When I say 'regular' flu - I mean, is there such a thing? Isn't it all different? Well, I have the flu but since they didn't test for it I have no idea what strain I have. Supposedly the only strain around right now is H1N1, at least that's what I heard.

I think the last time I was surfing the internet I was looking for insurance online and then that was that, that's all I remember! The good thing? I was only down for a day and a half. Even though I am still sick I feel so much better already. I wonder if I really have the flu? It started in my upper back, then a headache, a dry cough and when I coughed nothing came up, then fever and when I say fever, I mean 102 - 103, then runny nose along with chills, hot flashes and aches, every little thing hurt. Sounds like he flu, huh?

More and more home businesses hare growing and getting the services that big businesses have had for years, like call center services for example.

I just called some rinky-dink online store to order a gift and BAM! I got a call center rep! That was pretty damn impressive! It actually made me feel as if I was really going to get some professional service along with a great product.

Here I thought I really needed to go on a diet but in reality all I need is my life to help me lose weight. HUH? What the heck do I mean? Oh well, all the stress in my life has me visiting the bathroom every few hours, I'm sure to shit myself skinny in no time.

The dinner I was supposed to have with Cherie on the 17th barely happened. The wait for On the Border was 90 minutes so we went to Applebee' s - we were seated right away. I barely finished eating when CJ called to tell me he was having more issues - and without disclosing his personal business, let's just say I had to leave to take him to the ER.

Between him and the medical problems he's been having - which we still don't have an answer regarding exactly WHAT is going on and just this time of year in general, I am more than stressed out!

There has been a lot of stress here over the last few weeks. Sick kids, CJ having mystery pain and visits to the ER and well, that's enough! I am heading out tonight with one of my BFFs, Cherie for dinner and drinks!

We're going to check out On the Border - it recently opened near us. We've never been there so this should be fun!

Ever have one of those days where you just need quiet so you can concentrate and get things done? Today is one of those days for me as I am trying to help a friend with their disability appeal and I just cannot focus because my kids are driving me nuts!

These are the times I literally want to scream SHUT UP at the top of my lungs! Of course, I keep m col because it's obvious children act like their parents - no way do I want my kids running around here screaming shut up. UGH

What a freaking morning! It actually all started last night when I noticed Wormy had a bum leg and it went downhill from there.

So, of course I worry about the dog - have no idea what he did to it, didn't see him screw it up, didn't hear him yelp or cry. Just noticed him walking funny. It was almost 7 pm so I called the vet knowing I'd most likely need to make an appointment for the next day. The chick I talked to said 'can you do 8 am?' and I said yes, figuring she meant today.

I was awake about 4 am - just couldn't sleep. Worried about the dog and HOW MUCH MONEY this was going to cost me - ugh! I finally decided to stop tossing and turning and just get up at like 6 am - took a shower and of course, the boys woke up. Waaayyy too early for me. When they kids get up early - before I have had a sip of coffee, chaos usually ensues and that makes me grumpy. The plan was for CJ to take Livi to the bus stop and my grandmother was going to come over to be with the boys since CJ had to go to work right after getting Livi on the bus. So the morning was a whirlwind until I got out the door with the dog at 7:50 am.

I got to the vet and checked in and they told me my appointment is TOMORROW at 8 am. !!!! They don't have a doctor there on Wednesday mornings. sonofabitchwhatthefuck?%&(&^$!!!
I swear I never heard the chick I spoke to last night say THURSDAY morning at 8 am. They gave me the option of leaving him there and at some point during the day a vet would see him but I know that is expensive, it's considered 'urgent care' so I brought him home.

I was told I need to make sure he doesn't use the stairs and that he just rests. He's alert, eating and drinking but I can tell he is upset about this. He was always so playful and now he just lays around : [

The other day (prior to being sick and on my death bed) I was browsing online looking at Grohe faucets trying to decide what I want for which sink, wen CJ mentioned we should take a time out.

I spend 95% of my days in the house. Cleaning, cooking, working, taking care of the kids and then well, trying to relax. It was a beautiful day so we decided to take a break and head to a beautiful park not far from us. Nature is beautiful and we just happened to get there to see this:

We definitely need to take more time outs!

Dressing room mirrors lie! They totally make you look better than you really do! I tried on a bunch of clothes the other day and they fit and looked decent. I get home and go to put an outfit on and ewwww, I HATE IT! Doesn't look anything like it did at the store! Seriously, what the heck - guess I need to shop for fat burners instead of clothes.

Actually, I think it was just bad timing. One should never buy new clothes when they have PMS!