"Robots" written by Hodown on estrip.org

Category: robots

05/19/08 09:16 - 47ºF - ID#44395

Robots

I'm not alone in my fear of robots. Read the link and then the comment by MONSTERGOC:

PS- I know I'm long over due in posting about my super fun DC trip. I promise pictorial witty post soon :)

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

05/14/08 09:07 - 56ºF - ID#44341

New York Shitty

I haven't blogged anything of substance in a while. I have my whole amazing DC trip to blog (side tangent: thank you to everyone who gave me tips/suggestions I used all of them and ended up falling in love with America all over again). I think this is partly because I'm having a touch of depression. I had such a wonderful amazing introspective time in DC I actually shed a tear when I had to leave. Then I came back to the shitty/city. I'm now considering moving.

Just one reason why I may have had it with the uncivilized assholes who live in NYC. So back story first. When I was in DC I was on the train during rush hour (5:30pm) the train was crowded. There was a young women (20 something) holding a grocery bag. Next to her sitting down were two kids. I automatically thought "oh these kids are punks, they are so rowdy, fuck kids, etc". Then I was proven what an asshole I am for judging people. The one kid said to the other "what's wrong with you give up your seat for the girl". And he did!

Fast forward to me on the train at 6 pm this evening. Packed F train. Lots of douchy business types, myself included. On walks a young women carrying a diaper bag and a clearly very young baby. The train starts andshe struggles to get on the train. She walks by 3 men no older than 35, sitting reading papers, spread out taking up more than one seat. As soon as I see this woman I right away motion to her to take my seat. She looked so tired and grateful. Turns out the baby was 2 months old and she had just been at the doctors all day getting the baby shots. I gave every man near by a shameful look. What kind of "man" sits and watches a young women with a baby struggle and doesn't jump up and offer his seat? I live in a city of douchy assholes and sometimes I fear I'm becoming one of them.

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

05/07/08 07:05 - 65ºF - ID#44266

Dee Ceee

I'm ready for my night out on the tiz-own. I wish it was a sister night out. I remember how much fun it is to get ready with the little ho. Who else is going to keep my fashion up to date? I'm off the the beer place with 100s of beer (thanks to (e:jenks)!). Here is me all dolled up!

PS Im not stoned. My allergies are just mega out of control. I'm allergic to Bush.

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05/07/08 01:10 - 72ºF - ID#44263

Segway

I made it to DC. I navigated my way through the metro and to my lovely hotel. I'm about to go on a Segway Safari and I'm so excited I may pee my pants. Below is my excited look:

PS I'm wearing my unicorn and rainbow necklace for good luck.

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

05/05/08 09:21 - 55ºF - ID#44248

Random Google Search

Now that I have my laptop all I do is play on it. I'm sitting here thinking "what can I look up?". I decide to google Sarah. Number #2 & #3 on google turned up this:

(e:strip) blah blah Sarah Ann Ho loves getting her spank on

and

"Get your spank on ho style"

It's very appropriate.

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

05/04/08 08:24 - 47ºF - ID#44233

Work Out

As I'm sure you've gathered I've started working out regularly and with a trainer. When I turned 30 I was the heaviest I'd ever been. I was terribly unhappy with my self. I had wanted to turn 30 and be fab, but it didn't really happen that way. Then I turned 31 and I was in the same place as when I turned 30. Finally I decided to do something about it. I joined a gym 3 blocks from my house and started pouring all my expendable income into training sessions. I wasn't buying clothes or going out, so I might as well spend the money on improving myself.

Here I am 4 months later and a totally different person. Or maybe the old me has returned, I'm not sure. Either way what I can tell you is I actually like me again. I started buying clothes in a size smaller than I previously was. I try things on and I actually feel like I look ok. Beyond the self esteem boost, I just feel better. I sleep better. My back never hurts. I'm happier. I feel stronger.

I still hate the gym and I'm no where near where I want to be, but I'm well on my way. Its just been a really long time since I've accomplished something and I'm really proud of me!

travisp writes at 03:25:59 05/07/08 - Comment #34806: :::link:::

At least you wont get diabetes.

travisp writes at 03:15:09 05/07/08 - Comment #34803: Really? Proud of THAT? Maybe you need an updated picture.

tinypliny writes at 05:51:18 05/05/08 - Comment #34735: Thanks! This is such an inspiring post. Though I am not going to be hopping on the gym boat, I am certainly going to be hopping on the pursue-your-goals-vigorously-and-with-a-passion boat. Starting today, Starting NOW!

ladycroft writes at 03:34:45 05/05/08 - Comment #34730: way to go!!!

libertad writes at 01:46:11 05/05/08 - Comment #34722: I'm glad you are feeling so good about yourself. Can't wait to work out again myself. Just hope I stick with it myself and don't let myself get too busy or too lazy.

joshua writes at 11:37:22 05/05/08 - Comment #34719: Congrats :)

Who is the old you? I like who you are anyway Jessica. I hope the old you isn't much different than the you I do know. I know what you mean though - I struggle with the same thoughts sometimes and its hard to build confidence when people have negative thoughts about themselves.

You are a great girl... NOBODY I know keeps it real like you do. Nobody gets weirder gifts from the opposite sex then you do either. I hope someday this improves - I will never forget the cheese assortment. Once I was given a rock from the Grand Canyon from a girl, and this may be debatable, but if I had to choose between the rock and the cheese I'd choose the rock. What kind of freaky bastard thinks up a gift like that to give a girl?

I hate the gym too. The difference is that you are doing something about it! If you stick with it I think you'll have an explosion of inner and outer confidence. I wonder which will be worth more to you - the better health or the feeling you get when you realize you set out to conquer an aspect of yourself you wanted to improve... and actually did it!

jon writes at 09:12:32 05/05/08 - Comment #34714: Keep it up! You're inspiring me to get my butt moving.

james writes at 10:59:29 05/04/08 - Comment #34712: Personal trainers are totally worth the money. Congrats.

leetee writes at 10:08:57 05/04/08 - Comment #34709: Congrats on the restored self confidence and self image! You SHOULD be proud of yourself. :O)

paul writes at 09:43:40 05/04/08 - Comment #34708: Thats awesome. I am going to join the gym again soon and try sand stick with it this time.

mrmike writes at 08:52:24 05/04/08 - Comment #34706: Good for you.

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

05/01/08 09:48 - 48ºF - ID#44213

Ok this is really funny

You may or may not know my great interest in blogs. Especially funny blogs. Well I just read this on jezebel and it was WAY too funny not to post. So see the picture below with caption taken directly from www.jezebel.com :

Dude has on a pink shirt with floral cuffs, and he's FREAKING out about SJP. I think it's safe to say that this is the gayest this guy has acted since he started having anal sex with other men.

I just want to point out I'm not mocking being gay (I think we all know I totally heart them. I like to think of them as my target audience). I'm pointing out the hilarity of anyone obsessed with SJP and Sex In The City (which i initially liked but now am so over).

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Location: Jersey City, NJ

Category: vacation

04/28/08 11:39 - 41ºF - ID#44168

Request for help!

Last week I decided I wanted to take a vacation. I did some research and figured out with my time requirements and budget Washington DC was the place for me. I've also always had a strong interest in politics and our nation and its development. So I'm totally excited to go. I've booked a sweet room at a seemingly nice hotel right downtown. I figured from there I'd be set. Wrong.

Everything is free to visit (sweet) but also complicated and involves months long planning. You have to request a white house visit 3 months in advance through a congressman, same with the pentagon and Congress. Ok so cross those off my list. Next I figure I'll just visit the monuments. Also free, also require tickets months in advance. The next time I can get tickets for the Washington Monument is June 20th. Ok now I'm stuck. I'm fo so going. I have my train ticket and hotel is paid for. There's no turning back. Has anyone else ever taken a DC vacation? Any helpful suggestions? I'm a bit nervous now about what to do where to go. I mean touring the various neighborhoods could be fun but really I want to see the same junk as everyone else and play tourist. Helppppp!

travisp writes at 03:17:05 05/07/08 - Comment #34804: I know some good restaurants. I can see you like eating.

fellyconnelly writes at 08:53:22 04/29/08 - Comment #34518: oo i also hear there is a nifty spy museum which sounded cool. i'm sure its part of the smithsonian though.

drew writes at 08:37:27 04/29/08 - Comment #34512: Yes. Go to the brickskeller. Awesome experience. Giant beer list and knowledgeable staff.

jenks writes at 06:34:45 04/29/08 - Comment #34509: oh yeah! vincent reminds me- there's a bar called the Brickskeller... I can't remember exactly where it is- I want to say dupont-ish- but they have about five hundred beers. literally. the menu is a book. It's worth going just for that.

vincent writes at 11:46:24 04/28/08 - Comment #34506: When I go to D.C./NoVa I end up staying for free with my college buddy & lean towards Virginia. Adams Morgan, DuPont & G-town are all pretty much good bets. Although I would go to Adams Morgan at Night and Georgetown during the day.

If you are downtown kinda of Chinatown way go to Gordon Birsch. It's be the best Hamburger you'll ever have. Plus if you're into micro brews they have some fantastic stuff on tap there. It's right inside the Marriott. Trust me I had a rocking time when I was there last month.

iriesara writes at 03:21:04 04/28/08 - Comment #34484: I went to DC for the Tibetan Freedom Festival in...mmm, 98? mm, maybe 97 as I was pregnant in 98. Anyway, I had very little money, took the bus there, and had no tickets for anything or plans at all. If you're going by yourself, this advice will probably not apply, but I had a damn good time taking some mushrooms at about 10pm & walking around the entire mall & surrounding areas until 8 in the morning...one of the coolest trips I've ever had, and you can take that both ways....
I guess the bottom line is, just enjoy yourself. There's enough to be had & seen without any agenda or plans whatsoever. I recommend a good pair of walking shoes & an open mind to good things....I'm sure you've got the open mind part, the good walking shoes? not sure....(j/k)
BTW, there's a total funky nasty greasy spoon that (according to the rage at that time) people love called the Waffle Stop, or Waffle Spot? No, I think Stop. Great little "real people" dive. Had a perfect coming down breakfast there that hit the spot. Don't remember where it is, although I walked everywhere, so it can't be too out of the way. I think maybe by Ford's theatre, where Lincoln was killed? could be wrong...anyway, have fun!

james writes at 01:52:29 04/28/08 - Comment #34483: You can make a whole vacation out of the Smithsonian.

What is up with these tickets? I have never heard of this before.

jenks writes at 01:11:25 04/28/08 - Comment #34482: yeah, I've never heard of tickets for the washington memorial. But even if you can't climb it, you can go walk around. The roosevelt mem is cool too, and kennedy etc. If it's a nice day, it's gorgeous to just hang out on the Mall.
Oh and the zoo!! It's free. I could spend all day. it's in woodley park- right off the red line. As far as walking around- I agree with adams morgan and dupont. Georgetown is cool too, but not accessibly by metro so it's kind of a PITA.

Oh, and as far as the white house... Just go hang out at some bars on the hill and hit on some intern or something. I'm sure he'll give you tickets. ;)
(I'm semi-serious... I had a friend who worked for a senator and he got me in.)

drew writes at 12:17:37 04/28/08 - Comment #34480: ditto adam's morgan. Also, wait in line early to go to the holocaust memorial. Powerful sad, but worth it.

mrmike writes at 12:09:38 04/28/08 - Comment #34479: Been there a few times. Smithsonian is all free to see that stuff. Georgetown is a good time for a little bit of what Elmwood wants to be when it grows up. There is an area called Adams Morgan which has a little bit of everything to it. Got to see it to be believed. Dupont Circle district can be fun to wander. If you're looking for something artsy, Arlington can be cool too. The Torpedo Factory museum is a fun waste o time.

paul writes at 12:09:05 04/28/08 - Comment #34478: (e:southernyankee) lives there. When we went she took us to see all the monuments an I don't remember anything about tickets. I would talk with her.

chico writes at 11:55:54 04/28/08 - Comment #34476: The Vietnam Memorial is heavy, but an absolute must-see.

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Category: workout

04/26/08 10:26 - 76ºF - ID#44151

post work out

So I made it through the work out. I made the mistake of saying the work out wasnt that bad. that was not smart because the work out then started involving these incline crunches and this sort of hanging thing where you bring your legs up to your chest. im actually suprised my body can do that. Anyways below is the post work out moi: