Feels Good November 13, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Life, In General, Lovegirl, Mi Familia Loca, Music That Moves Me.3 comments
Feels good to have made it to the end of another work week! Yay for weekends. Got plans for this one?
Tonight I’ve got class and after that I’m free. Yep, free! Lovegirl is going to a sleepover birthday party for one of her classmates, so when I get out of class tonight at 6 I am responsible for no one but myself. I have no clue what I’m going to do with myself, but am going to fight the temptation to go home and clean up. I’m thinking maybe a movie and the consumption of Thai food.
I’m glad my parents are in Antarctica – I don’t have to explain to my Mama the “insanity” of my allowing Lovegirl to go to the sleepover. My Mama does not believe in sleepovers. At all. I thought I’d be the same way, but when Lovegirl got the invite I didn’t even hesitate to say she could go. Who knew?
Hmmm – I just went to fandango – I don’t see a single movie I’m interested in or know about. Anybody seen anything good at the theatre lately? Law Abiding Citizen maybe?
I plan on spending the rest of the weekend just kind of puttering around. Fall has truly arrived and I believe every leaf in Mississippi is chilling in our front yard. So, I’ll probably get my upper-body exercise in with a little raking.
Anyhoo, I guess that’s really it. I’ve got some draft posts that I might complete and post today, but even as I type that, I don’t see that happening 
Hope everybody has a great weekend. I’m going to leave you with one of my favorite songs by Lucy Pearl. I love them and wish they’d get back together for at least one more record album disc.
Tuesday Randoms November 10, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Food, Life, In General, Mi Familia Loca, Music That Moves Me.7 comments
- I very much enjoy a bowl (or two) of Honey Bunches of Oats w/Peaches! But I do not care for real peaches.
- Lovegirl and I Skype-d with my Mom and Dad last night. Pretty stankin’ cool. Did I mention that my folks are in South America right now headed to Antarctica???
- I love the Mario song “Just a Friend” and get a little bit happier every time it pops up on Pandora. “I stay dipped I stay laced and I know you know I”m flyyyy…”
- Back in the gym and it feels good. Now if I could just reign in my eating habits which have been terrible lately!
- My sister-in-law asked me to bring paper goods to my father-in-law’s birthday party this weekend. No problem. When we get there she’s all, ummm, can you go to the store and get divided plates? Seriously? Nobody in this room looks like they’re going to refuse to eat just because their red rose sausage is touching their potato salad. But of course, I just said okay and went to the store.
- December 2009? Final car payment! August 2010? Childcare expenses reduced by 3/4! I’m getting two “raises” next year y’all!!!
- I’m buying a laptop in January. In February I will start saving my “car payment” money. But I’m getting that darn laptop. Actually, it’s a netbook, but whatev.
- I think Kevin is going to win Top Chef. Whoo hooo!
- When I gain weight I get a little curvier on the bottom half. Unfortunately it’s jiggly curve. Then I work out and lose it. I wish there were a way to keep the curve and lose the jiggle. Is this even possible?
- Jameil posted a recipe for brined chicken which I think I shall attempt this weekend. Minus the rosemary. No me gusta rosemary. Too similar to consuming pine needles – or so I would imagine.
- I am making a concerted effort to keep my hands off of my face. I didn’t realize how much I touch my face during the day. Disgusting, really.
- I accepted my ex-boss’ FB friend request. So far, so good. I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I think she’s decent. Just not to work for. Hope I don’t end up eating my words.
- My brother paid the other brother’s bill. I’m going to send dude a gift card this weekend. We’re not going to give him an “allowance” but we are going to stash some cash for him “just in case” so it doesn’t create havoc in our financial lives if/when he needs some more help. He’s good people, and just having a tough time right now. I can’t see not helping him. Thanks for the input!
Have a great Tuesday!!!
Some Kinda Way November 9, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Life, In General.8 comments
I had a post planned in which I’d regale you with tales from our lovely weekend – including the death of Flippy II, a birthday party for my father-in-law, and the tastiest pasta salad ever.
Instead, I’ve got a heavy heart. One of my coworkers was killed in a hit and run accident early Sunday morning. She was one of the sweetest people I’ve ever met. Always smiling, always an encouraging word, living her life to the fullest.
I just want to encourage everyone to seize the day, make the most of whatever time you’ve got left, to greet people with a kind word and a smile. All of those cliches which ring so true during times like this.
Tasha was a blessing in my life. My day was always better having seen and spoken to her. I wish I’d told her that. Instead, I’m telling you.
Make it a great day. For yourself, and for someone else.
WWYD? November 5, 2009
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Alright dear readers – I’d like your input. It’s time for another WWYD. Thank you in advance.
One of my siblings – okay fine, one of my brothers (as I have no sisters) – is in a bad spot financially.
He needed some cash two months ago and another brother and I gave it to him. We asked him if he was good, and he was like yeah, I just paid my car off, so I’ve got “extra” blah, blah, blah. We asked him if he was sure? He said yes.
Other brother and I discussed whether or not we should just send the dude some money every month to help him out for a bit. We decided not to. A major factor in our decision was the fact that dude repeatedly said he was good. He also seemed kinda pissed that he had to ask for the money in the first place, if that makes sense?
So you already know what’s up right? Dude needs some $$$. I don’t have it (the total amount needed) to give this month and my other brother has it, but is kinda pissed. He said he’d rather give dude a set amount every month than have these panicked phone calls every few months. And he thinks we may be preventing dude from “manning up” by helping him out.
So, we’re trying to decide what to do. Oh, dude swore the initial money would be repaid. It hasn’t been. (But that wasn’t a factor in giving it to him – I don’t “loan” what I can’t afford to give away)
My solution is a mix of giving him the money, sending him an “allowance” every month until the end of 2010 and sending care packages. Yeah, I know – y’all didn’t know Nerd Girl was such a softie. Serious business – I love my brothers dearly and will help them in any way I can.
The other brother doesn’t mind helping but doesn’t want to cripple dude with too much help. He thinks we should help him again and then cut him loose.
So…..what would you do? One of the above scenarios or something totally different? Thanks!
***Editing to add: it is for a necessity, nothing frivolous, it is for less than $500 and I don’t want to give his age as that would pinpoint which of my brothers it is (not that y’all know any of them, but still….)
Three Down. Two To Go? November 4, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Lovegirl.8 comments
I have had to spank Lovegirl every day this week. Every day.
Monday – I pick Lovegirl up from school and discover that she has been put out of afterschool care because she won’t stop talking. I ask her what’s going on, she shrugs her shoulder, kinda rolls her eyes and says “I just felt like talking, so I did.” So I spank her.
Tuesday – I take her to the sitter’s so I can go to class. When I pick her up, Ms. D. expresses her shock at Lovegirl’s disobedience. If she told Lovegirl to sit, Lovegirl stood. If she said talk, Lovegirl was quiet….Ms. D asked her what was going on and Lovegirl shrugs her shoulders, rolls her eyes and says “I didn’t feel like doing what you told me to do, so I didn’t.” So I spank her.
Wednesday – Please refer to Monday’s incident.
So, three days into this week and I’ve spanked my girl three times. No me gusta. I talked to my mom about it and she basically told me that Lovegirl will always challenge me and that I pretty much need to get my mind right, put my game face on, be consistent and let her know that I’m in it to win it.
I’ve given Lovegirl three rules that I review every morning and have her recite before she gets out of the car: listen, be obedient, do good work. So far my simple little mantra has fallen on deaf ears.
Here’s hoping Thursday will bring better reports all around! My spanking arm is getting tired.
It’s a Blog World After All November 2, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Blogroll.15 comments
So I’ve noticed that a lot of us frequent the same blogs, and that’s cool. After all, like attracts like. At least for the purposes of this particular post.
What I’d like to know is do you have any blogs that don’t appear on your blog roll (if you have one) that you frequent? I’m always looking for new ways to waste time at work blogs to read and would appreciate suggestions!
A few of my favorites which do not appear on my blog roll are:
Academic Chic. Three PhD candidates who document their attempts at dressing outside of the “higher ed” box. They come up with color combinations I never would’ve dreamed of, and usually, they work.
Life in the Fun Lane. This blogger is all about decor. While our styles are not at all similar, I enjoy looking at the pictures she posts and reading about her latest piece of refinished furniture.
Our Suburban Cottage. Another decor blog. She inspires me to get off my duff and work with what I’ve got as it relates to our home. She’s the reason I spent a great deal of time and energy trying to re-do a piece of furniture this weekend. Major fail, but I’ve already formulated my Plan B and will be implementing it this weekend.
Young House Love. Again with the decor. This young married couple has done some amazing things with their home. I like their style and drop in frequently for updates, to see what they’ve desinged for others and to enter in their fabulous giveaways. I haven’t won anything from them. Yet.
And AR Gal. Most of y’all are familiar with her, and I’m not sure why she’s not on my blog roll, but I’m about to remedy that right now. One of the funniest commenters and bloggers around! Ditto Rashan.
Happy Monday everybody! (The time change is wreaking havoc on ya girl. I am sleepy and hyper at the same time. Not a good look.)
50% off at Payless October 30, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in All Things Beauty, From Me to You.add a comment
50% off purchases at Payless – today only. If you can’t/don’t/won’t shop at Payless, you probably still know someone who does - pass it on!
I’m going to (hopefully) stock up on socks and maybe a pair of tennis for the kid!
http://www.oprah.com/article/oprahshow/20091016-tows-payless
Boo! October 30, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in Music That Moves Me, What the hell?.5 comments
No silly, not “boo as in I’m trying to scare you because it’s Halloween.” Boo as in two thumbs down.
Boo to my ex-boss sending me a friend request on FB. Which ex-boss? Yep, that one. The crazy heifer from downstairs who since I left has been so damn nice I’m almost sorry I quit. Almost. Crazy thing about it? I’m seriously thinking about friending her. What’s really going on?
In honor of the holiday I don’t celebrate – much to Lovegirl’s chagrin – here’s some music to get your head nodding (NSFW – duh!):
Have a great – and safe – weekend!
It’s Thursday, I’m Random October 29, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in All Things Beauty, Fitness, Lovegirl.14 comments
- My hospital is having an H1N1 blitz. Y’all can miss me with that. Not this year, not the kid. I don’t care how many email alerts you send or that I’ll have a chance to win an iPod – no swine flu shot for moi.
- Pserendipity thinks I’m a gym snob. She might be right. But I’mma go back to her little box of a gym a few more times – it does have a certain charm about it.
- I just spent 15 minutes on the phone trying to help a former coworker. She’s trying to breastfeed her baby without actually nursing the baby. Ummm, why? And you call me asking why you’re not producing enough milk. Don’t you think your body knows the difference between a pump and a baby?!? Geesh. I’m gonna have to go check on that baby. Where was I….
- My kid told me yesterday that I needed to help her like school again. Wow. I had nothing.
- I’m about to try these Qhmet Biologics hair products on Lovegirl and myself. I’m hoping that these will allow me to stop putting such heavy stuff ( Liv) on her hair to keep it moisturized. I basically just use olive oil on mine, but am going to try their oil serum and see if it absorbs better.
- I can’t believe that November is just days away. Where did 2009 go? Time for me to start buying a present a week so I can knock out my Christmas shopping.
- Drake? Yeah, I totally don’t get his appeal. Is this futher proof that I’m getting old?
- I fell asleep before 9 last night. While I am well-rested today, I am also pissed that I missed Top Chef!
- I’m going to spend 1/2 my day today working and 1/2 my day on school work. I should have my presentation done by 4:30 – wish me luck!
Oh AR Gal & Jameil…. October 26, 2009
Posted by Nerd Girl in What U Got On?.14 comments
This is the dress. I would have a tendency to wear it just like it looks in the picture – dark tights, dark shoes. And I realize that’s a bit blah.
I am now the proud owner of this dress AND a black skirt. I know that’s not saying a lot, but really, for someone who spends spent 100% of her time in pants, this is major! Smoochy made such a production out of seeing me in the skirt that I am motivated – kinda – to add at least one more dress or skirt to my wardrobe.
So….help a sister out. Thanks in advance!
