A Charming Anachronism

Snarky Fashion Details Lives!!

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 18:36:54 GMT

http://snarkyfashiondetails.tumblr.com/

Yeah, Fashion Snark was taken. So I swiped Cupcake_goth's acronym for Shallow Fashion Details, and added a little snark.

Ta DA!

ETA: I also swiped her theme, but purplized it.

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So...

Fri, 11 Mar 2011 16:14:38 GMT

If I did a Fashion Snark tumblr, would you guys be into that?

I ask because I'm leaning further and further toward setting this journal (dreamwidth and livejournal) to friends only, and I enjoy when you guys send other people to my fashion snark posts.

Yeah, I'm starting to get crotchety and paranoid in my old age.

Bleah. I'm up, here, meh.

Otherwise, good. Dresden game last night was pretty awesome, including Dylan (my character) getting to vent loudly and at length against the white council warden who (by leaving) made her a warden.

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Started Watching Deadwood last night.

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:20:27 GMT

Pretty good, and kind of gut-punchy. I'm still not sure if I like it, even though I totally understand how good it is. I do like that they aren't glossing over or glamorizing the lives of the whores. And I'm kind of tickled by their depiction of Calamity Jane.

Dresden game tonight.

I need new tights.

Cats are adorable, even when they pat your lips and yell at you before your alarm goes off. Kittens need ear-nommings.

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sigh

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 16:14:20 GMT

Got to sleep not too much after 11.

I kind of miss the days when me and my old buddies used to get high, because at least then we were all on the same page. Now? How did all those pot-smoking partiers turn into conservative dickheads? How? What the fuck?

It makes me sad, and really cranky.

Writers block sucks complete and total ass.

And stuff.

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Ahh, the brain...

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 06:45:43 GMT

Weeks of meh. When does the mania hit?

Bedtime on a fucking tuesday.

Why is my brain trying to kill me.?

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GAH!

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 03:33:39 GMT

Oh for the love of fucking christ!

Another ONE!!!!!

Seriously, did I really smoke THAT MUCH POT back in the day? Really?

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Man, I mean, I know I liked to get high, but fucking hell.

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Up. Here. Meh.

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 16:24:28 GMT

Need to take it easy for a bit. Perfect storm of allergens is conspiring to make me quit breathing. Stayed home yesterday on the couch, covered with cats.

Played an assload of Dominion this weekend, and won most of the games.

Ok, I'm here. Time to pretend to be awake.

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There is not enough coffee in the world.

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 22:22:10 GMT

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!!

Ok. So with the Breathe Right strips, I sleep awesome. Way better than I have in ages.

However, I still feel like I can't get enough sleep ever. I know part of it is not going to bed early enough. I don't know.

I think I need to look into spending time at the gym again.

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Sigh

Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:49:24 GMT

So I downloaded a chess app on my phone. Let's see if I actually remember how to play. I suspect I may have to re-learn, it's been so long.

Kitten was extra cuddly.

I will need more coffee.

Blerg and stuff.

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Blerg.

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 17:39:44 GMT

I wonder if the Montessori school called Betty to check my references, because she's a little strained toward me today. If she asks, I'll tell her. But I'm not volunteering and I don't have to.

The Pinata, still trying to make sure I don't miss him.

Bleah.

Need nap.

Every once in awhile I remember something my Dad did that is kind of fucked up. Tuesday's memory was when Javagoth said she'd never played chess. I replied with, "I used to." Then remembered why I don't anymore. And haven't for decades.

So, how many other six year olds were given chess strategy books by their dad?

Yeah.

sigh

I guess I was pretty good at it, but it got tedious real quick.

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Writer's Block blows goats.

Thu, 03 Mar 2011 00:47:29 GMT

Naps are ok. But groggy making.

Regretsy is awesome.

Cats who stomp on your face while you're trying to nap are not awesome.

They are, in fact, diametrically opposed to awesome.

Ok, going to try to salvage some writing time.

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2011 is not making any friends here.

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:12:58 GMT

At least not so far.

I did get a lot of compliments for all the work I put in on the big meeting in Chicago that the Pinata and Dr. T chaired. They came back and told me that the Secretary of the organization had talked me up to the Board. So I emailed him:

"Dr. T and The Pinata came back and told me about all the nice things you said about me. While you know you shouldn't go around lying like that, I appreciate the sentiment. Thank you. You have been a joy to work with."

He's got the sense of humor that appreciates mine.

The Pinata says he's going to change his name to Dr. S so I'll be nicer to him. My response was, "A rose by any other name..."

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Weekly reminder

Tue, 01 Mar 2011 06:29:30 GMT

Price list

bread-price per loaf *vegan
Artisan style bread-chewy crust, dense, complex mildly sour flavor $5*
Whole wheat artisan $5*
Artisan rye $5*
Artisan caraway rye $5*
Rosemary round with salt crust $5*
Challah- sweet, moist, rich with eggs, sweet, makes great French toast $6
Italian- soft, moist, makes great sandwiches $4
Vegan Italian- as above though drier and less soft. 4$
Foccacia- Italian flatbread. choose two toppings from onion, olive, pine nuts, fresh tomato, basil, roasted garlic, cheese. $5*(cheese not vegan)
Irish soda bread- heavy, dense, the king of breakfast toast. $4(add rosemary upon request)

Kaiser rolls- 6 large or 8 medium rolls, chewy and flavorful. $5 per batch specify poppy seeds or sesame seed (*can be vegan, no toppings that way though)

Chocolate cupcakes- please save me from these, they're so rich. Price changed $5 per 6. Those who've sampled and bought agree that I was charging far too little

cookies $3 a dozen
snickerdoodles
peanut butter
chocolate crinkles
chocolate/butterscotch/peanut butter/m&m chip

cookies at $4 a dozen
Molassess chews

I'm gonna be charging a $1-2 delivery fee. I would really prefer people come pick their stuff up.

Email Ogre at ogremarco at hotmail dot com

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Bleah.

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 16:29:08 GMT

So freaking tired.

Were in bed around ten, and slept HARD. Still groggy.

Meh and things.

And stuff.

Just a reminder, if anyone wants baked goods, email the Boy: ogremarco at hotmail dot com

He made the best freaking rosemary bread last night. We demolished it because it was soo yummy.

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Blerg

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 21:03:05 GMT

Had a good time at Tithonium's B-day Party.

Kind of tired and groggy, due partially to a certain grey and white babycat wanting kissies and ear-nommings at 8 in the fucking morning. When I rolled over to ignore her, she did the unthinkable and crawled up on Ogre so she could throw herself at my hand and pat my lips.

Right now I have a big fuzzy orange Man-cat snuggled up against one thigh, on my fleece shark blanket.

The Grrsl is on his other side and snoring away.

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Stuff and things.

Sat, 26 Feb 2011 19:07:34 GMT

To do:
Finish Polimicks post on why the absence of temptation does NOT equal morality.
Clean Bathroom.
Work on THE NOVEL.
Change litterboxes.
Do laundry.
Read Hellcats and Hockeysticks.

That's about it.

Oh, and run down to Walgreen's at some point.

Edit: Bathroom, litterboxes and dishes done. Post mostly done, possibly completely.

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New Polimicks

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 19:52:08 GMT

http://www.polimicks.com/?p=314

" It’s such a refreshing change to be treated like an adult human being by a healthcare professional, instead of as a naughty child. It’s so nice to have someone look at my history of compliance with medications that DO work (Advair, the love of my life), and listen to me when I say that something doesn’t work. And it’s brilliant to have someone reaffirm, that yes, even though I’m fat, I’m healthy, and I do know what is going on with my own body."

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Memo: Me

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 17:26:55 GMT

Fix the hem on this skirt this weekend.

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Sigh

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:21:52 GMT

Here. Up. Dressed. Not necessarily in that order.

Kitten was exceptionally snuggly this morning. Wanted to be held upside down and have her ears nommed. Tired. I think I'll be going on a news diet this weekend.

Did not wear my brace last night, and my thumb hurts. Will remember to put that on tonight.

New GGR post on Echo Bazaar. http://www.geekgirlsrule.net

Need more coffee.

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New GGR!

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 03:52:38 GMT

http://www.geekgirlsrule.net/?p=1204

Review of Fail Better Games' Echo Bazaar game. Awesome browser-based, text-based MMO.

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Swiped from Javagoth: Wayward Update

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 21:03:43 GMT

Greetings to all the friends of Wayward Coffeehouse! We apologize for the lack of recent updates but have been hoping to be able to report more progress. We aim to keep flyin!

We have been focusing our efforts on finding a new location because of the refusal of the property owners to repair the building. But finding a location that will allow us to continue to provide all the unique offerings of Wayward Coffeehouse is not easy! The process is not going as quickly as we would like. As nothing is yet settled we can not reveal where we hope to be, but know that we are working hard to find a place to reopen.

As many of you have learned since the fire, there are significant legal matters which have been hampering our ability to reopen. Issues with the building which pre-date the fire were already the subject of litigation. We are aware that contrary to what we were told work has occurred at the property, however, we must pursue that issue through legal avenues. Although we have prevailed on important aspects, the legal system moves slowly and is a significant drain on our limited resources. It may be several more months before we can hope to see resolution or even additional progress with our struggle for justice on matters both pre- and post-fire.

But we believe in what we created with Wayward Coffeehouse and want fervently for it to continue. We have received your messages of support and encouragement and know that there is a need for Wayward Coffeehouse for the communities we embrace.

We have been humbled by the many donations to the “Wayward Phoenix Fund” and are immensely grateful for the support. The funds have helped us all to survive and has helped with the mounting legal fees we face as we seek justice. Wayward Phoenix Fund Donations (http://www.sbcharities.org/?page_id=16) and look for the Wayward logo to donate online or for information on donating by check.

All of us from Wayward Coffeehouse miss you greatly and we continue to work toward our reopening. It will take longer than any of us would like, but we are committed to rising from the ashes and once again being the coffee haven for all of you.

We aim to keep flyin’ ...

Wayward Coffeehouse, it's better than a plan
Closed Until Further Notice
www.waywardcoffee.com
Twitter: WaywardCoffee
Facebook: Wayward Coffee House

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Here.

Thu, 24 Feb 2011 18:53:45 GMT

Came in late, because our street was a sheet of ice, and we don't have sidewalks. We also don't have neighbors who drive well. So I decided to go back to bed and sleep in a bit.

Wearing my incredibly stylish leg warmers that I knitted for myself. I love them. They are sooooo warm. I am pleased.

Got my blood test results yesterday. Read them off to the Boy when I opened the letter:

"Low. Normal. Normal. Normal. Normal. Low. Normal. Low. Normal. Low. Normal."
Boy: "I hate you and I'm spitefully eating this cookie at you, so you can't have it."

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Snow in Seattle.

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 16:24:52 GMT

If you're not from here, I don't think you appreciate the sheer panic that comes on the heels of a forecast of snow.

However, it does mean I have permission to leave at the first sign of a flake today.

I don't think I'll take advantage, because that means standing in the snow waiting for a bus, then walking home through the snow from the bus.

Not a fan.

We'll see how it looks as the day goes on. I was kind of hoping it would strike in the night so I could stay home and sleep. Alas, it was not to be. Although it is bloody cold out there.

New podcast is up at GGR. http://www.geekgirlsrule.net If you enjoy my dulcet tones, check it out.

Also, if you would like bread, email the Boy: ogremarco at hotmail dot com

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New Polimicks Post

Wed, 23 Feb 2011 03:07:03 GMT

http://www.polimicks.com/?p=311

"So, today while at work, I had the MSNBC shows streaming in the background, like I usually do. And I got to hear Rep. Chris Smith (R) from New Jersey’s speech regarding abortion.

"It was the most sickening pack of lies I think I’ve ever sat through, or at least since Bush declared there were WMDs in Iraq.

"No, I take that back. While sickening, the WMD lie did not piss me off as thoroughly as Rep. Smith, and his happy horseshit about how stupid women are about abortion."

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Ooooaaaaauuuuggggghhhh!

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:14:11 GMT

So hard to get up today.

Went to Doctor yesterday. Blood pressure is fine. He gave me a splint. Took my blood on the way out, but no calls to tell me I'm dying of the dethfatz in any way, shape or form. So, I presume those numbers are good too.

I switched doctors, and it was so relieving to hear him say, when *I* brought up my weight, "You know, it's mostly genetics."

It is amazing how much tension drains out of you when you don't have to worry about being labelled noncompliant for your inability to lose weight.

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