June 9th, 2004
State of the wench. @ 03:36 pmState Of The Mind: pleased Noise: David Gates - Never Let Her Go
I made *four* postcards last night. Very pleased.:) Sammy and I already had our big fight for the day, so that's out of the way. *half-smile* Tired. But feeling more together mentally than I have in a while. Maybe my meds have *really* kicked in. The pill box definitely helps, 'cause I stock it with four doses and take it as soon as I feel able to swallow non-liquids in the morning. I know, I'm being bad about communication. I think that will improve though. We're going to Sesame Place next Monday through Wednesday. I'm marking the days off the calendar, so Sammy won't ask if we're going *today* every five minutes. We count the days together the first time she asks, then I point to the squares and she counts the other times. She hasn't asked at all today. Maybe she's remembering from yesterday.:) (no subject) @ 01:27 amState Of The Mind: amused Noise: Nothing now, The Ghost & Mrs. Muir in just a moment.
As seen in shadesong's journal, Max Barry, author of Jennifer Government, reviews a Mary Kate & Ashley book. June 8th, 2004
(no subject) @ 07:54 pmState Of The Mind: angry at myself Noise: Tears For Fears - Sowing The Seeds Of Love
Argh! Why do I *do* this to myself? Why do I put off doing something that makes me remarkably happy and proud to do things I think I should? No one is demanding I do this stuff...I just figure it's more important than my art. It damn well isn't. There are things that are more important than making stuff...but only a few of them, and none of them include organizing *anything*. June 7th, 2004
Results of tbe book survey @ 04:44 pmWell, first I've got everything organized into a list, so y'all can copy and paste it into your booklists, if you like. (Y'all *do* have booklists, right? *grin*) Comments and such are beneath that. Again, thanks for all the feedback. It was fun.:) ( Tomey Goodness ) (no subject) @ 01:57 pmState Of The Mind: Um...yeah. Noise: Crash Test Dummies - In The Days Of The Caveman
Hey look! If you really like Star Wars and Christian Slater, now you can combine the two. And who hasn't wanted to do that in their lifetime? (no subject) @ 02:08 amState Of The Mind: Goofy
I can't watch movies without IMDB any longer! Well, I can but it kind of drives me crazy. 'Cause there's always someone in there who's...you know...that guy, who was in that one movie with Humphrey Bogart, no, not *that* movie, the one where he's a gangster! (And, of course, the older the movie, the more difficult it is to remember) When Mum and I were watching a movie and we couldn't figure out who the guy was, we'd often call Nan. And then later I'd mail Mum...and I still do, but there's stuff even *she* doesn't know about movies (Sorry Mum! I promise, I won't tell anyone else. *Grin*). Which is why putting a dvd drive in Dragon enhanced my movie experience tenfold. (Yay, more reasons to be at my 'puter. ;) Now I can have the IMDB window open while watching the film and just ctrl-tab to it when I'm wondering. Yeah, I'm completely sad. But hey, at least I know it. Oh...the reason this entry came about? I'm watching Butterflies Are Free and knew the owner of the funky store from *somewhere*. Turns out he's Michael Warren who was also in Days Of Our Lives, Hill Street Blues, Storyville and other picture postcards. June 5th, 2004
(no subject) @ 07:00 amState Of The Mind: amused Noise: The Ramones - Teenage Lobotomy
How to tell when one's a bit overtired? One goes into the kitchen to get juice for the child and tea for oneself. One pours juice into one's cup and doesn't even notice till it's half-full. *sigh* It's gonna be a day. At least it was good juice. :) June 4th, 2004
(no subject) @ 11:29 pmState Of The Mind: pleased Noise: American Casino (Discovery Channel)
This is so cool. Nelson Mandela is retiring to spend time with his family, friends and self. I'm so glad he can do that. June 3rd, 2004
(no subject) @ 10:09 pmState Of The Mind: Giggly Noise: Sisters of Mercy - Sympathy for the Devil
Fun with Winamp. Sesame Street - The Grouch Anthem into Sisters Of Mercy - Sympathy For The Devil {I love the book suggestions. They're so broad, which is what I was going for. It was supposed to be something along the lines of book free association. Y'all have made a great list. I'll write a post about it soon. Sammy wants my attention for some reason. *Grin*} (no subject) @ 09:05 amState Of The Mind: inquisitive
Let's assume I have access to all the books in the English speaking world ('cause that's the only language I'm currently fluent in). Which should I read next? (no subject) @ 09:00 amState Of The Mind: informative Noise: Duets in another window & The Wiggles on tv for Sammy
girly_grrl wanted me to tell y'all that she's not being unfriendly, she's having computer trouble. She'd love to friend everyone who's friended her, but not only is her 'puter being kind of twitty, LJ is being particularly mean. She's working on it though.:) (Just another of those times I wish she was closer, so I could make her machine behave.) (no subject) @ 02:28 amState Of The Mind: snarky Noise: Pet Shop Boys - I Wouldn't Normally Do This Kind Of Thing
An Illinois-based theater chain, GKC Theatres, has begun issuing special "R-Cards" to teenagers, which allows them to see R-rated movies, ABC News reported Tuesday. In order to receive one of the cards, an adult guardian must come to the box office, fill out a form in which they say they approve of the teenager's attending an R-rated film, and pay a $2 fee. But outgoing MPAA President Jack Valenti has expressed opposition to the cards, saying: "I think it distorts and ruptures the intent of this voluntary film ratings system. All R-rated films are not alike." (From here, third from the top) Well Jack, that's true. Of course, not all teenagers are alike either. But I guess that's beside the point. (no subject) @ 02:24 amState Of The Mind: bemused Noise: Pet Shop Boys - Go West
Hulk director Ang Lee could disappoint gay fans by cutting the homosexual kiss between hunky actors Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger from his latest film Brokeback Mountain. The Day After Tomorrow star Gyllenhaal has confessed that he has had homosexual crushes and is willing to snog Ledger - but Lee is anxious about filming the explicit parts of Annie Proulx's novel about two cowboys who fall in love. Gyllenhaal reveals, "We were talking about the kissing in the movie just recently. Clearly, it's pretty challenging material, but Ang said two men herding sheep was far more sexual than two men having sex on screen." (From here, third from the bottom) People just say the oddest things. June 2nd, 2004
(no subject) @ 11:58 pmState Of The Mind: mellow Noise: Oingo Boingo - Perfect System
Happy birthday trinker! I'm lucky to have you in my life. Thank you for the support, the ass-kicking and the love. I love you dearly and hope this year brings you so many wonderful things, with very very few Learning Experiences. (Btw, I need a mailing addy for you) (no subject) @ 05:13 amState Of The Mind: pleased Noise: Nirvana - Come As You Are
If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love. Don't be surly at home, then go out in the street and start grinning 'Good morning' at total strangers. - Maya AngelouShe is one of my very favorite people and has been since I was about...eight. Friday was a great day for me...both Melissa Etheridge and Maya Angelou were on Sesame Street. *Grin* (no subject) @ 03:01 amState Of The Mind: content Noise: New Order - Bizarre Love Triangle
Not much to say. So, here's a meme! ( Snipsnip )Wait! Come back! I'll have something to say soon! Really! I hope. *smile* May 28th, 2004
From the "I am not making this up" files @ 03:21 pmState Of The Mind: amused
Did you ever wonder just how boring it would be to watch paint dry? Now you can find out. (no subject) @ 03:07 pmState Of The Mind: contemplative Noise: Dora The Explorer
Ya know...she *is* named Sammy for a reason. *Grin* Well, no. (and yes) I decided I was going to name my first daughter Sammy when I was about eighteen, because I loved Sammy Hagar and *really* liked the idea of a little girl named Sammy. So, about half of each. :) We started out calling her Sammy, but that quickly became Sam. Though we usually call her 'Mantha (don't know why, it just happened). She, on the other hand, has decided that she wants to be Sammy. (That's how she puts it. "No Mama. I jus' want to be Sammy!") So, we're working on that. I think she wants to be called Sammy because she can *spell* Sammy. Yes, I know, she can spell Sam too. But just *try* telling her that. She just looks at me like I'm nuts...they're two different names, after all. May 27th, 2004
(no subject) @ 11:59 pmState Of The Mind: happy yet confused
Um, when did Sammy get back together with Van Halen? And how come nobody told me? I am so confuuuused. I'm apparently the last person to know, and no one else seems the least bit surprised. Weird. *looks at ticket prices* *dies* Oy. Maybe I'm not as big a fan as I thought...;) May 26th, 2004
(no subject) @ 02:32 amNoise: Dave Brubeck - Stardust
I understand the need for dolls that look like all kinds of kids (when I was...little...I got a doll with long brown hair and *GLASSES*. I was in heaven.) and I like the idea that kids with Downs Syndrome can dolls that look like them. I really do think it's a great idea. But someone needs to do *something* about the clothing these poor dears are wearing. Oy. May 25th, 2004
(no subject) @ 04:25 pmMy hair's finally long enough to put a hair stick in again. Yay! (well, I've been using them around the house, but they had a tendency to slide around a bit, which drives me nuts when I'm out) Now I know exactly how long to keep my hair...or at least how short to not have it.
And I remembered to take my pills today, all by myself. I'm all grown-up now. *Grin*
*looks at doughnut and doritos* Well. somewhat. I'm drinking loads of water though.:) (And we actually have soda around...this isn't a desperation drink) We used to have a *BIG* container in the fridge with water in it...it's a long rectangle with a handle on the top and a spout on the front. It was great. But then we needed the space for food...and I find we've been drinking about half the water we used to because the really cold stuff isn't available. So, while I was at Target last night (needed two more storage thingies for my stamps and such), I found a pair of liter bottles with pop off-caps (that are tethered to the top of the bottle) ...I filled them and stuck 'em in the fridge before I went to bed. If Jeff's home we can each have one and if he isn't, I can drink one then refill it and drink the other while the first is cooling. (And I'm sure you're all thrilled to hear about this. *grin*)
We went to see Shrek2 yesterday...I think I actually liked it more than the original. And thank you to davehogg for the tip about staying till the credits are over. I definitely second the motion. We came in after the previews started and Sammy was *not* thrilled with the Harry Potter trailer and wanted to leave. But we reassured her that it wasn't the movie, just a commercial and once it was over she was happy again. There were a few parts near the beginning when she was bored, but she did *really* well. And I have renewed my love for matinees, especially weekday ones. There were enough people in the theatre that it didn't feel like we were sitting in a cave, but we weren't on top of one another either. Very cool.
My newest addiction is Kingdom Of Loathing. It's far too silly and I like it very much.
girly_grrl is posting! Yay! (And another comes over to the dark lj side)
I've got about a thousand things to do (including the dreaded l*ndry, which, I must say, I actually like doing. Sad, huh?;) so I shall start. With frequent breaks to check my friends list. *grin* May 23rd, 2004
(no subject) @ 07:30 pmState Of The Mind: yay!
The Lion In Winter is starting on Showtime right now. I've been waiting for this for quite a while. Patrick Stewart and Glenn Close (This might just be as good as the original.) May 22nd, 2004
(no subject) @ 07:23 pmState Of The Mind: happy Noise: Jeff watching Cops, Sammy pretending to pick up her toys
Innnnntroducing girly_grrl aka my veryvery dear sisterfriend Veronika. We've known each other since 1988 and have been friends since...I think it was '93. She seriously rocks. She's still a bit dazzled by the Lj experience, so she hasn't posted yet, but she'll get the hang of it soon. :) (no subject) @ 06:39 pmState Of The Mind: Not complacent Noise: Bif Naked - Dawn
Last seen in kshandra's journal "I believe that the president's leadership in the actions taken in Iraq demonstrate an incompetence in terms of knowledge, judgment and experience in making the decisions that would have been necessary to truly accomplish the mission without the deaths to our troops and the cost to our taxpayers." --House Minority Leader Nancy PelosiOne of the Emperor's particularly nasty minions, House Majority Leader Tom DeLay, responded: "Nancy Pelosi should apologize for her irresponsible, dangerous rhetoric. She apparently is so caught up in partisan hatred for President Bush that her words are putting American lives at risk." (Source: CNN) That's right, folks, it's now official: criticize our pResident and you are endangering American lives. But a better president than Dubya said this: "To announce that there must be no criticism of the president, or that we are to stand by the president right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public." --Theodore Roosevelt, 1918Everyone who is so inclined, write down that Roosevelt quote on a postcard (or order a packet from eleri's Cafe Press store) and send it to the House Majority Leader at either of the following addresses: The Hon. Tom DeLay 242 Cannon HOB Washington, DC 20515 The Hon. Tom DeLay Office of the House Majority Leader H-107 The Capitol Washington, DC 20515 And send an "attagirl" to Rep. Pelosi at: Rayburn House Office Building Room # 2371 Washington, D.C. 20515 Then post this info in your journal and see if we can generate a big, fat reminder that dissent and criticism are not treason. (no subject) @ 05:11 pmState Of The Mind: aggravated Noise: Bif Naked - Anything
There are, I think, few things more frustrating than watching someone do something you used to to, but can't even attempt now due to allergies. Especially if it's something you liked to do. In other words, Jeff is mowing the lawn(and he rocks for doing so). May 20th, 2004
(no subject) @ 09:11 pmState Of The Mind: celebratory Noise: CSI
Today is my third lj-versary. I'm definitely glad that kshandra mentioned this joint. Thank you all for reading things I write, writing things for me to read and being willing to share my joy, help with my pain and kick my ass when I need it. May 19th, 2004
(no subject) @ 05:05 pmFeeling better. Would feel much better if Sammy-induced awakening hadn't happened at quarter to five this morning.
I keep telling myself that I'm going to get us on a loose schedule, do much the same thing at much the same time every single day. And it *seriously* doesn't happen. It only bothers me when I'm tired or hopeless. Thank goodness today is tired.
We get things done...maybe I'll start by designating days rather than hours. Like the old "Monday - laundry, Tuesday - baking" and so on. That would work. Especially since I want to start baking again. ('Cause, you know, when it gets warmer, that's the time to bake your own bread.;)
Still looking very forward to the pool opening at the end of the month. I plan to spend time in the big pool with Sammy, but they've also got a fenced off kiddie pool (that's rawther big) that has chairs and such around it and that's where I'm planning on spending most of our time. I might even be able to read a page now and then. Though, I've been a mama long enough that I'm not counting on it.
My brain just went flat, so I guess that means I should send this and go do something else. May 18th, 2004
Blargh. @ 08:09 pmState Of The Mind: icky Noise: The Cure - There Is No If
Sick. Aka Fun With Nausea. If I weren't currently *having* my period, I might entertain the thought that I was pregnant but it's pretty damn near impossible. So, just sick. Which isn't anywhere near as much fun. Anway, if I owe you mail or contact, I probably won't be able to get to it till tomorrow. Love all y'all though. May 16th, 2004
(no subject) @ 12:29 pmState Of The Mind: crafty Noise: Pot O' Gold (Jimmy Stewart movie)
I know a lot of you make stuff and I love reading your posts and seeing the pictures. I also know there are a lot of crafting communities out there. So, I figured, what's one more? I built crafty_stuff this morning (far too early this morning, but we won't speak of that) 'cause I'd like a place where my friends and I can get together and just talk about the stuff we're making. Share pictures, ask questions, link to things that look interesting, link to thinks that seem completely absurd and impossible to make, craft-geek and talk about the new supplies you just bought and what you're going to do with them. Or talk about the new supplies you just bought and find out if anyone has any idea what you can do with them. So...if you think its a good idea and you'd like to be there, come join us. Well, it's just me right now, but I'm an optimist.:) May 13th, 2004
(no subject) @ 02:23 amNoise: Huey Lewis & The News - Do You Believe In Love?
Um, I'm agreeing with Pat Buchannan. There are some words I never thought I'd type. (no subject) @ 01:43 amNoise: Barry Manilow - I Made It Through The Rain
As you may have noticed, not much is going on in Gessiville right now. ( So, I'm posting this ) (no subject) @ 01:36 amState Of The Mind: amused Noise: Melissa Etheridge - Whispers In My Heart
NBC is apparently taking a more active interest in PAX-TV, the last-place network in which it holds a 32-percent stake. According to Crain's New York Business, NBC has been helping the so-called family network develop a lineup of new shows that will be true to the spirit of founder Bud Paxson's vision of a broadcast network that offers an alternative to the sex and violence presented on the major nets, while at the same time attracting a larger audience. For example, among a number of reality shows that will be produced in the fall season, will be one featuring a houseful of people trying to quit smoking.Oh. Well, yeah. I'll definitely tune into a show filled with people trying to quit smoking. :b While I'm sure it'll be full of drama, I doubt it'll be the kind of drama I find entertaining. May 11th, 2004
(no subject) @ 10:38 pmState Of The Mind: cheerful
Oooh! An American In Paris is on TCM right now. Nifty. (no subject) @ 04:08 amState Of The Mind: Bright Eyed Noise: Santana - Black Magic Woman
Wow. I have a new monitor (which is *so* wow 'cause Babygirl scratched ours up a couple years ago by trying to write on it with a pen. She was just two and I have *no* idea what was going through her head) and new glasses...I can see *so* clearly now. (The glasses aren't prescription, but they do make things look better. :) (no subject) @ 02:08 amState Of The Mind: hmmph! Noise: Die Form - Cantique 1
*gasp* The Orson Welles version of Jane Eyre isn't on Dvd! What, precisely, is up with that? May 7th, 2004
(no subject) @ 06:18 pmState Of The Mind: better Noise: Love & Rockets - So Alive
Oh, we got Love Actually from Netflix last week and absolutely loved it. Especially Liam Neeson's relationship with his son. And, unlike Matchstick Men, which I loved as well, I can rewatch it. (I can't rewatch most movies with a huge mystery in them once I know what the solution is) Totally on the Buy list. (no subject) @ 03:49 pmState Of The Mind: cranky Noise: Medieval Babes - Wayaway
The headache came back! *FUME* May 6th, 2004
(no subject) @ 12:34 amState Of The Mind: content Noise: Goldfinger - Margaret Ann
I guess I should post the answers to the song meme, huh? ( Pssttt. Back here. ) May 5th, 2004
(no subject) @ 10:44 pmState Of The Mind: amused
We're watching Alton and they were showing Cheeseheads in a commercial. Sammy said "I want a cheese hat! A little cheese hat. No, a big cheese hat, because I am big. And I am good at eating." I suppose I should tell her it isn't real cheese, huh? (no subject) @ 04:33 pmState Of The Mind: A bit frustrated, but overall okay. Noise: Laura Branigan - Self Control
Well, my headache's mostly gone. (And I'm restarting my monument to the people who invented Excedrin Migraine) Sammy was very good yesterday...maybe I should have headaches more often.;) Got Big Fish from Netflix and am *so* looking forward to watching it. Finished Waiting this morning and really liked it. Mum surprised me with Maureen O'Hara's autobiography and I can hardly wait to start it. Now that I can do things like move my head and focus without worrying about anything falling off, I can start working on the cards and bookmarks again. Yay!That was the thing that was driving me the craziest yesterday. I'm sending them out as I finish them and have done about a dozen so far. So, keep an eye out if you haven't gotten one. And don't worry, I'll get to everyone eventually...then start over again. *Grin* And now that I finally remembered to pick up envelopes, I can send *Out* bookmarks as well as cards/posties.:) I'm planning to use my own envelopes soon, but I'm not sure enough of my skills to actually send them out yet. Okay, no more craft geeking. At least not in this post. Hmm...just ran into a bit of a problem. I bought Sammy two buckets at the Huge clearance Target had the day after Easter. They were stuck together and we just brought them out for her to use with her blocks. But I can't get the bloody things *apart*. I'd rather not poke holes in them if I don't have to, 'cause they're a good size for the beach and/or pool. Any ideas? ( Maybe a picture will help ) (no subject) @ 03:58 amNoise: Willie Nelson & Toby Keith - Beer For My Horses
Just in case anyone was wondering, I love all you silly people. May 4th, 2004
(no subject) @ 03:30 pmState Of The Mind: Yay Noise: Garth Brooks - If Tomorrow Never Comes
darthgeek rocks like Alice Cooper in overdrive. He surprised me with this. I've wanted a Leatherman for years now and have wanted this one since I first came across it...especially since it had scissors...that's just *so* useful. They're nice too...bigger than I expected too. When I can't think, it's time for a meme! @ 12:29 pmNoise: That would be telling.
Or, "I want to write, my brain isn't into it, so I'm doing this." As seen in gridlore's journal. Instructions: On your current playlist, hit shuffle and pick the first twenty songs on the list (no matter how cheesy or embarrassing), and write down your favorite line of the song. Try to avoid putting the song title in the line. Then, have your friends comment and see if they know the songs.I'm assuming the originator meant randomize the list or hit shuffle twenty times. But maybe not. That's what I'm doing though. So there.;) 1. Palm trees grow, and rents are low but you know I keep thinkin' about making my way back. 2. A bush to burn, a stone to bleed. 3. No warning, no pension and nobody's tears 4. You’re giving me crooked answers, I’m cracking your little code. 5. Well there'll be music all around you 6. I'd like a lamp if you don't want it. {The next song was the Aquabats "Ska Boss", but there really aren't any lyrics there that wouldn't totally give it away. So, we move on.} 7. You don’t really need to find out what’s going on, you don’t really want to know just how far it’s gone 8. We can fly to paradise. 9. Every time I see him go, everybody says to wait. 10. A boy will be born in the garden, I'll wait on a patch of green grass. 11. Standing at the gates of hell with nowhere else to go. 12. I'm a death defying, terrifying spotlight in the gloom 13. You're out on the streets looking good, and you know deep down in your heart that it ain't right 14. Well I’m a waste like you, with nothing else to do. 15. He took the seat off his own bike because of the way that it felt. 16. And if you're trying to cut me down, you know that I might bleed. 17. Daylight licked me into shape I must have been asleep for days. 18. Innocence was our fire. We told the truth. 19. I thought "vegetarian extremists, Or prank-playing sorority girls". 20. Life's just a cocktail party on the street. May 3rd, 2004
(no subject) @ 12:46 amState Of The Mind: giggly Noise: Blind Faith - Presence Of The Lord
I tend to read the gossip sidebar on IMDB, 'cause...I'm like that. *Grin* I think that, sometimes, the headline writer/s are either in a silly mood or aren't thinking in the first place. Case in point? Police Seize Jackson's Underpants May 1st, 2004
(no subject) @ 05:11 pmState Of The Mind: cheerful Noise: Suzanne Vega - Gypsy
It's silly poll time again! Poll #287382 Spring Shades
Open to: All, results viewable to: AllWhich color is spring for you? April 30th, 2004
(no subject) @ 02:46 pmState Of The Mind: questioning Noise: Paul McCartney & Wings - Uncle Albert/Admiral Halsey
"Don't compare pain, it doesn't do any good and will probably hurt someone in the end." I've said that, in a zillion different ways, for years. And I definitely believe it. Something occurred to me today though. No one's tempted to compare joys in the same way (Well, at least in my experience). When people share joy, each person's contribution is celebrated and isn't thought to be diminishing anyone else. Why are we allowed to be happy but not sad, angry or in pain? Of course, living in a society where happiness is celebrated (and often forced), anger and sadness are suppressed and pain is something to get over, I almost understand. But I still don't really get it. So, what do y'all think? April 29th, 2004
From the "That's my girl" files @ 07:56 pmState Of The Mind: amused
"Do you want half a candy bar?" "Uh-huh. *pause* Like in o/~I want candy~\o, like 'dat?" "Yep." "Oh-kay." I love my kid. (no subject) @ 07:45 pmState Of The Mind: amused Noise: The Powerpuff Girls Movie
Hey look. The American Family Association wants to know who we're planning to vote for, for President. Shall we tell them? April 28th, 2004
(no subject) @ 06:40 pmState Of The Mind: helpful Noise: Peter Gabriel - Don't Give Up
Just got this in mail. If you were there, go tell them and be counted.:) COUNT ME IN!
Because of the immensity of the crowd, we were not able to complete the count of those attending. If you were at the march and did not already get counted, please sign up on our website at http://www.marchforwomen.org under "Count Me In." Encourage all of your friends who came to do the same. We must continue to show our strength. |