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I've become a bigger fan of Caesar salads over the last several years, and I have to say I think the new Dole Ultimate Caesar kit is about as good as they can get, as far as pre-packaged goes. Yes, I just had one, and it was a delight.
Man, there's a lot going on. I got a little nervous a short while ago when I couldn't find dress pants that matched a suit I've worn all of about twice so far. Then I remembered the last time I wore them was a gala around this exact date two years ago, that I unfortunately ended up in the hospital for quite some time after. I went to look where I probably would've left the pants after doing something like that, and yep, they were there, wow. They're in the wash now, so, now I just need to find the tie I want, and I should be set as far as attire goes for this follow-up gala that's happening tomorrow (err, today, oof). I actually helped facilitate it, it should be pretty okay, they'll be publicly acknowledging me which will be a mix of both embarrassment and accomplishment, but I don't know... I really wanted to bring Alicia, that's what would've really made it special to me. Heck, I wanted to bring her two years ago. It's at a place we've both enjoyed, and I figured it'd be something nice to do around Christmastime, but alas, she can't join me. I'll be going with Alina instead, which will be somewhat apropos providing she came to the hospital and gave me a ride home from the hospital after the last gala - so, it's a weird full circle there. She has something serious happening on Monday that she's very concerned about, so she told me she was excited to do this beforehand. Hopefully we'll have a nice time. I think she's more excited than I am. Actually, I know she is. I still wish Alicia and I could experience it, though. I got a haircut tonight for both that, and Alicia's coming to visit tomorrow (today), thankfully - and I'd like to appear less unhandsome for her. I can't wait to see her afterward, though I'll feel a little funny being all dressed up.
As for the gala, then the hospital last time... man, what a time of year. My Brother texted me yesterday to ask what date our Grandma passed away, as he had trouble remembering - providing our Sister passed away around the same date, and it was weighing heavily on his mind, as well. His birthday is around the same time as mine... like, oof. The 4th anniversary of my Grandma's passing is on Saturday, which, I'm still coming to terms with. Texting with my Brother, I sort of had a flashback and realized sort of surreal things about both of them passing - the social events I attended directly afterward. ::sigh:: This is just a rough month, now. It started being rough in 1998, the same year my Mom passed, and my Dad had his first heart attack - when, once again, I was at a social event. I've experienced a lot of awful things in immediate proximity social events, oh goodness. It's anxiety-inducing. I just hope to God things go smoothly after this gala, as opposed to last time. Fingers crossed! Man, reaching back to a legitimately good December for me would be like the one of 1997, which was great... and it's the 20th anniversary of that, so, that's something.
Speaking of social events... Skinner wants to go see the new Star Wars with Lindsay and a couple of our friends from school on Saturday afternoon. Star Wars is my jam, but it may be sold out, and I also don't feel like waiting an hour and a half just to see the film so we get good seats. I'm sure he'll want to see it again soon, so, we'll see what happens.
Last night was the Christmas party for the Island - it was interesting. Due to the way my life is, I've pretty much only been able to go every other year since 2011 (not a good year, but it was a nice time, albeit I was concerned about my Dad, who I had dropped off at another event, during it). It was at the Executive Director's house, and it was packed. Other than Mary, the closest people in age to me were 15+ years older than me, with the average being probably 25+. It was nice to get out, be around people, do something holiday season-appropriate, be acknowledged and eat a lot, though. I'm glad I was able to go to it.
Man, there's a lot going on. I got a little nervous a short while ago when I couldn't find dress pants that matched a suit I've worn all of about twice so far. Then I remembered the last time I wore them was a gala around this exact date two years ago, that I unfortunately ended up in the hospital for quite some time after. I went to look where I probably would've left the pants after doing something like that, and yep, they were there, wow. They're in the wash now, so, now I just need to find the tie I want, and I should be set as far as attire goes for this follow-up gala that's happening tomorrow (err, today, oof). I actually helped facilitate it, it should be pretty okay, they'll be publicly acknowledging me which will be a mix of both embarrassment and accomplishment, but I don't know... I really wanted to bring Alicia, that's what would've really made it special to me. Heck, I wanted to bring her two years ago. It's at a place we've both enjoyed, and I figured it'd be something nice to do around Christmastime, but alas, she can't join me. I'll be going with Alina instead, which will be somewhat apropos providing she came to the hospital and gave me a ride home from the hospital after the last gala - so, it's a weird full circle there. She has something serious happening on Monday that she's very concerned about, so she told me she was excited to do this beforehand. Hopefully we'll have a nice time. I think she's more excited than I am. Actually, I know she is. I still wish Alicia and I could experience it, though. I got a haircut tonight for both that, and Alicia's coming to visit tomorrow (today), thankfully - and I'd like to appear less unhandsome for her. I can't wait to see her afterward, though I'll feel a little funny being all dressed up.
As for the gala, then the hospital last time... man, what a time of year. My Brother texted me yesterday to ask what date our Grandma passed away, as he had trouble remembering - providing our Sister passed away around the same date, and it was weighing heavily on his mind, as well. His birthday is around the same time as mine... like, oof. The 4th anniversary of my Grandma's passing is on Saturday, which, I'm still coming to terms with. Texting with my Brother, I sort of had a flashback and realized sort of surreal things about both of them passing - the social events I attended directly afterward. ::sigh:: This is just a rough month, now. It started being rough in 1998, the same year my Mom passed, and my Dad had his first heart attack - when, once again, I was at a social event. I've experienced a lot of awful things in immediate proximity social events, oh goodness. It's anxiety-inducing. I just hope to God things go smoothly after this gala, as opposed to last time. Fingers crossed! Man, reaching back to a legitimately good December for me would be like the one of 1997, which was great... and it's the 20th anniversary of that, so, that's something.
Speaking of social events... Skinner wants to go see the new Star Wars with Lindsay and a couple of our friends from school on Saturday afternoon. Star Wars is my jam, but it may be sold out, and I also don't feel like waiting an hour and a half just to see the film so we get good seats. I'm sure he'll want to see it again soon, so, we'll see what happens.
Last night was the Christmas party for the Island - it was interesting. Due to the way my life is, I've pretty much only been able to go every other year since 2011 (not a good year, but it was a nice time, albeit I was concerned about my Dad, who I had dropped off at another event, during it). It was at the Executive Director's house, and it was packed. Other than Mary, the closest people in age to me were 15+ years older than me, with the average being probably 25+. It was nice to get out, be around people, do something holiday season-appropriate, be acknowledged and eat a lot, though. I'm glad I was able to go to it.