December 8, 2009
The thing I keep thinking about today...the Iowa blizzard. I can't believe you guys are getting 14 inches of snow! That's not normal! My mom says her boss may not have them come into the office tomorrow. It's an adult's snow day! I want one! I want a day off to make snowmen, drink hot chocolate, and sleep! How amazing does this sound? However, as much as it sounds nice, I don't want any snow. I have to walk in the stuff! No thanks!
Speaking of walking. I'm walking to work and all I can think about is how I want the bagel from that guys sack and how I want to buy those M&Ms at the newsstand. Damn, diets suck! I didn't buy them! And I did good today! Minus the cookies from Meredith Corp. They were pretty tasty! Better Homes & Garden was great, as usual! I'm looking forward to tomorrow because I get to spend a large part of my day in the clothes closet, organizing the Spring 2010 looks for upcoming issues! Totally my element! I can't wait!
The Capital Grille is also great as usual! Due to the holiday season, and the fact that people are actually realizing our restaurant is at this location (TCG has only been open at this location since May), we have been extremely busy! It's so great! I love being busy!
Note to self: Read Brett's blogs! He is more comical than I am. You will enjoy his take on the adventures of his New York trip out here! I've posted the first four, and will post the rest tomorrow. It's interesting reading about other people's thoughts and experiences. You always figure they're thinking this way, or that way. Then you realize, what you thought they were thinking...they weren't thinking that way at all. So far, a couple of things have thrown me off--Brett just didn't want to hurt my feelings. That's sweet of him! What a great kid! The most intuitive and intelligent person I've ever met.
When he tells you, "Ashley, you weren't happy. I could tell. I watched you when no one else was looking. You didn't have the spark in your eyes." Wow! Who would have thought my brother, or a guy for that matter, would pay attention and notice that stuff?! When he tells you his opinion on what he thinks will happen...more than likely, he's right. More people need to be like him. Sit back, relax, and just take everything in. You learn so much that way. Really pay attention to people. Look at their smile--is it real or is it plastered on their face for show? Watch their body language--is someone forcing an action to make the situation seem better than it really is? Listen to them talk--does someone sound too nervous to talk to the opposite sex, or do they sound completely confident? Just a thought. Maybe if more people took the time to be intuitive, more things could be figured out!
READ THE NEXT FOUR BLOGS! THEY'RE THE BEGINNING OF BRETT'S!
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Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Brett Visit: Day 2
Ashley likes to get up before God does, so we head out early. We get some breakfast which was delicious. Ashley had banana pancakes and were the best I've tasted. I had a Mexican omelet and it was just ok.
We head off to the museum, which is a mile away. And everything to Ashley is “Just a few blocks.” But in reality it’s like a mile. And she walks like she’s being chased and my pace is normal and nonchalant, so I had to make an adjustment. We walk by a flea market and see some cool things. Ashley is suckered into buying a fake Louis Vuitton bag. Ha she asks, “Is it fake?” Yeah Ashley they are going to say “Yep its fake but it looks real huh?” haha so she was lucky enough to return it. Then we walk to the museum. It was absolutely humongous. With a tour guide, it would be a three day event and I'm not over exaggerating. They have everything in there, it was so cool and so interesting. I love museums and I thought this place was amazing. They have everything from sea animals to the evolution of the human race. A must do if you visit New York.
After all the walking I felt we deserved some dessert. We went to Juniors for cheesecake. It was your average cheesecake, nothing special. After we ate, we headed to the Penguin store. My favorite brand of clothes. Lucky for me, everything in the store was 30% off. Having Ashley and the 30% off saved me from spending all of my money there. I walked in and was overwhelmed with all of the clothes. They had tons of button downs, sweaters, GQ honored suits, jeans, everything! I spent well over an hour in there trying on everything and doing multiple laps to make sure I didn’t miss anything. And then it was check out time. I made it rain in the Penguin store.
Then we go to Capital Grille for Ashley’s birthday dinner. It was fantastic. I had a steak in a butter sauce. And they cooked it medium rare like it’s supposed to be. Where the middle is bright red and looks like it is still raw, it’s tough to find a place that does that. We also had lobster mac and cheese. It was so good. It combined my favorite seafood and my favorite food of all time. Tasty! But before we got our meal, Dan Marino was at the bar so I had to go walk by him. That was cool! I've been a big fan for a long time and it was so cool to see him up close. It was one of the best restaurants I've ever been too.
Now we head out for the birthday bash! Time to get Ashley Sh***y in the City. We head out to this one bar and were the only ones under 55, not kidding. We have a drink and head to the next bar. We hung out there for a while. I bought Ashley a couple birthday shots. The first was an orange or a grape bomb I can’t remember, but the second one was unforgettable. It was a skittles bomb. It tasted like a handful of skittles. We left that bar and went to the last one of the night, Rudy’s. This place was about as vintage as they come. The seats were red duct tape. And after a certain time you get free hot dogs. A friend of Ashley’s, who looks like a Disney character prince, got me a hot dog. It was delicious, he got ketchup instead of mustard but still appetizing. I had an amazing time that night, and I hope Ashley had a fun birthday.
Day 93
December 8, 2009
The thing I keep thinking about today...the Iowa blizzard. I can't believe you guys are getting 14 inches of snow! That's not normal! My mom says her boss may not have them come into the office tomorrow. It's an adult's snow day! I want one! I want a day off to make snowmen, drink hot chocolate, and sleep! How amazing does this sound? However, as much as it sounds nice, I don't want any snow. I have to walk in the stuff! No thanks!
Speaking of walking. I'm walking to work and all I can think about is how I want the bagel from that guys sack and how I want to buy those M&Ms at the newsstand. Damn, diets suck! I didn't buy them! And I did good today! Minus the cookies from Meredith Corp. They were pretty tasty! Better Homes & Garden was great, as usual! I'm looking forward to tomorrow because I get to spend a large part of my day in the clothes closet, organizing the Spring 2010 looks for upcoming issues! Totally my element! I can't wait!
The Capital Grille is also great as usual! Due to the holiday season, and the fact that people are actually realizing our restaurant is at this location (TCG has only been open at this location since May), we have been extremely busy! It's so great! I love being busy!
Note to self: Read Brett's blogs! He is more comical than I am. You will enjoy his take on the adventures of his New York trip out here! I've posted the first four, and will post the rest tomorrow. It's interesting reading about other people's thoughts and experiences. You always figure they're thinking this way, or that way. Then you realize, what you thought they were thinking...they weren't thinking that way at all. So far, a couple of things have thrown me off--Brett just didn't want to hurt my feelings. That's sweet of him! What a great kid! The most intuitive and intelligent person I've ever met.
When he tells you, "Ashley, you weren't happy. I could tell. I watched you when no one else was looking. You didn't have the spark in your eyes." Wow! Who would have thought my brother, or a guy for that matter, would pay attention and notice that stuff?! When he tells you his opinion on what he thinks will happen...more than likely, he's right. More people need to be like him. Sit back, relax, and just take everything in. You learn so much that way. Really pay attention to people. Look at their smile--is it real or is it plastered on their face for show? Watch their body language--is someone forcing an action to make the situation seem better than it really is? Listen to them talk--does someone sound too nervous to talk to the opposite sex, or do they sound completely confident? Just a thought. Maybe if more people took the time to be intuitive, more things could be figured out!
READ THE NEXT FOUR BLOGS! THEY'RE THE BEGINNING OF BRETT'S!
The thing I keep thinking about today...the Iowa blizzard. I can't believe you guys are getting 14 inches of snow! That's not normal! My mom says her boss may not have them come into the office tomorrow. It's an adult's snow day! I want one! I want a day off to make snowmen, drink hot chocolate, and sleep! How amazing does this sound? However, as much as it sounds nice, I don't want any snow. I have to walk in the stuff! No thanks!
Speaking of walking. I'm walking to work and all I can think about is how I want the bagel from that guys sack and how I want to buy those M&Ms at the newsstand. Damn, diets suck! I didn't buy them! And I did good today! Minus the cookies from Meredith Corp. They were pretty tasty! Better Homes & Garden was great, as usual! I'm looking forward to tomorrow because I get to spend a large part of my day in the clothes closet, organizing the Spring 2010 looks for upcoming issues! Totally my element! I can't wait!
The Capital Grille is also great as usual! Due to the holiday season, and the fact that people are actually realizing our restaurant is at this location (TCG has only been open at this location since May), we have been extremely busy! It's so great! I love being busy!
Note to self: Read Brett's blogs! He is more comical than I am. You will enjoy his take on the adventures of his New York trip out here! I've posted the first four, and will post the rest tomorrow. It's interesting reading about other people's thoughts and experiences. You always figure they're thinking this way, or that way. Then you realize, what you thought they were thinking...they weren't thinking that way at all. So far, a couple of things have thrown me off--Brett just didn't want to hurt my feelings. That's sweet of him! What a great kid! The most intuitive and intelligent person I've ever met.
When he tells you, "Ashley, you weren't happy. I could tell. I watched you when no one else was looking. You didn't have the spark in your eyes." Wow! Who would have thought my brother, or a guy for that matter, would pay attention and notice that stuff?! When he tells you his opinion on what he thinks will happen...more than likely, he's right. More people need to be like him. Sit back, relax, and just take everything in. You learn so much that way. Really pay attention to people. Look at their smile--is it real or is it plastered on their face for show? Watch their body language--is someone forcing an action to make the situation seem better than it really is? Listen to them talk--does someone sound too nervous to talk to the opposite sex, or do they sound completely confident? Just a thought. Maybe if more people took the time to be intuitive, more things could be figured out!
READ THE NEXT FOUR BLOGS! THEY'RE THE BEGINNING OF BRETT'S!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Day 78
November 23, 2009
Needless to say, Monday is brutal for me. I’m running on about ten hours of sleep the whole weekend and I have an interview in the morning, work at BHG all day, then go to The Capital Grille to work at night. Yeah, I know. It was awful! Stay tuned for Brett’s blog on his adventures of his Monday. He got to sleep in. Bastard.
The interview went well. I didn’t get the job. It was for a PR company that my boss from BHG referred me to. I have no experience in PR whatsoever, but my boss is great and is giving me interview experience and possibilities for paying jobs! She’s fabulous! I’m just hoping something at BHG comes up, to where I can take a position there! Again, please keep your fingers crossed for me!
The Capital Grille was great, as usual. They let me out early (9p.m.), which is fantastic and Brett meets me so we can go get a little Street Meat Monday. I just made that up, but it sounds cool, doesn’t it? =) What’s street meat you ask? Only the best gyros in the country! The place we went too; however, served it to you in platter form. So much better than gyro form. For six bucks, you get a large tin with lettuce and tomato blanketing the bottom, a heaping amount of lamb meet on top, with hot sauce, greek sauce, and pita bread! Amazing. I can’t even tell you. You will have to come out and visit to see for yourself!
After this, we just kind of hang out. Physically, I cannot move. I am so tired, an after eating such a fantastic, yet filling meal, I pretty much pass out immediately.
Note to self: Even if you’re not out doing something, sometimes hanging out with family at home is something enough. Enjoy the down time you have with family, because that’s when you can truly catch up on life and everything important that’s been going on. All the crazies this city produces do not distract you; you’re not dodging the slow pokes; and you’re not shouting over crowds. It’s nice to catch up in a quiet place and just have down time. Hanging out is one of the best things you can do in your life. This is when you really get to know what’s going on in someone’s life. And with a surprisingly, extremely insightful brother, you can really learn a lot about yourself, your past situations, and the outlook of your future.
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Day 76
November 21, 2009
Saturday is an early start. We’re out to find the best breakfast in Hell’s Kitchen. I’m pretty sure we found it! Georgio’s Country Grill has amazing breakfast! Check out the picture below! It’s cheap too! Plus, unlimited coffee? Yes, please! Hype me up on some caffeine in the wee hours of the a.m.!
The whole theme of the trip. “We’re not that far away.” I always say this to Brett, forgetting that three blocks to Iowans is a quite a hike. So, when we eat breakfast on 53rd St., and I tell him we have to walk to 78th St., he freaks out a little. “We’re not that far away?” he says, “that’s so far!” Fun fact: 20 blocks equals one mile. Another thing, I’ve learned to walk fast—something else Brett isn’t used to. I forgot that pretty much every time I took a step while he was here.
So, we make the trek to The Museum of Natural History. It’s where they filmed “Night at the Museum.” I can’t even explain how amazing this place was. The pictures below don’t really do it justice, but it was so interesting. We saw dinosaurs, sea animals, the history of evolution, Indian artifacts, etc. You name it, they have it! We were there for four hours! It’s a place you can easily spend two days in! Brett and I were talking about how insanely awesome it would be to get a huge game of hide-and-go-seek going in that place!
We leave the museum and it’s time for the “best” NY style cheesecake. At the time, I was unsure, so I take us to Junior’s. We order dessert and an appetizer. They claim to be the best cheesecake in the city. Liars! It’s good, but it’s not the best! It’s right off Times Square, so tourists will believe them when they say it really is the best. I know better, now that I live here! But it looks good in the picture, huh?
Next stop, and probably the most anticipated place for Brett’s trip…the Penguin store. Brett’s all-time favorite brand of clothing! He was in heaven! He was like a kid in a candy store, or better yet…he was like a 25-year-old girl, who is broke and just moved to the city, who found a dollar on the street! He got some great stuff and the whole store was an extra 30% off everything! No better time to go!
It is now time to head home and get ready for my birthday extravaganzas! So, I work at The Capital Grille, as you know. And every Saturday, Dan Marino comes into our restaurant, so naturally I have to take my brother there to eat. My bosses are so incredible. I got my whole meal for free, except Brett’s steak! And…Brett got to see Dan Marino, up close and personal! That’s what made my night! The food…I can’t even explain how delicious it is. If you ever have a chance to go, go! It’s a tad expensive, but so worth it! I promise you!
Now, it’s time to celebrate! Being 25 is actually pretty exciting! I have met some incredible friends out here and I was so happy they all came out to celebrate with Brett and me! We went out in Hell’s Kitchen to a few really great bars. One bar, Rudy’s, gives you free hot dogs! Ha! I didn’t eat one, but you bet your sweet cheeks Brett did! My friend Morgan, and another guy Brett likes to call Prince Charming from Shrek, convinced him it would be a good idea to eat one. Check out some pictures below! We had so much fun, we didn’t get home until 4 a.m.!
Note to self: When you know it’s going to be an extremely late night, and you know you have to get up early the next day, set your alarm. You know when you don’t go to bed until 4:30 in the morning, your body is probably not going to wake up at 7 a.m., like you want it to. When you have a big drive and long day ahead of you, a good night’s rest is important, right? Nah! I’m only 25, Brett’s only 21, we can handle it. Yeah…right.
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Monday, November 30, 2009
Day 85
November 30, 2009
HELLO BLOGWORLD!!! Long time no talk!!! I apologize for my absence, but the last ten days have been one big ball of eating, drinking, sight seeing, causing havoc in the city, and creating never-to-forget memories with my brother! I have yet to find the time to blog about our experiences, but I'm working on the perfect scripts to post. Bear with me, great blogs are in the near future!
After Brett left, I did nothing but sleep! How amazing is that? Bless my boss at The Capital Grille for not scheduling me to work on Sunday! I was lazy and I don't care! As Monday comes, I'm not ready for reality. I miss my college days when responsibility was not in my vocabulary, rent payments were not coming out of my bank account, and the idea of sleeping in is last year's luxury. Oh college is the life! However, I would not trade anything to go back. Homework? Ha! I don't think so!
Better Homes & Garden is fantastic today! More free stuff today! Which means...more Christmas presents for my family and friends! This internship is a poor woman's dream! ;) I have so much anti-aging cream, my family and friends are going to look like they're 20 forever! It's great!
Winter has officially kicked in and my layering has officially begun. My Under Armour Cold Gear I got for my birthday have yet to leave my body! Okay, I have washed them, but the minute I wake up, they go on for the rest of the day! Ashley + cold = I don't think so! My mom says to be a while back, "Ashley, now I want you to run your heat, no matter how much it costs." Don't worry ma! I would rather not eat for a month and be warm!
This is a busy week for me. I have a going away party, the tree lighting in Rockefellar Center, work, birthday party. I like how my social life is starting to pick up out here! Granted, I've only been out here three months, so I have to give it time. But as you all know, I am not patient. Whatsoever. It's just never been a part of my vocabulary. When I want something, I expect it right away. This is sometimes good, sometimes not so much. But hey, I push the buttons and boundaries until I feel necessary. (Or until it comes to bite me in the butt!) ;)
Note to self: Don't blab about random things. Get to writing about your brother's trip! That's what people are excited to hear about! Don't worry, folks! I promise, within the week, you will be reading about everything we did for the last nine days! Also, you really learn to appreciate what you don't have on a daily basis, when they come to visit. Sure, you ball like a baby when they leave, but it's okay because it means that you miss home and you miss the comfort of those you love. It's not a bad thing, but comforting to know that you have such a great family that is always available to talk to you on the phone, or answer funny e-mails, or spend your birthday and Thanksgiving with you in one of the greatest cities in the world! Love your family and always make sure they know, they are the most important people in your life. Forever.
HELLO BLOGWORLD!!! Long time no talk!!! I apologize for my absence, but the last ten days have been one big ball of eating, drinking, sight seeing, causing havoc in the city, and creating never-to-forget memories with my brother! I have yet to find the time to blog about our experiences, but I'm working on the perfect scripts to post. Bear with me, great blogs are in the near future!
After Brett left, I did nothing but sleep! How amazing is that? Bless my boss at The Capital Grille for not scheduling me to work on Sunday! I was lazy and I don't care! As Monday comes, I'm not ready for reality. I miss my college days when responsibility was not in my vocabulary, rent payments were not coming out of my bank account, and the idea of sleeping in is last year's luxury. Oh college is the life! However, I would not trade anything to go back. Homework? Ha! I don't think so!
Better Homes & Garden is fantastic today! More free stuff today! Which means...more Christmas presents for my family and friends! This internship is a poor woman's dream! ;) I have so much anti-aging cream, my family and friends are going to look like they're 20 forever! It's great!
Winter has officially kicked in and my layering has officially begun. My Under Armour Cold Gear I got for my birthday have yet to leave my body! Okay, I have washed them, but the minute I wake up, they go on for the rest of the day! Ashley + cold = I don't think so! My mom says to be a while back, "Ashley, now I want you to run your heat, no matter how much it costs." Don't worry ma! I would rather not eat for a month and be warm!
This is a busy week for me. I have a going away party, the tree lighting in Rockefellar Center, work, birthday party. I like how my social life is starting to pick up out here! Granted, I've only been out here three months, so I have to give it time. But as you all know, I am not patient. Whatsoever. It's just never been a part of my vocabulary. When I want something, I expect it right away. This is sometimes good, sometimes not so much. But hey, I push the buttons and boundaries until I feel necessary. (Or until it comes to bite me in the butt!) ;)
Note to self: Don't blab about random things. Get to writing about your brother's trip! That's what people are excited to hear about! Don't worry, folks! I promise, within the week, you will be reading about everything we did for the last nine days! Also, you really learn to appreciate what you don't have on a daily basis, when they come to visit. Sure, you ball like a baby when they leave, but it's okay because it means that you miss home and you miss the comfort of those you love. It's not a bad thing, but comforting to know that you have such a great family that is always available to talk to you on the phone, or answer funny e-mails, or spend your birthday and Thanksgiving with you in one of the greatest cities in the world! Love your family and always make sure they know, they are the most important people in your life. Forever.
Friday, November 20, 2009
Day 74
November 19, 2009
So...today. Oh boy, today. Started out good. Better Homes & Garden is great, of course! My boss is amazing! I'm really enjoying myself there! Then...I go to the restaurant.
Now...don't get me wrong! I love working there and the staff is great! Everyone (except two people) are so friendly and fun! The other two...blah! They're the types who are nice when they want to be. If you know me, you know I don't deal well with people like that. You either like me, or you don't. So...since you're not nice the majority of the time, let's just not be friends, okay pumpkin?! Great! Now that we have that established...the guests.
Let me tell ya'! Wealthy people just suck. They have no personality and absolutely no sense of humor. And with all of the money they have, one would think they could afford to purchase a little common sense. When we ask you if a booth is okay and then you get irritated when I take you to a booth, then demand you want a table? Sir! You just told the other hostess you wanted a booth. So...we give him the booth, not the table! Ha! Look where stupidity gets you with me. Nowhere!
Then! When I try and joke with you, please don't look at me like I'm an idiot. You're the one with the dumb ass look on your face--you know the look--lip is pouting out, with the mouth slightly hung open with the droopy eyes? Yeah, that look. And you're looking at me like I'm weird? Hmm...that's all I have to say about that.
Then! We exchange out black napkins for the white ones if guests are wearing dark colored slacks (yes, I just used the word slacks). When you see me changing out the black for the white, please don't take your white napkin, put it in your lap, then act all surprised when I offer to take it away from you. I think you may have missed the part when I said, Excuse me sir, pardon my reach, as I literally reach over you and place a new napkin in front of your wife. Like I said, please buy yourself some common sense and courtesy.
Now, not all wealthy people are snobby and just plain retarded. Most are quite friendly! The ones that tend to be the most dressed up, are the ones that are the friendliest. I talk to my mom (or should I say vent) about this situation. We came to the answer that those who act snobby and rude, are probably the ones with the least amount of money. Maybe like the gentlemen who came in wearing white washed jeans, with a sweatshirt and tennis shoes. His dinner guest was in a suit and actually knew how to use the words, "please" and "thank you." Mr. Time-warp-me-back-to-the-80s apparently missed out on his etiquette classes from the parentals. Don't be rude to me sir. If it wasn't for your sugar daddy, you probably would have never stepped foot in this joint! Keep it real, my friend.
Brett comes tomorrow! Yay! I'm so excited! We have so much planned, it's going to be insane! I can't wait! I need to get some sleep because the next few days are going to non-stop! Good night!
Note to self: Always, always, always carry an umbrella with you in New York City. No matter if the sun is beating down on you, or if it's a simple overcast. For some reason, the clouds like to open up at random moments of the day to shed a few glistening teardrops on this fantastic city. Don't make it to where you have to walk home, in the rain, no umbrella, and are getting soaking wet. I know what you're thinking...take a cab. Are you nuts?! I don't have two dollars to spend on a piece of fruit, let alone ten dollars to get me home. I will walk before that happens. Also, don't walk close to the street. Those cabs will splash you with water. Now, you're just left with wet pants, a wet coat, some wet hair, and smelling like a wet dog. Oohh...any takers on this hot babe I just described? =)
So...today. Oh boy, today. Started out good. Better Homes & Garden is great, of course! My boss is amazing! I'm really enjoying myself there! Then...I go to the restaurant.
Now...don't get me wrong! I love working there and the staff is great! Everyone (except two people) are so friendly and fun! The other two...blah! They're the types who are nice when they want to be. If you know me, you know I don't deal well with people like that. You either like me, or you don't. So...since you're not nice the majority of the time, let's just not be friends, okay pumpkin?! Great! Now that we have that established...the guests.
Let me tell ya'! Wealthy people just suck. They have no personality and absolutely no sense of humor. And with all of the money they have, one would think they could afford to purchase a little common sense. When we ask you if a booth is okay and then you get irritated when I take you to a booth, then demand you want a table? Sir! You just told the other hostess you wanted a booth. So...we give him the booth, not the table! Ha! Look where stupidity gets you with me. Nowhere!
Then! When I try and joke with you, please don't look at me like I'm an idiot. You're the one with the dumb ass look on your face--you know the look--lip is pouting out, with the mouth slightly hung open with the droopy eyes? Yeah, that look. And you're looking at me like I'm weird? Hmm...that's all I have to say about that.
Then! We exchange out black napkins for the white ones if guests are wearing dark colored slacks (yes, I just used the word slacks). When you see me changing out the black for the white, please don't take your white napkin, put it in your lap, then act all surprised when I offer to take it away from you. I think you may have missed the part when I said, Excuse me sir, pardon my reach, as I literally reach over you and place a new napkin in front of your wife. Like I said, please buy yourself some common sense and courtesy.
Now, not all wealthy people are snobby and just plain retarded. Most are quite friendly! The ones that tend to be the most dressed up, are the ones that are the friendliest. I talk to my mom (or should I say vent) about this situation. We came to the answer that those who act snobby and rude, are probably the ones with the least amount of money. Maybe like the gentlemen who came in wearing white washed jeans, with a sweatshirt and tennis shoes. His dinner guest was in a suit and actually knew how to use the words, "please" and "thank you." Mr. Time-warp-me-back-to-the-80s apparently missed out on his etiquette classes from the parentals. Don't be rude to me sir. If it wasn't for your sugar daddy, you probably would have never stepped foot in this joint! Keep it real, my friend.
Brett comes tomorrow! Yay! I'm so excited! We have so much planned, it's going to be insane! I can't wait! I need to get some sleep because the next few days are going to non-stop! Good night!
Note to self: Always, always, always carry an umbrella with you in New York City. No matter if the sun is beating down on you, or if it's a simple overcast. For some reason, the clouds like to open up at random moments of the day to shed a few glistening teardrops on this fantastic city. Don't make it to where you have to walk home, in the rain, no umbrella, and are getting soaking wet. I know what you're thinking...take a cab. Are you nuts?! I don't have two dollars to spend on a piece of fruit, let alone ten dollars to get me home. I will walk before that happens. Also, don't walk close to the street. Those cabs will splash you with water. Now, you're just left with wet pants, a wet coat, some wet hair, and smelling like a wet dog. Oohh...any takers on this hot babe I just described? =)
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Day 68, 69, 70
November 13-15, 2009
So, my weekend. Pretty much consisted of work. Brett comes Friday, so I figure I need to take it easy, considering when he gets here, it's going to be one constant flow of craziness, meets out of control, meets the Toncar's take over NYC! And I need to save my money. However, my list of activities is going to keep us busy from sun up to sun down. He'll probably be excited to go home, so he can actually rest!
The best part of my weekend...being able to see professional NFL players! Dan Marino walks into The Capital Grille Saturday, along with Rodney Harrison, Tony Dungee, and many retired Jets players. So cool! I'm pretty sure I looped around Dan Marino at the bar every five minutes. I couldn't help it! He's huge! Okay, so I admit, I didn't know who these people were until they were pointed out to me. Except Dan Marino, of course! I know who he is!
And I may or may not be dubbed the coolest sister in America! Not only have I helped my brother out during all of his crazy antics in his life, but today, I must admit, I did well. The talent coordinator from Sports New York talked to me and is letting my brother and I tour the broadcasting studio and stand in on a live sports broadcast! How cool is that?!? He freaked out when I told him! He's going to be like a kid in a candy store! I just hope someone really fascinating is there and hopefully he can meet him!
Oh yeah, and I'm taking him into our restaurant for dinner Saturday, so he can see Dan Marino. Marino comes in every Saturday, and he's Brett's idol, so we're going to be stalkers.
I got off work late on Saturday and spent three hours of my life, until 2:30 a.m., on the phone with some guy I met, who turns out to be a complete weirdo. Shocked?! Yeah, me either! I guess I should have got the hint since he is 35. I don't care about your money. I don't care about your many travels to Italy. Nor do I care about your high school sweetheart who broke your heart. You have been out of high school since the beginning of time! I think you may need to get over it! Why do I get men who are still hung up on past relationships? Do I look like Oprah? I must. Well, I'm tired of trying to fix the problem. Clearly, if you're not over it now Marcosaurus, you probably never will be. My diagnosis: get a life. =)
Work is slow today, but the perk? Magnolia Bakery cupcakes! Oh man! They are so good! I've heard about these things from absolutely everyone! So, today, our manager, who is awesome, let my friend Kara and I run and get them. And we literally ran down 6th Ave. Check out their website! Everything there is delicious. You walk in and the smell of sugar, vanilla, chocolate, and every other imaginable sweet fills your nostrils with the sweet scent of magnificence! I devour my red velvet cupcake with whipped cream cheese frosting in about a minute.
Note to self: Use your home town roots to your advantage! I think it benefits being from Iowa. I really believe people think we live and grew up in a bubble and feel sorry for us, so they give us privileges and opportunities others may not have. Don't worry, I use it to my advantage! A lot! My blonde hair, blue eyes, and Midwestern accent actually gets me a lot of perks and a lot of places, meeting really cool people! You have to do what you have to do! =)
So, my weekend. Pretty much consisted of work. Brett comes Friday, so I figure I need to take it easy, considering when he gets here, it's going to be one constant flow of craziness, meets out of control, meets the Toncar's take over NYC! And I need to save my money. However, my list of activities is going to keep us busy from sun up to sun down. He'll probably be excited to go home, so he can actually rest!
The best part of my weekend...being able to see professional NFL players! Dan Marino walks into The Capital Grille Saturday, along with Rodney Harrison, Tony Dungee, and many retired Jets players. So cool! I'm pretty sure I looped around Dan Marino at the bar every five minutes. I couldn't help it! He's huge! Okay, so I admit, I didn't know who these people were until they were pointed out to me. Except Dan Marino, of course! I know who he is!
And I may or may not be dubbed the coolest sister in America! Not only have I helped my brother out during all of his crazy antics in his life, but today, I must admit, I did well. The talent coordinator from Sports New York talked to me and is letting my brother and I tour the broadcasting studio and stand in on a live sports broadcast! How cool is that?!? He freaked out when I told him! He's going to be like a kid in a candy store! I just hope someone really fascinating is there and hopefully he can meet him!
Oh yeah, and I'm taking him into our restaurant for dinner Saturday, so he can see Dan Marino. Marino comes in every Saturday, and he's Brett's idol, so we're going to be stalkers.
I got off work late on Saturday and spent three hours of my life, until 2:30 a.m., on the phone with some guy I met, who turns out to be a complete weirdo. Shocked?! Yeah, me either! I guess I should have got the hint since he is 35. I don't care about your money. I don't care about your many travels to Italy. Nor do I care about your high school sweetheart who broke your heart. You have been out of high school since the beginning of time! I think you may need to get over it! Why do I get men who are still hung up on past relationships? Do I look like Oprah? I must. Well, I'm tired of trying to fix the problem. Clearly, if you're not over it now Marcosaurus, you probably never will be. My diagnosis: get a life. =)
Work is slow today, but the perk? Magnolia Bakery cupcakes! Oh man! They are so good! I've heard about these things from absolutely everyone! So, today, our manager, who is awesome, let my friend Kara and I run and get them. And we literally ran down 6th Ave. Check out their website! Everything there is delicious. You walk in and the smell of sugar, vanilla, chocolate, and every other imaginable sweet fills your nostrils with the sweet scent of magnificence! I devour my red velvet cupcake with whipped cream cheese frosting in about a minute.
Note to self: Use your home town roots to your advantage! I think it benefits being from Iowa. I really believe people think we live and grew up in a bubble and feel sorry for us, so they give us privileges and opportunities others may not have. Don't worry, I use it to my advantage! A lot! My blonde hair, blue eyes, and Midwestern accent actually gets me a lot of perks and a lot of places, meeting really cool people! You have to do what you have to do! =)
Friday, November 13, 2009
Day 67
November 12, 2009
Okay, well my day starts at 7:30 this morning. It is now 2:03 a.m. and I do not get off work until 1:00 a.m.! What a L.O.N.G. day! I am beat! But I make really good money at coat check. And speaking of which. As a host, I cannot leave until the last coat has been checked back to our guests. The guests, who make me stay TWO HOURS past my end time, tip me NOTHING! WTF?! It's because of your stupid ass that I get out two hours later, and I don't even compensated for it? It's funny because there is only one word that keeps playing over and over and over in my head. F**kers. Ha! That's all I can think of! When you ask me stupid questions like, Oh my God. Like why is the turny door locked? Well, sweetheart. The restaurant closed two hours ago, and the fact that you can't even stand straight because you got too drunk off of your 60-year-old date, please don't start with me. It's not cute. Go smoke your cigarette to curb your appetite!
I have to laugh out loud to myself today at BHG. There is a brand in our books, typed out as, "African-Am Hair Care Products." So, I call the PR agency to see if they still deal with this account. This is how I ask the question, "Hi, my name is Ashley and I'm with Better Homes & Garden http://www.bhg.com/, and I was wondering if you still work with African Hair Care Products?" She replies, "I'm sorry, what company?" I say, "African A.M. Hair Care Products." I literally thought it meant A.M. It is not until about three hours later that I realize the "Am," means American. It's "African American Hair Care Products!" The lady has to think I'm nuts at the PR firm for spelling out Am, as if it were initials! Oh geeze, Ashley!
As I walk to The Capital Grille tonight, I walk past Rockefeller Center. They're putting up the Christmas tree! Oh my gosh! I get so excited!!!! It's going to be so beautiful! And it's huge! I mean, I always knew it was huge from tv, but I'm tellin' ya' what folks...it's absolutely, amazingly large! I tried to get a good picture, but this is the best I can do!
Okay, well my day starts at 7:30 this morning. It is now 2:03 a.m. and I do not get off work until 1:00 a.m.! What a L.O.N.G. day! I am beat! But I make really good money at coat check. And speaking of which. As a host, I cannot leave until the last coat has been checked back to our guests. The guests, who make me stay TWO HOURS past my end time, tip me NOTHING! WTF?! It's because of your stupid ass that I get out two hours later, and I don't even compensated for it? It's funny because there is only one word that keeps playing over and over and over in my head. F**kers. Ha! That's all I can think of! When you ask me stupid questions like, Oh my God. Like why is the turny door locked? Well, sweetheart. The restaurant closed two hours ago, and the fact that you can't even stand straight because you got too drunk off of your 60-year-old date, please don't start with me. It's not cute. Go smoke your cigarette to curb your appetite!
I have to laugh out loud to myself today at BHG. There is a brand in our books, typed out as, "African-Am Hair Care Products." So, I call the PR agency to see if they still deal with this account. This is how I ask the question, "Hi, my name is Ashley and I'm with Better Homes & Garden http://www.bhg.com/, and I was wondering if you still work with African Hair Care Products?" She replies, "I'm sorry, what company?" I say, "African A.M. Hair Care Products." I literally thought it meant A.M. It is not until about three hours later that I realize the "Am," means American. It's "African American Hair Care Products!" The lady has to think I'm nuts at the PR firm for spelling out Am, as if it were initials! Oh geeze, Ashley!
As I walk to The Capital Grille tonight, I walk past Rockefeller Center. They're putting up the Christmas tree! Oh my gosh! I get so excited!!!! It's going to be so beautiful! And it's huge! I mean, I always knew it was huge from tv, but I'm tellin' ya' what folks...it's absolutely, amazingly large! I tried to get a good picture, but this is the best I can do!
So, I know this sounds corny, but I definitely feel official at BHG. I'm in charge of getting products ready for our March issue photo shoot coming up soon. I call the different cosmetic companies and PR agencies and have them send over a specific colored eyeshadow. Watch out for Spring. An "it" color is, in my opinion, surprisingly intriguing, youthful, and edgy! That's not the point. The point is this--look at the picture below!
How cool does this look? My name, plus BHG, on the same label? I love it! I know, I'm nerdy, but hey! It's fun and hopefully someday, I actually get paid to do what I do! ;)
Note to self: Maybe four and a half cups of coffee in one day is a bad idea. Regardless of how tired you are, CLEARLY, your body does not respond at all to caffeine. Could it be because your body already has a high enough dose of energetic chemicals in your system? Or could it be because you are already ADD-like and OCD-like, that the caffeine has an opposite effect? Most people get headaches due to lack of caffeine. I have a massive headache, I think, for too much caffeine.
(The half of a cup is due to a little mishap on my part. When you get free coffee from your apartment building, make sure you find a lid that fits. Going without a lid only causes the coffee to bump up out of your cup, onto the whole lower half of your face, and splash on your favorite scarf. Now...you are a sticky mess! All I'm saying is...make sure it's covered up! That's what she said! Haha! JK mom and dad!)
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Day 66
November 11, 2009
Well...as my birthday creeps closer, the less excited I get. I don't want to be 25!!! This means I'm almost 30!!! No. Thank. You. But I still have a week and a half to enjoy being 24. I feel like turning 25 means you are officially an adult and play times over. I'm not ready to grow up! I definitely don't have Michael Jackson Syndrome, but I don't want to give up my youth. So, guess what? I'm not going to.
And what's even better. In NYC, everybody over the age of 25 feels the exact same way I do! It's great! It's like an adult's playground here! A playground where irresponsibility can be blamed on a bad day at work, a heavy consumption of alcohol, or a tragic day where you and your credit card are best friends, but slowly turn into frenemies by the end of the day. Whatever the reason, no one questions it. They just go along with it! Heck, if this is the case, I'm never leaving! A place where excuses are made and your irresponsibilites are justified? Okay!
I get to sleep in today which is nice. Don't you hate it when you have dreams that keep you awake all night long? As much as you try and concentrate on them going away, it keeps you awake that much more! Especially the dreams that seem so real, you wake up and have to really think about it--considering whether or not it really did happen. So, although I get to sleep in, I didn't really get any sleep.
Work is good today. However, when I go to sit someone in a booth, don't ask if you can switch to a table. If I want to sit you at a table, I would. I swear if someone asks me one more time to switch to the opposite seating arrangement, I'm going to scream! Who cares? It's a freakin' table--the food is delicious, you get service with a smile, and you are treated like you're the King of France. Quit complaining! People don't really understand hostesses sit you based on a system. When you change your mind, you mess up our system. Not cool! So, to all of you inconsiderate restaurant-goers...if you want a table or booth, please specify. It's much easier to accommodate you before I take you to a table you decide you don't want.
So, I'm on Facebook tonight and a friend of mine posts a song title. Listen to the song here. It's so sad, but it's so good at the same time! Speaking of friends on Facebook. I think it's so funny when people request to be your friend, when you know they didn't like you in high school. Why do you want to be my friend now? The last time I saw you was probably four years ago. And I was your waitress, where you left me NO tip. Yeah, that's right. I remember things like that! You don't need to know anything about me. All you are is nosey. I don't care about you, so let's not pretend you actually care about what's going on in my life. When I hit, "Reject Friend Request," or whatever it says, don't take that as a hint to ask me again. Just smile and call me what you assume I am, and leave it at that! See you at our ten year reunion! ;) Okay, I know what my mother is thinking right now...honey, they don't have to assume... Thanks mom! I know! ;)
So, I'm watching Nightline and one headline talks about a "Mangagement ring!" I think it's a good idea! Why do the ladies have to wear something on their finger that says they are off the market, but men don't? Not fair! If I'm being taken off the market, not only should my ring be a three karat diamond, Harry Winston, square cut, with smaller diamonds surrounding it (not to get specific), but my man should also have a token of love to show everyone the women of his dreams has him snagged up! ;) Okay, I guess if I get the Harry Winston, he doesn't have to get a mangagement ring. But I just think it's funny this is a hot topic on Nightline!
Note to self: Is it normal that I am almost 25 years old, and men continue to play dating games? If it's normal, I want to be weird! Games are so funny. I know it's assumed to be a part of dating, but come on now. Everyone knows just as well as I do, that it's dumb and just unnecessary! So pointless! I'll admit...I am one of those who likes a challenge, and that's probably immaturity on my part, but maybe, just maybe...if a man would not play games, it would be more attractive to me. If you like someone. You like them. Don't make it a guessing game. Don't call me and leave a message sounding all happy. Then when I can't call you back for three hours, and you text me telling me you're in class, then not call me back. I don't know about you, but I don't know a school that goes until midnight. I'm already over you. Now that I'm typing this, I realize how ridiculous I sound, but I don't care. It's about time I find someone who is actually interested in me and wants to talk to me. I'm done playing games! I did that once before and it turned out Shitty McDitty! I'm a sore loser, so I don't want to lose anymore! I quit! ;) JK!
Well...as my birthday creeps closer, the less excited I get. I don't want to be 25!!! This means I'm almost 30!!! No. Thank. You. But I still have a week and a half to enjoy being 24. I feel like turning 25 means you are officially an adult and play times over. I'm not ready to grow up! I definitely don't have Michael Jackson Syndrome, but I don't want to give up my youth. So, guess what? I'm not going to.
And what's even better. In NYC, everybody over the age of 25 feels the exact same way I do! It's great! It's like an adult's playground here! A playground where irresponsibility can be blamed on a bad day at work, a heavy consumption of alcohol, or a tragic day where you and your credit card are best friends, but slowly turn into frenemies by the end of the day. Whatever the reason, no one questions it. They just go along with it! Heck, if this is the case, I'm never leaving! A place where excuses are made and your irresponsibilites are justified? Okay!
I get to sleep in today which is nice. Don't you hate it when you have dreams that keep you awake all night long? As much as you try and concentrate on them going away, it keeps you awake that much more! Especially the dreams that seem so real, you wake up and have to really think about it--considering whether or not it really did happen. So, although I get to sleep in, I didn't really get any sleep.
Work is good today. However, when I go to sit someone in a booth, don't ask if you can switch to a table. If I want to sit you at a table, I would. I swear if someone asks me one more time to switch to the opposite seating arrangement, I'm going to scream! Who cares? It's a freakin' table--the food is delicious, you get service with a smile, and you are treated like you're the King of France. Quit complaining! People don't really understand hostesses sit you based on a system. When you change your mind, you mess up our system. Not cool! So, to all of you inconsiderate restaurant-goers...if you want a table or booth, please specify. It's much easier to accommodate you before I take you to a table you decide you don't want.
So, I'm on Facebook tonight and a friend of mine posts a song title. Listen to the song here. It's so sad, but it's so good at the same time! Speaking of friends on Facebook. I think it's so funny when people request to be your friend, when you know they didn't like you in high school. Why do you want to be my friend now? The last time I saw you was probably four years ago. And I was your waitress, where you left me NO tip. Yeah, that's right. I remember things like that! You don't need to know anything about me. All you are is nosey. I don't care about you, so let's not pretend you actually care about what's going on in my life. When I hit, "Reject Friend Request," or whatever it says, don't take that as a hint to ask me again. Just smile and call me what you assume I am, and leave it at that! See you at our ten year reunion! ;) Okay, I know what my mother is thinking right now...honey, they don't have to assume... Thanks mom! I know! ;)
So, I'm watching Nightline and one headline talks about a "Mangagement ring!" I think it's a good idea! Why do the ladies have to wear something on their finger that says they are off the market, but men don't? Not fair! If I'm being taken off the market, not only should my ring be a three karat diamond, Harry Winston, square cut, with smaller diamonds surrounding it (not to get specific), but my man should also have a token of love to show everyone the women of his dreams has him snagged up! ;) Okay, I guess if I get the Harry Winston, he doesn't have to get a mangagement ring. But I just think it's funny this is a hot topic on Nightline!
Note to self: Is it normal that I am almost 25 years old, and men continue to play dating games? If it's normal, I want to be weird! Games are so funny. I know it's assumed to be a part of dating, but come on now. Everyone knows just as well as I do, that it's dumb and just unnecessary! So pointless! I'll admit...I am one of those who likes a challenge, and that's probably immaturity on my part, but maybe, just maybe...if a man would not play games, it would be more attractive to me. If you like someone. You like them. Don't make it a guessing game. Don't call me and leave a message sounding all happy. Then when I can't call you back for three hours, and you text me telling me you're in class, then not call me back. I don't know about you, but I don't know a school that goes until midnight. I'm already over you. Now that I'm typing this, I realize how ridiculous I sound, but I don't care. It's about time I find someone who is actually interested in me and wants to talk to me. I'm done playing games! I did that once before and it turned out Shitty McDitty! I'm a sore loser, so I don't want to lose anymore! I quit! ;) JK!
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Day 63
November 8, 2009
The weather today is beautiful! I'm going to get out and enjoy it! I do need to get some tops for The Capital Grille. You can only wear the same black sweater so many times. Considering we have "regulars" that come into the restaurant, we cannot have them seeing me in the same clothes over and over. Everyone knows that! However, I walk into H&M, Forever 21, Ann Taylor LOFT, Banana Republic, and Express. Do you think I like any of the clothes I can afford? Absolutely not! That would be too easy.
Why is it that whenever I walk into a store, I always seem to find the most expensive item...the item that I want. When I went shopping with my friend last year for her wedding dress, guess who picked out the only TWO couture dresses in the whole store? Yup. You're reading about her! Maybe it's a sign that one day, I am meant to be a millionaire! ;) Or maybe in a past life I was wealthy. Where is this life today? I want that now! Who cares about the past? I have champagne taste on a Natty Light budget.
I have been quite the chef lately. I have been cooking some really healthy dinners, and I have become a HUGE fan of steamed broccoli! I've always become quite the baker. I made some peanut butter and jelly cookies--yes, they sound odd, but they are quite delicious! Before you know it, I will have my own tv show. "Broke and Hungry," is what I will want to call it. Minimal products that don't cost a lot, and it only takes 20 minutes to make! We can consider it the gourmet form of Kraft Mac 'n Cheese!
Note to self: When you walk past a man handing out Obama and Palin condoms, you contemplate if you take one or not. When it isn't until later that you realize what he's handing out, you wonder if it's too late to turn around and make the obvious approach to take the hot ticket item on the street. Are people going to look at me funny if I obviously turn around to take one? Who cares, you sissy?! You should have taken one! You wonder if it could hurt or benefit your sex life, but then you realize...hey! I don't have a sex life. So, it definitely can't hurt. But when it comes to the President of the United States helping you out, you realize your life has definitely taken a turn for the worst!
The weather today is beautiful! I'm going to get out and enjoy it! I do need to get some tops for The Capital Grille. You can only wear the same black sweater so many times. Considering we have "regulars" that come into the restaurant, we cannot have them seeing me in the same clothes over and over. Everyone knows that! However, I walk into H&M, Forever 21, Ann Taylor LOFT, Banana Republic, and Express. Do you think I like any of the clothes I can afford? Absolutely not! That would be too easy.
Why is it that whenever I walk into a store, I always seem to find the most expensive item...the item that I want. When I went shopping with my friend last year for her wedding dress, guess who picked out the only TWO couture dresses in the whole store? Yup. You're reading about her! Maybe it's a sign that one day, I am meant to be a millionaire! ;) Or maybe in a past life I was wealthy. Where is this life today? I want that now! Who cares about the past? I have champagne taste on a Natty Light budget.
I have been quite the chef lately. I have been cooking some really healthy dinners, and I have become a HUGE fan of steamed broccoli! I've always become quite the baker. I made some peanut butter and jelly cookies--yes, they sound odd, but they are quite delicious! Before you know it, I will have my own tv show. "Broke and Hungry," is what I will want to call it. Minimal products that don't cost a lot, and it only takes 20 minutes to make! We can consider it the gourmet form of Kraft Mac 'n Cheese!
Note to self: When you walk past a man handing out Obama and Palin condoms, you contemplate if you take one or not. When it isn't until later that you realize what he's handing out, you wonder if it's too late to turn around and make the obvious approach to take the hot ticket item on the street. Are people going to look at me funny if I obviously turn around to take one? Who cares, you sissy?! You should have taken one! You wonder if it could hurt or benefit your sex life, but then you realize...hey! I don't have a sex life. So, it definitely can't hurt. But when it comes to the President of the United States helping you out, you realize your life has definitely taken a turn for the worst!
Friday, November 6, 2009
Day 60
November 5, 2009
It's day two on the internship today. Amazing! The Capital Grille--amazing! Work life is wonderful right now! I am tired of my wardrobe, though. So, as much as I don't want my birthday to be here in two weeks, I do, because you know what that means? Money! Which means...clothes! Yay!!!! I need to be more edgy! My style is more traditional and classic! I'm ready to push the style button and go more classicly, trendy! Only if dad would give me his credit card. Let's keep our fingers crossed! ;)
I hear a rather catchy pick-up line today. It goes: "You would be perfect for one of my friends! He is smart and handsome, just like me. ;) He only has two requirements for a girl 1.) She likes wine and 2.) She's a good kisser. I don't want to set him up with someone who doesn't fit, so we will probably need to go drink a lil' and make out for a little before I introduce you." Hahaha! Clever, huh? I think it's pretty funny!
Okay, so the weather here...too cold! It's getting closer to winter, which is making me quite upset! As you know, my blood is constantly set at like -25 degrees all the time anyway. Walking to and from work and home and out with friends is becoming less and less appealing. I'm considering hibernation for the winter.
At work, guess what I see? Two mullets! Yes! Just when I think I miss home...someone comes along and reminds me of my good 'ol Midwestern roots. Thank you to the gentlemen, dressed in suits, with two of the classiest mullets I have ever seen! I thought my mullet days were over. Never underestimate this city!
Good thing I get my news from Facebook. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Fort Hood victims. This is what happens when you work from 10 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. You miss out on life's important information. What a tragedy! People are nuts!
Note to self: When you think of something to blog about, write it down. Your memory has a short attention span, so if you think of something funny, you better make a note because you know darn well you will not remember it later. It's irritating when you know you have funny stuff to tell, but you cannot remember what it is. Maybe you should just pay attention and learn to remember things. After all, you are a journalist. Isn't that your job? Goal one: Learn to pay more attention. Goal two: Learn how to focus. Goal three: Learn how to not be so scatter-brained. This three-step program should have me set for life!
It's day two on the internship today. Amazing! The Capital Grille--amazing! Work life is wonderful right now! I am tired of my wardrobe, though. So, as much as I don't want my birthday to be here in two weeks, I do, because you know what that means? Money! Which means...clothes! Yay!!!! I need to be more edgy! My style is more traditional and classic! I'm ready to push the style button and go more classicly, trendy! Only if dad would give me his credit card. Let's keep our fingers crossed! ;)
I hear a rather catchy pick-up line today. It goes: "You would be perfect for one of my friends! He is smart and handsome, just like me. ;) He only has two requirements for a girl 1.) She likes wine and 2.) She's a good kisser. I don't want to set him up with someone who doesn't fit, so we will probably need to go drink a lil' and make out for a little before I introduce you." Hahaha! Clever, huh? I think it's pretty funny!
Okay, so the weather here...too cold! It's getting closer to winter, which is making me quite upset! As you know, my blood is constantly set at like -25 degrees all the time anyway. Walking to and from work and home and out with friends is becoming less and less appealing. I'm considering hibernation for the winter.
At work, guess what I see? Two mullets! Yes! Just when I think I miss home...someone comes along and reminds me of my good 'ol Midwestern roots. Thank you to the gentlemen, dressed in suits, with two of the classiest mullets I have ever seen! I thought my mullet days were over. Never underestimate this city!
Good thing I get my news from Facebook. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families of Fort Hood victims. This is what happens when you work from 10 a.m. until 11:30 p.m. You miss out on life's important information. What a tragedy! People are nuts!
Note to self: When you think of something to blog about, write it down. Your memory has a short attention span, so if you think of something funny, you better make a note because you know darn well you will not remember it later. It's irritating when you know you have funny stuff to tell, but you cannot remember what it is. Maybe you should just pay attention and learn to remember things. After all, you are a journalist. Isn't that your job? Goal one: Learn to pay more attention. Goal two: Learn how to focus. Goal three: Learn how to not be so scatter-brained. This three-step program should have me set for life!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Day 57
November 2, 2009
Can you believe it's already November? I can't! It only means one thing...I will soon be 25. Ugh! Horrid, I know! If I can stay 25 forever, I would be okay with that. I do not want to get older!
Besides this fact, today is a great day! I start my new job at The Capital Grille today. It is such a great place to work! The people are amazing--the managers don't talk to you like you're nothing. Unlike my previous job. I already have benefits, we get a free dinner everyday, and the best part...drum roll please...they are closed on Thanksgiving! Whew hew! The one thing I have been worrying about since I started applying for jobs! It's amazing! I can now enjoyably go to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with my brother and not have to worry about work! ;)
You should really check out their menu. Their food looks amazing, the atmosphere is a professional, yet elegant take on Old Hollywood Glamour, and the friendly staff, I know I will come to grow and love! Who doesn't love free coffee all day? I'm raising my hand, because I know I do! Let's not forget the rather attractive, business men that come strolling through our doors. That's just a bonus! And I've only been there a day! I may need to cool myself off a bit!
I come home, tired from the long day. After talking to my friend, Dyanna, on the phone, I turn to none other than "New Moon." I'm already 3/4 the way done! I can't even believe it. I now want to take up the hobby of reading. It's so different than watching tv. When I watch tv, my mind still wanders in a million different directions. When I read, I'm only focused on what's going on with the book. I love it! What a way to forget about everything!
I'm watching the series! What a great one! I love how the game's go back and forth. Phillies, Yankees, Yankees, now Phillies! I love it! I'm still for the Yankees because I want to see what the city turns into after they win! It's going to be one crazy phenomenon! I want to be a part of it! Baseball is my favorite sport. It's the All-American dream of sports! I was in Chicago when the Sox won the series, and now I'm in NYC where there is a potential for the same thing. I think I'm their secret good luck charm! I should get compensation for this! I would even settle for a date with a player! ;)
Note to self: When you give someone advice, maybe you should listen to yourself and really hear what you're saying. What you tell your friends is often something that pertains to your life. Take your own advice. You are your best critique. And you are ultimately the one who knows you best and knows what is best for you. When you tell your friend, "You deserve someone who doesn't treat you like crap. Don't put up with his crap. He's not worth it. You deserve someone who thinks you're the world!" And she says, "Yeah, he thinks the sun shines out of my ass, already." Haha! Listen to yourself and realize that you're in the same situation, and you should probably listen to yourself more! Hello, sister! You're not an idiot! I know it's easier said than done, but wake up to reality! I know we have all been here! Do you think we will ever really listen to ourselves? =) Probably not. But it's always nice to think that we do, and that we really do try! ;)
Can you believe it's already November? I can't! It only means one thing...I will soon be 25. Ugh! Horrid, I know! If I can stay 25 forever, I would be okay with that. I do not want to get older!
Besides this fact, today is a great day! I start my new job at The Capital Grille today. It is such a great place to work! The people are amazing--the managers don't talk to you like you're nothing. Unlike my previous job. I already have benefits, we get a free dinner everyday, and the best part...drum roll please...they are closed on Thanksgiving! Whew hew! The one thing I have been worrying about since I started applying for jobs! It's amazing! I can now enjoyably go to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade with my brother and not have to worry about work! ;)
You should really check out their menu. Their food looks amazing, the atmosphere is a professional, yet elegant take on Old Hollywood Glamour, and the friendly staff, I know I will come to grow and love! Who doesn't love free coffee all day? I'm raising my hand, because I know I do! Let's not forget the rather attractive, business men that come strolling through our doors. That's just a bonus! And I've only been there a day! I may need to cool myself off a bit!
I come home, tired from the long day. After talking to my friend, Dyanna, on the phone, I turn to none other than "New Moon." I'm already 3/4 the way done! I can't even believe it. I now want to take up the hobby of reading. It's so different than watching tv. When I watch tv, my mind still wanders in a million different directions. When I read, I'm only focused on what's going on with the book. I love it! What a way to forget about everything!
I'm watching the series! What a great one! I love how the game's go back and forth. Phillies, Yankees, Yankees, now Phillies! I love it! I'm still for the Yankees because I want to see what the city turns into after they win! It's going to be one crazy phenomenon! I want to be a part of it! Baseball is my favorite sport. It's the All-American dream of sports! I was in Chicago when the Sox won the series, and now I'm in NYC where there is a potential for the same thing. I think I'm their secret good luck charm! I should get compensation for this! I would even settle for a date with a player! ;)
Note to self: When you give someone advice, maybe you should listen to yourself and really hear what you're saying. What you tell your friends is often something that pertains to your life. Take your own advice. You are your best critique. And you are ultimately the one who knows you best and knows what is best for you. When you tell your friend, "You deserve someone who doesn't treat you like crap. Don't put up with his crap. He's not worth it. You deserve someone who thinks you're the world!" And she says, "Yeah, he thinks the sun shines out of my ass, already." Haha! Listen to yourself and realize that you're in the same situation, and you should probably listen to yourself more! Hello, sister! You're not an idiot! I know it's easier said than done, but wake up to reality! I know we have all been here! Do you think we will ever really listen to ourselves? =) Probably not. But it's always nice to think that we do, and that we really do try! ;)