Introducing....

Margot Tenenbaum Marshall Harris

I have better pics that don't involve my face (or crazy hair) and that aren't taken in Photobooth, but I seemed to have misplaced the cord to my computer.

At any rate, Aaron and I just adore Margot ... even when she shits all over the hall, her toys, and herself. She likes to chew on our feet and pants and love to sniff our friendly Mexican neighbors. We've had her for about a month now, and I can't imagine my life without her. I swear, I never thought I'd be one of those people who talked about their pets as if they were human. But, I am.

Apparently everyone who meets her falls in love. You really can't help it.

Spider Monkey

I broke down and started reading Twilight.

A few weeks ago Emily and I watched the Twilight movie, since we had nothing better to do in New Orleans on a Saturday night. I know, we are totally cool. Intrigued, we watched the entire movie. We made fun of the corny lines and fell in love with Robert Pattinson (who wouldn't? he's absolutely GORGEOUS!)

Every time I am in the bookstore, I am always tempted to purchase the book. Then last week a girlfriend (who absolutely loves the series) said I could borrow the books while I was on the beach.

So, I started the book, and I love it no matter how cheesy and ridiculous it is.

slump

I need to start writing some more. A friend from college emailed me the other day and asked me if I still did any writing. My response was if you count my twitter updates ... lame.

I always think in order to write something on here it needs to be entertaining to THE MASSES THAT READ IT. Therefore I will quit writing mid post. Now, I'm going to just write just for me. Blah, see this is boring. But I'm writing.

And nothing gets me in the mood for writing than making a list of things that make me happy.

Sundays.
Criminal Minds.
Hummus.
Lite and Fit Yogurt.
Morning cuddles.
Margot Tenenbaum Marshall Harris.
Reading about pregnancy/labor/parenting even though I do not have a case of baby fever and don't plan on having kids for at least half a decade.
Quoting Twilight.
When my bed is made.
Proposal stories.
Skirts.
Status updates.
Cupcakes.
Mojitos.
Fresh tomatoes.

money, money, money ... MONEY!

I have never been good with money. It always burns a hole in my pocket. Since that first day when I was 16 and my dad took me to get my first checking account until today 9 years later, I haven't learned a thing.

Yesterday I took a look at my bank account balance and it was sickening.

So. I made a decision. One I am going to keep to. I vow to FINALLY be better with my money. I told Aaron to put me on a financial diet. He made me promise to actually go through with what he says and not just think it's a good idea. Also, a friend recommended this site. I am going to give it a try and see how it works.

I have a credit card to pay off. A savings account that needs some major beefing up. A checking account that needs some TLC. And a piece of mind that needs some settling.

This is my solemn vow.

To my dearest friends, this means no more daily lunches out, many trips to El Compadre and India's (although I will miss it so), and weekend shopping trips. I will allow myself some treats now and then. But instead of paying a million dollars on dinner and drinks, why don't we put luck it and save some major bucks?

Help me. Please let me know any financial tips that have helped you. I desperately need it.

This twenty something thing is not as easy as it looks.

NMR

Jordan
i have to tell you something only you can prob appreciate

Katie
go.

Jordan
so the other night aaron was in the bathroon shaving is manly mountain manish beard off

Katie
yesh.

Jordan
when all of the sudden he comes running in the room butt ass naked with a mustache, straddles me and tries to make out with me
oh and i should mention i was laying on the bed and he leaped on top of me

Katie
I totally appreciate that.

Jordan
i knew you would

Katie
I WANT THAT.

Jordan
after it happened, all i could think is that would be something that matt nipper would do

Katie
it so would.
I covet that.
I love Aaron.

Jordan
i do too

Katie
I hope he's cool with humping.
that's the kind of shit you need to blog, miss cinco de mayo was my last update.

Jordan
yeah ... my computer has been on the fritz, so i haven't updated in a minute
but i think that'll be my next post

Katie
please post a picture that matches the description.
also, I'm about to write on his wall.

Jordan
ok, but beware his mom is his friend on facebook
i mean she's pretty cool and all

Katie
shooot.
um, let me send it for your approval ...

Jordan
lol ok

Katie
will you please naked moustache hump me next time I see you?

Jordan
do it
lol

Katie
done.

Jordan
hahaha
oh my god i miss you
speaking of wieners did you get my bday card?

Katie
yes, I did. thanks, love.

Jordan
you're welcome! sorry its late
and that it didnt have a present attached

Katie
it was sort of on time, I think.

Jordan
you'll get a present or two from me next time you see me

Katie
so here's the deal.
I can't get over this naked moustache hump.
it's so awesome.
like ... it could be a patented Matt Nipper move.
but ADH did it first.
so ... it's his. The NMH is all his. And I love it.

Jordan
lol because he's that bad ass
it's the ONE thing that he can do first before matt

Katie
That would have turned me on so hard.

Jordan
NMH?

Katie
I bet he's got plenty of things.
naked. moustache. hump.

Jordan
oohhhh right

Katie
short bus, Jordan.
you're riding it.

Jordan
sorry
im totally riding it

Katie
you've heard about what happened after Matt and I saw Dukes of Hazzard in the theater, right?

Jordan
i got confused .. lol
umm i dont think so
if so, tell me again

Katie
I went immediately to Target and purchased a pair of cowgirl boots.
I went immediately to Target and purchased a pair of cowgirl boots.
Then home.
Where I put on the boots.

Jordan
and only the boots?

Katie
a "holster" ... (abercrombie belt)
and I grabbed a nice 22 pistol out of the bedside table.
and commenced to get my hump on.
so I'm riding matt and I'm all into this bullshit where I think I'm Jessica Simpson.
and Matt's like, "Uh, Kate? Can you put the gun away?"
It was awesome.

Jordan
HAHAHAHAHAAHAHHAAHA
oh my god. you are awesome

Katie
I don't even have to try. It just happens.

Jordan
i know, i know
i wish that's how yall made merritt
lol


So, living together is the best time of my life, and I am going to rent Dukes of Hazzard ASAP.

moving week

I just had a wonderful idea for a blog entry while going through hangers ... and like that it was gone.

This week is the big move in week -- eek! Sunday we cleaned the apartment from top to bottom. Baseboards and ceiling fans included. My hands were sore the next day from scrubbing. So was my back. And pretty much every other part of my body. But we have a sparkling clean quadplex in the charming/ghetto Highland neighborhood.

Now, I'm going through my tons of clothes, shoes, books, pictures, stationary, dvds, etc, and wondering how on earth this is going to fit. We may not have enough living room furniture, but I am sure we will have more than enough crap.

Our new shower curtain arrives this week, and now we are trying to decide on chairs, rugs, and something to hang over the mantle. That doesn't even include the bedroom and other wall decorations.

All ideas welcome since I am terrible at this.

Aaron David Harris.

Things I've learned about Aaron (pre-move in date):
He doesn't like to do dishes.
He won't go in public in gym shorts, and doesn't think it's "appropriate" if I go to Wal-Mart in pj pants -- even if it's ONLY to pick up ONE THING.
He's very good at finances and budgeting.
He doesn't make the bed.
He always likes to hold my hand.
He will rub my feet anytime I ask him.
He doesn't mind when I don't shave my legs.
He's unexpectedly has a lot in common with my dad.
He likes to eat shrimp tails.
He has the absolute cutest smirk.
He talks to pets like they are human being.
He's not exactly open about his feelings.
He has the best 5 o'clock shadow.
He likes the most disgusting horror movies ever created.
He likes to drive on road trips and when I'm fed up with crazy Shreveport drivers.
He's almost as stubborn as I am.
Have I mentioned that he doesn't like to do the dishes?


And he makes me laugh all the time.

done.

I've almost had it with ANTM. Especially Tyra.