Music Video Thursday
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Today you get one of my all time favorite songs. She's a lady that needs no introduction. Just pure unabashed worship.
I give you, Nina Simone.
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I give you, Nina Simone.
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Sunday, May 24, 2009
Remember those White Chocolate Sour Cream Amaretto cupcakes?
And remember how I posted the recipe for the cupcakes and the frosting here in cyberspace?
Well, I recently made these bad boys again for our annual beach trip and this time I made the frosting myself. (Last time I used a co-worker's left over frosting.) Turns out milk is NOT an acceptable substitute. Stick with the half and half. Trust me. Major difference. And while we're amending things, I think the vanilla extract gives a sweeter taste than the almond extract. Just saying.
That's all.
Carry on then.
Twitter Dee Dee and Twitter Dah Dah
Friday, May 22, 2009
I don't do Twitter. But if I did, here are my hypothetical tweets or twits (or whatever they're called...)
- Eating salads proves to be inherently messy and I'm getting lazier with my salad manners. Should I care about the various bits of leaves and carrots dangling from my mouth while in the presence of co-workers?
- Why are Jon & Kate Plus Crazy on the cover of every magazine? I am tired of them. And so is the rest of America.
- Remember the Bane of My Existence? Well it has returned. With a vengeance! But I shall conquer it once more! Because I am a woman in possession of two opposable thumbs, so hear me roar!
- I recently met someone who flat out refuses to read. Anything. No magazines, newspapers, Internet, blogs, Playboy, books, books on tape, CD covers. Nothing, Nada, ZERO. I asked "Are you a vacation reader?" No. "Are you a once in a blue moon reader?" Never. "Are you a closet reader?" The door is wide open and there ain't no shelves for books. He said "I don't read. Period. I don't find it beneficial." To which I thought, thank ya Jesus I live in a republic and not a straight out democracy. Because that.is.scary.
- Summertime makes me very happy. VERY happy. It's all the vitamin D. I could never overdose on it.
- Twitter really suits the random minded (like myself) or the bored ...(also ...like myself.) This is why it must be avoided. I draw the line at you Twitter. But at least it will give Ashton Kutcher and me something to talk about now besides Oprah.
Music Video Thursday
Thursday, May 21, 2009
This lovely little clip is from the epic Bollywood film Jodhaa Akbar starring Somanna's fantasy wife Aishwarya Rai and Hrithik Roshan, another big Bollywood star. Musical powerhouse A. R. Rahman, from Slumdog Millionaire, composed the soundtrack for this film as well, which offers no surprise given his musical genius.
I haven't seen Jodhaa Akbar yet, but Somanna played this song for me and I am absolutely in love with it. I find it very calming and a great antidote to stressful days. Seriously, just play it a few times on a rough day. It will soothe your soul.
This scene depicts the moments before the two protagonists wed, as the holy men sing a song to praise Allah. You can learn more about movie here. Or just add it on to your Netflix Queue like moi! Who doesn't need a good ancient love story on a rainy weekend or ho hum weeknight?
Enjoy the lovely music and Happy Thursday!
Catch Up Blogging
Sunday, May 17, 2009
So we have some long overdue blogging. Forgive us, but life has been busy in a super fun way. So let's jump right in shall we?
Once upon a time, all the way back in early April, there was this holiday called Easter. With rabbits, eggs and Crucifixions, oh my! We headed to Staunton, Virginia to visit the family and good times of course ensued. The weather was a wee bit chilly, so that kept us indoors a bit more than we would have liked. But the dreary weather didn't stop this wee one from braving the elements.
My self esteem took a beating when I realized that a 2 1/2 year old can outlast me in cold weather. I am totally screwed if Survivor ever took an Artic theme.
Anyhoo, on Saturday, Bob Andrew, Somanna and I ventured into Harrisonburg to dine at Taste of Thai, which specializes in seriously fabulous Thai food. I hope the pictures will convey what words, sadly, cannot.
Bros before Ho's!
My Favorite Curry:)
Andrew drove us to Harrisonburg with his new permit skillz in the new-to-my-rents Lincoln town car. I opted to sit in the front passenger seat, trying my darndest to look as young as possible, quite a challenge when you are riding in the AARP's official mode of transportation.
Hey there little guy, I'm gonna need to see some identification if you want that Senior Citizen discount!
And since I opted to sit up front, it thus became my responsibility to supervise Andrew's driving. I actually had a tough time with this because a.) Andrew's a good driver and b.) that town car is one smooooth ride. Bob & Somanna passed out five minutes after we got on the interstate. Meanwhile I'm peeling my eyelids back Joan Rivers style trying to stay awake. Thanks for the support fellas!
After we returned from our scrumptious meal, we lounged around and shot the breeze. Later on we watched Bolt, a super cute and very funny animated film. Sunday we went to church and afterwards celebrated Elder Bob's birthday with some homemade carrot cake.
In case you were wondering, uh YES, it was as good as it looks!
Overall, we had a nice relaxing trip and it's always fun to hang with la familia.
Plus Bob & Rosie shared with us, rather Joe shared with us, that they are indeed knocked up so for those of you counting that's baby # 4 and we are all hoping for a girl! Because believe me, they have run out of boy names that they can agree on.
Congrats yall and yay for babies!! (from other people! Yay!!)
Music Video Thursday
Thursday, May 7, 2009
I long to be a Bollywood Extra. I could totally rock out these moves. Somanna gets mad when he sees me practicing, but I tell him to be grateful his wife is so embracing of his culture.
Aging & Crankiness
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Age-induced crankiness has been rearing its wrinkled head lately.
Por Ejemplo, Saturday I called up the lovely ladies at Bare Minerals to inform them that while I love their product, I have enough to last me until the Messiah cometh and therefore I would like to cancel my reoccurring shipments and just order when I run out.
The following absurdity, I mean conversation ensued:
Sales Lady: Thank you Ms. Witch for calling. I have your account pulled up and see that you are already scheduled to receive a shipment every six months, which means your next shipment is not scheduled until August 2009. Now six months is our maximum limit.
Me: Yes, I saw that online. Which is why I'm calling you because really I don't think I'm going to run out before then, so I'd rather just cancel it and order when I run out.
SL: I see. And do you use the product everyday?
Me: Yes, I do. But I really have enough.
SL: (in a quiet, condescending tone) And how much coverage do you use?
Me: Well I'm not as ugly as I sound, so I like to think it doesn't take that much.
SL: Oooohh, so you use a light coverage? A more "natural" approach?
Me: Yes. And I detect your skepticism there Tammy Faye.
SL: Hmmm. (pause) Well, you do receive 20% off your purchase as a club member and if you were to cancel, you would lose that discount.
Me: (exasperation setting in) That's fine.
SL: Aww are you sure? Because that would that quadruple your price and you wouldn't be able to continue receiving your discount.
Me: Yes, I understand this concept. I am quite familiar with it actually. I believe its called a sale. But no thank you.
SL: (ignoring my futile refusal) One way for you to maintain your club membership status would be when you receive a package, simply mark it as return to sender and we will refund all charges because we do back our product with a money back guarantee for all purchases. Then you would not receive another installment until February 2010.
Me: That sounds like a lot of work. Really I just want to cancel this. When I run out, and if I've managed to recover from this call which is highly ticking me off, you'll still get my business.
SL: Do you wear any other make up? Eye make up or lip wear?
Me: No, I prefer to frighten small children. Thank you, but I'm not interested. I just want to cancel this.
SL: Oh ok, no problem Ms. Wykee, I'll be sure to get your request processed. Now do you have a skin care routine?
Me: Seriously? NO. I do not. I am an unabashed hippy and vanity is evil multi-billion dollar industry that exploits the environment, while devastating Western white girls self-esteem.
(guilty pause)
I prefer Estee Lauder.
SL:And are you happy with their product?
Me: No, my face swells in horrid red whelps. But once the redness fades, I like to think of it as "at home Botox." Listen, can I just cancel this? I really have to go.
SL: Oh yes Ms. Wysh. I canceled your order several moments ago.
(I swear I could hear her blinking over the phone. Crickets chirped while I reminded myself to count to ten, in Spanish, so that my blood pressure would subside. I also tried to smile in a Wednesday Addams sort of way, so as to avoid future wrinkles which will inevitably require more of this beauty product to cover up. And thus more of these ridiculous conversations.)
SL: Would you like your confirmation number?
Me: (in my best Bea Arthur growl impersonation) Yes.
SL: Ok well here it is: d0mba8s*. Thanks for calling!
Bitch!
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