Two weeks of my 20's left.

**big breath**

The Oscar's kind of sucked

The Oscars kind of sucked last night. I can't quite put my finger on it. Maybe it's because I didn't see the two movies that seemed to be in every category, "No Country for Old Men" or "There will be blood." Eh. Also, my girl Cate was shut out of both categories for Best Actress and Best Supporting Actress. So, it wasn't the best telecast I've seen, although I still love Jon Steward.

Let's see....what else this weekend. We went and took measurements at the new apartment. We were suprised to see that it was still as big as we remembered, and the noise from Mass Ave wasn't horrible with the windows closed. I'm getting to the point where I'm getting anxious to move. And it's a month and 4 days away. Boo.

I have an exam on Friday, so I should be sequistered up in my room until Friday....with the exceptions of going to spin class, etc.

Happy Valentine's Day to everyone at Bob & Co.

30 Days 'Till 30

I turn 30 in exactly one month.

I'm not quite sure how I feel about that. I mean, I've spent so much of the past year dreading this day, that now that's it's almost here, I'm almost relieved. I keep telling myself that it's just a number, but I also can see myself saying things like "You're 30 now, you should start dating again." or "You're 30 now, take out your tongue ring." I think that I'm just nervous. Nervous that I'm not in the right place at 30. Some friends my age have kids, are married, and own a home. Am I ready for any of those things? I definitely am too selfish right now for kids. I can barely go on three dates with a guy, much less get married. And for me to buy a place in Boston, I'm probably going to need two incomes. So 2 and 3 go together.

Oddly enough, the people who I know who are married, with kids, and own a home are all my straight friends (Jed and Jon being an exception with basically two out of three). Hmm, I wonder if gay men settle down later in life on average?

Basically, I have to stop comparing myself to other people my age, and just compare myself to me. I have a good job, I'm getting a great apartment, I have fantastic friends, so really...I guess I'm ready. But that doesn't mean you won't find me huddled in the corner crying on the night of March 12th.

Movin' On Up

Bob & Co Corporate Headquarters will be moving to Massachusetts Avenue at the end of March! It's official!

After 2 days shy of 5 years, I will be leaving 130 West Newton St. After living with Eric, Paul, Scott, Peter, Alfie, Noah, Bryan, John, Rob and Tim, I'm going for one roommate, Adam.

We got a great two bedroom on Massachusetts Avenue (never call it Mass Ave) on the corner of Tremont St, right near the edge of Chester Park. Very tall ceilings, chandeliers, a great room, etc it's going to be great, and I can't wait!

I'm going to miss 130, but I'm looking forward to a change, and something different.

Drinking and dieting rarely go hand in hand. Two things usually happen.

1. You count calories all day, basically taking in a limited amount of calories so you can drink later. You end up drinking on an empty stomach and get drunk really fast.

2. Once you're drunk, you usually go over your calorie intake for the day anyway.

Thursday

Quiet evening. I'm studying for my master's. I have three exams left, and then I'm done. Tonight, I'm studying Executive Compensation. And yes, it's as sexy as it sounds. Another test on Advanced Estate Planning II in two weeks, followed by the last one, Planning for Retirement Needs. Hopefully, by March 11th, I have a Master's of Financial Services. And before I turn, 30! That's my goal. I'm also back on calorie king (for the upteenth time) and I have a weight loss goal for my 30th as well. My 30th will be my New Year's eve.

So I've already studied, taken a practice exam, taken out the recycling, cleaned the bathroom and replaced a few light bulbs. Now, I'm reviewing and waiting for Make Me A Supermodel in 34 minutes. I'm also noticing how much shit I have in my room, that I'm probably going to have to get rid of before I move in April. I hate moving. Maybe that's why I haven't done it in 5 years.

What's on my mind:
Christian is being spastic.
I spend way too much money at Dunkin' Donuts every week.
I'm watching the news more and more.
I'm worried about my family.
I'm going to Maine next weekend.
Itunes is playing the String Quartet Tribute to Fleetwood Mac. And I like it.
That's all.

For Gramp...

Gramp's Obituary

Friday started with a nice quiet evening of dinner at CPK and the having a couple glasses of wine over at Adam's. It was cool because we don't often get over to Adam's house. It was pouring rain that night, and I got to see Marco trying to drain the common by sticking sticks in puddles to see if he could find the drain. "Fuucccckkkkiinnn!" Oh, Marco.

Saturday, I woke Adam up at 1oam, and he, Peter, Bryan and I went to Cheesecake Factory for lunch. We then went to dinner at Cactus Club, and over to Club Cafe to meet a co worker for a drink. We had a GREAT time. I guess it's a good venue every once in a while. Those in attendance were Peter, Marco, Jeremy, Matt, John and Adam.

Sunday, I woke Adam up at 9am, so I could make muffins! Very simple Betty Crocker blueberry muffins. Basically, add 1/2 cup of water, and voila...you're done! So simple, and quiet delicious!

Continuing our weekend of eating out, we went to lunch at TGIFriday's, followed by a trip to the gym by Peter and I.


I decided to keep my cooking spree going by making a Mexican Lasagna for dinner. It's a relatively simple recipe and a good quick meal to make for a group. Brown some ground hamburger in a skillet. Add some salsa, tomato paste, spices and a bit of spaghetti sause to the mix. In a casserole bowl layer soft flour totillas, hamburger mixture, shredded mexican cheese, and sour cream. Repeat the layering three times (if you can). Cook at 350 for 3o minutes covered with aluminum foil. Remove foil and cook for another 3o minutes. This is my Mom's recipe.


Now we're watching the SuperBowl. I hope the Patriots win. Just to make work easier tomorrow!

TGIF

Well, it's Friday. I'm enjoying a reduced fat blueberry muffin and iced coffee from D&D. My man crush doesn't work until the afternoon. I am listening to some high enenery dance music and rockin' out at my desk. And it's only 8:44am. My weekend is probably going to involve wine, dancing, food, spin class and good friends. Can't argue with that way to start a February.

I tip my hat to the fine people at Bravo. Make Me A Supermodel is the best show ever. They don't even pretend that it's not just about putting hot guys in their underwear as much as possible. While ANTM has themes like "Going Green" or "Space" or "Covergirl," the past few themes of MMAS have been "Naked", "Sexy," and "Underwear."Kudos, Bravo. Kudos. Take some notes, Ty-Ty. And America (meaning the gay guys who watch Bravo) gets to vote off all the women, just keeping the men on! Brillant!