Momma Mia, Mea Culpa

A Most Excellent Weekend

Posted on February 25, 2008 by Meleah

Friday was an unexpected ‘free day’. Thanks to the wintry mix of ice, rain and snowfall, my son’s school was closed. You add in some dangerous driving conditions and I had the perfect excuse to call out of the office. At first I was going to go to work. Honest. I showered and dressed. I did my hair and even put on a full face of make up. But the more I looked out my window, and the longer I listened to the news, I decided, it really wasn’t worth DYING in a car accident (or ending up in a ditch) especially when I didn’t have any accounts to work on.

I spent my ‘free day’ at home. I wrote, read up on all my favorite blogs, napped and watched my son learn how to shovel snow for the first time. After some quick snow shoveling lessons from my father (a home video ‘tutorial’ to follow shortly) JCH knocked on the doors around the neighborhood offering his services to clear their driveways and walk ways. My son made $75.00!! If being a Game Show Host doesn’t work out, he can always lean on his snow removal skillz. It was simply wonderful to spend the snow day bundled up inside with the fireplace and my whole family.

Saturday was more of the same relaxation all around. We hung around the house together: ordered in sushi, worked on puzzles and rented movies. I finally saw the Oscar nominated Michael Clayton. But. Um. I don’t see what the big deal is about that movie. I mean, I love me some Clooney, however I was not ‘blown away’ or anything. In fact it’s been a long time since I have watched a movie that really moved me. The last ‘great movie’ I saw was Crash. I am ~~open~~ desperate for any good movie suggestions.

Sunday (after sleeping in till past noon) I took my son shoe shopping. I cannot believe he is wearing a MENS shoe size 9. What? When and how did he get so giant? *sigh* The rest of the day was spent eating pints of coffee ice cream and watching the E channel in preparation for the Oscars. Oh and I gave myself a facial.

I have to tell you… all of the weekends I’ve spent at home in my condo (alone) as glorious as they were, it always felt like something was missing. Or like something was broken. Being here, with my family, made ‘staying in’ together all the more special. I don’t know. Its kinda like I am finally getting to have the childhood I always wanted.

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A Talent Show

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Meleah

I cannot express just HOW MUCH it made my heart sing to watch My Son perform as ‘The Master of Ceremonies’ in his school talent show.

Man! I was sooo nervous for him. The butterflies in the pit of my gut were just cause for the uncontrollable fussy annoying mom actions. I could not stop fixing his hair, or making sure the blazer he was wearing fit just right, or checking to make sure his socks match his shoes.

[And this is how he felt about me being in his face…Yeah, yeah, I know he’s 11. I need to back off. What.Ever. He will always be my baby boy.]

JCH didn’t appear to be nervous at all. In fact, he was super cool, confident and relaxed.

As ‘The MC’ my son was responsible for announcing the next act and filling up the dead air in-between. His job was to tell jokes, or make small talk to get the crowd going, before introducing the next talented child. I had no idea if my son was going to be able to pull that off. You see, JCH has a rather ADULT sense of humor. I have probably exposed my son to things that most other children his age have never heard while living in protective bubbles under the regime of those Stepford-FemBot mothers I see running around the school.

Fortunately, my son has come a long way socially during 6^th grade. He’s always gotten good grades, and for the most part he stays out of trouble, but he was never able to solidify friendships. For those of you that have been reading this blog for a long time, or for those of you that know us personally, you are fully aware of what my son has been through in the past with respects to being picked on, coming home sobbing, and never fitting in. But without getting into all of that, let’s just say; it’s been a long time coming for my son to have his moment to shine.

Thankfully, the Vice Principal Mrs. O. has been a JCH supporter from day one. The two of us, sat next to each other, with tears in our eyes, while we watched my boy, center stage. It was utterly amazing to see just how much my son has blossomed this year. Last night was a genuine a triumph for my son to participate and as the team LEADER for this event.

And he KICKED ASS.

I swear if being a doctor doesn’t work out for him, he can always fall back on the idea of being a Game Show Host.

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American Idol – Season Seven – First Cuts

Posted on February 22, 2008 by Meleah

Oh Yeah. Thank You America. Nice Picks for the First Cuts….but, I am a little disappointed this cat is still on the show.

Want To ~~Make Fun Of~~ Express Sympathy For The Losers? Come Over HERE!

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Have I Become One Of Those Bloggers?

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Meleah

Fellow blogger and super smarty, Greg, wrote a post that got me thinking when he said:

“I’ve noticed most bloggers only blog when they face difficulty. When all goes well and there isn’t anything worth complaining about, they are oddly quiet. This is a bit like keeping a photo album documenting all the times you were injured. Happy and beautiful moments too often take a back seat to tragedy.”

I think, inadvertently, I may have become one of those bloggers that complains about the mundane more than writing to write. I think I may have become one of those bloggers that uses this space to dump off some emotional baggage rather than tell a story. And I haven’t written anything funny in I don’t know how long.

It’s sad, but is it entirely true? Have I become one of those bloggers?

Not yet. [I hope.] But I might ..if I don’t knock this crap off and write something real pretty soon.

I mean. Don’t get me wrong. I don’t think it’s a bad thing to blog when you are upset, or hurt, or dealing with some issues. In fact, some of those posts have helped me a great deal. (and I will continue to whine, bitch and moan at my leisure). Even though I do blog about the good times too, I will admit that I find I have less to write about when I am ‘happy’ or lacking in the drama department.

Why is that?

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American Idol – Season Seven – Top 12 Girls

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Meleah

Who did you love? Who did you hate? Who are you routing for and who do you want kicked off? (and, Who do you have ‘crushes’ on?)

Come talk about the Top 12 Girls with me over HERE.

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1 2 3 Book Meme

Posted on February 20, 2008 by Meleah

This always happens. Whenever I am away on vacation or taking a blog break, I get tagged. This time I was tagged by two people to do The Same Meme. Robert & Dawn have asked me to play the 1 2 3 Book Meme.

[See, Robert…I am not “goofing off” anymore!]

Rules How To Play:

1. Pick up the nearest book (of at least 123 pages).

2. Open the book to page 123.

3. Find the fifth sentence.

4. Post the next three sentences.

5. Tag five people & post a comment here once you post it to your blog, so I can come see.

***Now since I have been ‘away’ for a few days I have no idea who has done this or not…so I am not tagging anyone, but if you would like to play, please do!***

Book: Towel Head

What is the book about:

Its August 1990, Saddam Hussein has just invaded Kuwait and Jasira’s mother has bought her daughter a one way ticket to go live in Texas with her strict Lebanese father. Living in a neat model home in Charming Gates, just outside of Huston, Jasira struggles with her father’s rigid lifestyle and the racism of her classmates that call her ‘TowelHead’. Her aching loneliness and growing frustration with her parents’ conflicting rules drive her to rebel in very dangerous ways. Most disturbingly she becomes sexually obsessed with the bigoted army reservist next door, who alternately cares for, excites and exploits her.

Page 123 & The Fifth Sentence:

We moved down the hall towards Zack’s room.

The next three sentences:

I thought he’d be in there doing something, but he wasn’t. He was in the guest room, looking at Playboys. He was sitting on the bed with his back to the doorway, so he didn’t notice us…at first.

* The end of the meme. *

Speaking of books, I haven’t dedicated any time to sit and read in awhile. However, I am REALLY looking forward to reading THIS ONE. Written by our very own redneck: Robert!!

(I just ordered it and…You Should Too. *Ahem* )

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American Idol – Season Seven – Top 12 Guys

Posted on February 20, 2008 by Meleah

Who did you love? Who did you hate? Who are you routing for, and who do you want kicked off? (And….Who do you have a ‘crush’ on?)

Come talk about the Top 12 Guys with me over HERE.

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I Am Back

Posted on February 19, 2008 by Meleah

Back to work.

Back to the gym.

Back to emails and phone calls.

Back to reality and the rules of society.

Back to blogging and commenting.

But man….I had a wonderful six days vacation.

Wednesday I did absolutely nothing. Yeay me.

Thursday I toyed around with new verbiage, structuring sentences and paragraphs for the rough draft of chapters three and four in the book I am writing. I forgot how hard writing like that really is. This book is going to take me FOREVER to finish if I don’t really apply myself and quit putting it off. And I need to stop making excuses.

My Valentines ‘date’ was well spent with one of my close friends Tiffany and watching season two of Dexter (again). I guess I just can’t get enough serial killing in a day.

Friday I was graced with the presence of Chef Brookstone and my friend Jennifer. The day was well spent laughing, watching, and tying to learn how Brooke cooks all that incredible food I can eat. At least now I am stocked up with meals for two weeks.

Saturday morning I awoke to the migraine of the century. I couldn’t lift my head without feeling like I was going to vomit. Any movement, light, or sound was unbearable. Since I am allergic to Asprin, the only headache medication I can take is Tylenol, which happens to be useless. (Unless you take an overdose amount.) Fortunately, the pressure and pain broke around 5pm. I was intent on being there to witness my friend Jennifer perform at the Nights Of Columbus in Jamesburg. It was no Madison Square Garden, but I always love watching her sing. She did a great job. I am very proud of her. I could never be that brave center stage with a microphone and the whole room staring at me. (yikes.)

Sunday was nothing but the E channel and Movies On Demand. The perfect day.

Monday, I took my son to the movies with Tiffany and her two boys. I did my laundry and all the ‘chores’ I had neglected for 5 days. And, the parents returned home from Vegas.

All in all a very boring, yet a very relaxing six days.

I am glad to be back on the net. I have missed ya’ll. I have a ton of blogs to read and catch up on!

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