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| Monday, November 12th, 2007 | | 7:49 pm |
response to sparklefluff's 11/12 entry
The rules: 1) Answer questions and type into google image search 2) Post pictures from first results page 1. Age at next birthday:  2. A place you'd like to travel:  3. Your favorite place:  4. Your favorite objects:  5. Your favorite food:  6. Your favorite animals:  (ALL Animals) 7. Your favorite color:  8. Town where you were born:  9. Town where you live:  10. Name of a past pet:  11. First name of a past love:  12. Best friend's nickname:  13. Your screen name/nickname:  14. Your first name:  15. Your middle name:  16. Your last name:  17. Bad habit of yours:  18. First job:  19. Grandmother's name:  20. Your college major:  Current Mood:  peaceful | | Thursday, July 19th, 2007 | | 6:13 pm |
My Brain is OK
But still doesn't mean that my head isn't. Met with my internist, prescribed yet another sleeping aid (Lunesta) in an attempt to help my insomnia, didn't work (for me.) He also ordered a Sleep Study/Consultation on the 31st to better diagnosis. Also met with the head of neurology at Northwestern and he ruled out "genetic, diabetic" reasons. It could be an isolated incident, lifestyle or both. I appear to be physically "fit" but playing just 27 holes of golf in a day and a half WORE me out! That without sleep, poor eating, drinking habits and not taking or getting proper vitamins/nutrition. I had my sleep deprived EEG Tuesday and got the results today that all is well. Bottom line is that I need (will) start taking better care of myself; through lifestyle, exercise, diet, work/life balance etc...which I already have. More to come after the Sleep Center Consult. | | Thursday, July 12th, 2007 | | 10:44 am |
Relieved
So I had a pretty good 4th of July with the exception of a seizure I had while visiting family. I was alone when it happened while I was getting gas, thankfully I wasn't driving. Anyway, I got my blood results back from a test yesterday. Liver enzymes are normal. Yippie, haven't completely destroyed my liver. I'm going to meet with my neurologist today at 2pm to see what exactly is going on. I think it was just lack of sleep coupled with stress; I also suffer from insomnia. Speaking of, I am now waiting to hear from the sleep study center for my test. Joy! | | Wednesday, June 6th, 2007 | | 7:11 pm |
I'm still around
Hey, haven't posted forever, but I have still been reading. Things are going well for me so far.... My 3 month contract assignment is about to end and I have been sending out my resume. Honestly not as aggressive as I'd like and know I need to step it up. Getting ready to move into a new place, literally it's brand new and cheaper! In the process of looking for a new therapist. Father in-law who is upset with me and his daughter will be here this weekend go to lunch or bail like my typical self? Dunno.
Onto positive things now: Many of you know my best friend Cecil my little pug. You may also know of our (suz and me) fav place....Tap or "Black and Blue." Anyway since the weather has been nicer dogs are out in full force. There is this one particular pup I like in the neighborhood, Stella. She is an 8 month old St. Bernard. This BIG beauty is 150lbs and whenever I hit the Tap I take treats and she eats them up!
Tonight on my evening walk with Cecil, we were on our home stretch after almost doubling our regular walk, rounded the corner when we both saw this BIG ass dog! Stella! Stella and her owner both recognized me and remembered me talking about Cecil. At first Cecil was scared to death (me too.) Then all he was interested in were the people. While he was flirting I was down emptying my pockets full of treats to Stella!
Man/woman's best friend. | | Sunday, April 1st, 2007 | | 10:40 am |
Thinking
It's very nice here in Chicago today a bit windy, but hey, that's expected. The sun has been shining bright since I woke up. Although this has been a good year for me so far, there have also been plenty of ups and downs. Since it was nice, I decided to take my IPod to the rooftop and take in some sun while thinking and reflecting back on the positive and negative things I've experienced this year. I resigned my job, got another one just two weeks later, trying to get visitation with my son in California and just the recent death of my brother-in-laws (16) mother. I worked very closely with her while I worked in Indy at her company. I learned a great deal from her about business and family. I have always respected Deb and even though she's lost her life to cancer she will always be in my thoughts! Her son Zach has also gone through a lot, the divorce of his parents, "summer" camp, and now his mom's passing. He is a super strong young man and I hope he knows I'm here if he needs to talk. I actaully spoke to him last night, he was pretty tired as he is in Florida with Suzanne and his dad. I got a call from Suz this am that Zach's mom died. I can't even imagine what Zach is feeling right now. I'm thinking about you buddy! Current Mood:  sad | | Monday, March 26th, 2007 | | 1:01 pm |
New Job!
After resigning last week and doing some interviewing I start a contract recruiting assignment with a Market Data Research firm on 4/2. 40hrs a week no more, no less 35hr, plus it's 50yards from my front door. Needless to say, Cecil will be seeing plenty of me! Current Mood:  relieved | | Tuesday, March 20th, 2007 | | 9:47 am |
I'm free once again!
After 10 years of being in sales (B2B) and the past 7 1/2 years as a headhunter I resigned from my job yesterday. I will be working off and on as I transition my accounts over. I feel very happy about my decision (as well as family and friends). It's been a long time coming and the uncertainty of sales, the ups and downs were wearing on me mentally and physically. Being on straight commission was stressful too, skies the limit or you could be in the dumps! I know that the past eight months of therapy has certainly helped. It's finally starting to get nice outside here in Chicago. I have and am seriously considering taking some time and walking dogs. At least my good friend Cecil will have me around more often. Not sure about my new career; I have many options and thankful for all the support of friends and family! Current Mood: relieved | | Friday, March 9th, 2007 | | 8:22 pm |
Sporadic thoughts...
It's been awhile since I've last posted.... Many things have happened; couples therapy once a week, individual therapy once a week (PTSD) and med doctor once a month. Both couples and individual therapy is going great and I'm getting SO much from it. Just over 10 years ago I was an Active duty Marine and was discharged with an MOS of 8541. After that "experience" is when I started to block out the past; be it "action" or training, I just blocked it. I have now realized that not only do I have past issues to get through, I have to accept the fact I am no longer a target and I'm a civilian. This disorder has affected my home life as well as my profession. My internal doctor just through drug after drug at me in the hopes I'd be better with anxiety and phobias. (it just made things worse) It was about eight months ago when my wife's family acknowledged my self medication through drugs and alcohol that I realized I was running. I have now stopped the abuse of these substances, started cognitive thinking, meditation and breathing techniques. My performance at work and home live as well as social life (I'm a homebody) has allowed me to once enjoy the things I did before the Marine Corps. Thanks to all the Therapist's out there! Current Mood: calm | | Friday, February 2nd, 2007 | | 4:04 pm |
Super Bowl!
Originally from Indianapolis and living in Chicago for 10 years, most people automatically assume I am for the Colts. Growing up in Indiana we didn't have a team, therefore I rooted for Da Bears! Either way I WILL be celebrating!  Coach Lovie Smith and Tony Dungy Current Mood:  excited | | Saturday, December 30th, 2006 | | 1:16 pm |
Finally some free time!
Well I sure hope you all had a nice holiday and are ready for the New Year! It's certainly been very busy for us. For the most part I am a "homebody", but for the past six days have had something daily. I sure am glad I have the flexibility to work from home, but really hasn't been much of a "vacation" per se. Hey, I'll take what I can get. Now it's Saturday and I don't have anything to do! Other than hang out with my best friend Cecil!  Have a safe and Happy New Year whatever you decide to do! Current Mood: relaxed | | Thursday, December 14th, 2006 | | 4:12 pm |
Need some quick advice
I've been recruiting for over seven years now. For the past five years I have partnered with an Executive Search firm to assist some of their clients hiring at the administrative level. A couple years ago this same firm tried recruiting ME to work for them. I was flattered and they did end up offering me the job, however it was approximately 2/3 of the money I'm currently making, so I declined. Last week the firm called me for some administrative needs of their own (negotiated a deal), started searching, filled one job etc.... So, I just got a call from one of the Managing Partners and he said everyone was pleased with my work and have always been. Larry told me that the President/CEO wants to sit down with me for yet another opportunity to work for them. This time is sounds like they would want me to head up a totally separate division. I'm waiting for his assistant to phone me for a time the President/CEO and I can sit down. It will only be an hour of my time right? I'm doing good now, but it would be nice to move up the "professional" ladder again. I should go meet him again, right? Current Mood:  confused | | Monday, December 11th, 2006 | | 1:48 pm |
Got Hair?
I work in an office with 13 woman and a couple other guys. Late this morning one of the ladies really wanted a hairbrush. She went on to ask the entire office and nobody had one for her. I went to lunch and as I passed her, she asked me if I had a hairbrush... what? Current Mood:  chipper | | Thursday, November 30th, 2006 | | 3:19 pm |
| | Friday, November 10th, 2006 | | 11:26 am |
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
To the Marine Corps, all Marines; still serving and formally served. Once a Marine, always a Marine. Happy 231st Birthday! Semper Fi Current Mood: peaceful | | Thursday, October 26th, 2006 | | 8:43 am |
I'm Back
I haven't posted in a while due to several things. I started back in couples and individual counseling about a month ago to work on some things. I was taking all sorts of anti-anxiety medication which was really messing with my body and mind. That coupled with drinking and "smoking" wasn't a great combination, so I decided to seek help. Things are going VERY, VERY well, I'm pretty much off my Xanax, down to 2-3 beers a night and a hell of a lot less "smoke". I feel great!! I had my appointment with my shrink a couple weeks ago and he put me on Zoloft (which is working great), just have to watch drinking (good thing). I started drinking 2 glasses of red wine a night to calm me down (going to totally cut out beer)(love it). I have been out of the Marine Corps for over 10yrs and have been diagnosed with PTSD (go figure), Social Phobia and Generalized Anxiety Disorder. Who knew post traumatic was just that! Anyway, things are really starting to turn around for me and I am doing great so far!! Current Mood:  pleased | | Friday, October 6th, 2006 | | 11:37 am |
Weeks End...Finally!
Friday, yah! I recently moved desks at work and am now out of the bullpen environment. Which quite honestly is better for me, since I can't hear a thing. However, I now feel like Milton in the movie Office Space. Was going to play golf tomorrow, but that got canceled. Oh well, at least I have a few more weeks of nice weather to play. Just going to get some errands done this weekend. I hope you all have a great weekend; whatever you do or wherever you are, have fun and be safe! Current Mood: happy | | Saturday, September 30th, 2006 | | 8:40 pm |
Be Water
“Empty your mind, be formless, shapeless - like water. Now you put water into a cup, it becomes the cup, you put water into a bottle, it becomes the bottle, you put it in a teapot, it becomes the teapot. Now water can flow or it can crash. Be water, my friend.” Bruce Lee Current Mood: relaxed | | Friday, September 29th, 2006 | | 6:23 pm |
Long, but positive and productive week!
Had a long, but successful week. 7:30 manager's meeting Monday morning (after a Sunday filled with football). Non-stop scheduling with my clients, mentoring my mentee and visiting clients. Therapy Wednesday, which was very fulfilling and positive. (Continuing down that path...wish me luck). Today ended great and I walked away feeling proud! Going to lay low tonight and rest up as I have a big day of golf tomorrow with my boss and "his" fraternity brothers. (Again, wish me luck). Current Mood: pleased | | Thursday, September 28th, 2006 | | 4:26 pm |
| | Monday, September 25th, 2006 | | 7:18 pm |
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The soul is the same in all living creatures, although the body of each is different - Hippocrates |
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