Thursday, March 31, 2005
Country Music
Is there anyone out there who likes country music? Come one, there has to be someone! I have a free ticket to give away!
Love On-line
So, I have a profile on an on-line dating site, and here are some of the responses I have gotten:
Why do all the pretty girls live so far away?
Great ad! And, you look absolutely amazing in your picture, too!
Well Pam, Your ad has to be one of the best I've read since I joined this site. I think your personality really comes out when you read it. It made me upgrade my membership just to tell you. hehe. The guy that finds his way to your heart will be very lucky. stay well :)
You are stunning! I am a little past your age range but wanted to say hello :-)
just in case no one told you yesterday, you're totally hot... have a great day
You are definitely a beautiful woman:)
Great smile, it actually made me feel better today.
i cant believe u havent found a great guy yet ! i see y all the time and it just doesnt make sense to me ! r there no good guys around where u live or what LOL? oh wel i guess im still here to so whatever will be will be !
Good morning nerd babe. What's going on?
Here is what I wrote:
I recently moved from Florida to North Carolina, so I am not actively seeking the love of my life as I settle into my new home. However, I know he is out there, and if he finds me, I am waiting. Now you may ask, how will I know when I find him . . . ?
It will be easy for him to make me smile and to bring out my silly side. He will know when to tell me to take a deep breath and to relax. He will think that my little quirks are adorable; he would get who I am and see beauty in my vulnerabilities. He will know when to point out when I am overreacting or when he should just hold me and stroke my hair. He will get my esoteric jokes, and hear my voice over a crowd. He would be protective of me but treat me like an equal. He wouldn't be intimidated by my intellect, appearance, or success; instead he would be proud and supportive. He would know what he wants and how he feels along with being able to communicate those needs and feelings to me. He would be stubborn enough to get mad at me and let me know it, but also let me know he still loves me and we will eventually work things out. He wouldn't necessarily be a romantic at heart, but he would love me enough that he would naturally do things to make me feel special. He wouldn't really need me, but he would want me so much that he wouldn't truly be happy without me.
Physically, he would be a sinewy 5'11'' or taller. He would make me feel small but always safe when I am around him. More than likely, he will be Anglo-Saxon with a full head of hair, a great smile, and well-groomed features. He would be masculine and rough around the edges but sophisticated when the occasion warranted. He would be older than me but young enough to bring home to the family for the holidays.
We would both understand that our relationship was monogamous and that faithfulness encompassed body, mind, and soul. Our love life would be very passionate but pure at the same time. In that sense, we wouldn't need anything but each other. I wouldn't get as much satisfaction from anything as I would by emotionally and physically satiating him.
We would both love the outdoors and have other interests in common; however, we would also have different interests, some which we could share and others which we could enjoy on our own. Even if he isn't Christian, he would go to church with me to show that he respected my beliefs and would support raising our children in the church. And I might even go to a sporting event or two! We would laugh at our differences and the inherent differences between men and women. We would be able to compromise without having to be forced to change; being together would make us both more the person we wanted to be. We would know how to not take ourselves so seriously so that if we make mistakes, we know it isn't the end of the world. We would be good for each other and learn from each other. I am open to a long distance relationship as long as we can close the gap within about a year of the time we start dating.
I would respect his integrity, compassion, maturity, humility, and intelligence. I would trust him with things that I would otherwise only trust myself. I wouldn't be afraid to tell him anything I was thinking or feeling for fear that he would judge me or use it to hurt me. I would enjoy spending time with him instead of getting annoyed with his flaws. In fact, I would even love him for his flaws. He would be the one I wanted to be my husband and the father of my children.
If you think you could fit the description above . . . hi, my name is Pam. :-)
And here is my picture:
So, do you think I have a chance in finding someone that actually catches my interests?
Why do all the pretty girls live so far away?
Great ad! And, you look absolutely amazing in your picture, too!
Well Pam, Your ad has to be one of the best I've read since I joined this site. I think your personality really comes out when you read it. It made me upgrade my membership just to tell you. hehe. The guy that finds his way to your heart will be very lucky. stay well :)
You are stunning! I am a little past your age range but wanted to say hello :-)
just in case no one told you yesterday, you're totally hot... have a great day
You are definitely a beautiful woman:)
Great smile, it actually made me feel better today.
i cant believe u havent found a great guy yet ! i see y all the time and it just doesnt make sense to me ! r there no good guys around where u live or what LOL? oh wel i guess im still here to so whatever will be will be !
Good morning nerd babe. What's going on?
Here is what I wrote:
I recently moved from Florida to North Carolina, so I am not actively seeking the love of my life as I settle into my new home. However, I know he is out there, and if he finds me, I am waiting. Now you may ask, how will I know when I find him . . . ?
It will be easy for him to make me smile and to bring out my silly side. He will know when to tell me to take a deep breath and to relax. He will think that my little quirks are adorable; he would get who I am and see beauty in my vulnerabilities. He will know when to point out when I am overreacting or when he should just hold me and stroke my hair. He will get my esoteric jokes, and hear my voice over a crowd. He would be protective of me but treat me like an equal. He wouldn't be intimidated by my intellect, appearance, or success; instead he would be proud and supportive. He would know what he wants and how he feels along with being able to communicate those needs and feelings to me. He would be stubborn enough to get mad at me and let me know it, but also let me know he still loves me and we will eventually work things out. He wouldn't necessarily be a romantic at heart, but he would love me enough that he would naturally do things to make me feel special. He wouldn't really need me, but he would want me so much that he wouldn't truly be happy without me.
Physically, he would be a sinewy 5'11'' or taller. He would make me feel small but always safe when I am around him. More than likely, he will be Anglo-Saxon with a full head of hair, a great smile, and well-groomed features. He would be masculine and rough around the edges but sophisticated when the occasion warranted. He would be older than me but young enough to bring home to the family for the holidays.
We would both understand that our relationship was monogamous and that faithfulness encompassed body, mind, and soul. Our love life would be very passionate but pure at the same time. In that sense, we wouldn't need anything but each other. I wouldn't get as much satisfaction from anything as I would by emotionally and physically satiating him.
We would both love the outdoors and have other interests in common; however, we would also have different interests, some which we could share and others which we could enjoy on our own. Even if he isn't Christian, he would go to church with me to show that he respected my beliefs and would support raising our children in the church. And I might even go to a sporting event or two! We would laugh at our differences and the inherent differences between men and women. We would be able to compromise without having to be forced to change; being together would make us both more the person we wanted to be. We would know how to not take ourselves so seriously so that if we make mistakes, we know it isn't the end of the world. We would be good for each other and learn from each other. I am open to a long distance relationship as long as we can close the gap within about a year of the time we start dating.
I would respect his integrity, compassion, maturity, humility, and intelligence. I would trust him with things that I would otherwise only trust myself. I wouldn't be afraid to tell him anything I was thinking or feeling for fear that he would judge me or use it to hurt me. I would enjoy spending time with him instead of getting annoyed with his flaws. In fact, I would even love him for his flaws. He would be the one I wanted to be my husband and the father of my children.
If you think you could fit the description above . . . hi, my name is Pam. :-)
And here is my picture:
So, do you think I have a chance in finding someone that actually catches my interests?
Tuesday, March 29, 2005
Double Ugh
I got off from work at 9 PM today. In two days, I have logged 23 hours of work time, not including lunch. Busy, busy. We roll out on Monday so I should be back on normal hours by then. They have been proving lunch for us, but since I have been getting home so late, I have been skipping dinner. One benefit is that I am saving on my grocery bill.
I guess I don't have much to say when I spent the whole day at work!
Hmmm.
I know that Joel, Chip, Dave, Kenny, and Bryan occassionally read my blog. Anyone else? Any females? ;-)
Anyhow, I better get to bed since I have to wake up insanely early.
Hugs,
Pam
I guess I don't have much to say when I spent the whole day at work!
Hmmm.
I know that Joel, Chip, Dave, Kenny, and Bryan occassionally read my blog. Anyone else? Any females? ;-)
Anyhow, I better get to bed since I have to wake up insanely early.
Hugs,
Pam
Monday, March 28, 2005
Ugh
I worked from 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM today. Yuck. Going to bed and probably doing it again tomorrow.
Sunday, March 27, 2005
Thanks for all the fish
Some of Pam's quirks:
-I like really hot showers
-I only listen to the first part of a voicemail message
-I talk to my cats
-I sleep with my feet outside the covers
-I am an e-mail addict
-I type 80% with my right hand
-I grind my teeth at night
-I sometimes say strange things in my sleep
-I like tall guys
-I have all my auxilary verbs memorized
-I don't like carrying a purse
-I don't like seafood
-I don't like tea (even though I am half Chinese)
-I like ketchup on a good steak
-I don't have depth perception
-I have no sense of direction
-I name inanimate objects
I am sure there are more, but I can't think of them right now. I am sure someone will help me out. :-)
-I like really hot showers
-I only listen to the first part of a voicemail message
-I talk to my cats
-I sleep with my feet outside the covers
-I am an e-mail addict
-I type 80% with my right hand
-I grind my teeth at night
-I sometimes say strange things in my sleep
-I like tall guys
-I have all my auxilary verbs memorized
-I don't like carrying a purse
-I don't like seafood
-I don't like tea (even though I am half Chinese)
-I like ketchup on a good steak
-I don't have depth perception
-I have no sense of direction
-I name inanimate objects
I am sure there are more, but I can't think of them right now. I am sure someone will help me out. :-)
Random Thoughts
I just got back from church. I really like the people there; everyone introduced themselves. One girl even offered to round up a group of people to help me move into my house. I like nice people.
You know, I was thinking about it. I would rather someone hate me than to not care about me one way or another. I mean, if someone hates you, at least they care enough about you that it makes an impression on their feelings. Jay once said that the opposite of love isn't hate; it is apathy.
I think I might have seen snow flurries. I can't be for certain since I am unfamiliar with these weather patterns. Nevertheless, I need to find a DSW to get some shows that aren't sandal-y. (As Kenny pointed out, I like making adjectives out of nouns by adding "y".)
I must go and set up my work computer. I think I am going to have an Easter ham sandich. Hugs and kisses!
You know, I was thinking about it. I would rather someone hate me than to not care about me one way or another. I mean, if someone hates you, at least they care enough about you that it makes an impression on their feelings. Jay once said that the opposite of love isn't hate; it is apathy.
I think I might have seen snow flurries. I can't be for certain since I am unfamiliar with these weather patterns. Nevertheless, I need to find a DSW to get some shows that aren't sandal-y. (As Kenny pointed out, I like making adjectives out of nouns by adding "y".)
I must go and set up my work computer. I think I am going to have an Easter ham sandich. Hugs and kisses!
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter everyone!
Today was the day Jesus was resurrected. That sounds so surreal. Definitely more important than the Easter bunny.
I am going to get ready for church soon. I haven't had a chance to go since I got here. I am going to try to go to the one close to my house. I need to get ready soon since I will probably get lost, knowing me.
Scuro is mashing me right now. Good thing I don't really use my left hand when I type.
After church, I am going to set up my work computer and start coding. I know it isn't the festive thing to do, but I need to figure out some .NET stuff and wouldn't mind to get a little more money for my furniture for my new house fund.
I was going to go to the gym, but I just remembered that I drove by it yesterday and it was closed. Maybe I will borrow Rebecca's exercise ball. There is also a small gym at the apartment complex.
Mash, mash, mash, mash, purrrrrr . . .
Today was the day Jesus was resurrected. That sounds so surreal. Definitely more important than the Easter bunny.
I am going to get ready for church soon. I haven't had a chance to go since I got here. I am going to try to go to the one close to my house. I need to get ready soon since I will probably get lost, knowing me.
Scuro is mashing me right now. Good thing I don't really use my left hand when I type.
After church, I am going to set up my work computer and start coding. I know it isn't the festive thing to do, but I need to figure out some .NET stuff and wouldn't mind to get a little more money for my furniture for my new house fund.
I was going to go to the gym, but I just remembered that I drove by it yesterday and it was closed. Maybe I will borrow Rebecca's exercise ball. There is also a small gym at the apartment complex.
Mash, mash, mash, mash, purrrrrr . . .
Saturday, March 26, 2005
Apartment Pictures
This is the apartment I am staying at until I close on my house. The girl I sublet the apartment from was nice enough to leave some of her furniture in the apartment.
This is my bedroom:
This is my bedroom:
And this is a picture from the kitchen of the living room and the sun room/office:
My new friend Jessica invited me to Easter dinner with her family tomorrow, but I am not sure if I am going to go. It seems like it might be a little awkward. I'll see how I feel after church tomorrow.
I have to carry my work computer up to the apartment and set it up. (Unfortunately, I am on the 3rd floor.) I hope everyone is having a great weekend.
Things Change.
No ellipses on that title. Period. Things Change.
I used to worry that I would never find someone to love me. As I have gotten older, my concern has turned to not finding someone for me to be able to love. I guess part of that is getting to know what I want out of a relationship. The other part is because my self esteem has gotten higher over the years. I have talked to counselors before and the only thing any of them have ever told me that helped was that I was normal. I was completely normal. I didn't need to be told I was extraordinary or even kind of above average. I just needed the confirmation that there wasn't something wrong with me. I have learned over the years that the people who truly love me accept me as I am instead of trying to change me. However, I have also realized that only with their support and love have I ever been able to change myself.
Not that many months ago, my life was completely different. Job, boyfriend, friends, family, home, me - everything has changed. Some of the changes are unfavored, but I know every change has happened for a reason. In the end, I will end up right where I am supposed to be.
Wow. I just found a great quote: "Trying to forget someone you love is like trying to remember someone you never met."
Went to dinner with a new friend, and she invited me to a comedy club afterwards. It was the same place I went last Friday but luckily the headliner was different this week. I got my car detailed by a vendor that comes on-site at work. Not only did we get free lunch all this week, but I had THREE free lunches at work today. However, I only partook of two of them. Brought my PC from work home to do some work this weekend. The contractor who started with me was let go today. I felt bad for her, but I was thankful that they thought I was doing a good job. Shoot, they let me take home a flat screen monitor. I have only worked there a week . . .
New NC friends so far: Bryan, Rebecca, Jessica, Kassie, and Jason. I have also met some people on-line and at work.
Oh yeah, I was able to get Countrywide to give me an interest rate of 5.25% instead of the 5.875% he originally quoted me. That means that my mortgage payment (without escrow for tax and insurance) will only be about $577/month. I am very happy about this. I have paid more in rent for a one bedroom apartment before! I am anxious to close on my house so that everything is said and done. I know everything will go smoothly, but I will feel better after all the papers are signed. It will also be easier to find someone to rent a room once I am actually living in the house.
I used to worry that I would never find someone to love me. As I have gotten older, my concern has turned to not finding someone for me to be able to love. I guess part of that is getting to know what I want out of a relationship. The other part is because my self esteem has gotten higher over the years. I have talked to counselors before and the only thing any of them have ever told me that helped was that I was normal. I was completely normal. I didn't need to be told I was extraordinary or even kind of above average. I just needed the confirmation that there wasn't something wrong with me. I have learned over the years that the people who truly love me accept me as I am instead of trying to change me. However, I have also realized that only with their support and love have I ever been able to change myself.
Not that many months ago, my life was completely different. Job, boyfriend, friends, family, home, me - everything has changed. Some of the changes are unfavored, but I know every change has happened for a reason. In the end, I will end up right where I am supposed to be.
Wow. I just found a great quote: "Trying to forget someone you love is like trying to remember someone you never met."
Went to dinner with a new friend, and she invited me to a comedy club afterwards. It was the same place I went last Friday but luckily the headliner was different this week. I got my car detailed by a vendor that comes on-site at work. Not only did we get free lunch all this week, but I had THREE free lunches at work today. However, I only partook of two of them. Brought my PC from work home to do some work this weekend. The contractor who started with me was let go today. I felt bad for her, but I was thankful that they thought I was doing a good job. Shoot, they let me take home a flat screen monitor. I have only worked there a week . . .
New NC friends so far: Bryan, Rebecca, Jessica, Kassie, and Jason. I have also met some people on-line and at work.
Oh yeah, I was able to get Countrywide to give me an interest rate of 5.25% instead of the 5.875% he originally quoted me. That means that my mortgage payment (without escrow for tax and insurance) will only be about $577/month. I am very happy about this. I have paid more in rent for a one bedroom apartment before! I am anxious to close on my house so that everything is said and done. I know everything will go smoothly, but I will feel better after all the papers are signed. It will also be easier to find someone to rent a room once I am actually living in the house.
Thursday, March 24, 2005
Florida Girl
You can tell that I am from Florida; I am the only one still wearing a sweater to work. :-)
Rebecca, my roomate, and I went shopping tonight and had dinner at Chik-fil-a. I bought a cute black dress for $13 and a fabulous black skirt. How exciting!
People keep asking me how I can afford such nice stuff - house, car, etc. Some people think I must be spoiled. No one has given me money that I haven't earned except my Auntie Dora through some savings bonds (out of the goodness of her heart). I have always saved my money. I applied for scholarship. I am usually wise with my money. I have never left a balance on a credit card. My car is paid off, and my house payment won't be much more than what I would have to pay to rent an apartment. I have money in the bank; I tithe to my church and give to charity. I lend money to people I love. I work hard and smart. I guess I get a little defensive because I have strived to do so well, and sometimes people look askance at my success.
It is surprising how people perceive you differently than you are. For instance, many people think I am very career and money oriented. However, I am completely family oriented. I just don't have that family yet, and I am doing what I can with what I have.
Hmm. Maybe I am grumpy tonight; Pam needs her sleep.
Sweet Dreams.
Rebecca, my roomate, and I went shopping tonight and had dinner at Chik-fil-a. I bought a cute black dress for $13 and a fabulous black skirt. How exciting!
People keep asking me how I can afford such nice stuff - house, car, etc. Some people think I must be spoiled. No one has given me money that I haven't earned except my Auntie Dora through some savings bonds (out of the goodness of her heart). I have always saved my money. I applied for scholarship. I am usually wise with my money. I have never left a balance on a credit card. My car is paid off, and my house payment won't be much more than what I would have to pay to rent an apartment. I have money in the bank; I tithe to my church and give to charity. I lend money to people I love. I work hard and smart. I guess I get a little defensive because I have strived to do so well, and sometimes people look askance at my success.
It is surprising how people perceive you differently than you are. For instance, many people think I am very career and money oriented. However, I am completely family oriented. I just don't have that family yet, and I am doing what I can with what I have.
Hmm. Maybe I am grumpy tonight; Pam needs her sleep.
Sweet Dreams.
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
Special Thanks, Friends
I love all the people who have touched my life! Thank you (in no particular order) Chip, Joel, Dave, Jessica, Bryan, Kenny, Ann, Sean, Tony, Tom, Ryan, Moses, Pedro, Jamie, Melanie, Adam, Rick, Trang, Felicia, Holly, Christine, Barbara, Bonnie, JR, Liz, Amber, Sergio, Chris, Mike, Evan, Chin, Steve, Tausha, Michael, Stephanie, Dale, and George.
If I left off your name, leave a comment so I can add it! I mean, if you are reading my blog, you are more than likely a close friend of mine! I love my family too, but I am sleepy so my list has stopped for tonight!
I just hope that I can contribute to the lives of those I know in a positive way. Isn't that what relationships are all about?
If I left off your name, leave a comment so I can add it! I mean, if you are reading my blog, you are more than likely a close friend of mine! I love my family too, but I am sleepy so my list has stopped for tonight!
I just hope that I can contribute to the lives of those I know in a positive way. Isn't that what relationships are all about?
Tuesday, March 22, 2005
Rainy Day
It was raining when I got off of work today. Yuck. 20 miles per hour on the interstate is not fun. I almost took an hour to get home. Reminds me again why I try to live somewhere close in proximity to where I need to be.
Work went well today; some of the other contractors were actually asking me for help. Not too bad for my second day. I have decided that I am much more of a database girl than a programming girl. I love relational database models! They are so darn logical (when in third normal form of course).
I have renamed myself at work. (You computer geeks out there will appreciate this.) They asked me if I went by Pamela or Pam, and I said yes. They were writing our names on the white board, so I just had them put Pam*. Now who out there got that?
I scheduled my POD to arrive at my house the day that I close. I still don't have any help moving into my house. :-( I need volunteers. I would offer my extra Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, and Joe Nichols ticket as an incentive (since the concert is that Saturday), but not many people I know like country music. In fact, I have had some people say "I'll help you move, but I wouldn't be caught dead at that concert." Oh well.
I am very thankful for all the things I have in my life. I have everything but one thing that I really want. It is funny how that one thing becomes your focus. Although I like nice things and am successful, materiality and career have never been my priorities. And your true success is based on your goal in life - not the goals everyone else has set for you. I'll keep working on it.
I guess I didn't mention to people that I haven't actually moved into my house yet. Some people were commenting on how nice my furniture was and, boy, do I have a lot of tools. No, no, the people haven't quite moved out yet. I am going to have to go shopping to even fill up that house half way. Of course, Ann is the ultimate decorator, so I will definitely have to borrow her expertise.
Anything else? Hmmm. I want a lower interest rate! I am going to make some calls. Hugs to all.
Work went well today; some of the other contractors were actually asking me for help. Not too bad for my second day. I have decided that I am much more of a database girl than a programming girl. I love relational database models! They are so darn logical (when in third normal form of course).
I have renamed myself at work. (You computer geeks out there will appreciate this.) They asked me if I went by Pamela or Pam, and I said yes. They were writing our names on the white board, so I just had them put Pam*. Now who out there got that?
I scheduled my POD to arrive at my house the day that I close. I still don't have any help moving into my house. :-( I need volunteers. I would offer my extra Reba McEntire, Brad Paisley, and Joe Nichols ticket as an incentive (since the concert is that Saturday), but not many people I know like country music. In fact, I have had some people say "I'll help you move, but I wouldn't be caught dead at that concert." Oh well.
I am very thankful for all the things I have in my life. I have everything but one thing that I really want. It is funny how that one thing becomes your focus. Although I like nice things and am successful, materiality and career have never been my priorities. And your true success is based on your goal in life - not the goals everyone else has set for you. I'll keep working on it.
I guess I didn't mention to people that I haven't actually moved into my house yet. Some people were commenting on how nice my furniture was and, boy, do I have a lot of tools. No, no, the people haven't quite moved out yet. I am going to have to go shopping to even fill up that house half way. Of course, Ann is the ultimate decorator, so I will definitely have to borrow her expertise.
Anything else? Hmmm. I want a lower interest rate! I am going to make some calls. Hugs to all.
Monday, March 21, 2005
Manic Monday
Today went pretty well. The home inspector caught some things with the house but nothing major. I took a lot more pictures of the house. After the home inspection, I went into work. for my first day. I felt like I knew what I was doing for the most part, so that made me happy. I am going to be writing queries and doing a SQL Server data conversion for the most part. I will probably end up doing some .NET development as well. They know I am going to school in the fall so it is a very good set up for me.
I believe that if you ever loved someone, you should never let them become a stranger. However, for the first time in my life, I dated someone who I didn't fall in love with and have no desire to keep in touch with at all. Amazing! He has completely no redeeming qualities that make me even care that I probably won't know anything about him in a matter of months. What a work of art . . .
Now, I probably offended someone who read that and is wondering if I am talking about him. Don't worry, if you aren't completely positive that I was talking about you, then I wasn't talking about you. :-)
I am madly in love with my cats. They are like my little satellites. I have orbiters!
Ah, the results of lacking sleep! I better get to bed so I am coherent tomorrow.
Hugs to everyone!
I believe that if you ever loved someone, you should never let them become a stranger. However, for the first time in my life, I dated someone who I didn't fall in love with and have no desire to keep in touch with at all. Amazing! He has completely no redeeming qualities that make me even care that I probably won't know anything about him in a matter of months. What a work of art . . .
Now, I probably offended someone who read that and is wondering if I am talking about him. Don't worry, if you aren't completely positive that I was talking about you, then I wasn't talking about you. :-)
I am madly in love with my cats. They are like my little satellites. I have orbiters!
Ah, the results of lacking sleep! I better get to bed so I am coherent tomorrow.
Hugs to everyone!
Sunday, March 20, 2005
End of the Weekend
We had fun this weekend. On Friday, we went to a sports bar and had a appetizer pizza. On Saturday, we went to some nice restaurants and a comedy club. Today, I slepted too lo9ng to go to church, but we ended up at another sports bar for luch. Evidently, Charlotte residents are big on the NCAA basketball tournament. I was witness to March Madness in all of its glory.
I went shopping for some work clothes today, but I didn't have much luck. Evidently, I need to find the mall in South Charlotte that is supposed to have all the stores that I like.
I am a little apprehensive about starting work tomorrow. I mean, I didn't interview with the company so I am not quite sure what they expect of me. I am also out of practice with the whole 40 hour work week. No more 3 AM bed times for Pam.
This is going to be a short entry as I don't have much to report.
I went shopping for some work clothes today, but I didn't have much luck. Evidently, I need to find the mall in South Charlotte that is supposed to have all the stores that I like.
I am a little apprehensive about starting work tomorrow. I mean, I didn't interview with the company so I am not quite sure what they expect of me. I am also out of practice with the whole 40 hour work week. No more 3 AM bed times for Pam.
This is going to be a short entry as I don't have much to report.
Friday, March 18, 2005
Althletic Pam/Country Pam
Woo hoo, I just joined a new gym. It is a Gold's Gym, but it was bought out last week by Peak Fitness. They have some yoga and pilates classes and about 15 gyms in Charlotte. Once I am a student, it will only be $25/mo. However, UNCC has a pretty nice gym as well. The only thing is that it might be a little crowded.
Yay! Reba McEntire, Joe Nichols, and Brad Paisley are coming in April 16th to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. I just bought two tickets. Heck, I am in North Carolina now, I should be able to find someone who likes country music!!
Yay! Reba McEntire, Joe Nichols, and Brad Paisley are coming in April 16th to the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. I just bought two tickets. Heck, I am in North Carolina now, I should be able to find someone who likes country music!!
Just Took a Nap
Yawn! Another glorious cat nap. I have no idea how I am going to make it up for work next week. I filled outt he paperwork for my job; I succeeded in telling my account manager that he was old. I told him that I was from Gainesville, and that I went to UF. He asked if I knew some punter from the Gators that he went to school with. (Me, know sports?) I said I didn't follow sports, but that they guy was probably before my time anyway. Oooh, I just can't help myself sometimes.
I don't know much about the job I am starting. Hopefully it is something good. Even though I am getting paid hourly, I think it calculates to more than I was making at Raymond James and even Hough. Good deal. I need money so I can furnish my new house!
My home inspection is Monday; after that, I am going straight to work. I am entertainging this weekend a new friend from Maryland. It should be interesting since I don't really know my way around town. Everyone says I need to pick up the local paper called Creative Loafing to see what is going on this weekend. He was supposed to get to his hotel at 6 PM, but his plane was delayed. I don't think he is going to be in until 10 PM or so tonight. I don't know if we are going to catch a late dinner or what. Who knows.
Cats are taking a bath. Listening to country music on the radio . . . I like it!!
I don't know much about the job I am starting. Hopefully it is something good. Even though I am getting paid hourly, I think it calculates to more than I was making at Raymond James and even Hough. Good deal. I need money so I can furnish my new house!
My home inspection is Monday; after that, I am going straight to work. I am entertainging this weekend a new friend from Maryland. It should be interesting since I don't really know my way around town. Everyone says I need to pick up the local paper called Creative Loafing to see what is going on this weekend. He was supposed to get to his hotel at 6 PM, but his plane was delayed. I don't think he is going to be in until 10 PM or so tonight. I don't know if we are going to catch a late dinner or what. Who knows.
Cats are taking a bath. Listening to country music on the radio . . . I like it!!
Thursday, March 17, 2005
Sleepy Pam
I took it easy today. This morning I unpacked some of my stuff although I didn't bring anymore stuff up from the car. I went by the AllState agent's office to take care of the home owner and automobile insurance paperwork. I took one of my notorious afternoon naps. I did manage to get out and go grocery shopping. However, my roommate and I ended up going out to eat at a place called Cheddar's. I liked the salad, but the honey dijon chicken was a little too sweet for me.
Tomorrow i have to pick up the paperwork for my new job and bring up the rest of my stuff from the car. I am also going to lunch with a friend I met on-line. She goes to UNCC. I found out that there is a gym in the apartment complex, so I am also going to hit that tomorrow.
I have company coming in this weekend which is kind of funny since I just moved here and am now expected to entertain. That will be amusing!
I should be working this coming Monday through the end of May. That would be perfect since UNCC summer A starts May 23rd. I am hoping that they will agree to give me funding so I can start doing some research. Dr. Prietula and I are already planning on publishing a paper with the results from my undergraduate thesis.
Today was St. Patrick's Day, but I didn't wear my Magically Delicious t-shirt . . .
Tomorrow i have to pick up the paperwork for my new job and bring up the rest of my stuff from the car. I am also going to lunch with a friend I met on-line. She goes to UNCC. I found out that there is a gym in the apartment complex, so I am also going to hit that tomorrow.
I have company coming in this weekend which is kind of funny since I just moved here and am now expected to entertain. That will be amusing!
I should be working this coming Monday through the end of May. That would be perfect since UNCC summer A starts May 23rd. I am hoping that they will agree to give me funding so I can start doing some research. Dr. Prietula and I are already planning on publishing a paper with the results from my undergraduate thesis.
Today was St. Patrick's Day, but I didn't wear my Magically Delicious t-shirt . . .
Wednesday, March 16, 2005
Hello, North Carolina . . .
Well, the cats and I made it safely to Charlotte, NC today. We stopped over night in Savannah to split up the drive. Ra and Scuro had on their harnesses, and I tried to walk them a a rest area or two. However, they are truly indoor cats so they didn't quite know what to think of that. They hadn't gone to the bathroom since yesterday morning so as we were driving through Columbia, SC Ra started meowing uncomfortably. I figured it was time to stop. Since I didn't have room in the car for the litter box, I had to call a friend to have him find the nearest Petsmart. So here I am with two cats in harnesses on leashes dragging them into a Petsmart. The manager was great. He got one of the disposable litter boxes and opened it for me. He even went as far as walking me into the ladies' restroom so the cats could do their business. We had half success. Ra used the litter box while we were there, but Scuro held it until we got to the the apartment. I am sure the employees at Petsmart got a kick out of us.
It was pretty cold and rainy when we got in. I took a quick nap, then my friend Bryan and I went to dinner. He took me to a Target to get a real litter box and some other supplies. I am about ready to go to bed.
Good news on the job front. I was called about a contract opportunity yesterday, and they called me back today. They offerred me the job just based on my resume and website. I go in on Monday. The pay rate is pretty good, and the contract goes through May. Not bad for not having been here for even a day.
I think my roommate is home, but I haven't had a chance to say hello. I have a feeling we are both going to keep to ourselves which is fine with me. I have a good sized room, closet, and bathroom to myself. That should be enough room to keep the cats happy.
I am going to finish unpacking tomorrow and take care of some other business. Ra is already snoring, so I guess it is about time I join him.
It was pretty cold and rainy when we got in. I took a quick nap, then my friend Bryan and I went to dinner. He took me to a Target to get a real litter box and some other supplies. I am about ready to go to bed.
Good news on the job front. I was called about a contract opportunity yesterday, and they called me back today. They offerred me the job just based on my resume and website. I go in on Monday. The pay rate is pretty good, and the contract goes through May. Not bad for not having been here for even a day.
I think my roommate is home, but I haven't had a chance to say hello. I have a feeling we are both going to keep to ourselves which is fine with me. I have a good sized room, closet, and bathroom to myself. That should be enough room to keep the cats happy.
I am going to finish unpacking tomorrow and take care of some other business. Ra is already snoring, so I guess it is about time I join him.
Tuesday, March 15, 2005
Good Bye Florida
Well, this is the last entry from Florida. I am leaving as soon as I figure a way to get everything I can in the car. I had to take the top down to get everything in, and I literally almost could not close the top afterwards. The trunk is so packed that I am not confident if I opened it that I could close it again. The cats might have to sit on some luggage, and their litter box might have to be left behind. Hopefully I will remember to take a picture. It is actually pretty comical. I am a little worried that I can't see out the back window. I am not sure how much I use that when I am driving.
I didn't sleep that well last night; I guess I had too many things running through my head. I am stopping in Savannah tonight then driving the rest of the way tomorrow. I found an apartment to sublease for a month so I am going to drive straight there from the hotel.
When Kim and Tony left, some people shed tears. My good byes were pretty cheerful all the way around. I think I got to say good bye to almost everyone in person. Of course, I have some friends in Gainesville that I don't get to see before I leave.
Looks like it is just me and the cats . . .
I didn't sleep that well last night; I guess I had too many things running through my head. I am stopping in Savannah tonight then driving the rest of the way tomorrow. I found an apartment to sublease for a month so I am going to drive straight there from the hotel.
When Kim and Tony left, some people shed tears. My good byes were pretty cheerful all the way around. I think I got to say good bye to almost everyone in person. Of course, I have some friends in Gainesville that I don't get to see before I leave.
Looks like it is just me and the cats . . .
Monday, March 14, 2005
No One Expects the Spanish Inquisition . . .
Has anyone watched the movie Sliding Doors? The whole idea is that one split second can change the course of the rest of our lives. However, in the end, we may still end up where we are supposed to be. How many of those split seconds can you identify in your life?
I know God has a plan, but I sure wish He would tell me what it was!
I haven't done anything notable today. I dropped off dry cleaning, did laundry, had a leather guy come repair Ann's sofas (cat scratches), and have just been getting ready to leave in the morning. Unfortunately having not done much, I have spent over $220 today. When I get to Charlotte, I am going to ramp up my search for a contract job. No big plans for tonight except picking Ann up from the airport and going to dinner with some friends.
I know God has a plan, but I sure wish He would tell me what it was!
I haven't done anything notable today. I dropped off dry cleaning, did laundry, had a leather guy come repair Ann's sofas (cat scratches), and have just been getting ready to leave in the morning. Unfortunately having not done much, I have spent over $220 today. When I get to Charlotte, I am going to ramp up my search for a contract job. No big plans for tonight except picking Ann up from the airport and going to dinner with some friends.
Sunday, March 13, 2005
Antici . . . pation
I didn't realize that moving like this would be so anticlimatic. I guess part of the reason is because I don't have any set plans for the next few months except closing on my house. Another reason is because I just chose an arbitrary day to move and will be driving up with just my personal possessions because all of my other stuff was shipped up in a POD. It is just me and the cats. I really don't even know anyone in North Carolina. Part of me wants to just hop in the car and start driving right now. However, I have to pick Ann up at the airport and have plans with a few friends tomorrow.
Life changes so quickly, and I realize that people do too. Some believe that people can't change. I believe that people change every day. Furthermore, I believe you can change other people. Now, I will have to qualify that statement because reading it just as it is, I would even have to argue. I think you can hurt another person so badly that they could never be the same or take years to recover. I believe that if you loved someone enough, it could help them be who they want to be. However, you can't change a person to your will, especially if it isn't what that person wants.
I have changed so much over the years. Some things have made me stronger, and some things have made me weaker. Most things have made me wiser, and that wisdom has made me realize how incredibly much I don't know. Funny huh?
The message at church today was how to "descend into greatness." Those who are last will be first. Being humble is often considered a derogatory term. However, I think being humble is one of the hardest and most noble things in the world. Having the courage to admit when you need help, having the self-control to love instead of hate, being secure enough in yourself to be able to serve others - all attributes of humility.
Well, I told Francis that I would call him, and why wouldn't I want to be treated to dessert at the Cheesecake Factory? I wonder if they have a Cheesecake Factory in Charlotte . . .
Life changes so quickly, and I realize that people do too. Some believe that people can't change. I believe that people change every day. Furthermore, I believe you can change other people. Now, I will have to qualify that statement because reading it just as it is, I would even have to argue. I think you can hurt another person so badly that they could never be the same or take years to recover. I believe that if you loved someone enough, it could help them be who they want to be. However, you can't change a person to your will, especially if it isn't what that person wants.
I have changed so much over the years. Some things have made me stronger, and some things have made me weaker. Most things have made me wiser, and that wisdom has made me realize how incredibly much I don't know. Funny huh?
The message at church today was how to "descend into greatness." Those who are last will be first. Being humble is often considered a derogatory term. However, I think being humble is one of the hardest and most noble things in the world. Having the courage to admit when you need help, having the self-control to love instead of hate, being secure enough in yourself to be able to serve others - all attributes of humility.
Well, I told Francis that I would call him, and why wouldn't I want to be treated to dessert at the Cheesecake Factory? I wonder if they have a Cheesecake Factory in Charlotte . . .
Saturday, March 12, 2005
Love
I believed in love long before I believed in God; however, I can't say that I understand either one of them. In fact, it seems as I get older, they become even harder to figure out. I have to keep check on myself because I have seen people who have become hardened and bitter about love. I never want to be one of those people.
I have a friend who is on a first date this weekend. I think he just remembered how hard it was to let yourself be vulnerable enough to fall in love. There is no easy way to do it, and there is no easy way to bounce back when it goes wrong. That is, if it truly was love.
I guess some people just start believing that truly loving someone else more than you love yourself is just a disaster waiting to happen. However, I have never felt better than when I loved someone like that. Even if he leaves, it still feels right for me to love with all of my heart.
Of course, I have been called an idealist and overly emotional. I think I am the most analytical over-emotional person I ever met. I favor economic theory which assumes human behavior is rational. I think in some way, all of us are predictable. We may change our patterns, but as a whole, most human reactions fall in similar buckets. Albeit there are many buckets, they are buckets just the same. I am happy with the bucket I fall into.
I have loved many people, but I have only really been in love twice. The funny thing is that I have probably had my heart broken half a dozen times.
As I get older, I realize that love isn't just a feeling. It is a committment. It is a sacrifice. It is action. When you say "I love you," I is the subject, love is the verb, and you is the direct object. Get it? Love is a verb. So when you love someone, it manifests itself in everything you do. It comes naturally . . . when you love.
I have a friend who is on a first date this weekend. I think he just remembered how hard it was to let yourself be vulnerable enough to fall in love. There is no easy way to do it, and there is no easy way to bounce back when it goes wrong. That is, if it truly was love.
I guess some people just start believing that truly loving someone else more than you love yourself is just a disaster waiting to happen. However, I have never felt better than when I loved someone like that. Even if he leaves, it still feels right for me to love with all of my heart.
Of course, I have been called an idealist and overly emotional. I think I am the most analytical over-emotional person I ever met. I favor economic theory which assumes human behavior is rational. I think in some way, all of us are predictable. We may change our patterns, but as a whole, most human reactions fall in similar buckets. Albeit there are many buckets, they are buckets just the same. I am happy with the bucket I fall into.
I have loved many people, but I have only really been in love twice. The funny thing is that I have probably had my heart broken half a dozen times.
As I get older, I realize that love isn't just a feeling. It is a committment. It is a sacrifice. It is action. When you say "I love you," I is the subject, love is the verb, and you is the direct object. Get it? Love is a verb. So when you love someone, it manifests itself in everything you do. It comes naturally . . . when you love.
Update on Pam!
Hey, Everyone!
I thought it was about time to send out an update to let you know what is going on with me. As some may know, my house was completely flooded by hurricane
“On our local news a few nights ago they were talking about a study recently completed for the city of
Wanna come?
I will be attending UNC Charlotte in the fall to get a PhD in Information Technology; it is going to be a great opportunity. I will get paid for teaching a class each semester, and they also plan to waive out-of-state and in-state tuition for me. Since I have a master’s degree from UF, they agreed to waive at least 21 credit hours of course work, so a program that would take 4 years should only take about 3. After getting a PhD, I plan to teach at the college level. I think it would be a good fit for my long term goals of service and having the time to be a good mom (no, I am not pregnant – don’t worry, you haven’t missed anything there!). However, I will probably have to move out of
I sold my first house on January 31 (Thank God!), and I close on my new house April 15. The cost of living is a lot lower in
I am currently looking for a 3-5 month IT contract job between now and when school starts. Prospects look good as
That being said, I am going to miss all my friends in
I bought my own domain name – www.pamspam.com. I know, I know, it is kinda cheesy. It is the same website I have always had with some new additions. So far, I have added some letters of recommendation, new pictures under friends and family, new photo albums, a link to my newly created blog, and the latest contact information. Check it out!
After April 15, my new address will be:
Other than that, Ra and Scuro are doing just fine. They are happy and fat as ever! I am sure they are looking forward to the 9 hour drive to
Love,
Pam
Friday, March 11, 2005
Pam's Going Away
Today is Friday, and I am throwing a going away party for myself tonight. I actually got my butt out of bed this morning to go to the Body Flow class at 8:30 AM. Ugh. I think I went to bed sometime after one. I was adding friends to my website. (www.pamspam.com)
About 20 of my friends are coming to my party tonight which should be exciting. Some people from Hough, others from high school, some who are friends of friends, some from church, and some from various other association. To Channelside we go. Only I would pick a Thai restaurant even though I don't like Thai food. I think everyone will enjoy it though.
I close on my house April 15th. I like the house; it was the best out of the ones I looked at. It isn't my dream home by any means, but I think it is pretty darn good for a college student! (www.pamspam.com/photo_albums.htm)
Pearl is all ready for the trip. She has new oil, new coolant, a new oil seal (whatever that is), and four brand new tires. I will try not to run into any curbs and crack them this time.
I am going to miss my friends in Tampa Bay, but I know there is nothing else here for me. The adventure begins . . .
About 20 of my friends are coming to my party tonight which should be exciting. Some people from Hough, others from high school, some who are friends of friends, some from church, and some from various other association. To Channelside we go. Only I would pick a Thai restaurant even though I don't like Thai food. I think everyone will enjoy it though.
I close on my house April 15th. I like the house; it was the best out of the ones I looked at. It isn't my dream home by any means, but I think it is pretty darn good for a college student! (www.pamspam.com/photo_albums.htm)
Pearl is all ready for the trip. She has new oil, new coolant, a new oil seal (whatever that is), and four brand new tires. I will try not to run into any curbs and crack them this time.
I am going to miss my friends in Tampa Bay, but I know there is nothing else here for me. The adventure begins . . .
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