Finals, Finals, Finals!

It's about that time to put the finishing touches on a few assignments, so I better get cracking again. Of course, I've been so busy with some things, like assembling a graduate portfolio.   It's one of those weeks where timee can be both friend and enemy.

Met with one of my instructors to view my portfolio.  She was impressed.  :-)  I'm glad I was able to get feedback from her.  I now have to create a resume proper.  Man, I'm going to be pooped from all the work.  LOL

Song of the Day: "Closer" by Tracie Spencer.  Why?  It's not that well known, and I doubt it even had airplay, but I love to hear it  it always reminds me of Christmas 1999, whene I worked for Disney.  Good memories, crazy times.  I was sober through all of it, I swear.  LOL

Today was an Iced Latte Kinda Day

Hello,

I'm knee deep in mock-up sketches for a cd design.  As usuall, I'm never staisfied with the first version, so I go on and create some more.  I took a break to remind myself that I wrote nothing for my blogg today.  It was the perfect break moment, as I began to get tired of my rather poor sketches.

I wrote up an inventory of my skills, and quite frankly, I have a whole lot of software and artistic skills.  Sometimes you can loose sight of who you are trying to catch up with others, when all that time you have the tools necessary to take you to first place, and hold your own.  I can do whatever, can't I?  It's all a state of mind.

I will write more of my work day later, possibly tomorrow, since this is a quick break.  For those who read this, "believe in yourself, and take stock in your skills.  You will be amazed at who you are, and what you can do."  That is my Tip of the Day.
 

Pass Me Another Vanilla Latte Please

Yesterday, my co-worker got me a vanilla latte.  She's so sweet.  She didn't have to do that.  It kept me awake longer than I expected, but that's OK.  LOL.  Good intentions, and desires for thing can come with a price.  Latte's are dangerous.  They placed a spell on me, and that Starbucks has me hook, line & sinker. 

Today I tried to put in my contacts when it seemed everyone was content with bothering me, and insisting on answers.  To make matters worse, I lost the left eye contact.  I am so pissed!!!!!!  The good news was that the lenses were disposable, and it is the last week for them, as I have a fresh pair ready to go.  What makes me upset is that I was in the batroom with the door closed.  Why the hell would anyone want to bother me then?  As I ask that question, I realize that people feel a strong need to feel secure, and I happened to to be the blanket to their Linus.   No use crying over spoiled milk, so I grabbed my glasses and went to work.

I did leave a soda in the fridge, and had to call back home for someone to remove it.   I totally forgot, and was glad it hit me when it did.

I had a meeting about the new format for the e-res pages.  Boy, that meeting was 45 mins. too long.  It lasted an hour.  It was so dry, that I started drawing all over the pages I was supposed to be taking notes on.   I've been doing e-res stuff for 3 1/2 years now.  I had the basics down.  The updated version simply looks different.  I told my boss it was too long, and he agreed. 

Have to meet with one of my instructors on a review of my portfolio.  It's a step in the right direction, so I want the best feedback.  I will get this portfolio launced soon!

Burgers and fries were on the menu today, as I ate them.  I was luck I was in a room by myself, as I belched so loud, I felt that in my chest.  Lord, it was a relief.  LOL.  Thankfully nobody heard me (or so I think).  I said "excuse me" politely.  Pratice makes perfect.   

Tip of the Day: "Don't add sugar to your lattes."  It will only agitate you more than usual.  LOL

Song of the Day:  "Happiness" by Vanessa Williams.  It's such a bubbly song, and so cheerful.  It stays with you for some time.

I've got 2 hrs of work left.

It's almost time to close this place up.  On top of that I've been having a swell day.   Nobody complained.  LOL.  No backackes, and talk of "mucus in one's chest."   LOL.  Praise the Lord.  Nobody knows how annoying and digusting it is to hear that mess, in addition to all the camel noises this co-worker makes.  I've never met any woman who was willing to belckh or fart in front of other people.    

The Ball and Mirror project didn't go so well.  it looks like crap to me.  I suppose that's my own fault for waiting so late.  next time I'll have to do much better.  I have two projects left in my Illustrator.  Don't you know my animation project file got corrupted, again!   I'm so pissed.  I worked on that sucker.  I wanted it to shine!  This time around I made multiple copies, so if something went wrong, I had another back-up.  Good thing too.  I would have lost my mind as a few weeks of work goes down the toilet.  A classmate of mine lost ALL of her current work.  it wasn't pretty.

I have a final presnetation.  I'm doing it on American Realist Thomas Eakins.  Eakins broke rules and conventions.  Also I know a lot about his work.  it makes the research much more easier, as I sort and tease through the information.

Song of the Day:  "The Greatest Romance That's Ever Been Sold" by Prince.  Why?  That son't been in my head all week.  I find myself humming it and singing the lines aloud.  How did it get there?  Not that it's a bad song, but it seem to come from out of the blue.  Thank God I didn't listen to any boy bands or tten pop acts.  Lord I'd be so regretting it now.   LOL

 

Good Morning All

Went from the computer lab to Wal-Mart, and bought some bread, ham, and cheese.  The store clerk joked about me making some sandwiches.  he was right.  I wanted them.  Made some for lunch today.  Alrady ate them.  LOL  Breakfast is good for the day.  LOL

There may be a duty expantion for me at work.  I will find out on Wednesday if I have new duties, as we prepare (yet again, I swear the delays are endless) to move into our new library.  I talked with another co-worker from a diffent dept.  He thinks we're going to have a lot of extra duties, for the same amount of pay as well.  LOL.  This expantion is a mixed blessing.  I'm sure it means I will now have tacked on duties of other departments.  I could be wrong, so I keep that in mind. 

I don't want to do my Illustrator project.  I find it rather cumbersome, and annoying.   This stupid ball and mirror thingie.  I have two finals in the class, and would love to dedicate time to them, and not be in such a jam  later on.  One day I'll have to post the projects, so all can see.

Song of the Day:  "Automatic" by the Pointer Sisters.  Why? It's one of my favorite 80's songs.  I decided I wanted to purchase it from iTunes, and now I can can hear it all I want. 

I'm postive I'm awake now.

Worked on the lawn this moring.  I overslept, and the sun got me just right.  All that water I drank yesterday went to good use, as I sweated it out.  It was too hot, and I ended trimming bushes, and raking up the brances.  It's was all good.

It's raining now, and I wonder if I'm gonna go to Wal-Mart like I said, and get some groceries.  I hate driving in the rain.  At least I don't have to go downtown today, where people drive even worse (I think with their eyes closed). 

Talked to a friend today who is having the best time learing Macromedia Director.  After seeing her work, I have to say, I can't blame her.  She's doing a fantastic job.  If my plate wasn't full, I'd take Director now.  LOL.  Good programs are great to get into.  I have a couple of flash books to do work on, so I'll add those to my "to do" list.

Somebody from work called my home earlier.  I'm sure it wasn't a call I wanted to hear.  Nonetheless, I was way to busy in the yard to answer.  "sides, I got sh*t to do, and places to be.   If I didn't go to Wal-Mart yet, I'll be darned if I go downtown.   LOL

Song of the Day:  "Yeah." by Usher.  I like the song, and I'm not a big Usher fan.  He won me over.  I can't front on that.  LOL 

Thought of the Day:  "What have you got to lose by doing something new?"  The answer is absolutely nothing, although that nothing sometimes holds us back some.  Makes you think.  No? 

I'm in a great mood. I hope it lasts. :-)

It's summer movie time, and I got a few recoomedations from friends, so I have to take the time to go see them.  Everybody who saw Spider Man 2 loved it, and says go see it.  I Robot got some buzz too.  Catwoman is a mix.  Most forum people I spoke to were like "no way" (especially comic book fans, but understandable since the character veers from the comics).  I peeped the trailers, I hope it's good.  I'm a little curious.  I like Halle, so I hope she can pull something off with this series.  Besides, it would be good to see a kick-butt woman of color on the screen. 

I want to buy the last Lord of The Rings DVD, but the budget won't allow it yet.  I have devised a plan to obtain a second job, so all is not lost.  I'll be likely too tired to see it.  LOL.   I will pray for endurance, and peace of mind.

Convinced my supervisor that we needed an online page for the Circulation.  I'm all ecitied about that.  I want all my co-worker's opinions, and I'll design it, and the rest will be history.  :-)  So far this day has been well.
 
Thought of the Day:  "If you're really sick, then why don't you do something about it other than complaining."  I have a co-worker who complains about her life all the time, but doesn't do anything to heal herself.  I thought it was worthsharing. 

Be Well,
---Stacy

THis is the part where I wake up

Hey, it's another day, and life is great.  Last night went fine.  Today was an "I can get up late day," as 11:10 AM came by with me in bed.  I made myself get up, so I can get dressed, and eat.  As it turned out, I didn't eat breakfast, and went to work.  Brought steak & rice for dinner.  :-)   I love a good meal. 

Currently, I'm sleepy, and thoguht about going home early.  I have some compensatory hours to take, and just may do so.  I want to go to bed. 

Song of The Day: "To Your Love" by Fionna Apple.  Why?  I love the song.  Fionna's got a way of making beautiful music and cautionary lyrics blend.  If you don't listen, you won't figure out that she's deliving a warning. 

The day has gone fine, and I can say that the world looks good.  I finished a couple of PowerPoint projects earlier.  I had no idea of what I was doing.  I followed the instructions, but some things didn't make sense.  If I don't get an "A" on these two projects I won't be upset at all.  
 
Met my co-worker's daughter for the first time.  We've only like spoke on the phone for like 2 years.  LOL.  She'd call for her mom, and I'd end up speaking to her.  She's a nice young lady.  Takes right after her mother.  Has a wicked sense of humor. 

I'm working solo tonight, but that's ok, since I had to finish my work.  Now that I'm done, I can write more.  :-)  Y'know, I panicked 'cause I didn't think I could get the work done, but I did, so I'm very happy with myself.   I feel so good about now. so I'm loving this moment.  :-)

Thought of the Day:  "You don't win friends with salad."   I got that from the Simpsons.  It's true.

My allergies finally stopped bothering me.  It was just in time as my follow-up eye exam to see how well the contacts work.  Their fine.  It's getting better to stick thse things in my eyes, although the left one gives me some grief.   I got it in there though.  LOLOL.
 
I was wired off of a Vanilla Latte last night , and went to bed at 3:30 AM.  I was also wired, because I thought I lost my wallet.  As ususal, I put things down, when I'm home, and forget where I place items.  Fortunately, the walled was safe and sound, so I was ok this moring, but late for my computer graphics class. 
 
Watched SVU last night.  I was saddende to see that a mother would use her foster children for a check, muder one of them, and pin the murder on her husband and her other foster child.  That's low, but her ass got busted proper in the end.  One happy ending, at minimum.
 
Song of The Day:  "Heartburn" by Alicia Keys.  Why?  I needed to hear something upbeat anf enjoyable, and I can't reccoment "You Don't Know My Name" without laughing and imitaing that long ass message she left on that guys phone.  "Hello, is This Michael?"  LOLOL

The Xerox instructor showed us a new model Xerox that works like the older one, but looks different.  It has a few funky features, but I wasn't as impressed as I wanted to be.   She was a good instructor and nice, so I can't hate on that. 
 
Today must be a full moon, as a couple of library patrons have had nasty attitudes.  perhaps they were having bad days, and tried to give me thier ill will.  Either way, I have to shrug it off, as I do not have the proper time to wallow in someone else's self-pity.  One woman was all tearful and pissy at the same time.  She didn't want a lecture, she just wanted me to break all of the library's policies for her.  Like that was going to happen.  The next had an attitude, not worth going into detail about.  She's so done.  They did scare off my student worker.  I was not pleased with that.
 
I was late to work, due to bad traffic.  I have to change that, as I like to be palces on time.  My boss really wants eveyone to be on time.  The person who was chronicly late was acting like I was in big trouble, but she was full of it.  Honey, one day doth not make you exempt from your tardiness.  LOL  She's gonna get burned when she walks in with her usual hour late routine. 
 
Ran plenty of errands this morning.  From mailing off my car payment to purchasing Frontline for my cat.   I had to archive a lot of files today.  I'm not nearly as finished as I like to be, but I did a great chunk this morning.  :-)   Later I just had to have Starbucks' Vanilla Latte.  Why I didn't get the small is beyond me.  $5.00 for a cup of latte.  I should have known better.  I need to gas my car, I may do that later on this week.  Gotta have gas.
 
Song of The Day:  "Heaven Must Be Near" by Ingrid Chavez.  Why?  Because when I hear the song, it lifts my spirits, and I can use that after this full-moonish day. 
 
 
 

Hey, I missed a couple of days, but that's ok.  I've been working on a Powerpoint presentation.  The "Me" project for one of my classes.  It took up a lot of my time, and energy.  Boy was I exausted.  I maxed out two solid days of making this project shine.  It looks pretty great.  Design wise I get stronger each day with how to make things look better.   I am pleased with my progress. 
 
Since we last met, I worked on my lawn, and started my allergies up.  My eyes watered so bad, I didn't put my contacts in.  Then the sneezing and sniffling began.  Sigh.  I'm back to glasses.   I'll write more when time becomes available.  Now a have a tepid Xerox tranning session to attend, in spite of the fact that i train people to use the damn machine all the time.  Call it a management issue.  With luck I will learn something new to report back about. 
 
Sincerely,
Stacy

I suppose it's another Sunday, but as usuall, the drama twists and turns. My boss sent me a very passive-aggressive email, which tries to berate me. Since I know better, I won't take the bait. I could care less about him being mean-spirited, but he seems to flip out from time to time. Not even he can ruin my good day.

I have some work to do on a project I should have started Friday, but I goofed around, and lost some time. Typical me. If this power point class wasn't necessary, I don't think I'd take it. Enough whinning about it though. The work is do, so its do or don't time.

Song of the Day: "This Love" by Maroon 5. Why? I just downloaded the song from iTunes, and it's fresh in my ears. :-)

Thought of the Day: If people are testing your patience, then 'ef them. They have no power over your life whatsoever.
That, and the best revenge is living a good, productive life that can't be beaten by callous people.


Peace Y'all

I wish I wrote yesterday, but I was knee-deep in editing a videotape for my class presentation. With that being said, I also got my self some contact lenses. My God, I had no concept of how these things work. I also did't concieve of how I would blink so much. I am somewhat annoyed by the process, but the chance to see a whole lot better iwas too appealing to let go of.

It's real nice. Everything seems much brightere, even at night. LOL. Was I missing out on everything? I know most people can take their vision for granted, but since I am usually as blind as a bat, it made for a better triumph. It's so nice to see all around. :-)

Song of the Day: "Pink Casmere" by Prince. It's highly underrated, but a sexy Prince song nonetheless. it's always good to listen to.

Feeling a little down today, as I desperately search for alternate classes. I did have plans on leaning new software programs in the fall, but alsa that dream hass been dashed. After yesterday's post, I should be happier , however, it ain't easy. :-(

Didn't do much of anything. I don't feel like it. I need a day to mope about.

One co-worker didn't show up to work. She's a mess. She really needs to get her act together cause she's all no work, and all play. Must be nice.

Hello all,

I was knee deep into a Powerpoint project, however, I should have taken to this task this week-end. It would have made it smoother to finish. The project's due on Thursday, so I believe I have the drop on this. Ha! Of course there's another project on the way for next week. It all but assures that I stay in front of the computer working.

I just got an e-mail about the interview I had two weeks ago. The job opening was "cancelled." The band for the job had been changed. I can re-apply when the job is up for grabs again. That sucks. I feel like life's trying to hold me hostage. Perhaps things are happening in a vacumm. The world is not out to get me. Not as long as I have the power to create, and the power to know love. I am invincible. Truth is, I cannot allow myself to feel defeated because of some setbacks. Mind you, it's rough sometimes.

Song of the Day: "Paradise" by Sade. Why? Sade has some of the best songs with the right mix of mellowness and sadness that can push you to feel something good. Paradise is where I'd love to be if I could.

Hello all,

I broke my glasses. I'm so upset! I'll have to make an appointment for Thursday top get my eyes examined, and a new pair. Right now I tried using some glue, but that didn't work. When the opportunity presents itself, I'm getting some contacts, so if I run into problems, I can switch out.

A friend told me that she's having a bad spot with another friend. She has a solution, and I hope it works out. Let's hope things stay calm.

I'm at work today, contemplating why I didn't use my sick leave today (It's cause I'd waste it). The library's all silent. Earlier this girl came in, on a cell phone, and blabbed ALL her business. He man was dumping her for someone else, and she didn't have the sense to carry that conversation elsewhere. She kept raising her voice, and getting upset. She'd excuse herself, come back in calm, then raise her voice again. She did this a few times, until she lfet for good.

I wonder about people who patron the library sometimes. It's like a bad mood day. LOL

It is H-O-T oustside. It's so hot I saw the devil outside hailing a cab. LOLOL!!!!!

Song of This Hot Sweatty Evening: "Take Me Out" by Franz Ferdinand. Why? The song , while not R & B, is slamming. I love to hear it. I've got to get that one for my iTunes collection.

It's early. it's a class day. Learned about creating business cards today. I need to get up and walk. My legs are stiff. I have to go to work today, to make up for the library being closed on Sunday. Boy is that fun. My only consolation is that the library is going to close at 6:00 PM tonight. I'll more than likely write another entry at work, 'cause nobody wants to be seen at the library on Fridays. LOL

Misplaced my ring today. I'll stop by the house before I run to work, and reclaim it.

Today, I got to play with the color printer. This was to test it out. We may not keep it in the library, but it sure is great. Love it.

I may have to quit my job in order to fulfill my college obligations. I was was hoping FA would give me more loans, but they gave me work-study instead. I'll get a job on campus, but I'll more than likely have to get a second job, if they don't add something to the plate.

Sent a letter to the department head of the visual arts dept. Quite frankly they said my classes would be during the day in the fall, and that's n longer true. I hope she has a good explanation, 'cause I don't take quitting my job lightly. I may get irritated at work, but it's still my job, and I'd like to leave because I'm ready to, not because my had is forced.

The students at work don't have the proper paperwork to be on the job, so we had to send the home. the person who files the paperwork is conviently sick today. Even worse, I was told she had three weeks to get things straight. Now I have some students who may be peeved thay may not get their check as planeed. I hate when that happens. It puts me in a bad position.

Saw one of my fomer student workers. He's all tanned and shit from the sun. He's happy, which is good, and he went about his merry way. Another SA got an internship, so she won't be hanging around us for a while. I'm proud of both of them.

Another of my SA, whom I'll call "Drama Mamma," was loafing about. I spotted her yesterday. She looked sleepy, and appeared out of sorts. Gotta get that girl some No-Doze 'fore she falls on her face. Hopefully she's not in more drama. She's a sweet girl, I just like to see my students well.

Song of the Day: "Don't You Want Me?" by Jody Watley. It's 80's chic, and brings back memories of teen years. LOL. I'm getting up there, and I hope to get to grad scholl next fall. if I'm bitching about not being there around this time next year, y'all will know I'm pissed.

I wrote so little earlier. There was nothing to say. i did have to got to the FA office to straighten out any potential mess I may be in, only to learn I don't know how much aid I'm getting for the fall. it's like a top secret thing where I keep having to guess where thing lie. I am so tired of these classes messing with me. It's like a broad conspiricy to make me quit.

Played Powerball today. I got the numbers from a dream. LOL sounds silly? Why not. Those numers are as random as others. LOL. Sides it's fun, for all of five seconds.

Song of the Day: "How Can I Ease the Pain" by Lisa Fischer. I think this song is very sexual, and beautiful. I wonder if that was intentional?

I'm pissed. I can only pick two classes for the fall semester. I wanted to take three! Damn this schelduing. LOL. I have to keep my humor up, or else I'd climb the wall. I don't have much to say right now other than I feel like I've been beaten out of the college system.

I took a few days off. But I guess you could tell by the silenece of my posts. The holidays were here, and I had a few days off from classes and working. It felt soooo good. I slept late, and loafed about. I planned a cook-out for the fourth, which I did. I marinated some steaks, and ribs the day before. I never used a grill before. I was so naive, I followed the instructions for the charcol, and used only 40 peices. LOL I nearly screwed myself BTW that coal burns far faster than I anticipated.

Anyways my mom inisted that my older bro to do something, so he took the cooking aspect away from me, and charred all the meats (even the hotdogs felt the sting of his grilling). All I did afterwards is make a real a real great pitcher of tea. It had the right blend of lemon, it was my best tea yet.

Some family members came over and stayed a long long time. It as nice to see them, and nice to see them gotoo. LOL

Had a discussion with my Aunt about who to vote for in the comming election. She doesn't like Kerry 'cause he's for same-sex marriages. So I'm like you'll vote for Bush. She's like yeah. I was turned off by that, but she's entitled to her choices. I do think she was being willfully ignorant though. She says same-sex relationships are wrong, but she put an equity on this "sin." I felt she was not representin.

Song of the Day: "Crush" by Zhane. I love this song because its smooth and elegant. It also happens to be true for many people.

I took a few days off. But I guess you could tell by the silenece of my posts. The holidays were here, and I had a few days off from classes and working. It felt soooo good. I slept late, and loafed about. I planned a cook-out for the fourth, which I did. I marinated some steaks, and ribs the day before. I never used a grill before. I was so naive, I followed the instructions for the charcol, and used only 40 peices. LOL I nearly screwed myself BTW that coal burns far faster than I anticipated.

Anyways my mom inisted that my older bro to do something, so he took the cooking aspect away from me, and charred all the meats (even the hotdogs felt the sting of his grilling). All I did afterwards is make a real a real great pitcher of tea. It had the right blend of lemon, it was my best tea yet.

Some family members came over and stayed a long long time. It as nice to see them, and nice to see them gotoo. LOL

Had a discussion with my Aunt about who to vote for in the comming election. She doesn't like Kerry 'cause he's for same-sex marriages. So I'm like you'll vote for Bush. She's like yeah. I was turned off by that, but she's entitled to her choices. I do think she was being willfully ignorant though. She says same-sex relationships are wrong, but she put an equity on this "sin." I felt she was not representin.

Song of the Day: "Crush" by Zhane. I love this song because its smooth and elegant. It also happens to be true for many people.

Hello,

Almost didn't write anything, but between switching channels between Iron Chef and Road Rules, I thought I needed to do something positive. Went grocery shopping today. Bought things for cooking on the grill tomorrow. I marinated some steaks, and ribs. I bout some marinade that is really spicy. I didn't realize that untl I tasted it. LOL.

Caught up with a good friennd via phone. We joked for a while, then went on our seperate ways.

Song of the Day: Where My Girls At? by 702. Why? I just saw the vidoe, and I wanted to hear something that wasn't sad sounding. LOL