Archive for January, 2007
The Best Day of My Life–updated
Posted by: | CommentsThis morning I had an MRI done of my brain. I was completely fine with this appointment, knowing that if I wanted to put an end to my headaches, then we need to rule out everything. We’ve ruled out medication and chocolate, so let’s get my head scanned. Fine. No problem. I called two weeks ago to schedule the appointment and the woman, who was so very nice, told me that I could not have anything to eat or drink for four hours before my appointment. I sat there stunned, my heart beginning to beat wildly, I asked "even coffee?" She politely responded with "No, you moron, honey, no coffee." So, I began to dread this appointment, this 10am appointment, because how was I going to go that long with out caffeine. Food? Fine. Water? Okay. Coffee? I may die.
All of you non-coffee drinkers may think I’m being dramatic, which is fine, because I don’t trust you anyway, (what kind of non-coffee drinking planet are you from?) but it’s real. It’s an addiction. Have mercy on me, okay?
I thought that if the kids would just sleep until 8:30am, I could give them their breakfast, take a shower and run out the door that I wouldn’t even notice the lack of caffeine. But, they woke up at 7:30. So, I went into their rooms and tried to be as pleasant as possible. I kissed and hugged them, tickled them and bit at their terribly cute toes, opened their shades, and I missed my coffee. Still missing my coffee and just the mere habit of making my morning coffee, I checked my e-mail. And fed the kids. And took a shower. And left. And hit every red light possible. I was really missing my coffee, my headache was beginning and my mood was shifting rapidly. I dropped the kids off at my amazing friend’s house and arrived at the imaging center. Everything went fine, despite the easy listening station playing in my ears, can you say nightmare? Luckily the MRI "machine" is so deafening loud that I could barely make out the sounds of Bryan Adams and Ace of Base. Before I knew it, about an hour later, I was out the door. I stopped at Dunkin’ Donuts and bought an extra large coffee. Picked the kids up, stuck around there for awhile and went to Target with Racecar and Ariel.
After we left Target I decided I should get more caffeine, so we stopped at Starbucks. I ordered a grande Caramel Mocha. I paid for my drink and the girl, A.K.A "my most favorite person in the world," said "we accidently made you a caramel macchiato, would 
you like this for free, if not, we’ll just throw it away, we are making your caramel mocha now." Are you asking me if I want a FREE COFFEE FROM STARBUCKS? Seriously? You’re asking?? So, there you have it, I drove away with two coffees, I was a happy girl. Just ask my kids.
Life got even better when I smelled my Caramel Mocha. And it got even better after I tasted it. And it only made sense.
CARAMEL + CHOCOLATE + COFFEE = ORGASM IN A CUP. Who knew you could pull up to a Starbucks and order AN ORGASM? It was the GREATEST THING I HAVE EVER TASTED IN MY LIFE. I need more.
Hours after my MRI, I am fully recovered from my caffeine withdrawal, in fact, I’m now sluggish and tired and in need of a nap. I better have more coffee.
___________________
I wrote this post at 2:20 PM, this afternoon. Since then, I became TERRIBLY ILL. Some sort of reaction to the dye they injected or the copious amounts of caffeine or the lack of food, I spent a great deal of time on the terlet (toilet) and with a terrible stomachache. It’s 10:30 PM and I’m still sick as shit. Not really the best day of my life afterall. blah.
____________________
I’m just responding to some of the comments. I have brought up my coffee habit with my doctor, even recently, I’m very honest with him about how much I consume. He, however, doesn’t feel that the caffeine is the culprit for a few reasons. First, I drink about 100+ ounces of water, in addition to the coffee, daily. Secondly, my headaches are not everyday, my coffee habit most certainly is. Finally, because I have additional pain/pressure while bending over, he doesn’t feel caffeine would cause that. Luckily, I have given coffee/caffein up in the past, and somehow, I didn’t die, so I knew I would be okay if I had to give it up, but for now, I’m dedicated to my mocha…at least for now.
Wordless Wednesday #5
Posted by: | Comments
Yet
another
confused
Northwest
Indiana
resident.
(da bears.)
More Wordless Wednesdays
Works for Me Wednesday
Posted by: | Comments
This week’s "Works for Me Wednesday" should help those with 2 children in a grocery store!
I like to put one child in the front seat of a grocery cart facing me, then one in the larger part of the cart (the basket), which leaves little room for groceries! So, what I do, is grab one of the baskets that you can can carry (with the handles) and fill it with items that can easily be crushed, like bread and eggs and I keep the basket underneath the basket of the cart. It works just like a drawer! Click here for more WFMW!
Recipe Review
Posted by: | CommentsWell, I made my goal. I’ve shared 3 new recipes in the month of January. How very kind of me. I made Parmesan-Crusted Chicken last night. Unfortunately, I have no idea how it tasted because I can not taste or smell anything. The fact that I even made dinner was out of complete devotion to all of you. I love you, you know? Oh, and I love my husband, too. I love that he wanted to know if I wanted to take a picture of the food before cleaning up dinner. I did not, because, I didn’t care. Because I’m sick. bleh
Here’s a stock photo for you, though, and the recipe. Brian gave it 3 stars. I can grade it on how easy it was to prepare…it was easy. HOWEVER, I must tell you that I did not make the cream sauce because I did not have another can of chicken broth. I was pretty disappointed, but got over it quickly. (oh and I only buy Whole Grain Ritz, and they worked just fine.)
PARMESAN-CRUSTED CHICKEN WITH CREAM SAUCE
(this is a light recipe, by Kraft Foods Healthy Living, one serving is 9 points with the rice, not bad.)
| 2 cups MINUTE Brown Rice, uncooked |
|
1 can (14 oz.) fat-free reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided |
|
6
RITZ Crackers, finely crushed |
|
2 Tbsp. KRAFT 100% Grated Parmesan Cheese |
|
4 small boneless skinless chicken breast halves (1 lb.) |
|
2 tsp. oil |
|
1/3 cup PHILADELPHIA Chive & Onion Light Cream Cheese Spread |
|
3/4 lb. asparagus spears, trimmed, steamed |
| COOK rice as directed on package, using 1-1/4 cups of the broth and 1/2 cup water. |
|
MEANWHILE, mix cracker crumbs and Parmesan cheese on plate. Rinse chicken with cold water; gently shake off excess water. Dip chicken in crumb mixture, turning over to evenly coat both sides of each chicken breast with the crumb mixture. |
|
HEAT oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken; cook 5 to 6 min. on each side or until golden brown on both sides and cooked through (170°F). Place chicken on serving plate; cover to keep warm. Add remaining 1/2 cup broth and the cream cheese spread to same skillet. Cook on medium heat until mixture just comes to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer 3 min. or until sauce is thickened, stirring frequently. Spoon sauce over chicken. Serve with the rice. |
Meme Meme Meme
Posted by: | CommentsI’ve been tagged by Just Peachy to tell you five things about me. Although I just did a meme with the same theme, who doesn’t have more than five things to tell about themselves?? By the way, Just Peachy was nominated for the Share the Love awards for Most Inspiring. A very deserving nod in her direction!
FIVE THINGS ABOUT ME
1. Yesterday, I went to Target for basic essentials like toilet paper, paper towels, Tide, etc. I had three coupons I wanted to use. During my check out I showed my coupons to my cashier and put them down in front of her. I want to make sure I used them because 1. They are expiring on January 31st and I know I will not need to spend another $10 in toilet paper before then. and 2. We’re talking about seventy five whole cents, here. So, she rings me up and forgets to scan my coupons. Of course, she does. So, she has to call a manager. I almost said "just forget it" but…see the 2 reasons above. So, they do a post void and I’m out. Then last night, I check my account, because I’m obsessive like that, I am have $1.16 in my account. Target has charged me for $90 and $89. And I have a $39 check out….
2. I sometimes wish I worked. That way, on days that I am sick, like
today, I could call off of work, send my kids to day care and lay on
the couch ALL DAY LONG. Is there something wrong with that? Instead,
I’m awake, with my bra and shoes on, make-up on my face, hair pulled
back with a kleenex sticking out of my nose because my nose will not
stop running andRacecar just pooped in his underwear. But in reality, I know as a working mom, I would drag myself to work because I have to save my sick days for when my kids are sick, not me. I’m no fool.
3. I love graphic tees from Old Navy. They’re made of Pima Cotton and they rock my world. I even bought one to wear to bed at night. They’re that awesome.
4. I buy too many shirts in this color scheme. MUST.STOP.MYSELF. And
my kids
witnessed me taking pictures of the clothes in my closet, I’m
pretty sure they are going to need therapy because of it. I can just hear
them saying to a future therapist "…and my Mom used to take pictures of
her clothes in her closet with a kleenex sticking out of her nose."
5. I used to play softball for years and years. Since I was six. I was a catcher. I caught every foul ball that was anywhere near me (and beyond). My nickname was Jody Davis.
6. (six because #1 doesn’t count.) I have an MRI on Wednesday, a scan on my brain to rule out reasons why I’m having so many headaches. My biggest fear is that I’ll have to sneeze…because I have sneezed eleventy thousand times just today. Please God. No sneezing on Wednesday between 10 and 11, m, kay?
7. (seven because I don’t know when to shut-up) On Friday, I am going out of town. My girlfriend Lynette and I are going childless to visit my sister in Louisville for the weekend. Drinking. Shopping. Eating. Bunco. word to yo’ mutha.
I TAG YOU!
