Gay Pride Goings On

So I bet you all are wondering how Gay Pride in Minneapolis was. Well, it was hot, very hot. I'm sunburned from head to toe. I just hope it turns into a nice tan. Friday night I was so excited to see Cyndi Lauper and ended up just being disappointed like the 12,000 other people at the block party. My friend Jim called up and asked what time Cyndi was going on and he was told 9PM. We arrive at 8:30 ready for a good show and are forced to wait until 10:30 before she gets on stage. The lines for beer were 20-30 people deep and the lines for bathrooms were 10-15 people deep. If we had been drinking we would have just been jumping from line to line with no hottie watching time at all. But, we just ended up walking around paying too much for shitty pretzels and chicken fries......don't get me started. If I was in charge what I would do is set up 3-4 different areas where beer and liquor would be served, especially an event this size that is 95% gay (some of them are big drinkers). Then I would set up 40-50 porta-potties (instead of like 12), at least half of them would be next to the beer tent (instead of like 2). The only really bad thing about these events is that you see people you really don't want to see, but you don't want them to know that you don't want to see or talk to them, so you have to pretend like you just didn't notice them instead of snubbing them which is what you are actually doing. So basically Friday sucked and I will never go to another block party unless coaxed with the promise of no long waits for beers or potties.

Saturday was uneventful. I got up early to take Miss Susan around to a couple of places and do errands. I started to get sleepy and went home to take a nap at about 1ish. I woke up at 4:45, just in time to panic about being late for work. I had bed head and those lines on my face from the seams of the pillowcase. I rushed and was only 15 minutes late for work. On Sunday morning I woke Jim up so we could go to breakfast and start our day of gayness. We ate at Sunnyside Up and then went to the parade. It was so long, it must have been over 3 hours, we got bored after an hour and walked around for awhile. We knew 3 people in the parade and we missed two of them because we went to breakfast so late. Which is kind of sad because I could have gotten extra free burritos at Chipotle and a Saturn frisbee. We did see my friend Tony with his car in the parade for his catering business, but he wasn't giving out free stuff.....bastard. We walked around Loring Park for awhile looking at the vendors selling their wares and watching half naked hotties walking around. I wasn't complaining. We tried to meet up with Tony and his clan, but we never saw them. We also tried to meet up with our friend Scott and never saw him. But people I didn't want to see, I saw 2x or more. Please explain. Anyway, we went up to the beer tent and ran into Lawyer Mike and Ken and Wade and Roommate Mike and Shannon and some other Mike guy that I don't know and we talked with them for awhile. It was fun and we were going to walk around with them, but I thought I had to work so Jim and I left. I made it to work just in time and found out that I got my Sunday's screwed up and I didn't have to work after all. So I went home and rested for a bit then went to the Eagle to meet Jim. They had music and stuff so we stood outside, not like I needed any more sun (as I type my upper lip burns like an inferno). Hedwig was the last act and it was fabulous. We had a great time, then I had to leave because I had to work this morning. The End.

Today has been spent working and planning the road trip. I have dinner plans tonight with Little Miss Amy Clark and Angela, so tomorrows update will cover that. Have a great day.

Minneapolis Gay Pride

I've been practicing on the Spanish because I know I am going to need to know a lot of it when I move to Texas. Well, last evening when I got home I did the dishes even though I didn't want to. Then I went to lay down for a wee bit of reading and a nap. The nap happened sooner than I planned because as soon as I started reading the cat came and laid right over the book. The cat did not realize, apparently, that when I am looking at the book with the light on and turning pages it means I am reading. So after moving the cat twice I gave up and put it on animal planet (I sleep best to that channel) and closed my eyes for a nice little nap. I woke up at almost 9 and my phone started ringing. It was Miss Beth. We were going to go buy cigars for Mike and it was too late. I told her I would meet her at Bumpers in 1/2 hour or so. It took me 10 minutes just to get up from the bed. It was that sleepy, but awake stage where it's hard to move even though you know you have to. I made it to Burnsville and was still sleepy. I only stayed for a couple of drinks, wished Mike a happy 40th and went home and straight to bed. I woke up a wee bit tired yet, but able to function.

This is gay pride weekend in Minneapolis. Lots of events to partake of in 3 days. This evening is the Cyndi Lauper concert. I going to that with Miss Susan and Jim C. We're meeting at 7 even though all the stuff is supposed to start at 5PM. It's just the lame groups at that time anyway. Tomorrow I am going to do stuff around the house and then I work at the restaurant. But, Sunday, Oh, Sunday is going to be a hoot. There's breakfast with Jim C., then a parade, and doesn't everyone love a parade. After that we walk around the park, then off to the beer tent for some swilling. Then to the bars. Now, I don't make it to the bars every year, but last year I remember some guy spanking my butt with his whip every time I would walk by. It was funny the first 10 times, but after that I felt like I was going to get grounded soon. Anyway, each pride festival I celebrate always brings out a new interesting person to talk about for the next year. Ok, Well, I'm going to try to get some work done around here so I'll talk to y'all next week.

Before there was none, now there is two

Whoo, hooo, I've two people joining me in my adventure to Texas. Miss Cheryl one of my buddies from the Melting Pot and Chris, one of my mom's little buddies from Lands' End. Cheryl and I will spend 2 glorious days in Highland before leaving. That means all my favorite foods and free laundry. I think I even have her talked into making us breakfast the morning we leave. I've been doing more research on the trip as well and think the first night will be spent in Memphis. That's almost 12 hours on the road, but I think once we get to spend lots o' time in New Orleans the first day will be out of our minds. I keep making a list of all the stuff I have to do before leaving. Car stuff, cleaning stuff, sale stuff, plus all the people I want to see before I leave. My calendar is filling up quick.
Yesterday was kind of a sleep all day, day. I didn't feel well when I woke up and called into work. And no it was not the liquid flu. It was more like the blues and lack of sleep. I slept until 10:30 and then got up did laundry, ironed clothes cleaned....it was like I was at work anyway. Miss Cheryl and I met for a late lunch and then went shopping. I got a dress for $30 to wear to my cousins wedding next month. I felt like I got a great deal. I went to work at the restaurant last night but they didn't need me, so Pat and I went to see Finding Nemo, which was super cute. I was home by 9:30, but didn't fall asleep until after 11. My friend Tony called to invite me out, but I was too sleepy and sometimes it's hard to put on regular clothes when you already have you pj's on and your in bed reading, and you know you have to go to work the next day. Anyway, it was a nice day. Well, I hope y'all (like that) have a great day and I'll update tomorrow. Keep the emails coming, it makes the day go by that much faster.

Troy Moves Out

So this last weekend was the never ending baby shower. On Saturday my friend Beth had her shower. I also had a little surprise because one of my old college roommates that I haven't talked to in 7ish years was there. Things ended poorly with our friendship and I was hoping to never have to see her again. I was young and angry and didn't understand the importance of keeping friends....anyway..... we were cordial to each other but I couldn't wait to get out of there. She showed me pictures of her kids and her life is going well, too bad her husband is a jackass....anyway, I digress. I didn't know what to give and didn't have time to go to target to look at the registry so I threw $25 in an envelope figuring they would need some money for something baby related. I love and adore Miss Beth for apologizing afterward for not telling me Betty Lou would be at the shower....she just didn't want me to not show up, I felt so loved. Saturday night was a blur of work. Troy was drunk when I got home and it forced me to be super motivated about kicking his ass out.
Sunday morning started with a fight and ended, essentially, with me helping him move into a room for rent. It was a sad, hot, smelly type little room with a dorm fridge and 2 windows. I felt good about the move even though he kept trying to lay guilt trips on me. So it's done with. I was even nice enough to lend him $150 to get a place. Of course in return he had to leave behind his PS2 with all the games. I know I can pawn them for that much if he doesn't pay me back before leaving. He kind of got pissy with me, he thought I would change my mind about collateral on the loan, how much more stupid does he think I could get. Anyway, between the beginning and the end of the day I had to drive to Eagan for Miss Candi's baby shower. It wasn't as nice, but I did make the extra effort to actually go to Target to buy the fu&*ing presents. Target has a whole scam on this thing. I even had to spend extra money on a gift bag and tissue paper. What the hell. I felt weird at the shower and couldn't wait to leave. I was actually on time and the damn thing started over a half hour late. Damn......
Anyway, Patty Pumpkin Pants and I went to Rossi's last night. It was opening night there. It was super spendy and if you are going to sit in the Jazz part of the bar they charge you a $5 cover. Pat and I sat at the bar and people watched and we were charged the cover on our tab before the music started at 9. The pizza we shared was good, but they forgot to put the mushrooms on it, so as a mushroom lover I was a wee bit disappointed. Plus I shared with Pat, so I didn't feel as if there was enough food. So I talked Pat into going to McCormick's (which is like my favorite place to go) so we could partake of the $1.95 food menu. I order chicken strips and mahi cakes which are my 2 fav things. I used to get the 1/2 pound burger, but it was too much that late at night. We ended up talked to one of the waitresses from Rossi's who had come over for an after work cocktail. She had us in tears with some of her stories. I just feel bad that I can't remember her name, I used to be so good at that. Well, shit, it's after 2 and I have to go, I have an eye appointment.....Bye Bye

Who wants to drive to Houston

Ok, so I no longer have a traveling companion to the wonderful town of Houston. Anyone interested in a relaxing 3 day trip down south? I am taking applications (or just anyone) for the position of Katrina's Traveling Companion (KTC for short). Sunday the 20th would be spent in the small, but charming town of Highland. You can see for miles from the back deck. Or we could sit outside sipping lemonade while watching people and cars drive by. I think there would even be a BBQ involved. Monday morning we can get up early and hit the road. I'm sure my mom will pack us up a little something something to eat as well. We can play road games like chicken and leapfrog. Just kidding about that. We can sing songs and learn spanish with book on tape. It'll be loads of fun in the sun. Once we get to Houston we can relax for a day and then sight see before you would fly back to the Northland......anyone, anyone interested in something like that. Did I also mention 1 day would be spent in New Orleans. Sounds like a good time to me!!!
o_cripes@hotmail.com

Moving to Texas

So, the decision is made. I'm mooooving to Texas. I will soon speak with a southern drawl and be a registered NRA card carrying, pick up driving, cowboy hat wearing southerner. It may take more than just a move to the south, but I feel confident given the resources that Texas will suit me just fine.
Troy is all moved out of the house and I am happy as can be. It was an ugly weekend but I managed. Jim and I went out for dinner at Little T's which is this great Mexican place on Nicollet. We had a couple of cocktails at AZIA afterwards and I slept so wonderfully. Work is hard though. I find that I am so unmotivated now that I am leaving. Today I looked up flight prices for someone (whoever it may be) to fly back to Minneapolis. I found one for like $154. Cindy is going to talk to her hubby tonight. We have a good feeling he going to go for it. Otherwise, I am just starting to plan stuff out. How is everything going to work and who's what and where are they.
I'm working on a calendar to figure out what things I need to do before I leave Minneapolis. I want to make the most out of this month. Anyway, it's short but sweet today.
I also wanted to mention that my mom has figured out how to post comments. I'm so proud. You'll have a longer update tomorrow. TTFN

Things that make me feel good

Sorry I haven't posted in a couple of days. It's been so busy at work that I've hardly had a second to myself. Also my desk looks horrible, but I can take care of that tomorrow before the WEEKEND!!!!
I've been trying to look at the positive side of things lately and thought I would make a list of things that make me smile/happy:
1. Talking to my mom on the phone and listening to the way she says WORKING, when I call her up at work and ask what she's doing.
2.Remembering the song that has been driving me crazy because I couldn't think of it. I knew the group and the era (Lisa Lisa and the Cult Jam from the 80's), but for the life of me I couldn't think of the song they sang that was so popular. I could even see the video they used to play on MTV, back when MTV played music videos. BTW, it was From Head to Toe. I cheated. I happened to be in Borders listening to the new Annie Lennox CD when I happened to see the LL and the CJ CD right there. It was if it was fate.
3.Seeing the clock say 4:59 and knowing I can leave work in a minute.
4.Meeting Patty Pumpkin Pants for a cocktail and having the bartender know what I drink without asking. I don't know if that is good or bad, but I felt important.
5.Planning my trip to Texas to live with Joy. I'm 98% sure this is going to happen and am taking steps to ensure that everything is planned and prepared.
6.Secretly knowing that I am the cutest employee here. (Ok, so I'm the only employee here, but I'm trying to cheer myself up).
7.Thinking about what I am going to do for my 2 friends who are having baby showers this weekend. What I will give them and what cute/funny notes I can put on the items. Any ideas by the way?
8.Knowing my life will be back to normal in 2 short days.
9.Getting free drinks from the bartender.
10.Finishing the New York Times crossword puzzle (OK , so it was on a Monday which was the easiest day, but I still felt super smart).

Ok, just some of the things I like about my life right now.
What makes you happy? Let's think about good positive things today and have a great Friday!!!!

Girls Day Out!

So, it's a Monday. That's about it. Yesterday was a wonderful day in the twin cities. Sunny and hot. Miss Susan and I spent the entire day together. We had breakfast at Molly Quinn's (get the Texas if you are ever there, I ate some of Susan's and it was great. My Iowa was OK.) We found this great little place selling antiques and junk and stuff and I bought a le creuset tea kettle for only $2, I think I got a deal, check it out. Then we went to the Stonearch festival of the Arts. Isn't Minneapolis just beautiful. Just page through some of this guy's photos. You can see why I fell in love with the place. After that we tried to get pedicures but nothing was open so we separated, showered and met back up so we could try Mell's Beauty Bar. They didn't have anyone on for massages or manicures, so we got a bottle of wine and received the best service ever, due mostly to the fact we were the only people in there. Then we headed over to Martini Blu after Miss Cheryl met up with us. It was too frou frou for me, but the bartender was nice enough to give us a tour. Then off to the Melting Pot for dinner. Patty Pumpkin Pants met us there. We were hungry and by the time we left we were so full. We knew it would happen, but we didn't take the proper steps to avoid it from happening. There was a slight ordering mistake as well so we all walked out with a flat of strawberries and a bag full of pound cake. We'll be eating shortcake for awhile I think. I didn't get home until almost 11. I was tired and full and sleepy. I managed to stay up for a little while trying to explain to Troy why things weren't working out, I hope I got through. I can't wait to crawl into bed tonight.
Talk to you tomorrow.

Trading Spaces in Minneapolis

Wow, an unusual Saturday post. Well, things can't be going so well if I am posting on a Saturday. I had to get my mind off Troy and I fighting so I am at work, on a Saturday, when it's 50 degrees outside. He'll be sleeping on the couch for the next week. He asked if we could still date after he moved out, I'm thinking a big no on that one. I don't have any expectations after he moves out, I actually prefer not to see him again. This last week has been so horrible. Anyway on to happier thoughts.
I made good money at the restaurant last night, so I am glad I went in. I do have to close tonight though, so I am not so psyched about that.
Trading Spaces is filming in the Twin Cities this week. They just did a show in South Minneapolis (where I live) but I didn't see the van in my neighborhood. They're filming in Eagan this week and I read in the paper today that VERN is going to be one of the designers. I need to meet this guy. I haven't seen him do a crappy room yet. Unfortunately TY isn't the carpenter at all otherwise I'd have to go there armed with some ether, a blindfold, rope and Patty Pumpkin Pants (like I can carry him alone). I also read in the paper that the crew closed down Bar Abilene in Uptown on Thursday night. If I would have only know. I was about a mile away from them. Damnit.
I got my hair cut today. It's super short. I saw pictures of myself when I was 4 or 5 with this same haircut. I'll have to have my mom or dad scan one of them so you can see what I used to look like and then put a picture of myself today right next to it. I mean it's so short it air dryed in about 20 minutes. Allright, I better get some work done around here. I've gotten a lot done already, but so much more to do before I go to work tonight. Talk to you later.

Ms. Susan Made Me!

It's Friday and now I wish it were Saturday or even better Sunday so I wouldn't have to go to work. Miss Susan and I went out last night and painted the town red. She somehow managed to talk me into staying out until 1AM even though I knew I had to work in the morning and wait tables at night. I don't know how I am going to manage. I am so sleepy right now. Every time I do this about once a month maybe less, I remember that I am no spring chicken anymore. I'm too old to behave this way, but I start having a good time and it all goes down the toilet. Although Miss Susan did get hit on in the bar by a couple. Kind of odd, not kind of, really odd and somewhat uncomfortable. We laughed about it after they (the couple) left. I bet that sort of stuff happens all the time. I'm telling you, the big city is a strange and weird place. It takes all kinds.
So, anyway, I tried to get out of waiting tables tonight so I could go home and sleep. But, Dave, my boss, didn't think that was a good idea considering there are more than 200 reservations on the books. So, I'll drink a pot of coffee, talk myself hoarse and hopefully make some good cash. Not much else to report.
Have a great weekend.

I've Got An Itch

This whole day has utterly sucked. Work is super busy, and it's not easy stuff I'm working on, it's like every customer has these special needs that I have to take extra time to work on. Bob hasn't been much help either considering he spent most of the day in his office playing computer games. He also had a meeting with his boss today. They (the company) wants to transfer Bob to another location and keep me here. They want to know what my demands are in order to keep me here solo. I was thinking of a raise possibly. It's a biggie considering that I would be doing EVERYTHING!!!! I don't know what going to happen. I have to think about it. If they are willing to give me a raise then I don't see what the problem would be. It's a matter of how much to ask for though. I am going to start higher than I am willing to go. Let's say I start at $17/hour. That's only $35,360/year. I would be willing to go as low as $15/hour, but they would have to bring in another copy machine. It's a trade off. But, I guess if it comes down to having a job or not having a job, the choice is obvious.
I also have this itch. No, it's not a STW, silly gooses, it's an itch to move. I don't know if all of you know this, but my dad was in the army for 20 years. So after awhile I feel this need for change in my life. Of course my mom thinks that it's because of Troy, but little does she remember (due to what I fear of being the beginning stages alzheimers) that last year I had the same desire, or was that 2 years ago. Anyway. I want, no I need a change. I've been in Minneapolis for 5 years. Whatever I am looking for isn't here. Time to go elsewhere. She wants me to move to Madison. I'm considering that or anywhere else where I might know someone. For instance Houston. Joy lives there. She's getting married next year. She's going to need the Maid of Honor around. Why, you ask? Well, someone needs to give honest opinions about dress/color/flower choices. No one wants to do that alone. But, is there work for me there. That's what the wonderful world wide web is for isn't it. So, I'm going to start looking soon. I feel restless, I need a change. I'm also open to ideas. If you have any thoughts/opinions/ideas for me my email is o_cripes@hotmail.com.
Troy moves out in 9 days, let the countdown begin. Last night we fought (of course) and then watched a movie. Well, I watched a movie, he fell asleep. About Schmidt was an entertaining and wonderful movie. I laughed, I felt sadness and sorrow. I also felt a little afraid when they showed Kathy Bates naked. More power to her, but I don't want to know what my body is going to look like in 40 years. Yikes. Another reason to start that diet now. Anyway, yeah to freedom in 9 days. I can do what I want when I want without having to ask, is that ok with you? I don't have to share my bathroom space with anyone, that actually has been tough. I gave up one shelf in the medicine cabinet and I feel so displaced. No more wondering what it's going to be like when I walk in the door after I get off work at the restaurant. Most of all, being able to sleep alone. I miss that more than anything. I can take up the whole bed if I like and no one is going to complain. I also won't have to share the covers. Why don't I just have him sleep on the couch you ask? Well, Roger, one of my roommates, gets home late and usually watches TV until 11 or 12 in the living room. I don't want to be cruel and force Troy to stay up that late. He's an early riser, and a bitch to deal with if he doesn't get enough sleep or a nap.
Well, I gotta run. Talk to you all tomorrow.

A Bad Sign

Well, I'm sure most of you have noticed I haven't been keeping you in the loop like I normally do. I had to figure some things out first. It started the first time that I saw Troy drunk off his ass. He stumbled over a mile home in the pouring rain, kissing the sidewalk a few times on the way. Somewhat confused and amused by this behavior I continued to stick around. It happened again, this time without injury. He doesn't always get hurt when he drinks, but sometimes he does. The last time was this last Saturday. He bruised a rib and has a 4inch mark that's bruising on his back. He doesn't remember how he got it. I realized things wouldn't change unless he got help. I told him that if he didn't go to rehab he would have to move out, I couldn't be with an alcoholic. Yep, you read it right, move out. He's living with me. The first week was nothing but fights, verbal and wicked. This second week has been ok, until yesterday. He agreed to go to rehab, but backed out at the last minute. He knows he has to move. He's asked for another staying with me until he gets another place and I agreed on one condition, he doesn't drink at my house and if he drinks he doesn't stay or come around until he sobers up. I realized an important lesson in all of this, you can't change someone. I'll have to wait around until I can find someone I am happy with the way they are.
I'm relieved at this outcome for 2 reasons, the first is that I don't have to go through that whole mom and dad meet my boyfriend who has his tongue and nipples pierced and proudly displays several tattoos. Second, his mom is a real nightmare from what I understand. His sister was telling me this story about how she took her boyfriend tubing with her family. The rest of the family was smart enough to paddle ahead to get away, but sister and boyfriend ended up staying behind because boyfriends inner tube had a hole in it and way slowly curling up like a hard shell taco. So sister, boyfriend and mom are tubing along and mom says to sister (loud enough for boyfriend to hear) that she thinks boyfriend is one step up from a retard. How pleasant!!! While tubing along mom wants a cigarette, but they are with the rest of the family up ahead. So mom sends sister up to get her smokes. They're in a baggie, but sister had dunked them underwater and they get a little wet. Mom sets the cigarettes on her inner tube for drying out. I believe there were some rude/mean/unkind words exchanged as well. Finally, and this is the kicker, boyfriends tube has lost more and more air and his tube is lagging behind and essentially holding back mom and sister (they're all tied together with rope). Mom starts hollering at sister to cut the rope. I can picture the whole thing in my mind, and it makes me laugh, but it also makes me glad it wasn't me.
Anyway, I felt bad keeping things from everyone and felt that the writing was suffering because I was omitting so much of my life.
So, back to daily stuff and full and honest updates. So, in case you were wondering, things are fine at home for now, but we won't be seeing each other after he moves out. I really don't want to know where he is moving to. He has a cat too, which sometimes makes it difficult to find a place. The cat's pretty cool though. Oh, and as I sit here and think about it, you're lucky I haven't been sharing a lot about Troy, because most of it would have been bitching and I hate reading that stuff. Speaking of reading....
So, Miss Susan and I went to a used bookstore the other day and I stocked up on some summer reading. I'm pretty proud of myself, because instead of just focusing on summer smut and horror novels I picked up a couple of books by Emily Bronte, including Wuthering Heights (I can finally find out all the ado about this book). I did pick up on horror novel called the Executioners or Torturers Assistant or something like that. It's gonna be scary, hopefully.
For those of you that didn't know I am a huge Stephen King fan. His website has been recently updated and it's fun to poke around in. Check it out. There is another gunslinger book coming out soon and I am on pins and needles just waiting. I re-read the first 4 books last summer.
Well, I've bored you long enough. Oh, just one last thing before I sign off today (I've already been typing for 45 minutes), I want to send many congrats out to my friend Joy Joy who got re-engaged recently to Rob. I'll have to call her to get the scoop, I swear she never calls, but I've already berated her for it in email. The wedding is next year and I will be the Maid O' Honor. Wow, I better brush up on my skills and abilities and I'll have to start dieting again not only to be the hottest brides maid at the wedding, but to find a new man so that he can pay for my trip to Texas next year for the wedding (of course I'll let him come along). Ok, talk to you all tomorrow.

Things with Troy are rocky

UUUUhhhhh,
I'm not feeling so well today. It started right after I went to get an ice cream treat. I bet I shouldn't have done that. So, I bet y'all are wondering what the hell is going on here. Well, I've been really busy. With work and the boy, I really don't have a lot of time to myself. There has been some arguing going on with Troy and I, but we've moved past that and have landed on a happy time. I think I've dumped him 2 or 3 times in the last week. We've managed to work out the problems, to my satisfaction, and are moving forward. The second job, waitressing, has been going OK. I've found that I love to go out with my colleagues after we get done slaving away. The bartenders at our regular joint have been ponying up some free drinks and have been well compensated for it.
Last night Troy and I grilled out some steaks and watched a crappy movie that we rented at Hollywood Video. Note to self: Do not let Troy pick out a movie for 3 weeks as punishment for making me watch that shit.
Tomorrow night we're going to watch About Schmidt. I wanted to go see it in the theatre when it first came out and I never made it. Come to think of it the only movie I've been to in the last 4 months was when Troy and I went to see Lord of the Rings a couple of weeks ago. I'm usually so on top of that stuff.
My friend Sheri and I have a "date" to go see Bruce Almighty next Tuesday night. Hopefully, it's at the cheap theatre by then. I'll save myself $6. WhooHoo.
It's almost five, I gotta run, but I'll be back tomorrow.

Friday, Friday, Lord Almighty Thank God It's Friday

You know the first week of June is done and I haven't even sent out my monthly update. I should do that today. Maybe I will. I also realized today that I have gone a year without benefits of any kind and have not hurt myself at all. Thank GOD!!! I got my new insurance cards in the mail yesterday and took it as a token to take a risk so I might go on the big kid rides at Valley Fair this summer. I'm also thinking of trying skydiving. Maybe I should sign up for additional life insurance first though. I can't wait to go to the dentist, Dr. Matt who is kind of a hottie, ok not kind of, really a hottie. I saw him last year before I left my sales job. He even gave me a couple of fillings for free. I think he may have only felt bad for me because I had to get 5. I've already made an appointment for a physical and then I have to go see the eye doctor. I figure I just take full advantage of the bene's right away. Who knows I may find a better job in a couple of months and get to start all over again from scratch.
Things with Troy and I are going fine. The last week has been kind of shakey, but we managed to work things out. I told him I wasn't planning anything beyond a week with him until his behavior improves. He was being an ass for awhile, probably because I wasn't being super nice. I was actually being a *itch. Hard to believe I know, but it does happen.
TTFN--I'll update on Monday, hopefully something exciting happens this weekend.

Mom Story #5 of 5

So, just one more Mom story to go. I want to make it good, so I better ponder this for awhile.
30 minutes later--
I still don't know how to top this one off. Should it be funny, should it be sincere and stuff, should I just make up something and pass it off as real until my mom reads it and just blows it out of the water.
Next Day--
Well here it is--
Mom Story #5 of 5--
My mom is the greatest. When I go home she does my laundry and cooks my favorite things. She really takes care of me. But, I am not the only one that gets this "special" treatment. She keeps chocolate in her desk for Chris, she surprises her friends with gifts they really want, she listens and cares, she's always there to listen when needed and is supportive when she should be. She lets you make mistakes and doesn't make you feel bad when you realize what an idiot you are. She's there for a laugh and a shoulder to cry on. I love you lots Mom.
So that's not a story, but it sums up (mostly) what a great person she is.
Ok, back to my regular messed up life tomorrow.

Fat Cat and Mom Story

Ok, so first look at this picture and then I can get on with stuff and things.....

I'm sorry, should someone be calling the SPCA, this is abuse. That cat has to lay down because it's little kitty legs aren't strong enough to hold it up. For crying out loud.

Mom Story #4 of 5--
One of the things my mom does well is entertain me. Whether it's wrinkling up her chin in such a manner it looks like a dimpled butt, telling me stories about how forgetful/silly/accident prone my father is, or letting me rest my feet on her lap and then let her put things between my toes (ie, nail files and pencils). I know it sounds dumb, but we laugh, I hate having stuff between my toes by the way, and I also hate it when all I have on are socks and they are pulled away from my toes so it looks like I have big clown feet. But anyway, this is about my mom. One of the funniest things I've ever done to her was hide in her closet. I would say goodnight before she went to bed and I would go hide in her closet and wait until she got into bed and turned the lights off, then I would jump out of the closet and scream. Yeah, how fun. She didn't think so the first time. But, the subsequent few times it happened we would have a good laugh. Tee-Hee. I love you mom.

Mom Story #3 of 5

While I was in highschool and even after I started college I hated to be trapped in a car with my mother. It was a chance for her to lecture me and I was unable to get away. The worst was going to Madison or Dubuque because she would have me in there for an hour each way. I would get so pissed at her. It would start out all nice and dandy. We'd sing along to oldies on the radio, and then bam, she would start in on me about everything she didn't like about me. Why can't you do this right? What's wrong with you? I look back now and know she did it out of love. My dad would instinctively know that we were up to our necks with each other. Sometimes though, we would have the best talks or we just enjoyed each others company. One of the saddest days of my life was when I left for college. The car was all packed up and there wasn't room for Mom. As Dad and I pulled out of the driveway, Mom stood out front waving goodbye with tears in her eyes. They were the same tears that I shed. Another stage in life just beginning and my childhood behind me. My mom's been supportive of my decisions in life and for that I am eternally grateful. I look forward to car trips with her now, it's been a long time since I've gotten a lecture, but if and when I have kids I know how to get their attention for a couple of hours, bribe them with a shopping trip.