Its amazing how bright and alive the world looks after 9 hours of sleep and 2 hours of talking with my sweetie. =)
Yesterday I was so extremely tired that I was sleeping on the BART. I came home to find that Anna was cooking dinner and her friend Elena was there (ugh). Anna made fried rice; I didn't like it as much as mine. I know she thinks hers is much better considering she practically insulted me with the "maybe this spam thing is good for me. It makes me slow down my eating so I can pick it all out." ARGH! But I digress. So after eating I go to my room to maybe take a short nap. I tried so hard, but its a bit difficult when the tenant below me prefers to hold his own personal rave with vibrating walls and everything. Granted, it was only 645 pm but he could've turned the bass down a little. I had even thought that it was a car warming up outside for a while, but then I realized my mistake. This isn't the first time its happened either. The guy in the room below mine (supposedly latino and cute...but i wouldn't know seeing as how i've never even seen any of them) likes to play all this rave music at all hours. Sometimes well past midnight when I'm trying to sleep. Maybe he doesn't have to wake up early, but I do. Bastard. We had told the guys below us to stop playing their music at around 12 (i think) but even the guy below Tammy likes playing it well into the wee hours of the morning. She even ended up having a dream with some weird music only to awake and find it was actually playing below her. haha.
So yeah...bastard neighbors. So to appease my cranky, tired, irritated self I called Grant. I flirted shamelessly and
we talked about a whole lot of "stuff." It made me happy. Afterward, I finished reading the Cosmo mag I had and I
finally got to sleep peacefully...for NINE hours. woohoo! I awoke this morning refreshed and not needing any caffeine whatsoever. =)
I started using my Lancome SPF moisturizer again this morning. Its funny how smells can transport you back to another time. The smell of this lotion reminds me so much of being in Korea. For a moment I was back in class at Yonsei laughing with my classmates, or I was back In the shijangs happily shopping with Won, Sung, and Julie. Korea was such a happy memory for me that I think i might start using this lotion all the time now. heehee. And when I move back to Hawaii, maybe then the lotion will remind me of my happy life here. I guess we'll have to wait and see, eh? ^_^
posted by mars bars 10:53:40 AM
Thursday, October 5, 2000
Another emode test...my true zodiac sign is Taurus: The planets are very complex. Maybe your astrologer will disagree, and maybe a few tendencies will vary, but overall you're a TAURUS. Like the symbol of Taurus — the bull — you're fiercely determined and relentlessly driven. Those earth-sign qualities manifest themselves in your private and practical ways. They also reveal themselves in your ceaseless perseverance and the way you search for success in whatever matters to you. We know that beneath your easygoing exterior lies a feisty and antagonistic side. Sometimes it stays hidden -- but when it shows, people take notice. You are a stable person who craves security, and that need sometimes makes you resistant to change. As a true Taurus, you've got a keen taste for elegance and you recognize value when you see it. Admired for your focus and ambition, you're the most dependable sign in the zodiac.
eh..whatever. So last night I didn't get a computer like I had wanted. That's not to say I didn't try. I had my monitor and everything all picked out, but it turned out that they didn't have the computer I wanted in stock. Bastards. Oh well, I didn't like the salesperson that was helping me anyway. We'll see if I can get it this weekend. Oh joy. Okay, back to work. *sulk*
posted by mars bars 11:00:46 AM
Wednesday, October 4, 2000
Random thoughts:
Yesterday made 2 months. Out of those 61 days, only about 3 or 4 days of it was actually spent in his presence. But despite this lengthy time away, it still seems as though I just saw him last week. Our conversations are never wanting for topics or laughter, and even though I am sad at our separation, deep down inside I have this serene feeling as though I know everything will work out in the end. I've never felt this way before...ever and I think I'm a happier person because of it. =)
Today I made the horrid choice to wear a skirt and sandals. I stepped out the front door to find the air absolutely frigid. I stepped back a few steps to go change but I was already late so I just decided to suffer the consequences. Lets just say that 2.5 hours after arriving at work my feet and hands are still frozen. Having a heater is a nice fringe benefit. ;P
I now have about 8 hours left to decide whether or not I want to buy a computer today. Okay, maybe "want" isn't the right word because that's just a given. Can i actually afford it? Maybe in a few months. All I have to do is look into credit plans or something I guess. I am rest assured that even Grant said I should get one...and he NEVER encourages me to spend large amounts of money. keke But I am seriously debating whether or not I want to get that Compaq or HP. After being spoiled by a Dell at home, how can I ever go back? But dammit! I miss my mp3s!
People at work are talking about another marketing event that's taking place in Hawaii. Those lucky bastards get to play golf somewhere in the Ko'olaus. I hear them talking about all these lavish parties and how they'll be staying at the more posh hotels and I just think, "Damn. Those with money only see the ritzy, touristy side of the islands. They will never be able to appreciate the down-to-earth, everyday, home-i-ness that everyone that lives there feels." Then again, I didn't really feel that either until I left. *shrug* Eh, you know what I mean. ^_^
posted by mars bars 10:18:33 AM
Wow, I'm blueberry. haha. Yeah, I was hecka bored yesterday (despite having tons o' work) so i followed the link Clara gave and i took a whole bunch of tests. So what does blueberry mean? They say:
Mmm ... blueberry! Tangy and sweet, you're as fresh as a mountain sunrise and as natural as homemade jam. If you were a Broadway musical, you'd be The Sound of Music — we can just picture you twirling for joy in an Alpine meadow. Best with breakfast cereal and pancakes, you're simple and refreshing, with just a touch of tartness to give you an edge. Always a favorite, people can't get enough of your spontaneous nature and easy-going approach to life. Who wouldn't be attracted to your sporty, summery flavor? Fun-loving and genuine, you're a truly tasty treat.
So is it true? Eh...I guess. Yeah, and they just had to mention The Sound of Music. Aish. Not that its a bad movie...its one of my favorites actually, but its just weird. Did you know one reason my name is Maria is because of that movie? My mom was on crack. keke
According to other tests my aura is Gold, my color is Brown, I'm in love (yeah, like i needed a stupid test to tell me that), my superpower is Animal Communication, my behavior and responsibility age are "adult" while my emotional age is that of an "adolescent," I'm a Silly Flirt, my type of guy is Preppy, and I am an Intellect. Keke.
I told Grant all this. His reaction? "Mmm, blueberry." kiki
posted by mars bars 8:58:51 AM
Tuesday, October 3, 2000
you know...the aiyah chick is right..Tammy and I were totally offended when that diving commentator made that comment about the Chinese and why they don't make any splash..and we're not even Chinese! sheesh! We're planning to write really stink emails to NBC about how freaking racist those remarks were as well as to complain about the horrendous coverage overall. (Tammy was really bitter that they never televised any of the fencing.) These olympics were supposedly "the best ever" and the ratings for the olympics went up in all countries except the US. Now why do you suppose that happened? Oh, and Anna thinks Bob Costas looks really old now. aish.
posted by mars bars 11:10:23 AM
Monday, October 2, 2000
For the last day or so I've been making a list of all the things I want to say here. Its times like these that I truely miss my old way of journalling. *sigh* but never fear....I'm [-this-] close to buying a computer. heehee. I hope I hope. My finances can't really take the strain, but gosh darn it! I'm gonna stretch it as much as I can.
This weekend was quite productive. I went with Tammy into the city to fix her cell phone only to find out that the store that sold her the phone sold her a used phone so she didn't have the warranty. She'll have to find the receipt before she can get anything done. Then we went to CompUSA and I bought a hub. Why did I buy a hub (when I don't even have a computer)? Well, let me explain (brace yourself for an embittered rant). Anna, the most irkingest person alive at this point, apparently ranted to Tammy because she was upset that we hadn't gotten a hub yet to split the cable for the internet...so only her computer has been hooked up, so she basically has to foot the whole bill for the past month. She wants tammy to at least pay for some but Tammy's basically broke so she isn't going for it. Anna also apparently told Tammy that I should buy the vcr (why?! i have no fucking clue since I think a couch is a much more pressing need) but Tammy came to my defense and told her that I had bought a lot of stuff for the kitchen (maybe I have but I don't think so) so that shut her up. So anyway, I figured I should just buy the fucking hub since I don't want her to be talking smack about me behind my back (like I do about her. heehee). Its not like I even know how to hook up the damn computers anyway. I tried but I couldn't get Tammy's to work. Argh! So yeah...
Then Sunday I went with Min to IKEA. It was fun going out with him and doing something. I think this was the first time it was just me and him. He's a big dork, but you gotta like him. haha. HI MIN! Anyway, I bought more stuff for the apt; three chairs to be exact. Tammy offered to pay for half, but I think I'll just refuse that offer. I don't want Anna saying anything...and tammy doesn't have money right now anyway. haha. Oh, and I finally gave in and bought those retarded candles. You know...the ones that come 100 in the bag for only six bucks. haha Tammy was able to save me the other 2 times, but Min, well, he just didn't understand what he was supposed to do. keke Oh wells, at least now I can release my pyro tendencies. ^_^
Oh yeah..did I forget to mention I went to a party Friday night? It was mucho fun. Lots of people I didn't know crammed into a little room. It was cute to see Jenny drunk. She came up to me and started babbling on about how this was the most drunk she'd ever been and how happy she was (the party was half for her bday) and then she went on to say how I must have a lot of experience drinking since I'm older and so forth. It made me feel really old since I think a lot of the people there were 2nd year students I think. aigo.
So anyway, getting back to Sunday...I got to talk to Grant but then Anna comes on the phone and tells me she needs to use the phone as soon as I get off. Now normally this wouldn't phase me cuz my sister does that all the time (only in a brasher manner...hrmm, is brasher a word? or would it be more brash? haha) but that apparently irritated Grant cuz his sister does that all the time too. I have managed to make Grant think Anna is so irritating and so annoying and he hasn't even met her! muahahha *evil laugh* I'm bad no? But then her dad visited since he's in town for a conference. He brought a bunch of stuff we needed for the apt so I sorta feel more irked that I'm indebted to Anna. argh. AND THEN! (to top it all off) Anna and her dad ate dinner with us! ...that wouldn't be so bad if she had at least told me before hand that they were going to do so. I'm all for cooking for parents and the like, but to not give advanced notice is kind of rude. She had made it seem like they were going to go out and eat, but erk..i guess not.
So not too bad of a weekend I think...aside from all the Anna shit going on. The receptionist is out YET AGAIN today so guess who gets stuck doing all the crap work? yup..yours truely, but I don't mind..really. I like feeling busy and productive. I just wish this one coworker of mine wasn't so hard to get along with. She thinks I like her, but in fact I find her extremely annoying. Her personality is just really...I can't think of the word right now but its just shrill. Oh wells, its monday...the week better get better gosh dammit. heehee.
Oh yeah..and thankies to the people who signed my gbook. I LOVE YOU!! =)
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