Ode to my cats

Oh we wouldn't torture them if we didn't love them!

It finally came in the mail

Back in September I took the ASCP Phlebotomy licensing exam, learned that I passed within 2 weeks, but just now got the certificate in the mail. I wanted to show you a copy of it, will get it framed and hung up soon. I think its cool that I can now sign my name, Jennifer C. Long, ASCP (PBT) cm... its a mouthful!

On November 5, 2009 Eric turned 25. We did a simple celebration. Had roast for dinner and I made him a cake. He had a handful of presents between my mom and I, while we are still waiting for the box from his mom. The Sasha kitty sat in his the lap while he was opening gifts.

Happy Birthday Eric. I love you!

Halloween Crafts

This year for halloween we didn't do much. Eric got home on October 30th from Rhode Island and we had a peaceful day on Saturday. Even though Eric was gone, I still made scarecrow chair covers. I think they're pretty cute! Also made halloween cupcakes for Eric when he did come home!

Circus!

I went to the circus yesterday with my friend Chelsey. Mom says I've been to one before, but since I don't remember it doesn't count, so this was my first time! The lighting was dark with lots of special effects, so of course the pictures didn't really turn out. We had the trapeeze (sp?) act and clowns and tigers and elephants and horses and zebras and dogs doing tricks. They shot 2 girls out of a cannon, well fake looklike a cannon but still, shot them thru the air. Lots of gymnast like jumps and twirls. They even made a song and dance to "don't try this at home."

It was a fun activity and for the price ($15) you couldn't beat it! They also had a little meet and greet before where we were able to be up closer with the elephants and clowns. It was good.

Also went and saw Julie and Julia last Sunday. Went to the Evergreen State Fair the Sunday before that. Been keeping busy while Eric's gone.

Eric is going to Va?

So Eric's mother and youngest sister, Allycia will be in Va the first week of Oct. It came up in conversation about the possibility of Eric visiting them while he is in RI. Unfortunately the cheapest flights were $340, and for a weekend trip, we couldn't justify it. But his mom really wanted to see him, as did Eric want to see them. And with Eric's schedule next year, who knows when he'll get a chance to see them? So mother in law and I made a deal, we split the cost, and Eric gets to go to Va.
Just bought Eric's ticket, I hope he enjoys his mini trip with his mom and sister.

the Emptiness without Eric

Eric's been gone for over a week, been keeping busy with work and studying for my phlebotomy licensing exam.
Went to the Evergreen State Fair with some friends from work. Got to see animals from all the 4H clubs, pigs, chickens, goats, cows, horses, all the good stinky ones. I even tried to convince ERic that I could have one of the slaughter pigs.
Bought a raffle ticket for a 1957 Chevy Bel Air, its doubtful I will win, but hey, its nice to dream. The drawing is Oct 11 at the mall down the street. I might just go to find out who wins. Also got a set of 800 thread count sheets for $20. We'll see if they last, they are really soft though.
The cats have been extra cuddly, Maggie only when she's hungry, but I won't turn it down!
Bought school books today, had only 1 book available used, so I spent $500. I'm not too thrilled.
Goodnight