December 2008
On the upside:
A new medication I’m taking is severely curbing my appetite. I can subsist on literally one small meal a day. I’m not hungry for breakfast—and I’m a breakfast person. I don’t crave caffeine either, which is shocking considering my sugar-free Red Bull/coffee habit.
My body is unrecognizable! I must watch Anthony Bourdain to try and get my legendary appetite back! I...
Commuting woes.
I’m trying to decide the most advantageous method of commuting to my new job in downtown DC.
I can either drive to a MetroRail station and park there for the day, or walk to the bus stop near my apartment and take itt to a MetroRail station and then go into the city from there.
I think I’ll probably do the bus thing: it’s cheaper, more relaxing (I don’t have to drive in...
Post-Christmas!
I had a wonderful Christmas—if a bit rushed. The day went by fast, but it was lovely and I enjoyed spending time with my future in-laws. Brandon surprised me with a new camera, something I’ve been wanting for months. I got him a car GPS system, so now he won’t get lost (thank god).
I’ll post pictures later, but I’m just enjoying relaxing and reading.
My poor little sis!
She’s got the flu—real bad. I wish I could be home to take care of her. Send her a get-well note by e-mail (jeralyndwile[at]gmail[dot]com)!
A new job for the New Year!
I’m psyched—and relieved.
(P.S. Thanks for the advice; it worked!)
“What?????!!!! Is Oprah freaking kidding me? Does she NOT realize that those of...”
– My sister, a server, freaked out when I told her that on Oprah’s “Financial Crisis 101” show, the big “O” told the audience to tip only 10% in order to save money.
Perspectives.
I have a couple of important interviews this week, and I remembered a few hours ago about Marco’s post regarding interviewing (which he wrote in response to Lindsay).
Thanks to his advice, I’m going to go in confidently and with a smile on my face.
“This is Top Chef not Top Scallop.”
– Fabio from Top Chef: New York in reference to his colleague who has a mild obsession with scallops. (via mufti)
This was the highlight of the show for me.
How convenient!
That Brandon (i.e. the groom) had to work and could not make the trip to Virginia for the wedding planning/stress extravaganza that has been the past 72 hours! Excellent! I sound manic, yes?!
Country living.
It is strangely comforting to be home in Virginia, with the smell of manure wafting in the breeze and cows making random moo-ing sounds in the night. I can see all the stars, and it’s a pity I don’t know their names (except for the Big Dipper, and everyone knows what that looks like). The restaurants close at 9, and a car goes by every 20 minutes or so. It’s eerily calm, and I...
Night.
I love to sleep with a fan blowing directly on my body.
I can’t sleep in pants, long sleeves or socks.
I like to have some water by my bed in case I get thirsty.
I check to ensure I’ve set the alarm clock at least twice before I can shut my eyes.
Confessions from Highschool - A Boarding...
forgottenclass:
Things I loved
Claires - my go to place for lip gloss and jewelry
Burger King’s egg and cheese croissant breakfast sandwich - +tomatoes and mayo please.
Every Eminem CD that came out - a source of embarrassment now yes
“Town” days - when freedom was just in arms reach
Friday night vespers “after vespers singing session”- the opportune time to sneak out with current squeeze
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Still at work.
Yay for twelve hour work-days.
Hey Google!
Could you please develop a Gmail Tasks iPhone app? That would be a great Christmas present! (From you to me.)
Brand List Part Deux.
For groceries you can afford that are still healthy, pick Trader Joe’s.
For amazing Mexican food in the Shenandoah Valley, pick Jalisco.
For the best book on the Civil War, pick The Killer Angels.
For reality TV that won’t make you want to kill yourself, pick Top Chef.
For clothing that looks a lot more expensive than it is, pick Go International for Target.
For men’s...
Microrant.
Good god, you’re needy! Get a hold of yourself! You sound like a crazy person!
None of my friends/acquaintances/anyone I’ve ever talked to/anyone I know were harmed in the writing of this microrant.
HAPPY THURSDAY.
Tres interesante.
Last night Brandon took me out to dinner to celebrate my last day of real (quote/unquote) school. I was fairly positive our server (an older gentleman) was drunk, but Brandon was skeptical. He put forth the possibility that this server may have had a stroke. I stuck with my original theory. Only until the server handed us the check and said, “I’m so proud of you!” straight to me...
My brand list (1.0)
Inspired by Jakob Lodwick.
For almost everything, pick Target.
For fashion magazines, read Lucky.
For buying books online, use Alibris.
For keeping track of your life, pick a Moleskine daily planner.
For casual and fun gaming, pick a Wii or a Nintendo DS.
For wedding planning, pick Bride Ideas: A Creative Wedding Journal and List Maker.
For excellent flute music, pick Julius Baker.
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No more wedding secrets!
I see my mom is busy at work (cough).