Day 1 - Something Different

Happy Birthday to me and my twin sister! This picture is from our first birthday. 

My mother took the photograph. 

Day 2 -Something Different

I received an awesome birthday present in the mail from my Dad and Jamie. Yes, I did the happy dance when I opened the box. I love it! Everyone I know that has one has been happy with the Keurig and I really wanted one for myself. So excited to use it.  

Day 3 - Something Different

Moving has made me feel rather scatterbrained. On Day 3 on went to sleep wearing socks, something I never do and actually woke up still wearing them. I've been incredibly tired this week. I also tried to wash my hair with body wash instead of shampoo. I can't wait to be all moved in and settled.

Day 4 - Something Different

I spent a while at Home Depot and Lowes today. I ended up selecting the fixture in the middle for the bathroom because its simple and the brushed nickel. I don't think I ever realized how many choices you have to make when buying a home. Its a little overwhelming. 

Day 6 - Something Different

Majority of the outlets in my new house are like this...upside down. Not sure why and half of them have white covers while the other half have beige. Its been quite surreal doing stuff to the house already. I decided to keep all of them white although I didn't realize how many outlets were actually in the house. I've been feeling overwhelmed with moving and feel like I haven't made much progress moving stuff. I'm trying to get over a cold and it was a stressful weekend. Hoping for a good week and being able to get majority of my to do list done this week and be all moved in by next weekend. 

Happy New Year! - Day 7 - Something Different

For New Years, I went to the Hollywood Slots with a friend and heard the band Rock Revelation play. I work with one of the singers. It was really crowded, but I had fun. I had never been to the New Years celebration there. I saw my cousin Timmy and his wife Kelly too. 

Day 9 - Something Different

Today was very special. I closed on my very first home. :)

Day 10 - Something Different

Today I got a venti skinny Peppermint Mocha...and cold medicine.

Still not feeling well, but super excited for tomorrow. I can't wait to share the good news!!

Day 11 - Something Different

My coworker Erika got me a Yoda marshmallow lollipop. :)

I read this quote and have been thinking about it today.

I would like to keep that in mind before I react to things that are stressing me out.

"When I do good, I feel good. When I do bad, I feel bad. That is my religion."

-Abraham Lincoln



Day 12 - Something Different

Today I realized that when I don't feel well I am very forgetful. I forgot a bunch of important stuff at my mother's yesterday and today had trouble troubleshooting an iPhone issue. I didn't want to move at all from my desk at work and thankfully it wasn't super busy at work although its been rough working the night by myself in my department. It is going to be very weird starting the day shift in a week. I am excited but also nervous about going to days for the next six months.
I've been thinking about the new year and I am hoping for a lot of good to be happening in 2012. On Thursday I will be able to share my good news. ;)

Day 14 - Something Different

I told my mother about Elf on the Shelf and she went through her decorations and found these two elves from her childhood. They are over 50 years old! Mum said my sister and I could have one. :) 

Day 15 - Something Different

Unlike most years, I waited until the last minute to wrap gifts. I was up very late on Friday night wrapping presents. Yeah, will remember next year to not wait until the last minute. 

Day 16 - Something Different

On Thursday I actually stayed up late and watched the Tonight Show. I rarely watch TV especially late night TV. It was fun to relax after work and watch some television with my roommate.

Day 18 - Something Different

, a photo by drwhogrl on Flickr.

Today I decided I'm going to wear red and green for the rest of the week to be festive. :)

Day 19 - Something Different

I seriously don't think I have ever eaten a purple cupcake. 

Cupcakes appear on my desk magically at work. ;)

Day 20 - Something Different

Sunday I spent with family and we celebrated Grammy's 86th birthday. I'll post pictures soon.

Day 21 -Something Different

On Saturday I went and visited my cousin Melony and her boyfriend Jon and got to meet Emmy, their new cat. Isn't she cute? Its been a fun weekend spending time with family.

Day 22 - Something Different

, a photo by drwhogrl on Flickr.

Today I got an early Christmas present from Nick. I love it! Its from Doctor Who.

Day 23 - Something Different

, a photo by drwhogrl on Flickr.

Today I got to see gingerbread houses that were made at work. I liked this one a lot. 

Have you ever seen a gingerbread house that resembled a scene out of Back to the Future?

Day 24 - Something Different

I tend to be shy and quiet and I try to not be that way. If I am comfortable I can chatter on for hours if someone lets me. Wednesday I spoke honestly at a meeting in front of a group of people how I felt. I didn't hold back and it did feel good to let out my frustrations and be honest. I feel like if something is bothering you don't hide it or complain about it constantly. It felt good to get it off of my shoulders and to move ahead. I feel like you should be yourself and if someone doesn't like you then its their loss to not have you in their life. I am happy to say I do have people in my life that do make me smile and inquire how I am doing on a regular basis.
I liked this quote that I read that reminded me of how I want to be, more confident, especially at work to achieve my career goals and personally in my life outside of work.
"Be confident. And even if you don't feel confident, fake it."