Friday, August 10, 2012

My best friend got married

My best friend got married......

and i cried. and looked like a man. emotional is just not a good look for me.

I love it when couples look good together. You know, when they look alike -- like they could be related. Maybe that's the west virginia in me coming out.

I couldn't be happier for her. And I cant wait to get married myself one day so I can spend the next week at a swim up bar in a third world country.

but, not to make it all about me...

The bride was beautiful, the venue was perfect, and the music was spot on. The food --- ooh the food. Dinkie slaughtered a 200 lb pig, it looked like, and made BBQ so good that I didn't even care I was drinking Bud Light. Love a good wedding.

I hate to be cheesy, but it was so sweet seeing Anthony look at Kimmy during the ceremony. Like she was the only person in the world. Amanda noticed the same thing and it reminded me that I thought the same thing about Jared 2 years ago at their wedding. Aw guys, I feel sappy now. Love you guys, mean it!


Thursday, June 21, 2012

13 Things on a Thursday

I have a neurotic fear that if I don’t eat enough vegetables my immune system will self destruct, I’ll get cancer, or Kristen Stewart will land more acting jobs.

I find random cursing unattractive and yet find myself sounding like a sailor as of the last ~year. Bad mouths rubbing off on me. Working on that one.

Children are the best therapy.

Everyone knows that if a guy can play an instrument it takes him, while doing so, to a whole different level of attractiveness…. but men playing with/holding children (who aren’t their own) who clearly adore them? Take me home with you.

When something happens that makes me want to scream or jump and shout and I’m in a position that I can’t show emotion ….there’s a marching band happening inside my head.

I’m having my wisdom teeth removed. I could have had them removed  when I was younger and still on my parents insurance. Instead, after having 4 permanent teeth pulled to make room for them, enduring the pain of them actually coming in, no longer being a child and on my parents insurance, and living 6 hours from my mother who would otherwise cater to me, I’m now electing to have them removed. Hindsight’s 20/20.

Teeth are the second thing I notice about people. I like flossing and still rock my retainer.

Can anyone tell me when the Arrested Development movie is happening? I have big plans to review the seasons before to ensure being disappointed when the film doesn’t meet my expectations

Michael: Could it be love?
Gob: I know what an erection feels like, Michael. No, it's the opposite - it's like my heart is getting hard. 

            ……seriously, this film is going to suck in comparison

I excel at putting my foot in my mouth. Example: I comment on a swim suit top that I think is unflattering, my friend takes her cover up off and is wearing that exact top … Another example: audiology student asking for a female’s view point; Student: “ok, you’ve been in a long term relationship, what if he’d given you a promise ring….” Me, interrupting: “I’d vomit” Student: “well what if you forced it on him…” Me: “wait is this you….” Frustrated Student, hands flailing: “yes.. gosh.. darn it,  let me explain!”

My inner left calf has been about to explode for the last ~2 weeks. It doesn’t hurt when I’m actually running, but I’m usually dragging my left leg behind me an hour later. I stretch it and stretch it exactly like the google image for “inner calf stretch” and still…nothing. Thanks in advance to anyone who can advise me on this.

I’m going to be living out of a suitcase in July. Destinations include Roanoke, Portland and Charleston.  Suggestions on what I should not miss out on in Portland are encouraged. So much good music comes out of that city that I can’t imagine not being able to find a small venue with some tunes, but I don’t know where to start and Google is failing me.

“Would you believe I’m the 34th grandchild of King Edward the 1st Longshanks?” ß I love it when patient interactions start this way. Can’t make this stuff up.

I don’t like it when gay people are semi out of the closet. Case in point: guy acquaintance and his ‘friend’ live together in a 1 bedroom. They refer to each other as friends. They don’t touch or get too close when others are around. They go as far as to have 2 beds in their bedroom. They know I couldn’t care less about someone’s sexuality [unless it’s a 26-32 year old active/outdoorsy man over 6’ tall without an ex wife or children who is simultaneously fun to be around and look at….step off] – so I just want to say “You have collages of yourselves on vacation! You have a cat! You’re not fooling me!” Just embrace each other. If it bothered me or someone else, then we’re not worth hiding it for.

Listening to: Decemberists

Monday, June 18, 2012

ATL

This happened…..
Braves won

Tailgating. Burnt wieners, doritos and ‘sports toss’ – enough said 
White people danced...what the what?

Poland lost

Sombrero was stolen
Bottomless breakfast. $7 for one bloody mary or $15 for bottomless; you do the math. Fred’s no dummy.
 We were tourists
We’re still searching for an ATL man fitting this description

 This song was played. On repeat.


Not pictured… the cat who bit me, the best breakfast in the world (biscuit with fried chicken, egg, and gravy) from republic social house, ikea and much more.
Reasons I’m ok with not living in a big city (#lyingtomyself)
I don’t need BP meds to drive.
I can afford to live by myself.
Top shelf drinks in Augusta cost the same as bottom shelf in ATL.
We have a baseball team. It’s not the Braves, but any thirsty thursday at a greenjackets game ain’t bad.

 All of that said….. the first (or third) thing I did when I got home was look for jobs. Anyone hiring let a girl know. I specialize in hearing and balance, but am also open to cleaning houses if the city’s right.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

A post with a recipe - sort of

I just ate the best salad ever. Or maybe I just love the dressing:

Spinach
Chicken
Tomato
Red onion
Red pepper
Avacoda
Sliced almonds
Goat cheese
Strawberry vinaigrette dressing (in food processor: one teaspoon sugar, few basil leaves, cup of strawberries, one table spoon extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar)

Still loving my go-to salad:

Spinach/kale
Grilled salmon or chicken, blackened
Black beans
Corn
Tomato
Red pepper
Avocado
Onion
Balsamic dressing

End of season 3 of Mad Men has broken my spirit. Damn you Bets, forgive that
cheating bastard. What bothers me more is that I just want Don to be happy and am pissed at Bets. That’s some good script writing right there.

If  you’re looking for me anytime soon please find me either crying at my best friend’s wedding, throwing my belongings in the trash instead of moving them, or in one of the following cities: Augusta, Atlanta, Bedford, Charleston, Savannah, Portland, or Bristol. Look for the girl with the frizzy hair at the bar.

In the spirit of the concert I'm most anticipating, music you should listen to: Mumford and Sons. 'Little Lion Boy' and 'Cave' are probably the most popular. 'Awake My Soul' and 'Feel the Tide' are super. Also know that I tried to attach links to those songs and failed.


Friday, May 18, 2012

The 540


I was in VA for 11 days and left with 3 pictures, 5 extra lbs, 2 bruises and homesickness to prove it. I get a false sense of awesomeness when I visit because everyone drops what they’re doing to accommodate me and somehow we still don’t see enough of each other.

Some of my favorite family members came in from the hills of West Virginia. Mom made me the best carrot, pineapple, and coconut birthday cake and had my favorite biscuits on standby. My brother and I made my mom the most horrendous Mother’s day gift, which displayed our lack of artistic ability better than anything else to this date. I saw my best friend in her soon to be wedding gown. Dad DVR’d Anderson Cooper for me all week. My friends had a gathering where I discovered the wine that may make me start drinking my breakfast. I remembered what it’s like to run hills. A cousin shared something with me that I will keep safe. I made my own basil hummus which I’ve since been using as if it’s peanut butter. I missed my Georgia people. Cinco de Mayo was celebrated the way it was meant to be.  A boy who stood over 6 ft tall with justin timberlake-ish hair and dimples complimented me all night. A perfect day flew by with my aunt and cousin. I saw my favorite red-head. I transported a flatulent cat 150 miles.

If I had my own camera (which I keep saying I’m going to look into, but never do the research – someone get on that for me?), I would show you beautiful pictures of the landscapes and mountains that are VA that look like paintings.  The mountains! You’ll just have to take my word that the views from all over Bedford Co. are amazing. Some pictures my friends took instead: 




Tuesday, April 17, 2012

10 Things Tuesday

The movie ‘breaking upwards’ broke my heart. 

“GOOD NEWS!” in big, capital letters at the top of my yearly STD test results make me wonder what header they use when delivering bad news. “BAD NEWS!”? Surely not. 

In the same vein, it should be mandatory for Dr’s to come in grinning when they’re delivering same-day HIV results. I wasn’t worried until you came in not smiling. 

Nothing is sexier than a man who loves Jesus. Oh what's that? You want to pray before we eat? Marry me.

The Masters is like Disneyworld for adults, but better. You heard it here, from someone who doesn’t even like golf. Never in my life thought I’d be complaining “They’re already on 18?!” I never wanted OT to end. Phil winked at me on hole 12 (ok, he didn’t, but I winked at him and was hoping). 

No one thinks they have anything until they move.

There is such a thing as “giant jenga” and it’s worth your time. Pairs well with a day of cornhole.

The size of insects/rodents is directly proportional to the distance traveled south-bound

Topanga Lawrence > Kelly Kapowski. Both are attractive, both get the guy, but Topanga is intelligent, loyal, and never dated her manager. Am I the only who hasn’t forgotten when Kelly dumped Zach for Jeff? 

Love this song , but always feel sorry for Josie. Great cover.  

Sunday, March 4, 2012

When I'm Not Blogging...

Earlier this week I…

Missed my mom more than usual because she visited last week. It was a wonderful visit, even if my dog does like her more than the person who vaccinates and feeds him. I can’t blame him. That woman is an angel. 

Went outlet shopping. “This dress is ONLY $59.99?!; they’re giving away these pants at half the original price!” Marketing schemes. I’ve been brainwashed. 

Had the wind knocked out of me by my dog, who came at me like a bull in a china shop. 2.5 years in and I’m just learning he’s terrified of thunder. I gasped for air while contemplating getting rid of him, but decided against it when I remembered how many new people he’s led me to (pun intended).

Bought 2 bathing suits. I’m not the girl who buys bathing suits in February, don’t know what happened there. Still trying to figure out why such little material costs more than most full-bodied outfits. 

Started back at crossfit after more than a week off.  On Mon the heaviest thing I’d lifted in 7 days were shopping bags. Been paying the piper ever since. Tuesday AM I couldn’t lift my arms above my head and I’m confident I was bleeding internally when I left the gym Wednesday. I hate feeling so weak. Oh well, it is what it is and I’m back to normal excruciating levels of muscle pain now, thank you Jesus.  

Went to a women’s bible study with some amazing people I’ve met through a young adult class I’ve been going to at church. I love that class and the girls who go to bible study, but, being completely honest, I don't know my bible well, so I was hesitant. I’m glad I went. Started a good lesson, always a good time with those girls, and no one called on me. Win-win. 

Attended a 6am meeting centered around sexual harassment. Began by introducing ourselves. Too many (30) minutes later I was irate that I could have showed up late and not missed anything other than head counting the number of people in the room I’d like to sexually harass (a pitiful 2) while they introduced themselves. Talk about counter-productive.  

Switched up girls night from dining out to the apartment. Good conversation kept us up until 1 am the night before said 6 am meeting. Could have gone on for hours or until the beer ran out anyway, but I freaked out seeing I was going to have 4 hours of sleep. Good times.

Finally got Blue Moon’s spring seasonal. Not surprising, it’s awesome. Hardest decision I’ve been making lately is if I want that or Sam Adam’s Dig. First world problem, anyone?

Held a newborn who slept the whole time and looked like an angel. She cradled perfectly into the nook of my arm and gave me baby fever. It’s very important that her mother call me to come back over when she’s crying/spitting up/shitting her pants so I can get over it.

Started another David Sedaris book, probably his most popular one, 'Naked'. His books are quick and make me snort while I laugh out loud.  If you listen to NPR you have probably heard some of his stories. 

Celebrated National Peanut Butter Lover’s day (march 1) by doing what I do every day – eating an absurd amount of it. 

Finished my taxes. They should hand out little blue pills with W2s. Even though I already knew the gov’t takes a solid 1/3 of my check, seeing that big lump sum of what could’ve been set me back emotionally. Oh, gross pay, if only, if only… 

Made cookies. I’ve been on a baking hiatus. Short of other people’s birthdays I haven’t been the little baker I once was. I had a sleeve of biscoff cookies and found this recipe. They were amazing. I really wanted to make myself sick off of them for old times’ sake, but unfortunately they were already promised to someone else.


Playing now: Ragged Wood - Fleet Foxes