FML!!!!!!!!!!!

FML and Beyond!!!!!

Hubby came home on Thursday with some interesting news about work. I looked at him and said "WTF, where are we moving to now?" He said he was offered to go to San Antonio to clean up someone's sht for a few months. I first told him that I don't want to move! San Antonio of all places!!! I do not like south Texas! I grew up in Houston and I wasn't crazy about it. When we lived in Austin, San Antonio would come up in conversation...The first thing that came out of my mouth was "We are not movng to San Antonio"...Now, the company is offering us a lot of money if we decide to move down there...FML! The money is good, but it's not about the money! It's about our happiness as a family. The one thing that blows about this is that we were giving 24 hours to decide that. Even though hubby came home to "discuss" our options, I believe his mind was already made up. He claims that he is bored and he's depressed b/c he doesn't have an outlet and friends! That is not my fault! I am not going to hold his hand to make friends. He doesn't always make the best choice in friends...His one friend that use to live in Indiana is currently in San Antonio! That is just f'n great! His friend seems nice, but he is young. I don't really trust him and I feel that he is hiding something! I think it is ok if hubby goes down there to clean up. I think it's a BAD idea to move down there. I do not feel right about it. I think something bad is going to happen. I wish I could explain why, but I can't. I think this could challenge our marriage. I think hubby wishes I can turn off my feelings and get over this. I am not going to do that. I am tired of "sucking it up". I shouldn't have too. I have supported every decision we have made when it comes to our future. Moving up to Indiana has been the best decision we have ever made. I just wish hubby can see that! I think he needs a hobby and prof. help about his depression! Hubby is going to have to deal with my crappy attitude! If I have to suffer, so does he! He is going to have to deal with my emotions. I may come to terms with this or not. I do believe something better will come along if he is patient. I truly wish I can stay here until the contract is over with! Unfortunately, I can't! I love my husband very much and he knows that! I do want him to succeed, but not take the first opportunity b/c he's bored! This is not how we do things!

WTF...the saga continues with Premier

Since my last post, I finally got a decent nights sleeping. I was so pissed the last few days...ok, it's been over a week...I haven't slept well at all. It may not be a big deal to some, but I have been screwed over on so many levels. Anyway, I contacted Premier b/c I wanted to investigate what I was told from a certain jewelry consultant. I called Customer Service and explained what had happened...Here is how it went...

Me: I was recently suckered into hosting a party for next week...
CS: You mean, pressured? She is also laughing as we were talking lol
Me: Yes, but I have a few extra words that I will not say over the phone lol
Me: I told the girl NO 3xs and she still insisted on me hosting the party
Me: I asked the girl what would happen if I canceled the party...in advance or last minute. She hesitated to tell me. Once she finally did, she tried to explain that I would have to pay back a certain percentage back...WTF?
CS: Pay back what? There is nothing to pay back!
Me: I know, right? That didn't make sense to me
Me: I told CS that I would rather return the necklace that I bought and ask for my money back...
Me: Is the person I booked the party from affected in "Any Way"...like does she have to pay anything back or give anything back...discounts, freebies, etc...
CS: UM NOOOOOOO
CS: Do I need to call the consultant and have a lil talk with her?
ME: LOL Not right now, I am not ready give up her name...
CS: I understand...just let me know if we can help out in any way

There is enough people w/i my circle of friends that is not happy with her "approach". So, it could cost her...I am not ready to get her fired lol...she just needs to have a different approach for her business.

Now, I am serisously ready to cancel the party. If no one RSVP by Thurs...then bye bye Premier Party!!!

Very Frustrated!

I am frustrated. I haven't slept well and here is the reason why. Lately, I've been going to these home parties with my girl friends. Although, they are a lot of fun, but annoying at the same time. The company is awesome, the products are great, but they make it appealing and you want to buy everything...Plus the freebies they tell you if you host the stupid parties :). I would rather take the freebies and skip on hosting the parties. I do not mind opening up our house for a party, but I don't want people to feel they have to buy something. In the last month, I think I have gone to two Premier Jewelry parties. We have had the same girl b/c she is a friend of the group...or a friend of a friend. She is a wonderful person, but business approach suck ass. She doesn't take NO for an answer and you feel like you have to help her out. I do not mind telling people like that NO and I did 3 F'n times that I DO NOT WANT TO HOST A PARTY. She didn't seem to care and insisted that I do...So, now I am pissed! I hate being pushed into something I do not like to do. Seriously! So, I am hosting a party with a good friend of mine. She also hates the idea of doing this as well...Here is the problem, if we cancel the party...We are stuck with some bogus fee...It's B.S! I do not want to assume the Premier girl made this up, but I can't find anything over the internet what would happen if you cancel the party. I understand she is doing her "job", but being pushy doesn't go over well with me. I felt like she didn't want to tell me what would happen if you canceled her party. IMO, you should disclose it in your spiel or signing someone up to host the party...AKA Unfortunately, if you cancel...here is what happens...Blah Blah Blah! I refuse to pay the "fee". I would rather return the necklace that I bought and get my money back. Plus, I would complain to the company. It may be a bitchy thing to do on my behalf...but If you are calling yourself a "Christian" company, it is not the "Christian" thing to do to push people...Teach your employees to be understanding and to move the F@#$ on if someone doesn't want to host a party...Maybe no one will show up to my stupid party to teach the girl a lesson...I love Karma! OK, I am done bitching (for now)...Hopefully, I can sleep now!

Here's an update...

After the yummy food I made for my wonderful hubby...I am PREGNANT! I am currently 16 weeks and I am finally feeling better. I was counting downs the days until I was out of my first trimester. Hopefully, I can enjoy the rest of my pregnancy!

Food, Friends, and Fun in the Sun Memorial Weekend!

My weekend was quite eventful. I absolutely love going on vacation. However, my DH seems to put a dampener on my mood. He is mister cranky pants...every time. Love you hubby if you are reading this :)...


Once we get to our destination, he mellows out a bit...but he is still bitchy. Therefore, I was in a bad mood. Sometimes I dread going on vacation b/c of that. I wish we would mellow out and relax more. He needs a good smack on the head :). Vacation should not be stressful! Anyway, our vacation was good. It was good to see everyone! Our daughter had a blast. She did not sleep well. Therefore, we didn't sleep well. Waking up 6:30 am is a bitch! We had one melt down, but that was it. She just wanted to keep on going, but couldn't take it anymore...On top of that, she came down with a cold! So, I don't blame her.

The ride home was quite eventful. Hubby ended up having a headache, so I offered to drive. The headache could have contributed Mr. Cranky Pants, but I am good at ignoring his moods :). Mika was awesome. The DVD player was set up and she was good to go...Thank God! As I was driving, I thought I saw this...


As I was driving, I kept on looking to my left to see if it was a tornado or just my imagination...It was definitely my imagination, but the weather was shty! Once we arrived, I had to go to choir rehearsal (Sweet Adelines). I was debating on having a drink before rehearsing, but didn't lol. So, all I have to say is...Home Sweet Home! Here are a few picts. from the fabulous Memorial Weekend Festivities...and a recipe my wonderful SIL made for breakfast...SOOOO YUMMY!!

BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

Ingredients
5 green onions, chopped, divided
1 tomato, chopped, divided
12 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
12 eggs
1/3 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat Sour Cream
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Directions
1.Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
2.Reserve 2 tablespoons each onions and tomatoes. Cook bacon in large skillet until crisp. Remove bacon with slotted spoon to paper towels; reserve 1 tablespoon drippings in skillet. Add mushrooms to skillet; cook and stir 2 minutes or until tender. Remove from heat. Chop bacon. Add to skillet with onions and tomatoes; mix well.
3.Beat eggs and sour cream with whisk until well blended. Pour into greased 13x9-inch baking dish; top with bacon mixture and cheeses.
4.Bake 30 minutes or until center is set. Sprinkle with reserved onions and tomatoes. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting to serve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Chili worked! Now, lets move on to LINGERIE!

I made Chili last night and it was awesome. I was afraid I added too much chili powder, b/c it came pouring out of the container fast (oops)...My hubby still wanted to add more hot sauce...I am glad that he enjoyed it :). The best part is that I got what I wanted later that night :). Even better, I was finally able to wear lingerie...I have beautiful lingerie that I have invested from Victoria Secret and many moons ago, hubby told me that he doesn't like lingerie...Seriously? WTF? FRICKER lol!!!! He said that it doesn't do anything for him...Now, I wished I had told him that I want my money back BTCH. Yes, ladies (or whoever reads my blog) he is a strange man. Most men love lingerie and even the slutty ones. Last night he gave me permission to put something on...Sorry hubby, that's how it comes out :). He has a lot of hang ups when it comes to "bedroom activities" and failure. I would love to thank his ex for that...Thanks BTCH! Anyway, he has finally realized that "our bedroom activities" is not about HIM...I HAVE NEEDS...MANY NEEDS lol. I am also a rare breed, but that's another story for another time. I am happy that after 10 years of being together, he is acknowledging it...It's all about baby steps with my hubby :). It's a huge accomplishment and a step in the right direction! LOVE YOU HUBBY OF MINE! Now the fun begins...The hunt for LINGERIE...VICTORIA SECRET THAT IS!!!!



Now, I wish I had boobs to wear the slutty ones :D...I am President of the IBTC club!!!

Makin Crock Pot Chili for hubby tonight b/c I need something from him

I decided to make one of my hubby's fav. dish...Crock Pot Chili! Well, #1 I love my hubby and #2 I need a favor from him lol...Hubby and I have been trying to have another baby since Feb. I've also been busy with Sweet Adeline competition. So, I've been busy and exhausted. My new OB dr...Who is very attractive btw (sorry hubby if you are reading this)...He suggested that I try an ovulation kit. Since I am irregular, I decided to give it a try...The last few months I have been 10 days late or so (just lovely). The doctor at the hospital (prev. blog) confirmed that I wasn't preggers....FRICK!!! I've been peein on the stick since two weeks ago...Lo and Behold, I have a positive stick :)...So, here is what I need from hubby....The Best F'n Michael Phelps Swimmers a girl can get!!! So, tonight I am making Chili!!! It's very easy to make...

Brown hamburger meat (or ground turkey if you want to be healthy)...
Garlic Powder
Chili Powder (Eye Ball It)...don't do what I just did "Sht, I put too much in"...but I think it will be ok...he likes it spicy!
Diced Onion
Diced Tomatoes
Red Kidney Beans...doesn't matter what you buy
Tomato Sauce
1 cup of water or more if you want it saucy

Combine everything in the crock pot and VOILA!!!

Yummy Italitan Dish...Anti Diet

I made a yummy Italian dish before I went to Sweet Adelines rehearsal. It is definitely not intended to those who are dieting...but, it's still good if you are wanting to cheat. This is another recipe that says it's 4 servings...but it's really not...

Fatty Ingredients

Sweet Italian Sausage
Penne Pasta (you could use wheat pasta if you want to try to be healthy)
Ricotta Cheese (2 cup)
Parmesan Cheese
Unsalted Butter
EVOO (yes, I said it...)
1 Onion chopped (I can't chop worth sht...so don't ever come near me with a knife lol)
Parsley (I am lazy, so therefore I didn't buy fresh Parsley)

Boil your pasta until it's done (10-12 mins)
Brown the OH SO SWEET ITALIAN SAUSAGE
Sauteed your onions

When the pasta is done, drain (put back in the pot), add butter, and cheeses...

I have never cooked with ricotta cheese, so it may look clumpy in your pasta...That is pretty much it. You can do whatever you want to the parsley and onions....I sprinkled it over the pasta and cut up the sausage...

Thanks again Rachael Ray!

"I am like Tinker Bell, I need the applause to LIVE"!

So, I have decided that the perfect quote for me is..."I am like Tinker Bell, I need to applause to LIVE". When I heard that on GLEE, I'd about died. That is perfect for me! As a child, the choir/GLEE club and drama club was never encouraged. So, I never pursued it b/c I always doubted myself. The one thing that I did fall in love with was the Applause. It made me come alive. So, here is a update. A few months ago, I decided to join Sweet Adelines. Why? I need an outlet. The best outlet that I have loved is Singing. My other passion (currently) is photography, but I am still new to the game. A while back, I went to visit my best friend over the XMAS holidays. She introduced me to this awesome show called "The Sing Off". I knew then that this is my calling...join a Sweet Adeline group. I had called them before I left for the holidays, but know one called me back. When I saw the show on TV, I knew I needed to pursue it. My first meeting was January. I was a little intimidated b/c everyone was much older than me....a lot older :). The minute I heard them sing, I had goosebumps. This group needs young blood to spice up the place :). These women accepted me...like all of me from day one. They thanked me for a month for walking in their doors and into their hearts. They gave me a sht load of music along with the competition ballads to memorize. After many weeks of rehearsal, we just had our Region 17 competition. We won 3rd place for small chorus. Our sister group won 1st place for medium chorus. It was amazing! I am so proud of everyone! The Pride of Toledo will be competing for international in Houston, Tx next year. The best part is they invited me/want me to join their group. Their choir director has asked my choir director to join. My choir director is a bit nervous b/c she is afraid that she is going to lose me to their group. I wouldn't do that to the group. I practically live, eat, and breath for this group...However, I am thinking about becoming a duel member. I think it would be awesome to compete in Houston...I do feel guilty about giving my wonderful hubby extra responsibilities. Plus, I have a feeling it would be temporary. If we have another baby, I would have to drop down to one choir...There is so much to think about! I should give it a shot while I have the chance...Hmmmm Think, Think, Think...

Mac and Cheddar Cheese made for the Duggar Family

So, I've been trying to cook more. When I say more, I mean not from a box. I don't mind cooking from a box b/c I am usually tired at the end of the day. On Sunday, I cracked open Rachel Rays cook book...I made Sweet Italian Sausage braised in Onions w/horse radish smashed potatoes...sooooo yummy according to my wonderful hubby...Thank you Rachel Ray, I will make this again! Yesterday I decided to make this...

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/mac-and-cheddar-cheese-with-chicken-and-broccoli-recipe2/index.html


I followed the recipe to the T except I used 2%milk instead of whole milk. The recipe says it's for a serving of 4...HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA....seriously? I told hubby that the recipe is for a serving of 4. When he looked in the pot, he said "Holy Sht"! Serving 4 my A$$....it's more like it was made for the f'n Duggar Family! I guess the pasta decided to multiply by the SHT LOAD! It was yummy, but we will be eating this for two weeks lol...

It's not a party until someone goes to the hospital!

It's not a party until someone goes to the hospital...Seriously, that was me. Here is how it all went down...Before I went out for the night, I started having a burning sensation in my stomach. So, I decided to take some tums b/c I wasn't going to miss this event. Once the burning went away, I was able to eat something b/c I knew there would be alcohol involved :). For those who know me, I don't need alcohol to have a good time. I am just as crazy so I don't need it lol...but I wanted to have some wine b/c it was long week taking care of my beautiful, stubborn daughter. Once I arrived, I noticed that N brought Maui Splash wine. That sht is good! So, there were like 5 other women in line for the wine...it was that good. I filled my cup about a 1/4 knowing that I had to share :)...sipped that for a while, had a dessert (choc chip goodness), and decided to polish off the rest of the wine in the bottle. There wasn't that much left...just enough to wet the bottom of my cup. That was it for the night! So, then I nibbled on some fruit and the party began :)...lots of laughing, chatting, singing karaoke (horrible singing), rinse and repeat...plus lots of pictures...totally bitch'n party! Love you B.G!

Anyway, towards the end of the night, I started feeling bad. The burning/indigestion came back. I felt like I was going to be sick to my stomach. I sat myself down and had some water. The water definitely helped and I was able to drive home. And no, I wasn't drunk! Once I got home, I took some tums and went to bed...Then it all turned into crap about 3:30 am (two hours of sleep). I woke up with extreme burning, and the feeling of I am going to sht my brains...and I did...Then I started to feel like I was going to throw up...I woke hubby up and asked him to bring be a trash bag...The trash can was right next to the toilet, but I wasn't thinking...I didn't want to dump the trash out and make a mess lol...So, it began...both ends non stop! All of the sudden the room started to spin along with the sweating...My temperature must have spiked up to like 104 w/i seconds...I remember saying to my hubby "oh the spinning, the room is spinning." I was sitting on the toilet when the room started spinning and I lost control of my balance. My hubby was trying to keep me still from co lapsing and kept my body cool. Then I felt like I was slurring my words...not making much sense I am sure of that :). Then, I passed out and wasn't responding. I do remember my hubby trying to keep me conscious..."Stay with me Stephanie, talk to me Stephanie"...along with slapping my cheeks and prying my eyes open. It was strange b/c I was listening to him and I wasn't able to speak. I was thinking "wtf can't I speak?"...Once that happened hubby let me know he was calling 911...When the operator told him to put me on the floor (on my side) all of my vital signs came back...I was conscious and freezing...but it felt so good to be on the floor...I didn't care if it was dirty lol. Then I was thinking I was covered in sht so I asked hubby to wipe my ass...didn't realize the 911 operator was on speaker until I heard her clear her throat. Then hubby said "Yes, I will wipe your ass"...yep, Stephanie is coming around...back to my normal self...The paramedics came w/i 5 mins...Once the entered the bathroom, I felt totally embarrassed. They picked me up and put me on the gurney and carried me out the door...I felt like f'n Cleopatra! I saw the look on my hubby's face and felt bad for freaking him out...I told him to go next door to see if they can help us out...So, once I was in the ambulance, I kept on thinking that I can't believe I am going to the f'n hospital...As I was talking to the ambulance guys (can't think of their title), I realized how yummy they looked...Oh, this is going to be fun lmao! So, they were asking me a million questions...first one..."What did you do tonight Stephanie?" I was like, I went to a bitchin party! I told them what I had to drink and what I ate that night. I also kept on repeating the chocolate goodness that I had wasn't tank with Marijuana over and over...and that I only had one glass of wine...over and over...Then one guy said..."It must have been some party if you only had one glass of wine"! They were awesome! I must say, it was kind of kewl to be in the ambulance...Once we arrived at the hospital, the driver came out to assist. Even he was good looking...damn! He said, you have a lot of people helping you out tonight...obviously I didn't mind. So they wheeled me into to the room and asked if I needed help to the bed...I said yes I do b/c I wanted to enjoy this lol...plus my abs were sore along with my Ventral Hernia (knew that I one)...Once they were getting ready to leave I told them "thank you" and "see you later boys" lol...Once I was hooked up to the monitors, the doctor came it...and Damn it, he was cute too...So, I felt like I was talking a million words a minute...Silly me kept on repeating "I only had one glass of wine" and "the chocolate goodness wasn't tank with marijuana"...lol they were like "ummmm we believe you"! A few minutes later, another attractive doctor came in...Hospital full of McDreamys...seriously! He hooked me up with an IV drip and I sucked it dry. My wonderful hubby came in with my daughter. I was so happy to see them! My daughter kept on saying "Mommy doctor" and "mommy boo boo"...It was so cute! A few hours went by and my blood work came back normal. They only thing they said was that I either had food poisoning or stomach virus...can't wait to see that bill lol...Then he took my IV out along with the f'n tape...hurt like a btch and took my arm hair off...Yes, I cried, but that sht hurt...I was happy to be going home. Poor Toby (oldest cat) starred me down and watched me like a hawk...He is very protective of his mommy! So, that is my exciting story. I hope to never see another hospital again unless I am giving birth :D! Thank you for all the yummy men that helped me out...Including my wonderful Hubby...I love you very much!!!


Picts. from the party

Chocolate or Poo...

My daughter followed me into the kitchen this morning. When I turned around, she had something brown and gooey on her fingers. I immediately smelled her fingers to make sure it wasn't what I think it was...Yes, I said it...I smelled her fingers...It didn't smell, so I washed her hands...and threw up in my mouth :)...We have been potty training, so it wouldn't surprise me if it was the other...She is a very curious girl. Then again, she doesn't like to be messy either. I did bake choc. chip cookies the other night...I am going to tell myself it was a choc. chip...Thank god she hasn't done Poo Art...

A lil of this a lil of that...

My wonderful, dh, bought be a Cannon Rebel SLR camera for Xmas. He said "If I am going to spend this amount, I would like for you to take a class"...I agreed and bought him a Play Station 3. I signed up for a basic class at the Parks and Recreation center. It was totally cheap and so worth it. Now, I officially understand my camera and the crap it allows me to do :D...It's freakinfantastic!!!! What do you think? Any readers?? Anyone, Anyone??

Crock Pot Lemon Chicken

A few months ago, dh and I bought a crock pot...We've been putting it off, but we finally bought one. Since I stay home with our daughter, I don't always (don't feel like) have time to cook and chase around a cute toddler ;)...So, the crock pot is the answer. I love to throw crap in and watch it cook for hours. The best part is that our house smells good with whatever the hell I am cooking...My first attempt is the obvious Pot Roast. My second attempt is Crock Pot Lemon Chicken. I hosted a Moulin Rouge party for my moms group. Since Moulin Rouge is french, I had to come up with a french style dish. So, I found this...http://www.easy-french-food.com/crockpot-lemon-chicken-recipe.html....It turned out freakinfantastic! However, the second time that I cooked it was just ok...It was great IMO, but DH thought I added too much lemon juice. My third attempt of making this delicious dish, I added too much Dijon Mustard...oops...So, note too self...follow the actual direction :)...enjoy the recipe for whoever reads my blog...Sorry no picture of my dish...

Sometimes, It's not all about you...

Sometimes, It's not all about you...

I wish I would have said this out loud to my dh, but I didn't. So, I am typing this out b/c I want to have a peaceful night. DH and I are trying to have another baby. Most women who ovulate only have a small window to create a human being. Apparently, my dh doesn't like to have just sex...it has to mean something. He knows that I have a small window of opportunity, so it's not ALL ABOUT HIM. This time, it should be about me. I am the one that carries the baby for 9 months. I should be able to tell my dh that our home work for the next THREE DAYS is to "get busy"...I get that it should be romantic and fun...but if I have to wait on dh to make it special...then, we missed our window to create a life...I don't have that much time to fuck around. I may still be 30, but I don't want to have another baby in my mid thirties...the opportunity is now...So, DH of mine if you are reading this..."IT'S NOT ALL ABOUT YOU"!!!!!