... and you know what that means, right?
American Idol!!!
Yes, I will sit and let my brain rot and eardrums suffer tonight. And I will probably blog my thoughts about it. Because I can.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Monday, January 12, 2009
I is for...
I is for idiots.
I've decided there are far too many in this world.
How else do you explain the men that beat their wives/girlfriends/baby mamas and claim it's because they love them? How do you explain the moronic women that stay with them? Sure people will say that upbringing plays a large part. I agree. Their upbringing turned them into idiots.
There's also evidence that many people driving around our streets are idiots. I think I've lost count of the number of times I've had to maneuver to avoid an accident because someone did something stupid in front of me.
Girls getting knocked up when you can get free birth control at some clinics? Idiots. Boys wearing their pants around their knees because it makes them look tough or something? Idiots. People who cry global warming at every twist and turn? Idiots.
The people who run the city I live in are pretty stupid too sometimes. Apparently they have an abundance of money or something because they are essentially paying people to go out and snoop. My parents have received notices about the trash cans being visible (yes, that's against city ordinance) complete with a photo taken by someone that probably gets off on telling on people. There's supposedly people who drive around on no-burn days (yes, there are days where we can't have a fire in the fireplace) and cite people for burning. The ironic part of that is that no-burn days are supposed to help our air quality, meanwhile how many little city employees are driving their gas vehicles to go nosing around neighborhoods? Idiots.
I could probably go on, but I won't. I could be here all day telling you about idiot moves by politicians, celebrities, people I actually know... ugh. So go about your business today, but watch out for the idiots.
I've decided there are far too many in this world.
How else do you explain the men that beat their wives/girlfriends/baby mamas and claim it's because they love them? How do you explain the moronic women that stay with them? Sure people will say that upbringing plays a large part. I agree. Their upbringing turned them into idiots.
There's also evidence that many people driving around our streets are idiots. I think I've lost count of the number of times I've had to maneuver to avoid an accident because someone did something stupid in front of me.
Girls getting knocked up when you can get free birth control at some clinics? Idiots. Boys wearing their pants around their knees because it makes them look tough or something? Idiots. People who cry global warming at every twist and turn? Idiots.
The people who run the city I live in are pretty stupid too sometimes. Apparently they have an abundance of money or something because they are essentially paying people to go out and snoop. My parents have received notices about the trash cans being visible (yes, that's against city ordinance) complete with a photo taken by someone that probably gets off on telling on people. There's supposedly people who drive around on no-burn days (yes, there are days where we can't have a fire in the fireplace) and cite people for burning. The ironic part of that is that no-burn days are supposed to help our air quality, meanwhile how many little city employees are driving their gas vehicles to go nosing around neighborhoods? Idiots.
I could probably go on, but I won't. I could be here all day telling you about idiot moves by politicians, celebrities, people I actually know... ugh. So go about your business today, but watch out for the idiots.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
A Quick but Important Note
Growing up I got a lot of handmade clothes and costumes. Because mom and grandma were super crafty. I know people who make and sell jewelry. I visit etsy.com frequently and am amazed at the talent of some people.
That said, there's an attempt being made to stop the sale of handmade toys in the U.S. because they aren't "safe." You can read about it here.
Even if you don't know anyone personally, take a minute to sign the petition here. There's also links to write to your congressman or senator. Navigate around a bit. And save handmade toys!
That said, there's an attempt being made to stop the sale of handmade toys in the U.S. because they aren't "safe." You can read about it here.
Even if you don't know anyone personally, take a minute to sign the petition here. There's also links to write to your congressman or senator. Navigate around a bit. And save handmade toys!
Sunday Again?
Sundays are kinda "meh" for me. I don't do much. Usually, Tim has to work and I'm recovering from whatever we did the previous night. But today my hubby had the day off! So we slept until an hour that I won't reveal. Then I had to go tutor for an hour. And now I'm home. Free to blog about how my night was.
We went to our first local show of the year. It was at the Babylon. Not my favorite music scene in town, but my friends were playing. Now, my experience with the Babylon has been that they typically run behind. So I didn't worry about getting there on time. But of course, they chose to run on time last night of all nights, so I missed my buddies. We stayed anyway of course. And the second band was pretty good. I enjoyed them.
They had a super long set so we left after they were done and went to hang out with some friends at their house. I love these people. I've known my buddy Leon for about fifteen years now, and through him I met Scott about ten years ago. Leon's girlfriend Kellee is the cutest person ever and I love her. Anyway, we hung out until about two. The fun part about this group is that since we kind of grew up together we have all these random stories. So there was a lot of story telling last night. Always fun.
And now... I'm sitting watching TV. Contemplating a movie tonight (hooray for free tickets!). I'll let you know if we saw something good...
We went to our first local show of the year. It was at the Babylon. Not my favorite music scene in town, but my friends were playing. Now, my experience with the Babylon has been that they typically run behind. So I didn't worry about getting there on time. But of course, they chose to run on time last night of all nights, so I missed my buddies. We stayed anyway of course. And the second band was pretty good. I enjoyed them.
They had a super long set so we left after they were done and went to hang out with some friends at their house. I love these people. I've known my buddy Leon for about fifteen years now, and through him I met Scott about ten years ago. Leon's girlfriend Kellee is the cutest person ever and I love her. Anyway, we hung out until about two. The fun part about this group is that since we kind of grew up together we have all these random stories. So there was a lot of story telling last night. Always fun.
And now... I'm sitting watching TV. Contemplating a movie tonight (hooray for free tickets!). I'll let you know if we saw something good...
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Shoes!
Shoes are number one on my list of crazy obsessions. I get it from my grandma. If I find a fabulous pair of shoes that don't match a thing I own... well I guess I'm shopping for a matching outfit! Actually, this doesn't happen much. I can probably count the instances on one hand.
Anyway, I've mostly hated ankle boots, but I think my mind is changing. And if any of these precious babies showed up on my doorstep I think I'd dance a little jig right there on my doormat...
These don't come in my size. Which is beyond depressing, because how fab do they look?
These are adorable. Green has a special place in my heart.
Anyway, I've mostly hated ankle boots, but I think my mind is changing. And if any of these precious babies showed up on my doorstep I think I'd dance a little jig right there on my doormat...
These don't come in my size. Which is beyond depressing, because how fab do they look?
These are adorable. Green has a special place in my heart.
So now that I've bombarded you with shoes, I'm off to go wish I had money to spend on them. (BTW, I totally linked to each shoe if you want to see that I have very affordable taste. I'm also a size eight.)
Friday, January 9, 2009
The Horrors of Wally World
So I try not to go to Wal-Mart. The crowd at the one near me is constant. The only time that's good to go is at seven in the morning on a weekday. Target's prices are almost as good usually, and the store is cleaner. So I just go there.
Today I thought we would check Wal-Mart because there were other things I needed that I might not find at Target (grocery and craft stuff).
Big mistake. Huge. (Quick, what movie is that from?)
While near groceries I heard a guy threatening someone (loudly) in the next aisle with bodily harm. And he even told the guy he'd be waiting for him outside. Over his girlfriend. Really dude? I got a look at her, and I'm pretty sure she was a solid five. Six at best. But then, when you're a three or four I guess that's dating up... Anyway, I quickly took Tad and our shopping cart elsewhere.
Then as we're checking out, I hear a flurry of curse words (of the fu** and bi*** and other nice names category). I have no clue what happened, but this chick that seriously looked like she was on something was going absolutely nuts over something that someone had said to her. It got to the point where there were at least six employees around her after they got her to sit down. Oh, and did I mention she was pushing a crying toddler in her cart? And she was pregnant? Yeah, mom of the year. Way to go.
So I'm pretty sure if I absolutely have to go to Wally World for any reason in the future, I'll be doing the pre-work trip. And possibly the store in the northern part of town. Because that was not a pleasant adventure. What's next? Someone carrying a gun and shooting because someone's cart is in their way???
Today I thought we would check Wal-Mart because there were other things I needed that I might not find at Target (grocery and craft stuff).
Big mistake. Huge. (Quick, what movie is that from?)
While near groceries I heard a guy threatening someone (loudly) in the next aisle with bodily harm. And he even told the guy he'd be waiting for him outside. Over his girlfriend. Really dude? I got a look at her, and I'm pretty sure she was a solid five. Six at best. But then, when you're a three or four I guess that's dating up... Anyway, I quickly took Tad and our shopping cart elsewhere.
Then as we're checking out, I hear a flurry of curse words (of the fu** and bi*** and other nice names category). I have no clue what happened, but this chick that seriously looked like she was on something was going absolutely nuts over something that someone had said to her. It got to the point where there were at least six employees around her after they got her to sit down. Oh, and did I mention she was pushing a crying toddler in her cart? And she was pregnant? Yeah, mom of the year. Way to go.
So I'm pretty sure if I absolutely have to go to Wally World for any reason in the future, I'll be doing the pre-work trip. And possibly the store in the northern part of town. Because that was not a pleasant adventure. What's next? Someone carrying a gun and shooting because someone's cart is in their way???
Friday Photo
It's already Friday again? Jeez... I spent the whole week with the kid. So that's what you get this week...
Yes, he fell asleep in a box. And no, I didn't put him in there or even make him get in. I did give him his blanket though. He said he wanted to lay in the box with his blanket so I let him. And as soon as I put that blanket around him I knew he would fall asleep in there.
Don't be surprised, this kid falls asleep on the floor, under tables, and in laundry baskets. He's weird like that.
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