Thursday, October 19th, 2006
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11:46 pm - Two months ago
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Although we are technically still 'newlyweds' it really doesn't feel that way. Living together before marriage isn't so great. The honeymoon is over when you start unpacking your bags and washing the luau stains from your clothes. And there isn't much joy in having to work later and later until you never see each other and when you do, one or both of you falls asleep.
current mood:  lonely
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Thursday, May 11th, 2006
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8:37 pm - Violet femme
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This is interesting because for about six months, back in 1996, I had purple-ish hair after trying to go red and choosing a shade that was too dark.
| Your Hair Should Be Purple | 
Intense, thoughtful, and unconventional.
You're always philosophizing and inspiring others with your insights. |
current mood:  nostalgic
current music: Nelly Furtado - Maneater
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Monday, May 1st, 2006
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12:50 pm - Engaging news
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I suppose now would be a good time to update this blog. It has been a long time! So, just announcing that as of March 11th...
current mood:  content
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Friday, October 7th, 2005
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1:13 pm - IMPORTANT
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Please take a few moments to sign this petition. It only takes a few moments and is really WORTH your time if you care about animals and people's pets in crisis situations.
I would certainly do everything possible to save my babies.
current mood:  tired
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Monday, September 19th, 2005
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2:05 pm - Today's craving
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Wednesday, September 14th, 2005
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4:12 pm - Spit or swallow
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The incident below took place just minutes ago at my place of employment:
A large gnat was flying around in the bathroom and I tried to swat it, but it got away. A minute later I was yawning and the darn thing few in my mouth. I coughed several times and spit but never saw it fly out. I panicked, thinking I had swallowed it, and kept coughing but finally I gave up. On my way out, there was a large gnat crawling on the floor.
It’s dead NOW.
(I’m still not sure the deceased wasn’t a second gnat, and I could have swallowed the first. Because I haven’t been able to stop coughing since returning to my desk.)
current mood:  bugged
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Monday, September 12th, 2005
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12:01 pm - Not exactly a newsflash
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You have completed the Presidential Popularity IAT.
The line immediately below summarizes the results of your task performance.
Your data suggest a strong automatic preference
for Richard Nixon compared to George W. Bush.
Test Your Hidden Biases
current mood: amused
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Friday, September 9th, 2005
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12:22 pm - Please
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Thursday, August 25th, 2005
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12:40 pm - Never thought I'd quote Hitler
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No, I don't support anything Hitler stood for. He was an evil man who did repulsive things. But I find it interesting how his words reflect a lot of what is going on in a certain administration in the U.S.
"How fortunate for leaders that men do not think."
Seriously, I do not see how a thinking person could have re-elected George W. Bush. It's one thing to elect him the first time, giving him a chance. But to re-elect him after the amount of shit he has dragged the United States through, the lies he has told us to justify this war, and his refusal to tell us when and how we are ever going to get out of Iraq even though the primary "goal" of the war was getting rid of weapons of mass destruction (which did not exist)... it is disturbing how many people passionately support him because they do not THINK.
"The broad masses of a population are more amenable to the appeal of rhetoric than to any other force."
Rhetoric is the only thing that ever comes out of George W. Bush's mouth. Bless the troops. Support the troops. God bless the troops. That's all fine and dandy, but to really support the troops, wouldn't it make sense to ensure they have the best armor possible? Wouldn't it make sense that their vehicles would be at least as safe as those being ridden by Halliburton? And I bet it would be just a little bit more supportive to let the troops come home when their time is served, and not extend it out and then make them go BACK after they come home for a year.
"The great masses of the people will more easily fall victims to a big lie than to a small one."
Is going to a war on false pretenses a big enough lie? Oh I'm sorry. That wasn't nearly as horrendous as Bill Clinton lying about his sex life.
"Who says I am not under the special protection of God?"
I guess this depends on which God you are talking about. If by "God," you mean big businesses - like fuel and credit card companies - who will always back you because you give them tax breaks and pass bills to increase their wealth at the expense of the other 99% of Americans, then yes I suppose you ARE under the special protection of "God."
My intent in posting this is not to offend or disrespect any member of society. I am angry about what's going on and have to express it. And I doubt it will get anyone to "think" because a lot of people just REFUSE to think because it might lead to a realization that the current leaders of this administration are concerned about their own power, not the country's well-being. That would be a hard thing to accept if they had voted for the current people in charge. So let them keep believing the lies, and feeding the system that is actually harming, rather than benefiting, them. Let the sheep follow.
God Bless America.
current mood:  irate
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11:46 am - Returned to grad school this week
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Not one, but TWO classes. And it takes me longer to drive to/from class than the classes themselves. And I've spent $50 on gas this week and only had one class so far.
Yes, I am insane.
current mood:  anxious
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Monday, August 15th, 2005
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10:32 pm - Not just cause I'm biased
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Is it me, or is Tyler extremely photogenic?
current mood: proud
current music: Massive Attack - What Your Soul Sings
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Friday, August 12th, 2005
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2:03 am - Dear Puggy
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Thoughts of you are vivid tonight. I saw a picture of you from the last time you visited my house - you were playing with Tyler's kong toy. After that weekend, I saw you a couple more times and then you had to go away. It has been two months since you left this realm, but you are still very much alive. Your fiesty attitude, and your sweetness, your soft velvety ears - I would give anything to snuggle you one more time, to laugh at you when you attack the tv because a dog is on the screen, to toss and turn in bed because you are snoring loudly or licking your feet, to see you running to the kitchen when the utensil drawer opens, and to see your tail curl into a little croissant when you are happy.
It's past time for bed now. Tyler is probably laying in bed snoozing. He sleeps next to me the way you once did, and yes I do love him. But wherever you are, know that you are a part of me always, and that no one can every replace you.
Night-night baby girl,
-your Nicki
current mood: blue
current music: Beth Gibbons & Rustin Man - Sand River
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Monday, August 1st, 2005
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1:39 pm - In stillness
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Inside of every human being are the laws and codes by which we should live. These laws and codes are communicated to us through a little voice. When we are still, this voice guides us.
- Don Coyhis (Mohican) -
Wellbriety Movement
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Thursday, July 28th, 2005
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6:30 pm - Decisions and Dire Consequences
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I have to decide about whether to go back to grad school by tomorrow. It’s the last chance I have to drop classes before payment is due. Last night I was feeling decent when I got home ... then sat on the bed with Tyler and thought about the idea of grad school. I pretty much went to sleep and stayed in bed the whole night and still didn’t want to get up this morning. I wonder what THAT means. ???
I probably will cut it down to just one class, instead of the two I am set to take. My boss’s wife is expecting twins very soon, and he said he’ll be making changes to his schedule for awhile and it will be an even busier fall than usual. My other attorney's case load is also picking up. I just cut back my therapy to once a month. It might be foolish to drive up to Boone two nights a week after being away so long. Even though it will be slower to do this one class at a time, maybe I am more likely to actually take the classes that way. So really it would be faster, as opposed to burning out and quitting again. I'm kind of scared I'll go all depressed and loony again. Isn't that a lovely thought?
Of course, if the work level this week is any indication of what fall is going to be like ... I'd be an idiot to add even one class! Hello, anyone seen my desk? It was here a couple days ago, but I can't seem to find it under these stacks of dictation and certified mail! And why am I still here at 6:30 p.m.?
current mood: discouraged
current music: Vacuum Cleaner (office custodian is here)
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Monday, July 25th, 2005
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5:12 pm - How long will I be wearing donuts on my ass?
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Apparently my desire for another donut was stronger than my desire to not look like a whale when Marc and I go see his parents this summer. Because I just had to have another donut.
I managed to stave off any further KKD attacks, but don’t think I didn’t keep going in the kitchen and staring wistfully at the box. I finally chose a cup of decaf chai tea with splenda instead.
Wish I had been strong enough to only have ONE, but ... shoulda coulda woulda! At least after this little setback, I didn't just dive in and eat half a dozen. So, this might even be considered a minor victory.
I'd probably be happy about that, if I wasn't in the midst of a sugar-induced daze.
current mood: lethargic
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10:22 am - The KKD Conspiracy
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My theory: Krispy Kreme and Weight Watchers are conspiring to be sure the other stays in business. Why else would someone make a donut so heavenly that people cannot turn it down? And one is never enough! As for the vice versa argument, I can recall vividly the time my mother's WW guide told her group about the free donut day at Krispy Kreme. She's probably not the first or the last one to do such a thing!
*sigh*
Can you tell someone brought Krispy Kreme into the office this morning? Fresh, glazed donuts. So far, I have only eaten one. But the temptation to go further is very intense.
current mood: hungry
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Friday, June 24th, 2005
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11:40 pm - Wings and things
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Thursday, June 23rd, 2005
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12:10 pm - Missing Miss Puggy
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Wednesday, June 8th, 2005
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9:57 pm - I won tonight's Redneck Trivia!
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This sticker and a whistle were my prize.
That's right - I won at Redneck Trivia.
And am fool enough to brag about it.
current mood:  shameless
current music: Kermit & Jimmy Buffet - Carribean Amphibian
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Friday, June 3rd, 2005
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8:44 am - It doesn't feel like June
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I have not felt like talking to almost anyone this week. Grumpy. That’s all. GRUMPY! Especially yesterday. Tyler was being a pain, it was raining, and I needed to eat. So just grumpy and lazy. All this non-stop rain is draggin’ my brain! Still raining today. And cold. Hello sun, are you there?
current mood: Baaaaahhh!
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Dammit I want donuts!
