Inspired by being a thread highjacker- the OT thread!

[Stacerita]

Sorry about your paper Beck. That just stinks. Hopefully she will email you back and give you an explanation or let you know it was a mistake.

And glad to hear you are the favorite child these days. Take it while you can.

We had the rehearsal and dinner last night for the wedding. It was so freakin hot on that damn yacht. UGH! Hopefully they will jack up the air on sunday. If not, there will be some serious sweat stains on my dress. Ewww. The reception is gonna be a lot of fun though. And my date is gonna be a fun one. Can't wait.

 

[ktpool]

Stacerita,

I missed who you dicided on for your date - new guy, old guy?

 

[beckmrk04]

yes, Stace- please tell about the date; I don't remember a decision...

 

[Stacerita]

Stacerita,

I missed who you dicided on for your date - new guy, old guy?

Its an old one, but not the last ex bf. Its someone I have dated on and off for the last 5 1/2 years. Its this whole long story why it just hasn't worked out for us. Shortened version......first date he told me he wanted long term perm thing, I freaked out. We just dated casually then. But when I was ready for perm, he wasn't. And thats how its been. Plus he is a total workaholic. Work comes first, then dating. I think its great that he is so into his career, but it needs not be his only priority. He used to be in the Amry, but now he works for the LAPD and does Army Reserve. He spent a lot of time stationed elsewhere. As a matter of fact, he has only been back from Iraq a few months. When I was with last bf this guy told me when he got home he wanted us to be together, but I was already with someone. So he was fine with that, we went out as friends when he got back, and thats when I told him I was single again. But once again, work is first. But he is a great guy, lots of fun, and I really enjoy spending time with him. So he was my good choice as wedding date. Plus, the bride told me I couldn't be in her wedding if I didn't bring him. She would love to see me end up with him. As would a lot of people.

I decided on him over the other new guys because I needed someone fun, who can mingle on his own since I have things to do, can dance, dresses well, someone I can leave alone with my parents at the table and who is willing to be my DD. The new guys (take your pick of those I have dated the last few months) were no where near him. My back up was gonna be the brides cousin before any of the new guys.

Im getting psyched up for the wedding now. Woo hooo!!

 

[beckmrk04]

That's cool Stace- I hope you have lots of fun!

 

[ktpool]

Have fun Stace!

Remember - crazy things happen to bridesmaids at weddings

 

[Stacerita]

Have fun Stace!

Remember - crazy things happen to bridesmaids at weddings

Thats what Im hoping for!

 

[beckmrk04]

I hate Friday nights- my weekend has started but DH is still at work.

Waiting to find out how Grandma's surgery went. Apparently it took longer than expected and now they might be keeping her overnight.

We'll see.

 

[Stacerita]

Any word on your grandma yet Beck? Have you heard anything about your grade?

 

[ashjohnson80]

hey guys. hope everyone is doing well. i'm going to the coast tomorrow. see yall later!

 

[Stacerita]

hey guys. hope everyone is doing well. i'm going to the coast tomorrow. see yall later!

Have fun Ash!!!

 

[Stacerita]

Ok all, I am going to be leaving soon to head to the villa with the bride. The wedding is tomorrow so I will be away from the DIS for a few days (how sad is that???) I got my massage this morning and then had my mani/pedi. I am all pampered and set to go. And my dress still fits. YES! Ill give a run down and details when I return.

Hope yall are doing alright.

 

[Stacerita]

Hello all! I'm back from the wedding. I promised you details. It was a really nice ceremony, the reception was a lot of fun. My friend and her new husband had a great time. Oh, and I looked totally hot. In case you were all wondering.

The bride looked amazing, and the new couple was soooo happy. The toast I gave went over better than I could have ever hoped for it to. I did almost lose the grooms ring right before the ceremony. I was fluffing the brides gown and the ring slipped off and rolled under a vanity in the dressing room. I didn't realize it till I was just about to walk down the aisle. I had to run back and crawl around the floor till I found it. All was fine. I fullflled every duty I had as MOH, which included using a hand held fan to cool down the bride's armpits. Oh yeah, she owes me big time. But what are friends for?

Sucky news, my date called at the last minute, one hour before the ship set sail, to tell me he worked overtime and wasn't going to make it after all. I was sooo po'd. He kept talking and going on about how sorry he was, I had no time to listen. So in the middle of him apologizing, I said I had to go, and hung up. He tried calling back later and texting much later that night. Once again worked comes before anything else in his life. And then he wonders why we aren't together.

Good news, I wasn't alone at the wedding. I had met one of the bride's (my best friend) cousin last year at a family dinner they had. We talked then and go along great. We had a connection, but I was with my ex and he never pursued anything. So at the wedding we ran into each other, I re intoduced myself, but he said "I remember you" and kissed my hand. Very sweet. So we hung out the rest of the night. Drinking, dancing, talking and a walk on the upper deck of the boat. While on the deck he told me that he was really hoping I was gonna be there at the wedding (he didn't know I was MOH) and besides the bride, I was the person he wanted to see. Lucky me, lucky him. He asked to kiss me, and so yeah, a little smooching. He asked for my number and said he would call the next day. But I know how boy time works and wasn't expecting a call. I got to my hotel after the wedding just about 12:15am, and my phone rings. Yep, he called since technically, it was the next day. We talked for a long time and he asked me out for this coming up weekend and asked me to be his guest at his other cousins wedding thats coming up. And he only lives about 6 blocks away. So I guess my date being a no show worked in my favor.

I still have my hair in the up do that I had for the wedding. I paid too much to just wash it out, plus there is more hairspray in it than I have had in my hair all year long. Ick. But it still looks cute. I am exhausted as all get out and cant wait to take a snooze.

How is everyone else doing? Anyone doing anything exciting for the holiday?

 

[ktpool]

Hi Stacerita!

Sounds like the wedding was fun...and the bad-date guy turned out to do you a favor! A guy that actually calls when he says he will (technically!). That is a good start.

Didn't do much today other than a little shopping. My dd has a 4-H project in, you guessed it, shopping! Who knew that was a 4-H project project couild be shopping?? I think it is just an excuse to have me buy her an outfit!

Going to fireworks tomorrow (of course). There is a really small town (really small...like 20 people) that throws this HUGE fireworks display that last for 3 hours Some guy who is from that town owns a bunch of firework stands around the midwest nad he spends like $20,000 each year on this show. So it is really good!

 

[Tigger&Belle]

Stacerita, what a totally romantic story!!! Maybe it will work out between you two and maybe not, but what a sweet beginning!

 

[Stacerita]

Got a quick update for yall on the "new" guy. He called me earlier this afternoon to talk and asked what I was up to later. Since my evening was going to consist of laundry and watching tv, he asked if I would like to go out with him instead. So I said yes. We went to the movies, and then grabbed coffee and talked for quite a few hours. He's a really sweet guy. Funny, intelligent, and he's pretty darn cute too. A little on the younger side, but it will be ok. Had a great time with him tonight. So far the "new" guy has brought his "A" game and looks promising. But we shall see what happens.

Just popped in to give you guys an update. Heading to bed now. Night!

 

[beckmrk04]

Oooh, Stace- I can't believe how incredibly cute that is!!!!!! I have goosebumps.

Well, here's my update. I'm getting fatter, tired-er, and sicker. Ok- it's not THAT bad. I'm just kinda moody. And bloated. And a little queasy.

Well, GOOD news, my professor e-mailed me back, and ALL HOPE is NOT lost!!! Hooray!!

She basically said I sprung my project on her without warning (uh- true. ) BUT, if I call her and talk it over she'll grade it this summer and the grade will change on my transcript and she kinda lectured me a little bit about communicating with her (as in, I should do that), but said I was a good student and she knows I have had a rough year and a half, and she'll still help me finish.

 

[Stacerita]

Good news about your project Beck. I knew it had to be something like that. And glad to hear you aren't feeling that bad. Moody and bloated....sounds like me most days. lol Just think about the baby and how it will all be worth it in the end.

And thanks for thinking its all cute with the new guy. He's a nice guy, but I just dont want to get all caught up in it. And I dont want to not give it a chance either. Just gonna see what happens. I just wish my best friend wasn't on her honeymoon. First off, she's my best friend so who am I gonna talk to about the details. And secondly, she's his cousin so I want to know dirt. UGH!


OT - I just saw "The Devil Wears Prada" Very funny and I'd recommend it. The theater I saw it in though, ugh. It was a wreck. It used to be the place to go and was so clean and the workers were on. But today it was crap. The workers all seemed like it was their first day. Too many problems to go into the all. And the place has turned into a dump. And I couldn't believe how expensive it was to go today. I guess I've been spoiled since the last few times I went to the movies were on dates where I was treated. But I doubt I will go back to that theater again. But see the movie.

 

[Stacerita]

Where are all my peeps at?

Must all be out having a wonderful 4th of July. Guess I'm the loser of the group.

 

[Aidensmom]

I'm here Stacerita!

I guess I am just a little scared to post with all the people complaining about the "clique" threads.