Look at me go!

Yesterday was my annual evaluation at work. I first had to go through about 75 categories and rate myself from "exceeds expectations, meets requirements, needs improvement and unsatisfactory." Then we had to sit down with our manager Carrie and go through the same evaluation that she did and compare and contrast. We had the same answers for all but three! And the two of the three she had bumped up from what I had rated myself! I know, awesome, right?

In addition to that, in the comments section, Carrie wrote that I have a great attitude, always pleasant, always willing to help out. Another comment she made was that I handle conflict resolution well and she feels I have strong leadership skills and could go far in the company.

WOOHOO!! GO ME! :o) My evaluation made me very happy as I love positive reinforcement and constructive criticism. I would like to exceed in my position as well as the company. Supplemental has a positive employee atmosphere that is constantly reinforced with excellence and "good jobs." My goal from this point forward is to continue building my nurse business and move into a management position where I can have a team below me where I can instill the same great values.

What a good decision I made to take a leap of faith and try something new! :o) Today is a good day!!

Drew Lachey -

I love this video of Drew!!! Take a minute to watch!!

Fall is coming!

I can feel the crispness of Fall in the morning air! Fall is my favorite season! The leaves change to beautiful reds, yellows and golds. Pumpkins become a decorating staple and kitchens smell of chilis and pies! The weather becomes cold enough to wear jeans and sweatshirts again! Mind you, I love the hot, sticky summers, but I love snuggling up under a blanket while the weather is chilly outside!

In the tradition of Fall apple season, I made my first apple pie this pass Sunday!



I have to thank Karen Watt for making this pie possible!! With out her generousity to give me all the fresh fruit I can carry, I would not have the means to bake such fabulous goods!!




This picture was taken of Karen and myself on Saturday morning, selling fruit at the Clarence Farm Market in the cold! We have been pushing our Breast Cancer walk in the the last few weeks, and even dressing in matching attire! If you look to the right, you can see our pink donation jug... which has already help us collect $100!!

Don't forget that you too can make a donation! Remember, no matter how big or small, every little bit helps!

Alcohol Superstore!

Last night I discovered another reason why I love Buffalo, Premier Liquor! You should have seen this place! IT WAS HUGE!!! There was aisle after aisle of wine and a large selection of everything!!! Pretty much whatever you could think of, they have it! I was ecstatic because they had a large section of Finger Lakes Wineries! I got myself a nice bottle of Dr. Frank’s Semi-Dry Riesling. I have wanted a bottle ever since we went there on our wine tour last summer.

I even got to sign up for a discount card! They told me it was like a Tops card, and even gave me one for my key chain! It was great!! I love the city!!

Of course when I got home I had a nice, flavorful glass of wine! :o)

It's that time of year again!!

The third annual Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk is right around the corner! October 14th is our walk date and hopefully another October surprise storm won't come along the same weekend! I look forward to you all participating again, as this is a cause very dear to my heart.

I hope you will support my efforts by making a donation using my personal online fundraising page. It's safe and simple. All you have to do is click the link below and follow the few easy steps. Last year, 450,000 Making Strides participants raised $45 million ... and they did it one donation at a time. So, whether you're able to give $5 or $500, every bit truly does help.

Hope starts one dollar at a time. Hope starts with me. And hope can start with you. Thank you in advance for any support you may be able to offer.



The American Cancer Society's state fundraising notices can be reviewed at: main.acsevents.org/statefundraisingnotices
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Click here to view the team page for Walkers Galore!
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Free Entertainment!

The view from our deck looks out on the backside of large brick apartment buildings and each building has its own fire escape that doubles as a back entrance for each apartment.

Well yesterday we were blessed with free entertainment, as a group of 3 people tried to move a VERY large couch up and around the curves of the fire escape!!

Attempt #1



Attempt #2



Attempt #3



I couldn't help but wonder if these people could see my flash going off repeatedly to capture their predictament. Hey it was great for me!!

After I was distracted by walking into the house for a brief minute or so, I walked back outside and they were done! No couch, no sign of any

Labor Day Weekend

Here are a few pictures form my FABULOUS weekend!! I had so much fun hanging on the dock and boat with my parents and their friends. Best Labor Day weekend to date!