Sunday, April 29, 2007

A Grad, Some Sand and 2 Great Videos

My beautiful Muss graduated yesterday from cooking school - or as I like to call it "Preparation For When Jen and Muss Live Together" school. I am so lucky - my best friend is a CHEF and we're going to reside under one roof in a frenzy of Little Britain and gourmet food with names I can't pronounce. Does life get any better than this?! I submit that it does not! So, I couldn't make it back for the graduation but felt like I was there cause I sent her a beautiful dress ... so at least I was kind of there.

Here's a link to her walking across the stage - she's so hot I could just spit:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jA5Lui5Tzc0

Today we went to the beach out at Greystones and had a fabulous time. Tasha and I stood at the water's edge and decided we would brave the frigid waters just to say we swam in the Irish Sea. Yeah. Never. Again. It was bloody freezing. Honestly, my body hurt from being so cold and the waves just took us out. We were standing there one moment laughing at how cold we were and the next moment we were being flung around like cheap rag dolls. The Irish Sea abused me. Quite literally. I now have a love/hate relationship with water so salty that it burned my retinas and permanently ingrained sand in my ass. Love ... but mostly hate.

Finally, I found this video quite by chance today and I am bursting with pride. I never talk to this boy and I missed his EP release but this video makes me feel like I was there. At least for one song. So check out the video and head on over to http://www.stephenjameslarsen.com/ to show some love for the biggest talent to ever hit Regina. That's right - EVER.

Go watch the movie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ6F1tS34KA

More than Proud,
Jen

Saturday, April 28, 2007

Saturday ... More Like "Scattered-Day!"

I know I'm lame. Absolutely no need to point it out. Today we were at the airport saying goodbye to a tearful friend. It was hard and I will so so so miss her. She seemed to bring a little bit of "home" to me. Seeing her go was hard, but seeing her so sad was harder. I guess all I can do is pray. My thoughts are scattered today and I'm sure they don't make any sense ... here's a story about today:

As we got on the bus, we met a 19yr old American from New Jersey. He was like a 40yr old teenager. We listened as he philosphised about life and his travels and it struck me just how hard he was trying. I can't imagine living like that - always exhausting yourself trying to sound intelligent or brooding. I used to live that way - not brooding or anything - but I used to live in fear that everyone would find me out. I guess I felt I was living this lie, pretending to be whoever "they" wanted and I was terrified that one day I would be too tired to act and they'd all see the real me. That day came and I don't think I've ever felt so relieved. They saw me, they reacted, they love me. I am so blessed with fabulous friends. I 'd never go back to that life now - I'm comfortable in my own skin. Almost too comfortable - people are insulted by my comfort. I think people resent me for it too - I've come across a couple girls (never guys ... hmmm) that make nasty comments about my self confidence or self worth - they write it off as pride. I write them off as jealous.

Anyways, just wanted to share my rambly thoughts with you guys today.

Miss you all immensely.

More than Scattered,
Jen

Friday, April 27, 2007

TGFTTT and The Catch-Up!



Ok ok ... so working at a place that doesn't let you update your blog sucks! But, I have the best job so no complaints here. Anyways. This past week has been mental and I've been sucked into a dimension that consists of exhaustion, annoyance and pizza. Lots of pizza. For some reason I ordered pizza like 4 times this week. Today we ordered it as more of an anestethic than anything (I can't explain now but I will later. However, I made a fairly big decision. I am going to try and write short stories about life - little anecdotes of craziness - and I think I may try to get them published. I don't know, I'm not taking any of this seriously but I recently received an email from the University of Toronto regarding a scholarship for creative writing. Basically they want to fly me to Toronto to interview for this scholarship. I don't want the scholarship - but it was an honour to even be considered for such a coveted award. I'm not interested in pursuing writing as an educational discipline - once I start taking classes it becomes like work. And I don't write because I want to be a writer - I write because it's a form of self-preservation.

Anyways.
Thank God For Three Things Tuesday (I know it's late...):
1) My new phone - it makes cute noises when you open it!
2) My dad - he's healthy and happy and we have a pretty good relationship. I am very lucky.
3) Muss - She's always around when I need her, she gets me without me having to try and she genuinely loves me. Again, I am so very lucky.

I left my purse on a Dublin Bus this past week and it got royally nicked. So I had to go out and buy a new cell phone and everything. I was so mad I cried. And I haven't been that mad in a long time. Aside from that I've just been so tired for no reason. I think I am running on empty right now - need to head out to England to re-fuel. Chris gets deployed next week and his regiment is under a pretty big threat due to high profile soldiers etc (I can't get into details obviously but just trust me). I'm worried about him but not as worried as my Mom - she must be wrecked.

That's really all that's going on at the moment - I think we're all tired and ready for our mini break to England at the end of May. I am delighted to have 4 days with Mom and hopefully some sun tanning in the back yard. I will post more when ... more happens.

More than Boring,
Jen

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Sunday, April 22, 2007

Dr. Seuss and Dr. Freud


Kiki recently bought a book from our childhood - and I'm sure it's from yours too. It's called "Oh, The Places You'll Go!" and it's of course, a Dr. Seuss book. Now, here's my issue. For some reason, Dr. Seuss wasn't a huge part of mine and Tina's childhood - we were more into Robert Munsch to be honest. So we delighted in "Mortimer - Be Quiet!" and "The Paper Bag Princess". Robert Munsch is a genius - he absolutely is. HOWEVER, the book entitled "A Promise Is A Promise" scared the life out of me. Seriously, I am listening to the audio version of it right now, and I've got chills. This is so twisted. How did other children not revolt when this book came out?! It's the book that haunts me in my dreams - I remember it so strongly. I understand that they used to tell little Inuit children to stay away from the ice cause they would get sucked under by a monster ... but the pictures ... they were so dark. I'm not going to retell the whole story right now but just trust me, it was terrifying.
Anyways, I had serious issues with the whole story though I'm sure any therapist (Freud included) would chalk it up to commitment issues or a need for rebellion - nothing a couple pills and some over priced couch time can't fix. So, I just wanted to share that little story with you. I know you don't care - but hey, if you're willingly reading this, you should know better by now.

More than Mental,
Jen

Saturday, April 21, 2007

The Shoes of Glory (SOG)


Well, I just took these shabby pictures of my new shoes for you guys. I am seriously chuffed about them. They are so pointy and sparkly - they are so not me. I can't walk in them yet as the heels are a bit too big, but I spend about 10 mins in them every day just teaching myself - so by the time I have some place nice to wear them, I should be good to go!! They go nicely with my DOF also - everything ties together beautifully. Anyways, now I just have to find a nice restaurant to wear the whole ensemble to. Wish me luck - and enjoy the shabby pics taken with the shoe perched on the top of the computer screen.

More than Pathetic To Assume You're This Interested,
Jen

Wednesday, April 18, 2007

The Dress of Fabulousness

So, the last 2 posts from "today" aren't actually from today. I couldn't blog at work because of the firewall so I just emailed blog entries to myself and copy and pasted them today. I swear, I am so dedicated to life in the blogosphere that it's terrifying. Anyways, here's the dress of fabulousness and other visual delights.


Me and Cameron!!!

I love Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Fudge Brownie ice
cream so Kiki bought me the mini lip gloss !!

Cutest. Picture. EVER.

That's right kids - we can't afford proper toys so c'mere and let Aunty Jen put a dirty pylon on your head!

This was the funniest game I've ever played.

Kiki, Tasha, Myself and "the team" which consisted of Joe and Jill. Love those guys.

Oh the Dress of Fabulousness

A clearer shot - it looks nicer ON me!

Me, Aaron, Jill and Kiki - he is so lovely.

The day I met Colin Farrell - you can't tell by the angle but he's sooo grabbing my rear.

Dylan and I - this was a really great night - he just kept telling me he loved me.

So that's all for now but if you check out the Jortosh Ireland Blog you will see more ministry pics!

More than Sweating,
Jen

BWAD and TGFTTT

Yes, I know that's a lot of acronyms for one title but bear with me - it may be madness but there is method in't. Today is the best day and the worst day all at the same time. Best day because my hair is clean and straight and smells nice AND I used kids detangler this morning (as usually brushing my hair right after I get out of the shower is like trying to tame a rabid jungle cat with q-tip) and it totally worked!! Pain and tear free - just like the delightful green bottle promises.

Anyways, today is also the worst day because I can't seem to get anything done!! I am christening today "Blatant Work Avoidance Day" or BWAD. I have a stack of work to do but I am essentially saying "Hey, I don't care about YOU! Westjet.com is much more interesting." Which, truthfully, it is.

Also, today is the much anticipated return of Thank God For Three Things Tuesday!! (For a delightful spin-off of this tradition visit Muss' blog and check out the post entitled What The Hell Wednesdays!) Here's the three things I am thankful for today:

1) My boss. She is a delightful person who laughs too hard at inappropriate things and displays genuine shock (and a little concern) at the fact that I keep coming in and donig my job every day. It's been a week and she can't believe I haven't quit by now. She makes this fun.

2) Muss. She texts me at like 2am (my time) and expects that I will call her back. And the best part is - if I wake up to that text, chances are I WILL call her back. I am so thankful that she is the one person who can spark such a reaction from me.

3) Starbucks. If I haven't mentioned it already - there is a subsidised Starbucks in the basement of our office. It's amazing - you just go down there and let Michael (the friendly and oddly un-creepy manager) make you a Grande Mocha complete with whipped cream (at no extra charge!). So you get service, subsidised S'bucks and a smile all of for €2.20. It doesn't get much better than that.

I know you're still waiting on the pictures of my beautiful dress but I haven't grabbed the c.d. from Tasha yet. I will try to do it tomorrow. I've got women's group tonight so I won't be uploading anything.

Anyways, Muss - I will try to call you tonight. If anyone else is reading this ... uh ... thanks.

More than Productive,
Jen

The New Job and Other Ramblings

So I've started my job at The Bank and it's great. I'm serious - this job is IDEAL for anyone who is as anti-social as I have been lately. It's stupid. I am repelled by most people/gatherings. I hate this "season" because I go through it every year and never seem to come out of it without having hurt someone I love. Well, I guess I will just have to plow through again this year and see what happens. We've had Joe and Jill with us for the past week and it was fabulous - I say WAS because they left today. It was nice to have 2 people we love so much within shouting distance for once. I admittedly didn't manage to emerge from my self-isolation long enough to spend much time with them (bummer, sorry lads) but I also have the convenient Work Excuse. See, Kiki and Tasha were able to take time off from work to spend with them whereas I didn't have that luxury. Now that I think about it, I really didn't spend much time with them at all. Ah man .. what a waste.

Aside from all that, I am breezing through my piles of work at a pace that impresses and worries me. If I get through this stuff too fast I will put myself out of a job. I am only on a 6 week assignment and from the way things are looking right now - I will be done within the next 2 weeks. Eeek! So, I bought a beautiful dress the other day. Honestly guys, it's breath taking. I saw it and I just KNEW. I shall now refer to it as the Dress of Fabulousness or DOF. It fits me perfectly and there was even a matching shawl (convenient for those of us that loathe and detest their arms). Now I am just looking for shoes. High Heels. BLACK. HIGH. HEELS. I know, normally the world would crumble before I would ever wear a girly dress and heels at the same time but take cover my friends because the time is nigh! I don't have any special occasions coming up to wear the DOF and heels to - but maybe the girls and I will get all dressed up and hit the town in Greece or something. I just thought it was about time that I bought myself something pretty and feminine. I will be posting pictures of the DOF and it's besotted owner some time this week so keep your eyes peeled. It's bound to be fabulous.

I should dash as I am at work and posting this long blog entry from my work email. Ah yes, making good use of company time and resources. AS USUAL. Speaking of "dash" - here's a little "did you know?" for the road. We call Pepsi from the tap "fountain pop" in Canada but here it's called DASH. Isn't that crazy?? "No ma'am, we don't have bottles of Pepsi but can I get you some "dash" Pepsi?" Why yes you can adorable Polish waitress. Yes. You. Can.More than Besotted, (great word eh Muss??) Jen

Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Blindsided and Angry (Oh, and TGFTTT)

BLAH. Today started out SO WELL. I got offered that job at the Bank this morning so that was great but now the company that I'm at seems to be making a sport out of screwing me over (excuse the expression - I'm a little angry). My last day was supposed to be Friday, but they emailed me at the end of business on Friday and said "Oh yeah, make sure you come in on Tuesday to discuss your contract etc cause we were supposed to give you 4 weeks notice and didn't" So I'm thinking SWEET! They'll pay me out! But I got in today and they advised that no, they expect me to work for the next 2 weeks during their billing period. When I told them I can't because my new job starts tomorrow, (which they don't believe) they said "Well then I guess you quit, in which case we don't pay you out your holidays or for the 4 weeks notice we didn't give you" So, in essence, they are forcing me to quit because I can't work here for the next 2 weeks. The part that really burns me? They KNEW I had this interview this morning. On Friday they KNEW that I was trying to get a job this week and they still decided not to tell me that they expect me to be here for the next 2 weeks. So, now that I'm not giving THEM 4 weeks notice, I'm not entitled to severance or any kind of compensation. This is a mess.

Anyways, here's 3 Things I'm Thankful For This Tuesday:

1) My new job - even if I never get this mess sorted out, my new job looks lovely and mindless which is just what I wanted.

2) My iPod - it causes me to walk into things and mishear people (or not hear them at all) but it has brought an awful lot of joy to my life as of late. I like being able to tune out Dublin's noisy streets and just focus on my music.

3) Kiki - she is so outraged at this whole work mess that it's funny. I like how defensive she is of me.

So that's all for now. I will update again soon on how this whole gong show plays out.

More than Frustrated,
Jen

Thursday, April 05, 2007

Well I Didn't See THAT Coming!

** That picture is of a painting called "Wednesday Morning" - I am determined to always make things fit **
So, yesterday I woke up and thought "Hmm, today feels weird. I hope I don't lose my job ..." and then I brushed it off and continued on with my day. Then, at around 3pm, my boss calls me into a meeting with her and the owner of the company. Uh oh. I had 10 minutes until the meeting started so I frantically emailed Kiki. This was our conversation (and YES, I actually copy and pasted all these emails into my blog for public viewing):

Jen: I just got called into a meeting with the bosses. I think I'm going to get fired. I'm so scared .. so scared ... oh my gosh ...

Kiki: Jen I am sure its not what you think-- maybe its just to talk about the retention program you started or something..... I am sure it will be fine.

Jen: I dunno man, I'm always getting in trouble lately.

Kiki: Jen, they still have PONCER WORKING THERE!! you won't get fired!

Jen: I guess ...

** 20 minutes later this exact email was sent **

Jen: well you were wrong. we've been taken over by another company and i've lost my job. i'm happy though - i seriously promise that i am not upset. my last day will be friday.

Kiki: WHAT? OH MY GOD...

Jen: yeah. didn't see that one coming.

And ... SCENE. Yes, wasn't that an epic retelling of real events? So, just to build on the whole thing - No, I'm not upset. I didn't want this job in the first place - I just loved the people and the money! And, I've been thinking of leaving for a while but I promised God I would stick it out until He released me. So I guess He has! Thanks Lord. An email would have been more than sufficient.

My boss cried the whole time we were talking about it and reminded me that it had nothing to do with my work ethic, that I'm a "star" and she will give me an amazing reference etc. So today, I sent my CV to a couple agencies and I already have a job lined up for next week!


What sucks: I have holidays booked for later this year that I only booked because I would have been getting paid for them ... I haven't been here long enough to get paid out for my vacation time either. Awesome.

What rocks: No more commuting an hour each day, no more call center! Also, temping is what I wanted to do in the first place and now I get to again - so I get paid weekly and don't have to stick around any ONE place. And lastly, I no longer have to worry about only taking 3 weeks of vacation! I can go on tons of trips if I have the money! Woo hoo!!

There's always a silver lining folks. Always.

More than Optimistic,
Jen

Wednesday, April 04, 2007

Free Hugs

Now, you'd never get away with this here in Ireland, but I think this is a great video. I actually cried while watching it (but that could be because it's an overly emotional time of the month for me ...). So be patient and watch all the way to the end when hugs get banned and they launch a petition looking for 10,000 signatures to reinstate hugs! Trust me, it's good.

Just What I Like To See

Now that I've figured out how to add videos to my blog, we're all in for a lot of fun. But I promise to try and add only videos that are at least somewhat amusing or interesting. So in other words, if it's on here, it's worth a look. Like this fabulous video:

Alanis covers "My Humps"

I just don't know what to say ... I've never seen anything like it in my life ...

Tuesday, April 03, 2007

Thank God For 3 Things Tuesday!


Welcome to the second edition of TGFTTT. I have to make this quick because I only have 15 minutes and I'm sure I will spend 14 of those minutes looking for pictures to SPICE UP my post! Here we go ...

1) The "title bar" on my blog. I lost it for like 4 months and all of a sudden it just appeared back on my posts!! I know you guys don't care cause the formatting looks pretty much identical but still - it rocked my world.

2) Muss. I talked to her for like ... an hour and a half this morning and it was a really great way to start my day. I awoke with a clear head at exactly 5am HOLDING MY CELL PHONE. I don't know why cause I know I didn't fall asleep holding it. So anyways, we talked and it was great and I am so excited to live with her some day soon.

3) TAX SEASON - everybody say it with me now .... CHA CHING!! And because my sister is lovely and treasured, she has already gone and had my taxes done so I already know that I am due a tasty refund in a couple weeks!! Woo hoo!!

I talked to my Mum, my Dad, my Sister and beautiful Sharon last night. It was an emotional evening as Mum and I had a heart to heart and I went to bed with closure that I have been needing for a long time. It was awesome.

Anyways, that's about all for now - I have to go hunt for somewhat relevant pictures for this post.

More than Stoked,
Jen

Monday, April 02, 2007

And Now Something To Lighten The Mood ...

Sorry if I depressed everyone with that last post. I am only now getting over the initial shock (and I read that article 2 hours ago!) So, I figured I would post something to make you smile. Here you go:

Now, if that doesn't make you smile I'm afraid to tell you - you don't have a soul.
More than Grinning,
Jen

** Disclaimer: I in no way agree with the views expressed in the photos or news article below, nor do I support the spread of it's lies via blog, email or other sources. I am posting the following information for special interest purposes only. I am in no way affiliated with the site www.godhatesfags.com or any of its supporters **

I haven't been this disturbed or sad in a very long time. The people in my office were discussing a documentary on BBC2 last night and they involved me in the conversation because I am Christian. I will post the following article for you to make up your own minds... I think it is atrocious, disgusting and certainly not approved by God. Please join me in praying for the people who believe these lies, the families that have been hurt by them, and the anger that I know is surrounding this controversy.

God's squad

They picket the funerals of dead soldiers, hate homosexuals and lament an America sliding in to the moral abyss. Louis Theroux meets the Phelps - the most hated family in America

In the annals of strange religious groups, the Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kansas, occupies a place of some distinction. Just 71 strong, its congregants made their name in the mid-90s by picketing gay pride rallies and the funerals of Aids sufferers, waving placards of unbelievable insensitivity ("Fags Eat Poop", "God Hates You"). More recently, they've ratcheted up their ministry of hate by taking the pickets to the funerals of soldiers killed in Iraq and Afghanistan ("Fag Military", "Thank God For Dead Soldiers").

Note these aren't gay dead soldiers (which, while no less hateful, would at least have a scintilla of logic). Any soldier's funeral will do. Their reasoning is that America is so depraved anyone who fights under her flag is a "fag enabler", and thus, an enemy of God.
The Phelps family consider these practises the true definition of Christian love, proving that what they lack in compassion they more than make up for in creative exegesis. For three weeks, I lived with the Phelps, attempting to get to know the people responsible for such a poisonous ministry. The pastor of the church, and the originator of the picketing concept, is Fred Phelps. He's also the patriarch of the family. But Gramps (as he's known in the family) is getting on in years, and these days it's his daughter Shirley who does most of the organising and the media appearances.

Shirley is in her 40s, a lawyer and mother of 11 children, and she has a kind of genius for religious invective. Several times I was on the receiving end of one of her biblical smackdowns, in which she heaped scriptural opprobrium on my head, then provided a graphic account of what it would be like for me to burn in hell for all eternity. It was a little like being waterboarded by John the Baptist.
Naturally part of my regimen was joining the Phelps on their pickets. These take place several times daily. As well as soldier's funerals, they also target local churches, civic buildings, visiting dignitaries, concerts by pop bands... In fact, there's almost nothing that the Phelps can't construe as part of the general climate of iniquity, and therefore a legitimate target. One weekly picket targets a hardware store that sells Swedish vacuum cleaners.

Apparently, Swedish authorities imprisoned a local pastor for preaching against homosexuality, thereby making the whole nation a target. For the newcomer, these pickets are bizarre not simply because of the outrageousness of the signs, but also because of how they clash with the banality of the family's interaction. For the Phelps, it's another day at the office - there's a watercooler ambience of relaxed chit-chat. Meanwhile, everyone - even the youngest children - carries placards saying "Thank God For 9/11" and "Your Pastor Is A Whore".

And yet, away from the pickets, they were - much of the time - very, very normal. Not just normal, but intelligent and urbane. They're not hillbillies, they're urban professionals - several work as lawyers in Topeka. The young members look like kids you'd run into at the mall. Weird Christian women are supposed to have sallow skin and dress in headdresses, but the Phelps girls were all-American, with long hair and good teeth. They listened to indie bands like the Killers and the Kooks and could banter humorously on non-biblical subjects. If anything, the hostility they've created seems to have forced them closer together, and, among themselves at least, they're a warm, loving family (which explains why the younger members don't all flee the minute they can afford a bus ticket).

As for Gramps, I had two interviews with the man. In my first encounter, I asked him how many children he had. For some reason he took exception to this, which set the tone for the second encounter. This took place in church one Sunday at the end of one of his sermons, preached on the subject of America's coming tribulations. "You're going to eat your babies!" he bellowed. Gramps still had the remnant of a folksy, plain-spoken charm, but the dominant note in his personality was a bitter contempt for humanity in general and me specifically. In an effort to keep the conversation going, I trotted out some bible quotes I'd memorised the night before. The interview was over in about five minutes. It seemed I was a hell-bound sinner. At least I was in good company.

Did I make any headway? A little, with the girls. In challenging circumstances, I console myself with the thought, expressed by Friedrich Nietzsche, that "Even when you lie, you nevertheless tell the truth with the shape your mouth makes when you are doing so." Being young and hopped up on hormones, the junior Phelps couldn't help telling a story with the shape of their mouths. One girl appeared to short-circuit when pressed on the subject of boyfriends, and later expressed angry bafflement that the Phelps' "caring" ministrations were so little appreciated by the locals. Even Shirley showed signs of empathy on the way to a soldier's funeral, though she quickly stifled them with a flight of bible talk.

I found a lot to like about the Phelps. They have a strong family unit, and Gramps aside, they were open and hospitable. It was fascinating to see the power of a family to create its own bizarre ideology and pass it down through the generations. But I guess I'll be seeing you all in hell.
· Louis Theroux: The Most Hated Family In America, 9pm, BBC2, Sun
Remember Me? Monday

That's it?! The weekend was like 2 minutes long! I'm back at work and clearly enjoying myself. I got two great emails today! One was from a girl I knew in Highschool whom I completely adored - she wanted to know what I was up to etc. It was cute - I'm glad she's doing well. And the other was from my friend Hilary!!! She's all married and stuff now!! My goodness. She's living in Korea with her HUSBAND. Man, I think it's been ... like 6 years?? Maybe more? Anyways, she's lovely and so funny and I've never forgotten her - I was thinking about her last week and now she emailed me - I must be just a little psychic. I am going to use my newfound powers to play the ponies tonight. Look out world!
Anyways, welcome back to my life Hilary and girl from highschool! Here's a tribute to you Hil:


The crazy French guys next door had a huge party on Saturday night and Kiki had to storm outside at half 4am to stop them from playing "trash can drums". Apparently she hurtled out of bed, threw on her shoes, flung open the door and just stared until they slinked back inside. Atta girl Keek, I've taught you well. Early morning rage seems to be an all too common occurence around our place. Usually I am the one terrifying the neighbours. It was nice to have a break.

There's not a lot to say as it's only Monday and nothing great has happened to me yet. I am looking for a fancy outfit to wear in case I ever have to go to a wedding or something. Dublin is totally the place to get nice clothes cause they're relatively cheap and most have that sophisticated European look. Anyways, this is what I want - except with black pants. I think it's just gorgeous but I can't be trusted with anything white, so I immediately opted for the black pants. And, of course, I hate my arms so I will be wearing some form of black sweater or shawl or something with it. Yeah, like I will ever have an excuse to buy this outfit. Muss and I are confirmed bachelor-ettes for the rest of our days and Kiki is never allowed to get married. Looks like Tina is my best bet but she hangs out with me too much - I scare all the guys away with my intimidating protective vibe (I so wish I was as scary as I claim to be).

Anyhoo, that's about all I have for today. I know like 3 people read my blog and I just feel the need to apologize to you. I never have anything good to say on Mondays ... ever. But maybe tonight on the way home I'll get mugged or run over or something. And then LOOK OUT! I will inform the HECK out of you.

More than Uninteresting,
Jen