I am moving - it's for sure this time. My friend and her son are driving down here to get me and take me back to Ely, Nevada on January 1st (or December 31st, depending). It's time for me to move on - I've done everything I can to get along here in Los Angeles, but I have to admit defeat. I lost. And before I lose even more, it's better that I go.
No questions, please.
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Monday, December 14, 2009
Monday, October 26, 2009
Mondays
I don’t like Mondays I’ve decided. At least TODAY Monday, lol. I can’t seem to get my eyes to focus at all today, and it’s really aggravating. I’m wondering if it has something to do with my “issue” that keeps me from having just one pair of glasses… whatever it is, it’s driving me crazy right now – and I really hope it doesn’t continue all day long.
Right now I’m getting ready to drop off my library books – now that I KNOW the library is open… and from there it’s off to Jon’s to pick up a pumpkin that I will be carving. Photos will be taken once it’s done – which I will post here and on my facebook account.
One glitch about this blogging program – it doesn’t allow your Xanga account. Oh well, I have enough places to write already without adding another. :)
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Sunday, October 25, 2009
Getting it Together
I have a ton of things to do, but I’m in a very procrastinating mood – or is it that I can’t figure out where to start? Either way, it’s difficult to get done when you can’t get started.
I would make a list, but I’m OCD to the point that I can’t list things randomly, it would have to be an orderly list… and I can’t figure out in what order to put things in. By importance? By which should be done first? Alphabetically? Do you understand why it’s driving me crazy?
I have a headache.
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Windows Live – Live Writer
Now, with Windows Live – Live Writer, I can update my blog from my desktop… I don’t even have to log on to the internet to update, which is pretty damn cool in my opinion.
So, what’s going on right now? I had a person sharing my room for financial purposes for awhile, but she’s gone now. Just couldn’t handle having a person living that close to me day by day that I wasn’t in a relationship with. So, she moved out last week – and things are so much better. Having my room back to myself makes a huge difference. I feel like I can breath again. I guess this means that I can’t share a room with anyone anytime soon – but that’s fine… I truly do like it better this way.
Starting a new job on Tuesday – yay! There’s where I can make up the money I’m losing without the roommate. I’m very happy.
Well, that’s about it… maybe now that I have an option to update my blog from my desktop, I’ll do it more often. :)
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Thursday, October 22, 2009
Just Trying to Deal...
So much drama going on around me - and it takes so much out of me, that by the end of the day I am more emotionally exhausted then physically exhausted. It's like someone is going on every hour all the time, with one acquaintance or another - I'm having a hard time keeping up with all of it. And this on top of my own issues. Something's gotta give somewhere, and the thought of that is scary...
I've gotta keep my head up.
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I've gotta keep my head up.
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Sunday, October 11, 2009
The Truth About Columbus - or Why I Don't Celebrate "Columbus Day"
(I did NOT write this - but it explains why I don't celebrate "Columbus Day")
Christopher Columbus' reputation has not survived the scrutiny of history, and today we know that he was no more the discoverer of America than Pocahontas was the discoverer of Great Britain. Native Americans had built great civilizations with many millions of people long before Columbus wandered lost into the Caribbean.
Columbus' voyage has even less meaning for North Americans than for South Americans because Columbus never set foot on our continent, nor did he open it to European trade. Scandinavian Vikings already had settlements here in the eleventh century, and British fisherman probably fished the shores of Canada for decades before Columbus. The first European explorer to thoroughly document his visit to North America was the Italian explorer Giovanni Caboto, who sailed for England's King Henry VII and became known by his anglicized name, John Cabot. Caboto arrived in 1497 and claimed North America for the English sovereign while Columbus was still searching for India in the Caribbean. After three voyages to America and more than a decade of study, Columbus still believed that Cuba was a part of the continent of Asia, South America was only an island, and the coast of Central America was close to the Ganges River.
Unable to celebrate Columbus' exploration as a great discovery, some apologists now want to commemorate it as the great "cultural encounter." Under this interpretation, Columbus becomes a sensitive genius thinking beyond his time in the passionate pursuit of knowledge and understanding. The historical record refutes this, too.
Contrary to popular legend, Columbus did not prove that the world was round; educated people had known that for centuries. The Egyptian-Greek scientist Erastosthenes, working for Alexandria and Aswan, already had measured the circumference and diameter of the world in the third century B.C. Arab scientists had developed a whole discipline of geography and measurement, and in the tenth century A.D., Al Maqdisi described the earth with 360 degrees of longitude and 180 degrees of latitude. The Monastery of St. Catherine in the Sinai still has an icon - painted 500 years before Columbus - which shows Jesus ruling over a spherical earth. Nevertheless, Americans have embroidered many such legends around Columbus, and he has become part of a secular mythology for schoolchildren. Autumn would hardly be complete in any elementary school without construction-paper replicas of the three cute ships that Columbus sailed to America, or without drawings of Queen Isabella pawning her jewels to finance Columbus' trip.
This myth of the pawned jewels obscures the true and more sinister story of how Columbus financed his trip. The Spanish monarch invested in his excursion, but only on the condition that Columbus would repay this investment with profit by bringing back gold, spices, and other tribute from Asia. This pressing need to repay his debt underlies the frantic tone of Columbus' diaries as he raced from one Caribbean island to the next, stealing anything of value.
After he failed to contact the emperor of China, the traders of India or the merchants of Japan, Columbus decided to pay for his voyage in the one important commodity he had found in ample supply - human lives. He seized 1,200 Taino Indians from the island of Hispaniola, crammed as many onto his ships as would fit and sent them to Spain, where they were paraded naked through the streets of Seville and sold as slaves in 1495. Columbus tore children from their parents, husbands from wives. On board Columbus' slave ships, hundreds died; the sailors tossed the Indian bodies into the Atlantic.
Because Columbus captured more Indian slaves than he could transport to Spain in his small ships, he put them to work in mines and plantations which he, his family and followers created throughout the Caribbean. His marauding band hunted Indians for sport and profit - beating, raping, torturing, killing, and then using the Indian bodies as food for their hunting dogs. Within four years of Columbus' arrival on Hispaniola, his men had killed or exported one-third of the original Indian population of 300,000. Within another 50 years, the Taino people had been made extinct [editor's note: the old assumption that the Taino became extinct is now open to serious question] - the first casualties of the holocaust of American Indians. The plantation owners then turned to the American mainland and to Africa for new slaves to follow the tragic path of the Taino.
This was the great cultural encounter initiated by Christopher Columbus. This is the event we celebrate each year on Columbus Day. The United States honors only two men with federal holidays bearing their names. In January we commemorate the birth of Martin Luther King, Jr., who struggled to lift the blinders of racial prejudice and to cut the remaining bonds of slavery in America. In October, we honor Christopher Columbus, who opened the Atlantic slave trade and launched one of the greatest waves of genocide known in history.
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Christopher Columbus' reputation has not survived the scrutiny of history, and today we know that he was no more the discoverer of America than Pocahontas was the discoverer of Great Britain. Native Americans had built great civilizations with many millions of people long before Columbus wandered lost into the Caribbean.
Columbus' voyage has even less meaning for North Americans than for South Americans because Columbus never set foot on our continent, nor did he open it to European trade. Scandinavian Vikings already had settlements here in the eleventh century, and British fisherman probably fished the shores of Canada for decades before Columbus. The first European explorer to thoroughly document his visit to North America was the Italian explorer Giovanni Caboto, who sailed for England's King Henry VII and became known by his anglicized name, John Cabot. Caboto arrived in 1497 and claimed North America for the English sovereign while Columbus was still searching for India in the Caribbean. After three voyages to America and more than a decade of study, Columbus still believed that Cuba was a part of the continent of Asia, South America was only an island, and the coast of Central America was close to the Ganges River.
Unable to celebrate Columbus' exploration as a great discovery, some apologists now want to commemorate it as the great "cultural encounter." Under this interpretation, Columbus becomes a sensitive genius thinking beyond his time in the passionate pursuit of knowledge and understanding. The historical record refutes this, too.
Contrary to popular legend, Columbus did not prove that the world was round; educated people had known that for centuries. The Egyptian-Greek scientist Erastosthenes, working for Alexandria and Aswan, already had measured the circumference and diameter of the world in the third century B.C. Arab scientists had developed a whole discipline of geography and measurement, and in the tenth century A.D., Al Maqdisi described the earth with 360 degrees of longitude and 180 degrees of latitude. The Monastery of St. Catherine in the Sinai still has an icon - painted 500 years before Columbus - which shows Jesus ruling over a spherical earth. Nevertheless, Americans have embroidered many such legends around Columbus, and he has become part of a secular mythology for schoolchildren. Autumn would hardly be complete in any elementary school without construction-paper replicas of the three cute ships that Columbus sailed to America, or without drawings of Queen Isabella pawning her jewels to finance Columbus' trip.
This myth of the pawned jewels obscures the true and more sinister story of how Columbus financed his trip. The Spanish monarch invested in his excursion, but only on the condition that Columbus would repay this investment with profit by bringing back gold, spices, and other tribute from Asia. This pressing need to repay his debt underlies the frantic tone of Columbus' diaries as he raced from one Caribbean island to the next, stealing anything of value.
After he failed to contact the emperor of China, the traders of India or the merchants of Japan, Columbus decided to pay for his voyage in the one important commodity he had found in ample supply - human lives. He seized 1,200 Taino Indians from the island of Hispaniola, crammed as many onto his ships as would fit and sent them to Spain, where they were paraded naked through the streets of Seville and sold as slaves in 1495. Columbus tore children from their parents, husbands from wives. On board Columbus' slave ships, hundreds died; the sailors tossed the Indian bodies into the Atlantic.
Because Columbus captured more Indian slaves than he could transport to Spain in his small ships, he put them to work in mines and plantations which he, his family and followers created throughout the Caribbean. His marauding band hunted Indians for sport and profit - beating, raping, torturing, killing, and then using the Indian bodies as food for their hunting dogs. Within four years of Columbus' arrival on Hispaniola, his men had killed or exported one-third of the original Indian population of 300,000. Within another 50 years, the Taino people had been made extinct [editor's note: the old assumption that the Taino became extinct is now open to serious question] - the first casualties of the holocaust of American Indians. The plantation owners then turned to the American mainland and to Africa for new slaves to follow the tragic path of the Taino.
This was the great cultural encounter initiated by Christopher Columbus. This is the event we celebrate each year on Columbus Day. The United States honors only two men with federal holidays bearing their names. In January we commemorate the birth of Martin Luther King, Jr., who struggled to lift the blinders of racial prejudice and to cut the remaining bonds of slavery in America. In October, we honor Christopher Columbus, who opened the Atlantic slave trade and launched one of the greatest waves of genocide known in history.
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Thursday, October 8, 2009
Using Flock Again
I love this browser - I don't know why I keep taking it down because it makes things so much easier. Everything in one place: Facebook, MySpace, AOL, Xanga, Wordpress, Twitter, etc... I don't have to go to each site to update, I can do it all from one place. What a great invention!
Cable guy is here right now figuring out what's up with my signal - hope it's fixed this time, I really want to watch last week's Survivor before the new one tonight...
Working on another website - for Goth clothing. Trying to figure out the whole PayPal thing, it's hard, but I'll get it done - have no worries. :)
That's about it for now - yay FLOCK!!!
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Cable guy is here right now figuring out what's up with my signal - hope it's fixed this time, I really want to watch last week's Survivor before the new one tonight...
Working on another website - for Goth clothing. Trying to figure out the whole PayPal thing, it's hard, but I'll get it done - have no worries. :)
That's about it for now - yay FLOCK!!!
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Friday, September 25, 2009
L.A. Heat
I MOVED to Los Angeles to get away from the heat of Vegas - well, that's one of the reasons, a BIG ONE! And what's been going on here? We've actually gotten into the triple digits!! Now, you would think I'm used to that - but it's the LAW in Vegas to have air conditioners in the apartments. Guess what? There's no law here like that - so, no air conditioner! Needless to say, I believe I am losing weight just by sweating. It's nasty and uncomfortable too... I hate it!
Hard to believe we're going to be experiencing temperatures in the 70s next week...
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Hard to believe we're going to be experiencing temperatures in the 70s next week...
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Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friends...
It's interesting that since I've decided to make L.A. my life home, I've made a few new friends - one in particular that's quickly becoming a "best" friend. Funny thing is that these people have been around the whole time, and yet it's just lately that I've met them. I guess it's true about things happening a certain way, at a specific time, for a reason. Obviously I am supposed to stay here - all the signs are pointing to it. There's really only ONE person that seemed disappointed that I wasn't leaving - but, that was only ONE...
I've got to get some more web work some-how... looks like this roommate isn't going to work out. Guess we'll have to see what happens at the end of this month. I will say, that if things continue the way they're going right now, I'll have to ask her to leave. It's going to suck to do that, but I didn't ask her to move in to keep me company - I need the rent money.
Not much else going on - BIG birthday hugs to N.A. today - hope you're having an awesome weekend!!
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I've got to get some more web work some-how... looks like this roommate isn't going to work out. Guess we'll have to see what happens at the end of this month. I will say, that if things continue the way they're going right now, I'll have to ask her to leave. It's going to suck to do that, but I didn't ask her to move in to keep me company - I need the rent money.
Not much else going on - BIG birthday hugs to N.A. today - hope you're having an awesome weekend!!
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Friday, August 28, 2009
It's HOT!!!
Near record temps for the last two days here in L.A. and without an air conditioner, it's a little hard to bear. However, I have been in worse situations when I lived in Vegas - at least we haven't hit triple degree weather here lately, not that I'm aware of anyway... and my roommate & her boyfriend got the swamp cooler working, so I guess it's not so bad... I'll just be glad to get back into the eighties, which is supposed to be happening soon...
Had to restore the computer AGAIN! I swear it's getting on my nerves to have to keep doing this over and over - it's obviously time for a new computer, but I'm really not making enough to even think about that, so I'll just put up with this one for the time being...
Not much else going on - everyone still getting along really well around here, so that's a good thing.
Maybe I'll go to the beach next Sunday.
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Had to restore the computer AGAIN! I swear it's getting on my nerves to have to keep doing this over and over - it's obviously time for a new computer, but I'm really not making enough to even think about that, so I'll just put up with this one for the time being...
Not much else going on - everyone still getting along really well around here, so that's a good thing.
Maybe I'll go to the beach next Sunday.
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
2 Days After
Had a really nice birthday on Monday - met with Nick & Natalie for breakfast at Fred 62, and that was really nice - great way to put me in the best of moods for the day. :) Then hung out with Tray & Patrice for drinks that night. Good way to celebrate the day - with friends.
On Tuesday, went to see the movie "Inglorious Basterds" with Nick - which was really fun. The movie was good, LOUD but good, lol. It was so nice of him to take me - as I don't get out often enough these days. He's such a cool guy.
Today is for work. Setting up a new site. Will update more on that as time goes on.
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On Tuesday, went to see the movie "Inglorious Basterds" with Nick - which was really fun. The movie was good, LOUD but good, lol. It was so nice of him to take me - as I don't get out often enough these days. He's such a cool guy.
Today is for work. Setting up a new site. Will update more on that as time goes on.
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
4 Days
Only four days until my birthday, and I'm wondering - does my father REALLY think my birthday is today? His comment on my facebook makes me wonder... perhaps he got mixed up on the dates between me and my younger sister - who was born on the 20th of NOVEMBER... who knows?? At any rate, I thanked him - at least he said something...
Monday itself will be interesting - all I have planned so far is a birthday breakfast with a couple of my friends - though everyone else is trying to think of inexpensive fun, lol... I don't care what happens really - I just want to see certain people...
Me and the new roomie are getting along great - we're talking about moving to Venice Beach or Santa Monica - always an option... it's nice to have someone around that has at least that much in common with me. Sweet girl.
Anyway, that's about it.
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Monday itself will be interesting - all I have planned so far is a birthday breakfast with a couple of my friends - though everyone else is trying to think of inexpensive fun, lol... I don't care what happens really - I just want to see certain people...
Me and the new roomie are getting along great - we're talking about moving to Venice Beach or Santa Monica - always an option... it's nice to have someone around that has at least that much in common with me. Sweet girl.
Anyway, that's about it.
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Thursday, August 6, 2009
Venus - The Love Kitty
Since not all the people that see this blog are on my facebook - here is a picture of Venus. :) It was taken earlier today while she was sleeping...
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Still Breathing
I know, I haven't updated in FOREVER - but I have a LOT going on right now, and updating blogs can take up time that I don't really have to spare... however, I thought I'd make a quick post today to make sure I am keeping track, lol.
One, I've met someone new - and they are AWESOME! Needless to say I'll be staying in SoCal for awhile, and this is definitely one of the reasons. I have a plethora of new friends too - so another motive to sticking around, lol.
Two, since I am staying here - I still have to find another place, preferably one of my own, though I've made some cool new friends that I'm not above getting an apartment with. It all depends on what comes up between now and the first of October (which is when I have to move out of the apartment I'm in now).
Three - moving is hell, and packing is like a suite in hell. I hate it - more than anything - definitely the worst part of moving. But, I've been doing a little bit here and there so I won't have to rush it last minute.
Four - got a new baby kitty. She's SO lovable that I've decided to name her Venus... I really wasn't wanting another animal, but something told me once I got one it would be different. It is nice to have her - she's awesome. Already have pics of her on my Facebook. :)
Five - friends come and go. Like I said, made a bunch of new ones - but had to let another loose. This person had the nerve to pass judgement on me when her life is just a bundle of stress and mistakes. I've never judged her or her decisions - just been there to support and encourage - so her doing it to me? Well, that was pretty much last straw. So - see ya, wouldn't want to be ya - REALLY wouldn't want to be YOU.
So, for a quick update that was pretty long, lol... still working on some stuff regarding the internet and my websites, but slowly getting it together...
That's it for now - let's see when I'll be able to take some time out again for another update.
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One, I've met someone new - and they are AWESOME! Needless to say I'll be staying in SoCal for awhile, and this is definitely one of the reasons. I have a plethora of new friends too - so another motive to sticking around, lol.
Two, since I am staying here - I still have to find another place, preferably one of my own, though I've made some cool new friends that I'm not above getting an apartment with. It all depends on what comes up between now and the first of October (which is when I have to move out of the apartment I'm in now).
Three - moving is hell, and packing is like a suite in hell. I hate it - more than anything - definitely the worst part of moving. But, I've been doing a little bit here and there so I won't have to rush it last minute.
Four - got a new baby kitty. She's SO lovable that I've decided to name her Venus... I really wasn't wanting another animal, but something told me once I got one it would be different. It is nice to have her - she's awesome. Already have pics of her on my Facebook. :)
Five - friends come and go. Like I said, made a bunch of new ones - but had to let another loose. This person had the nerve to pass judgement on me when her life is just a bundle of stress and mistakes. I've never judged her or her decisions - just been there to support and encourage - so her doing it to me? Well, that was pretty much last straw. So - see ya, wouldn't want to be ya - REALLY wouldn't want to be YOU.
So, for a quick update that was pretty long, lol... still working on some stuff regarding the internet and my websites, but slowly getting it together...
That's it for now - let's see when I'll be able to take some time out again for another update.
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Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Really Kicking it into Gear
Got TONS of stuff going on - what with getting things packed and organized, and selling a few things, and helping out with the yard sale advertising - I'm quite busy today, lol.
One thing that I have to sell, because I just can't take it (unfortunately), is my computer desk. Ah my desk, you worked so well for me. You fit perfectly in that area, and now I'm back to using the plastic bins as I was when I first moved into this apartment (see pic).
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One thing that I have to sell, because I just can't take it (unfortunately), is my computer desk. Ah my desk, you worked so well for me. You fit perfectly in that area, and now I'm back to using the plastic bins as I was when I first moved into this apartment (see pic).
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Monday, July 20, 2009
Freakin' Ridiculous
I had to restore my computer for the FIFTH time in six months! I can't believe I had to do it again! I don't know why either - it's not like I'm downloading a bunch of stuff, so I'm not catching a virus that way. I really wish I could figure it out - or, I really wish I had enough money to go out and buy a new computer. I don't know how much more of this I can stand - it's not like I don't have anything else to worry about.
I seriously need some sleep.
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I seriously need some sleep.
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Sunday, July 19, 2009
Hard to Believe
By this time in November, I will be updating from my little room in DePoe Bay, Oregon. Probably listening to the crash of the waves during a storm... definitely loving life.
I can't believe it's all happening, but it is. And I'm looking forward to settling down in a place that I know I'll fit in. Where I can relax and be myself. The ocean is my home - and since I can't live IN it (or around it in California, too expensive), I will live as close to it as possible... with questionable weather, lol. Where it actually gets COLD in the winter time, though there's hardly any snow. Where good friends are only an hour (or so) away.
October. October I will be in DePoe Bay. Home and happy.
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I can't believe it's all happening, but it is. And I'm looking forward to settling down in a place that I know I'll fit in. Where I can relax and be myself. The ocean is my home - and since I can't live IN it (or around it in California, too expensive), I will live as close to it as possible... with questionable weather, lol. Where it actually gets COLD in the winter time, though there's hardly any snow. Where good friends are only an hour (or so) away.
October. October I will be in DePoe Bay. Home and happy.
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Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Just a Matter of Time
Now it's all in the waiting before I go. And there's lots to do besides packing, lol. Like my idiotic computer - I have to restore it AGAIN! Pisses me off because I've done it THREE times since the beginning of the year - have NO idea why it keeps doing this, but whatever, gotta take care of it.
Next weekend - I think - I'm going to be helping out a friend with a yard sale. It'll be nice to get out of the house for a little while...
Hopefully picking up another job soon. We'll see though. The waiting is driving me crazy.
Sent out the birthday invite, and so far only two people have RSVP'd - if they're the only ones, then it's okay, they're great people and I have no problem having JUST them, lol. But we'll see what happens in the next couple of weeks.
Okay, here I go to try and fix whatever the hell is wrong with my computer.
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Next weekend - I think - I'm going to be helping out a friend with a yard sale. It'll be nice to get out of the house for a little while...
Hopefully picking up another job soon. We'll see though. The waiting is driving me crazy.
Sent out the birthday invite, and so far only two people have RSVP'd - if they're the only ones, then it's okay, they're great people and I have no problem having JUST them, lol. But we'll see what happens in the next couple of weeks.
Okay, here I go to try and fix whatever the hell is wrong with my computer.
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Thursday, July 9, 2009
Fleas, Roommates, Moving
As if I didn't have enough reasons to leave Los Angeles, now I can add "fleas" to the list. Yes, I said fleas. We have them all over because of the cat. And my roommate is oblivious to it because they don't bite her or bother her. Well, they bite me - and they REALLY bother me. It's disgusting really - they're hopping everywhere - it wouldn't surprise me if they jumped into food. Maybe this is why I don't like cooking at home - I would rather eat somewhere else. It's the only way I can be sure I'm not swallowing the vile creatures - ick! I keep telling my roommate that I'm getting bit, and she keeps SAYING she's going to do something about it - and yet, she's done nothing. It's her responsibility because it's her cat. And the poor cat! I don't think my roommate even knows what could happen to her cat if she doesn't take care of the problem. Hello!?! The fleas suck the blood out of animals - and unlike ticks, they don't fill up and fall off. They bite, and bite, and bite again - until there's nothing left. And obviously, once there's no blood left, then the animal is dead. So yes, fleas can KILL your pets if you don't take care of the problem. Also, you have to have an exterminator come to your house to spray - because the flea medication that you get from the vet's does not kill the eggs. Flea eggs can lay dormant for up to TWO YEARS! So even if you kill all the adults in the house, you'll have infestation after infestation, every year, until you get someone in there to spray special chemicals that will kill the eggs as well. How do I know this? Because I had a flea problem when I lived in Oregon before - and I talked to the exterminator about it. What they use is safe to pets and kids, and the environment. So there's really no excuse NOT to have it done.
ANYWAY, sorry about the tangent - it really just gives me another topic to discuss with my roommate, when I tell her I'm moving. Which I'm planning on doing this evening. That is, IF she's home. I will sit her down and tell her - explain my reasons and just hope that she doesn't get too angry. Not that it would matter much - but it would be nice if we could get along for the remaining months that I'm here.
I was thinking last night if there's anything that anyone could say that would change my mind - that would make me stay here - and I have to say there isn't. There really isn't. The more I think about it - the more I KNOW that it's time for me to go back. I've had enough of this.
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ANYWAY, sorry about the tangent - it really just gives me another topic to discuss with my roommate, when I tell her I'm moving. Which I'm planning on doing this evening. That is, IF she's home. I will sit her down and tell her - explain my reasons and just hope that she doesn't get too angry. Not that it would matter much - but it would be nice if we could get along for the remaining months that I'm here.
I was thinking last night if there's anything that anyone could say that would change my mind - that would make me stay here - and I have to say there isn't. There really isn't. The more I think about it - the more I KNOW that it's time for me to go back. I've had enough of this.
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Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Oregon is Calling
And I have to answer that call. I don't like L.A. - yes, I admit it... it's too expensive, there's too many rude people (though I know some nice ones too), and it's just too much. Maybe when I lived in Oregon before, I got used to the quiet - or perhaps being able to smell the ocean and hear the sea lions outside my window every morning. I will be returning to the coast - I couldn't even imagine living anywhere else. I have to be near the open ocean - where you can look out and see only the horizon. I want to be able to go to Mo's - one of the greatest seafood restaurants on the planet. I want to be able to walk to the beach and not have thousands of people already there, doing whatever. Yes, the water is very cold - but I enjoy just sitting on the rocks to think, or write, or read. People don't look at you in Oregon and judge you by your weight, age or the color of your skin. They get to know you, and even after knowing you, they rarely judge you. Oh, Oregon isn't perfect I know - but it's the closest thing to my idea of "Heaven" that I've ever been to. I'll miss my friends here - but I've come to realize that the happiest I've been was when I was in Oregon. I have to be where I'm happy, or I'll end up making everyone else miserable. I will miss the friends I've made here in Los Angeles, but I will never forget them - and I'm not against visiting from time to time, or perhaps having them come and visit me. But I can't stay here. Luckily, I have a job that can go wherever I go - and so, I'm going to go. My goal is to get out of here by October - want to get there before the winter storms begin. My mind is made up.
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Monday, July 6, 2009
Early to Bed...
I fell asleep around 8 o'clock last night, then was woken by the roommate who had some fritos and dip to share - then I fell BACK asleep around 11 o'clock - and now I'm awake for good - at 5am. All in all I think I got a total of 7 hours sleep - which is good actually, for me - so I'm really not complaining. It's just weird to be wide awake at a time that L.A. is still, for the most part, asleep. At least all the people I know are still asleep. What to do in situations like this? Cruise the net, play computer games, read...
Until someone else wakes up.
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Until someone else wakes up.
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Sunday, July 5, 2009
Late Phone Calls & Disturbing Dreams
I don't want to get into it, really, cause it's more than me that's not happy about it. But let me reiterate one more time, for those of you that missed it. NO phone calls after 10pm unless it's an emergency!! Not once, not twice, not even to leave a message - just DON'T CALL!
Okay, next subject...
I had a very strange dream last night. I don't remember all of it - though I did wake up directly after and remembered more (should have written it down I guess) - but here's the jist of it; in my dream last night, my parents remarried. Now, I'm sure there are a lot of people that would think that was not necessarily bad - but consider this - my mother passed away in 1982. I don't know what the dream meant, but it really bothered me. All of us were the age we are now, living in the same house with my parents. It's not necessary to say how old we actually are, let's just say we're all over 30 and leave it at that - WAY too old to all live in the same house with our parents. There is more that I remember, but it is more personal, and would really rather not share it on a public journal. My plan is to research more into the meaning of this dream, try to figure out why I was in that mind set.
In other news - waiting for feedback from current client about the site design. If it's a go - we will launch. Site is done.
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Okay, next subject...
I had a very strange dream last night. I don't remember all of it - though I did wake up directly after and remembered more (should have written it down I guess) - but here's the jist of it; in my dream last night, my parents remarried. Now, I'm sure there are a lot of people that would think that was not necessarily bad - but consider this - my mother passed away in 1982. I don't know what the dream meant, but it really bothered me. All of us were the age we are now, living in the same house with my parents. It's not necessary to say how old we actually are, let's just say we're all over 30 and leave it at that - WAY too old to all live in the same house with our parents. There is more that I remember, but it is more personal, and would really rather not share it on a public journal. My plan is to research more into the meaning of this dream, try to figure out why I was in that mind set.
In other news - waiting for feedback from current client about the site design. If it's a go - we will launch. Site is done.
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Goodbye MySpace
Deleting the MySpace account today - for two reasons. One: too much crap going on to surf through, and I'm tired of it. Two: hardly anyone seems to use it anymore - so why have it?
This is going to be the best place for anyone to keep up with what I'm doing as I'm here all the time updating. The only other place I update more is twitter (http://twitter.com/Deeva824 & http://twitter.com/delindamck (protected)). I also visit my facebook account (http://facebook.com/delinda) frequently. So if you're still interested in finding out what's going on with me, I would suggest one of these sites.
Meanwhile - here I go to take the MySpace down.
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This is going to be the best place for anyone to keep up with what I'm doing as I'm here all the time updating. The only other place I update more is twitter (http://twitter.com/Deeva824 & http://twitter.com/delindamck (protected)). I also visit my facebook account (http://facebook.com/delinda) frequently. So if you're still interested in finding out what's going on with me, I would suggest one of these sites.
Meanwhile - here I go to take the MySpace down.
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Saturday, July 4, 2009
Pop Ups
I'm seriously getting over all the pop-ups and pop-unders on the internet. The reason I left LiveJournal is because it's FULL of them, and now AOL.com is dumping them all over when you go to check your mail - and MySpace too. Now, I DO have a pop up blocker, but when the ad tries to pop up, and can't, it takes longer for other areas of the site to load - it's infuriating and annoying. Facebook will be next, wait and see. I'm SERIOUSLY considering deleting the MySpace account because of it. Enough with the pop ups! No one will want to come back if you continue! I know you need to make money to cover the cost of bandwidth, but aren't thousands of ads all over the site enough? Perhaps you should get backers that can offer more money. UGH!!!
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Independance Day 2009
I've been trying to think of celebrations from the past - and the one that sticks in my memory the most is the year that Loni, Codi and I went to the coast to watch the fireworks there. It was in Newport, Oregon - and it was just beautiful to see the lights over the water - I've never seen anything like it before, or since. Not to mention the fact that I got to spend the holiday with one of the sweetest and smartest little girls I had ever met.
Codi is gone now, but she definitely left the memories of fun times and sweet smiles behind. She taught me a lot about life, and how children seem to be able to grasp the meaning so much quicker than adults.
I think of Codi every 4th of July - because she made one of mine so spectacular.
Thank you Codi - R.I.P. little angel.
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Codi is gone now, but she definitely left the memories of fun times and sweet smiles behind. She taught me a lot about life, and how children seem to be able to grasp the meaning so much quicker than adults.
I think of Codi every 4th of July - because she made one of mine so spectacular.
Thank you Codi - R.I.P. little angel.
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Friday, July 3, 2009
Networking
So, by importing my blogs to this one - all but my GJ, still trying to figure that out - I have narrowed down the sites that I visit, therefore making it easier to remember THIS blog, lol. If that sentence was a little confusing, I'm sorry. I think I walked about six miles today - don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining, it's just that my brain has to re-hydrate for me to think clearly.
Anyway...
Here are the sites I am using frequently - Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Here... that's it. Just the four now. Quite a difference than before, I assure you.
So now, back to figuring out how to move my GJ here - so I'll have MOST of what I've been writing online all in one place. Sorry, no import for MySpace blogs or Facebook notes.
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Anyway...
Here are the sites I am using frequently - Facebook, MySpace, Twitter, Here... that's it. Just the four now. Quite a difference than before, I assure you.
So now, back to figuring out how to move my GJ here - so I'll have MOST of what I've been writing online all in one place. Sorry, no import for MySpace blogs or Facebook notes.
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Now THAT Was a Chore and a Half
Just finished importing my LJ AND Blogger updates to this blog - posts that start back in 2005! The chore was clearing them all from being password protected - but I think I got them all, lol. I really should go back and check, but I have errands to run today, and time is fleeting...
So, if you feel like reading a lot, check out my older updates. :)
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So, if you feel like reading a lot, check out my older updates. :)
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Happy 4th - Early, lol...
So, tomorrow is the 4th of July. I can tell you that I don't enjoy holidays in this city - especially ones that involved fireworks of any kind. Because even though it's illegal, there's always that ONE person (usually a lot more than one actually) that has to think they are above the law and decide that they can shoot off fireworks where ever they want. Now, keep in mind that the buildings are VERY close in my neighborhood - and there are people in my neighborhood ALREADY shooting them off. I'm sure there would be advice for me to call the authorities - but I have no idea who they are, I just hear the stuff exploding nearby. It's very nerve-wracking. Needless to say, I will be staying indoors tomorrow. One other thing, it is widely known that there are people that like to shoot guns into the air - um, people? The bullet will have to come down sooner or later - it's not like it's going to disintegrate in the sky. What kind of moron would do that?? But yeah, it's popular here. Another reason to stay indoors.
Anyway, all that said - I really hope my friends and family have a safe and sane (no shooting guns in the air!) celebration!
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Anyway, all that said - I really hope my friends and family have a safe and sane (no shooting guns in the air!) celebration!
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SO MUCH DRAMA
(This was originally posted on LiveJournal)
If you want to follow me on twitter - then go to http://twitter.com/delindamck - that is, IF you have one, lol. If you don't, you should get one, seriously. So much easier than trying to think up a whole blog entry all the time. You're limited... oh hell, check out http://twitter.com for the info - I don't work for them, lol.
Busy as usual. Working for a director right now - have been contracted to do several sites for him, the first one will be launched soon... just working on getting the videos online.
Still live in the same place, and yes the roommate is still getting on my nerves - however, until I get a more frequent income, I'll be unable to move. Hopefully by fall though...
Pretty much it - though I update several times a day on my twitter account.
I won't be back on here much - TOO MANY POP UP ADS!!!
Just sayin'
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If you want to follow me on twitter - then go to http://twitter.com/delindamck - that is, IF you have one, lol. If you don't, you should get one, seriously. So much easier than trying to think up a whole blog entry all the time. You're limited... oh hell, check out http://twitter.com for the info - I don't work for them, lol.
Busy as usual. Working for a director right now - have been contracted to do several sites for him, the first one will be launched soon... just working on getting the videos online.
Still live in the same place, and yes the roommate is still getting on my nerves - however, until I get a more frequent income, I'll be unable to move. Hopefully by fall though...
Pretty much it - though I update several times a day on my twitter account.
I won't be back on here much - TOO MANY POP UP ADS!!!
Just sayin'
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Friday, June 19, 2009
Busy Like Crazy
I've been extremely busy taking care of business, as well as personal issues. This is why I haven't been updating lately.
Quick check-in though. I have a few concerns about the way some websites are run. One concern is that most networking sites claim that they are there to protect people's rights and privacy, and yet when you want to confirm that someone is being impersonated, they ask for proof. Now, that's fine - if it's you, you can prove it right? But, at the same time, they DON'T ask for proof from the impersonators! What sense does that make? If you're going to insist on proof from one, then they should ALL have to follow the same instructions. But they allow the "fakes" to continue while giving you a huge list of things you have to do to prove yourself. I won't mention which networking sites do this - but I will say they are EXTREMELY popular, and millions of people know about and use them.
Luckily, at this time, there's only one person that I have to offer proof about - because if there were more, I don't think I would have time for it, lol.
Other than that - just trying to keep things together... I hate feeling overwhelmed.
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Quick check-in though. I have a few concerns about the way some websites are run. One concern is that most networking sites claim that they are there to protect people's rights and privacy, and yet when you want to confirm that someone is being impersonated, they ask for proof. Now, that's fine - if it's you, you can prove it right? But, at the same time, they DON'T ask for proof from the impersonators! What sense does that make? If you're going to insist on proof from one, then they should ALL have to follow the same instructions. But they allow the "fakes" to continue while giving you a huge list of things you have to do to prove yourself. I won't mention which networking sites do this - but I will say they are EXTREMELY popular, and millions of people know about and use them.
Luckily, at this time, there's only one person that I have to offer proof about - because if there were more, I don't think I would have time for it, lol.
Other than that - just trying to keep things together... I hate feeling overwhelmed.
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Friday, June 5, 2009
The Flock Browser
I got rid of it for a little while, but I'm back to using it - the Flock browser. There are several things I like about this browser - a couple of those include being able to update my blog directly from the browser (instead of having to open up wordpress) - and I also like the fact that I can have my most important social networks open at the same time. Does this make me a stalker? Hmmmmm...
Anyway, there's a lot going on with me right now - not so good stuff that I have to juggle and make sure I get back in line. There's no time to play around anymore - and I really have to have some sort of budget for myself - just so many things to deal with. However, somehow I always make it through - I'm sure I'll do it again. I just don't like to have to do this... it really sucks.
Well, that's about all - we'll see what's going to happen next...
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Anyway, there's a lot going on with me right now - not so good stuff that I have to juggle and make sure I get back in line. There's no time to play around anymore - and I really have to have some sort of budget for myself - just so many things to deal with. However, somehow I always make it through - I'm sure I'll do it again. I just don't like to have to do this... it really sucks.
Well, that's about all - we'll see what's going to happen next...
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Sunday, May 31, 2009
Last Day of May
Wow, that month went really fast. I swear I was just celebrating May Day - and now the month is over (in less than one hour)... and it was a 31 day month too! Hopefully June will be a little slower. I really need time to slow down as my driver's license expires in August, and I'm still waiting for a copy of my birth certificate. I need that to renew - though it's strange to me that that is a requirement now. I mean, it's a RENEWEL - meaning I've already had one - it's not like I'm trying to get my first ID or something. But whatever, that's what I have to do - so I am going to do it.
Other than that, things are pretty much going pretty normal. Hopefully getting Bruce down here soon for a visit. We were talking about the second week of June, but I don't think that's going to happen. Guess we'll just have to wait and see.
Well, that's about it for now - going to go and work on what I can on the Nefarious site so it will be ready for the content I'm waiting for.
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Other than that, things are pretty much going pretty normal. Hopefully getting Bruce down here soon for a visit. We were talking about the second week of June, but I don't think that's going to happen. Guess we'll just have to wait and see.
Well, that's about it for now - going to go and work on what I can on the Nefarious site so it will be ready for the content I'm waiting for.
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Thursday, May 28, 2009
What's Up...
Spoke to an LLF (long lost friend) the other day - it was really nice to hear from her as we hadn't spoken in a couple of months, and I was getting worried... but she did call and we did talk. That's all I can really say about that...
Got what I was waiting for today - thank goodness, so I had some running around to do - along with my regular errand that had to be done - so I had a busy day... now that I'm home, and well fed (lol), I feel like I could use a nap. I'm still not sleeping at night so I'm kind of tired.
Hopefully getting the current project up and running by the weekend - that's my goal. Will post a link once it's online.
Whooo - tired. Going to fall asleep watching "People's Court".
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Got what I was waiting for today - thank goodness, so I had some running around to do - along with my regular errand that had to be done - so I had a busy day... now that I'm home, and well fed (lol), I feel like I could use a nap. I'm still not sleeping at night so I'm kind of tired.
Hopefully getting the current project up and running by the weekend - that's my goal. Will post a link once it's online.
Whooo - tired. Going to fall asleep watching "People's Court".
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Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Another Day
Things are happening all over and I'm trying to get a handle on them... it's not easy, but I'll get it together - I always do. I don't want to go into detail because most of it is too personal for a public blog - but I will say that I hope things go well for a certain person, and I also hope that certain person knows that I'm here whenever they need me. All they have to do is call, and I'll come running.
Still feeling like crap physically. I have a cough, and I think I also have pink eye. I say I THINK I have it because I haven't been to a doctor - yet all the symptoms are there. And it sucks.
California upheld Prop 8, and I'm disgusted. I was invited to rally tonight in West Hollywood - but I don't know what good it's going to do - the decision is final. I keep hearing sirens - hopefully people are being peaceful.
Well, that's all the updates for now.
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Still feeling like crap physically. I have a cough, and I think I also have pink eye. I say I THINK I have it because I haven't been to a doctor - yet all the symptoms are there. And it sucks.
California upheld Prop 8, and I'm disgusted. I was invited to rally tonight in West Hollywood - but I don't know what good it's going to do - the decision is final. I keep hearing sirens - hopefully people are being peaceful.
Well, that's all the updates for now.
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Monday, May 25, 2009
Tomorrow Will Bring Change
Change for good, or change for bad - we won't know until 10am tomorrow. People are rallying together - to protest or celebrate - depending on the outcome. Not sure what I'm talking about? Check out THIS link. I'm hoping they make the right decision - I mean, no one should be told who they should love.
I'm very sick today - has nothing to do with that though - just very sick. It started last night, and has progressively worsened. I'm heading back to bed.
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I'm very sick today - has nothing to do with that though - just very sick. It started last night, and has progressively worsened. I'm heading back to bed.
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Sunday, May 24, 2009
Sunday - Boring Sunday...
This has been the slowest, most boring day that I've had in a long time. I hope tomorrow has more excitement - or at least I hope SOMETHING happens. Something good of course, lol.
Really, nothing to write about today - so why am I writing? Because otherwise I'll have nothing else to do - except work, which I've been doing - or watch TV, and you all know what Sundays are like on television.
Food Network - my only choice.
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Really, nothing to write about today - so why am I writing? Because otherwise I'll have nothing else to do - except work, which I've been doing - or watch TV, and you all know what Sundays are like on television.
Food Network - my only choice.
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Saturday, May 23, 2009
Happy Birthday Bruce!
Today is Bruce's 17th birthday, and I can hardly believe it. I still remember - wait, I don't think I should write anything too embarrassing here - someone that knows him might read it, lol. But I DO remember him as a baby - running around, learning new things... he loved his Disney movies - "The Lion King" was his favorite. He also loved Barney the dinosaur, no matter how much I hated it, lol. Now he's old enough to drive, is a Junior in high school, and has big dreams of becomming a famous journalist. He's a great person, and one of my best friends.
I hope his birthday is as wonderful as he is. Happy Birthday Bruce - Love you!!
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I hope his birthday is as wonderful as he is. Happy Birthday Bruce - Love you!!
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Friday, May 22, 2009
Weird
I don't know why, but I feel today is going to be a strange day. It's already begun actually. Like when I was trying to email a friend - her father's email address would automatically add itself. I had to go into my contacts and delete him manually before I could send her correspondance - I didn't want HIM to get it, just her. I don't know if my contact list did that because they have the same last name (though her brother and mother are on there too, and they weren't added), or if she did it herself... though I am not sure it would be something that's possible for her to figure out - I don't think I could figure out how to do that. I don't even know if it can be done at all. I'm so confused, lol.
Anyway, going to stay alert today - if that's any clue on how the day is going to go.
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Anyway, going to stay alert today - if that's any clue on how the day is going to go.
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Thursday, May 21, 2009
Adults
I just have one question - why are there people out there over the age of thirty acting like they're still 12 years old? And why, oh why, do I have to be involved???
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Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Woke Up Sneezing
Terrible allergies this morning, spring is definitely here. It's funny, I don't remember having allergies as a child, but damn, I sure have them now. With that, and the other "monthly" thing that's going on - plus having a family member in the hospital - well, things aren't so good.
Doing more work on the new website today, trying to get a design together for all the content. I'm sure I'll figure something out.
Don't really want to go anywhere today - but have a feeling it will be necessary later on. Just have to wait and see.
That's pretty much all my news for now.
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Doing more work on the new website today, trying to get a design together for all the content. I'm sure I'll figure something out.
Don't really want to go anywhere today - but have a feeling it will be necessary later on. Just have to wait and see.
That's pretty much all my news for now.
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Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Earthquake
Everyone has been asking me about the earthquake that we had here on Sunday evening. Sorry folks, I was on the subway at the time, on the way home from Long Beach, and didn't feel a thing. Honestly. My roommate and I weren't even aware of it until we got home, and then people started calling about it - and I watched the news.
I guess it was pretty dramatic - a 4.7 (though at first they said it was a 5) - and centered in Hawthorne. A store in Long Beach lost its windows too (funny that we had just left there). I consider us lucky that we weren't burried underground, lol. But seriously - no, we didn't feel a thing.
Watching the news was a little scary, just a little - but they were talking about what people should have in their emergency kits and stuff like that - you know, to get ready for "the big one". And everything I learned growing up is false - you do NOT stand in a doorway, or go outside. Where's the best place to go during an earthquake? Under a table. Yup, that's what the experts say - at least according the local news experts. So we have ONE table in the house - and we won't fit under it together. I guess a game of "rock, paper, scissors" will decide.
Let's just hope there's no "big one" while I am walking this earth, lol. And if there is - I'll do what I have to do to survive - and no, I won't shoot the roommate.
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I guess it was pretty dramatic - a 4.7 (though at first they said it was a 5) - and centered in Hawthorne. A store in Long Beach lost its windows too (funny that we had just left there). I consider us lucky that we weren't burried underground, lol. But seriously - no, we didn't feel a thing.
Watching the news was a little scary, just a little - but they were talking about what people should have in their emergency kits and stuff like that - you know, to get ready for "the big one". And everything I learned growing up is false - you do NOT stand in a doorway, or go outside. Where's the best place to go during an earthquake? Under a table. Yup, that's what the experts say - at least according the local news experts. So we have ONE table in the house - and we won't fit under it together. I guess a game of "rock, paper, scissors" will decide.
Let's just hope there's no "big one" while I am walking this earth, lol. And if there is - I'll do what I have to do to survive - and no, I won't shoot the roommate.
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Okay, Here We Go
I'm really not trying to fill the page with too much randomness, honest, lol - it's just that I've finished embedding this blog onto my website and I had to tell everyone - right? ;)
So that's finished - and now if anyone who visits my site is interested - and notices the small link that says "Deeva's Blog" on the bottom of the page - they can check out what's going on with me. Which also means that this is the only blog I should be using when I update. Otherwise, everyone will be out of the loop of things.
So this will be the only place that I update - no more on the other blogs - so if anyone has those places bookmarked, I advise you take them off and just use this one. Or better yet, view this blog at my site - HERE'S the link. If you're already on my site, don't click that link. ;)
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So that's finished - and now if anyone who visits my site is interested - and notices the small link that says "Deeva's Blog" on the bottom of the page - they can check out what's going on with me. Which also means that this is the only blog I should be using when I update. Otherwise, everyone will be out of the loop of things.
So this will be the only place that I update - no more on the other blogs - so if anyone has those places bookmarked, I advise you take them off and just use this one. Or better yet, view this blog at my site - HERE'S the link. If you're already on my site, don't click that link. ;)
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Dazed Today
I didn't get ANY sleep last night - which sucks balls. I hate this insomnia, and I hate talking about it - but when you're up all night long for several days running, it's hard to not think about it.
Anyway, hopefully will be getting some $$ soon - either directly deposited in my account, or a deposit for a website I'm working on. I'll take either, lol.
Quick update about my social life - met a few old friends on facebook that I'm excited about communicating with. Haven't talked to some of them in YEARS and it's great that we're all finding each other again. We were pretty close back in the day - sort of "family" like - and I've missed them. Thank the Goddess for social networking sites. :)
Well, I'd better get back to work now. Keeps my mind off other worries, like sick family members and low finances.
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Anyway, hopefully will be getting some $$ soon - either directly deposited in my account, or a deposit for a website I'm working on. I'll take either, lol.
Quick update about my social life - met a few old friends on facebook that I'm excited about communicating with. Haven't talked to some of them in YEARS and it's great that we're all finding each other again. We were pretty close back in the day - sort of "family" like - and I've missed them. Thank the Goddess for social networking sites. :)
Well, I'd better get back to work now. Keeps my mind off other worries, like sick family members and low finances.
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Monday, May 18, 2009
Insomnia - Wouldn't Wish it on My Worst Enemies
Seriously - insomnia sucks major. I have no idea what to do about either - I've tried everything. Including an herbal remedy. I guess I'll just have to get used to the fact that I'm not going to get another good night sleep. I know when all of this started, can almost pin point the exact day. However, that doesn't help matters. I'm up, and about, and it's driving me crazy. So, to take up time, I'm going to be looking around for a better design for this blog. That should be exciting.
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Sunday, May 10, 2009
What the What???
So I decided to clean out the hamster cage today - and imagine my surprise when I find five NEW babies in the little house. How did I miss these?? They don't have their eyes open yet, but they do have their fur - which means they're at least a week old - and I feed the hamsters every other day, yet I didn't see them. Obviously Belle was pregnant again before I got rid of the male, as the two younger ones are too small to breed yet. There's a white one in the new batch that I want to keep because I've never seen a white dwarf hamster - obviously an albino... very interesting... (see pic above - sorry it's blurry, they were moving around)... Oh, and while I was cleaning the cage, I put Belle in her hamster ball, and somehow she got out of it - no worries, I was able to catch her and put her back in the cage - the little bugger.
Was supposed to go see KW tonight - like I was supposed to go to San Diego this weekend - but I just didn't feel like going to the show ... reasons aren't necessary.
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Monday, May 4, 2009
Ladyhawke
Of course I had a hard time sleeping again last night - seems my insomnia has grabbed hold of me and refuses to let go... however, I was able to see a movie that I haven't seen in a LONG time - and a movie that I have always loved. "Ladyhawke" (check out this site) - with Rutger Hauer, Michelle Pfeiffer and Matthew Broderick. The story is awesome, the soundtrack was the only music I listened to for the longest time, and all of the actors are perfect in the roles. Here's a brief synopsis:
Philipe Gastone, a thief, escapes from the dungeon at Aquila, sparking a manhunt. He is nearly captured when Captain Navarre befriends him. Navarre has been hunted by the Bishop's men for two years, ever since he escaped with the Lady Isabeau who the Bishop has lusted after. Navarre and Isabeau have a curse that the Bishop has placed on them that causes Navarre to be a wolf during the night and Isabeau to be a hawk during the day. Navarre insists that Philipe help him re-enter the city to help him kill the heavily guarded Bishop. (source IMDB.com)
Mystical, magical, mahem and more - "Ladyhawke" is a movie I suggest for everyone looking for an exciting, action-filled romance. I dare you not to cry - I dare you.
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Philipe Gastone, a thief, escapes from the dungeon at Aquila, sparking a manhunt. He is nearly captured when Captain Navarre befriends him. Navarre has been hunted by the Bishop's men for two years, ever since he escaped with the Lady Isabeau who the Bishop has lusted after. Navarre and Isabeau have a curse that the Bishop has placed on them that causes Navarre to be a wolf during the night and Isabeau to be a hawk during the day. Navarre insists that Philipe help him re-enter the city to help him kill the heavily guarded Bishop. (source IMDB.com)
Mystical, magical, mahem and more - "Ladyhawke" is a movie I suggest for everyone looking for an exciting, action-filled romance. I dare you not to cry - I dare you.
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Nice Day - But...
It's gorgeous in Los Angeles today - but I don't think I'm going to be spending much time outdoors. I have a bit of a cold, and with all this H1N1 crap going around, I don't want it to get any worse. I know that it's not rampant, but there have been a few cases confirmed in So. California, and I'm not taking any chances. I get sick too easy.
Guess I'm just going to have to enjoy the weather from inside - no big deal, I'll just open all the windows, lol. :)
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Guess I'm just going to have to enjoy the weather from inside - no big deal, I'll just open all the windows, lol. :)
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Today
After all the work I've been doing the last few days, I believe I'm going to take today off. I'll still check my network sites now and then - but NO WORK!! Then tomorrow I can approach the last site with a clear head.
Still trying to figure out what, if anything, that N & N might be interested in doing - now that I'm pretty much done with their stuff. We all agreed to go out and have a celebratory drink/dinner - but I won't hold them to it. They're very busy people and may not have the time... but it would be nice.
I'm still feeling a bit on the crappy side. I don't like being sick - I don't think anyone does - but this H1N1 thing is making people more aware of any type of cold/flu/illness, and I'm trying not to be paranoid. I don't have a fever, so that's a good thing.
Anyway, I'm going to go and get something to eat - don't know what or where - but I'm hungry. So that's all for now.
*D*
Still trying to figure out what, if anything, that N & N might be interested in doing - now that I'm pretty much done with their stuff. We all agreed to go out and have a celebratory drink/dinner - but I won't hold them to it. They're very busy people and may not have the time... but it would be nice.
I'm still feeling a bit on the crappy side. I don't like being sick - I don't think anyone does - but this H1N1 thing is making people more aware of any type of cold/flu/illness, and I'm trying not to be paranoid. I don't have a fever, so that's a good thing.
Anyway, I'm going to go and get something to eat - don't know what or where - but I'm hungry. So that's all for now.
*D*
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Sunday, May 3, 2009
Not Dead...
Just EXTREMELY busy lately. I have been working like a crazy person these last few weeks - don't believe me? Here are FOUR websites that I've finished and launched since I updated here last:
Nick McCallum Official Site
Natalie Avital Official Site
The Gift - A Short Film
Joe Holt Official Site
So yeah, sorry I haven't been updating - but as you can see, I've been working my tail off, lol.
I'm very proud of the work I've done, and the people that I've met have been extremely wonderful... you can check out what a couple of them think of me HERE.
Anyway, that's whats been going on - will try to write more often... though I still have one site that's not quite done yet, lol.
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P.S. Been using this cool new browser called "FLOCK" - check it out at http://flock.com - it's really fun! :)
Nick McCallum Official Site
Natalie Avital Official Site
The Gift - A Short Film
Joe Holt Official Site
So yeah, sorry I haven't been updating - but as you can see, I've been working my tail off, lol.
I'm very proud of the work I've done, and the people that I've met have been extremely wonderful... you can check out what a couple of them think of me HERE.
Anyway, that's whats been going on - will try to write more often... though I still have one site that's not quite done yet, lol.
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P.S. Been using this cool new browser called "FLOCK" - check it out at http://flock.com - it's really fun! :)
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It's Finished!!
Got the new site up! It looks really good too - if I do say so myself, lol. I was worried that it was going to take me FOREVER to get all the videos working right, but once I got the groove going, it wasn't so much of a hassle. :)
Anyway, if you want to check it out - click HERE. He's a great guy, very nice.
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Anyway, if you want to check it out - click HERE. He's a great guy, very nice.
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Saturday, May 2, 2009
Flock
Using this really cool new browser called "Flock" - that is made by Mozilla (Firefox). It has everything, I swear it's awesome. I think I'll use this browser from now on - it makes things so much easier. I'm actually using it to update this blog as we speak, lol. It also allows you to log into Facebook (and it shows all your friends in a side panel, where you can share comments and pictures without going directly to their Facebook pages) - and you can be logged into your MySpace at the same time (where you can do the same thing with pics and comments, etc) - it really is great.
HERE is the link if you want to check it out. It is free, and no, I'm not making any commission by telling you about it, lol. Check it out - it's fun fun fun. :)
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HERE is the link if you want to check it out. It is free, and no, I'm not making any commission by telling you about it, lol. Check it out - it's fun fun fun. :)
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The Gift - New Site
Worked in tandem with Nick & Nat (is it tandem when there's three?) - to put this site together... a gift from me to them for being so awesome while I was working on THEIR sites. A gift to them of a site for their short film "The Gift".
You can check out the site HERE.
I was lucky enough to be able to view the film in it's entirety - and I was extremely impressed by not only their acting ability, but the story (which Nat wrote) - and the direction (done by Nick). All in all it was a great film, and I'm honored to have been able to build the site for it.
Another site should be launching in the next few days for Joe. He came by today and we got a lot taken care of - it's pretty much just a matter of putting the pieces together, and then we'll launch. :)
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You can check out the site HERE.
I was lucky enough to be able to view the film in it's entirety - and I was extremely impressed by not only their acting ability, but the story (which Nat wrote) - and the direction (done by Nick). All in all it was a great film, and I'm honored to have been able to build the site for it.
Another site should be launching in the next few days for Joe. He came by today and we got a lot taken care of - it's pretty much just a matter of putting the pieces together, and then we'll launch. :)
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Sunday, April 19, 2009
I'm SO Happy
We finally launched Nick's site tonight - I swear I was tempted to hold him hostage until I had all the information that we needed to finish, but he was a good guy - so yeah, site's online! Check it out HERE...
This brought me down to three, but I'm doing something on my own for the two of them (N & N) because they've been so awesome to me these last few weeks... so total left = 4. Close to finishing 3 of those though, so no big deal. I love my job - and it's awesome when a site that's well done, by me and the subject, can be shared.
I feel like a proud mom, lol.
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P.S. What the hell is up with MySpace???
This brought me down to three, but I'm doing something on my own for the two of them (N & N) because they've been so awesome to me these last few weeks... so total left = 4. Close to finishing 3 of those though, so no big deal. I love my job - and it's awesome when a site that's well done, by me and the subject, can be shared.
I feel like a proud mom, lol.
*D*
P.S. What the hell is up with MySpace???
Not Always a Day of Rest
Sometimes I get asked "what is your favorite day of the week?" And I usually answer that I don't really have one - days are pretty much all the same to me. That's the truth. Take today for example - when some people actually look at Sundays as a day of rest. Hmmmm... not me - I don't have that luxury - at least not this week.
Let me give you a little idea on how my day is going to go:
From the time I'm finished with this entry, until 1pm - I am going to be re-sizing photos and working on Nick's site.
From 1pm until ? - Nick and I are going to be finishing up his site, for a hopeful launch tonight. If not tonight, then definitely before the end of the week.
After Nick leaves I have to re-focus on Joe's site, and finish getting the videos converted and compressed, and then separated for their respective pages.
Obviously a busy day. And don't even ask me about tomorrow.
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Let me give you a little idea on how my day is going to go:
From the time I'm finished with this entry, until 1pm - I am going to be re-sizing photos and working on Nick's site.
From 1pm until ? - Nick and I are going to be finishing up his site, for a hopeful launch tonight. If not tonight, then definitely before the end of the week.
After Nick leaves I have to re-focus on Joe's site, and finish getting the videos converted and compressed, and then separated for their respective pages.
Obviously a busy day. And don't even ask me about tomorrow.
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
Procrastination
I'm debating whether I should go over to Jack in the Box and get something to eat, or just throw a pot pie in the microwave. I did buy groceries for a reason, lol - however, I'm really jonesing for a JitB chicken sandwich...
It's stuff like this that keeps me from doing what I'm supposed to be doing - and that's working on these (3) websites I have in pre-launch right now. It's a little overwhelming, definitely the first time I've had this much work going on at once - and that includes the times I've worked outside the house as well. I will get it done - but I'm hungry right now so...
I think I'll just have the pot pie. I don't feel like walking across the street right now...
*D*
It's stuff like this that keeps me from doing what I'm supposed to be doing - and that's working on these (3) websites I have in pre-launch right now. It's a little overwhelming, definitely the first time I've had this much work going on at once - and that includes the times I've worked outside the house as well. I will get it done - but I'm hungry right now so...
I think I'll just have the pot pie. I don't feel like walking across the street right now...
*D*
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Upgrade
Getting a cable upgrade tomorrow - going from "basic" to "extended basic" - and it's only going to cost about ten dollars more (once the one time fee of 20 for installation is paid) a month... I can definitely afford an extra ten bucks, so I want more channels to choose from dammit, lol. They're hooking it up between 9 and noon - but I would have had it done earlier if they gave me the option...
Woke up this morning with the inside of my left cheek all ripped up - I have NO idea how it happened, and it wasn't like that when I fell asleep - so it makes me wonder what I was dreaming about to make me do that. It's a very uncomfortable feeling to know that it's possible to harm yourself while sleeping...
More work today - debating on whether I should get something to eat before I go back to bed for a couple of hours... I'm still extremely tired, and I don't want to screw anything up because of it - so I'm going to try and get a little more sleep. However, I'm hungry, so maybe I should go get something to eat so it's easier for me to go back to sleep...
I'm just rambling - but yeah, that's pretty much it for now...
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Woke up this morning with the inside of my left cheek all ripped up - I have NO idea how it happened, and it wasn't like that when I fell asleep - so it makes me wonder what I was dreaming about to make me do that. It's a very uncomfortable feeling to know that it's possible to harm yourself while sleeping...
More work today - debating on whether I should get something to eat before I go back to bed for a couple of hours... I'm still extremely tired, and I don't want to screw anything up because of it - so I'm going to try and get a little more sleep. However, I'm hungry, so maybe I should go get something to eat so it's easier for me to go back to sleep...
I'm just rambling - but yeah, that's pretty much it for now...
*D*
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Fun
Is it wrong to be in love with a phone? I swear I'm loving my new cell phone. I have always wanted a Samsung Messenger (the red one, of course), and yesterday I finally got one. I'm still learning new things about it, and I am having fun with it, lol. I've never had such a good time with a cell phone. Does that make me strange? Oh well, ask me if I really care. ;)
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Sunday, April 12, 2009
News, then Nothing...
So all that crap that went on last night, and trickled into this morning and afternoon - well, it just stopped. I have no idea what's going on. I should be glad, but it kind of pisses me off because I was there to help, and they've told me nothing on how it was going to be resolved - or if it has. Don't ask someone to help you, and then leave them hanging on what the final verdict is... I really shouldn't care, I should just move on and just do what I said I was going to do, which was to not talk to the person who started it all... it's hard though...
In other news - I've finished with the first "test" design for the client I picked up yesterday. Should be hearing back from him about what he likes/doesn't like about it soon, possibly (hopefully) by tomorrow. I think he'll like it though - he chose the colors and gave me a good idea on what he wanted it to look like, and that's what it looks like. So yeah, he should be satisfied - if not, I'll make changes until he is. After all, it's how I do things.
Can't wait to get my new phone!!!
Good night.
*D*
In other news - I've finished with the first "test" design for the client I picked up yesterday. Should be hearing back from him about what he likes/doesn't like about it soon, possibly (hopefully) by tomorrow. I think he'll like it though - he chose the colors and gave me a good idea on what he wanted it to look like, and that's what it looks like. So yeah, he should be satisfied - if not, I'll make changes until he is. After all, it's how I do things.
Can't wait to get my new phone!!!
Good night.
*D*
Long Distance Involvement
I know better than this, I'm too smart for this - and yet I do it every time. I get involved with difficulties with people in another state - and most of the time, when I do this, I'm the one that ends up getting the shit.
Case in point (without mentioning names): I know this person, this family - that seems to always be fighting in one way or another. There are three members of this family that I'm particularly close too - and I HATE it when they don't get along with each other... because it's me that they call and bitch to. I hate getting involved - but sometimes I have to... now I'm involved with something that's just so outrageous that it's not even funny. One person was accused of something he did NOT do, and I'm fighting for him. I don't care how it goes with the other two people - but he's an innocent, and I am not going to let him go down. Total crap, and yes, I'm feeling two ways about it - I'm regretting getting involved at all, but glad too, to be on his side about the whole thing...
So yeah, great holiday start huh?
*D*
Case in point (without mentioning names): I know this person, this family - that seems to always be fighting in one way or another. There are three members of this family that I'm particularly close too - and I HATE it when they don't get along with each other... because it's me that they call and bitch to. I hate getting involved - but sometimes I have to... now I'm involved with something that's just so outrageous that it's not even funny. One person was accused of something he did NOT do, and I'm fighting for him. I don't care how it goes with the other two people - but he's an innocent, and I am not going to let him go down. Total crap, and yes, I'm feeling two ways about it - I'm regretting getting involved at all, but glad too, to be on his side about the whole thing...
So yeah, great holiday start huh?
*D*
Saturday, April 11, 2009
New Client
I'm going to be working with a new client, another actor... he seems really nice. Had a meeting with him this afternoon and it went really well. (If you're interested, you can check out his IMDB page HERE.) I'll be playing around with a design for him this weekend, then he's meeting up with me again on Monday to bring me some material. Hoping to have a launch by the 17th of April, the 19th at the latest. Counting Joe, that brings me to eight clients (I think, lol) - that's pretty good... I'm building up a pretty decent portfolio. I guess the move to L.A. helped, lol.
I love having new projects to work on - especially when the people are supportive and have good personalities. Being helpful is a plus as well.
*D*
I love having new projects to work on - especially when the people are supportive and have good personalities. Being helpful is a plus as well.
*D*
Friday, April 10, 2009
No Kids for Me
Even though time is running out for me to have kids, my want for them is waning even faster - especially when I watch those "Nanny" shows. Are you kidding me? If I talked to my parents like that when I was a child, or hit them like these kids do, I wouldn't be able to sit down for a week. And because of this, I respect my elders - well everyone - a lot more than most young people these days, and it's not just because I'm older. I don't see anything wrong with spanking a child. Beating them, yes there's definitely a problem with that, but a couple of strong swift swats on the butt - I say yes. Isn't there such a thing as parental abuse? And don't say "they're too young to understand" because if they're too young to understand that hitting or disrespecting their parents is bad, then they're too young to sit for five minutes to "think about it", because they're too young to know they did something wrong - it's a vicious circle... Does anyone even stop and think for a moment that today's youth is more troubled (do I need to bring up all the school shootings and the increase in teen suicide in the last twenty years?) - and there might be a reason for that? Spanking your child is not child abuse, unless you don't know when to stop. But I promise you, once you've put yourself in that position, your child is less likely to mess up again. No, I've never given birth to a child, but I've had a big hand in raising a few - and yes, I did spank a couple of them. One of those that I did spank is now a 16 year old, and is not a trouble maker, and respects his parents. He's not perfect, no teenager is, but he's not wielding a gun at his school, or picking on younger or smaller kids. He's a great kid. Do I take responsibility for it? Not entirely. But I believe that the love AND discipline he received as a child helped make him who he is today. That's true with all kids. Think about it.
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Reality TV
I can't believe how much reality television I watch - actually, I can't believe with all the work I've been doing lately that I've even had TIME to watch as much as I do. Here's a list of reality shows that I watch:
Wife Swap (I watch this show from 3pm to 6pm, Monday thru Friday)
Survivor (Every Thursday night)
The Amazing Race (On Sunday nights)
World's Dumbest _________ (This is on truTV)
Speeders (Also on truTV)
Food Network Challenge (Whenever I can catch it)
Iron Chef America (Late night Sunday)
America's Next Top Model (Marathons on Sunday and Monday, and new cycle on Wednesday)
Would you say I was a reality show TV whore? LOL. Yeah, I think I need a new hobby maybe.
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Wife Swap (I watch this show from 3pm to 6pm, Monday thru Friday)
Survivor (Every Thursday night)
The Amazing Race (On Sunday nights)
World's Dumbest _________ (This is on truTV)
Speeders (Also on truTV)
Food Network Challenge (Whenever I can catch it)
Iron Chef America (Late night Sunday)
America's Next Top Model (Marathons on Sunday and Monday, and new cycle on Wednesday)
Would you say I was a reality show TV whore? LOL. Yeah, I think I need a new hobby maybe.
*D*
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Happy Spring!!
I don't celebrate Easter - though I don't mind getting the candy when it's on sale, lol... so imagine my surprise when I was told that this Sunday is Easter Sunday. You could have knocked me over with a feather.When I was a child, I did celebrate Easter with my family. I remember the egg decorating and hiding/finding them - I also remember not wanting to eat hard-boiled eggs for months afterward.
I remember the coconut rabbit cakes with paper ears that my mother used to make (and I absolutely detest coconut now).
I remember dressing up for church (though for the life of me, I can't remember one IN church, just dressing up for it)
- and all that lovely family fun. So what has changed?
I'm older now, and have my own traditions for this time of year - not exclusive mind you, there are many that celebrate Ostara and Beltane - which are what I recognize now. The changing of the Seasons, the Spring Equinox, nature's gifts, etc... things that I can see with my own eyes, and experience in myself as well as what's around me.
No, this post isn't to preach or convert. Just to share. Please enjoy your celebration however you feel most comfortable. As long as it makes you happy.
*D*
P.S. Gotta remember to hit Rite-Aid on Monday for all those great candy sales, lol.
P.P.S. And no, that's not the church I went to - but it serves the point. :)
P.S. Gotta remember to hit Rite-Aid on Monday for all those great candy sales, lol.
P.P.S. And no, that's not the church I went to - but it serves the point. :)
Wow
Heard from a friend today that I haven't talked to in a LONG time - and it was nice. But at the back of my mind I kept thinking that the only reason she contacted me is because she was bored... is that terrible? Why can't I just accept the fact that she might have actually missed me, and wanted to talk to me? I think it has to do with what's been going on with other friends lately - well, those that I thought were friends. I have to stop being so down on myself - shit, I'm worth missing. If I wasn't around, I know I would miss me.
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Monday, April 6, 2009
Good Day So Far
Even though I got only about two and half hours sleep last night, this has started as a pretty good day. Got a lot taken care of with N & N - so those sites should be launching in the next few days. Heading out to go to the bank, and to pick up my glasses - yay! So that's awesome too. What am I going to do when I come home? Go back to bed for a little while - I seriously need a nap, lol.
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Saturday, April 4, 2009
Funny
I did go to bed, but I couldn't sleep... it seems that I have insomnia every weekend now. I guess I should feel lucky that I know when it's going to happen - and that it only happens on the weekends, however, I would rather not have it at all... but we can't always get what we want right? (Thanks Mick).
In other news - I wish the sun would come up more... I am kind of hungry, and even though Jack in the Box opens at six, I would still rather not walk over there in the dark. I know, I know, it's only across the street - but still...
Have you ever had starburst fruit chews and peanut m&m's together? You should try it - it's very good.
*D*
In other news - I wish the sun would come up more... I am kind of hungry, and even though Jack in the Box opens at six, I would still rather not walk over there in the dark. I know, I know, it's only across the street - but still...
Have you ever had starburst fruit chews and peanut m&m's together? You should try it - it's very good.
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Another Late Night
Well, since I don't have to get up early, I guess staying up late tonight was okay - I certainly got a lot done, things figured out... I hope, lol. I did make some things easier - and larger - and that's what I'll leave it at, you can try to guess what I'm talking about, lol.
Tomorrow (Sunday during the day) I have to take care of laundry, and I have to vacuum... I hate vacuuming, it's so boring and loud... but it has to be done I guess. Have to get all the little shavings off the floor so they stop sticking to my feet...
I'm tired, and I'm going to bed now.
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Tomorrow (Sunday during the day) I have to take care of laundry, and I have to vacuum... I hate vacuuming, it's so boring and loud... but it has to be done I guess. Have to get all the little shavings off the floor so they stop sticking to my feet...
I'm tired, and I'm going to bed now.
*D*
Friday, April 3, 2009
Bed
I'm going to bed - lots to do tomorrow (well, later today - but I've always said it's not the next day until the sun comes up, lol).
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Old Posts - Am I Smarter Now?
I was just reading over some of my old entries on this blog, from last year, and I don't know whether to laugh or cry over the monumental changes that have gone on since then. I am not going to name anyone specifically - but things have definitely turned around when it comes to certain people. Right now, I can't say if it's a good thing or a bad thing. Probably because it JUST happened. However, I am really trying not to focus on it, as hard as it is - I'm really trying to just roll with life as it comes to me. I really am trying, period.
The good news is I have had a plethora of work come in, and it's with some pretty awesome people... so I have that to be thankful for.
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The good news is I have had a plethora of work come in, and it's with some pretty awesome people... so I have that to be thankful for.
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It Works!!!
Yup, I figured it out - and it only took me about an hour (don't make fun)... I got the thing to work on my site, so I can get it to work on hers. She'll have to set up two, but it's easy, so no big deal. :) Once the blog(s) are set up, we can launch - which will be great! I love launching a new project - but it can be a little bittersweet, though I won't go into why.
By this time on Monday, there will definitely be a new website on the internet. Yay!
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By this time on Monday, there will definitely be a new website on the internet. Yay!
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Test
I'm testing an iframe to set up someone else's blog on her website. What's interesting is that I seem to be figuring it out, lol.
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Monday, March 9, 2009
Saturday, March 7, 2009
BUSY!!!
So many things have been going on - I don't even know where to start...
First of all, I've been having some medical problems (no worries!), and have been in and out of the doctor's office several times in the last two weeks - I have another appointment on Monday, and hopefully that will be the last. We'll have to wait and see though.
Also, this past Thursday I had a crash - my WindowsXP crashed out and I lost a LOT of software - I'm still trying to get everything back. It was horrendous, but at least I have enough going on that I'm able to work again.
Three websites were launched last month:
http://actorslive.com
http://griff-furst.com
http://capitollove.com
and I am working on two others as we speak. Also getting that DVD cover finished as well.
I was pleasantly surprised when I was told today that the manager of one of my clients is interested in hiring me to build websites for other people that he manages. Waiting for a call from him for more info on that.
Quick note to those of you in the US (except Arizona) - set your clocks forward tonight!! It's time to Spring Forward! I think it's early, but yeah, it's time.
I think that's about it - I'll try to be more active here than I have been lately - obviously with good reason, lol... but I'll do better.
*D*
P.S. Here is an old photo of me and my sister that I found the other day (and played with in "PicNick" on Facebook). I can't believe I was that skinny!! (I'm the one in the back).
First of all, I've been having some medical problems (no worries!), and have been in and out of the doctor's office several times in the last two weeks - I have another appointment on Monday, and hopefully that will be the last. We'll have to wait and see though.
Also, this past Thursday I had a crash - my WindowsXP crashed out and I lost a LOT of software - I'm still trying to get everything back. It was horrendous, but at least I have enough going on that I'm able to work again.
Three websites were launched last month:
http://actorslive.com
http://griff-furst.com
http://capitollove.com
and I am working on two others as we speak. Also getting that DVD cover finished as well.
I was pleasantly surprised when I was told today that the manager of one of my clients is interested in hiring me to build websites for other people that he manages. Waiting for a call from him for more info on that.
Quick note to those of you in the US (except Arizona) - set your clocks forward tonight!! It's time to Spring Forward! I think it's early, but yeah, it's time.
I think that's about it - I'll try to be more active here than I have been lately - obviously with good reason, lol... but I'll do better.
*D*
P.S. Here is an old photo of me and my sister that I found the other day (and played with in "PicNick" on Facebook). I can't believe I was that skinny!! (I'm the one in the back).
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
I'm Here - Really...
So much has been going on - with work and other stuff - that it's taken me away from blog updating!! I guess I haven't had as much time on my hands lately, and that's why I haven't had a moment to update...
Here's what has been happening... first of all - today is a VERY important day in my life. February 17th, 2004, I was sitting in the audience of a theater in New York City. Watching an incredible performer dance and sing in the role of Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast". She was spectacular, and I was mesmerized by her talent. Afterwards, I was lucky enough to be invited to the after party, and there I met the best friend that I have ever had - Ms. Christy. So yes, five years ago today, Christy and I met face to face for the very first time, and we've been close ever since. I've never had a friend like her, and I will never forget that day - so later on this evening, we're planning on getting together to celebrate the importance of that meeting. I'm looking forward to seeing what we're going to be doing, lol... probably a movie since that was the original plan.
Work news - omg, I have been busting my ass with two websites - PLUS a dvd cover - but luckily I am almost finished and then can move on to possibly more projects. We'll see. It would be nice to have perhaps one project a month, but who knows...
Valentine's Day was fun - my roommate took me to Universal Studios. I've never been there before, only having visited the City Walk previously - but we went, and had a great time. We were there from 10 o'clock in the morning until 4 o'clock in the afternoon, and did practically everything. We didn't get to see a couple of the shows - but we did the important stuff, like the Tour, and the new Simpson's ride. It was a great day, and I'm grateful that she asked me to go. Who needs a "Valentine" to have fun? LOL.
So, I think that's it for now. I can't promise coming back soon or anything like that - but I can promise to try.
Hope everyone else is doing well!!
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Here's what has been happening... first of all - today is a VERY important day in my life. February 17th, 2004, I was sitting in the audience of a theater in New York City. Watching an incredible performer dance and sing in the role of Belle in Disney's "Beauty and the Beast". She was spectacular, and I was mesmerized by her talent. Afterwards, I was lucky enough to be invited to the after party, and there I met the best friend that I have ever had - Ms. Christy. So yes, five years ago today, Christy and I met face to face for the very first time, and we've been close ever since. I've never had a friend like her, and I will never forget that day - so later on this evening, we're planning on getting together to celebrate the importance of that meeting. I'm looking forward to seeing what we're going to be doing, lol... probably a movie since that was the original plan.
Work news - omg, I have been busting my ass with two websites - PLUS a dvd cover - but luckily I am almost finished and then can move on to possibly more projects. We'll see. It would be nice to have perhaps one project a month, but who knows...
Valentine's Day was fun - my roommate took me to Universal Studios. I've never been there before, only having visited the City Walk previously - but we went, and had a great time. We were there from 10 o'clock in the morning until 4 o'clock in the afternoon, and did practically everything. We didn't get to see a couple of the shows - but we did the important stuff, like the Tour, and the new Simpson's ride. It was a great day, and I'm grateful that she asked me to go. Who needs a "Valentine" to have fun? LOL.
So, I think that's it for now. I can't promise coming back soon or anything like that - but I can promise to try.
Hope everyone else is doing well!!
D
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
3:41 AM
I've been working my ass off - no I'm not dead, just extremely busy... stopping by for a quick hello and I'm off to bed.
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Monday, February 2, 2009
Crazy Crazy
First of all - THANK YOU to those that have been commenting lately, it does the heart good to know that someone is listening, lol. I'm better now - actually, never was really what you would call "down" about the lay off - though it did catch me off guard a little bit I have to admit. Anyway, it's all good...
The guy I'm supposed to get a check from today STILL hasn't shown up - and had the NERVE to ask me to sign an agreement that said that all the money I've made from him would be paid back if the site isn't finished in a timely manner. Um, what??? First of all, I've NEVER had to return funds - and legally, should not have to return all funds considering I HAVE worked on the project. Second - what the hell? The damn site would be finished by now if he had gotten off his ass in the beginning and just given me what I needed, so it's not ME that's holding shit back... so how dare he make that stipulation??? I told him that I would NOT sign anything that said I would give him a full refund, no matter what happens - a percentage maybe - but not the full amount. He must think that this is the first website I've ever done, and I know nothing about the business - when it's actually HIM that knows nothing about it. Idiot needs to learn some legal issues before writing up an agreement. ANYWAY - that's not bothering me too much, really. I have no worries about giving any money back because the site will be finished - and I happen to be in a very good mood about the work I've been doing. There's always one asshole in the crowd though - always one that's hard to please... luckily it's just the ONE and everyone else has been just awesome...
Other than the creep - it's all good.
D
The guy I'm supposed to get a check from today STILL hasn't shown up - and had the NERVE to ask me to sign an agreement that said that all the money I've made from him would be paid back if the site isn't finished in a timely manner. Um, what??? First of all, I've NEVER had to return funds - and legally, should not have to return all funds considering I HAVE worked on the project. Second - what the hell? The damn site would be finished by now if he had gotten off his ass in the beginning and just given me what I needed, so it's not ME that's holding shit back... so how dare he make that stipulation??? I told him that I would NOT sign anything that said I would give him a full refund, no matter what happens - a percentage maybe - but not the full amount. He must think that this is the first website I've ever done, and I know nothing about the business - when it's actually HIM that knows nothing about it. Idiot needs to learn some legal issues before writing up an agreement. ANYWAY - that's not bothering me too much, really. I have no worries about giving any money back because the site will be finished - and I happen to be in a very good mood about the work I've been doing. There's always one asshole in the crowd though - always one that's hard to please... luckily it's just the ONE and everyone else has been just awesome...
Other than the creep - it's all good.
D
Sunday, February 1, 2009
F**K!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
So I go into my evaluation at Disney yesterday - and I get LAID OFF!!!!!!! There's just not enough business right now to keep me, not just me but a lot of people that were hired at the same time as me... so yeah, I got walking papers with a promise that I could PROBABLY get hired back in May of this year. Um, I don't know about that - we'll see. Luckily I have had a plethora of internet work to do, so I am not nervous about my finances YET - we'll see how that goes as time goes on...
Good news!! C and her fiance' are purchasing a house just a few blocks away from me! I'm so excited that we're going to be so close! Climbing that hill to get to her apartment was a bitch - I'm not going to miss that, lol.
Something else happened today - this girl, who saw me on LJ in another community, has been somewhat communicating with me. Wanting to "get to know me better" etc... But - she was afraid to call me on the phone. She wanted to meet up with me in person, yet refused to call me on the phone!! I'm sorry, I will not meet with anyone unless I've talked to them first - and I don't mean texting, I mean TALKING. Maybe that's just me, but that's how I feel. So I told her today that it wasn't going to happen. She said okay, then deleted me from her MySpace. Boo hoo - whatever. Moving on... personally, I'd rather not be with anyone at this time - we'll have to wait and see for later - but I'm just fine being on my own...
Finished another site - check THIS out!! :)
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Good news!! C and her fiance' are purchasing a house just a few blocks away from me! I'm so excited that we're going to be so close! Climbing that hill to get to her apartment was a bitch - I'm not going to miss that, lol.
Something else happened today - this girl, who saw me on LJ in another community, has been somewhat communicating with me. Wanting to "get to know me better" etc... But - she was afraid to call me on the phone. She wanted to meet up with me in person, yet refused to call me on the phone!! I'm sorry, I will not meet with anyone unless I've talked to them first - and I don't mean texting, I mean TALKING. Maybe that's just me, but that's how I feel. So I told her today that it wasn't going to happen. She said okay, then deleted me from her MySpace. Boo hoo - whatever. Moving on... personally, I'd rather not be with anyone at this time - we'll have to wait and see for later - but I'm just fine being on my own...
Finished another site - check THIS out!! :)
D
Friday, January 30, 2009
Slammed
Between my sister's site, the advice column, the kids acting site, and now a site for another actor - I have been EXTREMELY busy the last couple of days - which is why I haven't been writing too much. I haven't gone anywhere, I'm still here, but not as available, lol. I love being this busy though - makes me feel like I'm really doing something... guess I am. :)
I'm also excited because I made an appointment to get my eyes checked - next Thursday... and my new glasses will be ready about two weeks after that. Just in time for me and C's fifth anniversary celebration. I can't believe it's been five years - actually, it seems longer - feels like I've known her my whole life. But anyway, she's taking me out to dinner, then we're going to go see the movie "He's Just Not That Into You" with Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connely and Drew Barrymoore. I can't wait - it should be a fun night.
Anyway, as I said, REALLY busy lately - so I'd better get back to it. Will write again soon. Oh, and not much to really tell about the screening. Had a great time, ate a lot of food, drank a bit, and saw a really funny movie that stars two of my favorite people. So yeah, fun night.
Later!
D
I'm also excited because I made an appointment to get my eyes checked - next Thursday... and my new glasses will be ready about two weeks after that. Just in time for me and C's fifth anniversary celebration. I can't believe it's been five years - actually, it seems longer - feels like I've known her my whole life. But anyway, she's taking me out to dinner, then we're going to go see the movie "He's Just Not That Into You" with Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Connely and Drew Barrymoore. I can't wait - it should be a fun night.
Anyway, as I said, REALLY busy lately - so I'd better get back to it. Will write again soon. Oh, and not much to really tell about the screening. Had a great time, ate a lot of food, drank a bit, and saw a really funny movie that stars two of my favorite people. So yeah, fun night.
Later!
D
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Quick Stop
The screening was so much fun!!! I had a blast!! But, I am so tired... I'm going to go to bed now, will do a longer post tomorrow. But here's a peek:
Me and Christy!! Isn't it cute?
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Me and Christy!! Isn't it cute?
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Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Crazy Stuff Going On
Yes, I'm still sick - thanks to those that are wishing me well, I really appreciate it - and hopefully I'll be well by Thursday, more on that in a minute.
I'm upset about the fact that ALL my shifts were cancelled this week - fucking sucks. So no check at all next week from Disney. However, my sister is hiring me to re-design her website, and paying me, so that will help - a LOT. Still waiting for the advice guy to get on the ball with the content so I can finish up THAT site and get paid. Also, trying to get Christy's site moved to a new host - which is a pain in the ass - but if things work out, we'll be able to get that done by Friday of this week. The kids-act site is still "coming soon" because they haven't found a place to give the classes yet. As soon as they've rented an office or studio, the site will be finished. So yes, a lot of internet work going on.
Now, about Thursday. Christy called and told me today that there is going to be a screening of her movie "Movin' In" at a photography studio here in Hollywood on Thursday - THIS Thursday! I'm so excited to be a part of this - as I remember visiting Christy while she was filming the movie, and I also did artwork for the site that they liked so much they're going to use it as the DVD cover! That's pretty awesome right?
So yeah, even though I'm still feeling crappy - there are some positive things for me to focus on. That makes all the difference.
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I'm upset about the fact that ALL my shifts were cancelled this week - fucking sucks. So no check at all next week from Disney. However, my sister is hiring me to re-design her website, and paying me, so that will help - a LOT. Still waiting for the advice guy to get on the ball with the content so I can finish up THAT site and get paid. Also, trying to get Christy's site moved to a new host - which is a pain in the ass - but if things work out, we'll be able to get that done by Friday of this week. The kids-act site is still "coming soon" because they haven't found a place to give the classes yet. As soon as they've rented an office or studio, the site will be finished. So yes, a lot of internet work going on.
Now, about Thursday. Christy called and told me today that there is going to be a screening of her movie "Movin' In" at a photography studio here in Hollywood on Thursday - THIS Thursday! I'm so excited to be a part of this - as I remember visiting Christy while she was filming the movie, and I also did artwork for the site that they liked so much they're going to use it as the DVD cover! That's pretty awesome right?
So yeah, even though I'm still feeling crappy - there are some positive things for me to focus on. That makes all the difference.
D
Monday, January 26, 2009
SICK
I'm not feeling well today, so I guess it's a good thing that they called me to tell me my shift was canceled. This way I am still in the running for an attendance award... if they hadn't called me, I would have called them, that's for sure.
Anyway, so yes I'm sick. There's not much else to say except "ick".
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Anyway, so yes I'm sick. There's not much else to say except "ick".
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Sunday, January 25, 2009
As If...
You would think that I had enough website work to do, but no, I decide to update the Official Christy Romano Fan Site today... the news and picture page needed work - plus I also needed to update the description and keywords of the site, because somehow it had fallen off the first page google results for Christy Romano. And that's not good!! So, I just spent the last two hours updating the site. It's really one of my favorite sites that I've done, and not just because it's Christy - or just because I did it, lol. It's just a nice site.
Anyway, so what's left? Getting the advice column guy to look over his site and decide whether or not he's okay with it - and getting my sister's site started... though I do have to wait for the information from her before I can start that.
AND, I have to work at the SF & SS tomorrow, Tuesday, and Saturday - so I have a busy week ahead of me. It's all good though - I enjoy being busy.
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Anyway, so what's left? Getting the advice column guy to look over his site and decide whether or not he's okay with it - and getting my sister's site started... though I do have to wait for the information from her before I can start that.
AND, I have to work at the SF & SS tomorrow, Tuesday, and Saturday - so I have a busy week ahead of me. It's all good though - I enjoy being busy.
D
Saturday, January 24, 2009
Coming Soon Page Online!!
You can check out the website I've been talking about by going HERE. It's going to look just like this - with the pages coming to life as I get more information and content. I'm really proud of this site - pretty proud of ALL my sites, lol. I go crazy about this one in particular because we've had the domain since June '08, and I've been chomping at the bit to get it started. Now that it HAS been started, I'm enjoying getting it all together.
I'll be adding it to my online profile for sure.
I just wish the other person I'm doing a site for, the advice column site, was as on top of things.
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I'll be adding it to my online profile for sure.
I just wish the other person I'm doing a site for, the advice column site, was as on top of things.
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When it Rains it Pours
The quote in my subject line has nothing to do with the actual weather - especially since it's NOT raining outside today. It has to do with website work.
I started getting the advice column site together, then Christy sets me up with something else - which I am also now working on. THEN I get a call this morning from my sister - and she's hiring me to re-do HER site! All of this work in just the last couple of weeks. I have never had three projects going on at one time! I explained to my sister that I had two other sites I was working on at the moment, and she was cool with that, and will wait her turn. I LOVE doing websites - and I especially love doing sites for people that I know and can trust to pay me on time, lol.
So yeah, the quote "When it Rains, it Pours" really fits this situation.
On a side note - if you get the chance - you should watch "Prayers for Bobby" tonight on the Lifetime channel. I think EVERYONE should watch it.
I have to go to work on the sites now - but I'll post later, after the movie.
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I started getting the advice column site together, then Christy sets me up with something else - which I am also now working on. THEN I get a call this morning from my sister - and she's hiring me to re-do HER site! All of this work in just the last couple of weeks. I have never had three projects going on at one time! I explained to my sister that I had two other sites I was working on at the moment, and she was cool with that, and will wait her turn. I LOVE doing websites - and I especially love doing sites for people that I know and can trust to pay me on time, lol.
So yeah, the quote "When it Rains, it Pours" really fits this situation.
On a side note - if you get the chance - you should watch "Prayers for Bobby" tonight on the Lifetime channel. I think EVERYONE should watch it.
I have to go to work on the sites now - but I'll post later, after the movie.
D
Friday, January 23, 2009
BORING Night at Work - But Good News Too!!
First of all, they really didn't need me tonight - they could have done without me, seriously. It was SO slow! We actually had an hour where only six people came in. A whole hour, and only SIX people! However, at 8pm we did have a party of 40 for a birthday celebration. I still didn't have much to do with this, as I was just a greeter tonight - so I sat them, and then that was it for me. The servers, cooks, and ice cream people were hella busy though - poor things. Anyway, so that was pretty much it for the night - and I got off at a decent time too, so that was cool. One of the girls asked me to take her shift next Saturday - I was like "Hell yeah!" because I was only scheduled for two days - well, now I have three, lol. The check should be nice the week following that.
Good news - I put a shell together for the new site, and THEY LOVED IT!! I'm so happy! Now we just have to get the content and we'll launch. I'm looking forward to it. Did I already talk about this? If I did, I'm sorry, I'm just so excited, lol.
Did I tell you that not only is Christy my friend, she's my pimp too - for websites. She always hooks me up, lol.
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Good news - I put a shell together for the new site, and THEY LOVED IT!! I'm so happy! Now we just have to get the content and we'll launch. I'm looking forward to it. Did I already talk about this? If I did, I'm sorry, I'm just so excited, lol.
Did I tell you that not only is Christy my friend, she's my pimp too - for websites. She always hooks me up, lol.
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Cool!!
So C goes out today to meet up with an old friend - then I get a phone call from her about putting together a website for a kid's acting school that she and this friend are putting together. This "friend" of hers by the way, worked with her in "Even Stevens", and I got to talk to him today - and he's a really cool guy. :)
Anyway, so I threw something together for them to check out - and they LOVED it! So now they just have to find a place to put the school - they hope to have things up and running by the first of March. The website is done, well the SHELL is - it still needs content, which will happen pretty quickly - then we'll launch. I'm guessing the the launch will happen in the next two weeks, and when it does I'll put a link to it here, as well as on my portfolio.
I am still working on the advice column, but that should be finished soon as well.
I am so happy when I'm working on new projects!
D
Anyway, so I threw something together for them to check out - and they LOVED it! So now they just have to find a place to put the school - they hope to have things up and running by the first of March. The website is done, well the SHELL is - it still needs content, which will happen pretty quickly - then we'll launch. I'm guessing the the launch will happen in the next two weeks, and when it does I'll put a link to it here, as well as on my portfolio.
I am still working on the advice column, but that should be finished soon as well.
I am so happy when I'm working on new projects!
D
Thursday, January 22, 2009
Because I Can't Sleep
This is a cool idea - thanks mrssirius (and yes, I know I forgot to fill out the last part - sorry!!)
Fill it out and then if you post on your own journal i will fill it out too!
1. Name:
2. Birthday:
3. Where do you live:
4: What are you studying/What are you working as:
5. What makes you happy:
6. What are you listening to now/have listened to last:
7. What is particularly good/bad about my LJ:
8. An interesting fact about you:
9. Are you in love/have a crush at the moment:
10. Favorite place to be:
11. Favorite lyric:
12. Best time of the year:
13. Weirdest food you like:
RECOMMEND
1. A film:
2. A book:
3. A song:
4: A band:
PLUS
1. One thing you like about me:
2. Two things you like about yourself:
3. Put this in your lj so I can tell you what I think of you?
Fill it out and then if you post on your own journal i will fill it out too!
1. Name:
2. Birthday:
3. Where do you live:
4: What are you studying/What are you working as:
5. What makes you happy:
6. What are you listening to now/have listened to last:
7. What is particularly good/bad about my LJ:
8. An interesting fact about you:
9. Are you in love/have a crush at the moment:
10. Favorite place to be:
11. Favorite lyric:
12. Best time of the year:
13. Weirdest food you like:
RECOMMEND
1. A film:
2. A book:
3. A song:
4: A band:
PLUS
1. One thing you like about me:
2. Two things you like about yourself:
3. Put this in your lj so I can tell you what I think of you?
Before I Go...
I know I said I'm calling it a night - but thought I'd do this first. It's TOO honest cause "someone" wouldn't let me lie, lol... not that I would. But yeah, so here we go:
1.Who was the last person to put their arm around you?
Christy - we hug a lot, lol.
2. Do you still talk to the person you kissed last?
Yes.
3. Have you ever punched a tree?
Oh no, that would hurt.
4. Do you believe that if you want something bad enough you'll get it?
You have to work for it, it doesn't "just" happen.
5. Do you watch a lot of TV?
Sometimes.
6. Have you tried ecstasy?
Nope.
7. Have you ever snuck out of your house?
I did when I was younger.
8. Kill or Be killed?
I would kill for certain people, and I would die for certain people.
10. Never sleep or never eat!?
Never eat.
11. Who was the last person you couldn't take your eyes off?
The only person I've seen in the last few hours, Christy, lol.
12. Would you ever get a tattoo?
I already have two - but I wouldn't mind another one.
13. Who was the last person you had a dream about?
My sister and nephew.
14. Are you a morning person or a night person?
Night, night, night...
15. Do you snore?
Sometimes - I've actually woken myself up.
16. Do you know someone who has gotten an abortion?
Yes.
17. What would you do if you opened up your front door to a dead body?
OMG - freak the fuck out.
18. Does anybody have feelings for you?
Yes, at least that's what they've said. ;)
19. Are you there for your friends?
As much as I can be.
20. Do you like to spend time with people?
Certain people, yes.
21. Are you hungry?
Ugh no, we just gorged ourselves on Jack in the Box, lol.
22. Are you a forgiving person?
It depends - but I try to be.
23. Do you walk with your eyes open or closed?
Open - I don't even want to think what would happened if I tried it with my eyes closed, lol.
24. Do you drink every weekend?
Nope.
25. Whens the last time you did the dishes?
Two days ago - and because there's been THREE in the house lately, they need to be done again.
26. Are you talking to anyone while doing this?
Yes, and getting instructed on how to answer, lol.
27. Do you want a relationship right now?
I have the relationships I want with my friends at the moment, I'm pretty satisfied.
28. What are you about to do?
After this, watch 30 Rock.
29. Have you ever fallen down a set of stairs?
Unfortunately, and up too.
30. Done anything you regret in your past?
Nope, I don't regret.
31. The highlight of your week?
The cops!! LOL!! No really, just hanging with my bud. :)
32. What are you craving to have right now?
Ice cream - damn we forgot!!
33. What are you scared of?
Bugs, I hate them - not really scared of them... clowns, I'm scared of clowns!!
34. Last movie you watched?
Sex in the City - she's freakin' addicted to it... lucky me.
35. Are you thinking of someone right now?
My friends - I'm always thinking of my friends.
36. Who is the last person you talked to on the phone?
Michelle from work.
37. Last thing you downloaded on your computer?
A wallpaper.
38. Have you changed much this year?
This year has barely started.
39. Hug or kiss?
Both please.
40. Where was the last place you went besides where you are?
Jack in the Box.
41. Has anyone ever said you looked like a celeb?
No, but they've said I looked like I was RELATED to a celeb, lol.
42. Last thing you watched on TV?
Watching 30 Rock right now.
43. Do you dress for style or comfort?
Comfort.
44. Name someone with the same b-day as you?
I haven't a clue, and really don't care. My B-Day is all about ME!!!
45. Ever had a drunken night in Mexico?
Night? No. Day? Yuppers!
46. Whats the craziest thing you've done?
Got drunk in Mexico... lol, not really - but probably wrestle with a crazy woman.
47. Favorite color(s)?
Red, black, purple, hot pink, royal blue.
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1.Who was the last person to put their arm around you?
Christy - we hug a lot, lol.
2. Do you still talk to the person you kissed last?
Yes.
3. Have you ever punched a tree?
Oh no, that would hurt.
4. Do you believe that if you want something bad enough you'll get it?
You have to work for it, it doesn't "just" happen.
5. Do you watch a lot of TV?
Sometimes.
6. Have you tried ecstasy?
Nope.
7. Have you ever snuck out of your house?
I did when I was younger.
8. Kill or Be killed?
I would kill for certain people, and I would die for certain people.
10. Never sleep or never eat!?
Never eat.
11. Who was the last person you couldn't take your eyes off?
The only person I've seen in the last few hours, Christy, lol.
12. Would you ever get a tattoo?
I already have two - but I wouldn't mind another one.
13. Who was the last person you had a dream about?
My sister and nephew.
14. Are you a morning person or a night person?
Night, night, night...
15. Do you snore?
Sometimes - I've actually woken myself up.
16. Do you know someone who has gotten an abortion?
Yes.
17. What would you do if you opened up your front door to a dead body?
OMG - freak the fuck out.
18. Does anybody have feelings for you?
Yes, at least that's what they've said. ;)
19. Are you there for your friends?
As much as I can be.
20. Do you like to spend time with people?
Certain people, yes.
21. Are you hungry?
Ugh no, we just gorged ourselves on Jack in the Box, lol.
22. Are you a forgiving person?
It depends - but I try to be.
23. Do you walk with your eyes open or closed?
Open - I don't even want to think what would happened if I tried it with my eyes closed, lol.
24. Do you drink every weekend?
Nope.
25. Whens the last time you did the dishes?
Two days ago - and because there's been THREE in the house lately, they need to be done again.
26. Are you talking to anyone while doing this?
Yes, and getting instructed on how to answer, lol.
27. Do you want a relationship right now?
I have the relationships I want with my friends at the moment, I'm pretty satisfied.
28. What are you about to do?
After this, watch 30 Rock.
29. Have you ever fallen down a set of stairs?
Unfortunately, and up too.
30. Done anything you regret in your past?
Nope, I don't regret.
31. The highlight of your week?
The cops!! LOL!! No really, just hanging with my bud. :)
32. What are you craving to have right now?
Ice cream - damn we forgot!!
33. What are you scared of?
Bugs, I hate them - not really scared of them... clowns, I'm scared of clowns!!
34. Last movie you watched?
Sex in the City - she's freakin' addicted to it... lucky me.
35. Are you thinking of someone right now?
My friends - I'm always thinking of my friends.
36. Who is the last person you talked to on the phone?
Michelle from work.
37. Last thing you downloaded on your computer?
A wallpaper.
38. Have you changed much this year?
This year has barely started.
39. Hug or kiss?
Both please.
40. Where was the last place you went besides where you are?
Jack in the Box.
41. Has anyone ever said you looked like a celeb?
No, but they've said I looked like I was RELATED to a celeb, lol.
42. Last thing you watched on TV?
Watching 30 Rock right now.
43. Do you dress for style or comfort?
Comfort.
44. Name someone with the same b-day as you?
I haven't a clue, and really don't care. My B-Day is all about ME!!!
45. Ever had a drunken night in Mexico?
Night? No. Day? Yuppers!
46. Whats the craziest thing you've done?
Got drunk in Mexico... lol, not really - but probably wrestle with a crazy woman.
47. Favorite color(s)?
Red, black, purple, hot pink, royal blue.
D
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
"Where's the Cheese?"
I guess I'm in trouble tonight - for telling a story to someone that I shouldn't have told. Oh well, it was a funny story, lol - and no, I can't tell it here or I'll be murdered in my sleep. I'm not kidding.
Anyway, big *hugs* out to Chrissy. I hope everything goes well with your father - and I'm happy to have made you laugh a little (lot) tonight. Glad I could be there for you even though I'm not really there. And no, I am not allowed to take a picture of the "finger bruises" - she won't let me, lol. But I'm sure you can picture it in your head. And they ARE sucky bottles - I dont' care what either of you say!! Stop being so nasty!!
Tired, obviously. And ooooo, I actually get a paycheck tomorrow - for two hours. Hey, it's something - compared to now, when I have nothing, something IS something right?
I'm rambling. Tired. Sleepy. Good night.
D
Anyway, big *hugs* out to Chrissy. I hope everything goes well with your father - and I'm happy to have made you laugh a little (lot) tonight. Glad I could be there for you even though I'm not really there. And no, I am not allowed to take a picture of the "finger bruises" - she won't let me, lol. But I'm sure you can picture it in your head. And they ARE sucky bottles - I dont' care what either of you say!! Stop being so nasty!!
Tired, obviously. And ooooo, I actually get a paycheck tomorrow - for two hours. Hey, it's something - compared to now, when I have nothing, something IS something right?
I'm rambling. Tired. Sleepy. Good night.
D
Now This is EXACTLY Why...
I'm reminded time and time again why I don't like doing websites for people who THINK they know everything, yet know nothing - at least about designing a website. Example: the guy I'm now working for (with), though a very nice guy, thinks he knows how to put a site together. Question: if you already know how to do it - why HIRE someone else? Why pay for something you obviously think you can do better? The only thing I'm complaining about is that I already had a really cool design for him, and he just scrapped the whole thing! I worked for three days on it and he's like "No, let's do it like this...". Now, if he already HAD an idea of what he wanted, why didn't he share it with me in the beginning?? Why wait ten days later? Shit, I could have been done with it by now if that were the case... but no, he decides to go out of town (unreachable) for a week - then come back and say "HERE, THIS is what I want."... jeez. So I have to start all over again... and I'm STILL waiting for content from him. So we'll have a nice shell basically. Which means longer for launch - and longer for him to pay me. Fucking wonderful.
Can you tell I'm a little aggravated right now?
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Can you tell I'm a little aggravated right now?
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Tuesday, January 20, 2009
More About Me - HA HA!! Another Survey!
How do you feel right now?
A bit tired - and run down... sickly.
To whom did you last give the finger to?
Oh, I don't remember, lol. I don't do that often - I'd rather just say it, lol.
Has anyone ever told you they wanted to be with you forever?
Not "forever", but I've been told that they want to be with me as long as we live.
How many hours did you sleep last night?
4.
Do you trust anybody of the opposite sex?
At this moment? No. But I have.
Who was the last person to sit in your lap?
Christy, for a picture.
Something you really want right now?
Chocolate - in any form, but prefer ice cream.
Do you think you're old?
No, not at all.
Are you a jealous person?
Not crazy jealous, but I have my jealous side.
Do you wear contacts?
Not at the moment, but I want to get new ones.
What were you doing an hour ago?
Checking out my TAGGED site.
Are you a morning person or a night person?
Definitely night.
What are you wearing?
Blue t-shirt, black pants.
If you could go back in time and change things, would you?
No, I believe everything happens for a reason.
If you could seek revenge on someone would you?
No, I don't believe in revenge - I believe in Karma.
Have you ever slept in a bed with the same sex?
LOL! Yeah.
Have you ever been around someone who was high?
Yes I have.
Ever kissed someone who smokes?
Yes.
Did you have a good birthday last year?
I had a FABULOUS birthday - C took me out to the Abbey (my favorite restaurant) and we had a BLAST! My best birthday ever!
Is your hair naturally curly?
Nope, and it won't hold a curl either!
Last person you were in a car with?
Christy.
Do you like someone that doesn't know you like them?
No.
What are you looking forward to most?
Hanging out with Meghan on Thursday, and work on Friday.
Is there a girl that knows everything or mostly everything about you?
Yes, one.
Have you ever kissed someone whose name started with a "K"?
Yes.
What are you looking forward to the next couple months?
Getting my budget back in order - maybe more hours at work so I can get a car, or at least a laptop, lol.
Have you ever liked someone whose name started with the letter J?
Yes.
Have your parents ever caught you drinking?
No.
Do you love the last boy/girl you were talking to?
I love her very much, she's like a sister to me.
Have you ever crawled through a window?
Yes, and jumped out of one, lol.
Who is someone you wish you could fix things with?
Nobody, it's all good right now.
Do you know anyone named Matt?
I know OF one, but I don't really KNOW him.
Last beverage you consumed?
Ice water - and a Coke before that.
Who was the last person you took a picture with?
Christy.
Is there anything stressing you out currently?
The usual, finances.
Do you remember what you were like a year ago?
Going out of my mind because I was living with a crazy woman in Agoura Hills.
Who did you last eat with?
Robyn.
Is the sun shining?
Not where I'm sitting, it's almost midnight.
Midnight last night, who were you texting?
No one.
When was the last time you cried really badly?
Two weeks ago.
Is there something you wish you could tell someone right at this moment?
No, the people that need to know, already know.
Is your dad a jerk?
Yes, he was.
Have you ever regretted letting someone go?
I've never let someone go - they've let me go - but it's all for the best.
D
A bit tired - and run down... sickly.
To whom did you last give the finger to?
Oh, I don't remember, lol. I don't do that often - I'd rather just say it, lol.
Has anyone ever told you they wanted to be with you forever?
Not "forever", but I've been told that they want to be with me as long as we live.
How many hours did you sleep last night?
4.
Do you trust anybody of the opposite sex?
At this moment? No. But I have.
Who was the last person to sit in your lap?
Christy, for a picture.
Something you really want right now?
Chocolate - in any form, but prefer ice cream.
Do you think you're old?
No, not at all.
Are you a jealous person?
Not crazy jealous, but I have my jealous side.
Do you wear contacts?
Not at the moment, but I want to get new ones.
What were you doing an hour ago?
Checking out my TAGGED site.
Are you a morning person or a night person?
Definitely night.
What are you wearing?
Blue t-shirt, black pants.
If you could go back in time and change things, would you?
No, I believe everything happens for a reason.
If you could seek revenge on someone would you?
No, I don't believe in revenge - I believe in Karma.
Have you ever slept in a bed with the same sex?
LOL! Yeah.
Have you ever been around someone who was high?
Yes I have.
Ever kissed someone who smokes?
Yes.
Did you have a good birthday last year?
I had a FABULOUS birthday - C took me out to the Abbey (my favorite restaurant) and we had a BLAST! My best birthday ever!
Is your hair naturally curly?
Nope, and it won't hold a curl either!
Last person you were in a car with?
Christy.
Do you like someone that doesn't know you like them?
No.
What are you looking forward to most?
Hanging out with Meghan on Thursday, and work on Friday.
Is there a girl that knows everything or mostly everything about you?
Yes, one.
Have you ever kissed someone whose name started with a "K"?
Yes.
What are you looking forward to the next couple months?
Getting my budget back in order - maybe more hours at work so I can get a car, or at least a laptop, lol.
Have you ever liked someone whose name started with the letter J?
Yes.
Have your parents ever caught you drinking?
No.
Do you love the last boy/girl you were talking to?
I love her very much, she's like a sister to me.
Have you ever crawled through a window?
Yes, and jumped out of one, lol.
Who is someone you wish you could fix things with?
Nobody, it's all good right now.
Do you know anyone named Matt?
I know OF one, but I don't really KNOW him.
Last beverage you consumed?
Ice water - and a Coke before that.
Who was the last person you took a picture with?
Christy.
Is there anything stressing you out currently?
The usual, finances.
Do you remember what you were like a year ago?
Going out of my mind because I was living with a crazy woman in Agoura Hills.
Who did you last eat with?
Robyn.
Is the sun shining?
Not where I'm sitting, it's almost midnight.
Midnight last night, who were you texting?
No one.
When was the last time you cried really badly?
Two weeks ago.
Is there something you wish you could tell someone right at this moment?
No, the people that need to know, already know.
Is your dad a jerk?
Yes, he was.
Have you ever regretted letting someone go?
I've never let someone go - they've let me go - but it's all for the best.
D
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