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LOTS OF FUN!!!

2006-01-04T18:49:00.000-08:00

I thought it was time that I finally updated. I hope everyone had a merry Christmas and a happy new year. Mine was unbelievable. I really don't want to post all the gifts I got for Christmas for a couple different reasons. 1. It is way to long (my parents and steve all go way overboard). 2. Some people are less fortunate than others and I don't want people to think that I am "sticking it their face," bragging, or become jealous or upset. I am not trying to say anything bad about you if you posted what you got in your blog. (I am just giving my personal opinion.)

What I really want to talk about is what I did over winter break (being a teacher, I get a week and a half off for winter break) Let me tell you, it was LOTS OF FUN!!!

Wednesday the 21st was a half day!!!! Becky and I had our wrapping party which extended into Thursday. That was a ton of fun. We wrapped presents all night and ate and just had an all around good time. On Friday, the 23rd, Steve got off work at noon. We had lunch together, went shopping and then went to Scott's for the evening. That was a blast. I had such a good time!

Then it was Christmas Eve. Steve and I cleaned and then went to his parents for dinner and gifts. When we got home, we did our tradition of opening one gift and then watching a Christmas movie. On Sunday, we spent about an hour opening our gifts to each other and then ate our traditional breakfast casserole for breakfast. Later on, we went to my parents for more presents and dinner. we spent about 4 hours opening gifts there (of course there are 8 people buying for 8 people). During our time there, Michelle's entire family came over as they did last year (Michelle, Ben, her mom and dad, and her sister and brother-in-law). I have to really say that I love the traditions we have started for Christmas. It was are really good time filled with lots of laughter and love.

For the rest of the week, I spent a lot of time with my family (if you couldn't tell by now, family is very important to me). On Monday, my family came over to our apartment to see our gifts and we played Apples to Apples. Steve and I then bought a new DVD player and rented some movies (yes, even though we got a ton of movies for Christmas we still rented). Tuesday night and Wensday night, I spent the night at my parents and we had game time. LOTS OF FUN!
On Friday, my brother and I went shopping and then both my brothers and my mom spent the night at the apartment. (Again, LOTS OF FUN!!!) Saturday was more time at my parents for the annual dip fest followed by an interesting evening at Scott's (L.O.F.!) Sunday, my family along with Ben and Michelle went to Cicero's in Loop for Matt's band's concert. Monday we RELAXED!!!!!!

There you have it. My holiday week. I also want to mention the trip to Branson with Michelle and Ben! I have never had so much fun with the four of us. It was the best. I can't wait to do it again next year. It was one of the best trips I have ever been on!! It was L.O.F.!!!

Something New

2005-10-29T13:57:00.000-07:00

Girls night was a blast!!!!! It was so much fun. We freaked ourselves out a few times, but it was great. Becky, Michelle and I went to Michelle's parents house in Greenville, Illinois. Her parents were out of town. Now, Michelle and I have stayed there a countless number of times. But her parents were always there. Even as adults there is a security in knowing that parents are in the house. Well, the house is literally in the middle of nowhere. It is an awesome house in the country. There is nothing close by. It really is like a house in the woods in horror movies. So of course we make all kinds of comments jokingly, but end up scaring ourselves in the end. It is great!!!! (just wanted to share that.)

I have decided to finally go back to school for my master's degree. I have pretty much decided on Lindenwood University. They offer the degree in which I want to pursue, which is a master's degree in professional and school counseling. Counseling is something I have always wanted to do and many people that I have worked with and currently work with, said that I would really be good at that. So that is what I am going to do. I hope to start classes in January, but we will see how things work out.

I hope everyone has a great weekend!

Nothing New

2005-10-23T19:55:00.000-07:00

Ok. So I suppose it is time to update. Not really much to tell. Steve usually tells all the good news and new things before I get a chance to say anything.

Things are going well obviously (from reading Steve's blog). Work is great! Got a "girls night" planned with Becky and Michelle on Friday. I can't wait. We are going to go to Greenville and stay at Michelle's parents house. It should be fun. Monday (Halloween), Becky is having a party, or get-together, of some sort. That should be interesting. That's really all I have right now. Hope everyone is doing well and hopefully we can all hang out sometime soon!

A New Chapter

2005-08-21T14:01:00.000-07:00

Well I am back at work and I couldn't be more happy. I figured out that the depression and insomnia I was experiencing was situational. I just needed something to do with my time. Don't get me wrong, I had plenty to do. Getting myself to get to it was a bit challenging.

Our numbers at work are pretty low right now (I have one student in my PM class). It won't stay like that for long but I am going to enjoy it while it lasts!!!

I have new material to work with now for the Latin dance class I teach. It is awesome!!!!! A lot of hip shaking and ass moving and chest shaking, and rib rolling. It is such a good workout. If only I could get to the gym more often to get a full work out in. I will get back in the swing of it. Now that I am back at work, I think I will be a little more motivated!!

Happy Birthday to Steve and Andrea. Next week my mom will be 50 and Becky will be 24. I will wish them a happy birthday later on!

Jeremy and Ben have just a couple of softball games left in the season. They were O.K. this year but hopefully next year they will be much better!

That's all for now!

30 Years!!!!!!!

2005-08-09T20:01:00.000-07:00

Wow! Another post already! I must be sick!!!!

Anyway, I want to give a shout out to my wonderful parents on 30 years of marriage. They were married on August 9, 1975. Congratulations and Happy Anniversary!

Ok, So I officially start back to work on Thursday (the kids start back on the 16th). But I have actually been back for a week. I went in (by choice) last Monday. I realized that I just couldn't stay at home any longer. I know most people wish they could take 3 months off and just do nothing, but without a house or kids, and when pretty much everyone else is working, it gets lonely. I was very depressed this summer and couldn't wait to get back. So I apologize for all the depressing posts. (It will be a whole other story when there are children in the picture!)

That's about it for now. Have a wonderful day, night, week, whatever!

2005-08-06T21:09:00.000-07:00

Hello!!!!!

Good-bye!!!!!

Two Years!!

2005-07-12T06:51:00.000-07:00

Steve and I have been married for 2 years today. What an adventure. But we have made it and are still going strong. So tonight we will go to dinner, maybe a movie, and then...................... :) Happy Anniversary Steve!!!!!!!!!!

So, I read that Nix can't sleep and I know Scott doesnt sleep much, I just wanted to let the two of you know that I have somehow (against my will) have joined the club of not being able to sleep. It is a battle every night to actually fall asleep. Once I do fall asleep, I wake up a couple of hours later to feel wide awake and start the battle all over. Then I wake up extremely early, again wide awake.

Saturday night, at Michelle's parents house, we went to bed at 12:30. I finally fell asleep sometime after 1:30 only to wake up at 3:30 and not go back to sleep till 6:30. I was cleaning at 5 in the morning, watched the sun come up. Now I know this is probably not as bad as what Scott and Nix go through, but for me it is bad. So guys, let me know how you cope.

Current Events!!!!

2005-07-06T20:07:00.000-07:00

It's been awhile. Things have been great for the most part. This past weekend was a blast.

Friday night, Steve and just chilled at home. Then Saturday we were off to the flea market followed by hanging with Scott and Nix, followed by dinner, followed by karaoke. Lots of fun!!!!! Saturday was busy but a really good time!!!!!

Sunday, we rearranged the bedrooom and went to the movies to see "Monster-In-Law." I really liked it. Steve thought it was O.K. Monday we went to my parents for a Bar-B-Que and then to Scott's which was a great time also.

This coming up weekend is also going to be fantastic. Michelle, Becky, and I are having a "Girl's Night" on Friday. On Saturday, the Manzellas are coming over for dinner (I am making lasagna, salad, garlic bread, adn some kind of dessert) and games. On Sunday, I am working (I teach "Latin Blast," which is Latin dancing) and then relaxing.

So, not that anyone really cares about what we did or what we are going to do, I am still posting it because I care!!!

Today, I woke up with a monsterous headache and I still somewhat have it now. It better go away by tomorrow so I can go work out. Becky thinks I am depressed since all I feel like doing this summer is sleeping and sit around doing nothing. And I am still not sleeping well. I don't know. Some days seem better than others, but some days I do feel a little down. It's probably because I was used to working my ass off at work all day, then going to work out or hang out, and now everything is at a standstill. Although last summer I was ALWAYS busy! Who knows.

Well, I had more to say than I thought. I guess I will shut up now because you are all probably thinking, "Heather, SHUT UP! WHO CARES!!!!!!" Have a good one!

(I really get carried away with the exclamation marks!!!!!!!)

Insomnia

2005-06-30T01:48:00.000-07:00

It's 3:45 in the AM and I can't sleep!!!!!

Of course, I have been having a hell of a time staying asleep once I do finally fall asleep. I haven't had a good night's sleep in a very long time. Now I am sitting here at my computer with a headache, wondering how long it will take me this time to fall asleep.

(I guess I would fall asleep a lot faster if I was actuall in my bed.)

Indianapolis, Indiana

2005-06-27T09:15:00.000-07:00

So, I go out of town and my husband throws a party. I hope everyone had a good time and I hope you still want to come over this next Saturday (July 2) so I can party with you.

I had a blast this past weekend in Indiana with Michelle, Becky, my mom, and Michelle's sister, Tanya. We did a lot of cool things and got a lot of exercise.

We left around 3:30 on Friday and got to Tanya's around 8:30 (we stopped for dinner). When we got there, we showed my mom and Becky the house. Then they wanted me to show them the routines we do in the class I teach at New Lady Fitness. So we danced and sweated and had fun with that. Then, Tanya and I and Becky did another workout video. Fun!!!!

On Saturday, we went to the Indianapolis Zoo. It was extremely hot but it was awesome. (I have pics if anyone wants to see.) After the zoo we went to their Botanical Gardens. Very pretty. We then walked around the canal. We had dinner at Bahama Breeze. That was pretty cool. Then we just played Dance Dance Revolution and Donkey Conga at the house.

Sunday, we played some more and had lunch at Tijuana Flats. Great Mexican restaurant! We got back around 6:30. It was a wonderful weekend away! Can't wait to go again in September or October with Steve and Ben.

I hope everyone else had a good weekend. See you all soon!

Had A Blast

2005-06-12T13:35:00.000-07:00

Thank you to everyone who came to the party last night. It was a lot of fun. I'm sorry to those who couldn't make it. We took lots of pictures though that we will post, so you can experience the party through the pics. Thank you to everyone who contributed goodies. I really appreciate it. I think everything went over pretty well. I hope everyone had a good time. The next big one like this will be next May since that is when school ends next year. Probably May 27, 2006. Mark your calendars!!!!! I also wanted to thank whomever left a delicious recipe for a mixed drink in the junk drawer of the kitchen.

I want to let everyone know that Amber makes the BEST Pina Coladas I have EVER tasted. Thank you Amber for making them last night and for making sure I was never empty of one!

Steve was really sick last night and passed out and was sick all day today. He declared he was never going to drink like that again. I was feeling alright other than my stomach hurting when I was sleeping. But i woke up just fine and almost went to my workout class today at noon. Becky was evidently sick also. That's what happens when you overdrink!!!

Well I need to go finish cleaning the kitchen. It's almost done but I took a break for a couple of hours.

SCHOOL'S OUT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2005-06-09T07:49:00.000-07:00

Let the parties begin!!!!!!! 9 weeks of pure bliss and relaxation!!!!!!

A New Post!!

2005-06-04T08:28:00.000-07:00

3 Days!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Other than that I really don't have much to say.

So there are three days of work left till I am out for the summer. 9 weeks of rest and relaxation and doing absolutely nothing. I can't wait. There are already a few trips I know I will be taking. At the end of June, I will be going to Indiana with Michelle, Becky and my mom. That will be fun. Then at the end of July, Steve and I will be going with my family to Montauk state park. Steve and I and my mom and sister will be staying in a cabin, while my brothers and dad will be camping in our camper. Fun Fun Fun!!!!! Hopefully Steve and I will be able to get away just the two of us for a weekend getaway. We shall see.

So my party is in a week. I am looking forward to it. Steve and I have already started cleaning. We are going shopping today for food and drinks. Becky will be making a dip to bring as will Michelle. It will start at 7 and go till whenever. It should be a good time. I took next Sunday off from New Lady Fitness so that I could get crazy and not have to worry about getting up early and going to teach.

Hey, I have an idea.......Not really. Just wanted to say that!

I guess I had more to say than I thought! I think I am done now.

A Time To Be Happy

2005-05-18T20:51:00.000-07:00

Ok. I don't usually brag on myself or write things that may make me seem egotistical or full of myself. However, this has been a really good year for me so far, and I would really like to share that.

First, Steve and I are doing really well. That is the most important thing. We have been married for almost 2 years and things have never been better. This school year has been interesting. I went from hating my job (last year) to loving it. I was even made Teacher of the Year. I didn't really say much about it when I was awarded it, but it is now starting to sink in what an honor that is.

On to the next big thing: I have been working out at New Lady Fitness for a year now (results are sloooooooooooooooooow). In January they started a class called "Latin Blast." It is a workout class that is done by doing Latin dances. Soon after I became a regular at the class, I was asked if I would be interested in teaching it. I never in a million years thought they would want a FAT girl teaching the class. I was WRONG. After being given the video tape and audio CD's to learn from, the instructor asked me to co-teach with her tonight (I taught 3 songs my own) and then to start teaching on Sundays!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! How exciting.

Needless to say, I have been very happy lately. Things don't usually go well for me and things are starting to look up. Like I said, I am not one to brag on myself or to turn things into me, me, me, me, me. I just wanted to write about how I am feeling. After all, this is my blog and I can write ANYTHING I want!!!! :)

Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Party Info

2005-05-11T19:35:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to let everyone know that my party will still be on June 11. I didn't realize that I had planned it on Erich's birthday. I did not do that intentionally. It just so happens to be the first Saturday after the last day of school. I apologize if that interferes with anyone's plans.

I am still working out the little details but it will probably be going out for dinner and then party here. I was going to cook dinner and people could eat here but it might be nice to get out. Of course the party will be going late so even if you do have other plans that night, please feel free to stop by.

I am planning on having a lot of party food here so anyone who comes will not be hungry by any stretch. I will post more details when I know them.

The Way Things Were

2005-05-08T18:40:00.000-07:00

Happy Mother's Day to all those who are mother's.

Ok. So this weekend was a blast. The only thing is that I really miss the way things used to be, when EVERYONE could hang out with EVERYONE else without any dispute, conflict or tension. I had a good time Saturday night hanging out with those who came to O'Leary's, but I miss hanging out with everyone else. Things are going to be really hard and awkward coming up if people can't just put things behind them and move on. I am willing to forgive and try, if others are. I am ready to put things behind me and move on.

It is ridiculous that we can't just all be adults and get along. Of course there are going to be people who sometimes bother us. But that is life. We were all friends at one point and things got really out of control. Please let me know if anyone else feels the way I do.

Not Much to Say

2005-05-05T20:00:00.000-07:00

I really don't have much to say. Not alot is going on. 23 days of school left. That's exciting. Going to Greenville next Friday with Michelle which I cannot wait for. I do have to say that Michelle is about the best friend anyone could have. I have to really thank her for constantly being there for me. When Steve's car was in the shop and he had mine, she came and picked me up almost everyday. That is a true friend.

@Michelle--- I hope you know how much you mean to me. I love having someone who knows me so well and the fact that we can have a conversation about something or someone without even mustering a word! I am so happy that we have stayed friends forever and a day!!!!!

Anyway, Sunday is Mother's Day. I still have to get my mom something. I just have no clue what to get. I know I will find the perfect gift as soon as I see it. Hope you all have your mom's their gifts!!!!!

That's all for now.

See You Soon!

Betrayal

2005-04-23T07:49:00.000-07:00

What year is it? It must be 1993 and I am a freshman in high school. Of course not even in high school did such an immature charade occur to myself.

Don't know what i am talking about? Well, a couple of "friends" invited me to a girls night. I got pretty excited about it. You know, finally they were looking past the fact that Steve is my husband, whom they dont like, and invited me to hang out with them. (I already had my outfit picked out!) Turns out, they were scheming behind my back to embarrass the shit out of me and humiliate myself, by inviting all of the guys to meet up with us except for steve. And it was announced to EVERYONE. "We won't let Heather or Steve know." When a "friend" was called on it, she LIED to Steve and myself. How can I ever call these people "friends" again. I don't think I can.

How could people betray someone like that? I have never done anything to anyone. They may have an issue with Steve, and I sometimes don't blame them. But I always try to be nice and usually take others sides when I KNOW Steve is in the wrong or has gone too far.

I have learned a great deal from this. Some people just can't grow up. This little group of people will be stuck in "High School Mode" for the rest of their lives. It is so unfortunate that this had to happen. I was thinking just a couple of weeks ago how much fun I had hanging out at Amber's and playing games. It used to bother me that I didn't get invited to hang out with that group or had to miss out. Now I am happy with it. I am fine with the friends I do have. I don't need 25 friends to make me happy. The few friends I do have are the true meaning of the word "Friend."

Like I said in the above paragraph, it is unfortunate that this had to happen but at least now I really know what these people think of me, how they feel, and that they are not "friends."

Good-bye!

FRIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2005-04-08T10:30:00.000-07:00

42 DAYS!! (of school left)

I love my job. I am happy though that it is Friday. There is so much going on at work it is unbelievable. For example, we found out the other day that a sexual encounter happened between a sixth and eigth grader on the bus. Not only that but one of my coworkers is driving me crazy!!!!!

Today I was going to go work out at New Lady Fitness but instead, Michelle and I are going to workout to a Salsa Cardio DVD I bought. I can't wait. After that, Steve and I are going to have dinner and then go see Hide and Seek. It should be fun!

Not much else to tell. I had a blast last Sat night at Amber's. It was nice to finally do something different. Not sure what is going on tomorrow night or Sunday. I know that our apartment needs to desperately be cleaned.

See You Soon

Random Shit

2005-04-02T15:10:00.000-08:00

Well, I haven't posted in awhile and I don't know that I have much more to post. I have found an interesting link on Steve's blog by some person named Lisa Collins. I noticed that Lissan posts on there alot. It was interesting reading. Steve's name (or Quill) was mentioned in almost every blog. I think someone may be obsessed with my husband. Either that or Steve is leading a double life and meddling in the affairs of Jay and Lissan.

There are 47 days of school left, but whose counting. LOL. I am actually really liking my job right now. I have a new classroom that actually has windows (all of the other classes but one do not have any windows). It really helps to brighten the days.

Over spring break, I met and got an autograph and a picture taken with Ozzie Smith and was asked to teach a dance class at New Lady Fitness. Now they haven't called me back yet, but they did have me fill out an application and have talked to the lady about calling me. She has just been really sick. It is pretty exciting (for me anyway)!

Who is not loving this weather? It is awesome! Can't wait to go walking and enjoy the fresh air.

See You Soon

Finally!!!!

2005-03-22T09:05:00.000-08:00

Ok So, I am finally on spring break and I finally got a new cell phone. I tell you, I am moving up in the world!!!!!

Sunday, I went to Queeny Park with my family. Jeremy couldn't go because he was sick, but beside missing him, we had a good time. Yesterday, I went to lunch with Mom, Becky, Matt and Jeremy. Then we came back to my place and then went to my parents housed and karaoked. Today, Mom, Becky, my grandma, and I are going to breakfast and then to a movie. Tonight Becky and I are going to Ozzzie's for dinner and American Idol.

I just thought I would share all of that with you. I really don't have much else to say at this time. Hope everyone has a great week.

See you soon

A Lot of Nothing

2005-03-10T21:15:00.000-08:00

Ok. So it's been awhile. I had a blast in Indiana. Michelle and I had so much fun. I am so glad to have Michelle as a friend and to be a part of her family as she is of mine.

Work has been going alright. It is report card time and that is always stressful, especially at my school since we are not a regular ed school. SIX DAYS TILL SPRING BREAK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Things have been pretty boring at home. It seems like every other night I am sitting here alone and going to bed alone. It's cool cause I know Steve likes to be with his friends as much as I like to be with mine, but I always come home at a time where I can still see him at least for a little while and we can go to bed together. He usually stays out way past my bedtime. :)

This weekend should be pretty nice. I am really only looking forward to sleeping in (that and my dance class on Sunday). I don't care what else I do, as long as I can sleep in.

Well now that I have bored anybody who might be reading this, I suppose I will go. There just isn't too much to talk about right now. That and I am extremely tired. I have to figure out a new way to end my blog. I didn't realize that Jess used the same one I used. I apologize Jess if you thought I was copying you. I really didn't notice that you used the same.

See You Soon

On A Lighter Note

2005-03-02T12:35:00.000-08:00

Hey all! I don't even know who actually reads this or who doesn't but I am in a much better mood now. While I am still tired and still bothered by some things, I am also looking forward to my trip this weekend.

Michelle's dad got another new van and we are going to take it to Indianapolis to visit her sister this weekend. We are leaving as soon as I get off work this coming Friday. It will take us about 3 and half hours to get there as we are leaving from Greenville, Illinois. It should be a blast.

Tonight, Michelle and I are doing some shopping for the trip and then we are going to go to our Latin Blast class at New Lady Fitnessed followed by a visit to my parents house. Michelle and I have such a good time when we go to my parents'. It is like old times seeing as we spent so much time there as teenagers and young adults.

Tomorrow night Becky and I have the OC. It is a repeat but just as good! The week is shaping up nicely.

-Till Next Time-

Growing Up

2005-03-01T21:47:00.000-08:00

Well, my baby brother has gotten his license. While he is excited, and I am happy for him, it is also really sad.

Matt is the baby of our family. Being ten years younger than myself, I have seen him turn into this smart, popular, fun young man. We always had the baby. We always had the sibling who wasn't quite of age yet. Who still needed babying. Now he is driving. It marks yet another stepping stone forward. It is a reminder that we are all growing up. Next year, Matt will be graduating high school and going to college. While it is understandably sad for my mother, (seeing her last child graduate), for some reason I am also taking it pretty hard.

I love my family very much and my siblings and I all get along very well. Sometimes I think having Matt still at home and in high school keeps us all together. But now he is almost 17 and growing up and becoming his own man. I still think of him as a little boy. (Hell when I met Michelle he was 5. When I met Steve he was 10. Now he will be 17 in a month.) I guess sometimes I get afraid that when Matt is out of high school, we will lose touch and not be as close as we are now because when we are together, you can always tell if one of us is missing. It just isnt the same. All 6 Gleiforst's have to be together or it isnt the same and I am afraid of losing the togetherness.

Anyway, I am done rambling. I am just trying to deal with the fact that my baby brother is growing up. (I probably shouldn't have kids if i am getting this way over my brother.) I should be out of my little funk soon. I am going out of town this weekend so maybe that will jolt me back to Happy Heather.

-Till Next Time-

Who Am I Really?

2005-02-28T16:45:00.000-08:00

This post may sound a bit depressing. I did write this particular passage when I was in a pretty depressing mood. So please bare with me. I don't have these moments often.

Isn't funny how people change. I always thought I knew exactly who I was. I always had a plan in life and always had a goal I was trying to reach. Well, what do you do when you have reached all your goals and your life is going according to plan?

I used to be so carefree. Maybe not as much as others, but I used to know how to have a good time. Of course I always wished (and still do) to be a bit more outgoing. I never had a bad attitude and I always got along with everyone, even if I didn't quite like someone. So how and why did it all change?

How can a person (myself) let themselves go and lose sight of who they really are? How can a person gain so much weight and just take for granted what they once looked like? How does a person forget how to have fun and begin taking life too seriously? ( who do you know besides me who can tell you what they will be doing on any given day in a month?) How does a person lose herself so much that she ends up being a bitch and snob to some?

If you are reading this and have the answers to any of these questions, please let me know. Also, if I have ever said or done anything to you to piss you off, please forgive me. I have not meant to. I never meant to be a bitch.

This post is not the result of anything anyone has said to me. It is me feeling lost and empty. I am just trying to find my way again and find myself. I am trying to find direction and where I am going in life. I have never felt as if I were wasting my life away and watching it pass before me without having a good time and enjoying myself and right now that is scaring the shit out of me.

-Till Next Time-

First post

2005-02-27T13:21:00.000-08:00

Ok. Well I finally joined all the others in blog world. I didn't join to go off about anybody or to gripe and complain about anyone or anything. I simply did it as a release for myself. A place to talk and maybe get some feedback or some sort of response to let me know that I am still sane.

Well this one will be very short but I will have a new post pretty soon.

-Till Next Time-