So, today was my last official day at the Union & Alameda (or Alameda & Union) Starbucks.  Once again, I was made to feel like I am not up to snuff, which actually made the going easier.  I might have been a little more sad to go had I not been relegated to operating the register the entire shift, and when the enquiry was made as to why, I was told ( Read more... )

I'm beginning to develop a love/hate relationship with John Deere. I love them because they bring my S (mine, mine, mine - no possessiveness there at all) to this side of the planet, and he can visit at no monetary cost to either of us. A very good thing, especially considering that I'm so broke that I can't even pay attention right now... But! ( Read more... )

Are hard..  And if they're so long distance that it's international, they're spendy, too...

And it makes me sleepy...  S is 9 hours ahead, so if I want to talk to him it's midnight before we really get to talking, or it's the middle of the day.  Either way, I find myself wanting to sleep at weird times...

And I don't know why I'm whining unless it's ( Read more... )

So, I got an email at some point that said, try getting driving directions from New York City to London on Google Maps.  Being the geek that I am, I HAD to try it...  All was well until step #24...

Drive: 3,938 mi (about 29 days 10 hours)

1. Head southeast on Chambers St toward Broadway: 0.2 mi 1 min

2. Turn right at Centre St: 0.1 mi

3. Slight left ( Read more... )

Your Love Life is Like The Princess Bride
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"So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long and its purpose in the service of your people. Prepare a noble death song for ( Read more... )