New York Rocks

I had an amazing day today. It started a little earlier that I thought it would, but it was great anyway.

I took the Staten Island Ferry and rode straight past the Statute of Liberty. Plus, I got some really great shots of the Manhattan skyline and the Brooklyn Bridge. Then I had lunch that the famed Condé Nast lunchroom. After that I walked through Times Square. I bought some make-up at Sephora. Then I went to the New York Public Library. I took a picture of the Chrysler Building. Then I went to Grand Central Station. I took the subway uptown. Then I walked around the Met for a couple of hours. They ushered me (and the rest of the crowd) out when the museum closed. After that I took the subway back to my friend's apartment.

I have tons of pictures. I'll post the gallery when I get back.

Man, my lower back is sore... I'm not used to all this walking!

New York: Day 3

I've survived the impossible... Actually just the subway, but it was exciting nonetheless. I've been doing the tourist-y New York things lately. I figured if I get enough of them out of the way this time, it won't be an issue to come just for a weekend later.

It was cooler today than it was this past weekend. I still wore shorts, and I am glad I did. It was fun to see all the other tourists around. Plus I got some pretty cool clothes here. Fun fun fun shopping.

It's late again and I finished the night off with sweets. It seems to be a recurring theme. Who cares? I seem to be walking at least a couple of miles a day. Today I probably walked close to four. In fact, my lower back is sore. I would not be a member of a gym if I worked here. That's for sure.

Ok, I'm off to bed now. I'll update you some more later.

And Then I Realized, Maybe I Didn't Pack Too Much

As I wrap up a little more than 30 hours in New York, I have come to the realization that it's fucking hot here. Not like really hot, just you sweat a lot hot. And I had to come home at three and take my second shower. I wore two separate outfits today. A pair of jeans are completely out of commission unless I find a laundromat.

All of a sudden, I became quite happy that I packed one too many shirts.

Lame-O, or When Did I Become This Person?

How often is it that a girl goes to a club, finds a guy she's attracted to that she dances with, makes conversation with, and seems to hit it off with? I'd say not to often. So, that begs the question, what the hell happened?

I'd like to let everyone know I'm wondering the same thing. After a little steam on the dance floor, there was a bit of conversation. Then the male pals decided it was time to go. What does Mr. guy do? He informs Ms. interested that his friends want to go, but he expects to be in Portland a bit. Ms. interested flashes her best smile. Mr. guy then hugs Ms. interested and kisses her on the cheek.

And then leaves.

What??

Totally lame-o, I know.

Being a bit peeved, Ms. interested decides to write a note. She hands it to someone who know someone who knows him.

I bet you're all wondering what the note said.

Mr. guy, when you grow a pair...
(555) phone number.

Was it the gargantuan amount of vodka or a bit of nerve that entered Ms. interested? All I know is she never does this. I'll keep you informed of what happens.

Upgrade?

I hate upgrading to a new "version" of a program and nothing is apparently different. It's not one of those crappy mircosoft security update things that aren't supposed to be apparent. I should be able to notice a difference and see the improved efficiency of the program.

Strangely it looks exactly the same except the program name now has 4.0 after it.

Thank god I didn't pay for this upgrade. Then I might have been pissed.

Today

A few things about today:

The Muppet Show, Season 1 came out on DVD today. V. pleasant.

Work was kind of a drag. Not much to do and I'm leaving in a week. Not the best time to start getting new projects. Anyway, I have a presentation to give Thursday.

I re-watched a few episodes of Entourage. I really like that show.

I also made some headway on the agent thing. Yea. At least I know what I'm supposed to be doing. Paying my loans, though, will not be one of those things for a while. All in due time.

I went to the gym. I am trying to eat right. I've been going regularly. I just don't feel I'm making any progress. We'll have to see what the trainer says Thursday.

I didn't go grocery shopping. I'm seriously running low on food. I will have to go soon. I can't keep eating like this.

Ready to go to bed. I'm way tired. Good night.

Seriously

I think I'm due for another career change... this would be #3? I'm not sure. I can't keep track anymore.

I'm looking at either becoming an agent (as in movie, television, etc.) or working in DC for a senator or representative. Either of those excite me and involve moving. I don't mind the moving thing. I can say I haven't found as much in Portland to keep me here as I thought I would. Almost all of my friends are transplants just like me. I can't imagine many of them staying around for a while.

I do enjoy Portland. It's a great city. I just wish there was more here for me. I just don't think patent is the field for me. Maybe I'll change my mind if I get an offer from this firm. It might be nice to use it for a few years to pay off loans. Still, I'm young enough now that I can still get some living done.

LA is becoming a serious option. The last time I thought I would move to LA was almost 10 years ago. I kind of forgot about it since then. It just might be time for a change. At least I would be moving to another blue state. Who knows how long it will stay blue though.

And DC would be just as awesome. It doesn't fit the million people standard I set, but I think I can make an exception for our nation's capital. Just being so close to all those great cities gives it a boost.

Who knows. In a month or two, I could be aiming to be an animal trainer. We'll just have to see.

Irony

I wish I could close my door to block out some of that construction noise, but they have yet to install the doors.

What's all the noise about? Installing the new doors.

I'm tired of being me today.

Why Is ABC Fucking with Me?

I've been diligently watching LOST, trying to catch up on the episodes I missed before I got hooked. I've been the faithful fan, watching every week, no matter what happens. I've gotten to the point where there are only two episodes I haven't seen. What does ABC do? Skips episode 10... one of the ones I haven't seen! Why? It's like I've been in a time warp or something. Did I miss a week? Or is it that they just want to piss me off?

I think it's the latter. What the fuck is wrong with them?

I Hate the Geeks

After years of free sandwiches, Subway is phasing out its Sub Club. Apparently these geeks keep trying to get something for nothing. I really enjoyed getting my 10th sandwich free. How many people really think they are replacing the program?

Not me.

*Sigh*