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Wow!!
I just got an email from my stepmom saying that my (step)-sister-in-law's delivery date has been bumped up from June 7th to MAY 21st--ONE WEEK FROM TODAY! That is crazy to think that in a week I will be an auntie!
This also means that my first niece will beat out Ryan's first nephew. I win! (...kidding!)
I will be the first one to admit that I know zero things about children and have been known to make remarks that range from idiotic to offensive due to my lack of knowledge. I love kids, but I never babysat or nannyed in school and given that my siblings are the oldest of the Bucheles & Poulters, there haven't been any babies from my generation yet. Despite that, it really does seem like a huge jump, two and a half whole weeks!
Regardless of all that, I'm very excited to meet Baby Girl Anderson in one week from today!
This also means that my first niece will beat out Ryan's first nephew. I win! (...kidding!)
I will be the first one to admit that I know zero things about children and have been known to make remarks that range from idiotic to offensive due to my lack of knowledge. I love kids, but I never babysat or nannyed in school and given that my siblings are the oldest of the Bucheles & Poulters, there haven't been any babies from my generation yet. Despite that, it really does seem like a huge jump, two and a half whole weeks!
Regardless of all that, I'm very excited to meet Baby Girl Anderson in one week from today!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Damn you, Stuff White People Like, you know me too well.
#99 Grammar
White people love rules. It explains why so they get upset when people cut in line, why they tip so religiously and why they become lawyers. But without a doubt, the rule system that white people love the most is grammar. It is in their blood not only to use perfect grammar but also to spend significant portions of time pointing out the errors of others.
When asking someone about their biggest annoyances in life, you might expect responses like “hunger,” “being poor,” or “getting shot.” If you ask a white person, the most common response will likely be “people who use ‘their’ when they mean ‘there.’ Maybe comma splices, I’m not sure but it’s definitely one of the two.”
If you wish to gain the respect of a white person, it’s probably a good idea that you find an obscure and debated grammar rule such as the “Oxford Comma” and take a firm stance on what you believe is correct. This is seen as more productive and forward thinking that simply stating your anger at the improper use of “it’s.
Another important thing to know is that when white people read magazines and books they are always looking for grammar and spelling mistakes. In fact, one of the greatest joys a white person can experience is to catch a grammar mistake in a major publication. Finding one allows a white person to believe that they are better than the writer and the publication since they would have caught the mistake. The more respected the publication, the greater the thrill. If a white person were to catch a mistake in The New Yorker, it would be a sufficient reason for a large party.
Though they reserve the harshest judgment for professional, do not assume that white people will cast a blind eye to your grammar mistakes in email and official documents. They will judge you and make a general assessment about your intelligence after the first infraction. Fortunately, this situation can be improved if you ask a white person to proof read your work before you send it out. “Hey Jill, I’m sorry to do this, but I have a business degree and I’m a terrible writer. Can you look this over for me?” This deft maneuver will allow the white person to feel as though their liberal arts degree has a purpose and allow you to do something more interesting.
Don’t worry, it is impossible for a white person to turn down the opportunity to proofread.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com/.
White people love rules. It explains why so they get upset when people cut in line, why they tip so religiously and why they become lawyers. But without a doubt, the rule system that white people love the most is grammar. It is in their blood not only to use perfect grammar but also to spend significant portions of time pointing out the errors of others.
When asking someone about their biggest annoyances in life, you might expect responses like “hunger,” “being poor,” or “getting shot.” If you ask a white person, the most common response will likely be “people who use ‘their’ when they mean ‘there.’ Maybe comma splices, I’m not sure but it’s definitely one of the two.”
If you wish to gain the respect of a white person, it’s probably a good idea that you find an obscure and debated grammar rule such as the “Oxford Comma” and take a firm stance on what you believe is correct. This is seen as more productive and forward thinking that simply stating your anger at the improper use of “it’s.
Another important thing to know is that when white people read magazines and books they are always looking for grammar and spelling mistakes. In fact, one of the greatest joys a white person can experience is to catch a grammar mistake in a major publication. Finding one allows a white person to believe that they are better than the writer and the publication since they would have caught the mistake. The more respected the publication, the greater the thrill. If a white person were to catch a mistake in The New Yorker, it would be a sufficient reason for a large party.
Though they reserve the harshest judgment for professional, do not assume that white people will cast a blind eye to your grammar mistakes in email and official documents. They will judge you and make a general assessment about your intelligence after the first infraction. Fortunately, this situation can be improved if you ask a white person to proof read your work before you send it out. “Hey Jill, I’m sorry to do this, but I have a business degree and I’m a terrible writer. Can you look this over for me?” This deft maneuver will allow the white person to feel as though their liberal arts degree has a purpose and allow you to do something more interesting.
Don’t worry, it is impossible for a white person to turn down the opportunity to proofread.
http://stuffwhitepeoplelike.wordpress.com/.
baby shower this saturday
(technical details: Caron Super Soft acrylic yarn in Rose Pink, Grey Heather and White on US #5 needles)
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Week in review: May 1st to May 7th
Thursday, May 1st: I had my annual review, which went not well. We talked for quite some time about things I need to be doing better, and I did get some actionable items. The thing I dislike the most about myself, I believe, is that I tend to internalize problems instead of communicating them. Then, when they finally are brought to light, I become very emotional about them. This happened in my review when we began to discuss a colleague who has been openly rude to me in the past, and I kept tearing up. I wish I were able to control that emotional response in professional settings--who wants to work with a girl who cries when you criticise her?!
Friday, May 2nd: To shake off the work week, I agree to go with the gang to a Twins game, using special tickets that would help fund Nick's upcoming Mexico trip. Mail-routing hijinx ensued (mostly due to Nick's odd belief that his old apartment would forward his mail, and that he did not need to inform the USPS) but we got to see the Twins rout the Tigers 11-1, and naturally for a Twins game, Ryan and I bent our elbows with Sarah and Walsh.
Saturday, May 3rd: I journeyed to Wabasha, MN with Ryan to DJ a wedding dance, which, fitting with the weekend theme, was somewhat chaotic and stressful for Ryan. But all turned out well, and he kindly shared his tip with me. What a sweetie I have!
Sunday, May 4th: Ryan and I had discussed going to a Saints game with Jaime and Christian, but woke up too late to go. We decided to watch the Twins game on tv, but quickly got disgusted by Boof Bonser's surrendering 6 runs in the first inning. Little did we know that that would be all the runs the Tigers would score, and the Twins would beat them 7-6! It seemed a highly unlikely outcome after that first inning. We decided to hit the batting cages at Rice & Larpenteur. On our way there we listened to AM1500 and heard Joe Mauer drive in what would be the go-ahead run! Later we met the Kate and Tim, as well as Kate's high school friend and her boyfriend, for happy hour at the Leaning Tower of Pizza ("LTOP" in the local parlance) in uptown. Sarah made pho for dinner and we had a very relaxing end to our weekend!
Monday, May 5th: Batting practice on Sunday paid off as I got a single, my first base hit, in the Roaring Pigeons' blowout loss to the Ligers in our EP softball league.
Tuesday, May 6th: Rain was in the forecast and became reality! I left work early, though, as our softball game was still scheduled to play. I did make a quick detour to the downtown Post Office, where a package of old belongings was waiting for me. When I had hastily moved back to Minneapolis in August of '06, I'd left a number of belongings with then-boyfriend Tim Wedge, with the idea that I'd return soon to visit him and take them back to MN with me. Things didn't quite go as planned, and he finally sent them to me. That means that this summer will be full of rollerblading! Softball ended up being cancelled on account of poor field conditions, and most of "the gang" ended up hanging out at our house, having a few drinks and playing cards.
Wednesday, May 7th: On account of the nice weather and the lack of Tuesday softball, Ryan, Sarah, Nick, Walsh and myself went down to Kenwood Park and had some hitting/fielding practice. It was a lovely night to be outside and I think we are starting to see improvement (at least with me and my pathetic batting!). As it got dark, Ryan and I headed home to watch the Twins game, and the other three joined us after dining at Chipotle. What a game we saw! Nick Punto hit 2B and 3B (after a weird fair-tipped ball resulted in a double play), and of course, Carlos Gomez hit for the cycle!
Friday, May 2nd: To shake off the work week, I agree to go with the gang to a Twins game, using special tickets that would help fund Nick's upcoming Mexico trip. Mail-routing hijinx ensued (mostly due to Nick's odd belief that his old apartment would forward his mail, and that he did not need to inform the USPS) but we got to see the Twins rout the Tigers 11-1, and naturally for a Twins game, Ryan and I bent our elbows with Sarah and Walsh.
Saturday, May 3rd: I journeyed to Wabasha, MN with Ryan to DJ a wedding dance, which, fitting with the weekend theme, was somewhat chaotic and stressful for Ryan. But all turned out well, and he kindly shared his tip with me. What a sweetie I have!
Sunday, May 4th: Ryan and I had discussed going to a Saints game with Jaime and Christian, but woke up too late to go. We decided to watch the Twins game on tv, but quickly got disgusted by Boof Bonser's surrendering 6 runs in the first inning. Little did we know that that would be all the runs the Tigers would score, and the Twins would beat them 7-6! It seemed a highly unlikely outcome after that first inning. We decided to hit the batting cages at Rice & Larpenteur. On our way there we listened to AM1500 and heard Joe Mauer drive in what would be the go-ahead run! Later we met the Kate and Tim, as well as Kate's high school friend and her boyfriend, for happy hour at the Leaning Tower of Pizza ("LTOP" in the local parlance) in uptown. Sarah made pho for dinner and we had a very relaxing end to our weekend!
Monday, May 5th: Batting practice on Sunday paid off as I got a single, my first base hit, in the Roaring Pigeons' blowout loss to the Ligers in our EP softball league.
Tuesday, May 6th: Rain was in the forecast and became reality! I left work early, though, as our softball game was still scheduled to play. I did make a quick detour to the downtown Post Office, where a package of old belongings was waiting for me. When I had hastily moved back to Minneapolis in August of '06, I'd left a number of belongings with then-boyfriend Tim Wedge, with the idea that I'd return soon to visit him and take them back to MN with me. Things didn't quite go as planned, and he finally sent them to me. That means that this summer will be full of rollerblading! Softball ended up being cancelled on account of poor field conditions, and most of "the gang" ended up hanging out at our house, having a few drinks and playing cards.
Wednesday, May 7th: On account of the nice weather and the lack of Tuesday softball, Ryan, Sarah, Nick, Walsh and myself went down to Kenwood Park and had some hitting/fielding practice. It was a lovely night to be outside and I think we are starting to see improvement (at least with me and my pathetic batting!). As it got dark, Ryan and I headed home to watch the Twins game, and the other three joined us after dining at Chipotle. What a game we saw! Nick Punto hit 2B and 3B (after a weird fair-tipped ball resulted in a double play), and of course, Carlos Gomez hit for the cycle!
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
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