metal is my enemy • This post shall also be known as, “The Storage Unit Built by Brittany and Maura. Oh, Who Are We Kidding, It Was Mostly Brittany.” Today, … 30 dec, 9:59 p.m.
cheese pizza • To those in the know: tonight I enjoyed my very own (albeit very small) cheese pizza. To everyone else: go watch Home Alone. It’s a … 28 dec, 11:54 p.m.
year in review, 2004 • Reasons why 2004 rocked my socks off: The best New Year’s Eve ever…thus far, anyway. I got bangs! Best hair decision I’ve made in a … 27 dec, 10:22 p.m.
the last week of the year • So, I am pretty excited about the last week of the year. It’s kind of interesting if you think about it. Today is Sunday, and … 26 dec, 10:31 p.m.
merry christmas • Merry Christmas to all! Santa was good to my whole family, and we all went to the Titans game tonight. The Broncos crushed us…and it … 25 dec, 11:59 p.m.
coppers • Emma and I ventured out to Starbucks this evening, where what seemed like all of the cops in Franklin were enjoying a delicious hot beverage. … 23 dec, 11:14 p.m.
mini quiche • Mini quiches are the perfect food. Here is why: They are cute. (This is key.) Depending on what you put in them, they usually include … 22 dec, 10:35 p.m.
piano (bad) • Brandon recorded me playing piano the other night and subsequently threatened to publish the results if I did not do so myself. So, dear readers, … 21 dec, 11:38 p.m.
recent single song purchases on itunes • Britney Spears “My Prerogative” I must reluctantly admit Britney is mah gurl. Damn you for the crappy cover! Peter Gabriel “Solsbury Hill” Damn you, In … 20 dec, 11:12 p.m.
yeah, this entry’s ending below the fold • Pictures from this weekend: First, the tree! It is so pretty. When we found it on the lot, Audra and I danced around to ward … 19 dec, 7:36 p.m.
the tree • Tonight my dad, my sister Audra, and I went Christmas tree shopping. We bought a lovely, tall (9 feet), fragrant fir. In Green Hills. Then … 17 dec, 10:42 p.m.
west wing • Dear Donna, I love you for leaving Josh. Sincerely, Maura 15 dec, 10:23 p.m.
Get its or it’s wrong again, and i’ll kill you. • A passage from Eats, Shoots & Leaves: The Zero Tolerance Approach to Punctuation, by Lynne Truss, also known as my new favorite book: The rule … 14 dec, 9:04 p.m.
it’s christmas time and time for a carol • Today, I received from Amazon all of the Christmas gifts for my family. I was very, very excited when the UPS man came, as he … 13 dec, 10:17 p.m.
screws and gloves and ipod and bleach • I went out this afternoon to get screws for my license plate. My license plate did not come with screws. My temporary tag expires tomorrow. … 12 dec, 6:52 p.m.
seven am is my new favorite time of day • No really. So my body has been on this kick lately where it likes to wake me up BEFORE my alarm. Yes, before. It gets … 10 dec, 11:52 p.m.
good things for today • And believe me, they were few and far between. Sufficiently vague. This is a fabulous, fabulous lawyer-like phrase I am in love with. Vague is, … 09 dec, 9:21 p.m.
relaxing • Okay, I know it is only Wednesday, but for the first time this week, I got to watch television tonight. Monday, movie. Tuesday, gym, piano, … 08 dec, 10:46 p.m.
adulthood comes in the mail • Today, in the mail, I got all sorts of things to prove I am an adult. First, I got my very first car payment bill. … 07 dec, 9:44 p.m.
sideways • Brandon (entry) and I saw Sideways this evening (yes, on a Monday, shut up). When I originally started seeing previews for this movie, I thought, … 06 dec, 11:30 p.m.
brittany & will • Brittany and Will got married tonight, and it was very nice. It was at the Whitestone Inn, which is very pretty and has a spectacular … 05 dec, 10:16 p.m.
staying in • Because I am a glutton for punishment, I went shopping today. Truthfully, I was shopping mostly for myself, but that’s another issue entirely. The people! … 04 dec, 7:44 p.m.
is it wrong? • Is it wrong that I want to see Blade: Trinity even though Ryan Reynolds and Jessica Biel are in it? Is it wrong that I … 02 dec, 10:13 p.m.
lost • What happened on Lost tonight? My TiVo recorded the flashback Apprentice episode instead. Lame. 01 dec, 10:50 p.m.
soup • I love soup. I love how it is hot makes you warm inside. I love how it is an efficient little microcosm of a meal … 30 nov, 11:07 p.m.
closer to yooouuu • Is it just me, or does the cast list for Closer make you want to sing, “One of These Things (Is Not Like the Others),” … 29 nov, 10:12 p.m.
audra is funny • This is the first of possibly many installments of “Audra says the darnedest things.” Scene: it is the end of church this morning, the first … 28 nov, 5:40 p.m.
apple peel • I rarely peel apples, and when I do it is usually Thanksgiving. I frequently prepare the apple pie for this holiday, as it is my … 26 nov, 7:30 p.m.
tgiving • In the past twenty-four hours, I have been thankful for: Family Friends Cell phone calls that made my drive not as boring Eggnog shakes from … 25 nov, 8:58 p.m.
winn • On the way in to my parents’ house tonight, I stopped by Winn’s apartment to check out the changes since I had last been there. … 24 nov, 10:28 p.m.
rebel • Today, I was a rebel. Around 5.00pm, Brittany and I started talking about how much we wanted to leave work for the day. Now, it’s … 23 nov, 10:18 p.m.
off like a prom dress • When I was younger, but not so much recently, my father would use the metaphor “off like a prom dress.” You know, instead of “I’m … 22 nov, 9:26 p.m.
words that have nothing to do with thanksgiving • For your challenge this week, use all of the following words at the Thanksgiving dinner table. You can thank me later. pontificate To talk in … 21 nov, 11:21 p.m.
sore • Last night I did something I have not done in quite a while. As a result, I am sore. Oh, you have a sick, sick … 20 nov, 8:09 p.m.
conversation of the day • (At the conclusion of setting up the insurance on my NEW CAR.) Miranda (insurance lady): Okay, this policy is good until you turn twenty-five or … 18 nov, 7:36 p.m.
money money money • Thumbs down to my insurance copay on maintenance drugs being 20$. Yet another thing I get to pay for every month. Being an adult sucks. … 17 nov, 10:30 p.m.
corolla • Here’s a picture of my car, as promised. She needs a name. Either something that means gold or something that starts with an L and … 16 nov, 7:40 p.m.
the inch up • Why do people, when sitting at a red light, inch their cars up until it turns green? The light is not going to turn green … 15 nov, 10:19 p.m.
car • I bought a car yesterday. It is a 2004 Toyota Corolla in sand. Sand, champagne, beige, what have you—it’s gold. Yeah, I never in a … 14 nov, 8:36 p.m.
allen • My brother is 21 today! Happy birthday, Allen! (More later about my car!) 14 nov, 8 a.m.
twenty-three • So far, I am feeling pretty good with twenty-three. I just thought you should know. To start off my day, I accidentally slept in my … 12 nov, 12:46 a.m.
yippee! • Hey, it’s my birthday! 11 nov, 12:02 a.m.
carpet zen • Because I signed a new lease, my apartment complex gave me a choice of thank-you presents. They were: ceiling fan (already have one), updated bathroom … 10 nov, 8:10 p.m.
Oreos • I could really go for a box of fudge-covered Oreos and a tall glass of milk right now. 09 nov, 11:42 p.m.
the serve • Check out these pictures I took a while back of my sister Audra serving a volleyball. She’s the coolest. 08 nov, 10:45 p.m.
key lime • Dear Super Target, Thank you for having key lime pie-flavored Yoplait Light yogurt. Walmart stopped carrying it, and Kroger never started. You made my day. … 07 nov, 10 p.m.
foiled • On my way into the Nashville area yesterday, I stopped by the student recreation center at Vanderbilt. Why? Brandon was there last weekend for a … 06 nov, 11:19 a.m.
PLATINUM • Today Bank of America sent me my new PLATINUM credit card in the mail to replace my pitiful gold one. It’s kind of funny, actually, … 04 nov, 10:20 p.m.
marijuana • I am completely over the overdramatic reaction to the election, from both sides I might add. Let’s move on. We’ve got things to do. I … 03 nov, 11:40 p.m.
most wonderful time of the year • Americans wait a long time for this day. Some of them stay up all night. An absurd amount of money is spent in preparation. An … 02 nov, 10:53 p.m.
dehumidifier • Sometime over the weekend I noticed the carpet by the baseboard by the utility closet in my apartment was wet. Is wet. When I dropped … 01 nov, 10:18 p.m.
multivitamin • Multivitamins are good, or so my mother says, and you should always listen to your mother. I have this problem with multivitamins, though, in that … 31 oct, 9:50 p.m.
Christmas • I have to admit to a small bit of giddiness when I see all the Christmas stuff coming out in stores. Okay, actually, make that … 30 oct, 8:22 p.m.
monitor • This week at work, I received the HUGEST MONITOR EVER. Okay, it is just a 19” LCD, but it is the biggest monitor I have … 28 oct, 11:48 p.m.
voting (and baseball) • I voted today! Aren’t you proud of me? I am fortunate to live in Tennessee, one of many states offering early voting. Who did I … 27 oct, 11:42 p.m.
reasons i don’t like nicole kidman • She is freakishly tall. Everyone in Hollywood felt bad for her when she and Tom Cruise broke up. You have got to be kidding me. … 26 oct, 11:28 p.m.
car • Informal poll: what kind of car should I buy? Honda Accord Honda Civic Toyota Corolla Toyota RAV4 Volkswagen Jetta Leave comments, please. Thank you! 25 oct, 10:57 p.m.
snippets • James Taylor’s “Star Spangled Banner” was just beautiful. I saw the smallest dog ever today. It was smaller than most cats. I did not get … 24 oct, 11:05 p.m.
lady liberty • I went to a Halloween party tonight, and I was the Statue of Liberty. It’s an election year, and it was very patriotic. Shopping for … 23 oct, 10:48 p.m.
voting • I think I have decided who to vote for. I have been pretty emotional about it lately. I have talked to some people who are … 21 oct, 10:18 p.m.
world series baby!!! • What a great day for baseball. 21 oct, 12:04 a.m.
i’m so hot for times new roman right now • At work today, I used Times New Roman for a site, and it looks really good. In related news, Hell froze over. No really, get … 19 oct, 11:02 p.m.
old people • While driving home from the gym tonight, I was nearly implicated in a vehicular accident. A ederly man pulled out of Walmart in a late … 18 oct, 11:30 p.m.
unsolved mysteries • I had TiVo record a couple episodes of Unsolved Mysteries this week. It is on Lifetime: television for women, because ghosts and weird coincidences and … 17 oct, 9:32 p.m.
peanut butter • When I was in college, as long as I had a box of saltines and a jar of peanut butter, I could put off grocery … 16 oct, 9:39 p.m.
television titles • Television titles are funny. Thirty-second clips that are supposed to give you a quick overview of the show as well as identify the pertinent people … 15 oct, 8:20 p.m.
fire engines • The road my apartment complex is on is fairly frequently travelled by fire engines. There is a station close, although I am not sure why … 14 oct, 11:59 p.m.
presidential debate • I am so moving to Canada. You guys don’t have any archaic constitutional amendments banning gay marriage, right? Bush, you’re killing me. 13 oct, 10 p.m.
high school moment • So I am at work today, presumably doing something productive, and I send an email to Erika. I say, amongst other things, “I think Brandon … 12 oct, 8:36 p.m.
columbus day • I had planned a scathing post about Christopher Columbus and how this whole holiday is a sham because everyone already knew the world was round … 11 oct, 11:21 p.m.
quiet • The only words I spoke aloud today were to my cashier at Kroger. 10 oct, 10:24 p.m.
oak ridge adventure • Saturday. Oak Ridge. Because, you know, everyone should spend their Saturdays in Oak Ridge. (If you are not from Tennessee, you can get a little … 09 oct, 7:35 p.m.
upgrading movable type • When I redesigned, I had plans to upgrade my Movable Type version as well, but I ultimately decided to do this later. So, last night … 08 oct, 10:03 p.m.
nip/tuck • Dear TiVo, I love you dearly, and you have indeed changed my life as I was warned. We had some growing pains at first. Okay, … 07 oct, 10:44 p.m.
sucks • Reasons why my day was not the best: I had to run out and deposit my paycheck this morning. I was not spectacular at piano. … 06 oct, 11:54 p.m.
playoffs • I know I have said it before, but it is that special time of year. This time, the special time of year is playoff season. … 05 oct, 11:33 p.m.
discipline • The word of the week is discipline. Dictionary.com defines this word as, “Training expected to produce a specific character or pattern of behavior, especially training … 04 oct, 11:35 p.m.
i still love you, joaquin • Emma and I saw Ladder 49 today. At first, we loved it. In fact, she turned to me and said, “This is the best movie … 03 oct, 11:53 p.m.
i had the best day ever • There is something to be said for spending a day shirking all responsiblities and enjoying the things I loved in high school, when life was … 02 oct, 11:53 p.m.
tv shows i’m still watching • I obviously blatantly stole this idea from Brandon. The Apprentice. I like how the men are winning this time, and the women are perfect examples … 01 oct, 11:25 p.m.
redesign part 2 • I am going to be self-indulgent for a bit and talk about my new design. It was a pretty big deal for me, and hopefully … 30 sep, 10:27 p.m.
redesign • I would like to thank the following for contributing to my redesign: Wilco My Powerbook Diet Sprite Many, many episodes of The West Wing, Dawson’s … 30 sep, 1:20 a.m.
ways to annoy people • Write “for sexual favors” in the memo field of checks. Sit on the side of the road in your car, hold up a hair dryer, … 28 sep, 11:19 p.m.
vanilla • Today my life changed. For Halloween, Tootsie Roll Industries put out limited edition bags of only the vanilla Flavor Rolls. The vanilla ones have always … 27 sep, 11 p.m.
memories • Emma’s friend Andrew made some mix CDs for his high school buddies, which I found really funny, since they are made up of songs that … 26 sep, 11:13 p.m.
drugs • Does it mean something that every time Emma and I get together, we come up with a new euphemism for drugs? Last time I was … 25 sep, 10:04 p.m.
reciprocation • A lot of sites link to me, and it is unfortunate that sounds conceited, because really I am flattered and humbled by this. Sure, I … 23 sep, 11:12 p.m.
things i am thankful for • When Chris Harrison says, “Ladies, this is the final rose tonight.” Thank goodness he is there, because I really cannot count to fifteen on my … 22 sep, 11:15 p.m.
words of wisdom • I was talking to my youngest sister, Audra, today (no blog yet, but give her time), and we were comparing “diet” plans, as I often … 21 sep, 11:38 p.m.
days • There are those days where events happen which change or significantly alter your life. Dates that stick out in your mind—birthdays, anniversaries, deaths, school starting, … 20 sep, 11:20 p.m.
sky captain • I saw Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow last night. It was different, interesting, and there were really honestly only a few times where … 19 sep, 11:24 p.m.
free will astrology • My Free Will Astrology for this week says this: “The conversation didn’t get interesting until the end, after we ran out of things to say.” … 17 sep, 11:11 p.m.
it’s the most wonderful time of the year • We are getting into the best time of the year (in my opinion). Fall, Halloween, Thanksgiving, winter, Christmas, and, of course, the most important holiday … 16 sep, 10:18 p.m.
thanks, i’m crazy • I want to thank you for your kind messages in my comments yesterday. I was feeling down, but to be fair, this is not the … 15 sep, 10:49 p.m.
a thought • Is it bad when you are having the worst week of your life and it is only Tuesday? 14 sep, 11:38 p.m.
friendster • Like everyone (and their mothers), I have a Friendster profile. I have never really done anything with it, but from time to time I get … 13 sep, 9:17 p.m.
tivo • I wish I could talk, but I am too busy watching recorded programs. I ♥ TiVo. Special thanks to Brandon who apparently deserves the “person … 12 sep, 10:57 p.m.
cell phone = suck • If you have been trying to call me (and I know you all have) and have not gotten through, I am very sorry. My cell … 10 sep, 10:34 p.m.
the apprentice • Is it just me, or are reality shows like the Apprentice (or the Bachelor) difficult to watch at the very beginning? There are too many … 09 sep, 11:43 p.m.
the real world • So The Real World: Philadelphia has begun. I have not watched any of it yet, though. Why? BECAUSE BRANDON MADE ME BUY A TIVO AND … 08 sep, 11:38 p.m.
allows for premium pricing • I shopped at Walmart tonight. A combination of factors (time, location, product needs) let to this indescretion. Generally, I try to stay clear of the … 07 sep, 11:40 p.m.
where’s the redesign? • On June 30, 2003, I put up this design. Since it has been so long, lately I have been asked, “Where’s the redesign?” Well, I … 06 sep, 11:21 p.m.
happy birthday, winn! • Winn is 25!!! 06 sep, 1:35 a.m.
boomsday 2004 • 04 sep, 11:59 p.m.
bugs • In the past couple of weeks, my apartment has become a veritable insect museum. Last Thursday and Friday, I killed three huge crickets. This week … 03 sep, 9:19 p.m.
i don’t wanna grow up, i’m a toysrus kid • As I continue on into my adult years, I find it increasingly important to remember and enjoy things from my childhood (and childhood in general). … 02 sep, 11:58 p.m.
other things that are funny • Tom Foolery on Jason’s blog. E-mail Addresses It Would Be Really Annoying to Give Out Over the Phone. (I shamelessly stole this from Rachel.) English … 01 sep, 11:59 p.m.
gentle reader • Dear Readers, You are great, and you frequently make my day. Thanks. Love, Maura 31 aug, 11:38 p.m.
shhh! • I have a secret. I love Katie Couric. My day starts with sixteen ounces of water, the Today show, and an elliptical machine. And let … 30 aug, 11:40 p.m.
checklanes • Have you ever noticed how protective people are of their not-yet-purchased items at the grocery store, Target, Walmart? They watch carefully over the items in … 29 aug, 7:37 p.m.
saturdays • I try to keep my Saturdays relatively dull. I cannot sleep in all the time anymore, so I value the days I can. I like … 28 aug, 9:14 p.m.
just bitching • Tell me something. Why, oh why, do people who are married or otherwise in relationships think there is something wrong with their single friends? In … 26 aug, 11:06 p.m.
why living alone rules part 428 • Sugar-free Jell-O is awesome. It has ten calories, NO carbs, and I think it tastes great (although I realize I am so accustomed to low-cal, … 25 aug, 11:41 p.m.
opinions • I think net carbs are purely a marketing gimmick. I think all of the gymnastics judging controversy has tainted the spirit of the Olympics. I … 24 aug, 11:59 p.m.
mailbox of happiness • Mondays are always the best days for mail. I do not know if it is the holdover for Sunday or what, but there is always … 23 aug, 8:01 p.m.
it’s okay, lindsay lohan • Dear Lindsay Lohan, You cannot sing. I am sorry. You have a pleasant voice, but Britney Spears has a stronger sound than you do. Please … 22 aug, 10:50 p.m.
garden state • I saw Garden State last night. It was okay. I particularly disliked the ending, which felt forced in a Hollywood way. I have heard some … 21 aug, 9:50 p.m.
gymnastics • Yes, I am going to talk about the Olympics again. The gymnastics commentators are really driving me nuts tonight. Not only are they incredibly negative, … 19 aug, 11:34 p.m.
go paul hamm! • I had several topics I was deciding among to write about today, but I cannot get over what is happening on my television right now. … 18 aug, 11:51 p.m.
athens 2004 • I think it is cute they are giving everyone olive branch wreaths to wear. (Wreaths is a strange spelling. I had to look it up … 17 aug, 11:58 p.m.
goodbye capitals • It’s just the internet now. Although I played devil’s advocate today and argued the reasons why it used to be “the Internet,” having to capitalize … 16 aug, 11:59 p.m.
reasons my weekend was cooler than yours • My Aunt Penny, Uncle Mike, and cousins Andrew and Taylor came to visit. I hung out with Emma, and she is cooler than you. I … 15 aug, 6:33 p.m.
web design trends • So I was thinking today about web design, having been “on the Internet” for a disturbing number of years and whatnot. Trends come and go. … 13 aug, 11:18 p.m.
x-files • As you may or may not know, I used to be obsessed with The X-Files (much like half the people on the Internet). A little … 12 aug, 10:43 p.m.
ughhhhhhhhhh • I was halfway through my post when I accidentally hit a button somewhere on my browser, and I lost it. I am just too lazy … 11 aug, 11:43 p.m.
a thought • Earlier today I was thinking about paper shredders, and I came to the conclusion that at this point, they are pretty much useless. Even if … 10 aug, 11:42 p.m.
i’m a php geek • Today I used the mysqlaffectedrows() function for the first time. I was pretty excited at first, because I thought I was making my code more … 09 aug, 11:25 p.m.
shopping and naps • I exhausted myself shopping on Saturday. Emma was bound and determined to spend all of her birthday gift cards in one day. I do not … 08 aug, 10:52 p.m.
the good and the bad • The Good. Honestly, I did not plan on liking this CD. But, as I watched her writing and recording on her show, I could not … 07 aug, 11:55 p.m.
job titles • Today at work, I arbitrarily gave my self the title, Director of General Information. I think deliberately obscure and meaningless job titles are funny. IBM … 05 aug, 11:57 p.m.
movie ticket stubs • I try to keep all of my movie ticket stubs. I am not really sure why, I just have for a long time. I have … 04 aug, 11:53 p.m.
random product plug • Dove’s Deep Moisture Body Wash is the best body wash I have ever used (in recent memory, anyway). I can tell you why in three, … 03 aug, 11:18 p.m.
seventeen, geez • Happy Birthday, Emma! 03 aug, 10:23 a.m.
recent single song purchaes on itunes • “All At Sea” by Jamie Cullum Half of his album is covers, which I find a little cheesy, but I like this song. “Me and … 02 aug, 11:30 p.m.
Silly things I did this weekend • Watched probably every episode of the Ashlee Simpson Show. I blame MTV for scheduling a marathon. I want her album now. Mock me at will. … 01 aug, 10:50 p.m.
movie reviews for three-year-olds • The Village = good. The Manchurian Candidate = bad. Adjust your schedules accordingly. 31 jul, 11:58 p.m.
things i will probably never say • Shamelessly stolen from Colleen. “I want a dog.” “I work for the personal satisfaction, not the money.” “Nicole Kidman is my favorite actress.” “No, I … 29 jul, 11:58 p.m.
blogs i look up to • The following are some sites I look up to, and hope to be when I grow up. Hicksdesign, also known as the guy who brought … 28 jul, 11:26 p.m.
haha funny • Songs that amuse me lately: Usher, “Confessions Part II” This songs includes such lyrical marvels as, “My chick on the side said she got one … 27 jul, 10:25 p.m.
IMotD • Maura: yes! full house is on like all the time now. i love it. Jason: yuck Maura: full house rules! Jason: it hurts me to … 26 jul, 11:10 p.m.
living alone • Before I got my own apartment, I lived with a boy for a year and a half. We had our problems and differences, as all … 25 jul, 11:32 p.m.
bad things on the internet • Splash pages Why are you putting an extra step between me and your content? If there is an option to skip intro, I always do … 24 jul, 10:15 p.m.
a non-entry • I have nothing of interest to report at the current time. Sorry about that. 23 jul, 11:30 p.m.
back to school • I love back to school time. I love school supplies: pens, mechanical pencils, markers, notebooks, highlighters, whiteout, rulers. (I have also developed a subsequent love … 22 jul, 11:30 p.m.
at least that’s what you said • I overhauled my links page this evening. Nothing too exciting, but I had put off some much needed additions/deletions for quite some time. Okay, site … 21 jul, 10:11 p.m.
pos • My car is kind of annoying. Sure, it is old. Sure, it has been good to me in the five (gasp!) years I have owned … 20 jul, 11:52 p.m.
movies • Seen this weekend: I, Robot This movie was bad. It is an obvious rehash of Minority Report and AI. Of course, its purpose is not … 19 jul, 11:33 p.m.
kerry + edwards = otp • Have you noticed how comfortable John Kerry and John Edwards are with each other? Is it sweet or mildly disturbing? The jury is still out. … 18 jul, 11:41 p.m.
public service announcement • “Alot” is not a word. Please, cease and desist. (Off topic, that phrase is redundant.) You can use “a lot” if you must, but there … 17 jul, 9:07 p.m.
really • Martha Stewart gets five months. Come on. I thought we lived in a society where your celebrity status meant you could get away with criminal … 16 jul, 6:32 p.m.
commercials • You know what I love? Commercials. Why? They are absurd. Let me paint you a picture… Sweaty, tired guy goes to the medicine cabinet, realizing … 15 jul, 11:55 p.m.
hey i’m a cherry ghost • Wilco - A Ghost Is Born My love of this CD knows no bounds. Highlights: “Hummingbird,” “The Late Greats,” “Spiders (Kidsmoke),” “Theologians,” “I’m a Wheel.” … 14 jul, 11:43 p.m.
and the results are… • Somewhere there is a highly scientific breakdown of everyone’s answers to the last post. This is not it. Here is my highly speculative and inaccurate … 13 jul, 11:42 p.m.
which one are you? • I think you can tell a lot about a person via the following questions: Elvis or Beatles? Letterman or Leno? Britney or Christina? French or … 12 jul, 11:59 p.m.
entertain me • Does anyone want to go to an amusement park with me? Yeah, I know it is July, and it is super-hot, and I was just … 11 jul, 11:59 p.m.
anchorman • You should see Anchorman because it is funny and because I love Will Ferrell. “I’m Ron… Burgundy?” “Dammit! Who typed a question mark on the … 10 jul, 11:41 p.m.
i’m making myself sick typing this • Today, whilst shopping at Kroger, I was reminded of one of my archenemies. Yes, you have guessed it: Easy Cheese. Or, as I like to … 09 jul, 11:57 p.m.
languages • I think languages are really cool. I am completely in awe of people who are bilingual and trilingual. I took French in high school and … 08 jul, 11:30 p.m.
old pictures • I went through all of my old photos tonight, and here are a few I enjoyed. 07 jul, 11:57 p.m.
ode to bicarbonate of soda • I have touched on this before, but I really have a thing for baking soda. Weird, I know, but bear with me. Baking soda is … 06 jul, 11:28 p.m.
i’m floating away • Dear Mother Nature, What is going on with Summer of 2004, aka monsoon season? How did I piss you off? Is it necessary to pour … 05 jul, 11:48 p.m.
random list of cool things • Owen Wilson physics plants national health care undermounted sinks Joey/Pacey fireworks swimming the word”insatiable” water 04 jul, 10:11 p.m.
“coke me up” • Saturday, in numbers: 1 Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban viewing (number three, which will be it until the dvd) 3 (at least) episodes … 03 jul, 11:49 p.m.
adam sandler • I am not sure if anyone knows this, but I am secretly in love with Adam Sandler. He is adorable, funny, college-educated, and Jewish to … 02 jul, 11:57 p.m.
alternate careers • In the future, I may consider one of the following careers: Superhero. It would be important that I be able to fly. And helping people … 01 jul, 11:56 p.m.
let me know • If you were building your own CMS (content management system) for blogs, what features would you want? 30 jun, 11:59 p.m.
grrr… • Two name-related things I may kill you for doing: Get married and hyphenate your new husband’s name with your own. Your name or his. Pick … 29 jun, 11:19 p.m.
movies • I saw White Chicks and Fahrenheit 9/11 this weekend. I will let you decide which one I liked better. Ready? Go. 28 jun, 11:56 p.m.
boredom + walmart next to gym = hair dye • The before… …and the after. It is kind of subtle. It was initially more shocking, but I shampooed the shockingness right out. 27 jun, 10:20 p.m.
oh britney • I am convinced when you become famous, your IQ drops 50 points. In Britney Spears’s case, this is surely an understatement. Britney Spears is engaged … 26 jun, 8:51 p.m.
love or money? • This is how my paycheck came today: You probably cannot read it, but also in this picture is my post-it note from Meredith that reads, … 25 jun, 4:28 p.m.
trudging through • Have I told you my latest project? I am listening to all of the dormant music on my iPod. Since I almost only put full … 24 jun, 11:17 p.m.
censorship • I watched Good Will Hunting tonight on a random basic cable station, and of course it was edited. I have actually seen it several times … 23 jun, 11:59 p.m.
things I have in common with celebrities • I have an eating disorder, too. And I am definitely the more competitive of the twins. I did not marry the guy I met on … 22 jun, 11:59 p.m.
gmail (you knew it was coming) • So I have Gmail account. When Winn asked me how I got one, and I said, “I’m cool,” he did not seem to believe me. … 21 jun, 11:21 p.m.
other kids are living my childhood • On Sunday afternoons/evenings I try to do things that will make my life that week a little easier. This usually involves laundry, cleaning, grocery shopping, … 20 jun, 10:12 p.m.
pictures that are related to music • 19 jun, 11:55 p.m.
saved • Did I ever mention I saw Saved!? Well, I did. It started out strong then kind of fizzled. It is a religious satire/teen comedy, and … 18 jun, 11:57 p.m.
five minutes to midnight • I try to post every day. Of course there are sometimes circumstances beyond my control, but usually between eleven and midnight it is a crunch … 17 jun, 11:58 p.m.
happy birthday, mom! • Today was my Mom’s birthday. You wouldn’t believe me if I told you how old she is; she’s practically a teenager. Happy Birthday, Mom! 16 jun, 10:11 p.m.
bonnaroo, in snippets (possibly a multi-entry endeavor) • What’s worse, driving rain or searing sun? I still haven’t decided. If mud is good for your skin (mud masks, mud baths), I’m going to … 15 jun, 11:54 p.m.
bonnaroo • Great music… …miserable conditions. 14 jun, 10:23 p.m.
it’s just a ride • Nothing much going on here. Just preparing to spend the weekend with 100,000 strangers and an array of musical acts. You will hear from me … 09 jun, 11:37 p.m.
search queries 2 • Continuing yesterday’s entry… Query: a sleazy hitman to whack you Wow. What did I do to piss you off? Okay, this is because of this … 08 jun, 11:58 p.m.
search queries • I get a lot of really interesting search query referrers. Four years of semi-daily textual nonsense will do that to you. For the sake of … 07 jun, 8:31 p.m.
ronald reagan • Do you think it is a little strange/disturbing/morbid that we are shuttling Ronald Reagan’s corpse around the country in the coming week? I do. 06 jun, 11:43 p.m.
harry potter • So, here is what I think, completely without spoilers. From a book-purist angle, Prisoner of Azkaban left a lot to be desired. That is the … 05 jun, 11:43 p.m.
yuppie • This morning I woke up, got into my car, went to the gym, and had a long, brisk walk while listening to my iPod and … 04 jun, 7:23 p.m.
weblog entry • For a wild and crazy change of pace, I thought I would make a weblog entry, you know, with links and stuff. Here goes. Sprint … 03 jun, 10:54 p.m.
happy birthday to my domain • It kind of slipped my mind (thank goodness for automatic renewal), but notmyself.com turned two years old on Saturday, May 29th. Prior to this domain, … 02 jun, 11:58 p.m.
now i’d walk through blizzards just to get us back together • And so it is June. I am floored. 2004 is the fastest year ever. Think of it: 2004 is almost halfway over. It seems like … 01 jun, 11:41 p.m.
i love movies that buck the system • I saw Super Size Me this morning, at 11.15 no less! (Side note: seeing movies before noon is wonderful and highly efficient, as it allows … 29 may, 11:57 p.m.
the day after tomorrow • What can I say? This movie was horrendously, impossibly, and deliciously bad. I could write a small novel about the inherent problems with The Day … 28 may, 11:39 p.m.
great things i’ve heard lately • “My perfect boyfriend would be secure enough in his masculinity to wear pink… But he wouldn’t.” - Meredith “Oh, Shrek. Don’t worry. Things just seem … 27 may, 11:58 p.m.
the usual • This morning I accompanied my boss Chris and my boss Joseph to Starbuck’s for coffee. I had heard they go there often, but I had … 26 may, 11:59 p.m.
10 things i don’t like • Pulling the last square of toilet paper off the roll. The girl upstairs who plays her music way too loud late at night. Doing dishes, … 25 may, 11:57 p.m.
food poisoning • Something I ate for dinner upset my stomach so much that I ended up taking two separate naps this evening (and no gym). It was … 24 may, 11:07 p.m.
sunday, in numbers • 2: Showers taken. 50: Minutes spent at gym. 5: Chapters of The Da Vinci Code read. 1: Alias season finale watched. 4: loads of laundry … 23 may, 11:51 p.m.
10 things that make me happy • Spending money at the Yankee Candle store. My betta fish, Indiana. (Still living!) Knowing my Bonnaroo ticket is waiting for me in the leasing office. … 22 may, 11:59 p.m.
9 to 5 • It was an exciting week. Eh, no, not really. I have found that I do not use exciting to describe my day/week/weekend much since I … 21 may, 10:35 p.m.
the spongebob squarepants movie! • Since the beginning of time, mankind has searched for answers to the big questions. Where did we come from? Is there life after death? Are … 20 may, 11:53 p.m.
old cds • Today I bought old CDs, because I am cool like that. The Verve - Urban Hymns Yo La Tengo - I Can Hear the Heart … 19 may, 11:57 p.m.
gilmore girls • I’d say something cool and witty, but I’m still pretty much over the moon about the Luke/Lorelai kiss on tonight’s Gilmore Girls, and I can’t … 18 may, 11:57 p.m.
things we’re known for • Nashville - the music city. New York City - the big apple. Philadelphia - the city of brotherly love. Chicago - the windy city. Denver … 17 may, 11:50 p.m.
sunday downtown • Today was Meredith’s last day in Tennessee (until June anyway). We spent some time downtown and by the river and had a fabulous (vegan!) lunch. … 16 may, 11:34 p.m.
saturday in the park • 15 may, 3:32 p.m.
let the good times commence! • Yay! Meredith comes tomorrow! What are your plans for the weekend? 13 may, 9:48 p.m.
politics != entertainment • You know what I find disturbing? CNN.com is having a contest to guess who John Kerry will pick as his running mate. Like it’s fantasy … 12 may, 11:45 p.m.
make fun of me at will • I have a confession to make. I saw New York Minute. It was awful. It was a great excuse for popcorn and soda and candy, … 11 may, 11:51 p.m.
this and that • I feel like such a moron, because even after yesterday’s entry I absentmindedly got on I-40 tonight to go home. It was slow, there was … 10 may, 11:25 p.m.
spontaneous gymness • So tonight I was driving back to Knoxville from Nashville, and I was pretty pleased with myself because I was making really good time and … 09 may, 11:53 a.m.
from my car • Dear Maura, I understand that it’s summer now. I know you’re hot. Believe me, I’m hot, too. I’m the one who is outside all day, … 08 may, 7:07 p.m.
credit cards • I get three to four credit card offers in the mail a week, easily. At first it was Providian. They were dying to give me … 07 may, 11:16 p.m.
Electoral College • You know what has always bothered me? The Electoral College. It bothers me that even though the foundation of our government is the equality of … 06 may, 11:43 p.m.
the “news” • I so love Knoxville. Really. Okay, not really. One of the things that amuses me greatly about Knoxville is the nightly news. (I’m sure I’d … 05 may, 11:59 p.m.
work • On Monday at work I watched Finding Nemo. What’s your job like? 04 may, 11:51 p.m.
i’ve got it • I know how I’m going to make a million dollars. I’m going to write a book. Here’s the story. First, we have a girl, our … 03 may, 11:47 p.m.
alias, and other sunday festivities • I am sad because I have no one to talk about Alias with, thus I will talk about it with you. Quickly. Lauren with rocket … 02 may, 11:30 p.m.
lindsay lohan day • Today, May 1st, 2004 was officially Lindsay Lohan Day. First, very early this morning, Lindsay Lohan was on Conan O’Brien. They talked about their mutual … 01 may, 11:38 p.m.
potential post topics • Things I could have, and may someday, post about: Why 11.15 PM is my new favorite time of day. Why I need a new purse, … 30 apr, 11:38 p.m.
letters • I finished Good in Bed by Jennifer Weiner today. I will describe this book in words and phrases that begin with F: fluff, fat, false … 29 apr, 11:58 p.m.
happy birthday, audra! • My sister Audra is 11 today. Yikes. Happy Birthday, Audra! 28 apr, 7:44 a.m.
words i’ve enjoyed lately • bereft adj. 1. Deprived of something. 2. Lacking something needed or expected. acumen n. Quickness, accuracy, and keenness of judgment or insight. automagically adj. Acting … 27 apr, 11:18 p.m.
damn, that’s a lot of books • After work, I went to McKay’s Used Books and CDs to buy one, maybe two, books for gym reading, since I’m out. Well, when all … 26 apr, 11:50 p.m.
title of entry • Unexpected things that happened this weekend: I served carbonated beverages to high school girls. I woke up before 10.00am on Saturday. Emma jumped on the … 25 apr, 11:38 p.m.
prom • It’s Emma’s prom. Aren’t they cute? 24 apr, 7:46 p.m.
haha funny • “You know, it’s things like this that make you think Tennessee just might be another planet.” Dad, while watching the Miss Fairview High School pageant … 23 apr, 11:55 p.m.
ordinary things are more interesting in photoshop • Apparently I haven’t learned my lesson, because I bought another betta today (not from Petsmart). I am simultaneously keeping alive a floor plant, bamboo, and … 22 apr, 11:46 p.m.
where’d it go? • It was mentioned to me tonight that I have lost my wit. I pondered this revelation for a minute and decided it to be true. … 21 apr, 11:49 p.m.
hmm yeah • I’m watching Jay Leno because Letterman is a repeat. I’m wondering why Jessica Simpson’s line of body care products are only available at Sephora. Damnit, … 20 apr, 11:59 p.m.
i’m an indian princess • My bedroom in my apartment is pretty generous. It’s 14’ by 13.5’. Anyway, when I first moved in, I thought, I have to fill this … 19 apr, 10:02 p.m.
alias • Okay, wow. Here’s a really cool thing about this weekend. On Friday night, I watched The Bride (aka Uma Thurman) KILL BILL (aka David Carradine). … 18 apr, 11:50 p.m.
Angela Chase is my hero • I’m watching My So-Called Life right now. I adored this show. Remember how everything Angela said was completely dead on and exactly how you felt? … 17 apr, 10:50 p.m.
sometimes my posts suck • I forgot to mention this, but like two weeks ago I uploaded all of my pictures from the PHP|Cruise and Disneyworld. You can check them … 16 apr, 12:01 a.m.
a series of short, open letters • To: Clothing Retailers Re: Only carrying cropped pants Am I the only woman in America who wants pants that go all the way down to … 15 apr, 1:44 a.m.
this entry is rated pg-13 by your mom • I was waiting in line at Kroger tonight and I noticed the guy in front of me was buying a pregnancy test. Internally, I giggled. … 14 apr, 1:01 a.m.
i’m anal, and i admit it • I’m anal, and I admit it. Here are some examples of my anal-ness: Prior to very recently, I only put full albums on my iPod, … 12 apr, 9:53 p.m.
saturday • Last night Allen and I saw Jersey Girl. I was very pleased. It was very sweet but still had a lot of Kevin Smith in … 10 apr, 11:15 p.m.
tough times • Wow. Being at home for the weekend is rough. Really rough. The food is free, and the laundry is free. I have nifty flannel sheets … 09 apr, 9:20 p.m.
“sounds of summer” or “where’d that screen come from?” • 09 apr, 2:43 a.m.
IMotD (in lieu of an actual entry) • Elisha: I’m now totally dating the very tall jewish italian architecture major. Maura: THE very tall jewish italian architecture major? Maura: wait wait Maura: is … 07 apr, 1:41 a.m.
blown eggs • One of the things I’ve always wanted to do is to “blow out” eggs to dye for Easter. I’ve dyed many a hard-boiled egg, but … 06 apr, 1:41 a.m.
hahaha • Dear Howie, Oh man. Oh man! What were you thinking? I think I’d be disappointed in you if I weren’t laughing so hard. My favorite … 04 apr, 8:30 p.m.
surreal experiences • Today has been a day of surreal experiences. My first surreal experience happened while I was perusing some old mix CDs in the hopes of … 04 apr, 1:37 a.m.
manicure • I want to get a manicure. Yeah, you heard me. I have been mostly not biting my nails since December, and I’m very proud of … 02 apr, 12:43 a.m.
IMotD • (Slightly edited, but only for clarity and the gratuitous use of “SOOO!”) Maura: i want to see the girl next door SOOO BAD. Maura: SOOO … 31 mar, 1:12 a.m.
massachusetts • As some of you know, I grew up in Massachusetts. My family moved to Tennessee when I was twelve. There are plenty of things I … 30 mar, 1:02 a.m.
the one where i display my fashion sciolism • There are many, many fashion trends that I fail to understand. Here are a few of my current ones: Jelly purses. (Example.) Yes, that means … 28 mar, 10:27 a.m.
my dad is cooler than your dad • Today is my Dad’s birthday! He is very, very young today. Happy Birthday, Dad!!! 27 mar, 12:31 a.m.
let me give you my honest opinion • American Idol Finalists: you ALL suck. The Apprentice: okay, yeah, Katrina needed to go. But Amy was the obvious fire this evening. I don’t know … 25 mar, 11:57 p.m.
BONNAROO • I’m torn. To Bonnaroo, or not to Bonnaroo? That is the question. I can’t decide. Three days without a shower is a little daunting. Weigh … 24 mar, 11:37 p.m.
personal frustrations • I don’t read enough books. I don’t write enough. I am disgusted with my music collection. I am disgusted with my taste in music. I … 24 mar, 3:21 a.m.
IMotD • Meredith: it makes you sound like…i dunno, stock or something. Maura: yeah Meredith: “in nasdaq today, the M-A-U-M-A-U went up 1.3 %…” Maura: yeah, the … 22 mar, 11:46 p.m.
it’s like a list entry, but it’s not • I had a nice weekend. Did you have a nice weekend? I did. I had Italian, Mexican, and pizza. I saw two movies that I … 21 mar, 7:25 p.m.
a post where i talk about a movie (shocker!) • Tonight I saw Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. On the way home from this movie, I planned an amazing, unbiased post with my reaction. … 20 mar, 1:19 a.m.
another list entry • Things I am obsessed with, right now: Alias Being mad because tonight’s Apprentice was a flashback episode Cleaning my apartment iChat Alias Dannon’s Light ‘n … 18 mar, 11:10 p.m.
things i don’t understand • Why I don’t get my iTunes New Music Tuesdays email until usually late in the evening on Tuesday. (Today it was at 9.49 PM.) Thanks, … 17 mar, 12:24 a.m.
sunday morning • My version of reading the paper on Sunday morning. 15 mar, 1:38 a.m.
my weekend thus far, in numbers • Movies viewed: 3.5 Movies viewed featuring Owen Wilson: 1 Oscar-winning movies viewed that actually sucked: 1 Loads of laundry washed: 2 (I’m behind) Cute, pastel-colored, … 13 mar, 11:19 p.m.
yeah, you know • I am watching 10 Things I Hate About You, and I’m not afraid to admit it. I love this movie. That’s all for now. 11 mar, 10:33 p.m.
same old, same old • Post-cruise, I’m back to another boring week of work. Of course I’m incredibly backed up, so that’s always fun. Going to the gym after taking … 10 mar, 4:47 p.m.
“epcot” or “brandon and i geeked it up” • I got home from my trip a little while ago, and I am so tired it’s not even funny. I can’t believe I am still … 07 mar, 5:14 a.m.
“magic kingdom” or “my friday was cooler than yours” • 05 mar, 10:21 p.m.
nassau • Yesterday: Nassau. Today: day at sea, full day of conferences. 04 mar, 12:16 p.m.
private island • In case you were wondering what a PHP conference looks like, here you go: 02 mar, 5:52 p.m.
slow, satellite internet • And so I am here. I was going to post about the experience so far in the form of a haiku, but I am lost … 02 mar, 11:42 a.m.
cruise • (Meredith and I are conversing about razors.) Maura: I have decided I’m going to buy an electric razor. With the money I spend on blades … 29 feb, 1:51 a.m.
use the medical term please • I can’t tell you how much it annoys me when adults use childish slang terms and phrases to refer to the less visible parts of … 26 feb, 11:42 p.m.
marriage • Dear George W Bush, Regarding your statement today, I am amused particularly by your assertion that we need to protect the sanctity of marriage. Is … 24 feb, 7:49 p.m.
withholding information • Here are some things in my life that you may not have known prior to this post, because sometimes I’m a Scorpio like that. In … 22 feb, 12:33 a.m.
lame excuse for a post • I am disturbed by the recent deluge of apologies. I don’t need to hear anything about Janet Jackson’s Superbowl performance, Outkast’s Grammy performance, or Conan … 20 feb, 12:14 a.m.
pain • I pulled a muscle in my back at the gym tonight. It hurt very badly. I was in the weirdest position ever on the floor … 18 feb, 12:22 a.m.
personal space • Like anyone else I’d imagine, I prefer to keep a modicum of personal space about myself at all times. I’ve come across people who don’t … 17 feb, 12:52 a.m.
ode to my ipod • Today I bring you reasons why my iPod is better than a boyfriend: My iPod only listens to the music I want to listen to. … 13 feb, 12:33 a.m.
fishies part 2 • Yes, the ugly rumor is true. One of my bettas is already dead. It was the blue one, my mellow one, “Rain” if you will. … 11 feb, 1:46 a.m.
fishies • Say hello to my new friends: They don’t photograph terribly well, but these are my two new bettas. Still trying to think of names. The … 10 feb, 9:25 a.m.
menopause • I think I’m going through menopause. No, really. I’m hot one minute, and I’m cold the next. Hot cold hot cold. Sweater on, sweater off. … 08 feb, 1:13 a.m.
dial a song • My copy of Dial A Song: 20 Years of They Might Be Giants came today, and since I’ve ripped everything into iTunes I’ve been bombarded … 06 feb, 5:13 p.m.
um, no • So you may have seen the commercials. I certainly have. From the people who brought you “Sweet Home Alabama,” they say. Diane Lane, they herald. … 04 feb, 11:06 p.m.
superbowl • So, let’s talk about the Superbowl. But let’s not talk about Janet Jackson. Let’s talk about how I actually, honestly enjoyed Beyoncé’s Star-Spangled Banner. Or … 02 feb, 11:53 p.m.
movies this weekend part 2 • After The Perfect Test, Emma and I decided to continue on with our Scarlett Johansson day and saw Girl with a Pearl Earring on Saturday … 02 feb, 1:15 a.m.
movies this weekend part 1 • Last night, Emma and I rented Thirteen. If you hadn’t heard, this movie is “a partially autobiographical film about Nikki Reed’s rebellious life as a … 31 jan, 8:36 p.m.
forgive me while i act like a girl for a minute • After a stunning culinary masterpiece at Applebee’s this evening, I ventured over to the mall to find some overpriced product to soothe and moisturize my … 29 jan, 1:31 a.m.
lame • Okay, that last post was like the lamest post ever. (And that sentence was the most valley-girl sentence ever.) I seriously did not expect to … 28 jan, 1:44 a.m.
comment spam • I’ve recently been the unwilling victim of comment spam. This is such a widespread issue that there is now a new release of Movable Type … 27 jan, 12:46 a.m.
the one where i talk about fruit roll-ups • I have a new vice, and my new vice is the fruit roll-up. They make me feel like a kid, and I can honestly say … 25 jan, 1:29 a.m.
state of the union • To the people (mostly Democrats, probably) who clapped (completely out of turn) when George W. Bush said that the Patriot Act is set to expire … 20 jan, 10:08 p.m.
moore and clark • I was on the phone last night (until my battery ran out) with Emma, having a completely one-sided political discussion (as Emma has no political … 20 jan, 10:57 a.m.
haircut • I got my hair cut this morning (all, of them, actually), and I can’t remember a time that I’ve been so pleased with the results. … 17 jan, 9:28 p.m.
happy birthday, joseph! • Today is my boss Joseph’s birthday. I made him this cake: Happy Birthday, Joseph! 15 jan, 4:46 p.m.
IMotD • Emma: I came up with an new acronym today. Emma: ADIDASS Emma: All Day I Dream About Spider Solitaire Emma: I just close my eyes … 14 jan, 10:31 p.m.
the bens • Since I’m on the Ben Folds mailing list, I got several emails touting the release of The Bens EP, the side project from Ben Folds, … 13 jan, 1:31 p.m.
a couple of open letters • To the Tennessee Titans: I must say I am very disappointed about Saturday’s game. The amount of penalties you guys racked up was just obscene. … 12 jan, 12:52 a.m.
IMotD • IM of the Day… I’m bringing it back. Winn: hey i wrote a new porn groove Maura: hahahaha awesome Maura: if there’s anything you want … 07 jan, 3:54 p.m.
cold • I’m becoming one of those cold girls. You know, the kind that get cold in 65 degree weather, have the heat running constantly in the … 06 jan, 11:11 p.m.
new year’s eve • About, oh, a week and a half ago, Elisha, Adam, Meredith, and I decided it would be fun to spend New Year’s Eve together. So … 03 jan, 2:01 a.m.
old people • Happy Birthday, Brandon! 02 jan, 7:03 p.m.
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