Monthly Archives: August 2005

I did a truly heinous thing today: I wrote a check. Okay, on rare occasions I do write checks: for rent, for piano lessons. But I never write checks when I am buying things, like at Target or the grocery … Continue reading →

I’m having trouble decorating my apartment because I can’t decide where everything should go. I did put up two shelves above my desk, which was a major accomplishment. I am taking a break until next week. It’s really funny how … Continue reading →

For reasons I won’t disgust you with here, I decided to try liquid band-aid. (It’s actually another brand called New Skin, because Liquid Band-Aid is 5$ for only ten applications, while New Skin comes in a bottle containing over one … Continue reading →

When the guy took our tickets today for Undiscovered, I wanted to say, “Yes, I know we’re going to see the worst movie ever.”

“Good morning. Thank you for choosing Starbucks. This is Josh. How may I help you?” Nice voice, I thought. I ordered. He gave me the total. I turned the corner and waited behind the car currently at the window. The … Continue reading →

I upgraded to Movable Type 3.2 about fifteen minutes ago, and, well, wasn’t that nifty. It’s been changed now so all you have to do is upload the files and it will upgrade itself. And, finally FINALLY there are better-looking … Continue reading →

Tonight’s baking adventure: cupcakes in ice cream cones. Lindsay, with whom I work, has a fascinating affinity for flat-bottomed cones, so I figured this would be the perfect birthday treat. I’ve read several different takes on just how much to … Continue reading →

The 40 Year Old Virgin was funny and actually pretty sweet, but not in a chick flick way. Many of the jokes are in the trailer, but you’ll still laugh out loud. It is entirely worth the price of admission … Continue reading →

So I don’t want to get into much detail, but my mom had surgery on Thursday (she’s fine), and since then, people keep dropping by with food. We’ve got fruit, a myriad of desserts, and several full meals. I love … Continue reading →

My mom just got a new car, a Chrysler Pacifica, named “the Princess.” Strangely enough, she and my father have not let Emma drive it, given her excellent track record with not denting cars. Anyway, I got to try it … Continue reading →