Random Cacophony of a Few Weeks
So I got a bit cocky in my last post. I apologize, but can make no promises that it will never happen again. My brain took care of the retaliation for any of you who may have felt jaded. Let me tell you how much fun it is to stop, drop, and roll in front of your in laws. After attempting to convince Mark that no further action was required after the seizure, Mark promptly ignored me, called my mother (what a snitch), and took me to the ER. They did nothing but add some new meds. I'm now on Keppra 500mg BID (2xs a day), and Depakote 250mg BID. I pretty much slept through the two days following.
I have now voluntarily removed myself from all driving activities for the sake of everyone on the road. This is not such a bad thing. I no longer have very valid reasons to ignore the growing laundry pile, the starving children, and the crap which multiplies daily in the house. I have learned that neither of the kids like the following: Cod, London Broil, Spinach, Lemon, or Lamb Chops.
Later on in the week, we developed a leak in out water line which runs from the well to the house. A quick "two or three" hour job turned into a two day job, coupled with a 200+ foot trench which crossed the driveway and ended behind the house. Just like state highway workers- there was one guy working while all others stood and "managed." I was no exception.
Also of note during last week: my debit/credit card numbers were stolen. Some chick, who lives in San Angelo, Texas had a great time in Salt Lake City, Utah. She stayed at a hotel, went clothes shopping, and even did an online background check on me first. So, naturally, I did what any sane person would do. I canceled the card, contacted the bank about the purchases, contacted each place where she had charged, and reamed out the managers for not requiring the actual card to make a purchase, and found the girl's MySpace. In one day, she charged the equivalent to one month's worth of meds. In clothes, she racked up the same amount that I spend on one week's groceries. I know who she is now, and so does the bank and Visa. Who's laughing now, biatch!
On Saturday I went on a bus trip to the Big Apple with Mark's mom and sister. We went to see the Broadway show: Mary Poppins. It was nothing short of phenomenal. The three bags of M&M's (yes, I shared) which I purchased for $12 were made up for completely when Mary flew over my head at the end. And no, I couldn't see her underwear- perverts. Before we got into the theater, we had some (limited) time to tour parts of the city. We rode the subway, took a rickshaw ride around Central Park, walked past Times Square, the Naked Cowboy, St. Patrick's, Strawberry Hill, and Tiffany's (where I'm still looking for "Cat" the cat).
So, what's better than one musical? Two in a row! The next night, my grandfather, aunt, uncle, and I went to see Jesus Christ Superstar. I've never seen the movie, but due to my upbringing, I am pretty educated about the story behind J.C. The actor (Ted Neeley) who played Jesus was the actor from the original movie. He was great and all, but I couldn't get past the fact that he sounded like a hybrid mix of David Bowie and Barry Gibb. Coupled with some disco-type music, I was half expecting Jesus to start singing "Ziggy Stardust" on a lighted disco floor with Travolta. I think I was missing the idea. During the encore, I was clapping wildly for the actor who played Judas, Corey Glover, when the woman sitting next to me leaned over to my ear and said, "Can you believe that the colored guy is getting the standing ovation?!" If the strobe lights could have stopped for a moment, I would have hit her in the shin with her own cane.
On a lighter note: Mark and I finally gave into the persuasive and persistent marketers for the Nintendo Wii, and bought one. Dylan would have to be a natural at it, wouldn't he. While I can barely move my arms today from playing baseball, he's always wanting to play. I will give $100 to the person who can beat him at boxing. The kid is undefeated.
Well, I'd love to stay and chat, but I need to go wash my hair. More droppings later on...
I have now voluntarily removed myself from all driving activities for the sake of everyone on the road. This is not such a bad thing. I no longer have very valid reasons to ignore the growing laundry pile, the starving children, and the crap which multiplies daily in the house. I have learned that neither of the kids like the following: Cod, London Broil, Spinach, Lemon, or Lamb Chops.
Later on in the week, we developed a leak in out water line which runs from the well to the house. A quick "two or three" hour job turned into a two day job, coupled with a 200+ foot trench which crossed the driveway and ended behind the house. Just like state highway workers- there was one guy working while all others stood and "managed." I was no exception.
Also of note during last week: my debit/credit card numbers were stolen. Some chick, who lives in San Angelo, Texas had a great time in Salt Lake City, Utah. She stayed at a hotel, went clothes shopping, and even did an online background check on me first. So, naturally, I did what any sane person would do. I canceled the card, contacted the bank about the purchases, contacted each place where she had charged, and reamed out the managers for not requiring the actual card to make a purchase, and found the girl's MySpace. In one day, she charged the equivalent to one month's worth of meds. In clothes, she racked up the same amount that I spend on one week's groceries. I know who she is now, and so does the bank and Visa. Who's laughing now, biatch!
On Saturday I went on a bus trip to the Big Apple with Mark's mom and sister. We went to see the Broadway show: Mary Poppins. It was nothing short of phenomenal. The three bags of M&M's (yes, I shared) which I purchased for $12 were made up for completely when Mary flew over my head at the end. And no, I couldn't see her underwear- perverts. Before we got into the theater, we had some (limited) time to tour parts of the city. We rode the subway, took a rickshaw ride around Central Park, walked past Times Square, the Naked Cowboy, St. Patrick's, Strawberry Hill, and Tiffany's (where I'm still looking for "Cat" the cat).
So, what's better than one musical? Two in a row! The next night, my grandfather, aunt, uncle, and I went to see Jesus Christ Superstar. I've never seen the movie, but due to my upbringing, I am pretty educated about the story behind J.C. The actor (Ted Neeley) who played Jesus was the actor from the original movie. He was great and all, but I couldn't get past the fact that he sounded like a hybrid mix of David Bowie and Barry Gibb. Coupled with some disco-type music, I was half expecting Jesus to start singing "Ziggy Stardust" on a lighted disco floor with Travolta. I think I was missing the idea. During the encore, I was clapping wildly for the actor who played Judas, Corey Glover, when the woman sitting next to me leaned over to my ear and said, "Can you believe that the colored guy is getting the standing ovation?!" If the strobe lights could have stopped for a moment, I would have hit her in the shin with her own cane.
On a lighter note: Mark and I finally gave into the persuasive and persistent marketers for the Nintendo Wii, and bought one. Dylan would have to be a natural at it, wouldn't he. While I can barely move my arms today from playing baseball, he's always wanting to play. I will give $100 to the person who can beat him at boxing. The kid is undefeated.
Well, I'd love to stay and chat, but I need to go wash my hair. More droppings later on...
Labels: Photoshow, Random Life Droppings
posted by Sarah at
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
4 Comments:
If you can fit that much into a week I think I need to hire you manage my time. Mates rates of course.
Credit card numbers stolen, not good. How did it happen and how did you track her down?
"....had a great time in Salt Lake City"...now that's just far fetched.
I always come away from your space, edified in some fashion.
except for the flopping like a trout out of water, I'd kill to be you.
Sarah, my office mate has been reading faithfully this whole time I have been out of touch - and just now I find out about all the goings' on in your life! She pointed me the way to Jock's stalker/impersonator's blog from the link here, and filled me in on all the new R&R you are enjoying -however, she missed telling me about you finding the creditcardstealingbitch on MySpace (Damn you are good!). I have made a vow to check back regularly - I just missed too, too much.
;)t
Monty- I think someone hacked into my pc somehow. I just got a virus which ate through half of my pictures. I tracked her down by calling the phone number on the charge which was listed in my statement. The woman at the desk, and manager told me that they had her information, and luckily for me- she was in their "rewards" program, so I was able to get all of the goods on her. Scary part is- I still don't know if there's any identity theft.
Jock- start with the thief, and I'll give you your next task.
Terri- so good to hear from you. I haven't really been around too many places lately. Busy, you know? Anyway- I didn't even know about Jock's place until you just told me. I need to "get out" more often. I'm a bad blog neighbor. I missed you too. You'll see me popping in more often now!
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