Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
From Anita
Comment and I'll give you a letter; then you have to list ten things you LOVE that begin with that letter. Afterward, post this in your journal and give out some letters of your own.
1. Stacy -- My sister.
2. Stinky -- AKA Paul, my brother.
3. Songs -- So much music, so little time.
4. Sweets -- But I refer to my nickname for various pals.
5. Science -- Especially biology, the Earth sciences, and forensic science.
6. Science fiction.
7. Studying a variety of subjects.
8. Spirituality not confined to one path but exploring as much as possible.
9. Silence amidst the twilight.
10. Scotland, though I've never been there.
1. Stacy -- My sister.
2. Stinky -- AKA Paul, my brother.
3. Songs -- So much music, so little time.
4. Sweets -- But I refer to my nickname for various pals.
5. Science -- Especially biology, the Earth sciences, and forensic science.
6. Science fiction.
7. Studying a variety of subjects.
8. Spirituality not confined to one path but exploring as much as possible.
9. Silence amidst the twilight.
10. Scotland, though I've never been there.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Birthday Prezzies to Myself
I just ordered these for myself.
Amber and jet earrings with acorn and oak leaf accents
Scottish thistle set with amethyst and aventurine
So pretty, yeah?
Amber and jet earrings with acorn and oak leaf accents
Scottish thistle set with amethyst and aventurine
So pretty, yeah?
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Swiped from Jennifer
Your result for The Harry Potter Husband Test...
Mrs. Lupin
Your perfect HP man is Remus Lupin.
You like a nice, kind guy with a bit of a fierce streak and you don't mind if he comes damaged. Sure, he may take some convincing since his self-esteem's so low, but once you win him over, you know he's yours for life. Unless of course he has an attack of "I'm not good enough" and runs away, but luckily he's also good at making friends who will push him back into line if necessary.
(Art by Gold-Seven http://gold-seven.deviantart.com/ Used with permission.)
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Webpages for Jessica
At left, I've added two links to webpages that have been created in memory of my friend Jessica. The Blogger page has pictures, and the Facebook page has links to news articles relating to her death.
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
You never think it will happen to someone you know
I found out a couple of hours ago that a woman I know, Jessica, was stabbed to death in her own home over the weekend. She used to be a grad student here in my department, and she was one of my officemates two years ago. I didn't know her well, but I liked her.
They say if you live in New Orleans long enough, you'll know someone who will be a victim of violent crime. I was hoping I wouldn't live here that long.
They say if you live in New Orleans long enough, you'll know someone who will be a victim of violent crime. I was hoping I wouldn't live here that long.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Friday, August 08, 2008
Saturday, August 02, 2008
TV critic (spoilers)
In case you didn't read the title -- SPOILERS!
The return of "EUReKA" on Tuesday: WHOO HOO! It's back! I don't know if Allison getting back together with Stark is the best decision for her, but I've gotten to the point where I don't like the idea of her with Carter, either.
Last night's "Doctor Who" season finale: Wow. I laughed. I cried. It was great. Donna to Jack: "You can hug me now. No, really, you can hug me now." ::giggles:: Our sentiments exactly, dear!
Last night's "Stargate Atlantis": Not one of their better episodes. I mean, what was the point, really? They hopped dimensions a couple of times, John and Ronin got to shoot a couple of bad guys, Rodney figured out how to put the dimension drive in reverse, and they got home. Big deal. I guess I'm so used to every episode having something to do with other episodes that this one just kinda threw me. If it was a set-up for a new idea, it was pretty weak. But we did get to see a bit of Zalenka, so that was nice.
The return of "EUReKA" on Tuesday: WHOO HOO! It's back! I don't know if Allison getting back together with Stark is the best decision for her, but I've gotten to the point where I don't like the idea of her with Carter, either.
Last night's "Doctor Who" season finale: Wow. I laughed. I cried. It was great. Donna to Jack: "You can hug me now. No, really, you can hug me now." ::giggles:: Our sentiments exactly, dear!
Last night's "Stargate Atlantis": Not one of their better episodes. I mean, what was the point, really? They hopped dimensions a couple of times, John and Ronin got to shoot a couple of bad guys, Rodney figured out how to put the dimension drive in reverse, and they got home. Big deal. I guess I'm so used to every episode having something to do with other episodes that this one just kinda threw me. If it was a set-up for a new idea, it was pretty weak. But we did get to see a bit of Zalenka, so that was nice.
Friday, August 01, 2008
Get real!
I just read this and wanted to share.
Taking The Risk: Permission To Be Real
Most of us are familiar with the idea of keeping it real and have an intuitive sense about what that means. People who keep it real don’t hide behind a mask to keep themselves safe from their fear of how they might be perceived. They don’t present a false self in order to appear more perfect, more powerful, or more independent. People who keep it real present themselves as they truly are, the good parts and the parts most of us would rather hide, sharing their full selves with the people who are lucky enough to know them.
Being real in this way is not an easy thing to do as we live in a culture that often shows us images of physical and material perfection. As a result, we all want to look younger, thinner, wealthier, and more successful. We are rewarded externally when we succeed at this masquerade, but people who are real remind us that, internally, we suffer. Whenever we feel that who we are is not enough and that we need to be bigger, better, or more exciting, we send a message to ourselves that we are not enough. Meanwhile, people who are not trying to be something more than they are walk into a room and bring a feeling of ease, humor, and warmth with them. They acknowledge their wrinkles and laugh at their personal eccentricities without putting themselves down.
People like this inspire us to let go of our own defenses and relax for a moment in the truth of who we really are. In their presence, we feel safe enough to take off our masks and experience the freedom of not hiding behind a barrier. Those of us who were lucky enough to have a parent who was able to keep it real may find it easier to be that way ourselves. The rest of us may have to work a little harder to let go of our pretenses and share the beauty and humor of our real selves. Our reward for taking such a risk is that as we do, we will attract and inspire others, giving them the permission to be real too.
© 2004-08 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved
From dailyom.com
May you be comfortable discarding your mask, even if it's only with a few people. May you have friends/family who are comfortable in discarding their masks.
May you give yourself permission to be real.
Taking The Risk: Permission To Be Real
Most of us are familiar with the idea of keeping it real and have an intuitive sense about what that means. People who keep it real don’t hide behind a mask to keep themselves safe from their fear of how they might be perceived. They don’t present a false self in order to appear more perfect, more powerful, or more independent. People who keep it real present themselves as they truly are, the good parts and the parts most of us would rather hide, sharing their full selves with the people who are lucky enough to know them.
Being real in this way is not an easy thing to do as we live in a culture that often shows us images of physical and material perfection. As a result, we all want to look younger, thinner, wealthier, and more successful. We are rewarded externally when we succeed at this masquerade, but people who are real remind us that, internally, we suffer. Whenever we feel that who we are is not enough and that we need to be bigger, better, or more exciting, we send a message to ourselves that we are not enough. Meanwhile, people who are not trying to be something more than they are walk into a room and bring a feeling of ease, humor, and warmth with them. They acknowledge their wrinkles and laugh at their personal eccentricities without putting themselves down.
People like this inspire us to let go of our own defenses and relax for a moment in the truth of who we really are. In their presence, we feel safe enough to take off our masks and experience the freedom of not hiding behind a barrier. Those of us who were lucky enough to have a parent who was able to keep it real may find it easier to be that way ourselves. The rest of us may have to work a little harder to let go of our pretenses and share the beauty and humor of our real selves. Our reward for taking such a risk is that as we do, we will attract and inspire others, giving them the permission to be real too.
© 2004-08 DailyOM - All Rights Reserved
From dailyom.com
May you be comfortable discarding your mask, even if it's only with a few people. May you have friends/family who are comfortable in discarding their masks.
May you give yourself permission to be real.