*Cue some sort of awesome sound*
Ok, it's been a while, I will freely admit that. There's been Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, a break-up and soon a birthday since I have last written. I've just been busy between working in tourism, trying to get financial aid for school in order, etc. I know, a very lousy excuse. But hey, I will admit I dropped the ball.
It hasn't been completely unproductive though. At work, there are some Argentinian (Argentine? I'm going to go with Argentinian, even though I don't think it's the proper term) students that are working at the Mount Washington. First, I want to say that they are awesome. They have yerba mate as a social drink, they have Alfajores (which if you don't know what they are...THEY'RE AWESOME!) and they're incredibly generous. Seriously, they've been teaching me Spanish, and let's just say....I cannot roll my R's for the life of me. So, while they do have free entertainment, they're also highly forgiving of my linguistic failures. Hence why I chose the title I did. I cannot say that word for the life of me, I just know that it means railroad/train tracks. I also can't say Febrero. In essence, I can't speak Spanish unless I want to sound like a dumb American. Oh yay...
At least I've been catching up on my reading. The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman is really good by the way, if you're into globalization and geopolitics.Otherwise, go read Game of Thrones. Or if you're really lacking motivation to read, go with Curious George. Just throwing that out one there. But, I digress.
To get back on point, how is hanging out with Argentinians productive? Easy, I'm making friends. That can been quite a feat for me, considering I immediately come across as a hard ass, or as a likeable psycho. Yeah...but, once again, I digress.
Anyhow, I just got word that CNN is about to re-air the Republican Debate from last night, and I'm all for yelling at the TV telling politicians that their proposed policies are crap. Besides, Ron Paul is always fun to watch.I just feel bad for Jon Huntsman, he's the only intelligent one on that stage.
So, hopefully, I will be better about updating this blog in the future. But I won't make any promises on that one.
Showing posts with label CNN. Show all posts
Showing posts with label CNN. Show all posts
Sunday, January 8, 2012
Friday, November 18, 2011
How did we end up in November?
To start, I love Anderson Cooper 360's Ridiculist. Just my personal opinion.
Anyhow, I've been trying my best to enjoy my days off, but between the arrival of 25 baby chicks and a really bad recurring case of insomnia, it's been a tad difficult. However, there have been some good points, such as spending time with Robby and playing Modern Warfare 3 on a 30 foot movie theater screen.
Yes, I played Modern Warfare 3 on a movie theater screen. Be envious. Man, could you imagine Skyrim on that? but I digress.
So to start, my mom received her order of baby chicks yesterday. Don't get me wrong, they're incredibly adorable, but they're somewhat high maintenance. It also doesn't help that they're sharing the room with very angry jealous adult chickens. For those that don't know, if the chicks aren't with their mom, it's not like another chicken will adopt them. They'll eat them. There's a reason that chickens are reminiscent of velociraptors.
Anyhow, to the second point, I saw the boyfriend for the first extended period of time since September the other day. That's pretty demented, I'll even say that. However, it wasn't from a lack of trying, our schedules just did not mesh. but it was nice to see him, I will say that.
And sidenote, how in God's name did we get to the end of November? The idea of Thanksgiving on Thursday is blowing my mind, so in a way, I'm happy that I'm working that day. Time is just flying by too fast. My seasonal clock is back in April, even with it snowing outside right now. Before you know it, the 2012 end-of-the-world parties will be around the corner.
I really hope I'm not the only one who feels this way. Maybe the whole not sleeping thing is affecting my brain negatively. However, I have been mildly productive during my sleepless nights:
I've been reading "The World Is Flat" by Thomas Friedman. And it's making me want to take as much Chinese as possible, since America is not making good life choices. Sorry, pizza is NOT a vegetable.
I've used gift cards that I've been hoarding. So I got a perfume sampler pack from Sephora, since living in the boonies limits your scent options...you know there will be a blog post on that, c'mon.
And, I've been looking at internships. If I could get one at MSNBC or CNN, that would be amazing. I just have to be back at Plymouth...so that's in the pipeline for the summer potentially. Of course, that would probably mean that I'd have to watch what I write, which would kind of be sad. But still, the opportunity would be amazing.
Anyhow, I am going to attempt to sleep tonight and I need to get pellets for the stove. But, I leave you with a cute animal picture to ponder.
Anyhow, I've been trying my best to enjoy my days off, but between the arrival of 25 baby chicks and a really bad recurring case of insomnia, it's been a tad difficult. However, there have been some good points, such as spending time with Robby and playing Modern Warfare 3 on a 30 foot movie theater screen.
Yes, I played Modern Warfare 3 on a movie theater screen. Be envious. Man, could you imagine Skyrim on that? but I digress.
So to start, my mom received her order of baby chicks yesterday. Don't get me wrong, they're incredibly adorable, but they're somewhat high maintenance. It also doesn't help that they're sharing the room with very angry jealous adult chickens. For those that don't know, if the chicks aren't with their mom, it's not like another chicken will adopt them. They'll eat them. There's a reason that chickens are reminiscent of velociraptors.
 |
| The odd colored one on the far left has been dubbed Hernando Cortez. Hey, at least the chickens have original names here. |
Anyhow, to the second point, I saw the boyfriend for the first extended period of time since September the other day. That's pretty demented, I'll even say that. However, it wasn't from a lack of trying, our schedules just did not mesh. but it was nice to see him, I will say that.
And sidenote, how in God's name did we get to the end of November? The idea of Thanksgiving on Thursday is blowing my mind, so in a way, I'm happy that I'm working that day. Time is just flying by too fast. My seasonal clock is back in April, even with it snowing outside right now. Before you know it, the 2012 end-of-the-world parties will be around the corner.
I really hope I'm not the only one who feels this way. Maybe the whole not sleeping thing is affecting my brain negatively. However, I have been mildly productive during my sleepless nights:
I've been reading "The World Is Flat" by Thomas Friedman. And it's making me want to take as much Chinese as possible, since America is not making good life choices. Sorry, pizza is NOT a vegetable.
I've used gift cards that I've been hoarding. So I got a perfume sampler pack from Sephora, since living in the boonies limits your scent options...you know there will be a blog post on that, c'mon.
And, I've been looking at internships. If I could get one at MSNBC or CNN, that would be amazing. I just have to be back at Plymouth...so that's in the pipeline for the summer potentially. Of course, that would probably mean that I'd have to watch what I write, which would kind of be sad. But still, the opportunity would be amazing.
Anyhow, I am going to attempt to sleep tonight and I need to get pellets for the stove. But, I leave you with a cute animal picture to ponder.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Watching The CNN GOP Debate...Yep, Sums Up My Night
Evening everyone,
I'm watching the debate right now, and I've come to this conclusion: We're screwed if any of these people get into office. Could you imagine diplomatic talks with them? Or even family chats...oh geez. I mean, if there were more moderate republicans on that stage, maybe I'd have more tolerance. But if this is the best we have, none of them are getting my vote.
Anyhow, not much is new in my life, outside of the fact that I had waited on an amazing couple tonight. They were an older couple from Maine, and they were celebrating her birthday. And they were academics too, which was AMAZING. Compare that to my previous table, who happened to be occupied by angry Texans.
If you can't tell that I miss college environments, well, here's your sign. However, I'll freely admit I don't miss the GPA stuff...kinda took the fun out of learning. But, I am about to start a writing class online via UNH, so at least then I'll be entertained. You know what that means? This blog becomes my guinea pig. Be prepared everyone for what will ensue.
And I just heard Rick Perry say Nuke-u-lar...Dear God. With that, I'm gonna whip up an alcoholic beverage and call it a night. Besides, I'm just ranting here like a Zulu Shaman, or an insanely tired person...or something...yeah, we'll go with that.
I'm watching the debate right now, and I've come to this conclusion: We're screwed if any of these people get into office. Could you imagine diplomatic talks with them? Or even family chats...oh geez. I mean, if there were more moderate republicans on that stage, maybe I'd have more tolerance. But if this is the best we have, none of them are getting my vote.
Anyhow, not much is new in my life, outside of the fact that I had waited on an amazing couple tonight. They were an older couple from Maine, and they were celebrating her birthday. And they were academics too, which was AMAZING. Compare that to my previous table, who happened to be occupied by angry Texans.
If you can't tell that I miss college environments, well, here's your sign. However, I'll freely admit I don't miss the GPA stuff...kinda took the fun out of learning. But, I am about to start a writing class online via UNH, so at least then I'll be entertained. You know what that means? This blog becomes my guinea pig. Be prepared everyone for what will ensue.
And I just heard Rick Perry say Nuke-u-lar...Dear God. With that, I'm gonna whip up an alcoholic beverage and call it a night. Besides, I'm just ranting here like a Zulu Shaman, or an insanely tired person...or something...yeah, we'll go with that.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
News Flash: I'm going home!
Yeah, the title says it all. And sorry for such a small post, but trust me, it will be worth it.
I finally have a time slot in my life where I can go home and see my family and pets, even if it's just for a day and a half. But I'm mostly excited about the pets.
By the way, I love my mother to death, I need to put that out there. (Imagine if I did not put that little disclaimer there. This would probably be the first blog post she would ever read. Seriously though, I love my mom.)
Even more so, I get to sit back and enjoy the craziness that is my house. I may not be able to blog for a day or two, but here's a preview of what's to come:
A cat who spends time with a chicken and a rabbit;
Two dogs that sleep on the couch with shedding hair that sticks to you like a baby koala;
The two other cats who are just special, including the one and only Widget;
My mom and I bonding over horrible SciFi Channel movies (and no, I'm not calling it SyFy. That name change was just moronic.), as well as CNN;
Bonding with the chickens who will be feeding me by laying eggs;
Getting fresh food from the garden ;
Potentially spending time with my friends from high school, might talk about that;
You get the gist.And God knows what else will happen.
And don't you all worry, there will be pictures. How can I talk about insanity without the proof of its existence? Especially the chicken-cat-rabbit relationship, that's just quality craziness.
And you know what? I'm totally looking forward to it.
Be Prepared, America. Things are about to get hairy. No pun intended.
I finally have a time slot in my life where I can go home and see my family and pets, even if it's just for a day and a half. But I'm mostly excited about the pets.
By the way, I love my mother to death, I need to put that out there. (Imagine if I did not put that little disclaimer there. This would probably be the first blog post she would ever read. Seriously though, I love my mom.)
Even more so, I get to sit back and enjoy the craziness that is my house. I may not be able to blog for a day or two, but here's a preview of what's to come:
A cat who spends time with a chicken and a rabbit;
Two dogs that sleep on the couch with shedding hair that sticks to you like a baby koala;
The two other cats who are just special, including the one and only Widget;
My mom and I bonding over horrible SciFi Channel movies (and no, I'm not calling it SyFy. That name change was just moronic.), as well as CNN;
Bonding with the chickens who will be feeding me by laying eggs;
Getting fresh food from the garden ;
Potentially spending time with my friends from high school, might talk about that;
You get the gist.And God knows what else will happen.
And don't you all worry, there will be pictures. How can I talk about insanity without the proof of its existence? Especially the chicken-cat-rabbit relationship, that's just quality craziness.
And you know what? I'm totally looking forward to it.
Be Prepared, America. Things are about to get hairy. No pun intended.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)