I need to get "away" once a week. That means doing different things and seeing different sites. I do this best all alone. Then I can stop and turn when I want without having to justify or explain to another person. Drove down to a movie theater I have been to before to see an "art film"...Still Alice. Stopped at a new restaurant on the way down. Johnnie's breakfast and lunch in Mays Landing had juke boxes on the walls. They were not working but still. Did we ever dream that someday we would all be carrying around tiny jukeboxes of our own in our pockets?
The theater is out of the way. In fact there is no way to get back on the highway going the direction I wanted to go in. The cost of the Senior citizen ticket was 75 cents less than the Regal in Vineland. The cost of the popcorn was $1 MORE. I bought a box of candy for $4.01.
I liked that they had the name of the movie and the starting time above the door of each theater. Also the theater was WARM. (I haven't been warm in days!) There was a bird in there but he didn't attack anyone. The theater sits all alone in a big parking lot bordered by woods. There is an Outback steakhouse out there next to it. I will definitely be going back even though it takes over an hour to get there. On Tuesdays, you can get in for $6 before 6 PM.
The strange library (book), by Haruki Murakami. Seems like it should be young adult, but it wasn't at the Vineland Public Library. Translated from the Japanese, it is like an art book, with a page of type across from a design. The type is like really huge typewriter type and the pages fit in a fold. Of course, I had to get it because it about a LIBRARY. Kind of a fantasy library adventure of a young boy.
Showing posts with label restaurants. Show all posts
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Thursday, February 19, 2015
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
My trip to North Carolina
Cedar Creek Cabins, Black Mountain, North Carolina: Discount during November, all cabins $100. All you needed was provided. Friends has a more charming cabin, called the Bear's den. Ours was bigger, the Highlander. Electric heaters in each room, nice fake fireplace. Rocking chairs and glider on the porch. We had two bedrooms and a single bed in the living room. I liked the twig furniture outside, the labyrinth, the bubbling brook. The Bear's Den had a sliding glass window/door in one bedroom overlooking the stream.
Louise's restaurant, Black Mountain, North Carolina: Restaurant in an old house, with tables on the porch outside as well. You place your order and then they deliver it to your table. Interesting, natural foods and cool looking people.
Shoney's restaurant, Hillsboro, Virginia: We enjoyed the buffet at this place. Yummy mashed potatoes, fried fish, tarter sauce, banana pudding.
Louise's restaurant, Black Mountain, North Carolina: Restaurant in an old house, with tables on the porch outside as well. You place your order and then they deliver it to your table. Interesting, natural foods and cool looking people.
Shoney's restaurant, Hillsboro, Virginia: We enjoyed the buffet at this place. Yummy mashed potatoes, fried fish, tarter sauce, banana pudding.
Monday, June 30, 2014
Getting kicked out...again
Thought it was nice that the library had put up a sign saying that the printer was broken. (They are never that thoughtful). Once I was in here, though, it seems that another printer is working. When I mentioned it to the librarian, she referred me to the circulation desk. Grrr...I give up! Am getting kicked out of the lab as there is a class happening in here at 2 PM.
Seeking peace (audio book): chronicles of the worst Buddhist in the world, by Mary Pipher. I kept thinking that maybe I had read if before? The author describes how her success brought her into a life style which was ruining her life. Her most successful book was Reviving Ophelia. She doesn't really go into the subject of her books at all. In the end, I did enjoy it, although I thought it went on too long. (AUD CD B PIPHER) Got it from the Vineland Public Library.
Feeling like a party pooper. Complained to a friend about a restaurant that he likes (Sweet Lula's in Pitman, NJ). To me it was just CACOPHONY. The are playing a movie on the wall (Little Rascals in black and white). The room is filled with large groups of people drinking and being very rowdy. Then, the hostess commences to sing and she has to sing really LOUDLY to overcome the noise of the patrons. I was with a group of five and we could barely hear each other talking. This, to me is not fun. So, I guess I AM a party pooper. Spend my time trying to AVOID parties and social situations, unless I know the people well.
Seeking peace (audio book): chronicles of the worst Buddhist in the world, by Mary Pipher. I kept thinking that maybe I had read if before? The author describes how her success brought her into a life style which was ruining her life. Her most successful book was Reviving Ophelia. She doesn't really go into the subject of her books at all. In the end, I did enjoy it, although I thought it went on too long. (AUD CD B PIPHER) Got it from the Vineland Public Library.
Feeling like a party pooper. Complained to a friend about a restaurant that he likes (Sweet Lula's in Pitman, NJ). To me it was just CACOPHONY. The are playing a movie on the wall (Little Rascals in black and white). The room is filled with large groups of people drinking and being very rowdy. Then, the hostess commences to sing and she has to sing really LOUDLY to overcome the noise of the patrons. I was with a group of five and we could barely hear each other talking. This, to me is not fun. So, I guess I AM a party pooper. Spend my time trying to AVOID parties and social situations, unless I know the people well.
Thursday, October 10, 2013
The "new hot" 107.9
Came across this radio station and stayed awhile. Two women were talking ghetto trash and I was mesmerized. The music was rap, including Biggie. They played a good song I had forgotten about and can't name.
Returned a book to the Millville Library....Dad is fat, by Jim Gaffigan. He is a comedian with which I am not familiar who has 5 kids and lives in a small Brooklyn apartment. Apparently he has a famous rag on hot pockets which I must look for on Youtube.
Excursion for the day cancelled due to rain, wind, chill, dank and damp. I was supposed to be the driver for 5 women so am just as glad we didn't go. I don't like driving FAST, particularly in the rain. You are not supposed to use cruise control and that is hard for me. Of course, now it is not raining, but the forecast for the next few days is dismal. Boy, did we get spoiled with the seemingly endless run of sunny days! Instead we all got together at a newly opened restaurant called Lucy's Mexican restaurant. Lots of MEN came in, cops and I don't know who all. Might be a good place to meet men except that they were all playing with their phones. So we had our few hours of talking which we like to do monthly. Only one other woman was in the place. The waitress was cool and gave us free stuff and good advice about what to eat.
Returned a book to the Millville Library....Dad is fat, by Jim Gaffigan. He is a comedian with which I am not familiar who has 5 kids and lives in a small Brooklyn apartment. Apparently he has a famous rag on hot pockets which I must look for on Youtube.
Excursion for the day cancelled due to rain, wind, chill, dank and damp. I was supposed to be the driver for 5 women so am just as glad we didn't go. I don't like driving FAST, particularly in the rain. You are not supposed to use cruise control and that is hard for me. Of course, now it is not raining, but the forecast for the next few days is dismal. Boy, did we get spoiled with the seemingly endless run of sunny days! Instead we all got together at a newly opened restaurant called Lucy's Mexican restaurant. Lots of MEN came in, cops and I don't know who all. Might be a good place to meet men except that they were all playing with their phones. So we had our few hours of talking which we like to do monthly. Only one other woman was in the place. The waitress was cool and gave us free stuff and good advice about what to eat.
Wednesday, October 2, 2013
Government by tantrum
Yes, that is what we have in the United States of America. The Republicans all strike me as hard-edged, white, too thin, uptight, tight-lipped, tight-assed whiners. Get over it, please, and let's just TRY the Affordable health act. I refuse to call it OBAMACARE any more. I think that just encourages them and discourages the American public. What is so bad about socialized medicine, after all? Medicare is the greatest thing that ever happened to me. At least one thing in life just occurs and it is a good thing. No decisions needed, not much paperwork involved and it saves you money.
Sitting on the porch of the New Dodge's market in Elmer. It was on my list of places to use the wireless. However, it is on a REALLY busy and noisy intersection of Route 40 and some other street and it is very unpleasant. The weather is great, however, and unseasonably warm. Had a delicious salad with a fabulous salad dressing.
Time to get back to Bridgeton and buy my new and old prescriptions. Ready for a rest. Had a biopsy even though I went into the dermatologist determined to not get cut. This is practically impossible when you visit this (or any) dermatologist as we all know. I vow to try harder to not scratch. I felt the visit was worth it and perhaps there is HOPE for the future. Hard to be positive when you have had a skin disorder for 16 months! (Can't believe how time flies). She wanted to know if I was anxious (just about the neighbors) or depressed, (no, but I AM highly medicated). Scratching is related to OCD (OK< I admit it, I do have that).
Sitting on the porch of the New Dodge's market in Elmer. It was on my list of places to use the wireless. However, it is on a REALLY busy and noisy intersection of Route 40 and some other street and it is very unpleasant. The weather is great, however, and unseasonably warm. Had a delicious salad with a fabulous salad dressing.
Time to get back to Bridgeton and buy my new and old prescriptions. Ready for a rest. Had a biopsy even though I went into the dermatologist determined to not get cut. This is practically impossible when you visit this (or any) dermatologist as we all know. I vow to try harder to not scratch. I felt the visit was worth it and perhaps there is HOPE for the future. Hard to be positive when you have had a skin disorder for 16 months! (Can't believe how time flies). She wanted to know if I was anxious (just about the neighbors) or depressed, (no, but I AM highly medicated). Scratching is related to OCD (OK< I admit it, I do have that).
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
What was that thought
I had a good thought today and was going to blog it. But now I have forgotten what it was. Perhaps I SHOULD get a phone upon which I can blog. Still procrastinating about the phone upgrade. Too many decisions involved. "Need" a new phone, perhaps a new provider and am reluctant to get into any two year contract.
Summer's last gasp today and tomorrow. Supposed to be over 93 degrees today. My comfort zone is under 80 degrees.
Went to the beach yesterday. Not so pleasant due to blowing sand. No bugs at least. Almost got too much sun, not quite. Had a delicious lunch at Yanni's. This was their third location, which I have never visited. I have lunched at the other two locations, one on the boardwalk and one in the library. The new 9th Street bridge is quite something but I do not enjoy driving that way due to the Beasley Point Bridge being out. The Ocean City bridge is full of walkers and bikers.
Summer's last gasp today and tomorrow. Supposed to be over 93 degrees today. My comfort zone is under 80 degrees.
Went to the beach yesterday. Not so pleasant due to blowing sand. No bugs at least. Almost got too much sun, not quite. Had a delicious lunch at Yanni's. This was their third location, which I have never visited. I have lunched at the other two locations, one on the boardwalk and one in the library. The new 9th Street bridge is quite something but I do not enjoy driving that way due to the Beasley Point Bridge being out. The Ocean City bridge is full of walkers and bikers.
Monday, July 29, 2013
Summer not so bad
Thank God the weather has improved! Just plain hot weather without the humidity and the over 90 temps. July was mostly awful.
Getting too many books at home. Haven't FINISHED one in a while. Just renewed a couple and got a new one on Interlibrary loan today. Need to spend more time at home READING.
Friday, June 28, 2013
Attack of the greenheads
Was invited to go on a cruise of the New Jersey coastline. My brother-in-law had to sail his son's boat from Greenwich, New Jersey to Queens, New York. Due to some previously scheduled events, I declined. They had a bad trip. Engine broke down and when they were trying to fix it, they were attacked by greenhead flys. These are large, slow-moving, sharp-biting insects that come upon us "river people" for a few weeks each summer. My father's philosophical thinking on the matter was as follows, "At least it keeps the TOURISTS away!" After they fixed the engine a sail ripped. So they kind of limped into the New York harbor.
Restaurant review: Tried a new restaurant in Millville, New Jersey the other night. The megabyte cafe failed and the PC@Nite, internet cafe and natural juice bar opened up at 110 N. High St. They have a limited menu but, believe it or not, really good crab cakes! Also we got a salad that was an iceberg lettuce wedge, surrounded by bits of tomato and croutons. It was actually visually pleasing and quite tasty. The owner of the restaurant is cheery and her son has been drafted into being a waiter. He was charmingly confused by the whole thing. They have only been open 5 days and are still deciding what they want to be/do. The hours are in flux. Number is 856-300-5023. A table and two chairs are in front on the street and Internet access is available. I recommend it.
A lot of weirdos in the library today. People talking to themselves, talking on the phone, acting strangely. Of course, they are probably called me a bizarro bag lady. I have STUFF all around me, my pile of things to do, my clipboard, my Wet ones, my blue plastic folder of things to do, my pencil holders, my notebook holders, my calendar ("the Bible"), my phone, my trash, my wheeled cart, my green zippered bag full of file folders.
Restaurant review: Tried a new restaurant in Millville, New Jersey the other night. The megabyte cafe failed and the PC@Nite, internet cafe and natural juice bar opened up at 110 N. High St. They have a limited menu but, believe it or not, really good crab cakes! Also we got a salad that was an iceberg lettuce wedge, surrounded by bits of tomato and croutons. It was actually visually pleasing and quite tasty. The owner of the restaurant is cheery and her son has been drafted into being a waiter. He was charmingly confused by the whole thing. They have only been open 5 days and are still deciding what they want to be/do. The hours are in flux. Number is 856-300-5023. A table and two chairs are in front on the street and Internet access is available. I recommend it.
A lot of weirdos in the library today. People talking to themselves, talking on the phone, acting strangely. Of course, they are probably called me a bizarro bag lady. I have STUFF all around me, my pile of things to do, my clipboard, my Wet ones, my blue plastic folder of things to do, my pencil holders, my notebook holders, my calendar ("the Bible"), my phone, my trash, my wheeled cart, my green zippered bag full of file folders.
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
God, I hate summer
My apartment is "cooled" by 1 - 4 window air units and it just doesn't get rid of the humidity.
A dehumidifier is on my very long list of big-ticket items that I "need". It seems I am always in need of a FAN, directly on me, or at my beck and call.
I "could" have gone down to the beach yesterday as I had nothing on my calendar. That is very unusual. But I chose to stay home and get started on some things like paying bills and save money on gas. That was enough of that. My home is not the place to be on a hot and humid day. I did go out to do some "local" errands, if you call driving all the way to Carll's Corner local. I found myself sitting in the car in a parking lot wasting gas just to get the air conditioning.
Then I did go out to Millville to a restaurant for dinner. I was delighted with my meal at Kawa thai and sushi. There were so many creative menu items! I had the MAN IN BLACK, #26 on the Chef special II menu. It was SO delicious, I couldn't even save any for leftovers. And you can get BROWN rice for only 15 cents extra. Usually I am disappointed with what I order and am envious of what others order, but this time I was totally enthralled with MINE.
I think I would like summer if I were here...
A dehumidifier is on my very long list of big-ticket items that I "need". It seems I am always in need of a FAN, directly on me, or at my beck and call.
I "could" have gone down to the beach yesterday as I had nothing on my calendar. That is very unusual. But I chose to stay home and get started on some things like paying bills and save money on gas. That was enough of that. My home is not the place to be on a hot and humid day. I did go out to do some "local" errands, if you call driving all the way to Carll's Corner local. I found myself sitting in the car in a parking lot wasting gas just to get the air conditioning.
Then I did go out to Millville to a restaurant for dinner. I was delighted with my meal at Kawa thai and sushi. There were so many creative menu items! I had the MAN IN BLACK, #26 on the Chef special II menu. It was SO delicious, I couldn't even save any for leftovers. And you can get BROWN rice for only 15 cents extra. Usually I am disappointed with what I order and am envious of what others order, but this time I was totally enthralled with MINE.
I think I would like summer if I were here...
Wednesday, June 5, 2013
My worst nightmare...
...is that a barking dog will move in RIGHT NEXT DOOR. I wish this dog would run away. I really HATE having my peace disturbed by a barking dog. Not to mention the issues of trash, noise, ambulances, and police with drawn guns. Other than that, they are just your average Mexican family with North Carolina license plates, a pit bull, and relatives who are going to move in with them. My general philosophy on neighbors is..."I'll WAIT them out".
Restaurant review: Mi familia pizzeria and ice cream on Burlington Road in Bridgeton, NJ. Around here you can blink and restaurants are closed or have an entirely new name. Usual door was locked, but we got in the front door. Four policeman were out front talking to a lady (some sort of disagreement about a Diet Coke). I kind of liked it although my friend was not happy with her meatball sandwich. What I liked:
- waitresses trying really hard to please
- you can get a WHOLE WHEAT pizza crust
- on a salad you get a choice of romaine, spring mix or spinach
- I ordered a small salad and waitress pointed out that by ordering the SPECIAL I could get a large salad for less money
I am starving right now, but I am trying to get more used to it. Usually, I bring a snack to the historical libary, but I didn't today. Another guy usually goes to the store to get lunch but he isn't going today. Someone else usually bakes bread but he didn't today. Luckily someone produced a bag of almonds and a container of raisins, so this will tide me over. We are in a small town with NO stores....just a country store with a sign posted that says, "We are doing our best to open as soon as possible". I am waiting anxiously. The last people who ran it did not have Diet Coke as they said that no one drinks it in Greenwich.
Restaurant review: Mi familia pizzeria and ice cream on Burlington Road in Bridgeton, NJ. Around here you can blink and restaurants are closed or have an entirely new name. Usual door was locked, but we got in the front door. Four policeman were out front talking to a lady (some sort of disagreement about a Diet Coke). I kind of liked it although my friend was not happy with her meatball sandwich. What I liked:
- waitresses trying really hard to please
- you can get a WHOLE WHEAT pizza crust
- on a salad you get a choice of romaine, spring mix or spinach
- I ordered a small salad and waitress pointed out that by ordering the SPECIAL I could get a large salad for less money
I am starving right now, but I am trying to get more used to it. Usually, I bring a snack to the historical libary, but I didn't today. Another guy usually goes to the store to get lunch but he isn't going today. Someone else usually bakes bread but he didn't today. Luckily someone produced a bag of almonds and a container of raisins, so this will tide me over. We are in a small town with NO stores....just a country store with a sign posted that says, "We are doing our best to open as soon as possible". I am waiting anxiously. The last people who ran it did not have Diet Coke as they said that no one drinks it in Greenwich.
Sunday, May 12, 2013
It's a gorgeous Mother's day
Except for the crowds and the large lady covered with tatoos. Made the mistake of going to Bob Evans and Starbucks on Mother's day. God...the crowds! The health club was relatively quiet but I was forced to watch CNN, which is really getting on my nerves. They announce all of this stuff that you heard about two days ago like it is this fabulous new discovery. They also give wrong info and pronounce things badly. It is almost more than I can take to listen to the "news" these days. After you listen to the latest hostage crises and murders, you wonder how there can be any Americans left living.
Yahoo is acting up, yet I am fearful of "upgrading" to the new Yahoo. Upgrades usually get rid of several features that I liked before. Upgrades are one of my many fears. Here are some more:
- fear of getting a new phone
- fear of getting a new camera
- fear of plans going awry
- fear of being awakened in the night
- fear of going on a trip without a phone or computer
Felt better AFTER my workout than I did before. Went to work out right after eating too much at Bob Evans. Now I sit at Starbucks being sorely tempted to get a large mocha cookie crumble drink with chocolate whipped cream on top. I can only imagine the amount of calories in that one. Was driven inexorably last night to eat stuff I shouldn't and of course, gained a pound this AM. Feel kind of hopeless about getting my weight down. Really hard being here in Starbucks constantly confronted with beverages that our populace consumes with narry a thought about it.
Yahoo is acting up, yet I am fearful of "upgrading" to the new Yahoo. Upgrades usually get rid of several features that I liked before. Upgrades are one of my many fears. Here are some more:
- fear of getting a new phone
- fear of getting a new camera
- fear of plans going awry
- fear of being awakened in the night
- fear of going on a trip without a phone or computer
Felt better AFTER my workout than I did before. Went to work out right after eating too much at Bob Evans. Now I sit at Starbucks being sorely tempted to get a large mocha cookie crumble drink with chocolate whipped cream on top. I can only imagine the amount of calories in that one. Was driven inexorably last night to eat stuff I shouldn't and of course, gained a pound this AM. Feel kind of hopeless about getting my weight down. Really hard being here in Starbucks constantly confronted with beverages that our populace consumes with narry a thought about it.
Thursday, May 2, 2013
Vaguely Jesus-y bon-vivant
I love this phrase. A woman told a story on NPR last night about a plane ride and people who may have thought she was a "vaguely Jesus-y bon-vivant". That's me!
Stopped by a group of people in front of the municipal building in Millville, New Jersey. I heard singing. They were singing a patriotic song. How nice, I thought. Then I got a creepy feeling that they were gun rights supporters or something I wasn't in favor of. Guess I will have to read about it in the paper.
Went to Jim's lunch for lunch today. It is a very colorful little restaurant that closes down for the whole summer every year. They have three sizes of rice pudding, WITH or without raisins. Now, where else can you find that?!
Stopped by a group of people in front of the municipal building in Millville, New Jersey. I heard singing. They were singing a patriotic song. How nice, I thought. Then I got a creepy feeling that they were gun rights supporters or something I wasn't in favor of. Guess I will have to read about it in the paper.
Went to Jim's lunch for lunch today. It is a very colorful little restaurant that closes down for the whole summer every year. They have three sizes of rice pudding, WITH or without raisins. Now, where else can you find that?!
Monday, March 11, 2013
There's more than one way to skin a cat
Or is it "kill a cat"? Actually, it has been both, although I can't figure out why anyone would WANT to skin or kill a cat! Anyway, this phrase just popped into my mind when I went to Google and the usual choices were not at the top. So I typed in the address for www.blogspot.com and achieved my aim of finding my blog.
Went to a pretty good restaurant last night, Barcelona bistro in Pitman, New Jersey. The view was nice, big windows overlooking a park and a city building, with occasional passersby and their leftovers. The service could have been better. We weren't immediately served with the bread we were craving, but the bread was warm and came with oil finally. First we got water with no ice but they brought ice later. Now for the FOOD. I had trout with almond sauce. It was FABULOUS. Also green beans and carrots and a potato croquette that was so good I immediately ate the whole thing. In fact, I had trouble stopping the eating in order to get the leftovers. On the way out we noticed that the restaurant had been voted one of 25 best restaurants in South Jersey for 2013. And my DISH (Truta almendras) had been voted one of the 50 best in South Jersey. Boy, do I know how to pick'em. Actually, my friend picked it because she had a Groupon coupon. This really complicates the bill. Is it my responsibility to pay for half of what she paid for the coupon?
Did yoga already this morning. What with getting enough sleep, getting exercise and getting on the computer, I barely have enough time for any other activities.
Went to a pretty good restaurant last night, Barcelona bistro in Pitman, New Jersey. The view was nice, big windows overlooking a park and a city building, with occasional passersby and their leftovers. The service could have been better. We weren't immediately served with the bread we were craving, but the bread was warm and came with oil finally. First we got water with no ice but they brought ice later. Now for the FOOD. I had trout with almond sauce. It was FABULOUS. Also green beans and carrots and a potato croquette that was so good I immediately ate the whole thing. In fact, I had trouble stopping the eating in order to get the leftovers. On the way out we noticed that the restaurant had been voted one of 25 best restaurants in South Jersey for 2013. And my DISH (Truta almendras) had been voted one of the 50 best in South Jersey. Boy, do I know how to pick'em. Actually, my friend picked it because she had a Groupon coupon. This really complicates the bill. Is it my responsibility to pay for half of what she paid for the coupon?
Did yoga already this morning. What with getting enough sleep, getting exercise and getting on the computer, I barely have enough time for any other activities.
Sunday, February 3, 2013
Not much to say
I think I am losing interest in this blog, along with many other things. Is it the winter blues?
Dedicating a large part of today to reading the Sunday New York times. I usually only do that when I am visiting my sister in North Jersey as she has a subscription. I find the actual paper so much more enjoyable than the online version.
Managed to fit everything in this weekend. Friday night I volunteered at a concert of Ben Williams and the sound machine. It was jazzy and very compelling and exciting. I should go to more concerts, even if I don't know what I am going to hear, like with this group. Out to breakfast Saturday morning at Dodge's Market in Elmer. A tasteful array of healthy foods. Joined some woman friends for a lunch at a friend's house and then up to North Jersey for a family reunion of sorts. The highlights of the evening were watching Downton Abbey (unfortunately a segment I had already seen TWICE), watching one episode of The killers and going out into the hot tub while it was snowing.
Dedicating a large part of today to reading the Sunday New York times. I usually only do that when I am visiting my sister in North Jersey as she has a subscription. I find the actual paper so much more enjoyable than the online version.
Managed to fit everything in this weekend. Friday night I volunteered at a concert of Ben Williams and the sound machine. It was jazzy and very compelling and exciting. I should go to more concerts, even if I don't know what I am going to hear, like with this group. Out to breakfast Saturday morning at Dodge's Market in Elmer. A tasteful array of healthy foods. Joined some woman friends for a lunch at a friend's house and then up to North Jersey for a family reunion of sorts. The highlights of the evening were watching Downton Abbey (unfortunately a segment I had already seen TWICE), watching one episode of The killers and going out into the hot tub while it was snowing.
Saturday, January 5, 2013
A sense of accomplishment
Just tried the new sandwich at McDonald's. I LIKE it and it only costs $1. Well, I can't seem to find it on their website. Seems like a regular cheeseburger but it has caramelized onions on it? Already ate out ONCE today so now I can only eat out if it is CHEAP.
I only have two stations I like at the Cumberland County Library. They have the dainty mouse instead of this huge Gateway thing. Both stations were busy. So I went into the lab hoping to avoid the noisy, amnoying people. But I still have to use the ginormous stupid mouse.
Had a handyman come over today. It makes me anxious as I have a very limited attention span for accomplishing things. Even though it cost me quite a bit, I enjoyed "puttering around" with another person. And the weather was quite decent! (sunny and perhaps in the 40's?) I shouldn't begrudge him the money as I only have help very rarely. Here is what we accomplished (and I really did feel good after working outside for 2 1/2 hours):
- Replaced broken window pane in garage
- Pulled most of ivy off of garage
- Replaced bulb in front door light
- Replaced two motion detector lights in back
- Replaced two motion detector lights up above
- Pounded in loose boards on fence
- Rewired bird feeder after the squirrels ate through the wire supports
- Took all stuff out of my trunk and sorted through it
- Went through a few boxes of stuff in my garage
- Threw out some of my books from Hollins Abroad in France (1967)
- Realligned fence gates so they latch better
- Clipped some branches touching house and hanging down
- Filled suet feeder
- Filled trash bin up to the top with trash bags
I only have two stations I like at the Cumberland County Library. They have the dainty mouse instead of this huge Gateway thing. Both stations were busy. So I went into the lab hoping to avoid the noisy, amnoying people. But I still have to use the ginormous stupid mouse.
Had a handyman come over today. It makes me anxious as I have a very limited attention span for accomplishing things. Even though it cost me quite a bit, I enjoyed "puttering around" with another person. And the weather was quite decent! (sunny and perhaps in the 40's?) I shouldn't begrudge him the money as I only have help very rarely. Here is what we accomplished (and I really did feel good after working outside for 2 1/2 hours):
- Replaced broken window pane in garage
- Pulled most of ivy off of garage
- Replaced bulb in front door light
- Replaced two motion detector lights in back
- Replaced two motion detector lights up above
- Pounded in loose boards on fence
- Rewired bird feeder after the squirrels ate through the wire supports
- Took all stuff out of my trunk and sorted through it
- Went through a few boxes of stuff in my garage
- Threw out some of my books from Hollins Abroad in France (1967)
- Realligned fence gates so they latch better
- Clipped some branches touching house and hanging down
- Filled suet feeder
- Filled trash bin up to the top with trash bags
Wednesday, December 12, 2012
Laboring in obscurity
Is it kind of silly to be writing a blog that no one reads? I write stuff down here and forget to tell it to anyone I actually KNOW. Went out to lunch today and felt rather underdressed. The Coach Room is where all of the lawyers and judges go and also many office Christmas parties are held there. I went with some friends who wanted to eat the chicken pot pie. I went against my principle of "only eat out one meal per day". Today I will be eating out for THREE meals. The menu? Oatmeal, chicken pot pie and beef stroganoff. Not exactly the diet menu. I did walk for 30 minutes in the neighborhood. Chicken pot pie I can take it or leave it. Once a year will suffice. Some people get really excited about it.
Just participated in the census for the Current Population survey. That is that boring book which arrived at my library, was a pain to catalog, and that no one ever looked at. I had to answer questions about my health, my eating, my spending on food, my hunger, my education, etc. Realized all of my spending is based on my own little rules of frugality and not on actual running out of money. In reality, I spend a lot more money eating out than I do on groceries. They said they are going to visit me once a month for four months and then again in a year. I felt kind of special being one of only 55,000 people, but then I read it again and saw that they ask 55,000 people every month to get the official government figures on total employment and unemployment. I guess I am now one of those people who are NOT LOOKING FOR WORK.
Ravi Shankar died. I heard on NPR that when he played at Carnegie Hall, he was warming up his sitar playing. When he stopped after 3 1/2 minutes, the audience gave him a standing ovation. This was only cited to say how little Americans understand Indian music.
Just participated in the census for the Current Population survey. That is that boring book which arrived at my library, was a pain to catalog, and that no one ever looked at. I had to answer questions about my health, my eating, my spending on food, my hunger, my education, etc. Realized all of my spending is based on my own little rules of frugality and not on actual running out of money. In reality, I spend a lot more money eating out than I do on groceries. They said they are going to visit me once a month for four months and then again in a year. I felt kind of special being one of only 55,000 people, but then I read it again and saw that they ask 55,000 people every month to get the official government figures on total employment and unemployment. I guess I am now one of those people who are NOT LOOKING FOR WORK.
Ravi Shankar died. I heard on NPR that when he played at Carnegie Hall, he was warming up his sitar playing. When he stopped after 3 1/2 minutes, the audience gave him a standing ovation. This was only cited to say how little Americans understand Indian music.
Monday, December 3, 2012
I need a headline
Went to listen to my Playlist as library patrons are annoying me. Adults are either drunk, stoned or stupid and kids are cute or wild, depending on your mood. Couldn't get my music to work (this is a very common occurrence). Oh, but then, I realized I hadn't plugged in my headphones!
Just got a phone call from "Anonymous". Pretty sure that is no one I want to talk to. And phone doesn't really work when in the library.
Drove past Angie's Diner today and realized the GRAND OPENING sign hadn't even been removed before they had a suspicious fire that burned up their kitchen. It was bought out by new owners who promptly fired all of the help and started all over with their own family members. There was an article promoting them in the newspaper but I hadn't heard really good things about'em. It is really sad, because it was a cute old fashioned red diner right on the river and now it has an ugly fence around it and is all burned out.
Just got a phone call from "Anonymous". Pretty sure that is no one I want to talk to. And phone doesn't really work when in the library.
Drove past Angie's Diner today and realized the GRAND OPENING sign hadn't even been removed before they had a suspicious fire that burned up their kitchen. It was bought out by new owners who promptly fired all of the help and started all over with their own family members. There was an article promoting them in the newspaper but I hadn't heard really good things about'em. It is really sad, because it was a cute old fashioned red diner right on the river and now it has an ugly fence around it and is all burned out.
Saturday, November 17, 2012
The newspapers for reading for free are located at the library
Sign over newspaper rack at The incredible bulk, in Millville last night. Walked around for "Third Friday" with some friends. Festive lights, music, food, and gifts. The only problem was the COLD. We had a yummy dinner at a vegan restaurant. Very healthy food but they use takeout containers and plastic forks, which somewhat spoils the effect. I guess that helps to keep the prices down. Wildflower is the name of this restaurant which has been in business over a year. In our area, that is saying something. It was funny, though. We were sitting there eating our raw veggies and talking about all of our dental problems.
They had the DUMBEST segment on the morning show yesterday. They had five babies in high chairs. The Cake Boss baked a huge round cake for each of them. They were each a different solid pastel color. The baby was supposed to get down with the cake and after a timer went off, there was supposed to be an award for the messiest baby. I asked myself, WHY?!?!?! The babies didn't look like they even wanted to BE there or DO it. They forced one baby's hand into the cake and he started wiping his hands together, like why are you making me get so dirty? The cakes were so BIG that they totally obscured the babies. Boy, we are really desparate for entertainment.
They had the DUMBEST segment on the morning show yesterday. They had five babies in high chairs. The Cake Boss baked a huge round cake for each of them. They were each a different solid pastel color. The baby was supposed to get down with the cake and after a timer went off, there was supposed to be an award for the messiest baby. I asked myself, WHY?!?!?! The babies didn't look like they even wanted to BE there or DO it. They forced one baby's hand into the cake and he started wiping his hands together, like why are you making me get so dirty? The cakes were so BIG that they totally obscured the babies. Boy, we are really desparate for entertainment.
Thursday, November 8, 2012
I think I felt some endorphins
Just went to exercise, second time this week. The Arthritis Foundation exercise program is done mostly sitting down. I love the teacher. We do a little bit of Tai Chi too. I am a paying member of this health club, but have only been twice this year. Let's see...at $26.66 per month, that is $319.92 per year and $159.96 per visit. I have been meaning to get back to exercising for several years now. I was afraid if I stopped paying, I wouldn't get back in with the deal. (One of the many things I do which don't make much sense!) But I like the feeling that, anytime I want to, I can walk right in.
Now I am visiting The Megabyte cafe, a newish business in Millville, New Jersey. The cafe is at 110 N. High St. in Millville. Killing time til the library opens and I can make a couple of printouts. Due to budget cuts, most of the libraries don't open until 10 AM now and they close at 8 PM. Have a nice table by the window, having my morning coffee, using the wireless with my laptop, and enjoying a delicious English muffin, heavily buttered, with strawberry jelly on top. Life is good. We didn't get too much snow down here...just enough to make an attractive dusting.
Ran across Rachel Maddow on TV last night. Boy she is great! She is a political columnist on CNBC. Her show is called TRMS, I guess? She showed a chart with pictures of all the nine white men who made rude comments about rape and abortion and pointed out that they ALL lost. It is so easy for liberals to "gloat" right now, but she gave it a very humorous skewering. I only watch TV going around the dial, I never hardly ever watch anything on purpose. If it is on and I am home I may watch it. OK, I take it back, I do watch 60 minutes on purpose.
Now I am visiting The Megabyte cafe, a newish business in Millville, New Jersey. The cafe is at 110 N. High St. in Millville. Killing time til the library opens and I can make a couple of printouts. Due to budget cuts, most of the libraries don't open until 10 AM now and they close at 8 PM. Have a nice table by the window, having my morning coffee, using the wireless with my laptop, and enjoying a delicious English muffin, heavily buttered, with strawberry jelly on top. Life is good. We didn't get too much snow down here...just enough to make an attractive dusting.
Ran across Rachel Maddow on TV last night. Boy she is great! She is a political columnist on CNBC. Her show is called TRMS, I guess? She showed a chart with pictures of all the nine white men who made rude comments about rape and abortion and pointed out that they ALL lost. It is so easy for liberals to "gloat" right now, but she gave it a very humorous skewering. I only watch TV going around the dial, I never hardly ever watch anything on purpose. If it is on and I am home I may watch it. OK, I take it back, I do watch 60 minutes on purpose.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Ok, now I am in library heaven. Got the laptop set up with a view overlooking the Intercoastal waterway in Sea Isle City. Sharpened my pencil, got help getting online and am settled in for a few hours of "desk work". Now I only wish I had a fly swatter and that I had bought fudge. Somehow just arriving in a seaside resort town gives me an overwhelming desire to BUY FUDGE.
So far today I have done a few things around the house, participated in a yoga class, gone out to lunch, driven down to Sea Isle City, and sunbathed on the boardwalk. It is pretty cool to be able to do such stuff on a MONDAY as I am recently retired.
Went to a "new" lunch place, Sal's pizza, on Buckshutem Road in Bridgeton, which was very much like the "old" place, RJ's dog House (or something like that). I did have a spectacular "special" and am happy to go back. My toasty sandwich included chicken, swiss cheese, spinach, roasted red peppers and chunks of garlic. YUM!
So far today I have done a few things around the house, participated in a yoga class, gone out to lunch, driven down to Sea Isle City, and sunbathed on the boardwalk. It is pretty cool to be able to do such stuff on a MONDAY as I am recently retired.
Went to a "new" lunch place, Sal's pizza, on Buckshutem Road in Bridgeton, which was very much like the "old" place, RJ's dog House (or something like that). I did have a spectacular "special" and am happy to go back. My toasty sandwich included chicken, swiss cheese, spinach, roasted red peppers and chunks of garlic. YUM!
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