OK....They FINALLY Broke it out!!

I know I've talked about this last year. You'll find the post here. I had, in my increasing longing for warm weather and sunshine, made my own little oasis of a sandy beach, right in my office. This had included the use of small toys and figurines that are commonly used in Play Therapy with young children, particularly in the use of a Therapeutic Sandtray. For those who would like to learn more about Sandtray Therapy, you can access more info here: SandTray Therapy.

I had made my own 'beach' more out of longing for summer, as is typical for the end of February. Because several coworkers had commented on it when in my office, I had decided to share this scene, and had placed it in the connecting business office.

Unbeknownst to me, it had created a big 'To Do' with everyone. Looking back on it, I really think it helped pick up the spirits of several people, as it became the topic of conversation at the proverbial 'water cooler'.

People took turns changing the scenery around, and as I had wrote in my first post about this, my co-workers had a lot of fun with it.:

"It was brought out again this past January. However, some people were having quite a bit of 'fun' with it!!! I came in one time to find both beach chairs sitting ON TOP of the palm trees. As I'm walking by it and see it, I stopped quickly! Behind me, in unison, two co-workers blurt out.. "Typhoon"......and then they went about their business! Another time I walked by, I see the Cabana Boy and the woman together..... never mind!"

So, it seems that all this snow, and right on target with it again being the end of February, has people longing for warm sunshine on their face and sand between their toes.

I come into work, hear laughing and friendly banter going on in the Business office and find several coworkers gathered around...

....my Beach that I had made Last February!!

It's Back, but this time...I've got pics!

And every couple weeks, I'm sure I'll come in to someone changing the scenery.

The two people on the right have cocktails from the Cabana Boy holding the tray.

Over view of the box, which was only the size of a shoe box.

The Cabana Boy ready to carry cocktails to us. (And yes...That's a large bug in the sand! ;)

I am tickled that my creative little beach has now become a tradition to help chase away the winter blues.

~Someone had recently put up a poll in the RF, asking what makes you smile, no matter what.
This needs to be included with my list.

~It makes me smile!~
:)

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Of Deserted buildings and fire hazards

I had some catching up to do at work, so I went in for several hours on Saturday.
It amazes me how quickly I can get back logged. It's mostly paperwork. A necessary evil, but still evil all the same. I think I tend to be a little ADHD when it comes to paperwork. I'm fine once I get into it, but that's the problem...It takes me a while to get into it. I've had several new clients the past 3 weeks, and that easily translates to a small mountain's worth of trees that were sacrificed for the benefit of paper trails, releases, insurance authorizations, documentation, Regs, and clinical formulation. In addition to my own work, I also have to monitor the work of the Intern who I'm supervising. It's just one of those things 'they' did not prepare you for in school....the amount of paperwork.

So, I make a concerted effort to get my butt in gear, my nose to the grindstone and tough it out at work on a Saturday. I'm not used to going there when the whole building is deserted. There's a process to gaining access to the building and deactivating the alarm. I had re-read the instructions a few times so I wouldn't botch it up and end up with the police at my door. :)

No Problems. Whew.
I made a pot of coffee, turned up the Norah Jones CD that I usually have in my computer, and went to work.

Three cups and several hours later, I emerged, feeling much lighter than when I first walked in. Am I done? Nope. Still have 2 evaluations and a med consult to do. But I'm feelin' much better. Oops, I forgot to fax out this OTR form to Fidelis for authorizations; so I grabbed the necessary stuff and head for the copy room, which I had been in and out of all day.
I used my key-fob. It won't work. Why not? It had been working for me all day long.

Great.

How the hell am I supposed to fax this stuff out if I can't get in there. I briefly think about using my personal fax machine at home, but think better of it. I'm pretty good at keeping my Professional and Personal parts of my life separate, so even bringing home something to fax seems like a boundary that's crossed.

Why the hell am I being locked out of this area of the building?
I figured I'd ponder this a bit over another cup of coffee when I realize that the coffee machine is also in the same room as the copier/fax machine. I no longer have access to either now.

Great.

No Problem.
Next step. I call xxxxxx's cell phone. He's the one who's in charge of the building, and the 'go to' person for issues just like this.
He's not answering his phone.
And, don't I get a recording saying his mailbox is full and can not take any more messages??

Great.

OK, let me get this right. I'm here on a Saturday. No one is around. It is a pretty large building and I'm in a secluded area. I have been diligently doing my work. I realize I have been locked out of one side of the building. I can't fax what I need to fax. I can't reach the person I'm supposed to contact for building issues.

And I can't get another cup of coffee.

That means I can't turn off the coffee either.

That means that the coffee pot will be on a hot burner until Monday morning.

That means I can't leave the building until this is resolved.

Shit.

I really just wanted to go in, do my work, and then leave. Making as little fuss as possible.
I now realize that's not going to happen.

OK, so who should I call first?? My supervisor, who is the Director of the clinic, or the Executive Director of the Agency? I decide I do not want to bother my supervisor, I like her too much! :)

So I call the Executive Director (He's going to find out about it anyway!)
And as I'm talking to him, I remember he lives in Skaneateles. He's not coming in. So he ends up contacting the Administrative Assistant, who he reports will be there shortly.

She arrives much like the Saint Bernard does with the flask of Whiskey strapped to his neck.

There. Problem solved.

And I'm sure I'll hear about it on Monday. In an affectionate way, I'm sure.
But Hey! I got most of my work done!

Now if I can only find out what the hell went wrong with my 'permissions' that barred me access to this part of the building....

...and the coffee.

Who the hell barred me from the coffee?

~ZZ

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Inside the Room of Your Soul

What Your Soul Really Looks Like

You are very passionate and quite temperamental. While you can be moody, you always crave comfort. You are a grounded person, but you also leave room for imagination and dreams. Your feet may be on the ground, but your head is in the clouds. You believe that people see you as larger than life and important. While this is true, they also think you're a bit full of yourself. Your near future is calm, relaxing, and pretty much what you want. And it's something you've been anticipating for a while now. For you, love is all about caring and comfort. You couldn't fall in love with someone you didn't trust.

Quiz ~ Inside the Room of Your Soul

So, am I?

"Full of Myself"??

*Smiles Mona Lisa-like*

Why not try the quiz and post your answers here?

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Dinner and the Theatre

I am set to see Cirque Dreams on Thursday, and I'm going to be ticked if they cancel it!
I don't care if there's 20 feet of snow out there, I still would like to see this. When spending time (and money) in Las Vegas a few years back, I did have the wonderful opportunity to watch their Cirque de Soleil's Famous show "O" which was at The Bellagio. This whole show took place inside a huge swimming pool, whose floor raised or lowered depending on what effect they were trying to achieve. Below is a trailer of what I had seen a few years back.

Cirque Du Soleil's "O"

They had used a few of the human contortionists in the above show for the 'Got Milk' campaign. Ouch!!! is the only thing that comes to mind. ;)
I found the Behind the Scenes Making of that Milk Commercial! Just take a peek at the 'flexibility' of these three ladies! WOW!

I can't see why they would cancel it....The Troupe has been in town for this the past 3-4 days already. So I suppose... The Show Must Go On!
Besides, I'm going to my favorite Italian Restaurant, Antonios for dinner first. Yummm! I can't wait, my mouth is watering just thinking about what I might try this time!
Below is the trailer of what I am to watch tomorrow night.

It better not be canceled.

I won't be a Happy Camper!!!

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A Snow Day For Me!!!

So The clinic is closed today because of the snow storm. woo-hoo.
As I do not have anyone special and close to my heart to spend this day with, I had originally made plans on getting a full body massage and european facial done after work at the Day Spa I frequent. But because of this Nor'Easter we got, I canceled.
But that won't stop me from indulging in some decadent self-care. I got a couple movies and had just recently bought a new Nelson Demille Book from Barnes & Noble.
I plan on creating my own little Day Spa visit, complete with a nice LONG soak in a Vanilla-Scented Bubblebath. I usually put a lot in the tub....I LOVE LOTS OF BUBBLES...ESPECIALLY VANILLA-SCENTED BUBBLES! I have a love for candles (It drives my brother-in-law nuts!) those will be scattered all over the bathroom. I usually turn off the bathroom light and read by candlelight and my handy little book-light. (I think I'll be adding my 'reading glasses' from now on!!!) ;)

A nice pedicure, a nice manicure, a deep conditioning for my hair. I've got a sugar rub, loafah scrub, pure Shea Butter and all the other nice treats that go along with a "Take care of ME day". Now if only I can find someone to come over to give me a full body massage!!! ;)


Anyway, Through out the day, I may be adding little tidbits, here and there to my blog.
I've got the time, and feel like doing that.
The video below makes me laugh!
It's such a classic and always brings a smile to my face.
I hope it does to you all too! ;)

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Quote

"I believe in the soul,
the cock, the pussy,
the small of a woman's back,
the hanging curve ball,
high fiber,
good scotch,
that the novels of Susan Sontag
are self-indulgent, overrated crap.
I believe Lee Harvey Oswald acted alone.
I believe there ought to be
a constitutional amendment
outlawing Astroturf and the designated hitter.
I believe in the sweet spot,
soft-core pornography,
opening your presents Christmas morning
rather than Christmas Eve
and
I believe in long, slow, deep, soft,
wet kisses that last three days."

~Kevin Kostner in Bull Durham


~Ohhh Yeah!!

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Long After Rainbows Lose Their Glow..

There's a poem that I somehow remember word for word.
It must have had some kind of impact on me, if I heard it as a teenager,
and am still able to recall it so many years later.
I don't know who the author is, and googling it did not offer any clues.
I think it's beautiful.
And on a day made for lovers,
before the greeting card explosion made it seem cheap and plastic,
I thought today would be a nice day to make it part of my permanent journal....
regardless that I already know it by heart! :)



Long after rainbows lose their glow,
And stars fall from the blue,
It is then, and only then my dear,
That I will stop loving you.

When ocean waves no longer roll,
And birds have ceased to fly,
Only after all of this,
Will my love start to die.

If suddenly the brilliant sun,
Would terminate its light,
My love for you would then grow cold,
And free of all its might.

These things of course,
Would never be,
For everything would end
And so my love will travel on,
The road with out a bend.

Through out the years,
I'll try to fill
your life with joy and laughter,
And when this life on earth is through,
My love will live long after.

~ Happy Lover's Day ~

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Valentine's Day ~ 2007

How Do I Love Thee??

How do I love thee?
Let me count the ways.

I love thee to the depth and breadth and height
My soul can reach, when feeling out of sight
For the ends of Being and ideal Grace.

I love thee to the level of every day's
Most quiet need, by sun and candlelight.

I love thee freely, as men strive for Right;

I love thee purely, as they turn from Praise.

I love with a passion put to use
In my old griefs, and with my childhood's faith.

I love thee with a love I seemed to lose
With my lost saints, --

I love thee with the breath,
Smiles, tears, of all my life! --
and, if God choose,

I shall but love thee better after death.

~Elizabeth Barrett Browning (1806 - 1861)

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How does that Saying go...

About Las Vegas????

"What goes on in Vegas......

(She made me take it down!)
(wink wink)

;)

Stays in Vegas"!!!

This rule also applies to an evening with old high school friends!

At a bar owned by another high school classmate.

~SilentZZ

;)~~~

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Meaningfull

I had posted this in the RF earlier, in response to some else's posting.
As I was touched deeply by this and it holds much meaning to me, I wanted a more permenant place for it, among my other writings, which are near and dear to me.


I love you,
Not only for what you are,
But for what I am
When I am with you.

I love you,
Not only for what
You have made of yourself,
But for what
You are making of me.

I love you
For the part of me
That you bring out;

I love you
For putting your hand
Into my heaped-up heart
And passing over
All the foolish, weak things
That you can’t help
Dimly seeing there,
And for drawing out
Into the light
All the beautiful belongings
That no one else had looked
Quite far enough to find.

I love you because you
Are helping me to make
Of the lumber of my life
Not a tavern
But a temple;
Out of the works
Of my every day
Not a reproach
But a song.

I love you
Because you have done
More than any creed
Could have done
To make me good
And more than any fate
Could have done
To make me happy.

You have done it
Without a touch,
Without a word,
Without a sign.

You have done it
By being yourself.
Perhaps that is what
Being a friend means,
After all.”

~Roy Croft

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Tears

"There is a sacredness in tears.
They are not the mark of weakness, but of power.
They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are messengers of overwhelming grief...
and unspeakable love."

~ Washington Irving

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With a Blink of an Eye!

Greeneyezz.

Incognito.

"Without being known;
in disguise;
in an assumed character,
or under an assumed title."

I like my nickname.

I think it suits me fine.

I also like my matching Avatar:

It *winks* slowly, looks like it's real, and seems to have an effect on others.

What that effect really is....apparently varies, depending on who you talk to. ;)

I like it.

The only way to improve upon my chosen avatar would be to go for the real thing...

...my real eye, winking back at you!

And one of these days, I will too. I will make my own animated gif of my green eye.

Until then, I think I'll keep this one.

Greeneyezz.

*Winking Eye*

Incognito.

Or so I thought! ;)

I laughed when I went to Yada the beginning of January to find someone leaving me a comment under one of my posts about knowing me.

What??!!! How??? Who are you???

Enter Fosterdad!

We went to school with each other.

Eastwood Jr. High School & Henninger High School.

Soooo, how the Hell did he find me???

I'm one of eight people who are part of our High School Reunion Committee. I, along with two other committee members, were also part of the previous reunion committee.

Because I've kinda got into this whole blogging thing, using my knowledge in other areas was helpful.

I now have dreams in html, which says something about how far I've come

since first thinking that http actually meant Hook To The Phone!!! ;)

Anyway, I thought it would be neat to develop our own website, made specifically for our high school class. I put a lot of work into it, and was ecstatic when I found a Free Forum to add to it! (This is where I originally got the idea from, for the forum on this site...

"ZZ's Playroom".)

Fosterdad had already been contacted by one of the other members and was told about this site. He went on there, found the forum that I had developed just for our reunion, and saw a Blinking eye that *winked* back at him!!! From an email we shared, Fosterdad told me he had seen that eye before and had been scratching his head trying to figure out from where!!

Damn! My Cover is blown!!! (I'm laughing as I type this 'cause I would have loved to have been a fly on the wall when his synapses started to fire away!!!) ;)

Anyway, I am very glad to have connected with him, he's a wonderful person and quite funny too!

So please give a warm and wonderful welcome to Fosterdad! You can find him on Myspace....here!

You will also find him on my sidebar and in Yada.

It just goes to show...you never know who you'll run into...

With a Blink of an Eye!!! ;)

~Greeneyezz

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Superbowl commercials - 2007

Which one is YOUR Favorite???
Add your Vote to the Comment Section.

The Snicker's Kiss Commercial. MY Favorite!! :)



BlockBuster 'mouse'





Sierra Mist Beard Comb-Over

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Spike Heels!!!

“Remember, Ginger Rogers did everything that Fred Astaire did, backwards and on high heels”
~Faith Whittlesey

I have a fascination with shoes. All kinds of shoes. Particularly with high heels. Apparently, I'm not the only one with this fetish. They have dedicated a site for high heels, stilettos and other pumps at The High Heel Shoe Museum. I didn't realize this even existed until I stumbled upon it one evening.
I think I went into sensory overload when I first discovered DSW Shoes in Carousel Mall! I've since learned to temper my addiction! The fact that DSW had also moved into a smaller space (read: less shoes) had helped too.

So, How do you combine two of my favorite loves......Shoes and the Theatre???
Spike Heels! That's how!

And what do 10 Professional people who I spent the evening with, all have in common for this Thursday night??
Again... Spike Heels...... the show!
It was definitely an evening of Estrogen, as the audience was 99.7% Women!! ;)
What was neat was being a part of these 10 professional people, ranging from other Social Workers, a Lab Technician, R.N.s and even a rather spunky psychiatrist who is a very well respected person in our community. I kinda giggled as there was also one male among us, and I know he was thoroughly enjoying himself. I think he was chomping at the bit to tell his fellow workers what it was like to spend an evening with 9 hot women!! ;) I believe I was the 'baby' of the group, and that felt odd to me to know that.
Prior to the show, there was a special reception specifically for this show, and held at the Genesee Hotel. Appetizers of Spanakopita, assorted cheese, veggies, and dips, Huge Shrimp cocktail, Chicken Saute with a wonderful peanut sauce, miniature spring rolls and even Chocolate-covered Strawberries! Apparently there was supposed to be Beef Wellington, but that seemed to be MIA.
It's times like this where I wished I had owned a digital camera! It would be soooo much easier to post some of the pictures. We got a shot of all our spike heels together and then a head shot. The goal??? Match the sexy stilettos to the hot babe wearing them! We made sure that even the gentleman with us was still a part of both pics!

The show was wonderful!! Lots of dynamics, both positive and negative, between the sexes. I applaud them. The lead character, Gorgie, had spunk, and even though there were F-Bombs dropped every 3 minutes, (not for the faint hearted) it was put together quite nicely. The show dealt with sexual harassment, hidden agendas, love triangles, and issues of control. There were only four characters for the whole play, and Gorgie definitely had the 'floor'.
I want her shoes! ;)

It is being advertised as: "A witty, compelling and very tart comedy plunging headfirst into the complexities of contemporary adult romance. Even smart people are not so smart when it comes to love."





There's three more days left till this is over. If interested, check it out. A good show! Just make sure to find your highest spike heels!

~ZZ

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