Since I get it, I will comment

This is in response to a cryptic post from audient today....http://audientfiles.blogspot.com/2005/08/validation.html

It is sad when you find that someone you thought you knew isn't what you thought at all. I have found that to be the case often in the last few months. I sort of feel angry at myself for being so naive and trusting. I guess I just think that all people are good until they prove otherwise. Which is where my "rose colored glasses" come in. I look at people as acting with the best of intentions, and sometimes they make mistakes. That's human nature. However, I am finding that some people really don't have the best intentions. They use people. They strive to be the center of attention all the time. They become too much to handle. I just don't have the time in my life for drama. I enjoy having a drama free life. I love having friends that are easy people to be friends with. I have come to realize that the people that I have surrounded myself with in the past few years are just not the people I thought they were. To top it off, the people that I have cast aside, I am realizing, are truly wonderful people.

I guess this is just another life lesson. It is a big one for me. I am really starting to realize the value of good people. So, thank you to all the good people in my life!!!

Whew, What a Whirlwind

So, this past weekend was jam packed. However I did nothing that I actually WANTED to do. This past weekend was a weekend of "have to's." I accept those every once in awhile. This weekend I hope to make a weekend of "want to's."

The good new is....we found a new apartment. We were planning on moving around the first of the year, but found a great place and great deal. If all goes well and falls into place, we may be moving around September 15th. I can't wait to be back in in apartment where there is so little upkeep in comparison to a house. I thought it would be cool to have a yard, a garden, our own space. Yeah, no. It sucks. I found that I don't really like gardening, weeking, or cutting the grass. I will live in a place where someone does that for me, please. While Tom does most of it, I know he doesn't like it either. We spend all our time either at work or working on the house. It is really beginning to cut into my laziness.



Yesterday was also crazy. I won't even go into it. The good news of the day however is that I got a call about a job I applied for. I don't want to jinx it by talking too much about it, but I'm really excited. I will post more when I know more.

Otherwise, nothing really going on. That's why I haven't posted much. Just normal life. If there is drama, I just don't feel like reliving it here. It's really not that important to me.

Tom may be Clark Griswold and I may be Ellen

Tom and I were driving to work/school today and decided that we want to see a part of every state in the union. We are always up for an adventure and enjoy the sights that are off the beaten path. We decided that the major landmarks are easy...The Grand Canyon, Mt. Rushmore, The World's Largest Ball of Yarn (you get the idea). However, we became a little stumped in states like Idaho, Kansas, etc. I guess we'll just figure it out as we go along. That's part of the fun.

Anyway...the first trip is...drumroll.....Louisville, Kentucky! Believe it or not, there is much to see and do there. I will keep everyone updated as the tip plans progress. So far, I have found a riverboat cruise and other historical type stuff. I am continuing to do research. If anyone knows anything about Louisville (or Kentucky in general), please let me know.

This is sure to be the first of our many adventures. I need a map and a notebook to keep a journal of everywhere we go.

Weekend Recap

Nothing really exciting to report. Friday night we went to CJ's Oar House (for those who know Ashtabula - it used to be Hopper's). It is not ghetto at all like it used to be and you can enjoy drinks on the patio. It was my brother's birthday. We happened to see a guy there who used to be a teacher/principal when we were all in school (BTW - my brother and sister are 10 years older than me). This particular teacher was old when we were all in school, so you can imagine how old he is now. Anyway, he was sitting there chatting with a sweet young girl in pigtails who liked like she was on the verge of passing out. Well, they proceed to spend the evening together complete with groping on the dance floor. The girl couldn't have been more than 21 (if that). So, she was dubbed Anna Nichole for the night. She soon disappeared - the drugs must've worn off.

Anyway, that was Friday. Saturday, we had our garage sale - again. Then, spent the afternoon in the pool. I love having a pool.

Sunday was spent getting caught up on house stuff and grocery shopping.

All in all, good weekend. Next weekend will be super busy. I don't know how I will be able to do it all.

If anyone will be out towards Ashtabula next weekend - come to Bucaneer for the camp-out!

OK, I'll play

1. What time did you get up this morning? 6:30

2. Diamonds or pearls? Pearl Necklaces (he he)

3. What was the last film you saw at the cinema? Team America (Fuck Yeah!)

4. What's your favorite TV show? The Bachelor/Bachelorette, In a Fix, Clean Sweep, Family Guy, The Chapelle Show

5. What did you have for breakfast? Nothing. I don't usually eat breakfast

6. What's your favorite cuisine? Italian or Mexican

7. What foods do you dislike? Seafood, mushrooms, peas

8. What is your favorite chip flavor? Doritos

9. What's your favorite CD at the moment? The mix CDs I made for the wedding

10. What kind of car do you drive? Toyota Matrix

11. Favorite sandwich? Grilled Cheese with munster cheese

12. What characteristics do you despise? High maintenance and dramatic people. Relax and enjoy life!

13. Favorite item of clothing? The pink skirt I'm wearing today.

14. If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation where would you go? Italy

15. What color is your bathroom? A mossy green.

16. Favorite brand of clothing? I don't really care about brands. If it's cheap and it fits, it's mine.

17. Where would you retire to: beach, or wooded retreat? Beach please.

18. Favorite time of the day? Evening (relaxing after dinner)

19. What was your most memorable birthday? The year Tom and I went to Niagra Falls - in case you ever think of going to CANADA in DECEMBER - don't. It's not really that fun, but we made the best of it.

20. Where were you born? HELL!!! - yeah, me too. But some people call it Ashtabula

21. Favorite sport to watch? I don't really watch sports on TV

24. What fabric detergent do you use? Anything that smells good and is on sale.

25. Were you named after anyone? Not anyone - but I was named Christie because I was born 3 days before Christmas. Thank god my mom didn't name me Christmas.

26. Do you wish on stars? Yep.

27. When did you last cry? Last week when I didn't get a job I applied for.

28. Do you like your handwriting? Sometimes.

29. What is your most embarrassing moment? I have so many. I do dumb shit all the time.

30. If you were another person, would YOU be friends with you? Of course, I'm sweet as can be.

32. Have you ever told a secret you swore not to tell? Yep. But I beat myself up for it when I do.

33. Do looks matter? Not really

34. How do you release anger? Cry

35. Where is your second home? I don't really have one. I like mine just fine.

36. What was your favorite toy as a child? Barbies and my Commodore 64 computer.

37. What class in high school do you think was totally useless? Math, Science and Gym

38. Do you use sarcasm a lot? I try, but I'm not as good at is as others.

39. Favorite movies? Office Space, An Affair to Remember, Team America, A Mighty Wind, Napoleon Dynamite, Singin' in the Rain

40. What are your nicknames? Used to be - French Frey, Frey, Frey Guy, Fish Frey. Now that I ditched the shitty last name, I am rid of those. Tom calls me Peanut. When we first started dating he said "Sometimes you have to search through a lot of shit to find the peanut. You're my peanut. Thanks, I think.

41. Would you bungee jump? Um, No.

42. Do you think that you are strong? Not physically. Used to not be emotionally, but I am sooooo much better.

43. What's your favorite ice cream flavor? Peanut Butter Cup

44. What are your favorite colors? Pink & Black

45. What is your least favorite thing about yourself? I overanalyze

46. Who do you miss the most? My Grandma

48. What color pants are you wearing? I'm not wearing pants. I'm wearing my pink skirt.

49. What are you listening to right now? The intern in my office talk about a guy here that hits on him.

50. Last thing you ate? A salad last night for dinner

51. If you were a crayon, what color would you be? Pink

52. Last person you talked to on the phone? Tom

53. What is the first thing you notice about the opposite sex? Eyes

54. Favorite Drink? Diet Coke

55. Do you wear contacts? Sometimes

56. Favorite Day of the Year? December 22 (my birthday)

57. Scary Movies or Happy Endings? Happy Endings - I hate scary movies

59. Hugs OR Kisses? Both

60. What Is Your Favorite Dessert? Cheesecake

61. What Book(s) Are You Reading? Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants

62. What's On Your Mouse Pad? Nothing - It's plain black

63. What Did You Watch Last night on TV? Devine Design

65. Rolling Stones or Beatles? Beatles

66. What's the furthest you've been from home? Aspen, Colorado

Sweet Land of Liberty - Yeah Right

This is a follow up to my comments made on Kristen's blog - http://kristenbloeser.blogspot.com/

Ok, this could be a long one and will work really hard to be brief. I have been thinking a lot about the state of our government lately. All the things that I thought I believed, I now question. I am not a kook. I think I posted something on MDB's blog about giggling when Warren would speak of his conspiracy theories, but I too have watched some documentaries recently that have really made me question everything I ever believed. It wasn't one person or even two - I think I have seen at least four documentaries that call into question recent events in our history. If you take a step back and look at all of the things going on right now - some things just do not add up.

There is so much to say, but the bottom line is this. The events of September 11th are only relayed to us through the media. We watch the news and say, "how horrible." Those bad terrorists, those poor people. We look at the sadness and the destruction, not the facts behind the event itself. Now, we agree to be searched, because it makes us safer. We say, "I don't mind the government knowing what books I check out of the library; I'm not doing anything wrong. I'm not a terrorist." We also say things like, "If it is for the good of the country, I'll do it." However, what if the events that happened on 9/11 were not what they seem. What if the powers that be knew they could strip you of your freedoms with a little fear? What if there was another "attack"? Would we as a country be willing to have the National Guard patrol our streets to make us safer? I wouldn't. We see troops in the streets in other countries - not here. But if it was said that it was being done to "keep us safe" would anyone question it?

Like I said in Kristen's blog - when a group of individuals have all the money they could want, what is left? Power. Global power. There is a group called Project for a New American Century.
http://www.newamericancentury.org/index.html
Take a look at this and see what you think. Here is just one quote from their statement of principles, "We aim to make the case and rally support for American global leadership."

Hmmm....global domination through military force. The boys sit around their conference table and decide that global "leadership" is the way to go, but how could they ever get the American people to buy it? They would never go for us invading other countries for the sake of spreading Democracy. Right? Well, they would if they thought they wouldn't be safe otherwise. It is necessary. What happens if the invasion doesn't go well? Simple. We send more people into space. We clog the news with space walks and missing Alabama girls. We can just gloss over the fact that 20 more Marines died because of carside bombs.

Look, I'm not saying the government committed the crimes of 9/11. I'm not saying that the people who believe in the New American Century did it. I am saying that the facts of the case don't add up if you search beyond what the media has told you. It is a scary thought, I know.

Again, I am not a kook and am not paranoid. I am just questioning the facts that we are given, doing a bit of research, and drawing my own conclusions.

I think it's great that people at least are open to the idea that searches are wrong. I hope everyone becomes more vigilant about their freedoms. For, what is the point of this country if we didn't have them. Wasn't that the idea in the first place?

How Do You Say Pedophile in Arabic?

Um....yeah. Michael Jackson has reportedly bought property in Bahrain. Huh?

"The longtime Golden State resident has purchased 14 acres' worth of "palatial property" as a "potential new home" in the oil-rich Persian Gulf kingdom, the New York Post first reported Monday. His next-door neighbor is said to be Sheik Abdullah bin Hamad al Khalifa, a longtime friend. " - http://entertainment.tv.yahoo.com/

Ok. I don't know why I found this so strange, but I did. By the way...there are two swimming pools on his property - one for adults and, you guessed it folks, one for children. Do you think he will sell the Neverland Ranch and move the rides and animals to Bahrain? The locals will love it!

A small highlight

Well, now that the wedding is over and life is back to normal, I thought I would post a wedding pic for those who couldn't make it. I will add more when I have the disk, but I left it at home today.

It was a wonderful day...I keep saying it was the best day of my life.

I spent the first couple of weeks feeling very different. I felt older and more grown up. It did seem that our relationship changed a little (for the good). I look at him a little different now and continue to smile when I look at the wedding ring on his finger.

Now, I feel a bit more normal, but motivated to finish all the things that I have started. I'm looking forward to going back to school! I'm ready to get this finished.

I'm Back

I decided to give this blog thing another shot! Third time's a charm.

I have lots to talk about. Seems as though I have an opinion on everything these days. Stay tuned.