Phone pic is all I've got, but...

Phone pic is all I've got, but these are my nails. I was going for a fall-ish theme, but Shaun said that they look like wrapping paper and I can't un-see it. 😂😂😂

I'm feeling a good deal better.

I'm feeling a good deal better. I sound awful; clearing out the leftover congestion is NOT a pretty sound. I think my kidneys or whatever are also on the mend because I've found no more weird stuff in my pee. I am grateful to finally be at this point. I'm almost a fully-functioning person again!

I'm about to see if I can do a section of work that I'd like to get done. Then I can spend the next few days studying for my upcoming certification exam - the Certified App Developer! It's the last certification I am required to get while in training. After that I can choose my path based on my interests and the company's needs.

Well, I'm off! I hope you all are having a lovely Sunday! ❤️

Much like yesterday...

Much like yesterday, today is better than the day before. Not by a ton, but I'll take it.

I had a headache for most of the day, so I spent the large part of the day resting. The only thing I actually did was my nails. While I keep a gel overlay on my naturals as well as usually some polish, today I actually did some nail art for myself. I think the last time I invested this kind of time in doing my own nails was February, maybe?

I figured it would be a good thing to get my mind off of my headache because Ibuprofen wasn't cutting it. It seems to have worked. While I don't have my usual camera here, I definitely will post a picture this week because I'm pretty happy with how they turned out.

Anyway, I'm off to see if my beautiful husbang feels like video chatting. I miss him so much. It's been hard being away from home in general, but while feeling sick it's been even worse. He's my comfort and my best friend and he has always taken such great care of me. And right now, I just need to look at his face.

I hope y'all are well. I'm slowly but surely getting there. ❤️

Update: I'm alive.

Update:  I'm alive.

I got a new broad-spectrum antibiotic last night. I found out this morning that the bacteria cultures didn't grow anything, so they don't know what specific thing I have.

Thankfully, I feel slightly better today than I did yesterday. I'll take it.

I'm tired, though. Today I watched the work class via Zoom. I've also done some SUPER light housework. And now I'm probably about to paint my nails. Or maybe I'll just call it a night and get some rest. I don't know yet. My throat is itchy and I'm coughing, so it might be hard to sleep. We'll see.

I hope you all are doing ok. If not, keep hanging in there! ❤️

I left work early yesterday.

I left work early yesterday. I didn't make it in at all today. Finally got my lab results in and I've got a UTI. The problem with that is that I finished my antibiotics this morning, yet (TMI Alert) today I had what appeared to be brown tissue in my urine. I've never had that happen before, but it doesn't seem good. I am sure that my infection is not gone.

My back still hurts. My bones do, as well, but not as bad. I am feverish and nauseated and have had a low appetite for days. I also had an incredibly hard time sleeping last night because now I've got a sinus infection on top of all that.

I desperately need to shower because of fever sweats, but I dare not venture away from my phone because I'm waiting for a call back from my doctor. When I say that I am not having fun out here... Oof.

There was a work event last night that I missed and a dinner that I'll miss this evening, as well. Aside from that we're doing a class right now on app development. I attended via Zoom so I would get as much benefit from it as I could. We have a certification exam on that next week that I'd like to pass. It would be a lot more effective to study if I could get myself together, though.

Anyway. The news with me is that my body is trying to revolt against me and I'm trying my best to survive it while also not getting myself fired, but I am legitimately a whole mess right now. 😕

Physically still not 100%.

I am mostly ok-ish right now.

I am mostly ok-ish right now. I'm about to get to work on my computer to make sure I don't fall behind. But when I say the last few days have been rough... My goodness. It definitely got worse before it got better.

I felt so bad on Friday when my Ibuprofen wore off before the Prednisone kicked in that I was nearly in tears. By Friday evening I felt horrible in a lot of ways - to the point that I took 2 COVID tests on Saturday. Both were negative. I slept most of Saturday and a lot today. My bones are still sore, but not horribly. I'm functional, and I'm grateful for that.

I don't know what is going on with me, but I hope it's coming to an end. I just need to be ok for 8 more weeks. All I want is to keep up with my training and do well at this job.

I hope you all are ok. If not, hang in there! ❤️

I fell asleep after my last post...

I fell asleep after my last post - which I made at 6:49 pm - so RIDICULOUSLY early.  I woke up super sweaty once...  Inflammation is often accompanied by fever, so that's no shock. I also woke up to pee a couple of times, but other than that I slept until I got up this morning at 6.

My bones still hurt, but thanks to the sleep I'm in a better mood this morning than yesterday. I've had my appointment and am waiting for my prescription to be filled. My only real option is Prednisone. I don't usually react well to it, but I have to do something. I don't want damaged joints and this constant pain not only hurts physically, but is affecting my mental health.

I hope you all are doing well. I've hit a rough patch, but I'm still grateful for the opportunity to be here learning and launching my career. ❤️

The humidity here has gotten to me.

The humidity here has gotten to me. My bones hurt. Going to the doctor tomorrow because it won't get better if I don't. I'm hoping with everything I have that they can give me something for this inflammation.

We had a great skate sesh this afternoon!

We had a great skate sesh this afternoon! I love this dork. 😂😂😂

Kelsey's skates arrived!

Kelsey's skates arrived and we went to the back parking lot immediately. She did so great! I'm so stoked that I have someone to skate with! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Kelsey made this for us...

Kelsey made this for us and holy shit it was great. It has quinoa and tofu in it and I loved it. It's probably the most healthy thing I've ever eaten.

There was even a handmade sauce, but I didn't make it that far. I needed this inside me. 😂

Good afternoon from Cincy!

Good afternoon from Cincy!

Shaun was amazing and mailed me a bunch of my nail stamping supplies since Kelsey is into letting me paint her nails. Most of the polishes were thick from not being used while I was in college, so I just got them all thinned and ready to go!

We are not-so-patiently awaiting the arrival of Kelsey's skates because she said she'd roll with me. I AM SO PUMPED! They are out for delivery and we have a nice, shady parking lot out back. I cannot wait to get my wheels back on!

I went to bed stupid early last night and slept late this morning. I needed that. Today has been chill so far and pretty nice. I talked to mom and Shaun and have done a very slight amount of cleaning. Kelsey loves to cook, so I gave her grocery money to let me eat her food and she's working hard in the kitchen as I type. Whatever she's making smells DELICIOUS.

I hope you all are having a lovely day. So far, I cannot complain! ❤️

I miss my family and my friends.

I miss my family and my friends. I miss y'all on here even though there are many of you that I haven't met in person. I know my updates have been lacking as of late, but that won't last forever. Adjusting to a new temporary home and completely new schedule has been a little challenging.

I like this apartment complex a lot. It's more of a community than any other place I've lived. It feels super safe and it's well-kept and quiet. It's tucked back in a wooded area and we see deer several times a week on our way to work in the mornings. It's pretty nice.

One reason I've been scarce on here is because I've been waking up at 6 every morning, getting to work before 9, working until 5, coming home and eating, winding down, talking to the fam, and then crashing out. If I feel that I didn't reach my goals at work, then I make time for that, as well. It doesn't leave much time for social media.

Speaking of... work is going well. I don't know everyone's details, but as far as I can tell, me and Kelsey are outpacing the guys on the tasks we're supposed to be doing. We're supposed to be finished working through 3 modules by the end of the week... aka: tomorrow. We're the only 2 in our office of 5 who are on the last module. I don't know how the other 15 guys are doing.

Anyway, I should be sleeping now, so I'm done here for now. I love you and I miss you and I hope all is well. Feel free to let me know how things are going with you because I haven't had much time to scroll and see it for myself. Goodnight. ❤️

Today, I was christened by James. 😂😂😂

Today, I was christened by James. 😂😂😂

I love animals with my whole heart. They are so funny! ❤️

Made it back to Cincinnati.

Made it back to Cincinnati.

Leaving my home and my family...

Leaving my home and my family... Again. Saying goodbye is not easy. I'm in my feelings. Bought a bag of rocks to keep me company and a NM luggage tag because I am ridiculous. 😂 Also scarfed a red chile chicken and rice burrito before boarding.

On the bright side:  I get to see Kelsey again and I love my job. Also, this time away will ABSOLUTELY be worth it. Just gotta get through it. ❤️

If this ain't me and my mom...

If this ain't me and my mom - and all we had was our sweet little Bruce. Volume up for this one. 😂😂😂

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