February 2011
1 post
Yes, I'm still alive.
Just thought maybe the two people who read this thing would want to know.
I finally have internet to use thanks to my friend, Krisanne.
August 2010
2 posts
Things I have enjoyed by being a real house this...
Being able to do laundry anytime I want.
Being able to do laundry anytime I want without having to dig through my purse to find quarters.
A REAL kitchen. By real, I mean more than one person can fit inside.
Cable.
A massive bedroom with my bathroom attached to it.
A backyard where I can walk around without my shoes on.
A Golden Retriever and a black Lab.
A lake in the backyard with a...
Life Changing
While working/vacationing in Connecticut, I watched the film Food, Inc. which I have been dying to see.
It is both amazing and disgusting to see how the food industry has modified so much of what we put into our bodies. It is also amazing to me that actually still call it food.
I highly encourage everyone to watch it. I also encourage everyone to READ labels at the grocery store. I have now...
April 2010
2 posts
This may not be a bad thing?
I’m up (early) this Saturday morning drinking coffee and watching a design show.
I just saw a commercial opposing the Beverage Tax that has been proposed by Governor Paterson.
While I’m not the biggest fan of our Governor, I can’t say that I’m opposed to the tax.
The commercial is directed toward families and how the new tax would cost them extra on soda, sports...
This is only a test.
So, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about being more responsible with life, finances, etc.
For the past several months, I have become keenly aware of how much money I spend on alcohol and cabs to get home late at night. I almost had a stroke when I realized how much of my income is flushed down the toilet. It’s just ridiculous.
After consulting with several friends, I have decided...
March 2010
7 posts
My morning commute is entertaining.
There is a man who stands on the corner of 42nd and Lexington every morning advertising a diner of some sort in the area. No lie, but at 7:45 in the morning, he is standing there shouting “still serving breakfast!”
Fabulous! I’m so glad to know that breakfast is still being served before 8. Who would have considered such a thing?!
Also, my favorite bible thumper was in Grand...
You know you’re becoming older when you’re already getting pissed off at the thought of the 22 year olds who will be drunk, loud, and annoying at 10 a.m. tomorrow.
A must read!
I highly encourage people to read “Diagnosis-Hypertention” in The Times Sunday Magazine.
Last year, while I was still on the floors as a nursing student, almost every patient I saw had a PMH of HTN. We were always taught that HTN is the “silent killer” and should be taken very seriously.
I was floored to read about this patient who had a history of occasional high BP,...
This is Monday.
I know it’s Monday because I’m in an angry, foul mood. Also, I’ve been told by a four year old that I look like a boy because I don’t have boobs (thanks), have now taken 600 mg Ibuprofen and still feel like someone has placed a ton of bricks on my head, had 3 cups of coffee because I just happend to wake up at 2 in the morning and NEVER went back to sleep, and to top...
If you have a weak stomach, don't read the...
So last night by the time I got home, I was totally exhausted and really had to pee.
I go in the bathroom without turning on the light and pee.
When I get up, I notice my urine is really, really dark. Being the nursing student I am, I begin to have a minor panic attack.
Seeing how my right kidney is already a little shot, I was beginning to freak out that it was finally going. I knew it. I...
I smell trouble.
What do you do when a four year old gets up and goes into another room and yells back at you to not come in the room because she isn’t doing anything wrong?
The alarms go off in your head and you run like hell into that room.
Funny how that just happend. And funny how I found her up to no good!
Who is this British man in my head?
Well, it happend again. Here I am reading reports in The Times on Chile and he pops back in my head.
The voice of a BBC reporter.
Why is it that I can’t read an article about a natural disaster without hearing a British accent in my head? Why?!
February 2010
36 posts
How do I know Spring is around the corner?
Allergies.
Yes, my normal Spring allergies have arrived. I woke up sneezing and can’t see out of my eyes.
I’m not going to complain. I’m sick to death of cold, wet weather. Plus, my Uncle is an Allergist, so all my medication is free!
Maziwa Tafadhali
This means “milk,please” in Swahili.
I’m just learning how to ask for more Milk in as many languages as possible while I’m going through my crazy Milk obsession.
And, you’re welcome for the lesson in Swahili.
There's a tear in my beer.
Okay, not really. I’ve actually been in a really happy mood lately.
But, this morning, the song “There’s a Tear in My Beer” by Hank, Jr. came on my iPod and I started laughing and thinking about how I first learned the song.
Most everyone knows I’m from Nashville, which is also known as Music City, USA. And being from a city that celebrates country music the way...
Seriously?
Dew and I were on the train today when we noticed a mother and daughter sitting across from us.
The little girl was around 4 or 5 years and was bouncing around the seat. That’s common for that age, duh! All of the sudden, the mother starts screaming at her to stop. The screaming wasn’t what really got my attention. It was the childs name. Morticia. As in Addams?
Why would you do...
Since I started planning my trip back to Nashville over Memorial Day weekend, I have been craving country food like none other.
So, I decided sometime this weekend I would head over to The Pink Teacup on Grove Street. I’ve been told I should go there before, and attempted to go one time with my friend Matt, but has never worked out.
Anyone is welcome to join me. AND, it is BYOB which I...
ohhleary:
ginnsmith:
I had plenty of sleep last night and have had more than three cups of coffee this morning. Yet, I still can’t keep my eyes open.
I’m going to blame it on the rain.
Gotta blame it on somethin’
Gotta blame it on somethin’
BLAME IT ON THE RAIN, YEAH, YEAH
I was wondering how long it would take for someone to get the reference. Well done.
I had plenty of sleep last night and have had more than three cups of coffee this morning. Yet, I still can’t keep my eyes open.
I’m going to blame it on the rain.
Got Milk?
I do.
My crazy milk obsession is back. I have already consumed a half gallon of 2 percent today.
If I were a child I wouldn’t be concerned. Growing up with all boys I became a big milk drinker. And as I’ve said before, most people in the Smith clan go through roughly 6 gallons a week per household.
Well, I’m no longer a child and concerned that I CRAVE this stuff. I’m...
Here are my thoughts on Tiger Woods.
I DON’T GIVE A FUCK!
This is seriously the big breaking story right now?
Absurd.
TGIF
No, I am not referring to the television line up I used to watch as a kid. I am in serious need of a weekend.
I foolishly had too much to drink last night and am now sitting at work with one eye burning and the other one swollen and attempting to read Fancy Nancy books.
I love you, Friday!
I wish I knew where she got this stuff.
I know I quote little Dew all the time, but she just came up with another classic.
During lunch, I told her to focus on eating her lunch.
She comes back at me with this:
“Why don’t you focus on eating yo mama!”
Is this kid for real?
Excuse me?!
So, I’m at work reading the cookbook published by the Junior League of Lafayette, LA. I know, I just reached a new level of Southern. In New York.
I’m reading a recipe for Fresh Peach Pie. Here are the ingredients. Tell me if you see something that seems a little out of place.
Pie shell and top, unbaked
6 very large peaches
2 Tbsp. Flour
1/2 c. Sugar
MACE
Salt
4 Tbsp....
I just told someone to go have "naked time."
That falls under the category of Things I Didn’t Expect to Say Today.
Resolutions for my 28th year.
As I’ve recently told people, I don’t make New Years resolutions. Not only do I feel like New Years resolutions are a little cliche, they also never hold up. At least for me they don’t. Instead, every year, I make Birthday resolutions. I thought I would share just a few.
FINISH NURSING SCHOOL!!! (I say this at least 10 times a day)
Make peace with people who I have wronged or...
How did I remember today is Ash Wednesday?
This last weekend I had brunch with my Jewish family. While at the table, Rosie asked me what I was doing for Lent. I had to ask her when it was.
Then all things Catholic floated out of my mind.
Then this morning, when I got off the train at Grand Central, I was reminded of what today was by the bible thumping evangelical woman who graces commuters with her presence at least three times a...
Here's to an INCREDIBLE Birthday!
I had one fabulous Birthday weekend! Here are some of the highlights:
Saturday brunch at Le Monde with my New York family.
Shopping at Patagonia with my NY parents and buying a jacket I’ve been wanting for months.
Movie with my little sister on Saturday afternoon.
Laundry and cleaning up my chaotic room.
Fantastic lunch at NoHo Star with the lovely Alice.
Afternoon of indulging...
“Men are the most horrible creatures, honey. They will ruin your life.”
-Ouiza from Steel Magnolias
You shouldn't tease a girl.
Patagonia keeps popping up on my twitter announcing the BIG sale going on.
STOP TEASING ME!!
I don’t have money for clothes until tomorrow.
Did I hear "fuck" on the radio?
No, but this morning while listening to the BBC on the radio it sounded like I did.
I think they were talking about fark.com, but I really never got the story because I was focusing on the “f” word.
I wish (hope) the rumors will come true.
I’m speaking of the rumors about Paterson resigning. I’m not a fan. Especially when it comes to all the funding taken away from group homes for the disabled.
We have a corporate visit at Pottery Barn with the...
I’m wearing jeans and an Ole Miss t-shirt and have a greasy ponytail.
I fucking hate Monday.
I'm not turning 28 this year.
Nope, I’ve decided. I’m not ready.
I think it will be perfectly acceptable for me to crawl under the covers next Monday, the 15th and celebrate being 27. Again. We’ll call it a sequel.
What do you do when your ex calls you a cunt and...
You scream at him like a lunatic outside of a bar while people stop to stare.
I know I’m not in Tennessee anymore, but I was under the impression that it was not okay for a man to say things like that to a woman.
He is a boil on the butt of humanity.
I just felt the need to say this.
No reason. Just wanted to.
My little 6 year old just looked at me IN STARBUCKS and yelled “EWWWWW, why does it smell like coffee in here?!”
I just bought a pint of reduced fat milk and...
What is wrong with me? And what’s with my need for milk? I literally went to a deli because I was thirsty and went straight for the milk without thinking. My body must be deficient in Calcium.
I must stop!
I’ve been a little down in the dumps lately. A bunch of things brought me to this state. Frustration with being almost 28 and not having much to show for it, frustration with people which leads to more frustration with myself for allowing certain people to treat me the way they do, and the list goes on.
Last night, I was leaving work in a pretty happy mood. I took out my iPod and hit play....
One of those days.
I’m having one of those days where all I do is sit around and wonder what the hell I’m doing.
Should I keep working nonsense jobs to pay for Nursing or hold off on finishing and just become a Respiratory Therapist. I kind of know a coupe of them (my parents) and could go into the field very soon. The money is about the same as nursing, I would have a more specific role, and I could...
I'm watching my first LOST episode.
I am officially lost.
I'm watching my first LOST episode.
I am officially lost.
Is it sad that after seeing a commercial for Colonial Williamsburg I’m now dying to go?
I'm loving my day.
Today, I noticed my little one wasn’t breathing all too well, so we started the nebulizer.
Since she is NOT a fan, I promised we would make cookies after.
So, we just made homemade chocolate chip cookies. She is on the next treatment now, and has chocolate smeared ALL over her face. Adorable.
While we were preparing everything, she looked at me and said “Ginny, I love you.”...
Another day, another dollar.
Also another day of giving a child whatever they want in order to give them their nebulizer treatments q2h.
Fun times.
Six more weeks of winter?!
Damn rodent. Why did you have to see your shadow?
Today I....
Woke up 10 minutes before I needed to be out the door.
Took a four year old to climb the rocks in Central Park.
have a giant bruise on my ass from rock climbing with a four year old.
Had to explain how I knew the horse in CP was a boy and in fact not a girl.
Had to listen to a four year old walk around the rest of the afternoon looking at every male horse saying, “that horse has a...
Did anyone read “The Jihadist Next Door” in The Times Sunday Magazine yesterday?
I’m a little behind due to no free time yesterday and just finished.
Wow, I’m officially disturbed.
Read it!
January 2010
50 posts
Some annoying woman in a fur coat kept following me around my store asking the most ridiculous questions today.
It was all I could do to not tell her she and her politically incorrect coat can get out and leave me alone.
I am so that person with "those kids" right now.
What am I doing about it?
Pretending they aren’t with me.