September 26, 2003
.oops, I did it again!
Well, what was I expecting? When you go down a few sizes, you go down a few sizes. While some of that may please me, some of it didn't. Combine that with the fact that I can't replace my entire wardrobe overnight to accomodate my new size, and add that they were available, and you'll understand I ate a few truffel pepernoten last night. So I drank maybe a bit too much herbal tea, which is giving me minor cramps today. G** d***it!
Still, it's sooo nice to wear a size 4. Mmmm, going dancing tonight. Yeah!
Music in my head: a medley of Diana Krall "Best thing for you", Elton John "Still standing", John Lennon "All you need", and somebody singing "the way you wear your head". Beautiful.
September 19, 2003
Nazis?!? Where!
"You must remember this, a kiss is still a
kiss". Your romance is Casablanca. A
classic story of love in trying times, chock
full of both cynicism and hope. You obviously
believe in true love, but you're also
constantly aware of practicality and societal
expectations. That's not always fun, but at
least it's realistic. Try not to let the Nazis
get you down too much.
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Thank you for the music
1. Who is your favorite singer/musician? Why? Just one? Oh, come on! Ok then, Mariah Carey. No, The Beatles. Or just Paul McCartney. U2. The Rolling Stones. Oh, I know: Nick Cave. Why? I just love their music.
2. What one singer/musician can you not stand? Why?
Britney Spears. Ewww!
3. If your favorite singer wasn't in the music business, do you think you would still like him/her as a person?
Yes! There may be brilliant musicians out there who are terrible as a person, but they're not even on my short list.
4. Have you been to any concerts? If yes, who put on the best show?
Yes, well, not that many. Can I count concert dvds in this, 'cause that brings the number up significantly and gives me some comparison. Real live I've only seen Tina Turner and Ronan Keating, and Tina had by far the best show. Heh, I only went to see Ronan for laughs anyway. On dvd I've seen The Stones, U2, Prince, Mariah Carey... oooh, I'll catch Mariah live in a couple of weeks. Yeah!
5. What are your thoughts on downloading free music online vs. purchasing albums? Do you feel the RIAA is right in its pursuit to stop people from dowloading free music?
I sort of agree with Robin on this one (that's a first - not). Well, I'm not convinced either way on whether RIAA is right. I think the fines they're wanting to charge in the US are preposterous, and not everybody in the music industry agree on the fact that downloads are a problem at all.
September 18, 2003
Watch out:
this is a non-smoking train
Wahoo! Dutch Railway seems to have finally got it. Yeah! A whole train and not one puff of smoke allowed inside, yee-ha! That'll show'em!
Don't worry, I've got nothing against smokers, I'm just dead-set against smoke.
September 17, 2003
Work, friends, same difference
You don't get offers because you're desperate and barely holding on - you need to present a positive image at all times, or at least until you get the contract.
Music in my head: Danny de Munk singing the theme song for Ciske de Rat (...had ik maar iemand om van te houe/twee sachte arme om me heen/die mij altijd bescherme soue/ik voel me so verdomd alleen!)
Update a few hours later: Thank you, Lord, you work in mysterious ways! I got a great tip from the girl I had lunch with today, and I feel much more confident about the whole issue. Well, I've still got plenty of work to do in this area, but at least I've got a good lead on meeting new people with something to talk about.
September 16, 2003
Food for thought
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit."
-----Aristotle
Are you still using food to solve emotional issues? Is that what you repeatedly do?
When you set goals, you are shaping the process of success. That means deciding what characteristics, like commitment and dedication, you need in order to reach your targets.
......"Alot of people forget that, above all, the body is only the house of their spirit; the body will do what the mind tells it to do."
-----Toni Hassler
"Fortune favors the prepared mind."
----Louis Pasteur
What strategies do you have in place to counteract the old habits of turning to food each time you get stressed or want to emotionally overeat? Because, let's face it, you are going to have more stress in your life and more opportunities to emotionally overeat. Might as well plan NOW for how you can handle the next situation more successfully!
Remember, there is NO NEW FOOD! How many binges does it take to solve work, financial and family stress?
September 15, 2003
Party!
I gotta dance!
No, seriously, doctor's orders. Latin, rock'n'roll, ballet, whatever takes my fancy and allows my joints to do what they want: move!
I like a doctor who a. knows what he's talking about and b. knows what's good for my body (I know, I know, b is apparantly implied by a, but you'd be surprised by the number of health professionals I've seen who seem to know what they're talking about and are still completely clueless as to what would do my body good - the most annoying being when they themselves are unaware of the fact they're clueless).
Storage story with happy end
This weekend, we finished building the new wardrobe. Well, it's still missing one door and 2 shelves, but it's got its other 3 doors, 4 drawers, rods, wire baskets, and 4 lights. *doing happy dance*
Finally, I can store all my clothes!
September 12, 2003
What's in a name?
A rose by any other name would not make ...
1. Is the name you have now the same name that's on your birth certificate? If not, what's changed?
Errr, no. Different names for different purposes, that's my motto (well, one of them *g*)
2. If you could change your name (first, middle and/or last), what would it be?
I'd probably skip the middle names - I was named after my grandfathers for my 2 middle names, and the result ain't pretty. I used to want to change my first name, since it rhymed too easily with stupid stuff, but who doesn't get teased about their name, eh? And I already changed my last name: I got married. Ha!
3. Why were you named what you were? (Is there a story behind it? Who specifically was responsible for naming you?)
Well, I got my first name because my sister liked it (she was 6 when I was born), and my middle names are maimings of my grand fathers' names.
4. Are there any names you really hate or love? What are they and why?
There are names that make me cringe or tingle (or just tingle), but usually that's got more to do with knowing a person by that name than the name itself. Overly special and overly simple names make me roll my eyes (what were the parents thinking!?!). One beauty: the principle of my primary school had a first and last name that rhymed! Cute, huh?
5. Is the analysis of your name at kabalarians.com accurate? How or how isn't it?
The name of [censored, see answer 1] creates a very quiet, practical nature and a clever and inventive mind. Being analytical and naturally studious, you are interested in a factual understanding of the mysteries of life. Your methodical nature requires that you like to finish what you start without interruptions and also to have everything in its place and properly organized. An ability to concentrate could take you into computer programming or accountancy or any work requiring concentration and attention to detail. You have, also, a flair for creative expression with your hands. You take life seriously and can be easily and deeply hurt and go into moods which can be quite extreme at times, causing much turmoil and unhappiness. Finding it difficult to join in conversation with those with whom you are not well-acquainted, you could feel quite alone and uncommunicative with new acquaintances or in a large crowd. As a result, you could be accused of being unfriendly. You desire so much to be understood, but your name has limited your verbal expression to such an extent that it is very difficult for you to divulge your innermost thoughts even to those closest to you. One of your greatest salvations is being out in nature, for it is there that you find the peace and serenity you so much desire.
Wow, that's pretty accurate - except for the extreme focus on detail. I've been told I'm quite good at seeing the big picture, really. Hmm, I guess I have attention for detail without getting obsessed, is more like it. And I'm simply too insecure to make use of my hands creatively.
(side note: the health hazards are completely off the mark)
September 11, 2003
Think think think
I'm always thinking of things to blog, and then when I find some time/a computer, I forget!
September 08, 2003
Aha!
Finally! I have found the perfect bag for my purposes. I can now comfortably carry my lunch, a thermos, my mobile, various organisors and other reading material, all in one bag. So, I'd still need an extra bag for gym wear. Huh, since I've been banned from the office gym, that's not really a problem anymore, is it?
