Dumb-Dumb(s) of the Week: Weed Catapult

U.S. surveillance cameras caught some Mexican drug smugglers catapulting marijuana across the border to the U.S. I guess the smugglers aren't THAT dumb because it's actually pretty smart and they got away without being caught. I think the solution to this would be to legalize the green stuff and then there would be no need to catapult it over!

More Snow

This has been the snowiest winter I've had in NY. The first snow storm, I got stuck at home and Chicago and since then, we've had snow once a week. The first storm put the city at a standstill, and Mayor Bloomberg was highly criticized for how he dealt with it. So since then, he's really picked up the pace. Last night, there was another 12 or so inches that came down, and when I woke up the snow had mostly been swept aside. No snow day for us today :(

Another Birthday Celebration

Had a lovely time for Courtney's 26th Birthday the other weekend! We went to Cafe Mezcal for some tacos, had some yummy drink concoctions, and enjoyed the awesome music. Afterward, we headed off to The Eldridge for some drankin' and dancin'. I love celebrating Birthdays!

Culture Club Volunteers

Some of my co-workers and I started a little group called "Culture Club" where we participate as a group to enjoy NYC more and become more "cultured". There are tons of things to do in this city, but sometimes you need some friends to do them with. Not only do we go to shows, find new restaurants, go to baseball or basketball games, but we also read books and push one another to be healthier. Our new venture is to volunteer. We signed up to become volunteers at New York Cares. We have orientation in February and then we will be able to sign up for various events around the city. This is something I wouldn't have done without a push from others, but I know it will be rewarding.

I must also mention that our club drink is the "Pickle-back" (a shot of whiskey with a shot of pickle juice for a chaser)

"Bowlin....Flossin"

I went bowling for the first time in NY last Saturday for a Birthday shin-dig at Bowlmor Lanes on 44th St. I've never been a big bowler, but I certainly enjoyed it. Why did it take me so long to go?!

It's a "bummer" kind of day....sigh

Where do I see myself in 5 years? I often tell myself that I could move closer to home (maybe Chicago or Indy), but then I can't imagine being so far away from NYC. How can I leave this amazing city? But in 5 years, I hope to be married with a baby, and being closer to home would be better when I have a family of my own. So until then, I need to take advantage of this fabulous city!

iPhoto and Atticus

Christmas was the first time I got to see Atticus walk (or run), talk, and play. He is almost 2 years old and is already sooooo hilarious. Look at this photo I took of him playing with the webcam. He loved making faces. I just love seeing him grow-up!

Cross-dressing?

My friend Eryc says his style (which is fabulous BTW) is often inspired by women's wear. I told him that I usually take my fashion cues from stylish men. I am a girl who likes to dress more like a boy (with a feminine flare)...just like these gentlemen on Stylesightings.

Goodbye 2010!

2010 was a pretty good year albeit not the most eventful one yet. However, I still have my health, my job, my family, and my friends and that is what means the most to me.

What do I look forward to the most in 2011? Getting into shape, a job advancement, my cousin's wedding, 2 weddings of very good friends, a new niece or nephew in February, and a possible engagement??? YEH to a new year with new possibilities!

Long Journey Home

I will admit that I was luckier than most, but like many people this past week, my flight back to New York was filled with lots of uncertainties. I was fortunate enough to be "stuck" in Chicago for some time, where I got to catch up with girly-loves (so basically, I had a free vacation).

After many delays and cancellations, I made it home. To make things better, I was in First Class on an international plane, which meant the seats laid all the way back (like a bed). My journey home could have been waaaayyyyy worse.