really irked

So, my bag arrived this morning. I opened it immediately looking for my camera, thinking that the worst case scenario would be that it'd be damaged in the long shipping process. I rip through my stuff and the camera's not even in there at all. After the initial shock, I realize that my jewelry case isn't in there at all either. I call the airline and I'm supposed to fill out a missing items report with the total cost of each item missing. It feels like even if they reimburse me I should be doing something further, doesn't it? It's pretty obvious that the items were stolen. No TSA ticket was found in my bag, so it wasn't like it was searched and items were not replaced, it was a pretty obvious theft. What would you do? Whatever I do, it's going to be a hassle. I miss my camera already :(

no pictures

No pictures of this weekend and the airline is to blame. I was in New York this weekend for the wedding shower of a cousin. I had a great time, and got to see tons of family I hadn't seen in forever. Then, because of a long story, I had to check my bag once I got to the gate and was ready to board the plane. They said that it'd be at the baggage claim once I got to Indy... no such luck. Then they said that it'd be on the next plane in later that evening and would be delivered to my door by now... also no suck luck. After searching online and talking to the automated voice on the phone, I learned that the bag has yet to be located at all. Any bets on when/if it will get back to me?

So because I wasn't expecting to check my bag, I shoved several things in there at the last second without really thinking-- my camera was one of them. Darn. Never check anything that valuable!! I know that, I really do, but who can make good decisions when they're ready to board and the gate attendant tells you you can't take the bag on the plane and you're rushing to fill stuff out.

So here's the run down of what I'm bummed to be missing...
Camera, newly purchased a few months ago.
Hair dryer. I loved that hair dryer.
Flat iron. Was thinking of replacing it anyway, but still.
Necklace & earrings that I really loved. On certain days they are my favorites.
All make up I use on a daily basis, plus the brush set that I use.
My favorite jeans. Got them on sale of course so they were really cheap, but I loved them and they fit super well. Why didn't I wear them on the plane instead??

Looking over the list I estimate that it would take about $700 to replace it all (mainly because of the camera), if I would replace everything. Not to mention the bag. We probably wouldn't replace the bag, but still. And I'm still holding out hope that it's located and returned without any damage!

It was a very quick trip but because of the shower I got to see almost all of my mom's family and catch up with everyone. What a treat!

** UPDATE **

I just realized another bummer. My coat was tucked into the bag at the last minute as well. Not only was a great coat, but I just spent $80 to get it relined. I've had it for a long time, and thought it'd last forever. Still holding out hope that it's found!

birthday fun

It was my friend Holly's boy's first birthday party this past weekend. It was a 90's hip-hop theme, so that explains the unusual outfits! As usual, my camera battery was almost out but I managed to snap a few of the cupcake time :) (And like always, you can click on the photos to see the larger view)
What a fun day!

Good Friday

Happy Good Friday, everyone! I will be going to see my church's production of the Passion Play this evening with my "little" bro. Steve's playing in the orchestra, and I'm excited to see the changes in the play this year. What a fun way to spend the evening pondering what this weekend means and how it has and will affect my life. I love Easter :)

house updates

We put this one in our downstairs bathroom.



This one we put on a canvas to hang in our bedroom. The vinyl of the monogram isn't sticking too well to the canvas. I might need to glue some of the edges down still.

Right next to our front door.


And lastly, we wall mounted the tv. The computer desk in there is hopefully temporary. I'm going to look for some type of unit to put in that corner to put dvd player, the wireless router, etc. and maybe put the computer on as well. We'll see.

date night

We're going to see Stomp tonight!