Bedbugs, Cancers, and Listening to Fans
My darling, wonderful brother had a rash all over his body a few months ago. This is only notable because he hates taking pills. The dork actually chewed penicillin as a kid, and to take an aspirin, my mom would soften it and then cover it in chocolate (I loved that). We chatted on the [...]
Lessons from the Rockies
Pine beetles have turned the verdant mountain sides into a blanket of green corrupted by spotty copper. Each copper speck on the mountain, each strangely beautiful red smear is a dead tree. And like a plague (which is really what these fuckers are) the beetle spreads from infected tree to the healthy ones surrounding it. [...]
Burpdays and Expectations
I had a brilliant birthday. I did exactly what I wanted – very little. David and I went to my favorite restaurant. I tested out my new lenses for my camera (I am a picture-taker, not a photographer…. just sayin’) and we found a charming little wine bar called Alu on MLK, which means it [...]
Facebook and old friends
I love social media. Why? Because you discover new and interesting people who have unique perspectives to share. It makes me feel more connected to my community. Also, since we still don’t have cable (Comcast can shove their overpriced services where the sun don’t shine), I get my news from the various twitter feeds of [...]
Updates and Whatnots
Things to discuss: Full Manuscript request, loss of other domain name, dead radio and getting hit at New Seasons (the car, not me), travels, school, pickled livers, and laughter. This weekend started off well. It’s been hotter than the devil’s taint, here in loverly Portland. The hubbie and I gallivanted down to an impromptu happy [...]
Life in the Squirrel Lane
This is stating the obvious, I know, but it’s been a while. I really enjoy bulleted lists, so I am going to use one and cheat the whole “let’s explain the what’s been going on in the last year” thing. D got a job, thank the gods. He is working for an educational nonprofit that [...]
Cleaning House – The Drafts Addition
I have spent every New Year cleaning up the drafts section in WordPress, dumping the incomplete thoughts and half finished blogs in one, very long, post. I neglected to do that last year, and so here they are – the crumbs of the past, incomplete rants and raves, the drafts. They span the time all [...]
What Monday Brings
Apparently, the shit that hit the fan on Friday, stuck to the blades, twirled around all weekend long, and stank up the building on Monday. Came into the office for an early meeting. After the meeting, one of the office staff took their last trip out our front door. I can’t say it was unexpected, [...]
Wounded Dogs
I wish I spoke beagle. If I did, then perhaps Pip could tell me what’s wrong. He’s not spritely, bouncy, or otherwise hyper. He stayed right by my side all weekend (including Friday where I took a nap and never really woke up). We think he hurt himself somehow. If you’ve ever seen him bounce [...]
A Tale of Two Fathers
If find myself reliving memories – the day my father left us in Tampa, the feeling of victory when I made him hang up the phone because I was so entirely hateful, a walk through a park in Germany as he held my hand. My first seven years, I was a Daddy’s girl. Post-divorce, I [...]
I learned a little something
Wordcampdx yesterday as any of you following my Twitter feed will know (sorry if it got a little nuts, but it was a little nuts there). I learned a lot, and finally understand how much I need to learn if I want to be fully self-sufficent as a WordPress user. That’s not to say that [...]
Things to do in Portland when you’re me
Go to a “special” women’s group – It’s no surprise to many of you (and if it is, sorry! ) that I am way freaking out of the closet with my sexuality. I’m Bi, and proud of it. No, it’s not a phase. Yes, I can be bi, monogomous, and married. No, I don’t want [...]
On the couch, with wine
I’m drinking a red. Not much of a surprise there, but it’s called “Red.” Sometimes wine names are so profound. I’ve got a lot to say, but I’m dead-ass tired. So, here are snippetts, because that’s all I can muster. Wool Coats – I thought we were headed for the heart of autumn, D and [...]
When it’s just not worth fighting about….
I’ve had some hiccups with friends recently. I’m either excluded from the important things, or some get on their high horses, hurt my feelings, and the blame the whole situation on me. Now, shit happens. I totally get that. But I’m more than a little tired of fighting with people. My mantra is “life’s too [...]
The Good and the Bad
The Bad (get it out of the way so there’s plenty of room for the good: My Grannie will be gone soon. My mother is dealing with the death of her mother, a divorce, and uncertain work future and carrying the weight of dealing with an entire family’s load of issues. My Budokan class has [...]
Small Steps
I spoke with Mom yesterday as she left the plane. She sounded tired, worn, blue, and uneasy. But I made her laugh (it’s what us kids do), and she promised to call with any news. It’s nearly noon on the East coast, and no word. But my phone is still on. And things keep rolling. [...]
Sadness
How hard it must be to make that decision – life support, or death. Mom is flying east tomorrow to help the family make the decision. Lex and I will fly out soon. Our family needs us. And while I know when she passes it wil be a blessing for her, and while I know [...]
Keep god out of greeting cards
Let this be a warning…I’m on my “I can’t fucking stand self-important Christians who tread on hypocritical moral high ground” soapbox… Why? Because it’s pre-coffee time, I forgot my breakfast and I pissed at the world that I had to get out of bed this morning. Only someone who is painfully idiotic or completly unaware [...]
Political Bitchslap
Thwap – that’s what this would sound like. When I was half asleep, trying to wake up and uncurl myself from around a particularly cute pile of beagles, I listened to the morning talking heads chewing on this story with a kind of sick relish. What do I think about this? Fucking duh! But I [...]
My fireplace smells like stinky cloves
That was the first thing I thought this morning when I woke up. How vile? How nasty? How could I smell or taste anything beyond that stench? How in the fuck am I going to get through residency without smoking? But my friend from work is quitting and I am trying to be supportive. And [...]
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- @doncisco1979 I can't believe I'm actually saying this...but... I want to see that movie.
- @yoganabisari YAY! I can't wait to watch TT kick ass. And you BETTER be stinky after scrimmage ;D @SarahGiffrow #NSOFTW
- Dude - some of my coworkers are beyond awesome. One noticed I was off the aircast and told me he would come skating w/ me. #YAYforskating
- @SarahGiffrow YAY ACTION STATS!!! #fistbumbback It's my favorite part of NSOing. I want to do it all the time.
- RT @LOLGOP: BREAKING: Guy who smugly corrects your grammar now blocked by everyone on Twitter.
- I really love Wednesdays. Why? Because it's halfway through the week, and I get to spend time learning about derby after work! #NSOFTW
- @indigohurls you know, now that you framed it in that context.... teeheehee @littleanecdote
- Coffee.... coffee... Coffeee.......eeeee..eeeee.. whiskey... whiskey...wheeeeeee #thisiswhatmydaylookslike
- @HorrorScott Shut it, little man. I'm plotting over here... #onmylunchbreak
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