I won’t be going to Puyallup to go to shul this Saturday–for various reasons. I barely made it last week, because I was scheduled to work; so I had to find someone to work that shift (I did find someone, fortunately). Unfortunately, I am scheduled to work on Saturday the 9th–so early in the morning that I’m not likely to find anyone willing. And for what? The blasted shift is only a few measely hours! Well, a bunch of people did just get hired on, but still–I don’t like having my hours cut. Neither does Imah. She’s talking about having me look for work elsewhere. The only problem is, I’m getting attached to some of my co-workers. I’d really miss them (my old self would SO be scoffing at that–Imah would too).

My only hope (for now, anyway) is the snow. While others may call in to say they can’t make it, I will not be deterred. Today, for instance, I was asked to come in early because some people couldn’t make it. I got extra hours because of it! That’s what I’m talking about. Bring on the snow!!

Other than its favoring me with extra hours, I have little regard for snow anymore. It’s pretty when it falls; it’s pretty when it settles; but, after having a dog for several years, I just can’t trust the stuff unless it’s above my waist. I abhor walking on it–who knows what revolting substances might lie below waiting to stick to the bottom of my shoe? Besides, it’s cold. I think I’ve finally discovered that I’m more intolerant of cold than of heat. I think I’ll get a winter home in Arizona. That sounds nice.

Another problem with snow: it’s slippery (my work shoes have extrememly little traction). Oh yeah–snow makes people act…strange.

Farewell for now. Perhaps I’ll blog again tomorrow.  

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Yes, I do realize I’ve been gone for awhile. Thanks. That said, I apologize for the lack of warning. I could informed you that I’m working earlier/longer hours which leave to tired to do much after my shift. What caught me off-guard was the computer apparently freaking out on Imah several times. For some reason, it’s my fault. So, I’ve kept away from the computer to prove my innocence. So far, so good. I’m gradually doing more and more–until I can find out what’s going on (it’s been a bit difficult though because the computer had been acting just fine for me).

I’ve not been keeping up on my journaling at all. Neither my blog nor my written journal which I use to analyze my thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors (I know what I sound like there. Just call me "Doc".). This is important to me because I want to be able to look back and see how I’ve improved–or just to peruse over good times.

Speaking of good times, I spent the weekend with Ariel. We went to Puyallup but didn’t dance because Yoseph had an accident at work in which a brick hit him in the face and well…would you want to dance if a brick hit you in the face? I rest my case. (Yes, I know what I sound like there. Thanks. I turned that position down–however fun it might have been.) With that week’s little one in tow, we hung out with Chris (the cool musician dude) and some others and played cards (spoons and BS, I believe. I won BS) before returning home. (Funny–it’s one of my homes-away-from-home, and Ariel no longer lives there, so we’re trying to train ourselves to say "the parents’ house".) We both spent the night there, for we were to go to Tay’s b-day party the next day. It was fun. There was a trampoline in the backyard that I couldn’t resist–it’s been years since I was on one. When my feet had effectively frozen, I came in and warmed them by the fire while eating the most delicious appples I’ve ever tasted! Later, we all candied out and I dropped off to sleep. Ah. Good times.

Speaking of good times (yes, I know I said that already–thanks), I’m going to Puyallup with Ariel again tomorrow. Only this time, she isn’t taking just one or two of her many siblings…the whole lot is going!! I insisted that whenever the whole family went, I had to go to. Well, I was assured that this was the weekend. I’m so happy!

Oy. I’m getting to excited. I didn’t take any coffee today, but I figured I didn’t need it–not with all the caffeinated aspirin I’m taking. Argh. Pain. Nausea. I hate this time of the month. Hey, at least it didn’t detract from my wonderful Thanksgiving with my brother and his family. That would have been tragic.

Cheers!

And Shabbat Shalom! *fading giggles*

(Oh yes–I’ve finished a chapter in my novel!! Now, I’m working on the chapter called "The Field of 40 Scourges". Muahahahaha!)

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Wow. There was a quite a crowd at shul yesterday. All the more for dancing afterward! Oh! It was so much fun! We learned a simple dance–simple except that kept getting faster and faster. I laughed myself silly trying to keep up (I did pretty well, if I do say so myself). We also reviewed one I’d learned before but had forgotten. I love it. Part of it represents walking on the hot desert sand–and the music is so mystical, so Middle Eastern.

Well, Ariel’s baby sisters (she brings her siblings in shifts of two) got tired, so we left. I had a movie for her and the other older sisters to watch, so she took me home (one of my homes-away-from-home). What a pleasant surprise that two friends I hadn’t seen in forever came over! It was great! The movie ("Midnight" with Claudette Colbert and Don Ameche–I love him ) was a smash with the girls–and with the boys who had come to see what we were laughing so hard about. I must have that movie. I will have that movie…one day.

After that, Ariel took me home. I didn’t have to be up early so I stayed up to finish typing up the latest of what I’ve written in my novel (I like to write it by hand and then type it up). I think I managed to make it into bed before today. Now, I get clean the house until it’s time for me to head off to work. I get to close tonight. Yay. (No, really. I actually do like it.)

And now…for Unconscious Mutterings:

1. Nick :: my character in LR, Nicholas "Nick" Isaiah, aka The Nerd. I love him.
2. Focus :: a word you hear quite a bit in my novel
3. Police :: Secret __
4. Miles :: a cool name
5. Earn :: __ a living
6. Twice :: __ the trouble
7. Razor :: what the Rafim (certain vile people in my novel) carry in their pockets.
8. Personality :: something that’s great have–but not all people do
9. Dumped :: what happens to the body in a homocide (I know–I watch too many crime shows)
10. Reliable :: Old __

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Partly because I was so excited about going to see my dancing friends in Puyallup and partly from the effects of lots of coffee/little sleep, I was acting really silly at work today. I mean, really silly. I hope none of my co-workers think I was on something. Sometimes, I think some of them are.

J-Ice and I had a constant splashing war throughout the day. The crowning moment, however, was when Big J "accidently" splashed a ton of water over me. (I really don’t think it was his fault–but I’ll get him back anyway. ) Today was definitely fun. Good thing I prayed this morning.

Eh. I’m either too tired too wired or both. I shall now depart.

Farewell! 

(I almost forgot! I posted the adventures of my favorite DragonFable rpg character (Shamira) on my "bad girl, alter-ego" myspace. Check it out here!) 

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Huh. I’ve finally gotten around to taking my GED. I got to the college late, so I’m not sure if I can finish the rest of the testing tomorrow. If I can’t, I have until next week. Yeck.

I have nothing else to report–other than one of my fellow test-takers looked just like Don Epps (a character on Numb3rs), and I told him so. LOL!

Oh, yes, for those of you who don’t know yet: I’ve lost interest in celebrating my birthday by the Gregorian calendar and will now only celebrate it on the Hebrew date. I’m so excited! …Even though the day has passed. Still…I plan to celebrate late.

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Is it fall yet?

I was walking to work the other day. The air was cold and crisp. Dead leaves tumbled along before my path. It was beautiful. I admit it. It’s the simple things that get to me. Nature, especially, has a way of touching the depths of my soul–giving me an inner peace and joy.

So, anyway, my moody spell is over–even if my fighting illness is not. I was just thinking this morning, "Well, you seem to be ok today," but I was later struck with lightheadedness, hot flashes, and nausea. Oh joy. I’m doing all I can not to get to the point of "officially sick".  Some horrible illness is still floating around work. It’s difficult to smile at customers when you feel like you’re either going to faint or throw up. I don’t like it at all. Not one bit. Couple that with the moody spell I had last week…it wasn’t pretty. Some customers got a surreptitious cursing (good thing I don’t curse like most people–a couple times it slipped out around my co-workers).

But that’s over now. However, I’m interested (in a rather way) to see how I fare this fall/winter in my new position, being exposed to the weather and all. I fear my natural charm will fade a bit. Oh dear. How depressing. Stop that! *Think happy thoughts*

I’m going to Puyallup next weekend! While it was good having a weekend to myself (I really needed the rest), I’ll be glad to see my friends again and do some dancing even. I was told that something special is going on this next weekend, so I’m extra excited. Oh dear. My nerves.

Um, did a little writing today. I’m so close to the end, it’s like torture having this writer’s block. And now that I am nearing the end, I’m looking at its sequel and vol. 3 and vol. 4 and wondering, Am I ever going to finish this series in my lifetime? Then, there’s the Eden/Edenarri (3+ volume) Series. Great. Why can’t I stick to sequels? Why do my stories have to become trilogies and beyond? Oy vey. (How can something so stressful be so incredibly fun?)

Well, a certain web rpg awaits me. I was hoping to get my warrior character to level 14 today. Sure blew that.

Oh wow! I almost forgot the most important news. I’m supposedly taking my GED test this week. Pray for my success, if you will. I’ve nearly given up on ever going to college (boy, does that sound depressing). I’m also hoping to get my hair cut this week (it’s almost two inches long!). *Whew* Glad I got that off my chest.

Now, for Unconscious Mutterings: 

1. Theft :: begger
2. Storage :: unit (I know them well.)
3. Pick :: …a lock
4. Los Angeles :: common mistaken capital of CA
5. The one :: Mr. Right
6. Accent :: British or Scottish (love it!)
7. Rivalry :: The Prestige (good movie, actually)
8. Process :: scientific
9. Streets :: danger
10. Museum :: of Flight (I love that place)

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