Wait Wut
Wait Wut's JournalHave they run out of hot air?
I admit, I like to stalk FR. I was telling the husband last nite that lately...it seems a bit quiet. Threads there used to get upwards of 25 replies or more. Now, it's rare to see them in double digits.
I've also noticed fewer discussions on their "Presidential candidates". Should we worry about them? Do you think we should send a medic? Or, are they just so jealous of our new, clean, sexy digs that they've just gone home?
Whatever it is, they aren't as much fun as before.
God and Satan in a tea house????
Years and years ago an ex-bf gave me a book to read. I can't remember the name of it and it's making me nuts.
It was God and Satan having tea and chatting. That's the whole book. Does anyone know what I'm talking about? It's been over 20 years since I've read it, so I may have something confused.
My new favorite saying...
...courtesy of my Japanese (Okinawan) DIL.
My son wanted her to taste his peppermint mocha coffee from Starbucks. She hates peppermint, but he assured her that it wasn't "that" pepperminty.
She took a sip, gagged, writhed in agony, and her face contorted, reminding me of a horror film victim. She looked up at him with big, sad eyes and said...
"You killed my happy!!!"
My new line, "Dude, don't kill my happy!"
For those of you that think my son is a cruel, evil soul, he came to her an hour later with a blanket (she's always cold...like me). She asked what he was doing as he tucked it around her shoulders. "I'm trying to revive your happy." 
Just heard sirens.
Fire trucks, ambulance and police. This time of year those sounds are worse than any other.
Whether you're a person of faith or not (I am...nonChristian), this time of year means so much to so many. To think that anyone would experience a tragedy during the holidays brings tears to my eyes. I just hope everything is okay and that it was just a minor problem.
But, this also reminds me of how lucky I am. My son just called and he and his wife will be here in about 5 hours. My DIL yelled "We love you, Mama-san!" and made my day. It's only been the past 6 months or so that she's felt comfortable calling me "mom" and even fewer that she's felt comfortable saying "I love you". They've been married for just over 3 years.
I wish each and every one of you (even the two that have me on "ignore"...heh.) love, peace and happiness this holiday season and throughout 2012. If you're alone this season, find someone to share the time with. A homeless shelter, senior home or children's hospital, even your local Humane Society might be some choices. If you know of any lonely seniors in your area, maybe drop off a bag of fruit or give them a coupon for free lawn work. Just let them know they aren't the only ones alone. Hell, drop off some snacks at your local cop shop or fire station. They work hard this time of year.
Make a new friend or heal an old wound. Good start for a New Year. 
I think I may be stupid.
I'm setting up a kid's menu for a friend's new restaurant and we didn't want the whole connect-the-dot, coloring thing. It's a waste of paper (and money). So, I decided to include fun facts. I didn't know half the stuff I found. 
Hey, I was a smartish kid, once. Why didn't I know:
The planet Saturn has a density lower than water. So, if you put in water it would float.
A crocodile's tongue is attached to the roof of its mouth.
A mosquito has 47 teeth.
Peanuts are one of the ingredients in dynamite.
And...it is impossible for most people to lick their own elbow. (Visualize an entire family trying this...in a restaurant!)
There's a lot more. My only solace is thinking that one of my new found fun facts will be the inspiration for a great scientist one day.
This will be the fourth Bears game in a row that isn't on here.
I live in Arizona. Cardinals fans are apathetic and crappy supporters.
Bears fans are awesome...and there are a lot of us here.
Yes, it's probably better that I can't watch the game. I have faith that Hanie will improve over time, but I miss Cutler. I was all excited when they said he was throwing during practice last week. Hanie actually didn't do a horrible job, it was Barbour that dropped the ball. Literally. He's still an important part of the team and I'm not one of the morons calling for a trade. Pretty sure he'll be back on his game today.
This Hurd thing has nothing to do with how I feel about the team. He was an idiot and a disgrace to the uniform.
So, to all my fellow Bears fans out there, think of me while you watch the game. I'm stuck here in Arizona, the black hole of sports, and will be watching The Chronicles of Riddick with the husband. Vin's got that Urlacherish thing going on, without the Uncle Fester, inhuman look. Love, love, love the man, though!
Thank you, Skinner & Co., for making me feel like a real citizen.
I got a driver's license at 17. I registered to vote at 18. I am now 47.
I was asked ONCE to serve on jury duty. I was a single mother with no transportation, so I was excused. That was almost 25 years ago and I have never been asked again. I have friends that have been asked several times. Most try to get out of it. I would've gladly taken their place. I'd be an excellent juror because I'm fair and balanced and stuff.
You've given me the gift of jury duty and made me feel like a contributor to society. I'm all choked up. 
I don't know what to do about Lowe's
The husband and I shop there. Not a lot, but often enough to make me wonder what the hell to do. We have a Home Depot nearby, but we hate it. It's disorganized and normally a huge mess. True Value here is tiny and way overpriced.
I've become obsessed with Lowe's decision to pull their ads from American Muslim. Their "excuse" that the show was "too controversial" was insane. Jon Stewart nailed that line of bullshit to the wall when he mentioned that they advertise on T"L"C...including Toddlers and Tiaras. I know, Tods and Tis isn't controversial, it's sickening. There's the difference. Oh, and those little girls aren't Muslims.
Boycotts don't work. We'll stop shopping there only to be replaced with those good Christians who see Lowe's decision as an act of their god. I'm sure many of them ranoffta do all their holiday shopping there. Ooops. I meant "Christmas" shopping. I'll probably burn in Hades, damn...hell (I just can't get the hang of this Christian correctness).
I've written a strongly worded email to Lowe's. I even edited out all the abusive and colorful language before hitting "send". I believe they have every right to practice their intolerance and bigotry. I feel bad for the employees. The ones at our Lowe's are freakin' great and we normally get a basic stand-up routine from some random employee every time. Last time we were there, I was buying this goofy little Xmas dog for my DIL. The cashier was so enthralled with it she had to run to another cashier and show it to him. He in turn called over another guy and they all stood around giggling and playing with it. That, imo, is great customer service. I love seeing people laugh. They work at Lowe's. They aren't responsible for the assholish move of their corporate gods.
I'm disgusted and confused. To alleviate any misunderstanding, I won't be going there at least for quite awhile. Eventually, I'll probably have to when I can't find some random plumbing need at any other store. I hate that. I'll feel like I'm encouraging them. That I'm saying it's okay to be a bigoted and racist prick.
That said, the husband and I are going to Home Depot today. The employees there are miserable, difficult to find and have no sense of humor.
Edit to add: You guys are awesome. Thanks for all the helpful comments. Maybe the husband and I will go to Lowe's today instead of Home Depot.
The Worst Nativity Scenes?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/news/sfl-fv-religion-blog-weird-nativity-scenes-gallery,0,3869396.photogallery?index=sfl-fv-religion-blog-weird-nativity-scenes-gal-014I'm not a Christian, but I was once. I have a hard time imagining eating the baby Jesus. Probably just me?
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