I have to tell you about my dying laptop. It’s grey and very old. In its youth it was a real champ. Then about a year ago it started to disambiguate. First its performance became a little weary. Freezing up and having to restart became a daily event. Then the plastic pieces on the exterior came off like a child loosing its baby teeth. Except no “adult teeth” grew back. The clasp to open the laptop became loose and eventually no longer held closed. It would flap around like a walrus clapping its fins, “ARF, ARF”. The poor hinges are the worst and the reason a new laptop is on order. Opening and closing for the past few years has made a popping noise. The screen sort of lost its will to hold itself up. At that point I diagnosed it with a broken neck. Then a screw fell out and a metal piece in tow. The screen completely detached itself from the bottom part of the laptop. I’m really sad to see such a trust machine go, but alas it’s time. How many more days until my new laptop arrives? Have you ever encountered a faulty computer or laptop?
XOXO,
Rizzle
Categories: Annoyed
Tagged: broken computer, heaven, laptop, technology
Tonight we made some pizza. Well not we, I made some pizzas. I made them even though the crust was already made. Thanks, Boboli!
Mmmmmmm, let’s call this one Meaty Goodness. Pepperoni, Salami and Sausage. 
Okay, hold your hats for this one, folks. BBQ Chicken Pizza!
Smoky gouda mixed with mozzarella cheeses over a layer of BBQ sauce. Then topped with plenty of grilled chicken, red onions and cilantro. YUM!!!!!!!!
Now I’m going to make some hot chocolate for dessert.
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Baking · Cooking · Uncategorized
Tagged: pizza
With so much extra time on my hands over the holidays, I’ve managed to watch so many movies in the last month.
Julie and Julia – still working on this one, but I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it!
Avatar – I went into this movie not knowing what to expect. I packed my earplugs because I was sure I was going to fall asleep from boredom. Boy was I wrong. This move is A M A Z I N G!
Dear Zachary: A letter to a son from his father – OMG! This is such a sad movie. Be prepared to be emotionally exhausted when the movie is over. Ugh…
District 9 – Eehhh, no thanks.
Then She Found Me - Me thinks not. Way boring don’t waste your time.
Slumdog Millionaire – A fantastic, yet tragic story. I can”t believe it took me so long to see this one.
Seen any good movies lately?
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Me
Someday I’m going to move to my dream home and I’m going to have this table for my dining room. I love the modern lines paired with rugged, weathered wood.
Table can be purchased here.
What would you put in your dream home?
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Uncategorized
Yesterday I saw a blimp. It reminded me of my butt. Then after looking at what the blimp was advertising (dental insurance) I thought about my teeth. Which brought me to the conclusion that my new year’s resolution is to have no dental fillings or crowns this year. I will floss, I will brush, I will have no cavities in 2010.
Do you have a butt the size of a blimp too? What are your new year’s resolutions?
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Me
Tagged: 2010, blimp, butt, dental insurance, new year's resolution, teeth
Today I had a late start all because of a very sad, tragic movie I watched last night. I woke up paralyzed and depressed. All of my serotonin had been emptied. Finally, after 3o minutes of moping I sprang out of bed, turned on the radio to an upbeat song and put on my workout clothes in hopes of rejuvenating my depleted serotonin levels at the gym.
A trip to the gym and a stop at Starbucks later, I made Kat Daddy and I waffles, eggs and bacon. The house still smells like fried bacon ewwww.
I convinced myself to shower and write one last blog in 2009.
Later I’m going to get a manicure and have them massage my neck. I might need a foot massage too because I just remembered I owe the IRS money from 2008. YIKES!
Oh yeah, that very sad movie I watched was called Dear Zachary: a letter to a son about his father.
Wishing you all a very safe and HAPPY NEW YEAR!
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Uncategorized
I can’t believe 2009 is over! One thing is apparent, as I get older, time goes by faster.
For 2010 I’m looking forward to many milestones, some which I know will take place (i.e. my wedding) and looking forward to any surprises that may come along the way too.
Guaranteed events in 2010:
- Finish my wedding planning
- Best friend getting married – wedding date TBD (she’ll beat me to the alter for sure)
- Wedding in September
- Kat Daddy turning 30 in December
Hopes and wishes for 2010
- A new car
- Career advancement
- A raise
What are your plans for 2010? Any resolutions?
xoxo,
Rizzle
Categories: Uncategorized
December 17, 2009 · 1 Comment
As I strolled in the break room this morning to fill up my mug, a bright golden- rod color caught my eye. It was a pair of corduroy pants. No need for coffee today, those pants just woke me up.
I couldn’t help but notice the hunter green and navy sweater that was almost as wrong as the bottom half. I think the red dickey really helped pull the whole outfit together.
Perhaps these corduroy owner’s holiday party had applied the popular “Ugly Holiday Sweater” theme and this gentleman was taking it to the next level with his ugly holiday corduroys? Funny thing is his surrounding colleagues apparently never got the memo. They were all dressed to fashion police code.
Categories: Fashion
The other night I went shopping and spent way too much money. Nothing really new about that statement. Anyway, I purchased a small tube of Aveda’s hand lotion called Hand Relief. It’s seriously amazing. The cold winter weather makes my hands so chapped and dry. Hand Relief soaks in quickly and doesn’t leave a sticky or oily residue after applying. This is my #1 gripe about most hand moisturizers I’ve purchased in the past. I noticed that I don’t have to re-apply every time I wash my hands too. The formula sinks in and really lasts. An additional perk is the delicious fresh, citrus aroma. You’ll want to lick it. Not really, but you’ll want to take a big whiff.
Categories: Uncategorized
December 3, 2009 · 1 Comment
Here’s a great gift idea for your family member or friend who has it all. The Nuddle blankets are like the popular Snuggies, but far easier on the eye and oh, so soft. I bought one for Kat Daddy last Christmas and we both love it! Our friends even like to use it when they come over. The Nuddle brand has recently added a smaller version for kids and I noticed that come December 15, there will be one for babies. How’s that for family fun!?
Categories: Family · The House
Tagged: Family, Nuddle, Soft, TV, Warm Blanket
I have to tell you about my dying laptop. It’s grey and very old. In its youth it was a real champ. Then about a year ago it started to disambiguate. First its performance became a little weary. Freezing up and having to restart became a daily event. Then the plastic pieces on the exterior came off like a child loosing its baby teeth. Except no “adult teeth” grew back. The clasp to open the laptop became loose and eventually no longer held closed. It would flap around like a walrus clapping its fins, “ARF, ARF”. The poor hinges are the worst and the reason a new laptop is on order. Opening and closing for the past few years has made a popping noise. The screen sort of lost its will to hold itself up. At that point I diagnosed it with a broken neck. Then a screw fell out and a metal piece in tow. The screen completely detached itself from the bottom part of the laptop. I’m really sad to see such a trust machine go, but alas it’s time. How many more days until my new laptop arrives? Have you ever encountered a faulty computer or laptop?
