An Update….on the life of Lauren.. :)

Ok, so it’s been far too long since I last posted, but hey, I’ve been back in Ireland, and I’ve been a little bit busy….

Here’s what’s been going on:

• I went to England, and found a pony…. His name is Morgan, he’s a 13.2 “traditional” cob stallion, with beautiful markings, and a cheeky little attitude. I adore him already, and although I am trying not to get TOO excited in case it doesn’t work out, I am BEYOND excitement about bringing him over, to his new home!! Fingers crossed he will be here within a month!!
• I quit my job in Clarks… NOT perhaps my best economic move, but most definately best for my sanity levels…They are reassessing the situation now, and hopefully I can be transferred to a different store, with a better management system. Again, this is all up in the air!
• Trudi, my horse, was diagnosed with mild arthritis… it’s not serious yet, it’s just in her neck and one hock, so hopefully with stretching and supplements for her joints, she’ll be ok…
• My beautiful friend Margarita died, 3 weeks and a day ago…31 March 1989 – 4 June 2009… Margo was an inspiration to everyone who ever met her, she was a true friend to everyone, and never uttered a bad word about anyone.. She fought her battle so bravely, so courageously, and with unbelievably few tears.. I am so proud of her, I miss her, but I am not sad… Margo, I called up to chat to you…was lovely to see your mum and Kate there, and Louise and Eleanor too called up!! Ride your ponies, be free… I’ll see you on the other side pet!
• I totalled my car… Again. I was overtaking, and somebody pulled out of a junction in front of me… We hit head on, and although not badly hurt, I have some pretty funky muscle damage to my neck and shoulders, and some delightful tummy pain where my seat-belt dug in.. Ah well, could have been worse, and cars can be replaced. Kelsey is clearing subliminally linked to me, and didn’t want me to suffer alone… So she fell off her horse the same day, and broke a few ribs… Way to go KPC!!
• I had a three and a half hour coffee date… Ashleigh came home… I reckon the only reason we left was because I had to pick my younger brother up from school!
• I have met a guy… and I sort of like him. It’s still insanely new, and I’ve seen almost a bit much of him this week, but that’ll settle down I’m sure… He’s 21, he lives about an hour away, he’s smart, funny, handsome, sweet, he makes me laugh and I enjoy spending time with him… As I said, I’ve probably seen him too much this week – 5 times in 4 days – but to be honest, that is NOT ENTIRELY my fault… It should have been 3 times… but he spontaneously drove down to see me on Wednesday night, despite our spontaneous lunch on Wednesday! :p We had a lovely date night last night… He even let me beat him at pool!! (Silly fella potted the black!
• I finally caved in and got a Crackberry style phone… The Samsung Tocco… I can email.. I can facebook… I most likely will lose it or kill it… I love it and hate it in equal measure!
• Oh  yeah, and I got my exam grades back… I did really well! I finished up second year, and will be starting final/senior year on a 2.1, which for my American friends, is one step down from the top! I’m really chuffed, coz I’m very close to a First Class honours, so with just a touch more effort, I could definitely get that!!

So there you… 6 weeks in a nutshell!

---