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Thanks for letting me vent

12.22.05 (11:32 am) [edit]

I must say I am really really ready for the Christmas break. I get a week off and don't have be back until the 3rd. One of my coworkers is so annoying that it makes me cringe. A coworker and I had lunch and he is getting on her nerves as well. I don't think he is doing it intentionally, but it is still aggrevating. A is one of those people you have to meet to be able to fully understand how frustrating he can be. But to give you an idea here is a short list... (Oh, the man is in his 30s and has 2 masters degrees.)

Lots of noise coming from his cubicle... things like "oh man!" "uuurgh" "Darn"
Oh and lots of snaps and slaps too.
If there is a change in routine it gets louder and more frequent.
Has to go home and tell his parents how much work he does in a day. When I asked him why he didn't estimate he said that would be a lie and he doesn't lie.
Every morning has the weather report. "Hot enough for you?" "Cold enough for you?"
"Are we having fun yet?"
Anytime he has to bring something to my desk he has to explain everything about the piece and starts by saying "This is an interesting little fellow."
Will stand behind you until you notice him.
If I am talking to my boss and A needs to ask him something he will stand there until you are finished... mind you we are all in the same room... it isn't like he had to go to another floor to find the boss.
Takes the whole day off to get the oil changed in his car.
Can't tell a story in under 10 minutes.
Picks at his nose during meetings.
Will bring you something work related before you even have your coat off.
Falls asleep at his desk.
Makes comments like "He is the president, so I don't question him."
Talks about his parents as "we" ... We have to do this.

Okay, so it wasn't a short list. My coworkers and I figure he has asperger syndrome. Pure guess on our part. He doesn't get sarcasam and doesn't know when to be quiet. Most days I can tune it out, but on days like today it all comes rushing back. Just very frustrating.

k

Cheers and Jeers

12.20.05 (8:55 am) [edit]

Today is our divisional party.I just got finished setting up and I am glad it is a more casual event this year than it has been in years past. I made my annual holiday word search. It tends to drive people a little crazy. I say don't blame me, blame Discovery Puzzlemaker. Most years we have a pot luck, but this year we decided to have it catered. Some people complained, but they are the ones who usually buy 4 bottles of pop and call it good. I end up spending $15-20 to make a salad, not including the time to put it all together. The meal to day cost $10... we get lasagna, salad, garlic knots, dessert and soda. Pretty yummy if you ask me.

Work has been a bit frustrating lately. My coworkers are great, it is people from other areas that are giving me grief. I hate that our unit is the first to get blamed when something goes wrong. 99% of the time it turns out that some other unit is at fault. Usually the one doing the blaming.

I have managed to sell a lot of jewelry this season. My stepmom took some to school and they sold over $150 in 2 days. I have even made some for a friend's boss... and they are in Illinois, which means I am expanding my market. :) I have also managed to sell a number of record bowls which makes me happy. Most of my friends are getting them this year as part of a mini gift basket. The ones who have gotten them seem happy.

Okay, time to get a little work done.
k

List

12.16.05 (12:33 pm) [edit]

Someone found my blog by searching for "am I really addicted to crack" and "big scary birds"
Nextel walky talkys get on my last nerve
Had our library holiday party... and am filling a bit full. But at least I am full on carrots and broccoli.
It snowed most of yesterday. It was so pretty, it coated everything. I felt positive since I didn't have to dig out my car.
Great interview on Fresh Air the other day about "misquoting the bible" (Too lazy to link to it.) I have a request for the book now.
Flirted a bit with somoene today... it was kind of nice.
The thought of sleeping in tomorrow makes me really really happy.
I am looking forward to getting a break and seeing my family.
Here is a link to some old school 80s games. Just be careful at work.

Stolen... Year in Review

12.15.05 (7:05 am) [edit]

Saw this on several blogs and since my mind is still sleeping I figured I would steal their ideas... This is the first sentence of the first blog entry for each month.

January Hello all.

Febuary Wow.

March Here is the recipie for the french toast that I mentioned in your blog not too long ago.

April Well, it looks like I am becoming known as the Music Nazi at LSV.

May Happy Monday. I am finally starting to feel better.

June I am tired of being told "you need to be the better person".

July I took a mini vacation from blogging.

August Crazy weekend here.

September See, I am never without my camera in hand... even when I am sitting in the car waiting for my ride.

October This story made me happy.

November This church is up the street from Gary's in SF.

December For the manly man you might want this gift

k

Just a few things

12.14.05 (1:42 pm) [edit]

This about made me fall out of my chair... Just becareful who is there when you read it. (Thanks Mark!)
I was listening to NPR the other day and heard this piece on the most recent inducties to the Toy Hall of Fame. It is nice that simple was the theme this year.
There was another about how annoying toys with sound can be. That they are set to a volume that can compete with noises of the stores and the other toys next to them.
I have extra record bowls, like 30, if anyone wants to buy any $10 including shipping. Moose keeps knocking them over.
My patience is at an extremely low level. Once the students go home I might be better.
I want to make Chex Mix this weekend. Let's see if I am motivated enough.
The word "this" looks strange.
Procuct plug... I love Indigowild products. They smell yummy. And I like their philosophy of if you aren't happy go walk the dog don't continue working... actually I think they say "bad juju".

Okay, I think that is all for now....

k

No noise makers for me

12.13.05 (1:27 pm) [edit]

Talking ot a couple of friends the other day I was trying to explain my dislike of New Years as a holiday. I get anxious even thinking about it. And I don't have a problem with parties any other time of year. Both had invited me to parties when I declined they were curious as to my reason. I think part of it is that NYs is really a couples holiday and as a single person I often feel removed from the party. The few times I have gone to parties I have usually wanted to cry by the time the night was over. It isn't anything a feeling I get from my friends, it is all on me. Also, we set huge goals for the new year ... ones we know we won't succeed in achieving. So the last couple of years I have had dinner with my friend Angela and her mom and some of their friends... surf and turf. There was no pressure so it was fun. I also learned not to make resolutions other than to be a better person than I was the year before and to laugh as much as possible. That is it. So, this year I will probably rent some silly movies and have some pizza. I don't need any more than that.

k

They are lucky I can only use my powers for good

12.12.05 (7:12 am) [edit]

The above photos is of my christmas tree. The little house ornament is one I got after my grandma died. My dad asked if there was anything in her house that I might want. I told him that I would like these house ornaments, there were a set of 3, and 2 cobweb ornaments that inclueded a story my grandpa would read each Christmas. I was lucky that no on else in the family wanted them. Each year now I try to find a special ornament. It can be sweet or sentimental, but it has to be unique. Last year I bought a wagon with a slice of watermelon, a rooster (with a santa hat on) and a mouse sitting on it. It is also very glittery. I also try to find a fun santa to add to my collection.

I got most of my shopping done this year. I scaled way back on what I am giving people. I am pretty broke this season, so it is going to be a simple christmas. I enjoy finding the perfect present for people, this just means I had to be more creative. The only frustrating part of the experience was the parking situation. That and people walking in a retail induced stupor. There needs to be an express walking lane for people on a mission.

Okay, back to work....

k

Genuine

12.07.05 (12:59 pm) [edit]

Okay, I am probably smokin' crack, but I told Samantha at Lady of the Lamp if she needed some holiday help I could work a few hours. Now it looks like I am going to be working the next 3 Fridays. Not getting paid, but if I sell any record bowls I get a better rate on them. So, if you know anyone in the Ann Arbor area looking for Christmas gifts send them my way. :)

I have realized I haven't written a "real" post in awhile. I was feeling lazy and I do so love a list. Another problem is that I have really gotten addicted to cubis 2 and some of the games on kewlbox. And I am afriad I left myself with little blog time.

My friend Jason asked if I had any crushes and I had to admit that I didn't, that I hadn't found anyone crushworthy in awhile. Unless you count the guy who brought some newspapers in to the video store the other night, but I only met him once which isn't enough for a crush. I don't get to see too many people these says, except the ones who are 18 which is a bit too young for me to even consider.

On the flickr page this photo has a bunch of notes explaining what is on the shelves.

Also, for those looking for a laugh Laurie Notaro has a new book out. She calls cheese "little squares of love" which is reason alone to read the book.

Okay, I am going back to work... really. No Cubis 2 for me today.

k

Many miles to go

12.06.05 (11:17 am) [edit]

I heard this story a few weeks ago and ment to share it with those who hadn't heard it on NPR the first time. It is about a man who had a lobotomy preformed on him when he was 12 years old and was just now ready to look at his experience and talk to his father about it. It was a facinating story. It shows how far we have come in treating mental illnesses and how far we still have to go.

I wish I had more to say. I haven't felt very creative word wise.

k

Tis the season

12.05.05 (6:45 am) [edit]

I really wish that I had something exciting to blog about, but alas it has been pretty quiet around here these days. But here are a few things that are going on.

Moose was given the gift of some shiney cat nip toys by my friend Carrie.
I managed to finish up some jewelry orders.
Thursday night at work I made 40 (give or take) pairs of earrings.
Watched Mr. & Mrs. Smith, the new Willy Wonka.
Made more record bowls. New additions are Queen, Deep Purple, Ratt, ACDC and Linda Ronstadt.
Found out my aunt may have about 100 records for me.
Had a craft night with C and a couple other friends. It is easier to feel motivated in a group setting.
We got several inches of snow here which is pretty for about a day and then it gets gross and dirty.

See, not exciting, but that is me in the winter time. It is hard to get out and take photos which makes me a bit sad. It is too dark when I get home from work and on the weekends I have other activities planned. I may just have to get out and do it anyway.

I need to go get breakfast....

k

Random stuff

12.01.05 (6:25 am) [edit]

For the manly man you might want this gift
I am at a loss as to what to get 90% of the people on my Christmas list.
Just heard that the state of Michigan has given my gas company permision to raise it's rates 47% I think my cat will have to become a Moosicle.
Those big furry sasquatch boots scare me. I mean really really scare me.
But not as much as the meowing cat Christmas carols. *shudder*
On a happier note I can get the Ghirardelli Peppermint Bark again.
Oh and the Peppridge Farms Gingerbread Family cookies
My family, well at least most of it, totally rocks.
I am feeling really creative these days... just wish I had the energy to do something with it.
Ready to make Christmas cookies. I guess if I use my oven it will heat the house up some. :)

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