Where's Abby (+ Dylan and dogs)

Lately, I've been amused at instances that make me feel "old" or "grown up." These are just some of those laughable moments.  Returning my Halloween costume (or clothes, or rug) so I could eat... And then going back to get the rug later with the discount they gave me for my "next purchase." Smart shopping. Having this Christmas List... Throw in a tulip and some love birds with these boring house goods and I'm happy. Particularly this teal beauty... And whoever her love bird is.  Sending out my very own, I'm single, with no baby, and proud Christmas cards. Leaving a present for our sweet mailman. Not even getting out of the car for a party with a yard full of frat boys and chicks in slutty Santa costumes. No. Thanks. Actually finishing off all my food in the house before going grocery shopping. When 22 year old boys seem too young... There are (obvi) some adult things I still struggle with... Understanding everything that c...

Run River North : My new obsession right now. I mean listen to that voice! So, I finally had a night of not only realistic, practical thinking, but I also finally got back to my dreams, values, and opinions. For a while there, I felt like I didn't have a strong preference to any option and lost sight of what I even wanted. I'm still not 100% set on one goal (which is not my way of thinking anyway, as I've learned that just makes disappointment so likely). But I do have a better idea of what I want, how to get it, and where to do it.  For a while, I was so set on Colorado and wanting to make that happen as soon as possible. But with my economic and job situation right now it was simply not possible. So, I was thinking of just getting whatever job to save and move there ASAP.  BUT, this monumental, practical, clear thinking set in the other night, and I realized that I need to just go ahead and get grounded here. I actually ruled out the NYC/Chicago nanny option ...