Phil and I went Friday to look at the apartment we found that we really liked and also had a nice handicap accessible apartment available. Once we got there, though, the woman that I spoke to over the phone, who quoted me her move-in price, brought out a cost sheet full of other hidden deposit and administrative fees that she never told me about. To move into this place, it would require us to basically have to pay a months rent twice, plus more. And she wouldn't show us the place until we put down money for the non-refundable admin. fee and application fee. It was ridiculous. We could have ended up hating the place and been out $218 from the start. So our search continues. We spent yesterday morning calling around several different complexes, getting prices and such, and drove around yesterday while running errands seeing different places and the neighborhoods they are in. So this week my job is to call as many places as I can, get prices and all move in costs, and then from there, Saturday will be the day we visit the places we like the best, and then hopefully put in an application at the best one.
So I was pretty bummed, and frustrated, to say the least, this weekend. I really wanted to get into this place, and was upset that when I had asked the women for all the possible fees, she assured me all we had to pay to move in was $218 and then the first month and a half was free. Once we get in there, the whole story changed. It was almost as thought she just figured we were going to want the place that bad, that we'd do anything to get in, including plunking down hundreds of dollars. Of course, I am fully aware that moving into an apartment is going to cost some money, but this place was just outrageous. I have no doubt that we are going to find a place just as nice, with an affordable move in, but I was really hoping on that place, because it seemed so perfect with the handicap accessibility. But other complexes have the same thing, and I have to realize that when it comes to finding a place to live, sometimes it is going to take a lot of legwork. In the end though, once we get moved in somewhere and have a place to call our own, this will all be worth it.
About Me
- Kimbo Central
- San Tan Valley, AZ, United States
- A wife and mommy to a beautiful three year old son, blogging about being a mommy, and taking care of my family.
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Friday, July 27, 2007
Put your shoes on, its time for dinner
We all have our own unique quirks, things we do that others around us might think are weird or downright strange and odd. One of the interesting things about living with someone, is learning all about their different quirks, and discovering whether or not you can live with those habits, and if you find them endearing or not.
For me, I have a thing with the bathroom. I cannot, under any circumstance, bring food or a drink into the bathroom, and then eat or drink it. It will automatically go in the trash. I am convinced that once said food item or drink is placed on the counter it will be attacked by nasty bathroom germs.
Now, I've noticed a few things about my fiance, little habits, that are nothing as retarded as my fear of the almighty nasty bathroom germ Nazis, but last night I discovered something I never knew before:
Me: "Dinner is on the table, baby"
Him: "OK" (Gets up and slips on his shoes)
Me: (Looking perplexed) "Um, why are we putting on our shoes?"
Him: "Don't you know, I can't eat without my shoes on"
Me: (Laughter)
Looking back, I realize now that his shoes have been on for every meal we've ever had, even if he is eating something in bed. When asked if he can ever eat without his shoes on, he says he can, but he feels weird. Of course I gave him a hard time about it, in a joking, loving manner, because it is kinda cute, and really, I can't say much after my bathroom phobia. It just goes to show that no matter how weird you are, there is someone out there just as weird.
For me, I have a thing with the bathroom. I cannot, under any circumstance, bring food or a drink into the bathroom, and then eat or drink it. It will automatically go in the trash. I am convinced that once said food item or drink is placed on the counter it will be attacked by nasty bathroom germs.
Now, I've noticed a few things about my fiance, little habits, that are nothing as retarded as my fear of the almighty nasty bathroom germ Nazis, but last night I discovered something I never knew before:
Me: "Dinner is on the table, baby"
Him: "OK" (Gets up and slips on his shoes)
Me: (Looking perplexed) "Um, why are we putting on our shoes?"
Him: "Don't you know, I can't eat without my shoes on"
Me: (Laughter)
Looking back, I realize now that his shoes have been on for every meal we've ever had, even if he is eating something in bed. When asked if he can ever eat without his shoes on, he says he can, but he feels weird. Of course I gave him a hard time about it, in a joking, loving manner, because it is kinda cute, and really, I can't say much after my bathroom phobia. It just goes to show that no matter how weird you are, there is someone out there just as weird.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
A new home for Kimbo?
Phil and I found a really nice apartment in Mesa, not too far from where my parents live, that we have a hold on and will be viewing tomorrow, as well as giving them our application and seeing if we are approved. It is a two-bedroom apartment, that is also handicap-accessible. There are bars in the bathroom and wide doorways, and under the sink in the kitchen has been gutted so I can roll right up under it, which is going to make life so much easier. It is a very nice complex, pretty big, with four pools and 6 different lakes which I was told even though fishing is not allowed, they don't police it, so as long as we release what we catch, we can do it as much as we want. The rent each month is very affordable for us, in fact it is normally higher but we are getting a special deal, which is even better. So today I am filling out the application that I downloaded and printed from their website, and getting together the necessary proof of income for both of us, so we are all set tomorrow. So keep your fingers crossed!
I am looking forward to us getting our own place, even though there is a part of me that knows it is going to be hard for me to pack up from here and leave. I have only spent a short time on my own when I lived in Florida and had my own apartment, and then once we moved back here I moved back home for financial reasons, then had to go on disability, which does not make me enough to live on my own. I have become accustomed to living at home and having certain things done for me, and with my mom and I being so close, I am going to miss not seeing her on a daily basis. But it is good for me, it is time for me to be in my own home. I find that there are times I get frustrated living here, not because I don't like being with my family, but because I long to have my own space, and do things they way I want to do them. At 28, I should have been out of the house a long time ago, but life throws you curves and you have to roll with it, and being at home has been something that I have been grateful for, because at least I have a nice place to live. But it is time for me to be on my own, and Phil and I are looking forward to having a home of our own. It is just another step for us, and something I can't wait to take. I just am hoping and praying we get approved for this apartment tomorrow, although I really don't think there is going to be a problem. I suppose because I want it so much, I just worry. But I will let you all know tomorrow what the outcome is.
I am looking forward to us getting our own place, even though there is a part of me that knows it is going to be hard for me to pack up from here and leave. I have only spent a short time on my own when I lived in Florida and had my own apartment, and then once we moved back here I moved back home for financial reasons, then had to go on disability, which does not make me enough to live on my own. I have become accustomed to living at home and having certain things done for me, and with my mom and I being so close, I am going to miss not seeing her on a daily basis. But it is good for me, it is time for me to be in my own home. I find that there are times I get frustrated living here, not because I don't like being with my family, but because I long to have my own space, and do things they way I want to do them. At 28, I should have been out of the house a long time ago, but life throws you curves and you have to roll with it, and being at home has been something that I have been grateful for, because at least I have a nice place to live. But it is time for me to be on my own, and Phil and I are looking forward to having a home of our own. It is just another step for us, and something I can't wait to take. I just am hoping and praying we get approved for this apartment tomorrow, although I really don't think there is going to be a problem. I suppose because I want it so much, I just worry. But I will let you all know tomorrow what the outcome is.
Monday, July 23, 2007
You thought you knew Kimbo....
Well, now here is some more stuff to know. I don't have anything to really blog about right now, so I found this on a blog I subscribe to, and thought it might be fun...
1. The phone rings, who do you want it to be?
Well, if Phil isn't home, then I would definitely like it to be him. If he's with me though, then anyone else besides the pesky telemarketer recording that calls all the time.
2. When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart?
I usually do, its only nice so that the kids who go out there and collect them don't have to wonder around the parking lot in this hot weather.
3. If you had to kiss the last person you kissed again, would you?
Why of course, and I plan on kissing him again very soon!
4. Do you take compliments well?
I try to, after all, the person didn't have to compliment me, so I always appreciate it
5. Do you play Sudoku?
No, I am definitely not a numbers person
6. If abandoned alone in the wilderness would you survive?
Hell no, I feel very confident in my non-wilderness survival skills, although if Phil were with me, I might do OK, seeing as he was in the Army and had to take survival training.
7. If your house were on fire, what would be the first thing you would save?
My lovebirds
8. Who was the last person you slept in the bed with?
Phil
9. Who do you text the most?
Mainly Phil, on a daily basis, followed by a few occasional texts here and there with Mindy when we aren't emailing each other all day while she is at work
10. Favorite children's book? I'm not sure what was my favorite when I was a little kid, but I know growing up, I loved the Babysitter Club books, I used to go to the bookstore all the time waiting to see if any new ones had come out
11. Eye color?
Brown
12. How tall are you?
About 5'5
13. If you could do it over again, start from scratch, would you?
I assume we are talking about life here...which if that is the case, then hell fucking no! I made it this far, and it hasn't been easy, why start all over again and rehash the bad stuff!?
14. Any secret admirers?
Naw
15. When was the last time you were at Olive Garden?
Oh hell, its been awhile. I really don't like their food, if I want Italian, real Italian food, then I know a few other places that are much better and authentic
16. Favorite color..?
Purple
17. Where was the furthest place you traveled?
Florida
18. Do you like mustard?
French's Honey Mustard is the shit!
19. Do you prefer to sleep or eat?
Seeing as we get up very early to get Phil off to work (3:30am is definitely not a time when Kimbo is friendly), I would like an abundance of sleep
20:Do you miss anyone?
A few people, I suppose.
22. Can you do splits?
Ahahahahahaha!!!!
23. What movie do you want to see right now?
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. We should be seeing that on Friday, hopefully.
24. What did you do for New Year's Eve?
I sat at home and watched TV, and then rang in the new year with Dick Clark and his rockin new year, and then went to bed shortly after. Exciting, I know...
25. Do you think The Grudge was crappy?
I don't watch those types of movies, therefore I am sure it was crappy
26. Do you own a camera phone?
Yes, and it does video too, cause its fancy like that
27. Was your mom a cheerleader?
Uh, no
28. What's the last letter of your middle name?
N
29. Are you Hispanic?
Nopers
31. Do you like care bears?
I did when I was a kid, but then who didn't love those damn bears!
32. What do you buy at the Movies?
Usually a drink, and some sort of chocolaty goodness
33. Do you know how to play poker?
Seven Card Stud
34. Do you wear your seat belt?
Every time I get in a car
35. What do you wear to sleep?
Some sort of jammies, sometimes naked
36. Anything big ever happen in your CITY?
Well, the Super Bowl is coming here, that's kinda big. But in Queen Creek..I think the biggest excitement was when the first stoplight was put in...yeah....its that small of a town
37. Is your hair straight or curly?
It used to be pretty curly when I was growing up, but now as an adult its settled down a lot, and is just a little wavy if I grow it out
38. Is your tongue pierced?
No, I am not weird
39. Do you like Liver and Onions?
Oh nasty!
40. Do you like funny or serious people better?
If you can make me laugh, your my friend
41. Ever been to L.A.?
Yes, but I was a wee Kimbo and don't remember
42. Who is on your mind right now?
Phil...I left him alone in the living room and I wonder what he's watching in there...
43. Any plans 4 tonight?
Read a little more of my 7th Harry Potter book, watch a little TV and cuddle with my Philly for a bit, and then go to bed
44. Whats your fav. song at the moment?
I am loving the entire new Maroon 5 album!
45. Do you hate chocolate?
I adore chocolate, I love it so much I'd marry it and have its babies. OK...well maybe that's going a little far..but I love it!
46. What do you and your parents fight about the most?
My mom and I get on each other's nerves because we're so much alike
47. Are you a gullible person?
I used to be, but life experiences has changed that. I tend to be very cynical, actually
48. Do you need a boyfriend/girlfriend to be happy?No, I am quite content being on my own actually, but life is much better with someone in it
49. If you could have any job what would it be?
I'd love to be a writer
50.Are you easy to get along with?
Very much so
51. What is your favorite time of day?
I am definitely a night owl. I actually do my best writing and get my best ideas late at night.
1. The phone rings, who do you want it to be?
Well, if Phil isn't home, then I would definitely like it to be him. If he's with me though, then anyone else besides the pesky telemarketer recording that calls all the time.
2. When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart?
I usually do, its only nice so that the kids who go out there and collect them don't have to wonder around the parking lot in this hot weather.
3. If you had to kiss the last person you kissed again, would you?
Why of course, and I plan on kissing him again very soon!
4. Do you take compliments well?
I try to, after all, the person didn't have to compliment me, so I always appreciate it
5. Do you play Sudoku?
No, I am definitely not a numbers person
6. If abandoned alone in the wilderness would you survive?
Hell no, I feel very confident in my non-wilderness survival skills, although if Phil were with me, I might do OK, seeing as he was in the Army and had to take survival training.
7. If your house were on fire, what would be the first thing you would save?
My lovebirds
8. Who was the last person you slept in the bed with?
Phil
9. Who do you text the most?
Mainly Phil, on a daily basis, followed by a few occasional texts here and there with Mindy when we aren't emailing each other all day while she is at work
10. Favorite children's book? I'm not sure what was my favorite when I was a little kid, but I know growing up, I loved the Babysitter Club books, I used to go to the bookstore all the time waiting to see if any new ones had come out
11. Eye color?
Brown
12. How tall are you?
About 5'5
13. If you could do it over again, start from scratch, would you?
I assume we are talking about life here...which if that is the case, then hell fucking no! I made it this far, and it hasn't been easy, why start all over again and rehash the bad stuff!?
14. Any secret admirers?
Naw
15. When was the last time you were at Olive Garden?
Oh hell, its been awhile. I really don't like their food, if I want Italian, real Italian food, then I know a few other places that are much better and authentic
16. Favorite color..?
Purple
17. Where was the furthest place you traveled?
Florida
18. Do you like mustard?
French's Honey Mustard is the shit!
19. Do you prefer to sleep or eat?
Seeing as we get up very early to get Phil off to work (3:30am is definitely not a time when Kimbo is friendly), I would like an abundance of sleep
20:Do you miss anyone?
A few people, I suppose.
22. Can you do splits?
Ahahahahahaha!!!!
23. What movie do you want to see right now?
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. We should be seeing that on Friday, hopefully.
24. What did you do for New Year's Eve?
I sat at home and watched TV, and then rang in the new year with Dick Clark and his rockin new year, and then went to bed shortly after. Exciting, I know...
25. Do you think The Grudge was crappy?
I don't watch those types of movies, therefore I am sure it was crappy
26. Do you own a camera phone?
Yes, and it does video too, cause its fancy like that
27. Was your mom a cheerleader?
Uh, no
28. What's the last letter of your middle name?
N
29. Are you Hispanic?
Nopers
31. Do you like care bears?
I did when I was a kid, but then who didn't love those damn bears!
32. What do you buy at the Movies?
Usually a drink, and some sort of chocolaty goodness
33. Do you know how to play poker?
Seven Card Stud
34. Do you wear your seat belt?
Every time I get in a car
35. What do you wear to sleep?
Some sort of jammies, sometimes naked
36. Anything big ever happen in your CITY?
Well, the Super Bowl is coming here, that's kinda big. But in Queen Creek..I think the biggest excitement was when the first stoplight was put in...yeah....its that small of a town
37. Is your hair straight or curly?
It used to be pretty curly when I was growing up, but now as an adult its settled down a lot, and is just a little wavy if I grow it out
38. Is your tongue pierced?
No, I am not weird
39. Do you like Liver and Onions?
Oh nasty!
40. Do you like funny or serious people better?
If you can make me laugh, your my friend
41. Ever been to L.A.?
Yes, but I was a wee Kimbo and don't remember
42. Who is on your mind right now?
Phil...I left him alone in the living room and I wonder what he's watching in there...
43. Any plans 4 tonight?
Read a little more of my 7th Harry Potter book, watch a little TV and cuddle with my Philly for a bit, and then go to bed
44. Whats your fav. song at the moment?
I am loving the entire new Maroon 5 album!
45. Do you hate chocolate?
I adore chocolate, I love it so much I'd marry it and have its babies. OK...well maybe that's going a little far..but I love it!
46. What do you and your parents fight about the most?
My mom and I get on each other's nerves because we're so much alike
47. Are you a gullible person?
I used to be, but life experiences has changed that. I tend to be very cynical, actually
48. Do you need a boyfriend/girlfriend to be happy?No, I am quite content being on my own actually, but life is much better with someone in it
49. If you could have any job what would it be?
I'd love to be a writer
50.Are you easy to get along with?
Very much so
51. What is your favorite time of day?
I am definitely a night owl. I actually do my best writing and get my best ideas late at night.
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Harry Potter Day!!!
The day I have been waiting for is finally here, the 7th and final Harry Potter book is being released today, and according to the tracking on the Barnes and Noble site, the book has been sitting in the UPS station in Mesa since Thursday! And it says right now it is on the truck, set for delivery, so I am going to sit here and wait patiently (sort of) until it arrives, and then I will be tearing into the box and plopping myself down to read for the rest of the weekend until I finish it and find out the fate of Harry.
You might ask why I plan on finishing the book this weekend, when I could take my time. Well, the thing is, Mindy and I sort of have this thing...she ruined the 5th book by telling me who died, and I ruined the 6th book by doing the same thing. So now we're each going to be reading to try and find out the ending before the other person. I know this...I am not answering any calls, or reading any texts from her until I finish the book.....
You might ask why I plan on finishing the book this weekend, when I could take my time. Well, the thing is, Mindy and I sort of have this thing...she ruined the 5th book by telling me who died, and I ruined the 6th book by doing the same thing. So now we're each going to be reading to try and find out the ending before the other person. I know this...I am not answering any calls, or reading any texts from her until I finish the book.....
Monday, July 16, 2007
Kimbo is the new Rambo
I have to say that we had the most eventful weekend here in the land of Kimbo. Friday night when Phil came home from work he brought me a beautiful rose in a glass swan vase, and took me out to dinner to a Mexican restaurant that I love.
Saturday we decided to head to downtown Phoenix and take in a Diamondbacks game. We got there early and got tickets, then walked around downtown for a bit, stopping by the Arizona Center where they had a beautiful garden we walked through. When we got back to the ballpark, we found we had excellent seats and the game was pretty good, we won 5-4. Afterward they opened up the roof of the ballpark (for those that don't know, the ballpark is air conditioned, being as we live in what could be none as hell during the summer, and there is a retractable roof. The lit the fireworks off from the top of the parking garage, set to music, and it was really beautiful.
Sunday morning we woke up early to head out to Usery Park Shooting Range. Phil has a few guns that he uses for hunting and enjoys going to the range to shoot. Now, those who know me, know that I have always been afraid of guns, and when I say afraid, I mean deathly afraid, to the point where if I went into a room where there was a gun, I had to leave. He has three rifles that are in our closet, and for someone who is afraid of a small handgun, these rifles look very scary and intimidating. He has a .22 rifle that he said didn't have a big kick to it (translation: wouldn't knock me on my ass or break my shoulder), and for a few hours I watched him and the others around us shoot. There was two girls there, who looked about 16, shooting away and having a good time, and I realized I was just being a pussy for not at least trying it. Plus I knew that Phil wouldn't let me do anything stupid, like shoot my foot off. So when he asked me if I wanted to try it, I decided why the hell not. He got me all set up, and I aimed at my target, and fired my first shot. And it was a hell of a lot of fun! And surprisingly, I am kinda good, I was shooting really well he said, and I found the more I did it, the more I wanted to continue doing it. I realized there is nothing to be scared about, as long as you practice proper gun safety. After we left there we headed over to Sportsman's Warehouse and Walmart to look at some .22 rifles that would be a good size for me, so we are thinking about getting me one. Phil even mentioned I could enter into competitions. That might be fun if I practice more and get good. Who knew I would like it!
So there was my weekend...I took a few pics from the game, plus I brought home my target and took a picture of how well I did. Hope you all had as fun a weekend as I did!
Phil at the game
Bullpen
Palm Trees in the garden at the Arizona Center
At the game
My tasty watermelon treat!
Us at the game, again
Scoreboard
Me in the garden
Phil
Yes, our ballpark has a pool
We used to be champions, once upon a time...
Chase Ballpark
Arizona Center
Dugouts
Ballpark
Fountain at the Arizona Center
I look pissed, but I was just sucking on a big gumball
Gardens
Home plate
My first shooting target!
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Memories
This afternoon, while cleaning out a few unruly drawers in my closet, I came across a newsletter I used to put out in high school, called the "Nappy Noodle News". I'm not exactly sure how it all came about, but I would have different sections talking about concerts I had attending, what people were doing, even a silly advice column. It was almost like the early beginnings of my now blogging addiction. My mom helped me put it together and write it, and at the time, it was a hit with my group of friends, leading others to put together the same thing.
Reading through it today, I got a good belly full of laughs as I remembered why I had written some of what I did, and thought back to have fun and carefree life was back then. In October, our class is celebrating our ten year reunion and it amazes me how not only time flies, but life can change in the short amount of time.
Ten years ago, I was such a different person. In a way I wish that Phil could have known me back then. I was so outgoing, so full of life, and fun. I didn't have a care in the world, I would do and say the craziest stuff just for a laugh. I had no responsibilities, life was just a game. My health was a hell of a lot better then it is now. Ten years later, I find I am more of a homebody then the girl who was out every weekend. Responsibility lays heavily on my shoulders, bills and other financial worries are always on my mind, and with my upcoming nuptials, there is going to be a lot more on my plate. Instead of just flying by the seat of my pants, I am the first one to stop and think about how any decision I make is going to affect me or my relationship. I never in a million years thought at 18 that at 28 I was going to be getting married and starting a family of my own.
There are still times when I feel like I am that 18 year old girl, unsure of where she is going in this world and how she is going to get there, full of hopes and dreams. Not a care in the world. Thinking of being a married women can seem sometimes scary for me, as I am not used to running a home of my own, and I feel like I might fail, or not know what to do. But looking at Phil, and the future we have planned, there isn't any amount of money in the world that would make me want to go back to that place in time. As scary as it might be, entering into a marriage and a family, its a venture I am very happy to take.
Reading through it today, I got a good belly full of laughs as I remembered why I had written some of what I did, and thought back to have fun and carefree life was back then. In October, our class is celebrating our ten year reunion and it amazes me how not only time flies, but life can change in the short amount of time.
Ten years ago, I was such a different person. In a way I wish that Phil could have known me back then. I was so outgoing, so full of life, and fun. I didn't have a care in the world, I would do and say the craziest stuff just for a laugh. I had no responsibilities, life was just a game. My health was a hell of a lot better then it is now. Ten years later, I find I am more of a homebody then the girl who was out every weekend. Responsibility lays heavily on my shoulders, bills and other financial worries are always on my mind, and with my upcoming nuptials, there is going to be a lot more on my plate. Instead of just flying by the seat of my pants, I am the first one to stop and think about how any decision I make is going to affect me or my relationship. I never in a million years thought at 18 that at 28 I was going to be getting married and starting a family of my own.
There are still times when I feel like I am that 18 year old girl, unsure of where she is going in this world and how she is going to get there, full of hopes and dreams. Not a care in the world. Thinking of being a married women can seem sometimes scary for me, as I am not used to running a home of my own, and I feel like I might fail, or not know what to do. But looking at Phil, and the future we have planned, there isn't any amount of money in the world that would make me want to go back to that place in time. As scary as it might be, entering into a marriage and a family, its a venture I am very happy to take.
Monday, July 9, 2007
Happy Two Months!
Today is the two-month anniversary of the first day Phil and I met. And oddly, it feels more like two years instead of two months. Maybe its because I feel like I have known him forever. I just feel like its been longer.
I was reflecting today about what a different place I was in two months ago. I was so bitter towards men and relationships after dealing with one jerk after another. I resigned myself to being alone for the rest of my life and was thisclose to giving up on the dating thing altogether. Then I met Phil, and he changed my whole world around. It was like in that instant, I just knew I was meant to spend the rest of my life with him. Its a hard feeling to describe, but I am sure there are some of you out there who know exactly what I am talking about, the undeniable chemistry and connection that hits you as soon as you meet the right one.
In the course of these two months, we've fallen in love, gotten engaged, moved in together, and next month we're getting married. And I fall in love with him more and more as each day passes. When I look at him, I see my future, a partner, a family. I have never felt this way about anyone before, and I feel so lucky to have him in my life. Even though we have moved things fast, when you know, you just know. And so far, things are not only still going good, they are better then I could have ever dreamed of.
I was reflecting today about what a different place I was in two months ago. I was so bitter towards men and relationships after dealing with one jerk after another. I resigned myself to being alone for the rest of my life and was thisclose to giving up on the dating thing altogether. Then I met Phil, and he changed my whole world around. It was like in that instant, I just knew I was meant to spend the rest of my life with him. Its a hard feeling to describe, but I am sure there are some of you out there who know exactly what I am talking about, the undeniable chemistry and connection that hits you as soon as you meet the right one.
In the course of these two months, we've fallen in love, gotten engaged, moved in together, and next month we're getting married. And I fall in love with him more and more as each day passes. When I look at him, I see my future, a partner, a family. I have never felt this way about anyone before, and I feel so lucky to have him in my life. Even though we have moved things fast, when you know, you just know. And so far, things are not only still going good, they are better then I could have ever dreamed of.
Thursday, July 5, 2007
Trust the Kimbo Fishermen
I hope you and yours had a happy and safe 4th of July. I don't know about some of you, but here in Arizona, the temps have been outrageous. The high yesterday was 116 degrees, and so far today at 3pm the temp is 113 and climbing, with a high forecasted for 120. This has been the hottest summer we've had in a long time. Luckily the monsoon's are shortly on their way, which will bring some wonderful storms which I love, and some rain which we desperately need.
Even though I knew it was going to be a hot day yesterday, I decided to surprise my fiance and ask if he wanted to go fishing, as he had the day off. Now, as I mentioned in an early blog, Phil has a huge love of fishing, and well, Kimbo isn't really the outdoorsy kind of girl. But I bought myself a fishing pole and all the accessories I need for said pole, and figured since this is one of his favorite hobbies, I would give it a try. After all, I can't expect him to go to a play or the symphony with me, if I won't sit down and try a little fishing.
We headed out first to Walmart to get some drinks and look around, then headed over to Power Ranch, which is a huge master planned community near where we live that has a catch and release lake. There was no one out there by their lake, so we had the place to ourselves except for the people swimming at the pool. We got everything set up and he showed me a few things, and away we fished. He taught me how to cast out my line, which I started getting kinda good at, and at one point I had a tiny fish on my line, but I moved my line in too soon, and he got away. Phil did hook me a fish, and I brought it in, which means I actually caught my first fish! It was a carp, nothing too huge, but it was a fish, and it was actually pretty fun. I have to admit that I thought fishing was going to be boring, but I found it to be fun and actually pretty relaxing. I was glad I was able to do something that he loves to do, and I think he enjoyed being able to teach me and having me genuinely interested in something of his. I would definitely do it again.
Later that night we went out to the clubhouse, as we live on a gold course, and we were able to see the fireworks display that goes off about three miles from us. It was really pretty, and it has been awhile since I have watched a fireworks display in person. Normally I just stay inside and watch it on TV because its always so hot and I have no one to watch them with. Its nice being able to have someone in my life to do things with, who I know, no matter what, is always going to be there through the good times and bad.
Well, I am off to brave the heat and check the mail...so I will leave you with some pics of me fishing...
Monday, July 2, 2007
Haul Ass!!
I've decided that I need a golf cart. On Saturday, Phil decided he wanted to play golf and asked me to come along with him. We live on a golf course, our backyard overlooks the 6th hole. Only problem is that it was afternoon on a hot, Arizona summer Saturday, and Kimbo doesn't like being out in the hot. Phil, of course, doesn't mind the heat at all, more then likely because he works out in it everyday. Now, of course, I can't golf, so I told Phil if I was going to spend a few hours in over 105+ degree weather, I was driving the golf cart. Being in true Kimbo fashion though, I couldn't just drive the cart nicely..no no no. I hauled ass! It was so much fun! There was no one out on the course, so we pretty much had the whole course to ourselves except for a few times when there would be a golfer ahead of us. And Phil had fun playing a round, and it was nice spending time with him.
Sunday was a pretty relaxing day around here. Phil's brother Mike stopped by to see Phil's new Jeep that he got last week, so I met him for the first time. That's the first member of his family I have met so far. I have to admit I was a little nervous to meet his brother, they are very close and I would hate for his brother not to like me. But all I can be is myself, and just hope that his family will like me, at least even a little bit.
Sitting here looking at the calendar, I realize that next month we'll be in Vegas and I will be a married Kimbo. It's a little strange to think of me being married. I suppose its because I pretty much figured I was never going to get married, and resigned myself to being alone for the rest of my days. Funny how life can twist and turn and take you to unexpected places. But I am going to like married life, I think. So far living with Phil has been pretty damn easy, we get along well, we're not stepping on each other's toes, no fighting. He lets me do my own thing, just as I let him do his, I don't feel like I need to be attached to his hip or anything. I know that if I want to go out without him, he'd be fine with it, and vice versa. I think that's important in a relationship, to be able to spend some time away from each other, so that when your together again, you have things to talk about, and you have a chance to miss the other person. I know that when he is at work during the week, I miss him like crazy until he comes home. But my favorite part of the day is after dinner, when the dishes are done and the house is closed up for the night, and he and I just snuggle up in bed, watching TV and talking and laughing until its time to go to bed. That's what I am looking forward to having for the rest of my life.
Sunday was a pretty relaxing day around here. Phil's brother Mike stopped by to see Phil's new Jeep that he got last week, so I met him for the first time. That's the first member of his family I have met so far. I have to admit I was a little nervous to meet his brother, they are very close and I would hate for his brother not to like me. But all I can be is myself, and just hope that his family will like me, at least even a little bit.
Sitting here looking at the calendar, I realize that next month we'll be in Vegas and I will be a married Kimbo. It's a little strange to think of me being married. I suppose its because I pretty much figured I was never going to get married, and resigned myself to being alone for the rest of my days. Funny how life can twist and turn and take you to unexpected places. But I am going to like married life, I think. So far living with Phil has been pretty damn easy, we get along well, we're not stepping on each other's toes, no fighting. He lets me do my own thing, just as I let him do his, I don't feel like I need to be attached to his hip or anything. I know that if I want to go out without him, he'd be fine with it, and vice versa. I think that's important in a relationship, to be able to spend some time away from each other, so that when your together again, you have things to talk about, and you have a chance to miss the other person. I know that when he is at work during the week, I miss him like crazy until he comes home. But my favorite part of the day is after dinner, when the dishes are done and the house is closed up for the night, and he and I just snuggle up in bed, watching TV and talking and laughing until its time to go to bed. That's what I am looking forward to having for the rest of my life.
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