Tuesday, May 24, 2011
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Friday, May 6, 2011
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
April 16, 2011
Today's Observation: Some dogs are so ugly and weird looking that they are actually cute. Too bad that doesn't always work out with humans. Ruff!
April 15, 2011
Today's Observation: I believe it is nearly impossible to think about taxes and today's due date when sitting in Hawaii.
April 12, 2011
Today's Observation: The acronym P.O.T.U.S. is one of my new favs. If I could integrate it into my everyday language I would. If you're trying to figure out what it stands for, you aren't privileged enough to use it yet. ;)
Sunday, April 10, 2011
April 10, 2011
Today's observation: even the snails at this Hawaiian resort have huge homes. The shells are enormous! Go big or go home, right? Well in their case it's one in the same....
April 9, 2011
Today's observation: I could get used to this life. Waking up with a beautiful view, heading to the beach to swim in a private cove, and watching my kids take in all of the fun of our vacation.
April 8, 2011
Today's Observation: I'm Hawaii bound with the kids and I'm pretty darn excited. Catch you all on the flip side!
Friday, April 8, 2011
April 7, 2011
Today's Observation: it bugs me when the big paperclips get mixed in with the small ones.
April 6, 2011
Today's Observation: my right sock keeps bunching up in my shoe and it's bothering me. Why does the left one stay in place?
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
March 30, 2011
Today's Observation: Max eats like an adult. How does a 4-year old boy put away as much food as he does? Tonight he ate the following: shrimp, asparagus, chicken, stir fry veggies, strawberries, and angel food cake. When we got home shortly after he said, "I'm hungry". I'm going to have to take out a loan to feed him through his teenage years.
March 29, 2011
Today's Observation: It really bugs me when a good song comes on the radio and then I have to get out of the car. I suppose I could just sit there until the song ends, but I may look funny singing along. Singing along to a song is not nearly as weird when you are in motion....right?
March 28, 2011
Today's Observation: There are little tomatillos all over Birch Street today. I think Cha Cha's may have been getting a little crazy when making their green salsa today.
March 27, 2011
Today's Observation: I realize I skipped some days. I'm slacking, which means I'm way too busy having fun to remember to do these posts. Sorry y'all....
Going to Speedway to see NASCAR was so much dang (see how I incorporated "dang" into the post?) fun it's ridonkulous. My ears have never rang like that before.
Going to Speedway to see NASCAR was so much dang (see how I incorporated "dang" into the post?) fun it's ridonkulous. My ears have never rang like that before.
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
March 23, 2011
Today's Observation: My parents and I were honored to be a part of Erendida Jacobo's fundraiser at Cha Cha's in Brea. With the love and support of our community she will win her battle with cancer and continue to bless us with her amazing spirit.
March 22, 2011
Today's Observation: Apparently the Chevron at Imperial Hwy and Laurel Ave. was the place to be this evening. Get to the front of the line and I hear, "oh I've heard a lot about you". My legacy has infiltrated the gas station. Should I be proud or scared?
Monday, March 21, 2011
March 21, 2011
Today's Observation: my dream of someday making money off of my bar books is within reach. I was told by somebody I met recently that I have a week to come up with a dollar amount in exchange for my latest book. I should've kept my mouth shut and not assured this friend that I would never document nor reveal anything incriminating. Oh well, at least money was offered and that's good enough for me.
March 20, 2011
Today's Observation: sometimes the fun just has to end, or at least go on hiatus. Today ends Shenaniganopalooza and here are the day's highlights:
- It's 11:45 a.m., no actually 10:35 a.m.
- Seeing Ronnie Ray shed a tear at Cha Cha's bar
- Mimosa, mimosa, mimosa, mimosa, mimosa
- Seeing pink elephants at Yardhouse with Gary, Friend of Mine, RR and Herm
- Never-ending song at Shady Nook
- Drinking shots of some unidentifiable sake-like potion in honor of Bernie
- Comforting Aziz while he remembers his dear friend Bernie (who is Bernie anyway?)
- Raisinets all over the car
Thanks to everybody who contributed to the weekend's memories. Whew..............
- It's 11:45 a.m., no actually 10:35 a.m.
- Seeing Ronnie Ray shed a tear at Cha Cha's bar
- Mimosa, mimosa, mimosa, mimosa, mimosa
- Seeing pink elephants at Yardhouse with Gary, Friend of Mine, RR and Herm
- Never-ending song at Shady Nook
- Drinking shots of some unidentifiable sake-like potion in honor of Bernie
- Comforting Aziz while he remembers his dear friend Bernie (who is Bernie anyway?)
- Raisinets all over the car
Thanks to everybody who contributed to the weekend's memories. Whew..............
March 19, 2011
Today's Observation: this is a popular day for birthdays. I know of at least three: Shellie, Jude and Dylan. Happy Birthday all!
Day 3 - Shenaniganopalooza
- The Creeping Hangover
- Ronnie Ray's 20-dollar bill trick
- Learning to play LRC with the Venegas, and losing to Ronnie Ray
- Herman asking over and over again what the score to the basketball game was, when it was right there on the screen. Oops, I guess I could've told him that the game he thought it was had been over for an hour.
- Napping with brass knuckles
- Bhavan stealing stuff and practicing to be gangsta
...to be continued...
Day 3 - Shenaniganopalooza
- The Creeping Hangover
- Ronnie Ray's 20-dollar bill trick
- Learning to play LRC with the Venegas, and losing to Ronnie Ray
- Herman asking over and over again what the score to the basketball game was, when it was right there on the screen. Oops, I guess I could've told him that the game he thought it was had been over for an hour.
- Napping with brass knuckles
- Bhavan stealing stuff and practicing to be gangsta
...to be continued...
March 18, 2011
Today's Observation: Before I get to Day 2 of Shenaniganopalooza, I need to say that today's true observation is that 44 years of marriage is remarkable. My parents are celebrating this, and they should. It's a testament to true love.
Day 2 - Shenaniganopalooza
- Joel (a.k.a. Elvis) the pharmacist/psycho dad
- Trying to make The Spy crack a smile, or any sign of emotion
- Cocktail napkins filled with crazy notes, then lost
- Learning to Crip Walk
...to be continued...
Day 2 - Shenaniganopalooza
- Joel (a.k.a. Elvis) the pharmacist/psycho dad
- Trying to make The Spy crack a smile, or any sign of emotion
- Cocktail napkins filled with crazy notes, then lost
- Learning to Crip Walk
...to be continued...
March 17, 2011
Today's Observation: This day was the beginning to a four-day marathon of shenanigans...rightfully so since March 17th is St. Patrick's Day. Here are a few key words from Day 1 of Shenaniganpolooza:
- Max's poop that "broke open" (his words) that looked like it came out of a grizzly bear
- The Entourage Lephrechaun
- Max dipping his french fries in his ketchup and then his Shirley Temple (no wonder his poops are abnormal)
- Cornhole on the sidewalk while dodging Ronnie Ray's beanbags (I'll leave that one alone)
- Dollar-bill jewelry
- Herman's green....no, blue......no, green shirt
...to be continued...
- Max's poop that "broke open" (his words) that looked like it came out of a grizzly bear
- The Entourage Lephrechaun
- Max dipping his french fries in his ketchup and then his Shirley Temple (no wonder his poops are abnormal)
- Cornhole on the sidewalk while dodging Ronnie Ray's beanbags (I'll leave that one alone)
- Dollar-bill jewelry
- Herman's green....no, blue......no, green shirt
...to be continued...
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
March 16, 2011
Today's Observation: I don't understand the new sidekick on the commercials for The General auto insurance. Since when do Generals hang out with penguins?
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
March 15, 2011
Today's Observation: I find it very amusing that some guy called my coworker's cellphone asking for me. She very politely asked who was calling and the reason (rightfully so considering it's her personal cellphone) and he said, "just put Keri on the phone". It turns out that this was just a very weird coincidence that he asked for a Keri and got one.
March 14, 2011
Today's Observation: 4:00 a.m. is entirely too early for water to suddenly start dripping out of my bathroom fan/light. Give me at least until 10:00 a.m. so that I can try to process what is going on.
Sunday, March 13, 2011
March 13, 2011
Today's Observation: I am a bit confused by a sign that I saw on my way home tonight. Following is how it appeared:
The courage to question
coffee and conversation
Are these people against coffee and the act of a discussion between two or more people? Or, perhaps, they are promoting a get-together where you can drink coffee and talk about having the strength to question things in life. I realize the latter makes more sense, but my warped mind reads it as the former and I find my version to be funnier.
The courage to question
coffee and conversation
Are these people against coffee and the act of a discussion between two or more people? Or, perhaps, they are promoting a get-together where you can drink coffee and talk about having the strength to question things in life. I realize the latter makes more sense, but my warped mind reads it as the former and I find my version to be funnier.
March 12, 2011
Today's Observation: It is extremely amusing to watch one man teach another how to have a more bad-ass attitude. Actual excerpt from the lesson:
Student: "I'll be right back."
Master: "Don't say it like that!"
Student: "I'll be right back, fool!"
It becomes even more interesting when cultures are brought into the mix, but I'll refrain from displaying them here so as not to offend any sensitive people.
Student: "I'll be right back."
Master: "Don't say it like that!"
Student: "I'll be right back, fool!"
It becomes even more interesting when cultures are brought into the mix, but I'll refrain from displaying them here so as not to offend any sensitive people.
March 11, 2011
Today's Observation: Anybody who gets a Donald Duck tattoo on his arm has either a really fun-loving disposition or a really low tolerance for alcohol before heading into the tattoo shop.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
March 8, 2011
Today's Observation: A little Equal sprinkled in wine isn't as bad as one would think. My son decided to pour an entire packet into my wine at dinner, since my friend did that to her iced tea. I was mortified at what I figured was a waste of a perfectly good glass of wine. I was given a new glass, but the server brought me back the "enhanced" glass because he claimed the taste wasn't too different. I figured he was certifiably crazy until I tasted it and realized it was pretty darn good. Thanks, Max!
Monday, March 7, 2011
March 7, 2011
Today's Observation: I read on the news that at 7:02 p.m. I'd be able to see the Space Shuttle and International Space Station passing through the sky. I dragged the kids outside but I didn't see them (the shuttle and ISS; I could see my kids). I am actually grateful for that because I saw the Space Shuttle Columbia on its flight back to Florida in 2003, as it was disintegrating. That was heartbreaking. I wish the astronauts a safe return home. God speed....
March 6, 2011
Today's Observation: It made me very happy to hang out with the Ks today. Missed you guys....
Sunday, March 6, 2011
March 5, 2011
Today's Observation: It happened again. After running some errands in the morning, I stopped at Entourage to give a friend a check for some work he's done for my office. Somehow that last little errand lasted a couple of hours because next thing I knew I was drinking a spicy Blood Mary (thanks Erin!) and eating In-n-Out (thanks Buddy!) with the employees. After the Bloody Mary was gone I fell victim to the "I'll make you a drink" scheme. The Entourage bartenders are notorious for this trick. I am NOT complaining though. Let's just make that clear. ;)
March 4, 2011
Today's Observation: Happy Hour at Red Robin is a great deal! I have been going to the one at Brea Mall for many, many years and wondered why they didn't have Happy Hour. Well now they do, and I'm a big fan.
March 3, 2011
Today's Observation: I took the kids to Pizza Club, our favorite pizza place in La Habra. I got free pizza because I was the Facebook Friday winner (from the previous Friday). When I got there, the owner came over to me and introduced me to several of her family members. It's the little things in life like this that make people feel special. Thanks Tammy and Pizza Club!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
March 2, 2011
Today's Observation: When I was reviewing the bank accounts at work and registering outgoing checks, I noticed a note under one of the check registry fields. It read something to the effect of "check amount up to one billion dollars". I'm sorry, did they say billion? Are there that many billion-dollar checks being written that there's a database entry note about them? This baffles me.....
March 1, 2011
Today's Observation: Having smart children is a blessing, but also somewhat of a curse. My daughter lost another tooth today and when my mom spilled the beans about it she (my daughter) got really upset. I was stunned that she didn't want me to know, and pretty hurt that she didn't want to share the occasion with me. Finally the reason came out. My daughter told me that she didn't want me to know because she wanted to know if the tooth fairy is real. She said that if I knew I probably would've put a dollar under her pillow and she'd never know.
Monday, February 28, 2011
February 28, 2011
Today's Observation: I think my son is now mocking my parenting advice from yesterday (see previous post). He insisted on running around my parents' house with a lasso. I am doomed.....
February 27, 2011
Today's Observation: The reason why I don't let my son open arcade game prizes with his teeth is because mommas don't let their babies grow up to be cowboys. Don't ask. My son didn't question it.
Saturday, February 26, 2011
February 26, 2011
Today's Observation: My 4-year old son has stumped me again. He just asked me what "humble" means. I know what it means, but how do you explain so that a young child understands? I couldn't find the words so I turned up the volume on the movie to distract him. That's horrible, but an incorrect response to his question is worse. Maybe I should serve him some pie......
February 25, 2011
Today's Observation: I watched the beautiful and touching service for fallen firefighter Glenn Allen today. I was astonished by the number of people chewing gum, including one of the pallbearers. It really bothered me. It didn't take away from the message that day but still...couldn't you have spit out the gum before the service? Out of fairness, perhaps it was a way to deal with the emotions of a tragic loss; distract yourself so you don't succumb to your emotions. It just didn't look too good on national tv.
February 24, 2011
Today's Observation: Even though it takes an hour to cook a small pizza, it's still possible to get food poisoning from it. =/
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
February 23, 2011
Today's Observation: I wore mediocre pants today. Let me explain...the jeans served their purpose by covering me and keeping me warm but I have to admit that they weren't exactly fashionable. My name is Keri and I wear mediocre jeans. "Hi Keri". Hey, at least I made it past denial.
February 22, 2011
Today's Observation: It is hard to concentrate on work while daytime t.v. is on. Certain shows, such as those that showcase the results of paternity tests to determine baby daddy, are a bit distracting. As much as I think it's cool to have a t.v. in the office, I had to turn it off.
Monday, February 21, 2011
February 21, 2011
Today's Observation: I probably would've slept better if I had turned off the t.v. last night. In the wee early hours of the morning I woke up to the following infomercials: Shark Steam Vac, Wen hair products, a how-to-parent-difficult-children program, and P90X. I'm so confused I vacuumed my child's hair then spoke very calmly and patiently to the cat while doing push-ups with one arm.
February 20, 2011
Today's Observation: If you're going to go out for a few drinks with friends, do NOT start with a large Cha Cha's margarita. That's like skipping weed and going straight to the crack pipe.
February 19, 2011
Today's Observation: Mystery drinks are always a good time. A big thank you to Anthony at Entourage for exercising his mixology skills on us.
February 18, 2011
Today's Observation: Made a new friend today. Since she insisted on sitting in the middle of my other friend and me, she was appropriately named Cream Cheese.
February 17, 2011
Today's Observation: It's very frustrating when somebody offers a favor and then looks at you with stink face when you take them up on it. It's wise to just not offer if you really aren't pleased to do it.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
February 16, 2011
Today's Observation: I need to be punished. In my attempt to scold the cat for getting onto the kitchen counter, I accidently spilled my RED wine. It splashed all over the couch. So my attempt to keep the already-dirty counter clear of cat prints, I sprayed red wine all over my furniture. When my children wake up in the morning I will allow them to yell at me and punish me because I would've done the same to them. Fair is fair.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
February 15, 2011
Today's Observation: My left hand smells like a balloon. My right one smells like whatever soap I have in the bathroom. Interesting difference.
Monday, February 14, 2011
February 14, 2011
Today's Observation: My chardonnay smells and tastes like whiskey. This makes for a very disappointing Valentine's Day toast to.....well, myself. Romance out the window, I'm glad my true Valentines (my beautiful children) did not smell nor taste like whiskey.
Disclaimer: Just to clarify, I did not taste my children because that sounds quite disturbing. When I kissed them goodnite though, I did not get the whiff of whiskey.
Disclaimer: Just to clarify, I did not taste my children because that sounds quite disturbing. When I kissed them goodnite though, I did not get the whiff of whiskey.
February 13, 2011
Today's Observation: I wanted to go through my closet and get rid of some stuff to make some more room. I didn't realize until today that I'd make more room by just leaving some clothes behind at a hotel in Laughlin. I hope the fine folks at the river enjoy my beloved red and DBHS hoodies. Who knows what else I left behind. Whoopsie.
Sunday, February 13, 2011
February 12, 2011
Today's Observation: There is a peculiar sign on the 40 fwy that I noticed on my way to Laughlin. It read something to the effect of "Miles to Wilmington, N.C.: 2,795". I nearly had to slap myself to see if I was dreaming or hallucinating because this sign is beyond random. I'm wondering why I never noticed it before.
Saturday, February 12, 2011
February 11, 2011
Today's Observation: Coke in a glass bottle is a wonderful. It reminds me of being in Mexico, but without the street tacos, tequila shooters and Montezuma's Revenge.
Thursday, February 10, 2011
February 10, 2011
Today's Observation: Wow. Buckle in, folks. Here's a 2nd observation that took place at the post office. I saw a man wearing tennis shoes with the toes cut out. I'm not speaking of some weird new fad where shoes are actually manufactured this way. He literally cut the toes out of his shoes. I'm not making fun of him in any way, but rather curious to know why he wouldn't just buy sandals. It seems that would be the cheaper route. I'm no shoe expert, though.
February 9, 2011
Today's Observation: The writers of Two and Half Men are my heroes. I wish I had half the wit they were blessed with. Here's an example: Charlie and Jake are in the car discussing something and Charlie says, "You're not having fun? Because I'm fartin' rainbows over here". This is pure genius. I need a stash of fun quotes like this to pull out at any given moment.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
February 8, 2011
Today's Observation: Something's abrew at the post office. It seems like every time I am there and have to take a number to be called to the counter, most of the people with the numbers before mine are missing. Therefore, either the USPS was issued misnumbered ticket rolls or there are a lot of ghosts with mail.
Monday, February 7, 2011
February 7, 2011
Today's Observation: I am missing an entire head of garlic. I could swear on my neighbor's life that it was on the counter last night, but today it's nowhere to be found. I think the cat had something to do with it. I think I need to have a long meow with her because I needed that garlic for tonight's dinner.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
February 6, 2011
Today's Observation: So Christina Aguilera didn't get the lyrics to the National Anthem quite right. What she sang, albeit slightly incorrect, sounded amazing. Although I'm sure most would argue that you cannot consider yourself a true patriot if you can't sing the song correctly, I'd have to say that I disagree. I'm a patriot and I can't ever remember the lyrics. I can sing more of the French national anthem: Allons enfants de la Patrie, le jour de gloire est arrivé....
February 5, 2011
Today's observation: A bruised hand is very mysterious. What the heck did I do to get a bruise on the top of my hand? This is like the third time this has happened and I have yet to figure it out.
February 4, 2011
Today's Observation: Two toilets in one bathroom is highly unusual. I know that girls like to go to the restroom together and can handle their business with a friend there. However, handling business at the same time in the same room seems a bit awkward.
This observation brought to you in part by Julz.
This observation brought to you in part by Julz.
Thursday, February 3, 2011
February 3, 2011
Today's Observation: Apparently being honest doesn't pay. It gets you one less day of pay on the next paycheck. Damn the ethics?! Tempting, but I'm willing to take the financial risk....kind of.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
February 1, 20111
Today's Observations: Two for the price of one today! See? The B.O.G.O. idea that the dentists had (see earlier post), is catching on.
- I saw a guy on a bike today and the seat was extraordinarily high; about 8 feet off the ground. This lead to a few questions: How does he get on? What happens when he wants to stop, since he isn't 10 feet tall and can just set his feet down on the ground. WHY???
- Wells Fargo has observations, too! I went to make some deposits for work and I happened to see a binder entitled, "Observations". I didn't know whether to rejoice or cry.
Monday, January 31, 2011
January 31, 2011
Today's Observation: My son asked me if I wanted to play W4 with him. I know he's a smart boy, but I was thinking that he's a little too young to be concerned about how many allowances I'm going to claim for this year. How sweet, right? It turns out that he wanted to play Connect Four, which is a lot more fun than taxes.
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Saturday, January 29, 2011
January 29, 2011
Today's Observation: The ranch dressing at Red Robin tasted like plastic today. I still ate it though.
January 28, 2011
Today's Observation: Even a two-block commute can take four hours. I left the office at 6:00 p.m. and didn't arrive home until 10:00 p.m.-ish. I was making some progress until friends and a couple of bars got in my way.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
January 27, 2011
Today's Observation: I realize today, after reading the Pennysaver, that you can clip coupons for a root canal. Next time I'm writhing with tooth pain I will consult the recent paper and see which dentist is offering the best deal. If anybody offers a B.O.G.O., count me in! Two root canals for the price of one? Now that's a deal!
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
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