Daze of my life: March 2007

Thursday, March 29, 2007

Running

So I went for a run/walk yesterday evening. I was worried about my knees and how they would react but of course did it anyway. I can't just walk after years of running - please! So I did all my appropriate physical therapy prescribed stretches before and after and joy of joys - my knees don't hurt at all. Now my hams are different story but my knees are fine. This makes me very excited and though I'm sorely tempted to try it again tonight, I am not completely ignorant. I'll wait a couple of days and then try it again. But I did accomplish my goal of making it across the Delaware-Raritan Canal bridge over Rte. 1. I hadn't been that far south on the canal before but now I know where it goes: under 95 where you exit for Rte. 1 North and South and the curves under both exit ramps and then next to Rte. 1 South. It was quite fun - I always like figuring out where roads go.
Anyway, I'm happy my knees are good and grateful for marvelous spring weather!!

Tuesday, March 27, 2007

Job refusal

So I declined the job offer I've been thinking about for the past couple of months. It worked out really well and I think I got another mentor out of it! I'm glad the lady who I would have worked for took the time to really think about what she was looking for and was willing to take the time to find the right person. She said a number of nice things about my skill level, personality and such and wants to help me find the right job that might fit more with my personality and abilities, something that would perhaps challenge me more. It was a great experience and I was close yet again but I believe this to be the right decision and am looking forward to learning more about patience and what God has in store for me. So here I will stay for the near future.

One lady in my office was so happy when she found out I wasn't leaving she gave me a big hug! It's nice to be wanted! :-)

Friday, March 16, 2007

local Christian radio

This is a Washington Post article about a local radio station. It seems a bit of a hard take but in the end, I believe I agree with the summary and basis of the article. I loved this station a few years ago when it did have more sermons and less music and nonsensical banter. Regarding the present station I'm not such a fan.

<http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/03/14/AR2007031402465_pf.html>

Thursday, March 08, 2007

Termites or Flying Ants?

So on Saturday I went into my room to take a nap and was greeted by teeny winged creatures hanging out on my wall and my bed. So I called Matt and the maintenance men for help, naturally. The maintenance man thought they were termites so Matt and I went Home Depot for some termite spray. We got back and he sprayed that side of the room with the Raid and I hoped it would all be over. So I got a call yesterday from Russ, my maintenance man, and he said they weren't termites, it's apparently too early for them, so he believes them to be flying ants. So I finally moved back into my room last night, after having been sleeping in my living room the past four nights - though I must say my couch is most comfortable!!
I was also a little worried because I'm having a housewarming party this weekend and wasn't looking forward to having any uninvited guests of the insect variety. So I think we should be good to go for the party. All else is well and life is good. Adios for now!