Dating Myself: Last week of the month

I've noticed that keeping up with my blogs have become harder as the days go by but, the lessons and experiences haven't ceased to exist. Two thoughts have been camping out on my sub conscious lately making it nearly impossible to think of anything else: My upcoming surgery ( Tomorrow!) and moving to Spain in the very near future. Although my surgery is a minor out patient procedure to correct a birth disorder and will not even require stitches, I quiver at the thought that I will be under anesthesia for the first time. I believe my fears all melt down to one element: the unknown.

I have a slight control freak side to me and hate to NOT knowing something clearly. Whether it is in love, my future plans or what will happen on next season's Grey's Anatomy I can't shake the anxiety I get being left to hang in the web of uncertainty.

This weekend, I decided to try and enjoy as much as possible with hopes to take my mind off of things. Friday I went to the movies with my cousins and sisters to see Grown Ups. Although it fell sub-par to former Adam Sandler films, I could understand his decision to do more family friendly comedies as him and his comedian posse are all Dads and no longer live the life of a pothead drunk who hallucinates Penguins are in his pool (read: Billy Madison reference!). Nonetheless, I did fit in some chuckles and enjoyed my family time.

Saturday I celebrated the 1st birthday of one of my closest friends' daughter. I am still astonished that we are no longer High School seniors but rather full fledged adults! It was so nice seeing old friends and 'family' later that night I went out with my sister and some friends in what ended up being a memorable night of laughter.

Sunday (today) My anxieties kicked in early in the day and I attempted to avoid them by exploring a new cuisine with my little sis, Indian food. We went to a small cafe in Orlando called Bombay Cafe and I am pleased to report I LOVED everything about my meal. We ordered Samosas, Paneer Chili, Naan, and more yumminess with names I can't recall but were equally delicious to the taste buds. I am shocked how I waited all this time to try foods which now make my mouth water at the thought! After our brief but amazing time at the House of Spices market and Bombay Cafe, we headed to a new Frozen yogurt place near my condo, Tutti Frutti. I consider myself a Frozen Yogurt enthusiast so I was very satisfied with their Froyo flavor selection ( Nutella, anyone!?!?) After a great lunch, I headed home and napped to avoid the looming pre-surgery jitters. Later tonight, My two sisters and I met up with our dad for a Sunday evening dinner at our fave Italian food franchise.

All in all, my day was productive and practiced avoidance in every possible way.

I will report with my surgery experience as soon I am resting in bed with enough energy to blog so keep me in your prayers and stay tuned :)