March 5 - March 7, 2010
Once again, a quiet weekend. Being broke is no fun! ;) Friday night, my friend and I went to a diner because we wanted "breakfast for dinner." Aren't these nights the greatest? I love pancakes at 10 o'clock at night! Especially, chocolate chip! Yum!
Saturday night...nothing. Went to work, then went home. Nothing exciting at all. The weather was gorgeous here Sunday! Oh my goodness, Spring Fever! I love it! Nice weather makes you feel different! You feel lighter, happier, you smile more! It's fantastic! Just imagine when I'm surrounded by palm trees, the smell of the ocean, and sand in between my toes?? A smile is never going to leave my face! ;)
The Oscar's! My favorite part is not the actual presentations. It's the dresses. What are your favorites this year? My favorite was Sarah Jessica Parker's vintage Chanel! The other was Demi Moore. The worst was Charlize Theron. It looks like the roses are grabbing her breasts. Not okay. Everyone liked J. Lo's dress. Although, interesting, I feel like the spiral-like shape is similar to other dresses she's worn recently. Also, it looks like the side piece was "clicked" on there. Ha! Same with Queen Latifah. I love the Queen, but she wears the same style every year. I know she's a bigger woman, and I find her absolutely gorgeous, but with all of the fabulous designers out there, spice her up a little more!
I must say, I absolutely LOVE the bracelets everyone wore! The glitzy, chunky bangles! I want them all! I loved Faith Hill's! And Sandra Bullock and Kate Winslet's hair is beautiful. The simplistic, yet chic waves are modern, but classy! The loose hair like George Clooney's girlfriend and J. Lo's thrown up bun is too sloppy for such a prestigious event. I'm sure it took time for it to look so sloppy as well. The time was wasted, not well spent.
And I would just like to make a comment about Bradley Cooper and Gerard Butler presenting together. It pretty much made my weekend! Bradley Cooper is just plain sexy! Gerard Butler has the "bad boy, next door" look going for him, which all woman find super sexy! Whew! Good choice, Oscar people. Good choice!
I swear to God, my grandma knows everything! I do not know how she does it, but every time she says something is or isn't going to happen...she's right. I always disagree with her saying, "Yeah right, that's not going to happen," or "I really think you're wrong this time." Nope. I'm always wrong. There are some things, I wish she were wrong about. Of course, when she tells me, I'm going to find the man of my dreams in Florida and live happily ever after...I want her to be right! ;) She's my personal psychic! Ha! She's a wise woman. Hopefully, one day, I can be like this!
Note to self: Baseball is a great way to look at life. It definitely throws you curve balls when you feel like you've already won the game. Life is a never ending game. Just when you think you're ahead, the other team scores. You can strike someone out, but they always come back for another pitch. The saying, "it's just a game," has value to it. Life is just a game. Learn how to play it. Learn how to win. Learn how to lose. Learn that whether you strike out, hit a home run, or get a walk...you'll always get another swing of the bat. And always know, there's someone in the bull pin, waiting to take your place. Be strong and be confident with each play. Everyone scores at some point. And if someone scores against you, don't get down. Because in the end, you will win your game of life. Give yourself no other option. ;)
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Sunday, March 7, 2010
Monday, March 1, 2010
Day 179
March 1, 2010
Today is a bittersweet day for me. I told my jobs, I am leaving. (Tear rolls down the face) =( I love New York, but I can't wait to get to Florida, either! I will most definitely come back to visit, over and over, but as far as living goes...I can't do it. Oh well! I tried! Like I've said, living in New York City has always been something I've dreamed of doing. I would have been mad at myself forever, if I never took this plunge!
So, the cough medicine I took last night, did not work. Ugh. I think I may have went through a whole box of Kleenex tissues. Cough medicine does nothing for me--it never has. If anyone has good suggestions (hint hint to all you moms out there), please let me know! I will tell you this though...the aloe, anti-viral Kleenex are the bomb! My nose still feels soft after all of the damage done. ;)
I'm at work, not spacing off, but not really "with it" either. A group of guests walk past me, the lady smiles and says, "Hi." So, I smile back and say, "Hello." She seemed like a very nice women. I thought to myself, Goodness, she looks familiar. I know I know her from somewhere. She really looks like _____ _____. Well, guess what? It was her! I can't say her name, but I can tell you she is known for her country music and a really funny television show! There was one other super sexy country star there also. Whew hew! Rastle me up a down-home, country man! ;)
Well, I'm miserable, so I'm going to bed. Goodnight!
Note to self: Always be mindful of HOW you say something to someone. It doesn't matter what comes out of your mouth. The tone in your voice says it all. Even though you don't mean to sound a certain way, doesn't mean the other person takes it as such. You don't mean to sound snippy with guests, but when it's brought to your attention that you were, it's pretty embarrassing. So just be careful of your tone. Also, saying nothing also says a whole lot too! Good or bad. ;)
Today is a bittersweet day for me. I told my jobs, I am leaving. (Tear rolls down the face) =( I love New York, but I can't wait to get to Florida, either! I will most definitely come back to visit, over and over, but as far as living goes...I can't do it. Oh well! I tried! Like I've said, living in New York City has always been something I've dreamed of doing. I would have been mad at myself forever, if I never took this plunge!
So, the cough medicine I took last night, did not work. Ugh. I think I may have went through a whole box of Kleenex tissues. Cough medicine does nothing for me--it never has. If anyone has good suggestions (hint hint to all you moms out there), please let me know! I will tell you this though...the aloe, anti-viral Kleenex are the bomb! My nose still feels soft after all of the damage done. ;)
I'm at work, not spacing off, but not really "with it" either. A group of guests walk past me, the lady smiles and says, "Hi." So, I smile back and say, "Hello." She seemed like a very nice women. I thought to myself, Goodness, she looks familiar. I know I know her from somewhere. She really looks like _____ _____. Well, guess what? It was her! I can't say her name, but I can tell you she is known for her country music and a really funny television show! There was one other super sexy country star there also. Whew hew! Rastle me up a down-home, country man! ;)
Well, I'm miserable, so I'm going to bed. Goodnight!
Note to self: Always be mindful of HOW you say something to someone. It doesn't matter what comes out of your mouth. The tone in your voice says it all. Even though you don't mean to sound a certain way, doesn't mean the other person takes it as such. You don't mean to sound snippy with guests, but when it's brought to your attention that you were, it's pretty embarrassing. So just be careful of your tone. Also, saying nothing also says a whole lot too! Good or bad. ;)
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Day 176 - Day 178
February 26 - February 28, 2010
This was, for the most part, a quiet weekend. I have a lot of saving to do for the near future. Friday night was movie night at my apartment! Nice and relaxing, I suppose. The fact that it was STILL snowing all day and all night Friday pretty much put a damper on going out to do anything. But you have to love movie nights!
Since the snow was coming down all around us, I had to dress like an Eskimo to make it to work dry and decent. I had my dress on, over a pair of black sweatpants, my rainboots, a huge scarf, and my red puffer jacker. I looked like a walking marshmellow, dyed red. Guess who I see scraping off his car? Yup. The firefighter. Of course! Son of a gun! I look like I weigh 300 pounds, trekking through the snow, while my umbrella is blowing me every which way on the sidewalk. Fabulous!
I'm actually going to miss seeing him from time to time. I guess I'm going to have to find a new firefighter in Florida to take his place. Or maybe a cabana boy? Whichever one works for me! ;) And I was actually thinking about this. I'm not going to see snow for a really long time! I got sad for a brief moment--meaning about 30 seconds, then I quickly got over it! ;) It's nice to grow up with all four seasons, but then I tell myself, you can have all four seasons. It's called...vacation. ;)
So, my friend, the chef, is okay! Yay! His surgery went fantastic! I was so excited to see his face and hear that everything is on track to healthiness!
Lately, I've been told about all of the nice and caring things people have been saying about me--supporting me in my future endeavor. The fact that I'm crazy and moving again! I really appreciate it, so thank you! It means a lot! As you know, I'm nuts! And right now, I'm super stressed out! A guy at works told me, "Ashley, you seem really stressed out." Well, minus the fact that I couldn't keep still because I consumed two extra-large cups of coffee, plus two more xl cups of pop, he's correct. For those of you who know me, I wear my heart on my sleeve. It's so hard for me to hide my emotions. Which reminds me of a movie! My brother will be so proud that I am finally able to quote a movie. Watch this!
So, I'm a terrible friend and forgot to write in my blog it was my friend, Greg's, birthday a couple of days ago! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GREG! He moved back to Iowa from Salt Lake City! Welcome home, pal!
But I'm telling you right now, he's going to miss it there! He loves his snow and he loves outdoor winter activities! I just tell him, I'm counting the days until he goes back. Or at least back to a place that's similar to the SLC! Here are a couple pictures of Greg and I--my friend since 3rd grade!
As far as Sunday goes, I'm now sick. All of this climate change has done no good for my system. My aunt and mom tell me I sound awful, so this is no good! Time for a serious dose of cough medicine and rest!
Note to self: Buy a P-Touch! It's one of the best inventions around! When you become a labeling machine at work, you realize how fabulous and easy this would make your life! It's a typewriter, printer, and cutter all in one! Fantastic! What this really boils down to is...enjoy the simple things in life!
Side note: I just remembered this point. I'm glad I didn't forget. Did you know they legalized marijuana in New Jersey? Ha! That's hilarious! Especially, New Jersey! Those fist-pumpin', mega-tanners are going to be even more crazy! Just imagine next season's Jersey Shore episodes! Pandaemonium, I tell you! Snooky already looks like she's hyped up on something...is she hiding something in that bump-it of hers? ;) After looking at their website, I'm seriously at a loss for words at the potential this has. I love it! Way to go New Jersey for continuing to live up to your stereotypes!
This was, for the most part, a quiet weekend. I have a lot of saving to do for the near future. Friday night was movie night at my apartment! Nice and relaxing, I suppose. The fact that it was STILL snowing all day and all night Friday pretty much put a damper on going out to do anything. But you have to love movie nights!
Since the snow was coming down all around us, I had to dress like an Eskimo to make it to work dry and decent. I had my dress on, over a pair of black sweatpants, my rainboots, a huge scarf, and my red puffer jacker. I looked like a walking marshmellow, dyed red. Guess who I see scraping off his car? Yup. The firefighter. Of course! Son of a gun! I look like I weigh 300 pounds, trekking through the snow, while my umbrella is blowing me every which way on the sidewalk. Fabulous!
I'm actually going to miss seeing him from time to time. I guess I'm going to have to find a new firefighter in Florida to take his place. Or maybe a cabana boy? Whichever one works for me! ;) And I was actually thinking about this. I'm not going to see snow for a really long time! I got sad for a brief moment--meaning about 30 seconds, then I quickly got over it! ;) It's nice to grow up with all four seasons, but then I tell myself, you can have all four seasons. It's called...vacation. ;)
So, my friend, the chef, is okay! Yay! His surgery went fantastic! I was so excited to see his face and hear that everything is on track to healthiness!
Lately, I've been told about all of the nice and caring things people have been saying about me--supporting me in my future endeavor. The fact that I'm crazy and moving again! I really appreciate it, so thank you! It means a lot! As you know, I'm nuts! And right now, I'm super stressed out! A guy at works told me, "Ashley, you seem really stressed out." Well, minus the fact that I couldn't keep still because I consumed two extra-large cups of coffee, plus two more xl cups of pop, he's correct. For those of you who know me, I wear my heart on my sleeve. It's so hard for me to hide my emotions. Which reminds me of a movie! My brother will be so proud that I am finally able to quote a movie. Watch this!
So, I'm a terrible friend and forgot to write in my blog it was my friend, Greg's, birthday a couple of days ago! HAPPY BIRTHDAY, GREG! He moved back to Iowa from Salt Lake City! Welcome home, pal!
But I'm telling you right now, he's going to miss it there! He loves his snow and he loves outdoor winter activities! I just tell him, I'm counting the days until he goes back. Or at least back to a place that's similar to the SLC! Here are a couple pictures of Greg and I--my friend since 3rd grade!
As far as Sunday goes, I'm now sick. All of this climate change has done no good for my system. My aunt and mom tell me I sound awful, so this is no good! Time for a serious dose of cough medicine and rest!
Note to self: Buy a P-Touch! It's one of the best inventions around! When you become a labeling machine at work, you realize how fabulous and easy this would make your life! It's a typewriter, printer, and cutter all in one! Fantastic! What this really boils down to is...enjoy the simple things in life!
Side note: I just remembered this point. I'm glad I didn't forget. Did you know they legalized marijuana in New Jersey? Ha! That's hilarious! Especially, New Jersey! Those fist-pumpin', mega-tanners are going to be even more crazy! Just imagine next season's Jersey Shore episodes! Pandaemonium, I tell you! Snooky already looks like she's hyped up on something...is she hiding something in that bump-it of hers? ;) After looking at their website, I'm seriously at a loss for words at the potential this has. I love it! Way to go New Jersey for continuing to live up to your stereotypes!
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Day 160
February 10, 2010
I woke up this morning at 8:00 a.m. to it snowing outside. It's now 10:15 p.m. and STILL snowing outside! It's been crazy!!! Non-stop snow and the wind is insane! Thank you Midwest for sending us all of this crap! I didn't have to work today, so I have yet to leave my apartment. The only time I left is when I went downstairs to get a package! Yay for mail! I wasn't expecting anything, so I was really excited to see who it was from!
It's a package from my best friend in Chicago! She sent me a really fun Valentine's Day box! She is so darn cute! She told me she got the cheesiest stuff she could find! Remember when I told you about our conversation a while back? Well, she got me a wine glass for the wine to drink; lip-print kleenexes for me to cry into; and chocolates to stuff my face with; all the while watching a movie!! Hahaha! She's so funny! The best thing in the box...a white teddy bear holding a heart picture frame! Classic! Check it out below!
I woke up this morning at 8:00 a.m. to it snowing outside. It's now 10:15 p.m. and STILL snowing outside! It's been crazy!!! Non-stop snow and the wind is insane! Thank you Midwest for sending us all of this crap! I didn't have to work today, so I have yet to leave my apartment. The only time I left is when I went downstairs to get a package! Yay for mail! I wasn't expecting anything, so I was really excited to see who it was from!
It's a package from my best friend in Chicago! She sent me a really fun Valentine's Day box! She is so darn cute! She told me she got the cheesiest stuff she could find! Remember when I told you about our conversation a while back? Well, she got me a wine glass for the wine to drink; lip-print kleenexes for me to cry into; and chocolates to stuff my face with; all the while watching a movie!! Hahaha! She's so funny! The best thing in the box...a white teddy bear holding a heart picture frame! Classic! Check it out below!
So, the "Grow a Boyfriend" she got me it hysterical! One problem...it takes 72 hours for him to grow! That's not right! Now, I have three Valentine's Day great to store in the memory! One: my high school boyfriend (the 'follow the note cards' is such a fun idea); then another year, my friend held a Pure Romance party (those are really fun), and now this! A fabulous gift from a great friend! ;) I'm pretty sure, I've already eaten half the bag of conversation hearts!
It's actually been a really fantastic day! My morning started off better than I expected it too! I don't really want to talk about it right now, but keep your fingers crossed for me! ;) Basically, my day consisted of getting some things figured out and in order. So, since I don't want to talk about it, I have nothing left to say! Stay tuned!
Note to self: If you're going to spend money on something, you better make sure to take it seriously! Make the money spent, worth your while, and bust your butt every chance you get to ensure it's worth the pay off! It's crunch time and you have to have your game face on! When you realize there is no room for second place and you have to be number one, it's a lot of pressure. But pressure you know you can handle. Once you realize how strong you really are, face the challenge with confidence and be sure you're the one who crosses the finish line first!
Sunday, February 7, 2010
Day 156
February 6, 2010
I am the biggest procrastinator today! I don't have to be to work until five, so I just kind of loaf around this morning. The wind is howling outside my glass sliding door, making it seem like it's traitorous outside! I wait until the very last minute to leave because I hate the thought of walking in such cold weather! When I get to work, the heat isn't really working. My nose is frozen, I can't feel my fingers, and the hair on my arm is standing straight up! So, me and the other hostess take turns going back into the kitchen to warm up!
Work definitely proves to be interesting. I tell ya' what. Nothing exciting happens in your life, until you least expect it! I expected tonight to be boring, for fear I wouldn't have anything to write about. But oh no! You can thank "The Desperate Housewives of New Jersey" wannabe's for this! A group of 17 comes in for a gentlemen's 45th birthday. Let's just say, they were having a really good time, before they came in! The women walk in, where the only real thing on them, may have been their Tiffany's.
(P.S. This is the engagement ring I like. Of course girls look at this stuff! It's fun! Check it out! Don't freak out over the price! In my opinion, this is a gift that lasts forever! It's a great investment! Because with me, honey, it is forever! You're stuck with me! ;) I would be okay with it not being from Tiffany's. I actually prefer it to NOT be from there. Too cliche! If I pop open a Harry Winston box, forget about it! I'm ALL yours! ;) )
Anyways...
Our manager tells them we cannot serve them any alcohol. The reataurant is liable for them when they leave. Smart move on her part. They get mad! Oh man, do they get mad! I stand up front, so I have no idea what's going on. The birthday boy starts walking out and I say, "Hey, are you coming back?" I'm completely kidding with him because I really thought he was going outside to smoke or something! He mumbles something and walks out. His wife follows a bit later, crying! I figured they got in a fight.
Then, the other people slowly start floating up front. I get really nervous because they are complaining something fierce. I don't want them to say anything to me! What am I going to say? So, I just stand there, staring at the computer, hoping they will hurry and go away!
Okay, I'm sorry, but when you show up, three sheets to the wind, do you really expect us to serve you more alcohol? Not only are you literally yelling in our dining room, but you are being rude to everyone.
So, there is one lady left. Ms. Cheetah print, fur coat says to me in her cocky attitude, "Can you explain to me what just happened?"
Me: "Well, I don't know."
Cheetah: "Well, your witch of a hostess just kicked us out. She said she couldn't serve us because we're drunk. We're not drunk. And I'm a big wig at New York Magazine."
Me: "Well, ma'am, I do know that one guest couldn't even walk by himself when he came into the restaurant. He had to be held up by two of his friends."
Cheetah: "What if he has an illness? She just discriminated against him."
Me: "Does he have an illness?"
Cheetah: "Yea"
Me: "Really? Because when he left, he was walking just fine by himself. He didn't need the help of his buddies, so I don't think that's the issue." You're really going to pull the discrimination card? Please.
On the upside, the Super Bowl is tomorrow! I was stumped on what to bring to the pot luck, so I asked the chef! He puts together a bunch of herbs and spices for me and tells me to just add sour cream! He's so sweet! It's going to be so good! Who are you rooting for? I'm going for the Saints, all the way! I'm actually more excited for the commercials. Bud and Bud Light always have the best commercials! Hopefully they hold up to their reputation this year! Three million for an advertisement--you'd hope they would!
Note to self: Randomly read your horoscope. Even though, most people think they're more of a coincidental type of thing, it's still fun! My grandma reads mine to me today because it's all too perfect!
"Some people have a hard time letting the wind carry them where it will. That's not your challenge. It's way harder for you to stay in one place for any duration. You're in luck. You'll be asked (and maybe paid) to wander."
Crazy! All I can think of is...drum roll, please...Florida!?!?!?! Maybe? Is a job offer coming my way? Ooohhh...I don't know, but hopefully this is true because I can't wait to find out!!! ;)
Also, go to a psychic once in your life! It's so much fun! I've been to two! It's so funny how you take what they say and twist it into your own reality! I do believe some things they say are true. Both said I will be wealthy someday. Gotta love that! One said I'm going to write a book! Awesome! Both said I'll only be married once, with two children--one boy and one girl! Perfect! Just what I want! They both said other things, but it's weird how both psychics told me things most wouldn't assume about me.
Psychic one told me I need to drink green tea because it will help me with a health issue I have. Weird! Who knows about that?? This is the same psychic who told my friend that she is a twin and that someday, she'll have twins! Crazy!
Psychic two told me and I quote, "You cry too much over..." She's talking about a certain situation. No way do you know this! No one would EVER guess that! It's nuts! She also said other things that ended up being true. She is one insightful lady!!! I want to go back and talk to her now!!! ;)
I was looking online for things to do for my friend's bachelorette party and apparently, there is a lady in NYC that's a psychic, who does readings for bachelorette parties! Why on earth would you want to go to one of these ladies pre-wedding? No way! I would be petrified she would tell me something awful--like my fiance likes men, or my bridesmaid is going to run away with him, or something crazy like this! ;) I don't recommend it.
Have fun with your Super Bowl festivities! Whatever they may be! GO SAINTS!!! ;)
I am the biggest procrastinator today! I don't have to be to work until five, so I just kind of loaf around this morning. The wind is howling outside my glass sliding door, making it seem like it's traitorous outside! I wait until the very last minute to leave because I hate the thought of walking in such cold weather! When I get to work, the heat isn't really working. My nose is frozen, I can't feel my fingers, and the hair on my arm is standing straight up! So, me and the other hostess take turns going back into the kitchen to warm up!
Work definitely proves to be interesting. I tell ya' what. Nothing exciting happens in your life, until you least expect it! I expected tonight to be boring, for fear I wouldn't have anything to write about. But oh no! You can thank "The Desperate Housewives of New Jersey" wannabe's for this! A group of 17 comes in for a gentlemen's 45th birthday. Let's just say, they were having a really good time, before they came in! The women walk in, where the only real thing on them, may have been their Tiffany's.
(P.S. This is the engagement ring I like. Of course girls look at this stuff! It's fun! Check it out! Don't freak out over the price! In my opinion, this is a gift that lasts forever! It's a great investment! Because with me, honey, it is forever! You're stuck with me! ;) I would be okay with it not being from Tiffany's. I actually prefer it to NOT be from there. Too cliche! If I pop open a Harry Winston box, forget about it! I'm ALL yours! ;) )
Anyways...
Our manager tells them we cannot serve them any alcohol. The reataurant is liable for them when they leave. Smart move on her part. They get mad! Oh man, do they get mad! I stand up front, so I have no idea what's going on. The birthday boy starts walking out and I say, "Hey, are you coming back?" I'm completely kidding with him because I really thought he was going outside to smoke or something! He mumbles something and walks out. His wife follows a bit later, crying! I figured they got in a fight.
Then, the other people slowly start floating up front. I get really nervous because they are complaining something fierce. I don't want them to say anything to me! What am I going to say? So, I just stand there, staring at the computer, hoping they will hurry and go away!
Okay, I'm sorry, but when you show up, three sheets to the wind, do you really expect us to serve you more alcohol? Not only are you literally yelling in our dining room, but you are being rude to everyone.
So, there is one lady left. Ms. Cheetah print, fur coat says to me in her cocky attitude, "Can you explain to me what just happened?"
Me: "Well, I don't know."
Cheetah: "Well, your witch of a hostess just kicked us out. She said she couldn't serve us because we're drunk. We're not drunk. And I'm a big wig at New York Magazine."
Me: "Well, ma'am, I do know that one guest couldn't even walk by himself when he came into the restaurant. He had to be held up by two of his friends."
Cheetah: "What if he has an illness? She just discriminated against him."
Me: "Does he have an illness?"
Cheetah: "Yea"
Me: "Really? Because when he left, he was walking just fine by himself. He didn't need the help of his buddies, so I don't think that's the issue." You're really going to pull the discrimination card? Please.
On the upside, the Super Bowl is tomorrow! I was stumped on what to bring to the pot luck, so I asked the chef! He puts together a bunch of herbs and spices for me and tells me to just add sour cream! He's so sweet! It's going to be so good! Who are you rooting for? I'm going for the Saints, all the way! I'm actually more excited for the commercials. Bud and Bud Light always have the best commercials! Hopefully they hold up to their reputation this year! Three million for an advertisement--you'd hope they would!
Note to self: Randomly read your horoscope. Even though, most people think they're more of a coincidental type of thing, it's still fun! My grandma reads mine to me today because it's all too perfect!
"Some people have a hard time letting the wind carry them where it will. That's not your challenge. It's way harder for you to stay in one place for any duration. You're in luck. You'll be asked (and maybe paid) to wander."
Crazy! All I can think of is...drum roll, please...Florida!?!?!?! Maybe? Is a job offer coming my way? Ooohhh...I don't know, but hopefully this is true because I can't wait to find out!!! ;)
Also, go to a psychic once in your life! It's so much fun! I've been to two! It's so funny how you take what they say and twist it into your own reality! I do believe some things they say are true. Both said I will be wealthy someday. Gotta love that! One said I'm going to write a book! Awesome! Both said I'll only be married once, with two children--one boy and one girl! Perfect! Just what I want! They both said other things, but it's weird how both psychics told me things most wouldn't assume about me.
Psychic one told me I need to drink green tea because it will help me with a health issue I have. Weird! Who knows about that?? This is the same psychic who told my friend that she is a twin and that someday, she'll have twins! Crazy!
Psychic two told me and I quote, "You cry too much over..." She's talking about a certain situation. No way do you know this! No one would EVER guess that! It's nuts! She also said other things that ended up being true. She is one insightful lady!!! I want to go back and talk to her now!!! ;)
I was looking online for things to do for my friend's bachelorette party and apparently, there is a lady in NYC that's a psychic, who does readings for bachelorette parties! Why on earth would you want to go to one of these ladies pre-wedding? No way! I would be petrified she would tell me something awful--like my fiance likes men, or my bridesmaid is going to run away with him, or something crazy like this! ;) I don't recommend it.
Have fun with your Super Bowl festivities! Whatever they may be! GO SAINTS!!! ;)
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Day 154
February 4, 2010
First and foremost...CONGRATULATIONS to Shelby for getting a job!!!! Way to go, girl!!! ;)
Back story: New York's sidewalks are covered with God knows what. Spit, pee, gum, puke, whatever. You name it, it's on there. So, I'm walking to work today and take notice that people don't pay attention to where they walk. One guy steps in some sort of liquid...who knows if it's soda, dog pee, human pee. I dodge any form of feces, food (whole or up-chucked), and liquid. I'm not stepping on this stuff and dragging it with me where I go! My apartment does not need human feces hanging out on my rugs! I don't understand how people don't care where they walk! It's gross! I know I look like the neurotic lady who weaves in and out of the sidewalk, but I don't care. I'm not the one who's going to smell like dog crap when I walk into a nice restaurant or store! ;)
I also get to thinking about something else. Do you ever wonder what people are really like outside of the environment you see them in? I do. All the time! I wonder if the handsome gentlemen, with slicked back, beautiful hair, fantastically tailored, trendy suit, and adorable smile is as nice as he seems. It could go either way. He is either A: nice and I'm being really judgmental, or B: arrogant as all get out. The type of guy who is an excellent charmer, but once you're "with him," is a complete jacko. I'm sort of leaning towards letter B. Sad, but oh-so true! If you only saw him. He reminds me of one of those guys you see on CSI: Miami. The uber-professional, who is super sexy, and loves to have a good time.
So, I'm at work tonight and before the guests go to the table, I always say, "Enjoy your evening," or "Enjoy," or something along these lines. A guest comes up and asks where the restroom is. I say, "Follow me this way...It's going to be here on the left. Enjoy!" The cocktail server walks by right then and says, "Did you just tell her to 'enjoy'?"Crap. Yup. Sure did.
When I get home, I hop on Facebook. I feel like I haven't been on in such a long time! I'm out of the loop with everyone! Anyways, I see all these postings on people's statuses about Urbandictionary.com. Apparently, you're supposed to look up your name and copy and paste what your name means in your status. I'm instantly intrigued and curious as to what mine reads. I have such a common name, it could go in any which way! The first one reads, Ashley, 1. "The most beautiful person I've ever met and the love of my life." 2. A young lady who always looks her best. Not many can handle her. (which my family would say is completely true! ;) ) She must always meet expectations and live up to her rightful name of the awesomest person everyone knows." Those are the definitions I will forever live by! ;)
My brother, Brett: "An extremely attractive American male, who is good at everything. Often can be found in beautiful women's beds." Slut. Uh-oh, mom! Maybe you should have "the talk" with your son! ;) It's disgusting how Brett really is good at everything he does. Whatever. I'm not bitter. ;)
My mom, Rhonda: I always tell my mom I see more African American women with her name, Rhonda. You rarely see a white woman named Rhonda. Definition 1: "A strong, opinionated woman who lives for the day." That's nice. Definition 2: "...a thug's best friend!" Hahahaha! I told you, mom! You're so gangster and you don't even know it! ;)
My dad, Robert: "The most incredible guy in the universe, end of story. He isn't concerned with himself at all, but instead concerned with other people. He takes your breathe away and leaves you speechless. And he has a way of making your heart melt like no one else ever will. Robert is so wonderful, it's almost impossible to find the words to match." Oh. My. God. Whan! Whan! This is too funny!!!!
I have a perfect dad. A ghettofied mother. A beautiful, perfect, yet hoochie brother. What a white-house, picket-fence family we are! ;) Try it! Look up your name on Urbandictionary.com! It's hysterical!
So, my New Year's Resolution is to not dwell on the past, remember? Well, what if your past keeps popping up in your face? It just won't go away. What the heck!? Examples: I see a clone of my ex's dad walk into the restaurant with a group of businessmen. My heart sinks. A woman comes up to the host stand, who is identical to a girl I believe my ex cheated on me with--actually, I'm pretty darn sure. I had to do about a quadruple take on her. Again, my heart dropped. Why is this happening to me? Crazy, I know! Then, I get a call tonight and they say, "Do you have a reservation under the last name ..." I don't want to say his name. It's the last name of the guy I dated after my ex. Way too weird. Again, my heart dropped. And it's not necessarily a common last name, either. Life's funny and a true test of strength and character!
That's another thing. Is there such a thing as feeling bad for not caring anymore? Because that's me. Is that possible? I know it sounds crazy, but lately I've come to the realization that I really don't want something anymore, but at the same time, feel bad that I don't really think about it as much as I used to. Is this normal? I have no idea.
Note to self: When you hear about a huge snow storm coming your way, get ready. Don't make plans to go out. Buy some popcorn, maybe a little ice cream, and have a movie night at home. There is no need to get out in something that sounds so horrible! Also, wear rain boots! You don't want to be like the ice-man from the other night, who slipped and fell sideways, on his butt, walking down the sidewalk. Save yourself the embarrassment, hold on to your dignity, and avoid any situations like at all cost! ;)
First and foremost...CONGRATULATIONS to Shelby for getting a job!!!! Way to go, girl!!! ;)
Back story: New York's sidewalks are covered with God knows what. Spit, pee, gum, puke, whatever. You name it, it's on there. So, I'm walking to work today and take notice that people don't pay attention to where they walk. One guy steps in some sort of liquid...who knows if it's soda, dog pee, human pee. I dodge any form of feces, food (whole or up-chucked), and liquid. I'm not stepping on this stuff and dragging it with me where I go! My apartment does not need human feces hanging out on my rugs! I don't understand how people don't care where they walk! It's gross! I know I look like the neurotic lady who weaves in and out of the sidewalk, but I don't care. I'm not the one who's going to smell like dog crap when I walk into a nice restaurant or store! ;)
I also get to thinking about something else. Do you ever wonder what people are really like outside of the environment you see them in? I do. All the time! I wonder if the handsome gentlemen, with slicked back, beautiful hair, fantastically tailored, trendy suit, and adorable smile is as nice as he seems. It could go either way. He is either A: nice and I'm being really judgmental, or B: arrogant as all get out. The type of guy who is an excellent charmer, but once you're "with him," is a complete jacko. I'm sort of leaning towards letter B. Sad, but oh-so true! If you only saw him. He reminds me of one of those guys you see on CSI: Miami. The uber-professional, who is super sexy, and loves to have a good time.
So, I'm at work tonight and before the guests go to the table, I always say, "Enjoy your evening," or "Enjoy," or something along these lines. A guest comes up and asks where the restroom is. I say, "Follow me this way...It's going to be here on the left. Enjoy!" The cocktail server walks by right then and says, "Did you just tell her to 'enjoy'?"Crap. Yup. Sure did.
When I get home, I hop on Facebook. I feel like I haven't been on in such a long time! I'm out of the loop with everyone! Anyways, I see all these postings on people's statuses about Urbandictionary.com. Apparently, you're supposed to look up your name and copy and paste what your name means in your status. I'm instantly intrigued and curious as to what mine reads. I have such a common name, it could go in any which way! The first one reads, Ashley, 1. "The most beautiful person I've ever met and the love of my life." 2. A young lady who always looks her best. Not many can handle her. (which my family would say is completely true! ;) ) She must always meet expectations and live up to her rightful name of the awesomest person everyone knows." Those are the definitions I will forever live by! ;)
My brother, Brett: "An extremely attractive American male, who is good at everything. Often can be found in beautiful women's beds." Slut. Uh-oh, mom! Maybe you should have "the talk" with your son! ;) It's disgusting how Brett really is good at everything he does. Whatever. I'm not bitter. ;)
My mom, Rhonda: I always tell my mom I see more African American women with her name, Rhonda. You rarely see a white woman named Rhonda. Definition 1: "A strong, opinionated woman who lives for the day." That's nice. Definition 2: "...a thug's best friend!" Hahahaha! I told you, mom! You're so gangster and you don't even know it! ;)
My dad, Robert: "The most incredible guy in the universe, end of story. He isn't concerned with himself at all, but instead concerned with other people. He takes your breathe away and leaves you speechless. And he has a way of making your heart melt like no one else ever will. Robert is so wonderful, it's almost impossible to find the words to match." Oh. My. God. Whan! Whan! This is too funny!!!!
I have a perfect dad. A ghettofied mother. A beautiful, perfect, yet hoochie brother. What a white-house, picket-fence family we are! ;) Try it! Look up your name on Urbandictionary.com! It's hysterical!
So, my New Year's Resolution is to not dwell on the past, remember? Well, what if your past keeps popping up in your face? It just won't go away. What the heck!? Examples: I see a clone of my ex's dad walk into the restaurant with a group of businessmen. My heart sinks. A woman comes up to the host stand, who is identical to a girl I believe my ex cheated on me with--actually, I'm pretty darn sure. I had to do about a quadruple take on her. Again, my heart dropped. Why is this happening to me? Crazy, I know! Then, I get a call tonight and they say, "Do you have a reservation under the last name ..." I don't want to say his name. It's the last name of the guy I dated after my ex. Way too weird. Again, my heart dropped. And it's not necessarily a common last name, either. Life's funny and a true test of strength and character!
That's another thing. Is there such a thing as feeling bad for not caring anymore? Because that's me. Is that possible? I know it sounds crazy, but lately I've come to the realization that I really don't want something anymore, but at the same time, feel bad that I don't really think about it as much as I used to. Is this normal? I have no idea.
Note to self: When you hear about a huge snow storm coming your way, get ready. Don't make plans to go out. Buy some popcorn, maybe a little ice cream, and have a movie night at home. There is no need to get out in something that sounds so horrible! Also, wear rain boots! You don't want to be like the ice-man from the other night, who slipped and fell sideways, on his butt, walking down the sidewalk. Save yourself the embarrassment, hold on to your dignity, and avoid any situations like at all cost! ;)
Monday, January 18, 2010
Day 137
January 18, 2010
Today is a beautiful day! Yay for warm weather and sunshine! And...it's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!! You know what that means? This whole entire city is basically shut down! No internship for me, so I finally get around to doing some errands! I walk to Barnes & Noble because I got a gift card from there for Christmas. It's great! Reading used to be one of my top three, least favorite things to do in life. Now, it's one of my favorite things to do! I love taking an hour or so at night (usually longer) and sitting down to turn off the television and just read. Getting lost in a book is a great stress reliever!
Then...I have to go to the grocery store! Sometimes I like going, sometimes I don't! Today, I don't. But it's getting to the point where I'm starving myself, so I figure it's probably time to get some supplies! I have a question...is four dollars for non-name brand peanut butter necessary? Yeah, I didn't think so either! I hate money! And I hate grocery store prices! Especially here! A box of saltines are $5! They're crackers! The cheap crackers! Crackers that people eat for dinner when they want to lose weight! Five bucks? Really? It's insane!
I get to work and it's dead. Our guests are typically the business people that work in the area--so, since all have the day off, no one is dining with us! I do have to tell you about this great deal The Capital Grille is having! It's our seasonal menu of, "Gourmet Comfort Food!" It looks so yummy! I mean, Lobster and Shrimp Pot Pie? Get out of town! Delicious! You get an appetizer, salad, choice of four entrees, a side dish, plus a dessert--all for the low price of $49! That's cheap! Where else can you go, get this kind of quality food, and great service for this price?? Nowhere! So, go to The Capital Grille from now until February and try it out! As for the dessert...both options are delicious! You can't go wrong with either!!
I have deemed myself a computer nerd. The last few nights, all I have been doing is working in InDesign and Photoshop, making Maddie's bachelorette gifts! She is going to love them! I can't tell you because she reads my blog and I don't want her to find out! But it's good! When I set my mind on something, I focus on it until I get it accomplished! So, I've been a computer loser, but I'm okay with it! I love it! Some people get lost in books, some people get lost in cleaning. (Those people are weird! ;) ) I get lost being creative on the computer!
Note to self: "Give me the luxuries in life and I will gladly do without the necessities." -Frank Lloyd Wright (quoted in his obituary)
Give me a Gucci bag and I will gladly go without food for a while! You won't die if you don't eat for a couple days. ;) If I could sit on a beach in the French Riviera, I could go without shelter! Who needs it when you're looking out on one of the most beautiful places you've ever seen? You see, necessities is such a broad term. What's really necessary? Oxygen? Of course. Water? Obviously. The love of family and friends? Most definitely. But an Elie Saab couture dress would surpass any need I may have for electricity! I'll light a candle! The next time someone asks you if what you're doing is really necessary, think about it? If it has anything to do with a Burberry bag or Christian Louboutin shoes...it's necessary!
Today is a beautiful day! Yay for warm weather and sunshine! And...it's Martin Luther King, Jr. Day!! You know what that means? This whole entire city is basically shut down! No internship for me, so I finally get around to doing some errands! I walk to Barnes & Noble because I got a gift card from there for Christmas. It's great! Reading used to be one of my top three, least favorite things to do in life. Now, it's one of my favorite things to do! I love taking an hour or so at night (usually longer) and sitting down to turn off the television and just read. Getting lost in a book is a great stress reliever!
Then...I have to go to the grocery store! Sometimes I like going, sometimes I don't! Today, I don't. But it's getting to the point where I'm starving myself, so I figure it's probably time to get some supplies! I have a question...is four dollars for non-name brand peanut butter necessary? Yeah, I didn't think so either! I hate money! And I hate grocery store prices! Especially here! A box of saltines are $5! They're crackers! The cheap crackers! Crackers that people eat for dinner when they want to lose weight! Five bucks? Really? It's insane!
I get to work and it's dead. Our guests are typically the business people that work in the area--so, since all have the day off, no one is dining with us! I do have to tell you about this great deal The Capital Grille is having! It's our seasonal menu of, "Gourmet Comfort Food!" It looks so yummy! I mean, Lobster and Shrimp Pot Pie? Get out of town! Delicious! You get an appetizer, salad, choice of four entrees, a side dish, plus a dessert--all for the low price of $49! That's cheap! Where else can you go, get this kind of quality food, and great service for this price?? Nowhere! So, go to The Capital Grille from now until February and try it out! As for the dessert...both options are delicious! You can't go wrong with either!!
I have deemed myself a computer nerd. The last few nights, all I have been doing is working in InDesign and Photoshop, making Maddie's bachelorette gifts! She is going to love them! I can't tell you because she reads my blog and I don't want her to find out! But it's good! When I set my mind on something, I focus on it until I get it accomplished! So, I've been a computer loser, but I'm okay with it! I love it! Some people get lost in books, some people get lost in cleaning. (Those people are weird! ;) ) I get lost being creative on the computer!
Note to self: "Give me the luxuries in life and I will gladly do without the necessities." -Frank Lloyd Wright (quoted in his obituary)
Give me a Gucci bag and I will gladly go without food for a while! You won't die if you don't eat for a couple days. ;) If I could sit on a beach in the French Riviera, I could go without shelter! Who needs it when you're looking out on one of the most beautiful places you've ever seen? You see, necessities is such a broad term. What's really necessary? Oxygen? Of course. Water? Obviously. The love of family and friends? Most definitely. But an Elie Saab couture dress would surpass any need I may have for electricity! I'll light a candle! The next time someone asks you if what you're doing is really necessary, think about it? If it has anything to do with a Burberry bag or Christian Louboutin shoes...it's necessary!
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Day 134 - Day 136
January 15, 2010 - January 17, 2010
I wake up Friday and decide it's time to re-organize my apartment. This feeling doesn't come by very often, so when it does, I jump on it! My apartment is so organized, I'm insanely impressed with myself. Everything is in bins and bags, labeled, and put away nicely! I'm so proud of my OCD with organization! Since I don't have cable, TBS is my best friend today! I catch up on the shows The King of Queens (my favorite), Everybody Loves Raymond, Friends, Seinfeild, and the Fresh Prince of Bel Air! It's fantastic! I made it a completely indiot-filled television day!
I meet a friend to see the movie, "It's Complicated." So cute! It's hysterical! I really enjoyed it! And there are so many cute movies coming out- "The Bounty Hunter," "Dear John," "Valentine's Day," "Spartacus," etc. Awesome flicks! On my way to the theatre, I head to Duane Reade to pick up some candy and a Diet Coke--I refuse to pay $10 for a bag of candy! On the way, I walk by two guys, and one says, "Dannnnnggggg giiiirrrlllll...you look like ketchup!" Excuse me...what?! Ketchup?!? Really? What the heck does this mean?? Another guy I used to work with says, "At least he didn't say you look like pickle relish!" LOL! He makes a good point! ;) I tell ya', I've heard some pretty good pick up lines in my day, but this has to be towards the top! Ketchup! Yum! Maybe it means I look tasty! Ohh la la! Hehe, gross!
After the movie we head to The Snug for Happy Hour! Yes, their Happy Hour is from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.! It's awesome! Four bucks for a martini! It's a hole in the wall place, but it's so much fun! We then venture to a cheap pizza place, where I get what New Yorkers like to call, "white pie." It's loaded with three different kinds of cheeses. Sounds amazing? It is. However, I often forget that I am lactose intolerant, so it makes me a little sick. Yeah, yeah...lactose intolerant is funny, I know. But it's no fun, let me tell ya'!
We then head to Latitude--it's a bar in Hell's Kitchen, where we meet up with friends from Planet Hollywood! It's so great to see everyone! Once we realize it's 4 a.m., we all head home. I'm walking home with three other guys from work, and once they realize that I'm the only female walking down the streets, they decide it's not a good idea I walk home alone. Especially since I'm with three other guys, and other men are still cat-calling me, saying things like, "Hey baby, everything will be okay." No, it's not going to be okay! I want to wake up and see tomorrow! So, one walks me home! So nice of him!
Once I get in my building, guess who's working? The doorman I asked on a date the Friday before that. We don't mention it. But I do talk to him for about twenty minutes! He 's a chef! He just works here temporarily! How cool is that?!?! A man that can cook? Sign me up! Good-looking = check! Good cook = check! Good personality = check! I've got all of the necessary qualities covered! ;) Another guy walks in and starts talking to the doorman. (I keep calling him doorman because I honestly don't know his name. I know that's bad! I'm awful with names!) Anyways, I say goodnight and the one guys says, "Oh I'm sorry, keep talking. I'm going to bed." I say, "Oh it's okay!" He says something and I respond with, "Oh, well are you going to go to bed?" (as I motion my arms to the elevator). He says, laughing, "Well, sure, if I'm going with you!" Yikes! That's not what I meant! He looks like a black Krusty the Klown from the Simpsons!
So, at 5 a.m., I finally get to bed. Not with Krusty! I wake up on Saturday and head to IKEA! I love that place! It's probably the best home furnishings store ever invented! And it's in Brooklyn. It's my first time going by myself there! I love it! It's so homey! I could live in Brooklyn! I get to IKEA and just have a hay day! I'm buying things for my best friends wedding shower in March! She's from Des Moines and since we don't have IKEA there, I decide to get her a few things. As I'm walking around, they have the neatest little trinkets! I realize that I'm talking out loud to myself as I'm looking at things. "What the heck is this?" "What do you think you use this for?" "This is cool!" Yeah, I wondered why people were staring at me. ;) So, I come across this trinket called a "skimmer." It looks cool and it's on sale for 99 cents! So, I buy a couple! I figure I can use it sometime while I pretend I'm Semi-Homemade with Sandra Lee! ;) Another thing I'm fascinated with...mini-stainless steel bowls! Only two inches tall! How funny is that?!
I realized while I'm on the subway, how much it reminds me of the ride Space Mountain at Disney World! You know on Space Mountain, how it's dark, makes funny noises, and you're constantly ducking for fear your head might get chopped off? The subway is somewhat similar. You go through dark tunnels, the lights randomly turn on and off while you're riding, and you're somewhat nervous you may die!
While sitting on the subway, there is a really cute Englishman. I know, me and Englishman...it's meant to be! He's tall, slender, blonde, wearing glasses, with jeans, a button down shirt, blazer, and Converse. I know what you're thinking...he sounds gay. My luck...he probably is! I do tend to attract the men that are sexually confused--hence, a guy I once dated in Chicago, who turned out to be gay. But that's a whole other story! I keep checking him out and think I'm being conspicuous because he hasn't noticed yet. Another gentlemen, sitting close to this guy keeps looking at me. I keep thinking, why is this old man staring at me? I will tell you. The guy I keep checking out...turns out to be his son! After the blonde, British babe, says something along the lines of, Dad, we're getting off at the next stop, I sink into the bench and want to die! I just got caught on dad-radar, checking out your rather attractive offspring!
Sunday, it rains all day and the wind is ferociously blowing. I get a really nice umbrella for Christmas--it's a necessity in this city. I laugh to myself, at other people, who are carrying cheap umbrellas, like I used to. I'm thinking, haha suckers! Wish you had one of my umbrellas! Well...karma sucks! As I'm walking home from work, I'm talking on the phone and a HUGE gust of wind comes, turning my umbrella inside out, and pulling me down the sidewalk! I'm saying, "Oh my God! Oh my God, Maddie! My umbrella is out of control!" People are laughing at me as I'm trying to get this monstrosity of an umbrella turned right side out! I continue to walk home, and am now talking to my mother. Again, the umbrella pulls it's rather un-humorous stunt. I just close the umbrella and walk home in the rain! I'm not even dealing with the thing anymore. I can't see walking down the street because my glasses are covered with water drops--I need windshield wipers for them, my hair is wet, and my clothes are soaked. Whatever!
Note to self: Don't back down against other city-goers who are vicious with their umbrellas! Why do you have to be the one to always move? Stand your ground! Even though you poke pretty much every person that walks by you with your huge ran catcher, don't feel bad! They deserve the love tap...it's your kind, Midwestern way of saying, Move it or lose it jack-o!
I wake up Friday and decide it's time to re-organize my apartment. This feeling doesn't come by very often, so when it does, I jump on it! My apartment is so organized, I'm insanely impressed with myself. Everything is in bins and bags, labeled, and put away nicely! I'm so proud of my OCD with organization! Since I don't have cable, TBS is my best friend today! I catch up on the shows The King of Queens (my favorite), Everybody Loves Raymond, Friends, Seinfeild, and the Fresh Prince of Bel Air! It's fantastic! I made it a completely indiot-filled television day!
I meet a friend to see the movie, "It's Complicated." So cute! It's hysterical! I really enjoyed it! And there are so many cute movies coming out- "The Bounty Hunter," "Dear John," "Valentine's Day," "Spartacus," etc. Awesome flicks! On my way to the theatre, I head to Duane Reade to pick up some candy and a Diet Coke--I refuse to pay $10 for a bag of candy! On the way, I walk by two guys, and one says, "Dannnnnggggg giiiirrrlllll...you look like ketchup!" Excuse me...what?! Ketchup?!? Really? What the heck does this mean?? Another guy I used to work with says, "At least he didn't say you look like pickle relish!" LOL! He makes a good point! ;) I tell ya', I've heard some pretty good pick up lines in my day, but this has to be towards the top! Ketchup! Yum! Maybe it means I look tasty! Ohh la la! Hehe, gross!
After the movie we head to The Snug for Happy Hour! Yes, their Happy Hour is from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.! It's awesome! Four bucks for a martini! It's a hole in the wall place, but it's so much fun! We then venture to a cheap pizza place, where I get what New Yorkers like to call, "white pie." It's loaded with three different kinds of cheeses. Sounds amazing? It is. However, I often forget that I am lactose intolerant, so it makes me a little sick. Yeah, yeah...lactose intolerant is funny, I know. But it's no fun, let me tell ya'!
We then head to Latitude--it's a bar in Hell's Kitchen, where we meet up with friends from Planet Hollywood! It's so great to see everyone! Once we realize it's 4 a.m., we all head home. I'm walking home with three other guys from work, and once they realize that I'm the only female walking down the streets, they decide it's not a good idea I walk home alone. Especially since I'm with three other guys, and other men are still cat-calling me, saying things like, "Hey baby, everything will be okay." No, it's not going to be okay! I want to wake up and see tomorrow! So, one walks me home! So nice of him!
Once I get in my building, guess who's working? The doorman I asked on a date the Friday before that. We don't mention it. But I do talk to him for about twenty minutes! He 's a chef! He just works here temporarily! How cool is that?!?! A man that can cook? Sign me up! Good-looking = check! Good cook = check! Good personality = check! I've got all of the necessary qualities covered! ;) Another guy walks in and starts talking to the doorman. (I keep calling him doorman because I honestly don't know his name. I know that's bad! I'm awful with names!) Anyways, I say goodnight and the one guys says, "Oh I'm sorry, keep talking. I'm going to bed." I say, "Oh it's okay!" He says something and I respond with, "Oh, well are you going to go to bed?" (as I motion my arms to the elevator). He says, laughing, "Well, sure, if I'm going with you!" Yikes! That's not what I meant! He looks like a black Krusty the Klown from the Simpsons!
So, at 5 a.m., I finally get to bed. Not with Krusty! I wake up on Saturday and head to IKEA! I love that place! It's probably the best home furnishings store ever invented! And it's in Brooklyn. It's my first time going by myself there! I love it! It's so homey! I could live in Brooklyn! I get to IKEA and just have a hay day! I'm buying things for my best friends wedding shower in March! She's from Des Moines and since we don't have IKEA there, I decide to get her a few things. As I'm walking around, they have the neatest little trinkets! I realize that I'm talking out loud to myself as I'm looking at things. "What the heck is this?" "What do you think you use this for?" "This is cool!" Yeah, I wondered why people were staring at me. ;) So, I come across this trinket called a "skimmer." It looks cool and it's on sale for 99 cents! So, I buy a couple! I figure I can use it sometime while I pretend I'm Semi-Homemade with Sandra Lee! ;) Another thing I'm fascinated with...mini-stainless steel bowls! Only two inches tall! How funny is that?!
I realized while I'm on the subway, how much it reminds me of the ride Space Mountain at Disney World! You know on Space Mountain, how it's dark, makes funny noises, and you're constantly ducking for fear your head might get chopped off? The subway is somewhat similar. You go through dark tunnels, the lights randomly turn on and off while you're riding, and you're somewhat nervous you may die!
While sitting on the subway, there is a really cute Englishman. I know, me and Englishman...it's meant to be! He's tall, slender, blonde, wearing glasses, with jeans, a button down shirt, blazer, and Converse. I know what you're thinking...he sounds gay. My luck...he probably is! I do tend to attract the men that are sexually confused--hence, a guy I once dated in Chicago, who turned out to be gay. But that's a whole other story! I keep checking him out and think I'm being conspicuous because he hasn't noticed yet. Another gentlemen, sitting close to this guy keeps looking at me. I keep thinking, why is this old man staring at me? I will tell you. The guy I keep checking out...turns out to be his son! After the blonde, British babe, says something along the lines of, Dad, we're getting off at the next stop, I sink into the bench and want to die! I just got caught on dad-radar, checking out your rather attractive offspring!
Sunday, it rains all day and the wind is ferociously blowing. I get a really nice umbrella for Christmas--it's a necessity in this city. I laugh to myself, at other people, who are carrying cheap umbrellas, like I used to. I'm thinking, haha suckers! Wish you had one of my umbrellas! Well...karma sucks! As I'm walking home from work, I'm talking on the phone and a HUGE gust of wind comes, turning my umbrella inside out, and pulling me down the sidewalk! I'm saying, "Oh my God! Oh my God, Maddie! My umbrella is out of control!" People are laughing at me as I'm trying to get this monstrosity of an umbrella turned right side out! I continue to walk home, and am now talking to my mother. Again, the umbrella pulls it's rather un-humorous stunt. I just close the umbrella and walk home in the rain! I'm not even dealing with the thing anymore. I can't see walking down the street because my glasses are covered with water drops--I need windshield wipers for them, my hair is wet, and my clothes are soaked. Whatever!
Note to self: Don't back down against other city-goers who are vicious with their umbrellas! Why do you have to be the one to always move? Stand your ground! Even though you poke pretty much every person that walks by you with your huge ran catcher, don't feel bad! They deserve the love tap...it's your kind, Midwestern way of saying, Move it or lose it jack-o!
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Day 99
December 13, 2009
Today's weather compliments my mood quite nicely. Gloomy, dreary, and exhausted. I do sleep in, but once again, I have things to do, so no relaxation for me. Great. I go to the Upper East Side to meet a friend of mine from high school and one of his buddies. It was so great to see him! A familiar face in such a big city was nice! We go to a bar where it's all about the New England Patriots! Everyone in there were Boston fans. It's pretty cool. Brett would have loved it! The great thing about the bar...they don't serve food, so you order in whatever you want from restaurants around the area! Awesome, huh? I think it's pretty funny!
After the game's over, I take off to go shopping. I'm not going to get into this experience because I'm not really happy. This put me in the worst mood I can't explain to you. So, we're going to skip this part. Let's just say, I'm so extremely mad at myself, I have tears coming down my face, and all I want to do is scream. But whatever, I don't want to talk about it.
I'm on the subway, heading to meet the guys and there is lady talking to herself. I instantly thought of those movies where people are talking to themselves, so I think, I wonder if she sees anyone standing next to her. Maybe she does. I wonder what they look like. She's a little scary looking, so maybe she's just nuts! Who knows in this city? Then on the way there, plus on the way home, two different people get on the subway and tell their sob stories of how they need money. Really? You too? Funny, because I'm just as broke! Who knew I have something in common with a homeless man. Maybe we can be roommates in Central Park! I don't need a lot of room. ;) I feel awful because I want to give them money for food. But if I do that, I don't have money for food. This makes me feel even more like crap. I need to learn to not pay attention, but I can't help it.
On the way home, I get in an umbrella fight with some stupid woman who feels the need to do a circle around herself in the middle of the sidewalk. She obviously doesn't know where she's going, so I kind of slow down a bit to walk around her. It's one of those times where no matter where you walk, the other person is right there. But this time, it's pouring down rain, my feet are soaking wet, my jeans are soaking wet, my hair looks like a wet mop, and I'm cold. So, needless to say, I'm not that nice. She keeps walking, then stopping, then twirling around herself. I say, "Lady, what are you doing?! Get out of my way!" This is my first official, New York attitude moment, I was talking about in an earlier post. Yikes! She deserves it! When it's raining outside and people are walking fast to get out of the rain, don't be a moron and stand in the middle of the street, doing some kind of dance. Unless it's a rain dance to make the rain go away, get out of my way!
Note to self: Don't write a blog when you are in a bad mood. No one wants to read about your terrible day. No one wants to read negative comments about your attitude and about how you think your life sucks right now. Leave out the parts where you will just sound like a complete, ungrateful brat. Just go to bed early, get over yourself once again, and start over fresh tomorrow.
Today's weather compliments my mood quite nicely. Gloomy, dreary, and exhausted. I do sleep in, but once again, I have things to do, so no relaxation for me. Great. I go to the Upper East Side to meet a friend of mine from high school and one of his buddies. It was so great to see him! A familiar face in such a big city was nice! We go to a bar where it's all about the New England Patriots! Everyone in there were Boston fans. It's pretty cool. Brett would have loved it! The great thing about the bar...they don't serve food, so you order in whatever you want from restaurants around the area! Awesome, huh? I think it's pretty funny!
After the game's over, I take off to go shopping. I'm not going to get into this experience because I'm not really happy. This put me in the worst mood I can't explain to you. So, we're going to skip this part. Let's just say, I'm so extremely mad at myself, I have tears coming down my face, and all I want to do is scream. But whatever, I don't want to talk about it.
I'm on the subway, heading to meet the guys and there is lady talking to herself. I instantly thought of those movies where people are talking to themselves, so I think, I wonder if she sees anyone standing next to her. Maybe she does. I wonder what they look like. She's a little scary looking, so maybe she's just nuts! Who knows in this city? Then on the way there, plus on the way home, two different people get on the subway and tell their sob stories of how they need money. Really? You too? Funny, because I'm just as broke! Who knew I have something in common with a homeless man. Maybe we can be roommates in Central Park! I don't need a lot of room. ;) I feel awful because I want to give them money for food. But if I do that, I don't have money for food. This makes me feel even more like crap. I need to learn to not pay attention, but I can't help it.
On the way home, I get in an umbrella fight with some stupid woman who feels the need to do a circle around herself in the middle of the sidewalk. She obviously doesn't know where she's going, so I kind of slow down a bit to walk around her. It's one of those times where no matter where you walk, the other person is right there. But this time, it's pouring down rain, my feet are soaking wet, my jeans are soaking wet, my hair looks like a wet mop, and I'm cold. So, needless to say, I'm not that nice. She keeps walking, then stopping, then twirling around herself. I say, "Lady, what are you doing?! Get out of my way!" This is my first official, New York attitude moment, I was talking about in an earlier post. Yikes! She deserves it! When it's raining outside and people are walking fast to get out of the rain, don't be a moron and stand in the middle of the street, doing some kind of dance. Unless it's a rain dance to make the rain go away, get out of my way!
Note to self: Don't write a blog when you are in a bad mood. No one wants to read about your terrible day. No one wants to read negative comments about your attitude and about how you think your life sucks right now. Leave out the parts where you will just sound like a complete, ungrateful brat. Just go to bed early, get over yourself once again, and start over fresh tomorrow.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Day 62
November 7, 2009
It's 44 degrees today. That's the high. Do you really think I'm getting out in this weather? You have got to be crazy, if so! I'm already getting sick again, so for me to adventure into the cold tundra would just be stupid! Instead, I cozy up, with my bottle of Tylenol Cold & Sinus, and relax. It's my hot date for the evening! Sounds exciting, huh? This is what my life has become. TV, a bottle of something, a box of sweets, me, myself, and I...all I need now is a cat and I will officially be "one of those people!" ;)
I am an e-mail junky! Most people say e-mail is better than phone, or vice versa. I not only rely on my phone, but also my e-mail! It has become my life! I am constantly feeling the need to check it--whether it's for work, play, or Facebook. Yes, Facebook. It's crucial now that I'm no longer living in Iowa. It's my tool for keeping in touch with everyone! I have turned into one of those who is constantly on their phone, walking down the street, not only talking on their phone, but checking their e-mail at the same time! When you have so much to do, with so little time, it's great to learn to become an excellent multi-tasker!
I have a guest to my house this evening. My friend O'Anna stops by after her work shift, so we can plan our Christmas party! We are hosting an Ugly Sweater Christmas Party in December at her place in Brooklyn! So exciting! So, I'm not a complete loser today!
Note to self: Always make sure you have snacks and drinks for visitors. When they come over sooner than expected, you need to be ready! Start watching the Food Network more often, so you have the ability to throw something together in a jiffy when your friend says she will be there in 20 minutes. Become a skilled food chopper, baker, steamer, fryer, whatever! Learn how to become Giada, or Sandra Lee, or Rachael Ray. Your friends will appreciate it!
It's 44 degrees today. That's the high. Do you really think I'm getting out in this weather? You have got to be crazy, if so! I'm already getting sick again, so for me to adventure into the cold tundra would just be stupid! Instead, I cozy up, with my bottle of Tylenol Cold & Sinus, and relax. It's my hot date for the evening! Sounds exciting, huh? This is what my life has become. TV, a bottle of something, a box of sweets, me, myself, and I...all I need now is a cat and I will officially be "one of those people!" ;)
I am an e-mail junky! Most people say e-mail is better than phone, or vice versa. I not only rely on my phone, but also my e-mail! It has become my life! I am constantly feeling the need to check it--whether it's for work, play, or Facebook. Yes, Facebook. It's crucial now that I'm no longer living in Iowa. It's my tool for keeping in touch with everyone! I have turned into one of those who is constantly on their phone, walking down the street, not only talking on their phone, but checking their e-mail at the same time! When you have so much to do, with so little time, it's great to learn to become an excellent multi-tasker!
I have a guest to my house this evening. My friend O'Anna stops by after her work shift, so we can plan our Christmas party! We are hosting an Ugly Sweater Christmas Party in December at her place in Brooklyn! So exciting! So, I'm not a complete loser today!
Note to self: Always make sure you have snacks and drinks for visitors. When they come over sooner than expected, you need to be ready! Start watching the Food Network more often, so you have the ability to throw something together in a jiffy when your friend says she will be there in 20 minutes. Become a skilled food chopper, baker, steamer, fryer, whatever! Learn how to become Giada, or Sandra Lee, or Rachael Ray. Your friends will appreciate it!