Yes, but why is the sleep gone? January 18, 2007

I’ve been awake more hours than I can currently count. After trying and failing to sleep, I accompanied Mom on a shopping trip. I mentioned that the Valentine’s cards are out, and maybe we should get some for Jereme. That reminded her that she was signed up to provide party favors for his class Valentine’s [...]

It’s your fault. January 16, 2007

When I’m especially tired, I tend to question the most unlikely things. What is the etymology of “etymology”? How did the five-pointed star-shape become known as a star, when real stars aren’t pointed at all? How long after playing cards were invented did solitaire come into existence? Mom called this afternoon, saying she was craving [...]

It’s the little things. January 15, 2007

[Note from the future: I really should start actually writing these online so they're posted on time.] Today was nice. Another of those small days, but nice. Steve and I played Star Wars: Battlefront for awhile this afternoon, and then we went over to my parents’ to visit. Jereme hasn’t been feeling well, but he [...]

I’m going to be an aunt. January 13, 2007

Steve and I recently found out that his sister, Kristina, is pregnant. When she first told Steve, he was nearly in shock, and accidentally gave her the impression that he wasn’t happy about it. She texted me, later, asking how he really felt about it, and I got to smooth things out. However, we still [...]

Rubber. January 10, 2007

So, another evening with Mom and Jereme, this time without the religious discussions. Every time my parents feed us, they seem to think a movie’s required. Tonight’s choice was actually a lot of (family) fun: “My Date With the President’s Daughter.” While I like the movie, I can’t see the President without thinking of his [...]

Of hell and chimps January 9, 2007

Brent Sienna said it: “Jesus has come back and he’s a phone now.” Spending the afternoon with my mother is a wonderful, confusing experience. While feeding us her awesome chicken fried steak, she starts talking about this book recounting the experiences of a woman who claims to literally have gone to hell. I’m familiar with [...]

Interesting mail is fun. January 6, 2007

I must remember to check my mail more often. Just today, I had a boxful: a “pay-it-forward” package from TayLynn, a holiday card from Sarah, a long-awaited letter from Kristen, and a visitors’ guide to Anchorage, which I plan to cut up immediately. Oh, and the water bill. We spent the evening at my parents’, [...]