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Together we can make the world better for EVERYONE. Sadly this is NOT a river tubing post. I went to a work meeting in San Marcos, Texas recently. (And if you know me, you know now that I stopped drinking and I stopped doing silly things like river tubing!) But that aside, I have not been to San Marcos in quite awhile. (Moved to Europe and all that...) I did a proper blog post here of a Picnic and here of some random shopping, but that was years ago. #Recycle "San Marcos is home to Texas State University and the Aquarena Center. Archeologists have found evidence at the San Marcos River associated with the Clovis culture, which suggests that the river has been the site of human habitation for more than 10,000 years. The headwaters of the cool, clear river are the San Marcos Springs, fed by the Edwards Aquifer. The San Marcos Springs are the third largest collection of springs in Texas. Never in recorded history has the river run dry." Wiki Links left intact if you want to read more. If not skip on down to random ass randomness. Birds on a wire~ As you can see, it was a gray, overcast day - but pleasant enough. There were tons of birds, just sitting around. More about Lulling here. It's an older post, but the town doesn't change that much. Now on to San Marcos: Town/Uni proper- San Marcos is an odd place. It feels like a pretty, small town, but with the university it is over run with people. Parking and traffic are a nightmare also. Partly its because of all the "new drivers" college kids who have never driven anywhere are now rushing around to class and the outlet mall. Did I mention the outlet mall? It's fricken HUGE. "There are actually 2 outlet malls. Combined, the two adjacent malls have more than 350 stores,[1][2] and an excess of 1,000,000 sq ft (93,000 m2).[3] During peak seasons, shoppers at the malls can reach numbers that effectively triple the population of San Marcos.[4] The outlet malls in San Marcos are one of the top tourist attractions in the state.[4] The outlet malls combined are one of the top employers of San Marcos, and are the top employers of students of nearby Texas State University.[1]" -WIKI Read about some of my shopping adventures here from other posts. Today was about work, I didn't even have enough time to go out for lunch! I thankful to be working, but this month has really seen me slammed, no rest for the wicked and all that. Our meeting was held at the library ~ since everyone else was at the mall. Is it winter yet? Nope, not yet still fall. The library was busy and had excellent wifi - but I think it was on a timer..because a couple of hours in we were all thrown off and had to restart our presentations/connections/projects. But we did mange to accomplish a lot during our time there. And we are on the road again. I had another meeting, via Skype, that evening so had to get back home and prepare. #Boring as HELL, I know. But go read my other posts on San Marcos if you need to see the city. We did slow down on the drive back. The sunset was amazing... This was a really nice private gate we passed on the road going in to San Marcos. It was really landscaped lovely and the sitting sun really showed it off. No filter or edits on these sunset pictures... Pictures do not do the sunset justice. It was breathtaking!
I actually took about a million pictures during this adventure, but don't have time to edit work stuff out. Sadly another blogging #FAIL :( My goal is to get all the old posts uploaded before the end of the year, "out with the old" and all that crap - so expect a full on assault of random randomness ahead. I seem to be the queen of drafts, lately. Is that happening to you too? Most of my friends are reporting the same...Must be astrological. Catch you later- Hey, How are things? It was a really, really good day. Both productive and happy. #WIN I woke up early to warmer south Texas weather. Meaning not too cold, put on a light jacket and only pretend its winter, lol. No snow, no ice, just blue - sunny skies. Yeahhhh.. So off I went for yoga. I always, ALWAYS feel better after. I don't always make time to go to class or practice like I should, but always feel great when I can fit it in. It's funny when life gets busy is when you need it most, but can't (or at least I can't) justify taking the time to fit in a session. #FML After that I was feeling all relaxed and zen. Had a quick shower & headed to office for another round of meetings. Where I was surprised with this lovely orchid, Its so PRETTY! I just love the colors. Finally finished up and was free to take a late lunch with an old friend. I think it was after 3:00 before I could get away...But was still calm from a.m. yoga. #Zen Audrey and I grabbed take out, returned to my office & proceeded to laugh and visit the rest of the afternoon.. We had the best time. :D Audrey's been talking about the last sandwich we ate there for months now, lolol So whenever she is in town we always try to eat there. They were open, but no one was home (?) You have to call a cell # and they will open up and make your food. So its kinda different..But the sandwiches are Super good! Look at all those Veggies! YUMMMS :) + Its so nice hanging out with old friends. We were talking about everything under the sun. After I took the photo of the sandwich the conversation shifted to blogging and writing in general. I think she might start blogging now, too. She mentioned someone sent her a blog link to a certain house/B & B (The Belle Oaks, remb I posted it here?) and we discussed. She had no idea I wrote it. Too funny! #SmallWorld Now I spam one more Orchid picture- Happy Chinese New Year! Hope you have a year of great health, wealth and luck.
May the horse be with you! How are things? I just sent everyone home from the office this afternoon. All we were doing was standing around, drinking coffee and waiting for the roads to ice. #FUN We were wearing shorts yesterday...lol It's already almost freezing now..So why wait, right? I try and think about the people 1st and not so much about work. well I mean the people are WORK. But if my employees aren't happy then work is going to be BAD for everyone, right? Anyway, I went home to find GIANT box from AMAZON waiting. :o I also rec'd a Conscious box this week. The thoughtful postman delivered it to my office. (Where I ripped it open & marveled at all the goodies inside.) I faster ate the fig bar and ran into a meeting. #SuperBoss When I returned it had disappeared. (I’m sure my assistant put it somewhere safe for me?) So fat chance of me reviewing it this year..lol. Just let me say: Is good deal, lots of good stuff. Good for the planet & you. You should buy one, now. #ReviewComplete Those were quick iphone picts. Sorry for the blurry images. But things happen super fast at work. LOL Anyway...as I said we are gone for the day. I went home and changed outta nice office lady dress into Layer upon layer of sweats. #exciting, huh? I'm all bundled up now for next adventure. (4-5 layers, see?) Quick trip to the market and check on elderly neighbors. Then home for hotdogs and movies. #LifeIsGood Catch you later- How are things? Are you ready for Christmas? Well get that way, because it's busten loose everywhere. OMG! Even though it is December it has turned off warm again, but I refuse to give up my boots, sweaters and scarves. So I am generally suffering from heat stroke now. :( But I will wear these cute outfits! I was surprised today with a client gifting me with this lovely case for my Macbook! It was a very thoughtful gift. :D I have to prepare to host the girls movie night. OMG!
Catch you later- Hey! How are you? I'm soo busy here I haven't even time to sleep, much less post, sorry :( #Fail Truthfully I have been working late to be able to take next week off. I plan on laying in a hotel, ordering room service and surfing all day. (Exciting much?) LOL But after that work 2 weeks and go again! That trip will be a Girls Adventure Trip so no rest/sleep/surfing for 5 days. Just Party, Party, Party! My UPS Finally arrived for that work project so they are no longer on my hate list. (UPS Still suxs, though).
Online shopping loot is TAKING FOREVER to arrive & will all prob be delivered while I am away. Hopefully the house sitter will collect everything while I'm gone if it arrives by THEN. IDK but I can tell you my experience is ORDER early or BUY the upgraded shipping. Speaking of work I was asked to do a consulting lunch Thursday for a friend of a client. They asked what I would charge and Im like "IDK? Buy my lunch??" #WTF? It's not in my field, per say. But their theory is business is business and anyone who makes a business work is worth talking to. I guess I agree. I learn from everyone even if they are not in my field. So I accepted the lunch. Way back when I 1st started out I was working for a HUGE international company and (I was a peon) I ran into a consultant in the lift and we chatted. I remb. thinking "Thats where the money is and YOU work your own hours." Lol I really had no idea of what business was even about back then, lol. Ok back to it. Have a lovely day & see you at the airport soon! Hi, How is your weekend? Mine is mostly work, so yep, it suxs. #FAIL Speaking of Failing... I do not use UPS. As a merchant it sucks. As a customer it sucks. They break my packages, toss them around, loose them and generally don't give a flying fuck about my customers or me. So I ship either Fedex or USPS. BUT depending on where in the US you live one (or both) of those co. could be WORSE. So when I need something shipped to me for business or just because, I always ask for USPS. BUT of course I do run into co who only ship via UPS. Several weeks ago I ordered a custom print job for work. They only SHIP UPS (OF COURSE) but promised a 2 day turn around. We had a small window, so that sounded good. That was the 8/11. Opps, sorry I should say Nov. 8th. Have a look at the updated tracking as of today, Nov 16: They were on a truck IN MY TOWN for 2 days showing they would be delivered "by end of day" only to travel over 500 miles-- away. #WTF? I know you are saying it's only 11 days off, so FAR. * ______ *
But it was SHIPPED "2 DAY" & work on that project is on hold, until they arrive, someday in the future #WTF? In 10 days I could have driven to NY, eaten my weight in deep dish pizza, done some shopping and come back with the damn print job! GRrRRRRRRR Ok, rant over. I'm going back to work now. Must stay later tonight to re-do the entire project, thank you UPS. |
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