Pill Popper

I've been having severe headaches at work here lately. I'm tired of having to pop Advil every freakin' day! And I loathe the idea of being dependent on pills to make me feel better or rather, to get through the day. The pressure is surmounting and there's nothing I can do in my control to make it all better. I hate the heebie-jeebies when the deadlines draw closer!

Manic Monday

Monday...one must never expect much out of it. It seems like for all those work slaves, they're being cursed for having a 2 day weekend by having to face with Mondays. For all the fun that we had on weekends, we'll be punished on Mondays. This repetition never seems to cease. Unless you already have beaucoup bucks or hit the jackpot, you're being cursed; just like everybody else.

I, myself is not a big fan of Mondays. I read in those motivational cards shit like, "every morning, keep telling yourself that you'll have a perfect day and you will". What kinda crap is that? For Pete's sakes, I've been telling myself that every freakin' day for the past 10 years.

It was pouring this morning. I really don't like it when it rains in the morning because I'll have shitload of things to take with me to the car....then I have Ryan. Go figure. But this morning, he was in a better mood. I didn't make my usual routine which is stopping by McDonald's to get his cheese McGriddle, instead I packed Fruit Loops for him. You know, as though Monday's not bad enough, then you walk in your office and see "uninteresting" faces and not to mention annoying familiar faces. I mean, it was early and I haven't got my much needed caffeine, and then "wham"! There they were.....the "faces" which I really don't care to stare at much less be affable with. Not this early. Fine! I'm mean but who cares. When you walk in the office, you should tell yourself to look for pretty and pleasant faces as a "pick me up". Heaven forbid, I did.....and I had to settle for what's available ;-) lol. And what was available....I shouldn't finish my sentence. I'd rather not. That's why I love my high walls. To repel the hideous and unpleasant sights!!!!! It won't be too bad after I get my cappuccino. It's as similar as alcohol. I don't drink but from what I heard, after your 5th glasses of Budweiser, everybody in the same room look very pleasant!!!

What a weekend

This must be my weekend. UK played University of South Carolina today in Rupp. South Carolina can't be disregarded because they have better 3 point shooters compared to Kentucky.

But from what I heard, after 3 consecutive losses by Kentucky, Tubby finally found something he felt that he needed to do to lift the spirits of the players. Apparently he took all the boys to watch "Glory Road" right before the game against Georgia. Glory Road talks about the winning of the Texas team against Kentucky back in the 60's. That was much needed to get these boys fired up. This team didn't play as ONE before. They didn't play with heart. It was more individual versus TEAM! Before the Georgia's game, all the boys left their egoes in the locker room where it belonged. Evidently, Tubby did something good to ameliorate the self-esteems of these boys. I heard, he got the Sports Psychologist to give a talk to the team. Whatever he did, it is working well.

Bobby Perry had his career high today. I really didn't care for this kid before. He made silly mistakes one too many times. But today, he played not like the usual Perry I've seen. We were down before the final minute. Sparks scored an NBA 3 way behind the line; maybe 5 foot behind the 3 point line. He started the momentum. Then, Rajon Rondo hit the game-winning 3 in the final 2 seconds! UK played with heart lock, stock barrel today!!!! Final score was 80-78 :-)

Good God! This is one of the most nerve-wrecking game this season. I screamed, I shouted, I clapped, I yelled, I cursed; you name it. My hands were swollen from clapping so hard. I know I sounded like I'm off my rocker but I'm this passionate about Kentucky's basketball. It has something to do with pride. When UK wins, I have a strong reason to come to work every Monday mornings.

As if that's not enough, today, the #1 ranked team in the country, Duke lost to Georgetown. What a game. Although JJ Redick scored 41 points, Duke still lost to Georgetown. Their fans went hysterical by running down to the court, as though they just won the National Championships!! Beating a higher ranked team means a lot to any team. Especially if you're either unranked or ranked lower. That's how crazy College Basketball is. It's all about pride.

Then I saw that our archrival University of Loserville, oops! my bad! University of Louisville lost to 3rd ranked University of Connecticut (UConn) by 13!!!! I can't ask for anything more this weekend!!! Close to perfect ;-)

Rick was going to play basketball with his cousin, Johnny Owens at a gym somewhere. I was dead bored sitting at home all day so I decided to go with him. We took our nephew Nick along. Ryan was excited because he loves playing ball. But when they started playing, I had to stop him from going in the court. He was throwing a fit and I must admit, I was a little embarassed by his misbehavior. He cried non-stop! Nick played like a superstar. I was so proud watching him play. I can't believe he's that good. With continous practice, that boy will be a great ball player one day.

So that's pretty much happened on my Saturday! I was hoping the weather would be warm enough for me to be doing something with Ryan. But the weather forecaster lied again! Damn! I guess that's the only job that gets paid and get away with lying.

It's been awhile

It seems like forever since I blogged. It's almost pathetic that I can't seem to find the time to be alone on my laptop and start typing away my feelings, thoughts, mood etc for the day. It seems like a privilege to get on the computer and be on it for as long as I want. Kids do that to ya, don't they? In retrospect, I kinda miss the liberty & freedom of having my "alone" time. But hey, I'm not complaining. It's just that when you decide to start a family, ineluctably you sacrifice your privileges which sometimes not by choice. Ok I'm trying to see the light at the end of the unknown tunnel ;-)

That picture depicts hell hole LOL. As confined as it may seem, this is the place where I make a decent living. For cluster phobics, this cube is just not cut out for them. I'm fine with it. It ain't as big as I want it to be but heck, I have all the privacy I wanted.

For Pete's sakes, I'm totally out of ideas on how to put my thoughts on the screen. I totally suck!!! Maybe when I'm more relaxed, less intensed, I'll be able to pour my hearts out. In the meantime, Happy New Year!