Taco-less Tuesday

We were going to meet at Buffalo Inn for tacos tonight, but it was determined to be too hot to sit outside. So, the tacos have been postponed to next week. Well, I'm sure they were still available for those who went to BI, but we have postponed our consumption of buffalo tacos until next week.

Other than that, the day was pretty much another day in the life. Got up, went to work, came home, ate dinner, computered and am watching tv. Try to contain your jealousy.

Don't Know Who Is At Fault

Sure wasted my time this morning. Finally had my appointment at DMV to bring in the paperwork from the eye doctor. The first thing the guy does is ask me to read the eye chart. I explain to him that I can't read the eye chart with only my left eye, which is why the doctor filled out the forms stating that I am ok to drive. Apparently, no I'm not. Now I have to go back at the end of October and take a driving test, "just to make sure" that I can drive. Of course, they extended my current drivers' license so I can continue driving (even though I am too blind to do so). So, is the DMV at fault for telling me I only had to have the paperwork done (otherwise I would have taken the test a month ago) or is the eye doctor at fault for telling me that I was ok to drive? *sigh* I hate going to the DMV. By the way, according to the guy at the DMV, I am legally blind in my left eye.

Stopped off at Duh's on the way home from work to check up on George. He was very happy to see me. I made sure he had plenty of food and water, cleaned out his box and let him drink from the faucet for a while. Spent about 15 minutes or so, I guess.

Have to decide if I want to watch DWTS tonight, or the CBS lineup. I think I may go for the sitcoms. OH - forgot to post yesterday: The Kids came over to do laundry yesterday after we met for breakfast. They wanted to watch the DVDs of "Pushing Daisies" (or at least The Girl wanted to) and I reminded them that I only have the laptop, so we'd have to hook it up to the TV so everyone could see the show. They said they had to stop off "to get quarters for the washing machine". Well, what they actually did was go to Target and bought me a DVD player to replace the defective one I had! Wasn't that nice of them!!!

Today's picture is of my nephew Hoover, inspecting the All-iday prizes.

The All-iday

The All-iday is over and, in my humble opinion, was a great success. There was a nice turnout of people and all seemed to mingle and converse together well. Sis and Rafe should be very pleased with themselves!

I carpooled over with The Boy (we stopped for eggs Benedict at Tommy's on the way) and had a nice drive to LB. As we pulled up to the curb to park (about an hour early), we noticed that they had decorated the deck - isn't it cool? I'm sure Sis has posted a similar picture over at Needles & Spins but I couldn't resist. I just thought this guy was great! The rest of the house looked good, too -- they had rearranged a few things and set up a few more since I had been there last week. Of course, they have such an eclectic decorating style anyway, they really didn't need to do a bunch for the party. Dad and J also arrived early, and Dad gave us some of Auntie's jewelry. I have a couple of rings and a bunch of earrings. Probably won't wear a lot of the earrings but I'm keeping them because they were Auntie's. Dad also said he wants lists from us as to who wants what of his belongings so we don't have to sort through after he's gone. I'd rather he not leave.

More guests arrived, and the food was set up and people began eating. Everything was really yummy. People wandered and talked and socialized for a couple of hours. We played the Hand Slap game, which was technically won by Sis and MH2. However, since Sis didn't feel she should win a prize at her own party (even though she really really wanted one of them), there was a "sudden death" round between MH2 and the last two to be eliminated - The Boy and Warren. Unfortunately for The Boy, he was eliminated quickly. Prizes were distributed, opened and admired.

There was more conversation, and a few late arrivals which made for more mingling and talking. And eating, since it would have been rude to ignore the offerings of the new guests. We were the last to leave -- I got home about 11:00 or so. Happy, tired, and having forgotten my bowls. Can't wait for the Pirate Party next year! (there are a couple more pictures at Flickr)

Sometimes It Is Good

Today in particular, I am glad to be a temp where I am working. This weekend is inventory, and I don't have to participate! The "regular" employees had to come in for their regular shifts today. They are now at their dinner break (company is supplying food) and will start inventory at 6:00. They'll work a few hours tonight and then go back tomorrow to finish up. I, on the other hand, am sitting on my couch anticipating having bean 'n' cheese burritos in a little bit. I'll be watching the last couple of episodes of Pushing Daisies while I prepare my contribution for the All-iday. Then, tomorrow, while they are finishing up the inventory I'll be eagerly anticipating the party! I'm sure they'll be finished long before the 3:00 pm start time, but I won't be all tired and grumpy from having to work on a Saturday. I may be tired, and I may be grumpy, but it won't be because of work. So there.

I still can't believe the ineptness of the Fang tribe on Survivor: Gabon. They need to just vote off the entire tribe and put me out of my misery.

Survivor Recap

http://cbs.seenon.com/detail.php?p=64770 (I need one of these)

S = Kota - Bob
B = Fang - Matty

EPISODE ONE 9.25.08 - Kota (Yellow) Fang (Red)

1st challenge (corn & beans) - Kota (B $.50)
1st crush - Charlie (Marcus) and Ken (Michelle)
1st injury - Randy
1st immunity (and fire) challenge - Kota (B $1.00)
1st voted out - Michelle
Reward (fishing gear)/immunity challenge - Kota (B $1.50)
1st to Exile Island - Dan
2nd voted out - Gillian