1st Anniversary and my new toy

First, I have a new toy. I have wanted this for 4 years and it is finally mine. Unfortunately, I am not willing to tell you what it is yet, so you can guess (only if I haven’t already told you).

Yesterday was our 1st anniversary. It’s amazing how fast the year went. Vanessa planned a weekend away for us in Big Bear. I took off early from work on Friday and we drove up. When we got to the Bed and Breakfast they had fresh cookies waiting for us and showed us to our room. V booked the Presidential Suite, so we had to rough it with a stone fireplace, a Jacuzzi tub, and a bed that was like 4-feet off the ground (I almost fell when getting out). We set our stuff down, grabbed some cookies and some ice tea, and we climbed onto the two-person hammock in the garden. Ahh. I was relaxed immediately. Usually it takes a couple of days for me to unwind, but not this time.

We spent the weekend eating at little restaurants in town, checking out some classic cars (an unexpected car show was going on), and just enjoying each others company. It was really nice. The weather was perfect all weekend. I love you Ness. Thank you for a great weekend.

The job is going well. I find myself smiling sometimes for no reason. Today, Barney called in sick (cough, cough). I was proud that I was able to keep up with his stuff and my stuff without getting behind or getting flustered. I knew I could hand stuff off to my dad for help, but I didn’t, because he won’t be there soon. I am trying not to rely on him except when it is absolutely necessary. It has been extremely rewarding working with him. Aside from the fact that he buys me lunch every day, I have been able to spend a lot of time with him and to see how much everyone depends on him.

Congratulations to Brian and Kelly. Sorry I couldn’t be there. I will update on Thursday and let you know what my new toy is….