A Mad & Faithful Telling

So I got tix to see Devotchka in Reno for January 29th yesterday and was very excited. They're interesting and I think they'll be amazing live. It's for a Thursday night but my work is so flexible I didn't even think to get the days off before buying the tix. And when given the option of getting ticket insurance for a meager $6 more I skipped it because I didn't think it would be necessary.

Then I get to work this morning and boss tells me to start working on an event for January 30th! I had planned on asking for that day off so that we could stay the night and gamble a bit. And I'd need to leave early on the 29th to get there in time for the show but now I won't be able to. I'll need to be getting things ready the 29th and I'll have to be here for the 30th. I'm really disappointed but I feel as this is a lesson in patience for me. Oh well, can't do much about it now.

I feel like I did so much this weekend it's no wonder I'm still tired. Friday I spent in Sacramento of course. Highlight...a creepy crow and the man who killed (maybe? allegedly?) the pear girl.

Saturday morning I couldn't resist heading over to Beers and seeing what books they have. Do I need a book to read? No, no I don't. I have way more than anyone can read at a time. But did I buy a book, oh yes...yes I did. I'm currently reading The Watchmen and as soon as I've finished I don't know what I want to read next. But at least I have choices. I love reading and it's not like I buy them and never read them. It's just an investment in future entertainment. As further proof of my reading addiction here is my nightstand.

Festival of Trees

Megan, her mom (my godmother) Heidi, and I went to the Festival of Trees in Lodi today! I felt a bit as if I had walked into an episode of Gilmore Girls but I had a lot of fun. It was ridiculous cold though. We tried some Russian tea, which is basically warm Tang and way too sweet and walked around and saw everything and did some shopping.

I'm a sucker for homemade soap and I got a few that smell amazing. There was also this button enthusiast who actually has a button lovers club and makes jewelery out of buttons. She went on and on about buttons and I politely listened. I ended up getting this button from the 1920's that was made into a ring. I'm a sucker for the style of that period and the ring is very unique.

We also made our own dip candles which was fun! I worked really hard at dipping it so that it was perfect but when the lady mounted my candle (that's what she said) onto the wood she kind effed it up. Oh well. We then decorated it with pine cones, fake berries, etc. with surprisingly strong Elmer's glue. I like how mine turned out, even if it's a bit crooked.

Gingerbread Architecture

Today I was supposed to go to a hockey game but it didn't work out so Megan came over and we went out. During dinner we decided it would be fun to watch Elf and make a gingerbread house.

So we headed over to Cost Plus and let me tell you, I love that store. I think we spent close to an hour wandering around in there. But we found lots of things we would want for Christmas and I found the perfect reading chair. I've wanted a reading chair for my room for probably two years now. I like reading in my room but reading in bed messes up my sleep patterns and doesn't help my insomnia. I'm thinking if I had a comfy chair to read in that would be great. It's only $300! Ya, I don't think I'll be getting it this Christmas but whatever.

So we got back to my house and watched Elf (I forgot how much I like this movie) and constructed a cute gingerbread house. And what it lacks in finesse we made up for with love! However, I ended up with frosting everywhere...on my arms, on my phone and on my forehead. Really not sure how that happened.

But look how great it turned out! It's too cute to eat so it will be the start of my Christmas decorations. I can't wait to get a tree!

Daydreamer

You know what I love about this time of year? I love how it's cold and I get to wear heavy jackets, scarves, knit hats, gloves...the possibilities are endless. I love that it rains and the air gets thick with fog. I love hot chocolate with marshmallows and driving up to the snow. I love Christmas music and Christmas socks. I love getting to spend time with my friends and family and I REALLY love that I'll have two weeks off this year. I definitely love working at a school. I haven't had a proper Christmas vacation since graduating from high school five years ago.

I look forward to making memories on some adventures soon. I rather not plan too hard but I want to go to the snow, Disneyland, LA, San Francisco and lots of time in Sacramento. It will be great.

However, I do not like the crowds of people driving their cars around me or the ridiculous amount of people in stores these days with pissy attitudes. I went to Best Buy yesterday to get Britney's CD (go get it...now. No seriously.) and I didn't even think about the fact that there would be a longer line then say a week ago. It took me over 20 minutes to wait to pay for my one item, but I tried to be positive. Although I did whine a bit, at least I'm trying to keep positive. It's the season for giving not grinching! I know that if someone was buying me a gift (and I will not stop you if that is something you'd like to do!) I know that I would want the experience while obtaining said gift to be good. I don't want a bad-karma gift. So please do your part and enjoy shopping. Giving shouldn't be an obligation...ever.

Devil Town

The end of the second ep of Friday Night Lights features a song by Tony Lucca...I literally stopped breathing for a second when the song started. I'm aware that's crazy.

Just Like a Circus

I'm previewing Britney's new album, Circus, before it's released December 2nd. I'm probably way more excited about this than a 23 year-old woman should be. Whatever, love her and it's great so far!

Sunday Pedi Sunday

I am writing this while getting a pedicure. I can't think of anything better than having someone make my toes and feet pretty for me so I am free to do important things like this on my phone.

As a side note, driving in dense fog is horrible. It was so bad last night I broke at one point because the mass of white in front of me looked solid. I would liken it to Lost's black smoke monster's white cousin.

Oh and if anyone saw today's breast with larvae on Post Secret this morning are you as disturbed as I am?

What I Want vs. What I Need

So Christmas is coming (!) and although there isn't much I actually need, of course there is an array of things I want. So if you are curious to know (and why wouldn't you be), I have compiled a list of my wants...so far. Expect an addendum.

First up...

This tote bag. It is beyond adorable and I can't stop thinking about it. It is from modcloth.com and retails for $58.

Second...

It's a makeup palette from sephora.com and retails for $48 but is a $320 value. Omg you guys, that is amazing! I dream of all the fun times I can have with this in my life.

Third...

An iPod nano in super cute hot pink. What could be cuter?? it's from applestore.com for $149.

Fourth...

Rachael Yamagata's new CD. It's like $13.99 at any CD store. Great deal guys.


So that's it for now. This is definitely not all inclusive, just what I've got so far!

This plan of mine is oh so very lame...can't you see the grass is greener where it rains?

I have way too much free time and yet I feel like I don't get anything accomplished. Too much time to think and over think things. I like to fill this time with mindless entertainment and brief day dreams of all the places I want to visit. I'm feeling claustrophobic and I need to break out and have some adventures. If not now, when??