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I've happily figured out where this stupid cough that I've been getting lately came from. When I go into an air-conditioned building (like work) from an un-air-conditioned building (like my house), I get this nasty cough. It's annoying, but I'm happy that I know where it came from.
You know, there are times I like driving in the rain. I love the sound of windshield wipers (as long as it's raining hard enough that the wipers don't squeak).
Current song in my head:
"Perfect Day" by Elton John and...somebody
Much as I complain about my job and my boss at times, I do like what I do. And I like getting positive feedback; it’s good to know that I’m doing my job well. And yesterday I got kudos from Jeff, saying that the author I’ve been working with on a contract said I was good to work with. And apparently the OTs on staff have been complimenting that #$^$%& backpack literature review I did. Sure, it was the bane of my existence for a bit, but at least it turned out okay.
Current song in my head:
“zak and sara” by Ben Folds
A lot of the schools around here reconvened today (or are starting tomorrow). Naturally this morning, all the djs were discussing back to school shopping and heading back and that sort of thing. And once again, I got all nostalgic for going back to school. Even though it’s been three years since the last time I did, I feel like it’s time to go out, buy some new pens, notebooks, and folders, and get all prepped for school. It didn’t help that it was just a little cool out this morning, and it was overcast, so it totally felt like it should be fall. I felt odd wearing a lightweight dress (though now I’m thankful, because it’s approximately 90 million degrees in my office).
I miss it. I want to go back to school. I’m all psyched for a copyediting class I’m taking. I’m looking forward to homework and taking notes and going to class. Bizarre, I know. I can’t explain it. Maybe it’s just that part of me that always wants to be a kid. Plus, there’s all the blocking of how annoying homework is.
Current song in my head:
“Don’t Stop Thinking About Tomorrow”
BBC viewers were polled, and a list of the top 100 Britons of all time was created. It includes such varied names as Boy George, Queen Victoria, Johnny Rotten, and Winston Churchill. Three of the four Beatles are listed (poor Ringo). Oddly enough, John and George each simply have "former Beatle" given as a reason; Paul's also includes "singer/songwriter." Um, and John and George weren't? The list includes people like Charles Dickens and William Blake, but doesn't have Wordsworth. It has the Queen Mother, but not Colin Firth (like he isn't a national treasure!). It's a very odd list. I can see the difficulty; it would be hard coming up with the 100 top Americans of all time. But still, strangeness. I recommend you give it a look.
Current song in my head:
"Heaven on Their Minds" from Jesus Christ Superstar
So I skipped the gym, but spent the evening cleaning the bathroom and kitchen thoroughly (and sweeping my room). Good times, I know. But it was nice. I listened to Les Mis (the Complete Symphonic Recording) and it brought me right back to sophomore year of high school, when I listened to it and fell absolutely in love with it. I had thought I was obsessed with Phantom, but it didn't compare to my love for Les Mis. And this recording is where I first heard Michael Ball. It's been so long since I've listened to this; I had forgotten what a great show it is.
Now, some quiet reading time before bed.
Current song in my head:
"Bring Him Home" from Les Mis
Yesterday was nice. Saw two good movies (Road to Perdition and Possession), wandered around an area I didn't even know existed, relaxed in the evening. Very lovely and quiet. I even had a Blizzard. Mmm.
Today? I don't know. I'm cranky or tired or something. I can't put my finger on it. I think it's that general malaise. But it'll pass. I mean hey, I'm going to the Jersey Shore tomorrow night. Woo! And tonight looks to be thrilling: going to the gym and cleaning the bathroom. Life just doesn't get any better.
Oh, and welcome back to Brent and Steve.
Current song in my head:
"It Just Doesn't Get Any Better Than This" from Whistle Down the Wind
Things to do this week:
Write a lit review
Call an author about a contract and get a list of chapter authors from her
Do a market analysis form for a potential publication
Do a production schedule for an upcoming book
Move boxes and filing from one office to another
Find files for an old publication
Organize a division meeting
Draft a response to a copyright inquiry
Things I’m actually doing:
Writing a blog entry
Reading the TWoP recap of “The Pack” episode of Buffy (mmm, hyena-Xander)
Motivation? What’s that?
Current song in my head:
“She Loves You” by the Beatles
I found out at lunch today that I get 3 weeks of vacation a year starting with my 2-year anniversary next month. Woo!
My nose is all stopped up. I blame the air conditioning, because I could breathe when I went outside. Stupid air conditioning. Leslie said that when she sleeps with the fan on, it happens. And I had my fan on last night. But hello, that was hours ago! Ack.
Current song in my head:
"Stand" by R.E.M.
Happy International Left-Handers Day! I’m so psyched there’s a day celebrating us southpaws. It’s also Daughter’s Day, which means twice the celebration for me. Woo!
Ever feel like you need some excitement in your life?
Current song in my head:
“Standing Still” by Jewel
It’s always odd when worlds collide. Becca handled it beautifully. And her friends from New Jersey? They rock. So much so that I’ve actually bookmarked their blogs, so I don’t have to get to them from Becca’s page, which is what I’ve done in the past.
I still have no boss. The department head, who’s been acting as my boss, is out for the week. As are like five other people in my department. I spent the first 90 minutes of work chatting with co-workers. It’s all good. Plus, it’s my compressed week. And no plans for the weekend! Relaxation! Sleep! Yay!!!
And I recommend not trying to think about the future. Well, I shouldn’t, anyway. Gets far too confusing and makes my head hurt. So I plan on avoiding thinking about the future until I absolutely have to.
Current song in my head:
“All Star” by Smashmouth
Back from Oregon. And the lit review was sitting on my chair at work, waiting for me. Not cool. And time is going sooo slowly. Very frustrating. But it is good to be back. It’s always weird when you get back to your house after a while away. Everything’s familiar, but still kind of strange. I don’t know how to describe it. Anyway, too much work, not enough motivation.
Current song in my head:
The Mattress Discounters jingle
B.B.
Memorial Day, 1996 - August 4, 2002
Rest in peace, my little fuzzy one
Had an odd dream last night involving Sars. Apparently she had read my blog and was impressed and wanted me to be a recapper and/or moderator for TWoP. Wing Chun also wanted me to join the team. But we were having this discussion in a subway station in New York City and I couldn't figure out how to get home. I just don't know.
Oregon is good, but pretty tiring. My family (both immediate and extended) is still strange. Some in a good way.
Current song in my head:
"I'll Follow the Sun" by the Beatles