Just a Bunch of Stuff

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Things I like:

Grey's Anatomy on the DVR
squirrels eating cheerios in my backyard
watches

Things I don't like:

white rice
that greasy grime on the kitchen stove
night sweats

Things I like:

stripes and polka dots
the keyboard on my blackberry
leather bracelets

Things I don't like:

long eyebrow hairs on men
mosquitoes
condensation on glasses (drinking)

Things I like:

the colon (the punctuation, not the body part)
exclamation points
sideburns

Things I don't like:

cooked celery
going to the dentist
know it alls

Things I like:

Beauty and the Beast (Disney, not CBS)
playing cards
puppy breath

Monday, April 9, 2012

Monday Randoms after Easter

I'm writing with a very full belly. Burp.

Easter was a bit of a pffffffft for me. We went to a friend's house. Taylor met up with us. She was there less than thirty seconds when a dog bit her in the hand. It was such a freak accident. It scared her, hurt her, and made her very self conscious. She left. I felt awful and tried to act like I didn't feel awful for the remainder of the day. {She's okay, just very sore.}

I made Jambalaya Saturday night. I used to make it all the time back in the day, but this is the first time in over ten years. It was still hot, spicy and made me sweat! SUCCESS.

I'm in pre-vacation mode. That means I'm making tons of lists, stressing about getting things done, and having pre-vacation panic. I do have a really nifty new suitcase. I think I'll recognize this puppy coming down the luggage ramp:

I miss my animals so much when I'm on vacation.

Steven and I celebrated our, "it's been 13 years since we met" anniversary yesterday. He bought me a lovely bottle of wine, and I bought him some readers with lights. He's thrilled by his gift. (seriously!)

I read today that Vivien Leigh was bi-polar. I had never heard that before.

We bought tickets to see Earth, Wind & Fire in June. That should take me back thirty years or so.

I did make some good deviled eggs for Easter. But, lordy be, I cannot boil them right so that they are easy to peel. I've tried so many methods, but still struggle with teeny tiny egg pieces. Any and all suggestions are appreciated. I've probably tried it, but maybe your way is the one that will finally work for me?

Best Easter Candy: Bubble gum that looks like eggs. They taste great for about 30 seconds and then become hard as a rock.

Best Easter Dress ever worn by Taylor:

LOVE the feet.

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Easter is Everywhere!

Signs of Easter are everywhere! Even in a fly swatter!

Wednesday, April 4, 2012

Mid Week Mute

Tuesday, April 3, 2012

Ode to a Nap

Oh Nap! How I loveth thee.
I love thy sleepy hour of bliss.

Oh! The dreams you induce.
Michael Jordan, french fries and puppies.

I loveth thee on a weekend.
I loveth thee on a Tuesday, or any day.

Nap, I can take you anywhere.
In the bed. In the car. On the couch.
Sometimes at work if I'm not careful.
Nod off. Nod off. Nod off.

Drool on the pillow...
Waking up disoriented.

I fight the evil scourge of not being able to sleep at night after a day with you.
I conquer.
I awake, only to nap again.

Oh Nap! How I loveth thee.

Monday, April 2, 2012

Ca-Jenna Festival

The folks here in Charleston are big on festivals. Just this past weekend, we had the Flowertown Festival, the Cooper River Bridge Run, and the Cajun Festival. These are all big players in the world of festivals, and all are highly attended and enjoyed.

We are not into arts and crafts, so scratch Flowertown.

Run? Yeah right.

So, the natural choice for us was the one that included food, beer and live music, which meant the Cajun Festival. Thanks to Jenna for organizing all of us, finding a place to plant our chairs, and answering any and all questions relating to the festival!

Here's some of the highlights of the day:

GORGEOUS 80 degree weather

kids with bubbles