote this song also has a bunch of other funny songs about this crazy profession I'm in. It's a song I know Bill would have appreciated.
In memory of Bill Hilsendeger, Male Nurse. You shall be missed.
In memory of Bill Hilsendeger, Male Nurse. You shall be missed.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
Monday, October 6, 2008
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
And so it begins.
Hello, October. You came around rather quickly.
We have successfully moved to Gig Harbor. We managed to cram everything we own into my old room in my parents' house, their garage, and a 10x10 storage unit and are now counting down the days until we can do the whole moving ordeal over again in January. A big domo arigato to our family members who helped out: Sergei, Alex, Bob, Kae, Mikki, Loyd, Matthew, Brittney, Beef, and Sheith.
Construction has officially started on our home. They've laid foundation and set up our first bathroom (the Honey Bucket) on our lot. After seeing the outline in person, I realized the house is a lot smaller than my imagination anticipated. I believe we have the smallest house in construction, seeing as the McMansion (as Mike calls it) across the street has at least four full bathrooms (and probably six bedrooms). That house and our house are on the same sized lot, so at least we can say we have a spacious backyard. We're excited for January to roll around so we can make good on our word and finally host a karaoke/game night party that we've been promising everyone for the longest time, and I can finally get my craft room.
We have successfully moved to Gig Harbor. We managed to cram everything we own into my old room in my parents' house, their garage, and a 10x10 storage unit and are now counting down the days until we can do the whole moving ordeal over again in January. A big domo arigato to our family members who helped out: Sergei, Alex, Bob, Kae, Mikki, Loyd, Matthew, Brittney, Beef, and Sheith.
Construction has officially started on our home. They've laid foundation and set up our first bathroom (the Honey Bucket) on our lot. After seeing the outline in person, I realized the house is a lot smaller than my imagination anticipated. I believe we have the smallest house in construction, seeing as the McMansion (as Mike calls it) across the street has at least four full bathrooms (and probably six bedrooms). That house and our house are on the same sized lot, so at least we can say we have a spacious backyard. We're excited for January to roll around so we can make good on our word and finally host a karaoke/game night party that we've been promising everyone for the longest time, and I can finally get my craft room.
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