Golf Clubs and Other December Things
Oh, we made it to Friday. Thank goodness. I have two weeks ’til Christmas break. And instead of being grateful for that, I’m already tracking a weak precipitation system/cold front for next week.
So. . .Tiger Woods. I dunno. I just know I am positively intrigued by any woman who goes after her man’s car with a golf club. There is a story there. And it made me think how nearly impossible it must be to stay grounded with all the fame and wealth that people like Tiger and Hollywoodites experience. We can judge and blame him, but if you had millions to burn and had an entourage and everyone in the world “loved’ you and kissed your butt, it would seriously warp your head. It takes work to stay humble and grounded. (I don’t have to worry about this, but I mean it takes work for the famous.) That was one of the things I noticed about Michael Jackson in his documentary–that everyone (almost everyone) kissed his butt, and acted like everything he said or did was amazing. That’s not healthy. That gets you a golf club in the windshield. Do you think we’ve heard the last of it?
You know who is most likely to stay humble of the wealthy/famous? Comedians. I was watching Ray Romano interviewed the other day and he was so normal acting. So self-depreciating. I think it’s because comics spend years getting beaten down in their stand-up. That has to be character building. Steve Carell is another guy who conveys “I’m an average Joe.”
Do you ever get cold in your house, crank the heat up past what it usually is, and then hours later realize you’re burning up, but you’re in too much of a heat-induced coma to dredge up the energy to turn it back down? So you just sit there on the couch and type up your blog post and sweat and think how hot you are and you wish your cat could reach the thermostat?
So I got this clip from Ellen. I didn’t have an intro for it when I watched it, so I was like what the heck is that guy doing? He can’t even sing. But you have to watch it all the way through. When he’s done with his routine, they play it backwards…and just watch.
I think I’m going through a winter crisis. In one single day I almost left my house to get a kitty at the shelter. And instead I emailed someone to speak for a puppy. I’ve never even had a dog of my own. And the thought of having to take something out to pee every few hours is pretty much ridiculous. And my house needs another cat like it needs a hole in the roof. Why can’t I just spend December like other people–putting up a tree, making misshapen sugar cookies, and sending a Christmas card with a picture of myself in a holiday sweater and matching earrings? But no, I have to get the “I need a new pet” bug. We’ll see what happens. I’ll keep you posted. The puppy is already spoken for, but the future owner is on the fence and possibly gonna back out. It’s a dorkie. Google those things and tell me they aren’t the cutest things ever. And they stay little. And cute. And I’ve read on the Net you can litter box train them. But then again, this is me, and things never work out quite like that. He’ll probably be incontinent and a biter. Maybe they make doggie Depends.
Have a great weekend. I’m co-hosting a wedding shower for one of my BFFs and working on my next book. Would love to hear what you’ve got going on this weekend.
JEN
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Seriously, they do have doggie depends. And baby goat diapers too. Aren’t you glad you asked:)
I’m attending a Christmas party for the Prime Timers (aka: old people) at church tonight with my pastor hubby. We’re supposed to be the entertainment. Haven’t picked out any songs yet….
LOVED that video. Who has time to figure something like that out?
Baby goat diapers. Why do they have those?
Suzanne, have fun with the Prime Timers. That’s awesome. For entertainment I suggest: mime.
that is nuts (baby goat diapers)
i have a little feller who needs a home here if your puppy doesnt work out. pretty little kitty i feel really sorry for. everytime i open the back door to feed them he just runs inside and shivers. its his first winter. and hes pathetic about it lol.
OMG–dorkies are so cute!
OhMyGoodness! Definitely get a puppy Jenny!!! This is so exciting!!
Dorkie= Dachshund/Yorkie right? How fun!
A great website when you are looking for almost any kind of pet is http://www.petfinder.com. I have 3 dogs and 2 of them are from that website. It is awesome! And definitely go the rescue route! All the puppies in petstores are all from backyard-breeders and puppymills. :’(
Anyways, this weekend I am going to be at my church where my 3 little sisters are all in a Christmas play! And 2 of them have solos in it. They are both excited. Tomorow is dress-rehearsal and Sunday is the real deal! Wish them luck everybody!
Have fun in your sweltering house with your cat that needs to be about 4ft taller to reach the thermostat Jenny.
I just finished reading “So Not Happening” yesterday, and it was great. =) I love the humor and characters in your books. My family has a farm, so I could really relate to the whole farm setting, LOL (we have two cows, but thankfully neither of them lick).
My mom got me “I’m So Sure” for Christmas, so I can’t wait until I can read it!
~Kristin
yeah, i am very interested to seeing this.
i like this like themes.
thank you and keep going on.
ok the tiger woods thing i say go you to tigers wife he needed to be tought a lesson
Dorkie’s are so cute-and have a fun name!:) You can litter box train smaller dogs-mine’s too big, so I’m one of those people who takes her out in the cold. (That’s why I got married-to make the man take out the dog! I’m waiting for the day we have a house with a fenced yard!) I love having a dog-it’s the greatest feeling coming home to a dog who is so happy to see you. My cats never seemed to care. And small dogs can sit on your lap which I love! Keep us posted!
This Tiger Woods thing just keeps getting crazier and crazier. I stand amazed.
Just my two cents’ worth, but I say go for another cat. I have a strong cat bias.