1- Did you kiss anyone?
Yes.
2- Did you date anyone?
Just a few...
3- Are you going to kiss someone when the ball drops?
If anyone tries anything I'll punch them in the face.
4- Did you lose any friends?
Nope...I don't think so anyway.
5- Did you gain any friends?
Yes.
6- Did you do something new?
I did EVERYTHING new...
7- Did anyone important to you die?
No, thank God.
8- Did you change?
I've changed SO much.
9- Are you happy with the year over all?
It has been very different. But yes...I think I am happy over all.
10- What's the best thing that happened to you?
I got a job...I'm not poor person on the street.
11- Did you fall in or out of love?
Well...if I fell in love I fell out of it...fast.
12- Are you happy the years almost over?
Yes...I think so. I'm ready for a new year.
13- Are you going to change something about yourself next year?
I'll take care of myself more. And I want to be better at keeping in touch.
14- Do you think 2009 will be a better year then 2008?
Of course!
20- Did you go on a summer vacation?
Florida, baby!
22- Did you get into a fight?
I don't remember it if I did. Must not have been important.
23- Did you leave the country
Nope...sadly.
24- Did you have a good birthday?
It was kind of weird. I had a Sex in the City cupcake and sushi.
25- Did anyone in your family get married?
Not yet.
26- Do you think you grew?
So much.
27- Did you dye your hair?
I got blond highlights.
28- Who do you think you were on the phone with the most?
Ari or Mom
29- Did anyone sing to you?
Yes...but that's a long story.
30- Did you sing to anyone?
Myself in the shower.
31- Did anyone tell you they loved you?
Yep! What's not to love...
32- Did you ever go to the hospital?
Nope. I hate hospitals.
33- What did you drink and eat the most?
Water and probably hummus.
35- Did you change your profile over 10 times?!
I'm not sure. I don't think so.
36- Did you change your default at least 20 times?
No.
37- Did you get a tattoo?
No.
38- Did you vote?
No.
39- Are you going to make a new years resolution ?
Yep...
41- Think you’ll date someone in 2009?
Probably. Hopefully he's better than the ones last year!
42- Where will you be when the ball drops?
Times Square!
43- Do you think you will make new friends in 2009?
Probably. But it's hard to believe they could be better than my friends now.
44- Are you hoping to meet someone special in 2009?
Hehehe...
45- How do you feel, another year has passed you by?
I feel ready...bring it on!
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
Thanksgiving a little late
Pictures to come!
After reading this story (http://living.health.com/2008/07/10/want-happier-lif-try-being-thankful/) from Healthy Living, I’ve decided to dedicate today’s post to what I’m most thankful for. After careful consideration, here are the top ten:
1) New York City: As much as the congestion, pollution and general nastiness make me want to turn around and run in the opposite direction, there are so many things to love about NYC. Below are some pictures that should help explain:
2) My job: It’s stressful, yes, but it’s also really an amazing opportunity. I’m learning about the publishing world, sales, online marketing, multi-platform marketing programs, as well as media kits, inserts, advertorials and event planning. Honestly, I think with this job on my resume I could go so many different directions. I have options. And I also just got a merit raise today!
3) My family: They are amazingly supportive. Beyond what’s necessary. I love them more than words can say. We’re talking THIS MUCH…
4) My friends: I kind of have girly friend crushes on all of you. And yes, that was supposed to be a little creepy.
a. Ari: You know more about me than anyone else except my mom. We’ve grown together so much (can you believe how much and for how long? 17 years!) and I love that I can always count on you for a shoulder to cry on. Or constantly whine on. You’re my friend soul mate!
b. Erin/Megan: I’m only lesbian for you two. I love our three ways more than I can express. So hot…You guys are my safe place when I’m angry at the world and want to kill EVERYONE (which is often) or when I need someone to pull me back from the brink of bull shit. And yes, Erin, I still do love all things beautiful.
c. Jessica/Tiff: You are two of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. Can you believe it’s been five years since I started living in your dorm room? Time flies. I can always count on you for encouragement, inspiration and a good laugh. We really are the three musketeers. And we really should be on the same continent at some point.
d. Katie: GREEDY KATIE!! You are so…(at the risk of sounding like my grandmother) PRECIOUS! I just love you and you are such a delight. And you are the only one who I can really talk fashion with--a very important job.
e. My other friends who make my life worth living: I really want to write a paragraph for everyone but I’m at work and probably should get back to it soon. So…Tessa, Angie, Red, Jeanne, Alisa, Adrienne, Carmen, Leighton, Cole, Helena, Emily…I am SO thankful for you and I want you to
know that.
(Now that all the obvious things are out of the way…)
5) Cocktails: I am SO thankful for cocktails, especially gin and tonic with lime. I also REALLY like (surprise!) cosmos. At their best cocktails are served at lunch time after a manicure and while wearing a large cocktail ring from nOir.
6) Being single: As much as a family sounds nice in theory, I’m really happy where I am right now with my marital status. I’m sure all that responsibility will come in time. Let’s not hurry it.
7) I like myself: This is something that I’ve struggled with in the past, but I really think that I can honestly say these days, I like myself. I think self-love is the foundation that happiness is built on. If you don’t like yourself, you make all kinds of self-destructive decisions that just make you hate yourself more in the end. Believe me, I’ve been there. And just to clarify—self-love is not selfishness (although it can develop into that). I just think you need a healthy respect and love for your body and your mind. It’s the temple of God after all.
8) Christmas: I love this time of year. And New York is amazing right now (see #1) with the decorations in Bryant Park, Central Park, Fifth Ave, and even my little Williamsburg is getting in on the Yuletide cheer. And the Lord and Taylor window displays are simply lovely. I even decorated my room in honor of the mother of all western holidays. Like my Charlie Brown bachelorette tree?
9) I’m Italian. Need I say more?
10) It’s winter: Although I hate snow more than Hitler and pedophiles, I do like winter in theory. I like wearing coats and mittens. I like hot herbal tea. I like cozying up with a book and a candle and watching the nastiness outside have no affect on me. And I like ice-skating, presents, and holing up in my room with good excuse: three things that come with cooler weather. This in no way makes me happy in the cold…just so you know. I’m just trying to be thankful here.
After reading this story (http://living.health.com/2008/07/10/want-happier-lif-try-being-thankful/) from Healthy Living, I’ve decided to dedicate today’s post to what I’m most thankful for. After careful consideration, here are the top ten:
1) New York City: As much as the congestion, pollution and general nastiness make me want to turn around and run in the opposite direction, there are so many things to love about NYC. Below are some pictures that should help explain:
2) My job: It’s stressful, yes, but it’s also really an amazing opportunity. I’m learning about the publishing world, sales, online marketing, multi-platform marketing programs, as well as media kits, inserts, advertorials and event planning. Honestly, I think with this job on my resume I could go so many different directions. I have options. And I also just got a merit raise today!
3) My family: They are amazingly supportive. Beyond what’s necessary. I love them more than words can say. We’re talking THIS MUCH…
4) My friends: I kind of have girly friend crushes on all of you. And yes, that was supposed to be a little creepy.
a. Ari: You know more about me than anyone else except my mom. We’ve grown together so much (can you believe how much and for how long? 17 years!) and I love that I can always count on you for a shoulder to cry on. Or constantly whine on. You’re my friend soul mate!
b. Erin/Megan: I’m only lesbian for you two. I love our three ways more than I can express. So hot…You guys are my safe place when I’m angry at the world and want to kill EVERYONE (which is often) or when I need someone to pull me back from the brink of bull shit. And yes, Erin, I still do love all things beautiful.
c. Jessica/Tiff: You are two of the most beautiful souls I have ever met. Can you believe it’s been five years since I started living in your dorm room? Time flies. I can always count on you for encouragement, inspiration and a good laugh. We really are the three musketeers. And we really should be on the same continent at some point.
d. Katie: GREEDY KATIE!! You are so…(at the risk of sounding like my grandmother) PRECIOUS! I just love you and you are such a delight. And you are the only one who I can really talk fashion with--a very important job.
e. My other friends who make my life worth living: I really want to write a paragraph for everyone but I’m at work and probably should get back to it soon. So…Tessa, Angie, Red, Jeanne, Alisa, Adrienne, Carmen, Leighton, Cole, Helena, Emily…I am SO thankful for you and I want you to
know that.
(Now that all the obvious things are out of the way…)
5) Cocktails: I am SO thankful for cocktails, especially gin and tonic with lime. I also REALLY like (surprise!) cosmos. At their best cocktails are served at lunch time after a manicure and while wearing a large cocktail ring from nOir.
6) Being single: As much as a family sounds nice in theory, I’m really happy where I am right now with my marital status. I’m sure all that responsibility will come in time. Let’s not hurry it.
7) I like myself: This is something that I’ve struggled with in the past, but I really think that I can honestly say these days, I like myself. I think self-love is the foundation that happiness is built on. If you don’t like yourself, you make all kinds of self-destructive decisions that just make you hate yourself more in the end. Believe me, I’ve been there. And just to clarify—self-love is not selfishness (although it can develop into that). I just think you need a healthy respect and love for your body and your mind. It’s the temple of God after all.
8) Christmas: I love this time of year. And New York is amazing right now (see #1) with the decorations in Bryant Park, Central Park, Fifth Ave, and even my little Williamsburg is getting in on the Yuletide cheer. And the Lord and Taylor window displays are simply lovely. I even decorated my room in honor of the mother of all western holidays. Like my Charlie Brown bachelorette tree?
9) I’m Italian. Need I say more?
10) It’s winter: Although I hate snow more than Hitler and pedophiles, I do like winter in theory. I like wearing coats and mittens. I like hot herbal tea. I like cozying up with a book and a candle and watching the nastiness outside have no affect on me. And I like ice-skating, presents, and holing up in my room with good excuse: three things that come with cooler weather. This in no way makes me happy in the cold…just so you know. I’m just trying to be thankful here.
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
The Blues
Yesterday it started really snowing. The kind of snow you can see on your black coat for more than two seconds. The kind of snow that sticks.
Yuck.
It actually got warmer, oddly enough, before the blessed event. I guess I’ll take warmer weather and icy precipitation over frigid wind and piercing rain.
I’ve been feeling down lately. And it’s not because of the snow (I don’t think). I’m just…blah. And it’s a little strange because I can’t put a finger on why I should feel this way. Greedy Katie is coming up on Friday. My sister is here picking up my laundry and cooking me dinner. My parents are coming next week. It’s Christmas for crying out loud! What’s my problem? I’m going to make a decision to snap out of it. And I’m going for a run today. Yay, endorphins.
Tomorrow Sarah and I are going to a salon. She’s getting a cut, style, and manicure. I’m getting an ion treatment. My hair is so fried after years of straightening it really needs some conditioning. Professional conditioning.
Last night, Sarah and I ate veggie burgers and salad and watched Thelma and Louise. I put it in my Netflix queue because EW ranked it one of the 40 hottest movies. Let’s just say the only hot part of the movie was watching the two drive their Thunderbird off the Grand Cannon with sweat dripping from their foreheads. Brad Pitt performed his role with a country accent and he might have been the only entertaining part of the movie outside of the ending. I forgot how lanky he used to be. But my goodness…what an ass. Then I painted Sarah’s toenails and went to sleep.
It was an exciting evening.
Yuck.
It actually got warmer, oddly enough, before the blessed event. I guess I’ll take warmer weather and icy precipitation over frigid wind and piercing rain.
I’ve been feeling down lately. And it’s not because of the snow (I don’t think). I’m just…blah. And it’s a little strange because I can’t put a finger on why I should feel this way. Greedy Katie is coming up on Friday. My sister is here picking up my laundry and cooking me dinner. My parents are coming next week. It’s Christmas for crying out loud! What’s my problem? I’m going to make a decision to snap out of it. And I’m going for a run today. Yay, endorphins.
Tomorrow Sarah and I are going to a salon. She’s getting a cut, style, and manicure. I’m getting an ion treatment. My hair is so fried after years of straightening it really needs some conditioning. Professional conditioning.
Last night, Sarah and I ate veggie burgers and salad and watched Thelma and Louise. I put it in my Netflix queue because EW ranked it one of the 40 hottest movies. Let’s just say the only hot part of the movie was watching the two drive their Thunderbird off the Grand Cannon with sweat dripping from their foreheads. Brad Pitt performed his role with a country accent and he might have been the only entertaining part of the movie outside of the ending. I forgot how lanky he used to be. But my goodness…what an ass. Then I painted Sarah’s toenails and went to sleep.
It was an exciting evening.
Friday, December 12, 2008
My Friday Morning Wake-up Call
I saw the saddest thing today while I was walking to the subway. There were two little boys—they couldn’t have been older than 10—and they were talking while waiting to cross the street. One had his hair teased into a Mohawk and they both had huge ratty puffer coats and pants that were at least three sizes too big.
My first reaction when seeing them: How cute. Little gangstas.
Then I went back to thinking about all the projects I had to finish today. That is, until I got within hearing distance. It was unbelievable.
The boy on the left (sans-mohawk): Man, my brother knocked a guy off last night.
Right boy (with Mohawk): With what?
Left boy: With a gun, you dumb ass.
Right boy: He had it coming, right?
Left boy: Hell yeah! He had the crack.
Right boy: Oh.
Left boy: My brother don’t take no shit.
Right boy: Yeah.
Maybe the kid of the left was making the entire thing up to impress his friend. But what if he wasn’t? And what does that say about those boy’s futures when a murder would impress them? It was really, really sad. And of course "sad" doesn't quite describe it.
On a whole different note, my sister is here and I'm a little worried for her. She says one of her finals didn't "go through" so now she has to re-take the class. But she is all set to go to UCF in January and I really hope that doesn't affect her starting classes there. And she doesn't want to tell mom. Which always ends up being a mistake. But we had a really nice time last night--I made a spelt noodle, green bean, pesto dish and salad for dinner. Then later we talked over hot chocolate and oatmeal raisin cookies (that I baked!). I have to say, I was really impressed with myself. I also have expelled every ounce of domesticity for the entire week. It's time for take-out, late nights and cosmos!
And Emily is coming tonight! Fun times ahead...
My first reaction when seeing them: How cute. Little gangstas.
Then I went back to thinking about all the projects I had to finish today. That is, until I got within hearing distance. It was unbelievable.
The boy on the left (sans-mohawk): Man, my brother knocked a guy off last night.
Right boy (with Mohawk): With what?
Left boy: With a gun, you dumb ass.
Right boy: He had it coming, right?
Left boy: Hell yeah! He had the crack.
Right boy: Oh.
Left boy: My brother don’t take no shit.
Right boy: Yeah.
Maybe the kid of the left was making the entire thing up to impress his friend. But what if he wasn’t? And what does that say about those boy’s futures when a murder would impress them? It was really, really sad. And of course "sad" doesn't quite describe it.
On a whole different note, my sister is here and I'm a little worried for her. She says one of her finals didn't "go through" so now she has to re-take the class. But she is all set to go to UCF in January and I really hope that doesn't affect her starting classes there. And she doesn't want to tell mom. Which always ends up being a mistake. But we had a really nice time last night--I made a spelt noodle, green bean, pesto dish and salad for dinner. Then later we talked over hot chocolate and oatmeal raisin cookies (that I baked!). I have to say, I was really impressed with myself. I also have expelled every ounce of domesticity for the entire week. It's time for take-out, late nights and cosmos!
And Emily is coming tonight! Fun times ahead...
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
This just made my day:
Zac Posen recently announced his own bridge line, and Thakoon will soon launch Thakoon Addition just before summer and winter next year, which will also be based off of his “most popular” designs (let’s see if some of his Target creations - December 28th! - make it into the remix).--Fashionista
Hallelujah. I'm always in the mood for budget friendly couture.
Zac Posen recently announced his own bridge line, and Thakoon will soon launch Thakoon Addition just before summer and winter next year, which will also be based off of his “most popular” designs (let’s see if some of his Target creations - December 28th! - make it into the remix).--Fashionista
Hallelujah. I'm always in the mood for budget friendly couture.
Monday, December 8, 2008
Heaven, snow and bubble baths.
This weekend it began to snow. And also, I took three bubble baths on Saturday. Those are the highlights of my weekend.
Do you ever feel like your life is just one huge to-do list? I have my personal to-do list (get my credit cards under control, start sending Christmas cards, call a bazillion people, laundry, cooking, etc.) And then I have my work to-do list (finish writing my pharmaceuticals advertorial, finish a few spread sheets, proof read our media kit, etc.) And I always feel like one or the other is hanging over me like a limp, dead…thing…that constantly hangs. Is there ever peace? Is there ever complete contentment? It’s not that I mind having things to do. In fact, I hate being bored and I would much rather be insanely busy than sleep all day (most of the time). I just wish I could turn off my mind when I was trying to rest. I wish I had a peace switch. Turn it on when you want to be productive and switch it off when you just want to…be. Maybe that’s what heaven will be like.
In other news, my sister is coming to visit on Tuesday. She’ll be staying for a few weeks and I’m really excited that we’ll have a chance to talk. She has gone through so much in the past year. It will be great for her to relax a bit. Then Emily is coming on Friday (to see Twilight and All My Sons). The next weekend Katie get here (to go see The New York Ballet’s Nutcracker with Sarah and I). Then my parents get here for Christmas the next week! It’s going to be a very busy month.
By the way, if you could all give me your addresses…that would be fantastic. I want to send you some holiday cheer.
Much love.
Do you ever feel like your life is just one huge to-do list? I have my personal to-do list (get my credit cards under control, start sending Christmas cards, call a bazillion people, laundry, cooking, etc.) And then I have my work to-do list (finish writing my pharmaceuticals advertorial, finish a few spread sheets, proof read our media kit, etc.) And I always feel like one or the other is hanging over me like a limp, dead…thing…that constantly hangs. Is there ever peace? Is there ever complete contentment? It’s not that I mind having things to do. In fact, I hate being bored and I would much rather be insanely busy than sleep all day (most of the time). I just wish I could turn off my mind when I was trying to rest. I wish I had a peace switch. Turn it on when you want to be productive and switch it off when you just want to…be. Maybe that’s what heaven will be like.
In other news, my sister is coming to visit on Tuesday. She’ll be staying for a few weeks and I’m really excited that we’ll have a chance to talk. She has gone through so much in the past year. It will be great for her to relax a bit. Then Emily is coming on Friday (to see Twilight and All My Sons). The next weekend Katie get here (to go see The New York Ballet’s Nutcracker with Sarah and I). Then my parents get here for Christmas the next week! It’s going to be a very busy month.
By the way, if you could all give me your addresses…that would be fantastic. I want to send you some holiday cheer.
Much love.
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Christmas time is here...
Last night they lighted the Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center. I decided that I should go and made myself some hot tea before heading down there around 6:30.
I thought I knew what it felt to be like a sardine in the subway? That was NOTHING compared to this madness. But it was jolly madness, so I sipped my hot tea and listened to all the families around me and started to feel a sweet loneliness. It was mostly a good time.
The tree was beautiful. I can’t wait to go skating with Sarah when she comes next week. We’ll also go shopping down there. And get a Magnolia cupcake (they have a store in midtown now!) Life will be good.
I thought I knew what it felt to be like a sardine in the subway? That was NOTHING compared to this madness. But it was jolly madness, so I sipped my hot tea and listened to all the families around me and started to feel a sweet loneliness. It was mostly a good time.
The tree was beautiful. I can’t wait to go skating with Sarah when she comes next week. We’ll also go shopping down there. And get a Magnolia cupcake (they have a store in midtown now!) Life will be good.
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