Download this great song if you can....Dancing by Elisa. It's beautiful.
Time is gonna take my mind
and carry it far away
where I can fly
The depth of life will dim my temptation to live for you
If I were to be alone
Silence would rock my tears'cause it's all about love and I know better
How life is a waving feather
So I put my arms around you around you
And I know that I'll be leaving soon
My eyes are on you they're on you
And you see that I can't stop shaking
No, I won't step back but I'll look down to hide from your eyes'cause what I feel is so sweet and I'm scared that even my own breath
Oh could burst it if it were a bubble
And I'd better dream if I have to struggle
So I put my arms around you around you
And I hope that I will do no wrong
My eyes are on you they're on you
And I hope that you won't hurt me
I'm dancing in the room as if I was in the woods with you
No need for anything but music
Music's the reason why I know time still exists
Time still exists
Time still exists
Time still exists
So I put my arms around you around you
And I hope that I will do no wrong
My eyes are on you they're on you
And I hope that you won't hurt me
So I put my arms around you around you
And I hope that I will do no wrong
My eyes are on you they're on you
And I hope that you won't hurt me
Friday, June 29, 2007
Thursday, June 28, 2007
A Poem
Checkmate
Have you ever felt like a complete pawn?
A creature caught between good and evil,
Laughter and darkness,
Smiling between grimaces,
And hoping...
Hoping...
Unsure of the purity of hope.
I believe in hope.
I don't believe in others though.
I don't think they know what hope is.
I still smile between grimaces,
And still hoping...
Hoping...
Unsure of my stance on hope.
I sing within myself
And kick my leg up randomly at nothing but air
Only to let those of us know
That sometimes hope
Only needs a kick of life.
Have you ever felt like a complete pawn?
A creature caught between good and evil,
Laughter and darkness,
Smiling between grimaces,
And hoping...
Hoping...
Unsure of the purity of hope.
I believe in hope.
I don't believe in others though.
I don't think they know what hope is.
I still smile between grimaces,
And still hoping...
Hoping...
Unsure of my stance on hope.
I sing within myself
And kick my leg up randomly at nothing but air
Only to let those of us know
That sometimes hope
Only needs a kick of life.
Tuesday, June 26, 2007
Game Two ...
Game two of the Sox vs Padres was not my favorite.
We had the largest group with us....about thirteen friends, and two random Vegas guys that we sold Christy and Cindy's tickets too. They were a hoot. And drunk too. I loved that they had a flask with them.
Our friend Jon, who is a HUGE Sox fan and plays ball with us every week, had bought four tickets from us, and in his uncouth stupidity decides to bring his asshole roommate (whom I've known and loathed for quite some time) and he pissed me off. So I hit him. In the face.
It didn't matter though. I was good and smashed at the end of the game and had a great time regardless of the loss. 
Scott, getting ready for the game.
Mike Lowell's hot ass.
Me and Diane, ready to party!!
Asshole roommate is on the right.....the guy on the left probably saved his life by defusing my anger :)
Another Day, Another Reason to Smile
After today, I am now so much more certain that my decision was correct.
The woman that I would've worked under displayed less-than-honorary tactics. It's OK though. I smiled, raised my eyebrows and kept going. I only have to see her for three more days. So the work front is definitely better and I can definitely sleep at night now, Mom.
We played softball tonight, and because we play in a co-ed league, there are rules to protect people from the hard core aggression of the game. Thus, every base is allowed to be run through (as long as there is no move to the next base) and there is no sliding. There is also what is called a "no obstruction" rule, which means when covering a base, you must consider that the runner will run THROUGH and you cannot block the full base.
OK, so this fucking bitch on the opposite team was playing third. I walked my first time up, and the guy after me doubled. So I'm heading to third and she is all over that base like white on rice, so I put out my hands (now I realize I should've jutted out my elbows instead to spear her into the ground) and knocked her three feet off the bag. Of course, her team starts bitching.
I was safe though because of the rule. Not only that, there was never a throw to third anyway. Bygones. She starts a fight with me. This just gets me good and ready.....I so want to kick her ass that I feel invigorated with the game.
I believe our fight went like this:
Someone from her team: What happened?
She shrugs then says: She ran through me.
Me: You were all over the bag.
Her: Well I'm not going to get out of your way.
Me: Didn't say you had to.
Her: Good because I'm not going to.
Me: Fine, I'll just knock your ass over.
So LITERALLY next inning, we're on the field and Da Bitch is heading toward second. The girl covering second has never played with us before so she's feeling it out. She's all over the bag too and Da Bitch starts complaining. The coach for the other teams starts trying to call the "obstruction rule" BULLSHIT, so I get all vocal. What's good for the goose is good for the gander ... and she was pretty ganderish looking.
Anyway, the ump left it alone thankfully, or I think I would've been objected for shoving some manly slut's face into the dirt.
The woman that I would've worked under displayed less-than-honorary tactics. It's OK though. I smiled, raised my eyebrows and kept going. I only have to see her for three more days. So the work front is definitely better and I can definitely sleep at night now, Mom.
We played softball tonight, and because we play in a co-ed league, there are rules to protect people from the hard core aggression of the game. Thus, every base is allowed to be run through (as long as there is no move to the next base) and there is no sliding. There is also what is called a "no obstruction" rule, which means when covering a base, you must consider that the runner will run THROUGH and you cannot block the full base.
OK, so this fucking bitch on the opposite team was playing third. I walked my first time up, and the guy after me doubled. So I'm heading to third and she is all over that base like white on rice, so I put out my hands (now I realize I should've jutted out my elbows instead to spear her into the ground) and knocked her three feet off the bag. Of course, her team starts bitching.
I was safe though because of the rule. Not only that, there was never a throw to third anyway. Bygones. She starts a fight with me. This just gets me good and ready.....I so want to kick her ass that I feel invigorated with the game.
I believe our fight went like this:
Someone from her team: What happened?
She shrugs then says: She ran through me.
Me: You were all over the bag.
Her: Well I'm not going to get out of your way.
Me: Didn't say you had to.
Her: Good because I'm not going to.
Me: Fine, I'll just knock your ass over.
So LITERALLY next inning, we're on the field and Da Bitch is heading toward second. The girl covering second has never played with us before so she's feeling it out. She's all over the bag too and Da Bitch starts complaining. The coach for the other teams starts trying to call the "obstruction rule" BULLSHIT, so I get all vocal. What's good for the goose is good for the gander ... and she was pretty ganderish looking.
Anyway, the ump left it alone thankfully, or I think I would've been objected for shoving some manly slut's face into the dirt.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Almost Like Fenway
Game One: Friday night. Matchup: Matsuzaka vs. Some Padres Schmuck
Scott and I, behind home plate, ready to go. Little did we know how loud and in charge Red Sox Nation would be. At least 60% of the ballpark was RED SOX FANS!!!!!! I got pics....no worries! But when Papelbon threw the final pitch for a strikeout, the place literally vibrated....San Diego did not know what to do with us! It felt like Fenway, if even for a few hours. Got me homesick.
This is me with some Red Sox fans at the end of the night:
Funky Living Room
OK, so in a very cool happy moment, Scott and I revamped our living room this past weekend. We used some of the stuff picked up from Costa Rica, Belize and Guatemala......hope you dig it as much as we do!
Thanks Bri
A quick thanks to my bro-in-law Brian for his wise words in his last comment to me. I know that perhaps my emotionalism concerning the people I work with may affect me later, but the true lesson for me in considering this matter was not who I may work for 5 years from now, but from whom I will gain knowledge and solid mentorship right now. Yes, I do love the folks at FOX but I was considering leaving them until the exact moment when I had to make a decision.
In short, on Friday, I had a very stark conversation with a man that knows quite a bit about the TV industry and in speaking with him, I realized I was a pawn on both sides of the spectrum. Someone needed me. I needed money. But knowledge is cash in the end and I truly believe that a year...maybe two....you will see me in a far better position than I'm in now. In the end, would I rather be a poor saleswoman that makes maybe 60G's a year? Or would I rather be someone to be reckoned with, cashing in at well over 6 figures? I chose the path that might be longer, but will be more beneficial.
Thank you so much for your advice, and believe it or not, you remind me of the man I spoke with on Friday. He was concise, to the point, and very objective. I appreciate your thoughts, your solid points and your support. Know that I appreciate you and your advice!
Thanks!
Robincita de la Campbellita
In short, on Friday, I had a very stark conversation with a man that knows quite a bit about the TV industry and in speaking with him, I realized I was a pawn on both sides of the spectrum. Someone needed me. I needed money. But knowledge is cash in the end and I truly believe that a year...maybe two....you will see me in a far better position than I'm in now. In the end, would I rather be a poor saleswoman that makes maybe 60G's a year? Or would I rather be someone to be reckoned with, cashing in at well over 6 figures? I chose the path that might be longer, but will be more beneficial.
Thank you so much for your advice, and believe it or not, you remind me of the man I spoke with on Friday. He was concise, to the point, and very objective. I appreciate your thoughts, your solid points and your support. Know that I appreciate you and your advice!
Thanks!
Robincita de la Campbellita
I Took The Road Not Taken
Thank you all for your advice and support with my difficult decision concerning my job front.
I had the opportunity on Friday afternoon to talk to someone in the business that could be objective and help lead me toward "what I want for my future" so to speak. He was a wonderful confidante and laid out pros and cons of both sides of the argument. I then took the weekend to have fun and go to the Red Sox games. I'll post those pics either tonight or tomorrow too.
Last night, I didn't sleep much because I couldn't stop thinking about what was going to be the right decision for me. I tried to keep loyalty and heart out of it, but in the end I just couldn't fathom going somewhere that didn't make me feel good about myself. I like where I work. I love the people I work with. I couldn't justify leaving here for only a little bit more money .... especially when the insurance cost at the other station would put me to what I now make here at FOX.
I was a nervous wreck this morning because I still had some questions for the GSM here at FOX concerning the new salary. After speaking with him, I had much more confidence in my position here, as well as the possibility for moving over to sales when the opportunity presents itself. So then I had to ask myself: who would I rather be mentored by? The answer was clear. The management team at FOX is so solid, and they carry a wealth of knowledge that will help me be far more successful in this industry in the years to come. So I took the road not taken. I decided to truly work my way up into sales, and not take the easy "gimme" over at the other station. I feel very good about my decision and I'm happy to say that going forward, I know that I will be working under people that WANT me to succeed and will do everything in their power to ensure that.
To make matters even better, when I told the GSM at the other station that I was rescinding my acceptance, she couldn't have been colder. It made me all that much more confident in my decision to stay.
Again, thank you everyone for being so forthright and honest. The support from you was awesome and it's nice to know that when I'm in a pickle, you are all there for me!
I had the opportunity on Friday afternoon to talk to someone in the business that could be objective and help lead me toward "what I want for my future" so to speak. He was a wonderful confidante and laid out pros and cons of both sides of the argument. I then took the weekend to have fun and go to the Red Sox games. I'll post those pics either tonight or tomorrow too.
Last night, I didn't sleep much because I couldn't stop thinking about what was going to be the right decision for me. I tried to keep loyalty and heart out of it, but in the end I just couldn't fathom going somewhere that didn't make me feel good about myself. I like where I work. I love the people I work with. I couldn't justify leaving here for only a little bit more money .... especially when the insurance cost at the other station would put me to what I now make here at FOX.
I was a nervous wreck this morning because I still had some questions for the GSM here at FOX concerning the new salary. After speaking with him, I had much more confidence in my position here, as well as the possibility for moving over to sales when the opportunity presents itself. So then I had to ask myself: who would I rather be mentored by? The answer was clear. The management team at FOX is so solid, and they carry a wealth of knowledge that will help me be far more successful in this industry in the years to come. So I took the road not taken. I decided to truly work my way up into sales, and not take the easy "gimme" over at the other station. I feel very good about my decision and I'm happy to say that going forward, I know that I will be working under people that WANT me to succeed and will do everything in their power to ensure that.
To make matters even better, when I told the GSM at the other station that I was rescinding my acceptance, she couldn't have been colder. It made me all that much more confident in my decision to stay.
Again, thank you everyone for being so forthright and honest. The support from you was awesome and it's nice to know that when I'm in a pickle, you are all there for me!
Friday, June 22, 2007
Confusion
OK, so now I'm all fucked up in the head.
The General Sales Manager called me into his office to discuss my impending departure. I was supposed to sit with my supervisor today and break the news to her (which was going to be the most devastating part of this whole process) but FOX actually counter-offered to keep me. It's not as much money, but it's pretty close. However, they cannot guarantee a sales position for me, but when one opens up, I will get top consideration.
What to do, what to do! I am so conflicted right now. I don't want to leave this place where I've worked so hard and formed lifelong bonds with everyone. And I especially don't want to leave a place "just for money" so to speak.
How do I make this decision? If I base my decision on my gut, I think I'd stay at FOX. If I base my decision on my heart, I'd stay at FOX. However, if I base it on intelligence, would I take the opportunity at the other station?
Whoever said it's great to be wanted has never been stuck in a situation like this. I have until Monday to decide.
The General Sales Manager called me into his office to discuss my impending departure. I was supposed to sit with my supervisor today and break the news to her (which was going to be the most devastating part of this whole process) but FOX actually counter-offered to keep me. It's not as much money, but it's pretty close. However, they cannot guarantee a sales position for me, but when one opens up, I will get top consideration.
What to do, what to do! I am so conflicted right now. I don't want to leave this place where I've worked so hard and formed lifelong bonds with everyone. And I especially don't want to leave a place "just for money" so to speak.
How do I make this decision? If I base my decision on my gut, I think I'd stay at FOX. If I base my decision on my heart, I'd stay at FOX. However, if I base it on intelligence, would I take the opportunity at the other station?
Whoever said it's great to be wanted has never been stuck in a situation like this. I have until Monday to decide.
Thursday, June 21, 2007
When Red Sox Nation Attacks!
Sooooo excited!!! My gorgeous hubby bought tickets to Friday night's game vs. the SD Padres and they're behind home plate! Whoooooooooooo! Then, on Saturday afternoon, we're throwing a Let's Get Drunk Before The Game party and then we're all heading out to the park again. This time, we'll be on the third base line. I'm so freaking stoked!!!!! Look for us on TV!
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Change in the Air
OK Everyone, so I took a tour of the other station today and chatted with one of the girls I used to work with, just to see what the work environment was like.
I'll be taking the new position. The other station (XDTV or MyTV13) is a state of the art facility and it looks like everyone there is really friendly and laid-back. I'll be signing the offer letter today (YAY more money!) and giving my notice to FOX on Friday. The good news is that this will help FOX out so much because they're still selling air time on Channel 13, but up until now, they've had no one in the other building to maintain their accounts. I'm so excited!
My new start date will be 7/16/07 and once I get settled, I'll send my new phone and email. Until then, you should still be able to reach me at the fox6.com email or of course, my yahoo address. Oh happy day!
I'll be taking the new position. The other station (XDTV or MyTV13) is a state of the art facility and it looks like everyone there is really friendly and laid-back. I'll be signing the offer letter today (YAY more money!) and giving my notice to FOX on Friday. The good news is that this will help FOX out so much because they're still selling air time on Channel 13, but up until now, they've had no one in the other building to maintain their accounts. I'm so excited!
My new start date will be 7/16/07 and once I get settled, I'll send my new phone and email. Until then, you should still be able to reach me at the fox6.com email or of course, my yahoo address. Oh happy day!
Monday, June 18, 2007
Horizon
Possible new job on the horizon.
I'm having this crazy inner fight with myself and thankfully, Scott is forcing me to realize it. I got this amazing offer from the station that is splitting from our duopoly. I would probably be the highest paid sales assistant, with the guarantee of a promotion by January. And still, I'm stupid enough to question it.
I want to be greedy, I really do, but I can't help but think of how my departure will affect others, and on top of it all, when I do enter the world of BROADCAST SALES (bum, bum BUUUUUMMMMM), I have zero experience so thus I am expendible. Scott has been amazing in supporting my leap of faith. I suppose that my fear comes from my need to control my life.
I'm most likely going to take it, so I ask from you all that if I do, be kind with your communications with me. I'll have to feel the place out before I start breaking the rules. Emails are cool but phone convos (not like I have too many anyway) will be questionable.
Stay tuned, I have until tomorrow to give my decision.
I'm having this crazy inner fight with myself and thankfully, Scott is forcing me to realize it. I got this amazing offer from the station that is splitting from our duopoly. I would probably be the highest paid sales assistant, with the guarantee of a promotion by January. And still, I'm stupid enough to question it.
I want to be greedy, I really do, but I can't help but think of how my departure will affect others, and on top of it all, when I do enter the world of BROADCAST SALES (bum, bum BUUUUUMMMMM), I have zero experience so thus I am expendible. Scott has been amazing in supporting my leap of faith. I suppose that my fear comes from my need to control my life.
I'm most likely going to take it, so I ask from you all that if I do, be kind with your communications with me. I'll have to feel the place out before I start breaking the rules. Emails are cool but phone convos (not like I have too many anyway) will be questionable.
Stay tuned, I have until tomorrow to give my decision.
The Maiden Voyage
This past Saturday, Scott got to take his "new" old boat out for its maiden voyage. He bought it used several months ago, but because of all the maintenance it needed, there was no way it was ready for water when he originally bought it.
Anyway, Saturday morning was lovely for me because I slept peacefully and finally dragged myself out of bed around 10:30. Ate breakfast, hit the showers, took the pugglies out for a walk .... and then we were ready. I sent out the photo album but it cannot truly capture Scott's pride when he first laid that boat bare on the water. I, of course, tanned on the boat while the boys (Scott and his buddy Ed) played with the engine. In between me tanning and me drinking, I did manage to capture a few great photos. And Ed did get two of Scott and I.
So here's a few to give you an idea of our afternoon on San Diego Bay. However, for those of you that wanted to know more of what San Diego looks like and what my life is everyday, you can see a bit from these photos!
Friday, June 15, 2007
Normal Again
Sorry for the mini-freakout, I thought everyone was making fun of me, but alas, I was wrong. It really was a long way down, LOL.
Today, I went to a regional sales summit in Los Angeles....it lasted all day, which was OK, but some parts were ridiculously boring. Listening to some nerdy suit talk in a monotone voice about the benefit of using the internet to broaden the broadcast sales statement was the low point for me. I was glad when we left the convention and headed for dinner....and margaritas. Yum.
Just got home a bit ago and of course, because dinner was at a Mexican joint, I had a piece of a quesadilla. I feel sorry for Scott tomorrow who will have to suffer through my gas-butt as a result of my lactose insolence tomorrow. Although, what I did notice is that I am extremely sensitive to Spanish-speaking residents that live in San Diego or LA. One of the girls I work with (who is very nice I might add) flipped on our Mexican busser because he didn't understand that she didn't want him to take one of the plates away. So he left them all on the table because he was confused. When he returned, he was speaking to our waitress in Spanish and I realized that he didn't speak English. So I busted out my skills and told him that it was no big deal and explained the situation. However, the entire time I'm calmly telling him what's up, she's saying quite loudly, "Just leave THIS plate, take the others!"
Thankfully, he understood me and managed to escape the table before she worked herself up into a tizzy.
I really do understand the argument that if one works in the US, one should probably speak English, but what bothers me is that I wonder how I would feel if I was put in the same position as he. What if on a whim, Scott and I move to Italy and I'm trying to work there, maintain our lives and learn Italian? I can respect the difficulty of culture change, I suppose.
Anyway, random thought, it was just something that bothered me a bit tonight.
Other than that, the day brought nothing truly exciting or new. I learned (not surprisingly) that I can outdrink most of my coworkers and still walk better (and in heels) than pretty much all of them.
Tomorrow, we're going out on Scott's newly repaired boat. He bought it months ago, and because of all the repairs needed, we haven't been able to christen it. I think I'll take champagne, but to be safe I won't crack it on the bow. I'll just splash a little.
Sunday, we're going to the San Diego County Fair which is a huge deal every year here. It's pretty fun and it's a glorious excuse to eat ridiculously greasy food. However, I am feeling a bit hefty as of late so my new rabbit diet starts on Monday. Thus, I shall enjoy the fried-whatever that I eat this weekend.
Peace out, m'f'ers and sorry for the crazed "why isn't anyone proud of me" post from the other night. I think I ate some bad chicken or something.
MUAH!
Robincita
Today, I went to a regional sales summit in Los Angeles....it lasted all day, which was OK, but some parts were ridiculously boring. Listening to some nerdy suit talk in a monotone voice about the benefit of using the internet to broaden the broadcast sales statement was the low point for me. I was glad when we left the convention and headed for dinner....and margaritas. Yum.
Just got home a bit ago and of course, because dinner was at a Mexican joint, I had a piece of a quesadilla. I feel sorry for Scott tomorrow who will have to suffer through my gas-butt as a result of my lactose insolence tomorrow. Although, what I did notice is that I am extremely sensitive to Spanish-speaking residents that live in San Diego or LA. One of the girls I work with (who is very nice I might add) flipped on our Mexican busser because he didn't understand that she didn't want him to take one of the plates away. So he left them all on the table because he was confused. When he returned, he was speaking to our waitress in Spanish and I realized that he didn't speak English. So I busted out my skills and told him that it was no big deal and explained the situation. However, the entire time I'm calmly telling him what's up, she's saying quite loudly, "Just leave THIS plate, take the others!"
Thankfully, he understood me and managed to escape the table before she worked herself up into a tizzy.
I really do understand the argument that if one works in the US, one should probably speak English, but what bothers me is that I wonder how I would feel if I was put in the same position as he. What if on a whim, Scott and I move to Italy and I'm trying to work there, maintain our lives and learn Italian? I can respect the difficulty of culture change, I suppose.
Anyway, random thought, it was just something that bothered me a bit tonight.
Other than that, the day brought nothing truly exciting or new. I learned (not surprisingly) that I can outdrink most of my coworkers and still walk better (and in heels) than pretty much all of them.
Tomorrow, we're going out on Scott's newly repaired boat. He bought it months ago, and because of all the repairs needed, we haven't been able to christen it. I think I'll take champagne, but to be safe I won't crack it on the bow. I'll just splash a little.
Sunday, we're going to the San Diego County Fair which is a huge deal every year here. It's pretty fun and it's a glorious excuse to eat ridiculously greasy food. However, I am feeling a bit hefty as of late so my new rabbit diet starts on Monday. Thus, I shall enjoy the fried-whatever that I eat this weekend.
Peace out, m'f'ers and sorry for the crazed "why isn't anyone proud of me" post from the other night. I think I ate some bad chicken or something.
MUAH!
Robincita
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
GRRRRRRR
All right, you guys! I will have you know that I really did well on climbing those pyramids. I feel a little bit less of myself because everyone is commenting on my "scared shitless" look on Templo V, which is appropriate for the height and lack of safety at the top of that thing. So in the spirit of fairness, I am posting a pic of Scott and I on top of the highest temple in Tikal...one that actually had an appropriate landing to support many tourists. This is from Templo IV, otherwise known as the Two Headed Snake Temple ... and the view is from one of the Star Wars movies.
Shit, y'all if you were several hundred feet in the air on a little bitty board, most of you would shit your pants too. At least pretend to be proud of me for this one...or at least recognize the beauty of the jungle canopy behind us.
MUAH
For My Goddaugher Sam
Because I posted an inappropriate-for-children monkey earlier, I am posting a PC version of one of the monkeys we saw....just for my goddaughter Gilberta who happens to LOVE monkeys.
To Sam, with love,
Aunt Robincita
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Sockhead
How could you not love this puggie face? That's his favorite toy.....The SOCK.....anyway, he has been ridiculously cuddly lately and this pic provides a break from all our vacation photos :) Love from JD!!!
Me-Fucking-OW!
Scott took this of me and I left it out of the album because I thought it might be a bit too.....yummy for some of the people I was mass-mailing. Anyway, from what you can see here, I just want to lick him up. Purrrrr.
So Afraid of Heights
For those of you that don't know, I get severe vertigo from heights. I did VERY well in Tikal because most of the structures had platforms at the top with railings that gave me a good center of gravity. While climbing Templo V (the stairs were more like a ladder), I realized only two platforms from the top that I was fucked. I could see there was only a thin board leading toward the main stairs (which were eroded and very steep) and it was loaded with French tourists. I got to the top and immediately hugged the pyramid wall. Scott, knowing me well, knew not to touch me but some French guy that was totally invading my space insisted that Scott "hold" me. He briefly put his arm around me until the guy left and then I sunk to the board. You can't really see the lack of space in this picture, but you can definitely see my "FUUUUUCK YOU" look.
This was me hightailing it down, after I finally talked myself into it. You can't really see it here because Scott made me look up, but I was literally counting the ladder rungs down (not to mention my hands were shaking so badly). When I hit the ground, the crowd of French tourists applauded.
I wanted to hit them but my overwhelming urge to kiss the ground took over.
Monkey Dong
For some very odd reason, I managed to capture some odd monkey body parts....like their penis or butt.
In Tikal, the monkeys are plentiful in the jungles but they're quite fast. I just pointed the camera toward the trees and started snapping away. As you can see from this very well-endowed monkey:
Cuties in Tikal
Who are those hotties? I still can't believe I woke up at 5:30 am! YAY me! This is Scott and I on the morning that we went to Tikal, at one of the little cafes on the outskirts of the city.
If you weren't aware, Tikal is a major archaelogical site located in the Peten region of Guatemala. It is an ancient Mayan city that stretches across 6 miles of dense jungle.
Trip Highlights
Hi All,
So I'm going to be posting great pics and stories from our trip. Hope you enjoy as much as we did!
So I'm going to be posting great pics and stories from our trip. Hope you enjoy as much as we did!
Scenes from Guatemala
This Guatemalan boy was so freaking cute. While we were sitting in the bus station waiting for our ride to Flores, Scott was soaking his bandana with water (because the humidity in Guatemalan is high) and then he put it on his head. This kid was fascinated by it, and tried to do the same with his towel.
Love him!
This pic is of Scott and I on our last day in Flores, Guatemala. We were sitting at a comedor on the outskirts of Lake Peten, just people-watching. Anyway, I adore him and he did so freaking well on this trip! I still can't believe he go on the 10-seater Cessna plane out of Placencia. The cool thing about Guatemala is that they are a very simple people. They're hard-working, determined, sweet and grateful. We had such an amazing time getting to explore the area together, and just taking in the sights. When we left, we were so sad....if anyone ever gets the chance to go, I strongly recommend it!
Monday, June 11, 2007
Happy Monday
I'm at work and automatically not wanting to be here. As of late, with all the changes, I'm finding myself easily bored. Hey, I'm getting better at Solitaire though! I have an interview today with the other station ... I have mixed feelings over it. On one hand, it's nice to be wanted but on the other, I don't really want to entertain the thought of leaving Fox. However, I have a feeling that over the next few months, they're going to downsize even more and although I have no fear for my job, I know the other assistant may be in danger. Due to my seniority, they would most likely keep me in the position.
JD is so cute! He's such a little cuddler. I took some more pics over the weekend, I'll post them up soon. Buster is getting soooo old and curmudgeonly. He is literally the perfect old man stereotype. He's crusty, cute, stubborn, interesting ... I'll have to try to get some of his quirks on video.
Hey, everyone else has children and they're my babies! LOL By the way, I put a pic of my donkey when I was in Bolivia. No reason, I just thought it was funny and I'm trying to post pics with blogs, not just on the blog template page. Grrrr.
Anyway, was signing on to say Happy Monday! I'm sure everyone's just thrilled!
JD is so cute! He's such a little cuddler. I took some more pics over the weekend, I'll post them up soon. Buster is getting soooo old and curmudgeonly. He is literally the perfect old man stereotype. He's crusty, cute, stubborn, interesting ... I'll have to try to get some of his quirks on video.
Hey, everyone else has children and they're my babies! LOL By the way, I put a pic of my donkey when I was in Bolivia. No reason, I just thought it was funny and I'm trying to post pics with blogs, not just on the blog template page. Grrrr.
Anyway, was signing on to say Happy Monday! I'm sure everyone's just thrilled!
Sunday, June 10, 2007
What up???
OK, so we took JD to the dog park today to meet his new cousin Joey who is a boxer pup. Joey did great with the new crowd but JD was a bit more non-sociable.
I'm still trying to figure out how the heck to post a photo with an actual blog! Any help would be greatly appreciated!
I'm still trying to figure out how the heck to post a photo with an actual blog! Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Friday, June 8, 2007
Hola!
OK, so everyone else is into it, so now they've got me doing it as well. But no, if you tell me to jump off the Brooklyn Bridge, I would not do it. I'd probably push you off in my stead.
Crazy things going on here with me. Work has been kind of tense because we used to have two TV stations working out of one building but now they've officially "divorced" and they're downsizing the company. I don't think I'm in any danger of losing my job, but it is so sad to see people that you've worked with for so long packing their things.
We just got back from Belize and Guatemala a little over a month ago and I already want another adventure!!!! It's so amazing to be in other countries and to experience other cultures. Out of the two, Scott and I both enjoyed the last half of the trip more....Guatemala was incredible as you will probably see from the pics I'll be posting. We did not want to leave but we were flying out of Belize City so we had no choice. We spent our last three days in a small coastal village called Placencia. It only took 9 hours of bus and water taxi travel before we finally arrived. However, Placencia was so relaxing, we even had our own cabana on the beach.
For those of you that are wondering about my writing: I am very close to finishing my first book, which will be in the young adult genre. I'll be sending it out to publishers and agents, so keep your fingers crossed that I'm one of the few that break through. I also just finished a short story that I submitted to the Writer's Digest annual short story contest. It's a bit dark, but very intense. Let me know if you want to read it and I'll email it over.
Scott's enjoying his new job, although he's been very busy over there at the Hilton. He just bought a brand new truck and he's having fun driving it around. The pugs are doing well, although Buster is pretty much blind .... with selective sight. He bumps into so many things but if he sees something move in the shadows, he intensively starts barking. He's a funny little guy. JD has been going on nightly jogs with his mom in order to curtail his weight gain. Funny little pug still thinks of jogging as something fun and exciting.
Hope everyone has been doing well, and check occasionally for a new blog :)
Peace out!
Robincita
Crazy things going on here with me. Work has been kind of tense because we used to have two TV stations working out of one building but now they've officially "divorced" and they're downsizing the company. I don't think I'm in any danger of losing my job, but it is so sad to see people that you've worked with for so long packing their things.
We just got back from Belize and Guatemala a little over a month ago and I already want another adventure!!!! It's so amazing to be in other countries and to experience other cultures. Out of the two, Scott and I both enjoyed the last half of the trip more....Guatemala was incredible as you will probably see from the pics I'll be posting. We did not want to leave but we were flying out of Belize City so we had no choice. We spent our last three days in a small coastal village called Placencia. It only took 9 hours of bus and water taxi travel before we finally arrived. However, Placencia was so relaxing, we even had our own cabana on the beach.
For those of you that are wondering about my writing: I am very close to finishing my first book, which will be in the young adult genre. I'll be sending it out to publishers and agents, so keep your fingers crossed that I'm one of the few that break through. I also just finished a short story that I submitted to the Writer's Digest annual short story contest. It's a bit dark, but very intense. Let me know if you want to read it and I'll email it over.
Scott's enjoying his new job, although he's been very busy over there at the Hilton. He just bought a brand new truck and he's having fun driving it around. The pugs are doing well, although Buster is pretty much blind .... with selective sight. He bumps into so many things but if he sees something move in the shadows, he intensively starts barking. He's a funny little guy. JD has been going on nightly jogs with his mom in order to curtail his weight gain. Funny little pug still thinks of jogging as something fun and exciting.
Hope everyone has been doing well, and check occasionally for a new blog :)
Peace out!
Robincita
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