tuesday again?

not a whole lot to report in sunny ca. just for that reason, i’m posting random pics.

the view from my office window

my attempts at being anti-social are achieving unprecedented amounts of success. i can’t take all the credit though, as i’m on medication that makes me extremely tired. it’s doing exactly what it’s supposed to do, so the side effect is worth it. but, when my roommates’ friends are leaving messages on our board saying things like ‘tara, do you really exist? we are aren’t sure what to think. why don’t you come out and play?,’ while i am laying in my bed dozing or watching tv, i do have to wonder if this is a normal response to the meds.

the view of my office from the airport

i did manage, during the 6 hours i was awake on saturday (i’m not kidding) to see the movie ‘definitely, maybe’ with my roommate. it’s the first movie i’ve seen in a theater since christmas. this is what a ‘budget’ looks like, people! my father will be very excited to learn that i have come to understand that that word actually means making a sacrifice here and there, while being simultaneously disappointed that his movie-loving daughter is so far behind the curve. at any rate, i treated ariane to cheesecake factory after her surgery last week (thanks for the xmas gift card mom and dad), so she treated me to ice cream and a movie. i like ryan reynolds, despite his lack of talent, and i liked the movie. i like any movie where the underlying theme is that what’s meant to be will be. or maybe that was just the message i got.

random self-portrait

today was highlighted by a visit from my favorite former employee. lezlie stopped by to pick up a a check, and we had a chance to get caught up. it was seriously so good to see her. i love that girl. she is moving back to san diego while she figures out where she wants to go back to school to get a degree in special ed. i just know that she is going to be such a wonderful blessing in so many people's lives, i'm only sad she's not sticking around here so we can hang out.

a kendyl pic i stole from kate's myspace

my cousin/nephew drew, who i refer to as such because technically he is my 2nd cousin, or 1st cousin once removed or something, but after living with he and his siblings for three months, the relationship is more closely aligned with that of aunt and nephew, will be turning 8 on saturday. MY aunt and uncle, and various family members from jenny’s side will be arriving this week for the birthday celebration, baptism, and easter holiday. hopefully the medication side effects will have worn off a bit so i can really enjoy and appreciate the family time!

saturday also marks the (holy cow, is this right?) third wedding anniversary of dylan and kelly.

sunday, is not only easter, but kate’s 24th birthday. little sis is growin’ up. i’m fairly certain her birthday and the holiday have never coincided before, so there will have to be double the celebrations back in va this year.

i’m contemplating a trip to portland next month. at the moment, tix are just over $200, which feels like a steal. the trip would give me an opportunity to see dylan and kelly, hit up the nike employee store, and satisfy some ulterior motives.

so, i guess even without a lot to report, i can still write a novella. it’s in my blood, i guess. did i mention dad’s book is available for pre-order on amazon? ;)