Before I blog about the last few days, Sweet Shoppe Designs challenge is looking for my favorite cupcake. The only time I ever have a cupcake is when the kids at school are having birthdays and they share. I know I don't like the store bought ones (too much frosting). If I had the perfect cupcake, it would be chocolate, with a thin layer of homemade chocolate frosting, and then throw some peanut butter or reeses chips thrown in there somewhere. Yummy!

As for the last few days, I have been sicker than a dog. I am getting the dizziness and vertigo again, probably due to this head cold I have had for the last two weeks. I went to see a new doctor, and she suggested some head therapy, to rebalance (something like that) the hairs in my inner ear. I don't care. I just hate the dizziness, and the spins. It is the worst.

We bought some plants for the yard this weekend. I also met with Linda, my professor for my grant project too. She helped me with my project quite a bit, so I finally finished my paper, and have to revise it. Then, I can turn it in.

Macy has had a slight fever today. She hasn't really wanted to do anything except watch T.V. and whine. She needs lots of love though, so hugs all around!

Off to scrap!

So far this week has been pretty good. I saw two movies this last weekend-Gran Turino (AWESOME) and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button. I cried at both of them. Monday we went to work and it was a normal day. The kids did a primary source assignment and not much else happened. Tuesday, I rewarded the kids at school with Chip and Dale cartoons for having an excellent report with the sub. Macy and I also went to a new restaurant-Pita Jungle. It was really good. It is a mixture of Greek and Indian food. We will go back again. Chris left for Spokane on Tuesday, but he will be back today. Yesterday was a half day, so we had some training on a new computer program for tests at school. I should use it quite a bit. Today, I took the day off because I am not feeling 100%. I have a headache and have been dizzy lately, so I think I am getting a head cold. UGH. I plan to do lots of scrapping today, assuming all goes well.

Here is my quiz results from the blog challenge at the Sweet Shoppe.

You Are a Reluctant Shopper

You really don't enjoy shopping. For you, it's just another chore. You approach shopping systematically. You research what you're going to buy and come prepared with a list. Of all the types, you are the most likely to not buy things you don't need. You try to de-emphasize stuff in your life. You find shopping and buying things to be a rather empty experience.

What Kind of Shopper Are You?

Well, the second week of the new year has gone by, and already I have messed up on some of my goals. That is ok though, as I have 25 more weeks left to get it right! Thursday, I had some candy at work (I was dog tired and needed a sugar pick me up). I also went to Starbucks 3x this week plus I used a $10 student gift card too-so that is five times this week alone! Oh well. I did walk twice and do some cleaning though. Macy and I went to the Wildlife World Zoo today to check out their new aquarium. I finally got to see a living seahorse in person. We fed a baby deer which was fun, and just walked around. She kept saying "more 'aminals'". Totally cute! Chris has to work again tomorrow, so we are going to go to Williams and Sonoma to get a filled pancake pan. I have been wanting one for weeks.

Here is my snow day test!

Your Snow Test Says You're Independent

You feel like something good will happen to you eventually, but not soon. You love to work, especially when work is creative. You have the makings of a successful artist. You are an independent, individualistic person. You thrive when you're doing your own thing. Your biggest worry in your life is your health. You tend to be a bit of a hypochondriac. When it comes time to relax, you really indulge. You are all about your favorite comforts.

The Snow Test

Happy New Year! As usual, it is time for the new goals for the year. Last year I made 5 goals. I did achieve a few of them and some partially:

1.) I did get my ELL cert on my certificate!

2.) I found a playgroup for Macy: Busybodies. We go every Saturday.

Partially Achieved:

1.) I completed the 2007 scrapbook, but I haven't sent it off to Heritage Makers yet.

2.) I only worked out an average about once a week. Not consistently either. But, I did do something.

Not Achieved:

-didn't even start on the heritage album. Too scary!

This year, I have some others I would like to achieve:

1.) Establish a monthly cleaning schedule for the house. I am tired of picking up and cleaning at one time. I will follow the cleaning schedule that I create.

2.) Send the 2007 Scrapbook to Heritage Makers. I need to get these down in a permanent book.

3.) I will walk for 30 minutes twice a week and use Wii Fitness twice a week for 20 minutes (strength or balance). This is for my health. I do not want to be pre-diabtic.

4.) I will not eat any candy at work this year. I will only eat sweets when they are home-made or out of the ordinary. This is also for my health. I suspect this alone will help me drop a few pounds this year.

5.) I will go to Starbucks once a week only. This is for our budget. Last year I spent an average of $50 a month on coffee, lunches, etc. That could have been spending money on a vacation.

Well, that is it. I have a good feeling about these this year. I think I can reasonable accomplish all of them (the cleaning one will be tough).

Our New Year's Day started off great. Chris had to work for a few hours, so Macy and I watched some cartoons and played doll house. When Chris came home, we all took naps and then played outside while he mowed the lawn. Macy played with her new bubble mower (she loves it). We also went for a walk around the neighborhood. Then, we all went for a nice dinner at Fleming's Steak House. Macy ate about 3 large shrimp, a ton of mashed potatos and bread. She only ate a few mushrooms, but she loved the fruit and chantilly cream. I had lobster and lamb, and Chris had a rib eye. We had the best lemon ginger cake (frozen) for dessert. On the way out, Chris accidentally put their doodle pro in our diaper bag. I had to return it (he felt silly). Thankfully, I did that, because Macy had a huge diaper blow out when we got home, and Chris had to clean it up! Phew-got out of that one!