How I Spent My Day

My Dad has one of these, and because he has one of those every 2 1/2 months he has to go downtown to Frazier Rehab to get it emptied and refilled. Because my Dad is disabled, because he sometimes doesn't think as well as he should or remember things like he used to (from years of overuse of pain medication and loss of oxygen during his major heart attack) I usually accompany him on these visits. I fill out paperwork, help him answer questions and handle setting up the valet parking for the car.

And I freaking hate every minute of it.

What taking our Dad to the doctor looks like: A Photo Essay








(note the spot on my upper lip. that's my new 'skin cancer', at least I firmly believe it might be skin cancer. i'll get back to you, the dermatologist won't see me for another month)







Yep.

Fun stuff.

Personality Test

Your answers suggest you are a Counsellor

The four aspects that make up this personality type are:


Summary of Counsellors:
*Search for meaning in their life and develop powerful insights
*Are dedicated to helping others reach their potential
*Think of themselves as gentle, peaceable and cautious
*Others may find it difficult to get to know them

More about Counsellors:

Counsellors have a natural understanding of human relationships and the complexities of life, which they use to help others. They search for meaning in everything and develop complex insights.

Counsellors feel most relaxed and creative when their surroundings are organised. They are deeply private people who only share their insights with trusted friends; however, they will defend their values if challenged.

In situations where they can't use their talents or are unappreciated, Counsellors may withdraw from the people around them or become resentful. Under extreme stress, Counsellors may feel overwhelmed and be driven to organise small parts of their lives such as their kitchen cabinets or their record collection.

Counsellors typically prefer a few close relationships to a wide circle of friends.

Counsellors are often drawn to jobs where they can help people develop emotionally, intellectually or spiritually and where they can use their imagination.

Read about the 16 personality types from the What Am I like? Personality test:
Big Thinker,Counsellor, Go-getter, Idealist, Innovator, Leader, Mastermind, Mentor, Nurturer, Peacemaker, Performer, Provider, Realist, Resolver, Strategist and Supervisor.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/science/humanbody/mind/surveys/whatamilike/index.shtml

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Overall I was surprised by how much I agreed with the results of this thing. I think it describes me pretty well. I am very private, sensitive, tend to have a small group of friends and I am alway searching for meaning in my life. Yep, sounds about right.

Another Day Another Drama

Okay, really...no drama. But that Britney song is catchy.

Here's what I've been up to...bullet point style because I've been trying but can't seem to frame a story this morning that doesn't involve hysterics, over excitement, or corny freakin' cheesiness.

*I've been putting together a binder for this year's vacation. Usually I take a folder, stuff it with maps and directions and brochures and menus and by the time we've arrived it's laying all over the backseat in disarray. Therefore I'm trying organization this year.

*I actually got to help someone plan a vacation! One of the girls my mom works with wanted to make her trip to Destin for a wedding into a vacation but began freaking out when all the hotels were quoting her upwards of $179 a night for the week she wanted to go. Mom called me and I talked to the girl and through our two computers we found her several condos with beautiful views for only $500 a week! It was so awesome.

*I've been trying to talk someone in my family into accompanying me on a trip to Nashville for my birthday to visit the Lebanon, TN Prime Outlet. So that said family member can purchase a Coach bag for their dear daughter.

*So far bargaining tactics are working, especially when I nonchalantly had Jon remind everyone what he received for his birthday. (Wii and accessories...hmph)

*Dooce's entries lately about her new puppy and Chuck have reminded me of all the funny stuff Molly does to annoy Jill. I forget sometimes that she is only 7 months ago and still very much a puppy. And while Jill used to hang off of Jack's neck like Coco does Chuck, Molly prefers to use her giant mouth as an advantage and wrap it entirely around Jill's snout. Don't tell her I said it, but I can tell Jill is totally happy to have Molly around. Maybe.

*I'm considering making these for dinner.

*I'll let you know how that goes.

*And if you happen to see my parents anywhere, don't hesitate to tell them they should go with me to Nashville.

Finally

Am now cross posting here and at my myspace blog!