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Stuff for my (future) apartment
This entire moving out situation has been quite an experience. Each paycheck, I’ve been devoting a nominal amount of funds towards things for my place such as kitchen utensils, cleaning supplies, etc. I recently got the most adorable tea kettle from World Market, as well as a rolling pin for $1.29. I’ve been learning that just because something is a dollar, that doesn’t make it the best deal! I was telling my friend Kym last weekend about a deal I got on flatware at Walmart. For $1, you can get 4 forks (or knives or spoons) at Dollar Tree – but at Walmart, you can get 6 pieces instead for the same amount. I got this set of stainless steel mixing bowls tonight as well as a stylish paper towel holder and some glass containers for coffee and sugar.
My brother and the bus
Earlier last week as I was boarding the 94 to work, I was zoning out listening to my iPod when someone sat down next to me. I just happened to glance over and I realized it was my youngest brother, Michael! “Oh my gosh, what are you doing?” I said to him. “Going to school,” he said nonchalantly. Apparently, he had walked right in front of me but I wasn’t paying attention. Currently, he’s been in this summer program with his high school that gives students some experience of the corporate world. He’s been learning about first impressions (i.e., firm handshake, eye contact, dress) and even got some interviewing experience. Friday was his last day.
Worship band
On Monday night, I went to my friend’s church for worship practice. He’s been playing bass for a while now, and has been playing with his church’s worship band. I didn’t think they would make me play with them, but it was a real practice for me! That’s the first time I have ever played with other instruments. We played a few songs that I hadn’t heard of before; I’m sure the worship leader is still traumatized by it. =) Fortunately, the week prior I had downloaded a bunch of sheet music with songs that I’m familiar with. I was able to play a couple of them, which the band got right into. We played “Still” and “Lord, I Give You My Heart”. It was sooo awesome … I’m not sure if I’m ready to make that kind of commitment yet, so we’ll see what happens.
My dream
Several nights ago I had the worst dream about Hawaii! It was a TRUE nightmare. My trip is coming up in just a couple weeks, so I’m excited but a bit anxious … Anyway, in my dream, I had just boarded the airplane and was sitting in my seat. I turned on my iPod and suddenly realized a shocking truth: “Oh my gosh, I didn’t fully charge my iPod!” I remember exclaiming. “What am I going to do?? What am I going to listen to for five hours????” I remember feeling panicky and totally freaked out. So I got off the plane, called my mom and asked her to pick me up so I could go home and charge my iPod. When I got home, I was charging it for a LONG time – but when I got back to the airport, the plane was still waiting for me. I got on the plane and then everything was okay. When I woke up the next morning, I just had to laugh: the only two things that have ever scared me about going to Hawaii were being in the air for such a long time and seeing cockroaches. When I told a co-worker of mine the story, she suggested that I was sure attached to my iPod … I guess so!
Black hair
Lately, it seems like everyone has made a comment about how dark my hair is. Seriously. Everyone. “Is that your natural color?” “Your hair is really black!” “Did you color your hair lately?” It seems my hair appears much darker to people than they can reckon. I think it’s rather funny that these comments are happening all at once, by people from various parts of my life. Best friend, co-workers, church folk … Strange.
Dancing with the Stars
Thank goodness for family-friendly reality shows such as “Dancing With the Stars”. I am totally addicted to that show! It’s because Joey McIntyre is so darn cute. I was sooo depressed that he didn’t make it to the next round. Oh well, it’s still such a fun show to watch – it’s made me interested in learning ballroom dancing one day!
Ruining my other brother’s special moment
The other day ago when I was parking in front of my house, I spotted my other brother and his girlfriend talking in her car. I came up to his window and started talking to them, and then whispering something about the neighborhood and then leaving. Joey looked somewhat embarrassed, which is a sign I have officially become old in my sibling’s eyes. Actually, that moment came when I overheard my sister and Michael talking about all these bands I had never heard of before. Gulp …
Maude
I have a co-worker whose name rhymes with Maude, who I promised I would write about in my blog. He is the director of photography at the ad agency I work at, and he is a very nice middle-aged man. He always jokes about giving him a salary increase or at least extra money on his next paycheck. I then shake my head in disappointment and change the subject. Several months ago, I brought up blogging and I found out that he had never seen a blog before. Sure, he tried to cover it up by saying “Oh, I think I know what you’re talking about” but everyone within a mile’s radius could tell he didn’t know. I told him that blogging is an extremely popular, effective and well-used communication tool that has seriously influenced pop culture. Thanks to the virtual blogosphere, everyone is a pundit whether their weapon of choice is politics or their cat Sammy’s lame tricks. Blogs are a modern-day solution to grassroots organizations or other individuals that need a communication channel but don’t have the bucks for corporate advertising campaigns. I also told him blogs are being used by companies to keep their ever-vigilant consumers and other stakeholders up to date. Maude seemed somewhat amused, but more concerned about getting some air time on my blog. So, this one’s for you, Maude – you will never see this blog because it’s kept top secret from all of my co-workers so you’ll just have to take my word that I posted it.
Where’s George?
Thursday, June 30th I got extremely lucky Cost Plus as I was returning the tea kettle I mentioned earlier (found a similar one at Fred Meyer for $4 less). One of the bills that the cashier gave me was registered with wheresgeorge.com! I remember reading about this in the paper but never thought I would come across such a bill. Basically, this website tracks registered bills and even gives fun little statistics such as average miles traveled per day. The $1 that I got was last reported in Murrieta, CA. Since I’m a huge dork, I only plan on giving this dollar to an equally cool person who will actually participate. You don’t have to log in to the website to report the bill’s serial number, but if you plan on getting reports on its future status (yes, I really have nothing better to do) you do have to set up a free account.
HITCH
On Friday, July 1st I hung out with my BFF – we went to Clackamas town center, then went to Taco Bell for something to eat. Since I had only a slice of pizza that day, I was completely ravenous at TB. I devoured four tacos and two apple pies – if it hadn’t been for the pies, I probably would have eaten more. We rented the movie Hitch and totally loved it! It was really funny and cute.
I MIGHT BE MOVING NEXT MONTH!!!!!!!!
This is so cool, it deserves its own separate blog. Please scroll up …
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