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Important election LJ update

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 18:00:07 GMT

This year, in order to make a well-rounded decision in the presidential election, I thought I'd borrow some Republican logic (tempered with my inherent Liberal elitism, of course) and have come up with this:

I'm voting for Barack Obama.

Why?

Because Michelle is tOtally someone I could have a glass of wine with.

Posting for a special occasion. We'll see if it works.

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 18:53:31 GMT

Happy Birthday, Vanillamoon.

(OK. I tOtally don't know how to do the linky thing.)

Third post of the day. The apocalypse IS coming...

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:24:16 GMT

I think I just committed my geekiest act ever: I called Danger Zone (the comic book store) to see if the newest Serentiy comic had arrived yet.

Hi.

Hastening the apocalypse

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:21:46 GMT

I'm pretty sure it's my life's mission.

To do list:

Buy a Hummer
Vote Republican
Use copious amounts of plastic
Eat (or, rather, buy and throw away) lots of beef from factory farms.

Any other ideas?

Cutest niece in the world

Tue, 13 May 2008 22:19:24 GMT

Another reason to vote Democrat

Fri, 02 May 2008 18:44:22 GMT

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/04/27/magazine/27wwln-idealab-t.html?_r=1&oref=slogin

Lillian, Jack and Jake

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 19:45:09 GMT

Chubby baby Lilli.

With her big brother Jack.

And then there's Jake. Oh my.

Lillian Claire

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:39:50 GMT

I got a new niece yesterday. 9 lbs. 3 oz. and 21 inches.

Public service announcement, for I am nothing if not generous

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 00:03:13 GMT

Gentle readers,

Get ye a Diva Cup. They're guud.

Cholesterol update - 'cause cholesterol is so very exciting

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 23:55:50 GMT

Since I went on my cheese-free, high-fiber, etc., diet I've lowered my total cholesterol from 220 to 191, (preferred is <200); lowered my LDL from 154 to 128 (preferred range is <130); and raised my HDL from 40.5 to 44 (preferred range is >40, but for women, so docs say >45, soo.... still some work there - MORE RED WINE!).

So, yeah. My diet worked. Woo hoo!

(Although, this means that I should still lay off the cheese. Boo.)

Spitzer

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 19:46:33 GMT

It's about time the Dems get in on the action. The conservatives (Republican lawmakers, evangelicals) have been hogging the sex scandal spotlight since Bill and the dress.

Go, Gov. Spitzer!

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 00:21:49 GMT

Mike Gravel for benevolent dictator.

Discuss.

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 01:15:12 GMT

Gladcow is going to be mad that I posted this info before she did. Hi.

work works in the works

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 01:12:56 GMT

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 21:42:36 GMT

Today at work, we're painting.

I'll try to post some pics in a bit.

How about this?

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 21:27:47 GMT

Damn you, eating-excessive-amounts-of-garlic, and your stinky farts/b.o./breath.

Seriously. The toots smell like eating a clove of raw garlic tastes. Eye-watering.

Avert your eyes if feces offends

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 20:17:57 GMT

Damn you, veganism, and your soggy cheese-free poop!

According to Dr. Weil

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 21:28:42 GMT

For people battling high cholesterol, choosing meals wisely can be a challenge, but it is essential. Restaurants, parties, even an office potluck may present unhealthy temptations. But simple dietary modifications can help you eliminate those unhealthy choices, while still allowing you to enjoy your meals. Try these healthful ways to help lower your cholesterol:

Reduce saturated fat. The richest sources of saturated fat (fat that is usually solid at room temperature) in the diet are red meat and dairy foods. Substitute soy protein for animal protein, and use low- or non-fat dairy products. (Check.)

Avoid trans-fat. Stay away from items that list "partially hydrogenated oil" on the label, especially snack foods. Try baked or air-popped versions instead. (Check.)

Use fresh garlic regularly in your meals. Garlic has been shown to help lower cholesterol levels. (Check.)

Drink green tea daily. The antioxidants in green tea help lower cholesterol and prevent the cholesterol in your blood from oxidizing. (Check.)

Eat plenty of soluble fiber. It has a powerful cholesterol-lowering effect. The best sources are beans and lentils, apples, citrus fruits, oats, barley, peas, carrots and freshly ground flaxseed. (Check.)

AND DRINK ONE GLASS OF RED WINE DAILY. (Not from Dr. Weil.)

Ah...

Tue, 04 Dec 2007 06:38:45 GMT

Tennis.

Pasta alla puttanesca. (Whore's pasta - yay!)

Red wine.

My soul feels much better now, thanks.

That's all.

Update on the annoying cholesterol bullshit

Mon, 03 Dec 2007 23:51:25 GMT

So, by not eating any milk products or eggs for five (5) days, I've lost at least five (5) pounds. I say "at least" because either my weight or my scale fluctuates three pounds over a day, so it could be more.

Seems I was eating more milk products than I thought I was. 'Cause, yeah. In addition to not using milk/eggs at home, I haven't snacked when I've been out and about.

So...

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 21:34:27 GMT

I have high cholesterol.

Lame.

Why I am pro-immigration: a short essay by me

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 19:39:13 GMT

I like food.

The end.

Eyebrow plucking

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:26:10 GMT

Why?

Discuss.

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 03:58:45 GMT

Oh. Also.

Does anybody know the miracle cure for crazy 12-year-old pseudo-stepkids??

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 03:57:47 GMT

This morning, Gladcow called to see if we wanted to go to church in Portland which, actually, would have been nice. HowEVer, my brain wasn't working and thought this: "I'm sleeping and there's talking. Why is there talking while I'm sleeping? HELLO! Sleeping. This is NOT talking time." And I couldn't see that there might be an option other than stay in bed or get in the car RIGHT NOW!

Hi.