I think I'm finally coming to peace with the fact that I'll never be one of those bloggers who only posts the occasional well-crafted, interesting, relevant entries. I'm a minutiae blogger. Because this is my outlet in many ways, I tend to just blurt shit out. I do, I can't help it.
This weekend was awesome in several ways - most notably because most of it was spent inside, laughing, being cozy, and just relaxing. I can feel the speed and obligation of the holiday season coming, and I am trying to nip all of that stress right in the bud.
Other than spending tons of time lounging around, reading the paper, clipping coupons, cuddling with the dog, and reading my book club book for November, I also got a chance to see "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer." It was lame. That's really all I can say about that.
Oh, and Jessica Alba is a horrendous actor.
I also spend some time catching up with an old friend from high school and college. She invited me to her daughter's 5th birthday party, and it was all that a kiddie party should be. Super mellow adults, just hanging out with some good food and good company. It was also in a cute subdivision out in the suburbs, which only fueled my citydweller jealousy for things like tumbled stone patios, backyards, and garages. The birthday girl, who is whip-smart, highly articulate, and incredibly polite was adorable the entire time (even when she mysteriously appeared downstairs having applied blue eyeshadow where blush should have gone). She gushed aloud over every gift, and when she received her big gift (a dollhouse) I thought her head might actually pop right off her body and go rolling through the foyer. So cute. If you're reading this, Laura, thanks for the invite!
In other, more competitive news, I opened up a serious can of whoop-ass on Sean in our NASCAR fantasy league. Then he proceeded to trounce my pathetic word-nerd abilities at Scrabble. So I think we're even.
I also made Cheesy Chicken & Rice, and Penne with Roasted Tomatoes. Both were adequate at best, but I have my ideas about how to fix them in the future. Next up on the recipe list? Turkey burgers tomorrow night, and pumpkin bars for a family party this weekend.
I also switched out my seasonal clothing and rearranged my closets, since it would seem that we're finally out of the 60's here in Chicago. (yesssssssssssss! bring on the snow!)
What did YOU do this weekend?
This weekend was awesome in several ways - most notably because most of it was spent inside, laughing, being cozy, and just relaxing. I can feel the speed and obligation of the holiday season coming, and I am trying to nip all of that stress right in the bud.
Other than spending tons of time lounging around, reading the paper, clipping coupons, cuddling with the dog, and reading my book club book for November, I also got a chance to see "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer." It was lame. That's really all I can say about that.
Oh, and Jessica Alba is a horrendous actor.
I also spend some time catching up with an old friend from high school and college. She invited me to her daughter's 5th birthday party, and it was all that a kiddie party should be. Super mellow adults, just hanging out with some good food and good company. It was also in a cute subdivision out in the suburbs, which only fueled my citydweller jealousy for things like tumbled stone patios, backyards, and garages. The birthday girl, who is whip-smart, highly articulate, and incredibly polite was adorable the entire time (even when she mysteriously appeared downstairs having applied blue eyeshadow where blush should have gone). She gushed aloud over every gift, and when she received her big gift (a dollhouse) I thought her head might actually pop right off her body and go rolling through the foyer. So cute. If you're reading this, Laura, thanks for the invite!
In other, more competitive news, I opened up a serious can of whoop-ass on Sean in our NASCAR fantasy league. Then he proceeded to trounce my pathetic word-nerd abilities at Scrabble. So I think we're even.
I also made Cheesy Chicken & Rice, and Penne with Roasted Tomatoes. Both were adequate at best, but I have my ideas about how to fix them in the future. Next up on the recipe list? Turkey burgers tomorrow night, and pumpkin bars for a family party this weekend.
I also switched out my seasonal clothing and rearranged my closets, since it would seem that we're finally out of the 60's here in Chicago. (yesssssssssssss! bring on the snow!)
What did YOU do this weekend?
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