Timely Manor

Call+Response Giving Widget

2009-03-16T09:35:00.001-07:00

YES, WE DID!

2008-11-05T08:23:00.000-08:00

Email of the Day (having nothing, whatsoever, to do with the election)

2008-11-04T16:44:00.000-08:00

I'll spare you the whole backstory, but below is an email reply from a longtime customer of our company. I found it both sweet and quite amusing. Enjoy! ;]From: Stephen B.To: The ContessaSent: Tuesday, November 04, 2008 4:21 PMSubject: Re: A package has been shipped to youThank Freaking God!Our Visualization HELPS!Along with your tremendous SKILLS! By the way you know you have never screwed up

Getting my flirt on

2008-09-07T21:09:00.000-07:00

So, I went to a Michael McN* concert with B&T Friday night. Michael is someone whose music I have long been a fan of. I hadn't seen him in years, but had recently discovered, much to my delight, that he was still making music. B&T had met and befriended Michael when he had played at their friend's big b-day shindig recently. The concert was at a small theatre. We sat in the 5th row, where we

Trouble the Water

2008-08-29T20:29:00.000-07:00

"of course" phase 2 > phase 3 (anger begins to mingle with the sadness)

2008-08-26T23:58:00.000-07:00

words were so convenient at the timesaid what you could to get into my mindand then dismissed mepushed me asideas if you were being kindyou were being kindand, of coursenever would have workedI should have knownit was never meant to bebut, of courseyou were only pretendingbut, of courseI believedsong was so enchantingat the timegave what you coulduntil you decidedit was just too hardso you pushed

Together, with ONE voice, we can make a difference

2008-08-21T15:08:00.000-07:00

What was the #1 song on the day you were born?

2008-08-06T16:23:00.000-07:00

Click here to find out!Mine was "Baby Love" by The Supremes. (I've always liked that song.)What was yours?...

Joe Cocker (with subtitles!)

2008-07-24T17:44:00.000-07:00

Quote of the day

2008-07-03T19:38:00.000-07:00

And so that I do remember to never go that far,Could you leave me with a scar?- from the song, "Scar" by Missy Higgins

The Fall

2008-06-29T22:59:00.000-07:00

Do yourself a favor and go see The Fall. It is one of the best films I have seen in a long time. I'm no movie critic, so I'm not going to attempt to critique it. Besides, I usually find that the less I know about a movie in advance, the more I enjoy it. So, just go see it. (You can thank me later.)

Quote of the day

2008-06-28T15:08:00.001-07:00

"Some day you're gonna wish you'd taken better care of me..."- from the song, "Sleepsinging," by the Damnwells

Quote of the day

2008-06-22T23:29:00.000-07:00

"I've always preferred the works of Godto the works of man because they're given,freely, to anyone who can appreciate them..." - from "All Passion Spent" by Vita Sackville-West

To Write LOVE On Her Arms

2008-06-16T00:01:00.000-07:00

Father's Day

2008-06-15T13:03:00.000-07:00

In Loving Memory of Madelyn Keller

2008-06-14T18:14:00.000-07:00

Today is the 3rd anniversary of dear Madelyn's death.Thank you, Madelyn, for the time you shared with us while you walked this planet.You were a bright and beautiful light and you still shine brightly in our memories. You are missed, indeed!With love and gratitude...C

Happy Flag Day, my fellow Americans

2008-06-14T11:14:00.000-07:00

Silly Llama Song

2008-06-06T14:07:00.000-07:00

Why?... Because we could all use a little more silliness in our lives.

To Write "Love" On Her Arms

2008-05-30T19:59:00.000-07:00

On Being a Mom (Happy Mother's Day!)

2008-05-11T09:23:00.000-07:00

It all began to make sense, the blank stares, the lack of response, the way one of the kids will walk into the room while I'm on the phone and ask to be taken to the store. Inside I'm thinking, "Can't you see I'm on the phone?" Obviously not. No one can see if I'm on the phone, or cooking, or sweeping the floor, or even standing on my head in the corner, because no one can see me at all. I'm

Living on the sidelines too long

2008-05-04T01:54:00.000-07:00

I had this epiphany the other day. (Well, OK, maybe it doesn't quite qualify as an epiphany, but I like the word, so I'm going to use it.) So I had this epiphany the other day, that for too long, I've been "living on the sidelines," observing, but not fully participating in my own life. This is due, in part, to having suffered what has felt like more than my fair share of heartbreak, in

Missing you, Dad

2008-05-01T13:23:00.000-07:00

Salvatore "Chip" Tassone, Dec. 1, 1939 - May 4, 1992

TeaBox Wisdom "Everyday Treasures"

2008-04-23T16:23:00.000-07:00

Diamonds and fancy cars don't make a life we remember. It's the quiet picnics in the orchard, the sudden yellow of a dandelion bursting through a crack in the sidewalk, and warm sand between your toes at the beach. It's a small child grabbing your hand, the ecstasy of puppy tails welcoming you home. These are our everyday treasures, what we take with us as we drift into slumber and what

New life for old blankets & towels

2008-04-23T11:23:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder what to do with those old worn-out blankets and towels?... Donate them to Annie's Blankets!The mission of Annie's Blankets is to provide comfort to lost and injured companion animals and to promote public awareness regarding the needs of homeless and ailing pets.

Somehow (In memory of Pat Tillman)

2008-04-22T19:17:00.000-07:00

After Pat's BirthdayOct 19, 2006By Kevin TillmanEditor's note: Kevin Tillman joined the Army with his brother, Pat, in 2002 and they served together in Iraq and Afghanistan. Pat was killed in Afghanistan on April 22, 2004. Kevin, who was discharged in 2005, has written a powerful, must-read document.It is Pat's birthday on November 6, and elections are the day after. It gets me thinking about a

Ode to My Beloved Pogonip

2008-04-01T16:23:00.000-07:00

My beloved Pogonip,my heart calls out to youMy heart calls out to your majestic treesand your beautiful meadow,now green with Spring's emerald blushMy heart longs for the intimacy with my Lord that I experience there,amidst His breathtaking creationMy heart recalls many long walks upon your familiar trailswith friends now gone from meMy heart desires to sit quietly and listen for the sounds of

Why I'm tired, cranky, indecisive and broke!

2008-03-19T12:00:00.000-07:00

New research suggests chronic pain affects the brain's ability to rest, disrupting a system that normally charges up some brain regions and powers down others when a person relaxes. <...>The early findings could explain sleep disturbances, decision-making problems and mood changes that often accompany chronic pain. <...> Patients know the drill. In the fragmented world of health care, they

I am so in love with this man

2008-03-13T22:13:00.000-07:00

When I hear his voice, I get all melty inside. Really, I'm telling you, it's love.

Panopticon

2008-02-18T20:18:00.000-08:00

Dictionary.com Unabridged (v 1.1)panopticon - n. 1. a building, as a prison, hospital, library, or the like, so arranged that all parts of the interior are visible from a single point. [Origin: 1760–70; pan- + Gk optikón sight, seeing (neut. of optikós; see optic)] Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary\Pa*nop"ti*con\, n. [NL. See Pan-, and Optic.] 1. A prison so constructed that the inspector

The Flip Side of Love

2008-02-14T14:14:00.000-08:00

Today, as lovers are exchanging cards, gifts, flowers, candies and kisses, I offer... the flip side of Love...Come in, I’ve been expecting youThere’s a knock on the door And Love walks throughAnd lights the fireSmiles the smileAs though Love were going to stay awhileAnd the fire breathes and weaves its spellBut then, Love runs out of lies to tellFor Love is restlessLove’s a flirtLove has places

Like Pie for Your Ears

2008-02-13T23:11:00.000-08:00

Enjoy this lovely video from Michelle Lewis...I had the pleasure of meeting Michelle one year ago today, when she performed at Cafe Limelight with Suzanne Brewer. She is delightful. Last time she was passing through town, on tour with Suzanne, the three of us met for pancakes. Pancakes with two lovely, talented, delightful young women--what's better than that (except, maybe, pie)?!

The Dead Dads Club

2008-02-13T10:23:00.000-08:00

Because I have been missing my dad so very much lately, because it was one year ago today that I learned that Debbie's dad had died, because this morning I read Dani's blog post about missing her deceased father... For all of these reasons and more, I share with you the Dead Dads Club quote from Grey's Anatomy.CRISTINA: "There's a club. The Dead Dads Club. And you can't be in it until you're in

My hopes are dashed, my heart has sunk

2008-01-10T20:45:00.000-08:00

Thank You!It is with great pride, understanding and acceptance that I am ending my campaign for President of the United States. When I entered the campaign, it was clear that we, as Democrats, had the most talented field of candidates in my lifetime running to change the direction of our country. And in the end, one of them will.Despite overwhelming financial and political odds, I am proud of the

My boys

2008-01-09T15:19:00.000-08:00

I was just thinking how ironic it is that, at the end of the day, rather than going home to my nice quiet apartment to relax, I go to the home of my dear friends, the Ns, where there are three little boys, all under the age of five. And there's no where I'd rather be than in the midst of that chaos. As a matter of fact, today, when I've been tired and irritable all day (my poor boss!), I keep

Early Death, a poem by Christina Rossetti

2008-01-02T16:30:00.000-08:00

Oh grieve not with thy bitter tears The life that passes fast;The gates of heaven will open wide And take me in at last.Then sit down meekly at my side And watch my young life flee;Then solemn peace of holy death Come quickly unto thee.But true love, seek me in the throng Of spirits floating past,And I will take thee by the hands And know thee mine at last.-- From "Early Death" Christina

Christmas Eve ponderings

2007-12-24T18:53:00.000-08:00

Wow, Christmas Eve already, and it still doesn't quite feel like Christmas to me. Not sure why... I've been to several Holiday events, including the Smuin Christmas Ballet and the annual Boomeria Christmas Carol Sing. I attended the Christmas play at Vintage Faith yesterday morning and I'm now at Mom's house, where the halls have been decked and the Christmas tree, decorated and lit, stands in

Richardson Gains Momentum!

2007-11-27T14:00:00.000-08:00

The Nation put it this way: "The action is with New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson." "If the pattern holds, the New Mexican will easily overtake Edwards and could begin closing in on Obama by the time New Hampshire holds its first in the nation primary. It is worth noting that, according to the polls, Richardson is now viewed as more experienced than either Obama or Edwards by the New

Ayyy, Maties, it's Talk Like a Pirate Day!

2007-09-19T16:41:00.000-07:00

For more info, click on the link: www.talklikeapirate.com

Fight Hate

2007-06-20T19:15:00.000-07:00

Please take a moment to watch this video. It was produced for Cyndi Lauper's True Colors tour this summer, and it's a pretty amazing testament to one of the most heartbreaking problems in our country today. http://www.hrc.org/FightHate

Johnny Depp, on music

2007-06-09T16:25:00.000-07:00

"There's nothing - you know - nothing else like music. Nothing that touches us on that, uh, that deep level. Music can open up so many emotions that we didn't know we had. It's the magical thing about musicals, you know, on the stage or on film or whatever. Love songs. They work so well because music touches us, emotionally, where words alone can't."

Johnny Depp, on children

2007-06-09T16:15:00.000-07:00

On his daughter, Lily-Rose... "I see this amazing, beautiful, pure angel-thing wake up in the morning, and nothing can touch that. She is the only reason to wake up in the morning, the only reason to take a breath. Everything else is checkers.""Anything I've done up till 27 May, 1999 was kind of an illusion, existing without living. My daughter, the birth of my daughter, gave me life.""Having

Terror in the Sky

2007-06-03T15:26:00.000-07:00

"President Bush, we urge you to implement a NATO enforced No-Fly Zone over Darfur."We respect your privacy. LifeNets.net will not rent, sell, or share your information with third party vendors. We will keep you updated with advocacy alerts. You can unsubscribe at any time. Get the CodeEmail your FriendsLearn More

a brief update

2007-05-27T10:34:00.000-07:00

Well, I realize I haven't posted for a while. I've been busy working, hanging out with "my kids," trying to recover from the accident (still hurting a lot), and looking for a car. Also spent a weekend in Chico with Mom, visiting my big brother and his kids. All in all, a pretty nice weekend, but the hours spent sitting in the car definitely took a toll on my still-recovering body. Now it's

My "boyfriend" David

2007-04-26T16:26:00.000-07:00

Isn't he dreamy? :)I think I'm in love!

"MoveOn.org's Virtual Town Hall: Iraq" highlights

2007-04-11T13:11:00.000-07:00

BREAKING NEWS: RICHARDSON BROKERS NUCLEAR DEAL WITH NORTH KOREA

2007-04-10T19:57:00.000-07:00

To: bill_richardson_for_president_organizers_forum2-membersDate: Tue, 10 Apr 2007Subject: BREAKING NEWS: RICHARDSON BROKERS NUCLEAR DEAL WITH NORTH KOREAFriends,I am proud to announce that while in North Korea this week to negotiate the return of US remains from the Korean War, which he was successful at, 2008 Presidential Candidate Governor Bill Richardson was also able to broker a deal with

Stop Iran War

2007-02-28T21:50:00.000-08:00

Click on the title above to watch the video.Click here to sign the petition.

A Picture's Worth A Thousand Words

2007-02-27T19:07:00.000-08:00

'nuff said.

3 A.M. Prayer Request

2007-02-26T03:43:00.000-08:00

A few hours ago, I was driving down Hwy 9 on my way home from a friend's house in B.C. As I rounded a curve, somewhere between B.C. and B.L., all of a sudden, there was a car in my lane, headed towards me, although at somewhat of an angle rather than directly head-on (thank God!). Since the other car was in both lanes, there was really nothing I could do to avoid a collision, unless I wanted to

Happy "Singleness Awareness" Day

2007-02-14T09:07:00.000-08:00

Matt Groening on Love and Romance:Romance is dead. It was acquired in a hostile takeover by Hallmark and Disney, homogenized, and sold off piece by piece. Love is a perky elf dancing a merry little jig, then suddenly he turns on you with a miniature machine gun.And, my favorite:Love is a snowmobile racing across the tundra and then suddenly it flips over, pinning you underneath. At night, the ice

Love's Too Familiar a Word

2007-02-12T08:52:00.000-08:00

I stepped into the room late last nightBecause late is the time I keepYou were sleeping warm as coalIn a pocket of comfort and white sheets But you don't startle anymore when I step into the roomThough the hour is later than midnightAnd neither window can place a moon. "I missed you," you sayAnd it sounds like a promiseWhen whispered half asleepYour skin still damp with sweatFrom thoughts your

Nietzsche on Dance

2007-01-07T19:07:00.000-08:00

I would believe only in a god who could dance. And when I saw my devil I found him serious, thorough, profound, and solemn: it was the spirit of gravity - through him all things fall. (Zarathustra, "On Reading and Writing")Dancing in all its forms cannot be excluded from the curriculum of all noble education; dancing with the feet, with ideas, with words, and, need I add that one must also be

Overheard at a New Year's Eve Party in B-town

2007-01-03T19:11:00.000-08:00

Conversation between female party guest and party host:G: The DJ is AMAZING! Does he do this professionally or just for fun?H: No, he's actually a lawyer.G: Really? Is he single? (laughs)H: (laughs) Yeah, I know, great taste in music, a lawyer... Just throw in a hybrid and you're like, "Hey, here's my heart, take it for a spin!"

Greetings for the New Year

2006-12-23T11:23:00.000-08:00

This lovely sentiment was the closing paragraph of an email message I received from *Last Night Santa Cruz:"Together, let's create a world full of play and celebration, where self-expression is a matter of course. A world full of surprises, in which relationships are authentic and open-ended. A world in which we share a direct connection to the world around us. Where one does not have to ask

Don't Almost Give. {GIVE}

2006-12-19T09:23:00.000-08:00

In the spirit of the season (or, at least, what it ought to be), please click on the title above and don't almost give.

Krampus Nacht

2006-12-06T13:19:00.000-08:00

Oh, the things I learn listening to KFOG...Click on the title above to learn about Krampus--the other guy who makes the rounds on the night before Christmas.

World AIDS Day

2006-12-01T00:01:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone,I hope you'll all join me in lighting a candle on the 3rd Annual Light to Unite website. For every candle lit, Bristol-Myers Squibb will donate $1 (up to $100,000) to the National AIDS fund. You can find more information and light a candle at www.LightToUnite.org.Please spread the word!Thanks.

Happy Birthday to Me!

2006-11-10T11:10:00.000-08:00

I just came across this bit of wonderfully good news on Watch with Kristin:Exclusive News: Studio 60 Picked Up For Full SeasonNov 9, 2006 12:30 AMThere's only one thing to say to all those recent rumors of the cancellation of Studio 60: Pttthhhhhht (or however you might write the sound of a tongue sticking out).Both NBC and Warner Brothers have now confirmed that the ratings-challenged (but

The Ultimate Answer

2006-10-24T00:42:00.000-07:00

If one types "the answer to life, the universe, and everything" into Google (without the quote marks), one will receive the answer 42 by Google calculator.Here's why, according to "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy":Some time ago a group of hyper-intelligent pan dimensional beings decided to finally answer the great question of Life, The Universe and Everything.To this end they built an

Democrat for a Change

2006-10-21T20:41:00.000-07:00

~THIS IS A PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT, BROUGHT TO YOU BY TIMELY MANOR~My friend, AB, sent the below message to me recently. I may be "preachin' to the choir" here, or in some cases not. Either way, I encourage you to check out the videos. Even more importantly, I urge you to vote on Tuesday, November 7th. ~~~~~~~~~~Subject: My political project 3Date: Mon, 16 Oct 2006 19:06:58 -0700 Hi, A

Today is International Talk Like A Pirate Day

2006-09-19T21:19:00.000-07:00

Yes, really! Check it out: http://www.talklikeapirate.com/

My new favorite blog

2006-09-14T16:24:00.000-07:00

Check out Shaun Groves' blog, "Shlog"--my new favorite blog: http://readshlog.blogspot.com/

The Wall of Silence

2006-09-10T09:31:00.000-07:00

I have this thing that I do when I'm really angry or have been hurt by someone. I put up a "Wall of Silence." I refuse to answer or return phone calls from the offending party, I refuse to reply to email messages from them. I have successfully maintained a Wall of Silence to protect myself from my ex--the last man I opened my heart to--for over a year now. It has been challenging at times,

What should I tell them?

2006-08-31T23:03:00.000-07:00

I find myself in the position of turning down an invitation to a dear friend's bridal shower in order to attend a "Leadership Development Day" with my church community. I don't think my "non-believing" friends even begin to comprehend why I would choose that over a "party." But my church community is my family. What we have goes deeper than friendship. What we have is _eternal_. I don't know

Boycott American Apparel

2006-08-26T11:26:00.000-07:00

(Or don't.) Click on the title above to read the article "American Apparel not progressive, just perverse" and decide for yourself.

Pancakes! (click here)

2006-08-18T09:11:00.000-07:00

I found this link on The Chocolate Lady's blog this morning (http://inmolaraan.blogspot.com/2006/08/i-like-to-make-pancakes.html). Check it out!

Quote of the day - dumb people vs. mean people

2006-08-06T22:30:00.000-07:00

"Dumb people are usually nice." - Shannon Marie

The score

2006-08-05T00:35:00.000-07:00

Three calls from the "ex" (no voice mail messages yet).Two email messages from "Fred Astaire."I'm counting on "Fred" to come up from behind and win by far more than a nose.

Quote of the day - pancakes vs. waffles

2006-08-04T13:48:00.000-07:00

My friend, Syl, makes the best damn pancakes I've _ever_ tasted. They're so good that I don't even put syrup on them. (Yes, they're _that_ good!) However, I must say that your average waffle is generally better than your average pancake. That said, here's today's "Quote of the Day.""I like waffles better than pancakes. Because waffles are like pancakes with syrup traps. They say to syrup, 'You

Waiting to exhale

2006-07-31T23:59:00.000-07:00

So I was sitting here, reading an old post about my last love, when my phone rang. I was somewhat startled because it was after 11:00 pm. I grabbed the phone, thinking it might be my brother, to whom I'd just sent an email. He had spent Saturday afternoon with the aforementioned "ex" and I was anxious to hear about it. Having not spoken to the "ex" in nearly a year, I am curious to hear what

I Heart Trivia, Part I

2006-07-28T11:44:00.000-07:00

IN CASE YOU ARE EVER ON A QUIZ SHOW1. A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out.2. A snail can sleep for three years.3. Babies are born without kneecaps. They don't appear until the child reaches 2 to 6 years of age.4. Butterflies taste with their feet.5. Cats have over one hundred vocal sounds. Dogs only have about 10.(I always knew cats were superior to dogs.)6. February 1865 is the only month in

Perhaps I was wrong.

2006-07-02T15:02:00.000-07:00

My phone rang ~12:30 today. The voice on the other end started in, rather abruptly, with, "I thought you said you go to the 11am." It was obvious who it was--the individual formerly known as "mystery man." I replied, "I said that I _sometimes_ go to the 11am. I woke up with a sore throat this morning, so I stayed home." He actually seemed a bit disappointed that I hadn't been at the morning

Bonfires & Stories

2006-07-01T00:54:00.000-07:00

Imagine our tribe around a fire on a dark night and ask yourself: do stories matter? -- David Guterson Author of Snow Falling on Cedars and co-founder of Field’s End, a writers’ community.

Even after the crummiest day, Matt Nathanson can make me smile!

2006-06-30T01:23:00.000-07:00

I was thinking of leaving it at that--just the title and nothing else, but that wouldn't be very nice, would it? OK, it wasn't the crummiest day--not really. A bit disappointing, yes, but I've certainly had worse days. You see, there was this man that I met, ever so briefly, at the "Refresh" retreat in May. We hadn't had a chance to exchange more than a few words at the time and then he was

Happy Anniversary Baby D!

2006-06-28T00:28:00.000-07:00

One year ago today, I met someone who would change my life--my precious, beloved Baby D. Who knew that I would fall so completely in love with him?! I certainly didn't, but, oh what a difference he's made. I am a kindler, gentler me since I met him. He is such a great joy to me, a delight to be with! When I'm with him, I'm happy. When he's gone, I'm blue. If I don't see him for a few days,

Bittersweet

2006-05-27T01:34:00.000-07:00

She said she usually cried at least once each day not because she was sad, but because the world was so beautiful & life was so short. -Brian Andreas

5! – The number you can say the loudest!

2006-05-08T21:37:00.000-07:00

No, I’m not going to explain that one right now, other than to (A) tell you that its origins (in my life, anyway) go back to my days as a quasi-DeadHead. I say “quasi” because I never fully embraced the lifestyle, and I never traveled further than a few hundred miles to see the band (and really, it was more to be with my friends than to see the band anyway); and (B) tell you to try it for

Reflections on Valentine's Day

2006-02-15T00:14:00.000-08:00

Just after midnight, Valentine's Day 2006Ever since watching "Love Actually" with some friends a month or so ago, I've had this mental image of a heart broken into a million little pieces. (If you've seen the film, you know what I'm referring to.) As the main menu screen came up with the aforementioned image, I said, "That's what my heart looks like."The other night I was talking to Camille

2006-01-28T22:58:00.000-08:00

Hello Dear Readers,I apologize for my extended absence from the World of Blog. My beloved laptop, "the girl," died on Christmas Eve, leaving me without internet access at home. This weekend I am enjoying a little "getaway" to the serenely beautiful Flip Flop mountains. My beloved former housemate, J, is gone for the weekend and was kind enough to let me stay at "the manse" while she's gone. I

A few days in the life of the Contessa

2005-12-19T01:07:00.000-08:00

Wednesday 12/14: Home group at Naba's. Mama J was having a "girls' night out" so I got extra time with Baby D. Joy! Oh, and we had a pretty cool discussion too. (The group, that is, not me & Baby D.)Thursday 12/15: Fabulous reception for the opening of the VFC/1st Pres. Advent Art Exhibit. The food was to die for! The art was nice too. :]Friday 12/16: Private party at Bimbo's 365 Club.

The "ex" files, Part Deux

2005-12-09T21:59:00.000-08:00

Here's the score:1) I haven't sent a reply to J.2) N called again this morning. We talked for over half an hour. He told me I'm the only woman he's ever loved. We haven't spoken to or seen each other in over two years and he's still pining for me.3) I have not heard back from S. The ONE of the three I'd _like_ to hear from, but no.C'est la vie!

Sleep-deprivation euphoria

2005-12-07T22:47:00.000-08:00

I was looking back over my post from last Friday and it struck me that it seemed inappropriately light-hearted, given the heaviness of the night before. I attribute this to the odd phenomena I know as "sleep deprivation euphoria," which I imagine some, if not all of you have experienced at some point in your life. Or perhaps it was simply the grace of God.

The "ex" files

2005-12-06T01:45:00.000-08:00

First, S showed up for my bday celebration. I was delighted. Then N called last week. I was completely caught off guard (not in a good way). Then, this morning, an email from J. Truly mixed feelings about this one. For months I've successfully resisted the temptation to call or write to him, and now this. He misses me. Why does that get to me? I guess it's because I want to believe that

Potential Blog Entries

2005-12-02T06:33:00.000-08:00

Hello dear readers,I'm sorry I haven't been writing lately. 'Tis the season for extra long hours at work and social engagements "a plenty." It's all I can do to keep up with reading my dear friends' blogs. (C, I finally caught up on yours this morning--who needs sleep?!)Over the past few weeks, I have come up with several titles for potential blog posts, but haven't taken the time (or expended

Gratitude (Another Fabulous Flip Flop Sunday)

2005-11-21T01:44:00.000-08:00

It’s 1:10am and I should be sleeping, but I haven’t felt this good in a long time and I want to enjoy it. I want to at least attempt to capture in writing what I am feeling because it is goood. It is a feeling of deep, joyful gratitude. I believe that it’s been building up in me since my birthday (10 days ago), but it was today that it really broke through and made its presence fully known.

cold showers and incontinence?

2005-11-19T02:33:00.000-08:00

I found this note on my door when I briefly stopped by home today:"One of the two water heaters that provide hot water to the building has failed and we will be unable to replace it until Monday November 21. There will be a reduced amount of hot water throughout this weekend. We apologize for the incontinence and thank you for your understanding and cooperation."

A Flip-Flop Sunday, or “The Madness Incident”

2005-10-16T22:29:00.000-07:00

For Camille, by request. :)I spent the earlier portion of the day at 327 with the fabulous Ms. O (a.k.a. Camille). She prepared a delightful breakfast of French toast, “snausages,” and coconut juice. After brekkie, C sorted through photos from her “Kanbodea” trip while I worked on (and finished—yay!) Baby D’s blanket. 327ers the M* ster and the T* ster both made appearances--it was delightful

This MUST be a bad dream--why can't I wake up?!

2005-10-03T20:53:00.000-07:00

I didn't "tempt fate" by saying, "Things couldn't get any worse" or by asking, "What next?!" or any of that. And yet, today... MORE BAD NEWS. For f*ck’s sake! Enough already!!Many of you know that my dear friend, the VQ, was diagnosed with stage IV cancer in January 2004. And then in November '04, after months of prayer and alternative therapies, we were told that the cancer was in complete

The world is on fire (click here)

2005-09-28T22:44:00.000-07:00

Hearts are worn in these dark ages You're not alone in this story's pages The light has fallen amongst the living and the dying And I'll try to hold it in, yeah I'll try to hold it in [Chorus] The world's on fire and It's more than I can handle I'll tap into the water (Try and bring my share) I try to bring more More than I can handle (Bring it to the table) Bring what I am able I watch

Like falling down and calling for help and then you get kicked in the stomach.

2005-09-17T23:23:00.000-07:00

(yes, i stole that from naba.) so now i have a viral infection. great. but i'm not bitter (ha). i am, however, a bit bored. i'm supposed to be resting--doctor's orders--and i don't do well with idleness. i don't have cable tv to keep me entertained, but i do have a plethora of video tapes. many of these tapes were inherited from my former housemate, the beloved J, and many of them are

endometriosis

2005-09-13T01:11:00.000-07:00

en·do·me·tri·osis (noun): the presence and growth of functioning endometrial tissue in places other than the uterus, often resulting in severe pain and infertility.As it grows, as its territory expands, I find the familiarity of the pain strangely comforting. Trouble is, the pain will, most likely, get a lot worse. And, although I am trying alternative methods, surgery seems inevitable. It

The Contessa's bio

2005-09-10T23:02:00.000-07:00

You _must_ read the fabulous bio that my charming & talented friend, Camille wrote for me. I've posted it on my profile. Enjoy!

It's good to be taken care of

2005-09-08T23:01:00.000-07:00

I spent last weekend as I have spent the past 9 Labor Day weekends--working at a large arts festival. Yes, I miss out on the fun holiday weekend BBQs and such, but there is a certain comraderie that develops within the festival staff and crew that I have come to look forward to and enjoy. My job at the festival keeps me tied to a desk all weekend. I have few opportunities to get away for food

Lost in the past

2005-09-08T22:31:00.000-07:00

It's 1996 on KFOG's "10@10" and I'm lost in the past again. Gin Blossoms "Follow you Down," The Wonders "That Thing You Do," Jars of Clay "Flood," Alanis Morrisette "Ironic," Wallflowers "Three Marlenas"... I remember it all so well. There was still a swing scene back then. I remember who I was hanging out with. I remember listening to these very songs on the radio, driving with friends to

Why we shouldn't have survived...

2005-08-28T22:21:00.000-07:00

I copied this from an old email I came across in my archives. For some reason, it particularly resonated with me this evening, so I decided to share it with you. Enjoy...According to today's regulators and bureaucrats, those of us who were kids in the 30's, 40's, 50's, 60's, 70's or even the early 80's, probably shouldn't have survived. Our baby cribs were covered with bright colored lead-based

It's good to have a fan, but it's better to have a friend

2005-08-28T00:42:00.000-07:00

'nuff said.

It's good to have a fan

2005-08-27T03:33:00.000-07:00

Need I say more? :)

Encouragement comes in many forms

2005-08-22T22:59:00.000-07:00

Was having a bit of a rough time the other night when this song came on the radio...O-o-h child things are gonna get easierO-o-h child things’ll get brighterO-o-h child things are gonna get easierO-o-h child things’ll get brighterSomeday we’ll get it together and we’ll get it undoneSomeday when the world is much brighterSomeday we’ll walk in the rays of a beautiful sunSomeday when the world is

But I'm not bitter

2005-08-22T22:22:00.000-07:00

Wake-Up CallTo sink into you and sleep for a long time.To lie against you,breathing,sleeping,lost,free,where I wanted to be.Nowhere.With you.But you woke up firstand left while my eyes were still closed,And I woke up alone.Now I'm wide awake.And I realize that there's more to seewhen I have my eyes open.I'm wide awake.The sun's up and it's in my eyes.I won't close them againwithout seeing.And you

Things I've learned

2005-08-21T23:21:00.000-07:00

1) Sometimes, size does matter.2) They like me! They really like me!3) Never underestimate the importance of a kitchen.Oh, you would like me to elaborate, would you?...All right then, here we go...1) Sometimes, size does matter. When one is accustomed to living in a 4-bedroom house with a 198 sq. ft. home office and an even larger bedroom, not to mention a kitchen chock-full of cabinet space,