my scramblings & ramblings
I freaked out when I got home and the internet was hiccupping. Luckily, it’s okay now.
And I’m nice and clean.
Things To Do:
– return/exchange ______ to _______
– new tires
– finish Christmas shopping
– balance checkboook
– pay bills
– buy stamps
– wrap presents
– answer emails
– HW assignments
– buy and send rest of Christmas cards
– GET BETTER!
Hmm. Cold meds kicking in. Must sleep now.
Stupid sore throat.
Good night.
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WHY did I just realize that Jimi Hendrix was left handed and therefore played the guitar “backwards?”
I’m at Garth’s after a very cool small group. And when I say small, I mean SMALL. Garth, Tyler, me, Mr. Matt, Christy, and Tami (who breezed in when it was almost over) discussed the first two chapters of “Searching for God Knows What” by Donald Miller. A random conversation for a random kind of book.
So yeah. Let’s backtrack a bit. Like, to the beginning of my day. I woke up to a stomach that was still PIST (haha, yoimemily), so I took 1/2 day off of work.
(HOLY CRAP Jimi Hendrix is awesome. I’ve only discovered it 487589572 years after everyone else but that’s okay).
Anyway, I took 1/2 day off of work and slept until 10am. That felt good. Then I went to my counseling and then to work. My boss had sent me an urgent thingamabobber to send to some distribution lists that I needed to create. I took the liberty to edit the document before sending it. He said he appreciated that, although he barely glanced at it before I sent it. I know it was awesome, though. I need to be an editor or something.
So… work ended and I was looking forward to putting air in that dang tire and heading to Discount Tires to get it fixed or something. Well, the air hose at the ONLY DANG BP downtown was taken by this guy who was taking forever, and I’d told the guys at the place I’d be there by 4:30. I knew it wasn’t that far to the tire place, so I decided to chance it.
I had a nice blowout on the highway. I freaked out, pulled over to the side of the road, and called a couple of people. Christy agreed to come and get me and we’d figure out what to do from there. In the meantime, I’d gotten myself together and called Hyundai Roadside Assistance. While on the phone with them, a lieutenant pulled up and checked on me. He went to his car and called the Highway People to come and help me out. Hyundai dispatched someone for me, and then another cop came along and complimented me on how nicely I handled the flat and pulled over and such. Heh.
The Highway people were there in like 10 or 15 minutes and then Christy pulled up right after. The guy changed my flat, then he stopped traffic so Christy and I could merge onto the freeway. FOR FREE. How sweet is that??
So, I went to the tire store, and I’d already planned on getting 4 tires. The ones I wanted; they only had one of. The guy gave me the next step up for the price of the ones I wanted to buy. 🙂 How awesome is that! So now I have 4 brand new tires… NO MORE FILLING UP WITH AIR EVERY 2 DAYS.
So, that was my funnykindof story today.
Tami came to small group with good news–we have a new sister in Christ! YES! Awesome. Good good times. 😀
OH, but the bad thing is that I broke my McDonalds pact. 🙁 I was starving and that was within walking distance of the tire place.
IT WAS SO GOOD
Holy crap it was good. I INHALED that stuff. I hope I don’t get sick from it later….
Good night (for now)!
ETA: THIS IS FREAKIN’ COOL! CLICKY!
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Another One of those Bolding Surveys
I stole this one from yoimemily!
001. I miss somebody right now.
002. I watch more tv than I used to.
003. I love olives.
004. I love sleeping
005. I own a home.
006. I wear glasses or contact lenses.
007. I love to play video games.
008. I’ve done something illegal.
009. I’ve watched porn movies. – Something I am not proud of, and it was a long time ago.
010. I have been in a threesome.
011. I have been the psycho-ex in a past relationship. – Probably, according to DM.
012. I like my handwriting. – It’s okay.
013. I have acne-free skin.
014. I like and respect Al Sharpton.
015. I curse frequently.
016. I have changed a lot mentally over the last year.
017. I have a hobby.
018. I’ve been to another country.
019. I carry my knife/razor everywhere with me.
020. I’m really, really smart.
021. I’ve never broken anyone else’s bones.
022. I have a secret that I am ashamed to reveal.
023. I love rain.
024. I’m paranoid at times.
025. I would get plastic surgery if it were 100% safe, free of cost, and scar-free. – I’d have a flat stomach that is stretch-mark free.
026. I need money right now.
027. I love sushi.
028. I talk really, really fast sometimes.
029. I have fresh breath in the morning. – Don’t we all? 🙂
030. I have semi-long hair.
031. I have lost money in Las Vegas.
032. I have at least one brother and/or sister.
033. I was born in a country outside of the U.S.
034. I shave my legs.
035. I have a twin.
037. I couldn’t survive without Caller I.D.
038. I like the way that I look. – For the most part.
039. I have lied to a good friend in the past 6 months.
040. I know how to do cornrows.
041. I am usually pessimistic.
042. I have mood swings.
043. I think prostitution should be legalized.
044. I think Britney Spears is pretty.
045. I have cheated on a significant other.
046. I have a hidden talent.
047. I’m always hyper no matter how much sugar I have.
048. I’ve been sexually intimate with less FEWER than ten people.
049. I am currently single.
050. I have kissed someone of the same sex.
051. I enjoy talking on the phone.
052. I practically live in sweatpants or PJ pants.
053. I love to shop.
054. I would rather shop than eat.
055. I would classify myself as ghetto. – On occassion. 🙂
056. I’m bourgeoisie and have worn a sweater tied around my shoulders.
057. I’m obsessed with my LJ!
058. I don’t hate anyone.
059. I’m a pretty good dancer.
060. I don’t think Mike Tyson raped Desiree Washington.
061. I’m completely embarrassed to be seen with my mother.
062. I have a cell phone.
063. I watch MTV on a daily basis.
065. I have passed out drunk in the past 6 months.
067. I have never been in a real relationship before.
068. I’ve rejected someone before.
069. I currently have a crush on someone. – Oh, Brody! Haha.
070. I have no idea what I want to do for the rest of my life.
071. I want to have children in the future.
072. I have changed a diaper before.
073. I’ve had the cops called on me before.
074. I bite my nails. – When I’m really nervous or upset.
075. I am a member of the Tom Green fan club.
076. I’m not allergic to anything deadly.
077. I have a lot to learn.
078. I have dated someone at least 10 years older or younger.
079. I plan on seeing Ice Cube’s newest “Friday” movie.
080. I am very shy around the opposite sex.
081. I’m online 24/7, even as an away message.
082. I have at least 5 away messages saved.
083. I have been rejected by someone.
084. I have made a move on a friend’s significant other in the past.
085. I own the “SOUTH PARK” movie.
086. I have avoided work to play on LJ.
087. When I was a kid I played “the birds and the bees” with a neighbor or chum.
088. I enjoy country music.
089. I love my best friend.
090. I think that Pizza Hut has the best pizza.
091. I watch soap operas whenever I can.
092. I’m obsessive, anal retentive, and often a perfectionist.
093. I have used my sexuality to advance my career.
094. I love Michael Jackson, scandals and all.
095. I know all the words to Slick Rick’s “Children’s Story”.
096. Halloween is awesome because you get free candy.
097. I watch Spongebob Squarepants and I like it.
098. I have dated a close friend’s ex.
099. I’m happy as of this moment.
100. I have gone scuba diving.
101. I’ve had a crush on someone I’ve have never met. – Um, Brody?
102. I’ve kissed someone I knew I shouldn’t.
103. I play a musical instrument. – Sorta.
104. I strongly dislike math.
105. I’m procrastinating on something right now.
106. I own and use a library card.
107. I fall in “lust” more than in “love.”
108. Cheese enchiladas rock my socks.
109. I think The Lord of the Rings is one of the greatest things ever.
110. I’m obsessed with the tv show “The O.C.”
111. I am resentful that I have to grow up.
112. I am an entirely different person around different people.
113. I think the world would be a better place if people just smiled more often.
114. I think Ramen is one of the best foods in the whole world.
115. I am suffering of a broken heart.
116. I am a nerd.
117. No matter where I am or who I’m with, I always seem to be lonely.
118. I am left handed and proud of it.
119. I try not to change who I am for someone.
120. My heart resides below my feet.
121. I have had sex with someone I was not in a relationship with.
122. I enjoy smoothies.
123. I have had major surgery.
124. I have adopted a pet from the SPCA.
125. I am listening to Radiohead right now.
126. Some people call me by a nickname.
127. I once stole a music stand.
128. I like pumpkin pie.
129. I love NASCAR!
130. I own over 200 CDs.
131. I work 7 days a week. – Yes, I’m a mommy, remember?
132. I have mono.
132. I don’t have the ability to make decisions without changing my mind.
133. People tell me I have a horrible sense of humor.
134. I’m still in my PJs.
135. I’m looking for love in all the wrong places.
136. I have a tendency to fall for the wrong guys/girls, or have them fall for me, so I can’t help but reciprocate.
137. I’ll try anything three times.
138. Done drugs other than alcohol or cannabis.
139. I’m having trouble sleeping.
140. I am a cuddler.
141. I love John Waters films.
142. I have made a pornographic videotape
143. Sloth is my favorite deadly sin.
144. One of my boobs is bigger than the other.
145. I know all the words to the “Firefly” theme song.
146. I am abnormally obsessed with all things Buffy/Angel.
147. I love comfort food.
148. I’m a right-winged conservative Christian, and proud of it.
149. I’m Catholic.
150. I can walk a mile without feeling like Im going to die over.
151. I am a college student.
152. I love/like to cook.
153. I hate vacuuming with a passion.
154. I’m addicted to photography and picture frames.
155. I have performed in the Rocky Horror Picture show.
156. I generally get along with my parents.
157. I like Shakespeare.
158. I like to sing.
159. I’ll take the Pepsi Challenge any day, and STILL pick Coke!
160. I have things that I want to say to people, but I won’t/can’t because I don’t want to hurt/be hurt by them.
161. I’m not “mainstream” when it comes to religion.
162. I’ve counted down the days until the summer.
163. I’ve fulfilled someone’s dare at a party or gathering.
164. I love going to concerts.
165. I’m more of a cat person than a dog person.
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Have you been naughty or nice?
Had fun tonight at Game Night. I GOT TO SEE TINA!! 😀 And I got to see all of her model horses–they are sooo cool. I’m trying not to get too intrigued. The last thing I need is ANOTHER addiction/hobby/thing to spend money on.
I didn’t play much–only a couple of games of Uno Attack. I hung with Kelly P and Tina and Garth most of the night. Always fun, always good. Especially the “magnetic dressmeup David thingy.” Haha. And the shenanigans with Aidan. Kelly P is so fun! And Garth’s new name is Begonia.
I’m so excited that Tina is moving relatively close to me! 🙂
I think I ate too much junk food. I’m paying for it now. My tummy is NOT happy with me at all. 🙁
“Sucks Coffeeoffee House”
ETA: it’s actually “Sucks Coffeeompany.” Good thing Kelly P has a better memory than I.
I can’t believe it’s already almost one. Bugger. Work again, coming too soon.
I’m starting to really hate it there. 🙁 But I NEED the money.
I have so much homework to do. I have to read two chapters in the book the small group is going through: Searching For God Knows What. Then I was supposed to do an assignment for counseling which I haven’t done yet. Meep. And although MOST of the Christmas cards have gone out, I still have quite a few to finish. I actually need to buy another box! I have to go shopping, I have small group, I have to watch Aidan, chiro appointments. And email some folks.
YIKES!
And my stomach is pissed.
I’m so busy!!
Night!
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This week, our church is hosting it’s annual Christmas “whatchamacallit” (they actually say that) and the title is “but, God…” The two most beautiful words in the English language, right? Definitely a “devine but” (yes, they actually said that too). Usually, “but” followed by something means negativity. But in this case, it means something good came out of something sucky because of God.
Last week, I crashed big time. I don’t know if it was the higher dosage in the medication, or just circumstances, or maybe a combination of both. I crashed and I wanted it to be over. But God (heehee) showed me reasons why it’s not time yet. Firstly, there is Aidan. He gives me so much joy. I live to see that child smile. He’s special and precious and wonderful and amazing and funny as all bananas. Then there were my friends. The ones who took the time to email me, IM me, talk to me. The ones who were right there, praying for me, thinking of me, sending me hugs from thousands of miles away. The ones who tell me they need to hang out with me. Little Lucy, my kitty who cuddles with me every night and watches me type away on this laptop every night before I go to bed. How could I want to leave this?
God gives me gentle reminders of things I’ll miss out on if I were to leave this earth before He was ready. Little, silly things. Like Christmas. What’s in my stocking? I want to know! Aidan at age 5. That’s a biggie, but there it is. What new music will come out next year? What will happen next week on The O.C. Just little things to look forward to, little reasons to keep going. When I focus on those, I forget the overwhelming big picture and I stop freaking out so much.
So, that’s my “But God” story. For now, anyway. I’m interested to see this program. I’m not sure which show I will go to–there are plenty to choose from! 🙂 I’m looking forward to it. Good night.
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