Random photos...

I started out last week so well with two new posts. Unfortunately, I didn't keep it up. I have to admit that the reason I posted was due to 2 things:

1.) I was in a training class at work.
2.) I downloaded an app that allowed me to post from my phone. This is so handy! I don't even have to transfer pictures from my phone to my computer. The only downside is that I miss my regular-sized keyboard.

Now, I have two random photos to share. The first was taken when I recently went to visit a friend. She keeps Reese's peanut butter Christmas trees by her bed. You don't see that often and I did actually witness her eating one shortly after getting up. What a good idea! I don't drink coffee. Maybe I should try to start my mornings off with a little chocolate?




While in training last week I received an IM from a coworker asking if I had brought my lunch that day. It just so happens that I had brought my lunch. She then asked what I brought and told me that she had a funny story to tell me. When I made it to the fridge to pick up my lunch later I saw this note:


which just made me laugh. I didn't even connect the two things. Earlier my coworker had been checking to make sure she hadn't spilled my lunch. Thank goodness I didn't bring the jambalaya!

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Christmas at the office...

Since I shared my favorite office supplies with you, I thought I'd also show you the Christmas decorations I have put up in my cube. They're nothing extravagant, but they bring me a little bit of happiness.

Here is my Christmas tree that I purchased from a craft store for about $4.




Next, and last, this is my Christmas tree candy dish. I have filled it with M&Ms and told my co-workers to eat as much as they would like. This keeps me from eating them all and brings visitors to my cube.



Does anyone else think the Christmas and Easter M&Ms are just more fun than the regular ones?

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Office Necessities

I am a nerd. I like office supplies. I used to enjoy buying school supplies at the beginning of each school year. Today I wanted to share some of my favorite office supplies.

1.) Blue ballpoint pens (preferably retractable). I do not like rollerball or gel pens for everday writing. Also, I dislike writing in black ink. Maybe it's because blue stands out better or maybe it's because one of my teachers in junior high told us that writing in blue helped you to remember things. I'm not sure. I just know blue is better (for me anyway).




2.) Colorful felt tip pens. I use these to mark on reports and lists. Their colors make them even more fun!




3.) Post-its. I use post-its to take notes when I'm on the phone, make lists of things I need to do or buy, and to write myself reminders. I also enjoy the fact that they can be purchased in a variety of sizes and colors.




4.) Lotion and anti-bac. I am a bit OCD about hand-washing. Therefore, I need a good anti-bac gel for my desk as well as some good lotion to keep my hands moisturized. I highly recommend this Dr. Hiosous lotion. I love it!



5.) The Office memorabilia. If you know me you know that I like The Office. So, I have a couple of items that make my work space more enjoyable. I look forward to reading my daily quotes and post my favorites on the wall of my cube.












6.) Other colorful office supplies.












7.) My iPod. This helps me block out distracting noises and focus on my work. Sometimes I listen to music and other times I listen to audiobooks.



8.) My little friend. This really serves no purpose, but I saw him at BAM one day and thought he'd make a nice addition to my cube.



Isn't he cute??

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