The good news is my battery woes will be resolved today; the bad news is, my car is dead in my work parking lot & I'm using my 4th AAA call

Car won't start again. This is when I really hate being single. Thank goodness for AAA.

Happy Thanksgiving to all my friends and family. I am thankful for each and every one of you! <3

I'm in a great mood today! :)

It is kinda sad coming home to an empty house. I wish I had someone to cuddle with! At least everything is just how I left it. There is that

Last full day in Hawaii. Home tomorrow.

Another day in paradise. Life is good. Full of gratitude. Ready for many more good things! Bring it.

An awesome first full day. Now relaxing inside, listening to the ocean, watching hunky 300 men on TV, renting a RedBox movie for $1.25 next.

In the shuttle. On our way to the airport! Vacation time!

Work is done! It is all about preparing for Hawaii tomorrow. Let the vacation mode BEGIN. ALOHA!!!

4 more years!!!!!

Get out there and VOTE today!

Hazel asked for milk and I asked her what the magic word was. She said with enthusiasm, Abracadabra!

Sleepover número deux is in effect at Auntie Cassie's. Hazel is napping-Dinner is planned-Conversation never stops. Let the grounding begin!

Happy Birthday to my awesome sister! A day of facials, massages, lunch, and conversation. Bring on the F-U-N!

Way to go Giants!

Wish me luck tonight! My first run in awhile. It's only 5 miles so I should be fine. Bring on the Oakland Hella-Ween run. I'll be a pumpkin.

Tonight is my night with Hazel! I'm so excited to see my girl. Feels like it has been a long time...

Awesome sleepover at my sister's w/ Hazel. Now a day for me. Movie, music, shopping & good friends! Great way to end the week! Happy girl :)

Comcast is here. Haven't been able to get my 2nd box up & running. Been trying since the 1st. Previous tenants had 2. Not sure the problem.

Mommy forgot 2 things: her swimsuit & her toothbrush. We have been sharing a toothbrush & she tells everyone she'll swim with wet panties :)

We were traveling backwards all the way to LA (from SLO) on Amtrak but now we are in the same seats and going forward to San Diego. Strange!

Damn! Left her milk sippie and half of an awesome sandwich in the hotel fridge! Hope I locked the car door. Feeling frazzled.

I know I am doing the right thing but is still hard sometimes :(

Lawrence brought all the rest of my stuff over to my new place. Now I just have to figure out where to put it all. I need storage solutions!

My body is tired but my mind is calm. Slept for more than 8 glorious hours last night. Today, a built in break-a visit w/ an old friend w/ H

I feel like I've been GO GO GOing and I'm tired!

I am determined to finish my move in the next 3 days but I'm a bit overwhelmed :(

Slept like a baby in my new bed, in my new apartment, all by myself! Today: A's game bound. GO Oakland!!!

Ahhhhhhhh, home alone at night in my new place for the first time. Wish I had Internet but at least I have my phone!

I just cried on the phone with Comcast and then hung up on them. I am sure they didn't feel a thing...

Wish my luck on my biggest move day. I hope to maintain peace & balance during this stressful time. I see the light at the end of the tunnel

Can I try being someone else? I am tired of being myself :(

Last full week cuddling with my daughter every morning :(

Beach Day! Heading to Half Moon Bay with Hazel. I have some great friends! I am full of gratitude for all of the ongoing support. Love life!

Hello Saturday. No plans. Sun is already shining. What should Hazel and I do today? So many possibilities! I love unstructured weekend time!

I'm having a hard day. I think my strength ran out finally :(

Found my anger. Goodbye wounded and hurt. Hello pissed! Glad I have today to work through it and find my way back to love. Love my Fridays!

It's only 9:15am and I'm already down to 65%. I'm already in a power struggle with my iPhone battery. Saw a guy yesterday w/ power strip :)

Day three in SF for Dreamforce. Today I have a 9am first session. It's gonna be a LONG day! Possible dinner with a consultant tonight. Yawn!

Day 2 of Dreamforce, meeting a potential new colleague, and Lawrence and I have our first in-person mediation appointment. BIG day today! :)

Daddy is going to the Giants game tonight. Who wants some Hazel and Tracy time? I have a car... Rare and rarer but not for long! ;)

Today is the 1st day of SalesForce's DreamForce. Time to bind w/ Willow & Frank C. Also time to bust out the fall clothes! Cape n' boots day

You know we are in trouble when I am the one organizing the dinner cooking: maiden voyage of my dad's new BBQ. Steaks, grilled veggies = YUM

Hello. My name is Tracy and I make shit happen! :)

I got the apartment!!! Move in date October 1st.

I feel a rebirth. I am rediscovering who I am as a woman, mother, sister, daughter, friend, human being. I love this universe!

Had WAY too much fun yesterday. Thanks Paul, Patrick, and Jenn. Today is family day. Grandpa/Dad & Nieces/Cousins, with a little bit of sis.

Don't want to be a total downer but my neighbor committed suicide yesterday. Sending love to his partner Dr. Ed :(

Thanks to everyone who has reached out to me in support! You have touched my heart, more than I can ever express. I'm on the path to love <3

At the end of a marriage, we have a feeling of limited-ness. Shared space is sparse. Finding our NEW rhythm, there is love undiscovered. <3

SO excited about my first Guided Meditation tonight. Found an awesome new therapist yesterday. I am on a roll! Maybe I'll even lose @WW :)

I am having so much anxiety around going home today so I decided to hike up to cell phone rock to watch the sunrise. http://bit.ly/PUQJ9O

I'm liking the new Facebook mobile format! Great improvements.

Basking in the warmth of a wonderful family vacation & catching up w/ my best friend from Portola Junior High, Shannon Cook. Love that girl!

Still stuck in Colfax. A woman fell between cars and there are 4 fire engines working on her :(

Booking several personal travel items including Hawaii w/ my sis, Amtrak to Reno & San Diego with Hazel (separate trips) & an overnight = :)

Day off today for working Sarurday! Ahhhhhhhh...

Had an EPIC party in my suite tonight. I couldn't believe the turn out. Missed Emily and Willow but everyone else was represented. We rocked

SO excited for today! Beer tasting for the NEW Parkway: Dust Bowl, Heretic, and Ale Industries. http://ping.fm/3Gd9H

Man, it is hot out on the deck! Where was this weather this weekend?

Weekly laundry and grocery shopping done! Tomorrow is a totally fun day with no chores. LOVE that!

Preach love and acceptance of all and then, and only then, you will have my attention.

The Hampton Inn Livermore is hopping. Who knew?

Reflecting, contemplating, soul searching theme of the day is WWWD = What Would Willis Do

I find myself awake in the night - my head filled w/ thoughts of Willis. Thank you to Deb, David & Kyle my hosts and Felicia my travel pal.

It feels strange not running off to a swim lesson right now.

I feel like I need a massage!

I got good sleep last night but I am exhausted.

It is DSC Summer Social Day! Today is the day I get to bond w/ the coworkers I don't directly work with regularly while playing, not working

Feeling recharged and ready for a fabulous work week! Love my job and the people I work with. Grateful. :)

Happy 4th of July! Be safe out there.

It's Reno day! Heading to the choo-choo soon! Hazel can't wait. Bring on the fun...

Vacation, I love you!

My dad just offered to send my sister and I back to his timeshare condo in Kauai for the week we did it last year, right before Thanksgiving

Flight delayed 15 min. Hope I can sleep on the plane. I am SO tired! Can't wait to be home in my own bed tonight and see Hazel in the morn.

Last day in Chicago. Heading home tonight. It has been fun at the first DSC National Conference!

Good morning Chicago! Kick off for the DSC National Conference is a half hour away! Should be a great day of learning today. DSC2012

Hips are sore from my two gym work outs. Feels nice to work different muscles. Forgot how much I love working out first thing in the morning

Good morning Chicago, day 2! Thanks for showing me a good time so far. Keep it up!

3 most annoying movie patron archetypes were in my small theater: the talker, the snorer, and the loud packaging eater. Good movie anyway!

Last day in the office until July 9th. Lots to do today!

Just signed Hazel up for her first swim lesson starting on Saturday! She is going to be a Piedmont Guppy. I am so excited for her!

Poor Lawrence dropped Hazel and I off at home and went back to work. A server boot drive died. He did bring 2 beers and a frozen pizza...

4 days in the office and then out for 2 weeks. One week working in Chicago and then one week on vacation - taking Hazel to Reno on the train

What a great 24 hour get away! I really needed that!!!

Stoked about our family trip to Lodi. This is our 1st overnight (besides Grandma's house & cabin) since Hazel was born. Many more to come?

Hazel said she feels better and is ready to go to school with her friends. Just fed her breakfast without medication. I think she is ready!

Small victories. She ate some pasta tonight! Yay!!!

8 years ago on a beach in Half Moon Bay, Lawrence and I were married. Hard to believe it has been that long. Feels like yesterday! Love you!

A rare night that hubby is out and I am home alone with Hazel!

No 4:30AM Waste Management trucks! Complaining worked.

Right hamstring muscle hurts. Ouch!

One up, one down.

Homemade vodka martini with jalapeño stuffed olives. Me likey!

My husband's weakness is not coffee nor chocolate. It is Doritos. Who knew?

We are hiring a Mac Help Desk Operator, if you know anyone: http://ping.fm/QMczx

Worst fears realized: Lawrence and I both have lice. Primary focus: Do not reinfect Hazel! :(

I am missing my running. I wish my ankle would hurry up and get better so I can get back to it!

"Turns out lice infestations are a bit like miscarriages — when you speak up, almost everyone has a story." http://ping.fm/kMkwx

5th load of laundry in 24 hours: cleaning, combing, and crying - not my best day but it will get better!

I have a new, albeit undesired, understanding of nit picking :(

Not the day I was expecting...

We have our first lice outbreak :(

Sat next to a woman at lunch talking to her niece about her driving test. Just had a total flash-forward about Hazel...

My thoughts are with my mom today as she heads to Stanford for her consultation. Thanks to Robin and Dave Kempster for accompanying her. <3

Happy Mother's Day to all of the caretakers of children. It is not an easy job but it sure is rewarding-be good to yourself today & everyday

Just started reading my first book on my husband's basic Kindle. Much to my surprise, I totally loved it! Sharing might prove challenging...

All I did was think about two things I wanted or wished for today and I got both within minutes. Now that is how I like it! Keep it coming!

Hazel slept in until 7 this morning but I didn't get the benefit of it because hubby decided to get up & check on her at 6 & let the cat in.

I come down to bed a few minutes ago & the light in Hazel's room is on. I open the door to find her standing in front of a pile of jammies

A rash of break-ins at our condo complex: car, bike & now mailboxes. We might have the perp on surveillance footage. He cut wires to 2 cameras

Finally hit that sweet spot of relaxation about 24 hours into vacation. I REALLY needed this. Lounging by the pool all day = awesome

Lots of helicopters already. Happy May Day Oakland - keep it peaceful please! Today's planned events listed here: http://ping.fm/GHaSE

Combatting a 3-year-old's tantrum/meltdown with a super tickle attack and winning = priceless

My mind is floating in a pool in Palm Springs w/ a cold adult beverage on the side, in 95 degree sunny weather or at night in the hot tub...

For the first time ever, Hazel got herself up, got dressed, opened her door, and knocked on our door instead of calling for me from her bed.

We have transitioned to nights w/ no pull-up, just panties. I think we might be all done w/ diapers completely! Wet pull-ups are a rarity :)

Hazel's 3 year check-up went well. She is 3'2" tall, 32 lbs. She didn't know her last name but does now & her fave fruit was fruit snacks :(

SO looking forward to working with 2 new hires in our department mid-next month. Especially the return of Darlene! YAY!!!

I love an evening rooibos or black tea with milk. Warm, comforting, satisfying, yummy. Ahhhhhhhhhh...

The last of my Toddy iced coffee tastes REALLY good this morning. Should I make more for next weekend or is it going to be cold again? Hmmmm

Hazel woke up in tears this morning at 6:30 sad that all of our "visitors" were gone this morning. So sweet! I guess we need more visitors!

I am completely mired by indecision! Feeling tired and lazy but guilty for not getting out to enjoy this beautiful weather. What to do?!?!?

Is the week over yet?

Mmmmm... there is nothing like a really good pear! :)

Man this storm is LOUD and bright!

I have some awesome Facebook friends! Thanks for getting us to 1,000 http://ping.fm/plElN WHOO HOO!!!

I feel lost without my work computer. How did we use to work without them? I can't remember... I think I'll __ (nope), how about __ (nope)

A storm is a comin'

Is it nap time yet?

I couldn't love my little girl any more! She is the reason for bringing my best everyday! Love you Hazel-more than words could ever express.

Why am I so freaking exhausted? I'm tired of being tired :(

A quote from my sister: My spirit guides are sending in reinforcements! I love that!!! :)

It's looking like a great day to stay in & cuddle by the fire!

Happy birthday to my dad today. Looking forward to the celebration tomorrow!

Happy Birthday Hazel! Three years ago, you changed my life forever! I love you and I can't imagine life without you. <3

3 years ago today I was at Alta Bates in a life transition to becoming a mother. It was a hard-fought battle that took years to take place.

Soreness is much better today (not worse, like I feared) but now I am fighting a cold on top of it all. Can't catch a break this season! :(

I am so sore! Went to bed at 8:30 'til 7. Every time I rolled over in my sleep = OUCH! My left ankle leaves me limping too but all worth it!

Official Oakland Running Festival time for my first half marathon = 3 hours, 20 min, 35 seconds. This is without running the last 3 weeks.

No Hazel puking during sleep. We both went to bed at 9. Woke up to no rain! Running at 9:15. Hoping for a dry run. Going to just do my best!

Uh oh, Hazel just puked all over me. She said she puked just like a cat. Zoomer pukes a lot :(

Hazel for the first time went potty in the night all by herself without calling us in to help her. She will be 3 a week from today. So proud

Had a fabulous lunch with my girl Sam. Needed that positive perspective. Thank you!

I will be SO relieved when Sunday is over. I am nowhere near where I wanted to be for my first half-marathon. I still have a cough even :(

It is seriously coming down! Glad I am inside, dry, and cozy with my family. :)

Can't wait to celebrate one of my favorite people tonight: Samantha Johnson!

Sick of being sick... :(

Nebulizer breathing treatment scheduled for this afternoon. Don't think I should wait... :(

Got pretty good sleep & Hazel even slept in a bit but my lungs are killing me. Bad, bad asthma. Maybe the rain will help. If not, Nebulizer.

Don't forget to Spring Forward tonight! One less hour this weekend...

Feeling yucky :(

Oh no, I have a bit of a scratchy throat. Maybe it is allergies from being out in that nasty wind yesterday. I'll hope for that! :(

Man I love Berkeley. Whole lot 'o crazy going on and it is super awesome. Sitting in quiet observance - I need to do this more often! :)

Thankful to not have my usual 8AM meeting this morning. Yawn...

We are buying an annual pass & heading to the Oakland Zoo today! Hazel's first time & we can't remember how long it's been for either of us.

Looking forward to my Beer dinner at MacArthur Garage Sunday night. Couldn't get a date but gonna have fun no matter what! New friend op...

My sty finally came to a head. Gross but welcome relief!

Horoscope: A positive resolution to any pressing issues should be right around the corner for you-I sure hope so. It has been a hellofa week

I got the inaugural St. Amant wine club shipment from Lodi: '10 Mohr-Fry Zin, '10 Marian's Zin, '10 Barbera and a FREE '81 Bootleg Port=YAY!

My eye hurts! Also, it is my GOOD eye so when I am treating it, I can barely see anything :(

Oakland love from AAA's Via Magazine this month: http://ping.fm/yTN2a

Woke up with a stiff neck! Ouch :(

Only 3 days in the office this week, only 3 days in the office this week, only three days in the office this week, only three days...

Hazel, Grandma, and Toby are all napping. Cassie is out writing and Zoe, Maia, and I are having quiet fun! :)

Sister talk till midnight, pulled Hazel into bed with me & we both slept well = 1st time, sent her upstairs to G'ma at 6:45 & I just woke up

Had a little Hazel and Mommy dance party right before bedtime and it was AWESOME!

The bus driver just stopped the bus and kicked off the people in the back for smoking weed.

I had a lovely Valentine's Day with my husband and daughter at Jupiter in Berkeley. One of the best in my books! Cask beer, family & laughs!

Got my California State Tax Board refund already! Now just waiting on my BIG Franchise Tax Board refund. I am feeling the L-O-V-E! :)

Happy "Just Because I Love You Day"! That is what Team Umizoomi called it. I like it better than VD which reminds me of STDs :(

I swear I smell pot. It is the Fox but it's a kids concert!

I have been having SO MUCH FUN lately and it is not over yet! Fox Theater with the kids today, tattoo consult, and blind beer tasting Monday

Whitney Houston dead? http://ping.fm/GpEd3

SF Beer week after Birthday week and Superbowl weekend means busy, busy, busy! Maybe I over committed myself? I don't do that too often. :)

Basking in the Birthday afterglow. Thank for all of the love! A special shout out to Jenn W., Leon, Josh & Lawrence for making it special!

On this day, my 42nd birthday, I reflect on the wonderful & fulfilling life I have. I am grateful/thankful/humbled-thank you for being there

Man, I picked the right train! It is Customer Appreciation day and they have wine tasting and free food! Pretty cool.

Another great night in "my old room". Bring on the annual Ludwig/French Superbowl party-can't wait to catch up w/ old Ventura County friends

Start of day 2 - my Ventura County vacation staying with Debbie, David, and Kyle in "my old room". Yoga and then wine near the beach! Yay!!!

I just canceled my regular emails from Diapers.com because my daughter is pretty much potty trained (exceptions: long car trips). Whoo hoo!

Taxes DONE! Send me my refund!!!

Lawrence and I are going to attempt to do our taxes tonight. Wish us luck! I think we have all of the paperwork we need. Refund, refund, ...

Just watched the absolute final episode of Friday Night Lights :(

I am hoping that the Aqua team breathes new life into this Buggest Loser season. Someone needs to bring some positivity! Negative-Nelly :(

I support the Occupy Wall Street's ideals. I do not support the actions of Occupy Oakland: destroying property and running up city costs=sad

My 1st time sharing a room w/ Zoe went well! Marisa's 1st time sharing w/ Hazel went well too but had a 2am climb-in-bed for 45 min. moment.

Every adult gets a child tonight at Grandma's house except Grandma Carol - she gets the dog! Marisa+Hazel, Cassie+Maia, Tracy+Zoe, G'ma+Toby

One week from today I will be in Los Angeles/Ventura County with my So Cal besties! I seriously can't wait!!!

I am sore from my almost 9 miles of running so far this week and LOVING it! :)

Happy Birthday to my niece Zoe today! Hazel and I can't wait to spend the weekend at Grandma's with you! Love you SO much!!!

What is with this season's Biggest Loser? I just can't get behind these people. We are in episode 4 and I still don't care about them :(

Running is the best sleeping pill!

4.17 miles of pure running bliss!

I am going to attempt my second run in January today. Wish me luck! I am still a little wheezy but psychologically I NEED to try this today!

Miracle of miracles, my husband just asked if I wanted to leave work a little early today. Those of you who know him = 2nd time in 10 years.

I have zero meetings today - what a rare treat! I should get LOTS of stuff done. ;)

I had the BEST night sleep last night since before Christmas with ZERO aid. No pills, alcohol or anything else. I am so excited! I needed it

Having a great day already wandering through misty San Francisco. Coffee, shopping, Occupy protest, beer, movie (Pariah) later, time w/ Jenn

Slept well & woke up a little less stuffy this morning. Great night with Susan on the train & Mom at dinner. More mom time today-then home!

Took my hubby's Temazepam last night, not bad: http://ping.fm/UG1F3

I think I am going to cry! My doctor just called and my thyroid levels were normal! It must be my Shingles or my cold meds or my inhaler :(

My Yahoo acct was hacked. If you get spam from me, I apologize in advance. Damn Zappos! tracyldunn or tracyarrowsmith @yahoo.com = sender

Went to bed with HALF an Ambien last night and that sure did the trick. No foggy hangover this morning! Slept right through the night. Yay!

I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed - that all men are created equal! - MLK Jr.

Went to bed with Ambien for the 1st time last night. I had a pleasant night's sleep but did wake up in a slight fog. Back to codeine tonight

What a GREAT game!!!

Heading to the Boice's today. A little football, a little food, a little drink, a big celebration, a lot of laughter-gonna be a great party!

Ward off your friggatriskaidekaphobia by making your own luck today! Remember, life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.

I am the proud owner of an iPhone 4s on the Verizon network. Some of my text messages didn't make it over from AT&T since Nov. but so far :)

Last day bonding with my remote work family: Tab, Iz, Sue, Linda, Gina, Christine - I'm going to miss you gals!!!

I'm switching my phone from AT&T to Verizon (from the iPhone 4 to 4S) tomorrow & I may not get texts. Trying to reach me? FB message or call

Went to bed at 7:30pm - almost slept all the way through to 6:15 this morning. I needed that! This cough is annoying but I can function. :)

Ahhhhhh, great night sleep! I REALLY needed that. Ready to bond with my wonderful work family today at an off-site 3-day extravaganza! :)

WHAT? sensory symptoms can linger for a few months or w/ postherpetic neuralgia can last for months or years after the shingles rash clears.

Through my Shingles-induced sleep-deprivation I am either having an emotional breakdown or breakthrough. I pray for the latter... :(

It's 5AM & I can't sleep! Awake for at least 2 hours & I have a VERY busy week ahead, not to mention my training running for upcoming half.

Phew! Another fabulous day with my sister, nieces, daughter & my bestie Marisa! Emotional, grounding, centering, enlightening, fabulous! :)

Quote from my office roomy Michael: sometimes when a man has the right amount of the right cologne, I want to go up to them & snuggle=agreed

Oh no, Hazel was up at 6:45am this morning. Ouch! Good thing it's Friday. She is usually a 7:30 girl but she has an annoying cough :(

Hey, current and past El Cerrito peeps - is anyone in touch with Laurie LaPointe?

Hope this bout of Shingles does not threaten my first half marathon at the end of March.

I am starting the first work day back from my vacation with an email from my long-lost co-teacher from Los Angeles Unified and Dyer Elem. :)

Heading to Studio Grow this morning in Concord with my sis and her kids. Hope everyone else didn't have the same idea!

Happy New Year! Quote for ya: One resolution I have made, and try always to keep, is this: To rise above the little things. ~John Burroughs