Having Fun

I picked up my new van on Thursday, and people from work wanted to see a picture. Well, this is what I sent them. Earlier in the week, my boss sent out an email containing pictures of women drivers. The very last picture, which was the gold medal winner, had my picture super-imposed in it. It was a good laugh. So, when asked to send a picture of my van, I decided to find the worst picture I could and super-impose a picture of me in it. It was lots of fun. Our group, DOT, really does work hard at our jobs, but we have lots of fun in the process. Laughing is a GREAT stress reliever. And, I love to help out whenever I can.

New Van

Well, I'm 52 years old, and I am finally getting a brand new vehicle. Not just a new vehicle that was previously used by someone else that maybe wasn't exactly the color I wanted or had the features I wanted. I was always settling for someone else's hand-me-downs. And, I didn't always have a real say in the matter. Well, yesterday, I signed the papers to purchase a 2008 Chrysler Town and Country. It is the color I wanted and has the features I wanted (heated seats was the big one... LOL).

I know that buying new isn't always "smart" according to some people. But, in my lifetime I always wished that I would have at least one, which has finally come ture. The big selling point was the Lifetime Powertrain Warranty. With all the driving I do for work, that will be a big plus. I had to give up some gas mileage for comfort, but it is worth it with the amount of hours I spend in my car.

We will pick it up on Thursday. I am really excited.

Proud Parent

Just wanted to let everyone know how proud I am of my daughter, Kim. She completed her LPN training late last year, and she has taken her state boards. She passed, which is not surprising to me. I had no doubt in my mind that she would. She has a new job, and she will excel as she always has.

She is a loving and kind woman. She will make a fantastic nurse. Great job Kim! Keep up the good work.

Working full time again!

Well, I started back to work full time after the first of the year. It has been good but challenging at times. I am still not 100% even though the neurologist released me with no restrictions. Had to contact my family doctor and discuss the restrictions. He did fill out the appropriate paperwork to allow me to work into no restrictions. This will take time, but each day and each week will get better.

Feels good to be productive again!