Today I'm thankful for ...
... not really knowing what I wanted to do today. I got to spend time with a few other relatives today and even headed out to the mall with one of them. I didn't care what I did so long as I got to the airport on time. It was fantastic getting a chance to be with the smaller group of people. The reunion yesterday was very fun but 30 people is a bit overwhelming. Today we had a lunch between 5 of us, and then I got to hang out with an aunt. It was, I guess, quality time.
31 March 2008
30 March 2008
We're all one big happy family
Today I'm thankful for ...
... my cousin who arranged a very large family reunion. It wasn't an extravagant reunion---we had it over dim sum. But it was very very important to me. I had not seen everyone for over 10 years. Since they live up in Canada and I'm in California, it's not like I can hop over to someone's house for dinner or meet them up to play with their kids. (And so many people have kids now!!!) I've been living someone vicariously through the photos my Mom and Dad bring back from their visits up there. I wish I could have been a part of many of the life events that have transpired in the past 10 years, but I guess better late than never. And this reunion was possible by the efforts of one very special person.
... my cousin who arranged a very large family reunion. It wasn't an extravagant reunion---we had it over dim sum. But it was very very important to me. I had not seen everyone for over 10 years. Since they live up in Canada and I'm in California, it's not like I can hop over to someone's house for dinner or meet them up to play with their kids. (And so many people have kids now!!!) I've been living someone vicariously through the photos my Mom and Dad bring back from their visits up there. I wish I could have been a part of many of the life events that have transpired in the past 10 years, but I guess better late than never. And this reunion was possible by the efforts of one very special person.
29 March 2008
You may now kiss the bride
Today I'm thankful for ...
... being able to attend a friend's wedding. He and I worked together at our last company and due to unfortunate circumstances we all were disbanded. But he and I stayed in touch and today he got married! He looked totally nervous but he and his now-wife made it through. I got a chance to meet her and she sounds like a great person. Hopefully I'll see them again in a few weeks when they're back in the area.
... being able to attend a friend's wedding. He and I worked together at our last company and due to unfortunate circumstances we all were disbanded. But he and I stayed in touch and today he got married! He looked totally nervous but he and his now-wife made it through. I got a chance to meet her and she sounds like a great person. Hopefully I'll see them again in a few weeks when they're back in the area.
28 March 2008
Wait, we're there?!
Today I'm thankful for ...
... short plane flights. I flew into Canada today and the whole 800-mile trip took a mere 1 hour 40 minutes. This compared to 16+ hours of driving. While I'd love to drive up to Canada one of these days, I'm not crazy about sitting in a car that long. I'd probably take a long, scenic route if I went by car.
... short plane flights. I flew into Canada today and the whole 800-mile trip took a mere 1 hour 40 minutes. This compared to 16+ hours of driving. While I'd love to drive up to Canada one of these days, I'm not crazy about sitting in a car that long. I'd probably take a long, scenic route if I went by car.
27 March 2008
Ah, grasshoppa
Today I'm thankful for ...
... getting the chance to do a knowledge transfer over to a couple of colleagues. Unfortunately we've all be running so fast on our individual projects that we haven't had a chance to catch each other up on all the new developments. I was able to steal two of my colleagues this afternoon and walk them through all of the new pages and how they interact with the main parts of the web application we're building. Wow, our system is complex. And tomorrow I'm on a plane ... so it's their last chance to learn from The Master!
... getting the chance to do a knowledge transfer over to a couple of colleagues. Unfortunately we've all be running so fast on our individual projects that we haven't had a chance to catch each other up on all the new developments. I was able to steal two of my colleagues this afternoon and walk them through all of the new pages and how they interact with the main parts of the web application we're building. Wow, our system is complex. And tomorrow I'm on a plane ... so it's their last chance to learn from The Master!
26 March 2008
QWERTYUIOP
Today I'm thankful for ...
... having learned to touchtype. Honestly, I don't know how people get by without doing it. One of my colleagues still does the hunt-and-peck. He was amazed of his productivity increase going from pecking with one finger to TWO fingers. Still, I'm betting that he'd get an amazing improvement if he only use the other 6 fingers and 2 thumbs! I learned how to touchtype in highschool and I've been pretty fast ever since.
... having learned to touchtype. Honestly, I don't know how people get by without doing it. One of my colleagues still does the hunt-and-peck. He was amazed of his productivity increase going from pecking with one finger to TWO fingers. Still, I'm betting that he'd get an amazing improvement if he only use the other 6 fingers and 2 thumbs! I learned how to touchtype in highschool and I've been pretty fast ever since.
25 March 2008
One more time
Today I'm thankful for ...
... getting a chance to see The Boyfriend. Unfortunately because of how this week is going to go, neither of us will be able to see each other until I get back from vacation.
... getting a chance to see The Boyfriend. Unfortunately because of how this week is going to go, neither of us will be able to see each other until I get back from vacation.
24 March 2008
I have a bad feeling about this
Today I'm thankful for ...
... not completely losing my temper with my boss. He was supposed to have the designs done today for the new set of login pages but he's still dillydallying on them. We're pretty much out of time right now and I'm fearful of what it'll take to implement them. But still, I'm trying to maintain enough of a professional edge that we can focus on the work and not on the emotions. However, I did make it quite plainly known that I'm feeling anxious and worried.
... not completely losing my temper with my boss. He was supposed to have the designs done today for the new set of login pages but he's still dillydallying on them. We're pretty much out of time right now and I'm fearful of what it'll take to implement them. But still, I'm trying to maintain enough of a professional edge that we can focus on the work and not on the emotions. However, I did make it quite plainly known that I'm feeling anxious and worried.
23 March 2008
I'll be right over...
Today I'm thankful for ...
... my parents living within driving distance. I've probably written about this before but it's really nice to have them just a short drive away. Mom did up a simple but tasty Easter dinner. And of course there was a bit too much food, but it hit the spot. Thanks Mom!
... my parents living within driving distance. I've probably written about this before but it's really nice to have them just a short drive away. Mom did up a simple but tasty Easter dinner. And of course there was a bit too much food, but it hit the spot. Thanks Mom!
22 March 2008
Dahling, you look fabulous!
Today I'm thankful for ...
... people at makeup counters who know how to make people look their best. The Friend needed makeup badly so we visited a department store makeup counter. The guy (yes) that helped us was quite skilled and made a couple of really good suggestions for her.
... people at makeup counters who know how to make people look their best. The Friend needed makeup badly so we visited a department store makeup counter. The guy (yes) that helped us was quite skilled and made a couple of really good suggestions for her.
21 March 2008
Grab on to my hand
Today I'm thankful for ...
... the opportunity to help someone. A friend just needed a getaway from her usual situation and so she's up here for a change of context. Sometimes I guess we all get stuck in life and it takes a perspective adjustment to see things properly. Even if it's not for very long, or very much, hopefully this will help. She was also kind enough to change her flight to a week later due to my crazy-ass working schedule.
... the opportunity to help someone. A friend just needed a getaway from her usual situation and so she's up here for a change of context. Sometimes I guess we all get stuck in life and it takes a perspective adjustment to see things properly. Even if it's not for very long, or very much, hopefully this will help. She was also kind enough to change her flight to a week later due to my crazy-ass working schedule.
20 March 2008
Good teacher
Today I'm thankful for ...
... having patient people teach me how to play pool properly. I did have one really cool amazing run of like 4 balls which left him pretty astonished. Not as astonished as me.
... having patient people teach me how to play pool properly. I did have one really cool amazing run of like 4 balls which left him pretty astonished. Not as astonished as me.
19 March 2008
Tuck flap A into slot B
Today I'm thankful for ...
... a friend who has put together Ikea furniture before. I've done the tables and bookshelves without problem, but this was the first time I've attempted a couch. And, whoa, it's big and heavy! It came in two big pieces with tons of cardboard and plastic wrap. I got a third box with the cover in it.
There were some tense moments when a nut wasn't going down its bolt---I think there was a manufacturing defect in the threads. But together we powered through it and we got it to eventually lock into place. And then there was the cover-stretching fiasco. It's a good thing there's Velcro everywhere to hold things in place, but still. I'm thinking now that I ought to tip it back and borrow someone's staple gun to really nail that cover into place, literally. I suppose not affixing it would be good so I could wash the cover, but that would also imply disassembling the arms of the chair. And the feet. Ugh. Maybe it's not worth worrying about.
... a friend who has put together Ikea furniture before. I've done the tables and bookshelves without problem, but this was the first time I've attempted a couch. And, whoa, it's big and heavy! It came in two big pieces with tons of cardboard and plastic wrap. I got a third box with the cover in it.
There were some tense moments when a nut wasn't going down its bolt---I think there was a manufacturing defect in the threads. But together we powered through it and we got it to eventually lock into place. And then there was the cover-stretching fiasco. It's a good thing there's Velcro everywhere to hold things in place, but still. I'm thinking now that I ought to tip it back and borrow someone's staple gun to really nail that cover into place, literally. I suppose not affixing it would be good so I could wash the cover, but that would also imply disassembling the arms of the chair. And the feet. Ugh. Maybe it's not worth worrying about.
18 March 2008
Almost there...
Today I'm thankful for ...
... being almost done clearing out the living room! It's about time. And there's furniture coming in tomorrow!
... being almost done clearing out the living room! It's about time. And there's furniture coming in tomorrow!
17 March 2008
Gesundheit!
Today I'm thankful for ...
... not getting sick. I'm starting to feel icky. :( But I'm still functional.
... not getting sick. I'm starting to feel icky. :( But I'm still functional.
16 March 2008
The little hours
Today I'm thankful for ...
... those few extra moments of spare time that can be spent well with other people.
... those few extra moments of spare time that can be spent well with other people.
15 March 2008
Understanding
Today I'm thankful for ...
... my hairdresser. I've been going to her for the past few years and we've settled on some hairstyles I like and can live with for my low-maintenance lifestyle needs. I don't have time to do hair and while I like to look good I'm not going to spend more than 15 minutes on hair. I actually have a few shortcuts that let me get things done quickly, but in general as close to wash-and-go is best.
... my hairdresser. I've been going to her for the past few years and we've settled on some hairstyles I like and can live with for my low-maintenance lifestyle needs. I don't have time to do hair and while I like to look good I'm not going to spend more than 15 minutes on hair. I actually have a few shortcuts that let me get things done quickly, but in general as close to wash-and-go is best.
14 March 2008
13 March 2008
12 March 2008
Time out!
Today I'm thankful for ...
... being able to work from home. That fact let me concentrate on a hard problem and I got through it! Yay!
... being able to work from home. That fact let me concentrate on a hard problem and I got through it! Yay!
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