And in typical fashion, I'm not doing anything special. Even my parents have bigger plans than I do this year. At some point, I have to wonder where my life went astray. As indicated, I'm not doing anything for New Year's. Lisa has to work till 8:30 and Liz needs a ride to and from a New Year's party. Seeing as every other adult in my house has bailed to do more exciting things, my semi plans to spend it at my in-laws have fallen through.
It's almost cliche at this point to do a year recap, much less the more vaunted decade recap, but one can argue that this opportunity comes only once a year, and only once a decade, so here goes. My 2009 in review, or at least, what stands out from the past year. My marriage to Lisa is the most obvious thing to comment on. Unfortunately despite that, It was kind of a miserable year, spent in blissful distraction of video gaming. I did crank out easily over 75,000 words this year, which was impressive. 2010 should prove to be the year of the revision, which is a crippling and agonizing process. I graduated college, promptly lost touch with everyone from college and barely maintain contact with people who live in close proximity to me. It was a year of surviving, of making bold decisions and coming to regret them. I moved into my deceased grandparents house, only to move out so my uncle could live there for a month. I bought a puppy who I ended up giving away to a family that will do such a better job of caring for him, it's sort of sad he had to put up with me for as long as he did. I've basically gone nowhere since graduating, maintaining the same pointless retail job and continuing to fail miserably at finding real employment. So as 2009 comes to a close, I bid it farewell and pray that the coming year proves vastly better. There are signs certainly of improvement on the horizon, but as remains my constant affliction, no real indication of when such improvement should arrive.
The first decade of the 21st century was a unique one. It makes a unique, bell curve to my life. The end of middle school, leading into high school was good, leading towards the height of happiness and success, at the end of high school and carrying over to the beginning of college. However as the decade wore on and I remained at Holy Cross, things began to slip and deteriorate. So it became less about wild success and more careful, guarded decisions to minimize the eventual failure. In short, I went from boring, to interesting to boring once more. And it is here, at being a boring individual that has no plans this New Year's eve, that I stand, looking back over my last ten years. I have made great strides, but stand far short of where I want to be. In conclusion, I have changed very little, which is the most comforting thing I can think of at the moment.
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Twas the Night Before Christmas...
Another holiday, another frantic morning and afternoon cleaning the house for people I don't care what their opinion is. Apparently it's going to be a small affair this Christmas, as no one remembered to tell anyone we're actually having a Christmas party. We just spent our christmas gift wii points card on two terrible nes games and super smash bros for 64. At least something good came out of it.
Even less progress than normal on the job front, though I have taken a couple more steps on the literary front. January will be the beginning of the first revision of 2009's Nano. I've got a pretty good feeling about this story, so that's good. I did manage to wrap up 2008's nano yesterday. That was pretty good, seeing as I had just over twenty thousand words to crank out. Literary achievements are good, but I haven't quite taken the big step to start querying agents. I do have the first drafts of my query letters squared away though, so that's an accomplishment.
Big news this morning, a confirmation of something we were pretty sure happened. I'm going to leave it vague, but it's enough to say that it changes everything. Oh well.
Even less progress than normal on the job front, though I have taken a couple more steps on the literary front. January will be the beginning of the first revision of 2009's Nano. I've got a pretty good feeling about this story, so that's good. I did manage to wrap up 2008's nano yesterday. That was pretty good, seeing as I had just over twenty thousand words to crank out. Literary achievements are good, but I haven't quite taken the big step to start querying agents. I do have the first drafts of my query letters squared away though, so that's an accomplishment.
Big news this morning, a confirmation of something we were pretty sure happened. I'm going to leave it vague, but it's enough to say that it changes everything. Oh well.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
No Title Needed, Thanks.
Nothing much to say. I do have a Twilight post planned out, but just not feeling in the mood to discuss it today. I missed two weeks, granted one was Thanksgiving, but I just feel so busy. The problem is, I don't work enough to really be considered busy. So I have none of the advantages of being unemployed with all the problems of being unemployed, effectively. It's a great position to be in. Things will probably spiral out a little worse over the next month or so but I think I'm starting to gain momentum in the right direction.
I finished my Nanowrimo the very last night, cranking out 4,000 words or something to that effect. It came out pretty well and I've been trying to make headway on the next part of the story, with varying success.
I finished my Nanowrimo the very last night, cranking out 4,000 words or something to that effect. It came out pretty well and I've been trying to make headway on the next part of the story, with varying success.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Just a Quickie
I'm still ahead on my Nanowrimo, but I'm certainly aching to finish it up. With only about 15000 words left to go, I hope to have it finished before Thanksgiving. Speaking of which, Turkey Day is a week from today, so there is a chance I won't be posting. We'll see. I have some interesting things to write about on Twilight and the Matrix, but those will have to wait till after Thanksgiving. I've also decided I need to leave my current job at the company and plunge headfirst into substitute teaching. The headfirst plunge would be easier if all of my free time not spent working for said company I'm leaving wasn't taken up by trying to keep my wife from going crazy over the lack of money, house and numerous other things. Plus I think I have the flu or something like it, as this cough/cold has only become more troublesome over the past few days.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
The Ongoing November
It's a tough time right now, as the full weight of my student loans is about to come to bear on me starting next month. As it stands, I don't make enough at my current job to pay my loans per month, much less everything else I need to spend money on. This biweekly payday is a killer as I am always out of money within four days of my payday.
Slight progress on the sub front, basically a half application to Seekonk. The Veteran's Day holiday messed it up as the schools and admin office were closed on the one ideal time I had to drop off my finished application.
I stalled out on Nanowrimo a tiny bit, thankfully my stupidly high word count has sustained my lack of time to write these past three days. I am about to see if I can get back on track and regain the lead on the word count I've been enjoying. I stopped updating my word count on the site, as it seemed to be an annoyance and distraction to the people I'm writing with.
Slight progress on the sub front, basically a half application to Seekonk. The Veteran's Day holiday messed it up as the schools and admin office were closed on the one ideal time I had to drop off my finished application.
I stalled out on Nanowrimo a tiny bit, thankfully my stupidly high word count has sustained my lack of time to write these past three days. I am about to see if I can get back on track and regain the lead on the word count I've been enjoying. I stopped updating my word count on the site, as it seemed to be an annoyance and distraction to the people I'm writing with.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Debt Worries
It certainly seems that November will go better than Octobor, but there is so much ground to cover and so little time to move forward. I'm haunted by my school debts, a ghost I let linger on the back burner for several months too long. I also remain stuck on moving my career forward. I have done nothing since last week to sign up for substitute teaching. Beyond that, I have found my current retail job increasingly difficult to work at, now that I've finally realized how fruitless it is.
On the other hand, the work towards my real career continues quite well. Five days into NaNoWriMo and I'm still far ahead of the daily word count. I can only hope this momentum can sustain me to the end. Still got 38,000 words to go. The story I settled on was the Harry Potter inspiration, but it has moved so far beyond my wildest expectations. The opening has transcended all my hopes and will easily surpass the 15,000 word count I had planned for it. It takes the three viewpoints and weaves them together, adding new details that utterly change the previous writing.
On the other hand, the work towards my real career continues quite well. Five days into NaNoWriMo and I'm still far ahead of the daily word count. I can only hope this momentum can sustain me to the end. Still got 38,000 words to go. The story I settled on was the Harry Potter inspiration, but it has moved so far beyond my wildest expectations. The opening has transcended all my hopes and will easily surpass the 15,000 word count I had planned for it. It takes the three viewpoints and weaves them together, adding new details that utterly change the previous writing.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Harry Potter and the Nanowrimo
As October comes to a close, I have few things to talk about. My lack of a Halloween costume, for one. However, the two main focuses of this post will be about my thoughts after rereading the Harry Potter series and the upcoming challenge that is Nanowrimo.
Harry Potter was well worth the second read. Although the spoilers were all known, the intricacy with which the stories were woven come out much clearer on the second read. The absurd Hallows seemed to fit into the story better than before, and my much dreaded fifth and seventh books were surprisingly good to read. Although, the fourth and sixth were even better than I remembered, and easily take the top to slots in my order of preference. The sixth is above and beyond all the other books, in terms of content and entertaining. I still dislike the idea of Tom Riddle being a person too far past the point of redemption, a villain that can never become more than a villain. It speaks to my Catholic sensibility that no person is beyond the redemptive power of God, and this sensibility reflects in my writing.
As to my writing, I am faced with a difficult choice in the next few days. With the Harry Potter series behind me, I am faced with the choice of writing my magic-based Nanowrimo without the aid of those books. A lot of inspiration and ideas have emerged from those books, and it is difficult to write those down and move on, yet I worry I will lose interest and patience for that story very quickly. Of course, my main goal in the magic story would be to tell a story about wizards that is more based upon the variety and complexity that is seen in the D&D series. My other option is the Patagonia story, which involves psions and two interlinked but separate stories, a before and after story lines which could be confusing and difficult to pull off. This was my initial plan for Nanowrimo, until I got the idea for my magic story, which is a much more interesting idea. Then there is the third option, a story about a successful book writer and his personal assistants, whom inevitably end up quitting as they find themselves characters in his stories. The plot for this one is ultimately irrelevant, which scares me as a plot based writer. The only real interest in this story for me is trying to capture and focus solely on the characterizations and the interactions of these two main characters and a recurring third character. Small cast, limited plot, are all things I dislike and avoid in my writing, which are two of my greatest faults as a writer at this time
Ultimately, I see myself as a writer, and nothing else. No job, no vocation has spoken to my experience the way that writing has. I would not go so far to say I have a gift to write, but rather an inevitable draw to write. I have realized the one thing I will do consistently for the rest of my life is make up stories in my head. I will always have my stories, which vary in flavor but revolve similar ideas. I only wish I was capable of getting some of them published, to be one of those lucky people that gets paid to do what they would do with their life anyways. It is certainly my hope to be that lucky.
Harry Potter was well worth the second read. Although the spoilers were all known, the intricacy with which the stories were woven come out much clearer on the second read. The absurd Hallows seemed to fit into the story better than before, and my much dreaded fifth and seventh books were surprisingly good to read. Although, the fourth and sixth were even better than I remembered, and easily take the top to slots in my order of preference. The sixth is above and beyond all the other books, in terms of content and entertaining. I still dislike the idea of Tom Riddle being a person too far past the point of redemption, a villain that can never become more than a villain. It speaks to my Catholic sensibility that no person is beyond the redemptive power of God, and this sensibility reflects in my writing.
As to my writing, I am faced with a difficult choice in the next few days. With the Harry Potter series behind me, I am faced with the choice of writing my magic-based Nanowrimo without the aid of those books. A lot of inspiration and ideas have emerged from those books, and it is difficult to write those down and move on, yet I worry I will lose interest and patience for that story very quickly. Of course, my main goal in the magic story would be to tell a story about wizards that is more based upon the variety and complexity that is seen in the D&D series. My other option is the Patagonia story, which involves psions and two interlinked but separate stories, a before and after story lines which could be confusing and difficult to pull off. This was my initial plan for Nanowrimo, until I got the idea for my magic story, which is a much more interesting idea. Then there is the third option, a story about a successful book writer and his personal assistants, whom inevitably end up quitting as they find themselves characters in his stories. The plot for this one is ultimately irrelevant, which scares me as a plot based writer. The only real interest in this story for me is trying to capture and focus solely on the characterizations and the interactions of these two main characters and a recurring third character. Small cast, limited plot, are all things I dislike and avoid in my writing, which are two of my greatest faults as a writer at this time
Ultimately, I see myself as a writer, and nothing else. No job, no vocation has spoken to my experience the way that writing has. I would not go so far to say I have a gift to write, but rather an inevitable draw to write. I have realized the one thing I will do consistently for the rest of my life is make up stories in my head. I will always have my stories, which vary in flavor but revolve similar ideas. I only wish I was capable of getting some of them published, to be one of those lucky people that gets paid to do what they would do with their life anyways. It is certainly my hope to be that lucky.
Thursday, October 22, 2009
The Man Who Was Thursday
So I have returned after six months to the blog. I worried that it was gone, lost forever in the ashes of cyberspace. We had accomplished what we set out to do, one solid year of blogging. I was not alone in hoping the sibling blog experiment would survive the one year requirement. But it probably was inevitable that we would all cast aside the blog for other things.
Yet here I have returned and like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the blog lives again. I think this time, there shall be no rules, no requirements, just the freedom that is in essence, a blog. To this freedom, I submit my first post of the resurrected blog.
As the fourth child, my day of required posting fell on a Thursday. I have returned to this day, for the sake of continuity, but also because I realized that I have become the man who was Thursday. This ironically matches my first topic of talking about, G.K. Chesterton's work, The Man Who was Thursday: A Nightmare. This excellent work is basically about a man who mistakenly becomes a member of an anarchist group and finds himself surrounded by enemies. However, as he confronts these men in turn, he discovers that they are all actually on the same side and each thought they were alone amongst enemies. It's a lively read that takes the reader through the excitement and fear of confronting devilish foes(such as an invalid man who can run as fast as a young man, or the sinister face hidden behind dark shades and a man who takes sword wounds but does not bleed) only for the reader to share in the joy and relief of finding a friend in one's worst enemy. The best part of this book is the Catholic aligned ideas, of salvation, divinity clothed in human flesh and the intrinsic goodness of the human being. It remains still one of my favorite stories I've read.
Yet here I have returned and like a phoenix rising from the ashes, the blog lives again. I think this time, there shall be no rules, no requirements, just the freedom that is in essence, a blog. To this freedom, I submit my first post of the resurrected blog.
As the fourth child, my day of required posting fell on a Thursday. I have returned to this day, for the sake of continuity, but also because I realized that I have become the man who was Thursday. This ironically matches my first topic of talking about, G.K. Chesterton's work, The Man Who was Thursday: A Nightmare. This excellent work is basically about a man who mistakenly becomes a member of an anarchist group and finds himself surrounded by enemies. However, as he confronts these men in turn, he discovers that they are all actually on the same side and each thought they were alone amongst enemies. It's a lively read that takes the reader through the excitement and fear of confronting devilish foes(such as an invalid man who can run as fast as a young man, or the sinister face hidden behind dark shades and a man who takes sword wounds but does not bleed) only for the reader to share in the joy and relief of finding a friend in one's worst enemy. The best part of this book is the Catholic aligned ideas, of salvation, divinity clothed in human flesh and the intrinsic goodness of the human being. It remains still one of my favorite stories I've read.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Frank: Career News!
So I'm attending a career fair tomorrow in Boston. There will be over a hundred schools there and they have a list of what schools have what vacancies. So I'll be able to hunt for a specific schools with openings in English or Religious Studies. I passed my MTELs so I can get my license to teach in public schools if I need to. Hopefully I'll get some solid leads on a job. I've done a lot of work with my resume this past week, the Career Center has been a huge help with that.
Besides career stuff, I'm in my last full week of classes. By Tuesday, I'll be done with classes and basically just have a bunch of papers and one final exam. Then we have a week off, Senior week and then graduation. It'll be strange to be finished with school.
Besides career stuff, I'm in my last full week of classes. By Tuesday, I'll be done with classes and basically just have a bunch of papers and one final exam. Then we have a week off, Senior week and then graduation. It'll be strange to be finished with school.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Frank: Been So Busy...
It's a been incredibly busy here at school. I've got final papers and Finals coming up in the next few weeks and all my professors want paper proposals. Plus we had the holiday weekend, so that was a much needed break from school work. However, I've got so much to do and finish before April is over and even more to finish before I graduate. I spent some time at the career office today and have some leads and avenues to pursue for a teaching job. I'll post more again soon, when I get some more time.
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Anne This is terribly un-PC
So my roommate and I ordered Chinese food tonight. We chose the place based on their awesomely hilarious menu. In addition to Gai Pu lo mein (say it out loud), you could get onion wings.
I kid you not.
Also, I had a date! His name is Justin, and he's really sweet. He's a musician- he plays the French horn! I have another date with him next week.
I kid you not.
Also, I had a date! His name is Justin, and he's really sweet. He's a musician- he plays the French horn! I have another date with him next week.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Anne The End of the Beginning?
So I guess the year of blogging is actually over. I expected us to go till Easter, since that's when I remember starting the blog. But my more literal-minded siblings have decided to use the actual date we started.
I'll still post, but if we are abandoning the day format, then I make no promises as to when I'll post. But I'll shoot for at least once a week, if not more. I think it'll depend on how many weird topics have been buzzing around my brain.
Things have been good for me. I've just been working, although this week I'm trying to regain a social life. We'll see how that goes.
Take care all!
~Anne
I'll still post, but if we are abandoning the day format, then I make no promises as to when I'll post. But I'll shoot for at least once a week, if not more. I think it'll depend on how many weird topics have been buzzing around my brain.
Things have been good for me. I've just been working, although this week I'm trying to regain a social life. We'll see how that goes.
Take care all!
~Anne
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
One Year Ago Today
Today marks the one-year anniversary of the blog, bringing us to the end of the agreement we forged a little over a year ago. Happy Birthday Blog! As we enter a new year and the mandatory posting is lifted, a new day has dawned for the blog. What new adventures lie in store for the blog as we move forward? Everyone involved in the project is welcome to continue blogging as they see fit. Here's to another great year!
Monday, March 23, 2009
Begining of the End
Okay, the important information.
Jess is doing well and is now home. She getting some rest now.
I'm very much relieved now because she is home.
We're getting close to a final hurah here with the blog. I will be stopping posting.
I might make a guest post every so often afterwords.
It's not that I don't love you all, it's I've got something in the works that I need to devote to.
You will all hear about this soon.
I'm playing with something that reminds me of this video. I've linked to it before though. So this time I'm embedding it.
Jess is doing well and is now home. She getting some rest now.
I'm very much relieved now because she is home.
We're getting close to a final hurah here with the blog. I will be stopping posting.
I might make a guest post every so often afterwords.
It's not that I don't love you all, it's I've got something in the works that I need to devote to.
You will all hear about this soon.
I'm playing with something that reminds me of this video. I've linked to it before though. So this time I'm embedding it.
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Jessie: Too Much All at once.
Ok, so it's technically Sunday night and I'm home from work. I didn't post "yesterday" because Greg and I went to a wedding (pictures will follow soon on facebook). Today our engagement announcement was in the paper! I'm very excited.
But I'm nervous for tomorrow (Monday).
Ever since the age of 17, I've had pain when I eat. Not like a tummy ache, but full blown "someone is ripping my stomach apart" pain. Every doctor has told me it's IBS, which makes sense, seeing that my grandma has it.
This last doctor though ordered an ultrasound. So I went. The result: gall stones. So I figure they'll zap 'em. No, after I met with another doctor on Wednesday.....I'm getting my gall bladder removed. Yikes! I should be fine, but I'll let you guys know....or I'll have Greg mention it tomorrow, since we know he posts as late as possible ;-)
Church is going well. Greg and I met with the Deacon and got our date set in stone! I'm very happy.
So that's pretty much it for now. Oh, and Greg and I are supposed to come down for Easter (seeing that I haven't seen you guys since Thanksgiving) and I miss you all!
But I'm nervous for tomorrow (Monday).
Ever since the age of 17, I've had pain when I eat. Not like a tummy ache, but full blown "someone is ripping my stomach apart" pain. Every doctor has told me it's IBS, which makes sense, seeing that my grandma has it.
This last doctor though ordered an ultrasound. So I went. The result: gall stones. So I figure they'll zap 'em. No, after I met with another doctor on Wednesday.....I'm getting my gall bladder removed. Yikes! I should be fine, but I'll let you guys know....or I'll have Greg mention it tomorrow, since we know he posts as late as possible ;-)
Church is going well. Greg and I met with the Deacon and got our date set in stone! I'm very happy.
So that's pretty much it for now. Oh, and Greg and I are supposed to come down for Easter (seeing that I haven't seen you guys since Thanksgiving) and I miss you all!
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Frank: In Conclusion
I enjoyed the blog. It's been an important and interesting period of time. It was nice to read about all of my siblings, made me feel like we were more in contact. Being at school, which is really busy, I don't talk or see most of you very often. There were some flash points and emotions were riding high some times, but overall the blog has been a great positive in my life. I've enjoyed posting each Thursday. As for where I think the blog should head, non-mandatory posting. This can be a place for us to post as we wish, about things that we want to share with each other.
I purchased Black and White and it arrived today. I'm still in the very beginning, but I'm looking forward to the game. I think it'll be a lot of work, but I'm hoping to accomplish some cool stuff with my creature.
I'd really like to make video games, like content and ideas. I have no desire or skill at coding or something, but I think games would be a great outlet for my creativity. so if you know someone who likes to code games but is short of ideas, let me know.
I purchased Black and White and it arrived today. I'm still in the very beginning, but I'm looking forward to the game. I think it'll be a lot of work, but I'm hoping to accomplish some cool stuff with my creature.
I'd really like to make video games, like content and ideas. I have no desire or skill at coding or something, but I think games would be a great outlet for my creativity. so if you know someone who likes to code games but is short of ideas, let me know.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Anne
So one of the guys at work recommended this band, Paramore to me. I've added to my Pandora, as they are pretty awesome. Liz, you might like them.
I think if I were to describe the blog experience, I would call it fierce! Because each of us is fiercely unique, and some of our arguments were pretty fierce, too. But altogether, I'm glad we tried it. So I'm also fiercely glad and grateful for my siblings for going along with my crazy idea.
Things are going pretty well for me. I've been sick, but nothing I can't handle. Work, internet, read, sleep- that's mostly been my days. With food in there somewhere.
Liz, I made those zone pizzas with great success! But now I'm out of tortillas, so I'm looking for other things to eat. Any other recipes?
Bill, when wil your next beer be ready? I'm SO excited to try it!
Frank, we are way overdue for some Dynasty Warriors. Let me know if you have any free time coming up, and I'll see what I can do.
Greg, as you know I've been talking to Jessie lots. You are so lucky to have her. But I know a secret- (she's lucky to have you too!)
Anyways kids, I have to get ready for work. Take care all! Lots of Love,
~Anne
I think if I were to describe the blog experience, I would call it fierce! Because each of us is fiercely unique, and some of our arguments were pretty fierce, too. But altogether, I'm glad we tried it. So I'm also fiercely glad and grateful for my siblings for going along with my crazy idea.
Things are going pretty well for me. I've been sick, but nothing I can't handle. Work, internet, read, sleep- that's mostly been my days. With food in there somewhere.
Liz, I made those zone pizzas with great success! But now I'm out of tortillas, so I'm looking for other things to eat. Any other recipes?
Bill, when wil your next beer be ready? I'm SO excited to try it!
Frank, we are way overdue for some Dynasty Warriors. Let me know if you have any free time coming up, and I'll see what I can do.
Greg, as you know I've been talking to Jessie lots. You are so lucky to have her. But I know a secret- (she's lucky to have you too!)
Anyways kids, I have to get ready for work. Take care all! Lots of Love,
~Anne
Monday, March 16, 2009
Some Winter Reggae
I managed to watch the Holy Cross Game. Yea, Tough loss Frank... The Crusaders went down hard... like in Edessa. And I didn't see Frank on TV either... Oh well...
I'm been listening to this song alot lately. Liz, this is the same band that does that Siberia Song I Love.
Red Elvises - Winter Reggae
This was a short post, I'll be back Tuesday with a longer one...
I'm been listening to this song alot lately. Liz, this is the same band that does that Siberia Song I Love.
Red Elvises - Winter Reggae
This was a short post, I'll be back Tuesday with a longer one...
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Frank: 7 Hours on a Bus, One Way
So I'm leaving Holy Cross at 6 AM to travel to Washington D.C. for the Patriot League championship round at American University. For those interested, the game will be shown on ESPN2, starting at 4:45. The winner of this game will gain an automatic berth in the NCAA tournament. This may be the last game of my Holy Cross career.
Anne, I agree with you on the home-brew campaign setting. That's how I prefer to do things as well. But take the time to really flesh out the setting, and give the characters plenty of room to maneuver.
I've been selected to compete in a cooking challenge at my school. I competed in this challenge last year, the Worcester Telegram and Gazette did an article on it. You can read the article here. This year, I'm going to make risotto with ingredients selected from what is being offered that night. And no, risotto is not on the menu.
Greg, you were welcome to initiate those e-mail, IM, phone conversations about the blog. If you really thought that discussion should not be talked about on the blog, then you should have said something sooner.
As a final note, I will pose a question/challenge to each of you for the final week of our first year of blogging. Thinking about the year, what were your highlights or most memorable moments on the blog? Did you enjoy this blogging experiment, and how would you rate our success at blogging for a year? Finally, what do you think the blog will look like after our year of posting is over, and Anne's challenge to us completed?
Anne, I agree with you on the home-brew campaign setting. That's how I prefer to do things as well. But take the time to really flesh out the setting, and give the characters plenty of room to maneuver.
I've been selected to compete in a cooking challenge at my school. I competed in this challenge last year, the Worcester Telegram and Gazette did an article on it. You can read the article here. This year, I'm going to make risotto with ingredients selected from what is being offered that night. And no, risotto is not on the menu.
Greg, you were welcome to initiate those e-mail, IM, phone conversations about the blog. If you really thought that discussion should not be talked about on the blog, then you should have said something sooner.
As a final note, I will pose a question/challenge to each of you for the final week of our first year of blogging. Thinking about the year, what were your highlights or most memorable moments on the blog? Did you enjoy this blogging experiment, and how would you rate our success at blogging for a year? Finally, what do you think the blog will look like after our year of posting is over, and Anne's challenge to us completed?
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Anne
I've been reading Walt Whitman's "Leaves of Grass". Not just "Song of Myself", but the whole book. Let me tell you, there's some pretty racy stuff in there. It's good though. It's a cross between poetry and prose that I really like.
Here's one bit that I'm posting for all my bando buddies:
"With music strong I come, with my cornets and my drums,
I play not marches for accepted victors only, I play marches for conquer'd and slain persons."
Not much else is happening. I'm slowly developing a D&D campaign- a homebrew thing, as I'm too lazy to read up on Faerun and the other pre-made worlds. I think it's easier, and more convenient, to make it up as necessary.
I am kicking butt and taking names in Mafia Wars. Liz, Greg- join my mob! Please?
Anyways, I'll catch you all later!
~Anne
Here's one bit that I'm posting for all my bando buddies:
"With music strong I come, with my cornets and my drums,
I play not marches for accepted victors only, I play marches for conquer'd and slain persons."
Not much else is happening. I'm slowly developing a D&D campaign- a homebrew thing, as I'm too lazy to read up on Faerun and the other pre-made worlds. I think it's easier, and more convenient, to make it up as necessary.
I am kicking butt and taking names in Mafia Wars. Liz, Greg- join my mob! Please?
Anyways, I'll catch you all later!
~Anne
Monday, March 9, 2009
And a followup
So I'm playing Animal Crossing again. The problem I'm facing right now is that I've planted so many fruit trees. So many that I seriously need to hire some not so legal foreign migrant workers to pick the fruit up... Or I could just spend 3 hours doing it myself and another week or so replanting fruit tress with normal ones.
After writing about Gibson this morning, I went out and got his latest novel, "Spook Country". I still have Pattern Recognition to finish, but I can't find it now after the move. I'm not to worried about it cause I though the main character was extremely boring and bland. Well, she's some brand-a-phobe so that doesn't exactly help her. What makes Pattern Recognition interesting is that the main plot revolves around pieces of film put on the net and the fans whom obsesses about it. Yep, Gibson got LonelyGirl15 right years before before she hit Youtube or Youtube itself for that matter.
Last week I bought a book on writing comics from one of the major DC editors. It's laid out well and explains the concepts well. This feeds into the "Greg wants to write a Comic Book" twang in the back of my head. It would be nice to have my name in the comic world mean something other than "some strange Alantian seeweed that heals".
After writing about Gibson this morning, I went out and got his latest novel, "Spook Country". I still have Pattern Recognition to finish, but I can't find it now after the move. I'm not to worried about it cause I though the main character was extremely boring and bland. Well, she's some brand-a-phobe so that doesn't exactly help her. What makes Pattern Recognition interesting is that the main plot revolves around pieces of film put on the net and the fans whom obsesses about it. Yep, Gibson got LonelyGirl15 right years before before she hit Youtube or Youtube itself for that matter.
Last week I bought a book on writing comics from one of the major DC editors. It's laid out well and explains the concepts well. This feeds into the "Greg wants to write a Comic Book" twang in the back of my head. It would be nice to have my name in the comic world mean something other than "some strange Alantian seeweed that heals".
A Case for Laziness
Yep, I missed last week's post. I started Monday night, tried to get back to it Tuesday. I checked the blog just before I sat down and saw Bill's post. I didn't bother finishing. I'm sick and tired of you all yapping about the blog on the blog. And each time you've done I've ignored it. This was a conversation that in all honestly should have been taken place over IM, emails, and phone calls. NOT front and center for everyone to know.
Or I might have found the agrippa method in Blogger that erases my post after first reading. And since I check my post after posting... I would have been the first reader. Yea, you'll believe that as much as I say I hack the gibson.
Or I might have found the agrippa method in Blogger that erases my post after first reading. And since I check my post after posting... I would have been the first reader. Yea, you'll believe that as much as I say I hack the gibson.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Frank: All Good Things Must...
I like how Bill called me a wise man in his post. I also liked how he copied and pasted Anne's original post for his own. Greg, where's the post? These are our precious final posts, so don't bail on us quite yet. If I have to bail you out, I will.
So I resumed watching Brotherhood 2.0 recently, and it's good. Though, all the videos of John Greene sitting around writing make me feel like I should be a writer. I would love to sit in my house all day and just write. That would be awesome. I guess I'm learning there are two distinct processes in the creation of a novel. The initial part, the writing, is something I'm good at. The other key part, revision, I am terrible at. However, I'm thinking that revision will be fun in its own way, taking a meandering story and reshaping it into a cohesive entity. As I enter into another revision of my manuscript, I have a few major changes to simplify and unify the story. It's tough, to make changes to a story that I really enjoy and think is perfectly fine the way it is, but that's how the process works. So I'm looking forward to doing more writing and revising in the near future.
I'm taking the MTELs on Saturday, as much as I want to be a writer, teaching looks to be my immediate future.
So I resumed watching Brotherhood 2.0 recently, and it's good. Though, all the videos of John Greene sitting around writing make me feel like I should be a writer. I would love to sit in my house all day and just write. That would be awesome. I guess I'm learning there are two distinct processes in the creation of a novel. The initial part, the writing, is something I'm good at. The other key part, revision, I am terrible at. However, I'm thinking that revision will be fun in its own way, taking a meandering story and reshaping it into a cohesive entity. As I enter into another revision of my manuscript, I have a few major changes to simplify and unify the story. It's tough, to make changes to a story that I really enjoy and think is perfectly fine the way it is, but that's how the process works. So I'm looking forward to doing more writing and revising in the near future.
I'm taking the MTELs on Saturday, as much as I want to be a writer, teaching looks to be my immediate future.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Anne: Homestretch
So kids, this is it. We're in the last month of the blog! Then you can all run away or whatever.
Sorry, I've been restless and down today. I'm sure things will turn out fine. I just wish I could work more hours. I'm still not used to have spare time to fill up. I know there are things I need to do, I just need to overcome the idea that I need to rest on my days off.
I'm not sure what else to blog about. Watchmen comes out soon, so I'll have to find someone to see it with. Apparently they changed the ending and that upsets me.
Star Trek movie! I can't wait for it! Simon Pegg (star of Sean of the Dead and Hot Fuzz) is going to be Scotty! And Sylar from Heroes is going to be Spock! I've very excited about this.
Take care all!
Sorry, I've been restless and down today. I'm sure things will turn out fine. I just wish I could work more hours. I'm still not used to have spare time to fill up. I know there are things I need to do, I just need to overcome the idea that I need to rest on my days off.
I'm not sure what else to blog about. Watchmen comes out soon, so I'll have to find someone to see it with. Apparently they changed the ending and that upsets me.
Star Trek movie! I can't wait for it! Simon Pegg (star of Sean of the Dead and Hot Fuzz) is going to be Scotty! And Sylar from Heroes is going to be Spock! I've very excited about this.
Take care all!
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
Bill: This isn't Nam there are rules!
Hello my blog friends and relatives. A wise man brought it to my attention today that there are rules that govern this blog that we have not adhered to as we should. This is not Nam my friends this is a relative insanity! With only 3 posts before this happy expermint comes to an end I feel that we should look back on hte time we have spent as a family and also post wisly while adhearing to the rules. That is why I propose the challenge for the next 3 posts that we follow the rules as we should.
Rule 1- Your post must be at least 5 sentences long, not including your signature.
Rule 2- Tag or sign your posts, so it's painfully obvious who wrote it.
Rule 3- You must post on your day. We'll go by calendar days, so you have 12am-11:59pm.
But there's an exception to every rule, so here's the exception to Rule 3. We can post for each other, as long as the original poster wrote the entry beforehand and has a legitimate reason for not making the deadline.
Shedule: Order by birth! The way you came out!
Thank you and goodnight
Rule 1- Your post must be at least 5 sentences long, not including your signature.
Rule 2- Tag or sign your posts, so it's painfully obvious who wrote it.
Rule 3- You must post on your day. We'll go by calendar days, so you have 12am-11:59pm.
But there's an exception to every rule, so here's the exception to Rule 3. We can post for each other, as long as the original poster wrote the entry beforehand and has a legitimate reason for not making the deadline.
Shedule: Order by birth! The way you came out!
Thank you and goodnight
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Jessie: The Rite of Sending
So, in RCIA today we had a mini-retreat. The topic of the day was mainly prayer. On mini-retreat days (always held on a Saturday), we go to 4 pm Mass across the parking lot. Then we get to skip Sunday 8:30 am Mass, and I get to sleep in a bit. This week was different because on Saturday the RCIA members were presented to the church and our sponsors were asked if we were ready to move on in our education.
This information was based on a survey I had to take and Greg had to sign off on. After the Rite of Sending, we went downstairs to break open the word.
Sunday I will attend a Service at St. Joseph Cathedral, which is where Bishop John McCormack is. There I will attend the Rite of Election, which is where he blesses me. My parents are supposed to go, which will make me happy, because so far, only my dad has attended any of the services that were important to me (presentation and midnight mass.)
Sunday:
Well, I went to the Rite of Election and the Call to Continuing Conversion ceremony today. St. Joseph Cathedral is gorgeous, it's almost like being in Rome, not that I would know, I've never been. I'd imagine it would look like that though. Greg wore his suit and I wore a dress. Most of the other people wore street clothes, but since this wasn't your basic Sunday, I wanted to kick it up a notch.
They called the catecumens first. Then they brought up the book of elect up. It was beautiful. My mom said she got nervous when she didn't hear my name. I got called up when the candidates went up. Greg stood in the pew as my sponsor, and answered that he supported my continuing of my education. Father Bob, our pastor even attended. After I shook the Bishop and deacon's hand, I took my place up front, facing the assembly. My mom and dad were in the back, waving, but I knew I couldn't wave back, I just smiled. As the presentation went on, I felt the sudden urge to cry. I really wanted to, but held it back. After the presentation, I was allowed to go back to the pew where my parish was assigned. My parents came around to our pew after the service and met a few of the team members. Dad said mom had to work that night and so they couldn't join us for the reception downstairs, we asked where they parked and my dad, being the wiseguy he always is, replied." In the space reserved for the Pope!"
So, I must say, I had a great weekend, and I feel more confident at every mass I attend. I also feel like I belong, I think I really found what was missing in my life.
Greg and I are going to do a rosary this week! I'm excited, it'll be my first rosary ever, I don't babysit anymore (Christina's mom took over, and it was better for everyone because I used to drive 45 minutes each morning and then work an 8 hour shift on top of it, and her mom can really use the money more.) ,so I have more time, and I even took Holy Week off from work ( I have 3 weeks of vacation and I NEVER use it before Dec 27th [my hire date] so therefore, I lose it!). So, enough of me rambling, I hope you all have a wonderful week!
This information was based on a survey I had to take and Greg had to sign off on. After the Rite of Sending, we went downstairs to break open the word.
Sunday I will attend a Service at St. Joseph Cathedral, which is where Bishop John McCormack is. There I will attend the Rite of Election, which is where he blesses me. My parents are supposed to go, which will make me happy, because so far, only my dad has attended any of the services that were important to me (presentation and midnight mass.)
Sunday:
Well, I went to the Rite of Election and the Call to Continuing Conversion ceremony today. St. Joseph Cathedral is gorgeous, it's almost like being in Rome, not that I would know, I've never been. I'd imagine it would look like that though. Greg wore his suit and I wore a dress. Most of the other people wore street clothes, but since this wasn't your basic Sunday, I wanted to kick it up a notch.
They called the catecumens first. Then they brought up the book of elect up. It was beautiful. My mom said she got nervous when she didn't hear my name. I got called up when the candidates went up. Greg stood in the pew as my sponsor, and answered that he supported my continuing of my education. Father Bob, our pastor even attended. After I shook the Bishop and deacon's hand, I took my place up front, facing the assembly. My mom and dad were in the back, waving, but I knew I couldn't wave back, I just smiled. As the presentation went on, I felt the sudden urge to cry. I really wanted to, but held it back. After the presentation, I was allowed to go back to the pew where my parish was assigned. My parents came around to our pew after the service and met a few of the team members. Dad said mom had to work that night and so they couldn't join us for the reception downstairs, we asked where they parked and my dad, being the wiseguy he always is, replied." In the space reserved for the Pope!"
So, I must say, I had a great weekend, and I feel more confident at every mass I attend. I also feel like I belong, I think I really found what was missing in my life.
Greg and I are going to do a rosary this week! I'm excited, it'll be my first rosary ever, I don't babysit anymore (Christina's mom took over, and it was better for everyone because I used to drive 45 minutes each morning and then work an 8 hour shift on top of it, and her mom can really use the money more.) ,so I have more time, and I even took Holy Week off from work ( I have 3 weeks of vacation and I NEVER use it before Dec 27th [my hire date] so therefore, I lose it!). So, enough of me rambling, I hope you all have a wonderful week!
Friday, February 27, 2009
NO MEAT!!
NO MEAT!
Hi siblings, how was everyone's week? Mine was pretty crazy/fast. I'm glad it's over. Anyways hopefully later today I'm going to my friends parrots birthday! It should be fun! I wanted to put some pictures up from my Maine trip but the computer is reading the camera right or something. I'll get em' up soon though probably on Facebook!
Love ya!
-Liz
Hi siblings, how was everyone's week? Mine was pretty crazy/fast. I'm glad it's over. Anyways hopefully later today I'm going to my friends parrots birthday! It should be fun! I wanted to put some pictures up from my Maine trip but the computer is reading the camera right or something. I'll get em' up soon though probably on Facebook!
Love ya!
-Liz
Thursday, February 26, 2009
Frank: Our Lenten Journey
Lent is certainly not my favorite liturgical season, but it is one of the more important ones. It is only in Lent that at least once a week, there is a distinct reminder of the Lenten journey. Especially since I greatly dislike most fish, the struggle to find food on Fridays is part of the sacrifice. It's become more important to me as I grow up to find significant changes to my life as a result of my faith. I feel the presence of God more clearly when my actions are shaped by my faith traditions.
Of more interest to you, siblings, is that Lent marks our closing in on Holy Week 2009. Since we started the blog following Easter of 208, the blog itself will be reaching the one year mark. Once we reach that point, we will have concluded the one year experiment of blogging. Our obligation to post also stops with the one year mark.
Of more interest to you, siblings, is that Lent marks our closing in on Holy Week 2009. Since we started the blog following Easter of 208, the blog itself will be reaching the one year mark. Once we reach that point, we will have concluded the one year experiment of blogging. Our obligation to post also stops with the one year mark.
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Anne: Ash Wednesday
So I became violently ill the other day. Well, not violently. Maybe about as violent as a sword fight with plastic cutlery. So, not that violent. But I was sick!
But I'm better now.
It's Lent. And I have 3 boxes of Girl Scout cookies in my pantry. What awful timing.
I've been re-reading A Tale of Two Cities. Not as exciting as I remember it, but we'll see. I mean, it is Dickens, after all.
I don't have too much else to post, so I'll catch you all later!
But I'm better now.
It's Lent. And I have 3 boxes of Girl Scout cookies in my pantry. What awful timing.
I've been re-reading A Tale of Two Cities. Not as exciting as I remember it, but we'll see. I mean, it is Dickens, after all.
I don't have too much else to post, so I'll catch you all later!
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Bill: And the Computer
So I am posting a little earlier than normal for two reasons.
1) I remembered
2) I have to bottle beer
So any way I almost bought a computer this past Sunday but decided to wait to find out my discount through work, you know save a little money. Well it seems that the price of computers goes up on Monday and only slowly goes back down the rest of the week. In just a few hours a computer that cost $1011 now breaks $1250! No discount is going to help that, so no computer for me. I now might build one.
I have to bottle some beer now, I was going to do it last night but when I went to go get my bottle caps I found out I only had 25 of them. I need about 50 to be safe. So I went to Justin's after work and picked up a few more. Off I go to bottle now.
1) I remembered
2) I have to bottle beer
So any way I almost bought a computer this past Sunday but decided to wait to find out my discount through work, you know save a little money. Well it seems that the price of computers goes up on Monday and only slowly goes back down the rest of the week. In just a few hours a computer that cost $1011 now breaks $1250! No discount is going to help that, so no computer for me. I now might build one.
I have to bottle some beer now, I was going to do it last night but when I went to go get my bottle caps I found out I only had 25 of them. I need about 50 to be safe. So I went to Justin's after work and picked up a few more. Off I go to bottle now.
Monday, February 23, 2009
Crocs on Fire...
I just figured how heavy that of posting on this blog rock really is. Seriously!.
I am distracted with setting fire to people wearing Crocs, selling my soul to Google, just generally being not online in order to society in general, my day starts from the second I am woken by murderous Teletubbies to when I see my darling's 10000 text messages. I'm watching 24 season 2 (or Day 2) right now. I won't promise anything to you but I will write something that makes sense next week. Don't stop believing. Hold on to the feeling!
I needed some help to get the writing wheels going this week, so I started with an "Aussie Blog post generator". Aussies are so bloomin' funny. I used to play Counter-strike is a couple of them... transplanted to the US that is...
Anyways, Crocs are evil... and there's something funny in a black humor sense of setting fire to the feet of people wearing crocs and watching them dance around crazy as they try to put them out...
hmm... I think I found a concept for a game!
Don't stop believing. Hold on to the feeling! Why Do we love this song?
I am distracted with setting fire to people wearing Crocs, selling my soul to Google, just generally being not online in order to society in general, my day starts from the second I am woken by murderous Teletubbies to when I see my darling's 10000 text messages. I'm watching 24 season 2 (or Day 2) right now. I won't promise anything to you but I will write something that makes sense next week. Don't stop believing. Hold on to the feeling!
I needed some help to get the writing wheels going this week, so I started with an "Aussie Blog post generator". Aussies are so bloomin' funny. I used to play Counter-strike is a couple of them... transplanted to the US that is...
Anyways, Crocs are evil... and there's something funny in a black humor sense of setting fire to the feet of people wearing crocs and watching them dance around crazy as they try to put them out...
hmm... I think I found a concept for a game!
Don't stop believing. Hold on to the feeling! Why Do we love this song?
Friday, February 20, 2009
Liz: In Maine right now!!!
I'm writing my post now (tuesday night) because I wont be here friday. I'll be up in Maine in the middle of no where sledding. I'm so excited! At the moment I'm packing for the trip because I leave tomorrow (wednesday). I have a load of clothes to throw in the washer and some extra little things to pack but I'm almost ready. I have to make this post about numbers right? Hmm.
O.k lets try this.
It's February 17 2009 (while I'm writing this)
Add two to the first, and write down what you get.
Minus three from the second and write down what you get.
Minus 16 from the third and write down what you get?
What did you get????
Ha ha, I feel like the chesire cat ;]
Have a nice week everyone!!
-Liz
I can get this post to say it was friday, but not to just post it on friday. So sorry about that, I'll try working on it. If someone here does now how to do would they for me? I'm pretty confused....
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Frank: Short Stories
So I received word from the publisher I sent my manuscript to, they didn't want to publish it. So I'm gonna revise it some more, make some major changes to it. On the advice of Anne, however, I checked out the NESFA site, which is the New England Science Fiction Association. After poking around on their site for a new publisher, I found an article about getting published in science fiction. I also found a magazine that accepts short stories in science fiction based on merit. So I'm gonna write a couple of short stories and see if I can get those published. I go on Spring Break starting a week from tomorrow.
Anne: When did it become Thursday?
I swear, I've been waiting for Wednesday all week, then it disappears. I don't know what happened!
So this post is late, but I am posting.
Numbers was the topic, because at the time I was thinking about them. You see, numbers don't really exist, they are just abstract ideas that happen to be incredibly useful. So everyone more or less agrees that the symbols we use will represent these universal ideas. But really, the idea of numbers breaks down to a couple of categories. The most basic being the idea of none, and the idea of not-none (at least 1). It then gets more complex by adding the idea of "more than one" (2 and greater). But two is a pretty easy idea to follow, as is three. Which is why we have plenty of words for 2 of a kind, and some for three, but fewer for 4 of a kind of item. And so one. Multiple births are an exception, because you just take the Greek or Latin root for the number and add "-tuplets". Also, in binary, the number we think of as "2" is represented by "1" and the number we think of as "1" is represented by "0". So there.
On a less complicated note, I spent over 6 hours in the hospital today. Uncle Pro (my mom's uncle, for those who don't know) had to have a procedure. Fortunately, it went VERY well, he got all fixed up and looked so much better afterward.
Have a great week all!
<3 Anne
So this post is late, but I am posting.
Numbers was the topic, because at the time I was thinking about them. You see, numbers don't really exist, they are just abstract ideas that happen to be incredibly useful. So everyone more or less agrees that the symbols we use will represent these universal ideas. But really, the idea of numbers breaks down to a couple of categories. The most basic being the idea of none, and the idea of not-none (at least 1). It then gets more complex by adding the idea of "more than one" (2 and greater). But two is a pretty easy idea to follow, as is three. Which is why we have plenty of words for 2 of a kind, and some for three, but fewer for 4 of a kind of item. And so one. Multiple births are an exception, because you just take the Greek or Latin root for the number and add "-tuplets". Also, in binary, the number we think of as "2" is represented by "1" and the number we think of as "1" is represented by "0". So there.
On a less complicated note, I spent over 6 hours in the hospital today. Uncle Pro (my mom's uncle, for those who don't know) had to have a procedure. Fortunately, it went VERY well, he got all fixed up and looked so much better afterward.
Have a great week all!
<3 Anne
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
2 comments!!!
Two comments, I spilled out my heart for you guys and I got two pity comments. I don't want your pity, I want your comments on how awesome my post was. So I'm allowing re-commenting for those that did comment and asking that those that didn't read it. Now I could say this tidbit satisfies the number requirement in my post but why stop there. For starters if you don't comment on my post you will suck for three reasons, and they are below.
1) You suck so bad
2) You suck so hard
3) You suck so much
Other than that it's tax season so get your number right and do your taxes, i'm going to hand my over to my guy and he'll get them done for me. Don't use H&R Block. They suck, they mess up more than they get right.
1) You suck so bad
2) You suck so hard
3) You suck so much
Other than that it's tax season so get your number right and do your taxes, i'm going to hand my over to my guy and he'll get them done for me. Don't use H&R Block. They suck, they mess up more than they get right.
Monday, February 16, 2009
Never tell me the odds...
Last week, I was down with the flu. This week I'm in that zone where I'm getting better, but not kicking it all out so I'm getting a bit worse and then a bit better. Yesterday I was sick, and slept most of today. Thankfuly Yesterday was a holliday.
So with this in mind, I'm getting my post in... After Bill and Liz...
so this makes for a weird week.
I'm not sure where the concept of posting about numbers came up... but here's a few that I like right now
3: the number of teams at my game jam and senior project teams
13: The lucky number
42: the answer.
47: the answer with inflation taken into account.
69: the number Bill and Ted are thinking.
99: bottles of beer on the wall
May 22, 2010: My Wedding Day
3,720 to 1: Possibility of successfully navigating an asteroid field
So with this in mind, I'm getting my post in... After Bill and Liz...
so this makes for a weird week.
I'm not sure where the concept of posting about numbers came up... but here's a few that I like right now
3: the number of teams at my game jam and senior project teams
13: The lucky number
42: the answer.
47: the answer with inflation taken into account.
69: the number Bill and Ted are thinking.
99: bottles of beer on the wall
May 22, 2010: My Wedding Day
3,720 to 1: Possibility of successfully navigating an asteroid field
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Jessie: Happy Valentine's Day!
Happy Valentine's day everyone. Well, technically it's Sunday. Greg and I had comapany over for dinner Sat night, so I'm posting late.
Our company was my co-worker, Jackie. I made dinner..... roasted duck, stuffed mushrooms, cheese and broccoli, cheese souffles, chocolate covered strawberries and peanut butter-cup brownies. Well, actually Greg covered the strawberries.
Today I went and picked up the dress! I also got one for my friend's wedding that's coming up. A wine coloured little number that goes for $115. Though, since I love the clearance rack, I only paid $30 for it.
I'm making beans in the crock pot. I've had multiple requests for them, so I threw some in, and now the whole hallway smells like beans and pork!
This week is going to be busy, Monday I work 7-3, and I just know I'm not going to get enough sleep, I never do. It should be easy, being double pay (it's a holiday ;-)), the facility runs on weekend staffing.
So, I need to run off to get some beauty sleep, and since it's a number thing... here's the staffing for Monday , Anne:
Unit A1.... 2 nurses, 6 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit A2.....2 nurses, 5 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit B2......2 nurses, 5 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit ELU....1 nurse, 3 LNAs, 0 unit aide
Unit CRU....2 nurses, 2 LNAs, 0 unit aide
Unit C3......2 nurses, 5 LNA, 1 unit aide
Unit C4......2 nurses, 5 LNAs (one of them being me!!!), 1 unit aide.
There's your numbers.... unless we have call-outs or a pandemic!!!!!
Our company was my co-worker, Jackie. I made dinner..... roasted duck, stuffed mushrooms, cheese and broccoli, cheese souffles, chocolate covered strawberries and peanut butter-cup brownies. Well, actually Greg covered the strawberries.
Today I went and picked up the dress! I also got one for my friend's wedding that's coming up. A wine coloured little number that goes for $115. Though, since I love the clearance rack, I only paid $30 for it.
I'm making beans in the crock pot. I've had multiple requests for them, so I threw some in, and now the whole hallway smells like beans and pork!
This week is going to be busy, Monday I work 7-3, and I just know I'm not going to get enough sleep, I never do. It should be easy, being double pay (it's a holiday ;-)), the facility runs on weekend staffing.
So, I need to run off to get some beauty sleep, and since it's a number thing... here's the staffing for Monday , Anne:
Unit A1.... 2 nurses, 6 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit A2.....2 nurses, 5 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit B2......2 nurses, 5 LNAs, 1 unit aide
Unit ELU....1 nurse, 3 LNAs, 0 unit aide
Unit CRU....2 nurses, 2 LNAs, 0 unit aide
Unit C3......2 nurses, 5 LNA, 1 unit aide
Unit C4......2 nurses, 5 LNAs (one of them being me!!!), 1 unit aide.
There's your numbers.... unless we have call-outs or a pandemic!!!!!
Friday, February 13, 2009
Liz: What a Week
I'm with Frank, this has been one hell of a week. I have February vacation next week so this week I had a million tests to study and prep for combined with lots of little extra stuff. Oof. I feel like I haven't sleep in days so I'm pretty excited to get some shut eye tonight.
The number topic (see anne's post) has been issued. We're going to have to find some system for the topic thing, suggestions? Anyways the number topic will start next week. Starting with Gregs post.
For part of next week I'll going up to maine to do some serious sledding. Yay!
THERE IS GRASS OUTSIDE! Weather in NA has been fabulous, I hope the snow doesn't come back for the rest of the season. (except in Maine though, I want lots of snow up there :] )
Bill is comming around to the "post whenever you can during the week" idea. Does anyone else have any comments on that idea?
I joined recorder choir! I play alto recorder :]
Everyone stay healthy! (and if your sick GET BETTER!!!)
Love always,
Elizabeth
The number topic (see anne's post) has been issued. We're going to have to find some system for the topic thing, suggestions? Anyways the number topic will start next week. Starting with Gregs post.
For part of next week I'll going up to maine to do some serious sledding. Yay!
THERE IS GRASS OUTSIDE! Weather in NA has been fabulous, I hope the snow doesn't come back for the rest of the season. (except in Maine though, I want lots of snow up there :] )
Bill is comming around to the "post whenever you can during the week" idea. Does anyone else have any comments on that idea?
I joined recorder choir! I play alto recorder :]
Everyone stay healthy! (and if your sick GET BETTER!!!)
Love always,
Elizabeth
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Frank: A Long Week
So, I really have no idea what to talk about this week. I've been insanely busy this week, so I wasn't able to check the blog much at all. If we can pick up our initial format of posting our name in the title of our post, it'll make catching up a lot easier. I didn't know whose post I was reading on Wednesday until I was halfway through them. Just my two cents. Is this the week we're supposed to mention numbers? I'm not really sure how this topic this is going to work, especially if the person issuing the topic changes every week.
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
So much to post and I forgot!
I need to let you all know that I forgot to post but really did. I was actully sitting around Monday wondering when I could post. Then I got busy on Tuesday and forgot. But i'm doing it now. It's going to be a long one for me.
First of all we had layoffs at work, last Thursday. That day sucked for a lot of people but I am still working. I took Friday off as a vacation day so I could help Alecia drive to North Carolina (more on that later), so by not being there the day after a layoff, a lot of people thought I got cut, so it was funny seeing them on Monday. Dad's plant had layoff, and a lot of people got cut but he made it through. If you've never been through or been laid off you have no idea how stressful it is. You are working where your friends used to work, kinda makes you feel hollow inside.
Now on to the trip down in North Carlina....
So on Friday last week I drove with Alecia and Noah (Matt and Alecia's dog) down to N.C. It took us about 14-16 hours we took our time. Anyway if you have ever driven for hours on end listening to either dead radio air/gospel or nothing you know know what it is to drive down south. When we got to the house that Alecia was renting hte electricy was on but the water got turned off and they didn't turn it on. Now when renting most places it customary to have the water on so you pee while moving in, just call and have it transfered the next day. Not a big deal, well only if it wasn't turned on. So another night in a hotel.
Food was Southern, kinda funny and not clean. We ate at a "Waffle House"
Any way it's a greasy little hole in the wall chain that is big down south, almost as big a cracker barrel. So they use less than sanitary conditions there. No gloves when touching your food, that is even after the touch the raw meat and then touch your hot waffle or omelet. Secondly, they wipe their hands on their apron which is dirty. So you have bare hands touching dirty apron, touching your food. The grill didn't look like it got cleaned all that much and they poured on the grease. Yuck. But we ate there anyway. We paid our bill eray which is a good call on Alecia, because when the change came back a man we saw earlier came to the counter and in a low breath said something. The manager, who while a woman had a little to much chin hair asked him to repeat it louder.
I'm not lying when he said "Food's bad."
She said "Why, what wrong"
He replied, "There is a hair in it."
She gave it to one of the workers and he looked at it and said he'll "put it in the back for later." We then left, my stomach doing twists and turns.
Plane Ride Home......
So the city that Alecia lives has a little airport kinda like Providence. I got on a little jet, this time I didn't have to get on the runway to get on it so it was a bonus. Only down side was that we didn't take off on time, just a half hour late till we were in the air. I flew into Charlotte which is a big airport. We landed as my plane was boarding, crap! So I ran over and got on the plane. Now thier was a screaming child that yelled most of the way. I'm not blaming her or her parents, I have no idea why she was there or the reason. I just hope it was a good one. I do hate the woman next to me that was complaining about it hte entire time. If you do nothing to solve the problem you better do nothing to make it worse. So crying baby flying from Charlotte to NY and bitchy person next to me, nice. We land I have two mintues before my plane takes off, CRAP! The plane with the baby was so full and people are so slow they opened up the back and I walked down to the runway to the terminal. I did not know it at the time but this would happen agian. So I run to Laguida airport, which if you look out the window while you land you think you will land on water. The runway is mere yards from the water, scary. Anyway I run to the other side of the airport, and by the grace of god I made it for the last leg home. I had to walk out on the runway to my plane. It was a little two prop. plane. Guess who had a seat next to that bad boy! you guessed it, ME! The stwerdess's english, not that good, so I was planing on dying if we had to evacuate. Going sideways while taking off or flying is scary agian, but at night, wow. So i'm flying in this aircraft of death, not eaten since a disgusting waffle house thinking "I hope we land so I can eat." And we do land and out the door I go on hte runway to the termainal to meet..... no one. Dad was running late and no one was picking up thier phones, think of all the laughs I had. But now just like every good story it has to end. I walked out of the airport with Dad after (my new saying) "Living the dream".
The End
First of all we had layoffs at work, last Thursday. That day sucked for a lot of people but I am still working. I took Friday off as a vacation day so I could help Alecia drive to North Carolina (more on that later), so by not being there the day after a layoff, a lot of people thought I got cut, so it was funny seeing them on Monday. Dad's plant had layoff, and a lot of people got cut but he made it through. If you've never been through or been laid off you have no idea how stressful it is. You are working where your friends used to work, kinda makes you feel hollow inside.
Now on to the trip down in North Carlina....
So on Friday last week I drove with Alecia and Noah (Matt and Alecia's dog) down to N.C. It took us about 14-16 hours we took our time. Anyway if you have ever driven for hours on end listening to either dead radio air/gospel or nothing you know know what it is to drive down south. When we got to the house that Alecia was renting hte electricy was on but the water got turned off and they didn't turn it on. Now when renting most places it customary to have the water on so you pee while moving in, just call and have it transfered the next day. Not a big deal, well only if it wasn't turned on. So another night in a hotel.
Food was Southern, kinda funny and not clean. We ate at a "Waffle House"
If you have a weak stomach stop reading till the plane ride part.
Any way it's a greasy little hole in the wall chain that is big down south, almost as big a cracker barrel. So they use less than sanitary conditions there. No gloves when touching your food, that is even after the touch the raw meat and then touch your hot waffle or omelet. Secondly, they wipe their hands on their apron which is dirty. So you have bare hands touching dirty apron, touching your food. The grill didn't look like it got cleaned all that much and they poured on the grease. Yuck. But we ate there anyway. We paid our bill eray which is a good call on Alecia, because when the change came back a man we saw earlier came to the counter and in a low breath said something. The manager, who while a woman had a little to much chin hair asked him to repeat it louder.
I'm not lying when he said "Food's bad."
She said "Why, what wrong"
He replied, "There is a hair in it."
She gave it to one of the workers and he looked at it and said he'll "put it in the back for later." We then left, my stomach doing twists and turns.
Plane Ride Home......
So the city that Alecia lives has a little airport kinda like Providence. I got on a little jet, this time I didn't have to get on the runway to get on it so it was a bonus. Only down side was that we didn't take off on time, just a half hour late till we were in the air. I flew into Charlotte which is a big airport. We landed as my plane was boarding, crap! So I ran over and got on the plane. Now thier was a screaming child that yelled most of the way. I'm not blaming her or her parents, I have no idea why she was there or the reason. I just hope it was a good one. I do hate the woman next to me that was complaining about it hte entire time. If you do nothing to solve the problem you better do nothing to make it worse. So crying baby flying from Charlotte to NY and bitchy person next to me, nice. We land I have two mintues before my plane takes off, CRAP! The plane with the baby was so full and people are so slow they opened up the back and I walked down to the runway to the terminal. I did not know it at the time but this would happen agian. So I run to Laguida airport, which if you look out the window while you land you think you will land on water. The runway is mere yards from the water, scary. Anyway I run to the other side of the airport, and by the grace of god I made it for the last leg home. I had to walk out on the runway to my plane. It was a little two prop. plane. Guess who had a seat next to that bad boy! you guessed it, ME! The stwerdess's english, not that good, so I was planing on dying if we had to evacuate. Going sideways while taking off or flying is scary agian, but at night, wow. So i'm flying in this aircraft of death, not eaten since a disgusting waffle house thinking "I hope we land so I can eat." And we do land and out the door I go on hte runway to the termainal to meet..... no one. Dad was running late and no one was picking up thier phones, think of all the laughs I had. But now just like every good story it has to end. I walked out of the airport with Dad after (my new saying) "Living the dream".
The End
Work is going very well! I like what I do (even thought customers can be a pain) and the people I work with are absolutely lovely. I think one of them has decided to adopt me.
Other than that, things go on as they always have. The second season of The Guild is out, or at least most of it is, so I've been watching that. Always entertaining. :)
I ordered Kobolds Ate My Baby, and am awaiting that eagerly. Once I get it, I'm going to try and run a few sessions. I want to start GMing, but I didn't want to get into a huge campaign right off the bat, so I figure I'll start with something silly. So expect some extreme nerdiness in the future.
I just donated a big bag of books! I actually went through my books and got rid of some! I am SO proud of myself for going through that traumatic process. I still need a new bookshelf, of course.
Apparently the ending of Watchman the movie will be different from the one in the book. BOOOOOOO!!!
P.S. BILL How are you enjoying Watchmen? It's dark, but very good.
I think that's about it for now. For next weeks topic, why don't we talk about numbers? Anything at all, just tie it into numbers somehow.
That's all for me! Have a great week everyone!
Other than that, things go on as they always have. The second season of The Guild is out, or at least most of it is, so I've been watching that. Always entertaining. :)
I ordered Kobolds Ate My Baby, and am awaiting that eagerly. Once I get it, I'm going to try and run a few sessions. I want to start GMing, but I didn't want to get into a huge campaign right off the bat, so I figure I'll start with something silly. So expect some extreme nerdiness in the future.
I just donated a big bag of books! I actually went through my books and got rid of some! I am SO proud of myself for going through that traumatic process. I still need a new bookshelf, of course.
Apparently the ending of Watchman the movie will be different from the one in the book. BOOOOOOO!!!
P.S. BILL How are you enjoying Watchmen? It's dark, but very good.
I think that's about it for now. For next weeks topic, why don't we talk about numbers? Anything at all, just tie it into numbers somehow.
That's all for me! Have a great week everyone!
Monday, February 9, 2009
Serriously
Jess spoke a little too soon... Shortly after she posted, I got sick. I've been asleep most of the day, trying to recover from what she had last week.
Jess bought me this awesome watch for V-Day. She wanted to make sure I had, as the actualy 14th might be crazy for both of us. What makes this watch so cool is that it doesn't need a battery... As long as I wear it, the movement of my hand will wind it up. It's not as accurate as a quartz watch, but then again, I don't need a battery.
There was a discussion on Obama. Being sick and all, I can't express myself as I normally would. So instead I made an image of what I think when I listen to you all talk about Obama.
Common, a guy who's "Good for a beer" can't be bad as you all make him out to be.
Jess bought me this awesome watch for V-Day. She wanted to make sure I had, as the actualy 14th might be crazy for both of us. What makes this watch so cool is that it doesn't need a battery... As long as I wear it, the movement of my hand will wind it up. It's not as accurate as a quartz watch, but then again, I don't need a battery.
There was a discussion on Obama. Being sick and all, I can't express myself as I normally would. So instead I made an image of what I think when I listen to you all talk about Obama.
Common, a guy who's "Good for a beer" can't be bad as you all make him out to be.
Saturday, February 7, 2009
just stuff
Hi guys. I'll be honest and tell you I'm writing this on Sunday, but dating it to Saturday. Maybe once spring comes, I'll get it all together. Every week, I get a cold or the flu or something. Gregory seems to have some super-immunity genes or something. He hardly gets sick. So this week it was the flu. I'm almost up to par today.
I got my wedding dress. It was going out of style, so I bought it right on the spot. It's a size smaller than I normally take, but fits very well. There's pictures on facebook (don't worry, Greg can't see any of them because he's blocked!!)
I did make a cake yesterday. It is a rum cake with vanilla buttercream frosting. I got an electric hand mixer, and it makes things sooo much easier.
So that's it for now. I hope you all have a wonderful week!
I got my wedding dress. It was going out of style, so I bought it right on the spot. It's a size smaller than I normally take, but fits very well. There's pictures on facebook (don't worry, Greg can't see any of them because he's blocked!!)
I did make a cake yesterday. It is a rum cake with vanilla buttercream frosting. I got an electric hand mixer, and it makes things sooo much easier.
So that's it for now. I hope you all have a wonderful week!
Friday, February 6, 2009
Do you like Pancakes?
So today I spent the entire day at Coyle Cassidy high school on a band field trip. We're doing a combined concert with them on Sunday (I have details if people want to come). We're playing Carmina Burana, Les Miserables, and some march. With the chorus singing for Les Mes and Carmina. It's should be really fun :]
Obama! I realize after seriously thinking about this topic that I don't have a very strong opinion. Mainly due to my lack of common basic political knowledge. However. I still feel as though Obama should help the environment but at this time wait till the economy is more stable. His timing is crucial.
Who wants the next topic? I figure they can make an post posting the topic sometime today. (because jess will talk about it tomorrow.) So, just pick a topic anything! Maybe not politics this time though. A different genre. We shouldn't have back to back topic genre's. Does that make sense? I'm not saying politics ever again just twice. It doesn't have a rule more of just a request to get different stuff around the table. :p
-Liz
Obama! I realize after seriously thinking about this topic that I don't have a very strong opinion. Mainly due to my lack of common basic political knowledge. However. I still feel as though Obama should help the environment but at this time wait till the economy is more stable. His timing is crucial.
Who wants the next topic? I figure they can make an post posting the topic sometime today. (because jess will talk about it tomorrow.) So, just pick a topic anything! Maybe not politics this time though. A different genre. We shouldn't have back to back topic genre's. Does that make sense? I'm not saying politics ever again just twice. It doesn't have a rule more of just a request to get different stuff around the table. :p
-Liz
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Frank: Skeptical of a Green Obama
I'm not a fan of Obama's energy plan. Besides my own personal doubts about global warming, there's a crucial aspect of his energy plan with which I've always had an issue. He won't invest in nuclear power. He'll invest in wind and solar power, which is nice, but our energy consumption already dwarfs what we can produce from those resources. His plan wants to make 10% of our energy consumption come from renewable resources by 2012. Anything projected for beyond 2016 is pixie dust, Obama can't legally run the country after then so his policies have no guarantee of being enforced. Even at its best, only a quarter of our energy consumption would be from renewable resources. Why not invest in a stronger energy source with more potential for growth? Because Obama is opposed to nuclear energy. Conveniently, it's not the most popular thing to support these days. So that's my take on Obama's energy plan, I think it's misguided at best. So, I guess technically I oppose his energy plan because the economy is more important.
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
I hate thinking up titles
Ok, first up- Obama's Energy plan. I think that he's talked to some very smart and enthusiastic people about green technology. And I also think that he can help make some great strides. But I have to wonder whether he's taken into account things like our current grids and the sheer amount of effort we'll need to completely convert. And there the issue of whether or not green technology can save our economy. I don't think it can, by itself, but it seems like a better idea than million dollar bailouts to keep the fat cats in Wall Street happy.
2nd: Work is good! I'm becoming increasingly more comfortable with my job and the people I work with. I like going to work, even though it can get crazy.
3rd- I have no idea. But I felt like numbering these things. Take care kids!
<3
Anne
2nd: Work is good! I'm becoming increasingly more comfortable with my job and the people I work with. I like going to work, even though it can get crazy.
3rd- I have no idea. But I felt like numbering these things. Take care kids!
<3
Anne
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Obamma's Energy Plan
I call it his energy plan more than his environmental plan because that is what is on the Whitehouse website. Anyway it come down to this he is doing a lot, some might even say some of the things are not reasonable. But you have to start somewhere! Aim high, just don't throw money into it, plan. I think that the number of cars he wants converted over to hybrids is a little high unless the price comes down on them. But it does do two things, saves the environment and creates jobs if the cars are made in the US. His infrastructure plans are a little strange, they only want to us US steel and US made goods, while this sounds nice the EAU said that will more or less start a trade war with them if they can't even bid on jobs. Now that being said i'm for Free Trade. Free Trade along with Fair Trade. I'm against tariffs dropped at the ports but crop back up in a province or territory it's just not fair. We don't do it in the US don't do it in other countries. Well more snow I'm off to shovel after putting in some laundry.
Monday, February 2, 2009
Can you DIG it?
I'm still somewhat sleep deprived from the Jam. Some time during the jam Anne got on the chat room with our web feed and starts talking smack to me and my students. Anne, you're not exactly well liked after your Mt. Dew comment. Somewhere along the line I tell her I'm thinking of jumping in chaos and make a game myself. I honestly don't remember what she said, but it was to the effect of "Whatever".
So with 15 hours left to go, I finally started. I created an "ART" game. These games focus on creating an experience whose meaning is whatever you take from it.
You Have To Dig A Grave
You might like the games my students made as well
Shadow and Zen Attack
One game I've taken a liking too is Monster <3 Kitty
If you know the film above,
you might enjoy this mashup
So with 15 hours left to go, I finally started. I created an "ART" game. These games focus on creating an experience whose meaning is whatever you take from it.
You Have To Dig A Grave
You might like the games my students made as well
Shadow and Zen Attack
One game I've taken a liking too is Monster <3 Kitty
If you know the film above,
you might enjoy this mashup
Sunday, February 1, 2009
Superbowl Sunday
I like watching the Superbowl for the commercials and the halftime show. I enjoyed the halftime show tonight , even though I'm not a huge Springsteen fan. And I had mint cookie ice cream. Yum.
So this afternoon on my lunch break I spontaneously decided to go meet with Frank for his lunch break and we could have lunch together. I got to Babies R Us and discovered he was not there. So I went to Panera, where he always has lunch, and he wasn't there either. Turns out he'd gone to McDonald's for lunch. So I went back to Bellingham and stopped at our Panera and had chicken soup. I kinda felt a little foolish.
As Frank said, wedding plans are going along. We're gonna have chicken parm at the reception, as well as caesar salad (my favorite!!) and meatballs and ziti and sausage with peppers and onions. Oh and bread. And coffee, and of course cake. I tried my dress on Tuesday, and it fit nicely : ) it was exciting.
I try not to get involved in politics, at all, because they all make me angry. Obama specifically has always rubbed me the wrong way, and I'm not exactly sure why. John Kerry always did too. One thing I don't like about Obama is that he's so charasmatic, and he knows it, and he uses it to his advantage. Which is ok I guess, to a point. But if he were to decide something that he thought was a really good idea, he could get enough people to agree with him to make it happen, even if it wasn't a good idea. Anyway, I can't get into politics. It will result in long rants.
So this afternoon on my lunch break I spontaneously decided to go meet with Frank for his lunch break and we could have lunch together. I got to Babies R Us and discovered he was not there. So I went to Panera, where he always has lunch, and he wasn't there either. Turns out he'd gone to McDonald's for lunch. So I went back to Bellingham and stopped at our Panera and had chicken soup. I kinda felt a little foolish.
As Frank said, wedding plans are going along. We're gonna have chicken parm at the reception, as well as caesar salad (my favorite!!) and meatballs and ziti and sausage with peppers and onions. Oh and bread. And coffee, and of course cake. I tried my dress on Tuesday, and it fit nicely : ) it was exciting.
I try not to get involved in politics, at all, because they all make me angry. Obama specifically has always rubbed me the wrong way, and I'm not exactly sure why. John Kerry always did too. One thing I don't like about Obama is that he's so charasmatic, and he knows it, and he uses it to his advantage. Which is ok I guess, to a point. But if he were to decide something that he thought was a really good idea, he could get enough people to agree with him to make it happen, even if it wasn't a good idea. Anyway, I can't get into politics. It will result in long rants.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
Same old, same old
Well, nothing really new everyone! I feel better, due to the fact that I've had a cough and congestion since New Year's eve. Tomorrow is a new month, one month closer to spring.
Tomorrow I am going wedding dress shopping with my mother. I think it's more of a bonding/quality time experience.
So, about the Obama enviromental plan...
Well, I'm all for going green and preserving what we haven't ruined yet. I agree with Liz though, fix the friggin' economy first! Prioritize Mr. President! Also, I'm not just saying that because both of my parents are looking at a layoff in the next month. My dad is almost positive that he won't get laid off, because he's the only certified American-Lafrance (fire engines) painter in the area. Also. he has large ties to PSNH, and often gets jobs repairing the trucks and painting them, which brings a lot of money to the company he works for. If you don't know, my dad is a welder/fabricator/painter (and my favorite mechanic).
My mom works for GE. She makes airplane parts. She welds parts together and says it's boring, but it pays well. She was one of the last people hired over the last 5 years ( I think she's been there that long). So she'll be almost the first to go.
My brother drives a truck for motorstar tires. He is also a voulenteer firefighter and EMT. He hopes the "voulenteer" part doesn't last to long, but until he can take the test, he is looking into working for the state again in the DOT as a truck driver and plow the snow (the hours are crazy when it snows, but last year he makde almost $2000 a week!)
My sister is a pastry chef. She works at CR Sparks. She is feeling the pinch, since they cut her hours. It's her first official job after graduating college.
And me, well I work in healthcare, so I'm ok right now. I'd like to advance, but that'll have to wait until i can pay my bills down and get settled.
And I know I kinda rambled on and on, sorry!
Tomorrow I am going wedding dress shopping with my mother. I think it's more of a bonding/quality time experience.
So, about the Obama enviromental plan...
Well, I'm all for going green and preserving what we haven't ruined yet. I agree with Liz though, fix the friggin' economy first! Prioritize Mr. President! Also, I'm not just saying that because both of my parents are looking at a layoff in the next month. My dad is almost positive that he won't get laid off, because he's the only certified American-Lafrance (fire engines) painter in the area. Also. he has large ties to PSNH, and often gets jobs repairing the trucks and painting them, which brings a lot of money to the company he works for. If you don't know, my dad is a welder/fabricator/painter (and my favorite mechanic).
My mom works for GE. She makes airplane parts. She welds parts together and says it's boring, but it pays well. She was one of the last people hired over the last 5 years ( I think she's been there that long). So she'll be almost the first to go.
My brother drives a truck for motorstar tires. He is also a voulenteer firefighter and EMT. He hopes the "voulenteer" part doesn't last to long, but until he can take the test, he is looking into working for the state again in the DOT as a truck driver and plow the snow (the hours are crazy when it snows, but last year he makde almost $2000 a week!)
My sister is a pastry chef. She works at CR Sparks. She is feeling the pinch, since they cut her hours. It's her first official job after graduating college.
And me, well I work in healthcare, so I'm ok right now. I'd like to advance, but that'll have to wait until i can pay my bills down and get settled.
And I know I kinda rambled on and on, sorry!
Friday, January 30, 2009
February 30th!
It's Friday Family!
ok. first off. Holy crap what a week. It was like "woah your back at school" then "whoa omg snow" then "omfg chemistry quiz" then "hey it's friday!". And the whole time I'm like "man I can't wait for thursday when bones comes on." (which I missed!). So. Other stuff happened but it's not really interesting except I would like to mention I got Catcher and the Rye today in english. I don't know anything about it except that someone drops the F-bomb on page 201. There seems to be mixed feelings on the main character and about the book among my friends so I'm excited to get my own opinion once I finish.
Um. I was thinking that maybe we could run off with one of my ideas earlier? I'm gonna post a topic and it'd be cool if people could mention their opinion on it in their post. Also to frank and everyone else. There will be a meeting between us all to discuss the blog. I'll see if I can figure out some date. oh, right the topic.
So, I picked a political topic! It's obamas environmental plan. I thought it was pretty good because whether you like Obama or not doesn't really make a big difference. Basically you just say which side of the argument you like best. The argument:
Obama's like "hey, lets go green I'm gonna create lots of jobs for America!"
But other people are like "whoa slow down there big guy, are sure? I mean we gotta fix the economy like right now and this green thing would cost lots of dough, and should we really be using all our money on that right now?"
Here's the full article I suggest you read it, because my summary isn't very good....
That's it about now. However most importantly,
Say a prayer for her on Sunday.
-Liz
ok. first off. Holy crap what a week. It was like "woah your back at school" then "whoa omg snow" then "omfg chemistry quiz" then "hey it's friday!". And the whole time I'm like "man I can't wait for thursday when bones comes on." (which I missed!). So. Other stuff happened but it's not really interesting except I would like to mention I got Catcher and the Rye today in english. I don't know anything about it except that someone drops the F-bomb on page 201. There seems to be mixed feelings on the main character and about the book among my friends so I'm excited to get my own opinion once I finish.
Um. I was thinking that maybe we could run off with one of my ideas earlier? I'm gonna post a topic and it'd be cool if people could mention their opinion on it in their post. Also to frank and everyone else. There will be a meeting between us all to discuss the blog. I'll see if I can figure out some date. oh, right the topic.
So, I picked a political topic! It's obamas environmental plan. I thought it was pretty good because whether you like Obama or not doesn't really make a big difference. Basically you just say which side of the argument you like best. The argument:
Obama's like "hey, lets go green I'm gonna create lots of jobs for America!"
But other people are like "whoa slow down there big guy, are sure? I mean we gotta fix the economy like right now and this green thing would cost lots of dough, and should we really be using all our money on that right now?"
Here's the full article I suggest you read it, because my summary isn't very good....
That's it about now. However most importantly,
Say a prayer for her on Sunday.
-Liz
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Frank: Another Brick in the Wall
Nothing much to say this week. I had a bunch of stuff I was planning to write about, but of course I've forgotten all of it by now. Oh well, I've gotten used to that now. We still didn't get together to talk rules revisions, we should do that soon. Even if we just decide to change nothing, I think sitting down and talking about it will help.
Wedding planning is moving along smoothly. Bridesmaid's dresses are almost settled, we booked our caterer and basically have all the major things booked and we've almost get enough money to pay for them all now. Still waiting to hear if the publisher received my manuscript.
Wedding planning is moving along smoothly. Bridesmaid's dresses are almost settled, we booked our caterer and basically have all the major things booked and we've almost get enough money to pay for them all now. Still waiting to hear if the publisher received my manuscript.
Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Fierce!
I will be wholly unoriginal and agree that snows sucks, especially when combined with rain and sleet and ice.
I had my 1st day at the pharmacy today! It went well, I thought. I have TONS to learn, but that's good, it'll keep me from being bored.
I was a responsible person today. I paid bills and took out the trash and consolidated my student loans so I can actually pay them back in an orderly fashion. But now I crave chocolate like you wouldn't believe.
I have a new Pandora station, based upon Chopin. It's not bad, and it makes good background music.
No news on the potential D&D game I want to run. I can't find enough players. So I think I might run one shots of Konolds Ate My Baby.
I had my 1st day at the pharmacy today! It went well, I thought. I have TONS to learn, but that's good, it'll keep me from being bored.
I was a responsible person today. I paid bills and took out the trash and consolidated my student loans so I can actually pay them back in an orderly fashion. But now I crave chocolate like you wouldn't believe.
I have a new Pandora station, based upon Chopin. It's not bad, and it makes good background music.
No news on the potential D&D game I want to run. I can't find enough players. So I think I might run one shots of Konolds Ate My Baby.
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
not much to reprot
There isn't much to report other than Greg and Jess need to take some photos and post them. Make sure they are FIERCE. Same thing goes for Frank and Lisa. We took pictures at nana's party and they are fierce! So step up and get it done. Um, I'm going to North Carolina next weekend to help Alecia settle in. Matt should be back later next month, his tour keeps on getting extended which sucks. Well it's goping to snow here so i'm going to bed early to make sure I wake up early and shovel my car out. That's all.
Monday, January 26, 2009
Preping for the Jam
This is coming in late. I was sick and was extremely tired as I sat down to write. So, I'm back now and okay.
Frank, you need to understand where I'm coming from. The conservatives, particularly the young republican club and their rag of paper were a collective mass of stupidity and ignorance. When you look at the extreme liberals, whom were also just a bad. Remember that the same extremist are on the other side. My goal is to try and find some middle ground, when possible. Granted, I blow up from time to time and everything seems to be fair game at that time. Regardless, there's one fact that is always true :
Yankee Fans are all Evil.
Next weekend is the Global Game Jam. I will be busy all weekend long as I've organized the venue at NHTI. A game jam is and event that takes place over 24 to 48 hours. The goal is to build a game in that time period. Two weeks ago, I talked about World of Goo. That game came from a "Tower of Goo", a game created in a game jam. I'll be broadcasting live from school as well. I'll drop some links below for more information and the live feed.
http://globalgamejam.org/
http://nhtigamejam.blogspot.com/
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/global-game-jam-%40-nhti
Frank, you need to understand where I'm coming from. The conservatives, particularly the young republican club and their rag of paper were a collective mass of stupidity and ignorance. When you look at the extreme liberals, whom were also just a bad. Remember that the same extremist are on the other side. My goal is to try and find some middle ground, when possible. Granted, I blow up from time to time and everything seems to be fair game at that time. Regardless, there's one fact that is always true :
Yankee Fans are all Evil.
Next weekend is the Global Game Jam. I will be busy all weekend long as I've organized the venue at NHTI. A game jam is and event that takes place over 24 to 48 hours. The goal is to build a game in that time period. Two weeks ago, I talked about World of Goo. That game came from a "Tower of Goo", a game created in a game jam. I'll be broadcasting live from school as well. I'll drop some links below for more information and the live feed.
http://globalgamejam.org/
http://nhtigamejam.blogspot.com/
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/global-game-jam-%40-nhti
Friday, January 23, 2009
Quick Post
They're finally over! No more midterms!! So tonight I have a few things I want to touch base on but I don't have time to write it all down. I'm going to the coffee house later so I was worried I'd forget to post when I get back. But if I do remeber then I can fix this post so it's more..juicy? Is that the word I'm looking for? I have no idea.
Yay Frank! Taking MTELS that's super exciting, good luck!
Also congrats to Greg and Jess are some of the most cutest photos! I saw them on facebook :D
Go Bill for buying some "pimpin' " (that's right I quoted him!) outfits when he went shopping.
Go Anne for her new d and d game I want to hear about that!
ok so bye for now!
p.s our blog picture isn't the obama logo is it? It's pepsi right? I thought it was obama's but I think it might actually be pepsi's. Anyone know?
-Liz
Yay Frank! Taking MTELS that's super exciting, good luck!
Also congrats to Greg and Jess are some of the most cutest photos! I saw them on facebook :D
Go Bill for buying some "pimpin' " (that's right I quoted him!) outfits when he went shopping.
Go Anne for her new d and d game I want to hear about that!
ok so bye for now!
p.s our blog picture isn't the obama logo is it? It's pepsi right? I thought it was obama's but I think it might actually be pepsi's. Anyone know?
-Liz
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Frank: Dokapon Kingdom! and MTELs!
So I acquired Dokapon Kingdom last Saturday, and it's pretty fun. I think it'd be a lot more fun to play with people than CPUs, since they have absurdly good luck. Also, they don't screw each other over as much as they mess with me. But the game delivers everything promised, though it moves slower than I imagined. However, the turn based style makes it easy to keep playing, long after you meant to stop.
Earlier this week, I registered to take the MTEL. MTEL stands for Massachussetts Tests for Educator Licensure, and I can't teach without a license. I'm gonna go for English 8-12 grade license and probably teach for the next couple of years. I really enjoy teaching, and every chance I've gotten to teach, I always do well. I would love to get published and become a novel writer, but teaching will give me time and motivation to earn my master's degree and I think I would eventually want to become an English professor at a liberal arts institution. That's all much further down the line of course. I'll be taking my test on March 7th.
I found an awesome conservative blog I would like to add to our blog friends/blogs we can check from the dashboard, but I don't want to upset anyone or expose this blog to unprovoked nasty commenting. I know people associated with the blog and don't want to be embarrassed or embarrass my friends. Perhaps we can discuss this over the next week or so, and I would gladly welcome a liberal blog to be added to keep things fair and balanced.
I implore the rest of you to consider a rules change. I speak for myself, but I believe there's a similar sentiment among other members of the blog that posting is a chore and brings up a lot of negative memories. We need to reinvent the blog in a way that makes it more fun for everyone. We can't accomplish that under the current system. As Greg pointed out, double commenting is against the blog rules and was violated last week. However, that rule was put in place to prevent spiteful spamming, and in the spirit of the rule, I chose to comment twice when I had something else to say. Especially since we can't edit our comments, it's really annoying to want to add something and have to risk being punished. This is an excellent example of something we should change. If there's a valid discussion in the comments, why let a rule get in the way? CARTHAGO DELENDA EST!
Earlier this week, I registered to take the MTEL. MTEL stands for Massachussetts Tests for Educator Licensure, and I can't teach without a license. I'm gonna go for English 8-12 grade license and probably teach for the next couple of years. I really enjoy teaching, and every chance I've gotten to teach, I always do well. I would love to get published and become a novel writer, but teaching will give me time and motivation to earn my master's degree and I think I would eventually want to become an English professor at a liberal arts institution. That's all much further down the line of course. I'll be taking my test on March 7th.
I found an awesome conservative blog I would like to add to our blog friends/blogs we can check from the dashboard, but I don't want to upset anyone or expose this blog to unprovoked nasty commenting. I know people associated with the blog and don't want to be embarrassed or embarrass my friends. Perhaps we can discuss this over the next week or so, and I would gladly welcome a liberal blog to be added to keep things fair and balanced.
I implore the rest of you to consider a rules change. I speak for myself, but I believe there's a similar sentiment among other members of the blog that posting is a chore and brings up a lot of negative memories. We need to reinvent the blog in a way that makes it more fun for everyone. We can't accomplish that under the current system. As Greg pointed out, double commenting is against the blog rules and was violated last week. However, that rule was put in place to prevent spiteful spamming, and in the spirit of the rule, I chose to comment twice when I had something else to say. Especially since we can't edit our comments, it's really annoying to want to add something and have to risk being punished. This is an excellent example of something we should change. If there's a valid discussion in the comments, why let a rule get in the way? CARTHAGO DELENDA EST!
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Ta Da!
Ok! So I liked the idea of all of us making CD's. But posting the challenge then disabling comments was NOT COOL. A little to "Blog Ghost". But I still want to make everyone CD's! So I'll be doing that. No promises on when it'll get done, but it's on my List.
I'm going to Amherst, and getting the best wings in the world!!!!! Be jealous peons, that you are not me!
Things are going well. I have this WICKED AMAZING AWESOME idea for a D'n'D game, so I might try running one. I'll start with some pre-mades, I think. Just to figure out what the hell I'm doing. Then I'll start getting into my real campaign. But I'm very excited about this! I'm thinking a game every 1-2 weeks, so we can accommodate different schedules.
I think that's about it.
For Bill: I have 7 books left to download.
And for your listening enjoyment- I'm currently obsessed with this song.
I'm going to Amherst, and getting the best wings in the world!!!!! Be jealous peons, that you are not me!
Things are going well. I have this WICKED AMAZING AWESOME idea for a D'n'D game, so I might try running one. I'll start with some pre-mades, I think. Just to figure out what the hell I'm doing. Then I'll start getting into my real campaign. But I'm very excited about this! I'm thinking a game every 1-2 weeks, so we can accommodate different schedules.
I think that's about it.
For Bill: I have 7 books left to download.
And for your listening enjoyment- I'm currently obsessed with this song.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
OMG!!!!
Ok so two things happend tpday that rarly happen. One happens every 4 or 8 years most of the time and the other happens about once a year.
First of all I went shopping for clothes, I don't like doing it but I end up looking good and most things were on sale. So I supported the economy and are looking good, not bad.
Second was that Barack Obama was sworn in as president. Once again a peaceful transition of power, good for us. And here is a stat for you 1.9 million people to see (unofficial- just what I saw on ABC news) and 0 arrests. Now that is a good start. While I did not vote for this president and do not support all of his views I did not support all of McCain's views. But he did win, he has a tough road ahead and will back him as our leader. My fear is not for him but for the hole that he steps in and if the job he does is not enough, will it ruin the Democratic party for the next 20 years? I think the job he will do will be good, but will good cut it for most Amercians?
PS it snowed again and it is offical, i hate snow.
Bill
First of all I went shopping for clothes, I don't like doing it but I end up looking good and most things were on sale. So I supported the economy and are looking good, not bad.
Second was that Barack Obama was sworn in as president. Once again a peaceful transition of power, good for us. And here is a stat for you 1.9 million people to see (unofficial- just what I saw on ABC news) and 0 arrests. Now that is a good start. While I did not vote for this president and do not support all of his views I did not support all of McCain's views. But he did win, he has a tough road ahead and will back him as our leader. My fear is not for him but for the hole that he steps in and if the job he does is not enough, will it ruin the Democratic party for the next 20 years? I think the job he will do will be good, but will good cut it for most Amercians?
PS it snowed again and it is offical, i hate snow.
Bill
Monday, January 19, 2009
Maybe later...
Bill pointed out to me yesterday, that Jess and him commented twice on a post. That breaks, a rule... But I can be a flaming brown starfish and it's all okay. That's a problem. It's a problem that I can't think about the blog without a negative rush over me.
I might come back later and write a post later.
I might come back later and write a post later.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Just the same old stuff!
Hi everyone! Not too much going on this week. I've been sick, still, and after calling out sick for a day, I finally went to the doctor's ( it had been 4 years since I set foot in that place.) She put me on some antibiotics ; azithromycin, more commonly known as a Z-pack. It's 5 daily doses. The first day I take 2 pills, then 1 each day after. I've only taken it once before for bronchitis. The next day I felt a lot better. I just hope Greg doesn't get it.
It's supposed to snow tonight. Seems like every time I blog it snows......and I still hate snow.... and Liz, you can't change my mind.
Tomorrow Greg and I have a 1:30 appointment for our engagement photos. I'm thinking of wearing my baby doll black dress. Greg is going to wear his suit and one of his new shirts and a tie I got him for Christmas.
I'm trying to get the house cleaned up for the UFC pay-per-view party Greg is having next weekend. I'm in charge of the catering, so I'm going to do a few dips, Chinese chicken wings and Reese's peanut butter cup brownies.
My mom got me the official recipe for the A&W root beer pulled pork, so within the next few weeks I'd like to try that. I made another batch of beans, this time I used ham stock, and it came out awesome! I don't know if it's because I let them cook for 2 days, or just the ingredients.
I still would like to find some time where all of us girls can get together and cook. I know everyone has a different schedule, but just something to think about. I know I've offered Anne cooking lessons =-) by the second time you cook something, it just comes natural. Heck, I even got Greg cooking things he probably never would have tired (he makes a fantastic version of Greek spinach pie, it was so good, my mom LOVED it --- and she usually only eats the authentic stuff).
So that's all for now. I wish everyone an awesome week!
It's supposed to snow tonight. Seems like every time I blog it snows......and I still hate snow.... and Liz, you can't change my mind.
Tomorrow Greg and I have a 1:30 appointment for our engagement photos. I'm thinking of wearing my baby doll black dress. Greg is going to wear his suit and one of his new shirts and a tie I got him for Christmas.
I'm trying to get the house cleaned up for the UFC pay-per-view party Greg is having next weekend. I'm in charge of the catering, so I'm going to do a few dips, Chinese chicken wings and Reese's peanut butter cup brownies.
My mom got me the official recipe for the A&W root beer pulled pork, so within the next few weeks I'd like to try that. I made another batch of beans, this time I used ham stock, and it came out awesome! I don't know if it's because I let them cook for 2 days, or just the ingredients.
I still would like to find some time where all of us girls can get together and cook. I know everyone has a different schedule, but just something to think about. I know I've offered Anne cooking lessons =-) by the second time you cook something, it just comes natural. Heck, I even got Greg cooking things he probably never would have tired (he makes a fantastic version of Greek spinach pie, it was so good, my mom LOVED it --- and she usually only eats the authentic stuff).
So that's all for now. I wish everyone an awesome week!
Friday, January 16, 2009
My Hidden Talent?
um...Hello?
So I was kind of disappointed this week to find that there was little response to the topic that my last post was centered around (but thank you frank for mentioning it!). If you thought I was joking about it and all, well, I wasn't. We really need to have a little chat outside of cyberspace. More details on that will be taken care of by me. Expect an e-mail!
Random Stuff With Me
Moving along...So my week has been, ew. I have tons of midterms to prepare for next week. I'm freaking out a bit. And I'm just in general very busy. I don't know why but it's like every week there's something I'm doing, or going to, or preparing to go to! It's fun though, and I'll be less stressed after these horrible midterms. Oh, and I have a new favorite show!!! BONES!!!! I'm getting addicted. Does anyone have it on dvd? Can I borrow it? (chances are nobody here has heard of it.)
Oh and on Saturday I'm going to attend this workshop on finding your "hidden talents" which I am all over like white on rice. Will it be hilarious? Eye-opening? Who knows? (I'll have to fill you guys in on my results in my next post.)
Have a great week!!!
-Liz
So I was kind of disappointed this week to find that there was little response to the topic that my last post was centered around (but thank you frank for mentioning it!). If you thought I was joking about it and all, well, I wasn't. We really need to have a little chat outside of cyberspace. More details on that will be taken care of by me. Expect an e-mail!
Random Stuff With Me
Moving along...So my week has been, ew. I have tons of midterms to prepare for next week. I'm freaking out a bit. And I'm just in general very busy. I don't know why but it's like every week there's something I'm doing, or going to, or preparing to go to! It's fun though, and I'll be less stressed after these horrible midterms. Oh, and I have a new favorite show!!! BONES!!!! I'm getting addicted. Does anyone have it on dvd? Can I borrow it? (chances are nobody here has heard of it.)
Oh and on Saturday I'm going to attend this workshop on finding your "hidden talents" which I am all over like white on rice. Will it be hilarious? Eye-opening? Who knows? (I'll have to fill you guys in on my results in my next post.)
Have a great week!!!
-Liz
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Frank: Oh No! Kobolds Ate My Baby!
That's right, I just found this website after reading the list of things Mr. Welch is not allowed to do in RPGs. Kobolds ate my Baby . It looks entertaining, especially for you, Anne.
We still need to figure out what changes we want to make to the blog. Something needs to be done, to revitalize the fun part of the blog. Again, I wonder if we've passed that point of bringing the blog back.
On a lighter note, I sent my manuscript out to a publisher this past Tuesday, and should hear in about three months. People at home, keep an eye out for a postcard addressed to me, that will be how they let me know my manuscript has been received. I sent it out to DAW books, a science fiction publisher owned by Penguin.
We still need to figure out what changes we want to make to the blog. Something needs to be done, to revitalize the fun part of the blog. Again, I wonder if we've passed that point of bringing the blog back.
On a lighter note, I sent my manuscript out to a publisher this past Tuesday, and should hear in about three months. People at home, keep an eye out for a postcard addressed to me, that will be how they let me know my manuscript has been received. I sent it out to DAW books, a science fiction publisher owned by Penguin.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
*headdesk*
This is my last week at the crappy retail job, so naturally, I've been doing anything and everything they can find for me to do. Including re-doing the project I just finished. But after tomorrow, things should be better. Tomorrow I get to get up before dawn in about 10 degree weather with biting winds to unload 400 boxes on an icy sidewalk. So like I said- after that, it's a cakewalk.
I took a quiz, "What kind of badass are you?" and my result was Korben Dallas. I was pretty pleased with that.
I will do both story and CD, but not now! Let me get through this week and the next, which will involve much traveling for me.
This is my last week at the crappy retail job, so naturally, I've been doing anything and everything they can find for me to do. Including re-doing the project I just finished. But after tomorrow, things should be better. Tomorrow I get to get up before dawn in about 10 degree weather with biting winds to unload 400 boxes on an icy sidewalk. So like I said- after that, it's a cakewalk.
I took a quiz, "What kind of badass are you?" and my result was Korben Dallas. I was pretty pleased with that.
I will do both story and CD, but not now! Let me get through this week and the next, which will involve much traveling for me.
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
Buy and hide your guns!
Yup that is what Obama has done for the economy so far besides pushing Bush to release some more funds in a rebate or tax break. I'm not sure why people are buying guns but it happened last when Clinton took office. I personally don't think that the president elect will do much to our gun controls, not more regulation but more enforcement I think is needed. Anyway I don't have much to say because if I did want to say something i'd call you.
Monday, January 12, 2009
I'll tell you where to stick it...
I picked up World of Goo last week. If you know anyone who has a Wii, tell them to get the game. It's one of the down loadable games there. I got the PC version of it, and having a blast. If Tim Burton was a game designer, he might have made World of Goo. The game is simple, you stack balls of goo into chains to form towers, bridges, and other structures to reach a pipe at the end of th level. The pipe collects the goo balls to the World of Goo Corporation. That's where you can use the extra balls collected to build the biggest tower that you can into the sky. It's a global meta game where I'm playing against others to see how high you can go. I had 19.6 meters tower before it collapsed upon itself. So right now I'm 11m tall right now with several goo balls left to use.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Hi everyone! Not much going on this week. I finally got rid of most of my cold. I do have a horrible cough and a stuffy nose. Work isn't so hot, I really need a vacation or a pick-me-up because I'm tbasically at the end of my rope. I'd really like to get into maternity, but someone has to retire or die for an outsider to get that kind of a job (unless I became a nurse). I don't know, I've just been a bit down lately and it's just a funk I get in once in a blue moon, and it worries Greg.
As I write this, it's snowing out. We are supposed to get close to a foot over the next few days. I personally don't like snow, but I do like it better than ice. Winter is just depressing. I'd like snow for Christmas, and that's it. I know it's still early, but I believe it's worn out it's welcome early!
Greg and I went to the wedding expo and got all kinds of goodies! I booked an appointment with David's Bridal in Nashua, but have to bump the date, because I'm working that day. We are thinking of having the reception at the Yard Restaurant. It's a very nice place, and with the small amount of research I've done, the prices aren't that bad. I had considered a few other places, but after seeing that they won't allow my sister to make the cake, my mom's co-worker to dj, and that a buffet dinner costs $60 a plate, I knew I had to look further.
Greg seems excited about the wedding stuff. We have ideas for flowers. My sister is supposed to get married the January before us, and my favorite flower store, dandy-lions, can sell us flowers wholesale and very very inexpensively. Right now, a dozen roses (which last about 3 weeks) only cost $5. I bought my mom some, and Greg got me some. Carnations are about $3 a dozen. Since carnations are more durable, I'm thinking of using them for some DIY centerpieces.
So, that's it for now, have a great week!
As I write this, it's snowing out. We are supposed to get close to a foot over the next few days. I personally don't like snow, but I do like it better than ice. Winter is just depressing. I'd like snow for Christmas, and that's it. I know it's still early, but I believe it's worn out it's welcome early!
Greg and I went to the wedding expo and got all kinds of goodies! I booked an appointment with David's Bridal in Nashua, but have to bump the date, because I'm working that day. We are thinking of having the reception at the Yard Restaurant. It's a very nice place, and with the small amount of research I've done, the prices aren't that bad. I had considered a few other places, but after seeing that they won't allow my sister to make the cake, my mom's co-worker to dj, and that a buffet dinner costs $60 a plate, I knew I had to look further.
Greg seems excited about the wedding stuff. We have ideas for flowers. My sister is supposed to get married the January before us, and my favorite flower store, dandy-lions, can sell us flowers wholesale and very very inexpensively. Right now, a dozen roses (which last about 3 weeks) only cost $5. I bought my mom some, and Greg got me some. Carnations are about $3 a dozen. Since carnations are more durable, I'm thinking of using them for some DIY centerpieces.
So, that's it for now, have a great week!
Friday, January 9, 2009
CHANGE
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO READ THIS ENTIRE POST. YOU MUST HOWEVER READ THE “WHY DID YOU MISS YOU’RE POST!?!?!” SECTION AND THE SOLUTION SECTION. MAKE SURE YOU READ THOSE TWO SECTIONS THOROUGHLY!!!!!
My post is coming a bit late, I planned on doing it earlier but then I went to a party and forgot all about it when I got home. Anyways I have lots of bases to touch on so here we go:
YEAH ANNE! Good news, no! Excellent news from our Anne today! I'm not sure whether I can say what it is yet ( It really isn't MY news to tell) So all I'm saying is yea Anne and if you wanna know what it is I'm sure a quick call or IM to her would suffice.
Small random Liz updates:
I'm back at school this week. and it's just...uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I have midterms in 2 weeks. Also I just finished watching a hilarious anime about fairies. Oh anime, I forgot how amazing you can be sometimes. Currently reading The Illustrated Man. Which is really impressive. For those that know what Brotherhood 2.0 is: I finished a few days ago! Finally!
Pertaining to the challenges:
Greg mentioned in his post that because nobody vetoed the challenge it was accepted. However Frank made an excellent point that because the challenge post disabled comments we couldn't veto it. And Anne, Frank, and I, missed our posts so we weren't able to say anything. So I'd just like to say I'm opposed to them. Which is kind of explained the important sections.
WHY DID YOU MISS YOUR POST!?!?!?!?!
*sighs* Because I did. Was it really that horrible that you guys needed to freak out? I feel like this blog is so stressful sometimes. It's like if I miss a post suddenly it's like biting my thumb at my family. Like: "She didn't post. Well obviously she doesn't love her brothers and sisters enough to write 5 sentences down. What a slap in the face" And that's probably the truth. We should be able to write 5 sentences down on our day. But...for what? So you know that I love you? If you SERIOUSLY need me to write 5 sentences every friday to prove that that then... that is pathetic. I shouldn't need to do that. You know I love all you guys so much already! And I realize that this project was to bring us together. But it's NOT. It's not working guys. It's generating hate. The hate love ratio is seriously disturbed. So we need to have a sibling council meeting. Not online. But together. Because I don't feel that talking about how our weeks went is connecting us. Some of you guys treasure our posts and I barely see why. Because we make them but what do they say? They explain our day and our lives and all but…they're just words. It doesn't connect us. You say those 5 sentences are important but are they really? Does it really make you guys feel closer? I don’t. I feel like it’s beginning the tear the awesomeness of this family apart. So I have a few solutions for CHANGE. Big changes actually. (Which changing the blog is o.k! The U.S had the articles of confederation at first which sucked and didn't work. But instead of being like well "I quit, this country has no hope" they worked to find something that worked! And we got a constitution. (Which is doing a decent job!)
The Solutions
-get rid of the assigned days. Yikes. "But I like having my own day!" Yeah me too, but think about how much easier it would be if you could post when you had time or just felt like saying something?
-Instead of just talking about our days: each week we have a certain topic. And everyone discusses that topic in their post. This isn't replacing the other blog stuff. It's an addition to. You can still talk about how things are on your end (Which I like! love! I want to know what's going on with everyone but it can't be the only thing. This blog needs a different fuel) You can also still talk about random things and post a video. Heck the video could be the topic of discussion. And every week someone new gets to pick that weeks topic. Like a cycle.
-Banish challenges and punishments. The discussion topic would be the challenge and punishments only tear us apart.
Before you do anything just let me say a few last things. Do you understand why the topic idea is important? Because it creates discussion, communication, and most importantly connection between us. And with the assigned days gone it will be easier for it to be a discussion. Also maybe making it so you can post more than once a week? Like turning the blog into a miny forum. So what if we have 120 blog post for one week? It's our blog we can do whatever the hell we want. Oh and if we keep our assigned days I easily see people throwing in last minute posts with something that really doesn't contribute to the discussion. Like a weak response. I see me doing it. You probably see you doing it too. With freedom of post (ha ha another u.s history reference) People will have a whole week to form an opinion or reply. Obviously some small rules will have to be placed down as to avoid serious mean arguments (usually over politics and religion). Which isn't to say we can't discuss those topics or that we can't disagree with each other on those topics. Just to merely avoid what happened between Frank and Greg this week. All of this will be discussed at our family assembly of awesome. New ideas and opinions are encouraged.
CHANGE IS NECESSARY.
That just about finishes my post.
Love, (which I hope you know is there)
Elizabeth
My post is coming a bit late, I planned on doing it earlier but then I went to a party and forgot all about it when I got home. Anyways I have lots of bases to touch on so here we go:
YEAH ANNE! Good news, no! Excellent news from our Anne today! I'm not sure whether I can say what it is yet ( It really isn't MY news to tell) So all I'm saying is yea Anne and if you wanna know what it is I'm sure a quick call or IM to her would suffice.
Small random Liz updates:
I'm back at school this week. and it's just...uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh. I have midterms in 2 weeks. Also I just finished watching a hilarious anime about fairies. Oh anime, I forgot how amazing you can be sometimes. Currently reading The Illustrated Man. Which is really impressive. For those that know what Brotherhood 2.0 is: I finished a few days ago! Finally!
Pertaining to the challenges:
Greg mentioned in his post that because nobody vetoed the challenge it was accepted. However Frank made an excellent point that because the challenge post disabled comments we couldn't veto it. And Anne, Frank, and I, missed our posts so we weren't able to say anything. So I'd just like to say I'm opposed to them. Which is kind of explained the important sections.
WHY DID YOU MISS YOUR POST!?!?!?!?!
*sighs* Because I did. Was it really that horrible that you guys needed to freak out? I feel like this blog is so stressful sometimes. It's like if I miss a post suddenly it's like biting my thumb at my family. Like: "She didn't post. Well obviously she doesn't love her brothers and sisters enough to write 5 sentences down. What a slap in the face" And that's probably the truth. We should be able to write 5 sentences down on our day. But...for what? So you know that I love you? If you SERIOUSLY need me to write 5 sentences every friday to prove that that then... that is pathetic. I shouldn't need to do that. You know I love all you guys so much already! And I realize that this project was to bring us together. But it's NOT. It's not working guys. It's generating hate. The hate love ratio is seriously disturbed. So we need to have a sibling council meeting. Not online. But together. Because I don't feel that talking about how our weeks went is connecting us. Some of you guys treasure our posts and I barely see why. Because we make them but what do they say? They explain our day and our lives and all but…they're just words. It doesn't connect us. You say those 5 sentences are important but are they really? Does it really make you guys feel closer? I don’t. I feel like it’s beginning the tear the awesomeness of this family apart. So I have a few solutions for CHANGE. Big changes actually. (Which changing the blog is o.k! The U.S had the articles of confederation at first which sucked and didn't work. But instead of being like well "I quit, this country has no hope" they worked to find something that worked! And we got a constitution. (Which is doing a decent job!)
The Solutions
-get rid of the assigned days. Yikes. "But I like having my own day!" Yeah me too, but think about how much easier it would be if you could post when you had time or just felt like saying something?
-Instead of just talking about our days: each week we have a certain topic. And everyone discusses that topic in their post. This isn't replacing the other blog stuff. It's an addition to. You can still talk about how things are on your end (Which I like! love! I want to know what's going on with everyone but it can't be the only thing. This blog needs a different fuel) You can also still talk about random things and post a video. Heck the video could be the topic of discussion. And every week someone new gets to pick that weeks topic. Like a cycle.
-Banish challenges and punishments. The discussion topic would be the challenge and punishments only tear us apart.
Before you do anything just let me say a few last things. Do you understand why the topic idea is important? Because it creates discussion, communication, and most importantly connection between us. And with the assigned days gone it will be easier for it to be a discussion. Also maybe making it so you can post more than once a week? Like turning the blog into a miny forum. So what if we have 120 blog post for one week? It's our blog we can do whatever the hell we want. Oh and if we keep our assigned days I easily see people throwing in last minute posts with something that really doesn't contribute to the discussion. Like a weak response. I see me doing it. You probably see you doing it too. With freedom of post (ha ha another u.s history reference) People will have a whole week to form an opinion or reply. Obviously some small rules will have to be placed down as to avoid serious mean arguments (usually over politics and religion). Which isn't to say we can't discuss those topics or that we can't disagree with each other on those topics. Just to merely avoid what happened between Frank and Greg this week. All of this will be discussed at our family assembly of awesome. New ideas and opinions are encouraged.
CHANGE IS NECESSARY.
That just about finishes my post.
Love, (which I hope you know is there)
Elizabeth
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Frank: Kick'em while they're down
Apparently insulting and berating is the language of the blog. I miss one post, after seven months of problem-free posting, and I'm berated in two separate posts and several comments.
If you want any hope of this blog continuing, change your tune. I'm ready to stop posting, and I'm not the only one. This was an experiment, a challenge, to see if we could make it one year, posting once a week as brothers and sisters. And it's getting close to the point where we can safely say, we can't.
I'm sick of being insulted because of my political and religious beliefs. I thought it would end once the election was over, but it keeps coming up. I could bring up a certain sunburn post every week, but I don't. So thanks again, Greg, for insulting my decision to exercise my right as an American citizen.
I'm proud of being Catholic. I acknowledge the Crusades seem barbaric and horrific to our modern sensibilities, but I do not mock the belief and sincerity of the Catholics who gave their lives for their faith. At least they weren't afraid to stand with the Church.
I want to see the rules for the blog revised. This current system sucks. The day posting is not flexible enough for people with changing schedules. My work schedule changes from week to week, as does my social commitments. Last Thursday, I spent the day playing D&D at Mark's and then playing video games till 2 in the morning. I would have gladly shared that with everyone on the blog, but it was now Friday, and I was forbidden to post. I can't condense my week into one entry, I don't remember all the cool and exciting stuff I did last Friday, or Sunday. I'd rather post as cool and exciting things happen. Or we need a solid deadline for each day, the post has to be up by 1 PM, or something. Since we can write ahead of time, and set it up to post later, there's no reason we can't make it so every post comes at 1 PM every day. Then it would make checking the blog much easier on the non-posters, since you would know exactly when the new post would be up by. The blog must adapt to the needs of the people running it, not the other way around.
That's it for me for this week. I'll probably post next week. Depends on a lot of variables.
If you want any hope of this blog continuing, change your tune. I'm ready to stop posting, and I'm not the only one. This was an experiment, a challenge, to see if we could make it one year, posting once a week as brothers and sisters. And it's getting close to the point where we can safely say, we can't.
I'm sick of being insulted because of my political and religious beliefs. I thought it would end once the election was over, but it keeps coming up. I could bring up a certain sunburn post every week, but I don't. So thanks again, Greg, for insulting my decision to exercise my right as an American citizen.
I'm proud of being Catholic. I acknowledge the Crusades seem barbaric and horrific to our modern sensibilities, but I do not mock the belief and sincerity of the Catholics who gave their lives for their faith. At least they weren't afraid to stand with the Church.
I want to see the rules for the blog revised. This current system sucks. The day posting is not flexible enough for people with changing schedules. My work schedule changes from week to week, as does my social commitments. Last Thursday, I spent the day playing D&D at Mark's and then playing video games till 2 in the morning. I would have gladly shared that with everyone on the blog, but it was now Friday, and I was forbidden to post. I can't condense my week into one entry, I don't remember all the cool and exciting stuff I did last Friday, or Sunday. I'd rather post as cool and exciting things happen. Or we need a solid deadline for each day, the post has to be up by 1 PM, or something. Since we can write ahead of time, and set it up to post later, there's no reason we can't make it so every post comes at 1 PM every day. Then it would make checking the blog much easier on the non-posters, since you would know exactly when the new post would be up by. The blog must adapt to the needs of the people running it, not the other way around.
That's it for me for this week. I'll probably post next week. Depends on a lot of variables.
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
According to facebook, I am marooned. Which is to say, I am no long dating anyone. And before you ask, no I don't want to talk about it. I am just keeping you informed.
I should find out about another job by this weekend, so keep your fingers crossed for me. It would mean all sorts of good things for me.
This past new year's was a quiet one for me, and therefor I have no excuse for not posting. But I did realize that I've come a long way in the past year, so here's hoping I continue to improve.
Right now, however, I want a beer. Peace out sib-to-the-lings!
I should find out about another job by this weekend, so keep your fingers crossed for me. It would mean all sorts of good things for me.
This past new year's was a quiet one for me, and therefor I have no excuse for not posting. But I did realize that I've come a long way in the past year, so here's hoping I continue to improve.
Right now, however, I want a beer. Peace out sib-to-the-lings!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
close
So this was close to missing the post. Sorry it is so late but I told Greg, that I would post so here I am after forgetting about it. First of all I'm not ready to write a short story, or Tracy is not ready to come out for an encore. Pick one. Secondly it's really late and I have to hurry to not be late. I'll do it some other time. Anyway there are some things that are going on but this being the internet, I will not post them for all to know. But I made beer on Friday, it's still fermenting as of tonight, so it looks like it is going to be strong. I'm making a Imperial Russian Stout with raspberry flavoring. Yum, Yum. should be ready in 6 or 7 weeks, but by then I'll have something else ready I think. Let me know if you want any flavors, I'm thinking something light and crisp like a golden ale but if you want I can make a chocolate almond flavor beer.
Bill
Bill
Monday, January 5, 2009
And the kitten is cute
WHAT THE FRACK?
Anne, Frank, Liz... No Post?
It's okay... 1 can't vote, 1 prob didn't vote, and the last one is an idiot. Idiot you and everyone else who told me who joined you to vote for McCain can can feel good about yourself standing on the sideline when the Country is going to hell in a hand bag. Feel good about making a pro-life choice when the same pro-life people believe in torture. I get it... torture is in line with christian values. I'm surprised that we haven't heard about the whips, crown of thorns, and crucifixions by Americans. Oh, Wait... I get it. We're doing a throwback to the 12th and 13th Century here. Let me polish up my shield and sharpen the sword for a crusade through the middle east. Ya, that's so damm cool, we can update with our new weapons and plow the infidels... Or you can turn on CNN and watch the Jew go to house. At least the have a reason to be pissed off. ... Go ahead... Tell me I'm wrong in the comments.
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Since no one said anything against the challenges, they're going forward.
I talked about "In a wicked age" in a previous post. I'm using a setup from that game for my short story. Wow, IaWA is awesome for story based games. I'm looking forward to finishing up the story for next week!
Good luck picking your tracks! ;)
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This weekend, Jess and I went out to Stonewall Falls. This is over in Dover NH on the seacoast. I picked up several dishes at 70% off! It's a design I like, so it was worth it. On the way back, we stopped at the Tripoli bakery. It's a pizza shop that has some of the best pizza I've had in a very long time. I picked up a tray of several pieces to bring home and store.
Thank you Bill for the crock pot... We've used it twice already. Jess made a batch of home made slow cooked beans. The second thing she made is an awesome pulled pork. It was made with a homemade BBQ sauce and simmered in root beer. MMM it was go good!
RCIA classes start up again tomorrow. I've quickly become the go to guy for a good answer. I told the Parish Decon that Mom and Dad used to be in Opus Dei. He understood exactly, and rolled his eyes a bit and said he should be a bit more careful. The Decon admited to me that he'll go see what the Protistants might say about certain scripture. He claims they're better scripture scholars historically cause they've been doing it longer. Something about know one knowing what scrupture ment in the Pre-Vatican II church hindering scripture study. Yea, I might be getting myself a hard copy of the catechism so I can study up. It is free on the web at http://www.vatican.va/archive/catechism/ccc_toc.htm
So Jess is telling me to wrap this up. Just before I do. The next picture is for her.
I made it with The Kitten Game! :)
Anne, Frank, Liz... No Post?
It's okay... 1 can't vote, 1 prob didn't vote, and the last one is an idiot. Idiot you and everyone else who told me who joined you to vote for McCain can can feel good about yourself standing on the sideline when the Country is going to hell in a hand bag. Feel good about making a pro-life choice when the same pro-life people believe in torture. I get it... torture is in line with christian values. I'm surprised that we haven't heard about the whips, crown of thorns, and crucifixions by Americans. Oh, Wait... I get it. We're doing a throwback to the 12th and 13th Century here. Let me polish up my shield and sharpen the sword for a crusade through the middle east. Ya, that's so damm cool, we can update with our new weapons and plow the infidels... Or you can turn on CNN and watch the Jew go to house. At least the have a reason to be pissed off. ... Go ahead... Tell me I'm wrong in the comments.
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Since no one said anything against the challenges, they're going forward.
I talked about "In a wicked age" in a previous post. I'm using a setup from that game for my short story. Wow, IaWA is awesome for story based games. I'm looking forward to finishing up the story for next week!
Good luck picking your tracks! ;)
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This weekend, Jess and I went out to Stonewall Falls. This is over in Dover NH on the seacoast. I picked up several dishes at 70% off! It's a design I like, so it was worth it. On the way back, we stopped at the Tripoli bakery. It's a pizza shop that has some of the best pizza I've had in a very long time. I picked up a tray of several pieces to bring home and store.
Thank you Bill for the crock pot... We've used it twice already. Jess made a batch of home made slow cooked beans. The second thing she made is an awesome pulled pork. It was made with a homemade BBQ sauce and simmered in root beer. MMM it was go good!
RCIA classes start up again tomorrow. I've quickly become the go to guy for a good answer. I told the Parish Decon that Mom and Dad used to be in Opus Dei. He understood exactly, and rolled his eyes a bit and said he should be a bit more careful. The Decon admited to me that he'll go see what the Protistants might say about certain scripture. He claims they're better scripture scholars historically cause they've been doing it longer. Something about know one knowing what scrupture ment in the Pre-Vatican II church hindering scripture study. Yea, I might be getting myself a hard copy of the catechism so I can study up. It is free on the web at http://www.vatican.va/archive/catechism/ccc_toc.htm
So Jess is telling me to wrap this up. Just before I do. The next picture is for her.
I made it with The Kitten Game! :)
Sunday, January 4, 2009
NH
Hey all. So I sliced the tip of my finger at work the other day, and it hurts to type. So I have to type weirdly. Anywho.
So Frank and I decided to take a vacation in Salem, New Hampshire. It's pretty fun so far. Although we just got here and went out to eat, and I changed the bedsheets cause they looked used and it freaked me out.
Not really much to write about today. I'm not feeling as babble-y as usual. Oh, Hollyann and I have been working on a story since mid 2007, and on New Year's Eve, we finally finished chapter seven! It was very exciting. We did start the story over about a year ago, and we went on hiatus in the spring cause she was busy with finals, and again in November-December because of NaNoWriMo (which I failed) and Christmas. So yea, very exciting.
Guess I'm more babble-y than I thought.
So Frank and I decided to take a vacation in Salem, New Hampshire. It's pretty fun so far. Although we just got here and went out to eat, and I changed the bedsheets cause they looked used and it freaked me out.
Not really much to write about today. I'm not feeling as babble-y as usual. Oh, Hollyann and I have been working on a story since mid 2007, and on New Year's Eve, we finally finished chapter seven! It was very exciting. We did start the story over about a year ago, and we went on hiatus in the spring cause she was busy with finals, and again in November-December because of NaNoWriMo (which I failed) and Christmas. So yea, very exciting.
Guess I'm more babble-y than I thought.
Saturday, January 3, 2009
Let's get a move on in '09.
Hey, are all you kids alright? I know this week has been busy, but you can't take 10 minutes out to post 5 sentences? I'm not going to nag or harass you (too much at least), but this project was to bring you guys together. I could only wish my darling siblings (George and Rebecca) would participate in such a project.
I would like to say "bravo" to Bill, Greg and Lisa who have already posted. (Well, I know Lisa will tomorrow.) And Frank, I think your " welt-free" spree has ended.......I'll let your siblings issue you a punishment accordingly....just kidding.
But seriously, your mom posted a comment under Bill's post this week. If you care or not, some people ACTUALLY read this thing. And don't get me started about your brother, Greg, but he's basically going to turn back into that sun-burnt monster you saw previously this summer, and it ain't pretty. Besides, if Lisa and I can find time to post, you guys can too. I mean, seriously, I work 2 jobs, take classes , cook and clean and basically run this household (yeah, I don't let your brother control much =-P). If you seriously ill, had a broken bone, was in the emergency room, or out of the country, I could see how it could be difficult to post (don't try those for excuses this week, I would have to require you to provide proper documentation, e.g. a doctor's note or passport.)
So, today Greg and I went down to Dover, to the Salmon Falls Pottery outlet store (where we got the vase and chip'n dip plate for Mom. I got a TON of Teddy Bear pottery (it's not babyish...when you kids visit I'll show you). I got the 2008 ornament as well as the Christmas 2008 lunch plate to hang on the wall between my two plates my mother got me for my birthday.
Then we went down to Seabrook, and stopped at Tripoli's. If you guys ever go to Seabrook or Salisbury beach, get some seafood, but stop at Tripoli's. It is the best pizza on earth. It's flat and square with cheese sprinkles on it, but the sauce is soooo sweet. I can't even explain it. It's very good though...
I've been sick since Thursday. I've got a nasty cold. It's so bad I have to sleep on my back....I never sleep on my back....I also bring a box of tissues to bed with me....I look like the walking dead though.
Tomorrow, after Church, we are going to the Annual NH Bridal expo, seeing that we live down the road, and I have the weekend off!
Then we are going to Weare to my mom and dad's for a cornbeef dinner. I hope she puts turnips in.....that's my favorite veggie.....you all can stop gagging now!
That's basically it. I have to bake a banana bread and cinnamon muffins for a brunch after church tomorrow......btw, did any of you try the bread I sent down for Christmas? Greg said he didn't get a chance, I just wanted to know how it was and if it's worth making again....
Have a good week!!!!!!!!!!
I would like to say "bravo" to Bill, Greg and Lisa who have already posted. (Well, I know Lisa will tomorrow.) And Frank, I think your " welt-free" spree has ended.......I'll let your siblings issue you a punishment accordingly....just kidding.
But seriously, your mom posted a comment under Bill's post this week. If you care or not, some people ACTUALLY read this thing. And don't get me started about your brother, Greg, but he's basically going to turn back into that sun-burnt monster you saw previously this summer, and it ain't pretty. Besides, if Lisa and I can find time to post, you guys can too. I mean, seriously, I work 2 jobs, take classes , cook and clean and basically run this household (yeah, I don't let your brother control much =-P). If you seriously ill, had a broken bone, was in the emergency room, or out of the country, I could see how it could be difficult to post (don't try those for excuses this week, I would have to require you to provide proper documentation, e.g. a doctor's note or passport.)
So, today Greg and I went down to Dover, to the Salmon Falls Pottery outlet store (where we got the vase and chip'n dip plate for Mom. I got a TON of Teddy Bear pottery (it's not babyish...when you kids visit I'll show you). I got the 2008 ornament as well as the Christmas 2008 lunch plate to hang on the wall between my two plates my mother got me for my birthday.
Then we went down to Seabrook, and stopped at Tripoli's. If you guys ever go to Seabrook or Salisbury beach, get some seafood, but stop at Tripoli's. It is the best pizza on earth. It's flat and square with cheese sprinkles on it, but the sauce is soooo sweet. I can't even explain it. It's very good though...
I've been sick since Thursday. I've got a nasty cold. It's so bad I have to sleep on my back....I never sleep on my back....I also bring a box of tissues to bed with me....I look like the walking dead though.
Tomorrow, after Church, we are going to the Annual NH Bridal expo, seeing that we live down the road, and I have the weekend off!
Then we are going to Weare to my mom and dad's for a cornbeef dinner. I hope she puts turnips in.....that's my favorite veggie.....you all can stop gagging now!
That's basically it. I have to bake a banana bread and cinnamon muffins for a brunch after church tomorrow......btw, did any of you try the bread I sent down for Christmas? Greg said he didn't get a chance, I just wanted to know how it was and if it's worth making again....
Have a good week!!!!!!!!!!
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