21 and crazy

So I am officially 21!!!!


Yes be jealous, feel old, feel young... whomever is reading this feel as you may :-)





It was a great birthday! First I got to sleep in then go get my new license (by the way you are not allowed to smile or show your teeth in your ID anymore... odd rule). Then I took myself shopping... didn't buy anything but had fun none the less. Then Logan picked me up (and brought a tiara that i had to wear) and we drove to my parents house where Grandma, Uncle Marc, Jessie and Mom had dinner with us. I was served WINE!!!! Sorry I was excited lol. Then presents and cake came and went thank you to everyone they were very much appreciated!



Then Logan took me to walmart and gave me $40 to buy alcohol. That was interesting a newly 21 year old who doesn't know anything and a 23 year old who doesn't know much more about alcohol staring down the isle in walmart lol. But finally we got some fun things to make and went back to his apartment. I wanted to drop off my presents and check on mr flopsy and logan told me to take my time he had my present waiting for me whenever I come over. So about 20 minutes later I go over to his apartment and when I open the door, don't worry I knocked first ;-) He had music going and had decorated his whole apartment with happy birthday stuff and had planned out our whole evening with possible drinking games and other fun things to do. I couldn't have asked for a better surprise.

Some "beer pong" except it was energy drink pong because I hate beer lol

All the snacks/surprises he had waiting for me :-)

My amazing boyfriend infront of the "Happy 21st Birthday" sign in his place

Sorry for the kissing pick but he's an amazing guy I couldn't be happier :-)

~Jenny

Rock the Vote!

So I spent the night at my parents house last night to take care of Jessie and Lilly while mom and everyone went to PA. Rest in peace Uncle Jack.

It was interesting. We all slept in mom's bed and by all I do include the pup who decided that I am a permanent head rest because I woke up every 2 hours with her sleeping on me in any odd position lol. Then today I went to go vote. I figured since it was in Roanoke that it wouldn't be that busy but OH MY!!! I waited an hour to get in! And the majority of the people in the line were retired people that probably shouldn't be standing out in the sun for an hour.

But here's a prayer to God that the right people win!!!!!

~Jenny

Lovely Fall!!

So... the lovely fall weather is making me very happy!!!! A little too much rain lately but the leaves are pretty! And this weekend was fun because Logan and I went to Hilgers and picked out some cute little pumpkins to decorate our apartments :-) Also we saw the Hulk movie... it was definetly better than the other one but still a little lacking in the story line department. Well I'm off to work now ... tomorrow I'm getting my hair cut hopefully it'll look good!

~Jenny

Save the Last Dance for Me

"You can dance-every dance with the guy
Who gives you the eye, let him hold you tight
You can smile-every smile for the man
Who held your hand neath the pale moon light
But don't forget who's takin' you home
And in whose arms you're gonna be
So darlin' save the last dance for me..."


Wouldn't it be great if you could trust someone that much? But how do you forget about a persons past... and who their exs are and who they used to be and how they used to think they were in love with them? My friend has recently found out about her boyfriends past relationships and how certain ones were more serious than what she thought. Her boyfriend is a great guy... he's just made mistakes in the past with the girls he dated. How can she forget about that everytime she's with him she thinks about what he used to say to those other girls and how he used to feel about them... It's going to drive her insane. But I must admit I have an issue getting past the whole "ex" thing as well. And I think everyone does. My mom and dad still to this day bring up Claire. The girl my dad liked on the europe trip where he met my mom. Dear Lord! It's been how many years ago and they're still talking about that! I know they're joking about it... well at least that's how they play it off but geeze. I really don't want to do that... I duno maybe I'm a crazy 20 year old so nieve and young but I could use some advice if anyone has it....

I know some times things take effort....

So I guess it's worth it...

:-)

~Jenny

New Life

So I have officially finished my apartment!!!! Yay! It only took me... well more than a month lol but it was worth it because it's starting to feel like a real apartment not just a college dorm. Good news though! I got full time at best buy and a raise to go with it! Wahoo! But I'm training everyone in my department... which I'm sorry why should I have to train my supervisor and my senior when they get paid more than me? Hmmm.... but still thankful for the position! It would be nice if I wouldn't have to plan my money down to the last penny.

Other news... it's kind of odd going back home after I've moved out. Yeah Jessie has moved into my room and painted it pinky red so that's obviously odd lol but also... It's weird feeling like a guest in your house. I actually couldn't get into the house the other day because at night dad always locks the door which used to be fine because I was already home but since I have never had a key I couldn't get in and mom left her cell in the kitchen so she couldn't here it when I called... just odd to be locked out. Lilly is always happy to see me which makes me happy and sad at the same time. I forgot how much nicer it is to have an animal that can walk over to you and cuddle with you. Sure I let Floppsy run around my apartment but he just likes to pretend my couch is a tunnel and explore that lol. Not much of a cuddler.

My friend situation is odd too. Since now all of my friends in Fort Wayne are married I don't get to see them hardly at all. Nicole is constantly going to the mayo clinic to try and figure out what's wrong with her and when she is home she's doing things with her husband. Then Shelly works a full time job and is a full time student for accounting which keeps her busy and then Jared does the same thing so whenever they have a chance to see each other they want to be alone so... not a lot of time for Jenny. Oh and they have married friends who they go on trips with and I cant compare to that so ... kinda lonely.

So that means I get to bug Logan a lot lol. He's working 55 hours a week though on average and since Best Buy's idea of full time is 35 hours a week I have lots of time to go grocery shopping and do errands. I swear I feel like I live at Walmart because of how much I go there. But Logan and I did have some good times the last few weekends. We went to the Johnny Appleseed festival which was fun and something different to do. We got to walk around and see kids playing everywhere and reminisce about when we were kids going to do it (on a side note his mom is a saint for taking 3 boys to a place where the crafts for sale include pop guns and wooden swards). Then this last weekend I actually had a Friday night off so he surprised me by taking me to a drive in movie theater in Huntington! It was amazingly fun! He already had the chairs, blankets and snacks in his car when I got home from work. And we got lucky because it was the last weekend and all their snacks where buy one get one free! Lots of chocolate for us!

Anyways I must go clean my apartment-yes that's another thing I seem to have to do all the time. Hope all is well with everyone and God Bless!

~Jenny

Moving!

So I found an apartment! It's beautiful and it's a really good deal! I'm sooooooooo excited! Of course this comes at the most inoppurtune time. Mom is trying to redo the house for some inspection, my best friend is getting married and I'm planning the bachelorette party and the wedding stuff with her, and I'm still only working one job. But the good news is I've applied to over ten places and gotten call backs from a few so I'm hoping something great comes along.
~Jenny

To lighten your day...

The Good Husband

Jack wakes up with a huge hangover after attending his company's Party. Jack is not normally a drinker, but the drinks didn't taste like alcoholat all. He didn't even remember how he got home from the party. As bad as he wasfeeling, he wondered if he did something wrong. Jack had to force himself to open his eyes, and the first thing he seesis a couple of aspirins next to a glass of water on the side table. And,next to them, a single red rose!! Jack sits up and sees his clothing infront of him, all clean and pressed.He looks around the room and sees that it is in perfect order,spotlessly clean. So is the rest of the houseHe takes the aspirins, cringes when he sees a huge black eye staringback at him in the bathroom mirror. Then he notices a note hanging onthe corner of the mirror written in red with little hearts on it and akiss mark from his wife in lipstick: "Honey, breakfast is on the stove,I left early to get groceries to make you your favorite dinner tonight.I love you, darling! Love, Jillian"

He stumbles to the kitchen and sure enough, there is hot breakfast,steaming hot coffee and the morning newspaper.His 16 year old son is also at the table, eating. Jack asks, "Son.. whathappened last night?""Well, you came home after 3 A.M., drunk and out of your mind You fellover the coffee table and broke it, and then you puked in the hallway,and got that black eye when you ran into the door. Confused, he askedhis son, "So, why is everything in such perfect order and so clean? Ihave a rose, and breakfast is on the table waiting for me??"His son replies, "Oh THAT... Mom dragged you to the bedroom, and Whenshe tried to take your pants off, you screamed, "Leave me alone, I'mmarried!!"Broken Coffee Table $239.99Hot Breakfast $4.20Two Aspirins $.38Saying the right thing, at the right time. PRICELESS

Busy Busy Busy!

So working 60 hours a week is quite crazy but it might just pay off... I found a car I really like! Also planning on getting an apartment next month so wahoo!!!! Only problem? I literally have NOTHING for an apartment. I don't have a couch, dinning table, chairs, plates, cups, cookware, bakeware... hmmm this could get expensive haha. I do have bedroom furniture so I'm not completly lost.

I am very excited however that I am going to Washington DC next weekend!!!! Oh so very happy about that. I'm also excited to ride a bus for however many hours it takes to get there... haha should be interesting.

Well wish me luck Logan's birthday is this weekend and I have a feeling I have to plan something ... hmmm little nervous but he'll love his presents I'm sure.

Love you all and you're in my prayers!

~Jenny

Shaking

Stressed to the max. Trying to find a car is my least favorite thing to do in the world because I have no idea what's a deal and what's a rip off. Also I'm looking for a car that wont die so much (wishful thinking I know).

Also stressed because at my work I am now the head of shipping which isn't the job i wanted. I was supposed to be the office girl. Paperwork, phonecalls, accounting all that good stuff but nope. Kinda upset. Oh well. Such is life.

Oh and I've been working on my budget and all that and although I wish to very badly I can't afford to quit best buy :-( It's not that it's soo bad there. Besides corrupt managers which you'll find everywhere you go, it's actually pretty cool. Plus the discount and all the knowledge I get is great! But I just hate working 52 hours a week. It's draining me. And after my accident I haven't been able to work full time at either job. Though this week was my first full week back at MJC and I must say I'm exhuasted.

Oh and by the way I HAVE to buy a car this weekend. How's that for pressure? The insurance gave me a rent a car but since I'm not 25 my mom hasta drive it and so I've been stuck with her taurus with really scary brakes. Honestly I get in a car accident and the first car I drive has subpar brakes? Little shaken haha. But it's all my family could do so it's fine.

Another stress? My boyfriend logan and my one year was the day after the accident and ... yeah. Obviously we couldn't do much so we're hoping to redo it next weekend. I have no idea what we're doing or how we're guna plan it.

Ugh! I must go find a stress releaver.... maybe I'll go get my hair done that makes girls happy doesnt it? lol Don't know how I can afford it but I have some gift cards left from Christmas so theres a start....

~Jenny

Alive

So I am alive. I know my family has been telling everyone about my accident but I wanted to let everyone know I'm okay. On Sunday afternoon at about one thirty I believe I went to go pick up jessie from her friends house. All I remember is driving down the gravel road to the intersection . . . and that's all I remember.

After that I just remember waking up in the ambulance looking at an old classmate from showchoir who was taking my vitals I believe and then my mom was sitting in there too. I thought it was a dream. They kept asking what day it wasand what my name was and for the life of me I couldn't remember what day it was but I passed the name test. We got to the hospital and they were finally able to put an IV in me (im known to have difficult veins) and then they had to take the glass out of my back and arm ... and everywhere else. They also took me to have my head scanned but if you asked me what kind of scan I wouldnt be able to answer you.

I did finally accept that the accident did really happen and that I was the only one hurt and jessie was still at her friends. The bad thing is Logan was supposed to call me at about the time the accident happened and he and I were going to hang out. SO since I left my cell at home (thinking I'd only be gone for 20 mins) Logan had no idea what was going on for 4 hours. I kept asking my parents to call him to let him know what was going on but they made a good point that if all they could say was I was in the hospital and had been in an accident he might have freaked.

The hospital finally released me and I got to wear some very attractive scrubs home since they didnt know how much glass was still in my clothes. We got my pain meds and headed home. My mom called Logan at that time and luckily he didnt freak out too bad. He did come over right away.

Now I am doing better but we did go see my car today and that freaked me out a bit. I can see why mom and dad were surprised I wasn't really injured. I'm still unable to sit up for longer than 45 mins and I fall alseep at least every hour and a half. And I walk funny. I go to the doctor tomorrow to get a check up so we'll see if I'm doing alright.

Here's to surviving!!!!

~Jenny