Sunday, January 18, 2009.....
Ahhhhhh....the only word that came to mind this morning.
Yesterday, Macy's delivered a new bed to the house and I have to admit it was long overdue. Although, I love, love, love my headboard and foot board, we upgraded from queen to king size. Couple the extra room with a new mattress (old one was 15 years) and you have...ahhhhhhh.....
At the moment, the room is a bit sparse, but my master bedroom is only 9x12 and I was a little unsure of how much room I'd actually have left over for the head/foot boards. Eventually, I'll search for a headboard and in time, when we move into another house, I'll get a foot board (I seriously can't imagine moving into another home with a master bedroom the size of a closet again).
In the meantime, I will enjoy the new bed with my hubby. No more uncomfortable mattress and lots-o-space to sprawl.
Now, I just have to remember the bed is much higher than my last one making it trickier going to the bathroom in the middle of the night.
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Sick, Sick, Sick....
Friday, January 16, 2009....
Ever notice when you're feeling under the weather everything becomes fuzzy?
Last week, I started with an earache and sore throat. That is finally going away, but I awoke this morning to feeling lightheaded and nauseous (no, not pregnant), just the start of a head cold. The kind where you are blowing your nose constantly wondering how does your head fill up so quickly???? It's not fair.
Since I'm at the start of the head cold, I'll be dosing up on Vitamin C and using my Netti Pot (if you don't have one, get one). I can't speak enough of its merits.
While under the weather, I've watched my share of interesting reality t.v. and am amazed at people. Here is a rundown of the shows:
The Bachelor - Seriously women, are you really that desperate to have a man you barely know propose to you? I'm embarrassed to be a women after watching this show, but admit that I love watching these women make fools of themselves.
Tool Academy - OMG....My sister, Yoga Girl, told me about this new reality show and at the end of the episode they tell the guy "You're the Biggest Tool" and ask him to leave. Personally, after the first episode, I wonder if they should have a show for their girlfriends entitled, "Could I Really Be This Stupid to Stay with Him".
Top Chef - Love, love, love this show. Although the contestants are the most sane of the various reality shows, there is still some drama in the kitchen, among the chefs and at judges' table. If you love cooking, this is a great show. However, I have to admit, I do miss Ted Allen as a judge.
Housewives of..... - Right now, it is the OC. I have to admit, I've watched all the Housewives shows from the start and am thankful for my DVR. I'm finding this season to be a bit too shallow and petty for my liking. Vicki and Tamra annoy me. They could be lovely women, but the editing of the show makes them appear to be very mean spirited.
The Biggest Loser - again, thank heavens for the DVR...too many dang commercials, but I always cry at some point in the episode and this week I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the Bob meltdown. That was probably my favorite moment in tv viewing this week.
I am hoping to feel better soon. I've been reading Eat, Pray and Love, but because I'm fuzzy minded, I'm not able to focus and have to keep reading the same page over and over because I can't remember a thing.
Ever notice when you're feeling under the weather everything becomes fuzzy?
Last week, I started with an earache and sore throat. That is finally going away, but I awoke this morning to feeling lightheaded and nauseous (no, not pregnant), just the start of a head cold. The kind where you are blowing your nose constantly wondering how does your head fill up so quickly???? It's not fair.
Since I'm at the start of the head cold, I'll be dosing up on Vitamin C and using my Netti Pot (if you don't have one, get one). I can't speak enough of its merits.
While under the weather, I've watched my share of interesting reality t.v. and am amazed at people. Here is a rundown of the shows:
The Bachelor - Seriously women, are you really that desperate to have a man you barely know propose to you? I'm embarrassed to be a women after watching this show, but admit that I love watching these women make fools of themselves.
Tool Academy - OMG....My sister, Yoga Girl, told me about this new reality show and at the end of the episode they tell the guy "You're the Biggest Tool" and ask him to leave. Personally, after the first episode, I wonder if they should have a show for their girlfriends entitled, "Could I Really Be This Stupid to Stay with Him".
Top Chef - Love, love, love this show. Although the contestants are the most sane of the various reality shows, there is still some drama in the kitchen, among the chefs and at judges' table. If you love cooking, this is a great show. However, I have to admit, I do miss Ted Allen as a judge.
Housewives of..... - Right now, it is the OC. I have to admit, I've watched all the Housewives shows from the start and am thankful for my DVR. I'm finding this season to be a bit too shallow and petty for my liking. Vicki and Tamra annoy me. They could be lovely women, but the editing of the show makes them appear to be very mean spirited.
The Biggest Loser - again, thank heavens for the DVR...too many dang commercials, but I always cry at some point in the episode and this week I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the Bob meltdown. That was probably my favorite moment in tv viewing this week.
I am hoping to feel better soon. I've been reading Eat, Pray and Love, but because I'm fuzzy minded, I'm not able to focus and have to keep reading the same page over and over because I can't remember a thing.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Intelligent Car Conversation.....
Monday, January 12, 2009.....
Yesterday, the hubby and I were out and about running an errand that required a longer than average car ride.
I had brought a stack of magazines and knowing that he wouldn't be interested in some of the tidbits I read in Domino (probably because home organization isn't his thing) I came up with this question: Knowing what you know now, would you want to come back as a man or woman?
His response was what I expected -- a man. However, I had to probe. I was curious as to why. I thought he was going to say something about the inequality of women in the workplace; or it is just easier for men. Nope. Instead, his response was
"I can write my name in the snow when peeing and you can't".
Thank God we were in the car and he couldn't prove the coolness of this statement to me. I might have gotten jealous.
Yesterday, the hubby and I were out and about running an errand that required a longer than average car ride.
I had brought a stack of magazines and knowing that he wouldn't be interested in some of the tidbits I read in Domino (probably because home organization isn't his thing) I came up with this question: Knowing what you know now, would you want to come back as a man or woman?
His response was what I expected -- a man. However, I had to probe. I was curious as to why. I thought he was going to say something about the inequality of women in the workplace; or it is just easier for men. Nope. Instead, his response was
"I can write my name in the snow when peeing and you can't".
Thank God we were in the car and he couldn't prove the coolness of this statement to me. I might have gotten jealous.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Nothing Says Love Like a Kidney......
Thursday, January 8, 2009....
Typically, I don't blog about the latest headlines, but I couldn't pass up commenting on a L.I. divorce settlement request.
It is truly obvious from the request that the husband, a doctor, is the bitter party in this divorce. Not only bitter, but as a doctor, he is also very selfish and immature.
I am going to assume, as a doctor, one understands the importance of saving another's life. I also believe that when any donor makes the sacrifice the recipient is not expecting a childhood game of "indian-giver" to ensue down the road.
What a total idiot! Will attorneys now need to incorporate new donor language stating they can not, at a future date, ask for the organ or a dollar equivalent for said organ back because they don't like the donor (or what if donor has done nothing with his/her life since the operation).
Mr. Bitter-Party-of-One, get OVER yourself.... Even if you are using the kidney as a bargaining tactic, you have kids. At some point, your children will grow up and be able to understand what you've done. Why would you want them to think less of you? Why wouldn't you want them to remember you saved their mother's life?
Counseling. Try it. I've heard it works for many.
Typically, I don't blog about the latest headlines, but I couldn't pass up commenting on a L.I. divorce settlement request.
It is truly obvious from the request that the husband, a doctor, is the bitter party in this divorce. Not only bitter, but as a doctor, he is also very selfish and immature.
I am going to assume, as a doctor, one understands the importance of saving another's life. I also believe that when any donor makes the sacrifice the recipient is not expecting a childhood game of "indian-giver" to ensue down the road.
What a total idiot! Will attorneys now need to incorporate new donor language stating they can not, at a future date, ask for the organ or a dollar equivalent for said organ back because they don't like the donor (or what if donor has done nothing with his/her life since the operation).
Mr. Bitter-Party-of-One, get OVER yourself.... Even if you are using the kidney as a bargaining tactic, you have kids. At some point, your children will grow up and be able to understand what you've done. Why would you want them to think less of you? Why wouldn't you want them to remember you saved their mother's life?
Counseling. Try it. I've heard it works for many.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
How Wrong is this Picture.....
Wednesday, January 7, 2009.....
Yesterday, as I was returning from some errands, I noticed something unusual off the exit ramp of I-95. A man was standing by the light talking on his cellphone and I noticed him holding something folded up in his hand.
As soon as he finished his call, he unfolded the sign "unemployed and homeless -- can you spare some money".
Is it just me or should homeless people be carrying a cellphone?
Needless to say, I didn't give him money because I wouldn't know if he used the money to pay for food, shelter or his cellphone carrier.
Yesterday, as I was returning from some errands, I noticed something unusual off the exit ramp of I-95. A man was standing by the light talking on his cellphone and I noticed him holding something folded up in his hand.
As soon as he finished his call, he unfolded the sign "unemployed and homeless -- can you spare some money".
Is it just me or should homeless people be carrying a cellphone?
Needless to say, I didn't give him money because I wouldn't know if he used the money to pay for food, shelter or his cellphone carrier.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Top Ten Things I Won't do in 2009.....
Tuesday, January 6, 2009.....
As everyone announces their goals for 2009, I thought I'd take a different approach.
Yes, I have goals for this upcoming year, but thought it'd be more fun to tell you things that will definitely not make the list. Here are my Top 10 Things that didn't make my 2009 goals list:
1. Spit. I know what you're thinking. How can she make that declaration? I can. It is extremely rare that I do spit (the dentist chair) and have had many opps over the years to do so, but chose not to.
2. Run a Marathon. I may run one in 2010 or 2011, but not in 2009. I walked a marathon and I'm not delusional enough to think I'm in shape or have the willpower to want to train for one this year. However, kudos to everyone else who does. I think it is a marvelous goal.
3. See any Rocky Movie. I haven't yet and it is my personal mission to keep that mission alive.
4. Sing on the Bonnie Hunt Show. Bonnie Hunt has had some non-famous people on her show perform (one danced the new Beyonce video), but I really can't sing. In fact, I'm pretty horrible and am proud of that fact.
5. Become a Stripper. Unless it is a paint stripper, I will not be stripping in clubs this year. Although, I'm unemployed and I bet they make a decent salary, I will not be doing this.
6. Have dinner at the White House. I really shouldn't rule this one out, but since it hasn't happened yet and I don't know the Obamas, it is safe to assume that I will not be eating at the White House.
7. Not buy a cookbook. That's just silly talk. Anyone who knows me, knows I might stop breathing without my cookbook collection.
8. Read the Bible. I know. I know... I've heard it's a great book, but I know I'm not going to read it in 2009. I have a stack of books I plan to get through this year - some trashy, some classics, but not the bible. In fact, I don't believe I have one in the house. Does that mean I'm going to burn in hell?
9. Skydiving. Not this year. However, I do see this in my future.
10. Star in a Broadway Musical. See # 4 above. Seriously, I have no singing or dancing talent, but I do love to see shows in NYC....
I'm happy I made this list. I have 10 less things to worry about not accomplishing this year. It's so nice to take that burden off my shoulders.
I'd be curious to know what others have on their 2009 Not to Do List....
As everyone announces their goals for 2009, I thought I'd take a different approach.
Yes, I have goals for this upcoming year, but thought it'd be more fun to tell you things that will definitely not make the list. Here are my Top 10 Things that didn't make my 2009 goals list:
1. Spit. I know what you're thinking. How can she make that declaration? I can. It is extremely rare that I do spit (the dentist chair) and have had many opps over the years to do so, but chose not to.
2. Run a Marathon. I may run one in 2010 or 2011, but not in 2009. I walked a marathon and I'm not delusional enough to think I'm in shape or have the willpower to want to train for one this year. However, kudos to everyone else who does. I think it is a marvelous goal.
3. See any Rocky Movie. I haven't yet and it is my personal mission to keep that mission alive.
4. Sing on the Bonnie Hunt Show. Bonnie Hunt has had some non-famous people on her show perform (one danced the new Beyonce video), but I really can't sing. In fact, I'm pretty horrible and am proud of that fact.
5. Become a Stripper. Unless it is a paint stripper, I will not be stripping in clubs this year. Although, I'm unemployed and I bet they make a decent salary, I will not be doing this.
6. Have dinner at the White House. I really shouldn't rule this one out, but since it hasn't happened yet and I don't know the Obamas, it is safe to assume that I will not be eating at the White House.
7. Not buy a cookbook. That's just silly talk. Anyone who knows me, knows I might stop breathing without my cookbook collection.
8. Read the Bible. I know. I know... I've heard it's a great book, but I know I'm not going to read it in 2009. I have a stack of books I plan to get through this year - some trashy, some classics, but not the bible. In fact, I don't believe I have one in the house. Does that mean I'm going to burn in hell?
9. Skydiving. Not this year. However, I do see this in my future.
10. Star in a Broadway Musical. See # 4 above. Seriously, I have no singing or dancing talent, but I do love to see shows in NYC....
I'm happy I made this list. I have 10 less things to worry about not accomplishing this year. It's so nice to take that burden off my shoulders.
I'd be curious to know what others have on their 2009 Not to Do List....
Monday, January 5, 2009
Recap of 2008 Blogs....
Monday, January 5, 2009.....
For friends and family who called me out on not putting up the lawn Santa this year, I decided to tie up the loose ends of some of my blog entries from 2008....
The Year of Big Santa: I had every intention of putting up the big-larger-than-life wooden Santa on the front lawn, but I didn't. I wish I had a great reason, but decorating for the holidays actually started on December 24th and ended that day. We had intended on putting him up on the 25th, but we were racing around setting up for our brunch.
I Married a Monkey: The Christmas present for my nephew came in prior to Christmas. My hubby is still a monkey and loves the flying screaming monkey (equipped with mask and cape) I purchased for him.
I should also note that I discovered a great ad line --- "Everything in winter goes better with a friend. Oh, and a stuffed monkey with a sense of adventure too."
Lawn Ornaments: The ceramic gopher on the edge of someone's lawn was gone in under a week. I'm not sure how long it actually lasted, but the next time I drove down that street, 5 days later, it was gone.
Two lessons learned - 1) put ugly items at edge of lawn if you want to get rid of it; or 2) realize that a ceramic gopher is just begging to be stolen.
My Bank Rant: I learned from the bank they don't skim any money for counting change. After they politely suggested that I can't count, they told me to go to one of the branches and use the coin machine myself. Funny thing, I've used the coin machine three times and each time it has registered what I counted. I've since brought change to the local bank for them to deposit and their count differed from mine again...hmmmmmm...makes you think....
Interview with Company from Hell: I recently saw this job reposted on the job boards. However, this posting indicated a minimum 50% travel requirement. I think they would have given us both an hour back from our lives if they just read my travel tolerance level of under 25%.
I Did Something Stupid: I just have one word for my Waring Pro Meat Slicer "Disappointment"
No Time for Dessert: My friend heard back from the management of Craft. She got crazed at work and I have forgotten to ask if she had time to email them back. It's never too late.
I'll end this entry with tying up my Holiday Drama entry. It turned out that the sister that was making crazy suggestions for how Christmas should be handled didn't show. We had an extremely heated one-sided conversation where I lost it. It is a very long story and has nothing to do with this post, but she didn't come to Christmas at my house.
However, she continued the holiday drama by not informing me she wasn't coming. Instead, her friend wrote me to tell me she wasn't coming.
Christmas actually turned out to be very nice. I found it relaxing and my entire family had one conversation going on all day long. Everyone participated, everyone listened and I got to know just a little bit more about each of my family members and their dates and spouses.
I know that 2009 will be a great year! I am hoping the same for everyone else.....
For friends and family who called me out on not putting up the lawn Santa this year, I decided to tie up the loose ends of some of my blog entries from 2008....
The Year of Big Santa: I had every intention of putting up the big-larger-than-life wooden Santa on the front lawn, but I didn't. I wish I had a great reason, but decorating for the holidays actually started on December 24th and ended that day. We had intended on putting him up on the 25th, but we were racing around setting up for our brunch.
I Married a Monkey: The Christmas present for my nephew came in prior to Christmas. My hubby is still a monkey and loves the flying screaming monkey (equipped with mask and cape) I purchased for him.
I should also note that I discovered a great ad line --- "Everything in winter goes better with a friend. Oh, and a stuffed monkey with a sense of adventure too."
Lawn Ornaments: The ceramic gopher on the edge of someone's lawn was gone in under a week. I'm not sure how long it actually lasted, but the next time I drove down that street, 5 days later, it was gone.
Two lessons learned - 1) put ugly items at edge of lawn if you want to get rid of it; or 2) realize that a ceramic gopher is just begging to be stolen.
My Bank Rant: I learned from the bank they don't skim any money for counting change. After they politely suggested that I can't count, they told me to go to one of the branches and use the coin machine myself. Funny thing, I've used the coin machine three times and each time it has registered what I counted. I've since brought change to the local bank for them to deposit and their count differed from mine again...hmmmmmm...makes you think....
Interview with Company from Hell: I recently saw this job reposted on the job boards. However, this posting indicated a minimum 50% travel requirement. I think they would have given us both an hour back from our lives if they just read my travel tolerance level of under 25%.
I Did Something Stupid: I just have one word for my Waring Pro Meat Slicer "Disappointment"
No Time for Dessert: My friend heard back from the management of Craft. She got crazed at work and I have forgotten to ask if she had time to email them back. It's never too late.
I'll end this entry with tying up my Holiday Drama entry. It turned out that the sister that was making crazy suggestions for how Christmas should be handled didn't show. We had an extremely heated one-sided conversation where I lost it. It is a very long story and has nothing to do with this post, but she didn't come to Christmas at my house.
However, she continued the holiday drama by not informing me she wasn't coming. Instead, her friend wrote me to tell me she wasn't coming.
Christmas actually turned out to be very nice. I found it relaxing and my entire family had one conversation going on all day long. Everyone participated, everyone listened and I got to know just a little bit more about each of my family members and their dates and spouses.
I know that 2009 will be a great year! I am hoping the same for everyone else.....
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