Random summary post

In an effort to keep regular posts, and because I'm procrastinating, here's my random post. In knitting world, I haven't been knitting. Short story there - it's funny because I think it's what my friend Cece was talking about, I have three sweaters right now - will love them when they are done. But they are fairly boring stockinette stitch and I've been too busy to knit (crazy talk).



In work world, which seems to be my world, I've been super stressed trying to get a huge report out for next week as well as close up a bunch of projects. Doing one or the other of the tasks would be a feat in itself but doing both is just down right crazy. However, still pushing forward because it will be so nice to come back to work in the new year with a clean slate (well, as much as possible). That being said, I can't wait until I'm done with work next Thursday and can kick off the shoes and crash. I feel like I'm back in studio and pulling the late nights before the final review.



In holiday world, I've got to say I'm not really there yet. Even though I work right next to Macy's downtown, the decorations don't seem to be bringing me into the Christmas mood. I think I've been too busy running around with work and trying to figure out what to get people. Case in point, my Uncle Fred (I don't think he reads this, so should be safe for now). It's taken a long time, but I think I finally thought of something to get Uncle Fred that 1) he doesn't already own, 2) he wouldn't think to buy for himself, 3) will be a surprise, 4) he will actually use, 5) will get there on time.



In dating world, I have lined up a bunch of dates for the new year which is exciting (if not all that promising). Granted, one might have fallen through as I just sent back responses to his questions this morning, and having not slept well and being stressed, I'm a bit punchy. Backstory is that this was the fellow that my coworker is also communicating with online and he sent a fairly similar question to her (what is a sustainable building consultant), so wanted to answer differently. Here it is (and back to work for me):



What is a green building consultant?



It's been scientifically proven that painting buildings a shade of green provides an optimum environment to work and play in. There is more harmony, less stress and productivity increases. But what shade? There's so many choices out there - you have everything from the warm yellow based greens to the wonderful blue toned greens - that's where we come in. As a green building consultant we help you through the decision process to find the best match for your needs.



Actually, I've been thinking of changing the title on my business cards to something like 'environmental building consultant', as people don't really know what to make of the 'green' part. I have had people think I worked in the landscaping industry or even in design where I did help with the color selection (just so we are on the same page, the first paragraph is completely fabricated). My job works to make our built environment more environmentally responsible.