Chix Chat

My back feels much better today, thank God!  It didn’t hurt nearly as much as it did when I hurt it that one time last year.  I would just like to know what the heck I did to it. Its still a little sore but I’m sure it will be almost back to normal by tomorrow. (I hope!)

Anne, have you received my package yet?  I’m sure you did but I don’t think you mentioned it at all.  I know you mentioned "Like one of the quotes in the book you sent….." I’m assuming that was the book in my "care package".

I went to that Christian messageboard and I found what you wrote.  Everyone who responded to you is giving you solid advice.  Yes, the devil tries to make us doubt our salvation.  There are some days, my CLD’s when I can almost hear the devil whispering in my ear, "How can you think God could love a loser like you?  You are not good enough.  You’ll never be good enough!"  And I get scared. But then, I feel God’s peace and I feel Him saying "Michele, I love you just as you are."

Since we were talking about Chaz (well since I was talking about Chaz) I was thinking about him.  Actually, I was thinking about a lot of the people in my old neighborhood.  I wish I could see someone, it doesn’t necessicarily (sp?) be a man a had a crush on… anyone… so when he/she asks "How are you? ANything exciting happening?"  I can smile and say "I met someone."

WHat did you get at Taco Bell the other day?  As I recall, doesn’t most of their stuff have meat in it?  Do they have a special vegatarian menu?  I can’t remember what I ate when I got sick.  I suppose I could eat Taco Bell again, but there is just that mental block in me.

Have you ever tried Subway?  Do they have Subways in Huntsville?  They sell hoagies.  Soo good!  There is a seafood & crab sandwich that is to die for!  The bread is so soft and fresh, the tomatos are so juicy…. mmmm…. I better stop or I’ll start drooling all over my keyboard!

well, thats it for today! Until next time, take care and God Bless!

God Bless THe USA!

Hi Anne!

Yep, I stayed home from work today.  My back doesn’t hurt as bad as it did that one time last year, but I thought I should take it easy so it wouldn’t get any worse.  I’m off work tomorrow as well so hopefully my back will be back to normal by Thursday.

I bought my dad a cd (Frank Sinatra) for Father’s Day.  Danielle and Brian got him gadgets for his car.  We didn’t go out to dinner or anything.  My dad isn’t the "going out to dinner" type.  Actually holidays like Father’s Day and my dad’s birthday is a bit awkward for me.  My dad and I aren’t really close.  We just dont talk a whole lot.

Wow, it looks like you were pretty busy yourself over the weekend.  Four stores in two days?  Zoiks is right!  Well, no one could ever accuse you of being lazy, thats for sure!

When you said "just curious" when Ron was asking why you was asking about his birthday, I probably would have said the same thing.  Of course I would have thought of a witty comeback…. two days later!  I always envied people who can just so easily think of things to say right off the top of their heads.

Yes, Ron telling you about the burrito was too much information! *giggle*  I’m sure you had very um…. "pleasent" visions of him after he made that statement.  I haven’t eaten at Taco Bell myself for at least two years.  I got "sick" on it one time, and I’ve been afraid to go back there.]

So Ron is 48 or 49, eh?  Chaz is (or will be) 47.  Just from some of the things you tell me about Ron, he reminds me so much of Chaz. If Ron was this wonderful Christian man and the two of you fell in love, the age difference wouldn’t be such a big deal.  I mean, your both adults for goodness sakes.  If you met a wonderful Christian man who was 48 and you started dating him, I wouldn’t think anything of it.  To me age is just a number.

thank you for sharing the link to the Christian messageboard.  I will check it out. I’m sorry that you were down pretty much all of the weekend.  I wish we lived close to each other.  I would love to take you out (of course you would drive because I dont!) and try to cheer you up.  Go to the movies, see something funny.  Even rent a few comedies.  Laughter is truly good medicine for the soul.  It does wonders for stress.

My computer’s been acting kinda strange lately itself.  I’m telling you, our computers are in cahoots with each other!  They say "lets see who we can drive insane first… Anne or Michele!"  I think it will be a tie between the both of us!

I did mention to Bob on the phone last night about my fears when he comes here in August.  He assured me (for the 100th time) that there was no way I could disappoint him and he would never ever persuade me into doing something I didn’t feel comfortable in doing.  I feel so much better.  And thank you so much for keeping this situation in your prayers!

Well, thats it for today!  Until next time take care and God bless!

God bless the USA!

Michele

Hi Anne!

Short note today… maybe maybe not.  Its about 7:30am and I’m debating on whether or not to call off work.  My stupid back is bothering me again!!  I don’t know what the heck I did to it!  Anyway, if I do call of work, I’ll be home to write a longer e-mail.  If not, I’ll write a longer e-mail tomorrow or later on today.

have a great day!  Take care and God bless!

God bless The USA!

(I’m losing it!  I was going to write God bless "Michele"!)

Michele

Hi, Michele!

No problem about not writing on Friday, although I was a little surprised. I do understand though.

It sounds like the weekend at the store was horrendous! I’m not surprised that people waited til the last minute to get their cards, but I’m sorry to see that it was taking such a toll on you! I’m very glad that you made it through okay. What did you do for your dad to celebrate Father’s Day?

This weekend I worked double shifts both days! Four stores in two days = zoiks! Plus I have another store tonight, one on Wednesday, and one on Friday. Not to mention two stores on both Saturday and Sunday of the next weekend. Man.

Ron worked both stores on Saturday and ran the first store yesterday, so that was kind of interesting. On Saturday, en route to the second store, he was telling us how he got a ticket three years in a row on his birthday. Curious, I ventured to ask, "So, when is your birthday?" He asked, "Why do you want to know?" I said, "Just curious." (I wish I’d said sarcastically, "I’m writing a book.") Someone else mentioned that I knew it was another ***** person’s birthday, then Ron casually changed the subject. Now I’m curious why he’s so protective of that info! I heard he was a private person, but sheesh! Maybe he thought I wanted to know the year - which I do - but I was just wanting the month and day. Apparently it’s classified!

Also on Saturday, I was wondering aloud if we’d stop and get a bite to eat - you know, since we’d probably be gone about 12 hours working both of those stores and traveling. The others told me to ask Ron. I did: he replied that he accepts bribes. En route to Taco Bell, he mentioned again that he accepted bribes, to which I responded, "I’ll buy you a burrito…?" He said, "Y’all do not want me to eat a burrito." (Talk about too much information.) Another employee was really surprised that Ron agreed to stop somewhere; they were, like, "How did you get him to do that?" I told them, "I asked him."

As we left Sunday’s store, one lady in the van told Ron, "Well you’re six years older than I am, but …" and then whatever else she was talking about. I was intrigued; Sara whispered that Ava - the lady who said that - was either 42 or 43. So Ron is either 48 or 49!! Whoa! Sara also managed to ask yesterday, "Ron, do you have any kids?" to which he replied, "H*ll no." Sure, *that* he’ll share.

Mood-wise - I was down a lot of the weekend. This morning I woke up okay then got to work and was down a bit. It’s a veritable roller coaster ride. (Hopefully I’ll soon learn from that not to trust my feelings, but to go by faith!) I *know* I think about it too much; I’m really trying to trust God and not worry so much. As I keep saying, the Bible tells us over and over to not worry/be anxious. Still it’s tough to do sometimes. I don’t mind at all that you told Bob; I need all the prayers that I can get! You asked about that Christian message board - it’s the "community" link at the www.wayfm.com site, which is a local Christian radio station’s site. That was the one that did have a lot of great forums, but they deleted most of them and left only three basic ones.

I had forgotten all about the test until you mentioned it! With all of that work this weekend, I was so glad to not have any homework. I plan to read the next chapter this evening before the gig, so maybe I’ll be ready.

I can relate to your feelings about Kristin; heck, who couldn’t? It is annoying bordering on infuriating when someone gets special treatment at work just because of friendship with the boss, especially when they’re not carrying their weight and getting away with it.

Well, I’m receiving email on my work computer now, but it’s still acting weird. For one thing - the monitor isn’t working right: pictures aren’t clear and everything on the screen is much bigger than I’m used to. Plus, it takes a looooooong time for the thing to boot up.

So Bob is going to visit in August? I’d say it’s very normal for you to be nervous about meeting him. I hope that you will both have an open mind and be optimistic about meeting; if you do that I don’t think you’ll have to worry about disappointing each other. About his "expectations" - I really hope he doesn’t expect anything during his *first* visit, for sure!! Still, I know what you mean about having those feelings and worrying that you’ll give in. But don’t sell yourself short! I will definitely pray about this for you.

That’s all for today. Talk to you soon! God bless!

Anne

I am sooo sorry I didn’t write to you on Friday!  I had went out with Shelly in the afternoon, and by the time I got home I figured you were finished working.  Bad Michele!!

Anyway, we saw Scooby-Doo.  It was cute.  Matthew Lillard (Scream, 13 Ghosts) plays Shaggy and does an amazing job at it!  He sounded just like him! The theater was pretty crowded, mostly kids and their parents.  I looked at Shelly and mused, "I think we’re the only adults here who don’t have a child with them."

Anyway, how are you?  I hope you had received my package by now, and I hope it lifts your spirits.  That Christian messageboard you posted a prayer request on, what is the address for it?  Yes, to simply "trust Jesus" is sometimes best.  I told Bob about it ( I hope you don’t mind) and he said "Well, Anne will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers."

I hope you did well on the test, even though you didn’t feel confidant about it.  I’m sure you did well.  I don’t think you ever failed a test since you and I started talking to each other over a year ago.  Me?  I’m the queen of cramming!  I waited until the last second to study for a test, and somehow I always managed to make A’s & B’s on them… well, except for my 10th grade history class.  Jeeze-Louise, that class was tough!  I shamefully admit that I cheated on a test or two just to pass the class with a low C.

Yes, Kristin is the same one whose friend was attacked (that was the Labor Day incident).  I can tell that Kristin is one of Nora’s "favorites"  I mean, I’m not trying to sound like I’m jealous and I do like Kristin and Nora but think about it, If Nora didnt like Kristin, she would have been gone after the first time she didn’t show up for work.  THey just seem so "chummy" with each other.  I try not to let it bother me, and for the most part it doesn’t, mainly because Kristin doesn’t use it to her advantage.  I know I can talk to you about these things because I know you would probably feel the same way if you were in my shoes.

Also, me and Danielle were talking last night and well, rememer the whole "you don’t do your work" incident last October and then a few weeks later Mary, Ed, Sue, and Audrey were fired?  Well, I think I told you when the "you don’t do your work" incident happened, Mary was in the back with us, and as Nora was berating me, Mary just stood there.  Didn’t come to my defense or anything.  So when she was fired, just a teeny-tiny part of me smugly thought "good."  Was it wrong for me to feel that way?  I mean, I know this happened over 8 months ago but I think about these things from time to time.  Mary was definitely Nora’s pet.  I mean, even to this day she willl go on and on about how wonderful Mary was.  Mary was nice and everything, but I didn’t see how she was so great.  Oh well.  I shouldn’t dwell on it, huh?  I just thought I would get that off my chest.

Speaking of work, its been a pretty hectic weekend.  Yes, people as usual waited until the last minute to buy their Father’s day cards and gifts.  Unbelievable! It wasn’t as busy as it was Mother’s Day weekend, but I was really stressed out.  I even felt dizzy a couple of times and I was short of breath, a couple things that happen when I’m about to have a panic attack.  Thank God I calmed myself down and didn’t do anything embarassing like scream or pass out!

I think my anxitey is also stemmed from thinking about Bob coming here in August.  I’m just scared that I’m going to disappoint him somehow (and vice versa).  Also I’m worried thinking he might have certain "expectations" from me, you know, sexually?  He assures me that he respects my wishes and would wait forever for me, but I get scared that he might eventually lose patience with me.  I’m afraid that in moment of passion I might let things go to far only to feel horribly guilty about it afterwards.  I mean, before I had someone I could firmly say "I won’t do this or that before I’m married" but now that I do, and we will soon be in each other’s arms, it isn’t so easy.  I don’t want to do anything to disappoint God, and yet I’m painfully aware of all these feelings I’m having. Anne, could you please pray about this situation? I really would appreciate it!

well, that’s it for today.  Until next time, take care and God bless!

God bless the USA!

Michele

Hi Anne!

I’m sorry I didn’t write yesterday.  I’ve been so busy and last night our computer was down! GRRR!!

Anyway, I’m pressed for time today as well, but I thought I would send you some pics of my sweetie!

I hope they go through okay! Thats his kitty, Samanatha with him.

I will write you a longer e-mail soon, I promise!

Until next time, take care and God bless!

God bless the USA!

Ok everyone,  here are my reviews of the last six movies I’ve seen in the theatre (from first to last).  I know …. "who cares?", right? (lol)

1) The Lord Of The Rings- by far and away one of the BEST movies I’ve seen in quite awhile!  THe music … the special effects … the acting is all first rate.  Three hours wasn’t enough for me and it left me wanting more!  If you haven’t seen it yet and are thinking "well, I’ll just wait for it to be released on video"  I urge you to SEE IT IN THE THEATRE!!

2) Not Another Teen Movie-  You know the saying "If I could do it all over again…"  well, I would finish that sentence with … "I would not have wasted my money on that movie!"  It was just stupid and very sexually vulgar.  Ok, movies like "Scary Movie" and "Scary Movie 2" were quite risqué, but NATM, was just ridiculous!  There were a few funny moments, but they were very few and far between.

3) Vanilla Sky- I was quite disappointed in this movie as well.  It’s only saving grace was the acting (Tom Cruise and Cameron Diaz in particular).  I left the theatre with  this huge ? hanging above my head!

4) The Majestic-  After seeing NATM and VS, The Majestic was a wonderful breath of fresh air!  It was a very lovely movie and Jim Carrey was very good in it.  Its only downfall was it was a bit slow moving in some parts, but that aside it’s definitely worth watching.  It’s so wonderful to see a movie without any sex or violence.  I left the theatre with a longing in my heart for the "good ol days" and yet there was a peace in my soul.

5) Kate and Leopold- another very enjoyable movie.  I was swooning over "Leopold".  *Sigh!*  Now why can’t the men of today be like that?!  Anyway, as someone who likes romantic comedies,  I thought this one was very sweet.  FYI= Sleepless In Seattle, is not only my favorite romantic comedy, it is probably one of my all time favorites.

6) Oceans Eleven - another enjoyable movie.  A great cast including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon and Julia Roberts (the first three are not too tough on the eyes, especially George Clooney!).  Fast paced and a witty dialogue.  I haven’t seen the original Ocean’s Eleven yet, but I would like to.

So in ascending order how I liked them (from least to most):

Not Another Teen Movie, Vanilla Sky, Oceans 11, Kate & Leopold, The Majestic and The Lord Of The Rings.

just thought I would share that with you!

Michele

**The opinions expressed here are solely my own and are quite humble, and shouldn’t influence someone’s movie choices in any way! **