Right now I’m in a serious pinch for time and stressed to say the least. After a tiring weekend of work, work, work, this is definitely one of those Mondays where I need all the motivation I can get. Today, there will be no facebook or twitter or IM conversations or pinterest. No phone calls or unnecessary emails and (a big one for me) absolutely NO internet surfing. Just work. I’ve got deadlines to make! So this morning, with my dad’s voice in mind (this was one of his favorite things to say when I was a kid) …

It’s time to buckle down and get it done. Here’s to a productive Monday!

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I don’t usually feel this way about most Mondays…

… but I’m going to see Lady Gaga tonight!! I’m checking out this afternoon to meet up with some girlfriends to get ourselves Gagafied for the concert tonight. Happy Monday!

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