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What do I want to practice?

Mar 20

Posted by Bobbi in Family, Ideas, Memories, Relationships, School | Comments off

Last week when I worked in an attorney’s office, I realized that I have no idea what kind of law I want to practice after I graduate from law school. Personal injury is a good cause because it helps people who have been severely injured pay their medical bills. But, there are a ton of personal injury lawyers – motorcycle accident attorneys, for example – that are practicing personal injury simply because they want the money from the settlements. They’re not doing it for the right reason.

I guess what I’m trying to say is, I’m not in the business for the money. I’m in it to help people. Which is why I think I’m leaning towards family law. Family law (divorce, adoption, custody) is near and dear to my heart. I am a child of divorced parents. When I was in second grade, my parents sat us down to tell us they were divorcing, even though they loved my sister and I very much. The divorce was bitter and incredibly hard to deal with, and I am still feeling its effects to this very day. I’d like to take my experience and help others going through divorce; whether that be the kids involved or the parents. Personal injury lawyers are great, but there are not enough family law attorneys who are working to help families remain strong units even after divorce.

Obviously, I’ve got at least three years until I have to make a decision. I want to take some classes and see where I am most interested in the law. But at least I can go into it knowing what I am more interested in.

Spring is Here!

Mar 17

Posted by Bobbi in College Stories, Diet & Exercise, Family, Fitness, Hunter, Product Reviews, Reading, Relationships, Remington, School, Weather | 3 Comments

Well hello there, street people! Been awhile, hasn’t it? I have been so incredibly B U S Y that I have kind of forgotten about my website for a little while. It was a much needed break, though. Don’t worry, I missed all of you and am back to posting on a regular basis!

Last week was my spring break and I spent it working fulltime at an attorney’s office. I have been trying to find a job in an attorney’s office for the entire time I’ve been in college, and of course I found it right when I’m on my way out. I had fun despite the fact that I just did office work for a week. I filed, answered telephones, sent faxes, and made labels for letters to be mailed out. It doesn’t matter though, it will look good on my resume. At the end of the week, the attorney asked me to work every Friday, which will most likely turn into more work after I graduate! Speaking of law, I haven’t heard back about law school, but I should start to hear back fairly soon.

What else has been going on… the weather! It is absolutely GORGEOUS! The azaleas, dog woods and wild plums are in full bloom and our little family is loving it. Tom was lucky enough to go out on the boat a few times this past weekend, but I was busy doing wedding preparations, so I didn’t. Hunter went out on the boat for the first time, and just like Remington he loved every minute of it. We’ve got some great pictures on the hard drive, so I’ll have to get those and show them to you all.

Wedding plans are coming along nicely. I slightly altered the color – instead of “Wild Orchid” on the David’s Bridal web site, we’re now going with “Lilac.” The other color is called “Clover.” The moms have their dresses, and the bridesmaids have at least started to look. I am going to have three bridesmaids, because of a falling out with one of them. It’s easier to have three because there won’t be as much drama, but my feelings are hurt because of the way it all went down. Anyway.

This weekend, we also met with the priest that will be marrying us. He gave us a book of readings to choose from and information that we will need to set all the music up for the mass. It was really nice to talk with him. He has been the monsignor at my church since before I was born, so I have completed all my sacraments under him. He also married my mom and stepdad in 2003, so he knows the entire family.

Flowers are set. My bouquet will consist of green and white hydrangeas and freesia, and a single green (very light … almost yellow) rose in the middle. The rose is significant because my deceased paternal grandfather was a wholesale florist and absolutely loved yellow roses. Since the yellow won’t match with our colors, we’re going with green. It’s so beautiful!

We also went to two cake tastings and decided on a cake baker/decorator. We’re doing a three tier with cornilly lace, and a sheet cake that will be decorated the same. Very simple yet elegant, which is exactly what we wanted.

In other news … I planted an herb garden yesterday! I only have four herbs in it because it’s just a small window box – basil, sage, flat leaf parsley and mint.

And, after a two week hiatus from the gym because of my sinus infection and working, I went back last night. It was a little rough, but I’m going back tomorrow. They actually demonstrated some safety equipment while I was there, which was kind of strange. I should have pushed myself to go today, but I didn’t. Tomorrow I’m going first thing in the morning and doing cardio and strength training. I got some tips from my soon to be brother-in-law and that will also help jumpstart my weight loss again.

Off to finish the laundry and get ready for bed. I have gotten back into the habit of reading right before bed again. I really missed it!

We’re Loved!

Mar 2

Posted by Bobbi in Diet & Exercise, Family, Fitness, Hunter, Memories, Occasions, Product Reviews, Relationships, Remington, Wedding | 6 Comments

Wow, the engagement party was AMAZING. We had an absolute blast and everything down to the last detail was perfect. Tom’s sister put it on for us (did I already mention that?) and she couldn’t have done a better job. The theme was the colors that we’re using for the wedding. There was enough food, wine and beer for everyone to enjoy, pictures of Tom and I throughout the house in frames that she had hand painted, and even Tom’s dad’s deer were dressed as a bride and groom. It was neat to say the least! We ended up having about 50 people attend, which is why the title of this post is “We’re Loved!” We felt so incredibly special. And, we got some cool stuff! My favorite was the handwritten family recipes from Tom’s sister, though. I cried when we opened the recipe box! We also got some crystal bowls, money for our honeymoon, flip flops/shirts for our honeymoon, a tour book of Maui, wine, gift cards, frames, and a recipe organizer. We were lucky enough to have time to complete our thank you cards last night. That reminds me – we got a funny (but good) gift – an etiquette book! It’s perfect for those situations that you’re not sure about. For example, we weren’t sure if we were supposed to open our gifts in front of people or wait until they had left. We ended up waiting until everyone had left, which according to the etiquette book was correct. Yay!

Believe it or not, I came down with another cold. All of a sudden it just hit me last night after we got back from driving. My mom seems to think it’s the remnants of the cold I had a couple weeks ago, but I don’t know. I do know that it’s killing my gym time! I’m feeling too bad to go.

Yesterday we went to Sam’s Club to get our membership card and stock up on meat and fruit. The strawberries they had were SO DELICIOUS looking that I almost bought two of them! Now we won’t have to buy anything for awhile. We’re going to use the strawberries to make homemade ice cream with the ice cream attachment I got for Christmas (to use with my stand mixer).

Gotta run, the dogs are going nuts and it’s making me crazy!

Friday Couldn’t Have Come Sooner

Feb 20

Posted by Bobbi in Cooking, Diet & Exercise, Family, Fitness, Issues, Product Reviews, Weather | 5 Comments

TGIF! I am so thankful that today is Friday. Although I am going to be a very busy girl this weekend, I’m looking forward to having Tom home, cooking together, and going over to the hunt camp to see his parents tomorrow. Did I mention that I sold them my elliptical? I’m glad someone will be putting it to good use. Speaking of exercising, after I finish this post I am off to the gym. Today is strength training + cardio day. I kind of want to do a class sometime, but I’m a little nervous.

I did something extremely stupid last night. I was calling my sister to wish her a happy birthday (she turned 21). When she didn’t pick up, I left a voicemail. Instead of hanging up, though, I just closed my phone. As I was talking to a friend, I realized that for about 3 minutes I was still connected to my sister’s voicemail. I was talking about something I really didn’t want my sister to hear. Hopefully she will just ignore the voicemail (like she normally does). Keep your fingers crossed for me!

I also got a weird charge on my cell phone bill and I’m not happy about it. I dialed a toll free number to get help with reordering my newspaper subscription but managed to get charged for the long distance somehow. I need to figure that out today. That’s not okay if you advertise that your phone number is toll free!

Tom and I are hoping to use the new camera at the hunt camp tomorrow. It’ll be so nice to get some gorgeous shots while we’re there. And, the weather is going to be amazing. I think the high is something like 65 degrees. How awesome is that?

I found a couple new cooking web sites yesterday that I’m going to add to my list of dailies. A recipe that we’re trying tonight is Broccoli and Beef Stir-Fry. Doesn’t that sound yummy? I’ll let you know how it turns out. This will be the first time that I’ve done an Asian dish, and the first time I’ve used fresh ginger.

Who is this dog?

Jan 31

Posted by Bobbi in Family, Issues, Remington, What!? | 3 Comments

I am really feeling down today. In the last few weeks (specifically beginning after the holidays), our dog Remington has become increasingly hyper, rambunctious, and aggressive. There have been a total of three aggressive encounters at the park, with the most recent one involving the dog needing two stitches (she will be perfectly fine, but this is still a very serious matter).

Tom and I have been in contact with a trainer who will (starting tomorrow) come to our home and help us get a hold on why Remington is randomly attacking dogs at the park. It’s not every dog, and it’s not every time we go; it’s completely unpredictable. He NEVER used to be like this at the dog park. At home (for the most part) he is very relaxed and laid back. We are both heartsick because he needs the exercise he gets at the dog park, but if he’s aggressive towards other dogs, we can’t bring him back.

We’re also in touch with the vet so we can get him in to make sure there is nothing physically wrong that may be triggering him. I feel like we’ve done something wrong, even though we’re doing the right thing – recognizing the problem, getting help, etc. We’re working with him one-on-one on the leash and during playtime. Last night, after the park encounter, our friend brought her dog over (who Remy had never met). They got to sniff each other while they were both leashed, and when everything was okay they were let off. The three dogs played like they were long lost buddies and nothing happened.

Remington is not protective over his food and he doesn’t go after the cat. Without Hunter he is calm on his leash and even in the car. He is slightly protective over toys but not aggressive. I guess we just have to keep doing what we’re doing, be aware of the problem, and keep our hopes up that our boy isn’t a total monster.