Summary blog of birthday/November
My birthday this year was one of the best by far. I had so many people wishing me happy birthday on my actual birthday that my cell phone died by 11am. That’s insane.
My birthday landed on a Saturday this year, which was pretty convenient seeing as how I wanted to go to Disney since it’s free on your birthday.
The Thursday before my bday I was surprised by tons of people at BJ’s bar and grill. It was pretty funny as Claudia told me we were going to get a “pizookie” yet she totally overdressed and felt that she needed to take extra long in the parking lot to discuss random facts with me before going inside. She’s a funny one ;-)
I had a lot of fun and was very appreciative, normally my bday kinda slides by a little unnoticed. I felt loved!
The next night my dad took me downtown to little Italy to the first Filippi’s that started in San Diego. Ruth (aka informal stepmom) came and we had a lot of fun. Ruth and I are kinda like two peas in a pod. We both have a kind of sarcastic dry humor that requires a little bit of a seasoned palate to really enjoy. She gave me a visa debit gift card which was VERY useful as I was going to Disneyland the next day.
The actual day of my bday Arleen came over and we headed up to Vanessa’s house for her to drive us the rest of the distance. My sister was SUPPOSED to go with us, but kinda flaked last minute. I was excited to take my sisters car too as she had just purchased a vehicle which I dubbed “battle cruiser” (a Nissan Armada).
Disney was of course fun, and even better NOBODY was there! We were able to go through both California adventure and Disney land about 2 times each. I think it can be attributed to the fact that the Halloween decorations were already taken down and the Christmas decorations hadn’t been put up quite yet. It actually was one of the BEST times I’ve had there. It was overcast all day, there were no lines, no rain, we ate at the ESPN sports center which is waaay better food than inside the park, and I had GREAT Company from Arleen and Vanessa! Both are very easy going, very nice and 100% low stress. Have you ever been to some place that’s supposed to be fun and the people you’re with are so high strung that it kinda kills it? Not those two! Perfect Theme park buddies!
Even better is that Vanessa is an incredibly seasoned Disney pro; not to mention if I even had a slightest curiosity about a Disney fact she almost has a clairvoyant ability to provide such info about anything Disney.
Sunday after my bday was a special treat as well. I taught for Vosh at Rancho San Diego. Unfortunately the batteries were dead on the headset. However Mark actually managed to run out of class, buy batteries, and return before the warm up was over! I taught round 38, and kinda mixed up the round a bit since I didn’t quite have all of 38’s sections down yet.
After turbo Claudia and I went to Jamba and then showered. She took me to sushi in Rancho San Diego at a place called Tabu. I ate a TON of sushi let me tell ya. We tried a “kai” roll which included black caviar. Meh, never really been into fishy poprocks… Oh well at least I can say I’ve had it!
Following lunch she took me to La Jolla and surprised me with a Couples Massage from her work at Bird Rock Massage.
For starters let me tell you, professional massage salons have amazing amenities, not to mention HEATED massage tables! We both got a massage from two very talented massage therapists and afterwards we walked down to the pier and watched an amazing sunset. I almost felt intoxicated from how happy I was!
To make sure it was a memorable day, we went to see paranormal activity. ONLY because I DON’T watch scary movies. The only other real option was the new Christmas Carol movie out but it was only available in 3D, and it would cost about $30 for the both of us to see it. Kinda lame.
Paranormal Activity was really good actually. I HATE scary movies for the most part because I find them kinda disgusting and overly graphic. I don’t find mutilation scenes scary, I find them disturbing. However Paranormal Activity was more just freaky and a good scary movie. Totally happy with my movie experience.
This month has been pretty hard. I found out that a Chem class I’m taking I can’t substitute for Credit No Credit, so I’m forced to get a letter grade. Unfortunately when talking about grad programs anything less than an A is looked down upon so I’ve been stressed in regards to that as well.
I had a minor surgery this month as well a hydrodistention for a genetic condition called interstitial cystitis. Very painful, lots of bleeding, and lots of pain meds, however it was effective in treating the condition. Unfortunately during general anesthesia they injured my back left molar somehow. I now have serious cold sensitivity and cannot eat on my left side. I have to somehow go back and explain that they should fix this situation but that seems like a headache just thinking about it. In addition it’ll probably require a root canal if it’s an irreversible pulpitis. Even worse Claudia was in Kentucky the entire week so I was alone at home most of the time. However Arleen took me home and stayed at the hospital during my surgery and also hung out with me the rest of the day which I was VERY happy she did.
Thanksgiving was held at my sister’s house and she had 17 people eating there! I thought we’d run out of TURKEY! My dad made several deserts including an amazing cheese cake and a rustic apple pie. I normally don’t like fruit pies as there is no texture left to the fruit. I love it when the pie has an actual consistency and the fruit retains some of its original form.
For my black Friday shopping, I bought a dishwasher. Yes a Dishwasher. And I’m waiting for it to be installed.
November was kind of hard on me fitness wise. I was only really able to do turbokick during my class I teach on Fridays and worked out sparingly inbetween.
When I don’t workout it actually affects me on a mental level in addition to feeling sluggish. It’s as if I have a little bit of dependence on exercise to feel normal and in a positive mood. Oh well, the school semester is almost over and I’ll be able to resume my normal physical activity regimen.
Alright I’ve got lots of online homework so back to the grind!
