Big Move April 16, 2009
Posted by ds82 in Life.Tags: Girlfriend, Growth, Happy, Love
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Well, tonight I’m making a pretty big move.
In fact, as far as relationships go it’s one of the biggest moves you can make outside of getting married. My girlfriend and I, after many months of planning and deliberation, have decided to take a big step and move in together come June 1, 2009. We sign the lease tonight. I feel like I should be nervous or scared, but it’s quite the opposite. I feel very comfortable that I’m making the right decision. I know that when things are rocky she’s more than willing to communicate and work things out, and that’s all I can ask for.
This isn’t my first time shacking up with another woman. Obviously, the first one failed but I learned quite a bit about myself and I feel so much better going into it this time because I have a pretty good idea of what to expect. We were smart enough to realize that from time to time we are going to need our own space and didn’t want to feel like we lived on top of each other. Because of that, we decided we wouldn’t move into anything less than a 3 bedroom property.
Individually, I know that I still have a lot of work to do on my own and day by day I’m getting better and moving to the place I need to be. For the first time in a long time I feel like I have control. I see the light at the end of the tunnel.
Beyond everything I’ve mentioned so far, I love the girl and my hope is to marry her one day. Moving in is the next step in the process and I couldn’t be happier. Wish me luck!
Laying Low April 15, 2009
Posted by ds82 in Life.Tags: Growth, Happy, Therapy
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It’s been a pretty good week. Last week was one of the worst weeks I’ve had in a long time. Confusion, sadness, frustration…all those feelings and more were piling up on me. It was getting hard just to wake up.
But then something broke loose. I set my goals for the next year. I’m working on short term goals. Overall, I feel like I’m on the correct road to where I want to be. I might not be on the road, but I’m at least on the one that connects to the super highway of contentment. For now, that’s all I can really ask.
I feel a slight bit of freedom inside of my body and mind and I love it. True, it’s only been a few days of this outlook, but I know it’s possible if I just work for it. I can do whatever want, including be happy if I just put in the effort.
Anyway, I’m not sure if I’ve picked up a dedicated reader or two at this point, but I promise all the serious BS be put on the back burner soon enough. I’m working on coming up with a “featured post” schedule for each day of the week. That way I’ll have at least one post everyone can expect, plus leave the door open for improvising. Most likely, I’ll have the new schedule in place by next Monday.
2009 NHL Playoffs April 14, 2009
Posted by ds82 in Sports.Tags: Happy, Hockey, Interests, Pittsburgh Penguins, Pittsburgh Sports
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Tomorrow, it begins.
After a long, long, LONG regular season, one of the best playoffs in all of sports begins tomorrow. I love the NHL playoffs. I especially love the NHL playoffs when my Pittsburgh Penguins are involved.
It was a rocky season, but Bylsma and the boys ended the season about as strong as you can. It was only about 2 months ago they were out of the playoff picture in 10th place. Tomorrow, they take on the panzies from the other side of the state as the fourth seed.
If you are a fan of the NHL, or hell, even if you just want a chance to win some cool prizes, head over to Rinkotology and fill out a bracket for free. The boys at ThePensblog have put together this contest. All you have to do is fill out a bracket, and if you’d like you can donate a buck or two to the Mario Lemieux Foundation. Their goal is to raise $10,066 and they are almost there.
Who do you have in the Cup? I’m going with a rematch of last year’s matchup. Pens vs Wings!
Neyo has nothing on this kid… April 13, 2009
Posted by ds82 in Funny Videos.Tags: Dancing, Goofy, Happy, Kids, YouTube Vids
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I’ve been watching this kid get down for like 3 days now. His dance moves are hilarious, especially his faux truffle shuffle in the middle. Not only can this kid dance better than me, but unless my eyes are tricking me, it looks like he already has better definition in his arms.
Transformation April 13, 2009
Posted by ds82 in Life.Tags: Growth, Happy, Love, Therapy, Troubles
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Last Wednesday, I wrote about where I wanted to be one year from now. It hasn’t been a year. Hell, it hasn’t even been a week but the small changes I’m trying to make seem to be helping. Writing my goals down, both here and elsewhere, seems to really help. I guess it makes me feel more accountable for my actions.
One of the things my girlfriend suggested I work on was becoming more pro-active and less dependent on other people. I agreed 100% with her and in the few days since we’ve had that conversation I’ve done my best to take things upon myself when it came to getting things done.
I have to say, it feels good. Going out and getting instead of waiting to be told makes me feel like I have a whole new level of control that I’m not used to having. In fact, I felt so good about it I reached out to my girlfriend for further ideas of improvement she could suggest. It wasn’t even a month ago that the my mind was completely closed to change. For me to hear what she was asking of me was a big change in and of itself. But for me to seek out help on my own…that’s a big change and one I’m happy to see.
The past few days have been treating me really well. Here’s hoping the trend continues and that I keep the same enthusiasm for improvement for the rest of my life. I know there will be ups and downs, but I’m starting to see that I have a lot more control over things than I ever (cared to?) realize.
