Vacation Plans & Other Stuff

So folks, PEI is out of the picture this year. We found out it would be too much time to drive it (almost a full day lost on either end) and flying was going to take four flights with customs...a bit overkill for somewhere that should take an hour or two to fly. So, we are opting for a relaxing stay at Cape Cod (in Brewster, MA). I think it will still do what I need this vacation to do, give me an escape so that I can recharge.

Sorry I have neglected my Blog this past month. It has been pretty crazy these days with David going to Tennessee, then to Italy/Spain. Besides gearing up for graduation and our Limb Day this upcoming Memorial Day weekend. At work it has also been a bit crazy, as we were packing to move to a new building two blocks down. This was a big move, but it makes a lot of sense, as there was so much wasted space at the former site and the move will help the company save around 1/2 million dollars in rent each year. This will help people keep their jobs. Sad news this past week...a gentleman that worked for the building and would greet me most every morning committed suicide. It was totally unexpected and everyone (including myself) was sure that the rumor must be a mistake, but sadly, it turned out that it was him. It truly came as a shocker to see someone like him give up hope at such a tender age. He was only 28.

On a more cheerful note, though, after that, it feels more like meloncholy... I was able to see a pianist perform at Carnegie Hall. Her name was Katya Grineva of Russia and it was the 10 year anniversary of her first performance at Carnegie. What an amazing performance! She was not only talented, but the piano was as though an extension of her limbs with which she expressed herself via her music. It was sponsored through Monster.com and as an HR client who contracts with them for recruitment, I was given two tickets for free. There was a cocktail party beforehand at the Russian Tea Room (apparently reputed as the filming site for a movie, though I can't recall if it was Tootsie or Mrs. Doubtfire...but something like that).

This past week, I was again given tickets on account of my work in HR. This time from Plum Benefits for whom I distribute the monthly specials to all the employees at our company. They gave me four Broadway Musical tickets (front mezzanine to boot!) to see The Little Mermaid, which was very impressive. The acts were great, the singing, dancing, and sets were all amazing. Needless to say, I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of what I thought would be a "cheesy" juvenile rendition of Disney animation. Well, my preformed ideas were shot down after the very first act. After the musical we were out front when the actress who played Ariel came out, she was on her way to the limo and signing autographs, but bless David's heart, he spent too much time trying to figure out the logistics of having her sign the souvenier booklet that he totally missed the opportunity. She was in a hurry and he was one step too late. (Though he said he did manage to accidently step on her toe.)

Finally, I was given two tickets to see the Yankees vs. Toronto at Yankee's Stadium, also on account of work, from one of the temp agencies we work closely with. This is the final year the Yankees will be playing in this stadium, as they are building a new one next to this old, nostalic, bit of American pastime history. I am looking forward to this game, though I am told the Yankees aren't doing so great this year. Never-the-less, this will be wonderful visiting a historical landmark (and again, great seats Loge Box MVP seats and prepaid preferred parking included). This month has been one pleasant, unexpected surprise after another!

Well folks, I've gotta get my butt into bed as tomorrow is an early day at work since it's our first day at the new site and the caterer is coming early to drop off food. I've gotta be there to meet them and set up for the employees. It's nearly 12:30 a.m. here and it's a big day tomorrow (or should I say today).

God bless you, keep you, and show His favor to you abundantly.