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Work, BF stuff, and puppy rambling.

June 11th, 2008 at 02:51 am

Well, I worked later than usual today. I made a decent amount of money for a lunch shift-- $40.76. I also got paid today, an extra $80 for 2 weeks (that's including the week I missed a few days of work). I'm out of actual bills to pay this month, so most of the money I'm making will go straight to my challenge/tuition money. I need to make a deposit at the bank so I can move the funds around.

I went out last night to have a couple drinks with a friend. I spent more than I had planned to, and more than I probably should have. Mostly due to the fact that I cant have 2 glasses of wine without eating something (especially before I drive home). My bill ended up being $22.50. That's 2 glasses of wine ($6 each), an appetizer ($9- that's what got me), and tip.

The rest of the week may end up being a bit spendy. Tomorrow I have no plans, nor tonight. Thursday I'll likely spend in. But friday night I'm going to see a band play down the street. As long as I dont buy more than one drink (or any) I'll be fine. Saturday I'm going to Cleveland to see a parade and listen to the orchestra for class. That's actually free, but a friend of mine is going to the Mongolian BBQ with a bunch of friends, and I'm supposed to go as well. That'll probably be a $15 check. That night I'm possibly going to my ex's graduation party/BBQ. That'll be low-cost. Sunday I'll be recouping. haha.

BF's Birthday is tomorrow, and I have yet to decide what I want to get him. I have some time, because he wont get home from his training til the 27th, but I want to find something inexpensive but nice.

Speaking of BF, we've been having some pretty intense conversations as of late about him going overseas in December. I think up til now it's seemed far off. It's getting closer, and he seems to be worrying about it quite a bit. The reality of the situation is kind of staring us in the face. But the conversations are starting to take an optimistic turn, which I'm relieved about.

He keeps saying he doesn't want to string me along, that he doesn't want to hold me back, make me lose a year. He wants me to do what I want and not wait for him. He feels bad. I keep telling him that waiting is exactly what I want to do, and I would still be living my life. Time doesn't stop when he's away. lol. I know he just wants me to be happy, and things are definitely impossible to predict. But I know that there's no one else I want to be with. So my mind is made up. As long as he wants me to be there when he gets back, that's where I'll be Smile

The conversations are stressful, and can be difficult, but each time it gets a little better and we both feel a little more confident that things will be okay.

When he gets back from this training we're going to look for an apartment. The lease is up in the beginning of August, so I'm going to have a few appointments set up for the week he comes back. We want to find something a little bigger. And because I decided that I'm going to get a dog when he leaves for Iraq, we need somewhere that is pet friendly.

That's right. I'm finally getting a puppy Smile I figure I'm going to need *someone* to cuddle with while he's away. No one could replace BF, but an adorable dog would most certainly help the situation Smile I've always wanted a dog anyway. And I have mom to help watch him, and mom's dog for him to play with, so I'll be better suited to take care of him.

I guess I'll stop here. All the rambling is probably driving you guys mad Smile Just a lot on my mind, I suppose. Hope everyone has a great night

2 Responses to “Work, BF stuff, and puppy rambling.”

  1. greengirl Says:
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    how long is he going away for? is it a year? that must be worrisome for you, and stressful. my uncle and auntie are artists and they went to iraq and afghanistan to visually chronicle australia's involvement in the war for historical records last year.
    and my bf's uncle is in the army and he has been to East Timor and the Gaza Strip a few times. Everyone gets very worried when a member of family goes! best wishes to you Smile

  2. creditcardfree Says:
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    I can relate to your conversations with BF. I met my now husband before he joined the army. It was tough to have him leave to go to basic training and AIT after that. I think because we kept in contact and because I stayed committed to the relationship that it was able to work. We've been together for 17 years and married for 12. I've also survived having him in Iraq for about a year. I'm sure a puppy would be a great distraction while he's gone...I know my kids helped keep me busy.

    My husband is now on his three weeks in CA for AT. Fun stuff us military girls have to go through!! It sounds like you are handling it all very well.

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