Give me some Froot Loops!

Nothing says comfort food like...Froot Loops. I love them. Can't get enough of them. Always want them!

I already had two bowls for dinner.  Unfortunately my supply is getting low.  Got to go to Associated and grab some more boxes.  Yum, yum!

Hawaii Here I Come!

I have endlessly dreamt of going to Hawaii since I was a child growing up on the west coast. It was paradise. I figured turning 30 was the perfect reason to finally go to Hawaii. Instead of holding a destination wedding, I'm holding a destination birthday.

Myself, Joani, Moocher, Flex, Sunshine and Pookie are all heading to the beach town of Kailau on O'ahu at the end of June. We are going to soak up the sunshine, BBQ, play some games, enjoy the villages of the Polynesian Cultural Center, take a helicopter tour, and try to see some dolphins.  Mostly I just want to sit on the beach with a book and my brand new floppy hat and remember that I am a lucky, lucky girl.

Only about 58 days left 'till my destination birthday!  I can't explain in words how excited I am!

Journey of the Ankle

It has been a long journey from February 9th to today.  My broken ankle caused enormous amounts of pain and aggravation but it also taught me something.  To sound somewhat "deep", I learned something from the whole experience.  Actually I have learned many things...

• My friends completely stepped up to take care of me
  
• It is okay to be sad and upset
  
• A DVD collection full of chick flicks can be the best medicine
  
• Staring at the same four walls makes me want to redecorate
  
• Although it's hard to be away from my family, I know their prayers helped me
  
• Books are a wonderful escape from the pain
  
• The ability to breathe fresh air and be outside is one of the most wonderful blessings
  

Most of all I am so thankful for my life here in New York City and my faith.  I know that I am supposed to be far from my family to build a home here.  When road blocks come into life it is by faith and trust that I am able to get through the struggle.  I believe that each experience of my life, whether easy or hard, will teach me something and I trust in those lessons to help me become a better person.

Blooms!

Our annual trek to the Conservatory Garden in Central Park took place on Saturday.  It was an absolutely gorgeous day!  Netter and I brunched at 3 Guys then strolled slowly to the park to view the blossoms.  It was beautiful!  Spring has finally fully sprung!

Riding the Bus

No more cabbing daily for me!  It was sucking the money right out of me so yesterday I bought my first monthly MetroCard to ride the bus to and from work.  The thing I noticed is that people aren't as willing to give up the hard fought seats.  

Today I waited forever for a crosstown bus and then when I finally got on the bus no one opted to give up their seat even though I clearly was struggling with the crutch.  At the next stop two people left the disability/wheelchair seats and the man standing right in front of me took over BOTH seats.  I was completely irritated.  

Needless it didn't start off my day right.  

Luckily on the bus ride home a very nice young woman gave up her seat on a very cramped bus.  Thank you to the person who gave up your seat and had to scrunch up next to me.  I really appreciate it.

I definitely will give up my seat next time I see a person with any kind of crutch, cane, stroller, or pregnant belly.  

Poll Results

For those who care, here are the results from the previous 3 polls on this blog.

Gilmore Girls was named the cancelled televsion show with the most impact.

United Kingdom will be my next vacation destination after Hawaii; which looks to be coming to fruition as I plan a trip there for Thanksgiving 2008.

The back is considered the most inconvenient bone to break.  I would have to whole heartedly agree.  

Keep checking for new polls every Saturday and vote.  Isn't this fun?!?  :)

N.K.O.T.B. - It's Official!

The anti-climatic announcement on the Today Show that New Kids on the Block were reforming and touring together was finally made official. I wasn't in my office in Rockefeller Plaza last Friday but my co-workers said you could hear the screaming from the plaza 20 floors below my office. I can't imagine what it will be like when they perform on Friday May 16th.

It is quite nostalgic to think of my days as a fan of N.K.O.T.B. although I wasn't really into them until college and a certain roomie from Alaska owned the Hangin' Tough concert videos. Love for the "Kids" also coinsided with my developing passion for everything 'N Sync. I'm excited to see what the 30 somethings bring to the musical table this time around. They are already styled better than in their hey-day as evidenced by the below. Thank goodness for small miracles...welcome back N.K.O.T.B.!

What!?!

Went to Utah to visit the family this past weekend and all was going just peachy until I woke up on Monday morning to this!!!

Utah weather is CRAZY!

Spring is slowly Springing

I love and adore spring (minus the allergies). Finally New York City is awakening. The trees are coming to life with gorgeous blooms. As I ride around in a cab I just want to start singing "Popcorn Popping". Here are some pics of the spring that is slowly springing. Now all that awaits is the tulips. Better believe I'll take pictures of those too.

N.K.O.T.B. - Yeah!

A couple months ago my buddy Yoga Master sent me an email about the newly created/updated New Kids on the Block website.  I couldn't believe that there was a possibility that Jordan, Donnie, Jonathan, Danny & Joey might once again bring joy to their legion of now 30 something fans.  

I was even more excited when I heard they were coming to the Today Show on NBC this Friday.  I work in the building across the street from the Today Show Studio so I thought maybe I could take a quick "break" to see the men of N.K.O.T.B. but then remembered that I will be out of town on Friday!  The one time I would join the annoying crowds outside my office building and I'm out of town.  Oh well I can always dream about the reunion of 'N Sync.  

Can't wait to see what the big announcement is from the New Kids on the Block!

Birthday Bonanza

I want to wish a very happy birthday to the following family & friends:

Greatest Grandpa - March 24th
Liver - March 29th
Heather - March 30th
Kenny-kins - April 2nd
Heidi H. - April 3rd
Genny E. - April 4th

Three of the six hit the big 30th...so I hope you each celebrated heartily!
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Goodbye to Heels

The injury that just keeps on giving...now I can't wear heels for months. I love wearing heels especially at Church. My closet is bursting with nice heels that now will get no love because I couldn't walk down some stairs.

My wallet is going to feel some pain instead because I need to augment my flats collection.  Here is my first purchase to try and make my feet feel pretty without the addition of some height.  Of course the shoe is encased in black patent leather.   I wouldn't be me if I didn't choose a new shoe in patent leather.

I hope that my feet, especially my left foot will be ready to wear these nice shoes without the added benefit of two silver crutches blocking the eye line to the shoes.

I'm hoping that the shoe companies make some pretty new flats because I just became their newest customer.  And all know that I love to buy shoes. 

Happy May 22nd!

Netter brought me glad tidings of great joy yesterday...So You Think You Can Dance is back on the Fox air on Thursday May 22nd.  This is seriously the show that gets me through the summer.  I'm so excited to see the goodness of dance return to glory.  Enough of these stupid shows like You Mama Don't Dance, Step It Up and Dance, etc.  It is all about So You Think You Can Dance!

This is one of my favorite routines from last year.  I'm sure the dance caliber will be just as good this year.  Happy May 22nd to me!

Back in the Saddle

I did it...seven whole hours at work today!  It was fantastic!  I'm sure there were co-workers who thought I was completely ridiculous because of my giddy attitude about being back at my glorious cubicle.  Not even a leak under the kitchen sink could diminish my joy at being at work.  

Let's just hope that the leg and ankle can sustain the thought of working full days for the next week.  Definitely crossing my fingers.

Injury Update for Joani

My Joani has been worried about the prognosis of my ankle after the cast removal.  I don't know if I have been painting an accurate picture of the level of bruising, swelling, discomfort and overall pressure...so I have opted to post some pictures for my Joani to see with her own beautiful brown eyes.

Please forgive me using my blog to post pictures of my foot but I don't know how well equipped Joani is with photo attachments via email.  I know you're trying my mommy!

Open the Polls

With the constant barrage of political news coverage that always contains some kind of "polling of the American People", I thought it would be a good idea to start my own polling straight from my little PinkyMcG blog.  

Please check out the weekly poll and cast your vote for some deep questions on the social, political, economic, religious, educational, philosophical, emotional...okay, who am I kidding, the questions will be all about me and what happens to pop into my mind at that particular moment.  Look to the left for your first opportunity to comment on things I seem to think require outside opinions.  

Enjoy and happy polling!  

Victory!

The DVD recorder did what it was purchased for.  BYU v UCLA is on DVDs set to be mailed to Big Lug.  I was paranoid that in the 4th Quarter the disk would spit out that I stopped the recording at the conclusion of the 3rd Quarter.  I figured two disks were better than none.  

Once I am sprung from my ankle prison I will mail the disks to Big Lug.  Maybe I'll go a little crazy and try for the TCU game that was played on Thursday, November 8th.  

BYU DVD Recording

This is a "public" apology to my brother Big Lug for my inability to come through with my promise to put BYU football games versus New Mexico, TCU, Utah and UCLA on a DVD for him.  Luckily I was able to come through on the Utah game but my DVD recording has been extremely temperamental on the New Mexico, TCU and UCLA games.  My DVD recorder and I had a stern conversation about it's inability to do the task it was purchased for.  Hopefully this will set it straight because RIGHT NOW I am trying to put the UCLA game on a DVD.  

Yes it is 6:00am on a Saturday morning and I'm attempting to record a football game that was played on December 22nd.  Better late than never.  Cross your fingers that DVD recorder does what it should.

This game ended with the coolest play.  Check it out below.  GO COUGARS!

A New Blogger

Welcome to the blogging world my brother.  Check out his entry.  

The Cast Is Off!

Hooray...the cast came off!  The saw took off that annoying, heavy and beautifully decorated cast. It has now been removed from my extremely atrophied leg.  It was not a pretty picture when the cast came tumbling down.  

As ecstatic as I am that I no longer have to deal with the surgical cast shower protector my jubilee has been dampened due to the fact that Mr. Ankle Doctor wants me to stay home for another week!  I want my life back and I don't know if I can enjoy my apartment much longer.  I'm tempted to pay a lot of money to move just for a change of scenery.