State Motto: Alaska: 11,623 Eskimos Can't Be Wrong!
Music: Widespread Panic - Love Tractor
Found $10 in the bottom of my purse today when I was cleaning it out to transfer stuff to my new purse. Rawk. Also, the boss at work turned off the Christmas music for me that plays over the loud speakers 'cause he knows I hate it. It was weird to hear how silent our store actually is. Since no one shops there.
Work is trying to enforce the dress code a bit more. No more maroon shirts, they must be red, the color of our vests. What a load of crap. Maroon was fine before. I only have like, three shirts that are useable at work now because of this. I told my manager I would need a raise if they were going to do that. I don't think he took me seriously. "Land's End has some really nice polos in the spring time." Fuck that shit.
'Sides, I don't think I'll be working there much longer. I know I've said that before, but when I get back from TN in a week or so, I'm going to toddle on over to Wal*Mart and see what's goin' on over there. My sis says there's a "hiring freeze" after the holidays, which I can understand 'cause it's a slow time for retail, but I figure with the Super Wal*Mart in the makings, they could probably use some new employees soon.
Basically I'm sitting here waiting for an hour to roll by. What do I do to pass the time? I'm trying to come up with a list in my head of all the things I need to bring. That's usually not the best way for me to do things, but since I didn't write a list out beforehand, oh well. Guess if I need something that bad, I can get it in TN or the airport. I'm scared to fall asleep for any length of time, as I might not get back up. I took a 2 hour nap when I got home from work and then started packing for the trip 'cause I put that off 'til the last minute (as usual). That and I don't want to mess up my hair. I'll have plenty of opportunity to do that while sleeping upright in a chair that barely reclines on an airplane. Yeah.
I was trying to decide if Ben was going to come with me, but it turns out I really just don't have enough room for him. I'm sorry Ben! The luggage I bought just wasn't big enough for him. I shall miss you.
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Tuesday, December 28, 2004
One more day :D
State Motto: Alabama: Hell Yes, We Have Electricity
Music: Lipps Inc. - Funkytown
Well, less than 24 hours until I embark on my journey halfway across the country. Yay! Turns out I only have to work until 10pm, not 11pm. And starting in January, we shall only be open until 9pm. That makes me so happy :)
Also, I finally got a new internal piece to my cell phone so I can use my hands free thing again. I hate trying to talk on the phone and drive at the same time. So that's awesome. It was a spare part from an old phone of the same model as mine, and whoever had it before must've been deaf as all get out, 'cause the volume on that sucker was loud. I had to write down all my contacts in my cell phone from the old internal piece, and then transfer them into the new one once I got it back. Yikes. That took forever.
Seeing as my license plate purse is made of metal and blunt and has a few sharp edges, I don't think I'll be able to get it onto an airplane. So I had to go buy a new purse. Finding a new purse is hard enough. Finding one that you're only going to use for 8 days...somehow...even more difficult. Called the airport to find out if it would be okay yesterday. The first lady I talked to said, "I think you'd have a problem getting that onto an airplane," but then she transferred me to the head of security or something like that, and he said that he didn't think it would be a problem, but that it really just depended on the security guards on duty that day and what they thought. He also said I could put it on my luggage that goes under the plane. No thanks.
Also, cleaning my apartment is quite the task. I need to do a better job of keeping it clean for most of the time instead of just cleaning it once every month or whenever I have someone coming over (which is probably about once a month...).
Music: Lipps Inc. - Funkytown
Well, less than 24 hours until I embark on my journey halfway across the country. Yay! Turns out I only have to work until 10pm, not 11pm. And starting in January, we shall only be open until 9pm. That makes me so happy :)
Also, I finally got a new internal piece to my cell phone so I can use my hands free thing again. I hate trying to talk on the phone and drive at the same time. So that's awesome. It was a spare part from an old phone of the same model as mine, and whoever had it before must've been deaf as all get out, 'cause the volume on that sucker was loud. I had to write down all my contacts in my cell phone from the old internal piece, and then transfer them into the new one once I got it back. Yikes. That took forever.
Seeing as my license plate purse is made of metal and blunt and has a few sharp edges, I don't think I'll be able to get it onto an airplane. So I had to go buy a new purse. Finding a new purse is hard enough. Finding one that you're only going to use for 8 days...somehow...even more difficult. Called the airport to find out if it would be okay yesterday. The first lady I talked to said, "I think you'd have a problem getting that onto an airplane," but then she transferred me to the head of security or something like that, and he said that he didn't think it would be a problem, but that it really just depended on the security guards on duty that day and what they thought. He also said I could put it on my luggage that goes under the plane. No thanks.
Also, cleaning my apartment is quite the task. I need to do a better job of keeping it clean for most of the time instead of just cleaning it once every month or whenever I have someone coming over (which is probably about once a month...).
Monday, December 27, 2004
Lyrics
Music: Jalan Crossland - A Minstrel's Wage
I just liked this part of the song...thought it kinda fit me lol.
I just liked this part of the song...thought it kinda fit me lol.
Well I'm dreadfully lazy, independently poor
Sit on my ass 'til it's calloused and sore
And strum this guitar in spite of it all
Be it in passion or simply petulant gall
Maroon 5 - Sunday Morning
This song just makes me melt every time I hear it. I love, love, love it. Wes says it sounds like Jamiriquois, but I think he's on crack.
Sunday morning, rain is falling
Steal some covers, share some skin
Clouds are shrouding us in moments unforgettable
You twist to fit the mold that I am in
But things just get so crazy,
Living life gets hard to do
And I would gladly hit the road, get up and go if I knew
That someday it would lead me back to you
That someday it would lead me back to you
That may be all I need
In darkness she is all I see
Come and rest your bones with me
Driving slow on Sunday morning
And I never want to leave
Fingers trace your every outline
Paint a picture with my hands
Back and forth we sway like branches in a storm
Change the weather still together when it ends
That may be all I need
In darkness she is all I see
Come and rest your bones with me
Driving slow on Sunday morning
And I never want to leave
You may not know
That may be all I need
In darkness she is all I see
Oh, come and rest your bones with me
Driving slow, driving slow (all I need, all I see)
oh yeah yeah oh yeah yeah oh yeah yeah (bones with me)
I'm a flower in your hair
yeah yeah, yeah yeah Sunday, December 26, 2004
sad news
Music: The Judds - Love Can Build a Bridge
I just found out from an old high school friend of mine that someone I graduated with was in a pole vaulting accident back in September, and was paralyzed. He was a popular guy in school, a jock, and definitely could be a jerk...but no one deserves that. I was friends with his step sister during high school, so I kind of knew him through her. Kind of. And another tragedy in the family; his step-dad, my friend's dad, was t-boned in his car while on duty (he's a cop) and barely survived the crash. I believe this happened this month because at Christmas church service Friday night, a prayer was said for him, but I didn't find out what happened until tonight that had us praying for him.
I think they're both going to be okay, but I don't know many details about either incident, just what my friend told me. Just makes me realize how fortunate I am to have never been in any kind of accident with all the stupid-slash-dangerous things I do, including skydiving, climbing up steep rock faces with no gear, crossing the street with my head down, driving down the Interstate at 90+ mph, travelling halfway across the country on an airplane by myself (to meet someone I didn't know in person), and probably tons of other things. I'm not exactly the most careful person in the world. Kinda puts a damper on things, and will probably make me think a little more carefully about the things I do...y'know?
Anyway, I hate to be a downer, but that was just shocking news to me, even though none of you know who I'm talking about...
I just found out from an old high school friend of mine that someone I graduated with was in a pole vaulting accident back in September, and was paralyzed. He was a popular guy in school, a jock, and definitely could be a jerk...but no one deserves that. I was friends with his step sister during high school, so I kind of knew him through her. Kind of. And another tragedy in the family; his step-dad, my friend's dad, was t-boned in his car while on duty (he's a cop) and barely survived the crash. I believe this happened this month because at Christmas church service Friday night, a prayer was said for him, but I didn't find out what happened until tonight that had us praying for him.
I think they're both going to be okay, but I don't know many details about either incident, just what my friend told me. Just makes me realize how fortunate I am to have never been in any kind of accident with all the stupid-slash-dangerous things I do, including skydiving, climbing up steep rock faces with no gear, crossing the street with my head down, driving down the Interstate at 90+ mph, travelling halfway across the country on an airplane by myself (to meet someone I didn't know in person), and probably tons of other things. I'm not exactly the most careful person in the world. Kinda puts a damper on things, and will probably make me think a little more carefully about the things I do...y'know?
Anyway, I hate to be a downer, but that was just shocking news to me, even though none of you know who I'm talking about...
Saturday, December 25, 2004
tra la la la la
Doing some serious spacing out. Actually, I just wanted a halfway decent picture of my hair color...since it won't stay red for long. And damn...I'm really white.
Time for a NEW picture
Me and my guitar. Sorry for the poor quality of the picture, my zoom sucks. I need a new camera...If only I hadn't spent $200 on a guitar...Hmmmm
Happy holidays everyone!
Music:
Got home this afternoon for Christmas with the family. We had spaghetti (per my request), went to church, and opened presents when we got home. I know, I know, it's not Christmas yet. Well, it is NOW, but it wasn't when we opened presents, but we just felt like it. That way we can all sleep in Saturday morning. Yay.
From Mom, I got a vacuum cleaner, from Dad, a subwoofer and set of speakers for my laptop 'cause it has really crappy sound all by itself. Love it. Also from Dad, a tool kit because I desperately needed one when I first moved into the apartment, and I asked for something "practical" for Christmas, and that definitely fits the bill. From Sister, a foot tub thing with massagers, bubbles, and heat, plus a pedicure kit to go along with it. From Amy, an angel bear figurine.
I got Wes' CD in the mail yesterday. Hand addressed, my last name spelled wrong, and "Merry Christmas!" scrawled across the package. Made my day. I immediately opened the CD (for my boyfriend) and listened to it. Then I brought it home so my dad could burn a copy of it, which is exactly what I'm going to do when I get back to my apartment :). Wes knew what I was getting him and said that it would be okay if the present was already opened and used when he got it haha. Great. 'Cause I was going to do it, anyway.
Just wanted to wish everyone happy holidays, Merry Christmas, all that good junk :D
Got home this afternoon for Christmas with the family. We had spaghetti (per my request), went to church, and opened presents when we got home. I know, I know, it's not Christmas yet. Well, it is NOW, but it wasn't when we opened presents, but we just felt like it. That way we can all sleep in Saturday morning. Yay.
From Mom, I got a vacuum cleaner, from Dad, a subwoofer and set of speakers for my laptop 'cause it has really crappy sound all by itself. Love it. Also from Dad, a tool kit because I desperately needed one when I first moved into the apartment, and I asked for something "practical" for Christmas, and that definitely fits the bill. From Sister, a foot tub thing with massagers, bubbles, and heat, plus a pedicure kit to go along with it. From Amy, an angel bear figurine.
I got Wes' CD in the mail yesterday. Hand addressed, my last name spelled wrong, and "Merry Christmas!" scrawled across the package. Made my day. I immediately opened the CD (for my boyfriend) and listened to it. Then I brought it home so my dad could burn a copy of it, which is exactly what I'm going to do when I get back to my apartment :). Wes knew what I was getting him and said that it would be okay if the present was already opened and used when he got it haha. Great. 'Cause I was going to do it, anyway.
Just wanted to wish everyone happy holidays, Merry Christmas, all that good junk :D
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
more snow!
Music: Phantom Planet - California
Well, it looks like we're going to have a white Christmas after all. I know I've said that before, but this morning it was all sunny and looked like it might melt again. Turns out that we got a ton of snow tonight. Not as much as my friend Peat in Ohio got, but enough to make it slickery.
I had to go get the carts from out of the parking lot tonight a couple times in the snow. Good thing I brought my big coat and had and mittens and stuff...otherwise I would not have been very happy.
One of the managers at work makes me so mad. She's the one who got after me about my white shoes when one of her girls has PINK shoes. Neither of which are BLACK...and she doesn't get after HER girl. Anyway, tonight she came through my line to get dinner, and I was chewing on a caramel, and she goes "Are you eating up here??" like I wasn't supposed to be. Uhhh, EVERY time I talk to her she's always got a peice of hard candy stuck in her mouth, clackin' it around her teeth like my sister always does with her tongue ring. Grr. She makes me so mad sometimes.
Right now I'm watching the movie Spun with Jason Schwartzman (the drummer for Phantom Planet) in it...it's about methamphetamines and all the people who are involved...if you haven't seen it, it's kinda cool, but really fucked up.
Well, it looks like we're going to have a white Christmas after all. I know I've said that before, but this morning it was all sunny and looked like it might melt again. Turns out that we got a ton of snow tonight. Not as much as my friend Peat in Ohio got, but enough to make it slickery.
I had to go get the carts from out of the parking lot tonight a couple times in the snow. Good thing I brought my big coat and had and mittens and stuff...otherwise I would not have been very happy.
One of the managers at work makes me so mad. She's the one who got after me about my white shoes when one of her girls has PINK shoes. Neither of which are BLACK...and she doesn't get after HER girl. Anyway, tonight she came through my line to get dinner, and I was chewing on a caramel, and she goes "Are you eating up here??" like I wasn't supposed to be. Uhhh, EVERY time I talk to her she's always got a peice of hard candy stuck in her mouth, clackin' it around her teeth like my sister always does with her tongue ring. Grr. She makes me so mad sometimes.
Right now I'm watching the movie Spun with Jason Schwartzman (the drummer for Phantom Planet) in it...it's about methamphetamines and all the people who are involved...if you haven't seen it, it's kinda cool, but really fucked up.
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