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Flu bug

So after three days of severe pain last Fall as a result of getting a flu shot, I got a huge dose of the Flu last week.

It started on Saturday night when I had to bolt upstairs to vomit as the Carb King (the new boy) was getting ready to leave. And no, I did not get a lip-lock that night. Shocking, I know.

Eight days and a sinus infection later, I’m finally feeling better. The really fun part was when I was supposed to start my new assignment last week – with the popcorn people – and I only made it in for a half-day Tuesday and a full-day Friday. Oh yeah, breaking myself in for the full-time gotta get dressed and get to work gig.

Speaking of the Popcorn people

My new team is nice. They talk to me. I feel included. It’s like a whole new company! And I only have to see Princess one more time – woohoo! What else can I say? Um, I have a cube. No window, but there’s plenty of light so I don’t feel like I’m in the bat cave. I even have a nameplate already, oooh. Oh, this is good. The last person in this role left me a few small files, which is nice. Then I opened a drawer and saw she also left me some of her biz cards and a …hairbrush. Let’s just say it’s a good thing I was over the vomiting part of my flu when I found that. Seriously, there’s nothing more disgusting than a dirty brush with hair strands still stuck in there. BLECH.

A horoscope prediction comes true

Last month on astrologyzone.com my horoscope said something about now being a good time to volunteer and something about taking a leadership position in a volunteer org. Saturday I had a volunteer orientation for Pet Haven (pethavenmn.org. I suggest you become familiar b/c you’ll probably be hearing a lot about them) and they asked me to be the Associate Director of the Outreach team! I’m sure this means nothing to any of you, but I’m very flattered that after meeting me a couple of times, they thought of me for this role. I’m going to meet with the old Assoc Director and the old Director Director this weekend to find out more about the actual responsibilities.

My Boys – an update

Hmm, where to start with this one?

Let’s go with the backcracker. After a few ignored texts – he sent, I igrnored, he called me late last week and I decided to answer. We actually had a normal conversation – well normal for a guy who likes to constantly engage in verbal sparring – and so I agreed to dinner with him on Friday. It seems that he’s coming around to us just being friends – and actually referred to our “friendship” a few times during our call – so I thought dinner would be harmless, and it was. ‘course the next day when I talked to Leah, she said just b/c I thought it was a friendly dinner didn’t mean he thought it was. In other words, we could’ve had a non-kissing date. Dammit! And speaking of non-kissing dates….

What the hell is with Gen Y boys?

So the Carb King (new boy) and I have had a few more dates. On date #4, there was no goodnight kiss. I let that one go b/c I threw up while he was tying his shoes.

On date #5, he had me come to his house even though we were eventually going in the opposite direction. I still haven’t figured this one out, but as he didn’t chop me into little bits, I’m trying to get over it. he did make me drive, however, which I did not enjoy. Not sure if he’s an equal opportunity driver or not. Perhaps I’ll have to subtly give him the hint that I hate driving, which most people know. that or they choose not to drive with me b/c driving with a person who has a.d.d. is risky to your health.

Anyhoo, no smooch at the end of yon date.

Date #6 was the very next day when he came over to watch Platoon. He is sorely uneducated in movie knowledge. Hasn’t seen any Brat Pack movies; hadn’t seen Platoon; hasn’t seen Ferris Bueller’s Day Off or Say Anything…seriously the list is never-ending. He is, however, willing to be educated. So last night was Platoon, and Coming to America is next on the list.

Last night after 2 hours of Platoon, and dinner, we were watching TV lying next to each other on the couch. Finally he put an arm around me after I put one around him to tease Gracie about being near her boyfriend – the dog is in love with him, no lie. After the arm contact, there was still…nothing. After an hour, completely disgusted, I said “so you wanna get this first kiss thing over with or what?”

He laughed...not quite the reaction I was looking for. Then he jokingly purses his lips and leans down and gives me a smack on the lips. Um, again, not the reaction I was looking for. So I pretend annoyance, and ignore him to which he finally lays one on me. Dude, about time! ‘course that was it until he left for the night, and he tried doing the joking thing again. I resisted, and then he tried to make it normal, but instead smacked my head against the door.

I mean, if he doesn’t want to kiss me, that’s fine. I don’t need a concussion, lol.

The consensus is he might be shy or a “nice guy” which apparently means all the people I’ve gone out with are asshats :) …oh wait, they are. On Friday, I’m going to a hockey game with his best friend and his bf’s fiancée, and also meeting the parents. Big day for me, I might have to take half a day off work to prepare.

So that’s the latest and greatest. I’ll keep you posted…as long as I don’t get my head smacked too many times!