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Good morning, my fair kittens.   Are we all recovered from the long weekend? I'm not.   I did learn a few things: 1. Drinking doesn't make me happy. 2. Shopping doesn't make me happy. 3. When I've been dating someone for awhile, I need validation of my existence from that person.   As for Number 1, I noticed this weekend what could become a disturbing habit: When I am concerned, stressed out, upset, one of the first things I do is make myself a drink.  This does not seem to be a healthy coping mechanism.  I'm not saying drinking is bad, but drinking should not be an emotional crutch.   Thus, I'm going to be taking a little Alcohol Vacation starting June 1 (I can't start immediately, b/c I still have some box wine* in the fridge).  I'm not sure how long the Alcohol Vacation will last.  It will be at least 2 weeks.   As for Number 2, I did a fair amount of shopping this weekend.  I bought a book for the nook.  I bought some workout clothes....

Good Memorial Day Morning, Kittens. So far this has been possibly the worst 4-day weekend EVER. Luckily it has been punctuated by some bright moments of fun as well. To start off, my Thursday night date with J was postponed (who's surprised?) because Awards Night at his school did not finish until late. We talked that night and he would be through with work around 2 on Friday. That would be perfect, because I was getting my hair cut/colored and would finish around 3. We planned to meet in Cleveland Park to catch a movie, Pirates of the Caribbean 4 . Well, around noon he texts, then calls, saying he might have to help set up for graduation ... or he might not. Maybe he can get out of it. He'd let me know. Later, he texts and says he couldn't get out of it. So, he wouldn't be done until 5 or 6. Boo. Which was fine. After my hair was finished, I went to AU to hang out with Mike (Who Makes Cakes). We chatted until 5, and then headed to Nellie's to meet up wit...

Good morning, kittens.   Yesterday was quite eventful!   I can't go into too many details (because I don't want to get dooce'd), but ... one of my supervisors blew up in a meeting, physically threatening a colleague and accusing two people of lying to him. (I was not in the meeting so this is all hearsay, of course).  Yeah, he was escorted from the building later. Today's morning staff meeting should be a Jolly Good Time.  And I'm wondering if our afternoon meeting is even going to happen (the supervisor is in charge of leading that meeting).    I also had a boozy milkshake with lunch.   Once home, I had a well-deserved slightly dirty and very dry martini.  Then, I did laundry.  Good times.   Tonight, I am supposed to have a late date with SuperCute J.  We have had bad luck with Thursday dates.  Every single one we have planned has had to be cancelled. We shall see if this date breaks the curse or continues the streak.  Any bets?   AND, today is my Fri...

Good morning, kittens!   Just a quick update to assure you that all is well in Vutopia.  Ok, reasonably well, at least.  I have the same complaints about work, but I'm still having fun with SuperCute J ... not that we've been able to meet up since Sunday, but we have talked on the phone every night.  Of course, that means that I am going to be a little later than usual.  Which means, that I am a little crankier than usual in the morning.  Also, I haven't been sleeping very well.  I think my room is too hot and there is too much on my mind ... too much on my mind that I really can't share with anyone (yet).   Meanwhile, yesterday, I went on a tour of the still-under-construction (potentially) LEED Gold Fort Belvoir Community Hospital.  It was pretty interesting.  I'd like to see it again when it is completed (in August).  Then, on my way home from work, I got a text from K-Factor.  She was all "I am home from work early.  Do you want to play?  Drinks?  Dinn...

Good Morning, Kittens! What a friggin' (mostly) awesome weekend! On Friday, there was a slight change of plans. I left work a little early and metro'ed up to Wheaton (WHEATON!), where I met J at the Dunkin' Donuts. Then, we walked around the Mall Formerly Known as Wheaton Plaza. It's called something else now. I bought the Harry Potter 6 DVD for $9. Suh-WEET. Then, we decided to eat dinner at this SuperYUMMY Thai restaurant that I knew (Suporn Restaurant). One problem. IT HAS BEEN CLOSED FOREVER!!! OMG. So. Sad. We saw a Thai place across the street and decided to eat there. AND, O to the M to the G. It was so friggin' delicious. YUMMERz. I might even be tempted to go back to Wheaton (WHEATON!) to eat there. Then, J went to his Mom's house and I went home and fell asleep on my sofa whilst watching HP6. Saturday, I woke up early(ish) and went for a 5-6 mile run. Then, I met my friend, SuperCute CJ, for brunch at Eggspectations. I had many bloody ma...

Good Morning, Kittens!   The past few days have been rather uneventful.  I did laundry.  I weeded the gardeny goodness (which, by the by, is coming along quite nicely.  Perhaps I'll take some photos this weekend).  I ran 3.5 miles.  But, more exciting than the past is the future.   After work today, I am seeing J.  HUZ-ZAH!  He is mostly recovered from his bout with debilitating illness.  We are going to Jaleo for dinner (and maybe back to his place afterwards for a little *wink wink nudge nudge*?).  I am planning to ditch work a little early this evening and stroll around some museums before we meet up.   Tomorrow, I am meeting CJ for brunch.  And, then, in the evening, I am going with SCGB to the Gay Mens Chorus of Washington's Spring Gala.  The theme of the gala is "Orient Express" or "1930s Ocean Voyage" or something like that.  Which raises an interesting question: What the hell am I supposed to wear?  The invite says "festive black tie opt...

Good Evening, Kittens. I know. I know. I have been remiss in my blogging duties. BUT, I have a good excuse: Life sucks. And who wants to hear bad news?* ANYWAY, so things with J have been in a holding pattern whilst he recovers from a rather unpleasant illness ... which explains why he was AWOL for the past week. I have learned that, when someone to whom I am becoming emotionally attached drops off the face of the planet, I become a Crazy Stress Monster. Combine that with a Helluva Shitstorm happening at work (that may -or may not- involve me leaving my position .... mostly b/c I am tired of dealing with the crap ... but I have to find another job first. Tricky) and you have someone (meaning me) who spent the latter part of the week and most of the weekend in a boozy boozy haze of booziness (not during the workday, mind you. just after work). On the plus side, out of desperation sprung a fantastic new (to me) cocktail. A riff on Gayprof's fab Tequila Gimlet (2 oz tequila, ...

Good morning, Kittens.   It's been a rather disappointing week so far ...   Monday, I spent most of the evening working on my resume and cover letters.  Tuesday, I did laundry. Yesterday, I spent the entire day in a torturous Health & Safety Training.  Why do I need to know about motorcycle safety?  Why does every employee in our building need to know about motorcycle safety when only about 1% actually ride motorcycles?  The only thing that was getting me through the day was the knowledge that I had a date with J after work.   Except, late morning, he texted that he was sick (again) and was back from the doctor.  They don't know what's wrong and he was going to bed, but he left me with the vague impression that our date might still be on.   Except, that I didn't hear from him again.  I called around 4:40.  I texted when I finished work.  Nothing.  It's possible that he was asleep.  I decided to go home, go for a run, and eat cupcakes and do tequila s...

Good Monday Morning, Kittens!   You may remember that I was planning to have a relaxing, uneventful weekend ... and I did!  Sort of.   Friday, after work, I ran a few errands (likker store!  Whole Foods!).  And, then, settled in for a quiet evening at home with (organic) box mac 'n' cheese (+ broccoli).  Tomokito came down and we had prosecco (and, then, some red wine).  Good times!   Saturday morning, I woke up kind of early and went for a 5 mile run.  When I got back, I planted some flower seeds - cosmos, sunflowers, and poppies.  Then I remembered I had some other seeds that my mom had sent me for my birthday, so I planted those too: potulaca, spider lily, cock's comb, oregano, and cilantro.  We shall see if any of them come up.   I cleaned up and went to the Farmer's Market, where I bought lots of little plants - basil (2), lemon basil, purple basil, rosemary, thyme, and jalapeno and habenero peppers.    I am so garden-y.   Then, the best thing that ha...

Good Morning, Kittens. Since last night was so exciting (laundry!), I thought I'd fill you in on my SuperBusy Weekend + 1. On Friday, David arrived. We met at Capitol City Brewing Company (near Union Station) for Happy Hour. Many, many friends joined us ... the SuperCute Anthony, Mike (Who Makes Cakes), Mario, and Tomokito! We (or, well, I) had many many beerz. And, then, we (minus SuperCute Anthony and Mario and plus SCGB) went to La Loma for many many margaritaz and enchiladas! Nom! Saturday was yardwork day. Prior to the yardwork, I went for a 3.5 mile run. Whilst I toiled in the sun, David went to the gym. Then, we met at Adega for lunch. Eggplant fries. Nomz! And, J joined us towards the end of the meal. I bought a bottle of wine, and the three of us headed home to watch Burn After Reading (and to eat much kettle corn). Movie over, J and I headed out. J was meeting his brother. And, I, I took the road less traveled by ... I mean, I metro'ed into DC to meet Kri...

Good afternoon, Kittens.   I know, I know.  I have been bad blogger.  BUT, I have a good excuse.  Last night I was planning on writing a massive blog post (with photos!) about my weekend ... David! Kylie!  NYC!  Grand Jury!  Uni-Qlo!   However, as we have all learned, the best laid plans o' mice and VUBOQ gang aft agley.  Of course, last night they totally gang aft agleyed in a Very Good Way.    Around lunchtime yesterday, I received a text from J.  He had dinner plans with his family and suggested coming to my place afterwards.  He arrived around 8.  I was still cooking dinner.  I ate.  We had vesper martinis.  Then, we watched some of Mad Men Season 1.  And, there may have been some making out and fun cuddly times on the sofa.  He left around 10:30.    We are going out again on Thursday.  Cinco de Mayo!  Hm.  Maybe we should celebrate by eating Chinese.   So, anyway, now maybe you can understand why I didn't blog my weekend last night.  I will soon!    Have a gre...