Summary of the past week. Work rewards in the form of bonuses, and some love from family via FaceTime. Next up, drum sessions. Dancing has already shown positive signs since losing 7 pounds, necessary for my device to work properly. It's not a pacemaker, but a Baclofen Pump. Google it. It's the miracle I have been living with since 2006. Ten years and counting! It makes my daily life so much easier. My body is able to function and I can transfer easily.
This week will be busy, but my Valentine's Vacation will be lovely. I am heading to Pearland to see a friend who gave birth almost 3 years ago on 9/11. Her little guy is a flirt! I even had a chance to babysit him last year. It was crazy, but lovely at the same time.
I'll post after I get back, and work on posting photos. Happy Valentine's Day friends!
Sunday, February 12, 2017
Wednesday, February 01, 2017
Musician Links
Celine Dion, Tina Turner, Beyoncé, and yours truly are linked for life. Celine and I sing in French, and Beyoncé Knowles not only gave us permission to use a song in our stage play, but she helped me tribute my brother on her website. I also share my birthday with Tina Turner.
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
Strength
I have the strength, with God at the helm, to jump companies today, and earn more while learning about different topics as I conduct further research. This is the coolest way to not only hone my skills, but gain education at the same time. I learned today, that my field of work in a survey format is totally rocking. In addition, doing surveys for the music industry are the highest paid options to date. It's fun when I can put on my headphones, and go for it. Honestly, there is no batter way to earn while learning more about different styles of music, and writing my reviews at the same time.
My best friend graduated with me from UH Main and our fields are linked. She is in Maketing, and I in Market Research. I wish my degree reflected this. In a way, it kind of has. I was able to use marketing skills while teaching, to put myself out there, and gain students. I began teaching while in high school, and continued working in college and away from campus. Granted, back then, it was volunteer work, but this counts on my resume too, should I revisit the field again. I tutored privately, and while living in Spring, I juggled a tutoring job with educational retail. Both of my bosses are still working quite hard as educational professionals, and I am proud to have them in my work profiles.
Today, everything is online. However, I can still communicate with clients and colleagues in market research company chat forums. Working from home allows me to have flexibility in family time and time with friends. The companies know me well, and they know this is the best way to get things done, and take time off if I need to. Remoting in is easy. And if I am away, I can easily access my accounts, and take care of business. When Mom died, I took bereavement leave, and had co workers that gave me the best support I could ask for.
Today I am still growing. And I love the fact that in times of hardship, I learn more than the average person. The toughest part of my job is being patient when my server is slow, or my connection drops while working. Doing a reboot may mean the loss of an assignment, but these things happen.
I stay strong, and keep moving forward.
My best friend graduated with me from UH Main and our fields are linked. She is in Maketing, and I in Market Research. I wish my degree reflected this. In a way, it kind of has. I was able to use marketing skills while teaching, to put myself out there, and gain students. I began teaching while in high school, and continued working in college and away from campus. Granted, back then, it was volunteer work, but this counts on my resume too, should I revisit the field again. I tutored privately, and while living in Spring, I juggled a tutoring job with educational retail. Both of my bosses are still working quite hard as educational professionals, and I am proud to have them in my work profiles.
Today, everything is online. However, I can still communicate with clients and colleagues in market research company chat forums. Working from home allows me to have flexibility in family time and time with friends. The companies know me well, and they know this is the best way to get things done, and take time off if I need to. Remoting in is easy. And if I am away, I can easily access my accounts, and take care of business. When Mom died, I took bereavement leave, and had co workers that gave me the best support I could ask for.
Today I am still growing. And I love the fact that in times of hardship, I learn more than the average person. The toughest part of my job is being patient when my server is slow, or my connection drops while working. Doing a reboot may mean the loss of an assignment, but these things happen.
I stay strong, and keep moving forward.
Monday, January 30, 2017
Joy Means Dance!
I have the afternoon off. I now have time to coreograph a new routine for my YouTube channel. Even though The Go Go's retired, Belinda Carlisle has more songs for me to choose from. I also plan on adding Bruce Springsteen to my list, along with Adele. Sting is in progress this week.
Sunday, January 29, 2017
Truth
I have made a new discovery regarding Christine's sermon about truth. I am in my early 40s now, and I am quickly learning that truth isn't always negative brutal honesty, pointing out my flaws. Truth, in short, can also be a positive coin toss. I am saying this because even though I wasn't in church this morning, she still gave me something to meditate on. I am a writer. I see her writing sermons in my head. For it is this skill that we both share. And it's within this skill, that we discover truths, whether they are orally shared, or the way of the Lord, from the Bible.
Truth for me today was about cheering my niece on during her second volleyball game. Her team won 2 of 3 games. She, like me, never gives up, or quits, even when losing. Truth: we both know it's hurtful when we lose, but at the same time, the truth is, we can grow from our losses.
Dad and I had tuna for lunch. God told us that as we prepared the meal, that the sea would part for us to get our tuna. Ha ha. I am so excited about this weekend. I did more work, and earned more in the process of growing while staying focused. The sub companies have me wrapped around their finger. The last two days, I completed 2 90 minute surveys. One was worth $10 for my travel expenses, and the newest one is worth $40. The key is the length of the survey, and the commitment. The topic is always the same. Music. No joke. To my musically inclined and music career friends, I salute you!
What A Feeling! This song is playing while I have down time. As a dancer, I am always seeking new songs to choreograph. At the same time, truth comes into play when God says it's okay to try new songs that my niece likes. From Uptown Funk to Shut Up And Dance With Me, I am truthfully loving these hits. The coolest part of dance is when I can do burpees and throw in yoga and PT moves.
One might think that it's crazy, but dance is less dangerous for me, and I can take my time. I also truthfully discovered that walking is painful physically. Dance, however, releases my pain. It's also not progressive, so things can improve.
Medical truth: I couldn't have SDR surgery as a girl, due to the fact that it is performed out of state. My "twin" had it done because her parents were able to fly her to Denver, and rent a townhouse in Houston for her recovery. She is now celebrating her 37th birthday March 26th. I am November 26th. I was born in 1975, and she in 1980. If anyone can dance and appreciate music the way we do, we have accomplished our goal of educating others. It's ongoing.
My Baclofen pump was implanted in 2006, and my second one March 3, 2013. I have three years of device life before a replacement is due. Like Selective Dorsal Ryzotomy, my Baclofen pump is also spinal surgery. Google both if you want to learn more.
Aggieland is her hometown, born and raised, so I send out a Gig'Em and Whoop for her often. Autism is on the front burner right now in America and worldwide. It means my twin and I can relax with Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy, because we aren't in the spotlight. It means we can teach others, and not be on Facebook doing it. In fact, she is offline, which meant I could send her a hand written letter in cursive, last year. She got it. Truth: I can put the electronics down. Most of you can't. We prefer letters and visits. See ya Facebook.
I am simply there to get updates from family. They coerced me into getting an account. It was not my choice. Case closed. I would rather live via my blogs, e-mails, and tweets because my Germany friends keep up with me this way. Put down the tech. Look into my eyes. Look into the eyes of my twin. We know life better than most of you. Pick up a pen, paper, and phone. Make an effort. I have flown to Kansas and California to see friends back to back, two years in a row. Excuse us, but if we can do it, so can you. My twin helps me take a stand, and we march on our own.
You should try it. It's exhilarating. This, in closing, is a true challenge.
Truth for me today was about cheering my niece on during her second volleyball game. Her team won 2 of 3 games. She, like me, never gives up, or quits, even when losing. Truth: we both know it's hurtful when we lose, but at the same time, the truth is, we can grow from our losses.
Dad and I had tuna for lunch. God told us that as we prepared the meal, that the sea would part for us to get our tuna. Ha ha. I am so excited about this weekend. I did more work, and earned more in the process of growing while staying focused. The sub companies have me wrapped around their finger. The last two days, I completed 2 90 minute surveys. One was worth $10 for my travel expenses, and the newest one is worth $40. The key is the length of the survey, and the commitment. The topic is always the same. Music. No joke. To my musically inclined and music career friends, I salute you!
What A Feeling! This song is playing while I have down time. As a dancer, I am always seeking new songs to choreograph. At the same time, truth comes into play when God says it's okay to try new songs that my niece likes. From Uptown Funk to Shut Up And Dance With Me, I am truthfully loving these hits. The coolest part of dance is when I can do burpees and throw in yoga and PT moves.
One might think that it's crazy, but dance is less dangerous for me, and I can take my time. I also truthfully discovered that walking is painful physically. Dance, however, releases my pain. It's also not progressive, so things can improve.
Medical truth: I couldn't have SDR surgery as a girl, due to the fact that it is performed out of state. My "twin" had it done because her parents were able to fly her to Denver, and rent a townhouse in Houston for her recovery. She is now celebrating her 37th birthday March 26th. I am November 26th. I was born in 1975, and she in 1980. If anyone can dance and appreciate music the way we do, we have accomplished our goal of educating others. It's ongoing.
My Baclofen pump was implanted in 2006, and my second one March 3, 2013. I have three years of device life before a replacement is due. Like Selective Dorsal Ryzotomy, my Baclofen pump is also spinal surgery. Google both if you want to learn more.
Aggieland is her hometown, born and raised, so I send out a Gig'Em and Whoop for her often. Autism is on the front burner right now in America and worldwide. It means my twin and I can relax with Spastic Diplegic Cerebral Palsy, because we aren't in the spotlight. It means we can teach others, and not be on Facebook doing it. In fact, she is offline, which meant I could send her a hand written letter in cursive, last year. She got it. Truth: I can put the electronics down. Most of you can't. We prefer letters and visits. See ya Facebook.
I am simply there to get updates from family. They coerced me into getting an account. It was not my choice. Case closed. I would rather live via my blogs, e-mails, and tweets because my Germany friends keep up with me this way. Put down the tech. Look into my eyes. Look into the eyes of my twin. We know life better than most of you. Pick up a pen, paper, and phone. Make an effort. I have flown to Kansas and California to see friends back to back, two years in a row. Excuse us, but if we can do it, so can you. My twin helps me take a stand, and we march on our own.
You should try it. It's exhilarating. This, in closing, is a true challenge.
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Rockin' Out!
Live on iHeart Radio, all 80s Party. Not only do I remember these songs, but they are great to dance to, as I self coreograph more routines. Can this be a sign of more moving, and keeping my body healthy? Abso-freakin' loutely! I lost 7 pounds, and my test results will be reviewed in February 2017.
Everything is outpatient, so I can come home to dance it out, according to Grey's Anatomy.
Tomorrow, my niece has 3 volleyball games, so we are going to pick one. She is now doing professional volleyball, so we are proud.
I'll be working tomorrow to get ahead. Then, Monday will be another day of relaxation. We have an on site massage therapist, so I plan to book an appointment quickly. Having done massage and PT in college, it's time to revisit both. My disability causes pain, and massage is one way to do pain control. It should be fabulous.
I did some shopping this weekend, and feel good about it. Paleo approved foods, and a new pair of shoes. I can hit the dance floor harder than ever now. If I can lose 3 more pounds, I'll be comfortable. My Baclofen Pump will also stabilize internally.
February will be busy, but I'll try to post at least one entry daily. Until tomorrow....
Everything is outpatient, so I can come home to dance it out, according to Grey's Anatomy.
Tomorrow, my niece has 3 volleyball games, so we are going to pick one. She is now doing professional volleyball, so we are proud.
I'll be working tomorrow to get ahead. Then, Monday will be another day of relaxation. We have an on site massage therapist, so I plan to book an appointment quickly. Having done massage and PT in college, it's time to revisit both. My disability causes pain, and massage is one way to do pain control. It should be fabulous.
I did some shopping this weekend, and feel good about it. Paleo approved foods, and a new pair of shoes. I can hit the dance floor harder than ever now. If I can lose 3 more pounds, I'll be comfortable. My Baclofen Pump will also stabilize internally.
February will be busy, but I'll try to post at least one entry daily. Until tomorrow....
Friday, January 27, 2017
New Work Projects
Tonight has been amazing! My market research team has branched me out to sub companies. I not only get higher earnings, but each specialty survey is 90 minutes. The topic? Music. My best friend is a musician, and I sent her a note from across the pond. I am celebrating with Celine Dion on my TV via my Bluray player. Mom is cheering me on. French was our language, and Celine was the artist we bonded with. Shout out to Quebec pals! Canada is special because they have a dialect all their own.
Because You Loved Me, I can go on Mom. I love you too. J'ai beaucoup de courage pour parle notre langue d'amour. Je t'aime toujours maman.
Because You Loved Me, I can go on Mom. I love you too. J'ai beaucoup de courage pour parle notre langue d'amour. Je t'aime toujours maman.
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