Well, looks like I may have to cancel yet another vacation. With the arrival of hurricane Wilma, it is possible my trip to Ft. Lauderdale may be a bust. While I don’t wish it on anyone, I’m hoping it spares Florida, or at least weakens down to a Catagory 3 by the time it hits.
Many people are worse off than I am but, I have so been looking forward to this trip. If I have to cancel this one, I’m just gonna say “screw it” and stay home.
I’m keeping my fingers crossed.
So I’m finally getting around to posting the last of the pics from the trip. I wish I could say I’ve been too busy. No, just a bit lazy.
Here is moi and the oldest and 2nd to oldest brother. These are the two I’m closest too.
Here is my 4 and 1/2 year old nephew Ricky. Every time I see him it reminds me of how much I want kids.
And last but not least, my newest niece Katelynn. Ain’t she cute? Yeah, I think so too.
I had such a great time visiting this time. Normally, I’m anxious to leave and get back to SF. I found myself almost not wanting to leave. (Almost mind you, I have no desire to move back to TX)
Saturday night was the birthday party. I think about 250 people showed up. The venue was just the right size too. My friend celibrates his b’day w/3 other guys which is why so many people were in attendance.
Here is a pic of the birthday boys all together. Gary, Trevan, Dan, & Jim
Here is Curtis & Mikey taking a moment to strike a pose.
It was good to see Mikey. I haven’t seen him in about 4 years. Life is treating him well.
Gary and Jay. Another batch of buddies not seen in some time.
I took some pics from the club but they didn’t turn out well. Very blurry as I was shaking my groove thang at the time. Oh well.
Time to hit the gym so I’ll try to post the pics of the family later today…
Ok, I’m at work so this might get cut short. Anyway, the trip home was great. I had more fun than I’ve had in a long time on a trip back to TX. I often complain that the trips home don’t always work out for the many facets of my id. Well this time around, everyone got a work out. From my inner child reconnecting w/the family to my inner slut getting a groove on. My inner fag went out dancing and then shopping the next day. Hell, even my inner bitch got a quick chance to speak up when my flight was an hour and half late and the surly counter lady decided to cop an attitude. Yeah, I’d say all of me had a good time. lol
So here we are at Barnaby’s, my favorite restaurant in H-town.
And here is what is left of my dish. I always get the same thing. BBQ chicken w/mash potatoes and garlic sticks. mmmm-kay!
Here is Trevan (the b’day boy), myself, and Mikey (in from Dallas) having a moment after dinner. Oy what a mug shot ey?
But wait there’s more…here is Dan, Gary, & Todd at the Black Eyed Pea on Saturday for lunch. Gary (in the middle is also one of the b’day boys).
Stay tuned for pics of the party and the clan!
So far no problems. I’m at the airport waiting for my flight. It’s about 30 minutes late so I have time to squeeze in a blog entry or two.
I got off early last night however, I still ended up going to bed late. I couldn’t fall asleep. Only ended up getting 5/6 hours worth. Not the end of the world, I’ll try to squeeze in a few winks on the flight. It’s usually about 3/4 hours. That gives me time for at least an hour nap and watch a dvd on the laptop. Why whatever do you plan on watching Moby? I’m glad you asked dear reader. Today’s in-flight entertainment is Underworld with Kate Beckinsale.
I finally got around to booking my trip home. I’m headed home to ole Texas for one of my best friend’s birthday in mid July. The sassy one is turning 39 (I think). I missed last years as the ex had just started getting sick. This year, I planned ahead and got the time off so I can swing on down for quick ‘how do’ to the friends and family. The sassy one is headed up to Oklahoma the following weekend so I cut my trip short to accommodate his schedule. (Ok, the real reason is I can extend my Fort Lauderdale trip in November). shhhh!
Yes, I’ll be making a pilgrimage to see what is left of the clan. With the passing of my father, it’s just us siblings. Truthfully, I feel more connected to them than I have in a long time. That has to be way fu*ked up but nobody ever accused me of being normal. Anyway, after the birthday bash, I’m visiting the family to keep up my end of things. Oddly enough, I’m excited about going home. Not because it is Texas but mainly just to get away. I’ve been too cooped up in SF lately and it is time to get out of town. Even if it is just for a long weekend. I was hoping to swing by and visit the Texan, but he seems to have dropped off the face of blogging so that ain’t gonna happen. 🙁 So much for my blogger convention.
I’m on vacation starting Saturday. I was gonna fly home but instead I got a last minute deal on airfare so I’m off to Chicago to visit another friend.
Details as they come in….
Ya know, I complain about my job a lot. However, I’m not sure my ego could handle having to drive around all day in this vehicle! I guess you just need perspective sometimes. LOL
Its amazing what some time away can do for the soul. The trip was fantastic! Surf/Sun was the order dejour with a little wave running thrown in for good measure. I’m condensing it here but if you want more details, check out the long version
I seemed to have lost the flash disc w/most of the pics on it however, I did manage to salvage a few from the camera. I can’t tell how much better I feel afterwards. Not to mention it gave me some time away from the ex to clear my head and remember what’s important to me in my life. The pain is still there, no doubt, but I’m coping w/that and am in a much better place mentally now.
I’ve been working out pretty hard this last year and was very pleased w/the ‘attention’ I got while away. hehehe I know, vain and shallow but I need some attention too! (G) I also got a good tan working now too!
Well, I finally made it! The flight was pretty uneventful. I had a connection thru Dallas. However, I’ll never fly Delta again. Both legs of the journey were just over 2hrs and I flew in tiny planes. We are talking 1 step larger than a puddle jumper.
I’ll try to post more later….I’m off to the beach to soke up some rays and stare at male bods.
On a slightly happier note, this is my last blog from home before I head off to sunny Fort Lauderdale! I’m more than ready to get away for some nice r&r after the week of drama I’ve had. I’m all packed up and ready to go. Course my flight is at 6:40am so I gonna be cutting some major sleepy time on the plane ride.
I’m not sure if I’ll post while I’m gone. Rest assured, once I get home I’ll have lots of info and pics to share. Got the camera all packed away this time so I don’t forget it.
***Note – I always end up forgetting the camera.