Almost February. Where did the month go?
Last night, M & I ventured into Manhattan. We hit Midoma's new art opening party and mingled for a bit. After the party, we took two cabs (there were nine of us) and headed towards the West Side. Well, more like Harlem, since it was 131st Street and 12th Ave. We ate at a new place called Dinosaur Bar-B-Q. Elliott, one of Marianna's Syracuse friends, did the artwork for the restaurant, so we wanted to check it out. And of course, I wanted to try the food.
We had a good time. I had the pulled-pork sandwich with a side of fried green tomatoes and washed it down with a homemade root beer. I tell you, it was pretty darn tasty. I didn't have room for dessert after that.
Tomorrow is my first class of the spring semester. I can already feel myself getting stressed over it. I met with my project partner, Melanie, to discuss our plan of attack. We met over brunch at Le San Souci, this EXCELLENT French bistro right around the corner from our apartment. The absolute best coffee and crepes. Oh, and fresh bread. Yummy!
So, earlier I promised a link to the website I did for my SciTech course. Here it is. Promise not to laugh. Remember, I am not a web designer. It doesn't have to be pretty, just easy to navigate and understand. This site won't be up forever. I will probably use the space for another project.
Monday, January 31, 2005
Saturday, January 22, 2005
1.22.05
Let it snow. NYC is expecting anywhere between 12 to 14 inches by tomorrow afternoon. Lucky for me, I love snow. And so does Zero. We took him out early and he had a blast running full speed through snow banks. He is so hilarious to watch.
As you may be able to tell from the previous post, I attended the ALA Midwinter in Boston last weekend. I got into Boston on Thursday night and left Tuesday morning. I had a great time, but it was so damn exhausting. There were so many exhibits and so many free or really cheap books, my head was spinning.
I attend several meetings and met up with a few librarians for breakfasts and lunches. All and all, a very nice time.
I also got to spend quality time with family (Mandy & Adam) and was able to break away for a nice dinner with Gina on Saturday night. We went to a great little upscale Mexican restaurant named Casa Romero. I had the Chicken Medallions Stuffed with Cactus & Cheese served with a Mole Poblano Sauce . Very delicious and I must say I have never eaten cactus before.
Well, the spring semester starts in two weeks. I am dreading this thesis project. We are actually supposed to call it a project, not a thesis. The only differences are that we don't have to defend the project and we can work with other people on it. I guess the faculty feels that because librarians often work in groups, why not start learning how to work with others now. Not sure if I completely agree. I will let you know more about how I feel once the project is finished.
Tomorrow, I will venture out into the snow again and take a few photos to post.
Stay warm!
As you may be able to tell from the previous post, I attended the ALA Midwinter in Boston last weekend. I got into Boston on Thursday night and left Tuesday morning. I had a great time, but it was so damn exhausting. There were so many exhibits and so many free or really cheap books, my head was spinning.
I attend several meetings and met up with a few librarians for breakfasts and lunches. All and all, a very nice time.
I also got to spend quality time with family (Mandy & Adam) and was able to break away for a nice dinner with Gina on Saturday night. We went to a great little upscale Mexican restaurant named Casa Romero. I had the Chicken Medallions Stuffed with Cactus & Cheese served with a Mole Poblano Sauce . Very delicious and I must say I have never eaten cactus before.
Well, the spring semester starts in two weeks. I am dreading this thesis project. We are actually supposed to call it a project, not a thesis. The only differences are that we don't have to defend the project and we can work with other people on it. I guess the faculty feels that because librarians often work in groups, why not start learning how to work with others now. Not sure if I completely agree. I will let you know more about how I feel once the project is finished.
Tomorrow, I will venture out into the snow again and take a few photos to post.
Stay warm!
Thursday, January 20, 2005
Wednesday, January 12, 2005
01.12.05
M and I went to a screening of "Sideways" at the Directors Guild Theater in Manhattan. After the movie, there was an open discussion with the main actor, Paul Giamatti, and one of the screenwriters, Jim Taylor. Thomas Haden Church was supposed to be there, but his plane was delayed.
We both enjoyed the film. It was not the best movie of all time or anything, but I laughed throughout. I didn't feel that I got to know the characters very well, but I enjoyed the "falling apart" of the friends' relationship. I have had several similar relationships where you really have nothing in common with this person, other than history. Sounds like family, right?
The discussion afterwards was interesting, but I think it would have been better if more of the cast had been there. More lively or something.
We both enjoyed the film. It was not the best movie of all time or anything, but I laughed throughout. I didn't feel that I got to know the characters very well, but I enjoyed the "falling apart" of the friends' relationship. I have had several similar relationships where you really have nothing in common with this person, other than history. Sounds like family, right?
The discussion afterwards was interesting, but I think it would have been better if more of the cast had been there. More lively or something.
Monday, January 03, 2005
01.03.05
Happy New Year!
First, I want to say that I am thinking often of all the people affected by the natural disaster in Southeast Asia. I plan to donate money to the Red Cross in order to help. It is in times like these that I am so grateful for my home, family, and friends. I hope that the new year brings hope and happiness to everyone.
On to happier thoughts.
We had a nice holiday. I was sick for part of the time with a nasty virus that has been going around. Micah had it before me and I think he caught it from people at his work. Bastards should have stayed home!
My birthday was pretty uneventful, except for the extreme cold and snow on the 20th. I received money and a nice Japanese knife. The knife is for cooking. Don't get the wrong idea; I don't have a weapon fetish or anything.
For xmas, we received many gift certificates, cash, and a few presents. I got Micah some snow boots, a scarf, and some socks. How romantic! I received a new digital camera. I actually got the camera back in October, but said that it would be my xmas gift.
Mark & Agata came over for Christmas dinner. I made a roasted rosemary chicken, cornbread dressing, homemade mac & cheese, and a coconut custard pie. The pie was the first custard pie I have ever made, and I must say it was pretty tasty. The dinner turned out well, except that I felt ill towards the end of the evening. That was the beginning of symptoms of my virus.
I stayed in bed all Sunday and most of Monday. Great 4-day weekend, right? I went back to work on Tuesday and Wednesday. My second 4-day weekend was much better. Not too much excitement, but at least I wasn't sick.
New Year's Eve -- We traveled out to Brooklyn, Park Slope to be exact, to visit Mark & Agata. We had never seen their place. Very cute and great location (right across from Prospect Park.) We had dinner, drinks, and games (Scrabble.) Oh, and fireworks in the park. Fun times. We headed back to Queens around 2am, and because of the slow-ass G train, didn't get back until 3:30am.
So, that is it for now.
First, I want to say that I am thinking often of all the people affected by the natural disaster in Southeast Asia. I plan to donate money to the Red Cross in order to help. It is in times like these that I am so grateful for my home, family, and friends. I hope that the new year brings hope and happiness to everyone.
On to happier thoughts.
We had a nice holiday. I was sick for part of the time with a nasty virus that has been going around. Micah had it before me and I think he caught it from people at his work. Bastards should have stayed home!
My birthday was pretty uneventful, except for the extreme cold and snow on the 20th. I received money and a nice Japanese knife. The knife is for cooking. Don't get the wrong idea; I don't have a weapon fetish or anything.
For xmas, we received many gift certificates, cash, and a few presents. I got Micah some snow boots, a scarf, and some socks. How romantic! I received a new digital camera. I actually got the camera back in October, but said that it would be my xmas gift.
Mark & Agata came over for Christmas dinner. I made a roasted rosemary chicken, cornbread dressing, homemade mac & cheese, and a coconut custard pie. The pie was the first custard pie I have ever made, and I must say it was pretty tasty. The dinner turned out well, except that I felt ill towards the end of the evening. That was the beginning of symptoms of my virus.
I stayed in bed all Sunday and most of Monday. Great 4-day weekend, right? I went back to work on Tuesday and Wednesday. My second 4-day weekend was much better. Not too much excitement, but at least I wasn't sick.
New Year's Eve -- We traveled out to Brooklyn, Park Slope to be exact, to visit Mark & Agata. We had never seen their place. Very cute and great location (right across from Prospect Park.) We had dinner, drinks, and games (Scrabble.) Oh, and fireworks in the park. Fun times. We headed back to Queens around 2am, and because of the slow-ass G train, didn't get back until 3:30am.
So, that is it for now.
Sunday, December 19, 2004
12.19.04
One hour until my 29th birthday. Well, I think I was actually born around 8:00 in the morning, so I will probably be standing on the subway platform when this event takes place.
We have been popular this holiday season. Five party invitations in two weeks. Three were held on the same night, so we could only make it to three in total. All were equally fun, but the one last night lasted until much later and had a different vibe. Probably because M's sister and her husband were in attendance. That isn't a bad thing, just different. It was an interesting night that didn't end until around 4am. There were a few very memorable moments, but I won't speak of them. The fewer people that know of them, the better.
I am ashamed to say this, but I couldn't tell you the last time I was out that late. My schedule is totally off now.
Sorry this is a short post, but I promise to make up for it once I have finished my last paper for the semester and I am enjoying my two 4-day weekends.
We have been popular this holiday season. Five party invitations in two weeks. Three were held on the same night, so we could only make it to three in total. All were equally fun, but the one last night lasted until much later and had a different vibe. Probably because M's sister and her husband were in attendance. That isn't a bad thing, just different. It was an interesting night that didn't end until around 4am. There were a few very memorable moments, but I won't speak of them. The fewer people that know of them, the better.
I am ashamed to say this, but I couldn't tell you the last time I was out that late. My schedule is totally off now.
Sorry this is a short post, but I promise to make up for it once I have finished my last paper for the semester and I am enjoying my two 4-day weekends.
Tuesday, November 30, 2004
11.30.04
With December almost here, I thought I would give you a link to Dickens' A Christmas Carol. This is offered through Project Gutenberg. If you haven't checked this site out, you should.
http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/46
http://www.gutenberg.org/etext/46
Friday, November 26, 2004
11.26.04
Hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving. We stayed home and had a nice roasted chicken with mirepoix and for dessert, whipped pumpkin pie with ginger streusel. I was so happy that it turned out well. It was my first time roasting a chicken and my first time making a pumpkin pie. I am not a pumpkin pie fan, but Micah loves them. It wasn't a basic pumpkin pie, so I thought it was tasty myself. So did Zero.
We put up our tree this year. We haven't done this in four years. I have just never been in the mood to put it up and was always afraid Zero would go after the ornaments. So far, so good. It is an antique aluminum tree (1956 in its original box), so Zero doesn't bother with it. The ornaments are all shiny too, so I think he is a little afraid actually.
I was doing some research online, trying to get some gift ideas and I came across this anti-Barbie site for Feral Cheryl. I laughed about it, but the doll makes more sense than Barbie. I just can't imagine any of my cousins playing with it.
We put up our tree this year. We haven't done this in four years. I have just never been in the mood to put it up and was always afraid Zero would go after the ornaments. So far, so good. It is an antique aluminum tree (1956 in its original box), so Zero doesn't bother with it. The ornaments are all shiny too, so I think he is a little afraid actually.
I was doing some research online, trying to get some gift ideas and I came across this anti-Barbie site for Feral Cheryl. I laughed about it, but the doll makes more sense than Barbie. I just can't imagine any of my cousins playing with it.
Sunday, November 07, 2004
11.07.04
Just for the record, I voted for Kerry. If you know me at all, that isn't a surprise to you.
I also would like to admit that this was the first election that actually made me sick to my stomach and eventually led to a crying fit in the Butler Library 3rd Floor bathroom.
Is it just me, or does it seem that we really haven't come very far since the Civil War?
I know this has been mentioned before, but isn't it telling that the states MUCH more likely to be hit with another terrorist attack went to Kerry?
I also would like to admit that this was the first election that actually made me sick to my stomach and eventually led to a crying fit in the Butler Library 3rd Floor bathroom.
Is it just me, or does it seem that we really haven't come very far since the Civil War?
I know this has been mentioned before, but isn't it telling that the states MUCH more likely to be hit with another terrorist attack went to Kerry?
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