I just don't have much to say lately. I'm focusing on my recovery. I'm getting better as the days go by, but I'm realizing that the idea that I'll feel *good* all the time just isn't true. I've had a spate of bad days, of sleeping too much, etc.
I've also been watching tons of TV and movies via Netflix streaming.
Hope all is well.
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Friday, March 06, 2009
Books read in 2009: #7 Following Foo (the electronic adventures of the Chestnut Man)
I have to say that I found this book challenging to read, for a few reasons.
There were parts I had to skim, sections of the book I really didn't read, but I did hang on until the end, so I consider it "read".
Better known for his acting (on Law and order as resident Psych guy, as well as numerous theatrical and film rolls), B.D. Wong's account of the birth of his children (and the loss of one soon after birth) is at times mesmerizing and at others repetitive.
One of the reasons that I found this book difficult to read is that he includes well wishing email from so many people, it reminded me how small my circle of love and support is, and that just made me feel very sad (I don't get sad much these days, but I cried over this particular feeling).
There were parts I had to skim, sections of the book I really didn't read, but I did hang on until the end, so I consider it "read".
Better known for his acting (on Law and order as resident Psych guy, as well as numerous theatrical and film rolls), B.D. Wong's account of the birth of his children (and the loss of one soon after birth) is at times mesmerizing and at others repetitive.
One of the reasons that I found this book difficult to read is that he includes well wishing email from so many people, it reminded me how small my circle of love and support is, and that just made me feel very sad (I don't get sad much these days, but I cried over this particular feeling).
Shoot, it's 1:30 in the morning!
Comedian Wanda Sykes on sex and women faking orgasm.
For the record, I've NEVER faked it.
For the record, I've NEVER faked it.
Monday, March 02, 2009
Life and other events
My life is fairly boring these days. All of my "real" friends live far away, and I have a hell of a time making new friends now. Sigh.
So everyone and their mother has told me I ought to volunteer for something. Yesterday I looked up our local United Way volunteer line and sent out an email to the one thing I thought would provide me with human contact while not actually being scary or difficult. We will see how that pans out.
On February 28 I made a pact (with myself) to try something new for March. I'm not going to say what it is until I either:
Another thing I'm looking at this month is my physical health. In many ways I am healthy. But I think I have lost some lung capacity and definitely lost muscle tone from my sedentary lifestyle.
Ugh. Oh well. I'm working on it.
So everyone and their mother has told me I ought to volunteer for something. Yesterday I looked up our local United Way volunteer line and sent out an email to the one thing I thought would provide me with human contact while not actually being scary or difficult. We will see how that pans out.
On February 28 I made a pact (with myself) to try something new for March. I'm not going to say what it is until I either:
- abandon it
- finish it
Another thing I'm looking at this month is my physical health. In many ways I am healthy. But I think I have lost some lung capacity and definitely lost muscle tone from my sedentary lifestyle.
Ugh. Oh well. I'm working on it.
Sunday, March 01, 2009
Instant Happiness
These adorable kids are my second cousins. Watched this video twice today and both times felt so happy afterwards.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Books read in 2009: #6 "How to be Good"
I picked up "How to be Good" from the used bookstore as a lark. I'd never ready a Nick Hornby book, although I have seen at least one film based on his writing.
I enjoyed it.
I enjoyed it.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
Monday, February 16, 2009
The Placebo Effect?
I'm starting to suspect that my new medicine, which made me feel SO fabulous when I first began taking it nearly five weeks ago, is not actually making me feel so great.
Sunday, February 08, 2009
The consequences of being a shut in.
Finally the error of my ways has been made clear. Visiting New York means walking, and plenty of it. I woke up this morning with tight, aching muscles. But it's far better to have sore glutes than missing the sights and sounds of the city.
I'm definitely going walking once I get back home.
Saturday, February 07, 2009
Books read in 2009: #5 Coraline
I had the opportunity to read Neil Gaiman's book Coraline, which is also a movie which came out this weekend.
It's nice to know the story before seeing the movie.
Friday, February 06, 2009
Coffee and nerves
I'm drinking coffee because I love it, but I'm a bit anxious about my trip today. Haven't been on a plane in a while, and now they are showing what was happening behind the scenes at the Hudson River landing of a disabled plane. Hopefully the birds will be gone for my flight.
I'm super excited about seeing my friend again. I hope think we'll have fun catching up and doing some fun stuff.
I might now blog for a while when I'm gone. I'm gonna miss my fellas at home and my laptop.
And in a funny way, I'm gonna miss being able to sit around in my pjs drinking coffee. However, I think my friend B will be accommodating if I request that as an activity.
I'm gonna bring my camera, but I need to buy batteries for it. Okay, bye!
I'm super excited about seeing my friend again. I hope think we'll have fun catching up and doing some fun stuff.
I might now blog for a while when I'm gone. I'm gonna miss my fellas at home and my laptop.
And in a funny way, I'm gonna miss being able to sit around in my pjs drinking coffee. However, I think my friend B will be accommodating if I request that as an activity.
I'm gonna bring my camera, but I need to buy batteries for it. Okay, bye!
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Monday, February 02, 2009
Who do you love?
Sometimes, when I'm really down I forget who I love, and forget that they love me.
Sometimes I'm amazed that anyone feels love for me. Isn't that sad?
But I'm feeling better and my health is generally good (with the exception of the side effects I've been having), but I am having a difficult time keeping myself motivated/busy to get anything done.
And for the most part, I remember those I love who love me too.
Right now I'm going to drink more coffee.
Sometimes I'm amazed that anyone feels love for me. Isn't that sad?
But I'm feeling better and my health is generally good (with the exception of the side effects I've been having), but I am having a difficult time keeping myself motivated/busy to get anything done.
And for the most part, I remember those I love who love me too.
Right now I'm going to drink more coffee.
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