Back to the suburbs...

Well, I ventured out of P-Town today. I had a few errands to run back in Hillsboro and Forest Grove. And I got to have some fun while I was at it! (How ya doin', DVRC crew?)
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First up was to take Buddy to his favorite groomers in Hillsboro... the Tanasbourne Petco. Yep, even my dog frequents chain stores. He loves those people, though. And I got started talking to one of the girls and she was telling me that her sister works for CFS as a social worker, and she thinks that they might be hiring. So, another lead on the job front. Yaaaa!

Then I went to the day spa that Bob and Dianne got me a gift certificate for- thanks guys if you are reading! The place looks fantastic, and they have some pretty good deals. This is what you can get for a $50.00 certificate: A haircut, a manicure, a pedicure and an eyebrow waxing. I think that sounds like a fantastic deal!!

Then I got to visit with my old co-workers at DVRC over lunch. It was just like I had never left. I sat around in the conference room with them and we laughed and laughed and laughed over every little thing. It was a total blast. If you guys are reading, I missed you and I am looking forward to scheduling some volunteer time. You can't find/pay for/beg or borrow the kind of comraderie and fun these women have every day. I don't care if they can't afford to hire me, it's worth it to me to work/volunteer with people I like. Plus, for those of you keeping track, they still have not filled the shelter position I was thinking about applying for last month. So, another lead on the job front! Woo hoo!!

Then I went out to Pacific U to return my gown (of cap and gown fame). Strange, isn't it? They want you to give back the gown, but not the cap. What are you supposed to do with either of them? I mean, it's not like this is common street wear. But wouldn't it be hilarious if it was? Day in and day out, getting that ridiculous tassle stuck in the corner of your mouth. There would be a whole market for plastic tassle protectors. I can see the ad now. "Ladies, are you tired of having to replace your cap tassel when you get lipstick on it? Then get your handy-dandy, crystal-clear, plastic Tassel-Guard(c) today! Only $19.99 while supplies last!"

Maybe I should be a graduate next Halloween... that's the only time I can think of that I will be wearing a cap again in the near future. I gave back the gown, though. What could I be that would be scary with just a cap? I got it! Maybe I could be a murdered graduate... just wear the cap and some tattered black rags with fake blood and post mortem bruising. Oh, wow.. I just had a great idea, I could use the yellow honors cord as a ligature... maybe make it into a noose, or something. Yeah, I know I am kinda sick mentally, but it is still a good idea. And you just know the tassel would get fake blood on it. YUCK!! O.K.- enough of that!

Then I picked up Buddy from the groomers and he actually remembered to sit on command!! The groomer people were so impressed. I was pretty proud. I am also learning my way around Portland and the surrounding area enough to avoid traffic jams. There was an accident on Hwy 26, so I re-routed myself around it and got home about the same time I would have if I had been able to drive straight through on 26. I was pretty proud of myself then, too.

So, there isn't much more to talk about for today. I had a great time with my old friends from work, made it home in one piece and the temperature is still nice enough to have all the windows open. It doesn't get much better than that!

Love to all!

Sherry