The New OTP
I've been afraid to post about this, because the deal is not completely done yet. If everything works out, though, DJ and will have bought a house by the end of the year. We have a contract on a three bedroom, two bath brick ranch in Tucker. I love it! It is totally cute, and in a good location. We close on the 29th.
There are pictures on my flickr page
http://www.flickr.com/photos/25228589@N00/
Tuesday, December 12, 2006
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
Our First Thanksgiving
We had our first Thanksgiving last week. We went down to St. Simons to visit with D's parents on the actual holiday, so on Sunday we had some family over to our house here in Atlanta for a "mini Thanksgiving." I was quite proud of us! We made mashed potatoes, homemade cranberry sauce, broccoli casserole, green beans, and rolls. We even heated a precooked turkey. I was proud of that, considering that I have no idea how to cook meat!
Tuesday, November 07, 2006
Sunday, November 05, 2006
I Want to Live in Star's Hollow
My husband and I have started the process of buying our first home. So far, it's been exhausting. Interesting, but exhausting.
We started looking several weeks ago. Since the beginning, I have had visions of us finding a cute little house inside the perimeter. Nothing huge, nothing expensive - just a cute little place with a yard and a nice kitchen. In my fantasy, the important thing is the neighborhood. It's the kind of neighborhood that I see on television all the time. There are friendly women walking down the street with cute dogs on leashes. There are nice people working in their gardens next door. There is a neighborhood pool where residents have cookouts and Christmas gatherings. In essence, the whole place feels like home.
Over the past few weeks, we've searched hard for the fantasy house. It involves lots of driving around, following small red "home for sale" signs with arrows and balloons attached. It means pulling out lots of fliers rolled up into tubes or plastic boxes. It means being really patient.
We've had to revise our search a couple of times, but we've got some good prospects, I think. Maybe soon we'll be homeowners!
My husband and I have started the process of buying our first home. So far, it's been exhausting. Interesting, but exhausting.
We started looking several weeks ago. Since the beginning, I have had visions of us finding a cute little house inside the perimeter. Nothing huge, nothing expensive - just a cute little place with a yard and a nice kitchen. In my fantasy, the important thing is the neighborhood. It's the kind of neighborhood that I see on television all the time. There are friendly women walking down the street with cute dogs on leashes. There are nice people working in their gardens next door. There is a neighborhood pool where residents have cookouts and Christmas gatherings. In essence, the whole place feels like home.
Over the past few weeks, we've searched hard for the fantasy house. It involves lots of driving around, following small red "home for sale" signs with arrows and balloons attached. It means pulling out lots of fliers rolled up into tubes or plastic boxes. It means being really patient.
We've had to revise our search a couple of times, but we've got some good prospects, I think. Maybe soon we'll be homeowners!
Thursday, October 12, 2006
Dirty Deed
I'm finally updating my blog (thanks for all your help, Jen!). I'm sorry that it's taken me so long to write a new entry. It has taken me awhile to figure out how to change the background. The next step is to figure out how to edit pictures. I think I should be able to add some more photos this weekend.
So, I went running tonight with my husband's coworker. We have hung out a few times before, and I really like her. This is the first time we have ever been running together. I was excited about the possibility of having a new exercise partner.
Anyway, she invited me to go trail running at this park in Sandy Springs. I work in Duluth, so it's a pretty long haul to get over there. I was a little late finishing up with some stuff at work, so I ducked into the bathroom at 5:20 to change into my running clothes. I had put on my shorts and shoes when I realized that I forgot to bring a sports bra. Crap! It was too far to go home, so I had to stop by a store on the way to the park.
I ran into Target and bought the first one I could find (it happened to be on sale!). I ran back into the parking lot and hopped into the car. Then I stopped - how was I going to get the thing on? Screw it. I did the most unlady-like thing possible. I glanced around to see if anyone was looking, and I put that thing on in the Target parking lot. Classy, huh?
I'm finally updating my blog (thanks for all your help, Jen!). I'm sorry that it's taken me so long to write a new entry. It has taken me awhile to figure out how to change the background. The next step is to figure out how to edit pictures. I think I should be able to add some more photos this weekend.
So, I went running tonight with my husband's coworker. We have hung out a few times before, and I really like her. This is the first time we have ever been running together. I was excited about the possibility of having a new exercise partner.
Anyway, she invited me to go trail running at this park in Sandy Springs. I work in Duluth, so it's a pretty long haul to get over there. I was a little late finishing up with some stuff at work, so I ducked into the bathroom at 5:20 to change into my running clothes. I had put on my shorts and shoes when I realized that I forgot to bring a sports bra. Crap! It was too far to go home, so I had to stop by a store on the way to the park.
I ran into Target and bought the first one I could find (it happened to be on sale!). I ran back into the parking lot and hopped into the car. Then I stopped - how was I going to get the thing on? Screw it. I did the most unlady-like thing possible. I glanced around to see if anyone was looking, and I put that thing on in the Target parking lot. Classy, huh?
Friday, August 25, 2006
JT Concert!
Carly and I went to see Justin Timberlake at the Tabernacle this past Sunday. The show was awesome. "Sexy Back" was definitely the hit of the night!!
The best part, though, was the dancing. JT is an awesome dancer!
The pictures aren't the best because they wouldn't let us use the flash. Hopefully, you can see a little bit!
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Beach Weekend
We went to St. Simons this weekend for some relaxing beach time. Here is DJ, getting a tan.
We bought Sophie this awesome new bed. It's called a "Kitty Kube." She can get inside it, like her own little cave.
Here is Sophie on her way to the kennel. She likes to ride on the floor of the car, for some reason.
The whole family. We found tons of sand dollers. They were still alive, though, so we put them back.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Down with DJ Evil Jet
Monday night we went to see Michael McDonald & Steely Dan at Chastain Park. I have to say, I would probably never listen to either of these two bands on my own, but the show was pretty awesome. Michael McD brought out a full choir to sing with him on the last three songs!
Michael McD and Steely Dan are two of DJ's favorite bands ever, so after the show, he went up to the stage to try and get a copy of the setlist.
One of our favorite places to go out in Atlanta is The Cavern, which is in the Virgina Highlands. The past several times that we've gone in there on the weekend, this DJ has been playing. Both he and his set-up are so cheezy. He has a shaved head, and he only wears black. He also wears those spikey collars and braclets. All around his Dj booth are Christmas lights in the shape of dog bones! His name is DJ Evil Jet. For some reason, though, Deeg has trouble remembering this guy's name, and he usually calls him DJ Evil Rob.
The operative word, though, is EVIL. The guy is a total toad. One time, Licky went up and requested that he play some Interpol. He told her no because he hates Interpol and refused to play her request! Regardless, we are always nice to him because he plays good 80's music. DJ even tipped him the last time we were there.
So anyway, DJ goes up to the stage after the show to try and get a copy of the set list. There were a lot of other people up there trying to do the same thing. The crew breaking down the stage were pretty much ignoring everyone and it wasn't looking like anyone was going to get a set list. All of a sudden, DJ spots DJ Evil Jet! He is working as a crew member, helping to break down the stage, and he has a set list IN HIS HAND!
DJ, in his drunkeness, screams out, "DJ Evil Rob! DJ Evil Rob! I see you at The Cavern all the time! Can I have that setlist?"
DJ Evil Jet just looks at him, smiles in his evil way, and say, "Sorry man." Then he folds the set list up and puts it in his pocket!
So that's why I am saying DOWN WITH DJ EVIL JET! No matter how nice you are to him, he's an impossible nut to crack. I think we need to start spending our Saturday nights somewhere else!
Monday night we went to see Michael McDonald & Steely Dan at Chastain Park. I have to say, I would probably never listen to either of these two bands on my own, but the show was pretty awesome. Michael McD brought out a full choir to sing with him on the last three songs!
Michael McD and Steely Dan are two of DJ's favorite bands ever, so after the show, he went up to the stage to try and get a copy of the setlist.
One of our favorite places to go out in Atlanta is The Cavern, which is in the Virgina Highlands. The past several times that we've gone in there on the weekend, this DJ has been playing. Both he and his set-up are so cheezy. He has a shaved head, and he only wears black. He also wears those spikey collars and braclets. All around his Dj booth are Christmas lights in the shape of dog bones! His name is DJ Evil Jet. For some reason, though, Deeg has trouble remembering this guy's name, and he usually calls him DJ Evil Rob.
The operative word, though, is EVIL. The guy is a total toad. One time, Licky went up and requested that he play some Interpol. He told her no because he hates Interpol and refused to play her request! Regardless, we are always nice to him because he plays good 80's music. DJ even tipped him the last time we were there.
So anyway, DJ goes up to the stage after the show to try and get a copy of the set list. There were a lot of other people up there trying to do the same thing. The crew breaking down the stage were pretty much ignoring everyone and it wasn't looking like anyone was going to get a set list. All of a sudden, DJ spots DJ Evil Jet! He is working as a crew member, helping to break down the stage, and he has a set list IN HIS HAND!
DJ, in his drunkeness, screams out, "DJ Evil Rob! DJ Evil Rob! I see you at The Cavern all the time! Can I have that setlist?"
DJ Evil Jet just looks at him, smiles in his evil way, and say, "Sorry man." Then he folds the set list up and puts it in his pocket!
So that's why I am saying DOWN WITH DJ EVIL JET! No matter how nice you are to him, he's an impossible nut to crack. I think we need to start spending our Saturday nights somewhere else!
Thursday, August 03, 2006
My New Favorite Drink
On Wednesday night, Hammy and I went to a friend's birthday drop-in at Trader Vic's in the bottom of the Hilton Hotel downtown. I had never been to one before, but it is a very cool bar. The tiki atmosphere and unique drinks made for a very cool birthday! We also had a good time riding the numerous elevators up and down while we tried to find the place.
While we were there, I found my new favorite drink. I had read several books where the Pimm's Cup was mentioned, and I had always wondered what one tasted like. I had also heard about the drink in relation to Wimbledon, and it sounded delicious.
My first taste confirmed my suspicions. The drink looked a little bit like a bloody mary, but it didn't taste like it at all. It was sweet and girly - just the way I like it!
Here is a recipe I found online. I highly recommed it!
On Wednesday night, Hammy and I went to a friend's birthday drop-in at Trader Vic's in the bottom of the Hilton Hotel downtown. I had never been to one before, but it is a very cool bar. The tiki atmosphere and unique drinks made for a very cool birthday! We also had a good time riding the numerous elevators up and down while we tried to find the place.
While we were there, I found my new favorite drink. I had read several books where the Pimm's Cup was mentioned, and I had always wondered what one tasted like. I had also heard about the drink in relation to Wimbledon, and it sounded delicious.
My first taste confirmed my suspicions. The drink looked a little bit like a bloody mary, but it didn't taste like it at all. It was sweet and girly - just the way I like it!
Here is a recipe I found online. I highly recommed it!
- Fill a Collins glass with ice
- Mix one part Pimms Cup No. 1 with two parts lemonade
- Stir or shake
- Top off with club soda, or use lemon-lime soda for a sweeter drink
- Stir lightly, but do NOT shake again
- Garnish with a slice of kirby cucumber; lemon wedge optional
OPTIONS:
- If not lemonade is at hand, use Sprite or 7-Up
- To make with ginger ale, use plenty of lemons
- Mint, apple & orange can be added
- For the coup de grace, use borage leaves
- If no
Sunday, July 30, 2006
I Don't Wanna Be a Hussla'
My girlfriend Carly and I went dancing this weekend at the Jack Rabbit lounge in Buckhead. Our friend Elliot was djing, and we wanted to represent. Meanwhile, my husband, DJ, and Carly's fiance, Robbie, went to The Earl to see Oneida.
I had never been to the Jack Rabbit before, but it is a cool club. The dance floor is cute and the couches and tables are stylish and comfey. It's also pretty small, which makes it more accessible than the other clubs I've been to in Buckhead.
Elliot did an awesome job. The music was really good. He played the new Jay-Z/Beyonce song, and the new Christina Aguilera single, among others! It was the perfect mix for having a dance party. After a few Cosmo's and some Coors Lite, the new beer of choice, Carly and I danced it up.
After a while, we started to notice a problem. Most of the other people in the club were mixing it up - the couples were dancing together and the singles were moving around, meeting each other. This was my first visit to a club since I got married, and it posed a little bit of a quandry. Throughout the night, several different guys came up to us. We looked like single girls, I guess. There were just the two of us, dancing together. You know how it is in a club like that - the music is loud, and it's hard to really have a conversation. A couple of the guys wouldn't even really say much. It would be like, "Hey, I'm Mike," and then they'd just start dancing with you.
Carly and I quickly realized the problem: How do you let someone know that you're not available without coming off as being completely pretentious or rude? Do you yell back, "Hey, I'm married," first thing? Do you just stop dancing and politely excuse yourself?
Carly and I tried to take a more subtle approach. We would talk to the guys for a few minutes, then gradually work our husbands/fiances into the conversation. This worked well with one of the guys - he recently moved here from Canada. He seemed really cool and we talked to him for a long time about being new to the area and going to Braves games.
This didn't work well at all several times, though. Twice we had guys buy us shots. Before we started talking at all, they just said, "Hey, you guys come over here and let us buy you some shots." What were we supposed to say to that? We took the shots, of course!! We both made sure to take them with our left hands, hoping that they would notice the rings. They eventually got the message, but now without some scathing looks from at least one of the pairs of dudes.
The question is, could we have handeled it better? Robbie and DJ says that we where hustling people, since we accepted shots from "unsuspecting mens." Is that true? That actually made me feel kindof bad. I mean, I don't want to pull one over on anyone.
Is going to a club after you're married considered "false advertising?" Are married women not supposed to go out to certain places without their boys? Is this the end of girls night out?! I certainly hope not, as we had so much fun. By the end of the night, DJ and Robbie joined us, and Carly demonstrated how to do push-ups on the bathroom floor!
My girlfriend Carly and I went dancing this weekend at the Jack Rabbit lounge in Buckhead. Our friend Elliot was djing, and we wanted to represent. Meanwhile, my husband, DJ, and Carly's fiance, Robbie, went to The Earl to see Oneida.
I had never been to the Jack Rabbit before, but it is a cool club. The dance floor is cute and the couches and tables are stylish and comfey. It's also pretty small, which makes it more accessible than the other clubs I've been to in Buckhead.
Elliot did an awesome job. The music was really good. He played the new Jay-Z/Beyonce song, and the new Christina Aguilera single, among others! It was the perfect mix for having a dance party. After a few Cosmo's and some Coors Lite, the new beer of choice, Carly and I danced it up.
After a while, we started to notice a problem. Most of the other people in the club were mixing it up - the couples were dancing together and the singles were moving around, meeting each other. This was my first visit to a club since I got married, and it posed a little bit of a quandry. Throughout the night, several different guys came up to us. We looked like single girls, I guess. There were just the two of us, dancing together. You know how it is in a club like that - the music is loud, and it's hard to really have a conversation. A couple of the guys wouldn't even really say much. It would be like, "Hey, I'm Mike," and then they'd just start dancing with you.
Carly and I quickly realized the problem: How do you let someone know that you're not available without coming off as being completely pretentious or rude? Do you yell back, "Hey, I'm married," first thing? Do you just stop dancing and politely excuse yourself?
Carly and I tried to take a more subtle approach. We would talk to the guys for a few minutes, then gradually work our husbands/fiances into the conversation. This worked well with one of the guys - he recently moved here from Canada. He seemed really cool and we talked to him for a long time about being new to the area and going to Braves games.
This didn't work well at all several times, though. Twice we had guys buy us shots. Before we started talking at all, they just said, "Hey, you guys come over here and let us buy you some shots." What were we supposed to say to that? We took the shots, of course!! We both made sure to take them with our left hands, hoping that they would notice the rings. They eventually got the message, but now without some scathing looks from at least one of the pairs of dudes.
The question is, could we have handeled it better? Robbie and DJ says that we where hustling people, since we accepted shots from "unsuspecting mens." Is that true? That actually made me feel kindof bad. I mean, I don't want to pull one over on anyone.
Is going to a club after you're married considered "false advertising?" Are married women not supposed to go out to certain places without their boys? Is this the end of girls night out?! I certainly hope not, as we had so much fun. By the end of the night, DJ and Robbie joined us, and Carly demonstrated how to do push-ups on the bathroom floor!
Thursday, July 27, 2006
Tom Petty Has Been Rockin' for 30 Years
I heard a really cool interview with Tom Petty on Fresh Air this afternoon. One time, someone tried to burn his house down while he and his family were sleeping in it! He talks about "I won't Back Down," one of the coolest songs ever.
The interview also features some of the songs off his new solo record.
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
Hello There
Welcome to my blog!
Today I had an eye-opening experience - I visited several of my friends' blogs for the first time.
I have always had a fear of online posting. To me, it would mean putting something out there for anyone to read. What if I didn't want strangers to see it? What could I possibly say that people would want to read? What if my grammer is really horrible?
Today, however, I realized the pure awesomeness of the blog. In ten minutes, I was able to see what three of my really good friends have been up to over the past two months. I got to see the new things that they're interested in and the things they have written about their lives. It is amazing to me how much you can learn about people you've known for years, simply by reading what they write!
Today I had an eye-opening experience - I visited several of my friends' blogs for the first time.
I have always had a fear of online posting. To me, it would mean putting something out there for anyone to read. What if I didn't want strangers to see it? What could I possibly say that people would want to read? What if my grammer is really horrible?
Today, however, I realized the pure awesomeness of the blog. In ten minutes, I was able to see what three of my really good friends have been up to over the past two months. I got to see the new things that they're interested in and the things they have written about their lives. It is amazing to me how much you can learn about people you've known for years, simply by reading what they write!
So now I feel like I finally understand the blog. It's not something that strangers are necessarily going to read and critique at all. It's not a place where only people who are really clever and interesting can write. It's just a way to stay connected to the people I care about. And since a lot of my friends are doing exciting things right now and are moving to exciting new places, that is more important to me now than it has ever been.
So that is the purpose of this blog - to find out about all of the exciting things that are happening in the lives of my friends and family and to share some of the events that are happening in my life as well. And everyone will just have to forgive my horrible grammer.
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