The End

Today we'll take a break from our usual scheduled programming for an update. I thinks I'll start with my hair......as you can see from the pictures the "ugly faze" I discussed in a previous post has officially arrived. As my nephews grandmother so eloquently stated while staring at me in disbelief (at Christmas dinner mind you) "Oh, don't worry baby... it will grow fast." WTF! Thanks, that really makes me feel better. That's JUST what I needed to hear. Anyway six weeks have passed since the beginning of this process and my desire to stay napptural is slowly starting to dissolve. My first return trip to the stylist didn't go very well. He washed it and re-twisted in section twice the size of the first time. I sat under the hot ass dryer for almost an hour and when I left I looked like I'd stuck...

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California Christmas

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Girls Night Out

It's Christmas night and I'm sitting at work (just like I was during part of Christmas Eve). Anyway, a little about my weekend........Some friends from high school and I went to dinner Wednesday night at MECCA then out for drinks at Martuni's in SF. The food was yummy and....the pictures tell the rest of the stor...

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....drinking led to singing Posted by He...

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pehaps a little to much drinking. Posted by He...

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Words To Live By

........never NEVER ever, ever, ever eat prunes at work!!! That's it for toda...

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Plagiarism

I got this idea from a blog authored by someone I don't know. I think this post is kind of a cop out because I don't have anything else to say today. THREE NAMES YOU GO BY: 1. B. 2. Bacon 3. Fremit THREE SCREEN NAMES YOU HAVE HAD: 1. Songbird 2. Songbirds 3. Prototype THREE THINGS YOU LIKE ABOUT YOURSELF: 1. My Voice 2. My laid back personality 3. T&A (enough said) THREE THINGS YOU HATE/DISLIKE ABOUT YOURSELF: 1. My stomach problems (Lactose intolerant) I guess the fact that it's unusually large sucks too. 2. I can be shy/anti-social 3. Constant urges to shank/Bi*ch slap people for no reason. THREE PARTS OF YOUR HERITAGE: 1. African (obviously) 2. Indian (don't hate cause you ain't got good hair like me :-)....Whatever that means) 3. I'm not sure about the rest. THREE THINGS THAT...

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cOmPlaiNiNg

I watched this chick get hit by a car yesterday. It was hysterical! Don't worry, she was fine but I don't feel like elaborating on that right now, I'd rather complain. (already breaking my new years resolution) I have to work three twelve and one 13 hour shift this week and I am pissed. I'm also upset that I missed the party I was suppose to drop by before work. Thanks to my wonderful work schedule I can't remember the last time I went to church (I guess that would explain this post) I've been searching the internet for the remix version of Intro's "Come Inside"(my favorite song) and can't seem to find it anywhere, I am furious about that. I still have last years Christmas Tree sitting on my balcony because it's to heavy for me to carry down three flights of stairs and if one more person (specifically...

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Marathon

I am so proud of Marama and Rachael!!! They are the only 2 members left standing of the now defunct team 911. They both finished the HI Marathon with all ten toes and almost that many toenails intact. As I type they are probably drinking margaritas on the beach celebrating their major accomplishment (26.2 miles!!!). Although I didn't actually make it to the marathon I feel like I was there with them in spirit. Maybe I'll have a celebratory margarita when I get home tonight! On to other news.....I am sick. Bleechhh. I HATE being sick. I guess I really shouldn't complain, I can't remember the last time I had the flu. Anyway off to drink OJ and eat soup and all that other getting better stuff your suppose to do...

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GREAT!

I have a confession to make. Until the Vibe awards a few week ago I had a small crush on Young Buck. I think it had something to do with that "Shorty Wanna Ride" song. I usually don't go for the ignorant thug type but for him I made an exception . I think it's because he seems so aggressive, rugged, and different from what I'm usually attracted to. I guess I have a bit of a thing for aggressive men..... I'm getting excited just thinking about it :-). Anyway, that's over now. The whole stabbing, fighting, warrant thing killed it and I have a new crush! John Legend!!! He is sssooo cute!! ( giggle- giggle) Once again I'm stepping outside of my dating/attraction guidelines. (must be at least 6 Ft tall, gainfully employed, and able to carry on an intelligent conversation, I usually don't take my...

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New Year, New Me.

New Year, New me. That's the way it suppose to work right? I usually don't make New Years resolution but perhaps I'll start 2005 off differently. So here's the top 20 in no particular order: 1) Re-commit myself to discovering who I actually am. 2) Open myself emotionally to fully experience life. 3) Deepen my relationship with God. 4) Take Salsa lessons. 6) Go back to belly dancing lessons. 5) Go back to guitar lessons. 6) Finally finish that damn math class!!! 7) Re-commit to paying off bills instead of making more. 8) Save for a house (2 year plan) 9) Change my diet, to be healthier and to possibly loose weight. 10) Learn to be a more disciplined person in all aspects of life. 11) Take a temporary hiatus from dating until goals 1-3 are reached.(1 year max!) 12) Run a marathon. 13) Spend...

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Help Wanted

Not much to say today. I took off from work tomorrow to go see John Legend at Slims in SF (and perhaps to do a little shopping as well). Also I really really want one of these. I know, I know, I don't actually need it but who else could say they have there very own helper monkey?! ...

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99 Problems....

I've gotten so many of those fill in the blank emails that I never respond to I've decided to do one once and for all. (Yvette, Shanae ...That means no need to send anymore) INSTRUCTIONS: Copy this whole list into your journal. Bold the things that are true about you. Whatever you don't bold is false. (I got this from someone else's blog) 01. When I was younger, I made some bad decisions 02. I don't watch much TV these days 03. I love crab 04. I love sleeping 05. I own lots of books 06. I wear glasses or contact lenses (I need to wear my glasses but I usually don't.) 07. I love to play video games 08. I've tried marijuana (who me, never! ) 09. Question deleted 10. Question also deleted ( you don't need to know all my business) 11. I have been the psycho-ex in a past 12. I believe honesty...

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Bon Voyage!

Praise God!!! I made it through another week of work. My Friday has finally arrived! (I work Friday-Monday 7pm-5am lucky me!) Anyway, I don't have any major week-end (week day) plans besides starting my dreaded Christmas shopping even though most of my friends and family will be the lucky (or unlucky depending how you look at it) recipients of knitted scarves made by me. ( I've had a little too much free time lately) I'm suppose to report for jury duty later this week but I think the summons got lost in the mail....yeah that's what happened. Oh how could I forget... I'm going on a cruise and I'm so excited! My Mom, Grandma, Uncle, Uncle's Partner, and I are going on a 7 day cruise from Venice to Rome in September. We are going on this cruise line. We're suppose to arrive in Venice 2 days...

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IGNORANCE

Okay.... So I think I've calmed down enough to talk about this. A couple of weeks ago a friend and I visited Adela's Yarn Store in Castro Valley. (5 Minutes from Oakland) Actually let me back it up a bit. After lounging around on a rainy day listening to Jill Scott in sweatsuits (cute one's of course :-) a friend (who happens to be white) and I decided to buy some yarn for new projects. We looked in the phone book and found a yarn shop 5 minutes away from her house. I walked into the shop before her and was immediately approached by a salesperson who looked at me from head to toe then sneered, "Can I help you with something?" I replied, "No thanks." and started looking around. She rolled her eyes and walk away but continued to watch me as I walked around. At that point I probably should have...

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Stupid Callers (part II)

FYI....For all of you that don't already know 911 is for LIFE or DEATH emergencies understand! No, a live rat swimming up your toilet is not considered an emergency. The shopping cart flipped over in the middle of intersection that your stupid ass could have moved would not count as an emergency either. Hopefully that clears things up. ME: 911, What's your emergency? Caller: I need the number to Blockbuster Video. ME: Are you aware that you called 911? Caller: Um, yeah! ME: Are you aware that 911 is for life or death emergencies? Caller: Yeah, but you guys are so much faster than 411!!! Plus, I just saved myself 75 cents! ~END CALL~ ME:911, What's your emergency? Caller: Does time change today? You know that whole day light savings thing? ME: Yes, but what is your emergency, why are you...

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Josh says Happy Thanksgiving too...but his silly Aunt could not figure out how to include this picture in the last post. Posted by He...

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Happy Thanksgiving from Mom, Me, and Grandma!!! Posted by Hel...

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Freedom!

Im free!!!!! I finally worked up the nerve to do what I've wanted to do for years. After several hairstyles ranging from a very long weave to a very short pixie cut I have given up the creamy crack! No more burning scalp and eyes! No more hiding from fog, rain, wind, and anything else that could potentially ruin my hairstyle! No more chemicals that I think were (in part) causing my migranes! No more avoiding combs, brushes, and anything else that could scratch my scalp prior to salon visits in order to avoid chemical burns. No more spending ridiculous amounts of money on hair products that never lived up to their promises. NO MORE, NO MORE, NO MORE!!! On November 17 2004 at 2:30 pm my addiction officially ended. I have taken the first step on what I hope will be a long journey of self discovery....

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Naked Drummer

Have you ever noticed that everyone around you seems to be going through the same issues at the same time? I don't mean the actual details of each situation. They just all seem to be on the same page, you know. I was talking to an old friend about how unhappy I am with my life at times. I told him I was going through somewhat of a rebellious faze and that I wanted to shave off all my hair and go beat a drum naked in a park somewhere. Okay... I don't actually plan to go beat a drum naked in a park somewhere (eww bugs!) and you already know about the hair thing. The point is I'm so tired of doing what I'm suppose to do...you know the whole work, pay bills, be a responsible member of society thing. He said he felt exactly the same way. His life turned out nothing like he expected it to and he...

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Aim High

I have got to get back to the Gym! I haven't been for the last 2 weeks (well honestly I haven't been for at least a month but I think that one 30 minute work out should count for something, don't you?). Since I decided not to run the marathon my workout routine has slowly deteriorated from 5-6 days a week to 1 day a month. In the beginning I told myself " It's okay, I need to let my body recuperate from all that running." Then I realized I was neglecting my TV habit. Then well...you get the point it just went downhill from there. Anyway it's time to get back on the horse so I think that will be my November goal. I will go to the gym at least 6 time a week. Yeah, that's what I'll do aim high. I figure if I shoot for 6 times a week I should make it at least 4 times (I hope). Hopefully that will...

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Defeat

So much time has passed since my last post I seem to have forgotten how. It took me almost 10 minutes to remember my password.....Anyway my blogging strike is officially over. The management and I have reached a compromise however I am not at liberty to discuss the specific terms. Basically.... My war with the worlds slowest computer is over. I have conceded defeat, kinda like Kerry .....even though I think he actually won. I have accepted the fact that I will have to deal with my old clunker until I have enough money to buy another one (which won't be any time soon). Management (the computer) has agreed not to crash for no apparent reason or turn itself on in the middle of the night. I have in turn promised to get DSL and stop downloading unnecessary files (in other words, anything). I was...

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I'm Rick James B****!

Okay so it's been forever since I blogged but I heard the worst news the other day. Rick James is dead!!! Can you believe it? They say he died in his sleep of natural causes but come on now.........Natural causes!!? Did you see the BET awards? He's Rick James B**ch! Anyway RIP Ric...

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Misc

....Busy, busy, busy, so this will be very short. Went to No Doubt/Blink 182 concert, saw Hairspray, ran 4 miles in San Francisco with Rach and Rama, did a few other misc things...pictures next post...B...

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Take me out to the ballgame!

TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME!Posted by Hello Okay...let me start by saying that I have the slowest computer in the world!!! It took me 2 hours to transfer my pictures from my new digital camera (I finally stepped into 2004 and bought one!) and to download a new program to post them. I realize now that there is no way around getting DSL. (It's either that or throw this POS computer out the window!!) Also if there happen to be any porno links at the bottom of this post please disregard them. My computer has some type of strange virus that I can't seem to remove....anyway if it does they have NOTHING to do with me. :-) I had a great (way too short) weekend. Maya (Steve's daughter) and I saw Shrek and hung out Tuesday night. It amazing...

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Howdy!

HOWDYPosted by Hello No, I don't plan to post picture of myself all the time however this was the only way I could figure out how to change my profile picture. (not that you needed to know all that :-) Anyway Halloween is over and I guess the wig and costume did look a bit odd in June. (or so I've been told) See ...

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Ready..Set...Go

So, my first run went very well. I went to the San Leandro Marina which was pretty much deserted (except for several skunks that I carefully avoided). Before I started running I told myself that I would run 2 miles, then take a break. Well guess what?! Amazingly enough I ended up running 3 miles in 37 minutes. I know, I know not all that impressive, but for me it's great! Now that I've gotten over the first hurdle I guess my next challenge will be fund raising. I'm giving myself the weekend to come up with a strategy....Or perhaps I'm just procrastinating as usual. I'm so excited! I'm going to a baseball game at PacBell Park (or whatever it's called this week) with Kell. I haven't been to a game since I was 7 so this should be fun.(especially since I can drink this time:-) I'm also...

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Mile #1

It's official!! After much contemplation and deliberation I've finally decided to bite the bullet and fax in my Aids Marathon enrollment form. I think the marathon will provide a great opportunity for me to push my limits and boundaries a bit. That means I have exactly 78 days to raise $2975.00 (thanks to a donation from Laura) and six months to condition my body to run 26.2 miles. I am so nervous!! I hate asking for money. I think that may stem from my fear of rejection.....If you never ask you can't be rejected. It doesn't help that most of my friend are starving artist, students, or shall we say fiscally challenged. Perhaps I should look at it as an opportunity to work through one of my many many issues. I'm also worried about training on my own. I am SO not a solitary person but...

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Picture.

Hello.Posted by Hello I decided to try posting a picture. This picture is from Halloween 2003. It was suppose to end up in the profile section but I must have done something wrong...Anyway now that I've figured it out I guess I'll post pics more often....

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Update

Okay...As usually I'm having a really hard time making up my mind. (What else in new) I was excited about doing the Aids marathon until I went to the first meeting. Originally my biggest fear was raising $3000.00 by August 31st but now I'm worried about training. The training program was created for people with normal work schedule and weekends off. Ideally I would need to run Saturday or Sunday with a trainer at 8am. I don't get off work on Fridays until 3am (or sometimes 5am) and running up to 26 miles after 3 hours of sleep doesn't seem like a good idea. I do have the option of training on my own but this is my first marathon so I need the moral support of other people struggling as much as I am to keep me motivated. I now have one week to decided what I'm going to do. I hate making...

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All Donation Accepted

I'm trying to blog more often but I don't have anything to say.....Actually I do. I think I need neck and stomach liposuction so I've started saving money. I found .53 cents lying on the ground and a dollar in my pocket. Guess I'll go home and check between the couch cushions.....

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Things that suck!

Thanks to a terrible migrane and allergies my 3 days off turned into 4. Being sick is always a special treat for me.....When I miss a day at work it usually means that several people are working really long (up to 15 hour) shifts to make up the difference. It also means that if they had any plans they're canceled. You would think that once you'd called in for the day (or night in my case) and got back into the bed again the worst part is over. WRONG!!! That's when the fun begins. First there's guilt. Guilt, because you're not at work and feel like you are possibly the laziest whiner on earth. Next up to bat...Paranoia. What if my phone rings, and its work, and I don't hear the phone, so I don't answer cause I'm sleeping, or what if they send someone to my house, just to make sure that...

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AARRGGGHH

I think I talked to every idiot on earth today. I worked eight hours of overtime that felt like eight years. I got into an argument with a dispatcher from another city. But now, THANK GOD!!! I'm off for 3 days!!! Woo-Hoo!...

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Crossing Paths

I met James today. He was standing in front of Albertson's in San Leandro reading a book. He asked me if I needed my windows washed. He's the type of person I usually give whatever spare change I have, then continue on my way. Today was a little different. Without making eye contact I told him "I don't need my windows washed" as I handed him a dollar. He responded, "I don't want a handout. My food tastes better when I've earned it." I stopped walking, turned around, and faced him. I thought to myself, that's unusual. I'm use to being asked for money but I've never had anyone refuse to take it. I explained to him that I'd just gotten a new windshield (finally!!!) and that I couldn't get it wet for another day. Then I noticed that he was reading "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren....

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Ode To Food

I guess now would be a good time to update my weight loss (or lack of weigh loss) progress. I have been exercising consistently for 5 months. My total weight loss is about 8 pounds. I was shooting for 20 so obviously things have not been going as well as planned. Although I have no problem going to the gym a minimum of 4 times a week I just can't seem to stop eating. I've realized that I have an eating addiction. I enjoy eating almost as much as I enjoy sleeping. (pathetic..I know) I am the happiest girl on the planet when I have a big juicy steak, a baked potato, and a glass of wine in front of me. (no veggies!!) Ummmmm I'm salivating just thinking about it!!!! Anyway I guess the first step to recovery is admitting you have a problem. I got tired of the old format so I changed it...

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" Drum roll please." I have an announcement to make (no, this is not the big news I talked about in a prior post).....I am going to be running a marathon! Yup, you heard me right. The junk food queen is running a marathon. I have decided to make a commitment to improving my health and this is the perfect opportunity to do so. I will be running the AIDS marathon in Oahu HI. on Sunday December 12. That gives me approximately six months to increase the distance I can run without stopping from 3 miles to 26.2 miles (ughh!) and to raise $3000.00. I will be running on a team comprised of 3 people I work with plus me. (Rama, Rach, Kell, & Me) I'm a little nervous about raising that much money ($3000.00 each) but we are working on several different fund raising ideas so hopefully it will...

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45 minutes and 30 seconds to go.......I'm so sleepy yet so happy that my weekend is finally here!! (I wonder how long it will last? Guess I'll find out Friday.) The last few weeks have been rather interesting. I started taking voice lesson with Marco LeDuc two weeks ago. She has an amazing voice and the first lessons have gone quite well. She actually offered me a job singing background for a couple of bands and a singer that I will name later. I am SO excited!!!! I usually don't mention much about my love life (or lack there of) but, why not? After reading an article in Essence magazine I decided to try something a little different so I emailed this guy on one of those online dating websites. I was hesitant but I figured, what do I have to loose?.....Anyway, I ended up having dinner...

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Big "BIG" change is coming.....More on that lat...

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It's almost a full month later and I am still waiting..... However, I realize that I have to make the best of what I have right now. I think part of my problem is that I have spent most of my life waiting for "The Next Big Thing" instead of enjoying the here and now so I am officially turning over a new leaf. Here is s a brief summary of recent events. I saw several movies, some good (Man On Fire)(Hildalgo)..Some not so good (Johnson Family Reunion). Hung out at Everett and Jones in Jack London Square with a friend I met last year in dispatch school. Her family owns the restaurant and decided to have an "American Idol" party which turned out to be quite interesting. I made several new friend but due to severe intoxication during the meetings I've determined that pursuing them would not...

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.....Waiting......Waiting....Waiting.....Waiting for a new job, a new direction, a new life......

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This was going to be another long drawn out complaint about my miserable job but, I think I'll take it another direction. Last week I went out shopping, bought new shoes, and scheduled a hair appointment. Why, you ask. Well, tonight is the one time a year dispatchers are recognized for our accomplishments and I made the mistake of thinking I was actually going. (silly me) I usually don't attend work functions but since Rama was being honored as the dispatcher of the year I wanted to support her. When I found out I wasn't going I was furious but not really surprised. (okay, the complaint part is almost over) Anyway.....As usual, I am stuck at work on a Saturday night at 1:10am. (Now for the good part.) Kell was allowed the night off several weeks prior to the banquet. Like me she went...

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HAPPY EASTER!!!! Have a wonderful day and remember the real reason we celebrate!...

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Another (short) quick post...... Good weekend. Hung out with Vett, went mini golfing and won!Then met Vetts cousin and friend from out of town for drinks at the Claremont in Berkeley. (Quick story) When we got to the bar there were several couples swing dancing. By the end of the 3rd song only one couple was left so I guess they decided to give us a show. While doing some type of spin throw move (always a bad idea after drinking) the male half of the duo threw his partner onto the stage where the band was playing. She landed on the speaker (on her head) knocking loose the wires, silencing the music, and the entire bar. After sitting for a moment she scraped herself (and her dignity) off the floor and headed for her seat to a round of applause. After the show we played a couple games of...

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This is the email I received regarding yesterdays audition: Man, I gotta say you have a SPECTACULAR voice!!! No shit. Not only an amazing tone, but increible control and rhythmic sense. A solid musician as well as having a great voice. This may sound odd, but you're actually too good for this band. Even if you held WAY back, the sound would always be your voice, not the band. You're impossible to just sort of blend in. Does that make sense? You're such a strong vocalist and presence. It would be Brandy with some band backing her up. You're great. Thank you SO much for coming in. It was a real treat to hear you sing my music. Overall this was a positive experience but I'm still disappointed. I guess that means back to the drawing board.......Again....

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I just wanted to let you know that I hate spelling errors, mistakes, typos, whatever you wanna call them but I just make way to many to correct so deal with it....

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......So I finally go to the doctor and what do you think happens? My long lost visitor decided to show up immediately after the appointment. Figures, but I had a great weekend anyway. Never made it shopping with Kell however we did go out for drinks, dinner, pool, and other misc. trouble. I was reminded why alcohol and boredom aren't a good combination. My guitar lesson went well. I'm learning "Beautiful Surprise" by India.arie and I don't really have much else to say about that. Vet, Rama and I had a great time at Yoshi's after shopping all day. That concludes all weekend updates. Next on the agenda....Music!!! I think I already mentioned that I quit the band I was in for all of 2 weeks. I planned to take a break before finding another one but as usual I changed my mind. I auditioned...

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I'm so excited!! For the first time in six weeks I will be off my entire weekend!!! No overtime!!!!!! Wednesday, I have a guitar lesson scheduled, then Kell and I are going shopping and to a jazz club/bar/restaurant called Kelly's in Alameda for dinner and drinks. Thursday Rama, her daughter, and I are going (yep you guessed it!) shopping again. Then to Yoshi's for more jazz, sushi, and sake, and to see Regina Carter play her violin. Did I mention I like jazz? I hope to somehow sneak a few cat naps in between activities. Well that's it for now. See ...

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I hate going to the doctor and since I'm rarely sick that's usually not an issue. Unfortunately, I have a little problem that doesn't seem to want to correct itself so off to the doctor I go. (I'll warn you. If you don't like hearing about female issue stop reading right now.) My monthly (unwelcome) visitor usually comes into town right on schedule however, it seems to be on a 2 month... and counting... hiatus. I guess my first concern should be the big "P" word but since I don't have sex or let me correct that, I can't remember the last time I did, I don't thinks that's the problem. (Quick explanation: I believe that God made all of his commandments and rules because he loves us and wants us to be happy therefore I don't allow myself the option of picking and choosing which ones to obey...

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OKAY.....So I think I might have some type of online quiz addiction. Most of the ones I have taken tonight have been pretty stupid but this one is hysterical!!!! It's called "What kind of weirdo are you? what sort of weirdo are you? this quiz by orsa I promise, this is the last one....

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THIS IS WHAT MY NAME MEANS: Brandy, a 2-syllable girl's name of Dutch origin, means: A fiery spirit distilled from wine. Elise, a 2-syllable girl's name of French origin, means: Consecrated; Gods oath. I FOUND IT AT THIS WEBSI...

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Not much to say today, weekend was too short, slept a lot, saw Starsky and Hutch, pretty funny, went to bible study, had really bad gas!, tried not to let it out but everyone heard it anyway, (still do actually and Kelly seems to be monitoring my bathroom habits) not sure why, guess I'll have to research that, Get off on time tonight (3am) whoo-hoo, I am starving!!!, Going to breakfast with Kelly at Merritt Bakery to celebrate working together again for the next six month. If one more person tells me to leave because I'm not happy here I'm gonna loose it!!!!, Don't say you weren't warned when it happens. Guess that about it. Oh yeah, Kelly tell Herme I said hi!!!!...

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It's 3:46am and I am Sssssoooo SSSSSlllleeeeeppppyyyy!!!! I'm in my usual spot (my desk at work) with 1 hours 14 minutes, 30 seconds to go, trying to decide if I will be going to the gym when I get off. I have been exposed to a whole new element of people who work out daily. There is the ridiculously muscular man who never seems to leave. I think he may actually live there! Then we have the elderly fellow who wears a white wife beater (tank top) and grey spandex pants that expose ALL of his business ( if you know what I mean). In 2 months of consistent work outs I have yet to see him in a different outfit. Next on the line-up we have the 80 Lbs (when soaking wet) female who prances from machine to machine and stays on just long enough to not break a sweat then, its on to the next one....

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...I know, I know, long time no post....Sorry, but I have a really good reason. Tomorrow will end my marathon 6 day (60 hour) work week and I have been so tired!!! (Luckily I got to work with Rama and Rosa so it wasn't that bad) Anyway this is not going to be a whinny post so on to more pleasant topics. Let see....Where shall I start? Well, I have been quite busy during the last couple of weeks. I went to Dawn's going away party and met a group of very interesting people. Most of us were in our late 20's, single, with no kids. It seems that the late 20's are a time of change and transition for all of us. Everyone was, or is in the process of making career and life changes. Dawn, is moving to LA to become an actress. Vette, (brave girl!)has been working for the same company in the marketing...

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NEXT POST........Dawn's party, New house, New goals, New job, new so...

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CALL 1 ME: 911 What's your emergency? Caller: (background noise and cussing)My neighbor is stuck on the toilet again? ME: Excuse me? Caller: My neighbor is stuck on the toilet again...But this time he is backwards. ME: Backwards, Can you explain how he got stuck backwards? Caller: Oh, I don't know but he is wedged in there and we cant pull him out? Can you just send up some help! ME: Okay, just try to stay calm and I'll get you the fire department. (end call) CALL 2 (I didn't actually take this call, a co-worker did so this is my interpretation of what happened!) Dispatcher: 911 what's your emergency. Caller: (Heavy breathing) Ma'am I need some help! Dispatcher: What's wrong sir? Caller: Well.....you see....It done swole up. Dispatcher: What swole up sir? Caller: My Sc.....m...

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WHICH BIOLOGICAL MOLECULE ARE YOU? I AM A PHEROMONE You are a pheromone. You are seductive and you knowwhat you want. You have something about youthat permeates the air and draws people to you.You can get what you want almost without fail,like some of the sexiest moths out there. Which Biological Molecule Are You? brought to you by Quizilla WHAT ARE Y...

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.......After further consideration I have decided to officially quit the band. I figure, I have so little free time now, why spend it working on music I don't even like. So...That's,that. I guess its back to the drawing board. This weekend I went to see Barber Shop (by myself! Can you believe it?!) Anyway, the movie was hysterical and I think I might go see it again. I also took advantage of a birthday present from Rama (a massage gift certificate) and got a wonderful massage at Pampered man Pampered woman in downtown Oakland near the lake. The owner was friendly, (not pretentious or strange like most of the other spas I have been too) the atmosphere was peaceful, and the masseuse was great. I think Im going to make that a regular habit. I decided to skip my guitar lesson and forgot...

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Just when I think I've finally figured out what I want, what I want changes. I was totally convinced that I wanted to be in a band but after last nights practice I'm not so sure. The first practice was....well....I guess you could call it interesting. After and awkward group introduction I was handed a microphone and asked to sing whatever came to mind while they played. While I don't mind being put on the spot and asked to come up with a melody, lyrics are another story. After about 15 minutes they decided to change songs. This pattern continued for about 1 1/2 hours. I decided that it was pointless for me to continue singing (plus my voice was gone, I really need to take voice lessons if I am going to continue doing this) so I asked for a copy of the practice CD and left. I don't...

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Okay quick post.......I have 15 minutes till I get off work so here goes..... Weekend plans are: Rewrite 2 of the songs that my band is going to be performing, (Oh, forgot to tell ya, I decided to stay in the band and try to work around my crappy schedule) learn 2 more songs that don't need to be rewritten, go to my guitar lesson that I am tempted to cancel since I haven't been practicing this week (all that OT takes up my free time) go to my first band rehearsal and meet everyone, work OT on Thursday (no surprise there), hang out with Josh, and perhaps at some point get some rest. Oh yeah, all that working out is starting to pay off I lost 7 pounds. Whoo-Hoo!!! Look out Beyonce!! Here I come...... Just kidding :-)...

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When it rains, it pours. After working 6 hour of OT on my off day (ugh!) I rear ended someone while trying to drive to my hair appointment. It was raining and as I attempted to stop my car at an intersection I hydroplaned into the vehicle in front of me. The guy driving the car immediately reaches for his neck, then starts to pull over to the right. (I was thinking fool, you know there's nothing wrong with your neck, don't even try it!) I pulled over behind him then all of a sudden he sped off. I though he was trying to find a better place to stop so I followed him but after about a block or so going 50 mph I realized he was trying to get away. At this point my rational side took over. I realized that 1. I rear ended him and was at fault. 2. I already pay enough for car insurance and...

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hmmmm lets see........I've calmed down since my last post. I realize that I either have to take the initiative and find myself a new job,or stop whining and complaining. (although whining is so much easier!) What else...... I went to go see " The Passion" with my Mom, Grandma, and Brother Lance. It was very difficult to watch but overall a great movie. I can really appreciate how much of a sacrifice Jesus made for little ole me. I also tried to see "Monster" but ended up leaving after about an hour because it was too violent. I guess from now on I'll have to stick to romance or comedy. I went to a baby shower for a friend from high school this weekend. It was so strange to see people I went to highschool with kids. You would think that after 10 years it wouldn't be that...

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I AM SO ANGRY!!!!!!!! Not only did I have to work from 11pm- 9am Friday-Monday for 2 years then 7pm-5am Friday-Monday for six months, I just found out that I'll be working the same crappy shift for six more months! Guess that mean I'll be quitting the band I JUST joined!!! I don't know why I even expected things to get better at that HORRIBLE place. I NEED A NEW JOB NOW!!! I feel like I'm wasting my 20's away rotting in a box answering 911 and listening to stupid people complain about non-issues. If one more person calls about suspicious black males in the area that "just don't look like they belong around here." I swear I'm gonna shoot someone. Well, maybe not shoot them perhaps a beating with an extention cord would be better. I never see my family (and who knows how long some of them...

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I had the pleasure of spending a day last weekend with Grandma Tubs, my nephew Josh and my mom. (If your interested we call her Tubs because she was very skinny until she hit her 50's then she gained weight and got kinda tubby hence the name Tubs) I know most people don't enjoy spending time with their families however God has blessed me with a wonderful family of strong black women so I enjoy any chance I get to hang out with them. Anyway....We took Tubs to a doctor's appointment for her high blood pressure. After driving all the way to San Francisco I didn't want to drive my car any further so we took her car to the appointment. She has a 1993 Saturn with 30,0000 miles ( yep that's it) so we all piled in. I reached down to adjust the front seat and grabbed something sharp. It was...

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I am not insane,crazy, or delusional however I am totally convinced that Comcast is trying to take over the world!!!! It seems that not only have they monopolized the cable industry and the DSL market,they are now trying to buy the Disney Company!!! What's next?! The entire country and then THE WORLD!!!!! Normally I'm not even remotely interested in things like this however I draw the line when my cable bill is affected! My cable bill was never over $12.00 (for basic cable) until I moved. I only moved about 4 miles however, when I called to have cable re-connected the rep told me the cheapest plan they offered was $65 a month. WTF!!!! Well I made a few threats and told him I would take my business elsewhere! He chuckled and hung up the phone. Can you believe that! Well.....I was...

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Drumroll Please.............I Am In A Band!!!!!! Yep you heard me right! The first practice is scheduled for next Saturday and I will get to meet the rest of the band which should be quite interesting, especially since it is largely made up of people found on craigslist. It seems that I will be controlling most of the music style decisions (oddly enough) and hopefully it will all work out well but that's doubtful. So....I've been working out 5 days a week for 2 weeks and my total weight loss is O pound. That sucks! Yet I don't know why I expected anything different. I am really grouchy tonight and don't wanna talk anymore so go away. I SAID GO AW...

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Thank God it's my Friday!!! This has been a long week so I'll keep it short and too the point. Plans: 1) meet that music guy 2)Go visit Tubs in San Francisco 3) Try to get my taxes done at some point and 4)Relax (my favorite part). Valentines day is this Saturday and I have to work so I guess that means no Valentines day activities for me but as Outkast say "Happy Valentines Day- February the 14th!" to you!...

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I had the nicest surprise this morning. I arrived at the Gym and found Steve peddling away on an exercise bike at 5:30am. Apparently he stayed up all night so that he could come work out with me! How sweet is that!!! We worked out for about an hour before we left. As we walked out the front door I commented that the sun was coming out and it was going to be a nice day. He replied that it was terrible and that he could not imagine having to see the sun rise everyday. Welcome to my world!!! Anyway,we went back to my house and had breakfast. No...... nothing exciting happened. (get your mind out of the gutter!) Steve fell asleep in mid sentence several times before giving in to Mr.Sandman. I should start a new paragraph here but since I usually ignore spelling and grammar rules why change...

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