I worked a few hours from home and took the rest of the day off. Then headed to Chick-fil-A drive thru. From last night’s mentoring session I craved their nuggets and fries so much I went out and got some.

I had to text the bride today that I couldn’t make it since I’m still sick as eff and didn’t think I should go infect everyone. I’m sad but it was the best call since my cough is off the hook right now. I bet she was gorgeous!

Brudda, SIL, and Emmy weren’t going to come down due to the floods but since it didn’t rain as much in the morning they did a surprised to my parents.

It’s been a while since we last saw her and she’s already grown so much! She can also do so much and say so many words. So precious!

SIL really wanted crawfish so she ventured out to Crawfish Cafe and brought back crawfish and shrimp. Yum! This place has been on my list for years and I’m glad I finally got to try it.

They are really in season right now and it looks super perfect. So freaking huge! Although I love that they use SO much garlic in their sauce, the one I usually go to is still my favourite.

I’m not sure if crawfish is good for me while I’m sick and coughing but they did say garlic is good for that so … it’s okay, right?

I decided to go into work, mostly because we were having team building at Bowl & Barrel but also because I wasn’t feeling as bad.

This was just some of the foods we got to eat. Everything was delicious! The fries and sausage was my favourite but that’s a given.

Afterward Erin and I went to Sephora. With Erin’s new job, she needs to wear makeup so I was excited to show her the ropes. I mostly went to get my free birthday gift. We then joined Wacko, Christopher, Phil, and Vince at Yardhouse. It’s been forever hanging out with Wacko and we went through pictures from way back when. Too funny and surprised he doesn’t remember the pictures I took from his wedding week.

Erin, Christopher and I went to our Mentorship Volunteering. It’s our last one of spring semester and everyone got Chick-fil-A boxes. I was a bit bummed that we were given waffle potato chips instead of waffle fries. But free food, can’t complain. Can’t wait to see the kids again next semester!

We met Juhi at Ulta, showed Erin her way around makeup a bit more. We were supposed to meet the other volunteers for happy hour but due to the horrible rain and flood we decided to head home. It was a long and scary drive but I made it!

Currently debating if I should go to work tomorrow, work from home, or take the day off. Decisions, decisions.

Yesterday, I finally decided to take a sick day. A day where I relaxed and do absolutely nothing. I received a text some lady was going crazy because I was out so I ended up working for a little more than half a day before calling it quits. I did go in today but I’ll probably stay home tomorrow. I hate doing it but it but I need a break. I’m certain that’s why I’m sick.

I got a coupon for a free large one topping pizza with any $5 game purchase. I was able to convince Mallory to bring JJ. Well not much convincing was needed. Their pizza is amazing. I’m glad she didn’t care I was sick either.

We joked that Chuck E Cheese was celebrating my birthday since they were singing happy birthday to some kid. JJ is getting bolder as he’s not as scared as he used to be of the creepy mouse.

Mallory handed me my early birthday present upon leaving the place. My first Yeti! I cannot wait to use it at my new place! My favourite line in her card was “now you’re old with me”.

I finished my course one day early! I took my two remaining quizzes and wrote a paper all before two pm! I am currently waiting for four people to grade my paper and get my final grade. Fingers crossed I pass!

I got ready, picked up some cookies, and headed to Priscilla’s sister’s house for their family crawfish boil. I never say no to free crawfish!They were huge and spicy. It was perfect and the new take with cauliflower took me away. The flavors really get down in there.

We’ve sat, talked, laughed and the Rockets game is so close! The fight is about to be on but I’ll probably go home before that ends.

A 14 year old was giving me relationship advice which I will say was pretty dang good advice and I never knew that a middle schooler saying I’m really pretty will make me smile. Thankful for these two because they made my night.

I am pooped. Sad the weekend is almost over but glad I get tomorrow to relax since I’m done with my course. Salesforce is probably going to be next and I’m quite excited for it!

The day started out with talking to London and falling asleep due to my nighttime meds. I took the wrong one and it knocked me out for a few more hours before getting ready.

I packed my stuff and headed to Sissy’s. Dropped of my things where she fed me all these vitamin type things to help with my cold.

I called an Uber and met up with Priscilla, Vicky, Fahad and Tayeb for lunch at Guadalajara. The boys didn’t know Priscilla and I were going to be there so it was a nice surprise for them. They even told me I look great and I told them they can too if they leave the company.

It’s weird how 8 months at a company can bring you some people that stay in your life for longer than you thought. We had a lot of laughter and jokes. So much freaking jokes. I like messing with Fahad.

I took an Uber back to Sissy’s, took an hour nap then worked on my course. I just found out I have to write a paper. I’m not ready for that part and I’m afraid I won’t be able to finish in time.

Also, I cannot help but laugh every time I see this mug of Ross and his family.

Writing on an iPad is still a challenge but I know it’ll get better as practice makes perfect!

When six hit, I drove to Axelrad and met up with Salim, Kieran, John A, Aaron, and a few fresh faces I have never met.

I remember less than a month of Scruffy and I breaking up, he told me he’d give me two months that Kieran and I would end up dating. Well, honey, it’s been over five months and that ain’t the case and never will.

Salim didn’t tell them I was coming so imagine how awkward it was walking up to the table. It was nice getting to talk and laugh with them. Being around them makes me feel hella smart especially when they talk about things and I can understand. I had to force myself to be there since finding parking gives me anxiety, it’s all dudes (data engineers and data scientists) and we all do not work at the company anymore except for Aaron though he did put in his two weeks.

John was nice enough to buy us pizza from next door while I chugged some dark venom beers. Yum! My stomach will not be thanking me tomorrow.

If all goes according to plan, studying will be first and foremost then crawfish. Yippee!