What The Flop?

A Tribute...

2008-11-13T17:55:00.003-07:00

Nick's Birthday!

2008-05-18T20:26:00.009-06:00

So we explored our redneck side this weekend for Nick's Birthday.
It was my first trip to Bandimere Speedway, and I must say, it was fun!

Happy Easter!

2008-03-23T20:02:00.000-06:00

We decided to get the kitties each a fish for Easter...should be interesting!

Nick is a Superstar...

2008-03-17T20:56:00.010-06:00

Nick got to practice with the a couple of the Avs a few weeks ago... I just thought I would share. (He's the goalie for those of you that don't know)

Sushi Night In Aurora

2008-01-24T10:45:00.000-07:00

So Nick and I decided to go out for a little sushi dinner last night. I haven't had it in many years and was convinced I didn't like it, but Nick loves it, so we went. I had heard about a new place not far from where we live from a dart friend of ours. It's called Sushi Katsuya. We ordered California rolls, peppered tuna, spicy albacore, yellow tail sashimi, a baked roll of some kind with mushrooms and then something called the 'Marilyn Mon Roll.' It was the best thing of the night. It had scallops, tuna, avocado, rice, caviar, spicy mayo and sesame seeds. We highly recommend that and the spicy albacore. They were awesome. I can't say I hate sushi anymore.

My Two Favorite People....Nick & My Mom

2007-11-19T19:51:00.000-07:00

Nick's Hand Updated

2007-08-07T13:42:00.001-06:00

So Nick went to the doctor today for his first post-op appointment. Here's the result...

Before & After

2007-08-02T16:13:00.000-06:00

So for those of you that don't know...Nick broke the 5th metacarpal bone in his hand last Saturday. It was too serious to set and cast, so he had surgery today to repair it. Bye Bye Dart Dreams....his dart season is over. Not to mention a few weeks of recovery.

Nuff Said

2007-06-30T10:31:00.000-06:00

(I am more than happy to give credit for this, if someone can tell me where it originated?)

Dart Update

2007-06-13T14:43:00.000-06:00

Just thought I would let you all know that darts are officially over for all of us. Val and I lost in the first round of playoffs. Nick, Ben and Eric all lost in the second round. Sad :( If you're interested in playing steel tip darts in Denver, you can check out the RMDA website.

New Kitten! Updated

2007-06-10T10:09:00.000-06:00

So since the last post we have added another kitty to the clan. She is just over 8 weeks old and crazy hyper. No name yet, We'd be happy to take suggestions.

**Finally...she has a name....It's Ellie! Thanks for the suggestions!!

Meet Our Girls...

2007-06-03T14:15:00.000-06:00

Zoey

She was adopted from the Denver Dumb Friends League in August of 2003

Mia
She was given to me by a co-worker in May of 2004

They let me take these pics today...They both LOVE the camera and will usually sit while I take picture after picture.

We Did It...One Year!!

2007-05-20T15:22:00.000-06:00

May Update

2007-05-18T11:25:00.000-06:00

Hey All,
Sorry it's been a while...but here's what's been going on.

Nick has made a new friend...he lives in the giant tree next to our balcony. He has been named 'Jack Wonder.' Ah yes, because of his love for stale wonder bread. He will grab the bread right out of Nick's hand and he definitely hates the cats. After making lunch for my mom on Mother's Day, she sent home a can of stale cashews for him. Spoiled brat...Yikes!

As I said, Nick and I went to my moms to make her lunch for Mother's Day, after we had gone to his moms to make her breakfast. It was a really good idea, they didn't have to do anything and I think they really enjoyed it. We made Nick's mom Stuffed French Toast with Bananas and Walnuts. We made my mom a Sesame-Lime Shrimp Salad.

My mom was in, let's say 'a giving mood,' and tried to get us to take a bunch of stuff out of her garage home with us. Guess what Nick found...oh yeah, the original Rubik's Cube that my parents gave me in 1981. Yes folks, Nick wasn't born until 1982, so he never had one as a kid. He has been playing with the thing non stop since then. He swears he's gonna figure it out. :)

We have been making homemade chips, salsa and guac lately. Thanks to the fryer my mom gave us for Christmas. I think Nick may have put too much of something? I don't remember...but I thought it was good.

Speaking of...Nick's 25th birthday was yesterday. We didn't do much just went to the new bar across the street for $.99 cent pint night and then to watch Ben and Eric play their last regular season dart match.

Darts: Val and I are on a team called 'Lady and the Tramps' in B league, and No neither Val or I are the Lady. Nick is in A league and Ben & Eric are AA. We have all made playoffs. Crazy huh? So next week, Val and I play the first round of B playoffs on Monday and Nick plays his first round on Tuesday. Then Nick and I fly to Dallas on Wednesday, so we will miss watching the first round of AA playoffs. But don't worry, we planned our vacation so Nick could be back or round 2 the following week.

Go Rockies!!

2007-04-25T11:59:00.000-06:00

Nick and I went to the baseball game on Sunday! Aren't we cute!

It Was Bound To Happen

2007-04-18T21:58:00.000-06:00

Nick and I went to Old Navy today to take advantage of the 2 for $5 flip flop sale. (Not that I need any more, but that's not the point) Nick found a pair of shorts that he wanted to try on and took them back to the dressing room. He came out to show me how they looked and as Nick and I had a conversation about how cool the shorts were, the middle aged gentleman that was working in the dressing room looked at me and said
"I'll trade you...I can't get my son out of anything but Abercrombie!"
Nick looks like my son???...WTF? I know I'm 7 years older, but damn.

Everyone Is So Sweet

2007-04-14T12:18:00.000-06:00

So as I said, Nick baked my birthday cake. His mom (Diana) and her boyfriend (Dave) hosted a bbq for me. My friends and mom came, and I got some really nice stuff. Everyone is so sweet. My mom got me the star pendant that has been on my 'things i want' list forever. I love it.
It's very....Me.

My Boyfriend Rocks...If I May Say So Myself

2007-04-08T20:12:00.000-06:00

Just thought I would gush a little about my super sweet boyfriend. He baked my birthday cake. That is correct...baked my birthday cake. Chocolate with chocolate frosting. Yum!

Edge-cellent

2007-03-24T18:03:00.000-06:00

I love living in a country where I am constantly amazed by the stuff people invent, and as an avid baker, I LOVE this pan. Why the hell didn't I think of this? All edge brownies...brilliant.

Letter To a Thief

2007-03-23T21:16:00.000-06:00

To the asshole(s) who broke into my car a couple of weeks ago...

Thanks for breaking the smallest window (*although most expensive to replace)
Thanks for stealing my stereo, but being courteous enough to not cut the wires. (saved me
$20 on the $200 replacement)
Thanks for leaving your screwdriver...it's exactly what I wanted.

(*but a serious thank you to Nick who spent his time in a junkyard, ripping a window out of another car to save me $215)

Winter In Colorado

2007-03-01T20:06:00.000-07:00

So as I have said in previous posts its been snowing here for what seems like forever. So Nick and I have had to become a little creative in our activities. Dont worry were still going out and playing darts whenever possible, but trying to find other things to do when its freezing outside has been difficult. Last weekend we decided to take a drive up north to the Butterfly Pavilion. It is definitely for kids age 2-12, but don't let it scare you away, it was actually cool. (and we dont really get to see butterflies in Colorado) It's worth the $8 admission and a good way to kill an hour or so during the Colorado winter.

Happy Valentines Day, Part 2...Dinner

2007-02-15T12:13:00.000-07:00

Nick and I decided to stay home for Valentine's Day instead of going out to fight the crowds. We also decided that since we had a gift certificate to a gormet meat shop, we would make something we never eat. We bought 3 lbs of crab legs (the seafood guy was cool and hooked us up with some colosal ones too) As a kid I went crabbing in Oregon, but since then I have probably had crab legs twice, and I think Nick had only had them once before. We made a homemade steamer out of a stock pot, a pyrex bowl and a plate. We also had gruyere potato gratin and creamy garlic shells, it was so good, we ate all but 3 legs.

Happy Valentines Day, Part 1...Best Boyfriend Ever

2007-02-15T12:11:00.000-07:00

So my boyfriend who can't keep presents from me, decided to give me my valentines day gift 2 days early! (because that's when it came in the mail) I can't say he doesn't listen...he got me the Pinto purse. How awesome is that? It's SO cute. Yea Nick!

Super Bowl Eats

2007-02-05T18:43:00.000-07:00

So we were invited to a super bowl party/get together at our friends Ben & Val's house. I thought I would make the infamous Buffalo Chicken Dip to take as a nice snack. Well, it's super easy to make, the hardest part is hand shredding the chicken. It looks a little gross but tastes pretty damn good. It's all the flavor of chicken wings without the mess on your fingers. Get the recipe here.

Cars...More Than Transportation

2007-02-04T13:47:00.000-07:00

I love seaching the internet for interesting goods to buy, or wish I could buy. (See list on my sidebar --->) As some of you already know I mentioned the seatbelt bag last year and my mom bought it for me when she was on a business trip. I have carried it everyday since, but it's starting to get dirty. I'm sure there is some fancy seatbelt cleaner available but to be honest I kinda want a new purse and then I'll clean this one for later. Ok, so now that I've said all that, I found these bags and I LOVE them. They are made from vintage automotive fabrics.
I am especially fond of the 1977 ford pinto, the 1978 ford mustang and the 1977 chevy caravan. The Pinto is definitly my favorite, not only is it cute enough to carry everyday, but it's got to be a GREAT coversation starter.

Stupid F*ckin' Snow

2007-01-31T14:11:00.000-07:00

As I mentioned in the previous post it has been snowing here for 7 weeks, not 7 weeks straight, although it feels that way. (we have had at least one day of snow every week for 7 weeks) It's supposed to snow for another 2 days. Enough already!!

Gush

2007-01-27T13:02:00.000-07:00

So I know I've been gone for something like 69 days, (not to mention the 43 days before that) but I think I'm ready to take on the blog once again. I can't promise daily like before but... we'll see.

Lets start with a little catch up...

Nick and I have been together for 8 months now. Yay!! Everyone who knows us, knows what a feat this is. We had a bit of a rocky start.

I have changed jobs after 6 years at the hospital and I can't begin to tell you how happy I am. I'm not responsible for anyone anymore and damn it feels good. Sometimes the grass is greener on the other side.

It has snowed here at least one day every week for 6 weeks now. I'm soooo tired of snow and cold. I know, I know, I live in Colorado, but trust me it's been years since it's snowed like this. We haven't seen the dead grass for weeks now.

I have to go bake some peanut butter cookies for our friend Jon's birthday tonight. See ya!

I Look Like Who?

2006-11-18T09:09:00.000-07:00

I Guess I Remember How To Do This...

2006-10-05T15:15:00.000-06:00

So I guess it's been a month since I've posted. Where did it go?

It goes something like this...working...sick...working...sick...

mini vacation...quit my job.

I got the same cold/flu crap everyone else has and then it settled in my lungs, so I got an upper respiratory infection. I'm on my second round of antibiotics and still not feeling all that hot. My mini vacation was a trip to Grand Lake, Colorado with Nick, Ali & Charlie. It was SO much fun..you can see the pictures of Nick and I making out at FlipFlops if you so desire. It is a little later in the season than we are used to but a 'Shasta McNasty*' tastes the same no matter what time of year. I quit my job because I have a new one...starts October 16th...more about it later.

*Shasta McNasty = 180 energy drink with a shot of orange vodka dropped into it

It's a funny story, but I think I'll explain it in another post.

Sur-real

2006-09-06T16:06:00.000-06:00

Hey Everyone...Remember me? Sorry I've been slacking and unfortunately I'm frickin busy today so I only have one thing to say.

Tom & Katie's baby is beautiful. Not that I had any doubt that she would be, but damn.

Guest Posts Welcome

2006-08-24T16:40:00.000-06:00

So apparently my lack of attention to this blog has upset some of my loyal daily readers. (aka my mom) So here is my formal apology and invitation to those of you that think you can keep up with a daily blog, (on top of 52 hour work weeks, friends and a boyfriend) just let me know and I will be happy to let you guest post.

Elvis Gooey Butter Cake

2006-08-16T11:27:00.000-06:00

I got brave a couple of weeks ago and found this recipe online. (thanks Paula Dean) It sounded awesome, so after consulting my co-workers I decided to bake it.

Here is the recipe...

Cake:
1 (18 1/4-ounce) package yellow cake mix
1 egg
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter, melted

Filling: 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup peanut butter
1 whole banana
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
1 (16-ounce) box powdered sugar

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Combine the cake mix, egg, and butter together and mix well. Pat into a lightly greased glass 13 by 9-inch baking pan. Prepare the filling.
Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the eggs and vanilla. Add the peanut butter; beat. Add the banana and butter and mix well. Add the powdered sugar and mix well. Spread over the cake mixture. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes. You want the center to be a little gooey, so do not over bake.

OK, lets just say....EWWW! It was nasty. I brought it into work and only two people liked it. That's right folks, two out of 65 people would actually eat it. What the hell? That's the last time I get brave with something other than chocolate. You can never mess up chocolate.

Sorry...

2006-08-10T16:32:00.000-06:00

been super busy...I'll be back next week.

One Ocean View

2006-08-01T16:56:00.000-06:00

In the tradition of crazy reality shows like Filthy Rich Cattle Drive, I started watching One Ocean View on abc. Remember how Fabian was such a pain in the ass on the FRCD?

Well Usman is going to be the pain in the ass on this show. He's arrogant, egotistical and way too concerned about his hair. It's gotta make for good tv right? (Mondays 9pm mtn)

So That's What Those Are For...

2006-07-31T16:57:00.000-06:00

Thanks for the tip Julio

I Hate George Bush...'Nuff Said

2006-07-28T16:55:00.000-06:00

During Bill Clinton's tenure gas prices rose on average about 2% a year. Since Bush has taken over prices have risen on average over 17% a year. That's almost 9 times the rate of Bill Clinton. Think about it...Nine times!

Pillow Pants

2006-07-27T16:02:00.000-06:00

I'm a huge slacker, it just occurred to me that it's Thursday and I haven't posted in a week. Speaking of a week ago, we went to see Clerks 2 last Friday night. It was way funnier than I thought it would be and I was pleasantly surprised. I just have one thing to say...'Pillow Pants.'

I'm IT...Friday Five

2006-07-21T13:23:00.000-06:00

Damn You Jimmy and your tagging antics. I haven't posted on a friday in a while. Here it goes...
5 Things always in my laptop bag
Hmm...Considering I've carried my laptop bag a total of 4 times, this should be interesting.
1. Travel charger
2. A pen
3. Sticky notes
4. Sky Mall magazine, because I NEVER get tired of looking at it
5. The tag I cut off of it, yes I'm too lazy to throw it away

5 Things always in my purse
I just read the original on flea's blog and I like this question better, but I already did the laptop question...so tough, now there's six
1. My wallet
2. Lip gloss
3. Gum/Mints
4. Pen
5. Face Powder

5 Things always in my wallet
1. Debit Card
2. Drivers License
3. My business cards
4. A picture of the next tattoo I'm getting
5. Gift cards...I always seem to have at least one

5 Things always in my refrigerator
I'm with Jimmy on this one...My fridge is SO sad
1. Ketchup
2. A can of 7-up, because I hate it and will never drink it
3. Margarine, and lots of it...I use it for baking
4. Yeah...
5. That's it

5 Things always in my closet
1. A pair of 'Hammer' pants circa 1987
2. Way too many pairs of flip flops
3. Way too many pairs of pajamas
4. Way too many sweaters
5. Bridesmaids dresses

5 Things always in my car
If you know me at all, you realize how funny this question is...
1. Unlabeled CD's...I never know what's gonna be next
2. Pennies, and lots of them
3. At least one jacket/coat/scarf/hat, usually more that one of each
4. Ice scraper
5. Phone charger

5 (or more) Things always on my desk
1. Hand sanitizer...Duh, I work in a hospital
2. Highlighters
3. Stapler
4. Scissors
5. Sticky notes

Yea! Construction Workers

2006-07-20T16:20:00.000-06:00

The hospital I work at has been remodeling for...Oh, I don't know fucking forever...Or about a year and a half now. They finally finished the new ICU and have been making a big to-do about its opening. (just like they did with the ER, though the TV's in the private rooms are nice. Yeah yeah I know all about it, I'm clumsy) So today was the big launch and before they start moving patients into the new space they wanted to show it off with an 'open house.' When I say open house I mean tours, food and refreshments. So they make an announcement overhead and the mad dash begins. A couple of people in my department finally made it up there a little after noon. (I of course don't get to go because I'm working alone and can't possible leave my area longer than 2 minutes to pee) Here's the funny part...No food. The people catering the event have begun to tell everyone that the reason there isn't any food left is because they got a huge rush of construction workers and THEY ate all the food. Well, duh, they built the damn place. Wouldn't you plan for that? They are all still here working on other projects. So needless to say everyone in the hospital is pissed they didn't get any free food. I'm with the construction workers, I would have run my overworked/underpaid ass up there and ate all the free food too.

Duh

2006-07-18T18:56:00.000-06:00

Hell yeah it's hot...It's July. Duh!

Good News Mom...

2006-07-17T16:44:00.000-06:00

Kramer has some competition.

This cat weighs 33 lbs and eats 6 lbs of chicken and pork a day. Can't even imagine what that costs?

Makes Cents?

2006-07-13T17:25:00.000-06:00

I was watching one of the national news shows last night, and they did a story on the penny and how it costs 1.4 cents to make each one? Wait just a minute...That's 13 billion pennies per year at 1.4 cents each? I'm no math wiz but I think this is a problem. Due to rising metal costs it actually costs more than a penny to make a penny? I think I could do without them. Would you get rid of them or save them?

Here's the best part, who is a spokesman for the Save the Penny campaign? Oh yeah, Kevin Federline (aka Mr Britney Spears.) I'm sorry but I'm having a hard time making the correlation between pennies and Kevin Federline. Is there anything the man won't do?

Kissables

2006-07-11T12:20:00.000-06:00

The selection in the candy machine at work is pathetic. I wanted chocolate and my options were kissables, extra crispy kit kat or payday. Can someone explain the difference between kissables and mm's? Is Hershey's chocolate that much better? I think they taste just about the same.

Seriously? It Made How Much?

2006-07-10T16:24:00.000-06:00

Yes, I was part of that $132M opening weekend for
'Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man's Chest.'
I wasn't impressed, it was entertaining but slow and too long. Anyone else see it?

Sucked The Sadness Right Out of Me

2006-07-06T13:34:00.000-06:00

Nick and I saw 'The Lake House' last weekend and holy crap was it boring. It makes me mad when a movie has the potential to make me a blubbering fool and then falls short, really really short.

Measles Shmeasles

2006-07-05T13:07:00.000-06:00

Hi I'm back, don't know where I went but I'm back. So my mumps test results came back last week and there was good news and bad news. Well, actually it sucks either way, I do have immunity to the mumps but not the measles. Remember when you were a kid and had the series of shots before you went to school? It's called the MMR or Measles, Mumps and Rubella. I went to Employee Health today because they have decided to provide the vaccine to everyone who needs it. They are always willing to stick you with a needle. But here's the deal, you can't just get a shot for the measles you have to get the whole MMR again. wtf? The nurse says to me 'this will sting a little,' and jabs the tiny needle into the back of my tricep muscle. A little? Holy Shit it hurt. It was like a really really long burning bee sting. No wonder kids cry when they get that shot, I almost did. I did treat myself to Chipotle for lunch for all my pain and suffering. The really great news is I get another one in the other arm in 28 days. Fun! I can't wait.

It's Only Monday?

2006-06-26T18:17:00.000-06:00

Crap people my weekends are killing me. I'm so damn tired. On a side note...I'm ecstatic that the second season of 'It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia' starts on Thursday. I missed it so.

Damn You Otto Titzling

2006-06-21T18:05:00.000-06:00

Dear Otto,

Screw you for inventing the bra.

Sincerely,

Jess

Sometimes Working in a Hospital is Just Plain Scary

2006-06-20T16:23:00.000-06:00

Today I had to get tested for Mumps because the hospital 6 blocks away had an outbreak. Like everyone else I got all the vaccinations as a kid, but apparently there is still a 10-20% chance that you can get it anyway. Scary right? (& 3 years ago I tested positive for exposure to TB, awesome) Then to top off the day the nurses in my department thought they would do the blacklight handwashing test. Basically you get a special lotion to rub on your hands, they send you to wash them and then you get to see where you have missed. All the spots you miss are where the germs would be. Have you ever done this? It's nasty. I did well in the spots that most people miss. Yea! me.
(and no that's not my hand in the picture, mine was nowhere near that gross) Who says singing the alphabet song twice while washing your hands doesn't pay off? It so does.

Happy Father's Day Daddy

2006-06-18T12:15:00.000-06:00

So Did She Say Yes?

2006-06-15T15:21:00.000-06:00

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (associated press) - A marriage-minded man ran naked through his neighborhood, trying to show his hesitant girlfriend that taking risks is important. He got more than he bargained for when he ended up being chased and shot at. read more...

I'm not sure but I think that plan back fired?

An Undersea Lodge? Who Would Have Thought

2006-06-14T18:27:00.000-06:00

I accidentally found this on the net and I don't know about you but this scares me a little. The Jules Undersea Lodge. (even if I was a diver I don't think I could stay there) Plus it's like $295 per person/per night, or for the romantic diver, the honeymoon package is $1195. Uh, I don't think so.

General Confusion

2006-06-13T16:32:00.000-06:00

So a while back I was talking about summer TV and the fact that I wanted to start watching General Hospital again. So when I got home this afternoon I sat down to watch it. Wait, first let me start by saying that I have watched GH off and on for years. My mom watched it when I was a really young girl, and then I started watching it religiously in high school and even planned my college classes around it. After that the show started getting stupid so I stopped watching it regularly and I would just catch an episode here and there, like when I was home sick. But I was always able to catch up, things don't move quickly on a soap opera. That said, when I sat down to watch today, I was so frickin confused. Courtney has died? the baby belongs to Nikolas? and Sonny has gone crazy? When did it get so confusing? It used to be simple and I loved it. Let's see if I can get through another couple of episodes?

Stupid Cell Phone...Way to Ruin My Day

2006-06-12T18:55:00.000-06:00

Stupid frickin' cell phone decided to not to work anymore. The little chargie thingy has broken off and is now rattling inside the phone. Can't imagine why it doesn't want to charge anymore. Have to go buy a new one...Shit. I'll be back....

So here's the new phone I bought...Now I have to learn how to use it.

Oh, and let me tell you the best part, I can't get any of my phone numbers. So if you know me...You might want to text me and give me your number again :(

Purely For Ali's Entertainment

2006-06-08T11:19:00.000-06:00

Here ya go buddy...Just trying to help.

Quiz Stop

and here are a couple of my favorites...

Are You A Nerd?

The Pirate Adventure Quiz

If You Had 2 Heads, Would One of 'em Turn on You?

Thank You Colonel

2006-06-07T17:32:00.000-06:00

Today at work we (Alisha, Dana, Marsha and I) tried the New KFC Bowl. Who wouldn't love it? Mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, chicken and cheese all in one bowl? The general consensus...It's Awesome!

Dallas Recap

2006-06-06T18:56:00.000-06:00

Ok, so I found out Wednesday that my mom could get me a cheap ticket to Dallas if I could fly out Friday morning. Hey, long weekend in Texas and my cousin Tiffany was getting married...Fun right? Well, I had a 7 am flight out of Denver, which means I had to get up at 4:30 am to drive my tired ass to the airport. Not fun. My mom and cousin Todd picked me up from DFW and we drove to the small town where my family lives. I took a nap and then we were off to the rehearsal/rehearsal dinner. Yummy food. Saturday I woke up early thanks to the previous days nap and I started washing fruit. Then Todd and I went to the reception site so we could set up tables and linens. We spent the entire day in the blazing 95 degree super humid sun doing everything we can get our hands on to ensure Tiff and Michael's wedding was fabulous. The wedding was indeed beautiful and thank goodness for the frozen Bellini's at the reception. Tiffany and Michael looked fantastic and I think they had a good time. (I know they are having a good time in Mexico right now) After I finally got up at noon on Sunday, I spent the rest of the day by the pool (sweating my ass off) and then we drove back to Dallas. I also somehow ended up with a huge nasty bruise on the inside of my calf. How the hell did that happen? What's with me and bruises lately? Anyway, the flight back on Monday was a little bumpy and not fun for the scared flyer that I am, but that pretty much sums up my weekend.

Sorry Y'all

2006-06-01T13:02:00.000-06:00

I just don't have time to post this week. I'll be in Dallas until Monday. Have a good weekend.

Memorial Day Weekend Recap....

2006-05-30T19:14:00.000-06:00

BEER!

My Name is Jess and I Have a TV Addiction

2006-05-25T18:29:00.000-06:00

LOST didn't suck. I think I'll be excited to watch it when it comes on again in the fall.
The summer TV schedule better be good, I don't want to suffer withdrawal.
I've already started researching the Fall TV schedule. (ABC is offering sneak peaks)
I haven't watched Oprah in 4 days. (and it wont happen today either)
My DVR is at 42%, even though most shows are over for the season.
I'm thinking I might start watching General Hospital again. I haven't seen it in months.

LOST Let Down

2006-05-24T16:57:00.000-06:00

Does anyone else think this season of LOST is a let down? Last season I was home watching every week. I was devastated if I missed and episode, even though I was recording it. I could totally care less this season. I can't tell you how many times I was watching the previous weeks episode right before the new one. I'm hoping the 2 hour season finale brings me back. I need something really good to happen.

Does This Still Make Me a Daddy's Girl?

2006-05-23T15:15:00.000-06:00

So I talked to my dad today and he was complaining about how we never see each other. The sad news is we live exactly 5.2 miles apart. Anyway, we decided to go have a few beers tonight...On me. How cool is that? How many people have a dad that will go drink beers on a Tuesday night and let their daughter pay for it? I'm guessing not many.

I Got The Best Present Yesterday...

2006-05-22T16:25:00.000-06:00

Do you all remember when I posted this? Well, someone listened and bought it for me. I love it & I can't stop watching. (I can't believe I was 8 when this was on)

Nuts 101

2006-05-18T19:25:00.000-06:00

Ok, I'm picky about Nuts too, I wont eat them if they are sweet. One exception is chocolate covered hazelnuts.

Almonds - No
Brazil - No
Cashews - No
Chestnuts - No
Hazelnuts - Yes
Macadamias - No
Peanuts - Yes, including peanut butter, but preferably creamy not crunchy
Pecans - Yes
Pine - No
Pinon - No
Pistachios - No
Sunflower - Yes
Walnuts - Yes, but pretty much only in cookies or ice cream

Fruit 101

2006-05-17T14:48:00.000-06:00

Apples - Yes, green only
Apricots - Yes
Bananas - Yes
Blackberries - Jam only
Blueberries - Jam only
Cantaloupe - Yes
Cherries - Yes
Coconut - Yes
Cranberries - Juice only
Grapefruit - Yes
Grapes - Green only
Guava - No
Honeydew - Yes
Kiwi - No
Lemons- Yes
Limes- Yes
Mango - No
Nectarine - No
Oranges - Yes
Peaches - Yes
Pears - Yes
Plums - Yes
Pomegranate- No
Raspberries - Jam only
Rhubarb - No
Strawberries - Yes
Tangerine - No
Watermelon - Yes

Meat/Seafood 101

2006-05-16T17:55:00.000-06:00

Let me start by saying I will eat meat as long as it isn't prepared with anything sweet, NO SWEET MEAT. I also love my meat overcooked. Jerky is awesome.

Brats - No
Chicken - Yes, All day everyday
Ham - Very Rarely, but yes to bacon
Hamburger - Yes
Hot Dogs - No
Lamb - No
Pepperoni - Yes
Pork Chops - Yes
Ribs - No
Sausage - Yes, but not Polish
Spam - no need to even ask
Steak - Yes, if chopped and in something, never an actual steak
Turkey - All day everyday
Veal - No

I don't eat seafood. I will eat tuna occasionally, but only if it's packed in water, has a ridiculous amount of black pepper on it and served on saltine crackers. And that's it...Period.

Vegetables 101

2006-05-15T14:12:00.000-06:00

Recently more than one person has given me a hard time about how picky I am about food. I thought I would make a little list and you can tell me if it's that weird.
We will start with Vegetables.

Artichoke - No
Asparagus - No
Avocado - No
Beans - Yes (including black, pinto, lima)
Beets - No
Bell Peppers - No to all colors
Broccoli - Yes, but cooked
Brussels sprouts - Yes
Cauliflower - No
Cabbage - No
Carrot - No
Celery - No
Corn - Yes, but not creamed
Cucumber - No
Eggplant - No
Green Beans - Yes
Lettuce - Yes
Mushroom - No, occasionally if cooked in something like pasta sauce, not on pizza
Onion - Yes if cooked and in something, never raw
Peas - Yes (including chickpeas & black-eyed)
Potato - YES all day everyday, but not sweet potatoes
Pumpkin - only in pie or ice cream, no squash or zucchini
Radish - No
Spinach - Yes, preferably cooked
Tomato - Yes, if cooked and in something, never raw

Ok I've never actually made a list, so it's funny, but it's not that weird, is it?

Hey Jealousy

2006-05-11T08:10:00.000-06:00

I'm going to the Avs game tonight...they better win.

Drink....Period

2006-05-10T14:39:00.000-06:00

(Ok, so it just occurred to me that I wrote this post yesterday and saved it as a draft and then never posted it. Sorry ya'll)

So my mom called me at work today and we started talking about her upcoming trip to Vegas with her best friend. (bitches) Anyway, when I asked her what they were going to do this is kinda how the conversation went...

Me: "What are you planning to do?"
Mom: "There isn't a set plan, the only thing I really want to do is go to Toby Keith's Bar"
Me: "Where is it?"
Mom: "I don't remember, It's in the Vegas book at home, I can look it up"
Me: "Oh"
Mom: "Let me put it to you this way, I want to see what I want to see, eat when i'm hungry, sleep when i'm tired and....drink."
Me: "Well, you know you can carry your drink with you on the street"
Mom: "Oh, I KNOW"

That about sums it up, good point mom. Drink your little heart out.

Oh, Like You've Never Thought It?

2006-05-09T17:13:00.000-06:00

I think this is hilarious...

Beer vs Pussy

Beer is always wet. Pussy needs a little work. *One point to Beer
Warm beer tastes awful. *One point to Pussy
A really cold beer is satisfying. *One point to Beer
If after taking a swig of your favorite beer you find a hair between your teeth, you may vomit. *One point to Pussy
If you get home reeking of beer your wife may get mad, make a scene, kick you out, etc. If you get home reeking of Pussy your wife may get mad, kick you out, even leave you. There's definitely a point to be had here, depending on your point of view and personal circumstances. I'll just call it a DRAW for the time being.
Ten beers in one night and you can't drive home. Ten Pussy's in one night and you don't want to drive anywhere. *One point to Pussy
If you have a lot of beer in a public place, your reputation may suffer. If you eat any Pussy in public, you become a legend. *One point to Pussy
If a cop stops you and you smell of beer you may get arrested. If you smell of Pussy he may buy you a beer. *One point to Pussy
You normally don't find old beer. *One point to Beer
Too much beer and you'll think you see flying saucers. Too much Pussy and you'll think you've seen God. *One point to Pussy
Ripping off a beer bottle label is boring. Ripping off panties is fun. *One point to Pussy
In most countries there's a tax on beer. *One point to Pussy
If you have another beer the first one never gets pissed off. *One point to Beer
You can always be sure if you're the first one to open a bottle or a can. *One point to Beer
If you shake beer it'll get all agitated but eventually it settles down. *One point to Beer
With beer you always have choice: clear, dark, pilsner, ale, lager, etc. *One point to Beer
You always know how much beer is going to cost. *One point to Beer
Beer doesn't have a mother. *One point to Beer
Beer never expects to be hugged for half an hour after you drink it. *One point to Beer
(If you want to comment and tell me what #2o should be, I'll post the best answer!)

FINAL SCORE: Beer: 10 Pussy: 8

That's it! The matter is settled, the clear winner is: BEER
I don't know too many men that would agree, but that's another post.

The Norelco 'Bodygroom' Can Make Your BEEP Look Bigger?

2006-05-08T18:43:00.000-06:00

Although I am aware of the 'optical inch,' I generally make it a rule not to discuss male body grooming. With that said, this has got to be the best online product launch/commercial ever. Make sure you check out the main menu and look at all the options, it just gets better and better. Thanks to everlastingknowitall for the lead.

Holy Stress

2006-05-04T09:45:00.000-06:00

I am a little stressed right now...My brain is turning to mush. Need sleep. No, need beer. No, need sleep. Beer. Ugh, I don't even know. Is it possible to inject liquor directly into my veins while I'm sleeping? Has someone figured out how to do this. I don't need much, just a little drip throughout the night. It would help me wake up in a much better state of mind or I just wouldn't care anymore. That sounds good.

The Name Game

2006-05-02T13:49:00.000-06:00

Ok I'm obviously totally bored today...I snagged this from Flea's blog.

YOUR ROCK STAR NAME: (first pet and current street name) - KC Dartmouth
YOUR MOVIE STAR NAME: (grandfather/grandmother on your mother's side, your favorite candy) - Thelma York
YOUR "FLY GIRL/GUY" NAME: (first initial of first name, first two or three letters of your last name) - J Ash
YOUR DETECTIVE NAME: (favorite animal, favorite color) - Moose Blue
YOUR SOAP OPERA NAME: (middle name, city where you were born) - Ann Denver
YOUR STAR WARS NAME: (first 3 letters of your last name, last 3 letters of mother's maiden name, first 3 letters of your pet's name) - Ash Urr Mia (does anyone else think this is weird?)
PORN STAR NAME: (middle name, street you grew up on) - Ann Mansfield (oohh la la)
SUPERHERO NAME: ("The", your favorite color, the automobile you drive) - The Blue Saturn

Float-On

2006-05-01T14:27:00.000-06:00

So some of you are aware that I collect floaty pens. (and those of you who don't probably don't know me very well, at least not yet) So today one of the doctors in the hospital stopped by to bring me one from his recent trip to glamorous St Louis, Missouri. This is probably the 4th or 5th pen he has brought me and I know the second from St Louis, I mean how many different floaty pens are there from St Louis? Anyway, its so sweet that he thinks of me when he's traveling, or I guess it could be creepy. No no no I like to think of it as sweet, it makes me feel better.

Why floaty pens you ask? Well, about 4 years ago I was sitting at work talking to a friend and she was talking about her snow globe collection. She has an entire room for them, yikes. I just happened to see a print add in a magazine. It was a like you were sitting at a desk looking out the window at your brand new car in the driveway. On the desk was a coffee mug full of floaty pens. I thought it was a cool idea and it takes up so much less room than snow globes. That was it, I've been collecting since then. I don't remember how many I have but I'm a total nerd and they have their own display case.

I have mostly city/state floaty pens because cool people bring them back, (Thanks Todd) and I have a few cool odd ball ones like a fertility clinic pen. (Thanks Dana) I looked at a couple of sites today to see what was new in the world of floaty pens and a few made me laugh. If you any interest in animals, sports or the bible these should keep you entertained for a while. Oh, and don't forget the strippers, I have a few of these too.

The Freaky Wreath Lady

2006-04-27T16:51:00.000-06:00

OK, let me try to explain the 'Freaky Wreath Lady.' First, she lives next door to Magda. Second, she spends a large part of her day tanning in her own tri-fold tanning chair right next to Magda. Third, she ALWAYS has a wreath on her door that corresponds with a holiday. (I haven't seen Magda's door, she may be a wreath freak too, who knows?) The beauty in the picture started out a month ago as a plain wood wreath. Then day by day things start to appear. It's always a surprise when I come home, like a flower here and there, some plastic multi-colored Easter eggs and Voila. I'm pretty sure she adds one thing a day until she's satisfied. The eggs disappeared right after Easter and in return we got scent. Yes folks, it smells like flowers when you pass her door. Isn't that nice? You should see the 'Christmas wreath,' with ornaments hanging off of it, the 'Fall Leaves' wreath and my favorite is the 'Valentines Day wreath,' complete with cherubs.
I am so lucky!

I Want Cheap Gas Again!!

2006-04-26T14:44:00.000-06:00

What Do You Remember From High School?

2006-04-25T08:52:00.000-06:00

I got 10 out of 10...damn I'm good...and I went to Denver Public Schools for 12 years! Who says we're dummy's?
You can take the quiz here.

AgeGuess.com

2006-04-24T16:05:00.000-06:00

This website is a crack-up. How well did you do? I sucked...apparently I'm not good at guessing age based strictly on looks. (If I could talk to them for a minute I think I would do better)

I Knew I Was Worth....Something

2006-04-21T16:02:00.000-06:00

I am worth $1,132,520 on HumanForSale.com

Country Men

2006-04-20T12:05:00.000-06:00

This is why I'm loving country music right now.....thanks boys!

Dierks Bentley (he's my boyfriend, ok not really, but I sure wish he was)
I recommend 'Settle for a Slowdown' or 'Come a Little Closer'

Jason Aldean

'Why'

Eric Church

'How 'Bout You'

Brian McComas

'You're In My Head'

Magda Lives

2006-04-19T12:55:00.000-06:00

I told you she lives in my neighborhood. Yes my friends she is tanning practically naked. This is what everyone in my complex gets to see after noon. Before noon she's in her robe (as seen right) and yes, that is a golf club that she uses as a cane.

(She lives right next to the freaky 'wreath lady.' I'll try to explain her later)

**Update: So I took these pictures earlier and then ran inside to make this post. When I returned to my warm chair in the sun, I saw Magda stand up like she was going to go inside. Ugh, her robe thing fell off and I saw her in all her glory. I know how jealous you must be...Don't be. Eww! (1:12pm)

Respect

2006-04-18T17:28:00.000-06:00

It sucks being reprimanded by someone you don't respect

Easter, Tequila and Men

2006-04-17T17:48:00.000-06:00

OK, I'm struggling today...I'm super tired...Need sleepy.
Here's my Easter rundown.
I worked yesterday, yes I am aware that it was Easter, but someone should have informed my 'Catholic based' hospital. (They didnt seem to care) So after a fun-filled 6 hour shift, I headed over to my mom's for 'Easter dinner.' When I say 'Easter Dinner,' I mean we went to 3 Margarita's and drank heavily while pondering the absurdities of men.

What says Easter more than tequila and bitching about men?

Nada!

Scary Old Woman

2006-04-14T18:34:00.000-06:00

OK I swear the scary old woman from 'There's Something About Mary' lives in my neighborhood. I'll try to get pictures of her to prove it. Weird.

Hammer Time?

2006-04-13T12:43:00.000-06:00

I'm sure you all have been wondering where MC Hammer is...Good news, I found him and he's a blogger. (and he has so much to say, I think you too will be impressed, or not)

We Might Have To Start Going Downtown....

2006-04-12T21:51:00.000-06:00

So apparently the 18th season of the Real World is coming to Denver. The nightclub B-52 is being remodeled to make their house...It's huge & I cant wait to see what it looks like.

Mia Update / Car Mac'n

2006-04-11T06:26:00.000-06:00

So a couple of you have asked about Mia...she had her femur/hip surgery last Thursday. She has 14 staples, she is walking/limping on her leg already and on kitty valium. She is doing really well.

Yesterday on the way to work I was sitting at a stop light, and when I looked over at the guy in the car next to me was motioning for me to roll my window down. When I looked at him like he was crazy, he put his hand to his head like a phone and pointed at me to call him. I don't think so, but how funny is that? He was car mac'n! (thanks to Nick for the naming rights) He was good looking, but I didn't get his number.

Drunk Olympics 2006

2006-04-10T07:02:00.000-06:00

Our friend Ben asked us a few weeks ago if we would be interested in

participating in an all day event known as the 'Drunk Olympics.' It consists of 3 'sports,' a partner that is drawn randomly and plenty of drinking. So Saturday morning at 10:30, my partner James and I started with one round of Putt-Putt, bowled 2 games and then I don't even remember how many games of darts. It was my birthday, and so I may have been slightly intoxicated when it was time to play darts, oh yeah, I definitely was. It was so much fun and everyone was so nice. As you can see by the pictures, James and I won.

The Birthday Ring

2006-04-07T09:19:00.000-06:00

A few weeks ago I told you about the ametrine stone my mom had set into a ring for my birthday. Since I got it super early and my birthday is tomorrow, I wanted you all to see it on my hand. I love it!

PS Tomorrow is Drunk Olympics so I'm sure there will be plenty of pictures for FFIS. Oh, and I'll explain what it is next week. Have a good weekend.

Part is Parts...Right?

2006-04-06T19:11:00.000-06:00

So can someone please explain to me why dark meat is less expensive at KFC than white meat? They came from the same chicken right?

The Dream Ring

2006-04-05T13:01:00.000-06:00

Ok, so there are a few people out there who have never heard of an Asscher cut diamond. (it's by far my favorite cut) I had a very interesting dream the other night and this was my wedding ring, so I thought I would give you all a little lesson on my dream ring.

<--This particular ring is a 3 1/2 carat asscher cut with a 1/2 carat diamond and platinum setting.
(and roughly $50,000)

The "Asscher cut diamond" was developed in 1902 by the Asscher Brothers of Holland. It is a stepped square cut, often called the "square emerald cut." They have a deep step-cut crown and pavilion that create what we call the Hall of Mirrors effect. When you look directly into a well-cut Asscher diamond you see a wonderful illusion like an infinite hallway of reflecting mirrors. Cool huh?

Poor Mia - Part Two

2006-04-04T20:31:00.000-06:00

So the bad news is Mia did fracture the top of her femur. (thigh bone or hip, whichever you prefer) She needs surgery and the quote is $2400. Are you frickin' kidding me? So I'm looking into other vets/clinics and hopefully better prices. She's on pain meds and I'll keep you all updated.

(on the x-ray... look on the left side where the thigh bone/hip joins the pelvis)

Poor Mia

2006-04-03T09:24:00.000-06:00

I spent 3 1/2 hours (and almost $300) at the vet yesterday because my sweet little Mia hurt herself. I don't know what she did but she was limping and crying on Saturday night. The vet said she could have a fracture of the femur, so I'm waiting for the radiologist to read the x-rays today to know for sure. Luckily they gave me (and when I say 'gave' what I really mean is I 'paid' for ) some anti-inflammatory/pain meds so she's pretty much knocked out. Poor Kitty!

Blog to Blog

2006-03-31T19:03:00.000-07:00

So I think you would all be astonished if you knew how much time I wasted on the internet. But by far my favorite thing to do is click on that little button in the upper right hand corner that says "NEXT BLOG>>" Yup, I can do that for hours. Anyway, it takes you to someone else's blog. The best part is when you find people who just seconds before have posted something creative like "test" or "this is my first post." Who knew that would be exciting at 6:45pm on a friday? I knew. Sometimes I leave comments because I remember when my blog was new and nobody would leave a comment...that sucked.

HNT Series

2006-03-30T18:26:00.000-07:00

I was talked into doing one more HNT post and so I decided to post a series. All I can say is...don't leave me alone with a camera.

Happy Half Nekkid Thursday!

No Time For A Post....

2006-03-29T18:02:00.000-07:00

I'll catch you all tomorrow.

It's a Struggle....But Worth It

2006-03-28T17:38:00.000-07:00

So there are a few of you who don't know that I have been working on my family tree for about 6 years. Off and on for 6 years, not like daily for 6 years. But damn the internet it makes things so much easier. When I first started I had to go to the National Archives to search roll after roll of microfiche and it took hours and hours to find one census record. Now you pay a little fee for online access and they pretty much do the whole search for you. Yeah! Technology. I have also found distant cousins who are researching as well so we get to share info. Anyway, its really interesting and I would recommend you do it...If it interests you and if it doesn't...Ask someone else in your family to do it.

BTW...The picture is of the Hartley's circa 1912. The man in the middle and older lady on the right are my great-great grandparents with their 8 children. (lower left in the all white dress is my great grandmother)

Do You Ever Wonder...

2006-03-27T17:36:00.000-07:00

Why people make the decisions they make, especially when they effect other people?

Why people still make the wrong decision even after you give them the right one?

Why people are afraid of other peoples thoughts & feelings?

Why people can't seem to follow their own rules?

Why people are stupid about relationships?

Why people can't communicate?

I do

Guest Post by Ali...

2006-03-24T19:17:00.000-07:00

Jess is drunk and can't come to the internet at the moment.... please leave a message and she will get back to you.

HNT #6 Updated

2006-03-23T15:15:00.000-07:00

I know this week is a bit of a let down considering the picture last week, but this is the last HNT for a while.

I present my right hand...wow, huh? Yes my finger is crooked and it always will be. I had surgery on it 3 years ago after I jammed it into a metal divider (at work) and severed the tendon on the top of my finger. The surgery sucked and so does the scar.

The scab on the top of my hand is because I stabbed myself with my own finger nail yesterday.

Nice huh?