It's cloudy out, I feel yucky, and the cats are napping cozily. All I want to do is take some medicine and crawl in bed.
Buuuuuuuut, I have work to finish. Freelancing sucks. You can't take a sick day and expect someone else you work with to finish things up because you don't work with anyone else!
I guess I will stay covered up in my warm pajama pants, sweater and robe and have some more tea. So not as fun as napping.
Oops, guess I shouldn't have wasted 5 minutes here when I should be working.
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Day 158 - New Year's Resolutions
Holy crap! I made New Year's resolutions on here last year. They were pretty lame and I maybe kind of accomplished some of them. I do want to make resolutions this year, but I've made them smaller and more general. I think so far so good and I will be one of those people who actually does them!
1. Dress like a French ballerina - I need a "style" I think instead of a mish-mash closet. Plus I want to wear tutu skirts and leotards and long sweater wraps.
2. Take on a new hobby - I want to take ballet classes (originally inspired by the clothing), but it would also help my flexibility (the one athletic area I never was good at) and my posture. Plus, I KNOW it would be a challenge and it'd be nice to take on a sport/activity that is really difficult for me.
3. Make more connections in my industry - This is obvious. But...I am already getting ahead on this and planning lunch/coffee with one of the other writers I met in NY who is from LA. Go me!
4. Clean out closet, makeup, shoes, jewelry - This will be easy as I plan on doing it right after New Year's. Just need to scrap things taking up space.
5. Save money for next Christmas - My family wants to vacation next year, so I am going to do my part and save!
6. Redo bedding and complete bedroom - I already have a plan for my bedding and bedroom, but it is still unfinished (since March!).
7. Finally get a damn portfolio - Yes, this was a resolution last year, so here it is again.
8. Find "my drink" - I usually skip around on what drinks I drink, but I want to find a drink I love and make it my normal order.
9. Do something I am afraid of - Pretty general, but I want to do more things that I are maybe out of my comfort zone, like attend an event alone, set up a lunch with an editor I've freelanced with, anything.
10. Find a boyfriend - Haha...that's not really one! But I will meet more guys!
Soooo...I guess those are the resolutions. I'll probably forget about them or something right away. But on another note, I am back in an good mood about New Year's. Actually, I am a little under-the-weather (maybe from the temp change from Chicago to LA?), but I am taking tea and medicine and resting. San Diego, see you tomorrow!!!
1. Dress like a French ballerina - I need a "style" I think instead of a mish-mash closet. Plus I want to wear tutu skirts and leotards and long sweater wraps.
2. Take on a new hobby - I want to take ballet classes (originally inspired by the clothing), but it would also help my flexibility (the one athletic area I never was good at) and my posture. Plus, I KNOW it would be a challenge and it'd be nice to take on a sport/activity that is really difficult for me.
3. Make more connections in my industry - This is obvious. But...I am already getting ahead on this and planning lunch/coffee with one of the other writers I met in NY who is from LA. Go me!
4. Clean out closet, makeup, shoes, jewelry - This will be easy as I plan on doing it right after New Year's. Just need to scrap things taking up space.
5. Save money for next Christmas - My family wants to vacation next year, so I am going to do my part and save!
6. Redo bedding and complete bedroom - I already have a plan for my bedding and bedroom, but it is still unfinished (since March!).
7. Finally get a damn portfolio - Yes, this was a resolution last year, so here it is again.
8. Find "my drink" - I usually skip around on what drinks I drink, but I want to find a drink I love and make it my normal order.
9. Do something I am afraid of - Pretty general, but I want to do more things that I are maybe out of my comfort zone, like attend an event alone, set up a lunch with an editor I've freelanced with, anything.
10. Find a boyfriend - Haha...that's not really one! But I will meet more guys!
Soooo...I guess those are the resolutions. I'll probably forget about them or something right away. But on another note, I am back in an good mood about New Year's. Actually, I am a little under-the-weather (maybe from the temp change from Chicago to LA?), but I am taking tea and medicine and resting. San Diego, see you tomorrow!!!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Day 157 cont. - Already Stressing?
I am already back in a bad mood about being a 3rd wheel!
I just can only imagine what I will have to go through! And I might be extra bothered because I will also have to spend the whole next day and night as the 3rd wheel as we are staying there 2 nights!
Maybe I will go try on my dress and accessories to pump myself up. Maybe I will take off my nail polish to prepare for doing my nails for NYE. Maybe I will practice fun makeup looks. Maybe I will go for a run later to get myself feeling great.
I'll update you as my mood flip flops along.
I just can only imagine what I will have to go through! And I might be extra bothered because I will also have to spend the whole next day and night as the 3rd wheel as we are staying there 2 nights!
Maybe I will go try on my dress and accessories to pump myself up. Maybe I will take off my nail polish to prepare for doing my nails for NYE. Maybe I will practice fun makeup looks. Maybe I will go for a run later to get myself feeling great.
I'll update you as my mood flip flops along.
Day 157 cont. - Not Me!
This morning while I showered, I looked up at the ceiling and saw a daddy long leg spider! Yes, a heart attack then began as I jumped out of the shower with shampoo in my hair.
The spider was on the ceiling hanging out. I grabbed a flip flop and prepared to kill it. However, it was just out of reach, and I was terrified of hitting it, not killing it, and being all close to it while it fell on my head or something.
So, I took my flip flop and began throwing it at the spider. A few throws later and I managed to knock it on the bathtub floor and then killed it, washing it down the drain.
See, who needs a guy to kill spiders when you have a flip flop and good aim????
The spider was on the ceiling hanging out. I grabbed a flip flop and prepared to kill it. However, it was just out of reach, and I was terrified of hitting it, not killing it, and being all close to it while it fell on my head or something.
So, I took my flip flop and began throwing it at the spider. A few throws later and I managed to knock it on the bathtub floor and then killed it, washing it down the drain.
See, who needs a guy to kill spiders when you have a flip flop and good aim????
Day 157 - Third Wheelin' It
OK, I know Christmas happened and I will write all about that, but right now we have a more pressing issue.
New Year's Eve is around the corner (2 days!) and it is looking very likely that I will be a 3rd wheel. Uuuuuggggggggghhhhhhh!
Legal Eagle and I are going to San Diego for NYE (thanks to her boss) and she invited the guy she is dating (and yes, I encouraged that she invite him). LE is also still trying to convince his roomie RJ to come (as RJ and Double B were going to do something else together for NYE, but now neither will attend that event), but I am not so sure she can get him to come in the next 2 days.
But, I have made a conscious decision to not mope about my 3rd wheel status. So, I have devised a game plan for my night of 3rd wheelin' it. For anyone who finds themselves as a 3rd wheel, feel free to steal my tips:
1. Look foxy: That is a given. Must make jaws drop when I enter the room. But, can't look like I am trying too hard. I think I have this covered with a fitted dress that is about knee-length. It is perfect. If you look good, you will start to feel good! And hell, I am single after all! Other suggestions: go all-out blingy, wear crazy accessories, sky-high heels, anything outrageous.
2. Drink: I know, drinking doesn't solve my problems (Lie! It does!), but if you are a 3rd wheel on a night like NYE, have a drink or two or three or...you get it. It'll give you something to do and hold onto during the night if there are any weird moments.
3. Don't drink too much: You do not want to be the sloppy, single, drunk girl. You also don't want to be kissing the toilet at midnight. My plan is to sub in a water or soda after each drink. Pace yourself and you will be ready for the champagne toast at midnight.
4. Dance, even if it is by yourself: If there is one thing I have learned from my dad, it is that if you want to dance, you should, even if you are dancing alone. Anyway, when you see someone out on the dance floor just having fun dancing around, aren't you usually jealous? I am, so NYE I am just going to dance!
5. Flirt the night away: If you're a single, 3rd wheel then mix and mingle with everyone! You have no one you have to "report back to" at all. Make a game of it and see just how many guys you can flirt with, just watch out for ones with girlfriends!
6. Work the room: If couples are dancing to a slow song or whatever, just wander the room. It'll probably be a big space, so just walk around, find out where things are, whatever. It takes up some time and the walking will help sober you up. Ha!
7. Smile: I know, lame! But forcing a smile does make you eventually feel like smiling. Plus a smile will attract far more of those single guys than a frown will.
8. Make couples jealous: Sure, couples are all happy that they aren't single on NYE, until they meet you! Be bold and feel free to act a little crazy (but keep it all legal). Dance on a bar, hit on the bartender, have a line of guys waiting to kiss you at midnight, whatever. Because you know all those girls with boyfriends at NYE? They usually aren't supposed to do that kind of stuff. And those guys with girlfriends on NYE? They probably wish they were in the line to kiss you.
9. Do not act or feel like the 3rd wheel: This is probably the hardest one, but all I can say is I am not going to rely on the couple I will be with to entertain me through the night. Yes, I will hang out with them, but I will also go do whatever I want and let them do what they want. They will not decide if I have fun. And, if they see how much fun I am having, it'll put them in a better mood and hopefully all three of us can just have fun together (instead of them wondering if I am pissed off).
10. Decide how to deal with those "moments": There will be moments where all three of you are hanging out and they act like a couple and you are just "there." It may be weird, but come up with a game plan. Go get a drink, excuse yourself to the ladies' room, just chill and wait for the moment to pass, go dance, find a guy to make eye contact with, or just cryptically say "I'll be right back." Whatever you do, don't pout, roll your eyes or any of that. Stay in a good mood!
11. Decide what to do at midnight when the moment arrives: Don't put the pressure on yourself of trying to land a kiss all night. Just go out and have fun and when the time arrives, close your eyes and scream "Happy New Year!" if no one is around to kiss. And if someone else is doing the same, go for a kiss!
12. Go home if you really can't take it: If you're in a bad mood, why deal with it all? Just head home or do whatever you want. You shouldn't be forced to celebrate if you just want to be in bed and no one wants to be around a moper anyway. There is nothing wrong with being in bed before midnight.
13. Make an entrance: Not like do flips when you walk in. I just mean be a little fashionably late and walk in slowly, scan the crowd and let them all get a chance to check you out. You're single and can show up whenever you want, not when your boyfriend wants to get there.
14. Did I mention look foxy?: This is worth repeating because I also mean it is OK to spend all day getting ready. I plan on it and I won't have any guy around saying, "Are you ready?" I'll be ready when I'm ready!
I think this is a good start! I'll have to remind myself about 5,000,000 times of this post, but I'm ready to look great and have fun. I will definitely let you know how my 3rd wheel night goes. Unless RJ does come, well, then maybe I might be able to make some time for him. We'll see.
New Year's Eve is around the corner (2 days!) and it is looking very likely that I will be a 3rd wheel. Uuuuuggggggggghhhhhhh!
Legal Eagle and I are going to San Diego for NYE (thanks to her boss) and she invited the guy she is dating (and yes, I encouraged that she invite him). LE is also still trying to convince his roomie RJ to come (as RJ and Double B were going to do something else together for NYE, but now neither will attend that event), but I am not so sure she can get him to come in the next 2 days.
But, I have made a conscious decision to not mope about my 3rd wheel status. So, I have devised a game plan for my night of 3rd wheelin' it. For anyone who finds themselves as a 3rd wheel, feel free to steal my tips:
1. Look foxy: That is a given. Must make jaws drop when I enter the room. But, can't look like I am trying too hard. I think I have this covered with a fitted dress that is about knee-length. It is perfect. If you look good, you will start to feel good! And hell, I am single after all! Other suggestions: go all-out blingy, wear crazy accessories, sky-high heels, anything outrageous.
2. Drink: I know, drinking doesn't solve my problems (Lie! It does!), but if you are a 3rd wheel on a night like NYE, have a drink or two or three or...you get it. It'll give you something to do and hold onto during the night if there are any weird moments.
3. Don't drink too much: You do not want to be the sloppy, single, drunk girl. You also don't want to be kissing the toilet at midnight. My plan is to sub in a water or soda after each drink. Pace yourself and you will be ready for the champagne toast at midnight.
4. Dance, even if it is by yourself: If there is one thing I have learned from my dad, it is that if you want to dance, you should, even if you are dancing alone. Anyway, when you see someone out on the dance floor just having fun dancing around, aren't you usually jealous? I am, so NYE I am just going to dance!
5. Flirt the night away: If you're a single, 3rd wheel then mix and mingle with everyone! You have no one you have to "report back to" at all. Make a game of it and see just how many guys you can flirt with, just watch out for ones with girlfriends!
6. Work the room: If couples are dancing to a slow song or whatever, just wander the room. It'll probably be a big space, so just walk around, find out where things are, whatever. It takes up some time and the walking will help sober you up. Ha!
7. Smile: I know, lame! But forcing a smile does make you eventually feel like smiling. Plus a smile will attract far more of those single guys than a frown will.
8. Make couples jealous: Sure, couples are all happy that they aren't single on NYE, until they meet you! Be bold and feel free to act a little crazy (but keep it all legal). Dance on a bar, hit on the bartender, have a line of guys waiting to kiss you at midnight, whatever. Because you know all those girls with boyfriends at NYE? They usually aren't supposed to do that kind of stuff. And those guys with girlfriends on NYE? They probably wish they were in the line to kiss you.
9. Do not act or feel like the 3rd wheel: This is probably the hardest one, but all I can say is I am not going to rely on the couple I will be with to entertain me through the night. Yes, I will hang out with them, but I will also go do whatever I want and let them do what they want. They will not decide if I have fun. And, if they see how much fun I am having, it'll put them in a better mood and hopefully all three of us can just have fun together (instead of them wondering if I am pissed off).
10. Decide how to deal with those "moments": There will be moments where all three of you are hanging out and they act like a couple and you are just "there." It may be weird, but come up with a game plan. Go get a drink, excuse yourself to the ladies' room, just chill and wait for the moment to pass, go dance, find a guy to make eye contact with, or just cryptically say "I'll be right back." Whatever you do, don't pout, roll your eyes or any of that. Stay in a good mood!
11. Decide what to do at midnight when the moment arrives: Don't put the pressure on yourself of trying to land a kiss all night. Just go out and have fun and when the time arrives, close your eyes and scream "Happy New Year!" if no one is around to kiss. And if someone else is doing the same, go for a kiss!
12. Go home if you really can't take it: If you're in a bad mood, why deal with it all? Just head home or do whatever you want. You shouldn't be forced to celebrate if you just want to be in bed and no one wants to be around a moper anyway. There is nothing wrong with being in bed before midnight.
13. Make an entrance: Not like do flips when you walk in. I just mean be a little fashionably late and walk in slowly, scan the crowd and let them all get a chance to check you out. You're single and can show up whenever you want, not when your boyfriend wants to get there.
14. Did I mention look foxy?: This is worth repeating because I also mean it is OK to spend all day getting ready. I plan on it and I won't have any guy around saying, "Are you ready?" I'll be ready when I'm ready!
I think this is a good start! I'll have to remind myself about 5,000,000 times of this post, but I'm ready to look great and have fun. I will definitely let you know how my 3rd wheel night goes. Unless RJ does come, well, then maybe I might be able to make some time for him. We'll see.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Day 156 - NY - Day 2 - La Mela
OK, I did delete the previous post in case you noticed. Lots worked out yesterday and feeling better today.
We left off at the set visit and then I was off to dinner.
It was cold out and by the time I got back to the hotel, I almost wasn't sure I wanted to head back out, get on a subway, sit at a restaurant and have dinner. But, I had previously told myself that I needed to head back to La Mela, a restaurant I discovered with my family when they visited 5 years ago. It was one of the best restaurants because the food was delicious, the atmosphere was hilarious and the experience was a memory for life.
I bundled up and made my way out. It was an incredibly short subway ride and once I got up and out, I was happy to be out walking in NY again.
I eventually made it to La Mela. It was easy to find. However, what was not so easy was to figure out which door to enter because they have three separate sections. Of course, I planned on eating in the restaurant, but ended up in the bar area, perched on a stool and the only customer in that area.
One of the waiters went behind the bar to take my drink order, so I got some white wine, which they filled to the top, of course. Soon after, the bartender appeared and gave me a menu. Tricia (my bartender) was hilarious, Italian, sassy, incredibly kind and the perfect bartender for this kind of night.
I ordered the gnocchi which was probably the best gnocchi I've ever had. While I ate, here is some stuff that went on:
Man enters bar area from other room
Man: Hey!
Tricia: Hi, how are you?
Man: Good.
Tricia: What's your name again?
Man: Santino.
Tricia: Right!
Man: The guys are back there.
Tricia: TJ is there??
Man: Yeah.
Tricia goes off to the back area where TJ is.
Man: How are you?
Me: Good.
Man: Enjoying your dinner?
Me: Yes, it's delicious.
Man: Are you here alone?
Me: Yes.
Man: Have a good night.
Man leaves and Tricia soon returns.
OK, Santino did not say the "Are you here alone?" part as if he were hitting on me, it was more like, "Are you here alone because I need to know exactly what is going on and P.S. I'm in the mob."
Soooo...my night went on. Some people began to trickle in and eat in the bar area at some tables. Two older couples from California came in for drinks. They were nice-ish, but I later found out they tipped $4 on an $80 bill!
We talked about California and I talked about my work. They love Mark Wahlberg, so they were impressed with me. During this time I finished my wine and dinner. Tricia asked if I wanted another and I hadn't planned on it, so I said I was OK for now. She said it'd be on the house. I said OK!
The two couples and I talked with Tricia and some staff. I told them my La Mela story and how my family and I loved it and I knew I wanted to come back during my short trip. They said friends had recommended the place.
Sometime during all this a waiter came up to check on me. He asked me how the food and wine were and called me "bella."
Soon another man entered the bar area and took a seat next to me. He tried to order an espresso and chat me up. Luckily, Tricia was awesome and soon told him they only served food and alcohol (not true). Once he left, she said:
"I figured he was bothering you when he was practically trying to sit in your lap."
The couples left after a couple of drinks and I finished my wine up at around the same time. I got my bill and put my money down to pay. Tricia and I continued to talk and without me noticing, she began filling my glass again.
When I finally noticed, she said, "Benny (Binny?) wanted to buy you a drink."
Eyebrows raised, she introduced me to both Benny and Tony, two of the waiters. They asked me where I was from and a few other things. Benny was the waiter who was calling me "bella" earlier. Young, tall, real Italian accent (not Jersey style), in shape and pretty cute (other than some weird little facial hair thing).
So I chilled with my wine and heard bartending stories from Tricia. We talked about reality TV and how we both had wanted to go to Rocco's restaurant from his reality show and how it failed.
Eventually, Benny would reappear at my side.
Benny: (all in an Italian accent) So you are not from New York, bella?
Me: No, I'm just here for work.
Benny: Oh, what do you do?
Me: Entertainment journalism.
Benny: Oh. (I don't think he got it). So when did you get here?
Me: Yesterday.
Benny: When do you leave, bella?
Me: Tomorrow morning.
Benny: Oh, so short! I am sad. What time tomorrow?
Me: 10:30.
Benny: Oh, that is not so early.
Me: (in head: Yes, it is.) Yeah it's not so bad.
Benny: So what are your plans for the rest of the night?
Me: No plans. Just came here for dinner and a drink (in head: or 2 or 3 or....).
Benny: No plans?
Me: Nope, nothing else planned tonight.
Benny: Oh, so you will just go back to hotel?
Me: I guess.
Benny: What area are you staying in?
Me: Just a bit uptown from here.
Benny: Uptown?!
Me: No, just a little uptown from here, near Rockefeller Center.
Benny: Oh, oh. So nothing else planned tonight?
Me: Nope.
Benny: Well if you are headed out for another drink or something later, you should let me know.
Me: Mm hmm.
And with that, Benny was off back to work.
Here's the thing, I was slightly charmed by him, but the ending? I'm not the girl who will then ask, "Well, what time do you get off?"
The way he should have played it was, "I get off at [insert time]. Let's head to [insert location] and have a drink." With that, I would not have to do a thing other than agree to go. So much easier.
After my third glass and Tricia was just on her way out as her shift was ending, the owner came and tended bar. He offered, "Let La Mela buy you a drink."
Tempting? Yes. Did I take it? No. Logic was present and I knew it was time to call it a night, while I could still easily make my way home with many people still out and about.
I headed out, didn't have a chance to say bye to Benny, and made my way back to the hotel. I couldn't have asked for a better NY night.
We left off at the set visit and then I was off to dinner.
It was cold out and by the time I got back to the hotel, I almost wasn't sure I wanted to head back out, get on a subway, sit at a restaurant and have dinner. But, I had previously told myself that I needed to head back to La Mela, a restaurant I discovered with my family when they visited 5 years ago. It was one of the best restaurants because the food was delicious, the atmosphere was hilarious and the experience was a memory for life.
I bundled up and made my way out. It was an incredibly short subway ride and once I got up and out, I was happy to be out walking in NY again.
I eventually made it to La Mela. It was easy to find. However, what was not so easy was to figure out which door to enter because they have three separate sections. Of course, I planned on eating in the restaurant, but ended up in the bar area, perched on a stool and the only customer in that area.
One of the waiters went behind the bar to take my drink order, so I got some white wine, which they filled to the top, of course. Soon after, the bartender appeared and gave me a menu. Tricia (my bartender) was hilarious, Italian, sassy, incredibly kind and the perfect bartender for this kind of night.
I ordered the gnocchi which was probably the best gnocchi I've ever had. While I ate, here is some stuff that went on:
Man enters bar area from other room
Man: Hey!
Tricia: Hi, how are you?
Man: Good.
Tricia: What's your name again?
Man: Santino.
Tricia: Right!
Man: The guys are back there.
Tricia: TJ is there??
Man: Yeah.
Tricia goes off to the back area where TJ is.
Man: How are you?
Me: Good.
Man: Enjoying your dinner?
Me: Yes, it's delicious.
Man: Are you here alone?
Me: Yes.
Man: Have a good night.
Man leaves and Tricia soon returns.
OK, Santino did not say the "Are you here alone?" part as if he were hitting on me, it was more like, "Are you here alone because I need to know exactly what is going on and P.S. I'm in the mob."
Soooo...my night went on. Some people began to trickle in and eat in the bar area at some tables. Two older couples from California came in for drinks. They were nice-ish, but I later found out they tipped $4 on an $80 bill!
We talked about California and I talked about my work. They love Mark Wahlberg, so they were impressed with me. During this time I finished my wine and dinner. Tricia asked if I wanted another and I hadn't planned on it, so I said I was OK for now. She said it'd be on the house. I said OK!
The two couples and I talked with Tricia and some staff. I told them my La Mela story and how my family and I loved it and I knew I wanted to come back during my short trip. They said friends had recommended the place.
Sometime during all this a waiter came up to check on me. He asked me how the food and wine were and called me "bella."
Soon another man entered the bar area and took a seat next to me. He tried to order an espresso and chat me up. Luckily, Tricia was awesome and soon told him they only served food and alcohol (not true). Once he left, she said:
"I figured he was bothering you when he was practically trying to sit in your lap."
The couples left after a couple of drinks and I finished my wine up at around the same time. I got my bill and put my money down to pay. Tricia and I continued to talk and without me noticing, she began filling my glass again.
When I finally noticed, she said, "Benny (Binny?) wanted to buy you a drink."
Eyebrows raised, she introduced me to both Benny and Tony, two of the waiters. They asked me where I was from and a few other things. Benny was the waiter who was calling me "bella" earlier. Young, tall, real Italian accent (not Jersey style), in shape and pretty cute (other than some weird little facial hair thing).
So I chilled with my wine and heard bartending stories from Tricia. We talked about reality TV and how we both had wanted to go to Rocco's restaurant from his reality show and how it failed.
Eventually, Benny would reappear at my side.
Benny: (all in an Italian accent) So you are not from New York, bella?
Me: No, I'm just here for work.
Benny: Oh, what do you do?
Me: Entertainment journalism.
Benny: Oh. (I don't think he got it). So when did you get here?
Me: Yesterday.
Benny: When do you leave, bella?
Me: Tomorrow morning.
Benny: Oh, so short! I am sad. What time tomorrow?
Me: 10:30.
Benny: Oh, that is not so early.
Me: (in head: Yes, it is.) Yeah it's not so bad.
Benny: So what are your plans for the rest of the night?
Me: No plans. Just came here for dinner and a drink (in head: or 2 or 3 or....).
Benny: No plans?
Me: Nope, nothing else planned tonight.
Benny: Oh, so you will just go back to hotel?
Me: I guess.
Benny: What area are you staying in?
Me: Just a bit uptown from here.
Benny: Uptown?!
Me: No, just a little uptown from here, near Rockefeller Center.
Benny: Oh, oh. So nothing else planned tonight?
Me: Nope.
Benny: Well if you are headed out for another drink or something later, you should let me know.
Me: Mm hmm.
And with that, Benny was off back to work.
Here's the thing, I was slightly charmed by him, but the ending? I'm not the girl who will then ask, "Well, what time do you get off?"
The way he should have played it was, "I get off at [insert time]. Let's head to [insert location] and have a drink." With that, I would not have to do a thing other than agree to go. So much easier.
After my third glass and Tricia was just on her way out as her shift was ending, the owner came and tended bar. He offered, "Let La Mela buy you a drink."
Tempting? Yes. Did I take it? No. Logic was present and I knew it was time to call it a night, while I could still easily make my way home with many people still out and about.
I headed out, didn't have a chance to say bye to Benny, and made my way back to the hotel. I couldn't have asked for a better NY night.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Day 155 cont. - NY- Day 2 - The Set Visit
I spent my morning in bed looking over questions and things about the actors in the film who we'd be meeting. (Oh, and I looked adorable and will post that picture later).
Just before 11:00, I headed to the lobby to meet with the others. I first met a girl about my age who lives in Pasadena and is from the Chicago suburbs also. We talked for quite a bit and throughout the day. She was very nice and it was her first set visit, too.
A bit past 11:00, we headed to Brooklyn in shuttles. We ended up at a giant warehouse that had sets up all around. (Sorry, no cameras were allowed on set!). It was crazy there. Tons of people doing random jobs. Lots of extras! We even saw Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg's stand-ins. They look just like them!!
We soon sat and watched 5 seconds of a scene, but it took them forever to get everything just right.
Eventually we began interviews. First with Ray Stevenson. Don't know him, but he was nice and pretty funny. However, here is what went down on the side.
Scene: Woman from Sony who organized these interviews pulls me aside
Sony Woman: You wanted to do an on-camera spot, right?
Me: (panic sets in as I thought I'd just be doing group interviews) Well, if there is time, but I don't have to if there isn't time.
SW: Oh, of course. I flagged you for on-camera, so we will get you set up with Mark.
Me: Great. (in head) Oh my fucking god! I want to die. What am I going to say? I'll probably freeze. I need an out. I need an out!
I began preparing in my head everything we would talk about, praying that he was a rambler and would just go on and on and on. Soon, I was escorted over to the camera area and watched another interviewer (there were 3 of us who got camera interviews). Another woman handling the interviews told me what I would do when we started.
I was up!
I introduced myself to Mark Wahlberg. He said hello and asked how I was and said it was nice to meet me. I said the same and mentally noted his small hands and girly handshake.
We talked and talked, he mentioned church at one point. He was nice, but not very personable. It all seemed rehearsed and as if he was just going through the motions of an interview.
Also, after seeing him in person, I can no longer understand how anyone can find him hot. He looks like a teenage boy. He is small, small, small. His face is boyish and he is so little!
We then waited for a long time, had lunch (not great and two bones in my fish), watched scenes and waited some more.
Eventually, I had my on-camera interview with Will Ferrell. I wasn't sure what to expect. I guess I thought he would be "on" the whole time, which I felt bummed about because I wanted to see what he was normally like.
Luckily, I think he very much acted like himself. He was quieter than I thought, but very friendly and personable and wanted to know a bit about me as well. We even joked some! Sure it was kind of lame, but I joked around with Will Ferrell!
He wasn't over-the-top jokey, but made quiet jokes and would laugh a little at them. Also, he has a good handshake, where Mark had a weak one.
Finally, we watched some more scenes. I swear it took them all day to film 15 seconds of the film. We also interviewed Steve Coogan, who was funny, but I didn't get to spend much time with him.
We didn't leave until after 6:00 and got town cars back to the hotel. All the people we met and dealt with were nice and incredibly helpful. And then it was on to dinner...
Just before 11:00, I headed to the lobby to meet with the others. I first met a girl about my age who lives in Pasadena and is from the Chicago suburbs also. We talked for quite a bit and throughout the day. She was very nice and it was her first set visit, too.
A bit past 11:00, we headed to Brooklyn in shuttles. We ended up at a giant warehouse that had sets up all around. (Sorry, no cameras were allowed on set!). It was crazy there. Tons of people doing random jobs. Lots of extras! We even saw Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg's stand-ins. They look just like them!!
We soon sat and watched 5 seconds of a scene, but it took them forever to get everything just right.
Eventually we began interviews. First with Ray Stevenson. Don't know him, but he was nice and pretty funny. However, here is what went down on the side.
Scene: Woman from Sony who organized these interviews pulls me aside
Sony Woman: You wanted to do an on-camera spot, right?
Me: (panic sets in as I thought I'd just be doing group interviews) Well, if there is time, but I don't have to if there isn't time.
SW: Oh, of course. I flagged you for on-camera, so we will get you set up with Mark.
Me: Great. (in head) Oh my fucking god! I want to die. What am I going to say? I'll probably freeze. I need an out. I need an out!
I began preparing in my head everything we would talk about, praying that he was a rambler and would just go on and on and on. Soon, I was escorted over to the camera area and watched another interviewer (there were 3 of us who got camera interviews). Another woman handling the interviews told me what I would do when we started.
I was up!
I introduced myself to Mark Wahlberg. He said hello and asked how I was and said it was nice to meet me. I said the same and mentally noted his small hands and girly handshake.
We talked and talked, he mentioned church at one point. He was nice, but not very personable. It all seemed rehearsed and as if he was just going through the motions of an interview.
Also, after seeing him in person, I can no longer understand how anyone can find him hot. He looks like a teenage boy. He is small, small, small. His face is boyish and he is so little!
We then waited for a long time, had lunch (not great and two bones in my fish), watched scenes and waited some more.
Eventually, I had my on-camera interview with Will Ferrell. I wasn't sure what to expect. I guess I thought he would be "on" the whole time, which I felt bummed about because I wanted to see what he was normally like.
Luckily, I think he very much acted like himself. He was quieter than I thought, but very friendly and personable and wanted to know a bit about me as well. We even joked some! Sure it was kind of lame, but I joked around with Will Ferrell!
He wasn't over-the-top jokey, but made quiet jokes and would laugh a little at them. Also, he has a good handshake, where Mark had a weak one.
Finally, we watched some more scenes. I swear it took them all day to film 15 seconds of the film. We also interviewed Steve Coogan, who was funny, but I didn't get to spend much time with him.
We didn't leave until after 6:00 and got town cars back to the hotel. All the people we met and dealt with were nice and incredibly helpful. And then it was on to dinner...
Day 155 - NY - Day 1
After getting up very early, making my flight and having a rather uneventful trip, I landed in NY!
Finding my way to the train and subway to get to my hotel was way easier than I thought. The minute I saw the city again, I realized how much I missed it.
After getting off the subway, I knew what streets I had to get to, but wasn't sure the direction, yet somehow I managed to head the right way.
It seems totally lame to say, but completely true, there is no other city like NY and, I think at this point, no other city has affected me as much as NY. Some day I want to live there. (Maybe when I'm older and can afford cabs on really cold days).
I finally got to the hotel (Hotel AKA) and it was lovely. I took some pictures and will post them later. I had a whole living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom to myself. I was in heaven. I was so in heaven that I considered ordering food in and just cozying down for the night.
But! I had made a previous plan that while I had my short time in NY, I was going to go to one new place to eat and visit one old favorite.
So, I made my way back out and had previously passed a little diner named Raffles that looked like the right place.
One of the waiters opened the front door for me. I have forgotten how heavy doors become when it's windy out! Then I sat down and decided to have a burger and fries. It was delicious and the service was wonderful. The thing about eating in NY, I don't think I've ever had bad service. One waiter even came over to help me with my ketchup.
And upon leaving, the wait staff said, "Have a good night, beautiful." Not in a creepy way. Back in NY for a few hours and being treated like a queen already!
Eventually I made it back to my hotel and found out that the call time for the movie set was pushed back to 11:00, which was great since I had trouble falling asleep that night and was hoping to have a little time in the morning to prepare myself for the interviews.
Finding my way to the train and subway to get to my hotel was way easier than I thought. The minute I saw the city again, I realized how much I missed it.
After getting off the subway, I knew what streets I had to get to, but wasn't sure the direction, yet somehow I managed to head the right way.
It seems totally lame to say, but completely true, there is no other city like NY and, I think at this point, no other city has affected me as much as NY. Some day I want to live there. (Maybe when I'm older and can afford cabs on really cold days).
I finally got to the hotel (Hotel AKA) and it was lovely. I took some pictures and will post them later. I had a whole living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedroom to myself. I was in heaven. I was so in heaven that I considered ordering food in and just cozying down for the night.
But! I had made a previous plan that while I had my short time in NY, I was going to go to one new place to eat and visit one old favorite.
So, I made my way back out and had previously passed a little diner named Raffles that looked like the right place.
One of the waiters opened the front door for me. I have forgotten how heavy doors become when it's windy out! Then I sat down and decided to have a burger and fries. It was delicious and the service was wonderful. The thing about eating in NY, I don't think I've ever had bad service. One waiter even came over to help me with my ketchup.
And upon leaving, the wait staff said, "Have a good night, beautiful." Not in a creepy way. Back in NY for a few hours and being treated like a queen already!
Eventually I made it back to my hotel and found out that the call time for the movie set was pushed back to 11:00, which was great since I had trouble falling asleep that night and was hoping to have a little time in the morning to prepare myself for the interviews.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Day 154 - I'm Too Lazy For All That Work
"He's a tough cookie I think, but we will break him."
^Legal Eagle's thoughts on RJ
LE has been working hard for me while I've been in NY (more on that later). She's convinced RJ is somewhat shy/softspoken and we just need to crack him like we did John (a bartender in Cedar Rapids who we eventually won over about 7 months after we met him). I'm too impatient to wait 7 months, so LE has some plans brewing.
So...while we wait, here is some more I have learned about him:
- He has 3 younger sisters. A guy with sisters is very cute.
- One sister lives in NY. Double B mentioned RJ is visiting her soon after I mentioned my trip.
- The other two are 14-year-old twins!!! I'd be so great with teenage girls...or I'd be a horrible influence.
- He has a season pass to Disneyland. I don't want to talk about it, but here is how I responded:
"I shouldn't have to work for a guy who has a season pass to Disneyland."
- He doesn't just bring random girls home and is apparently a good guy, according to Double B.
- Isn't gay, in case you were wondering, because of the Disneyland thing.
- Plays softball, baseball, whatever.
- Sings in the shower. Did I mention we heard him last Saturday night when we were heading to LE's office Christmas party? He was singing, "Light My Fire." Good choice.
Now, if only RJ and I can hang out for more than 5 minutes, we might actually have fun and get to know each other.
Side note: I am now FB friends with Casey, Cappie and Double B who are friends with Mr. Kiss Me and he's written on their walls and I now have proof that I am way more adorable than his gf. Not that I care, but you know it's an ego boost. And not that looks are the only thing that matter, but I have no way of knowing if she is smart, funny, sweet, talented or anything, so I'm judging her on a picture.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Day 153 - Strike Two, Boo
Totally stole the title from The Hills.
Went to the X-mas party at Legal Eagle's work and I had a really fun time. There was only one guy there who was pretty much a jerk, but I called him out so all is good.
But RJ (Double B's roomie) was going to try to hang out with us after, but ended up having to work today, so he was asleep by the time we finished up at the party. So, this is his Strike Two (yes, a strike even though he had to work...OK, maybe Strike One and a Half). Strike One, as you will remember, was missing the Thanksgiving night out.
We did hang out with him for a few minutes before we went to the party. He seems really nice and laid back and friendly and cute, but I have a feeling he is not at all interested in me. It's weird...not that every guy falls all over me. Although LE says she can't tell if he finds her annoying or gets along with her, so we've decided he's hard to read. I mean, I looked adorable last night and I don't even think he tried to check me out.
Oh, also, LE says he tried to get out of working today, but I think part of that is so he could watch football today. LE says that her and Casey have talked about me in front of him and all this stuff, but no news on if he has responded well to that or even expressed any interest.
Buuuuuuuut...I leave for NY tomorrow morning, so whatever! I can't wait! This feels much needed and I'm excited to go and just be in NY!
Went to the X-mas party at Legal Eagle's work and I had a really fun time. There was only one guy there who was pretty much a jerk, but I called him out so all is good.
But RJ (Double B's roomie) was going to try to hang out with us after, but ended up having to work today, so he was asleep by the time we finished up at the party. So, this is his Strike Two (yes, a strike even though he had to work...OK, maybe Strike One and a Half). Strike One, as you will remember, was missing the Thanksgiving night out.
We did hang out with him for a few minutes before we went to the party. He seems really nice and laid back and friendly and cute, but I have a feeling he is not at all interested in me. It's weird...not that every guy falls all over me. Although LE says she can't tell if he finds her annoying or gets along with her, so we've decided he's hard to read. I mean, I looked adorable last night and I don't even think he tried to check me out.
Oh, also, LE says he tried to get out of working today, but I think part of that is so he could watch football today. LE says that her and Casey have talked about me in front of him and all this stuff, but no news on if he has responded well to that or even expressed any interest.
Buuuuuuuut...I leave for NY tomorrow morning, so whatever! I can't wait! This feels much needed and I'm excited to go and just be in NY!
Friday, December 4, 2009
Day 152 - Change O' Plans
Schedule is being moved around now:
X-mas party on Saturday is still happening, but now it is at an employee's complex's clubhouse thing. Eh. And it's potluck.
- It was first supposed to be go-kart racing then Dave and Busters then a comedy show and now this. Oh well, booze and a few fun people who I really enjoy and probably some entertaining drama.
I'm going to NEW YORK! Just Wednesday I was asked if I wanted to go to NY on Monday to do a movie set visit and interviews. I thought and nearly passed out and then said YES!!! I can't wait and am not prepared at all. I just want to be in NY and enjoy the set visit and wander and maybe eat a calzone at this place that I used to go to when I was there for a semester. So many thoughts in my head that I can't even organize myself. But I've decided to be excited instead of nervous because my dad once told me that nervousness is just the negative of excitement, that it's the same energy of something. So, YAY for ME!!!
Oh, so my dentist is being postponed a week because of NY. :)
Probably many pictures to come!
X-mas party on Saturday is still happening, but now it is at an employee's complex's clubhouse thing. Eh. And it's potluck.
- It was first supposed to be go-kart racing then Dave and Busters then a comedy show and now this. Oh well, booze and a few fun people who I really enjoy and probably some entertaining drama.
I'm going to NEW YORK! Just Wednesday I was asked if I wanted to go to NY on Monday to do a movie set visit and interviews. I thought and nearly passed out and then said YES!!! I can't wait and am not prepared at all. I just want to be in NY and enjoy the set visit and wander and maybe eat a calzone at this place that I used to go to when I was there for a semester. So many thoughts in my head that I can't even organize myself. But I've decided to be excited instead of nervous because my dad once told me that nervousness is just the negative of excitement, that it's the same energy of something. So, YAY for ME!!!
Oh, so my dentist is being postponed a week because of NY. :)
Probably many pictures to come!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Day 151 cont. - Oh Really?
IM Convo:
LE: [Double B] has one cc that he pays off every time he gets his statement. Don't you hate him?
Me: I wasn't even aware that was humanly possible. :)
^I swear some day I'll become an adult who has her life together, until then I will continue to eat cake for breakfast and consider pasta sauce a vegetable.
LE: [Double B] has one cc that he pays off every time he gets his statement. Don't you hate him?
Me: I wasn't even aware that was humanly possible. :)
^I swear some day I'll become an adult who has her life together, until then I will continue to eat cake for breakfast and consider pasta sauce a vegetable.
Day 151 - I've Got Nothing
I've been wanting to write, I just really have no idea what to write about so this will be a random "things that are coming up" post.
Legal Eagle and I are making out annual gingerbread house this week. It's going to be a good one. We've even planned it out and everything.
LE's office X-mas party is Saturday. Should be fun, interesting, awkward, funny, etc. Oh, and tense. Their office is a bit of a hot mess, but we manage to have fun anywhere.
Dentist visit in a week to adjust my bite. I'm only a little nervous because no one has told me if it will hurt. Maybe I will call and ask.
Oldest sister is visiting! Not until the 12th, but I'm getting pretty excited about wandering around, eating Thai (must get recommendations!), finding LA's best cupcake, and other random stuff.
It's almost time for the annual Fajita Factory Christmas dinner. LE and I do this every year and use our awesome little factory. I don't think we have picked a day, but oldest sister will get to participate.
I'm heading home!!!!!!!!!! I'm feeling incredibly homesick and in need of a break from everything in LA. I'm almost even excited for chilly weather and some snow. I think I've lost it! I can't wait to see my family and be all Christmas-y.
Legal Eagle and I are making out annual gingerbread house this week. It's going to be a good one. We've even planned it out and everything.
LE's office X-mas party is Saturday. Should be fun, interesting, awkward, funny, etc. Oh, and tense. Their office is a bit of a hot mess, but we manage to have fun anywhere.
Dentist visit in a week to adjust my bite. I'm only a little nervous because no one has told me if it will hurt. Maybe I will call and ask.
Oldest sister is visiting! Not until the 12th, but I'm getting pretty excited about wandering around, eating Thai (must get recommendations!), finding LA's best cupcake, and other random stuff.
It's almost time for the annual Fajita Factory Christmas dinner. LE and I do this every year and use our awesome little factory. I don't think we have picked a day, but oldest sister will get to participate.
I'm heading home!!!!!!!!!! I'm feeling incredibly homesick and in need of a break from everything in LA. I'm almost even excited for chilly weather and some snow. I think I've lost it! I can't wait to see my family and be all Christmas-y.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Day 150 - About Time!
Be alert for new opportunities - business or pleasure.
^My fortune cookie. Does this mean I'll get a job and a boyfriend?!
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Day 149 - A Single, Adult, Away From Family Girl's Thanksgiving Plans
Sooooo...Legal Eagle and I actually have Thanksgiving plans this year other than making all the food ourselves and then eating it all.
We will be heading to Casey's Thanksgiving. I think it'll be Casey and maybe some of her family, as well as Cappie and some others. It sounds fun and I will be making some awesome mac and cheese, LE will make a dessert and of course we will bring wine.
Thanksgiving has probably been one of the "eh" holidays out in California for us, so I'm pumped to have plans and not have to cook all day!!
Oh, and it doesn't end there.
After hanging out for Thanksgiving, we will spend the night going out to Azteca (which is the bar/restaurant we finished off Halloween). We always have a good time there. It's a Mexican bar/restaurant that is dedicated to Elvis and has karaoke and Guitar Hero and stuff on random nights. Fun!
Oh, and it doesn't end there either.
Earlier this last week, Casey went into full matchmaker mode and made sure that Double B (LE's "bf") and his roomie RJ will be going to Azteca Thanksgiving night.
Unfortunately, LE and Casey have not been able to give me the exact wording of how he agreed to go and what he thinks of me, as we did meet for 1 minute once. Instead, this is what I get in an online chat from LE:
LE: Thanksgiving at Casey's then to Azteca
RJ is going to come
Casey was working on it last night
:)
ME: OK
LE: What are we going to wear for Thanksgiving?
Me: Casey said casual?
LE: Yeah
But then you have a hot date.
:)
Me: So Casey put together us all going to Azteca?
LE: Yes
Me: Cute
LE: So she was like, "Oh [Double B], [LE] is coming to Thanksgiving at my house
and he was like, "Yeah I know."
and then she was like, "Hey [Double B], [LE] is going to Azteca with us after Thanksgiving and he said he would go.
Me: Haha.
LE: And then she was like, "Hey [RJ], Molly is pretty cute, huh?"
and he said yes
Me: You two are sooooo not discreet!
LE: And then she said, "Hey [RJ], Molly is coming over for Thanksgiving."
and he said OK
and then she said, "Hey [RJ], Molly is going to Azteca after Thanksgiving."
and he said, "OK - I want to go too."
OK, problem with this convo is obviously all this was established, but I know this is not the word-for-word convo. I mean, did he AGREE I was cute or did he just go along with it? And did he decide to go to Azteca after it was concluded that I was going or because Double B was going.
But everyone seems convinced he'll adore me, and why wouldn't he???
So now I have a semi-set-up on Thanksgiving. Not weird at all. But, while LE thinks it'll be hilarious because everyone will be around for the set-up, I know the attention will not at all be on me because this will be the first time her and Double B are out with others (other than me) and Casey and Cappie will be all excited to see their set-up out and about. The awkward attention will be all hers!
Should be a fun, interesting Thanksgiving. Will post pictures of what we decide to wear. It's bound to be cute. And despite my previous indifference, I'm kind of excited to get to know a new guy.
We will be heading to Casey's Thanksgiving. I think it'll be Casey and maybe some of her family, as well as Cappie and some others. It sounds fun and I will be making some awesome mac and cheese, LE will make a dessert and of course we will bring wine.
Thanksgiving has probably been one of the "eh" holidays out in California for us, so I'm pumped to have plans and not have to cook all day!!
Oh, and it doesn't end there.
After hanging out for Thanksgiving, we will spend the night going out to Azteca (which is the bar/restaurant we finished off Halloween). We always have a good time there. It's a Mexican bar/restaurant that is dedicated to Elvis and has karaoke and Guitar Hero and stuff on random nights. Fun!
Oh, and it doesn't end there either.
Earlier this last week, Casey went into full matchmaker mode and made sure that Double B (LE's "bf") and his roomie RJ will be going to Azteca Thanksgiving night.
Unfortunately, LE and Casey have not been able to give me the exact wording of how he agreed to go and what he thinks of me, as we did meet for 1 minute once. Instead, this is what I get in an online chat from LE:
LE: Thanksgiving at Casey's then to Azteca
RJ is going to come
Casey was working on it last night
:)
ME: OK
LE: What are we going to wear for Thanksgiving?
Me: Casey said casual?
LE: Yeah
But then you have a hot date.
:)
Me: So Casey put together us all going to Azteca?
LE: Yes
Me: Cute
LE: So she was like, "Oh [Double B], [LE] is coming to Thanksgiving at my house
and he was like, "Yeah I know."
and then she was like, "Hey [Double B], [LE] is going to Azteca with us after Thanksgiving and he said he would go.
Me: Haha.
LE: And then she was like, "Hey [RJ], Molly is pretty cute, huh?"
and he said yes
Me: You two are sooooo not discreet!
LE: And then she said, "Hey [RJ], Molly is coming over for Thanksgiving."
and he said OK
and then she said, "Hey [RJ], Molly is going to Azteca after Thanksgiving."
and he said, "OK - I want to go too."
OK, problem with this convo is obviously all this was established, but I know this is not the word-for-word convo. I mean, did he AGREE I was cute or did he just go along with it? And did he decide to go to Azteca after it was concluded that I was going or because Double B was going.
But everyone seems convinced he'll adore me, and why wouldn't he???
So now I have a semi-set-up on Thanksgiving. Not weird at all. But, while LE thinks it'll be hilarious because everyone will be around for the set-up, I know the attention will not at all be on me because this will be the first time her and Double B are out with others (other than me) and Casey and Cappie will be all excited to see their set-up out and about. The awkward attention will be all hers!
Should be a fun, interesting Thanksgiving. Will post pictures of what we decide to wear. It's bound to be cute. And despite my previous indifference, I'm kind of excited to get to know a new guy.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Day 148 cont. - Just Me
^This is my awesome outfit from last Friday's drinks/apps. thing where I was totally on my own (no Legal Eagle until later), but I totally rocked it.
^I think my new makeup looks quite fetching. Oh, and my hair as well!
^You like my dark green nails??
Day 148 cont. - Sure I Can't Hide Under Blankets?
Not only do I have to just sit back and let my account be overdrawn by $40-some dollars until peace is restored in the Land of Molly, but I also have to edit a 5,000+ word interview down to under 2,000 words. Oh, and I have to format it.
I quit.
I quit.
Day 148 - I'm Keeping My Money Under A Mattress
I've been having a yucky, no good, just flat out horrible bank experience this week.
Someone used my bank info to buy something online and then when I thought it was settled, turns out it wasn't and the money is going to be out of my account for the next couple of days.
And then when I broke down in tears on the phone just now trying to clarify that I would be broke until further notice, the bank guy just says:
"Well, we can't really do anything because even if we filed a claim it would take time. Do you need the money?"
No, no, I don't need the money. Who needs money??? In fact, what is this money thing you speak of???
I want to curl up on the couch and watch TV, but I do have work to do. Actually, one piece of work that I am finishing the first part of is fun and exciting, so I will rally.
Also, I will need to update you later on Thanksgiving because it will be good and there is much to tell. The updates Legal Eagle just gave me have me a little cheered up.
Someone used my bank info to buy something online and then when I thought it was settled, turns out it wasn't and the money is going to be out of my account for the next couple of days.
And then when I broke down in tears on the phone just now trying to clarify that I would be broke until further notice, the bank guy just says:
"Well, we can't really do anything because even if we filed a claim it would take time. Do you need the money?"
No, no, I don't need the money. Who needs money??? In fact, what is this money thing you speak of???
I want to curl up on the couch and watch TV, but I do have work to do. Actually, one piece of work that I am finishing the first part of is fun and exciting, so I will rally.
Also, I will need to update you later on Thanksgiving because it will be good and there is much to tell. The updates Legal Eagle just gave me have me a little cheered up.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Day 147 cont. - Oh, Halloween!
I'm in a good mood and realized I never showed the pics from Halloween!
^I look better in this pic than the one that is coming up. Edit: I changed my mind...other one maybe looks better. Or they look exactly the same.
^The football guy! Also, what's with my death grip on my drink??
^Well at least my nails look cute in their death grip.
^I look better in this pic than the one that is coming up. Edit: I changed my mind...other one maybe looks better. Or they look exactly the same.
^The football guy! Also, what's with my death grip on my drink??
^Well at least my nails look cute in their death grip.
Day 147 - Recent Randomness
Legal Eagle and I began talking about things to do on dates.
Me: You know, you could go to like, what is it, a poor man's sport.
LE: What? Like a cock fight?
Me: (laughing) Noooo...like not professional sports, but like rinky dink ones.
LE: Oh, I was confused there for a minute.
On our way home one day, LE's navigator (who is named Joan) went gray instead of being in color.
Me: Great! Joan's gone all depressed, Emo on us.
LE and me talking about my potential set-up.
LE: So would you go out with him?
Me: Yeah.
LE: Really?!
Me: Yeah, just don't be all awkward and obvious about it.
LE stares at me.
Me: Right, you'll be totally awkward and obvious about it.
LE: Probably.
More on a potential set-up.
Me: Just because we're both single, doesn't mean I'm his type.
LE: Please, you are so a higher number.
What LE does at class.
Me: How was class?
LE: I played a game of Hearts and won and then I played 27 games of Minesweeper.
Me: You know, you could go to like, what is it, a poor man's sport.
LE: What? Like a cock fight?
Me: (laughing) Noooo...like not professional sports, but like rinky dink ones.
LE: Oh, I was confused there for a minute.
On our way home one day, LE's navigator (who is named Joan) went gray instead of being in color.
Me: Great! Joan's gone all depressed, Emo on us.
LE and me talking about my potential set-up.
LE: So would you go out with him?
Me: Yeah.
LE: Really?!
Me: Yeah, just don't be all awkward and obvious about it.
LE stares at me.
Me: Right, you'll be totally awkward and obvious about it.
LE: Probably.
More on a potential set-up.
Me: Just because we're both single, doesn't mean I'm his type.
LE: Please, you are so a higher number.
What LE does at class.
Me: How was class?
LE: I played a game of Hearts and won and then I played 27 games of Minesweeper.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Day 146 - Diagnosis: Indifference
Uuggghhhh...
So, remember how I was all "Cute guys! cute guys!" not too long ago? Now I'm on a different page and, actually, I think I have been there for a while.
I'll start from the end and go back in time.
Last night Legal Eagle and I went out with some people (including the guy she is dating!). Long story short, she wants to set me up with Double B's roommate...we'll call him RJ. How did we get to this? Back up!
LE has been going out with Double B and chatting and whatever. LE and Casey have been catching up on this and are working hard to set me up.
Side note: I know...set ups. I have not asked for them, but I choose to entertain the idea and their "matchmaking" skills and am just going along with whatever.
Sooo...they eventually came around to Double B's roomie. And now he's the next guy up to bat. And...I briefly met him Saturday night. He seems nice, cute, in shape and at least taller than me in flats. But upon hearing about him a few days before and preparing to meet him, I felt completely indifferent. I didn't pry LE for info or attempt to do a Facebook search or anything. I could have, I just didn't.
And on top of this, when LE was telling me that her and Casey began thinking that RJ was a good choice, she mentioned that Casey was afraid of Mr. Kiss Me being an ass to me if that was ever an option for a set up. At this point I realized that the last time I thought of MKM was all of two days after Halloween. He was clearly a fleeting thought. Usually I would attempt to get more info on him or think of how I could search online, etc., etc. And here I thought I was "intrigued."
Once I realized all this I thought back to every guy I've met or thought was cute or anything and while I'm sure all of them are great, they've been nothing more than a thought at the time and then gone. Pretty much even the anticipation of being set up makes me indifferent.
Where's this indifference come from? I have a few ideas: maybe it's because of the set ups - I have to wonder if I'm being set up with someone just because we're both single. Not all single people like each other. Or maybe it's because most of the guys I've been meeting are in Orange County and dating someone from there just seems difficult. Or maybe it's because the guys aren't necessarily showing interest. Well, OK MKM has hit on me and then there was that other "Johnny Depp" guy who wouldn't leave me alone. And I'm adorable so who wouldn't be smitten?
What don't I like about this feeling of indifference? Mostly it's OK, but my one fear about it is that it's a result of me wanting to be "wowed" by a guy. Some may say I have high standards and am "picky." Sometimes I do feel like I want, want, want it all.
But where's this leave our leading lady? Well, I'll go along with set ups and anything else because what have I got to lose? But mostly, I'm going to focus on me. All me. I'm going to be all about work and finally get back to my writing. I'm going to get working out again! It's been so long and it'll feel so good to get running. Also, I'm going to paint my nails a lot. Weird, right? But I'm obsessed lately and want to buy all sorts of cute colors. Plus nail polish is cheaper than say, accessories, so it's an OK treat for myself. Also I will spend some time deciding if I should buy a winter coat or a couple of sweater dresses instead. I'm going to work on networking because I need to work on that. Oh, and I'm going to read that dang Steve Harvey book for X-mas book club!
And who knows where my indifference will take me!
So, remember how I was all "Cute guys! cute guys!" not too long ago? Now I'm on a different page and, actually, I think I have been there for a while.
I'll start from the end and go back in time.
Last night Legal Eagle and I went out with some people (including the guy she is dating!). Long story short, she wants to set me up with Double B's roommate...we'll call him RJ. How did we get to this? Back up!
LE has been going out with Double B and chatting and whatever. LE and Casey have been catching up on this and are working hard to set me up.
Side note: I know...set ups. I have not asked for them, but I choose to entertain the idea and their "matchmaking" skills and am just going along with whatever.
Sooo...they eventually came around to Double B's roomie. And now he's the next guy up to bat. And...I briefly met him Saturday night. He seems nice, cute, in shape and at least taller than me in flats. But upon hearing about him a few days before and preparing to meet him, I felt completely indifferent. I didn't pry LE for info or attempt to do a Facebook search or anything. I could have, I just didn't.
And on top of this, when LE was telling me that her and Casey began thinking that RJ was a good choice, she mentioned that Casey was afraid of Mr. Kiss Me being an ass to me if that was ever an option for a set up. At this point I realized that the last time I thought of MKM was all of two days after Halloween. He was clearly a fleeting thought. Usually I would attempt to get more info on him or think of how I could search online, etc., etc. And here I thought I was "intrigued."
Once I realized all this I thought back to every guy I've met or thought was cute or anything and while I'm sure all of them are great, they've been nothing more than a thought at the time and then gone. Pretty much even the anticipation of being set up makes me indifferent.
Where's this indifference come from? I have a few ideas: maybe it's because of the set ups - I have to wonder if I'm being set up with someone just because we're both single. Not all single people like each other. Or maybe it's because most of the guys I've been meeting are in Orange County and dating someone from there just seems difficult. Or maybe it's because the guys aren't necessarily showing interest. Well, OK MKM has hit on me and then there was that other "Johnny Depp" guy who wouldn't leave me alone. And I'm adorable so who wouldn't be smitten?
What don't I like about this feeling of indifference? Mostly it's OK, but my one fear about it is that it's a result of me wanting to be "wowed" by a guy. Some may say I have high standards and am "picky." Sometimes I do feel like I want, want, want it all.
But where's this leave our leading lady? Well, I'll go along with set ups and anything else because what have I got to lose? But mostly, I'm going to focus on me. All me. I'm going to be all about work and finally get back to my writing. I'm going to get working out again! It's been so long and it'll feel so good to get running. Also, I'm going to paint my nails a lot. Weird, right? But I'm obsessed lately and want to buy all sorts of cute colors. Plus nail polish is cheaper than say, accessories, so it's an OK treat for myself. Also I will spend some time deciding if I should buy a winter coat or a couple of sweater dresses instead. I'm going to work on networking because I need to work on that. Oh, and I'm going to read that dang Steve Harvey book for X-mas book club!
And who knows where my indifference will take me!
Friday, November 13, 2009
Day 145 - Beyonce on Legal Eagle's Brain
Scene: Legal Eagle and I are eating breakfast in the kitchen
LE: Do you like it?
Me: Like what?
LE: The toast.
Me: Oh, yeah, it's good.
LE: Should've put a ring on it.
LE: Do you like it?
Me: Like what?
LE: The toast.
Me: Oh, yeah, it's good.
LE: Should've put a ring on it.
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Day 144 cont. - Fashion From Last Week...
...which was also my last week at work!!
^Monday: Hm...I should have worn heels. But this combo is cute!
^Tuesday: Holy cuteness with a mustache necklace. I borrowed the shirt from Legal Eagle's closet (we've been raiding each other's stuff lately).
^Wednesday: I think this shirt is one of the few items (other than pants) that I repeated quite a bit. Got to love it!
^Thursday: Again, borrowed LE's shirt. And should have worn heels. Am I shrinking??
^Friday: Casual and cute for my final day, with some mega heels. Oh, and did I mention it's LE's shirt?
That's all kids. I think I'm done because this is exhausting, but I definitely have become much more creative with my clothes...and LE's!!
^Monday: Hm...I should have worn heels. But this combo is cute!
^Tuesday: Holy cuteness with a mustache necklace. I borrowed the shirt from Legal Eagle's closet (we've been raiding each other's stuff lately).
^Wednesday: I think this shirt is one of the few items (other than pants) that I repeated quite a bit. Got to love it!
^Thursday: Again, borrowed LE's shirt. And should have worn heels. Am I shrinking??
^Friday: Casual and cute for my final day, with some mega heels. Oh, and did I mention it's LE's shirt?
That's all kids. I think I'm done because this is exhausting, but I definitely have become much more creative with my clothes...and LE's!!
Day 144 - Fashion From Two Weeks Ago
Yikes bikes! I'm behind!
^Monday: I got three "You look so cute!" comments. Can you blame them? With an adorable scarf from oldest sister and one awesome outfit was created! (PS. Legal Eagle then copycatted this outfit from her closet and her boss complimented her!).
^Tuesday: New clothing alert! Check out my comfy, cozy sweater dress. It's nice...
^Wednesday: Simple, clean outfit, but dang! My hair looks good!
^Thursday: Another new clothing alert! Check out my simple and cozy tee. Good color on me if I do say so.
^Friday: Oh, this was Halloween. I went as a more perfect self as you can see I got this outfit right with the black booties finally!!
^Monday: I got three "You look so cute!" comments. Can you blame them? With an adorable scarf from oldest sister and one awesome outfit was created! (PS. Legal Eagle then copycatted this outfit from her closet and her boss complimented her!).
^Tuesday: New clothing alert! Check out my comfy, cozy sweater dress. It's nice...
^Wednesday: Simple, clean outfit, but dang! My hair looks good!
^Thursday: Another new clothing alert! Check out my simple and cozy tee. Good color on me if I do say so.
^Friday: Oh, this was Halloween. I went as a more perfect self as you can see I got this outfit right with the black booties finally!!
Friday, November 6, 2009
Day 143 - Yup, This Is My Life
5:50am: Wake up to alarm and snap out of a dream. Worst feeling. Realize previous dream had been about high school classmates. Roll eyes.
6:05am: Rejoice in not needing to wash hair because I will be curling it today.
7:10am: Begin panic because I have nothing to wear and it's my last day! Raid Legal Eagle's closet and find super cute casual top. Decide I look like a rock star.
7:22am: Rifle through purse to find out if I have enough change to get me to and from work.
7:23am: Do a little dance when I realize I won't have to hit up the bank on my lunch break to get money for the bus.
7:23.15am: Am a little sad in knowing I won't have a reason to take a brief walk outside to the bank.
7:35am: Catch the bus.
7:40am: Am a little sad exiting first bus because I adore our driver. She isn't friendly until you get to know her and I finally broke through this last month. I say my goodbyes.
7:50am: Celebrate catching second bus right after walking to stop from first.
7:50.15am: Realize second bus is really crowded. Worry about having to stand as I am wearing 3 inch heels. Decide seating order should be: Old/Disabled people, Pregnant women/Women with babies, People in high heels.
7:50.25am: Rejoice in seeing an open seat. Think it's because of good karma from giving up seat to child yesterday.
7:50.26am: Cry a little inside because the open seat is next to a sleeping man.
7:50.27am: Begin prayers that sleeping man does not lean on me.
7:52am: Notice girl with REALLY dark lip liner and bare lips. Rejoice!
7:53am: Begin to ponder how the trend of dark lip liner and light lips started. Think about Googling it later.
8:00am: Dance in head when sleeping man gets off at next stop. Maybe praying does work.
8:05am: Exit bus and head to Peet's for my special last day holiday drink I am treating myself to.
8:07am: Start getting excited about special last day holiday drink while waiting in line. Almost fail to notice two super cute guys. One a little on the short side.
8:08am: Begin to order my Peppermint Mocha. Cashier compliments my blush and calls me darling! This is exceptionally good since yesterday I thought I looked like I had pink highlighter on my cheeks. Eh, probably do.
8:09am: Realize I will miss the super sweet workers at Peet's (even though I only went 3 times).
8:11am: Get drink, decide that as sweet as the staff is, the drinks at Starbuck's are better.
8:11.45am: Ponder who first came up with the holiday drinks as all coffee chains have the same ones.
8:12am: Try to hurry to catch elevator. Then, doors are held for me.
8:12.10am: Am pleasantly surprised when I notice doors are held by cute guy who works on 4. Have seen him pass by on 5 a couple of times, but have had no interaction.
8:12.11am: "Oh, I've got mine," he says as I begin rifling through my giant purse for my ID to press my floor. (Why can't I just put my ID somewhere I can find it?).
8:12.12am: Am even more pleasantly surprised when cute guy presses my floor without me even saying what number. Quickly ponder if it's because he has briefly noticed me on 5, or if when he held the doors he thought, "That's the cute girl on 5."
8:12.13am: Begin chit chat with cute guy. Roughly goes as such:
Cute guy: How are you?
Me: Good. You?
CG: Good. It's bagel Friday.
Me: (Rejoice that he loves bagel Friday as much as me) I know, helps me get through the day.
CG: So you're doing the merchant content stuff?
Me: (In head: How's he know?) Yeah.
CG: Cool, so it's like the same stuff every day?
Me: Yeah, pretty much.
CG: (laughs) That's rough. Did you see the email [big time sales guy at company] sent yesterday around the office?
Me: No.
CG: Oh, he was really praising what you guys were doing. You must be pretty good.
Me: (Do an "I'm awesome" dance in head) Oh, that's great to hear.
8:12.23am: Curse elevator for not getting stuck. Cute guy says bye.
8:12.25am: Decide I will get my bagel when I see him pop up to 5 for his.
8:20am: Wonder if I can hold out for cute guy to get his bagel. So hungry!
8:30am: See cute guy pop up to 5 for his bagel! Rejoice!
8:31am: Ponder if going to get my bagel when he does will seem stalker-ish.
8:31.10am: Decide I need to be a little more bold. Get up to get bagel.
8:32am: Yay! More conversation with cute guy:
CG: How many of you are working on the project?
Me: Three.
CG: What are the others' names?
Me: [Name] and [Name]...and I'm Molly. (Kick self mentally for being so awkward in my introduction, while wondering why he just asked their names.)
CG: I'm [cute guy]. So how long is the project going on for? Indefinitely?
Me: No, actually today is my last day.
CG: (Looks up from his bagel with shock on his face) What?! Today??
Me: Yeah, it was a 3-month thing. Now I guess they have to run numbers to see if it's worked at all.
CG: I'll have to send out an email to convince them to continue it.
Me: (laughs, rejoice, and wonder why he is wearing light blue jeans).
CG: So then what's next for you?
Me: I think going back to freelancing for a bit and take it from there.
CG: Oh my roommate just started freelancing. Seems like a mixed bag, stressful but nice to set your own schedule.
Me: Yeah, that's completely it.
CG: Can't believe today is your last day.
Me: (In head: Why did we jsut meet today?!) Yeah, it's weird to think I won't be heading here Monday.
CG: (finishes with bagel) Well, have a good last day.
Me: (In head: That's it?!) Thanks!
8:40am: Begin to think that cute guy should have made more of an effort. And get sad that today really IS my last day.
8:41am: Realize I saw three cute guys before 9:00am. There must be tons out there!
8:42am: Decide I must have been walking around blind my whole life if I'm just now noticing all the cute guys.
8:55am: Stuff giant strawberry in mouth, realize this was a poor decision. Struggle to chew.
9:00am: Ponder whether cute guy comes up here for lunch. I think sometimes.
9:10am: Begin thinking that a whole bagel may be too much for me today.
9:11am: Continue to crank through some work. Pat self on back.
9:45am: Realize cute guy and Mr. Kiss Me have the same name. Not sure what to make of this.
9:45.38: Hear coworker say she has Starbuck's. Wish I did too. Peet's didn't even ask or put whip cream on my Peppermint Mocha!
9:46am: Do quick work email address search on cute guy. Find out last name and exact position at work. Am pleased with sleuth skills.
9:48am: Am tempted to Google cute guy. Decide that is NOT the best idea while at work.
10:15am: Discuss on Gmail chat with LE that she may be allergic to a lotion she uses every now and then.
10:25am: After having gotten advice from my parents on a "I'm leaving" email to send editors at work, get further advice from LE and am pleased with all the good advice.
10:27am: Find out oldest sister saw Ellen and Oprah! Am jealous because Oprah is someone I definitely want to see in person.
10:35am: Email further with oldest sister. Have to look up Lynda Barry. Ponder how awesome it is that someone can make a career out of creating comics.
10:43am: Hear during HR phone call that pets get insurance through this company. Begin REALLY wishing I was full-time here.
11:00am: Decide the world is a mess after reading some blogs and news bits online.
11:20am: Read bit about how Sarah Jessica Parker loves the smell of dirty diapers.
11:20.10: Stop reading.
12:25pm: After working hard, hard, hard, spend 5 minutes in bathroom trying to decide if I have too much makeup on. Luckily lighting is dull in office, so no one probably notices.
12:55pm: Watch video of women's soccer game where one woman back punches another and pulls another down to the ground by her ponytail, among other violent moves. Realize my mom was right to be scared of me playing soccer with older and bigger girls. Sliently thank my lucky stars...and mom.
1:15pm: Decide, despite not starving yet, I should eat lunch.
1:16pm: Ponder having soda to drink. Figure I need some water since I had a big ol' coffee this morning. Get water.
1:20pm: Give LE my Hotmail address. Shocked to find I still know the password since it's nothing like I usually use.
1:30pm: Read bit about how Miley Cyrus has never heard a Jay-Z song as I take my lunch. So many things are dumb about this statement, all I can think is WTF?! Lies!
1:47pm: Get nervous about preparing email to editors for fear of seeming like a beggar. Then remember story Casey told LE and me about how she got her part-time teaching gig:
Casey: I just kept emailing the woman in charge of hiring constantly until she gave me a job.
1:47.30pm: Decide there is no harm in showing interest and persistence.
1:55pm: Get email for my exit interview and to get my final check. Sad and excited all at once.
3:06pm: Stress about subject line for email to editors. Text oldest sister for help.
4:14pm: Finished up exit interview. Got check! Score!
4:22pm: Told I can wrap up and head out! Boo ya!
Hope you enjoyed my final day at work! What next....
6:05am: Rejoice in not needing to wash hair because I will be curling it today.
7:10am: Begin panic because I have nothing to wear and it's my last day! Raid Legal Eagle's closet and find super cute casual top. Decide I look like a rock star.
7:22am: Rifle through purse to find out if I have enough change to get me to and from work.
7:23am: Do a little dance when I realize I won't have to hit up the bank on my lunch break to get money for the bus.
7:23.15am: Am a little sad in knowing I won't have a reason to take a brief walk outside to the bank.
7:35am: Catch the bus.
7:40am: Am a little sad exiting first bus because I adore our driver. She isn't friendly until you get to know her and I finally broke through this last month. I say my goodbyes.
7:50am: Celebrate catching second bus right after walking to stop from first.
7:50.15am: Realize second bus is really crowded. Worry about having to stand as I am wearing 3 inch heels. Decide seating order should be: Old/Disabled people, Pregnant women/Women with babies, People in high heels.
7:50.25am: Rejoice in seeing an open seat. Think it's because of good karma from giving up seat to child yesterday.
7:50.26am: Cry a little inside because the open seat is next to a sleeping man.
7:50.27am: Begin prayers that sleeping man does not lean on me.
7:52am: Notice girl with REALLY dark lip liner and bare lips. Rejoice!
7:53am: Begin to ponder how the trend of dark lip liner and light lips started. Think about Googling it later.
8:00am: Dance in head when sleeping man gets off at next stop. Maybe praying does work.
8:05am: Exit bus and head to Peet's for my special last day holiday drink I am treating myself to.
8:07am: Start getting excited about special last day holiday drink while waiting in line. Almost fail to notice two super cute guys. One a little on the short side.
8:08am: Begin to order my Peppermint Mocha. Cashier compliments my blush and calls me darling! This is exceptionally good since yesterday I thought I looked like I had pink highlighter on my cheeks. Eh, probably do.
8:09am: Realize I will miss the super sweet workers at Peet's (even though I only went 3 times).
8:11am: Get drink, decide that as sweet as the staff is, the drinks at Starbuck's are better.
8:11.45am: Ponder who first came up with the holiday drinks as all coffee chains have the same ones.
8:12am: Try to hurry to catch elevator. Then, doors are held for me.
8:12.10am: Am pleasantly surprised when I notice doors are held by cute guy who works on 4. Have seen him pass by on 5 a couple of times, but have had no interaction.
8:12.11am: "Oh, I've got mine," he says as I begin rifling through my giant purse for my ID to press my floor. (Why can't I just put my ID somewhere I can find it?).
8:12.12am: Am even more pleasantly surprised when cute guy presses my floor without me even saying what number. Quickly ponder if it's because he has briefly noticed me on 5, or if when he held the doors he thought, "That's the cute girl on 5."
8:12.13am: Begin chit chat with cute guy. Roughly goes as such:
Cute guy: How are you?
Me: Good. You?
CG: Good. It's bagel Friday.
Me: (Rejoice that he loves bagel Friday as much as me) I know, helps me get through the day.
CG: So you're doing the merchant content stuff?
Me: (In head: How's he know?) Yeah.
CG: Cool, so it's like the same stuff every day?
Me: Yeah, pretty much.
CG: (laughs) That's rough. Did you see the email [big time sales guy at company] sent yesterday around the office?
Me: No.
CG: Oh, he was really praising what you guys were doing. You must be pretty good.
Me: (Do an "I'm awesome" dance in head) Oh, that's great to hear.
8:12.23am: Curse elevator for not getting stuck. Cute guy says bye.
8:12.25am: Decide I will get my bagel when I see him pop up to 5 for his.
8:20am: Wonder if I can hold out for cute guy to get his bagel. So hungry!
8:30am: See cute guy pop up to 5 for his bagel! Rejoice!
8:31am: Ponder if going to get my bagel when he does will seem stalker-ish.
8:31.10am: Decide I need to be a little more bold. Get up to get bagel.
8:32am: Yay! More conversation with cute guy:
CG: How many of you are working on the project?
Me: Three.
CG: What are the others' names?
Me: [Name] and [Name]...and I'm Molly. (Kick self mentally for being so awkward in my introduction, while wondering why he just asked their names.)
CG: I'm [cute guy]. So how long is the project going on for? Indefinitely?
Me: No, actually today is my last day.
CG: (Looks up from his bagel with shock on his face) What?! Today??
Me: Yeah, it was a 3-month thing. Now I guess they have to run numbers to see if it's worked at all.
CG: I'll have to send out an email to convince them to continue it.
Me: (laughs, rejoice, and wonder why he is wearing light blue jeans).
CG: So then what's next for you?
Me: I think going back to freelancing for a bit and take it from there.
CG: Oh my roommate just started freelancing. Seems like a mixed bag, stressful but nice to set your own schedule.
Me: Yeah, that's completely it.
CG: Can't believe today is your last day.
Me: (In head: Why did we jsut meet today?!) Yeah, it's weird to think I won't be heading here Monday.
CG: (finishes with bagel) Well, have a good last day.
Me: (In head: That's it?!) Thanks!
8:40am: Begin to think that cute guy should have made more of an effort. And get sad that today really IS my last day.
8:41am: Realize I saw three cute guys before 9:00am. There must be tons out there!
8:42am: Decide I must have been walking around blind my whole life if I'm just now noticing all the cute guys.
8:55am: Stuff giant strawberry in mouth, realize this was a poor decision. Struggle to chew.
9:00am: Ponder whether cute guy comes up here for lunch. I think sometimes.
9:10am: Begin thinking that a whole bagel may be too much for me today.
9:11am: Continue to crank through some work. Pat self on back.
9:45am: Realize cute guy and Mr. Kiss Me have the same name. Not sure what to make of this.
9:45.38: Hear coworker say she has Starbuck's. Wish I did too. Peet's didn't even ask or put whip cream on my Peppermint Mocha!
9:46am: Do quick work email address search on cute guy. Find out last name and exact position at work. Am pleased with sleuth skills.
9:48am: Am tempted to Google cute guy. Decide that is NOT the best idea while at work.
10:15am: Discuss on Gmail chat with LE that she may be allergic to a lotion she uses every now and then.
10:25am: After having gotten advice from my parents on a "I'm leaving" email to send editors at work, get further advice from LE and am pleased with all the good advice.
10:27am: Find out oldest sister saw Ellen and Oprah! Am jealous because Oprah is someone I definitely want to see in person.
10:35am: Email further with oldest sister. Have to look up Lynda Barry. Ponder how awesome it is that someone can make a career out of creating comics.
10:43am: Hear during HR phone call that pets get insurance through this company. Begin REALLY wishing I was full-time here.
11:00am: Decide the world is a mess after reading some blogs and news bits online.
11:20am: Read bit about how Sarah Jessica Parker loves the smell of dirty diapers.
11:20.10: Stop reading.
12:25pm: After working hard, hard, hard, spend 5 minutes in bathroom trying to decide if I have too much makeup on. Luckily lighting is dull in office, so no one probably notices.
12:55pm: Watch video of women's soccer game where one woman back punches another and pulls another down to the ground by her ponytail, among other violent moves. Realize my mom was right to be scared of me playing soccer with older and bigger girls. Sliently thank my lucky stars...and mom.
1:15pm: Decide, despite not starving yet, I should eat lunch.
1:16pm: Ponder having soda to drink. Figure I need some water since I had a big ol' coffee this morning. Get water.
1:20pm: Give LE my Hotmail address. Shocked to find I still know the password since it's nothing like I usually use.
1:30pm: Read bit about how Miley Cyrus has never heard a Jay-Z song as I take my lunch. So many things are dumb about this statement, all I can think is WTF?! Lies!
1:47pm: Get nervous about preparing email to editors for fear of seeming like a beggar. Then remember story Casey told LE and me about how she got her part-time teaching gig:
Casey: I just kept emailing the woman in charge of hiring constantly until she gave me a job.
1:47.30pm: Decide there is no harm in showing interest and persistence.
1:55pm: Get email for my exit interview and to get my final check. Sad and excited all at once.
3:06pm: Stress about subject line for email to editors. Text oldest sister for help.
4:14pm: Finished up exit interview. Got check! Score!
4:22pm: Told I can wrap up and head out! Boo ya!
Hope you enjoyed my final day at work! What next....
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Day 142 - Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch!
Every single day I eat breakfast and get to work and once I sit down, I think, "Is it time for lunch yet?"
It's only 10:36 a.m.
It's only 10:36 a.m.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Day 141 - Do We Approve?
This was the question posed yesterday to me from Legal Eagle upon Double B finally asking her out on a date for this Thursday!!!!
The rest of the convo went as such:
Me: Yeah!
LE: Really?
Me: I must say, I'm very impressed with how he's handled getting in touch with you and asking you out.
LE: I know. Me too.
Me: I wasn't sure when he'd call to schedule it, but Tuesday was the perfect day because he gave you Monday to yourself.
LE: Yeah, I was going to give him until Wednesday.
To recap: Double B first got in touch with LE on Sunday, after the Halloween extravaganza with just a few simple, but well-handled texts congratulating her Dallas Cowboys who won and saying he'd send some pictures from Halloween. Well played Double B.
But now the apartment is in full "LE is going on a date" mode. So fun! Tonight we pick out the outfit.
And of course, we have already further discussed the details of the date:
LE: Is it going to be awkward?
Me: Probably for the first few minutes.
LE: What do we talk about? What if we have nothing in common?
Me: Hmm...talk about his dog, job, family, siblings, football. Talk about positive things, nothing negative. You'll have something in common. Anyway, you're chatty. You'll be fine.
LE: What do I eat? Ugh, eating in front of guys is weird.
Me: Well not something hard or messy to cut like steak. Not pasta, not salad. Fish! No, fish smells like fish. Hmm...maybe don't eat?
LE: Maybe small finger foods.
Me: Yeah. Oh and don't forget your toothbrush.
LE: I am not staying over at his place!
(Pause)
Me: To brush your teeth before going out. You do realize that you leave at 5AM, so that will have been the last time you brushed your teeth.
LE: (laughs) Good thinking. How do I greet him?
Me: A hug?
LE: Do I have to offer to pay?
Me: I'd say dig around in your purse like you are looking for your wallet. He asked you out and it's not a blind date or anything. Until women are paid the exact same as men, then men should pay on the first date.
LE: Plus he already knows I'm poor. I told him. He said, "You're not a lawyer?".
Me: Aw, he probably thought he had a sugar mama on his hands.
LE: Dreams crushed.
I think they'll have a smashing time!
And of course LE said she will try to do some recon work on Mr. Kiss Me. (Note: I do not make her do this as I am staying out of the situation as long as a girlfriend is in the picture.) Actually, she did tell Casey that I wasn't totally opposed to MKM and Casey said he definitely wouldn't be opposed to me. To which I reminded LE that I am definitely opposed to guys with girlfriends.
In the meantime, all this talking about dates has reminded me...I need to go on a date! With anyone!
The rest of the convo went as such:
Me: Yeah!
LE: Really?
Me: I must say, I'm very impressed with how he's handled getting in touch with you and asking you out.
LE: I know. Me too.
Me: I wasn't sure when he'd call to schedule it, but Tuesday was the perfect day because he gave you Monday to yourself.
LE: Yeah, I was going to give him until Wednesday.
To recap: Double B first got in touch with LE on Sunday, after the Halloween extravaganza with just a few simple, but well-handled texts congratulating her Dallas Cowboys who won and saying he'd send some pictures from Halloween. Well played Double B.
But now the apartment is in full "LE is going on a date" mode. So fun! Tonight we pick out the outfit.
And of course, we have already further discussed the details of the date:
LE: Is it going to be awkward?
Me: Probably for the first few minutes.
LE: What do we talk about? What if we have nothing in common?
Me: Hmm...talk about his dog, job, family, siblings, football. Talk about positive things, nothing negative. You'll have something in common. Anyway, you're chatty. You'll be fine.
LE: What do I eat? Ugh, eating in front of guys is weird.
Me: Well not something hard or messy to cut like steak. Not pasta, not salad. Fish! No, fish smells like fish. Hmm...maybe don't eat?
LE: Maybe small finger foods.
Me: Yeah. Oh and don't forget your toothbrush.
LE: I am not staying over at his place!
(Pause)
Me: To brush your teeth before going out. You do realize that you leave at 5AM, so that will have been the last time you brushed your teeth.
LE: (laughs) Good thinking. How do I greet him?
Me: A hug?
LE: Do I have to offer to pay?
Me: I'd say dig around in your purse like you are looking for your wallet. He asked you out and it's not a blind date or anything. Until women are paid the exact same as men, then men should pay on the first date.
LE: Plus he already knows I'm poor. I told him. He said, "You're not a lawyer?".
Me: Aw, he probably thought he had a sugar mama on his hands.
LE: Dreams crushed.
I think they'll have a smashing time!
And of course LE said she will try to do some recon work on Mr. Kiss Me. (Note: I do not make her do this as I am staying out of the situation as long as a girlfriend is in the picture.) Actually, she did tell Casey that I wasn't totally opposed to MKM and Casey said he definitely wouldn't be opposed to me. To which I reminded LE that I am definitely opposed to guys with girlfriends.
In the meantime, all this talking about dates has reminded me...I need to go on a date! With anyone!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Day 140 cont. - Helpfulness Fail
I am going back to the "School of Mo" coldness.
^Oldest sister's IM to me just now after telling me how she offered to help a friend out and then the friend took her up on it by asking for some help with chores! Oh, "School of Mo" would be me. :)
Day 140 - It's Anna Wintour's Birthday!
And in honor of it, my mom and each came up with little ideas about how she might be celebrating today:
My mom's:
Well, first she gets a daily haircut. Then she sucks some oxygen for nourishment. Then she goes into her all black closet with her night goggles so that she can distinguish between garments. Then she selects a pair of jackie o sunglasses of which she has 20 identical pairs (oh sidebar, I almost got a similar pair but [oldest daughter] thought they made me look bug eyed!) and then she calls her pa to blow out her candles on her bcake and then she goes skydiving with Andre Leon Tally in their matching chinchilla coats.
Mine:
She wakes up and her PA brings in a Hermes fedora with pieces of paper imported from France folded in it with different names of Vogue employees (the lower ones) written on them. She pulls out 5 names and those are the ones getting fired. Yay for birthdays! She opens her closet and takes out the outfit marked “November 3, 2009.” She then gets word that her PA fired the 5 staffers and she celebrates by having a martini, no fatty olives. She then spends the rest of the day keeping her hair in place and sending away cheap $5,000 gifts from lowly Vogue staffers and designers. For her birthday celebration she meets up with Vanity Fair’s Graydon Carter at The Waverly Inn where they spend the night not eating, yet somehow racking up a $3,000 bill, and laughing about how they rule the world. Well, she doesn’t laugh, just nods in agreement. Before the end of the night, Andre Leon Tally comes in and gifts her with the Hope Diamond. Lady Wintour decides he will live to see another day of employment.
Hope you laughed!
My mom's:
Well, first she gets a daily haircut. Then she sucks some oxygen for nourishment. Then she goes into her all black closet with her night goggles so that she can distinguish between garments. Then she selects a pair of jackie o sunglasses of which she has 20 identical pairs (oh sidebar, I almost got a similar pair but [oldest daughter] thought they made me look bug eyed!) and then she calls her pa to blow out her candles on her bcake and then she goes skydiving with Andre Leon Tally in their matching chinchilla coats.
Mine:
She wakes up and her PA brings in a Hermes fedora with pieces of paper imported from France folded in it with different names of Vogue employees (the lower ones) written on them. She pulls out 5 names and those are the ones getting fired. Yay for birthdays! She opens her closet and takes out the outfit marked “November 3, 2009.” She then gets word that her PA fired the 5 staffers and she celebrates by having a martini, no fatty olives. She then spends the rest of the day keeping her hair in place and sending away cheap $5,000 gifts from lowly Vogue staffers and designers. For her birthday celebration she meets up with Vanity Fair’s Graydon Carter at The Waverly Inn where they spend the night not eating, yet somehow racking up a $3,000 bill, and laughing about how they rule the world. Well, she doesn’t laugh, just nods in agreement. Before the end of the night, Andre Leon Tally comes in and gifts her with the Hope Diamond. Lady Wintour decides he will live to see another day of employment.
Hope you laughed!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Day 139 cont. - Changed My Mind
What I really want to say to people is:
LEAVE ME ALONE
Man, bad mood or what...
LEAVE ME ALONE
Man, bad mood or what...
Day 139 cont. - Do Not Disturb
I'm in a mood where I just want to be completely left alone. I want to go home and just be. I want to tell everyone, do not bother until further notice. Ohhhhh....bad moods.
Day 139 cont. - Halloween, You've Done It Again!
Rewind!!! Here is the rest of the info on Mr. Kiss Me.
MKM has a girlfriend in Chicago. Confused already? He began dating an old friend who lives in Chicago and she was going to move out here, but it was too difficult or fell apart or something, so she isn't here. Not only does he have a girlfriend in Chicago, Saturday night he was hanging out with some other girl. No idea if they are dating or what. She was dressed as a Dallas Cowboys' cheerleader and totally did not do it justice. She didn't even have white boots on.
Soooo....MKM is apparently a big-time player. Cheats on all his girlfriends or something. And, as LE put it, I am not interested in being the other other woman.
Although, while MKM and I were in the bar area, LE told me what happened with DCC (the cheerleader).
LE: While you were gone, DCC was getting angry because she couldn't find MKM.
Me: We were just in the bar room.
LE: I know, and we told her to go look for him and then she came back all angrily and yelled, "He isn't in there!".
Me: Weird.
LE: Yeah, I probably shouldn't have chosen that moment to say, "Where's Molly?"
LE is totally going to get me hunted down by an angry DCC.
DCC eventually found us, after he bought me a "make up" drink. I took my cue to exit once she was around.
What is my next move you ask? No move. I'm not involving myself in any mess, especially since he is a friend of a friend and I hate to complicate things more. He is definitely the kind of guy you keep at arm's length.
Plus, since I've been mulling it over and initially thought the apology was incredibly genuine and kind, I've convinced myself to not be too naive.
First, he didn't remember what he said. This means Cappie most likely told him to apologize. Major props to Cappie for always looking out for LE and me.
Second, being that he's a player, I have to wonder if what he says is genuine or he's just so practiced in saying all the right things.
It seemed real, but again, keeping this boy at arm's length. At the very least, he now knows he can't get away with this stuff with me. I have a feeling most girls let him get away with whatever he wants, whereas I have no problem ignoring you if you misstep.
But, moving forward a bit, LE and Double B are finally, possibly going to go out. He asked and now it's just a matter of making it happen. Did I fail to mention that we are pretty sure MKM and Double B are roommates? Yeah, life can never be simple.
With this all in motion, there are two things to consider. LE will definitely be getting more info on MKM. She offered to do some recon work. Ha! Also, if LE and Double B hang out more, then I'm sure we'll be spending more time with this group and likely MKM.
For now, I will sit back and just be. Not just because I'm pretty sure he's still a dog, but also because Casey and Cappie first tried to set me up with MKM (who I decided was a tool) and then with the Mime (who I've also pretty much decided is a no-go) and now I'm back to MKM. Seems like I'm all over the place and don't want to complicate anything with Casey and Cappie.
But MKM does have a really nice smile and voice. If only he didn't have 50 girlfriends!
MKM has a girlfriend in Chicago. Confused already? He began dating an old friend who lives in Chicago and she was going to move out here, but it was too difficult or fell apart or something, so she isn't here. Not only does he have a girlfriend in Chicago, Saturday night he was hanging out with some other girl. No idea if they are dating or what. She was dressed as a Dallas Cowboys' cheerleader and totally did not do it justice. She didn't even have white boots on.
Soooo....MKM is apparently a big-time player. Cheats on all his girlfriends or something. And, as LE put it, I am not interested in being the other other woman.
Although, while MKM and I were in the bar area, LE told me what happened with DCC (the cheerleader).
LE: While you were gone, DCC was getting angry because she couldn't find MKM.
Me: We were just in the bar room.
LE: I know, and we told her to go look for him and then she came back all angrily and yelled, "He isn't in there!".
Me: Weird.
LE: Yeah, I probably shouldn't have chosen that moment to say, "Where's Molly?"
LE is totally going to get me hunted down by an angry DCC.
DCC eventually found us, after he bought me a "make up" drink. I took my cue to exit once she was around.
What is my next move you ask? No move. I'm not involving myself in any mess, especially since he is a friend of a friend and I hate to complicate things more. He is definitely the kind of guy you keep at arm's length.
Plus, since I've been mulling it over and initially thought the apology was incredibly genuine and kind, I've convinced myself to not be too naive.
First, he didn't remember what he said. This means Cappie most likely told him to apologize. Major props to Cappie for always looking out for LE and me.
Second, being that he's a player, I have to wonder if what he says is genuine or he's just so practiced in saying all the right things.
It seemed real, but again, keeping this boy at arm's length. At the very least, he now knows he can't get away with this stuff with me. I have a feeling most girls let him get away with whatever he wants, whereas I have no problem ignoring you if you misstep.
But, moving forward a bit, LE and Double B are finally, possibly going to go out. He asked and now it's just a matter of making it happen. Did I fail to mention that we are pretty sure MKM and Double B are roommates? Yeah, life can never be simple.
With this all in motion, there are two things to consider. LE will definitely be getting more info on MKM. She offered to do some recon work. Ha! Also, if LE and Double B hang out more, then I'm sure we'll be spending more time with this group and likely MKM.
For now, I will sit back and just be. Not just because I'm pretty sure he's still a dog, but also because Casey and Cappie first tried to set me up with MKM (who I decided was a tool) and then with the Mime (who I've also pretty much decided is a no-go) and now I'm back to MKM. Seems like I'm all over the place and don't want to complicate anything with Casey and Cappie.
But MKM does have a really nice smile and voice. If only he didn't have 50 girlfriends!
Day 139 - Halloween, You've Done It Again!
Legal Eagle and I had an awesome Halloween. Possibly the best one yet. So let me start from the beginning:
LE and I had plans to go out to the OC and out with LE's coworker (who we will call Casey) and the coworker's bf (who we will call Cappie). These nicknames are from a TV show, but give me a break, I watch a lot of TV. So we went over to Casey and Cappie's place where Double B (their friend who they have been trying to set up LE with for a year now!) was also going to get together with us all.
The five of us got ready, caught up and had a drink to begin celebrating the fabulous Halloween that we were in store for. First up, we went to Cappie's dad's place where he was throwing a party. The property was incredible and decorated all out. All the family and friends were incredibly nice and welcoming. They even had the cutest little dog Buddy who I instantly bonded with, go figure.
Next stop, Casey and Cappie's friends' house party. This is where I was supposed to meet a friend they wanted to set me up with. I thought I knew (after some online research) who I was meeting, but I was wrong. And this guy was short. I hate to be mean, but I have always been upfront when they have said they want to set me up with someone that I cannot do short. Oh, and he was dressed as a mime so I have no idea what he looks like. Unfair.
But I did talk with Mime (his nickname) and he was nice, but Cappie did ask why I wasn't interested in Mime and luckily I played coy and didn't say, "Short short short short. Oh and I can't tell what he looks like!" I guess we'll see...maybe meet him again under less costume-y circumstances.
Also at the party we met Johnny Depp (his nickname as he was dressed as Depp from Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas). He was a douche nozzle. First he tells Casey's sister that she is prettier than Casey, in front of Casey! And then goes on to tell Casey that she has a better face though! WTF?! Oh, and then he spent the rest of the night hitting on me and me ignoring him. LE said it was pretty funny.
Met some other really cool people at the party. Costumes included a Jesus and an old-school football player (my personal fave as he was even covered in dirt).
Finally, we made our way to Casey and Cappie's hangout where they know everyone. Continued to have an awesome time. Found some more suitors (as LE termed them) who I pretty much continued to ignore.
But, the weird part of the night came at the end and this may take a whole lot of explaining, so prepare to read.
LE asked me to close out her tab (her very cheap tab! go us!). I headed to the bar (in the other room) and waited patiently. Who of all people should come and take the stool next to me other than Mr. Kiss Me, remember him? He was the guy from many months ago who told me to kiss him. I had seen him at the house party and throughout the night, but well, pretty much ignored him too.
After I probably made a face or rolled my eyes, we did begin to talk and I was floored by what came out of his mouth!
Mr. Kiss Me: I want to apologize.
Me: Oh, OK.
MKM: I was kind of an ass to you.
Me: Yeeeahhhh.
MKM: What did I say exactly?
Me: (raised eyebrows) You don't remember?
MKM: I was in bad shape that night.
Me: You told me to kiss you.
We then had a good laugh about that because once you hear that sentence said out loud it is absolutely ridiculous. And I could see the embarrassment all over his face.
He then continued to apologize over and over, even after I said it was OK, he said he was rude and really sorry. I was impressed and while I won't say I have a crush on him or like him (that's all giving him too much credit and I still barely know him), I will say I'm intrigued by him. Great, right? No, all wrong, because the backstory on this guy is complicated.
LE and I had plans to go out to the OC and out with LE's coworker (who we will call Casey) and the coworker's bf (who we will call Cappie). These nicknames are from a TV show, but give me a break, I watch a lot of TV. So we went over to Casey and Cappie's place where Double B (their friend who they have been trying to set up LE with for a year now!) was also going to get together with us all.
The five of us got ready, caught up and had a drink to begin celebrating the fabulous Halloween that we were in store for. First up, we went to Cappie's dad's place where he was throwing a party. The property was incredible and decorated all out. All the family and friends were incredibly nice and welcoming. They even had the cutest little dog Buddy who I instantly bonded with, go figure.
Next stop, Casey and Cappie's friends' house party. This is where I was supposed to meet a friend they wanted to set me up with. I thought I knew (after some online research) who I was meeting, but I was wrong. And this guy was short. I hate to be mean, but I have always been upfront when they have said they want to set me up with someone that I cannot do short. Oh, and he was dressed as a mime so I have no idea what he looks like. Unfair.
But I did talk with Mime (his nickname) and he was nice, but Cappie did ask why I wasn't interested in Mime and luckily I played coy and didn't say, "Short short short short. Oh and I can't tell what he looks like!" I guess we'll see...maybe meet him again under less costume-y circumstances.
Also at the party we met Johnny Depp (his nickname as he was dressed as Depp from Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas). He was a douche nozzle. First he tells Casey's sister that she is prettier than Casey, in front of Casey! And then goes on to tell Casey that she has a better face though! WTF?! Oh, and then he spent the rest of the night hitting on me and me ignoring him. LE said it was pretty funny.
Met some other really cool people at the party. Costumes included a Jesus and an old-school football player (my personal fave as he was even covered in dirt).
Finally, we made our way to Casey and Cappie's hangout where they know everyone. Continued to have an awesome time. Found some more suitors (as LE termed them) who I pretty much continued to ignore.
But, the weird part of the night came at the end and this may take a whole lot of explaining, so prepare to read.
LE asked me to close out her tab (her very cheap tab! go us!). I headed to the bar (in the other room) and waited patiently. Who of all people should come and take the stool next to me other than Mr. Kiss Me, remember him? He was the guy from many months ago who told me to kiss him. I had seen him at the house party and throughout the night, but well, pretty much ignored him too.
After I probably made a face or rolled my eyes, we did begin to talk and I was floored by what came out of his mouth!
Mr. Kiss Me: I want to apologize.
Me: Oh, OK.
MKM: I was kind of an ass to you.
Me: Yeeeahhhh.
MKM: What did I say exactly?
Me: (raised eyebrows) You don't remember?
MKM: I was in bad shape that night.
Me: You told me to kiss you.
We then had a good laugh about that because once you hear that sentence said out loud it is absolutely ridiculous. And I could see the embarrassment all over his face.
He then continued to apologize over and over, even after I said it was OK, he said he was rude and really sorry. I was impressed and while I won't say I have a crush on him or like him (that's all giving him too much credit and I still barely know him), I will say I'm intrigued by him. Great, right? No, all wrong, because the backstory on this guy is complicated.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Day 138 - Oh Canada!
Are you dressed up as a gay rights' activist?
^Question asked by a Canadian coworker of a woman dressed as Rainbow Bright for Halloween.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Day 137 - Irrational Worries/Fears I Have
1. That I have pen on my face at work - I use a pen maybe 5 times a day and it's never close to my face yet I check my mirror constantly for pen marks as if it would magically jump onto my face.
2. That I'm not getting my emails - I constantly wonder, "Maybe I'm not getting my emails!" as if suddenly my email-getting abilities will disappear.
3. That I'll fall - Oy! I'm so afraid of falling every time I get up for anything.
4. That I'm staring at people - Oops...not irrational. I do stare.
5. That I will call someone by the wrong name - I'm in my head a lot...and I make up names for many people or often wonder about other people while talking to someone. Maybe not completely irrational?
6. That the buses will stop running - If I don't get a bus in 5 min. I'm always positive that bus drivers are on strike or something.
7. That my teeth are getting looser - Possibly because of my dental issues, but I swear sometimes my teeth feel wiggly.
8 . That I'll lose a shoe - No idea where this comes from, but I often find myself thinking how I would get home or wherever if I only had one shoe.
9. That I have toilet paper on my shoe - I watch too much TV.
10. That I'm going to spill coffee all over myself - Oops...not completely irrational. Some dribbled out of my cup yesterday, but not exactly on me.
2. That I'm not getting my emails - I constantly wonder, "Maybe I'm not getting my emails!" as if suddenly my email-getting abilities will disappear.
3. That I'll fall - Oy! I'm so afraid of falling every time I get up for anything.
4. That I'm staring at people - Oops...not irrational. I do stare.
5. That I will call someone by the wrong name - I'm in my head a lot...and I make up names for many people or often wonder about other people while talking to someone. Maybe not completely irrational?
6. That the buses will stop running - If I don't get a bus in 5 min. I'm always positive that bus drivers are on strike or something.
7. That my teeth are getting looser - Possibly because of my dental issues, but I swear sometimes my teeth feel wiggly.
8 . That I'll lose a shoe - No idea where this comes from, but I often find myself thinking how I would get home or wherever if I only had one shoe.
9. That I have toilet paper on my shoe - I watch too much TV.
10. That I'm going to spill coffee all over myself - Oops...not completely irrational. Some dribbled out of my cup yesterday, but not exactly on me.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Day 137 - How I Don't Like To Start My Mornings
Last week I had an exceptionally good morning one day and today is the opposite:
- I missed my first bus. By about a minute and then had to trek down to the dentist at 7AM.
- I finally made it to the dentist and was there for 2.5 hours. And came out with mostly bad news. But no cavities. Tired.
- I forgot to eat breakfast.
- There was a guy on my bus who coughed in my direction and also shook out his piece of cardboard around me and everyone else. I have a feeling I smell like the bus right now.
- Since I spent so much time at the dentist I will be staying late at work.
But it's noon and I'm bound to turn my day around. I'll be productive. Legal Eagle is taking care of dinner. My mom sent me a funny Web site (although they talk about ugly clothes and some I think aren't so bad), and I'm wearing a cozy outfit. And I am soooo taking an early lunch!
Tuesday, we're not through yet!
- I missed my first bus. By about a minute and then had to trek down to the dentist at 7AM.
- I finally made it to the dentist and was there for 2.5 hours. And came out with mostly bad news. But no cavities. Tired.
- I forgot to eat breakfast.
- There was a guy on my bus who coughed in my direction and also shook out his piece of cardboard around me and everyone else. I have a feeling I smell like the bus right now.
- Since I spent so much time at the dentist I will be staying late at work.
But it's noon and I'm bound to turn my day around. I'll be productive. Legal Eagle is taking care of dinner. My mom sent me a funny Web site (although they talk about ugly clothes and some I think aren't so bad), and I'm wearing a cozy outfit. And I am soooo taking an early lunch!
Tuesday, we're not through yet!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Day 136 cont. - Life Is A TV Show
Legal Eagle: I never change the litter box or feed the cats.
Me: It's OK. It doesn't take that long. I don't mind doing it.
LE: I'm such an absentee parent.
Me: You and Jon Gosselin.
LE: I'm like [my boss] with [his dog].
Me: You, [your boss] and Jon Gosselin.
PAUSE
Me: Minus all the Ed Hardy clothing.
Me: It's OK. It doesn't take that long. I don't mind doing it.
LE: I'm such an absentee parent.
Me: You and Jon Gosselin.
LE: I'm like [my boss] with [his dog].
Me: You, [your boss] and Jon Gosselin.
PAUSE
Me: Minus all the Ed Hardy clothing.
Day 136 - Halloween 3.0
Ever since moving to California, I must admit that Legal Eagle and I have had some fun Halloweens. It has to be our best holiday out here and it's always fairly last minute and pulled together in a snap. I feel this year will be no different.
To recap: Year 1 we went to a club with LE's sister-in-law who was visiting. Danced the night away and had a million laughs.
Year 2 we went to a bar with LE's coworker and others. Low-key, karaoke, dancing and a good time.
Year 3 we will be revisiting year 2 and heading to the same place with LE's coworker and others. We had planned on staying local, but this will be lots of fun as this bar is our style and the people are always interesting. So, let's pro-con this Halloween a little. I already know pros will win, but I'm dying to make a list, so just deal.
PRO: Cheap drinks! I just know the drinks will be cheaper at this bar than where we were going to go. Face it, that's important.
CON: We have to drive to Orange County...OK, this isn't so bad because we will drive during the day and come back the next day, but alas, we have to drive.
PRO: We have somewhere to crash!
CON: I will have to wake up (hungover) at someone else's place. Not really all that bad, but I'll eventually have to haul back to my place instead of just being at my place.
PRO: Going out with a fun group of people.
PRO: Going to a bar where the people we are going with know the people who run the place. Always nice to have an automatic in and be taken care of!
CON: I'll still be in Orange County.
PRO: Orange County people are fun to watch.
PRO: I think I will be meeting one of the friends I am being set up with.
CON: I think I will be meeting one of the friends I am being set up with.
Ahh...you ask why both pro and con...time for another list!
PRO: He may be awesome for all I know.
CON: Meeting on Halloween, in costume?? Could be weird and leaves me unable to judge someone based on what they wear on a normal day.
PRO: He may have an awesome costume on and I may look totally adorable.
CON: I have to work extra hard to look totally adorable.
PRO: I may have someone there who will pay lots of attention to me.
CON: He may find someone he likes better...yeah right...
PRO: We'll be in a huge group, less pressure.
CON: If he knows we are being set up, it could be awkward and forced. If he doesn't know, I may get rejected.
PRO: Let's face it, he'll likely adore me.
CON: He lives in Orange County, possible Republican.
PRO: It's been a long time since I've been on a date.
CON: He lives in Orange County...that would be long-distance dating.
Eh, for all I know he may come down with swine flu and not make it. But I'm sure if he does you will be getting another pro-con list and lots of Halloween stories. I'm getting excited!!!
EDIT: PRO/CON: I am still currently missing a tooth. Odds are I will mention this. Either makes me totally awesome and funny or just a girl with a missing tooth. We shall see!
To recap: Year 1 we went to a club with LE's sister-in-law who was visiting. Danced the night away and had a million laughs.
Year 2 we went to a bar with LE's coworker and others. Low-key, karaoke, dancing and a good time.
Year 3 we will be revisiting year 2 and heading to the same place with LE's coworker and others. We had planned on staying local, but this will be lots of fun as this bar is our style and the people are always interesting. So, let's pro-con this Halloween a little. I already know pros will win, but I'm dying to make a list, so just deal.
PRO: Cheap drinks! I just know the drinks will be cheaper at this bar than where we were going to go. Face it, that's important.
CON: We have to drive to Orange County...OK, this isn't so bad because we will drive during the day and come back the next day, but alas, we have to drive.
PRO: We have somewhere to crash!
CON: I will have to wake up (hungover) at someone else's place. Not really all that bad, but I'll eventually have to haul back to my place instead of just being at my place.
PRO: Going out with a fun group of people.
PRO: Going to a bar where the people we are going with know the people who run the place. Always nice to have an automatic in and be taken care of!
CON: I'll still be in Orange County.
PRO: Orange County people are fun to watch.
PRO: I think I will be meeting one of the friends I am being set up with.
CON: I think I will be meeting one of the friends I am being set up with.
Ahh...you ask why both pro and con...time for another list!
PRO: He may be awesome for all I know.
CON: Meeting on Halloween, in costume?? Could be weird and leaves me unable to judge someone based on what they wear on a normal day.
PRO: He may have an awesome costume on and I may look totally adorable.
CON: I have to work extra hard to look totally adorable.
PRO: I may have someone there who will pay lots of attention to me.
CON: He may find someone he likes better...yeah right...
PRO: We'll be in a huge group, less pressure.
CON: If he knows we are being set up, it could be awkward and forced. If he doesn't know, I may get rejected.
PRO: Let's face it, he'll likely adore me.
CON: He lives in Orange County, possible Republican.
PRO: It's been a long time since I've been on a date.
CON: He lives in Orange County...that would be long-distance dating.
Eh, for all I know he may come down with swine flu and not make it. But I'm sure if he does you will be getting another pro-con list and lots of Halloween stories. I'm getting excited!!!
EDIT: PRO/CON: I am still currently missing a tooth. Odds are I will mention this. Either makes me totally awesome and funny or just a girl with a missing tooth. We shall see!
Friday, October 23, 2009
Day 135 cont. - This Week's Fashions
Look at me, ahead of schedule!
^Monday: Best thing about chillier weather is jackets! So much easier to look professional and pulled together.
^Tuesday: Yes, I wore knee highs to work. Professional or not? Apparently I no longer think that's an issue.
Not at work on Wednesday.
^Thursday: I LOVE this!!!!! First, someone send it to my dad because he will die that I am wearing this shirt. Second, I should be in London or something. Sorry, I cannot get over my adorableness in this picture.
^Friday: Hippie cute! This is Legal Eagle's vest that was her mom's I believe. I hated my closet this morning, so I just had to raid hers.
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!!! Until next week...or whenever I manage to bloggy blog some more.
^Monday: Best thing about chillier weather is jackets! So much easier to look professional and pulled together.
^Tuesday: Yes, I wore knee highs to work. Professional or not? Apparently I no longer think that's an issue.
Not at work on Wednesday.
^Thursday: I LOVE this!!!!! First, someone send it to my dad because he will die that I am wearing this shirt. Second, I should be in London or something. Sorry, I cannot get over my adorableness in this picture.
^Friday: Hippie cute! This is Legal Eagle's vest that was her mom's I believe. I hated my closet this morning, so I just had to raid hers.
Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy!!! Until next week...or whenever I manage to bloggy blog some more.
Day 135 cont. - Last Week's Fashions
I know! I'm so behind! But here you go...
^Monday: I think I couldn't figure out what to wear, so skinny jeans are always a backup.
^Tuesday: I LOVE this outfit. It's so fall and I love the unfitted jacket with the girly skirt and boots.
^Wednesday: Where did I get a gray skirt you ask? Oh, that would be my gray dress under a sweater. Voila!
^Thursday: Oh my god! I look so '80s! Why did I let myself out of the house this way. I can only wonder what my coworkers think...
^Friday: Looking professional and paying homage to DVF with a semi-wrap dress (her hubby is our head honcho and was at our office).
OK kiddos...doubling up and will post this week's fashions in 5 seconds!
^Monday: I think I couldn't figure out what to wear, so skinny jeans are always a backup.
^Tuesday: I LOVE this outfit. It's so fall and I love the unfitted jacket with the girly skirt and boots.
^Wednesday: Where did I get a gray skirt you ask? Oh, that would be my gray dress under a sweater. Voila!
^Thursday: Oh my god! I look so '80s! Why did I let myself out of the house this way. I can only wonder what my coworkers think...
^Friday: Looking professional and paying homage to DVF with a semi-wrap dress (her hubby is our head honcho and was at our office).
OK kiddos...doubling up and will post this week's fashions in 5 seconds!
Day 135 - How I Like To Start My Mornings
Today I had a fabulous morning. The rest of the day was pretty blah, but the morning was a combo of oddness and awesomeness.
First, I was walking to my bus. Upon walking I noticed a young boy standing frozen in a walking position with his little roll-y school bag. I stared and stared wondering why he would be frozen and if there was some illness or injury that makes people freeze...because I live in Hogwart's world or something? As I passed him I continued to keep looking back and still frozen, not swaying or anything. But, at one point, I turned back he was standing, looking and smiling at me. I couldn't help but laugh. I love weird kids.
Second, I was picking up a package at the post office from my mom (already makes my day awesome). A bunch of us are waiting in line, me and some guys. While I am waiting one of the guys is being helped and is grabbing a box or something so he has to pass me. He stops and says, "I know it's early so maybe no one has told you, but you look very pretty." He wasn't cute, but it wasn't said all pervy, plus I had been very mad at my hair that morning. Anywho, it was nice to hear.
Third, bagel day at work.
Fourth, an hour-long meeting at work where I could just kick back.
Not too bad and almost time to leave!
First, I was walking to my bus. Upon walking I noticed a young boy standing frozen in a walking position with his little roll-y school bag. I stared and stared wondering why he would be frozen and if there was some illness or injury that makes people freeze...because I live in Hogwart's world or something? As I passed him I continued to keep looking back and still frozen, not swaying or anything. But, at one point, I turned back he was standing, looking and smiling at me. I couldn't help but laugh. I love weird kids.
Second, I was picking up a package at the post office from my mom (already makes my day awesome). A bunch of us are waiting in line, me and some guys. While I am waiting one of the guys is being helped and is grabbing a box or something so he has to pass me. He stops and says, "I know it's early so maybe no one has told you, but you look very pretty." He wasn't cute, but it wasn't said all pervy, plus I had been very mad at my hair that morning. Anywho, it was nice to hear.
Third, bagel day at work.
Fourth, an hour-long meeting at work where I could just kick back.
Not too bad and almost time to leave!
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Day 134 - Beauty Thoughts
I'm a blush/bronzer addict and am currently thinking about laying off of it a bit and focusing on wearing more eyeshadow, you know, to bring out my big eyes. This all may or may not have anything to do with Legal Eagle wearing purple eyeshadow yesterday and looking awesome.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Day 133 - Oh, OK...
You have really big eyes. Like they're pretty, they're just so big and blue.
^I was told this on Saturday by someone I dislike greatly. I'm pretty sure this is a compliment, but it came off so rude. Considering I'm already pretty weird about getting compliments (I either say "I know" or "Oh, uh..." and mumble a thank you eventually.), this person should have just said that I have pretty eyes. It's not like my eyes are unusually big; people have mentioned before that they are pretty, but I wouldn't say I resemble a bug or alien.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Day 132 - Fashion From Last Week!
Yeah, yeah, I'm really late on this. And I'm in a pouty mood. Oh, and I slipped down the stairs yesterday and am sore, sore, sore. So here you go:
^Monday: I remember I didn't want to do anything this day. This is the result. Eh.
^Tuesday: Finally it got chilly enough to wear my awesome pants. Plus they make me look professional.
^Wednesday: I'm pretty darn cute!
^Thursday: Why does my work let me dress like I'm going to a club or something? I wonder what they think of my clothes...
^Friday: I didn't think I'd like this, but I did.
Not much to say today...I'm tired and, did I mention, sore?
^Monday: I remember I didn't want to do anything this day. This is the result. Eh.
^Tuesday: Finally it got chilly enough to wear my awesome pants. Plus they make me look professional.
^Wednesday: I'm pretty darn cute!
^Thursday: Why does my work let me dress like I'm going to a club or something? I wonder what they think of my clothes...
^Friday: I didn't think I'd like this, but I did.
Not much to say today...I'm tired and, did I mention, sore?
Monday, October 5, 2009
Day 131 - Fashion From Last Week!
Wow, I'm actually managing to do this before the end of the week. Maybe because I'm avoiding doing anything I should be doing.
^Monday: Repeat outfit.
^Tuesday: Work convo below:
Head of HR: That's a cute jacket.
Me: Oh, thanks! (in head) It's totally not a jacket. I win!
^Wednesday: Love this jacket. Sure it's more spring appropriate, but in California it's always spring, except when it's deadly hot summer.
^Thursday: I look tan. That is all.
^Friday: Hmm...this is a lot cuter than I thought it would be.
Now, I haven't done laundry in a while and am waiting until Legal Eagle and I are house/dogsitting this weekend and I can do laundry for free...so outfits should be interesting this week!
^Monday: Repeat outfit.
^Tuesday: Work convo below:
Head of HR: That's a cute jacket.
Me: Oh, thanks! (in head) It's totally not a jacket. I win!
^Wednesday: Love this jacket. Sure it's more spring appropriate, but in California it's always spring, except when it's deadly hot summer.
^Thursday: I look tan. That is all.
^Friday: Hmm...this is a lot cuter than I thought it would be.
Now, I haven't done laundry in a while and am waiting until Legal Eagle and I are house/dogsitting this weekend and I can do laundry for free...so outfits should be interesting this week!
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Day 130 cont. - Fashion From Last Week!
I'm just waiting for a pan to soak before cooking dinner, so here we go:
^Monday: I look good here. That's all I've got.
^Tuesday: Oh, I'm such a fashion cliche! But I love the outfit and my teased out hair. However, the shoes aren't right...and later that day I remembered Legal Eagle has black booties which would have been perfect!
^Wednesday: I dared to go bare...arms...at work. However, I soon needed to throw on a cardigan because our office is cold, but I did it for a while!
^Thursday: I'll never not love this jacket - my free steal from CosmoGIRL!. Also, my legs look weird, too far apart.
^Friday: Check out my leopard heels. Jealous?
And now to cook...
^Monday: I look good here. That's all I've got.
^Tuesday: Oh, I'm such a fashion cliche! But I love the outfit and my teased out hair. However, the shoes aren't right...and later that day I remembered Legal Eagle has black booties which would have been perfect!
^Wednesday: I dared to go bare...arms...at work. However, I soon needed to throw on a cardigan because our office is cold, but I did it for a while!
^Thursday: I'll never not love this jacket - my free steal from CosmoGIRL!. Also, my legs look weird, too far apart.
^Friday: Check out my leopard heels. Jealous?
And now to cook...
Day 130 - Oh Yeah, This Is Great
I'm slowly scratching up the back of my gums taking my dumb flipper out. It hurts and improvements better happen soon.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Day 129 - Video Hell
Have I always had no chin???
^My first thought upon seeing Bride Brain's wedding video.
Stand up straight you lazy bum!!!
^My second thought.
I hate being soooo negative though since that's all women ever do. So what is good about the video? My hair looks nice and the dress isn't so miserable. I look good in some shots. My teeth look straight and white. Skin and makeup look good. In general, I don't look that bad. There are just some awkward shots. Legal Eagle looks really good, although she'll claim otherwise. She is standing straight the whole time! And her hair and makeup look great and the dress does too, despite what she'll say.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Day 128 - I'm Hilarious!
Ohhh...I so forgot to blog this convo between Legal Eagle and me from a long time ago:
Me: Maybe we should go see G.I. Joe this summer.
LE: Sure, who's in it?
Me: Sienna Miller.
LE: Oh?! Who does she play?
Me: Barbie.
Me: Maybe we should go see G.I. Joe this summer.
LE: Sure, who's in it?
Me: Sienna Miller.
LE: Oh?! Who does she play?
Me: Barbie.
Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Day 127 cont. - Last Week's Fashion
Oh hello! Last week Legal Eagle and I house sat in the OC, so I didn't put as much time and thought into my clothes, but here are the outfits!
^Monday: This is my "I have to interview Charlize Theron on my lunch break" outfit. My mom loves the Vogue spread with Charlize in ball gowns with blouses and this is as close to a blouse as I have.
^Tuesday: I've had this dress forever and since that day the sales conference was starting and all these suits were going to be at the office I decided to look a bit more "serious." Also, got a free brownie that day.
^Wednesday: Please excuse my slightly haggard hair and face...this was taken after a long day at the dentist. But I love the outfit and I am ready for fall!
^Thursday: I should be at a disco. I'm adorable!
^Friday: By this point I just wanted to be home in pajamas. I look a bit worn out, but I think I pulled it off!
Until next time...and trust me, some good stuff coming up!!
Great, now by saying that I've set you all up with high expectations. Let me rephrase: some decent fashion coming up, but don't expect much.
^Monday: This is my "I have to interview Charlize Theron on my lunch break" outfit. My mom loves the Vogue spread with Charlize in ball gowns with blouses and this is as close to a blouse as I have.
^Tuesday: I've had this dress forever and since that day the sales conference was starting and all these suits were going to be at the office I decided to look a bit more "serious." Also, got a free brownie that day.
^Wednesday: Please excuse my slightly haggard hair and face...this was taken after a long day at the dentist. But I love the outfit and I am ready for fall!
^Thursday: I should be at a disco. I'm adorable!
^Friday: By this point I just wanted to be home in pajamas. I look a bit worn out, but I think I pulled it off!
Until next time...and trust me, some good stuff coming up!!
Great, now by saying that I've set you all up with high expectations. Let me rephrase: some decent fashion coming up, but don't expect much.
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