Well, day 3 washing with my diluted Daily Moisture Renewal 2 in 1 found me again with greasy roots, so today I clarified.

I washed once with Herbal Essences clarifying shampoo, rinsed, poured on my vinegar rinse, rinsed that, washed once more with my Herbal Essences clarifying shampoo and rinsed again. Hair was suuuper squeaky clean, but fragile.
    I followed with the matching Herbal Essences clean-rinsing conditioner, rinsed out after a few minutes, capped my hair and went about the rest of my shower. After that was done (and it takes awhile!), I conditioned a second time with the HE clean-rinsing conditioner. Hair smells heavenly! 

No leave-in's or oil or anything today. Just let my hair air dry at the office, separating the wet strands whenever my hands were free.
    Today was a good day to clarify, since I had the early morning shift. 

On the subject of work, there is absolutely no shortage of it these days. Both of my jobs are getting progressively more demanding, and my shifts grow longer. Arrive extra early at the 1st, stay extra late at the 2nd... 
    That might be a good thing if 1.) it didn't cut into everything else that I need to do, and 2.) I was going to reap any financial benefits from it.
    Alas, every cent I'll get tomorrow (pay day) is already spoken for. 

Life is pulling at me from all different directions now. Everyone and everything require more than I actually have to give to them, be it my jobs, my boyfriend, my bills, etc. etc. etc.....and it's really beginning to take a toll. I'm beyond burned out. To the point that I just kind of don't care about anything anymore. 

In other hair news, I've been suppressing the urge to dye my hair some dark, gothly colour - like plum or burgundy. Herbal Essences has a new line called Colorflirt with no ammonia or peroxide, and only lasts about a week. A Level 1 type.
    The colours are great - I'd love to try them, but I know that's bad. 

My Jessica McClintock skirt arrived yesterday.    It's a bit fuller and more formal than I expected, but absolutely gorgeous nonetheless! Definitely one of the most beautiful pieces I have ever bought.
    I got to try it on last night (like I'd been dying to do all day while I was at work) and surprise, surprise....it fits perfectly! A personal tailour could not have done a better job. The waist is perfect, the length is perfect (right down to my toes, even when I wear heels) and that lovely swish of real taffeta when I walk... 

I have a few more items coming. *chortle* Building credit was never so much fun. 

Still doing ok on the arm training front. Today, I did chair dips and wall push-ups in addition to the usual stuff. Only 4 more days. I think I've pretty much gone as far as this light training stuff will get me. My reclaimed muscles are solid to the touch now when I flex them. heh Hopefully I'll be able to do as much for the rest of my body.

Alright...that's all for now.

"I'll see you all a little later."

hehe Thanx, Meg.    I really wish I had a digicam! I'd be posting pix like a nut if I did. *sigh* Maybe on one of these paychecks....  ???

Got a call from a rep at JMC today regarding my next order. Apparently there was a glitch on their website and, long story short, I'm going to have to cancel said order.    Grrrrrrrrr! I was so looking forward to this one, too! 
    Ah well. There will be more in the future, no doubt.

My "boyfriend" and I have finally hit the wall. The details are too personal and difficult to explain, but "the end" that everyone knew was inevitable is drawing very near. There is simply no way to repair the recent damages. At least no way that I can see, and at this point, it just isn't worth trying. I'm done.

The vet has given the family dog 2-4 weeks to live.    Just seeing him in his current condition tears me up. The leg with the bone cancer in it is badly swollen and useless. He can't walk on it. It's hard for him to move or breathe...he is never comfortable. He's dying...and so am I. Seeing him this way kills me. Why do the worst things always have to happen to the best people?
    He's such a happy dog. More than that, he's a happy soul...someone who just loves life and is very easy to please. The simplest things in life make him extremely happy. He doesn't deserve what's happening to him.
    Neither did my first dog...who also died of cancer.    My grandmother didn't deserve it either. But like I said before, life isn't fair...and neither is death.

In a way, I'm glad because this dog actually made it 10 years. My first dog was only 6 when we had to put her down.
    But I'm torn. I want to spend more time with him before he goes, but it hurts me to see him this way. And I definitely don't want to be around when the time comes to put him to sleep. Oh Lord, I couldn't take that. 

All of my work is finally done at my 2nd job. For now.    But at least I get a much needed break!

In hair news, I washed twice today with Herbal Essences Replenishing shampoo before mixing Pantene Intensive Restoration Treatment with the last of an old bottle of HE Replenishing conditioner. I applied this conditioner blend to my hair, and left it in for an hour.
    After rinsing that out, I chased with a few other things. It all seems like a swirl of conditioners...pink, purple, white...I hardly remember just what went on. I know that I used my Suave Lavender & Lilac conditioner, and finished off that bottle of HE Replenishing conditioner...and that my hair smelled and felt lovely afterwards. I guess that's what matters. 

Only one leave-in today, as it should be. Herbal Essences leave-in conditioner...before detangling with my freshly washed RS #45. Oiled the ends today also, and after my hair was dry and brushed, I put it up in the usual velour scrunchie bun.

After leaving work and running a few errands, I visited my parents. My father had invited me to dinner at Claim Jumper earlier, but we ended up going to Del Taco by their house instead.
    My father again suggested that I move back in with them. Just for a year, he bargained, while I save up some money. *sigh* I think he really does miss me. Or at least he thinks he does. But my mother certainly doesn't...and that's just one of countless reasons why moving back in is not an option.

So...that's life for now. The drama continues. 

(((((((((hugs)))))))) why is stress so contagious??

May God bless you, and protect you always Angel !

oh Angel!!! Big hugs to you!!!  I feel so bad,but know that you're going to be better than ever.  It hurts so much when a pet is in pain.  I know I've had many and it doesn't get easier,you just are prepared more,in a way.  It's crappy!!!!  The boyfriend,ack!  Don't even blink,just keep steppin and hold your head up high!

((((((((((hugzzzz, Trisha & Curlgirl))))))))))))) You guys rock. 

On Saturday night, I decided that I'd had enough with the tangles & hairfall, and that the following morning, I would return to the safe haven of Pantene. I guess that really is what just works best for my hair. If it ain't broke, don't fix it.
    Also patched things up with the wayward beau on Saturday night. Surprise, surprise....we both apologized.    My faith in miracles is restored, though he's still far from perfect. More on that later. 

Sunday morning, I clarified. Pantene Purity shampoo, a vinegar rinse, Daily Moisture Renewal conditioner, followed with my Suave Lavender & Lilac conditioner. I could literally almost hear my hair say, "Ahhhhhhh...." 
    Sunday evening, I went to Souplantation for dinner...with my beau. 

Monday, it was DMR again. The 2 in 1 and the conditioner. Light Spray Conditioner and Daily Renewal Treatment as leave-in's, and oil on the ends. This wasn't too bad for the first day, but I wouldn't want to repeat the process just yet. I think my hair still needs some "adjusting time." It's much easier going from crème formulas to gels than vice versa. If my hair is ever going to be comfortable with the DMR line again, it will have to be approached in stages. I have a plan...

After work yesterday, I ran out to the usual Target that I patronize (heh heh) in East County and bought Pantene Classic Clean shampoo, Classic Care conditioner, another Light Spray Conditioner (my current bottle is running low), the Deep Fortifying Treatment and some other stuff. Did you know that the Hershey company makes Cherry Cordial Kisses?! OMG!      I had to get some! And they're delish, of course! 

So anyway, I used the Classic line this morning and am impressed for the most part. The conditioner is thinner than DMR, naturally, but at least my roots aren't greasy. I'll just go with this for awhile.

Oh yes...and yesterday I completed 1 month of arm training.    Wooooooooooooot!!!
    My boyfriend commented this morning that my arms were "buff"...of course, this was after making fun of me yesterday for the "lightness" of the free weight that I'd been using.    Needless to say, I took his "buff" comment with a grain of salt.
    Sad little man just doesn't get it.    I'm not doing this to get "buff." I am merely trying to reclaim the figure that was destroyed by medication some years ago.
    I will say this much, though...my arms are now twice as strong as they were at this time last month. I can throw that dumbell around with ease. Er, the free weight dumbell, not my boyfriend. 

Bad news for the dog, I'm afraid. My mother informed me yesterday that our formerly vivacious yellow lab is not expected to make it through the week. He sleeps a lot, barely eats and needs to be medicated 3 times a day. He can no longer live as he once did and that's horrible.    My mother says that she'll be surprised if he makes it to the weekend. It would take a miracle, I suppose...

Once again, I'm having internet problems, so my entries may be intermittent for awhile. I'm typing this at work and need to go before I run up the phone bill. 
    I have ab exercises to do, lunch to make and a hair treatment to do tomorrow.

Until next time.

lol Thanx, Curlgirl! 

A month's work is definitely an improvement. I hope the rest of my body is as easy to reform...

Oh, I wish there was something I could do to help you. Right now, you get a hug. <<<<<<<hug>>>>>>>>
I hope your days get better. I hope your dog doesn't suffer too much. I've lost a dog that way. It's hard. Keep going. 
Meg

Glad you got to spend time with your dog.  I'm sure it was beneficial for both of you.