Fantastic Lies

Girl Talk

2011-08-23T17:45:00.004-06:00

Aaron David Harris is my hero because he says stuff like this while I watch the Bachelor Pad:

"And by starting something with Michelle he means getting in that vagina. I mean let's just be real here"

Also, I can day dream about doing this or this with him. Anyone have a spare thou they would like to donate to us? I mean we have tickets to see them in November, so why not hang out with them while we are both in the same place at the same time?

One more thing, we make beautiful puppies together.

I <3 him.

He Put a Ring On It

2011-07-11T20:35:00.005-06:00

Almost three years ago to the day I wrote this about one Aaron David Harris. I knew then that he was going to be the one I married. I mean, he sang the guy parts to Mates of States songs for goodness sakes.

I could never pin point when he was going to pop the big question. I thought he would do it this time and then again this one time. But it never happened.

Then last Wednesday night on our three year anni, I walked in the door from driving 8 hours back from Marshall Fam Vaycray and saw this slide show posted on our wall (it has been edited slightly to include a picture of us, engaged, and a pic of my ring).

During the end of the slide show where we are supposed to be on top of the Space Needle, Aaron got down on one knee with a Lego Space Needle replica with the ring on top and asked me to marry him. I haven't been able to stop smiling and looking at this gorgeous rock since.

I absolutely can't wait to be Mrs. Aaron David Harris.

And for the record, we are NOT moving to Wisconsin.

Bucket List

2011-05-02T17:41:00.008-06:00

This one time, I saw Arcade Fire and it was amazing. The End.

So, not really the end. I've wanted to see them since I first heard "Keep the Car Running" in my ex-boyfriends car. I played the song on repeat because I loved it so much. Then I listened to their first record, Funeral, and literally heard magic. How can a band be this good? It was then and there in the car that I added Arcade Fire to my list, bucket list if you will, of bands I must see before I die. The only remaining bands are Modest Mouse, The Decemberists, and The Smiths. We all know that last one will never happen. So, just the two for now. I am lucky enough to have seen most of my concert bucket list in college. But last Saturday night at the whatever-it's-called-now arena in Dallas, I marked them off. And they may never be topped.

Y'all, I was on the second row. I've never been that close at a concert in my life. AND Win Butler's hand grazed mine as he walked across the guardrails.

They sang all my favorite songs, and I even fell in love with Regine. Who I thought I hated. I don't. I love her.

I may have died from all the awesomeness and then came back to life when they ended the show with "Wake Up."

I really just can't find words to express how much I loved this show.

The End.

Carb Fest 2010

2010-12-27T21:12:00.002-06:00

I've made an executive decision. I'm seriously going on a diet. South Beach to be exact. My dad went on this diet a few years ago. He lost about 50 lbs. He's gone back on it in full force over the holidays and has lost 8 lbs in 6 or so days.

Starting Jan. 1, 2011 I will give up carbs, sugar, alcohol, potatoes, etc. for a good while. I stepped on several scales recently and it wasn't a pretty number.

In addition to this diet, I will return to spinning and the treadmill and perhaps some weights.

In the mean time I plan on loading up on carbs, sugar, and alcohol. Herby K's, momma's gumbo and potato salad, and my final meal of the year at Chianti's.

Cheers!

Gleek

2010-12-03T17:50:00.003-06:00

I'm about to embarrass my adorable boyfriend like a mom embarrasses her 12 year old daughter by asking (loudly) what kind of feminine product she needs? The super ones, honey ... because of your HEAVY FLOW?

Anyway, back on point. Let me set the scene. I was laying in bed covered in puppies. Aaron lingering lingering lingering the bedroom on his way to the bathroom before getting ready for bed. He turns on Florence and the Machine and starts clapping along, then playing air guitar, then he goes into full on Glee mode. He starts doing this hand extension across his chest while bending his knee. He claims this move as the signature Glee move. With a super smile on his face. Then he goes into Finn mode by claiming he is in high school, he plays football and likes to sing. WHY IS LIFE SO DIFFICULT?!? Then proceeds with the signature Glee move and into another made up dance move where he snaps with some kind of high kick. Guys, I don't know what was going on in my bedroom. But I know I want more of it. Every night.

He's my favorite. Forever.

Epic Park Day Fail

2010-11-07T19:13:00.007-06:00

Shreveport, Louisiana has perfect weather today. PERFECT. In addition to the extra hour we got from daylight savings time, the sun was shining, not a cloud in the sky, and the temps were in the low 70s. After lunch with my parents, Aaron and I decided to take the pups to the park next to the Red River.

The dogs loved walking around the park, stomping in the leaves, and chasing bugs.

Aaron wanted to teach Penny to play fetch with the frisbee. Since Penny is new to the family, we weren't sure if we could let her off her leash. I threw the frisbee, and Aaron ran with Penny on the leash to catch it. Next thing we know, Penny is off her leash and chasing after the egrets in the runoff from the river. We chased Penny up and down the banks of the river runoff. That dog has mad sprinting skills. For a moment I really thought we were never going to get her back and almost broke down into tears. We screamed her name. Asked her if she wanted a treat. Did every trick in the book. She wasn't interested. Aaron chased Penny for a good 45 minutes, then had to make a trip into "uncharted" woods, and finally emerged with our soaking wet, mud-covered dog in tow.

Next time we will know to never let that damn dog off the leash.

Spinning

2010-09-30T17:05:00.003-06:00

So, I have committed myself to a 5:30 AM spin class two days a week. DID YOU HEAR ME?! I have to wake up at 5ish two days a week. This was the first week. And let me just tell you about it. My boss and I got the idea last week to go to this class. Now I feel that I can't let my stinking boss down. Therefore I drag my ass outta bed at 5:00 AM to get dressed, drink water, get my butt to the gym, set my bike up, and start pedaling. Y'all this shit is hard. I feel like I am going to die. Then I get this adrenaline rush. And I kick that bike's ass. Then I die again.

My instructor is a 65 year old retired Marine (ok I made that up, but he could be). He tells the class of 7 - mostly of older women - to KEEP IT UP! Come on ladies 30 MPH THAT'S QUICK!

I am pretty sure my behind is chaffed. I learned today that I need biking shorts. According to the 50 year old lady next to me ... you can't make it in the class without bike shorts.

And here I thought I had enough padding back there to begin with.

September Plans

2010-09-07T16:38:00.004-06:00

September, September, oh how I am so glad you have finally arrived!

Here is what I plan to do with you:

NOLA weekend to see her this week. Attractions to include: VIP NFL Kick-Off parade and concert featuring Taylor Swift and DMB, eating a million, shopping at Anthropologie among other shops, Davenport Lounge, Frenchman Street, and all the fun you can cram into four days.

Season premieres of my favorite shows.

Racing for the Cure for this amazing woman I have never met. Read her blog. Share her story. Grab a tissue.

Playing in a work-sponsored softball tournament to help support the American Heart Association. I've already requested matching shirts to be made, and I will be sporting the cutest dang baseball pants/socks combo anyone could ever have.

Anxiously awaiting the cooler weather so I can wear my new shoes (here, here, and here). I went on a mini shoe shopping spree this weekend.

Burn my fall candles, bake my fall treats, and sip my fall drinks.

September, thanks for hurrying your ass up. I can't wait to enjoy the shit outta you.

Love,
Jordan

I Hate Month Number Eight

2010-08-22T19:27:00.003-06:00

August can suck it. Maybe that's a little harsh, but I am just not a fan of this month. Now or ever. Nothing fun happens in August (with the exception of my Lydia and Megan's respective birthdays).

And it's hot. Really, really, really hot.

As I have mentioned, the past few weeks haven't been my favorite. Between bat issues, sick pup issues, sick Jordo issues, general life issues, and OMG THE HEAT issues ... I am just over it. I'm ready for a fresh start, a new month, a new season, and a new attitude.

Here's to making it through the last week and a half of August and to welcoming in September!

Temper Tune

2010-08-15T09:19:00.001-06:00

I'm sure everyone and their mom has heard of this band and song. But it's my new favorite thing.

Enjoy.

Be Happy.

2010-08-09T18:48:00.004-06:00

In traditional Jordo fashion, I write, I don't, I make a list.

After the week I had last week, I am in need of some happy things.

Ta-da things that make me happy!!

Shane-N-Bake Chicken
College friends
Anne Taylor Loft
Cilantro-Jalapeno hummus
The Decemberists
Cheese plates
Liz Lemon
Indian food
Eat. Pray. Love.
Pencil skirts
Waxed eyebrows
Bethenny Frankel
Calling Kate's "house" line
NYC wishful thinking
PDX positive thinking

iMovie Virgin

2010-06-29T20:24:00.004-06:00

Let me just tell you about this thing called iMovie. I am sure anyone with a Mac knows about it, and even those without one probably know a thing or two. You can make slideshows to MUSIC!! I know, I know, I am so behind the times. Welcome to 2010 Jordo. Anywho, I stumbled upon it and this is how I popped my cherry.

I am sure we all remember my Portland/Seattle trip. Now it has come to life with The Decembersits as the soundtrack. I'm not sure why I chose this song. Maybe because The Decemberists are from the Pac Northwest, or because he talks about making a home on the water, or probably because there were not many options to choose from on this particular computer at the moment. But I just love this song, and I just hope the song isn't about having a terrible vacation.

Summer Rant and One Word Sentences

2010-06-21T17:40:00.004-06:00

I am so flipping tired of summer. And it's only the first day of summer. Today. I am so over it. Being sticky. Hot. Sweaty. Miserable.

Can I make any more sentences with just one word? Sure.

Anyway, I am sick of the heat. I am sick of the humidity. I need Portland. Right. Now. Can I move there next week?

Also, I've had a few beers. I think I should blog more often with a few beers in me.

The End.

GNO

2010-06-07T17:19:00.002-06:00

This past Friday me, Emily, and Erica decided to have a ladies night. We were all in need of some female company and conversation. We had a nice adult dinner at Wine Country with adult conversations about relationships, friendships, and OMG HAVE YOU TRIED THIS CHEESE?! After dinner we saw Sex and the City 2. And what happened next was, well, completely amazing.

Erica got this idea to go to Strange Brew earlier in the evening. We deicided to visit the old stomping grounds after the movie.

Little back story. I used to frequent this bar very often about 3 years ago. If you remember, 3 years ago I was a mess. A desperate for male attention and drunken mess. OK, so maybe I wasn't that bad ...

I used to drag Em out with me in hopes of meeting a fella, and so I wouldn't feel so bad about being at home on a Saturday night when I was single. I haven't been back in about two or so years. Man that Em was such a trooper back in those days.

BUT we thought for old times sakes and since Erica had never been ... what the hell? They have good beer, right?

So, we went. We grabbed our beers and a table. Earlier in the night Erica and Emily were reading Texts From Last Night to each other. We had also been listening to the 90s station and heard some great hits from Kathy Troccoli and Phil Collins. Well, why not combine the two and send random people text messages about meeting Kathy Tracolli or that we are listening to Phil Collins. Oh, and said people we sent texts to were from other people's phones. So they had no idea who we were or what we were talking about. It was immature; it was fun. We needed a laugh. And we had 2 beers in us.

We stayed out until 1:30 drinking, laughing, texting, and having a fun girls' night out.

I Left My Heart in the Pacific Northwest

2010-06-01T18:22:00.018-06:00

For the past three years, I have promised Kate Nipper a trip to Portland. I always had plans of going, but never made the full committment. That all changed last week. For the past 5 months or so, Aaron and I have been hardcore in our efforts to save for our week-long vacation to Portland to see the Nippers and Schaffers and a little romantic getaway to Seattle.

I can't put into exact words how much fun we had and how this trip changed our lives, so I'll just make a list.

We were greeted by Merritt's face at the airport.

We learned what "Gaboo! Gaboo!" meant from Lily (Gimmie! Gimmie!).

Watched the finale of LOST with the Schaffers after traveling across the country. POLAR BEAR!

Irina took us to The Grotto for the full-blown Catholic experience and some scenic views of Portland.

Saw a shit ton of trees. Big, tall green ones.

Discovered why The Kennedy School is famous for it's tater tots.

Appreciated VooDoo Donuts and Twin Peaks at the same time. Diane, these donuts are quite spectacular. Also, the coffee, outta this world.

Learned that The Great Northwest accepts all flavors of manlove.

Got tipsy and played Rock Band with the Schaffers in our PJs. Found out that Irina knows all the words to some terrible 80's rock song. "Love will find a way just give it time TIME TIME TIME TIME!"

Taught Lily how to put on makeup, the deliciousness of chocoate gelato, and how to say her favorite aunt's name .. "J!"

Fell in love with the Space Needle.

And then fell all kinds of in love with his face for the billionth time.

Shopped. Shopped. Shopped.

Vinyl. Vinyl. Vinyl.

Clothes. Clothes. Clothes.

Ate the very best breakfast at Pike's Place Market.

Thought I had coffee at the original Starbucks. Then while showing Kate my great shot of the "original" Starbucks, was quickly informed that it was indeed, not.

Ran out of gas while exiting the Interstate with the Nippers. Peed on the side of the road. Laughed uncontrolably. HAPPY BIRTHDAY KATE!

"Climbed" a mountian/waterfalls in peep-toed flats. Turns out Kate Nipper is always right. Tennis shoes are always the best option when exploring nature.

Thought for a brief moment that Aaron loved SWIRL! more than he loved me.

Showed Kate how to get Google on the phone and then how to Shazam all over the place.

Got lost in the West Hills, attempted to sniff a flower that was "too tight to smell," and tried to talk Kate through the worst gas bubble in the history of gas bubbles while she was driving. Ouch.

Sang Mates of State with the only person I know who really gets it like I do.

Figured out that I am not very photogenic.

Witnessed the beginning of a true man friendship, manship (?) between Matt and Aaron. I'm pretty sure they made love Boyz II Men style on top of a mountain.

Realized that I would go to the ends of the earth for these two.

Ate, drank, and was merry to the ultimate 90s playlist in the company of some of my favorite faces.

So, when are we going back?

RIP Mr. Bojangles

2010-04-27T16:32:00.003-06:00

Yesterday, Tuesday, April 27, 2010, my step-grandfather passed away. I will always consider Walter Stopak a grandfather. He stole my Mamaw's heart over 10 years ago on their first date. He took her out to dinner, then asked her to marry him and promised her he'd buy her a Cadillac all on the first date. She never got the Cadi, but I think she got something better instead.

Walter was one amazing man. He took care of my grandmother and taught her how to enjoy life. He would cook her every meal, mow her lawn, grow fresh veggies, and love all of her grandchildren as if they were his own. They lived in a cute house in Bossier that overlooked a park. The two of them loved to sit on the back porch, drink coffee, and enjoy being together.

He told us countless stories about his time in the "Force," and always let us know the latest gossip from the BX. He grew the best tomoatoes you will ever eat, and would always be interested in every single thing you have to say.

I know my Mamaw will miss him dearly, as will I.

Book It

2010-03-24T18:48:00.006-06:00

This past weekend The Boyfriend and I decided to have a mini getaway to Dallas. And by mini getaway, I mean an excuse to spend an entire day at IKEA, aka, HEAVEN ON EARTH. The plan was simple breakfast at Cafe Brazil (where I was determined to try something other than MIGAS!), and the rest of the day in IKEA.

After breakfast at Cafe Brazil (I had the veggie omelet - a new fav) and the millions of dollars we spent on tolls, we finally arrived.

We wanted to get a bookcase and some small things for the kitchen. We had a budget and a plan.

We found a few options for a bookcase, our minds exploded with ideas for the living room and bedroom, and I somehow managed to break a ceramic pot (whoops!). With two different bookcases in mind, we headed to the bottom floor. The Boyfriend had in his head exactly what we were going to get. A plain and simple bookcase. I, on the other hand, wanted the modular funky looking bookcase. I decided to let him win this one since his bookcase was cheaper and he was really making an effort to decorate.

As we were walking downstairs he informed me that this bookcase was going to be for all of our books and DVDs that don't have a home. Ahem, excuse me? We will NOT just shove books and DVDs haphazardly on a shelf. The argument continued as we tried to find the one he wanted. Lo and behold, they were sold out (I suppose all the men in the DFW area needed a place to pile all their crap). So, I won. We got the modular bookcase I've wanted for years.

And sure, it only holds a few books and the start of our new vinyl collection, but it is also the new home for all of my BIRDS!!!

Let me know what you think!

Also, after putting together the new bookcase, we decided to rearrange the living room.

Goals

2010-02-22T18:51:00.004-06:00

Put it down on paper - err, the Internet?

Here are my goals for 2010:

Start a vinyl collection
Purchase this new album for said collection.
Lost 15 pounds (see previous post).
PDX!!!!!
FINALLY pay off the credit card from hell.
Purchase a new car.
Go on lots of road trips with her face.
Redecorate my bedroom.
Finish Sopranos and LOST.
Learn to paint.
Teach Margot to roll over.
Ride bikes.
Learn to swim.

It's a good start.

6 weeks

2010-02-22T18:36:00.002-06:00

Last Wednesday I gave up alcohol and sweets (candy, cookies, ice cream, brownies, etc.) for Lent. This is going to be a loooonnnggg 40 days (don't forget Sundays! I swear I'm not going to cheat on Sundays).

In addition to giving up everything that makes me happy, I am going to work out Monday - Thursday for 6 weeks.

My goal? To lose 2 pounds a week for grand total of 12 pounds - 15 if I'm really lucky.

Here we go, y'all.

Snow Day!

2010-02-11T17:54:00.003-06:00

It snowed today! Almost ALL day! Unfortch, it didn't stick. But it's supposed to keep up all night.

Something about those white flakes falling from the sky that makes everyone feel like a kid again. I stood outside my building with my mouth wide open trying to taste the snow.

Tonight, I am staying in doing laundry, watching my stories, eating with my boy, and enjoying the rest of the snow falling from the sky.

SNOW!

this place

2010-02-10T18:07:00.002-06:00

i like this place i'm in right now. it's nice and cozy.

i'm not completely insecure. i'm not trying to win back the man i thought i loved. i'm not completely devestated that he doesn't love me back. i'm not so stressed at with work that i can't even enjoy the time i'm not there. i don't feel completely alone and that the world is against me. i'm not any of the things i was about 2 years ago.

see that girl in the picture up top? even though i was having a grand ol' time dancing with some of my favorite dance partners, i was one scared little girl.

today, i'm with someone who loves me just as much as i love them. i'm confident in who i am and starting to be confident in who i want to be. my work is good. although, i do wish i had a job that was more fullfiling and one that i was a bit more passionate about. i'll find that dream job one day. i love coming home to my precious pup and my wonderful boyfriend. i have the MOST fabulous friends in the world. things are just good.

hey, my credit card may not be paid off, and my checking/savings account isn't exactly where i'd like it to be, but i know it'll get there. i'll lose these extra TEN POUNDS i gained. it'll al happen. it's all happening.

i love my life and everyone in it.

Hi.

2010-02-01T22:55:00.004-06:00

WHAT?! Almost TWO months have gone by since my last post? Geeezzzz. Well the holidays happened.

I ate, partied, loved, welcomed, and had fun a million.

I'm pretty happy to see January go. I'm never a fan of that month. It's so depressing. Holiday hangover. It's damp, cold, and dark outside. Annndddd I was pretty much a bitch the entire month. Thankfully my cat doctor gave me some new meds that will hopefully make me not feel like a raging lunatic.

Today was the first day of February, and it was a pretty fantastic day.

I suppose a few good things happened in January:

Emily and I rededicated our Monday nights to The Bachelor.
Aaron and I set a date for our Portland trip in May.
We got Netflix.
Finally decided on curtains I like for my living room.
Decided that I am going to buy a new car once my credit card is paid off.
Did my taxes.
Hung out with my Lyd for an entire Saturday before she moves to New York.
Got an iPhone - WWWHHHAAAATTT?!?!
Ate at India's almost every day.
Chopped off my hair.
Said goodbye to The Late Show with Conan O'Brien. Tear.
Started working out again.
And my college roomie, JULES!, did this for me:

Bad Romance

2009-12-15T21:29:00.004-06:00

I really hate to admit ... BUT I am a HUGE fan of Lady GaGa.

It feels so good to let that out.

Sometimes I think she's too much, and sometimes she creeps me out, but that bitch is talented.

Something about her is so interesting, appealing, catchy, and I just can't get enough.

I'm pretty obsessed with this song/video.

Lady Gaga - New Music - More Music Videos

I'm caught in a bad romance.

Seeing People

2009-12-14T21:38:00.003-06:00

I was just reading my friend/sisssstterrrrrr's blog. She's a pretty amazing writer and her blog inspires me every time I read it.

Anyway, she wrote an entry about a girl she worked with that recently passed away. Apparently this girl was trying to make her life better from all the mistakes she had made in the past.

And Jess has this to say: allowing myself to see people for who they are today, not yesterday. because i work to be a new person almost every day.

I think I will do the same, Jess. Thank you.

Trust.

2009-12-08T17:16:00.002-06:00

Trust is probably one of the most difficult things to do. Trust someone with your life. Trust in a relationship. Trust someone when they tell you everything will be ok. Trust that a coworker will deliver a paper to the appropriate person. Trust someone when they tell you their dog won't bite your hand off.

It's in our daily life, and it never gets completely easy to deal with. To me, trusting someone is one of the most vulnerable things you can do.

It's hard hard work.

Indecisive

2009-11-13T22:21:00.002-06:00

Dear Shower,

I hate you. I know that can be harsh, but I've given you six whole months and you continue to disappoint. You don't drain. You can't decide if you want to be scalding hot or luke warm. You can't decide on water pressure. And I basically dread taking a shower every morning. I can't shave my legs. I can't take a warm relaxing shower after a long day because guess what? YOU SUCK!

Please try and shape up or I may have to ship out.

Love,

Jordan

LIST! LIST!

2009-11-11T20:54:00.005-06:00

Once again, things that make me happy:

John Mayer. Everything about him. EVERYTHING.
Decorating my apartment.
Target at Christmas.
Christmas.
Barnes and Noble at Christmas.
Most places at Christmas.
Planning vaycraytions to Portland.
Thanksgiving at Orange Beach.
Cherry Jolly Ranchers.
Chats with Lyd.
Cooking dinner for friends.
Hummus.
Pita chips.
Fall brews.
Long hair.
Working out (I've done it THREE days in a row).
Not having Swine Flu/sinus infection.
Vacation days.
Candles.
Clean sheets.
Margs when she's sleepy and cuddly.
Dallas trips.
My momma.
Photos.
Dinner dates with dad.
Sleeping next to this face.

Slipping into the Season

2009-11-10T21:05:00.004-06:00

Last night was the first time I've been to Target since the Bubonic Plague 2009. Aaron and I did a little grocery shopping and as soon as I walked in Target, Christmas hit me in the face. I couldn't be happier about it. The dish towels, decorations, picture frames, candy, cards, trees, ornaments ... I can't wait to buy them all. I warned Aaron about how serious I take Christmas. And that our apartment WILL be decorated. He better like it.

Then after oooing and aahhing over every little holiday item, Aaron bought me these slippers as an early Christmas treat. He's the breast.

Oink, Oink

2009-11-05T17:25:00.002-06:00

Let me just tell you how much fun having the Swine Flu is ... LOADS. After upper respiratory infection, H1N1, and a sinus infection one after the other, I can now say that I can't think of a better gift than that of a healthy body. I laid on my couch watched tons of talk shows and babies being birthed for two weeks. I think that's the only thing on TV during the day. Lots of babies being birthed. LOTS. And I think I now have a special place in my heart for Kelly Ripa.

Get those vaccinations, guys! Today is the first day in two weeks that I have felt like myself.

Fall Forward

2009-10-20T16:46:00.004-06:00

Generally, people associate spring with new beginnings. I like to think that fall is where everything starts fresh. You start school in the fall, new TV shows come on in the fall, and there is just this excitement in the air whenever the temps start to dip a bit.

I don't think spring has anything on fall. I'll take jackets and sweaters over sun dresses and flip flops any day.

Welcome, fall. I can't wait to make the most out of you.

BTW

2009-10-07T06:32:00.001-06:00

The no alcohol fast did not last long. Probably two weeks. However, we have significantly cut down on the amount of alcohol we purchase. I just have to have a cold one Fridays after work.

Return of the Jord

2009-10-06T20:11:00.003-06:00

Alright, I bet you thought I quit blogging. Turns out, I didn't. I've started and deleted several posts since August 4th. It seems that most of my entries are me talking about not blogging and then making a list of things that have happened. Well, folks, tonight is no different. I just can't seem to get into the groove like I once was. Perhaps that will change. Here's hoping.

So, want to know what's been going on in my life since August 4th? Well, I'll just tell you, in list form, of course.

Most of my time has been spent by participating in wedding activities for my cousin, Jessica. Dress shopping, dress altering, showers, showers, SHOWERS!, and up next a bachelorette party and shoe shopping! Then the wedding. Oct. 24. Mark those calendars. It's going to get wild.

Still have the precious pup. She is still driving me a bit mad. But every day she gets a little bit better. We succumbed to Margot's cuteness/whinyness and she now sleeps with us. Judge if you will, but it works for us. For now.

I had a shitty shitty week a few weeks ago. I won't go into why because if involves someone besides me. But it sucked. And then because said thing sucked my week sucked. And during that sucking week I cried. At a bar. In front of my ex-boyfriend. And his current girlfriend. Cute. I know. Probably one of the most embarrassing moments of my life. I am usually very composed and don't like to cause a fuss or draw attention to myself. But he just happened to ask why I had a bad day, and I just couldn't keep it in for the 2 seconds it would have taken to walk out of the bar. So, he got to hear about my sucky week through the gasps of breath in between ALL THE CRYING! Awkmo to the max.

I was sick for about a month. I am not sure if I was sick because I was down or down because I was sick. At any rate, after 61 shots in my back, and learning that I am, in fact, allergic to most trees, weeds, cats, and pretty much any dust and/or mite found inside your home, I am feeling better. Don't know if it's because I changed my attitude or because of the allergy meds, but life is good. Now, if I could get rid of these dang headaches, we'd be in big time business.

I had the best weekend in a long long list of weekends. One day it was the PERFECT weather outside. I enjoyed it with my pup and some good friends. The next it was a downpour. I stayed in my pjs with Aaron and ate pizza and watched Dexter until 4 in the afternoon. Not to mention I got to see the wonderful JULES! (my old college roommate and yes, her name has to be in all caps with an exclamation point because she's that amazingly fun) for dessert and shopping.

I've fallen in love with Aaron all over again. I know that's tote cheese ball, but it's true. I am just so happy with him. I know I haven't been easy to get along with recently, but he's just had the best attitude and knows I'll get through it. I love him. So, so much.

Oh, and this pretty lady is having a baby. And I can't wait. I've been assigned the task to make a mix cd for her new babe. It's supposed to be music he needs to listen to. Talk about pressure. It's taking me a long time to come up with artists and songs that will fit on one tiny cd.I can't wait to meet you, Merritt.

That's about it. I suppose that was a more detailed list than usual.

No Booze

2009-08-04T16:40:00.002-06:00

Starting yesterday, I decided to give up alcohol for a month (with the exception of my dear friend Megan's much anticipated, 21st birthday). After not being able to lose any weight and not saving any money, I thought why not start with cutting out booze. I'll save some dough and hopefully shed a pound or two. I gave myself a month or until I lose the first 5 pounds. Who knows how long it'll last. I sure will miss a nice glass of pinot grigio. It will just have to wait until September.

Aaron decided that he'd like to join in the fun, but we will see how long he lasts.

Waiter Rant

2009-07-28T17:00:00.003-06:00

This past Saturday Aaron and I went to my favorite restaurant. Since we are low on funds, we decided going in that we would try and conserve our money and split an entree, and I'd get a salad. Also, after looking at the wine list, alcohol would have to wait until we got home to that $10 bottle of pino grigio in the fridge.

We sat down and was greeted by a nice looking younger gentleman. He took our drink orders of iced tea. I could tell he was a little upset that we did not partake in any alcohol. He brought us our bread and drinks, and we placed our order. The waiter wasn't extremely friendly as I noticed he was with the other tables around us in this intimate restaurant. Our glasses became empty, but he did not come to refill. I got my salad, still no refills. He didn't come to check on us. Our food came out, still no offer for refill, and no scraping the bread crumbs off our table, as I noted he did for another table next to us. Finally I asked for a tea refill. He got another person to take care of it. Not once did he come check on us while we ate our entree. Not once. About 10 minutes after we finished he came to clear our tables. Didn't ask if we wanted dessert, which this place is typically known for. I told him we'd like some with some coffee. He was not nice, not attentive, and just not a good waiter. I believe it was all because two young people were sat at his table on a Saturday night. I looked around an noticed that the place wasn't packed. Had we not sat at his table, he would not have had anyone sit in our spot. He judged us immediately. Thought we weren't good tippers. Little did he know that Aaron and I are very good tippers.

I ended up giving him the benefit of the doubt. Maybe he was having a bad night. Maybe his boss was a jerk. I left him a $5 bill and will take my business across the river to my second favorite restaurant that has just as good food with a little more cost and a lot better service.

Summer 2009

2009-07-28T16:32:00.008-06:00

Hip, hip HOOOORRRRAAAAAYYY!

I finally got a cord for my camera. Now, you can see what I've been up to all summer.

Like saying goodbye to this little lady

Seeing the other love of my life

With my adorable mom

Eating at Juans

Throwing a birthday party for this cute boy

Smoking the hooka's regal tip with these fun people

Baseball gaming with my bff

Seeing his awesome face again

Picking blueberries

Getting this precious pup

Pub crawling across Shreveport

And Marshall Fam Vaycraytion 2009

Go here for more pics!

Introducing....

2009-07-07T19:08:00.009-06:00

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

2009-07-05T10:37:00.007-06:00

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

2009-07-03T21:19:00.003-06:00

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!

2009-07-03T16:41:00.003-06:00

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

2009-06-03T19:34:00.002-06:00

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

2009-05-05T20:59:00.002-06:00

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.

2009-04-27T16:29:00.004-06:00

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.

2009-04-08T21:25:00.002-06:00

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

free fun

2009-04-07T16:43:00.009-06:00

Aaron and I planned to see King Tut in Dallas last Sunday. We got really excited about it. Budgeted for it ... a little. Sunday came. We got up early and were dressed and ready to go by 9:15 a.m. I got online to check for directions, and I noticed something about buying tickets early. Turns out you can't buy tickets the same day.

We were sad for a second, and then decided to make the most of the beautiful Sunday in Shreveport.

After lunch with his parents, we headed to Riverfront Park where Aaron made me DEFY THE LAW by jumping a fence. We were almost blown away by the wind.

Then azaleas exploded all around Aaron.

And we made friends with a catfish.

Then we found some local celebrities outside the Municipal Auditorium.

After making all those friends, we took a stroll at Norton Art Gallery.

Then we took a drive around Cross Lake and had a snack (guacamole of course) at Cantina Laredo on the porch. Perfect day.

King Tut will just have to wait for a few weeks.

it's official

2009-04-02T17:00:00.004-06:00

I'm going to move in with Aaron.

I'M MOVING IN!!!

I told my dad today. It was a very short convo. I think he needs some time to process it. I am extremely relieved.

Aaron and I have been talking about decorating, furniture, and how Aaron needs to learn to pick up clothes off the floor and not leave beard hair in the sink. And I need to learn that if dishes don't get done 2.5 seconds after dinner, IT WILL BE OK!

I'm sure there will be lots of adjustments. But I am very excited. I've never lived with a boy, let alone a boyfriend. I've done lots of thinking about it. It wasn't a decision I took lightly.

I move in the second weekend in May, and I can't wait to tell you all about it.

more updates

2009-03-30T21:45:00.004-06:00

1. I am reading this book by this lady. And it's pretty much amazing. I want to be her when I grow up. I could go on and on, but I am just going to leave it at amazing. You'll just have to see for yourself.

2. I'm still obsessed with avocados. Tonight I had a chicken taco (made by my adorable boyfriend) and I put guacamole AND fresh cut avocados on it. THEN I had chips and guacamole as well as chips with fresh avocados on it. Obsessed ladies and gents.

3. I failed to mention on the last update post that I was in a wreck last month. It could have been a very bad accident. I am ok and so is Aaron. Moral of the story is that SEAT BELT SAVE LIVES. Seriously. Buckle up. My body would have been thrown through a windshield had I not been wearing mine.

4. I have been extremely gassy the past two days. It's not like I am a tooting machine or anything. Just gassy. Bleh. I blame MT.

5. I need a good, effective face washing regimen. Any suggestions? Apparently mine isn't cutting it.

6. I keep having dreams about people from high school.

7. I can't remember the last time I felt anxious.

8. Apparently my body hates the sun, and in the past year I have formed some kind of allergy towards those warm rays of golden sunshine.

9. Did I mention I love avocados.

10. I'm tired of hearing about the economy. Let's talk about kittens and sunshine instead.

Update Central

2009-03-22T15:59:00.003-06:00

1. It's spring and my heart is so happy, my allergies, on the other hand, are not.
2. I have a new obsession with avacados. I could eat them every single day.
3. I've stopped drinking coke. Not completely, but mostly. Movies and an extremely long afternoons are the exception.
4. I'm growing out my hair again.
5. I am so in love. Truly, madly, deeply Savage Garden style.
6. I'm moving in with Aaron in May.
7. I've paid off a quarter of my credit card debt.
8. Haven't lost a pound.
9. If I don't see John Mayer this summer in concert, I just may die of a broken heart.
10. I saw NKOTB with some of my favorite people, and it was amazing.

(Lindsay Adkins not pictured)

problem

2009-02-18T23:19:00.002-06:00

If they put that drama-queen Tatiana as a wild card pick in the top 12 then I just may give up on American Idol. Maybe not. But I certainly won't be happy about it.

Ugg, I can't stand her face.

Ouchies

2009-02-07T11:36:00.003-06:00

It seems that I may have kidney stones. I have to get a CT scan next week to find out for sure. All I know is that I have a dull pain in my side, and I don't feel like dong anything on this beautiful weekend. This blows, and I feel like complaining to anyone who will listen.

Wwaaaaaaaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaa!

good read

2009-01-27T18:03:00.005-06:00

I'm a pretty big fan of bad TV, but I'm an even bigger fan of people who enjoy it like me. Even if you don't watch these awful shows, you should check out TV Watch section on Entertainment Weekly's website. I really like most of their articles, actually.

Here is a recent post from this week's episode of The Bachelor. I've found the more terrible the show, the better the article.

I particularly like the Grey's Anatomy, The Bachelor, American Idol, and America's Next Top Model's recaps.

hope

2009-01-20T20:29:00.004-06:00

So, today was a pretty awesome day. Even though I didn't get a chance to watch the inauguration due to work and meetings, I was excited the entire day. During my workout at lunch I looked up on the TV screen and saw the Obama's walking the Bush's to the helicopter. Then as George Dubya stepped into that helicopter waved his last goodbye, and shut the door, I felt relieved. I think most of the country did.

I'm excited about the possibility of change. It's about time.

I'm proud to be an 'Merican.

Merry Christmas!

2008-12-24T19:55:00.002-06:00

I hope you have a merry holiday! (Please excuse the not so cute face)

Fit.

2008-11-24T23:09:00.003-06:00

Today I started my new fitness regime. Yep, I'm working out. And I have a semi-personal trainer. And a work out plan. Apparently I need to lower my body fat, and my BMI indicates that I am slightly overweight. Also, Curry (my personal trainer) says I have noodles for arms. The plan is to lose 11 pounds, but I'm shooting for 15. And I'd like to do more than 10 pushups.

Since my life isn't a big whirlwind of long-term relationships coming to an end, back to start then back to an end again AND I am not at a job where I am under an extreme amount of stress and pressure, my stomach likes to eat again. And it likes to eat a lot. Seems as if you don't have a bit knot tied up in it from stress and being upset there's room for food. I guess I'm fat and happy, but not for long. I refuse to buy all new clothes, and I refuse to continue to be a lazy bum.

Also, another change in my life will my my financial situation. The achievable goal is to pay off my credit card by March/April. My reward will be to take the money spent on paying credit cards and put it towards a trip to PORTLAND!

I'll let you all know how I'm coming with getting physically and financially fit.

put a ring on it

2008-11-24T12:56:00.004-06:00

If I had one wish right now it wouldn't be to win the lottery, go on a month-long trip through Europe, world peace, or even to get this country out of this economic mess. Nope, it would be to be able to move like Beyonce in this video.

Call me selfish. I don't even care. ARE YOU WATCHING THESE MOVES?!?! Hot damn.

bss is for lovers

2008-11-23T22:26:00.003-06:00

I'd just like to announce to everyone that I AM GOING TO SEE BROKEN SOCIAL SCENE!!!

Holy shit, I can't believe it. The boyfriend and I will venture to Dallas January 30 and get our minds blow. I can't fucking wait.

This will be my third time seeing them and Aaron's first. I'm popping that BSS cherry of his, and it's going to be incredible.

Seriously. Go see them if you get the chance. You won't regret it.

Whatever happened to my lunch box?

2008-10-26T12:29:00.005-06:00

The past few days I have been listening to a lot of old school John Mayer. Freshman year of college, anyone? These songs are just so dang good, and it has me on a major nostagic kick. I just want to jam to some Coldplay, Howie Day, and maybe some Guster thrown in there. Listening to John sing about St. Patrick's Day and 3x5s makes me think about morning naps between class, George Forman grilled ham and cheese, Ruffles and French onion dip, and singing Tenacious D the entire way to Lafayette.

This was SIX years ago.

sign me up.

2008-10-22T19:16:00.005-06:00

Recently I have become OBSESSED with staying in an overwater hut in Bora Bora. Did you hear me? OBSESSED. First I need to pay off my credit card, visit my Kate in Portland, move to Austin THEN save up enough money for Bora Bora.

OR.

You could pay for the vacation.

Please? Thanks so much!

happy things

2008-10-20T17:09:00.003-06:00

Fall.
The O.C. marathons -- Caaallliiiffooooorrrrnnniiaaaaaa here we coooooooooome.
Spending too much money at Old Navy.
New job.
Death Cab for Cutie.
Ned and Chuck.
Sunday picnics.
Hand holding.
Moose tracks ice cream.
Cowboy boots.
Leggings.
Cardigans.
PJs before 9:00 a.m.
Relationship blankets.
Pumpkins.
Cheese spread.
Cafeteria salads.
Ruffles - chips and fashion enhancement.
Boys in sweaters.
BBQ sandwiches.
Beasts.
And his face.

holy crap

2008-10-14T16:51:00.003-06:00

About a month ago I made the biggest decision of my life. I decided to quit my job of almost 2 years.

I had never been completely happy with my job, and in recent months I was growing to hate it. I was completely stressed out, and I didn't feel like I was doing good enough. I tried really hard, but it was never good enough. And honestly I didn't care. I wasn't passionate about it.

The stress was taking over me. From the moment I woke up until the moment I fell asleep I was stressed. I'd wake up with a terrible knot in my stomach. I'd go to sleep with that same knot. I'd try to forget about work at night and on the weekends, but the anxiety took over.

I was expected to work late hours and come in early (on my last week there I came in at 6:00 in the morning -- wish I was kidding). I know it may seem like I had the worst job ever. I didn't. It's a really good job, but it wasn't for me. I wasn't willing to make my job my life. I didn't want to make the scarifices.

So, I looked for something, anything else to do. I found a job. They hired me.

Then I almost shit my pants. Was I making the right decision? Would I like this new position? What if they are mean? Am I going to be good enough? When will I get paid? Ahhhh!

I mean I worked for amazing people who really cared about me and my well being, but they didn't know how unahppy I was. I walked down the hallway, shut my boss' door and let it all out. I told her I was offered a new job, and I would be leaving in 2 weeks and how unhappy I had been. I explained how I didn't feel successful and I wasn't passionate about my work. I was letting my clients down, my bosses down, and myself down. She completely understood and said she wanted me to be happy and thanked me for being so honest.

Two weeks later I started my new job. It's not my dream job (ACL Fest are y'all hiring?), but it's work that I think I can be successful at. And I am really enjoying it. That's all I really need right now.

lights out

2008-09-15T20:45:00.002-06:00

You never realize how much you rely on electricity until you lose it. I guess it's like that with most things. But electricity is seriously amazing. I am so glad that after 2ish days of no lights, AC, Internet, refrigerator, blow dryer, straightener, washing machine, and dryer, my life can get back to normal. I am not going to take this shit for granted. No more washing my face by candle light and holding a flashlight on my chest to be able to read my totally awesome book, Stori Telling by Tori Spelling (shut up, I like it).

Now, I am going to fully enjoy my electricity by watching The Hills (shut up again), surf the Internet, and sit in my 70 degree house.

explanation?

2008-08-07T19:23:00.004-06:00

I've experienced a shit ton of emotions the past month. Happy, sad, scared, anxious, nervous, loved, silly, fun, flirty, etc.

I feel it all, I feel it all as Miss Feist would say. I wish I could explain all of them in words on here, but some of them are too private and some this is just not the place.

I haven't forgotten you blogger world. Just trying to think of the words to describe what's been going on both good and bad (most of it pretty fucking amazing).

I'll be back soon, boos.

<3

Emoticon

2008-07-30T23:24:00.001-06:00

I can't stop smiling. Can't stop it.

:)

so, i met someone.

2008-07-09T17:48:00.002-06:00

And I think he's pretty awesome. He's funny, kind, thoughtful, smart, friendly, an excellent listener, and not a douche bag. He's tall, dark, handsome, and plays the guitar. He makes me smile pretty much every hour of the day. What more could a girl ask for, right?

Well, there is more. He sings the boy parts in Mates of State songs while I sing the girl parts. He likes Wilco and Broken Social Scene almost (ok maybe just as much) as I do. He understands my undying love for Jeff Tweedy and is ok with it.

He opens doors, buys my ice cream when I've had a bad day, and holds my hand. He picks me up for dates and doesn't mind that most dates include my friends.

He hates spiders but isn't afraid of roaches. Good thing spiders don't scare me, but just the mention of a roach and I am completely freaked out.

He is probably the only person on this planet that can touch my feet without tickling them.

He has the friendliest smile I have ever seen, and he does this thing with his mouth when he doesn't know what to say that is so adorable it makes me want to die. He says cute things like "gnarly punk band" and "So when can I call you my girlfriend." He sends me vomit worthy text messages every day and put me as his #1 friend on myspace.

He puts his hands in my hair/face when he kisses me, and it took him forever to finally grab my ass (sorry JJ and Matty!).

He claims he won't take me to see Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Part 2, but I know if I really wanted him to, he would. Just as long as I would promise to watch some horribly gross horror movie with him.

But the best part is that he thinks I'm pretty dang amazing too.

Yeah, I think I'll keep him around for a while.

all you gotta do it beach it up!

2008-07-08T18:35:00.003-06:00

This week the Marshall fam is taking a vacation to Orange Beach. We will be here until Sunday. Already it's an amazing trip. AND two of my best friends from high school who I never see anymore are down here on vacation too. Amazing. Right now I am blogging from the balcony looking out on the beach. I hope to blog a lot from the beach with family quotes, what's been going on in my life, and to just be all up in your face.

It's going to be a good week.

Hakuna Matata

2008-07-01T20:07:00.003-06:00

I pretty much love my life right now. It's amazing. I'm pretty stoked about how things are going, and I have been for some time now. Now, because you love it so much, a list of things that have contributed to me being oh, so happy.

Bartlett Pear candles from Bath and Body Works.
Late-night text messages.
Hazelnut iced-coffees from McDonald's even though they sometimes make my tummy hurt.
Spin the Pen.
Tuna salad, always and forever.
Saturday night Sprite runs/middle of nowhere drives.
Summer time.
Swings.
Getting $400 phones for free because you have the hook up.
Head scarves.
Eyeliner.
Kathy Griffin.
Mates of State.
This movie.
KFC.

Oh, and last but not least the return of Boyz II Men in my life.

dead, dead, dead

2008-06-26T20:31:00.001-06:00

I dropped my phone in Kool Aid tonight. And I am pretty sure it's a gonner. Please email your phone number to me at jordan21@gmail.com if you want me ever call you again.

RIP Palm Centro.

Aloha

2008-06-10T21:28:00.005-06:00

Last Thursday afternoon my phone rings:

"How much do you love me?"

"Umm ... Wait, are you driving?"

"I'm in Alabama."

"Are you coming to see MEEEEEEE?!"

"I'm dropping of Lindsay at my parents' and thinking about coming to Shreveport on Sunday to see some friends."

And he did. And the four of us drank Superior margs just like but not really at all like old times.

Have fun in Hawaii, friend.

At least I didn't fall this time.

2008-05-19T20:23:00.003-06:00

I saw Radiohead last night. Did you get that? I saw RADIOHEAD last night. It was amazing. I'll admit it, I am not the biggest Radiohead fan. Emily Turner, on the other hand, is. Do you know how awesome it is to experience a show like Radiohead with someone who enjoys Radiohead as much at Miss Turner does? I can't even explain it.

Here is the set list I found of all the songs they played last night. Go on, be jealous.
All I Need
There There
15 Step
Bangers and Mash
Nude
Pyramid Song
Weird Fishes/Arpeggi
The National Anthem
Dollars and Cents
Faust Arp
Videotape, A Wolf At The Door
Optimistic
Reckoner
Everything In Its Right Place
Idioteque
Bodysnatchers

Encore:
Fake Plastic Trees
Jigsaw Falling Into Place
House of Cards, Exit Music (For A Film)
The Bends

Encore 2 (that's right, they played two encores):
You and Whose Army?
Paranoid Android

D.C. to the Max

2008-04-28T14:32:00.004-06:00

Last Monday I returned from Washington D.C. where I saw one of my favorite faces on the planet, Miss LeAnn Russell. She moved up there in January and since she day she left I have missed her desperately.

I was only in D.C. for a few days, but let me just tell you I loved it. Maybe it was because LeAnn lives on G Street, or the fact that there are cute boys in suits walking everywhere, or perhaps that you can do tons of shit for FREE, or all of the Asians all over the place, whatever it is I think I found yet another reason to move to the East Coast.

My love for Asians was born in D.C. Matching bucket hats? Too cute for words.

Also a new hobby of taking pictures of other people's children. Creepy? I think so. Who cares.

Here is a list of fun things KLR and I did in our short time together:
-Ate delicious Mexican food, minus queso -- seriously who doesn't serve queso?

-Got tips and sang/danced our hearts out to 80s and 90s songs. I've blessed the rains down in AAAAAAFFFFRRRRIIIIICCCCAAAAAA!

-Saw the dino bones.

-Almost got trampled over by Anti-Nazis.

-Learned the fine art of asking strangers to take our picture.

-Witnessed a proposal .... and lingered a little longer than appropriate.

-Had a photo session with tulips.

-Fell in love with Abraham Lincoln.

-Got a little emotional at all the memorials, exhibits, wedding proposals.

-Hung out on/near the Capitol steps at night.

-Made up facts about D.C./Asian gardens.

-Discovered the best museum on the planet. It's called the Newseum and you should go to it before you die.

You can check out more pics here.

I can't wait to go back!

just like that.

2008-04-15T22:00:00.000-06:00

Happy tax day. Enjoy.

on my own.

2008-04-15T20:57:00.003-06:00

Umm Magnolia is the cutest person ever.

I can't tell you how excited I am about the new Matesies album. It's gonna be pretty much AMAZING. And they will be at ACL Fest! I am certainly going to be front and center dancing my ass off while my crush on Kori grows exponentially. Creepy? Just a little? Well, I can't help it if I think she's hot when she sings and dances. Who wouldn't think she is hot is my question?

across the house convo

2008-04-10T21:11:00.004-06:00

"Jordie, did your tivo tape the Rock of Love clip show?"
"Yeah."
"Good."

Does my dad rule, or what?

HEY! little kitty, you're so pretty.

2008-04-09T20:32:00.003-06:00

Lyd is right. Life is too short to be worrying who isn't calling you or who doesn't want to hang out with you or who isn't treating you right.

It's about the people who do call you. The people who want to know how your day was. The people who want to spend time with you. The people who treat you the way you deserve to be treated. Those are the folks who really matter.

Here's to more Lafayette lunches.

lost and found

2008-04-01T20:25:00.001-06:00

Got a new attitude. Trying it on for size. We'll see if it fits.

Can April 18 get here any faster?!

ASAP

2008-03-26T18:20:00.001-06:00

I need a new attitude. You know where I can find one?

five.

2008-03-18T20:55:00.002-06:00

5 things everyone knows about me:
1. I abreev and/or add sies to most words.
2. I can't swim, therefore I don't like anything to do in the water.
3. I rarely clean my plate.
4. I have a nice ass.
5. I am a terrible speller.

5 things few people know about me:
1. I can't stand it when people put any type of cotton or really any kind of material in their mouth. It makes my teeth hurt.
2. I've never smoked a cigarette. Nope not even one.
3. Toilet paper commercials completely gross me out.
4. I unintentionally take the longest route possible to get places.
5. I am extremely self conscious about my legs.

5 things most people don't know about me:
1. I am afraid of reading aloud in front of people.
2. I am exceptionally talented at hovering over a toilet.
3. I have to sleep with a glass of water next to me ... you know, just in case.
4. I tend to judge people solely on their smile. Bad smile, they don't stand a chance.
5. I slept with my Cabbage Patch kid, Angelina, until I was in high school.

long locks no more.

2008-03-17T21:20:00.005-06:00

I cut all my hair off!

You like?

It's perfect.

2008-03-16T20:36:00.001-06:00

Today was the most perfect day.
Perfect people.
Perfect places.
Perfect food.
Perfect swings.
Perfect music.
Perfect conversation.

Days like this should not be so few and far between.

another positive list

2008-02-17T12:56:00.002-06:00

These always make me feel better.

Here we go. A short list of things that make me happy:

Pretending to be a lead singer in Rock Band.
Car dancing to FOB.
John Mayer, always, every day of my life.
Long distance friendships.
Facing things alone.
Lydia Earhart.
Radiohead tickets - yep, I got some!
Manicures.
Touch screens.
Tuna salads.
American Idol.

Movin' On

2008-02-17T00:00:00.002-06:00

That's what I'm doing. I have to. It was a good try, I suppose. But apparently not enough, huh?

Deep breaths. It'll get easier each day.

I got this again, boo.

Amy Winehouse: Yes, Yes, Yes

2008-02-13T21:00:00.004-06:00

I don't care what Natalie Cole says. I think Amy Winehouse deserves her Grammys, dammit.

That album is amazing, and if you don't own it, then go buy it. And if you can't afford it, I'll burn it for you. I love it. I just hope she doesn't kill herself before I have the chance to see her in concert.

P.S. I miss KLR's face more than Amy misses her Blake incarcerated

be here now.

2008-02-07T23:15:00.000-06:00

I miss Sunday afternoons, laughing, talking, and bonding.

I miss COL high scores, sleep overs, Jim Miller Road chants, understanding, top 5 lists, talking points, face, love, tapes, and MOS cuddling.

I miss Old Navy trips, monkey gossiping, wedgies, plate tectonics, park days, editing, and candle lighting.

I miss tickle, tickle, outfit planning, shrimp busters, lunch dates, Weeds, sies, house hunting, car dancing, and exceptional friendship.

I miss John Mayer pump up sessions, room to room IM conversations, dance parties, Conan, and cough syrup chugging.

I miss road trips, pj pants borrowing, lazy mornings, DVD marathons, Saturday Sundown lunches, dancing, late night conversations, lip synching, and unconditional love.

five.

2008-02-07T21:48:00.003-06:00

Boo Hoo

2008-02-07T15:18:00.000-06:00

Every morning I wake up, get a shower, wash my face, and brush my teeth, turn on GMA and listen to it while I put makeup and get dressed. And 3 out of 5 mornings I tear up. Damn GMA. Whether it's a segment about a toddler surviving a plane crash or Robin Roberts walking down the runway and finally feeling pretty after battling breast cancer, I can't hold the waterworks back.

I don't shed a tear at Phantom of the Opera, but just turn on a little GMA and the tears can't stop flowing.

nights don't get much better than this

2008-02-05T23:11:00.000-06:00

-Coffee with Paul, Lane, and the Larys.
-Making plans to go to ACL Fest with Lydia.
-Talking about breakups and hookups with Dad, JJ, and Matty.
-Seeing that Wilco is playing a show in driving distance.
-John Mayer's ass.

true love

2008-02-04T20:32:00.000-06:00

This makes me happy.

leap year

2008-01-02T21:34:00.000-06:00

It's 2008.

It's going to be fun.
It's going to be weird.
It's going to be good.
It's going to be new.
It's going to be positive.
It's going to be grand.

Here's to 2008.

that's what she said.

2007-12-30T20:23:00.000-06:00

I can't stop watching The Office.

When it first came out I didn't want to like it. I ignored it. Even though John Krasisnki is absolutely amazing. No matter how many people told me how good it was or how many awards it received. In comes Emily Turner and her Office obsession. I swear she said I couldn't be friends with her if I didn't like the show. Ok maybe not. But I did start Tivoing the reruns on TBS.

Then ... this past weekend it all went downhill. I bought seasons 1,2, and 3. And really, I can't stop watching it. Really since Wednesday I have gone through season 1 and 2 and half way through with season 3. Why have I spent 10 or so hours in front of the tv? Maybe because I may have strep throat? Maybe because I don't have a life? Maybe because I like watching Michael Scott dancing? Maybe because I can't stop falling in love with Jim? Or maybe because the show is so freaking good. I think so.

Hug it out, bitch.

Mmmm

2007-12-18T17:19:00.000-06:00

Hi. I am still here. Not much to say, I guess. Or I am just lazy. Maybe a combination of the two.

I have become obsessed with Drumsticks and David Beckham. Can I have a piece of David Beckham's drumstick? Delicious!

ready, set, go.

2007-12-05T21:49:00.000-06:00

I'm ready to talk about it.

Let me break it down for you. Here it goes. Me putting it all out there.

Back in May a lot of things went down. I made a decision to try and fix my relationship with PCM. By doing that, I decided to take a break. That break became a bit more permanent than I expected. Like I said. He decided to do what was best for him, and I did what was best for me.

My life changed completely. My emotions were so raw, so real, so incredibly painful that I couldn't put into words how I felt. I just couldn't do it.

Let's get things straight I was not a very independent person. How was I going to live the rest of my life without him? We had so much fun together. It seemed like every part of my life he was a in it. Those pj pants. He bought them for me for Christmas. My favorite TV show. We used to watch marathons for days at a time. Friends. Over 60% of my friends were his friends too. I couldn't escape him. But I had to. See, that was the problem. I lost myself in him. I didn't know who I was without him. How did I get this far deep?

I got distracted with other things. I picked up the pieces of my heart and started my life as a single twentysomething.

I did things on my own. Sure, I missed him. But I was starting to like me. I'm a cool person. I figured out what I wanted to do with my life. Who I wanted to be. I had to make myself happy. Not worry about what made someone else happy.

I started to move on. I thought we were done. Never getting back together. I was fine, really. I was on my way to getting more than fine.

Then.

We saw each other.

A group of friends met at a bar. It was awkward seeing him. For the past few months he was just this idea in my head. In my head he stayed home every night and was sad about his life because I wasn't with him -- haha. He wasn't a real person who goes to the same bar as me.

I sat down. He sat next to me. I leaned over to ask him something, an hour later we joined back in with the group conversation. Chemistry was still there. Everything was still there.

It was all still there.

What did that mean?

We both didn't have a clue.

We talked some more the next night. Got shit straightened out. We kissed.

Yep, it was all still there.

We still didn't have a clue what to do. One big issue was still there. An issue with only one solution. We went on a few amazing dates. It was all still the freaking same. But I decided this dating business wasn't the right thing for me.

All or nothing, PCM.

You figure your business out, and I'll get mine.

So, we are friends right now. Friends with amazing chemistry and an amazing history. Friends is fine for now. Friends figuring it all out.

So, now the feelings aren't so raw. And I have enough strength to talk about it. I'm not scared shitless. I'm in a good place right now.

There you have it.

Awwww, SNAP.

BF

2007-11-15T21:44:00.000-06:00

Did you see Grey's Anatomy tonight?

You know one of the last scenes when Izzy walks into her house and George is sitting there? And she and George say something like this:

Izzy: I'm in love with this incredible guy, and we are having problems. And my best friend, he would know what to say to me about it. I need to be able to talk to my best friend.
George: Why isn't this easier?
Izzy: I don't know.
George: Well, I want my best friend back.
Izzy: Me too.

I know exactly how that feels. Exactly. I'm sure most people know what that is like.

The thing is that while it really sucks, you make a new best friend. You find a new person. Not right away, and it takes a couple of tries, but you do.

You make it. Just give it some time.

But sometimes you still just want your best friend back. And that's ok. Time will heal that, too.

see, smell, hear, taste ...

2007-11-04T21:35:00.000-06:00

There are a lot of pros and cons to being single. Sure, I am probably going to save a few hundred or so dollars at Christmas time. And, yeah, I don't have to worry about feeling guilty if I flirt with another guy.

And most of the cons I am fine with. Driving myself home after going out. Solution: talk on the phone or put on some really good music. Not sharing a bed. Solution: pile some pillows and cuddle up, or just spread out becuase I get the entire bed to myself.

But there is one con that is really bothering me. I blame it on my addiction of Pushing Daises and the one thing Ned and Chuck cannot do: touch.

No one touches me. No one hugs me on a regular basis. I don't have any hands to hold. I don't have any one to play with my hair. I don't have anyone to scratch my back after a long day. No one to lean on when my back hurts. I miss the invasion of personal space.

Come invade. Come scratch my back. Come hold my hand.

no, no, no

2007-11-04T00:25:00.001-06:00

Do you ever feel like you are just fooling everyone? That one day they are bound to catch on?

Yeah, me too.

I am the sober Amy Winehouse in a second life. I was born to wear that much eyeliner.

boo.

2007-10-25T17:08:00.000-06:00

All you need is love.
Love.
Love is all you need.

<3

burrrr rabbit

2007-10-23T20:46:00.001-06:00

It's freezing outside! Ok, so it's not freezing -- it's just barely cold. But jacket cold. Maybe heater cold if you are a pansy like me. BUT! It's not hot. It's not even mildly warm. Ok, I'm saying it's cold.

IT'S COLD! Yay!

Oh, and this weekend I am going with two of my favorite gals, MT and KLR, to Dallas. Woohoo! Be very jealous. We are going to shop, stay at a fun/semi-fancy hotel, eat, and go see Maroon 5 (don't make fun!). Yep, you should be very jealous. We are amazing, and you are sad that you aren't going with us.

seriously.

2007-10-21T16:39:00.000-06:00

I can't stop eating. Really. I. Can't. Stop.

The past week or so, I have been on a non-stop eating binge it seems. I'm blaming the womanly time of the month (tmi? sorry). This better stop soon.

What's for dinner?

beantown blues

2007-10-20T21:52:00.001-06:00

I miss Boston.

Watching the Sox win game 6 of the ALCS followed by this week's Boston Legal made my heart ache for that place. The Commons, Newbury St., Steak Bomb, Beacon St., Wrap, Charles River, cemeteries, the North End, crazy homeless people, accents, over-priced meals, The Upper Crust, CVS, scamming the mass transit, window shopping for clothes I will never be able to afford, the Pru. I miss it all.

I want to go back.

I need to go back.

This is probably my favorite spot in the world.

5.0

2007-10-15T20:15:00.000-06:00

Five years ago today I sent this text message -- "Can we talk?"
He thought I wanted to call things off.
Turns out, I wanted to call things on.
We had a really good 4.5 years. Amazing, really.
We are good now. Friends?
Maybe we will stay friends, maybe we will get back to "us." I'm not sure on that answer right now, but that's ok. We'll figure it out.
I am so lucky that for the past 5 years Patrick has been in my life. He has taught me so much about myself, about how strong I can be, about being a friend, about believing in myself, and most importantly how to have fun.

To five more years of here poochie poochie faces.

Season for thanks.

2007-10-14T21:24:00.001-06:00

Things I am thankful for today:
My amazing mom.
Lunch traditions.
Project Runway marathons.
Waking up early.
Good girlfriends.
The Beatles.
Mix CDs.
Vegetables.
Honesty.

I'm sure there are more. But those are the important ones for the moment.

<3

shut up

2007-10-11T21:13:00.000-06:00

Please. Just shut up.

I cannot stand it when people come in during the middle my favorite show and start asking questions. Especially when they haven't seen any episodes of the season. I cant take a simple question here and there, because, I even forget some stuff. But to come in being all loud and asking questions that you would have known had you watched any episodes at all and then repeat the question when no one has answered you. Don't you get it that we are trying to pay attention to the show, and I don't know it may be an important part? Just shut your face, please.

What's next? Asking me to sit down during a concert? Oh, yeah. Been there done that.

You know what I'm saying, b?

Can we watch the MOS dvd together curled up on a couch?