Jan 10
Sunday Somethings, 10Jan10
Others writing the Sunday Somethings: Kerry
Something that made me happy this week: Hanging out with friends i don’t normally get to spend a lot of time with.
Something i struggled with this week: Relationships can be hard.
Something tasty i ate this week: Imitation IHOP pancakes - i was given a recipe book that had recipes mimicking restaurant recipes. They aren’t the same, but they’re darn close.
Something i learned this week: It’s a good idea to bring a gift to a baby shower even if you’re told not to.
Something from the bridge table: We’ve been talking some about falsecards. Here’s a description of one that caught my attention this week. Declarer holds AK8x opposite QT7x. If you hold J9xx “onside” then you should drop the 9 to try to convince declarer to play the suit differently than the normal way.
Some things i am doing towards my goals:
Something i am reading: The Help by Kathryn Stockett. I thought i still had weeks to go, but it was surprisingly waiting for me at the library Saturday morning.
Something happening around the house: We got up early today and have done nothing but drink coffee and play video games. Is that wrong?
Something i am thinking: Went to a baby shower yesterday and got a glimpse of both how wonderful and how chaotic life will be with kids.
Something i am looking forward to next week: Going to see The Young Victoria with friends (not with Lance - he can’t stand movies like that).
Something i am hoping: To figure out a sense of purpose for this year. I don’t feel like i’m working on anything in particular. I guess i need some new projects.
Something random: It’s been two weeks since my last blog post. Yes, i’ve been lazy. A few people have asked about it, though, so at least i know people are reading!
Something captured: Lots of stars in Mario 64 (played through the Wii Virtual Console).
January 10th, 2010 at 6:21 pm
Ha! Your “something learned” made me laugh!
I brought a gift, but it was just diapers/wipes as instructed b/c I didn’t sign up for a meal. And sorry for exposing you to the chaos of kids. I’m pretty sure my middle child played a big role in that! 
January 11th, 2010 at 11:56 am
people actually go to the library?!
January 11th, 2010 at 1:36 pm
Yes i rediscovered the library maybe two years ago. It’s awesome! You can request any book you want online and they’ll bundle your requested books together then send an email saying “i’m ready, come and get me.” Sometimes you have to wait, of course, but at least you never go looking for a book and then not find it. I have definitely spent less on books. I was surprised at just how crowded the library usually is!
January 11th, 2010 at 1:37 pm
It wasn’t a bad chaos. It was just, well, different. I did enjoy interacting with the kids, though.
January 12th, 2010 at 8:42 am
Glad you’re back!
January 12th, 2010 at 5:13 pm
I’m glad the Somethings are back this week. I missed them last week! I think you did the right thing with the baby shower
I hope you are enjoying The Help - I liked it! Glad you were able to get it in time (well in advance really!).