A Retrospective Look at 2008

My final post of this year will be a retrospective look at 2008 as it pertains to me; followed by things expected in 2009.

December: Decided to go to Disneyland in January. Drove mom around because I have a SUV and her car was stuck in the driveway during the "December Storm." Did not receive bunny or boat as asked for on Christmas.

November: I met Ryan Rowland-Smith! During Thanksgiving: mom burnt my stove top and I forgot to add sugar to the pumpkin pie.

October: After 2 years, I returned to the gym to work out (yes, I'm still going). Traveled to and from St. Joseph's to visit dad in hospital (he had an aneurysm on top of an aneurysm).

September: Jeremy and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary. Went to Tristan's 1st birthday (had a smashing good time).

August: Went to Mexico for my brother's wedding. Took a mini vacation with Jeremy to San Diego to touch dolphins and macaroni penguins.

July: Estelle Getty passed away.

June: Worked way too much.

May: House, cat and dog sat.

April: Went to a Rascal Flatts concert. Took a photography class which renewed my interest in picture taking.

March: Went to Mariner's opening day at Safeco Field. Did not receive bunny as asked for on Easter; perhaps due to Dad having a stroke.

February: Jeremy celebrated his 26th birthday.

January: Had my 23rd birthday. Did not receive bunny or boat as asked for on my birthday.

As for 2009

January: Jeremy and I are going to be in Anaheim, CA from the 9-14 to play around in Disneyland. Will celebrate my golden birthday; 24. I plan on asking for a bunny and a boat.

February: Jeremy will turn 27. My brother will turn 30! Anticipating on going to the Brad Paisley concert.

March: Might finally be used to writing 2009 instead of 2008.

April: Going to Mariner's opening day at Safeco Field. Plan on asking for a bunny for Easter.

Top Ten Politically Correct Christmas Carols

I found this card (made by Carlton Cards) at Target, but I have nobody to give it to as I forgot about it then bought everyone different cards yesterday. I will share this with my readers.

10. O Holiday Tree

9. Have Yourself a Merry Little Day of Winter

8. Frosty the Snowperson

7. Chestnuts Roasting on a Safely Contained, Continuously Monitored, Eco-friendly, Nontoxic Outdoor Fire (For Which I Do Have a Permit)

6. Higher Power Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen

5. Grandma Allegedly Got Run Over By an Unidentified Non-Human Perpetrator

4. Deck the Halls With Boughs of Unendangered Foliage (If Office Policy Permits)

3. Hark! The Herald Mythical Winged Creature Sings

2. I Saw Mommy Greeting Santa Claus With a Purely Platonic Expression of Inoffensive Mutual Affection

1. I'll Be Home for a Short Period of Time in December

OTR: December Storm edition

Snow may result in the excessive consumption of hot cocoa, but it also brings the stupid drivers. My On The Red this month will focus on those stupid drivers.

1. Just because you have one or more of the following; an SUV/Truck, snow tires, chains and/or 4 wheel drive, doesn't mean you can drive 60 mph even if that is the posted speed limit.

2. Don't ride my tail because I'm being cautious when the roads are icy. You may be at fault for the accident, but I still don't have the money to pay for repairs until your insurance company coughs up the dough.

3. I don't care that the sand/de-icer truck has been down the street, ice and snow does accumulate.

4. I understand stopping takes a bit more finesse during these conditions, but don't go 30 mph down an obviously unkempt hill and not even make an effort to warn other drivers that you are indeed going to blast through the solid red light like a liquid explosion.

To those who actually drive extra cautiously in the snow and those who just stay inside, thank you for being safe and smart.

To those who think driving in snow is the same as driving while eating an ice cream cone (because it too is chilly), I hope you find yourself in a ditch...with minor car damage...not too much, just enough for me to laugh at you without feeling guilty.

Not in a Mini!

This past summer I started using the "Tide to Go" pen. It has not only save many of my clothes, but Jeremy's white work shirt (my delicious spaghetti sauce) and Allie's white tank top (ketchup from fair fries) as well. I highly recommend keeping one handy for just such emergencies.

A few months ago I saw a rather delightful commercial for the "Tide to Go" pen, now in a mini! I was very excited to learn about this. So for the past few months I have been making stops down the laundry detergent aisle and even checking the end caps of check out lines at the stores and have not been able to locate said pen. I have made multiple stops at QFC, Fred Meyer, Safeway, Rite Aid and even Big Lots and still have not found the mini version of it.

I am starting to question its existence. If any of my (I think 3 now) readers know where I can find the "Tide to Go Mini" I would love to know. It would also make a great Christmas gift!