Ever have a week where every night you have something going on? Whether its work stuff, fun stuff or just plain stuff? Lol. Well this last week from Wednesday all the way thru til last night, I have had something different every night. I will admit that I am worn out from “all the things” but each one was enjoyable and new in its own way. The time seemed to go by just steady because I was really just trying to be present in what I was doing.
Wednesday: The week has finally arrived. My boss’s goodbye/going away party was the start. We planned to meet at the bar for happy hour, what better way to start a new career, right? Complete with balloons, drinks and cupcakes. Managers and sales reps from the district came to celebrate her moving on to a better company/position. It was good to have so many people show up and truly be happy for her. The A-team was left at the end and we had some laughs and hugs. I really am going to miss my boss but I know we will keep in touch.
Thursday: Don’t know where any of you are at in your love life but I am mixing mine up with a little dating here and there. Can I just say it can be pretty fun going out to new places and just talking with someone? I met up with my date and we went to check out a Japanese noodle restaurant. My favorite appetizer is Gyoza, which are fried dumplings filled with minced pork and veggies. The main dish was Yakisoba, which is basically a fried noodle dish with meat and veggies.
Don’t judge me for the fried food. I work it off lol. We had great conversation and he gets brownie points for being able to quote one of my favorite random movies (Robin Hood: Men in tights just in case you were wondering). We skipped dessert and opted for a movie afterwards.
Friday: Weenights and weekends are for side hustles. Every now and again I have an old client call me for a Color Consultation where I go to a home and help choose paint colors for exterior or interior repaints. Sure sounds easy but it does take skill because lighting, surroundings, and flooring all affect the colors. This particular call back was for a high rise condo remodel. They loved the colors that we selected for their home and now they are downsizing. Barbara and I spent 2 hours selecting a base color, determining accent walls and accent colors. It’s fun for me since every house is unique and owners have so many different tastes. I’m still working on the final write up but I left with a bottle of wine, a check and a promise for more work in the near future.
Saturday: I had a reason to go out shopping. A garden 10 year anniversary party for my good friend Ashlee and her husband. They always throw the best parties, even had a Cinco De Derby party one year when the Kentucky Derby fell on May 5th. Anyway, I had to go out to get them something “tin” for their “Tin anniversary”. I found a tin plant stand that was perfect since Ashlee has the biggest green thumb and has a jungle growing. Added a card that said “to keep the love growing”. I also had to go out and get a dress. I got lucky at every store, found the dress, shoes and other accessories in less than 2 hours. Winning! Party started at 6 with a taco guy, charcuterie board and drinks. Ashlee was surprised to renew their vows. The DJ turned it up and we danced and partied the night away.
Sunday: I was on a streak for dates lol. This time we went out for a double date. Don’t think I have had one of those in years. I managed to score us 4 tickets to the Blueman Group at the Luxor on the strip. The show was fantastic, full of comedic skits and of course percussion. Who knew blue painted drummers could show so many emotions without words? And the beats! I am that band nerd, my favorite part is the drum line! If you can see a show like this or like STOMP, they are worth it. Just watch out if you are sensitive to loud music or strobe lights. It got very rave like up in there 🙂
And last but not least Monday: I kept it real simple. Movie night with my nephew. While his mom is out doing errands or ubering, we hang. We get some movie candy and popcorn, turn on Disney+ and pick a movie. This weeks showing was Wreck It Ralph: Ralph Breaks the Internet. It’s another one of those that has adult humor written in. It’s the best. Ralph and Vanelope enter the internet to find a replacement part for her video game and chaos ensues. No spoilers here but I would recommend.
I’m sitting here typing this up and dreaming of my bed. I have nothing planned this week except a charity house painting, thru Sherwin Williams on Saturday. We are refreshing a veterans house as a community project. Most likely that will be my next post. Don’t know what your week holds but if you have some variety like me I know it wont be boring. Got any ideas for me?
The Distracted Damsel 