How much?
So I'm starting to get jealous of everyones' custom blogs... I decided I will auction off the opportunity to design my blog to the highest bidder.
Let the bidding wars begin.
Love and Life: The Blog Formally Known As: The Rants and Raves of Miss Tina Fabulous
Monday, June 23, 2008
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
My Favorite Show
Is totally back on. I know what you all are thinking: Project Runway isn't on yet. Well everyone, just so you know, that is my 2nd favorite show (and it starts July 11 btw) but my NUMERO UNO Favorite Show is So You Think You Can Dance! (SYTYCD!) I missed it ALL last summer when I was in Europe, so I am totally making up for it this summer. So far my favorites are: Chelsea, Kerington, Comfort and Twitch. Its only been 1 week of the real competition, so I'm sure my favorites will alter a little, but I have such a good feeling about this season!
Oh and just a little plug: Amy keeps great tabs on SYTYCD also...you can check out her blog for videos, details, etc.
Is totally back on. I know what you all are thinking: Project Runway isn't on yet. Well everyone, just so you know, that is my 2nd favorite show (and it starts July 11 btw) but my NUMERO UNO Favorite Show is So You Think You Can Dance! (SYTYCD!) I missed it ALL last summer when I was in Europe, so I am totally making up for it this summer. So far my favorites are: Chelsea, Kerington, Comfort and Twitch. Its only been 1 week of the real competition, so I'm sure my favorites will alter a little, but I have such a good feeling about this season!
Oh and just a little plug: Amy keeps great tabs on SYTYCD also...you can check out her blog for videos, details, etc.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
No Water= No Food.
I saw on the news that there was a Water Main that broke in Montgomery County/Rockville, MD yesterday and noted that there were people without water--period. I also noted that my office is in Rockville, MD; but did not connect any direct interference into my life.
That is until I tried to buy lunch.
Normally, I go out to lunch. It gives me a chance to get out of the office and have a break in my day. However, today my boss decided that we should have a BYOL meeting. Since my commute takes over an hour every morning, I thus decided I would buy a salad from the Cafeteria on the first floor for my BYOL. As I entered the cafeteria, however, it was EMPTY. Not only of people, but of food as well. Apparently because of the water main breakage, the restaraunt didnt have water; to wash hands, cook, etc. So I bought an apple.
As soon as my boss caught wind of this, he decided we could grab potbelly's (an east coast college-style sandwich place). We jet off to Potbellys only to find that they too, were closed (note: we did call in advance to make sure it was open, but found out later we called the wrong one!). Immediately we headed 1 mile in the other direction to a shopping plaza, Falls Grove. Falls Grove clearly hadn't been affected by the water main break because it was flooded with cars. We had to park in corporate parking, run to safeway to grab a quick bite -- which turned out to be my only saving grace. Safeway is selling stomphouse chili today (Miss Stephanie can attest to this being my favorite!) Quickly feeling right at home, I grab some chili, a bread bowl and head out the door.
What an adventure.
I saw on the news that there was a Water Main that broke in Montgomery County/Rockville, MD yesterday and noted that there were people without water--period. I also noted that my office is in Rockville, MD; but did not connect any direct interference into my life.
That is until I tried to buy lunch.
Normally, I go out to lunch. It gives me a chance to get out of the office and have a break in my day. However, today my boss decided that we should have a BYOL meeting. Since my commute takes over an hour every morning, I thus decided I would buy a salad from the Cafeteria on the first floor for my BYOL. As I entered the cafeteria, however, it was EMPTY. Not only of people, but of food as well. Apparently because of the water main breakage, the restaraunt didnt have water; to wash hands, cook, etc. So I bought an apple.
As soon as my boss caught wind of this, he decided we could grab potbelly's (an east coast college-style sandwich place). We jet off to Potbellys only to find that they too, were closed (note: we did call in advance to make sure it was open, but found out later we called the wrong one!). Immediately we headed 1 mile in the other direction to a shopping plaza, Falls Grove. Falls Grove clearly hadn't been affected by the water main break because it was flooded with cars. We had to park in corporate parking, run to safeway to grab a quick bite -- which turned out to be my only saving grace. Safeway is selling stomphouse chili today (Miss Stephanie can attest to this being my favorite!) Quickly feeling right at home, I grab some chili, a bread bowl and head out the door.
What an adventure.
Monday, June 16, 2008
The 2nd Day I forgot My Umbrella.
Not that it would really make a difference this time. The storm was out of control, with water up to my ankles. I left work early in an attempt to miss the wrath of the storm, and thought I had it timed perfectly until the Shuttle that picks me up from the Metro didn't show up! Thus allowing me to find refuge under a freeway underpass (still getting wet by the storm). I covered my ears as the thunder raged, and chivered as the temperature dropped from 80 to 60 degrees.
I finally got home 45 minutes later to a black apartment. Apparently the big storm wiped out my power. I did some work by candlelight for a few hours and ate a sandwich and some carrots (did you know that no power means no way to cook food?!) Needless to say I quickly realized how much I rely upon technology and especially power on a daily basis. It is the basis of everything that I do! I was even ashamed of myself when I caught myself saying "thank goodness I have the internet on my Blackberry!".
What has the world come to?
Note: the power did come back on 5 hours later...
Not that it would really make a difference this time. The storm was out of control, with water up to my ankles. I left work early in an attempt to miss the wrath of the storm, and thought I had it timed perfectly until the Shuttle that picks me up from the Metro didn't show up! Thus allowing me to find refuge under a freeway underpass (still getting wet by the storm). I covered my ears as the thunder raged, and chivered as the temperature dropped from 80 to 60 degrees.
I finally got home 45 minutes later to a black apartment. Apparently the big storm wiped out my power. I did some work by candlelight for a few hours and ate a sandwich and some carrots (did you know that no power means no way to cook food?!) Needless to say I quickly realized how much I rely upon technology and especially power on a daily basis. It is the basis of everything that I do! I was even ashamed of myself when I caught myself saying "thank goodness I have the internet on my Blackberry!".
What has the world come to?
Note: the power did come back on 5 hours later...
Tuesday, June 10, 2008
Monday, June 09, 2008
Global Warming?
So there is this ridiculous heat wave in DC right now. Luckily I was in Utah for the last couple days and missed the majority of it, but dont worry I came back at 11:00pm last night to 80 degrees + 90% humidity.
Kill Me.
Today's forcast isnt much better. So on my way to lunch at The Rio with a couple of intern cohorts, we get stopped by a news crew to be interviewed about the insane heat. Not afraid to be in front of the camera, and with the cameraman begging for mercy to be able to complete his assignment and get back to some air conditioned faciltiy, we accepted their request and rambled on about what we are doing to survive the miserable days.
Look for me on the 5:00 news, that is, the Maryland News. Maybe it will be on YouTube. I'm pretty sure I gave an outstanding performance.
So there is this ridiculous heat wave in DC right now. Luckily I was in Utah for the last couple days and missed the majority of it, but dont worry I came back at 11:00pm last night to 80 degrees + 90% humidity.
Kill Me.
Today's forcast isnt much better. So on my way to lunch at The Rio with a couple of intern cohorts, we get stopped by a news crew to be interviewed about the insane heat. Not afraid to be in front of the camera, and with the cameraman begging for mercy to be able to complete his assignment and get back to some air conditioned faciltiy, we accepted their request and rambled on about what we are doing to survive the miserable days.
Look for me on the 5:00 news, that is, the Maryland News. Maybe it will be on YouTube. I'm pretty sure I gave an outstanding performance.
Monday, June 02, 2008
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Back in London Town?
Metro Rides to a foreign place
Weekend Markets
Relentless Rain Storms
Chaotic Museums
Although I enjoyed my stay in London I didn't realize I would be revisiting it this Saturday as I ventured out to explore this city I now call home. Although, I must say that despite how great our Nation's Capital is, no city compares to London, especially in regards to markets, rain, and museums!
Yesterday I found myself a bit unprepared for the weather (noted in the picture below), but with that said, I have to admit a small secret of mine. I love getting caught in a summer rain storm. There is just something about finding yourself completely helpless and not to mention soaking wet. I couldn't help but laugh and feel invigorated.
An imperfect day only makes the perfect days that much more perfect.
Metro Rides to a foreign place
Weekend Markets
Relentless Rain Storms
Chaotic Museums
Although I enjoyed my stay in London I didn't realize I would be revisiting it this Saturday as I ventured out to explore this city I now call home. Although, I must say that despite how great our Nation's Capital is, no city compares to London, especially in regards to markets, rain, and museums!
Yesterday I found myself a bit unprepared for the weather (noted in the picture below), but with that said, I have to admit a small secret of mine. I love getting caught in a summer rain storm. There is just something about finding yourself completely helpless and not to mention soaking wet. I couldn't help but laugh and feel invigorated.
An imperfect day only makes the perfect days that much more perfect.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Bold.
Seriously I want to know where (seriously) old men have the audacity to think they can actually ask a beautiful, young aspiring woman on a date?? I mean, maybe I'm totally taking this the wrong way but why take the opportunity to make a comfortable, friendly situation totally and completely awkward? Not to mention permanately establishing yourself as a creepy old man when you could avoid the situation otherwise?
One might ask, what was my response? I absolutely lied and said my boyfriend lives in the city with me. That scared him off and shifted the conversation into a series of "don't tell you boyfriend" and "please forget what I said..." Forget what you said?! Seriously, like that is going to happen. Oh, and did I mention the aforementioned creepy old man is my shuttle bus driver? Yup, I have the potential of seeing him at least once a day.
Seriously I want to know where (seriously) old men have the audacity to think they can actually ask a beautiful, young aspiring woman on a date?? I mean, maybe I'm totally taking this the wrong way but why take the opportunity to make a comfortable, friendly situation totally and completely awkward? Not to mention permanately establishing yourself as a creepy old man when you could avoid the situation otherwise?
One might ask, what was my response? I absolutely lied and said my boyfriend lives in the city with me. That scared him off and shifted the conversation into a series of "don't tell you boyfriend" and "please forget what I said..." Forget what you said?! Seriously, like that is going to happen. Oh, and did I mention the aforementioned creepy old man is my shuttle bus driver? Yup, I have the potential of seeing him at least once a day.
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Update:
So I realized that my sparadic blogging may have left some of you clueless as to (a) what I am doing and (b) where I am doing it.
I took an internship with FINRA (Note: Definition of FINRA: Private Non Profit that is basically the FBI of the NYSE) in their Organizational Training & Development Department in the Human Resources Department. So far, I am thoroughly enjoying being back in the workforce and working with such great people. I think its going to be a fantastic summer! Oh, and did I mention FINRA is located in the greater DC area? Because I chose to live in Virginia, I have a bit of a commute, but I am learning to enjoy my "me" time I get every day on the metro.
I am also looking forward to exploring a new city and also catching up on the summer shows I missed last summer, like SYTYCD and Project Runway!!
So I realized that my sparadic blogging may have left some of you clueless as to (a) what I am doing and (b) where I am doing it.
I took an internship with FINRA (Note: Definition of FINRA: Private Non Profit that is basically the FBI of the NYSE) in their Organizational Training & Development Department in the Human Resources Department. So far, I am thoroughly enjoying being back in the workforce and working with such great people. I think its going to be a fantastic summer! Oh, and did I mention FINRA is located in the greater DC area? Because I chose to live in Virginia, I have a bit of a commute, but I am learning to enjoy my "me" time I get every day on the metro.
I am also looking forward to exploring a new city and also catching up on the summer shows I missed last summer, like SYTYCD and Project Runway!!
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Reducing my carbon footprint?
I decided to walk to the grocery store today. (Ok, so I didnt have a choice; I moved to Washington D.C. sans cougbnd). At first I was invigorated by this new opportunity-- until I realized maybe I shouldn't have walked to the grocery store on my first time getting groceries. Oh and did I mention hungry because I hadnt eaten all day (noted ... just moved and no groceries). Therefore, I grossly overestimated my capacity for carrying groceries across the street (yet still a few blocks) home. After purchasing my food I realized I had a full cart and only my 2 legs to get me home. Clearly I wasnt considering this fact not only by the amount of groceries, but what I chose to buy including:
1. Milk
2. Silk Chocolate Milk
3. Orange Juice
4. Bolthouse Juice (large)
5. Eggs
6. Individual Watermelon
and the list goes on and on. Woops. Thankfully Miss Anna worked out my arms pretty good last week so they were nice and strong and ready for the 15 min workout to my house. I got plenty of funny looks but at least I learned my lesson and had a great experience on my first day in D.C.
Oh and in case you were wondering, I totally left my grocery saks at home to be shipped to me ... so although I saved the earth from carbon emissions... I used way to many plastic bags :(
I decided to walk to the grocery store today. (Ok, so I didnt have a choice; I moved to Washington D.C. sans cougbnd). At first I was invigorated by this new opportunity-- until I realized maybe I shouldn't have walked to the grocery store on my first time getting groceries. Oh and did I mention hungry because I hadnt eaten all day (noted ... just moved and no groceries). Therefore, I grossly overestimated my capacity for carrying groceries across the street (yet still a few blocks) home. After purchasing my food I realized I had a full cart and only my 2 legs to get me home. Clearly I wasnt considering this fact not only by the amount of groceries, but what I chose to buy including:
1. Milk
2. Silk Chocolate Milk
3. Orange Juice
4. Bolthouse Juice (large)
5. Eggs
6. Individual Watermelon
and the list goes on and on. Woops. Thankfully Miss Anna worked out my arms pretty good last week so they were nice and strong and ready for the 15 min workout to my house. I got plenty of funny looks but at least I learned my lesson and had a great experience on my first day in D.C.
Oh and in case you were wondering, I totally left my grocery saks at home to be shipped to me ... so although I saved the earth from carbon emissions... I used way to many plastic bags :(
Wednesday, April 30, 2008
The Crazy Mixed Up World of F-Chat.
I'm sure you all have noticed the new application on the FACE. We all are subjected to it, despite our likes or dislikes. I recently signed onto facebook to reply to a post and was bombarded with chats from random people I havent talked to in months or years --- let explain my thoughts on this.
1. People think their cool or "connected" because they are on THE FACE
2. Those who are ubber excited about F-Chat are those that arent really cool because they clearly dont know about G-CHAT.
3. These people then get over-excited and start chatting up whomever they possibly can on THE FACE for the sole face that there are other people online, even (or especially) if those people are completely random and people they dont care enough to connect with by messaging, etc. on THE FACE, just so they can F-CHAT.
Deduction: G-CHAT the grand daddy of F-CHAT. Get on G and leave THE FACE out of it.
I'm sure you all have noticed the new application on the FACE. We all are subjected to it, despite our likes or dislikes. I recently signed onto facebook to reply to a post and was bombarded with chats from random people I havent talked to in months or years --- let explain my thoughts on this.
1. People think their cool or "connected" because they are on THE FACE
2. Those who are ubber excited about F-Chat are those that arent really cool because they clearly dont know about G-CHAT.
3. These people then get over-excited and start chatting up whomever they possibly can on THE FACE for the sole face that there are other people online, even (or especially) if those people are completely random and people they dont care enough to connect with by messaging, etc. on THE FACE, just so they can F-CHAT.
Deduction: G-CHAT the grand daddy of F-CHAT. Get on G and leave THE FACE out of it.
Monday, April 14, 2008
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Its Back.
We are all excited, I know, to be reunited with our favorite people. There was a time where we had to rely on the "good ol times" to make it through the separation, but alas Michael, Jim, Dwight, Andy, Pam, Angela, Toby, and the rest of our favorites are back to warm our souls again.
8:00pm tonight. Dont let them down.
We are all excited, I know, to be reunited with our favorite people. There was a time where we had to rely on the "good ol times" to make it through the separation, but alas Michael, Jim, Dwight, Andy, Pam, Angela, Toby, and the rest of our favorites are back to warm our souls again.
8:00pm tonight. Dont let them down.
Tuesday, April 08, 2008
Friday, April 04, 2008
Miss Stephanie-Fabulousa
One of my very favorite and fabulous people i have been fortunate enough to be acquainted with, and count as one of my very best friends is visiting today. Maybe she'll like Provo so much she'll just stay. OK just kidding nothing is better than living in Orange County.
Love you Steph.
One of my very favorite and fabulous people i have been fortunate enough to be acquainted with, and count as one of my very best friends is visiting today. Maybe she'll like Provo so much she'll just stay. OK just kidding nothing is better than living in Orange County.
Love you Steph.
Monday, March 31, 2008
T Girl's Game:
10 Years Ago: I was in 8th grade at Douglas Jr High!
5 Things on my to-do list today: Oh dang just 5? Make someone smile, do something nice for someone, HW/studying, sign my offer letter, write my lil sis on the mission.
Snacks I enjoy: Mini cadburry eggs, chocolate covered cinnomin bears, string cheese, apples and peanut butter, bananas, dried mango. Tea.
Things I would do if I were a billionaire: Pay tithing, invest half of the rest, take my mom and sisters on a shopping spree, plan a vaca to greece ... donate to a charity. not sure which on yet.
3 of my bad habits: Stress out, impatience, procrastinate
5 places I have lived: Woodland, Bakersfield, Costa Mesa (with Steph!), Irvine (With Katie and Amy!), Provo
5 Jobs I have had: Lifeguard/swim instructor, Watson Realty, Administrative Assistant for MPG Law, and STUDENT!
5 things people don't know about me: My first favorite temple: St George, I won the science fair in 4th grade, I used to think that I could buy anything I ever needed at the GAP, I was a cheerleader in high school, and I want to save the world.
10 Years Ago: I was in 8th grade at Douglas Jr High!
5 Things on my to-do list today: Oh dang just 5? Make someone smile, do something nice for someone, HW/studying, sign my offer letter, write my lil sis on the mission.
Snacks I enjoy: Mini cadburry eggs, chocolate covered cinnomin bears, string cheese, apples and peanut butter, bananas, dried mango. Tea.
Things I would do if I were a billionaire: Pay tithing, invest half of the rest, take my mom and sisters on a shopping spree, plan a vaca to greece ... donate to a charity. not sure which on yet.
3 of my bad habits: Stress out, impatience, procrastinate
5 places I have lived: Woodland, Bakersfield, Costa Mesa (with Steph!), Irvine (With Katie and Amy!), Provo
5 Jobs I have had: Lifeguard/swim instructor, Watson Realty, Administrative Assistant for MPG Law, and STUDENT!
5 things people don't know about me: My first favorite temple: St George, I won the science fair in 4th grade, I used to think that I could buy anything I ever needed at the GAP, I was a cheerleader in high school, and I want to save the world.
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