There is still nothing on the walls, and we have a bit more organizing to do, but it is finally feeling homey. :)
What Is Multimeter
8 months ago
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Progress!
Tada!!
There is still nothing on the walls, and we have a bit more organizing to do, but it is finally feeling homey. :)
There is still nothing on the walls, and we have a bit more organizing to do, but it is finally feeling homey. :)
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Dogs, Jedi, and other important matters
1. Greetings from Igor!!!
Are words needed for his awesomeness? I think not. (which brings me to...)
2. The most glorious yet depressing piece of news I have received, the AWESOMENESS that will be Star Wars in Concert
No, not this:
But THIS!!!!:
I am rather angry that it will only be on the west coast!
I realized it is playing right around the wedding, and could technically come in slightly earlier, or stay another day later, but I know James would flip his lid. And realistically... can't spend the money. But SERIOUSLY!!! sigh.
3. My birthday is coming up in a matter of weeks, and I simply can't get excited for it since I won't be able to go anywhere/do anything for it. However, I may have been able to convince James to let me do a Duck Tour with Alison when she visits, as my present. Yes, it is uber touristy, and yes, I really want to do it anyways! Especially since my abilities to walk, while present again, will be very limited. (which brings me to...)
4. We get "mobility" seats, instead of standing room only, for my first Red Sox game!
Thank you Alison! I can't wait for you to visit, and am planning a fun filled trip! (which brings me to...)
5. While researching for Alison's visit, I have began a separate list of everything I want to do in this next year, and I am so excited to be living here! There are so many areas to explore. Please book your plane tickets soon and come share the adventure with me! Perhaps you may get an award! (which brings me to...)
6. Today, I award my first one of these bad boys:
I have spoken of much awesomness in this post, but I can't give them out over just anything!!! No no!
As I was wrapping up this entry, I hear my awesome husband chanting "Go Jesus, Go Jesus!", so I of course looked up. I found him sitting on our exercise ball, bobbing back and forth, and look further to see that he has tapped our bobble Jesus, and they bobbed together while he chanted. Pure awesomeness to kick off my Sunday morning.
Cheers, Briana
Are words needed for his awesomeness? I think not. (which brings me to...)
2. The most glorious yet depressing piece of news I have received, the AWESOMENESS that will be Star Wars in Concert
No, not this:
But THIS!!!!:
I am rather angry that it will only be on the west coast!
I realized it is playing right around the wedding, and could technically come in slightly earlier, or stay another day later, but I know James would flip his lid. And realistically... can't spend the money. But SERIOUSLY!!! sigh.
3. My birthday is coming up in a matter of weeks, and I simply can't get excited for it since I won't be able to go anywhere/do anything for it. However, I may have been able to convince James to let me do a Duck Tour with Alison when she visits, as my present. Yes, it is uber touristy, and yes, I really want to do it anyways! Especially since my abilities to walk, while present again, will be very limited. (which brings me to...)
4. We get "mobility" seats, instead of standing room only, for my first Red Sox game!
Thank you Alison! I can't wait for you to visit, and am planning a fun filled trip! (which brings me to...)
5. While researching for Alison's visit, I have began a separate list of everything I want to do in this next year, and I am so excited to be living here! There are so many areas to explore. Please book your plane tickets soon and come share the adventure with me! Perhaps you may get an award! (which brings me to...)
6. Today, I award my first one of these bad boys:
I have spoken of much awesomness in this post, but I can't give them out over just anything!!! No no!
As I was wrapping up this entry, I hear my awesome husband chanting "Go Jesus, Go Jesus!", so I of course looked up. I found him sitting on our exercise ball, bobbing back and forth, and look further to see that he has tapped our bobble Jesus, and they bobbed together while he chanted. Pure awesomeness to kick off my Sunday morning.
Cheers, Briana
Friday, August 21, 2009
The Road between my toes... a series
Welcome to the first (and God willing the last) art series by Crutch & Click photography. :)
Our trip East held promise of fun, fabulous, and fierce images. Alas, at the exact moment my ankle bone was cracked, so were my dreams of an adventurous trip with hundreds of photos to go with it. With my foot in the air, staring wistfully at the wonders of the road wizzing by, I came up with the following idea. What you see before you is a series of photos displaying places I normally would stop to shoot or have fun, but can't because of my lame foot. The rest is history...
"
And a few of the artist (taken by James)
I am happy to say that craptastic splint is in the trash, and I have a fabulous new boot. Huzzah!
Our trip East held promise of fun, fabulous, and fierce images. Alas, at the exact moment my ankle bone was cracked, so were my dreams of an adventurous trip with hundreds of photos to go with it. With my foot in the air, staring wistfully at the wonders of the road wizzing by, I came up with the following idea. What you see before you is a series of photos displaying places I normally would stop to shoot or have fun, but can't because of my lame foot. The rest is history...
"
And a few of the artist (taken by James)
I am happy to say that craptastic splint is in the trash, and I have a fabulous new boot. Huzzah!
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Crisis of Faith?
Warning... today has been a bit much... welcome to my ramblings.
This morning, my roommate and I were discussing how unfortunate it is that we sometimes can't separate an actor from the roles they play, and how one inevitably taints the other. Sara could not enjoy Katherine Heigl in any roles for awhile, because she associated her with someone who cheats with a married man. I started to seriously dislike Lucas on One Tree Hill because he is a douche in real life. Or perhaps you even like the person, and their character, but the mess around them makes you cringe?
I have discovered God, in a strange way, is my ruined celebrity right now. I find myself avoiding Him because his followers drive me crazy. I am constantly saddened and embarrassed by the ignorance, complacency, and selfishness that I see in the church. Let me take that back... I have not seen it inside the church so often lately, but more like when we escape it's walls and are living out our every day lives.
I feel horrible, because it is not by any fault of God that I am pulling away. I in no way doubt what I believe to be true about Christ, and what I have found i the bible. I am simply so sick of His name being attached to the ridiculousness around me that I almost cringe when I hear it spoken. This is not how it should be. I need to find a church and be connected into a community that reminds me that there are people out there who believe and put into practice the teachings of Christ. I need to be reminded there are others who feel this ache and who want more. I need to know people are just as embarrassed as I am. I feel a bit alone and lost in all of this right now. I get angry and realize it is only covering the confusion and disappointment, so I try not to let it bubble over too much... although then I hit times like these where I feel near panic attack over the question :"WHY!?". Why are people like this? Why do people not CARE about those less fortunate. Why do people not care about those around them beyond what those people can do for them? AND... why do people think they are so much more caring simply because they are Christian? When did people forget a large portion of "becoming christian" is essentially saying "I suck and I need help" (to put it ever so eloquently). AND WHO decided that we are somehow better, more talented, more giving, more selfless than others in this world, simply for admitting we need a higher power and believing in it? When did we forget that EVERYONE is made in the image of God, and EVERYONE has beauty/talent/value... I am ranting. I know. I am just so tired of it all.
I feel like I am in some twisted religious monopoly game where everyone is trying to just do the best for themselves, outsmart everyone else, show no mercy, and God is nothing more then a Get Out of Hell Free card that people keep tucked away for when that time comes. I'm tired of playing :(
I miss having peers who care about the same things that I do. That actually care, don't just hear stories and say "aw buddy" or "oh boo" or "that's the world we live in". I have so few left in my life that truly want to not just see a difference, but make a difference. I know I am nowhere close to alone in this.. i just wish I could be around people with the same passion.
Through is all, I know God is still there. I don't doubt it. In fact, it makes me see our need for Him even more. I just am having trouble separating Him from all the bullshit. It isn't fair, it isn't wise, and I will find my way back... I always do. I just don't know what to do for now... ugh.
This morning, my roommate and I were discussing how unfortunate it is that we sometimes can't separate an actor from the roles they play, and how one inevitably taints the other. Sara could not enjoy Katherine Heigl in any roles for awhile, because she associated her with someone who cheats with a married man. I started to seriously dislike Lucas on One Tree Hill because he is a douche in real life. Or perhaps you even like the person, and their character, but the mess around them makes you cringe?
I have discovered God, in a strange way, is my ruined celebrity right now. I find myself avoiding Him because his followers drive me crazy. I am constantly saddened and embarrassed by the ignorance, complacency, and selfishness that I see in the church. Let me take that back... I have not seen it inside the church so often lately, but more like when we escape it's walls and are living out our every day lives.
I feel horrible, because it is not by any fault of God that I am pulling away. I in no way doubt what I believe to be true about Christ, and what I have found i the bible. I am simply so sick of His name being attached to the ridiculousness around me that I almost cringe when I hear it spoken. This is not how it should be. I need to find a church and be connected into a community that reminds me that there are people out there who believe and put into practice the teachings of Christ. I need to be reminded there are others who feel this ache and who want more. I need to know people are just as embarrassed as I am. I feel a bit alone and lost in all of this right now. I get angry and realize it is only covering the confusion and disappointment, so I try not to let it bubble over too much... although then I hit times like these where I feel near panic attack over the question :"WHY!?". Why are people like this? Why do people not CARE about those less fortunate. Why do people not care about those around them beyond what those people can do for them? AND... why do people think they are so much more caring simply because they are Christian? When did people forget a large portion of "becoming christian" is essentially saying "I suck and I need help" (to put it ever so eloquently). AND WHO decided that we are somehow better, more talented, more giving, more selfless than others in this world, simply for admitting we need a higher power and believing in it? When did we forget that EVERYONE is made in the image of God, and EVERYONE has beauty/talent/value... I am ranting. I know. I am just so tired of it all.
I feel like I am in some twisted religious monopoly game where everyone is trying to just do the best for themselves, outsmart everyone else, show no mercy, and God is nothing more then a Get Out of Hell Free card that people keep tucked away for when that time comes. I'm tired of playing :(
I miss having peers who care about the same things that I do. That actually care, don't just hear stories and say "aw buddy" or "oh boo" or "that's the world we live in". I have so few left in my life that truly want to not just see a difference, but make a difference. I know I am nowhere close to alone in this.. i just wish I could be around people with the same passion.
Through is all, I know God is still there. I don't doubt it. In fact, it makes me see our need for Him even more. I just am having trouble separating Him from all the bullshit. It isn't fair, it isn't wise, and I will find my way back... I always do. I just don't know what to do for now... ugh.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
"Baked" Goods
1. I finally had a Dunkin Donut (the boston kreme to be exact). Fabulous. yum yum yum. I want another.
2. I realized that being a gimp, I could finally watch a few shows that I have not had the time to enjoy. I perused my netflix instant and was excited to find Weeds Season 1. This show is hilarious and strangely enough gives me the munchies just by watching it. :)
3. I had a Dr appt yesterday, but for the sake of not returning to lame ads, my f.o.o.t will be referred to as a cupcake, my boot will be frosting, dr the baker, and hosp. the bakery. :) The rest... try to figure out!
I stopped in the to bakery to have the baker do a 3 week follow up on my cupcake. The baker removed the old covering, inspected the cupcake, and I was finally able to put frosting on the cupcake. The cupcake is mishapen and droopy from not being used much, which made me giggle quite a bit when comparing it to the healthy cupcake. However, I was given the sad news that my cupcake is not strong enough to be used yet, and it has to sit still with the frosting on for at least another month. I can occassionally remove the frosting overnight for comfort and air, and to wash the cupcake when needed, but then the frosting must go right back on. Due to travel and the bakery being closed on national holidays, my next visit to the baker can't be until September 14th. So I have 5 more weeks with the frosting, and the cupcake can't have any pressure/weight, so Im stuck with 2.... um... metal toothpicks to move it around until then.
I have a lot to do between now and then... 2 weddings, a bachelorette party in vegas (luckily it's fine for the show, and by that time the cupcake can sit in the pool if careful), my dads bday, the anniversary of our ireland ceremony, and my own birthday. I blame these new developments on my birthday curse! This simply was not the frosted cupcake I expected for these events. Oh Boo. On the positive side (stretching to see it) , I have plenty of time to edit the two weddings I am shooting, I can catch up on my reading, The rest of my body is starting to look like Im eating tons of (real) cupcakes, but soon I should feel good enough for leg lifts, ab work, and I can do free weights, so I can hopefully fix that soon. 2 days after the frosting is removed, Alison is coming to visit, so I'll do my best to show her around while learning to walk again. After that, I have physical therapy, Stephanie's wedding, and then it is back to work and a normal life.
I'm getting antsy for that.
2. I realized that being a gimp, I could finally watch a few shows that I have not had the time to enjoy. I perused my netflix instant and was excited to find Weeds Season 1. This show is hilarious and strangely enough gives me the munchies just by watching it. :)
3. I had a Dr appt yesterday, but for the sake of not returning to lame ads, my f.o.o.t will be referred to as a cupcake, my boot will be frosting, dr the baker, and hosp. the bakery. :) The rest... try to figure out!
I stopped in the to bakery to have the baker do a 3 week follow up on my cupcake. The baker removed the old covering, inspected the cupcake, and I was finally able to put frosting on the cupcake. The cupcake is mishapen and droopy from not being used much, which made me giggle quite a bit when comparing it to the healthy cupcake. However, I was given the sad news that my cupcake is not strong enough to be used yet, and it has to sit still with the frosting on for at least another month. I can occassionally remove the frosting overnight for comfort and air, and to wash the cupcake when needed, but then the frosting must go right back on. Due to travel and the bakery being closed on national holidays, my next visit to the baker can't be until September 14th. So I have 5 more weeks with the frosting, and the cupcake can't have any pressure/weight, so Im stuck with 2.... um... metal toothpicks to move it around until then.
I have a lot to do between now and then... 2 weddings, a bachelorette party in vegas (luckily it's fine for the show, and by that time the cupcake can sit in the pool if careful), my dads bday, the anniversary of our ireland ceremony, and my own birthday. I blame these new developments on my birthday curse! This simply was not the frosted cupcake I expected for these events. Oh Boo. On the positive side (stretching to see it) , I have plenty of time to edit the two weddings I am shooting, I can catch up on my reading, The rest of my body is starting to look like Im eating tons of (real) cupcakes, but soon I should feel good enough for leg lifts, ab work, and I can do free weights, so I can hopefully fix that soon. 2 days after the frosting is removed, Alison is coming to visit, so I'll do my best to show her around while learning to walk again. After that, I have physical therapy, Stephanie's wedding, and then it is back to work and a normal life.
I'm getting antsy for that.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Movin on up! pt 2
Ok, again, thank you to everyone supporting my ads. I promise I will start writing about things other then my f.o.o.t so that more interesting and relevant ads will start popping up. :) So my blogs may be weirdly descriptive/detailed. Sorry :)
I love my apartment so much that it is helping distract me from the fact that I can't go out and enjoy the city yet. I know this may bore many, but for those interested, here is my plan for my room, complete with links and photos.
Here are the first few photos of our new bedroom (please excuse the mess):
The color scheme we are going with is going to be a pop-py red (not actual poppies, just red with a pop), blues (on the lighter/brighter side), brown, and cream/white combos. For the most part :)
Wall #1!
The bed is Malm from Ikea:
I am still stuck as to how to decorate over the bed... Please cast a vote!
If I could afford it...
I would love one of these from Ferm Living
Of course I'm still a sucker for this from Blik
I am also debating a collection of 3 to 4 (8x10) prints lined neatly above the head board. I have narrowed down my favorites from two etsy stores, and could take it two completely different ways.
1. A series of funky/playful images from Toxic Guinea Pig's Shop.The background color can be changed to anyting I want. I would chose from these:
The other option I love is from Unique Art Pendant's Wonderland Collection. I am drawn to this both because I adore classic Alice in Wonderland, but also because I plan to purchase some old hardcover books and transform them into art pieces (more on that when my instruction book arrives in the mail next week!). So while it would not be as colorful, the whimsy would be there. Here are a few of my choices (feel free to peruse the site and let me know if you see another design you like). They would be frames in red, blue, or cream, not sure yet:
My original Idea was to frame an adorable set of quirky cards that I purchased from Paper Source. However, I can't seem to find them in our boxes.... sigh.
I would consider this print and these decals, but then I would feel like I was getting too close to an ikea display... I'd rather get similar art from somewhere like etsy if I could. Plus Im not really a huge flower gal... but man, those huge decals call out to me. why?
especially since I plan to hang this Knappa pendant lamp over the bed
Wall #2!
The chair is a fun little piece I got off of craigslist. Super comfy, and a great place to sit and stare out my window.
The wall will be decorated with my collection of old black and white family photos, but I will be repainting the frames red.
We have a lot missing from this end of the room!
We still need a dresser and a space for James's monitor, so we will either get a sideboard/sofa table for the center and a tall dresser for the corner opposite the blue chair... ooooor we will just get a long low dresser instead of a sideboard. But then what to do with that other corner? hmmmm.... Perhaps... an antique birdcage spray painted in a pop-py color to become home to my future stuffed owl, Errol, made especially for me by the super talented Alisa McPherson (go visit her fabulous etsy shop)?
i like that idea ;)
Here is the window... again, pardon the mess ;)
We definitely need curtains, and while I usually am not a fan of tab top curtains, I like these!
Eventually I need to get some cute material to cover my storage bench under the window, but the sheet does the job for now!
Most of the accessories for the room I already have, and am excited to put them up. I finally am bringing out my small collection of vintage cameras that I have had safely stored for the last few years. I never felt like it was time to put them out, but now there is finally a space for them and I am super excited :) However, there are always those cute little extras one would love should the $$ be endless, sooooo...
Lastly, a few simple accessories that Im drooling over (but will never spend the money on):
Because who doesnt need a snail lamp?
Oh no I just read this is out of stock!!!!! tear... tear...
The following treasures from cb2
1. the ever adorable zuny hippo
2. the carton vase (what can I say I love milk)
3. Hour Glasses to subtley hint to james how much longer he has to turn out the dang light!!! :) hehe
I know, you may be wondering why, for once, there is nothing from Anthropologie that I am oohing and aaahing over.... truth is, I saw something so fabulous yet expensive that it nearly left me in tears, so I will not torture you all (or myself) by posting photos until later. Sigh. Sigh.
Thanks for reading, please chime in, I could use some opinions since none of you can sit here with me in person to brainstorm! I miss you all! And I will post new photos when everything is done :)
I love my apartment so much that it is helping distract me from the fact that I can't go out and enjoy the city yet. I know this may bore many, but for those interested, here is my plan for my room, complete with links and photos.
Here are the first few photos of our new bedroom (please excuse the mess):
The color scheme we are going with is going to be a pop-py red (not actual poppies, just red with a pop), blues (on the lighter/brighter side), brown, and cream/white combos. For the most part :)
Wall #1!
The bed is Malm from Ikea:
I am still stuck as to how to decorate over the bed... Please cast a vote!
If I could afford it...
I would love one of these from Ferm Living
Of course I'm still a sucker for this from Blik
I am also debating a collection of 3 to 4 (8x10) prints lined neatly above the head board. I have narrowed down my favorites from two etsy stores, and could take it two completely different ways.
1. A series of funky/playful images from Toxic Guinea Pig's Shop.The background color can be changed to anyting I want. I would chose from these:
The other option I love is from Unique Art Pendant's Wonderland Collection. I am drawn to this both because I adore classic Alice in Wonderland, but also because I plan to purchase some old hardcover books and transform them into art pieces (more on that when my instruction book arrives in the mail next week!). So while it would not be as colorful, the whimsy would be there. Here are a few of my choices (feel free to peruse the site and let me know if you see another design you like). They would be frames in red, blue, or cream, not sure yet:
My original Idea was to frame an adorable set of quirky cards that I purchased from Paper Source. However, I can't seem to find them in our boxes.... sigh.
I would consider this print and these decals, but then I would feel like I was getting too close to an ikea display... I'd rather get similar art from somewhere like etsy if I could. Plus Im not really a huge flower gal... but man, those huge decals call out to me. why?
especially since I plan to hang this Knappa pendant lamp over the bed
Wall #2!
The chair is a fun little piece I got off of craigslist. Super comfy, and a great place to sit and stare out my window.
The wall will be decorated with my collection of old black and white family photos, but I will be repainting the frames red.
We have a lot missing from this end of the room!
We still need a dresser and a space for James's monitor, so we will either get a sideboard/sofa table for the center and a tall dresser for the corner opposite the blue chair... ooooor we will just get a long low dresser instead of a sideboard. But then what to do with that other corner? hmmmm.... Perhaps... an antique birdcage spray painted in a pop-py color to become home to my future stuffed owl, Errol, made especially for me by the super talented Alisa McPherson (go visit her fabulous etsy shop)?
i like that idea ;)
Here is the window... again, pardon the mess ;)
We definitely need curtains, and while I usually am not a fan of tab top curtains, I like these!
Eventually I need to get some cute material to cover my storage bench under the window, but the sheet does the job for now!
Most of the accessories for the room I already have, and am excited to put them up. I finally am bringing out my small collection of vintage cameras that I have had safely stored for the last few years. I never felt like it was time to put them out, but now there is finally a space for them and I am super excited :) However, there are always those cute little extras one would love should the $$ be endless, sooooo...
Lastly, a few simple accessories that Im drooling over (but will never spend the money on):
Because who doesnt need a snail lamp?
Oh no I just read this is out of stock!!!!! tear... tear...
The following treasures from cb2
1. the ever adorable zuny hippo
2. the carton vase (what can I say I love milk)
3. Hour Glasses to subtley hint to james how much longer he has to turn out the dang light!!! :) hehe
I know, you may be wondering why, for once, there is nothing from Anthropologie that I am oohing and aaahing over.... truth is, I saw something so fabulous yet expensive that it nearly left me in tears, so I will not torture you all (or myself) by posting photos until later. Sigh. Sigh.
Thanks for reading, please chime in, I could use some opinions since none of you can sit here with me in person to brainstorm! I miss you all! And I will post new photos when everything is done :)
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Best of Craigslist
Our internet was installed wrong, so I can't post apartment ideas until tomorrow now!
However, I found this on the Best of Craigslist, and it made me giggle. I'm excited to get back on the Metro, despite all of this :)
Dear MBTA riders,
That sucks about the fare hike huh? Anyway let's talk about proper transit etiquette when one is crammed onto a metal tube with a bunch of strangers, yeah?
1) When you're about to get on a train, you need to realize people are getting off of it. Wait your turn, the train conductors stick their heads out the window looking for people like you, they see you, they're not going to pull away while you're half in the door, even if some of you deserve it.
2) If you're sitting in a handicap seat and you're not handicapped or disabled in any way, you're a dick. Get up and let the elderly person, the guy in an air cast or the pregnant chick sit down. Drunk Sox fans don't count as being disabled, even if they can't walk.
3)Those seats are damn tiny, but they're not urinals. Somehow men seem to play the 1, 3, 5 game with the seats and it's not cool. Guys, you're big and strong and can't possibly be expected to close your legs for fear of damaging your junk. But maybe you could make the exception during rush hour when there are 3 seats in a row and nobody can sit down because your legs and arms are splayed open like the Vitruvian Man.
4) Public transit is one of the last large, government run facilities that does not subject people to searches and carry on scans.We'd like to keep it that way, so please stop being crazy and scaring us. Understand that some people can be paranoid if you're yelling incoherent swears, punching walls randomly or just sitting and simply giving off an aura of violence and have crazy eyes. You know who you are. Get off the train and go calm down and come back when you're not making teenage girls from the suburbs piss their pants.
5) Speaking of teenage girls from the suburbs: I know that riding the train is like probably the coolest thing ever and you have to take pictures for your Facebook profile to put in your **~BOSTOONNNN~** album but try to keep the squealing and braces snapping to a minimum. If you get lost, ask someone in an MBTA uniform where you should go instead of helplessly wailing "Oh my GOD where are we? Oh my god we're going to be killed, we're in Mattapan!"
6) A special note for Red Sox/Bruins fans: Similar to the above statement, we can tell by your dress and your wide eyed, slack jawed expression that you are not used to riding the train and you are so totally lost. There are signs all over the damn place that tell you to take any train except E to Kenmore. I know you're in the big city, but you do not have to act like you think a city dweller acts. We don't knock people the fuck over to get a seat, nor do we Purel every visible skin surface after touching the rails and glare at everyone who nudges us. Newsflash: the train isn't normally this crowded, it's hot and stuffy and packed because of YOU. Have some courtesy, people who are not dressed in head to toe Red Sox gear are probably sick of your shit. Also, Teenage Boys in Nautica Hats and White Jordans: We know you're drinking. You smell like the Captain Morgan's your big sister bought for you. Work on not puking or peeing in your McDonald's cup, and stop swinging from the overhead rails. Otherwise, carry on.
7) Some people I think have attachment issues and seem to be confused about what constitutes a companion. Your lunch box, purse, briefcase and coat do not a person make. Therefore, don't give them their own special seat. There is also no such thing as an Invisible Man, if there is an empty window seat next to you on one of the older green line trains, you need to move in. Small Asian girls with headphones, I'm talking to you.
8) For people with large packages like luggage, baby strollers, huge instruments etc.: I feel you. People are rolling their eyes and sighing and shit but seriously do they want to pay for your cab? What are you supposed to do, stick your baby in the diaper bag and put it on your lap? Or leave your luggage on the plane after what I'm sure was an annoying flight filled with even more assholes than this train? Nope. Tell them to suck it, and to clear a path when you're trying to get off the damn train. See #1 for info on these tards, they're not easy to get around.
9) Don't be so nervous when Spare Change Guy asks you if you have any spare change in that delightful rasping way of his. He's used to being turned down, someone eventually gives him money. I saw a guy get so flustered one time he dropped his briefcase and change went flying everywhere. Spare Change Guy had a field day with him.
10) People generally like to sit and behave themselves on the train. Wherever they're headed, they probably would rather be somewhere else, like home in bed or at the park with their kids or drinking alone in their living rooms. But we all have to deal with each other for these periods of time every day and night and it would be nice if everyone made an effort to stop being so aggravating to everyone else. So, if someone is wearing headphones or reading a book/newspaper, they're probably not looking for a conversation. Leave them alone. Girls don't come on the train to find boyfriends, stop telling us how damn fine we are and that we should be models. Once a comment like that is in the air, you're stuck on the train with that person at least until the next stop and it's awkward for everyone. If someone is sleeping soundly, let the poor guy sleep. He's probably tuckered out from trying to maneuver his way around Red Sox fans. And if someone is truly in need of a seat, or needs help with their groceries, or can't make the step up onto the train, help them out. Good Karma goes a long way and it's about time everyone stopped pretending they're the only person on the train that matters.
Sincerely,
A Frequent Rider.
However, I found this on the Best of Craigslist, and it made me giggle. I'm excited to get back on the Metro, despite all of this :)
Dear MBTA riders,
That sucks about the fare hike huh? Anyway let's talk about proper transit etiquette when one is crammed onto a metal tube with a bunch of strangers, yeah?
1) When you're about to get on a train, you need to realize people are getting off of it. Wait your turn, the train conductors stick their heads out the window looking for people like you, they see you, they're not going to pull away while you're half in the door, even if some of you deserve it.
2) If you're sitting in a handicap seat and you're not handicapped or disabled in any way, you're a dick. Get up and let the elderly person, the guy in an air cast or the pregnant chick sit down. Drunk Sox fans don't count as being disabled, even if they can't walk.
3)Those seats are damn tiny, but they're not urinals. Somehow men seem to play the 1, 3, 5 game with the seats and it's not cool. Guys, you're big and strong and can't possibly be expected to close your legs for fear of damaging your junk. But maybe you could make the exception during rush hour when there are 3 seats in a row and nobody can sit down because your legs and arms are splayed open like the Vitruvian Man.
4) Public transit is one of the last large, government run facilities that does not subject people to searches and carry on scans.We'd like to keep it that way, so please stop being crazy and scaring us. Understand that some people can be paranoid if you're yelling incoherent swears, punching walls randomly or just sitting and simply giving off an aura of violence and have crazy eyes. You know who you are. Get off the train and go calm down and come back when you're not making teenage girls from the suburbs piss their pants.
5) Speaking of teenage girls from the suburbs: I know that riding the train is like probably the coolest thing ever and you have to take pictures for your Facebook profile to put in your **~BOSTOONNNN~** album but try to keep the squealing and braces snapping to a minimum. If you get lost, ask someone in an MBTA uniform where you should go instead of helplessly wailing "Oh my GOD where are we? Oh my god we're going to be killed, we're in Mattapan!"
6) A special note for Red Sox/Bruins fans: Similar to the above statement, we can tell by your dress and your wide eyed, slack jawed expression that you are not used to riding the train and you are so totally lost. There are signs all over the damn place that tell you to take any train except E to Kenmore. I know you're in the big city, but you do not have to act like you think a city dweller acts. We don't knock people the fuck over to get a seat, nor do we Purel every visible skin surface after touching the rails and glare at everyone who nudges us. Newsflash: the train isn't normally this crowded, it's hot and stuffy and packed because of YOU. Have some courtesy, people who are not dressed in head to toe Red Sox gear are probably sick of your shit. Also, Teenage Boys in Nautica Hats and White Jordans: We know you're drinking. You smell like the Captain Morgan's your big sister bought for you. Work on not puking or peeing in your McDonald's cup, and stop swinging from the overhead rails. Otherwise, carry on.
7) Some people I think have attachment issues and seem to be confused about what constitutes a companion. Your lunch box, purse, briefcase and coat do not a person make. Therefore, don't give them their own special seat. There is also no such thing as an Invisible Man, if there is an empty window seat next to you on one of the older green line trains, you need to move in. Small Asian girls with headphones, I'm talking to you.
8) For people with large packages like luggage, baby strollers, huge instruments etc.: I feel you. People are rolling their eyes and sighing and shit but seriously do they want to pay for your cab? What are you supposed to do, stick your baby in the diaper bag and put it on your lap? Or leave your luggage on the plane after what I'm sure was an annoying flight filled with even more assholes than this train? Nope. Tell them to suck it, and to clear a path when you're trying to get off the damn train. See #1 for info on these tards, they're not easy to get around.
9) Don't be so nervous when Spare Change Guy asks you if you have any spare change in that delightful rasping way of his. He's used to being turned down, someone eventually gives him money. I saw a guy get so flustered one time he dropped his briefcase and change went flying everywhere. Spare Change Guy had a field day with him.
10) People generally like to sit and behave themselves on the train. Wherever they're headed, they probably would rather be somewhere else, like home in bed or at the park with their kids or drinking alone in their living rooms. But we all have to deal with each other for these periods of time every day and night and it would be nice if everyone made an effort to stop being so aggravating to everyone else. So, if someone is wearing headphones or reading a book/newspaper, they're probably not looking for a conversation. Leave them alone. Girls don't come on the train to find boyfriends, stop telling us how damn fine we are and that we should be models. Once a comment like that is in the air, you're stuck on the train with that person at least until the next stop and it's awkward for everyone. If someone is sleeping soundly, let the poor guy sleep. He's probably tuckered out from trying to maneuver his way around Red Sox fans. And if someone is truly in need of a seat, or needs help with their groceries, or can't make the step up onto the train, help them out. Good Karma goes a long way and it's about time everyone stopped pretending they're the only person on the train that matters.
Sincerely,
A Frequent Rider.
and now for something completely different...
We will not have our own internet until tonight (we are borrowing, hehe, and I can't post my follow up about the apartment until then. However, people have informed me that the ads on my page are a bit of a downer, so I will now post a blog full of words about happy things in hopes to change that soon. . . Ok Gmar, this is for you!
Puppies, doggies, paws, furry, fluffy, woof, kitties, kittens, tails, wiggle, rain, rainy, cloudy, clouds, bundled, cuddle, cozy, nap, dream, sweet dreams, fireplace, hot cocoa, tv, movies, netflix, books, new books, used books, reading, literature, music, records, sound, pitch, chord, tune, guitar, piano, violins, itunes, home, relaxing, cooking, cupcakes, cake, yummy cake, frosting, red velvet, sprinkles, muffins, brownies, cookies, chocolate, baking, goodies, gadgets, shopping, anthropologie, CB2, decorating, decor, design, decals, accessories, art, painting, prints, framing, photography, camera, lenses, photojournalism, landscape, tourists, travel, europe, holidays, trains, planes, ireland, guinness, green, wedding, happy, content, excited, friends, friendship, pals, buddies, family, laughter, hugs, silliness, walking, exploring, water, rivers, floating, sunshine, beasts, and beastliness.
Please feel free to leave comments with what I could add. :) Thanks!
Puppies, doggies, paws, furry, fluffy, woof, kitties, kittens, tails, wiggle, rain, rainy, cloudy, clouds, bundled, cuddle, cozy, nap, dream, sweet dreams, fireplace, hot cocoa, tv, movies, netflix, books, new books, used books, reading, literature, music, records, sound, pitch, chord, tune, guitar, piano, violins, itunes, home, relaxing, cooking, cupcakes, cake, yummy cake, frosting, red velvet, sprinkles, muffins, brownies, cookies, chocolate, baking, goodies, gadgets, shopping, anthropologie, CB2, decorating, decor, design, decals, accessories, art, painting, prints, framing, photography, camera, lenses, photojournalism, landscape, tourists, travel, europe, holidays, trains, planes, ireland, guinness, green, wedding, happy, content, excited, friends, friendship, pals, buddies, family, laughter, hugs, silliness, walking, exploring, water, rivers, floating, sunshine, beasts, and beastliness.
Please feel free to leave comments with what I could add. :) Thanks!
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Movin on up! pt 1
To the East side!
To a deluxe apartment in the sky *cough* or the bottom floor with no pato but still huge and awesome*cough* yyyyyy!
Movin on up,
To the east side.
We finally got a piece of the (boston cream) pie!
At last, we have arrived and are beginning to settle in! I was completely shocked by how fabulous our complex, and the apartment itself, has turned out to be. My first day here I exhausted myself crutching between building seeing everything my new home had to offer... here are a few highlights:
*Fitness room- it has AC, hallelujah! There are locker rooms, saunas, plenty of cardio machines all complete with individual televisions (so I can watch my mindless TV while power walking), free weights, machines for every muscle, and more!
I now have NO excuse to be out of shape the next time most of you see me. Except Alison, i'll still be in physical therapy when you get here!
*Screening Room- Imagine my glee to finally arrive in front of our screening room, which is open to reserve whenever we please. Inside this (air conditioned) room is a massive screen, projector, and about 15-20 leather arm chairs. They were kind enough to design the room with enough open space to fit tables, should a party be in order. I hear there will be a film club starting soon. Seriously... thrilled.
*"Rec Room"- complete with cards table, pool table, and a seperate room with flatscreens, fireplace, and many couches & armchairs. hmmmmm happy.
Our apartment itself is huge, I was a bit shocked when we opened the door for the first time. Our ceilings are 10ft, and each window is the size of the sliding glass doors at my old place. I could probably do a full rhythmic gymnastics routine in my living room, if I were not a gimp (and had a smidgin of coordination). Our room is cozy, just big enough for what we need.
I will do my best to post pictures soon, once the landmines have been cleared away. All the clutter that comes with unpacking is a serious hazard to a crutchy!
It is now time for lunch! I will return later to share the items I am drooling over to complete my new room! Sigh. What a horrible time to be bringing in no income! ha.
Cheers, Briana
To a deluxe apartment in the sky *cough* or the bottom floor with no pato but still huge and awesome*cough* yyyyyy!
Movin on up,
To the east side.
We finally got a piece of the (boston cream) pie!
At last, we have arrived and are beginning to settle in! I was completely shocked by how fabulous our complex, and the apartment itself, has turned out to be. My first day here I exhausted myself crutching between building seeing everything my new home had to offer... here are a few highlights:
*Fitness room- it has AC, hallelujah! There are locker rooms, saunas, plenty of cardio machines all complete with individual televisions (so I can watch my mindless TV while power walking), free weights, machines for every muscle, and more!
I now have NO excuse to be out of shape the next time most of you see me. Except Alison, i'll still be in physical therapy when you get here!
*Screening Room- Imagine my glee to finally arrive in front of our screening room, which is open to reserve whenever we please. Inside this (air conditioned) room is a massive screen, projector, and about 15-20 leather arm chairs. They were kind enough to design the room with enough open space to fit tables, should a party be in order. I hear there will be a film club starting soon. Seriously... thrilled.
*"Rec Room"- complete with cards table, pool table, and a seperate room with flatscreens, fireplace, and many couches & armchairs. hmmmmm happy.
Our apartment itself is huge, I was a bit shocked when we opened the door for the first time. Our ceilings are 10ft, and each window is the size of the sliding glass doors at my old place. I could probably do a full rhythmic gymnastics routine in my living room, if I were not a gimp (and had a smidgin of coordination). Our room is cozy, just big enough for what we need.
I will do my best to post pictures soon, once the landmines have been cleared away. All the clutter that comes with unpacking is a serious hazard to a crutchy!
It is now time for lunch! I will return later to share the items I am drooling over to complete my new room! Sigh. What a horrible time to be bringing in no income! ha.
Cheers, Briana
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