So I started a new blog, but I want to keep this one going...
The angle of this blog is "the lighter side" and at this time in my life, I keep forgetting a lighter side exists... so I am bringing it back so I don't go absolutely insane (if I am not already there).
My thoughts on the lighter side of life today:
1. Wine is great. I am glad it was invented. I think I am going to study up on wines and become somewhat of an "expert." I will drink a bottle of wine (ehem, I mean at least a glass) each day and learn about it.
2. If my career totally fails, I am going to start my own version of "Taxi Cab Confessions." I could totally provoke people to spill their guts and sign a waiver.
3. 2009 is my year. I will make it my year. 2008 was an accident and I learned 2931809234890134 lessons... maybe I will blog about them.
4. It is exhausting trying to be someone you aren't, so just be you.
5. I am going to give up my french fry addiction; it is spiraling out of control.
6. Next year I am running a full marathon--26 miles for 26 years of living.
Thank you for reading... I will blog again in the near future :)
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Tuesday, June 24, 2008
Thanks to Jeff...
So we had a good idea...
Anyone who knows me well enough, knows that everything in my life is random. Nothing ever works out the way I intend and you never know where I will be or what I will be doing. My lack of control, that drives me completely insane, is exactly what keeps me on my toes. I want everything to be planned, organized and figured out... but it never is so that is where this idea came from...
The idea is a reality show. Seriously, I mean I am young, poor and completely random so why wouldn't people want to follow my daily antics that lead me to unfortunate messes and predicaments? I am not rich living off my parents wealth, but struggling like a normal person facing the tribulations of an economy in flux and feeling the effects as if I am on the front line.
On any given day I can be doing anything from hanging out, to meeting ridiculous people to being hit on by bums on the street (which by the way can be an uplifting experience contrary to popular belief).
I can be found spending absurd amounts of money on things I can't afford to hustling to make some cash to pay my bills. I talk to just about everyone and I go on interviews as if they are my actual job (of which is something I do not have right now). Sometimes things happen and I seriously look around wishing someone was there to witness the unbelievable occurrences.
For instance, imagine a small incident where I repeatedly drove a shopping cart into a pole because "I didn't see it" and "I thought it was a ditch in the sidewalk." Yup, that is a true story.
Or the time I decided my trunk was impossible to open because the keyless entry button (which I formally knew as the "key to the century" because I misunderstood the name) didn't work and neither did the button from inside the car. I forgot the actual key in the hole would also do the trick... then once the trunk was open, it closed on my head because the hydraulic malfunctioned (and this was just one of a series of ten events that were unfortunate and happened before 10 a.m.).
Only me.
Where is my camera crew?
Anyone who knows me well enough, knows that everything in my life is random. Nothing ever works out the way I intend and you never know where I will be or what I will be doing. My lack of control, that drives me completely insane, is exactly what keeps me on my toes. I want everything to be planned, organized and figured out... but it never is so that is where this idea came from...
The idea is a reality show. Seriously, I mean I am young, poor and completely random so why wouldn't people want to follow my daily antics that lead me to unfortunate messes and predicaments? I am not rich living off my parents wealth, but struggling like a normal person facing the tribulations of an economy in flux and feeling the effects as if I am on the front line.
On any given day I can be doing anything from hanging out, to meeting ridiculous people to being hit on by bums on the street (which by the way can be an uplifting experience contrary to popular belief).
I can be found spending absurd amounts of money on things I can't afford to hustling to make some cash to pay my bills. I talk to just about everyone and I go on interviews as if they are my actual job (of which is something I do not have right now). Sometimes things happen and I seriously look around wishing someone was there to witness the unbelievable occurrences.
For instance, imagine a small incident where I repeatedly drove a shopping cart into a pole because "I didn't see it" and "I thought it was a ditch in the sidewalk." Yup, that is a true story.
Or the time I decided my trunk was impossible to open because the keyless entry button (which I formally knew as the "key to the century" because I misunderstood the name) didn't work and neither did the button from inside the car. I forgot the actual key in the hole would also do the trick... then once the trunk was open, it closed on my head because the hydraulic malfunctioned (and this was just one of a series of ten events that were unfortunate and happened before 10 a.m.).
Only me.
Where is my camera crew?
Thursday, May 22, 2008
NEW post... let's see if I can keep this up...
To begin, my apologies for not blogging before. I momentarily stopped due to some compromising circumstances forcing me to channel my energy into other, not-so-fun activities. No fear, here I am! I have a bunch of back posts that I never actually posted so I will try to get them up here soon... stick with me, much like the economy, I am in a state of flux...
How interesting is the phrase “I am sorry, but I?”
Think about it… It is an apology, followed by an excuse that is relevant to the apologizer. Let’s use a real-life example. “I am sorry I didn’t call, but I was out late.” Or “I am sorry I didn’t come over, but I forgot.” How many times can you hear “I am sorry, but I…” before you stop to wonder how selfish the phrase might be…
If every time you hear a SBI comment from a significant other it is a selfish excuse, then how many times can you put up with it before you realize that person has no regard for you or who you are…
It is funny how when someone gives a SBI we are quick to defend him/her due to our personal interests. When they use the phrase “but I” we often overlook the “I,” go straight to the excuse, rationalize then spin it so it sounds sensible to those whom with we discuss the situation. The simple word “I” put in the middle of the sentence changes the entire meaning to express an action of selfishness and not of sincere concern or apologetic nuances.
Ok, in some cases it is understandable. “I am sorry I forgot your birthday, but I fell down and experienced amnesia and frankly, have no idea who you are so how could I know your birthday?” is a medical excuse that cannot be frowned upon. Or maybe “I am sorry I slammed your car into the wall, but a bee stung my eye causing instant swelling and I damn near went blind instantly and was too stunned to take my foot off the gas and hit the break.” Clearly something uncontrollable and therefore, should be barred from punishment.
So you see, SBI is about 95% selfish and 5% other. That means for every 100 excuses, only 5 are legitimate (and you can reduce the fraction to figure out other patterns, but I only do simple math) and those are terrible statistics. Next time you try to defend a “Sorry, but I..,” be sure the clause after the “I” is sensible…and DO NOT overlook the “I.”
How interesting is the phrase “I am sorry, but I?”
Think about it… It is an apology, followed by an excuse that is relevant to the apologizer. Let’s use a real-life example. “I am sorry I didn’t call, but I was out late.” Or “I am sorry I didn’t come over, but I forgot.” How many times can you hear “I am sorry, but I…” before you stop to wonder how selfish the phrase might be…
If every time you hear a SBI comment from a significant other it is a selfish excuse, then how many times can you put up with it before you realize that person has no regard for you or who you are…
It is funny how when someone gives a SBI we are quick to defend him/her due to our personal interests. When they use the phrase “but I” we often overlook the “I,” go straight to the excuse, rationalize then spin it so it sounds sensible to those whom with we discuss the situation. The simple word “I” put in the middle of the sentence changes the entire meaning to express an action of selfishness and not of sincere concern or apologetic nuances.
Ok, in some cases it is understandable. “I am sorry I forgot your birthday, but I fell down and experienced amnesia and frankly, have no idea who you are so how could I know your birthday?” is a medical excuse that cannot be frowned upon. Or maybe “I am sorry I slammed your car into the wall, but a bee stung my eye causing instant swelling and I damn near went blind instantly and was too stunned to take my foot off the gas and hit the break.” Clearly something uncontrollable and therefore, should be barred from punishment.
So you see, SBI is about 95% selfish and 5% other. That means for every 100 excuses, only 5 are legitimate (and you can reduce the fraction to figure out other patterns, but I only do simple math) and those are terrible statistics. Next time you try to defend a “Sorry, but I..,” be sure the clause after the “I” is sensible…and DO NOT overlook the “I.”
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