Death of a Co-Worker

I have lost various people over the last few years but mainly they have been family members. Today I found out that a co-worker in Memphis lost her battle with breast cancer this morning. Being here at work, I am thinking of the things she taught me, trained me on, joked with me about. We had some issues, we hit heads a few times, but I really and truly respected her and will miss her. She was so strong, her strength could be scary at times. She was full of life and laughter, always smiling.

I am thinking about signing up for a Race for the Cure kind of thing in her name. I would donate if I had the cash.

I feel badly that I didn't contact her after hearing about her illness. I did attempt to add her on Facebook but that was all. I will light a candle for her tonight.

Rest in peace Elizabeth Garrison. <3

Poor Bettie!

Bettie is my car, and the poor thing can't seem to get started anymore. It might just be the cold weather, but what if she needs a new battery? That would just suck. I am going to recharge her battery tonight and then instead of every few days I plan on starting her up EVERY day.

In other news, I didn't go see a movie at all because people weren't feeling well. There is still time though!

Last night I met with the Dean of the Advancing Studies college I attend about taking my final. I missed it due to being ill and it looks like I will be taking it on Wednesday the 20th. I have decided that for now it will be my last class for a while. I want to have more time to breathe, more time to be social, and more time to myself as well.

I am not sure what else to write so I guess that means I should stop. Until next time...

Yuck!

Colds are just not fun. I am dragging today at work. I had left work early Tuesday and stayed home yesterday but apparently my body needs more time to heal. If only I had the leave, ha ha. Oh well. Almost half-way through (not really). I think I can make it 5 more hours though. This is my second time getting a cold this season. Figures.

I might be seeing The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes tomorrow night. The plan was to see New Moon, but alas, it will no longer be in theaters on Friday. Anyone seen the Sherlock Holmes movie? Is it decent? Will I run screaming from the theater?

Tuesday night I went out (yeah I know, I was sick enough to leave work so I shouldn't have gone out...) to a taco night with some ladies in a group from the internet. I had a good time and ate yummy tacos! I am hoping to get together with the same ladies next weekend.

This might be wrong of me but I am kind of looking forward to watching Celebrity Rehab tonight. Too bad my roommate will probably be watching stuff. I need to start looking into internet/cable options for when she moves out.

iTunes Genius

I started with "Wishing Well" by The Airborne Toxic Event since it had been in my head all day yesterday.

iTunes Genius then picked the following:

1. The Limousines - "Very Busy People"
2. The Gaslight Anthem - "Old White Lincoln"
3. Wild Light - "California On My Mind"
4. Ra Ra Riot - "Can You Tell"
5. Death Cab For Cutie - Grapevine Fires
6. Band of Skulls - "I Know What I Am"
7. Cage the Elephant - "Back Against the Wall"
8. Spinnerette - "Baptized by Fire"
9. Tokyo Police Club - "Your English is Good"
10. Silversun Pickups - "Panic Switch"

Now, I am familiar with most of the songs, the only exceptions being Ra Ra Riot and The Gaslight Anthem. I am a fan of the other songs and bands so I would say Genius has done a pretty damn good job.

I don't love Genius though. I know of a friend who is struggling with a disorder and the songs Genius had picked were all pro as far as her disorder goes...not exactly helpful or user friendly. The song she had started with wasn't pro either, it was recovery-based. So I am still on the fence about the wonderfulness of Genius.

Damn the Man!

Grr! Work blocked my email! How ever will I survive not knowing what is going on?! Ack!

What was that? Something about them wanting me to be productive? Oh yeah...I guess you have a point.

I have been meaning to update this on more of a daily basis. I need to try to put at least some of my randomness out there, he he. It will keep my mind less clogged (hopefully!)

I want to go see Muse!!!!!! They will be here in concert around my Birthday in March and I really want to go but...I don't want to go alone. I have repeatedly bought 2 tickets in hopes that someone would accompany me only to end up alone and either just not going or going alone and feeling awkward. I posted on Facebook that I am looking for people to go with me, he he. I feel rather silly doing such, but oh well.

I guess that is all for now...peace!

The Blind Side

Today my Mother, sister, and I went to see The Blind Side. We didn't really have any other specific plans so a movie seemed to hit the spot perfectly. I did enjoy the movie even though Sandra Bullock's attempt at a Southern accent did bother me a few times in the film. Another thing that I was annoyed with was the fact that no real Memphis places were used. Humph. Memphis could use the publicity and the tourism...

Other than that though the movie was really good. The acting was note-worthy, especially the actor who portrayed Michael Oher. So yeah, check it out...tell me what you think.

Time for a Change

I know I already had a blog, but that one had a bad after taste that I just couldn't get past. This one I hope will be different. I am hoping to just write random things that interest me, get on my nerves, etc. I will probably talk about music, movies, and other crap that are on my mind.

Right now it is Christmas Eve, I am under my weighted blanket with my cat asleep at my feet and King of the Hill on in the background. You might not have a clue what a weighted blanket is, so I will try to clue you in but I might not be the best at explaining it. A weighted blanket is a blanket (duh) that is weighted (duh squared.) There are multiple purposes for using a weighted blanket. It has become popular with children with Autism and other individuals with sensory problems. It is also used for people like me who are comforted by the weight. When I feel restless, stressed, uncomfortable or whatever, its weight around me, surrounding me, brings me comfort. Like I said, my explanation might be crappy so if anyone reading this has things to add, go for it!

In the meantime, here is the site where I got my blanket...they offer a better description (not surprisingly.)

I guess that is it for now...