Mis Escritos Y Pensamientos

Last night, I went on a date. That last time I went on an official date I got engaged. I wasn't expecting this night to compare to the last date, but I didn't expect it to be as good as it was. See...,in my personal opinion, I had an experience last night that I had always wanted, but never thought I would experience.

I don't know if I'm making much sense. See, we went to the movies last night. I had never seen a movie in 3-D, so we decided to go see Monsters Vs. Aliens in 3-D. We got to the theatre, and let me tell you, I love 3-D movies. I thought that it would give me a headache, but it was pretty exciting. Yes, I get very excited about something as small as 3-D. Have you noticed how many movies are now in 3-D? I think that we've come to that stage in time that all of those old sci-fi books and movies portrayed. It is the era of 3-D.

Even better than the 3-D movie was the fact that Bert and I were the ONLY ones in the whole theatre. I had never had a whole theatre to myself before. It was pretty much amazing, and possibly the best movie going experience I have ever had, or ever will have. I think that it even beat out those midnight previews of movies, and the debut I went to in Memphis where the voice actors of the cartoon characters were actually there at the showing.

So, last night didn't beat that last date, but it definitely ranks up there with ice skating at Christmas, and having the whole rink to ourselves. If you haven't seen a movie in 3-D, go! And if you EVER have the chance to get a theatre all to yourself...take it! You don't have to worry about other people bothering you, or you bothering other people. It's pretty much amazing.

Some people like to correct the grammar, spelling, pronunciation, etc...of other people. I do that many a time. Heck, I get paid to do that, but what I do not appreciate is when people try to correct me in these areas only because they do not understand what they are talking about.

For some incredibly weird reason, my natural tendency is to write with a British English. I first discovered this when a teacher edited my paper in college. She said, "Well, this is right, only if you are in England." So, I "learned" to write the American way, which I don't know why I didn't learn in the first place. However, in my own writings, I still write the way that they do "across the pond".

The last sentence is one example of the British rules. American grammar requires that the period be inside of the quotation marks. British English has the period on the outside.

Another large difference is the spelling. Which way do you spell these words?

gray/grey
color/colour
theater/theatre
adviser/advisor
fairy/faerie

So, just because it may look wrong to you, doesn't mean that it's incorrect English.

If this blog were my child, I would be a bad parent. It is sorely neglected. However, inspired by my faithful cousin, I will make a valiant effort to be a better writer.

I was struck with some sad news today. http://www.connecttristates.com/news/news_story.aspx?id=289324

Obviously the infamous Four Corners was originally surveyed incorrectly. The monument is actually 2.5 miles away from the actual "four corners". Having been to this place, I hold to my belief that I actually stood in four different states at the same time, just as I believe that Pluto is a planet! See what reading the news gets you?

I have a dream...

and while I am for equality of all kinds, that is not the dream of which I speak. I want to write. Obviously, I am doing so right now, but that's not what I mean. I want to write. I want to be a writer. I have always enjoyed writing, but never was brave enough to put my heart on to paper, as a teenager, at least not so others could see it. I've been afraid of failure, fearing that no one would want to read what I wrote. Writing is a funny thing because, it's not just something that you do for yourself, but it's something that you do for others as well. I want to write, so that people's lives will be different after the read the words. I love to read, and the books I have read have shaped and molded me into the person I am today. I want to help people, the way the books I read helped me.

Unfortunately, there are some obstacles in the way of my dream. One of them is the fact that I have a horrible time finishing anything that I start writing. Even though this has been a problem in the past, I now have someone who won't let me quit when the writing gets hard. So, this is my middle of the year resolution. I WILL finish my novel before I get married. I will also start on the next stories that are in my head. I will also soon decide on the required amount of writing time for each week. I need guidelines and deadlines in order to write, but I can do it. That is how I will achieve my dream.

The End.

I enjoy watching The Office. I'm a fairly new fan of the series, having faithfully watched every episode from just this season. However, I am on Season 3 on my Netflix and am faithfully trying to catch up to where I am in this season. It's a fun show with just the right amount of humor. Unfortunately, today I came to a realization.

I work in an office. (That was not the realization.) I'm realizing that once you watch this television show, if you work in an office, you start comparing the things that you do in your office to the aforementioned program.

My office is a great place to work. Of course, just like with any job, there are ups and downs, but the people are great. They keep things entertaining. However, after watching The Office it's difficult to not subconciously make comparisons between the people you work with and the characters on the show. As one coworker called another one today "Our office's Michael." We say these things with no malice in our hearts. It's all in good fun, as we are all fans of the show.

One of my favorite things that comes in my office are the office "pranks." Perhaps the most important one deals with our office friend. His name is Nigel. Nigel is a gnome. Not only is he a gnome, but he is a roaming gnome. He likes to hide around the office. He never means to harm anyone, always with a grin and a waving hand, but still he tends to startle people. There was the time that he was found laying sideways in the microwave. Another instance found him hiding in the "L's" in the filing cabinet. Perhaps we are not as creative as Jim, but still, we like to have our office fun.

I was struck just this week with the comparisons between The Office and actually working in an office. I was sent on a mission this past week. See, he had some birthdays in the office. This could only mean one thing. Party! I was sent out to get party supplies, and I found myself wondering how I had received the privelege of being on the "Party Planning Committee." What an honor.

It's funny the similiarities between sitcoms and real life.

Yes, it's true, although I'm sure all of my readers know by now...I'm getting married! Here is my wedding website.

http://weddings.theknot.com/pwp/pwp2/view/MemberPage.aspx?coupleid=8767720524719172

1. Do you like bleu cheese?NO! Actually I don't think that I've ever had it.

2. Have you ever been drunk? No I have not

3. Do you own a gun? Not me personally, no

4. What flavor of Kool Aid was your favorite? I didn't like Kool Aid, but if I had to drink it, I always went with a red color.

5. Do you get nervous before doctor appointments? Usually, yes, cause I don't like needles

6. What do you think of hot dogs? Yummy! Especially with Mac and cheese, or with Cheese inside!

7. Favorite Christmas movie? Charlie Brown Christmas

8. What do you prefer to drink in the morning? Sweet Tea, the same as any other time of the day

9. Can you do push up? Maybe? Kind of?

10. What's your favorite piece of jewelry? my chasity ring, and my diamond necklace, and my pearls

11. Favorite hobby? writing, reading, cooking, knitting, watching television, hanging out with friends, antiquing...

12. Do you have A.D.D.? No, I'm just spacey sometimes

13. What's your favorite shoe? That is tough...flip flops in the summer?

14. Middle name? Joy

15. Name 3 thoughts at this exact moment? How did I give myself a bloody nose? I want lunch. I hope the basketball games are fun today.

16. Name 3 drinks you regularly drink? Sweet Tea, Pepsi, and Mountain Dew

17. Current worry? just general worries about the future, jobs, etc...

18. Current hate right now? how my nose kind of hurts. Hate is such a strong word.

19. Krispy Kreme, Dunkin', or Timmy Ho's? I don't really like donuts

20. How did you bring in the New Year? With Bert and my brothers watching the ball drop

21. Where would you like to go? Everywhere....Spain, England, Italy, France, Ireland, Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Russia, China, Japan, Honduras, Mexico, Canada, Grandma and Grandpa's, and Grandma's, Florida

22. Name three people who will complete this? I refuse

23. Do you own slippers? Yes! my FSU ones that Sandee gave me...they are my favorites ever!!!!

24. What color shirt are you wearing right now? Red hoody

25. Do you like satin sheets? No. They are too slippery

26. Can you whistle? yes

27. Favorite color? red, green, blue, or black

28. Would you be a pirate? I would dress and talk like one, but not steal like one

29. What songs do you sing in the shower? I don't sing in the shower

30. Favorite Girl's Name? Natalie Joy

31. Favorite boy's name? William Jeremiah

32. What's in your pocket right now? nothing

33. Last thing that made you laugh? I'm not sure, but something at girl's night last night

34. Best bed sheets as a child? Holly Hobbies

35. Worst injury you've ever had as a child? I don't think I was injured as a child, badly. I fell into a pool when I was young

36. Do you love where you live? Love is such a strong word, but it's ok.

37. Revenge of the Nerds or Fast Times at Ridgemont High? I don't even know what you are saying to me.

38. Who is your loudest friend? I don't have a "loudest". We are all pretty loud at times.

39. How many dogs do you have? 4

40. Does someone have a crush on you? Yes, my boyfriend

41. What is your favorite book? That is a question that you never ask an English major.

42. What is your favorite candy? I'm not really into candy, but I like nerds, gobstoppers, and runts

43. Favorite Sports Team? FSU!, St. Louis Cardinals, Colts

44. What song do you want played at your funeral? I don't care

45. What is the farthest you have been from home? Galati, Romania

46. Do you have a special talent? I can flip my eyelids inside out...does that count?

47. Where were you born? Kirksville, Mo

48. Whose are you looking forward to getting back? Anyone who will do it.