Swear words haven't even been invented for this yet!

The irritation level of having sexdecillion (yes, that's a number) crickets in San Marcos is just incredible. Through the cricket-covered roof.

I wouldn't go outside if you paid me. I wouldn't go outside if Brad Pitt was out there. I wouldn't go outside if my living room was on fire. I can stand the heat.

They are smacking into my windows. Into my front door. Into my balcony door. GROSS!!!!!!!!

What if I wanted to run to Sonic for a blue coconut slushie and tator tots right now? (oooo, that sounds good) I couldn't. I made the mistake earlier of opening my door. BAM! Five inside right away. Let the killing spree begin. I got 'em all. But I bet I've killed at least a dozen since I came in from work.

I have locked myself in and have started mopping and wiping everything down with bleach. I can hardly stand the smell of my own apt. I mean it's okay, if I had a damn diving board the smell would be typical. But this isn't an indoor pool.

(BTW since I started writing this I've killed and vacuum'd up 4 more little bastards) I sure wish I didn't have this gapping hole all around my front door. :'(

*stuffs holes with PT's*

I had a very hectic day at work and just wanted to come home, have dinner and watch TV. I have yet to eat and after all the killing I've done, I don't feel so hungry anymore. And honestly I'm a little creeped out to lay down and go to sleep.

Some fun news from today ... I got to spend $300 on wine and cheese for this little meet and greet tomorrow in San Antonio. Oh how I love to spend money. And when it's expensed it's that much better.

(FYI - I just found, killed, and vacuum'd up 3 more - I can't even think straight - I am so disgusted)

I don't know if I should cry or scream. I've already used a whole can of Cutter Fogger. I have stuffed paper towels in the door - HOW THE HELL ARE THEY GETTING IN!!!!!!!!!!!

Texas is a gross state. WTF. I'm getting in the shower - it's the only place I haven't seen a bug yet today.

Goodnight from the bitter bug house.

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Tetris & Camping

I love Tetris. This is no secret. Jess and I played for about 8 or 9 hours one night while Gene was at work. When you start to not blink it's time to go to bed. Anywho, Gene found this new one a while back and for some reason or another we never hooked up and played. (I think my patience ran out trying to get it set up or something, I'm sure he has all the ugly details - haha) We played the other night for a little bit and now I'm chompin' at the bit to play again.



A couple posts back I said something about my hot water leaking in the kitchen. Mike tried to fix it but we, he, just ended up turning it off under the sink. I ran the dishwasher yesterday without thinking about this. The dishwasher goes through the whole drying process, stops and a couple hours later I go to unload it. Hmmm. There's warm Cascade all over everything. *turns hot water on**runs dishwasher again*

Last night I went camping. Under the stars, among all the little critters in Texas, in a tent with all the outdoor noises.

Now, take aways the stars and the tent.

I slept in my living room with what seems to be like a million crickets (really just one, I think) who was very, very vocal. Of course he's in the utility room so I can't get to him to end his little loud life. I woke up a couple times and he was still going strong. I woke up this morning around 7 and .... it was quiet. Ahhhh. *back to sleep*

I got "She's the Man" from Netflix yesterday. That movie was so much funnier than I was expecting. AND Channing Tatum was in it -- I did not know that or I would have seen it sooner. So very much worth it. :)

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...nevermind. Good movie - go rent it. I also go "16 Blocks" yesterday. I'll probably watch that tonight since it's another week before Desperate Housewives starts!

Time to run to Target. Just like everyone else in San Marcos does on Sundays. :) Adios!!

He's reached his Zenith

Comes out singing "Belief" off the new album. Good mix of old and new music, including "My Stupid Mouth" (my theme song). Perfectly tussled hair. Dress shirt. Cute little jeans. Dreamy hands on all his guitars.

Nice evening in Austin, Texas.

It was just a night at ACL, not even, just a little over an hour long of John Mayer.

I John Mayer!

:: Just think if I was really there and not watching it on the AT & T Blue Room Web Cast! HA ::

Brutus is really enjoying my yarn lately. He believes some are his toys, some are pillows and some are just to chew on. *sigh* Here's some cute pictures of him from Saturday morning while I was making breakfast.

I have errands to run today and it looks like it's going to rain -- so I best get going.

GO BUCKS!!

Cherry Coke, Easy Cheese / Ritz & Candy Corn

That's a white trash dinner if I do say so myself. I went to the store after work and after I put everything away I didn't feel like cooking any of it. Haha.

Time to practice. My dart throwing skills are that of a ... bad dart thrower. I've been throwing some tonight and by some I mean my arm is starting to hurt. I think my dart board is wondering why I'm mad at him. There's dart tips everywhere.

Back to important news ... John Mayer. I have decided against going to ACL. I have some friends going but I wouldn't go until later Friday night and my two choices of people to go with would rather fence each other with no protection than to see John Mayer. I heard ACL was like 100 times worse than CommFest so why deal with that for one hour of John Hottie Mayer?

And in other news .. my hot water is not just dripping in the kitchen now, it's a steady stream. Well, I'm not about to call in a little leak for the maint. man to come look at. I'd have to leave work, hide the boys and all kinds of BS. Mike came in yesterday, took his hat off and asked for a screwdriver. *awwww* He gets it all apart and goes "hmmm". So funny, so cute. He tried to help but the end result was just turning off the hot water underneath. So now when I want to do dishes, all I have to do is get on my knees & turn on the hot water from under the sink. I love that he tried. :)

I started to clean up my little patio today. I bought some bug killer and repellent. I sprayed a little and then screamed a lot. Lizards were coming out of everywhere. I scared the crap out of Brutus (and myself) when I ran in and slammed the door but boy did he have fun watching all the critters run around. I really just wanted to kill the 92837498123748 sugar ants that were out there but I think I got some lizards and several crickets too. Bonus!! And I might have gotten high too. That stuff stinks!

Time to shower, give the darts a rest and watch Laguna Beach!

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Don't give up on me yet. ;)

The concepts involved in a darter's stance at the hockey are generally misunderstood, taken too lightly, over-coached, exaggerated, sometimes ridiculed, and always scrutinized by others. How, where, and why a darter positions himself (or herself) just prior to the release of the dart towards the board has been, is, and will forever be, the source of continual controversy. However, some basic laws of physics and geometry will provide quick relief for the question "which is the best way to stand?".

The most popular form where the player places the right foot against the hockey and simply moves the left foot about a foot or so to the rear. By transferring the body weight forward toward the board, the heel of the left foot will rise, leaving only the ball/toe area in contact with the floor. You can also stand squarely at the hockey with the body weight evenly distributed between both feet. The toes of both feet are in contact with the hockey. The ball/toe area and the heel of each foot is in full contact with the floor.

Vacation Days!!

I haven't been at the bank a full year yet so I just assumed I had no vacation. When I went to Chicago I just took unpaid leave. (and we all know that turned into more days when United Airlines decided to leave me stranded for 3 extra days ... ok, stranded at Gene's house, not technically "stranded") When I went to Columbus I took unpaid leave.

Well, I have found out that I have over 40 hours of vacation AND almost 60 hours of sick time. You use them or lose them. So it's the middle of September and I have to find something to do with 100 hours before the end of 2006. :)

And I've even called in drunk twice (it's funny now, it wasn't the mornings of ... haha) and I still have 60 hours of sick time.

So hell ... why not start tomorrow? I am taking the day off. Yippie!

Time Warner is coming out tomorrow to give me a new modem since mine has decided to just quit. Then I might just sit and watch ESPN and MTV all day.

As for right now ... I'm just going to make dinner and listen to John Mayers new CD. God, I love him.

I'm considering spending an ungodly amount on an ACL ticket just to see him this weekend. *drool* I don't live in the live music capitol of the world for the cool, breezy summers. Right?




*** Monday Night Football is back!!! *** Woo hoo, I just got a call from the game. Wave to me on TV, Brian!! (sadly the Vikings scored while I was talking to him) Technically I should want MN to win but ... Purple football jerseys should be illegal.

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Huge Football Weekend

Let's quickly recap ....

Notre Dame ate Penn State for lunch.

Ohio State Dominated UT.

Cowboys ... could have done a little better for my liking.

The Eagles won, doesn't mean anything until October 8th. Bill -- want to place bets now?? *wink*

And tonight the Manning brothers played each other. That was entertaining until I fell asleep because I've been sick all weekend. Ha. It didn't quite hold my attn like that game in Austin on Saturday night. (But Peyton won, sorry little brother Manning)






Who all was at the OSU game? Matthew McConaughey ... hot, even in burnt orange. Lance Armstrong. Emmitt Smith. EDDIE GEORGE!! Archie Griffin. Earl Bruce. John Cooper. And Chris Carter.

What a great game. Our kicker may suck and you might think Ohio sucks .... but Saturday night, I was one proud Buckeye!! (and so was Cory!)




Going to work Monday is going to be nice. For all the crap I took on Friday and Saturday ... it'll be ... nice. :)

And for all you Texans, Yes, I know what a Buckeye is and Yes, I have seen them on trees and Yes, that's what's around my neck and No, you can't eat it. Unless it's the Peanut Butter and Chocolate kind.



Until Monday Night Football ... dun dun dun dun [/MNF Theme Song] :)