There was a knock at the door today and when I went to answer it, there were a group of modestly dressed ladies holding bibles... Oh boy...
"Hello, how are you today?"
"Good!"
"That's good. We're Jehovahs witnesses..."
"Oh. Well, we're atheists so we're not interested. Sorry." I assure you I said this very politely though that's hard to get across in type.
"Oh." She just sort of stared at me for a second, looking like a deer caught in the headlights then said, "Ok. Have a nice day." And they left!
I was rather impressed that they gave up that quickly. I thought I was going to have to get into a raging theological debate with them before they finally went away. Go fig.
Just in case anyone thought I had fallen off the face of the Earth... sorry to disappoint. I am, in fact, still alive (just barely though.)
I've been busy the last few weeks trying to keep my boyfriend entertained during his trip and staving off death because I've been sick on and off for almost a month now. I think I might have strep throat because every morning when I wake up it feels like someone has taken a blowtorch to the back of my throat. This is made all the worse by the fact that, because I'm participating in a clinical research study for a new anxiety medication... I can't take anything for my complaints. So I just cope and wait for death... or to get better. Whichever comes first.
Someone asked me the other day if I ever felt like I was just waiting to start living life, to which I responded... "ALL THE TIME!" Between the slow going of my schooling, just beginning to be able to look for a new job, and now the added fact that my boyfriend is officially moving out here sometime next year... it feels like my whole life has reached a point of stinky cesspool stagnation. I'm waiting to finish school, waiting to start therapy so I can be less anxious, waiting to start my career, waiting to start a life with the man I can't help but love, waiting, waiting, waiting.
My life is so very different from what it used to be... but then again, I suppose that's always the case when you stop and reflect every few years. I try and take comfort in the fact, that although life is different... a lot of it is for the better, not the worst. I guess it just overwhelms me because my anxiety doesn't respond well to change. I'm a different person, with different friendships, different priorities, different mental processes.
I think I just have to learn to balance doing all the things I need to do to move ahead with my life and living in the now a little more. I mean... this IS my life. I have to realize it's the journey... not the destination.
P.S. See what lack of medication when I'm sick will do!? The philosopher in me gets a little nutty...
(I find the premise of the show kind of funny because Penn has prosopagnosia, a rare inability to recognize faces.)
1:34am EDITED TO ADD:
I was channel surfing while I wait out my insomnia, and what do I find on channel 13? A "Home Improvement" rerun with none other than Penn and Teller as the guest stars! It's like Christmas 4 weeks early!
I am shocked at how amazingly disgusting this is, but I commend Jon Stewart for highlighting that point so effectively. I'm also really proud of Minnesota for being progressive enough to vote for a Muslim congressman. Kudos! *puts on her Minnesota t-shirt from her last trip there*
1. That new Sears commercial with Ty Pennington. The one where he talks about how men like power tools and women like shoes. It's unabashedly sexist and Ty Pennington being "America's Angel" really doesn't excuse him.
2. That since the Google acquisition of YouTube, Viacom has smelled the money and are now pulling all the Daily Show clips... Fuck you GooTube for taking away my beautiful Jon and Stephen. *weeps for humanity*
One thing that is NOT pissing me off right now...
BORAT~! I've never laughed so hard at a movie before. It's pure gold. Go see it.
You are on a quest for knowledge and life challenges. You love to be curious and ask a ton of questions. Since you know so much, you make for an interesting conversationalist. Mentally alert, you can outwit almost anyone (and have fun doing it!).
Very introspective, you can be silently critical of others. And your quiet nature makes it difficult for people to get to know you. You see yourself as a philosopher, and you take everything philosophically. Your main talent is expressing and communicating ideas.
Souls you are most compatible with: Hunter Soul and Visionary Soul
See the part where that guy lets some other car turn in front of him? That's the "Star Theatre" in oldtown La Puente. It's a porn theater! (or was last time I knew of it anyhow.) I remember I'd drive by there with my mom on the way to the library (always been a crazy bookworm) and instead of movie posters in the "now playing" slots, they had leopard fur fabric!
In other news, my mother is coming back from Texas tonight. Much frantic cleaning has been done and much more will be done before I go pick her up from the airport.
My camera's been busted for about 2 months now and I finally nagged myself into taking it in seeing as I paid $40 for a Best Buy warranty. I'd heard they usually just give you a new one since mine is so old they don't make it anymore, so I was all ready for a delicious new camera. I took it to the Best Buy in City of Industry because it's right by my work and ya know... two birds. I waited in line in customer service, only to be told that I had to take it to the "Geek Squad" I trudged over there and was greeted by a non-geek-really-more-of-a-jock-looking guy. I handed him my warranty and told him the screen on my camera didn't turn on anymore. He took the camera and then eyed me suspiciously.
"Is it hot outside?" It's a fucking 101 degrees. "Yeah, it's pretty hot out there." "I can tell by the camera. You know, heat's not good for it." Did this guy want me to fucking drive it over in a cooler like a kidney or something? "Yeah, I know, but it's hot in my car... and the camera stopped working a while ago. It wasn't exposed to any heat before." Obviously thinks I'm negligent with technology and doesn't believe me. "Ok, well we're going to have to send it in to get it fixed." WHA??? "How long will that take?" "About two weeks." Motherfucker. "Oooh, really? I was kind of hoping to get this all out of the way today." "Yeah, well we have to send it in. We can't fix this here." Geek Squad my ass. Getting desperate and trying cute, dumb girl line in which I'm only half joking. "Can't I just have a new one?" Looks at me like I just asked for his left testicle and laughs in my face. "Noooo, I'm sorry, that's not the way it works." Bitch gonna get stabbed. "Oh, all right. Well in that case, I'll take it to my local Best Buy, since I only work in the area, I'd figured this would be on the way, but since it's going to take two weeks, ya know... I'd rather pick it up locally." Realizing what a lie that sounds like since I'm obviously in the area a lot if I work here, but now I'm kind of glad and hope he realizes I'm totally bullshitting him. "All right, sorry about that." "Oh! No problem at all! Thanks for your help!"
Long story short, I drove to the West Covina Best Buy and the actually-looked-like-geek squad guys there took it to the back for a second then came back out with some paperwork and told me to take it over to the camera section and tell them they had approved an exchange for a NEW camera (with awesome color changing features), since they don't make mine anymore. What a fucking bitch that other guy was. If I ever see him again, I'm going to stab him in the left testicle. Thank Odin for the slackers in West Covina.
(P.S. Regarding looking like a geek vs. jock... I know someone's looks have nothing to do with their actual skills, it was more of an observation than anything else.)
After spending pretty much all day today interacting genuinely with people, I realize why I've felt so odd lately (other than being sick anyway).
At my old job I interacted all day with my co-workers and customers. We all had a relationship.
At my new job, I basically get to interact with no one other than in passing. I've completely lacked every day interaction with people that wasn't absolutely necessary. I also ended school for the summer right around the time I changed jobs.
I spent the first half of the day today at a CPR/First Aid class everyone at my job was required to pass. I really had a blast. I spent the whole time talking and joking and laughing with all the people in the class (and learning CPR somewhere in there as well). Later in the day, I went with my mother to see my poor cousin, who has leukemia. He's only 34 and it's so sad to see him in so much pain, but at least we were able to keep him company for a while. Finally, Tommy and I went to meet up with a whole bunch of people I hadn't seen in a while at the Royal Lounge. It was really kick back and I got to chat and catch up a bit with everyone.
It was really such a change from my routine as of late, and it was really nice. I'm glad my job affords me so much flexibility, and I know I'll really count my lucky stars when school rolls around again and I can work around my school schedule, but at the moment, I miss my old routine and talking to nice people on a daily basis.
Well, at least in the middle of July, the whole routine will get broken up a bit because I'll be flying out to see Jonny since his roomates are getting married. We might even go to the new science museum out there... mmm... science...
Who on your Myspace "Top 8" do you talk to the most? brian and kasi
What time is your alarm clock set for? I get to sleep in tomorrow.
How many suitcases do you own? none!
Do you wear flip-flops even when it's cold outside? I'm actually notorious for this.
Where do you buy your groceries from? Trader Joes, Gonzalez (North Gate), Food 4 Less
Would you rather take the picture or be in the picture? I'd rather steal someone else's soul (so take)
What was the last movie you watched? V FOR VENDETTA @ the Imax (second time, yes, I loved it that much.)
Do any of your friends have children? Lyz!
If you won the lottery, what's the first thing you would buy? That's a really difficult question... maybe a house?
Has anyone ever called you lazy? My mother on occasion.
Do you ever take medication to help you fall asleep faster? nope.
What CD is currently in your CD player? Trespasser Williams - Different Stars
Do you prefer regular or chocolate milk? chocolate fo sho.
Has anyone told you a secret this week? I'm not at liberty to say.
When was the last time someone hit on you? Yesterday at my work.
What did you have for dinner? Pesto Salmon at Buca di Beppo's. Yummy!
Do you wear hoodies often? When the weather permits.
Can you whistle? Not very well.
Have you ever participated in a protest? Not yet.
Last person to call you? Jonny, that hot bitch.
What is your favorite ride at an amusement park? Superman at Six Flags.
Do you think people talk about you behind your back? Everyone talks about everyone at some point.
What area code are you in right now? 626
Did you watch cartoons as a child? Sure.
How big is your local mall? um... mall sized?
How many siblings do you have? one sister
Are you shy around the opposite sex? I'm better than I used to be.
What is your biggest regret? Nothing major.
Have you ever had Jamba Juice? Mmm...
When was the last time you laughed so hard your sides hurt? Earlier today!
What movie do you know every line to? None, but I've watched Star Wars a lot.
Do you own any band t-shirts? Of course.
When was your last plane ride? I went to Minnesota to see my boyfriend for Valentines Day.
How many chairs are at your dining room table? 4
What is your favorite salad dressing? Bacon Ranch is pretty good.
Do you read for fun? Constantly.
Can you speak any languages other than English? Si.
Do you do your own dishes? Sometimes, sometimes I do others too.
What color is your bedroom painted? Is gross a color?
Have you ever cried in public? Back in high school.
Do you have a desktop computer or a laptop? desktop
Are you always trying to learn new things? I LOVE learning new things, but work has sadly cut down on my "learning for personal enrichment" time.
Do you shower on a daily basis? Not some mornings when I have to go to work and it's freezing.
Are you currently wanting any piercings or tattoos? just a belly piercing.
Do you believe that the guy should pay on the first date? No. Fity, fity.
Can you skip rocks? nope
Have you ever been to Jamaica? I wish.
What to snack on at the movie theatres? I don't like to snack in the theater.
Who was your favorite teacher? My highschool psychology teacher, Mr. Norton
Have you ever dated someone out of your race? I've ONLY dated outside of my race actually, but not intentionally, I just haven't dated much in general. I wouldn't be opposed to dating someone the same race as I am. *shrug*
What is the weather like? rainy
Would you ever date someone covered in tattoos? My initial reaction is to say "Probably not." But you never know.
Do you have an online journal? obviously
What was your favorite class in high school? psychology
Do you enjoy traveling via airplanes? god no. I get extremely airsick.
What personality trait is a must-have in the opposite sex? intelligence
Have you ever been attracted to someone physically unattractive? If I found them attractive, how could they be unattractive???
When was the last time you slept on the floor? Can't recall a time I ever have.
What is your favorite alcoholic drink? Vodka
Does your closest Starbucks have a drive-thru? yes
Do you like your living arrangement? oddly, yes
What is your mother's hometown? Mexicali
How many hours of sleep do you need to function? 6 bare minimum, but my body will naturally wake up after 9
Do you eat breakfast daily? more often than I used to.
What was the last thing to scare you? can't think of anything.
Are your days full and fast-paced? they can be.
Did you ever get in trouble for talking in class? no
What is your favorite fruit? mangoes
Do you pay attention to calories on the back of packages? nope
How old will you be turning on your next birthday? 24
Are you picky about spelling and grammar? it depends
Do you believe in life on other planets? yes
Who was the last person to piss you off? this totally rude, bitch of a customer.
What was the last thing you ate? cream cheese filled croissant
Do you get along better with the same or opposite sex? I get along with them in different ways.
What did you dress up as for your first Halloween? a witch
How did your parents pick your name? my mom heard it on a novella (mexican soap opera)
Do you like mustard? that's good eatin'
What do you tell yourself when times get hard? you've been through worse, and this too shall pass.
Would you ever sky dive? I will one day!
Do you sleep on your side, tummy, or back? tummy
What character from a movie most reminds you of yourself? Charlotte, from "Lost in Translation"
Have you ever bid for something on ebay? bellydancing coin belt, and my celestial comforter
What do you think of Angelina Jolie being pregnant? LET YOUR CHILDREN LEARN TO WALK~!
Do you enjoy giving hugs? most of the time
Would you consider yourself to be fashionable? not really, I know not to wear a potato sack and that's about it...
Do you own a digital camera? yes
Who is your favorite Star Wars character? Darth Vader, the baddest badass to ever roam the galaxy.
Does it annoy you when someone says they'll call but never do? depends
What books, if any, have made you cry? sooo many
Do you think you're attractive? sometimes
What are you allergic to? strong perfume scents
Are you a jealous person? not as a rule, but I have my moments
What's your opinion on sex without emotional commitment? It's not for me.
Do you ever feel guilty after eating meat? No. Animals = delicious
If you were born the opposite sex, what would your name have been? Alexander
Ok... I'll admit it. I have turned into a LOST addict. Damn... that show just won't let you go though!
Sun You scored 81% kindness, 32% courage, 39% seedy past, and 58% secretiveness!
"Do you think all this, all we've been through... do you think we're being punished?"
You are Sun. You are very, very kind, but also very secretive. You have not shown much bravery as of yet, but you are growing more and more bold with each day that passes. Don't let the others push you around! You're your own woman! R-E-S-P-E-C-T, sister! And hey, if things don't work out with Jin, I'm sure Michael wouldn't mind taking you out for dinner and a movie.
Your polar opposite is: ironically, Jin. You are similar to:Claire and Walt.
My test tracked 4 variables How you compared to other people your age and gender:
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