Today, I’m in Portland Oregon. Right now, I’m sitting on my cousins’ patio with my sister, grandma and my dad. We just woke up. Getting ready to have some coffee, go for a jog and then we are off for the beach.

Yesterday, we went to the falls. They are beautiful. I’ll post my pictures when I get back. I love the weather here. I could live here. People here are very nice. The neighbors are very sweet. They just walk into the front door and come over to visit for hours. I love it. They live in a very nice neighborhood I’m not sure if all of Portland is this nice but what I’ve seen of it so far is that it is just a wonderful place.
Yesterday, we went to the nail shop and got our nails done. My nails look awesome but I’m not use to typing with them yet.

My cousins’ house is really nice and I love her finance’s kids they are awesome. They have a golden retriever named Rater. She is a good dog. Rater has been following my grandma around all morning. I think Rater really likes my grandma. I really miss my dog Daisy. I know she is okay though, Charlie is taking good care of her.

Everyone has been asking me about Charlie. I’m going to be glad when everyone knows that we are not a couple anymore because every time I have to explain it I get sad. I know Charlie is going to think everyone hates him, but that isn’t the case. My family will always love him. I’ll always love him too even if he’s just my friend.

Well, I think I ought to go inside and help my sister and dad make coffee, they sure are taking a long time.

Its true, after dating Charlie for approx. six years, I’m officially single. Charlie moved to his apartment today. He took his nice 60 inch HDTV and the big bed with him. So, tonight after class I’m going home to a big empty house. I’m sad. Three weeks ago if you would have asked I would have said “we are great, couldn’t be better.” Now today, we aren’t even a couple. He no longer lives with me. I’m still shocked about it and I’ve had a few weeks now to let it all set in.

The whole thing has made me feel worse about myself. I have a low self-esteem anyway so now it’s even worse. I’m working on myself image now. I’m going to focus on me from now on!! What do I really want?

Last week I got new hair. Okay well, it’s not new, but I got highlights and an awesome cut. I have to say getting an awesome hair cut really helps with the self image issues. I’m not even worried about how much I spent on it. I finally found a wonderful hair lady!! Her name is Trisha and she is awesome!!

This week I’ve been running in the morning. Well, I guess most people would call it a slow jog, but hey it’s my blog I can fib a bit. I was surprised on how much better I feel after a morning trot. I hope I keep it up. I’ve tried to stay on workout plans before, but never stayed with them. I get lazy and I like to sleep in. I also took my lunch to work 4 out of 5 days this week. That is really good for me usually I eat out with the “wow” boys and Gina.

Next week is the week I’ve been waiting for. I’m going to Oregon for my cousins wedding. I’m so excited!!! I have the whole week off and the wedding is on the beach. I haven’t seen my cousin Jeremy in several years, so I’m excited to see him and meet his wife. I’m also excited because my grandma and dad are going. I love my grandma. She is so nice. My dad is wonderful too. I have to say that he is one of the nicest guys I know. Charlie and my dad are the two nicest guys I know.

Right now I’m in economics class. I should be paying attention because next week is our midterm. All I can think of is my vacation next week and the big empty house I’m going home to. Well, I better stop writing and pay attention.