of a white Christmas. With all the snow that has happened in the Northeast, it looks like it might be a white Christmas after all. I can remember snow on Christmas as a kid. Bundling up to go to my paternal grandmothers for breakfast and presents and having to trudge through the snow. I can remember watching my younger cousins play in the snow and build snowmen. It's been a long time since I can remember having a white Christmas, well with more than just a little dusting of snow.
I'm hoping that upstate has some snow still so it's white. I would love for my nephews to grow up and have memories of white Christmases. After all, that's part of the holiday charm growing up in the Northeast - otherwise, we should just move to Miami and put up a tree and bask in the sunshine! =)
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Banking...
Mergers, divestment's, buy-outs...no matter what it's not customer service as usual. I thought I had a great bank with great customer service. I thought things were looking good when they merged. Then the systems merged, and screwed with my access to my money, and my money itself. Then the customer service started to slack. Now the latest is that they can't explain simple math.
If I am charged $83.44 AUD and refunded the same $83.44 on the same day, and they both process the same day with the same exchange rate, how is my refund less than the purchase? When you tell me that I need to talk to my VISA provider and I point out that YOU, indeed are my VISA provider you don't get to say that it's a problem with the merchant's VISA provider. Why would I need to talk to my provider (until you found out that it is you) if it is their provider? Why if the transactions are processed on the same day is my refund $.80 less? It's not even the $.80 that bothers me at this point. If you can't explain your policies to me, and even a supervisor cannot get this right, how do I trust you anymore.
Trapped with everything that is direct debit or deposit...but banks really need to improve...this is maddness!!!!
If I am charged $83.44 AUD and refunded the same $83.44 on the same day, and they both process the same day with the same exchange rate, how is my refund less than the purchase? When you tell me that I need to talk to my VISA provider and I point out that YOU, indeed are my VISA provider you don't get to say that it's a problem with the merchant's VISA provider. Why would I need to talk to my provider (until you found out that it is you) if it is their provider? Why if the transactions are processed on the same day is my refund $.80 less? It's not even the $.80 that bothers me at this point. If you can't explain your policies to me, and even a supervisor cannot get this right, how do I trust you anymore.
Trapped with everything that is direct debit or deposit...but banks really need to improve...this is maddness!!!!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
I'm not paying 100% of my state taxes anymore!
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Before I begin my Abolish Seafood Law, I have another important matter to discuss.
I'd like to know, officially, what percentage of a New York State citizen I am. It's not 100% since I don't have all the rights that heterosexual citizens of the state do. I ask, because, in this fiscally challenged world we live in, I'm trying to eliminate expenses. Since I'm not 100% a citizen, I don't think I should have to pay 100% of my New York State taxes until I am. So, Senator - what percent of a citizen of this once great state am I? Answer that carefully. If you think I should have to pay 100% of my state taxes, then you should have given me 100% of the rights I deserve. Until then, I think it only fair that I pay a portion of my taxes, and YOU can figure out how to balance the state budget!
Since we are voting on the way people can and cannot live their lives, and we are using the Bible as our platform, here's my proposal. Since you believe in the Bible, and used that as your rationale for voting against the Same Sex Marriage Bill, I'd like you to introduce a bill that would make catching, serving or merely eating seafood illegal.
The "Moral Majority" or the "Christian Right" is putting my rights on the voting block and telling America that the Bible says Homosexuality is a sin, and that we homosexuals aren't deserving of the same rights and protections as everyone else. They frequently reference Leviticus as their claim that homosexuality is against God. (even though, it should be pointed out that God is about love, but we won't go there.)
In that same book, Leviticus, comes the verse: “Anything living in the water that does not have fins or scales is to be detestable to you” (Leviticus 11:12) If we are to believe the Moral Majority and the Christian Right and are citing Leviticus as our rule of law, then, seriously, let's have at it! If we, truly are waging wars against the sin and depravity in this nation, then let's wage that war against all of it. Seafood is out! Sorry. Simply has to go! Hope you aren't too attached to those lobsters - you simply can't eat them!
I say we put it to a vote. Let's make it a referendum, state by state to take seafood off of America's table! You can lead the charge and start it all off here in New York. You've already helped to prove that Iowa is more progressive than we are, so let's set the state back even further.
Let's advocate kicking the crap out of anyone who eats seafood. You could preach a sermon about it! Caught leaving a seafood restaurant? Well, you will have to worry that the angry mob is going to move in, call you a seafood lover and kick the crap out of you so badly you're left in the intensive care unit. Your family and friends, crying by your bedside will utter the same old statements we hear all the time, he was a good boy, going about his life, he just wanted a little seafood, he shouldn't have to die because of that.
And they'd be correct. You shouldn't have to die because you love seafood. You shouldn't have to worry that you might be beat up by an angry mob leaving a seafood restaurant or a sushi bar. You shouldn't have Bible verses thrown in your face daily and be told you're a sinner. You know what, neither should I. Neither should my friends. If we are going to really use the Bible as our platform, then let's use it as they say we should, as the rule of law for our life. We don't get to pick and chose the parts we like anymore. That's not how the game is played.
We either take all of it as "law" or we accept that it is a book that was written as a guideline for living life, as life existed, centuries ago. If we are willing to admit that times and attitudes have changed about seafood, then, we must be willing to admit that times and attitudes are changing about other things in the Bible, and then not cart out the same old crap as a defense for our fears of difference.
We must not pick and chose. It's all or nothing, and I'm sorry, but that means your teenage daughter can be sold into slavery at an early age and any woman that commits adultery is getting stoned in the town square.
If you don't think I should be voting on your right to put seafood on your table, stop telling people that they can vote on my right to love! I don't care what you do in your kitchen - why should you care what I do in my bedroom????!!!!!???
Questionable NY State Citizen,
Greg Petruska
disappointment...
turning into action? but what is the result?
Iowa is now more progressive than New York. Way to go state senators! Show them who's boss! Because of your lack of courage, I am still a second class citizen.
There were rallies, there were personal stories told, yet you still voted to keep NY in the dark ages. When are you going to get it through your skulls that this isn't political, this isn't religious...it's about equal rights and fairness.
Get a clue! Until then, maybe it's time to not pay 100% of my taxes, since I'm not 100% a citizen of this state.
Iowa is now more progressive than New York. Way to go state senators! Show them who's boss! Because of your lack of courage, I am still a second class citizen.
There were rallies, there were personal stories told, yet you still voted to keep NY in the dark ages. When are you going to get it through your skulls that this isn't political, this isn't religious...it's about equal rights and fairness.
Get a clue! Until then, maybe it's time to not pay 100% of my taxes, since I'm not 100% a citizen of this state.
Monday, November 9, 2009
shut up and put your money where your mouth is...
At 36, I'm sick of people participating in the glory and the triumphs but not in the hard work. Ante up or get out of the game!
I have been finding catharsis in my purging journey of late. It's been alot of built up baggage and pain sometimes, but it's been worth it. Do I really need this piece of furniture? Why am I holding onto this shirt if it makes me feel fat and ugly? What is the purpose of keeping this book - did I enjoy reading it? Will I want to read it again?
I have been going through the same process in my head with some of the people in my life too...nothing has been verbalized yet. I haven't decided how I want to proceed...but if I'm being cathartic...why not go all the way?
The cards are on the table...I've seen your raise, and I'm calling your bluff. Shut up and put your money where your mouth is!
Thanks for all the birthday wishes by the way!
I have been finding catharsis in my purging journey of late. It's been alot of built up baggage and pain sometimes, but it's been worth it. Do I really need this piece of furniture? Why am I holding onto this shirt if it makes me feel fat and ugly? What is the purpose of keeping this book - did I enjoy reading it? Will I want to read it again?
I have been going through the same process in my head with some of the people in my life too...nothing has been verbalized yet. I haven't decided how I want to proceed...but if I'm being cathartic...why not go all the way?
The cards are on the table...I've seen your raise, and I'm calling your bluff. Shut up and put your money where your mouth is!
Thanks for all the birthday wishes by the way!
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Down with Seafood!!!
Okay, this won't really impact me since I'm allergic to seafood, and I'm sorry to the members of my family that enjoy it, but my new strategy is going to be to introduce a bill that would make catching, serving or merely eating seafood illegal.
The "Moral Majority" or the "Christian Right" is putting my rights on the voting block and telling America that the Bible says Homosexuality is a sin, and that we homosexuals aren't deserving of the same rights and protections as everyone else. They frequently reference Leviticus as their claim that homosexuality is against God. (even though, it should be pointed out that God is about love, but we won't go there.)
In that same book, Leviticus, comes the verse: “Anything living in the water that does not have fins or scales is to be detestable to you” (Leviticus 11:12) If we are to believe the Moral Majority and the Christian Right and are citing Leviticus as our rule of law, then, seriously, let's have at it! If we, truly are waging wars against the sin and depravity in this nation, then let's wage that war against all of it. Seafood is out! Sorry. Simply has to go! Hope you aren't too attached to those lobsters - you simply can't eat them!
I say we put it to a vote. Let's make it a referendum, state by state to take seafood off of America's table! Let's kick the crap out of anyone who eats it. Caught leaving a seafood restaurant? Well, you will have to worry that the angry mob is going to move in, call you a seafood lover and kick the crap out of you so badly you're left in the intensive care unit. Your family and friends, crying by your bedside will utter the same old statements we hear all the time, he was a good boy, going about his life, he just wanted a little seafood, he shouldn't have to die because of that.
And they'd be correct. You shouldn't have to die because you love seafood (unless, of course you're as allergic as I am, but, that my friends is for another blog). You shouldn't have to worry that you might be beat up by an angry mob leaving a seafood restaurant or a sushi bar. You shouldn't have Bible verses thrown in your face daily and be told you're a sinner.
You know what, neither should I. Neither should my friends. If we are going to really use the Bible as our platform, then let's use it as they say we should, as the rule of law for our life. We don't get to pick and chose the parts we like anymore. That's not how the game is played.
We either take all of it as "law" or we accept that it is a book that was written as a guideline for living life, as life existed, centuries ago. If we are willing to admit that times and attitudes have changed about seafood, then, we must be willing to admit that times and attitudes are changing about other things in the Bible, and then not cart out the same old crap as a defense for our fears of difference. We must not pick and chose. It's all or nothing, and I'm sorry, but that means your teenage daughter can be sold into slavery at an early age and any woman that commits adultery is getting stoned in the town square.
If you don't think I should be voting on your right to put seafood on your table, stop telling people that they can vote on my right to love! I don't care what you do in your kitchen - why the F#@K should you care what I do in my bedroom????!!!!!???
Down with Seafood! It will be easier for me to order at restaurants from now on, with no worry about cross-contamination from that pesky seafood.
The "Moral Majority" or the "Christian Right" is putting my rights on the voting block and telling America that the Bible says Homosexuality is a sin, and that we homosexuals aren't deserving of the same rights and protections as everyone else. They frequently reference Leviticus as their claim that homosexuality is against God. (even though, it should be pointed out that God is about love, but we won't go there.)
In that same book, Leviticus, comes the verse: “Anything living in the water that does not have fins or scales is to be detestable to you” (Leviticus 11:12) If we are to believe the Moral Majority and the Christian Right and are citing Leviticus as our rule of law, then, seriously, let's have at it! If we, truly are waging wars against the sin and depravity in this nation, then let's wage that war against all of it. Seafood is out! Sorry. Simply has to go! Hope you aren't too attached to those lobsters - you simply can't eat them!
I say we put it to a vote. Let's make it a referendum, state by state to take seafood off of America's table! Let's kick the crap out of anyone who eats it. Caught leaving a seafood restaurant? Well, you will have to worry that the angry mob is going to move in, call you a seafood lover and kick the crap out of you so badly you're left in the intensive care unit. Your family and friends, crying by your bedside will utter the same old statements we hear all the time, he was a good boy, going about his life, he just wanted a little seafood, he shouldn't have to die because of that.
And they'd be correct. You shouldn't have to die because you love seafood (unless, of course you're as allergic as I am, but, that my friends is for another blog). You shouldn't have to worry that you might be beat up by an angry mob leaving a seafood restaurant or a sushi bar. You shouldn't have Bible verses thrown in your face daily and be told you're a sinner.
You know what, neither should I. Neither should my friends. If we are going to really use the Bible as our platform, then let's use it as they say we should, as the rule of law for our life. We don't get to pick and chose the parts we like anymore. That's not how the game is played.
We either take all of it as "law" or we accept that it is a book that was written as a guideline for living life, as life existed, centuries ago. If we are willing to admit that times and attitudes have changed about seafood, then, we must be willing to admit that times and attitudes are changing about other things in the Bible, and then not cart out the same old crap as a defense for our fears of difference. We must not pick and chose. It's all or nothing, and I'm sorry, but that means your teenage daughter can be sold into slavery at an early age and any woman that commits adultery is getting stoned in the town square.
If you don't think I should be voting on your right to put seafood on your table, stop telling people that they can vote on my right to love! I don't care what you do in your kitchen - why the F#@K should you care what I do in my bedroom????!!!!!???
Down with Seafood! It will be easier for me to order at restaurants from now on, with no worry about cross-contamination from that pesky seafood.
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Toxic
I think it's time to start removing the toxic from my life. If something isn't going to help me move myself forward, if a "friend" is just standing in the way, or not really a friend, if there is an open wound or raw emotion that I am holding onto that I shouldn't be...I'm going to be cleansing the toxins from my life.
Whatever the case may be, if it's not going to help me stay positive and move forward in my life, it's time to release it.
Whatever the case may be, if it's not going to help me stay positive and move forward in my life, it's time to release it.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
No Matter What...
No Matter What. (video is linked) So many meanings.
It's National Coming Out Day and this song always spoke to me for it's lyrics "I can't be what I'm not" and it's message of love...no matter what.
There's a National March for Equality going on for marriage equality in the states...no matter what.
Stephen Gately, one of the leads from Boyzone has died. His coming out 10 years ago rocked the pop music world. He did what few others have been able to do...and this seemed like the best song to pay tribute...no matter what.
No matter what they call us
However they attack
No matter where they take us
We'll find our own way back...
...I can't deny what I believe
I can't be what I'm not
I know, I know
I know this love's forever
That's all that matters now
No matter what.
No matter what life throws at us, we are all in this together. We are all collectively on this journey, and we have to remember how to work together for all of us to be free and equal. No Matter What...
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
A Date...
that leads to another and another, and then perhaps another. Is that too much to ask for? In this city, it apparently is.
I've been told by several people, that it's not me, and anywhere else I would be settled down, white picket fence, dogs and husband included. If that's the case, why isn't it happening here in NYC? Is there really something about this city that makes dating so difficult? Is there something in the water that makes men run scared from a relationship? Is it in the water, and if so, how far away do I have to get away from it?
I know that I'm picky. I want a boy to be stable and sane, to have his bags checked (so to speak), to be available and want to date, be able to hold up their end of the conversation, etc. I don't think I'm being that picky. I mean I know that not everyone looks like Brad Pitt or has the body of a gym god. I take care of myself, and I am a catch dammit! I'd just like to get past date number 3...
I've been told by several people, that it's not me, and anywhere else I would be settled down, white picket fence, dogs and husband included. If that's the case, why isn't it happening here in NYC? Is there really something about this city that makes dating so difficult? Is there something in the water that makes men run scared from a relationship? Is it in the water, and if so, how far away do I have to get away from it?
I know that I'm picky. I want a boy to be stable and sane, to have his bags checked (so to speak), to be available and want to date, be able to hold up their end of the conversation, etc. I don't think I'm being that picky. I mean I know that not everyone looks like Brad Pitt or has the body of a gym god. I take care of myself, and I am a catch dammit! I'd just like to get past date number 3...
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
No More Mr, Nice Guy...
Sometimes I wish I wasn't so nice. Don't get me wrong, I know that's a good characteristic to have, but there are times that I wish I wasn't so nice. I wish I could put more of my bitchiness to use.
When you're getting the break up speech (it's not me, it's you) and they want to stay friends - I'm the nice guy that says, sure. No More Mr. Nice Guy would say F@#k Off!
When you're getting screwed over, Mr Nice Guy remains nice, No More Mr Nice Guy stands up for his rights!
I want a little more No More Mr Nice Guy in my life. I don't want to lose Nice Guy status completely, but I want a little more No More Mr Nice Guy in my life!
When you're getting the break up speech (it's not me, it's you) and they want to stay friends - I'm the nice guy that says, sure. No More Mr. Nice Guy would say F@#k Off!
When you're getting screwed over, Mr Nice Guy remains nice, No More Mr Nice Guy stands up for his rights!
I want a little more No More Mr Nice Guy in my life. I don't want to lose Nice Guy status completely, but I want a little more No More Mr Nice Guy in my life!
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Change...
can do you good! I used the long weekend productively and decided that it was time for some change in my bedroom and in the living room. I wanted a new look. It was time to purge some things that have been just sitting around, collecting dust. It was time to move the furniture around a little, open up a little space. It was time to make things a little more open and inviting - maybe it's a metaphor for my life (that's a different blog post though, so...).
I re-arranged my bedroom, and can't believe how much better it feels - even with just a little more space available and not much moved around. The big change came in the living room. It's lighter, brighter and has a much more open and inviting feel to it now.
It is amazing how much a little change can alter your outlook and make things flow and feel. I feel lighter with all of the purging that I've done, and all of the re-arranging that's taken place. Now, there's a ton more to purge and the goal is to get rid of one whole dresser in my bedroom...so the challenge is on!
I re-arranged my bedroom, and can't believe how much better it feels - even with just a little more space available and not much moved around. The big change came in the living room. It's lighter, brighter and has a much more open and inviting feel to it now.
It is amazing how much a little change can alter your outlook and make things flow and feel. I feel lighter with all of the purging that I've done, and all of the re-arranging that's taken place. Now, there's a ton more to purge and the goal is to get rid of one whole dresser in my bedroom...so the challenge is on!
Sunday, September 6, 2009
It's Not You, It's Me.
I know I'm not the only one that this line has been used on. Hell, I've used it once or twice. I seem to have it used on me more frequently though, and I think I've only used it once or maybe, twice. I won't ever use it again though.
It's such a crappy line. It doesn't really answer anything, and it tells the receiver nothing! Absolutely nothing! How many times can you hear it before you start to wonder if it really is, indeed you? I know I have been wondering that today.
I hooked up with this guy a few weeks ago, and during the hookup, we figured out there was a little more there and decided to forgo the hook-up and go on a date. We went out a few times, had a great time together, by both accounts, and there was real potential - at least I thought there was.
I would be mistaken on that count though, as I was informed today, that although he has had a great time, there's no chemistry there, it wasn't me, it was him. I was nice and understanding about it. He had the decency to tell me in person, and not over the phone or text or email. What else was I supposed to be? An ass? What's the point? Besides, karma's a bitch.
I just have to remember...it's not me. Riiiiiight!
It's such a crappy line. It doesn't really answer anything, and it tells the receiver nothing! Absolutely nothing! How many times can you hear it before you start to wonder if it really is, indeed you? I know I have been wondering that today.
I hooked up with this guy a few weeks ago, and during the hookup, we figured out there was a little more there and decided to forgo the hook-up and go on a date. We went out a few times, had a great time together, by both accounts, and there was real potential - at least I thought there was.
I would be mistaken on that count though, as I was informed today, that although he has had a great time, there's no chemistry there, it wasn't me, it was him. I was nice and understanding about it. He had the decency to tell me in person, and not over the phone or text or email. What else was I supposed to be? An ass? What's the point? Besides, karma's a bitch.
I just have to remember...it's not me. Riiiiiight!
Monday, August 31, 2009
Progress...
So I have been going to the gym forever (at least it feels like that), and am finally really seeing progress. I have been seeing a trainer regularly, and I am liking what's happening to my body. I wish that it was easier. I wish that it wasn't as hard and as challenging. I wonder how all the muscle boys that I see at the gym and in the Pines all weekend do it.
I work all day and then hit the gym for at least an hour on lifting days and at least half an hour on cardio days. I eat right and I don't pig out on crap. I cut out carbs after 7PM. How do they look the way they do? How is it humanly possible to go to the gym 2 hours a day and go to work and have a social life? I struggle with work and the gym as it is and balancing a social life. I rejoice on days that I leave a little early and am out of the gym earlier than I thought I would be. I live for those days.
I look at my before and in progress photos and I'm happy with all that I've been able to accomplish, and I do want more progress. I have had a taste, and I want more! I guess I have to make this routine more a part of my lifestyle. I guess I have to do more with less. I have to do more and make more with what I have.
I work all day and then hit the gym for at least an hour on lifting days and at least half an hour on cardio days. I eat right and I don't pig out on crap. I cut out carbs after 7PM. How do they look the way they do? How is it humanly possible to go to the gym 2 hours a day and go to work and have a social life? I struggle with work and the gym as it is and balancing a social life. I rejoice on days that I leave a little early and am out of the gym earlier than I thought I would be. I live for those days.
I look at my before and in progress photos and I'm happy with all that I've been able to accomplish, and I do want more progress. I have had a taste, and I want more! I guess I have to make this routine more a part of my lifestyle. I guess I have to do more with less. I have to do more and make more with what I have.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
The Lion is Silent...
Senator Edward M Kennedy said, at the Democratic Convention in 1980, “For all those whose cares have been our concern, the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die.”
It's amazing to me that this man, who was elected to the senate many times before I was even born, and has done so much with his political career and clout is gone. It's almost surreal...I'm watching the coverage on TV and I'm just left wondering what's next? What's next for the family, what's next for the health care debate, what's next for liberalism?
Growing up in a very conservative family, Teddy Kennedy was always a beacon of hope from the other side of the spectrum. He did so much for civil rights, immigration, health care and education. He was a huge supporter of equal rights for all, and there have been few like him. Will there be another to take up his torch? That remains to be seen. Personal life aside, he was truly a leader. He was inspirational, well informed, well spoken and thoughtful in his approach. Think what you will about his personal life, as a Senator his legacy is great.
I am hopeful that the torch he carried will be passed to another generation of political leaders. Ones that embrace the cause of equality for all, ones who understand what real leadership is (despite personal circumstances), and what needs to be done, not what will be popular.
Senator Kennedy - here's to a life well lived! Rest in Peace and thank you for all that you've done.
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
I showered for this?
So...last night I went out for drinks with a guy, thinking there might be potential. We seemed to have a lot in common. He liked theatre, NYC, exploring the city, lived in my neighborhood (which in NYC is a big deal), was around my age, etc. All the pluses were there.
So, we decided to meet for a drink in the neighborhood. He picked the bar, and I'd never been there before. It was a cute place. I worked all day, went to the gym, did my cardio and lifted and then went home. I had dinner, relaxed a little and then took a shower and got myself all dressed up. I mean I took the time to think about what I was going to wear, how I looked in it, etc.
The moment arrived, and I walked up to meet him at the bar. He's cute, so no issues there. He's shorter than me, but that's fine. Takes care of himself, and was not dressed like a slob, and looked like he took some time to think about what he was wearing.
So, knowing he liked theatre, as I do, I asked what the last show that he saw was, and how he liked it. His response, and I shit you not, was "well, I haven't really seen anything since all of the Oscar contenders which I saw, but I did see XMen." Really????? Seriously?????
So, strike one. Then he keeps checking his phone and texting away to someone. Another Hot Date? A hook up? A Drug deal? Anything's possible in NYC. Strike two.
Strike three comes when he asks if I'm seeing anyone, and I say no. I'm single. Then, when I ask the same of him, he says, he's dating someone. Really????? Seriously??????
Strike Three! And then I just started thinking, I showered for this?
So, we decided to meet for a drink in the neighborhood. He picked the bar, and I'd never been there before. It was a cute place. I worked all day, went to the gym, did my cardio and lifted and then went home. I had dinner, relaxed a little and then took a shower and got myself all dressed up. I mean I took the time to think about what I was going to wear, how I looked in it, etc.
The moment arrived, and I walked up to meet him at the bar. He's cute, so no issues there. He's shorter than me, but that's fine. Takes care of himself, and was not dressed like a slob, and looked like he took some time to think about what he was wearing.
So, knowing he liked theatre, as I do, I asked what the last show that he saw was, and how he liked it. His response, and I shit you not, was "well, I haven't really seen anything since all of the Oscar contenders which I saw, but I did see XMen." Really????? Seriously?????
So, strike one. Then he keeps checking his phone and texting away to someone. Another Hot Date? A hook up? A Drug deal? Anything's possible in NYC. Strike two.
Strike three comes when he asks if I'm seeing anyone, and I say no. I'm single. Then, when I ask the same of him, he says, he's dating someone. Really????? Seriously??????
Strike Three! And then I just started thinking, I showered for this?
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Tapas
So, I have a friend that knows relationships are over with boys when they go for tapas food. It's worked everytime he says. If he's invited to go for tapas, the relationship never seems to last much longer. I'm not sure if maybe there's some projection at this point on his part, but the concept is intriguing to me right now. I'm thinking it might be time for the GLBT community to take the president and the Democratic party for Tapas.
I'm left wondering alot lately if all of Obama's talk was promise or propaganda. Was it just talk to get elected and hit all the soundbytes? I don't see rhetoric as promise, it's propaganda. We see how that worked for the world when the Nazi's used it. What is this administration using it for and why?
Hey Obama and the DNC...got time for some tapas, I'll even come to DC if I have to!
I'm left wondering alot lately if all of Obama's talk was promise or propaganda. Was it just talk to get elected and hit all the soundbytes? I don't see rhetoric as promise, it's propaganda. We see how that worked for the world when the Nazi's used it. What is this administration using it for and why?
Hey Obama and the DNC...got time for some tapas, I'll even come to DC if I have to!
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Duplicity...
"We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness." - The Declaration of Independence.
When I was in college, I took an American Colonial History course. It was taught by a new professor at the school (he's now a Dean) and I was actually interested in the course because the focus was on colonial times, and we would be looking at the Salem witch trials. Anyway, one of the books on the reading list was, American Slavery, American Freedom by Edmund S. Morgan. I don't remember when during the semester we read the book, I just remember that we read it.
The central premise of the book was that while America was fighting for its own freedom from the tyrannical rule of England, we were, in fact enslaving thousands and thousands of Africans. We were fighting for liberty, justice, happiness (or at least the right to pursue it) and freedom. So, how could we not recognize the injustice and lack of humanity we were putting fellow humans through? Every second, minute, hour and day that we fought for freedom we were simultaneously denying other humans liberty and dignity every second, minute, hour and day. American Freedom became based on race. What happened to all men are created equal? I see nothing about race in that statement above.
American Freedom today is based on sexual orientation, and again, we are having debate over separate yet equal. If you are not straight, you are not a real citizen. You are not entitled to all the rights and privileges that come with citizenship. You can pay taxes, but not be granted the same rights (gee that sounds vaguely familiar...oh wait, that is why our country was founded, that's right). You can be fired from your job if you're gay or lesbian. You cannot get married everywhere (civil or otherwise). In fact, our federal government actually says, through DOMA (the Defense of Marriage Act) that marriage is between a man and a woman. You cannot adopt or foster children in some parts of the country. Hell, in some places you can't even walk down the street without fear of being attacked if you're openly gay. Again, I ask, what happened to all men are created equal? I see nothing about only heterosexual men in the statement from the Declaration of Independence above.
How can a nation that fought so hard for its independence from tyranny, that wants so desperately to be the standard bearer for democracy and equality still be treating segments of its citizenry so poorly? How can the rest of the world take us seriously when we talk about equality if we can't even treat our own citizens equally? How can we have learned some lessons, but not others when the standard is equality? How can our Bill of Rights guarantee a separation of church and state, but when it comes to marriage equality, we have to look to religion before we enact law?
Is it our innocence or ignorance as a nation that makes us so duplicitous?
When I was in college, I took an American Colonial History course. It was taught by a new professor at the school (he's now a Dean) and I was actually interested in the course because the focus was on colonial times, and we would be looking at the Salem witch trials. Anyway, one of the books on the reading list was, American Slavery, American Freedom by Edmund S. Morgan. I don't remember when during the semester we read the book, I just remember that we read it.
The central premise of the book was that while America was fighting for its own freedom from the tyrannical rule of England, we were, in fact enslaving thousands and thousands of Africans. We were fighting for liberty, justice, happiness (or at least the right to pursue it) and freedom. So, how could we not recognize the injustice and lack of humanity we were putting fellow humans through? Every second, minute, hour and day that we fought for freedom we were simultaneously denying other humans liberty and dignity every second, minute, hour and day. American Freedom became based on race. What happened to all men are created equal? I see nothing about race in that statement above.
American Freedom today is based on sexual orientation, and again, we are having debate over separate yet equal. If you are not straight, you are not a real citizen. You are not entitled to all the rights and privileges that come with citizenship. You can pay taxes, but not be granted the same rights (gee that sounds vaguely familiar...oh wait, that is why our country was founded, that's right). You can be fired from your job if you're gay or lesbian. You cannot get married everywhere (civil or otherwise). In fact, our federal government actually says, through DOMA (the Defense of Marriage Act) that marriage is between a man and a woman. You cannot adopt or foster children in some parts of the country. Hell, in some places you can't even walk down the street without fear of being attacked if you're openly gay. Again, I ask, what happened to all men are created equal? I see nothing about only heterosexual men in the statement from the Declaration of Independence above.
How can a nation that fought so hard for its independence from tyranny, that wants so desperately to be the standard bearer for democracy and equality still be treating segments of its citizenry so poorly? How can the rest of the world take us seriously when we talk about equality if we can't even treat our own citizens equally? How can we have learned some lessons, but not others when the standard is equality? How can our Bill of Rights guarantee a separation of church and state, but when it comes to marriage equality, we have to look to religion before we enact law?
Is it our innocence or ignorance as a nation that makes us so duplicitous?
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Anit Gay Ads on a Gay Website?
Why are anti gay, National Organization of Marriage, ads appearing on a popular gay blog? And why has nobody noticed or requested that they be removed? It concerns me just slightly that the editorial staff is allowing these ads to stay, and in their own complacency to act, are endorsing said ads and organization.
why oh why, when you are doing all you can to supposedly advance the cause of GLBT rights would you want to allow ads that are anit-gay to continually pop up all over your blog? I'm perplexed!
why oh why, when you are doing all you can to supposedly advance the cause of GLBT rights would you want to allow ads that are anit-gay to continually pop up all over your blog? I'm perplexed!
Monday, April 20, 2009
Just Asking...
if rainy days and mondays always get you down...what happens when it's a rainy monday?
it's miserable out there this evening, and I got SOAKED walking the four blocks from the gym to the subway to come home...so, it was a nice evening in, a movie and hot tea!
it's miserable out there this evening, and I got SOAKED walking the four blocks from the gym to the subway to come home...so, it was a nice evening in, a movie and hot tea!
Friday, April 17, 2009
stop honking at me!!!!
I am a big boy that's been living in the big, bad city for a decade now...I know how to hail a freaking cab! If I needed you, trust me I would raise my arm and flag you down! So, do us both a favor, and the planet...stop honking at random people walking down the sidewalk - we can hail you if we need you mr cabbie!
Monday, April 13, 2009
1138...
I Do.
2 Words.
With those two words married couples have access to 1138 rights. 1138 federal rights, protections and benefits guaranteed by marriage in the United States. 1138 federal rights, protections and benefits denied to MILLIONS of loving couples for no other reason than their sexual orientation.
Why are we still debating this? If you're straight and reading this wondering why I'm asking - ask yourself this: why did I get married? You got married (hopefully) because you were in love with your spouse and wanted to be legally joined. Do you think those of us that are GLBT want anything different?
You got married, said those two words, and were a legally wed couple. You did not say those two words and have to sign hundreds of pages of documents in the presence of lawyers to have equal access to your spouse.
1138. Why are we still debating love?
2 Words.
With those two words married couples have access to 1138 rights. 1138 federal rights, protections and benefits guaranteed by marriage in the United States. 1138 federal rights, protections and benefits denied to MILLIONS of loving couples for no other reason than their sexual orientation.
Why are we still debating this? If you're straight and reading this wondering why I'm asking - ask yourself this: why did I get married? You got married (hopefully) because you were in love with your spouse and wanted to be legally joined. Do you think those of us that are GLBT want anything different?
You got married, said those two words, and were a legally wed couple. You did not say those two words and have to sign hundreds of pages of documents in the presence of lawyers to have equal access to your spouse.
1138. Why are we still debating love?
Thursday, April 2, 2009
Complaining...
I will never complain about having boy troubles again! I was walking after work to meet a friend for a drink and I was behind these two women who were having a very animated conversation about boy drama. I couldn't escape the conversation as they were walking side by side and I couldn't get around them. So, anyway, I overhear one ask the other why she's not with her man anymore. And then I am shocked by the reply:
"Cuz, girl, how many times can I stay with him, he's been arrested 6 times for being a gay hooker!"
My man troubles will never, ever compare to a straight woman who's man has been arrested 6 times for being a gay hooker!
"Cuz, girl, how many times can I stay with him, he's been arrested 6 times for being a gay hooker!"
My man troubles will never, ever compare to a straight woman who's man has been arrested 6 times for being a gay hooker!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
RIP Customer Service
Customer Service, or the series of activities designed to enhance the level of customer satisfaction – that is, the feeling that a product or service has met the customer expectation, died a long and painful death it can be reported.
It had been in ailing health for most of the 90s and the fatal wound was delivered in the early 2000's. The nail in the coffin can probably be attributed to the economic downturn currently ravaging the world's economy.
Although not an only child of corporate America, it was orphaned as cost cutting measures began to take hold and died penniless and alone.
RIP Customer Service, and let's hope the customers don't rise up and revolt over the way they are currently treated!
It had been in ailing health for most of the 90s and the fatal wound was delivered in the early 2000's. The nail in the coffin can probably be attributed to the economic downturn currently ravaging the world's economy.
Although not an only child of corporate America, it was orphaned as cost cutting measures began to take hold and died penniless and alone.
RIP Customer Service, and let's hope the customers don't rise up and revolt over the way they are currently treated!
Friday, March 27, 2009
Regimented
So, my trainer's got me on this new program. I have all these grams of protein to digest every day, and meals every 2 to 3 hours. I'm feeling like I'm in the army...and not in a good way, because I'm feeling bloated and not thinner! =)
In the long run, I know it's for the best and will be worth it...just feeling a little difficult to wrap myself around right now!
In the long run, I know it's for the best and will be worth it...just feeling a little difficult to wrap myself around right now!
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Simple Win
this week my simple win is to be a more active social butterfly. In addition to stepping up last weeks and hitting the gym twice for just cardio and three full circuit and cardio workouts.
There it is...we'll see how I do.
There it is...we'll see how I do.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Reset
Have you ever wanted to just press the reset button and start over? Maybe richer, or more athletic, or thinner. For whatever reason, I think all of us have thought about just hitting the reset button at one point in time or another. The question remains, what do you do once it's been reset? Do you learn the lessons and change, or continue on your tried and true path? I'm hoping that if I got a reset, I would learn my lesson from the past and start down a new and improved path. Whatever that may be.
Today was one of those days, I just wanted to hit the reset button and start over.
Today was one of those days, I just wanted to hit the reset button and start over.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Simple Wins
Everyone's talking about simple wins and a-ha moments these days. There are commercials about it, one's for a diabetes testing device and the other for an insurance company. Whatever the slogan's being used for, it's a great concept. A simple win. Everyone needs a simple win. It got me thinking. What would happen if I planned a simple win every week? What if I set a small, attainable goal, a simple win, if you will and as able to achieve it every week? It can't be a bad idea. So, I decided to start. I will have a simple win every week.
This week's simple win is making it to the gym at least three times to complete a full circuit workout AND my interval cardio. I'll evaluate at the end of the week, see how I did and set a new simple win.
This week's simple win is making it to the gym at least three times to complete a full circuit workout AND my interval cardio. I'll evaluate at the end of the week, see how I did and set a new simple win.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
Musical Moments...
I've decided that working on Broadway has ruined me for love. How can I be satisfied with love in the real world when, upon meeting he and I don't break into spontaneous song to profess our love for each other? How can I know that he likes me after a few dates unless he breaks into a rousing ballad saying as much? How can I not be spoiled on love when that's what happens on the stage every night?
I don't have that many ballads running through my head at any one point in time. I do, every once in a while, break into spontaneous song - but only when the moment calls for it and it feels right. I just don't know if I want the pressure of having to have the right romantic line when it's necessary, or having to break into song to deliver it.
I think Broadway has ruined me for love...
I don't have that many ballads running through my head at any one point in time. I do, every once in a while, break into spontaneous song - but only when the moment calls for it and it feels right. I just don't know if I want the pressure of having to have the right romantic line when it's necessary, or having to break into song to deliver it.
I think Broadway has ruined me for love...
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Debate...
so now we can debate what people's rights are in this great democracy. We can debate what in-alienable rights are. We can debate whether segments of the population can take rights (in-alienable or fundamental) away from an under-represented segment of the population. Do we get to debate whether or not I am human next? Or whether I'm a man? Where do we end the debate?
We could go on debating all things all the time, nobody would ever be happy with the outcomes. But, why oh why, are we debating people's rights?
We could go on debating all things all the time, nobody would ever be happy with the outcomes. But, why oh why, are we debating people's rights?
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Church and State...
I am an American. I understand the Constitution. I understand the basics of our laws. I long for the day when we can fully realize that separation of church and state. I long for the days when I won't hear God Bless you and God Bless America at the end of a presidential address. In my eyes, that will be the true end and separation.
I'm not saying that I don't believe in a higher power, but not everyone believes in the same higher power. We are all Americans, that doesn't mean that we all believe in the same God, and our founding fathers understood and knew that well. That is why they were believers in that separation.
I fear that all members of society will not see full equality until that happens. I recently stood up for my sister, as her Maid/Man of Honour and I signed two documents as a witness to her marriage. One for the Church and one for the State. Complete separation, as she did not need the church for the license to be official, she would be married if all I signed was the state certificate. Why can't we separate other things that way?
I am not asking to be married in a church or by any religious entity, my brother and sister in law weren't, and their marriage is treated in the same manner by the country as that of my parents and now my sister and brother in law who were married in church. I am asking for nothing less. Why does it have to be any other way?
Why do we always look to religion to define who we are and where we need to go as a people? Why can't we look to the values our country was founded upon - the equal treatment of all it's citizenry.
I guess I'm just a little fired up after watching the abysmal state of our union. We will not advance as a nation until we start to go back to our founding principals and start believing in that document we talk about all the time.
I'm not saying that I don't believe in a higher power, but not everyone believes in the same higher power. We are all Americans, that doesn't mean that we all believe in the same God, and our founding fathers understood and knew that well. That is why they were believers in that separation.
I fear that all members of society will not see full equality until that happens. I recently stood up for my sister, as her Maid/Man of Honour and I signed two documents as a witness to her marriage. One for the Church and one for the State. Complete separation, as she did not need the church for the license to be official, she would be married if all I signed was the state certificate. Why can't we separate other things that way?
I am not asking to be married in a church or by any religious entity, my brother and sister in law weren't, and their marriage is treated in the same manner by the country as that of my parents and now my sister and brother in law who were married in church. I am asking for nothing less. Why does it have to be any other way?
Why do we always look to religion to define who we are and where we need to go as a people? Why can't we look to the values our country was founded upon - the equal treatment of all it's citizenry.
I guess I'm just a little fired up after watching the abysmal state of our union. We will not advance as a nation until we start to go back to our founding principals and start believing in that document we talk about all the time.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Speeches...
I was the Maid of Honour (okay...Man of Honour) at my sister's over the weekend and I had to give the toast. The Best Man was a little shy and didn't like speaking in public, so instead of the usual order of the speeches (MOH and then the Best Man) it was reversed, and I wrapped it all up after the Best Man spoke. I tried to start with a little humour and then get a little serious. I had written it all up but didn't really use or need my cue cards. Since there were compliments, and I just gush about how much my sister has influenced me, I thought I would share.
When Mike asked for my blessing so he could propose to my sister I was thrilled. Then I learned that I was the intimidating brother. Me? Really? Not Jonathan? Seriously, Me? Ok. Then I realized that it was really a compliment. (Turning to look at Mike) It WAS a compliment, wasn't it Mike? Cuz if not, I GOT people. (The other brother and three gay boys in all black suits with dark sunglasses on surround the groom).
I'm going to give Mike the benefit of the doubt and go with compliment, because it means I have done my job as big brother correctly. As a big brother, you are supposed to help your younger siblings learn and grow, and I hope that I have done that.
I don't think that a big brother gets to stand up and talk about how much his younger sister has taught him that often. Whether she realizes it or not, Sabrina has taught me so much about having the strength and courage to be myself. We both grew up a little different from the world around us and watching my little sister develop her inner strength and self confidence as she grew into the beautiful young woman she is today was an amazing example when I was on my own journey of self discovery. Without her example, I don't know if I would be as strong as I am. She has given me so much, I am forever grateful and she will be with me always, like a handprint on my heart.
I love you kiddo, and I can't imagine anyone else I would want to see you take the next part of life's journey with.
Congratulations!
Saturday, January 31, 2009
High School...
I am not sure about everyone else, but I graduated high school last century...1991 in fact, almost 20 years ago...wow! Why aren't high school antics behind me then?
In the last few weeks I have been called a silly fag, a stupid fag, or some variation there-in. Really, seriously? You feel the need to point that out to me? What gave it away? my ability to put an outfit together and wear it well? my gym memberships and regular attendance? the fact I groom myself and keep up appearances? or was it the rainbow tattoo on my ankle you noticed when I was in the locker room changing - right before one of the slings?
got news for you...I am gay...you wanna be too? I can convert the best of them! =) otherwise...shut up and stop acting like an idiot and commenting on well known fact! I am gay, and not ashamed of it. I resent the stupid and silly labels though...I am neither of those two things!
In the last few weeks I have been called a silly fag, a stupid fag, or some variation there-in. Really, seriously? You feel the need to point that out to me? What gave it away? my ability to put an outfit together and wear it well? my gym memberships and regular attendance? the fact I groom myself and keep up appearances? or was it the rainbow tattoo on my ankle you noticed when I was in the locker room changing - right before one of the slings?
got news for you...I am gay...you wanna be too? I can convert the best of them! =) otherwise...shut up and stop acting like an idiot and commenting on well known fact! I am gay, and not ashamed of it. I resent the stupid and silly labels though...I am neither of those two things!
Monday, January 19, 2009
Sleep...
I feel like I caught up on a ton of it on this long weekend, and have vowed to try and have more realistic sleep expectations and patterns. I can't keep running myself low and expect to not pay any consequences for it. I function better, my thinking is clearer and even my gym time is better with some sleep behind me. Tonight will be the true test...bed and then up for work...can I make it happen? Time will tell...
Friday, January 16, 2009
Minor setbacks...
so let me get this straight, no pun intended. The current idiot in chief admits that, like all others that have held the office before him, has experienced minor setbacks in his presidency.
MINOR? MINOR? If the setbacks he experienced were only minor ones, I shudder to think what a MAJOR setback would have been like.
Thankfully the end is VERY near!
MINOR? MINOR? If the setbacks he experienced were only minor ones, I shudder to think what a MAJOR setback would have been like.
Thankfully the end is VERY near!
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
the art of laziness
I know that it's cold out here in NYC, I was out in it. There's a little tex-mex take out place down the street from the gym. I pass it as walk from the subway to the gym. Today, on the way to the gym, I almost got run over by the delivery guy running out the door. He promptly got on the delivery bike (which is electric motor powered by the way) and sped past me, again almost knocking me over, a few houses later. Two houses after that, the guy is off the bike, locking it up to the fence and running up the steps to ring the bell. He rode the bike less than half a block to deliver the food. I would have been at the door before the delivery guy walking with all the time that he was spending, locking and unlocking the bike. That's the art of laziness!!!
Friday, January 9, 2009
The Tree People...
Change is coming!!!! Work will go back to being navigable at lunch time. There will always be tourists, but the FTP's will be gone!!! The tree comes down this weekend! I'm no a scrooge, really I'm not, but once the tree goes up at Rockefeller Plaza it becomes impossible to move around. It's a big tree with lights people...you don't have to stand for hours to watch it! =)
Thursday, January 8, 2009
What's My Excuse???
So I have been been hitting the gym every day this week and twice yesterday and am planning on twice tomorrow too. I was contemplating not going to the gym today, but then I started to ask myself, what's my excuse to not go? I don't have a headache, I'm not throwing up, I don't have a fever. What's my excuse? It's cold out. I'll be inside, and plenty of people are out working in the cold, that have to in order for our society to keep going. Again, no excuse. I kept asking myself what my excuse was my whole ride on the subway, and couldn't come up with one. I got off the train, went to the gym and did cardio...
what's my excuse?
what's my excuse?
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Boycott...
I think I am going to boycott bigotry and ignorance. Since I can't boycott stupid, I'll boycott bigotry and ignorance and not put myself in situations where they're present. Might be a challenge, but is definitely worth the effort to help rid the world of oppression.
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Patience...
As many of you that read this and know me know, I am short on patience. I am one of those instant gratification guys. I know, I know, and I am working on that one too.
At any rate, before noon today, my patience was gone. I didn't sleep well last night (doesn't help), ended up going in late because of that, got stuck on a train that had a robbery, so we were stalled (so to speak) at the station until the police arrived and investigated. Then there's the news that the weather is supposedly going to be really crappy tonight on the way home. I stood in line to have shoes shone for 20 minutes, and then picked up a RX and stood in another line, then a line for lunch.
Through it all though, I kept positive thoughts and my cool. I did my breathing, like I'm at Yoga and just have gone about my day. I guess you can (sorta, kinda) learn patience if you practice!
At any rate, before noon today, my patience was gone. I didn't sleep well last night (doesn't help), ended up going in late because of that, got stuck on a train that had a robbery, so we were stalled (so to speak) at the station until the police arrived and investigated. Then there's the news that the weather is supposedly going to be really crappy tonight on the way home. I stood in line to have shoes shone for 20 minutes, and then picked up a RX and stood in another line, then a line for lunch.
Through it all though, I kept positive thoughts and my cool. I did my breathing, like I'm at Yoga and just have gone about my day. I guess you can (sorta, kinda) learn patience if you practice!
Monday, January 5, 2009
Internal Monologues...
We all have them, some of you are better at keeping them internal than I am. Mine are usually more like a running commentary on the world around me. I am getting better (practice, practice, practice) at keeping them to myself.
For example, here's the running monologue from my subway ride this morning on the way into the office, even though not one word escaped my lips.
110th Street, getting on the train - Holy Cow it's hot in here and what smells?
103rd Street - why are all these kids getting on the train, shouldn't they be in school already - it's 815.
96th Street - directed at the Aretha-esque woman asking her friend if she could tell that she'd put on a few pounds over the holiday - a few pounds? your one thigh is wider than all of me (go me, I'm thin!!! woohoo!!!)
86th Street - directed at the Queen asking his fiancee if the scarf made him look to gay - no, honey, the purple polka dot scarf doesn't make you look too gay...but tied around your neck like that and the fact that your flame burns bright does...
81st Street - Oh Joy of Joys it's field trip day and the kids are exiting the train - peace at last! Wow - that dude totally smells and cologne is not helping, where's my scarf to filter this out, is the other side of the car this crowded?
72nd Street - Must be my lucky day, smelly boy is getting off the train, three more stops and another cup of coffee...are we there yet?
59th Street - Is it too early for the shops at the Time Warner Center to be open, shopping could be good...only 8:30...too early.
7th Avenue - transfer here for the E train to Queens - hell no, thankfully none of my shows are in the outer boroughs anymore!
47-50th/Rockefeller Plaza - Coffee - I wonder how long the line is. Letting us off the damn train before you start to push your way on usually works out better for everyone, COW (actually, that last bit might totally have slipped out, but it was in my inside voice, I think).
Just letting you all share in the joy...
For example, here's the running monologue from my subway ride this morning on the way into the office, even though not one word escaped my lips.
110th Street, getting on the train - Holy Cow it's hot in here and what smells?
103rd Street - why are all these kids getting on the train, shouldn't they be in school already - it's 815.
96th Street - directed at the Aretha-esque woman asking her friend if she could tell that she'd put on a few pounds over the holiday - a few pounds? your one thigh is wider than all of me (go me, I'm thin!!! woohoo!!!)
86th Street - directed at the Queen asking his fiancee if the scarf made him look to gay - no, honey, the purple polka dot scarf doesn't make you look too gay...but tied around your neck like that and the fact that your flame burns bright does...
81st Street - Oh Joy of Joys it's field trip day and the kids are exiting the train - peace at last! Wow - that dude totally smells and cologne is not helping, where's my scarf to filter this out, is the other side of the car this crowded?
72nd Street - Must be my lucky day, smelly boy is getting off the train, three more stops and another cup of coffee...are we there yet?
59th Street - Is it too early for the shops at the Time Warner Center to be open, shopping could be good...only 8:30...too early.
7th Avenue - transfer here for the E train to Queens - hell no, thankfully none of my shows are in the outer boroughs anymore!
47-50th/Rockefeller Plaza - Coffee - I wonder how long the line is. Letting us off the damn train before you start to push your way on usually works out better for everyone, COW (actually, that last bit might totally have slipped out, but it was in my inside voice, I think).
Just letting you all share in the joy...
Sunday, January 4, 2009
Done...
Stick a fork in me I'm done. Between all the eating for the holidays, and all of the parties and events that I have been to, I'm done. I don't want a ton of food like that anymore, I am taking a break. What else can we do at this point. Last night was my last party for a while...woohoo!!! No more until my sister's wedding!!!
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