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(Not So) Daily Dose of Dawn
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| YES!!!!! |
[Nov. 4th, 2008|11:04 pm] |
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I am so proud to be an American right now! |
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| No more Dose! |
[Dec. 4th, 2005|10:48 am] |
Four years ago I started this journal and wrote in it several times a day. Through the tough times in Sweden, all of the lonely times, as well as the many happy and good times, it was a wonderful way to document my daily life and keep others informed. And I made some TERRIFIC friends along the way, I love you all!
But, as I sit here and realize that yet again a week has gone by since I last updated what used to be known as "Daily Dose of Dawn" I think that this creative outlet has outlived both its usefulness and anyone's interest in it. I will keep the LiveJournal account for commenting purposes, and I will definitely continue to read about those who I have grown close to over my years here, but I can no longer promise any updates. The journal has become a chore. Perhaps it is a reflection of how busy my life has become since the move, but I really can't find the time or energy to keep up with it!
But, I will take this opportunity to wish both my wonderful husband T and ![[info]](http://l-stat.livejournal.com/img/userinfo.gif?v=92.2) thesidhe a Happy Happy Birthday!
I will also be scaling down my web presence significantly, mostly using the domain for email and not much more. I need to get more of a life independent of the internet, and scaling back here will allow me to do that.
I hope you all understand and respect my decision here! I felt like an explanation was in order, but please do not write about how you are reading and you can't bear to see me go, because, let's face it, the last several months have been BORING here in my journal!! |
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| Website, email problems |
[Nov. 25th, 2005|08:27 am] |
Hello.
Looks like our webhosting/domain expired. So, this is my only online presence at the moment. Hopefully I will be able to get it fixed ASAP. |
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| Happy Turkey Day! |
[Nov. 24th, 2005|11:46 am] |
The turkey is a in the oven, I just got a short run in, I got a good haircut and a new outfit yesterday, T brought me flowers yesterday (belated for my bday and also for a bad day!) and mom and dad are here! It is truly a Happy Thanksgiving!
I am THANKFUL for all of the opportunities I have had in life. My family (especially my three little nieces), my wonderful husband, my health, my friends. I try very hard not to take anything for granted, and I think that we should all do that, not only today, but everyday. We are all so lucky to have the lives we do!
Big Thanksgiving hugs all around! |
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| 31 is a good number, right? |
[Nov. 21st, 2005|09:36 pm] |
We had a GREAT weekend in Philadelphia. My parents are here now and I am gearing up for my very short work week, but I wanted to pop in and say THANKS for all of the birthday wishes from my online friends! I am not around much on here anymore, so the fact that so many of you cared to wish me a happy birthday really touches me! Thanks for all of the e-cards, etc. You guys rock!
So, 31 seems fine to me so far. Last year I was kind of in a funk about turning 30 and not having accomplished much. Now I see how silly that was. Let's hope this is the best year yet! Aiming for 2, maybe 3 marathons in my 31st year, and who knows what else! |
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| Weekend getaway |
[Nov. 19th, 2005|08:39 am] |
I'll be relaxing HERE all weekend. We were going for the marathon, but colds, etc. have put T's training on hold, so we'll be tourists instead. Ahhhhhhh. Always fun to go to a new city - neither of us has been to Philly before!
On Monday (my bday and a vacation day) we will head home, meeting my parents in Newark after their flight from Florida!They'll be here for about a week, I can't wait! |
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[Nov. 12th, 2005|12:44 pm] |
Do I EVER write in here anymore??
Anyway, the latest crop of Swedes flew out on Thursday night, I am fully recovered from the marathon save a bone in my right foot that I swear has repositioned itself. Today we spent the AM cleaning and a friend of T's from work and his girlfriend are coming over after they look at a condo in another part of JC. We are going to go out for brunch and show them around the neighborhood. May even drop in on some open houses at condos around here.
All is well, just gearing up for the holidays and the Disney World marathon in January. Mom and Dad are coming for Turkey day and will be here about a week. We are staying around here for the holidays, our pal Rob may come in between Xmas and New Years, that would be cool! I am looking forward to my first winter season in NYC, I may just do all of the touristy stuff this time, just because I can. Rockettes? Nutcracker? Thanksgiving Day Parade? Lighting of the tree at Rockefeller Center? Ice Skating (Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park, Central Park). There sure is a lot to choose from! |
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| Marathon! |
[Nov. 7th, 2005|08:24 am] |
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I finished the NYC Marathon yesterday, it was quite an experience. The course was much tougher for me than my first marathon in Stockholm, and my finish time reflects that. But, the crowds were AWESOME as were my fellow runners. Such a wonderful experience. T and his family were at mile 8, but I didn't see them there. I saw them between mile 17 and 18 and gave T a big hug. Then they were there at the second to last curve (mile 25 and a half or so) and I gave them a big wave. I am working from home today, my legs, hips and feet are shot. My shoulders ache, and I have trouble eating. But, yes, I still plan on running Disney in January, and that means a 3-miler already tomorrow! |
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| Playing tourist and gearing up for M-day |
[Nov. 2nd, 2005|07:14 pm] |
So, I've been very busy with the guests, and the marathon is THIS SUNDAY!!!
Here are some pics from the "Top of the Rock" at Rockefeller Center, we were there yesterday on the first day the new observation deck was open! Neat!
View of home from the rooftop (Looking South)
Playing tourist (Looking North)
I must say, seeing how far I am going to be running this weekend from a bird's eye perspective was a bit daunting!
Tomorrow, back to work! |
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